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Upcoming exhibitions at gallery neptune & brown: JOWITA WYSZOMIRSKA: LIMITLESS ARE LEAVES

Opening reception with the artist: Saturday, September 9th, 5 to 7 pm. ON VIEW: September 9, 2023-October 14, 2023

The root of Jowita’s artistic journey lies in collaboration with nature. From oceans to glaciers and now forests, Jowita’s art is a visual representation of the majesty of nature highlighting climate concerns surrounding our vulnerable planet. In her current series, Jowita explores old-growth forests as portals to the past, present, and future.

gallery neptune & brown: 1530 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005 Wednesday-Saturday 12-7 PM & by appointment. 202.986.1200 info@galleryneptunebrown.com / galleryneptunebrown.com

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IN Series: Alceste, a play by Euripides, music by GF Handel

Written at the dawn of theater itself, Euripides’ tragicomedy masterpiece Alceste blends the funny and the sad with the surprising and transcendent. Presented for the first time with a stunningly beautiful score by G.F. Handel, written to accompany a now lost 18th century translation of Euripides’ play, as well as music from Handel’s opera “Admeto” (an early take on the same myth). Real life husband and wife KenYatta and Michelle Rogers take the title couple role, joined by Maribeth DIggle (Desdemona) as the irreverent hero Hercules. Euripides’ Greek chorus becomes an ensemble of some of the best Baroque voices in the area, all accompanied by the acclaimed INnovatio Baroque Orchestra. Famed poet Ted Hughes’ free and imaginative translation is the heart of this production, with new texts by DC playwright Sybil Roberts. Alceste is at the Dupont Underground on Sept. 23, 7:30 p.m. and Sept. 24, 2:30 p.m. and GALA Hispanic Theatre on Oct. 7 at 7:30 p.m. and Oct. 8, 2:30 p.m. inseries.org.

Mount Vernon Fall Wine Festival and Sunset

On Friday to Sunday, Oct. 6 to 8, 6 to 9 p.m., nightly, taste unlimited samples from Virginia wineries after hours at George Washington’s estate. You can also bring a blanket and relax on the East Lawn overlooking the Potomac River; meet George Washington; visit the Shops at Mount Vernon; visit the first and second floors of the Mansion; purchase concessions from the Mount Vernon Inn. Admission is $59 on Friday, $63 on Saturday and $53 on Sunday. mountvernon.org.

H Street Festival (ALWAYS A BLAST!)

The H Street Festival on Saturday, Sept. 16, noon to 7 p.m., is held along H Street NE, between Third and Fifteenth. It has 14 staging areas featuring music of different genres, dance, youthbased performances, interactive children’s program, fashion, heritage arts, poetry and many more. The festival started as a 500-participant bloc party more than 12 years ago. It has now grown into a 150,000-participant event. hstreetfestival.org.

America’s Voices Against Apartheid at the KC

This fall, from Sept. 14 to Nov. 5, the Kennedy Center’s Department of International Programming and the Howard University Republic of South Africa Project/ Sister States of Maryland, Inc. presents the groundbreaking exhibition, America’s Voices Against Apartheid, in the Hall of Nations. This US opening of the exhibition marks the beginning of an American tour, following its successful opening in May 2023 at the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg, South Africa. America’s Voices Against Apartheid is an exploration of the remarkable contributions made by US citizens to the international movement that dismantled the apartheid system in South Africa, which persisted from 1948 to the early 1990s. kennedy-center.org.

African Modernism in America, 1947 to 1967

African Modernism in America, 1947-67 is the first major exhibition to examine the complex connections between modern African artists and American patrons, artists, and cultural organizations in the postwar period. Featuring the work of 50 African and African American artists—including David Driskell, Ibrahim El-Salahi, Ben Enwonwu, Jacob Lawrence, Demas Nwoko, and Uche Okeke—the exhibition reveals a transcontinental network of artists, curators, and scholars that challenged assumptions about African art in the United States, and thereby encouraged American engagement with African artists as contemporaries. Addition-

Glass: Art. Beauty. Design. at Hillwood

Transparent or opaque, fragile yet impervious, glass has inspired artists and designers, stimulated scientists and engineers, and captivated collectors with its beauty and practicality. Hillwood founder Marjorie Merriweather Post was no exception, and she amassed over 1,600 pieces of glass, created in the 17th-20th centuries in China, Western Europe, Russia, and the United States. This special exhibition, through Jan. 14, 2024, highlights this lesserknown aspect of Hillwood’s collection, featuring a range of styles and techniques, while placing the historic creations in dialogue with astounding contemporary artworks. Adult admission is $18; seniors, $15; college students, $10; six to eighteen, $5; and under six, free. Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Ave. NW is open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. hillwoodmuseum.org.

Art All Night: Eight Wards, 100+ Artists, Two Nights

ally, the exhibition includes a newly commissioned work by Ndidi Dike, The Politics of Selection (2022), which investigates the presence and absence of women in the story of African modernity. African Modernism in America, 1947-67 is at The Phillips Collection, 1600 21st St. NW, from Oct. 7 to Jan. 7. phillipscollection.org.

DC Art All Night happens from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. the following morning on two nights--September 29 and 30. The festival takes place in all 8 wards with different things-going-on each night, bringing visual and performing arts, including painting, photography, sculpture, crafts, fashion, music, literary arts, dance, theater, film, and poetry, to indoor and outdoor public and private spaces, including local businesses and restaurants. First presented as Art All Night: Nuit Blanche DC in 2011 by Shaw Main Streets, Art All Night drew crowds of 30,000

plus to celebrate the art and local culture. Over the last ten years, the event has grown to feature nineteen participating neighborhoods in 2021, with over 120,000 attendees from across the DMV coming to DC to celebrate the arts. dcartallnight.org.

Photo: Courtesy of the Kennedy Center

Detail photograph of Glass: Art. Beauty. Design. featuring glassware from Harrach Glassworks with hunting scenes. Photo: Courtesy of Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens.

Peter Clarke (South African, 1929-2014), That Evening Sun Goes Down, 1960, Gouache on paper, 21 1/2 x 17 in., Fisk University Galleries, Nashville, Gift of the Harmon Foundation, 1991.313 © 2022 Peter Edward Clarke / DALRO, Johannesburg / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Courtesy American Federation of Arts.

National Gallery Nights Return

National Gallery Nights, the popular after-hours program, returns to the East Building from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursdays, Sept. 14, Oct. 12, and Nov. 9. This season, visitors will find their favorite National Gallery Nights activities—music, live performances, artmaking, and pop-up talks—centering the themes of a block party, Halloween, and the exhibition “The Land Carries our Ancestors: Contemporary Art by Native Americans.” Light fare; gelato; and beverages such as beer, wine, and specialty cocktails will be available for purchase throughout the East Building, in the Terrace Café and Espresso & Gelato Bar, and on the Fourth Street Plaza. A lottery to attend the indoor activities takes place the week before each event from Monday through Thursday at noon. No registration required for Fourth Street activities. nga.gov.

Handstitched Worlds: The Cartography of Quilts

Quilts, like maps, trace the personal stories and experiences of makers and their communities, often illuminating larger historical events and cultural trends. Handstitched Worlds draws from the collection of the American Folk Art Museum, with examples ranging from traditional early-American quilts to contemporary sculptural assemblages. Visitors are invited to contribute to the Museum’s community quilt. Stitch a place in the cartography of Washington, DC, that holds special significance for you. Handstitched Worlds is at the George Washington University Museum and Textile Museum, 701 21st St. NW, from September 9 to Dec. 23. Hours of operation are Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission but a suggested $8 donation is appreciated. museum.gwu.edu.

Judy Collins & Madeleine Peyroux at the KC

On Wednesday, Sept. 20, 8 p.m., two folk and jazz icons share the Concert Hall stage for an unforgettable double bill of songs and stories. Join Grammy Award winner Judy Collins as she performs her legendary 1967 album Wildflowers in its entirety. Collins is joined by Madeleine Peyroux, who has become one of today’s most acclaimed jazz singers since she began her illustrious career busking on the busy streets of Paris. Tickets are $29 to $89. kennedy-center.org.

The Price is Right Live at National Harbor

Madeleine Peyroux

The Price Is Right Live, at MGM National Harbor on Friday, Sept. 29, 8 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 30, 6 p.m., is the hit interactive stage show that gives eligible individuals the chance to hear their names called and “Come On Down” to win. Prizes may include appliances, vacations and possibly a new car. Playing to near sold-out audiences for more than 14 years, The Price Is Right Live has entertained millions of guests and given away more than 12 million dollars in cash and prizes. If you’re a fan of The Price Is Right on TV, you’ll love this exciting, live (non-televised), on-stage version of the show. $35 to $225. MGM National Harbor is at 101 MGM National Ave., Oxon Hill, MD. mgmnationalharbor.mgmresorts.com.

Artist unknown (Va.), Map Quilt, 1886. Image courtesy of the American Folk Art Museum. Gift of Dr. and Mrs. C. David McLaughlin. Photo: Schecter Lee

Maryland Renaissance Festival

Unique among most festivals, including renaissance festivals, the Maryland Renaissance Festival utilizes a story line and progresses each year forward in the timeline of Henry VIII, through all his reign and all six of his wives. This season the year is 1537, and as ever, the King’s love life is the source of gossip. The Maryland Renaissance Festival, a tradition for the entire family, Labor Day weekend and Saturdays and Sundays Aug. 26 to Oct. 22 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., runs for weekends of thrills, feasting, handmade crafts, entertainment and merriment in Crownsville, near Annapolis. The 27-acre Village of Revel Grove comes to life each autumn with more than 200 professional performers on ten stages, a 3,000-seat arena with armored jousting and streets filled with village characters. Admission is $30 for adults; $15 for ages seven to fifteen; under seven, free. Tickets sold online only. rennfest.com.

Oktoberfest Weekend at the Wharf

Oktoberfest Weekend at the Wharf is on Friday to Sunday, Sept. 15 to 17. On Friday night, 7 to 9 p.m. Oktoberfest kicks-off with a traditional polka dance session. Come to Transit Pier to learn the moves. On Saturday, 2 to 5 p.m., Cheer on the dogs competing in the 11th Annual Wiener 500 Dachshund Dash to benefit Rural Dog Rescue. Or, sign up your Dachshund to participate in the races (free entry). On Sunday, 2 to 5 p.m., try your hand in The Wharf-wide stein hoisting contest taking place in restaurants throughout The Wharf. Throughout the weekend, enjoy German fare, Bavarian decor and costumes, and Sam Adam Octoberfest beer. wharfdc.com.

Patti Smith and Her Band at the Anthem

Patti Smith is an American singer, songwriter, poet, painter, and author who became an influential component of the New York City punk rock movement with her 1975 debut album Horses.]Called the "punk poet laureate", Smith fuses rock and poetry in her work. Her most widely known song, "Because the Night", co-written with Bruce Springsteen, reached number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1978 and number five on the UK Singles Chart. In 2007, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Patti Smith and Her Band are at the Anthem, 901 Wharf St. SW, on Saturday, Sept. 16, 8 p.m. (doors at 6:30 p.m.). $55 to $75. theanthemdc.com.

James McMurty at The Birchmere

James McMurtry is an American rock and folk rock/ americana singer, songwriter, guitarist, bandleader, and occasional actor. He performs with veteran bandmates Daren Hess, Cornbread and Tim Holt. His father, novelist Larry McMurtry, gave him his first guitar at age seven. His mother, an English professor, taught him how to play it: “My mother taught me three chords and the rest I just stole as I went along. I learned everything by ear or by watching people.” His latest album is The Horses and the Hounds, released in 2021. James McMurty with BettySoo is at The Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria, on Thursday, Sept. 14, 7:30 p.m. $39.50. birchmere.com.

Sunrise Hikes at Great Falls, Virginia

Located just 15 miles outside Washington, the Great Falls of the Potomac is the most magnificent natural landmark in the metropolitan area. On Saturday, Sept. 23; Sunday, Sept. 24; and/or Friday, Sept; 29, 6:30 to 9:30 a.m., rise early on an early-fall morning, avoid the crowds, and enjoy a small-group experience in the great outdoors with naturalist Keith Tomlinson. The excursions at Great Falls National Park include a hike past Great Falls and into Mather Gorge, two of the area’s most remarkable geologic features. Explore the natural history of the area’s forest, observe a variety of birds, and learn about the effect of local land-use patterns on conservation efforts along the Potomac. The hike covers about three miles of hilly and rocky trails. $75. smithsonianassociates.org.

The National Gallery of Art Celebrates the Art of Poetry

National Dance Day at the REACH

On Saturday, Sept. 16, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., the Kennedy Center presents a full day of in-person activities for National Dance Day. A dance party that kicks off the KC’s celebration of Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary. This annual event invites people of all ages and abilities, from the youngest dancers to professionals, to participate in a free celebration of the joy of dance and movement. Participants will have an opportunity to learn the official National Dance Day routine at 2 p.m. with movement artist Poppin John. The routine brings together dancers and dance enthusiasts from around the globe to celebrate National Dance Day as a form of exercise and of artistic expression. Everything’s free. A full and detailed National Dance Day schedule is at kennedy-center.org/ whats-on/explore-by-genre/dance/2023-2024/national-dance-day.

On Saturday, Sept. 23, the National Gallery of Art’s 2023 John Wilmerding Symposium on American Art and Community Celebration, “Poetry is a Country,” brings celebrated poets from across the nation together to premiere original poetry inspired by works in their collection. Participating poets—Jason Reynolds, Naomi Shihab Nye, Ilya Kaminsky, Jorie Graham, Heid E. Erdrich, Teri Ellen Cross Davis, Victoria Chang, and Hanif Abdurraqib—will perform their new works both in East Building galleries by the works of art that inspired them and in the East Building Auditorium. Readings will occur between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Only those in the East Building Auditorium require registration, and all works discussed there are also on view in the galleries. A parallel series of interactive, drop-in activities will be offered in the East Building galleries, open to all ages and interests throughout the day. Programs will include 20-minute poetry-writing workshops and poetry-inspired artmaking led by local artists and educators; haiku customized by typewriter poets drawing upon visitor discoveries and observations; and a poetry exhibition in their library. nga.gov.

(The Resistance of One Octogenarian.)

Sasha’s 82-year-old mother, Olga, is on the frontlines of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, having lived in Kyiv her whole life. Olga is thrust into increasingly fantastical situations: she strategizes with President Zelenskyy, strikes Russian drones with jars of pickles, and even debates with God. Inspired by online chats with her mother, playwright Sasha Denisova brings us this new play about a family’s connection and legacy amidst the present-day war and global crisis. The world premiere, My Mama and the Full-Scale Invasion, is at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, 641 D St. NW, from Sept. 11 to Oct. 8. woollymammoth.net.

Jason Reynolds. Photo: James J. Reddington

“Something Moving: A Meditation on Maynard” at Ford’s

In Something Moving: A Meditation on Maynard, playwright Pearl Cleage explores the election of Maynard Jackson, Atlanta’s first Black mayor. Cleage sets the play in present-day Atlanta, but soon the story travels back 50 years as citizens of the city recollect and reflect upon the significance of the once-in-a-lifetime election that turned Atlanta into a progressive example of the New South. Cleage’s unique theatrical voice turns Atlanta into a full-blooded character while allowing her audience to feel what it was like to be part of a true historic moment in the Southern capital city. As we mark the 50th anniversary of Jackson’s election of a lifetime, explore Cleage’s evocative depiction of this monumental moment. $26 to $53. Ford’s Theatre, 511 10th St. NW, from Sept. 22 to Oct. 15. fords.org.

Chiarina Chamber Players Concerts on Capitol Hill

Chiarina brings distinctive chamber music performances and innovative programming to an intimate neighborhood setting on Capitol Hill. With a roster of worldclass artists, their mission is to create an engaging, inclusive listening experience that connects audience members, performers, and music by a wide spectrum of composers from the eighteenth through the twenty-first centuries. They strive to build bridges with audiences of all ages and backgrounds. 2023-2024 concerts are on Sundays, 7:30 p.m., Sept. 17, Oct. 22, Nov. 19, March 17, April 14, and May 19, at St.

Opera in the Outfield: La Boheme

Oh, to be young and in love in Paris! Sure, there are bills to be paid—but there’s also art, moonlight, and poetry. When a group of young bohemian artists gets tangled up in love’s highs and lows, growing up is its own bittersweet heartbreak. On Saturday, Sept. 30, 7 p.m. (gates at 5 p.m.), WNO continues its partnership with the Washington Nationals with an Opera in the Outfield presentation of Puccini’s beloved La Bohème at Nationals Park. Free seating will be available on the outfield grass (weather permitting) and in the stands. Arrive early for live entertainment, photo opportunities, prizes and other activities. Free entrance. kennedy-center. org/wno/home/education/opera-in-the-outfield/.

Turnpike Troubadours at The Anthem

Turnpike Troubadours is an American country music band from Tahlequah, Oklahoma founded in 2005. They started their own imprint, Bossier City Records, in 2007 and have released five studio albums. Their self-titled 2015 album peaked at number 17 on the Billboard 200. After an indefinite hiatus in 2019, the band recently announced its reunion and has returned to touring. They are at the Anthem, 901 Wharf St. SW, along with Lucero and Reckless Kelly, on Saturday, Sept. 23, 7:30 p.m. (doors at 6 p.m.). $65 to $99.50. theanthemdc.com.

Photo: Bud Smith

Soprano Jacqueline Echols (center, right) plays Musetta: bass Peter Rose (center, left) plays Alcindoro. Photo: Scott Suchman

Mark’s, 301 A St. SE. Tickets are $30; 18 and under, free. chiarina.org.

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2023 DICK WOLF LECTURE

THE COLLAPSE AND THE OPPORTUNITY: CITIES AFTER COVID

PRESENTED BY JOHN RENNIE SHORT PROFESSOR, AUTHOR, PUBLIC SPEAKER.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2023, 7 P.M., HILL CENTER, 921 PENNSYLVANIA AVE., SE

Professor Short teaches in the School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland at Baltimore County (UMBC). His lecture will cover the topic of cities after COVID, with a particular focus on the unique challenges and opportunities for Washington, DC.

Since the pandemic, employees have had great leverage in the decision about how and where they work. With commercial real estate currently underutilized in downtown DC, this presents an opportunity to change that landscape by converting these buildings to residential, mixeduse or something entirely different. These decisions will likely impact the feel of the city core and affect the type of residents and workers that will likely be attracted and retained. Free. Details: www.chrs.org/2023-dick-wolf-lecture/

LOCAL CALENDAR

H Street Festival. Sept. 16, noon to 7 p.m. The festival is 11 blocks long on H Street NE between Third and Fifteenth and has 14 staging areas that are diversely themed and programmed to target different segments of audiences. hstreetfestival.org.

