Hello Friends,
Happy Friday!
Fall is starting off great! There are a lot of art and cultural festivals going on this weekend you should check out. On Saturday, there is the Taste of Bethesda , Fall for Fairfax Festival, and on Sunday, the Turkish Festival and the Russian Bazaar. The Maryland Renaissance Festival is going on until October 23. Also, there are two Andy Warhol exhibits in DC. Check out some more events below!
Peace, ThatKellieGirl
Truckeroo is a monthly festival held June thru October at the corner of showcasing food trucks from the DMV.
Saturday, September 30
Half St. and M St., SE (across from the Navy Yard)
11AM-11PM
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Africa Underground is back with an evening of delights. Coming on the heels of a hugely successful second installment of African Underground in May, this edition will also see the museum’s doors held open after hours, giving revelers the chance to enjoy refreshments, dance, and experience the museum’s exhibitions, ambiance and performances from around the continent. Featuring entertainment by Sahel, Eme and Heteru, Korto Momolou, with ‘Afrobeat’ face painting by lunchbox theory and music spun by DJ Underdog throughout the night.
Friday, September 30
National Museum of African Art
950 Independence Avenue, SW
7 to 11 p.m.
25 bucks
Get tickets here
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The Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975 mobilizes a treasure trove of 16mm material shot by Swedish journalists who came to the U.S. drawn by stories of urban unrest and revolution. Gaining access to many of the leaders of the Black Power Movement—Stokely Carmichael, Bobby Seale, Angela Davis and Eldridge Cleaver among them—the filmmakers captured them in intimate moments and remarkably unguarded interviews. Thirty years later, this lush collection was found languishing in the basement of Swedish Television. Director Göran Olsson and co-producer Danny Glover bring this footage to light in a mosaic of images, music and narration chronicling the evolution one of our nation’s most indelible turning points, the Black Power movement. Music by Questlove and Om’Mas Keith, and commentary from prominent African-American artists and activists who were influenced by the struggle—including Erykah Badu, Harry Belafonte, Talib Kweli, and Melvin Van Peebles—give the historical footage a fresh, contemporary resonance and makes the film an exhilarating, unprecedented account of an American revolution. Featuring music by The Roots and Michael Jackson.
Friday, September 30
LANDMARK E STREET CINEMA
555 11th St., NW
6:45PM
20 bucks
Ticket includes movie and drinks
Drinks and discussion afterwards at:
Goethe Institut
812 7th Street NW
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Tonight (9/30), James Brown vs. Stevie Wonder Soul-Off with DJ Soul Call Paul! C
Friday, September 30
Black Cat
1811 14th St NW
9:30PM-1AM
5 bucks
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E.Z. Mo Breezy Presents GRITS & BISCUITS Party: A Dirty South Set – D.C. Edition! DJ Square Biz will be spinning Dirty South music all night long!!!!! UGK, Outkast, Lil Wayne, Luke, 2 Live Crew, Cash Money, No Limit, Rick Ross, and more!!!!
Friday September 30
Liv
2001 11th St SE
10PM-3AM
10 bucks
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Rapper, singer, record producer, composer and fashion designer are all labels a part of his repertoire, but we call Pharrell a tastemaker- in more ways than one. With the debut of his new drink, Qream, Pharrell makes a much-anticipated appearance to host this week’s Park Fridays.
Friday, September 30
The Park 14th
920 14th St NW
5PM-3AM
Free with RSVP
Must RSVP by 3pm Fri Sept 30th here
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Prior to the official opening of 30 Americans on October 1, please join us for a fabulous evening of poolside music, drinks, food, and special surprises with the 30 Americans artist and event’s host, Kehinde Wiley. Featuring music by DJ Jahsonic and DJ Keenan, and a live performance by Howard University’s Showtime Marching Band and Ooh-La-La Dancers.
Friday, September 30
Capitol Skyline Hotel
10 I St SW
6-9PM
35 bucks
Tickets include BBQ and drink
Get tickets here
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Opening this weekend, 30 Americans showcases works by many of the most important African-American artists of the last three decades. This provocative exhibition focuses on issues of racial, sexual, and historical identity in contemporary culture while exploring the powerful influence of artistic legacy and community across generations.
