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Capitol Hill Independence Day Parade In what has become a neighborhood tradition, you can ride or walk in the Capitol Hill Independence Day Parade or watch from the sidelines. Either way is fun. You’ll see church groups, school groups, bands, Hill Hounds members walking their dogs, neighborhood organizations and that July 4 staple—politicians. On Friday, July 4th, the parade steps off at 10 a.m. and travels north on 8th Street, SE, between I and Pennsylvania Avenue. There is a festival at Eastern Market Metro Plaza immediately following the parade, which takes about one hour. Photo: Andrew Lightman
American Beer Classic at RFK On Saturday, July 12, noon-4 p.m. or 6-10 p.m., inside RFK Stadium, beer enthusiasts and festival-goers alike will come together with one commonality: to celebrate good beer at the American Beer Classic. Along with a wide variety of breweries and hundreds of beers, participants will not only discover and taste-test new beers, but also attend educational sessions, enjoy live music, and have the opportunity to purchase food and merchandise. Registration fees begin at $50. For those attending as a designated driver, there is a discounted registration fee as well as a lounge with alcohol-free beverage options. For more information and to register, visit AmericanBeerClassic.com.
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Smithsonian at 8: A Garden of Wonders A Garden of Wonders, Friday night, July 18, 8-11 p.m., is the Smithsonian’s premier 21+ after-hours event series--a unique mix of culture, art, history, and science, including music, a cash bar, and special access to Smithsonian exhibits, collections, and experts. Find your style inspiration in period garden-party attire or your favorite Alice in Wonderland character. You might not meet a white rabbit, but you can sip specialty cocktails designed by Arlington’s Tortoise & Hare as you wander through the lantern-decked grounds. And speaking of wonders, meet Todd McGrain, whose fantastic large-scale bird sculptures now anchor the corners of the Haupt Garden’s ornately planted lawn. This party is at the Enid A. Haupt Garden at the Smithsonian Castle on Independence Ave. SW. Must be 21. General Admission $15 in advance, $20 at the door, if available. For tickets and further information, call 202633-3030 or visit SMITHSONIANat8.com. Photo: Katie Warren, GoKateShoot
Confident City Cycling Classes The Washington Area Bicyclist Association offers an array a Bicyclist Education classes. We recommend taking Confident City Cycling Classes if you intend to spend any time in DC traffic. Participants of all levels are encouraged to attend these 3-hour classes which will have options for multiple skill levels ranging from simple bike handling skills and using trails, to learning avoidance maneuvers and riding with traffic. The “Trails” group will discover basic bicycling information and on-bike skills such as: bicycle selection, fit, inspection, gearing, cadence, clothing, accessories, bike handling basics like starting and stopping, riding straight, scanning and signaling. The “Traffic” group will explore vehicular cycling principles, roadway positioning, lane changes, turns and parking lot drills to learn avoidance maneuvers. Find a convenient class at waba.org/education/ adult. They’re usually free.
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Capital Fringe Festival The Capital Fringe Festival’s mission is to “connect exploratory artists with adventurous audiences by creating outlets and spaces for creative, cutting-edge, and contemporary performance in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area.” This they do brilliantly. It is an open, honest, affordable and accessible plunge into the world of art. The volunteers have as much fun and the audiences and the audiences are always challenged, entertained, broadened, shocked and/or changed somehow. The festival venues on Capitol Hill are The Fridge and the Atlas Performing Arts Center. See Fringe offerings at capitalfringe. org and peppered throughout our Hill Rag Calendar section. “13 Men” plays at the Atlas Performing Arts Center Lab II, July 11, 13, 22, 26 and 27. Photo: Courtesy of Capital Fringe
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Fourth of July Sale! Celebrate the birthday of America and Ginkgo Gardens...... for 10 days only...... June 26th through July 5th.
25% to 50% off on selected perennials & annuals 25% to 50% off on all furniture - tables, chairs, plant stands, patio umbrellas HUGE savings on all types of pottery, statuary, garden ornaments, trellises, & fountains.... all 25 to 50% off during the 10 day celebration. Many other items will be marked down during this sale.......register for our July 4th drawing during the sale. Winner receives a $100.00 shopping spree.
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RECENT LISTINGS AND SALES ON CAPITOL HILL Recent Activity
More Capitol Hill Sales (Represented Buyers)
1331 Constitution Ave NE Under Contract! Listed for $1,299,000 Stunning transformation by Ditto Residential of former retail property into modern 4br/3.5ba townhome
541 7th Street SE Offered for $2,495,000 Nearly 5,000 sq. ft. w/ 5br/2 full ba/2 half ba and off-street parking. Developed by Ditto Residential. Design collaboration with Darryl Carter. Co-listed with Claudia Donovan – 202.251.7011 The Townhomes at Edmonds School 4-5 br/4-5.5 ba townhomes now available for hard hat tours. 3,600-4200 sq ft, roof terraces, parking. Developed by CAS Riegler & Ditto Residential, Interior design collaboration with Darryl Carter. Starting at $1,649,000 Co-listed with Richard Seaton – 202.907.8037
105 6th Street SE #109 Just Sold for $228,000 Sunny and spacious studio with custom Murphy bed
1338 K Street SE Sold for $779,900
1733 D Street SE Sold for $775,000
1606 G Street SE Sold for $692,500
326 14th Street NE Sold for $513,600
1244 16th Street NE Sold for $391,000
I was born and raised on Capitol Hill and am passionate about this neighborhood. If you are interested in buying or selling here, I would love the opportunity to work with you.
For more information or a private appointment, please contact Pamela Wye
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July 4th Parade marches in front of the National Archives. Photo: Courtesy of the National Archives
National Archives Celebrates the Fourth of July July 4. Band performance, 8:30–9:45 AM; Ceremony, 10:00-11:00 AM; Family activities, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM. The celebration will include patriotic music, a dramatic reading of the Declaration by historical reenactors, and exciting free family activities and entertainment for all ages. Free. Constitution Ave. and 7th St. NW. 202-3575400. archives.gov
J U LY C A L E N D A R INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS Post Game Fireworks at Nat’s Park. July 2 and July 18. Watch from inside the park or anywhere you can see the top of the park. washington.nationals.mlb.com July 4th National Symphony Orchestra Concert Full Dress Rehearsal. July 3, 7:30 PM. US Capitol west lawn. You will find a much smaller crowd at the concert rehearsal. You will be allowed on the Capitol grounds starting at 3:00 PM. You will go through security and alcohol may be confiscated. Free. nso.org Capitol Hill July 4th Parade and Festival Picnic. July 4. Parade,10:00 AM. Festival, 11:00 AM. Parade route is along 8th St. SE between Penn. Ave. and I St. SE. Festival is at Eastern Market Metro Plaza. Free. July 4th Fireworks and National Symphony Orchestra Concert. July 4, 8:00 PM. US Capitol west lawn. Fireworks at about 9:15 PM. No one will be allowed on the Capitol west lawn until 3:00 PM. Come early with a picnic and a blanket to the grounds of the U.S. 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. Just make sure that you have a clear view of the top half of the Washington Monument. You will go through security and alcohol may be confiscated. The fireworks and concert go on except in the case of extremely bad weather. Your best source for up-to-the-minute information is local TV and radio stations. Free. nso.org National Independence Day Parade. July 4, 11:45 AM. The Parade consists of invited bands, fife and drum corps, floats, military and specialty units, giant
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balloons, equestrian, drill teams, VIP’s, national dignitaries, and celebrity participants. Constitution Ave. from 7th to 17th St. july4thparade.com This Frisbee Clears Mines Tournament. July 4, 9:30 AM. at Anacostia Park. Come out on July 4 to enjoy some ultimate, barbecue, and raise money for a great cause! Mines Advisory Group (MAG) America is an organization that clears landmines and saves lives in dozens of countries around the world. All participants should arrive no later than 9:30 AM for registration and team assignments. This is an open tournament and will be great fun to play or to watch. lendyourleg.org. Capitol Hill July 4th Parade and Festival Picnic. July 4. Parade,10:00 AM. Festival, 11:00 AM. Parade route is along 8th St. SE between Penn. Ave. and I St. SE. Festival is at Eastern Market Metro Plaza. Free. “What to the Slave is the 4th of July?”. July 4, 11:00 AM-noon. On July 5, 1852 Frederick Douglass climbed onto a stage in Rochester, NY and into the history books. His audience that day came to hear just another 4th of July speech. What they got was as brilliant indictment of slavery and of those who would not lift a hand to attack “the accursed system” as the country had ever seen. On July 4th hear the speech ring out from the steps of Frederick Douglass’s own home in Washington, DC. Frederick Douglass national Historic Site, 1411 W St. SE, (corner of 15th and W). nps.gov/frdo Annual Independence Day Organ Recital at the National Cathedral. July 4, 11:00 AM. Cathedral organists Christopher Betts and Benjamin Straley lead the musical fireworks on the fourth of July. Free. 202-537-8980. nationalcathedral.org Independence Day Celebration and Air Force Band Concert. July 4, 8:00 PM (fireworks over Washington Monu-
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ment follow). Air Force Memorial at One Air Force Memorial Drive in Arlington, VA. (14th St. Bridge into Virginia, merge onto Washington Blvd. and then Columbia Pike in the direction of the Navy Annex. Then follow signs and crowds.) Contemporary and patriotic tunes and spectacular views of the nighttime Washington, DC skyline. Free. airforcememorial.org USA/Alexandria Birthday Celebration. July 12, 7:3010:00 PM. Visitors celebrate America’s birthday along the Potomac waterfront at Oronoco Bay Park and enjoy live music by the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, patriotic birthday cake, food vendors and a dazzling fireworks display. Oronoco Bay Park. 100 Madison St., Alexandria, VA. 703-746-4343. visitalexandriava.com Historic Cooking & Baking with Amanda Moniz-Patriotic Cakes. July 12, 11:00 AM-1:00 PM. Recover recipes and stories of the American past with historian and former pastry chef Amanda Moniz. $40. Register online at hillcenterdc.org.
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Smithsonian Folklife Festival. July 2-6. 11:00 AM-5:30 PM. Evening events at 6:00 PM. Festival features pro-
grams on China: Tradition and the Art of Living and Kenya: Mambo Poa! Free entrance. National Mall between 7th and 14th sts. folklife.si.edu/center/festival Marine Barracks Evening Parade. Friday evenings through Aug 29 (no parade July 4). Guests admitted starting at 7:00 PM. Guests should be seated by 8:00 PM. Program begins at 8:45 PM. The Evening Parade has become a universal symbol of the professionalism, discipline and Esprit de Corps of the United States Marines. The ceremony begins with a concert by the United States Marine Band. Free. It is wise to have reservations that can be made online at mbw.usmc.mil. Marine Barracks (front gate), 8th and I sts. SE. 202-433-4073. 2014 Twilight Tattoo at Fort Myer. Wednesdays (except July 2), through Aug 20 , 7:00 PM with pre-ceremony pageantry starting at 6:45 PM. Members of the 3rd US Infantry (The Old Guard), the US Army Band “Pershings Own,” Fife and Drum Corps and the US Army Drill Team will perform an hour-long sunset military Pageant. Over 100 Old Guard soldiers dressed in period uniforms will provide a glimpse of Army history from colonial times to the soldier of the future. Summerall Field on historic Fort Myer in Arlington, VA. twilight.mdw.army.mil
George Washington celebrates with guests on his Mansion piazza. Photo: Jon Humiston
Swing Time-The Musical! at the Naval Heritage Center. July 2, 3, 9, and 10; 7:00 PM. Set in a World War II era radio studio, this lively musical revue features three men and three women who are working together to put on their live big-band war bond drive radio broadcast. Lots of delightful surprises ensue, as well as wartime romance and plenty of comedy. $39. Naval Heritage Center, Naval Heritage Center, 701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. SwingTimeTheMusical.com Truckeroo. July 11, Aug 8 and Sept 12; 11:00 AM-11:00 PM at the corner of Half St.and M St. SE. Over 20 food trucks, live music all day, shade and picnic tables and games. truckeroodc.com Honfleur Gallery and Vivid Solutions Gallery Annual East of the River Exhibition. Opens Friday, July 11, 6:009:00 PM. The East of the River Exhibition at Honfleur Gallery includes work by 9 artists who live, work, or have roots in the communities east of the Anacostia River. The Invisible Wall: Photographs from East of the River at Vivid Solutions Gallery presents selections from photographer Susana Raab’s ongoing project to capture the daily humanity of these same communities. Both exhibitions run through Aug 29. Honfleur Gallery, 1241 Good Hope Rd. SE. 202-365-8392. honfleurgallery.com
An American Celebration at Mount Vernon July 4, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. Mount Vernon salutes our first commander in chief with a dazzling display of made-for-daytime fireworks during its annual Independence Day event! Visitors will be treated to spectacular smoke fireworks in patriotic colors fired over the Potomac River. The event also includes an inspirational naturalization ceremony for 100 new citizens, military re-enactments, a special wreath laying ceremony, free birthday cake for all (while supplies last), and a visit from the “first” first couple, “General and Mrs. Washington.” An American Celebration at Mount Vernon is included in admission. 703-7802000. mountvernon.org
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Hill Center Galleries Exhibition Through Sept 28. Over 50 regional artists on display at historic Old Naval Hospital on Capitol Hill. The works span a wide variety of mediums including painting, photography, glass, and more. Nearly 400 pieces were considered by for the show, juried by Philip Kennicott, Art & Architecture Critic for the Washington Post. Hill Center, 921 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. hillcenterdc.org
Fort Stevens Day. July 12-13. Fort Stevens is commemorating the 150th anniversary of the battle to defend the nation’s capital, including a featured ceremony from 10:00 AM-noon on Saturday, July 12. Come learn more about the only Civil War battle to take place in the nation’s capital with living history demonstrations, live period music, historic talks and walks, book signings as well as 19th century children’s game and crafts. Parking is limited and Metro is a good alternative to driving. Visit nps.gov/cwdw/150th-anniversary-of-civil-war.htm for more information and a schedule of events. Kenilworth Park Water Lily & Lotus Cultural Festival. July 19, 9:00 AM-3:00 PM. 1550 Anacostia Ave. NE. The park has ample free, off-street parking and is metro accessible (Deanwood). friendsofkenilworthgardens.org
OUTDOOR MUSIC & MOVIES NoMa Summer Screen. Wednesdays through Aug 20. Movies start at dark and are screened with subtitles. July 2, Clueless; July 9, The Muppets; July 16, The Perks of Being a Wallflower; July 23, The Dark Knight; July 30, Pitch Perfect; Aug 6, Top Gun; Aug 13, The Sandlot; Aug 20, rain date movie. Movies shown at the field at 2nd and L Sts. NE. Coolers, children and
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friendly (leashed) dogs are welcome. nomasummerscreen.org Military Band Concerts at the US Capitol. Weekdays in summer (weather permitting). 8:00 PM. Mondays, US Navy Band; Tuesdays, US Air Force Band; Wednesdays and Thursdays, US Marine Band; Fridays, US Army Band. Free. West Terrace US Capitol Building. Canal Park Outdoor Film Series. Thursday nights (movies begin at sundown-around 8:45 PM). 2014 theme is “It’s a Whole New Ballgame,” and includes sports-related movies of all kinds. July 10, Balls of Fury; July 17, Space Jam; July 24, Invincible; July 31, Bend it Like Beckham; Aug 7, Rudy; Aug 14, A League of Their Own; Aug 21, The Blind Side; and Sept 4, Moneyball. Movies shown in northern block of Canal Park, 2nd and “Eye” Sts. SE. yardspark.org Golden Cinema Series at Farragut Square. July 11, preshow seating starts at 7:30 PM. American President. Farragut Square, at the intersections of Connecticut Ave. and K St. NW. goldentriangledc.com The Sounds of Summer Concert Series at the Botanic Garden. July 10 and 24; 5:00-7:00 PM. Evenings in the National Garden are a delight. Come experience the won-
der of the USBG’s outdoor garden. Concert is held outdoors. No chairs will be provided. The indoor gardens and related facilities (restrooms) will not be available for use. They suggest bringing chairs/blankets for sitting, sunscreen, protective clothing and water. The concert will be canceled if it rains. usbg.gov Navy Band “Concerts on the Avenue.” Tuesdays, 7:30 PM. US Navy Memorial. The United States Navy Band and its specialty groups will perform. Free. 7th and Penn. Ave. NW. 202-737-2300. navymemorial.org Lunchtime Music on the Mall. Tuesdays and Thursdays in summer, noon-1:30 PM. Music performed on the National Mall by the Smithsonian Metro Station, at 12th St. and Jefferson Dr. SW. Jazz in the Sculpture Garden. Fridays, through Aug 29 (rain or shine, except July 4), 5:00-8:00 PM. National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. Live jazz performed by an eclectic mix of top artists from the Washington area entertains visitors outdoors in front of the fountain or in the Pavilion Cafe (if it’s raining). The Pavilion Cafe features a seasonal tapas-style menu and bar service during the concerts. Everyone can enjoy these concerts. You do not have to order food or drinks. Free. 202- 289-3360. nga.gov
Rosslyn Outdoor Film Festival. Fridays at dusk. July 11, The Internship; July 18, How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days; July 25, Up in the Air; Aug 1, Nine to Five; Aug 8, Empire Records; Aug 15, Miss Congeniality; Aug 22, Anchorman. Movies shown at Gateway Park, Lee Highway near Key Bridge. Air Force Band Concerts. Fridays in July and Aug. 8:00 PM. Air Force Memorial at One Air Force Memorial Drive in Arlington, VA. (14th St. Bridge into Virginia, merge onto Washington Blvd. and then Columbia Pike in the direction of the Navy Annex. Then follow signs.) Expect a pleasing mix of contemporary and patriotic tunes and spectacular views of the nighttime Washington, DC skyline. Free. airforcememorial.org Friday Night Live at National Harbor. Fridays (except July 4) through Sept 19, 6:00-9:00 PM. Performances include local and nationally-touring bands playing a variety of genres: pop, rock, soul, funk, blues, country and jazz. nationalharbor.com Rock and Roll Hotel Rooftop Movies. Sundays, 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM. Join them on their rooftop deck for Sunday night movies shown on their massive projection screen! Hhappy hour specials all throughout the night, including on our frozen drinks and wings. The rooftop deck has plenty of seating available, but feel free to bring a beach chair and settle in. Free popcorn. rockandrollhoteldc.com Free Summer Outdoor Concerts at Strathmore. Wednesdays, through Aug 20, 7:00 PM. Parking is in the Metro garage for $5 with Metro SmarTrip card or major credit card; enter off Tuckerman Lane. Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD. strathmore.org BlackRock Free Summer Concert Series. June 29-July 26, 7:00 PM. The
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only. Since 1993 HR-57 has provided a place where aspiring musicians gather to learn the history and cultures of the genres of jazz and blues. It’s a venue for the exchange of ideas and information between aspiring and professional musicians, students, aficionados and the general public. $8. 1007 H St. NE. 202-253-0044. hr57.org
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Church of the Epiphany Weekly Concerts. Every Tuesday, 12:10 PM. Free but free will offering taken. 1317 G ST. NW. 202-347-2635. epiphanydc.org
Music at Ebenezers. July 3, Kira Velella; July 10, The 9 Songwriter Series; July 11, Joy Ike and The Pinkerton Raid; July 12, Stories and Songwriters Featuring Brian Franke and Dan Fisk; July 17, Lauren Calve Band and The Brothers Nance; July 18, Amos Saint Jean and Friends Live in Concert; July 19, Davis Bradley Duo; July 20, Matt Harlan; July 25, Brett Harris, Don Kim, Amy Regan, Brandon Hughes; July 31, Caroline Spence, The Lovebirds, Nicole Belanus. Ebenezers Coffeehouse, 201 F St. NE. 202558-6900. ebenezerscoffeehouse.com Music at the Corner Store. July 12, Brazilian Jazz with the duo “Minas”; July 18, Cello Fusion with the duo “Montana Skies”; July 20, Concert with “Steph Stewart & the Boyfriends”. Corner Store, 900 So. Carolina Ave. SE. 202544-5807. cornerstorearts Choro das 3 at the Hill Center. July 22, 7:00 PM. The highly acclaimed Choro das 3 is a Brazilian instrumental group of three sisters and their father that first started to play as a band in 2003. Corina, 25, plays hiflute and piccolo. Lia, 23, plays 7-string guitar. Elisa, 20, plays mandolin, banjo, clarinet and piano. $15/advance, $20/ day of. Purchase online at hillcenterdc.org/home/programs/1906. Hill Center, 921 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. hillcenterdc.org
Jazz Night (and fish fry) in Southwest. Fridays, 6:00-9:00 PM. Every Friday night. Expect a large, fun and friendly crowd. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 400 I St. SW (Fourth and I, south side of intersection). The cover is $5. Children are welcome and free under 16 years old. 202-484-7700. westminsterdc.org/jazz Blue Monday Blues. Mondays, 6:00-9:00 PM. Westminster Presbyterian Church. Local musicians perform, and the Southwest Catering Company provides a fish fry from 5:30-8:30 PM. $5/general; free/children under 16. Modestly priced food. 400 I St. SW. 202-484-7700. westminsterdc.org/blues Sunday Gospel Brunch Featuring the Harlem Gospel Choir. Every Sunday, 12:30-2:00 PM. $30-$45. The Howard Theatre, 620 T St. NW. 202-803-2899. thehowardtheatre.com
HR 57 Weekly Jam Sessions. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8:00 PM-midnight. Friday and Saturdays, 9:00 PM-1:00 AM, featured performances. BYOB on Wednesday and Thursday
The BIG Maze at the National Building Museum July 4-Sept 1. The Museum, in partnership with BIGBjarke Ingels Group, will create a never-before-seen large-scale maze for the Museum’s historic home. Soaring 18 feet high and measuring 61 feet by 61 feet, the birch plywood structure will boast a series of twists and turns for visitors to weave through and explore. National Building Museum, 401 F St. NW. 202272-2448. nbm.org
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THEATER, FILM AND DANCE Gilbert and Sullivanís “Patience” on Capitol Hill. The Capitol Hill Arts Workshop (CHAW) presents Gilbert & Sullivan’s “Patience”, for eight performances over two weekends on July 31-August 2 and 7-9, 2014 at 545 7th Street, SE. Evening performances begin at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday matinees at 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $20 and are available by calling 202-547-6839 or at bwashington@ chaw.org. Tickets for the matinee on Saturday, August 2, 2014 are $10. The production is funded in part by Monarch Title, Inc., Brother Help Thyself, the Capitol Hill Community Foundation and Bernard Myers Fund for the Performing Arts. Happy Days by Samuel Beckett at the Atlas. Through July 5. Trapped, yet happy-go-lucky Winnie struggles to uncover meaning in her static, lonely life. Literally stuck with an aloof husband, all she has left are memories, routines, and words—which seem to fail. HAPPY DAYS reveals the absurdity we all grapple with in our ridiculous little lives. Atlas performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE. 202-399-7993. atlasarts.org Freud’s Last Session at Theater J. Extended through July 6. On the day England enters World War II, Freud summons then unknown professor Lewis to his office for an impassioned exchange about God, love, sex, and the meaning of life. Theater J, 1529 16th St. NW. 800 4948497. washingtondcjcc.org
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Clock and Dagger at Signature. Through July 6. Third-rate detective Nick Cutter is down on his luck when a beautiful blonde bombshell tosses a very intriguing case (and herself) into his lap. For the next 90 minutes, Nick races through every New York neighborhood in this zany, mile-aminute whodunit. Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave. off I-395 at the Shirlington exit (#6). signature-theatre.org Private Lives at Shakespeare. Through July 13. Noël Coward’s fast-talking, manners-breaking comedy makes its STC debut to finish a stellar season. Lansburgh Theatre, 450 7th St. NW. 202-547-1122. shakespearetheatre.org Carrie the Musical at Studio. July 9-Aug 3. Carrie is lonely. Carrie is angry. Carrie will fit in. Whatever it costs. Studio Theatre, 1501 14th St. NW. 202-332-3300. studiotheatre.org Sizzlin’ Summer Nights Series at Signature. July 9-26. With a different act each night, there’s always something to keep you entertained! The atmosphere may be cool, but the music’s red hot. Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave. off I-395 at the Shirlington exit (#6). signaturetheatre.org A Fire in Water at the Atlas. July 10, 15, 20, 23 and 26. Two goddesses try to protect their sons from all harm, but their sons’ love for their companions makes them vulnerable - makes them human, allowing them to break like snapped twigs, like fingernails, like hearts. Fringe Festival at Atlas performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE. 202-399-7993. atlasarts.org Antigone at the Atlas. July 10, 12, 17, 20 and 26. Antigone, the story of a young girl who defies the overwhelming power of the state in pursuit of what is right, is reimagined and rebuilt through physical theatre and ensemble performance by this promising company. Fringe Festival at Atlas performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE. 202-399-7993. atlasarts.org 13 Men - A Cabaret at the Atlas. July 11,
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13, 22, 26 and 27. Three friends dish on one-night stands, naked cowboys, broken engagements--no topic is taboo in this sexy cabaret. Perfect for a girls night out or a date, 13 Men is a fun, lighthearted comedy about the DC dating scene. Fringe Festival at Atlas performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE. 202-399-7993. atlasarts.org Brick Penguin Tries Its Best at the Fridge. July 11, 12, 16, 18, 19, 23, 25 and 26. A raucous collection of the best sketches from Brick Penguin’s four-year history of tough love comedy. Brick Penguin Tries Its Best is often irreverent, occasionally intelligent, and always a little dark… or a lot. We regret nothing! Fringe Festival at The Fridge, 516 1/2 8th St. SE. thefridgedc.com Blue Moon/Red River at the Atlas. July 11, 13, 18, 25 and 27. Experience two artistic mediums together in live performance. Dynamic movement, percussion and physical storytelling convey the sounds and wide spaces of the American Southwest. Symbols gradually fill a video backdrop and bodies are marked in an athletic and interactive production. Fringe Festival at Atlas performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE. 202-399-7993. atlasarts.org #albatross at the Atlas. July 11, 13, 19, 20 and 25. Audience Award Winner MOVEIUS mixes pointe shoes, improvisation and electric guitar with Twitter and Rime of the Ancient Mariner to reimagine ballet for the twenty-first century. Fringe Festival at Atlas performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE. 202-399-7993. atlasarts.org Ben & Lucille at the Atlas. July 12, 16, 20, 23 and 25. Long-dis·tance re·la·tion·ship noun a romantic relationship between two people who yearn endlessly for each other while apart, then argue over small things when together. see also: in love. Fringe Festival at Atlas performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE. 202-399-7993. atlasarts.org Córiolanas at the Atlas. July 12, 17, 19, 23 and 26. Valor is the mark of Caius Mar-
cius, but will all accept the rise of female power? As friends become foes, this lonely dragon enters a hunt that could empower all. . . or none. Fringe Festival at Atlas performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE. 202-399-7993. atlasarts.org Contrafact of Freedom at the Atlas. July 15, 16, 17, 19 and 20. During the summer of 1814, Francis Scott Key transformed from a quiet family man into a renowned poet who inspired a nation. Contrafact of Freedom celebrates the bicentennial of “The Star-Spangled Banner”, American history’s most unlikely origin story. Fringe Festival at Atlas performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE. 202-399-7993. atlasarts.org National Theater Live. King Lear, July 15-17; A Small Family Business, July 16; The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, July 22-24. Broadcast in HD. From the stage to the big screen. $20. Sidney Harman Hall, 610 F St. NW. 202-547-1122. shakespearetheatre.org
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Gilbert & Sullivan’s “Patience, Bunthorne’s Bride” at CHAW. July 31Aug 2 and Aug 7-9, 7:00 PM (Saturday matinees at 3:00 PM) Tickets are $20 and are available by calling 202-547-6839 or at bwashington@ chaw.org. Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, 545 7th St. SE. chaw.org Shakespeare Theatre Free For All “The Winter’s Tale”. Aug 19-31. (save the date). Each summer, the Shakespeare Theatre Company presents a series of free Shakespeare performances. shakespearetheatre.org
sports & Fitness Washington Nationals Baseball. July 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20 and 31. at Nat’s Park. Tickets, $5, up. washington.nationals.mlb.com
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Washington Mystics Basketball. July 2, 23, 25 and 27. Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW. wnba.com/mystics DC United at RFK. July 20, 8:00 PM vs. Chivas USA; July 26, time TBD, vs. Fulham FC; July 30, 7:00 PM vs. Toronto FC. RFK Stadium. dcunited.com Free public tennis courts in Ward Six. King Greenleaf Recreation Center, 201 N St. SW; Garfield Park, Third and G sts. SE; Randall Park First and I sts. SW; Rosedale Recreation Center, 1701 Gales St. NE; Sherwood Recreation Center, 640 10th St. NE. All courts are open daily, dawn to dusk. Some are lighted for extended evening play. Courts are available on a first-come, first-served basis for onehour intervals; extended use of tennis courts requires a permit. Proper shoes and attire is required. 202-671-0314. dpr.dc.gov/dpr DC Public Outdoor Pools. Nearby outdoor pools are East Potomac Pool at 972 Ohio Dr. SW; Randall Pool at South Capitol and I Sts. SW; and Rosedale Pool at 1701 Gales St. NE. All outdoor pools are open weekends, noon-6:00 PM. Weekday hours are 1:00-8:00 PM (after June 18). Every pool is closed one day a week for cleaning and maintenance. All pools are free for DC residents. Have picture ID. dpr.dc.gov Tidal Basin 3K Monthly Run. Third Wednesday of each month at noon. This run is free and informal. West Potomac Park (meet on Ohio Dr. at West Basin Dr., near the Tourmobile stand). 703-5053567. dcroadrunners.org Woodrow Wilson Bridge Half Marathon. Oct 5. Registration now open. 703-5874321. wilsonbridgehalf.com Marine Corps Marathon Registration. Register online at marinemarathon.com. Marathon is Sunday, Oct 26. Annual Hope for the Homeless Golf Tournament (save the date). Sept 22, 1:30 PM. Tournament at the Glenn Dale Country Club benefits the Capital Hill Group Ministry. chgm.net
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SALES AND MARKETS Randall Community Center Yard Sales. July 19 and Aug 16, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM. Table space is free. Call 202-554-6973. Randall is at So. Capitol and I Sts. SW. Alexandria Art Market. 2nd Saturday of the month (rain or shine), through Oct, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM in the Nicholas A. Colasanto Park, adjoining the Del Ray Artisans gallery at 2704 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA (corner of Commonwealth Ave. and Mount Vernon Ave.). The variety of original artwork from over 25+ artists will be displayed for sale including, painting, photography, pottery, jewelry, and glasswork. 703-627-7656. TheDelRayArtisans.org The Route 1 Farmers Market & Bazaar. Saturdays, 8:00 AM-2:00 PM and every first Friday, 4:00 PM-8:00 PM., through Sept 27. Located in the Prince George’s County Gateway Arts District at 4100 Rhode Island Ave. in Brentwood, MD. H Street FRESHFARM Market. Saturdays, 9 AM-¬noon, through Dec 20. The H Street Market is celebrating it’s 10th anniversary this year. SNAP (EBT/Food Stamps) accepted. 13th and H Sts. NE. freshfarmmarket.org U Street Flea. Saturdays and Sundays, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM. The U Street Flea features a diverse mix of art, crafts, fashion, jewelry, imports, antiques, collectibles, furniture, and more. The market is in the parking lot, next to Nellie’s Sports Bar (three blocks east of U Street Metro), at 912 U St. NW. ustreetflea.com Clarendon Night Market. Alternate Saturdays, May 17-Oct 25, 3:00-9:00 PM. It features a diverse mix of art, crafts, fashion, jewelry, imports, antiques, collectibles, furniture, and more. Bistro lights will be strung among the tents creating a festive evening shopping bazaar. It is in the Wells Fargo Bank parking lot, 3140 N. Washington Blvd. at the intersection of Washington, Wilson and Clarendon Blvds in North Arlington, VA. ClarendonMarket.com
Aya Community Markets @ SW Waterfront. Saturdays, through Nov 22, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM at 900 4th St. SW on the grounds of Christ United Methodist Church. dreamingoutloud.net RFK Stadium Farmers’ Market. Open Saturdays, year ¬round (weather permitting), 8:00 AM¬-3:00 PM. The market also has merchandise vendors. It can be seen in the RFK parking lot from the interestion of Benning Rd. and Oklahoma Ave. NE. Branch Avenue Pawn Parking Lot Flea Market. Saturdays. Set up (depending on the weather) after 10:00 AM. 3128 Branch Ave., Temple Hills, MD
King Jr. Ave. SE. bigchairmarket.com Dupont Circle Farmers Market. Sundays year round (rain or shine), 9:00 AM¬1:00 PM. The Wall Street Journal and The Financial Times of London named the market one of the top farmers’ markets in the country. During the peak season, there are more than 30 farmers offering fruits and vegetables, meat, poultry, fish, cheeses, fruit pies, breads, fresh pasta, cut flowers, potted plants, soaps and herbal products. 20th St. and Mass. Ave. NW, 1500 block of 20th St. NW (between Mass. Ave. and Q St. in the adjacent parking lot of PNC Bank). 202-¬362-¬8889. freshfarmmarket.org
Fresh Tuesdays at Eastern Market. Every Tuesday, 3:00¬-7:00 PM. Tuesday afternoon farmers’ line of fresh produce. Eastern Market, 200 block of 7th St. SE. 202-¬698-¬5253. easternmarket-dc.com
Maine Avenue Fish Market. Open 365 days a year. 7:00 AM-¬9:00 PM. 1100 Maine Ave. SW. 202-¬484-¬2722.
Union Market. Tuesday-¬Friday, 11:00 AM-¬8:00 PM; Saturday-¬Sunday, 8:00 AM¬8:00 PM. Union Market is an artisanal, curated, year¬round food market featuring over 40 local vendors. 1309 5th St. NE. 301¬652¬7400. unionmarketdc.com
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ANC 6A. Second Thursday, 7:00 PM. Meeting at Miner Elementary School, 601 15th St. NE. 202-423-8868. anc6a.org
Anacostia Big Chair Flea Market. Saturdays, 10:00 AM-¬4:00 PM. The market features a diverse mix of art, crafts, imports, antiques, collectibles and furniture. The market will also feature local specialty food items such as fruits and vegetables, flowers, preserves, prepared foods and beverages. 2215 Martin Luther
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ANC 6B. Second Tuesday, 7:00 PM. Meeting at Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital, 921 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. 202-5433344. anc6b.org ANC 6C. Second Wednesday, 7:00 PM. Meeting at Heritage Foundation, 214 Mass. Ave. NE, first floor conference room. 202-547-7168. anc6c.org ANC 6D. Second Monday, 7:00 PM. Meeting at 1100 4th St. SW, DCRA meeting room, 2nd floor. 202-554-1795. anc6d.org ANC 6E. First Tuesday, 6:30 PM. Meeting at NW One Library, 155 L St. NW. anc6e.org ◆
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The best photos make you take a second look and this weird and slightly eery picture of a dog and its shadow certain ly does.
HONORABLE MENTION
Heathcliff - “Pillow Pet”
Submitted by Scott Knight
This photo captures perfectly the sweet and trusti ng relationship between a child and her dog.
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A Study in Black and White the garden Dog, and his sister, Dammit, relax in Submitted by Hardy L. Pearce The perfect symmetry of the cats’ pose unusual study in black and white.
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Ernest von Pepper Jack Cheese “I’m the King of the World!”
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Flee the British 5k and Kids Fun Run August 24th, 2014: 8 am To commemorate the 200th anniversary of the burning of Washington, Congressional Cemetery is hosting the Flee the British 5k. Chase Dolley as she rescues the famed portrait of George Washington from the flames, and feel what it’s like to have the British on your heels as you scurry to the finish line. Bring the family and join us for a 2k Kids Run that begins directly after the 5k race. You won’t want to miss this historic 5k amongst the graves of many of the key players in the War of 1812. Registration is $40 and includes a technical t-shirt, and the untimed kids fun run is $10. To Register: www.congressionalcemetery.org. Historic Congressional Cemetery 1801 E Street, SE
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SHOW Rooney Sherer - “Mini Golden Doodle”
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HONORABLE MENTION
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Best Buds - Human
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HONORABLE MENTION Toki - “Snuggle Time”
Submitted by Cassidy Walko
PLACE Simba - An Egyptian Street Cat Submitted by Cyprien Bullock
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Barley (L) & Luna (R) - “Touring the Capitol Grounds.”
Submitted by Bruce Gipe
Ramey - “WE JUST CHILLIN!” Submitted by Nikit a Corey
Ace - “Grandma and Ace”
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HONORABLE MENTION
Stella Blue - “A Winter Walk on Capitol Hill.” Submitted by Tim Rutten
st & Finley”
Ernest - “Dog Walks Boy - Erne r Submitted by Lyndsey Medske
PLACE “There, There. We Don’t Have .” to Wear This Too Much Longer ey Submitted by Hanaa Rifa
Maddie - Maia & Maddie, Practicin g for Westminster, Memorial Day, Frederick Douglass House
Best Buds - Kids
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Submitted by Paul Birkmeier
Fenway and Ben - “Inseparable” Submitted by Elizabeth Chenard
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Best Buds - Pets
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PLACE Puppy, Ruby and Callie Submitted by Nan Raphael
HONORABLE MENTION Oso Precious & Cooper - “Happy Best Friends”
Submitted by Janice LeGarde
Winston (top) and Clementine Submitted by Philip Yabut
Cody and sibling Submitted by Ted Knuts on
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Kuma - “A true DC Dawg ” Submitted by Jeremy Bailey
Funniest
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Molly - “Molly’s First Drink” Submitted by Judith Anderson
Jake – “Just Found Out They Aren for Ewoks in the new Star Wars ’t Casting Movie” Submitt ed by Scott Gould
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Diogenes (L) & Boca Grande (R) - “Was it Something You Said?” Submitted by Paris Singer
Maxwell Zeu
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Laid Back
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Bruno
Submitted by Sara Trebing
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Favorite Way to Watch TV” Priscilla Carcaldi-Walsh - “My caldi- Walsh Submitted by Tom & Tony Car
Chico - “Sunny Nap”
Submitted by Tara Hamilton
HONORABLE MENTION Zoe -”If this picture had sound you could also hear my squeaky little kitt y snores.” Submitted by Julie Woodford 50 ★ Hillrag.com
“Resting Comfortably, Very Very Comfortably” Submitted by Janice Kruger
Best CaPtion
WIN PLACE Carry a Cooper – “Walk Softly andCemetery.” Big Stick in Congressional Submitted by Todd Lard
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Ruby Soho - “Spider Kitten!”
Submitted by Holly Danko
HONORABLE MENTION Sidamo - “Strike a Pose!”
