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Your Guide to a Legendary Week of Zero-Drama Fun! - Thursday, May 7 - Saturday, May 9

Check out our community calendar. Forget the desk for a legendary week of spoken word battles, rooftop Afrobeats, and mystery brunches—zero judgment, all good vibes.

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Takoma Park Tue. May 5 2026

Before It's Gone: Who Will Save the Storefronts?

Before It's Gone examines why the "creative partnerships" used for affordable housing can't also preserve the essential discount stores where working families actually shop

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Before It's Gone: Who Will Save the Storefronts?

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Takoma Park Weather: Thursday May 7

High: 67°

Low: 51°

Wind: 5 MPH N

Chance of rain: 85%

Patchy rain nearby, with a high of 67 and low of 51 degrees. Don't forget your umbrella! Sunny in the morning, partly cloudy for the afternoon and evening, patchy rain nearby overnight.

Takoma Park Mon. May 4 2026

What to do in Takoma Park - Monday, May 4 - Saturday, May 9

Takoma Park hosts a packed week of creative workshops, a Big Book Sale, and an open mic night. Plus, comedy on U Street in DC, and the Spoken Word 2 GoGo competition.

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What to do in Takoma Park - Monday, May 4 - Saturday, May 9

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Juan Manú - The Sound of Herencia - Wed May 13 7:00 pm
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Howard Hewett - Sun May 10 7:00 pm
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The Sound of Confluencia with Juan Manú - Wed May 27 7:30 pm
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Juan Manú's Raíces del Mariachi: A Journey Through Sound & Story - Wed May 20 7:30 pm
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Bethesda Sat. May 2 2026

The Grito and the Bow: Juan Manú's Mariachi Journey

Classical violin meets mariachi heritage in a queer-driven soundscape you can't miss.

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The Grito and the Bow: Juan Manú's Mariachi Journey

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Takoma Park Sat. May 2 2026

One Great Thing in Maryland. Then Another.

Sykesville won America's best downtown. 18 nonprofits united. Three cultural keepers received their flowers. Maryland's natural history collection finally has a home.

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One Great Thing in Maryland. Then Another.

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Takoma Park Fri. May 1 2026

The Rhythm That Heals: Clave, Go-Go, and the Science of Quiet

From the Cuban son clave to West African highlife to D.C.'s go-go, steady rhythm reduces stress, improves focus, and quiets mental chatter—and you can access its benefits.

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The Rhythm That Heals: Clave, Go-Go, and the Science of Quiet

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Takoma Park Fri. May 1 2026

Free Weekend: PorchFest, Passport DC, and a 50-Year Band in Takoma Park

Community band: 50 years. PorchFest: 100 bands. Embassies: 65 open doors. Price tag: $0. This is your DMV weekend.

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Free Weekend: PorchFest, Passport DC, and a 50-Year Band in Takoma Park

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Takoma Park Wed. Apr 29 2026

Poets, Chile, Howard Films, and Fast Eddie & The Slowpokes — Tonight Through Friday

From quiet happy hours with poets to dance floors moving from Afrobeat to Amapiano, and a band called Fast Eddie & The Slowpokes — here is what is happening.

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Poets, Chile, Howard Films, and Fast Eddie & The Slowpokes — Tonight Through Friday

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Takoma Park Wed. Apr 29 2026

30 People. 30 Cameras. Zero Selfies.

AI meets analog in the DC area. Photo walks are back. Film and digital photographers walk side by side. No algorithm required.

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Bethesda Mon. Apr 27 2026

Free Concerts Are Back at Strathmore: Live from the Lawn Returns This July

Theatrical funk. A Barcelona sextet. A Grammy-nominated blues duo. All on a lawn. All free.

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Free Concerts Are Back at Strathmore: Live from the Lawn Returns This July

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Takoma Park Mon. Apr 27 2026

Before It's Gone: The Music Room That Loves You Back

The 8×10 closes in June after 40 years. Wax Atlas record shop and music venue almost closed. These are fragile times for rooms that exist for the love of gathering around music

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Before It's Gone: The Music Room That Loves You Back

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Takoma Park Sun. Apr 26 2026

What to do in the DMV - Monday, Apr 27 - Thursday, April 30

Explore our local community calendar to discover the best upcoming events in DC, Silver Spring, and Takoma Park this week.

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What to do in the DMV - Monday, Apr 27 - Thursday, April 30

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Silver Spring Fri. Apr 24 2026

Silver Spring’s Secret: The Magic of Showing Up

Silver Spring is the world's #1 most diverse city and America's #3 most generous. But the real story isn't the ranking. It's what neighbors do when no one is watching.

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Silver Spring’s Secret: The Magic of Showing Up

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Takoma Park Fri. Apr 24 2026

A Curated List of Things to Do in the DC Area This Weekend Friday, April 24 – Sunday, April 26

Kick off the weekend Friday at Strathmore for the 10th Annual Bernard/Ebb Songwriting Awards featuring nine talented DMV finalists. Also, review the other select events coming up.

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A Curated List of Things to Do in the DC Area This Weekend Friday, April 24 – Sunday, April 26

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Takoma Park Thu. Apr 23 2026

Sweet Heat and Heritage: A Regional Flavor Map

From mambo sauce to award-winning Ethiopian blends, DMV artisanship transforms local carryout roots into premium, small-batch culinary trends

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Sweet Heat and Heritage: A Regional Flavor Map

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