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From MPD:
“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the area of 6th Street and R Street NW. A juvenile male has been transported to an area hospital with a non-life threatening gunshot wound to the arm.
Motorists and pedestrians can expect road closures in the area as we investigate.
Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”
One reader reported: “Wow, 9 shots fired – glad no one was critically injured.”
Sherman and Girard Street, NW
Cóilín reports: “I walked by Napoli this morning and it looks like they have abruptly closed up shop.”
An email to their PR reps reveals: “The restaurant has decided not to renew their lease at their current location, so they are temporarily closing their Columbia Heights doors as they search for a new DC location. (more…)
Jonathan writes:
“The sting of Google Maps describing it as “shady” with an updated satellite image to show all the trees gone :(“
Pop Star Playbook is an inclusive, six-week, high-energy singing and dancing class created for adults and teens (18+) with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Participants pick their favorite pop artists — Britney, Taylor, BTS, whoever they’ve been belting out in the car — and spend six Wednesdays working on songs, choreography, and stage presence with ArtStream’s teaching artists. Every skill level is welcome, and the class is built so every learner feels supported and celebrated. Sing or dance or both!
Details:
When: 6 Wednesdays, May 20 – June 24, 2026, 7:30–9:00 PM
Where: Edlavitch DC Jewish Community Center, 1529 16th St NW, near Dupont Circle Metro.
Who: Autistic adults and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, 18+, all experience levels welcome
Partial and full scholarships are available, and anyone who signs up with a friend gets 50% off using code FRIEND.
Register at art-stream.org/classes or email [email protected] with questions.
Photo by Heather Huntington
Well this is an awesome capture by Heather from a *”DC area” Home Depot – Barred Owl!! (more…)
It was an electrifying start to ArtRave’s 19th season, with a record-breaking attendance of 11,000 people! A huge thanks goes out to our supporters who came out in droves. We also extend our gratitude to the incredibly talented artisans across various artistic disciplines. Finally, a special shout-out to our dedicated staff for curating such a remarkable event and paying attention to every detail that makes ArtRave a unique venue. From fine arts and sculptures to high fashion, wood carving, table making, metalwork, live plants including Bonsai trees, book authorship, gourmet cuisine, and delicious baked goods, there was something for everyone to enjoy!
Join us for our next show on Saturday, April 25th, from 11 AM to 5 PM, featuring music in the park at our Dupont Circle venue located at 1913 Massachusetts Ave NW, at the corner of Connecticut Ave, just steps away from the Dupont Q Street Metro.
Yesterday there were 37,199 total positives.
explore all the official D.C. data here
From the Mayor’s Office:
“The District’s reported data for Wednesday, February 3, 2021 includes 166 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 37,365.
The District reported that six additional residents lost their lives due to COVID-19.
41-year-old male
70-year-old female
72-year-old male
74-year-old female
76-year-old male
97-year-old male
Tragically, 932 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.
Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)
Join veteran Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey clown Jim Dandy and award-winning burlesque performer Delilah Dentata for Yolks on You, a brunch-time romp that celebrates the funniest, strangest, and most delightful variety performers they can find.
Over the years, we’ve welcomed burlesque, clown, live music, flow arts, drag, mime, pole, puppets, and a few things we still don’t quite know how to describe … and we’re doing it all again in May!
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From MPD:
“On February 3, 2021, at approximately 10:15 PM sound of gunfire was reported in the 5200 block of Georgia Ave NW. Officers responded and discovered multiple casings in the area. (more…)
Thanks to Ben for sharing this beautiful recap:
“I took a walk around DC during our snowfall, and made a short video to capture the moment. (more…)
Photo from Columbia Heights by DJ JunglEE
Lots of folks wrote in yesterday through last night from all over town echoing Lauren’s comment: “Please stop with the low flying helicopters oh my god! @PoPville (NoMa/H Street)”
Ed. Note: EHN is trying.
“2x VH-92A Marine One training and multiple landings at Naval Observatory this afternoon.”
Phil with some great video action: (more…)
953 Palmer Alley, NW. Photo by Stephanie Arbetter
Thanks to Stephanie for sharing: “looks like Caudalie quietly closed its doors at CityCenterDC over the last week. Shelves are emptied and the windows are papered over.” (more…)
Photo by C Buoscio
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