October 1-Feburary 12
Corcoran
500 Seventeenth Street NW
Click here for daily schedule
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Now in its 8th year, Crafty Bastards Arts & Crafts Fair is an exhibition and sale of handmade alternative arts and crafts from independent artists presented by the Washington City Paper. The fair is all-day, outdoors, free to attend, and will offer goods for sale, food, entertainment, prizes, and more!
Saturday, October 1
18th St NW and Wyoming Avenue
10AM-5PM
Free
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Experience the cultures of many countries as you travel around the world in one day at the Bowie International Festival. From a Chinese dragon to Celtic music, to the dancers of Europe and Bolivia, the bands of Germany and Latin America, and the rhythms of Africa, there’s entertainment for everyone. There’s also food from different countries and artisans selling everything from Colombian jewelry to clothing from Ghana and crafts from many countries. For children, there’s an International magic show and lots of activities and games to try throughout the day.
Saturday, October 1
Allen Pond Park
3330 Northview Drive, Bowie
11AM-5PM
Free
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There will be various speakers and dialogue about the next steps in the fight against the death penalty and the industrialized prison complex. If you are not able to meet at Tivoli Square, come directly to St. Stephens at 1PM.
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Come check out a cool night of fashion , music , art and network hosted by Planet Maud Vintage & Co. Hope to see you there as the finest in vintage wear will be for sale.
Saturday, October 1
The Allegro Apartments
Noon to 6PM
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ESL & Lil SoSo Productions present SOL POWER ALLSTARS with Meistro, Deep Sang & DJ Stylus w/ Boogie on Percussion.
Saturday, October 1
ESL
1212 18th St NW
9:30PM-12:30AM
10 bucks
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Shine On Me, Very Smart Brothas & Just Cause Events present REMINISCE with DJ SUPA QOOL and DJ QUARTERMAINE.
Saturday, October 1
Liv
2001 11th t NW
10PM-3AM
Free before 11PM, 10 bucks after
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The Takoma Park Street Festival is a family friendly music and crafts festival in downtown Old Takoma. Hosted by the Old Takoma Business Association, the festival brings an eclectic mix of live music, artisans, community organizations, children’s activities and food vendors to this daylong event. Join us on the first Sunday of October and enjoy our lovely Main Street!
Sunday, October 2
Carroll Avenue in Old Takoma, Takoma, MD
10AM-5PM
Free
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As an annual All-Out celebration of the Brazilian culture, BRAZIL DAY DC 2011 promises to be a smashing hit. This inaugural celebration will bring on stage some of the most talented Brazilian performers from all around the Greater-Washington region. Performances will range from Jazz, Samba, Bossa Nova, Frevo and MPB, to various traditional and regional Dances and Martial Arts demonstrations. Vendors and exhibitors will delight our visitors with an array of traditional Brazilian Foods and Drinks, Clothing, Fashion Accessories, Arts, Decor, Literature and more.
Sunday, October 2
The Yards Park
10 Water St SE
Free
10AM-5PM
Have a safe weekend! 🙂
That Kellie Girl 
Thank you so much for the wealth of information you provided. I was raised right here in the DMV (district, maryland, and virginia) in Alexandria, Va. One thing that I love about this area, is that there is always…always some new culture to check out, some new art, some new WHATEVER! You can never be bored right here in this area. So, I appreciate you providing a weekend capture, b/c now I don’t have to search. It’s all in your blog…I always wanted to check out Andy Warhol and now I will. Thanks so much!
Peace and Be Light!
Thank so much! That really means a lot to me. The purpose of this blog is to encourage people to do what they love or always wanted to do! So I try to let readers know about diverse events…arts, cultural, family oriented, various music genres, etc. Also, make sure you like my fb or twitter page so you can find out about events during the week. When you make it to the Warhol exhibit, please let me know about your experience. Peace.