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Feb 11 | Free Community Floral Design Workshop
Feb 11 | Free Community Floral Design Workshop

The workshop will be held at Martha’s Table at The Commons.

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Feb 12 - April 23 | Community in a Cup & Candle: A Creative Class from Project Create
Feb 12 - April 23 | Community in a Cup & Candle: A Creative Class from Project Create

These classes are free!

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In Remembrance of Officer Brian T. Gibson
In Remembrance of Officer Brian T. Gibson

Twenty-nine years ago today, the District lost one of its own.

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Frank Johnson Jr. Arrested for 2023 Nightclub Homicide
Frank Johnson Jr. Arrested for 2023 Nightclub Homicide

Three men and one woman suffered from gunshot wounds.

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Alvin Ponson Jr. Arrested for Back-To-Back Armed Robberies
Alvin Ponson Jr. Arrested for Back-To-Back Armed Robberies

Also charged for Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine.

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🌟 Life in Wood: Anacostia River Walk — Opening Reception at Honfleur Gallery
🌟 Life in Wood: Anacostia River Walk — Opening Reception at Honfleur Gallery

Celebrating the artistic legacy of Washington, DC cultural artist John Zaire El-Badr Cauley!

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🌟 Why Choosing an Independent, Family-Owned Vet Matters in DC
🌟 Why Choosing an Independent, Family-Owned Vet Matters in DC

Independent clinics are owned by veterinarians—not corporations or private equity firms.

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SPONSOREDThe Advoc8teFebruary 5, 2026UNION VET CLINICComment
Feb 5 | Film Screening & Discussion: Paul Laurence Dunbar — Beyond the Mask
Feb 5 | Film Screening & Discussion: Paul Laurence Dunbar — Beyond the Mask

The first African American poet to gain national and international recognition.

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teFebruary 5, 2026ANACOSTIA MUSEUMComment
Feb 7 | Carter G. Woodson House NHS Celebration of 100 Years of Black History
Feb 7 | Carter G. Woodson House NHS Celebration of 100 Years of Black History

Free activities for youth and families!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teFebruary 5, 2026BLACK HISTORY MONTHComment
Feb 7 | MidnightRose: Poetry, Prose, and Love in Black History Month
Feb 7 | MidnightRose: Poetry, Prose, and Love in Black History Month

A reading by Alexa Patrick and Karl W. Carter, Jr.

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teFebruary 5, 2026BLACK HISTORY MONTHComment
Feb 8 | Super Bowl Sunday, Caribbean Style at Sapodilla’s
Feb 8 | Super Bowl Sunday, Caribbean Style at Sapodilla’s

All-night happy hour, plus food and drink specials!

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EVENTSThe Advoc8teFebruary 5, 2026SAPODILLA'SComment
Feb 11 | Free Community Floral Design Workshop
Feb 11 | Free Community Floral Design Workshop

The workshop will be held at Martha’s Table at The Commons.

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teFebruary 5, 2026ANACOSTIA MUSEUMComment
Feb 12 - April 23 | Community in a Cup & Candle: A Creative Class from Project Create
Feb 12 - April 23 | Community in a Cup & Candle: A Creative Class from Project Create

These classes are free!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teFebruary 5, 2026PROJECT CREATEComment
Local Businesses Encouraged to Get RFK-Ready
Local Businesses Encouraged to Get RFK-Ready

Apply Now to Become a Certified Business Enterprise

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Feb 14 |  Valentine’s Candlelit Kemetic Yoga and Meditation at Honfleur Gallery
Feb 14 | Valentine’s Candlelit Kemetic Yoga and Meditation at Honfleur Gallery

Space is limited so get your tickets now!

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EVENTSThe Advoc8teFebruary 5, 2026HONFLEUR GALLERYComment
Feb 14 | Ward 8 Clergy and Faith Leaders Meeting
Feb 14 | Ward 8 Clergy and Faith Leaders Meeting

Honoring Black history, celebrating Black love!

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MEETINGThe Advoc8teFebruary 5, 2026Ward 8 Faith LeadersComment
Ka’Ron Davis Arrested for 9th Street Robbery (PickPocket)
Ka’Ron Davis Arrested for 9th Street Robbery (PickPocket)

The victim’s property was recovered and returned. 

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MPDThe Advoc8teFebruary 5, 2026ROBBERYComment
🌟 Life in Wood: Anacostia River Walk — Opening Reception at Honfleur Gallery
🌟 Life in Wood: Anacostia River Walk — Opening Reception at Honfleur Gallery

Celebrating the artistic legacy of Washington, DC cultural artist John Zaire El-Badr Cauley!

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SPONSOREDThe Advoc8teFebruary 4, 2026HONFLEUR GALLERYComment
Feb 5 | Film Screening & Discussion: Paul Laurence Dunbar — Beyond the Mask
Feb 5 | Film Screening & Discussion: Paul Laurence Dunbar — Beyond the Mask

The first African American poet to gain national and international recognition.

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Feb 5 | DPW Special Waste Collection Event: Free Drop-Off for DC Residents
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