Calendar of Upcoming Events

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Events are free, unless otherwise noted, and open to all.

Monday, September 29

7 p.m. Community Conferencing. "Do you want to work with your community to create safe, healthy, and supportive neighborhoods? Would you like to learn about alternatives to incarceration? ... A Community Conference is a meeting of the community of people affected by behavior that has caused serious harm. During the conference offenders, victims and their respective supporters seek ways to repair the damage caused by the incident and to minimize further harm." At the Petworth Public Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW. Info, Ingrid Drake, 882-6450 or ingridnatasha@yahoo.com.

7:30 p.m. Stanton Park Neighborhood Association meeting. "Discuss your ideas and concerns about the neighborhood." With Council Member Phil Mendelson (D-At Large). SPNA's boundaries are from Second Street NE to Tenth Street NE, and from East Capitol to H Street NE. At the Northeast Branch Library, 330 7th St. NE (by Maryland Avenue), 698-3320, http://stantonpark.org.

Tuesday, September 30

6:30-8 p.m. People in D.C. (Family History/Genealogy). "Matthew Gilmore, formerly a staff member of the Washingtoniana Division, will highlight the variety of tools and sources for documenting people in Washington, D.C. — both in the Washingtoniana Division itself and at a number of other institutions throughout the city." In the Washingtoniana Division of the MLK Public Library, 901 G St. NW, room 307. Registration requested (but not required), dc-edit@mail.h-net.msu.edu or 727-1213.

7 p.m. (6:30 p.m. refreshments.) 100,000 More D.C. Residents: Who Benefits? With Alice M. Rivlin, Brookings Institution, Skip McKoy, DC Agenda, Jim Dickerson, Manna, Inc. and Loretta Tate, Marshall Heights Community Development Organization. Moderated by Bob Pohlman, Coalition for Non-Profit Housing & Economic Development. "Mayor Williams has adopted the goal of 100,000 more DC residents over the next 10 years. This goal has sparked debate and policy proposals from all quarters. Affordable housing and anti-poverty activists claim 100,000 more residents might mean more displacement of existing low income families. Alice M. Rivlin, the initiator of the 100,000 more residents proposal, has recently put forth a strategy to retain and attract families to the District while repairing its troubled public institutions and restoring its fiscal health. Join us for a lively discussion about how restoring historic population levels of the District of Columbia can help existing residents and create a better future for the region. Learn what are the potential benefits, threats and strategies for a revitalized D.C." By Washington Regional Network for Livable Communities, 667-5445 or staff@washingtonregion.net. At the Sumner School, 1201 17th St. NW (Metro: Farragut North.). http://www.washingtonregion.net.

7 p.m. Dave Brubeck Workshop and Jam Session. "The legendary pianist-composer Dave Brubeck will launch the Library of Congress 2003-2004 concert series." At Library Of Congress, Coolidge Auditorium, first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street SE, 707-5502. http://www.loc.gov/rr/perform/concert.

7-9 p.m. ANC 6A Economic Development & Zoning Committee. Draft agenda includes a discussion on proposed citywide changes to zoning law pertaining to the Metropolitan Police Department and regarding a High Density Residential Retail Overlay District. At Capitol Hill Towers, 900 G St. NE, community room. Info, ANC 6A03 Commissioner Cody Rice, 544-3734.

Wednesday, October 1

10:30 a.m. Black Artists in America: Parts 1 and 2. In Part 1, several acclaimed artists, including Romare Bearden and Sam Gilliam, discuss their backgrounds, their sources of inspiration, and the unique concerns of African American artists. In Part 2, the focus is on the historic "National Panel on African American Art" held at the Art Student's League in New York City on March 2, 1971. At the center of the conference's lively debate: the unique challenges facing artists of color during the 1970s. Reservations suggested, 287-3369. Anacostia Museum & Center for African American History & Culture, 1901 Fort Place SE. http://anacostia.si.edu.

6:45-8:45 p.m. The State of Domestic Violence in DC. "A workshop led by Nancy Meyer of the DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence. This is the first workshop in a series of workshops to educate the community on violence against women." Suggested donation, $5. At the Social Action and Leadership School for Activists, 733 15th St. NW, Suite 1020, 234-9382 ext. 229. http://www.ips-dc.org/salsa.

8 p.m. Dave Brubeck and his Quartet and the Brubeck Institute Sextet. "This session will feature the Dave Brubeck Quartet, bassist Christian McBride, and the Brubeck Institute's sextet of talented young musicians." Tickets free (there may be a service charge) but required. Ticketmaster, 301-808-6900 or http://www.ticketmaster.com. No-show tickets are also available (come by 6:30 p.m.). At Library Of Congress, Coolidge Auditorium, the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. SE, 707-5502.

Thursday, October 2

6:30 p.m. 2004 Shaping the Debate for Democracy: A Call to Action. With Rep. John Lewis (D), the Honorable Mani Shankar Aiyar, Indian National Congress, and Dr. Doug Johnston, International Center for Religion and Diplomacy. By Young India. "A focused vision to reconnect citizens to their own governments lies at the core of the democratic challenge at hand. The vision we formulate and act upon today is inspired by the Gandhian method for transformation. The first step in this process requires us to recognize the immediate challenges, which are the elections in 2004 — in the United States and India. Why and how should citizens like us reclaim our democracy? This event is the first step in our quest to answer this very question that plagues all democracies today. We will hear from speakers who have addressed this question in the past and continue to do so today. Their experiences and ideas will help us all respond to the dynamic challenges that our democracies face today." At House International Relations Committee Room, room 2255, Rayburn Office Building (near South Capitol & C Streets SE) http://yidream.org/2004/gandhitribute.shtml.

