August 20, 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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AdMo Vibe features Justin Trawick & The Common Good in Kalorama Park on Thursday!
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Note:
last week's concert featuring The Montaines was canceled because of the weather. That event has been rescheduled for Thursday, August 28.
The Adams Morgan Partnership Business Improvement District is proud to announce the return of
AdMo Vibe
, the neighborhood’s free summer concert series celebrating live local music, community creativity, and the unique spirit of Adams Morgan.
The AdMo Vibe Summer Concert Series brings neighbors together to enjoy local music and energize our public spaces. Following the initial kick-off, each Thursday concert will feature a different D.C.-based artist performing in Kalorama Park on Columbia Road at Belmont Road.
More than a dozen Adams Morgan businesses will be offering specials before, during, and after the concerts.
Restaurant specials and business discounts are available on the
website
!
Upcoming 2025 AdMo Vibe Schedule:
Concerts run from 6:00- 7:30 PM and are free and open to all ages. Guests are encouraged to bring a takeout dinner to the park from neighborhood restaurants and explore all that Adams Morgan has to offer before and after the concert —from vibrant outdoor dining spaces and global cuisine to colorful boutiques and locally owned shops.
The 2025 AdMo Vibe Summer Concert Series is generously sponsored by
Pepco
,
Anthony Salinas
and
Roda Car Repair
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Sign Up For Dine All Night 2025
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CALLING DC RESTAURANTS!!
Register now for
Dine All Night
, an exceptional dining experience that seamlessly combines the worlds of culinary arts and Art All Night!
Don’t miss out on Dine All Night!
Registration closes on August 25
Click Here to sign up
and showcase your menu to DC’s late-night food lovers.
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Adams Morgan Farmers Market
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The Adams Morgan Farmers Market 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: Sourdough Olive; Fig Jam Brioche; Bell Pepper, Onion, & Mozzarella Focaccia; Cinnamon Raisin Babka
Come to the Adams Morgan Farmers Market for fresh picked, chemical free (and tariff free) produce. We're entering the peak summer season so look for these during August and September:
Our farm staff wants you to look forward during in the next two months for:
Eggplant; Cucumbers; Cantaloupes; Chicory Root; Apples; Hot peppers; Bell Peppers; Cauliflower; Broccoli; Herbs; Basil; Pears; Amaranth; String Beans.
...and other summer goodies and they say some surprises along with, from our partner orchard:
Peaches; Pears; Plums; Apples and other seasonal fruits
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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Help DDC Capture the Impact of Trump's Executive Order on DC Businesses
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Destination DC (DDC) is interested in understanding how the recent executive order may have affected business in Washington, DC. Specifically, we are looking at cancellations, lost business or reduced attendance since the announcement on Monday, August 11th. Your feedback is critical. Responses will be shared in aggregate only to ensure the true impact on our community is understood.
Please take 2-3 minutes to
complete the survey
by
Friday, August 22nd
.
Your participation will help strengthen DDC’s advocacy efforts on behalf of the industry and the city.
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Champlain Street Substation Project Update
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Pepco is in the early stages of a multi-year project to upgrade the Champlain Street Substation that was built in 1930. The project is expected to be completed by December 2028. For more information there is a flyer available for download
here
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Champlain Substation CAG Meeting
Thursday, September 11, 2025
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Join Virtually
(to view the presentation):
Join by Phone
(to hear presentation only):
(443) 529-0267 Conference ID - 489 222 36#
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Airplane Mode at The LINE DC
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Beat the Sunday Scaries with AIRPLANE MODE — a series of offline gatherings this fall designed to bring young people back to third spaces and foster creativity, connection, and community.
Our kickoff event begins with watercoloring, reading, letter writing, and collaging at The LINE DC, followed by a panel conversation on the role of third spaces in civic life featuring Tyson Ritter (The All-American Rejects), Shamichael Hallman (Urban Libraries Council), and Rebecca Davis (Join or Die, NBC News).
📍 Sunday, August 24 | 4–7pm @
The LINE DC
🎟️ Free & all supplies provided — just bring yourself and leave your phone on ✈️ Mode.
Hosted by The Aspen Institute’s Center for Rising Generations.
👉
RSVP here
+ follow @airplanemode.ig & @aspenrisinggen
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Summer Restaurant Week in Adams Morgan
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Adams Morgan restaurants participating in
RAMW's Summer Restaurant
week include:
Restaurant week continues through August 24
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Upcoming Training and Webinars
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ServSafe Certification – Free Classes & Exam Options Available!
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Free In-Person ServSafe Food Manager Classes + Exam at RAMW:
RAMW is offering free ServSafe Food Manager training and exams at our office. These in-person sessions are a great opportunity to certify or re-certify at no cost. Space is limited, so register early!
Register for ServSafe Classes
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Recertify Exam Options - Exam Session Only:
Get your Food or Alcohol Manager certificate immediately upon passing the online exam with our proctor.
