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SUMMARY:District Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 7th Annual District Hunt – this year’s puzzle adventure for you\, your family\, your friends\, and your co-workers! Each year\, the game is designed around a different theme built into the physical and cultural landscape of Washington DC. In 2025\, the focus is on Information. This year’s story is Burying the Lede. Every 25 years\, eight symbolic objects are chosen to define the culture of Washington\, DC. Reports about this ritual also suspect a connected treasure\, which has been quietly protected for centuries by a trusted network of individuals. But in 2025\, something?s changed. With misinformation on the rise\, the protectors are wary of whom to trust and have called for help. Teams are invited to demonstrate whether they are worthy of preserving history. \nRegistration Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/district-hunt/
LOCATION:1742 Church St NW\, 1742 Church St. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20036
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SUMMARY:Home Rule Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Home Rule Music Festival returns for its fall edition on Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\, at Alethia Tanner Park. This free\, family-friendly festival celebrates Washington\, D.C.?s rich music and cultural legacy with a full day of live performances\, vendors\, and community connections. The lineup features Joantz Workshop\, Brandon Woody\, Junkyard Band\, Bongo District\, Dogo du Togo & the Alagaa Beat Band\, and a youth band showcase. Attendees can explore food\, art\, vinyl\, and small business vendors while enjoying go-go\, jazz\, hip-hop\, Latin\, and African sounds. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of D.C.’s music\, culture\, and community pride. \nRegistration link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/home-rule-music-festival/
LOCATION:Alethia Tanner Park\, 227 Harry Thomas Way NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20002\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Home Rule Foundation":MAILTO:events@hrmfdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251007T180000
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SUMMARY:Humanities Under the Stars - Community Celebration & Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars to celebrate DC’s powerful stories and vibrant communities! \nOur first community fundraiser\, Humanities Under the Stars\, is an outdoor celebration in the Castle Garden at Heurich House Museum. Surrounded by community\, culture\, and conversations\, we will honor the stories and people who shape our city while raising critical funds to keep our programs accessible and impactful. \nEnjoy drinks\, light bites\, and a chance to win goodies from local businesses through our community raffle. Most importantly\, expect great conversations with fellow supporters who believe in the power of the humanities. \nPurchase Tickets \nDiscounted early bird tickets are available through September 9th (or while supplies last).\nLet’s come together to celebrate the stories that connect us and ensure a thriving future for public humanities in DC. We can’t wait to see you under the stars! \nFor reasonable accommodation requests regarding access and inclusion\, including ASL interpretation\, please contact info@humanitiesdc.org no later than five business days before the start of this event.
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/humanities-under-the-stars-community-celebration-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Private: 1921 Biergarten at the Heurich House\, 1307 New Hampshire Ave NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20036
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251016T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251016T183000
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SUMMARY:2025 Julian Clement Chase Prizes Award Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The George Washington University Writing Program\, in collaboration with the Creative Writing program and the Nashman Center for Civic Engagement and Public Service\, is proud to award three annual undergraduate Julian Clement Chase Prizes: one for Research Writing on the District of Columbia\, one for Creative Writing in Washington\, and one for Community Impact in the District of Columbia. The prizes recognize and honor–appetite\, boldness\, the building of community\, and the striving toward humane excellence in undergraduate work engaged with D.C. \nRegistered Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/2025-julian-clement-chase-prizes-award-ceremony/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 401c\, Conference Center\, 901 G Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251016T180000
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SUMMARY:CJM After Sunset: Late to the Party Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Continue Oktoberfest celebrations at the Museum after hours. Hear stories about the first German Jews to arrive in Washington\, DC with curator spotlight talks\, sip on German beers\, decorate your own beer stein\, compete in trivia\, and dance along to klezmer faves! Plus\, a cash bar and snacks for purchase. Ticket includes admission to all exhibitions. Must be 21 or older to attend and present a valid ID at the door. \n  \nRegistration link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/cjm-after-sunset-late-to-the-party-oktoberfest/
LOCATION:Capital Jewish Museum\, 575 3rd Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Jewish Museum":MAILTO:ldelsesto@capitaljewishmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251016T190000
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SUMMARY:Culture Series: Snap City - The Art of Roller Skating
DESCRIPTION:What makes the DC-Maryland variation of Style roller skating deserving of official folk-art recognition? \nHumanitiesDC & Tasha Klusmann Present Culture Series: Snap City – The Art of Roller Skating. Join us for an unforgettable evening as native Washingtonian and roller skate historian Tasha Klusmann takes us inside the world of Style roller skating. Style skating is a cultural tradition with roots dating back to the 1960s. Klusmann presents her case for Style being recognized as an official folk art. \nHer groundbreaking research traces the history of the DC-Maryland variation of Style from its beginnings to today’s new generation of skaters referred to as “Snappers.” Be among the first to see short takes of exclusive footage from Our Family Skate Association’s National African American Roller Skating Archive documentary\, Snap City (currently in post-production)\, followed by a Q&A. \nSnap City highlights how the community works to bridge the gap between seasoned skaters and “Snappers” to preserve the area’s unique variation of Style roller skating for future generations. \nDon’t miss your chance to grab a selfie with the largest artifact submitted to the National African American Roller Skating Archive. Can you guess what it is? \nRegistration Event Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/culture-series-snap-city-the-art-of-roller-skating/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 401c\, Conference Center\, 901 G Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jimmy Watkins%2C Public Programs Manager":MAILTO:jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260516T235200
