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Treat your children to GALita’s ***Séneca, ratón de biblioteca (Séneca, The Library Mouse)***, a bilingual play by Chilean playwright Jorge Díaz with original music by Iván Navas. Directed by Elena Velasco, this fun-filled play touches on the importance of reading and respecting differences, and runs March 14 through March 28, 2026. When a brainy library mouse meets a swaggering crew of street mice, sparks fly and stories take off—spilling from the shelves into a world of comic chases and big laughs. Along the way, unlikely friendships form and lessons unfold about listening, learning, and belonging. Brought to life through imaginative puppets and original music, ***Séneca, The Library Mouse*** invites young audiences to celebrate difference, delight in the joy of books, and discover confidence and pride in who they are—proving that brains, creativity, and curiosity can be just as powerful as bravado. **PERFORMANCES:** Weekdays from March 16-20 and March 23-27 at 10:30 am, and Saturday, March 14, 21, and 28 at 3 pm. This family show is about 60 minutes long and suitable for ages 5 and up! **TICKETS:** General admission tickets are $10 children and $12 adults. **[GET TICKETS HERE](https://ci.ovationtix.com/35923/production/1245619)** **CAST:** Daniela Lock as Séneca, Delbis Cardona as Rafael, Ramón, and Raúl, Máximo Cáceres as Benigno (Dog), Rachael Small as Bellaco (Cat), and H. Christian Aguilar as Ensemble/Understudy. **CREATIVE TEAM:** Scenic Design is by Gisela Estrada with Lighting Design by Luis García, and Costume Design by Rukiya Henry-Fields. Iván Navas is Composer, Angélica Huertas is Sound Designer, and Properties Design is by Isabel deCarvalho. Solis Pettitt is Stage Manager and Sherry González is Assistant Stage Manager. Ilyana Rose-Dávila is Production Manager, and Anson Stevie is Technical Director.

📚 Do you love reading, but wish you had a structure and a community to share your insights with? Join our small circle of curious minds (just 4 members per gathering) as we come together for an hour of focused reading—in the calm setting of a library or the cozy atmosphere of a café. Here’s how it works: First part: Quiet reading on your own—bring a book you’re exploring, whether it’s philosophy, history, psychology, literature, or anything meaningful to you. Second part: We regroup and each person shares key takeaways, insights, or questions sparked by their reading. This sparks a structured yet free-flowing conversation around ideas, perspectives, and personal reflections. Why join? Add structure to your reading habit. Discover new books, authors, and ideas through others’ choices. Build real connections by sharing and listening deeply. Socialize around something meaningful instead of small talk.

# The Power of the Subconscious Mind **THE POWER OF THE SUBCONSCIOUS OVER YOU** You are welcome to arrive 15 minutes early for refreshments! At the lecture "The Power of the Subconscious", the speaker will clearly and understandably explain topics such as: What is the exact definition of the Subconscious Mind? How does it inflict unwanted feelings and anxiety in you? What determines how much pressure it exerts on a person? What exactly is the goal of the subconscious? This is not just a lecture where you sit quietly and listen. It's interactive and LIVE, so you can ask questions at any time. And the most important topic: **HOW DO YOU TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR SUBCOUNSCIOUS?** **Attend and find out.** This group is sponsored by the Dianetics Life Improvement Center

Let us meet up for a language exchange. We will give out name tags. You write your name and what language you speak and what language you would like to exchange. ***GRAB A DRINK AND YOU ARE ALL SET TO FLEX YOUR LANGUAGE CAPACITY. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD :) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.*** We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested. We have the discretion to decide entry. All languages are welcome! However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that particular language, you would like to exchange. HOW IT WORKS : We will try to assign tables for each represented languages and will direct attendees to their respective tables accordingly. All languages are welcome! However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that particular language, you would like to exchange. Rules to abide : 1. Event is free and 21+ (bring ID). 2. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to exchange with others as well. 3. We all are native speakers of one or two languages and be willing to help others and try to accommodate as much as possible. 4. If you don't speak the other person's required language, LEAVE THEM ALONE. 5. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion. 6. This is a face-to-face language exchange event. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting, by using the comment box or direct message. 7. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box. Since it sends notification to all attendees. If you have any questions, send a message to the organizers. Don't write in the comment box. 8. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via (info@merevents.com). 9. When you get there, we will greet you and take you to your respective group. 10. Don't be shy of your local languages. We have diplomates assigned to different countries, who would love to practice your languages. 11\. Be patient for the first 30 minutes\, up until we form your respective language group\. 12\. We will have a registration station and check you in\. 13\. This is mainly a social for Intermediate/Advanced/Native Speaker\. It is not as such to learn a language\. Beginners\, if you want to learn a language\, reach out to us \(info@merevents\.com\)\. We have a school and will arrange you a class\. Also\, if you are a native speaker and would like to teach your language\, apply by email\, we are hiring\. ***AFTER THE EXCHANGE, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***

