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Georgetown BID Launches Search for Next CEO

November 21, 2024

The Georgetown BID’s current CEO & President, Joe Sternlieb, is stepping down in 2025 after 12 years in the role.

New ‘Georgetown Jingle’ Holiday Event to Feature 10 Outdoor Music Performances throughout Georgetown on December 7

November 12, 2024

Additional Merriment in Georgetown holiday programming to include a Swedish holiday market and St. Lucia candlelit procession, Georgetown Cookie Tour, self-guided cocktail crawl, holiday gift guides and more.

Georgetown BID CEO & President Joe Sternlieb Stepping Down in 2025

September 20, 2024

Sternlieb joined the Georgetown BID in 2012.

Georgetown to Host Fête De La Musique – World Music Day on June 21, Featuring 40+ Musical Acts at 25+ Locations

May 30, 2024

The Georgetown BID and the Embassy of France-Villa Albertine are partnering to bring the global celebration of music to the Georgetown commercial district and La Maison Française.

21st Annual Georgetown French Market Returns April 26 – 28

March 28, 2024

The springtime open-air market will feature sidewalk sales from 40+ small businesses, food, strolling performers, and music.

9th Edition of Georgetown GLOW Artists & Events Announced

November 2, 2023

Five works will be on display during the Georgetown BID’s free outdoor public light art experience; also to feature walking tours, a special shopping night, cocktail crawl and holiday night market, and more ‘Merriment in Georgetown’ programming.

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Washingtonian: These DC Chefs Are Fundraising To Help LA Wildfire Victims

January 14, 2025

Two Georgetown chefs and restaurants are participating.

Northern Virginia Magazine: Scottish Christmas Walk Parade, Georgetown Jingle, and Comedy Shows

December 5, 2024

The event will feature 10 live music performances at 10 outdoor locations throughout Georgetown, offering a diverse mix of genres including jazz, pop, soul, a cappella, and festive kids’ music.

Axios: Holiday Boat Parade, Georgetown Jingle and More

December 5, 2024

Enjoy the neighborhood’s first outdoor holiday music event, featuring 10 live performances across Georgetown from 1pm-4pm Saturday.

Southern Living: The 18 Cutest Christmas Towns In The South

December 3, 2024

Come December, Georgetown’s Federal-style architecture and cobblestone streets are brightened not only with strands of bulbs but also Georgetown Jingle—live holiday music in plazas, parks, and storefronts.

Washingtonian: 36 Things to Do in the DC Area This Week and Weekend

December 2, 2024

Georgetown Glow isn’t returning this year, but there’s a new holiday event taking over the neighborhood this month.

Retail Dive: Take a look inside the new Barnes & Noble in Washington, D.C.

November 19, 2024

The bookseller is going through a growth spurt, with plans to open nearly 60 stores through the end of this year.

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