15 Sep 2009

Hill Buzz

Time or another look at what others are saying about our dear neighborhood… Belga Cafe’s Bart Vandaele was featured in Metrocurean‘s Five Bites.  He, of course, gives a great shout out to Eastern Market. DCMetrocentric looked at a Capitol Hill condo with an amazing view. Prince of Petworth alerted us to a new addition coming […]


14 Sep 2009

Lost Capitol Hill: The Temporary Capitol

During a hearing in 1962 Representative H. R. Gross asked a witness “You have heard that old saying, Mr. Macy, that there is nothing so permanent in Washington as something temporary, have you not?” It was hardly a new sentiment at the time; one reason why the temporary structures built during WWII were made to […]


11 Sep 2009

Pools Go to the Dogs

On the list of defining characteristics for The Hill is our undeniable love of our four legged family members. Parks abound for recreation , but swimming options are nil. What to do? The Department of Parks and Recreation is offering  a temporary solution to this dilemma:  Doggie Day Swim.  Details are below for the September […]


11 Sep 2009

Freshman on The Hill

Being a newbie on the Hill, I heard some things mentioned over and over from different people.  Some of these things were painted in a good light by some and in a more unflattering one by others. But Frager’s, much like the Cheverly pool, always drew a special degree of reverence from those who mentioned […]


10 Sep 2009

The To Do List

The kids are back at school, folks have unpacked their summer suitcases, and fall is here! A few things to keep on your radar this weekend: On Saturday and Monday, a group of Maury Elementary School PTA members, joined by screening professionals, and Councilman Tommy Wells, will help “take the pain” out of volunteering. To […]


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