A D.C.-based dance/electronica band, Ra Ra Rasputin makes its debut at Strathmore as part of the venue’s Friday Night Eclectic party, where you can take in art and live music while imbibing cocktails. Friday, Feb. 4, at 8 p.m. The Mansion at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. Tickets are $12. Call 301-581-5100 or visit strathmore.org.






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McLean Community Center 1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, Va. 703-790-0123 mcleancenter.org
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815 V St. NW 202-265-0930 930.com
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