While May is the traditional start of snakes falling out of trees season, it is not uncommon to spot rat snakes in June. Fear not, they pose no threat to humans. Also, they eat rats which is good.
Nathalie writes: “should I be concerned about snakes in dc on playgrounds?” (more…)
Photo by Martha Wilson
Martha writes: “After two years of rebuilding, the canal in Georgetown is up and running! Lovely to see it flowing freely again.” The live action: (more…)
2622 P Street, NW
Check out their menu here.
Thanks to Jason for passing on from Apero:
“Just in time for D.C.’s return to full-capacity dining after more than a year of partial shutdowns and social distancing requirements, Georgetown is about to have a new reason to meander farther off M St. or Wisconsin avenue when Apéro makes its debut on Wednesday, May 19. Located at 2622 P St. NW, near Stachowski’s Market, diners at Apéro can enjoy stylish pastries and espresso drinks in the morning from 8:00am to 2:00pm, and an assortment of bubbles by the glass and French fare in the evening from 4 p.m. until midnight, with the kitchen closing at 10:00pm. The restaurant can seat 45 people inside and another 16 on its garden patio. (more…)
via Rock Creek Kings
Somebody was asking me about concerts in Rose Park (26th and O/P Streets, NW) and I couldn’t find the answer – found it: (more…)
3210 Grace Street, NW
From a press release:
“Green Almond Pantry, the Mediterranean cafe counter and market from chef/owner Cagla Onal, reopens in D.C.’s historic Georgetown neighborhood today following a fire that shuttered its Shaw storefront in December 2020. Located within the Grace Street Collective at 3210 Grace Street NW, the new location offers nearly double the seating and takes advantage of an open kitchen concept to bring forward Onal’s love for simply prepared, high-quality ingredients. (more…)
2816 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Just noticing this closure :( Cafe Tu o Tu opened here back in 2003. (more…)
1069 Wisconsin Ave, NW Photo: Rey Lopez
Melissa writes: “Bandoola Bowl in Georgetown is local family owned and needs support post-pandemic to stay afloat. Delicious, healthy Burmese and Thai noodles and salads. Highly recommended!”
Dave adds: (more…)
Photos by Michele Banks
Thanks to Michele for sharing another great find from the C&O Canal over the weekend: “A BEAVER IN THE CANAL. IN GEORGETOWN. OK THIS MIGHT BE A MUSKRAT BUT IT IS FOR SURE A R.O.U.S.” (more…)
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Wednesday, March 31, 2021, in the 1300 Block of Congress Street, Southeast.
At approximately 1:21 pm, members of the Seventh District responded to the listed location for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, members located two adult male and two adult female victims suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and transported all four victims to local hospitals for treatment. Moments later, members learned of a fifth victim seeking treatment at a local hospital. (more…)
3003 M Street, NW via I Thai.
Thanks to Carly for sending: “Looks like the i-Thai in Georgetown (opened in 2014 in the the old Garrett’s space) is no more! Haven’t been there in a while, but it’s a shame. They had great food! (more…)