Title: Frontrunners, the Mid-Atlantic's AI conference! You're invited to the Frontrunners AI conference, March 27th, in Arlington, VA at GMU's Van Metre Hall. Frontrunners will be a single day tech conference this year featuring AI and data topics. You can read all about Frontrunners here: [Frontrunners](https://frontrunners.tech/) If you want to speak at Frontrunners, submit your talk here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedNNa4N64vgfsvAtGcBngKJrtd3h1_x0T019GTW-rSwCj0jQ/viewform This is a paid event, so you will have to register at the Frontrunners AI site or at the direct registration link is as follows (but please also RSVP on this meetup to help us reach others): https://frontrunners.ticketspice.com/frontrunners-2026 Thanks. We hope to see you there.

Come exchange Asian Languages that you speak! ***GRAB A DRINK AND YOU WILL BE ALL SET TO FLEX YOUR LANGUAGE CAPACITY. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD :) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.*** We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested. We have the discretion to decide entry. We will assign tables for represented languages. All languages are welcome! However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that particular language, you would like to exchange. As you all remember well, this event used to bring out hundreds of people every week. However, it was discontinued last year for obvious reasons and we couldn't gather that many people now, because of restrictions. Hence, we are downsizing and caping the number of attendees. We have super limited spots and advance ticket purchase is required. ***AFTER THE HAPPY HOUR, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!*** HOW IT WORKS : We will try to assign tables for each represented languages and will direct attendees to their respective tables accordingly. All languages are welcome! However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that particular language, you would like to exchange. Rules to abide : 1. Event is free and 21+ (bring ID). 2. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to exchange with others as well. 3. We all are native speakers of one or two languages and be willing to help others and try to accommodate as much as possible. 4. If you don't speak the other person's required language, LEAVE THEM ALONE. 5. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion. 6. This is a face-to-face language exchange event. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting, by using the comment box or direct message. 7. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box. Since it sends notification to all attendees. If you have any questions, send a message to the organizers. Don't write in the comment box. 8. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via (info@merevents.com). 9. When you get there, we will greet you and take you to your respective group. 10. Don't be shy of your local languages. We have diplomates assigned to different countries, who would love to practice your languages. 11\. Be patient for the first 30 minutes\, up until we form your respective language group\. 12\. We will have a registration station and check you in\. You ought to have register on Meetup for a free entry\. Otherwise\, you will be subject to a cover charge\. 11. 13\. This is mainly a social for Intermediate/Advanced/Native Speaker\. It is not as such to learn a language\. Beginners\, if you want to learn a language\, reach out to us \(info@merevents\.com\)\. We have a school and will arrange you a class\. 12.

Greetings! \*A Few Quick, Important Notes\*: 1. Location/Further Details/Tickets required at: [https://thewashingtonforum.com/showcase-social-march-2026/](https://thewashingtonforum.com/showcase-social-march-2026/) 2. A Free RSVP on Meetup is NOT a ticket for admission to this event. This is NOT a free event. Thanks! 3. Can't make this one, but interested in future events? [https://forms.gle/4Pnws1HBn5M89Ro28](https://forms.gle/4Pnws1HBn5M89Ro28) \*\*\* You are cordially invited you to a **SHOWCASE SOCIAL** Join us to meet people from a wide variety of backgrounds and fields as we come together for meaningful conversation and new connections. In an era when so much interaction happens online, evenings like this provide a chance to connect face-to-face and share ideas in good company. We will be showcasing work from local alumni artists. We are also inviting distinguished people in various fields to highlight some of the intellectual capital here in the DMV. These people will be leading conversation hubs in their field of expertise. **Food & Drink Specials for our Group until 7:00 pm.** In an era where so much of our interaction is filtered through screens and scrolls, opportunities for **Face-to-Face (F2F) interaction** are more valuable than ever. There’s something irreplaceable about real dialogue—about enjoying a laugh, an idea, or a story in real time with others who share your curiosity! Feel free to forward this invitation to friends. I look forward to seeing you on **Friday 27 March**! Yours,  **John Hanshaw** **Questions? Feel free to reach out at:** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhanshaw/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhanshaw/)

