BACA blog cited in the City Paper’s Loose Lips

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

You’re Invited!

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!

Saturday ScienceFest for kids on Nov 14

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

City plans to close Scott Montgomery (where Kipp is)

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)