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Check out a burlesque act, a floating nightclub, or take a first listen of Daft Punk's new record.

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Events for Today May

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Today's Editors' Picks

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    Of Montreal - Music Event
    Flying Dog's monthly Summer Sessions might just be your dream party: A chance to spend a weekend evening sitting in a field, drinking beer and listen to rock music. Except in this case, the music is by rock stars, such as Of Montreal, Deer Tick or the Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, and the field is located next to the Flying Dog Brewery, which means it's pretty dang fresh. The series kicks off with Of Montreal's fusion of weird indie-electro-funk, and given the band's reputation for over-the-top live theatrics, there's a chance we could be in for a treat. Tickets are $20, though that doesn't include beer, which will be sold a la carte.
    Flying Dog Brewery | Frederick, MD
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    Burlesque-A-Pades Beach Party - Miscellaneous Event
    Can't make it out to Rehoboth, Dewey or Ocean City this weekend? There's no need to worry about missing the sun and the sand, because the World Famous Pontani Sisters are bringing a "Beach Blanket Bingo" vibe to the Howard Theatre. The well-known burlesque dancers are the stars of the "Burlesque-a-Pades Beach Party," a revue that mixes magic, comedy, vaudeville acts and lots of dance routines featuring swimwear, grass skirts and other exotic costumes. Buy tickets in advance to save $5. (We'd still temporarily unfollow Instagram friends heading for the shore, though.)
    The Howard Theatre | Washington, DC
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    Shakespeare in Action - Miscellaneous Event
    Shakespeare's language can confuse even adults so the idea of making it kid-friendly sounds daunting. But the folks at the Folger are meeting the challenge with a workshop that introduces kids to performance techniques and swordplay. Best for ages 6 to 12.
    Folger Theatre | Washington, DC
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    Delaplane Strawberry Festival - Miscellaneous Event
    It's no coincidence that strawberry festivals fill the latter part of May. That's precisely when you'll finally find the sweet, seedy berries on the vine at local farms, if only for a brief, brilliant month. At Sky Meadows State Park, the strawberry season kicks off with the 20th Delaplane festival, featuring fruit, sweet sundaes, strawberry shortcake and family activities including an antique car show and games.
    Sky Meadows State Park | Delaplane, VA
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    Strawberry Jubilee - Miscellaneous Event
    Great Country Farms marks strawberry season by opening its sizable berry patch to the pick-your-own crowd. Also on the vine for this two-day festival: Pie-eating and tart-tossing contests and a Diaper Derby and hayrides for kids.
    Great Country Farms | Bluemont, VA
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    Celebrate Hawai'i - Miscellaneous Event
    Grammy-nominated singer Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom headlines the weekend of activities celebrating the 50th state with a concert Saturday at 5 p.m. Throughout the weekend there will be lectures and demonstrations highlighting Hawaii's discovery by Polynesian seafarers who navigated (a process called wayfinding) the Pacific Ocean using stars, birds and even kites. There will also be hula dancing, lei making, film screenings and storytelling.
    National Museum of the American Indian - Smithsonian Institution | Washington, DC
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    Karmafest 2013 - Miscellaneous Event
    Lectures, yoga, workshops, a performance by the Baltimore SDIY Group and more.
    Oregon Ridge Park | Cockeysville, MD
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    The Great American Movie Musical Sing-along - Miscellaneous Event
    A showing of scenes from movie musicals on an outdoor screen with food and drinks.
    North Bethesda United Methodist Church | Bethesda, MD
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    Potomac River Waterfowl Show - Miscellaneous Event
    Features wildlife art, contemporary and antique decoys, a retriever dog show and more.
    St. Mary's County Fairgrounds | Leonardtown, MD
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    Woodley Park and Washington National Cathedral - Miscellaneous Event
    A walk through Woodley Park to view homes and other sites in the neighborhood.
    Woodley Park-Zoo Metro Station | Washington, DC

