Holiday shopping, demystified, with Uncorked host Bethanne Patrick, a local critic and author who tweets at @TheBookMaven. Patrick will provide books-as-gifts suggestions for many of your toughest recipients — including your nephew who claims to hate reading, your best friend who’s read everything, and your picky brother-in-law. Come forget your overpacked schedule, drink a glass of delicious wine or warm cider, and hear about the great books to give this season (and maybe get for yourself, while you’re at it).

This event is free to attend with no reservation required. Seating is available on a first come, first served basis.

At the Den at Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, DC. Click here for info.