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The Life of a Poet Featuring Distinguished Writer Elizabeth Alexander in Conversation with Poet Kyle Dargan. Sept. 14, 7 p.m. A celebrated poet, scholar, and cultural advocate, Elizabeth Alexander is a nationally recognized thought leader on race, justice, the arts, and American society. $10. This event takes place at Christ Church, 620 G St. SE, several blocks from Hill Center. hillcenterdc.org.

In the Lab with Glade Dance Collective. Sept. 17, 7 p.m. A year-long series of shows presented by Glade Dance Collective at Atlas Performing Arts Center. New works-in-progress by Glade members and other choreographers from throughout the DC dance community. $15. The Atlas, 1333 H St. NE. atlasarts.org.

Live on the Hill: Jazz Band Performances. Fridays, 5 to 6:30 p.m., through September, at Eastern Market Metro Plaza. Free. barracksrow.org.

District Improv Festival. Sept. 8 to 10. The 2023 District Improv Festival (the 9th) showcases longform improv comedy including headliner Hines and Wood, longtime improvisers from the Upright Citizens Brigade in LA and NYC. The Atlas, 1333 H St. NE. atlasarts.org.

American Roots Free Outdoor Concerts. Twisted Pine, Sept. 10, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.; Shamarr Allen, Oct. 8, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Hill Center, 921 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. hillcenterdc.org.

St. Mark’s Parish Fair. Sept. 10, after morning service. Learn about what activities are available and how to get involved at St. Mark’s. This is a potluck, so bring something to share or just come to eat. All are welcome. St. Mark’s Episcopal, 301 A St. SE. stmarks.net.

NoMa’s Weekly Outdoor Movies Continue. Wednesdays, Sept. 13 to Oct. 11. Alethia Tanner Park, 227 Harry Thomas Way NE. More details at nomabid.org/cinomatic.

Movies on the Pitch: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

Sept. 14, 7:30 p.m. (gates at 6:30 p.m.). No outside food, beverage. Audi Field will offer concessions for purchase. Free. capitolriverfront.org/do/riverfront-reconnectsummer-series-movies-on-thepitch.

Chiarina Chamber Players Concert. Sept. 17, 7:30 p.m. Captivating transcriptions of Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto, featuring National Symphony Orchestra principal clarinetist Lin Ma, and Beethoven’s first piano concerto, with Efi Hackmey, pair with Prokofiev’s lively overture. $30; 18 and under, free. St. Mark’s, 301 A St. SE. chiarina.org.

Black Leaves Dance Company: 100 Leaves Gala “Sons of Douglass”. Sept. 20, 6 p.m. Enjoy a night of excellence, music, food and Black joy. 1st Annual 100 Leaves Gala and witness their provocative and timely ballet “Sons of Douglass.” $150. The Atlas, 1333 H St. NE. atlasarts.org.

Alejandro Brittes Quartet, Masters of Chamame–live! at the Library of Congress. Sept. 21, 7 to 8 p.m., at the Coolidge Auditorium. The Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building and all exhibitions are open for extended hours on Thursdays, 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy happy hour drinks and food available for purchase in the Great Hall while immersing yourself in the library’s exhibits, collections and programs. loc.gov/live.

ExPats Theatre’s “Scorched”. Sept. 23 to Oct. 15. After their mother’s death, the adult twins Simon and Janine are asked to search for their father and brother in an unnamed Middle Eastern country. The Atlas, 1333 H St. NE. atlasarts.org

Southeast Library Monthly Book Sale (date changed). Sept. 16 (third Saturday this month), 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join the Friends of Southeast Library to shop a range of titles with prices starting at $1. Proceeds supplement library programs. 407 Seventh St. SE. dclibrary.org.

Mapping Segregation: A Walking Tour of DC. Oct. 14, 10:30 a.m. Historian Sarah Jane Shoenfeld, co-director of the public history project Mapping Segregation in Washington DC, will lead a walking tour of DC’s Bloomingdale neighborhood. $15. hillcentrc.org. u

Brought

Capitol Hill Art Walk

A 40-Artist Event on September 9-10

by Elizabeth Nelson

Two things the denizens of Capitol Hill can agree on: The neighborhood is a work of art in itself; and walking is the preferred method of transportation. Put them together, add a hefty dose of individual creativity, and you have the Capitol Hill Art Walk, cosponsored by the Capitol Hill Restoration Society (CHRS) and the Capitol Hill Art League (CHAL).

From noon-5 pm on September 9 and 10, over forty local artists and artisans will display their work in their own micro-galleries, in home studios, on porches, or in yards. Most will have work for sale; the event is free and no registration is required.

Carolyn Rondthaler

Karen Zens

Kimberly King

Nguyet Vuong

Steve Kunin

Steve Mabley

Susan Sherman

Ting Wang

The project traces its roots to the second year of the COVID pandemic. CHRS couldn’t safely stage a traditional Mother’s Day House and Garden Tour, which involved hundreds of people visiting inside private homes. Instead they offered a selection of outdoor, guided walking tours. Wanting to have some connection to “houses and gardens,” they added an “Artist at Home” component with twenty-five artists who set up outside. This proved especially popular, particularly with CHAL members who lobbied hard for its return.

With the combined resources of both organizations, this year’s event is roughly double in size, covering a large swath of the Hill and artists working in a wide variety of media. Many create two-dimensional work, photographs and paintings on canvas or paper in oils, acrylic or watercolor. Others work in ceramics, fiber or metal. There will be large-scale pieces and smaller items and functional pieces like notecards, bowls and mittens. Buying art is an economical way to update your home, get a jumpstart on holiday gifting, as well as support local artists.

Check out the list of artists’ locations and amble about, enjoying the street-scape, chatting with neighbors, getting your steps in, and meeting members of our arts community. The list of participants and examples from their portfolios can be found at www.chrs.org/art-walk-2023.

Elizabeth is an Art Walk event organizer and Community Relations Chair for CHRS u

Smithsonian CRAFT: Fashion + Home Show

A Showcase for the Next in Wearables and Home Accessories

by Nancy Glick

Move over Basel, Paris, London, Milan, and New York! Washington, DC is the new place to shop for the finest in contemporary, handmade apparel, accessories, jewelry, and home designs.

The venue is CRAFT: Fashion + Home, the Smithsonian Women’s Committee’s reimagined fall craft show held October 5-8 in downtown Washington. Transforming the historic National Building Museum into a vibrant marketplace like those in international art cities, the show will feature over 80 noted artists from across the country who are reimagining the horizons of contemporary craft with their individually made and imagi-

natively designed collections. Among the works featured are handcrafted jewelry; limited-edition clothing – coats, jackets, vests, shirts and sweaters – in vibrant shapes and colors; and a wide range of distinctive accessories, such as scarves, gloves, hats, handbags and leather goods.

“This is a dynamic time for American craft, which is advancing on many fronts due to experimentation with different materials, the use of new technology, and the public’s desire for objects that ‘mean something’ because they are expertly crafted and handmade,” said Susan Vallon, chair of the CRAFT: Fashion + Home show and the driving force behind the Smithsonian Women’s Committee’s change in direction. “We knew our

show needed to re ect this exciting world and inspire people of different ages to own a piece of art – whether it is a jacket, a scarf, a piece of jewelry or a handcrafted belt or handbag,” Ms. Vallon added.

CRAFT: Fashion + Home also features a boutique of hand-crafted and contemporarily designed ceramics, glass, rugs, silver and dinnerware as well as pillows and throws to accessorize the home, for the rst time expanding the o erings of the Smithsonian Women’s Committee’s fall craft show beyond wearable art. This change builds on a growing interest among the public for exquisite handmade home décor items and housewares that are a ordable and a growing cadre of craft artists working to produce them. According to recent projections, the American home décor market will reach $126 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow by almost ve percent a year for most of the decade.

“Besides treating themselves to something special for their home, the show is a great venue for early holiday shopping as well as birthday and wedding gifts,” Ms. Vallon said.

Beyond the collections presented at CRAFT: Fashion + Home, what distinguishes this show are the artists themselves, many of whom represent a new movement in crafting that combines tradition-

Amy Nguyen

Brian Croft

al workshop techniques with new or repurposed materials and technologies like computer-aided modeling to create items that are both beautiful and practical and appeal to a diverse cross-section of the population.

Craft was not always heralded as art, but today’s artists are pushing the boundaries of creativity and design, especially in jewelry, textiles, leatherworking, papercraft, ceramics and glass. For example, Brian Croft, an Arlington-based artist featured at CRAFT: Fashion + Home, makes handcrafted pillows equal to paintings and prints hung on walls.

Another local resident featured at the show, Mea Rhee of Silver Spring, taps into her Korean heritage to design artistic yet practical ceramic bowls, vases, mugs, platters, baking dishes and chopsticks using techniques like Hakame, which literally means “brush marks” in Japanese. Her collection includes “enormous” coffee mugs big enough for Jack Reacher, one of her favorite book characters, often featuring designs of carved fish, cherry blos -

soms, gingko leaves and the Maryland blue crab.

In the area of textile art, Boston-based artist Amy Nguyen, draws inspiration from diverse sources such as the New England seaside landscape and Japanese aesthetics. She designs coats, jackets, long vests, dresses, and flowing scarves using a process of construction, deconstruction and reconstruction process influenced by the making of kimonos in Japan. She designs and dyes the silk using Japanese dyeing methods, then cuts the dyed yardage into pieces and sews them back together, which brings line, shape, color and form to each handcrafted garment. As a result, her garments transcend the meaning of the word “clothes” into artworks for the human form.

Shopping at CRAFT: Fashion + Home is not only an adventure in exploring the new and the next in artwear and home design, but it is shopping for a cause. Proceeds from the show are used for grants from the Smithsonian Women’s Committee to the Smithsonian’s museums, research centers, libraries and the National Zoo for needed programs that would otherwise not take place.

October 5–8, 2023. Advance Chance Opening Party $125 -Thursday, Oct. 5, 6–9 p.m. Daily Admission $20 (Sunday 2 for 1 entry); Friday, Oct. 6, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. National Building Museum, 410 F Street, NW Washington, D.C. Judiciary Square Metro stop. smithsoniancraft2wear.org u

Mea Rhee

The Dick Wolf Memorial Lecture

The Collapse and the Opportunity: Cities after COVID

by Delancey Gustin and Monte Edwards

After a four-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Dick Wolf Memorial Lecture is resuming. Sponsored by the Capitol Hill Restoration Society (CHRS), this event showcases excellence in research and writing on issues related to urban planning and

great leverage in the decithey work. With commer-

ents an opportunity to change that landconverting idential, mixed-use or something entirely di

historical preservation. This year’s lecture will cover the topic of cities after COVID, with a particular focus on the unique challenges and opportunities for Washington, DC. Since the pandemic, employees have had great leverage in the decision about how and where they work. With commercial real estate currently underutilized in downtown DC, this presents an opportunity to change that landscape by converting these buildings to residential, mixed-use or something entirely di erent. These decisions will likely impact the feel of the city core and a ect the type of residents and workers that will be attracted and retained.

This year’s lecturer will be John Rennie Short, emeritus professor in the School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland. Dr. Short’s research interests include cities, environmental issues, geopolitics, and the history of cartography. He is the author of 60 books and has written a second edition of “Stress Testing The USA,” highlighting what the pandemic revealed about the country’s structural weaknesses. He lives in

Washington, DC.

The 2023 Dick Wolf Memorial Lecture will take place at 7 p.m. on September 29 at the Hill Center at 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call CHRS at 202543-0425 or visit www.chrs. org/2023-dick-wolf-lecture/.

Dick Wolf (1933-2012) was one of the District’s most ardent and e ective visionaries. After moving to Capitol Hill in 1964, he worked tirelessly and effectively on community planning (including the Comprehensive Plan), historic preservation, and sound neighborhood development. He served on the CHRS Board for many years, most often as President, and also served on the Committee of 100 of the Federal City. His vision for Washington was of a great, world-class city that houses both the nation’s great institutions as well as families with young children; balances its appetite for massive growth with preservation of the character of its irreplaceable historic residential neighborhoods; and integrates sound, sustained city planning principles, practices and administrative processes into all the city’s business.

Delancey Gustin and Monte Edwards serve on the CHRS Board of Directors ◆

TOP Garden Advice from the Pros

by Rindy O’Brien

September is a transition month. Kids head back to school. Gardeners harvest the end of our summer vegetables and witness our flowers fading as we adjust to the arrival of autumn. Gardeners are always in transition from season to season. As we squeeze the last picnics and garden parties into our busy schedules, we also begin to dream about what’s next for our gardens.

One Capitol Hill writer, Claudia Kousoulas, has written and published a very special book, “Private Gardens of the Potomac & Chesapeake.” The book includes a foreword from Adrian Higgins, who served for many years as the Washington Post Garden writer. The book was published by Schiffer Publishing, a company which focuses on publishing niche areas of interest with high-quality information and excellent images.

The book contains 120 color and black and white photographs and is 9” by 10” coffee table size. It features 15 different private gardens from urban spaces in Alexandria to gardens on the west side of the Chesapeake Bay. All the gardens are larger than the smaller spaces of Capitol Hill. Each garden profile shares fun and often unexpected information including architectural drawings and hardscapes and a plant list that includes trees, shrubs, perennials, and grasses. It also provides a list of the architect, the builder, and the installation and suppliers involved with the creation of the garden.

There are many garden photography books, but few blend the technical side with the inspirational side as well as this book does. In her efficient and accessible writing style, she focuses on key concepts and the environment of each garden. As Higgins writes in the forward, “But here is a radical thought: gardens are for people. That is the essence of this book.”

Claudia’s Eye on Urban Spaces

Claudia and her husband moved to Capitol Hill a few years ago. After living 30 years in Montgomery County, they chose the Hill for

Claudia Kousoulas loves living on Capitol Hill with her husband. She is the author of the fascinating “Private Gardens of the Potomac & Chesapeake book”. Photo: Rindy O’Brien

many of the reasons that we all love the neighborhood. They were looking for a walkable community, so they didn’t have to get in their car every time they went somewhere. Metro accessibility was also a must. “My husband and I are so happy with our move,” says Claudia.

Claudia has more than 25 years of experience in urban planning working for the Montgomery County planning department. “My experience ranges from urban planning to culinary history, but always comes back to communicating ideas, stories, and concepts, “ says Claudia. She has published several books on culinary history and architecture. She was contacted by Schiffer Publishing about extending their series of garden books to mid-Atlantic private gardens. The company has previously published similar books on California gardens and now Claudia is working on a new book about southern Florida gardens.

“Private Gardens of the Potomac & Chesapeake” took about two years to write and edit,” says Claudia. The experience of writing this book taught Claudia to look at things more closely and to think about how public spaces can benefit so much from their private counterparts. “It has made me think more about my own Hill garden,” says Claudia. “The other lesson I learned was to not be shy about asking nursery staff about plants you are thinking about trying. They really have so much knowledge and can help you choose wisely.”

Using the Pros to Get Started

If you are thinking about redesigning your front or back yard spaces, Claudia says she would start by doing a lot of research. That includes talking to your

neighbors and looking online and in books. “I would also let it go for a year,” explains Claudia. “ You need to live with the outdoor space, and see what plants thrive.” It is also important to see how the space interacts with the seasons. Many of the garden designers featured in the book are “conscious of incorporating existing planting… and they also mix in native cultivars that support wildlife and are hardy enough to withstand unpredictable weather changes, from the shock of cold winter to the ravages of a summer drought.”

There will be structural decisions and city regulations like storm water runoff issues that will need to be addressed. DC has been updating their stormwater laws and regulations and issued the DOEE Stormwater Management Guidebook in January 2020. Many of the gardens, especially those that feed into the Chesapeake Bay, have found innovative ways to address stormwater concerns. The book also describes how buildings in the gardens provide space for people and it addresses many different approaches to fences.

Gardeners and designers are always striving for low maintenance gardens. Claudia offers specific plant lists for each garden, and many of the plants are native cultivars.

The cultivars offer the benefit of being a plant known to be successful in the area. The list provides both the scientific name as well as the more common name like coneflower, Echinacea “Hot Papaya.” The list of trees found in the 15 gardens is alone worth acquiring the book.

Claudia points out that taking time to design your garden is a good idea. Staging the redesign is perfectly fine, and living with the changes can be a great help. “It doesn’t all have to be done at one time and you can spread out the cost.”

This book is available at Capitol Hill’s East City Books and Politics and Prose and Amazon. $35.00. “Private Gardens of the Potomac & Chesapeake” will help you create your best garden yet.

Rindy O’Brien dreams of future gardens and loved this book. To contact Rindy, rindyobrien@gmail.com u

“Private Gardens” includes gardens from DC, Old Town Alexandria, and the eastern shore.

Each chapter contains architectural drawings and lists of the developers, architect, builder, landscape contractors, and other supplies.

Preserving Capitol Hill BRICK BY BRICK since 1985

Preventing Clogs and Damage Keeping rain gutters clean

by Christina Wilson

Clogged Rain Gutters Cause Major Complications

terior walls, peeling wall paint, sagging ceilings, warped floors, water stains, and sodden overhead insulation, which can result in dangerous mold.

The beautiful colors of fall are on full view, but as a homeowner you know that along with enjoying nature’s palette, the season brings you extra chores, such as dealing with all the fallen leaves in your yard — and in your rain gutters. Before the cold winter months start, it’s crucial to clean out those gutters to prevent more serious problems.

The typically cold, wet winters we experience in Washington DC can mean trouble for your historic home. One of the most detrimental things of all is water, an insidious home invader that can seep in through the smallest opening and do considerable damage, often even before the leak is discovered. The solution? Being diligent about cleaning out your rain gutters can prevent the blockages that lead to water damage.

The primary purpose of your rain gutters is to facilitate the flow of rainwater from the roof to the ground, channeling it away from your foundation to prevent water damage, and protecting your home from moisture intrusion. As simple as that sounds, when leaves, twigs, and other seasonal debris clog them, the rain gutters will no longer be able to function properly. The more clogged the gutters, the bigger the problem: the rainwater builds up and weighs down the gutters, causing them to fail or even worse, to break.

If you live in an area with tree-lined streets or have lots of trees on your property, you know how quickly the autumn rain and wind can bring those leaves down all over the yard. While raking leaves to the curb for pickup is a common fall chore, homeowners must also remember to stay aware of other less obvious places where leaves and debris gather, such as rain gutters.

