Surfside Tenleytown will have live music on the patio starting around 5 p.m. with buckets of Jose Cuervo seltzers and lots of indoor/outdoor seating!

Surfside The Wharf will be serving 16oz and 32oz Margarita and Surfsider cocktails as well as $6 Corona, Pacifico and Modela Especial. In very exciting news, Surfside Dupont Circle location secured a one day alcohol license for the special occasion and will also be serving cold beer and cocktails to-go!

@SurfsideDC instagram is hosting an exciting GIVEAWAY! Two lucky winners will receive a custom Pacifico cooler packed with Jose Cuervo, Pacifico, Modelo and Surfside SWAG — pint glasses, t-shirts, hats, sunglasses, koozies and more goodies!

To enter, check out Surfside’s instagram post for details! Winners will be announced Wednesday evening. Must be 21+ to participate.

Surfside The Wharf: 33 District Square SW
Surfside Dupont: 1800 N Street NW
Surfside Tenleytown: 4200 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Website: www.surfsidedc.com
Follow on Instagram: @surfsidedc


Forget the matching pajama set, coffee mug or body scrub this Mother’s Day. (She already has plenty.)

Instead, surprise the special woman in your life with a creative, fresh flower bouquet from D.C. florist Volanni.

These aren’t generic, big-box arrangements. Michael Lanni, the artist behind these bouquets, puts creative care into each of his designs. As Lanni likes to say, “This is our art, and flowers are our medium.”

The creativity is obvious when looking through the dozens of bouquet options. The “Fresh Linen” rose bouquet is made of 24 white roses and simple green accents, making it sophisticated yet cozy. The “Gable” bouquet consists of bright orchids, tulips and succulents, giving off a modern yet fun vibe.

Pick out the perfect Mother’s Day bouquet, and place your order online. Volanni makes deliveries throughout the DMV.

Remember: Mother’s Day is coming up on May 9 and flower availability is limited, so you won’t want to procrastinate.


With weather in the 80s and over 300 open houses for another week in a row, it’s time to get serious about your home search! Make sure your agent has a strategy to keep you safe while searching for your next home. To see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 220 F Street NE — $1,199,000 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Metro DC Houses
    “Victorian beauty that is delightfully expansive. She has beautiful tall ceilings on each level that will make you jump for joy. The updated kitchen with a 5 burner stove, dishwasher, microwave and paneled refrigerator will leave you excited to entertain your friends, who just walked 2 blocks from Union Station to enjoy the city from your deck and expansive yard. When you go upstairs, 3 beds/2 bath, you are treated to a well sized bedroom and full bath and then flattered with Jack and Jill master suites, one larger than the other with plenty of closet space for even the biggest Capitol Hill fashionista. You need parking for 2? We have you covered. Are you considering a short term rental business or maybe someone more permanent or do you just want to reclaim the space for yourself? The English basement is perfect with full-sized washer/dryer, kitchen with dishwasher, electric stove and refrigerator. The one bedroom in back boasts dueling closets and again, the ceiling height is worth noting. Patio space under the deck can be the perfect hang out spot for lower level occupant or additional entertainment. A lockable storage shed would be perfect for anything from bikes to tools and the commercial-grade roll up garage door is built to last. It’s worth noting that if you’re not familiar with neighborhood literally across the street morning coffee options and there are amazing lunch/dinner options, still residential while in the heart of it all.”
  • 460 New York Avenue NW #402 — $439,900 — Mt. Vernon Square
    Open Sat. 1-3 p.m. — Fernando Garcia
    “Once in Unit 402, you’ll enjoy the wall of windows lighting up the beautiful wide-plank hardwood floors and casting a shine on your quartz-countertop kitchen. This newer construction is both sophisticated and warmly welcoming, evidenced beyond your one-bedroom, one-bath home, on the furnished roof terrace.”
  • 324 Douglas Street NE — $600,000 — Edgewood
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Joe Himali
    “Upon walking in, you’re immediately struck by the freshly refinished oak hardwood floors that run throughout the main level of the home and the high ceilings that give the rooms an airy feel.”
  • 1440 N Street NW #416 — $239,000 — Logan Circle
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Maureen Andary
    “This well appointed studio boasts plenty of space for dining, living, and sleeping” and the resident(s) will “enjoy urban living perched on the 4th floor of a luxury elevator condo building with 24/7 concierge, rooftop pool, and gorgeously renovated common spaces in the heart of Logan Circle.
  • 203 3rd Street NE — $1,175,000 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — District Residential
    “If you’re looking for a fantastic investment opportunity or a quintessential D.C. rowhome to call your own… this property is the place for you. Soaring ceilings (20ft+!) on the main level and basement, large kitchen island for sitting and cooking, 4 BRs/2.5 BAs, four fireplaces, 120 year old stonework in the dining room, stained glass windows and hardwood floors on the upper levels.”

