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Congratulations to the Class of 2011! Eight years ago, KIPP DC made a promise to the Class of 2011 that we would do whatever it takes to see them through to college graduation and the competitive world beyond. Today, we celebrate our alumni as they graduate from high school and take the next steps towards conquering their goals and moving to and through college. We are proud of your hard work. KIPP DC: KIPP Through College is a team of advisors who ensure all KIPP alumni have the tools and support needed to attain a college degree. Success is achieved by an alumnusâ€™ hard work, persistence, and resourcefulness. During the 10 years following 8th grade promotion, the KIPP Through College team works with alumni to identify and reach their educational and life goals. As our alumni become empowered, college-educated leaders, they build a better tomorrow for themselves and their communities.

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CONTENTS JUNE 2011 08 10

Hit the City • Joy Hopkins Calendar

out and about 18 20 22

Insatiable • Celeste McCall Retail Therapy • Scott Fazzini Jazz Avenues • Steve Monroe

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The Nose • Anonymous The Numbers: Is DC’s Economy Rebounding? • Ed Lazere Logan Circles • Mark F. Johnson 14th and U • Catherine Finn Shaw Streets • Ralph Brabham Bloomingdale Bytes • Eleanor Gourley & Emma Scott

kids and family 32 34 36 38

Continuing Education: Lifelong Learning • Peter Sherer Education Special Ad listings Kids and Family Notebook • Kathleen Donner New Charter Schools Offer Unique Options • James Jones

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Garden Fairey: Grow for the City • Frank Asher Changing Hands • Don Denton

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Christian Conn and Erica Sullivan in Venus in Fur, photo by Scott Suchman. See the HIT THE CITY section on page 8 for more details

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Studio Theatre Explores Power and Pleasure In David Ives’ 2010 play, Venus in Fur, an actress shows up unannounced for an audition, and the playwright-director grudgingly allows her to try out for his new play, an adaptation of Leopold von Sacher-Masoch’s 1870 novel, Venus in Furs. The audition begins normally, but quickly turns into an increasingly seductive power struggle. The action shifts between the audition and the play-within-a-play, with the two engaged in a game of cat and mouse. Now, all that’s left is for them figure out who’s the cat and who’s the mouse. Sacher-Masoch’s work delves deeply into themes of power dynamics and sexual arousal. When first published, the frank depictions of men and women deriving sexual pleasure from suffering, pain, and humiliation were more than a little controversial. Sacher-Masoch’s name is actually the origin of the term “masochism.” Directing Venus in Fur is David Muse, who took over the post as Studio Theatre’s Artistic Director in September 2010. His Studio and 2ndstage productions of Blackbird, Frozen, and The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow earned ten Helen Hayes Award nominations. Muse is a former student of The Studio Theatre Acting Conservatory and was the Associate Artistic Director at The Shakespeare Theatre Company, where he directed six productions. David Ives, a Chicago native, is probably best known for his quirky, one-act comedies. He has also written for a lot of musical theater including adapting Cole Porter’s Jubilee and Rodgers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific for concert performances at Carnegie Hall. 8 ◆ Midcity DC | June 2011

Christian Conn and Erica Sullivan in Venus in Fur, photo by Scott Suchman

Venus in Fur runs through July 3; tickets start at $35. The Studio Theatre 1501 14th Street NW, 202-332-3300 www.studiotheatre.org

Transformer Gallery Takes a Hawaiian Vacation

Puni Kuahiko’s Coming home to our most indigenous selves, photo by Natalie Cheung.

This IS Hawai’i is a collaborative exhibition by the Transformer Gallery and the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian, which features the work of Maika`i Tubbs presented at Transformer and artist Puni Kukahiko’s site-specific outdoor sculptures presented at both locations. Solomon Enos’ and Carl F. K. Pao’s works are being presented concurrently at the NMAI’s Sealaska Gallery. Maika`i Tubbs is a multi-media artist from Honolulu, Oahu. A 1996 graduate of Kamehameha Schools, he received his BFA in painting from the University of Hawaii at Manoa in 2002. Though he originally worked in drawing and painting, recently Tubbs has developed an interest in repurposing everyday objects to reveal their undiscovered potential. In his installation, “A Life of Its Own,” Tubbs uses plastic knives, forks, spoons, and plates to create delicate sculptures mimicking a highly invasive plant species found on four of the Hawaiian islands.

Polar Bear Born and raised on Oahu, Puni Kuahiko graduated from the Kamehameha Schools and earned both her BFA and MFA from the University of Hawai’i at Manoa. Working in a variety of media, Kukahiko is a proliﬁc sculptor whose works frequently criticize the never-ending commercialization of Hawaii. Other recurring themes in her work are her ancestry and heritage as an indigenous woman of Hawaii, love, and the relationship between herself and the land. Her installations for Transformer and NMAI, “Coming home to our most indigenous selves,” high-

scribe their music as dark hardcore grunge punk rock about grief, evisceration, and diaries. There have been comparisons to some of the other bands the members – Mikey T, Henryhank Mesias, and Beck Levy – used to be in, like Turboslut, Anchors, Exosus, and Tradition Dies Here. The band recorded a publicly available demo in June of 2010 and a full-length CD, released in January 2011 on Amor y Lucha, a DC-based “d.i.y. Inspired” label. Also performing on the 29th are Suns of Guns and the Baltimore-based four-

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The Black Cat Offers Up a Gift Wednesday, June 29, DC-based trio The Gift headlines at The Black Cat. They de-

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SPECIAL EVENTS IN JUNE DC Jazz Festival. June 1-13. Artists will perform at more than 45 venues throughout DC, including the National Mall, the Kennedy Center and Warner Theatre. Signature programs include the highly popular Jazz n’ Families Fun Days at The Phillips Collection (June 4-5) and Jazz in the ‘Hoods which includes performances at more than 30 museums, restaurants and clubs across the city. It’s major artist lineup includes multiple Grammy-Award winners Bobby McFerrin, trumpeter Roy Hargrove, and Latin Jazz legend Eddie Palmieri; as well as the legendary Heath Brothers; pianist Cyrus Chestnut; saxophonists Antonio Hart and JD Allen, and Chilean vocalist Claudia Acuña. On Sunday, June 12, 1:00 PM, Jazz on the National Mall features free performances at the Sylvan Theater on the Washington Monument Grounds from Toby Foyeh & Orchestra Africa, Claudia Acuña Quintet, Frédéric Yonnet, Roy Hargrove’s RH Factor, and the Eddie Palmieri All-Star Salsa Orchestra. dcjazzfest.org Sewall-Belmont House & Museum Public Open House. Saturday, June 4, 11:00 AM6:00 PM. Second St. NE and Constitution Ave. NE. 202-546-1210. sewallbelmont.org Knowledge Commons DC. June 2-30. A new model for learning outside the box, classroom or lecture hall has arrived in DC. Knowledge Commons is a collaborative creative project instigated by local artists and arts organizations who believe in the idea that we can and should share our knowledge and experiences with each another, in the public spaces that are available to us. KCDC’s first session will run in locations throughout the city such as the metro, the farmer’s market, and the zoo. Provisions Library, Transformer, Honfleur Gallery, Pleasant Plains Workshop, and Big Bear Café will also be hosting KCDC classes. Whether a course takes place in a grocery store, park, or art gallery, we hope teachers will imagine how space and place is an integral component of how students experience their subjects. knowledgecommonsdc.org Afro-Brazilian Arts & Cultural Heritage Festival. June 6-11. This festival is a week-long event held in Washington, DC celebrating the vibrant Afro-Brazilian cultural heritage featuring Capoeira, Samba, Maculele, Maracatu, Go-go, and West African dance and music performances and workshops; documentary

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Kingman Island Bluegrass and Folk Festival. Come celebrate the revitalization of the Anacostia River with local bluegrass music and outdoor activities on Kingman Island, June 11, 1:00-8:00 PM. This festival, brought you by Councilmember Tommy Wells, the Washington Convention and Sports Authority, Living Classrooms, Sierra Nevada and Flying Dog beer, will have some of the best bluegrass musicians in the area including Second String, The Family Hammer, By and By, Split String Soup, King Street Bluegrass, the Flower Hill String Band and emcee Banjer Dan. For directions to the island and additional information about the festival visit KingmanIslandBluegrass.com. If you would like to volunteer, become a sponsor or have questions, contact Daniel Conner at dconner@dccocuncil.us or 202-724-8063.

U Street Movie Series is the place to be this summer. Photo: Brian Liu U Street Movie Series. June 28 (rain date, June 30). Showtime at sundown. Gates will open at 7:00 PM. Movie shown at the Harrison Recreation Center field, V St. between 13th and 14th sts. NW. AFI Short, The Poodle Trainer; feature, Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian. Free admission. Attendees are encouraged to come early to picnic in the park and listen to music spun by local DJs. Free popcorn will be provided to the first 100 attendees. This year’s movie series lineup includes films that feature and celebrate Washington DC, including both classic and family-friendly Hollywood films set in Washington, DC, documentaries addressing environmental and education issues that resonate here, and films about local U St. entertainment institutions such as the Howard Theater and the 9:30 Club. In collaboration with the AFI Silverdocs Festival, prior to the feature film will be a screening of a short documentary featured at a previous AFI Silverdocs Festival. movies.ustreet-dc.org film screenings; panel discussions; and culinary demonstrations and tastings. Community outreach is central to their mission so many of the events are free and open to the public. afrobrazilfest.com Barracks Row Garden Party Fundraiser. Tuesday, June 7, 6:00-8:30 PM. Your support directly improves the neighborhood. Funds directly support Barracks Row Main Street, a nonprofit organization bringing to the community: new restaurants and shops; clean, beautiful and safe streets; and historic preservation. 202-544-3188. barracksrow.org Capital Pride Parade and Festival. Parade, June 11, 5:30 PM. Parade will travel through Dupont Circle, 17th St. and through NW, Washington DC. Festival, June 12, noon-6:00 PM, Penn. Ave. NW between Third and Seventh sts. The Capital Pride Festival and Parade is a community event that remains focused on diversity, cultural achievement, civil rights

issues and entertainment by and for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals, families and friends. Free. 202-797-3510. capitalpride.org The Lord of the Rings Motion Picture Trilogy. The Academy Award winning trilogy will be featured in an exclusive series of in-theater events in June, including The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring on June 14; The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers on June 21; and The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King on June 28, all beginning at 7:00 PM. Theater audiences will view nearly an hour of additional feature footage per film with additional and extended scenes that were carefully selected under the supervision of director Peter Jackson. In addition, fans will be treated to personal introductions to each film from Jackson, which were captured on the set of his current film The Hobbit, all making this an historic series that can only be experienced on the big screen. $12.50 per

Hillcrest Home and Garden Tour. This is a guided walking tour on Saturday, June 18 that wants you in place at the intersection of 31st St. and W Pl. SE by 10:45 AM. The tour begins at 11:00 AM, wanders through the beautiful Hillcrest neighborhood and ends at a reception at one of the host homes. This is the Hillcrest Community Civic Association’s 18th house tour and promises to be the best ever. Tickets are $12 in advance or a $15 on the day of the tour. Tickets are available online at hillcrestdc.com/paygardentour. Great American Backyard Campout. June 25. We need to give back to our children what they don’t even know they’ve lost, a connection to the natural world. A great place to start is by having your family participate in the 7th annual Great American Backyard Campout. National Wildlife Federation’s fundraising event encourages parents and kids alike to trade screen time for green time by spending a night under the stars. backyardcampout.org DC Caribbean Carnival. June 25-26, noon to 6:00 PM. Parade on Saturday and Caribbean style arts, crafts, food and music both days. $10 (12 and under, free). Bannaker Recreation Area (on Georgia Ave. across from Howard University). 301-346-9635. dccaribbeancarnival.org Smithsonian Folklife Festival. June 30-July 4 and July 7-11, 11:00 AM-5:30 PM. Evening events at 6:00 PM. 2011 themes are Colombia, Peace Corps and Rhythm & Blues. Free entrance (food is extra). National Mall be-

tween Seventh and 14th sts. folklife. si.edu/center/festival

PATRIOTIC Marine Barracks Evening Parade. Friday evenings in summer, through Aug. 26. Guests admitted starting at 7:00 PM. Guests should be seated by 8:00 PM. Program begins at 8:45 PM. The Evening Parade has become a universal symbol of the professionalism, discipline and Esprit de Corps of the United States Marines. The story of the ceremony reflects the story of Marines around the world. The ceremony begins with a concert by the United States Marine Band. Free. It is wise to have reservations that can be made online at mbw.usmc.mil. Marine Barracks (front gate), Eighth and I sts. SE. 202-433-4073. mbw.usmc.mil 2011 Twilight Tattoo at Fort McNair. Wednesday, June 8. 7:00 PM. Members of the 3rd US Infantry (The Old Guard), the US Army Band “Pershings Own,” Fife and Drum Corps and the US Army Drill Team will perform an hour-long sunset military Pageant. Over 100 Old Guard soldiers dressed in period uniforms will provide a glimpse of Army history from colonial times to the soldier of the future. Historic Fort McNair, Fourth and P sts. SW. usarmyband.com U.S. Capitol Exterior Walking Tour. Every Monday through November (including holidays, rain or shine), 10:00 AM. Meet at the top of the escalators at Union Station by the METRO sign post. The U.S. Capitol Historical Society tour explains why it took 40 years to build the Capitol; why and how it has been continually enlarged since then; famous incidents and crucial events that took place inside it; the scope and purpose of the massive construction project now underway; and daily activities that occur in and around the building. $10 (cash) per person. No reservations are necessary. 202-543-8919. uschs.org US Capitol Visitors’ Center. Open daily 8:30 AM- 4:30 PM. The U.S. Capitol Visitor Center is the newest addition to this historic complex. At nearly 580,000 square feet, the Visitor Center is the largest project in the Capitol’s more than two-century history and is approximately three quarters the size of the Capitol itself. The entire facility is located underground on the east side of the Capitol so as not to detract from the appearance of the Capitol and the grounds designed by Frederick Law Olmsted in 1874. Free. 202-226-8000. visitthecapitol.gov Veterans History Project Launches 34th Website Feature in Observance of Memorial Day. The Library of Congress Veterans History Project features veterans stories and more in “Wings of War,” the 34th website feature in the Experiencing War series. “Wings of War” marks Memorial Day 2011 and highlights military aviation with the digitized,

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first-hand accounts of 24 military aviators. These stories are among the 10,000 digitized collections found at loc.gov/vets.

AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD Bootycandy at Woolly. Through June 26. This kaleidoscope of sassy lessons in sex education speaks the truth about growing up gay and African American. With outrageous humor and real heart, it tests how we talk about our bodies at home, in church, and on the corner. For ages 16 and up. $35, up. Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, 641 D St. NW. 202-393-3939. woollymammoth.net Happenings at the Harman. June 8, Chelsey Green; June 15, WPAS: Men and Women of the Gospel Choir; June 22, Antonini Dance; June 29, Furia Flamenca. Noon-1:00 PM. Happenings at the Harman brings the community up close and personal with the performers and performances at the Harman Center for the Arts as well as throughout the metro-DC community. All events are held in the Forum of Sidney Harman Hall, 610 F St. NW. Free. Seating is based on availability and is on a first-come, first-served basis. ShakespeareTheatre.org 901 Restaurant & Bar Opens. New in Penn Quarter. The distinctive American-style sharing-menu draws on bold international ingredients and flavors with fresh locally grown food that serves up to four guests. Adopting the title from the address, the highly anticipated 901 is located at 901 Ninth St. NW on the street level adjacent to the Renaissance Washington, DC Hotel and across from the Washington Convention Center. 202-524-4433. 901dc.com This is NPR-An Evening With Terry Gross. June 9, 7:30 PM. In honor of NPR’s 40th Anniversary, host of Fresh Air, Terry Gross will share her most memorable experiences behind the mic. She has interviewed 8,000 of the country’s most amazing writers, musicians, actors, directors, and newsmakers. WAMU’s Diane Rehm and NPR’s Michel Martin will join her on stage as host and moderator. $40 general admission. The Lincoln Theatre, 1215 U St. NW. 202-328-6000. thelincolntheatre.org Free Animal Health Clinic. Saturday, June 11, 9:00-11:30 AM. Services offered are free vaccinations, dog licenses, microchipping, adoptable animals, emergency preparedness, information about animal laws and “ask the veterinarian.” The free animal health clinics are a part of the Department of Health’s efforts to prevent and control the spread of communicable diseases transmitted from animals to humans. Shaw Dog Park, 11th St. and Rhode Island Ave. NW. dc.gov Free Open Rehearsal for Merchant of Venice. Sunday, June 12, time TBD, Sidney Harman Hall. Have an opportunity to go behind the scenes of the play as the

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actors take the stage for the first time. Seating is general admission, first-come, first-served. shakespearetheatre.org The Washington Glass School The First Ten Years. Through June 19. The Washington DC area has become international renowned as an emerging center of glass art. At the forefront of this charge is the Washington Glass School, where, for the past ten years, the instructors, artists and student have brought narrative and content into glass, dragging it away from decorative craft and into the rarified atmosphere of “fine art.” The Washington Glass School has produced artists whose art can be found in museums and collections worldwide and is advancing the studio glass movement with its explorations of narrative content, technology and skills. Long View Gallery, 1234 Ninth St. NW. 202232-4788. longviewgallerydc.com The Merchant of Venice. June 21-July 24. Shakespeare Theatre’s Sidney Harman Hall. Whether contemplating the contents of gilded chests or the darkest corners of human nature, The Merchant of Venice challenges audiences to look beyond misleading appearances to find the true measure of things. An intriguing story of power and revenge, justice and mercy, true love and duplicity, features some of Shakespeare’s most complex and memorable characters. $20-$98. 202-547-1122. shakespearetheatre.org “Young Prose” Shakespeare Theatre Discount Tickets. Every Tuesday at 10:00 AM, Shakespeare Theatre releases an allotment of $15 tickets to patrons ages 35 and younger. Tickets are usually limited to performances through the following Sunday and are available in person at the Box Office and via phone at 202-547-1122. There is a limit of four tickets per person. ID is always required to pick up Young Prose tickets. shakespearetheatre.org Proper Topper Garden Fiesta. June 23, 6:00-8:00 PM. Put on your best hat (homemade or store-bought) and join them in the garden on the corner of Harvard and 11th sts. NW for an enchanting evening in the garden under the stars. The celebration will include food, cocktails and a raffle. $15 donation. cityblossoms.org An Evening with Jim Woolsey. Tuesday, June 28, 7:00 PM. Former U.S. Director of Central Intelligence R. James Woolsey headed the CIA and intelligence community at a time of great change and challenge. Woolsey was appointed by President Clinton in 1993 to serve as DCI. The position then included the functions of what is today the Director of National Intelligence as well as the Director of the CIA. $200. International Spy Museum, 800 F ST. NW. 202-393-7798. spymuseum.org

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Navy Memorial. The United States Navy Band and its specialty groups will perform. Free. Seventh and Penn. Ave. NW. 202-7372300. navymemorial.org Adams Morgan Summer Concerts. Saturdays, June 4-July 9, 5:00-7:00 PM. Concerts in the public plaza in front of BB&T Bank at the northeast corner of Columbia Rd/Adams Mill Rd/18th St. NW in Adams Morgan. We are appreciative of the generous financial support for this year’s concert series from BB&T Bank. Free and familyfriendly. 202-997-0783. adamsmorganonline.org Indian Summer Showcase. This year the museum hosts the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, the Siletz Tribe of Oregon, and the Huíchol Indians of Mexico for multiday festivals celebrating Native music, art, culture, dance, film and food, as well as the Living Earth Festival, which explores and honors indigenous contributions to the environment. The Saturday evening Indian Summer Showcase concert series kicks off the schedule on Saturday, June 11, 5:007:00 PM on Welcome Plaza, with country singer Victoria Blackie (Navajo) and Rebecca Miller, a country singer from Six Nations, Ontario, Canada. Free. National Museum of the American Indian, Fourth St. and Independence Ave. SW. 202-633-1000. nmai.si.edunmai.si.edu Yards Park Friday Evening Concert Series. Through Aug. 19, 6:00-8:00 PM. Spend your Friday evenings on the river, relaxing on the terraced lawn steps with family and friends and listening to live music from the Yards Park’s boardwalk stage. Friday evening concerts will feature a wide range of live musical performances including jazz, salsa, reggae, and more. Food options will be provided by Devine Foods and Smokin Somethin BBQ, and a beer/sangria garden will be run by Mie N Yu. N and Third sts., SE. capitolriverfront.org FrontStage Lunchtime Concert Series at Yards Park. Wednesdays through Aug. 17, 11:30 AM-1:30 PM. The popular Wednesday lunchtime concerts, now in their fourth year, are moving from behind USDOT to the new Yards Park on the river this season. The 35,000+ employees in the neighborhood can enjoy their lunch break picnicking on the terraced lawn steps or sampling food from food trucks while listening to a variety of bands performing on the boardwalk stage. FrontStage Lunchtime Concerts will feature a wide range of live musical performances each week including R&B, reggae, MoTown and more. 10 Water St. SE or 1 block south of N St. SE (between Third and Fourth sts.) capitolriverfront.org Rhythm in NOMA Lunchtime Concerts. Thursdays at NY Avenue Metro Plaza through Aug. 11 and Fridays at Union Center Plaza through July 8. 11:30 AM-1:30 PM. This is a free concert series featuring a variety of local musicians and styles. nomabid.org Jazz in the Sculpture Garden. Fridays through Sept. 9 (rain or shine), 5:00-8:00

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Courtesy of Liberty North Community Market Liberty North Community Market. Open Saturdays and Sundays, 10:00 AM-6:00 PM. The market will have 80-100 vendors selling art, crafts, food, and produce. Fifth and Eye sts. NW. libertynorthcommunitymarket.com

PM. National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. Live jazz performed by an eclectic mix of top artists from the Washington area entertains visitors outdoors in front of the fountain or in the Pavilion Cafe (if it’s raining). The Pavilion Cafe features a seasonal tapas-style menu and bar service during the concerts. Everyone can enjoy these concerts. You do not have to order food or drinks. Free. 202- 289-3360. nga.gov Military Band Concerts at the US Capitol. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays in summer (weather permitting). 8:00 PM. Mondays, US Navy Band; Tuesdays, US Air Force Band; Wednesdays, US Marine Band; Fridays, US Army Band. Free. West Terrace US Capitol Building. US Marine Band Concerts at the Sylvan Theater. Thursdays in summer (weather permitting), 8:00 PM. You are welcome to bring folding chairs, blankets and refreshments to the concert. Free. 15th St. and Independence Ave. SW (on Washington Monument grounds). 202-433-5717. mbw.usmc.mil Air Force Band Concerts. Wednesdays and Fridays in June, July and Aug. 8:00 PM. Air Force Memorial at One Air Force Memorial Drive in Arlington, Virginia. (14th St. Bridge into Virginia, merge onto Washington Blvd. and then Columbia Pike in the direction of the Navy Annex. Then follow signs.) Expect a pleasing mix of contemporary and patriotic tunes and spectacular views of the nighttime Washington, DC skyline. Free. airforcememorial.org

OUTDOOR SUMMER MOVIES NoMa Summer Screen. Wednesdays, June 8, North by Northwest; Slumdog Millionaire;

June 22, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid; June 29, Planes, Trains and Automobiles. Food and music at 7:00 PM. Screening at 9:00 PM. Each film preceded by live DJs, barbecue, special guests and more. Free. L St. between 2nd and 3rd Sts. NE. nomasummerscreen.com Capitol Riverfront Movies. Thursdays, 8:45 PM. June 9, Dirty Dancing; June 16, The Blind Side; June 23, E.T.; June 30, Shakespeare in Love. Tingey Plaza Free. 2nd and M Sts. SE. 202-465-7093. capitolriverfront.org

SPORTS, DANCE AND PHYSICAL FITNESS Washington Nationals Baseball Home Games. June 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22 and 23. 7:05 PM (weekend games and June 1 and 22 at 1:35 PM). $5 and up. South Capitol and N sts. SE. washington.nationals.mlb.com National’s Ballpark Tours. Tuesday-Saturday (non-game days), 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM. On day of night-time home games, tours at 10:30 AM. Take the Nationals Park Ballpark Tour for a behind-the-scenes look at Nationals Park. Over the course of an hour and fifteen minutes you will visit the PNC Diamond Club, the Lexus Presidents Club, the Stars & Stripes Club, luxury suites, the Shirley Povich Media Center, Nationals dugout and Nationals clubhouse. Throw a pitch in the Nationals bullpen. $12-$15. All proceeds from Nationals Park Tours will be donated to the Nationals Dream Foundation. washington.nationals. mlb.com Washington Mystics Basketball Home Games. June 11, 16, 21 and 26. $10-$80. Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW. wnba.com

