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Bruce Onobrakpeya: The Mask and the Cross at African Art
Through Jan. 21, 2025, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art showcases works by sculptor and printmaker Bruce Onobrakpeya, considered one the fathers of postcolonial Nigerian modernism. The exhibit features 52 works by the artist from 1966 through 1978, a period when he completed multiple commissions for the Catholic Church, including his seminal “Fourteen Stations of the Cross” series. The exhibition will also recognize Onobrakpeya’s legacy—inspiring generations of visual artists in Nigeria—with artworks from the museum’s collection that reflect Onobrakpeya’s influence. Blending Christian iconography, Nigerian folklore and West African traditions, Onobrakpeya’s art interprets spiritualism through a global lens. Biblical stories are presented with Nigerian characters and environments, such as the “Passion of Christ” depicting Roman soldiers in British military uniforms and Jesus in Nigerian robes. africa.si.edu.
This Morning, The Evening, So Soon: James Baldwin and the Voices of Queer
Resistance at the NPG
Baldwin, who considered himself “a witness, about literature, about his works, about America and about history,” often spoke out against injustice. At a time when he and his queer contemporaries had to keep their sexuality at least partly hidden, they could fight openly for civil rights. Baldwin’s efforts to ensure the United States “kept the faith” often drew recognition, overshadowing those of other like-minded collaborators, such as Bayard Rustin and Lorraine Hansberry. A celebration of their various queer voices, this collective portrait of sorts offers an admiring corrective. Commemorating the centennial of Baldwin’s birth, the exhibition is on view in the National Portrait Gallery’s One Life Gallery from July 12 to April 20, 2025. npg.si.edu.
Dionne Warwick at the Warner
Dionne Warwick is one of the most successful female artists in history. She ranked among the 40 biggest US hit makers between 1955 and 1999 and is also one of the most-charted vocalists of all time, with 56 of her singles making the Hot 100 between 1962 and 1998 (12 of them Top Ten), and 80 singles in total. Either solo or collaboratively, Warwick ranks number 74 on the Billboard Hot 100’s “Greatest Artists of all time.” Warner Theatre, 513 13th St. NW, on Friday, July 17, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $47. warnertheatredc.com.
James Baldwin at a press conference in Amsterdam.
WHAT’S ON WASHINGTON
Community Kayaking on the Anacostia
The Capitol Riverfront BID has partnered with Ballpark Boathouse to offer a series of community kayak nights. Enjoy an hour of paddling on the Anacostia River at a discounted rate with friends and neighbors on Thursdays July 25 through Aug. 22, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Paddle your way around the Capitol Riverfront in Southeast DC right outside Nationals Park and enjoy all the Anacostia River has to offer. The Ballpark Boathouse is at Diamond Teague Park, Potomac Avenue and First St. SE. Kayak and canoe rentals start at $16 an hour. boatingindc.com/ballpark-boathouse.
LOC Summer Movies on the Lawn
The Library of Congress Summer Movies on the Lawn series is on Thursdays, July 11 to Aug. 15, 7 to 10 p.m. This series showcases iconic films from the Library’s National Film Registry and is presented on the southeast lawn of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, at Second St, and Independence Ave. SE. No tickets are required. Guests may bring their own blankets, chairs, food and beverages; alcohol is prohibited. Restrooms are available in the James Madison Building located at 101 Independence Ave SE. Here’s the lineup: July 11, The Wizard of Oz (1939); An American in Paris (1951); July 25, Love and Basketball (2000); Aug. 1, Rocky (1976); and Aug. 8, Lady and the Tramp (1955). loc.gov/live.
Beck Performs with the NSO at Wolf Trap
On Saturday, July 27, 8 p.m. (gates at 6:30 p.m.), Indie royalty Beck takes the stage at Wolf Trap. Having amassed a boundary-breaking catalog of gold and platinum albums that consistently straddle the mainstream and avant-garde, the eight-time Grammy winner makes his debut performance with the National Symphony Orchestra in a once-in-a-lifetime concert experience. See and hear Beck as never before with unique arrangements of familiar favorites and seldom-heard deep cuts from the master of perpetual reinvention. Tickets start at $49. wolftrap.org.
Cotton, wool, polyester, silk—fiber is felt in nearly every aspect of our lives. The artists in Subversive, Skilled, Sublime: Fiber Art by Women mastered and subverted the everyday material throughout the twentieth century. The thirty-three selected artworks piece together an alternative history of American art. Accessible and familiar; fiber handicrafts have long provided a source of inspiration for women. Their ingenuity with cloth, threads, and yarn was dismissed by many art critics as menial labor. The artists in this exhibition took up fiber to complicate this historic marginalization and also revolutionize its import to contemporary art. They drew on personal experiences and intergenerational skills to transform humble threads into resonant and intricate artworks. Subversive, Skilled, Sublime: Fiber Art by Women is at the Renwick Museum, Pennsylvania Avenue at 17th Street NW, through Jan. 5, 2025.
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Broccoli City Music Festival at Audi Field
The Broccoli City Music Festival (aka BC Festival) is on Saturday, July 27 and Sunday, July 28, 2 to 11 p.m., each day, rain or shine, at its new location, Audi Field, 100 Potomac Ave. SW. Here’s some of the lineup: Megan Thee Stallion, Gunna, Party Next Door, Kaytranada, Victoria Monet, Key Glock, Sexyy Red, Teezo Touchdown, Veeze, Amaatae, Jordan Ward, Skilla Baby, Baby Tate… Two day reserved seating passes are $310 to $400. bcfestival.com.
Collection of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Gail Anderson, copyright Gail Anderson. Taken from a phrase popularized by Congresswoman Maxine Waters in 2017 during a hearing on Capitol Hill, Reclaiming My Time became an anthem for those refusing to let their time be misspent.
Contemporary Black Designers at the NMAAHC
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture has opened a new space in its Rhimes Family Foundation Visual Arts Gallery. Reclaiming My Time, the first exhibition in the space, is devoted to contemporary Black designers. It features chairs and other work by designers who engage with ideas related to rest, repose and histories of labor and leisure. The space includes 15 objects from the museum’s collection, spanning seating, lighting, photography and graphic design. nmaahc.si.edu/explore/ exhibitions/reclaiming-my-time.
Latinx Movement Festival at Dance Place
This inaugural Latinx Movement Festival in DC brings five movement artists throughout the nation and locally to share in opento-the-public performances. Themes within the program center on researching binational identity, immigrant narratives, identity politics, gender, and queerness within the Latinx/e viewpoint. Festival performances are at Dance Place, 3225 Eighth St. NE, Saturday, Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 4 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 to $30. danceplace.org.
Multiplicity: Blackness in Contemporary American Collage at the Phillips
This is the first large-scale exhibition dedicated to exploring collage by contemporary Black American artists such as Mark Bradford, Kerry James Marshall, Tschabalala Self, and Kara Walker. Featuring nearly 60 works by 49 artists, this exhibition celebrates the broad variety and complexity of Black identity in art. The diverse, intergenerational group of artists have created innovative works with pieces of paper, photographs, fabrics, and/or other salvaged materials. The bold compositions, created with an array of experimental techniques, offer poignant expressions of human experience, including fragmentation and reconstruction, shared history and memory, cultural hybridity, gender fluidity, and notions of beauty. At the Phillips Collection, 1600 21st St. NW, through Sept. 22. phillipscollection.org.
Faction of Fools’ The Moors at CHAW Faction of Fools Theatre Company, DC’s Commedia dell’Arte theatre company, continues its 15th Anniversary Season with a Brontë-inspired dark comedy: THE MOORS by Jen Silverman. Two sisters and a dog live out their lives on the bleak English moors, dreaming of love and power. The arrival of a hapless governess and a moor-hen set all three on a strange and dangerous path. THE MOORS is a dark comedy about love, desperation, and visibility told through the lens of the Fools signature style: Commedia dell’Arte. At the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, 545 Seventh St. SE, from July 18 to Aug. 10. Tickets are $15 to $35 at factionoffools.org.
Emo Night Karaoke at Union Stage (with a live band)
Emo Night Karaoke features members of Hotel Books, Freshman 15, Just Surrender, Weatherbox, and Thieves and Villains, plus more, playing your favorite songs from back in the day live on stage featuring you on lead vocals. ENK has a setlist of over 100 pop punk/emo songs. Signups are on a first come, first served basis and there are several TVs scrolling the lyrics. Additionally, the band members are backup vocals to help you out on stage. Emo Night Karaoke at Union Stage, 740 Water St. SW, is on Saturday, Aug. 3, 8 p.m. (doors at 7 p.m.). $15 admission. unionstage.com.
Black Flag at Ottobar in Baltimore
Black Flag is an American punk rock band formed in 1976 in Hermosa Beach, California. Initially called Panic, they are widely considered to be one of the first hardcore punk bands, as well as one of the pioneers of post-hardcore. Black Flag is often regarded as pioneers in the movement of underground do-it-yourself record labels. By way of constant touring throughout the United States and Canada, and occasionally Europe, Black Flag has established a dedicated cult following. Black Flag is at Baltimore’s Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St., on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 8 p.m. (doors at 7 p.m.). $35. theottobar.com.
A Toast to the Boogie: Art in the Name of Funk(adelic)
Through Aug. 16, prepare to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of funk music, psychedelic rock, Afrofuturism, and the cultural movements they ignite. This juried art exhibition features never-before-seen archival works and memorabilia from the era, in partnership with the family of George Clinton from Parliament Funkadelic. Coupled with original artworks by 20 talented artists from the DC metropolitan area, it promises to be an unforgettable journey through the past, present, and future of these influential genres. Visit the 200 I (Eye) Street Gallery SE on Mondays to Fridays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. dcarts.dc.gov.
DC Improv’s Couples Therapy: A Comedy Show
Couples Therapy is your scheduled appointment to laugh about relationships and single strife. The show is a hilarious round-table discussion featuring comics and willing audience members, led by coupling failure Rahmein Mostafavi. You’ll laugh your aching heart out about love, dating, sex, single-hood, and married life—what else can you do?! Is he leaving dirty socks around the house? Is she spending too much time on her phone and ignoring you? Are you befuddled about why you only match with crazy people online?! For better or worse, this cast of comic therapists will have you in tears ... one way or another. DC Improv’s Couples Therapy is at the DC Improv Comedy Club, 1140 Connecticut Ave. NW, on Wednesday, July 31, 7:30 p.m. (doors at 6:15 p.m.). General Admission is $20. dcimprov.com.
Black Flag performing at the Electric Ballroom Camden in 2019.
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Video Game Music Concert by WMGSO
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Yoga in the Park at Playground Side
The Dog Days of Summer: Second Friday on Barracks Row Fri, July 12th - 6 pm – 9 pm
DC Restaurant & Bar Seminar
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National Poetry Slam Champion Elizabeth Acevedo at Hill Center
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Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox at the Birchmere
When New York City pianist Scott Bradlee created Postmodern Jukebox out of a basement in Queens in 2011, his goal was simple: to remake the pop hits of today into the classic sounds of the legends of yesterday. Miley Cyrus became The Platters. Bruno Mars became Frank Sinatra. The Spice Girls became The Andrews Sisters. Guns ’n’ Roses became Bessie Smith. Now, nearly a decade later, Postmodern Jukebox has grown to become a pop culture mainstay in its own right, having played over a thousand shows on six continents worldwide in the process. Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox is at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria, on Tuesday, July 16 and Wednesday, July 17, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $89.50. birchmere.com.
Ramble with a Ranger at Meridian Hill Park
In 1819, John Porter erected a mansion on Meridian Hill. The site was called Meridian Hill because it was on the exact longitude of the original District of Columbia milestone marker, placed on April 15, 1791. In 1829, the mansion became departing President John Quincy Adams' home. After its conversion to a public park, Union troops encamped on the grounds during the Civil War. The US government purchased the grounds in 1910 and landscape architects George Burnap and Horace Peaslee planned an Italian style garden. Every Sunday from July 7 to 28, at 9:30 and 11:30 a.m., ramble with a ranger as you explore a beautiful urban green space off 16th Street between Euclid and W streets NW and hear about the park’s long and varied history. nps.gov/places/meridian-hill-park.
Indie Nite DC at the Howard Theatre
For one special night, step into a time when musical festivals were Indie and you could rock out to all your favorite bands in one place. On Saturday, July 20, 9 p.m., get ready to dance to all your favorite anthems as the Howard Theatre, 620 T St. NW, spins tunes and pays tribute to The Strokes, Tame Impala, The 1975, MGMT, LCD Soundsystem, The Arcade Fire, The Arctic Monkeys, The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Phoenix, Passion Pit, Vampire Weekend, Robyn, The Black Keys, Franz Ferdinand, The Killers, LORDE, M.I.A., Lana Del Rey, Marina and more. $25 to $50. Send your requests to to Instagram.com/clubharderbetter. thehowardtheatre.com.
HA HA HA HA HA HA HA at Woolly
From July 17 to Aug. 4, Woolly Mammoth presents the DC premiere of Julia Masli’s award-winning HA HA HA HA HA HA HA, a hilarious attempt by Masli, an Estonian clown, to fix audience members’ problems using her signature wit, humor, and empathetic approach. The show’s concept is simple: Masli approaches audience members and asks, “Problem?” She then lets the responses dictate the direction of each performance. Audiences can expect an entirely different show every night, as Masli uses her clowning skills to solve people’s problems in hilarious, sometimes heartfelt ways. $62 to $80. Woolly Mammoth Theatre is at 641 D St NW. woollymammoth.net.
Julia Masli
Photo: Matthew Murphy
WHAT’S ON WASHINGTON
NOISES Off at the Keegan
Called one of the funniest farces ever written, NOISES OFF presents a manic menagerie of itinerant actors rehearsing a flop called NOTHING’S ON. Slamming doors, on and offstage intrigue, and an errant herring all figure in the plot of this classically comic play. Keegan’s 2010 production of NOISES OFF played to sold-out houses--and finally returns to The Keegan Theatre, 1742 Church St. NW, for a run from Aug. 1 to Sept. 1. Tickets are $50. keegantheatre.com.
MJ: The Musical at the National
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to DC as MJ, the multi–Tony Award-winning new musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour, begins a tour of its own. Created by Tony Award-winning Director/ Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status. MJ: The Musical is at the National Theatre, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, from Aug. 13 to Sept. 8. MJ is recommended for ages eight and up. Tickets begin at $59. thenationaldc.com.
North to Freedom: Harriet Tubman’s Eastern Shore
Born into slavery in Dorchester County, Maryland, around 1822, young Araminta Ross faced adversity from an early age. These hardships transformed “Minty” into Harriet Tubman, the most famous conductor of the Underground Railroad, and her childhood knowledge of the geography of the Eastern Shore played a key role in her success in ferrying more than 70 people to freedom by 1860. On Saturday, July 20, 8 a.m. to 6:15 p.m., visit the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park and Visitor Center in Church Creek and the Bucktown Village Store, where a violent encounter altered young Tubman’s life, and the Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center. Additional stops at sites along the Underground Railroad provide insights into Tubman’s life and achievements. Lunch is at a local restaurant. $235. smithsonianassociates.org.
Black Eyed Peas at The Anthem
Originally an alternative hip hop group founded in 1995 in Los Angeles, they have subsequently refashioned themselves as a more marketable pop-rap act. It was not until the release of their third album Elephunk in 2003 that they achieved high record sales. The Black Eyed Peas have sold an estimated 80 million records, making them one of the best-selling groups of all time. They were ranked 12th on Billboard’s 2000s Decade-End Artist of the Decade Chart, and 7th on the Hot 100 Artists of the Decade. They’re at the Anthem, 901 Wharf St. SW, on Wednesday, Aug. 7, 8 p.m. (doors at 6:30 p.m.). Tickets are $55 to $95. theanthemdc.com.
The Bucktown Village Store, where a violent encounter altered young Harriet Tubman’s life.
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US Capitol Military Band Summer Concerts. Concerts are on Wednesdays, July 10, 24 and 31 and Aug. 7, 21 and 28 and on Fridays, July 19 and 26 and Aug. 2 and 9. All are weather dependent and start at 7 p.m. on the west steps of the Capitol.
Singalong Saturdays at The Wharf. Saturdays, July 6 and Aug. 3, 7 to 9 p.m. Join the Wharf for Singalong Saturdays, free karaoke, on the first Saturday of July and August on the Transit Pier. No advanced sign-up is required; just show up, choose a song, and channel your inner rockstar. First come, first served. wharfdc.com.
Live Music Thursdays with Hi-Lawn. Thursdays through Sept. 12, 7 to 9 p.m. Local musicians, no cover, at Union Market. unionmarketdc.com.
Outdoor Tours of the Capitol Grounds. Every day except Sundays, 11 a.m. Explore the Capitol Grounds on this guide-led tour. 50 minutes. Weather permitting. No reservations or passes needed. Meet outside the north entrance of the Visitor Center. visitthecapitol.gov.
Sunset Cinema at The Wharf. On Thursdays, come to Transit Pier, 970 Wharf St. SW, to enjoy free outdoor movies: July 11, Angels in the Outfield; July 18, Dreamgirls; July 25, King Richard; Aug. 1, Top Gun: Maverick; Aug. 8, Boys in the Boat; Aug. 15, Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again;
Aug. 22, Wonka; and Aug. 29, SOUL. Movies begin at 7:30 p.m. wharfdc.com/sunsetcinema.
