Looking to mix things up this week? From digital activism to Black history for children, here are a few top options to help you get out and about in the days ahead.
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Digital Activism Debate
First, Alliance Française is hosting this discussion about the pros and cons of digital activism. The featured speaker is the French journalist, Sandra Muller, who coined #balancetonporc, or "denounce your pig" - the French response to the #MeToo movement. Rather than just a lecture for from Ms. Muller, the audience will be invited to participate in the debate.
When: Thursday, February 28, 7-9:30 p.m.
Where: Alliance Française de Washington DC , 2142 Wyoming Ave. NW
Admission: $10
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DK - Thursdays at The Ugly Mug
Next, if you've kept your singing to yourself, or at most, isolated in the occasional dark karaoke club, maybe it's time to take it to the next level. District Karaoke is signing up teams for competitive karaoke. That's right, you and your teammates will compete head-to-head against other teams of eight crooners in a round robin format over the coming months. Winners get bragging rights.
When: Thursday, February 28, 7 p.m.
Where: The Ugly Mug, 723 Eighth St. SE
Admission: $65
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2019 Congressional Trade Agenda
On Friday, the Washington International Trade Association (WITA) will offer a stage for Congressional leaders to share their trade agenda for 2019. WITA members and other attendees will be able to offer their thoughts, in return.
When: Friday, March 1, 8:30-10 a.m.
Where: Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, Atrium Ballroom, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Admission: $100 non-member rate. More ticket options available.
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Lauren White
Vocalist Lauren White is at Sotto on Friday. The D.C. native has provided background vocals for the likes of Shante’ Moore, Kenny Latimore, Skip Pruitt and Anthony Hamilton. Her 2009 debut solo project, "The Biography," showed off her mix of soul, jazz, rock, hip-hop and gospel music.
When: Friday, March 1, 8-11 p.m.
Where: Sotto, 1610 14th St. NW
Admission: $15
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Bright Star Theatre: George Washington Carver
Finally, The National Theatre hosts Bright Star Theatre's recollection of the life of scientist George Washington Carver. The free show, designed for those aged pre-K to 5th grade, tells not just Carver's story, but those of other Black pioneers in history like Madame CJ Walker and Jackie Robinson.
When: Saturday, March 2, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: The National Theatre, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Admission: Free
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