wildlife

Thanks to Tracey for sending:

“This giant hawk was in our backyard in NE DC.”

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.


Foggy Bottom


20th and Pennsylvania Ave, NW

From a press release:

“Ashok Bajaj of Knightsbridge Restaurant Group is pleased to announce that the second Bindaas Bowls & Rolls, carryout concept, will open on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The “to-go”- focused concept will replace its sister restaurant, Bindaas, in Foggy Bottom and will offer popular Indian dishes that better serve the dining audience residing and working around 2000 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, 20006. Diners can anticipate classic bowls and tempting rolls to build their own customized meal with their favorite ingredients. (more…)


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photo by LaTur

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DC Government


photo by Callan Swenson

From the Mayor’s Office:

“DC Public Schools will be open Thursday and Friday with 2 hour delay.

NEW: DCPS will reopen tomorrow, Jan 29, and Friday, Jan 30, on a 2-hour delay.

Teams have been working hard to make sure we’re ready, and we can’t wait to welcome our learners back to their classrooms.”

“DC Government will open tomorrow, Jan 29, at 10AM.

It’s crucial that we continue operations to keep our city moving forward.”

Full release: (more…)


Event

Step Inside. Get Inspired. Support Our Schools.

Join us for the 2026 Renovators House Tour on Sunday, October 18, from 12–5 PM! Tour unique Capitol Hill homes, discover creative renovations and design ideas, and connect with the people and businesses behind them.


Federal Government


photo by Mark Andre

From OPM:

“Washington, DC Area

Applies to: Thursday, January 29, 2026
Status: Open With Option for Unscheduled Leave or Unscheduled Telework

Federal agencies in the Washington, DC area are Open and employees have the Option for Unscheduled Leave or Unscheduled Telework. (more…)