
229 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
Thanks to Daj for sending Saturday night “Caplounge has prayer candles at the closed front door.”
Capitol Lounge closed after 26 years September 20th.

229 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
Thanks to Daj for sending Saturday night “Caplounge has prayer candles at the closed front door.”
Capitol Lounge closed after 26 years September 20th.

140 rock Creek Church Rd, NW across from Slash Run and the Hitching Post
Ben (and Loren) ask last night:
“Any clue why we are hearing Taps around 9pm in north petworth/brightwood park many nights? It sounds like someone is playing it, not a recording.”
Rachel replied, it’s from the “Old Soldiers Home, every night at 8:56pm.”

Thanks to Steven and Felipe for sending from Georgetown Sunday.
It had been 6 days since our last stolen wheels report.

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.
May has officially arrived, and with it the year’s first true spring weekend in the District. Buyers will have plenty to choose from with 360+ open houses across the city this weekend, with porches in bloom, parks in full color, and that perfect-for-house-hunting weather that makes you want to walk every block. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.


Photo by Jim Havard
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Today, DC Health released an updated list of high-risk states where the seven-day moving average of daily new COVID-19 cases is 10 or more per 100,000 persons. Mayor Bowser issued Mayor’s Order 2020-081 with requirements for all people traveling into Washington, DC from high-risk states.
Anyone coming into Washington, DC from a high-risk state (within the prior 14 days) who was traveling for non-essential activities will be required to self-quarantine for 14 days from their arrival in the District. Individuals traveling from high-risk states after essential travel or arriving in the District for essential travel are required to self-monitor for symptoms of COVID-19 for 14 days and, if they show signs or experience symptoms of COVID-19, they are to self-quarantine and seek medical advice or testing.
Travel to and from Maryland and Virginia is exempt from the Order. This list should be used until Monday, November 2.
States that were added to the updated list include: Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island.
No states were removed from the updated list.
High-risk states that require 14 days of self-quarantine: (more…)
Astro Jump of Metro DC now offers trackless train rentals for events across Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland.
The trackless train is available for school events, festivals, corporate events, and private parties, and can operate on parking lots, roads, and other paved surfaces. The train includes four passenger cars that comfortably fit both children and adults, making it a versatile attraction for a wide range of event types.

Photo by Ted Eytan
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To celebrate DC native Haili Blassingame’s debut novel, THEY ALL FALL IN LOVE AT THE END, Lost City Books is throwing a launch party themed around messy love stories. Haili, and a crew of writers she has assembled, will read excerpts from their work, but there will also be audience participation in the form of anonymously submitting messy dating stories. It’s going to be a night of laughter, of gasps, of books, of great company. Refreshments will be available. We can’t wait to see you there!

Yesterday there were 16,334 total positives.
Ed. Note: Comments have been closed because the broken record has become redundant, at best. Please continue to wear a face covering when you leave home and get tested if you are not well or think you have been exposed.
explore all the official D.C. data here
From the Mayor’s Office:
“The District’s reported data for Saturday, October 17, 2020 includes 36 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 16,370.
The District reported no additional COVID-19 related deaths.
Tragically, 641 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.
Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)

Dan Rather not mincing words last night:
“I suspect if Washington DC was a Republican stronghold Mitch McConnell would long ago have made it a state with pious history lessons about “taxation without representation.”

919 U Street, NW
Thanks to Mark for passing on word from El Rey:
“El Rey fam. Ever since we announced our closing your support and love has been overwhelming
We heard you, which is why we will NOT close on October 31st and will stay open for as long as we can – for you, for our staff, for DC. Thank you and nothing but love #UStreetDC!”
Ed. Note: Back in September we had learned American Ice Company, The Brixton, Echo Park, El Rey, The Gibson, Marvin, and Players Club reportedly will close “for the foreseeable future on Halloween.”
Updates if there are miracles for any of the other Hilton brothers spots mentioned above.

Yesterday there were 16,255 total positives.
Ed. Note: Comments have been closed because the broken record has become redundant, at best. Please continue to wear a face covering when you leave home and get tested if you are not well or think you have been exposed.
explore all the official D.C. data here
From the Mayor’s Office:
“The District’s reported data for Friday, October 16, 2020 includes 79 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 16,334.
The District reported no additional COVID-19 related deaths.
Tragically, 641 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.
Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)

via google maps
From MPD sent around 6am:
“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 100 block of P Street NW. an adult female has been transported to an area hospital with non life threatening gunshot wounds to the leg.
Motorists and pedestrians can expect road closures in the area as we investigate.
Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”
In a city where everyone seems to be moving at a hundred miles an hour, finding a moment of calm can feel like a luxury. At Luxie Spa, tucked into the heart of Capitol Hill, that luxury is intentional.
Luxie Spa has become one of D.C.’s most talked-about destinations for those who want more than a routine beauty appointment. Combining high-end technique with a personalized touch — creates an experience that feels both indulgent and deeply restorative.