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Your Guide to a Legendary Week of Zero-Drama Fun! - Thursday, May 7 - Saturday, May 9
Eme Awa
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Get ready for a wild ride starting with high-energy spoken word and mystery brunches, perfect for ditching the desk and finding your people. From messy collage art to rooftop Afrobeats, these days are packed with legendary vibes, zero judgment, and plenty of "real deal" creativity. Whether you're unplugging with board games or feting at a Soca Day party, just show up and soak it in.
20 events this week on our calendar: Thursday, May 7 - Saturday, May 9
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2026 Spoken Word 2 GoGo Round 1 – Busboys and Poets - Wed May 6 6:30 pm
Busboys and Poets
Details: Get ready for an explosive fusion of rhythm and rhyme! Join us at Busboys and Poets for the high-energy kickoff of Round 1 of the 2026 Spoken Word 2 Go-Go competition. [more details]
Big Book Club: The Charterhouse of Parma - Wed May 6 7:30 pm
Takoma Park Maryland Library
Details & More Dates:
The Big Book Club is back! This spring, we’re reading The Charterhouse of Parma, the title chosen by participants at our December gathering. Sponsored by the Friends of the Takoma Park Maryland Library, our meetings offer a chance to dissect great literature with neighbors and experts alike.
Free Comedy Open Mic | U Street - Wed May 6 7:30 pm
1334 U St NW
Reserve A Spot: Hit the U Street stage or grab a seat for a night of laughs and local talent.
Whether you’re testing new material or just here for the punchlines, the vibes are always high.
Canta Juego: Spanish Circle Time - Thu May 7 10:30 am
Takoma Park Maryland Library
Details & More Dates: looking for a fun way to introduce Spanish to your little ones? 🇪🇸 Join Señora Geiza for songs, games, and community! Our weekly sessions at 10:30 am are designed for children 0–5 and their caregivers. Special thanks to the Friends of the Library for making this program possible. [more details]
Art Afternoon with Alex (Collage & Mixed Media): - Thu May 7 2:00 pm
Plaza Art DC
Join Waitlist: Get messy with us—we’re turning a massive stash of Black Ink Papers and canvas into collage magic!
I’m opening up my private vault of mixed media supplies to help you level up your art with zero judgment and all the vibes.
Heads up: we use the "real deal" materials (solvents/fixatives), so come ready to create safely and leave with something legendary. [more details]
The Vibe After 5 - Thu May 7 5:00 pm
Society Seafood House.
Reserve A Spot: Ditch the desk and get yourself over to THE VIBE AFTER 5! We’re serving up actual LIVE MUSIC and the kind of low-key, high-energy atmosphere your soul is screaming for.
Forget the velvet ropes—this is strictly for anyone who likes good tunes and even better humans. Come hang, meet your new favorite people, and soak up the magic. Your workday deserves a better ending than a Netflix scroll, so don't be a stranger! [more details]
Library Solar Project Unveiling - Thu May 7 5:15 pm
Takoma Park Maryland Library
Details: The future is looking bright! Join the City of Takoma Park for the official unveiling of the new rooftop solar installation at the Takoma Park Municipal Library on Thursday, May 7, at 5:15 PM. Come celebrate our leap toward clean energy! Registration is required as space is limited. [more details]
Unplug at the Library: BYO Games and Crafts - Thu May 7 6:00 pm
Takoma Park Maryland Library
Details & More Dates: Let's get together! Twice a month on Thursday evenings, we’re opening the Program Room for all things tabletop. Bring your favorite board games or whatever craft you're currently working on. (We love your creativity, but please leave the glitter at home!) [more details]
Woof Clinic – Doggie Washerette Nail Trim – The Big Bad Woof. - Fri May 8 10:00 am
Big Bad Woof
Details: @ Big Bad Woof: 1st/3rd Saturdays & 2nd Fridays at 6960 Maple St NW.Call 202-291-2404 for products or Ethel at 202-725-5403 for nail care. [more details]
Lunch Bunch at TPSS – Takoma Park Silver Spring Co-op. - Fri May 8 12:00 pm
Takoma Park Silver Spring Co-op.
