Thanks to Yariv for passing on from NGA:

“The National Gallery of Art is temporarily closed and all programs are canceled until further notice. Check back for more updates.”

And an update from the Smithsonian National Zoo:

“Smithsonian museums, research centers, and the National Zoo are open today and will remain open through our scheduled closing time on Saturday, Oct. 11. (more…)



photo by @flavsterrr via Rose Ave Bakery

From Rose Ave Bakery (2633 Connecticut Ave, NW):

“Here’s our Mid-Autumn Festival menu, available this Saturday (10/4) and Sunday (10/5) only! #LimitedQuantities

TRADITIONAL BAKED RED BEAN MOONCAKES – A classic Mid-Autumn favorite.

SNOWY MOONCAKES – A modern take on the traditional treat, made with sweet mochi dough and filled with ube custard or black sesame paste. (Contains Soy and Peanuts)

To make sure everyone gets a chance to enjoy our Mooncakes, there is a limit of one (1) set of Traditional Baked Mooncakes and one (1) set of Snowy Mooncakes per guest. (more…)



Passato Pizza & Grill at 2455 18th Street, NW

Thanks to Jackie for sending:

“Passato Pizza & Grill in Adams Morgan is giving out a free medium pizzas to federal employees.

The owners were so kind and asked me how I was doing and where I worked. I really appreciated the support. The pizza is definitely big enough for 2 people!”

Passato writes: (more…)


From WMATA:

“On Saturday, Oct. 4, and Sunday Oct. 5, free shuttle buses will replace trains between Eastern Market and Minnesota Av/Benning Road on the Blue, Orange, and Silver Lines.

Potomac Av and Stadium-Armory stations will be closed.

Two express buses will operate during the weekend. One will run from Eastern Market to Minnesota Av and the other will run from Eastern Market to Benning Road.

Two local shuttles will stop at each closed station along the Blue Line and Orange Line.

Crews will be repairing aerial structures. (more…)



3301 Georgia Ave, NW

Back in July we noted that Call Your Mother Park View was preparing to reopen on the inside. Now the good news from CYM:

“Come kick it on a rocking chair or a regular chair or a bench INSIDE for the first time in 5-ish years!!!!!! 🎉🥳🎈🪂🪩🥯😜 CATCH US FROM 6:30 – 2 on weekdays & 6:30 – 3 on weekends.”

Have a look inside: (more…)


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