Federal Government


photo by Josh

“Return to In-Person Work” from The White House January 20, 2025:

“Heads of all departments and agencies in the executive branch of Government shall, as soon as practicable, take all necessary steps to terminate remote work arrangements and require employees to return to work in-person at their respective duty stations on a full-time basis, provided that the department and agency heads shall make exemptions they deem necessary.

This memorandum shall be implemented consistent with applicable law.”

And in other Executive order news – Chairman Mendelson Statement on Release of Those Involved in January 6th Insurrection: (more…)


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coffee


photos by Mark Lyon

On Friday we shared the shattering news that the Pizzeria Uno had closed after decades of dominance in Union Station.

Ed. Note: I’m opening a bar in Union Station. Beer, champagne and gin available. There will be pizza bagels. No surcharges. An entire wall of “little free library” books. There will be one boombox that plays Beastie Boys, John Denver, Manu Chao, A Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul and some alt country.

OK back to business – thanks to Mark for sharing some opening news in Union Station: (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


Rant/Revel


photo of “Portrait of a Young Man” – Miki Haykawa at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, by Ted Eytan

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weather


Tom, DC legend, again, knows what’s up

From the Mayor’s Office:

“In anticipation of forecasted snowfall on Sunday, January 19, Mayor Muriel Bowser is deploying the District Snow Team tonight. At midnight, pre-treatment brine operations will begin on all snow emergency routes, including the National Highway System.

The National Weather Service is forecasting snowfall to begin on Sunday morning between 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. and to continue throughout the day with the potential for several inches of accumulation. Temperatures are expected to drop throughout the weekend, with the potential for single-digit wind chill temperatures on Monday, January 20. (more…)


Holiday


from H Street, NE back in THE DAY

Sticking around or heading out of town – hope everyone has a safe and meaningful long weekend.

Catch you on Tuesday.

And if we do get a legit snow on Sunday – be sure to send your snow/dogs/cats/miscellaneous photos to us at [email protected] (please include pet name and your neighborhood) and we’ll be sure to post them when I get back online. [Ed. Note: For those who sent pics from last storm that didn’t get posted, you’re in the regular animal fix queue and will be posted eventually. I promise! Will email ya the day I post so you don’t miss it.]

Stay warm!