As fall turns to winter, and temperatures continue to plummet, another serious problem arises: the formation of ice dams on clogged gutters. This happens when the standing water in a clogged drain freezes. When water and snow accumulate on the roof above the gutter and freeze, it piles up on existing ice, causing an ice dam. Water backs up behind this dam and takes the path of least resistance –underneath roofing material and into your home. This can cause water damage on in-

Be Proactive

Instead of dealing with catastrophic outcomes by waiting too long, be sure to schedule the time to thoroughly clean out all gutters and downspouts after the last fall leaves have dropped. If your location has an excessive amount of leaves, you’ll probably need to perform this chore more than once to prevent buildup and clogs. You should also take this opportunity to inspect your guttering and make any necessary repairs on broken, leaking, or sagging gutters and downspouts. Additionally, it’s highly recommended to inspect the attic or overhead crawlspace in your home for sufficient insulation and proper ventilation. When a steady temperature is maintained just below the roof, it allows the roof to shed water naturally during winter. Uneven heating and poor insulation in the attic warms only the higher portion of the roof, but leaves lower portions cold. Air enters at the eaves as heat inside the attic rises. These cold eaves cause the water to freeze at the roof’s edge, contributing to ice dam formation.

If you notice moisture in your attic or crawlspace, you may need to investigate further to prevent more severe water intrusion. If your outside brick façade has cracks or bulges, a qualified contractor can perform an evaluation and provide an estimate for repairs. We excel at brick tuckpointing and repairing masonry damaged by water intrusion.

Christina Wilson is owner of Renaissance Development Inc. specializes in exterior masonry and historic preservation and urban garden needs. rendevdc.com u

When leaves, twigs, and other seasonal debris clog rain gutters, they will no longer be able to function properly.

Photo: Courtesy Big Stock

A Climate HistoricFriendly Home

Doable or just a pipe dream?

by Catherine Plume

While we love the historic aesthetics of our Capitol Hill homes, they tend to be drafty with minimal insulation. Heating and cooling them is an ongoing challenge. Catharine and Charles Ferguson have lived in their Capitol Hill rowhouse for 25 years. They’re concerned about climate change and want to do their part to be a part of the solution. Could they make their 1900 home both gas-free and comfortable

without breaking the bank?

As a part of their commitment to being part of the climate solution, the Fergusons installed solar panels on their rowhouse roof in 2009. With the District’s Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs), the system quickly paid for itself and began making money for them. The Fergusons wanted to switch to all-electric systems to further reduce their carbon footprint, but they were daunted by the negative press they’d read and their own experience.

They’d lived in houses with electric heat and an older generation heat pump in the late 80s and 90s. The experience had not been good. “I spent the winter of 1988 rolled up in my electric blanket and still freezing,” said Catherine.

To learn more about what individuals can do to address climate change, Catharine began volunteering with the Sierra Club DC Chapter Clean Energy Committee. She heard positive stories about heat pumps as a heating and cooling source for homes. “We thought we had a couple of years to make the transition, but then our heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) unit died in 2023. When our HVAC guy started mapping out the process for replacing out current gas system with another gas system, I mentioned our desire for a heat pump. To my relief, he didn’t bat an eye.”

But installing the heat pump involved some creativity. They ended up running electrical wires from their circuit breaker to the utility closet through a very tight crawl space. “Since someone was going to have to crawl through that space, and we were committed to going allelectric in our home, we ran the cables for the heat pump and an eventual induction stove and electric water heater simultaneously. We were worried that we might not have enough capacity on our circuit breaker,

The Fergusons are finding that electrifying their 1900s rowhouse is not only affordable, but also does a better and more efficient job of heating and cooling their space.

Photo: C. Ferguson

Small is beautiful! This small utility closet provides electric hook ups for a new heat pump and an eventual water heater and induction stove.

Photo: C. Ferguson

but it all worked out with little fuss.”

With the heat pump installed, the Fergusons are now shopping for an electric water heater and induction stove. They had a tankless gas water heater, but as Catharine notes, “Tankless electric water heaters have extreme electricity needs that most houses can’t handle.” While it’s taking time to find an electric water heater that will fit in the utility closet, they’re optimistic that they can find a suitable model. And, while a new stove was not a necessity, Catharine’s volunteer work with the Sierra Club measuring nitrogen dioxide from gas stoves convinced her to make the change now. “I was quite shocked by the levels of indoor pollution they create.”

For the Fergusons, electrifying their home has been a positive experience, and it has cost less than they anticipated. Catharine notes, “The heat pump controls humidity and has made a huge positive difference in how we experience temperature in our house. The cost of the heat pump was on par with a standard HVAC installation thanks to manufacturing and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) rebates. We estimate that the new water heater will cost $2500 before rebates, while the induction stove will cost less than $1,900 before rebates. Frankly, the worst part of the entire process was sending someone through that crawl space.”

Ben Burdick, Senior Director of Operations at the District of Columbia’s Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU) notes that in addition to Federal IRA tax credits and rebates that will be available later this year or in 2024, the Fergusons may also be eligible for additional rebates. He notes, “The DCSEU offers rebates to make qualifying efficient electric appliances, heating and cooling equipment, and electric lawn

care equipment more affordable and accessible to District residents. We encourage all residents to check our website (www.dcseu.com) when they are considering energy efficiency upgrades in their homes.”

The Fergusons are feeling good about their investment. Their upgrades are more energy efficient, so they’re saving money while reducing their carbon footprint and bringing their historic home into a new era. The rebates that are available make these changes all the easier. The Fergusons’ advice to other historic homeowners? “Don’t let the naysayers win. It’s feasible and affordable to make a historic home climate-friendly!”

Catherine Plume is a lifelong environmentalist, a writer, and an active member of the Sierra Club DC Chapter. Perspectives expressed are her own and do not necessarily represent the positions of that organization. u

Dear Garden Problem Lady,

Could you please suggest some ferns to plant?

Ferns thrive in shade and need plenty of water. Some names include Boston Fern, Cinnamon Fern, Christmas Fern, Japanese Painted Fern, Ostrich Fern, Maidenhair Fern (pictured), Royal Fern, Sensitive Fern – and hundreds more. Local plant stores will have a small selection.

When – and how – would be the best time to divide my beautiful Azalea shrub? It nished blooming in early June, and I know Azaleas set their buds for next year’s owers by the end of August. If I move some parts of the shrub and transplant them this fall to places where they have more room to grow, do you think a move now will interfere with next year’s blooming?

In our DC climate, hot summers are harder on tender evergreen perennials than our often mild winters – so now, in the fall, is a better time for transplanting Azaleas than spring. You won’t be interfering with the formation of blooms as long as you keep your plants well hydrated throughout the process. In cold climates early spring transplanting is recommended. In hot climates very late summer to late fall transplanting is preferred, to give the root system a chance to become established during the fall before an Azalea’s most stressful season – summer.

The Capitol Hill Garden Club presents

by Wendy Blair

I’ll be planting Asiatic Lily bulbs this fall. Where in the garden are they happiest?

Gorgeous Asiatic Lilies can take part sun, but at least six hours of sunlight a day is best. They like rich, organic soil, so add compost and manure. The soil must drain well. Bulbs will rot in soggy soil. Before planting Asiatic lilies you can improve drainage and loosen tight compacted soil by adding peat moss, sand, or straw into the owerbeds too.

Planting in the fall is ideal, giving a month of temperate days left in which roots can develop. Plant the bulbs three times as deep as the bulb’s height, with the at end down. Mulch the soil surface lightly to retain moisture. These bulbs need winter chill to produce big blooms.

After a lovely day of weeding, digging, planting work that transports me and makes me lose all sense of time, my poor ngernails are lthy. I don’t need long nails – just clean ones that aren’t all busted.

Yes indeed. Try keeping a box of disposable vinyl one-size- ts-all work gloves near the garden door. For nail protection use supple but strong pigskin or cowhide work gloves sold in hardware stores.

The Capitol Hill Garden Club will resume in-person meetings on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 with an evening tour of the Peabody Garden Pollinator Habitat at 425 C Street NE. For more information visit the club’s website at capitolhillgardenclub.org.

Feeling beset by gardening problems? Send them to the Problem Lady c/o the Editor, Hill Garden News. Your problems might even prove instructive to others and help them feel superior to you. Complete anonymity is assured. ◆

Wrapping Up Another Great Summer The DC Housing Market

by Don Denton

It’s been another fantastic summer. Many weeks of warm strolls through the Market and a stop for Blue Bucks at Market Lunch. Many more happy hours with friends along Market Row at one of its many hot spots. Still a few more happy summer days to go.

At the same time, the real estate market is at its annual low (happens every year in August)...just priming for the usually strong market in the fall if history holds true.

Nothing has really changed since earlier in the year. Low inventory has continued to hold prices steady. The number of buyers is definitely down in the marketplace, but there is still strong demand in our region. There will always be outliers in the market. Unrealis-

tic buyers and unrealistic sellers. But the bulk of the buyers and sellers who are currently in the market are realistic and properties are selling every day!

With some assumptions and guesses for the balance of 2023, the number of contracts written on single family homes will be down in 2023 by approximately 30% as compared to 2021. That reduction is completely driven by the rapid rise in interest rates over the past 18 months. Sellers who might want to sell and move up are often mentally handcuffed by their 3%-4% existing mortgages. These homes stay off the market.

If you are a prospective seller and plan to sell in the next two

weeks or the next two years, it is time to sit down with your favorite local realtor and map out your sales strategy. First step, make sure this realtor is someone who you are not only comfortable working with but someone who is very familiar with what the local market is looking for.

A good example is staging. For the longest time, many realtors advised their sellers not to invest the $5,000 - $10,000 to stage their home for sale. Not anymore on Capitol Hill. Today it makes all the di erence. It is a big mistake to put your property on the market empty or with your own dated comfortable furniture. That may work in many marketplaces, but not here.

What goes and what gets do-

nated? Most of your own comfortable furniture is ready for a new home. Pick out what pieces you may be moving with and let your realtor advise you as to where the rest can be donated. Get a little tax write off and put what you are taking to your new home in storage. Sometimes a bit of a balancing act, but your realtor should be able to help you painlessly navigate through this process.

Then, a little paint and carpet and strategic upgrades such as replacing your 40-year-old recessed lighting and you are all set to sell!

Don’t let these higher interest rates stop you from getting on with the next phase of your life.

Don Denton is an Associate Broker at Coldwell

Capitol Hill Office. Email him at ddenton@cbmove.com. u

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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.

COMINGSOON!

900 8th ST NE 4BR/3.5BA/GARAGE

$1,599,900

COMPLETE CORNER TRANSFORMATION!

Striking semi-detached anchors this block with fabulous wrap around yard and glorious Southern Magnolia. Reinvented top to bottom featuring gourmet kitchen, glass wall opening to private patio, soaring ceilings, exposed brick,and sunny skylights. Full footprint basement affords flexible options as a den or guest suite with kitchenette, fourth bedroom/ home office, and rare mudroom entrance from attached garage. Short stroll in any direction to thriving Union Market district, Whole Foods, H Street/Atlas Corridor.

335 6th Street SE 3BR/2.5BA

TALL AND HANDSOME 1890s VICTORIAN AT EASTERN MARKET!Savor original wood floors, pocket doors and delightful architectural details in this handsome home in the heart of Capitol Hill’s historic district near Eastern Market, Barracks Row, Library of Congress and the Capitol Grounds. Painstakingly restored and renovated by local master carpenter, delightful details at every turn, with gorgeous rear kitchen and walkout to deck. Earn rental income to offset your mortgage with separate lower level apartment in a popular location STEPS to Eastern Market!

GREATPRICE!

553 15th St SE 4BR/3.5BA/SOLAR PANELS

$1,125,000

WIDE AND WONDERFUL ON A CAPITOL HILL CORNER! Tired of typical? Look no further for coveted, convenient Capitol Hill location and a RARE WIDE, WONDERFUL corner home with great green curb appeal! Steps to Metro, Safeway, Roost and River Trails, enjoy 38 feet of frontage for side patio and gardens, and 22foot wide building front for extra large living area with wood burning hearth. Easy entertaining flow from front and side entry. FULL RENOVATION ten years’ young with all new windows, wiring, mechanicals and plumbing, and finishes. Rooftop solar PV system covers your electric bill - sustainable in every way!

1825 Massachusetts Ave SE 4BR/2.5BA

CLASSIC WARDMAN PORCHFRONT!

Spacious classic Wardman-style porchfront home by Metro and River Trails. Enjoy ~2000 SF near the new Park Kennedy and Hill East Village Square development, just one block to Metro and easy stroll to Lincoln Park, the super Safeway plus neighborhood gems like The Pretzel Bakery. Deep front gardens, rear driveway parking, and turnkey short-term rental opportunity ready to go in the lower level!

1300 Eye Street NE 2BR/2BA/ROOFDECK

Unit 1: $765,000

Unit 3: $725,000

Unit 5: $825,000

STUNNING BOUTIQUE CONDOS!

All new ground-up construction of unparalleled quality from Schmidt Development - maker of Hill mansions! Every unit is a grand corner at ‘Eye’ Street Condominium; Unit 1 delivers a private entrance, Units 3, 4 & 5 offer entry from 13th Street gardens with roof deck access. Fully custom kitchen and baths with Amish cabinets, Carrara marble kitchen and baths, plus wide oak floors. Two units gone and two parking spots left (optional add-on)!!! Easy access to H St/Atlas and

Libby

Jean Wye always worked side by side to her staff,and often could be found on a ladder hammering and painting. Photo: Courtesy of Wye Family

CAPITOL STREETS

Jean Wye

Capitol Hill’s Extraordinary Home Renovator

by Rindy O’Brien

there for eight years,” says Chris. “We gutted the entire house and lived without running water at the beginning, and there was a pack of stray dogs living in the basement.” It was this renovation effort that sparked something In Jean, and off she was helping others with fixing up their historic properties.

Jean Burlingame Wye passed away after a short and brave battle with ovarian cancer on April 11, 2023. Jean was born in 1946 in Zanesville, Ohio and spent her younger years on a 300-acre farm. Her tireless work ethic, honesty and down to earth personality took root in her early days on that farm in middle America. Long before HGTV made renovation the trendy thing to do, Jean was pursuing her woman-owned and operated home renovation business. Hill resident Sheridan Harvey says “Jean was a Capitol Hill fixture and friend. She spent 40 years renovating, fixing, improving the homes of many, many people on the Hill.”

From Ohio to Capitol Hill

Jean attended Kent University in Ohio receiving a degree in Home Economics. Chris Wye, her husband, says from the first time he noticed Jean during their college days it was her sweet and kind personality that drew him to her. Once they met, they were never apart and soon married. Jean supported Chris while he was finishing his PhD by teaching home economics. With his degree achieved, they moved to Washington, DC for government work. Jean scoped out the Urban Homesteading program run by the US Department of Housing and Urban Renewal. By selling abandoned homes at a very low price, the program encouraged citizens to occupy and rebuild them.

Jean and Chris bought 1107 Maryland Avenue as their first home on Capitol Hill. “We lived

A One Woman Show

Jean was passionate about her work and was usually out of the house by 7 a.m. and not home until 7 p.m. She worked six days a week, and on the seventh day, she would roam the Hill attending real estate open houses with her daughter to see what other homes looked like. “My mom wasn’t the typical mom; she really didn’t like to cook or clean,” says Pam, “but she was selfless in always helping my brother and I whenever we needed her help.”

Pam is a real estate agent, a principal in Donovan & Wye for over 12 years in partnership with Compass Real Estate. She credits her success to Jean’s enthusiasm for homes. Jonathon Wye says his mother included him in her projects at an early age, teaching him how to use a drill and a jigsaw. He is so appreciative of all the construction skills shared by his mom and dad. He now operates his leather goods store on Bladensburg Road, NE. selling his belts, wallets, guitar straps and other leather goods worldwide through the internet.

Both children say Jean was always excited to start a new construction project, and her work gave her great satisfaction. She loved the problem-solving issues presented by old Capitol Hill homes. Jonathan says she was always calm, no matter what she discovered along the way. She always said you never knew what you might find when you opened a wall.

Jean was constantly on the ladder, working side by side with her crews. Her skills ranged from construction manager to hands-on worker to interior design. But she chafed if identified only as an interior designer. When asked towards the end of her life whether she’d like to travel or do other things in the time she had left, Jean told her family that what she really would like was to do one more project.

Over 50 Homes Transformed Chris says 40 to 50 Capitol Hill homes

Jean was often seen driving around Capitol Hill in her old wood-paneled station wagon. She loved that it could hold a 4x8 foot sheet of drywall. Photo: Rindy O’Brien

would have used Jean’s services, along with other projects like updating John Weintraub’s office in the old Frager’s store and the computer labs in some of our local schools. Maureen Shea, one of her long-time clients, says there isn’t a corner of her home that wasn’t touched by Jean, and in the best way. Jean never advertised, never had a business card. People loved working with her, and she got her clients through word of mouth. Maureen says she was introduced to Jean through a neighbor who had used her.

Margaret Brown also found Jean through the Hill grapevine. “I was a young homeowner when I bought my home in 1971,” says Margaret, a retired Library of Congress staffer. “For over 50 years, Jean helped me. She was very careful in her work, so honest, and straightforward.” One of the last projects Jean did for Margaret was help her rearrange several rooms, thinking through how to make the best use of the space. “She not only had the skills to do the job, but she had an architectural eye, and she had a great curiosity about the history of the homes she worked in.”

Jean was very cost conscious for her clients. Chris says she always worried that she was charging too much. She didn’t provide estimates for her work, but Maureen says, “You didn’t worry because you knew she would be honest and fair with the final billing.”

Jean was one of Capitol Hill’s best, truly an unsung hero. Chris summed up her life and work the best, “She was a sweetheart and loved connecting with people, and all her work always came from her heart.” u

How Can You Prepare for A Flood?

DC Has High Risk Due to Climate Change, Flood Plain

by Elizabeth O’Gorek

On Friday, September 1, Mayor Bowser declared September as “DC Preparedness Month.” Nationwide in September, governments launch efforts to remind residents and businesses to be prepared for disasters or emergencies because in an emergency, every second counts.

DC is at particular risk of flooding because so much of its land is at a low elevation. It is also bounded by two rivers, the Potomac and the Anacostia, which flow to the Chesapeake and make DC subject to riverine, coastal and interior flooding.

More Flooding in DC’s Future

Flooding is the most common natural disaster and incidents are only expected to increase in the District. According to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the District experienced three flooding days in 2020, more than doubling to seven in 2022. For 2023, NOAA forecasts a total of between 10 and 15 flood days.

The District’s Department of Energy and the Environment (DOEE)says that climate change modeling suggests that by 2050, DC tidal waterways will rise at least one foot and maybe more than three feet. In 80 years, they could exceed nine feet. According to the District’s plan to adapt to climate change, Climate Ready DC, storm intensity is also likely to increase, potentially causing interior flooding with greater frequency. That means flooding events are more likely to happen–and they could be more devastating when they do.

“The potential for future severe weather events in the District requires all of us to be more climate resilient and take action to save lives, prevent damage to property, preserve assets and protect us from harm,” wrote DOEE in 2020.

What actions can you take to protect your community and your property against flooding?

