Documentary Screenings Near Me

F3 Watkin’ Warriors AO - Free Men’s Workout Group

Join us for a free, beginner-friendly, peer-led outdoor workout for men 18+ in Montgomery Village. This group was started to make no-cost fitness and genuine social connection easier for local men from different backgrounds. About six men now participate regularly, and we’re ready to welcome more. What makes F3 different: • Always free and open to men 18+ of every fitness level. • Peer-led and held outdoors, rain or shine. • We finish with a brief Circle of Trust—a chance to encourage one another and build up men in the community. Expect 45 minutes combining running, strength training, calisthenics, and HIIT-style bodyweight exercise, using available park equipment when appropriate. Modify as needed. Bring water; gloves are optional. F3 Nation: https://f3nation.com F3 The Capital: https://f3thecapital.com/ Message me at 401-330-6957 for details!

Profs & Pints Northern Virginia: Tom Paine’s Revolutions

[Profs and Pints Northern Virginia](https://www.profsandpints.com/washingtondc) presents: **“Tom Paine’s Revolutions,”** on a writer whose words inspired struggles for independence and ultimately left him alone, with Richard Bell, professor of history at the University of Maryland, College Park and author of the new book *The American Revolution and the Fate of the World.* [Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processing fees. Available at [https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/northern-virginia-thomas-paine](https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/northern-virginia-thomas-paine) .] When Thomas Paine died in June 1809, scarcely a dozen people showed up to bury him. His funeral took place on the 250-acre farm in Westchester County that the people of New York had given him in gratitude for his role in inspiring the American Revolution. The grave was neither remote nor difficult to reach. Yet not one political leader came to pay respects to a man whose words had once helped set a continent on fire. How did one of the American Revolution’s greatest celebrities end up dying virtually friendless and despised? Join Richard Bell, professor of history at the University of Maryland, for a dramatic look at the astonishing rise and spectacular fall of Thomas Paine, the impoverished English immigrant and former corset-maker who became one of the most electrifying political writers of his age. You’ll learn how Paine arrived in America with little money or status and, through sheer force of argument, found a language capable of turning revolutionary ideas into calls to action. Bell will explore the extraordinary success of Common Sense, the incendiary 46-page pamphlet that appeared in 1776, sold on a staggering scale, and helped persuade ordinary colonists that independence from Britain was not only possible but necessary. Then he’ll trace what happened when Paine kept pushing. Paine’s *Rights of Man,* published beginning in 1791, embraced the radical promise of the French Revolution and attacked inherited privilege and monarchy. His *Age of Reason*, first published in 1794, challenged organized religion while championing deism, reason, and free thought. The convictions that had once made Paine a revolutionary hero increasingly made him seem dangerous, offensive, and intolerable to the cautious new republic that had emerged from the revolution he helped ignite. Come learn how America’s most relatable revolutionary became one of its most notorious outcasts—and how a founding father once celebrated for saying what others would not ended up paying a devastating price for refusing to stop. (Doors: $17, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. The talk starts 30 minutes later.) Image: A statue of Thomas Paine in Thetford, England (Photo by Richard Croft / Wikimedia Commons.)