7 p.m. Meet Argentine Artist Guillermo Kuitca. Kuitca's painting Trauerspiel is on view in the museum's lower level. He will discuss his work. At Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, 7th Street and Independence Avenue SW. 633-4674. http://hirshhorn.si.edu/programs/events.asp.

7 p.m. Birds of the Mid-Atlantic Region and Where to Find Them. "John Rappole, research biologist at the Zoo's Conservation and Research Center in Front Royal, Virginia, discusses his research and shares his secrets for locating both common and seldom-seen birds in the Mid-Atlantic region." Visitor Center, National Zoo. http://nationalzoo.si.edu/ActivitiesAndEvents/default.cfm.

Friday, October 3

6-10 p.m. IMAX & Jazz Cafe: Steve Abshire and Vince Lewis. On most Friday evenings the National museum of Natural History offers music by Washington's top jazz musicians, screenings of two IMAX films, and an elegant dinner a la carte. This evening's music is performed by Steve Abshire and Vince Lewis (guitars). The IMAX films are Pulse: A Stomp Odyssey or Cirque Du Soleil: Journey of Man. 5:30-10 p.m.: Cash bar. 5:45-8:45 p.m.: Films, $7.50 adult, $12 double feature. 6-9 p.m.: Dinner, beginning at $15. 6-10 p.m.: Music, free. At the National Museum of Natural History, 10th Street & Constitution Avenue NW, Atrium Cafe & Johnson IMAX Theater. After 5:30, use the Constitution Avenue entrance http://www.mnh.si.edu/imax.

Saturday, October 4

All Day. Today and Tomorrow. D.C. Open House. "A special weekend when museums, historic houses, and other attractions — as well as the city's finest walking tour guides — invite you to sample the city. ... At more than 50 sites in 12 neighborhoods, members of Cultural Tourism DC open their doors to show you the places they know and love. Walking tour guides tell stories of local Washington and point out the capital's lovely architecture." http://www.DCOpenHouse.org.

7-8:30 a.m. Early Bird Tour. "Catch a glimpse of some of the arboretum's feathered residents on this early morning tour before the arboretum opens to the public. Participants will be guided through arboretum collections to a variety of habitats popular for nesting and foraging. Participants will receive the Checklist of Birds at the National Arboretum for handy reference. Bring your binoculars!" Registration required, 245-5898 or online. $10. At National Arboretum, 24th & R Streets NE. Enter through R Street Gate. http://www.usna.usda.gov/Education/events.html#October.

9 a.m.-noon. Bike Collection. Pedals for Progress collects used, serviceable bicycles, to distribute to developing countries, where the bikes are reconditioned by partner agencies and distributed at low cost to poor working adults. A $10-per-bike donation is requested to help defray the costs of transportation. St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 3rd & A Streets SE. Info, 543-3642. http://www.p4p.org.

10 a.m.-5 p.m. National Book Festival on the National Mall. See more than 80 nationally known authors, storytellers, as well as NBA and WNBA stars celebrate books. The Library of Congress and Laura Bush host this event. On the National Mall, between 7th and 14th Streets NW. http://www.loc.gov/bookfest.

11 a.m. The Dedication Party for the YuMe Tree, a 28-foot community mosaic on the wall of CVS facing Watkins School at 12th Street & Pennsylvania Avenue SE. More than one thousand neighborhood children sculpted and signed the three-inch tiles creating the YuMe Tree.

Noon-6 p.m. Barracks Row Fest. Celebrate the streetscape construction and new shops opening up on 8th Street SE. This event offers performances, food, arts, and entertainment all day long on 8th Street between Pennsylvania Avenue and the Marine Barracks. http://www.barracksrow.org.

4 p.m. Walking Tour: Capital Neighbors - A Walk About Capitol Hill. "Stroll 19th-century streets with a DC Heritage tour guide." Meet at Eastern Market Metro station (Pennsylvania Avenue & 7th Street SE).

8 p.m.-midnight. Magic Of the Arts, Ball and Silent Auction. "This is an elegant night of dancing, dining and cocktails to benefit the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop. This year's event combines the enchanting sounds of the Pan American Jazz Orchestra with a feast of delicious heavy hors d'oeuvres and cocktails. Throughout the evening, guests will have the opportunity to bid on wonderful pieces of art as well as other items donated by local businesses." At the Frederick Douglas Museum and Hall of Fame for Caring Americans, 320 A St. NE. Tickets, $75. Info, 547-6839. http://www.chaw.org.

Sunday, October 5

1 p.m. Walking Tour: Capitol Complex Crawl. The U.S. Capitol Historical Society will lead a tour along the Capitol's exterior while explaining its history, construction, daily life, and the meaning of democracy. Meet in front of 200 Maryland Ave. NE (VFW Building). http://www.uschs.org.

2-5 p.m. "Taste of Asia" Cultural Community Day. On H Street NW, between 6th and 8th Streets. Info, 628-1041, ext. 1377. §