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Norton Faces Her First Democratic Challenger In 10 Years • Gavrielle Jacobovitz

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Phillips after 5. July 5, 5 to 8:30 PM. Celebrate 100 years of “mateship” between the United States and Australia. Adult admission is $12; students and seniors (62+) are $10; 18 and younger are free. The Phillips Collection is at 1600 21st St. NW. phillipscollection.org.

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Independence Fireworks at Mount Vernon. June 29 and 30, 6 to 9:45 PM. Fireworks with mansion tour: $35 for adults; $25 for youth. George Washington’s Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA. mountvernon.org/fireworks.

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Celebrate Independence: Music of Hamilton’s Time. July 2, 6 PM. Join David and Ginger Hildebrand of the Colonial Music Institute for a performance of music Alexander Hamilton and the founding fathers knew well. The concert celebrates the Second of July, the day the Continental Congress voted for American independence.

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Anderson House, 2118 Massachusetts Ave. NW. societyofthecincinnati.org. July Fourth National Symphony Orchestra Concert Full Dress Rehearsal. July 3, 8 PM. US Capitol west lawn. Find a much smaller crowd at the concert rehearsal. Concertgoers are allowed on the Capitol grounds starting at 3 PM. Alcohol may be confiscated. Free. nso.org.

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Washington Nationals Postgame Freedom Fireworks. July 3, 6:05 PM game vs Red Sox. Fireworks will start at about 9 PM, depending on game length. washington.nationals. mlb.com. An American Celebration at Mount Vernon. July 4, 9 AM to 5 PM. Observe an inspirational naturalization ceremony for new citizens with a special keynote address, daytime fireworks at 1 PM, military re-enactments and a wreath laying ceremony. Enjoy free birthday cake, a visit from General and Mrs. Washington and a performance by the National Concert Band. Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA. mountvernon.org. Capitol Hill July Fourth Parade. Stepping off at 10 AM, the parade that runs north on Eighth Street SE from I Street to Pennsylvania Avenue SE features kids on bikes, fire trucks, marching bands, school groups, dogs with their owners, vintage cars and DC politicians. Parade contact is philguire@ gmail.com. Palisades Parade and Picnic. July 4, 11 AM. Lineup is at 10 AM on Whitehurst Pkwy. All are invited to join. No registration necessary. Following the parade, there is a free picnic for all at the Rec Center featuring hot dogs, watermelon, drinks, live music and moon bounces. palisadesdc.org. Annual Independence Day Concert at the National Cathedral. July 4, 11 AM. Cathedral organists Benjamin Straley and George Fergus are joined by Washington Symphonic Brass and the US Navy Sea Chanters in presenting a program of patriotic favorites. Free. cathedral.org. Independence Day Parade. July 4, 11:45 AM. Marching bands, fife and drum corps, floats, military units, giant balloons, equestrian and drill teams celebrate Independence Day. Constitution Avenue between Seventh and 17th Streets NW. July Fourth Fireworks and National Symphony Orchestra Concert. July 4, 8 PM. US Capitol west lawn. Fireworks at about 9:15 PM. No one is allowed on the Capitol west

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Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle. June 23, 11 AM to 9 PM and June 24, 11 AM to 7 PM. Barbecue, live entertainment, giveaways. $12 each day; $20 for both days; under 12, free. There is a small online ticket discount. Pennsylvania Avenue between Third and Seventh Streets NW. bbqindc.com. Photo: Courtesy of Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle

2018 Twilight Tattoo at Fort Myer. Wednesdays (except July 4 and 11), 7 PM, with pre-ceremony pageantry starting at 6:30 PM. Members of the Third US Infantry, the US Army Band “Pershings Own,” Fife and Drum Corps and the US Army Drill Team will perform an hour-long sunset military pageant. Get directions at twilight.mdw.army. mil/attendance. Marine Barracks Evening Parades. Fridays, through Aug. 24, 8:45 to 10 PM. Friday evenings at the Marine Barracks on Eighth Street SE. Reservations suggested. barracks.marines.mil/Parades/ Evening-Parade. Jazz in the Garden at the NGA. Fridays, 5 to 8:30 PM. The free concerts feature locally and nationally acclaimed musicians performing a wide variety of musical genres. National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden between Seventh and Ninth Streets on Constitution Avenue NW. The full schedule is at nga.gov. NoMa Summer Screen. Wednesdays at sunset. Movies subtitled. Dogs on leashes, okay. June 13, Mulan; June 20, Chicago; June 27, Mad Max: Fury Road; July 11, Matilda; July 18, A League of Their Own; July 25, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story; Aug. 1, Pitch Perfect; Aug. 8, Moana. NOMA Junction @ Storey Park, 1005 First St. NE. nomabid.org.

lawn until 3 PM. Come early with a picnic and a blanket to the grounds of the Capitol for the National Symphony Orchestra Annual Independence Day Concert. The fireworks can be seen from all over the mall, from many rooftops and from across the river. Alcohol may be confiscated. The fireworks and concert go on except in the case of extremely bad weather. Free. nso.org. Independence Day Concerts at Air and Space. July 4, 11 AM, noon and 1 PM. Concerts feature vocal and instrumental selections from a variety of musical genres including big band, jazz, popular, patriotic and classical. airandspace.si.edu. Air Force Memorial Independence Day Celebration. July 4, 8 PM. Features the Concert Band, Singing Sergeants. Air Force Memorial at One Air Force Memorial Drive, Arlington, VA. Free. airforcememorial.org. USA/Alexandria Birthday Celebration. July 7, 6 to 10 PM. Visitors celebrate America’s 242nd birthday and Alexandria’s 269th along

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the Potomac River waterfront at Oronoco Bay Park and enjoy live music by the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, patriotic birthday cake, food vendors and fireworks. visitalexandriava. com/alexandria-birthday-celebration.

SPECIAL EVENTS Flying Circus Air Shows. Sundays, 2:30 to (about) 4 PM. Adults, $15; $7, kids through 12 and under five, free. The Flying Circus Aerodrome is located at 5114 Ritchie Rd., Bealeton, VA. flyingcircusairshow.com. America Now: Solstice Edition. June 23, 7:30 to 11 PM. Gather at the National Museum of American History for a speakeasy happy hour in the galleries before heading over to the Smithsonian American Art Museum Block Party and Beer Garden. Close out the night at the National Portrait Gallery with live music. Free to the public; drinks and food for purchase. npg.si.edu.

SUNRISE: A Celebration of the Arts at North Beach. June 23, noon to 5 PM. This outdoor sculpture competition and art festival is held along with the annual DrinkMaryland. The festival is on the Chesapeake Bay which borders Bay Avenue in North Beach, MD. northbeachmd.org/sunrise-celebration-arts. Saturday Night Dancing at The Wharf. July 7 (country line); 7 to 9 PM. Transit Pier at The Wharf. wharfdc.com.

OUTDOOR MOVIES, MUSIC, THEATER AND CEREMONY Bethesda Summer Concerts. Thursdays, through July 12, 6 to 8 PM. June 14, Hard Swimmin’ Fish; June 21, Jay Byrd & The Musical Trust; July 5, Wes Tucker & the Skillets; July 12, Sahel. Veterans Park, corner of Woodmont and Norfolk Avenues. bethesda.org.

Military Band Concerts at the Capitol. Weeknights in summer at 8. Mondays, US Navy Band; Tuesdays, US Air Force Band; Wednesdays, US Marine Band; Thursdays, US Army Band or US Marine Band; Fridays, US Army Band. West side of the Capitol. aoc.gov. Air Force Band Concerts at the Air Force Memorial. Fridays, 7:30 PM. Air Force Memorial at One Air Force Memorial Drive in Arlington, VA. airforcememorial.org. Twelfth Night. June 9, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, and 23; 8 PM. Lay out blankets, pack a picnic and enjoy a free performance under the stars. Grace Episcopal Church in Georgetown, 1041 Wisconsin Ave. NW. fgcitizens.org. Adams Morgan Movie Night. June 12, Hidden Figures. Movie is screened at dark at the Marie Reed Recreation Center. Bring chairs, kids and neighbors for a fun evening out. adamsmorganonline.com. American Roots Music Concert Series at the Botanic Garden. 5 to 7 PM. June 14, Hank, Pattie and The Current, progressive bluegrass;

June 28, Davis Bradley, Appalachia/Americana; July 12, Justin Trawick & The Common Good, Americana/bluegrass; July 26, Seth Kibel, jazz; Aug. 9. Provided seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis or bring a blanket or chair. National Garden Amphitheater. usbg.gov. Rosslyn Rocks! Concerts. Thursdays, 6 to 8 PM. June 14, Trailer Grass Orchestra; June 21, Driven to Clarity; June 28: Party Like It’s. Concerts at Central Place Plaza, at N. Lynn St and N. Moore St. Rosslyn, VA. rosslynva.org. Tunes in the Triangle at Milian Park. Thursdays, 8 PM. June 14, Zack Cutler & Alison Carney; June 28, Darcy Dawn; July 12. Pick up a meal at one of the many nearby restaurants, relax on a blanket or in outdoor furniture provided by the MVT CID and enjoy the show. Milian Park, Massachusetts Ave. and I St. NW. mvtcid.org. Yards Park Summer Concerts. Fridays, 7 to 9 PM. June 15, Black Masala; June 22, Shane Gamble Band; June 29, Jah Works; July 6, Jimi Smooth Band; July 13, 19th Street Band. capitolriverfront.org/yards-park. Golden Cinema at Farragut Park. Movies at sunset. June 15, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off; June 22, La Land; June 29, Beauty and the Beast (2017); July 6, Back to the Future; July 13. Farragut Park is at Connecticut Ave. and K St. NW. goldentriangledc.com. Cinematery at Congressional Cemetery. June 15. BYOB and dinner, too. No dogs. $10 suggested donation at the main gate. Visit congressionalcemetery.org for movie title and start time. East of the River Jazz Night. June 16, July 28, 3 to 5 PM. Hear great music and check out the different plants that bloom at different times of the year. Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, 1550 Anacostia Ave. NE. friendsofkenilworthgardens.org. Make Music DC. June 21. Make Music DC is part of Make Music Day, a global music celebration that takes place on the summer solstice each year and brings people of all ages and skill levels together to make music. From classical to folk, hip hop to opera, Latin jazz to punk rock, live music of all kinds resounds on streets, sidewalks, porches, plazas, parks, gardens, storefronts and other public spaces on the longest day of the year. The current schedule of events is posted at makemusicday.org/dc. Sunset Summer Film Series at MLK Memorial. Thursdays at 8 PM, June 22, Marshall. Seating begins at 7 PM. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and food. Alcoholic prohibited. Admission is free; the first 100 people receive a gift. TheMemorialFoundation.org.

Union Market Drive-in Movies. Fridays. July 6, 8:55 PM, Like Water for Chocolate (Spanish language, English subtitles). Movies are held in Union Market’s parking lot, 1309 Fifth St. NE. Each family-friendly showing is free for walk-up film fans viewing in the picnic area. It costs $10 per car. Food is delivered on wheels by The DC Rollergirls. unionmarketdc.com/ events/union-market-drive-in-2018. Air Force Band Concerts at the Air Force Memorial. Fridays in summer, 7:30 PM. Air Force Memorial at One Air Force Memorial Drive in Arlington, VA. airforcememorial.org.

MUSIC DC JazzFest. Through June 17. With more than 125 performances in 40 venues, DCJF will present an amazing array of emerging and master-level talent that includes more than 90 bands and 300 artists. dcjazzfest.org.

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Music at 9:30 Club. June 9, Mixtape Pride Party; June 11 and 12, Chromeo; June 13, Ben Harper & Charlie Musselwhite; June 14, WPGC Birthday Bash; June 15, American Aquarium and Who’s Bad: The World’s #1 Michael Jackson Tribute Band; June 16, M. Ward; June 17, Houndmouth; June 22, The Feelies; June 23, emmet swimming and Ghastly; June 29, Old 97’s; June 30, Turnpike Troubadours; July 7, Steve Hofstetter. 815 V St. NW. 930.com. Music at U Street Music Hall. June 9, Shwayze & Cisco: 10th Anniversary Summer Tour and Deep Sugar DC; June 10, Night Riots; June 14, The Magician; June 15, Hobo Johnson and Lost Frequencies; June 16, Michael Brun; June 20, Alexis Taylor; June 21, Jeremy Enigk - Return of the Frog Queen Anniversary Tour; June 22, Felix Da Housecat; June 23, Eric Nam; June 24, Rare Essence; June 29, Blac Rabbit; June 30, Dimitri From Paris; July 3, The Big Boom ft. K+Lab & Fort Knox Five; July 6, Bwana & Nick Monaco; July 7, Ghetto Showcase ft. Julius Jetson & special guest Gerry Gonza. U Street Music Hall, 1115 U St. NW. ustreetmusichall.com. Music at Hill Country. June 9, The congress; June 12, Goin’ Goin’ Gone, The Traveling Ones; June 15, Dangermuffin; June 16, The Sea The Sea; June 19, Andrew Duhon; June 21, Big Mama Shakes, The High Divers; June 22, Bart Crow; June 23, Jonny Grave; June 24, Planes on Paper & Josiah Johnson (The Head and the Heart); June 26, Virginia Man; June 28, Dan Baird & Homemade Sin; June 29, Grand Ole’ Ditch; June 30, The Howlin’ Brothers; July 3, Ben Sparaco and The New Effect; July 5, Hard Swimmin’ Fish; July 6, Left Lane Cruiser; July 7, The Honey Dewdrops & Caleb Stine Band. Hill Country Live, 410 Seventh St. NW. hillcountry.com/dc.

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Smithsonian Folklife Festival on the Mall. June 27 to July 1 and July 4 to 8. The Smithsonian Folklife Festival honors contemporary living cultural traditions and celebrates those who practice and sustain them. Daytime performances, demonstrations and other activities take place between 11:30 AM and 6 PM. Evening concerts begin most nights at 6:30 PM. The 2018 festival features Armenia, Catalonia and Sisterfire Concert. festival.si.edu.

Joan Armatrading; June 19, Red Wanting Blue with Liz Brasher; June 22, Jazzmeia Horn; June 23, Greg Laswell; June 29, AJ Ghent; June 30, Masters of the Telecaster Featuring Jim Weider, GE Smith & Tom Principato-Tribute to Roy Buchanan; July 1, Keith Busey’s “70’s Best” Show; July 6, Mousey Thompson and The James Brown Experience; July 7, Sail On-The Beach Boys Tribute. City Winery, 1350 Okie St. NE. citywinery. com/washingtondc. Music at Pearl Street Warehouse. June 9, Kingsley Flood; June 10, Kingsley Flood; June 12, Sam Lewis; June 14, Ben Caplan; June 15, Ruthie and the Wranglers; June 16, Roosevelt Collier Trio; June 17, Mike & the Moonpies; June 20, EP Jackson & the Last Show; June 22, The Iguanas; June 29, The Calling; June 30, Seth Glier; July 7, Jonny Grave CD Release Party. Pearl Street Warehouse, 33 Pearl St. SW. pearlstreetwarehouse.com.

Music at the Lincoln. June 9, Gomez; June 16, Aunty Donna-Big Boys; June 17, Yann Tiersen; June 21, What Happened 2 Chocolate City. The Lincoln Theatre, 1215 U St. NW. thelincolndc.com.

