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photo by Edith Boehler

Thanks to Edith for sharing her stunning photo:

“Uniquely Washington — Beautiful sunset that I took Saturday evening (3/1) from the Cathedral tower after bellringing for a wedding, with crescent moon and Venus in the sky.”

*Credit to my daughter for suggesting the new title for our sunset photo series. For Friends of the White Whale Society pleasures, please visit here. Friends of the Sunset Society is made possible by readers like you! As always, you can submit your spectacular sunsets to us at [email protected] Thanks!


Capitals

From a press release:

“The Washington Capitals unveiled today a special 50th Anniversary Cherry Blossom Capitals jersey as well as Capitals Cherry Blossom merchandise available for purchase at the Team Store at Capital One Arena and Team Store at MedStar Capitals Iceplex.

As part of the Capitals 50th Anniversary celebration and the return of the team’s retro jerseys, the new design features the Screaming Eagle grabbing a cherry blossom branch and a color scheme that matches the petals. The design continues into the numbering, which features full color blossoms and stems. The shoulders feature the Capitals 50th patch in pink with additional cherry blossoms. (more…)


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Announcement

Like a fine wine, the Dupont Artisan Market continues to showcase high-quality artisan shows, which you can see in real time on our Instagram with the hashtag #ArtRaveDC. We are entering the final stretch of the year from September to December, starting with our next event this Saturday, September 5th, and followed by September 12th, the very popular Art All Night, which typically attracts over 4,000 shoppers.

We are excited to welcome four new artisans, including a talented fine artist, a fragrance maker, and an artisan specializing in honey and tea, alongside all our other artisans from various disciplines. We also have entertainment covered with our in-house band, which performs fantastic music and features artists who also showcase and sell their unique works of art.


Event

The first annual Consortium art show

For one weekend in September, a private mansion in Upper Georgetown becomes the most beautiful room in Washington. Work by women artists, hung salon-style the way Paris did it a century ago: floor to ceiling, frame to frame, every wall alive. Sculpture on the mantels. Paintings up the staircase. Art where art is meant to live, in a home, among people, with a glass in your hand.


Crime


via MPD

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of two suspects in a non-contact shooting that occurred in the Eckington neighborhood.

On Thursday, February 27, 2025, at approximately 1:51 p.m., Fifth District officers responded to the reports of sounds of gunshots in the 1700 block of 3rd Street, Northeast. Officers located evidence of a shooting and property damage but did not locate a shooting victim.

During the investigation on the scene, (more…)


Dupont Circle


1633 P Street, NW

From a press release:

“DC Vegan is thrilled to announce the launch of two exciting new ventures that mark a significant expansion of their brand and services. The addition of Pea Street Yoga and DC Vegan Events brings a fresh and dynamic approach to the already beloved DC Vegan experience.

Pea Street Yoga will take root on the third floor of DC Vegan’s location at 1633 P Street NW, offering a serene and welcoming space for wellness enthusiasts with 30 classes per week. (more…)


Announcement

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