Free & easy

MONDAY

Screening of 'Let It Be'

The Library of Congress screens the 1970 documentary about the Beatles, which features the Fab Four's final performance on the roof of their studio. Reservations recommended.

7 p.m. Mary Pickford Theater at the Library of Congress, 101 Independence Ave. SE. 202-707-5677. www.loc.gov.

TUESDAY

Gay Talese

From the "They don't make 'em like they used to" files: The legendary sportswriter and literary journalist reads from "Honor Thy Father" and "A Writer's Life," which features selections from his storied career.

7 p.m. Politics & Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919. www.politics-prose.com.

WEDNESDAY