I have previously written about visitors to the Washington Navy Yard. Today, I introduce another group: The first ambassadors to the United States from the newly opened country of Japan. In 1860, seven years after Commodore oorooatthew Perry had established trading with Japan, the Japanese government sent an ambassador to the United States, along with […]
Capitol Hill Cub Scout Pack 230 is selling trees, wreaths, and table top trees at the Lutheran Church of the Reformation (212 East Capitol St. NE) December 3-6. Hours: Thursday Dec. 3 (5:00pm-8:00pm); Friday Dec. 4 (5:00pm-8:00pm); Saturday Dec. 5 (9:00am – 6:00pm); Sunday Dec. 6 (11:30am – 4:00pm). All purchases support Pack 230’s community service projects. Brent Elementary is bringing […]
Holiday season is here! Today, stop by the northeast corner of the Eastern Market Metro Plaza from 5:30-6pm for the 9th Annual Capitol Hill Holiday Tree Lighting. the Capitol Hill BID’s “Men in Blue” will serve hot chocolate and doughnuts while Joyous Voices, Capitol Hill Arts Workshop‘s Suzuki Strings and the Washington Youth Choir perform your favorite holiday carols! […]
It’s time to walk off that Thanksgiving feast while getting a jump start on your holiday shopping by celebrating Small Business Saturday on Capitol Hill! Sure, you could order things online and have them delivered to your door, but it’s important to support our local businesses. Without them, our streets would not have the wonderful […]
First off, HAPPY THANKSGIVING! From all of us to all of you, we are grateful you read us and keep up with us on Twitter and Facebook. Hope you and your loved ones have a wonderful celebration– and if you’re having a hard time, there is always Adele. (Apologies in advance for the earworm!) Once […]