East City Book Store and DCPL present Democracy in Retrograde. July 11, 7 to 8 p.m. In conversation with Ali Vitali of NBC News, au-
Union Market Rooftop Bingo at Hi-Lawn. Wednesdays through Oct. 30, 7 to 8 p.m. Features six or more rounds of bingo with exciting prizes every round. Indulge in exclusive food and drink specials while enjoying the stunning rooftop greenspace. For ages 21+. unionmarketdc.com.
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Sing Out Piano Bar and Open Mic with Gay Man’s Chorus. July 17 and Aug. 21, 7:30 to 11 p.m. Come out to sing with live piano accompaniment or just enjoy the music. Free admission. The Atlas, 1333 H St. NE. atlasarts.org.
thors Sami Sage and Emily Amick will discuss their new book Democracy in Retrograde leaving you with new actions you can take as a citizen. MLK Library, 901 G St. NW. eastcitybookshop.com.
The Drive-in at Union Market on Fridays. July 12, Ratatouille, 9:05 p.m.; Sept. 13, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, 7:45 p.m.; Oct. 4, Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, 7:45 p.m. $20 per car. For those on foot, pack your chairs and blankets and set up shop in front of Union Market for great views and picnic-style entertainment at no charge. Union Market is at 1309 Fifth St. NE. unionmarketdc. com/events.
Friday Night Dancing at the Wharf: Swing Dance. July 12, 7 to 9 p.m. Free themed dance nights with live music on Transit Pier on the second Friday in June, July, and August. wharfdc.com.
Forest Bathing at the Arboretum. July 13, 9 to 11 a.m. Forest bathing,
or shinrin yoku, is the simple practice of taking in the woods through the senses for health benefits. Suggested price is $35. fona.org.
Adult Summer Camp: Reading Party at Union Market Niche. July 13, 2 to 4 p.m. They’ll have a shady outdoor space with fans and seating, so you can grab a refreshing snack, bring your current summer book, and read uninterrupted. dclibrary.libnet. info/event/10822604
Second Saturday SE/NE Library Book Sale. July 13, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Most books are $1. The new book sale location is NE Library, 330 Seventh St. NE (corner of Seventh Street and Maryland Avenue NE). dclibrary.org.
DC United at Audi Field. July 13, 7:30 p.m., vs. Nashville SC; July 20, 7:30 p.m., vs. Celtic FC; July 31, 8 p.m., DC United vs. Club Santos Laguna. Audi Field, 100 Potomac Ave. SW. audifield.com.
Faction of Fools’ The Moors at CHAW. July 18 to Aug. 10. Two sisters and a dog live out their lives on the bleak English moors, dreaming of love and power. The arrival of a hapless governess and a moor-hen set all three on a strange and dangerous path. The Moors is a dark comedy about love, desperation, and visibility. $15 to $35. Chaw, 545 Seventh St. SE. chaw.org.
SW Night Market. July 19, Aug. 2, 16 and 30; and Sept. 13 and 27; 4 to 10 p.m. Fourth and M streets, SW. marketswdc.com.
Carpe Librum Book Sales. July 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 22 and Oct. 13; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Weather dependent. Eastern Market Metro Park, 701 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. turningthepage.org.
Washington Spirit Women’s Soccer at Audi Field. July 21, 4 p.m. vs. Chivas de Guadalajara; July 31, 6:30 p.m. vs. Chicago Red Stars. washingtonspirit.com.
Mixology Lab Featuring Cocktail Ace Britt Fox. July 28, 2 to 4 p.m. This two-hour class will cover the basics of cocktail ingredients, tools, and techniques: including recipes and hands-on direction for making three classic cocktails. $55. Hill Center, 921 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. hillcenterdc.org.
Cinematery (movies) at Congressional Cemetery. Fridays: Aug. 2, The Haunted Mansion, 7 p.m.; and Sept. 6, 7 p.m., Casper. $10. Movie; no dogs allowed. Congressional Cemetery, 1801 E St. SE. congressionalcemetery.org.
Job Seekers at SW Library. On Mondays, through Aug. 26, 1 to 3 p.m., stop by Southwest Library for this drop-in clinic where they answer your questions and provide guidance and assistance to job seekers in their search. SW Library, 900 Wesley Pl. SW. dclibrary. org. ◆
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Capitol Hill Fall Art Walk Returns Artists are Encouraged to Sign
by Tara Hamilton
Capitol Hill is known for hosting the U.S. seat of Government, for its historic and well-known landmarks like Congressional Cemetery, Lincoln Park, and Eastern Market, and for its leafy streets, beautiful gardens and varied residential architecture.
Art also is part of the fabric of Capitol Hill and is found in its bookstores, restaurants, frame shops and two institutions that foster art by providing classes and venues for art shows — the Hill Center and the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop (CHAW).
The Capitol Hill Art League (CHAL) is a visual arts program of CHAW. Over the years it has attracted artists from the Washington region as members who display their art in shows at CHAW.
In 2023, CHAL and the Capitol Hill Restoration Society (CHRS) collaborated to establish the rst Capitol Hill Art Walk which provided a free event for artists and crafters and the public. More than forty artists
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participated, welcoming art patrons and curious individuals who walked across the Hill over a weekend in September to visit these artists at their homes, yards, and alleyways.
Elizabeth Nelson, Chair of the CHRS Community Relations Committee, and a key organizer of the Art Walk says, “To our delight, it was a hugely popular event, and we’re so pleased that the Capitol Hill Art League, the Capitol Hill Restoration Society, and the Hill Rag are going to continue this event on September 7th and 8th.
Calling all Artists and Crafters
Artists on the Hill are invited to participate in the Art Walk by displaying their creations in their homes or studios.
Last year, many artists grouped together in shared locations and found it both fun and a draw for art enthusiasts. If a Hill artist doesn’t have a suitable place, they might ask a neighbor to o er space. There are no fees or commissions taken by the walk organizers. The artists are free to price and market their art their own way.
Artists can sign up for free at this link: hillrag.com/art-walk-2024
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BEsT PHOTo!
Congratulations to the Winners of our Annual Pet Photo Contest!
Our judges tend to like photos that tell stories or ones that say something true about our companion animals or our bond with them. They admired the ability of these shots to make the viewer stop and say, “Hey, what’s going on here? A man and his cat having cocktails as they walk? Interesting….” On the following pages are the winners of our other categories. Thanks to all who participated.
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"Rainy Day On The Hill" Scott Shapiro, Olive.
Larry and Layla go for a walk
Photo: Kathleen Brown
Sharky, the pretty perfect cat. Photo: Elizabeth Murray
Bailey. Hannah McDonald-Moniz
The Great Outdoors is Calling!! Mei. Photo: Fonting Yu
Pepe, the sentinel. Lillian Ayala Photo: Gulliver, Hill dog walker
We want to announce that we (Capitol Hill Animal Clinic) have formed a great partnership with The District Veterinary Hospital. We are highly recommending your pets veterinary care be continued with this hospital group which has 3 locations: Brookland, Navy Yard and Eastern Market.
Your pet’s paper medical records (both paper and electronic records) have been transferred to District Veterinary @ Eastern Market and they have complete access to these. We want to thank all our clients for their many thank you cards, letters and emails and hope to see you around the Capitol Hill area.
– Dan & Lynn Murphy
BEsT CatS!
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Brotherly Love. Loki and Modi. Photo: Stefan and Jenn
Kiki – School Portrait Day.
Photo: Brandy Hood
Thurgood, “Have you ever seen an orangier orange? Never.” Photo: Lisa Kaminsky
Birch and Cedar. Photo: Meredith Holmgren
Boots on a summers day. Photo: Lauren O'Brien
UPCOMING PROGRAMS CONCERTS
Global Sounds on the Hill: Brazilian Samba Sensation & Latin GRAMMY Award-nominee Rogê Wednesday, July 3, 7:00pm
Global Sounds on the Hill featuring Caymanian Kitchen Dance Music with Swanky Kitchen Band Wednesday, July 31, 7:00pm
COOKING CLASSES & TASTINGS
Bruno’s Duck Class with Mark Haskell Tuesday, July 9, 6:00pm
Master Chef: The Creative Baker Featuring Celebrated Pastry Chef Padua “ SugaChef” Player Sunday, July 14, 11:00am
Bastille Day Blind Wine Tasting Sunday, July 14, 5:30pm
Kitchen 101: Knife Skills with Chef Wendi James Tuesday, July 16, 6:00pm
Long Lunch: Summer Barbecue Paella Friday, July 19, 11:30am
On the Noodle Road with Jen Lin-Liu: Mastering Stir Fry Sunday, July 21, 11:00am. SOLD OUT
Vacanza Italiano with Mark Haskell Tuesday, July 23, 6:00pm
Long Lunch: Vietnam Mekong Street Food with Mark Haskell Friday, July 26, 11:30am Mixology Lab Featuring Cocktail Ace Britt Fox Sunday, July 28, 2:00pm
Kitchen 101: Knife Skills with Chef Wendi James Tuesday, July 30, 6:00pm
LECTURES & CONVERSATIONS
Poet, Novelist, National Poetry Slam Champion Elizabeth Acevedo in Conversation with Ebony LaDelle Thursday, July 11, 7:00pm
Programmatic support provided by the Capitol Hill Community Foundation and the DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities.
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Zach and Moobert. “We may not always see eye to eye but you’re my best buddy.”
Photo: Rick Liebling
Tali. “What more could a girl want?” Photo: Kristin Lewis
“Just sitting and waiting for my mommy, while she’s talking to our neighbor!” – Breezy. Photo: Dee Smith
“Sigh. When will I eat again?” – Magnolia. Photo: Elizabeth Griffith Rocky Balboa. Taking a Break Between Rounds. Photo: Patti Potter
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“Love me tender, love me sweet. Never let me go.” – Duncan. Photo: Steven Hicks
Otis, an 85 pound lap dog, is a master cuddler. Photo: Erik Anderson
Naomi Marsh with her cat Treasure. Photo: Rachael Novier
How I dress my fur baby (Shadow) at any moment, any day. Matching momma. Photo: Pamela Riley
Sadie with granddaughter Charlie. “Strike a Pose.” Photo: Rindy O’Brien
Genevieve and Helena reading!
Photo: Susan Zinter
JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR SELECT DCHA BUILDINGS
The District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) requires a qualified contractor to furnish the necessary labor, materials, supplies, equipment and supervision to provide janitorial services for (32) DCHA Service Locations and Properties.
SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS will be available beginning Monday, July 1, 2024, on DCHA’s website at www.dchousing.org under “Business” and “Solicitations”.
SEALED BID RESPONSES ARE DUE ON OR BEFORE Monday, July 22, 2024, at 11:00 AM.
Email LaShawn Mizzell-McLeod, Contract Specialist at LMMCLEOD@dchousing.org with copy to business@dchousing.org for additional information.
Interior Renovation and Space Planning
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“You can’t tell, but we’re Best Buds – Charlie and Roo”. Photo: Kate Marsh and Shaun Long
Delia. Did you see what I did? Photo: Maura Kennedy
Beach doggos – Rose and Sunset. Photo: Tara Bunch
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Lincoln in the snow. Photo: Karen Zens
Annie (dog) and Karen. Trick or Treating on Duddington Place.
Photo: Karen Kitching
Sebastian. “Rolling on the River”
Photo: William Rich
Saturdays at Garfield Park. Photo: Jennifer Hoff Pippa at the Capitol. Photo: Leslie Siphers
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Lenny – “Wait… did you say get off the counter or get in the colander?” Photo: Suzanne Tiedeman
Oliver. “Curiosity...” Photo: Haley Murphy and Jeff LeLoup
“Opal, patiently waiting for her turn with the chicken”.
Photo: Amber Gove
(Capitol) Hildy – “Another stuffed toy bites the dust!” Photo: Anne Murphy
Tasha — “Sore loser.” Photo: Emily Comar
Louie – “Where are my treats?” Photo: Sheldon Roseman, Claudia Louis
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Pluto dreaming. Photo: Scott Himmelberger
Olive. “This pizza box is warm!” Photo: Matt Jex
Mugsy. Photo: Sadie Cronin
Our Rosie. Photo: Eleanor Berlyn
“Lean on Me.” Mandy & Lola. Photo: Pat Carlucci
StaFf SubMissioNs
Atticus
Bobby
Lily Colon playing fetch with Kingsley
Axel Colon getting hugs from Kingsley
Oreo Cookie Crumble
Lilly and Luciana Frank
Dolly Purrton
JoJo
Neo Fagon and Milo
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Finn. Victor Romero Gatsby. Karen Lyon
Joy. Susan Sevier
Beatrice. Jennifer Hitchon
Freud. Susan Kakesako Seamus. Emily Levinson
Silver. Marguerite Nutter
Rosetta. Janet Vail
Olive. Lindy Shapiro
Archie. Eva Walter Gus. Lindsay Gilbride
Murray. Ria Freydberg
Erin Malick Thompson
Maya. Elizabeth Nelson
Kumi. Robin Tomlinson
Albert. Kirsten von Topel
AJ and Duncan Copeland
Riley and Olive. Betsy Rutkowski
Meg & Murray Dominish
Monkey. Colleen Clark
Neymar. Adriana Smith
Alethea Wilson Raleigh & Durham. Caitlyn Lau
Ebony McElveen
Brad Crutchfield
Gato. Mateo Alvarez
Mugsy. Ellen Hirzy
Astrid. Craig Heilman
Claudio & Isabella. Elizabeth Baudhuin
Diana. Marilyn Goldberg.
There’s no companionship like that of a dog. From ancient times dogs have been regarded as best friends, even being buried with their people keeping them company into eternity. But we forget something so vital to dogs when we humanize them—they are dogs. And we need to let them dog.
Calvin is now 11-months-old. Curious. Playful. Sweet as an apple pie. But for all
DiStRicT VeT
Let Dogs BE Dogs
by Dan Teich, DVM
his couch-sur ng, he still sni s butts and chews sticks. Many of the traits dogs exhibit are hardwired. Remember, the ancestral dog most likely descended from the Eurasian wolf.
One may laugh when they see a two-pound Chihuahua barking at a two-hundred-pound masti , but to little Pete, there’s nothing funny about it. He’s a dog. Same as the masti . Although toy-sized, he still owns the same genes from eons past.
lose tenacity when the hunt isn’t successful. This leads to a strong social hierarchy.
Dogs decended from apex predators. Many have a huntingtype drive, which is stronger in some breeds than others, but present none-the-less. Being a predator isn’t easy. You have to listen to your surroundings, plan ambushes, coordinate with the members of your pack, and not
With the advent of a more modern society, especially one where pet parents depart and leave the dog home for many hours, dogs have become deprived of their basic needs of socialization. Most aren’t solitary creatures. Many will benefit from group dog-walks or daycare, whereas others are happy with going to the dog park and extended walks. Boredom leads to cognitive decline, behavioral issues, obesity, and overall decreased quality of life.
What about small dogs in strollers? While completely out of the natural order of things, dogs that are taken out into the world utilize their senses and receive stimulation. Scent to a dog is the world! Through their nose they know who is in their neighborhood, they can sni out newcomers, in-heat dogs, social standing, and a host of other traits far beyond our senses.
They may sleep in our bed, but they are certainly not small humans. Henry Beston, an American writer and naturalist, said it best:
We patronize the animals for their incompleteness, for their tragic fate of having taken form so far below ourselves. And therein we err, and greatly err. For the animal shall not be measured by man. In a world older and more complete than ours, they are more nished and complete, gifted with extensions of the senses we have lost or never attained, living by voic-
es we shall never hear. They are not brethren, they are not underlings; they are other Nations, caught with ourselves in the net of life and time.
We live with a creature that has its own interests, thoughts, society. When playing with your dog or even having a conversation with her, ask what she is thinking. What interests them?
As dogs age stimulation becomes even more important. The daily walk around the block is an essential component of well-being. And so is socialization. Let your dog smell trees and other scents. It is stimulating and an essential part of who they are! While running gets them exercise, they should be allowed to have saunter-time, too.
Meeting other dogs, especially when they are in their formative months and years, encourages social development. As they age routine sni ng of each other’s butts is just as important as any other activity that they do. Gross (to us), yes, but dogs aren’t people. Allow them to do their business. So many problems of behavior are predicated by a lack of stimulation, exercise, and socialization.
We need for our friends to be well-rounded dogs, not people. And when they are happy being a dog, they will gladly sleep well at night on your couch.
Dr. Teich is the medical director for District Veterinary Hospitals in Navy Yard, Eastern Market and Brookland. Visit www.districtvet.com for more information. ◆
Jackie Sink 202.352.5793
jackie.sink@compass.com
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Crystal Crittenden 202.246.0931
crystal.crittenden@compass.com
Folger Shakespeare Library Reopens
After A Four-Year Renovation, the Hill has a New Cultural Corner
by Elizabeth O’Gorek
“At a time when the world is closing in on itself and people are dividing, look what has happened here,” Rev. Kevin Vandiver of Lutheran Church of the Reformation said as he led a moment of blessing at the Folger Shakespeare Library (201 East Capitol St. SE).
