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In today's newsletter:
Celebrating tech innovation at Washingtonian's exclusive reception
D.C. Council debates ticket resale price cap
Wizards support furloughed workers with free tickets
Also on today's calendar: 10/22 FREE Financial Triage Course through wellfed and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do snowmen order at Wendy’s? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Wednesday: Mostly sunny and breezy, with a high of 66 and low of 46 degrees.
Thursday: Partly sunny and breezy, temps: high: 62, low: 42.
Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 59 and low of 43 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Photos from Washingtonian's 2025 Tech Titans Reception (washingtonian.com) — Washingtonian hosted the 2025 Tech Titans Reception at Fish Shop, celebrating leaders in technology. The event featured notable speakers and honored this year's Tech Titan honorees, showcasing innovation and investment in the future of technology.
• DC Council considers price cap on resold tickets (dcnewsnow.com) — City councilmembers in Washington, D.C. are considering a bill to cap resale ticket prices for concerts and sports events. The proposed legislation aims to protect fans from inflated prices and restricts bots from purchasing tickets, addressing concerns raised by local venue owners.
• Wizards offering furloughed Federal workers 500 free tickets to Sunday's game; heavy discounts after that (wusa9.com) — The Washington Wizards are offering 500 free tickets to furloughed federal workers affected by the government shutdown, along with discounted tickets for those unable to secure a free one. This initiative aims to support local employees during challenging times.
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Adopt Dogs and Cats - $31 Adoptions - Wednesday (11AM - 7PM; Arrive by 6PM)
Prince George's County Animal Services Facility & Adoption Center , 3750 Brown Station Rd , Upper Marlboro
11:00 am
Wednesday Lunchtime Meditation
Kadampa Meditation Center DC , 1200 Canal St SW , Washington
12:15 pm
Wednesdays at Waldorf Astoria: Champagne & Caviar
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC , 1100 Pennsylvania Ave NW , Washington
6:00 pm
Rabbi Angela Buchdahl with David Leonhardt
Sixth & I , 600 I St NW , Washington
7:00 pm
Nasser Al-Rayess (stand-up comedy)
DC Improv Comedy Club , 1140 Connecticut Ave NW , Washington
8:30 pm
Silver & Brass Heirloom Restoration Services: THURSDAYS 10-4
6830 Elm St , McLean
10:00 am
Antique Silver and Brass Restoration Services: THURSDAYS 10&4
6830 Elm Street Suite 9 McLean Virginia 22101
10:00 am
Thursday Rest and Reflect
Kadampa Meditation Center DC , 1200 Canal St SW , Washington
6:00 pm
Kyle Dunnigan
DC Comedy Loft and Bier Baron Tavern , 1523 22nd St NW , Washington
7:30 pm
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