A Great Neighborhood
to Live and Play

A Great Neighborhood
to Live and Play

News

Mar
18

Tenleytown Business Brief March 5th : New Tenleytown Grant Opportunity & Women’s History Month Events

Tenleytown Business Brief March 5th: New Tenleytown Grant Opportunity & Women’...

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Mar
11

Business Feature: Balloon Zoom & Fataima Ahmad

When Fataima Ahmad’s three daughters first started a small local balloon twisting busine...

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Feb
25

Tenleytown Business Brief: New Growth Grants & Local Workshops – February 17th, 2026

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Feb
25

Around the Town: February 11, 2026

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Tenleytown is open for business

TMS works with residents and local businesses to foster a vibrant business district at the heart of our community. Shopping, dining, recreation, and top-notch education are all within close walking distance along our neighborhood’s tree-lined streets.

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Upcoming Events

Teen Choice Movie Night @ Tenley-Friendship Library
Apr 14 | 03:45 PM

Teen Choice Movie Night @ Tenley-Friendship Librar...

SHOWING: THE WILD ROBOT in library Meeting Room 1 This program is for patrons ages 11-19 and more information can be found online. ...
Wednesday Morning Yoga
Apr 15 | 09:30 AM

Wednesday Morning Yoga

This Level 1 yoga practice will build strength, balance, and flexibility while deepening the connection between mind, body, and spirit. In a gentle vinyasa flow style, we will explore creati...
AUs Danceworks
Apr 17 | 07:30 PM

AU's Danceworks

Danceworks 2026 will be held at AU's Greenberg Theatre on April 17th and 18th with performances at 7:30 pm.  Tickets: Free for AU students with ID; $10 for alumni, staff, faculty, chil...

An historic neighborhood at the Top of the Town

The second oldest neighborhood in DC, Tenleytown blends small town charm with urban amenities.

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