Welcome the New Free People; Grant Avenue Market Opens

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PENTAGON CITY—Fete the opening of Free People at Pentagon City on May 16 from 6pm-9pm. The store opens that day at 10am but the party will commence in the evening. Celebrations to include gift bags, a photo booth and styling sessions. See the dedicated Facebook event page for more information and to RSVP.

OLD TOWN TAKOMA PARK—Starting this Sunday (May 11th), the Grant Avenue Market is back for the 2014 season. The vintage-focused, four-date market is located just down the street from the Takoma Park Farmers Market. This opening date will include a free pedicab ride between the two markets. [RackedWire]