Submitted by Michael Solem and Alexander Xavie
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Indiana - “Album Cover? Check! Now to Learn How to Play an Instrument...” Submitted by Sarah Robie Toby - “Take Me With You Please.” Submitted by Lori Wooden July 2014 ★ 51
Most Unusual
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HONORABLE MENTION Viola & Sebastian Submitted by Richard Agemo
PLACE
Rubin - “A Wolf Next to Sheep’s Clothing?” Submitted by Anne Harrington and Brenda Cartier
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General Lafayette - “Strange Bedfellows” Submitted by Sara Jameel Le Brusq
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Lester - “You should see
Submitted by Regis Noel
the other guy.”
& Patrice Shannon
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Cayman (L) & Goose (R) – “Ready There and Make Some Things Ha to Get in ppen.” Submitted
Jia - “LincolnParkLady ”
Submitted by Kimberly Scott
by Amy Vokes & Laura BonDura
nt
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SHOW Submitted by Sara Walder
Miss Kayna - “Well, Are You Coming or Not?” Submitted by Laurie Solnik
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Best of the Rest
Submitted by Sumie Ooka
Stellaluna - “Sunday Morning” Submitted by Jen Kern and Kate Kahan
Shamus - “Hudson and Darby Patiently Waiting for Santa” Submitted by Alvin Ross
JoJo -Submitted
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Max-a-Million Submitted by Pamela S. Perkins
Mao Tse Tung - “Mao & Sophie” Submitted by Natalie Skidmore
ams.” Shamus - “Chasing Rabbits…in His Dre s Submitted by Karen Zen
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Molly - “That Cat’s Wearing a Hoodie!” Submitted by Judith Anderson
Obie - “Obie at the Cherry Blossoms” Submitted by Bob Williams
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Common Illnesses in Older Cats by Keith de la Cruz
I
wanted to show some love to our furry feline friends this month, so this column will be devoted to cats! In particular, I’d like to write about some common health problems that we see in older cats. Thanks to better preventative care, our cats are living longer than ever. These senior cats have their own special health needs and problems. By knowing what to watch for, we can catch these problems sooner and help keep our friends happy and healthy even longer. First, let’s start by discussing important things to watch for as your cat gets older. Weight loss can be very important, since it can be associated with many health conditions. Other common signs of illness include drinking and/or urinating more, vomiting, or changes in appetite (either eating more or less). If your cat is showing any of these symptoms, it’s time to load up the cat carrier and take a trip to the vet.
Kidney Disease One of the most common problems in older cats is kidney disease. What causes it? Most of the time, we don’t really know. A previous injury or an infection in the kidney could lead to kidney disease later in life, or it may be age-related degeneration that causes it. Typical signs of kidney disease in cats include a progressive lack of appetite, weight loss, drinking and urinating more, and vomiting. Keep in mind that not all cats will show all of these signs. Kidney disease can be tested for using blood and urine tests. The severity and progression of kidney disease varies quite a bit. Some cases are mild and can take years before becoming a serious problem, while others may progress more rapidly. Treatments for kidney disease include special diets, fluid therapy, and medications to help control nausea and improve appetite.
tive thyroid gland. Once again, the cause of this illness is a mystery. Theories abound, but none have been proven. Cats with hyperthyroidism typically drink and urinate more, vomit, and lose weight. They usually have ravenous appetites and may be hyperactive. This condition can be tested for with blood tests. There are a number of different treatment options for hyperthyroidism. They include a single treatment with a specially treated iodine compound, long term medications (with pills or a gel rubbed on the ear), or a special prescription diet made with very low levels of iodine. Each option has pros and cons that your veterinarian can discuss with you. Most cats with hyperthyroidism respond well to treatment and can live for years with the condition.
Diabetes Most of us are familiar with diabetes since it is a common disease in people. It is much more likely in overweight or obese cats, so keeping your cat nice and trim can help prevent diabetes. Cats with diabetes will drink and urinate more. They will gradually lose weight even though their appetites are usually good. Diabetes can be diagnosed with blood and urine testing. Treating diabetes typically requires inulin injections. A diet change may also help. A few lucky cats actually go into remission after being on insulin, meaning they no longer require insulin injections. Unfortunately, this is rare. All cats with diabetes require close monitoring and regular checkups to keep them well regulated.
Lymphoma Lymphoma is probably the most common cancer in older cats. It typically affects the stomach and intestines in cats, although it can show up almost anywhere. Weight loss is the main sign, which is often accompanied by vomiting and/or diarrhea. It usually takes advanced testing such as ultrasound or intestinal biopsy to diagnosis. Various types of chemotherapy are used to treat lymphoma. The prognosis varies widely, with some cases responding well to treatment and progressing slowly while others are more severe. What about some of the less serious health issues in older kitties? We definitely see dental disease in older cats. Food and saliva stick to the teeth and can lead to calculus buildup, sore gums, pain, and loose teeth. A professional dental cleaning and home dental care like teeth brushing or dental chews can help manage dental problems. Arthritis is another health problem in some older cats. Keeping your cat at a healthy weight can do wonders to prevent and manage arthritis. Keep in mind that all of these different health problems can be treated or managed, and it is always easier to treat health problems when they are detected early. By knowing what to look for, we can help keep our feline friends happy and healthy in their golden years! Keith de la Cruz is an associate veterinarian at AtlasVet. He is a DC area native and the Treasurer/ Secretary of the Virginia Veterinary Medical Assocation. ◆
Hyperthyroidism Another common problem in older cats is hyperthyroidism, which is a disease caused by an over-ac-
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The staff at Barks and Purrs Capitol Hill will walk your Weimaraner, soothe your Siamese, and even take out your trash, all for the love of pets. Owners Wava and Tom Caplis have cared for pets on the Hill since 2009 and are proud to have an independent, locally owned business. “She’s reliable, trustworthy, flexible, and she knows this neighborhood,” client Anne Stanford said when describing why she trusts Wava to care for her dog, Ripley. “She’s become a friend. I invite Wava to my Christmas party.” “We’re not part of a big corporation,” Wava remarked. “We don’t do pack walks, but we may take a couple of dogs out together for play time, so they get more exercise.” In addition to spending at least 30 minutes per visit with pets, Wava is trained to administer medicine to animals, including asthma treatments and subcutaneous fluids, and she and her staff will take animals to the veterinarian or the groomers. First-time dog owner Jeremy Deutsch feels Wava has helped him raise his dog, Henny. “They always go above and beyond,” Deutsch remarked. “She will also pick up toys and food if they are ever running low.” A few members of her staff are available to stay with pets overnight in the owner’s home, lessening both the pet’s and the owner’s anxiety about being away from each other. Wava takes care of all of the cats herself, and she’s currently looking for additional pet care helpers. This part-time work requires a love of and experience caring for animals. “Getting out with the animals is a great way to stay healthy,” Wava said. While the Caplis’s home is filled with their Australian Shepherd and their bossy shorthaired cat, they have room in their hearts to care for your furry family members, too. Contact Barks and Purrs Capitol Hill (barksandpurrscapitolhill.vpweb.com) by calling 202-257-6181 or by emailing barksandpurrscapitolhill@gmail.com.
Spot On Training
Wagtime owners Lisa Schreiber and Ofer Khal with daughter Arielle, and their dogs Juneau and Baby.
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Heather Morris, owner of Spot On Training, teaches dog owners how build relationships with their pooches using positive motivation, not punitive measures. With classes such as “Who’s Walking Who” and “Outside Manners,”
Morris is helping DC dogs put their best paw forward. As many dog trainers will acknowledge, pet owners are harder to train than their dogs. Morris ensures her trainers are just as skilled at working with people as they are training dogs. “I look for trainers who can easily relate to and communicate well with people and can be adaptable in teaching and training styles,” Morris said. “It’s because of [my staff] that I was able to step away without a single worry and know the business was in good hands, so I could enjoy my first three months as a new mom.” A trained chef, Morris entered the pet industry by making organic dog treats before opening Spot On Training in 2010. She’s earned national certifications and local accolades along the way, as well as packs of loyal clients. “I think what sets Heather and her team apart are their passion and expertise,” remarked Helen LaCroix, Brookland resident and client for the past three years. “She does a lot of research and her training reflects that strong foundation.” When Hill residents Ron Hanson and David Dodson adopted Katie, a one-year old Golden Retriever mix, they turned to Spot On Training for help. Through inhome training and a system of positive reinforcement and reward, Morris has transformed Katie from a barking puppy into a well-mannered dog. “Between the training, after training follow-up, consistency and patience, we have a very different dog,” Hanson remarked. “There is no way we could have had this outcome without our partnership with Heather and Spot On!” This fall, Morris will add Treibball classes, a sport that combines obedience and herding cues. Contact Spot On Training at www.spotondogtrainingdc. com, 508 H Street NE, Washington, DC, 20002, by calling 202-629-2967 or by emailing info@spotondogtrainingdc. com.
Give Your Dog a New ‘Do at Wagtime Too If your dog needs a puppy cut to survive the summer heat, trust the crew at Wagtime Too to give your dog a new ‘do. In addition to pet grooming and dog walking services, Wagtime’s owners Lisa Schreiber and Ofer Khal and their staff strive to offer the best cage-free facility in DC
and will treat your furry friends like part of the family, whether they’re staying for an hour or a week. “The staff knows each and every dog,” Schreiber remarked, adding that all staff members undergo background checks. “All daycare rooms are monitored 24 hours a day to ensure that all Wagtime dogs are never stressed or upset, can play with friends of the same energy levels and are always happy to come to daycare.” The facility has indoor and outdoor play spaces as well as dedicated areas for elderly dogs and small breeds. Schreiber started her entrepreneurial career when she was a young girl, earning money as a neighborhood dog walker. She opened Wagtime in 2001 and added Wagtime Too in 2012, and she’s expanded her business to include in-home pet sitting for both dogs and cats and a boutique that sells nutritional food and toys. “We aim to be a neighborhood, one-stop shop for our clients’ convenience,” Schreiber said. To further assist her clients, Schreiber recently added “Valet Barking,” a bus service that collects clients’ dogs from their homes. Schreiber is also dedicated to helping with the rescue and adoption of dogs and cats. “We have found homes for dogs from all backgrounds to give them a second chance in life,” Schreiber said. “Saving one dog will not change the world, but for that one dog, the world will be
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Bulletin Board RIGHT: Capitol Hill Little League’s Baltimore Black Sox, with coaches Aki Mason and Logan Hollers, celebrate after a great spring season of baseball. Photo: Maureen O’Brien
Navy Yard Neighborhood Association “The History of our Neighborhood” The Saturday, July 5, 1-5 p.m. event at 200 I St. SE, will include a screening of the film “Chocolate City,” oral histories, panel history presentations and kids activities. For more information, contact Helen Douglas at 202-547-1896 or Debra Frazier at 202-306-0302.
Final Environmental Impact Statement for Virginia Avenue Tunnel Reconstruction Project Released The District Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration has released a Final Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed reconstruction of the Virginia Avenue Tunnel. The FEIS identifies “Alternative 3 - Two New Tunnels” as the Preferred Alternative for construction. The FEIS and a fact sheet are available at virginiaavenuetunnel.com. Copies of the FEIS are available for review at the following locations: Southeast Neighborhood Library, 403 7th St. SE; and Southwest Neighborhood Library, 900 Wesley Pl. SW. A public meeting will be held on July 1, at the Capitol Skyline Hotel, 10 I (Eye) St. SW, 6:30-8 p.m. The meeting will include an open house, a presentation on the details of construction and a time period to ask questions of the project team. If you need special accommodations or language assistance services, email contact@ virginiaavenuetunnel.com or leave a message at 202-0681-0646.
Recreational Fishing Days Join Anacostia Watershed Society, University of Maryland College Park, and Anacostia Community Museum for a day of recreational fishing. They will provide fishing rods and bait on
a first-come, first-served basis (bring your own if you prefer). Each participant will receive a gift card valued at $10 for providing them with your catch! All ages and experience levels are welcome. They are also looking for a few volunteers to help with logistics if interested, let them know at anacostiaws.org. Remaining Recreational Fishing Days this season are Saturday July 26, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601 Annapolis Rd., Bladensburg, MD; Saturday, Aug. 16, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Anacostia Park, 1900 Anacostia Freeway; Saturday September 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Hains Point, 927 Ohio Dr. SW; Saturday, Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601 Annapolis Rd, Bladensburg, MD.
Leave Fire Hydrants Alone As temperatures rise, the District of Columbia Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department and DC Water urge those in the District to beat the heat without tampering with fire hydrants. Unauthorized hydrant use can hamper firefighting, damage the water system and cause injury. It can also flood streets, creating traffic dangers. It can lower the water pressure for everyone on the block. Residents and visitors in the District can keep cool by staying in shade or air conditioning and drinking plenty of water. When the temperature or heat index reaches 95, residents are encouraged to take extra precautions against the heat. If they do not live in an air-conditioned building, they may take refuge at a District swimming pool, cooling center, recreation facility, senior center or other air-conditioned building. More information, and locations, can be found at
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Angelika Pop-Up Micro Cinema Opens at Union Market Angelika Pop-Up, a three screen micro cinema located in the Union Market district, has opened. The Angelika Pop-Up will serve as the DC hub of Angelika’s signature mix of specialty film programming and unique events during the development of the permanent Angelika Film Center expected to open in late 2015 at Union Market. This new multi-screen cinema will combine the most cutting edge presentation technology with elements of luxury and comfort in stylish surroundings reflective of the creative spirit existing at the Market. angelikapopup.com
dc.gov or by calling 311. In the event of a life-threatening heat emergency, please call 911 for medical assistance. Tampering with a District hydrant is a crime, subject to a $100 fine. To report unauthorized use of fire hydrants, call the DC Water Command Center at 202-612-3400. To learn more about the perils of opening a hy-
drant, view the DC Water video at: bit.ly/T3Y0XZ.
11th Street SE On-Ramp to Westbound I-695 Closed As part of the 11th Street Bridge Project, the District Department of Transportation has closed the 11th Street SE on-ramp to westbound
JOIN US THIS SUMMER Christ ChurCh+ Washington Parish A Welcoming Episcopal Church on Capitol Hill I-695 (Southeast/Southwest Freeway). The ramp is scheduled to reopen on Saturday, Aug. 23, weather permitting. The two-month closure of this ramp is needed to allow crews to complete final construction of the ramp and new bridge structure. During the closure, traffic will be detoured to I St. SE and Virginia Ave. SE to access westbound I-695 via the 3rd St. SE on-ramp.
Holy Eucharist: Sunday 9:00 and 11:00 am, Childcare provided. ASL interpreter at 11:00 am Come as you are and join a welcoming community of faith, spiritual growth, fellowship and service.
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Tough Dames in Satin Slips: Films from Pre-Code Hollywood at Hill Center For several years in the early 30s, producers, directors and screenwriters routinely flouted the moral guidelines known as the Hays Code. It wasn’t until July 1934, when the Catholic Church and its Legion of Decency threatened the studios with a nationwide boycott of the movies, that the studios agreed to a stricter enforcement regime that would ensure they followed the rules. The movies that emerged from Hollywood in those first, “pre-code” years of the 1930s are often racier, more cynical, darker and franker than movies would be for many years afterward. In a film and discussion series that will explore the history of sex and violence in the movies, censorship and the ratings system, movie critic Nell Minow and journalist Margaret Talbot present gems of pre-code cinema. All movies are free and are on a Friday at 7 p.m., July 11, Blonde Venus; July 18, Design for Living; and July 31, Red-Headed Woman. Hill Center, 921 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. hillcenterdc.org
Join us on Wednesday evenings in July, from 6:00-8:00 on the front lawn. Hot dogs are provided, please bring a dish to share. There will be water activities for the kids. All are welcome.
Laugh | Dance | Love | Praise Learn | Sing | Serve | Pray Join us at 5:00 on July 13 and August 10 for Children’s Worship. A worship service designed for kids 8 and under followed by supper and play in the parish hall. The 2nd Sunday of each month.
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CHGM Street Outreach Volunteers Needed Capitol Hill Group Minstry’s Street Outreach Services works to build personal relationships with the chronically homeless individuals of Ward 6. Three days a week, their Street Outreach coordinator and volunteer teams provide neighbors with both direct services as well as information and referrals to other services offered throughout the city. Their Street Outreach team aims to empower and provide hope for families and individuals so that they may lead healthy, fulfilling, and productive lives as they choose on their own. Much of the work is made possible through the various volunteer groups and individuals who donate their time to help the neediest members of our community. For more information, call 202-544-0631. chgm.net
Ornamental Spirit, created by artist Deirdre Saunder. Photo: Courtesy of Friends of Kim Brenegar
Kim’s Garden Dedication, July 8 Kim’s Garden and its mosaic centerpiece Ornamental Spirit, created by artist Deirdre Saunder, will be dedicated on July 8, at 10:30 a.m. Friends of Kim Brenegar will recognize the many volunteers, businesses, city agencies and financial contributors who have partnered with them since 2010 to make Kim’s Garden a fitting memorial to the late Kim Brenegar, beloved Capitol Hill landscape designer. Co-hosts for the dedication are the DC Department of Parks and Recreation, the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities and the District Department of Transportation. With all the major capital improvements completed, the organization is looking to ensuring the sustainability of the garden. Friends of Kim Brenegar will announce two long term initiatives at the ceremony: the Kim’s Garden Community Advisory Panel and the Kim’s Garden Sustainability Fund. Please mail a tax-deductible contribution to Care Company at 801 North Carolina Ave. SE., Washington D.C. 20003 (make check payable to “Care Company” and note in the memo line it is for Kim’s Garden), or online via kimsgardendc. blogspot.com to help maintain the garden in the coming years.
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Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Annual Lotus and Water Lily Festival Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens in NE Washington is the only National Park devoted to the propagation of water lilies and lotus plants that are native to the DC area and from countries around the world. These beautiful flowers are at peak bloom in mid-July and the display of pink and purple blossoms spread out over several acres of the park is worth celebrating! Join them on Saturday, July 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. for a day of free music, educational programs, art, hands on activities, demonstrations, and
more. The festival is a cultural event that ties in Korean and South African culture that both have strong connections to aquatic lilies and lotus’ in their countries. Learn about the use of the lotus plant for dyes, tea, food, and other uses in these other countries and see varieties of plants from these and other countries in the gardens. Programs, activities and entertainment will be on-going throughout the day. Due to the growing popularity of this event, the National Park Service has set up satellite parking areas and will offer a free shuttle bus service from parking lots to the event. In addition, people are being encouraged to take Metro to the Minnesota Avenue station and to follow signs to Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue to pick up the free shuttle to the park entrance. The shuttle will run from 10 a.m.5:00 p.m. For more information please visit nps.gov/Keaq.
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bitious development plans in the history of the District. Spanning 30 years and comprising $10 billion worth of investment, the AWI pledges to restore and revitalize the Anacostia River. Led by the District of Columbia government the AWI vision is to reconnect to the river, so that widespread access to the Anacostia River and its new parks, recreational, cultural, residential and commercial centers is possible. For more information about AWI and the 11th Street Bridge Replacement Project, visiT anacostiawaterfront.org.
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Native Art Market Call to Artists The Native Art Market is Dec. 5-7 at the National Museum of the American Indian. There are online applications only. The application deadline is Sept. 5, 2014. Apply at nmai. si.edu/artmarket/calltoartists. If you have any questions or need help, email NMAI-ArtMarket@si.edu or call 212-514-3709.
11th Street Bridge Project Receives Excellence in Concrete Award The District Department of Transportation’s 11th Street Bridge Project received its eighth award on May 29, an Award of Excellence in Concrete from the National Capitol Chapter of the American Concrete Institute. The award was the seventh in two years and the eighth since 2009, when the 11th Street Bridge Project received its first award from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) for its environmental impact statement, which FHWA said exceeded the agency’s standards. In 2009, DDOT began construction on the new 11th Street Bridge Project, the District’s first river bridge replacement in more than 40 years and the largest project in DDOT’s history. The project created direct connections between the DC-295 (Anacostia Freeway) and I-695 (SE/SW Freeway), diverting traffic from local roads. It also replaced the structurally-deficient spans and provides an enhanced emergency evacuation route. The 11th Street Bridge Project is an integral piece in the Anacostia Waterfront Initiative, one of the most am-
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DDOT Releases Draft moveDC Plan for Public Comment
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The District Department of Transportation has released the draft moveDC Transportation Plan. The plan is the culmination of a process that has involved thousands of residents from the District and the Washington Metropolitan region. The moveDC Plan is a comprehensive, multimodal transportation strategy that outlines policies, programs and capital investments to enhance the District’s transportation network, and includes detailed “elements” or “master plans” for each mode of travel in the District. DDOT is welcoming public comments on the draft plan through July 6, 2014. In addition to electronic versions of the draft plan that are available on the project website at wemovedc.org, copies of the draft moveDC Plan are available at DDOT’s offices at 55 M St. SE and the DDOT Public Space Permit Center at 1100 4th St. SW. The draft plan will be also be available on CDs at DC Public Libraries. The project website has a brief survey for gathering feedback, or comments can be sent via email to Project Manager Colleen Hawkinson
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Anacostia Water Trail Unveiled On June 5, the Anacostia Watershed Society was joined today by Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley, Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards, National Park Service Deputy Director Christina Goldfuss, Prince George’s County Executive Rushern Baker, and the Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission Vice Chair Elizabeth Hewlett to officially launch the Anacostia Water Trail. The unveiling, part of the official launch of the Star-Spangled Summer and StarSpangled Banner National Historic Trail, was set against a backdrop of kayakers enjoying the Anacostia River at Bladensburg Waterfront Park and featured the unfurling of a hand-stitched replica American flag, and a perfor-
mance of the National Anthem by members of the Fort McHenry Guard Fife and Drum Corp. The launch of the water trails promoted outdoor experiences in the State of Maryland and recreational opportunities available to Anacostia Watershed residents. The Anacostia Water Trail Map and Guide, created earlier this year in partnership with the National Park Service, informs the public of the resources available to them throughout the Anacostia River, including highlighted sites along the river, tips for experiencing the trail, a timeline detailing 400 years of the Anacostia River’s history, facts about the history and nature of the Anacostia River, and boating safety tips. Interested citizens can visit anacostiaws.org to learn more about the recreational offerings available from the Anacostia Watershed Society including Paddle Nights, Recreational Fishing, Bird-watching Tours and more. Copies of the Anacostia Water Trail Map and Guide can also be downloaded at that website.
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Coming Soon to You: A Tax Cut! by Wes Rivers
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here is a good chance that you will soon get a tax cut from the District government. In something of a surprise move, the DC Council approved sweeping changes to the District’s tax code in late May, based on recommendations from DC’s blueribbon Tax Revision Commission. It includes income tax cuts for nearly all District residents, with special help for middle- and lower-income households. It also includes the first cut in DC’s business income tax rate in decades. The tax package includes a small number of tax increases, including an expansion of the DC sales tax to gym memberships and other services. As often is the case when a tax exemption is eliminated, some gym owners and members have opposed this change. But their arguments about maintaining their special treatment run counter to the principle that the best approach is to broaden the tax base and keep rates low.
$40,000 and $60,000 from 8.5 percent to 6.5 percent. The rate cut plus the increase in personal exemptions means that middle income families will keep a lot more of what they earn – helping them pay for things like school uniforms, work supplies, and music lessons. For example, a married couple earning $100,000 will see their taxes cut more than $500. These cuts will help families cope with DC’s rising cost of living, leaving them in a better position to make investments for future needs and thrive economically.
Creating a strong and fair sales tax
Making the Income Tax Fairer for All District Residents If your income is below $500,000, you can probably expect a tax cut. District residents with lowand moderate-income residents, who face tax bills that are higher than middle-income families in most parts of the country, will get special help. The council’s tax package will be phased in over the next five years, but only if the city’s economy and revenues continue to grow. Here is how the key tax changes will affect us: • Expanding the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) for low-income workers without children. The EITC, a tax credit for the working poor, lifts many families with children out of poverty, but it provides very small benefits to workers without children in their home. The maximum credit for childless residents is less than $200 and only goes to workers earning under $14,000 a year. The new tax package expands eligibility to $23,000 and increases the maximum credit to almost $500. For example, a single person earning $18,000 will go from
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owing $533 this year -to getting a refund of $102, largely as a result of the new EITC. Raising the personal exemption and standard deduction to federal levels. The District’s personal exemption and standard deduction, which exempt a certain portion of income from taxes, are small compared with states and the federal income tax. This is especially hard for low- and moderate-income families that rely heavily on these deductions. The tax package will raise these deductions to the federal levels – a best practice followed by six other states. A single parent with two children and $30,000 income currently gets a $146 refund as a result of the EITC. With her taxes reduced as a result of a higher standard deduction and personal exemption, her refund will jump to $724. Cutting the tax rate for middle incomes. The package cuts the tax rate for income between
Consumption patterns in the U.S. have shifted over time from an economy based mostly on goods to one dominated by services. That means that a sales tax tied largely to the purchase of goods becomes weaker every year at raising revenue to pay for services like police protection and libraries. Fiscal policy experts recommend broadening the sales tax to include as many consumer purchases as possible. With that in mind, the Council chose to broaden the sales tax to include several more services, including carpet cleaning, health clubs, and billiards parlors and bowling alleys. The expansion will not only align our sales tax to consumer expenditure patterns, but also raise revenue that will help offset income tax reductions for both individuals and businesses. Some—especially the affected businesses— have raised concerns about this approach, fearing that the expansion of sales tax to gym memberships will be a fitness deterrent, a so-called “fitness tax.” However, expanding the sales tax is sound policy, and there are several reasons why claims opposing the expansion are unfounded: Convenience and location factor into purchasing decisions. Shoppers always look for good prices, but they also want convenience. The District’s sales tax applies to dry cleaning, yet there is no evidence that people travel elsewhere to get their clothes cleaned. It is hard to believe that District residents will choose to travel outside of the city
to work-out, when the sales tax will only add a couple of dollars a month to their fee or membership. Income tax reductions in the package will more than offset any increases residents see in sales tax. Individual residents will benefit from significant tax reductions with the Council’s package, giving consumers more purchasing power. Residents with incomes between $50,000 and $75,000, for example, will receive a tax cut of about $400. Given that gym membership costs around $70 a month, the benefits from the income tax would far outweigh the additional $50 members would pay in annual sales tax. Businesses affected by the tax expansion will also benefit from reductions in the business franchise tax. Expanding the sales leaves fewer exemptions to the tax, making it fairer for the business community. Affected businesses feel targeted, but that is because they are among the small group of consumer purchases not taxed now. Adding gyms to the sales tax makes sense not only for base broadening but also as a matter of fairness. If a resident pays sales tax to buy weight-lifting equipment, someone who buys a gym membership should pay sales tax, too. The Council’s tax package will make the District a fairer place. The reforms will help ensure that low and moderate-income residents can continue to afford the city and that DC has a robust sales tax that continues to pay for important city services. Wes Rivers is a policy analyst at the DC Fiscal Policy Institute (www.dcfpi.org). DCFPI conducts research on tax and budget issues that affect low- and moderate-income DC residents. u
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Capper Community Center Update by Charnice A. Milton
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n June 11, Capitol Quarter residents gathered at 200 I Street, SE for the second community meeting on the Capper Community Center. Located at 1005 Fifth St. SE, the community center was part of the DC Housing Authority’s (DCHA) HOPE IV project, which included 1,700 rental and home ownership units and office and retail space. Although the economic downturn slowed progress, the project is finally moving forward.
An early rendering from DC Housing Authority on what the 18,000 sq. ft. community center might look like.
History In 2001, DCHA won a $34.9 million grant to turn the Arthur Capper and Carrollsburg public housing community into a mixed-income community. With additional public and private dollars, DCHA had $581 million for the project, making it the largest HOPE IV project in the nation. However, six years later, as the old community center was demolished, the economy worsened. According to DCHA, most of the original financing would come from selling land in order to build two office buildings; however, a weak real estate market prevented the construction. “The financing we had was no longer applicable,” said Rick White. “We worked with the Mayor and DC Council to sell bonds.” Between the years of 2008 to 2012, DC Council passed legislation to allow DCHA to issue bonds, which were paid with real estate taxes generated from the ongoing development on the former Capper and Carrollsburg site. With financing a major hurdle to the community center, some residents and community leaders doubted if the project would ever be completed. ANC 6D Commissioners Ron McBee (6D03) and Robert Siegel (6D06) wrote in a response to a 2009 DC Zoning Commission hearing regarding the Capper/Carrollsburg HOPE IV project that “we have no confidence …that the Center will ever be built.” Later in the letter, Commissioner McBee and Siegel noted that DCHA omitted discussing the community center during a DC Council hearing, nor was it found in their five-year
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strategic plan. “This clearly indicates a lack of will by DCHA and [its] development team to give the same priority and commitment to a Community Center amenity as opposed to the retail and housing,” they wrote.
Why a Community Center? In the same letter, Commissioners McBee and Siegel discussed why the Capitol Quarter area needed the community center. “A mixed income community that is being built from scratch needs a Community Center first, not last, especially if incorporating one for replacement of public Jay Brinson, LEED AP, regional vice president of Brailsford & Dunlavey, housing, and adjacent to a compresents conceptual drawings of the Capper Community Center during munity that is faced with poverty, the June 11 community meeting. The drawing were based on a survey responses from Capitol Quarter residents. Photo by Charnice A. Milton. unemployment, low wages, and low literacy wages,” they wrote. “If not now, then when?” At the time, tice, it still seems like two different communities,” the community center was going to include amenihe said. While his organization has helped bring ties including “...career counselor offices, a comdifferent populations together, he sees the commuputer training center, [a] preschool day care cennity center as the next step. “There’s a hope and ter, and other facilities for delivering community chance that the community center will help knit supportive services.” them together in a positive way,” he said. “This Five years later, the need still remains, but will be more than an activity center; this will be a for different reasons. Chris French, president of neighborhood connector.” the Navy Yard Neighborhood Association (NYNA) said that the HOPE IV project was created to bring What the Center Could Look Like multiple wage groups together. “However, in pracEarlier this year, Brailsford & Dunlavey, a
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Finding an Operator While the groundbreaking ceremony could be soon (the projected delivery date is in 2015), DCHA has one more step in the process: finding an operator. White stated that DCHA initially talked to DPR about running the community center, but later decided to find an independent operator. Although he did not say why, he said that the decision was made “years, months ago.” French notes that the operator will have some challenges, including making sure the community center is self-sustaining. “There is no funding for operations,” he said. “There
has to be an income source coming in.” The survey results could also influence the decision, as the operator must be able to bring a balanced approach to deciding which services residents could pay for. However, French states there is one attractive aspect of the job: the building is already paid for, so the operator does not have to pay a mortgage.
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Some Lingering Doubts Some at the meeting are wondering why the community center was more of a fitness center, others asked if there will be an adult day care or a rooftop garden. “We have a very educated and awesome community down here; a very engaged community,” said ANC 6D07 Commissioner David Garber, whose single-member district is home to the Capitol Quarter. “We want this to be done right. We don’t want this to be built in a way that is going to be wasted at the end of the day.” While he is glad that his constituents had a chance to speak out, he was disappointed with the process. “The process has just been done completely backwards,” Commissioner Garber said. “They designed the shell of the building. Now, they’re coming back to ask us what should be inside of it. Then, they’re going to start construction before they actually have an operator on board.” While it is understandable that the project was delayed due to financing, Commissioner Garber felt that DCHA should have completed the community planning process in the meantime. “At the end of the day, it’s a community center; it’s for the community,” he said. “We shouldn’t just build something just to build it... We should build it to be really useful and sustainable for years to come. To comment on the Capper Community Center, visit dchousing.org/ TALK. u
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CSX Offers Cash To Ease D.C. Residents’ Fear Of Oil Trains Through Neighborhood by Emily Atkin
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n an apparent attempt to ease health and safety concerns over CSX Corp.’s plan to reconstruct a freight train tunnel in Southeast DC, the US Department of Transportation on Friday said the company would offer money to the residents most harmed by the project. But residents are not taking the bait, saying the money is not worth the risk the project poses to their lives and livelihoods. “It’s an insult,” said Maureen Cohen Harrington, whose home would border the trench that CSX plans to dig so that freight trains can run while it reconstructs the Virginia Avenue Tunnel. “These amounts give no recognition to the relentless and overwhelming disruption this will cause, or to the lethal risk that it will present.” Residents are concerned that CSX’s freight trains — which sometimes carry crude oil and other hazardous materials — are at an increased risk of derailment while running through an open trench alongside the tunnel, which is next to an elevated highway and numerous homes. The offer of compensation was part of the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the longproposed Virginia Avenue Tunnel project, which if approved, would reconstruct and expand the century-old tunnel in the recently-revitalized Navy Yard neighborhood. In the FEIS, the US and DC Departments of Transportation recom-
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mended a build-option that would see trains running in a mostlyclosed trench during construction. However, trains would still run in an open trench for approximately 230 feet, immediately east of the tunnel’s portal on 2nd street SE. For homeowners who live directly adjacent to the major construction, the DOT offered compensation from CSX of $500 per month for the duration of the project, a maximum period of 42 months. It also offered separate compensation for residents of the Arthur Capper Apartments, a lowincome public housing unit for senior citizens that would be about 30 feet from the proposed trench. The building would receive a onetime payment of $250,000 in order to “offset temporary inconvenience” and “support community enhancements.” But Helen Douglas, a resident of Arthur Capper who has been one of the leading opponents of the project, says the one-time payment is premature. Because the senior center is so close to construction, she says, there is no way to know if $250,000 will be enough to cover the damage. “This is a one time payment, an open and shut case, and there’s a million possible things that could happen,” she said. “We don’t know if there will be a derailment. We don’t know if everybody in the building is going to get respiratory problems from construction dust and die.” “So then what, we get the
$250,000 and then we can’t say anything? It’s totally unfair to offer us money ahead of time without the chance to go back around,” Douglas continued. “I don’t know what they’re trying to do, but it’s not winning any friends as far as I’m concerned.” Though concerns over the project’s impact on air quality, vibration and noise levels have been primary concerns in the neighborhood, the possibility of derailment has arguably been the most pressing issue surrounding the proposal. Residents cite the Lac-Mégantic disaster, where a freight train carrying crude oil derailed and killed at least forty-two people, as evidence of what could happen. But as both CSX and the DOT notes, the company does not move “unit trains” (meaning trains with only one type of cargo) of crude oil or fuel, which is the type that derailed in Lac-Mégantic. And in its report released Friday, the DOT also noted the rarity of CSX’s crude oil shipments through the District. In 2013, it said, crude oil cars represented less than 0.006 percent of all loaded rail cars that went through the Virginia Avenue Tunnel. “CSX has no current movements of crude oil unit trains through the District of Columbia,” the report said. “There is no market for CSX to transport crude oil through the District of Columbia now, or in the foreseeable future.” The FEIS also noted CSX’s voluntary agreement with the city not to transport the most “high-risk” explosive materials through the District. However, CSX can still transport hazmats that are not classified as high-risk, and can still transport crude oil and fuel through the city, so long as they’re in a mixed-freight car. CSX does not disclose how and where it transports these ma-
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terials to the public, for national security reasons. Additionally, the voluntary agreement to keep high-level hazmats out of the city is just that: voluntary. The company can back out of that agreement at any time, with no threat of punishment. Because the project’s intention is to make room for doublestacked cars on a higher-speed rail line, residents fear that CSX could go back on the agreement. Paired with the fact that the FEIS acknowledges the project’s potential to affect ambient air quality levels primarily within 200 to 300 feet of construction, Harrington said $500 a month is not worth the risk. “Those who are unable to live in these conditions, or who justifiably fear for their lives, will not be able to find alternative housing for $500 per month,” Harrington said. “Moreover, many of us — myself included — are tethered to our homes because of workforce housing requirements or affordable housing waitlists.” Residents have been asking CSX do a larger study looking at other re-route alternatives besides the ones proposed in the FEIS, that could give CSX a feasible alternative without putting residents at risk. A study would be appropriate, Harrington said, considering the DC Department of Transportation is currently operating under an interim director, soon to be replaced by a new administration in January. If that doesn’t happen, though, Harrington put forward a counteroffer: “If this project goes forward,” she said, “I hereby invite CSX CEO Michael Ward to live with me during the construction.”
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Pocket Park Controversy Ends
DDOT Reverses Characterization of Reservation 266 as ‘Public Parking’ by Andrew Lightman
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he DC Department of Transportation (DDOT) has “reconsidered its prior characterization of Reservation 266 as public parking,” DDOT Acting Director Matthew T. Brown stated in a June 11 letter to Advisory Neighborhood Commission 6A Chair Nick Alberti. A pocket park that comprised the western parcel of Reservation 266 had become the center of a community controversy after Joyce West and Mark Kadesh, owners of an adjacent home, had been granted a permit by DDOT to landscape a section immediately adjoining their property. Their attractive hedges and flower beds limited public egress to entrances located on Kadesh-West’s property and in the center of the parcel. When the permit was challenged by ANC 6A, the agency designated it ‘public parking.’
Public Parking and Pocket Parks The District of Columbia controls a multitude of scattered and small parcels of land known as “pocket parks.” Most are a result of the diagonal streets designed by Pierre L’Enfant. Others are artifacts of early streetcar routes. Many are federally owned. There are 1,132 such parcels in DC. Pocket parks and federal reservations are only one facet of the District’s special patrimony. For complex historical reasons (see Hill Rag, Aug. 2013, p. 36) the yards at the front and sometimes also the side of houses on Capitol Hill are owned by the city and are considered ‘parked land.’ The 19th century term ‘parking’ referred to a streetscape composed of narrowed right of way lined with a series of miniature parks fronting row houses. In effect, by designating a piece of land ‘public parking,’ the city retained title and control over the land while transferring the cost of maintenance to private property owners. Open fences and bushes, limited to
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three feet in height, are permitted to define the parked public spaces by municipal regulation. By general convention, residents of modern Capitol Hill consider these ‘public parks’ to be private front and side yards. Historically, US Reservations have not been ‘parked,’ but rather have been maintained as informal pocket parks such as Turtle Park at the convergence of Independence Ave. and North Carolina Ave. SE, north of Eastern Market. A number of US Reservations were transferred to the District with the advent of Home Rule in 1972; others during the administration of George W. Bush. The DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) assumed responsibility for some of these parcels. A few were assigned to DDOT for transportation purposes. The rationale for this division remains obscure. In the specific case of Reservation 266, the federal government retained the title of the land while transferring jurisdiction to the District in 1972. According official records, the section next to the Kadesh-West home falls under the purview of DDOT, which designated it as ‘public parking’ in 2013. With the public parking designation in place and the landscaping completed, Kadesh and West requested neighbors to respect the integrity of their plantings. Objecting to pedestrians crossing their flower beds, they installed cameras on the side of their house to surveil the parcel. They also filed court restraining orders against Alberti and another neighbor, who they alleged trampled their plantings by walking on the beds. The orders were both dismissed. Most recently, Kadesh and West requested a permit to fence in the land in a manner similar to other ‘public parking’ in front of Capitol Hill residences.
