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Lou’s City Bar Wants to Elevate Your Sports Bar Experience

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We’re reintroducing Lou’s City Bar with new pricing, weekly specials, and fan-favorite brick oven pizzas!

Established in 2011 and located in the heart of Columbia Heights, Lou’s offers the perfect neighborhood hangout, featuring a temperature controlled patio bar, spacious inside bar, and a stadium-like game time atmosphere.

Meet us for Happy Hour every day from 3-7 p.m., featuring discounted local beer, quick bites, cocktails, and more! Enjoy a pitcher, bucket, or tower of one of our ice cold local beers, kick back with a handcrafted cocktail, and raise a glass to your team, the weekend, or a lively night out.

And start your week with these epic new deals:

  • Monday Buy-1 Get-1 Pizza
  • $3 Taco Tuesday
  • Wednesday Trivia Night specials
  • Thirsty Thursday BYO Game Night with specials all day
  • Friday Bailatino Neighborhood Block Party ft. Latin dancing and beats
  • Weekend Brunch Saturday and Sunday

Specialty brick oven pizzas start at $12.99, including Margherita, Buffalo Chicken, Three Cheese, and more! Pick up a pie to-go or stop in for fan-favorites like the double patty District Burger, and Lou’s mouth watering wing flavors like Fireball Mumbo, Lemon Pepper, Old Bay, and Nashville Hot. Finally, indulge your craving with our Carnival Fried Oreos topped with vanilla ice cream.

Elevate your sports bar experience with us at Lou’s! We’re located a half block from the Columbia Heights Metro at 1400 Irving Street NW, with garage parking available across the street. Explore our dine-in and takeout menu at www.louscitybar.com, and follow us on IG @louscitybar to stay updated on events and promotions.

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DC Open House List for This Weekend

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Post-holiday, things are starting to ramp back up with 230+ open houses scheduled across the District. Check our favorite open houses below and to see the complete Open House List, click here.

  • 4222 8th Street NW #1 — $815,000 — Petworth
    Open Sat. 12-2 p.m. — Molly Branson and Jocelyn Vas
    “This four-bedroom, four full bath two-level condominium is strikingly beautiful! And the location in Petworth is highly sought-after with ‘around the block’ access to Timber Pizza, Cinder BBQ, Yes Organic, Safeway, the library, and the recreation center. The Petworth Metro is only minutes away! This condo has the feel of a single-family home and is inviting with enormous curb appeal. The open floor plan is expansive with over 2,000 SQFT of living space and offers many design options for settings throughout to work, relax and entertain. Blonde wide-plank hardwoods drenched in sunlight, contemporary design features and quality craftsmanship set this home apart. The living and dining room open to the gourmet kitchen showcasing a breakfast island, pendant lighting, Jenn-air stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, modern cabinetry with slow-close features and under cabinet lighting. The bedrooms are large, each convenient to bathrooms appointed with top-of-the-line vanities, lighting, Kohler faucets and custom tile work. Enjoy the front porch, perfect for friendly conversation with neighbors and those passing by. Exit to a shared partially fenced-in backyard only steps away from the home’s off-alley parking pad. Come visit, you won’t want to leave.” Check out Unit #2 here with an Open House at the same time/day too.
  • 2122 Rand Place NE — $985,000 — Woodridge/Arboretum
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Mandy Hursen
    “Boasting an expansive and fully fenced corner lot, this home offers a rare opportunity to indulge in spaciousness and tranquility. Step inside and be greeted by the warm embrace of natural light streaming through custom windows, illuminating the vaulted ceilings and highlighting the sleek wood floors that grace the main and upper levels.”
  • 2737 Devonshire Place NW #11 — $950,000 — Garfield
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Joe Himali
    “This light-filled 2 BR, 2 BA unit in Art Deco Woodley Park Towers retains the 1929 building’s charm (9’ ceilings, 6-over-6 windows, hardwood floors) and many original features (“Miracle Doors”, louvered doors (for airflow) plus the usual access doors, brass-and-glass doorknobs, etc.). Some of the Sellers’ many upgrades aren’t obvious (a new electric panel) while others are more visible (stripped/repainted doors and refinished hardware). Whenever something new was added, it was designed to blend with Unit 11’s age and style.”
  • 409 New Jersey Ave SE — $3,600,000 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Topher Cushman
    “Welcome to this brand new, ground up construction of an enormously expansive rowhouse in the shadow of the Capitol Dome. Commercial grade construction materials provide a solid foundation that blends with high end finishes to deliver a truly special property. You will be impressed with the magnificent Capitol Dome views out of the front door and Monumental views out the rear windows.”
  • 4711 Georgia Ave NW — $899,900 — Petworth
    Open Sat. 12-3 p.m. & Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Barri McClellan
    “Welcome to this beautiful townhome in the heart of Petworth conveniently located near the Metro and bus. With over 2,400 square feet of living space including 3 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, this home will be sure to impress. Original hardwood flooring on two levels including the original hardwood staircase is simply beautiful.”