Highlighted Events: Sun, May 26

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    Distrikt of Columbia: A Boat Party on the Potomac - Bar/Club Event
    A floating nightclub: That’s the general idea behind California electronic music collective Distrikt's first cruise on the Potomac. The three-hour tour features a half-dozen DJs spinning house and funky tunes, including local heroes All Good Funk Alliance, an open bar and circus-style performances. Given Distrikt's reputation for throwing packed day parties at Burning Man, it's safe to say it's going to be pretty intense. And good. (They're taking over the multi-level Cherry Blossom boat, which looks like a paddle-wheeler, so multiple DJs can play at the same time.) The boat leaves the Alexandria City Marina promptly at 7 p.m., and returns at 10, followed by an after-party at U Street Music Hall. You have to get tickets in advance, so don't slack.
    Alexandria City Marina | Alexandria, VA
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    Mike the Knight and the Mission for Hidden Treasure - Miscellaneous Event
    The Nick Jr. television show about a young knight in training, his royal family and his friendly dragon comes to National Harbor with a live show. Families can meet the characters and kids can learn the characteristics of a good knight. Best for ages 2 to 6.
    National Harbor | Fort Washington, MD
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    Daylight - Bar/Club Event
    An evening of house music, rare grooves and dance classics with DJ Divine and DJ Source.
    Liv | Washington, DC
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    Delaplane Strawberry Festival - Miscellaneous Event
    It's no coincidence that strawberry festivals fill the latter part of May. That's precisely when you'll finally find the sweet, seedy berries on the vine at local farms, if only for a brief, brilliant month. At Sky Meadows State Park, the strawberry season kicks off with the 20th Delaplane festival, featuring fruit, sweet sundaes, strawberry shortcake and family activities including an antique car show and games.
    Sky Meadows State Park | Delaplane, VA
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    Strawberry Jubilee - Miscellaneous Event
    Great Country Farms marks strawberry season by opening its sizable berry patch to the pick-your-own crowd. Also on the vine for this two-day festival: Pie-eating and tart-tossing contests and a Diaper Derby and hayrides for kids.
    Great Country Farms | Bluemont, VA
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    Celebrate Hawai'i - Miscellaneous Event
    Grammy-nominated singer Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom headlines the weekend of activities celebrating the 50th state with a concert Saturday at 5 p.m. Throughout the weekend there will be lectures and demonstrations highlighting Hawaii's discovery by Polynesian seafarers who navigated (a process called wayfinding) the Pacific Ocean using stars, birds and even kites. There will also be hula dancing, lei making, film screenings and storytelling.
    National Museum of the American Indian - Smithsonian Institution | Washington, DC
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    United States Navy Band Commodores - Music Event
    At the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center.
    Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center | Chantilly, VA
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    National Memorial Day Concert - Miscellaneous Event
    Celebrate the country's servicemen and women on Memorial Day eve with a concert by the National Symphony Orchestra and six military bands, with appearances by singer-songwriter Chris Mann, mezzo-soprano Katherine Jenkins any Tony Award-winner Alfie Boe. As usual, Gary Sinise and Joe Mantegna serve as hosts for the event, which begins at 8 p.m. Gates open to the public at 5 p.m.
    U.S. Capitol | Washington, DC
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    Adult Swim - Miscellaneous Event
    An opening for weekly pool parties featuring DJs, fashion shows, live musicians and more. Guests receive free admission by sending a text message with their full name to 202-737-3783 by 1pm.
    Capitol Skyline Hotel | Washington, DC
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    2013 Patuxent River Shootout - Miscellaneous Event
    A race of 15 to 25 foot vessels departing from the museum's boat basin.
    Calvert Marine Museum | Solomons, MD