Reversing Course After designating its portion of Reservation 266 as public parking, DDOT has re-
Lovely plantings improved this space visually but some neighbors felt that the previously open space was at least psychologically restrictive. Photo: Andrew Lightman
versed course in its June letter to Alberti. The “various triangle parks under DDOT’s jurisdiction are integral elements of the L’Enfant Plan that should be maintained as parks and preserved as publicly accessible neighborhood amenities for the use and enjoyment of all,” wrote Brown in his June letter to Alberti. “I understand the ANC’s concern that DDOT’s previous classification of Reservation 266 as public parking in response to the adjacent property owners request to landscape and maintain the area, carries with it the implication that the adjacent property owners could have exclusive use of the park to the possible detriment of the surrounding community,” wrote Brown. “I want to assure you that this was not the intent of the classification,” Brown stated. In line with DDOT’s new Open Space Preservation and Enhancement Policy (http://www.anc6a.org/DDOTdepartOrderOpenSpacePolicy097956.pdf), Brown promised, henceforth, “all permit applications for improvements to triangle parks must not ‘change the real or implied function of the park as public open space.’” The new policy requires all such permits be forwarded to the appropriate ANC for review and comment prior to issuance. Furthermore, Brown promised to pursue a change to
Title 24 of the definition of public parking in the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations that would exclude all federal reservations from the District’s power to designate land as public parking in future. “DDOT is committed to working with the community and the adjacent property owners to modify the current landscaping to improve public access to Reservation 266, while providing the adjacent property owners the opportunity to beautify and maintain the green space immediately adjacent to their home,” Brown stated. Given Brown’s letter and DDOT’s new policy, West and Kadesh’s application for a fence now appears moot.
Community Reaction “ANC 6A is grateful that DDOT recognizes the merits of the community’s concerns and has committed to preserving public enjoyment of all the triangle parks under its jurisdiction. We are also encouraged that DDOT has committed to modification of the current landscaping to improve public access to the park, and to amending the DC Municipal Regulations to specifically exclude U.S. reservations from the definition of “public parking,” stated Alberti, welcoming DDOT’s decision. Christine Mullins, a 10 year Hill resident, walks through the park with her children on their way to Maury Elementary. Mullins stated in an email, “I am pleased DDOT has acknowledged that it made a mistake when it wrote a confusing letter that seemed to hand over the public pocket park at Tennessee and 13th Streets to Ms. West and Mr. Kadesh for their personal use. I hope DDOT works with them to make sure the public really knows they have a legal right to access this
pocket park.” Tom Hardy lives just around the corner, but grew up in a home on 13th St. NE opposite the green space. “I’m delighted because I know what that park was used for,” Hardy said of the reversal in DDOT’s position. “Kids on the block would play there. The park will be restored, and I think the community is stronger for it.” Kadesh reacted quite differently to DDOT’s decision. “It is ridiculous that we went to DDOT two years ago to ask if we could plant a garden in the area adjacent to our home which for the past twenty three years the District has told us we were required to maintain,” wrote Kadesh in response to the Hill Rag’s request for comment. “We submitted plans to DDOT that they approved and granted us permits. We planted the garden exactly as they permitted it at a significant cost to us. After months of internal deliberation, on Oct. 25, 2013, the head of DDOT reaffirmed in a letter that everything was done properly and the garden was appropriate. Now less than a year later they have reversed their position. To say that dealing with DDOT has been frustrating is an understatement.” David Holmes, a neighbor and former ANC 6A Chair, took a more wholistic view. “The District Department of Transportation will now protect the pocket or miniparks from conversion to private use. Beautification of the parks is great but converting them into private preserves was horribly bad policy,” said Holmes in response to this reporters query. “I’m expecting that public access to the pocket park at Tennessee and 13th will be provided by the provision of some gaps in the hedge. The plantings there are lovely and now we’ll all be able to enjoy them.” u
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NC 6A welcomed newly elected Commissioner Chris Ward who will replace David Holmes as commissioner of ANC 6A03. Ward, who has lived in the area for over 20 years and owns two greyhounds, said he is happy to be part of the ANC.
Trash troubles One resident raised concerns of a significant amount of trash on the street on Bladensburg Road between 18th and 19th St. NE. She suggested that the street be swept on a regular basis. In addition, Z Market, on the corner of 18th Street, does not clean up on nights and weekends, causing trash to pile up, plus there is a lot of loitering outside. The vacant lot adjacent to the store is also filled with trash. The resident has already alerted 3-1-1 and Chair Nick Alberti said that the issue would be looked into by the commissioner for that Single Member District (SMD). Commissioner Jay Williams noted in his SMD report that there are issues with illegal dumping in the alley between 10th and 11th St. NE. Commissioner Sondra Phillips-Gilbert brought up issues of dog waste, rat abatement and abandoned cars in her SMD report. She will request signs informing residents that it is the law to clean up after your dog.
Options Charter School academy building to close Josh Kern, the court-appointed receiver for Op-
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tions Charter School, announced that the Academy building, located on 15th St. NE, that currently houses 40 students will be closed this year, due to the program not being as effective as planned. Students currently enrolled in the Academy will be brought back into the main building. Options will have fewer students next year, perhaps 250 instead of the approximately 400 enrolled this year. Only 65 to 70 percent of the population has re-enrolled and the school is not aggressively marketing to new students. Kern said a smaller school and staff provides better quality programs. Fifty percent of students at Options have special needs at the highest level, Kern said. Several residents and commissioners raised issues with Options, including concerns about the transportation plan and monitoring student behavior while in the community. Many supported Kern’s suggestion that modifications be made to the landscaping and hardscaping surrounding the building. Some contended that the concrete structure framing the school property attracts people drinking after hours and that more garden space and better lighting is needed. There were also questions regarding the future of the old Academy building. Kern anticipates significant turnover of staff and leadership. Options has positions open for teachers, staff, administrators, and para-professionals. To apply or for more information, visit www.optionsschool.org.
Pepco Benning Road Power Plant demolition update Jim McNulty, a Pepco construction manager, gave an update on the demolition and removal of the
Benning Road power plant, which is no longer needed to service the city. The project will be done in four phases and is currently in the midst of phase two: demolishing the buildings and equipment. Over the next few months, hazardous material, such as asbestos, will be removed under the supervision of experts. Residents raised concerns about the amount of dust that is released during the implosions. McNulty said that conditions are up to safety standards and that the site is regularly visited by District Department of Environment officials.
Alcohol, Beverage and Licensing Committee motions In a 5-0-1 vote, commissioners approved a recommendation that the ANC formally protest the CT license application for Mythology & Lore, located
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ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSION 6A NICK ALBERTI, CHAIR, 202-329-1193 Serving the Near Northeast, North Lincoln Park, Rosedale, and Stanton Park communities ANC 6A generally meets the second Thursday of the month, at Miner Elementary School, 601 15th Street, NE.
www.anc6a.org Next ANC 6A meeting is 2nd Thursday, July 10 Alcohol Beverage Licensing Committee
3rd Tuesday, July 15, 7pm • Sherwood Recreation Center Corner of 10th & G Streets, NE • Chair, Jay Williams, 906-0657
Transportation & Public Space Committee
3rd Monday, July 21, 7pm • Maury Elementary School 13th Street & Constitution Ave NE Chair, Omar Mahmud, 546-1520
Economic Development & Zoning Committee
3rd Wednesday, July 16, 7pm • Sherwood Recreation Center Corner of 10th and G Streets, NE • Chair, Dan Golden, 641-5734
Community Outreach Committee
will not meet in July, next meeting August 18, 7pm Maury Elementary School • 13th Street & Constitution Ave NE Chair, Elizabeth Nelson, 543-3512
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at 816 H Street NE, unless a Settlement Agreement is submitted to the ANC prior to the protest date. The ABL committee also discussed the fact that the establishment is applying for a CT (tavern) license, rather than a CR (restaurant) license, which the ANC traditionally prefers, but did not consider a motion regarding the issue. Mythology & Lore’s owner, Todd Longo, was present at the meeting. He said that the establishment will have four floors, including an indoor/outdoor roof space and will be focused on serving food, not alcohol. Commissioners approved a recommendation in a 5-0-1 vote, that the ANC formally protest the Class C Multipurpose License application for Gallery O on H Street, located at 1354-1356 H St. NE, unless a Settlement Agreement is submitted to the ANC prior to the protest date. The license would allow the gallery to host events and serve alcohol at those events. The committee discussed the request by Little Miss Whiskey’s Golden Dollar, located at 1104 H St. NE, to extend its summer garden hours of operation to 3 a.m. or 4 a.m. on weekends, but did not consider a motion regarding the issue. Residents said that there were not any issues with the establishment. As a consequence of the stabbing incident last month, Twelve Restaurant and Lounge’s alcohol license has been suspended until hearings on alleged violations are concluded.
Transportation and Public Space Committee motions Commissioners voted unanimously to approve a recommendation that the ANC write a letter to the District Department of Transportation recommending that the agency look at the intersection of 13th St. and I St.
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NE, stating that the ANC would support the installation of stop signs.
Economic Development and Zoning motions In an unanimous vote, commissioners approved a recommendation that the ANC write a letter in support of the project at 1301 North Carolina Ave NE to the Historic Preservation Review Board (HPRB) on the condition that the applicant comply with the five requests stated in the letter from the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). The applicant is AT&T, which is installing cell phone antennae on top of the building, which is a church. The antennae will be concealed by an artificial chimney, also approved by SHPO. Commissioners voted unanimously to approve a recommendation that the ANC write a letter to the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA) recommending approval of a project at 1122 East Capitol St. NE, on the condition that the plans submitted with the BZA application do not deviate materially from the plans reviewed by the committee. The project includes taking down a porch on an existing structure and replacing it with a family room on the first floor and bedroom on the second floor. In a 4-0-1 vote, commissioners approved a recommendation that the ANC send a letter in support of the same project on East Capitol St. NE to HPRB on the condition that the applicant address the Capitol Hill Restoration Society’s (CHRS) concerns by using a darker color for the siding.
Other business Commissioner Phillips-Gilbert announced that the Pilgrim Community Outreach Summer Institute, located at 612 Rosedale St. NE, will have a summer camp from July 7 through August 15 for children in the community and surrounding areas. The regis-
tration fee is $25. There was a fire and explosion on June 3 on Isherwood St. NE, displacing many families. Information on making donations was posted on anc-6a@yahoogroups.com and other listservs. Chair Nick Alberti noted that Al’s Pizza, located on 14th and H Streets NE, has been illegally parking cars on the sidewalk, putting pedestrians in danger. The problem persists, despite notification of MPD. Alberti asked residents to be vigilant in that area until the issue is resolved. Alberti also reported that the proposed multi-unit development at 1511 A St. NE is on hold while DCRA reviews the plans. Commissioner Calvin Ward said that neighbors have been complaining of teenagers, not all from the neighborhood, hanging out on E Street between 18th and 19th Streets. He is also working on getting signs for his SMD warning residents to clean up after their dogs. ANC6A meets on the second Thursday of every month (except August) at Miner Elementary School. The 6A committees meet at 7 p.m. at the following dates: Alcohol Beverage and Licensing, third Wednesday Tuesday of every month at the Sherwood Recreation Center. Community Outreach, third Monday of each month, Maury Elementary School. Economic Development and Zoning, third Wednesday of each month, Sherwood Recreation Center. Transportation and Public Space, third Monday of every month, Maury Elementary School. u
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ANC 6B by Charnice A. Milton
DC Water Clean Rivers Project Jim Rezba of the DC Water and Sewer Authority gave a briefing on the DC Clean Rivers Project, a long-term plan to control combined sewer overflows (CSOs) into the Anacostia and Potomac Rivers, as well as Rock Creek. The plan involves implementing a series of construction projects, including the Anacostia River Tunnel and M Street Diversion Sewer, with a projected end date of 2025. The Anacostia River Tunnel project hopes to build a 12,500 foot long underground tunnel starting from RFK Stadium to the Poplar Point Juncture Shaft; this includes replacing the pumping station at Poplar Point. This project should be finished by November 2017. Although DC Water does not anticipate issues in ANC 6B (as the tunnel runs along the shore line), they suggested property owners in the area request participation in the pre-construction survey. Work is currently underway for the M Street Diversion Sewer; at the time of the meeting, the underground tunnel was completed, with ongoing work beginning at 12th and M Streets. They are also working at 9th and M Streets, with traffic shifting to the north side of M in mid-June. This project should be finished by November. During this time, DC Water will continue its outreach to surrounding ANCs, neighborhood organizations and other stakeholders.
11th Street Bridge In the second presentation of the night, Jon Whitney of the DC Department of Transportation’s (DDOT) Eleventh Street Bridge Project announced that the eastbound exit ramp on Southeast Freeway (I-695) to 11th Street will open on June 21. However, DDOT will also close the 11th Street ramp to I-395 (westbound Southeast Freeway) on the same day in order to rebuild a permanent ramp in the area. Traffic will reroute to I Street and Virginia Avenue to the Third Street entrance ramp. DDOT will also temporarily reopen the Southeast Freeway connection from 11th Street to Barney Circle to help alleviate traffic issues for Ward 7 residents. Whitney explained that with school and Congress out for the summer, there will be less traffic in the area, making it the best time complete the project. The ramp will reopen by August 23.
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Architect Ramy Ali presented an application to demolish most of the two-story building located at 1220 Potomac Avenue, retaining part of the front façade to secure the desired federal tax status. The applicant plans to build a three-story, five-unit condo building. However, with limited parking space, Ali hoped to close a curb cut on Potomac Avenue and create a new one on the Eye Street side of the property. However, it is likely that DDOT will not allow curb cuts on the property, forcing Ali to redesign the project and ask the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA) for parking relief. Since plans are still evolving, Commissioner Ivan Frishberg (6B02) stated that the Commission cannot make a decision due to a lack of information. Commissioner David Garrison (6B01) agreed, suggesting that Ali ask the Historic Preservation Review Board (HPRB) to delay his hearing. The Commission agreed, voting 9-0 to urge HPRB to postpone the hearing until all issues are addressed.
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1229 E Street Larry Quillian, owner of a “shotgun house” located on 1229 E Street, petitioned the Commission to support his application for a demolition concept. He said that the demolition would comply with a report from an engineer, stating that the building is too dangerous to remodel. However, Commissioner Francis Campbell (6B10) stated that in his 12 years as a commissioner, he has seen multiple cases involving this property, each time questioning why Quilian has not done anything to stabilize the structure. He and Commissioner Garrison called the situation “demolition by neglect.” “I think there are really two questions in play here,” said Commissioner Brian Pate. “One: is the building beyond repair...The second question is, ‘how do we treat demolition by neglect?’” He believes that the property is beyond repair, but new laws do not address cases in which the “demolition by neglect” is so severe that the property needs to be demolished. He suggested the Historic Preservation Office (HPO) make the final determination on whether this is a case of “demolition by neglect,” then place conditions on any approval on the raze concept. He later turned this suggestion into a motion supporting the raze concept with a second opinion from an independent HPO-approved engineer; the Commission agreed, voting 9-0.
The Commission voted 9-0 to support an application for a certificate of need for Envision Care Health Services, an in-home practitioner service. • After a lengthy discussion, the Commission voted 5-3-1 not to take a position on an applicant seeking an exception to a shed she built in her front yard, as the view is obscured by trees, the applicant received many letters of support, and HPRB does not have a precedent for this situation. • The Commission appointed John Neal as the 6B06 representative for the Alcoholic Beverage Committee with a vote of 9-0. • The Commission voted 9-0 to send a letter to Deputy Mayor for Education Abigail Smith giving feedback on the Student Assignment and School Boundary Review. • The Commission voted 9-0 to send a letter to the Holy Comforter-St. Cyprian Community Action Group (CAG) and the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) requesting additional information on how public funding was used for their renovation project and other CAG programs. • The Commission voted 8-0-1 to support the DC General Short-Term Playground Amendment Act of 2014. ANC 6B will hold its next meeting on July 8, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at the Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital (921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE). For more information, visit www.anc6b.org. u
ANC 6C by Damian Fagon
Exelon-Pepco Merger On April 30th, 2014, Exelon, a Chicago based Energy Company, and Pepco announced their merger. The new company possess a nearly contiguous service territory from DC through Maryland, Delaware and New Jersey, testified Marc Battle, Vice President of Pepco. In order for this merger to be approved, the Public Service Commission’s (PCS) in Maryland, DC, Delaware and New Jersey require that both energy companies demonstrate that there will be a direct benefit to the community.
The state commission filings, scheduled to be submitted June 16th, will initiate the proceedings for an approval process that will take approximately one year. Marc Battle stated consumers would see three benefits from the merger: Pepco/Exelon will establish a one hundred million dollar customer fund set to be divided between the PCS’s in the states under which the companies operate. 1. The DC PCS would receive approximately 14 million dollars to utilize for bill credits and loan assistance. 2. Pepco/Exelon will commit to enhancing reliability with the intention of meeting heightened benchmarks in relation to outages and overall service standards. 3. Pepco/Exelon will maintain current levels of corporate giving at a minimum of 5 million dollars per year for the next 10 years. Marc Battle welcomes public comment and can be contacted at MKBattle@pepco.com.
Third Street Tunnel Project Sean Cahill, Senior Vice President of Property Group Partners (PGP), gave an update on the Capital Crossing project. Capital Crossing is a multiphase development that is bordered by Massachusetts Ave. NW, E St. NE, Third St. and Second St. NE. Construction of Phase One involving the relocation of utilities has commenced and will take approximately 16-18 months. PGP has been working towards this project for over eight years and has appeared before the Commission on numerous occasions. Mr. Cahill noted that work
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On Monday, June 9th, the Head Librarian of the Northeast Library was struck by a speeding taxi at the intersection of Maryland, D and Seventh Streets NE. Witnesses reported that she was thrown 15 feet and arrived at the hospital with significant injuries. Charles Allen, the Democratic nominee for Ward 6’s council seat, was on the scene along with a former DC Fire Chief. The community is demanding that DC Department of Transportation (DDOT) move quickly on temporary safety improvements to protect pedestrians at the intersections of Maryland Ave. and Seventh St. NE and 10th and Maryland Ave., NE. DDOT has promised that the 7th and Maryland temporary safety measures will be completed by September. The 10th and Maryland measures will require a year. An attendee said that getting the city to put a permanent plan in place will require a great deal of advocacy with the new administration. Commissioner Scott Price (6C03) said he had asked DDOT to expedite temporary safety measures so that they are in place before school begins in August. In the letter, Com-
missioner Price expresses “extreme disappointment that nothing has happened in a year and that this accident was not only foreseeable but preventable.” The commissi on unanimously approved Commissioner Price’s motion to send the letter to DDOT requesting that temporary security measures be in place by the end of August.
Transportation Discussion The commission discussed DDOT’s “Move DC” draft plan. The agency is seeking public comment on this plan to develop a world class transportation system that supports neighborhood vitality, economic development and overall connectivity. McCann went on to state that despite the ambition of the plan, there was little to no information on funding. Goodman added that the financing and implementation aspects are often not included in plans such as Move DC and characterized the initiative as “an excellent plan that does a lot to enhance all modes of transportation.” Chair Karen Wirt (6C02) moved to add that any letter from the Commission responding to DDOT’s Move DC plan also include language requesting more time in the future to review documents such as this. The commission approved unanimously the motion to produce and send a letter of support for the plan to DDOT.
Heritage Foundation: Renewal of Parking Spaces Commissioner Mark Eckenwiler, Chair of the commission’s Planning, Zoning, and Environment Committee, introduced an application from the Heritage Foundation to allow for continued use of an accessory parking lot. The lot is an internal alley complex which is cross shaped made up
of four quadrants with the Heritage Foundation currently owning three of the four quadrants. The commission had supported the Heritage Foundation’s previous requests for relief in 1991, 1997 and 2004. Commissioner Eckenwiler noted that Heritage’s application did not merely seek zoning relief for the foundation alone, but also for overnight and weekend use by local residents. The vote by the Planning, Zoning and Environment Committee was 3 to 2 with one abstention in favor of the applicant for a full 10 year renewal. A local resident claiming to represent the immediate residents on Third St. NE expressed support for the Foundation’s continued use of the quadrants. An attendee objected citing an alleged conflict of interest given that ANC 6C holds monthly meetings at the Heritage Foundation at no cost. Wirt pointed out that there had been opposition to the Heritage Foundation’s planned development project on Third St. NE by the Commission. “The Commission was very divided and was not unanimous,” stated Wirt. The attendee asked the commissioners to “reflect on the fact that they are sitting in the Heritage Foundation, voting on Heritage Foundation matters.”
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Goodman announced that the Office of Planning has selected an application submitted by NOMA Bid, with assistance from Goodman, to construct “playable art sculptures” between L and M along the Metropolitan Branch Trail. The art structures will be designed for kids to play on and will be
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installed across the city. There will be upcoming meetings on the project which will include Parks Committee. • Commissioner Mark Kazmierczak (6C05) reported that Michios, a new restaurant being built at the corner of Fifth and H Streets NE, had their application for an alcohol license protested before the ABL committee. Kazmierczak is currently in negotiations over the settlement agreement and believes the ABL protest is in response to the restaurants request for an outdoor patio of 86 total tables which would remain open till 2 a.m. The parties are now working to cut this request back. ANC 6C meets every second Wednesday of the month at the Heritage Foundation located at 214 Massachusetts Ave. NE. Meeting start at 7 p.m. The next meeting will be held on July 9. u
ANC 6D by Roberta Weiner
Flexibility? Depends How You Look At It When Arthur Capper Houses was demolished with the promise of a new community to replace it, one of the most important principles of the development was that the low-income housing units would be replaced one for one. And for many years that worked—low income, workforce rate and market rate units are blended together in a working mixed income neighborhood. But now that mix appears to be threatened. The DC Housing Authority and its attorney came before the Commission to request a modification of its PUD requesting “flexibility” in distributing the remaining 270 low-income units. What has happened is that the Housing Authority has sold the square where one of two remaining buildings are to be built to William Smith, a developer that does an excellent job of constructing low-income housing. Included in the sale are 32 low-income housing units, which, for a 270unit building is a good ratio. However, that leaves more than 200 low-income units to put into one or two remaining buildings yet to be constructed. The response of the community--and the ANC: not good. According to Commissioner David Garber, in whose SMD the project will be built, his con-
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stituents moved to the neighborhood because it is a mixed income community, and find the mix exciting, and they are not interested in having a single low-income building because DCHA has to put their apartments somewhere. This is a problem that will not be easy to resolve, but the Commissioners were not yet ready to grant DCHA the “flexibility” to, according to Commissioner Andy Litsky, “radically change the whole concept of what is turning out to be a great community.” The Commission agreed to support the modification to the PUD that incorporated the William Smith building, but did not vote to support any further changes.
Wharf Construction Underway A presentation by Hoffman-Madison-Marquette, developers of the Wharf waterfront project definitively indicated—in case you’ve missed it travelling along Maine Avenue—that construction on the Wharf has begun. What’s new? • The closing of Water Street has begun, starting with the portion between and 9th and 7th Street SW, and will continue until 2017. However, southbound Maine Avenue will remain open, with localized closures as needed. • The Washington Channel will become narrower after completion of pile driving (and attendant noise) beginning in June, with construction barges adding to the mix. • The St. Augustine’s redevelopment is scheduled to begin in July and is expected to take about 20 months for construction of a new residential building and a new church facility.; at the construction will begin with an initial 4-6 weeks of utility relocation beginning in July., 6th Street and M Place SW will be closed to traffic. • Parking will still be available at the Fish Market. • There is now a Wharf Community Construction Committee. HMW, in partnership with the ANC has formed the group that meets monthly with Clark Construction.
Southwest Historic Preservation Efforts Continue 301 G Street SW Continuing its efforts to mark the riches of Southwest’s notable mid-century architecture, SWNA requested support for its application to grant historic
designation to Capitol Park Tower, 301 G Street SW. The building was designed in 1952 by noted Washington architect Clothiel Woodward, one of few women known for making major contributions to Washington’s mid-century downtown skyline. The building is also well known for its landscaped alee that helps create a serene corner of Southwest. There was enthusiastic support for the project, a continuation of SWNA’s ongoing successful efforts with Tiber Island and other buildings, and the Commission expressed its unanimous support for the designation.
Randall Rec Center The Randall Recreation Center at South Capitol and I Streets SW is also on the radar for historic designation. The small, charming early20th Century (1912) red brick building has been repurposed as a community center with art, exercise and other classes, renewing the building’s utility in a park-like setting that also fronts on the Randall Rec Center pool, playing fields—and the site of the new museum/apartment development that will soon be built there. The building has an interesting history: it was originally built as an animal pound, DC’s second— home not only to stray dogs, but horses, hens and donkeys., and according to an ANC resolution, ‘was associated with the development of important health and safety programs and the relationship of humans and animal pets.” Hayden Wetzel of the DC Preservation League and Kael Anderson of SWNA presented the history of the Arts and Craftsstyle building which, according to Wetzel, is still in its original condition and is a “wonderful souvenir” of an early time in the Southwest community. The Commission voted unanimously to write a letter to the Historic Preservation Commission in support of the historic designation.
Support for Grant to Study Mid-Century Churches Finally, the Commission agreed unanimously to write a letter to the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities in support of a $5000 grant to SWNA and the DC Preservation League to study the rich .history of the many mid-century churches in Southwest.
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the vast water tunnel project that will bring clean water and new overflow tunnels from RFK Stadium to the Blue Plains treatment plant. A major component of the project will be the main pumping station diversion chambers which will be built at the location of the Beaux Arts building that is a significant Southeast landmark. The new structures will be constructed on Tingey Street, with promises that there will be no interference with baseball games. Most of the construction will be below grade, with the construction lasting from September 2014 and July 2017. More to come… Voted unanimously to send a letter to the City Council saying that the Commission would not be testifying at a hearing of the Committee of the Whole on the Buzzard Point Soccer Stadium because—yes, the ANC still has not been consulted by the City about its plans for the project. Agreed unanimously to support a historic preservation concept design for a new Museum of the Bible that will be built at 4th and E Streets SW, at a location at the Federal Center Metro stop. The building will house a study center as well as a museum, and is not religiously based. Had a colloquy with a representative of the Shakespeare Theatre, which has applied for a raze permit to demolish the Southeastern University building it is contemplating purchasing to consolidate its various rehearsal facilities, construction studios and actors’ residences. Commissioners were concerned that the theatre intended to raze the building before decisions were made about what would happen with the site itself--another con-
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The next meeting of ANC 6D will be held on Monday, July 14, at 7 PM, at 100 4th Street SW, 2nd Floor Conference Room.
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Market Growth Reg Godin, Director of Markets and Programs for Fresh Farm Markets, spoke at the June ANC 6E meeting and asked the board to support a permit to operate a new farmers market every Saturday at the northeast corner of K St. and Fifth St. NW. The non-profit organization started the Dupont Circle Farmers Market in 1997 and is now looking to bring a
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fresh produce stand to the Mt. Vernon Triangle area. “The public space will be approximately 2,000-square-feet and will feature five produce tents. Other parts of the designated area will be used for kids’ activities, un-amplified music and programs to educate shoppers on how to use seasonal products in their home kitchens,” said Godin. The board motioned support for a permit letter to allow Fresh Farm Markets to operate on weekends at the aforementioned location.
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Lee Jackson spoke on behalf of the property owners of 440 K St. NW who have chosen Grand Cata, LLC to occupy their unit. Grand Cata will not be just be considered a liquor store but rather a wine and spirits boutique with tasting rooms to meet the needs of other functions. “After a couple of years of marketing, we were very selective about who we chose to lease this space and we think Grand Cata will be a great addition to the neighborhood,” said Jackson. Grand Cata plans on working closely with embassies and the community for events and classes. The store will also showcase Latin heritage ultimately through wine and food in hopes of becoming a destination for the DC Latin Community. There were a few on the board that didn’t support a Class A Beverage Sales Permit for Grand Cata due to several other liquor stores being in such a close proximity. “I feel that we are being over-saturated with them and there are a lot of other things that could go into the neighborhood than another liquor store. I would however support a wine only license,” said ANC 6E 05 Commissioner Marge Maceda. “It’s a different concept that I certainly think will bring panache and a little different flair to Mt. Vernon Triangle,” said ANC 6E01 Chairman Alexander Padro. The board proposed a vote to support a stipulated alcohol license that resulted in a three-to-three deadlock so it was not able to give a formal position on the application to the ABC Board. If a license is approved by the ABC Board, Grand Cata could open early next fall.
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Class C Alcohol license. Capitol Fringe is a non profit organization that showcases performing arts throughout the DC region and will have to have permission from the DC Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA) to obtain such a license. “This year we will put on roughly 150 productions in 20 different venues throughout the city which could gross around 40,000 people in attendance,” said Capitol Fringe CEO Julianne Brienza. The location of the festival will be held on a lot located at 607 New York Ave. NW. The board supported the license request and will communicate their support to ABRA.
After Midnight A representative from the Chaplin Cocktail Bar located on 1501 Ninth St. NW appeared before the board to request a Change in Hours for ABC Retailer’s Class C License. The new bar will open in July and occupies the same location as the Mandalay Restaurant which recently closed. The Chaplin representative is hoping to get a closing hour extension and thinks the O St. Market development, new hotels, the Convention Center along with the residential and retail crowds will bring a greater demand for late night service including take out delivery. “After doing a market analysis there are not many restaurants in the area staying open late that can cater to the demand,” said the Chaplin Representative. The representative said that the patio would only stay open until around midnight to alleviate any noise concerns from the neighborhood. The inside of the restaurant would remain open until last call which would be 1:30 a.m. during the week and 2:30 a.m. on the weekend with the kitchen closing an hour beforehand. Currently the patio seats 55 people but the restaurant is aiming at seating 68 in the near future. “We haven’t applied for a Live Entertainment License but may do so in the future which would feature jazz type music to compliment the theme of the restaurant,” said the Chaplin Representative. The board voted in support of extending the operating hours and in support of a Public Space Permit to allow outdoor seating.
Zoning Relief Granted The board supported zoning relief for two lots
located at 302 and 304 M St. NW. The 304 lot is currently vacant and plans are in the works to build a single family home which use to exist on the lot before it was demolished. A rear addition is planned for an existing single family home on the 302 property. “They did a very good job of outreach and the neighborhood is well informed,” said ANC 6E04 Chairwoman Rachelle Nigro. The board also voted in support for minor modifications to be performed on a residential unit development located at 1500 Seventh St. NW. The modification will place four parapets around the top pool deck which will mimic the lower exterior facade of the building and increase breeze and the view for pool side residents. The Jefferson Apartment Group, who is responsible for the modifications, earmarked $22,500 out of their budget for the Friends of the Community Playground which is located on the adjacent property of the project. “We thought that this was a logical contribution that will assist with after school youth activities,” said Greg Van Wie of the Jefferson Apartment Group.
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The board supported a Historic Preservation Approval Extension for a property located on 924 Fifth St. NW. Upgraded plans include a different facade. • ANC 6E will meet again at 6:30 p.m. on July 1 at the Northwest One Library, located at 155 L St. NW. Visit www.anc6e.org to view the ANC 6E newsletter. Follow on Twitter, @ANC6E, and on Facebook by searching ANC6E. u
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May EMCAC Report
Eastern Market Community Advisory Committee Report for May by Charnice A. Milton Increased Security
Application Advisory Review
Barry Margeson, Market Manager, discussed the need for increased security, especially now that Eastern Market is entering its busiest season. The weekend of May 24 saw a cell phone theft and other minor incidents (including aggressive panhandling and shoplifting) that, according to Margeson, “took up a lot of time for the officers on duty.” Currently, the Protective Service Division (PSD) assigns at most two officers to the Market, though there are plans to increase this number next year. Currently more officers are in the area due to three knife attacks and robberies that took place in May. Both Ivan Frishberg (ANC 6B Representative) and Erika Rubel (Non-food Vender Representative) reported their and other shopkeepers’ disappointment that some on-duty PSD officers fail to respond if called for help. Margeson discussed possible solutions, including plans to end their arrangement with PSD and put out a bid for contractors to hire more officers. “One of the key things about this will be that whereas, right now we have about eight people who rotate through the shift, we’ll have three more people who are out here on a very regular basis who everybody gets to know,” he said. The group also discussed positioning PSD officers on both sides of the Market in order to improve their visibility.
Anita Jefferson, chair of the Application Advisory Review Committee, began her report with a reminder that the Committee is looking for potential vendors willing to work year-round; as some applicants thought they could work once or twice a month. She stated that they received more applications for prepared food vendors than usual; out of the eight total applications, six vendors are under consideration, including a juicer and another that serves Asian rolls. Jefferson also noted that some applicants sell duplicate or similar products; for instance, two potential vendors wanted to sell ice cream they make on-site, while another wants to sell gelato; this becomes a challenge as the Committee needs to maintain variety in the Market. Jefferson also stated that they were looking for more farmers for Fresh Tuesdays. Afterward, the discussion turned to the application process itself, which includes a 0-1 point system; each vendor is awarded a point based on the Committee’s preference. Then, the committee member would provide an explanation of his or her score. While there are concerns about keeping a full market, one audience member called the process thorough but labor-intensive. However, Jefferson saids that they need to put in the extra effort in order to ensure quality products. Also, Rubel stated that while the application process has improved, the Market has a reputation of being the most difficult to work with; she suggested a better scheduling process and outreach to potential vendors.
Noise Complaint In April, the Market received a noise complaint about an event in the North Hall. As a result, Margeson announced proposed changes to the rental permit. For instance, events in the North Hall must end by midnight and everyone must be out by 1:00 a.m. Also, the event planner and musicians must sign the permit, showing that all parties understand the conditions. The Market is waiting for General Council to comment on the permit changes’ legal sufficiency.
Parking Margeson also discussed changes to the current parking program wherein trailers and box trucks are permitted to park closer to the Market, while pickup trucks and SUVs must park farther away. However, the Market will no longer hold spaces for trucks and trailers. So far, according to Margeson, this change in permitted parking has received a positive response. EMCAC Chair Donna Scheeder also highlighted the need for enforced parking rules at the back of the market. Recently she was pressed into service to clear up a traffic jam while the two PSD officers were busy dealing with thefts.
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Other News • Fresh Tuesday has a new farmer: Michael Stauffer of St. Mary’s County, Md., who sells planted flowers. The Application Advisory Review Committee is currently reviewing his application. • Margeson requested to meet with the Historic Preservation Review Board regarding the John Harrod Plaque. • The Tenant’s Council and the DC Department of Transportation (DDOT) discussed the possibility of providing public space permits for vendors. More information will be available soon. • Eastern Market and its events has been mentioned in the Washingtonian food issue (April), the New York Times, and the Kansas City Paper (both in May). The Eastern Market Community Advisory Committee (EMCAC) will hold its next meeting on June 25 at 7 p.m. in the Market’s North Hall. For more information visit www.easternmarket-dc.org. u
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live on a homey street in the Brightwood neighborhood. The house next door to mine is being renovated. When I take a walk around my block I see many homes being renovated. Over the last several years I’ve seen the elderly on my block disappear. They depart without even a funeral procession; they no longer cut the grass or plant the flowers – they are just gone. The old folks become ghosts as if to haunt me with their beckoning. How long before I join them? Last month I watched several Latino workers build a fence around the house next door. My wife said it was a “privacy” fence. I’ve noticed they’ve become quite popular around the city. Each night when I stare at the new fence which now resembles a wall, a bit of tomfoolery enters my mind. Should I paint my side of the fence red, black and green, and call myself Garvey or Basquiat? July is the time of year when one should not think of citizenship or country in the abstract. What is the 4th of July to me? I no longer wear my hair like Frederick Douglass, still the question begs an answer. What does it mean to be American? What should I expect and what should I never take for granted? I don’t think my father or mother ever stopped to ponder this question. I saw them as good people with small dreams. My father when he was about my age wanted a guitar. He used some money he saved to purchase one. The guitar sat on a stand in our living room. My father would polish it regularly; he never learned how to play. I don’t think my father ever voted either. He could, but he didn’t. I wonder why? Politics was perhaps the wrong music, maybe a chord too difficult to master. I look out my window at the new fence.
Who will it protect me from? Who will be on the other ide? I can safely bet my new neighbors won’t look like me. Even if they did, something manmade would separate us. The fence is about five feet high. If it was a blanket it would be enough to cover a woman’s breasts after lovemaking, as if this was all a movie made in the 1950s. I’m not Robert Frost, so there is no poem inside me fishing for emotions that desire not to be caught. Maybe I should place a flag outside my door like a sentry or even an omen. I could send a signal to any new neighbor that the British have left and so have the elderly and the Coloreds. July is a month during which the fireworks explode and reveal majestic beauty. The streets in neighborhoods come alive with color. One no longer stares at fences, but instead the sky which embraces us all. Our city is fast becoming a different DC. We are writing a new American Journal, aware that our voices still search for a new vocabulary. We cannot permit the sadness and violence in the world to hold us back. At times a fence seems so out of date, as if we were animals needing cages. A home should be inviting and not a compound as if we feared the outsider or the other. There are nights while I sleep when the ghosts of my ancestors slip across the borders to visit the living. They laugh at the fences built to keep them out. They died loving America. What do we live for today? Bio Note: E. Ethelbert Miller is a literary activist. He is the author of two memoirs and several collections of poems. Mr. Miller is the director of the African American Resource Center at Howard University. u
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St. Paul AUMP Church Celebrates 90 Years of Neighborhood Continuity
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building. The cornerstone for this modestly-scaled, Gothic Revival brick structure was laid on May 11, 1924, and its working class African-American congregation constructed the church. The area was closely aligned economically with the Washington Navy Yard, the city’s largest industrial employer through World War II. In the 1940’s, the church witnessed the construction of the Carrollsburg housing project. A decade later, the Capper housing development was built in the same neighborhood. In the 1960’s the interstate highway overpass known as the Southeast Freeway was built. This controversial infrastructure project created a physical divide separatThe church at the corner of 4th and I Streets, SE. ing the Capitol Hill community; dozens of homes were razed to make way for it ident. Sherman Mills and Melvin Mills, two of Pastor but the church remained. Karen Mills’ brothers, spoke about their years living in A dozen years ago, St. Paul found itself once more the 1000 block of Third Street and coming to St. Paul surrounded by major redevelopment as the Capperfor weekly Sunday services. Melvin Mills reminisced, Carrollsburg housing was razed to make room for mixed ”We grew up in this church, sitting in the back with all income townhouses under the federal Hope VI prothe other children. We came as a family and we got our gram. Low-income, workforce and market rate homes values in this church. Those values shaped who we bePast in Capitol Quarter as well as the Arthur Capper Senior came and who we are today.” Romolus C. Archer, who became the secBuilding are just the beginning of this Hope VI redevelSherman Mills also recalled memories of growond African American licensed architect opment, with a community center and additional housing up in the neighborhood, and the role the church in Washington, DC, designed the church ing imminent for the neighborhood. played in his family as well as in the lives of his friends and neighbors. “This church was the centerpiece of the community.” Present Congressman G.K. Butterfield (NC-01), Chief After waves of change, St. Paul Deputy Whip of the Democratic Caucus and 1st Vice AUMP Church remains one of the Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus joined in few surviving buildings from the prethe celebration. This eastern North Carolina lawmakdominantly African-American comer represents an area of the state from which ancestors munity that developed in the area of many congregants hail. Rep. Butterfield, a lifelong between Capitol Hill and the Navy champion of low-income and middle class Americans, Yard. Pastor Mills demonstrated her recognized the attendees for their fortitude, faith and leadership by securing the church a legacy, and expressed optimism for St. Paul’s continued place on the National Register of Hisplace of importance in the community. toric Places. The tenor of the event took a somber turn as conAt the anniversary celebration, gregants and guests remembered Pastor Mills, who died the patience, strength and characParishioners at the 90th anniversary of worship in the church. Phoin February of this year. Her love of God and family, and ter of the church community was ev-
ver the past decade, significant change has characterized the area south of the freeway on Capitol Hill where new buildings, parks and restaurants seem to open up each week. Yet despite the transformation the area has at least one undeniable sign of continuity__ the St. Paul African Union Methodist Protestant Church, which is celebrating its 90th year at the corner of 4th and Eye Streets SE. On June 22, 2014, former and current area residents, clergy, elected officials and community leaders gathered to commemorate this historic building, remember its late Pastor Karen T. Mills, and kick-off the building renovation fund. The church’s deep and lasting connection to the neighborhood was evident. Several generations and dozens of attendees shared memories of and stories about their St. Paul experience and the neighborhood generally, their love and admiration for Pastor Mills, and their hope for a vibrant future.