“There is an opening,” Vandiver said. “A possibility is being fostered here.”
Vandiver led the blessing at the start of a ceremony reopening the Folger building to the public on June 21, 2024, after a transformative renovation.
Long-Awaited
It’s a long-awaited reopening of the iconic edifice following a four-year, $80.5 million renovation. The Folger Shakespeare Library closed for construction March 2, 2020 – just before the pandemic struck. The building was originally slated to reopen in November 2023. That was delayed because of unforeseen difficulties in integrating the historic elements of the buildings with new systems.
Now open to the public, the historic building is accessible to all. It’s added the Adams Pavilion, a new wing with 12,000 square feet of public space. That expansion houses two new exhibition halls that will offer visitors opportunities to engage directly with the Folger’s collection, including its 82 copies of Shakespeare’s First Folio, displayed together to the public for the first time.
The other hall now hosts Imprints in Time (until Jan. 5, 2025), featuring 52 works from the collection of Stuart and Mimi Rose, including an Egyptian Book of the Dead from the first century BCE; a first edition of Nicolaus Copernicus’ De revolutionibus (1543), which first proposed the heliocentric view of our planetary system; and J.R.R. Tolkien’s page proofs, corrected in his hand, for The Lord of the Rings. A third exhibition, Into the Vault: Books of the 1620s (until September 2024), features a rotation of rarely-seen materials from the library’s collection.
Visitors enter through accessible garden entrances into gleaming visitor lobbies. In addition
to the First Folios and Rose Collection, you can learn about Shakespeare through interactive displays, including activities for children like the Decoder Trail, a scavenger hunt featuring red magnifying glasses; a digital printing press that mirrors the experience of type-setting; and a chance to “Shake Up Your Shakespeare” by digitally creating a conversation using insults, compliments and other quotes from Shakespeare’s work.
There’s also a new learning lab, collaborative research spaces and an expanded gift shop. Remarkable art graces the exhibition space, including Fred Wilson’s black glass mirror reflecting the Folger’s portrait of Queen Elizabeth I, and a 15foot paper and light sculpture by Anka Neumann. A new café, the Quill and Crumb, will open upstairs in the Great Hall as soon as permits are secured. Outdoors, visitors can enjoy public gardens designed by Olin Studios, the landscape artists responsible for the National Gallery of Art sculpture gardens and the future 11th Street Bridge Park.
The Folger is a library, yes, but also a muse-
The ribbon-cutting at the Folger Shakespeare Library June 21. (Left to right): Eugene Pinkard Jr., Vice Chair, Folger Board of Governors; Michael Witmore, Director of Folger Shakespeare Library; Florence Cohen, Vice Chair, Folger Board of Governors; Susan Sachs Goldman, Board Member and Chair, The Wonder of Will Campaign; Rosalind Larry, Circulation Services Manager and longest serving Folger Staff Member. Photo: Erika Nizborski, Courtesy: Folger Shakespeare Library
um, a theatre, a park, “a cultural corner”. And now, it’s open to all.
“Honestly, I really do think the story is, this is a place for everyone,” Folger Shakespeare Library Program Director Karen Ann Daniels told the Hill Rag last June. “More tours, more children, more everyone coming into the building.”
Ribbon-Cutting
The June 21 ribbon-cutting was attended by many dignitaries, including Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen (D) and Mayor Muriel Bowser (D). Bowser joined Board Chair D. Jarrett Arp to read the last line of her proclamation declaring June 21 “Folger Shakespeare Library Day” in DC.
III called the library “a historic treasure trove” and particularly praised the plans for community outreach and programs for children.
Dame Karen Pierce, Ambassador of Great Britain to the United States, read a letter from King Charles III, as his great grandfather George V had when the Folger opened in 1932. Charles
Representatives of other community institutions also joined the celebration. In addition to the blessing from Vandiver, DC Public Library Director Richard Reyes-Gavillion was also in the crowd and remarks were delivered by the 14th Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden. Hayden said one of her predecessors, Herbert Putnam, the 9th Librarian of Congress (LOC), helped persuade Congress to allow Henry Folger to build on the site, land originally slated for the Adams building.
Putnam realized the Folger would be a great advantage to LOC, Hughes said,
“because he knew the Library of Congress could never afford the expensive rare books and manuscripts that Folger had acquired. The existence of the specialized Shakespeare Library across the street from the Library of Congress would not only compliment but also enhance the government institution’s own mission to engage, inform and inspire Congress and the American people.”
And that relationship continues, Hayden said, with a partnership strengthened by location and time. “With the Folger’s new renovation, we now have as [Director] Michael [Witmore] has said from the beginning, “a new cultural corner” on this side of the Mall.”
Witmore Leads the Transformation
Michael Witmore was appointed director of the Folger in 2011. He immediately began working with the Board of Governors to draft a strategic plan that was adopted in 2013. That led to the development of a master plan for the Folger spaces, on which the renovations are based.
After 13 years in which he led the library through this generational transformation, Witmore will step down Oct. 7, passing the helm to new Director Dr. Farah Karim-Cooper.
On June 21, Witmore thanked everyone who helped guide and support the metamorphosis of the institution, includ-
A printing press on display in the Shakespeare exhibition. Photo: E.O’Gorek/CCN
The new Folger Gift Shop. Photo: E.O’Gorek/CCN
Folger Shakespeare Library staff and volunteers outside the Great Hall. Many were on hand June 21 to provide information and direction during the public opening. Photo: E.O’Gorek/CCN
Frank Wilson in front of his black mirror; the mirror reflects the Plimpton “sieve” portrait of Queen Elizabeth I, on display opposite, the newest work reflecting the oldest in the collection. Photo: E.O’Gorek/CCN
The Folger’s public gardens were designed by Olin Studios, the landscape artists responsible for the National Gallery of Art sculpture gardens and the future 11th Street Bridge Park. Photo: E.O’Gorek/CCN
ing the staff, leadership, volunteers and the community.
“Nothing of this scope could have been accomplished without your belief in this vision,” Witmore told them, particularly singling out staff on the balcony of the theatre. “Millions will be touched by this work, and we thank you.”
Witmore said that it is no accident that the Folger is located between the federal government and the vibrant culture of the city.
“This reimagining of the Folger, I hope, allows us to restate the importance of Shakespeare, the arts and humanities, to the aspirations we have as a city and as human beings,” he said.
“The value of this restoration and reimagining will have to proven out over decades, and I hope that the joy of learning and the thrill of discovery will always be in this place in the future.”
The Folger recommends you secure timed entry passes to ensure admittance. Passes may be booked up to three months in advance. Guests with passes will receive expedited entry into the building on busy days, while guests without passes will need to wait in line.
Admission to the Folger is free, though a donation of $15 per person is suggested to support operating costs.
Regular hours of operation are Tuesday to Sunday, opening at 11 a.m. Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday the building closes at 6 p.m. and Thursday to Saturday the building will close at 9 p.m. Hours may be extended Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday if performances are scheduled in the theater.
Get your passes and learn more at folger.edu. u
Improvements Underway at Garfield Park
by Elizabeth O’Gorek
Construction has begun on improvements to Garfield Park. The $1.3 million renovation includes landscape improvements, playground equipment replacement and repair as well as volleyball, tennis and bocce court refurbishment. The design team is led by Brougton Construction and design firm Studio Laan. The work kicked off with a community meeting in the park on June 3. Designated as park land in the 1791 L’Enfant Plan, control of Garfield Park was fully transferred to the Department of Parks
and Recreation (DPR) in 1972. The park is bounded to the east by New Jersey Avenue SE, the west by Third Street SE, the north by F Street and South Carolina Avenue SE and to the south by the Southeast Freeway. The approximately 7-acre park features two playgrounds, athletic courts as well as a wide expanse of lawn with some pathways.
The renovation project was initiated in April 2021 with a community presentation and survey designed to address community concerns with park maintenance.
The refurbishment of the courts is largely repair
refresh, with
ABOVE: Proposed improvements to the Garfield Park playground for 2 to 5 year olds. Image: DPR/ DGS Community Update Oct. 4, 2022
Map and rendering showing proposed improvements to the larger playground at Garfield Park, intended for 5 to 12 year olds. Image: DPR/DGS Community Update Oct. 4, 2022
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new sand and rubber edging to be added to the volleyball courts along with new nets. The edges of the bocce court will be redone and new stone fill added. The tennis courts will be repaired to reduce water pooling and be cleaned and patched. Both courts will be restriped, including the repainting of one of the two tennis courts to facilitate use as a pickle ball court.
Many neighbors have asked that pickle ball courts be installed under the Southeast Freeway, where Virginia Avenue SE ends in the shadow of the overpass. However, that property is under the purview of the District Department of Transportation (DDOT). Neighbors are working with Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) 6B to facilitate that use. DPR said they would try to be helpful in accommodating pickle ball players.
Playgrounds
Major work will be done on the playgrounds. In the smaller playground, surrounded by a low iron fence and designed for the 2 to 5-year-old set, play structures will be replaced, including the teal-colored climbing structure and another that looks like small blue houses. The wood chip surface will be replaced with a rubber playground surface more like that at the Eastern Market Metro Plaza playground (between Eighth and Ninth Streets along Pennsylvania Avenue SE). The swings, a rare childhood amenity in DPR parks, will
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be kept and refurbished. Proposed new equipment includes a “cozy” dome, saddle spinner and double bobble rider, a sensory wall and a motion play structure.
On the other playground for 5 to 12-year-olds, nearer to the overpass, the ropes structure and swings will remain. But the other structures
The improvement to the two playgrounds at Garfield Park began in June 2024. Photo: E.O’Gorek/CCN
will be replaced. A new play structure and see-saw will be installed. Wood chips will be replaced or supplemented where playground equipment will remain, but where it is replaced DGS will install rubberized surfaces.
Throughout the rest of the park, DGS will conduct erosion mitigation and reseeding between the tennis courts and the playgrounds. They will also clean and refurbish benches and picnic tables. Sidewalks will be assessed and repaired as needed.
There are no plans for a dog park, however, nor is there sufficient funds to address the large field on the west side of the park, DGS has said in meetings. Plans do not call for the removal of any trees, although the team said some large shrubs may be trimmed or removed for safety reasons.
Work hours are 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, although DGS said some Saturday activity may be needed based on weather delays. Pedestrian traffic below the underpass at Second Street is being redirected as needed. DGS tennis courts will be completed and open by August, with overall construction complete by September. Get more information and see community presentations by visiting https://dgs. dc.gov/page/garfield-parkand-playground-improvements ◆
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ANC 6A REPORT
by Sarah Payne
The next meeting of ANC 6A is at 7 p.m. July 11 via Zoom. Get details on committee meetings and how to join online at anc6a.org. Sarah Payne is a reporter for Capital Community News. She can be reached at sarahp@hillrag.com. ◆
Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC 6A) met via Zoom on June 13. Commissioners Keya Chatterjee (6A01, vice chair), Mike Velasquez (6A02), Amber Gove (6A04, chair), Dave Wethington (6A05) and Steve Moilanen (6A07) were in attendance. Commissioners Roberta Shapiro (6A03) and Robb Dooling (6A06) were absent.
CShapiro (6A03) and Robb Dooling (6A06) were absent.
ommissioner Velasquez attended a public safety meeting with Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen (D) and local businesses in early June. Among the issues discussed was the safe operation of scooters, he reported to his colleagues. The District is taking an “education rst approach,” he stated.
In early June the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) launched “Operation Ride Right” to help educate and enforce tra c safety regulations for moped use. While mopeds are legal in the District, drivers must abide by the rules that apply to other vehicular tra c. All drivers must be licensed and insured, come to a complete stop at red lights and stop signs and obey tra c laws. District law also requires drivers to wear helmets when operating a moped.
The commission took no vote on this matter.
Other Matters
Commissioner Chatterjee is stepping down as 6A01 commissioner due to relocation.
The commission voted to:
• urge Mayor Bowser, the DC Council and the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) to support a ve to eight percent in the FY2025 budget to fund experimentation with alternative sidewalk materials and sidewalk maintenance;
• support a Historic Preservation Review Board (HPRB) application for a two-story rear addition to an existing three-story principal dwelling unit at 235 10th St. NE;
• support the 17th Street NE multi-modal study including engineering, enforcement and signage for the safety of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians along the corridor;
• send a letter to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) with a summary of residents’ comments regarding the impacts of the proposed 2025 Better Bus network.
Neighbors Secure Conditions
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Barracks
Row Taco Bell ANC 6B REPORT
by Elizabeth O’Gorek
Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) 6B held a hybrid meeting via Zoom and in-person at 700 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, on June 11. Jerry Sroufe (6B02); David Sobelsohn (6B03, secretary); Frank D’Andrea (6B04); Kasie Durkit (6B05); Chander Jayaraman (6B06) Vince Mareino (6B07, vice chair); Edward Ryder (6B08, Chair); and Matt LaFortune (6B09) were present, either online or in the room. Frank Avery (6B01, treasurer) was not present.
Attorney for Taco Bell Christine Shiker of Holland & Knight asked the commission to support her client’s Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA) application for a special exception to operate a fast-food restaurant with a rooftop exhaust fan at 411 Eighth St. SE, between the Chipotle and the currently-shuttered Popeyes.
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AMBER GOVE, CHAIR, 6A04@ANC.DC.GOV
Barracks Row is zoned MU-4. Fast food restaurants in this zone require special exception to operate. A second special exception is required for a rooftop exhaust fan.
Representatives from Taco Bell met with neighbors in late May and early June in order to discuss conditions to be attached to the final BZA order. The resulting agreement limits the special exception for fast food to ten years; bans any restaurant use on the property’s second floor; requires indoor trash storage; bans any use of the rear courtyard as well as any outdoor seating; and outlines specific measures to reduce odor, noise and rodent problems.
“More than any other applicant,” Taco Bell “really listened to what the neighbors wanted,” said Linda Elliot, the neighbor who led the negotiations.
The language of the agreement remained unfinalized. The commission tabled the matter, which will be addressed at special meeting called for June 25.
Four Commissioners Not Seeking Re-Election
Four of the nine commissioners currently serving on ANC 6B will not seek re-election. Edward Ryder (6B01) and Matt LaFortune (6B09) made their announcement via social media platform X. At the June meeting, Frank D’Andrea (6B04) and Kasie Durkit (6B05) said they will not run in November.
Candidates for ANC must live in the Single Member District (SMD) they seek to represent. Nominating petitions are available from DC Board of Elections starting July 1 and must be filed by Aug. 7.
Commissioners serve two-year terms. Those elected in November will take office in January 2025 and serve until Dec. 31, 2026.
Other Business
The commission voted to write to the Historic Preservation Review Board (HPRB) asking they defer consideration of a Historic Preservation Applica-
Serving the Near Northeast, North Lincoln Park, and H Street communities
ANC 6A generally meets the second Thursday of the month, virtually on Zoom. www.anc6a.org
ALL ARE WELCOME
The Next meeting is 2nd Thursday, July 11, 7:00 p.m.
Transportation & Public Space Committee meeting 3rd Monday, July 15, 7:00 p.m.
Virtual Meeting via Zoom
Economic Development and Zoning Committee meeting 3rd Wednesday, July 17, 7:00 p.m.
Virtual Meeting via Zoom
Community Outreach Committee meeting 4th Monday, July 22, 7:00 p.m.
Virtual Meeting via Zoom
Alcohol Beverage Licensing Committee meeting
4th Tuesday, July 23, 7:00 p.m.
Virtual meeting via Zoom
We seek community-minded 6A residents interested in joining ANC 6A committees. Visit anc6a.org or email 6A06@anc.dc.gov for more information. Instructions for accessing the meeting via Zoom have been posted under Hot Topics at anc6a.org. Call in information will be posted under Community Calendar at anc6a.org 24 hours prior to the meeting. You will be able to enter the meeting no earlier than 15 minutes prior to its scheduled start time.
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Wendell Felder Parkside – 7D03 7d03@anc.dc.gov
Chairperson
Brian Alcorn Capitol Hill/Hill East – 7D08 7d08@anc.dc.gov
Vice Chair
Brett Astmann Rosedale – 7D07 7d07@anc.dc.gov
Treasurer
Ashley Schapitl Hill East – 7D09 7d09@anc.dc.gov
Secretary
Siraaj Hasan Eastland Gardens/ 7d01@anc.dc.gov Kenilworth – 7D01
Mike Davis River Terrace – 7D04 7d04@anc.dc.gov
Ebony Payne Kingman Park – 7D05 7d05@anc.dc.gov
Marc Friend Rosedale – 7D06 7d06@anc.dc.gov
Brianne Hill East – 7D10 7d10@anc.dc.gov
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The proposed Taco Bell would be located at 411 Eighth St. SE, between the Chipotle Restaurant and the Popeyes.
tion (HPA) application until July. The applicant wants to partially demolish an existing two-story building and completely demolish a brick building at 718 Seventh St. SE. The facade of the wood building will be retained and expanded to a threeunit residential building. The delay allows time for neighbors to respond to letters informing them of the project.