Stone carver Bogdan Hovhannisyan works on a khachkar (cross-stone) in his workshop in Vanadzor, Armenia. Photo: Narek Harutyunyan, Smithsonian Institution Music at Boundary Stone. June 9, The Experience Band; June 11, 18, 25, July 3Open Mic & $4 Drafts with Reed Appleseed; June 23, Blue Dot Jazz Troupe; JUne 30, Backbeat Underground; July 7, Mike J. Scott and the Honeypots. Boundary Stone, 116 Rhode Island Ave. NW. boundarystonedc.com. Music at Black Cat. June 9, Ted Leo & The Pharmacists; June 10, Heather Mae; June 12, Snail Mail; June 13, Parker Millsap; June 14, Banding Together 2018; June 15, Mortified; June 16, Cold Cave; June 17, Stephen Malkmus & The Jicks; June 20, The Adolescents; June 21, Mystery Friends; June 23, Flasher; June 23, TV Girl; June 28, Algiers; June 30, The Split Seconds; July 1, The Tins; June 2, Antonia; July 5, Mock Identity. Black Cat, 1811 14th St. NW. blackcatdc.com. Music at The Howard. June 9, Dru Hill; June 13, Monsieur Periné; June 14, The Joe Budden Podcast w/ Rory & Mal; June 22, August Alsina; June 27, Capleton; June 30, Reggae Fest vs. Soca; July 3, Maxi Priest. Howard Theatre, 620 T St. NW. thehowardtheatre.com. Music at City Winery. June 9, Pharoah Sanders w/ William Henderson, Nat Reevss & Jonathan Blake; June 10, The Bad Plus; June 11, Tia Fuller; June 12, The Baylor Project; June 13, Homage to a Master: Keter Betts featuring Ben Williams; June 14, Raul Midon; June 15, JD Wilkes; June 16, 17, 18, 20 and 21

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Music at Rock and Roll Hotel. June 9, Kingsley Flood; June 5, Brick + Mortar; June 8, Mykki Blanco and Booty Rex Pride Party; June 9, Cupcakke; June 10, Shamir; June 12, The Horrors; June 14, Angelo Moore & The Brand New Step; June 15, Middle Kids; June 16, Young Widows; June 19, Maps & Atlases; June 22, Face to Face; June 23, The Sword; June 24, Dessa; June 26, We Are Scientists; June 29, War on Women; June 30, Paperhaus. Rock and Roll Hotel, 1353 H St. NE. rockandrollhoteldc.com. Music at Union Stage. June 9, David Ramirez: Bootleg Tour; June 10, Hot Snakes; June 11, They.; June 13, Pianos Become the Teeth; June 15, I Don’t Know How but They Found Me and Peking Duk; June 16, Tracyanne and Danny; June 17, Near Northeast; June 22, White Ford Bronco; June 23, The Naked & Famous; June 24, Bad Bad Hats; June 26, Sheck Wes; June 27, Super Doppler; June 28, Mike Love; June 29, Anthony Green; June 30, Nellie McKay and That Big 80s Party; July 3, The Dynamic Duo; July 6, Renegade-The Reunion; July 7, Vintage DC/Roots Rock Songs. Union Stage, 740 Water St. SW. unionstage.com. Music at The Anthem. June 9, Belle & Sebastian; June 12, Vance Joy; June 16, DC Jazzfest at the Wharf. The Anthem, 901 Wharf St. SW. theanthemdc.com.

Music at Ivy City Smokehouse. June 10, Vocal Jam Session with Chris Grasso Quartet; June 11, JoGo Project; June 16, Chopteeth Afro Funk Big Band. Ivy City Smokehouse, 1356 Okie St. NE. ivycitysmokehouse.com. Blue Monday Blues in Southwest. Every Monday, 6 to 9 PM. June 11, Danny Blew & the Blues Crew; June 18, Scott Ramminger & the Crawstickers; June 25, Linwood Taylor Band. $5 cover. Children are free under 16 years old. Reasonably priced meals offered. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 400 I St. SW. westminsterdc.org. Church of the Epiphany Weekly Concerts. Every Tuesday, 12:10 PM. June 12, Vasily Popov, cello, & Ralitza Patcheva, piano; June 26, Floyd’s Row, July 3, EYA: Allison Mondel, Crossley Hawn, & Kristen Dubenion-Smith. 1317 G St. NW. epiphanydc.org. Music at Sixth and I. June 14, Terri Lyne Carrington. Sixth and I, 600 I St. NW. sixthandi.org. Music at the Atlas. June 14, Yacine Boulares’ AJOYO; June 16 to 24, The InSeries: The Emperor of Atlantis. Atlas, 1333 H St. NE. atlasarts.org. Jazz Night in Southwest. Every Friday, 6 to 9 PM. June 15, Swingin’ with Alex Jenkins; June 22, Remembering Donnie West; June 29, Tribute to Art Blakey; June 30, Thinking About Jazz-2018 Art Blakey: Jazz Messenger. $5 cover. Children are free under 16 years old. Reasonably priced meals offered. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 400 I St. SW. westminsterdc.org. DC JazzFest at The Wharf. June 16 and 17; 10:30 AM to 8 PM. The Wharf hosts more than 20 acts on this weekend. Come out to hear local and international jazz musicians grooving, improvising, and blowing us away. wharfdc.com. Library of Congress Homegrown Concert Series. July 3, noon, Ara and Onnik Dinkjian and Friends; July 12, noon. Concerts are in Coolidge Auditorium on the ground floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. SE. Performances are free. No tickets required. loc.gov.

THEATER AND FILM The Remains. Extended through June 24. Ten years after their historic wedding, Kevin and Theo host a dinner for their families. Studio Theatre, 1501 14th St. NW. studiotheatre.org. National Gallery of Art Spring Film Series. Through June 24. National Gallery of Art 2018 Spring Film Program Features Washington premieres, archival retrospectives, and discussions with filmmakers and artists. For the complete schedule, visit nga.gov/calendar/film-programs. Trayf. Through June 24. ...a not-quite-kosher buddy comedy about a pair of Chabad-Lubavitcher Jews driving their Mitzvah Tank through the streets of New York City in 1990. Theater J, 1529 16th St. NW. washingtondcjcc.org. Camelot. Through July 1. Amid mystical forests and grand castles, Camelot tells a beloved tale of a leader’s integrity, courage

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL AND LOCAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND PRELIMINARY FINDING ON EXTENSION AND EXPANSION FOR GOLDEN TRIANGLE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to section 6 of the Business Improvement Districts Act of 1996 (“Act”), D.C. Official Code § 2-1215.18, the Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) will hold a public hearing on the extension and expansion of the Golden Triangle Business Improvement District. The public hearing will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, July 16, 2018 in Suite 805S, 441 4th Street NW, Washington, D.C. DSLBD Director Kristi Whitfield has informed the Golden Triangle Business Improvement District that the filing criteria set forth in D.C. Official Code § 2-1215.18 have been met and their application is otherwise in conformity with the Act. The BID application is available for review by the public online at https:// dslbd.dc.gov/service/business-improvement-districts-bids. DSLBD invites the public to testify at the public hearing. Witnesses should bring a copy of their written testimony to the hearing. Additional written statements may be submitted by e-mail to Jennifer.prats@dc.gov or mailed to: Jennifer Prats, DSLBD, 441 4th Street NW, Suite 850N, Washington, DC 20001. The public hearing record will close ten business days following the conclusion of the hearing, or Monday, July 30, 2018 before 5:00 p.m. Persons submitting written statements for the record should observe this deadline.

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National Bonsai and Beijing Museum’s Summer Yoga. June 16, 23; July 7 and 21; 8:30 to 9:30 AM. Unwind with an all-level yoga class with certified instructor and artist Kate MacDonnell. In Kate’s classwork towards calming the mind through various practices including movement, postures, breathing exercises, meditation and exploration of yoga philosophy. $12 per session. On grounds of the National Arboretum, 3501 New York Ave. NE. Tickets at bonsaisummeryoga.eventbrite.com. Photo: Courtesy of the National Bonsai and Beijing Museum

Bronx Express. June 18, 7:30 PM. Jewish Theater Lab production. Theater J, 1529 16 St. NW. theaterj.org. #poolparty at Joe’s. June 23 to July 15. Inspired by the discovery of historical documents at a private swim club that leads to a reckoning with the past, #poolparty dives into the strange history of swimming pools and confronts the gates that still slam shut today. Joe’s Movement Emporium, 3309 Bunker Hill Rd., Mt. Rainier, MD. joesmovement.org. Why is Eartha Kitt Trying to Kill Me? July 7 to 14. Why is Eartha Kitt Trying to Kill Me?: A Love Story is a new one-act opera about a mysterious murder suspect. Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave., Shirlington, VA. signature-theatre.org. March on Washington Film Festival. July 12 to 20 (save the dates). marchonwashingtonfilmfestival. Capital Fringe Festival. July 7 to 29. Tickets on sale June 18. capitalfringe.org.

Foggy Bottom Farmers Market. Wednesdays, 3 to 7 PM. 901 23rd St. NW. freshfarm.org. CityCenterDC Farmers Market. Tuesdays, 11 AM to 2 PM. 1098 New York Ave. NW. freshfarm.org. Mt. Vernon Triangle Farmers Market. Saturdays, 9 AM to 1 PM. 499 I St. NW. freshfarm.org. Eastern Market. Daily except Mondays and important holidays. Weekdays, 7 AM to 7 PM; Saturdays, 7 AM to 6 PM; Sundays, 9 AM to 5 PM. Flea market and arts and crafts market open weekends, 9 AM to 6 PM. Eastern Market is Washington’s last continually operated “old world” market. 200 and 300 blocks of Seventh Street SE. easternmarket-dc.org. Dupont Circle FRESHFARM Market. Sundays, 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM. 20th St. and Massachusetts Ave. NW. freshfarmmarket.org. Union Market. Tuesdays to Fridays, 11 AM to 8 PM; weekends, 8 AM to 8 PM. Union Market is an artisanal, curated, food market featuring over 40 local vendors. 1309 Fifth St. NE. unionmarketdc.com.

SPORTS AND FITNESS Waterfront Workouts at The Wharf. June 9, 16, 23 and 30; 9 AM. Work out by the water for free every Saturday in June. Bring a yoga mat for beginner-friendly yoga hosted by Yoga Factory. District Pier at The Wharf. wharfdc.com. Washington Nationals Home Games. June 9, 10, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24; and July 2 through 8. mlb.com/nationals. and empathy--a chronicle of the struggle for civilization and goodness in a world accustomed to violence and hate. Sidney Harman Hall, 610 F St. NW. shakespearetheatre.org. Dancing in My Cockroach Killers. Through July 1. Dancing In My Cockroach Killers is an explosive mix of texts and music that delivers the full range of Gómez’s rhythmic realism, boundless hope and rollicking humor. GALA Theatre, 3333 14th St. NW. galatheatre.org. The Scottsboro Boys. Through July 1. The Scottsboro Boys is centered around nine young AfricanAmerican teenagers who were ripped off a train in 1931, falsely accused of a crime, hastily tried and sentenced to death in an outrageous disregard of due process. Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave., Shirlington, VA. signature-theatre.org.

International Day for Yoga. June 16, 8:30 to 10:30 AM. The Embassy of India, in partnership with Friends of Yoga, is celebrating the fourth International Day of Yoga at the US Capitol, West Lawn. Bring a mat. Register at indianembassy.org/dcyogaday. DC Outdoor Pools. Outdoor pools operate six days a week. Each pool has a dedicated closed day. East Potomac will be closed this summer. Find a pool at dpr.dc.gov/service/find-pool.

MARKETS AND SALES The Tempest. Through July 1. Shakespeare’s classic comedy. The only play he set in the New World. Gunston Arts Center, Theatre Two, 2700 South Lang St., Arlington, VA. avantbard.org. The Vagrant Trilogy. June 6 to July 1. The life of a displaced Palestinian family spanning four decades, and the trenchant pull of home. The Hour of Feeling introduces Adham, who journeys to the UK on the eve of the Six Day with his new wife to deliver a career-defining lecture. Atlas, 1333 H St. NE. atlasarts.org.

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Penn Quarter Farmers Market. Thursdays, 3 to 7 PM. 801 F St. NW. freshfarm.org. By the White House Farmers Market. Thursdays, 11 Am to 2 PM. 810 Vermont Ave. NW. freshfarm.org.

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. All Ways Mount Pleasant. First Saturday, noon to 2 PM. LaCasa. All Ways is a citizen’s association primarily for the tenants of the larger apartment buildings of Mount Pleasant. 3166 Mt. Pleasant St. NW. aass.org. Chinatown Revitalization Council. Fourth Monday, 7 to 8 PM. 510 I St. NW. Chinatown Revitalization Council promotes the Chinatown renewal and the preservation of its cultural heritage. The public is welcome. Convention Center Community Association. Last Tuesday, 7 to 8:30 PM. Kennedy Rec Center, 1401 Seventh St. NW. facebook.com/ pages/Convention-Center-Community. Downtown Neighborhood Association. Second Tuesday, 7 to 9 PM. US Naval Memorial Center, 701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. miles@ dcdna.org. dcdna.org. 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.

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Eckington Civic Association. First Monday, 7 to 8:30 PM. Harry Thomas Recreation Center, 1743 Lincoln Rd. NE. eckingtondc.org. 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. 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 (Second Floor Classroom), 1835 14th St. NW. 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 (Basement Community Room), 2125 Fourth St. NW. anc1b.org. ANC 1B04. First Thursday, 6:30 PM. Banneker Recreation Center, 2500 Georgia Ave. NW. LaKisha M. Brown Commissioner. 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.

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fun, successful DC summer can best be had outdoors: outdoor dining, swimming, bicycling, hiking, boating, sun bathing, exercising, reading, listening to music, watching movies, visiting the monuments and front porch sitting. It’s all here. A lot of it’s free. In summer, Washington is remarkably informal. You can spot some very powerful people in shorts showing knobby knees strolling through Eastern Market or having coffee at an outdoor cafe. Wildly democratic and unique for a major city, we don’t look down on tourists. In fact, it’s everyone’s patriotic duty to visit us. So, relax, remove your stockings, slip into comfortable shoes, bring the dog and enjoy this great city for exactly what it is.

LISTEN TO THE MUSIC In 2018, the 9th annual Kingman Island Bluegrass & Folk Festival joins the District of Columbia in celebrating the “Year of the Anacostia.” Nestled between the banks of the Anacostia River, Kingman Island has become a park dedicated to preserving natural resources and educating District youth about conservation and becoming better stewards of the natural world. This year’s festival is on June 9 from noon to 8 p.m. at 575 Oklahoma

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Ave. NE. General admission tickets are $35; $45 at gate Children are free under 10. It features multiple stages, over eight hours of performances by dozens of local Bluegrass, Folk and Americana artists, food and drink, artisan merchants, outdoor activities including kayaking, boat tours and several activities for children. Read more at kingmanislandbluegrass.info. The Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave. SW welcomes everyone this summer with their American Roots Music Concert Series, every other Thursday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. Here’s the lineup: June 14, Hank, Pattie and The Current, progressive bluegrass; June 28, Davis Bradley, Appalachia/Americana; July 12, Justin Trawick & The Common Good, Americana/bluegrass; July 26, Seth Kibel, jazz; Aug. 9, Moonshine Society, blues/ rock; Aug. 23, Ruthie & The Wranglers, country. Provided seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis or bring your own blanket or chair. National Garden Amphitheater. The rain location is Conservatory Garden Court. usbg.gov. On Wednesdays through Aug. 22, 6 to 8 p.m., The Wharf welcomes lovers of music, water and boats to its Transit Pier for free concerts. Haven’t visited The Wharf yet? This is a perfect introduction. Here’s the lineup: June 6, Lloyd Dobler Effect; June 13, Jarreau Williams Band; June 20, Justin Trawick and The Common Good; June 27, AZTEC SUN; July 4, David Thong Band; July 11, Brent & Co.; July 18, The Woodshedders; July 25, La Unica; Aug. 1, Pebble to Pearl; Aug. 8, Monster Band; Aug. 15, Dixie Power Trio; Aug. 22, 19th Street

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to change some of the stigma that is associated with running. “ districtrunningcollective.com. Get active in the fresh air this summer, as outdoor fitness classes return to both Capitol Riverfront parks. Free classes are available Sundays through Saturdays for all fitness interests and levels with instructors from Orange Theory Fitness, VIDA Fitness, Barre3, Freedom Group Exercise, Powered Fitness and Mimi Rieger Trainers. Here’s the schedule: Monday, 7 p.m., Yoga with VIDA (Yards Park); Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Conditioning with Orangetheory (Yards Park); Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Barre Yoga with Barre3 (Canal Park); Thursdays, 5:30 p.m., Freedom Barre with Freedom Group Exercise (Yards Park); Fridays, 7:30 a.m., Strength Training with Powered Fitness (Canal Park); Saturdays, 9 a.m., HIIT with VIDA (Yards Park); and Sundays 9 a.m., Yoga with Mimi Rieger Trainers (Yards Park). All classes are free. Just show up. capitolriverfront.org.

