Union Station

VP Harris: “Yesterday, at Union Station in Washington, D.C. we saw despicable acts by unpatriotic protestors and dangerous hate-fueled rhetoric.” MPD: “will continue to support those who choose to protest peacefully and safely, and we will continue to hold accountable those who commit criminal acts while in our city.”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Mark Lyon

From MPD:

“Our city once again hosted people who came to exercise their First Amendment rights during a foreign dignitary visit and the Metropolitan Police Department worked alongside our law enforcement partners at the United States Capitol Police, the United States Park Police, and the United States Secret Service to ensure safety around today’s events.

While many people chose to peacefully exercise their first amendment rights in our city, some choose to disobey the law. (more…)

Starbucks coming back to Union Station in September

By Prince Of Petworth


photo courtesy Rexmark

From a press release:

“Under the new management of Rexmark, Union Station continues to undergo significant transformation and revitalization, attracting new tenants and enhancing safety measures. After years of fluctuating and vacating tenants, many retailers and eateries have opened once again, including, Raising Cane’s, The Halal Guys, and now Starbucks, set to return in September, join a growing list of new and returning tenants at the station. The expanded footprint of Union Station marks a significant turnaround for the area. (more…)

“Denyce Graves Foundation Debuts at The Stage at Union Station”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by pixelmestudio

From an email:

“Founded by world-renowned opera star Denyce Graves, DGF celebrates trailblazing musicians, music educators, and composers of color through community engagement programs, concerts and presentations, creation of new works of art, establishment of young artist development training and more, as well as via social and traditional media. A select group of DGF’s rising stars will perform a special 2-hour set at The Stage at Union Station from 4:30-6:30pm on Thursday, April 11. (more…)

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