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State of Downtown
Mark your calendars. On Tuesday, June 2, the Downtown BID will release the 2008 State of Downtown Report and hold a public forum with a panel discussion on Downtown's economic future. The event takes place at the Newseum (555 Pennsylvania Avenue) from 8:00 am to 10:00 am.
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New SAMs on Board
 The Downtown BID has hired 40 Downtown SAMs, who will hit the streets just as the spring tourism season ramps up.
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 Bike to Work Day
Ready to trade in your car wheels for bike wheels? Bike-to-Work Day rolls around on May 15, when hundreds of workers are expected to ride into Downtown to celebrate the one-day bike fest, promoting a fun, healthy and eco-friendly way to get to work.
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 Fallen Heroes
As part of National Police Week, the annual Candlelight Vigil will be held at the National Law Enforcement Officer Memorial in the 400 block of E Street on Wednesday, May 13 at 8:00 pm.
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H unting for Clues
The Post Hunt returns this year on May 17, from noon to 5:00 pm, starting at Freedom Plaza on 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. The urban brain teasing safari will take place rain or shine.
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Helpful Guide
 This year's Downtown BID Visitors Map, a brightly colored guide to the Downtown BID and nearby attractions, is now available.
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Best of the Best
 Congratulations to Vivian Brooks and Raymond Dantzler,  this year’s winners of the Downtown BID’s 2009 SAM of the Year awards!
The SAM of the Year Award is given to two SAMs who best represent what the BID’s clean and safe program is all about. The award is based on such factors as morale, letters of appreciation and attendance.
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Ball on the Mall
Looking for an opportunity to dance by moonlight in the shadow of the Washington Monument and US Capitol? Look no further. A unique and swanky affair will take place on May 8, from 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm.
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 Calling All Readers
The DC Public Library is once again participating in the National Endowment for the Art’s The Big Read program—and it’s not too late to hop on board.
The Big Read encourages reading for pleasure and enlightenment and communities across the country are urged to choose one of 30 books to read.
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Stimulating News
 The General Services Administration (GSA) plans to spend more than $395 million in the Downtown BID area on building projects. Behind the windfall is the recovery Act, signed by President Obama in February to jump-start the economy.
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 Healthy Food
The Penn Quarter FreshFarm Farmers' Market returned to the north end of 8th Street, between D and E Streets, on Thursday, April 2. The outdoor market has delighted workers and residents since 2003 and will continue this season every Thursday from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm, through December 17.
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P arking Meter Blitz
Look for the city’s new green, multi-space meters, which will begin popping up in Downtown this weekend, including near the Verizon Center and the theatre district.
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is putting the finishing touches on installing 101 multi-space meters in Downtown.
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King LearTuesday, June 16th 2009 - Sunday, June 21st 2009 Tu-Sa 8p; Su 2p & 7:30p
King LearTuesday, June 23rd 2009 - Sunday, June 28th 2009 Tu-Sa 8p; Su 2p & 7:30p
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