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Rise and shine, Washington!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Urban deer culling, a rare greenhouse open house, and the Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Washington protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
Urban wildlife control underway: Sharpshooters are culling deer in eight Arlington parks this month to protect forests. Operations span the Potomac and Four Mile Run corridors, with meat donated to Arlington food banks — get all the details.
Uneven measles protection regionwide: Virginia confirmed 10 measles cases in early 2026, nine in Northern Virginia, but VDH says an outbreak is unlikely given high vaccination rates, while Alexandria’s lower coverage lags neighbors — see how rates compare.
Scalable model fuels growth: Skin Pharm, a Nashville cosmetic dermatology brand, opened its fifteenth clinic in Arlington, Virginia on February 26, marking entry into the Northeast and offering neuromodulators, microneedling, and Gold Infusion treatments — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
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Botanical beauty upgrade: Take Care Shop is a low-key Georgetown refuge for plant-based skincare, makeup, and aromatherapy, plus a serene spa when your face needs a tune-up. You’ll find serums to restock, scents to sample, and a vibe that leaves you feeling a bit more human than your calendar allows.
Monument-side swing fix: Weekday quick nine or unrushed 18 at East Potomac Golf Links means postcard monuments, breezy fairways, and a Toptracer-powered range that finally explains why that “power fade” was a slice. A low-stress, high-fun loop your clubs have been craving.
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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🍷 Food, Wine & Beauty: An Evening with Robert Pinsky @ Arts Club of Washington | Friday (3/6) at 7:30 PM – Swap Netflix for a fireside chat with former Poet Laureate Robert Pinsky, plus food, wine, and a mini craft lesson at the Arts Club. Part tribute to Alan Cheuse, part salon, all grown-up conversation. Think dinner party where the small talk got tenure.
🌿 USBG Production Facility Open House @ US Botanic Garden Production Facility | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – The Garden is cracking open its greenhouse doors for a rare peek at orchids, carnivorous oddballs, and other off-display divas. Free with registration, plus actual gardeners to quiz. Bring curiosity, comfy shoes, and transit, unless you’re dying to pay 25 bucks to park.
🌱 Families Together: Farming and Gardening @ National Museum of American History | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Whether you can keep a basil plant alive or rely on Safeway, bring the crew for a Smithsonian hands-dirty class on planting, harvesting, shovels, and tractors. It kicks off in the American History Museum, includes a wander through the exhibits, and explains where dinner starts.
🏀 The Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour @ Capital One Arena | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM – Trade your Saturday chores for a 100-year celebration as the Harlem Globetrotters turn physics into a suggestion. Expect ridiculous handles, gravity-defying dunks, and kid-hyping antics, plus that shiny Golden Basketball, pre-game fun, and post-game high-fives. Bring the grandkids, or borrow some.
🇬 Ghana’s 69th Independence Day @ Ole Jim At Gallaudet University | Saturday (3/7) at 5:00 PM – Skip the Saturday shuffle and head to Gallaudet’s Ole Jim for Ghana’s 69th Independence celebration with Deaf Ghanaians in America. Expect rich culture, music you can feel, hands-waving applause, and jollof-worthy bragging rights. Finally, a party where you can have a conversation, or sign one.
🍀 St. Patrick’s March @ Peace Monument | Sunday (3/8) at 11:00 AM – Trade the green-beer chaos for a proper St. Paddy’s march by the Peace Monument, Capitol views included. It’s on-foot only, with dancers, dogs, and music, then a pub wind-down where your pup and speaker take a breather outside. Wear good shoes, bring good humor.
🧵 Indigo & Shibori 101 @ Rhizome DC | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Backyard craft therapy with actual results. Learn indigo and shibori basics, mix a real vat, tie up pretty patterns, and leave with a bandana you’ll actually wear, plus any small, natural fiber pieces you bring. Dress for stains, and embrace the pretty mess.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Washington report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 37°F – Low: 31°F – Precip: 40%
A chance of snow after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 37. East wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of snow before 1am, then a slight chance of freezing rain and rain and snow. Cloudy, with a low around 31. Southeast wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Little or no ice accumulation expected.
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Tomorrow – High: 51°F – Low: 45°F – Precip: 83%
Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 51. South wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Little or no ice accumulation expected. Later: Rain likely. Cloudy, with a low around 45. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
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