Silver Spring, MD Local News, Events, and Information

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Sat Jul 18 8:00 pm

DC Comedy Club Takeover – Live at McGinty’s Public House | Stand Up Comedy

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Sat Jul 18 1:00 pm

The Secret of Happiness When Things Are Falling Apart with Elisabeth Carson

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Silver Spring Weather: Saturday October 31

High: 61°

Low: 47°

Wind: 6 MPH NNW

Chance of rain: 8%

Overcast, with a high of 61 and low of 47 degrees. Cloudy in the morning, overcast in the afternoon, partly cloudy overnight.

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Sat Jul 18 9:00 am

Freshfarm Farmers Market

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Acoustic Alchemy - Tue Apr 6 7:30 pm
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Crochet and Cozies - Mon Nov 2 10:30 am
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Family Chess - Sun Nov 1 12:00 pm
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Comedy at Lincoln's Cottage (Two Faces Series) - Wed Nov 4 7:30 pm
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Spooky Stories & Sweet Treats Family Event - Sat Oct 31 12:00 pm
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Halloween under the Stars at the Embassy Row Rooftop - Sat Oct 31 6:30 pm
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Crossroads Farmers Market - Wed Nov 4 9:00 am
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DMV CARNIVAL - Dancehall & SOCA Halloween Party - Sat Oct 31 10:00 pm
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Takoma Park Fri. Jul 17 2026

Code Purple Air Quality Alert: Canadian Wildfire Smoke and Extreme Heat Blanket the DMV

A Code Purple air quality alert, driven by Canadian wildfire smoke and a punishing heat wave, has blanketed the DMV—but weekend rain and a cold front to the rescue.

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Code Purple Air Quality Alert: Canadian Wildfire Smoke and Extreme Heat Blanket the DMV

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Takoma Park Fri. Jul 17 2026

Takoma Park's Victory: How Neighbors Defeated a Highway and Built the Red Line

In the 1970s, Takoma Park residents chose a Metro station over a six-lane highway, sacrificing exquisite architecture—and 7105 Cedar is proof that the trade-off was worth it.

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Takoma Park's Victory: How Neighbors Defeated a Highway and Built the Red Line

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Takoma Park Thu. Jul 16 2026

20 Watts of Pure Joy: How Takoma Radio Beat the Giants (Again)

Takoma Radio’s 20-watt, WOWD-LP 94.3 FM wins the Washington City Paper’s "Best Radio Station" award for the second year— proving the neighborhood still has the juice.

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20 Watts of Pure Joy: How Takoma Radio Beat the Giants (Again)

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Takoma Park Thu. Jul 16 2026

Extreme Heat Alert: Montgomery County Issues Warning for Thursday Afternoon

Montgomery County is under an Extreme Heat Alert from 1 PM to 7 PM on July 16. Stay hydrated, stay cool, and check on vulnerable neighbors and pets.

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Extreme Heat Alert: Montgomery County Issues Warning for Thursday Afternoon

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Washington Wed. Jul 15 2026

Island Roots, Capital Flavors: Chef Ismael Mendez in D.C.

Chef Ismael Mendez brings the soul of Puerto Rico to D.C. with a whole-roasted pig communal dinner on July 26 and live salsa on the first Friday of every month.

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Island Roots, Capital Flavors: Chef Ismael Mendez in D.C.

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Takoma Park Tue. Jul 14 2026

Lake Arbor Jazz Festival: 16 Years of Mansion Vibes and World-Class Jazz

The 16th annual Lake Arbor Jazz Festival brings five days of jazz, R&B, and celebration to Mitchellville's historic mansion and the MGM National Harbor stage.

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Lake Arbor Jazz Festival: 16 Years of Mansion Vibes and World-Class Jazz

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Silver Spring Mon. Jul 13 2026

Summer at Carpe Diem Arts: The Heartbeat and Glue of Silver Spring’s Culture

Carpe Diem Arts has spent a decade building creative confidence in Silver Spring's children—now it is time for Veterans Plaza's biggest festivals to join the movement.

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Summer at Carpe Diem Arts: The Heartbeat and Glue of Silver Spring’s Culture

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Takoma Park Mon. Jul 13 2026

Fridays at Fort Totten: Free D.C. Live Music Series with Local Flavor

Free live music, local food vendors, and family‑friendly vibes light up Fort Totten every Friday night through August.

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Fridays at Fort Totten: Free D.C. Live Music Series with Local Flavor

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Washington event

Fri Jul 17 6:00 pm

Fridays at Fort Totten FREE Concert Series 2026

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