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Take a train ride across America. The US Botanic Garden’s annual holiday show showcases plant-based recreations of iconic train stations from across the United States. Explore New York City’s Grand Central Terminal, St. Louis’ Union Station and many more. Their collection of DC landmarks made from plant materials returns to the Garden Court. Don’t miss a botanical version of DC’s Union Station. Open through Jan. 1, 2019, daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Garden is open until 8 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, except Christmas, through Dec. 27, for jazz, folk and choral concerts. Free. 100 Maryland Ave. SW. usbg.gov. Photo: Courtesy of the US Botanic Garden

DRIVING MISS DAISY

It is the Deep South in 1948. Daisy, an older white widow, has just demolished another car. Over her protestations, her son has hired a black man to be her chauffeur. This begins a 25-year relationship that starts with distrust and then grows into a loving interdependence. Directed by Ella Davis, Daisy promises to be just what you need for the season at the end of a turbulent year. On stage at the Anacostia Playhouse, 2020 Shannon Pl. SE, from Dec. 13 to 23. Tickets are $40; $30 for Ward 7 and 8 residents, seniors and students. anacostiaplayhouse.com Image: Courtesy of Anacostia Playhouse

RUN WITH MAYOR BOWSER

Join Mayor Muriel Bowser and hundreds of DC residents on the scenic Capitol Riverfront for the #FITDC Fresh Start 5k! As Washington, DC works to reclaim the status of fittest city in the country, whether you run, walk or just cheer folks on, this event for all ages is the perfect way to start the New Year! Registration and packet pickup begins at 9 AM and the Fresh Start 5K begins at 10 AM. Capitol Riverfront is accessible on the Metro Green Line, exiting at the Navy Yard-Ballpark stop. For additional information about FitDC and to register, visit freshstart5kdc.com Photo: Courtesy of the Smithsonian

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PHOTOGRAPHER GORDON PARKS: 1940–1950

During the 1940s American photographer Gordon Parks grew from a self-taught photographer making portraits and documenting everyday life in Saint Paul and Chicago to a visionary professional shooting for Ebony, Vogue, Fortune and Life. For the first time, the formative decade of Parks’s career is the focus of an exhibition that brings together 150 photographs and ephemera. The exhibition at the National Gallery of Art illustrates how Parks’s early experiences at the Farm Security Administration, Office of War Information and Standard Oil as well as his close relationships with Roy Stryker, Langston Hughes, Richard Wright, and Ralph Ellison, helped shape his groundbreaking style. nga.gov. Gordon Parks Self-Portrait, 1941 gelatin silver print sheet: 20 × 16 inches. Private Collection. Photo: Courtesy of and copyright The Gordon Parks Foundation

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First Night Alexandria celebrates the new year through the performing arts. Retail stores, hotels, museums and public buildings are turned into venues that showcase incredible local and regional talent. Performers include a Grammy-nominated rock and roll guitarist, an Earth, Wind and Fire Tribute band, jazz and classical musicians and an award winning DJ. Just $30 grants access to all the entertainment in over 30 indoor venues that feature more than 100 performances. Children 12 and under are free. Everything is within easy walking distances. The evening ends with dancing in the street and fireworks over the Potomac River at the foot of King Street. firstnightalexandria.org First Night Alexandria rings in the new year with fireworks over the Potomac River at the foot of King Street. Photo: J. Clifford for Visit Alexandria

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HOLIDAYS Live Entertainment at the White House Christmas Tree. Through Dec. 22, Tuesdays through Fridays, 5 to 8 PM; weekends, 1 to 8 PM. Closed Dec. 10 and 17. Performances by choirs, bands and dancers. thenationaltree.org. Downtown Holiday Market. Through Dec. 23, noon to 8 PM, daily. More than 150 exhibitors and artisans selling an array of

high-quality gift items including fine art, crafts, jewelry, pottery, photography and clothing. Market at F St. between Seventh and Ninth Streets NW. downtownholidaymarket.com. BZB Holiday Gift and Art Show. Dec. 8, 15, 21 and 22, 10 AM to 7 PM. Over 75 artisans will offer a wide variety of handcrafted, unique gifts, including fine jewelry, original artwork and

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The Christmas Revels. Dec. 8 to 16. The year is 1599. England is swept up in a flowering of music and drama and Will Kemp, master Shakespearean actor and fool, has become an overnight sensation by Morris dancing from London to Norwich in just nine days. The Queen is also on the way, and the locals enlist Kemp’s help to prepare a Winter play worthy of Her Majesty. But Elizabeth has left the trappings of court far behind and she has much more rustic entertainment in mind. $12 to $60. Lisner Auditorium at GWU. revelsdc.org. Spend a festive holiday evening with the Queen, Elizabeth the First that is. The year is 1599.

tion that depict the birth of Jesus by Gallery lecturer David Gariff. National Gallery of Art West Building’s Lecture Hall. nga.gov. A Tudor Christmas Celebration. Dec. 12, 6:45 PM. Tudor scholar Carol Ann Lloyd Stanger provides a colorful glimpse into how members of the Tudor dynasty, their courtiers and commoners marked the festive season. The evening concludes with a festive reception with foods inspired by the Tudor period. $90. S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Dr. SW. smithsonianassociates.org. NSO Pops: A Holiday Pops! Under the Mistletoe with Ashley Brown. Dec. 14 and 15. Fresh takes on comforting classics in this singalong tradition with the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) and The Washington Chorus. kennedy-center.org. Step Afrika! Magical Musical Holiday Step Show at the Atlas. Dec. 14 to 30. Celebrate the holidays with clapping, stomping and all around fun featuring furry friends from the Animal Kingdom and a special dance party with DJ Frosty the Snowman. $25 to $45. The Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE. atlasarts.org. Audubon Christmas Bird Count. Dec. 14 to Jan. 5. The Christmas Bird count will occur on one day between those dates. Read how to participate at audubon.org/conservation/ join-christmas-bird-count.

photography, home accessories, greeting cards, ornaments, men’s and women’s clothing and hats. Shiloh Baptist Church, 1510 Ninth St. NW. Rock-N-Shop Garage Sale. Dec. 16, 7 PM. Rock’n’Shop is one of DC’s longest-running craft sales. Its unique mix of local crafters, record dealers, shops, junk sellers, and great music offers a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. Black Cat, 1811 14th St. NW. blackcatdc.com. The Washington Ballet’s The Nutcracker. Through Dec. 28 at the Warner Theatre. Set in Georgetown with swirling snowflakes, cherry blossoms and historical characters. George Washington stars as the heroic nutcracker. warner.washingtonballet.org. A Christmas Carol at Ford’s. Through Dec. 30. Join the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future as they lead the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey of transformation and redemption. Ford’s Theatre, 511 10th St. NW. fords.org.

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Zoolights. Through Jan. 1, 5 to 9 PM, nightly. Closed Dec. 24, 25 and 31. Meander through the Zoo when it is covered with thousands of sparkling lights. Attend special keeper talks. Enjoy live entertainment. Free. National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave. NW. nationalzoo.si.edu. Season’s Greenings-All Aboard at the Botanic Garden. Through Jan. 1, 2019, daily, 10 AM to 5 PM. Explore America by train as “Season’s Greenings” showcases historic railroad stations across the country. Model trains chug around, below and above plant-based recreations of iconic depots from across the United States. Free. 100 Maryland Ave. SW. usbg.gov. Caroling in the Rotunda at the National Gallery of Art. Dec. 8, 9, 15 and 16, 1:30 and 2:30 PM. nga.gov. Gay Men’s Chorus The Holiday Show. Dec. 15 and 16. A holiday extravaganza returns with fabulous treats and festive holiday favorites. Lincoln Theatre, 1215 U St. NW. gmcw.org.

Classical Holiday Concert at Anderson House. Dec. 9, 4 PM. Amanda Dame, flautist, and Chelsea de Souza, pianist, perform classical favorites for the holiday season. Seating is first-come, first-served. Anderson House, 2118 Massachusetts Ave. NW. societyofthecincinnati.org. Jingle All The Way 5k and 15k. Dec. 9, 8 AM. The Jingle All the Way holiday themed race draws a huge crowd of costume-clad participants. The start and finish lines for both races are on 15th Street NW next to the Washington Monument. runpacers.com/race/ jingle-all-the-way-5k/course. Thomas Circle Singers “The Wonder of Christmas”. Dec. 9, 4 PM. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 4900 Connecticut Ave. NW. thomascirclesingers.org. The Christmas Story in Art. Dec. 11, 13, 14, 18 to 21 and 24, 1 PM. This is a 60-minute lecture about paintings in the permanent collec-

Navy Band Holiday Concerts. Dec. 15, 3 PM and 8 PM and Dec. 16, 3 PM. This concert combines the musical forces of multiple ensembles from the US Navy Band. Santa appears. Free. Tickets are online. Stand-by seats available. DAR Constitution Hall, 1776 D St. NW. navyband.navy.mil/holiday_concert. Folger Consort’s A Christmas Messe-Seasonal English Music. Dec. 15 to 23. The Folger’s 1619 manuscript A Christmas Messe, recounting a tussle between King Beef and King Brawn, offers lively accompaniment to a main course of beloved Yuletide music. With strings, harp, organist Webb Wiggins and an ensemble of voices. Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 East Capitol St. SE. folger.edu. Celebrate Kwanzaa at Dance Place. Dec. 15, 8 PM and Dec. 16, 4 PM. Join Coyaba Academy, Coyaba Dance Theater and special guests to celebrate the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Dance Place, 3225 Eighth St. NE. danceplace.org. Cathedral Choral Society: Joy of Christmas. Dec. 15, 2 PM and 7 PM; Dec. 16, 4 PM. This holiday concert includes Christmas favorites and a festive carol sing-along. The program will feature a newly commissioned carol by popular British composer Paul Mealor. Tickets are $25,

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up. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. nationalcathedral.org. Christmas Caroling at the World War II Memorial. Dec. 15, 4:30 PM. wwiimemorialfriends.org. Christmas with Choral Arts at the Kennedy Center. Dec. 16, 1 PM; Dec. 17, 7 PM and Dec. 24, 2 PM. The Choral Arts Society of Washington offers a program of popular holiday standards and seasonal Christmas classics. kennedy-center.org. Choir of the Church of the Epiphany Christmas Concert. Dec. 18, 12:10 PM. The Choir of the Church of the Epiphany offers well-known and contemporary repertoire for Christmas in a concert of seasonal readings and music. Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW. epiphanydc.org. NSO Handel’s Messiah. Dec. 20 to 23. Join the NSO to experience all of the hope, redemption and grace of Handel’s much-loved Messiah. Conducted by Nicholas McGegan. kennedy-center.org.

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Celebration of Christmas at the National Shrine. Dec. 24, Children’s Mass with Gospel Pageant, 5 PM; Musical Meditations on the Nativity, 10 PM; Solemn Vigil Mass, 10:30 PM. Dec. 25, Masses, 7:30 AM, 9 AM, 10:30 AM and 4:30 PM; Solemn Mass, noon; Spanish Mass, 2:30 PM. 400 Michigan Ave. NE. nationalshrine.com. Christmas Dinner For Those Who Are Alone or In Need. Dec. 25, 12:15 to 2 PM. Dining Room of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. This is a walk-in meal. Just show up. To volunteer, call 202-526-8300. 400 Michigan Ave. NE. nationalshrine.com.

