Julia got this one today: “Do I win for the latest xmas card?? Took just shy of two months to arrive…”
If anyone gets after today – send in an email to [email protected] thanks.
Last Christmas Card in Town is brought to you by the Friends of the White Whale Society!
A simple query from a reader looking for “vegetarian-friendly dim sum recommendations in the DC/MD/VA area?”
The early recs: (more…)
1345 Connecticut Ave, NW
In late December Barredindc reported that “The Big Hunt Has Terminated Its Lease. Building for Sale/Rent”. I’ve been waiting for official word to come out but after spotting this dreaded sticker, I can be in denial no more:
For those not familiar:
“The Big Hunt is a one-of-a-kind dive bar and comedy venue in a sea of trendy clubs in the Dupont Circle area of Washington DC.
Open since 1992, The Big Hunt is one of DC’s oldest beer bars and has been serving quality craft beers on draft since long before the craft movement became mainstream”
The Big Hunt’s website is no longer live, their phone number has been disconnected and their last Facebook post is a tribute to their founder Joe Englert (RIP) and the page lists that they have “Permanently Closed”.
There’s much that can be said about The Big Hunt. It had it’s ups and downs like all spots do that have been open for so many years. At the end of the day all I can say is that I spent many many hours here, had many many good times here and met many many great people here. This Big Hunt was a great bar. (more…)
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DC Open House List for This Weekend: April 24, 2026
With 430+ open houses happening throughout the District, buyers have no shortage of options to explore. Warmer weather is settling in, making it an ideal time to get outside, tour neighborhoods, and take in everything the city has to offer. And with Earth Day just behind us, it’s the perfect reminder to appreciate not just the homes themselves, but the communities and green spaces that make DC such a great place to live. To see the full DC Open House list, click here. (more…)
Yesterday there were 38,533 total positives.
explore all the official D.C. data here
From the Mayor’s Office:
“The District’s reported data for Thursday, February 11, 2021 includes 137 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 38,670.
The District reported that three additional residents lost their lives due to COVID-19.
· 60-year-old female
· 73-year-old male
· 73-year-old male
Tragically, 976 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.
Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)
Electronics Recycling & Take-it-Apart Day!
Join us for a special day of free* electronics recycling and hands-on exploration!
Photo by Mr.TinDC
Update: “service was restored at 1:15 p.m.”
Getting reports from Logan to Petworth. The report from Logan started yesterday afternoon. Latest from this morning:
If others are out, please let us know what neighborhood you are in. Thanks.
Join us for an enjoyable evening tasting a wide variety of wines, spirits, craft brews, and other beverages from the Land of the Hellenes… all to benefit the trees! We have brought together an impressive collection of brands that are committed to sustainability, and a splendid time is guaranteed for all.
ForestPlanet is a 501(c)3 organization that supports large scale, low cost-per-tree reforestation efforts all over the world. We help plant trees where they bring the most benefit to the region’s soil, habitat, the global environment, and local communities.
Greg sends last night from “Petworth. Right on the stop sign!”
*If you spot a hawk or any interesting wildlife and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted it to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.
Yesterday Dianne shared her great owl photo from Chevy Chase and of course last week we saw the great shot from Heather at a Home Depot. Turns out these are boom times for owls.
Tommy sends from Mount Pleasant: (more…)
Irving and Warder Street, NW by Kate
Thanks to Kate for sending the good news about Aurora Market: “This has appeared at the SW corner of Irving/Warder in Park View!”
There’ll definitely be coffee and tea: (more…)
Rob asks: “Any idea what this is, 5G?”
A bit different from the the inauguration cell towers and that’s definitely a wifi signal – so gotta be 5G right?
Photo by Miki Jourdan
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I am looking for a new mattress – the “bed in a box” isn’t working so I may need a coil mattress. I am high risk for covid and don’t have a vehicle, so that unfortunately means I would need a delivery situation.
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