What to do in Takoma Park and the DMV this weekend: Saturday, Nov 14 - Sunday, Nov 15

The weekend runs cold and clear—good weather for a warm room and a reason to be in it. Saturday brings D.C. Zinefest and Matteo Lane's standup to the calendar, and Sunday leans family-friendly with two free events that don't ask you to spend a dime. Everything below is pulled from our calendar, so check each listing before you head out.

9 things to do this weekend: Saturday, Nov 14 - Sunday, Nov 15

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Featured Event

Chili Cook-off Fundraiser - Sat Nov 14 5:00 pm

St John's Episcopal Church Olney

It's time for chili-tasting fun in the crisp fall weather! Events include chili tasting, dessert auction, raffles, old-fashioned games and crafts, corn hole and yard games, fire pits, local brews, live music and more. [more details]

Other Events

Freshfarm Farmers Market - Sat Nov 14 9:00 am

Veteran's Plaza

Local logistics experts advise reporting to Veterans Plaza for the weekly fresh provisions drop. Located at the corner of Ellsworth Drive and Fenton Street.
• Hours: Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (year-round; winter hours may vary)

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Takoma Park MOVES - Sat Nov 14 11:00 am

Dance Exchange

An all-ages public movement and dance operation goes live on the Dance Exchange floor. Designed to bring together families, seasoned movers, and curious newcomers alike. [more details]

D.C. Zinefest - Sat Nov 14 11:00 am

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library.

Independent print, art, and underground publishing cells are occupying the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library.
• Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Location: Multiple spaces inside the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library (including Great Hall East, Great Hall Informal Performance, West Storefront, Auditorium, and Circulation Space)
• Admission: Free and open to the public
• Special Feature: Paired with the DC Punk Archive’s "Punks Like Us" Pop-Up Museum and a schedule of… [more details]

Matteo Lane Standup - Sat Nov 14 8:00 pm

Warner Theatre

Matteo Lane – We Gotta Catch Up! Stand-Up Tour
Unfiltered personal storytelling is scheduled to hit the main stage over at the Warner Theatre.

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American Art Family Day - Sun Nov 15 12:00 pm

Smithsonian American Art Museum.

Free hands-on sketching and creative workshops are taking over the Kogod Courtyard at the Smithsonian American Art Museum.
Activities:
• Still life sketching studio
• Elements of art activities in the galleries
• Crafts and coloring pages for children 12 and under in the Kogod Courtyard
• Food and beverage options available for purchase at the Courtyard Café

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Family Chess: Instruction Session - Sun Nov 15 12:00 pm

Takoma Park Maryland Library

Sunday at 12:00 p.m. remains the designated time slot for local chess maneuvers, but the November 15th edition brings in reinforcements with instruction from Jon. Any and all interested kids and their designated guardians are welcome to report to the board. [more details]

Death Cafe at Rhizome - Sun Nov 15 1:00 pm

The Rhizome

Independent sources confirm a community dialogue circle tracking the deep philosophies of life and mortality at Rhizome DC. The Death Cafe at Rhizome DC is a guided, open-forum gathering where community members sit down over coffee, tea, and treats to chat candidly about mortality. [more details]

Unplug at the Library: BYO Games and Crafts - Sun Nov 15 4:00 pm

Takoma Park Maryland Library

A new civic initiative is granting locals access to the Program Room two Thursday nights a month for decentralized tabletop action. While hobby sharing is highly encouraged, officials have officially blacklisted glitter from entering the perimeter for the safety of the janitorial staff. [more details]

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More News from Takoma Park

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