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“Vaccine Clinic Tip – Try GW!” and some Testing Tips

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Allison for sending: “I just wanted to share that I had a super easy time getting my Pfizer booster through GW! You can pre-register online, however they easily accommodate walk-ins.

I was checked-in immediately around 9:45 and boosted right after, then out the door after the 15min safety period!

I had previously tried to book a booster online via One Medical (no appointments) and CVS/Walgreens (two-week lead time) so just wanted to spread the news since it may be a bit more efficiently run than a city site.

Thanks and happy holidays!”

Regarding testing other readers write:

“FYI I got an exposure alert so I tried to get tested at the Sherman Ave nw firehouse and they said they ran out of their tests today and yesterday so it seems like testing demand is way back up. Don’t run up right at 7:30 like I just tried to if you need one!

Might want to let folks know the demand is way up! Guessing a mix of omicron + holiday travel”

“Just wanted to make sure people are aware of Curative testing sites since they’re not on the DC testing website but they have a ton of appointments available, including same day at a bunch of them. I went yesterday at 1 and they were super friendly and I got my results back already at 6:30 this morning. Thanks!”

SoberRide Returns “Friday, December 17 and continuing through New Years Day”

By Prince Of Petworth

From an email:

“SoberRide returns to the Washington, DC region this holiday season to offer free rides home during the holiday season.

Beginning Friday, December 17 and continuing through New Years Day, Lyft is partnering with the Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP) to offer a free ride home, up to $15, to adults aged 21 and older. (more…)

MPD Advice “Guarding Against Robbery and Assault”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Diane Krauthamer

From MPD:

“Robbery and assault are serious crimes. While money is often the motivation, these incidents are considered crimes of violence because they involve the threat or actual use of physical violence. The basic rules of prevention are to be sensible and to be alert. The following tips will also help reduce the risk of robbery or assault.

Personal Safety Tips on the Street (more…)

“it’s REALLY good”

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Phil for the reminder: “DC folks: we tried Foodhini and it’s REALLY good. Got the chicken gormeh and bolani from the Afghan menu. See for yourself!”

Check out the menus here.


via Foodhini

For those not familiar with Foodhini:

“Foodhini was founded on the idea that food can be used to create new opportunities for our immigrant and refugee communities, and also satisfy the appetites of hungry foodies in search of authentic multicultural meals. (more…)

MPD warns of Theft of Catalytic Converter from Parked Vehicles

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“Dear 1D Community,

We have recently seen an uptick in the theft of catalytic converters from cars parked on public streets. These incidents have occurred across the district, and while they are most common overnight, we have had some occur during daytime hours as well. Their theft requires access to the undercarriage of the car, either jacking it up or crawling under vehicles with higher clearance such as trucks and SUVs. They are then generally cut out with a simple cordless angle grinder; that part of the operation is usually very loud and noticeable. The thieves will often use a truck and operate in teams; the entire process can occur in less than a minute. (more…)

“QR codes are back at MyIR Mobile for DC residents”

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Fer for the heads up: “QR codes are back at MyIR Mobile for DC residents. Just added COVID-19 vaccination information to Apple Health and Wallet (and also tested it with the Commons Project app and it worked)”

From MyIR Support:

“Starting today you will be able to get a temporary SMART Health Card QR code for your COVID vaccination record in MyIR Mobile. (more…)

“I knew when they were walking me to an ATM that I was never going to see this money again”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Sunday outside of the Adams Morgan Community Center, a couple in their 30s said their car was towed with all their belongings and had no means of getting it back without cash. They claimed to be law students at GW and that they were married (neither wearing wedding rings). They said they had no family or friends here since they just moved to DC. They would venmo me back in 2 hours and I could have their phone and ID as collateral. I had my car towed when I first moved here so I was too sympathetic to their story. (more…)

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