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“The Smithsonian will reopen 10 of its museums throughout the summer, marking a full reopening of the Smithsonian since closing to the public in March 2020”

By Prince Of Petworth


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From The Smithsonian:

“The Smithsonian will reopen 10 of its museums throughout the summer, marking a full reopening of the Smithsonian since closing to the public in March 2020. These locations will open on a staggered schedule from June through August. All museums will reopen with added health and safety measures due to the COVID-19 pandemic and many with reduced hours of operation. Visitors will need to reserve free, timed-entry passes for most locations.

Reopening Schedule  (more…)

If You Are Traveling This Memorial Day Weekend and are Not Fully Vaccinated, This is what you should do

By Prince Of Petworth


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Update: They forgot to update the link with the newest guidance – 7 day quarantine no longer required. But note you do have to wait 3-5 days after returning home before you get a test and quarantine until you get the results back.

From DC’s latest travel guidance:

“Unvaccinated people should:

Get a COVID-19 test 1-3 days before leaving on their trip
AND
get a COVID-19 test 3-5 days after returning home from their trip

Quarantine at home until test results return. (more…)

“What’s the deal with DC’s travel restrictions?”

By Prince Of Petworth


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“Dear PoPville,

DC’s list of low risk states hasn’t been updated since May 2, and therefore doesn’t include some states that meet the criteria. I would like to travel with my family to New Jersey, where the average cases per 100,000 is currently at 5, but New Jersey isn’t on the list of low risk states, which means that when I return, (more…)

“Library to Offer Browsing, Seating Starting June 1”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the DC Public Library:

“On June 1, the DC Public Library will increase occupancy at all open locations. Customers will be allowed to browse the collection and sit at a table or in lounge areas to read, study or work. The Library will also expand the number of public computers available and extend the sessions from 45 minutes to 70 minutes.

Starting June 1, people will be able to: (more…)

Starting Tomorrow Restaurant/Bar “Patrons may stand to order or consume food or beverages, socialize, and to participate in recreational activities such as dancing, darts, pools, axe throwing, bowling, and games of skill.”

By Prince Of Petworth


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From ABRA:

“Effective at 5:00 a.m. on Friday, May 21, 2021, many substantive restrictions and requirements imposed by previous Mayor’s Orders and ABC Board rulemakings to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 will be lifted. Additionally, select activities such as pub crawls and extended holiday hours, that were temporarily suspended due to the public health emergency may resume.

Full modifications are detailed in Mayor’s Order 2020-069, related ABC Board emergency rulemakings, and on ABRA’s website.

Additionally, ABRA will host a virtual public information session focused on the loosening restrictions on Friday, May 21 at 10:00 a.m. Advance registration is required.

Key modifications taking effect at 5:00 a.m. on Friday, May 21 include the following: (more…)

Starting Tomorrow “Fully vaccinated fans – meaning you are two weeks past your final shot – will be able to attend the upcoming games without wearing an approved face covering.”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Nationals:

“Coming off a two-city road trip, the Nationals return home to D.C. on Friday for an exciting nine-game homestand during which the Baltimore Orioles, Cincinnati Reds, and Milwaukee Brewers come to town.

In response to the Mayor’s announcement on Monday regarding mask requirements in the District of Columbia, the Washington Nationals will be changing the face covering policy at Nationals Park for the upcoming homestand, starting Friday, May 21. Please see below for more details.

In addition, the Government of the District of Columbia has approved the team’s request to operate at 100% capacity starting June 10th, (more…)

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