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Armand Ntep's Bantuphonic Sound Meets Memphis Gold at the Afrika Festival

Cameroonian-born vocalist Armand Ntep joins blues legend Memphis Gold at the Afrika Festival on September 19 for a free celebration of African and blues traditions.

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Bethesda Tue. Sep 8 2026

Rejuvenate, Dine, Create: The Perfect Bethesda Wellness Flow

Cultural DMV presents the ultimate wellness flow in Bethesda—salt cave therapy, Levantine cuisine, and hands-on creativity at KID Museum—all within a 20-minute stroll.

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Rejuvenate, Dine, Create: The Perfect Bethesda Wellness Flow

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Takoma Park Weather: Wednesday September 9

High: 91°

Low: 67°

Wind: 7 MPH SSW

Chance of rain: 5%

Overcast, with a high of 91 and low of 67 degrees. Partly Cloudy during the morning, sunny in the afternoon, clear for the evening, overcast overnight.

Takoma Park Mon. Sep 7 2026

Our Favorite Picks this Week in the DMV: What's Happening Today, Thursday, and Beyond

Check out our community calendar to find out what's happening this week.

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Our Favorite Picks this Week in the DMV: What's Happening Today, Thursday, and Beyond

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Armand Ntep's Bantuphonic Sound Meets Memphis Gold at the Afrika Festival - Sat Sep 19 5:00 pm
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Jay Pharoah - Thu Sep 10 7:30 pm
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Margo Price @ Birchmere - Wed Sep 9 7:30 pm
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Alexandria Sun. Sep 6 2026

Support Local Weirdos: Art in the Attic Invades Lost Boy Cider for 2-Year Anniversary Pop-Up

Art in the Attic celebrates two years of underground creative dominance with a free pop-up market at Lost Boy Cider on Sept. 12—feat. local makers, a raffle, and an after-party.

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Support Local Weirdos: Art in the Attic Invades Lost Boy Cider for 2-Year Anniversary Pop-Up

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Takoma Park Sat. Sep 5 2026

Poetry, Mindfulness, and Belonging: Strathmore's Weekend of Creative Healing

Strathmore and Mission Belonging partner for a groundbreaking Weekend of Art and Healing (Sept. 18–19). using poetry, mindfulness, and creative workshops to bridge the gaps.

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Poetry, Mindfulness, and Belonging: Strathmore's Weekend of Creative Healing

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Takoma Park Thu. Sep 3 2026

Culture, live music, comedy — and we handled the logistics. DMV weekend sorted.

Your curated weekend for Sept 4–6: Afrofest, magic, jazz, dance, comedy, and the DC State Fair—with extra attention to logistics, crowd vibes, and after-hours moves.

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Culture, live music, comedy — and we handled the logistics. DMV weekend sorted.

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Takoma Park Wed. Sep 2 2026

The Popsicle Was Invented by an 11-Year-Old. We Celebrate Him on National Blueberry Popsicle Day.

Today is National Blueberry Popsicle Day — and whether you grab a box or whip up your own, it is the perfect way to enjoy summer's last days with a frosty, blue-hued treat.

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The Popsicle Was Invented by an 11-Year-Old. We Celebrate Him on National Blueberry Popsicle Day.

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Takoma Park Tue. Sep 1 2026

Don't Sleep on This: A New Season at Strathmore with Raul Midón, Allison Miller, and 18 More Shows.

Grammy-nominated musician Raul Midón kicks off a new season of Strathmore's Music in the Mansion series on October 11. Check the line-up of exquisitely curated performances below.

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Don't Sleep on This: A New Season at Strathmore with Raul Midón, Allison Miller, and 18 More Shows.

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Takoma Park Mon. Aug 31 2026

National Nod, New Chapter: Bennett's Curse Is Haunting Its Way to the Top

Bennett's Curse, a Maryland Halloween institution, celebrates its USA TODAY nomination while searching for a new Maryland home to continue its legacy of fear and fun.

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National Nod, New Chapter: Bennett's Curse Is Haunting Its Way to the Top

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Takoma Park Sun. Aug 30 2026

Your DMV weather forecast for Monday, Aug 31 - Friday, Sep 4

What to expect when you step outside

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Your DMV weather forecast for Monday, Aug 31 - Friday, Sep 4

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Takoma Park Fri. Aug 28 2026

How Washington, D.C. Made History with Two Royal Visits in One Year

Washington, D.C. made history in 2026 by hosting both King Charles III of the United Kingdom and the Asantehene of Ghana's Ashanti Kingdom in the same year.

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How Washington, D.C. Made History with Two Royal Visits in One Year

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Takoma Park Tue. Aug 25 2026

What to do in the DC Area - Wednesday, Aug 26 - Tuesday, Sep 1

Check out our community calendar to find out what's happening this week.

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What to do in the DC Area - Wednesday, Aug 26 - Tuesday, Sep 1

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Washington Mon. Aug 24 2026

DC's Magic Festival Returns for Labor Day Weekend

The 5th Annual DC Festival of Magic transforms the Capital Hilton into a wonderland of illusion over Labor Day Weekend. Expect immersive pop-up experiences after stage shows.

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DC's Magic Festival Returns for Labor Day Weekend

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Bethesda Sun. Aug 23 2026

Music, Dance, and Storytelling: The Washington Folk Festival

Six stages, hundreds of performers, zero cost—the Washington Folk Festival returns to Glen Echo Park on August 23.

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Music, Dance, and Storytelling: The Washington Folk Festival

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Bethesda Fri. Aug 21 2026

Windows Into the World: Strathmore's 2026–2027 Season of Cultural Discovery

Strathmore's Windows Series returns with 10 free behind the music events/ Cuban dance and West African markets to centuries old Qawwali conversations.

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Windows Into the World: Strathmore's 2026–2027 Season of Cultural Discovery

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