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Crime is down this year and last year in DC. These aren't just statistics. These are saved lives. But there's more work to do, especially for our young people. Today, we launched the new Juvenile Investigative Unit, designed to stop youth-involved crime before it happens.

DC Emancipation Day is an opportunity to celebrate the history of our city and the vibrancy of our community. 🎷 Join us this Sunday for performances, festivities, and fireworks on Freedom Plaza, all starting at 2PM. RSVP➡️Emancipation.dc.gov

Calling all DC entrepreneurs! 📣 We're offering grants to help support you and your business. Check your eligibility and apply by Monday: 👜DC Locally Made Manufacturing Grant 🏗️EMERGING Retail Initiative 🏢Great Streets Retail Grant 🔗obviouslydc.com

Veggie giveaway season is right around the corner! 🍅 Get free produce from three DC Parks & Recreation #WhereFunHappens communal farm locations, including lettuce, tomatoes, collards, flowers, and more. Weekly markets run from May 14 to November 26. Learn more➡️dprveggies.splashthat.com

It's Mental Health Awareness Month, and we want to remind you of the confidential, 24/7 resources available. If you're feeling down, anxious, or just not like yourself, remember that you're not alone: 📲988 for a suicidal crisis 📲1-888-793-4357 for the Mental Health Hotline

Happening this Thursday: Citywide Resource & Empowerment Expo.⚙️ Get connected with community and government services including housing programs, education grants, private sector employment opportunities, & more. Learn more and register: 🔗bit.ly/FindYourFuture…

Live from Washington, DC, it's (almost) World Pride 2025! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ We're proud to host major international events in our city—welcoming visitors from around the world to enjoy everything DC has to offer. Event lineup: worldpridedc.org

Let's get ready for Late Night Hype. 🎶 DC Parks & Recreation #WhereFunHappens's popular rec party series continues tomorrow at Barry Farm Rec Center—there will be video games, snacks, music, dancing, an open pool, and fun for all ages. RSVP required 🔜 dprevents.com

IT'S OFFICIAL: DC is the #1 park system for the 5th year in a row 🥇

Did you know that 98% of DC residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park? Best city in the world, best park system in the world. 🏆

With the right interventions, we can turn a loss of 40K jobs into a gain of 15K jobs. We'll activate underutilized spaces, lean in on sports & entertainment and high-growth sectors, and make it easier to do business in DC. My FY26 Grow DC Budget: budget.dc.gov

SPOTTED: District of Pride on full display.

All month long, Mayor’s Office on Caribbean Community Affairs is hosting community events to celebrate Caribbean Heritage Month. 🎉 From the Annual Taste of Caribbean Dance to Father's Day Bazaar—there are events happening all throughout the District for residents of all ages. Check it out:

🚨Traffic Alert🚨 Several road closures will go into effect this evening for the WorldPride festival. See the full list here: mpdc.dc.gov/release/traffi…

DC, are you ready for the WorldPride Parade & Concert? 🌈🎤 Join us this Saturday for DC's biggest and brightest Pride Parade in history—a showcase of our vibrant community, DC values, and local pride. We can't wait to celebrate together!

THIS FRIDAY: Late Night Hype at Bald Eagle Rec! 🎶 Join DC Parks & Recreation #WhereFunHappens for an evening of games, activities, snacks, music, and fun for all District youth—it's a summertime series you won't want to miss. RSVP required 🔜 LateNightHype2025.splashthat.com

The John Glenn is back! And we're investing ~$34M over several years to fund its replacement—making sure DC Fire and EMS Department has what they need to keep DC safe. In the meantime, thank you to the John Glenn, and more importantly, thank you to DC Fire and EMS for your lifesaving service.

Summer in DC means exciting showcases, events, and festivals—like DC/DOX, kicking off today! 🎬 We’re proud to host one of the nation’s top nonfiction film festivals, featuring 94 films from 25 countries, right here in the District. More info: dcdoxfest.com

Free veggies at DPR Communal Farms! 🥬 Now available four times a week — including Saturdays — you can pick up fresh, free, and delicious produce at a local farm or community garden near you. RSVP & learn more: DPRVeggies.splashthat.com

Discover Summer with books, bingo, and your neighborhood library! 📚☀️ Join DC Public Library’s all-ages reading adventure happening now through Aug. 31 — packed with fun, learning, and prizes! 📲 Register here: bit.ly/4k8neRm