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DC United Soccer Home Matches. June 11, 7:30 PM and June 25, 6:00 PM. $23-$52. $15 college night tickets available on June 25. RFK Stadium. 202-587-5000. dcunited. com Play Bocce (aka Lawn Bowling). Adams Morgan on Wednesdays; Capitol Hill on Tuesdays and Wednesdays; Columbia Heights on Tuesdays; Dupont Circle on Thursdays. Registration now open. dcbocce.com Yards Park Boot Camp. Begins May 31, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:15 AM and 6:30 PM. Using creative, challenging, and effective exercises, this 60-minute boot camp is all about pushing you to get the results you want. $150. The Yards Park, 10 Water St. SE. 202-570-3435. elitefitnesspros.com Komen Global Race for the Cure 5K Run/ Walk. Saturday, June 4, 8:00 AM. Event offers a flat, fast, course with ChronoTrack timing. Awards offered to top finishers. All participants receive a commemorative tshirt and post race refreshments. Proceeds benefit both the National Capital Area Komen screening, treatment & education programs along with the Susan G. Komen Global Promise Fund. National Mall. Runners, $45; walkers, $40. 703-416-7223. globalrace. info-komen.org National Press Club Beat the Deadline 5K. Saturday, June 11, 7:30 AM. Allows runners to compete against area media, celebrities and other runners to benefit the Eric Friedheim National Journalism Library. Cash prizes for top finishers and medals to top age group finishers. All participants receive a t-shirt, race bag and post-race pancake breakfast. $10. 202-662-7516. press.org/5K Fathers Day 8K. Sunday, June 19, 6:30 PM on the Towpath in Georgetown (Potomac and Grace sts. NW). The second annual Father’s Day 8K is on a flat and fast out-and-back course along the C&O Canal Towpath starting in Georgetown. The first 300 participants will be provided a technical race shirt, and awards will be given out at the post-race celebration to the top 3 M/F overall, the top M/F in each 10-year age group, and the top Father-Son and Father-Daughter teams. Also a Kid’s Kilometer Fun Run. $25-$40. fathersday8k.com Kung Fu and Tai Chi at the Historical Society of Washington, DC. Every Saturday (rain or shine). Kung Fu, noon; Tai Chi, 1:00 PM. Suitable for all ages. Kung Fu is a broad term that is used to describe all martial arts of Chinese origin. The ancient art of Tai Chi is a style of Kung Fu that emphasizes internal energy. Free. No RSVP required. Historical Society of Washington, DC, 801 K St. NW (Mount Vernon Square). 202-383-1850. historydc.org Pick-up Field Hockey on the Mall. Every Monday at 6:00 PM. Meets at the fields in front of the Smithsonian Metro stop for males and females who have a passion for field hockey. No experience necessary. Bring water, shinguards, mouthguard, cleats, a field hockey stick, and either a reversible jersey or a light and dark shirt - no grays please. Free. Nearby public tennis courts. Banneker Com-

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munity Center (eight outdoor tennis courts), 2500 Georgia Ave. NW. 202-673-6861. Kennedy Recreation Center (one outdoor tennis court), 1401 Seventh St. NW. 202-671-4794. All courts are open daily, dawn to dusk. Some are lighted for extended evening play. Courts are available on a first-come, first-served basis for one-hour intervals; extended use of tennis courts requires a permit. Proper shoes and attire is required. 202-671-0314. dpr. dc.gov/dpr

association primarily for the tenants of the larger apartment buildings of Mount Pleasant. 3166 Mt. Pleasant St. NW. aa-ss.org Chinatown Revitalization Council. Fourth Monday, 7:00-8:00 PM. 510 I St. NW. Chinatown Revitalization Council (CRC) promoting the Chinatown renewal and the preservation of its cultural heritage. This meeting is slated to be the first perpetual monthly meeting except summer/winter recess with participation of representatives from the city government, civic organizations, developers, CRC members. The public is welcome.

Nearby outdoor public pools. Francis Pool, 2435 N St. NW; East Potomac Pool, 972 Ohio Dr. SW; Randall Pool, S. Capitol and I sts. SW. All DC public pools are free for DC residents. Have ID. dpr.dc.gov Semper Fi 5K. Saturday, July 2, 8:00 AM at Anacostia Park. All proceeds will benefit the Semper Fi Fund, a non-profit organization that provides crucial medical and financial assistance to wounded US servicemen and women returning from Afghanistan and Iraq, as well as to their families. $15. 703-4749800. semperfi5k.com

MARKETS 14th and U Farmers’ Market. Saturdays, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. At the corner of 14th and U sts. NW. Bloomingdale Farmers’ Market. Sundays, through November, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM. This is a seasonal open air producer-only market. First and R sts. NW. Marctus Art Market. Sunday, June 5, 11:00 AM-6:00 PM. Live musical performances. 6 bands from Jazz, Rock and Japanese Pop. Fashion tents. Food vendors. Arts and Crafts. At Yards Park, 10 Water St. SE. (one block south of N and Third sts. SE ). 301-567-8210. artwhino.com 9th and U Flea Market. Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. Ninth and U sts. NW. Liberty North Community Market. Open Saturdays and Sundays, 10:00 AM-6:00 PM. The market will have 80-100 vendors selling art, crafts, food, and produce. Fifth and Eye sts. NW. libertynorthcommunitymarket.com Penn Quarter FRESHFARM Market. Open Thursdays, 3:00-7:00 PM. North end of Eighth St, between D and E sts. NW. freshfarmmarket. org Friends in the Market “Funky Flea Market” with a DJ. Saturdays and Sundays, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. New and used clothing, tools, furniture, jewelry, plants, soaps, art, CD’s, videos and electronics. 6th St. NE (north of Florida Ave. beside DC Farmers Market). 202399-6040. Dupont Circle Farmers’ Market. Sundays year round (rain or shine), 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. The Wall Street Journal and The Financial Times of London named the market one of the top farmers’ markets in the country. During the peak season, there are more than 30 farmers offering fruits and vegetables, meat, poultry, fish, cheeses, fruit pies, breads, fresh pasta,

Convention Center Community Association. Last Tuesday, 7:00-8:30 PM. Kennedy Rec Center, 1401 Seventh St. NW. www. ccca-online.

Mid-City Dog Days Fundraiser, June 10. Mid-City Dog Days Fundraiser. June 10, 7:00-10:00 PM at Miss Pixie’s Furnishings and Whatnot, 1626 14th St. NW. Live auction by Weschler’s at 8:00 PM. Food, beverage, music and fun. $5 suggested donation at door. misspixies.com cut flowers, potted plants, soaps and herbal products. 20th St. and Mass. Ave. NW, 1500 block of 20th St. NW (between Mass. Ave. and Q St. in the adjacent parking lot of PNC Bank). 202-362-8889. freshfarmmarket.org Georgetown Flea Market. Sundays year around (except in the case of very inclement weather), 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM. The crowd is as diverse as the items for sale! Antiques, collectibles, art, furniture, rugs, pottery, china, jewelry, silver, stained glass, books and photographs are an example of the available items. 1819 35th St. NW. 202-775-3532. or georgetownfleamarket.com Eastern Market. Daily except Mondays and important holidays. Weekdays, 7:00 AM-7:00 PM; Saturdays, 7:00 AM-6:00 PM; Sundays, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. Flea market and arts and crafts market open Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM. Eastern Market is Washington’s last continually operated “old world” market. On weekends the market area comes alive with farmers bringing in fresh produce, craft and flower vendors, artists, a flea market and street musicians. 200 block of 7th St. SE. 202-544-0083. easternmarketdc.com

Downtown Neighborhood Association Monthly Meeting. Second Tuesday, 7:009:00 PM. US Naval Memorial Center, 701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. miles@dcdna.org. dcdna.org East Central Civic Association (ECCA) of Shaw Meeting. First Monday, 7:00 PM. Third Baptist Church, 1546 Fifth St. NW. Contact: Al Hajj Mahdi Leroy J Thorpe Jr, 202-387-1596. Eckington Civic Association. First Monday, 7:00-8:30 PM. Harry Thomas Recreation Center, 1743 Lincoln Rd. NE. www.eckingtondc. org Edgewood Civic Association Meeting. Last Monday, 7:00-9:00 PM. Edgewood senior building, 635 Edgewood St. NE, nineth floor79pm. They encourage all Eckington and Edgewood residents to come out and take part in the lively civic life of our communities. www. theedgewoodcivicassociationdc.org Logan Circle Citizens Association. Please contact Jennifer Trock at jennifer.trock@ logancircle.org for meeting dates and times. logancircle.org Mount Vernon Square Neighborhood Association Meeting. Third Tuesday, 7:30-9:30 PM. Yale Steam Laundry, 437 New York Ave. NW. lifein.mvsna.org U Street Neighborhood Association Meeting. Second Thursday, 7:00-8:30 PM. Source (second floor classroom), 1835 14th St. NW

Eckington Neighborhod Dog Park Organizing Committee. Persons interested in joining a committee to begin the process of establishing a dog park near the Harry Thomas Sr. Rec Center, contact Sylvia Pinkney at 5C02@ ANC.dc.gov.

Rainbow Response Monthly Meeting. Second Wednesday, 7:00 PM. Rainbow Response is a grassroots coalition that brings together organizations and leaders from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (LGBTQ) communities, along with traditional domestic violence service providers and government agencies. They collaborate to increase the awareness about Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) amid the relationships of LGBTQ individuals, educating within the LGBTQ communities and beyond. DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 5 Thomas Circle, NW. 202-299-1181 x105. rainbowresponse. org

All-Ways Mount Pleasant. First Saturday, noon-2:00 PM. LaCasa. All-Ways is a citizen’s

ANC 1A Meeting. Second Wednesday, 7:00 PM. Harriet Tubman Elementary School, 3101

CIVIC LIFE Congresswoman Norton’s NW District Office. Open weekdays, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM. 529 14th St. NW. 202-783-5065. norton.house. gov

13th St. NW. 202-588-7278. anc1a.org ANC 1B Meeting. First Thursday, 7:00 PM. Reeves Center, 2000 14th St. NW (second floor). 202-870-4202. anc1b. org ANC 1B11 Meeting. Second Monday, 7:00 PM. LeDroit Senior Building (basement community room), 2125 Fourth St. NW. 202-481-3462. www.anc1b.org ANC 1C Meeting. First Wednesday, 7:00 PM. Mary’s Center for Maternal and Child Health, 2355 Ontario Rd. NW. 202-3322630. anc1c.org ANC 1D Meeting. Third Tuesday, 7:00 PM. 3166 Mount Pleasant St. NW. 202462-8692. anc1d.org ANC 2C Meeting. First Wednesday, 6:308:30 PM. Watha T. Daniel Library, 1630 Seventh St. NW (new location). 202682-1633. anc2C.org

OUT OF TOWN Rock at the Row Summer Concert Series. Thursdays, through Aug. 25, 6:008:00 PM. Grab some friends and head out to the plaza for fun while the sun goes down. Live music, free gifts with purchase, merchant specials, contests and more! Plus register to win big prizes every night during intermission including a chance to be a contestant at the Third Annual Rock at the Row Game Show on Aug. 25. Free. Pentagon Row, 1101 South Joyce St., Arlington VA. pentagonrow.com Saint Mary’s County Crab Festival. The Saint Mary’s County Crab Festival is a celebration of St. Mary’s crab culture and cooking. Expect to find plenty of steamed hard crabs, crab soups, crab cakes, and other seafood dishes available for purchase. Before or after your meal, browse among regional crafters! Live entertainment from the Chesapeake Country Cruisers line dance team, (who will invite you up to learn a few moves!) and country music band Southbound. $5 admission (11 and under, free). June 12, 11:00 AM-5:00 PM. All proceeds go to Lions Club community service programs. 42455 Fairgrounds Rd., Leonardtown, MD (about 60 miles from DC). stmaryscrabfestival.com DC United SoccerFest. June 25-26, Robinson Secondary School in Fairfax, VA. DC United SoccerFest is a 4-on-4 soccer tournament open to all ages and skill levels, with divisions based on age, gender, and ability. Teams can consist of up to six players with four players on the field at a time. The tournament’s smallsided layout was created to offer young soccer players the opportunity to experience increased touches on the ball in a fun, festival style tournament format, and divisions have since expanded to include boys and girls ages five through 16, as well as adults. 703-534-4600 x202. dcunitedsoccerfest.com ◆

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By Celeste McCall project created by Sandoval, chef/ owner of Modern Mexican Restaurants. El Centro D.F. is also a collaboration between Sandoval and partners Kaz Okochi, and Ivan Iricanin, who operate neighboring Masa 14. Open daily ‘til the wee small hours. Call 202-328-3131 or visit www.elcentrodf.com.