Legal Insider: The EEO complaint process for federal employees

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This is a sponsored column by attorneys John Berry and Kimberly Berry of Berry & Berry, PLLC, an employment and labor law firm located in Northern Virginia that specializes in federal employee, security clearance, retirement and private sector employee matters.

By John V. Berry, Esq.

We represent federal employees in the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) complaint process before their federal agencies.

This article briefly describes how the EEO complaint process works for federal employees. Keep in mind that each federal agency is different but essentially follows the same rules. These rules can be found at the EEOC website in MD-110. It is important to get legal advice before filing an EEO complaint.

Reasons for EEO Complaints

Complaints of discrimination may be filed by federal employees or applicants for employment with a federal agency when they believe that they have been discriminated against in the workplace because of:

  • race
  • color
  • religion (including reasonable accommodation of religious beliefs or practices)
  • national origin (ancestry, ethnicity, accent, and/or use of a language other than English)
  • physical/mental disability (including reasonable accommodation requests)
  • sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, abortion, and related medical conditions)
  • sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression
  • age (40 and above)
  • parental status
  • retaliation for prior protected EEO activity (one of the most common complaints)
  • genetic information

Pre-complaint EEO Process

A federal employee seeking to file an EEO complaint must first contact an EEO counselor within 45 calendar days of the alleged discrimination or within 45 calendar days of the effective date of action.

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Well-Paid Maids Added a New Holiday to Its PTO Calendar

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Photo via Stephanie McCabe/Unsplash

Well-Paid Maids, the DMV’s living-wage cleaning company, is all about treating its cleaners — who are W-2 employees — well. That includes paying them a starting wage of $23 an hour and providing benefits, like paid time off.

This year, Well-Paid Maids added a new paid holiday to its calendar: July 4. That means all employees took the day to spend with their friends and families.

July 4 is one of four paid holidays at Well-Paid Maids. Plus, employees get 20 PTO days annually.

Want to get your home cleaned now that the holiday has passed? Schedule a cleaning online.

Real Estate Fresh Finds: July 5

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

This week’s column is a bit of a departure from our usual format.

As we struggled to find the freshest new listings in the District before we took our holiday break, we realized we could take this opportunity to help educate you regarding D.C. real estate around the Fourth of July holiday season.

The good news: we are expecting a drastic increase in Fresh Find Listings week over week. By the time you are reading this, hundreds of new listings have likely hit the market after a week of pause due to the holiday. We call this the Independence Day Dip.

The weekend surrounding the Fourth of July typically sees a large decrease in showing activity from buyers as well as a large decrease in new listings from sellers based on the previous week. There is great opportunity during the holiday weekend for buyers as their competition is greatly reduced, but because so many either leave town or focus on the summer holiday, most sellers delay listing their home until AFTER the holiday weekend.

You can see the patterns clearly in the visuals below.

If you want to make a smart real estate investment most people require a Realtor who knows their stats. And the Freshest Finds. Reach out to an RLAH @properties Agent to discuss your goals.

High-Impact Tutoring Recruitment and Hiring Fair

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OSSE and DCHR are looking for dedicated, mission-driven candidates who are interested in working as tutors, site coordinators, and related roles for school year 2023-24 and beyond to help close opportunity gaps and accelerate learning for students in public schools across the District through high-impact tutoring (HIT).

