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National Geographic will also premiere a documentary special, CLOTILDA: LAST AMERICAN SLAVE SHIP, about the most intact slave shipwreck found to date and the only one for which we know the full story of the voyage, the passengers and their descendants.
Photo: Colin S. Johnson/Washington National Cathedral Transatlantic Slave Trade Podcast Launched
Ahead of Black History Month, National Geographic has launched a powerful new podcast, INTO THE DEPTH that uncovers the history of the transatlantic slave trade as it follows a group of Black divers who are dedicated to finding and helping to document slave shipwrecks. The podcast series trailer is now available on Apple Podcasts and wherever podcasts are found, as well as at natgeo.com/intothedepths. The six-part series, funded in part by the National Geographic Society, highlights the journey of National Geographic Explorer Tara Roberts (@curvypath_tara on Instagram), who quit her job and left her life behind to follow in the footsteps of Diving With a Purpose, a group of Black divers who traverse the globe in search of long-lost slave shipwrecks and the truth of the history that accompanies them. The podcast follows Roberts from Florida to Costa Rica, and from the continent of Africa back to Roberts’ family home in Edenton, North Carolina, where the journey quickly turns personal for her.
Choral Evensong at the Washington National Cathedral Returns
One of the treasures of the Anglican tradition, evensong is a service of sung evening prayer. The interspersing of music spanning from the Renaissance to the modern day, between familiar passages of scripture and ancient prayers, creates a contemplative mood. Lasting less than an hour, this service, on Sundays at 4 p.m., is a wonderful way to end the day or begin the week. Join them in-person or online. cathedral.org.
Pay-Your-Age at Arena Stage: An Under 30 Program
Arena Stage offers Pay-Your-Age tickets for the 30 and under crowd. Just like the name says, your age determines the price. Tickets are available online, by phone or in person on a first-come, first-served basis, limited to four per household. Tickets become available about two months before the show’s first performance. Proof of age for each member of the party is required at time of pick-up. Fees are not included in ticket prices. Children under the age of five are not permitted in the theater. arenastage.org/tickets/savings-programs.
Ward 6 COVID Center Opens at 507 8th St. SE
The COVID Center in Ward 6 opened on January 24. At all DC COVID Centers, individuals have access to vaccinations, boosters, and take-home rapid antigen tests, as well as a new walk-up testing opportunity that will allow residents to administer and register a PCR test themselves. The Ward 6 center, at 507 Eighth St. SE, is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Satur-
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days from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Fridays and Sundays, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; closed Tuesdays. coronavirus.dc.gov.
Reconstruction of Concrete Median Along C Street NE
DDOT has begun demolition and reconstruction of the existing concrete median in the center of C St NE, through Feb. 8, weather permitting. The work will progress from the easternmost limit at the intersection of C Street and 21st Street to the westernmost limit of the intersection at North Carolina Avenue and 14th Street NE. The dedicated left turning lane located at C and 21st streets will be removed. cstne.com.
A House Built by Slaves
On Wednesday, Feb. 23, 5 p.m., on YouTube, author Jonathan W. White presents the story of how President Abraham Lincoln welcomed African Americans to his White House in America’s most divided and war-torn era and why that transformed the trajectory of race relations in the United States. Drawing from an array of primary sources, White reveals how African Americans used the White House as a national stage to amplify their calls for equality. This is a free program of the National Archives. archives.gov/calendar/event/a-house-built-by-slaves-african-american-visitors-to-the-lincoln-white-house.
Grounds of Frederick Douglass House Are Open
The Grounds of Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, 1411 W St. SE, are open on Fridays and Saturdays; the hours vary by season. The Visitor Center and Historic Home remain closed. There will be no Ranger-led tours, but visitors are invited to ask questions of park staff. nps.gov/frdo.
A Changing America: 1968 and Beyond
A Changing America: 1968 and Beyond, at the National Museum of African American History and Culture, explores contemporary black life through stories about the social, economic, political, and cultural experiences of African Americans. From the death of Martin Luther King, Jr. to the second election of Barack Obama, the coverage is broad. Large scale graphics and original artifacts lead visitors from the Black Arts Movement to Hip Hop, the Black Panthers to “Yes We Can,” and Black is Beautiful to #BlackLivesMatter. This exhibition also considers the challenges faced by African Americans-- challenges compounded with experiences of class, gender, and immigration-as they continue to fight for racial equity and social justice, issues as relevant to the 21st century as to the 20th. nmaahc. si.edu/explore/exhibitions/changing-america.
The National Museum of African American History and Culture is now open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m.
The Capitol Hill Home Photo Contest
In anticipation of the 65th anniversary of the House and Garden Tour, the Capitol Hill Restoration Society is sponsoring a photo contest--The Capitol Hill Home. Entries are due March 13. Winning images receive two passes to the 2022 House and Garden Tour and will be displayed on the CHRS website. View details and past contest winners at chrs.org/photo-contest-2022.