"The Seoul Guardians" - Special Documentary Screening + Director Q&A

Profs & Pints Northern Virginia: Forgeries Throughout History

[Profs and Pints Northern Virginia](https://www.profsandpints.com/washingtondc) presents: **“Forgeries Throughout History,”** on famous fakes and their real impact, with Vanessa R. Corcoran, Catholic Church and medieval historian and director of Catholic Studies at Georgetown University. [Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processing fees. Available at [https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-forgeries-throughout-history](https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-forgeries-throughout-history) .] Today people often discuss fraud and forgery as if they are uniquely modern problems—the products of the internet, artificial intelligence, and the rise of deepfakes. But the impulse to deceive by fabricating evidence, identities, or images is far older than any digital technology. Moreover, even those who did not get away with it for long sometimes altered the course of history with their trickery. Learn in depth about such deceptions during an evening of mythmaking and myth-busting with Dr. Vanessa R. Corcoran, previously has given excellent Profs and Pints on Catholic history and culture and the 2025 papal conclave. She’ll walk you through a series of forgeries tied to the Crusades, the Catholic Church, and the Byzantine Empire, especially focusing on fakery that confounded the medieval world. You’ll learn about cases involving forged documents, imitated signatures, counterfeited money, bogus works of art, and imposters in disguise. We’ll look at how Roman artists in antiquity created sculptures that they attempted to pass off as Greek works to increase marketability. (Even Michelangelo was guilty of trying to disguise one of his sculptures as a work from the classical era.) Later on, Dutch painter Han Van Meegeren created numerous forgeries of Vermeer’s paintings, ultimately getting convicted of fraud and forgery. Among acts of deception that changed the course of history was a medieval forgery titled “The Donation of Constantine,” which as of the late 700s was used to buttress claims that the fourth-century Byzantine Emperor Constantine I had transferred authority over Rome to the Pope. It was viewed as authentic until fifteenth-century Renaissance humanist Lorenzo Valla debunked it as created centuries after Constantine died. A popular legend in the Catholic Church held that a woman later known as “Pope Joan” disguised herself as a man and ruled as “popess” in the ninth century. That narrative, largely debunked by modern historians, was treated by medieval chronicles as credible and used to buttress arguments that women should be ordained as priests. Among other cases we’ll examine include the Shroud of Turin, purported to be the burial shroud of Jesus of Nazareth, which was denounced as forgery as early as 1389 but remains venerated as a relic by some believers. Dr. Corcoran’s talk will offer an important lens for understanding the challenges and stakes of today’s debates over AI-generated fakery. You’ll walk away with an appreciation of how every generation has had to learn, often painfully, how to distinguish what merely looks authentic from what actually is. (Doors: $17, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. The talk starts 30 minutes later.) Image: Customers at a 1984 art and antiques fair examine a Han van Meegeren fake of a Vermeer. (Photo by Rob C. Croes, National Archives of the Netherlands.)

DC Documentary Club: I Like Killing Flies (2004)

This month's theme as voted by our members is FOOD! The votes are in and we're watching.... * I Like Killing Flies (2004) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShIrHntFY_Y Available for free on Kanopy or for rent on YouTube, AppleTV and Prime. *Make sure to watch the film ahead of time* and come prepared to discuss. All films are available for free on Kanopy. We will not be screening the film at the meeting! FYI - the free version of MeetUp limits me to 10 RSVPS, but if you're #1-5 on the waitlist please feel free to join us anyway. What to expect the day of: * Please try to arrive on time * Meet new friends over some drinks & snacks * The host will lay some group rules and facilitate our discussion * Leave with some new insights and new friends!