Details: Bring your own lunch or pick something up from the Co-op or another local Junction business and settle in for a relaxed hour of conversation and connection. Whether you come every week or just drop by when you can, it’s a chance to enjoy the sunshine, meet neighbors, and spend time in community. [more details]
Mother's Day Card Making - Fri May 8 3:15 pm
Takoma Park Maryland Library
Details: Show Mom, Grandma, or that special person in your life how much they mean to you with a one-of-a-kind, handmade card! [more details]
Long Branch Spring Busker Series – Live - Fri May 8 4:00 pm
Flower Ave Urban Park
The event features live music every Friday in May from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. In case of light rain, performances will move under the theater marquee. [more details]
Kaldis Fridays: Friday - Fri May 8 7:00 pm
Kaldi’s Social House Silver Spring
Reserve A Spot: Friday just got an upgrade: get to Kaldis Rooftop for the DMV’s wildest global mashup!
From Afrobeats to Amapiano, we’ve got the Suya, the hookah, and zero bothers.
Stop scrolling and start dancing—your legendary weekend starts right here. legendary again. [more details]
Live Music/Jazz: Beyhan - Fri May 8 7:00 pm
THE URBAN WINERY
Reserve: A Spot
Live music by Beyhan! We’re playing the soundtrack of your life at The Urban Winery with a zero-snobbery mix of R&B, Jazz, and Rock!
From Sade and Aretha to The Police, come rediscover the hits you forgot you obsessed over.
Sit back and soak it in or hit the floor—either way, these tunes are hitting you right in the feels.
[more details]
STR8 (Straight) SOCA ▪︎ Soca De Mayo: - Fri May 8 10:00 pm
Citizens and Culture
Buy Tickets: Get to Soca De Mayo this May 8th—we’re celebrating those HU grads with nothing but pure, unadulterated SOCA!
Energy is high all night: RSVP now to snag that free entry before 11 PM.
Grab your crew, text 443-514-9083 for a VIP table, and let’s fete like there’s no tomorrow [more details]
Friends of the Takoma Park Maryland Library Book Sale - Sat May 9 9:00 am
Takoma Park Maryland Library
Details: The Friends of the Takoma Park Maryland Library are back with their legendary Big Book Sale! Whether you’re hunting for a rare find, a summer beach read, or a new favorite picture book, there is something for every reader. [more details]
Murder Mystery Brunch Experience - Sat May 9 12:00 pm
Morton's The Steakhouse
Buy Tickets: Forget the boring brunch and grab a magnifying glass—we’re serving up a side of mystery with your gourmet spread!
Gather your crew for an interactive whodunit where you’ll hunt for clues and crack the case between bites. [more details]
Mother's Day Whipped Shea Butter Making Workshop - Sat May 9 12:00 pm
3443 Benning Rd NE
Check Availability: Get hands-on at the Real Raw Shea workshop this Saturday to whip up your own premium, Fair Trade custom body butter just in time for Mother’s Day gift giving.
Explore the roots of unrefined shea while mixing in your favorite scents and colors—zero gatekeeping, just pure DIY glow.
Spots are tight for this 12:00 PM session in DC, so snag yours and take home a custom creation that’s literally made for you. [more details]
Plies 40 & Up With A Good Job All White Affair Day Party - D.C. @ BERHTA
- Sat May 9 12:00 pm
BERHTA
Buy Tickets: An upscale all-white day party for the 40+ professional crowd featuring sophisticated vibes and an elevated atmosphere.
Secure your spot with VIP sections or cocktail seating and prepare for a grown and sexy experience. [more details]
CINCO DE BEARDS DC - Sat May 9 4:00 pm
Public Bar Live
Buy Tickets: Grab your grooming oil or your favorite wing-woman: MUST LOVE BEARDS is bringing that perfect gender-balanced energy to the DMV!
Gentlemen, entry is free with an RSVP (beard or not), while ladies snag LAST CHANCE tickets to keep the creative, professional crowd flawlessly vibing.
Come camera-ready for the ultimate day party—just remember, by joining the fun, you’re basically a star in our next highlight reel! [more details]
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