Dunbar track
April 30, 2009
My new roommate says there’s a sign now at the entrance of Dunbar High School Track that says it’s open to the public for use after 4.30 pm till dusk! Anybody get notified about the shift in policy?
Month: April 2009
Flower Power events next week, May 7-9!
April 30, 2009
BACA’s annual Flower Power is now under way! To support our beautification efforts: Ø Old City Green Garden Center (9th and N St NW) is offering a 20% discount for BACA residents! *Applies to purchases on May 7th and 8th— watch for flyers with more info* Ø DC DPW will make mulch available to our … More Flower Power events next week, May 7-9!
knock knock man
April 30, 2009
Bloomingdale list is reporting a guy going door to door, saying he’s with the church down the street. It’s a scam. No reports yet in Truxton Circle/BACA area yet, but know that it’s around and call police if you get a similar knock knock.
Mayor honors Big Bear Cafe
April 30, 2009
Big Bear Cafe, LLC wins Mayor’s Environmental Award for Outstanding Achievement by a Restaurant! via DDOE: Case Study: Big Bear Cafe, LLC.
Local Judo Demonstration, Trial Class- Saturday May 2
April 30, 2009
This Saturday, May 2, the Primal Judo club will be offering a live demonstration of judo techniques and a beginner’s lesson for anyone who would like to join in the fun. The demo/class will be held from 10 AM to 12:30 PM at Primal Fitness Gym at 219 M St. NW. Primal Fitness was recently … More Local Judo Demonstration, Trial Class- Saturday May 2
Funds for neighborhoods given nonprofits instead
April 29, 2009
A D.C. fund created to improve the city’s neglected neighborhoods is being divided among several agencies and funneled to big-budget nonprofits such as the Kennedy Center in Mayor Adrian M. Fenty’s new proposed spending plan. via Awarding of Neighborhood Funds to Large Nonprofits Draws Criticism – washingtonpost.com. Also see: NIF Money Becomes Council Earmarks – … More Funds for neighborhoods given nonprofits instead
Tonight, Community Night at Spy Museum
April 29, 2009
WPGC and the International Spy Museum are pleased to introduce: Community Night at the Spy Museum! Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 5-9pm FREE Admission for the DC Metropolitan community Experience the Museum’s permanent exhibit. Join us the last Wednesday of every month. RSVP today at http://www.wpgc.com, click on events to register or call Kelly Martin at 202-654-0942! … More Tonight, Community Night at Spy Museum
Green Roof for Shaw Library!
April 29, 2009
To the community’s disappointment, a green roof was not included in the final plans for Shaw’s new library due to costs. But the DC Public Library has now filed an application for funding from the DC Department of the Environment that would allow a vegetated green roof to be a feature of the new Watha … More Green Roof for Shaw Library!
Little Ethiopia Restaurant opens on 9th
April 29, 2009
The latest restaurant to open in Shaw’s Little Ethiopia is…Little Ethiopia Restaurant at 1924 9th Street, NW. . . .Read about it here: renewshaw.com: From SMS: Little Ethiopia Restaurant Opens.
Rehearsal Space?
April 28, 2009
A couple of us who play music have been wondering – any rehearsal space near here? Wouldn’t have to be fancy, but a drum kit on premises would be essential; probably soundproofing as well. If you own or know of any likely spots, let me know in comments, please.
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