Columbia Heights

Standing with Planned Parenthood

By Prince Of Petworth

Dawn Laguens, executive vice president of Planned Parenthood Federation of America
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All photos by Lorie Shaull. Lorie writes:

“Hundreds of Planned Parenthood supporters and staff gathered on Saturday for a Day of Solidarity. Following a moment of silence, Dawn Laguens, executive vice president of Planned Parenthood Federation of America spoke to a crowded room at All Souls Church in Columbia Heights, “It’s not enough to denounce the tragedy without also denouncing the poisonous rhetoric that fueled it. Instead, some politicians are continuing to stoke it, which is unconscionable — going so far as to try and pass legislation further blocking access to health care just days after the tragedy in Colorado Springs.”

Listening to speakers at National Day of Solidarity

Standing room only for National Day of Solidarity

House Fire in Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth

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A reader reports:

“I awoke about 7:50 am to the sounds of yelling outside on the street. I look out the window and see this across the street in the 1400 block of Meridian Place NW in Columbia Heights. No people seem to be hurt.”

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Today’s Rental is requesting you “Excuse dust…”

By Prince Of Petworth

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This rental is located at 1495 Newton Street, Northwest. The listing says:

“Charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment with lots of windows, hardwood floors, washer/dryer, dishwasher, cac,and stainless appliances. Minutes from Metro bus/rail, blocks away from Rock Creek Park which offers riding stables, tennis, golf, and more. This smoke free building has garage parking. Shops, entertainment are all here in Columbia Heights! No Pets Please. Realtor is the owner.Excuse dust …”

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You can see more photos here.

This 2 bed/1 bath is going for $2,850/Mo.

“Planned Parenthood Supporters and Allies in DC to Hold National Day of Solidarity on Saturday”

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo by PoPville flickr user Clif Burns

From a press release:

“Planned Parenthood supporters, community members and partner organizations will come together in Washington, DC, on Saturday (December 5th) for a National Day of Solidarity to remember the victims of the tragedy in Colorado Springs, to show support for access to safe reproductive health care free from violence, threats and intimidation, and to stand up against violent rhetoric inciting violence in our communities.

The event comes after a tragic shooting last week at a Planned Parenthood health center in Colorado Springs, CO, and a push by Congress, days after unspeakable violence, to double down on their attacks against reproductive health care — fast-tracking a bill that would block patients from services at Planned Parenthood health centers.

Participants and speakers remember the victims in Colorado and San Bernardino, CA, share personal stories and reflections, and unify against the hateful rhetoric that has incited violence against not only Planned Parenthood, but also the black community, immigrants, refugees, and the transgender community.

This event in Washington, DC, is part of a larger National Day of Solidarity, which will also see events in Denver, CO, and across the country. Below are logistics for the DC event for planning purposes:

WHO:       Planned Parenthood supporters, ally organizations, community leaders

WHAT:     National Day of Solidarity

WHEN:     Saturday, December 5, at 10am ET.  Doors open at 9:30 a.m. EST.

WHERE:   All Souls Church Unitarian, 1500 Harvard St. NW”

“I didn’t think much of the charcoal gray SUV that pulled over when I was walking up 16th St. until I heard the screams of the woman trying to get out of the passenger door.”

By Prince Of Petworth

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A reader shares this incredibly upsetting incident:

“I didn’t think much of the charcoal gray SUV that pulled over when I was walking up 16th St. until I heard the screams of the woman trying to get out of the passenger door. I ran towards the woman who screamed at me, “my husband beats me every day! Call 911!” And as I got closer I could see why she was screaming and trying to get out of the car. The driver was pummeling her and an infant in the backseat was wailing. I try to grab her arm but her husband is too fast and yanks her in the car and locks the door. But shutting the door does little to muffle the screams coming from the woman and the baby in the backseat. And I can see the man and his fists and arms flying.

So I do the only thing I can do and the very least I think common human decency requires. I step in front of the SUV and photograph the license plate and stand in front of the car so the abuser can’t drive away while I dial 911. But because my phone is a computer and not a phone I can’t get through but I’m not too worried about it because I know someone else is seeing this and surely they are calling 911. So I ditch the call and start beating the windshield with my umbrella to try and get the guy to lay off. He tires of that quickly and is ready to flee but I’m still planted in front of him so he does exactly what you’d expect. He starts driving into me and tries to pry me out of his path by threatening to run me over. But here’s the thing asshole: you are going to have to run me over if you think I’m letting you get away before the police get here. Because I am my sister’s keeper. (more…)

Happy Tuesday “$2.00 Burger All Day Long at Z-Burger of Columbia Heights”

By Prince Of Petworth

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14th and Park Road, NW

Thanks to Wayne for passing on from Z Burger:

“Today at 10:30am – 10:00pm

Come And enjoy a discounted Burger for $2.00 all day long at our Z-Burger Columbia Heights location on November 24 and get as many burger you want. Don’t forget to share with your friends. Also Veggie & Turkey Burger we offer at $4.00 at the day of event. All toppings are free, except cheese and bacon are extra charge.”

Ed. Note: Tenleytown’s $2 day is December 2nd and Glover Park’s is December 8th.

Enrique missing from Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth

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A reader writes:

“Enrique is a 9 year old indoor/outdoor guy weighing about 10 pounds. He lives on Monroe St. NW between 11th and 13th. He’s disappeared for days before but was recently diagnosed with heart disease so we are concerned.”

Please contact Mike if you spot him [email protected] 202-494-8866

Anyone Missing a Siamese Cat?

By Prince Of Petworth

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“This Siamese (or part Siamese?) cat has been hanging out on my front stoop on Harvard Street NW in Columbia Heights. He came over and let me pick him up today. He seems lost and friendly so I think he may have a home. I have him in my bathroom for now, and will start investigating potential microchipping/home location tomorrow.”

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