The commission also voted to write to the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA) requesting an extension of the petition deadline for the renewal of a Class A Liquor License for DMV Liquors Wines and Beers at 643 Pennsylvania Ave. SE;
The commission supported the District Department of Transportation’s (DDOT) multimodal street designs on major streets, citing the ANC 6B experience with the Pennsylvania Avenue SE bike lane. Their letter encouraged DDOT to fulfill its legal obligation to give “great weight” to the recommendations of adjacent ANCs, but did not weigh in on the best concept design for the project. Commissioner Jayaraman voted in opposition.
ANC 6B next meets in-person at 700 Penn Ave. SE and via Zoom at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 9.ANC 6B usually meets on the second Tuesday of each month with the exception of August. Find details at anc6b.org u
Stanton Park Traffic Safety
ANC 6C REPORT
by Sarah Payne
Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) 6C met on June 12 via WebEx. Commissioners Christy Kwan (6C01), Leslie Merkle (6C02, secretary), Jay Adelstein (6C03), Mark Eckenwiler (6C04, chair), Patricia Eguino (6C06) and Tony Goodman (6C07, vice chair) were in attendance. Commissioner Joel Kelty (6C05, treasurer) was absent.
In early June, an SUV collided with a tree just short of a children’s playground in Stanton Park at Fourth and C Streets NE.
The “horrific” looking crash “could have been a lot worse,” siad Vice Chair Goodman, emphasizing the importance of implementing addi-
tional public safety measures to prevent future incidents. The implementation of a protected multiuse pathway on the innermost lane around the park would “provide an additional level of security” for the park by slowing down cars, he continued.
Commissioners voted to request the DC Department of Transportation (DDOT) narrow surrounding traffic lanes and provide additional pedestrian and bicycle space around the perimeter of Stanton Park.
Other Matters
Constituent Liaison from DC Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton’s (D) office, Noah Glasgow, briefed commissioners on Federal FY 25 appropriations bill highlighting funding for DC Water for flooding and river clean-up projects, the Major General David F. Wherley, Jr. District of Columbia National Guard Retention and College Access Program and the District’s efforts against HIV and AIDS.
The commission voted to:
• write to DDOT opposing the removal of the contraflow bike lane along 600 block of M Street NE and to request the addition of specialized crosswalk at Sixth and M Streets NE and a bike lane along the west side of Sixth Street between Florida Avenue and M Street NE.
• write to DDOT requesting the prioritization of the Traffic Safety Input (TSI) request made for Third and L Streets NE traffic safety with reference to previously requested speed tables and other traffic calming measures be taken in that area.
ANC 6C will meet next on July 10 at 7 p.m. via WebEx. Visit anc6c.org to learn more about the commission and register to attend the meeting. Sarah Payne is a reporter for Capital Community News. She can be reached at sarahp@ hillrag.com. u
DCHA: Greenleaf Must Be Replaced
ANC 6D REPORT
by Andrew Lightman
Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) 6D met on June 10 via Zoom. Commissioners Bob
Link (6DO1, vice chair), Ronald Collins (6D02, treasurer), Gail Fast (6D03), Andrea Pawley (6D04), Chearie Phelps-El (6D05), Bruce Levine (6D06, secretary) and Fredrica (Rikki) Kramer (6D07, chair) and Rhonda Hamilton (6D08) were in attendance.
DC Housing Authority (DCHA) Deputy Executive Nicole Wickliffe visited the commission to answer questions regarding the agency’s plans for the redevelopment of Greenleaf Gardens. Executive Director Pettigrew had been scheduled to attend, but was unable to log in.
DCHA has been placing non-seniors in the Greenleaf Senior high rise, stated Chair Kramer, citing adverse impacts on existing senior residents. DCHA has always operated the Greenleaf Senior building as senior housing. However, it was never officially designated as such, Wickliffe stated. Therefore, DCHA restricts assigning vacant units to the elderly, she added.
What is the status of the rehabilitation of the Greenleaf Senior Building? asked Treasurer Collins. It was to be the first step in the redevelopment of Greenleaf, he pointed out. The plan has changed, Wickliffe stated. All of Greenleaf’s buildings are now considered obsolete, she said. In other words, the cost of rehabilitation exceeds the cost of replacement. Therefore, she said, DCHA is moving to redevelop the entire site. The agency plans to submit a Section 18 obsolesce application to US Housing Authority (HUD),” she stated. This will garner the agency more resources to fully replace all the buildings. The earlier master development agreement is still in place and the development partner remains the same.
The rent at Greenleaf has increased significantly, stated Commissioner Phelps-El. “The contractors are doing more damage to the building than they are fixing. The families moving in to Greenleaf Senior are not managing their children, creating an enormous amount of noise and disruption, she said. Commissioner Hamilton seconded her concerns.
The lack of progress on Greenleaf “harms the entire Southwest Community,” stated Commissioner Pawley.
Pawley castigated the agency’s ineffective public engagement with the larger Southwest
community. The redevelopment is a concern to more than its public housing residents, she said, urging the agency to engage with the commission more fully.
Pepco Buzzard Point Projects
Pepco is installing Gas Insulated Switch Gear (GIS) and a new transformer on the southwest portion of its Buzzard Point Substation, according to Pepco Principal Project Manager Stephen Hoskins. He described the installation as about the size of a tractor trailer. The construction will start in August 2024 with completion in the rst quarter of 2025, he said, with no work planned in public space. Workers will park on the property. The chair requested a more formal dialogue once Pepco has settled on a project contractor.
Once the GIS project is done, Pepco will replace the fence on V Street to improve security, said Pepco Project Manager Bardarch Sergelen. Cameras will be a xed to posts along the entire perimeter, the existing control house will be demolished and replaced with a new security data enclosure, he said. The gates will also be replaced and the front of the building will be left open with simple landscaping, he added.
A big 10-foot black security barrier is not a visual improvement, stated Chair Kramer, characterizing it as a “prison fence.” Kramer further complained about the blown-out windows currently in the front façade. “The primary driver for this is security,” stated Pepco External Relations Manager Linda Greenan. Nothing can be done to obscure the fence, she added. “We are open to do-
ing something. Let’s talk about it,” Greenan said.
Pepco Environmental Manager Dave Waldron addressed the issues related to the decommissioning of the Buzzard Point Steam Plant Building. The structure, designated historic in 2022, was taken offline in 1981, he said. However, the plant was never decommissioned and the equipment inside has remained intact.
Pepco, Waldron stated, plans to remove legacy equipment within the plant, abating any HAZMAT issues beginning in 2025. There will be no impact to the community, stated Waldron. Pepco’s long-term plan is to move its outdoor substation into the building, he said. This equipment will likely occupy the entire building, he added.
“We were not told it would remain an active substation. How much radiation are you going to expose the community to?” asked Commissioner Hamilton. The adjacent outdoor equipment is now operating as a transmission substation and is merely being relocated inside, said Greenan.
Pepco needs both the neighboring residential and the distribution substations, Pepco Senior Environmental Manager Jamie Hill stated. However, future use of the site is still to be determined. First, Pepco must remediate the building under the supervision of DC Dept. of Energy and the Environment, she said.
Chair Kramer requested a construction traffic management plan for each of the Pepco projects.
DOEE Grants Vulcan Concrete a Draft Permit
The DC Dept. of Energy and the Environment (DDOE) has issued a draft permit for the Vulcan Materials Buzzard Point concrete plant, stated DDOE Air Quality Associate Director Hannah Ashenafi.
Chief of the Permitting Branch Stephen Ours outlined draft permit’s new operational requirements:
• quarterly wash downs of S Street SW;
• twice daily wet sweeps of the facility’s grounds to minimize dust track out;
• installation of an onsite truck wash;
• the required cleaning of all cement vehicles after loading compete prior to leaving;
• the implementation of a DOEE approved dust control plan for the entire facility;
• the installation of conveyor belts covers;
• additional emission limits for total suspended particular matter from the main exhaust point;
• increased air quality monitoring of facility including a one-year installation of fence sensors for coarse ad fine particulate matter;
• new maintenance and monitoring plans for the dust collectors controlling emissions from the plants silos and the cement weight batcher;
• engine idling requirements;
• the posting of no idling signs and annual training on engine idling for company drivers;
Commissioner Hamilton commended the agency for incorporating community comments into the new permit. How does the community know that the allowed release of particulates will not threaten health? she asked. Why didn’t the permit require Vulcan to upgrade its equipment? she asked. The agency cannot require such upgrades on a permit renewal, stated Ours.
No to Merchant Marinna
Secretary Levine briefed his colleagues on his and Vice Chair’s Link’s meeting with the Wharf Association and Hoffman & Associates concerning the application to the DC Zoning Commission (DCZC) for a Modification of Consequence to permit the Merchant Marinna Sports Bar at M Street Landing. The commission voted to oppose the project at its last meeting.
The Wharf and Hoffman have requested the commission reconsider its decision before the DCZC hearing at the end of June. Citing the vanishing amount of pedestrian space at The Wharf, Commissioner Phelps-Il urged commissioners maintain their opposition. Commissioner Fast agreed questioning the necessity of any change. Emphasizing the strength of the ANC’s position due to the DC Office of Planning opposition to the application, Chair Kramer concurred along with Treasurer Collins. “They haven’t done anything we can see and it does not seem to be an honest effort,” Pawley. “I would like us to stick to our guns,” added Commissioner Pawley.
Other Matters
Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) Captain McCall Tyler briefed the commission on public
safety. Theft from autos during the summer remain a particular concern, stated Tyler. Criminals are targeting construction workers’ vehicles for tool thefts. Tyler encouraged all residential buildings to conduct MPD safety assessments. Motor vehicle theft and robberies also are down, he said. There was a shooting at 325 P St. SW, which has been the site of previous shootings. MPD is devoting more attention to the area, Tyler stated.
DC Office of Unified Communications Chief of Operations Marcelius Walker Jr. briefed the commission on District’s 311 system. The agency does not close out requests, he stated. Commissioners commended the utility of the system.
Dante Partners Vice President for Development Joel Patterson asked the commission to support a two-year extension for the Westminster Church Planned Unit Development (PUD). The project has not changed, he said. Patterson said the time was necessary to secure fianancing for the project. The commission voted unanimously to support the extension.
Commissioner Fast moved send a letter to the Washington Area Metropolitan Transit Authority (WMATA) summarizing the commission views of agency’s “The Better Bus Plan.” Chair Kramer opposed her motion due to its late submission 48 hours before the meeting. Fast offered to circulate a draft for commissioner’s comments. Kramer expressed frustration at not voting on a final document. Fast emphasized the time sensitive nature of the letter. Her motion passed with three abstentions.
DOEE’s Office of Waterways Management Administrator Kara Pennino briefed commission on her new office, which is charged with promoting and facilitating stakeholder cooperation for the diverse uses of access to the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers.
The commission voted to:
• approve the CA with Hen Quarter with the alterations required by DC Alcohol and Cannabis Administration (ABCA);
• protest a liquor license of Fogo de Chao at 760 Maine Ave. SW on the grounds of peace, order and quiet in absence of a cooperative agreement.
ANC 6D meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of every month. The next meeting is July 8. For more information, visit www.anc6d.org. u
Plans for a New Correctional Facility
ANC 7D REPORT
by Sarah Payne
Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) 7D met June 11 via Zoom. Commissioners Siraaj Hasan (7D01), Commissioner Wendell Felder (7D03, chair), Commissioner Mike Davis (7D04), Commissioner Ebony Payne (7D05), Marc Friend (7D06), Brett Astmann (7D07, treasurer), Brian Alcorn (7D08, vice chair), Ashley Schapitl (7D09), secretary) and Brianne Eby-Stockert (7D10) were in attendance. Single Member District 7D02 remains vacant.
Representatives from the Department of General Services (DGS) and the Department of Corrections (DOC) outlined plans for the District’s new Central Detention Facility (CDF). The current center opened in 1976 and is “facing a number of challenges” associated with its age including plumbing, infrastructure, HVAC, leaks and airflow issues. Personnel have also identified a need for additional space beyond the current facilities to promote rehabilitation including educational and vocational opportunities, mental and behavioral health services, substance abuse treatment programs and reentry supportive services.
The department is focused on reentry, rehabilitation and care of the individuals in custody. “We have a changing population that we’re currently dealing with,” said Deputy Director of Administration for the DC Department of Corrections, Michelle Wilson. “There’s a
larger need for mental health services, behavioral health services and the space to hold that programming within our facilities,” she added Chair Marc Friend termed the conditions at the current facility “horrific.” He raised specific concerns about solitary confinement and overall conditions for residents during the lengthy design and construction process for a new facility.
Wilson explained that “restrictive housing” is used “mindfully” in cases where individuals present safety or security concerns for staff members and other residents. The new facility would provide additional space, support and resources to meet the needs of these individuals, she said.
The District plans to replace the current building with entirely new facilities, Wilson said. Visit newcorrectionalfacility.dc.gov for more information and projects updates.
Other Matters
Acting Director of DC Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA), Clint Osborn, briefed the commission on the coordination of emergency responses from the District’s agencies. Osborn encouraged all commissioners and residents to sign up for emergency alerts at alert.dc.gov.
Representative from DC Natives, Ayanna Williams, outlied the local nonprofit’s volunteer work to establish pollinator habitats and gardens throughout the District’s communities. Visit dcnatives.org to learn more.
The commission voted to:
• call for reform of vacant and blighted property regulations in the District;
• support the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA) application to construct a two-story rear
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addition to a four-unit apartment house at 1608 E St. NE;
• appoint Aaron Johnson to represent the commission at the Vacant Property Caucus (VPC);
• write to the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) sharing feedback about the proposed 17th Street NE multi-modal project including the addition of traffic calming measures, parking regulations and the installation of temporary sidewalks;
• write to DC Mayor Muriel Bowser (D), the DC Council and DGS regarding unaddressed maintenance issues with air conditioning and cooling at Eliot-Hine Middle School at 1830 Constitution Ave NE.
ANC 7D will meet next on July 9 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. You can learn more about the commission and register to attend at 7d0761.wixsite.com/anc7d-1. Sarah Payne is a reporter for Capital Community News. She can be reached at sarahp@hillrag.com. u
Affordable Housing Planned for The Yards
ANC 8F REPORT
by Andrew Lightman
Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) 8F met on June 18. Commissioners Nic Wilson (8F01, treasurer), Rick Murphree (8F02, vice chair), Brian Strege (8F03, secretary), Edward Daniels (8F04, chair) and Clayton Rosenberg (8F05) were in attendance.
NRP Group (www.nrpgroup.com)and the Marshall Heights Community Development Organization (MHCDO, www.mhcdo.org) are building an apartment building at 101 Tingey St. SE, behind the US Dept. of Transportation. The 12-story structure will include 127 units and 2,600 square feet of ground floor retail.
The site sits directly to the west of an existing historic structure slated for retail development. Thirty-two percent of the apartments will be three-bedroom units appropriate for families. The project is 100 affordable with a mix of units re-
served for renters whose incomes qualify at 80, 50 and 30 percent of Area Medium Income (AMI).
NRP and MHCDO have applied to the DC Zoning Commission (DCZC) to modify the 2003 Planned Unit Development (PUD), rezoning the parcel as MU-9, which permits high-density, mixed-use development. In addition, the developers are requesting relief from requirements for residential parking, onsite loading and side yard size.
In response to comments at the commission’s May meeting, stated NRP Vice President of Development Chris Marshall, the developers shifted the location of Pickup/Dropoff (PUDO) closer to the entrance and expanded the curbside loading zone to accommodate up to two delivery trucks. Marshall also have volunteered to protect the bike lanes with bollards.
Marshall promised to craft a loading management plan. There will be cameras trained on the loading lane and the property manager will call enforcement if needed, he said. Any deliveries involving trucks over 20 feet in length will be required to be scheduled; and the loading zone will be used for moves. Trash, he said, will not be allowed to sit on the curb.
DDOT is generally in support of the concept, Marshall stated.
The developers proposed design of the curbside will eliminate current vegetation Chair Dan-
iels and Secretary Strege pointed out. “There is simply not enough space” given the bike lane, stated Daniels.
Building management, Daniels said, will have no authority over the curbside, which is public space. The manager will keep 311 on speed dial, Marshall replied. The DC Dept. of Public Works (DPW), stated Daniels, does not ticket delivery vehicles.
It will be impossible to schedule move-in and move-outs due to conflicts with delivery vehicles, Daniels argued. “That lane on Tingey is always going to be blocked,” Daniels posited. “People don’t follow rules all the time. So, it will come up,” added Commissioner Rosenberg.
The removal of the protected bike lane would solve all these issue, said Treasurer Wilson, expressing frustration at the many bike lanes which he characterized as redundant.
Rendering of 101 Tingey St. SE. Courtesy NRP Group.
Diagram of the proposed PUDO and loading zones for 101 Tingey St. SE. Courtesy NRP Group.
Other than the loading issues, Commissioners generally expressed support for the project. Daniels remained apprehensive about attaching transportation contingencies to any letter of support. DCZC often ignores the ANC’s concerns, he stated.
Murphree insists it remained important to memorialize the commission’s concerns on the record. Commissioners agreed to predicate their support on a PUDO plan, a surrounding site plan, a loading zone and bike lane realignment and continued consultations with the commission. The commission unanimously approved the measure authorizing Murphree to testify.