Viva Mexico! Masa 14 also has a new neighbor and sibling: El Centro D.F., an “authentic” taqueria (literally a taco eatery), which opened last month at 1819 14th Street, NW, not far from the new Peregrine Espresso. In his newest enterprise, chef/co-owner Richard Sandoval dishes up “authentic” Mexican comfort food. Highly recommended are the shrimp alambre with bacon and Oaxaca cheese, and beef brisket with entomatado salsa and crema fresca. The new restaurant spans three levels: the ground floor Taqueria–with its open kitchen; the lower level Tequileria; and the Rooftop. Each space provides a different dining experience. “Life in Mexico City is fast and lively, but locals always take time to gather and unwind over comfort foods and fine Tequilas,” Sandoval explains, adding that his menu is based on traditional Mexico City dishes encompassing fiery chiles and Latino cheeses, fresh tortillas and house-made salsas such as adobo, entomatada and tomatillo. El Centro is pretty to look at; architect and designer Brie Husted drew inspiration from Mexico’s dynamic urban scenes. The rustic interior is enhanced with reclaimed wood, vintage Mexican newspapers, rough concrete surfaces and antique chandeliers. In the underground Tequileria are 200 tequilas and mezcals–including tasting flights thereof–poured by Danielle Griffin, chef Sandoval’s accredited tequila sommelier. Also overseeing potent potables is Cour18 ◆ Midcity DC | June 2011

New MidCity Java Buzz

Tacos al Pastor. Photo courtesy of Richard Sandoval

tenay Greenleaf, manager of Sandoval’s Biblioteca de Tequila in New York, which claims North America’s largest tequila list. At El Centro’s two rooftop bars, guests sip margaritas, agave cock-

tails and other south-of-the-border drinks as DJs spin the night away. Later this summer, diners may order authentic Mexican dishes baked in the roof ’s brick oven. El Centro is the 28th restaurant

Peregrine Espresso, near Eastern Market at 660 Pennsylvania Ave. SE has kept Capitol Hill well caffeinated for almost three years. The creation of Ryan Jensen, the popular coffee bar now welcomes a sibling, also called Peregrine. Located just off U Street NW, the newcomer sports a format and design created by Capitol Hill architects Aesthetic Answers. The menu is similar to the original’s, with brewed-to-order espresso, latte, mocha and plain coffee (some people still order that, including moi), and an array of teas. To complement that cup of java are croissants, muffins, scones and cookies, baked by Buzz Bakery in Alexandria. For a healthy midday repast, you may find yogurt, granola, fruit juices and bottled water. Open daily, Peregrine’s Mid City spinoff is located at 1718 14th St. NW, a few blocks from the U Street/ African American Civil War Memorial/Cardozo metro stop (Green/ Yellow Lines). For more information visit www.peregrineespresso.com .

Liberty Lives Again With summer’s arrival, local

farmers markets are popping up everywhere, including in MidCity’s Mount Vernon Square. Saturdays and Sundays, you will ﬁnd Liberty North Community Market sprawled at Fifth and I streets NW, sprawled on the grounds of the former Carnegie Library (now the Historical Society of Washington). Market hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Created by Chef Kenac Produc-

in a 103-year-old building. Each Friday during lunch hours, Sixth & Rye visits diﬀerent locations throughout downtown Washington. The menu encompasses traditional standbys like hot corned beef on rye (with kosher pickles of course), grilled veggie wraps, Israeli cous cous salad, classic black-and-white cookies, braided Shabbat challah, bottled water and Dr. Brown’s cream

Chef Richard Sandoval

tions, Liberty North is a reincarnation of a market that operated on that same site in 1846, which served the neighborhood, then called Northern Liberties. Besides seasonal fruits and vegetables, present Liberty Farmers Market vendors hawk coﬀee and tea, baked goods, jams and jellies, ready-made meals, soaps, perfume, artwork, ceramics, jewelry and much more. Liberty North is near the Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro station (Red/Green/Yellow Lines). Use the Seventh and H street exit. For more information go to www. libertynorthcommunitymarket.com.

Kosher on wheels It was bound to happen eventually: a kosher deli on wheels. Sixth & Rye made its well-publicized debut May 20. For this rolling deli, celebrity chef Spike Mendelson and Malcolm Mitchell (personal chef to NBA athletes) have teamed up with Sixth and I, a nondenominational, non-membership synagogue and cultural center. Located near the boundary of the Mount Vernon Square neighborhood--where it meets Chinatown- the historic synagogue is housed

soda. Sixth & Rye is kosher under the certiﬁcation of Rabbi Y. Zvi Weiss (Orthodox), Rabbi of Bais Haknesses Ohr HaChaim in Baltimore. A mashgiach supervises all food preparation and services. For more information visit www.sixthandi.org. To locate the Sixth & Rye deli truck, follow Twitter@sixthandrye.

Summer fun in Shaw Here’s something fun and inexpensive in the heart of Shaw: 1905 restaurant/bar, located at 1905 Ninth St. NW, continues its neighborhood appreciation happy hour specials. From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., customers quaﬀ $3 imported beers and $4 rail drinks, while munching budget priced “taco Tuesdays” and “burger Wednesdays.” Late night happy hour is in eﬀect Friday and Saturday from 11 p.m. until closing, and there is live jazz Thursdays starting at 9 p.m. And we used to complain that Washington DC was an early-to-bed town. 1905 is closed Sundays and Mondays; call 202332-1905. ◆

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Commonwealth Commonwealth stands as a unique shopping experience for those interested in street fashion. Their retail concept combines art gallery, music venue, and clothing / accessories boutique in a starkly minimalist, yet somehow warm, environment. Although I’m not much of an appreciator of street fashion, surprisingly I found about a dozen things that I wanted to buy for myself -isn’t there some snarky saying about how one should never assume...? Regardless, I discovered that this shop has a little something for everyone. Sure, they carry product most commonly associated with ‘urban street wear’; i.e. Stussy tee-shirts ($32), but they’ve also got product for the ‘Modern Dandy’. SeaVeeds brushed cotton twill mocks ($100.), Pointer suede slip-on loafers ($64), and even a lightweight plastic version of the venerable boat shoe ($50) by Native Footwear apparently appeal to skaters as well as prepsters. Commonwealth is proof that the once restrictive lines between fashion demographics are dissolving to create a melting pot of trends.

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After opening shop on 14th Street in 2008 with modern, clean-lined interiors and a straightforward approach to merchandising, owners Jiwon Paik-Nguyen and Andrew Nguyen have started to shake things up a bit... and they are only just getting started. Rue 14 is a destination for the District hep-set looking for hard-to-find SoHo clothing brands. The aesthetic curated here by the uberfashionable owners epitomizes downtown, casual-chic style, and caters to both men and women. It was a sweltering ‘240 degrees’ outside as I sauntered into Rue 14 in all its air-conditioned glory. Briefly unable to move because of the heat and the hike up the stairs, my glazed-eyes bounced around the room taking inventory of everything that I’d instantly coveted; a Shades of Grey twolayer tank ($55), a pair of light blue chambray Gant trousers ($138), and a rockin’ cool vintage television --yes, television. Part of the new merchandising strategy includes the addition of select vintage furniture, lighting, and home accessories -- all for sale. After a bit of rejuvenation, Andrew showed me some of the exciting items available for the ladies; a Juni Kim silk one-shoulder day dress ($220) and an Amanda Uprichard flirty red silk flower dress ($205) were two pieces that particularly stood out to me. They also carry an impressive collection of jewelry, bags, and accessories. Rue 14 is the perfect spot to find pieces to keep you looking cool throughout the hot, hot DC summer.

Toro Mata Toro Mata offers all things handcrafted in Peru. The owners travel frequently to develop and maintain relationships with artists who have been both creating variations of the same craft for generations, and who are developing new techniques on their own. The shop is layered with objects as small as a 3” x 3” reverse-painted glass box ($19), turquoise ring ($78), and gorgeous mother of pearl and onyx striped bracelet ($295) to a mahogany side table (225) and custom-sized sculpted alpaca rugs. Although the majority of artists displayed are currently living in Peru, they do highlight some locals, too. Miki Fernandez is a painter/photographer from Peru living in DC. His Pared-A-Pared (Wall-to-Wall) photographs are detailed shots of walls with layers of decaying posters, graffiti, and rot -- amazing. Sometimes a traditional Peruvian has been able to adapt with the times by fortuitous happenstance. Owner James Nixon showed me a handsome leather bag ($145) that just happens to be the perfect size to accommodate an iPad. Weather you’re shopping for artwork, home/personal accessories, furniture, or gifts you’re sure to find something special at Toro Mata.

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June Highlights:

Festival Time Again The DC Jazz Festival leads oﬀ June with hot licks and performances in several venues around town, and master classes by the likes of Cyrus Chestnut, Antonio Hart and many others. Jazz n’ Families Fun Days highlight the ﬁrst weekend of the festival June 4 and 5 at the artsy Phillips Collection in downtown DC with performers including Michael Bowie, the Herman Burney Trio, Sousa Middle School Dance Ensemble, the James King Quartet, Sin Miedo and Susan Priester. Will Smith and his W.E.S. Group are at the Jazz meets Hip Hot concert at The ARC June 8 in Southeast. Legendary bassist Butch Warren is at the Black Fox Lounge and renowned pianist Wayne Wilentz is at Utopia June 9. The Heath Brothers, Jimmy, the saxophonist and Tootie, the drummer, have a two-night run at Bohemian Caverns June 9 and 10. Young stars The Jolley Brothers are at B Smith’s June 10 and the Warner Theater on June 11

Antonio Hart, June 8, Bohemian Caverns. Braxton Cook Quartet, June 9, Twins Jazz … Jimmy & Tootie Heath, June 10-11, Bohemian Caverns … Larry Brown Quintet, June 14, Blues Alley … Arnold Sterling, Steve Novosel, June 17, Westminster Church … Jim Snidero, June 24, Twins Jazz … Jon Faddis, June 24, Blues Alley … Warren Wolf, Lyle Link, June 24, Westminster Church. Trumpeter Roy Hargrove performs June 12 on the National Mall during the DC Jazz Festival.

features Bobby McFerrin and the Howard University Afro Blue Reunion Choir. Sunday June 12 features the National Mall concert at the Sylvan Theater, with Roy Hargrove, the Claudia Acuña Quartet, the Eddie Palmieri All-Star Salsa Orchestra and Frederic Yonnet. Monday night June 13 the DC Jazz Festival and the Kennedy Center present “A Night in Treme: The Musical Majesty of New Orleans.” According to festival information, “the rich musical tapestry of New Orleans is brought to life with performers from the wildly popular HBO television series Treme … the concert features the Rebirth Brass Band; Mardi Gras Indian Chief and alto saxophonist Donald Harrison Jr., singer and trumpeter James Andrews, clarinetist Dr. Michael White and funky trombonist Big Sam Williams.” Go to dcjazzfest. org for complete information on performers, show times and venues.

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A Belated Happy Happy A belated but sincere happy anniversary to what we are sure is, for now, D.C.’s only resident, weekly big band, which turned one year old in April: The Bohemian Caverns Jazz Orchestra. The band (see bohemiancavernsjazzorchestra.com) was launched on Monday, April 19, 2010 with a live broadcast on WPFW, playing to a packed house in one of D.C.’s most venerable jazz venues. In the year since, more than 2,000 people have attended what has become an increasingly popular Monday night event, according to orchestra information. “The band has established itself quickly as a reliable and exciting weekly performance, drawing a consistently full house of regulars and newcomers every Monday,” said co-director Brad Linde, in a statement.

Month of Pianists A brief note to highlight that June is certainly a month for pianists, with birthdays including those for Monty Alexander, Kenny Barron, Chick Corea, Geri Allen, Jaki Byard, Erroll Garner and ...

June Birthdays: Josephine Baker, Dakota Staton 3; Oliver Nelson, Anthony Braxton 4; Monty Alexander 5; Jimmie Lunceford, Grant Green 6; Tal Farlow, Tina Brooks 7; Kenny Barron 9; Chick Corea, Geri Allen 12; Jaki Byard, Erroll Garner 15; Lucky Thompson 16; Eric Dolphy 20; Jamil Nasser 21, Milt Hinton 23; Reggie Workman 26; Andrew Hill 30.

Andrew Hill. Not familiar with Andrew Hill? A monster of an artist, check out the late Hill at andrewhilljazz.com. This listener’s favorite Hill recording? Maybe “Timelines,” 2006, since that was the year I saw him, for the only time, and was mesmerized, in New York at the Blue Note.