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Kennedy Center Christmas Day Jazz Jam. Dec. 25, 6 PM. The Christmas Day Jazz Jam is a Millennium Stage tradition. Free. Kennedy Center. kennedy-center.org. Encore Chorale Presents Holiday Choral Concert. Dec. 26, 6 PM. The singers will present a program of seasonal standards and holiday rock n’ roll. No tickets are required. Kennedy Center Concert Hall. encorecreativity.org.

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Fiesta de los Reyes Magos. Jan. 6, 11:30 AM and 2 PM. GALA’s traditional Three Kings celebration features the Magi, live animals, local performers, a walk through the neighborhood and gifts for every child. Free tickets will be distributed at the GALA Box Office at 10 AM for the 11:30 a.m. show, and at noon for the 2 PM show. No tickets reserved by phone. Maximum six tickets per person in line. galatheatre.org.

MUSIC Music at Black Cat. Dec. 8, Eighties Mayhew and Mystery Friends; Dec. 12, Homosuperior; Dec. 13, Washington Social

Club; Dec. 14, Harry & the Potters; Dec. 14, Blur vs Oasis vs Pulp vs Suede; Dec. 15, Reverend Horton Heat; Dec. 18, Fuzzqueen; Dec. 19, Hammered Hulls; Dec. 20, Wanted Man; Dec. 21, The Max Levine Ensemble; Dec. 22, Color Palette; Dec. 23, The Messthetics; Dec. 26, Amateur on Plastic; Dec. 27, Poppy Patica; Dec. 28, Church Night Holiday Spectacular; Dec. 31, Black Cat New Yera’s Eve Ball; Jan. 12, Jon Spencer & The Hitmakers. Black Cat, 1811 14th St. NW. blackcatdc.com. Music at 9:30 Club. Dec. 8, Neal Brennan; Dec. 9, BenDeLaCreme & Jinkx Monsoon; Dec. 10, Gang of Youths; Dec. 11, Phosphorescent; Dec. 13 to 15, Thievery Corporation; Dec. 16, Cat Power; Dec. 19, The Oh Hellos Christmas Extravaganza; Dec. 20, Hiss Golden Messenger; Dec. 21, Snail Mail; Dec. 22, Big Something & Too Many Zooz; Dec. 23, Bad Santa 2; Dec. 27, Margo Price; Dec. 28, Pietasters; Dec. 29, GWAR; Dec. 31, White Ford Bronco: DC’s All 90s Band; Jan 3, Ozomatli; Jan 8, Noname and 9. 815 V St. NW. 930.com. Music at U Street Music Hall. Dec. 8, DMV Deep: DC’s House Party; Dec. 11, Eyedress; Dec. 12, Devotchka and Delta Heavy; Dec. 13, Marc Rebillet (live) and Mersiv & Dorfex Bos; Dec. 19, Glide; Dec. 20, Article; Dec. 21, Moombahton Massive Holiday Edition; Dec. 22, Bashment: A House of Caribbeans Ting; De. 23, The Slackers; Dec. 29, U Sleaze Holiday Party. U Street Music Hall, 1115 U St. NW. ustreetmusichall.com. Music at The Howard. Dec. 8, TRAP Karaoke; Dec. 13, The 85 South Show Live; Dec. 15, Les Nubians and Soca Palooza w/ Hypasounds; Dec. 16, Home for the Homeless [H4H] Funk & Comedy Jam; Dec. 20, The 5th Annual Raheem DeVaughn & Friends Holiday Charity Concert 2018; Dec. 21, Eric B. & Rakim; Dec. 22, State Property; Dec. 29, Tamar Braxton; Dec. 31, Reggae Fest New Year’s Eve All Black Affair; Jan. 3, Ruben Studdard Sings Luther Vandross; Jan. 4, Kool Keith; Jan. 12, Carnival Baby. Howard Theatre, 620 T St. NW. thehowardtheatre.com.

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“Inch by Inch” 120-Artist Exhibition at Touchstone Gallery. Through Dec. 23; Wednesdays to Fridays, 11 AM to 6 PM; , weekends, noon to 5 PM. Opening reception Dec. 8, 2 to 4 PM. “Inch by Inch” is a 120-artist group show of over two hundred works, each 100 square inches or less. Touchstone Gallery, 901 New York Ave. NW. touchstonegallery.com.

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Music at Hill Country. Dec. 8, Troll Tribe; Dec. 21, Ward Davis; Dec. 22, Left Lane Cruiser; Dec. 27, Michelle Hannan & One Blue Night (Duo); Dec. 29, Fat Night; Dec. 31, The Band of Heathens; Jan. 8, Jackson Dean; Jan. 10, Ryan Culwell. Hill Country Live, 410 Seventh St. NW. hillcountry.com/dc. Music at City Winery. Dec. 8, Conya Doss; Dec. 13, Bettye LaVette; Dec. 14, the Blackbyrds; Dec. 15, Zo & Carmen Rodgers; Dec. 16, Carol Riddick; Dec. 16, Dan Zanes & Claudia Eliaza with Pauline Jean-A Sensory

Friendly Holiday Sing Along; Dec. 18, PJ Morgan Holiday Show; Dec. 20, Chely Wright and Lynne Fiddmont; Dec. 21 and 22, An Evening With Los Lobos; Dec. 24, Judy Gold; Dec. 27 and 28, Bilal; Dec. 28, Proper Utensils Band; Dec. 29, Joseph Arthur; Dec. 31, Black Alley NYE Party; Jan. 2, J2B2 (John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band); Jan. 3, An Evening with Glenn Jones; Jan. 5, Trina Broussard; Jan. 6, Paris Combo; Jan. 7, Tiffany; Jan. 8, Tygressa Sings Natalie Cole; Jan. 12, EagleMania - The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute Band. City Winery, 1350 Okie St. NE. citywinery.com/washingtondc. Music at Union Stage. Dec. 8, Cloud Nothings; Dec. 16, Griffin House; Dec. 19, Free Acoustic Open Mic; Dec. 20, The 9 Holiday Show; Dec. 21, Black Masala; Dec. 28, The Kendall Street Company & The Vagabonds; Dec. 29, The Werks; Dec. 30, David Wax Museum; Dec. 31, Funk (with soul) vs. Bluegrass New Year Eve’s Party; Jan 8, Ashlee Simpson; Jan. 9, Mdou Moctar; Jan. 10, Dan Navarro; Jan. 11, Toby Lightman; Jan. 12, Roamfest ‘19 Show #1. Union Stage, 740 Water St. SW. unionstage.com. Music at Rock and Roll Hotel. Dec. 8, Schmalls Fest; Dec. 11, Caamp; Dec. 13, Cavetown; Dec. 14, The Japanese House; Dec. 15, White Ford Bronco; Dec. 19, Good Old War; Dec. 22, Happy Borthday, Freeez; Dec. 31, New Year’s Eve Blowout; Jan. 5, The Reflex; Jan. 12, Got My Own Sound. Rock and Roll Hotel, 1353 H St. NE. rockandrollhoteldc.com. Music at Pearl Street Warehouse. Dec. 8, Chopteeth; Dec. 9, Women Who Rock the 90s; Dec. 16, Adam Ezra Group; Dec. 20, Wil Gravatt; Dec. 21, The Nighthawks; Dec. 22, Micah Robinson; Dec. 28, Eli Lev & The Fortunes Found; Dec. 31, A Blues, Rock & Soul New Year’s Eve; Jan. 3, Americana Night; Jan. 4, Soul Crackers; Jan. 5, All-Star Graceland Tribute Band; Jan. 11, Bobby Thompson Trio. Pearl Street Warehouse, 33 Pearl St. SW, pearlstreetwarehouse.com. Music at the Lincoln. Dec. 8, 15 and 16, Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington-The Holiday Show. The Lincoln Theatre, 1215 U St. NW. thelincolndc.com. Music at Ivy City Smokehouse. Dec. 9, Rafale Pollo Brito Gaitero; Dec. 11 and 18, J. Peter Loftus; Dec. 15, Chuck Brown Band; Dec. 31, New Year’s Eve. Ivy City Smokehouse, 1356 Okie St. NE. ivycitysmokehouse.com. Music at the Phillips. Dec. 9, Magnus Holmander, clarinet and Henrik Måwe, piano; Dec. 16, Violinist Virgil Boutellis-Taft and pianist JuYoung Park; Jan. 13, Calidore String Quartet. Reservations are recommended. Online reservations are available until 12 hours before each concert. Tickets are $45; $25 for members; $20 students with ID, and $5 for ages 8 to 18. Museum admission is included. The Phillips Collection, 1600 21st St. NW. phillipscollection.org. Blue Monday Blues in Southwest. Every Monday, 6 to 9 PM. Dec. 10, Moonshine Society; Dec. 17, Mark Wenner’s Blues Warriors; Dec. 23 (Sunday), Vince Evans Christmas Folk Blues; Dec. 31, 9 PM to 12:30 AM, New Year’s Eve Celebration, Lil Margie & the Blues Brothers, $30 ticket ($40 after Dec. 15). $5 cover. Children are free under 16 years old. Reasonably priced meals offered. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 400 I St. SW. westminsterdc.org. Music at Sixth and I. Dec. 11, Bayside (Acoustic); Dec. 15, Darlingside. Sixth and I, 600 I St. NW. sixthandi.org.

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Music at Botanic Garden’s Season’s Greenings. 6 PM. Dec. 11, Samovar (Russian folk); Dec. 13, Dial 251 for Jazz (contemporary jazz); Dec. 18, Tony Craddock, Jr. & Cold Front (smooth jazz); Dec. 20, The Capital Hearings (a cappella); and Dec. 27, Capital Accord Chorus (choral). Free. 100 Maryland Ave. SW. usbg.gov.

An Irish Carol at Keegan Theatre. Dec. 13 to 31. The story, an homage to Dickens’ classic, is told as only the Irish can. An Irish Carol follows one evening in the life of David, a wealthy pub owner who has distanced himself from others and lost touch with his own humanity in the interest of self-protection and material success. Keegan Theatre, 1742 Church St. NW. keegantheatre.com.

THEATER AND FILM How to Keep an Alien. Through Dec. 16. How to Keep an Alien offers a comedic, global perspective on immigration. $35 to $45. Dance Loft on 14, 4618 14th St. NW. solasnua.org. Anything Goes. Through Dec. 23. Unlikely alliances arise as mischief and mayhem ensue in this madcap musical by beloved composer and Tony Award winner Cole Porter. arenastage.org. An Inspector Calls. Through Dec. 23. A festive evening at the home of the Birlings, a well-heeled British family, is suddenly punctured by a mysterious visitor: a grim inspector investigating the death of a young woman. shakespearetheatre.org. Indecent. Through Dec. 30. In 1923, the Broadway debut of Sholem Asch’s Yiddish drama God of Vengeance set the stage for an explosive moment in theatrical history. The evocative work of Jewish culture was praised and criticized for taboo themes of censorship, immigration and anti-Semitism. arenastage.org.

