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For those that went – how were your experiences? What was your favorite part?
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One day the organizers of the H Street Festival will recognize that while the Jewish people only make up 3% of the population we make up about 36% of festival goers… (Last year the festival was over the Jewish New Year.) Anyway for those not fasting and repenting this is likely to be a really good time. And to all who I’ve offended this past year please forgive me and eat a corndog for me!
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This ought to be interesting. From the Rally to Restore Sanity Web site:
“Think of our event as Woodstock, but with the nudity and drugs replaced by respectful disagreement; the Million Man March, only a lot smaller, and a bit less of a sausage fest; or the Gathering of the Juggalos, but instead of throwing our feces at Tila Tequila, we’ll be actively *not* throwing our feces at Tila Tequila. Join us in the shadow of the Washington Monument. And bring your indoor voice. Or don’t. If you’d rather stay home, go to work, or drive your kids to soccer practice… Actually, please come anyway. Ask the sitter if she can stay a few extra hours, just this once. We’ll make it worth your while.”
From the Keep Fear Alive March:
“America, the Greatest Country God ever gave Man, was built on three bedrock principles: Freedom. Liberty. And Fear — that someone might take our Freedom and Liberty. But now, there are dark, optimistic forces trying to take away our Fear — forces with salt and pepper hair and way more Emmys than they need. They want to replace our Fear with reason. But never forget — “Reason” is just one letter away from “Treason.” Coincidence? Reasonable people would say it is, but America can’t afford to take that chance.
So join The Rev. Sir Dr. Stephen T. Colbert, D.F.A. on October 30th for the “March to Keep Fear Alive”™ in Washington DC. Pack an overnight bag with five extra sets of underwear — you’re going to need them. Because, to Restore Truthiness we must always… Shh!!! What’s that sound?! I think there’s someone behind you! Run!”
Obviously much of the attention about Adams Morgan Day has focused on the Dog shooting by MPD. When I stopped by around 3:30pm there was an area blocked off where the shooting occurred but overall if you didn’t know there was an incident it felt like things were back to normal.
I don’t know if it was because of the early gray weather, the incident, multiple festivals scheduled on the same day or what but it certainly felt like there were less people this year. Here’s what Belmont Street looked like this year:
It is quite a contrast from how it looked last year. Nevertheless there were still fun activities like dancing, music, art, food etc. (and of course as could’ve been expected right before the primaries, a ton of campaigning). For those who attended what were your overall experiences?
A few more photos after the jump. (more…)
Adams Morgan DayFestival is on Sunday from 12 noon to 7 pm all along 18th Street from Columbia Road to Florida Avenue. Outdoor Cultural Arts Extravaganza. 4 stages of great live music: Columbia Rd, Florida Ave, Cultural & Jazz (Kalorama Park).
International foods, sidewalk cafes, indie businesses, colorful vendors, cultural and dance demos. Explore the Green Pavilion for eco-friendly demos, products & services. Try the Pet Zone or Jazz in Kalorama Park. Kid’s Fair has free activities, rock wall, & obstacle course.
Arts on Belmont, a shady street of original art in all styles & prices. Dance Plaza with interactive Latin, line dancing, African, Brazilian. New Health Pavilion features fitness, prevention, and organics. Even a bike valet! Explore international cultures in a compact 4 block ethnic & eclectic neighborhood. ‘Arts on Belmont’ opens 10am FREE EVENT
You can check out photos from last year here.
I feel like a broken record but again Columbia Heights Day (this year with the addition of the DC State Fair) was a huge success. And as I say every year the photos do far more justice than words. Sadly, I missed the cupcake eating contest this year so if anyone got some of those shots please upload a few of them to the PoPville flickr pool. Congrats and thanks to the organizers for putting together such a fun day.
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Contestant from last year’s CH Day cupcake eating contest
My favorites – the petting zoo and the cupcake eating contest! But I’m super psyched to check out the DC State Fair as well this year.
From an email:
WHEN: Saturday, August 28
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
WHERE: Harriet Tubman Elementary Field – 11th & Kenyon streets NW
Just 3 blocks from the Columbia Heights Metro – Green and Yellow lines
HIGHLIGHTS:
– Two stages of live music and dance performances
– Petting Zoo & Kids Zone, featuring fun games and family entertainment
– “Taste of Columbia Heights” food booths and popular DC food trucks
– First-ever “DC State Fair” with prizes for best homemade pie or cupcake, homegrown tomato and more
– Columbia Heights Community Marketplace farmers’ market
– Cupcake eating contest, sponsored by Sticky Fingers Bakery
– NEW! King & Queen of Columbia Heights competition
– Morning yoga workshop from Quiet Mind Yoga, Dog Show and neighborhood bike tour
– Appearances by city officials and political candidates
– More than 80 local businesses and community groups
– All-day specials at neighborhood restaurants and bars
– Even more performances all day at BloomBars (3222 11th St. NW)
– After Hours Party post-festival at neighborhood bars, sponsored by OnTap
Full schedule after the jump. (more…)
If you have an event, fundraiser or happy hour you’d like featured on the 5pm Post, please send an email to princeofpetworth(at)gmail(dot)com
From an email:
What better way to cook with an unlimited supply of free basil than participating at the Marion Street Garden Basil Bonanza?
