Thursday, November 3, 2016

Events to Peep for the Weekend - 11.4 - 11.6

Put a little music in your soul, as acclaimed South African two-time Grammy nominated songwriter, guitarist, and producer, Jonathan Butler, takes to the stage at Blues Alley on Friday night for two electrifying shows. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets: $55. Blues Alley.1073 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20007. www.bluesalley.com

If you're feeling jazzy instead, no one will satisfy you better than world renowned supergroup, Incognito, when they're joined by the lady herself--Maysa--on Friday night at the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club for two shows. 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets: $60. Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club, 7719 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814. www.bethesdabluesjazz.com.

Calling all the ladies! Time to get in formation for WPGC's 17th annual For Sisters Only symposium on Saturday, where you'll enjoy cooking demonstrations, health workshops, and live entertainment from artists Tank, Jidenna, Lloyd, and Mario. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Tickets: $10. Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW, Washington, DC 20001. Search "For Sisters Only" on Eventbrite for tickets.

Looking for something hot and spicy on Saturday? Check out the North Capitol Main Street 2016 Chili Challenge, featuring chili entries from five local restaurants, while you enjoy beer from DC Brau, wine, music, and games for kids. 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Tickets: $15 adv-$20 door. Lot at North Capitol and Florida Avenue. Search "North Capitol Main" on Eventbrite for tickets.

On Sunday, take your palette on a culinary excursion when you savor brunch at Espita Mezcaleria, where you'll experience a mix of American brunch dishes with Mexican flair. Choose from chilaques, biscuits and eggs, several taco varieties and more. Newly added is a $29 prix fixe option for the table, as well as a $16 unlimited boozy brunch option. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Espita Mezcaleria. 1250 9th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001. www.espitadc.com

You saw the movie that introduced Will Smith to Hollywood. After brunch on Sunday, watch it come alive onstage as the production of "Six Degrees of Separation" makes its weekend debut at the Keegan Theater. 3 p.m. Tickets: $35-$45. Keegan Theater, 1742 Church Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036. www.keegantheatre.com

Looking Ahead: As the Free World awaits the announcement of its next leader, no need to bite your nails--or drink--alone. Head to The Park at Fourteenth on Tuesday for its Election Viewing Party. 5 p.m.-until. Register for free on Eventbrite. The Park at Fourteenth, 920 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005. www.park14.com.


Life's short. Be entertained. XO

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