Understand the Risk

Find out if your property is on a flood plain. You

can use the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Map Service Center (https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home) or the DOEE Flood Risk Map Tool (http://dcfloodrisk.org/) to identify potential flood impacts, past events and future predictions. Tools include FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), projections for storm surge and sea level rise. They also automatically identify the FEMA flood zone based on the latest FEMA mapping.

Prepare Your Property

Electricity and water don’t mix, so District of Columbia Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA) recommends you make sure machinery and electrical equipment like water heaters, furnaces and electrical panels are located above the flood line of your home. A professional can raise these to locations less likely to be flooded.

Do pools or minor floods appear in your yard? DOEE suggests you consider re-grading so water flows away from buildings. Remove damaged trees and limbs, secure and reinforce the roof, and remove debris from drains and gutters to prevent water damage. Consider installing a backwater valve, which prevents sewage overflow from filling your home.

Permeable surfaces around buildings, such as grass rather than concrete, can help absorb or treat stormwater runoff. Qualifying properties could be eligible for a rebate for modifications through the DOEE Permeable Surface Rebate Program (https:// doee.dc.gov/service/permeablesurfacerebate).

Get Insured

Floods are the most common and expensive natural disaster. Statistics offered by FEMA show that one inch of water inside a structure can cause $25,000 in damage.

But homeowners and rental insurance don’t usually cover flood damage, so you might want to purchase flood insurance. The cost will vary depending on whether you live in a high-risk or low-

risk area, the value of your home, and the amount of your deductible, among other factors. Most flood policies have a 30-day waiting period before coverage starts so don’t wait for an approaching storm before deciding to buy coverage.

Federal law requires property owners in high-risk flood zones to purchase flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP, https://www.fema.gov/flood-insurance) as a condition of federally insured financing. It can be purchased through an insurance agent or by contacting www.floodsmart.gov.

The District’s Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) cautions that standard policies and water backup or sump pump overflow coverage don’t protect against flood loss. When it rains a lot, sewers and drains can overflow into buildings or cause back up in basement areas. This is not a flood and so is not covered by flood insurance. Additional coverage is required.

You should also collect and secure personal financial, insurance, and other records. Photograph valuable property. If an item cannot be replaced, ensure that it is kept at a level well above the flood line or in a secondary location.

Prepare Yourself

Get in the know before a disaster. Sign up for alerts from AlertDC (alertdc.dc.gov). Find other ways to stay informed by visiting https://hsema.dc.gov/ page/stay-informed.

Make a family communication plan – if members are scattered at work and school, they should have a plan for getting back together. You could select an out-of-state resident who can serve as a family contact. Family members should memorize that person’s phone, email and home address. Know local evacuation routes; a map is available at hsema.dc.gov.

Create a storm “go-bag” filled with essential disaster supplies, such as medication, key documents, flashlight, candles, food and pet supplies. You can also have emergency supplies in your car

or at work. Keep your car’s gas tank full, if possible; gas stations require electric power.

In the case of a ood, you should stay informed through local radio, television or DC HSEMA on social media. Place sandbags in front of exterior doors to prevent water from entering your home. Store drinking water in containers in case water service is interrupted.

During a Flood

You should avoid all ood waters. Never walk, drive or bike through the water. Even just six inches can knock you down or cause your car to oat away. If water rises around your car, get out right away. Don’t touch any item powered by electricity and report downed wires to Pepco at 1-877-737-2662. Stay away from standing water since it may be electrically charged. Wait until o cials indicate it is safe to return home or to ooded locations.

Take Part in Prevention and Protection Programs

DOEE has established several programs to help prevent ooding. The FloodSmart Homes Program (https:// doee.dc.gov/service/floodsmarthomes) funds upgrades to individual buildings to reduce the risk of ood damage and increase resident safety. The RiverSmart program (https:// doee.dc.gov/service/get-riversmart) funds projects that reduce stormwater runo on properties. DC Silver Jackets Team (http://silverjackets.nfrmp. us/State-Teams/Washington-DC) is an interagency group with members from District, regional and federal agencies that identi es solutions to ood risk in the area.

For more information, visit ready. dc.gov and dcfloodrisk.org. Learn more about DC HSEMA and programs by visiting hsema.dc.gov. ◆

Let’s Make Our Community Safer Together

by Jody Kent Lavy

As someone who works with people convicted of serious crimes and survivors of crime, I am often asked about the uptick in crime locally —how I feel about it, and what we can do about it. Honestly, as a mom and someone once mugged at gunpoint, I’m deeply concerned about violence in our city. I’m equally worried by continued calls for punitive approaches that ignore evidence that these responses actually make things worse. They miss this fundamental truth: our collective safety relies on our collective well-being, which is our collective responsibility.

Like COVID, violence is a public health crisis. It needs to be addressed as such, and our approach can’t be limited to our own blocks or neighborhoods. To reduce crime, we have to address the safety and well-being of our entire community, especially the most vulnerable among us.

Concrete Ways We Can Improve Safety

As a start, it helps me to understand the factors that lead to crime and how I contribute to them. Economic insecurity and social isolation are key factors that lead to crime and they’ve worsened since the onset of COVID. In addition, educational achievement gaps and wealth gaps have grown significantly in that time. Meanwhile, gentrification and rising housing costs, largely driven

by white upper-middle class people moving into cities over the last 20 years, have pushed vulnerable populations further from the resources and opportunities they most need. This is especially true in Washington, D.C. Given these negative trends, it’s no surprise crime is on the rise in some cities.

I have contributed to gentrification in DC, so it’s especially important to me to not only “give back” but also advocate for, and contribute to, greater equity in our city. Advocating for better schools and jobs, healthy food, improved healthcare, summer programs for youth, and affordable housing, as well as policies that address the systemic issues destabilizing our most vulnerable communities advances equity and makes us all safer. Contributing to a mutual aid network like Serve Your City can help ensure that those in need are able to access resources from others in their community. Before turning to our Moms/Dads on the Hill list serv to sell used items, I first check to see if anyone in the Ward 6 Mutual Aid Network Facebook group could use them. It’s also a place to help pay for meals, diapers, and other needs that contribute to our community’s well-being. We can do this community work and hold our elected leaders to account to provide critical resources at a systemic level. Prominent think tanks such as the Brookings Institute have found that investing in systems of community care reduces crime and violence.

Trauma-Informed, Evidencebased Public Safety Strategies

Through my work, I’ve seen the value of violence reduction strategies led by those most impacted, which o er responses to crime that provide both healing to victims and restoration to our communities rather than exacerbating harm. Punishment has been the hallmark of our criminal legal system for decades—we are the most incarcerated nation on earth, and yet, we still have a crime problem. Ignoring the traumatic and harsh conditions in which lowincome people often live before sending them to prison in record numbers simply hasn’t worked and often results in more crime. The National Institute of Criminal Justice issued a gun violence reduction plan for DC last year, emphasizing the need for trauma-informed, evidence-based responses to crime. All of us should familiarize ourselves with this plan and question policy proposals in the name of public safety that fail to align with it, such as those issued by the mayor recently.

I have also learned that most victims don’t nd healing in our system of punishment, and

would rather see people who commit harm rehabilitated. Restorative justice is an increasingly utilized response to crime, holding the responsible party accountable through an action plan determined by the community and the victim together. In DC, the Attorney General’s restorative justice program reportedly has a 95% satisfaction rate from victim participants. We can and should urge our elected o cials to increase investments in restorative justice programs as key public safety tools. These are some ways we can all make our community safer. There are many more, and I’d recommend learning about and supporting groups led by BIPOC community members who are disproportionately impacted by violence, to nd solutions. We should invite others with privilege to join us in this e ort and hold each other accountable along the way –including our elected leaders. Healthy cities are safe cities. Let’s make ours thrive.

Resources

1 Bennett, Laura, and Felicity Rose. “Deterrence and Incapacitation: A Quick Review of the Research.” The Center For Just Journalism, 2023, https://justjournalism.org/page/deterrence-andincapacitation-a-quick-review-of-the-research. Accessed 25 July 2023.

2 Getachew, Dawit. “FWD.us on D.C. Council’s Passage of Bill Expanding Pretrial Incarceration Under Emergency Pretext.” Fwd.us, 12 July 2023, https://www.fwd.us/news/fwd-us-ond-c-councils-passage-of-bill-expanding-pretrial-incarceration-under-emergency-pretext/. Accessed 25 July 2023.

3 Satcher, David. “Violence as a Public Health Issue.” Bulletin of the New York Academy of Medicine, vol. 72, no. 1, 1995, pp. 46-56, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2359417/ pdf/bullnyacadmed01034-0051.pdf.

4 Miller, Alice, and James Gilligan. “The Root of Violence by James Gilligan and Alice Miller.” The Trauma Recovery Institute, 17 August 2022, https://www.psychosocialsomatic.com/theroots-of-violence/. Accessed 28 July 2023.

5 Kuhfeld, Megan, et al. “The pandemic has had devastating impacts on learning. What will it take to help students catch up?” Brookings Institution, 3 March 2022, https://www.brookings.edu/articles/the-pandemic-has-had-devastating-impacts-on-learning-what-will-it-take-tohelp-students-catch-up/#:~:text=Even%20more%20concerning%2C%20test%2Dscore,the%20 2020%2D21%20school%20year. Accessed 25 July 2023.

6 Stiglitz, Joseph E. “COVID Has Made Global Inequality Much Worse.” Scienti c American, 1 March 2022, https://www.scienti camerican.com/article/covid-has-made-global-inequalitymuch-worse/. Accessed 25 July 2023.

Jody Kent Lavy is a Capitol Hill resident, member of the ANC6B public safety committee, and co-executive director of Campaign for the Fair Sentencing of Youth. ◆

Our River

The Anacostia River Damage Assessment And Restoration Plan

by Bill Matuszeski

Agroup of scientists and engineers from the District and Federal government agencies is at work on a Damage Assessment Plan that is part of the Natural Resource Damage Assessment and Restoration (NRDAR) process, a key part of the restoration of the Anacostia River. The purpose of the NRDAR is to add to the basic clean-up of pollution sites by restoring, rehabilitating, replacing, and acquiring resources and services in the River to replace those lost or damaged over time. And all of us can help.

The NRDAR Trustees, who comprise the group carrying out this set of studies, come from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in the U.S. Department of Commerce, the National Park Service and the Fish and Wildlife Service in the U.S. Department of Interior, and the DC Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE).

The draft Damage Assessment Plan is out for public review right now and comments are due by September 16. To provide comments online, visit: https://parkplanning.nps.gov/AnacostiaDAP. If you prefer email, send to:

WASO_Anacostia_River_NRDAR_ Case@nps.gov”WASO_Anacostia_River_NRDAR_Case@nps.gov

Key elements for your review and comment are the twelve specific activities outlined in a table on pages 4-8 to 4-12 of the Plan. These are:

1. Review and analyze existing information on the effects of hazardous substances on sediment-dwelling biota (native plant and animal life), what concentration causes injury, what should be the baseline to protect the biota?

2. Assess potential remedial impacts in the River, both geographic effects and time frame of various remedial activities.

3. Desktop analysis of surface water impacts on sediments and their biota, including loss of services to deepwater areas.

4. Biological data review to

determine baseline conditions and effects of hazardous substances.

5. Evaluate existing toxicology analysis of effects of hazardous substances on fish and their consumers.

6. Evaluate existing toxicology literature on fish and other aquatic biota tissue on birds. Develop thresholds for levels considered injurious to birds. Consider service losses from affected birds.

Damage assessment will include the impact on important biota such as this Great Blue Heron and the fish it is consuming. Photo: Krista Schler

Damage assessment will include the impact of trash in the Anacostia on Navy Yard recreation. Photo: Krista Schlyer

Assessment of damages will include the impact of emissions from PEPCO and other businesses on wildlife on the Anacostia.

Photo: Krista Schlyer

7. Evaluate existing toxicology literature regarding dietary hazardous substances in sh and other biotic sources to representative mammal species. Compare to estimated concentrations in mammals and resulting service losses.

8. Assess groundwater injury, including extent of injured tributaries and water streams within the river; de ne a timeframe to cease injury and recharge water streams.

cent neighborhoods, and mechanisms that may have contributed to environmental injustice in such neighborhoods. Consider restoration actions that address existing River conditions to benefit these communities.

You may be able to help the scientists at work on the Anacostia River’s improvements to bene t the natural systems and human use of its resources. Feel free to supply

GUIDED WALKING TOUR

SEPTEMBER 16 & 17

TThemes include “Southeast Alleys,” “Our Industrial Past,” “Building Capitol Hill,” and “The Civil War and Before.” Eventbrite link and additional info at chrs.org/walking-tours-fall-2023

CLEAN SOLAR POWER TO ELECTRIFY YOUR HOME

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 6:30 PM

Sukrit Mishra of Solar United Neighbors of DC will provide an overview of the technical and financial aspects of solar panels. What rebates and incentives are available? How do you find a vendor?

What questions should you ask?

Free. Info and reservations at chrs.org/solar-power-pc0923/

Representing the Capitol Hill/Hill East, Eastland Gardens, Kenilworth, Kingman Park, Mayfair, Parkside, River Terrace and Rosedale neighborhoods

9. Estimate the value of lost and/or diminished recreational and subsistence shing activities.

10. Compile and evaluate information on additional non- shing recreational activities in the vicinity of the Anacostia.

11. Collect primary data for a study to determine scope and magnitude of losses to recreational and subsistence shing due to the presence of hazardous substances or speci c resource injuries. A similar study will be done in non- shing areas.

12. Assess environmental justice issues in surrounding neighborhoods. Describe the role of the River in the history of adja-

them with your information, experience, observations and thoughts. There are many ways that this study can bene t from participation and comments of citizens. If you are unable to make the system work to get your thoughts into the right hands, call Gretchen Mikeska, DOEE’s Anacostia Coordinator, at 202-603-0964.

Bill Matuszeski is a member of the Mayor’s Leadership Council for a Cleaner Anacostia River and the retired Director of the Chesapeake Bay Program. He also serves on the Board of the Friends of the National Arboretum and on Citizen Advisory Committees for the Anacostia and the Chesapeake. ◆

YOUR COMMISSIONERS ELECTED TO SERVE YOU

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 or 202-630-1632

Ashley Schapitl Hill East – 7D09 7d09@anc.dc.gov

Secretary

Siraaj Hasan Eastland Gardens/ 7d01@anc.dc.gov

Commissioner Kenilworth – 7D01

Mike Davis River Terrace – 7D04 7d04@anc.dc.gov

Commissioner

Ebony Payne Kingman Park – 7D05 7d05@anc.dc.gov

Commissioner or 202-427-2068

Marc Friend Rosedale – 7D06 7d06@anc.dc.gov

Commissioner or 202-455-6238

Brianne Eby Hill East – 7D10 7d10@anc.dc.gov

Commissioner

Environment, Public Safety, and Transportation/Public Space. Contact any Commissioner or 7d@anc.dc.gov

Research will address recreation needs such as those at Diamond Teague dock at Yards Park.

Photo: Krista Schyler

Bulletin Board

Folger Library Extends Renovation Timeline

The Folger Shakespeare Library has announced that it will extend the timeline for the renovation of its historic home on Capitol Hill and move the public opening from November 2023 to a date in 2024. The exact timing and details of the reopening celebrations will be shared before the end of the year. Integrating the Folger’s nearly 100-yearold building with new construction and new systems is complex, and this work requires careful configuration, testing, and recalibration. At present, work impacting the theater is being priori-

tized with the goal to return performances and programs to the Folger for the 2023-2024 season. Updated information about the season will be shared on Folger.edu when tickets go on sale at the end of September. folger.edu.

AARP Annual Community Health Fair

The Southwest Waterfront AARP Chapter’s 10th annual Community Health Fair is on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the River Park Mutual Homes’ South Common Room, 1311 Delaware Ave. SW. The Health Fair provides: AARP

resources and services, DACL resources and services, George Washington University hearing screenings, vision screenings, medical professionals, legal counsel for the elderly resources and services, Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking resources and services, Medicare resources and services, the Thelma D. Jones Breast Cancer Fund resources and services, and the DC Office on Community Relations and Services. The fair is open to all. Off-street parking available. The Waterfront Metro (Green Line) is two blocks away. Bus 74 stops in front of the River Park Delaware Avenue Gate. Box lunch provided. For more information contact Betty Jean Tolbert Jones, bettyjeantolbertjones@yahoo.com or 202-554-0901.

Capitol Hill Art Walk

The Capitol Hill Restoration Society and the Capitol Hill Art League are sponsoring an Art

Southwest Nights at Arena Stage in 2023-2024

Arena Stage patrons who reside or work in Southwest DC can buy discounted tickets for specially designated Southwest Night performances of each production. Tickets are $36 for musicals and $26 for non-musicals, plus fees. Proof of Southwest DC residency or employment for each member of the party must be presented at the time of ticket pick-up. Upcoming Southwest Nights are: POTUS, Sunday, Oct. 29, 7:30 p.m. and Friday, Nov. 10, 8 p.m.; Swept Away, Tuesday, Nov. 28, 7:30 p.m.; Tempestuous Elements, Tuesday, March 5, 7:30 p.m. and Friday, March 15, 8 p.m.; Unknown Soldier, Wednesday, April 24, 7:30 p.m. and Friday, May 2, 8 p.m.; The Migration, Tuesday, June 11, 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, July 11, 8 p.m. Arena Stage is at 1101 Sixth St. SW. arenastage.org.

DCHFA, Your Homeownership Resource in the District.

DCHFA, Your Homeownership Resource in the District.

DCHFA, Your Homeownership Resource in the District.

DC Open Doors

DC Open Doors

DC Open Doors

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homebuyer or a D C. resident , be purchasing a home in the District of Columbia

DC Open Doors

DC Open Doors is your key to homeownership int city. is programo ers competitive interest rates and lower mortgage insurance costs on rst trust homebuyer or a D C. resident , be purchasing a home in the District of Columbia

DC Open Doors is your key to homeownership inthe city. is programo ers competitive interest rates and lower mortgage insurance costs on rst trust homebuyer or a D C. resident , be purchasing a home in the District of Columbia

HPAP provides interest free deferred loans for down serves as a co-administrator of this DC Department of Housing and Community Development’s (DHCD) rst-time home buyer program.

DC Open Doors is your key to homeownership in the city. This program offers competitive interest rates and lower mortgage insurance costs on first trust mortgages.You are not required to be a first-time homebuyer or a D.C. resident to qualify for DCOD. You must, however, be purchasing a home in the District of Columbia.

HPAP provides interest free deferred loans for down serves as a co-administrator of this DC Department of Housing and Community Development’s (DHCD) rst-time home buyer program.

HPAP provides interest free deferred loans for down serves as a co-administrator of this DC Department of Housing and Community Development’s (DHCD) rst-time home buyer program.

