Azalea Collection Tour: Hear about new varieties, expert growing tips, and see thousands of blooms. [5 p.m. U.S. National Arboretum, Bladensburg Rd. and R St. NE]
Recommended Stories
Do the Right Thing: A film by director Spike Lee about a tension-filled neighborhood in Brooklyn. [6:30 p.m. Goethe-Institut, 812 7th St. NW]
Environmental Challenges: Barry Hill from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency gives an update. [1 p.m. Library of Congress, 101 Independence Ave. SE]
United States Capitol: An exterior walking tour with history, trivia, and more. [10 a.m. Capitol Hill, 200 Maryland Ave. NE]
Taking Shape: An exhibit of ceramics and how they are made and used in Southeast Asia. [10 a.m. Sackler Gallery, 1050 Independence Ave. SW]
Calvin Jones Big Band Jazz Festival: The finest jazz talent from local universities performs. [8 p.m. University of D.C. 4200 Connecticut Ave. NW]
Poetry Out Loud: The national finals of the spoken word competition. [7 p.m. Lisner Auditorium, 730 21st St. NW]
Reza Aslan: Author of “How to Win a Cosmic War” talks about solving religious conflict. [7 p.m. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW]
Underground scene
Moonalice: All-star supergroup with Jack Casady, Ann McNamee, Barry Sless, and more. [8:30 p.m. Iota Club, 2832 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, Va.]
Inevitable Backlash: A rock band from Los Angeles featuring John Renton performs. [9 p.m. The Red and the Black, 1212 H St. NE]
The Greencards: Bubbly bluegrass pop band performs alternative country. [8 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 231 E. Maple Ave. Vienna, Va.]