Open Mic at 219, Jewelry Making and Trivia

It's quite busy here in Patchland, so let's cut to the chase. Here are 5 Things for your Wednesday in and around Old Town Alexandria:

Open Mic Night — Did you know your neighbor can play a mean guitar? Find out at 8:30 tonight at 219 Restaurant (219 King St.) for open mic night. 

Jewelry Making — The Potomac Bead Company (1104 King St.) hosts a jewelry making class from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission runs between $18 and $25. 

Trivia — T.J. Stones (608 Montgomery St.) hosts trivia night beginning at 6:30 p.m. Check out the beer list. Trust me. If you’re looking to stay up a little later, trivia begins at 9 p.m. at O’Connell’s (112 King St.).

Scottish Country Dancing — You know you want to try it. Learn the basic steps at this $5 workshop at Durant Center (1605 Cameron St.) beginning at 8 p.m. For more information and recommendations on what to wear on your feet, visit the calendar listing on the Alexandria Convention and Visitors Association website.

Feeling Moody? — Moody Blues front man Justin Hayward visits The Birchmere (3701 Mount Vernon Ave.) at 7:30 p.m. with Mike Dawes. Box office opens at 5 p.m. Tickets run $65 plus ticketing fees.