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5 events to check out in Washington this week

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Published on August 27, 2019
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From a happy hour social to a conversational Spanish session, 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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Queer Women, Trans and Allies Community Happy Hour

From the event description:

This is a happy hour held at a neighborhood bar, where we invite queer women, trans folks and allies from around the DMV-region to come together in a social atmosphere. 

When: Tuesday, Aug. 27, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: A League Of Her Own, 2319 18th St. NW
Admission: Free
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Networking Session with Mitre Corp.

From the event description:

Join the D.C. area chapters of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, the National Society of Black Engineers, Engineers Without Borders and the Society of Women Engineers for a networking mixer with the Mitre Corp. 

When: Tuesday, Aug. 27, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th St. NW
Admission: Free
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Build Green, Save Green

From the event description:

Green Building Division is proud to be collaborating with the Small Business Resource Center to host the Green Building Professional Seminar Series. Our topic will focus on restaurants and facilities with full-service kitchens. 

When: Wednesday, Aug. 28, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Pepco Edison Place Gallery, 702 Eighth St. NW
Admission: Free
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NoMa Summer Screen Rain Date

From the event description:

The film will start at sunset. Come early and grab a bite to eat from our food trucks or check out the free things that our sponsors have to offer.

When: Wednesday, Aug. 28, 6:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: Lot @ First and Pierce NE, 1150 First St. NE
Admission: Free
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Conversational DC: Spanish 

From the event description:

Join us to speak Spanish in an immersive social environment. The format is simple: Show up, meet some new people and have fun. No English allowed. 

When: Thursday, Aug. 29, 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: Colony Club, 3118 Georgia Ave. NW, Floor 2
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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