From Monumental Sports”
“Effective Tuesday, February 15, patrons attending Capitals and Wizards games at Capital One Arena will no longer be required to verify their vaccination status.
Effective Tuesday, March 1, patrons attending Capitals and Wizards at Capital One Arena will no longer required to wear masks while attending events. (more…)
photo by Lorie Shaull
From the Nats:
“Following Ryan Zimmerman’s retirement announcement on Tuesday afternoon, the Washington Nationals released the following statements: (more…)
1611 Eckington Pl NE #150 via Brooklyn Boulders
Thanks to Peter for passing on: “Brooklyn Boulders just sold their brand new Eckington bouldering gym to Bouldering Project. they also sold their Boston and Brooklyn gyms.”
The press release says:
“As of today, the Bouldering Project has acquired our three Brooklyn Boulders locations in Brooklyn, D.C., and Boston. And while that means you may see some new signage in your facility, you’ll continue to experience the best-in-class climbing experience you’ve come to expect from us. You’ll also continue to see many of the friendly faces from the Brooklyn Boulders team.
Much like BKB, the Bouldering Project strives to create spaces where all individuals can feel a sense of belonging in our sport and culture. (more…)
Mayor Bowser posted the statement above: “The next chapter for the Washington Commanders should be a return to winning, right here in DC.”
Charles Allen wrote: “Regardless of a name change, building an NFL stadium at the RFK site would be a bad idea – for the taxpayers and for the residents. We can do so much better for housing, jobs, parks, & the Anacostia River.”
Stay tuned.
via Washington Commanders
So, “The Washington Football Team is now the Washington Commanders” (more…)
photos via Washington Nationals
From the Nationals:
“BetMGM and the Washington Nationals announced the opening of the first retail sportsbook connected to a Major League Baseball stadium. The BetMGM Sportsbook at Nationals Park is open year-round, providing sports fans an innovative entertainment destination to watch and wager on games. (more…)
Pretty much exactly how I remember the front bar after one too many one dollar Thursday nights. The front bar anyway… (more…)
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser issued Mayor’s Order 2021- 148 adopting COVID-19 vaccination requirements for patrons of certain types of establishments in Washington, DC.
Beginning Saturday, January 15, 2022 at 6AM certain establishments will be required to verify that patrons ages 12 and older have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
The timeline for vaccine requirements is as follows:” (more…)
From the NHL:
“The National Hockey League announced today that due to COVID-related issues affecting the Washington Capitals, tonight’s game at the Philadelphia Flyers has been postponed. A make-up date for the game has yet to be established.”
Good news from ANC Rep Brian Romanowski:
“The track and field will be open on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 am to 5 pm until further notice, unless Banneker or another group has permitted use for the space. The open entrances can be found on Rhode Island Ave. and 11th Street for now (not R Street).”