The DC Department of Public Works accepts old electronics and other hazardous materials on the first Thursday and Saturday of every month at the Fort Totten transfer station. While it may not be as convenient as curbside pick up, it does divert very harmful chemicals and heavy metals from our waste stream and landfills, which means […]
To me, Independence Day is a pretty special day on Capitol Hill. Yes there is the deep meaning of living so close to the federal government on a day we remember our declaration of freedom and how special and unique that is. Sure, there’s that. But Capitol Hill seems to take on a very small-town […]
While it may not keep pace with H Street NE, Barracks Row has its fair share of eateries opening lately. Last weekend saw the grand opening of Pacifico Cantina. Next door to Belga Cafe, the new Tex-Mex restaurant and bar may be already best known for its massive roof deck; but there is also a […]
Did you know that Zack Morris’ sweet phone on the show “Saved by the Bell” was a Motorola DynaTAC or that Tyrannosaurus Rex in Latin means “Tyrant Lizard King?” If so, I want you on my team! As the temperatures are on the rise here in DC, one particularly fun way to beat the heat […]
This post has little to do with the weather, but it just doesn’t feel right to be the one person not commenting on the heat. So, wow its hot out there! Let this serve as a reminder that our four legged friends need plenty of extra water on days like this! Speaking of dogs, how’s […]