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Around Town: May 6-8

TGIF! … because we have an awesome variety of events at our non-profits this weekend:

Friday, May 6

7:30 PM — Tonight marks the 3rd Annual Hunks with Heart event to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Washington. Live jazz, good food, and laughter all guaranteed!

7:30 PM — THEARC Theater and The Jazz Touring Network present a special evening with the Javon Jackson band and an opening-act by Shana Tucker. Tickets are only $10 (really!) and available here.

8:00 PM — At Dance Place, Gesel Mason’s “Women, Sex, & Desire” tackles the struggle, humor and pleasure we encounter as sexual beings. You can also catch it at 7:00 PM on Saturday.

Saturday, May 7

9:30 AM — Interested in becoming a basic literacy tutor and making a difference in Northern Virginia? The Literacy Council has its first of three May training sessions today. Register in advance here.

9:30 AM — Enjoy the spring weather for a cause! DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy hosts the 2nd Annual Take a Step to Prevent Teen Pregnancy Walk and Rally, starting at 11th & Mass Ave NW.

10:00 AM — It’s the annual Community Computer Day at Byte Back! Take your pick from one of 28 short workshops on computer-related topics and stop by the barbecue (plus moonbounce!) at 815 Monroe Street NE until 5:00 PM.

Sunday, May 8

1:00 PM — Two great ensembles join forces for “Spring Fling with American Youth Concert Orchestra and String Ensemble” at the American Youth Philharmonic in Alexandria. Nab tickets beforehand or at the door.

5:00 PM — In “Symphony Stories,” explore the influence of art and stories on classical music at the Atlas Performing Arts Center with the Capital City Symphony. Tickets right … here!

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