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MoCo Arts Are Not Messing Around: A Cultural Plan, a Choir Pipeline, and a Film Series with Clout

Maryland: June 2026, Montgomery County's first cultural plan in 20 years, a choral intensive, and a film series that forces debate—all worth your attention.

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Takoma Park Sat. Jun 13 2026

Weekend Guide: Saturday, June 13 – Sunday, June 14

A free Caribbean rooftop festival, a teen-built art installation on belonging, and enough indoor options to survive the rain—your weekend is sorted.

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Weekend Guide: Saturday, June 13 – Sunday, June 14

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Takoma Park Weather: Sunday June 14

High: 98°

Low: 67°

Wind: 5 MPH S

Chance of rain: 4%

Sunny, with a high of 98 and low of 67 degrees. Sunny in the morning, partly cloudy during the afternoon and evening, clear overnight.

Takoma Park Wed. Jun 10 2026

Rainstorms Expected Through the Weekend. Your Calendar Is Still Fun. Details inside.

DMV weather: several days of rain forecasted. Baltimore likely gets the most. Your calendar is full of indoor events – Kanysha's album release and more.

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Rainstorms Expected Through the Weekend. Your Calendar Is Still Fun. Details inside.

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National Caribbean Festival on the Rooftop - Sun Jun 14 1:30 pm
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ReelTalk: K-Pop Demon Hunters - Wed Jun 24 7:00 pm
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Takoma Park Wed. Jun 10 2026

AFRAM at 50: Baltimore's Biggest Block Party Is Free. Yes, Free.

June 19-21. Baltimore's AFRAM festival celebrates 50 years with a free three-day lineup featuring Charlie Wilson, Mario, SWV, and more—plus vendors, and family activities.

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AFRAM at 50: Baltimore's Biggest Block Party Is Free. Yes, Free.

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Takoma Park Tue. Jun 9 2026

Kanysha's Strawberry Show: Album Release and a Strathmore Residency Worth the Wait

June 10, North Bethesda, album release with DC native Kanysha. Plus, a genre-bending workshop, and a night of unreleased material at Strathmore's Mansion.

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Kanysha's Strawberry Show: Album Release and a Strathmore Residency Worth the Wait

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Takoma Park Sun. Jun 7 2026

What to do in Takoma Park & Near You - Monday, Jun 8 - Wednesday, Jun 10

Takoma Park, MD Monday, June 8 - Wednesday, June 10. Check out our community calendar to find out what's happening this week.

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What to do in Takoma Park & Near You - Monday, Jun 8 - Wednesday, Jun 10

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Takoma Park Sun. Jun 7 2026

Cécile McLorin Salvant Brings Her Grammy-Winning Style Home to Strathmore

Cécile McLorin Salvant, born to Ayisyen and Gwada parents, brings her Book of Ayre to Strathmore on June 11 with the Brandee Younger Trio.

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Cécile McLorin Salvant Brings Her Grammy-Winning Style Home to Strathmore

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Takoma Park Fri. Jun 5 2026

Weekend Joy: Farmers Market Season Is Officially Here

Strawberries, sunflowers, sourdough, honey, and a flaky pastry—your Sunday morning at the Takoma Park Farmers Market is waiting.

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Weekend Joy: Farmers Market Season Is Officially Here

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Takoma Park Thu. Jun 4 2026

Lift Your Voice, Love Your Neighbor—Claim Your Free Ticket!

June 5, Silver Spring: your voice matters. Sing tomorrow. Free. Jen Hayman leads. Plus, Tommy's Pantry, Mutual Aid, Carpe Diem Arts, and Church of the Ascension.

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Lift Your Voice, Love Your Neighbor—Claim Your Free Ticket!

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Takoma Park Thu. Jun 4 2026

All That You Change, Changes You. Nine Teenagers Tackle Loneliness.

Octavia Butler wrote that change is the only lasting truth. On June 14, Strathmore's Arts and Justice Fellows show us how to shape it. "Sanctuary of Solace" installation.

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All That You Change, Changes You. Nine Teenagers Tackle Loneliness.

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Takoma Park Wed. Jun 3 2026

Your first full summer weekend is here. Friday, June 5 – Sunday, June 7

Check out these 10 events coming up this weekend on our calendar. Andrew Bird tonight. Ice cream Sunday. Grand Prix sim-racing. Go.

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Your first full summer weekend is here. Friday, June 5 – Sunday, June 7

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Takoma Park Tue. Jun 2 2026

The Mind, the Fist, and the Needle: How Shaolin Jazz Turns Kung Fu Movies into Hip-Hop Concerts

DJ 2-Tone Jones scores the cult classic "Iron Angels" live at Songbyrd on June 23, blending hip-hop, jazz, and kung fu into a two-hour cinematic experience you cannot stream.

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The Mind, the Fist, and the Needle: How Shaolin Jazz Turns Kung Fu Movies into Hip-Hop Concerts

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Takoma Park Tue. Jun 2 2026

Twenty Years Later, Andrew Bird's Album Finally Gets an Orchestra at The Strathmore

Bethesda, June 3rd & 4th, Grammy-nominated indie-folk icon Andrew Bird brings his tremendous "The Mysterious Production of Eggs" to life with a full orchestra at The Music Center.

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Twenty Years Later, Andrew Bird's Album Finally Gets an Orchestra at The Strathmore

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Takoma Park Sun. May 31 2026

Summer 2026 Food Festivals: A Foodie's Tactical Guide

This summer's food festivals guide is tactical, tasty, and timed so you do not waste a single bite. Embassy of France, Union Market, Pennsylvania Ave NW, set your calendars.

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Summer 2026 Food Festivals: A Foodie's Tactical Guide

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Takoma Park Sun. May 31 2026

Eastern Market Wellness Flow: Free Yoga, Balkan Brunch, and a Business Idea

Explore free yoga at District Flow, your choice of brunch (Balkan or classic), and end with a business walk on Barracks Row and through Eastern Market.

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Eastern Market Wellness Flow: Free Yoga, Balkan Brunch, and a Business Idea

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