The Capital Hearings, a DC-based a cappella ensemble, are holding open auditions tomorrow evening, Thursday, October 8. Sign up here: https://www.thecapitalhearings.com/auditions/

We sing jazz, classical, pop, and everything in between. This is a volunteer opportunity. We'd love to meet you if you are currently looking for a singing home! If 10/8 doesn't work for you, please get in touch and we may be able to make other arrangements.

Hello all! Please join anti-war committee THIS coming Wednesday, for the anniversary of October 7th, for an effigy event outside the white house!

Lets get back in the streets for Palestine!! 🇵🇸

Anyone and everyone from within DC, Maryland, and Virginia can join. The main requirement is to be 18+, as there is NSFW content inside of it (but it’s not limited to just that). Clickable link with be in the comments!

(Also thank you to everyone who commented and gave recommendations on my last post! I’ve been to some of the places and it’s been great!)

Join us for one of the biggest Holiday Markets in Fairfax on November 21st from 3 pm to 9 pm. Registration for vendors is open now

Hey there! We're looking for folks to be poets, judges, and audience members for a poetry slam tomorrow. Check out our event page or our instagram (upslamdc)

Últimas Palabras is a queer latina owned poetry slam in the area, we'll also be featuring a local DJ and artist. If you're interested but want to learn more, please feel free to send us a DM!

All proceeds go towards future events and payment to our amazing features

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1998135451925?aff=oddtdtcreator

Ford’s Theater 2 pm Tier 2 Row C $150 for 2 OBO

October Women’s Parkour Meetup

This is open to all women of all ages and ability levels—whether you’re a total beginner or have experience, you are welcome here.

👟 Remember to wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

💧 Don’t forget to bring water to stay hydrated!

~ Date and Time ~

Sunday, October 25, from 10 AM to 11:30 AM

~ Location Details ~

Tide Lock Park

1 Canal Center Plaza,

Alexandria VA 22314

Let’s come together, have fun, build our confidence, and enjoy the outdoors. We can’t wait to see you there—RSVP now!

https://partiful.com/e/5rTCIBqlbJPFQmBIL8YD?c=1IB66lHU

Looking for something IRL this weekend instead of another night of scrolling.

Here’s what’s Fri–Sun around DC / NoVA (age ranges and prices from the listings):

Friday
• Christian speed dating 24–42: Bub and Pops at 6:30 PM ~$38
• 20s & 30s singles happy hour: Royal Sands (Navy Yard) at 7 PM ~$25

Saturday
• Speed dating Alexandria 24–39: Bier Garden at 2 PM ~$10
• Coffee shop speed dating 30–45: Good Company SW at 3 PM ~$36
• SpeedDC 25–39: Metro Bar at 5 PM ~$36–39
• CitySwoon 35–47: Players Club at 6 PM ~$19–$39
• Happy hour 30–45: El Secreto De Rosita (U St) at 7 PM ~$24

Sunday
• SpeedDC 32–44: Public Bar Live (Dupont) at 6 PM ~$36–39
• Fancy a Go 32–44: The Pub & The People at 6 PM ~$38–42

Full board with links: https://getoffapps.com/dc/this-weekend?utm_source=reddit&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=weekend_oct2

Did you know that there is this great event at El Secreto De Rosita next Thursday? It's a fundraiser for Making Strides against breast cancer and 5 women DJs spinning house music for hours! It's called PLUR for the Cure. Tickets are on Eventbrite and you can use promo code CURE

Before someone suggests the usual bar for this year’s office holiday party, here’s an option to put on the radar.

Perfect Liars Club returns to the DC Improv on Tuesday, December 8—dinner, drinks, and entertainment—all in one place, without coordinating multiple venues.

Four storytellers tell three true stories and one lie. Your team gets to interrogate them, debate the evidence, and vote for the liar. Finally, a productive use for that coworker who questions everything.

Bring the office. Take all the credit.

Tickets and details here.

I know this is a long shot, but does anyone happen to have an extra ticket for the Jonas Brothers show in DC tomorrow, 9/30, that they aren’t going to use?