Codas… It was sometimes difficult to be upbeat and spiritual and filled with the wonder of just knowing Hodari Abdul Ali during the period of his severe illness -- including the honorary event at Busboys and Poets -- and his ultimate death last month. I remember many years ago during a difficult time for me personally when I first came back to DC, being able to tune in to his Freedom Sounds show on WPFW, and how much I looked forward toit and enjoyed it. Later I came to know him and stopped by his Pyramid Book Stores often. His wisdom and joy enriched, and continues to enrich, our planet. More kind remembrances for homegrown saxophonist George Botts, saxophonist, now also gone to join the ancestors. As reported on the Washington Jazz Network web site, Botts passed away last month after a career of gigging with, among others, Benny Goodman, Billie Holiday, John Coltrane, Gene Ammons, and Betty Carter, as well as tours with Dinah Washington. We caught his big, brassy tenor sound most recently a couple of years back with Buck Hill at a DC Jazz Festival event at the Lincoln Theater ◆

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Redistricting, It’s a White Wash! by Anonymous

o the names ‘Kingman Park’ or ‘Fairlawn’ fail to register in your geographical imagination? Does the moniker ‘Rosedale’ conjure up images of southern plantations a la Gone with the Wind? Do not despair, Dear Readers. Many west of Rock Creek can’t recall the number of their ward much less remember that the formal title of the Chairman of the DC Council is not ‘Fully-Loaded.’ You may recall those annoying folks with the clip boards who recently roamed the District insisting that we all stand up and be counted. The results of the decennial census are now in. To no one’s surprise, Ward 2, which extends from Georgetown to Shaw, has grown 16 percent. Unfortunately, federal law and the Supreme Court are wedded to this tiny constitutional principle known as ‘equal representation.’ So, the lines of DC’s eight wards must be redrawn. Poor Jack [Evans]. He has to give someone in Ward 2 the boot. Wealthy Georgetown, the booming West End, swanky Dupont, the teeming Penn Quarter or the obnoxious undergraduates of Foggy Bottom undoubtedly do not top Jack’s list of expendables. These card-carrying members of city’s highest tax bracket are closest to his heart. In the Evansverse, it is the wealthy that really need the protection of government. They suffer the predations of voracious parking meters. The myrmidons of the DC Office of Tax and Revenue pillage their bank accounts. Their businesses require the fertilization of generous tax credits. Unfortunately, Evans, along with Michael “Not That” Brown and Phil “The Nitpicker” Mendelson, is a member of the ‘Troika’ charged by the DC Council with redrawing the wards. This crafty cabal has now offered up its final solution for redistricting the District. 24 ◆ Midcity DC | June 2011

Drum roll, please! Leaving Wards 1, 3, 4 and 5 largely untouched, the Troika has drawn the new Ward 6 in the shape of that mythical political beast, the gerrymander. The head of this monster is outlined by a boundary that carefully snakes up 7th Street NW around the Convention Center, Jack’s pet project, and continues up 9th Street. Can it be that residents east of this line do not possess income required to be “Friends of Jack?” Their removal will significantly lower the melanin quotient of the new Ward 2. The Troika also awarded Jack the remainder of the Penn Quarter with its bevy of delicious dining options. After all, a man’s gotta eat. To balance the population gained on the west, the Troika pulled Ward 6 back from the shores of the Anacostia. With the notable exception of the Eastern High School campus, sections of the Hill East and Rosedale neighborhoods east of 17th Street will now join Ward 7. Why is a funky turkey the best shape for a new Ward 6? Why didn’t the Troika listen to a better solution offered by Marion “The Mayor for Life” Barry? Unable to bring economic development to Ward 8, Barry seized on redistricting as the perfect method for cooking his ward’s dismal economic statistics. All the Troika had to do was award him one or two census tracks of wealthy, white residents. Transferring the tiny ballpark neighborhood to Ward 8 offered the perfect solution. “What I propose ends segregation in Ward 8,” Barry stated. You may quote The Nose, “Barry was right.” Unfortunately, Marion chose the wrong neighborhood. The transfer of one tiny census track does not solve Jack’s overabundance of yuppies. One has to think bigger. Why not move Foggy Bottom to Ward 8?

They are legally continuous at Haines Point. In one stroke, Barry’s demesne would no longer be solely the refuge of “the last, the least and the lost.” And, he would finally have a place to hang out other than the Players Lounge. At the risk of offending the master of funk George Clinton, and in recognition of the Mayor for Life’s new post-racialist point of view, this song is for you, Marion: Uh, what’s happening Latte City? They still call it the White House, But that’s now an anachronism. Can you dig it, Latte City? There’s a lot of latte cities, around. We’ve got Santa Barbara. We’ve got Portland. Somebody told me we got San Francisco. And, we’re working on New York. But you’re the capital, Latte City! Gainin’ on ya! Get down, Gainin’ on ya! Movin’ in and renovating. Can’t you see my Zip Car, heh? Gainin’ on ya! Watch out for my stroller, heh heh! Hey, uh, we didn’t get Michelle Rhee, But we did get a dog park in Shaw. Latte City heh, yeah! Ah, see those limitless bike lanes. Ah, gritty streets, now outdoor patios. The last percentage count was fifty-four. You don’t need a car when you got the Circulator! Are you up for pedaling, Latte City? Have you signed up for Capital Bikeshare, Marion? How about adding a little chocolate back into your milk, Jack? Have a comment for The Nose? Email thenose@hillrag.com. ★

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Is DC’s Economy Rebounding? It Depends on Whom You Ask by Ed Lazere

’s economy appears to on the upswing, following three years of rising unemployment, falling home and commercial real estate values, and dwindling savings portfolios. Perhaps most encouraging, some 5,000 more DC residents are working today than two years ago. But like many aspects of DC’s economy, the picture of health is not uniform across the city. A closer look at job ﬁgures shows that unemployment has fallen for college educated residents and those in the highest-paying occupations, but joblessness is still rising for residents in lower-paying jobs. Not surprisingly, there are big diﬀerences in the pace of recovery by race, with white residents doing far better than black residents. In other words, for many DC families, the recession is still going on. This is a sign that the key theme

from Vincent Gray’s campaign last summer— the need to get DC residents back to work— is incredibly important a year later. If the DC economy is creating jobs primarily for residents in higher-skilled occupations, the solution seems to be obvious — the city needs to do a better job training residents and helping them connect with employers. Yet amazingly, the ﬁrst budget from our “jobs mayor” has no increase in funding for training and no meaningful jobs initiatives. Many residents are telling Gray at events across the city that they are waiting for the job he promised them.

Who’s Getting a Job? DC’s unemployment rate almost doubled in the recession, from 5.4

percent in mid-2007 to 10.4 percent in late 2009, reaching the highest level in almost 30 years. Since late 2009, the jobless rate has been edging down, to 9.5 percent this past March. But that overall picture misses the real story of the District’s jobs recovery. The news is far brighter for some groups— and far bleaker for others. A city in Black and White: Unemployment rose in the recession for black and white residents alike. But while the

rise in joblessness has peaked for white residents, unemployment has not stopped climbing for black residents. The unemployment rate for whites rose from 1.7% in to 2007 to 5.2% in late 2009, but then fell to2.5% at the end of 2010. For black residents, unemployment rose from almost 10% in 2007 to 18 percent in 2009 — and then to almost 19% in 2010. The black unemployment rate is more than seven times the white unemployment rate, perhaps the biggest gap ever recorded. Jobs for People with Degrees: The recession was cruel to DC residents regardless of their education level, but the recovery has been far kinder to those with college degrees. The jobless rate for residents with a capitalcommunitynews.com ◆ 25

bachelor’s degree or better fell to 2.7%t in late 2010, almost back to the pre-recession level. But 19% of DC residents with a high school degree are still out of work, a rate that is almost twice as high as a few years ago. The story is similar for residents who have not ﬁnished high school. It turns out that residents in certain occupations are going back to work faster than those in others. For residents who had work in occupations that typically pay under $15 an hour — food preparation, sales, and building and grounds cleaning, for example — the unemployment rate is stubbornly high and has not started to drop. For most other occupations, employment seems to be rising in the city. The biggest gains are for those in the highest-paying jobs, such as legal occupations and management positions. This kind of uneven rebound from the recession may not be totally surprising — who ever said the economy was fair? — but it also is part of a much longer trend in DC, where residents without advanced skills are getting squeezed out of the labor market. The employment rate for residents with a high school degree has been falling for more than 20 years, regardless of the health of the overall economy. Gentriﬁcation is usually a term applied to housing and neighborhoods, but it seems like DC’s job market is gentrifying, too.

Helping More Residents Find Good Career Ladders It doesn’t take a rocket scientist (speaking of high paying occupations) to ﬁgure out that helping residents build their jobs skills is the key to making these trend lines look better. Mayor Gray committed to a job creation platform when he was a candidate. In his ﬁrst budget, Gray laid out four priorities, including “jobs and economic development.” So clearly 26 ◆ Midcity DC | June 2011

he gets it. Unfortunately, the Gray administration has not put much action behind this lofty goal. Gray’s first budget for job training offers no more than in the prior three years, despite the need to climb out of the hole created by the recession. One can look high and low and find no reforms to the way that training services are delivered and no real job initiatives. The mayor has proposed creating incentives for construction firms to hire DC residents, but there is a pile of research, backed by common-sense, that employers want qualified workers, not financial incentives to hire people who may not have the needed skills. There are new approaches the District could take, some that could get better employment outcomes simply by using resources more wisely. Some communities, for example, have established “workforce brokers,” organizations that help identify the hiring needs of major employers and then line up training providers to prepare residents for those jobs. This would help avoid a common problem in DC, where someone gets training but little help to actually land a job. In DC, more so than many other places, a rising tide is no guarantee that all boats will rise. The unequal recovery from the recession is a problem not just for those DC residents who want to work but cannot find a job, but also for their families and their communities. As the District economy expands and jobs are created, the best thing Mayor Gray could focus on is making sure DC residents get the skills to take as many of those jobs as possible. Lazere is the executive director of the DC Fiscal Policy Institute (www.dcfpi.org), which conducts research on tax and budget issues that affect low- and moderate-income DC residents. ◆

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Logan Circles by Mark F. Johnson

Summertime and the Living is Prideful!

the national holiday to honor the nation’s Civil War dead. And in addition to honoring our war dead, Loganites, like many around the country, enjoy a nice cookout and perhaps a dip in the pool on the Memorial Day weekend. St. Ex at

followed by a tour of the Mary McLeod Bethune house and gardens on Vermont Avenue just south of the Circle. This is an annual event as well. The LCCA holds their annual picnic on Sunday, June 12.

June is the month of freedom! Granted, next month in July we celebrate our independence, but in June, the ﬁrst month of summer, we are ﬁnally free from school, free from overcoats and lace-up shoes, free to relax and take long weekends, and free to celebrate our pride! As usual, the gay pride parade on Saturday, June 11 winds its way down 17th Street to P and then down 14th to Logan Circle as crowds line the street in what is DC’s best recreation of Mardi Gras. On this, the 36th anniversary of DC’s observance of the struggle for equality for gay and lesbian Americans, the city has perhaps the highest GLBT population it has ever had and Logan Circle ranks right up there with Chelsea, Celebrating Summer at this year’s annual Chili Cookout sponsored by St. Ex Restaurant Boystown, West Hollywood and the Castro as a major city homo hub! Happy the corner of 14th and T Streets Comings and Pride month! once again this year, encouraged Goings on

Memorial Day Re-wind Of course, by customary American law, summer really starts on Memorial Day. Logan Circle has a historic connection to this second-most patriotic holiday because it was General John Logan, the circle’s namesake who proposed 28 ◆ Midcity DC | June 2011

such behavior, at least as it relates to the cookout. They held their annual chili cookout block party with lots of chili, cold drinks, games, acrobats and musicians. Those who wanted a bit more subdued Memorial Day neighborhood celebration might have attended the Logan Circle Community Association holiday commemoration event in the Circle

Two new establishments promised for 14th have opened their doors pretty much when they said they would. El Centro, a tacqueria next door to Black Cat has been serving up the tacos to a load of hungry eaters for about a month now. Owned by the same team as Masa 14, the building at 1813 14th underwent a pretty cool renovation and came out with a hip ole

Mexico meets new DC vibe. Down the street in the seventeen hundred block of 14th, Peregrine Espresso has also opened. The coﬀee cafe, located on the Hill, opened its second DC storefront at 1718 14th Street at the end of May. It joins Mid City cafe and U Street Cafe as an independently-owned java joint in U/14. Word on the street is that another furniture store on U Street may soon be closing. Remember that RKCNDY, formerly located on U between 15th and 16th, closed in April due to rising rents in the increasingly trendy `hood. However, this time, the store said to be closing is not shuttering due to higher expenses and slower revenues. As we hear it, it is because they want to move to 14th Street like big boys Room and Board and Mitchell-Gold. Where on 14th Street they plan to go is so far hush-hush but we do know that the large Shirt Laundry building space at Q Street is back in play now that the restaurant planned for the spot is apparently a ship that has wrecked. Other possible spots could include the retail space on the ground level of View 14 that has been vacant since the building opened. That means it has been awaiting a new tenant for a few years now. ◆

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14th and dU by Catherine Finn June 28 (rain date June 30): Silverdocs Short: The Poodle Trainer, Feature: Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian. July 26 (rain date July 28): Silverdocs Short: Howard Theatre: A Century in Song, Feature: 930 F Street. August 23 (rain date Aug 25): Silverdocs Short: City of Cranes, Feature: National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets. Sept 20 (rain date Sept 22): Silverdocs Short: Big Birding Day, Feature: Bag It.

