Not So Stir-Crazy Radar: 7.13-7.19

As restrictions continue to loosen or lift entirely around the District, there are actual live events for you to enjoy alongside regularly scheduled online programming – from outdoor plays to online book talks. Without further ado, let’s dive into this week’s iteration of Not So Stir-Crazy Radar.

Updated since time of publishing.

Week of 7.13-7.19:

7.13

Busboys On Live
Busboys and Poets has long been a space where the community can gather together for live events, along with a good meal. Busboys On Live, their virtual open mic and poetry slam, will continue to be held online until they can provide the experience in person safely. 8-10 p.m. Free. @busboysandpoets // www.busboysandpoets.com

7.14

Angel Olsen’s Cosmic Stream 2
Musician Angel Olsen is hosting the second iteration of her livestream concert Cosmic Stream. This time, Olsen will be joined by Hand Habits for the online concert experience. 9 p.m. Tickets $15-35. @angelolsenmusic // www.noonchorus.com

Colin Jost at Sixth & I
Sixth & I will be hosting one of SNL’s head writers, Colin Jost, in conversation with Andrew Yang for an online talk on Jost’s new memoir, A Very Punchable Face. Get tickets to this limited-access program before it sells out. 7 p.m. Tickets $10, $32 includes a signed copy of the book. @sixthandi // www.sixthandi.org

DC Fray Trivia
DC Fray has more online trivia lined up this month, this time with some new themes. Log in on July 14 to prove your knowledge of all things zombie. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $9. @dcfray // www.dcfray.com

#GenGeo Careers in Exploration
National Geographic is bringing the exploration to you. In their ongoing Explorer Classroom series, join award-winning photographer, conservationist, mountaineer and storyteller Gab Mejia and host and Young Explorer Sahar Mohammadzadeh in conversation. Mejia and Mohammadzadeh will discuss Mejia’s career, conservation work and exploring the planet with National Geographic. Register online for your link to the discussion. 2 p.m. Free. @insidenatgeo // www.nationalgeographic.org

Profs + Pints Online: Women + the French Revolution
Profs and Pints brings college faculty members and lovers of education into bars, cafés and other off-campus venues to discuss ranging intellectual topics. Now, Profs and Pints is taking the conversation online. Join for “Women and the French Revolution,” a discussion on feminism’s role and rise in France’s transformative war hosted by Amy Leonard, associate professor of history at Georgetown University. 7 p.m. Tickets $12. @profsandpints // www.profsandpints.com

7.15-9.15

Twilight Golf League
Make your game of golf even better by joining a twilight golf league with the Twilight Golf Association. Teams of four will play nine holes each week for a 10-week season beginning July 15. All skill levels welcome. Tee times 5-6 p.m. League entry $49, $20 walking round, $30 round with cart. Northwest Golf Course: 15711 Layhill Rd. Silver Spring, MD; www.twilightgolfassociation.com

7.15

Wednesday Yoga
Join the D.C. Public Library every Wednesday through August 27 for a midday break of relaxation. Unwind and reset for 30 minutes with the D.C. Public Library and Yoga District Wednesdays at noon starting July 15. All skill levels welcome. @yogadistrict // www.yogadistrict.com; @dcpubliclibrary // www.dclibrary.org

7.16

Aminatou Sow + Ann Friedman at Sixth & I
Aminatou Sow and Ann Friedman, hosts of the popular podcast “Call Your Girlfriend,” are joining New York Times bestselling author Mari Andrew and Sixth & I for a night to talk about relationships and what they really mean.  7 p.m. Tickets $10, $31 includes a signed copy of the book. Free for those in financial need. @sixthandi // www.sixthandi.org

Digital Speed Dating
Beat the struggles of isolation by connecting with others through shared experiences and fun icebreakers set up by DC Fray at their digital speed dating. Maybe you’ll find the one, or just someone to re-binge Tiger King with you. One night includes five virtual dates. 7 p.m. $14.  @dcfray // www.dcfray.com

Virtual Explorer Trivia Night
National Geographic and District Trivia have partnered to bring you a night of fun, free trivia. National Geographic Explorers Ami Vitale and Rue Mapp will be present to tell stories of their work before you answer NatGeo-inspired questions. 7-7:45 p.m. Free, registration required. @insidenatgeo // www.nationalgeographic.org

7.17

Art Chat: Boundaries
The National Museum of Women in the Arts is hosting weekly 30-minute online art chats. The “Boundaries” chat will address how boundaries – real and imagined – impact us all. 5 p.m. Free. @womeninthearts // www.nmwa.com

Reel Classics
The Willard InterContinental is hosting Reel Classics every Friday this month, including a three-course meal, unlimited beer and wine, a complimentary welcome cocktail, and a classic film played for you in the transformed Grand Ballroom. Masks will be required as this is an indoor event. Rocky is featured on July 17. 7 p.m. Tickets $100. The Willard InterContinental: 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, DC; www.washington.intercontinental.com

7.19

Cruise on the Potomac
Take in the sights of D.C. from the water. Enjoy smooth sailing as you pass major attractions such as the Kennedy Center, Theodore Roosevelt Island, the Key Bridge and more. Take advantage of the $3 margarita specials to beat the heat! Masks required. Boat boards at 11:45 a.m., leaves at noon. Tickets $30. Georgetown Harbour: 3050 K St. NW, DC; www.thingstododc.com

DC Design Tours: Columbia Heights + Adams Morgan
Dive into some of D.C.’s most beautiful neighborhoods with an in-depth tour by DC Design. As you walk through the area, learn all about D.C.’s socialites, civil rights activists, castles, embassies, temples and more. Bring comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water. 2 p.m. Tickets $20-35. Meet at Meridian Hill Park: 1559 W St. NW, DC; www.dcdesigntours.com

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