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Takoma Park Wed. Sep 2 2026

The Popsicle Was Invented by an 11-Year-Old. We Celebrate Him on National Blueberry Popsicle Day.

Today is National Blueberry Popsicle Day — and whether you grab a box or whip up your own, it is the perfect way to enjoy summer's last days with a frosty, blue-hued treat.

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The Popsicle Was Invented by an 11-Year-Old. We Celebrate Him on National Blueberry Popsicle Day.

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Takoma Park Tue. Sep 1 2026

Don't Sleep on This: A New Season at Strathmore with Raul Midón, Allison Miller, and 18 More Shows.

Grammy-nominated musician Raul Midón kicks off a new season of Strathmore's Music in the Mansion series on October 11. Check the line-up of exquisitely curated performances below.

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Don't Sleep on This: A New Season at Strathmore with Raul Midón, Allison Miller, and 18 More Shows.

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Washington Weather: Monday September 21

High: 75°

Low: 63°

Wind: 7 MPH ENE

Chance of rain: 52%

Overcast, with a high of 75 and low of 63 degrees. Overcast for the morning, mist overnight.

Takoma Park Mon. Aug 31 2026

National Nod, New Chapter: Bennett's Curse Is Haunting Its Way to the Top

Bennett's Curse, a Maryland Halloween institution, celebrates its USA TODAY nomination while searching for a new Maryland home to continue its legacy of fear and fun.

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National Nod, New Chapter: Bennett's Curse Is Haunting Its Way to the Top

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All Things Go Music Festival (3-Day Pass Initial Launch) - Fri Sep 25 3:00 pm
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2026 Wolf Trap Ball: The Rhythm of New Orleans - Fri Sep 25 6:00 pm
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Earlybirds Club - Fri Sep 25 6:00 pm
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Tinlicker North America 2026 (with Helsloot) - Tue Sep 22 7:00 pm
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The Milk Carton Kids (with Willie Watson & Paper Wings) - Mon Sep 21 7:00 pm
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Echoes of a Dream: Walking the March at Night - Tue Sep 22 10:00 am
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Juneteenth Celebration DC Museum Tour
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Sat Sep 19 7:00 pm

DAY26 live in Washington, DC

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DAY26 live in Washington, DC

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Wed Sep 9 7:00 pm

R.F. Kuang

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R.F. Kuang

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Sat Sep 5 6:30 pm

Art and Dance Photography Workshop featuring Kali and Sierra Lynn

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Art and Dance Photography Workshop featuring Kali and Sierra Lynn

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Sun Sep 20 11:00 am

THE LATIN COFFEE PARTY - Washington, DC

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THE LATIN COFFEE PARTY - Washington, DC

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Thu Sep 3 6:30 pm

Pure Poetry Live ft. Foggieraw

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Pure Poetry Live ft. Foggieraw

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Fri Sep 18 8:00 pm

Chocolate City CBC SOCIAL @12 Stories

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Chocolate City CBC SOCIAL @12 Stories

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Wed Sep 16 5:00 pm

The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. OLA Chapter CBC Reception 2026

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The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. OLA Chapter CBC Reception 2026

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Takoma Park Sun. Aug 30 2026

Your DMV weather forecast for Monday, Aug 31 - Friday, Sep 4

What to expect when you step outside

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Your DMV weather forecast for Monday, Aug 31 - Friday, Sep 4

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Takoma Park Fri. Aug 28 2026

How Washington, D.C. Made History with Two Royal Visits in One Year

Washington, D.C. made history in 2026 by hosting both King Charles III of the United Kingdom and the Asantehene of Ghana's Ashanti Kingdom in the same year.

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How Washington, D.C. Made History with Two Royal Visits in One Year

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