Be apart of the generation that is building equity and wealth through homeownership. ⁠Start your home buying journey with our free, fun and informative, and virtual First Time Home Buyer Workshop on May 1⁠ from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.⁠

Learn your mortgage loan options from lender Rickey Green of Prosperity Home Mortgage. ⁠Also, learn the benefits of hiring a real estate agent and ways to make a winning offer from GreenLine Real Estate agents K. Leszczak, Jonathan Bartlett and Abiola Akintunde.

View the dates below and sign up for our informative workshop.

  • May 1
  • June 5

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The story of Washington, D.C. is not one story, but a composite of many.

The latest digital production from the award-winning Theater Alliance moves quadrant by quadrant to highlight the distinct flavors, neighborhoods and narratives that make our city so unique.

Join Theater Alliance in a woven narrative by Khadijah Z. Ali-Coleman, Avery Collins, Shalom Omo-Osagie, and Leslie Scott-Jones for an exploration of the District’s vibrant communities, the challenges they face, and the hope which propels them onward.

Playing now through May 24, 2021. Tickets and information at theateralliance.com.

D.C. residents: Enjoy a discount on your ticket! Use your ward as a promo code (e.g. WARD2) at checkout.


Real Estate Fresh Finds is a weekly selection of newly-listed properties in the District, brought to you by Real Living At Home.

Featured Property of the Week: 2900 Carlton Avenue NE

“Sometimes you step into a home and can immediately feel the love and care that’s been poured into it over the years. That’s what you’re going to find at 2900 Carlton Avenue NE. Landscaped like a private oasis in the city, this stunning bungalow marries traditional touches with modern amenities. Love at first sight is the easiest way to describe walking up the stairs, crossing the front sitting porch, and gliding through the front door. You’ll instantly feel at ease as your eyes take in the immaculate floors and efficient layout, maximizing the formal sitting space to the right and the large dining space on the left, that’s perfect for entertaining loads of friends and family. A couple of steps in and you’ll start to see the kitchen emerge (renovated in 2020) with beautiful cabinets, quartz countertops with a butcher block accent island, a huge pantry, and plenty of room for multiple chefs to cook up a storm. The main level has two sizable bedrooms (one being an owner’s suite with an ensuite). Upstairs, you’ll find the perfect living space with immaculate heart-of-pine wood floors for movie nights and an office to fit the work-from-home lifestyle. The lower level has two large rooms, an updated full bath, and a laundry/storage area for all of those holiday decorations. Stop by during the day and take in the natural light from all four sides of the home. This home also features a shocking amount of outdoor space. So much so, that you almost don’t have to visit the nearby National Arboretum.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 6 BR/6 FB/2 HB “stately Federal Revival residence” in Kalorama Heights with 7k+ square feet across 4 levels. This home boasts a massive floor plan with elevator, huge owner’s suite, exercise room, 3-car garage with electric charging and large backyard with a putting green and garden — all for $6.9M.
  • 1 BR/1 BA Petworth “corner unit full of windows” features a brand new dishwasher, stainless steel appliances and granite counters” as well as an in-unit washer/dryer and smart thermostat.
  • “This inviting townhome” with 3 BR/3.5 BA in Bellevue “has been lovingly maintained by the original owner, as evidenced by every detail and update.”
  • Your Auction Property of the Week is a 2 BR/2 BA lower level unit in Marshall Heights with bidding beginning May 18 at 10 a.m.

Address: 3405 Sherman Avenue NW #6
Neighborhood: Columbia Heights
Listed: $1,149,000
Open: Sunday, May 2 from 1-3 p.m.

Built new from the ground up in 2015 by OPAL. Gorgeous, spacious and like-new, this 2 BR/2.5 BA penthouse condo lives like a townhouse with two level living, rooftop deck and attached garage.

Enjoy your summer on the fabulous private rooftop deck with commanding views of the very best of D.C. landmarks. The interior, spanning over 2,100 square feet, makes this one of the largest condos on the market. The stylish kitchen is ready for the home chef with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a tile backsplash, and a large island. Transition easily to the dining room or entertain throughout — the home is already pre-wired for surround sound, even on the rooftop deck. The embassy-sized living room is large enough for the largest gatherings, while leaving space left over for a home workstation.