Noise at the Bull Pen
General Manager Michael Micioni and CEO Eaghmon Banks from the Bull Pen at 1201 Half St. SE addressed noise concerns. How do you keep track of decibel levels? asked Murphree. The company employs a sound engineer with a decibel reader, Banks responded. In addition, the shipping containers mitigate the sound.
After narrating his long experience with the Bullpen, Chair Daniels invited comments from neighbors. There was general agreement that noise problems occur when the space is rented out for private events. They “are incredibly loud, shaking the walls of our building,” stated one. “We want to coexist, but when stu is falling o the walls of our apartments, there has to be a better way,” she added.
“A decibel reader is not necessary if the walls are shaking,” Daniels said. Banks promised to ban large speakers.
Does The Bullpen have contractual arrangements regarding noise with its third-party renters, asked a neighbor. Bullpen employ-
ees monitor third-party events, Banks stated. “We want to have the big events, but we will dial it back to be good stewards,” he promised.
Daniels suggested revisiting the issue when the Bullpen’s liquor license comes up for renewal to incorporate requirements into the attached community agreement.
The commission voted unanimously to send a complaint to Pink Taco at 100 M St. SE regarding the noise on their patio. “I live on New Jersey and I can hear the noise around the block,” Daniels stated.
Other Matters
Brook eld Properties, owners of the Yards, has applied to the DCZC for a text amendment permitting the second oor of the Lumber Shed at 301 Water St. SE to be used for ofces. Future retail use would still be permitted under the change as well. The commission voted unanimously to support the amendment.
Lieutenant Kenth Taylor briefed the commission on public safety. Violent and property crime is down across the board, he reported. The only exception is theft from automobiles. Taylor attributed the reduction in crime to targeted arrests, successful prosecutions and convictions. The real time crime center, he said, is contributing to increased apprehensions.
The Capitol Riverfront BID requested support for a public arts grant to beautify and activate the space under the bridge next to Gareld Park, a spot now used for pickleball and skate boarding. The commission approved the measure.
The DC Housing Authority (DCHA) has cleaned up Square 769, Secretary Strege reported.
ANC 8F’ s next meeting is scheduled for July 23 at DDOT headquarters, 250 M St. SE, at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.anc8f.org. ◆
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Home Rule Music Festival at Alethia Tanner Park
On Saturday, July 20, 1 to 9 p.m. (rain or shine), the Home Rule Music Festival in partnership with the NoMa BID and the DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music, and Entertainment, hosts an outdoor event at Alethia Tanner Park, 227 Harry Thomas Way NE. This festival is a special day of family-friendly music that includes an outdoor record fair, food trucks, craft drinks, local vendors, and a full afternoon/evening of live music. General admission is free. homerulemusicfestival.com.
Free Outdoor Yoga at Eastern Market Metro Park
Free Outdoor Yoga at Eastern Market Metro Park is on Saturdays, through Sept. 28, at 10 a.m. Each class is 60 minutes long and open to all levels of yoga experience. Bring your own mat, towel, water and anything else you may need as these items are not available at the park. Classes are at Eastern Market Metro Park, 800 Pennsylvania Ave. SE (next to the playground) but may be cancelled due to in-
clement weather or unsafe/wet ground conditions. Reserve a spot at barracksrow.org/events.
Special Summer Evening Hours at the Botanic Garden
The US Botanic Garden invites visitors to come enjoy blooms and a beverage with special summer evening hours on July 18 and Aug. 15. The Garden stays open until 8 p.m. for visitors to enjoy the golden hour and sunset amidst summer flowers and the USBG plant collection from around the world. Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks are available for purchase. The gift shop will also stay open during the extended evenings, offering unique USBG-themed items, plants, and other botanical items for purchase. usbg.gov.
The Transitions Tea Room at Congressional Cemetery Congressional Cemetery, 1801 E St. SE, now offers a new service, The Transition Tea Room. This resource library and meeting space in the cemetery gatehouse allows the public to come meet
their Death Doula In Residence to talk about mortality, advance care planning, legacy projects, and end-of-life decisions. On the menu are activities like writing your own obituary, learning about the dying process, and even playing card games about death with other visitors. Visit the new Transition Tea Room during office hours on Sundays from
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The National Shrine’s Summer Organ Recital Series
The National Shrine’s Sunday Summer Organ Recitals begin on Sunday, July 7, 6 p.m. in the Great Upper Church. Organ recitals are every Sunday in summer through Aug. 25. All are welcome. The National Shrine is at 400 Michigan Ave. NE. There’s plenty of parking. nationalshrine.org.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m., by appointment. Morning appointments are individual opportunities to meet with the Death Doula in Residence Laura LysterMensh, and afternoon appointments are shared with other visitors. Schedule an appointment at congressionalcemetery.org/death-literacy.
Rededication of Mary McLeod Bethune Memorial in Lincoln Park
On Saturday, July 13, join the National Park Service at the 50th anniversary of the dedication of the Mary McLeod Bethune Memorial in Lincoln Park. The event will include a formal rededication ceremony from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. followed by music and informal activities starting at 5 p.m. Ranger tours, hands-on activities and food trucks. nps.gov.
NoMa BID Sunset Sounds Free Concert Series
NoMa BID and DC Fray have partnered together to bring you free concerts in the Sunset Sounds Free Concert Series running Tuesdays through July 30, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Alethia Tanner Park, 227 Harry Thomas Way NE. Connect with local businesses at this community market style gathering. Bring a date, a friend, or your whole family
and enjoy live, acoustic performances plus yard games like cornhole, Jenga, and giant Connect 4. Here’s the remaining lineup: July 9, Daphne Eckman; July 16, Footwerk; July 23, ViRG; and July 30, Jovanni Cardenas. dcfray.com.
Black/Brown Owned Food Truck Friday Block Parties
On Fridays through Sept. 27, 4 to 10 p.m., attend a weekly food truck block party of delicious food, great music, and a community atmosphere. This event is a unique opportunity to try a variety of mouth-watering dishes, all made by Black/Brown-owned food truck owners. These Block Parties are at the Georgetown Sandlot, 2715 Pennsylvania Ave. NW.
Pickleball for Parkinson’s (shorter, slower, softer)
Every Saturday at 10 a.m., through Aug. 31, join Friends with Parkinson’s for pickleball at Arthur Capper Rec Center, 1000 Fifth St. SE, for slower, less competitive games. Care partners are welcome. Equipment and coaching provided. Call 202-6691290 or 202-547-2647 with any questions.
IN Series’ 2024-2025 Season Announced
The IN Series’ 2024-2025 Season “Illicit Opera” begins with The Cradle Will Fall by Mark Blizstein, and is from Oct. 5 to 20, at the DCJCC Goldman Theater. Rigoletto by G. Verdi is from Dec. 7 to 15, also at the Goldman Theater. Poppea by C. Monteverdi is from March 14 to 30 at the Dupont Underground and St. Mark’s Capitol Hill. And finally, Ethiopia, a living newspaper by Arthus Arent, is from May 17 to June 1 at Greenberg Theater in DC. inseries.org.
The Westerly Opens in Southwest Waterfront
On June 17, Mayor Bowser celebrated the grand opening of The Westerly, a new mixed-use development in the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood of Ward 6, less than one block from the Waterfront Station Green Line metro station. The event marks the completion of the project, also known as Waterfront Station II, on a 59,044 square-foot parcel of land that for years sat vacant and was once the site of the Waterside Mall and offices of the US Environmental Protection Agency. The Westerly, 350 Maple Dr. SW, offers 449 units of housing, including 136 affordable homes, and space for AppleTree Public Charter School, Good Company Doughnuts & Cafe, and GoodVets. It features a unique façade with angular, cascading balconies mimicking wind and water movement. The property design also includes artful landscaping, European-inspired kitchens, with the interiors filled with natural light, creating warm and inviting living spaces. thewesterlydc.com.
CHAW Art Faculty Exhibition
Through July 20, this group show features original work created by the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, 545 Seventh St. SE, current staff of teaching artists. Gallery hours are Mondays to Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon. chaw.org.
H Street Festival Applications Open
The annual H Street Festival is on Saturday, Sept. 21, noon to 7 p.m. Applications are open at hstreetfestival.org. H Street Festival is 11 blocks long and has 14 staging areas that are diversely themed and programmed to target the different segments of audiences. The staging areas feature music of different genres, dance, youthbased performances, interactive children’s programs, fashion, heritage arts, poetry and many more. The 150,000 participant event uses the arts as a principle motivator of the festival. They also have activity stations that focus on participatory artwork, informational stations that promote arts education, and exhibitor stations that showcase DC-based artists. hstreetfestival.org.
After Hours Karaoke at Lost Generation Brewing Company
Starting Friday, July 12, 8 to 11 p.m., come sing at the Lost Generation Brewing Company’s open sign-up karaoke on the second Friday of every month. Lost Generation, at 327 S St. NE, will have $5 Shift beers and there will be food from some of the DC area’s best vendors. It’s free to sing and seating is on a first come, first served basis. Song of the Night wins $75 off their beer tab. lostgenbrewing.com.
Guided Meditation at the Labyrinth
On the Second Saturday of the month through Sept. 14 at 10 a.m., enjoy guided labyrinth walks with IMCW meditation leader, Satyani McPherson. She will lead a spirtual journey into the spiral of the labyrinth and the healing powers of walking meditation. She is inspired to share practices that can empower people to more effectively navigate life’s circumstances from their innate con-
The Chincoteague Annual Pony Swim and Auction helps to control the overall size of the herd and is a fundraiser for the Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company. The Fire Company uses proceeds from the auction to provide veterinary care for the ponies throughout the year.
Chincoteague Annual Pony Swim and Auction
Wednesday, July 24, will mark the 99th year of Chincoteague’s annual Pony Swim. The festivities kick-off the Saturday before the Pony Swim with the Southern Herd Roundup and conclude the Friday after the Pony Swim when the ponies swim back to Assateague. The Chincoteague Fireman’s Carnival—with rides, games, raffles, and lots of good food—will be open each night during pony penning week beginning at 7 p.m. DC to Chincoteague is about 170 miles. For a complete listing of events and activities, visit chincoteague.com/pony_swim_guide.html.
scious awareness. Satyani is especially gifted at introducing children to meditation. These are free family events. This one-hour experience takes place at the labyrinth at Georgetown Waterfront Park which is located at 33rd and K streets NW. nps.gov/rocr.
Public Art Building Communities
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities is soliciting applications from qualified individual artists or organizations for its Fiscal Year 2025 Public Art Building Communities Grant Program (PABC). Multiple awards may be made under this Request for Applications (RFA). Award amounts vary. The submission deadline is Monday, July 22, 9 p.m. Contact Kerry Kennedy at kerry.kennedy@dc.gov.
Friday Night Concerts at Yards Park Return
Friday Night Concerts at Yards Park, 355 Water St. SE, are back through Aug. 23, with a variety of local performers on the BetMGM Stage between 7 and 9 p.m. Beer and wine will be available for sale by beverage partner Corona, along with food from restaurant Agua 301. Attendees are encouraged to pick up dinner from one of the neighborhood’s 90 restaurants before the music begins, or purchase food and beverages right at the concert. capitolriverfront.org/fridayconcerts.
One-on-One Small Business Advice at MLK Library
On Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., come to MLK Library, 901 G St. NW, for expert advice from the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development. DSLBD offers one-on-one meeting time for DC-based entrepreneurs and businesses to learn more about their programs, connect with additional services in the District, and develop a for-profit business. Topics covered include resources for new business, opportunities for certified business enterprises, procurement readiness and more. Registration is required at dclibrary.libnet.info/event/9657337.
DC Community Grant Reviewers Sought
The Mayor’s Office of Community Affairs is seeking FY25 grant reviewers. Volunteer reviewers are part of the Mayor Bowser’s commitment transparency and accountability in this process and having direct community input in the decision-making process. By volunteering as a grant reviewer, you’ll have the chance to make a difference in the lives of your fellow Washingtonians. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a concerned citizen eager to lend a hand, there’s a place for you to help. Apply at tinyurl.com/MOCAReviewer. Contact communityaffairs@dc.gov or call 202-442-8150 for more information.
Downtown Holiday Market Applications Open
This year the DC Holiday Market will operate for 37 days and will have six weekend dates. Opening on Friday, Nov. 15, it will run continuously through Monday, Dec. 23 (closed Thanksgiving Day Nov. 28 and Monday Dec. 4). Hours are from noon to 8 p.m. each day. The market is held
CPR and First Aid Training for Adults at SW Library
On Friday, July 19, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. or 2:30 to 6 p.m., gain skills in CPR and rst aid so you can respond with con dence in adult and pediatric medical crises in this free 3.5-hour class. Training will take place at Southwest Library, 900 Wesley Pl. SW, starting promptly at 10:30 a.m. (session one) and 2 p.m. (session two). Plan to arrive 15 minutes early. This training is for adults ages 18 and older, only. Registration is required and slots are limited. Registrants will be required to con rm registration prior to the event via email. Registrants who do not con rm will be removed from the attendee list to allow for others to attend. dclibrary.org/plan-visit/ southwest-library.
Sept, 6, to mitigate the impact of high temperatures and unhealthy air quality during the summer’s hottest months. In the event the heat index reaches a code red level, collections will start at 5:30 a.m. dc.gov/service/ nd-your-trash-and-recycling-collection-schedule.
Full Passport Services
Available at MLK Library
There is a Passport Acceptance O ce on the second oor of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. It is open Tuesday to Thursday, 3 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Photos may be taken on-site. All applicants must be present. Free Printing, copying, and scanning is available. Read more about fees and forms at dclibrary.org/passports.
DC Heat Alerts and Shelter Hotline
in the Penn Quarter neighborhood in Downtown DC. Application deadline is Saturday, July 13, midnight. Apply at diversemarkets.net.
DC Voter Registration at DC Public Libraries
In 2018, the D.C. Council authorized the DC Public Library as an ofcial voter registration agency. District residents who apply for a new library card and existing customers who have to change their address or renew their library card privilege will be asked if they would like to register to vote and will be o ered assistance should they wish to. As an o cial voter registration agency, District residents can visit any DC Public Library location and request to register to vote without applying for a new library card or being an existing customer. dclibrary.org.
Earlier Residential Trash, Recycling Collections
The Department of Public Works has announced today it has begun residential trash and recycling collections at 6 a.m., e ective immediately through
When the temperature or heat index in the District reaches 95 degrees, District Government, through DHS and the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency, implements the Heat Emergency Plan and activates cooling centers for residents to seek relief. For transportation to a shelter, call 311 or the Shelter Hotline 202-399-7093. For more information, and for a list of District cooling centers, visit heat.dc.gov.
Exposed DC Photography Show Opens
Exposed DC has announced the 18th Annual Exposed DC Photography Show, July 12 to 26, celebrating the vibrant and diverse culture of Washington, DC through the lens of local photographers. The show is hosted by Fathom Gallery Georgetown, 1351 Wisconsin Ave. NW. The exhibit will open with a reception on Friday, July 12, from 5 to 8 p.m., where attendees can meet the photographers, view all of the winning images together, and win a $100 gift certi cate to Aperturent. Full-color exhibition programs featuring all of the winners will be available for purchase along with ne art framed prints of images in the show. Viewing hours are Thursdays and Fridays, 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, noon to 5 p.m. exposeddc.com.
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Seeking Shade Tips for Taking Care of our Trees
by Rindy O’Brien
Cherry trees may be DC’s best-known trees, but this time of year it is the mighty oaks, elms, and other species that give us the relief from the scorching sun. We are so lucky that DC is one of the best planned cities in the US for nourishing and protecting its trees. Starting with L’Enfant designing the green spaces around Capitol Hill, to the DC government passing laws that recognize the importance of trees for the health and well-being of all, our trees are grand treasures.
According to the non-pro t Casey Trees, DC has 2.14 million trees. The Urban Forestry Division (UFD) located in the DC Department of Transportation is responsible for 170,000 public trees, and for “delivering a healthy, safe and growing tree canopy.” Unlike other cities where tree maintenance is spread across many di erent departments, it is centralized in one DC department.
To reach the city’s goal of 40% tree canopy by 2030, there is much to be done and each one of us can help. Think of this as your patriotic duty. Especially during this summer’s heat waves, trees need to be watered and new trees need to be planted in our residential yards. Caring for the trees in the city-owned tree boxes is also our responsibility.
Tree Information and Services
Getting to know about the trees around you is a good place to begin. UFD has gathered a great deal of exciting tree data and information and it’s all available on interactive web pages at the UFD website, https://trees.dc.gov/. Want to know about a speci c tree box you pass on your daily commute? Want to know about that dead tree in the box down your street? Answers are right there at your ngertips on the website.
For example, clicking on the tree outside my window on 11th Street tells me the tree is an American Elm and, as of 2023, it was 26 feet tall, and listed in fair condition. It also provides the geographical information and even the tree’s specific ID number.
trees are paid for by the Tree Fund which is funded by tree nes and other sources. Vince Drader, Director of Communications and Development for Casey Trees, says that Casey Trees plants over 6,000 plus new trees a year with the help of volunteers and other partners.
