From a pirate ship party on the Potomac to a free film on the lawn, there's plenty to enjoy in Washington this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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Pirate Ship Adventure
From the event description:
Set sail on the river with Heineken and the Boomerang pirate ship. There will be a live DJ onboard.
When: Tuesday, Aug. 6, 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: Washington Harbour, 3050 K St. NW
Admission: $10
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DC Metro Home Buying Class
From the event description:
Learn how you can trust the homebuying process with a salaried agent.
When: Tuesday, Aug. 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Reliable Tavern, 3655 Georgia Ave. NW
Admission: Free
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'Cool Runnings'
From the event description:
NoMa welcomes you to Summer Screen. This week’s featured film will be "Cool Runnings," a fact-based tale about the course traveled by Jamaica's bobsled team en route to the 1988 Olympics.
When: Wednesday, Aug. 7, 6:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: Lot @ First and Pierce NE, 1150 First St. NE
Admission: Free
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Parking in DC can be tough, especially during popular events. To find free or cheap parking and to book parking in advance, see this map of DC parking from SpotAngels. And to get there by public transportation, check the Metro website for nearby stations and schedules.
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