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CEO and co-founder Antonique Smith performs with New Bethel Choir at Climate Revival’s launch event on Sept. 13, a reflection of the nonprofit’s commitment to integrating faith with creativity in a call to action. (Jada Ingleton/The Washington Informer)

Antonique Smith, Rev. Lennox Yearwood Launch Climate Revival

by Jada Ingleton October 2, 2024October 2, 2024

**FILE** The UDC JAZZAlive trio led by saxophonist Tracey Cutler performs at Flavor Garden Restaurant during Art All Night 2023. This year’s Art All Night will happen throughout the city on Sept. 27 and 28. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

D.C. Celebrates Local Talent, Artistry with Annual Art All Night Festival

by Jada Ingleton September 25, 2024September 25, 2024

Hosted on Sept. 21, the annual H Street Festival is a celebration of local businesses and community, attracting about 150,000 participants annually with a mission to showcase the arts, diversity and culture of H Street. (Ja’Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

Annual H Street Festival Expands Entrepreneurship, Amplifies D.C. Culture

by Jada Ingleton September 25, 2024September 25, 2024

The Marley Brothers – Ziggy, Stephen, Julian, Ky-Mani and Damian – will stop at Jiffy Lube Live in Virginia on Friday, Sept. 27 as part of “The Marley Brothers: The Legacy Tour,” their first outing together in two decades. Produced by Live Nation, the 22-date tour honors their father’s worldwide impact by performing both individual hits and classic Bob Marley songs. (Courtesy of the Marley Brothers via Instagram)

Things to Do DMV

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Sept. 26-29

by Jada Ingleton September 25, 2024September 25, 2024

Second-year teacher Blake Pierre’s 2024 painting “Kristos” was one of the many featured artworks at the “Ellington Works: 50 Years and the Next” exhibition. Inspired by Christ-like figures and mythology related to Christ, the portrait interprets the psychological process of enlightenment in human beings. (Jada Ingleton/The Washington Informer)

Duke Ellington School of the Arts Celebrates 50th Anniversary With a Collaborative Exhibit

by Jada Ingleton September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

**FILE** Audi Field will host the fourth annual “Truth and Service Classic” college football game between home team Hampton University and visitor Howard University, on Sept. 21. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Sept. 19-22

by Jada Ingleton September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

Young, Gifted and Green is an environmental nonprofit based in D.C. that prioritizes political change through policy advocacy, training and mentorship. The organization has notoriously utilized digital platforms to amplify its mission and drive change, including being at the forefront of the D.C. Childhood Lead Exposure Prevention Amendment Act of 2017. (Courtesy of Young, Gifted and Green)

Equity Experts, Environmentals Shed Light on Broader Impacts of Digital Inequity

by Jada Ingleton September 17, 2024October 29, 2024

From mighty crickets bouncing off trampolines, to a hypnotic spider contorting inside her web, Cirque Du Soleil’s OVO exudes extraordinary showmanship to tickle the imagination. Funny and chaotic, yet adorable and wonderful, OVO charms the inner child with its sweet exuberance. (Courtesy photo)

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Sept. 12-15

by Jada Ingleton September 11, 2024September 11, 2024

**FILE** While diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practices are under scrutiny, some DEI experts note the future of diverse talent in the college to corporation pipeline could see adverse effects, while others, despite challenges, offer hope for the future. (WI photo)

National Attacks on DEI Could Shift Demographics of the College-to-Corporation Pipeline

by Jada Ingleton September 5, 2024November 21, 2024

The free annual Takoma Park Folk Festival is presented each September with a mission to celebrate the arts and the Takoma Park-Silver Spring community. Held this year on Sunday, Sept. 8, the festival promises a great lineup of musicians, international food, community nonprofit tables, and family-friendly games and activities. (Courtesy of Takoma Park Folk Festival)

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Sept. 5-8

by Jada Ingleton September 4, 2024September 4, 2024