CREATED:20250924T191735Z
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SUMMARY:Deaf Way Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Gallaudet University proudly presents the Deaf Way Film Festival\, a four-day celebration spotlighting the creativity\, power\, and stories of deaf* filmmakers and professionals in the film industry. October 16th-19th\, 2025 Mark your calendars for film screenings\, engaging panels\, art exhibitions\, and networking events that center Deaf stories. The festival will be open to the public\, including those who do not know about deaf culture or use American Sign Language. *The deaf community is defined as Deaf\, Deaf Blind\, Deaf Disabled\, and hard of hearing. \nRegistration Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/deaf-way-film-festival/
LOCATION:Gallaudet University\, Eistad Auditorium\, 800 Florida Avenue NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251021T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251021T200000
DTSTAMP:20260516T235200
CREATED:20250917T152930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T153019Z
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SUMMARY:Striving to Belong: LGBTQ+ Jews in Orthodox Communities
DESCRIPTION:This roundtable discussion examines shifts in the Orthodox community towards greater inclusion of LGBTQ+ Jews. Panelists include Peninah Gershman and Rabbi Hyim Shafner\, more panelists coming soon. Moderated by Miryam Kabakov. \n  \nRegistration link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/striving-to-belong-lgbtq-jews-in-orthodox-communities/
LOCATION:Capital Jewish Museum\, 575 3rd Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Jewish Museum":MAILTO:ldelsesto@capitaljewishmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251025T120000
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CREATED:20250930T183025Z
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SUMMARY:How We Be Free: A Virtual Kickback
DESCRIPTION:How We Be Free is a Black Fugitive Study Kit that honors the legacy of freedom-seeking ancestors–those who built networks of solidarity\, practiced mutual aid\, fought for abolition and reparations\, and established self-sustaining Black communities. Their visionary blueprints for liberation continue to inspire today’s Black organizers\, activists\, and cultural workers who carry that legacy forward. The kit includes a deck of playing cards\, dice\, and an informational booklet with historical context\, quotes\, and reflective prompts. It is designed to support personal reflection\, collective study\, ancestral reverence\, creative expression\, cultural organizing\, and more. \nRegister for the Virtual Kickback to learn more and experience the How We Be Free Study Kit in shared community! \nRegister here.
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/how-we-be-free-a-virtual-kickback/
LOCATION:DC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251026T133000
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SUMMARY:Cello Concert with John Kaboff
DESCRIPTION:Concert Cellist John Kaboff will perform works by LGBTQ+ composer\, Benjamin Britten\, and Jewish composer\, Ernst Bloch. Kaboff will discuss how both composers were inspired by the solo cello music of Johann Sebastian Bach and how these cello suites combine complex melody\, rhythmical pulse\, chord progressions by creating new and innovative rhythmical patterns and harmonic structure that extended the techniques of composers from prior centuries. \nRegistration link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/cello-concert-with-john-kaboff/
LOCATION:Capital Jewish Museum\, 575 3rd Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251028T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251028T200000
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SUMMARY:Voices Series: Multigenerational Stories of Coming Out
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with our special exhibition\, LGBTJews in the Federal City\, hear from members of the LGBTQ+ Jewish Washington community as they reflect on their personal experiences with coming out. With Dana Beyer\, Councilmember Evan Glass\, and Danielle Pasekoff. Includes access to LGBTJews in the Federal City. Come early to see the exhibit! \nRegistration link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/voices-series-multigenerational-stories-of-coming-out/
LOCATION:Capital Jewish Museum\, 575 3rd Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Jewish Museum":MAILTO:ldelsesto@capitaljewishmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251029T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251029T160000
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CREATED:20251021T193109Z
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SUMMARY:Stories in Motion at Mt. Pleasant Library
DESCRIPTION:The DC Oral History Collaborative will be at popping up at the Mt. Pleasant Library to help library goers learn about oral history and record informal interviews with their friends and family! The oral history booth will feature recording equipment\, comfortable conversation space\, and guides to help interviewers get started. Interviewers and interviewees will be able to take home their recordings on a flash drive and will learn options for archiving their interviews or conducting longer-form oral histories. There will be no obligation to submit the interviews to any institutional repository\, and the booth will center the impact of interviewing and being interviewed. \nNo RSVP required. We will be tabling at the library all day. \n\n\nIf you don’t ask\, you’ll never know! \nThe DC Oral History Collaborative is a partnership program of HumanitiesDC and the DC Public Library.
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/stories-in-motion-at-mt-pleasant-library/
LOCATION:Mt. Pleasant Library\, 3160 16th St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20010
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