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her commitment to the church was clearly on the minds of so many in attendance. Ward 6 Council Member Tommy Wells presented Pastor Mills’ mother, the Reverend Willie Mae Footman, with a Council Resolution honoring Pastor Mills and her commitment to the church and the community. He fondly recalled his interactions with this smart, tough and spiritual woman. Friends of all ages and backgrounds stood to share heartfelt stories about Pastor Mills and her selfless acts of giving to friends and strangers alike, her energy and commitment to her family and faith, and her dream to see the St. Paul building restored.
Future Pastor Mills often referred to St. Paul as “the little church that could.” She dreamed of seeing it protected and restored. After securing its historic status, she began to focus on a plan to renovate the building. Everyone attending the celebration is committed to fulfilling Pastor Mills dream and ensuring a bright and vibrant future for this neighborhood centerpiece, as both a place of worship as well as a community centerpiece and gathering space. St. Paul is embarking on a capital campaign to support the significant work this historic building needs to thrive. Events will be held, grants will be written, and donations will be solicited, and the “little church that could” will demonstrate that it can. For more information, contact stpaulaump@gmail.com. Bruce DarConte is co-founder and vice chair of Near-Southeast Community Partners. nscpfoundation@gmail.com u
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South by West by William Rich How a New Southwest Branch Library May Look The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) and the Office of Planning are pushing for a plan to include a new Southwest Branch Library as a component of a mixed-use building on a 4th Street, SW parcel the city owns at Waterfront Station. As a part of the agreement made with Waterfront Associates when the former Waterside Mall at 4th and M streets, SW was demolished and redeveloped, the city (formerly the National Capital Revitalization Corporation) would retain the NE parcel for future development as a mixed-use building with ground floor retail and residential units above, a percentage set aside as affordable housing. Marc Bleyer from DMPED is now the point man for disposition of the District-owned NE parcel and is looking to release a Request for Proposals (RFP) soon; however, he needs to determine first whether space for a new library should be included in the planned mixed-use building. DMPED has engaged CORE Architects to come up with some concepts for what is possible for a library that is contained within a mixed-use building, as well as how a standalone library at Wesley Place, SW would look. These concepts will
be developed over the next six weeks and presented to the community to gauge support for either option. The city has been building several new or substantially renovated libraries recently – mostly as standalone buildings; however, a library in a mixed-use building is planned in the West End and there are plans to put a non-library addition in the flagship Martin Luther King, Jr. library downtown. Some of the new, standalone library branches built in the city recent years include those in Bellevue, Anacostia, and Deanwood, while other branches that are architecturally significant have been substantially renovated, such as those in Petworth, Georgetown, and Northeast.
Community Reaction At a recent meeting with community leaders, most of the attendees expressed their preference for a standalone library for several reasons. A concern shared by many was that a library on 4th Street, SW would take away street-level retail space from potential retailers. Melissa Bird from the Office of Planning pointed out that the 4th Street, SW retail corridor has struggled to sign tenants and a library would enliven the street, potentially attracting more tenants. Also, the library could be placed on the second floor, reducing the space it would take away on the ground level. Some were concerned that children would not feel welcome if the library was on 4th Street, SW because of how some businesses along the street have become inhospitable to minors in their
efforts to curb shoplifting. It was felt that children need a place to let off some steam and the library park serves that purpose – no such space would exist on 4th Street, SW. Related to the library park, another concern was there would be lost synergy between the planned playground at the park and the library if it moved to 4th Street, SW. Others were concerned that a standalone library at the current site would be overwhelmed by high-rise buildings surrounding it on three sides – the NE parcel at Waterfront Station to the west, a new building planned at Town Center East to the south, and the redevelopment of Greenleaf to the east. Along that line of reasoning, officials from the District Public Library system prefer to move to 4th Street, SW in order to increase visibility and usage of the library. Meanwhile, a majority of respondents to a recent Southwest…The Little Quadrant That Could unscientific poll preferred a mixed-use library on 4th Street, SW. Fifty-two percent of respondents preferred a library on 4th Street, SW, compared to 35% of those who preferred a standalone library. The remaining 12% were unsure.
Funding Issues Currently, funding for a new Southwest branch library is tied to the sale of city-owned land. That does not necessarily mean that the land to be sold must be the current library site, but it is implied. There are other city-owned sites around the community that could be sold to fund a new Southwest branch library, including the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) inspection station, DMV office, and the fire truck repair facility at Half and M streets, SW. Ward 6 Council Member Tommy Wells has stated that the DC Council could find a way to fund the new library in future budgets without the need to sell District land.
Next Steps ABOVE: The current Southwest Branch Library at Wesley Place, SW was built in the 1960s and its interior received a mini-makeover in 2012. Photo: William Rich RIGHT: The library park adjacent to the Southwest Branch Library, planned as playground, will remain whether the library stays at its current location or it moves to 4th Street, SW. Photo: William Rich
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If the current library site is sold, under current zoning, a building up to six stories tall could be built in its place if the owner goes through the Planned Unit Development (PUD) process. Proposed changes to the zoning code would allow for a similar amount of
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H Street Life
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ccording to the calendar, we have already reached the peak of summer with the solstice on June 21st. But while things may be all downhill astronomically, there is still plenty of summer fun to be had in the greater H Street NE area.
Frenchie’s Pastries at Maketto Are you a devotee of the fantastic croissants and pastries available at the H Street NE FRESH-
by Elise Bernard Circus at the O Brings a Little Bit of the Big Top to H Street NE Those who still pine for the weirdness of the Palace of Wonders should take note of a new event happening in the courtyard of Gallery O on H (1354 H Street NE, http://www.galleryoonh. com). Circus at the O has ties to the original Palace, but also represents a collaboration with other folks along the H Street Corridor. Circus at the O will present three different shows, the first of which ran in early June. Cirque du Rouge (416
time online). All patrons must be 21 years of age or over.
Angelika Pop-Up Local fans of independent film have much reason to rejoice these days. Recently news came that an Angelika Film Center (http://www.angelikafilmcenter.com) would open in the larger Florida Avenue Market that is home to Union Market (1309 5th Street NE). The Angelika will show a wide variety of art house and independent films. The only downside is waiting until 2015 for the multi-screen theater to open. The recently born Angelika Pop-Up (550 Penn Street NE, Unit E, http://angelikapopup. com) has resolved this issue. Though considerably smaller than the permanent Angelika Film Center that will eventually replace it, the Pop-Up has its own charms, and instant gratification is only one of them. The Pop-Up has three screens, a nice little lounge area, and some very unusual concession offering. Think artisan sodas, crunch raw kale treats, micro brews, and even champagne. The theater offers open caption screenings of some films, and closed caption options on others. They also have assisted listening devices and audio description headsets available. Adult tickets are generally $10.50-$11 ($8 for seniors and children), but the Pop-Up offers plenty of discounts. Parents of very young children will appreciate the
The Angelika Pop-Up brings art film to the Florida Market
FARM Market? If so, you’ll be thrilled to know that Frenchie’s (http://www.frenchiesdc.com) baked goods will be available at Maketto (1351 H Street NE, once the much-anticipated market opens. For those unfamiliar with Maketto, it’s a combination coffee house, retail clothing shop, restaurant, and prepared food counter. It should open in the coming months.
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H Street NE, http://www.cirquedurouge.com) and Gallery O are two of the partners behind the June show that featured a contortionist, sideshow antics, burlesque performances, and a gallery filled with circus themed art. Catch the Circus two more times this summer and fall (7/12 and 9/6). Tickets for the last one were $20 (slightly cheaper if purchased ahead of
The sundaes at Dolcezza offer a welcome escape
Trinidad’s Garden Tour offers many delights
$6 (children under 5 admitted free) cry baby matinee every Wednesday at noon. The volume at these screenings is intentionally kept low to reduce naptime interruptions, and the theater provides a changing table. Be sure to hold onto your ticket stub, as some Union Market vendors, and neighboring Dolcezza Gelato (550 Penn Street NE, http://dolcezzagelato. com), offer same-day discounts to theatergoers.
Dolcezza Gelato Factory Offers an Icy Weapon Against the Summer Blues Dolcezza Gelato is delicious anytime, but especially so on a hot day. I stopped by one recent Sunday to sample one of their rotating menu sundaes and left quite impressed. The varieties of gelato and sorbetto rotate as well, but there is always something new to strike your fancy. Find one you like? Check the freezer for a pint to take home.
The Pursuit Wine Bar Offers Fine Wines and Grilled Cheese When Sova closed its doors in February of 2013, it left a gap in the H Street NE Corridor scene. There were plenty of nice places to enjoy a glass of wine, but no wine bars per se. The Pursuit (1421 H Street NE, http://www. thepursuitwinebar.com/) aims to fill that void. With more than 50 wines available by the glass
they appear well equipped to handle the task. The bar also does cocktails and boasts an impressive build-your-own grilled cheese menu.
H Street Organic Market Opens Its Doors The eagerly awaited H Street Organic Market has finally opened its doors. Its produce section is extensive, with a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. Those with dietary restrictions will be delighted by the array of lactose- and gluten-free options, particularly in the prepared frozen foods sections. A coffee bar will be up and running shortly and will feature brews from local purveyor Swing’s Coffee.
Annual Trinidad Garden Tour Draws a Crowd The popular yearly Trinidad Garden Tour offers residents and friends of the Trinidad neighborhood a chance to view local gardens, get advice on their own gardens, and socialize with like-minded friendly folks. It’s always a good time and an event I make sure never to miss. If you didn’t make it this year, be sure to mark it on your calendar early for next year. For more on what’s abuzz on, and around, H Street NE, you can visit my blog http://frozentropics.blogspot.com. You can send me tips or questions at elise.bernard@gmail.com. u
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Parades, Re-Enactments and New Businesses
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by Sharon Bosworth
ecently a lease was signed on 705 8th St SE (formerly Hello Cupcake) for a new business that will further add to the growing excitement of the 700 block of Barracks Row. This long block of shops and restaurants facing Marine Barracks Washington is now home to many businesses including Rose’s Luxury, 717 8th St, SE, the toast of the DC restaurant scene, Spring Mill Bread, 701 8 St SE, the neighborhood’s beloved organic bakery and sandwich shop as well as Café Kimche, 751 8th St, SE, serving authentic Korean cuisine. Then there are two newcomers about to open: the Row’s first tea house, Capital Teas, 731 8th St, SE, and District Doughnut, 749, 8th St, SE the much anticipated retro doughnut and coffee bar. The new operation planned at 705 is fresh from the inventive group at The Sweet Lobby, 404 8th St, SE, led by Food Network winner, Winnette Macintosh. Here is the description released yesterday by the owners: “Introducing: Souk! A contemporary spice market and boulangerie, combined with global chic retail.” Translation: in the spirit of souks, the outdoor markets found all over the Middle East, this new Barracks Row shop will sell a broad selection of items. By selling fresh spices Souk will provide a badly needed alternative to the prepackaged grocery store variety (applause). Then we arrive at the word boulangerie. European bakers have traditionally divided themselves into bread makers whose shops are boulangeries and those dedicated to creating baked sweets whose shops are patisseries. In villages the line is still maintained between the baking arts but, increas-
ingly in big cities, it is becoming harder and harder, judging by what’s on the shelves, to know which type of bakeshop you are in. And, of course, the addition of a café to either type of bakeshop further adds to the hair-splitting dynamic. Combine a souk and a boulangerie and what do you have? Perhaps it will be a scrumptious assortment of many baked goods along with other foods to take out or eat in plus a selection of unusual items to purchase from around the world? We will not have to wait long to see the roll out. Construction is now underway and a fall opening is planned.
DDOT Grants Fund Row Improvements
Celebrate 4th of July on Barracks Row
Site Plan of proposed changes to Eastern Market Metro Plaza
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Conditions along the entire 8th Street corridor will soon be improving. The District Department of Transportation just awarded a grant to Barracks Row Main Street for streetscape maintenance. Though the exact timing on the DDOT maintenance work is still unknown, the repairs are now funded and will address the many broken pavers, missing bricks and sinkholes created by the unusual winter last year. A second DDOT Grant was also awarded to replace the historic tree surrounds removed but never re-installed after the District completed the Barracks Row streetscape in 2004. The reconstruction project that spearheaded the revival of our commercial corridor consisted of new trees, new lamp posts and new brick sidewalks. However, with-
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Barracks Row 4th of July Parade The Barracks Row 4th of July Parade falls on a Friday this year. With the Nationals in town over the Fourth weekend to play two back-toback series, first with Chicago then with Baltimore, 8th Street will be a local celebration hub through Tuesday, June 9th. Contact Phil Guire (pguire@cbmove.com) for more information on the parade. And it won’t be long until there is another patriotic celebration along the Row. In August, the Navy Yard at 8th and M St, SE, is planning to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the burning of that facility-- a tactical maneuver that prevented the well-stocked Yard from falling into British hands during the War of 1812. The original fire was quite a show and the Navy plans the 2014 re-enactment to be equally dramatic. See more in August column.
Eastern Market Metro Park On the Pennsylvania Avenue end of Barracks Row, there is further progress in the design of proposed improvements to the Eastern Market Metro Plaza/Park, the six parcels of publically owned land on both sides of Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, between 7th and 9th Streets, SE. In the plan drawn in 1791 by Pierre L’Enfant, these parcels were united into one park (similar to Lincoln Park or Stanton Park) but over the years, the park was subdivided again and again, the impact of both automobiles and mass transit. The result is that the six segments are now orphaned, underutilized elements creating a message of urban neglect in the blocks leading to the US Capitol. Since the summer of 2013, a task force of citizens representing many groups and organizations on Capitol Hill has been meeting with a design team lead by architect Amy Weinstein, of Esocoff and Associates and landscape architect Lisa Delplace, president of Oehme von Sweden, 536 8th St, SE, to develop a plan to improve those six parcels. Public meetings
have been held regularly over the past year to keep everyone on Capitol Hill informed. At the June 16th meeting of the Task Force, the design team presented a final design concept for the project. In the northeast parcel, Parcel 1 the design team is proposing a playground with separate areas for children two to five and children five to twelve. There is also seating, a water feature, as well as a realigned pedestrian path on the South Carolina Avenue axis. For Parcels 2 and 5, the median strips between 7th and 8th and 8th and 9th respectively, the team is proposing landscaped bio-swales. These bio-swales are designed to capture storm water runoff that otherwise would flow into the combined sewer system and ultimately into the Anacostia River.
Southeast Library Improvements Considered In Parcel 4, which includes the Eastern Market Station the design team is proposing a hybrid solution that incorporates elements from two design concepts presented to the community in December. Along the D Street, SE, edge, the design team proposes a tree bosque with movable tables and chairs. A water feature composed of water jets would be located immediately to the north of the bosque. The design also proposes relocating the Capitol Bike Share facility and bike racks to the northwest edge of Parcel 4 behind the Metro Station. A second focal point for Parcel 4 entails a proposed expansion the Southeast Library. The iconic library building is landlocked and cannot be easily expanded. The South East Library is the second busiest library in the city and one of the smallest. Solutions proposed include a subterranean library expansion and the creation of a new entrance to the library on the Metro Plaza. The final plans and preliminary cost estimates were presented by the design team to the Capitol Hill community at community meetings on June 21 and June 23. For detailed illustrations and a full report on the Eastern Market Metro Park go to www.easternmarketmetropark.org. It’s all laid out there including detailed cost estimates of everything described above. u
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Celebrate Summer in the Capitol Riverfront
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apitol Riverfront is alive with numerous activities in our parks and open spaces. Our Friday night concert series in Yards Park has been experiencing record crowds, averaging over 1,500 attendees, and the Tour de Fat festival on Saturday, June 7 attracted over 8,000 visitors to the park. The Friday night concerts occur every Friday night (except holidays) through September 12th from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Our Thursday night outdoor movie series has also started “showtime” in Canal Park. The movies run through September 4th in Canal Park and begin at sundown – approximately 8:40 p.m. So grab your blanket and a picnic and come expe-
by Michael Stevens, AICP rience movies and music in the outdoors. Exercise classes are happening eight times a week in the Yards Park and VIDA is one of the major sponsors. The DC Jazz Fest also hosted “Jazz at the Capitol Riverfront” in Yards Park the weekend of June 27th – 28th with our free Friday night concert music provided by the festival. Several thousand people enjoyed this weekend of jazz, further illustrating the appeal of Yards Park on the Anacostia River as an outdoor venue for music and festivals. The Ballpark Boathouse at Diamond Teague Park & Piers is having great success with canoe and kayak rentals, as well as free paddle nights on the river sponsored by the Anacostia Watershed Society and Liv-
Outdoor movies in Canal Park on Thursdays in the summer.
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Playing in the Yards Park splash pool, now reopened.
ing Classrooms. Those of you who have experienced “Ice Cream Jubilee’s” frozen flavors from their vendor cart during a Friday night concert will be glad to know that their permanent store has opened in the northeast corner of the Lumbershed Building on Water Street, SE. Other notable restaurant openings include Sweet Green and TaKorean in the Twelve12 building at the corner of Tingey and Fourth Streets, SE. Another fantastic opening is the variety of water features in Yards Park. They are now animated with water and available for fun in the sun! We unfortunately experienced flooding in the pump room in Yards Park in late April, and all seven pump motors that run the various water features had to be removed. They were then “baked” and reconditioned before we could restart and operate them at full ca-
pacity. The process was successful so that the “splash park” of the canal basin, waterwall, dancing fountains, and water scrims are all up and running. Many thanks to the BID team members who work in Yards Park for their tireless efforts to research the problems and then fix them. Other openings continue to be scheduled in the Capitol Riverfront with VIDA’s health club and pool club celebrating their grand openings this summer. The new Harris Teeter grocery store is still on schedule to open in late September or early Ozctober. And the new Whole Foods Grocery store at New Jersey and H Street, SE has broken ground and will deliver in 2017. Many people ask if our neighborhood can support two new urban grocery stores. In reality, both stores will be supported by our residential population that currently
numbers 4,200 residents and is growing every year. But they will also appeal to shoppers in a larger trade area that includes Capitol Hill, SW Waterfront, and Anacostia. The Capitol Riverfront is experiencing a rapid population growth trend, much like the larger city of Washington, DC. We currently have 1,795 residential units under construction representing six different projects, and another 918 units in three additional projects
contain 125 units and both projects are projected to begin construction in 2015. The Capitol Riverfront BID continued our efforst to attract retail by attending a retail attraction convention called ICSC in Las Vegas in late May. While we met with several restaurant operators, our primary focus was on educating and attracting other retail categories such as pre-K schools, home goods, hardware stores, and other soft goods. We also continue to examine how we can expand the civic infrastructure in the Capitol Riverfront beyond our world class parks. We have collaborated with DCPS and the parents group in the Capital Quarter townhouses to provide various statistics and demographic Sweetgreen is now open at 4th and M Street, SE. information we collect in the effort to reopen in the development pipeline. We anVan Ness elementary school for the ticipate achieving 5,000 residents at 2015/16 school year. We have also some point in 2015. It is likely that met with several user groups who the shopping base will also support could find a home and offer valuable both grocers since they offer different services in the proposed DCHA comproduct types, shopper experiences, munity center. and price points. One demolition project of sigAnother question we are often nificance is nearing completion as asked is when we will see additionthe NGA building at New Jersey al “for sale� residential product beand M Sts, SE continues to be deing built in the neighborhood. The molished and removed. The site will good news answer is that two sepabecome the new home for the New rate condo projects were announced York Trapeze School, parking spacfor the neighborhood in June. The es for Nats games and other visitors, first will be a condo project by PN and temporary space for other festiHoffman in the Yards development vals and larger scale outdoor activon the site where the New York Traities. peze School is currently located. It The Capitol Riverfront wishes will contain 130 for sale condominyou a Happy 4th of July holiday and ium units. The second condo proja summer full of outdoor activities ect will be developed by MRP Realand fun! ty on the Metro chiller plant site on Michael Stevens is President of the southwest corner of Half and L the Capitol Riverfront BID. u Street, SE. This condo project will
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Steady as She Goes
Eliot-Hine’s Principal Tynika Young by Heather Schoell
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n 2011, Tynika Young inherited a then-failing middle school She’s chipped away at what Eliot-Hine had become and is rebuilding it--intentionally and with determination. Tynika Young is even, steady and most of all, focused on outcomes. Since taking over as principal of EliotHine Middle School from her time as assistant principal at Columbia Heights Education Campus, Young has assessed what she inherited, made changes, reassessed, and made more changes. Young will not be rushed. Her first year at E-H, she deflected advances from organizations and others who wanted to get in there and use the school’s outdoor space or offer assistance, giving herself time to determine the needs of the school. The next year, Young began opening doors. Capitol Hill Little League started using Eliot-Hine’s baseball diamond. Living Classrooms became a partner in teaching hands-on science. There was more open discussion about E-H’s future as an International Baccalaureate candidacy school. In this, the 2013-2014 school year, Young really began letting others help her to produce the outcomes that she’s looking for. Parents took on bigger roles in the school. She hired a community liaison to facilitate ties with feeder schools and the Capitol Hill community. Her vision for Eliot-Hine is clear. “What I want is 600-plus students; a renovated, modernized building that will allow us to compete with other top middle schools, complete with science labs and Pro-
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methean boards in every classroom. I want a library that’s a true media center,” she said, “and I want 70% proficient in reading and math. We have concentrated on intervention, but I want to move to enrichment, advancement and extension.”
Where She’s From
Ms. Watson’s 6th grade English class with Principal Tynika Young in the center. New Eliot-
Young is a native WashingtoHine logo by Nayman Design. Photo: Heather Schoellcit nian. Her fraternal twin is in the Coast Guard, and she has a set step back and look at education from Sydney where she got to meet koof fraternal twin brothers, plus four different perspectives, asking quesalas, kangaroos, crocs, and Tasmamore siblings –-all local. Young attions such as, “How do we set up stunian devils. “They’re very British,” tended Brent Elementary, then dents to live their lives within the IB Young said of Aussies, “but they’re Catholic schools, St. Peters in New learner profile? How do we expand more relaxed than us. They’re not on Jersey for her BA, Columbia for a the ideas of what we want them to betheir phones at lunch; they’re friendMasters in Social Studies Curricu-out-of-the-box thinkers, global citily.” She took her African-American lum, George Washington for School zens, 21st century citizens? IB is not Studies students to Senegal in 2008 Administration, and she just earned tangible –-it’s a process that makes us when she taught at Ballou. “We’re so an Executive Masters in Leadership rethink educational philosophy.” ego-centric in America. I want to get at Georgetown. What Young sees as EliotEliot-Hine to the point that we can Between Eliot-Hine and her Hine’s greatest asset is a core group go abroad. It gives students a whole own studies, Young hasn’t much of staff and teachers who are willing new outlook.” free time, but she likes being with to sacrifice their own time, who are Young is patient and quiet, and her family and she likes seeing movalways thinking of ways to improve. speaks respectfully to others, but ies –-especially comics-inspired She sees the students’ great potenpush the wrong button and she is nomovies like X-Men, Spiderman, tial. “Next year we’re adding way nonsense. In May, Principal Young and Thor. At night, she winds down more extra-curriculars to give stuhad police pick up an 8th grade girl with “House Hunters” or recorded dents the opportunity to explore and who started a fight in class. She exepisodes of her favorite 80s TV shows exhibit their talents.” plained, “I’m sending a clear mes– “Cosby Show” and “The Golden “I’m receptive, reflective, intensage to students that fighting will not Girls.” “In a world of uncertainty,” tional,” said Young. “I’ve opened the be tolerated.” Young said, “it’s nice to decompress doors, making Eliot-Hine a commuwith something predictable.” nity school. I want to hear from peoLife at Eliot-Hine What she really loves is travple. I’m extremely dedicated to edu“It’s been exciting and challenging,” eling. Stateside, she loves beaches, cation and I’m around to stay.” said Young of her tenure at E-H. New York City and New Orleans. Eliot-Hine, 1830 Const. Ave. “We’re building up staff leadership “I feel transported there,” she said NE, eliothinemiddleschool.org, capacity, communicating expectaof the latter. Her favorite place by @EliotHine, & EliotHineMS on tions at Eliot-Hine so that they’re all far is Barcelona. “I love everything Facebook. The author is an Eliotin place, even if I’m not in the buildabout it –-the culture, the weathHine parent and can be reached at ing.” Moving through the IB process er, the food!” She enjoyed a trip to heysassy@yahoo.com. u has allowed Young and the staff to
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Playing in the splash pool in the beautifully landscaped Canal Park at Second and K Streets, SE in the Capitol Riverfront neighborhood.
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Frankie (“Frank”) Lee Ray, 57, well-known DC realtor for the last three decades, died June 7 in Holy Cross Hospital in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, of cardiac arrest associated with Early Onset Alzheimer’s Disease. After living in DC for 29 years, from 1983 to 2012, and spending 27 of those years working in the DC housing market, Frank and his family sold their Capitol Hill home and retired to Ft. Lauderdale, FL. He had principally been an agent for the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage and had been a member of the Washington, DC, Association of Realtors and other professional organizations. Longtime colleagues considered Frank generous and gracious in his dealings with the public and other agents. Frank, his son, Bockman Ray-Byrne, and his husband, Dan Byrne, quickly adapted to the charms of waterfront living, but decided to return to Washington for Bockman’s high school years. They were in the final stages of moving back when Frank succombed to his illness.
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Prior to leaving Washington, Frank had been a volunteer at his son’s school, Watkins Elementary in SE. For years Frank was a faithful and active member of Capitol Hill United Methodist Church. In his last days, whenever Frank was told he was being lifted up in prayer, he would cry softly in appreciation. A devoted father, Frank loved being a dad. He laughed easily, and his laid-back manner and soft Southern drawl made him a popular host among his friends. But among all the things he valued, most of all he loved his son. Frank was born December 23, 1956, in Tompkinsville, KY. He graduated from Eastern Kentucky University. He is survived by his mother, Billie Sue Ray of Tomkinsville, KY; sister, Gillia Murphy, Villa Hills, KY; husband, Dan Byrne, and son, Bockman Ray-Byrne. Kraeer-Fairchild Funeral Home in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, will handle his cremation.
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Small is Beautiful The Tiny House Movement reaches DC
L Inside the Matchbox Tiny House at Boneyard Studios.
article and photos by Catherine Plume
earning to live in a small space is one of the ongoing challenges of life on Capitol Hill. Friends and family from out of town are often amazed to see us live and even thrive in spaces that are smaller than some of today’s mobile homes. In this day of McMansions, it’s almost unfathomable to think that a home of 800 square feet or less was ample enough for a household of six or more back in the late 1800s when most Capitol Hill homes were built. But in response to concerns about the high cost of housing in DC and carbon footprints, some DC residents are joining the tiny house community. On a recent Sunday morning, I visited Boneyard Studios (boneyardstudios.com/) for a tour of three DC tiny houses. Located just off of North Capitol, Boneyard Studios was founded in 2012 to “showcase tiny houses on wheels with a mission to demonstrate creative urban infill, promote the benefits of tiny houses, support other tiny house builders, and model what a tiny house community could look like”. The three Boneyard Studio tiny houses and a construction space share a common R-3 zoned alley lot which has been transformed into a comfortable communal green space. The proprietors, two men and a woman in
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their 30s with no prior construction experience, have built their own tiny houses on trailer beds to meet DC building code. Like many city governments, DC code hasn’t caught up with the tiny house movement, and the builders have worked with the city to determine what’s legal. According to the proprietors, working with the City has been a positive, if drawn-out experience. Advocates nationwide are working with municipalities and trailer parks to adapt regulations to accommodate tiny houses. For now, most tiny houses are built on trailers so they can be classified as travel trailers and thereby avoid some coding requirements. But as travel trailers, owners can’t reside permanently in their homes. The Boneyard Studios houses aren’t connected to city water services, so two of the houses have a pressurized water hookup while one, the Minim home, has a self-sustaining rainwater catchment and treatment system. They also have composting or incinerating toilets. With solar panels on the roof, the Minim
house is self-contained and the owner can live quite comfortably off the grid. With an average cost of some $20–$60,000, tiny houses offer an attractive home option less expensive than many SUVs. Unfortunately, to date, few if any banks will provide construction loans for these houses, so most are constructed using the owner’s savings. While there’s no set definition of what constitutes a tiny house, 1000 sq. ft. seems to be the upper limit. The Matchbox house at Boneyard Studios comes in at 140 sq. ft., while the Minim house has 210 sq. ft. of interior space. While there’s no tally as to how many tiny houses exist in the US, estimates indicate that there are several thousand. The movement started in the US northwest and is spreading across the country. Of the 75 or so people on the Boneyard Studio tour I took, well over half were considering building a tiny house. The documentary “Tiny: a Story about Living Small” which was shown as part of the DC Environmental Film Fest
and the Washington Film Institute’s Green Screen has helped popularize the movement locally, and in July, the television channel FYI will debut a series called “Tiny House Nation,” ten one-hour episodes that will present to viewers “the best and most ingenious small spaces America has to offer” which is sure to spark further interest. Obviously, tiny houses aren’t for everyone. Most tiny houses have loft space, usually for sleeping, that’s accessible with a tiny ladder. Space is a premium, and while that demands that you cut down on clutter, it also means that there’s scant space for your grandmother’s china collection or your expensive road bike, dog or significant other for that matter. That said, the Boneyard Studios Minim house has creatively used space to allow for a queen size bed, a piano key board, and even a dinner party for eight! There are several tiny houses located around DC, but because of respect for neighbors and code ambiguities, their locations can be hard to find. If you’d like to learn more about the tiny house movement, Boneyard Studios provides periodic tours that are both entertaining and informative. See their website for dates and times. And, should your travels take you to Portland, Oregon, you can even stay in a tiny house at Caravan, the Tiny House Hotel. The experience is sure to make you appreciate just how wonderfully spacious your Capitol Hill home really is! Catherine Plume is the blogger for the DC Recycler; dcrecycler.blogspot.com; @dc_recycler ◆
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Changing Hands Changing hands is a list of most residential sales in the District of Columbia 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 FEE SIMPLE 16TH STREET HEIGHTS 5017 13TH ST NW 1320 EMERSON ST NW 1344 MONTAGUE ST NW 4502 13TH ST NW 5741 13TH ST NW
ADAMS MORGAN 1702 LANIER PL NW
CLOSE PRICE BR
$740,000 $720,000 $700,000 $630,000 $540,000
5 4 5 4 4
$1,182,350
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AMERICAN UNIVERSITY PARK 4010 VEAZEY ST NW 4830 DAVENPORT ST NW 4703 BRANDYWINE ST NW 4342 RIVER RD NW 4620 45TH ST NW 4400 GARRISON ST NW 4835 DAVENPORT ST NW 4415 FESSENDEN ST NW 4419 FESSENDEN ST NW
ANACOSTIA
1620 U ST SE 1430 S ST SE 2252 MOUNT VIEW PL SE
BERKLEY
4845 FOXHALL CRES NW 4612 FOXHALL CRES NW 2222 48TH ST NW
BLOOMINGDALE
2420 NORTH CAPITOL ST NW 1830 NORTH CAPITOL ST NW 35 SEATON PL NW 1726 NORTH CAPITOL ST NW
BRENTWOOD 2225 16TH ST NE 2226 13TH ST NE
BRIGHTWOOD
1501 VAN BUREN ST NW 905 ELDER ST NW 429 RITTENHOUSE ST NW 1445 ROCK CREEK FORD RD NW 6316 2ND ST NW 6721 PINEY BRANCH RD NW 6308 8TH ST NW 5721 6TH ST NW 6407 8TH ST NW 705 OGLETHORPE ST NW 515 FERN PL NW 1305 RITTENHOUSE ST NW 6713 13TH PL NW 610 SOMERSET PL NW 604 NICHOLSON ST NW 706 QUACKENBOS ST NW 6014 7TH PL NW 717 TEWKESBURY PL NW 710 BUTTERNUT ST NW
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$1,310,000 $1,300,000 $1,050,000 $965,000 $942,000 $930,172 $887,500 $795,000 $749,000
4 5 2 3 4 3 4 4 3
$339,000 $320,000 $180,200
3 3 4
$2,150,000 $1,635,000 $1,050,933
4 4 5
$715,000 $650,000 $621,500 $550,000
3 4 3 3
$270,900 $226,900
3 3
$750,000 $730,000 $692,000 $658,000 $599,000 $550,000 $530,000 $490,000 $480,000 $470,000 $450,000 $436,000 $404,000 $395,500 $385,500 $385,000 $350,000 $308,000 $670,000
5 3 4 2 4 4 4 3 4 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4
BROOKLAND
1509 IRVING ST NE 1307 KEARNY ST NE 4103 13TH ST NE 1404 OTIS ST NE 2436 2ND ST NE 1338 KEARNY ST NE 12 RHODE ISLAND AVE NE 1512 IRVING ST NE 232 CHANNING ST NE 304 BRYANT ST NE 2517 3RD ST NE 1311 HAMLIN ST NE 621 FARRAGUT PL NE 2422 4TH ST NE 2416 3RD ST NE 20 CRITTENDEN ST NE 1220 JACKSON ST NE 4402 2ND ST NE 631 EMERSON ST NE 2706 12TH ST NE
BURLEITH
4062 MANSION DR NW 4010 HIGHWOOD CT NW 3722 R ST NW 3505 T ST NW 3724 T ST NW
CAPITOL HILL
23 D ST SE 410 E ST SE 649 LEXINGTON PL NE 441 NEW JERSEY AVE SE 119 4TH ST NE 226 11TH ST NE 225 11TH ST SE 1436 NORTH CAROLINA AVE NE 219 8TH ST NE 119 KENTUCKY AVE SE 215 8TH ST NE 331 7TH ST NE 1339 A ST NE 654 6TH ST NE 453 1ST ST SE 643 3RD ST NE 315 E ST SE 624 5TH ST NE 1205 D ST NE 704 K ST NE 431 3RD ST NE 1021 8TH ST NE 347 KENTUCKY AVE SE 230 11TH ST SE 419 M ST NE 1716 BAY ST SE 605 8TH ST NE 912 K ST NE 727 7TH ST NE 243 17TH ST SE 1320 F ST NE 448 KENTUCKY AVE SE 1313 EMERALD ST NE 1533 A ST SE 1631 POTOMAC AVE SE 1712 E ST SE
$725,000 $710,000 $627,000 $575,000 $549,000 $538,500 $495,000 $482,000 $475,000 $463,000 $430,000 $403,081 $360,000 $360,000 $350,000 $315,000 $280,000 $270,000 $220,000 $195,000
4 3 4 5 3 3 4 3 4 2 4 3 2 3 3 3 4 2 2 3
$1,380,000 $1,300,000 $950,000 $925,000 $861,000
4 2 4 4 4
$2,850,000 $1,540,000 $1,265,000 $1,200,000 $1,183,000 $1,160,000 $1,010,000 $1,000,000 $980,000 $906,000 $900,215 $864,000 $855,000 $852,000 $851,500 $850,000 $840,000 $837,000 $803,205 $800,000 $795,000 $779,000 $769,900 $755,000 $755,000 $755,000 $715,000 $712,000 $701,000 $665,000 $655,000 $635,227 $630,000 $605,000 $550,000 $550,000
4 4 6 5 3 4 5 4 3 4 4 2 4 3 3 3 2 2 3 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 2 3 2 3 3 2 3
1378 C ST NE 335 17TH ST SE 1208 G ST SE
CHEVY CHASE
3817 KANAWHA ST NW 3395 STEPHENSON PL NW 3615 MILITARY RD NW 5358 42ND PL NW 3906 JOCELYN ST NW 3361 RUNNYMEDE PL NW 3400 MCKINLEY ST NW 6141 33RD ST NW 2778 UNICORN LN NW 5535 NEVADA AVE NW 3422 OLIVER ST NW 2763 UNICORN LN NW 2721 RITTENHOUSE ST NW 5604 39TH ST NW 2616 MORELAND PL NW 3711 HARRISON ST NW 6006 34TH PL NW
$518,500 $510,000 $504,000
2 2 2
$1,395,000 $1,375,000 $1,355,000 $1,349,000 $1,305,000 $1,300,000 $1,300,000 $1,249,000 $1,155,000 $1,111,000 $991,150 $912,500 $889,000 $885,000 $855,000 $835,200 $829,000
5 5 4 5 4 4 4 4 5 4 5 3 4 3 4 3 3
SUMMER SURGE HAS JUST BEGUN!