“ City Blossoms, in conjunction with the Runcible Spoon, is hosting a basil-themed potluck and cook-off. Drop by the garden (on Marion St. between P & Q Streets, NW) and pick up any amount of basil you need on Monday, August 23. Then, go home, cook your thing (it can be a dessert, main dish, appetizer, whatever), and bring it back on Wednesday, August 25.
1. Come Monday (August 23) from 4pm to 7pm or Wednesday (August 25) from 4pm to 6:30 to pick basil (thai, genovese, lemon, and box).
2. Prep basil in a tasty way (beverage, appetizer, main dish, dessert, whatever!) for 5 or more people and bring the dish to share on Wednesday, August 25th from 6:30-8:30pm.
3. Eat lots of whatever other people bring.
4. Enjoy the loveliness of Marion Street Garden and meet other happy basil fanatics.
There will be awards for the best dishes, so cook with your best effort. Good luck!”
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“Dear PoP,
The farm where my firm gets their CSA shares is partnering with Volt Restaurant of Frederick, MD, to host an heirloom tomato festival at their farm this weekend. Tickets are still available:
Spend a relaxing afternoon in the country, sample over 40 varieties of heirloom tomatoes, wines from top VA & MD wineries, cheese, olive oil imported from Greece and other delicious gourmet items. This event will feature the best restaurants & celebrated chefs from Maryland, DC, and VA. Meet the chefs, play croquet & horseshoes, bring a blanket & stay awhile. This is a child friendly event and will include hay rides, farm tours, music, baby goats for petting and much, much more!
Admission includes all restaurant tomato creations & vendor samples, a huge variety of heirloom tomato samples, wine & cheese tastings, hay rides, and farm tours.”
And if you’re looking to stay in the city and are tired of virtual house tours one reader recommends seeing this one in person at 1500 Vermont Ave, NW. Though if you just want the virtual tour of this million condo, you can see it here.
Photo from www.greenmyrowhome.com
“PLEASE JOIN US FOR A GREEN CONSTRUCTION TOUR
Sunday August 29th, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
1877 Ingleside Terrace NW
Balancing the best energy-efficient green building practices is challenging in existing homes, especially historic homes. Come join Historic Mt. Pleasant for a tour of a green home rehab in process. You can see how the homeowners, who are doing much of the work themselves, are reinventing the floorplan while keeping the historical integrity of the home. They will discuss their strategies for reducing energy and water use, improving indoor air quality and making decisions on green materials.
You will see the unique framing, insulation, plumbing, and HVAC of this row house, which will certify Platinum under USGBC’s LEED for Homes program. Get a sneak peak and keep up with progress at www.greenmyrowhome.com.”
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From a press release:
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities is pleased to announce the 7th Annual Dance DC Festival: Experience Global Movement. Dance DC Festival highlights the District’s most talented folk and traditional dance and music performers from various cultures from August 20-22, 2010 at the Atlas Performing Arts Center. The genres include hand dance, African dancing and drumming, tap, tango, traditional Asian dance and much more! Performances as well as interactive workshops are FREE to the public over this three-day event!
This year’s Dance DC Festival opening night theme, Carnaval Africana!, will be held at the Atlas Performing Arts Theater on August 20th at 6:00pm. This night captures the essence of Carnaval fusing an array Afro-Brazillian dance and music expressions! The closing night party celebrates the native dance tradition of hand dancing, Hand Dance Mania on August 22nd at 7:00pm.
“It is the esteemed pleasure of the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities to provide free performances and activities in the art of dance,” says Gloria Nauden, Executive Director of the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities. “From Tango to Hip Hop African and Swing, we’re proud to present some of the most talented performers in the District. Rich culture and experiences are exchanged through these dance traditions from around the world . Enjoy this weekend of art and physical fitness of world class instruction and presentations.”
Experience Global Movement travels the audience through the cultural dances of: India, Asia, Morocco, West Africa, Europe, Panama, Brazil, and more!