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Band. wharfdc.com. Since its debut in 2014, Moonrise Festival at Pimlico Race Course, has grown into one of the most anticipated East Coast summer festivals. This year will be held on Aug. 11 and 12, both days from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Musical styles span from heavy-hitting bass to hip hop, live electronic acts to house music and everything in between. The event also features art installations, a vendor village, food and beverages. The lineup is at moonrisefestival.com/lineup. As with most of summer festivals, the earlier you purchase your tickets, the lower the price of admission. Pimlico Race Course is at 5201 Park Heights Ave., Baltimore, MD. moonrisefestival.com.

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Marine Corps Marathon training is a great way to start running. Whether or not you commit to doing the marathon, you can still train. You’ll be 5k or 10k-ready quickly. Runcoach is the official training program for the Marine Corps Marathon. On average participants see a 7 percent

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improvement in race finish time over prior races. Develop a personalized plan and set goals. Each plan includes an individualized training schedule; daily or weekly workout emails; individual pace assignments; cross training guides and links to video demonstrations; access to the memberonly forum; live chat feature with real US based running coaches; and GPS enabled iPhone and Android Apps that track your performance with real-time splits, maps and audio feedback. Go to marinemarathon.com/events/marathon/mcm-info/training. District Running Collective (DRC) is an urban movement that consists of runners of all levels that take to DC streets to promote culture, health, community and diversity through running. Meet up at Exhale Bar & Lounge, 1006 Florida Ave. NW, and run with them every Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. “We are looking to positively impact DC through running. We do our best to build a community of runners that reflects our beautiful city and its diversity. Our goal is take make running feel less like a chore, but a lifestyle. There are a lot of running clubs/groups that meet but we look

Since 1909 the Congressional Baseball Game has been an annual bipartisan event beloved by all and enjoyed by thousands. Members of the United States Congress from each party solidify friendships off the floor and on the field. Over the last century the Congressional Baseball Game’s popularity has contributed to its evolution into a foundation called Congressional Sports for Charity that supports worthy and effective DC area charities, including The Washington Literacy Center, The Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington and the Washington Nationals Dream Foundation among others including charities that will show their gratitude to the US Capitol Police officers and those injured at the Republican practice shooting on June 14, 2017. This year’s game is June 14, at Nationals Park. Gates open at 5:30 p.m.; first pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Reserved seats are $15; general admission, $10. Tickets and rosters are at congressionalbaseball.org. The DC United Audi Field Inaugural match is on July 14, 7 p.m., vs. the Vancouver Whitecaps. Here’s the rest of the season: July 25, 7:30 p.m., vs. New York Red Bulls; July 28, 7 p.m., vs. Colorado

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Rapids; Aug. 15, 7:30 p.m., vs. Portland Timbers; Aug. 29, 7:30 p.m., vs. Philadelphia Union; Sept. 12, 7:30 p.m., vs. Minnesota United FC; Sept. 29, 7 p.m., vs. Montreal Impact; Oct. 17, 7:30 p.m., vs. Toronto FC; and Oct. 21, 3 p.m., vs. New York City FC. Audi Field features a fan plaza outside the main gate, the rooftop patio with sweeping DC views, a team store and a rooftop bar. Get tickets at dcunited.com. The Citi Open Tennis Tournament is on July 28 to Aug. 5, at the Rock Creek Tennis Center, 5220 16th St. NW. Single session tickets range from $15 to $120 depending on the seat location and session. Week long passes range from $200 to $750. Registration is now open for those interested in volunteering at the tournament at citi.allow.me/volunteer. citiopentennis.com

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If learning to sail is on your bucket list, visit dcsail.org. They have adult and children’s sailing lessons and refresher courses, April through October. DC

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Sail is the community sailing program of the National Maritime Heritage Foundation. Their mission is to promote and sustain affordable educational, recreational and competitive sailing programs for all ages in a fun and safe environment. DC Sail empowers its participants to develop self-respect and sportsmanship, foster teamwork, and cultivate sailing skills and an appreciation for maritime-related activities. Sailing opportunities are available for adults and youth aboard small boats as well as their 65-foot schooner, American Spirit. See their boats at The Wharf/Gangplank Marina, 600 Water St. SW and Diamond Teague Park Piers at 99 Potomac Ave. SE. dcsail.org. The Potomac Riverboat Company’s newest water taxi service offers direct routes between the Wharf, Georgetown, Old Town Alexandria and National Harbor. Pick up a water taxi at Transit Pier, 950 Wharf St. SW; 3100 K St. NW; Cameron St, Alexandria, VA; and 145 National Plaza, National Harbor, MD. One-way adult pricing is $10 and $7 for kids. Round-trip is $18 and $12.60 for kids. There’s also a Washington Monuments Cruise; a Mount Vernon Cruise; a Wharf Sightseeing Cruise; an Alexandria Seaport Cruise; and

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a Canine Cruise. Tickets and more details are at potomacriverboatco.com. Boating in DC (BIDC) offers rents kayaks, canoes, row boats, paddle boards, bikes and hydro bikes at more than four locations. Learn sculling, canoeing, paddle boarding and kayaking. No disability should prevent someone from enjoying the water. BIDC offers all-access kayaking at their Thompson Boat Center location. They have equipment to make kayaking accessible for Photo: Courtesy of DPR all. Sessions include all equipment, life jacket and a boat with instruction both on and off the water. BIDC operates the Thompson Boat Center, 2900 Virginia Ave. NW, The Wharf Boathouse, 700 Water St. SW and The Ball Park Boathouse, 1492 Fourth St. SE. For rental hours, visit boatingindc.com. Capitol SUP, located at 1492 Fourth St. SE, rents kayaks paddleboards and SUPS. Their hours are weekdays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on weekends from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Lessons are available for SUP basic and race skills. capitalsup.com

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Public spray parks are small outdoor parks equipped with kid-friendly fountains that are perfect for splashing around and escaping the summer heat. The fountains are turned on from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., daily. Find a spray

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park, listed by ward, at dpr.dc.gov/page/spray-parks. For a more immersive experience, find DC outdoor pools, by ward, at dpr.dc.gov/page/outdoor-pools. DC indoor pools operate year-round with varying hours in summer to accommodate kids’ camps. Find them at dpr.dc.gov/page/indoor-pools. Sandy Point State Park is a 786-acre Maryland State Park on the Chesapeake Bay, at the foot of the Bay Bridge. It is perfect for swimming, picnicking, fishing, crabbing and boating. In summer, the southern portion of the beach has on-duty lifeguards from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays, and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends and holidays, Memorial Day to Labor Day. Admission is $5 for Maryland residents; $7 for non-residents. Take route 50 east for about 40 miles. Watch for signs. Maryland Seafood Festival is at Sandy Point State Park on Sept. 8 and 9. It’s a weekend full of delicious seafood dishes, interactive cooking demonstrations, competitions, kids’ activities and more. mdseafoodfestival.com. Enjoy river tubing on the Potomac River where it meets the Shenandoah River at Harpers Ferry. Each trip is about two hours long, depending on river conditions. To make a day of it, ask to be shuttled back to the tubing starting point and do it again. River guides are available as well. People tubing must be at least 12 years old, weight 50 lbs. or more, and swim. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult or reserve a guide. At the end of the trip, freshen up in their bathhouse equipped with sinks, toilets and hot showers. Rate are $20 to $30 per trip. Harpers Ferry is about one hour and 15 minutes from Washington, DC. harpersferryadventurecenter.com.

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feet in the air at speeds up to 20 miles per hour on their 450-foot zip line. First, climb a ladder and cross a swaying cable to get to the zip platform. Then, take off and let gravity do the rest. Participants must at least eight years old, at least fourfeet tall and between 60 and 275 pounds. The experience is $15. They also have a climbing tower, high ropes, a giant swing and a doggie dash. Walk-ins are fine, but they prefer reservations. Open daily in summer. Terrapin Adventures is at Savage Mill, 8600 Foundry St., Savage, MD. terrapinadventures.com.

ENJOY MUSEUMS AFTER HOURS

The Capital Wheel, National Harbor’s 180’ Observation Wheel

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This is the summer to ride the National Harbor Observation Wheel. Soar 180 above the Potomac River waterfront for 12 to 15 minutes in a climate-controlled, fully-enclosed gondola. Visible sights include the National Cathedral, Washington Monument, Masonic Temple, City of Alexandria, Prince George’s County and the lush parklands throughout the DC-Maryland-Virginia region. Adult tickets are $15 ($13.50, over 60); and $11.25 for children, 3 to 11. The Wheel opens at 10 a.m. on weekends in June and daily in July and August. Otherwise it opens at noon. The National Harbor Observation Wheel runs 365 days a year. thecapitalwheel.com. The Flying Circus Air Show is a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon out of town. Gates open at 11 a.m. Shows begin at 2:30 p.m. and end at about 4 p.m. After the airshow, the audience can come on to the airfield and meet airshow performers for about 30 minutes. Watch a parachute jumper opens the show as he glides

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down while carrying the American flag. Gander at a wing walker waving while hanging from his ankles below the biplane’s bottom wing. Adult admission is $15; $7 for kids through 12; under five, free. The Flying Circus Aerodrome is located 14 miles southeast of Warrenton, VA and 22 miles NW of Fredericksburg, VA. They are just off Route 17, 5114 Ritchie Rd. in Bealeton, VA. flyingcircusairshow.com. Terrapin Adventures invites you to experience the thrill of gliding through the trees 30

The White House Historical Association presents Jazz on Jackson Place, a summer concert series held in the courtyard of historic Decatur House, on Lafayette Square. The $35 ticket includes live music, hors d’oeuvres, open bar, tours of Decatur House and a chance to win raffle prizes. Jazz on Jackson Place is from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Here’s the lineup: June 14, Clarinetist Oran Etkin; July 12, Bassist Adi Meyerson; and Aug. 9, Drummer Sanah Kadoura. Decatur House is named after its first owner and occupant Stephen Decatur. whitehousehistory.org.

Jazz on Jackson Place event at the White House Historical Association. The event series, held three times during the summer season, celebrates its 12th year in 2018.

Experience the Freer|Sackler After Hours with programming combining art, film, music and food. On June 23, 5:30 p.m. to midnight, celebrate the 2018 summer solstice at this special after-hours event, with museums open until midnight across the Smithsonian. On Fridays@Freer|Sackler, July 13, 20, 27, and Aug. 3, 5 to 8 p.m., enjoy live music on the museum steps, drinks on the plaza and in the courtyard, Asian flavors by local chefs, and evening access to their exhibitions. Plus, catch a Hong Kong Film Festival screening

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starting at 7 p.m. The twenty-third annual Made in Hong Kong Film Festival is organized by the Freer|Sackler and the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery is at 1050 Independence Ave. SW. freersackler.si.edu. Phillips after 5 is a lively mix of art and entertainment, including live music, food, and cash bar on the first Thursdays of the month from 5 to 8:30 p.m. On June 7, enjoy Jazzin’ at the Phillips. On July 5, celebrate 100 years of ‘mate-ship’ between the United States and Australia at Phillips after 5. Adult admission is $12. $10 for students and seniors (over 62). Those 18 and younger are free. Tickets to Phillips after 5 include entry to special exhibitions and the permanent collection galleries. Advance ticket purchase is strongly advised as this popular event tends to sell out. The Phillips Collection is at 1600 21st St. NW. phillipscollection.org.

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travel back in time to the mid 1980s during the height of the Cold War. National Geographic Explorer-at-Large Robert (Bob) Ballard was sent on a top-secret mission to investigate the remains of two nuclear submarines. After successfully investigating the submarines in the North Atlantic, Ballard discovered the RMS Titanic. Titanic: The Untold Story will be told among historical naval artifacts such as the HOV Alvin, the titanium research submarine that dove to a depth of 12,540 feet to document the wreckage. Additionally, the exhibition contains a collection of artifacts belonging to survivors that have not been reunited since the night the ship sank in 1912. The National Geographic Museum, 1145 17th St. NW, is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ngs.org. In the Newseum Ethics Center, interactive kiosks challenge visitors to tackle real-life reporting dilemmas and see how real journalists responded. Find activities by century, topic, theme, grade and format. Learn to weed out propaganda; analyze turning points in history and identify fake news. From July 1 to Sept. 3, Newseum is

free for up to four kids, 18 and under with a paid adult. There also a small discount for online ticket purchase. Newseum, open daily, except some holidays, is at 555 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. newseum.org. “The Watching Oprah: The Oprah Winfrey Show and American Culture” at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture, explores the era that shaped Oprah Winfrey’s life and early career in TV, her talk show that dominated daytime TV for 25 years. Examine the ways in which she has influenced American popular culture. The exhibition features original artifacts from Harpo Studios in Chicago and from Smithsonian collections as well as video clips, interactives and photographs. “Watching Oprah” is on through June 2019. Museum entry is by timed-pass. Because the timedpass policy is fluid, visit nmaahc.si.edu/visit/passes for current details. The National Museum of African American History and Culture is at 1400 Constitution Ave. NW. nmaahc.si.edu. u

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Kurtis Ceppetelli and Matthew Malone,“The Bather.” Charcoal and latex on canvas, 52 x 74 inches.

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Magali Hebert-Huot,“Untitled (Swinging Bundle Yellow),” 2018. Expanding foam, rope and 3-D printed hardware, dimensions variable. Image: Hamiltonian Gallery

Kurtis Ceppetelli and Matthew Malone, also known as Duly Noted Painters, work in tandem on largescale paintings, often three feet or more in height and length, using recycled canvases and household paints. The duo has focused much of their work over the years on figurative painting, with subjects ranging from por-

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Kurtis Ceppetelli and Matthew Malone,“He Will Live in the Background.” Charcoal and latex on canvas, 52 x 80 inches.

bold, warm hues to shape the charcoal-outlined figures, while cooler colors and gray-black hues form the negative space and backgrounds around their subjects.