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Edgewood Civic Association. Last Monday, 7 to 9 PM. Edgewood senior building, 635 Edgewood St. NE, Ninth Floor. Logan Circle Citizens Association. Visit logancircle. org/calendar for meeting dates and times. logancircle.org.

Jazz Night in Southwest. Every Friday, 6 to 9 PM. Dec. 14, Tribute to Lena Horne; Dec. 15, Thinking About Jazz-Lena Horne: Jazz Voice to Political Activist; Dec. 21, Benjie Porecki’s Holiday Celebration; Dec. 28, Kristine Key Sings. $5 cover. Children are free under 16 years old. Reasonably priced meals offered. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 400 I St. SW. westminsterdc.org. Music at The Anthem. Dec. 14, Lindsey Stirling; Dec. 15, O.A.R.; Dec. 31, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue; Jan. 10, DC101 Meltdown. The Anthem, 901 Wharf St. SW. theanthemdc.com.

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Mount Vernon Square Neighborhood Association. Third Tuesday, 7:30 to 9:30 PM. Yale Steam Laundry, 437 New York Ave. NW. lifein.mvsna.org. U Street Neighborhood Association. Second Thursday, 7 to 8:30 PM. Source, 1835 14th St. NW. Caroline Dubberly, Christian Montgomery, Kevin Adams, Timothy Lynch, Josh Sticklin. Photo: Mike Kozemchak

She the People. Through Jan. 6. An all-female, all-star team of The Second City’s most fearless, tuned-in sketch comics roasts the patriarchy and reclaims at least two hours of absolutely hilarious time. Woolly Mammoth, 641 D St. NW. woollymammoth.net. Billy Elliot the Musical. Through Jan. 6. Based on the powerful and acclaimed film, all 11-year-old Billy wants to do is dance. Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave. Shirlington, VA. Free parking in two adjacent public garages. sigtheatre.org. Talley’s Folly. Dec. 7 to 30. Talley’s Folly is set on a moonlit night in 1944 Missouri, a middle-aged Jewish accountant, has only one chance of a 31 year-old ‘old maid’ from a bigoted Protestant family. Performed at GALA Hispanic Theatre. theaterj.org. Oh, God. Dec. 12 to Jan. 13. In this witty and touching play, a psychotherapist, single mother of an autistic child, gets a visit from a new and desperate patient: God. The Atlas, 1333 H St. NE. mosaictheater.org. Kings. Dec. 12 to Jan. 6. Representative Sydney Millsap rides a “Blue Wave” into DC, arriving armed with her ideals and sense of duty. She refuses to play by the rules of special interests or her own party. Studio The-

atre, 1501 14th St. NW. studiotheatre.org. Driving Miss Daisy. Dec. 13 to 23. Thursdays to Saturdays, 8 PM; Sunday, 3 PM. It’s the deep south in 1948 and an elderly widow has just demolished another car. Over her protestations, her son has hired, a black man, to be her chauffeur. Thus begins a 25-year relationship. Anacostia Playhouse, 2020 Shannon Pl. SE. anacostiaplayhouse.com.

CIVIC LIFE Congresswoman Norton’s NW District Office. Open weekdays, 9 AM to 5:30 PM. 90 K St. NE. 202-408-9041. norton.house.gov. Convention Center Community Association. Last Tuesday, 7 to 8:30 PM. Kennedy Rec Center, 1401 Seventh St. NW. facebook. com/pages/Convention-Center-Community. East Central Civic Association of Shaw. First Monday, 7 PM. Third Baptist Church, 1546 Fifth St. NW. Contact: Al Hajj Mahdi Leroy J Thorpe Jr, 202-387-1596. Eckington Civic Association. First Monday, 7 to 8:30 PM. Harry Thomas Recreation Center,

ANC 1A. Second Wednesday, 7 PM. Harriet Tubman Elementary School, 3101 13th St. NW. anc1a.org.

ANC 1B. First Thursday, 6:30 PM. DC Housing Finance Agency, 815 Florida Ave. NW. anc1b.org. ANC 1B11. Second Monday, 7 PM. LeDroit Senior Building, 2125 Fourth St. NW. anc1b.org. ANC 1B04. First Thursday, 6:30 PM. Banneker Recreation Center, 2500 Georgia Ave. NW. groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/ANC1B04/info. ANC 1C. First Wednesday, 7 PM. Mary’s Center for Maternal and Child Health, 2355 Ontario Rd. NW. anc1c.org. ANC 1D. Third Tuesday, 7 PM. 3166 Mount Pleasant St. NW. anc1d.org. ANC 2C. First Wednesday, 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Watha T. Daniel Library, 1630 Seventh St. NW. anc2C.org. ANC 6E. First Tuesday, 6:30 PM. Meeting at Watha T. Daniel Library, 1630 Seventh St. NW. anc6e.org. Have an item for the Calendar? Email the information to bulletinboard@hillrag.com. u

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e decided to check out Franklin Hall, where DC Mayor Muriel Bowser celebrated her re-election last month. Bowser chose a good spot for her victory celebration. Franklin Hall, which can accommodate up to 300, is ideal for large gatherings. The “American” beer hall is ensconced in Shaw’s historic Manhattan Laundry Building. Built in 1877, the complex originally housed a traction fa-

nara sauce, frito pie, Brussels sprouts lettuce wraps and burgers, including a black bean veggie version. Tin Shop sister restaurants are Church Hall (in Georgetown), RS Sports Bar (downtown), Ivy City Big Chief (Ivy City), Highline Rust and Relaxation (Arlington). Located at 1348 Florida Ave. NW, Franklin Hall is open nightly, plus weekend lunch/brunch. Call 202-750-8646 or visit franklinhalldc.com.

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hall where Mayor Muriel Bowser Franklin Hall, the lively American beer to our nation’s founding fathers. celebrated her re-election, is a nod

cility for a streetcar company. In 1892, the space was converted into a printing plant, and became a laundry in 1905. Created by Geoff Dawson and Peter Bayne of Tin Shop Bar & Restaurant Development, Franklin Hall opened in June 2017. The moniker is a nod to founding father Benjamin Franklin. Seated at communal tables and a long bar, patrons can watch sports on several huge TVs while choosing from 24 draft beers, wine and cocktails. After placing orders at the bar, customers retrieve their victuals at the carryout window. Food is definitely secondary. By far, the tastiest item we tried was the jumbo pretzel ($10), served piping hot with melted Port City beer cheese. Among the kitchen’s highly touted “all day” breakfast tacos, our carnitas taco was disappointing. Only a few strands of pork lurked under soggy scrambled eggs. Grilled sausage is a better choice; Polish kielbasa is smothered with chili and cheese whiz and sprinkled with pickled jalapenos. Other choices include crispy chicken wings, fried mozzarella sticks with mari-

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Coming soon, (hopefully) next summer to NoMa: Brookland-based pizzeria Menomale (Italian for “thank goodness”) and sister deli Salumeria 2703. You’ll find the 3,000-square-foot establishment in the Belgard apartment building at 33 N St. NE. The building will also house Sweet Science coffee shop. Operated by the wife-and-husband team of Maria Rusciano and Naples native Ettore Rusciano, Menomale creates pizzas with ingredients from southern Italy’s Campania. Pies are fired in a hand-built wood-fired oven. A best seller is the spicy Diavola with for di latte mozzarella, salami, red peppers and San Marzano tomatoes. For updates visitwww.menomale.us.com. Heading to Shaw is an offshoot of Scott Parker’s northern Virginia popular pubs Don Tito and A-Town Bar and Grill. The DC outpost will settle in the Atlantic Plumbing Building at 2108 Eighth St. NW, replacing recently departed Tasty Burger.

Tiki Holidays

Fed up with winter already? You have until the end of December to cozy up at the U Street corridor’s Archipelago. The popular tiki watering hole is among a dozen, coast-to-coast, hosting tiki Christmas pop-ups. Veteran mixologist Jeff “Beachbum” Berry teamed up with award-winning bartender Brad Smith to create holiday-themed cocktails. Glassware also features a tropical twist, such as Santa riding a surfboard instead of a sleigh. Archipelago is known for its retro tropical drinks (a la Trader Vic’s, which departed Washington in 1995 but still has locations worldwide). Archipelago is located at 1201 U St. NW; popup hours are Sunday to Thursday, 5 p.m. to 12 a.m.; Friday and Saturday until 3 a.m. For more information call 202-627-0794 or visitwww.archipelagobardc.com.

More Holiday Cheer

You have until year’s end to enjoy Miracle on Seventh Street, back for the fourth year to 1843 Seventh St. NW. Among highlights are images of DC’s beloved pandas, a Hanukkah mural, a giant New Year’s Eve ball and a mistletoe “kissing” photo booth. To drink: funky cocktails, including Snow Angels, Ice Skating, Cookie Dough & Snuggles. On Dec. 31, Miracle will serve dinner from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. At 9:30, the party gets rolling as Taittinger Champagne hosts New Year’s Eve. The $20 tab will include a glass of Champagne, punches, party favors and a countdown inside the Miracle New Year’s Eve Ball. For tickets go to Eventbrite or purchase them at the door. For more information, visit www.popupbardc.com.

Casual Gaslighting

A jumbo pretzel, served with Port City beer cheese, highlights Franklin Hall’s casual menu.

Shaw’s Gaslight Tavern, 2012 Ninth St. NW, is going casual, swapping fancy shrimp cocktails and oysters for down-home burgers and sandwiches. Chef Brendan L’Etoile (who also wields his whisk at sister restaurant Chez Billy Sud) shapes burgers from Allen Brothers prime beef, enhanced with American cheese, onion escabeche, lettuce, kimchi, bacon, fried egg and the like. Sides include fries, spicy broccoli rabe and Brussels sprouts. There’s also a veggie burger, and fennel sausage with broc-

coli rabe, provolone, and cherry peppers. Gaslight Tavern is open nightly (except Monday when it’s closed). Call 202-864-6272 or visit www. gaslight-dc.com.

Winterfest at Wundergarten

Through Dec. 16, you can pick up Hanukkah and Christmas gifts at the second annual artisan holiday market and tree lot at Wundergarten, 1101 First St. NE. In partnership with NoMa Business Improvement District, the tented bar will sell local winter beers, spiked hot cider, Irish coffee and peppermint schnapps hot chocolate. Caliburger and Timber Pizza will provide warming victuals. A weekend market for holiday gift shopping will feature wares from Zeke’s Coffee, Who Dog Knits and more.

Chefs Award

Congrats to Radiator, the snazzy hotspot at 1430 Rhode Island Ave. NW. Last month, at the Restaurant Association of Washington’s Chilean Chefs Challenge, Radiator executive chef Jonathan Dearden took Judges Food Choice. His entry: Glacier aji Amarillo spiced salmon. The Embassy of Chile, ProChile, RAMW and various sponsors hosted the festive event at the National Restaurant Association headquarters in downtown Washington.

