Wisconsin and M Street, NW
Thanks to Adam for sending: “Georgetown traffic confusion”
That looks like it’s been like that for more than a minute…
PSA
“Dear PoPville,
I had a run in with this lady back in June on the 1800 block of Columbia Road NW at the entrance of Kalorama Park.
It was at about 10pm and I was taking my dog out. She was walking on the street and kept staring at us. Then she walked across the street and kept staring then started walking toward us. (more…)
Thanks to Anne for passing on from DC Health:
“Starting today, you can get a free COVID-19 rapid test kit @dcpl. Check your desired location for hours of operation.” (more…)
11th and Florida Ave, NW
Good news for Florida Avenue Grill fans:
“Happy to announce that starting today Florida Avenue Grill is now OPEN WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS from 9am – 2pm in addition to our current hours of 9am -2pm FRI, SAT & SUN! Stop by TODAY for breakfast! (more…)
photo by Ron Cohn
From the US Capitol Police:
“EXERCISE: Sunday, November 19 – starting at 4:00 a.m., we will be conducting a training exercise with our military partners on Capitol Grounds. Please do not be alarmed if you see emergency vehicles.”
photo by LaTur
From WMATA:
“This weekend, Nov. 18 -19, Metro crews will perform critical track work and make rail adjustments on a section of track between Foggy Bottom and Clarendon/Arlington Cemetery. Due to single tracking Metro will operate significantly reduced frequencies – every 26 minutes – on the Blue and Orange lines, with Silver Line service operating between Ashburn and Ballston only. (more…)
4250 Connecticut Ave, NW
From MOM’s Organic Market (via email):
“We wanted to assure you that this is not a dead project and that alongside the cherry blossoms, MOM’s Organic Market Van Ness will be opening this spring!
Here is a bit more about MOM’s that we think the Van Ness community will love: (more…)
2016 9th Street, NW
Thanks to Halim for sending the good word: “Falafel Brothers Now Open in Shaw” (more…)
925 13th Street, NW courtesy DuHon-Photography
From a press release:
“Planet Word, the nation’s only interactive museum of words and language, will host Enchanted Pages Community Day, a day of free activities for people of all ages, on Saturday, November 18. The festivities mark the expansion of the Schwarzman Family Library, Planet Word’s one-of-a-kind, interactive gallery space that brings beloved books to life. A schedule of events and information about how to reserve free, timed admission, may be found below or ONLINE HERE.
“Planet Word’s 30 interactive galleries and stations celebrate all facets of words and language, but our Library holds a special place in visitors’ hearts. Here, book lovers have a chance to rediscover some of their favorite stories, characters and authors in new ways. We are thrilled to celebrate the addition of 25 new titles and authors to the Library — that’s 25 more chances to spotlight books and authors who tell important stories,” said Ann Friedman, founder and CEO of Planet Word.
A day of creation
Throughout the day, visitors can explore all three floors of the museum, and participate in specially curated, book-themed activities, including DIY bookmaking, a performance by award-winning teaching artist and children’s entertainer Culture Queen, and live art by Chalk R!ot.
A day of connection
Visitors will have the opportunity to meet some of the authors whose titles are newly featured in the Library, including: (more…)
photo by jwhokie
From Alert DC: “The Naval Air Force Atlantic will conduct a military aircraft flyover in the NCR over the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at approximately 3:10PM.”