Meetup on Orient Express. Autumn in Paris Venice Prague Vienna Budapest Istanbul

The Orient Express. . . you heard about it many times. The romance, the mystery, the adventure! Of course - the opulence too! ***While the original Orient Express train is now part of history, our journey revives its spirit—crossing Europe from Paris to Istanbul, echoing the legendary route that once defined luxury rail travel.*** This experience brings back the magic of the rails—without the inflated cost of old-world extravagance. Instead, we focus on service, comfort, and contemporary refinement, blending iconic train travel with thoughtfully curated experiences. We retrace the route of the original Orient Express using a mix of **modern night trains, high-speed day trains, and select short flights**, creating a seamless and unforgettable journey. Our route takes us to: Paris → Venice → Vienna → Prague → Budapest → Istanbul Included: * Train transportation between 4 cities. * 2 nights on an actual night train with sleeping compartment * Air transportation Paris / Venice and Budapest / Istanbul * 11 nights in First Class hotels with best central locations * Daily breakfast + select lunches and dinners * All transfers (hotels, train stations, airports) * Guided tours in every city * Entrances to many museums. * And more thoughtful touches throughout the journey We travel as a group, and also have the flexibility of hop-on, hop-off tours and museum passes with "skip the line" so you can enjoy complete independence. The trip is designed for curious, like-minded travelers who value both freedom and shared experiences. It is all included in the price! You are free to do your own thing, cater to your special interests, visit other sights and locations in the cities, while still being guided and helped with all the arrangements. A balance of independence when you want it and being included in all group activities when you prefer it. The idea is: come alone, meet new like-minded people and make lifelong memories . . . without being stuck with the "one size fits all" tour formula. Here is a basic thumbnail: · **Paris – 3 nights** Evening flight to Venice · **Venice – 1 night** Night train to Vienna · **Vienna – 1 night** Evening train to Prague · **Prague – 2 nights** Night train to Budapest · **Budapest – 1 night** Evening flight to Istanbul · **Istanbul – 3 nights**. Sleeper Cabins on the trains and First Class centrally located hotels in each city. ***What was The Orient Express?*** *It was long-distance passenger train service that began in 1883 with the original endpoints being Paris to Istanbul. The original name became synonymous with intrigue and was a showcase of luxury with comfort at a time when traveling was still rough and dangerous.* *In Istanbul the Pera Palace Hotel, built in 1892, was the accommodation at the terminus. And we are staying in it!* ***The original Orient Express ceased operation in 1977 and we are not using the original old train. It no longer exists.*** EVERY aspect of this trip is epic. * Visit picturesque and storied cities. * Enjoy trains and experience the enchantment of the rails. * In the end you will have visited 6 countries: France, Italy, Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary and Turkey! **The tour starts in Paris on Sep 20 and ends in Istanbul on Oct 03.** ***$5490 total cost per person, double occupancy.*** ***$7090 total cost for solo occupancy.*** PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE AIRFARE. This allows for your flexibility and convenience. We are happy to give you an airfare quote. **To attend: $500 deposit. [CLICK HERE for a Secure Deposit Link](https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/FXWZ8KNQ95EFJ)** Your Deposit is Fully refundable to 90 days before the event (less any PayPal fees). Final payment due 60 days before departure. [CLICK HERE](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8) To receive detailed itinerary and inclusions. [CLICK HERE ](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/281542406/)for the main link for this event RSVP there to get notice on any conversations or discussions. AND/OR if you have questions? [CLICK HERE](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062) to Direct Message to Anna [CLICK HERE](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881) to Direct Message to Marc AND/OR We do a[ ](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/284794370/)**[Zoom Q & A ( CLICK HERE to RSVP on the Q& A zoom)](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/287318466/).** Come to the zoom, ask any questions and meet other attendees. Great way to get the info you want without all the other fluff. We believe in good decent social. We have a set of sister groups we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events too. [CLICK HERE](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/events/)[ ](https://www.meetup.com/ccccc-c/)to see all our other fun and social meetup events. SOT 200318-10 ***Live the adventure instead of only dreaming it!***

Happy Hour - DC Creative Collective for Film, TV, Theater Enthusiast

Join us for the inaugural gathering of the DC Creative Collective for Film, TV, and Theater — a welcoming space for filmmakers, writers, actors, and creative enthusiasts across the DMV to connect and create together. This first meetup will be an introduction to the collective’s vision, followed by networking, artist introductions, and an open discussion where members can share their creative interests, experience levels, and the kinds of projects they hope to collaborate on. We will also host a casual table read and idea exchange, giving participants a chance to hear scripts, workshop concepts, and meet potential collaborators for future productions. Whether you are experienced in the industry or just beginning your creative journey, come ready to build community, share stories, and help shape a collaborative artistic home where ideas move from imagination to stage and screen.

