The Memory Palace

The Memory Palace tells short, surprising stories from the dustier corners of American history, set to music. They’re sometimes heartbreaking, sometimes hysterical, and often a bit of both.

Daniel Pink

In Conversation with Shankar Vedantam

In When, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Drive and To Sell is Human unlocks the scientific secrets to good timing to help you flourish at work, at school, and at home.

Ta-Nehisi Coates

In Conversation with Alex Wagner

In We Were Eight Years in Power, the national correspondent for The Atlantic and National Book Award winner examines the unprecedented election of President Obama and the shadow of our nation’s old and unreconciled history.

Friend Request

For women in their 20s and 30s

Connect with other women in their 20s and 30s at our 9th annual speed-friend-making event.

Michael Wolff

In Conversation with Jonathan Capehart

In Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House, Wolff, an award-winning journalist, presents an account of the first year of the Trump administration.

CANCELED: Benjamin Clementine

The acclaimed British singer-songwriter performs from his latest album, I Tell a Fly, which he wrote, recorded, and produced.

Work in Progress: Women in Media

Conversation and Networking

CNN reporter Hadas Gold, Washington Post columnist Alexandra Petri, and NPR Morning Edition producer Ashley Westerman share key insights gained by working in media.

Sacred Sex

For women in their 20s and 30s

Rebecca Hassell, who facilitates a monthly women’s sex discussion group at the Lemon Collective, and Rabbi Suzy lead an interactive conversation about what ancient texts have to say about the practice and spirituality of sex and how this relates to women’s contemporary experiences in the bedroom.

Bullets into Bells: Poets & Citizens Respond to Gun Violence

With Senator Chris Murphy

Bullets into Bells is a powerful call to end gun violence in America. The anthology’s editors and contributors, as well as those working to prevent gun violence in DC, share readings and reflections, followed by a panel conversation with Senator Chris Murphy.

Shakshuka Shack Pop Up Dinner

Come get a tasty sneak peak of Shakshuka Shack, a new DC restaurant featuring Middle Eastern comfort food expected to open in 2018! You’ll enjoy a delicious three-course shakshuka extravaganza, giving you a sophisticated twist on the beloved classic dish.