Harrison Recreation Center. The nonproﬁt, formed in 2009, works directly with the Department of Parks and Recreation to improve the recreation center and the park.

ern, transparent extension extens story modern, l that they say will complement as well as preserve the historic architecture After a successful inaugural seaof the structure. son in 2010, the U Street Movie Perhaps most exciting for U Series is back again this summer. Street residents will be the rooftop: Friends of Harrison Recreation VIDA Fitness plans on a luxurious VIDA Fitness Center, the U Street Neighborhood private rooftop club with a 60-foot Association, and the Meridian Hill Construction pool, resort cabanas, communal fire Neighborhood Association are kickpit, outdoor waterfall, sundeck, and Progressing Nicely ing off a second season of films startFollowing the closure of Results a member lounge with restaurant ing on May 24 with Mr. Smith Goes Gym on the 1600 block of U Street, service. This rooftop will not be open to Washington at the Harrison Recconstruction on a new VIDA Fit- to gym members; you will need a reation Center field at separate membership V Street between 13th to enjoy the extra ameand 14th Streets, NW. nities. VIDA Fitness The theme of this reports that rooftop year’s series will be celmembership is already ebrating Washington at 70 percent capacity, DC, with movies from so if you want to enjoy a the classic Mr. Smith summer of rooftop pool Goes to Washington to swimming, you should family-friendly films to join soon. documentaries. DifferThe building will ent this year from last also be home to a yetyear, each feature film to-be-named restaurant will be preceded by a that will be run by the Silverdoc short film. Capitol City BrewAs with last year’s ing Company, as well movie series, admission as a location of Aura is free and the gates Spa and the previously will open at 7 p.m. The mentioned redesigned movie series organizers Bang Salon. are encouraging attendVIDA Fitness plans ees to come early to get to have their “phase one” a good seat and have a Vida Fitness will soon house a 51,500-square-foot, four-story health club and spa, as well as a restaurant and member’s only rooftop club. opening by the end of picnic in the park. Be- Photo: VIDA Fitness May. As of the writing fore the film, movie-goof this column, the gym ers can enjoy music spun In October, the U Street Movie ness center has begun. The historic has not yet opened, but stay tuned to by local DJs. The first 100 attendees series will host a community forum building will soon house a 51,500- next month’s column to read about will also get free popcorn. on education policy after screening square-foot, four-story health club the gym’s progress. Showtime will be at sundown, the feature Waiting for Superman. and spa, as well as a restaurant and so the exact time will vary. If you’re The organizers have not yet deter- a redesigned Bang Salon (which is Catherine writes the neighborhood blog, unable to bring your own picnic, sev- mined a location or date for the fo- currently in the building). U Street Girl. The blog covers happeneral local food truck vendors will be rum and screening, but will announce VIDA Fitness plans for this U ings in the U Street corridor, whether nearby serving food, including In- it in the coming months. Street location to become its flagship they be cultural, artistic, epicurean, sodian-fare truck Fojol Bros. If you are interested, the organiz- location. Beyond the historic struc- cial, or lifestyle-related. You can read This year’s movie series lineup ers do accept donations and spon- ture, VIDA Fitness plans for a $13 her blog at http://ustreetgirl.wordpress. includes the following films: sorships that will benefit Friends of million, 8,500-square-foot three- com. ◆

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Shaw Streets by Ralph Brabham

Bread for the City Opens New Rooftop Garden On May 20, 2011, Bread for the City (1525 7th St., NW) hosted neighbors, donors, community leaders and allies for a “vine cutting ceremony” celebrating the kickoff of its Northwest Center’s Rooftop Garden’s inaugural growing season. The nonprofit organization, which provides vulnerable residents of Washington, DC, with comprehensive services, including food, clothing, medical care, and legal and social services, recently expanded its Shaw facility. In the midst of the construction, the group determined that it could sustain not only the “green” roof that was already planned, but an entire vegetable garden above the new medical clinic wing. DC Greenworks, a preeminent green roof organization in Washington, provided the technical support and know-how for the project, and helped the organization plan and build the nearly thirty raised beds that will grow a variety of vegetables and herbs. Now built and planted, Bread for the City’s rooftop garden is the first large-scale roof top agriculture project in the DC region. The garden’s produce will be harvested by those Bread for the

City clients who choose to take an active role in the garden. It will also be used for demonstrations in the food pantry, cooking in Bread for the City ‘s nutrition classes, and sharing through community meals. Finally, the garden will be a place that fosters reﬂection, learning, and dialog about health and food justice, across lines of class, race, and age. To learn more, visit the garden’s website, http://breadforthecity.org/ rooftopgarden. Bread for the City also invites the community to attend its Parking Lot Picnic on July 21st (6:308:30pm, 1525 7th St., NW). RSVP or ask for more info by emailing rsvp@breadforthecity.org.

New Tom Power Eatery Coming to 9th Famed restaurateur Tom Power of Corduroy (1122 9th St., NW) will open a new casual eatery in Shaw within the year. The establishment will be located at 1124 9th St., NW, immediately adjacent to Corduroy. 1124 9th St. was on its way to becoming a mixed-use development in 2008. The plan called for ground ﬂoor retail behind the existing historic façade and several residential condominiums set back in a small, modern, glass and steel tower. Con-

A “Vine Cutting” ceremony marking the opening of Bread for the City’s new rooftop garden. Photo: Michelle Lindsay 30 ◆ Midcity DC | June 2011

struction came to an abrupt halt when the economy soured, leaving the one story façade boarded, the interior in shell condition, and a partially erected steel skeleton in the rear. Power acquired the building from Eagle Bank, which had foreclosed on the previous owner/borrower. Power selected the Edit Design to design the restaurant. He has noted that “It will be the opposite of Corduroy. No reservations, no Plan for the 7th and N Park, which should be open by October 2011. Photo: DC Department of Parks and Recreation, Sherry Frear/ASLA drywall, no recessed duct-work. Our vision includes exposed brick, concrete and steel.” As to the oﬀerings, “We’re going for casual this time around. The blackboard menu will always have salads, soups and pizza, and may feature things like hot dogs from the New Jersey shore, pupusas, a steak, crispy salmon with refried black beans or a grilled cheese,” said Power.

7th and N Park Renovation Imminent In October 2009, a ceremonial groundbreaking took place for the renovation of a forlorn looking park on N Street, NW between 6th and 7th Streets, NW, known by many as the “7th and N Park.” Since that time, there have been no signs of park construction and the land has continued to be a magnet for crime. The District’s Department of Parks and Recreation (“DPR”) recently announced that work will ﬁnally begin on the $800,000 redevelopment in June, with a ribbon cutting tentatively scheduled for October 2011. When completed, the park will feature new surfaces, a new, fenced oﬀ “tot lot” with fantastic play equipment for children aged 2 to 5, ornamental fences, new hardscaping, and new lighting. Dogs will be allowed in the park if on-leash. “I am pleased that DPR will begin work next month on the 7th and N Park,” said Ward 2 Councilmember Evans in his newsletter recently. “What has long been an eyesore for the community will soon be transformed into a neighborhood asset that everyone can use and enjoy.” ◆

Bloomingdale Bytes by Eleanor Gourley and Emma Scott

Some Art, Some Wine, Some Food 52 O Street Studio On May 7th Emma and I stumbled upon a marvelous little treasure, right in our own back yard—52 O Street Studio. Little did we know, 52 O Street has been a pillar of the neighborhood since 1979 when Eric Rudd converted the space into an aﬀordable studio for local artists. Despite an ownership change in 2003, the space is still maintained as an art studio and living quarters for some Mid City artists. On the ﬁrst weekend in May, the artists host an annual open house for the neighbors to come admire their work and learn a little bit about their artistic process. Some studios had more interactive exhibits—we were able to test our skill at screen-printing—other studios followed a more show-and-tell pattern where viewers could ask questions about what inspired the art. All boasted artistic necessities: paint, brushes, stereos, wine, cheese and chocolate.

We investigated the artists’ CD collections, listened attentively to family histories, shuﬄed through cramped pathways that were rich with paintings that had yet to be revealed to the public and got recruited to upcoming gallery openings and workshops. The entire building was chock full of excited and creative Scenes from 52 O Street Studio vibes, a contrast to the façade of the building which seemed quite ordinary for the Bloomingdale neighborhood. Having a mecca for artist in the neighborhood really excites us. Many believe that neighborhoods grow around artistic and creative establishments, whether they’re art-house movie theaters, community art centers or underground concert venues, neighborhoods have tended to blossom around their creative venues. Especially areas that are as rich in culture and DC history as are Bloomingdale LeDroit Park and Truxton Circle. At the very least, becoming aware of this space has made us feel more connected to the neighborhood because it shows just another side of the diversity of people found in the MidCity. At most, it encourages a cultural exchange exhibited by our local artists willingness to share both their

art and their stories with the neighbors. We are looking forward to exploring more artistic venues around the area in the future.

The Dairy Store As promised, we’ve been cooking up a storm with locally produced foods…although we have yet to make it to the farmers market. We have been frequenting the dairy store on 2nd and T street NW where they sell locally produced milks, meats, cheese, veggies, fruits, micro-brews, as well as some gourmet products like nutella. This week we made two pizzas—a butternut squash, goat cheese, mushroom and arugula, pizza, and a tomato, mozzarella, arugula, and mushroom pizza. If we do say so ourselves, both were pretty amazing. The local foods used: mozzarella, arugula, mushrooms, and pizza dough (due to my connections at Rustik, we were able to talk Chef Seth Brady into sharing some of his amazing dough.) We sautéed the mushrooms with garlic and olive oil, piled the ingredients on top of the pizza dough and cooked the pizzas at 350 for about 20 minutes. Both pizzas were made even more delicious by the knowledge that we supported local business and were eating so much locally produced foods. ◆ capitalcommunitynews.com ◆ 31

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Lifelong Learning New Opportunities Abound in the World of Continuing Education by Peter Sherer

ith 20 to 30 extra years after our first careers, Boomers are going back to school to get new credentials, using on-line learning sites, studying fun stuff at places like the Smithsonian Associates, and creating new venues where “each one can teach one.” All of this is happening fast. Used to be that you went to high school and then to a job for 25 years. A few went on to college and fewer still went on to get a graduate degree. So education was time-limited and targeted at young people. Not so anymore. The way that education is being delivered is changing dramatically, and so too are the people served. Dan Pink in his book Free Agent Nation says, “Within a few years, the number of thirty-five-plusyear-old college students will exceed the number of 18 and 19 year old college students.” Boomers will be right there at the next desk, or in a lively chat room satisfying more than just curiosity. Why? Lots of reasons.

To Make Money In The World is Flat, Tom Friedman argues that the unit of organization in the world has transitioned from the country, to the corporation, and ﬁnally to the individual. Almost 12 million boomers will start their own business sometime during the third stage of life. That’s a lot of demand for new knowledge.

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of coaches for our varied interests ranging from violin lessons to highaltitude rock climbing. Some of us will want to learn to read Chinese or Hindi to understand the future world economy, and others will tackle a whole host of European languages as we reconnect with our past. Every one of the trainers, coaches, and teachers will have to become credentialed.

Immigration & Education As the U.S. population diversiﬁes, newcomers will continue to ﬂood into junior colleges and then into four-year universities. More than ever, the ticket to the U.S. middle class is through the schoolhouse door. The idea of lifelong learning has been a part of many other cultures for generations, and émigrés coming to the U.S. will only reinforce that attitude. Boomers as a whole are likely to join in, in order to keep up.

Rate of New Knowledge Development Some experts say that many ideas that are more than ﬁve years old become outdated by newer research. In some ﬁelds like computer science and electronics, the half-life of a product or service is much more time-sensitive. Chat rooms, professional on-line peer groups, the immediate sharing of discoveries through open-source software will push us to stay current. Local libraries will morph into hubs of peer-led sessions on topics from French Cooking to Extreme Sports. Books on hand-held electronic devices, more magnet schools, and improved technology education starting

in ﬁrst grade will multiply new ideas logarithmically.

Learning Communities of Interest Whole neighborhoods will organize around interests. There is a community in Arizona of racing car fans who have built their houses around a two-and-a-half-mile racetrack. The Wall Street Journal had an article on this that said in part “would you like your house to come with a physical trainer? That’s the draw of an $800 million development focused on wellness, CooperLife at Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas, which features a 75,000 sq. ft. aerobics center, ﬁtness equipment, healthy meals delivered to your door, trainers and ﬁtness coaches, and annual physicals.” Six pack abs type Boomers will be wall to wall.

Learning for the Fun of it In 1975, Elderhostel pioneered educational services for older people under the guiding assumption that if you were over 50 years old, you could still think. Today Elderhostel sponsors 8,000 programs each year in about 90 countries. Now every website and school on the planet wants into the game. How about a trip to Greece? Is there a university around that won’t hook you up with your alumni class to tour the islands? Want to learn to sing operetta, ﬂy ﬁsh with skill, throw pots, hang glide, and become a puppeteer to sick kids, and on and on? You get the point. If you want to do it, someone is prepared to teach you at whatever level your wallet allows.

The Future Living Where You Learn Twenty-two colleges and universities have already built housing on campus to attract Boomers to move permanently. Some are even figuring out how to provide in-house health care in addition to housing and the use of university facilities as part of the live-on-campus model. Others are beefing up courses designed to attract us. A leader, the Bernard Osher Foundation, has established Osher Lifelong Learning Centers at 120 colleges and universities here and abroad. American, George Washington, Georgetown, George Mason and many other local schools are using Osher grants to offer relatively cheap courses aimed specifically at Boomer interest in the visual arts, music, literature, technology, science, fitness and spirituality, to name just a few.