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Quebec City native and artist Magali Hebert-Huot imagines what it must have been like for the first French explorers to experience the New World when they landed in present-day Canada. In “Les Grandes Etendues” (French for “vast expanses”), the artist has created a series of “mises-en-scenes,” or stage settings. Through the use of sculpture, Hebert-Huot attempts to convey what the first explorers must have felt were the never-ending winters, desolate landscapes and prolonged periods of solitude. Sculptures include replicas of firewood, a winter cabin and, naturally, snow and ice. The viewer is

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Magali Hebert-Huot,“Untitled (Fleuve Saint-Laurent, with Jim),” 2018. Expanding foam, hydrocal, spruce, MDF and stucco, dimensions variable. Image: Hamiltonian Gallery

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traits to grouping of subjects often interacting in various settings. In their latest series for Foundry Gallery, titled “Model Compositions: (conjunction of the figure),” they worked from nude models allowed to pose freely, enabling a visual dialogue to take shape as the artists painted. The duo explains that they “use the drawings as pivot points for paintings, never knowing the end result. Figures conjoin with each other to create their own reality from one painting to the next. The same pose is repeated in a few paintings to bring out a different perspective and feeling.” As they note, “We initially give each piece a central figure and introduce more information in the form of additional figures and objects. Then we dissect or eliminate elements, creating a world for the figure to exist. At a certain point the painting develops a voice and begins to speak to us, telling us what it needs. And this ultimately guides us toward the finished work.” In this series, as in past ones, the human figure dominates the picture plane, rendering any other painted object incidental. The artists use primary colors with

Michael Crossett. Image: Long View Gallery

Exhibitions on View Charles Krause Reporting Fine Art 1602 Seventh St. NW, Second Floor 202-638-3612 charleskrausereporting.com Hours: Weekends from 1 to 6 p.m. Exhibition schedule TBD guided through this recreated landscape through travelogs written by HebertHuot and fellow artist Tommy Bobo, which they created based on accounts of the first explorers.

has paired a series of objects, in this instance past and present work. As Alderton explains, “’Pair-ings’ focuses on the chemistry (or synergy) that results when select works of art are brought together. The chemLong View istry can result from Gallery similarities or disMichael Crossett similarities. Comseeks that which bining works can remains in an everexpand on a narMichael Crossett. Image: Long View Gallery changing world. His rative or lead to an father’s career in the artful clash that Air Force led the family to move all over the world and wakes-up the pieces. Most importantly, a mix of artthe United States, during Crossett’s childhood, a period of works engages viewers because they are compelled to life often seen as the most stable and rooted. These expericompose a story to explain the chemical interaction.” ences have informed Crossett’s work. Initially, he captured To aid in this endeavor, Alderton has invited sculptor ephemerality through photography, which eventually led Michelle Frazier to exhibit alongside his solo exhibition him to create mixed-media prints using more traditional in a concurrent manner; this too is a pairing of sorts bemethods of superimposing subjects such as screen printtween the two artists. Frazier’s work, according to Aling, versus the use of more modern techniques such as derton, pairs stone with the figure, creating yet another computer-based digital software programs. opportunity for duality, dialogue and “chemistry.” For “Fair Card Value,” Crossett’s new solo exhibition at Long View Gallery, the artist examines DC’s transPhil Hutinet is the publisher of East City Art, dedicated to forming urban landscape, superimposing the old with DC’s visual arts. For more information, visit www.eastcthe new. Says Crossett, “As DC continues to transform, ityart.com. u I am drawn to the contrast of historic and contemporary architecture and design, commercialism and the energy that surrounds me. In a way, I am my own architect by creating new structures that juxtapose photography and found images with relevant and most often commercial symbols and icons. They shouldn’t always go together but do – one of the reasons I love graffiti. If it wasn’t illegal, I’d be doing it all the time.” The subject matter of his work, mostly architectural, incorporating urban elements such as street signs, vertiginously places one object over the next, repeatedly and carefully ensuring that the last image does not fully obstruct the ones below. As on a wellSteve Alderton,“Pair-ing 2.” Acrylic paint, 30 x 30 inches. Image: Touchstone Gallery “written” graffiti wall, the layered elements create a sense of movement and buzzing energy like the city from which they were inspired.

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Steve Alderton’s “Pair-ings” marks a major milestone in the artist’s career, his 25th anniversary with Touchstone Gallery. This series combines previous work with the artist’s more recent painting trajectory. As the title of the exhibition suggests, the artist

Steve Alderton,“Pair-ing 3.” Acrylic paint, 30 x 30 inches. Image: Touchstone Gallery

Gallery Neptune & Brown 1530 14th St. NW 202-986-1200 neptunefineart.com Hours: Wed. to Sat.: noon to 7 p.m. Summer exhibition schedule TBD Foundry Gallery 2118 Eighth St. NW 202-232-0203 foundrygallery.org Hours: Wed. to Sun.: 1 to 7 p.m. Through July 1 Kurtis Ceppetelli and Matthew Malone, “Model Compositions: (conjunction of the figure)” Hamiltonian Gallery 1353 U St. NW 202-332-1116 hamiltoniangallery.com Hours: Tues. to Sat.: noon to 6 p.m. Through June 30 Magali Hebert-Huot, “Les Grandes Etendues” Hemphill Fine Arts 1515 14th St. NW 202-234-5601 hemphillfinearts.com Hours: Tues. to Sat.: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Through June 9 “More or Less” group exhibition Long View Gallery 1234 Ninth St. NW 202-232-4788 longviewgallerydc.com Hours: Wed. to Sat.: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Through July 8 Michael Crossett, “Fair Card Value” Touchstone Gallery 901 New York Ave. NW 202-347-2787 touchstonegallery.com Hours: Wed. to Fri.: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekends: 12 to 5 p.m. Through July 1 Gallery A: Group exhibition Galleries B & C: Steve Alderton, “Pair-ings” Guest sculptor: Michelle Frazier, “Contrasted Elements”

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Colada Shop, Logan Circle’s popular Cuban restaurant, features a spacious dining area.

BELOW: Now that summer is finally here, guests can enjoy Colada Shop’s pleasant rooftop bar.

LEFT: Colada Shop’s menu is more “authentic” Cuban than we had anticipated.

Insatiable article and photos by Celeste McCall

aving visited Cuba this past January, husband Peter and I decided to check out the local take on this often-misunderstood island cuisine. Was Cuban cooking in Cuba different from the version we get in the US? Is the “classic” Cuban sandwich really Cuban? We launched our stateside culinary exploration at the Colada Shop in Logan Circle, 1405 T St. NW. There’s a lot more to Colada than meets the eye. A recent lunch was well worth the hassle, mainly parking in the busy neighborhood, even on a Sunday. At first, Colada looks like a small, cramped carryout, but the small space opens up into a spacious firstfloor dining area, plus a brightly decorated upstairs bar and rooftop garden. On a blustery spring day, it was far too cold to enjoy the otherwise pleasant outdoor seating. So, after placing our orders at the busy counter, we settled inside at a comfy couch and awaited our food, which arrived in a sturdy paper shopping bag. The Colada Shop menu seemed more authentic than we’d anticipated. I went for the empanadas – delicate pastry filled with picadillo (spicy ground beef ) and spinach and cheese. Ham croquetas were delicious: crisp on the outside, moist and flavorful

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inside. Pastelitos, pastries with cream cheese and guava, were enveloped in a flakey crust. Peter’s Cuban sandwich, while not really Cuban, was the best rendition we’ve tasted north of Tampa. We’ve learned that Cuban sandwiches were reportedly invented to feed Cuban cigar workers in Tampa’s Ybor City neighborhood and in Key West. In almost two weeks traveling around Cuba, we never encountered anything resembling the familiar combo of ham, pork, Swiss cheese and pickles. Lunch for two, with a glass of Tempranillo vino tinto, came to $35. Colada Shop, which has a sibling in Sterling, is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Call 202-332-8800 or visit coladashop.com.

Mas Cubano

Local interest in Cuban cooking and restaurants seems to be growing, maybe since many Americans have traveled there recently. Due to open soon – if not already – is Little Havana at 3704 14th St. NW, in Petworth. The 70-seat Caribbean newcomer is the creation of Alfredo Solis, who brought us neighborhood taquerias El Sol and Mezcalero. Helming the central kitchen, lined with gleaming white subway tiles, is Joseph Osorio, whose Cuban godmother taught him to cook.

As for the menu, Osorio hopes to transport diners to Miami’s Little Havana, where Cuban restaurants abound. “Half of the menu is going to be really traditional, and the other half is our twist on Cuban cuisine,” Solis told Eater DC, adding that other Caribbean cuisines will appear as well. After all, Cuba is the gateway to the Caribbean. Diners can expect empanadas, oxtail and Jamaican jerk chicken. Myriad kinds of rum will flow. For updates visit littlehavanadc.com.

Summer Pleasure

Now that summer is finally here, outdoor seating is proliferating throughout the land. In Bloomingdale, Truxton Inn has opened its 40-seat patio. Located at 251 Florida Ave. NW, the popular neighborhood spot is open daily. Call 202-733-4952 or visit truxtonindc.com. Nearby in Shaw, Morris American Bar – which debuted last winter – has unveiled its 60-seat, streetfacing patio. The dog-friendly al fresco section is dubbed Fix Bar, meaning “to fix” drinks. Warm

welcome to the called M’s Kitchen, grew up eating yakitori ( Japanese for grilled chicken). Therefore, the menu showcases victuals grilled over binchotan charcoal including snacks, vegetables, chicken and beef skewers. Momo’s buildout was fairly simple, we’re told, thanks to the space’s former life as Mediterranean restaurant Nido (which closed last year). Momo’s modern design features soaring ceilings, white brick walls, colorful tiles and blond woods. Momo, which means “thigh” in Japanese, is also the name of the ownThe bar is a busy place at the Colada Shop, Logan Circle’s lively Cuban restaurant. ers’ fluffy gray cat. The couple integrates their shared love of felines (they’ve got weather favorites include boozy snow cones, three) in other ways as well. At the bottom of a served over crushed ice, reportedly popular in soup bowl (filled with a seared rice ball in savory the 19th century. Other seasonal potables inchicken broth) lurks a feline image. Quirky cofclude locally produced beers and canned rose wine from House Wine, made in Washington’s fee cups provided for discarded skewers depict Columbia Valley. Located at 1020 Seventh St. sunglass-wearing cats. NW, Morris/Fix is open nightly except for The restaurant is open nightly, except for Monday. Call 202-962-0400 or visit morrisTuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, when it is bardc.com. closed. For more information visit momoyakitori.com.

Yap About It: Cafe Saint-Ex Turns 15

What a difference a decade and a half makes! In 2003, 14th Street corridor buildings were largely boarded up; the neighborhood was hardly a dining destination. But Cafe Saint-Ex took the plunge 15 years ago, and the restaurant has remained a cornerstone. Last month’s Birthday BBQ Blowout kicked off a series of monthly patio sessions. Coming up: Father’s Day BBQ with DC Brau ( June 17); Altos Tequila ( July 22); National Dog Day (August 26) with Dogfish Head brew. Four-legged friends are welcome. Also: on Monday Night Yappy Hours, guests may bring their dogs, who are always welcome on the patio. Located at 1814 14th St. NW, Cafe Saint-Ex is open daily; call 202-265-7839 or visit www.saint-ex.com.

Yak about Cats

In Woodridge (Washington’s northeastern edge), Asian grill Momo Yakitori (2214 Rhode Island Ave. NE) now dispenses cups of noodles along with cocktails in the lower-level bar. Plus lots of cats. More about them later. Partners Masako Morishita and Andrew Chiou, who also operate a catering company

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If you haven’t seen cookbook author/chef/storyteller Jonathan Bardzik recently, no worries. The personable Bardzik has been busy. He’s been promoting his three cookbooks: “Fresh and Magical Vinaigrettes,” “Seasons to Taste” and “Simple Summer.” Hill’s Kitchen, 713 D St. SE, should be carrying his books, and they are also available on Amazon.com. In addition to corporate keynote speaking, team-building events and in-home teaching dinners, Bardzik is cooking at 10 different markets in the Washington area, including Bloomingdale farmers market at First and R streets NW, where you can meet him on Sunday, July 22, from 10 a.m. to noon. You can also find Bardzik’s recipes at Canales Quality Meats (inside Eastern Market) and can follow him on Instagram and Facebook. For more information and to order books call 202-596-1927 or visit JonathanBardzik.com/thebooks.

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Food Rescue US Meets Miss Pixie’s

ou’ve heard the stats. According to the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), the US throws out more than 400 pounds of food per person per year. This wasted food generates climate-change pollution equivalent to 37 million cars per year. If just one-third of the food that we now toss was redirected to people in need, it would more than meet food needs across the country. According to the DC Department of Public Works Solid Waste Characterization Study, food waste in 2011 made up approximately 14.8 percent of DC’s residential waste stream. So much of that wasted food could be put to better use.

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DC has been Kate Urbank’s home away from home for the last few years. A

by Catherine Plume Georgetown University graduate, she moved back to DC after raising her children in California and working in Connecticut politics. She hoped to find work in the political sphere but soon realized that many had the same idea. She needed something to do. In Connecticut, she’d volunteered with Food Rescue US. She’d had fun doing food “runs” – picking up perfectly good food that was reaching expiration from a local grocery store, loading it in her car, and delivering it to a homeless shelter or soup kitchen that could put the food to good use. She decided to do food runs in DC while continuing her job hunt. But a Google search for a foodrunner program in DC came up empty. Eventually, Urbank met Josh Singer, who leads the DC Food Recovery Working Group. “Josh confirmed that there was no app-based, volunteer-driven food runner

Kate Urbank of Food Rescue US-DC and Pixie Windsor of Miss Pixie’s have developed a unique partnership. Photo: LJHamilton

program in the District,” explained Urbank, “but wholeheartedly supported the idea. So, I called the Food Rescue US main office and pitched the idea of starting Food Rescue US-DC. I met with DC food recovery and food insecurity stakeholders, and by October 2016, we listed our first food rescue opportunity on our app. It was claimed by David and Christine, my first official Food Rescuers, and we were launched. I had a job!”

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Thanks to Food Rescue US-DC, this food will be used to prepare healthy meals instead of being discarded. Photo: Food Rescue US

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Laying groundwork for the expansion of Food Rescue US in DC took time. While the Good Samaritan Good Food Donation Act of 1996 protects food donors from criminal or civil liability, it was a new idea for many businesses. In addition to attracting donors, Urbank also needed to identify receiving agencies and attract more volunteers. It was starting to become a 24/7 commitment. Because the work was often solitary, she decided to look for a part-time job to gain co-workers and bring some rhythm to her week. In June of 2017, she landed a weekend job at Miss Pixie’s Furnishings & Whatnot. “I was inspired by Pixie’s commitment to the community,” she explained, “and I had all but furnished my apartment there and liked the vibe.” In keeping with her community spirit, last November, Pixie Windsor hosted a meet and greet for Urbank’s volunteers on “Giving Tuesday.” Urbank noted, “Since we work remotely, many of us had never met. It was a fun and diverse group of people – food donors, receiving agency representatives and volunteers – all connecting and sharing stories.” This month,

Seylou Bakery & Mill 926 N Street, NW, Suite A • (202) 842-1122 • www.seylou.com

Longtime Shaw residents remember the scent of bread baking wafting from the Wonder Bread factory on S Street back in the day. Master baker Jonathan Bethony and his wife/ co-owner Jessica Azeez have brought fresh-baked bread back to Shaw in a big way. Not only is Seylou the District’s only all whole grain bakery, but they’re the only ones milling their grains on the premises, using organic grains grown for them by local farmers. The result is bread and pastries baked fresh in a wood-fired oven five days a week that draw fans from around the city eager to take home a loaf or two. Choose from sourdough, ciabatta, baguettes, croissants, and be sure to ask about the horse bread). Wheat-free and Vegan options, too. Bethony has been called “the Steve Jobs of bread.” Need we say more?

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FishScale 637 Florida Avenue, NW • www.wearefishscale.com

When Chef Brandon Williams was wowing crowds and critics alike with his fresh fish burgers at the White House Farmer’s Market, he knew he was on to something. Williams and his sister Kristal have brought his passion for sustainable, wild-caught fish and shellfish, and grilling fish over aromatic wood to Shaw. FishScale serves fish burgers and sides exclusively (grilled romaine and Japanese sweet potato are favorites). The fish varieties change regularly, including varieties you’ve never heard of (monchong burger, anyone?). The burgers are cooked to order and served on grilled buns with housemade condiments. These tasty, healthy treats have quite a following, even among fans of red meat.

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We can’t have enough top-notch fitness facilities to work off all the calories that Shaw’s award-winning restaurants and bars have to offer. Owners Jay Morgan and Graham King opened the flagship location of their popular athlete-focused crossfit gyms at the north end of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Urban Athletic Club’s 3,300 square foot space offers high-level sports conditioning, Olympic lifting and strength training, and dynamic bodyweight exercise in group classes, personal training, and open gym options. Make progress on those athletic and performance goals on American-made Rogue equipment, under a great mural by Aniekan Udofia.

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Windsor is holding a volunteer-athon at the store in to recruit more food rescuers. The staff at Miss Pixie’s has caught the food rescue bug. Aaron was the first to dive in, and now Stefanie, Glynn and Pixie are all regular food rescuers, Pixie having adopted two runs per week. But she’s gone beyond volunteering. She’s a huge advocate for Food Rescue US, connecting Urbank to potential food donors, receiving agencies and media contacts. Windsor noted, “I’m thrilled to be able to support Kate and her food rescue work. It’s wonderful to be able to help get perfectly good food to people who need it the most.” And how is Food Rescue US doing in DC? Since the organization’s inception in October 2016, over 500,000 pounds of food have been “rescued,” providing healthy meals to DC’s homeless and food insecure. But, there’s much more to do. According to Urbank, “There’s currently legislation pending before the DC Council’s Committee on Finance and Revenue that would provide tax credits to businesses and individuals who donate food. We need DC residents to urge Councilmember Evans, who chairs this committee, to bring it to a vote. And we need more volunteers. We need more food and agencies to receive this food. We need awareness!” Why not give food rescuing a try? It’s a lot of fun. Just ask the folks at Miss Pixie’s. She’ll be hosting a volunteer-a-thon at her store on June 21 from 6 to 8 p.m., or email Kate Urbank at kate@foodrescue.us.

