Tuesday August 18th Patch AM
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In today's newsletter:
What Krys Barnes' signing means for Washington's linebacker depth
Also on today's calendar: We are Hiring! Caregivers, Med Techs, Servers, Cooks, Dishwashers, Housekeepers and Concierge and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Tuesday: Sunshine and humid, with a high of 90 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
Wednesday: Sunny to partly cloudy, temps: high: 91, low: 71.
Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 87 and low of 71 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Commanders free agency: Veteran linebacker added to Washington's group (hogshaven.com) — Washington's NFL team just added veteran linebacker Krys Barnes to the Commanders' roster, boosting depth at a key defensive spot as training camp continues. The move, reported Monday, follows a preseason win over Miami and could signal an undisclosed injury or simply stiffer competition on defense and special teams heading into the season.
📸 Around Washington
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Washington
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★ Featured events ★
We are Hiring! Caregivers, Med Techs, Servers, Cooks, Dishwashers, Housekeepers and Concierge →
Sunrise at Bluemont Park, 5910 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
2:00 pm
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Other local events
Clear the Shelter: Adopt a Pet for Free - Adopt & Foster Urgent Dogs (11am - 7pm, arrive by 5:30pm) →
Prince George's County Animal Services Facility & Adoption Center, 3750 Brown Station Rd, Upper Marlboro
11:00 am
Meditation Class: Rest and Reflect →
Kadampa Meditation Center DC, 1200 Canal St SW, Washington
6:00 pm
The Future of GovCon Growth: Beyond Generative AI →
Online Webinar
12:00 pm
Pun DMV pun competition →
DC Improv Comedy Club, 1140 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington
7:30 pm
Civil War Stuff: African American Soldiers and Flags
Civil War Defenses of Washington National Park 6625 Georgia Avenue NW, Washington, DC
10:00 am
Sensory Friendly Night →
Planet Word Museum, 925 13th St NW, Washington, DC, 20005
6:00 pm
DIY Candle Making With Instructor Cafi - Candle Making Class by Classpop! →
Kbird DC, 1333 P St NW, Washington
7:00 pm
Couples Therapy: A Comedy Show →
DC Improv Comedy Club, 1140 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington
7:30 pm
Student & Faculty Meet 'n' Greet
Breakthrough Montessori PCS Washington, DC 20011
8:00 am
Walk the Streets of Early Rockville
Montgomery Preservation Inc 8100 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910
10:00 am
Fridays at Fort Totten FREE Concert Series 2026 →
The Modern at Art Place, 400 Galloway St NE, Washington
6:00 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Western Growers posted a job opening for CCSB Eligibility Specialist I in Washington. Apply here.
Georgetown University posted a job opening for Assistant Dean for Academic Excellence, Assessment & Outcomes, BSON in Washington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Washington here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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