Bloomingdale Civic Association’s Response to Steven May’s “Open Letter to the Community”                                                                                                             May 12, 2011 Neighbors, The Bloomingdale Civic Association (“BCA”) has read Mr. Steven May’s “Open Letter” dated today.  While the BCA looks forward to working with Mr. May as he works toward the opening of Engine Company 12, it is necessary to … More Bloomingdale Civic Association’s Response to Steven May’s “Open Letter to the Community”

Some of you may have read Steve May’s Open Letter to the Community stating that due to lack of open support from civic leaders and civic associations, the opening of the Fire House will be delayed.  Steve has been a tremendous resource to our community and is working closely with North Capitol Main Street (I … More Engine Company 12 aka Fire House Open Letter to the Community

Message from Commander Soldberg From: MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com [mailto:MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Solberg, Andrew (MPD) Sent: Thursday, May 12, 2011 10:27 PM To: ‘MPD-5D@yahoogroups.com’ Subject: [MPD-5D] Shooting Shooting tonight at 9:15 pm in the courtyard of 201 Q St NW. Three victims–an adult female, adult male, and juvenile male–all suffered non life-threatening injuries while in the courtyard … More Shooting at 201 Q ST NW

Celebrate Bike Month this weekend and come by Northwest One Neighborhood Library for free basic bike repair and maintenance this Saturday May 14th from 1pm – 4pm. Learn how to patch a flat or change a tube! A bike ride of 5 DC Public Libraries is also taking place on Saturday May 21st if anyone … More Free Bike Repair – This Saturday!

Volunteers that sing up by May 18th will be entered in a drawing to win 2 tickets to North Capitol Main Street Spring Fund Raiser at the Fire House. Know how to plan a great community party? We need you!!!!! The following are 3 upcoming community events needing volunteers to help coordinate: Flower Power June … More A Chance to Win 2 Tickets to Attend May 21st Event at The Fire House

Fire House May 21st Event buy your tickets online at http://www.ncmsinc.org or from Geovani Bonilla.

I am not sure if anyone else has noticed, but the bus stop at 3rd Street and Florida Ave NW is long gone. I think it has been gone for a few weeks now. I never saw any notices or warnings. I thought it was hard to get ride of a Metro bus stop, but … More Disappearing bus stops

Office of Ward 5 Councilmember Harry "Tommy" Thomas, Jr. COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT May 9, 2011 Save the Date: Ward 5 Community Town Hall on Redistricting to Be Held on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 Mark your calendar now to attend Councilmember Thomas’ Ward 5 community town hall meeting on redistricting, which will be held at 6:30 pm … More Save the Date: Ward 5 Community Town Hall on Redistricting to Be Held on Wednesday, June 8, 2011

From one of the owners: “The bar is a work in progress — we features a few (great) wines, liquors and beers. In the coming days/weeks, expect a few signature cocktails and more variety. And this weekend we’ll premier our take on a Bloody Mary. Outdoor seating should be in place by late summer/early fall. … More Beau Thai Gets Liquor License – Outdoor seating to come!

Know how to plan a great community party? We need you!!!!! The following are 3 upcoming community events needing volunteers to help coordinate: Flower Power 2011 – neighborhood front yard, back yard, and tree box contest. The contest allows neighbors do see and vote on the best of the best gardens and yards in our … More BACA Party Planner Needed