2750 UNICORN LN NW 6444 31ST ST NW 4825 41ST ST NW
CHILLUM
6307 3RD ST NW 6415 2ND PL NW 5515 BLAIR RD NE 112 MADISON ST NW
CLEVELAND PARK 3600 MACOMB ST NW 2812 CORTLAND PL NW 3310 IDAHO AVE NW 3514 34TH ST NW
COLONIAL VILLAGE 2135 YORKTOWN RD NW 7600 16TH ST NW 1623 JONQUIL ST NW
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
728 PARK RD NW 1311 IRVING ST NW 2813 13TH ST NW 2811 11TH ST NW 705 OTIS PL NW 3234 WARDER ST NW 3805 KANSAS AVE NW 507 LAMONT ST NW 3615 11TH ST NW 1423 MERIDIAN PL NW 2327 SHERMAN AVE NW 1524 OGDEN ST NW 1322 UPSHUR ST NW 3614 ROCK CREEK CHURCH RD NW 4008 13TH ST NW 636 COLUMBIA RD NW 3565 6TH ST NW 1016 QUEBEC PL NW
CONGRESS HEIGHTS 643 RALEIGH PL SE 3605 BROTHERS PL SE 473 VALLEY AVE SE 834 XENIA ST SE 860 HR DR SE 4223 WHEELER RD SE 3792 1ST ST SE 642 CHESAPEAKE ST SE 640 CHESAPEAKE ST SE 831 XENIA ST SE 3512 7TH ST SE
CRESTWOOD
1700 VARNUM ST NW 4220 17TH ST NW 1615 ALLISON ST NW
DEANWOOD
4236 BROOKS ST NE 4827 JAY ST NE 307 57TH ST NE 3902 AMES NE 124 46TH PL NE 209 44TH ST NE 819 52ND ST NE 153 47TH ST NE 3938 BLAINE ST NE 5045 MEADE ST NE 4208 EDSON PL NE 4912 MINNESOTA AVE NE 5085 SHERIFF RD NE
$820,000 $780,000 $575,000
3 5 2
$603,500 $550,000 $550,000 $464,000
3 5 4 3
$4,980,000 $1,310,000 $1,205,000 $903,000
5 3 5 3
$1,200,000 $995,000 $625,000
5 5 4
$1,350,000 $1,175,000 $800,000 $751,000 $705,000 $696,000 $689,000 $658,000 $626,200 $625,000 $600,000 $595,000 $587,000 $564,900 $555,000 $535,000 $505,000 $375,000
4 5 5 4 3 4 4 3 3 5 2 3 3 3 4 3 2 3
$311,000 $310,000 $265,000 $260,000 $245,000 $245,000 $175,000 $140,000 $140,000 $137,500 $125,000
4 3 3 4 4 3 3 2 2 3 3
$875,000 $851,000 $715,000
4 4 4
$387,000 $312,000 $305,465 $300,000 $270,000 $258,000 $244,900 $225,000 $200,000 $195,000 $185,000 $135,000 $121,000
4 3 3 4 2 4 3 3 2 4 4 2 2
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1632 G St SE 2BR/2BA $560,000
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3 level row home with large front porch! SMART layout, new wood floors and unique custom kitchen counters. Wellupdated over the years with re-finished deck, new HVAC, and remodeled bathrooms. HUGE Master bedroom with tons of closet space.
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1336 A St SE 4 BR/3.5BA $1,250,000
All the KEY ingredients! Located perfectly between Eastern Market, Union Station, and Stanton Park with Southfacing façade shaded by flowering trees. Wide open welcoming spaces, 2-story kitchen atrium and more!
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Newly renovated by Keil Construction with high end finishes, attention to detail, and wellpreserved character throughout. Magnificent interior staircase, open and bright kitchen, dual rear porch, fully finished basement with kitchenette and extra-long back yard with parking. Around the corner from Lincoln Park and all the perks of Capitol Hill Living!
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315 18th St SE 4BR/3.5BA $825,000 Federal Porch-Front end unit has sun cascading across all 3 levels with windows everywhere. Double living room greets you as you enter, and the open floor plan flows to the HUGE kitchen island with french doors out to rear deck and yard with off-street parking. Fully finished lower level and gleaming hardwoods throughout.
620 C St NE 3BR/2BA $825,000
1617 H St SE 4BR/3.5BA $825,000 Porch front features a foot print 20 Feet Wide, with tall ceilings over three levels. 3 real upper bedrooms, huge master bath, Open kitchen with granite and stainless, restored heart pine and oak floors, unique central butler’s pantry, rear den and deck and lower guest suite ensure an unforgettable package.
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108 14th St SE 2BR/2BA $619,000 Charming front façade shows off period details near the leafy intersection of 14th & A Streets SE. Inside, crisp clean modern interior with spiral stairway, two sided fireplace flows from dining room to living room, convenient rear patio space and two master suites on 2nd level!
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DUPONT
2120 O ST NW
ECKINGTON
134136 U ST NE 35 RANDOLPH PL NW 130 S ST NW 134 QUINCY PL NE 2116 4TH ST NE 311 U ST NE 117 RHODE ISLAND AVE NE 1922 2ND ST NE 35 U ST NE 170 TODD PL NE 2118 4TH ST NE 147 UHLAND TER NE
FOGGY BOTTOM
2431 I ST NW 818 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE NW
FOREST HILLS
4534 BROAD BRANCH RD NW 4538 BROAD BRANCH RD NW 2942 UPTON ST NW
FORT DUPONT PARK 1405 42ND ST SE 3981 ALABAMA AVE SE 5017 BENNING RD SE
FORT LINCOLN
3239 FORT LINCOLN DR NE
FOXHALL
1445 44TH ST NW 1540 44TH ST NW 4415 Q ST NW
GARFIELD
2911 28TH ST NW
GEORGETOWN
UYERS. SERVING BSELLERS. SERVING OUR COMMUNIT Y. ween SERVING onsor of Hillo Proud Sp
Jackie VonSchlegel 202.255.2537 Mark Spiker 202.341.9880
jackie@jackiev.com 202-547-5088 Licensed in DC, VA, MD & FL
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2915 O ST NW 1521 31ST ST NW 1601 35TH ST NW 1242 POTOMAC ST NW 3141 O ST NW 3420 N ST NW 2816 R ST NW 3540 WINFIELD LN NW 3137 O ST NW 1618 32ND ST NW 3300 Q ST NW 2919 DUMBARTON ST NW 1252 31ST ST NW 3301 P ST NW 1213 29TH ST NW 2724 POPLAR ST NW 3934 GEORGETOWN CT NW
GLOVER PARK 3838 BEECHER ST NW 3826 W ST NW 3834 CALVERT ST NW 3718 BENTON ST NW 2301 38TH ST NW
H STREET
906 11TH ST NE 1205 LINDEN PL NE 1273 OWEN PL NE 616 ORLEANS PL NE
$1,110,000
4
$910,000 $902,000 $850,000 $710,000 $623,000 $570,000 $525,000 $521,000 $500,000 $500,000 $495,000 $460,000
4 5 3 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
$943,000 $830,000
3 2
$1,275,000 $1,165,000 $1,075,000
5 3 6
$305,000 $270,000 $230,000
3 3 3
$475,000
3
$1,470,000 $899,000 $725,000
5 5 4
$1,095,000
4
$7,395,000 $3,275,000 $3,050,000 $2,850,000 $2,520,000 $1,700,000 $1,600,000 $1,465,000 $1,455,000 $1,450,000 $1,355,000 $1,270,000 $1,147,000 $1,115,000 $1,110,000 $740,000 $1,260,000
8 6 4 3 3 3 2 2 3 4 3 2 2 2 3 2 4
HAWTHORNE 6901 32ND ST NW
HILL CREST
3842 CARPENTER ST SE 2115 BRANCH AVE SE 2541 36TH ST SE 2116 32ND PL SE
KALORAMA
2122 BANCROFT PL NW 1922 CALVERT ST NW 1922 BELMONT RD NW
KENT
5200 MANNING PL NW 2831 HURST TER NW 2905 UNIVERSITY TER NW 5043 DANA PL NW
KINGMAN PARK 1629 ROSEDALE ST NE
LEDROIT PARK
33 W ST NW 126 W ST NW 34 V ST NW 115 V ST NW 15 RHODE ISLAND AVE NW 1955 3RD ST NW
LILY PONDS
4005 ANACOSTIA AVE NE 4123 LEE ST NE 4437 DOUGLAS ST NE
LOGAN
1248 10TH ST NW 1534 15TH ST NW 1458 T ST NW
MARSHALL HEIGHTS 5213 C ST SE
MASSACHUSETTS AVE HTS 2600 30TH ST NW 2914 CLEVELAND AVE NW 2916 CLEVELAND AVE NW 2924 33RD PL NW
MICHIGAN PARK 2112 SHEPHERD ST NE
MOUNT PLEASANT 1705 IRVING ST NW 1834 LAMONT ST NW 1841 NEWTON ST NW 1810 KILBOURNE PL NW
NOMA
1175 ABBEY PL NE $990,000 $953,125 $927,000 $865,000 $849,000
4 3 3 4 3
$885,000 $793,325 $561,500 $556,007
4 4 3 3
NORTH CLEVELAND PARK 4109 38TH ST NW 4422 35TH ST NW
NORTH MICHIGAN PARK 1326 ALLISON ST NE
OBSERVATORY CIRCLE 2740 34TH PL NW 2819 38TH ST NW
$1,012,500
4
$599,000 $489,990 $365,000 $375,000
4 4 3 3
$3,100,000 $1,825,000 $1,202,524
5 5 4
$1,475,000 $975,000 $905,000 $740,000
4 4 5 2
$399,000
3
$1,017,600 $900,000 $803,000 $781,000 $615,000 $500,000
4 5 4 6 3 3
$350,000 $290,000 $281,000
5 3 5
$1,015,000 $1,231,000 $1,142,600
3 3 2
$105,000
2
$3,334,000 $2,750,000 $2,700,000 $1,100,000
6 6 6 4
$370,000
2
$1,255,000 $1,150,000 $960,000 $940,000
4 5 4 5
$815,000
3
$1,125,000 $750,000
4 3
$565,000
3
$1,900,000 $1,785,000
7 5
YardSale 11th ANNUAL TRASH TO TREASURE DAY
OLD CITY #1
530 12TH ST NE 424 8TH ST NE 120 10TH ST NE 1617 INDEPENDENCE AVE SE 420 5TH ST NE 425 15TH ST SE 1435 A ST SE 730 6TH ST SE 605 ACKER PL NE 621 ORLEANS PL NE 609 14TH ST NE 312 15TH ST NE 1708 A ST SE 1138 ABBEY PL NE 1132 5TH ST NE 642 14TH PL NE 903 12TH ST SE 920 14TH ST SE 634 15TH ST NE 326 TENNESSEE AVE NE 913 14TH ST SE ST E 2035 GALES ST NE 2013 GALES ST NE 450 20TH ST NE 1640 INDEPENDENCE AVE SE
OLD CITY #2
1903 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE NW 1743 11TH ST NW 1546 NEW JERSEY AVE NW 209 BATES ST NW 201 MORGAN ST NW 68 P ST NW
PALISADES
5416 SHERIER PL NW 4511 MACARTHUR BLVD NW 4636 Q ST NW
PETWORTH
4002 ILLINOIS AVE NW 328 SHEPHERD ST NW 4100 5TH ST NW 4118 3RD ST NW 912 EMERSON ST NW 4212 4TH ST NW 760 NEWTON PL NW 5232 7TH ST NW 409 ALLISON ST NW 316 GALLATIN ST NW 810 DELAFIELD PL NW 4904 3RD ST NW 421 DECATUR ST NW 4005 4TH ST NW 217 FARRAGUT ST NW 716 SHEPHERD ST NW 5235 KANSAS AVE NW 4221 4TH ST NW 624 GALLATIN ST NW 4905 9TH ST NW 716 DECATUR ST NW 733 HAMILTON ST NW 5108 7TH ST NW
PHILLIPS PARK
2167 DUNMORE LN NW 2120 DUNMORE LN NW
RANDLE HEIGHTS 1475 HOWARD RD SE 2346 Q ST SE 2513 NAYLOR RD SE
$915,000 $915,000 $895,120 $785,000 $775,000 $761,500 $747,500 $740,000 $730,000 $700,000 $700,000 $689,000 $670,000 $667,000 $565,000 $565,000 $564,000 $563,713 $510,000 $500,000 $480,000 $402,300 $340,000 $330,000 $603,000
3 5 3 3 3 2 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 3 4 2 2 3 3 3 3 2 2 2 3
$900,000 $760,000 $679,990 $670,000 $543,000 $525,000
2 2 6 3 3 4
$2,995,000 $870,000 $840,000
7 3 3
$825,000 $800,000 $784,500 $749,900 $701,000 $677,000 $657,000 $630,000 $626,500 $585,000 $576,000 $570,000 $555,000 $515,000 $510,000 $510,000 $505,000 $500,000 $470,000 $430,000 $399,999 $343,000 $337,900
4 4 4 3 3 4 4 3 4 4 3 3 3 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2
$5,450,000 $3,515,000
7 6
$239,000 $175,000 $171,150
3 3 3
3441 25TH ST SE 3426 23RD ST SE
RIGGS PARK
840 JEFFERSON ST NE 743 KENNEDY ST NE 340 ONEIDA ST NE 225 OGLETHORPE ST NE 5020 14TH ST NE 408 QUACKENBOS ST NE 620 ONEIDA ST NE 5046 12TH ST NE 4707 SARGENT RD NE
RLA (SW)
831 6TH ST SW
SHAW
928 O ST NW 82 P ST NW 419 Q ST NW 1709 6TH ST NW 1535 5TH ST NW 447 Q ST NW 446 N ST NW
SHEPHERD PARK 7919 14TH ST NW 1339 KALMIA RD NW 1203 HOLLY ST NW
SPRING VALLEY
4875 LOUGHBORO RD NW 5135 ROCKWOOD PKWY NW 3630 FORDHAM RD NW 10 WESLEY CIR NW 4822 TILDEN ST NW 4259 FORDHAM RD NW
STANTON PARK 1346 D ST NE 411 5TH ST NE
SW WATERFRONT 605 4TH PL SW
TAKOMA
7219 BLAIR RD NW 6625 HARLAN PL NW 6516 EASTERN AVE NE
TRINIDAD
1213 WEST VIRGINIA AVE NE 1928 BENNETT PL NE 1262 OWEN PL NE 1216 ORREN ST NE 1842 L ST NE 1319 TRINIDAD AVE NE 1244 16TH ST NE 1523 QUEEN ST NE 1627 LYMAN PL NE
TRUXTON CIRCLE 63 NEW YORK AVE NW
U STREET
1905 11TH ST NW 2100 12TH ST NW 1932 15TH ST NW 2229 10TH ST NW 968 FLORIDA AVE NW
$138,000 $92,000
3 2
$519,900 $410,000 $381,000 $352,000 $351,900 $350,000 $312,000 $246,500 $225,000
3 3 3 2 3 2 3 3 3
$720,000
4
$1,275,000 $860,000 $831,000 $737,500 $685,000 $642,000 $685,000
4 3 3 3 2 3 3
$775,000 $755,000 $670,000
3 3 3
$2,300,000 $2,100,000 $1,900,000 $1,635,000 $1,390,000 $1,125,000
5 4 6 6 4 5
$860,900 $795,000
4 3
$880,000
3
$780,000 $575,000 $399,999
6 6 2
$735,000 $465,000 $440,000 $415,000 $399,999 $395,000 $391,000 $285,000 $263,000
6 4 3 3 2 4 2 3 2
$760,000
3
$1,599,000 $1,261,125 $1,103,500 $510,000 $505,000
4 3 4 2 2
(COMMUNITY YARD SALE)
July 12, 2014 • 8:00am to 4:00pm. (Rain Date: July 19, 2014). Four streets of more than 25 tables Ellen Wilson Place, I (eye) St., 7th St., 6th St. (between G St. & Virginia Ave) You might find crafts, clothes, furniture, shoes, home decor, jewelry, small appliances and much more. Our many features set us apart. As part of a cooperative The Townhomes on Captiol Hill, you’ll enjoy the following features: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Spacious rooms Warm oak kitchen cabinets Wall-to-wall carpeting State of the art alarm systems Private, on-site parking available Expert 24-hour maintenance Private yards available Central air conditioning Ceramic tile bathrooms and kitchens Nine-foot ceilings Washer/dryer hook-ups Natural gas ranges Cable ready units Easy access to Metro and I-295
1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms
The Townhomes on Capitol Hill 750 6th Street, SE Washington, DC 20003 202-544-1274 •Fax 202-544-1004
Anacostia River Realty
Sales. Rentals. Property Management. 202-678-REAL (7325) 1920 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave. SE Washington, DC 20020
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WESLEY HEIGHTS 4400 GARFIELD ST NW 4641 GARFIELD ST NW 4554 LOWELL ST NW 4323 GARFIELD ST NW 4452 WESTOVER PL NW
$6,600,000 $3,850,000 $1,465,000 $1,300,000 $925,000
9 4 4 5 3
WOODLEY 2619 WOODLEY PL NW 3013 CLEVELAND AVE NW
$2,150,000 $1,345,000
8 4
WOODRIDGE
2630 BRENTWOOD RD NE $649,000 4 2931 SOUTH DAKOTA AVE NE $539,999 4 2713 24TH ST NE $449,000 3 3103 WALNUT ST NE $365,000 3 2822 EVARTS ST NE $320,000 4 1830 NEWTON ST NE $277,500 3
CONDO ADAMS MORGAN 2351 CHAMPLAIN ST NW #PH 4 2200 17TH ST NW #215 2360 CHAMPLAIN ST NW #3.1 2360 CHAMPLAIN ST NW #2.1 2410 17TH ST NW #303 1700 KALORAMA RD NW #202 2363 CHAMPLAIN ST NW #1 2363 CHAMPLAIN ST NW #B 1700 KALORAMA RD NW #203 2426 ONTARIO RD NW #306 1763 COLUMBIA RD NW #301 2300 18TH ST NW #303
$1,100,000 $925,000 $796,900 $779,900 $730,000 $719,900 $562,000 $549,900 $548,000 $437,800 $426,000 $390,000
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY PARK 4101 ALBEMARLE ST NW #652 4101 ALBEMARLE ST NW #548
$480,000 $445,000
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 2 1 1 1
BERKLEY 4615 MACARTHUR BLVD NW #A
$355,000
BLOOMINGDALE 26 BRYANT ST NW #2 150 RHODE ISLAND AVE NW #303 1700 2ND ST NW #8
$699,900 $497,500 $365,000
BRENTWOOD 1386 BRYANT ST NE #203 1300 BRYANT ST NE #2 5414 1ST PL NW #401 5414 1ST PL NW #204
$255,000 $167,250 $300,000 $265,000
BROOKLAND 401 EVARTS ST NE #304 2824 12TH ST NE #201 3121 HAWTHORNE DR NE #3121 3725 12TH ST NE #208 2625 3RD ST NE #304 1031 MICHIGAN AVE NE #103 2625 3RD ST NE #204 318 RHODE ISLAND AVE NE #103
$260,000 $243,000 $231,900 $196,000 $170,000 $167,500 $166,600 $160,000
CAPITIOL HILL 315 12TH ST NE #302 725 5TH ST SE #1001 1024 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NE #2 752 9TH ST SE #302 308 EAST CAPITOL ST NE #11 1020 PENNSYLVANIA AVE SE #604 1451 A ST NE #A
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$560,000 $575,000 $549,750 $482,000 $467,900 $375,000 $350,000
1 3 2 1 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 1 1
1513 CONSTITUTION AVE NE #2 1621 EAST CAPITOL ST SE #1 601 A ST NE #2 1361 K ST SE #302 105 6TH ST SE #210 305 C ST NE #203 339 N ST SW #339
$347,000 $335,000 $299,000 $245,000 $229,000 $200,000 $350,000
1 1 1 1 0 0 2
CENTRAL 1099 22ND ST NW #602 1155 23RD ST NW #N4C 675 E ST NW #310 1321 21ST ST NW #6 1099 22ND ST NW #611 1111 23RD ST NW #S3E 1321 21ST ST NW #5 2425 L ST NW #318 1321 21ST ST NW #4 1150 K ST NW #1002 2425 L ST NW #533 631 D ST NW #626 1260 21ST ST NW #311 912 F ST NW #201 631 D ST NW #837 631 D ST NW #632 1150 K ST NW #407 1140 23RD ST NW #206 1316 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE NW #106
$1,350,000 $1,309,500 $1,270,000 $900,000 $899,000 $875,000 $845,000 $750,000 $719,000 $599,000 $595,000 $535,000 $499,000 $465,000 $439,900 $435,000 $425,000 $362,000 $251,500
CHEVY CHASE 4750 41ST ST NW #506 4301 MILITARY RD NW #610 4301 MILITARY RD NW #PH03 5201 WISCONSIN AVE NW #112 5410 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #719 5410 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #419
$1,440,000 $1,310,000 $1,250,000 $337,500 $288,000 $285,500
CLEVELAND PARK 2727 ORDWAY ST NW #2 3110 WISCONSIN AVE NW #504 3848 PORTER ST NW #377 3610 38TH ST NW #269 3841 NEWARK ST NW #453 3801 39TH ST NW #D82 4301 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #5002 2732 ORDWAY ST NW #APT. 4 3616 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #202 4301 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #6009 3022 WISCONSIN AVE NW #B14 3217 WISCONSIN AVE NW #5D
$607,000 $515,000 $460,000 $445,000 $425,000 $414,900 $395,900 $355,000 $337,550 $330,000 $297,900 $199,999
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 1334 BELMONT ST NW #301 1323 GIRARD ST NW #8 1330 OTIS PL NW #2 3545 13TH ST NW #PH 1476 HARVARD ST NW ##B 3006 13TH ST NW #A 1451 HARVARD ST NW #3 3660 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE NW #2 1305 CLIFTON ST NW #3 1464 HARVARD ST NW #10 1419 CLIFTON ST NW #305 2914 11TH ST NW #202 1117 HARVARD ST NW #1117R 1461 GIRARD ST NW #300 1321 EUCLID ST NW #302 3545 13TH ST NW #1 1356 KENYON ST NW #1 760 GIRARD ST NW #101 701 LAMONT ST NW #36 1308 CLIFTON ST NW #116 2600 SHERMAN AVE NW #204
$905,000 $810,000 $799,000 $750,000 $649,900 $640,900 $631,500 $600,000 $595,000 $560,000 $550,000 $540,000 $536,500 $521,000 $520,000 $520,000 $465,000 $465,000 $460,000 $430,000 $354,000
3 2 2 2 3 1 2 2 2 2 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 0 3 2 2 1 1 1 3 2 2 1 2 2 2 1 1 2 1 0 2 2 3 3 2 3 2 3 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 2 2 2 1 2 2
1401 COLUMBIA RD NW #105 3602 ROCK CREEK CHURCH RD NW #2 1451 PARK RD NW #110 1415 CHAPIN ST NW #304 1308 CLIFTON ST NW #210 1513 MERIDIAN PL NW #5 1439 EUCLID ST NW #B1 1437 SPRING RD NW #203 1441 EUCLID ST NW #B2 1458 COLUMBIA RD NW #101 1451 PARK RD NW #215 1457 PARK RD NW #207
$337,000 $324,000 $314,900 $310,000 $295,000 $278,000 $265,000 $265,000 $240,000 $200,000 $188,400 $156,850
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DUPONT 1529 Q ST NW #2 1750 16TH ST NW #13 1767 P ST NW #4 1762 CORCORAN ST NW #3 1730 16TH ST NW #14 1718 P ST NW #907 1800 R ST NW #405 1615 Q ST NW #1208 1626 15TH ST NW #2 1916 17TH ST NW #401 1321 21ST ST NW #3 1504 P ST NW #3 1744 U ST NW #A 1321 21ST ST NW #1 1617 CORCORAN ST NW #A 1925 16TH ST NW #601 1718 P ST NW #208 1926 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE NW #27 1401 17TH ST NW #409 1700 17TH ST NW #403 1615 Q ST NW #1113 1411 21ST ST NW 1833 S ST NW #6 1747 CHURCH ST NW #B2 1301 20TH ST NW #206 1330 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE NW #603 1601 18TH ST NW #304 2130 N ST NW #409 1813 18TH ST NW #2 1711 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #531 1330 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE NW #1008 1727 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #801
$940,000 $653,000 $570,000 $541,000 $512,000 $475,000 $475,000 $440,000 $435,000 $431,000 $425,000 $425,000 $415,000 $410,000 $410,000 $405,000 $395,000 $389,000 $385,000 $380,000 $370,000 $369,500 $337,000 $335,000 $330,000 $324,500 $316,000 $309,000 $295,000 $249,900 $245,000 $240,000
ECKINGTON 1735 1ST ST NW #UNIT 1 1925 NORTH CAPITOL ST NE #2 1831 2ND ST NE #405 2004 3RD ST NE #103
$611,000 $589,500 $254,900 $240,000
FOGGY BOTTOM 2030 F ST NW #208 922 24TH ST NW #607 922 24TH ST NW #713 922 24TH ST NW #PS40
$270,000 $245,000 $235,000 $35,000
FOREST HILLS 4707 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #216 4007 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #212 4707 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #306 2710 MACOMB ST NW #215 4007 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #210 2939 VAN NESS ST NW #604 3701 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #235 2939 VAN NESS ST NW #911
$397,000 $394,000 $337,000 $327,000 $315,000 $270,000 $225,000 $195,000
GEORGETOWN 3052 R ST NW #307 3052 R NW #302 3052 R ST NW #APT 301
$2,350,000 $1,670,000 $1,434,566
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2735 OLIVE ST NW #10 1030 PAPER MILL CT NW #1030 1080 WISCONSIN AVE NW #N203 3251 PROSPECT ST NW #R-313 3038 R ST NW #2 3035 Q ST NW #5 1080 WISCONSIN AVE NW #N102 1318 35TH ST NW #5 1080 WISCONSIN AVE NW #2018 2500 Q ST NW #321 2500 Q ST NW #116 2500 Q ST NW #644 2500 Q ST NW #107 2500 Q ST NW #319 2500 Q ST NW #124
GLOVER PARK
3825 DAVIS PL NW #101 2111 WISCONSIN AVE NW #421 4000 TUNLAW RD NW #1019 4000 TUNLAW RD NW #923 4004 BEECHER ST NW #103 2400 41ST ST NW #115
H STREET
1367 FLORIDA AVE NE #301 811 8TH ST NE #2
KALORAMA
2022 R ST NW #1 2009 COLUMBIA RD NW #7 2311 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #607 2301 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #5C 2412 19TH ST NW #1039 2403 20TH ST NW #1107 2013 COLUMBIA RD NW #E 2009 COLUMBIA RD NW #2 1930 BILTMORE ST NW #100 1861 CALIFORNIA ST NW #2 2301 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #1D 1840 VERNON ST NW #208 2311 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #704 2012 WYOMING AVE NW #103 1831 BELMONT RD NW #303 1840 CALIFORNIA ST NW #7A 1919 BILTMORE ST NW #4
LEDROIT PARK
1962 2ND ST NW #2 115 RHODE ISLAND AVE NW #2
LOGAN
1445 CHURCH ST NW #23 1010 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #910 1401 CHURCH ST NW #308 1449 N ST NW #1 1210 R ST NW #B16 1245 13TH ST NW #104 1111 11TH ST NW #810 2125 14TH ST NW #521 1445 CHURCH ST NW #24 1401 CHURCH ST NW #220 1300 13TH ST NW #604 1224 11TH ST NW #2 1224 11TH ST NW #GARDEN 1224 13TH ST NW #201 1715 15TH ST NW #41 1331 VERMONT AVE NW #B 1211 13TH ST NW #601 1406 T ST NW #1 1001 L ST NW #410 1312 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #104 1 SCOTT CIR NW #621
$925,000 $659,000 $600,000 $580,000 $580,000 $575,250 $545,000 $470,000 $465,000 $411,000 $373,000 $370,000 $350,000 $322,500 $275,000
2 2 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0
$376,200 $360,000 $325,000 $260,000 $226,000 $199,900
2 1 2 1 1 1
$380,000 $839,999
2 2
$2,861,500 $1,675,000 $899,000 $875,000 $670,000 $612,500 $562,500 $549,000 $534,000 $527,000 $455,000 $415,000 $390,000 $369,500 $363,000 $350,000 $688,500
4 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2
$639,000 $430,900
3 2
$900,000 $803,500 $610,000 $595,000 $489,500 $445,000 $436,000 $398,000 $825,000 $819,000 $735,000 $670,000 $570,000 $536,000 $524,900 $410,000 $675,000 $565,000 $425,000 $435,000 $375,000
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MOUNT PLEASANT 1636 BEEKMAN PL NW #D 1701 KALORAMA RD NW #410 3602 16TH ST NW #PH 1654 EUCLID ST NW #105 1881 MONROE ST NW #B2 1613 HARVARD ST NW #215 3409 BROWN ST NW #2 3220 17TH ST NW #205 2440 16TH ST NW #402 1750 HARVARD ST NW #7D 2440 16TH ST NW #112 2630 ADAMS MILL RD NW #204 3314 MOUNT PLEASANT ST NW #7
$711,000 $700,000 $699,999 $589,000 $540,000 $539,500 $470,000 $432,000 $359,000 $315,500 $279,900 $239,000 $200,000
MT VERNON SQUARE 440 L ST NW #505 475 K ST NW #309 437 NEW YORK AVE NW #909 444 M ST NW #9 811 4TH ST NW #1015 234 N ST NW #2
$710,000 $679,000 $475,000 $440,000 $439,000 $350,000
OBSERVATORY CIRCLE 2501 WISCONSIN AVE NW #104 2801 NEW MEXICO AVE NW #607 2801 NEW MEXICO AVE NW #1021 2801 NEW MEXICO AVE NW #1210
$965,000 $670,000 $519,000 $502,300
OLD CITY #1 1391 PENNSYLVANIA AVE SE #403 1513 CONSTITUTION AVE NE #4 1515 CONSTITUTION AVE NE #2 315 G ST NE #105 1361 K ST SE #103
$515,000 $382,000 $332,000 $319,000 $229,900
OLD CITY #2 1125 11TH ST NW #702 910 M ST NW #501 1300 13TH ST NW #706 1624 CORCORAN ST NW #J 301 R ST NW #2 1520 16TH ST NW #301 1907 11TH ST NW #2 555 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #218 2004 11TH ST NW #223 2001 12TH ST NW #118 449 R ST NW #101 440 L ST NW #1007 440 L ST NW #313 1724 17TH ST NW #22 1117 10TH ST NW #313 1300 N ST NW #417 811 4TH ST NW #321 811 4TH ST NW #301 1201 Q ST NW #1 555 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #311 1618 S ST NW #2 2001 12TH ST NW #101 811 4TH ST NW #1222 555 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #914 304 Q ST NW #1 1 SCOTT CIR NW #811 1711 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #733 475 K ST NW #827
$889,500 $744,900 $726,500 $710,000 $628,500 $624,900 $620,000 $562,750 $546,000 $517,000 $470,600 $451,007 $450,000 $443,100 $435,000 $419,000 $418,000 $410,000 $394,000 $390,000 $379,000 $377,500 $345,000 $311,000 $289,900 $275,000 $249,000 $223,584
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PALISADES 4555 MACARTHUR BLVD NW #207
$229,815
PENN QUARTER
1010 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #PH-103 $1,875,000 $525,000 801 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW #PH13 915 E ST NW #515 $489,000
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715 6TH ST NW #1201 715 6TH ST NW #1101 616 E ST NW #402 616 E ST NW #320 915 E ST NW #311 601 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW #610 601 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW #211
PETWORTH 4314 9TH ST NW #2 4314 9TH ST NW #1 4107 5TH ST NW #2 4209 8TH ST NW #2 4800 GEORGIA AVE ST NW #202 54015407 9TH ST NW #2 5551 ILLINOIS AVE NW #202 1301 LONGFELLOW ST NW #203
$660,000 $570,000 $535,000 $525,000 $292,900 $239,850 $212,000 $205,000
RLA (SW) 745 3RD ST SW #403 1101 3RD ST SW #706 355 I ST SW #S-622 355 I ST SW #S-313 700 7TH ST SW #809 1435 4TH ST SW #B108 700 7TH ST SW #215 1101 3RD ST SW #210 700 7TH ST SW #136 355 I ST SW #S-123
$485,000 $370,000 $368,000 $364,225 $302,000 $290,000 $265,000 $260,000 $255,000 $239,900
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3211 SUTTON PL NW #3211A 3203 SUTTON PL NW #3203D 4201 CATHEDRAL AVE NW #405E 3101 NEW MEXICO AVE NW #831 3201 SUTTON PL NW #3201D 4201 CATHEDRAL AVE NW #1002E 4201 CATHEDRAL AVE NW #221W 3101 NEW MEXICO AVE NW #503
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SHAW 430 WARNER ST NW #1 440 WARNER ST NW #B
$685,000 $675,000
SHERIDAN STATION 2501 SAYLES PL SE #12 2501 SAYLES PL SE #13 SAYLES PL SE #8 2501 SAYLES PL SE #9
$373,400 $327,900 $249,900 $249,900
SW WATERFRONT 240 M ST SW #E200 1101 3RD ST SW #201 1250 4TH ST SW #W811
$415,000 $337,500 $225,000
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1018 FLORIDA AVE NE #102 1219 HOLBROOK TER NE #3 1354 QUEEN ST NE #102
$259,000 $214,900 $201,000
U STREET 2101 11TH ST NW #PH1 1455 FLORIDA AVE NW #3A 2250 11TH ST NW ## 106 2101 11TH ST NW #506 919 FLORIDA AVE NW #302 2120 VERMONT AVE NW #13
$1,350,000 $810,000 $640,000 $429,900 $384,000 $382,000
VAUGHAN PLACE 3802 RODMAN ST NW #16
$345,000
WAKEFIELD 4740 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #715 $430,000 4740#713 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #713 $405,000 4600 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #110/110A $275,000 4600 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #325 $255,000
WATERFRONT $263,000
WESLEY HEIGHTS 4200 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #116
$1,680,000
1155 23RD ST NW #N6E 1155 23RD ST NW #PH2G 1111 23RD ST NW #S2B 1111 23RD ST NW #8D 2425 L ST NW #218 1230 23RD ST NW #919 1140 23RD ST NW #207 2311 M ST NW #703 2311 M ST NW #604 2201 L ST NW #609 1010 25TH ST NW #211
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$2,350,000 $1,850,000 $1,700,000 $1,505,000 $520,000 $449,000 $445,000 $438,500 $420,000 $255,000 $309,500
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2801 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #29 $575,000 2 2501 CALVERT ST NW #302 $280,000 1
COOP ADAMS MORGAN 1820 CLYDESDALE PL NW #402 1669 COLUMBIA RD NW ## 411 3060 16TH STREET NW #208
$399,000 $379,000 $265,000
CAPITOL HILL 437 2ND ST SE #2-B 115 2ND ST NE #12
$405,000 $335,000
CATHEDRAL HEIGHTS
$265,000
CLEVELAND PARK 3930 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #202-H 3600 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #402 3600 CONNECTICUT AVE NW #303 3001 PORTER ST NW #100 2800 DEVONSHIRE PL NW #103
$575,000 $330,000 $330,000 $216,000 $186,000
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DUPONT 1526 17TH ST NW #301 1701 16TH ST NW #748 1514 17TH ST NW #108 1514 17TH ST NW #209
$599,000 $312,500 $241,500 $229,000
FOGGY BOTTOM 2500 VIRGINIA AVE NW #1407-S 2700 VIRGINIA AVE NW #1508 2700 VIRGINIA AVE NW #115 2500 VIRGINIA AVE NW #703-S 2475 VIRGINIA AVE NW #821 700 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE NW #919
$1,250,000 $1,095,000 $863,000 $650,000 $525,000 $500,000
FOREST HILLS 3001 VEAZEY TER NW #1519
$233,500
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HILLCREST 2712 31ST ST SE #A-653
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$690,000 $625,000 $609,000 $465,000 $451,500 $362,500 $280,000 $220,000
WOODLEY
4000 CATHEDRAL AVE NW #329B
TRINIDAD
1435 4TH ST SW #B215 2 1 1
$465,000 $459,000 $451,000 $449,000 $410,000 $384,500 $327,000
$65,000
KALORAMA 2540 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #304 1852 COLUMBIA RD NW #202 1901 WYOMING AVE NW #58
$1,240,000 $605,000 $334,100
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1860 WYOMING AVE NW #4 1901 WYOMING AVE NW #27
LANIER HEIGHTS
1801 CLYDESDALE PL NW #312-313 1791 LANIER PL NW #2
MASSACHUSETTS AVE HTS 2700 CALVERT ST NW #212
MOUNT PLEASANT
2707 ADAMS MILL RD NW #206 1705 LANIER PL NW #204
NAVY YARD
1000 NEW JERSEY AVE SE #808 1000 NEW JERSEY AVE SE #404 1000 NEW JERSEY AVE SE #929
OBSERVATORY CIRCLE 4101 CATHEDRAL AVE NW #805 4000 CATHEDRAL AVE NW #731B 4000 CATHEDRAL AVE NW #336B 4101 CATHEDRAL AVE NW #206 4000 CATHEDRAL AVE NW #242B
OLD CITY #2
1701 16TH ST NW #646 1514 17TH ST NW #B2 1701 16TH ST NW #408
RLA (SW)
1301 DELAWARE AVE SW #N-123 1311 DELAWARE AVE SW #S834 1311 DELAWARE AVE SW #S634
SW WATERFRONT
530 N SW #S-907 357 O ST SW #T-357 1311 DELAWARE AVE SW #S732
THOMAS CIRCLE
1300 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #303
WATERFRONT
490 M ST SW #W600 560 N ST SW #N-112 560 N ST SW #N-203
WATERGATE
700 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE NW #105 ◆
$329,000 $277,200
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$345,000 $331,000
2 1
$640,000
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$339,000 $299,000
1 1
$352,500 $340,000 $327,258
1 1 1
$590,000 $289,000 $280,000 $270,000 $240,000
3 1 1 2 1
$388,000 $292,500 $179,000
1 1 0
$189,000 $175,000 $165,000
1 1 1
$515,000 $431,000 $220,000
1 3 2
$324,500
1
$324,000 $289,000 $274,900
1 1 1
$660,000
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ndependence Day means fireworks, parades, cookouts and American history. Among Capitol Hill haunts marking our nation’s 238th birthday is Barracks Row’s Ambar. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 4, Ambar is serving “unlimited small plates” and “free-flowing brunch cocktails.” Priced at $35 per person, guests may partake of assorted mezze, soups, salads, sandwiches, egg dishes, crepes and desserts. Ambar also dispenses more than 30 varieties of rakia, a potent potable distilled from fermented fruit. For more information call 202-813-3039 or www. ambarrestaurant.com.
