Thanks to Jeff for sending above from Swann and 16th Street NW.

Please send your MAY tree sightings to [email protected] and let me know where you saw it. Thanks!

And thanks to Michele for sending this magnificent bounty from around town: Read More

photo by louisedettman

Thanks to Louise for sharing this masterpiece/travesty…

[NOT AN APRIL’S FOOLS!]

From DCPL:

“On Sunday, March 31, all DC Public Library locations will be closed. Regular library hours will resume on Monday, April 1.”

If you, like me, were confused as to why – “March 31 is Easter Sunday.”

Photo by Erin

Mike asks: “Where can one purchase a hamentaschen in DC? #PurimInquiry”

Hmmm not in DC but The Parkway Deli has them in Silver Spring. And MIKEY & MEL’S will for sure have them next year in DC proper!

Thanks to John for sending us the above Easter set up at the pond! And thanks to Jason for sending: Read More

OK these are the last March entries…

Thanks to Jason for sharing: “for last Christmas trees in town, I give you this plugged in tree in my building’s trash room! (Could also double as a notes from your neighbors post…)”

And thanks to Steph (and Melky) for sending from Logan Circle: Read More

From a press release:

“Get ready for a fun-filled Holi celebration at Union Market District! Following the overwhelming success of last year’s event, we’re excited to bring back the colorful festival of Holi—this year on its official date, according to the Hindu calendar. Join us for authentic Indian flavors from RASA and DC Dosa, great music, dancing, cocktails and festivities.

Monday, March 25, from 6pm-8pm Read More

Thanks to Bessie for sharing this great special:

“Downtown Liquors on 14th St next to Mezcalero is giving 1c wine today for International Women’s Day!” Read More

Thanks to Miti for sending above from Columbia Heights. And thanks to Susan for sending below from 32nd Street: Read More

“Dear PoPville,

The Irish have St. Patrick’s Day on the 17th. We Sicilians celebrate St. Joseph’s Day on March 19th.

I grew up with St. Joseph’s Day baked good specialties – zeppole, sfingi, and others – and the place I used to get them here in DC was Catania Bakery on North Capitol. Read More