Robert Weinstein was the 1st Place Winner in the 2021 Capitol Hill Restoration Society photo contest. Deadline for this year’s contest is March 13.
to 5:30 p.m. Visitors are able to enter the museum until 4 p.m. Free timed-entry passes are required. nmaahc.si.edu.
Folger’s Autumn Leaves
Autumn Leaves is an improvisation in poetry and jazz with pianist Cyrus Chestnut and poets Lenard D. Moore and Kyle Dargan. Together they explore the magic that materializes when artists collaborate. Part reading, part concert, each artist shares their powerful compositions to spark and inspire one another in this free style performance. The evening concludes with a discussion between Cyrus, Kyle, and Lenard and Folger Director of Programming Karen Ann Daniels, with Folger Director Michael Whitmore. Autumn Leaves was recorded live at the Arts Club of Washington on Nov. 4, 2021. Tickets are $10 to $30 ($15 suggested price) at folger.edu/events/autumnleaves. It Is available through June 30, 2022.
DC Christmas Tree and Holiday Greenery Collection Started
Christmas trees and holiday greenery will be collected from homes that receive DPW curbside through Feb. 28. Trees and greenery can be left at the normal point of collection for trash and recycling or at the curbside. Items collected during this period will be composted; in the spring, the mulch will be provided to residents at no cost. Residents can also drop their Christmas trees and/or holiday greenery at: Benning Road Transfer Station, 3200 Benning Rd. NE; Bryant Street Sweep Shop, 201 Bryant St. NW; and South Capitol Street Graffiti Shop, 2700 South Capitol St. SE. dpw.dc.gov.
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In 2010, a group of do-gooders, led by co-founders Brendan Hanrahan, Chad Leathers and Bobby Gill, dropped their pants and ran through the DC cold to raise money for research to help end neuro bromatosis (NF), a rare genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body. Now, in mid-February, participants in 38 cities in the US will run about a mile through the streets, mostly in Valentine related underwear, to raise money to help treat and end NF. DC runs on Feb. 12. $45. Read more and register at my.cupids.org/cur/city/Washington,DC.
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DCRA Accepting License Applications for Short-term Rentals
As of Jan. 10, the Department of Consumer and Regulatory A airs has been accepting applications for residents to license short-term rentals--for 30 or fewer continuous nights. Shortterm rentals are limited to a host’s primary residence. Business entities such as an LLC or corporation are not eligible. The cost for a two-year short-term rental license is $104.50, which includes a $70 processing fee, a $25 endorsement fee, and a 10% technology fee. dcra. dc.gov/shorttermrentals.
Fort Dupont Ice Arena Public Ice Skating
The Fort Dupont Ice Arena, 3779 Ely Pl. SE, schedule for public skating through the end of February 2022 is Sundays, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 1 to 3 p.m.; Fridays, noon to 2 p.m. Adult admission is $5; kids, $4. Skate rental is $3. fdia.org.
“Bridge Fund” to Support DC Small Businesses
The Mayor’s O ce has announced a new $40 million round of the Bridge Fund Grant Program that will provide nancial support to brick-and-mortar businesses grappling with the COVID-19 public health emergency in the restaurant, entertainment, and retail sectors. The grant program will provide exible nancial relief to businesses and food trucks that experienced revenue loss during the Public Health Emergency related to COVID-19. Grantees will be allowed to use grant funds for needs such as rent, payroll and labor, inventory, and operating expenses. Awards will range from $20,000 to $100,000. The program will prioritize businesses that have not received federal relief funds and microbusinesses with $2.5
million or less in revenue. Eligible businesses include restaurants, retailers, or entertainment small businesses with an active DC Basic Business License, less than $5 million in gross receipts each in 2019, 2020, and 2021, and the ability to demonstrate at least a 30% loss of revenue during the period of April 1, 2020 to Dec. 31, 2021. obviouslydc.com/fy22-business-fundingopportunities.
New DC Leaf Blower Regulations
On Jan. 1, the Leaf Blower Regulation Amendment Act of 2018 took e ect. The Act prohibits the use of gasoline-powered leaf blowers in the District. Individuals and companies who continue to use gasoline-powered leaf blowers after this date will be subject to fines of up to $500 for each o ense. Violations of the law can be reported by any person who observes a gas-powered leaf blower being used. DCRA will be accepting photographic and recorded (video and audio) evidence in support of these citations.
Hypothermia Alerts
Hypothermia alerts are activated when the National Weather Service forecasted temperature, including wind chill, is or will be 32° F or below; or, when the temperature is forecasted to be 40° F or below, and the forecasted chance of precipitation is fty percent or greater. Transportation to shelter is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you see someone outside in need of shelter or a welfare check, call the Shelter Hotline at 202-399-7093 or dial 311. If there is an immediate risk to safety call 911. When calling, include the time, the address or location of the sighting, and a description of the person’s appearance. ◆
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