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Patsy Fleming minored in art at Vassar College. Originally from Detroit but a Washingtonian since the 1960s, the artist sidelined her love of painting while she pursued a storied career in government, first working for the Congressional Black Caucus and later as the director of national AIDS policy under Clinton from 1994 to 1997. Now in her 80s and free to follow her true passion full-time, Fleming has assembled a grouping of figurative work, a genre for which she is best known, for her current exhibition, “The Eleventh Woman.” Fleming paints in a brightly colored primary palette in acrylic and selects medium-sized, generally 3040-inch frames, for her compositions. She begins using a live model. The artist explains that “in the model

I may see a reflection of love or grief or desire, and I impose my own history on the figure.” The name of the exhibition is somewhat of a mystery as I have been unable to find any cultural or historic reference to the Eleventh Woman. Fleming, however, explains the title as follows: “And who is the eleventh woman? She’s the ideal, the unrealizable, both other and self, who lives only in our imagination.”

Hamiltonian

Hamiltonian Gallery has partnered with the School of the Alternative (SOTA), an experimental school located in Black Mountain, North Carolina, to produce a group exhibition, “Inspiration in Action.” SOTA board members Chelsea Regan and Adam Void curated the exhibition, which is made up of current and past Hamiltonian Fellows who participated in the school’s curriculum. Artists include Kyle Bauer, Heather Theresa Clark, Zach Cooper, Rachel Guardiola, Patrick Harkin, Shaun Haugen, Jackie Huntington, Beth Kerr and Tim Kerr, Kasey Kinsella, Yujin Lee, Antonio McAfee, Michael Kranifeld Mavretic, Alex Mikev, Paolo Morales, Rives Wiley and Ellen Xu. SOTA’s mission is “to provide a passiondriven model of education that encourages greater possibilities Patsy Fleming, “The Girl in the Woman.” Acrylic on canvas, 40 x 30 inches. for thought, creation Image: Foundry Gallery

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Kyle Bauer, “Branched Jet Head, Empire Wahoo,” 2018. Plywood, plaster and steel cable (custom installation available upon request), 108 x 34 x 34 inches. Image: Patrick Harkin, courtesy Hamiltonian Gallery

and collective action. Instead of a traditional classroom environment, our campus supports a collectively built, self-directed approach to learning, which gives opportunity for all participants to learn and teach.” In this vein, the artists participating in the exhibition were asked, “What is one thing you have always wanted to do, but haven’t,” before creating work. In addition to the multimedia works on view inspired by the artist’s collective experience at SOTA, a series of performance will take place at the gallery on Saturday, Dec. 15, from 1 to 6 p.m. as part of the overall exhibition and experience.

Long View Gallery

While Lori Katz is better known as a ceramicist, her new series of untitled work at Long View Gallery will include two-dimensional paint-

ings alongside her stoneware, which she mounts on panels, giving the appearance of a two-dimensional work. Katz applies mixed media, mostly acrylic paint and gels with the incorporation of embedded wire, on board. Of her work Katz states, “I am intrigued by contrast, the play of dark against light, the pull of empty space against the inclination to fill it up, the placement of line and shape, the use of subtle texture, balance. Several years ago, I began working almost exclusively in a palette of black and white in what was a conscious effort to simplify process and design. Lately, color is finding its way back in as my work continues to evolve. I have learned that in the end, process is never simple and good design is always balanced and strong.”

Lori Katz, “Untitled.” Mixed media (gel mediums, acrylic paint, wire) on wood panel. Image: Courtesy of the artist

Touchstone Gallery

Touchstone gallery presents its annual “Inch by Inch” exhibition with over 200 works by 120 artists, each working on a surface of 100 or fewer square inches. The list of artists includes: Steve Alderton, David Alfuth, Nataliya Andreyeva, Linda Bankerd, Sara Bardin, Veronica Barker-Barzel, Darniesha Beach,

Katherine Becker, Dorian Berman, Valerie Bernat, Joan Bixler, Madison Bolls, Stephen Borko, Adam Bradley, Jill Brantley, Richard Braswell, Dana Brotman, Kelly Burke, Sally Canzoneri, Ella Clayton, Diane Cooper Cabe, Marcia Coppel, Susi Cora, Ali Corser, Tory Cowles, Lea CraigieMarshall, Charlie Dale, Sally Davies, Mari DeMaris, Jerry Desantis, Matailong Du, Julia Dzikiewicz, Maureen Farrell, Ryan Feipel, Elaine Florimonte, Betsy Forster, Christopher Fowler, Jeanne Garant , Ric Garcia, Judith Giuliani, Evan Goldman, Rosabel Goodman-Everard, Heike Gramckow, Tracie Griffith Tso, Jewel Ham, Robin Harris, Nakia Heard, Michael Holt, Robert Hunter, Warren Jackson, Pauline Jakobsberg, Timothy Johnson, Carolyn Johnson, Anna Katalkina, Cookie Kerxton, Makda Kibour, Harvey Kupferberg, Michael Lang, Paula Lantz, Deborah Lash, Joyce Lee, Eric Lesigne, Dee Levinson, Amani Lewis, Linda Lowery, Ruth Lozner, Rosemary Luckett , Nipun Manda, Kate McConnell, Pete McCutchen, Theresa McFadden, Dale McGrath, McCain McMurray, Mike McSorley, Vatsala Menon, Sonya Michel, Carol Moore, Barb Mowery, Diane Mularz, Hernan Murno, Anh T. Nguyen, Charlene Nield, Linda Norton, Mary D. Ott, Nancy Ramsey, Sarah Renzi Sanders, Pamela Reynolds, BD Richardson, Teresa Roberts Logan, Carolyn Rogers, Em Ruf, Colleen Sabo, Amy Sabrin, Azadeh Sahraeian, Claudia Samper, Stephen Schiff, Bushra Shamma, Janathel Shaw, Jennifer Singleton, Jasmin Smith, Maureen M.Squires, Brian Szente, Elena Tchernomazova, Lisa Tureson, Arpita Upadhyaya, Anne VanderWall, Rosa Vera, Gale Wallar, Steve Wanna, Patricia Williams, Jenny Wu, Dale Youngkin, Alexey Zoob. Phil Hutinet is the publisher of East City Art, DC’s alternative art source. For more information visit www.eastcityart.com. u

In Galleries: Gallery Neptune & Brown 1530 14th St. NW 202-986-1200 www.neptunefineart.com Hours: Wed. to Sat., 12-7 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m. Through Dec. 29 Joseph Keiffer, “Traveling Light” Foundry Gallery 2118 Eighth St. NW 202-232-0203 www.foundrygallery.org Hours: Wed. to Sun., 1-7 p.m. Through Dec. 30 Patsy Fleming, “The Eleventh Woman” Hamiltonian Gallery 1353 U St. NW 202-332-1116 www.hamiltoniangallery.com Hours: Tues. to Sat., 12-6 p.m. Through Dec. 31 “Inspiration into Action,” curated by Chelsea Regan and Adam Void Hemphill Fine Arts 1515 14th St. NW 202-234-5601 www.hemphillfinearts.com Hours: Tues. to Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Through Dec. 15 Renee Stout, “When 6 Is 9: Visions of a Parallel Universe” Long View Gallery 1234 Ninth St. NW 202-232-478 www.longviewgallerydc.com Hours: Wed. to Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Through Dec. 31 Lori Katz, “Untitled” Touchstone Gallery 901 New York Ave. NW 202-347-2787 www.touchstonegallery.com Hours: Wed. to Fri., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Weekends, 12-5 p.m. Through Dec. 23 “Inch by Inch” group exhibition

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NBM Community Day

On Friday, Dec. 16, 1 to 4 p.m., close out the National Building Museum’s (NBM) anniversary year with talks and activities presented by the 1968/2018 Collaborative, a group of organizations and people engaged in programming related to DC in 1968. Free, drop-in. All ages. National Building Museum, 401 F St. NW. nbm.org.

Pick-Up/Drop-Off Zone Pilot Program Expands

Following a 30-day notice and com-

ment period, The DC Dept. of Transpiration (DDOT) will create two new pick-up/drop-off pilot locations. These 24-hour passenger and commercial loading zones will be located at 14th and U Streets NW and in Union Market. Comments can be filed in writing with the District Department of Transportation, Transportation Operations Administration at 55 M Street, SE.

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Craig Wallace as Ebenezer Scrooge and Rayanne Gonzales as the Ghost of Christmas Present in the 2017 production of “A Christmas Carol” at Ford’s Theatre. Photo: Carol Rosegg

Ford’s Raises Money for Homeless Children

Ford’s Theatre Society has selected DC’s Homeless Children’s Playtime Project (CPP) as recipient of this year’s donation drive inspired by the themes of charity in “A Christmas Carol.” CPP partners with homeless shelters in DC to create safe and fun play spaces for the children where they live. Their trauma-informed programs help restore normalcy by providing opportunities for children to learn and heal through play. They empower children to make choices, express themselves, build friendships and find support. During curtain calls the “A Christmas Carol” company collects donations. Patrons may also make donations through the Ford’s Theatre Box Office. fords.org.

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Swampoodle Park Opens

The NoMa Parks Foundation opened Swampoodle Park, at the intersection of Third and L Streets NE, on Nov. 17. The 8,000-plus-square-foot park offers a play structure for children, a dedicated space for dogs, public seating, as well as trees and other plantings. Swampoodle Park was designed by District landscape architecture firm Lee and Associates, with substantial input from the NoMa community provided through multiple public meetings and surveys. It is named for the late-19th-century, largely Irish neighborhood that once defined the area of the park’s location. For more information, visit www.nomaparks.org/third-and-l-street-park.

fordable health insurance at DCHealthLink.com before Jan. 31, 2019. DCL is the District’s online state-based health insurance marketplace established under the Affordable Care Act. 96 percent of District residents covered by health insurance. More than 16,000 residents are covered through individual policies purchased on DCL individual policies and another 77,000 people through the website’s small business marketplace.

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The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is considered the most effective poverty alleviation public policy tool in the country. In DC over 50,000 low-income Washingtonians benefit, receiving over $175 million from both the federal and the DC EITC. However, an estimated 20,000 EITC-eligible Washingtonian families are do not take advantage of this key tax credit. The majority of

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Home Purchase Assistance Program (HPAP)

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these families reside in Wards 7 and 8. Find out about the EITC on Dec. 12, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the True Reformer Building/Public Welfare Foundation, 1200 U St. NW. For more information, contact Joseph Leitmann-Santa Cruz at jleitmann-santacruz@ caab.org.

DC Hypothermia Hotline

Call the Shelter Hotline, 202399-7093, when you see a homeless person who may be impacted by extreme temperatures. Reach the hotline at 211 or uposh@upo. org. Families seeking emergency shelter should go to the Virginia Williams Family Resource Center (VWFRC) at 920-A Rhode Island

Adorable Advocates

Dozens of students at Cleveland Elementary School in Shaw drew and wrote their feelings about the need for a middle school in their neighborhood and sent their drawings and letters to the DC Council as part of efforts to fight

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for getting a new middle school built on the site of the old Shaw Junior High School at 925 Rhode Island Avenue, NW. Mayor Bowser recently proposed building a new Banneker Academic High School on the site, despite a decade of promises that a new middle school would be built there.

