City Cast DC with Michael Schaffer
ICE targets DC’s childcare workers
September 24, 2025 · 💌 Kaela
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What's CITY Talking About?
ICE Targets DC’s Childcare Workers
Federal immigration crackdowns are straining D.C.’s already overwhelmed child care system, and childcare workers, worried they will be targeted, are taking precautions. Chabeli Carrazana from The 19th breaks down what it means for families and providers. [City Cast DC 🎧]
RFK Stadium Neighborhood Delayed
The neighborhood surrounding the newly approved RFK stadium is no longer expected to open by 2030. The mixed-use development area could be delayed a couple of years due to required zoning approvals. The stadium itself is on track and Mayor Bowser said she hopes it will host the 2031 Super Bowl. [Axios]
Washington Gas To Stop Anacostia Pollution
Washington Gas has agreed to stop ongoing pollution of the Anacostia River from the company’s East Station after an investigation found evidence of toxic chemicals. [DC’s Attorney General’s Office]
Will Bowser Run Again?
We’re nine months out from the primary election and Mayor Bowser still hasn't indicated whether she’s running. She talked about her intentions in an interview on Noosphere. “My job is not to be mayor for life,” said Bowser, “My job is to do good work and to leave a legacy.” [NBC4]
What To Do
Wednesday, Sep. 24
- 🍷 Old World vs. New World Wine Tasting at DCanter (Capitol Hill)
- 📖 2025 Forbes Colloquium at NMAA (National Mall)
- 🤘 Punk Archive Processing Night at MLK Library (Downtown)
- 🍸 “Makers and Shakers” Book Launch at Bold Fork Books (Mt. Pleasant)
- 🍿 Movie Sneak Peek “Credible Fear” at Immigrant Food (Ballston)
- 💛 From the Book to the Big Screen: “Clueless” at the Shaw Library
Thursday, Sep. 25
- 🎞️ Immigration Film Fest (Begins) at Regal Gallery Place (Chinatown)
- 🎉 Thursday Night Out in Chinatown Park
- 🤾 Culture Series: 9-Man Street Sports with Humanities DC (Downtown)
- 🚽 Learn DIY Toilet Repair at MLK Library (Downtown)
- 🃏 Historic Game Night at Tudor Place (Georgetown)
- 🎤 Author Talk on the History of D.C. Native American Tribes (Takoma Park)
Friday, Sep. 26
- 🎞️ Film Screening: Setan Jawa at NMAA (National Mall)
- 🫙 Bubbling Brews Workshop at US Botanical Garden
- 📸 Umbrella Photo Fair at Union Market
- 🎨 Women Artists from Antwerp to Amsterdam Exhibit Opens at NMWA (Downtown)
- 🩰 Free Washington Ballet Performance at CityCenterDC
- 📓 Journal & Sketchbook Binding Workshop at Heurich House Museum (Dupont)
- 🍿 Outdoor Movies: “Top Gun” at The Plaza (Union Market)
- 🇵🇸 Two-Day Palestinian Culture & Arts Event at Festival Center (Adams Morgan)
- 🦹 Anime & Cosplay Rave at Union Stage (The Wharf)
Sit At the Bar September?
This is my first time hearing of “sit at the bar September” but I’ve long been a proponent of the solo bar date. In fact, we’ve got a whole list of D.C.’s most underrated bars for drinking alone.
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