Gym

“JETSET Pilates® Signs Lease for First Washington, D.C. Studio at Union Market”

By Prince Of Petworth


courtesy JETSET Pilates®

From a press release:

“Fast-growing fitness franchise JETSET Pilates® is making its D.C. debut with a brand-new studio at Union Market, JETSET Pilates Union Market. Franchise owner and local entrepreneur Sami Siegel has officially signed a lease at 1280 Union ST NE, Washington, DC 20002. Located on the ground floor of Margarite, the new luxury apartment building, bringing the modern, musically driven Pilates experience to the heart of the capital.

The studio is set to open in Fall 2025, (more…)

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Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Ted Eytan

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Celebrate Mother’s Day with a gorgeous flower arrangement from Volanni

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Show Mother’s Day love with a creative, fresh, flower arrangement from D.C. florist Volanni!

Michael Lanni, the artist behind these arrangements, puts intuitive care into each of his designs. As he likes to say, “This is our art, and flowers are the medium.”

Pick out the perfect Mother’s Day arrangement and place your order online. Volanni makes deliveries throughout the DMV. The deliveries can go out Friday, Saturday and Sunday (May 8th-10th).

Mother’s Day is approaching fast on May 10th and flower availability is limited, so get your order in!

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Top 5 and Climbing: Local Child Needs Votes to Reach #1 in Jr. Ranger Contest Group Phase

By Tiffany Lavinder

Local rising kindergartener, Phin, has advanced to the Top 5 in his group in the national Jr. Ranger Contest, a competition that celebrates children who are passionate about nature, wildlife, and exploration. After making it through earlier rounds with strong family and friend support, Phin is now in 4th place and working toward the top spot needed to move on to the quarterfinals.

The contest encourages kids to engage with the outdoors and highlights their curiosity and love for learning about the natural world. For Phin and his family, this experience has been both exciting and meaningful, made even more special by the encouragement from friends, neighbors, and the broader community.

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Strength & Softness Memorial Day Weekend Yoga Retreat

Blue Mountain Retreat Center

1032 Hoffmaster Rd.

Knoxville, Maryland 21758

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Join Mindful Movement DC this Memorial Day Weekend for a 3 night yoga retreat to rebalance strength & softness in our lives! During this weekend in the woods, we will create a sacred space to nourish and embrace our whole selves through yoga, meditation, journaling, time in nature, and community building.

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OUTSTANDING Sandwich Scuttlebutt: Bub and Pop’s moving from Dupont to NoMa!?!

By Prince Of Petworth


1815 M Street, NW

OK continuing coverage of the Bub and Pop’s Dupont/M Street closure continues. Well they definitely closed on M Street and have moved out much of the furniture/kitchen. BUT scuttlebutt is trickling in! Pete, who is a paragon, simply says: “They are relocating.” This coupled with a tipster who has a very solid track record with me tells me (more…)

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Pamper Yourself at Luxie Spa in Capitol Hill

By Luxie Spa

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.

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