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The Cost of Juvenile Trauma A Three Part Series

by Jonetta Rose Barras

government agencies, including public schools. welve-year-old Talayia Richardson wore “If [the problem] is in your family, it’s an ACE, a lovely flowered sun dress that complibut if it’s an outsider it’s still pretty horrible but mented her milk chocolate-colored skin; it’s considered a trauma.” her long black hair was perfectly coifed; “It probably doesn’t matter which one it is the sun seemed to burst across her smilbecause they all create some of the same probing face as DC Attorney General Karl Racine lems for kids,” added Sandalow. (D) introduced her at a 2018 youth roundtable Trauma inducing experiences can range organized with Ward 6 DC Council member from abuse and neglect, parental abandonment Charles Allen (D). Showcasing local winners or incarceration, bullying, living in a home of the “Do the Write Thing” essay contest, the where there is chronic unemployment and event featured voices of students from tradipalpable poverty, including not having enough tional and charter schools, whose views frefood to eat or being unable to wash your clothquently are drowned out by adults. ing, living in a household where there is obvi“Growing up in Washington, DC, I have ous substance abuse and its attending effects seen more violence than any child should,” and witnessing domestic violence or general said Talayia, a student at the Wheatley Educommunity violence. cation Campus; her serenity belied the grav“Trauma is ubiquitous” said Tanya Royster, ity of her history. As an infant sitting in a car Davon Harris, a senior at Richard Wright Public Charter School for Journalism and MD, director of the DC Department of Beseat, she was nearly killed by a random bullet Media Arts. Photo: UDC Television Interview Photo: Ed Jones, Jr. UDC-TV havioral Health. “Young people all across this that whizzed just past her head. She heard that city are traumatized. And some of it is primary story from her parents. ple in the District—and adults--are severely damtrauma. Some of it is secondary trauma, but it’s The loss of her “Uncle Brock to senseless viaged by similar encounters with violence. Some trauma none the less.” olence” was her narrative to own. Locked in her experiences are up-close and personal; others are Despite that acknowledgment of the breadth memory, it surfaced in her essay. “His murdermore distant. Collectively, they form an unhealed and depth of trauma, the District has not offered a er was never found. No one answered lingering public wound that is felt in every ward of the city, sustained and coordinated response to what legitiquestions. Why did someone want Uncle Brock without regard for race or class. mately can be described as an epidemic, according dead? Why did no one ever come forward who Consider that the 2016 National Survey of to advocates, parents, teachers, mental health spewitnessed this horrific act of violence and tell who Children’s Health found that 47 percent of DC did it,” continued Talayia. “As a result, my family children and youth experienced two was scarred permanently.” or more traumatic events as described Davon Harris, a senior at Richard Wright Pubby the Adverse Childhood Experience lic Charter School for Journalism and Media Arts, (ACE), which grew out of a 1998 study suffered his own mental and emotional distress. As conducted by Kaiser Permanente and a young boy, he watched helplessly as his mother the Centers for Disease Control and was abused. The domestic violence stopped only afPrevention. The local rate is far greater ter she lost her job and the family was evicted from than the national average of less than their home, scattering the members of the house30 percent. hold, including his two siblings—each went to live Researchers have concluded that with separate aunts. children ages 6 to 17 who experience Homeless for nearly three years, Davon and his two or more ACEs are twice as likely to mother moved from shelter to shelter or from shelbe disengaged from school compared to ter to transitional housing. “The transitional houspeers who have no ACEs. ing was so bad, there were times I wished we were “Trauma can be any extreme bad in a shelter,” he told me. During those dark days he experience,” explained Judith Sanwas depressed; “I expressed it as anger.” dalow, director of the DC Children’s Law Center, which represents as many as 5,000 children to ensure they receive A Mass of Pain Judith Sandalow, director of the DC Children’s Law Center, which represents as many the services they need and deserve from The minds and memories of thousands of young peoas 5,000 children to ensure they receive the services they need and deserve from government agencies. Photo: Ed Jones, Jr. UDC-TV

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cialists and even some government workers with whom I spoke. Most egregious is that there are inadequate numbers of mental health personnel in the city’s public schools, where many children and teens spend most of their time. Further, there are few available community treatment facilities. Consider that an Oct 30, 2017 report by DC Auditor Kathy Patterson of how eight elementary schools were spending funds allotted for socialemotional staffing indicated that at Moten in Ward 8 there was only one social worker and one psychologist for a population of 421 students. At Barnard in Ward 4, there was only one social worker and a half-time psychologist for a population of 642 students; that school also included an attendance counselor in the category of social-emotional staffers, according to the audit report. At-large DC Council member David Grosso, chairman of the Committee on Education and Libraries, acknowledged that getting a handle on trauma is important to transforming the city’s public schools. “I firmly believe that we will not close the achievement gap until we effectively address the trauma that our students are facing.” He said that after many years, “for the first time, [the city is] taking stock of school climates and their effect on our students’ mental health, as required by my Youth Suicide Prevention Act.”

Is It Enough?

Educators and other school-based staff have said no. “Interviewees who called for additional socialemotional resources emphasized that more attention to behavioral issues would reduce disruptions and impediments to learning, thereby benefiting all students,” Patterson wrote in her audit report. “Trauma can affect children’s language development, inhibit their academic achievement and make it difficult to form relationships with both peers and adults,” explained Sandalow, who for the past five years has advocated for more trauma-informed or trauma-sensitive schools in DC. “Traumatized children may develop hyper-vigilance, emotional withdrawal or dissociation, and spend the school day focusing solely on their safety—making it impossible to learn.” Racine said he and his team of lawyers have witnessed the fragile state of childhood in DC through the cases they represent like those associated with DC Child and Family Services Agency (CFSA) as well as child support requests. “In case after case [we] read psychological and psycho-social evaluations done for youth in the justice system and see signs of trauma.” The Youth Risk Behavior Survey of 2017 conducted by The Office of the State Superintendent

of Education (OSSE) queried 8,578 high school students and 8,799 middle schoolers. The results echo Racine’s assertion. Many middle schoolers--16.2 percent of African-Americans, 18.5 percent of Hispanics, 6.1 percent of whites and 11.5 percent of Asians-- reported missing school one or more days because they said they felt unsafe. An increasing number, according to the survey, had been involved in fights, undoubtedly part of their attempt to protect themselves in what they perceived as a hostile environment. Meanwhile, 26.7 percent of the survey’s middle school respondents said they carried a weapon, an increase from 23.1 percent two years previously. Nationally, noted Racine, as much as 90 percent of youth in the juvenile justice system report experiencing a traumatic event. On average, 70 percent of them have mental health disorders, and approximately 30 percent suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Of youth aged 10 to 18 in a juvenile detention center, 92.5 percent have experienced at least one traumatic event, with a median average of six traumatic occurrences. Scientists have found that the brain structure of children who experience chronic trauma often is permanently altered. Moreover, the constant state of alertness triggered by trauma instigates the release of stress hormones that can result in a child or youth being in the constant state of “fight, flight or freeze.” In such a condition, said Racine, “it is hard for the other parts of the brain to work.”

Beyond Guns

District officials, advocates, civic leaders and the media have focused a disproportionate amount of attention on trauma triggered by gun violence. Unquestionably that is concerning, and solutions should be sought. However, injuries from other traumas, including those attached to chronic poverty, have been equally damaging, affecting children and youth in the District in ways that go ignored. Finesse Graves is illustrative of that fact. She may have never met Talayia or Davon. However, their stories intersect at the crossroad of trauma and pain: “I was raped when I was going to get drugs for [my mother] when I was a child,” Finesse told me recently as we sat inside the parent conference room at her daughter’s school. “These are things that I don’t tell people about. I don’t want to talk about them.” At one point in her youth, Finesse knocked on the door of the foster care agency in Maryland, pleading to be admitted. “When I was younger, I used to go to the library; they used to always have

posters up about people adopting kids. They make it look like it’s a happy story. All you have to do is sign up and you get adopted. She told the folks at the agency her grandmother was very sick; her mother was a heroin addict who was in and out of her life. The foster care worker said Finesse “needed to be experiencing some type of trauma. I explained to her I was living in trauma. “When my grandmother died, I went backwards,” continued Finesse. “Things started flashing in my head: ‘Why am I going through this? What am I here for? If I’m just going to keep having to go through tragedy after tragedy after tragedy, what is the purpose?’ ”

Finessa Graves. Photo: Ed Jones, Jr. UDC-TV

Satira Streeter, a psychologist who founded Ascensions Psychological and Community Services in Ward 8, explained that trauma can be passed from generation to generation. “[It] is being passed down in terms of the coping strategies and lack thereof. At the same time, you’re getting your mama’s trauma, but then you’re getting traumatized yourself. So, it’s just like all these compound traumas that continue to build, build, and build. It’s extremely significant.” After being traumatized repeatedly as a child, Finesse, as a young adult, found herself homeless and pregnant. She could not find a shelter. “I slept on a bench at Union Station,” she recalled. Her daughter thus began experiencing trauma in the womb. Eventually, a manager at a local nonprofit referred her to a shelter for women. Finesse’s pregnancy became complicated. She was ordered to stay in bed, which was impossible to do while living at the shelter. She soon found herself on the streets, again. Unsurprisingly, her daughter was born premature.

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didn’t really talk to anyone. The thing on his mind was basic survival. “When we were in the shelter, people kept leaving and coming back and leaving. And me and my mother kept asking ourselves when it is our turn to leave. When are we going to find our apartment,” recalled Davon. “In school that was all I could think about: When was our time coming? What is going to happen to us?” In traditional, byright public schools east of the Anacostia Rose Shelton, a therapist and a Ward 6 parent leader of the group Parents Amplifying Voices in Education (PAVE). Photo: UDC Television Interview, photographer, Ed Jones, Jr. UDC-TV River where there are documented high levels of violence and un“I’ve never hidden anything from my resolved trauma, students consistently score daughter, so she’s seen the struggle. When she below proficient on standardize tests. Schools was two and three years-old and I was on the west of the river are also affected, since many floor crying, she was consoling me. She was parents place their children in institutions the person that was there for me. If it wasn’t outside their neighborhoods. for her, I probably wouldn’t have been able to In the eighth grade Davon managed to get through nothing that I got through at a get accepted to Richard Wright, a Ward 6 certain point in time. I felt like that it affected school. An automobile accident that left him her,” said Finesse. fearing his mother’s death and the possibility “I think that the time when I can say that that he would be left without anyone to care she started going through traumatic issues for him, inspired him to search for a bright was probably when we left the [homeless] light in his world. He also chose to seek the shelter,” added Finesse. services of a therapist. Davon is one of the Finesse and her daughter, now in the seclucky ones. ond grade, moved in with Finesse’s mother, Many students in the city’s public schools who lives in Ward 8. The apartment is so riddon’t have the benefit of seeing a psychiatrist, dled with housing code violations, Racine’s psychologist or therapists on a regular basis office has filed a lawsuit against the owner, as evident by the auditor’s Oct. 2017 report. demanding conditions be improved. Documents provided to me by the DC Office And so, the cycle of trauma has continued. of the Deputy Mayor for Education (DME) indicate there are only 22 full or part-time A Hidden Story Waiting To Be Told psychiatrists in a school system with a popu“Every student that walks into a school has a lation of 92,994 students states the DME. story behind them,” said Davon, adding that They are supplemented by 221 by full-time or when he was experiencing homelessness, “Inpart-time psychologists. stead of expressing my emotions I kept it to Most mental health counseling in the myself. I walked around not saying anything. public schools is provided by 261 full or partI was quiet. I wasn’t mad at anyone in particutime social workers and 104 licensed counsellar, I was mad at the situation I was in.” ors, who may or may not be trained in how to Consistent with what experts have said deal with children suffering trauma. about the impact of trauma on learning, DaWhat are they doing, and are they having von failed the seventh grade. “I had an “A” in any impact? Can they change the trajectory math but an “F” in every other subject,” he of education reform in the District? confessed, adding that during those days he

Davon told me, there are times he has had to wait a week for his in-school therapist to respond to a crisis he may he experiencing. “By then, I have worked it out by myself,” he added. “The everyday traumas children might experience in their homes, schools and within our society can impact and shape their minds and keep them from being the best version of themselves,” said Rose Shelton, a therapist and a Ward 6 parent leader of the group Parents Amplifying Voices in Education (PAVE).

