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The Bagel Ball 2025

Nowhere to go on Christmas Eve? Celebrate being Jewish with other young adults while the rest of the city is closed. Join us for the best place to hang with friends and meet Jews on Christmas Eve! The party starts at 9pm on Wesnesday, December 24 at Public Bar in Dupont Circle. We'll be spinning beats all night, drink specials + heavy snacks (including bagels, of course!), and there will be tons of people to mingle with. We'll have a quieter area with board games and card games on the second level on the bar if you're looking for a break from the dancing. Admission includes a free drink ticket if you arrive before 10PM. This event is organized by lay community leaders. While the event is priced to cover our costs, any profits will be re-invested into the DMV community. 🆕 Coming alone or want to meet new people? This year we're introducing smaller, pre-Bagel Ball pre-games so you'll show up with new friends 🆕 No Eventbrite fees! The price you see is the price you pay (plus tax) We will offer complimentary coat check Feel free to dress up or come as you are, please just keep it appropriate for a festive party ** This event is for those who are 22-45 **

Wednesday, 24, 21.00 - Thursday, 25, 02.00 Washington, DC _$25

Pause and Play: A Musical Friday Night

This experience is: Laid-back, intimate, heavy on music, and lighter on prayer It’s led by: Musicians Aaron Shneyer & friends! You can expect: Stirring music, a collaborative feel, and intentions that strike a chord It’s a good fit for: Those unafraid to sing like no one’s listening

Friday, 12, 19.00 - Friday, 12, 20.15 Washington, DC _$25

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Friday Night Services

This inclusive service with Rabbi Jenna and musicians blends contemporary and traditional elements for an experience that feels both familiar and fresh.

Friday, 05, 19.00 - Friday, 05, 20.15 Washington, DC _$25

A Persian-Inspired Feast - Team Building by Cozymeal™

Book a unique team building event centered around sharing an incredible meal together! Join Cozymeal’s team building activity “A Persian-Inspired Feast” with Chef Sayeh or Resident Chef and connect with your team during a 2-hour culinary experience and enjoy a 4-course meal together.

Monday, 01, 18.00 - Monday, 01, 20.00 Washington, DC _$25

Gold Member Happy Hour Q4

Don’t miss the chance to connect with fellow members while supporting our Coat & Toy Drive Don’t miss the chance to connect with fellow members while enjoying delicious food and music! Join us as we listen to Latino authors who will share their inspiration behind their work. ALPFA Gold Members get a special discount on their tickets through the ALPFA Membership Portal.

Thursday, 04, 18.00 - Thursday, 04, 22.00 Washington, DC _$25

December Spanish Sip and Speak w/ LUPA Talks + La Cosecha

Join us for a fun and interactive event at La Cosecha, where you can practice your Spanish-speaking skills while enjoying a tasting from Puerto Rico Distillery! Dr. Xiomara Rivera Pagán will help you feel confident in your speaking skills, and Puerto Rico Distillery will help you connect language with Puerto Rican spirits to connect with your Spanish skills. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the language and culture. ¡Nos vemos allí!

Sunday, 07, 11.00 - Sunday, 07, 12.30 Washington, DC _$25

Domingos en Español - Weekly Bilingual Music & Movement

Mama Elena & Tia Maria are teaming up to bring a bilingual Spanish music & movement class every Sunday at noon! Join us every Sunday at noon as we sing, dance, and play together! Using inspiration from children’s literature, music, stories and creative movement, we will play and create together in a fun and easy way. These sessions are child and family centered. We'll sing classics and Mama Elena's original songs! Come ready to explore, move ,and be moved.

Sunday, 07, 12.00 - Sunday, 07, 13.00 Washington, DC _$25

Poema Abierto: Span-ish Open Mic

Poema Abierto is Washington, DC’s first and only Spanish-language open mic — a space where Latin American voices take center stage through poetry, song, and storytelling. Founded in September 2023, this monthly gathering is held every first Sunday from 7–9PM at the beloved community arts space BloomBars in Columbia Heights. Whether you're an artist, a newcomer, or just looking to reconnect with Spanish in all its beauty, Poema Abierto invites you into a warm and welcoming room full of rhythm, memory, and voice. $5 entry at the door — every dollar goes directly to supporting BloomBars’ nonprofit arts programming. What you put in, goes right back to you. Open to all. Come listen, or take the mic.

Sunday, 07, 19.00 - Sunday, 07, 21.00 Washington, DC _$25

BIMBY Fall Happy Hour

Community is Resistance You may be tired. You may be overwhelmed. You may be wondering how to keep doing meaningful work in a world that doesn’t always value it. Come recharge at Happy Hour at BUDDY’S DC! Reconnect with familiar faces, meet new ones, and remind yourself why community matters. This in-person gathering is your chance to unplug from the headlines and plug back into your people — Black built-environment and allied professionals, advocates, leaders, and students.

Thursday, 20, 17.30 - Thursday, 20, 20.00 Washington, DC _$25

Power of the Purse: Holiday Market

Shop Black. Gift Bold. Celebrate Us. Join us for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience celebrating Black women entrepreneurs across the DMV.

Saturday, 22, 10.00 - Saturday, 22, 15.00 Washington, DC _$25

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