“Increased plantings in places like schools and other public spaces is great,” says Eutsler, “but we really need individual homeowners to step up and plant more. We really hope people will take their responsibility to help reach our overall goal and reach out to us for a free tree.”
Climate Change
Latisha Austin and her 6-year-old dog Winston braved one of the hottest days in June to be outside in the shade. “I enjoy being out in nature,” says Latisha, “and the shade tree lets us enjoy our time out, even on a hot day.”
Photo: Rindy O’Brien
If you are thinking of planting a new tree on your own property, or a new tree is needed in a tree box, looking at existing trees nearby can help you narrow the list of trees to consider. Being able to see the size and shape of a mature tree can also help you plant according to your space. Another tool is a list of preferred trees that has been developed through a climate study by the Urban Forestry folks. Earl Eutsler, Associate Director/State Forester of the Urban Forestry Division, is very proud of the climate report that his sta has spent a great deal of time planning, researching, and studying.
Providing free trees is also part of the Urban Forestry unit’s work through a partnership with Casey Trees. Any resident can request a tree by calling 311 and registering with the Urban Forest program. The
Trees will play a signi cant role in helping residents adapt to increased temperatures and precipitation in the future. The city report says, “Trees cool our neighborhoods through evapotranspiration and shading, while also reducing ooding by slowing down and absorbing rainwater during storms (stormwater).” Studies show that by 2080, DC will experience up to three times the number of heat emergency days and heat waves. Average temperatures will rise ten degrees in the summer, and severe rain events will increase as well. The city has already begun to overlay heat studies with location of trees and has started to prioritize tree planting in areas that are currently without trees.
The climate report also gives a list of species of trees that have a better chance of survival in the projected climate data. For instance, if you are thinking about planting a scarlet oak (the o cial tree of DC) the report can tell you that it has a better than modeled chance of adapting. But if you are thinking about a Tuliptree, all kinds of red ags are raised on suitability and adaptability.
Diversity in planting trees is also important and part of the climate study includes research on the adaptability of di erent street trees under more stressful conditions. A Tree Archive Dashboard has been developed to help arborists know what
species of trees are planted along a street and aid them in choosing di erent trees to make the landscape more diverse. That helps sustain the tree canopy in the long term.
In our Ward 6, we currently have 15.2 percent maple trees, as opposed to the city average of13.6 percent. Future tree box plantings by UFD will avoid the maple to even out our neighborhood’s tree population.
All these data bases are available to the public to use and study
at https://climatereadyforests.dc.gov/. The knowledge being shared by experts in climate, health, and natural studies, is not only helping our city arborists make better decisions, but it can help you make better landscaping choices too.
Helping Your Own Tree Box
There always seems to be confusion about the responsibilities of homeowners for the tree boxes in front of their property. City regulations say that the beauti cation of a tree space is at the discretion of the owner or occupant of the property that abuts the tree space, and “shall be under the immediate care and keeping of the owner or occupant of the property.”
Homeowners can plant owers and plants in the tree box if they have shallow roots and will not grow in height of 18 inches. It is important to put the health of the trees rst and not over plant. Growing vegetables in a tree space is prohibited. The city does have the authority to remove plants with su cient notice.
“Tree guards or fences around the tree box are at the discretion of the homeowners,” Eutsler says. First, the fences can only be three sided, leaving the curbside free. “You want to make sure that those getting out of a car are not impeded by a fence.” The city used to place tree guards, but no longer does it, primarily because it wants the tree boxes to have access to rain runo . “The fences also require a lot of maintenance and cost,” says Eutsler “and that is on the homeowner.” Fences cannot be be more than 18 inches high and need to be built to allow rainwater runo to get to the tree to comply with 2017 regulations. Eutsler says he knows of no law or regulation that deals with the signs that some homeowners put in the boxes discouraging dogs from using the box.
An interactive map is also available at the Urban Forest website of work service by the city arborists. If you call 311 and ask for help, it will be logged in and your tree will be marked for service. Clicking on your tree, you can nd out when service is scheduled for cutting the tree or planting a new one. It also lists what kind of tree is being will be planted, and you can have input with UFD if you desire something else. All the information is public, so if you are wondering when a dead tree is going to be cut on your street, you can access that information.
As our 2024 summer sizzles, we have a chance to help our city stay cooler. Check the watering guide either at Casey Trees, or the Urban Forest Division to see where new trees need watering. Help and then let the city know. Casey Trees emails weekly watering alerts if you sign up at caseytrees.org/water or use https://treewatering.ddot.dc.gov/ treewatering/.
This summer enjoy the shade, spend some time educating yourself about the trees you love, and nd out what you can do to be ready for the hot years ahead.
Rindy O’Brien salutes DC’s Urban Foresters and Casey Trees for all they do. SShe can be reachedat rindyobrien@gmail.com. ◆
The Urban Forestry Division (UFD) has many different interactive maps to show where trees are located and the status of tree service requests for removing dead trees or planting new ones. Other maps show the percentage of specific trees planted in the city. All are accessible through the city website https:// trees.dc.gov
Tree boxes are the responsibility of city homeowners. This tree box along Lincoln Park on East Capitol Street, SE, is a great example of a well-done box. Not too many plants alongside the tree and the fencing is the right height and open on the curb side.
Photo: Rindy O’Brien
More than 6,000 new trees are planted by Casey Trees each year with the help of volunteers. In March, volunteers helped plant trees at Banneker Recreation Center. Planting new trees is the key to keeping the DC tree canopy thriving and reaching the goal of 40% in 2030. Photo: Casey Trees.
A Tree of One’s Own
TFCH “Friends & Family” Program
by Elizabeth Nelson
Trees for Capitol Hill (TFCH) is a tax-exempt organization founded in 1991 with the mission of restoring the tree canopy on Capitol Hill. At the time, the District’s finances were in shambles and there was no budget for planting street trees.
TFCH stepped into the void; many of the mature trees shading our streets were given their start by TFCH volunteers.
Now that the Urban Forestry Division of DDoT is successfully fulfilling this need; nearly all the tree spaces in their purview have been planted. But that is not enough. Our UFD arborists have pointed out that to get the canopy coverage necessary to protect the environment, we need more trees on private property.
TFCH will continue to plant in public space, but is expanding its program to assist neighbors who want trees (or shrubs) for their own yards. Participants are required to prepare a hole on their property and pay the cost of the tree (at TFCH’s discounted price) plus a prorated share of the shipping costs. TFCH selects a specimen of the preferred species at the nursery, purchases the tree, arranges delivery and assists in planting.
These trees are quite large, usually 1-2” caliper, and not inexpensive.
Planting crew at Maury Elementary.
Tree Planting Day 2005. Those kids are grown up and so are the trees they planted.
Brent ES Brownie Troop volunteers.
Trees are delivered from Merrifield Garden Center.
They are typically a more mature tree than what individuals could bring home and plant by themselves; the discount makes them more affordable; and shipping and installation costs are lower than if purchased directly from a nursery.
If you are interested in participating, email elizabeth_knits@yahoo.com with “Friends & Family Tree” in the subject line. There’s no specific deadline but the shopping trip to Merri eld Garden Center will take place in late August or early September. Planting is scheduled for Saturday, November 23.
Not quite sure what you want? Check out the “plant finder” at missouribotanicalgarden.org. The climate in Missouri is very similar to the Washington metro area and the advice o ered by this website has proven quite reliable for plant choices on Capitol Hill.
To learn more about TFCH, visit treesforcapitolhill.org/.
Casey Trees, a non-pro t whose mission it is to increase the tree canopy of DC also has a program for planting trees on private property. caseytrees.org/ plant/free-trees/ ◆
Roofing
In the Weeds
by The Capitol Hill Garden Club
Your April column about early spring weeds had me thinking a lot about them; I’ve heard many weeds are edible and highly nutritious! What are some common edible weeds found around our neighborhood this time of year? Grocery store salads are getting expensive!
For most gardeners, weeds are the enemy— unwanted invaders that choke our cherished plants and disrupt the beauty of a well-tended garden. However, many of these unwelcome guests are also edible, nutritious, and can be tasty! Here are three common weeds found in our Capitol Hill gardens you might want to consider adding to your dinner plate, not your compost pile.
1. Dandelion (Taraxacum o cinale)
Dandelions are a very recognizable weed. Their bright yellow owers and distinctive, serrated leaves are ubiquitous in lawns and gardens across the country. While often despised by gardeners, dandelions have been used for centuries in culinary and medicinal applications.
Nutritional Bene ts: Dandelion greens are rich in vitamins A, C, and K, and are also a good source of calcium, potassium, iron, and manganese. The roots can be roasted and used as a
co ee substitute, and the owers can be made into wine.
How to Use: The young leaves are less bitter and can be eaten raw in salads, while older leaves are best cooked. The owers can be used to make dandelion wine or added to salads for a splash of color. The roots, when dried and roasted, make a ca eine-free co ee alternative.
2. Purslane (Portulaca oleracea)
Purslane is a low-growing, succulent plant with thick, eshy leaves and small yellow owers. Often found creeping along garden beds and sidewalks, purslane is incredibly resilient and can thrive in poor soil and drought conditions.
Nutritional Bene ts: Purslane is a powerhouse of nutrition, containing more omega-3 fatty acids than any other leafy vegetable. It is also high in vitamins A, C, and E, magnesium, potassium, and iron.
How to Use: The leaves and stems can be eaten raw or cooked. They have a slightly tangy, lemony avor and a crunchy texture that works well in salads, sandwiches, and soups. Purslane can also be sautéed or steamed as a side dish.
3. Lamb’s Quarters (Chenopodium album)
Lamb’s quarters, also known as wild spinach or goosefoot, is a common garden weed with diamond-shaped leaves that are coated with a white, powdery substance. It grows quickly and can reach heights of up to three feet.
Nutritional Bene ts: Lamb’s quarters is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A,
C, and K, as well as calcium, iron, and protein. It is often compared to spinach in terms of its nutritional pro le and culinary uses.
How to Use: The young leaves and tender stems can be eaten raw or cooked. They have a mild, spinach-like avor that makes them a great addition to salads, smoothies, and sautés.
Harvesting Tips and Precautions
While these weeds are edible, it’s crucial to harvest them from areas that have not been treated with pesticides or herbicides. Always wash the plants thoroughly before consuming them. It’s also wise to start with small quantities if you haven’t eaten these plants before, as some people may have sensitivities or allergies. Next time you’re weeding your garden, take a closer look at what you’re pulling up. Many of these so-called weeds are actually nutritious, edible plants that have been enjoyed for generations!
Want to learn more about gardening or spend time with people who like plants? Join the Capitol Hill Garden Club, more information on the club website at capitolhillgardenclub.org. Gardening advice, information and commentary from the Capitol Hill Garden Club. Send your questions to capitolhillgardenclub@gmail.com ◆
Changing Hands
Changing Hands is a list of residential sales in Capitol Hill and contiguous neighborhoods from the previous month. A feature of every issue, this list, based on the MRIS, is provided courtesy of Don Denton, Associate Broker at Coldwell Banker Realty on Capitol Hill. The list includes address, sales price and number of bedrooms.
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DINING
Theater Night
A Curated Review of Theater in the DMV
by Matthew McClure
In July, we celebrate the the birth of our nation with fireworks, cookouts, flags and bunting. What does ‘Independence’ mean to you? The strength to forge a new career? The freedom to reinvent yourself? The bravery to seek a better life? Whether it’s the mass migration of African Americans seeking independence from the ravages of slavery or the story of a female singer-songwriter who singlehandedly crafted a new genre, this month’s theater column examines the many colors of ‘Independence’ beyond the red, white and blue. Read on for our curated selection.
On Right Now
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Olney Theatre Center Showing July 3 - August 25 www.olneytheatre.org
How many singer/songwriters can you name whose music became the soundtrack of a generation? In her Olney Theater Center debut, Director Amy Anders Corcoran retells the story of Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical; featuring the life of this pioneering and fiercely independent artist who rose from humble beginnings in Brooklyn to stratospheric heights as a performer, wife, mother, actress, chart-topper and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee.
This toe-tapping musical first debuted to audiences in San Francisco in 2013, but for Corcoran - who has an affinity for stories that feature strong women (see her works Christmas in Connecticut at the Goodspeed Opera House and What the Constitution Means to Me at the KCRep), this interpretation offered the opportunity to do something different. “I grew up listening to Carole King. I saw the original production about 12 times.” Corcoran says. “Natalie Weiss (of Breaking Down The Riffs YouTube fame) will be playing live. There’s something important about capturing the essence of an artist who sings and plays.”
Corcoran’s take, she says, will trace through King’s music the seismic social, political, and cultural shifts that King would have experienced during her 60-year career. “There was a lot of change that happened during this time for people of color, for women, and I really dove into the history of that. One of the things Carole was incredible at was she was always on the cusp of what was next: The next big sound, the next big idea. She was a big part of music hitmakers taking a song and assigning it to an artist. She was ahead of the curve on helping artists choose their music. When she transitioned into a singer/songwriter, she changed an entire generation; espe-
cially for women of that even being on the table.” King and her first husband (and songwriting partner) Gerry Goffin spent the 1960s composing the music and lyrics for many popular singers of the period – Aretha Franklin and Dusty Springfield among them – but it was only in the 1970s that she really broke out of her shell and released a series of albums that took the world by storm. You probably know King’s music without even realizing it. That catchy song at the start of The Gilmore Girls? That’s Carole King. The theme song for The Care Bears Movie? Carole King.
Perhaps more than anything, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical is the story of someone who was constantly willing to reinvent herself which, as Corcoran believes, is the responsibility of artists everywhere. “It’s exciting to me that a whole new generation could be exposed to Carole King’s music. She’s such a great energy to have in the room. She constantly chose joy amid adversity professionally and personally. For me, I really wanted to capitalize on that because it’s easy to not choose the joy or have hope. I wanted to celebrate joy.”
Catch before Closing
The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence, Arena Stage Showing June 7 - July 14 www.arenastage.org
DMV audiences will already be well acquainted with Step Afrika! and its soul-stirring performances. With its roots embedded in South Africa as a cultural collaboration between founder C. Brian Williams and Soweto Dance Theater founder Mbuyiselwa “Jackie” Semela, Step Afrika! has wowed thousands of people across the world in the 30 years they’ve been shaking the stage with their iconic blend of stepping, gumboot and stick dancing, drumming and vocalizing.
Now, Arena Stage (Step Afrika!’s home since 2021) wraps up its 2023/24 season with their Home Performance Series iteration of The Migra-
Amy Anders Corcoran, Director of Olney Theatre Center’s Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Image courtesy Olney Theatre Center.
tion: Re ections on Jacob Lawrence, rst debuted in 2011. And what a show it is. The company of 25 storytellers reminds us yet again what Step Afrika! does so well: Drum rhythms that reach deep into your soul. The pounding of feet that gets your heart racing and the shimmering of gorgeous costumes that highlight the myriad ways that moving bodies can tell a moving story.
At its core, T he Migration: Re ections on Jacob Lawrence is a tribute to the work of artist Jacob Lawrence, who completed a series of 60 tempera panels between 1940 and 1941 that documented the movement of millions of African Americans from the Southern states to the North and West as they sought a new beginning free from the shackles that imprisoned them long after Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation. Called the Migration Series, Step Afrika! has told the story of these artworks before, but for the rst time ever this version encompasses both the even and odd numbered panels from DC’s Phillips Collection and New York’s Museum of Modern Art. Lawrence always envisioned the panels to be viewed as a singular work, so this tribute in dance to all 60 panels is both historic and appropriate.
The Migration: Re ections on Jacob Lawrence takes you on a journey that spans the
16th Century’s Transatlantic Slave Trade, the end of the 19th Century and the beginnings of the 20th, as America’s rural South and urban North were transformed forever by the movement of people, the demise of America’s cotton industry and the emerging Industrial Age. Details of Lawrence’s paintings are displayed on split screens while Step Afrika! performers – in costumes by Kenann Quander that cleverly re ect the palettes of the works themselvesbring Lawrence’s gures to life right in front of you.
This is not a story of pain and humiliation, as so many narratives centered on enslavement can be. Instead, it’s a celebration of expression, dance and independence through the body as vessel, but with Lawrence’s work serving as a profound acknowledgement of past and present social injustices. The Migration: Re ections on Jacob Lawrence manages to convey both the large and small, loud and quiet moments of a monumental social transition, and the myriad emotions experienced by a generation of African Americans as they uprooted their lives in search of better ones. As contemporary America closes yet more doors to migrants, we’re reminded that the movement of people and the sharing of ideas, art and expression can never truly be stopped.
Step Afrika!’s company performs The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence. Photo: Jati Lindsay.
Capitol Cuisine
by Celeste McCall
Apparently second time’s a charm. For months, Peter and I had been eager to check out Hiraya, the well-received Filipino restaurant at 1250 H St. NE. The rst time we tried, we struck out. The place was slammed, and lacking reservations, we were turned away. So, before attending a matinee at the Atlas Performing Arts Center, we went there for a late lunch.
Hiraya’s menu showcases the vibrant cuisine of the Philippines, an exotic blend of Spanish, Chinese, Malay, various indigenous tribes and American. (Until 1946, the Philippines were a US territory.) Hiraya means “hope” or “imagination” in ancient Tagalog, one of many dialects in this Asian nation.
