DC Statehood Concert at Black Cat

Friday August 26 the Black Cat in DC is hosting a huge show to benefit the cause of DC statehood. Today, DC is considered a district not a state, so capital citizens have a representative in Congress that can not vote. All proceeds of the night go to DCVote.org to fight taxation without representation.

At 9pm the massive show starts with over 70 musicians. Boat Burning headlines the night, as they are a DC based "maximal minimalism" ensemble known for powerful, evocative music. One of my favorites Joshua Palace is also playing. Another DC area native, Joshua's new sound is neo-noir electronic soul.

Party Like It's... at Whitlows

One of the best and most energetic local cover bands Party Like It's... is playing at Whitlows tonight, Saturday August 6. This seven member group plays fun covers of 80s, 90s and 2000s popular hits as well as a few original songs of there own. They go on stage around 10pm with a $5 cover.

Pokemon Meetup at Drafthouse

Come out to The Drafthouse, home of two Pokestops August 3rd from 5:30 to 9! While here we will have lures activated, random incense areas inside, Pokémon The First Movie playing, pizza and wing buffet, prizes and Poketrainers from around the area! Trainers get in for free and the buffet is just $10.

Ben's Chili Bowl Nationals Party

Ben’s Chili Bowl second location in Rosslyn is having a neighbor hood party today, Saturday July 30 from noon to 2pm outside their storefront. This family friendly event features games and prizes, along with the Natsmobile to give away baseball souvenirs.

Party Like It's... at Clarendon Grill

My favorite cover and high energy local band Party Like It's... is coming to Clarendon Grill this Thursday, July 21. This seven member group plays fun covers of 80s, 90s and 2000s popular hits as well as a few original songs of there own. You have to see their performances live to really appreciate how entertaining they are, especially with Cathy DiTiro's spot on vocals and Taylor Morden's super energetic trumpeting. Music starts at 9pm and there is no cover!

Julia Fanning at Iota

The incredible voice of Arlington local singer/songwriter Julia Fanning will be returning to Iota on Friday, July 8. She will be releasing her self-titled debut EP that day and joining her release party will be Erin and the Wildfire along with Lucas James Shaffer. Check out Julia's music video for her single "If I Had It All" as well. Music starts at 8:30 with a $12 cover.

Joshua Palace and Impuritan at Galaxy Hut

Joshua Palace is returning to Galaxy Hut on Monday, June 13 for his second show this year. The talented guitarist and vocalist has a powerful neo-noir electric sound and will be opening for Impuritan at 8:30pm. Impuritan is an experimental rock three-piece from San Francisco that has been playing for the past 5 years. The band just released “Everything Is Magick”, an eight-song alchemical mix of psychedelia, post-rock, space-rock, ambient noise, and surf.

Cover is $5 for both acts. Don't miss this musical Monday special with abstract sounds and thought provoking songs!

80s Party at A-Town

On Saturday June 4 A-Town in Ballston is throwing a 80s themed party. This no cover event starts at 10pm and features a DJ spinning the best of the 1980s. A $250 A-Town gift card will be awarded to the person with the best 80s costume and brunch for up to 10 people for the best dressed group! Bottle service and table reservations are available by calling 7035281110.

Spider Kelly's Bar Olympics for MS

Join Spider Kelly's on Tuesday, May 24 for a night of fun and fundraising while  they raise money to find a cure for Multiple Scleroris! All money raised goes directly to the National MS Society. Teams of two people pay $10 each to compete in all of Spider Kelly's bar games, including darts, pool, shuffleboard, basketball and more to win these prizes:

Top 5 teams qualify to win the following prizes:
1st place- $100 cash and 5 Boomerang boat tickets 2nd place- $50 Spider Kelly’s gift card
3rd place-$50 Amazon gift card
4th place- $30 Spider Kelly’s gift card
5th place- $20 Spider Kelly gift card

This is a great ice-breaker or meet-up event, as if you don't have a partner Spider Kelly's will match you up with someone. This is a good date event, group activity, or a way to get to meet new people in Arlington while helping to fund a good cause. Games start at 7pm on Tuesday and you can register for free here.

Courthaus Social Anniversary

When the forgettable Velocity 5 announced it was leaving its Courthouse location, we had to wait years until Courthaus Social took over its spot in 2015. It was worth the wait, and worth checking out their first birthday party on Saturday May 21.

To celebrate, they are having their one year anniversary Haus party starting at noon on Saturday. They will have ten different breweries' beers at happy hour from 12pm to 7pm and live music starting at 10pm. Courthaus Social will continue their happy hour the following day and will last all day Sunday.