November 5, 2025
Updates from Adams Morgan
Click Here
to see previous updates in our newsletter archive
Check
ObviouslyDC.com
for the latest in DC government funding and grant opportunities for businesses.
Be prepared. Visit to
Ready.DC.gov
for preparedness information for a
variety of hazards including manmade and natural disasters.
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November AMPBID Board Meeting
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The next board meeting of the Adams Morgan Partnership Business Improvement District (AMPBID) Board of Directors will be on
Tuesday, November 11 at 5pm via Zoom
.
Click here
to attend the board meeting via Zoom on Tuesday, November 11 at 5pm.
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Adams Morgan PorchFest was HUGE!
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Massive appreciation goes out to everyone who joined us on Saturday to enjoy our biggest PorchFest ever in some spectacular November weather. We're especially thankful to the volunteers, porch hosts, and of course the musicians who entertained us throughout the day.
And we want to send a special heartfelt thank you to all of our Adams Morgan neighbors who not only tolerate this event, but embrace it as their own.
Official PorchFest T-shirts are nearly sold out!
As this is being written, we believe there are still some shirts available at
ACE Hardware
, and only one left at both
Because Science
and
Smash Records
.
Urban Dwell
is completely sold out
. The shirts are $20.
Special thanks to our sponsors
who help make this event possible:
Aetna
,
Pepco
,
Devil's Backbone Brewing Company
,
Jubilee Housing
,
Colonial Parking
,
Lars Etzkorn Law PLLC
,
DC Fray
, and
The Silva
.
Adams Morgan PorchFest will return in the Spring and Fall of 2026 (dates tbd). Thank you all for continuing to make this one of the best events in all of DC!
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Adams Morgan Farmers Market
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The Adams Morgan Farmers Market at Unity Park (
Champlain St. at Columbia Rd., NW
) is open for the season on
Saturdays
from
8:30am - 12:30pm
featuring
Licking Creek Bend Farm
and
Ravenhook Bakehouse. Remie's Flowers and Plants
are back as well.
Ravenhook will be featuring: Apple Pie Brioche; Cranberry Walnut Bread; Focaccia with Olives, Artichoke, and Parmesan; Pecan Pie Bars
Come to the Adams Morgan Farmers Market for fresh picked,
chemical-free (and tariff-free) produce. We're entering the fall season. Our amazing, hard working staff tells us the fall will produce:
a wide variety of Winter Squashes, Arugula, Beets, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Eggplant, Melons, Chicory Root, Apples, Hot peppers, Herbs, Basil, Pears, Amaranth, String Beans Snap Peas, Garlic and Collard Greens, Jerusalem (also called) Sun Chokes
...and other fall goodies and they say some surprises along with seasonal fruits from our partner orchard.
Plastic bags are no longer available from the market, so please remember your own bags!
2025 CSA Season Membership is now open.
Click here
for more information, including the membership form.
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National Pupusa Day Celebration – Saturday, November 9!
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El Tamarindo (1785 Florida Ave. NW) is bringing back one of their favorite annual traditions — National Pupusa Day! Join in for a full day of family-friendly fun, cultura, and all the pupusas your heart desires.
Kids’ Pupusa-Making Workshop
:
Let the little ones get hands-on in a fun, interactive class where they’ll learn how to make their own pupusas from scratch. Registration is just $5 per child and includes all materials. Purchase tickets
HERE
!
Live Music, Food & Culture:
Enjoy live music, sip on your favorite drinks, and celebrate Salvadoran culture with us.
Click here
for restaurant reservations.
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Don't miss the chance to make your restaurant or bar a featured destination during
DC Cocktail Week, running December 1st through 7th!
This week-long celebration highlights the incredible depth of our local cocktail culture, and is designed to drive engaged diners to you.
Every participating location is included in our extensive marketing campaign, utilizing RAMW’s powerful consumer reach, strategic ad buys, and social media platforms.
Opt-in to host a special event during the week - a tasting, masterclass, or themed happy hour - to further showcase your unique cocktail culture and convert curious patrons into dedicated regulars.
Click here
for more info and to sign up.
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Veterans Day Extended Hours, Office Closure
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In observance of Veterans Day, ABCA’s office will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, and will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Extended Holiday Hours
For Veterans Day, alcohol licensed establishments enrolled in the Extended Holiday Hours Program may sell, serve, and allow on-premises consumption of alcohol during these dates and times:
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Starting the evening of Friday, November 7, and ending at 4:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 9.
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Continuing the evening of Monday, November 10, and ending at 4:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 11.
Licensees may confirm enrollment by locating their establishment’s name on the 2
025 Veterans Day Extended Hours Roster
. If you believe your establishment was omitted by error, email
ABCA.AlcoholLicensing@dc.gov
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Many Ways to Participate in DC 2050 This Fall
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The DC Office of Planning is offering many options for residents
to raise their voice for the District’s future this fall. You can
attend a November workshop, stop by the agency’s table at
events, explore Storymaps on the project website on your own
time, or reserve time to chat 1-on-1. Choose the path that works
for you!