The Boomer cohort can count on a lot more innovation and scope when it comes to learning opportunities in the years ahead. Millions of people are going to pursue additional learning for fun and proﬁt. Ten years from now, I can imagine an elaborate on-line barter system so that the jewelry makers can trade their knowhow to learn to say “hola” from the Spanish language speakers without a lot of cash trading hands. I can imagine whole apartment buildings being inhabited by a group who shares the same interests. And if you live in the city, a new learning experience is only a Metro ride away. Become an expert and join the parade. You can contact Peter Sherer at peter@expmatters.com. ★

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EDUCATION LISTINGS: Some Local Programs Central Michigan University Central Michigan University, an innovator and leader in quality programs for adult learners, offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees plus professional development courses tailored to the unique needs of working students. Programs are offered at seven CMU centers in the Metro DC/Baltimore area. Founded in 1892, CMU is an accredited state university ranked as the 10th most productive small research university in the nation. More than 70,000 students have graduated from CMU’s Off-Campus Programs since 1971. CMU prides itself on its quality programs and the personal service we offer to all of our students. For more information go to www.cmich. edu/metroDC, or call 877-679-1268.

United Planning Organization Weatherization Training Center: The United Planning Organization’s Weatherization Training Center (WTC) offers a full range of competency-based training courses, seminars and certifications for persons or organizations interested in residential energy conservation. The WTC has abundant resources, a well qualified staff, and a superbly equipped, state-of-the-art, hands on demonstration lab. This is a fast growing job sector that will demand highly trained and skilled professionals to weatherize current and future housing in the United States for at least the next 75 years. For Information Contact: Weatherization Training Center. 915 Girard Street, NE. Washington, DC 20017. 202-526-2644. www.upo.orgw

Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies

The Master of Arts in Theatre Education – Catholic University

Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies has designed unique programs that will provide you with the skills, knowledge and relationships to help you meet your personal, professional and educational goals. We invite you to attend an information session and reception on Wednesday, June 22, 6:30pm to find out why the impact of both our educators and our students can be felt far beyond the classroom. Our master’s degree programs include Human Resources Management, Journalism, Public Relations & Corporate Communications, Real Estate, Sports Industry Management, Liberal Studies and Technology Management. RSVP today by visiting scs. georgetown.edu/capitol. 202-687-8700

The Master of Arts in Theatre Education - MATE - degree program, offered by the Drama Department, has been designed to accommodate the schedules of working professionals. All required courses (7 Drama courses and 2 Education courses) are offered in the evenings and during summer sessions. Beginning in the summer of 2012, students will be able to complete the MATE degree coursework over three summers. This degree prepares teachers and other professionals who wish to improve their skills in theatre production or to enhance learning through drama methods across the curriculum and in different educational settings. For more information about the program call 202-319-5351, e-mail cua-drama@cua.edu, or visit drama.cua.edu.

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around the world, boasting winning child artwork, hundreds of workshops and activities as well as continual perforThroughout the 2011 Mamances from cultures spanning jor League Soccer season, DC the globe. Since 1997 ICAF has United collects items at every organized the World Children’s home game to benefit pre-deFestival in Washington, DC. termined non-profit organiThe 3-day event – the world’s zations within the Washinglargest international celebraton, DC Metropolitan Area. tion of children’s creativity and DC United fans at the United Drives booth outside of RFK staDuring the two DC United dium donating baby essentials to benefit Community Lodgings, imagination – takes place every home games in June (Satur- Inc. Photo: Courtesy of DC United four years on Th e National Mall days 6/11 and 6/25), they will opposite the U.S. Capitol and be collecting new children’s Ronald Reagan Centennial is free and open to the public. toys to benefit the Children’s NaYouth Conference Hosted to honor the Arts Olympiad tional Medical Center. Fans are On Monday, June 20, 2:00 PM, winners from each US state and terencouraged to bring items on game at the National Archives William G. ritory and from nearly 100 particiday and in return receive a Buy McGowan Theater, students will ex- pating countries, the festival attracts One Get One Free Voucher for a amine the role of civil discourse and at least 10,000 attendees. 202-530later game date. The collection takes its significance from the founding 1000. icaf.org place at the United Drives booth of the United States to our present outside of Gate A at RFK stadium democracy. Presented in partnership Friday Night Safe Haven for each game and begins two hours with the Ronald Reagan Presiden- Kids, 13–18 years prior to kick off. The toys we are tial Foundation and the Close-Up The Late Night Safe Haven inicollecting through this program in Foundation. Seating will be limited tiative will be made available for all June will be distributed to the hosand on a first-come, first-serve basis. city youth, ages 13 and above, needpital and individual patients during Free. 202-357-5000. archives.gov ing a free, but supervised social envia DC United player visit to the cenronment on Friday nights during the ter in July. 202-587-5000. dcunited. World Children’s Festival on out-of-school months. The activities com/community/united-drives the National Mall will take place in the months of June, June 17-19, the International July and August. Youth will have an Mary’s Primary Care Opens Mary’s Center at 3912 Geor- Child Art Foundation will host opportunity to participate in positive gia Ave. NW in Petworth officially the World Children’s Festival on social activities. Events will be suopened for business on Mar. 1. the National Mall in front of the pervised by the Metropolitan Police The Georgia Avenue site is Mary US Capitol building. The Festival Department. Friday nights, 6:00Center’s largest community health attracts thousands of people from 11:30 PM, The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washingcenter with 26,000 square feet ton, Clubhouse #2, 120 of space featuring 22 exam M St. NW. For more rooms and five dental chairs, as information, contact: well as new spaces for mental E d w a rd . D e l g a d o @ health, adolescent, home visidc.gov. mpdc.dc.gov tation, social services, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Twitter @ Program for Women, Infants, and Children, and family literYouth202 acy programs. This new facility DC Public Library will permit Mary’s Center to announces Youth202see approximately 20,000 pa-DC’s first and only tients annually. 202-638-0252. comprehensive source .DCPCA.org for jobs, internships,

DC United Collects Children’s Toys During June

Mary’s Center Ribbon Cutting. Photo: Edgar Becerra

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scholarships, events, programs, and other positivity for teens in the city-on Twitter @Youth202. Teens have been saying they don’t know where to look to ﬁnd important information for them, so librarians and teen staﬀ have been busy scouring the web and the Twittersphere to solve that. @Youth202 is a great resource, and you can help make it better. If you have any programs, events, jobs, internships, or other important information for teens (14-19 primarily), e-mail teeninfo@dc.gov. Be sure to include a link to more info online, a short description, dates/times, etc. Or, if you’re already on Twitter, just tag your post with #dcteens or mention them @youth202. teeninfo@ dc.gov.

Western Maryland Scenic Railroad Trains Their restored early 20th century rolling stock steams through the mountains of Western Maryland on a stunning 32 mile round trip between Cumberland and Frostburg from May-Dec. More than three hundred years of American history are tied together by a ribbon of steel that thrills riders of all ages. $16$55. wmsr.com

Family Fun Pack for Oklahoma! at Arena Stage Special for the production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! ( July 8-Oct. 2), Arena Stage is oﬀering families the opportunity to purchase tickets in a Family Fun Pack for $153, all fees included. Four tickets are included per Family Fun Pack, with a limit of two packs per household. For each Family Fun Pack there must be at least two children ages 5-17, and proof of age is required at the time of purchase or pick up from the box oﬃce. A limited number of fun packs are available

per performance. 202-488-3300. arenastage.org.

Ave. at Sixth St. SW. 202-6332214. nasm.si.edu

DC United Tryouts for Youth Academy Teams

Girls on the Run (DC) Family-Friendly 5K

DC United has announced that the club will hold tryouts for the 2011-2012 Academy Under-14, 15, 16, and 18 teams between May 16July 20. DC United Youth Academy teams play against Mid-Atlantic Academy sides in the US Soccer Development Academy and the Northeast Pre-Academy League. Over the course of the year-long season beginning in September, players will have the opportunity to compete in elite domestic and international tournaments. Players wishing to tryout must submit or fax the appropriate registration forms on dcunited.com/academy. The primary contact for the submission process is DC United Youth Development Coordinator, Junior Castro, who can be reached at 202-587-5498. dcunited.com

On Sunday, June 5, 10:00 AM, come early to American University Quad for pre-race activities starting at 8:45 AM. The event is open to all -- men, women, children of ages. All children who complete the 5K will receive a “finishers medal” at the finish line. $25. GOTR is an after-school program for girls grades 3-8 that combines fun and fitness with lessons about self-respect and healthy living. The curriculum has a positive impact on girls at an important stage in their development. gotrdc.org

Girls Make History Day at Navy Museum Come to the Navy Museum on Saturday, June 25, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM, for a fun ﬁlled day of activities as they explore the history of the time periods your child’s favorite American Girl characters lived in. Please check the Museum’s website at history.navy.mil/NMUSN for additional information as the event gets closer. RSVPs are not required this year. Free. Washington Navy Yard, 805 Kidder Breese St. SE ( 6th and M St. SE gate). history.navy.mil/ NMUSN

Mr. Lincoln’s Air Force Family Day at Air and Space Saturday, June 11, 10:00 AM3:00 PM. (Museum open daily until 7:30 PM through Sept. 4.) Did you know that hot air balloons were used for espionage during the Civil War? Learn about the balloon ascension that took place on the Mall 150 years ago this month and more. There will be a variety of activities for the whole family. Free. National Air and Space Museum, Independence

7.5 Million Facebookers Under 13 Of the 20 million minors who actively used Facebook in the past year, 7.5 million of them were younger than 13, according to projections from Consumer Reports’ latest State of the Net survey. Facebook’s terms of service require users to be at least 13 years old. Also among this group of minors using Facebook, more than 5 million were 10 and under. Consumer Reports survey found that their accounts were largely unsupervised by their parents, exposing them to malware or serious threats such as predators or bullies. The report which includes the full survey results and advice for parents of Facebook users, is featured in the June issue of Consumer Reports and on ConsumerReports.org.

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Washington Yu Ying’s Dragon Festival and Auction On Saturday, June 11, 6:00 PM, the festival is on the grounds of their beautiful new building at 220 Taylor St. NE. This event features music, entertainment and both silent and live auctions. It is an important fundraiser for their school and this year the proceeds will go towards our new playground and gardens. For more information, contact ldaley@washingtonyuying. org. washingtonyuying.org ◆ capitalcommunitynews.com ◆ 37

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New Charter Schools Offer Unique Options by James Jones

our new charter schools Mundo Verde Bilingual offering widely differing Public Charter School educational programs Mundo Verde will be the will be added to the District’s District’s first “green” public public education landscape this school, and the first to combine fall. And the organizers of these a focus on environmental susschools are discovering that the tainability with bilingual educapublic appetite for alternatives tion. The overall school theme to the traditional DCPS offerof global stewardship, “is more ings remains strong. than just about taking care of As with most new charters, the earth,” said Kristin Scotcheach of the schools will start mer, Mundo Verde’s Executive Mundo Verde Board Members (from left) Katherine Roboff, with only a few grades. They Director. “Language and culExecutive Director Kristin Scotchmer, Bob Wittig and Sara Elliott. are all welcoming applications, ture are a critical component of but all of these newbies already stewardship,” she said, noting principles, we teach students how have waiting lists for most grade lev- to think, not just what to think.” that many parents are looking for a els. Here’s a brief rundown of the Classrooms will be student-centered school that emphasizes, “how imporfour new kids on the education block with children working in small col- tant it is to understand perspectives for the District in 2011. laborative groups, individually, and other than your own.” Like several other charter schools through child-initiated play. The Inspired Teaching School And students won’t be the only in the city, Mundo Verde will employ The Inspired Teaching Dem- ones learning, says Duskin. Another an educational model known as Exonstration Charter School will put key element of the school is that the peditionary Learning. The curricuinto practice what trainers at D.C.’s adults in the classroom – a master lum has been designed around interCenter for Inspired Teaching have teacher and teacher resident – will active, hands-on projects that spark taught for 15 years: embrace the in- also be constantly engaged in their curiosity, promote active learning, nate intelligence of all children and own learning experience. The idea encourage teamwork, and capitalize use their natural desire for inquiry to is to make sure teachers experience on children’s spirit of adventure, acdirect learning in the classroom. growth each day and remain as in- cording to information provided by The demonstration school is an terested and exciting about school the school. outgrowth of the Center, a DC non- as the children. Mundo Verde will initially be profit that has trained teachers now “We’re going to show that when comprised of students age three to in classrooms around the country. learning is at the heart of a school five. Their first year “incubator” buildThe Inspired Teaching School hopes -- both student and adult learning will be in Dupont Circle at 2001 to showcase that the student-cen- ing -- great things are possible,” S Street, NW. The school has a waittered instructional approach not only said Duskin. ing list for all grades, but welcomes produces academically talented kids, The school will be housed at applications at mundoverdepcs.org but also shapes children who are self- 4401 8th St., NE, near Providence for the 2011-2012 school year. directed and maintain their natural Hospital. The initial school year class desire to learn. will be comprised of students age The Inspired Teaching philoso- three through third grade, with plans The Richard Wright Public phy is rooted in the idea that all to eventually expand to eighth grade. Charter School for the children possess the ability to suc- The school is still encouraging appli- Media Arts Richard Wright PCS offers stuceed academically and think criti- cations for admission from all parts cally. “The goals for our students of the city and there are a limited dents in grades 8-12 a high school are centered on four principles: number of slots available in grades experience that provides the opporintellect, inquiry, imagination, and 1, 2 and 3. Applications can be com- tunity to focus on journalism and integrity,” explains School Princi- pleted at inspiredteachingschool.org media arts. The educational goal of the school is to create writers, jourpal Zoe Duskin. “With these four or by calling 202-462-1956. nalists and productive citizens, using 38 ◆ Midcity DC | June 2011