Highlighted Events: Mon, May 27

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    Memorial Day at the Soldiers' Home - Miscellaneous Event
    Includes a wreath laying ceremony, a guided tour of the United States Soldiers' and Airmen's Home National Cemetery and more.
    President Lincoln's Cottage at the Soldiers' Home | Washington, DC
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    Veterans Memorial Day Readings - Miscellaneous Event
    Wreath-layings and presentations from the Veterans Writing Project. At the Burke Theater.
    U.S. Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center | Washington, DC
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    National Memorial Day Parade - Miscellaneous Event
    Participants include Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III, Iraq War veteran and Dancing with the Stars season 13 winner J.R. Martinez, actors Gary Sinise and Joe Mantegna and others.
    Constitution Avenue Between Seventh and 17th Streets NW | Washington, DC
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    LoanShark - Miscellaneous Event
    A film following the life of a loan shark.
    McFadden's Restaurant and Saloon | Washington, DC
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    Memorial Day Ceremony - Miscellaneous Event
    A ceremony at the cemetery and a procession departing from Shiloh Baptist Church at 801 Sophia St.
    Chatham Manor | Falmouth, VA
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    Memorial Day Concert - Music Event
    By the U.S. Air Force Concert Band
    Arlington National Cemetery | Arlington, VA
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    Memorial Day Ceremony - Miscellaneous Event
    Sponsored by the Great Falls Freedom Memorial Committee, featuring a Marine Corps Color Guard, patriotic songs, remarks by retired Marine Corps Lieutenant General Norman H. Smith, and a reading of the names and bell-ringing for each of the 25 residents of Great Falls who have fallen in service to our Nation. The ceremony concludes with a wreath-laying by local dignitaries and raising of the flags by Boy Scout Troop 55.
    Great Falls Library | Great Falls, VA
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    Grandsons Jr. - Music Event
    The local roots-rock band performs a special Memorial Day show.
    Jammin' Java | Vienna, VA
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    Ride 2 Recovery Memorial Challenge - Miscellaneous Event
    More than 200 injured veterans participate in a 325-mile ride on hand cycles, recumbents, tandems and traditional road bikes.
    Sheraton Crystal City Hotel | Arlington, VA
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    People, Places, and Things - Exhibit
    An exhibition of watercolors and oil paintings by Michael F. Shibley. At the Yellow Barn Studio and Gallery.
    Yellow Barn Studio at Glen Echo | Glen Echo, MD

Highlighted Events: Tues, May 28

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    Bunohan - Miscellaneous Event
    After fleeing a fight, a Muay Thai kick-boxer goes into hiding and his stepbrother, an assassin, is hired to kill him.
    West End Cinema | Washington, DC
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    Storytime on the Lake: Dragonflies - Miscellaneous Event
    Guests ride a pontoon boat, hear a story and watch for dragonflies. Best for ages 3 and older.
    Black Hill Regional Park | Boyds, MD
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    The Fortress - Miscellaneous Event
    A screening of a film about a crew that arrives in a village in the mountains of Azerbaijan followed by a Q&A with the director.
    West End Cinema | Washington, DC
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    Rockville Regional Youth Orchestra - Music Event
    At the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre.
    F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre | Rockville, MD
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    Is This Art? Guided Looking - Miscellaneous Event
    A museum staff member discusses art.
    Smithsonian American Art Museum - Smithsonian Institution | Washington, DC
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    Container Gardening with Succulents - Miscellaneous Event
    Guest plant desert-like gardens in a shallow dish.
    Brookside Gardens | Wheaton, MD
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    The Jam Cellar - Bar/Club Event
    Every Tuesday, Lindy Hoppers take over the beautiful Josephine Butler Parks Center near Meridian Hill Park for DJs, dance lessons and occasional live bands.
    Josephine Butler Parks Center | Washington, DC
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    Takoma Station Tavern Jazz Jam Session - Music Event
    For those who live a bit closer to Maryland, the Tuesday night jam sessions at Takoma Station Tavern are your answer for weeknight jazz. The historic music venue has hosted the weekly sessions since October 2010, with a rotating roster of musicians led by bass player Raymond Magic and emceed by Takoma Station's own Lydia Williams.
    Takoma Station Tavern | Washington, DC
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    Tuesday Night Jams - Music Event
    A relaxed night of free music, featuring local band Lucky Dub.
    Tryst Coffeehouse and Bar | Washington, DC
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    JOTTeopardy Quiz Night - Bar/Club Event
    A quiz night best suited to those who want to hang out with their friends, whether they get to play trivia or not.
    Jimmy's Old Town Tavern | Herndon, VA