Greetings, For the Spring/Summer warm weather season (approximately 6 months), let's meet again for another **Last Saturday of the Month CoffeeRun, CoWork, & Collaboration meeting** at **Union Market in NE DC**. Topics include but are not limited to personal development, accountability, community service, partnerships, projects, and team building with those who share similar values **(readers feel free to bring books; several indoor/outdoor restaurants, bars, lounges, stores, and coffee shops in the market area)**. Also, for those interested, District Running Collective (DRC) meets at this location (Union Market curbside) nearly every Wednesday evening (at 6:30pm) and Saturday mornings (at 7:00am for 6 to 10mile runners; 8:00am for 3 mile runners; three miles takes approximately 30 to 45 minutes depending on fitness level). Updates can be sent regarding any location changes/run rescheduling. Good opportunity for novice or more experienced runners to jumpstart their holistic health journey this season (e.g., sleep, diet, exercise, mental resilience) with others who share similar personal development goals (see DRC information link below). **If you are not interested in the the morning run, feel free to RSVP for the coffee and conversation only.** If there are any questions, comments, or concerns regarding this meeting feel free to call or message. Updates may also be added to the event chat/comment section at anytime, thank you. Link for District Running Collective (DRC) * https://www.districtrunningcollective.com/ Alicia (202) 627-0361 Sunday March, 15th, 2026 12:00pm

​​**Let's discuss a ted talk video while taking a walk at Capital Crescent Trail Near Bethesda.** **To receive future event updates, register on Luma:** [https://luma.com/tv3fhasq](https://luma.com/tv3fhasq) Have you had your daily dose of fun? It's not just enjoyable, it's also essential for your health and happiness, says science journalist Catherine Price. She proposes a new definition of fun -- what she calls "true fun" -- and shares easy, evidence-backed ways to weave playfulness, flow and connection into your everyday life. ​​​​Here is how it works: * ​​​​​​​Prior to the event: **Please watch this YouTube video:** [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMBJrvEwv8s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMBJrvEwv8s) * ​During the event: * ​​3:30pm-3:45pm: meet outside of [Chopt Salad](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ThxMNixG2TG4T32X6) (Bethesda Row end of Capital Crescent Trail) for group introduction. * ​3:45pm-4:45pm: Take a walk at Capital Crescent Trail (laps between Bethesda Row and Little Falls Parkway) and Discuss. * ​(Walking Route Link: [https://scenic-walk.com/#/b712c5fa ](https://scenic-walk.com/#/b712c5fa)(During the hike, the organizer will live broadcast current location, so that people who arrive late can catch up via the [Scenic Walk Link](https://scenic-walk.com/#/b712c5fa)). * ​4:45pm - 5pm: Group Conclusion outside of Chopt Salad. *** ​​​​Discussion Questions During Walk: \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 1. **True fun is a visceral feeling of being illuminated from within rather than just a leisure activity. How can we better distinguish between activities that merely pass the time and those that truly make us feel radiant?** 2. **Playfulness involves a lighthearted attitude of doing things for their own sake without worrying about the outcome. How might our community change if we collectively lowered our guards and let go of the need for perfection?** 3. **Most peak fun memories involve a shared experience that helps us feel united with others. In a polarized world, how can the pursuit of fun serve as a bridge to connect us as human beings?** 4. **Fun requires a state of flow where we are so engaged that we lose track of time. What environments can we create together that naturally encourage us to be fully present and focused on the moment?** 5. **Prioritizing fun acts as a legitimate health intervention by reducing stress and promoting social bonding. How would we shift our schedules if we viewed joyful moments as essential to our physical and mental well-being?** 6. **Constant digital distractions interrupt our flow and prevent us from forming real-world connections. What boundaries can we set with our devices to ensure we remain available for spontaneous moments of joy?** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- To provide an enjoyable experience for fellow participants, here are three ground rules during discussion events: 1. Step up and step back. (If you feel that you’ve been talking too much, step back to listen more. If you feel that you’ve been relatively quiet, step up to share your perspective or ask a question) 2. Listen to understand, not to respond. 3. Be open-minded and value differences.