Grilling
Awards Gala honors individuals and organizations of the region’s restaurants and foodservice community. This year, several restaurants on or near Capitol Hill garnered honors: Best New Restaurant: Red Hen (Bloomingdale); Rising Culinary Star: Michael Friedman of Red Hen; Everyday Casual Restaurant: Toki Underground (Atlas District plus a pop up at Union Market); Regional Food and Beverage Producer: Red Apron Butcher (multiple locations including Union Market). Restaurateur of the Year: Michael Babin of Neighborhood Restaurant Group, which includes Red Apron and Bluejacket (Navy Yard area). The 2014 Duke Zeibert Capital Achievement Award went to Hill resident and New Orleans na-
On July 4th, at Ambar on Barracks Row, enjoy the Ambar
burger and Balkan salad. Photo: Goran Foto If you’re celebrating the Fourth in your own back yard, you can find outdoor grilling supplies, ideRAMMY WINNERS al for our tiny Hill back yards, at Leah Daniels’ Local foodies not glued to Hill’s Kitchen: “SpaceSaver” rib racks that hold the US-Portugal World Cup five slabs upright; several kinds of skewers; grill basmatchup cheered their favorkets; cookbooks; aprons; colorful napkins (paper ite restaurants at the 32nd anand fabric); umpteen aprons and Uncle Brutha’s nual RAMMY Awards ceremobarbecue sauce. ny June 22. Held at the Walter Hill’s Kitchen is also offering cooking classes Washington Convention Cen(upstairs) all summer, conducted by Marta Mireck. ter, the black-tie gala was emScheduled for July: basic knife skills; farmers’ marceed by Fox 5 News meteoket basket (July crops); handmade pasta; summer rologist Sue Tralka. Presented fruits. Located at 713 D St. SE, Hill’s Kitchen is by the Restaurant Associaclosed Monday. For exact class schedule and more tion Metropolitan Washinginformation call202-543-1997. ton (RAMW), The RAMMY
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TOP TO BOTTOM; L to R: Hank’s on the Hill entrance. Photo by Shane Mayson Photo of Chef de Cuisine for Hank’s on the Hill, Liz Clifford. Photo by Shane Mayson Lobster Roll with Old Bay Fries. Photo by Daniel Swartz Current selection of House Made sodas (L to R Sage-Citrus, Rosehips and Orange). Photo by Gina Chersevani
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tive Lynne Breaux, former RAMW president. After the ceremony, the 1,800 guests partook of a lavish buffet before dancing the night away. Yes, we were kept abreast of World Cup developments. For more information visit therammys.org or email therammys@ramw.org.
Sweet Treats Coming soon to Barracks Row is District Doughnut, at 749 Eighth St. SE. Look for the confectionary sometime this month, we hope. Folks got a sweet preview at the Second Annual DC Donut Crawl last month. Could doughnuts be the “new” cupcakes?
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Wine about it Down the street at 545 Eighth St. SE, DCanter is presenting a South African wine survey July 9 from 7 to 8 p.m. The $35 per person admission includes samples of six varieties, served with artisan cheeses and discounts on bottles you wish
to purchase. If you have not tasted South African vintages, you are in for a treat. Since this is a seated class, space is limited. For tickets and more information call 202-817-3803, or email: hello@dcanter.com.
Lunch bunch Due to popular demand, Hank’s Oyster Bar, 633 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, now serves lunch daily, including on weekends. The menu is the same, with seasonal specials, all seven days. Having heard raves about Gina’s house-made citrus-sage soda, we lunched there recently. New Chef de Cuisine Liz Clifford’s “small plates” selection is the way to go, allowing diners to share. Seafood ceviche is an appealing mélange of calamari, shrimp and a mild white fish, spritzed with just enough lime. Popcorn shrimp and calamari arrive in a seemingly bottomless bucket, accompanied by cayenne remoulade. Chilled marinated roasted beets rounded out our repast. We were tempted
by the bountiful fish and chips and the lobster roll--next time. Lunch for two with a drink apiece came to about $45 before tip. For more information call 202-733-1971 or visitwww.hanksoysterbar.com.
Pret a Manger Up the street (on the corner) from Bearnaise, Pret a Manger, the London created coffee/sandwich/soup and salad chain, is opening an outlet at 301 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. Formerly occupied by Cosi, the 4,300 square foot eatery—due to arrive later this summer or early fall-will occupy two levels, plus a spacious outdoor patio.
Rio on the Potomac Sometime next year, Texas de Brazil, a churrascaria-style international chain, is opening at 455 Mass. Ave. NW. The 9,400 square foot Brazilian-style steakhouse will join other Texas de Brazil outposts are scattered around the globe.
Crunch Time Here’s a healthy snack to take to a Nats game: crunchy roasted chickpeas. The organic noshes are produced by 2Armadillos, a fledgling company located in Union Kitchen, near Union Market. Founders are Jimmy Edgerton and Greg Katz. The tasty tidbits are roasted in olive or coconut oil and tossed in four kinds of seasonings: spicy cayenne, rosemary, cinnamon toast and tomato/basil. We sampled them all and they are delicious. You can find them in shops all over town, including Hill’s Kitchen, 713 D St. SE. The chickpea packets come in various sizes. For more information visit www.2armadillos.com. Celeste McCall is a long-time food and restaurant writer on Capitol Hill. She can be reached at celeste@ us.net; her blog is Celestial Bites. u
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The vibrant Chef Bart Vandaele at Belga’s helm prepares the leek ribbons that are subsequently ‘melted’ in butter and stock.
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Chef’s
Bart Vandaele at Belga
Table
by Annette Nielsen; Photos by Andrew Lightman
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e met at Belga Café’on the day that Belgium had just won over Algeria, 2-1, in the World Cup, and Chef Bart Vandaele wore his team’s colors in a red shirt with accents of yellow and black. This Star Chef’s DC Rising Star of 2006 (a coveted designation pertaining to upand-coming culinary stand-outs) and Top Chef participant hails from the Flemish speaking part of Belgium. He grew up immersed in the industry – his father was a chef and his family owned a restaurant, “The more my father told me not to pursue this as a career, the more I wanted to do it.” He adds, “I had always grown up knowing about food and where it came from. My paternal grandmother had a grocery store, and behind the store, my grandfather was a butcher and processed animals people would bring in – I learned how to do this work at a very young age. My maternal grandparents had a feed store, as well as a bar.” Vandaele enrolled in culinary school in Ghent at age 12 and studied the finer points of culinary arts in the European tradition, which included service and management. After graduating and working for a couple of Michelin-starred restaurants in Belgium, he had the opportunity to work as an executive chef in the diplomatic corps, landing him in DC with an embassy job in 1997. Vandaele used to live at Eastern Market near 7th and C streets and it was while having a meal at neighborhood mainstay Tunnicliff’s that he had a conversation that would change
The completed Beer Poached Halibut recipe by Chef Bart Vandaele , while poached in a dark Abbey-style Belgian beer with a malty flavor, is great served and paired with a lighter pale lager, like Stella Artois.
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For this chef who keeps a few chickens, grows many of his own herbs at his home (he has since moved to Alexandria), as well as herbs he grows on Belga’s roof, he loves the quiet time in the early morning hours tending to the plants before the day’s pace quickens. With an upbeat and fun attitude towards his work Vandaele says, “I enjoy the craziness of this business – nothing ever becomes routine, because every day is different – I love what I do, and I do what I love.” While he misses Belgian specialties like Jambon d’Ardennes (a lighter version of prosciutto), Cuberdon (cone or nose-shaped) raspberry-flavored candy from Ghent, and might pack up some of the coveted mustard from Tierenteyn-Verlent on trips back to Belgium, he says with enthusiasm, “I always have cravings specific to different countries, but here I have the best of both worlds – Belgian and American.” Last year, he embarked on another project, B Too, a restaurant in the popular 14th Street corridor and between the two restaurants he now has 80 employees. Chef Bart Vandaele instructs the author how to plate the “Some of my staff has been here for alBeer Poached Halibut recipe with placement of the classic vanilla beurre blanc. most a decade,” he says, “it’s all about good communication – whether it’s with the staff or our customers.” his career path. His impact on the DC culinary scene has “The conversation was about a neighborhood resonated through an annual July event – Belgian space where I might open a restaurant,” says VanRestaurant Week. The week culminates with daele, “one that grew into opening Belga in 2004. about 20 chefs preparing a feast of the best that One of the first of the wave of restaurants that Belgian cuisine has to offer. have opened on Barracks Row, Belga was the first As he gets ready to travel to Aspen for the anall-Belgian restaurant in the District. “We were nual Food & Wine Festival, he’ll be rubbing elasked to sign on to a category for an online (resbows with chefs like Tom Colicchio, Giada de taurant) system in the early days – I told them we Laurentis, Jacques Pepin and Marcus Samuelsson didn’t fit their categories (French or European) – and as a brand ambassador for Stella Artois, he’ll and that when they had ‘Belgian’ as a selection, I be on deck cooking with his favorite Belgian beers would sign on.” for a number of meals. Vandaele says, “At Belga While offering dishes commonly associated we were able to start a real beer culture – what Belgium, such as waffles, and mussels and frites, you find being produced in most microbreweries Belga Café’s menu also includes more exotic dishes such as Coquilles met Kaviaar (scallops with careflects back to Belgian beers.” vier) and Stoofpotje van konijnebil (braised rabHere, you can try one of the chef’s seasonal bit legs in mustard beer sauce). The extensive beer dishes that uses some great Belgian beer: list features Belga’s special beer cocktails as well as over 100 different beers. “At Belga we were able to start a real beer culture – what you find being produced in most microbreweries reflects back to Belgian beers,” Vandaele says.
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Chef Bart Vandaele’s Beer Poached Halibut Serves 4 2 pounds halibut ½ to ¾ pound baby or cherry tomatoes ½ to ¾ pound of leeks ¾ cup zucchini, chopped (ends removed) ½ cup onion, chopped 1 vanilla bean 2 bottles of dark beer (preferably a dark Abbey beer from Belgium) 16 leaves cilantro 12 ounces unsalted butter (1 ½ sticks) ½ cup heavy cream ½ teaspoon thyme ¼ cup chicken stock or water 2 shallots, diced 2 bay leaves ¼ cup white vinegar 4 ounces (1/2 cup) dry white wine ½ cup baby gray shrimp (these come in from the North Sea; you may substitute chopped pieces of lobster or regular shrimp) 1. Halibut: In a large saucepan combine the beer, 2 ounces butter, thyme and cilantro. Simmer over low heat, melting the butter. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Once butter has melted, cook the halibut pieces in the liquid in a gentle simmer for 3 minutes. When finished, remove halibut from liquid and set on a plate, covered. 2. Tomatoes: Put the baby tomatoes in a sauté pan with salt and pepper; cook over medium-high heat for a couple of minutes until they split; remove from heat and set aside. 3. Leeks: Clean and slice leeks in thin ribbons. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 ounce of butter. Mix in leeks, salt, pepper, 1 bay leaf, chicken stock (or water) and cook over medium heat until the leek becomes limp, but not browned. Set aside.
4. Zucchini puree: Melt 1 ounce of butter in a sauté pan. Add ¼ cup chopped onions and 3/4 cup chopped zucchini. Add about 1 cup water and ¼ cup heavy cream. Cook for 10 minutes over medium heat until fork tender. Transfer to blender and puree; add salt and pepper to taste. 5. Vanilla beurre blanc: In a heavy saucepan, place chopped shallots, white vinegar and dry white wine. Add ¼ cup heavy cream and 1 stick (8 ounces) butter. Over low heat, stir until butter melts, but do not boil. Add vanilla bean (open the pod and scrape seed into the liquid) salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer to blender and mix on low. 6. Baby gray shrimp – warm very gently for about a minute or two on low heat just to heat through – do not over-cook. Set aside. 7. Assembly: Place a small bundle of leeks in the center of a plate, perch a piece of the halibut on top, followed by a few of the tomatoes. Place a few dollops of zucchini puree around the fish, followed by a sprinkling of the baby shrimp. Drizzle on a couple of tablespoons of the vanilla beurre blanc and serve. Annette Nielsen is a writer and a cook who has been engaged in food, farming and sustainability issues for over two decades. The food editor of the Hill Rag, Nielsen’s experience includes catering, teaching a range of cooking classes for adults and youth, leading farm tours and coordinating artisanal food events. She is the editor of two Adirondack Life cookbooks, Northern Bounty and Northern Comfort, and is at work on an Eastern Market cookbook. Nielsen heads up Kitchen Cabinet Events, a culinary and farm-to-fork inspired event and cooking instruction business. u
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Offbeat Summer Movies
A Twisty, Globe-Trotting Puzzler and a Heart-Wrenching Look at Combat by Mike Canning Third Person Paul Haggis is a writer/director who had a string of film successes in the last decade, winning two Academy Awards in a row for screenwriting with “Million Dollar Baby” (2004) and “Crash” (2004). He also penned the highly praised “Letters from Iwo Jima” (2006) and “In the Valley of Elah” (2007). Besides screenwriting, he also directed both “Crash” and “Elah.” Now he has turned to writing and directing again with his new multi-layered film “Third Person.” The film resembles “Crash” in structure, presenting, as the earlier did, several separate story strands which hint at some kind of eventual convergence. Here, he internationalizes his stories by placing them in three world capitals (the film, rated “R,” runs a too-long 137 minutes). In the framing story, a prize-winning novelist, Michael (Liam Neeson), has writer’s block in a Parisian apartment while having an affair, both cozy and tumultuous, with an ambitious young journalist, Anna (Olivia Wilde). Left behind at home is his long-suffering wife Elaine (Kim Basinger). In the second thread, Scott (Adrien Brody) is a hustler stealing Italian clothing designs who becomes accidentally involved with a striking Roma (gypsy)
woman named Monika (Moran Atias) and is dragged, not too reluctantly, into her search to recover her son from shady malefactors. Finally, in New York, an unemployed actress, Julia (Mila Kunis), victim of a family tragedy, is estranged from her artist husband Rick (James Franco) and her beloved son and must earn money as a maid in a hotel to make any claim to custody for the boy. She is aided in her cusis a second film on the Afghan war, the tale of an outpost fought tody battle by her wound-tight “Korengal” for, tenuously established, yet finally abandoned as unsupportable. lawyer Theresa (Maria Bello). full of contrived arguments and pointless fencing. Going in, knowing the Julia’s story of a life lived on the edge of ecofilm was created by Haggis, you ponder the three nomic and maternal ruin is made believable by Kustorylines being independently spun out and specnis’s breathless performance (she is always late for ulate where and how they will intersect. It’s a nareverything as pressures mount), and she is nicely rative game you play with the writer to see how he seconded by Bello as her patient lawyer. However, pulls it off. “Crash,” combined those disparate eleJulia’s antagonist-husband, played by Franco, is a ments fairly effectively and with some final punch. thin and insipid character (and a really bad artist!). “Third Person,” to these eyes, falls short, both in Best of the triad is the Rome story—which I the execution of the various parts and the lack of admit I favor because of its Italian settings. Brody is a solid payoff. Studio hype a very ugly (but plausible) American in Rome, but highlights the film as rife you believe his falling for the feisty Monika. The “with mystery, puzzles... surprise of the film is Atias (an Israeli model turned nothing is what it seems,” actress) as Monika, a striking woman of sugar and but it turns out to be a mysvinegar whom you root for yet don’t really trust. It’s tery not worth solving and a vigorous performance that stands out in the starwith a resolution that nevry ensemble. er comes. The Parisian story of the writer’s hanky-panKorengal ky-spanky in Paris is by “Restrepo” was one of the best films of the year 2010. far the weakest link. The Made by a two-man crew of American journalist Sedour, bearish Neeson and bastian Junger and English cameraman Tim Hethinconsequential Wilde are erington, this wrenching documentary gave filmgoan unsettling and embarers a believable taste of the Afghan war. Junger and rassing “love” match (he’s Hetherington dug in for a year, off-and-on, in 200762, she’s 30) with almost 2008 with an airborne combat team of the 2nd Batno credibility as “writers.” tle Company of the 503rd Infantry Regiment in KoThey also spout some of rengal Valley, one of the war’s most strategic sites Haggis’s weakest dialogue, (this film opened June 27th in selected theaters; it
Adrian Brody and Moran Atias”Third Person” directed by Paul Haggis.
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runs 84 minutes and is rated “R”) Since the filming of “Restrepo” (the name honors a dead comrade of the company), its cameraman Hetherington was a casualty of war himself, killed in the Libyan conflict in April 2011. Junger and Hetherington had always planned a second film on the experience of the company, so Junger and a small production team went back to the on-site footage and original soldier interviews unused in the first film to create “Korengal,” a second chapter of this tale of an outpost fought for, tenuously established, yet finally abandoned as unsupportable. Like its predecessor, “Korengal” reveals extraordinary insight into the surreal combination of hard labor, deadly boredom, terrifying firefights, and virile camaraderie as US soldiers painfully contested the Taliban in northeastern Afghanistan. This time, however, on-site action sequences are muted to concentrate on the interviews with the men of “Restrepo.” The same soldiers appear again, both halting and articulate, from their no-nonsense captain through battletough sergeants to young groundpounders. They disclose striking testimony about their experience, like one soldier who explains that he misses the war now that his deployment has ended and admits he would go back to the front line in a heartbeat. What these pair of films also reveal (they should be seen together, if possible) is the overwhelming futility of US military actions in very alien environments where we have no mortal stake. The real drama story, however, resides with the men of the 2nd Battle Company, who evince no ideological bent or facile gung-ho. Their total motivation is defense of their “buddies,” those guys to their left and their right, and they are candid witnesses to one disconcerting military venture.
Films on the (Almost) Hill Since the closure of the multiplex at Union Station some years ago, Capitol Hill has not had a movie venue. Last month, on June 13th, the Angelika Pop-up Theater opened, offering for the first time, “high-end mainstream” cinema in the near Northeast. Located in an old warehouse at 550 Penn Street, NE (Unit 5) just one block north of Union Market, the new (temporary) Angelika consists of three small black-box theaters, each with about 50 seats. This is the first venture by the Angelika Film Center chain in DC. The firm aims to eventually build an entirely new multiplex to supercede the Pop-Up in the same neighborhood by the end of 2015. At its opening, the Angelika premiered with what is likely to be typical fare: a lively documentary of a showbiz fixture, “Supermensch: The Legend of Shep Gordon,” and a 20th anniversary showing of the French period piece, “Queen Margot.” The Angelika Film Center company specializes in independent and foreign-language films and opened its flagship movie house in Manhattan in 1989. At a press day, this reviewer was impressed with the fine state-ofthe-art digital projection and relatively large screens in what is a modest viewing space (no fancy seats or cup holders). As part of the experience, the theater offers a café (in the lobby) and a selection of semi-esoteric foodstuffs and snacks, including alcoholic drinks. Tickets will be sold by reservation. www.angelikapopup.com. Hill resident Mike Canning has written on movies for the Hill Rag since 1993 and is a member of the Washington Area Film Critics Association. He is the author of “Hollywood on the Potomac: How the Movies View Washington, DC.” His reviews and writings on film can be found online at www.mikesflix.com. u
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A Compendium of Readers, Writers, Books, & Events
by Karen Lyon Jonah at Work It’s always the way. When James Herbert finally had the time to share the benefit of his work experience with his children, they had long since flown the nest. So he focused on his grandchildren’s generation. In “To Jonah, When You Are Twenty-Five,” he distills a lifetime of wisdom into a series of letters addressed to a hypothetical grandson. “Jonah,” he writes, “by the time you are twenty-five, I hope you’ll still want to hear about what I learned, and not just in 140-character spurts.” Herbert’s discourse is learned and wide-ranging, from soaring thoughts about fulfilling a humanist agenda and committing to moral equality, to practical workaday tips such as “do the hardest thing first.” Using anecdotes and real-life examples, he wrestles with the distinction between rules and principles and struggles with mastering the art of constructive communication.
James Herbert offers workplace advice–and more–to the next generation. Photo: Virginia (Tilla) Durr
While Herbert evokes an impressive backup group of experts, such as Erikson and Buber, he takes their ideas a step further. “You could say, Jonah,” he writes, “that much of these letters has been about going from the ‘knowing that’ of a liberal education to the ‘knowing how’ of working in a modern organization.” And if anybody knows workplace ins and outs, it’s James Herbert. After a career in university teaching, he served on the College Board in New York City and as a senior official at the National Endowment for the Humanities. His advice is hard-won, and, whether you’re a new graduate or a seasoned professional, well worth heeding.
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Christopher Datta’s new thriller explores the darkness that one man carries inside him.
Heart of Darkness When his old friend Bill challenges Kevin Houdek to join him at his medical clinic in a war-torn corner of Africa, Kevin expects a dose of “dangerous and depressing” reality. What he doesn’t anticipate is that he will return a changed man. In “The Demon Stone,” a new supernatural thriller by Christopher Datta, the age-old spirit of a “red-eyed beast” follows Kevin back home, menacing him and the people close to him. “It’s like a virus,” he tries to explain to his friend Liz. “I brought it back, God help us all, and I don’t know how to stop it.” In chapters that alternate between Africa and a camping trip in Minnesota—where Kevin has fled with Liz and his daughter Beth in a desperate attempt to escape the evil he carries with him— the horrifying story slowly unfolds. And even the pristine lakes and woods can’t hold back the encroaching threat. “There are doors that no one should open,” says Kevin. “Things you see that you will never unsee. Things you learn that you can never unlearn.” Don’t read this one before you go to bed. And, if you do, leave the lights on. Christopher Datta served as a civil conflict specialist with the US State Department, most recently in South Sudan. His previous novel, “Touched With Fire,” was inspired by the true story of Ellen Craft, who escaped slavery by disguising herself as a man. Find him at http://touchedwithfire.org.
Stories with a Bang Luther Kane is plagued by a recurring nightmare where his legs are blown off by a landmine in a snowy field in Kosovo. Except that when he awak-
ens, his legs are still gone. In “Damaged Goods,” a new story by Quintin Peterson, the former UN Police officer is now a detective with an office above the Last Stop Liquor Store on South Capitol Street. He’s got a new life, a new set of state-of-the-art prosthetic legs—and a new job that has landed him knocked out cold on the floor of a house owned by a Russian mob boss. How will he manage to get out of this one? Will he ever avenge his client, a prostitute who has had her leg cut off as punishment for trying to escape? If you’re seeing a theme here, it’s not coincidental. Peterson’s story appears in a new chari-
Quintin Peterson has an explosive new story in an anthology dedicated to wiping out landmines. Photo: Andre E. Myrick
ty anthology, “Explosions,” edited by Scott Bradley, created to raise money for the Mines Advisory Group (www.maginternational.org), an organization dedicated to eradicating the deadly legacy of unexploded ordnance. Other contributors include Jeffrey Deaver, John Sayles, Peter Straub, James Grady, and the late Amy Wallace. The stories expose the horrors of what Bradley calls “our landmined world,” and while sometimes dark, they all convey “a powerful sense of humanity and understanding.” This is noir with a heart—and “Damaged Goods” is a first-rate example. Quintin Peterson served as a DC police officer for 28 years, and has published three DCbased crime novels, a book of poetry, and several short stories, including “Guarding Shakespeare,” about the Folger Shakespeare Library, where he currently works.
This Month on the Hill The Literary Hill BookFest Reading Series presented by the DC Public Library features Garrett
THE POETIC HILL Peck, author of “Capital Beer: A Heady History of Brewing in Washington, D.C.,” July 17, 7 p.m., Southeast Neighborhood Library, southeastlibrary@dc.org, 202698-3377. The D.C. Public Library’s Summer Reading program offers four age-specific themes this year: “Read With Me,” for newborns to age five; “Fizz, Boom, Read” for ages 6 to 12; “Spark a Reaction,” for teens 13 to 19; and “Literary Elements” for adults. All ages can win prizes, including tickets to a Nationals baseball game. www.dclibrary.org/summereading
ers are expected to include Alice McDermott, Sandra Day O’Connor, Elizabeth McCracken, Mona Simpson, Paul Auster, Kai Bird, and illustrator Bob Staake. www.loc.gov/bookfest/.
The Lyon’s Share
Dear readers, are you stumbling over stacks of paperbacks? Is your nightstand starting to resemble the front window of Capitol Hill Books? If so, you may be suffering from Book Creep. One remedy is to take your extras to the Friends of Southeast Library for their monthly book sale. Try to resist the temptation to bring home more than you drop off—and don’t mistakenly buy back your own books. (It happens. I know.) Another idea is the Little Free Library (http://littlefreelibrary.org). A relatively recent phenomenon in DC, the idea originated in Wisconsin several years ago and there are now an estimated 15,000 of the miniature libraries worldwide. Each box invites passers-by to take a book and Take a book, leave a book. Repeat. Photo: Karen Lyon leave a book. I’ve found at least two on the Hill: one near the corner of MassaSmithsonian Associates offers two chusetts and 13th St SE, and another in evening programs—“Shakespeare at 450: the 500 block of A St SE. The catch, of A Standing Ovation” with Carol Ann course, is that they’re swaps—which may Lloyd-Stanger, July 15, 6:45 p.m., and leave you better read, but does little to al“Sam Kean: Science’s Premier Story Tellleviate your space problem. er,” July 16, 6:45 p.m.—and a day-long So how do you get rid of your genseminar, “The Regency World of Jane tly-read books? If you’ve got suggestions— Austen” with Bonita Billman, July 19, including how to donate them to local 9:30 a.m. www.smithsonianassociates.org. homeless shelters, prisons, or rehab facilities—please send them to me at klyon@ Next Month literaryhillbookfest.org. Help wipe out Note that the National Book Festival is Book Creep! u earlier and in a new venue this year. The Library of Congress’s annual event is Sat., August 30, at the Convention Center, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The first-ever evening hours will be dedicated to special events such as a poetry slam and a “supersession” for graphic-novel fans. Headlin-
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im Roberts is the author of four books of poems, including “To the South Pole,” a collection of blank verse sonnets in the voice of Antarctic explorer Robert Falcon Scott, which will be published by Broadkill Press in October 2014. She is editor of the Beltway Poetry Quarterly, co-editor (with Dan Vera) of the website exhibit DC Writers’ Homes, and teaches a poetry class each spring at the Folger Shakespeare Library. Find her at www.kimroberts.org.
THE CAPITOL “To-night I have been wandering awhile in the capitol, which is all lit up. The illuminated rotunda looks fine. I like to stand aside and look a long, long while, up at the dome; it comforts me somehow.” --Walt Whitman, Specimen Days So solemn on its hill, so singular, so grand, the Capitol at night glows, burnished, the dome convex against a concave sky. Walt Whitman liked to wander these moon-lit grounds after tending wounded soldiers. Floodlit tonight, the same trees he so admired by gaslight drop their shadows, like rippling ghosts coasting above the grass. Was it the same breeze? The tourists have gone home; the senators have gone to bed. The breeze slings a blue spell over the columns and balustrades: Another century’s moon suffuses the dome’s arches and portals, the interlocking vertebrae of each state. I could not say why the Capitol in its night aspect consoles, whispering, breathing. But it does. If you would like to have your poem considered for publication, please send it to klyon@literaryhillbookfest.org. (There is no remuneration.) u
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teve Fleming never really leaves his world—the world of painting, looking, teaching, exploring. It is all around him, in his studio, his home and his mind. It usually comes in the form of light and works its way through paint: watercolors, acrylics, and recently, oils. His world is visually unlimited, whether it’s a river bank, vases of flowers, cows in a field (he loves cows), boats in a harbor, or similar ideas expressed in abstract compositions. He dares to cross the great divide between abstract and “realism.” and can move in and out effortlessly. He teaches both at the Art League in Alexandria. The power is not in the subject, it’s in the sweep of the brush stroke—the loose placement of colors that balance a composition, the suggestion of real things with the movement of bright lights scattered through fields of warm and cool contrasts. His small outdoor-painted, “plein air” landscapes are subdued and calming. Happy.
He lets the color fly in his acrylic abstracts. You might have to search for the meaning, but it is in there, giving the surface the depth and perspective of the landscapes. This is partly because they are abstracted from nature. You can see the stars – the sun – the fields of flowers…if you let your mind run free of the usual expectations. Steve is a lifelong watercolor painter who has experimented with acrylics, and discovered oils a couple of years ago, beginning a new uninhibited love affair. His
“River’s Edge” Steve Fleming, 11x14, Oil on canvas panel
by Jim Magner watercolors will not be in his July exhibition at Touchstone Gallery, but they set the foundation for all of his recent work. Abstract watercolors are rare, and his are wonderful. His “Creation of the Universe” series is as free, wild and in some ways as mysterious as the universe itself His Touchstone Gallery show is titled, “Surface and Light.” (See, At the Galleries) That’s exactly what it is about. www. steveflemingartiststudio.com. www.touchstonegallery.com.
Jim Magner’s Thoughts on Art Some days you control the paint. Some days it controls you. Sometimes the paint creates its own success no matter how you try to mess it up. Painters often refer to those instances as “happy accidents,” but I think the paint is often smarter than I am. It whispers ideas in my ear, but I may ignore those free insights. It may then scream at me through an optical bullhorn, but I may be too dense or stubborn to pay attention. At other times I can orchestrate the pigments like a conductor, and they dutifully follow my brushy baton. A little softer on the trumpet golds, a little louder with the clarinet blacks and drum head whites, a touch of piccolo silver with the cello browns. And then the dark clouds of indecision move in like Super Storm Sandy and my confidence becomes inundated, soggy and sunk. That’s when I pray for the happy accidents. Steve Fleming just keeps painting. (See Artist Profile) If something doesn’t work out right, he just starts again with a joyful freedom that often escapes me. I usually keep trying to “make something happen.” He takes the blue-collar approach. “You have to become one with the paint and paint the
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At the Museums “Andrew Wyeth: Looking Out, Looking In” National Gallery of Art – West Bld. 7th and Constitution NW – Nov. 30 Andrew Wyeth, 1917-2009, is one of the best-known and publically loved painters of 20th century America. His works in tempura and watercolor always contained a quiet, lonely loveliness, and were often sentimental at a time when many, if not most, prominent artists and critics rejected, and often despised those qualities. This major exhibition focuses on Wyeth’s fascination with windows, which he described as beginning in the summer of 1947, and includes some 60 works on paper. As usual, the gallery’s curators provide insights regarding his craft as well as his vision. You can read the excellent explanations and analysis, or you can stand in the middle of the room and turn in a circle and discover where you eye lands first in each composition—the focal point. It is usually the brightest spot on the canvas, but sometimes it is the darkest. Check out his use of diagonals as well as secondary focal points to move your eye around the picture.
Degas/Cassatt National Gallery of Art – West Bld. 7th and Constitution NW – Oct. 5 The other major show at the NGA is Degas/Cassatt. Mary Cassatt is closely associated with Degas, with whom she painted and grew as an artist, but had a reciprocal influence on his work as well. That influence is not well understood, and is closely examined in this exhibit. It includes over 70 works in a variety of media. Again the curators provide “groundbreaking technical analysis” and much historic information, but just wandering through, looking at these great works can alone be worth it. The two-way “Influence” is there certainly, but Degas is always Degas, and Cassatt is always softer and warmer.
At the Galleries “Zenith Zoo” Zenith Gallery Presents 1111 Penn. Ave., NW –Aug. 30 “Zenith Zoo: Artistic Interpretations of our Planetary Partners” is a fun show that has serious implications for the appreciation of animals. It runs through August and includes the interpretations of over ten Zenith artists. You will find almost every artistic medium, and subjects to laugh with, and some to simply admire. www.zenithgallery.com.
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Steve Fleming Touchstone Gallery 901 New York Ave NW July 5-27 Opening Recep: Sat. July 5, 1-5 Encore Party: Fri, July 25, 6-8:30 Steve Fleming (See, Artist Profile) exhibits his small oil landscapes in Gallery B, and his large oil and acrylic abstracts in Gallery C. The show is appropriately titled “Surface and Light.” The contrast between the two styles demonstrates Fleming’s versatility and depth. The two approaches are tied together by the sense of movement he gets with the placement of lights and darks and warms and cools. This is a good place to begin your Christmas shopping for the important people in your life. The main gallery continues with “Road Trip.” Touchstone member artists hit the road, exploring the great American expanse in painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, collage, photography and drawing. www. touchstonegallery.com. American Painting Fine Art 5118 MacArthur Blvd., NW Washington, D.C. 20016 -- September 27 “Images of Washington “ by over 20 members of the Washington Society of Landscape Painters delivers just that, “plein air” works by the region’s prominent society of outdoor painters. These are recent works that capture the city streets and parks as we all experience them. www.classicamericanpainting.com. A Capitol Hill artist and writer, Jim can be reached at Artandthecity05@aol.com. Jim’s award-winning book, “A Haunting Beauty” can be acquired through www.ahauntingbeauty.com u
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Sauvignons of Summer by Lilia Coffin
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he bright citrus bite, the refreshing fruit, the light floral aromas, the sunshine and lime colors in the glass; everything about Sauvignon Blanc sings of summer. From the cool, minerally, Semillon-blended whites of Bordeaux to the mouthwatering melon fruit notes of New Zealand, Sauvignon Blanc is grown around the world with stunning results. The grape grows well in all types of climates, is produced with and without oakaging, and matches the fresh foods of the season with great ease in any of its variations. Whether cool and herbaceous or green and tropical, Sauvignon Blanc is the perfect white for hot weather.
France Sauvignon Blanc took its name from the French word for ‘wild’, sauvage. The grape grows quickly and easily and exhibits bold flavors. The French were the first to develop and grow Sauvignon Blancs and some of the best still come out of Bordeaux, from Entre-Deux-Mers, and the Loire Valley’s Touraine, Sancerre, and Pouilly-Fume’.
full-bodied mouth-feel, exceptional concentration, great acids and a long finish. 20% Semillon again balances the tart quality with honey and floral notes. The eastern Loire Valley holds the regions of Sancerre and, across the river, the town of Pouilly. The terroir contains limestone and flint, which comes across in their precision, world-standard Sauvignon Blancs. The name Pouilly-Fume’ was so-called because of the smoky mineral element the wine exhibited. Sancerres and Pouilly-Fume’ wines can be very similar, though the occasional use of oak aging, especially in Pouilly-Fume’, turns the wild grape into a different animal. The region of Touraine, to the west, produces similar blancs at outstanding values. 2011 Nicolas Gaudry Pouilly-Fume $24.99 Loire Valley, France Infused with a powerful natural smokiness and balanced acidity; it shows a very nice freshness and balance. The aromas are already expressing themselves with intensity and elegance. They’re dominated by nuances of white flowers, lemons, orange, and grapefruit, brightened by spice and a slight herbaceous touch.
2009 Domaine Des Allegrets Bordeaux Blanc $14.99 Entre-Deux-Mers, Bordeaux, France This wine is a fabulous example of EntreDeux-Mers’ Blancs. The region’s name translates to “between two seas” although the seas in question are actually two rivers. The white wines produced here are dry and crisp with citrus notes and hints of grassiness, and Allégret’s is no exception. Blended from Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, as most Bordeaux Blancs are, this light-bodied white has aromas of pineapple and apricot. Lemon custard flavors and a touch of bright grapefruit create a glass with ripe freshness and balanced acidity. It’s a dry wine that would be great to drink a little warmer than your usual chill to round out its flavors. Complement the Blanc’s crispness and serve alongside any fresh fish dish.
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2012 Chateau Castenet Entre-Deux-Mers $16.99 Entre-Deux-Mers, Bordeaux, France Another superb, younger option! This incredible white exhibits terrific minerality along with a
The small picturesque region of Styria in Southern Austria grows two things very well; wine grapes and pumpkins. Granite soil, steep hills, and cool climate make for taut and linear Sauvignon Blanc’s that can rate among the world’s best.
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2012 Vatan Mmmm Sauvignon Blanc $14.99 Loire Valley, France Bright citrus, crisp green apple and pear, a hint of melon, with white flowers and minerals on the finish. 2011 Bailly Les Blanches Pouilly-Fumé $39.99 Loire Valley, France Bright aromas of thyme and grapefruit lead to a lithe, juicy palate featuring grapefruit, citrus and mineral nuances. This is a particularly pure, understated Pouilly-Fume, free of any bitterness and persistently refreshing.
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2010 Wohlmuth Sauvignon Blanc Steinriegel $39.99 Southern Austria An exemplary wine for this region. Savory aromas and flavors; dense and spicy, with great interplay of cool minerals from the slate and warm, ripe fruit. This wine hails from the Steinriegl vineyard. A very steep (up to 78% incline) single vineyard located on high altitude with an aspect facing south-southwest. Grapes from this site produce wines with intense flavor and pronounced minerality. This vineyard was referred as one of the best single vineyards of the Austrian wine region of Styria for centuries.
California California’s Napa Valley produces some of the best American wines. The hot days give way to cool nights as the valleys suck in moisture and fog from the Pacific. The climate is key to growing ripe, vivacious, incredibly versatile Sauvignon Blancs. 2012 Barrique Cellars Sauvignon Blanc- Santa Ynez $19.99 Santa Ynez, Napa Valley, CA Tart grapefruit, fresh green apple, racy minerals, and just a hint of tropical fruit with a bright lingering finish. 2012 Broman Sauvignon Blanc $19.99 Napa Valley, CA Aromas of grapefruit, lemongrass and lime zest with undertones of tangerine make this wine so inviting. The vibrant citrus is rounded out with tropical and stone fruits on the palate with a clean, fresh finish. The bright acidity in the wine will hold up to many different cuisines, but this is also the perfect accompaniment to warm summer afternoons.
on the nose, this Sauvignon Blanc bursts with citrus. The palate mirrors the aromatics; ripe, zesty citrus, dried hay, tarragon and green plum are balanced by a backbone of clean, refreshing acidity
New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc put New Zealand wines on the map and with good reason. The cool climate and ocean air make for blancs with the tropical fruit of Californians and the balance and focus of Sancerre. 2013 Isabel Sauvignon Blanc $19.99 Marlborough, NZ Lush aromas of pineapple, Kaffir lime leaves, elderflower and lychee explode from the glass. The palate is rich, offering fresh green mango, passionfruit & guava. The finish is persistent and coupled with the classic Isabel wet-stone minerality, makes this wine extremely refreshing. With its balanced acidity this daring wine is delicious in its youth and a delightful accompaniment to those long, hot summer days.
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P roject by Jean-Keith Fagon
Thoughts Of A Jazz Lover Jazz can be enigmatic, an alchemy of mysterious sounds and moods that is spontaneous and yet deliberate in its free flowing creativity. The music can be complex, but good jazz feels as simple as first love— it goes straight to the heart and rests there, beating gently. At times, the music can be so life-like that it speaks to you with honesty and love. One still gets a keen sense of understanding of the complexity of the music. There is such a high note of haughtiness, perhaps a sort of natural aristocracy from a kind of inbred austerity about jazz that puts it in a class by itself, elevating one to a higher ground of one’s consciousness. It almost borders on elitism, and yet jazz strikes one as a beautiful music for everyone. And it is, especially for those of us who not only enjoy but truly love the music. True, most good jazz musicians more than likely think of jazz as the arbiter of modern music. And on a good day, I think they are correct. You can walk in your door after a hard day’s work and a harrowing Metro ride, put on Sarah Vaughn and your world is transformed. Your mind clears, your body relaxes and suddenly life is pretty good. There’s no drug in the world that can do that. Jazz is beautiful music.
