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June 23, 2021


Updates from Adams Morgan

Click Here to see previous updates in our newsletter archive

For the latest from the DC government, refer to: https://coronavirus.dc.gov/

Adams Morgan Movie Nights is Back!

Join us for free outdoor movies on the big screen at Marie Reed School’s soccer field starting on Monday July 12 !

2021 Adams Morgan Movie Nights lineup featuring movies filmed in Washington DC:

  • July 12: Punk the Capital (includes a panel discussion with the filmmakers before the screening)
  • July 19: Wonder Woman 1984
  • July 26: In The Line of Fire
  • August 2: Night at the Museum - Battle of the Smithsonian
  • August 9: All the President's Men (8/9 is the anniversary of Nixon resigning)

Check ADMODC.ORG/MOVIES or the Adams Morgan Movie Nights Facebook page for more information.

Movie Nights: Brown Bag Movie Meals

We're looking for businesses who want to participate in our "Brown Bag to Movie Nights" program again this year. Participating businesses will be promoted along with our movies every week. All your business needs to do is put together a carryout meal of some sort, preferably with utensils (if needed), that will be available on our movie nights (Mondays, 7/12 - 8/9) and let us know about it. Contact Brian Barrie (202-536-9515) for more info.


Back to the Office Campaign Survey

The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning & Economic Development (DMPED) and DC BID Council is conducting research on the latest plans, decisions, and considerations for DC employers and employees to return to in-person work. If your typical place of work is located in Washington, DC, we would appreciate your input.


Below is a link to a survey for all DC Employers and Employees to fill out. The survey should take no more than 5-10 minutes.

Click here to compete the survey


The survey will be open and available for responses through Sunday, June 27th. Please share this survey link with all employees. We appreciate your participation.


Adams Morgan Businesses -- AMPBID Will Pay Your Exhibitor Fee for the GWHCC Business Expo

If you are one of the first three Adams Morgan businesses to commit by June 28 to exhibiting at the GWHCC Business Expo on September 16, the Adams Morgan Partnership BID will pay your exhibitor fees. Contact Kristen Barden (202-997-0783) for more information.

Update: only two paid slots left!

Click here for more information about the Expo.

Washington Area Bicyclist Association's Annual Regional Vision Zero Summit

Tomorrow: Thursday, June 24, 2021, 9:00 AM

This year's summit is more important than ever. This year’s theme is Transportation Equity in Practice. Participants will discuss the systems, tools, and processes that need to change to make our transportation network more equitable. Learn more and register here .


This event brings together elected officials, decision-makers, advocates, thought leaders, and the private sector to share best practices, insights and innovations to eliminate deaths and serious injuries on our region’s streets and highways.


Webinar: Financial Basics for New Small Businesses

Thursday, June 24, 12-1:30PM

 This webinar will review calculating your startup costs, projecting sales, creating a projected profit and loss statement and cashflow statement. Fee: $25 -- Register here



Adams Morgan Farmers Market is now at Unity Park every Saturday from 8:30am - 1pm!

The beloved Adams Morgan Farmers Market is now operating at Unity Park in front of The LINE Hotel DC. Unity Park is the triangle park at the confluence of Columbia Rd., Champlain St., and Euclid St., NW. The market is celebrating its 49th year in the neighborhood. The market will be open from 8:30am - 1pm on Saturdays through Christmas.

Parking around the park will be restricted from 5am - 3pm on Saturdays for the market to allow for the vendors' trucks -- cars will be towed if they violate the parking restrictions .


Too Good To Go in AdMo

Too Good To Go is the certified B-Corp and tech-for-good company connecting consumers to surplus food that would otherwise be thrown away from local restaurants and grocery stores; such as pastries, fresh produce, sushi and more. Each meal rescued is equivalent to the carbon footprint from charging one smartphone fully 422 times. Founded in 2016, Too Good To Go has saved over 70 million meals across 15 countries.

To date, they have nearly 1,000,000 users in the United States and are working hard to expand their reach, improve the community, and strengthen their environmental impact.