From the brunch menu, I chose a “Filipino breakfast,” composed of heirloom garlic (black) rice and atsara (pickled green papaya), crowned with a fried egg. Protein options include tocino (marinated pork belly), marinated short ribs, corned beef and longganisa, homemade garlicky sausage. I chose the sausage and was glad I did. The generous dish arrived with four plump, soy-infused sausages. If I had a complaint, the portions are too large, and since we were going straight to the theater, we could not take any leftovers.
Peter decided on the chori burger. The double pork chorizo patties and atsara were all piled on a ube bao (purple yam bun) and served with kamote (sweet potato) fries.
On the Hiraya dinner menu you’ll nd duck adobo, prawns laing (simmered in coconut kale stew), king salmon escabeche (in sweet and sour sauce), grilled lamb with eggplant. Among exotic desserts are calamansi tarts (black pepper meringue) and Milo crepe cake (chocolate).
From the cocktail menu, I sipped a passionfruit mimosa, tangy and thirst quenching. The bar also o ers Philippine beer and a listing of “all natural” wines. You’ll nd interesting lattes and teas, including a blueberry lavender espresso tonic.
Lunch for two came to $82 including tax, tip and “employee wellness fee.” Not cheap, but well worth it. Hiraya is a 2024 RAMMY nalist for “Best New Restaurant.” See
Hiraya, the charmer on H St. NE, showcases spiffy décor and vibrant cuisine of the Philippines.
This “Filipino breakfast” is composed of spicy sausage, heirloom fried rice, pickled papaya and a fried egg.
Hiraya’s chori burger is a pair of pork patties and pickled green papaya piled on a purple yam bun.
Top Toque
Congratulations to chef Michael Ra di of Albi, named Outstanding Chef at the 2024 Restaurant and Chef Awards sponsored by the James Beard Foundation. The awards were presented June 10 at a glitzy gala at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Albi, which means “my heart” in Arabic, showcases vibrant Levantine/Mediterranean cuisine featuring a woodburning oven. Albi is located at 1346 Fourth St. SE, in the Navy Yard area. Albi also operates Yellow, a Levantine patisserie in Georgetown, with plans to open a spino in Union Market later this year. For more information visit www.albidc.com or www.yellowthecafé.com.
Pupatella Arrives
RAMMY item below. For hours and more information visit www.hirayadc.com.
Lovable Newcomer
An amicable addition to the bustling Navy Yard neighborhood is Ama, 885 New Jersey Ave. SE. Ama, which translates to “love” in Italian, is the creation of husband-and-wife team Micah Wilder and Johanna Hellrigl. Both partners have already operated several top-notch local restaurants.
Heading Ama’s largely Northern Italian menu are focaccia di formaggio, salmon tartare, vitello tonnato (veal with tuna in a caper sauce), myriad pasta dishes, rabbit stew with fennel and olives, herb roasted half chicken. For desert try tiramisu, panna cotta or gelato. The Ama bar pours innovative cocktails, plus an extensive wine selection. For now, Ama is open for “aperitivo hour” and dinner only; for exact hours and more information visit www. amarestaurant.bar.
At last, after endless depays, Pupatella Neapolitan Pizza has opened at 301 Mass. Ave. NE. The latest spino of a local chain, Pupatella—“little doll” in Italian--o ers red and white pies; “Nonna’s meatballs” with homemade bread; arancini (fried rice balls) with sausage or eggplant; zucchini fries, paninis, salads, desserts and a kids menu. Plus cocktails, wine and beer. For more information visit www.pupatella.com.
Italian to French
Look for a Paris-based boulangerie/patisserie at 303 Seventh St. SE, in the space recently vacated by Radici. Called Saint-Georges, the future bakery will carry artisan breads, pastries, soups, sandwiches and French wines. Watch for details.
RAMMY Awards Gala
Coming up Sunday, July 21, the 2024 RAMMY Awards Gala at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The annual black-tie bash honors the ability and accomplishments of area restaurants and food purveyors in a wide range of categories. Among them are best new restaurant, best brunch, favorite gathering place, hottest sandwich shop, chef of the year and many more. For RAMMY Awards Gala tickets and more information visit www.therammys.org.
OPEN FROM: 11AM-2AM M-Th 10AM-2AM Sat & Sun Serving brunch every Saturday and Sunday. 10AM-3PM
Michael Rafidi, of Albi restaurant (Navy Yard), was named Outstanding Chef at the 2024 Restaurant and Chef Awards sponsored by the James Beard Foundation.
Plan Ahead
Coming up August 12-28: Summer Restaurant Week. Sponsored by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), the tasty promotion celebrates the Washington re -
reservations, which are highly recommended. Participants will continue to be added to the website as they join the party.
Established in 1920, the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) is the regional trade association representing restaurants and the foodservice industry in the Washington metropolitan area.
Market Watch
APoetic Hill Buck Downs
by Sandra Beasley
gion’s spirited restaurant industry. Participating establishments will again offer multi-course brunch and lunch menus with updated tiered pricing for $25 or $35 per person. Multi-course dinner menus are $40, $55, or $65 per person for on-premises dining. Many restaurants will also offer cocktail, wine, and non-alcoholic pairings.
The official Restaurant Week website www.rwdmv. com will be launched early this month. Diners should visit the site to view participating restaurant menus, hours, and to secure
On a recent Saturday at Eastern Market, Peter discovered Sunny’s Teppan Grill at the outdoor plaza near the weekend farmers row. The Asian vendor offers soy-marinated grilled chicken and shrimp, served with rice and veggies (sometimes broccoli and shredded cabbage). We watched Charlie, who hails from Shanghai, deftly stir-fry our shrimp right in front of us. We’ve also sampled his chicken; both are delicious. A hefty portion with sides is just $15, generous enough to feed two. You’ll find Sunny’s most weekends at the plaza. For more information visit www.easternmarket-dc.org. u
native of Jones County, Mississippi, Buck Downs has lived in the Hill East neighborhood since 1994. He is the author of several books of poetry, most recently Nice Nose (Buck Downs Dot Com). His poems have also appeared as a series of authorpublished ephemera—postcards, stickers, buttons, voicemails, and other forms—where the ephemeral stands in for the impermanence of being and acts as a catalyst for human contact.
KUNG PAO DUCK
I came out of a fast food container, fully formed
like some chicken who was born fried or who learned to fry itself
a dish of everything that is the case
take a hard look at what you ate last night the next morning that’s what I’d do if I were you
Sandra Beasley is the curator of “Poetic Hill,” a resident of Southwest, and the author of four poetry collections. If you live in D.C. and you’re interested in being featured, you can reach her at sandrabeasley@earthlink.net for questions and submissions (1-5 poems). u
Photo: Steven Phillips
Charlie, owner of Sunny’s Teppan Grill, prepares marinated chicken and shrimp at Eastern Market’s weekend plaza.
80 Different Activities in a Year
Karen McKenna Completes a Challenge
by Pattie Cinelli
Hill yoga teacher Karen McKenna did something that no one she knows has ever done before. She spent the past year completing 80 different activities available on the Apple Watch’s Workout Icon. As part of her challenge she visited several DC area gyms, connected with community teams and took advantage of what she calls, “some of the city’s incredible free programs.”
McKenna, who had bought an Apple Watch Series 3 from a friend a few years before, decided to attempt the challenge while hanging out with friends last Memorial Day. She thought it would ‘be cool’ if someone could complete all Apple Watch activities. Her goal: complete all in a calendar year. She completed her final one this past Memorial Day.
Even though most people use their Apple
Watch to accomplish a variety of tasks, including making phone calls, sending text messages and reading email, Apple said many also use it to track health and fitness activities. “It’s the ultimate device for a healthy life,” Apple stated. “When you wear it you get a fitness partner that measures all the ways you move, meaningful health insights, and innovative safety features.”
On the watch’s workout icon, there is an alphabetical list of all activities. She said if you click ‘Add Workout’ you then can scroll to the initial of the activity you want to track.
Success in More Ways than One
The hoped-for outcomes of McKenna’s ambitious goal were obvious: keep active, stay in shape and create new experiences. The more subtle benefits from the challenge may have been even more rewarding. “I was so surprised at how many friends and family followed my journey,” she said. “My sweet aunt made and sent me a card from photos on my Instagram account to congratulate me. I didn’t think it impacted anyone in that way.” She credits her sister with showing her how to set up her Instagram account. McKenna moved to DC in 2021 to work for the federal government. She said she was always into fitness but never used a tracking device like an Apple Watch. Before the challenge she was a rock climber, which she had to stop because of a foot injury. McKenna grew up as a competitive gymnast, but hadn’t competed in years. One of the 80 listed activities included gymnastics. When she walked into an adult gymnastic class she didn’t know if she could still perform. “I was surprised. I didn’t think I could do it, but I got back up onto the balance beam. It was so cool.”
Help From Friends
Some sports were easy to access. Others took a lot of research to find. She credits her success completing her goal to the support of friends and family who often helped her find an activity. Some even worked out with her. “They were awesome. My friend who was eight months pregnant found a water aerobics class at Waterside Gym in southwest DC so she could work out with me.”
Finding a fencing class proved hard. Then, through a Groupon she and a friend went to an intro class in Rockville. She found it ‘surprisingly difficult.”
When she searched for an ice hockey venue McKenna got creative. A friend referred her to a friend who played roller hockey (on roller blades). “Never in my life had I put on roller blades. I rented them from place at the Wharf, but I needed a stick and pads.” When she showed up to practice with a used children’s hockey stick that what not usable by an adult, the team lent her one. “They were so accommodating with me. They pulled me aside to practice drills. Everyone was excited to hear about the challenge. A couple of players started following my Instagram account afterwards.”
She loved kick boxing, tai chi and jump rope class. McKenna found jujitsu and barre classes difficult. She received a private session with a wrestling teacher. “No one else showed up so af-
McKenna organized two field days with friends to complete many of the team sports and track events. Her friend Bill (a former allstar collegiate rugby player) demonstrates proper tackle form.
McKenna joined many local community groups for practice, including roller hockey, handball and water polo. McKenna, grinning after surviving a drop-in water polo practice with the DCSeahorses.
ter I explained what I was doing, he taught me the fundamentals.”
McKenna got through a water polo class with the DCHorses, “I had no idea how hard it would be to catch or throw a ball with just one hand.” She went to a friend’s farm in Virginia where she tried a stand up paddle in a pond and completed a 5K run at the Arboretum, which is near her home in NE.
“For some of the team sports I organized a couple of eld days at Anacostia Park for my friends. We spent nine hours playing all di erent sports including Rugby.”
The most unusual activity McKenna tried was Australian Rules football. “It’s on the Watch. When I mentioned it to a friend, she had a friend who had actually played the game. I couldn’t believe it. It’s a bit like Rugby but nothing like American football or soccer.”
What seemed the most fun was McKenna organizing a “beer mile run” at the Kennelworth track when no one else was on it. She explained, “We have a team of four. Each runs ¼ mile then tags a teammate who chugs
a beer. Then the teammate runs ¼ mile and hands o to another team member who chugs a beer and runs ¼ mile. It got very silly and we had the time of our life.”
McKenna has come down from the high of completing her formidable goal this past year. She learned a lot and had a great time. What will she do now? “I liked having a year-long goal. It kept me interested and stimulated. I’d like to try another long-term challenge.” If you have any suggestions, be sure to let her know.
To contact Karen: mckennka@gmail.com; mckaren_finished_a_ workout (Instagram handle)
Cinelli is a health and tness professional and journalist who has been writing her column for more than 25 years. She focuses on non-traditional ways to stay healthy and get t. Please contact her at: tmiss44@ aol.com. ◆
Pattie
Master Bobby taught the Intro to Tai Chi class that McKenna took at Synergy and Serenity in Dupont. (one of her unexpected favorite activities).
The District offers unique free events including curling at the Wharf in the winter. Despite an old injury that put her in a walking boot, McKenna found activities that could be performed with a boot. Curling on ice was particularly challenging.
Pattie Cinelli is a writer and holistic fitness professional who focuses on how to get and stay well and thrive.
Printmaking Palooza at Hill Center’s Young Artists Gallery
by Elizabeth Nelson
Amanda Swift’s first graders at Shirley Chisholm ES ((1001 G St. SE) were introduced to printmaking through a study of work by Linda Lomahaftewa, a printmaker, painter, and mixed media artist based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Swift chose this artist because she considers her work child friendly: “The subject matter, colors, simplified shapes and often flat format” and because she’s both a contemporary Hopi-Choctaw artist and a woman.
The students studied Lomahaftewa’s recurring motifs (spirals, straight lines intersected by pairs of perpendicular lines, and repeating ‘X’s) and considered their possible meanings. Some saw the spirals as tumbleweeds or holes in the desert. The straight lines suggested dragonflies, airplanes, rain, or plant seeds. And the X’s were most often interpreted as trails or map-markings.
To create their own prints, the artists used printing ink on Gelli plates, reusable printing plates for monoprints. After applying the paint, they used yarn, paper clips, q-tips, and other tools to draw designs before pressing a sheet of paper to the plate to “pull” the print. They also practiced layering prints on top of other prints.
Finally, the students were encouraged to create their own stories around one of Lomahaftewa’s images of a young woman and make a print illustrating the beginning or end of their story. The results are striking. A selection will be on view in the Young Artists Gallery on the ground floor at Hill Center (921 Pennsylvania Ave, SE) through the end of September.
Ms. Swift invites you to “enjoy the one-of-a-kind prints that monoprinting offers. There are many printmaking techniques and monoprinting lends itself to interpretations of lines and the imagination that is sure to be inspiring.”
If you can’t squeeze in an in-person
visit to “Printmaking Palooza,” check out the digital images the virtual gallery: www.hillcenterdc.org/artist/young-artists-gallery-printmaking-palooza/ You’ll be very impressed. u
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Kids & Family
SAAM Arcade 2024: Adventure Awaits
This year, the Smithsonian American Art Museum Arcade showcases games which allow us to travel to and explore new places. As many of us seek new and exciting experiences, video games provide us with the opportunity to see both real and imagined places from new perspectives. SAAM Arcade features classic arcade games and a selection of games from independent developers that provide us an escape from everyday life, allow us to travel to new and possibly uncharted worlds, and give us the experience of a lifetime, all from a comfortable chair. Join SAAM in the Kogod Courtyard on Saturday, July 27, for SAAM Arcade to see, play, and explore. americanart.si.edu/events/saam-arcade.
Hill Family Biking: Yards Park Splash Pad Ride
On Saturday, July 20, 4 to 5:30 p.m., bike down to the Yards Park Splash Pad from the Payne Elementary School parking lot (entrance in the alley between 15th and D streets, SE) to cool off with ice cream from Ice Cream Jubilee and fun in the splash pad. Hill Family Biking will have volunteers marshaling to ensure everyone stays together. The MPD bike team will also be participating in the ride to connect officers with the community. If your family’s bikes need some TLC, come 15 minutes early to get some help. They’ll have bike maintenance tools available, as well as some experienced amateur bike mechanics on hand to assist. Participation is free but please register at hillfamilybiking.org/events.
Kenilworth Park’s Lotus & Water Lily Festival
The Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens’ Lotus & Water Lily Festival is from Friday to Sunday, July 19 to 21: Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The festival celebrates the profusion of flowers all around the garden and the cultures that celebrate these flowers with music, dance, crafts and tours. There are children’s activities on Friday and a neighborhood night that evening. Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, 1550 Anacostia Ave. NE. friendsofkenilworthgardens.org.
French Alliance Family Day at Mount Vernon
Paint ’n’ Play: NGA’s New Digital Interactive
Want to paint with Vincent van Gogh’s paintbrush? Paint ’n’ Play puts artists’ palettes and even brushstrokes in your hands so you can create something new, just for you. Play at home online or play at NGA’s interactive easels on-site, then download and print your masterpieces for free. nga.gov/games/ paint-n-play.
On Saturday, July 13, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., learn about the role of the French government, Army, and Navy in the American victory during the American Revolution through hands-on activities and character interpretation. Music of the Revolution is at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Revolutionary Friends: General George Washington and the Marquis de Lafayette by Selene Castrovilla at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. All activities are included with admission which is $28 for twelve and older; $15 for ages six to eleven; five and under, free. Present your EBT card at the gate to receive daytime admission tickets for $2 each. Available in-person only; this offer cannot be redeemed online. mountvernon.org.
Visit the Bowling Green to learn about specific American French individuals who fostered an alliance that helped forge nation. Explore primary sources, create your own sash, and up take-home activities.
Photo taken of the May 2024 Kingman Island Ride.
Photo: Laurie Sussman
Courtesy of the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Photo: Norwood Photography
Photo: J. Yen
Kids World at Franklin Park
Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 27 and Sunday, July 28 from noon to 7 p.m., both days. Kids World is a fully immersive experience designed to captivate young children, teenagers, and their families over two fun-filled days at Franklin Park, 1315 I St. NW. This annual event, free to the public, offers a robust schedule of hands-on projects, special guests, and endless fun. Visitors can explore multiple activations that promote literacy, performing arts, health and fitness, creativity, science, nature, entrepreneurship, and more. The event features whimsical, oversized installations perfect for photo opportunities, ensuring a memorable experience for all. New this year is Family Resource Row, providing essential services such as tutoring, counseling, and more. Read more at downtowndc.org/event/kids-world-2024.