Fall workshops (register for either event at
DC2050.com
):
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Thursday, November 6 from 6-8pm
at the Office of Planning (899 N. Capitol St. NE)
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Saturday, November 15 from 11am-1pm
at the Office of Planning (899 N. Capitol St. NE)
DC 2050 will guide where and how we build new housing, grow
job opportunities, connect neighborhoods, preserve our history,
and invest in services.
To learn more, visit
DC2050.com
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Metro Message - A Community Conversation
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Join in for the next Metro Message – A Community Conversation. This meeting will cover several important Metro topics.
Please register to join.
Make sure to use one of these web browsers: Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Dial in by phone: +1-206-899-2028, Phone conference ID: 834 692 214#
Agenda:
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Major Construction
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FY26 Rail & Bus Service Updates
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Tap. Ride. Go.
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50th Anniversary
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Upcoming Metro Events
Note: Participant's cameras will be disabled and microphones muted during the presentation. Questions may be submitted throughout the meeting using the Microsoft Teams Q&A function. Participants will also have an opportunity to ask questions during Q&A.
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Register Now: Sustainability Virtual Group Expert Open Hours
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Are you a business owner working in—or curious about—the green and sustainable business space? Join on
November 6
for Sustainability Group Expert Open Hours, a virtual session hosted by the Fehlig Group in partnership with WACIF.
This is your opportunity to connect with sustainability experts Mary and Liz from the Fehlig Group to ask questions, gain strategic insights, and explore how to grow or transition your business within the green economy. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale your impact, this session is designed to help guide you forward.
What to Expect:
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Live group Q&A with sustainability experts
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Strategic guidance tailored to green/sustainable businesses
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A supportive space to share challenges and ideas
Click here
to reserve your spot.
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Small Business Essentials Certificate Program
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SCORE is excited to announce that you can now purchase all the
Small Business Essential Series (SBE)
webinars in a single purchase for $35.
You must complete your purchase before November 10 at 5:00 pm EST.
Dates and times for this month's SBE webinars are listed below. Each webinar can also be purchased separately.
REGISTER
The webinars in this series start at 12 PM ET and last for 90 minutes.
In Honor of Veteran's Day
You served our country—now let SCORE serve you! This powerful webinar highlights the unique advantages, challenges, and opportunities available to veterans pursuing small business ownership.
November 11 | 11:30am | free
Small Business Opportunities for Veterans
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Updates to the District Enterprise System (DES) — Register for Training
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The Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) is pleased to announce new improvements to the District Enterprise System (DES), your all-in-one portal for Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) certification, grants, and business engagement. Please note that the updated system will go into effect on November 21st.
These updates are designed to make doing business in the District easier, faster, and more transparent — aligning with Mayor Bowser’s Growth Agenda to strengthen DC’s local business ecosystem and streamline how CBEs connect to opportunities across District government.
To help you navigate the new system features and enhancements, DSLBD is hosting a virtual training session on
Monday, November 17th, 2025, from 10:00 to 2:00 PM
. During these sessions, you’ll learn how to:
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Access and manage your account with ease
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Submit applications and documents more efficiently
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Track your status and communications in real time
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Explore new business resources to help your company grow
Register for DES Training and Information Session
Monday, November 17, 2025. 10:00-2:00 PM
Click here
to reserve a spot
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Rebooting Your Business After a Crisis – External Recovery & Rebuilding
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When disaster disrupts your business, stabilizing internal operations is only the beginning. The next step is external recovery – getting your products and services back to market, re-engaging customers, and building resilience for the future.
In partnership with
Verizon Small Business Digital Ready (VSBDR)
, this free, one-hour webinar will provide practical guidance on:
Restoring operations and addressing supply chain setbacks
Communicating transparently with customers and partners
Revising your preparedness plan based on lessons learned
Tuesday, November 18 | 2:00 – 3:00 PM ET
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Register Now
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Small Business Resource Center
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DC APEX Accelerators help businesses
DC APEX Accelerator
offers personalized business counseling and competitive insights for navigating the government contracting process successfully.
If you already have experience working on government contracts and are looking for help to secure other contracts, we are available to help. At the DC APEX Accelerator, businesses get help with strategies to pursue state, local, and federal government contracts.
The full calendar of upcoming events can be found
here
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💸Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Application
Amount: Free Business Training
Deadline: Rolling
Learn more here
We look for applicants who are passionate about growing their business and creating jobs in their communities who generally meet these criteria: - Small business owner or co-owner - Business revenues over $75,000 in the most recent fiscal year - Business in operation for 2+ years -Business with 2+ employees (including the owner).
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Additional Funding Opportunities:
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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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BOARD MEETINGS
The Board of Directors of the Adams Morgan Partnership Business Improvement District meets on the second Tuesday of every month (except August, October, and December).
Meetings are currently being held online and begin at 5pm.
Our Annual Meeting is held in March. Contact
Brian Barrie
for information about attending board meetings.
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Adams Morgan Partnership
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