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John A. Wilson Building

1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20004

 

Phone: (202) 727-2643
Email: [email protected]

Chief of Staff:
Lindsey Parker <[email protected]>

City Administrator:
Kevin Donahue <[email protected]>

Director of the Mayor's Office of Legal Counsel:
Eugene Adams <[email protected]>

Senior Advisor:
Beverly Perry <[email protected]>

Director of Mayor's Office of Community Affairs:
Jackie Reyes-Yanes <[email protected]>

Director of Mayor's Office of Community Relations and Services:
Phil Thomas <[email protected]> <[email protected]>

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April 18, 2025

Letter from the Mayor

Dear Washingtonians, 

This week, we kicked off our annual spring cleaning season, one of my favorite times of the year. As the weather warms up, and more residents and visitors are out enjoying our neighborhoods, we're ensuring that sidewalks, streets, alleys, and parks reflect our pride in DC and the investments we’ve made to keep our city clean, safe, and beautiful.  

Every spring, we roll up our sleeves to tackle street sweeping, alley cleanups, pothole repairs, and more. The Department of Public Works is our in neighborhoods that need a little extra attention, the Department of General Services is prepping parks and recreation centers for summer, and the District Department of Transportation is partnering with local utility companies to restore over 2,400 roadways and keep our streets in a state of good repair. 

Residents can get involved too. Tomorrow – this Saturday, April 19, just ahead of Earth Day –  join us for our 8th Annual Spring Clean-Up Day. We are activating cleanups in all eight wards, where neighbors will come together to beautify and celebrate our neighborhoods. There will be supplies available, music, and even a few fish fries and block parties. You can RSVP and find a site near you at servedc.galaxydigital.com/event [ [link removed] ], and here’s where we’ll be cleaning across the city:  

spring cleanup

We all play a role in keeping DC beautiful, so thank you for working with us and doing your part. 

Sincerely,

Muriel Bowserjoij

"Check out photos from this week here [ [link removed] ]."

In This Week's Newsletter:

* Roving Leaders Spring Fling Dive [ #link_3 ]
* Nominations Are Open: DC’S 2026 Teacher of the Year [ #link_2 ]
* #BeDowntown: 2025 Smithsonian Craft Show [ #link_1 ]

Roving Leaders Spring Fling Dive
Roving Leaders Spring Fling Dive

Join the DPR Roving Leaders for a splash of springtime fun at the Spring Fling Dive 2025! Youth will go “diving” for eggs, play games, win prizes, and enjoy a day full of excitement. Plus, don’t miss your chance to snap a photo with the Easter Bunny!  


* *When*: Saturday, April 19 at 11:00 a.m.
* *Where*: Reservoir Park Recreation Center, 10 Lower Service Court NW 
* *RSVP*: Registration required here [ [link removed] ] 

"DPR is celebrating the season with egg hunts and springtime events at recreation centers across the District. Find a full list of events at dprevents.com [ [link removed] ] "

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Nominations Are Open: DC’S 2026 Teacher of the Year
Nominations Are Open: DC’S 2026 Teacher of the Year

Let’s honor those who make a difference every day! Nominations are now open for the 2026 DC Teacher of the Year. This is your chance to recognize an exceptional teacher who goes above and beyond to inspire and support students in the District. If you know a teacher who deserves to be recognized, submit your nomination today. 

Learn more and nominate at bit.ly/NominateExcellentDCTeachers [ [link removed] ] 

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#BeDowntown: 2025 Smithsonian Craft Show
#BeDowntown: 2025 Smithsonian Craft Show

Next week, the Smithsonian Craft Show will return to the National Building Museum, spotlighting 120 of the nation’s most talented artists and their one-of-a-kind creations. This event is a must for craft lovers and collectors. 


* *When:* Thursday, April 24 through Sunday, April 26
* Thursday through Saturday hours: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 
* Sunday hours: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  

* *Where: *National Building Museum, 401 F Street NW
* *Purchase tickets *here [ [link removed] ]

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Mayor Muriel Bowser

John A. Wilson Building | 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW | Washington DC, 20004

(202) 727-2643

[email protected] | mayor.dc.gov [ [link removed] ] | @mayorbowser

 



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