Carl’s Corner

Well folks, I may be the greatest writer of all time (insert humbleness here).

100% percent of you loved the write-up I did last week.

My dad was so proud of me that he started crying tears of joy after reading the article for himself:

My boss has let me do another newsletter for the fourth week in a row.

And this time… I’ve been promoted to senior deputy coordinator of content marketing strategy (NoVA job titles am I right?)

So, there’s gonna be some changes around here. Today, we’re trying a new format.

Just live events and quick hits, no big idea this time.

Let us know what you think of this new format using the poll at the bottom of this post.

Let’s get to it.

— Carl 🤠 | SDCCMS @ Just Outside D.C.

Bulletin Board 📌 

Reader Restaurant Recommendation: One of our readers, Beth, recommends you guys check out Euro Bistro in Herndon.

Beth says it’s a wonderful fusion of Austrian and Asian flavors and dishes. This place is always reliable in providing a tasty meal year in and year out. 

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QUICK HITS 

• Giant pandas are back at the National Zoo. Meet Bao Li and Qing Bao.

• George Mason University lands a $5M donation for their performing arts hall.

• It’s hurricane season in Virginia now. Here’s a shortlist on how to not get caught off guard by a storm.

• Night at the Museum | the Smithsonian is putting on a bunch of kids summer camps starting in a couple weeks.

LIVE EVENT LOWDOWN

• Burgers, Beer and Bingo | the perfect trifecta will be available at the Calico in DC starting on Sunday.

• Friday’s at Fort Totten | the free concert series kicks off tonight at the Modern Art Palace.

• MET Fest | the DC area’s largest gaming and esports festival is happening tomorrow.

• The Beach Boys (with John Stamos) are performing at Wolf Trap.

• Occoquan RiverFest & Craft Show | Over 250 artisans will fill the streets of the historic district for a weekend of family fun. 

• Sweetheart Bollywood Ball | an evening of dancing and South Asian culture. Children are invited to come for a fancy “date” with their parent or guardian.

• Art at The PARC | a pop-up art gallery that showcases renowned photographers’ perspectives on the diverse aspects of aging.

• Craft Market at Lost Boy Cider | a sip-and-shop event with award-winning ciders plus a ton of artisan wares available.

• Friday Night Live is back with a performance by Under the Covers.

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