Good Thursday morning, Alexandria!
☀️ Today’s weather: Expect mostly sunny and hot weather today, with a high of 99°F and heat index values reaching 106°F. Showers and thunderstorms are likely after 5pm, accompanied by 10-14mph southwest winds and gusts up to 24mph. The chance of precipitation stands at 60% with rainfall amounts varying. For Thursday night, anticipate showers and thunderstorms before 2am, followed by a slight chance of showers, mostly cloudy skies, and a low around 76°F. The 60% chance of precipitation continues, with potential rainfall amounts between a quarter and half an inch.
🚨 You need to know
It’s going to be a busy Saturday with the “Beats, Bites and Brews” event at John Carlyle Square Park (300 John Carlyle Street).
General admission is free and the event is from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., with the following performances:
- 12 p.m. — Timbrel Records, Inc.
- 2 p.m. — Urban Revolution
- 3 p.m. — The Silver Books
- 5 p.m. — DJ music
Chic Events D.C. listed the following food vendors for the event:
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📅 Upcoming events
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