Takoma Park Sat. Apr 11 2026 Don’t Let the DMV Change Without You Noticing: Introducing Before It’s Gone "Before It's Gone" is a Cultural DMV News series that spotlights endangered local landmarks, final events, and legacy businesses across the region before they disappear forever. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Sat. Apr 11 2026 Beyond the Sax: Shabaka Hutchings' Flute Is an Act of Rebellion (and He's Not Alone) On Of The Earth, Shabaka Hutchings trades saxophone ferocity for layered flute meditations, joining André 3000 in a mutual act of rebellious self-preservation. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Fri. Apr 10 2026 Your Curated Weekend Events Calendar (April 10–12) Discover the best things to do in the DMV from April 10–12 featuring concerts, festivals, pop-ups, feasts, etc., across DC, Takoma Park, Silver Spring, Germantown, and more. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Thu. Apr 9 2026 Caribbean Heritage Takes Center Stage: Gabourey Sidibe Among DC Area Honorees The CAWI Honors brings together storytelling, community, and intentional sponsorship to celebrate women whose impact is both deeply personal and widely felt. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Thu. Apr 9 2026 The Mediterranean Table: Sitting Down for Good Food. Staying for Good Health. The Mediterranean diet isn't a list of rules — its tasty olive oil, vegetables, bread torn by hand, and sitting down to actually taste your food. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Wed. Apr 8 2026 The People Behind the Pour: Three Brewers, One Bar Stool From a Deaf-owned brewery in Hyattsville to a First Amendment fighter in Frederick, the DMV's breweries are built by risk-takers — not just business plans. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Mon. Apr 6 2026 Have You Found Your People Yet? (The DMV's Hidden Subcultures Are Waiting) The DMV isn't just a collection of events — it's a patchwork of playful subcultures. Mermaids, powder throwers, mandolin players, and the people who make things with their hands. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Sun. Apr 5 2026 Before It's Gone: When the Algorithm Knows Your Name But Not Your Neighbor Data tells you what people do, but not why they care — and while we've been busy optimizing, the irreplaceable textures of community have been quietly slipping away. Eme Awa Editor
Bethesda Sun. Apr 5 2026 The Queen Keeps Showing Up: Angélique Kidjo Brings Her Joy to Strathmore Angélique Kidjo brings her joyful energy to Strathmore this Thursday at 8 p.m. She's got a new album dropping soon that includes a new track with Ayra Starr. Don't miss the show! Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Sat. Apr 4 2026 ArtRave DC celebrates its 19th season at historic Dupont Circle location ArtRave DC kicks off its 19th season of curated artisan markets at 1913 Mass Ave NW in Dupont Circle, offering fine art, fashion, and more, twice monthly. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Fri. Apr 3 2026 Looking for April plans? Takoma Park blooms with flower workshops, book club, and more Takoma Park kicks off April with flower basket and cupcake workshops, and more family-friendly events—with additional April happenings expected to be added to the calendar. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Thu. Apr 2 2026 A New Flavor of Spring: The Creole Food Festival Arrives in D.C. The Creole Food Festival’s D.C. debut highlights how global culinary traditions continue to shape the DMV’s evolving food culture and community experience. Eme Awa Editor