City Cast DC with Michael Schaffer
🗳️ How will the next president change DC?
November 5, 2024 · Kaela
Happy Election Day!
The outcome of today’s national election is going to deeply affect D.C., perhaps more than any other city in the country. So, if you care about your city, your neighbors, please go vote today. We’ve got a local election guide that makes it easy-peasy.
A few housekeeping items:
- 🗳️ If you already voted, you can check if your ballot was counted here. If you’re worried it hasn’t, talk to an election official at the polls today.
- 🚘 To get to the polls, Lime is offering free 30-minute rides to and from polling places. Plus, Uber and Lyft are offering 50% rides to polling stations.
- 👍 Lastly, don't forget to hold on to your “I Voted” sticker to cash in on the election day freebies below!
What's CITY Talking About?
How Will The Next President Change DC?
As we await tomorrow's election, there are a lot of things to think about, but let’s focus on what it will mean for us Washingtonians. What would a Harris presidency actually mean for D.C.? What about a Trump presidency? [City Cast DC 🎧]
DMV Schools Install Vape Detectors
Public schools in Alexandria, Montgomery, and Prince George's Counties are installing vape detectors to alert administrators when students are vaping. This is part of a national movement to limit young people's access to nicotine products. [Axios]
Kevin Tien Looks To Open Asian Market
Moon Rabbit chef Kevin Tien is planning to open an upscale Asian market near Capital One Arena. Plans for the market include an Asian grocery store, prepared foods section, food stalls, and an Asian bakery. Tien is still waiting on grants before finalizing the timeline. [Axios]
Election Day Road Closures
A bunch of roads near Howard University are closed today for Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign election night watch party, including part of Georgia Ave. [DDOT]
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What To Do
Tuesday, Nov. 5
- ✍️ National Novel Writing Month Meet Up | 5:30 p.m. | Free | West End Library
- 🗳️ Profs & Pints: 2024 Election Results Prep | 6 p.m. | $16 | Penn Quarter
- 🥂 Open Bar Election Watch Party | 7 - 11 p.m. | $99 | Shaw
- 🍸 Election Day Cocktail Battle | 5 - 10 p.m. | Free | Mt. Vernon
- 🐘 Republican Election Night Watch Party | 6:30 p.m. | $30 | H Street Corridor
- 👏 metrobar Election Watch Party | 4 - 11 p.m. | Free | Brookland
- 🌮 Election Night + Tacos at Johnny Pistolas | 7 - 11 p.m. Free | Adams Morgan
- More election watch parties!
Wednesday, Nov. 6
- ✉️ DIY at the Folger: Letter Writing | Drop In All Day | Free | Capitol Hill
- 🍷 Aperitivo Hour with Plant Wines | 6 p.m. | $10 | Park View
- 👯 Second City “Black Joy” Improv Show | 8 p.m. | $15 | Penn Quarter
- 🪢 Rope Coiled Basket Workshop | 6 - 8 p.m. | $50 | Georgetown
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Election Day Freebies!
Use your “I Voted” sticker to get these freebies and discounts around D.C. today.
🍨 Head to Van Leeuwen and get a $3 scoop of your choice.
🍩 Get a free original glazed doughnut from Krispy Kreme.
🧀 Get free queso at Republic Cantina.
🥂 Get a complimentary Aperol spritz at Lucy Bar.
Free · 5 days a week