Federal Government


photo by Caroline Angelo

From a media advisory:

“Free Lunch Service at Canal Park in Navy Yard – 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

As the federal government shutdown continues to impact families across the Washington region, World Central Kitchen, founded by Chef José Andrés, will serve free, freshly prepared meals to furloughed federal workers and their families.

The community lunch will take place Monday, October 27th, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Canal Park in Navy Yard, (more…)


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Announcement

Astro Jump of Metro DC now offers trackless train rentals for events across Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland.

The trackless train is available for school events, festivals, corporate events, and private parties, and can operate on parking lots, roads, and other paved surfaces. The train includes four passenger cars that comfortably fit both children and adults, making it a versatile attraction for a wide range of event types.


Event

Announcing the first installment of the Logan Market! Starting in May, every first Sunday of the month shoppers will be able to browse Logan Circle’s newest monthly creative and vintage market. Logan Circle Main Street, in partnership with K-Bird, Barrel House Cafe & Bar, and Emily of LOVERS Plant Studio & Wares, is excited to announce the launch of the Logan Circle Creative Market, a new monthly outdoor market designed to bring together local artists, makers, small businesses, and neighbors in the heart of the Logan Circle community.

The first market will be May 3, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM along P Street and Rhode Island Avenue NW, including the exterior of K-Bird and the northern exterior of Barrel House Cafe & Bar.


Pleasant Plains


photo by Miki Jourdan

From MPD:

“On Friday, October 24, 2025, and Saturday, October 25, 2025, Howard University Homecoming Weekend events will take place in the District of the Columbia. In conjunction with these events, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration: (more…)


Adams Morgan


photo by Nick Faddoul

From a press release:

“Lucky Pup Yoga, a unique new yoga experience allowing yogis to flow while encircled by incredibly cute 8-week-old puppies, is now open in Adams Morgan.

Lucky Pup (2469 18th St. NW, 2nd Floor) was co-founded by DC native Sophia Bonde and veteran-turned-arist Tyler Shea to give yogis a place for serious yoga with a playful twist. (more…)