DC4ME

years or older who have fallen behind on insurance and tax payments as a result of their reverse mortgage. Quali ed District homeowners can receive up to

years or older who have fallen behind on insurance and tax payments as a result of their reverse mortgage. Quali ed District homeowners can receive up to

DC4ME provides mortgage assistance with optional down payment assistance to D.C. government employees.

DC4ME provides mortgage assistance with optional down payment assistance to D.C. government employees. DC4ME is o ered to current full-time District government employees, including employees of District government-based instrumentalities, independent agencies, D.C. Public Charter Schools, and organizations, provided the applicant/borrower's employer falls under the oversight of the Council of the District of Columbia.

years or older who have fallen behind on insurance and tax payments as a result of their reverse mortgage. Quali ed District homeowners can receive up to

DC4ME provides mortgage assistance with optional down payment assistance to D.C. government employees. DC4ME is o ered to current full-time District government employees, including employees of District government-based instrumentalities, independent agencies, D.C. Public Charter Schools, and organizations, provided the applicant/borrower's employer falls under the oversight of the Council of the District of Columbia.

COVID-19

DC4ME is offered to current fulltime District government employees, including employees of District government-based instrumentalities, independent agencies, D.C. Public Charter Schools, and organizations, provided the applicant/borrower’s employer falls under the oversight of the Council of the District of Columbia.

DC4ME provides mortgage assistance with optional down payment assistance to D.C. government employees. DC4ME is o ered to current full-time District government employees, including employees of District government-based instrumentalities, independent agencies, D.C. Public Charter Schools, and organizations, provided the applicant/borrower's employer falls under the oversight of the Council of the District of Columbia.

DC MAP COVID-19 provides nancial assistance to those a ected by the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Quali ed borrowers can receive a loan of up to $5,000 per month to put toward their mortgage for up to six months.

COVID-19

COVID-19

DC MAP COVID-19 provides nancial assistance to those a ected by the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Quali ed borrowers can receive a loan of up to $5,000 per month to put toward their mortgage for up to six months.

DC MAP COVID-19 provides nancial assistance to those a ected by the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Quali ed borrowers can receive a loan of up to $5,000 per month to put toward their mortgage for up to six months.

Walk on Saturday, Sept. 9 and Sunday, Sept. 10 (rain or shine). Local artists and artisans will display their work in their own micro-galleries, in Capitol Hill home-studios, on porches or in yards from noon to 5 p.m. Most will have work for sale. For an evolving list of artists and locations, visit chrs.org/art-walk-2023. Find samples of the work on display and for sale at chrs. org/art-walk-2023-samples. Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital, 921 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, serves as an art space and community center. Visitors to the Art Walk are invited to use their restrooms. chrs.org.

CHRS Guided Walking Tours

The Capitol Hill Restoration Society is offering outdoor, guided walking tours Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 16 and 17. Themes include Alleys of Capitol Hill, Our Industrial Past, Building Capitol Hill, and The Civil War and Before. Details and link to ticket sales at chrs.org/walking-tours-fall-2023/.

2023 Annual CHRS Dick Wolf Lecture

On Friday, Sept. 29, 7 p.m., the Capitol Hill Restoration Society will present the 2023 Dick Wolf Lecture, “The Collapse and the Opportunity: Cities after COVID” at the Hill Center, 921 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. The speaker is Professor John Rennie Short, School of Public Policy, University of Maryland Baltimore County. The lecture is free. Visit chrs. org/2023-dick-wolf-lecture.

Northeast Library’s Garden Concerts

On Sunday, Sept. 10, 2 to 3:30 p.m., one of the DC area’s top honky-tonk groups, Karen Collins & the Backroads Band play real country music. Their covers range from Hank Williams to Patsy Cline with some rockabilly. On Sunday, Oct. 15, 2 to 3:30 p.m., join them for the last of the season’s Garden Concert Series featuring Caleb Stine. Baltimore, Maryland’s

The Emancipation Memorial: Discussions of Race and Place at Lincoln Park and Hill Center

On Saturday, Sept 9, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., “Part One--the Monument: History, Controversy, Strategy,” Dr. Kay Wright Lewis, Interim Chair of the Department of History at Howard University, will facilitate an in-person discussion at the site of the Emancipation Memorial to probe its historical significance, philosophical debates, and contemporary politics. Participants will gather in Lincoln Park on Capitol Hill to discuss the in-

“All Hands On Deck” Climate Action & Disaster Preparedness Fair

On Saturday, Sept. 23 at 9 a,m. - 1 p.m., alongside the SW Farmers Market, at Fourth and M streets, SW, there will be a mix of up to 30 DC-focused environmental groups and disaster preparedness groups, including a few DC government agencies DOEE, HSEMA, FEMS, DPR. For more information, contact Ben Curran at benimon@hotmail.com or 202-294-7043.

terlocking roles of race, place, memory, and power in memorializing our collective past. Monumental Travesties playwright Psalmayene 24 and the production’s director, Reginald Douglas, will also participate. $10.

On Tuesday, Sept. 12, 7 to 8 p.m., Part Two—”Race, Memory, and Forgetting,” Dr. Edna Greene Medford, former Chair of the Department of History at Howard University, will join Reginald Douglas and Psalmayene 24 for an in-depth conversation moderated by Jonquilyn Hill, host of The Weeds, Vox’s podcast for politics and policy. The conversation, at Hill Center, will explore the history of The Emancipation Memorial as a vital site for both commemoration and critique, and pose the question: What is the proper monument to liberation? $10. hillcenterdc.org.

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DC’s Largest Tree Named

Casey Tree’s search for DC’s largest tree is o cially over. After collecting submissions from citizen scientists all across the city, they have veri ed the largest tree in DC is a chestnut oak that lives in Battery Kemble Park (3035 Chain Bridge Rd. NW). The national registry listed the circumference as 276” in 2012. Measuring the tree again in 2023 shows that it now has a circumference of 290” making it not only the largest chestnut oak in the country but also the largest tree in DC. The multi-stem monster of a tree is located right o the road, with branches so tall they tower over utility lines. Read more at caseytrees.org/2023/08/and-the-largest-tree-is/.

Stine is a singer-songwriter who plays solo and with the Americana-rockers The Brakemen. He has been compared to Townes Van Zant and the Harvest-era Neil Young. Light refreshments will be served. Concerts take place in the library’s outdoor garden/patio area. In the event of rain, concerts will be held in the lower-level Meeting Room. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. Northeast Library is at 330 Seventh St. NE. dclibrary.org.

Yoga at SW Library

Bring your own mat for weekly yoga classes at Southwest Library, 900 Wesley Pl. SW, on Saturdays, from 11 to 11:30 a.m. for Chair Yoga and 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. for Mat Yoga. dclibrary.org.

“Outside Forces” at Art Enables

Art Enables’ annual exhibition of self-taught artists’ work, “Outside Forces,” opens on Sept. 5 and runs through Oct. 21. Over the last 16 years, the exhibition’s success has seen it grow and feature artists from across the nation alongside their resident artists. The show continues to be an excellent introduction for a community curious about the work of selftaught artists looking to start their own collection with a selection of a ordable work in a wide array of styles. While an exact de nition of outsider art can be di cult to pin down, one often feels they know it when they see it: inventive work of extreme individuality motivated by the artist’s own personal concepts and desires, rather than the expectations of the mainstream art world. The opening reception is on Saturday, Sept. 9, 5 to 7 p.m.

The White House Historical Association’s Presidential Sites Summit

The White House Historical Association will host the Presidential Sites Summit at the May ower Hotel, 1127 Connecticut Ave. NW, from Sept. 25 to 28. The Summit, this year themed “Change and Continuity,” will draw leaders from presidential libraries, historic homes, and museums across the country to discuss changes in historic interpretation, educating the public, civic engagement, and technology. For the schedule of activities, visit whitehousehistory.org/presidential-sitessummit/2023-presidential-sitessummit-schedule. The Presidential Sites Summit is open to the public, but registration is required at whitehousehistory.org/events/2023-presidential-sites-summit.

All are invited. Art Enables is at 2204 Rhode Island Ave. NE. artenables.org.

A Night at the Museum: Celebrating 56 Years of Community Stories

On Friday, Sept. 15, 7 to 10 p.m., join the Anacostia Community Museum, 1901 Fort Pl. SE, to celebrate 56 years of the Museum by con-

Sing in the Season with Second Wind

Second Wind, a small Capitol Hill chorus, will begin its fall rehearsals this month under the direction of a new conductor, Alix Evans. The chorus welcomes new members of all vocal ranges—men and women, sopranos to basses. Known for the eclectic mix of songs it performs, the choir will be preparing a varied selection of holiday music for performance in December. Second Wind rehearses at Capitol Hill Arts Workshop every Tuesday from 12:30 to 2 p.m., and will perform at CHAW on Saturday, Dec. 9. There are no auditions to join the chorus, and the ability to read music is not necessary. Membership fees are about $200 for the season, but no one who is unable to pay that and can demonstrate the need for assistance will be denied the chance to sing with the group. Scientific research suggests that choral singing is good for mental and physical well-being. For more information, visit secondwindchorusdc.com, or call Shirley Rosenfeld at 202-630-2176.

nections and transform places. waba.org/blog/2019/06/ the-50-states-ride-2.

Capitol Hill Village Get Your Move On!

Join the Kickoff Celebration with drumming by Batala, dance music, vendors, and demonstrations of healthy activities at Eastern Market Metro Plaza. Saturday, September 9, from 10 am - to noon. Get Your Move On! celebrates how we keep our bodies active. Whether an exhilarating bike ride, a soothing qigong session, or a stroll down the block, activity is essential to a healthy, happy life at any age. Come down to Eastern Market Metro Plaza and sign up for the Lifelong Wellness Journey Challenge, where you’ll track your steps, learn about healthy lifestyles, and become eligible for prizes. T-Shirts for the first 100 adult enrollees!

Interfaith Council of Metropolitan Washington’s Annual Unity Walk

Since 2004, the Interfaith Council of Metropolitan Wash-

Waterfront Village Home Tour

tinuing the tradition of preserving local stories and efforts which make up the fabric of our communities. In celebration of ACM’s 2023 theme, “Our Environment, Our Future”, guests are encouraged to wear sustainable fashion that represents the elements of the environment: Earth, Water, Fire, and Wind. Experience ACM’s current show: To Live And Breathe: Women and Environmental Justice In Washington, DC, and enjoy live music by Too Much Talent. Plus mocktails by Sugar Rim, and small bites. Registration is highly recommended. This event is 21+ and will be indoor and outdoor. anacostia.si.edu.

WABA: The 50 States Joy Ride

The 50 States Ride is an annual recreational social ride that invites over 700 riders to join WABA on one of their three routes: the breezy, 10-mile Joy Ride; the 25-30 mile Low Stress Network Ride, emphasizing some of DC’s newest bike infrastructure, and the headline 62 mile 50 States Ride— a challenging route that takes riders on every state-named avenue in the District. The 2023 ride takes place on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 7 a.m. This ride is a fundraiser. Registration fees support WABA’s work in the DC region and their mission of empowering people to ride bikes, build con -

Waterfront Village’s sixth annual Homes of the Southwest Waterfront tour is on Sunday, Oct. 8 from 1 to 5 p.m. Check out some outstanding homes, including an 18th century rowhouse, a houseboat, brutalistera 1960’s townhomes and brand-new glass-walled condominiums. Advance tickets are $20, while same-day tickets are $25. To purchase, go to www.WaterfrontVillageHomeTour.org. Same-day tickets may be purchased at St. Augustine’s Church, 555 Water St. SW, just beyond the south end of The Wharf. Proceeds from the self-guided walking tour benefit Waterfront Village, which supports older residents of Southwest DC and the Navy Yard. For more info, call the Waterfront Village office at 202-656-1834.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Family Day 2023!

Sunday, October 1, 2:00pm-6:00pm

STUDIO ARTS

Basic Drawing Techniques Course

Begins Tues., September 5, 6:30pm-8:00pm

Adult Art Workshop: Getting Started with Gouache

Sat., September 9, 1:00pm-4:00pm

Contemporary Watercolors Course

Begins Mon., September 11, 6:30pm-8:00pm

Islamic Geometric Patterns Workshop

Sat., September 16, 2:00pm-4:30pm

‘Come Sail Away!’ – Children’s Collage Workshop (Ages 5-8)

Sun., September 17, 1:30pm-3:00pm

Local Makers: Japanese ‘Ikebana’

Flower Arranging

Sat., September 23, 11:00am-12:30pm

Contemporary Watercolors Workshop

Sat., September 23, 12:00pm-2:00pm

‘Crazy for Collage’ – Children’s Collagraph Workshop (Ages 5-8

Sat., September 23, 1:30pm-3:00pm

Introduction to Linocut Printmaking

Workshop

Sat., September 23, 2:30pm-5:00pm

Sip ‘n Paint – Fall in DC!

Sat., September 23, 5:30pm-7:30pm

LECTURES & CONVERSATIONS

Writing for Their Lives: America’s Pioneering Female Science Journalists

Wed., September 6, 7:00pm-9:00pm

The Emancipation Memorial, Part 1

Sat., September 9, 10:30am-11:30am

The Emancipation Memorial, Part 2

Tues., September 12, 7:00pm-8:00pm

The Life of a Poet w/ Writer Elizabeth

Alexander & Poet Kyle Dargan

Thurs., September 14, 7:00pm-8:00pm

Biographer Diana Parsell in Conversation w/ Author Stephanie Deutsch

Tues., September 26, 7:00pm-8:00pm

CONCERTS

Family ‘Hoppy’ Hour with King Bullfrog!

Fri., September 8, 5:00pm-7:00pm

American Roots: Twisted Pine

Sun., September 10, 4:30pm-6:30pm

House Concerts at Hill Center: Rex Pax

Sun., September 24, 4:30pm-6:30pm

HUMANITIES & PERFORMING ARTS

Spanish on the Hill w/ Macu Yrureta (Ages 4-5)

Begins Sat., September 9, 10:00am-11:00am

Level-Up Your Writing:

A Course in Creative Nonfiction

Begins Sat., September 9, 1:00pm-4:00pm

Spanish Language Course: Beginner

Begins Mon., September 11, 6:00pm-8:00pm

French Language Course: Beginner I/II & Intermediate I

Begins Tues., September 12, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Spanish Language Course:

Advanced Beginner

Begins Wed., September 13, 6:00pm-8:00pm

French Language Course: Intermediate II/III+

Begins Thurs., September 14, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Cambodian Celestial Dance in Performance

Sun., September 17, 4:30pm-6:00pm

COOKING CLASSES & TASTINGS

Master Chef: Sweet & Savory Vegetable

Pastries w/ Pichet Ong

Sun., September 10, 11:00am-2:00pm

Kitchen 101: Knife Skills

Mon., September 11, 6:00pm-7:30pm

A Trip to Japan – Onigiri (Rice Balls)

Thurs., September 14, 6:00pm-8:30pm

On the Noodle Road w/ Jen Lin-Liu:

Chinese & Italian Pasta

Sat., September 16, 11:00am-2:00pm

Barbecue Boot Camp w/ Chef Jerome

Grant

Sun., September 24, 11:00am-2:00pm

Kitchen 101: Knife Skills

Tues., September 26, 6:00pm-7:30pm

Easy Vegetarian Indian Cooking: Indian Spices 101

Wed., September 27, 6:00pm-8:00pm

ONGOING PROGRAMS

Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP)

Busy Bees: Music & Art Playgroup

French Courses: Various Levels

District Flow Yoga

Frontlines: Infant and Child CPR

Gottaswing

Mr. Mike’s Music Together

Opera Starts with Oh! - Opera Lafayette

Piano Lessons with Gordon Tenney

Profs & Pints DC

Shakespeare Theatre Company

Spanish Courses: Various Levels

Studio One Dance

Super Soccer Stars

Tai Chi Chuan

Tippi Toes Dance

Train Your Brain Project: Saturday

Academy Co-Laboratory

Warrior Fusion Karate

Washington Improv Theater

Programmatic support provided by the Capitol Hill Community Foundation and the DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities.

ington’s annual Unity Walk has brought together nearly 1,000 participants from across the DMV each year in a public demonstration of love and support for all who live here. This year, join them on Sunday, Sept. 10, 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. The Walk begins at Washington Hebrew Congregation, 3935 Macomb St. NW, and ends at the Islamic Center of Washington, DC, 2551 Massachusetts Ave. NW. Tickets are $10 or $5 for students, seniors, and those of limited income. All participants must register. For groups of 10 or more, email Symi RomRymer at symirr@ifcmw.org for registration details. ifcmw.org.

Car Free Day in DC

Car Free Day is a free event celebrated internationally every Sept. 22, in which commuters are encouraged to get around without driving alone in cars, and instead, carpool, vanpool, use public transit, telework, bicycle, walk, or scooter. To participate in this fun and environmentally friendly event, fill out the free pledge form below and go car free or car-lite (carpool, vanpool) on Friday, Sept. 22. Those who take the free pledge will receive special promotions and be entered into a free raffle for a chance to win great prizes. carfreemetrodc.org.

Keegan Theatre: 2023–2024 Season

The Keegan Theatre, 1742 Church St. NW, has announced its 27th season which includes a Sondheim musical, two comedies receiving their DC premieres, and two audience favorites. Here’s the lineup: An Irish Carol, Dec. 2 to 31; Mer-

CHRS Preservation

Café: Clean Solar Power

Sukrit Mishra, DC Program Director, Solar Neighbors United will present “Clean Solar Power to Electrify Your Home” at a free, virtual Preservation Café, Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 6:30 p.m. He will provide an overview of the technical and financial aspects of solar panels. What rebates and incentives are available? How do you find a vendor? What questions should you ask? Hosted by the Capitol Hill Restoration Society. Info and reservations are at chrs.org/solarpower-pc0923.

rily We Roll Along, Feb. 3 to March 3; Webster’s Bitch, April 6 to May 5; The Elephant in the Room, June 1 to 23; Noises Off, July 27 to Sept.

1. Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased online or through the Box Office. Patrons can save 25% by purchasing tickets to four or more productions at the same time, and young patrons can take advantage of a new Young Professionals Package which includes tickets to all five of the Happy Hour performances throughout the season for $200. Keegantheatre.com. u

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Serving the Near Northeast, North Lincoln Park, and H Street communities

ANC 6A generally meets the second Thursday of the month, virtually on Zoom.

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ALL ARE WELCOME

The Next meeting is 2nd Thursday, September 14, 7:00 p.m.

Transportation & Public Space Committee meeting

3rd Monday, September 18, 7:00 p.m.

Virtual Meeting via Zoom

Economic Development and Zoning Committee meeting

3rd Wednesday, September 20, 7:00 p.m.

Virtual Meeting via Zoom

Community Outreach Committee meeting

4th Monday, September 25, 7:00 p.m.

