Zadie Smith discusses her work at 7 p.m. at Sixth & I Historic Synagogue, 600 I St. NW. $27 admission includes book. sixthandi.org. (202) 408-3100.
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All-over-the-place jazz Renaissance men Thiefs touch down at La Maison Francaise this evening. 7:30 p.m. at 4101 Reservoir Road NW. $25; $15 for students.
Annual showcase VelocityDC has become a one-stop-shop for local dance, and it all starts tonight at Sidney Harman Hall. Drop by this evening to see short performances from Suzanne Farrell Ballet, Company | E, Step Afrika!, and plenty of others. Tickets, as usual, are affordable. 8 p.m. at 6th and F streets NW. $18. Runs to Oct. 21.
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