VSDC Joins Greenfare for Comedy and Dinner: Myq Kaplan, Vegan Comedian

Please join the Veg Society of DC for Myq Kaplan, a vegan comedian, at GreenFare! Arrive by 6 pm and order no later than 6:30 pm to enjoy a GreenFare dinner. You can [preview GreenFare's menu](https://greenfare.com/all-day/). The show starts at 7. The $25 ticket price does not include dinner and tickets MUST be purchased in advance. Please RSVP here, too, so we know how many to expect with the VSDC group. **[Purchase a $25 ticket here](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/comedy-and-dinner-myq-kaplan-vegan-comedian-returns-tickets-1991108666621?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** **Back by popular demand: Myq Kaplan** is a comedian named Myq Kaplan (pronounced “Mike”). He is a 2010 Last Comic Standing Finalist and has appeared on the **Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien, the Late Show with David Letterman, Comedy Central Presents**, and all the other places he’s been. You can listen to Myq’s podcast, [Hang Out With Me](http://www.keithandthegirl.com/hang-out-with-me "http://www.keithandthegirl.com/hang-out-with-me"), on the Keith and The Girl network. His debut CD, [Vegan Mind Meld](https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/vegan-mind-meld-live-at-comix!/id362149059 "https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/vegan-mind-meld-live-at-comix!/id362149059"), was one of **iTunes’ top ten best-selling comedy albums in 2010, followed by [Meat Robot](https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/meat-robot/id655976916 "https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/meat-robot/id655976916") in 2013 and his one-hour Netflix special Small Dork and Handsome in 2014** now on Amazon and his latest release is No Kidding. The Comedians magazine calls him “a comedy machine, in the best possible way. the way that some machines vend soda or prevent other machines from killing future revolutionaries – that’s how Myq Kaplan does comedy: relentlessly, methodically, unblinkingly.” Enjoy reading, watching, listening, thinking, laughing, and whatever else you’re doing. Or not doing. You’re an autonomous being. Have fun… **Transportation** Ample parking is available in the shopping center lot. You can also get a bus from the Reston, Wiehle, or Herndon Metro stations. Rides may be available from attendees with cars, so please communicate needs/availability in the comments below and chat on this event page. Of course, be safe when providing personal contact information in any public forum and accepting rides from individuals you don't know. **Update Your RSVP** Please update your RSVP promptly as your schedule changes out of respect for the restaurant and others interested in attending this limited-space event. **VSDC: More Than A Meetup** We are delighted to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we look forward to seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](https://vsdc.org/%20) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits? With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle. The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Join today](https://vsdc.org/membership/)! **Ways to Stay In Touch with Us** Thank you for being part of our Meetup presence and bringing like-minded people together. We invite you to: * Become a [VSDC member](https://vsdc.org/membership/) to save money at area restaurants and support us in being a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle. * Sign up for our[ monthly e-newsletter](https://vsdc.org/about/newsletter/) to hear more about our activities. * Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/vegsocietydc/) or [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/vegsocietydc/) to engage with us. **Interested in Volunteering with VSDC?** VSDC offers many events each month, thanks to the dedication of our event planning team. Would you consider volunteering? To learn more and get started, [please visit our website](https://vsdc.org/volunteer/). **Only Vegan Food, Please** While VSDC welcomes people wherever they are on the path to an all-plant, vegan diet and lifestyle, it is our policy that only vegan food be served and consumed at our events. If you would like to [explore a vegan diet or get support in making lifestyle changes, consider these resources](https://vsdc.org/exploringvegan/). **Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct** When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC's Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies - VSDC - Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/). **VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

Profs & Pints Northern Virginia: Virginia, Commonwealth of Horror

[Profs and Pints Northern Virginia](https://www.profsandpints.com/washingtondc) presents: **“Virginia, Commonwealth of Horror,”** on terrifying tales rooted in the Old Dominion, with Joshua Barton, lecturer in English at Virginia Commonwealth University and scholar of horror. [Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processing fees. Available at [https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-woodbooger](https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-woodbooger) .] Virginia is for lovers of a good fright. It boasts one of the richest horror folklore traditions in America, ranging from colonial tales of witchcraft all over the state to the modern legend of Fairfax County’s Bunny Man. Every whisper of a shadowed plantation, every account of a witch trial, and every rumor of a cryptid said to lurk in the Blue Ridge Mountains offers a window into the Commonwealth’s history, cultural anxieties, and evolving identity. Join Joshua Barton, whose fantastic talks on horror have earned him a devoted following among Profs and Pints fans, as he takes us through decades of Old Dominion horror lore, tracing how supernatural tales and gothic traditions evolved alongside the nation itself. We'll explore how early colonial fears of the untamed wilderness transformed into antebellum gothic fiction, ghost stories, and, ultimately, into the bizarre suburban legends of the modern era. We’ll look at tales of Grace Sherwood (the “Witch of Pungo”), the Richmond Vampire, and Virginia’s very own Bigfoot, the Woodbooger. Along the way, Barton will discuss why some dark legends endure in popular culture for centuries while others vanish entirely. He’ll explain how these stories reflect Virginia’s real-world historical shifts, local folklore, and literary imagination. You’ll come to understand how these tales highlight what makes Virginia unique, both culturally and in its storytelling traditions. (Doors: $17, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. The talk starts 30 minutes later.) Image: Richmond’s Hollywood Cemetery, where the mausoleum of W. W. Pool is said to hold the Richmond Vampire (Photo by Mr. Johnson / Wikimedia Commons).

