Thanks to all who passed on from DPR:
“The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and the Department of General Services (DGS) are pleased to announce that the Wilson Aquatic Center will resume operations on Sunday, July 7th at 10 a.m. (more…)
PSA
From WMATA:
“Are you a cyclist who bikes to Metro? We want to hear your opinion on our new proposed bike storage solutions that will replace our current bike lockers.
Come to NoMa-Gallaudet U Station on 7/10 from 3-7 p.m. to try the options & leave feedback.”
From MPD:
“Follow these tips to help prevent jewelry theft. Always be safe, alert and aware of your surroundings. If a crime does occur, dial 911 and REPORT IT, and include as many details as possible.”
“WRAP’s 2024 Independence Day SoberRideⓇ code will be valid from 4:00 p.m. Thursday, July 4, 2024 until 4:00 a.m. Friday, July 5, 2024. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I had a similar experience to this person.
Basically, I was at Kramer Books on Saturday, February 17, sitting at one of the high top tables against the wall in the lounge, across from a friend. (more…)
From The U.S. Capitol Police:
“On Thursday, July 4, A Capitol Fourth — an Independence Day concert — will be live from the West Front of the United States Capitol. The concert will be broadcast on PBS at 8:00 p.m. EST and streaming online
to honor our country’s birthday.
There is also a dress rehearsal on July 3. Both events are free and open to the public.
On July 3 and July 4, public access to the West Front opens at 3:00 p.m.
Security Measures, Severe Weather, & Prohibited Items (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Just thought I should pass along the following as a warning to others in DC. I have one of those Master padlocks hanging on the railing out in front of my building, containing a spare set of keys for guests, housekeeper, lockouts, etc. It’s the same padlock I see all over town, as I think a lot of people use it for similar purposes. (more…)
Scene from the Africa Leaders Summit, a National Special Security Event (NSSE) in 2022
From the Mayor’s office:
“Mayor Muriel Bowser was joined by local and federal partners to discuss preparations for the upcoming 75th Anniversary 2024 North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Summit, scheduled to take place July 9-11 in Washington, DC. The community is encouraged to plan ahead if traveling through DC and to sign up for alerts by texting NATODC to 888-777. A map of road closures and additional information about the summit will be posted on nsse.dc.gov. (more…)
photo by Eric P.
From the U.S. Botanic Garden:
“For most of July and August 2024, the U.S. Botanic Garden (USBG) will shift open hours for the Conservatory to 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. From July 8 through August 30, the shifted hours will allow the USBG to replace the greenhouse glass roof in the Conservatory Garden Court. (more…)