31 May 2011

Hill Buzz

We’ve now had our first 100-degree heat index and it’s not even June.  Is anyone else a bit worried about what kind of summer we’re about to experience?  My new running routine will need to move to the treadmill if things don’t improve out there soon! …that, and I will need to find a friend […]


30 May 2011

Lost Capitol Hill: The Gerry-Mander

With all the discussion about redistricting, and how the boundaries are not being drawn to keep neighborhoods together  but rather for other political considerations, it brings to mind the good old American tradition of gerrymandering, a tradition almost as old as the United States – and one that has, of course, a Capitol Hill connection.


27 May 2011

Yard Sale Open Thread

Ahh … long weekend ahead.  If, in the midst of those backyard barbeques, you’ve also purged your closets and plan on giving your castoffs a new life with a yard sale, then tell us about it.  Click on Comments and give us all the pertinent details:  where, when and what goodies we can expect. Maybe […]


27 May 2011

Gallery Visit: Conner Contemporary Art

Some may question if Florida Avenue is truly considered part of the Hill, but a step inside Conner Contemporary Art near the corner of 13th Street, Northeast and you’ll be glad it’s in your neighborhood. Through July 2nd, they’re exhibiting five artists, and if you’re at all enthused by polaroids, disco balls, awnings or drag […]


26 May 2011

The To Do List

Hello everyone!  Are you ready to welcome summer by grilling, getting a nice sunburn at any of the local pools which will be happily open starting Monday, and remembering all those who’ve given their lives so you can sunburn in utter and delicious freedom?  Yeah, so am I.  If you’re in a rut as to […]


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