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Once a year, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge is closed to traffic and open exclusively for runners, joggers and walkers. The 10k, on Nov. 4, is 4.35 miles over water and 186 feet in the air. acrossthebay10k.com. Photo: Brent Doscher

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VOICE LIFELINE AND BROADBAND LIFELINE Did you know? You may qualify for assistance in paying your home phone or Fios Internet bill. Discounts for basic telephone or Broadband Lifeline service are available to eligible District of Columbia low-income residents. Verizon Washington, D.C. Voice Lifeline Plans: Verizon Washington, D.C.’s Lifeline service, known as “Economy II,” offers reduced rates on Verizon’s monthly telephone bill and one-time discounts on the cost of installing phone service. Additionally, toll blocking is available to Economy II customers at no charge.

Crosstown Protected Bike Lanes Open House

DC Department of Transportation (DDOT) invites members of the public to an open house, June 12, 6 to 8 p.m. in the Raymond Recreation Center Multipurpose Room, 3725 10th St. NW. The subject is proposed protected bike lane designs for Irving St. NE/ NW between Michigan Ave. NE and the 400 block of Kenyon St. NW; Fifth St. NW/ Park Pl. NW between Grant Circle and Kenyon St. NW; and Seventh St. NW/Warder St. NW between New Hampshire Ave. NW and Kenyon St. NW. DDOT staff will make a presentation and solicit feedback. For more information, contact DDOT Project Manager, Katherine Youngbluth, at katherine.youngbluth@dc.gov or Mike Goodno at mike. goodno@dc.gov or visit dccycletrack.com/crosstown.

$2.6 Million in Grants Awarded

Mayor Muriel Bowser (D) has awarded over $2.6 million in Great Streets Small Business Capital Improvement Reimbursement Grants to 53 small businesses. Ward 1 awardees are Habesha Market, Harrar Coffee and Roastery, Howard Deli, Johnnie’s Florist, A-List Cultivating Salon, Sticky Fingers Sweets & Eats, SWEAT DC, Paisley Fig, Patrick’s Pet Care, Picture Frame Factory Corporation, Rise Bakery and

Economy II Service*: $3.00 per month for unlimited local calling. Value-added services are not included (e.g., Call Waiting, Caller ID). No connection charges apply. Also, customers will not be charged for the federal subscriber line charge. Economy II customers who are 65 years of age or older can have this service at a further reduced rate of $1.00 per month. Broadband Lifeline: Verizon Washington, D.C also offers a monthly Lifeline discount to qualified customers who subscribe to Fios Internet service. Eligible customers will receive a $9.25 monthly discount. * Full terms and rates for these services, including terms of eligibility, are as set forth in federal and in Verizon’s tariffs on file with the Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia. All rates, terms and conditions included in this notice are subject to change and are current at the time of printing.

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District residents who have been certified by the Washington DC Voice Lifeline Program as eligible may apply for the Economy II program or Broadband Lifeline service for customers who subscribe to Fios Internet. To apply, schedule an appointment with the Washington, DC Voice Lifeline Program by calling 1-800-253-0846. Households in which one or more individuals are receiving benefits from one of the following public assistance programs or have an annual income that is 135% or below the Federal Poverty Guideline may be eligible. ü Supplemental Nutrition Assistance (SNAP) ü Medicaid ü Supplemental Security Income (SSI) ü Veteran’s Pension Benefit Veteran’s Survivors Pension Benefit ü ü Federal Public Housing Assistance (Section 8)

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Contact Washington, DC Voice Lifeline or Broadband Lifeline Program at 1-800-253-0846 to apply To find out more information, you may also call the Universal Service Administration Company (USAC), which administers Voice Lifeline and Broadband Lifeline for the FCC, by calling (888) 641-8722 or by accessing its website at www.LifelineSupport.org. Economy II and Broadband Life are Lifeline supported services. Voice Lifeline and Broadband Lifeline are government assistance programs. Only eligible consumers may enroll. You may qualify for Voice Lifeline or Broadband Lifeline service if you can show proof that you participate in certain government assistance programs or your annual income (gross and from all sources) is at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guideline. If you qualify based on income, you will be required to provide income verification. Proof of participation in a government assistance program requires your current or prior year’s statement of benefits from a qualifying state or federal program; a notice letter or other official document indicating your participation in such a program; and/or another program participation document (for example, benefit card). Proof of income requires your prior year’s state or federal tax return; current income statement from an employer or paycheck stub; a statement of Social Security, Veterans Administration, retirement, pension, or Unemployment or Workmen’s Compensation benefits; a federal notice letter of participation in General Assistance; a divorce decree; a child support award; and/or another official document containing income information. At least three months of data is necessary when showing proof of income. In addition, the Lifeline program is limited to one discount per household, consisting of either wireline or wireless service. You are required to certify and agree that no other member of the household is receiving Voice Lifeline or Broadband Lifeline service from Verizon or another communications provider. Verizon also provides Voice Lifeline and Broadband Lifeline Services to residents of federally recognized lands who meet Native American Lifeline criteria. Voice Lifeline and Broadband Lifeline services are non-transferable benefits. Voice Lifeline customers may not subscribe to certain other services, including other local telephone service. Consumers who willfully make false statements in order to obtain the Lifeline benefit can be punished by fine or imprisonment, or can be barred from the program.

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The Phillips Offers Free Admission Summer

This summer, The Phillips Collection, 1600 21st St. NW, offers free admission to everyone under the age of 30 through Labor Day Weekend, Sept. 3. This offer begins just in time for their upcoming special exhibition, “Marking the Infinite: Contemporary Women Artists from Aboriginal Australia,” on view through Sept. 9. PhillipsCollection.org. Urban Scoop. Ward 2 awardee is Imm Thai on 9th restaurant. The competitive grants were awarded to small business owners. greatstreets. dc.gov/page/small-business-business-grants.

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Public Art Grants

The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH) invites the submission of applications to the second cycle of the FY19 Public Art Building Communities (PABC) grant program from DCbased 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and individuals who are DC residents. Applications and guidelines are available at dcarts.dc.gov/ node/1332991. The submission deadline is Aug. 17, 2018 at 4 p.m.

Building an LGBTQ Inclusive Workplace

On June 13, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., at 1495 F St. NW, join the Washington DC Economic Partnership (WDCEP) to learn how companies can create safe spaces for LGBTQ employees, consumers and stakeholders. Learn how to create an LGBTQ friendly workplace. Explore DC laws that protect LGBTQ employees. Gain understanding of sexual orientation vs. gender identity. Building an LGBTQ Inclusive Workplace is part of DC Biz Chat Series. The series includes workshops that help entrepreneurs create or expand their business in Washington, DC. Register at buildanlgbtinclusiveworkplace.splashthat.com.

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DC Survey the Homelessness

The 2018 “Point-in-Time Annual Census and Survey” of persons and families experiencing homelessness in the District has been released. This year’s count was conducted on Jan. 24, 2018. It captures the number of people either staying in the shelter system or sleeping on the street. It shows that the total number of persons experiencing homelessness in the District decreased by 7.6 percent from 2017 and 17.3 percent from 2016. Family homelessness decreased by 20.8 percent since last year and by nearly 40 percent since the 2016 count. While the number of individuals experiencing homelessness increased by 5.2 percent between 2017 and 2018, there was a net decrease in the percentage of unsheltered individuals. This means more individuals were in a shelter program the night of the count. Have an item for the Bulletin Board? Email bulletinboard@ hillrag.com. u

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The Race For DC Council Chair More Than Two Policy Wonks

ost questions asked of the Democratic candidates for DC Council chair – incumbent Phil Mendelson and his opponent Ed Lazere – have centered on public policy issues: affordable housing, improving the quality of education and tax cuts, for example. Those are all important concerns, but is policymaking all there is to the chairman’s job? Does the position require a unique set of skills and talents? “A chairman must have leadership skills, integrity, an ability to balance competing interests and build consensus, a good sense of humor and strong interpersonal skills,” said Ward 4 Councilmember Brandon Todd, who served on then-Councilmember Muriel Bowser’s staff for seven years. He has been a ward representative in his own right for three years. The chair “must care more about the District than his own personal interests,” added Todd. Not inconsequentially, the chair also must be able to count to seven. He must whip the votes in the 13-member legislature to help ensure passage of bills or to serve as a bulwark against a possible mayoral veto. Drilling down into that part of the job description, which is arguably the most significant aspect of the position, isn’t sexy, however. It doesn’t evoke passionate rants and vehement rebukes. When the person holding the post of chair has the right skills for the job, good things can happen, including having that strong, organized check on the executive. District voters need only look at the current Congress as indisputable evidence of what can go wrong when the legislative branch is rudderless. At a recent forum, sponsored in part by Capital Community News, at least two queries probed this area: how the chair could ensure the executive spends money as intended by the council and how the council might be restructured for maximum effectiveness.

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by Jonetta Rose Barras “I bring a lot of experience and leadership from the advocacy community. The council needs a bold leader to face the issues confronting us,” Lazere has said, boasting that he has met with every member of the council and the mayor. He made those forays as lobbyist and executive director of the DC Fiscal Policy Institute (DCFPI), a division of the national nonprofit Center for Budget and Policy Priorities. Mendelson has described his style closer to that of Linda Cropp, who was chair during the era of the congressionally mandated financial control board and through the eightyear tenure of Mayor Anthony A. Williams. She ran for mayor in 2007 but was defeated by Adrian M. Fenty. Interestingly, Cropp is the chair of Mendelson’s reelection campaign. He has said that his responsibility as chair is to help councilmembers reach consensus, to create an environment for collaboration and to ensure a high standard of integrity and ethics. “I have been a leader, not just a leader but an effective leader,” said Mendelson.

Destination Politics

Mendelson may have had his eye on politics long before arriving at city hall. He came from Cleveland, Ohio, in the 1970s to pursue a political science degree from American University. By 1978, he had been elected as an Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner, where the adage “All politics is local” gets played out at its most micro level. Before that he made himself a household name in Ward 3 during the fight to prevent the razing of McLean Gardens, a 43-acre housing complex. Later, he was hired as a staffer for Ward 3

Councilmember Jim Nathanson and former chair David Clarke, the first white person to lead the local legislature. In 1998, Mendelson was elected at-large councilmember. In 2012, when then-chair Kwame Brown was forced step down after pleading guilty to federal bank fraud charges, councilmembers selected Mendelson as their interim leader. In a special election, District voters concurred. In 2014, he was reelected to a full four-year term. The father of a teen daughter, Adelaide, and a Capitol Hill resident, Mendelson is no stranger to District voters. He has a record from which they can assess his leadership and management skills. Ads he has run on social media include a host of people – all ages, races and classes – praising him. But he also has critics, including a few of his own colleagues and the mayor, who have cursed him, sometimes literally. People may remember Mayor Bowser famously used the F word in accusing Mendelson of misrepresenting her homeless shelter proposal. After concluding, with the help of disgruntled residents, that the mayor’s shelter plan was too costly, advantaging developers and property owners, the council followed Mendelson’s push to have the facilities built on government land. That saved the city as much as $165 million. Nine members signed on initially to the change; that super majority was a signal to Bowser that Mendelson had enough votes to override any mayoral veto she might have been contemplating. By the final vote, Mendelson had corralled the entire council to follow him, not the mayor. Bowser subsequently went along for the ride. Mendelson has steered the council through other controversies including gun control, securing minimum autonomy over the local budget, creation of an independent attorney general, tax reform and paid family leave. The latter two have prompted some to accuse him of playing to the rich and the business community, a charge Mendelson has strongly denied. Nevertheless, it hasn’t stopped

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Lazere from repeating the accusation on the campaign trail.

fidelity and effectiveness. The council’s budget alone is $20 million. In his role as chair, Mendelson manages the overall budget approval process. A 30-year District resident, LazHe takes the annual plan subere arrived in the nation’s capimitted by the mayor, divides it tal from Sioux City, Iowa. Like among committee chairs, then Mendelson he came for college reviews the recommendations and stayed. He lives in Brookthey make. He develops a final, land with his wife of 28 years. multi-year plan that must be apHe has two adult sons, who in proved by his colleagues and the their youth attended DC PubCongress. It is a beast of a job, lic Schools. During those years, which requires, as Todd has notLazere and his wife were very aced, the ability to traverse varied tive in school affairs. He was on terrains and negotiate competthe local School Advisory Team ing interests. at School Without Walls, an apLazere is not worried by plication high school that is conthat piece of the job, however. sidered the cream of the crop. He He knows and understands was a scout leader in his commugovernment financing. Each Candidates for the Chair debate in front of the Ward 8 Democrats. Photo: Courtesy Ward 8 Democrats nity for 15 years, and he has been year his organization prepares president of Temple Micah. an analysis of the mayor’s plan; While Lazere has never run he also has worked with a coaliher eyes during the discussion, she couldn’t be faultfor office, he hasn’t been far from the political scene tion of nonprofits to advocate for certain changes. ed for getting confused about who was talking. The as the executive director of the DCFPI. He and Still, some residents are disconcerted by his stated candidates agree that the system of public educahis staff have conducted research around the city’s intention of spending more taxpayer money as the tion in the nation’s capital is badly broken. Sepafinances and advocated for certain public policies, fundamental solution to challenges facing the city rately, they agonize over the best method to provide especially affordable housing. He has served on sevand the council. more low-cost housing. They want more input from eral government-established commissions includFor example, when asked about restructuring residents into the comprehensive plan developed by ing the Tax Review Commission created by the the council to strengthen the check on the executhe Bowser administration. council under Mendelson and led by former mayor tive branch, Lazere asserted the legislature needs Each has declared himself “a progressive” DemoAnthony A. Williams. more staff. He proposed establishing an office of crat, although Mendelson is somewhat more fiscally Though Lazere voted for the recommendations research and oversight. “I am looking to strengthen conservative than Lazere. Truth be told, however, made by the commission, he fought hard against tax oversight.” From his description at several forums, the title of progressive is a distinction truly without breaks for wealthier District residents. As the counthe new office could operate like an in-house DCFa difference in the District, where the heart of every cil began to implement the changes proposed by PI, researching best practices around the country politician bleeds for the poor and working class. the Williams commission, Lazere became one of its while drilling down in government agencies to demost consistent critics, pushing hard to prevent cuts. termine what is happening and how services could “I have long been a supporter of having a probe improved. gressive system,” Lazere told voters gathered last How are voters to decide whom to choose when That idea isn’t so new. Vincent C. Gray, durmonth at Westminster Presbyterian Church in there is such commonality around critical issues? ing his tenure as council chair, created an Office of Southwest. “I was opposed to the estate tax cut. I The measure for judging who should or shouldn’t Public Policy charged with a similar mission. Withwas opposed to cutting income tax,” he continued, be chair may settle around experience and leaderin a year or two, it dissolved without any fanfare. adding that money to finance those cuts could have ship. “I know how to get things done,” Lazere has Lazere has said that as chair he also would use been spent to provide additional services to lowsaid, touting his advocacy experience and the fact his “advocacy skills and energy to hold the mayor income residents. that he has been at the helm of an organization for more accountable.” As an example, he cited the 20 years. problem at Ballou Senior High School where stuThe District government may seem like a nondents graduated in 2017 although they lacked the profit, but it is a $14 billion corporation, charged requisite academic and attendance requirements. “I Lazere and Mendelson may differ about taxes but with state, county and city functions. The executive would hold a press conference at the school to call on most public policy issues they mirror each other. is responsible for daily operations. As equal partner, the mayor out for not spending the money the way Their approaches diverge at times, but they are esthe council must know how the pennies are being she should have.” sentially interested in accomplishing the same things. spent, where abuse is occurring and whether a polMendelson countered that “when it comes to If a resident attending one of the forums closed icy it approved is actually being implemented with oversight, I don’t shy away from that at all.” He

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also has been willing to tussle with the mayor. There were four houses, for example, that residents in the Anacostia neighborhood of Ward 8 wanted renovated. They were deteriorating with each year and were a blight on a community struggling to improve its reputation and the quality of life for its residents. With Mendelson leading the charge, the council forced the mayor to act. “We got the [ownership of the] houses transferred, and they’re being renovated now.” Further, he said the council doesn’t need another office. “There are 10 or 11 staffers per member,” enough for legislators to get their work done. He said he has put more resources into the Office of the General Counsel; a lawyer from that office is assigned to work with each council committee, extending the expertise beyond existing staff. Mendelson said he has strengthened the budget office for the council. The most important hire the council has made under him to enhance oversight has been former councilmember Kathy Patterson. As city auditor, she works for the council and, by law, can probe any government agency or assess any public policy, including examining what other cities and states are doing. So, it looks like the choice in the Democratic primary on June 19 may boil down to how residents answer these simple questions: Does more guarantee improved leadership, greater accountability from the executive, better oversight and higher quality of life for citizens? Or is more just that – more? Jonetta Rose Barras, a freelance writer based in Washington, DC, is the executive producer of The Barras Report television show. u

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Norton Faces Her First Democratic Challenger In 10 Years

his June, congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton will face her first challenger in the primaries in eight years: former Obama administration official Kim Ford. A month before the primary, Ford and Norton debated for Ward 8 Democrats on issues like voting rights and gun laws, and Norton secured the group’s endorsement. The two candidates have similar goals, such as statehood and

by Gavrielle Jacobovitz economic development. Yet their campaigns differ on how to get there. When asked about her decision to challenge Norton, in a conference room peering over Chinatown’s lunchtime rush, Ford clarified: “I don’t think it’s running against Eleanor, per se. I think it’s running for the delegate to the House of Representatives.” Eight years ago, Douglass Sloan, a senior political analyst, ran for Norton’s seat—he got 9.2 percent of the vote. Can

a race against a 14-term incumbent be a race for, and not against?

