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Frankie Beverly, Legendary Soul Singer, Dead at 77

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Veteran comedian George Wallace Will Receive the 2024 Trailblazer Award during the “Because They’re Funny Comedy Festival” in D.C., running from Sept. 27-29. (Courtesy of Greg Fritz Blakey/Fritz Photographics)
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‘Because They’re Funny Comedy Festival’ Returns to D.C.

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The 20th Anniversary DC JazzFest opens with a performance at the Embassy of Australia with Lakecia Benjamin, Phoenix, and James Morrison. (L-R) Benjamin is on alto saxophone, James Morrison is on fluegelhorn, and Elias Bailey is on bass. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
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New York City and Australia Meet Up to Open 20th Anniversary DC JazzFest

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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)
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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)
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