photo by Victoria Pickering
Yesterday AlertDC reported: ” US Air Force reports a flyover in the NCR consisting of two (2) military aircrafts at National Park on Thursday, April 7th, 2022 at 3:59PM.”
The Nats confirmed “Flyover by the 113th Wing, 121st Fighter Squadron from the D.C. Air National Guard, in F-16 Jets”
Since the game was pushed back to 7:05pm, presumably this will now occur at 6:59. Anyway if you see/hear some fighter jets later, this is why.
photo by Lorie Shaull
From the Nationals:
“STREAMLINED BALLPARK ENTRY
The Washington Nationals have updated entry procedures to streamline access to Nationals Park.
Ballpark gates open 90 minutes prior to first pitch, and parking garages open 2.5 hours prior to first pitch.
New Technology
Fans will enjoy expedited entry with the implementation of CEIA OPENGATETM technology at all entrances.
Fans entering the ballpark no longer need to remove keys and wallets from their pockets or have their bags searched, but instead will walk through the screening system in a single file line before presenting their tickets. (more…)
79 Potomac Ave, SE photo by Maggie Dougherty
From an email:
“All-Purpose’s plans for Nats Opening Day –
The Riverfront location will open at noon on April 7 with the annual release of their DC Brau collab Full Count, a low abv American Light Lager made for easy drinking and available exclusively at All-Purpose. For the 5th anniversary of the collab, pints of Full Count will be just $5 before the game.”
courtesy All Purpose
And at Salt Line: (more…)
Thanks to Frank for sending: “Whole Foods in navy yard has swapped out the registers at express checkout of shelf checkouts” (more…)
79 Potomac Ave, SE via Dacha
From Dacha:
“This is no April Fools joke: we are FINALLY BACK! Don’t mind the tears in our eyes when we get to be reunited with our amazing community in the new and improved garden this weekend…it’s allergies, we swear
It’s going to be an amazing spring and an even better year in our new digs. Here’s to soccer, baseball, and having amazing times at Dacha! (with a boot in hand, of course)” (more…)
Thanks to CMC for sharing this incredible rescue: “Men rescued dog that had fallen into the Anacostia River at Navy Yard Friday afternoon.” (more…)
1201 Half Street, SE
Thanks to Nolan for sending: “Wanted to let you know that Compass Coffee is officially open in Navy Yard!”
A peek inside: (more…)
1355 3rd Street, SE
From a press release:
“Silver Mirror Facial Bar is bringing glowing skin to Navy Yard with the launch of its second D.C. location this summer near the Yards, at 1355 3rd Street SE.
“D.C. was the first market we launched outside of our flagship in New York,” says Silver Mirror CEO Matt Maroone. “From the first day we opened in July 2019, we were overwhelmed by the number of D.C. guests seeking premium skincare options. Healthy skin is so important to Washingtonians, and our second DC location will allow us to continue to bring the best results to all our communities and loyal fans.”
Led by Director of Operations Rachael Gallo, Silver Mirror’s team of expert estheticians will help guests determine and maintain their skincare goals. (more…)
Image Courtesy of OMA+OLIN
From a press release:
“Today, the 11th Street Bridge Park – a partnership between the local non-profit Building Bridges Across the River (Building Bridges) and the District government – unveiled plans for the interactive “Mussel Beach” play area by landscape architects OLIN and play consultants from Studio Ludo. Given the proximity of the play area to the park’s Environmental Education Center and the Anacostia Watershed Society’s work to repopulate thousands of mussels within the Anacostia River improving river water quality, the play area will feature sculptural mussels, sea grass climbers, water sounds, and slides. (more…)
1201 Half Street, SE
From a press release:
“The team behind Duke’s Grocery is expanding its reach in Washington, DC, opening the next edition of its East London-inspired gastropub in Navy Yard. The newest project will be the fourth Duke’s location and the most bar-forward concept so far. In addition to Duke’s, Duo Group LLC is also behind Gogi Yogi Korean BBQ in Shaw, and the soon-to-open Chesapeake Crab Shack & Bar on U Street. Duke’s Grocery Navy Yard will be located at 1201 Half Street, SE, just steps away from Nationals Park and the Navy Yard Metro Station, and is slated to open in Fall 2022. (more…)