There's a little something for everyone coming up on the events calendar this week. From a networking happy hour to a cooking demonstration, here's a rundown of options to help you get out and about in the days ahead.
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Summer happy hour
From the event description:
Join the Washington European Society (WES), the Young Professionals in Foreign Policy (YPFP) and the Young Professionals in International Affairs (YPIA) for our annual joint summer happy hour. Come catch up with old friends and meet new professionals while enjoying happy hour specials.
When: Thursday, Aug. 8, 6-10 p.m.
Where: Eighteenth Street Lounge, 1212 18th St. NW
Admission: Free
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2019 Summer Evenings at the National Arboretum
From the event description:
Friends of the National Arboretum (FONA) and the Washington Youth Garden present a free evening of music. Pack a picnic, bring a lawn chair or blanket and relax below the Capitol Columns.
When: Thursday, Aug. 8, 7-8:30 p.m.
Where: United States National Arboretum, 3501 New York Ave. NE
Admission: Free
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Harry Potter trivia
From the event description:
Happy birthday, Harry Potter! See if you've got what it takes to be a "prefect" at Harry Potter (Movie) Trivia. There will be five rounds of Ordinary Wizarding Levels that will challenge your memory.
When: Thursday, Aug. 8, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: Duffy's Irish Pub, 1016 H St. NE
Admission: Free
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Cooking Up History: In the Kitchen with Julia and Paul Child
From the event description:
Join us as we welcome guest chef Lynne Just of Sur La Table for our annual program and cooking demonstration in celebration of Julia Child’s birthday. Learn how to make Julia’s recipes for French onion soup and crepes suzette.
When: Friday, Aug. 9, 1-2 p.m.
Where: National Museum of American History, 1300 Constitution Ave. NW
Admission: Free
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