City Cast DC with Michael Schaffer

City Cast DC with Michael Schaffer

🎉 Bastille day, bike meetups, and an ACOTAR ball

July 7, 2025 · 💌 Kaela

Hey, neighbor! The first day back after a long weekend is always a drag. So, today we’ve pulled together a special newsletter with all the week's best events to keep you going ⬇️

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What's CITY Talking About?

Mt. Pleasant Library Reopens

The Mt. Pleasant Library is finally reopening today after several months of construction, including work on a new roof and HVAC system. My holds don’t know what’s coming for them. [X/@DCPL]

What To Watch In Next Week’s Special Election

DC Council is already pondering whether to expel Ward 8 councilmember Trayon White again if he wins his seat back in the July 15 special election. But in the meantime, the voters get a say, and actually have a few candidates to choose from. Here’s who to watch. [City Cast DC 🎧]

Lotus blooms at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. (Kaela Cote-Stemmermann/City Cast DC)

Peak Bloom Alert! Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

The lotuses are in peak bloom at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. The extreme heat means peak bloom is earlier than usual, but there will still be plenty of blooms through the end of July. Here’s how to see them. [City Cast DC 🎧]

Commanders Stadium Deadline Looms

Mayor Bowser said she’s very concerned about the RFK Stadium deal falling through and she's blaming D.C. Council. The deal could legally open to other bidders on July 15, but the council says they need more time to weigh pros and cons. [NBC]

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NYT’s “Ask the Ethicist” at Library of Congress

NYT’s “Ask the Ethicist” at Library of Congress

New York Times columnist and Kluge Prize winner Kwame Anthony Appiah shares insights on resolving everyday moral dilemmas in “Ask the Ethicist” on July 24. Explore real-world scenarios, vote on what you would do, and then hear how one of today’s most influential modern philosophers thinks through the same questions.

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And if you're still feeling the post-long weekend blues. This article of 100 Reasons to Love DC Right Now is sure to snap you out of it.

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