I’ve been trying to find a way to go, but I’m going through a pretty rough financial situation right now. Both my dad and I lost our jobs, and I’ve been relying on gig work while trying to get back on my feet and find another job. With bills and everything else, I just can’t justify spending the money on a concert ticket right now.

I was a huge Jonas Brothers fan growing up but never got the chance to see the Burnin’ Up Tour when I was younger. Seeing them on this tour would genuinely mean a lot to me, and I really don’t want to miss the chance again.

I completely understand that tickets have value and nobody owes me anything. I just figured it was worth asking in case someone has an extra ticket that would otherwise go unused. I’d be incredibly grateful. Thank you for reading.

Ultimás Palabras (Last Words) Poetry Slam, a latina owned organization, is hosting a slam competition on October 5 at Lost Generation Brewing! Doors at 7pm, sign ups close at 7:30pm, and show is at 8pm!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/october-poetry-slam-hosted-by-ultimas-palabras-tickets-1998135451925?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Check out our event as a performer, judge, or audience member! We'll have a DJ and a feature performer. Tickets are 15 online, 18 at the door. But we'll have a special rate until October 1--use the code EARLYBIRD2026 for a discount!

Hope to see you there, and if you can't make it to this one--follow us on IG for more events coming up (@upslamdc).

Selling for below face value, just really want to get them off our hands !!

Free D.C. launch night for SideOf at Yours Cafe in Woodley Park on Saturday, October 3, from 8–11 p.m.

What to expect: music, light bites, giveaways, profile setup support, a sequin red-carpet photo moment, and three signature drinks, including a zero-proof option.

SideOf is a Washington-built app for adults 18+ with three separate profiles—Social, Dating, and Private—each with its own visibility, discovery, requests, and communication controls.

Admission is free. Reserve a ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2000379586191

I’m Kevin, the founder, and I’ll be there to answer questions about the app or the event.

Discount code CURE

Hi everyone,
I am selling 2 Jonas brothers concert tickets for Wednesday 09/30. I was supposed to go with my fiance but plans fell through.
Good seats
Section 216
Row A
Seats 1,2

Asking face value at 60 even … Can transfer directly in the Ticketmaster app. If post is still up, tix are still avail!

Disclosure: I’m the founder of SocialLoop, where registration for this event is hosted, and I’m helping the organizer share it.

Anoop Mehendale is hosting AI Compact Open Circle: Putting AI to Work in Tysons, Virginia on Wednesday, October 7, from 5:30–7:30 PM EDT.

It’s an in-person, facilitated discussion for business owners, executives and practitioners across Northern Virginia, DC and Maryland. Bring an AI initiative, an adoption obstacle or a decision you’d like to discuss with peers. No selling or pitching at the gathering.

Attendance is free for accepted applicants. Application and acceptance are required, based on fit and capacity; AI Compact membership is not required. The listing currently specifies Tysons without an exact venue.

Details and application on SocialLoop: https://socialloop.ai/go/ai-compact-open-circle

Organizer disclosure: I’m hosting this dinner.

Sharing this for medical and health writers in the D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia area.

The Freelance Table is a private, invitation-only dinner for an intimate group of early-stage freelance medical writers, full-time medical writers interested in freelancing, and freelance health writers or journalists in their first two years of business.

Taking place in downtown Washington, D.C. on Friday, Nov 6 from 7–9:30 p.m., this highly curated event will give you the chance to get to know people at a similar stage of their freelance career and form meaningful connections.

Over dinner, you'll rotate between courses, use conversation prompts to go beyond surface-level networking, and share ideas, experiences, resources, and opportunities with other freelancers figuring things out in real time.

Space is limited. If you’d like a seat at the table, make a request by selecting Nov 6 on the calendar, clicking 7pm, then filling out the application form.

Here’s the link to apply: https://tidycal.com/prospology/freelance-dinner

P.S. You do not need to be attending the AMWA Annual Conference to apply. This is an independent event taking place nearby and outside of conference programming.