Catch the Capital City Go-Go vs. Rio Grande Valley Vipers for some slam-dunk fun at the Entertainment & Sports Arena. Then, sway to Luciano’s tribute to Bob Marley at The Howard Theatre. Dive into Friday with an ocean conservation webinar and unleash your inner R&B soul with Tamia & Joe at DAR Constitution Hall. Get creative on Saturday with Jonetta Rose Barras’ writing workshop, and feel the love at Story District’s “Sucker for Love”.
To keep up with all the fun, don’t forget to check out the Washington Informer Calendar.
Keep your outlook vibrant and remember, there’s always something happening in the DMV to keep your spirit — and social life — lit.
Thursday, Feb. 8
Capital City Go-Go vs. Rio Grande Valley Vipers
Time: 11:30 a.m. | $15+
Entertainment & Sports Arena, 1100 Oak Drive SE, Washington, D.C.
Cheer on the local team and enjoy some friendly competition as the Capital City Go-Go takes on the Rio Grande Valley Vipers.
Luciano – Bob Marley Birthday Celebration Tribute
Time: 8 p.m. | $39.50+
The Howard Theatre, 620 T St NW, Washington, D.C., 20001
Two days after what would have been Bob Marley’s 79th birthday, one of Rolling Stone’s “200 greatest singers” Luciana Messenjah will pay tribute to the late great singer.
Friday, Feb. 9
NMAAHC Kids Learning Together: Meet a Diver!
Time: 11 a.m. – Noon | Free w/ registration
Virtual
Explore the underwater world in a Zoom webinar featuring Dr. Nevada Winrow, founder of Black Girls Dive. Learn about ocean conservation and diving, engage with a live Q&A session, and enjoy a watercolor painting activity led by a museum educator. Dive into this educational adventure and inspire young minds to care for our planet’s oceans.
Time: 8 p.m. | $69+
DAR Constitution Hall, 18th & C streets NW, Washington, DC, 20006
Featuring Tamia, a six-time Grammy nominee, and Joe, known for his smooth vocals, this event promises to be a highlight of musical excellence. The show spotlights two of R&B’s most acclaimed artists. An additional performance is scheduled for Valentine’s Day, but there’s nothing wrong with starting the Love Day celebrations early and catching them for their weekend show.
Saturday, Feb. 10
Me, Myself and Our Story: A Creative Writing Institute
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Free w/ registration
Martin Luther King Library, 901 G Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20001
Jonetta Rose Barras, a bestselling author and award-winning journalist, will lead the writing workshop. With a diverse background in poetry, fiction, performance art, and community organizing, Barras is known for her work as a magazine feature writer, investigative reporter, columnist, and essayist. A Society of Professional Journalists DC Pro Chapter Hall of Fame member, her work has been featured in The Washington Post, Essence, The New Republic, USA Today, and Crisis Magazine. She writes a weekly column for The DC Line.
Story District presents | Sucker for Love
Time: 6:30 p.m. | $39.50
Lincoln Theatre, 1215 U Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20009
Experience a unique Valentine’s Day celebration with Story District’s 16th annual “Sucker for Love.” Avoid clichés with true stories exploring the facets of romantic love: connection, loss, and triumph. Highlights include Mike Kane, a D.C. favorite, on fatherhood and first love; first-timer Benjamin Rosado on unexpected relationship turns; and Kimberly Gillies on overcoming self-doubt. Director and host Chris Lundy promises a fascinating evening for those who have ever been captivated by love.
Sunday, Feb. 11
Time: 2 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. | Free w/ registration
National Gallery of Art, 6th and Constitution Ave NW, Washington, D.C., 20565
In 1968, Peace Corps veteran David Schickele directed “Bushman,” featuring Paul Eyam Nzie Okpokam, a Nigerian actor. This newly restored docudrama blends fiction with reality, portraying a young African man’s experiences teaching at San Francisco State College. The film, influenced by cinéma vérité and new wave, explores his journey through academic life, racism, and ‘othering.’ It intersects with real life when Okpokam is falsely accused of terrorism during the 1968 university strike.
The Sensational Sea Mink-ettes
Time: 7 p.m. | $34+
Woolly Mammoth, 641 D St. NW, Washington, D.C., 20004
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company debuts a world premiere by Virginia-born playwright Vivian J.O. Barnes. The play centers on an HBCU dance team, the Sensational Sea Mink-ettes, as they gear up for their homecoming show. Facing high expectations from students, administrators, alumni, and families, the team confronts rising tensions and physical challenges. As the crucial performance nears, they navigate the complexities of teamwork and success under unique circumstances.