Author: Prince Of Petworth

38th Annual 17th Street High Heel Race is Tomorrow! (Tues.)

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by pablo.raw

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Grab your heels and get ready to strut your stuff at the 38th Annual 17th Street High Heel Race!
This iconic DC tradition will take place on Tuesday, October 28th at 5:00 PM at 17th Street NW and R Street NW.

The night will include live performances from your local favorites, a costume contest, and, of course, the high heel race kicking off at 9:00 PM. Whether you’re going for first place, taking a casual stroll, or just came to admire the costumes, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

Pre-race performances begin at 5:00 PM, Racer registration opens at 7:30 PM, and the race begins promptly at 9:00 PM.”

Street closures from MPD: (more…)

Another Free Lunch Option for Furloughed Feds: “free lunch sandwiches at all Moby Dick locations”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo furcafe

From Moby Dick House of Kabob:

“Moby Dick House of Kabob, the beloved Iranian kabob restaurant serving the DC area for more than 30 years, announced today the launch of Sandwiches for the Shutdown, a give-back initiative to support federal employees affected by the government shutdown.

Beginning Monday October 27, 2025, all Moby Dick locations will offer free lunch sandwiches to federal employees who present a valid federal ID, weekdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (more…)

“Pop’s Bagels soft opened in Mt Pleasant! – Grand Opening Friday!!”

By Prince Of Petworth


3209 Mount Pleasant Street, NW

From Pop’s Bagels (no relation, sadly):

“Grand opening on Halloween! We’ll be offering every customer one free bagel, plus a live DJ spinning hits and Halloween tracks. We’d also love to see some costumes — we’ll be handing out sweet treats throughout the day!”

Thanks to Laura for sending:

“Pop’s Bagels, had their soft opening in the IL Supremo Italian building (3209 Mount Pleasant Street, NW) on Mt Pleasant St Friday! (more…)

“World Central Kitchen to Serve Meals to Furloughed Federal Workers”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Caroline Angelo

From a media advisory:

“Free Lunch Service at Canal Park in Navy Yard – 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

As the federal government shutdown continues to impact families across the Washington region, World Central Kitchen, founded by Chef José Andrés, will serve free, freshly prepared meals to furloughed federal workers and their families.

The community lunch will take place Monday, October 27th, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Canal Park in Navy Yard, (more…)

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