Clearly, we’re not the only one watching this billboard issue. The District is being sued by Clear Channel over removal of some billboards, note the folks at the Bates Area Civic Association. via Don Peebles to Take on Fenty: Loose Lips Daily – City Desk – Washington City Paper. And over at Prince of Petworth … More BACA blog cited in the City Paper’s Loose Lips
Are these too close to be true? I pulled these off the agenda of the CCCA (a Shaw area civic assn) to be held next week: Seth Hajbi will discuss plans for Toque Café, a new Shaw restaurant proposed with outdoor seating for the 1700 block of 6th St NW Ralph Brabham will speak on … More Two new restaurants?
Email to the community, October 19, from DCRA Director, Linda Argo. “Last week, the District Government tried to negotiate with Clear Channel for voluntary removal of the billboards. When the parties failed to reach an agreement by Friday, the District Government informed Clear Channel that removal of the billboards by the government was imminent. In … More Billboard Update: Clear Channel Files Lawsuit; Seeks Temporary Restraining Order, To Appear in Court
Neighbor Denise wanted to share this event at the Long View Gallery tomorrow night: please join us for our grand opening celebration october 22, 2009 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm featured artists include Steve Pyke, Scott Brooks, Anna Davis, Drew Ernst, Mike Weber, Dana Ellyn, Matt Sesow, Stacy Albano, Tony Savoie, Billy Colbert, John Whipple, … More You’re Invited!
Notice of Meeting of Advisory Neighborhhod Commission 5C When: Tuesday, October 20, 2009, 7:00pm -9:00pm Where: Marriott Courtyard, Florida Avenue, NE at METRO Station AGENDA ANC5C participants are invited to bring suggestions and recommendations for community improvement to the meeting. However, please observe simply courtesies at all times — wait to be recognized before speaking … More ANC 5C October 20 Meeting Notice
Ilyssa from 4th St is very active and on the board at the Perry School Community Services Center at 128 M Street, NW • Washington, DC 20001 She wanted to invite everyone to the school this Thursday, October 15. They’ll be having an Open House in celebration of their 10th anniversary. There will also be … More Perry School celebrates 10 years this Thursday
Miles Holloman of the BACA Youth Services Committee has asked me to post about this event at Howard University Middle School. If interested, please contact BACA at bacadc@gmail.com to get an advance placement. Dr. Vernon Morris, an Atmospheric Scientist and a very good friend of Miles said the Saturday ScienceFest offers a unique opportunity for … More Saturday ScienceFest for kids on Nov 14
District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) proposed a plan to consolidate Walker-Jones Educational Campus (EC) and Scott Montgomery Elementary School (ES) at the brand new Walker Jones site, beginning in fall of 2010. The goal of the proposal is to provide more students with access to the state-of-the-art facility and a more robust academic program, … More City plans to close Scott Montgomery (where Kipp is)
BACA’s Tree Box Extravaganza will take place on Saturday, October 24! Here are the details (which will also be mailed out in a flier format) 9:00 – 10:00 – Neighborhood Clean-Up led by CSOSA – Lend a hand! 10:00 – 1:00 – Tree Box weeding and replanting. Tree Box packages will be at Armstrong on … More Tree Box Sponsors Needed … Free Packages!
Bates Area Civic Association 