Virtual Meeting via Zoom

Alcohol Beverage Licensing Committee meeting

4th Tuesday, September 26, 7:00 p.m.

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Planning, Zoning,

In September, we celebrate Labor Day and the contributions that workers across the country make to building our nation. This month’s Fourth Wall column looks at theater that examines the concept of labor; whether it’s one man’s mission to transform print media, the mental work involved in a daughter’s perpetual fictional narrative about her mother, or an Italian war bride’s labor of sacrifice in the face of overpowering passion.

New to the Stage Ink, Round House Theatre

Aug 30 – Sept. 24, roundhousetheatre.org

What do Johannes Gutenberg, Donald Trump and Rupert Murdoch have in common? They all understood the immense power of the printed word to transform society. While social media, AI and ChatGPT have forever changed the way we produce and consume the news, there was once a time when newspapers called the tune of the day. Ink tells the remarkable story of Australianborn Rupert Murdoch and his insatiable drive to “give the people what they want,” says Jason Loewith, Director of this Round House Theatre and Olney Theatre Centre of a show that first debuted to critical acclaim on the stages of Broadway and the West End in 2017.

The play, written by James Graham, follows Murdoch’s rise

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The Fourth Wall

A Curated Selection of Theater in the DMV

by Matthew McClure

to power in the UK media landscape of the late 1960s as he and journalist Larry Lamb transform a small tabloid called The Sun into a template for the media empire that Murdoch will eventually dominate. “This show really resonates today. As one of the characters says to Larry Lamb, ‘Once you create the appetite, you’ll never be able to stop feeding it,’” Loewith explains. “I find the play is very much about the state of the media industry right now. That’s what’s great about James Graham. He manages to find these small moments in recent history and explode them so that you’re able to see all the minute ethical decisions that people make along the way that lead to where we are today.”

Andrew Rhine plays Murdoch, and manages to bring nuance and depth to this popularly maligned capitalist icon. Through Rhine’s performance, we can perhaps more truly appreciate the grudge that Murdoch nurtured against the establishment of the day and against which he directed his arsenal of paper bullets. “The trick of the play is that you root really hard in the course of the first act for the team that Larry Lamb is building to execute Murdoch’s vision,” Loewith says. “It’s only in the second act that you get to see what happens to that populism.”

Scene Stealer

See this play for the scene at the end, where Lamb and Murdoch finally comprehend the monster

they’ve created. “There is no ‘why’. You’ve killed ‘why’, Larry, just as you hoped to,” Murdoch exclaims. “’Why’ was how they controlled things, wasn’t it? Churches, schools, trade unions, newspapers, convincing everyone there’s an overarching idea! Well, ‘why’ is gone now. We’re free to ask ‘Who do you want to screw’, ‘What do you want to buy’, ‘Where do you wanna go’, ‘When do you wanna go there’. People love it.”

On Right Now

My Mama and the Full Scale Invasion

Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company

Showing Sept. 11 – Oct. 8

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Ukrainian playwright Sasha Denisova’s 82-yearold mother Olga has two lives: One involves quietly cooking away in the kitchen of her apartment in Kiev, refusing to leave as an act of passive resistance to Vladimir Putin’s violent occupation of her homeland. The other takes place entirely in the mind of her daughter and sees her launching jars of pickles at Shahed drones and calling meetings with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

“I’ve been writing stories about my mother for many years,” Denisova explains, speaking about her new play being directed by Yury Urnov and co-produced by the Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company and The Wilma Theater. “Ukrainian women have an incredible strength of character and sense of humor. It’s a combination of resilience in the face of adversity, a certain phlegmatic approach to major disasters and attention to life’s details, like recipes

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Holly Twyford as Mother in My Mama and the Full Scale Invasion at Wooley Mammoth. Photo: Teresa Castracane

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for cottage cheese pie for Easter.” For 10 years, Denisova produced award-winning stage productions in Moscow, which was then a cultural hub for Ukrainian intellectuals. All that, of course, came to a grinding halt on February 9 last year when she made the di cult decision to ee the city just as Russian authorities shuttered all her productions permanently. From Poland, Denisova would reach out to Olga, desperate to join her mother or whisk her away to safety. Olga, she says, wouldn’t budge. “When Mom refused to leave Ukraine and made the decision to ght back against Putin in her kitchen, she took on the character of a symbol. Mom, like all Ukrainians, like the rest of the country, did not give up. I decided to write a play from our correspondence and our relationship in general. This is a story of mother and daughter, understandable to everyone. But the war makes it tragic.”

So is Denisova’s play a form of therapeutic release? “A play can’t be therapy; you’re not cured as soon as you write it. Maybe you even get sicker.” she says. “When American actors play my mom and me, I get tears in my eyes. I’m sitting here in Washington DC, and there’s my mom, under the bombs. I write to her: ‘Mom, I’ll be there.’ She says ‘No way, it’s dangerous, your nervous system can’t take it!’ But she’ll withstand it. At 82 years old! Mom tells me to enjoy life, that she’ll wait for victory with optimism. ‘I survived two wars, I will survive Putin.’”

Scene Stealer

Watch this play to see President Joe Biden being served borscht and Ukrainian cutlets by Olga in her kitchen, while she strategizes with him on the best way to end the war.

Catch before Closing

The Bridges of Madison County Signature Theatre, Aug. 8 – Sept. 17 sigtheatre.org

It’s 1960s rural Iowa. Robert Kincaid, a photographer for National Geographic, shows up on the doorstep of Francesca Johnson, an Italian war bride who left Napoli at the end of WW2 with Bud, an American GI. Kincaid, played with convincingly good old fashioned Southern boy

charm by Mark Evans, changes the course of Francesca’s life when he asks for directions to a local bridge, and this musical theater production directed by Ethan Heard with a score by Jason Robert Brown tells their ensuing tale.

Based on the best-selling book by Robert James Waller, the show originally opened to critical acclaim on Broadway in 2013. Brown and Marsha Norman’s lyrical interpretation does a stellar job of conveying the breathlessness of Kincaid and Johnson’s emotional rollercoaster. Erin Davie’s Francesca is a triumph, capturing the hopefulness, isolation and resolve that many women eeing Europe with American soldiers at the end of the war must have experienced on US soil.

It’s through Kincaid that Johnson rst becomes aware of the vast atness of her life, symbolized by the featureless Iowan horizon that stretches in every direction. It’s not that she’s unhappy with Bud, but Kincaid’s unique perspective on the world— represented by his camera lens— opens her eyes to new possibilities: A life of vivid color and texture that she had silenced forever when she left the shores of home. A special mention must be made of the ingenious mobile set design by Lee Savage, which really does convey the fastidiousness of Johnson’s home, while also doubling as one of Madison County’s famous covered bridges.

Scene Stealer

Evans and Davie’s duet in Act 1, Wondering, really shows o the vocal prowess of these two actors. Soaring voices accompanied by the delight of a live band heightens the emotional experience. ◆

Mark Evans (Robert Kincaid) and Erin Davie (Francesca Johnson) in The Bridges of Madison at Signature Theatre.

Photo:Daniel Rader

A Sail of Two Cities

Tales From Round Cape Horn

words & photos by Maggie Hall

My memorable winter trip—a two-week Round the Horn cruise aboard The Star on the Norwegian Cruise Line—began with “Hello, Santiago,” where I spent four nights; it ended with “Ahoy, Buenos Aires,” where I stayed for a week. The ship started the round-the-edge-of-the-world voyage in San Antonio, Chile, 73 miles from Santiago. Every day of the sail, set against a backdrop of

the Andes and glaciers along with the magical navigation of fjords and passageways, as in the Strait of Magellan, Drake Passage and the Beagle Channel – conjured up the marvels seen, and dangers encountered by 18th century seamen and latter-day Antarctic explorers. Here are some vignettes from a splendid experience.

Puerto Montt

The rst port of call, is famous for its salmon industry and a 130-year-old cathedral built of larch wood. But my rst thought will always be of Sergio, the giant sea-lion. On the edge of downtown is Angelmo Cove, with its chaotic but lively sh market, and a cabaret staged by dumpster-diving sea-lions, eager to eat their ll on sh scraps. And that is topped o by the daddy of them all - Sergio, waddling along what passes for a high street. What a whopper!

Puerto Chacabuco

My favorite stop. Although this is a gateway to the ice- elds of Patagonia, I stayed put and explored the village. With little development it was a delight to experience a tiny Chilean port virtually untouched by tourism. My lasting

memory is the small convenience store that sold everything but sandwiches. Not a problem. Lunch was taken care of by the owner. She grabbed a fresh-baked roll, took four slices o a giant salami, cut up a small tomato, tore leaves o a lettuce, jammed them all together and charged me $4.

Punta Arenas

A name etched in my mind from school — Sir Ernest Shackleton, the legendary Antarctic adventurer. In 1916, he found a haven here for his 22-man crew when they were nally rescued after being trapped for nearly ve months on Elephant Island after their ship was crushed by the ice. Excitement ran high when I discovered there was a bar named after him. Is this where he and his exhausted men came round after their historic and unbelievable adventure? It isn’t but the bar, housed in the Jose Nogueira Hotel, is jammed with Shackleton memorabilia. Amazingly it was not packed with passengers. In fact there were only four of us...a couple from Northern Ireland (Shackleton was Irish) and a fellow Yorkshire man who, like me, could not be in Punta Arenas without paying homage to the great man.

Storm clouds welcome Maggie Hall to Cape Horn.

Sergio, the sea-lion king of Puerto Montt.

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Ushuaia

The Argentina port bills itself as “the end of the world.” A few decades ago, it might have looked and felt like it. But now - with buildings being thrown up without any regard for the unique place it once was - it’s like being (excuse a bit of literary license) in the middle of Manhattan. Sadly the ship visited on a Sunday when Ushuaia was basically closed. Happily the Maritime Museum was open. It has a wing reenacting the misery of the prisoners deported in the early 1900s from Buenos Aires to populate the world’s most southernmost outpost. My disappointment in Ushuaia was compounded by the two-story high, red neon sign for The Hard Rock Café. But it must be noted that the city is best suited not for the one-day cruise visitor, but as a base

for striking out into the magni cence of Patagonia or leaving on an Antarctic adventure.

Cape Horn

At last, after years of wondering exactly what it looks like in real time, there it is, emerging out of the dawn mist....evoking images, as the sadly lamented Gordon Lightfoot sang in his epic song, of: “...the ghosts of Cape Horn....” All is calm as we cruise around the hunk of rock that marks where the Atlantic and the Paci c collide. But not for long. We’ve barely had time for re ection of the thousands of lives lost, never mind the obligatory sel e, before a massive tornado-like cloud suddenly blackens the horizon. Within a minute the Captain is telling us that the plan to circumnavigate Cape Horn for the next couple of hours is dashed. If we hang around, we will discover that where we are is as “treacherous” as the ancient mariners warned us. Our giant

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Not posh row houses in Britain, just the charm of Port Stanley.

Puerto Chacabuco, the tip of South America, untouched by tourism.

One of the many Beagle Channel End-of-the-World glaciers.

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cruise ship makes a dramatic right hand turn and speeds its way out of trouble.

Port Stanley

Another out-of-reach place that’s been on my radar for decades. Tourism is rapidly becoming the Falkland’s number one industry, after fishing and the diminishing sheep farming. I joined the tour of the battle-fields. Not only did it provide a good look round the barren landscape that makes up the vast part of this remote island, it rammed home that when Britain took on the invading Argentine military in 1982, it was a proper war. After hearing the sobering stories of too many deaths, I hurried off to the comforts of The Globe - a right British “boozer.”

Puerto Madryn

From here the penguins, and the Welsh-speaking community of Gaiman, beckon. But the storm that chased us away from Cape Horn put paid to those plans. So att Buenos Aires we came off the ship early into the quiet, relaxed atmosphere of a Sunday morning, so different from the usual, immense hustle, bustle and noise of the vibrant Argentine capital.

Maggie sailed Round-the-Horn with Norwegian Cruise Line, aboard The Star. Its sister ship The Sun does the same 14 day voyage. Next year there are four sailings, between San Antonio and Buenos Aries and vice-versa, between January and March. Other cruise lines - including Holland America, Princess, Samara and Regent - do similar trips. Some incorporate cruising round the Antarctic Peninsula. u

Puerto Montt

Punta Arenas

Ushuaia

Cape Horn

Port Stanley

Puerto Madryn

Puerto Chacabuco

Santiago

Buenos Aires

Featuring:

Author talks & panel discussions, Children’sCornerwith story times & family activities

Exhibitors including – Capitol Hill Books, East City Bookshop, Platypus Media/Science

Naturally!, The Writer’s Center, Washington Writers’ Publishing House, Stirred Stories, Day Eight and others

Morethan 40 writers, including:

Fran Abrams

Elizabeth Winthrop Alsop

Canden Arciniega

Louis Bayard

I. S. Berry

Linda Bowles

Ciera Burch

Kaitlin Calogera

Pat Carlucci

Christopher Chambers

Sunu P. Chandy

Varu Chilakamarri

Melanie Choukas-Bradley

Jona Colson

Christopher Datta

Tom Dunkel

Tom Guglielmo

Michael Gushue

Cheryl A. Head

JoAnn Hill

Brad Kading

James Kirchick

Liz Kleinrock

Jeffrey Dale Lofton

R. Kevin Mallinson

Brenna Maloney

E. Ethelbert Miller

Debra Naylor

Frances Park

Ginger Park

Alexandra Petri

Robert Pohl

POETS’ CORNER @ TUNNICLIFF’S

3PM on the patio at Tunnicliff’s Tavern across from Eastern Market

Readings by noted local poets followed by open-mic poetry readings (sign up at the poetry table at the BookFest or, after 3pm, at Tunnicliff’s)

Preeti Roy

Natasha Saje

Lewis M. Simons

Adrienne Tropp

Christine Vineyard

Jenna Voris

Jon Ward

Carole Boston Weatherford

E.J. Wenstrom

Sponsored by Capital Community News, Inc., with financial support from the Capitol Hill Community Foundation, Tom Faison, Jake Anderson, and the Jason Martin Group, with special thanks to Tunnicliff’s Tavern

October Fun and Beer

Break out your lederhosen and dancing shoes! From September 16 through October 15, Café Berlin, 322 Massachusetts Ave. NE, will host its annual Oktoberfest. For the celebration’s Pig Roasts—slated for September 24 and October 7—an entire Spanferkel (pig) will be roasted outside. Start with jumbo pretzels with zesty mustard dips, Schweinehaxe (roast pork knuckles), Bayerischer Wurstsalat (Bavarian style salami with garnishes), Karto el Pfannkuchen (potato pancakes), Goulasch Suppe (goulasch soup), Rotkohl (red cabbage), Sauerkraut and much more. Bavar-

Capitol Cuisine

by Celeste McCall

ian brunches are planned for three Sundays: September 17, October 1 and October 15. Oktoberfest draft beer will ow to toe-tapping oom-pa-pa German folk music. Guests can also expect giveaway’s from favorite breweries.

Since 1985, Café Berlin has showcased authentic Teutonic fare and gemütlichkeit to Capitol Hill residents, Congressional sta ers and visitors alike. German-born owners are chef Rico Glage and Clytie Roberts-Glage.

Oktoberfest, by the way, commemorates the October 12, 1810 wedding of Bavarian prince Ludwig to Princess Thérèse of Saxe-Hildburghausen. In Munich, the festivities usually run from late September through early October. For Café Berlin’s exact hours, special menu and reservations (highly recommended!) visit www.cafeberlindc.com.

More Oktoberfest

At the Navy Yard, Atlas Navy Yard Brewery & Tap Room, 1201 Half St. SE, is throwing its own Oktoberfest September 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. The celebration will showcase Atlas’ special Festbier, which is lighter than traditional Oktoberfest beer. Guests will also enjoy draft beers, wine, spirits, German food and polka music. For tickets and more information visit www.atlasbrewworks.com.

Paris on the Wharf

Peter and I experienced a delightful taste of Paris when we lunched at Bistro du Jour, 99 District Square SW. The spacious outdoor dining area was bustling with locals and visitors alike. Our amenable host, Destiny, warned us that the two remaining tables were in the sun. No problem.

As we settled in, we took in the nearby channel, the water sparkling and yachts bobbing in the

late summer sunshine.

Choosing from Bistro’s comprehensive French wine list, I sipped a pleasant French rose, while designated driver Peter qua ed a refreshing strawberry lemonade.

From the lunch menu I selected quiche Florentine with a side salad. The spinach lling was light and u y, although the crust was slightly soggy, a common problem with quiche.

Peter chose Salad Nicoise, which tasted almost as good as my own more authentic version. Although the Bistro’s $21 salad included chunks of slightly over-cooked fresh tuna with green beans, black olives, and hard-boiled eggs, it lacked such traditional ingredients as new potatoes and capers. However, it did include small pieces of sardines and cornichons.

Other options included tuna carpaccio, egg-white omelets with zucchini and goat cheese, Belgian wa es with apples and Chantilly cream, cheeseburger L’Americaine.

Inside is Mah-ze Dahr bakery, a lovely patisserie dispensing myriad croissants (I love their chocolate!), banana bread, brioche cinnamon rolls, scones, doughnuts and more. Plus all kinds of co ee and tea.

Dinner brings such Gallic classics as moules frites, coq au vin, bouillabaisse, steak au poivre, and Dover sole. Our lunch for two came to about $65 including tax and tip. All and all, a delightful trip to France. Bistro du Jour is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

At Bistro du Jour (District Wharf), salad Nicoise is a menu highlight.

At Café Berlin’s Oktoberfest, giant pretzels arrive with zippy dipping sauces.

On Mass. Ave. NE, pig roasts highlight Café Berlin’s annual Oktoberfest.

And this just in: Bistro du Jour is opening an o shoot at 20 Mass. Ave. NW, inside the brand-new Royale Sonesta Capitol Hill hotel. Watch for details. Meanwhile, for hours and more information on the Wharf’s Bistro visit www.bistro-dujour.com.

Hot on H

Things are heating up in the Atlas District as Dumpling Hot Pot Beyond arrived July 4 at 1216 H St. NE. The zesty newcomer focuses on Shanghai and Szechuan cooking including homemade noodles, pork won tons, beef dumplings. dan dan noodles, steamed garlic-vinegar rice noodles. There’s also dim sum. But the star of the kitchen is the bubbling hotpot, presented in a handsome blue vessel. Dumpling Hot Pot’s bright, airy décor is simple yet eye-catching. Management is working on an alcohol license, and plans are afoot for a sake bar upstairs. For updates and more information visit www.dumplinghotpotbeyond.com.

