Last week, I properly introduced Michael Shiner, Capitol Hill diarist. Although, as with many aspects of Shiner’s life, it is impossible to say when he wrote down his memories, that which can be confirmed by other sources indicates the accuracy of his memory– down to events that happened when he was quite young. For instance, […]
Is this the busiest week of the year? Maybe that’s just me? Event stacked upon event? Well, let’s get to it then! Tonight is the opening night of Step Afrika!’s Magical, Musical Holiday Step Show. This event has quickly become a neighborhood holiday tradition. If you have never seen this company, which has taken the […]
I have in the past frequently alluded to Michael Shiner without going into any further detail about his life and work. Given his importance to our neighborhood, and in particular what we know about daily life at the Washington Navy Yard in the 19th century, I want to take a few weeks to look more […]
Happy December! How is your calendar? Mine is already starting to make me feel anxious about all the merriment I have to squeeze in by New Year’s. In case you have time between holiday parties you might want to check out some of these options: Tonight is the Annual Brickie Awards. This yearly party honoring […]
THIS WEEK Wednesday, December 4: The Capitol Hill Jazz Jam at Mr. Henry’s, 601 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, from 8-11 p.m. Make it a Wednesday night tradition. More info. Thursday, December 5: Make sure you go to the Brickie Awards and bask in the glow and warmth of our community. For more information and to RSVP, click here. Afterwards, […]