Union Market District's Holiday Gift Guide is back! Shop 50+ gift ideas for everyone on your list that are as unique as our neighborhood's independently-owned shops + eateries. | | | Break a sweat and support DC nonprofit at the same time! Come for a FREE HIIT-meets-sports conditioning session in support of The Young Kings, Inc and Girls Global Academy, two local organizations that help children of DC learn, lead and succeed. All proceeds will be donated to the organizations. Sign up and donate here! SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 • 10 AM THE ROOFTOP AT UNION MARKET, 1309 5TH ST NE | | | Nalls Farm Market, family owned and operated for more than 60 years, is back on Neal Place at Union Market this year. Shop Christmas trees, garland and more. NOVEMBER 25 – DECEMBER 18 UNION MARKET, 1309 5TH ST NE | | Learn to make your own winter wreath with Anna Johnston, owner of Jungle & Loom. All materials are provided and tickets include a specialty cocktail crafted by Buffalo & Bergen. Space is limited, register now! THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1 UNION MARKET, 1309 5TH ST NE | | | Mark your calendars! Join the Creamery for holiday gingerbread decorating. Bring the kiddos or your friends to a festive evening of sweets and fun. Gingerbread, frosting and decorations will be provided. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2 • 4-8 PM UNION MARKET, 1309 5TH ST NE | | | Join Sip & Script + peach & paperie at La Cosecha to learn something new! This class includes a beginner's calligraphy kit which is yours to keep. Pro tip: come early to check in, then grab a drink and food to enjoy during class. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6 LA COSECHA, 1280 4TH ST NE | | | The Museum for Black Girls, an interactive, multi-room art installation dedicated to educating and illustrating the Black female experience is now open! A fully immersive museum experience for girls and women of all ages. Grab your crew and plan your next outing! OPEN TUESDAY-SUNDAY THE MUSEUM FOR BLACK GIRLS, 1256 4TH ST NE | | | Byrdland is celebrating Record Store Black Friday all day with tons of great releases and other festivities. We recommend grabbing an appointment between 9-11 AM after which doors open to the public; the appointment fee will be credited toward your purchase. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25 • 9-11 AM BYRDLAND RECORDS, 1264 5TH ST NE | | | DC Fray is celebrating an eclectic mix of D.C. artists in partnership with Byrdland Records. DJ Bo and DJ K-Meta of Everything Nice will set the mood, Synae will open, and Footwerk and Cat Janice will headline. Register here. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 • 6:30-9:30 PM AUTOSHOP, 416 Morse ST, NE | | | ¡Bailamos! Join Baila DC this Thursday for a monthly social with a beginner salsa class at 7 PM (no partner necessary) followed by social dancing from 8-11 PM. No experience is necessary. Get your tickets now! THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17 • 7-11 PM LA COSECHA, 1280 4TH ST NE | | | | ¡Bailamos! Dance with us on Saturday nights through November to a live set by some of DC's hottest DJs. Bring your crew and indulge in cocktails and your favorite foods from La Cosecha. Free event; open to 21+. Plus, get a sneak peek of Mezcalero, chef Alfredo Solis' new restaurant inside La Cosecha. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 + 26 • 8-11 PM LA COSECHA, 1280 4TH ST NE | | | | |