I wrote of the Experimental Model Basin last week, and mentioned some of the tests that had been done there for the Navy. The basin was, however, also used by private citizens, as we will see in today’s episode. Stopping a ship has always been a problem. Anyone who has ever tried to smoothly berth […]
It’s almost the weekend and you’re bound to have a Safeway-shaped hole. Here to help you out is Barred in DC, our newest contributor, who’ll be sharing news from Hill East. Enjoy! -Maria Helena Carey The Safeway closed Saturday, March 10, after over a half-century at 14th & Kentucky SE. A new ground-level Safeway in […]
Just in time for this wintery spring, the Folger unveils their latest offering, The Winter’s Tale. The play will run from March 13 through April 22 at the Folger Theatre. To buy tickets, click here. Director Aaron Posner coaxes a nuanced performance from a gifted ensemble cast. They manage to take us, the audience, into […]
Happy Belated Birthday to you Dr. Seuss! A few words from Theodore to keep in mind today: 1. “You are you. Now, isn’t that pleasant?” 2. “From there to here, and here to there, funny things are everywhere” 3. “So, open your mouth, lad! For every voice counts!” And kudos to the kids at Maury Elementary who painted […]
Dear Forbes, The Navy Yard/Capitol Riverfront area is pretty darn vibrant and a true riverfront already. It’s about to get MUCH MORE VIBRANT with a new development and a hotel, all of which sounds amazing. Go read some JDLand too– we’ll wait. Forbes EatBar has one of the best happy hours in DC. Washington Post A town […]