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Buying electric bikes just got more affordable in D.C.

Lower-income riders could get up to $1,500 for a standard e-bike, plus money off maintenance, bike locks and more.

When to expect peak fall foliage in D.C.

Your window to view the bright hues might be trickier to predict, as climate change impacts when leaves change.

Small town fall festivals worth the trek from D.C.

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D.C. weekend: Art All Night, Coffee Festival and more

Check out Art All Night, the D.C. Coffee Festival, a Nigerian Independence Day festival, drag queen wrestling and more.

This weekend in D.C., check out Art All Night across all eight wards, the D.C. Coffee Festival, a Nigerian Independence Day festival, drag queen wrestling and more.

An image showing four photos from an art event: The top left image shows someone drawing, the top right image shows a painting of a girl, the bottom left shows a man playing guitar and the bottom right shows a group holding up a piece of artwork that looks like puzzle pieces. 

World Central Kitchen releases new cookbook

Global recipes and moving stories from José Andrés' hunger relief nonprofit.

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World Central Kitchen just released their <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="first cookbook" data-vars-click-url="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/711636/the-world-central-kitchen-cookbook-by-jose-andres-and-world-central-kitchen-with-sam-chapple-sokol/?ref=PRH81CC5C33F2F1&amp;aid=37231&amp;linkid=PRH81CC5C33F2F1" data-vars-content-id="2743d74b-ba50-4244-935a-dd27c1d475d5" data-vars-headline="World Central Kitchen releases new cookbook" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/711636/the-world-central-kitchen-cookbook-by-jose-andres-and-world-central-kitchen-with-sam-chapple-sokol/?ref=PRH81CC5C33F2F1&amp;aid=37231&amp;linkid=PRH81CC5C33F2F1" target="_blank">first cookbook</a>, packed with global recipes and moving stories from José Andrés&#x27; hunger relief nonprofit.Why it matters: This isn&#x27;t your average chef&#x27;s book — inside you&#x27;ll find unique, often comforting recipes, like Ukrainian borscht served to refugees or chili that fueled California wildfire fighters, plus favorite dishes from WCK supporters (earmark Michelle Obama&#x27;s breakfast tacos).

Cover of the World Central Kitchen cookbook

Oktoberfest and other beer-filled events in the D.C. area

Oktoberfest is in full swing, and there are tons of beer-filled festivities through mid-October.Why it matters: Crisp fall weekends are made for boots and brats.

A group of four people dressed for Oktoberfest 

Best lunch stops in Virginia wine country

If you&#x27;re vineyard hopping, or just out for a fall day trip, plan a leisurely lunch or grab a picnic in Virginia wine and hunt country.My favorites: An English-style pub, a romantic patio…

You all are California dreamin&#x27; — when it comes to places you would move if you left the DMV.<ul><li>In our <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Axios D.C. survey" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2023/09/15/where-to-live-dmv" data-vars-content-id="2ad78df1-c7ff-403e-9203-8bb731153140" data-vars-headline="Where D.C. residents would move to if they left the DMV" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2023/09/15/where-to-live-dmv" target="_self">Axios D.C. survey</a> from last week, 13% picked California as their top destination. The warmth, beautiful nature, and the ocean all added up for readers.</li></ul>

Get Capitals merch for cheap at the team's weekend garage sale

The Capitals are hosting a &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="garage sale" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nhl.com/capitals/news/capitals-to-host-garage-sale-sept-23-at-medstar-capitals-iceplex" data-vars-content-id="11499a1b-c80f-4af6-96cb-0bd421e701d1" data-vars-headline="Get Capitals merch for cheap at the team&#x27;s weekend garage sale" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nhl.com/capitals/news/capitals-to-host-garage-sale-sept-23-at-medstar-capitals-iceplex" target="_blank">garage sale</a>&quot; on Saturday with tons of merch and swag.Why it matters: When the Caps clean closet, fans can get good deals — plus proceeds benefit charity Monumental Sports &amp; Entertainment Foundation.

D.C. weekend events: Panda Palooza, Jonas Brothers and more

Check out Panda Palooza at the National Zoo, a painting brunch, a floating concert on the river and more.

This weekend in D.C., check out Panda Palooza at the National Zoo, the DAR Museum&#x27;s paint brunch, a floating concert on the river and more.

What's new and next at Union Market

Fresh options for tacos, indie fashion, local art and more.

The Union Market District is among the fastest-growing, hottest neighborhoods in D.C.Why it matters: In just over two decades, the area has gone from a place you&#x27;d mostly visit to catch a Greyhound bus, to one of D.C.&#x27;s most eclectic, destination-worthy spots for shopping, dining, and entertainment — not to mention walkable livability.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg's iconic collar is up for auction in Virginia

The fierce silver collar was RBG's chosen statement piece for a rare Supreme Court justice portrait in 2018.

The late Ruth Bader Ginsburg&#x27;s famous Supreme Court &quot;Pegasus&quot; collar is up for auction in Alexandria.Why it matters: The fierce silver collar was RBG&#x27;s chosen statement piece for a rare Supreme Court justice portrait in 2018 — her first day back on the job after recovering from a fall and fractured ribs.

A 2018 photo of the Supreme Court Justices that highlights Ruth Bader Ginsburg's necklace

Massive new beer hall Astro opens in Shirlington

Astro Beer Hall — a massive indoor/outdoor brew bar, fried chicken joint, and coffee shop — opens today in Shirlington.Why it matters: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="all-day destination" data-vars-click-url="https://www.astrobeerhall.com/" data-vars-content-id="904c9877-d189-490d-9d3d-6862ef014b38" data-vars-headline="Massive new beer hall Astro opens in Shirlington" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.astrobeerhall.com/" target="_blank">all-day destination</a> is a fun collab between local talents <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Astro Doughnuts &amp; Fried Chicken" data-vars-click-url="https://astrodoughnuts.com/" data-vars-content-id="904c9877-d189-490d-9d3d-6862ef014b38" data-vars-headline="Massive new beer hall Astro opens in Shirlington" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://astrodoughnuts.com/" target="_blank">Astro Doughnuts &amp; Fried Chicken</a> and the bar masterminds Tin Shop (<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Franklin Hall" data-vars-click-url="https://www.franklinhalldc.com/" data-vars-content-id="904c9877-d189-490d-9d3d-6862ef014b38" data-vars-headline="Massive new beer hall Astro opens in Shirlington" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.franklinhalldc.com/" target="_blank">Franklin Hall</a>, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Highline RxR" data-vars-click-url="https://www.highlinerxr.com/" data-vars-content-id="904c9877-d189-490d-9d3d-6862ef014b38" data-vars-headline="Massive new beer hall Astro opens in Shirlington" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.highlinerxr.com/" target="_blank">Highline RxR</a>), plus a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Compass Coffee" data-vars-click-url="https://www.compasscoffee.com/" data-vars-content-id="904c9877-d189-490d-9d3d-6862ef014b38" data-vars-headline="Massive new beer hall Astro opens in Shirlington" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.compasscoffee.com/" target="_blank">Compass Coffee</a>-fueled cafe.

A mural of an astronaut holding a beer at the new Astro Beer Hall 

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