Rant/Revel


photo by DCbmyers

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in D.C.

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Event

The DC Concert Orchestra presents Portraits in Time, the last concert in our season themed A World Mosaic. The concert runs approximately 90 minutes with one 15 minute intermission. DCCO commissioned a new work by DC composer Blair Goins. There will be interactive discussions with the composer Blair Goins at performance time and after the concert. Please join us afterwards to learn more about this exciting new work and the composer.

On the program:


weather


photo by Pia

From OPM:

“Washington, DC Area

Applies to: Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Status: Open – Suggesting 2 Hour Delayed Arrival – With Option for Unscheduled Leave or Unscheduled Telework. Given critical work being done across the federal government, please consult with your agency for final guidance.”

From DCPS:

“DCPS is CLOSED on Wednesday, February 12, due to inclement weather. All programming at DCPS schools is cancelled, and our buildings will be closed. Please stay safe.”

From the Mayor’s Office: (more…)


wildlife

Thanks to Eli for sending from the National Gallery of Art.

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