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“Metro today announced service plans for July 4, 2020, including extended service at selected stations following the Salute to America fireworks display on the National Mall.” Wait, What? Seriously. WTF

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo via Secretary David Bernhardt

Secretary David Bernhardt tweets yesterday:

“It’s going to be another BIG firework show in DC this year! Thank you Fireworks by Grucci for making another generous donation to the @NatlParkService!”

From WMATA:

“Metro today announced service plans for July 4, 2020, including extended service at selected stations following the Salute to America fireworks display on the National Mall. While it is not known how many visitors will attend the event due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, all indications are that crowds will be much lighter than in past years. However, because the event may result in a modest increase in Metro’s ridership versus current levels, Metro will run more frequent trains and extend service beyond 9 p.m. at designated stations closest to the National Mall. (more…)

Fireworks Continued with Gusto Last Night, Checks Notes, June 21st

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to a reader for sending the scene above from Shaw. Our June fireworks bonanza continued to the joy of some and the chagrin of many others last night. Conspiracies abound though as I’ve said before, D.C. is no stranger to earlier fireworks displays – however this year’s displays seem to be much louder than previous years. Also of note, these displays are not limited to one neighborhood or area but have been reported all over the District from Shaw to H Street to Tenleytown to SW and beyond. Etegamist passes an interesting theory: (more…)

Ojo Latino – Fireworks

By Prince Of Petworth

OjO Latino is a series by Néstor Sánchez Cordero. This week features the Fourth of July festivities from Capitol Hill. Néstor says, “Images are around, the secret is to catch them at the right moment and with the right light…”

Two more after the jump. (more…)

Dear PoP – Can You See Fireworks on the Mall From Bloomingdale?

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Patrick Calder

“Dear PoP,

I’ve got a question I think only you or your readers would be able to answer, could you help me out?

Does anyone know if I’ll be able to see the July 4th fireworks from my roof in Bloomingdale? You can see the Monument and a bit of the Capitol through the trees but I’m not sure if the show would be visible. Anyone know for sure?

If not I guess I’ll just head up to Cardozo HS, which I might do anyway as I hear it’s also great.”

If I had to guess I’d say yes. But I’m sure some Bloomingdale folks can give a more accurate answer. Have fun and Happy Fourth to all!

Reader Request: New Year’s Eve Options

By Prince Of Petworth

I’ve been asked by a number of folks some options for new years. So I had Raz, Tina, Nichole as well as myself put a few together. If you have any recommendations please put them in the comments. Thanks.

From Solly’s:

Celebrate the New Year with the Washington Irish Rugby Team!

Tickets include 2 hour complimentary Surreal Vodka, Heineken Light, and PBR until 10:30PM.

Admission also includes:

* Buffet of great food
* Live band covering your favorites
* $3 Surreal Vodka after 10:30PM
* $3 Heineken Light and PBR
* Champagne Toast

New Year’s Eve Irish Fundraiser

When: New Year’s Eve – 8pm to Close
Where: Solly’s U st Tavern, 11th and U st NW
What: Open Bar and food from 8 to 10pm, bands, prizes, good times
Cost: $45 before the event
**Buy your tickets here http://www.washingtonirishrfc.org/nyePay.php

More after the jump. (more…)

The Aftermath

By Prince Of Petworth

This is taken on July 5th outside Cardozo High School on 13th Street.

Overall, I’d say it was a good 4th of July (check out the video a few posts below). I must’ve passed dozens of “local” shows walking between 11th Street and Petworth. There was a great community feel as well with people gathered on their porches and street corners to watch some impressive displays. And many of the folks did a terrific job cleaning up after they were finished. Sadly, some folks were not as responsible. This year I heard fireworks well after two in the morning which was fine with me but I’m sure folks with little kids may have been a bit perturbed. And actually, I’m getting to see a pretty decent show right now (July 6th at 9:42 pm)… I’m cool with all the local shows but after a while it tends to get a bit boring for me. I like Oreo cookies but I only eat 2-4 at a time. Sometimes the fireworks, particularly on July 6 and after, makes me think that some folks really enjoy eating boxes and boxes of Oreo cookies.

Dear PoP

By Prince Of Petworth

Hello,

I seek the PoP’s advice on the 4th of July activities. I have lived in DC for several years but have yet to spend a July 4th in town – it happens that I am usually on summer vacation elsewhere at the time. I have friends coming in and I would like to take them out for drinks and then get them in range to see the fireworks display downtown. What is the farthest out I can be north of the mall and still get a view of the action? Also, what are the bars like down there during the lead-up to the display? I would like to get the drinks close enough to the mix of things to get the 4th of July vibe. However, I would like to avoid the running from over-crowded bar to over-crowded bar up to the fireworks show. Can I strike the delicate balance anywhere downtown (for the sake of the conversation, I am considering Dupont, etc “downtown”)?

Any suggestions would be helpful.

Thanks,

Jimmy D.

My response after the jump (photo above view from Cardozo High School) leave your suggestions in the comments. (more…)

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