Boardwalk Fun

Nearby, Sticky Fingers Diner, the vegan retro chic bakery and bar, at 406 H St. NE, is extending summer with a “seaside” pop-up. The plant-based boardwalk-themed menu o ers homemade soft pretzels, popcorn balls faux “beef” brisket made with seitan, and cotton candy. To drink: wine cooler slushies, boozy oats and strawberry lemonade. The funky Jersey Shore décor follows the playful theme with blow-up beachballs, pink amingos and “pesky” seagulls. For hours and more information visit www.sticky ngersdiner.com.

At Last

Mezeh Mediterranean Grill is moving into 333 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, the site formerly occupied by Rolands of Capitol Hill, which closed at the end of 2021. Expect this fast casual eatery to arrive sometime in September. For updates visit www.mezeh.com.

Market Watch

A tasty addition to Eastern Market’s weekend outdoor vendors is Chia Catering, a family operation dispensing homemade Turkish food. We’ve sampled the home made borek— sausage-shaped lo pastry lled with savory ground lamb (you can also opt for spinach/ cheese or ground beef). We also ordered dolmades (grape leaves stu ed with pine nuts and cinnamon-scented rice), hummus, simit (sesame-studded bread) and baklava. You’ll nd Chia Catering most Saturdays near Rumsey Aquatic Center. www.chiacatering.com.

Chia Catering brings Turkish cuisine to Eastern Market’s weekend farmers’ lin

In the Atlas District, Dumpling Hot Pot Beyond showcases hot pot in handsome vessels.

Art and the City

by Phil Hutinet

This month step into the world of artistic excellence with a slew of diverse exhibits. Choose from an annual exhibit by self-taught artists, a community art walk on Capitol Hill, gallery exhibits and a virtual conference with global sewing experts. Or better, see them all.

Art Enables: “Outside Forces”

September 9–October 21 art-enables.org

Hosted by Art Enables, “Outside Forces” focuses on the remarkable creations of selftaught artists, inviting independent artists and studios from all corners of the nation. This annual exhibition stands as an exclusive tribute to the ingenuity of self-taught artisans. The evolution of the term “outsider art” over time is intriguing; once confined to artists in isolation, it now envelops a broader spectrum, often directed at selftaught visionaries. While the precise parameters of this genre retain a fluid quality, its essence lies in its inventive core, driven by personal ideas and aspirations, steering clear of conformist norms. Through an embrace of this enriched definition of “outsider art,” the exhibition extends its reach to encompass emerging, self-taught artists hailing from marginalized communities and individuals with disabilities. Incepted in 2006 with the purpose of uniting selftaught artisans within the Washington, DC area,

the exhibition has expanded to encompass creators from across the nation, harmoniously interwoven with resident artists. Presenting a mosaic of affordably priced artworks spanning various styles, it continues to beckon burgeoning collectors into the captivating realm of outsider art.

Art Enables is located at 2204 Rhode Island Ave NE. Monday through Friday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 202-554-9455

Capitol Hill Art Walk

September 9 & 10; 12-5 p.m. chrs.org/art-walk-2023

Set your calendar for September 9 and 10, noon to 5 pm, and embark on an immersive journey through

more than forty micro-galleries of local artists. Visit home-studios, porches, and gardens, as Capitol Hill blossoms into a plein-air arts destination. Brought to you by the collaborative efforts of the Capitol Hill Restoration Society (CHRS) and the Capitol Hill Art League (CHAL), this annual event originated amid the backdrop of the COVID pandemic. Initially conceived as the “Artist at Home” initiative, it has since flourished into a showcase of eclectic artistic endeavors spanning diverse mediums such as paintings, ceramics, fiber, and metals. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the neighborhood art scene and engage in meaningful interactions within the vibrant community that thrives here.

Joan Hisaoka Gallery

“Beyond the Human Form”

Through September 17

joanhisaokagallery.org

Joan Hisaoka Healing Arts Gallery at the Smith Center for Healing and the Arts presents group exhibition “Beyond the Human Form.” This compelling showcase features the creative process of Christopher Corson, Mary Annella Frank, Marcel Deolazo, Rose Jaffe, Candice Tavares, and Nami Oshiro. The exhibition unveils a rich tapestry of artistic expression through painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, and wall installations.

The exhibition “Transcending the Human Form” invites viewers to contemplate the limitations of the physical body, offering an intriguing and unconventional perspective. Collaborative artists challenge the traditional belief that the embodiment of creatures—human or animal—should be “solely seen as corporeal.”

They also confront outdated portrayals of physical representation. In a world where some perspectives view humans and animals as stationary entities evolving in a linear trajectory, this exhibition defies such assumptions. By encouraging a broader understanding of life beyond the physical realm, it highlights the intricate and diverse progression of human experience. Au-

L to R: Jamila Rahimi (Art Enables), Kim Bond (VaultArt Studios), Mike Barnes (Art Explorers). Image courtesy Art Enables

Work by Heather Duncan on view at Capitol Hill Art Walk. Image courtesy of the artist.

tonomous entities exist in a perpetual state of transformation. 1632 U Street NW. Open by appointment only. Contact gallery manager Sara Khambalia at sara@smithcenter.org or 202-483-8600 ext. 212 to schedule a visit.

“Sew Much Soul”

Conference: September 8 through 10 sewmuchsoulconference.com

Sew Creative Lounge presents its fth installment of its “Sew Much Soul” conference, a virtual assembly scheduled from September 8 - 10. This year’s conference brings together prominent sewing experts, who will generously share their knowledge and enthusiasm for the craft of sewing. The Sew Much Soul conference stands as a vibrant celebration of creativity, culture, and community. With an impressive participation of more than 1,000 sewers last year, this event has rmly established itself as an essential gathering for sewing enthusiasts across the globe.

The highlight of this year’s Sew Much Soul conference is the eagerly awaited “ reside chat” with distinguished guest speaker, actress Phylicia Rashad. During this conversation, Rashad will delve into the signi cance of storytelling and its pivotal role in preserving cultural heritage and nurturing connections within communities. Drawing from her profound insights and extensive experiences within the entertainment realm, Rashad seeks to ignite inspi-

ration among attendees. The Sew Much Soul conference extends an open invitation to everyone, and registration is provided completely free of charge.

Pyramid Atlantic Art Center: Jessica Sabogal and Shanna Strauss “SANA(A)”

Through September 24 pyramidatlanticartcenter.org

Jessica Sabogal and Shanna Strauss have partnered to create a print project for the upcoming SANA(A) opening, marking the debut of Pyramid’s Denbo Publishing Residency, the rst in almost twenty years. SANA(A) highlights their six-year collaborative journey, meticulously producing individual and joint paper works using techniques such as photopolymer gravure, screenprint, and relief printmaking. The exhibition delves into diverse perspectives on healing wounds, drawing from personal experiences and relationships with queer and trans women of color to explore the mending of individual, collective, and societal wounds from grief, family dynamics, hidden labor, and migration.

The exhibition’s title, merging cultural backgrounds, holds deep signi cance. The Spanish “Sana” commands healing, while the Kiswahili “sanaa” embodies art, intertwining their Colombian and Tanzanian heri-

Joan Hisaoka Gallery-Chris Corson “Chrysalis” Pit-fired ceramic. Image courtesy of the artist.

Sew Much Soul Conference is hosted by co-founders and co-owners of Sew Creative Lounge, fashion designer Cecily Habimana and master sewing instructor Tisha Thorne. Photo: Sew Creative Lounge.

tages with symbols and patterns from their homelands. SANA(A) emphasizes their commitment to portraying women of color not as subjects but as focal points, celebrating their existence, voices, tenderness, caregiving, and spaces.

Their joint studio, Taller SanaaR, unites Colombian-American muralist Sabogal and Tanzanian-American mixed media artist Strauss. Their collaborative practice, spanning muralism, printmaking, community engagement, and public art, focuses on marginalized groups. Both artists have exhibited extensively, with commissioned collaborative works and individual achievements, including awards, fellowships, and residencies, such as the Denbo Publishing Residency. 4318 Gallatin St Hyattsville, MD. Gallery Hours: Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; Friday–Sunday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Phil Hutinet is the founding publisher of East City Art, DC’s visual art journal of record. For more information visit www.eastcityart.com ◆

Healing of the Wound by Jessica Sabogal and Shanna Strauss, Photopolymer print with Chine-Collé and Silkscreen Deckled edges, 30.75 x 22.” Photo courtesy of Pyramid Atlantic Art Center.

ThePoetic Hill

Regie Cabico

by Sandra Beasley

Regie Cabico is the rst Asian American and openly queer poet to win The Nuyorican Poets Cafe Grand Slamproducer. He is the publisher and producer of Capturing Fire, a DC literary series publishing books by queer poets. A Rabbit In Search of a Rolex, published by Day Eight, is Cabico’s rst full-length collection of poetry. He resides in the Union Market neighborhood of Washington, DC.

BOARD CHAIR

Strapped on a ying scooter.

Dreideling through galaxies.

In search of last month’s minutes.

Saint Nicholas contributes to my end of the year fundraiser.

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). ◆

Photo: Les Talusan

Arts for Kids at St. Mark’s Church

by Stephanie Deutsch

St. Mark’s is a one hundred-thirty-year-old red brick church at the corner of 3rd and A Streets SE with a dramatic bell tower, a soaring nave set up in the round, a Tiffany window, a magnificent organ and a light-filled dance studio. It is home to Episcopal worship on Sundays and, during the week, to multiple programs that use this beautiful space to offer children opportunities to participate in the arts. Singing, playing in an orchestra, learning to play the piano, practicing ballet and dancing in regular recit-

als – these are all opportunities available to young people at St. Mark’s.

Music is central to the life of St. Mark’s Church and the building offers multiple opportunities for children to participate in musical activities, some church-related, some not. The Reverend Michele Morgan says that one of her goals as rector of St. Mark’s church has been to share the beautiful building as widely as possible. “Music is important for children,” she says, “because it can feed them spiritually but it can also help them develop cognitive,

social and emotional skills. It can help them improve their academic performance and creativity. St. Mark’s wants kids to thrive in all ways and the arts here in our beautiful space are part of the making that happen.”

A choir for children from ages 5 to 13 rehearses on Sunday mornings at 11 a.m. and sings at church services once a month. It is directed by Judith Rautenberg, an enthusiastic music educator from Germany, educated at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Graz, Austria. She is

Judith Rautenberg conducts the St. Mark’s Children’s Choir. Photo: David Deutsch

Judith Rautenberg with the children at the Sandbox Concert. Photos: David Deutsch.

currently pursuing a PhD in music education at George Mason University. For participation in the children’s choir there is no cost and church membership is not necessary, she says, though regular attendance at practices is encouraged.

This year Rautenberg is also offering classes on Friday afternoons for children ages 3 - 5 who may come with or without caregivers. They will be exposed to a variety of music from echo songs to finger plays, circle dances, familiar songs and chants as well as work with percussion and rhythm instruments. The classes are offered in two sessions on Friday afternoons – from 4-4:35 and from 4:50 to 5:25 and begin on September 22. The cost is $180 per session.

Judith is enthusiastic as well about another program, one inspired by a model developed at Berlin University. She and St. Mark’s music director Jeff Kempskie are offering a series of free “Sandbox Concerts” on Saturday mornings for very young children, ages infancy to 5. They and the adults with them sit on the floor; they listen to music and have the chance to get close to the people and instruments making it. There is no cost for these concerts but on-line registration is required. The concerts are scheduled for Saturdays Nov. 11 and Jan. 27 at 10 and 11:30 a.m.

St Mark’s Music Director Jeff Kempskie is delighted to add another new program this year, the Neo Academy, an organization dedicated to cultivating the abilities of gifted young musicians through a program of orchestral training and social activities. The Academy is currently seeking young string players ages 9 to 14 for participation in orchestral training on Fridays from 5:30 to 7:30.

The director of the orchestra is Russian-born violinist Emil Chudnovsky, who serves on the faculty of Catholic University.

For more information go to neo-academy.us/p/ orchestra-studies or contact Music Director Emil Chudnovsky chudnovsky@neo-academy.us. There is a fee for participation; financial aid is available.

The St. Mark’s Music studio offers lessons in piano and voice for both children and adults. Piano teachers include Anh Nguyen (646-673-3291 or anhpng@aol.com), a candidate for a doctorate in music performance at George Mason University; Sasha Beresovsky (avberesovsky@gmail.com) who was trained at Indiana University, and Saeha Youn (saeha.youn@gmail.com) who studied at the University of Maryland. Voice lessons are available through Diane Atherton (dianesvoicestudio@ gmail.com), a Briton who has performed extensively in this country and in Europe. Each teacher sets his or her own schedule, policies, and rates.

More information on all music programs at St. Mark’s can be found at stmarks.net/music. Judith Rautenberg can be reached at judith@stmarks.net.

St. Mark’s Dance Studio

The St. Mark’s Dance Studio has been offering instruction in ballet and jazz dance to children and adults on Capitol Hill for over half a century. It was founded in 1962 by Mary Craighill, who had grown up in Washington as the daughter of Supreme Court Justice Robert H. Jackson and studied dance at the University of Connecticut. The St. Mark’s Dance Company, made up of dancers from the Studio, performed locally in nursing homes, hospitals and schools but also internationally. Un-

der the auspices of the friendship Ambassadors program Craighill took her Company dancers on tour to Russia just as the Soviet Union was dissolving and later to Czechoslovakia while, closer to home, she championed liturgical dance as an enhancement to and alternative form of worship. Ms. Craighill left behind a rich legacy that includes an endowed fund to support financial aid for students at the Studio.

At Mary Craighill’s death in 1999 Rosetta Brooks, who had been dancing with the Company since 1964 and teaching there for almost as long, became Studio director. “Rosie,” as she is called, had grown up a few blocks from St. Mark’s and studied dance at Howard University. In 2010 she was the winner of a Capitol Hill Community Achievement Award for her leadership of the Dance Studio and for her impact on the hundreds of young people and adults she has taught and choreographed for over the years. She works with two long-time teachers — Dot Walker, also a D.C. native who studied with the Dance Theater of Harlem before majoring in dance at Point Park University in Pennsylvania, and Jessica Sloane, who got her start at St. Mark’s, studied dance at the University of Michigan and went on to found and direct Takoma Dance, a program for children in Maryland. Both Dot and Jessica have performed internationally.

The St. Mark’s Dance Studio offers pre-ballet for three to six year olds and ballet for children from the age of six through the teens. A complete schedule of classes and other information can be found at www.stmarksdance.org.

When asked to define what makes the St. Mark’s Dance Studio special, Dot Walker said it’s about “sharing the love of dance, it’s creating a warm environment for our students to learn, feel and become dance through music, practice and performances. We love dancing and we love introducing children to that special joy.”

The same could be said of all the arts programs at St. Mark’s. The goal is not simply mastery of a particular skill, though opportunities for that abound. The goal is exposure to the arts and finding there a sense of purpose and of community. u

Photo: St. Mark's Dance Studio

Infusion Therapy

Is it Right for You?

by Pattie Cinelli

The first time I received a vitamin injection was from a medical doctor that I was seeing in the late 1990s. He gave me B-12 shots to help me be less depressed, have more energy and boost my metabolism. I loved the feeling of well-being and energy I got after my shots. I

tried to recreate those feelings by taking B-12 sublingually and through a pill, but neither gave me the same effects.

I resumed my B-12 shots on Capitol Hill also administered by a physician. When I moved to Delaware, I discovered the IV Drip Bar in Rehoboth which offers shots and IV infusions that can help you stay well or get better. And recently I discovered Radiance MedSpa DC, which moved from Dupont Circle to Capitol Hill in May. Included in its offerings of advanced aesthetics that doesn’t include surgery, Radiance offers injectable treatments and IV drip therapy.

We consume the majority of our nutrients through foods and fluids. However, sometimes this isn’t enough to fully nourish our bodies. Our whole foods often are lacking nutrients for a variety of reasons. Processed food often has more chemicals and preservatives than nutrients. When we are stressed, injured or ill our nutrients get depleted. Effectiveness is affected by the age of a vitamin pill (how long has it been sitting on the shelf) or its quality (not all are created equal). We only absorb about 30 to 40 percent of the oral vitamin, said Matt McKinnis, co-owner of IV Drip Bar. Infusion therapy can be good when you need to give your body a boost. Hydration is important for optimal function and wellness. About

60 percent of men’s bodies is water; 55 percent of women (fat holds less water than muscle). We usually don’t know when we are dehydrated. Symptoms can manifest as a headache, fatigue, dry mouth, lips or eyes, dark urine or dizziness. “I didn’t know how bad I felt until I got an infusion and felt so much better,” said McKinnis.

What is IV Infusion Therapy?

Vitamin IV therapy and infusions allow nutrients to be administered to the body intravenously. When delivered directly into the blood stream, vitamins bypass our digestive system where many nutrients get lost and not absorbed. The actual procedure only takes about 30 to 60 minutes, and clients will normally feel benefits for about three to five days. As vitamin levels normalize, the benefits can last longer.

According to the Washington Post, IV vitamin therapy was pioneered by John Myers of Baltimore in the 1960s as a method to treat conditions such as asthma attacks, migraines and fibromyalgia. The Myers Cocktail, a popular infusion formula, was named after him.

Candice Conaway, Radiance Medspa DC director, said her facility offers infusions for rest and recovery, hydration, hangovers, an immune boost as well as the Myers Cocktail infusion. “We also offer a weight loss formula (B-12 and different amino acids) which I find to be useful for others things than weight loss,” said Conaway. “Clients are using it not to lose weight but to balance their system.”

Before getting any treatment you must fill out an intake form, said McKinnis. At Radiance Medspa DC Conaway said clients also meet with a nurse to determine which would be best for their needs.

Oral v. IV

When we consume vitamins orally, they pass through the stomach and intestines where they

Pattie Cinelli getting a B-12 shot from Nurse Lindsay.

are broken down by gastrointestinal enzymes. Then your body can absorb them into your bloodstream. However, not all vitamins are created equal. Some stay lodged in your intestine and never break down to be absorbed.

Taking vitamins through an IV allows the vitamins and minerals to enter your body through veins and bypass the intestines so you can absorb nutrients 10-20 times more. You can also avoid intestinal upset.

Who is It For?

“IV Infusion Therapy is for anyone seeking to find balance and build their immune system,” said Conaway. “It can be highly e ective. You feel energy at end of the day. You nd you are sleeping better, your hair is shiny and your skin is glowing. It can help you manage stresses of daily life.”

Conaway also pointed out that is great for someone coming o an illness. It can also assist the immune

system of someone traveling either before or after a trip. “I like thinking on my feet. (After an infusion) I feel sharper and I move better. I started taking B vitamins for PMS and it really helped with menopause symptoms. It can really help with hot ashes as well.”

McKinnis said people who would not be a candidate for an infusion are those with congestive heart failure, kidney disease, on dialysis, end-stage pulmonary disease or any known allergies to any of the infusion components.