Decoder and Discovery Trails at the Folger
On the Decoder Trail, young Shakespeare sleuths (recommended ages are six to nine) can pick up a magnifying glass and follow clues through the galleries in both exhibition halls. Decode messages, solve riddles, and create a poem to receive a special badge. Check in at the Welcome Desk in the entrance lobby for your decoder kit. On the Discovery Trail, young explorers (recommended ages are three to five) can roam the Shakespeare Exhibition Hall and find images on the walls from the Folger collection that match the ones in their notes. Check in at the Welcome Desk in the entrance lobby for your clue sheet. The Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 East Capitol
St. SE, also invites everyone to take one of their free tours, but there’s no one path through the galleries, so you’re welcome to explore at your own pace. Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday (closed Mondays). Free admission. folger.edu.
SMYAL Celebrates
40th Anniversary
SMYAL’s mission is to support and empower LGBTQ youth in the DC metropolitan region. Through youth leadership, SMYAL creates opportunities for LGBTQ youth to build self-confidence, develop critical life skills, and engage their peers and community through service and advocacy. Committed to social change, SMYAL builds, sustains, and advocates for programs, policies, and services that LGBTQ youth need as they grow into adulthood. Tickets are now on sale to join them at SMYAL’s Annual Fall Brunch on Saturday, Sept. 21, 10:30 a.m., at the Marriott Marquis, in celebration of their 40th Anniversary. smyal.org.
Follow the Trail to Uncover Hidden Stories
Take your family through the Smithsonian American Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery's shared building and become art detectives on this new audio tour designed to enhance your visit. Through the four different activities at each of the stops, discover the hidden stories and meanings behind featured artworks from both
The Children’s Garden at the Botanic Garden
When young children use their imaginations to relate to their surroundings, there is evidence that they are also developing a life-long affection for the natural world. Kids are invited to see what’s in bloom, dig, plant, water, and touch and smell the plants in the Children’s Garden. Watch your kids play, discover, and awaken their curiosity. Shaded seating is available for kids and adults throughout the garden. The Children’s Garden is open seasonally through October. The US Botanic Garden, at the southwest base of the Capitol grounds, is open every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. usbg.gov.
museums’ collections and figure out the clue to lead you to the next stop on the trail. Recommended for families with elementary school-age children. To start your tour, pick up a map from the information desk in either the G or F Street lobbies and follow the trail. americanart.si.edu.
Children's Museum Expands Summer Hours
The National Children’s Museum, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, is offering additional opportunities for locals and visitors to visit this summer by opening seven days a week, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., for the months of July and August. Summer Tuesdays will encourage more days of play for young learners and their families. nationalchildrensmuseum.org.
Bilingual English/Spanish Books with Books from Birth
As of June 10, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is offering a new book option for families. The new option includes 100% Bilingual English/Spanish books from when the child enters the program until they graduate at age five. In addition, those families selecting this option can also select which language they would prefer communication to arrive in. Read more at dclibrary.org/using-the-library/books-birth.
PIXAR PUTT at the Wharf
PIXAR PUTT, the pop-up, open-air mini-golf experience, is at The Wharf, through Aug. 4, with tickets now on sale. Made up of 18 fun
and interactive holes inspired by the stories, characters and icons from some of Disney and Pixar's most beloved lms including Toy Story, The Incredibles, Monsters, Inc., Finding Nemo, Coco, A Bug's Life, Wall-E, and Inside Out, Pixar Putt is set to take guests to in nity… and beyond. Monday to Thursday, noon to 9:30 p.m. (8 p.m., last entry) and Friday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. (8 p.m., last entry). After 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, the course is reserved for golfers 18 and older. Tickets start at $25. pixarputt.com.
Zoom Rocket Zoom at Air and Space
On Thursdays in July at 11 a.m., join Air and Space on the National Mall for a story about rockets and the di erent objects they can send into space. After the story they will make a rocket that you can pretend to zoom to the Moon or anywhere in space. Free; timed-entry passes required. airandspace.si.edu.
Story Time at Union Market
On Tuesdays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., meet Northeast Library sta at the Union Market stage for story time fun. Their 30-minute story times are packed full of books and songs designed to be enjoyed by children up to ve-years-old with their caregivers. Promoting language and literacy skills, these story times are a great way to further your child’s lifelong love of reading and learning. Children and their grownups are encouraged to actively engage and participate in the story activities during the program. Union Market is located at 1309 Fifth St NE. dclibrary.org/ plan-visit/northeast-library.
Science Moms on Climate Change Solutions
Wondering how you can work on climate change solutions to protect our kids’ future? If so, Science Moms has made you a to-do list. Try these at sciencemoms.com/climate/ change/solutions.
DC Story Time at the American Indian Museum
On Saturdays, July 13, 20 and 27, 11:15 to 11:45 a.m., families are invited to an interactive story time featuring a children’s book
Ride the National Zoo Carousel
Take a spin on the Speedwell Foundation Conservation Carousel. Where else can you ride a naked mole rat, panda or armadillo? Across from the Zoo’s Lemur Island, the carousel features dozens of custom-carved and hand-painted animals under a brightly colored, open-air pavilion. Tickets are $4 and can be purchased at the carousel. Riders under 42 inches must be accompanied by an adult. The carousel is wheelchair accessible. All proceeds from the carousel support animal care and conservation science initiatives at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo. Zoo admission is free however parking is $30. nationalzoo.si.edu.
by a Native author. They will have the opportunity to engage with objects and photographs that can deepen their understanding of the community represented in the story. DC Story Time is recommended for visitors ages three years and up accompanied by an adult caregiver. The National Museum of the American Indian is at Fourth St. and Independence Ave. SW. americanindian.si.edu.
Films at the Stone
On Friday, July 18, 8 p.m., see Kung Fu Panda 4. When Po is chosen as the new Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace, he faces the daunting task of mentoring a new Dragon Warrior. On Friday, Aug. 16, 8 p.m., see the Little Mermaid. Dive into the enchanting world of Ariel, a spirited young mermaid who dreams of exploring the wonders beyond the sea. The Movies are screened at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial on the lawn adjacent to the bookstore. Come early, pack a snack and bring blankets or low-profile lawn chairs. The Memorial is at 1964 Independence Ave. SW. thememorialfoundation.org/mlk/films.
Face Painting at the NGA
On Saturdays, July 6 and Aug. 3, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., stop by the National Gallery of Art’s Cascade Café to get your face painted by The Face Paint Lady Inc. nga.gov.
Kids Run the Bases at Nat's Park
Kids ages four to ¬twelve can run the bases after every Sunday day game throughout the season. This year’s remaining dates are July 7 and 21; Aug. 4 and 11; and Sept. 1 and 15. Kids Run the Bases begins immediately following the game, weather permitting. Participants must exit the ballpark through the Right Field Gate. The line forms outside of the park on the sidewalk along First St. washington.nationals.mlb.com.
Strathmore’s Live from the Lawn: Cool Concerts for Kids
Here’s the Thursday evening, 7 p.m., Cool Concerts for Kids lineup: July 11, 123 Andres; July 18, Jazzy Ash; July 25, Marsha and the Positrons; Aug. 1, Dance Party with Fyutch. All concerts are free and last 60 minutes. They are at The Gudelsky Gazebo which is across the driveway from the Mansion, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, MD. strathmore.org/events-tickets/strathmore-kids.
Family-Friendly Community Forklift First Fridays
Through Sept. 6, Community Forklift stays open late on the first Friday of the month (July 5, Aug. 2 and Sept. 6), 5 to 8 p.m., to throw a party and they want you to bring the kids. Free entry. Food and drinks for purchase and live music and games. Community Forklift is at 4671 Tanglewood Dr., Bladensburg, MD. communityforklift.org.
Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods at Wolf Trap
Across the meadow from the Filene Center, tucked in the woods at Wolf Trap National Park, the Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods has been a summer tradition for generations of children and families. Here are shows: July 6, Danny Weinkauf & His Red Pants Band; July 7, Joanie Leeds; July 9, Choy Wun Lions; July 10, Red Yarn; July 11, Uncle Jumbo; July 12, 13 and 14, The Amazing Max; July 16 and 17, Awesome Allie: First Kid Astronaut; July 18, Lucy Kalantari & the Jazz Cats; July 19 and 20, Kiddle Karoo’s Monster Puppet Playhouse; July 23 and 24, Professor Gizmo’s Fun & Science Show; July 25, Mayur Dance; July 26, 27 and 28, Maryland Youth Ballet; July 30, Carpathia Folk Dance Ensemble; July 31, DJ Willy Wow! and Friends; Aug. 1, Being Bilingual Rocks!; Aug. 2 and 3, Everybody Loves Pirates. All shows are at 10:30 a.m. (gates at 10 a.m.). Tickets are $12. After each performance, children and parents are encouraged to continue enjoying the free and open space in the park. Theatre-in-the-Woods, 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna. wolftrap.org.
Marine Corps Marathon Kids’ Run Registration is Open
The MCM Kids Run will be held on Saturday, Oct. 26, in Arlington, VA at the North Pentagon Parking Lot. Children ages five to twelve can participate in the one-mile fun run. Pre- and post-event hospitality, activities, entertainment, games and mascots make this an unforgettable event. The Kids Run offers families eight start time options between 9:20 a.m. and 11:40 a.m. Registration is $15. marinemarathon.com/event/ marine-corps-marathon/mcm-kids-run.
Imagination Stage’s Miss Nelson Is Missing!
The fifth graders of Smedley Elementary School’s Room 207 are not just badly behaved–they’re the
Kids’
Summer
Movies on the Big Screen
Here’s the lineup: Toy Story (1995), July 12, 1 p.m.; The Little Mermaid (1989), July 19, 1 p.m.; Robin Hood (1973), July 26, 1 p.m.; The Fox and the Hound (1981), Aug. 9, 1 p.m.; Aladdin (1992), Aug. 23, 1 p.m. Kids’ summer movies are at The Miracle Theatre, 535 Eighth St. SE, which is one and a half blocks south from the Eastern Market Metro station. There is a public parking lot underneath the highway on Eighth Street, SE between I Street and Virginia Avenue. All tickets for these movies, for everyone, are $6. themiracletheatre.com.
“worst kids of all!” No matter what their sweet and caring teacher Miss Nelson tries, they simply won’t listen (or stop throwing paper airplanes across the room). Fed up with their behavior, Miss Nelson leaves her class in the hands of dreaded substitute teacher Miss Viola Swamp, infamous for bringing “woe to those who misbehave.” Terri ed of “the Swamp,” the kids must work together and with Detective McSmogg to nd their kindhearted teacher and win her back. Tuneful and hilarious, this Imagination Stage original has been a hit at theatres from coast to coast. $12, up. “Miss Nelson is Missing!” is at Imagination Stage, 4908 Auburn Ave., Bethesda, through Aug. 10. imaginationstage.org. ◆
JUNE
26th – August 2nd
Children ages 3-10 (PK3-5th Grade)
Kids love us; Parents trust us. Your child will find joy, friendships, and caring team members daily. In addition, we offer unique classes like art, music, sciences, Stemovate, chess, fitness, sports, cooking, Legos, and a hiking club with Aunt Lizzie.
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE
Full Day: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Half Day: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Half Day: 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM
2024 SUMMER CAMP FEES
Full Day: $87 per Day $435 per week
Half Day: $67 per Day $335 per week
Non-Refundable Registration Fee (Per Child): Three weeks or more: $150
Two weeks or less: $75
* Includes a t-shirt and transportation for field trips.
ATTORNEY, WHITE COLLAR INVESTIGATIONS
(Washington, D.C.) Represent corps., financial inst., execs. in cross-border & dom. white collar govʼtal & internal investig., advising internationally- & dom.based clients. Interview witnesses, dev. evidential records & case strategies. Oversee doc. review & prod. processes. Prepare investig. repts, talking pts, presentations, corresp. w/ regulators. Represent clients at interviews, depos, at trial. Negotiate & prepare settlement agreements, assoc. docs. $260,000 per year. Reqʼmts: JD or foreign equiv., DC Bar, 3 yrs of exp. in position or 3 yrs of alt occup. exp. performing complex international corporate regulatory defense advisory legal duties. In lieu of a JD or foreign equiv., an LLM or foreign equiv. is acceptable. Email resume/refʼs to George.Chipev@ lw.com, referencing position AWCI01. Latham & Watkins LLP.
CROSSWORD Trading
by Myles Mellor
Across:
1. Label
4. Katmandu native
10. Water park slide
15. Golf tour
18. Assess a tax
19. Winker
20. Excellent
21. Golfer Ernie
22. Local business group
25. Famous falcon
26. Thieves’ place
27. Valhalla chief
28. Lord’s Prayer starter
29. Top-notch
30. Prescribed
31. Enzyme suffix
32. Doorframes
35. Patent
38. Circular opening?
39. Chandelier pendant
40. A sale is one
50. Dogs
51. French for law
52. Felt sorry about
54. Hurried in movement (musical direction)
55. Those over there
57. Grooming tool
60. Helper, abbr.
61. Report-card quartet
63. Judges
65. Dirty clothes receptacle
69. Ensign’s answer, perhaps
73. Angry outburst
74. Wise one
78. Bedtime hair appliances
79. Keeps
81. Unties
84. Journey by water
85. “O Sole ___”
86. Weakened
88. Made a favorable agreement
94. Studio sign
95. Show off
96. Destructive wave
99. Rhett’s last words
101. Paper size
104. ABC’s rival
107. Article for Mozart
108. ___-Wan Kenobi
109. Bog fuel
110. Emirates, for short 111. Little one
112. Spend more than would be fair
119. Merry Marseilles month
120. Teacher of Aristotle
121. In the habit
122. Dubai ruler
123. Mach 1 breaker
124. Animal trail
125. Actually, legally
126. Designer Diane _______ Furstenberg
Down:
1. Snicker
2. Opposite of après
3. YMCA
4. Must have
5. Eagle nest
6. Lowly laborer
7. Furry alien comedy
8. Form of ID: Abbr.
9. Part of a Vegas exchange
10. French Nobelist who wrote “The Plague”
11. Weeder
12. Belarus neighbor: Abbr.
13. Part of X-X-X
14. Sight organ
15. Twinings product
16. Close of “Fatal Attraction”
17. Black-ink item
18. Screens for bulletin boards?
23. Feathery wrap
24. Angry crowd
29. Looks up to
32. Singer Simpson, familiarly
33. Invoice fig.
34. Old Soviet space station
35. Horse-and-buggy ___
36. “The Old __” theater
37. Philosopher suffix
38. Compass point
39. Fraternity letter
40. Major leagues, in baseball lingo
41. “Battle Cry” author
42. Badger’s tunnel
43. First lady McKinley
44. King Cole musician
45. Early prog. rock gp.
46. Malted barley beverage
47. Polite turndown
48. Colorless liqueur
49. Literary adverb
50. Car club
53. Hosp. workers
55. Seasoned sailor
56. Mozart contemporary
57. “Shame on you!”
58. Tiny
59. Body shop fig.
61. Cuckoo bird
62. Skillful
64. ID for the I.R.S.
65. Sodium hydroxide
66. Flying prefix
67. Navy ship intro
68. Many college grads
69. Temperature controls, briefly
70. Chinese dollar
71. Large lake
72. Spent
74. Kotter of “Welcome Back, Kotter”
75. Bruins’ campus
76. Falter
77. Currency exchange board abbr.
80. Trouble
81. Craft
82. Flanders character in “The Simpsons”
83. Goes with Zeppelin
85. Make a dent in
86. Richard of “The 300 Spartans”
87. Egg drink
89. “Hanging __ __ star”
1978 film
90. Skye cap
91. Roman number
92. Business abbreviation
93. Forelimb
96. Abounds
97. “___ Marner”
98. Ill-suited
99. Detest with a passion
100. Board member: abbr.
101. Baltic group
102. California/Nevada lake
103. I-95, e.g.: Abbr.
104. New York politico Andrew
105. Washing area
106. Crystal ball user
108. Maestro Klemperer
109. Professors’ degs.
112. Letter abbr.
113. Austrian peak
114. Former Rockets’ giant
115. Arles assent 116. Admiral’s org.
Go right 118. State next to Cal. and Ariz.
• 4 BR (3 up & Flex Guest BR)
• 4 baths
• Large Kitchen w/ Breakfast Bar
• LR+DR w/ fireplace & period details
• Original Variable-width Wood Floorboards
• 2nd Floor Deck w/ Arbor
• 2 laundries – Top floor & Basement
• Tank-less water heater
• Gentle Radiator Heat
• Central Air (<3 years old)
• Deep Lot w/ Private Bk Yard & Patio
• Tree-lined quiet street
• Walk to Eastern Market & Barracks Row
• Between 2 METROs
• Location, Location, Location: In-Bounds Brent
This 1870’s home fits growing families, doting grandparents, cosmopolitan couples, directed singles, sage empty-nesters, or entertaining congressmen, senators, diplomats, shakers, makers, and more!
516.5 8th St, SE 1/2 of Residential Bldg, ~ 900 sf $500K
