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Meet local, award-winning authors, listen to select readings, enjoy interactive and engaging activities for the family and shop thousands of gently-used books (for all ages) on sale for $6 or less, at this special edition of Capital Book Fest.

Authors include: Fred Bowen, Caroline Brewer, Joy Jones, Nancy Johnson James, Karen Leggett, Sushmita Mazumdar, Susan Stockdale, Tricia Elam Walker

Enjoy:

• Hands-On Activites

• Food & Entertainment

• Double Dutch by DC Retro Jumpers

• Illustration Workshops

• Book-making

• Book Sale

The series kicks off on May 3 and continues through October on every first Wednesday of the month from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Locals and passersby can shop and explore a curated selection of items by the areas most talented creatives, including everything from jewelry, paintings, candles, custom designed items, home goods, and more.

Capital Arts Collective aims to celebrate and support the local art scene. RRBITC is excited to welcome homegrown artisans to Wilson Plaza, with plenty of seating and eateries it’s the perfect place, for art enthusiasts of all ages, to grab lunch, browse and shop from the best creators in the DMV area.

Over the course of 60 years, and through four name changes and two physical moves, the National Intelligence University has educated the nation’s intelligence leaders. More than 7,000 students have graduated from the University and its predecessor School and College to help protect the nation and preserve its prosperity. This anniversary commemoration is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the University’s history, its alumni, its graduating members of the Class of 2023, and the University’s bright future.

The program will include welcoming remarks from the National Intelligence University President, a distinguished keynote address, and the presentation of academic awards earned by the Class of 2023.

Registration for this event is by INVITE ONLY.