Anacostia Business Improvement District

10/23/2026

"The free event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2375 Elvans Road SE, with an ambitious goal of distributing 3,000 coats in just three hours."

The free event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2375 Elvans Road SE, with an ambitious goal of distributing 3,000 coats in just three hours.

10/23/2026

"The exhibition invites DC-based artists to submit work examining themes such as environmental justice, cultural identity, community connections, and the role of water in shaping both individual and collective experiences. Through this initiative, CAH aims to encourage artistic expression and meaningful conversations about the environmental, cultural, and social significance of water."

The exhibition invites DC-based artists to submit work examining themes such as environmental justice, cultural identity, community connections, and the role of water in shaping both individual and collective experiences. Through this initiative, CAH aims to encourage artistic expression and meaning

10/23/2026

"The program, a partnership between CAH, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), and DC Public Schools (DCPS), uses ground murals painted in curb extensions outside or near schools to support pedestrian safety while creating vibrant public spaces."

The program, a partnership between CAH, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), and DC Public Schools (DCPS), uses ground murals painted in curb extensions outside or near schools to support pedestrian safety while creating vibrant public spaces.

10/23/2026

🔋♻️ NEW! Household Battery Recycling at the Marion Barry Market & Cafe in Historic Anacostia!

Residents can now drop off household batteries for recycling on Saturdays at the Marion Barry Market & Cafe in Historic Anacostia!

📍 Location: Zero Waste DC tent near 1303 Marion Barry Avenue SE
📅 When: Every Saturday through December 26, 2026
⏰ Time: 9 AM – 1 PM

✅ Household batteries accepted
✅ Damaged and defective batteries also accepted

Help keep batteries out of the trash and support a cleaner, greener community!

🔗 Learn more: https://doee.dc.gov/page/doee-battery-recycling-program

10/22/2026

🍂🎃 Fall Fest Comes to the Bridge District This Saturday! 🍁🎶

Looking for some FREE fall fun this weekend? The Bridge District is hosting Fall Fest at Atlas Bridge District with an afternoon and evening of family-friendly activities, live music, seasonal crafts, and drink specials!

📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰ 1 PM – 8 PM
📍 Atlas Bridge District | 600 Howard Road SE, DC
🎟️ FREE Entry | All Ages Welcome!

🍁 Here's What's Happening:

🎃 1–3 PM: Terrarium + Pumpkin Painting

🎨 2–4 PM: Face Painting

🍂 4–7 PM: Wreath Making

🎸 4–8 PM: Outdoor Live Music featuring Gordon Sterling, Rick Tiene & special guests performing classic rock, blues, and Halloween favorites!

🍺 1–8 PM: $5 Festbiers & C***r

Whether you're bringing the family for pumpkin painting, getting creative with fall crafts, or enjoying live music outdoors, there's something for everyone!

🍁 Support local, enjoy the fall weather, and spend some time east of the river!

10/22/2026

⚡ Gotta Catch ’Em All at Anacostia Library! 🎮🔴

Calling all Pokémon trainers! In celebration of Pokémon’s 30th Anniversary, the Anacostia Neighborhood Library is hosting a DC-themed Pokémon Scavenger Hunt!

📅 Friday, October 23 | All Day
📍 Anacostia Neighborhood Library
🎟️ Free | All Ages Welcome

Participants can explore the library, learn fun facts about DC, and complete a Pokémon Scavenger Hunt to earn their very own Ward 8 Gym Badge sticker for their Pokédex Passport!

🔎 Find four Pokémon in a row to earn your badge.
🏆 Find them all to win a special prize!
📚 Explore the library’s collection of Pokémon books.

Can't make it Friday? The scavenger hunt runs October 15 – November 15, so there's plenty of time to join the fun!

🔗 Learn more: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17610489

10/21/2026

🌱 GROW. LEARN. CONNECT. | SEED TO STEWARD AT ANACOSTIA LIBRARY! 🌿

Looking for a fun, hands-on activity for teens and families in Ward 8?

The Seed to Steward initiative at Anacostia Library invites teens and families to explore gardening, sustainability, and environmental stewardship while connecting with their community!

🌻 What to Expect:
🌱 Hands-on planting activities
🪴 Learn how to grow and care for plants
🌎 Explore sustainability and environmental stewardship
🎓 Teens can earn Student Service Learning (SSL) hours!

📅 Every Wednesday
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 Anacostia Library
1800 Marion Barry Avenue SE, Washington, DC

This is a great opportunity for young people to develop new skills, learn about caring for the environment, and make a positive impact in their community.

💚 Help spread the word! Share this opportunity with parents, teens, educators, and neighbors throughout Ward 8!

10/21/2026

🦃 FREE THANKSGIVING DINNER PLATES IN ANACOSTIA! 🍽️

The season of giving is here! ❤️ PJ's Barbers & Stylists is giving back to the Southeast DC community by hosting a FREE Thanksgiving Dinner for neighbors, families, and friends!

Everyone is invited to stop by, enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving meal, and celebrate the holiday season with their community.

📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 PJ's Barbers & Stylists
2410 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20020

🍽️ FREE dinner plates while supplies last!

This event is part of PJ's ongoing commitment to serving and giving back to the Southeast DC community.

❤️ Everyone is welcome! Bring your family, invite a neighbor, and help spread the word so more residents can enjoy a Thanksgiving meal prepared with love.

10/19/2026

🍂 DC Leaf Collection Begins November 2!

Fall is here, and it's time to get those leaves ready for collection! 🍁

The DC Department of Public Works (DPW) has announced that the 2026–2027 leaf collection season officially begins Monday, November 2, with crews starting in Section A.

The Anacostia Business Improvement District (ABID) encourages residents and property owners to do their part to help keep our neighborhoods, streets, and storm drains clear this fall.

📅 What You Need to Know:

🍁 November 2: Leaf collection begins in Section A. Residents in this section should rake leaves out by Sunday, November 1.

🍁 Two Collections: Eligible residential streets will receive at least two scheduled leaf collections during the season.

🍁 Advance Notice: DPW will provide approximately 10 days' notice before scheduled collections.

🍁 Check Your Schedule: Neighborhoods across all eight wards are divided into Sections A through D.

🍂 Tips for Residents:
✅ Rake leaves into tree boxes or along the curb by the Sunday before your collection week.

✅ Keep vehicles away from leaf piles whenever possible.

✅ Remove sticks, trash, and other debris from leaf piles.

✅ Use paper bags, not plastic bags, when bagging leaves.

📲 Stay Informed:

🔗 Leaf Collection Schedule: https://dpw.dc.gov/leaf

📱 Download the MyDPW App

📞 DPW Leaf Line: (202) 671-5323

💻 Report eligible missed collections: https://311.dc.gov

Keeping Anacostia clean and beautiful is a community effort! Let's work together to keep our streets clear, protect our waterways, and support a cleaner, greener DC.

10/19/2026

🎨 DC Mural Artists: Here’s an Opportunity to Help Color the Curb!

The Color the Curb: School Safety Program is looking for artists with experience in large-scale exterior murals, youth engagement, and community-based projects to create colorful ground murals near four DC schools.

The initiative is a partnership between the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, DDOT, and DC Public Schools. Selected artists will be paired with a school and work with students and faculty to develop a site-specific mural design.

The goal? Use public art to help improve pedestrian safety while creating vibrant spaces that reflect the students and communities around them. 🎨🚸

📅 Application Deadline: Monday, November 16, 2026 at 5 p.m. EST

Artists with the right experience are encouraged to check out the RFA and apply!