Bucket List DC - Live it up!

This CREATIVE HAPPY HOUR is for creative people and folks who appreciate creativity. Whether you attend, produce, appreciate, or promote, you are welcome to join us on Monday, August 24, 2026 from 5pm-7pm for CREATIVE HAPPY HOUR at Silver Branch Brewing Co in Silver Spring, MD. Register on Eventbrite at https://HappyHour8-24-26.eventbrite.com.

Come meet, network, and enjoy. Only those ages 21 and up can attend. Happy Hour specials are from 5pm-6pm: $5.95 beer and select drinks. Entrance is free. This is a casual event.

Register on Eventbrite at https://HappyHour8-24-26.eventbrite.com.

Check out our DC Filmmakers T-shirts on Amazon at https://a.co/d/gXACa1Y to help support the group.

Enjoy delicious craft beers, tasty snacks, and great company in a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you're a beer enthusiast or just looking to unwind after a long day, this event is perfect for you. Don't miss out on the opportunity to kick back and relax with us at Silver Branch Brewing Co. Use the QR codes at the table to order food and drinks, and be prepared to mingle. Check out the Silver Branch Brewing Company's Menu.

PARKING: Paid parking available one block away at the county's Cameron Street Garage on 8530 Cameron Street (Better pricing than street or private parking.)

See you there on 8/24/26! Register on Eventbrite at https://HappyHour8-24-26.eventbrite.com.

This event is produced by DC Filmmakers Group in partnership with, TIVA (Television, Internet, and Video Association of DC), WIFV (Women in Film & Video), Wheaton Film Festival, Docs in Progress, DC Media Makers Group, etc.

Sponsored by Brian Frankel Law Firm PLLC, Creative Colony Spaces, and Adobe Software.

Use code “WFF10friend” or the following link for 10% off on tickets.
www.eventbrite.com/e/1981944020919/?discount=WFF10friend

The Festival takes place in-person on November 7, 2026 in the Ballroom of Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad from 2:30pm to 9:15pm. The address is 2400 Arcola Avenue, Second Floor Ballroom, use side dedicated entrance, Silver Spring, MD, 20902. Free parking is available at the Rescue Squad and across the street at the Wheaton library branch.
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Tentative Schedule:
2:30pm-3:00pm Doors Open, informal networking, welcome
3:00pm -5:00pm EDUCATIONAL PANEL DISCUSSIONS
3:00pm-3:50pm To Be Announced (Panel 1 of 2)
4:00pm-4:50pm To Be Announced (Panel 2 of 2)
5:00pm-6:00pm NETWORKING and DINNER RECEPTION
6:00pm-8:30pm SHORT FILM SCREENINGS
8:30pm-9:15pm AWARDS PRESENTATION and Closing Comments
9:15pm-11:59pm AFTER PARTY at a favorite local bar/restaurant to be announced [all are invited, no ticket required to After Party]
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Panel Discussions May Include:
To Be Announced
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Films to be shown will be announced after October 17, 2026 via FilmFreeway and on our website.

Visit http://www.wheatonfilmfestival.com to keep up to date.
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Awards & Prizes:
"Levin Grand Prize" - Jury Award for Best Overall Film
"Wheaton Award" - Jury Award for Best Community Story
"Kamen Grand Prize" - Jury Award for Best Student Film
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Tickets are required to attend. Use code “WFF10friend” or the following link for 10% off on tickets.
www.eventbrite.com/e/1981944020919/?discount=WFF10friend

For more information about the Wheaton Film Festival visit http://www.wheatonfilmfestival.com or contact us at info@wheatonfilmfestival.com.

To keep up with festival news and details follow us on social media:
Facebook - facebook.com/WheatonFilmFest -and- facebook.com/groups/dcfilmmakers
Instagram - instagram.com/wheatonfilmfest
Twitter - x.com/WheatonFilmFest -and- x.com/brianfilms
TikTok - tiktok.com/@wheatonfilmfest.
#FilmWheaton
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This event is supported in part by the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County, Brian Frankel Law Firm PLLC, Adobe Software, Chuck Levin's Music Center, Arune LLC, DC Filmmakers, FilmConvert, Sound Department, Pro Cuts Editing Services, Write Brothers, iPitch, and Promethean Fundraising. This event is produced by Arune LLC. Our promotional partners include DC Filmmakers, TIVA, WIFV, Creative Edge Collaborative, Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts, Action Youth Media, Wheaton Arts Parade, Docs In Progress, Wheaton & Kensington Chamber of Commerce, Maryland Film Office, Yelp, and DC Media Makers.