Improv workshop at Library. We will teach basics of Improvisation and rules before each game. Experienced and newbies alike are welcome to attend/participate. If you don't want to perform this time around, feel free to come enjoy the workshop and relax. Note: This is in Charles County, Maryland at Potomac Branch Library If you need to cancel, please change your status to "will not attend."

Hey Chapter Twoers, let's try this new restaurant and bar that opened in Bethesda last year. It has been described as cozy, trendy, and intimate with excellent food. Come join us and we will judge for ourselves!

Join our new group’s third meeting. Meet fellow tech enthusiasts west of the beltway. ​Because our group is new, we have a poll for the direction we want to take this new group. ​[https://submatrix.net/article/Meetups/e9ym4fr8Ca](https://submatrix.net/article/Meetups/e9ym4fr8Ca) ​For this event, we will be running a working meetup. ​Our meetings are a great place to work on and show off what you do. We are always welcoming. ​Our format is great for people who have started on but not finished one or several side projects. ​We will start off with basic introductions and what we are working on and what our goals are. We’ll break the rest of the meeting into two working sessions. In between, we’ll do a quick check-in to see how folks are going. RSVP is also available on LinkedIn or Luma: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7441208651341557761 https://luma.com/luucajlz

DC Anime Club will be hosting an Free screening of Daredevil Born Again Season 2. About Daredevil Born Again Season 2: Matt Murdock finds himself on a collision course with Wilson Fisk when their past identities begin to emerge. This event is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there. DC Anime Club Main Site [www.dcanimeclub.org](http://www.dcanimeclub.org/) Fanpage: [https://www.facebook.com/DCAnimeClub/](https://www.facebook.com/DCAnimeClub/?__tn__=K-R&eid=ARDrnMhzVh7reGx42vJb2v8OBFMdHz4rXK2oPrNk4lPqzWEoJoUzA-d86yHkzBd3zAH1rwFryDrOWbXc&fref=mentions&__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARCEfzcpo49QmCzwZV2DS9GweHrMU3D5Wnk0MJ22N3v0X8WGI32_QLziSfyP2yVyiRLBBX0iElFxFizubG3DQ5Bk_Ti8ZGO_6TYskPcwMDUAf2I148lQzfAqbvQrbQArvwM-VcWKbLxNeyoks78xC0fkUTKdIpbiwhNUY0HbyWuzupkWu9ZVLZGinr2eXAkfa-TUt01fcO_tt2HI4ImkWUTRrqPji6pRyD9WClOyrPTvZMGPfQGg9agBpiEQ5XMxl1RGIDW9fSZnXvLEyZSmRYk5a8Ojlmb2jLuXbg6Uul-R17QmXP29i2s0NT4HeDSscIGVASIll5zW2kLyLd3NJLEl1K3RF9fW8lBb8lDEL5zMHRs) Twitter:[https://twitter.com/#!/DCAnimeClub](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3wOdkbmYmn9iVtz5dXVEX93hvCLhPooWAptPkV781TiGUmt1XM_WDirDI%23%21%2FDCAnimeClub&h=AT0h4joZ2_4D5nWeoVwrZYYUPVaIhB6s-vl8_NB2rJlop-YR2JjqMSixqAP-l8VH7-a-7iK7Eb2y6MjudZ7Kb8TLhKTLTaO9S3IG3Lvq9_bYkQpvb9dmwwrbfNXFKy3ack1sBlHNUzd1o2g6boi7gLzd0V692CaNLDLjbV1Rt0R4tfuaqIqHvSId9VSHgFyJsrFfdhDqaysSSJ_NZu17OQYXNN7MT7zFG7Ypb1hCnwdy1fq0RDsDIMbbtsXP_4CXhkXs4v9CliE_XVtbMdgZI0M4v3Z07PhRiVFCFeKBGRPvRNkpe3_nJ-CmbRHNEQyTnhHEM_pGrfbFp0_a_Ij0t7Eg-MgiCKhOfL2bxHOY7pZ6UygDXrGBysRp5faEwWnnWNEbK3-WV6936uzNZx-TKw8SBhtoxKozwoGl5AkMPpMP1JfzwZnQAjlS05Bx_wBki0HsYEdYIu4ZCnQWSvkj65mq6SFAvmZY9hJrP-FfczWi0_Hodz0RGumO1VuQQk_vh-fEhKP0VV786vq0CLAxDYk3Y27cgt-vi86KAuUzcvBHQ1mJhZhoTe4geQ91uj97q1LEtxZ0Rvj-baEYTl9YNYybNzXR8s92IxGJqGjbT3-_qE6dR9JHeB0rqYWfb6OhsmVWNPtImDz-URqaDOWnfzUcipz--mzXa6MX) Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/DCAnimeClub/](https://www.facebook.com/groups/DCAnimeClub/?fref=mentions&__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARCEfzcpo49QmCzwZV2DS9GweHrMU3D5Wnk0MJ22N3v0X8WGI32_QLziSfyP2yVyiRLBBX0iElFxFizubG3DQ5Bk_Ti8ZGO_6TYskPcwMDUAf2I148lQzfAqbvQrbQArvwM-VcWKbLxNeyoks78xC0fkUTKdIpbiwhNUY0HbyWuzupkWu9ZVLZGinr2eXAkfa-TUt01fcO_tt2HI4ImkWUTRrqPji6pRyD9WClOyrPTvZMGPfQGg9agBpiEQ5XMxl1RGIDW9fSZnXvLEyZSmRYk5a8Ojlmb2jLuXbg6Uul-R17QmXP29i2s0NT4HeDSscIGVASIll5zW2kLyLd3NJLEl1K3RF9fW8lBb8lDEL5zMHRs&__tn__=K-R) Meet up: [http://www.meetup.com/DC-Anime-Club/](http://www.meetup.com/DC-Anime-Club/?fbclid=IwAR0qYUNKB3ceVrKrDhXM_HuG_3vH12rgs93igrVlDbSisjpnSV28lGsguVA) Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/dcacone/](https://www.instagram.com/dcacone/) Discord: [https://discord.gg/hs6nyBG](https://discord.gg/hs6nyBG%60%60%60%60) Youtube:[http://www.youtube.com/DCAnimeClub](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2FDCAnimeClub%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR14TY9CSow1lJqg4iHublV5Mwg7fr26tann7pE-Aydxr3lVQdcMth0tqCA&h=AT3nLwT-FWmf_XTGt9_Tc1Xlz36z6xPynQWoDlLIAe9OMPnBsFluUbOxUMptwdwAh9qqNaEr9qOfgQfbuDPys2us2RafEUBF8ho26wTry8qtK45SOLnbZXK0uUlsfVvH5gBYF3JmAgmcK1wEV3E8NJlA4RYfITWlvWnDTyIeiMsdZk6liu90AGptNTldKpxrLlW4xM6V1GH3IuY0ikPbg39fvG0tlxRgZY_iA9nRfcwtk278d8C_yne7It_woNbRVRLDPgSM1pqQN3SHisjNblkQvXsRETwaCrs09VgMNF88BwYCbhYypNYdv5x-pyNfJ-mg0EqKGXd1yT4x_FeIwHpXACeNEGyDEm1UEpwmc2CPWUwIVGd_SuKY3VyDsYJxyYdE60VPI7iaC7RacBiv_TPNjGqBKAL4SOEQVl8r6Wegm0mjnAOJ0CGXeExRWBy0N0gFM6RXMOw4KZOmTwFjL1y4LcENOMrh3w4KVH9_Bco79N5wQMQhxTRDwyD9Dh0PUJRmcWAM93f4UGb1_-IPIYRdqPf4HkhFMuGfXn5lKtCHZeW-nTFsT8YFlJXTi6aDYKGoN9MDlePJGhzs7j_OwxCCpBXjohx-voJXGLYvVEnCN8y06X77XaAqIdpeq53TKmEU7M48loH5_K7SMte8p_snxY_y0VzAxjgY) Tumblr: [http://dcanime.tumblr.com/](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdcanime.tumblr.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3TJTHgGgqCA7X04YHjXBC0P6hiPf6TVLXuUR6STdtkY1WfWdi51cm3NMY&h=AT1HZRR0I3i1r1GVMhmaRzfZGTGtzTAVdg2Sb6agSHJgqZ-CGN2D1SekkmU_d-HvAFEZ03E5Qr8nW5Yk76GEtldB6wPZz8F3n508_dVnGY-it0kUZbD7pRdj_qtrlOVmukB1PZ_sDNkHtM6SfTTaCDPAhaOlxOBnSIMMw-P6T9GFh0Y5Pl-sq1XnQ0ZSxONN0I1TUHN4PcA396RVcjARYrI2SZy-6XBjWMK60yqVuvfKKfb8ioYdaRP-yD3RDVOUL1JnznmireaGdIhOBTZQeLrg6JI53lZxzNcAtHxAcRmrL4zko73D2DVJk-ZgfflBbFGLTYlzTcl6MqNVLAwNjRJoRogOg0FllagDQJAwoB_5XvfSxmVfe3UpFfm-l6O0PHRuHWemLCR67yxvIRDfrcJLLoV6HtBnv_1RmOiv96n3mZlovXJamZAosPvXsiyTWspwif25PxUsPxyuw6v6cBOfFl6VEqWjIyHXC7bjucYU0Zzc-rXruysQUtqMFo6dDeOCFNFNDPagyT7CJSIDBmFq9_OogDf-T14jU2rhHeX83fHu9Kw9MDUh6kzJMLi1mEOf_hLRi7TW8GqA_tzFOdDU9R3JZO5ZHOWDEV7JRwj4yRGXhZwv1ngTOefBwF6XZWcMZVKEk95o48O0IdkX1ivjE35QG-RbgUviHHIP5fE) Tiktok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@dcanimeclub](https://www.tiktok.com/@dcanimeclub) Hive:@dcanimeclub Lemon 8: lemon8-app.com/@christheanimation Blue Sky: [https://bsky.app/profile/dcanimeclub.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/dcanimeclub.bsky.social)