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For the third consecutive week, there are more than 300 open houses scheduled across the District for Saturday and Sunday. That means your home search can begin tomorrow! Make sure your agent has a strategy to keep you safe while searching for your next home. To see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 1137 6th Street NE — $800,000 — NoMa/Gallaudet
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Molly Branson
    “Stunning 2-level Victorian row home in the heart of it all! Gourmet kitchen, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, pot filler, gas range, white shaker cabinets, hardwood floors throughout, off street parking, deck off the kitchen for entertaining, bedrooms that can fit a king size bed, ensuite primary bathroom with skylight, half bath on main level, built in dog kennel/storage, 2-year-old roof, and more. Walkable to everything you need! Union Market, Trader Joe’s, NOMA metro, Gallaudet University, Whole Foods, and all the bar/shops along H St.”
  • 1401 Columbia Road NW #419 — $365,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Dina Paxenos
    “Make yourself right at home in this perfect pied-a-terre. This 1 bedroom/1 bath condo unit is located on the top floor of a mid-size pre-war building. The unit includes all the amenities savvy buyers expect like a wide open floor plan, hardwood floors throughout, updated kitchen and bath, private west-facing balcony over the courtyard away from the street, and central A/C.”
  • 2900 Carlton Avenue NE — $725,000 — Woodridge
    Open Fri. 5-7 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 12-2 p.m. — John Coleman
    “Landscaped like a private oasis in the city, this stunning [5 BR/3 BA] bungalow marries traditional touches with modern amenities. Love at first sight is the easiest way to describe walking up the stairs, crossing the front sitting porch, and gliding through the front door.”
  • 1324 E Street SE #309 — $485,000 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sat. 2-4 p.m. — Heather Sand
    “Features of this [1 BR/1 BA] unit include 10′ plus ceilings, custom closets, washer/dryer, gourmet kitchen with soft close drawers and doors, quartz countertops and backsplash, under-cabinet lighting and Bosch appliances.”
  • 4415 P Street NW — $2,595,000 — Foxhall Village
    Open Sat. 12-2 p.m. — Christine Nieva
    “This stunning 4-level home is in the charming Foxhall Village! Luxurious & serene with an elegant custom design, it boasts 7 spacious en-suite bedrooms spread over the 6,500 sq. ft. of living space. Custom-home built to perfection in 2014 with high-end construction choices. Unlike any other home, every bedroom has its own bathroom.”
  • 1125 16th Street NE — $639,900 — Trinidad
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Mark Bertini
    “The [2 BR/2.5 BA] home has exquisite hardwood floors throughout the home along with unique designer tile finishes in the kitchen and all of the spa-like baths including a 1/2 bath on the Main Level and two luxury full baths one for each of the full-size bedrooms upstairs giving you the personal privacy that cannot be left unsaid.”

The spring market is heating up! Are you thinking about buying a home in 2021? Learn how to buy a home and build equity with our First Time Home Buyer Workshop Saturday, May 1.

Learn the importance of hiring a real estate agent and how to make a winning offer from GreenLine Real Estate agents Jonathan Bartlett, K. Leszczak, Abiola Akintunde and owner, Tom Spier.

Buy a home in 2021 and build equity while interest rates are still low!

View the dates below and sign up for our informative workshop.

  • May 1
  • June 5

For your convenience, our workshops are virtual and free of charge and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. You can learn home buying strategies from the comfort of your own home. A Zoom.us link to our video conference will be emailed to those that sign up.

No obligation to buy… only to learn

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SWEAT DC, Washington’s judgement-free, inclusive and challenging group-personal fitness studio, is here to get you moving and out of the COVID slump with their new 12 in 21 Spring Challenge!

Starting April 26, the Challenge is open to anyone in the DMV. To participate in the challenge, form a team of two and together you and your partner must commit to 12 classes in 21 days (April 26-May 16). No partner? No problem. We will match you with another free agent for the challenge.

As part of the challenge for just $199, you get:

  • Passes to take any 12 small group SWEAT DC sessions including: SWEAT Strength and Conditioning, SWEAT X 30 minute transformation, and/or Outdoor HIIT Booty Bootcamp
  • SWEAT DC Nutrition Guide
  • $25 Mighty Meal Gift Card
  • Prize for all teams who take over 24 classes
  • Grand prize for the team that takes the most classes

Fill out the registration form to get started now! The 12 in 21 Spring Challenge is limited to 25 people.

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