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Carnival Nation, a dynamic community focused on showcasing the DMV’s rich multi-cultural heritage, showcases the sounds of reggae, afrobeats, soca, and kompa in the annual African + Caribbean Music & Arts Festival. (Courtesy photo via Eventbrite)

Things to Do DMV

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Aug. 22-25

by Jada Ingleton August 21, 2024August 21, 2024

Jamaal Fields-Green as "MJ" and the cast of “MJ the Musical,” at the National Theatre until Sept. 8 (Courtesy of Matthew Murphy)

‘MJ’ Brings Excitement and Music from Michael Jackson to Our Hearts

by Brenda C. Siler August 20, 2024August 20, 2024

At Hillwood Estate, Museum and Garden in Northwest D.C., intern Taylor Banks gives a short presentation. (Ja’Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

D.C. High School Students Learn About Careers in the Arts Through Bloomberg Arts Internships

by Brenda C. Siler August 14, 2024August 14, 2024

Bryan and Michael Voltaggio's first restaurant, Voltaggio Brothers at MGM National Harbor, has always been intended to serve as an elevated dining option that offers delectable food, while providing nostalgia and flair, like Voltaggi'Os, a tasty twist on SpaghettiO's, and there's the Blue Crab Pop Tart. (Micha Green/The Washington Informer)

Brothers Michael and Bryan Voltaggio Welcome Diners to Their Home Away from Home at MGM National Harbor

by Micha Green August 14, 2024August 14, 2024

From left: Sherry Williams, Tyler Frost, Taylor Frost and coach Lee James pose with championship trophies in Eastern High's trophy room. (Demarco Rush/The Washington Informer)

Frost Brothers Bring National Championships to D.C.’s Eastern High Through Esports

by Demarco Rush August 14, 2024August 14, 2024

"MJ The Musical," starring Elijah Johnson (center) as Michael Jackson, follows the development of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour and offers audiences a look into the creative mind and direction that catapulted the King of Pop into legendary status. (Courtesy of MJ The Musical via Instagram)

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Aug. 15-18

by Jada Ingleton August 14, 2024August 16, 2024

Makers Union serves a Hickory House Smoked Salmon over creamy mushroom quinoa, green beans, and mustard vinaigrette. (Courtesy of Makers Union)

The Eating is Great During RAMW’s Summer Restaurant Week, Aug. 12 to 18

by Brenda C. Siler August 12, 2024August 12, 2024

**FILE** Plaque of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, on sidewalk where shooting incident occurred (LittleT889, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons)

Lessons Still Being Learned in Ferguson, Missouri 10 Years After Michael Brown Jr.’s Death

by Brenda C. Siler August 9, 2024August 9, 2024

Four-time Grammy winner and trailblazing rapper Missy Elliott began her debut tour on July 7, and will stop at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, Aug. 8. (Courtesy of Ticketmaster)

Things to Do DMV

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Aug. 8-11

by Jada Ingleton August 7, 2024August 7, 2024

Annual DC Black Film Festival Aims to Amplify the Voices of Black Filmmakers

by Brenda C. Siler August 7, 2024August 7, 2024