Greetings conscious black friends! I am Cody V, and I recently completed my 40 minute short film called Purple Velvet Planet. A lot of creatives here in the DMV worked hard on it, and we are excited to premier it Sunday March 29th at the historic AFI Silver Theatre in Silver Spring. The film is a blend of story, music, and self discovery. We've been getting tons of positive feedback so far. Tickets are available at purplevelvetplanet.eventbrite.com and they start at $7. Check out the trailer and the synopsis. I hope to see you there! **TRAILER** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qd69fWFfxU **SYNOPSIS** *In a world where music is regulated, performances are monitored by the government, and musicians need registrations to perform in public venues, Light is an “undocumented” rapper with few options for success. His socially conscious lyrics aren't doing him any favors, either. Speaking to many of the issues we are facing today, this film will appeal to music lovers, film aficionados, and everyone searching for ways to be more joyous in these troubling times. Purple Velvet Planet aspires to provide a path to personal peace amidst the chaos, through a masterful blend of music and story.*

Join us as we get together for an Arthouse Movie Friday event to see the A24 dark comedy /romance / psychological-thriller, THE DRAMA! The film stars Zendaya and Robert Pattinson as a happily engaged couple whose relationship is challenged when one discovers unsettling truths about the other. Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follows a happily engaged couple whose relationship is put to the test when an unexpected turn sends their wedding week off the rails. The film comes from A24, is written/directed by Kristoffer Borgli stars Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Mamoudou Athie, Alana Haim, Hailey Gates and Zoë Winters. QUICK WORD OF WARNING: The film hasn’t screened for critics yet and most of the details are being kept tightly under wraps. But, early buzz (possibly promotional) says the film is a brilliant psychological thriller/romance but also provocative, twisty and some contains occasional uncomfortable viewing! I love the cast and trailer, so look forward to seeing for ourselves! ZENDAYA-PATTINSON TRIFECTA CHALLENGE: Robert Pattinson and Zendaya will star in THREE movies together this year, including THE DRAMA, Christopher Nolan’s THE ODYSSEY this Summer and Denis Villeneuve’s DUNE: PART THREE at Christmas! TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zmKcUa4Xxk](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zmKcUa4Xxk) PLAN: We’ll plan for 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 30 minutes before showtime! Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but early arrival is advised. Possibly post-movie get-together at the nearby Rusty Bucket! Complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Take care and look forward to seeing you there, Dan

**PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT NOTES:** 1. The dates for this series are simply placeholders at the moment. We are working on our 2026 schedule, and adjustments are forthcoming. 2. Each class in this series has an attendance fee. 3. Each class from BOTH a sign-up and fee perspective is a separate entity. **Introduction:** Our Page Building with Bricks web development class provides detailed instruction for using Bricks Builder, a visual site builder for WordPress, to create and manage websites. Widely considered by many of the world's leading web developers to be the most complete page builder on the market today, Bricks Builder offers a wide range of features and comprehensive tools. Our Bricks Builder web development class provides detailed instructions on utilizing the toolset. The series of courses covers the core features of Bricks Builder, enabling users to design and develop responsive, visually appealing websites. Moreover, the courses are oriented to reinforce a focus on professional, scalable web development. Throughout the series, we focus our page-building instruction on the semantic and structural integrity of the pages in a responsive world. By the end of the 10-class series, participants will have a fundamental understanding of proper web page and website development. **The breakdown of the 10-class series is as follows:** * Class 01 - Survey of Page Builders / What Bricksbuilder Does For You * Class 02 - Boxes, Boxes, Boxes / Sections / Containers * Class 03 - Static Units / Relative Units / Responsive Development And Math Functions * Class 04 - CSS Variables And DRY Development / Classes And Global Styling * Class 05 - CSS Grid And CSS Flexbox * Class 06 - Responsive Development / Breakpoints And Media Queries * Class 07 - Effective Use Of Color / Effective Use Of Images * Class 08 - Beginning To Think Dynamically / Using Templates And Components * Class 09 - Dynamic Styling / Data Attributes And Attribute Selectors * Class 10 - Pseudo Elements / Programmatically Styling With Pseudo Classes Throughout the class sessions listed above, we cover the following key areas of web development with Bricks Builder: * **Introduction to Bricks Builder Interface:** * Familiarization with the builder's layout, including the toolbar, panel, and canvas, and understanding how to navigate and interact with its various components. * **Visual Site Building:** * Techniques for creating layouts using Bricks' drag-and-drop interface, incorporating sections, rows, columns, and elements to build page structures. * **Styling and Design:** * Utilizing Bricks' styling options to customize elements, apply global CSS classes for consistent design, and leverage features like Flexbox and CSS Grid for responsive layouts. * **Dynamic Content and Custom Fields:** * Integrating dynamic content from custom post types and custom field plugins (like ACF, Meta Box) to build data-driven websites. * **Template Building:** * Creating and managing reusable templates for headers, footers, post type layouts, and other site-wide elements. * **Performance Optimization:** * Understanding how Bricks Builder contributes to fast-loading websites and implementing performance best practices. * **Advanced Features:** * Depending on the class level, it might delve into advanced topics such as conditional logic, interactions, and custom code integration to enable more complex functionality. The series aims to equip participants with the skills to efficiently build, customize, and maintain WordPress websites using Bricks Builder, catering to both beginners and experienced web developers.

Salsamante Dance Academy will be at Swerve Every Tuesday Night to share the Rhythm & Energy of Bachata & Salsa. These are Beginner Level lessons to get you comfortable and understand the two dances. Spread the Good News to all. Swerve Dance & Fitness Complex 640 Lakeview Plaza Blvd A, Worthington, OH 43085 Bachata 7pm-8pm Salsa 8pm-9pm $15 - One Lesson $20 - Both Lessons

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia

We're excited to launch **GitHub Copilot Dev Days**, a global in‑person community event series running **March 15 – April 30**! Let's come together as developers, grow our local community, and showcase the power of GitHub Copilot with **free, high‑quality training materials** from Microsoft + GitHub. * GitHub Copilot in VS Code * GitHub Copilot CLI … and more! * **Intro Talk (30–45 min):** GitHub Copilot + AI development * **Local Community Talk (30–45 min):** NOT ME, **[Matt Eland](https://www.linkedin.com/in/matteland/)** * **Hands‑on Workshop (1 hour):** Practical exercises using GitHub Copilot * **SPECIAL GUEST** **(virtual)**: **[Andrea Griffiths](https://www.linkedin.com/in/acolombiadev/)** (Senior Developer Advocate at GitHub) ***Bring your laptop and expect to write some (AI-generated) code; this time!*** Food and drinks will be available. There will be a Pro+ Sweepstakes, and details on how to enter will be provided at the event. Microsoft will be raffling off 300 GitHub Copilot Pro+ codes at the end of Dev Days. How it works: * Attendees will enter the raffle by filling out an entry form provided at the event. * Codes will be raffled off at the end of the event series! **LOCATION:** 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 **FREE PARKING:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017

**We are expanding our creative programming opportunities with Queer Quills, a quiet writing and sharing space. Queer Quills features some prompts, supplies and friendly faces to help get some inspiration or feedback for your writing. Hope to see you there!**