So about that bagel store coming to the old Epic Philly Steaks/Mixtec space – It’s gonna be a NYC Bagel and Sandwich Shop:
“NYC Bagel and Sandwich Shop bagels are great because we have perfected a way to precisely duplicate our fresh baked original New York City bagels (more…)
From MPD:
“On October 15, 2019, at approximately 12:50am, MPD units responded out to investigate the sounds of gunshots in the 4400 block of 9th St NW. MPD located a shell casing in the area, but there no reported injuries or damage to any property.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact MPD at (202) 727-9099.”
and
“At approximately 2:00 am this morning, members of the Metropolitan Police were called to the 4200 block of 7th Street, Northwest, for the sound of gunshots. Officer canvassed the area and discovered cartridge casings in the 4200 block of 7th Street, Northwest.
If you have any information regarding this incident, contact the Metropolitan Police Department at 202-727-9099.”
“Seeds drifting through space for years took root in a farmer’s field. From the seeds came pods which had the power to reproduce themselves…” – Dr. Miles J. Bennell | Invasion of the Body Snatchers, 1956
They’re already here! They’re growing silently in your favorite parks. They’re climbing over trees, covering the forest floor, and slowly taking over the ecosystem–vine by vine, sprout by sprout! They’re leafy invaders from outer space and they’re hiding in plain sight!
Well, technically, they aren’t from outer space and they certainly aren’t going to turn you into a pod person. The aliens we worry about at Rock Creek Conservancy come from all over planet Earth, and are a major problem for the forests of Rock Creek Park. Today, we’re talking about invasive plants.
The extraterrestrials from the 1955 sci-fi novel The Body Snatchers planned to leave Earth depleted of all resources before moving on to the next planet. Similarly, the non-native invasive plants that take root in Rock Creek Park wreak havoc on entire ecosystems. They monopolize space, nutrients, and sunlight until the local flora and fauna can’t live here anymore. (more…)
This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.
DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 22, 2026
Memorial Day weekend is here, and DC’s housing market isn’t taking the holiday off — there are 170 open houses across the city this weekend. Whether you’re firing up the grill or squeezing in a little house-hunting between cookouts, it’s a perfect stretch of days to wander through some new listings. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.
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“Terra from U St. Terra is 12 years old and we adopted her from the Humane Rescue Alliance when she was 8 months old”
“Romeo from Alexandria doing the downward-facing cat.”
via Pepco
From Alert DC:
“Pepco reports a power outage affecting approximately 2650 customers in Petworth, Brightwood Park and Fort Totten neighborhoods. Current estimate time of restoration is 7 PM.”
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
Locations of Likely Human Trafficking Cases in the U.S. via Polaris
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Fully decriminalizing the sex trade in Washington, D.C. would increase the risk of sex trafficking
Brad Myles, CEO of Polaris
Proponents of legislation headed for hearing before the D.C. Council in mid-October would have you believe that the question of how to handle the sex trade in our city is a binary one: Either you decriminalize sex work, or you don’t. Period.
That’s no accident. Even the name of the bill – the “Community Safety and Health Amendment Act” – is designed to send this misleading message. The reality is far more complicated. This bill does not solely decriminalize sex work in an attempt to help keep people in prostitution safer. It also repeals crimes related to pimping, brothel-keeping, and sex buying, on the grounds that people in prostitution should not have their livelihoods interfered with in any way. In doing so, it increases the risk of sex trafficking for vulnerable people in the District.
Here’s the more complicated, honest version. The sex trade in DC is heterogeneous – a market ecosystem involving many different actors and impacting tens of thousands of lives. Some people are in the sex trade out of intentional choice. They exist, but it is a minority of the trade. Some of the most marginalized and vulnerable members of our society are exploited in the sex trade, or get involved out of desperation and lack of other options. (more…)
This rental is located at 2227 20th Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2950 / 2br – 1135ft2 – Luminous Kalorama Condo! (Kalorama / Adam’s Morgan) (more…)
221 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
Thanks to Ian for sending: “Tried to catch a glimpse inside the open construction door at Cap Hill’s long-closed Sweetgreen. Doesn’t look remotely done.”
At least we know work is being done so it should come back eventually. STAY TUNED.
via google maps
From MPD:
“On October 15, 2019 at approximately 2:53 PM, members of the Fifth District responded to the Unit block of Bryant Street NE for the sound of gunshots. An adult male victim was subsequently located at an area hospital suffering from two apparent gunshot wounds which were deemed non life threatening.
The offense is being investigated by Detectives assigned to the Fifth District Detectives unit.
Anyone having information relating to the shooting is asked to call (202)727-9099.”
4465 Connecticut Ave, NW
I keep forgetting to post this with all the excitement of Sukkot. Thanks to all who messaged me about Uptown Market opening on Friday:
“Visit Uptown Market during our soft opening. We’ll be open 8am-8pm serving a limited menu.
We are a neighborhood market offering a full service butcher, fresh seafood market, cheese and charcuterie, locally sourced products, house made donuts, fresh coffee, beer, wine and in house and to go dining. Enjoy our 40 seat dining room or our 60 seat patio.”
I took a quick peek inside on Saturday: (more…)