High-impact tutoring (HIT) is a core part of the District’s recovery strategy and has expanded significantly since 2021 in schools and community-based settings as leaders learn more about the strong body of evidence for its effectiveness and how to integrate it into their programming.

HIT is a form of one-to-one or small group tutoring with a well-trained tutor that occurs multiple times a week and is designed to support students with what they are learning in their math and literacy classes.

Join OSSE and DCHRDC for an in-person recruitment and hiring fair on Tuesday, July 11 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G Street, NW.

Tutoring providers all over the District are hiring for over 200 positions.

Register until July 5 at https://dchr.dc.gov/joinourteam!

DC Open House List for This Weekend

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With it technically being a kinda/sorta holiday weekend, we are seeing a substantial drop in open houses across the District for the weekend. There are only about 220 listed so this might not be the best weekend for a variety of opens, but may be a good time to get into some places that would otherwise be swamped. Take a look at our favorite open houses below and to see the complete Open House List, click here.

  • 1077 30th Street NW #408 — $750,000 — Georgetown
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Joe Himali
    “Welcome to #408 at James Place Condominiums, a spacious, perfectly located condo in the heart of prestigious Georgetown. This ideal residence offers bright and gracious open living spaces, a generously sized kitchen and two-bedroom suites, each boasting its own private bathroom. With brand new hardwood flooring throughout the main living areas, this home simply shines! The open living and dining areas are seamlessly integrated to provide an inviting space, highlighted by the abundance of natural light flooding through the large windows. The generously sized kitchen provides ample cabinetry and countertop space. Be the first to use the brand new stainless steel appliances! The primary suite is a blissful oasis, with newly installed plush carpeting and a peaceful vista. The ensuite bathroom is updated and provides an oversized vanity and crisp ceramic tile. The second bedroom suite is highlighted by the brand new hardwood floors and its own en-suite bathroom. This home also offers many ever-coveted urban conveniences, such as central air conditioning, a stacked washer/dryer and, it conveys with an additional storage space and reserved garage parking! Situated just a few blocks from the picturesque Georgetown Waterfront Park, James Place offers easy access to outdoor recreation and scenic views and is minutes from the vibrant center of Georgetown. James Place is a pet friendly building with an on-site manager and front desk.”
  • 320 Maryland Ave NE — $1,750,000 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Samantha Porter
    This 6 BR/4.5 BA interior Victorian rowhome in Capitol Hill has nearly 4k sq. ft. across 4 levels and is in moderate condition, but will take a fair amount of work to get this back to its prime form.
  • 3001 Veazey Ter NW #1405 — $325,000 — Forest Hills/Van Ness
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Chris Suranna
    “Introducing a charming and beautifully updated 1-bedroom coop located at Van Ness North, 3001 Veazey Terrace NW. This delightful property offers an ideal combination of modern amenities, a fantastic location, and the comfort of cooperative living. Upon entering this welcoming unit, you’ll be greeted by a bright and open living space that is perfect for both relaxation and entertainment.”
  • 1638 16th Street SE — $765,000 — Anacostia
    Open Sat. 12-2 p.m. — Russ Lyons
    This “is a completely, gut renovated, turn-key two-unit property directly across the street from Anacostia high school” and the “current owner has a VA loan with a 2.75% interest rate that can be assumed by the buyer. Live in one unit and have the tenant pay the majority of your mortgage, or rent out both units and cash flow $1,000/month!”
  • 555 Massachusetts Ave NW #1203 — $695,000 — Mt Vernon Square
    Open Sat. 12-2 p.m. — Andres Serafini
    “This stylish 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo offers a perfect blend of modern updates and convenience. Located in a coveted location, it presents an incredible opportunity to experience the vibrant city lifestyle.”
  • 1519 1st Street SW — $799,000 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sat. 12-3 p.m. — Lea Hartonyan
    “Welcome to this newly updated, sun-filled townhouse in a prime location! Step inside and be greeted by modern wood floors, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen. The soft-close cabinets, wine fridge, and internet-ready wiring make this the perfect home.”

