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Heads Up: This week is DCPS spring break so I’ll have a more limited schedule. Your daily rant/revels shan’t be affected! Back in form by Monday April 20th – Cheers, Dan

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3214 Sherman Ave NW
3214 Sherman Ave NW

Mother’s Day weekend is shaping up to be a great one for DC homebuyers. With 315+ open houses scheduled across the District, there’s no shortage of opportunities to explore what’s on the market—and the good news is that the majority of showings are happening on Saturday, leaving your Sunday free for brunches, flowers, and family celebrations. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

  • 3214 Sherman Ave NW — $999,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4PM — Steve Gaich
    “Own a Piece of DC’s Most Sought-After Neighborhood — With income potential built right in! Columbia Heights doesn’t just have character — it is character. And 3214 Sherman Avenue NW sits at the heart of it all: a strikingly handsome period townhouse that pairs a jaw-dropping original exterior with a renovated, light-filled contemporary interior. This is the rare home that delivers everything — history, style, flexibility, and one of the best locations in the city.”
  • 1024 Cook Dr SE — $750,000 — Randle Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 12-3PM — Brendan Mullenholz
    “Enjoy suburban style living with the convenience of city access in this rarely available Craftsman home in Asheford Court. Built in 2016, this charming 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a bright, open layout with an easy flow from the front sitting area to the spacious family room and into the sun-filled kitchen. Step outside from the kitchen into the backyard featuring trees for shade privacy and plenty of space for entertaining.”
  • 1310 Delafield Pl NW — $1,150,000 — 16th St Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4PM — Jen Goroff
    “Rarely available Victorian-style detached single-family home in the sought-after Sixteenth Street Heights neighborhood of NW Washington, DC. This stately 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence blends timeless character with generous living space and classic architectural details.”
  • 612 4th Pl SW — $1,180,000 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sun. 2-4PM — Jason Skipworth
    “Welcome home to 612 4th Place SW, luxury townhome living at the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood. 612 4th Place SW is just steps from The Wharf, DC’s newest and hottest waterfront community. Features 4-bedrooms & 3.5-bathrooms, and 2,400 sq. ft. spread out over 3 levels.”

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SW Waterfront

From a press release:

“Red Bull Spin Off is bringing a one-of-a-kind spectacle to the nation’s capital this summer — a high-energy tandem bicycle challenge set on a water-based obstacle course at The Wharf. Taking place on June 27, the event will kick off Fourth of July celebrations in DC as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary festivities. Inspired by the wildly popular Red Bull Stalen Ros series in Europe, Red Bull Spin Off DC invites teams of two to design, build, and ride custom-crafted bikes across a floating course — where creativity meets competition and wipeouts are part of the show.

Participants can apply now until Sunday, May 3, (more…)


Event

The DC Chamber Musicians close out the 25-26 season with popular works by Brahms and Dohnanyi, and three selections of newer works that are sure to delight. All set in the lovely St. Thomas’ Parish Episcopal Church in the Dupont Circle neighborhood. Join us afterward for a reception featuring light refreshments (including beer and wine) and an opportunity to chat with the musicians.

On the Program


Restaurants


660 North Capitol Street, NW

From a press release:

“Peruvian Brothers, the Washington, D.C.-based fast-casual concept founded by brothers Giuseppe and Mario Lanzone, is set to open its third
brick-and-mortar location at 660 North Capitol Street NW. The new restaurant, opening to the public on Monday, April 20, marks a significant milestone for the immigrant-founded brand and its continued growth across the DMV region. Opening day will feature a full day of programming celebrating Peruvian culture, free alfajores, and complimentary bottles of the popular Peruvian Brothers Rocoto Hot Sauce for the first 100 customers. (more…)


Marshall Heights


4401-4435 Benning Road, NE

From a press release:

“The NRP Group, a vertically integrated, best-in-class developer, builder, and manager of multifamily housing, in partnership with Marshall Heights Community Development Organization (MHCDO) Inc., today announced the financial closing and groundbreaking of The Waymark, a 109-unit, mixed-income community in Washington, D.C.’s Ward 7. The new affordable housing development will be reserved for families and individuals earning up to 30%, 50% and 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI). (more…)