On Statehood

When Ford was a child, she wandered the halls of the Longworth House Office Building, watching the two parties solve issues together, she remembers. Her mother was a public servant as well, a

Congresswoman Norton Fights Trump’s Cuts to Medicade. Credit: Eleanor Holmes Norton’s Office

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Kim Ford is challenging Congresswoman Norton in the Democratic Primary for Congressional Delegate. Credit: Kim Ford's Campaign.

candidates “have the ability to break people into the fight.” The Congresswoman said she’ll ask for a vote with a Democratic majority in the House, and will introduce a Home Rule package, including bills for budget and legislative autonomy for the District. “I have made more progress on Statehood than ever,” she said. Norton, according to Bo Shuff, Executive Director of D.C. Vote, has been a “driving force behind both the efforts on DC Statehood and the efforts to turn back Congressional interference,” with DC Statehood having more co-sponsors now than ever before. Norton’s partisan strategy, Ford contends, means DC will have to “hope, wish and pray” that the Democrats will take back Congress. “The problem with this is that has happened three times in the last 27 years.”

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Clinton administration official. (From tree, to apple, Ford laughed.) After 27 years, Ford says it’s time for a change in strategy—a bipartisan approach to Statehood. Norton will introduce the Statehood bill only when Democrats take the House. Andria Thomas, a DC activist running for shadow senator, said Norton’s stance aligns with the coalition for Statehood’s five-year strategy—she wouldn’t “waste our valuable resources now in trying to win over other Republicans,” without all Democrats on board. Norton has pursued Statehood in Congress ever since she took office. In 1993, she created the “New Columbia Admission Act,” which was ultimately defeated in the House. Fifteen years later, her “District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act of 2007” was thwarted by a Republican filibuster in the Senate. Some say her efforts aren’t sufficient—this motivated Sloan’s campaign. John Capozzi, former Shadow U.S. Representative, told Hill Rag that “all approaches [to Statehood] are good as long as we involve more people” and that both

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“them tear down the old Wharf and build this new shiny thing.” But she wasn’t seeing many DC residents or businesses involved in the construction, or neighboring residents benefiting. Norton boasted about the development of the waterfront, in which she acquired federal land for DC. Mayor Bowser made the Wharf hire at minimum 51 percent DC residents, 20 percent from Ward 8. Dorothy Brizill, Executive Director of DC Watch, referenced Ford’s remarks about the Wharf, following her research on the candidate. “That’s a nice useful image to create. But she never goes beyond that. What would she have done differently?” With similar goals, the candidates diverge in means. While Ford focuses on jobs and workforce— DC residents interning on the Hill, student loan forgiveness—Norton focus on land and building developments, though also mentions her efforts against spiralling college costs, spearheading DC Tag. Next term, Norton will have seniority. With a Democratic majority, she could chair the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, acquiring jurisdiction over the Metro, where, she said, “we’re in the fight for our life.” Voters don’t want to start all over again with “somebody who has not much knowledge of the circumstances of the kind you’d have if you had been a DC official,” she explained. Norton’s seniority would be a “major benefit to the District” with a Democratic house, Brizill noted, as opposed to Ford, who would have a “tremendous learning curve.” Regardless, Ford believes transportation shouldn’t be the priority at all—she’d join the House Committee on

Education and the Workforce. She mentioned DC giving back federal funding, in reference to the city returning affordable housing resources to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Karl Racine, DC’s attorney general, supports Ford. Racine told Hill Rag that Norton is a “civil rights icon who’s contributed in an extraordinary way” to DC, but that he supports Ford “because I believe it’s time for new ideas and I believe that Kim Ford is well qualified and has the type of new ideas that can move the District of Columbia forward.” Racine referenced Ford’s experience running workforce development and vocational training in DC, noting “significant unemployment,” particularly in Wards 5, 7, and 8. His support for the candidate comes despite “immense reverence for the congresswoman.” And all her goals, Ford added, are designed for a 10 year timeline. “I do not believe that these elected positions are supposed to be for life,” Ford said.

But Could Anyone Win?

Ford has the support of D.C.’s attorney general, and has raised over $106,000 to date for her campaign. Norton hasn’t faced a challenger in the primaries since 2010 and, in general elections, she has consistently garnered from 80 to nearly 100 percent of the vote. Is a challenge to Norton doomed from the start? To Sloan, the difference between he and Ford was that he didn’t have Ford’s funding, but as a former ANC commissioner, and having worked in the Mayor’s office and the city council, he had local recognition. When

Brizill first looked up Ford’s name, the day before we spoke, she realized: “I knew nothing about her.” In assessing a candidate, Brizill’s first question is: “What have you done?”—to warrant a promotion, to be DC’s representative. “Eleanor Holmes Norton for 55 years has been on the forefront of progressive change in DC and America,” Bernard Demczuk, Assistant Vice President for DC government relations at George Washington University told Hill Rag. “What’s Kim done? Work in the federal government?” Whether any contender can beat Norton, not merely an incumbent, but a revered activist and household name, remains to be seen. Ford mentioned the office’s obscurity as an obstacle to a delegate campaign in DC. It’s difficult, she said, to run an educational campaign. “Not just trying to educate people about me and my background, what I believe we can do, but also educating them on the role.” Nevertheless, even after loss, Sloan’s campaign was impactful. “I was able to make such a big stink about [Statehood],” Sloan said, noting statehood activists credited him with influencing Norton to put a statehood bill on the floor. And, regardless of the winner come June, Thomas sees having conversations in candidate forums in the first place as a “good thing.” u

Vote in the Tuesday, June 19, 2018 Primary Election Polls will be open from 7am to 8pm. During the Primary, only Democratic, Republican, DC Statehood Green, and Libertarian voters may vote on the candidates. However, every registered voter, including unaffiliated and minor party affiliated voters, may vote on the Initiative Measure that will appear on the ballot. Contests on the Ballot: • • • • • •

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Andria Thomas Brings Her Toolbox of Skills to Shadow Senate Race by Bonny Wolf

he election of Donald Trump turned many Americans into political activists. Andria Thomas came armed with a PowerPoint presentation. If there’s a will, she believes there should be a feasible, fact-based, actionable way. The 43-year-old Ward 6 resident of Hill East is running a challenger’s campaign to be one of two DC shadow senators. After nearly a dozen years working on tech startups and as a management consultant in Chicago and Washington, she has acquired analytical skills she hopes to use on behalf of DC rights. “A management consultant is like a doctor to companies,” she says. “You come in to assess problems, develop strategy, make concrete plans, get buyin and create partnerships.” She wants to use those skills to help find the right prescription for DC statehood. After Trump’s election, Thomas founded Resist and Rise (now Indivisible Capitol Hill), a community ac-

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tion group with goals she outlined in her PowerPoint. The lead goal was to defend DC’s right to selfgovern. Her group collaborated with Hands Off DC and DC Vote to organize families and children – all dressed in red, the color of the DC flag – to visit Senate offices to advocate for DC rights. The group’s second goal was to “amplify the voices of other.” While DC’s citizens have no voice in their governance, others do. Thomas wants to get people throughout the US to encourage members of Congress to support statehood for DC. Working with groups such as Herd on the Hill, members of Thomas’s organization help connect constituents with congressional representatives. “They often purposefully leave their mailboxes full,” Thomas says, “so we march into the office with an iPhone and a constituent on the line and ask them to take the call.” Thomas learned early about the importance of self-governance. She attended H-B Woodlawn, an alternative public high school in Arlington, Va., that had regular “town meetings” on school issues. Students’ votes had the same weight as those of the teachers. “I remember one meeting where we were discussing buying tape recorders for language classes, and the students voted it down,” she says. “They didn’t think that’s what the school should spend money on.” It was also at Woodlawn – where students called teachers by their first names, were in small classes and were allowed to go barefoot – that Thomas, who says she was an introvert, began to find her voice. “I was so shy when

I was young,” she says. “Feeling comfortable speaking with others was a long time coming.” It is a difficult image to conjure up after watching her confident, smooth delivery to potential voters. Thomas was born in Vietnam to a Vietnamese mother and Foreign Service officer father from Tennessee, two months before the fall of South Vietnam. After tours in Colombia and Thailand, her father took early retirement and the family settled in Arlington. At the University of Virginia, Thomas was a math and English double major. “They are both useful in critical thinking,” she says. “Literary criticism is a piece of written analysis and math is all about proof.” Thomas also began to study martial arts as an undergraduate. “That’s where I developed my leadership skills,” she says. With a certain degree of proficiency, students begin to train others. 10 years of teaching myo sim karate is what “forced me out of my shell,” she says. During a decade in Charlottesville – when she met her husband, scientist Aaron Datesman, while hiking Old Ragg – she worked at tech startups. She went on to get an MBA and an MS in public policy from Carnegie Mellon University so she would be able to make the connection she sought between business and public service. Trump was elected six days after Thomas gave birth to her second daughter, Minerva, named for the goddess of wisdom. Her older daughter, Magnolia “Maggie,” is six and shares the middle name Caralie with Frances Perkins, the first female US

Secretary of Labor. After the election, Thomas says she spent three months “rage tweeting.” Then she realized she had found the way to use her expertise for political action. “My skills really seemed to fit the need,” she says. “Part of what you do as a management consultant is speak persuasively to others. You have to tell a story, craft a narrative. You look at the evidence then boil it down to a concise summation that people can process. And then you make a plan.” After maternity leave, she kept up activism for DC rights in her spare time, but says she was getting frustrated. She saw so much opportunity for change and so little happening. “Nothing was going to change unless we changed some of the people in power and changed the ways in which we’re advocating for ourselves,” she says. She gave notice at Dalberg Global Development and began to look for a job in political advocacy. A few days into her search, she attended DC Council oversight hearings on statehood, where she heard the DC shadow delegation – two senators and a representative – answer questions about what they had done in the past year. “It wasn’t super inspiring,” she says. No one had filed to run against Sen. Michael Brown in the June election. “Strategic thinking, planning and ability to get things done would really go a long way,” she says. “So why is nobody running?” Just 27 hours after she left the oversight hearing, she was at the Board of Elections picking up the paperwork. Candidates need 2,000 signatures to get on the ballot. Thomas got 4,800 in 13 days.

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She has been endorsed by Attorney General Karl Racine, Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen, DC for Democracy, Gertrude Stein Democratic Club, SEIU 32BJ, UNITE HERE Local 25 and Ward 6 ANC Commissioner Denise Krepp. She is also the candidate for Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense. Thomas is passionate about statehood. “I love DC,” she says. “I love the culture of progressivism. I love the different neighborhoods. I love all the different experiences communities bring to the conversation.” She says residents suffer from what she calls “statehood fatigue.” They have become complacent, despite recently voting overwhelmingly in favor of statehood. “We have a unique opportunity here that we need to take advantage of,” she says, referring to the new activism and the coming midterm election. “There is now an interest in fundamental democratic rights.” She says citizens need what in business school is called a “quick win,” something visible. “If, based on our efforts, Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) and Tom Garrett (R-Va.) take back their absurd bills that are trying to effectively nullify DC’s gun laws, I would call that a win,” says Thomas. She also recognizes the need for a robust social media campaign. The shadow senator is an unpaid position with no real authority, but Thomas, who works part-time for the Leadership Now Project, thinks it can be an effective platform for statehood. Through Resist and Rise, she knows many of the statehood activists, people she hopes to continue to collaborate with if she is elected. She understands she doesn’t need to reinvent the wheel. Plans for achieving statehood exist. But Thomas would like to add new strategic thinking, energy and commitment. She would like to add her voice. u

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Mayor Muriel Bowser leads her Green Team at the Funk Parade. Photo: Alexander Padro

from the District ensured that the show would go on. Parade participants started at the Howard Theater and marched down T and U streets. Contingents included the Batala Washington drumming corps, the Vava United School of Samba, Mayor Muriel Bowser and her Green Team, DC Councilmembers Brianne Nadeau and Elissa Silverman with staff and supporters, a giant disco ball accompanied by rollerdisco dancers and several youth groups. Indoor and outdoor musical performances at locations throughout the neighborhood were also part of the event.

Washingtonian Notices Shaw

Washingtonian Magazine has come out with its “Best of Washington” issue, almost immediately after it received some heat for its “I’m Not a Tourist. I Live Here” campaign backed by photos that managed to completely avoid depicting the ethnic diversity of the region. At all. As might be expected, the “Best of ” list compiled by the Washingtonian editorial staff gave short shrift to an urban neighborhood like Shaw, making only brief mentions of David Deshaies’ Unconventional Diner and Eric Ziebold’s Kinship. Chef Jeremiah Langhorne of The Dabney

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was able to get a designation as the Best Ambassador for a Local Food Identity. Shaw establishments came out much better in the Washingtonian readers’ poll for the best in town. As might be expected, drinking establishments got prominent notice, with the Columbia Room (Best Cocktail Bar), Maxwell Meet and greet with the Shaw community at the Think Local DC Market. Photo: Park (Best Wine Bar), Right Proper Brewing Alexander Padro Company (Best Brewery/Brewpub) and Nellie’s (Best Sports Bar) taking winning spots Eighth St. NW, Suite 130, in the Shay. Called the in the poll. Compass Coffee won the title Local First Market, it features a revolving set of new for Best Indie Coffee Shop, while neighborhood merchants displaying their wares. businesses Cava (Best Fast-Lunch Spot), LandThe market opened in early May as a collaboramark Atlantic Plumbing Cinema (Best Movie tion between JBG Smith, the real estate company Theater), 9:30 Club (Best Live-Music Venue) and that built The Shay in 2017, and Think Local First the Barber of Hell’s Bottom (Best Men’s Haircut) DC. When JBG Smith asked Think Local First DC came out on top. if it would be interested in having the space as a temporary store, the organization jumped on the chance to provide affordable space and retail experience for When Shaw Streets reviewed the City Paper’s its members. Best of DC List last month, it missed a prominent The Local First Market’s anchor tenants are new neighborhood business. Violet (1924 Eighth Bailiwick Clothing, Urban Jungle and The Big Bad St. NW, Suite 115) won the City Paper readers’ poll Woof. In addition to these mainstay local businesses, as the Best Clothing Boutique in DC. The boutique the market has scheduled pop-ups within the popspecializes in fashion-forward clothing for women, up, including Ahh Candles, Yinibini Babies (chilcatering to the personal styles of its clients. dren’s clothing), Charix Shoes and artists Colleen Garibaldi and Scotlund Haisley. Local First Market events have included a meet and greet featuring food and beverages from Honeyflower Foods, Red Apron and Capo Italian Deli. The next event will be a discussion regarding self-care, Think Local First DC, an organization dedicated to on Wednesday, June 20, starting at 6 p.m., featurthe promotion of the District’s independent business ing Lloyd Henry of On Point Fitness, Dawson Saint community, has established a retail pop-up at 1924 Jour, founder of Saints & Savages, and Tonya Callender, a social worker. The Local First Market runs through June at its current location. In July, it is moving around the corner to Ninth Street.

