Hooray For Books!, Lobster Special at Anchor Bar and Bottles at King Street Blues

A quick glance at what’s happening Wednesday, Sept. 4 in and around Old Town Alexandria:

Story Time — Children’s book store Hooray for Books! (1555 King St.) is offering a weekly story time Wednesdays at 4 p.m. for ages 3 to 6. Call 703-548-4092 for more information.

Consider the Lobster — On Wednesday nights, the Anchor Bar at The Fish Market (105 King St.) offers a 1-pound Maine lobster from 5 p.m. to close. Might I suggest pairing it with a 32-ounce schooner of your favorite beer? Go on. Consider it.

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. 

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.).

Discounted Wine — King Street Blues (112 N. Asaph St.) is offering half-priced bottles of wine on Wednesday. Enjoy some discounted Zinfandel with your Southern-inspired comfort food.