Bars


Boozy Hot Cocoa at McCLELLAN’S RETREAT photo courtesy Saltbridge Strategies

From an email:

UNION PUB | 201 Massachusetts Ave NE
Sunday: 11am–close
Monday: 12pm–close
• All-Day Happy Hour ($1 off rail spirits & draft beer)
• $5 Fireball Apple shots
• $4 Winter Storm Mystery Shot

TRUSTY’S | 1420 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Sunday: 11am–close
Monday: 1pm–close
• $8 beer + shot combo
• $8 hot drinks
• Daily food specials

McCLELLAN’S RETREAT | 2031 Florida Ave NW
Saturday-Monday
• $12 Hot Cocktails (regularly $16)
– Boozy Hot Cocoa
– Boozy Hot Cider
– Hot Toddy (more…)


weather


via Washington DC Snowball Fight Association

Details from the Washington DC Snowball Fight Association:

“Snowballers of DC! Do you hear the battle cry?! We are gathering for the One Snowball After Another battle on the National Mall at 12th St NW at 11am on Sunday!

This battle marks one decade (to the day!) since our “Snow Wars” battle of Dupont Circle Park in January 2016. It also will be event #20 since our snowball movement began on that fateful Snowmaggedon day in February 2010.

Your mission this Sunday, should you choose to accept, is to pick your side of the Mall — facing the Washington Monument or facing the Capitol building –and then when you hear the battle cry you know and love, CHAAAAARGE!

Since it’s going to be VERY cold on Sunday, please wear plenty of layers.

Here are some guidelines and disclaimers, based on our 16 years of experience in doing this: (more…)


Sponsored

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

1705 Lamont St NW
1705 Lamont St NW

Labor Day may be just around the corner, but DC’s open house scene isn’t slowing down for the final weekend of August. With 230+ open houses across the city this weekend, there’s plenty to explore before summer unofficially wraps up — from a grand Mount Pleasant Victorian to penthouse co-ops with skyline views. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

  • 1705 Lamont St NW — $1,895,000 — Mount Pleasant
    Open Sun. 1-4PM — Silvana Dias
    “Some houses are renovated into sameness. This one has preserved its point of view. Set above the street in the heart of historic Mount Pleasant, this extraordinary, extra-wide (23.5 ft), four-level 1909 brick Victorian is rich with craftsmanship, architectural drama and one-of-a-kind details collected across generations. Brick steps rise to an open front porch with wrought-iron railings and a striking entry framed by sidelights and leaded glass. Inside, a spacious foyer introduces a magnificent arch leading to an original staircase, beautifully preserved woodwork and hardwood floors.”

  • 4933 Minnesota Ave NE — $409,000 — Deanwood
    Open Sat. 1-3PM — Amy Riemer
    “Welcome to your new NE DC home: a beautifully renovated space offering thoughtful updates, flexible living space, energy-efficient features, and exceptional access to neighborhood amenities and the Metro. Start your day on the charming front porch with a porch swing. The updated kitchen features gas cooking and flows into a versatile flex space that’s perfect for a home office, mudroom, or combination of both. The home also offers a separate dining room and separate living room space.”

  • 2320 Wisconsin Ave NW #213 — $399,900 — Glover Park
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Keegan Dufresne
    “Must See, Rarely for sale rear garden view – WEST FACING Corner Unit 213. Quiet side of Building – Unit 213 welcomes you Home with beautiful wide-plank flooring, New Benjamin Moore paint, and brand-new Bedroom carpet. Designer Lighting fixtures. The open concept “L” shaped Kitchen with additional window facing the garden is larger than most condo units and is outfitted with Stainless Appliances, White Shaker Cabinetry + upgraded KitchenAid Dishwasher.”

  • 3006 Channing St NE — $999,995 — Woodridge
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Michele Collison
    “Welcome to 3006 Channing Street NE, a newly renovated home in Woodridge that offers the perfect blend of space, functionality, and modern comfort. This large renovated home is move-in ready and features 4 large bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The well-appointed kitchen flows seamlessly into the main gathering areas, creating the perfect setting for hosting family and friends.”

  • 928 Madison St NW — $950,000 — Brightwood
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Jacob Wysor
    “With more than 3,400 square feet across four finished levels, this expansive Brightwood rowhouse offers a scale and flexibility rarely found in the neighborhood. Thoughtfully updated by the current long-term owners, the main level features hardwood floors, abundant natural light, a fireplace with classic mantel, and a spacious eat-in kitchen opening to a large rear deck and patio.”

  • 609 4th St SW — $1,249,000 — SW Waterfront
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Jason Skipworth
    “New & Improved price! Now reduced $30,000! Plus, the basement unit can possibly pay $300,000 of your mortgage and/or provide rental income! Welcome home to 609 4th Street SW, luxury townhome living in the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood. 609 4th Street SW is just steps from The Wharf, DC’s newest and hottest waterfront community.“

    (more…)


weather

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Ahead of the upcoming winter storm, Mayor Muriel Bowser has declared a State of Emergency for Washington, DC, effective immediately.

As part of the State of Emergency, the Mayor also declared a Snow Emergency that will go into effect at noon on Saturday, January 24 and stay in effect until 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 27. During a Snow Emergency, motorists may not park on snow emergency routes. Drivers must move vehicles off the routes no later than noon on Saturday, January 24, otherwise the vehicles can be ticketed and towed. (more…)


Maryland

From the Sphere Vegas’ IG:

“Our focus has always been on creating a global network of Spheres across forward-looking cities. And now, Sphere Entertainment, the State of Maryland, Prince George’s County, and Peterson Companies have announced our intent to develop a new Sphere venue – which would be the second in the U.S. and first to utilize a smaller-scale design model – at National Harbor, (more…)


Event

A blue note is a musical moment that doesn’t quite land where you expect. And that’s the spirit behind this burlesque revue from DMVariety!

Start your weekend early with Blue Note Burlesque, a night of vintage tease and thrilling variety acts that’ll leave you exclaiming “I can’t believe I found this in an alley!”


Transit

From MPD:

“On Friday, January 23, 2026, funeral services for Officer Terry Bennett will take place in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Following the funeral service a procession will travel into D.C. and will end in Laurel, MD. The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is advising commuters across the region to plan for rolling closures that will impact traffic in both D.C. and Prince George’s County.

The following roadways will have a rolling closure in conjunction with a funeral procession, expected to occur between 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.: (more…)


wildlife

Thanks to Mary for sending: “Seen in the yard of the (coming soon) St. George’s Boulangerie at 7th and C St SE.”

Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to [email protected]

If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.

From the White Squirrel Institute(!!?!!):

What is a white squirrel? (more…)


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