Thanks to Catherine for sending from “an Alley behind Nebraska Avenue.”
Please send your MAY tree sightings to [email protected]
Last Christmas Tree in Town is brought to you by the Friends of the White Whale Society.
Holiday
From Fava Pot:
“Ramadan Karem! It is not too early, to plan for your Eftar! Every item in our menu is made from scratch. The way that your grandma used to cook! Book your table at Fava Pot, or let us take care of your catering to your door. Talk with us today [email protected]”
From WRAP:
“Offered by the nonprofit Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP), the 2023 St. Patrick’s SoberRide program will be in operation beginning at 4:00 p.m. Friday, March 17th (St. Patrick’s Day) and operate until 4:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 18th as a way to keep local roads safe from impaired drivers during this traditionally high-risk period. (more…)
Thanks to T. for sending from Petworth.
photo by LaTur
Ed. Note: Don’t let a little construction out front dissuade you and head straight to Nanny’s (3319 Connecticut Avenue, NW) next Friday!! (or your closest Irish or Irish-ish pub!)
“Dear PoPville,
Are there any St. Patrick’s Day celebrations hosted in DC? I am assuming the pubs will have music, but are there any organized events? Which weekend will they occur on, since St. Paddy’s is on a Friday this year.”
From the The St. Patrick’s Parade Committee:
“We look forward to gathering and celebrating with all of you on March 12th! (more…)
From Ivy and Coney (1537 7th Street, NW):
“Free paczki this Fat Tuesday! We will also be selling homemade pierogi with all proceeds going to @hiasrefugees. Come have a beer and eat some sugar and lard for a good cause.” (more…)
courtesy Dauphine’s
From Dauphine’s:
“King Cakes To-Go Orders
Dauphine’s is offering King Cake to-go orders leading up to Mardi Gras on February 21. All boxes will include the selected King Cake, Mardi Gras beads, and a commemorative feve made by local artist Material Things. The remaining pick-up days and offerings include:
February 16-18: Bananas Foster + Classic Minis
February 20-21: Bananas Foster + Classic Minis & Full Size
Mini King Cakes are $25 each and can feed 4-10 people.
Full-sized King Cakes are $50 each and can feed 15-20 people.
Orders can be placed online at www.dauphinesdc.com under the ‘Dauphine’s at Home’ tab. Orders must be placed two days prior to pick up.
Mardi Gras Party – Sunday, February 19 (more…)
Photo by angela n.
Also a reader asks: “does anybody know which banks are giving free lucky red envelopes (lai sees)?”
From MPD:
“On Sunday, January 22, 2023, the Chinese New Year Celebration will take place in the District of the Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration:
The following streets will be posted as Emergency No Parking on Sunday, January 22, 2023, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.: (more…)
I hope you have a meaningful and reflective day today.
photo by Three Points Kitchen
“Dear PoPville,
Now that we’ve said “ciao” to panettone, it’s time to say “bonjour” to King Cake. I’d love recommendations for the best place to pick up a whole cake here in DC.
Happy Mardi Gras!”