BreadBreakers Monthly Dinner: Community Across Divides

**In a time of division and isolation, come be part of the community that's rebuilding the town square, one table at a time.** In BreadBreakers, we use the common space of the dining table to have conversations where neighbors can **hear, be heard, and know one another.** If you're hungry for good conversation and deeper community, join us for a Community Dinner in Reston and help blaze the trail to a healthier, more connected society and democracy. Here’s how it works: For just two hours, multiple tables of people set aside the need to "win" and instead focus on sharing, listening, and connecting. Guided by experienced table hosts, we'll tell our stories, try to understand each other, and practice being in community with those with different views or backgrounds. **At this dinner, participants will get to choose between three different topics, including some current events.** Topics range from the political, to the "slice of life", to the spiritual, to the philosophical, to the off-the-wall - but no matter which table you choose to sit at, you can be sure it'll be like no dinner conversation you've had before! You can also **suggest a topic** by emailing us at BreadBreakersInfo@gmail.com. Food will be provided for free. For those who wish to provide a donation to help fund BreadBreakers, you can [give here](https://pushpay.com/g/restorationrestonumc?fnd=pO6G-N7oO7FH7Mp1u-x6mA&fndv=Lock&r=No&lang=en&src=pcgl) or at the event. We'll have vegetarian and gluten-free options available. If you have any additional dietary restrictions (Celiac Disease, vegan, etc.) please let us know at BreadBreakersInfo@gmail.com so that we can implement the appropriate food handling procedures. **Join us, invite a friend, and be a part of the movement to mend our fractured society and normalize a better way of talking with one another.** BreadBreakers, an initiative by [Restoration United Methodist Church](https://restorationreston.org/breadbreakers) in Reston, VA, is a religiously pluralistic community. We are a collaboration between people of all faiths and stripes. Our leadership, volunteer team, and community include people who attend Restoration and people who don't.

VSDC Gathering at 2:15 pm at Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary Open House

The [Poplar Spring](https://www.animalsanctuary.org/) Annual Open House and Fundraiser is being held on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 1 to 4 pm Join [VSDC](www.vsdc.org) and hundreds of people for the Open House, featuring a live band, catered vegan food and drinks, and a chance to stroll around and visit the rescued animals. Again, there is no admission fee, but donations (of any amount) to Poplar Spring are very much appreciated. For further information, see their [website](https://www.animalsanctuary.org/events/annual-events/). **Our group will meet at 2:15 pm to the right of the small gift shop structure to connect and hear from Terry Cummings, the co-founder, who will provide an overview of Poplar Spring and its residents. After that, we can enjoy a late lunch and visit with the animals.** Bring a chair, a hat, a water bottle, and anything else you need for this outdoor event. If you want to offer a ride to others or are looking for a ride to this event, please use the "Start the conversation" comments section below to connect. Please use good sense when arranging rides with those you don't know. **VSDC: More Than A Meetup** We are delighted to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we look forward to seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](https://vsdc.org/%20) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits? With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle. The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Join today](https://vsdc.org/membership/)! **Ways to Stay In Touch with Us** Thank you for being part of our Meetup presence and bringing like-minded people together. We invite you to: · Become a [VSDC member](https://vsdc.org/membership/) to save money at area restaurants and support us in being a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle. · Sign up for our[ monthly e-newsletter](https://vsdc.org/about/newsletter/) to hear more about our activities. · Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/vegsocietydc/) or [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/vegsocietydc/) to engage with us. **Interested in Volunteering with VSDC?** VSDC offers many events each month, thanks to our dedicated event planning team. Would you consider volunteering? To learn more and get started, [please visit our website](https://vsdc.org/volunteer/). **Only Vegan Food, Please** While VSDC welcomes people wherever they are on the path to an all-plant, vegan diet and lifestyle, it is our policy that only vegan food be served and consumed at our events. If you would like to [explore a vegan diet or get support in making lifestyle changes, consider these resources](https://vsdc.org/exploringvegan/). **Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct** When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC's Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies - VSDC - Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/). **VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, Udvar-Hazy Center Star Party

Members of the public are invited to view the wonders of the universe through the telescopes of NOVAC volunteers at the Smithsonian's Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA. You do not need to be a member of the club or own any astronomical equipment to attend. Telescopes will be provided by the Smithsonian and pre-approved members of the NOVAC. No other personal telescopes are permitted at the event. The event will take place on the bus parking lot of the museum. **Please park your vehicle at the south end of the main visitors lot and follow signs and red lights to the observing site. As a reminder, parking during the event is free.** Have a cosmic question? One of NOVAC's astronomers or museum staff will be happy to help you. As the sky gets dark, be prepared to enjoy the wonders of the night sky! Don't forget to dress warmly. Please check the weather forecast. For lighting, cover a flashlight in red cellophane (the darker the better). Bring along water to keep hydrated. Note: This outdoor event is weather-dependent and may be cancelled because of significant cloud cover or precipitation.