Good morning to you Washington! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
Commanders unveil their initial roster for the season
Diplomatic fashion: a powerful tool for international relations
Also on today's calendar: Music FREE-for-All and 10 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the mouse say to the camera? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Wednesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 79 and low of 58 degrees.
Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 82, low: 61.
Friday: Sun mixing with clouds, with a high of 80 and low of 59 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Breaking down the Commanders' initial 53-man roster (fredericknewspost.com) — The Washington Commanders have announced their initial 53-man roster, a dynamic document that will evolve as the team prepares for the upcoming season. General Manager Adam Peters and Coach Dan Quinn emphasize the fluid nature of the roster as they make adjustments over the next two weeks.
• Wardrobe as Statecraft: The Legal Threads of Global Diplomacy (fashionlawjournal.com) — In Washington's East Room, First Lady Jill Biden hosted Singapore's Prime Minister, showcasing how diplomatic attire can symbolize respect and strengthen bilateral ties. The article explores the significance of clothing in diplomacy and cultural representation.
🗓 Upcoming Events in Washington
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★ Featured events ★
Music FREE-for-All
Glen Echo Park, 7300 Macarthur Blvd, Glen Echo
12:00 pm
Sunday Pre-Labor Day Brunch at Lincoln Restaurant August 31, 2025
Lincoln, 1110 Vermont Ave NW, Washington
10:30 am
Teddy & The Bully Bar End of the Summer Labor Day Brunch
Teddy & The Bully Bar 1200 19th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036,
10:30 am
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Courtyard Alexandria Pentagon South, 4641 Kenmore Ave, Alexandria
6:00 pm
Single and Parenting
9:00 am
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Other local events
Silver & Brass Heirloom Restoration Services: THURSDAYS 10-4
6830 Elm St , McLean
10:00 am
DC Jazz History Walking Tour of Black Broadway
U Street Northwest , U St NW , Washington
5:00 pm
Beach Bash at The Stacks
The Stacks , 101 V St SW , Washington
7:00 pm
Truths That Liberate: A Journey Through the Four Noble Truths
Kadampa Meditation Center DC , 1200 Canal St SW , Washington
7:15 pm
Tony Rock (stand-up comedy)
DC Improv Comedy Club , 1140 Connecticut Ave NW , Washington
8:30 pm
Fort Totten Summer Concert Series: The Joe Baione Vibraphone Experience
400 Galloway St NE , Washington
6:00 pm
Late Night at Safeway
1855 Wisconsin Ave NW , Washington
7:00 pm
Family Craft Activity: Silhouette
DAR Museum , 1776 D St NW , Washington
10:00 am
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