The Overstuffed Backpage

Most experts and advocates were not surprised by the OSSE report. DC students are in the middle of a traumatic crisis. They keep shouting. Apparently no one is really listening. Sandalow used a backpack as analogy to describe the situation. Her granddaughter had to take one to summer camp. “By the time I put her lunch and her snacks and her change of clothes and her swimsuit and her towel, this little 4-yearold body is carrying this really heavy backpack and she gets tired. She’s like, ‘“Grandma, will you carry it for me? “So, I think our kids are carrying this backpack with the physical abuse,” Sandalow continued. “With the shooting, with the fear of homelessness, it’s almost like a trauma backpack, right? They are walking into school with this incredibly heavy weight. It makes it harder for them to learn.” Jonetta Rose Barras is a DCbased freelance journalist. This series was produced as part of the University of Southern California Center for Health Journalism Fellowship with a grant from the Fund for Journalism on Child Well-Being. u

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Shaw Streets by Pleasant Mann

Save Shaw Middle School Effort Takes Off

A movement has started to preserve the Shaw Junior High School site for a future middle school for the neighborhood. Named Save Shaw Middle School (#SaveShawMS), the campaign was sparked when

cation, to show their support for a new Shaw middle school. The campaign got a boost when the Education Committee of the DC Council held a public roundtable on “DCPS’ Plans for Shaw Junior High School Campus and Benjamin Banneker Academic High School” on Nov. 15. Dozens of commu-

Shaw community rallies for new middle school. Photo: Pleasant Mann

Mayor Bowser announced that DC Public Schools (DCPS) planned to take the Shaw Junior High site and use it for a new Banneker Academic High School. The new movement wants to preserve the site for the Shaw community and as the location for a much-needed neighborhood middle school. The campaign started on Saturday afternoon, Nov. 3, with a rally of over 50 people at the Shaw school site. In addition to neighborhood parents and residents, the rally was attended by Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen and Ward 2 Councilmember Jack Evans, along with Joe Weedon, Ward 6 representative to the DC State Board of Edu-

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nity leaders and residents came to testify that it was critical that the neighborhood’s elementary schools feed into a middle school located on the Shaw Junior High School site. Witnesses included Jessica Sutter, the recently elected Ward 6 representative to the DC State Board of Education, who expressed her support for establishing a new middle school on the Shaw Junior High site. Representatives of the 21st Century School Fund and experts on urban school facilities provided statements of how the community and DCPS could both meet their goals on the Shaw site. The #SaveShawMS campaign is gaining momentum. A number of advisory neighbor-

hood commissions, including 6E, 2F and 5E, have passed resolutions supporting the aims of the campaign. Neighborhood groups providing formal statements of support include the Central Shaw Neighborhood Association, LeDroit Park Civic Association, Bates Area Civic Association, Logan Circle Community Association, Dupont Circle Community Association, Shaw Dupont Citizens Alliance and Westminster Neighborhood Association. The parent/teacher organizations of the elementary schools that would feed into a Shaw middle school, including Seaton and Garrison, have also given their approval to the #SaveShawMS movement. There is a Facebook page and Twitter account for the campaign as well as an online petition that has already gained over 1,000 signatures. You can sign the petition by going to Save Shaw Middle School at www.change.org.

Shaw Celebrates Small Business Saturday

Councilmembers Anita Bonds and Kenyan McDuffie cut ribbon at Green Almond Pantry for Shaw Business Saturday.

nyan McDuffie were on hand to cut the first ribbon. The Shaw Ribbon Cutting Express, as the limo van transporting the contingent was dubbed, then carried the group to cut ribbons at the Green Almond Pantry (1314½ Ninth St.) and &Pizza/Broccoli Bar and Mason Dixie Biscuit Company on the 1800 block of Seventh Street. The group cut ribbons at ModCloth and Nicecream at the southwest corner of Eighth Street and Florida Avenue; then, moving around the corner, the plant store Rewild and the Turning Natural juice bar on the 1900 block of Ninth Street. Finally, the Shaw Ribbon Cutting Express ended its tour at F45 Training, an exercise space at 1020 U St.

On Saturday morning, Nov. 24, Shaw Main Streets held a Shaw Ribbon Cutting event to welcome new businesses to the neighborhood. The ribbon cutting was also a commemoration of Small Business Saturday, a national event held annually to encourage holiday shoppers to patronize small retail businesses. The ribbon cuttings started at the newly opened Marriott Courtyard and Residence Inn hotels on the northwest corner of Ninth and L streets NW. Councilmembers Anita Bonds and KeMiracle on Seventh opens for the holidays. Photo: Pleasant Mann

The celebration of Shopping Small continues through December with $25,000 worth of “Shaw Bucks,” $5 coupons valid at a number of Shaw businesses. The Shaw Bucks can be picked up at locations throughout the neighborhood and clipped from the Shaw Main Streets ad on the back cover of this month’s Mid-City DC.

Miracle on Seventh Street Greets Another Holiday Season

The Drink Company is celebrating the holidays with the fourth version of its Miracle on Seventh Street pop-up bar. This year, the bar is built on a theme of pandas in the snow. With sprigs of mistletoe strategically placed above, the bars serve new holidaythemed drinks including the Santa Bei Bei and a John Cena Christmas. Perhaps the most dazzling room this year is the one devoted to Hanukkah, with enormous murals of the National Zoo pandas among Star of David lights and matzo box covers. For the first time, a photo booth was set up, allowing guests to commemorate their visit to the pop-up.

Washingtonian Readers Show Love to Shaw Restaurants

The recently released Washingtonian Readers’ Poll put Shaw restaurants in a prominent position. The Dabney won the poll for Best DC Restaurant. It also came on top in the category of Best American Restaurant, with Shaw’s Unconventional Diner coming in second. Blagden Alley’s Tiger Fork also won for the city’s Best Chinese Restaurant. Shaw also has a notable position in The Washingtonian’s list of Dishes of the Year, which includes The Dabney’s Sugar Toads, San Lorenzo’s rabbit pappardelle, the quiche at Convivial and Service Bar’s barrel-aged Scranton Cocktail.

Hanumanh Restaurant Opening

Shaw will get its first Laotian restaurant in December. Brought to Seventh Street by chefs Seng Luangrath and Bobby Pradachith of the renowned Thip Khao in Columbia Heights, Hanumanh will offer dishes such as aromatic herbal pounded salads, fresh steamed fish and items from its charcoal grill. The proprietors “wanted a place where we can present genuine Lao dishes with no limits to our creativity.” The restaurant will have a full bar, with drinks matching the Laotian food, and a summer garden. u

ANC 6E

by Steve Holton

ommissioners Alex Padro (6E01), Anthony Brown (6E02), Frank Wiggins (6E03, vice chair and treasurer), Alex Marriott (6E05, chair), Alvin Judd (6E06) and Kevin Rogers (6E07) made up the quorum to conduct official business at the Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) 6E November meeting.

Special Guest Visits With ANC 6E

Paul Kihn, acting deputy mayor for education, spoke on the subject of the Benjamin Banneker Academic High School relocation to the Shaw Middle School’s former site. In the last five years, Banneker has grown by 12 percent and faces a larger growth opportunity, with the new location serving Wards 5, 6, 7 and 8. Kihn noted that a design team will be selected next month, and the Banneker school community is supportive of the move. He also added that enrollment projections will determine whether or not to build a middle school in Shaw. Currently, there are not enough students to justify building one. The commissioners noted that the community had not been engaged and therefore DC Public Schools (DCPS) had no information before a decision was made. After the commissioners requested a six-week pause to answer the population data question, Kihn responded that he would present the data in January. In a unanimous motion the commissioners asked that DCPS pause its decision-making process until community engagement is done prior to providing population data.

Support Request for Additional Lot Coverage

Phil Rose, a representative for a property located at 940 S St. NW, requested support for a special exception for a variance for additional lot coverage up to 73 percent. The additional coverage will extend an open back porch and the property’s square-footage above it. Rose stated that he has communicated his plans to surrounding neighbors.

Commissioner Brown noted that the ANC 6E Zoning Committee has no issues with the request. The commission moved to communicate support to the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA).

Support Request to Select Developer

Northwest One Development Partners requested the commission to communicate support for the development company to the DC Council. The “Omnibus Act of 2018” will allow redevelopment of the Northwest One property formerly known as Temple Courts Apartments. If approved, the vacant site will be redeveloped into mixed-use urban development. The commission motioned to communicate support to the DC Council.

ANC 6E Quick Hits

• The commission motioned to support a parking relief request for a property located at 1518 New Jersey Ave. NW. The parking space will be located at the rear of the property. • The commission voted not to support a Historic Preservation Review Board (HPRB) application for a property located at 1717 11th St. NW which lies within the U Street Historic District. • The commission motioned to support a HPRB request for a property located at 1737 11th St. NW for alterations and renovations. • The commission motioned to request the District Department of Transportation to make sure Bikeshare stations are replenished more often. ANC 6E will meet again at 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 4 at the Shaw/Watha T. Daniel Library, located at 1630 Seventh St. NW. Steve Holton can be contacted at ssholton@ gmail.com. u

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Bloomingdale Bites by Taylor Barden Golden

A Challenge of Chilis

It doesn’t feel like fall until the chili starts steaming on North Capitol. The Third Annual North Cap Chili Challenge and Fall Festival was held early last month, setting off the series of fall and winter events sponsored by the North Capitol Main Street organization. Each year sees more and more participants in the challenge, as new business come to the North Cap area. The event is geared toward families and neighbors, who walk around and sample chilis made by the best chefs in the area, then vote on their favorite. The chefs take their wins very seriously. Participating chefs and restaurants included Peter Prime from Spark, Ben Schramm from The Pub and the People, pit masters from DCity Smokehouse, Joel Didriksen from Uncle Chips, Awesome from Wicked Bloom, and Roe from Crisp Kitchen and Bar. North Cap Main Street also knows you can’t have chili without beer, which was provided by Three Stars Brewery. At the end of the day, Prime from Spark took the grand prize. The stewing chilis weren’t the only delights of

Chili competitors Julio Quintero, Mary Kong (Girl Meets Food), Tierney Plumb (Eater), K.S. Lewis (Love Dish), Poet Taylor (WPGC). Photo: North Capitol Chili Challenge

RIGHT: Aisha Bond (executive director, North Capitol Main Street); competition winner, chef Peter Prime (Spark at 12); Leslie Devrouax (event chair and North Capitol Main Street board member). Photo: North Capitol Chili Challenge

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the event. Common Good City Farm sponsored a hot-chili-pepper eating contest, which appeared more amusing to spectators than participants. Common Good also hosted a mini farmers market with seasonal vegetable offerings. The event is always geared toward children and families, with cider and hot chocolate stations (although the adults could have a little something extra in theirs if desired), a moon-bounce and arts and crafts stations. There was also live music, which always makes the little ones dance. North Capitol Main Street is a nonprofit that has been in operation since 2003. In its early years, the organization served as a catalyst for commercial revitalization of North Capitol Street between New York and Rhode Island avenues. Its current function is to support local businesses and help bring new ones into the area, creating a strong foundation for the small business community to work together to thrive. The Chili Challenge is designed to highlight some of those small businesses and to display the unique diversity of the area that encompasses parts of Bloomingdale, Eckington and Truxton Circle. The event has cemented itself as the kickoff to fall for the neighbors and families of North Cap.

