Looking for something to do this week? From a civil rights-focused author talk to a local wine and cider event, here are some solid options to help you get off the couch and out into the world.
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Welcome Reception for the 116th Congress
First, join the grassroots advocacy community to welcome the 116th Congress at a reception at Policy Restaurant & Lounge. Your host, the Grassroots Professional Network, will also use the opportunity to announce some of its upcoming programs for the year.
When: Wednesday, Jan. 23, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Policy Restaurant & Lounge, 1904 14th St. NW
Admission: $40
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Book Signing: Dorothy Butler Gilliam of 'Trailblazer'
Next, longtime civil rights activist and journalist Dorothy Butler Gilliam will discuss her new memoir this Thursday evening at the National Press Club.
"Trailblazer" tells her story — from covering school integration in Arkansas in the 1950s as a cub reporter to writing an editing on politics, education and race for 30 years at The Washington Post.
After her presentation on Thursday, Gilliam will answer questions and sign copies.
When: Thursday, Jan. 24, 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: The National Press Club, 529 14th St. NW, Floor 13
Admission: $10
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9th Annual Red Dress Benefit
American University's Kogod School of Business is hosting its annual benefit for the American Heart Association this Friday night at Barcode. Guests adorned in red cocktail attire will enjoy light hors d'oeuvres, drinks and dancing.
When: Friday, Jan. 25, 8 p.m.-Saturday, Jan. 26, 12 a.m.
Where: Barcode DC, 1101 17th St. NW
Admission: $35
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Resolution Breakers Ball
Finally, if your New Year's resolutions involved abstaining from live music, mac and cheese, and alcohol, you may want to avoid the Resolution Breakers Ball, co-hosted by Supreme Core Cider and City Winery. With a ticket in hand, you'll start at either venue, sampling a wine and cider flight paired with a mac and cheese dish, then take a shuttle to the other and do it all over again.
When: Saturday, Jan. 26, 2-6 p.m.
Where: City Winery, 1350 Okie St. NE; Supreme Core Cider, 2400 T St. NE
Admission: $25
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