Navy Yard

“Light Yards Returns for the Fifth Year with a Debut Installation from Amigo & Amigo”

By Prince Of Petworth

From a press release:

“WHAT: The Yards, DC’s most exciting waterfront neighborhood for living, dining, shopping and relaxing, is bringing back Light Yards for its fifth year at The Yards Park! While this year has looked very different, Light Yards will continue its tradition as an opportunity to safely celebrate the holidays in a fun and socially-distant way during a time when many holiday traditions and events are not possible.

The annual holiday installation will feature the premiere of the installation “Stars” by Australian-based immersive light design sculptors Amigo & Amigo. (more…)

Demolition at the old Randall School, ‘Museum Place’ coming

By Prince Of Petworth


820 Half Street, SW

Thanks to Mark Lyon for sending the update at the old Randall School soon to be Museum Place:

“Renovation and redevelopment of the historic Randall School will create a vibrant arts campus comprised of a contemporary art museum with commercial and education facilities complemented by a new 12-story apartment building, surrounding a beautiful landscaped courtyard in Southwest DC. (more…)

“Where to buy Christmas trees?” (Part Two)

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Do you have any leads on where to buy Christmas trees this year? I’m guessing the big box stores will have their normal sales, but I’m hoping to find somewhere local where at least part of the purchase price goes back to a community cause.”

From The Salt Line:

“8th Annual Christmas Tree Lot benefitting The DC Firefighters Burn Foundation. Holiday shoppers may relax and rejoice, as TSL will open early to coincide with the 12PM Grand Opening on Friday, November 27, 2020. And, mark Saturday, December 5, 2020 [10AM-12PM] on the calendar for a day of family fun as the countdown to Christmas continues – DC firefighters will be visiting TSL and sharing an opportunity for kids to check out a fire truck, a Christmas wish for many now coming true! (more…)

Two Armed Robberies in Hill East. Road Rage Shot Fired in Navy Yard. Early Morning Shots Fired in Brightwood

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“There were two Robbery incidents that occurred in close proximity this evening [Sunday, Nov. 22]. The first incident was at 14th & East Capitol St. SE at about 5:42 PM. The victim was unloading a bicycle from the back of his car when he looked up and observed two juvenile suspects sitting the car’s front seats rummaging about. When he confronted them they exited the vehicle and one of them pointed a handgun at him and demanded his wallet. (more…)

Shootings in Eckington and Hill East/Navy Yard (Homicide)

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD at 8:34pm: “Shooting in the 1800 block of North Capitol Street NE. Lookout is for a black sedan vehicle.”

Alan Henney reported: “SHOOTING— North Capitol St and T St NE-DC in Eckington. 21yr-old shot in shoulder and ankle. Good vitals.”

From MPD at 9:34pm: “Alert: Shooting in the 1400 block of L Street S.E.. No Lookout.”

Update from MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Saturday, November 21, 2020, in the 1400 block of L Street, Southeast. (more…)

About that Cannon Fire You’re About to Hear at 11am

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Erin

Thanks to Julie for passing on from the Society of the Honor Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier:

“Navy Yard to Fire Cannon on November 11

we wanted to make sure that the community knew about the plans for shore batteries at the Navy Yard to fire on November 11 at 11:00am for the National Salute.”

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