From family farm tours to hip hop conferences, below are events to check out in the nation’s capital this weekend.
Further, to learn about more fun happenings around town, don’t forget to check out the Washington Informer Calendar.
Thursday, Nov. 13
Colin Woodard – Nations Apart: How Clashing Regional Cultures Shattered America
7 p.m. | Free
Politics and Prose Bookstore, 5015 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20008
Presented by Politics and Prose Bookstore, this event is a conversation through the book “Nations Apart” by Colin Woodard, a historian, author and journalist.
The book delves into how centuries-old settlement patterns and cultural geography that was created have shaped today’s policy debates.
Drawing quantitative research conducted through Woodard’s university-based think tank project, “Nations Apart” offers the historian’s perspective on guns, health, immigration, abortion and more.
Breakfast Connection with the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce
8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. | $35
Crystal City Sports Pub, 529 23rd Street S, Arlington, VA 22202
The Arlington Chamber of Commerce is a business organization that represents and supports companies operating in Arlington, Virginia.
The organization provides networking opportunities, advocacy on local policy issues, and resources to help businesses grow, and works with community partners to promote economic development in the region.
This breakfast connection event focuses on roundtable power networking that provides attendees the chance to exchange business cards, develop new prospects and share a 60 second business pitch with each table.
Friday, Nov. 14
DC VS EVERYBODY OFFICIAL SILENT PARTY
10 p.m. – 2 a.m. | $5
Epic Lounge and Restaurant, 4809 Georgia Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20011
Carter Productions is presenting a silent party—also known as a silent disco— where people listen to music through wireless headphones instead of loudspeakers.
During silent parties, each headset typically has multiple channels, allowing attendees to switch between DJs or genres and creating an atmosphere where people may be dancing to completely different music at the same time. Silent parties first emerged in the early 2000s, gaining attention at music festivals and environmental events as a way to reduce noise pollution, and they have since grown into a popular nightlife trend around the world.
When attendees arrive at Epic Lounge and Restaurant, they will receive a pair of wireless headphones, then can adjust the volume and choose between up to three DJ’s with a flip of a switch. Each headset has a blue, red or green LED that shows what channel a person is listening to, so that guests have the option to dance along with those listening to the same DJ.
11 a.m. – Noon | $4
Old Maryland Farm, 351 Watkins Park Drive, Kettering, MD 20774
The Old Maryland Farm serves as a hands-on living farm where visitors can engage with livestock, display gardens, and equipment to gain insight into real farm operations.
Through its educational programs—such as school field trips and farm tours—the site promotes the integral role that agriculture plays in local communities and the environment.
At the family farm tour, attendees can learn about the animals at the farm, the day-to-day operations, and visit behind-the-scenes areas.
On this day, get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of Old Maryland Farm, and learn more about the site and how animals are used in agriculture, while getting some hands-on experiences with their resident livestock.
Saturday, Nov. 15
3rd Annual Hip Hop Studies Conference: Hip-Hop & Technology
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.| $50
Howard University, 2400 6th Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20059
The Howard University Hip-Hop Studies Program proudly presents the 3rd Annual Hip-Hop Studies Conference, a gathering of scholars, artists, students, technologists, and community leaders exploring the intersections of hip-hop and technology.
This year’s theme—Respect the Technique: Hip-Hop and Technology—examines how digital tools, innovation, and creative media are reshaping Hip-Hop culture, expression, and scholarship.
The conference will feature panels, workshops, film screenings, and performances, along with an opening reception at Eaton DC.
Trinity Chamber Orchestra Concert
3 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. | $25
Silver Spring United Methodist Church, 8900 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
The Trinity Chamber Orchestra, one of Washington, D.C.’s leading chamber orchestras, is continuing its commitment to performing a wide range of repertoire— from Baroque to contemporary works in Saturday’s performance at Silver Spring United Methodist Church.
Since 1999, the orchestra presents chamber orchestra performances under the leadership of Music Director Richard Fazio.
Over the years, the orchestra has carved out an identity in the city by performing both standard and lesser-known works, striving to create a welcoming and intellectually stimulating musical experience for its audience.
Sunday, Nov. 16
Leon Thomas – Mutts Don’t Heel Tour
8 p.m. | $172+
The Fillmore Silver Spring, 8656 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD 20910
The Leon Thomas ‘Mutts Don’t Heel Tour’ accompanies the release of his project ‘MUTT Deluxe: HEEL,’ the expanded edition of Thomas’ 2024 album, which includes collaborations with artists such as Kehlani and Big Sean.
The tour’s title underscores themes of artistic independence and personal growth reflected throughout the associated album.
This is a standing-room-only event with reserved seating in the balcony. Doors open at 7 p.m.