Violet Boutique Also on Best of DC List

Think Local First DC Opens Pop-Up in Shaw

Shaw Main Streets Holds Open House June 16

Carnival dancer at the DC Funk Parade. Photo: Pleasant Mann

Shaw Main Streets will hold its Spring Shaw Open House, a free biannual event to highlight neighborhood businesses, on Saturday, June 16. Shaw Open House will showcase the restaurants, bars, health and fitness facilities and other excep-

tional retail south of Rhode Island Avenue. Attendees should expect to see a lot of free food and beverage samples, along with drawings for prizes from dozens of participating businesses. For the first time, a mobile app will be used to guide Shaw Open House attendees to participating businesses. The mobile app will also feature a neighborhood treasure hunt with prizes for participants chosen at random from all who complete the hunt. Free Shaw swag, including refrigerator magnets with the popular Blagden Alley DC Alley Museum rainbow “Love” mural by artist Lisa Marie Thalhammer, #loveshaw t-shirts and pins and recyclable shopping bags will be distributed. A limited number of printed Shaw Open House passports will be available for visitors without smartphones. The Shaw Open House ends at 5 p.m., with a close-out party on the rooftop at City Market at O. Another Shaw Open House is scheduled for October to showcase neighborhood businesses in the northern portion of the Shaw Main Streets service area. For more information, visit shawmainstreets.org. u

ANC 6E by Steve Holton

ommissioners Alex Padro (6E01), Anthony Brown (6E02), Frank Wiggins (6E03, vice chair and treasurer), David Jaffe (6E04, secretary), Alex Marriott (6E05, chair) and Kevin Rogers (6E07) made up the quorum to conduct official business at the Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) 6E May meeting.

Councilmember Allen Attends

Charles Allen, councilmember for Ward 6, attended the meeting and shared some of the initiatives he plans to work on should he be reelected. He noted that affordable housing will be the largest challenge going forward. Over 1,500 affordable homes have been created in the ward, but he said that number is not nearly enough. A 3-percent budget increase will go into modernizing school buildings. Currently there are facilities with moldy ceilings, old base light bulbs and bars on windows. Allen would like teachers to get pay increases as well. He also wants Shaw to get a middle school and will continue to push the mayor’s office to get it. He spoke about his Books from Birth initiative that will give kids up to five years of age one book a month. The goal is to have them able to read and prepared to learn by the time they enter school. Over 425,000 books have been mailed, and he said that adult literacy should improve as a result of it. Allen placed a focus on senior citizens. He said that grab-bars and stair modifications need to be added to their homes so that they can continue to reside near family and friends. He is also working to improve small businesses that hire locally. He supports preserving Cobb Park and not having it developed. He thinks greenspace is more important and will block anything that will have it developed.

Service Industry Representative Urges to Vote No on Initiative 77

Kareem Suma, a representative from the organization Save Our Tips, attended the meeting to provide details on Initiative 77, which will be voted upon on June 19, and the ramifications it will have on the service industry. He said that if this initiative passes, the tip credit will be removed from bartenders and servers. This would force them into taking an hourly wage, which would produce considerably less income than they currently make. Employee hours will be cut back and positions will most certainly be eliminated. Along with decreased staff sizes, menu prices will be increased. Independently owned establishments make up 96 percent of the District’s sit-down restaurants. These establishments will take the toughest blow if the tip credit is eliminated and will struggle to stay in business in such an environment. With rents

skyrocketing over the city, it will also make it tough, if not impossible, for restaurant employees to keep living in the District. Suma urged everyone to vote no on Initiative 77 on June 19. There is also an early voting period between June 4 and 15. Visit www.saveourtips.com to learn more.

Request for K Street Patio Seating

A representative of Sol Mexican Grill, located at 655 K St. NW., made a request for support of a public space permit for patio seating. The representative said the patio would have seven tables with 14 seats and three umbrellas. The ANC 6E Zoning Committee suggested that the restaurant remove two tables to reduce the encroachment on the walkway. The representative complied and the commission voted unanimously to support the permit. The patio should be open by the end of June.

Name Chosen for M Street Alleyway

Over the past few meetings, names have been debated for an alleyway located in the 400 block of M Street NW. Residents who surround the alleyway have voiced concerns that it has no name. Concerns varied over mail delivery, ride sharing and emergency services. After input from residents and nearby stakeholders, Crowdy Court was chosen in honor of William Saunders Crowdy, an important figure of the First Tabernacle Church. The commissioners voted unanimously in favor of the name and will communicate their support to Councilmember Allen.

Commission Votes on Liquor License Renewals

The following establishments received favorable votes for keeping their Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA) liquor license: • Logan Circle Liquors located at 1018 Rhode Island Ave. NW. There were no prior infractions or violations reported on this establishment. • ABC Grocery located at 1401 Sixth St. NW. This establishment has paid fines for selling alcohol to a minor and had two violations of not having someone with a manager’s license on the property. • Sane Wine & Spirits located at 1201 Fifth St. NW. No violations were reported on this establishment. • 10th Street Markets located at 1000 S St. NW. On two occasions this establishment was fined for not having someone on the property with a manager’s license. The fines have been resolved and the store also serves as a package delivery point, which will reduce package theft. The Civic Association recommended that it keep (Continued on pg. 52) its license.

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East Side News by Taylor Barden Golden

‘NoMa Green’ No More

A construction date for the space locals have referred to as “NoMa Green” has been set; now all that’s left is to give it a name. Coming off the success of the public process to name the park at Third and L streets Swampoodle Park, the NoMa Parks Foundation is again asking the community for input in naming the soon-to-be space. What will be NoMa’s largest official park, NoMa Green is located along the Metropolitan Branch Trail (MBT) and Harry Thomas Way NE. The 2.5-acres will serve as the neighborhood’s backyard, “providing open space for informal recreation, relaxation and community gatherings, as well as a dedicated playground for children and a dog park,” according to the NoMa Parks Foundation. Suggestions have been submitted through a small neighborhood discussion, and the four most popular answers have been presented to the public for a vote. Here is the background on the top four names: Indiana Jones kicking off Union Market’s summer season. Photo: Taylor Barden Golden

Tanner Park – Named for Alethia Browning Tanner (c. 1785-1864), a former slave who purchased her freedom and that of many relatives. She helped sponsor some of the first schools for black children in the District of Columbia and provided financial support for many hundreds of young people to gain access to education. Gales Wood – The land that became the present-day Eckington neighborhood was the country home of Joseph Gales Jr. (1786-1860), a newspaper publisher and mayor of Washington. After the Civil War, the area was known as Gales Woods and was a popular picnic ground. Met Branch Commons – This name acknowledges the adjacency and the integration of the Metropolitan Branch Trail into the park. Union Green – This name reflects the history of the site, which became a railyard after the consolidation of the B&O Railroad and the Pennsylvania Railroad tracks at Union Station. This consolidation enabled the creation of the National Mall.

The final decision will technically be up to the Mayor’s Office, but if history is a judge (and in an election year), she will likely side with the public. The deadline to vote is June 15. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NameTheNoMaGreen

Jones-ing for Summer

Union Market officially kicked off the summer season of events with the first in its drive-in movie series. “Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark” was a big draw for families and childless but childlike adults of all ages. This season’s lineup includes many favorites new and old, from “Cool Runnings” to “Clueless” to “Black Panther.” Tickets are $10 per car and free for walkups. The lot opens for parking at 6 p.m., and the movie starts when the sun goes down enough to see it. It’s not an exact science, but that’s part of the fun. Unlike the drive-ins of old, attendees don’t really sit in their cars. Picnic chairs and blankets are highly recommended. The food in the market closes down between 7 and 8 p.m., so get there early for market movie treats.

All Shouk Up

As the development of the Union Market area expands, so do the possibilities for taste buds, and the new Shouk location in The Edison is no exception. The Israel-inspired fast casual restaurant opened its second location in DC on the Fifth Street side of the new apartment building and offered a free pita bowl for the first 100 guests at the grand opening. Cofounders Ran Nussbacher and Dennis Friedman opened their first establishment in Mount Vernon Triangle and were determined to grow from that success. “We’re excited to be able to reach more people in the Union Market area. They planted the seeds for restaurants and markets to thrive here ... and now our plants can grow!” explains Nussbacher. The space also includes ample seating for those who want to eat that pita immediately. The new location is an expansion on the original, with a larger marketplace and a refrigerated (Continued on pg. 52)

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Bloomingdale Bites by Taylor Barden Golden

What Rain?

The rain delay didn’t stop the fun at Crispus Attucks Park’s annual summer celebration Bloomingdale Community Day. The event still included the crowd favorite Taste of Bloomingdale, with many local restaurants and food vendors participating. New this year was an instant crowd favorite, a dog show. Even with the muddy pups, everyone enjoyed the parade. “The Crispus Attucks Development Corporation’s 15th Annual Bloomingdale Community Day, Yard Sale and Taste of Bloomingdale was a success despite the weeklong downpour leading up to the event. The planning committee made the decision to push the event from Saturday to Sunday based on weather reports,” explained development corporation member Tynesia Hand-Smith. “It was a great call as we were met with a sunny, albeit humid day.” Though adorable, the dog show did not outshine the delicious food from local vendors. Many new restaurants participated this year, including The Royal, Yang Market and Spark. “It was really fun getting to introduce some of our neighbors to a big part of our shop now,” explained Pete Sitcov of Yang Market. “I was glad to see people were enjoying the food and, at the same time, realizing that Yang Market is more than just the corner store that sells $2 beers and candy. It’s great to feel a part of the neighborhood.”

DDOT Rejects Roundabouts

Bloomingdale residents have long complained about the congestion on First Street NW between Rhode Island and Florida avenues. The connector street is used by many to avoid the chaos of North Capitol Street, leaving neighbors to their gripes as they sit in traffic trying to get more than 10 feet from their homes. The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced it was coming to the rescue and installing curb extensions or mini-roundabouts as a way to slow the flow. Then, in a reversal that shocked neighbors and elected officials alike, DDOT rescinded the offer, stating that a camera that showed a driver

A face painter at work mesmerizing the children of Bloomingdale. Photo: Megan Mitchell

his or her speed would be enough of a deterrent. “This is shameful, it really is,” declared President Teri Janine Quinn, in response to DDOT’s comments at the Bloomingdale Civic Association meeting last month. “Everything that you’ve said are things you should have figured out two years ago before you came to us and made commitments.” Even Councilmember McDuffie was surprised. “After months of discussion about real traffic-calming measures, seemingly much of what was discussed is now off the table, without explanation,” he said in a statement to Greater Greater Washington. It’s unclear if the Bloomingdale Civic Association and the councilmember’s office will take further action to force DDOT’s hand, but it is highly likely that this issue will be raised at next month’s meeting.

From Horses to Housing

The push for residential and commercial development in the District has required developers to get creative about balancing history with usefulness. While most shy away from structures with historical designations, some see the beauty of mixing the old with the new. Chapman Stables is a prime example. The structure that has existed since 1906 once housed horses and will soon house trendy DC residents who like the idea of living in a once-grungy utilitarian structure. The condo building will feature many communal rooms, such as a guest lounge and a club room, a full-time concierge and, most importantly for the neighbors nearby, parking for many residents. The project doesn’t just encompass the original (Continued on pg. 52)

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(Continued from pg. 51 – Bloomingdale Bites)

An historic portion of Chapman Stables. Photo: Studio 27 Architecture

Vegetarian eggplant pita at Shouk. Photo: Taylor Barden Golden

section for pre-made meals to grab and eat at home. The market will provide niche items of Middle Eastern provenance, and the pre-made foods will include soups, spreads and plant-based cheeses, including hummus, cashew labneh, harissa and almond feta as well as new offerings like the nutrient-packed black lentil spread and sweet chocolate hummus. Most importantly to Shouk fans, the cardamom cookies will be available in to-go packets for the grabbing. New to this location is an eggplant pita, a twist on a traditional Israeli breakfast sandwich known as sabich. The eggplant is served with pickled cabbage, potato, grilled onions, roasted red peppers and tahini. The secret to the equation is the amba, a traditional pickled mango sauce. Shouk was inspired by Israeli street food and driven by the founders’ desire to make plant-based food that tastes great and is easily accessible. The menu includes snacks like polenta fries with tomato sauce, alongside signature soups and salads. Shouk also serves beer as well as soda and juice. The word “shouk” is based on “souq,” which literally translates as marketplace. Nussbacher and Friedman are happy to get back to their roots and have a stake in the Union Market space. 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

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structure; an addition larger than the original section was added to the back to increase the density and usability of the developed space. A private courtyard running through the middle of the somewhat circular structure will be fully landscaped but not visible from the street. Chapman Stables is named for the original owner of the building, J. Edward Chapman. Originally using the structure to house horses for his transportation company, Chapman quickly adopted the technological advances of the era and was one of the earliest adopters of the automobile as a transporter of goods. In 1911, he expanded and converted the space to suit his growing number of trucks. Many elements of that garage remain, including the elevator shaft and mechanisms that helped to transfer the trucks between floors. The project is spearheaded by developer Four Points LLC. “We loved the history of innovation of the space and the transfer of uses to adapt to a new environment. We feel like we are just giving this space it’s next life,” remarked John Sunter of Four Points, on the importance of preserving history in the creative process. “Also, we’re gearheads. We love saving the historical elements and wanted to highlight as many original features as we could.” The original back wall, for example, was taken apart, brick by brick, and the bricks were spread throughout the old and new sections of the building to evoke that connection to the old throughout. The project is set to deliver with a grand opening in June, with the first buyers moving in in July. The building is currently 35 percent committed as of publication. McWilliams Ballard is handling the sales and conducting hardhat tours for interested buyers. 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

(Continued from pg. 49 – ANC6E) • Grand Cata located at 1560 Seventh St. NW. There are no prior violations reported on this establishment. • Eye Street Cellars located at 425 I St. NW. There are no prior violations reported on this establishment. • Angel Shares Wine & Liquors located at 1748 Seventh St. NW. There have been no infractions reported on this establishment. The property has undergone renovations and the community says the appearance is much better. One establishment’s renewal request, 1618 Liquor and Grocery, located at 1618 Eighth St. NW, was protested by the commissioners. They complained of front signage that does not meet the guidelines of the Historic Preservation Review Board, litter problems, storing trash in the basement and not in an exterior box and not making streetscape improvements as stipulated upon from a previous settlement agreement. The commissioners told the applicant that they will work with them to address these issues. Commissioner Padro will represent ANC 6E when this issue is addressed before the Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration. ANC 6E will meet again at 6:30 p.m. on June 5 at the Shaw/Watha T. Daniel Library located at 1630 Seventh St. NW. u

REAL ESTATE

changing hands

Changing Hands is a list of most residential sales in the Midcity DC area from the previous month. A feature of every issue, this list, based on the MRIS, is provided courtesy of Don Denton, manager of the Coldwell Banker office on Capitol Hill. The list includes address, sales price and number of bedrooms. Neighborhood