2023 MLS All-Star is Coming to DC This July!

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Don’t miss your chance to watch the best of MLS and Arsenal FC.

The All-Star Game presented by Target will be played at Audi Field on Wednesday, July 19 at 8:30 p.m.

The day before the match, the MLS All-Star team will go head-to-head with Arsenal in the MLS All-Star Skills Challenge presented by AT&T 5G. During the event, 10 players from each team will complete in thrilling challenges to test their skill and their style. The teams will be vying for more than glory, with both teams competing for charity.

On Tuesday, July 18, come watch as top global stars meet in our nation’s capital to show off their skills in a variety of fun challenges on the pitch.

Get your tickets now, starting at $15!

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District Residents: Assistance Is Here!

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Did you know the District of Columbia offers Utility Discount Programs to help residents pay their gas, water, electric and telephone utility bills?

Eligible Washington Gas customers in the District may qualify for a discount on a portion of the natural gas they use during the winter heating season from November to April. To participate, District residents must use natural gas as the primary heating source. Eligible customers will receive an approximate 46% discount on the total bill.

Eligible residential DC Water customers in the District may qualify for a discount of up to 400 cubic feet (4ccf or approx. 3,000 gallons) of water and sewer services used each month.

Eligible households will receive an additional credit of fifty percent (50%) off of the monthly Clean Rivers Impervious Area Charge (CRIAC) bill. Potential discount could be over $500.00 annually.

Eligible Pepco customers in the District may qualify for the Residential Aid Credit (RAC). This credit provides a discount on Pepco’s delivery charges and taxes. Potential savings of $300-475 annually.

For eligibility and to apply for these programs, visit doee.dc.gov/udp or call 311.

Economy II Service, also known as “Voice Lifeline” is an assistance program offered by Verizon. It offers discounted at home local telephone service to qualified D.C. customers. Voice Lifeline Service is available for $3.00 per month to customers under 65 years of age, and $1.00 for seniors 65 years of age and older.

To obtain a Lifeline application, visit lifelinesupport.org or call 1-800-234-9473.

Real Estate Fresh Finds: June 28

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

Featured Property of the Week: 2325 42nd Street NW #409

“Welcome to Unit 409, a top floor corner unit that is bright with 2 bedrooms 1 bath condo in Glover Park. This home boasts an updated bathroom, parquet flooring, new A/C units, stainless steel appliances, primary bedroom with dual closets, walk in hall storage closet as well as a separate storage locker on the first floor. The pet friendly building features a locked bike room available for rent ($50/year), two courtyards, grills, fire pit, picnic tables, package room, handicap-accessible street entrance, elevator, and on-site laundry facility and ample street parking. Located close to Whole Foods, Restaurants, Pharmacies, Universities, Hospitals, Georgetown, Guy Mason Rec Center, Glover Archbold Park, and much more. Condo fee includes Water, Gas, and Heat. Owner is responsible for Electric and Cable/Internet.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 6 BR/6 FB/2 HB semi-detached Kalorama rowhome built by “AD100 architect Daryl Carter” with 6,700+ sq. ft. spread across 5 levels and features 2 kitchens, 3 fireplaces, wine cellar, a theater room, guest/staff suite, numerous terraces, 2-car garage with electric charging and a “heated dipping pool” — all for $7M.
  • Recent $50k PRICE REDUCTION on this “Gorgeous Glover Park end unit rowhome featuring 2 bed and 2 full-baths with a den! Beautiful, solid hardwood maple flooring grace an open floor plan with abundant window light. Living room and dining room open to a wood burning fireplace.”
  • “Welcome to Park Varnum, a new construction building that is the epitome of luxury living in the vibrant Petworth neighborhood, one block from Upshur St., and less than a quarter mile from the metro! This stunning penthouse home offers an unparalleled combination of space, style, and comfort. 2,650 sq. ft. of finished space with 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths spanning two massive floors, it’s larger than many full row homes at a fraction of the price.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a 5 BR/3 BA bungalow in Woodridge that “is waiting for your finishing touches. Larger than it looks.”
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