wildlife


Photo by Craig Chambers

Thanks to Craig for sending this great closeup from Franklin Square Park.

Update: I’ve decided to name him Earl. I hope that’s agreeable to everyone.

If you spot a hawk or any interesting wildlife around town, lunching or otherwise, and get a good photo please send where you spotted it to [email protected] and I’ll add it to the queue. Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.


Crime


8th and P Street, NW

ZutyDC reported first at 2:15pm: “5 gunshots on 1500 block of 8th NW moments ago”

Isha reported: “shooting at 8th & P St NW just after 2 PM today. Heard the gunshots. Quick emergency response & afaik, 1 victim transported to the hospital in ok shape. Don’t know anything else but whaaaat is happening”

From MPD:

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the area of 8th Street and P Street NW. A juvenile female has been transported to an area hospital with a non life threatening injury to the lower extremities. (more…)


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This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

3628 New Hampshire Avenue NW
3628 New Hampshire Avenue NW

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.

  • 3628 New Hampshire Ave NW — $1,125,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sun. 2-4PM — Silvana Dias
    “Lovingly restored and thoughtfully renovated & expanded by its current owners, this remarkable home retains the timeless charm and craftsmanship that define classic Wardman architecture while incorporating the extensive upgrades today’s homeowners seek. Nearly every aspect of the home has been updated, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, outdoor living and parking pad offering true peace of mind rarely found in homes of this era. The inviting front porch immediately sets the tone with all-new iron railings, beadboard ceiling, ceiling fan, and new storm and entry doors creating a warm and welcoming extension of the home.”
  • 1300 4th St SE #205 — $635,000 — Navy Yard
    Open Sat. 11AM-12:45PM — Sherese Teixeira
    “Welcome to elevated city living at The Bower, one of DC’s most sought-after boutique residences in the heart of Navy Yard. This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo at 1300 4th St SE #205 blends modern design, upscale finishes, and an unbeatable location into one exceptional offering. Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed open-concept layout featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light.”
  • 2220 20th St NW #33 — $740,000 — Kalorama
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Thomas Doyle
    “This beautifully updated and maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom co-op on the 3rd floor captures serene treetop views and is filled with original character that sets it apart. The apartment is over 1,300 sqft and retains its original hardwood floors, graceful archways, pocket doors, and all original doors and trim; preserving an authenticity that is rare to find today. Modern upgrades throughout, including in-unit laundry, luxury kitchen, spa-like bathroom, and bespoke light fixtures.”
  • 3422 Pennsylvania Ave SE — $939,900 — Hillcrest
    Open Sat. 12-2PM — Stephanie Cooper
    “Welcome to your dream home on Pennsylvania Avenue a stunning, thoughtfully renovated four-level, 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence that seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern luxury in the heart of the Hillcrest/Penn Branch neighborhood. From the moment you arrive, the transformation is undeniable. The refreshed exterior, highlighted by premium Hardie board siding and a newly constructed Trex front porch, creates an inviting first impression and a stylish outdoor retreat.”

(more…)


Crime


7th and R Street, NW

Readers reported around 11pm: “Around the corner from the shooting last weekend. Around 10 shots. Sounded eerily like shooting last weekend”

MULTIPLE (7-15) gunshots on 7th St at 10:55-10:56 pm. Multiple ambulances on scene when I left. 7th ST NW completely blocked between Rhode Island and S st. Shaking a bit. Was 200ft away when the shots went off.”

From MPD:

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 1700 block of 7th street nw. An adult male has been transported to an area hospital with non life threatening injuries. (more…)


Event

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!


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Flowers


courtesy She Loves Me, 808 Upshur Street, NW

From an email:

“On Saturday from 10-6, we’ll (She Loves Me, 808 Upshur Street, NW) be hosting our first annual Dalia Day, featuring hundreds of dahlias by the stem grown locally by Belle Blooms Farm in Frederick.

For every dahlia you purchase, $1 will go to Ayuda, a local organization that provides legal, social and language services for thousands of vulnerable immigrants in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia every year.

It’s free to attend, and folks are encouraged to build their own bouquet, snag a single stem or just come to take some great pics.”