Federal Government

A reader reports just after 9am:

“At least 100 people in line to get into the cap hill HHS building this morning. Absolutely NUTS cannot imagine having to work under that environment.”

And another reader sends a photo from a different HHS satellite building with another long line: (more…)


Holiday

Thanks to Stephanie for sharing this great shot of a last tree from the Wharf marina.

Last Christmas Tree in Town is brought to you by the friends of Mizuta Masahide. Should we be blessed with any, please send your MAY tree sightings to [email protected] and let me know where you saw it. Thanks!

And thanks to Susan for sending from Tenleytown: (more…)


Sponsored

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  • “With more than 3,400 square feet across four finished levels, this expansive Brightwood rowhouse offers a scale and flexibility rarely found in the neighborhood. The fully finished lower level is a true second unit with its own kitchen, bath, private walkout entrance, and Certificate of Occupancy.”

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Rant/Revel


photo by angela n.

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Event

The Triumph Trek at the Rio is the ultimate celebration of strength, recovery and hope — and everyone is invited.

On Sunday, September 20, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Adventist HealthCare Rehabilitation and Adventist HealthCare Home Care Services will gather at Rio Lakefront in Gaithersburg for an untimed walk-or-wheel around the accessible lakeside path. This is not a race. Scooters, wheelchairs, walkers, strollers and every pace are welcome, and no one finishes last.


Embassy

A very lovable country indeed. This was nice to see from the Embassy of Denmark in the USA’s IG:

“Embassy staff arrived to find a “We ❤️ Denmark” sign placed in front of the gate, here in Washington, D.C. Most of us couldn’t help but stop, smile and take a picture. It was one of those small, unexpected gestures that instantly lifts your mood. (more…)


driving dangerously


via google maps

Anyone with information can email me at [email protected] and I’ll pass on to OP thanks.

“Dear PoPville,

I was in a hit and run crash in NOMA Saturday evening. A SUV driver slammed into my rear end causing my airbags to deploy and pushed me into the car in front of me. Unfortunately, the person who hit me did not stop annd drove away. (more…)