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"The Breakfast Club" Aug. 7, "Ghostbusters" Aug. 14, "Pretty in Pink" Aug. 21, "Dirty Dancing" Aug. 28. Bethesda Row Bethesda and Woodmont avenues, Bethesda, MD

American Film Institute Silver Theatre and Cultural Center 8633 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring, MD | 301-495-6720

This event is the most family-friendly and convenient of the summertime military traditions. Spread out a blanket to watch members of the Silent Drill Platoon spin and toss their rifles and listen to the Marine Band and the Drum and Bugle Corps, all with the iconic Marine Corps War Memorial in the background. No reservations are needed. Marine Corps Memorial N. Meade Street, Arlington, VA

The Brightest Young Things Bentzen Ball comedy festival has featured Sarah Silverman and Patton Oswalt. Now comes Live From the Lab, a curated lineup of local comics trying out new material. To participate: E-mail bentzenball@brightestyoungthings.com at least a week in advance. Velvet Lounge 915 U St. NW, Washington, DC

This proving ground is so popular that tickets go on sale in the bookstore at 10 a.m. The audience is treated to fiery slam poetry, heartfelt spoken word, even rap and live music. To participate: Purchase a wristband on the day of the event. Busboys and Poets 2021 14th St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-387-7638

Works by 38 emerging artists Touchstone Gallery 901 New York Ave., Washington, DC | 202-347-2787

Ceramics by Maryland Hall students and faculty. At the Chaney Gallery. Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts 801 Chase St., Annapolis, MD | 410-263-5544

Glass art made by students of MHCA instructor Gayla Lee. Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts 801 Chase St., Annapolis, MD | 410-263-5544

Paintings by Diana Marta Tai Sophia Institute 7750 Montpelier Rd., Laurel, MD | 410-888-9048

Photographs by the artist Capitol Hill Arts Workshop 545 Seventh St. SE, Washington, DC | 202-547-6839