Click here for more info and to sign your business up!


Small Business Progress Loan from Accion Opportunity Fund

Need access to financing to help move your business forward? With an investment from American Express, Accion Opportunity Fund can offer more businesses access to loans.


Loan with fair and transparent terms - Loan amounts range from $5,000 to $100,000 with interest rates as low as 5.99% and no prepayment penalties. Your rate and the amount you may be approved for are dependent upon your credit and financial standing.

Click here for more info and to apply


UDC & DC Chamber Employer Survey

The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) would like some input on the skills and attributes your organization is seeking from recent college graduates. They designed this survey in collaboration with the DC Chamber of Commerce and with the pandemic (and post-COVID world) in mind.


This survey should take no more than 5-10 minutes to complete. Your responses will be anonymous and compiled as part of general survey results for UDC to review.


Money Mondays - DSLBD District Capitalized

DSLBD has partnered with Kiva, a platform for financing your business using crowdsourcing tools. To learn more about how you can take advantage of this amazing opportunity to raise capital, especially if you have struggled to find financing through traditional routes, visit DSLBD.DC.gov/DCKivaHub for more information.


Join Us for 2 More Money Mondays in June

JUNE 28 @ 3 PM

It’s Personal -- Effectively Managing Personal Finances in Support of Your DC Business


FEMA’s COVID-19 funeral assistance program

Drag Queen Storytime in Unity Park

Join us for a free children’s story time outdoors monthly in Unity Park! The goal of Drag Queen Storytime is to inspire a love of reading, while teaching deeper lessons on diversity, self-love and an appreciation of others. Our first Storytime on June 13 was a big hit -- be sure to join us for the fun on one of our upcoming dates.

Visit ADMODC.ORG/STORYTIME for details.

Click here to register to attend.

Upcoming Drag Queen Storytimes:

  • Sunday, July 11 at 11am with Katie Magician
  • Sunday, August 8 at 11am with Venus
  • Sunday, September 12 at 11am with Venus

This event is in partnership with The Line Hotel DC and DC Public Library . The DC Public Library will be in attendance with additional books, information about local libraries, their famous “book bike” and more!

CBE Sustainability Survey

This summer DSLBD will partner with the Department of Energy and the Environment (DOEE) and the DC Sustainability Energy Utility as they provide free certification courses and trainings to DC-based businesses and their staff who are in or interested in getting into the green economy.


Businesses that complete the survey will be added to the list for outreach for pre-registration for this summer’s trainings.


Complete the Training Survey Here


Pledge to Win a New Bike!

Get your roll on two wheels with goDCgo! Take the pledge to bike more by June 30 and you'll be entered to win a FREE Beaumont City Bike to keep you pedaling through pandemic recovery and beyond. Biking allows you to go the distance and keep your social distance while also boosting your mental and physical health. Whether you choose to bike to work, run errands, bike for recreation, or all of the above, you are helping to reduce traffic congestion and contribute to a greener DC.



DCRA Small Business Resource Center Free Workshops & Training

Through the Small Business Resource Center (SBRC) , you can access trainings, workshops, seminars, one-on-one technical and educational assistance, and other services at no cost. Our one-on-one counseling sessions include individualized business planning, management, marketing, sales, procurement, strategic planning, and first-hand access to financing resources.


Click here to view the calendar

We've Moved!

The Adams Morgan Partnership BID offices have moved to the 2nd floor of 2424 18th Street (above the former Wawa space). Our mailing address will remain PO Box 21507, Washington, DC 20009. Kristen can still be reached at 202-997-0783 and Brian can still be reached at 202-536-9515.

Submit your events and specials!

List your Adams Morgan events and business specials on our webpage for free! Click here to go to the event submission form, fill it out completely, and click on "submit event." Event submissions are reviewed to ensure the events either take place within the Adams Morgan business district or are being put on by an Adams Morgan business, and once approved should appear on the website within 48 hours.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsor one of our community events! Partner with our community while reaching some of the city's most desirable demographics. For details, contact Kristen Barden at 202-997-0783.

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