Can You Feel It ••• Rick Braun Thankfully, the latest release in five years from trumpeter Rick Braun has all of his trademark sounds that his fans will find very familiar. It is almost 20 years to the day after he gave us Beat Street, the hitfilled album that launched his career as a contemporary smooth jazz performer. That thrilling trumpet sound that left us thinking of night parties on the streets and romantic getaways at some exotic beaches. Turning to his long-time friends like Dave Koz, Brian Culbertson, Euge Groove, Jeff Lorber, Phillippe Saisse and Elliott Yamin along with some of the finest backing musicians on the contemporary jazz scene, Mr. Braun has produced an album that has a true live sound by removing all the se-
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quencing except on one track. The result is an organic, buoyant and melodic romp led by Mr. Braun’s expressive trumpet and regal flugelhorn harmonies. He even dispenses salvos of valve trombone, which adds distinctive shades of soul. The taut rhythms and grooves on the ten original songs – nine of which were written or co-written by the horn man - are sculpted from blocks of funk, R&B and contemporary jazz while the collection’s lone vocal is a rollicking rendition of the soul classic “Take Me To The River.” A longtime Al Green fan, Mr. Braun invited soul singer Yamin and saxophonist Mr. Groove to jam on the jukebox joint. Lingering memories of a romantic vacation with his wife inspired Mr. Braun to pen “Mallorca,” a sultry and exotic contemporary jazz tryst. Mr. Saisse wrote the stunning “Another Kind Of Blue,” a gorgeous yet somber reflection that captures Mr. Braun’s evocative flugelhorn, conveying layers of emotional depth on the R&B ballad. Mr. Braun and keyboard pioneer Mr. Lorber join forces on “Delta,” a punchy R&B-funk-jazz hybrid. Another collaboration is “Radar” which Mr. Lorber cowrote with Mr. Braun. The rhythm section carves a nice pocket for Mr. Braun’s trumpet lead on “The Dream” and “Silk” that he accentuates with flugelhorn flourishes.
Driftwood ••• Wolfgang Muthspiel, ECM Austrian guitarist Wolfgang Muthspiel makes his debut as an ECM leader. Supported by two masterful musicians, Larry Grenadier (double-bass) and Brian Blade (drums), his musical style rests somewhere between the legendary classical guitarist Andrés Segovia and jazz guitarist Charlie Byrd whose strongest musical influence was Django Reinhardt, the gypsy guitarist. Recorded at the Rainbow Studio in Oslo, the trio offers an ex-
pressive performance enriched with an abundance of creative musical personality, elegant tone, tasteful and graceful phrasing and style. According to Mr. Muthspiel the beauty of the album was something of an achievement for him. “I wanted to feature the liquidity and wide horizon of the guitar,” he says, “while also approaching the contrapuntal possibilities of a piano trio.” A good example is “Cambiata,” and the truly beguiling and enticing tribute “Bossa For Michael Brecker.” Other highlights include “Highline” “Joseph,” and “Uptown.”
The Beat ••• Boney James, Concord Records To say Boney James is not a smooth jazz performer is to admit that you have never listened to his music. In his latest performance of “Sunset Boulevard,” you immediately see Mr. James strutting on stage, serenading the crowd with his wondrous sounding saxophone and relishing every moment of it. “Missing You” is straight from the heart from a man who is on fire with blazing passion. Almost all of the songs on The Beat are about romance and the morning after. With songs like “Mari’s Song,” “Acalento” (Lullaby), and “You Can Count On Me,” this is summer’s best tonic for the heat of the night. And for the slow learner, Mr. James will walk you through his love garden as a vocal tour guide on “Maker Of Love,” and “The Midas” (This Is Why). Enjoy. All CDs and DVDS reviewed in this article are heard through Bowers & Wilkens Nautilus 801 speakers and ASW 4000 subwoofer, and Rotel Preamp 1070, amplifier 1092 and CD player 1072. B&W speakers are now available at Magnolia, Best Buys (703.518.7951) and IQ Home Entertainment (703.218.9855). CDs are available for purchase through amazon.com For more information about this column, please email your questions to fagon@ hillrag.com. u
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{health & fitness} Get Pickled!
Popular Racket Game Pickleball makes its District Debut by Meghan Markey
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he sun is bright and beating down on us at the tennis courts at Garfield Park. I’m whacking a perforated plastic ball with an oversized ping pong paddle over the net (or, at least attempting to). The ball bounces dully, I come up slightly short on my swing, and it disappointingly nicks our side of the net, falling to the ground. Yet, I’m still smiling. Wait – let me back up a bit. It was the summer of 1965, on Bainbridge Island, WA. Joel Pritchard and a friend returned from a golf outing to a familiar lazy summer scene: their families were hanging out, looking for something to do. Pritchard decided to get creative. With a badminton court on the property but lacking badminton rackets for everyone, Pritchard doled out ping pong paddles and found a wiffleball to use. Days passed and the newfangled racquet game evolved. And thus, “pickleball” was born. Today, it’s one of the fastest growing non-traditional sports in the country. It’s played in recreation centers, gyms, schools, and retirement communities. Courts can be found in all 50 states, and the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA) estimates there are more than 100,000 active players. It’s even gaining steam outside the country, with pickleball organizations cropping up in both Canada
A regulation pickleball court. Photo: Chuck Roderique/USAPA
Helen White (furthest left) and Kathleen Grant (fourth from the left) with participants in the first pickleball tournament to be included in the 2014 DC Senior Games, held this past May.
and India. Pickleball’s ease of play allows athletes of all ages and levels to enjoy the sport. It’s a great game for young children as a precursor to tennis. Seniors who wish to stay active are drawn to pickleball’s intensity, but low risk of injury; it is low impact and gentle on joints, while still being highly competitive. It’s wildly popular in retirement communities. A blend of tennis, badminton, and ping pong, pickleball is played on a small court about half the size of a tennis court with a low net. A tennis court can be easily modified with painter’s tape or chalk to mark the court. The composite rackets resemble large ping
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Playing pickleball on the Garfield Park tennis courts on Capitol Hill. Photo: Meghan Markey
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pong paddles, but are smaller than tennis rackets. The ball is perforated, similar to a wiffleball but more substantial. Like many racquet sports, it can be played in singles or doubles teams, and the rules are similar but not identical to tennis.
In DC The District is catching on to the pickleball phenomenon. Helen White, 61, an Arlington resident, is the USAPA ambassador for the region (she won the silver medal in the singles pickleball tournament at the 2013 National Senior Games). She is dedicated to supporting the sport in the city and introducing it to DC residents. White became interested in the sport about four years ago when she noticed a group of older women playing an interesting looking paddle game at her local gym. One day, she approached and asked if they could teach her to play. She was hooked. In March of last year, Kathleen Grant, 69, and Helene Quick, 72, met White in a dance class for seniors at the Hill Center. White introduced pickleball to them, and they decided to give it a try. Grant enjoyed it so much that, as a Hill resident, she volunteered to be the DC Pickleball Coordinator. Quick
became a pickleball devotee and continues to play at an advanced level. White and Grant have worked hard to promote the sport in the area. They hosted two introductory classes and another two pickleball clinics at Emery Recreation Center in Brightwood. They recently lobbied to have the game included in the 2014 Annual DC Senior Games, hosted this past May by the city’s Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) in venues across the city. Only two months before the May 19th event , they got their wish. DPR sent word that pickleball would officially be included, and with a little scrambling, White directed the inaugural pickleball tournament at the DC Senior Games, in coordination with Grant. It was a great success: an enthusiastic showing of about thirty-five seniors participated on three courts, including mixed doubles and men’s and women’s singles. Pickleball was garnering some serious attention. Which brings me to my Sunday afternoon spent in Garfield Park: I had the chance to play pickleball firsthand with a group of both beginners and experienced players, including White, Grant, and Quick. Charles Underwood, a tennis player picking up pick-
leball for the first time, commented, “It’s less strenuous than tennis, but still very vigorous,” a sentiment echoed by others in the group. Grant motioned to another player and said, “She’s coming back from hip surgery; I have a bum knee – we can’t play tennis, but we can still play this game.” Yet its straightforward rules make it simple for young players to pick up as well. One of pickleball’s best attributes is that it has cross-generational appeal. Many schools from elementary to high schools are integrating the game into their physical education programs. White and Grant have been working closely with the DPR to establish pickleball courts in the city, and have been specifically looking in the Capitol Hill area. Presently, DC pickleball players are commuting to Arlington to play. “Once we have a venue in DC, we’ll unleash it – we expect the community to grow a lot,” she enthuses. Grant and White hope to establish 4-5 places to play in the District by the end of the year, and to have an instructional program in place so that residents of all ages can learn how to play. Pickleball, like other sports, has its own sports jargon. There’s the “kitchen,” the no-volley zone close to the net, players are dubbed “picklers,” and losing the game is called getting “pickled.” And yet, even if you get pickled, you’ll still be grinning from ear to ear in this unexpectedly charming, active and fun sport. If you would like to know more about the sport, including how to learn and where to play, Pickleball Ambassador Helen White can be reached at hmwhite33@verizon. net, and DC Coordinator Kathleen Grant can be reached at kagey85@ gmail.com. u
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Essence de Provence A Capitol Hill Entrepreneur Creates a Unique and Thriving Business by Pattie Cinelli
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ot many people manage to have a career that integrates all of their passions into one endeavor. But in the creation of Essence de Provence, Beth Vosoba has accomplished just that. Her business selling organic lavender products on Capitol Hill integrates her love of France, her entrepreneurial spirit, her belief in the healing power of lavender and her passion for travel. Essence De Provence is a line of lavender products that include soap, massage oil, essential oil, fragrant wreaths, pillows, body butter, cologne, solid lotion, sachets, linen spray and eau de toilette. Beth can be found on weekends in the Cap-
itol Hill Flea Market at Eastern Market. And in a new step forward, Beth’s business is now owned by Lavender Retreat Wellness Club at 1236 Pennsylvania Ave., SE. So you can find her products there throughout the week.
History of Essence De Provence Eighteen years ago, when Beth was studying French in college, she traveled to the south of France and fell in love with it. “I was so taken with the place – the food, the landscape, the colors – I was determined I would go back every year,” she said. She brought back bouquets of lavender flowers and soap and decided to do a summer market in Nebraska. Later, on another trip to France with her parents, Beth wanted to show them a beautiful laven-
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Beth Vosoba and the lavender fields in Provence.
der field. “I stopped and talked to the farmer who was in her yard. She offered me a bouquet of lavender which was unusual blue in color. I asked if she exported it. She said she didn’t but tha she could. When I returned to the U.S. I decided to import her lavender.” And thus was the beginning of Essence de Provence.
Uses for Lavender We all know the about the relaxing properties of lavender. I spray it on my bed linens before sleep, I massage my dog with essential oil at night and I burn candles made with lavender. However, what I have learned first hand is lavender’s skin healing properties. I recently healed a rash that I have had on my arm for years by using Essence De Provence’s lavender massage oil. Lav-
VISIT FRANCE WITH ESSENCE DE PROVENCE Part of Lavender Retreat’s philosophy is that travel enables you to experience something fresh and see yourself in a new way, an important part of wellness, Beth, a former tour guide, will be taking a group to Provence and Marseille this September for 10 days during the wine harvest. Participants will be able to experience firsthand the beautiful lavender fields that continue to inspire Beth. For information, contact Beth at 202-450-2329
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ender oil is also an effective antiseptic, and you can also use lavender sachet bags to protect clothes against moths, or sprayed in the air to repel insects. “Cleopatra dabbed lavender oil on her wrists, our grandmothers stashed sachets in their glove drawers and today lavender is still all the rage. From oversized pillows filled with lavender, to lavender wreaths to body butters and solid lotions, we find endless ways to enjoy the fresh clean scent and the aroma-therapeutic properties of this magical plant,” said Beth. Perhaps the most intriguing use of lavender is in food. Last month I got to taste Beth’s lavender lemonade. She makes it with lavender syrup. Once the syrup is made, the possibilities are endless – drizzle it on ice cream, waffles or pancakes, use it in hot chocolate or put it in a drink. The lavender Beth uses is harvested by hand with a sickle at the peak of flowering, usually the 2nd week in July. It is then dried naturally for months in an old stone barn. In September it is boxed and shipped overseas. “Not all lavender is this color. The farm has won numerous awards for its very blue color. The farmer selects wild blue plants and propagates and develops these amazing fields of blue. It still amazes me that no dyes or perfumes are added and that this rich hue occurs naturally,” she said.
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Beth’s Essence de Provence stand at Eastern Market on weekends.
owner Jaime Bohl discovered Beth and her lavender products while shopping at Eastern Market. Jaime bought products for herself and for her club in Woodbridge VA. When Jaime opened her Capitol Hill location, she contracted Beth to supply both locations with her lavender products. Now Beth and her business are part of the Lavender team. “Beth and I found we had many common interests and a similar philosophy. It was a natural fit.” At Lavender Beth continues to grow her business creating products about which she is passionate. For more information about Essence De Provence log onto: www.lavenderretreat.com, or www.essencedeprovence.com. To get the recipe for lavender lemonade, visit Essence De Provence on Lavender’s Facebook page. Pattie Cinelli is a fitness specialist who has been writing her health and fitness column for more than 20 years. To contact Pattie email her at: fitness@pattiecinelli.com. u
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{kids & family} N O T E B O O K
by Kathleen Donner
Constitution-in-Action Family Days at National Archives Thursday, July 10, Wednesday, July 23 and Tuesday, July 29, 2-4 p.m., families are invited to take on the role of researchers and archivists for a day. During a two hour simulation, they will help the President and Bob, his Communications Director prepare for a very special press conference. Families will work together to locate and analyze facsimile documents and find the connection each has to the Constitution. This is a great way to explore the history, learn more about the National Archives, and gain a greater understanding of the role the Constitution plays in our daily lives. Reservations are required and must be made at least 24 hours in advance. To reserve your spot send e-mail learninglab@nara.gov and include: date and time, parent/adult, child(ren), e-mail, phone, cell phone, and mailing address. National Archives is at 700 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. archives.gov
American Indian Museum Living Earth Festival On Sunday, July 20, 10:30 a.m.6 p.m., the museum’s fifth annual Living Earth Festival will include live music and dance performances, a Native cooking competition, film screenings, crafts and storytelling for families, an outdoor farmers market featuring local produce and game, and cheese-making and beading demonstrations. The National Museum of the American Indian is at 4th St. and Independence Ave. SW. nmai.si.edu/visit
will discover from a new perspective how this landing changed the world. Exploring history, military strategy, science, technology and human values, the film will educate and appeal to all. Narrated by Tom Brokaw, D-Day 3D: Normandy 1944 pays tribute to those who gave their lives for our freedom… A duty of memory, a duty of gratitude. airandspace.si.edu (G rated)
Kids’ Music: Rainbow Rock Band at Ebenezers On Saturday, July 19, 10:30-11:15 a.m., get ready to rock the rainbow! The Rainbow Lady (Kate Moran), joined by some of her friends, Guitarmony Gus (Derek Evry), Sgt. Bam Sam (Sam Carolla), Captain Toe Tappin (Kevin de Souza), Princess Fiddlesticks (Lynn Rovelli), or Bassious Berry (Matt Berry), to make up the rainbow band, will entertain your little ones with a combination of classic and original children’s tunes. These talented tunesters will keep you bopping in your socks until you just can’t rock anymore! Always on hand, inside the box of fun, tambourines, shakers and more for your little one to join in the fun, and if they are feeling like completing their rock star appearance,
Disney’s Lion King at the Kennedy Center Winner of six Tonys including Best Musical, Disney’s The Lion King returns to the Kennedy Center Opear House this summer. With direction and costumes by Julie Taymor, Elton John and Tim Rice’s score brings the African Pridelands to life with “Circle of Life” and many more great songs. Tickets are $40, up. Performances, through Aug. 17, are Tuesday-Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday, 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. No July 4th performance. 7:30 p.m. kennedy-center.org Photo: Joan Marcus
D-Day 3D: Normandy 1944 IMAX at Air and Space Museum June 6, 1944: The largest Allied operation of World War II began in Normandy, France. Yet, few know in detail exactly why and how, from the end of 1943 through August 1944, this region became the most important location in the world. Blending multiple cinematographic techniques, D-Day 3D: Normandy 1944 brings this monumental event to the world’s largest screens for the first time. Audiences of all ages
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Free Camp for Bereaved Girls (ages 9-14) Circle of EKC, a program of Circle Camps for Grieving Children, is offering a free week of overnight camp to young girls ages 9-14 who have experienced the death of parent, Aug. 17-22, 2014 at the Emma Kaufmann Camp in Morgantown, West Virginia. In the past 12 years, over 350 grieving young girls have attended a Circle Camp. While fun-filled summer camp activities are an important part of Circle, their program is unique in its integration of grief activities.. Campers are accepted into the program on a need-blind basis. Circle of EKC is free for campers including transportation to and from camp from a central meeting place in the DC Metropolitan Area. For applications, contact Robin Berman, Camper Director at 703-655-8324 or robinberman@circlecamps.org.
Do you love to Play Tennis, Swim or Row? Do you want to learn how to play these sports? Serve Your City needs Volunteers to serve as assistant coaches or teammates, and mentors for our summer athletic program to expose atrisk, Capitol Hill youth to these fun sports. Beginners Welcome. All of our practices are located on Capitol Hill. Volunteer service is flexible. Help Serve Your City provide structured programming for underserved youth in our community this summer and be a positive rolemodel. Contact Maurice Cook, 202-341-1732 or mcook.serveyourcity@gmail.com. Tennis: July 2nd-August 13th-Wednesdays-6:30pm-8:00pm-at Eastern HS Courts (1700 East Capitol St. SE) Aquatics: July 1st-August 14th-Tuesdays and Thursdays-6:00pm-7:30pm-at Randall Pool (25 I Street SW-on the corner of South Capitol St. and I street across from Skyline Hotel) Rowing: July 7th-July 30th-Mondays and Wednesdays-4:00pm-5:30pm-at Anacostia Community Boathouse (1900 M St. SE)
how about a nice little temporary Rainbow tattoo, from none other than Pattycake Patty (Patty Moran) or the lovely Rockin Rox Anna (Anna Goist)! The suggested age range for this event is infant to 8 years. $6, advance and $8 at the door for everyone 1 year and older. Ebenezers Coffeehouse, 201 F St. NE. 202-558-6900. ebenezerscoffeehouse.com
DC Diaper Bank Recycles Diaper Packaging for Cash The DC Diaper Bank is keeping diaper packaging out of landfills and earning money at the same time. The diaper bank participates in the Diaper Packaging Brigade, a recycling partnership between Kimberly-Clark’s Huggies brand and recycling company TerraCycle. DC Diaper Bank staff collects the diaper packaging and for each piece sent to TerraCycle, the diaper bank earns
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two points, which can be converted into cash. The DC Bank uses the money earned to pay utility bills and keep the bank running. The DC Bank will be accepting donations of diaper packaging from local community members at its warehouse and any of its Ambassador locations throughout the metro area. Locations can be found at dcdiaperbank.org/get-involved/donate-diapers-in-yourneighborhood/. On Capitol Hill, the donation location is 315 12th St. NE, #100.
Teen Comic Book Club at Northeast Library Are you a fan of manga, superhero comics, or other graphic novels? On Thursday, July 3, 5 p.m., come to the Northeast Library’s teen comic book club. For ages 13-19. Northeast Neighborhood Library, 330 7th St. NE. 202-698-0058. dclibrary. org/northeast
Remember Me? at the United States Holocaust Museum Children are the most vulnerable victims of war and genocide. Between 1933 and 1945, millions of children were displaced as a result of persecution by the Nazis and their collaborators. After World War II, relief agencies photographed some of the children who survived in an effort to help find their families. Now, more than 65 years later, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is working to discover what became of these young survivors. Will you help them find them? At rememberme. ushmm.org, you can browse the photos by name and picture.
Volunteer with the AARP Experience Corps AARP Experience Corps utilizes the time and experience of adults, at least 50 years old, as tutors and mentors to help improve the academic success and behavioral outcomes of children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. The DC Branch of AARP is looking for people who have a high school diploma or GED, will agree to a criminal background check, will pass a basic reading and writing screening, can complete 25 hours of pre-service training and serve at least 5 hours per week. For more information, phone 202-434-6495 or email dcexperiencecorps@aarp.org. aarp.org/ ecwashingtondc
Kids’ Music: Uno, Dos, Tres con Andrés! atEbenezers On Saturday, Aug. 2, 10:30-11:15 a.m., come sing, shake, and sound out rhythms while trying regional Latin dances and practicing Spanish words. You will
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THE PLAYSEUM BRINGS BUILD-A-BOOK WORKSHOP TO CAPITOL HILL! dance to La Bamba and the Mambo, and fun new tunes while learning mucho Español along the way! Dancers of all ages should, come prepared to jump and wiggle in this fun, highenergy show. The suggested age range for this event is ages 3-8. $6, advance and $8 at the door for everyone 1 year and older. Ebenezers Coffeehouse, 201 F St. NE. 202-558-6900. ebenezerscoffeehouse.com
DC SCORES Jamboree at Anacostia Park On May 31, close to 2,000 people attended the 19th Annual DC SCORES Jamboree! at Anacostia Park to celebrate the conclusion of the after-school program’s soccer and service-learning season. During an action-packed day on a large expanse of grass, the 1,500 program participants representing 47 DC public and public charter schools played 178 soccer games and engaged in numerous other activities in between games. Those included writing creative stories with 826 DC, practicing shooting accuracy with Penya Barcelonista, making healthy parfaits with Revolution Foods, and presenting its servicelearning projects on a large, creative poster board. DC SCORES’ biggest event in the program’s 20year history would not have been possible if not for the 150 volunteers who helped in varying capacities throughout the day. DCSCORES. org to learn more.
Chincoteague Island Pony Swim and Auction Wednesday, July 30, will mark the 89th year of Chincoteague’s Pony Swim (auction is July 31). The Chincoteague Pony Swim was made famous by Marguerite Henry’s “Misty of Chincoteague.” Spectators from around the world gather on Chincoteague Island each year to watch this
tradition. The Chincoteague Fireman’s Carnival (with rides, games, raffles, and lots of good food) will be open each night during pony penning week beginning at 7 p.m. chincoteague.com Marguerite Henry’s love of children, her love for animals, especially horses, and her passion for writing children’s literature is the inspiration for the Misty of Chincoteague Foundation. The Foundation perpetuates the timeless legend of Misty by preserving and disseminating educational and research material and displaying the Misty of Chincoteague artwork. mistyofchincoteague.org
Discover the Moon Family Day at Air and Space
At the BUILD-A-BOOK WORKSHOP™ in the PLAYSEUM, your child can star in his/her very own children’s book with up to 11 friends or relatives!
Photos of your child and friends in costumes will be taken at the Playseum. These images will be photoshopped into background templates of the pages of a book that will be printed in 2 weeks. Cost is $300 for up to 12 children. Book is currently available in English and Spanish but it can be translated into other languages. Call 202-518-1084 or visit buildabookworkshop.com.
Join them on Friday July 25, 10 a.m.3 p.m., at the National Air and Space Museum, for a variety of fun and educational activities celebrating Earth’s Moon. National Air and Space Museum, Independence Ave. at 6th St. SW. 202-633-2214. airandspace.si.edu
Kids LOVE Karaoke! (summer edition) at Rosedale Library By popular demand, Rosedale Library is bringing back “KIDS LOVE KARAOKE” as part of their weekly summer programming primarily for ‘tweens, ages 9-13. Do you have a secret dream of auditioning for American Idol or The Voice? On Tuesdays (except July 8 and 15) at 2:30 p.m., Rosedale Neighborhood Library will give you the opportunity to have fun while practicing and showing off your vocal gifts in a supportive, friendly environment before you get discovered! Sign up to participate as a solo or duet act or applaud your friends for their courageous, stellar performances. Rosedale Neighborhood Library, 1701 Gales St. NE. 202727-5012. dclibrary.org/rosedale
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The Ultimate Urban Safari at the Corcoran On Saturday, July 19, 10 a.m.-noon, join them for a wild summer day dedicated to the animal kingdom! Spurred on by Albert Paley’s exhibition, discover how creatures big and small can inspire through workshop activities, book readings, and wildlife specialists. Participate in an animal welfare community service project that day and make a difference! All ages welcome. Bring items to donate to the Washington Humane Society. Donate pet supplies and help save lives! Dogs wish list is hard rubber toys, training treats, rope toys, peanut butter, canned pumpkin (unsweetened), slip leads and leashes, gentle leader, headcollars, dog hair dryers, Martingale collars, and tennis balls. Cats wish list is wet and dry cat food, training treats, cardboard scratching posts, unused cat toys, fleece donut cat beds, non-clumping cat litter, nail clippers, Feliway dispenser refills and KMR for kittens. Gently used blankets and towels are always needed. washhumane.org/adopt
Wolf Trap Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods Tickets are on sale now: July 1 and 2, Instant Opera! Wolf Trap Opera; July 3, Taratibu Youth Association-Freedom is an Action Verb; July 8 and 9, Mr. Molecule-Bing, Bang, Boom! Science Show; July 10 and 11, Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band; July 12, DinoRock-Dinosaurs Forever; July 15 and 16, Catskill Puppet Theatre-Sister Rain and Brother Sun; July 17, Los Quetzales Mexican Dance Ensemble-Fiesta Mexicana; July 18-19, Culkin School of Traditional Irish Dance; July 22, Natyabhoomi School of Indian Dance-India Calling-An Indian Journey Through Dance!; July
23, Hope Harris-Picasso, That’s Who (And So Can You!); July 24, Taikoza-Japanese Drums and Dance; July 25 and 26, Hudson Vagabond Puppets-Butterfly! The Story of a Life-Cycle; July 29 and 30, Mista Cookie Jar & The Chocolate Chips; July 31, Capitol Tap-Tapping the Timeline: Tap Music from the 1920s to Today; Aug. 1 and 2, Pushcart Players-Little Red Riding Hood & Other Stories; Aug. 5, Improv 4 Kids; Aug. 6 and 7, Taylor 2-Paul Taylor 2 Dance Company; and Aug. 8 and 9, Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players. All performances are $10 and are at 10:30 a.m. wolftrap.org
Smithsonian African Art Museum Teen Ambassadors Program The Teen Ambassadors program at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art is aimed at engaging students in grades 10-12 from diverse backgrounds and high schools throughout DC and surrounding area. The program is an opportunity for young people to become involved in a local nonprofit organization, merging the arts and leadership development. Students will participate in training for NMAfA educational programming through the museum’s exhibitions, education collection, and online resources while expanding their behind-the-scenes knowledge of the day-today workings of a major museum. The program is designed to strengthen the offerings that the museum provides by engaging youth in our unique assets--collections, experts, and cross disciplinary programming--with the hope to inspire the next generation of museum educators and professionals. Read more at africa.si.edu/education/teen-ambassadors.
Stories in Art: Explore Italy at the National Gallery of Art Stories in Art introduces children ages 4-7 to artists through careful looking, storytelling, and hands-on experimentation. Led by museum educators, each program includes reading a children’s book, exploring one work of art in the galleries, and completing a simple hands-on activity. Each program is approximately 60 minutes. Sign-in for Stories in Art will take place in the West Building Rotunda, beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturdays and Mondays and at 11 a.m. on Sundays, and will continue until all spaces are filled. Free. nga.gov Venetian Views: Canaletto. Travel along the canals of Venice and learn about the unique city that inspired Canaletto’s paintings. Saturday, July 12 at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m.; Sunday, July 13 at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.; Monday, July 14 at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. Made of Clay: Andrea del Verrocchio. Hear a folktale from southern Italy of a mysterious giant and investigate the terracotta sculptures of Andrea del Verrocchio. Saturday, July 19 at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m.; Sunday, July 20 at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.; Monday, July 21 at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. Get information on more stories at nga.gov.
Canaletto, Italian, 1697-1768, Entrance to the Grand Canal from the Molo, Venice, 1742/1744, oil on canvas. Photo: Courtesy of the National Gallery of Art
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Denard Span Bobblehead Giveaway at Nat’s Park On July 20 at the 1:35 p.m. game vs. the Milwaukee Brewers, the first 25,000 fans will receive a Denard Span Bobblehead, presented by PNC Bank. washington.nationals. mlb.com
ImaginAsia: London Nights with Whistler at the Sackler On July 5, 6, 12 and 13, 2 p.m., explore the impact of gaslights and electricity on nightlife in the nineteenth century. Examine paintings and prints of London by Whistler for content, mood, and technique. In the classroom, use black paper backgrounds, foreground cutouts of people, oil and chalk pastels, and wax gilt to create nightscapes of your favorite outdoor nighttime activities. ImaginAsia programs are for ages 8-14 and their adult companions. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Programs begin promptly at 2 p.m. with introductions and a questionand-answer session. Next, families use an activity book to explore an exhibition or theme at their own pace. They then return to the classroom for an art project related to the works viewed in the galleries. Art supplies are provided, and families are invited to take home their creations. Sackler Gallery, sublevel 2, 1050 Independence Ave. SW. 202-6334880. asia.si.edu u
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St. Peter School Moving On Up! On June 6, St. Peter School eighth-graders donned caps and gowns and processed in St. Peter’s Church for the Graduation Mass. Honors awarded included; the St. Peter’s Award, awarded to Maggie Drelichman, the student who embodied the spirit of St. Peter School through solid academic achievement, leadership, spiritual development, and a demonstration of respect for classmates and teachers; the Distinguished Student Award, awarded to Fiona Campbell, for excelling academically and displaying exemplary character; and class valedictorian for Andy Beckham. Additionally, the newest members of the O’Sullivan Society were recognized for attending St. Peter School from Pre-K through the eighth grade. New members included Andy Beckham, Fiona Campbell, Amelia Ceballos, Maggie Drelichman, Caroline Mastel, Annie Schillo, William Sherr, and Delina Sheth. Following the conferring of diplomas, a reception was held in the Church Hall hosted by the seventh grade class. Congratulations to the St. Peter’s Class of 2014!
Congratulations to the St. Peter School Class of 2014
Magnificent Performances Mark Year’s End End of term celebrations at St. Peter School included an impressive showcase of the innovative approaches teachers have embraced to further engage students in the joys of learning. After several weeks of examination of literary works including “The Phantom Tollbooth”, “Aesop’s Fables Redux”, and “Twelve Angry Men”, middle school students presented at the annual Middle School Drama Festival. The students conducted a literary analysis of each work, discussing content, form and function. All students were assigned a character analysis, which were then used to prepare for a performance of selected scenes from each piece. Fifth-grade students spent weeks rehearsing “Much Ado About Nothing” in anticipation of a stage performance at the Folger Shakespeare Library as part of the 2014
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George Didden Student Shakespeare Festival. The entire cast proudly represented the Bard! Not to be outdone, students in the lower grades presented a “Musical Theatre”, a showcase of their evolving musical appreciation. First, second and third-grade students wowed the crowd with spectacular costumes and enthusiastic singing and instrumentation. The first-graders performed a stupendous rendition of “The Bremen Town Musicians”, the second-graders a rousing rendition of “Bimwili and the Zimwi” and the third-graders for executed an exemplary presentation of “Legend of the Blue Bonnet”. A spectacular band performance by beginner and advanced band members closed out the ceremonies. Wishing the St. Peter School faculty, students and families an adventure-filled summer! –Sally Aman. St. Peter School, 422 Third St, SE; 202-544-1618, www.stpeterschooldc.org.
Capitol Hill Cluster School Spring Arts Showcase A Cluster-wide celebration of the arts took place at Stuart-Hobson on May 22. The showcase began with art-lined walls created by students and prepared by the art teacher, Ms. Aikman. The spring concert featured the talents of students representing all three Cluster School Campuses. Kindergarten students from Peabody kicked-off the fun, followed by fourth-graders from Watkins, and closed out by the Stuart-Hobson Chorus and Bands.
Peabody Primary Campus On May 20, students at Peabody Primary Campus held a “Clay Heart Dish” open house. Each student created a clay heart-shaped dish and decorated it with glaze colors. Students chose the heart shape to symbolize love, sharing and caring
and “heart-healthy” snacks. The students have been planting healthy foods in the schools gardens and cooking them in the classrooms. The young artists worked with Peabody’s art teacher Katie Cushman to create each dish. The process started in January when students studied real clay from nature vs. man-made modeling materials, discovering that it takes many years for clay to be created from the earth. Each artist was given a slab of clay and formed heart shapes and then fired them in the school’s kiln. Students then painted their heart dishes in their own special designs, glazed them to make them shiny and fired them once again. The Open House was the culminating event to celebrate every artist at Peabody and his or her beautiful Heart Dish. Peabody Primary School, 425 C St NE.
Stuart-Hobson Middle School Eighth-Grade Student Artist Wins at Congressional Art Competition On June 3, Stuart-Hobson eighth-grader Princess Campbell was recognized as a District of Columbia winner in the annual Congressional Art Competition during an awards ceremony led by Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) in the historic lobby of Terminal A at Ronald Regan Washington National Airport. Two of the student’s pieces were hung in the lobby. “Each year’s Congressional Art Competition leaves us more and more impressed with our city’s young, gifted artists,” said Norton. The ceremony featured approximately 180 pieces of original art, submitted by 115 District students in grades eight through 12, representing 14 public, charter, private and religious schools. A panel of artists reviewed the entries from the District, and chose the winners based on technique, creativity, aesthetics, originality, artistic merit, and visual impact. StuartHobson Middle School, 410 E St NE.
Capitol Hill Day School CHDS Graduates Look Forward to New Joys and Challenges Peabody student makes her clay Heart Dish!
Watkins Elementary School Fourth-Grade Selected to Perform at Kennedy Center Congratulations to the Watkins Fourth-Graders and their teacher, Ms. Pergerson! They were selected to perform on June 2 at the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage - Best of DC Public Schools. The concert is available online at the Kennedy Center. Watkins Elementary School, 420 12th St SE.
These are excerpts from Head of School Jason Gray’s graduation remarks on June 13, 2014. Capitol Hill Day School’s 22nd eighth-graders will enter 13 different High Schools next fall. There is an African proverb that sums up the collaboration and commitment to one another that lie at the heart of CHDS: “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” Together with your classmates, teachers, parents, and others, you all have gone far. You worked and played with purpose. You honed your creative spirit and developed your analyt-
Waterfront Academy is Hosting Five Open Houses in July! Join us and meet some of our school’s leaders, tour the new facility and learn more about our great school! Wed, July 9 at 5:30-7:30p Sat, July 12 at 12-2p Mon, July 14 at 10a-12p Wed, July 16 at 5:30-7:30p Sat, July 26 at 12-2p Now accepting applications: · 2014-15 School Year (ages 3-9 y) · Spanish Immersion Summer Camp (July 28—Aug 21) · Mamá y Yo classes (ages 18 m —3 y) Waterfront Academy is a dual immersion (Spanish and English) faith-based Montessori school with emphasis on charity and stewardship in the Catholic tradition.
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CHDS Drama Students Take a Bow at Folger Shakespeare Festival. Photo credit: Antoinette Hardy-Jones
ical skills. You learned when to be serious and when a moment allows for silliness. Sometimes you took the lead, other times you followed. You learned to listen, and you learned to use your voice. You developed a sense of your strengths and weaknesses, passions and interests. You know how to collaborate, compromise, and concede. As teachers, we witness this spiraling process in a microcosm every year. We were reminded of how you began your journey as we watched this year’s early childhood classes work together to build simple machines, bake bread, and explore volcanoes. We recalled your further development as we observed elementary students work in groups to explore patterns in nature, study Capitol Hill and Colonial America, travel to New York City to follow the immigrants’ path, and debate the environmental impact of China’s Three Gorges Dam. In upper grades, we watched your hard work consolidate as you reflected on your own learning during student-led conferences, and dem-
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onstrated team work on the field, in the classroom, and on the stage. You have without question reached an end, but in truth you are very much at a beginning. -Jason Gray. CHDS, 210 South Carolina Ave, SE;jangarola@ chds.org
Maury Elementary Learning continues to the last moment at Maury Elementary. The PS-K students are growing Wisconsin Fast Plants. The seeds germinate in just three days and complete their entire life cycle in forty. The plants are set up in the front lobby so all students passing by can learn from them. Students in the first and secondgrade enjoyed a visit from Jo Santiago, a Birds of Prey expert and rehabilitator at the U.S. Forest Service. Ms. Santiago brought her Red-Tailed and BroadWinged Hawks as well as a Screech Owl for the students to see up close. The Forest Service partnership will continue next year and will included the con-
Maury students playing math game they created themselves
struction of bat boxes and nests as well as a live bat presentation. Third-grade students completed an amazing Game Design unit in partnership with Labyrinth Puzzles and Games. This program was funded through a generous Capitol Hill Community Foundation Grant, and was implemented by store owner Kathleen Donahue and game-expert Judy Thomas. Students created board games that support math
Capitol Hill Montessori at Logan In May, students participated in Capital Hill Montessori at Logan’s (CHML) Annual International Day program celebrating cultural diversity. The two day celebration kicked off with an opening ceremony assembly where students sang and danced. Students then visited different classrooms to learn about other countries and to get their passports
The EAP students with Kari Paludan, singing artist, Anna Hylton, French Teacher and Céline Jobé, French Educational Affairs Program Officer. Photo: Sara Burns
skills development in younger children. The games will join the Think Tank lending library. Fifth-grade students wrapped up their study of solar ovens by creating and testing their very own. Each had to create an oven that cooked a S’More, stayed hot as long as possible, and had the least environmental impact. This Engineering is Elementary unit will be a fifth-grade favorite for years to come. Elizabeth Nelson. Maury Elementary, 1250 Constitution Ave., NE.mauryelementary.com.
stamped. The event culminated in a school wide celebration of food and culture. Countries represented this year included Australia, Bosnia, Japan, Netherlands, and Trinidad and Tobago with students performing songs and dances from the country their classroom represented. Students from the Embassy Adoption Program, coordinated by CHML French teacher Madame Hylton, performed at the Embassy of Austria as part of the European Union Celebration. The students also presented at the Embassy of France, singing three songs includ-
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ing the French national anthem including a performance for the French Ambassador’s wife, Madame Sophie Hélias-Delattre. Elementary students Nick Barrett and Muhammad Henderson organized CHML 1st Annual Science Fair. Over 20 elementary students participated. Two students have entered the city-wide science fair. - Sara Burns. CHML, 215 G St NE; capitolhillmontessorischool.org; communications@ capitolhillmontessorischool.org.