Price BR

U Street Corridor

2 3606 ROCK CREEK CHURCH RD NW #101 $468,000 529 LAMONT ST NW #102 $449,900 3 1904 11TH ST NW $1,030,000 2 1020 FAIRMONT ST NW #6 $425,000 2 $795,000 2 Home 2237 12TH PL NW 3504 13TH ST NW #23 $420,000 1 1420 HARVARD ST NW #406 $405,000 2 Bloomingdale $399,500 1 CONDO 1308 CLIFTON ST NW #117 131 S ST NW $1,355,000 4 1412 CHAPIN ST NW #404 $399,000 1 1800 2ND ST NW $1,016,000 3 3504 13TH ST NW #24 $389,000 1 14th Street 3532 6TH ST NW #3532 $385,000 2 2125 14TH ST NW #405 $429,000 0 Columbia Heights 1441 SPRING RD NW #301 $384,000 2 3415 HOLMEAD PL NW $1,325,000 4 1108 COLUMBIA RD NW #102 $369,000 2 Adamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Morgan 1338 FAIRMONT ST NW $1,250,000 6 1372 RANDOLPH ST NW #104 $349,000 1 2312 17TH ST NW #1 $389,000 1 1235 GIRARD ST NW $966,500 7 1108 COLUMBIA RD NW #306 $325,000 1 1624 BELMONT ST NW #B $800,000 2 1354 QUINCY ST NW $915,000 4 1451 PARK RD NW #401 $315,000 2 2305 18TH ST NW #406 $332,500 1 3495 HOLMEAD PL NW $910,000 4 1405 MONROE ST NW $830,000 3 Downtown 1220 GIRARD ST NW $821,500 6 Bloomingdale 1108 16TH NW #701 $2,499,900 3 1009 KENYON ST NW $774,000 3 1804 1ST ST NW #1 $820,000 3 1108 16TH NW #601 $1,824,900 2 750 NEWTON PL NW $750,000 3 1718 1ST ST NW #5 $658,000 2 1108 16TH NW #503 $842,900 2 1408 QUINCY ST NW $685,000 5 150 V ST NW #V102 $497,550 2 1504 UPSHUR ST NW $675,000 4 51 RANDOLPH PL NW #301 $325,000 1 Dupont 1417 SPRING RD NW $653,000 3 $399,000 1 623 PRINCETON PL NW $650,000 3 Central 1737 WILLARD ST NW #1 1748 CORCORAN ST NW #1B $350,000 1 3217 WARDER STREET NE #2 $630,000 2 920 I ST NW #406 $1,700,000 2 1545 18TH ST NW #801 $325,000 0 1434 PARKWOOD PL NW $630,000 3 2425 L ST NW #206 $980,000 2 1832 16TH ST NW #4 $1,800,000 3 625 LAMONT ST NW $612,000 4 920 I ST NW #605 $850,000 1 1321 21ST ST NW #5 $890,000 2 760 IRVING ST NW $590,000 3 2117 N ST NW #2 $675,000 2 1735 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE NW #303 $725,000 2 1054 QUEBEC PL NW $450,000 4 925 H ST NW #709 $670,000 1 1619 R ST NW #504 $527,000 2 1124 25TH ST NW #T2 $653,000 2 1330 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE NW #1023 $330,000 0 Dupont 915 E ST NW #505 $650,000 2 1741 SWANN ST NW $1,345,000 3 1111 25TH ST NW #509 $545,000 1 Eckington 1727 SWANN ST NW $1,430,000 3 616 E ST NW #220 $469,900 1 14 S ST NE #102 $394,000 2 777 7TH ST NW #308 $435,000 1 Eckington 2201 L ST NW #503 $429,000 1 Foggy Bottom 41 QUINCY PL NE $1,178,000 4 1133 14TH ST NW #409 $369,000 0 3 WASHINGTON CIR NW #504 $457,500 2 134-136 U ST NE $1,050,000 3 1301 20TH ST NW #416 $256,000 0 955 26TH ST NW #309 $436,000 1 49 QUINCY PL NE $1,000,000 4 2515 K ST NW #607 $299,000 1 14 Q ST NE $925,000 4 Columbia Heights 922 24TH ST NW #314 $270,000 0 222 SEATON PL NE $875,000 3 1219 PARK RD NW #3 $1,235,000 4 2401 H ST NW #306 $245,000 1 1709 CAPITOL ST NE $800,000 1 1001 MONROE ST NW #5 $1,099,999 3 158 U ST NE $750,000 3 1001 MONROE ST NW #4 $955,000 3 Ledroit Park 25 Q ST NE $710,000 3 2543 13TH ST NW #2 $919,000 3 67 V ST NW #3 $725,000 2 1211 HARVARD ST NW #2 $863,000 3 Ledroit Park 740 IRVING ST NW #2 $752,000 2 Logan 153 T ST NW $1,400,000 5 3217 WARDER ST NW #4 $725,000 2 1451 N ST NW #4 $1,150,000 2 1803 4TH ST NW $1,150,000 4 1444 TAYLOR ST NW #04 $720,000 2 1111 11TH ST NW #110 $495,000 1 1207 COLUMBIA RD NW #2 $710,000 2 1900 15TH ST NW #3 $415,000 1 1341 FAIRMONT ST NW #2 $709,000 2 Old City #2 1324 Q ST NW #A $1,450,000 2 3815 14TH ST NW #4 $706,000 2 1314 VERMONT AVE NW $4,380,000 3 1427 RHODE ISLAND AVE NW #304 $1,409,900 2 1414 BELMONT ST NW #201 $690,000 2 1706 Q ST NW $1,900,000 4 1443 S ST NW #2 $1,287,500 2 3545 13TH ST NW #2 $679,000 2 1110 6TH ST NW $1,620,000 6 1515 15TH ST NW #219 $1,110,000 2 2625 SHERMAN AVE NW #1 $672,000 3 312 R ST NW $1,250,000 5 1222 11TH ST NW #2 $861,100 2 2807 SHERMAN AVE NW #A $655,000 3 1714 5TH ST NW $1,200,000 4 1440 CHURCH ST NW #401 $810,000 2 3217 WARDER ST NW #3 $650,000 2 1214 W ST NW $1,175,000 3 1821 15TH ST NW #2 $777,000 2 1361 IRVING ST NW #16 $610,000 2 1211 12TH ST NW $1,045,000 4 1313 VERMONT AVE NW #18 $701,000 2 762 PARK RD NW #2 $596,000 2 19 Q ST NW $895,000 3 1133 14TH ST NW #808 $650,000 2 3511 14TH ST NW #4 $574,900 2 819 Q ST NW $865,000 3 1441 RHODE ISLAND AVE NW #M06 $650,000 2 1390 KENYON ST NW #414 $569,000 2 415 Q ST NW $861,450 3 1401 Q ST NW #301 $630,000 1 $561,900 3 1447 CHAPIN ST NW #203 439 WARNER ST NW $705,000 2 1212 M ST NW #302 $590,000 2 13541356 EUCLID ST NW #102B $549,950 2 1345 V ST NW $700,000 3 1437 RHODE ISLAND AVE NW #102 $585,000 2 1323 CLIFTON ST NW #1 $539,000 2 222 FLORIDA AVE NW $695,000 3 20 LOGAN CIR NW #LL2 $506,500 1 1361 IRVING ST NW #10 $535,000 2 1130 5TH ST NW #2 $630,000 2 1431 11TH ST NW #302 $497,500 1 $524,999 2 3546 13TH ST NW #1 1300 N ST NW #207 $405,000 1 $505,000 2 Shaw 1419 GIRARD ST NW #1 1133 14TH ST NW #605 $302,000 0 1101 FAIRMONT ST NW #7 $503,000 2 405 P ST NW $1,275,000 3 1420 N ST NW #311 $241,000 0 1423 NEWTON ST NW #201 $499,900 2 902 S ST NW $950,000 4 1101 L ST NW #503 $360,000 1 1451 BELMONT ST NW #120 $480,000 1 415 RICHARDSON PL NW $895,000 3 1908 VERMONT AVE NW #PENTHOUSE $1,450,000 3 3511 13TH ST NW #205 $479,900 2 1527 MARION ST NW $735,000 1 754 PARK RD NW #2 $469,000 2 $805,500 4 137 BATES ST NW

Mt. Vernon Square 301 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #503 910 M ST NW #930 1110 5TH NW #3 555 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #905 1117 10TH ST NW #604 444 M ST NW #9

$795,000 $620,000 $558,000 $449,900 $800,000 $485,000

2 2 2 1 2 1

Noma 911 2ND ST NE #606

$488,400

Old City #2 1830 18TH ST NW #C 1628 11TH ST NW #308 1307 R ST NW #3 1317 RHODE ISLAND AVE NW #101 1416 5TH ST NW #4 1838 6TH ST NW #P-2 1930 18TH ST NW #45 1514 12TH ST NW #4 1723 U ST NW #3 1907 11TH ST NW #1 1213 N ST NW #E 2125 14TH ST NW #306 475 K ST NW #704 475 K ST NW #1114 1502 Q ST NW #2 35 Q ST NW #2 1317 RHODE ISLAND AVE NW #204 460 NEW YORK AVE NW #803 125 BATES ST NW #2 460 NEW YORK AVE NW #502 1723 U ST NW #1 1723 U ST NW #44 1437 RHODE ISLAND AVE NW #406 615 S ST NW #1 234 N ST NW #4 1718 P ST NW #806 1300 N ST NW #510 811 4TH ST NW #501 66 NEW YORK AVE NW #201 1211 13TH ST NW #T2 1718 P ST NW #706

$915,000 $837,500 $818,000 $735,000 $710,000 $695,500 $685,000 $678,750 $650,000 $647,500 $641,000 $605,000 $602,000 $599,950 $576,000 $560,000 $547,000 $542,000 $535,000 $500,000 $499,000 $492,000 $486,000 $485,000 $475,000 $470,000 $457,800 $450,000 $445,000 $439,000 $427,500

Penn Quarter 912 F ST NW #505 631 D ST NW #1131 915 E ST NW #613

$2,100,000 $500,000 $503,000

1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 2 2 1 2 2 2 2 3 2 1 2 1 2 1 1 3 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 5 1 2

Shaw 240 Q ST NW #PH #1 1713 NEW JERSEY AVE NW #1 1505 8TH ST NW #3 449 R ST NW #10 1426 11TH ST NW #3

$924,000 $710,000 $565,000 $399,000 $660,000

Truxton Circle 1301 1ST ST NW #2

$815,000

U Street 2125 14TH ST NW #311W 2020 12TH ST NW #413 2020 12TH ST NW #314 1429 W ST NW #2 2020 12TH ST NW #105 1935 17TH ST NW #2 u

$1,125,000 $860,000 $806,500 $749,900 $475,000 $527,000

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by Kathleen Donner

The Stroller Run

The first event of its kind, a fun 5k that benefits local children’s charities. Decorate a stroller, dress up the kids and “run like a mom or a dad.” This race is less about clocking time and more about getting out of the house, being active with kids and socializing with other active parents. Afterward, drop the kids off with their new friends at the free Stroller Run Kid’s Camp (Child care professionals provided by Care.com), and enjoy some shopping and a beverage at the Mom Expo. The run is on Aug. 11, 10 a.m., at National Harbor, 165 Waterfront St., Oxon Hill, MD. Read more and register at thestrollerrun.com.

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Mad Science: Up, Up and Away

On June 20, 10:30 a.m., learn about the principles of air and pressure. Hot air balloons, vortex generators and even a hovercraft will help participants understand the power of air. Recommended for children ages 5, up. Northwest One Library, 155 L St. NW. dclibrary.org/northwest.

Little Yogis at Shaw Library

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3 along with at least one caregiver. Move, sing and play together to boost social and physical development. Tots are natural yogis and everyone will follow their lead as they explore their unique expression of movement. Grown-ups can expect to participate. No prior yoga or fitness experience is necessary. Mats are optional. Thursdays at 2:30 p.m., through the end of the year at Watha T. Daniel Library, 1630 Seventh St. NW. dclibrary. org/watha.

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imagiNATIONS Activity Center

The interactive, family-friendly imagiNATIONS Activity Center, at the National Museum of the American Indian, provides visitors of all ages with a multitude of unique learning experiences. Native peoples have always used the Run Amuck, the MCM’s messiest mud and obstacle event, offers runners arduous obstacles and plenty of mud natural environments along a four-mile course on June 23, at Butler Stadium. Run Amuck offers wild fun for rowdy runners (ages 8, around them to meet up). Run Amuck participants will attack the mud trench, lumber through a low crawl, beat a water blast and their needs and today submerge in a super sloppy mud pit, just three of more than 20 challenges along the hideously hilly course many of their innovatucked into the wooden terrain of Marine Corps Base Quantico. Registration and directions are at marinemations and inventions are part of daily life for milrathon.com/events/run-amuck. lions worldwide. Explore some of these ingenious Fourth St. and Independence Ave. adaptations through a vafun activities, including a chance to bat from home plate and play catch in SW. nmai.si.edu. riety of hands-on activities Weave a the outfield, races with Nationals’ mascot President Teddy, a fast-pitch comgiant basket to learn about the varipetition in the bullpen, kids’ activities, carnival games and stadium fare buffet ous styles of basketry. Try different with open bar. Individual tickets are $250; admission is free for kids under 14. modes of transportation like snowFor more information on purchasing tickets and sponsorship opportunities, shoes and skateboards. Sit inside a visit HortonsKids.org/HomeRuns. full-sized tipi and learn about the On June 27, 6 to 9 p.m., Horton’s buffalo. And stamp on an imagiNAKids, a nonprofit that empowers TIONS passport with real tribal children living in DC’s most underOn June 27 to 29, 10:30 a.m. and noon, enjoy Around the World with Yosi. seals while journeying through the resourced neighborhoods to graduAward-winning children’s songwriter and recording artist, Yosi, brings chilcenter. The imagiNATIONS Activate from high school, is hosting its dren songs, dances and instruments from around the world. Don’t miss this ity Center is open Tuesdays through 10th Annual Home Runs for Hormulticultural, interactive, and educational concert. Children will learn to say Sundays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. National ton’s Kids at Nationals Park. The “hello” and count in various languages. They’ll participate in two dances from Museum of the American Indian, event provides a variety of familyother cultures and most importantly, learn about tolerance and acceptance of

Marine Corps Marathon’s Run Amuck

A Home Run for Horton’s Kids

Discovery Theater on the Mall

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DC’s Annual Truck Touch

On June 30, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., the DC Department of Public Works puts its trucks, helicopters, and big equipment on display. RFK Stadium in Lot 7. dpw.dc.gov.

Photo: Courtesy of DC Department of Public Works

people from different parts of the world. For ages 3 to 8. This show is at the Smithsonian Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Dr. SW, on the National Mall. Tickets are $6 per child, $3 for under two and $8 for adults. discoverytheater.org.

Charlie Brown

Don’t miss your chance to see the comic strip characters of the lovable “Peanuts” gang comic brought to life in Summer 2018. This hit OffBroadway musical is directed by acclaimed playwright and director Aaron Posner. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, Peppermint Patty and Schroeder as they sing and dance their way through the timeless struggles of childhood. This show features catchy songs and is the perfect family outing. Best for ages 5, up. June 23 to Aug. 12, at Imagination Stage, 4908 Auburn Ave., Bethesda, MD. imaginationstage.org.

Sleeping Beauty

combines romance and adventure in a story of fairies, frogs, kings and queens and of course, a sleeping princess. Told with rod puppets and special effects, the show is a real treat for princesses and princes, big and small. Plays at Glen Echo, through June 24. Recommended for ages 3 and a half, up. Tickets are $12. thepuppetco.org.

Tinker Bell

Everyone knows the story of Peter Pan. Or, at least, everyone thinks they do. Experience it from Tinker Bell’s point of view. A new twinkling light shines on all the beloved characters including, Wendy, the Lost Boys, Peter Pan and the nefarious Hook. For all ages. It’s on stage at Glen Echo through June 22 to Aug. 20. Tickets are $19.50 and can be purchased at adventuretheatre-mtc.org or by calling 301634-2270. Have an item from for the Kids and Family Notebook? Email it to bulletinboard@hillrag.com. u

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