Highlighted Events: Wed, May 29

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    Workplace Violence Prevention Seminar - Miscellaneous Event
    Speakers explore active shooter situations in the workplace and explain what workers can do.
    Howard Community College | Columbia, MD
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    Gallery Talk: Civil War in America - Miscellaneous Event
    Adrienne Cannon of the Manuscript Division discusses Frederick Douglass and the Civil War. At the Jefferson Building, Southwest Gallery.
    Library of Congress - James Madison Bldg. | Washington, DC
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    Preserving the Guastavino Legacy - Miscellaneous Event
    A discussion on the company's contributions to American architectural landscape.
    National Building Museum | Washington, DC
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    Lunchtime Tour of the Conservatory - Miscellaneous Event
    A guided tour with information on exotic plants.
    U.S. Botanic Garden | Washington, DC
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    Planting for Pollinators: Welcoming Hummingbirds, Bees and Butterflies to Your Home Garden - Miscellaneous Event
    Visitors learn about pollinators and how they contribute to the environment.
    Department of the Interior Museum | Washington, DC
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    National Juried Exhibition and Fundraiser - Miscellaneous Event
    The college celebrates its accreditation with a national juried exhibition running through June 19.
    St. John's College | Annapolis, MD
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    Wine Tasting: Burgundy - Miscellaneous Event
    Sample wines from Maison Joseph Drouhin of France.
    La Maison Francaise - Embassy of France | Washington, DC
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    Adoption from China - Book Event
    A lecture and book signing with British-Chinese broadcast journalist Xinran. At the Jefferson Building, Whittall Pavilion.
    Library of Congress - Thomas Jefferson Bldg. | Washington, DC
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    Secret History of Juneteenth - Miscellaneous Event
    Historian C.R. Gibbs lectures on the historical June 19 celebration.
    Woodridge Neighborhood Library | Washington, DC
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    Imperial China, Tereu Tereu, May Tabol (of Pree) - Music Event
    Since 2007, Imperial China has been one of D.C.'s most exciting and aggressive live bands. Their abrupt tempo changes, full-body grooves and prolific use of samples and loops (which made the band seem much larger than a trio) gave their performances a hyperkinetic, theatrical feel. Wednesday's show at the Black Cat will the band's final performance. Doors open at 8 p.m.
    Black Cat | Washington, DC

Highlighted Events: Thurs, May 30

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    Din Tao: Leader of the Parade - Miscellaneous Event
    In celebration of Asian American Heritage Month, a screening of the true story of the Chio-Tian Folk Drums and Arts Troupe in Taichung, Taiwan.
    West End Cinema | Washington, DC
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    Pati's Mexican Table: Asian-Mexican Fusion - Miscellaneous Event
    Explore the heritage of Asian food in Mexico trying Sriracha Tuna Tataki Tostadas and other dishes.
    Mexican Cultural Institute | Washington, DC
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    Nerdettes - Performing Arts
    Cherokee Rose, Gigi Holliday, Cherie Sweetbottom and Mourna Handful read in the nude.
    D.C. Arts Center | Washington, DC
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    Mayor Gray's Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Evening Celebration - Miscellaneous Event
    A night of performances featuring Some Never Really Get, the Dave Tauler Music Group and more.
    Lincoln Theatre | Washington, DC
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    Small Business Forum - Miscellaneous Event
    Information on how to market a business online.
    Bethesda Country Club | Bethesda, MD
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    Sylvia Browne - Miscellaneous Event
    The psychic and author discusses her work, gives readings and answers questions.
    Birchmere Music Hall | Alexandria, VA
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    Little Minnows: What Floats Your Boat? - Miscellaneous Event
    Guest discover new things through experiments, stories and crafts. Best for ages 3 to 5.
    Calvert Marine Museum | Solomons, MD
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    Tree People - Miscellaneous Event
    A tree-related art project using clay. Best for ages 6-12.
    Brookside Nature Center | Wheaton, MD
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    The Five: An Exploration of Clay Artists and Styles - Miscellaneous Event
    One of five classes with artists who have different approaches to clay.
    Annmarie Garden | Solomons, MD
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    Maymont and Lavender Fields - Miscellaneous Event
    Guests travel to Richmond for a lavender class, lunch and a tour of the Maymont Estate and gardens.
    Green Spring Gardens | Alexandria, VA

Highlighted Events: Fri, May 31

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    Scott C. Johnson - Book Event
    A long-time Newsweek foreign correspondent will discuss his memoir "The Wolf and the Watchman: A Father, a Son, and the CIA"
    Politics & Prose Bookstore | Washington, DC
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    DC Queer Theatre Festival - Performing Arts
    Six ten-minute plays that have LGBT themes are staged.
    Flashpoint | Washington, DC
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    Soundclash - Bar/Club Event
    A long-running night of vintage reggae, ska, rocksteady and dub is a laidback party.
    Marx Cafe | Washington, DC
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    Becky Shaw - Performing Arts
    As the saying goes, the road to hell is paved with good intentions. A well-meaning couple in Gina Gionfriddo's witty Pulitzer finalist play learns that the hard way after setting up a straight-talking friend and a seemingly vulnerable co-worker. Alyssa Wilmoth Keegan, who wowed in Studio Theatre's "Contractions," and Will Gartshore star in the area premiere of the off-Broadway hit.
    Round House Theatre | Bethesda, MD
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