Brent Elementary Brent Fifth-Graders Set Sail Last month, Brent fifth-graders traveled to Annapolis and sailed on a skipjack, oyster boat in the Chesapeake Bay. Students learned about animals of the bay, the importance of oysters to maintaining a clean bay, how to hoist a sail and practiced their map reading skills as well.
Brent Fourth-Grade Petition
Brent’s fourth-grade collected 250 signatures on a petition to remove a historic retaining wall along Eliot-Hine School the Anacostia River. Built to help The New Year Brings clean the river, the retaining wall New Staff! actually damages natural habitats The next school year brings exalong the river and perpetuates citing new changes in staff. Dana the pollution problem by removWatson, a fantastic English teaching a natural system for filtering river with a full understanding of IB er water. The Anacostia Watershed teaching and learning is being Society has replied, stating, “Your promoted to Eliot-Hine’s IB Copetition got the appropriate stakeordinator, where she can share holders talking about this issue and her knowledge with the entire staff brought that issue to light, so this and help shape the IB landscape. just might move us one step closer Some new hires are already familto removing the wall. Sometimes iar with the building, and some are the first step in getting something new to the school, though many done is starting the conversation so are well-versed in teaching and IB. please commend your students for doing just that.” Get on the Listserv Special congratulations to Eliot-Hine’s listserv is open to all Brent’s petition authors: Jack Johnfamilies and friends of the school. Eliot-Hine students populate their Anacostia fish tank with DDOE’s help. son, Kenya Carter, Khalia Lewis Please join to keep abreast of our and Peyton Hardy! community events (Beautification The survey can be found here: https://www.change.org/petitions/nationDay, Aug. 23 from 9 a.m. -1p.m.), upcoming seminars (there’s an IB info sesal-park-service-remove-the-historic-retaining-wall-along-the-anacostia-river. sion on Sept. 23), and important dates (like early dismissals). It’s all on the calendar for next school year! Go to https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/elDC Greens iothine/info and click join. Brent students were fortunate enough to work with D.C. Greens, an organization that brings healthy eating and cooking into classrooms. Students worked Summer Fun together to make a strawberry, asparagus, and greens salad and it was delicious! Eliot-Hine is your neighborhood school, and you are invited to be a part of - Denise Diggs. Brent, 301 No. Carolina Ave, SE. it! Bring in the kids to see the fish in the foyer (courtesy of ANC6A and DC Dept. of the Environment). Say “Hi” to Mr. Tony’s camp – they’ll be at Eliot-Hine in July. Feel free to fill the gators on our young trees while you enCapital City Public Charter School joy the green space. Picnic in the shade at the tables on the 17th Place side. National History Day (NHD) announced today the teachers selected to reEliot Hine wishes you a fun-filled summer! - EH parent Heather Schoell. Elceive the Patricia Behring Teacher of the Year Award for their state. The teachiot-Hine Middle School, 1830 Const. Ave. NE.; eliothinemiddleschool.org, ers selected have shown outstanding creativity, commitment, and inspiration @EliotHine, and facebook.com/EliotHineMS. in developing student interest in history. Each state winner is awarded $500,
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and is eligible for the National Patricia Behring Teacher of the Year Award. Two national winners, announced on June 19, 2014, will receive $10,000. Matthew Malone, a teacher at Capital City Public Charter School, was selected as one of two state winners. Middle and High School teachers are nominated by their administrators, peers, or themselves for the award. Each participating state is allowed to select one High School and one middle school teachers to receive the state award and consideration for the national award. “National History Day firmly believes that quality teachers are the best educational tools that students have,” said National History Day Executive Director Cathy Gorn. The history teachers selected as Behring award recipients are a credit to their discipline, and exemplify what it takes to truly be a quality educator.”
Patricia Behring Teacher of the Year Award winners are NHD participating teachers who have demonstrated excellence in the classroom. Their work must clearly illustrate the development and use of creative teaching methods that interest students in history and help them make exciting discoveries about the past, and a commitment to helping students develop their interest in history and recognize their achievements. P. Daley. Capital City Public Charter School, 100 Peabody St. NW.www. ccpcs.org./
Friends Community School FCS Graduation and Year End Projects Fourteen eighth-grade students at Friends Community School graduated June 5 in a ceremony that included Graduate Offerings, a time for each student to reflect on his or
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her life and experiences at Friends. ed the Walter’s Art Museum in BaltiSome gave speeches; others recited more. There was a “meet the artists” original poetry or performed music night at the Hill Center, where the they had composed. students showed off their work. The graduation also included Field Day a Quaker Meeting for Worship honSWS held its first Field Day in June, oring the graduates. The Head of complete with a dunk tank to sink School, Larry Clements, gave each Principal John Burst! It was a wet day, student a copy of the book, “Marcebut the kids still enjoyed relay races, lo in The Real World” by Francisco bobbing for apples, basketball, face X. Stork, the story of a teenager with painting, bubbles and lots of other Asperger’s Syndrome who leaves the fun activities. Dunking the principal shelter of his school and takes a job in was the highlight for many students, the mailroom of his father’s law firm. staff and the small army of parent volPrior to graduation, each stuunteers. SWS wishes everyone a safe dent completed a Year End Projand happy summer break. - Allison ect. The project combines commuKlein; School Within School; 920 F nity service, research and advocacy St NE;www.Schoolwithinschool.org on a topic of each student’s choosing. Topics included Drunk Driving, Education in Developing Countries, DCPS Alternative Energy, Youth Violence, DC Public Charter School Board Discrimination against People with Expands Quality and Choice with Disabilities, Abortion Rights, HomeNew Charter Approvals lessness, Chess and Education and The DC Public Charter School Teen Depression. Each student Board (PCSB) continued its focus worked with an expert mentor on the Matthew Balfe performs “Serenade to Cuckoo” by Rahsaan Roland Kirk as part of the on expanding school quality and Graduate Offerings at the Friends Community School Eighth grade graduation cerproject. The Year End Projects prechoice by approving three new charemony. He is accompanied by his father, Kevin Balfe pare students not only for meaningter schools Monday. The schools – ful work in school, but also active and Monument Academy, which will fo2014 Bike to School Day Golden Bicycle Award. engaged lives as citizens. cus on serving students in foster care; An impressive 30 percent of SWS students were Graduates were accepted to many pubChildren’s Guild, which has expertise with special on bikes or scooters on May 7, National Bike to lic and private High Schools including St. Aneducation; and Washington Global, which will ofSchool Day. That was more than any other particselm’s Abbey, DeMatha Catholic High School, fer international curriculum– were each approved ipating school. Families from across Capitol Hill Edmund Burke School, Eleanor Roosevelt High with conditions that must be addressed before the gathered at Lincoln Park that day, joined by DeSchool Science & Technology Program, Elizaschools can open in 2015. partment of Transportation Acting Deputy Secrebeth Seaton High School, Sandy Spring Friends “With these approved new schools, the PCSB tary Victor Mendez. About 200 students from 12 School, Severn School, Siena School and Springis focused on increasing options and giving some Capitol Hill schools made their way on bike or brook High School IB Program of the most educationally disadvantaged students scooter to their respective school buildings. Friends Community School is a small kinan opportunity for a quality education,” said Scott SWS was presented the Golden Bicycle trodergarten through eighth-grade Quaker school Pearson, PCSB executive director. phy - which is an actual bike painted gold. It will that welcomes students of all beliefs. It educates a “We have thousands of names on charter hang in the school. growing number of children from Capitol Hill, as school waitlists; even with these new options there well as students from other parts of the metropolwill still be more demand than available spaces,” Art Exhibit at the Hill Center itan area. Eric Rosenthal. 5901 Westchester Park said John H. “Skip” McKoy, Board Chair. “The School Within a School’s kindergarten classes are Drive, College Park, MD; www.friendscommuniPCSB is committed to creating more high-quality showing their work “Cabinets of Wonder, Cabityschool.org options for families and applying rigorous criteria nets of Curiosity” at the Hill Center at the Old Nato the approval of new schools is one of the ways val Hospital until June 25. The young artists creatSchool Within a School that we accomplish that,” McKoy said. ed their own curio cabinets inspired by an exhibit Golden Bicycle Award The approval of new charter schools in DC about collectors cabinets they saw when they visitSchool Within a School is the proud winner of the has never been one sided. Since 1996, when char-
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ters were first awarded in DC, one-third of the schools have closed. Monument Academy was approved to serve students who are in foster care. Its application proposed a weekday residential program for students in grades 5-12; the Board approved the school for grades 5-8 and set other conditions that would need to be satisfied before its opening day. The school would start with 40 fifth grade students in a location to be determined. “This is the first application that addresses the foster care community . . . that sets it apart for me,” said McKoy. Children’s Guild DC was approved to educate 450 students in grades PK to 8 with a special emphasis on serving special education students. They are looking to open in Ward 7. Board Vice Chair Darren Woodruff commended the school’s “transformation education” model – a focus on personal growth, school culture and core values – and said he saw a curriculum that addressed students’ needs when visiting one of its program in Baltimore. Woodruff said in approving the school that it was an “opportunity for the city to show an even greater level of commitment to educating students with disabilities.” Washington Global will offer an international-minded education that will offer Spanish and Chinese with a focus on world culture. It is looking to open in Ward 4, 5, 7 or 8 with 100 students in grades six and seven. Board member Don Soifer noted the high quality of the application and the vision of the founding group in his approval vote. In March, the Board received a total of eight applications, notified ANCs citywide of the applications and opened the public comment period. Meanwhile, staff began reviewing each application, which included 1) analyzing academic and financial plans, 2) conducting interviews with the founding group, and in applicable cases, 3) visiting existing programs run by the applicants. The Board held two public hearings in April about the applications. The
Board voted to deny the applications of Educare, One World, SPACE, Washington Leadership Academy and Xcelerate. www.dcpcsb.org.
DCPS Gears Up for Summer of Learning and Exploration District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) has an exciting array of programs, offerings and academic experiences planned for the summer months for students. Academic and enrichment opportunities are available for all students, including students with disabilities and English Language Learners. This summer in particular, DCPS is offering a variety of brand new programs that focus on engaging middle grade students, consistent with budget priorities for the upcom-
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ing school year, as well as key goals in DCPS’ A Capital Commitment, the district’s strategic plan to improve education for all students by 2017. DCPS has also purchased $200,000 in books for every prekindergarten to fifth grade student in the targeted lowest performing schools to read over the summer. In addition, DCPS will offer summer meals, including breakfast and lunch, to any school age child at 49 schools across the city. Seats are still available for some programs and more information is available at http://dcps.dc.gov/DCPS/ Beyond+the+Classroom/Summer+School. “When the academic school year ends on June 20, many of our school doors will remain open for other exciting learning opportunities for students,” said DCPS Chancellor Kaya Henderson. “Learning doesn’t stop when the school year ends. We are delighted to continue to serve our students throughout the summer and we hope families will take advantage of everything we have to offer at DCPS this summer.”
DC Meets Washington DCPS will launch a brand-new pilot program called DC Meets Washington to introduce rising seventh and eighth grade students at Browne and Cardozo Education Campuses to the industries that make up Washington, D.C. DC Meets Washington, which runs for five weeks, includes a morning session focused on college and career exposure and an afternoon session focused on academic programming. During the morning component of the program, students will learn from experts and experience college and career opportunities within the IT, engineering, hospitality and government sectors. They will meet with local leaders from each of these sectors, and participate in site visits where they will directly experience professional and postsecondary opportunities in each of these fields. Examples of site visits for each sector may include speakers from and visits to the floor of the United States House of Represen-
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tatives, a prominent architecture firm, the DC Convention Center and the Georgetown University Schools of Public Policy and Foreign Service. The program runs from June 30 – August 1 and enrollment is currently ongoing.
original investigations by solving real-world problems in science, math, creative writing, social studies, or the arts while having a hands-on, enjoyable, learning experience.
Summer Bridge K-8 DCPS Summer School DCPS will host eight school sites for the K-8 summer school program. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., teachers will use a research-based curriculum, aligned with Common Core State Standards, and online blended learning programs (Lexia and ST Math) to deliver a high-impact experience that will improve students’ reading, writing, and math skills. Specifically, students will learn in the 120 – minute literacy block and the 90 minute math block. The goal of the program is to provide additional academic support and enrichment for students to prevent “summer slide” or academic regression that can happen when students are not in school. Students will also receive breakfast and lunch during the free program. Teachers for the summer include DCPS’ most highly effective teachers, as well as those from the DC Teaching Fellows program. Instructional experts, including leaders from the Mary Jane Patterson Fellows, Master Educators, and DC Teaching Fellow coaches, instructors and site coordinators will provide instructional support to staff.
School-wide Enrichment Model (SEM) Summer Program A new program this summer involves the expansion of the school wide Enrichment Model; DCPS’ talent development program that finds gifted and talented qualities in all students and hones in and creates opportunities based on their interests and abilities. This summer, DCPS is collaborating with the Neag Center for Gifted Education and Talent Development at the University of Connecticut to provide more than 100 DCPS students with a month long, free summer enrichment learning opportunity for rising sixth, seventh and eighth grade students. DCPS is accepting applications for the remaining seats for this program. The program will immerse students in engaging and challenging topics in which they have a strong interest. Students will work in groups with others who share these interests. They will use technology and other resources to carry out
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Every year, DCPS offers summer programming to rising High School students in an effort to ease the transition and ensure student success. This year, every neighborhood High School will offer a summer bridge program for interested students, and application High Schools are also offering their own programming. Over the course of the five week program, students will strengthen academic skills and learn practical strategies for High School success. Students who are part of the Summer Youth Employment Program can work while participating in Summer Bridge. Others may earn 0.5 credits toward graduation or a stipend. Teachers at the majority of the summer bridge programs are the same teachers the students will have in their ninth grade academies. “Our ninth-graders are at such a critical time in their academic career,” said Henderson. “Transitioning to High School can often be stressful and intimidating. With Summer Bridge, we can mitigate some of those anxieties and make High School seem much less intimidating, while also providing important opportunities for learning.”
English Language Learner Summer Academic Program (ELLSAP) For the third year in a row, DCPS is offering a rigorous academic summer program for English Language Learner (ELL) High School students to support student progress in English language development. This program, which is available to students at any English proficiency level, provides students with additional opportunities to accumulate necessary credits towards graduation. The program brings students together from six different High Schools, allowing students to broaden their horizon and work collaboratively with students from other cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Summer Meals “A major component of our summer offerings are the meals we provide,” said Henderson. “Three out of four children in DCPS rely on free or re-
duced priced school meals during the school year and their need for healthy meals is just as important over the summer. We still serve these meals over the summer and we want families to know that they can come to schools to ensure their children get the nutrition they need over the summer. I am proud that the availability of these meals to our families in need does not change when the school year ends.” At 49 DCPS schools, across all wards in the city, DCPS will provide meals to all school age children, regardless of whether or not they are enrolled in the program offered at the school over the summer. At the majority of these schools, DCPS will serve both breakfast and lunch, including hot meals. DCPS serves a majority of the hot meals over the summer to children in need. A list of DCPS summer meal sites will be available on the DCPS website.
Summer Reading “Literacy is our strongest focus because the ability to read and write empowers our students to succeed across all subjects,” said Henderson. “This summer, we want the love of reading and writing to continue all summer long.” DCPS is making a Districtwide strategic investment to help mitigate learning loss over the summer. Every Prekindergarten to fifth grade student in the targeted 40 lowest performing schools will receive four non-fiction and one fiction book to read over the summer. Over the coming weeks leading up to the last day of school, teachers will work on lessons that will promote engaging activities for the students to do over the summer with their new books. In addition, every elementary school student in DCPS will receive a writing journal over the summer to use for reflection and other activities. For more info about programs: http://dcps.dc.gov/DCPS/ Beyond+the+Classroom/Summer+School. Editor’s note: There will be no School Notes for the month of August. Submissions can be sent to schools@hillrag.com for the September issue! – SBJ. u
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by Vince Morris experience – for some of them – being away from home for the first time. Joining parent chaperones were a handful of key teachers: Susan Mitchell, Kathleen Talbot, Nina Harris, Martin Spinner and Christopher Purdy. Some of those teachers have been leading this special trip for 10 or 15 years or more and they have a well-honed perspective on what the students get from their trip to the space camp. Besides looking out so the kids get where they need to go and actually get some sleep on the long bus ride to Alabama, teachers help make sure that the day-to-day learning sessions at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama are in fact geared towards learning. And they are. Students learn about science, technology, engineering and math through hands-on educational activities that are led by the camp staff. Students build their own rockets and launch them into the sky, watching them slowly sink back down to Earth suspended by a parachute. Students bring their rockets back with them when they leave Alabama and they are among their most prized possessions – next to their official space camp tee-shirts, patches and the foam they mix and shape (which is used as insulation in space because it is very light and very strong). During the five-night program the first week of May, students also participate in simulated mis-
sions, were guided through the past, present and future of space exploration amid the backdrop of highfidelity test articles or actual rockets and shuttles, and explored the first rocket that put an American in space and actual capsules early astronauts used during their missions. Highlights included walking on the moon in the 1/6th gravity chair to feel what and navigating a tumble-spin on the Multi-Axis Trainer, climbing the tallest mountain on the red planet with the Mars Climbing Wall, and experiencing four times the gravity of Earth with the liftoff force of a simulator. Hobson 6th grader Amber Whetstone described one of her training missions: “We landed our (simulated) shuttle safely. We had two student directors in Mission Control plus our shuttle pilot and commander. When we landed the shuttle, we screamed and laughed.” Even though Stuart Hobson and Watkins students have a great number of memorable field trips during their elementary and middle school years, there is nothing else quite like the space camp trip. And now with this year’s camp over, Cluster students at Peabody – along with younger students at Watkins – now they are one year closer to their turn to spend a week learning about space from astronauts. Vincent Morris is President, Capitol Hill Cluster School PTA and a gather of a 6th grader at Hobson Middle School and a 4th and a 2nd grader at Watkins Elementary u
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Not Your Grandmother’s Tree Box How One Capitol Hill Block is Caring for its Tree Boxes article by Cheryl Corson, photos by Laurie Duncan
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lease don’t call them tree boxes. These curbside amenities have been re-branded “tree spaces” because now we know that trees need more than a little square of soil in order to survive and thrive. These spaces can make a street look shabby or sharp, yet in DC, their care rests solely on what amounts to the kindness of strangers, as the city
Nick Waterson and son Thomas planting the tree box as Ian Brasure rakes in the background. Right: Susan Borchardt, gallivanting gardener, with Danielle Brasure and Elissa Shurden Ernst
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street tree fences, dog pee, and plants beyond the ubiquitous Liriope (aka lilyturf) that could survive this tough environment. The group soon realized that this job would require a lot of plants. They declined the option to install turf, not wanting this demanding and unsustainable option. While they thought more about it, a long, snowy winter ensued. In spring, Ms. Duncan was ready to tackle the project. Her corner home had the largest tree spaces, 400 square feet on E Street alone. I provided a short list of suitable plants and a sketch with their layout and approximate arrangement. Over the next two months, Hill gardener Susan Borchardt translated my plan into measured drawings with precise quantities. We made some plant substitutions in an effort to select only the toughest candidates. Along the way, Ms. Duncan’s enthusiasm attracted a few more residents to participate. By June the project was ready to roll. Ms. Borchardt ordered the plants and rented a van to pick them up. Soil amendments and mulch were reserved at Frager’s. One gorgeous Saturday, over a dozen residents and kids spent the entire day working.
DCMR Title 24, Section 109…and other Regs
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does not maintain them. Here’s the story of how one Capitol Hill street is taking on the tree space challenge.
Let the E Street, NE Tree Space Games Begin Last summer, the city vastly enlarged the tree spaces on 1100 block of E Street NE to help its new trees grow. This work was largely instigated by resident tree-advocate Mike Ikenberry. All of a sudden, thousands of square feet of bare soil appeared along the curb in a bold act of concrete removal. Good
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for the trees? Yes. But what should be done with this new expanse of virgin soil? Nature abhors a vacuum, and weeds quickly moved in while residents weighed their options. People on this street are neighborly. They have a list serv, they have pot lucks, they know one another’s kids, and they organize. Last September, E Street resident Laurie Duncan invited me to give a talk in her home on tree space planting options. Around the dining room table I talked with a dozen or so home owners about regulations,
Of course there are regulations about this sort of thing, nowhere as glamorous as the April 2014 publication, “Greening DC Streets,” http://ddot.dc.gov/publication/greening-dc-streets, which illustrates the shape of things to come, the humble DC Municipal Regulations address “Beautification of Tree Spaces” http://www.dcregs.dc.gov/Gateway/RuleHome.aspx?RuleID=1241714 . Here’s what you need to know: • Planting tree spaces does not require a permit; • Property owners pay for and maintain the work; • Keep plants away from bus stops, alley entries, fire hydrants, and parking meters; • Don’t change the grade of the soil (that’s bad for trees); • Use plants that grow no taller than 18 inches; • Plant no vegetables (dogs pee in tree boxes despite our best intentions); • The District may “remove or destroy” plantings with “sufficient notice” when needed for construction. Another publication, the very useful 2011 ”DDOT Public Realm Design Manual,” adds that “plantings should be a minimum of 2 feet from the root flare of the street tree in order to protect feeder and anchor roots from damage.” See section 3.6.4 in: http://ddot.dc.gov/ node/467032 . Residents who are feeling flush can opt to purchase steel tree fences for the three sides of their tree spaces – the curb side may not be fenced. Thinking on these has evolved so that now fences are designed to allow storm water runoff from sidewalks to enter the tree space rather than diverting it to the curb and over-burdened storm sewers. The city will not pay for these fences, but they have provided detailed specifications and a photograph on their website: http://ddot.dc.gov/page/tree-fence-specifications-astm-787-astm-653-and-astm-607
Design Matters The District’s regulations are good at telling you what not to do. Here are some ideas of what to do, and why. If you’re looking down a
long street that gets a lot of sun, like the south side of the 1100 block of E Street, NE, tree spaces that are now 25 to 40 feet long and nearly six feet wide command a strong presence. If the trees set up a rhythm like a bass guitar, plantings in the tree spaces play the melody. Imagine walking down a street where a predictable repetition of elements at ground level mirrors that of the architecture above. There is comfort in this type of urban landscape. To achieve predictability while avoiding monotony, I recommended a limited plant palette of just three species: • Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Hameln’ (Dwarf Fountain Grass). Early flowering, 18”24”, clump forming, flowers July through September. Cut back in March to 4” from crown of plant • Carex flacca ‘Blue Zinger’ (Blue Sedge), height 12”-18”, blue-green foliage, cut back in March, native. • Sedum ternatum (Three Leaved Stonecrop) Evergreen leaves in whorls of three. Delicate star shaped flowers in May-June, height 6”, native. In order to establish a sense of intentionality, the Dwarf fountain grasses were used at the outside edges of each tree space like a frame. Then the Blue sedge and Stonecrop sedum were inter-planted in groups toward the center. The tree root zone was left unplanted for 4’-6’ on either side of the tree trunk. This area was mulched, and mulch was kept several inches away from the trunk itself to discourage fungus, insects, and other pests. Note that while the Carex and Sedum tolerate shade, you would use something other than the Pennisetum on the shady north side of the street. There I would consider Eu-
phorbia amygdaloides var. robbiae (Wood spurge), which is evergreen and can take sun or shade. One of the benefits of a limited plant palette is that each tree space does not have to be identically replicated in order to achieve the sense of repetition. Another is easy maintenance, since it is clear what plants are intended to be there, and weeds are more easily identified. A smaller plant palette also makes purchasing more cost effective as you are getting more of the same species, and wholesalers like to sell in multiples of 12 or more.
A Helping Hand A combination of advocacy, organization, expertise, planning and elbow grease helped the E Street NE tree space project take shape. While adults worked and kids played in the mulch with toy dump trucks, Susan Borchardt keep volunteers on track by setting out plants according to plan at the correct spacing, and showing people how to plant. All neighbors worked on one tree space at a time, and the group moved down the street together. Mr. Ikenberry weeded and mulched tree boxes that were not planted this time around. Passersby asked if the group could help plant tree spaces on their street (“sorry but no”), and some apartment dwellers who just liked getting their hands dirty took part as well. The group planted 125 plants, amended the soil and mulched for eight hours. Then one neighbor made dinner for everyone as they kicked back and admired their work. Cheryl Corson is a licensed landscape architect who believes that nurturing a tree for a decade or more is good for people and the planet. She is in private practice on the Hill and beyond. www.cherylcorson.com u
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Staying Cool During the Dog Days Ways To Save Money and Be Energy Efficient
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ow that summer is here, here are a few tips to help you stay cool while keeping your bank account intact. You might even find a new idea or two!
Air Conditioning • A programmable thermostat allows you to set the temperature of your house according to your own schedule. With a daily programming option, a programmable thermostat can save you $180 per year in energy costs. Frager’s Hardware on E St SE carries these thermostats and will even dispose of your old one for you. • Setting the fan on your AC to “auto” shuts off the fan at the same time as the compressor. According to DC Sustainable Energy Utility, using the “auto” setting is better than using the AC system’s central fan to provide air circulation. To conserve energy (and money), block vents in rooms that aren’t in use for any prolonged period. • Set your thermostat as high as comfortably possible and at a higher setting at night. The less difference there is between indoor and outdoor temperature, the less your air conditioning system will have to work. Setting the thermostat at a colder setting than normal when you turn on your air conditioner won’t cool your home any faster. • Change or clean your AC air filter at least every three months. Reusable air filters, available at Frager’s, can be cleaned with a vacuum or water and will save you money over the long haul and keep one more thing out of the landfill. • A yearly tune-up of your AC (and heating) system will ensure the efficiency and comfort of your system. • If you’re considering installing air conditioning in your home or condo, consider an energy efficient window or a portable unit. These can be very cost effective and provide sufficient cooling for a room or portions of a home.
Air Circulation • Capitol Hill rowhouse design facilitates air circulation and reduces the need for air condi-
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by Catherine Plume tioning. Pull down or split screens that you can walk through for exterior doors will allow you to keep the air moving while keeping insects out of your house. • Ceiling fans will make you feel cooler. Look for Energy Star rated options. There’s also a new line of ceiling fans on the market with a DC motor that runs on an AC current that’s approximately 300 percent more energy efficient than other models. To maximize seasonal air circulation, fan blades should turn counterclockwise in the summer (as you look up at the blades) and clockwise in winter. Turn off the fan when you leave a room.
Air drying clothes is a great way to reduce heat inside your home and save energy as well.
roof and walls can make a huge difference in the energy efficiency of your home. • Make sure there are • Consider installno lamps, appliances or heat ing a solar panel array on sources near your thermostat. your home. The cost of so• When possible, lar panels has dropped apbake, cook and iron in the proximately 60 percent since early morning or evening. 2011 making renewable enAir drying clothes is also a ergy and ever more affordgreat way to reduce heat inable option for your home or side your home. With clothes business. Joining a bulk purdryers accounting for as much Ceiling fans will make you feel cooler. Look chase or leasing panels can as six percent of home enerfor Energy Star rated options. save you even more money. gy use, air drying can cut enCheck out DC Sun at www. ergy costs significantly and prolong the life of your dcsun.org/ for more information about installing soclothes. If you don’t have space for a permanent lar panels and solar hot water systems. clothes line, consider a drying rack or a retractable • The DC Sustainable Energy Utility (DCclothesline that can be used inside or outside. All SEU) is a great resource for energy saving rebates of these are available at the Frager’s. and tips for your home or business. DCSEU just started offering rebates on programmable thermoOther Ideas stats ñ more information can be found here.http:// • Close south and west-facing curtains and dcseu.com/for-my-home/heating-and-cooling-yourshades during the day on any window that gets dihome/air-conditioning#programmable-thermostats. rect sunlight. Keep these windows closed, as well. Visit their website and sign up to be notified when • Plant vegetation to shade entryways and rebates become available at www.dcseu.com. patios. Both Frager’s Pad at Eastern Market and And, don’t forget to enjoy this great season. An Gingko Gardens on 11th St SE carry a wide variice cold gelato can take the edge off of even the hotety of trees, shrubs, vines, and trellises that are well test summer day! adapted to DC’s climate. • Insulate your roof. Many Capitol Hill Catherine Plume is the blogger for the DC Rehomes have little or no insulation in the roof. Incycler, www.dcrecycler.blogspot.com; Twitter: DC_Restalling and or upgrading your insulation in the cycler. u
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Dear Garden Problem Lady, by Wendy Blair
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ur climbing hydrangea bloomed magnificently this year, for the first time in its 14-year life. Yesterday the main trunk fell down -- flat. I saw that behind the luxuriant leaf canopy of its main trunk, that trunk was gnarled, twisted far from the brick wall, and not attached to anything. What can I do? If any separate vertical trunks remain, tie them so that their growth shoots can grip onto the brick, or install a trellis for them. Cut the twisted main trunk down. From now on, pay attention. An Hydrangea’s aerial roots need a firm basis upon which to climb vertically. Prune only just after blooming. We inherited a mature climbing hydrangea, facing east, along a protected brick wall of our enclosed garden. It has always bloomed profusely -- until this spring. Our beautiful climber has only some green leaves here and there, with few blooms this year. Masses of its twigs and branches have no growth. I am afraid to prune it. What should I do? The winter of 2013 killed many shrubs and trees. Hydrangeas are strong survivors, however. You must painstakingly inspect the dead-looking branches of your shrub. Test each by scratching the outer bark with your finger to see if the inside,
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cambium layer is green. If it is not green, that twig or branch is dead. Remove it. Follow each branch back to a main stem or trunk. Ultimately, test the main growth trunks, to determine if their cambium layers are alive or dead. This pruning may occur a bit too late to preserve next year’s flower buds, because they form soon after 2014 blooms. However, you will save your Hydrangea. It will come back with renewed strength, to bloom fully in 2016!
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Taking No Comfort in CSX’s Agreements I take no comfort in CSX’s self-described “voluntary” rerouting agreement, or in its alleged intentions to not increase the shipment of Bakken crude and other hazmats – even chlorine! – through DC’s monument core. This agreement is so secret that even Congresswoman Norton can’t see it. It’s unenforceable, and CSX can breach it at any time; for example, after it receives approvals for the Virginia Avenue Tunnel expansion. CSX can’t expect us to trust it, especially as CSX and its hazmat customers continue to oppose federal attempts at rail safety regulation. CSX fought with every resource at its mighty disposal to defeat city legislation regulating transport of only the very worst of the hazmats, and only within two miles of the Capitol. That legislation had been inspired by 9/11, and by a 2001 CSX derailment in the Howard Street Tunnel that shut downtown Baltimore for a week, causing millions of dollars in damage and cancelation of three games at Camden Yards. The DC Council recognized the danger. They recognized that four metro station exits were less than 250 feet from these tracks, and that 18 metro air vents would admit toxic or explosive gasses to the blue, orange, yellow, and green lines. They recognized that freight trains are largely unguarded and unregulated. They recognized that DC is the most high-profile terrorist target in the world.
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CSX won. Only the federal government, the DC Circuit held, may regulate the railroads. In 2007, NCPC – and DDOT! – recommended rerouting the trains altogether. Their study, like the one in 1997, went nowhere. These days, we don’t just worry about al Qaeda. As the Navy Yard is all too painfully aware, even a single crazed individual can inflict mass, deadly harm. And rail accidents happen. Often. And, increasingly, with catastrophic consequences. Last summer, a derailment in Lac Megantic caused an inferno that claimed 47 lives and caused more than $400 million in damage. Imagine what would happen in highly-populated DC CSX admits that it can ship unlimited Bakken crude through the city. And, while CSX was touting its safety record before the DC Council on April 30, a CSX train carrying Bakken crude derailed and exploded in Lynchburg, VA. Threehundred people were evacuated. CSX had at least two other derailments – in Greenville, NC (chemicals for fertilizers) and Bowie, MD (coal) – within 24 hours of its DC Council testimony. US and Canadian mayors are begging Congress and regulators for improvements in rail safety. Even Transportation Secretary Foxx admits that his agency can’t keep up. We may not be able to make CSX reroute the hazmats or the trains. But we don’t have to make the problem exponentially and permanently worse. CSX needs environmental approval,
new right of way, and construction permits. The city can – and should – just say no. At the least, the city should condition any approvals on CSX making a legally binding, perpetual, public agreement to reroute the worst of the hazmats away from the monument core. That’s not regulation. It’s contract. And it’s the only way to protect our city from a powerful industry that values profits over lives and other “externalities.” Maureen Cohen Harrington cohenharrington@gmail.com
CSX Let Us Age in Peace On Thursday, June 19th, 2014, the residents at Arthur Capper came together to discuss their feelings and concerns in reference to the packet and letter put out by government agencies on CSX. There is much to be considered in the 2600 pages of the government report; we must take time out to consider each step. Step by step. Many of the residents feel that the report has never changed; it is saying the same thing, only suggesting less action, and that’s why we must ask the city to extend the time in making a decision on the freight rail construction. Compensation was mentioned by CSX for the residents of Arthur Capper who reside on the Virginia Avenue side of the building. We want the government and CSX to know THAT EVERYONE LIVING IN THE BUILDING HERE AT CAPPER WILL BE AFFECTED BY THE
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CONSTRUCTION ON THE VIRGINIA Avenue site, 30 feet from our building. We are seniors, a number of us at the age 80 or 90 with major health issues. There are lives to be considered, not money. If you are going to talk money, you must consider far more than what was stated in just a few cases. Committees were formed to do a demonstration during the meeting on July 1 in front of the Skyline Inn. We will also do picketing along Virginia Avenue. Florence J. Copeland Resident of Arthur Capper Senior Building
Disappointed in the Process I am just as disappointed with the FEIS and I was with the DEIS for its lack of clarity and specificity in addressing the issues that have been presented by the residents and the surrounding community regarding the CSX expansion project. Questions are still unanswered and there are too many “general” explanations with little or no basis in fact. I am also disappointed that Mayor Gray and the DC Council has remained so silent on the issue when they are supposed to be keeping in mind the best interest of the residents. I think its time for a meaningful DC Council Hearing on the matter, Mr. Mendelson. In addition, I urge the DC Council, DDOT, and the new mayor to adopt a new rail plan and to have an open and comprehensive dialogue with all of the interested parties. Shawn T. goklt@aol.com
Make Maryland Avenue Safe, Mr. Mayor (On June 11, 2014, at a duly noticed, regularly scheduled monthly meeting of ANC 6C, with a quorum of 6 out of 6 commissioners and the public present, the above-mentioned matter came before us. The commissioners voted unanimously, 6:0:0, to send this letter. ) As you are aware, the head librarian at the NE Library was struck by a speeding taxi on the evening of June 9, 2014, at the intersection of Maryland, D, and 7th Street NE She was rushed to the hospital with significant injuries. This tragedy was both foreseen and preventable. We in ANC 6C have repeatedly told DDOT
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about the dangerous conditions at that intersection and have made numerous requests over the years—through letters, phone calls, and in-person meetings—for DDOT to install the safety upgrades outlined in the Maryland Avenue Pedestrian Safety Project. DDOT has failed to make those changes after more than a year of delays, with tragic consequences for our neighborhood. We understand that DDOT is currently considering installing interim safety measures for the intersection of Maryland/D/7th Street (the same measures identified in 2012). We ask that you move as quickly as possible to complete work on those safety measures before children go back to school at the end of this summer. We will be following your progress closely and look forward to receiving your response. Thank you for giving great weight to the request. Karen Wirt, Chair ANC 6C
Getting From Here To There on Streetcars The DC Council’s decision to slow funding for the District’s streetcar underscores the long overdue need for a sound foundation to administer this new transportation system. First, the city needs to decide the best option to finance and govern streetcars. A mayoral task force has grappled with this issue since 2012 but has never reported publicly on its findings and recommendations. City Administrator Allen Lew, who chairs the group, testified before Council on June 4, 2014 that three models were under consideration: operation by an agency subordinate to the Mayor, an independent authority, or a hybrid model. What are the risks and benefits of each model and how will the public interest will be represented and protected? Second, we need to know where maintenance and storage facilities will be located, especially since they require substantial acreage and are not compatible with many other land uses. The outrageous decision to locate the first streetcar barn on the historic Spingarn High School campus has led to deep community resentment. Now the 2013 Union Station to Georgetown feasibility study proposes an eight-nine acre maintenance and storage facility along this route. Where? What are potential sites for other maintenance facilities to serve a 22-mile system? A 37-
mile system? What will they cost in both dollars and lost opportunities for other uses? And what lessons can we take from the handsomely designed original streetcar maintenance buildings such as those at 1400 East Capitol Street and the multi-floor car barn on M Street? Third, the city must comply with laws requiring objective studies on acquiring non-aerial streetcar propulsion technology appropriate in the nation’s capital. Overhead streetcar wires are expensive and potentially unnecessary in much of DC. The stanchions and overhead wires on the H St./Benning Rd., NE streetcar route are unsightly and not befitting the future of this rapidly developing area. Other beautiful cities in the world are adopting advanced technologies including ground level power and on-board energy supplies (super-capacitors, batteries, flywheels, on-board fuel tanks, fuel cells). We should not settle for lining our streets with a maze of 20th century streetcar wires and bulky stanchions at the same time that we are spending millions of dollars to underground other utility wires. Finally, DDOT needs to substantially improve how it listens and responds to public wisdom, and how it communicates policy to the public. The Anacostia streetcar meetings featured junior staff members, outside engineers and public participation specialists at isolated presentation boards who could not answer even the most basic questions on future development plans for the area. Checking the public participation box must be replaced by skillfully helping communities figure out their best options. Community impacts matter. All of us are responsible to see that the streetcar system is done well. Residents and their elected Council members must demand better planning; and DDOT must communicate to a skeptical public how the department will get the streetcar system from here to there. Thanks. Meg Maguire, The Committee of 100 on the Federal City megmaguireconsultant@msn.com u
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The DC Flag Day Photo Contest by Charles Allen
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n Friday, June 14th, DC celebrated Flag Day. It’s a time when many show off their stars and bars – whether proudly hanging on their front porch or even tattooed on their arms. This year, we launched our second online campaign to have neighbors share photographs showing off their love of the District flag. Helping highlight the lack of representation and just why our “state flag” means so much to us. To take it up a notch, we again partnered with the Hill Rag and Hill’s Kitchen to have people send in pictures via Twitter, Facebook and email from across the city. Here are a few of our favorite pictures from DC Flag Day… Charles Allen is the Democratic Nominee for the Ward 6 Council Seat and a longtime DC Statehood advocate. He can be contacted at cwallen@gmail.com or www.CharlesAllenWard6.com.
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