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The Inheritance of Spice: From Addis Ababa to ADDIS Pop

ADDIS Pop brings Ethiopian-spiced popcorn to the DMV, rooted in family history, handmade care, and a connection to community and the flavors that connect us.

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Takoma Park Wed. Aug 12 2026

18th Annual UkeFest Finale: The Only Place to Be This Wednesday Night

The 18th Annual UkeFest Finale brings Grammy-winning artists and a community strum-along on August 12—free, open to all, on Strathmore’s lawn.

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18th Annual UkeFest Finale: The Only Place to Be This Wednesday Night

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Takoma Park Weather: Thursday August 13

High: 95°

Low: 74°

Wind: 8 MPH NW

Chance of rain: 3%

Sunny, with a high of 95 and low of 74 degrees. Sunny in the morning, partly cloudy in the afternoon and evening, clear overnight.

Takoma Park Wed. Aug 12 2026

Chills in the Air: Your Fright-Scale Guide to DMV Spooky Season

The DMV's spooky season kicks off with haunted forests, urban legends, and ghost tours—rated from mild to full-blown terror so you know exactly what you are signing up for.

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Chills in the Air: Your Fright-Scale Guide to DMV Spooky Season

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Takoma Park Mon. Aug 10 2026

From Street Food to Seafood: A Flavor Map of DC's Late-Summer Food Festivals

A free global food festival in Old Town Alexandria. A 21+ Black-owned wine experience. A 60-year-old MD crab tradition, late-summer in the DMV is a food lover's paradise.

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From Street Food to Seafood: A Flavor Map of DC's Late-Summer Food Festivals

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Takoma Park Mon. Aug 10 2026

Summer's Last Laugh: What to Do in the DC Area This Week (Aug 10–14)

Here's your chance to try sunset yoga at Lake Needwood. Plus, the 18th Annual UkeFest Finale is On the Lawn at Strathmore. Jam to the Jollof Festival and more this week,

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Summer's Last Laugh: What to Do in the DC Area This Week (Aug 10–14)

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Takoma Park Sat. Aug 8 2026

Capital Footpaths: Sunday Trails meet Outdoor Events in the DC area

Sunday can be better with three DMV trail-and-event pairings. Lakeside hikes with indie cinema, urban forest strolls with free concerts, and historic rail-trails.

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Capital Footpaths: Sunday Trails meet Outdoor Events in the DC area

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Bethesda Fri. Aug 7 2026

The Transcendent Soul of "For Dinah"

Grammy winner, Ledisi honors the legendary Dinah Washington with two-nights at Strathmore on August 21 and 22—a tribute to the U Street jazz legacy.

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Takoma Park Fri. Aug 7 2026

What to do in the DC area this Saturday, Aug 8 & Sunday, Aug 9

Check out these 13 events coming up this weekend on our calendar.

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What to do in the DC area this Saturday, Aug 8 & Sunday, Aug 9

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Takoma Park Thu. Aug 6 2026

A Pen, a Scrap of Paper, and a Moment of Peace: The Quiet Power of Haiga

The ancient Japanese art of haiga—combines short poetry with simple brush drawings—offers mental escape, and artist Aaron Caycedo-Kimura is enlightening us at zero cost.

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A Pen, a Scrap of Paper, and a Moment of Peace: The Quiet Power of Haiga

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Takoma Park Wed. Aug 5 2026

Bright Spots: A DMV Guide to Art, Makers, and Unexpected Finds

Art in the Attic, Mercadito MXDC, and the DC State Fair offer free admission and affordable finds from area makers, artists, and women entrepreneurs across the DMV.

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Bright Spots: A DMV Guide to Art, Makers, and Unexpected Finds

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Washington Mon. Aug 3 2026

The Battle of the Sauces and Spices: Inside the High-Stakes Rivalry of the Jollof Festival

The Jollof Festival returns to Union Market on August 15—seven hours of music, artisan vendors, and a blind-tasting cook-off so competitive it is called the Jollof Wars.

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The Battle of the Sauces and Spices: Inside the High-Stakes Rivalry of the Jollof Festival

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Takoma Park Sun. Aug 2 2026

Shayna Steele's Soulful Jazz & Blues at Strathmore's Lawn on August 5.

August 5: Soulful Shayna Steele from Snarky Puppy and Chris Botti fame, brings her powerful blend of jazz and blues to Strathmore's free "Live from the Lawn" concert.

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Shayna Steele's Soulful Jazz & Blues at Strathmore's Lawn on August 5.

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Silver Spring Sun. Aug 2 2026

The Silver Spring "Rest & Rebuild" Wellness Flow

A three-stop Silver Spring wellness circuit—Moroccan bath detox, vibrant garden dining, and creative community engagement—all within a five-minute radius.

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The Silver Spring Rest & Rebuild Wellness Flow

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Takoma Park Thu. Jul 30 2026

How to Find Space for Your Art in the DMV (Without Breaking the Bank)

Understanding local zoning laws is the ultimate shortcut to finding affordable live-work spaces and building creative communities across the DMV.

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How to Find Space for Your Art in the DMV (Without Breaking the Bank)

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Takoma Park Thu. Jul 30 2026

What to do in the DC Area this weekend: Friday, Jul 31 - Sunday, Aug 2

Check out these 15 events coming up this weekend on our calendar.

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What to do in the DC Area this weekend: Friday, Jul 31 - Sunday, Aug 2

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