1651 11th Street, NW between Q and R photo by Jeffrey Burka
Thanks to Samantha and Sharon for passing on from Shaw Dog Park:
“We are excited to share that this Saturday (8/28), alongside the 11:30 am Banneker HS Community Celebration, (more…)
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From an email:
“Enchant Christmas will once again transform Nats Park into a holiday wonderland, complete with a mystical forest of millions of twinkling lights, an Ice Skating Trail, a Christmas market, and of course, the Big Man himself. This year’s holiday destination will be bigger than ever, packing two years worth of magic into one incredible adventure, known as The Mischievous Elf. From November 26 to January 2, (more…)
photo by Tim Brown
From the Nationals:
“The Washington Nationals acquired catcher Keibert Ruiz, right-handed pitcher Josiah Gray, right-handed pitcher Gerardo Carrillo and outfielder Donovan Casey from the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for right-handed pitcher Max Scherzer and shortstop Trea Turner. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement.
Washington Nationals Managing Principal Owner Mark D. Lerner made the following statement regarding Max Scherzer and Trea Turner: (more…)
Thanks to C. for sending word about federal workers and vaccines. The Washington Post reported:
“President Biden will announce Thursday that all federal employees will be required to be vaccinated against the coronavirus or face repeated testing mandates, a White House official said, a dramatic escalation of the administration’s effort to combat the spread of the delta variant.”
and in other vaccine news ESPN reported:
“Washington Football Team coach Ron Rivera said he’s “beyond frustrated” with his players’ lower vaccination rate and worries about the potential impact it will have on their team.
Rivera said more than 50% of Washington’s players have been vaccinated against COVID-19 as they reported to training camp Tuesday.”
“Dear PoPville,
Been very inspired by the Olympics, does anyone know where you can play beginner badminton in DC?
Or, alternatively, any cycling races coming up?“
near 12th St. NW & Madison Dr. NW photo by Jonathan Edelman
Ed. Note: Regarding the olympic rings pictured above, from NBC Universal: “The “Rings Across America” experience will open to the public from 11am-8pm on Monday and will also be open on Tuesday from 10am-6pm.”
“Dear PoPville,
The Tokyo Olympic opening ceremonies are airing at 7am ET on Friday because of the time difference. Are any bars in DC opening early for a viewing party? Not saying I’ll necessarily want a beer that early (Or maybe I will. Game time decision.), but it would be nice to watch with a crowd.”
One email I got from Commissary (but please add your recs in the comments):
“Logan Circle favorite neighborhood restaurant, Commissary (1443 P Street NW), will open at 7 am on Friday, July 23 with all TVs and a big screen showing the Summer Olympic Games opening ceremonies. (more…)
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From MPD:
“As a result of the shooting incident, tonight’s (Saturday) Nationals game has been suspended.”
“At approximately 9:30 PM, 1D officers heard sounds of gunshots coming from S.Capitol & O Street SW. 1D officers responded to the location and found 1 adult female victim, suffering from a graze wound to her back. Minutes later 1D officers got information that two additional victims drove themselves to a local hospital and received treatment for injuries sustained at this location. All of the victims are in stable condition. The lookout for the involved suspect vehicle is for a dark colored sedan, unknown make, model or tag number. Last scene fleeing at a high rate of speed southbound on S. Capitol Street SW. This incident is not related or has anything to do with the Nationals stadium. (more…)
“On Saturday, July 17 against the San Diego Padres, Nationals fans will have an opportunity to watch a special “Freedom Fireworks” show after the game, presented by Budweiser.”
“Round five of the 2002 ALMS visits Washington D.C. at the RFK Stadium street circuit.”
Oh wow, for those who missed out on this – it was awesome! Well it was either awesome or awful depending on who you ask. If you lived nearby it was LOUD. Anyway if PoPville was publishing in 2002 the comments would’ve broken the site for sure. I happened to come across this in an unrelated search and it is awesome. Or awful depending on who you ask. Have a look for yourselves: (more…)
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Rafael Nadal via Citi Open
From a press release:
“The Citi Open has had Grand Slam champions before. Arthur Ashe, Jimmy Connors, Ivan Lendl, Andre Agassi all won multiple Slams, but not 20!
That changed this morning, when tournament officials announced that all-time great and 20-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal will make his Washington debut this summer at the 2021 Citi Open, which will be held this year from July 31 – August 8 at the Rock Creek Park Tennis Center, heralding a historic return of Washington’s summer tennis tradition for the 52nd year.
Currently ranked No. 3 in the world, Nadal is arguably the greatest tennis player in the history of the sport. (more…)