A Neighbor’s Arrest

The arrest of a self-declared white supremacist resident of Bloomingdale has shocked the neighborhood to its core. Jeffrey Clark Jr. was arrested and charged with illegal possession of a firearm last month, but it is his hateful rhetoric that has the neighborhood on edge. Clark was arrested last month after his family contacted police concerned about his increased agitated outbursts following the suicide of his brother Edward. Most concerning to the family was Clark’s belief that the victims of the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh “deserved it.” Edward Clark fatally shot himself within hours of the mass shooting, and the family believes Jeffrey had firmly linked the two events in his mind. According to police, Jeffrey Clark was a frequent user of Gab, a social network that prides itself on freedom of speech and has

become a gathering place for far-right hate groups and conspiracy theorists. The knowledge that a white supremacist has been living in the neighborhood has shaken residents. A local neighborhood leader who requested not to be named said she was shocked by the news. “It was all anyone was talking about for a week or two after.” One is likely to see “Black Lives Matter” signs on lawns and residents of all colors living happily together in the historically black neighborhood. “We just don’t see that kind of hate where we live.” Bloomingdale-ite Dorie Turner Nolt, a resident since 2003, told DCist, “It has shocked all of us. My husband and I chose to buy a house in Bloomingdale because it’s diverse and welcoming and progressive, and right in the shadow of Howard University. To learn that there were these two Nazis living around the corner from us … that is deeply troubling and has absolutely made me not want to walk alone in the neighborhood.” One resident was not taken aback by the news. “I think the news about the arrest of a white supremacist living in Bloomingdale is sad and scary, but it is not surprising,” he said. “Many people like to think of the conversations about race, racism and white supremacy as something relevant to other parts of the country, but that here in DC we have moved beyond that and are enlightened, so to speak. I think that is wrong and dangerous.” He added, “The evil of racism lives within us all. It did not die when slavery was abolished, nor from the Civil Rights movement, nor when we elected the first black president. In DC, the median income for black households is one-third of whites, the median wealth for black households is 1/81th (yes, 81) of whites, and black median income fell from 2015 to 2016.” Summing up, he declared, “To me, that shows that as a society we value black people less than white people and we have created systems that perpetuate the de-valuation. So, of course, some people are going to grow up believing that black people are worth less. But the truth is our society is sick and until we fix that, the sickness will spread like it did to Jeffrey Clark and his brother.” A judge recently denied Clark bail based on his potential for violence. Though Clark is off the street, it has left neighbors wondering how well they really know the people who live around them. Taylor Barden Golden is a real estate agent with The Stokes Group at McEnearney Associates Inc. A former Hill staffer, Taylor lives in Brentwood with her husband, two dogs and a cat. She’s always on the lookout for new places to explore and ways to spend time outside. Get in touch: taylor@midcitydcnews.com; @rtaylorb. u

East Side News

A Place for the Pooches in NoMa

After years of waiting, wanting and planning, Swampoodle Park is officially open at Third and L streets NE. With no formal dog park to speak of, the residents of NoMa have been fighting for years for a place for their pups to play and roam free. While NoMa is known for being an area of the city with a lot of pooches (the local joke is that in NoMa, a dog comes with a lease), the vacant lot on which neighbors used to congregate with their dogs was closed due to pending development. Regulars saw the need for a dog-friendly space and founded FOND – Friends of NoMa Dogs – to bring their dog park vision to life. They partnered with the NoMa Parks Foundation, whose goal is to preserve outside greenspace in NoMa that is rapidly being eaten up by developers. Neighbors could help fund the park’s creation by becoming “Founding Pups,” getting a place in the park with their pup’s name. After years of planning, negotiation and contract management, Swampoodle Park opened on Nov. 17, complete with a multilevel Wallholla, a vertical wall structure produced by Dutch company Carve that allows for maximum climbing potential designed for tight urban settings for the human variety of children. The dogs have their own climbing structure to roam above and below. The excitement at the opening event was contagious. Councilmember Charles Allen and Robin-Eve Jasper, head of NoMa Parks Foundation and the NoMa BID, led the event, which featured many speakers and, most importantly, a parade of excited dogs ready to play on their new turf. Swampoodle Park will be maintained by FOND through neighborhood and volunteer efforts.

by Taylor Barden Golden

MVT Mobile Art

Mount Vernon Triangle has gotten more colorful of late with the opening of Cultural DC’s mobile art gallery in Milian Park. Sculptor and installation artist Nara Parks, considered one of DC’s top young artists, created “Enduring Marks” specifically for CulturalDC’s mobile art space. Her work, which has been recently acquired by the Philips Collection, mixes the aesthetic of ancient cave painting with images of her childhood artwork and writings. She pairs these two concepts with photographs of rock surges and mosses, symbolizing the Mobile art gallery “Enduring Marks” by Nara Parks opens in MVT. marks we leave on the earth tional Park Service asset that as we travel. In the exhibit, would be otherwise underutishe explains, guests see images lized during colder months; from her early life experiences, magnify the area’s many atas Parks is interested in how tractive residential, commerearly childhood experiences cial and retail offerings; and have lasting emotional and reaffirm MVT CID’s dedipsychological effects to shape cation and commitment to who we are. bringing arts and culture to “CulturalDC is delighted to bring Nara’s beautiful work Artist Nara Parks explains her work “Enduring Marks” to our vibrant and rapidly growin the Mobile Art Gallery to visitors at the opening night of the exhibit. Photo: Mount ing downtown community.” Vernon Triangle Community Improvement District The gallery officially Mount Vernon Triangle. We opened on Nov. 16 with a hope everyone living in the community kickoff event featuring musical perforneighborhood can enjoy the show with friends and mances from Emma G., Benjamin Gates and Pebfamily over the holiday season,” said Kristi Maiselble to Peal, as well as free bites from local restaurant man, executive director of CulturalDC. “This marks partners. The gallery space will be open Wednesdayour first exhibit in the second year of the Mobile Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., through Feb. 1. Art Gallery. We have served over 45,000 Before, during and after the opening event, people since October 2017 and can’t wait guests are invited to take advantage of special deals to continue the great work of delivering at participating area restaurants by showing their arts directly to people’s doorsteps.” Eventbrite ticket confirmation or a postcard from Said Kenyattah Robinson, president the gallery. Restaurant partners include A Baked and CEO of the Mount Vernon Triangle Joint, The Capital Burger, Chez Lily, Farmers & Community Improvement District, “The Distillers, Prather’s on the Alley, Ottoman Taverna, MVT CID is proud to serve as commuShouk and Tropical Smoothie Cafe. nity sponsor and host location for CulturalDC’s Mobile Art Gallery, an innoTaylor Barden Golden is a real estate agent with The vative and unique cultural amenity that Stokes Group at McEnearney Associates Inc. A former responds directly to community desires Hill staffer, Taylor lives in Brentwood with her husfor greater open space activation as well band, two dogs and a cat. She’s always on the lookout as beautification that includes public art.” for new places to explore and ways to spend time outside. He continued: “The Mobile Art Gallery Get in touch: taylor@midcitydcnews.com; @rtaylorb. u will activate a historically significant Na-

Swampoodle Park opens at Third and L streets NE. Photo: Taylor Barden Golden

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by Kathleen Donner At the National Air and Space Museum’s public observatory, visitors can look through the 16-inch telescope to discover craters on the Moon, spots on the Sun and other wonders of the Universe. Photo: Eric Long

St. NW, Dec. 22 to 30, 11 a.m. keegantheatre.com.

Build Newspaper Forts

On Dec. 22, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., construct tetrahedral caverns small enough for one or big enough for the entire family in the National Building Museum’s historic Pension Commissioner’s Suite. Learn how the triangle, the strongest shape, can turn newspaper into a sturdy building material. Free, drop-in. All ages. National Building Museum, 401 F St. NW. nbm.org.

Kwanzaa Celebration at Dance Place

Stargaze at the Observatory

On Dec. 14; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., stargaze with the Air & Space Museum staff. Use the museum telescopes and answer questions about the Moon, planets, stars and more. Stargazing is free and open to the public. airandspace.si.edu.

The Elves and the Shoemaker

The lone shoesmith of Grimmsville, makes shoes that are miserably uncomfortable and impossible to walk in, leaving a lot of barefoot villagers and him without a means to provide for his family. While alone in the woods, his daughter is asked to exchange her torturous pair of shoes fora magical

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medallion that holds the charm of the elves. Wanting to help her family, Shannon agrees. Nightly, she conjures a pair of elves, who create the most fabulous shoes EVER! With his shoes now wanted throughout the land, the shoemaker and his family have more gold than they can count. But, all the money in the world doesn’t necessarily buy happiness. On stage at the Keegan Theatre, 1742 Church

On Dec. 15 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 16 at 4 p.m., enjoy Dance Place’s annual Kwanzaa Celebration, under the direction of Sylvia Soumah. Join Coyaba Academy, Coyaba Dance Theater, and special guests to celebrate the seven principles of Kwanzaa. At the second performance, get one free ticket for a child 12 and under with a paying adult. Tickets are $30 for adults; $15, college students and children 17 and under. Dance Place, 3225 Eighth St. NE. danceplace.org.

Writing Contest for Young Readers

The Library of Congress is now accepting applications for “Letters About Literature.” This contest asks students in grades four to 12 to read a book, poem, speech or essay by an author, living or dead,

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to think about how that work affected them and to write to the author on the work’s impact. Students compete on the state and national level and receive cash prizes of up to $2,000. For the first time, letters will be submitted electronically. For more information about the contest, including instructions for entering and deadlines for each state, visit read.gov/ letters. Deadlines are Dec. 14, 2018, or Jan. 11, 2019, depending on the applicant’s state.

