The “National Mall of Pickleball” event will offer three days of free court time for players of all ages and skill levels.

Good morning, Washington. Today is my last day as your weekend editor. I have a new full-time job, and unfortunately I won’t have time for this awesome gig. I imagine you’ve always known what I only recently learned — that this group of readers is made up of some of the brightest people in and around the District.