IV infusion therapy and vitamin supplementation are not FDA approved. However, many other practices used to stay well also are not FDA approved. Most medical practitioners don’t do IVs for wellness. “If you are dehydrated they’d send you to a hospital,” said McKinnis. Most insurances don’t cover the procedure, but both Conaway and McKinnis said some health savings account cards and ex spending accounts may cover the treatments. Injections and infusions can be either preventative or restorative. It’s up to each one of us to decide what works best.

For more information: contact Radiance Medspa DC: 202-483-0008 or info@radiancedc.com: in Rehoboth contact IV Drip Bar: 302396-6466 or www.dripbarr.com.

Pattie 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, get t and get well. Please email her with questions or column suggestions at: tmiss44@aol.com.

IV Drip Bar co-owner Matt McKinnis getting an infusion before a trip to Florida.

Photo by Tyrone Hamilton

For 41 years, Jim Finley’s labor of love was a no-frills gym he ran on the second floor of his auto repair shop at 10th Street and Maryland Avenue, NE. Boxing greats like Bob Foster and Sugar Ray Leonard went there to spar. They spent time with neighborhood kids and adults, bringing joy to so many around them. Read about Jim in his oral history at CapitolHillHistory.org. Keep Capitol Hill history alive by becoming a volunteer.

The District Vet

All You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About... Anal Glands

by Dan Teich

Located within the muscles adjacent to the anus, at about four and eight o’clock, are two small pouches. These sacs are lined with numerous sebaceous glands, which produce a pungent fluid. The fluid is stored within the sacs and is released onto stool or into the anus via a small duct.

What’s Their Function?

Ever wonder what a dog smells when it sniffs another’s feces? They are smelling the anal gland secretions. Anal gland odors are used for marking territory and possibly for identification. Dogs and cats probably have an unique smell signature to their anal glands. Skunks have well-developed glands and can spray anal gland materials a far distance. Thankfully this wasn’t part of the evolution of dogs and cats!

Does My Pet Really Need Anal Glands?

In short: no. While the scent is used for territorial marking, the utility of anal glands in domestic animals is no longer necessary.

Why Does My Dog Scoot on the Ground?

For wolves and ancestral dogs, anal glands were an important part of their existence. Domesticated dogs have different conformations, diets, stool quality, etc. This can lead to problems expressing anal gland materials, causing infections and discomfort. If related to anal glands, dogs and cats will scoot on the ground in an attempt to empty their glands.

What’s That Fishy Smell When My Pet Is Nervous or Asleep?

Remember that skunks have anal glands and use them as a defense. When frightened or stressed, dogs and cats can release anal gland contents in a similar fashion. Thankfully they don’t project them far! Some dogs may also leak a small amount of fluid when they sleep, leaving behind a brown stain on their bedding.

What Happens If The Sacs Can’t Naturally Be Emptied?

When there’s swelling of the duct or conformational problems restricting outflow, the materials accumulate and can overstretch the sac, causing it to rupture. Frequently the sac will form a much thicker material first, but in time, if not expressed, there’s only so much the sac can hold. Cats are especially prone to having very thickened gland material. The first signs of problems are scooting and a swelling of the skin adjacent to the anus. If a gland ruptures, there will be a second hole next to the anus and it may have fluid and debris around it.

Can A Pet Recover From A Ruptured Anal Gland?

Yes. Ruptured, or abscessed anal glands are painful, but rarely cause long-term problems. Treatment usually involves antibiotics, pain medication, an anti-inflammatory, and warm compresses over the area. Your veterinarian will also assess if the anal gland duct is working properly. In some cases, sedation is used as flushing out the gland and duct can be quite uncomfortable.

Do Anal Glands Develop Tumors?

Mature dogs and cats can develop cancerous masses arising from the anal glands. Most commonly this tumor is an adenocarcinoma. When detected early curative surgery may be possible. In later stages of the disease, the tumor can grow locally and spread to area lymph nodes and even the lungs. Routine palpation of the anal glands is the best way to find these masses early.

How Do I Prevent Anal Gland Problems?

If your pet has trouble expressing the gland on their own, be sure to consult your veterinarian. Low fiber diets, loose stool, conformational issues, allergies, and more may be contributing. For those pets with good stool and a history of scooting or anal gland abscesses or ruptures, routine manual expressing of the anal glands may be necessary.

Can Anal Glands Be Removed?

In cases of chronic anal gland inflammation, discomfort, abscesses, etc, the anal glands may be surgically removed. This is not a routine procedure and is generally performed by a surgical specialist. Many nerves run adjacent to the anal glands and care must be take to not damage these nerves so as to prevent fecal incontinence.

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Kids & Family

Visit the Kids’ Farm at the Zoo

At Kids’ Farm, visitors can see cows, alpacas, donkeys, goats, chickens and fish. One of the many ways keepers care for animals is by providing them with enrichment training sessions, objects, toys, sounds and smells that encourage the animals to use their natural behaviors in new and exciting ways. The Kids’ Farm is open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. in summer and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in winter. Free entry passes still required at the zoo; parking is $30. nationalzoo.si.edu.

“Picasso” at Galita

From the lush stroke of his paintbrush to the beat of his heart, the artful canvas of Picasso’s life unfolds through memories of cherished family and friends, his passion for bullfights, the circus and the stage. Immerse yourself in the imagination of this creative genius. Bilingual performances are from Oct. 14 to 22 on Saturdays at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.; and Sundays at 3 p.m. $14 for adults; $12 for ages two to twelve (including fees). galatheatre.org.

Hill Center Family Day

On Sunday, Oct. 1, 2 to 6 p.m., come to Hill Center, 921 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, and enjoy a free day of crafts, shows, and carriage rides. Here’s the schedule: 2 p.m., Turley the Magician; 2 to 5 p.m., carriage rides, face painting and balloon animals; 2 to 6 p.m., craft table and DC artist and Hill Center studio arts instructor, Christine Vineyard, will be chatting with families about her hilarious book, Good Jokes Bad Drawings, and offering a craft for kids; 4 to 6 p.m., King Bullfrog hits the stage with high-energy original, folk and blues songs carefully tailored to get children dancing and delight grownups. Beer, wine, and other concessions for purchase. hillcenterdc.org.

“The Big Build” at the National Building Museum

On Saturday, Oct. 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., all ages are invited to National Building Museum’s “The Big Build”, a free hands-on festival exploring a wide variety of unique, interactive activities with roofers, plumbers, home remodelers, construction workers, carpenters, designers, and artisans.

The Big Build celebrates the world we design and build and fills the Museum’s Great Hall with interactive booths including a nail driving contest and a structural engineering station with an earthquake simulation to discover how buildings can be built to be more stable. Everyone will be using real tools and you can even climb inside construction equipment in the outdoor Petting Zoo. The Tech Room will have augmented reality demonstrations, VR experiences, and other immersive digital activities to engage older children and teens. The National Building Museum is at 401 F St. NW. nbm.org.

Photo: Stan Weinstein

Photo: Chloe Parsons/ Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital

Learning to use a hammer at Miller & Long’s nail-driving contest, a classic Big Build activity station. Photo: National Building Museum/ Kevin Allen Photography

National Children’s Museum Takes Engineering to New Heights

Books from Birth (delivered to your door)

The Books from Birth program is open to all children under the age of ve who live in Washington, DC. All enrolled children receive a free book in the mail each month from birth until they turn ve. All books will be delivered to the address you provided at registration by the US Postal Service. Read more and register your under- ve kid at dclibrary.org/using-the-library/books-birth.

See “Lion King” on the Big Screen

Lion King (G) (1994) is being screened at the Miracle Theatre, 535 Eighth St. SE, on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 16, 2 p.m. Tickets are $6. There is a public parking lot on Eighth Street, SE between I Street and Virginia Avenue. themiracletheatre.com.

TIME for Kids (authentic journalism for kids)

the classroom. TFK was founded in 1995 and has been a trusted source of news ever since. Currently, the magazine reaches more than two million students in elementary school classrooms across the United States. They o er four grade-speci c editions. The magazines build informational-reading skills, helping students to better understand our complex world and become informed and active citizens. TIME for Kids is available in bulk subscription only – perfect for schools and libraries. timeforkids.com.

“Dead Man’s Run” Kids’ Run

The National Children’s Museum, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, a learnthrough-play institution, has opened a new exhibit experience, Flight Zone, that invites young aeronautical engineers to design, build and test paper airplanes. Developed and fabricated by National Children’s Museum, The Boeing Company’s Flight Zone is a comprehensive paper airplane test station that embodies the steps of the engineering design process. A table, where children can create their paper airplanes, opens up to an encaged runway where they’ll test their models from a launcher. As they iterate on their design to improve their prototypes, young learners will be introduced to the principles of ight. nationalchildrensmuseum.org.

TIME for Kids engages students with authentic journalism, inspires them to join the national discourse on current topics, and provides teachers with valuable resources for

This year, the Dead Man’s Run 5k at Congressional Cemetery is on Saturday, Oct. 14, 5:30 p.m. As the funeral bell tolls, runners bound around the cemetery and contin-

to an encaged runway where they’ll test their models from a launcher. As

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show

Using more than 70 beautiful, larger-than-life puppets and original music, this special event follows all your favorite characters from “Brown Bear, Brown Bear,” “The Very Busy Spider,” “10 Little Rubber Ducks,” and, of course, “The Very Hungry Caterpillar.” The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is at Imagination Stage, 4908 Auburn Ave., Bethesda, MD, from Sept. 22 to Oct. 22. Best for ages three to eight. $12, up. Spanish language shows are on Saturdays, Sept. 30, Oct. 7, 14 and 22, at 10 a.m. imaginationstage.org.

ue out onto the Anacostia Trail for a ghostly evening run full of spooky music and fun. Costumes are encouraged, with prizes for best individual and teams. Dogs and strollers are allowed in the race, however, for safety reasons, they are required to start at the back of the group. Registration is $35. There is also a kids’ race prior to the start of the 5k. Participation is free for any child who comes with a registered runner. Children may still participate, if no runners are registered, for a $5 fee. Registration for the children’s race is in the chapel the day of the race. A parent or guardian must sign a waiver. All proceeds support the cemetery’s non-profit 501(c)(3) organization and fund the preservation of this National Historic Landmark. congressionalcemetery.org.

American Youth Chorus Open Rehearsals

Students in grades three to eight are invited to come for a fun, free, open rehearsal as kids learn and explore together. Sing along or just watch until you’re comfortable joining in. Guardians attend this first rehearsal for the safety and comfort of

their student and to get to know the staff and chorus culture. Meet other students and staff, ask questions, and learn some basics about singing through simple songs and musical games. The rehearsals are at the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, 545 Seventh St. SE, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. No preparation or experience needed. Sign up to visit any Wednesday in September: 6, 13, 20, 27. AmericanYouthChorus.org

Dance At St. Mark’s Fall Registration is now open for St Marks Dance Studio. Classes start on September 12, 2023. For further information please visit our website at www. stmarksdance.org.

Rosie Revere, Engineer at Air and Space

On Thursdays in September at 11 a.m., join Air and Space staff for a reading of Rosie Revere, Engineer by Andrea Beaty to hear a tale of how failure is a part of the engineering process. Then design your own flying machine to test in our wind tunnel. Free but timed passes required. Air and Space Museum, Sixth and Inde-

Family Day Tot Dash at President Lincoln’s Cottage

President Lincoln’s Cottage’s Homecoming Family Day is a celebration of Lincoln’s decision to issue the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation at the very home where he drafted it. This year, it is held on Saturday, Sept. 16. Celebrations include the Freedom 5k (registration, $40) starting at 9 a.m., followed by a free 100 ft. Tot Dash at 10 a.m. and free family activities featuring pony rides, petting zoo, face painting, and other activities for kids and families until 3 p.m. President Lincoln’s Cottage is at 140 Rock Creek Rd. NW. Read more at lincolncottage.org/event/homecoming-2023.

Meet the Mules at the C&O Canal Historical Park

On Friday and Saturday, every week through Oct. 28, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., join the NPS at the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center and meet the park mules. During the 19th century, mules acted as the “engines” of the C&O Canal by pulling boats along the canal from Georgetown to Cumberland, MD. Today, the park mules help to preserve and share the history of the canal by providing visitors with hands-on experiences. Please note that this program may be cancelled or altered based on weather and staffing. The Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center is located at mile 14.3 along the C&O Canal towpath in Montgomery County, MD (11710 MacArthur Blvd., Potomac, MD) nps.gov/choh/learn/historyculture/mules.htm.

Photo: Brian Rimm, courtesy of President Lincoln’s Cottage

Park staff and volunteers brush the mules twice a day to help maintain their healthy coats. Photo: NPS / E. Cowan

pendence Ave. SW. airandspace. si.edu.

Race for Every Child Kids’ Dash

The Race for Every Child, on Saturday, Oct. 21, 8:45 a.m. (opening ceremony at 8 a.m.), at Freedom Plaza, supports children and families throughout the Washington area by raising funds for specialized medical care, research into childhood diseases, and important

wellness and preventive services at Children’s National Health System. Participants may register to join in-person or virtually. Registration gives you access to a personalized fundraising dashboard and the opportunity to recruit team members and raise vital funds to support Children’s National Hospital. The 100-yard Kids’ Dash for ages three to ten is a great way to encourage your child to be active and healthy. Just one block long, the Kids’ Dash

The Curiosity Runway at Reagan National Airport

Reagan National Airport has teamed up with the National Children’s Museum to bring a fun and exciting play experience for their youngest customers. Sponsored by The Boeing Company, this exhibit sparks curiosity through science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM). Curiosity Runway gives children a dedicated and comfortable space where they can safely play and explore the wonders of aviation. Located in National Hall, near the north security checkpoint exit, children can enjoy exciting Interactive Game Displays, a Jetsetter Slide, and a Cloud Crawler that encourages motor skills. The Curiosity Runway is a great place for children to have fun and learn while waiting to fly. For the young at heart, parents can enjoy seating and charging stations located on the perimeter of the Curiosity Runway. Adult supervision is always required. flyreagan.com/travel-information/services-amenities/kids-play-space.

route is on Pennsylvania Ave. NW, starting at 12th St. and nishing at 13th St. It will begin promptly at 10 a.m. and participants will dash in waves, based on their age group. childrensna-

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You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown at Adventure Theatre

With charm, wit, and heart, You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown explores life’s big questions through the eyes of the Peanuts gang as they play baseball, y kites, struggle with homework, swoon over crushes, and celebrate the joys of friendship. Growing up is serious business! You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown is at Adventure Theatre in Glen Echo Park, 7300 Mac Arthur Blvd. from Sept. 22 to Oct. 29. adventuretheatre-mtc.org. 22

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Smithsonian “Morning at the Museum”

The upcoming Morning at the Museum date is Saturday, Oct 14, 8:30 a.m., at the National Air and Space Museum. Registration opens in September. Morning at the Museum (MATM) is a free, sensory-friendly program for children, teenagers, and young adults who are neurodivergent and their families in which they can visit a Smithsonian museum prior to opening on designated Saturday or Sunday mornings. Monthly programs rotate between Smithsonian museums. Registration is required. Pre-registered families visit one Smithsonian Museum

This story was going to begin like all the best stories. With a school bus falling from the sky. But no one saw it happen—they were all too busy. Washington, DC-area native, New York Times best-selling author, and Kennedy Center Next 50 leader Jason Reynolds conjures 10 tales (one per block) about what happens after the dismissal bell rings. Ten unique perspectives are brilliantly woven into one funny, piercingly poignant look at the detours we face on the walk home, and in life. And now Reynolds’ award-winning book (Carnegie Medal, Coretta Scott King Author Honor Book, National Book Award for Young People’s Literature nalist) becomes an exciting world premiere, in a co-production with Theater Alliance. Most enjoyed by ages ten, up. $20. Look Both Ways is at the Kennedy Center from Oct. 14 to 29. kennedy-center.org.

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before it opens to the public, where they can participate in activities or explore the exhibitions independently at their own pace. Prior to each program, pre-registered families receive “pre-visit” materials to help them prepare for their visit including social narratives, sensory maps, visual schedules, and tip sheets. Similar pre-visit materials are available to help families plan for visits that take place outside of MATM program hours. These materials can be found in the “Resources” section of the Access Smithsonian website at access.si.edu/program/morning-museum. To learn more about Morning at the Museum or to sign up for the mailing list, email them at access@si.edu

Cabin John Kids Run 2023

The Cabin John Kids Run is on Sunday, Sept. 23, 9 to 10 a.m. at Cabin John Regional Park

in Potomac. In the interest of promoting children’s running, this race is free to all runners 17 and under. Registration is race-day only. Read more and get directions at runwashington.com/events/cabin-johns-kidsrun-2023-1203.

Read to a PAL (People Animals Love) Pup

On Monday, Sept. 18, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Northeast Library, 330 Seventh St. NE, hosts book-loving dogs with their friends at PAL (People Animals Love). Children are welcome to practice their literacy skills and boost their self-con dence by reading to these calm and con dent dogs (and their humans). Bring your favorite book to read aloud or choose from a variety of dog-related stories at the library. dclibrary.org.

Welcome to a Native Place

On Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Sept. 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27, 1 to 1:30 p.m., enjoy tribal songs from Alaska to Florida with Dennis Zotigh (Kiowa, Isanti Dakota, and Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo) in the American Indian Museum’s Potomac Atrium. At the end of the 30-minute presentation, visitors are encouraged to ask questions pertaining to the museum and Indigenous culture in the past and present. The American Indian Museum is at Fourth and Independence SW. americanindian.si.edu.

AppleTree Spring Valley Playground Opens

The AppleTree Spring Valley Campus Playground, 4900 Massachusetts Ave. NW, has celebrated its grand opening with a lively event attended by community members, families, and local o cials all coming together to celebrate the importance of early education and creating safe play spaces for children. AppleTree Spring Valley Campus is the rst PK-only public charter school in Ward 3. The early education program o ers three-fouryear-olds free and high-quality education, rede ning the landscape of preschool education in the area. AppleTree is known for its unique Whole Child model, which combines research-based early education with family engagement and comprehensive services. The curriculum, Every Child Ready, emphasizes language development, cognitive thinking, pre-literacy, and early math skills through a play-based methodology that fosters independence and creativity. AppleTree’s Spring Valley Campus is still open for enrollment. appletreeinstitute.org.

Witch Wartsmith’s Halloween Spooktacular at Glen Echo

From Sept. 28 to Oct. 29, the Puppet Co. at Glen Echo presents the Halloween Spooktacular, a funny competitive variety show where the audience gets to vote for the winner. This not-so-spooky show, lled with puns and Halloween humor, will entertain kids and parents. Shows take place on Thursdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. It is recommended for ages four and up. $15; free for under age two. The run time is about 45 minutes. Witch Wartsmith’s Halloween Spooktacular is at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD. thepuppetco.org. ◆

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