Register for an Exam Session
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These classes, along with a range of technical assistance seminars and workshops, are available at no cost to District of Columbia residents and foodservice, restaurant, and hospitality businesses through September 30, 2025.
New Dates Added! Free Spanish ServSafe Available Through September
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Zero-Cost:
This Program is being funded, partially or fully, through the District of Columbia Executive Office of the Mayor - Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development.
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Sign-Up Now:
Classes run monthly through September at RAMW's office (2112 Pennsylvania Ave. NW).
Register today
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Next sessions:
Tuesday, August 26; from 9am to 5pm
and
Tuesday, September 23; from 9am to 5pm
Webinar: Congressional Assistance
Did you know that your US Senators and House Representatives can sometimes help resolve issues with federal immigration agencies? In this webinar hosted by RAMW Allied Member Grossman Young & Hammond, you’ll learn when congressional intervention can make a difference, the right way to request help, and what congressional offices can and cannot do.
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Privacy Waivers:
You will learn what they are and how they can help if you are detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
FREE TO ATTEND! Virtual on Zoom
Tuesday, September 9, 2025 from 10:30am - 11:30am
Register Here
Anti-Sexual Harassment Classes at RAMW
Tipped Wage Workers Fairness Act (TWWF) Anti-Harassment Training - The Tipped Wage Workers Fairness Amendment Act (TWWF) requires that DC businesses that employ at least one tipped wage worker must receive anti-sexual harassment training by an OHR-certified trainer, for everyone on staff, every two years. The training can be completed online or in person.
Virtual sessions are held monthly and are open to DC restaurant employees, managers, owners, and operators.
Next Session:
Tuesday, September 9 at 10:00 am
Register Here
for TWWF Training
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Call for Volunteers:
2025 IDA Annual Conference & Marketplace
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This is a great opportunity to contribute to the
International Downtown Association's (IDA)
event of the year! IDA is seeking enthusiastic volunteers for our annual conference, co-hosted by the DowntownDC BID, taking place at the Capital Hilton Hotel in Washington D.C. from
September 23-27, 2025
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There are a variety of engaging roles available, including hotel greeting and wayfinding, assisting with breakout sessions, managing registration, and supporting our receptions. These roles are perfect for:
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Students looking to gain practical experience and volunteer hours
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Professionals needing to fulfill volunteer hours
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Urban Place Management Organizations wanting to gain knowledge but unable to attend the full conference
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Individuals with an interest in event management or downtown development
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Family and friends of our organizations
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Individuals wanting to celebrate IDA, DowntownDC BID and our attendees in all that we do!
While these are unpaid, voluntary positions, IDA will provide volunteers with a complimentary volunteer t-shirt and light beverages/snacks to keep you energized throughout your shift.
Ready to Make a Difference?
You can find detailed descriptions of all volunteer roles and sign up directly
through this LINK
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Apply for Inc.'s Best in Business Awards
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The Inc. Best in Business awards celebrate the projects and initiatives that were true business wins for your company over the past year. Whether it is about a new innovation, a standout marketing campaign, a creative use of AI, or a bold move that paid off, Inc. wants to hear your story.
Describe a successful project or business win and find your company among the winners that will be featured on Inc.com and in the pages of Inc. magazine. Hundreds of companies will be named to the Best in Business list, with even more recognized in several standout categories.
Now’s your chance to earn national—and global—recognition for the success you’ve had. Submit your project today and let the world see what makes your company the best in business.
Click here
for more information and to apply.
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August 22, 2025, 12pm
Cybersecurity for Small Businesses
Get an overview of the cybersecurity environment and how it directly affects small businesses.
August 26, 2025, 12pm
Cash Flow Management Basics
Understanding cash flow is crucial for your business. You must monitor cash flow constantly to make sure your checking account always has a positive balance and that you’re bringing in more cash than you’re spending. If not, you need to revise your plans.
August 28, 2025, 12pm
Developing Financial Projections for Your New Small Business
You’re starting or have started your new small business. Great!! But... you’re worried about what your sales will be, or if you can make a profit and how you will manage your cash flow. If you need help in any of these areas, this webinar is for you! We’ll review calculating your startup costs, projecting sales, creating a projected profit and loss statement and cashflow statement.
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Monday, September 23; 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
1100 4th Street SW
Connect with colleagues, meet DLCP senior leadership and managers, and enjoy light refreshments while networking with members of the community.
The program will include a warm welcome and remarks from DLCP Director Tiffany Crowe, followed by insights from DLCP senior leadership and managers.
Click here
to register on Eventbrite
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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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💸Exelon Corporate Giving Program
Amount: Variable
Learn more here
Provides grants to nonprofit organizations that demonstrate a proven track record in addressing key community needs. Funding priorities include education, the environment, arts and culture, and local programs and services.
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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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