Fiesta de los Reyes Magos

On Jan. 6, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., GALA’s traditional Three Kings celebration features the Magi, live animals, local performers, a walk through the neighborhood and gifts for every child. Free tickets will be distributed at the GALA Box Office at 10 a.m. for the 11:30 a.m. show, and at noon for the 2 p.m. show. No tickets reserved by phone. Maximum six tickets per person in line. galatheatre.org.

Adventures with Mr. Bear

One cozy winter afternoon, a young girl and her favorite stuffed animal, Mr. Bear, play a game of hide and seek which evolves into a series of exciting adventures. Together they embark on a journey of endless possibilities, all from the comfort of her playroom. Cuddle up with a favorite stuffed animal friend and join them for a delightful holiday production. Best for ages two to five. All patrons age one and above must purchase a ticket. On stage at the Atlas from Dec. 19 to 22. $12. The Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE. atlasarts.org.

LEGO White House

Through Jan. 27, 2019, the White House Historical Association and National Park Service present a scale-size LEGO model of the White House at the White House Visitor Center, 1450 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. The 1:30 White House scale model is 80 LEGO bricks tall, or 2 1/2 feet. It took four model builders 825 hours to complete. The White House Visitor Center is open daily except for Christmas from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. nps.gov/whho.

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Photo: Gerald Martineau

Children’s Christmas Service

On Dec. 24, 11 a.m. to noon, enjoy a joyful a lively service with Christmas carols, prayers and the Nativity story. Children are invited to come dressed as angels, animals and shepherds to be part of the story as it unfolds for this unrehearsed Christmas pageant. All are welcome. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave., NW. cathedral.org.

Step Afrika! Holiday Show

Step Afrika!’s Magical Musical Holiday Step Show, on stage at the Atlas, from Dec. 14 to 30, is a foot-stomping, family-friendly performance. The show is suited to adults and kids age 4, up. In the lobby 30 minutes before show time, decorate a

musical instrument and participate in the performance. $45 for adults; $25 for kids. atlasarts.org.

The Lion, the Unicorn, and Me

As the first Christmas nears, who among the animals can lead Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem? Fearsome Lion and graceful Unicorn are the top contenders. It certainly won’t be Donkey, whose only humble gift is a small but sturdy back. With the birth of a very special king on the horizon, Donkey soon discovers that miracles can happen anywhere! $49 to $79. On stage at the Kennedy Center, Dec. 14 to 16. kennedy-center.org.

NSO Holiday Pops

On Dec. 14, 8 p.m., and Dec. 15, 2 p.m. and 8

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p.m., listen to fresh takes on comforting classics in this singalong tradition with the NSO and The Washington Chorus, featuring Ashley Brown in her NSO debut. $25 to $99. kennedy-center.org.

Hirshhorn ARTLounge for Teens

Looking for a space to chill, make new friends and explore digital art after school? Come to ARTLAB’s ARTLounge, a social learning experience for teens to connect, learn and create. The program runs on Fridays, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Hirshhorn’s Ring Auditorium. Contact hmsgartlab@si.edu for more information. hirshhorn. si.edu.

The Choral Arts Family Christmas

On Dec. 24, 11 a.m., bring the kids to the Kennedy Center for an unforgettable holiday experience as the Choral Arts Chorus fills the concert hall with holiday classics just for them. $45 to $20. kennedy-center.org.

How to Catch a Star at the KC

Once there was a boy who dreamed a star could be his new friend — if only he could catch one. He tried climbing to the top of the tallest tree. He tried flying in a paper rocket ship. Nothing worked. Just when the boy was about to give up, he discovered something as dazzling and special as the star he was seeking Featuring colorful projections and choreographed movement, “How to Catch a Star” is a whimsical tale of discovery, friendship and delightful surprises. For ages 3, up. $20. On stage at the Kennedy Center, until Dec. 16.

Image: Courtesy of the Hirshhorn Gallery of Art

Fancy Nancy’s Splendiferous Christmas

What could be fancier than Christmas? Presents with elegant wrapping paper, festive decorations, Christmas cookies with sprinkles-and who could forget the tree? After all, there is no such thing as too much tinsel. Ooh la! This year, Nancy is especially excited. After selling some of her old gowns and accessories, Through Jan. 6. All 11-year-old Billy wants to do is dance. Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave., Shirlington, VA. sigtheatre.org. Nancy has enough money to buy a brand-new sparkly tree Liam Redford (Billy Elliot) and the ensemble of Billy Elliot at Signature Theatre. Photo: Margot Schulman topper. She can’t wait to decorate the Christmas tree. But when things don’t turn out the way Nancy planned, will Christmas still be splendiferous? On stage at Glen Echo until to Jan. 6. For all ages. adventuretheatre-mtc.org.

Billy Elliot the Musical at Signature

The Nutcracker

“The Nutcracker” is the story of Clara-Marie’s favorite toy and their adventures together in the Land of the Sugerplum Fairy. Music from Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet blends with marionettes and costume characters to create this unique production. $12. On stage at Glen Echo, Nov. 24 to Dec. 30. Recommended for ages 5, up. thepuppetco.org.

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Bloomingdale 42 Randolph 2419 1St Unit#1 42 Seaton

$675,000 $693,000 $1,315,000

Mount Vernon Square 400 Massachusetts Unit#415 437 New York Unit#505

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Old City #2 1 Scott Unit#613 1615 Q Unit#313 1 Scott Unit#604 1524 18Th Unit#5 1519 Swann 1111 M Unit#1 1708 9Th Unit#C 1815 18Th Unit#103 1824 S Unit#101 1341 1St 437 New York Unit#1011 555 Massachusetts Unit#1206 1334 Wallach 1916 17Th Unit#309 1322 15Th Unit#32 1314 Riggs 1225 13Th Unit#707 207 R Unit#5 1625 Q Unit#103 1815 18Th Unit#101 1133 13Th Unit#204/2E 1601 18Th Unit#604 1931 17Th Unit#206 1224 4Th Unit#2 1001 L Unit#402 1601 18Th Unit#1001 1115 12Th Unit#605 439 Q 57 N Unit#314

Central 1099 22Nd Unit#811 2425 L Unit#520 616 E Unit#653 2555 Pennsylvania Unit#605 1140 23Rd Unit#209 1121 24Th Unit#309 1099 22Nd Unit#410 1010 Massachusetts Unit#305 400 Massachusetts Unit#809

$785,000 $594,000 $650,000 $599,000 $270,900 $280,000 $1,280,000 $565,000 $480,000

Columbia Heights 4120 14Th Unit#45 520 Park 3643 13Th Unit#1 732 Lamont Unit#403 3609 13Th Unit#1 1438 Columbia Unit#206 413 Hobart 1458 Columbia Unit#210 1415 Girard Unit#403 430 Kenyon Unit#2 3209 13Th Unit#2 3402 Sherman 3510 10Th Unit#B 3228 Sherman 1436 Meridian Unit#LL05 835 Euclid 1458 Columbia Unit#303 782 Lamont 614 Otis 1464 Harvard Unit#5 741 Irving 1523 Park Unit#102 604 Columbia Unit#2 1329 Quincy 434 Luray 3114 13Th Unit#D 3114 13Th Unit#B 3114 13Th Unit#PH 1232 Quincy Unit#1 3205 Georgia Unit#402 739 Kenyon 3114 13Th 621 Columbia 3467 Holmead Unit#2 1390 Kenyon Unit#804 1230 Fairmont Unit#2 1436 Meridian Unit#LL04 1339 Meridian 1363 Perry 605 Kenyon 1021 Otis 1221 Randolph Unit#2 4106 14Th Unit##4A

$180,000 $475,000 $685,000 $518,000 $440,000 $350,000 $850,000 $335,000 $300,000 $790,000 $778,800 $560,000 $1,050,000 $790,000 $167,000 $800,000 $297,000 $649,900 $625,000 $485,000 $785,000 $575,000 $665,000 $1,025,000 $835,000 $371,000 $625,000 $486,500 $849,900 $369,999 $665,000 $299,000 $818,000 $747,500 $409,000 $765,000 $219,900 $656,000 $692,797 $876,000 $675,000 $875,000 $312,500

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$547,500 $472,500

Downtown 1150 K Unit#611

$580,000

Dupont 1827 Florida Unit#203 1526 17Th Unit#108 1401 17Th Unit#405 1724 17Th Unit#21 1718 P Unit#502 1743 Swann 1545 18Th Unit#610 2039 New Hampshire Unit#305 1520 16Th Unit#502 1321 21St Unit#3 1916 17Th Unit#409 1830 17Th Unit#707 1761 P Unit#PH 1 1524 18Th Unit#6 1514 17Th Unit#208 1830 17Th Unit#706 1414 NW 22Nd Unit#26

$357,500 $117,000 $670,000 $639,000 $430,000 $1,252,000 $419,000 $829,000 $590,000 $440,000 $480,000 $999,000 $1,399,900 $899,999 $255,000 $641,889 $1,250,000

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Eckington 1916 4Th Unit#1 131 Quincy Unit#2 314 V Unit#104 22 Rhode Island Unit#1 1632 Eckington 35 U

$465,000 $825,000 $225,000 $674,900 $739,000 $1,225,000

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1909 North Capitol $860,000 146 U $450,000 Ledroit Park 340 Elm $734,000 2032 Flagler $1,179,900 2022 Flagler Unit#FL02 $399,999 2035 2Nd Unit#GL02 $549,000 68 U $1,083,000 36 Adams $775,000

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Logan 1 Scott Unit#102 1117 10Th Unit#1106 1 Scott Unit#212 1628 11Th Unit#UNIT 403 1628 11Th Unit#107 1449 N Unit#2 1 Logan Unit#8 1 Logan Unit#2 1327 Corcoran 1441 Rhode Island Unit#907 1521 Corcoran 1211 13Th Unit#605 1502 13Th Unit#6 1427 Rhode Island Unit#702 1324 14Th Unit#3 1440 N Unit#1007 1401 Church Unit#314 1525 Q Unit#5

$255,000 $350,000 $272,500 $624,900 $1,299,000 $790,000 $1,185,000 $805,000 $2,800,000 $495,000 $1,275,000 $450,000 $416,000 $1,049,900 $948,000 $246,500 $580,000 $605,000

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$259,500 $358,000 $267,000 $930,000 $997,584 $527,000 $565,000 $566,500 $449,000 $660,000 $329,000 $465,000 $1,549,000 $436,000 $419,900 $1,275,000 $405,000 $445,000 $659,000 $365,000 $275,000 $255,000 $457,000 $785,000 $790,000 $295,000 $409,000 $799,000 $544,900

Penn Quarter 616 E Unit#452 777 7Th Unit#1022

$634,280 $455,000

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Shaw 919 Florida Unit#801 423 Warner 509 S 949 S 660 Glick Unit#2 1418 Columbia 617 Rhode Island

$795,000 $785,000 $775,000 $2,300,000 $825,000 $1,225,000 $731,000

Truxton Circle 57 N Unit#321 57 N Unit#523

$572,400 $589,900

U Street 2120 Vermont Unit#417 2001 16Th Unit#703 2120 Vermont Unit#415 2117 11Th Unit#3 u

$500,000 $575,000 $657,225 $842,000

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