Guest contributor Dare Johnson Wenzler is a Capitol Hill resident, Realtor and co-owner of First Vine Wine Imports + Sales. This post also appears on her blog Real Estate On (and off!) the Hill. In bounds for Maury Elementary, with 3 bedrooms, a large lot and also beautifully renovated condition? 1364 North Carolina Ave NE checks […]
UPDATE (2/21/15 1:30 PM) Due to the government snow-related closing, the Bouts today have been canceled. It may be cold outside but the battle is heating up in the DC Armory. The DC Rollergirls want to remind you that they play rain, shine, or snow and they have a competition in town this Saturday! Come to […]
Finally, here is a tag that you can print out and hang on the valve. In case of emergency, anyone in the house can quickly locate the main water supply valve and cut off the water. (click image for full-size printable file)
Old houses have such charm, and so little insulation. As this stretch of frigid temperatures continue, our homes’ pipes are at greater risk for freezing. And worse, bursting all over your house. So what can you do? Start by identifying pipes that are at the greatest risk, starting with outdoor spouts and any pipes that run along exterior […]
So.. cold… If you want to venture out from under your pile of blankets here are some ideas for fun: Tonight, Washington Post book editor Ron Charles interviews poet Frank Bidart, winner of the 2013 National Book Critics Circle award. The event begins at 7pm and is free. More information can be found here. Friday […]