the instruction of Latin as the foundation for improved language skills. Dr. Marco Clark, founder and Head of School said he was driven to take action after looking at reading and writing scores of students in Ward 7. It was clear to him that a new approach was needed. “Our kids need to learn a different way, and they need to learn to develop skills that allow them to advocate for themselves,” Clark said. He settled on a very old approach – Latin. The school will provide intensive remedial training for eighth graders who are failing to perform at their class level. “I see too many children who are simply not prepared to benefit from high school,” Clark said. “If they come in behind, we will start with intensive study in 8th grade so by the time they become 9th graders they will be ready to go with a real serious high school curriculum,” said Clark. “We are all business.” Each day, students will eat breakfast together and then gather with teachers and staff for “Family Matters,” a 10-minute period about classroom and school goals, and expectations of character and behavior. Uniforms are mandatory and those who are struggling in the classroom will be required to attend a “Saturday Academy.” The school will also equip students to succeed: each Richard Wright student will be issued a laptop to take home and to use in school. The day will not end with classes. Students will be required to participate in an after school Journalism and Media Arts Workshop each day from 4-5 p.m. These workshops will offer opportunities for students to explore interests in areas outside the classroom. “I thought it would be great for kids to use their skills in film development, music, and other communications media,” said Clark. “I

want these kids to be the voice of what is going on in their world.” The school will be located at 100 41st Street, NE and currently has a waiting list for all grades. For more information or to apply for placement on the waiting list call 202-526-7283 or visit richardwrightpcs.org.

Shining Stars Montessori Pubic Charter School The goal of Shining Stars Principal Rhonda Sabater is to bring the Montessori education concept within reach of every child in the District of Columbia. “It would have been a lot easier to set up our school as a private school,” Sabater said. “But we wanted to create a free and open school that embraced the Montessori idea of educating the whole child.” Sabater says Shining Stars will couple Montessori principles with a “cultural empowerment” curriculum to reach its target population. “Cultural empowerment means we want to focus on having things in the classroom and discussions that reflect the culture of the children in the room,” Sabater said. Montessori emphasizes learning through all five senses, not just through listening, watching, or reading, and allows children to learn at their own, individual pace and according to their own choice of activities. Montessori classes place children in three-year age groups, forming classes in which the older children share their knowledge with the younger ones. “Montessori schools have rarely been on the radar of inner-city families,” Sabater said, primarily because most Montessori schools are private and the concept is not widely known. Shining Stars will begin with students ages 3-6, with plans to expand to older children in the near future. The permanent home for Shining Stars will be 2616 Georgia Avenue, NW. That building is being renovated, and school officials say they will temporarily be housed at a facility in the same area. The school is fully enrolled currently, but is accepting applications for their waiting list at www.ssmapcs.org. ◆ capitalcommunitynews.com ◆ 39

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+ Garden Fairey

Grow For the City Bread for the City’s New Roof Garden Opens by Frank Asher

s the proverb says: “Give a man a fish, feed him for a day, teach him to fish, feed him for life.”) This has never been more true in our wonderful neighborhood, Shaw. On May 20, Bread for the City opened up its rooftop garden. This is no ordinary garden. This is the largest agricultural roof garden in the city. The garden will produce nearly 1,000 plants in 30 raised beds -- everything from basil, sage and thyme to tomatoes, okra, corn, collard greens, broccoli, cauliflower and chard. Oh, and let me mention, there are blueberries, raspberries and strawberries, too. They have even added several colorful flowers to attract the bees for pollinating. And yes, the bees have their hives on the same rooftop just on the other side of the sky light. As a visitor, I was struck by the intention and the incredible feat of all the people involved to create this space. It took a village to create this. It will take the village to keep it going. And, the village created by this space is more than eager to have this magical rooftop to tend. Erin Holmes from Bread for the City quoted one of the rooftop gardeners: “I have seen a lot, a lot of change in this neighborhood, and I ain’t never seen a roof garden like this.” This garden was a six-week project with the help of D.C. Greenworks. The whole team from Director Peter Ensign to gardeners Andrew, Abe and Eric have put in not only many hours of labor, but heartfelt sup40 ◆ Midcity DC | June 2011

port for the whole idea. Bread for the City’s Jeﬀ rey Wankel, who has been a driving force in getting this going and has been taking care of the plants since they arrived a few weeks ago, said, “What I like most is that we have created a space that our clients often don’t have access to,” he said. “They may have the skills and this space gives them the outlet to educate and empower themselves to personal food security.” Personal food security! What a concept! This writer has been pulled into the abyss of thought. How many people in neighborhoods around our country do not have opportunities to feel empowered, let alone feel they can take their future into their own hands and grow their own food? I have one thing to say: Bread for the City, YOU ROCK!!! OLD CITY green has your back with any plant or gardening needs you may have. You were wise enough to gather bees to get your pollinating needs covered, so your produce should do well. Now, the village of volunteers that have appeared will make sure all is well for you and your growing abundance. You truly have co-created a bit of paradise and community in our neighborhood. Thank you!! See photos and information about the garden at http://breadforthecity.org/rooftopgarden. Frank Asher is owner of OLD CITY green -- “Where people and plants come together.” ◆

+ Changing Hands Changing hands is a list of most residential sales in the District of Columbia from the previous month. A feature of every issue, this list, based on the MRIS, is provided courtesy of Don Denton, manager of the Coldwell Banker office on Capitol Hill. The list includes address, sales price and number of bedrooms. LEDROIT PARK 2100 1ST ST NW 2115 1ST ST NW 407 U ST NW 144 W ST NW

$850,000 $512,000 $432,600 $305,000

3 5 3 4

$1,310,000 $1,025,000 $759,000 $550,000

3 4 3 2

MOUNT PLEASANT 1821 LAMONT ST NW 1834 PARK RD NW 1808 KILBOURNE PL NW 1620 HOBART ST NW 1702 LAMONT ST NW 1815 INGLESIDE TER NW

$1,200,000 $975,000 $859,000 $822,000 $765,000 $725,000

6 5 4 4 5 4

$711,000 $625,000 $600,000 $545,000 $520,500 $515,000

4 3 2 2 2 3

OLD CITY 716 3RD ST NE 311 15TH ST NE 1508 E ST SE 820 11TH ST NE 1122 C ST NE 1724 C ST NE

Neighborhood

Address

FEE SIMPLE 16TH STREET HEIGHTS 5721 13TH ST NW 4416 14TH ST NW 5624 13TH ST NW 1522 VARNUM ST NW 4421 IOWA AVE NW

$480,000 $469,000 $399,900 $377,000 $370,000

3 4 4 4 3

$800,000

ADAMS MORGAN 2704 ONTARIO RD NW

$535,000 $380,000 $375,000 $321,000 $235,000 $235,000 $280,001

4 3 3 4 3 3 4

$500,000 $474,900 $389,000 $388,000 $385,000

4 5 3 3 3

$995,000 $750,000 $635,000 $630,000 $617,000

5 5 4 3 4

BROOKLAND 1700 OTIS ST NE 22 BRYANT ST NE 2824 6TH ST NE 2022 PERRY ST NE 3206 10TH ST NE

COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 1205 KENYON ST NW 3649 11TH ST NW 3635 11TH ST NW 3527 HOLMEAD PL NW 3542 10TH ST NW

ECKINGTON 70 SEATON PL NW 18 QUINCY PL NE 150 R ST NE 27 S ST NW 40 T ST NW 40 QUINCY PL NE 16 SEATON PL NE

$750,000 $650,000 $465,000 $449,000 $425,000 $378,000 $375,000

6 4 3 3 3 3 4

KALORAMA 1821 23RD ST NW 2130 BANCROFT PL NW 2126 R ST NW 1618 22ND ST NW 2003 KALORAMA RD NW

$582,000 $566,000 $475,000 $450,000 $439,000 $417,350 $399,900 $388,000

5 4 3 4 3 5 4 4

$288,000 $259,900 $132,000

3 4 2

$260,000 $125,000

3 3

$302,000 $235,000 $200,000 $158,500 $155,000 $150,000

4 3 3 3 2 3

$135,000 $96,000

1 1

$449,000 $435,000

2 2

$295,000

$265,000 $77,500

2 1

$725,000 $645,000 $620,000 $610,000

1 3 2 2

$715,000 $640,000

3 2

RIGGS PARK 537 MADISON ST NE 457 RIGGS RD NE 219 OGLETHORPE ST NE

TRINIDAD

BRIGHTWOOD 835 WHITTIER PL NW 6223 8TH ST NW 6213 5TH ST NW 608 VAN BUREN ST NW 6209 12TH ST NW 411 RITTENHOUSE ST NW 509 QUACKENBOS ST NW

PETWORTH 516 QUINCY ST NW 5000 3RD ST NW 4213 3RD ST NW 427 JEFFERSON ST NW 4011 4TH ST NW 314 WEBSTER ST NW 821 DELAFIELD PL NW 515 KENNEDY ST NW

$2,690,000 $1,753,823 $1,350,000 $1,100,000 $1,000,000

5 2 9 8 4

1432 MONTELLO AVE NE 1722 LANG PL NE

WOODRIDGE 3201 WALNUT ST NE 3608 24TH ST NE 1727 FRANKLIN ST NE 3104 MONROE ST NE 3015 ADAMS ST NE 2872 PERRY ST NE

CONDO 16TH STREET HEIGHTS 1404 LONGFELLOW ST NW #102 1301 LONGFELLOW ST NW #105

ADAMS MORGAN 2630 ADAMS MILL RD NW #200-A 2627 ADAMS MILL RD NW #104

BRIGHTWOOD 6425 14TH ST NW #305

BROOKLAND 3117 HAWTHORNE DR NE #3117 4408 1ST PL NE #13

CENTRAL 916 G ST NW #1002 715 6TH ST NW #602 1099 22ND ST NW #609 1126 25TH ST NW #3

COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 1470 CHAPIN ST NW #4 929 FLORIDA AVE NW #3007

$600,000 $550,000 $549,900 $517,000 $414,000

2 2 2 3 2

$474,900 $365,000

2 2

$688,500 $660,000 $656,000 $580,000

2 2 2 2

$802,500 $647,500 $439,000 $385,000 $377,500 $890,000 $595,000 $335,000

3 2 1 1 1 2 2 1

$899,000 $375,000 $345,000 $325,000 $310,000

3 2 1 1 1

$618,000 $599,900 $575,000 $420,000 $339,900 $309,000 $289,500

2 2 2 3 1 1 1

$465,000 $437,000 $300,000 $289,000 $301,699

2 1 1 1 2

$292,000 $186,000 $599,200 $567,000 $556,000 $510,000 $467,000 $330,000

1 1 2 2 2 2 1 1

$760,000 $420,000 $378,000

3 1 1

$287,500 $270,000 $68,000 $190,000

2 2 2 1

$362,000 $1,275,000 $739,000 $361,000 $469,000 $410,000 $375,000 $362,790

1 3 2 1 1 1 1 1

ECKINGTON

LOGAN/U STREET 1423 Q ST NW 1312 RIGGS ST NW 2227 12TH ST NW 924 W ST NW

3311 13TH ST NW #4 3311 13TH ST NW #3 1309 PARK RD NW #302 3457 HOLMEAD PL NW #1 1470 CHAPIN ST NW #1 233 R ST NE #UNIT B 150 RHODE ISLAND AVE NW #202

KALORAMA 2359 ASHMEAD PL NW #4 2359 ASHMEAD PL NW #2 1908 KALORAMA PL NW #1044 1906 KALORAMA PL NW #46

LOGAN 1830 11TH ST NW #6 1408 Q ST NW #21 1440 CHURCH ST NW #104 19 LOGAN CIR NW #100 1001 L ST NW #411 2125 14TH ST NW #914 2125 14TH ST NW #104-W 1111 11TH ST NW #409

LOGAN CIRCLE 27 LOGAN CIR NW #4 1239 VERMONT AVE NW #502 1338 VERMONT AVE NW #201 1326 VERMONT AVE NW #10 1 SCOTT CIR NW #501

MOUNT PLEASANT 1614 BELMONT ST NW #D 2328 CHAMPLAIN ST NW #317 1652 BEEKMAN PL NW #D 2633 ADAMS MILL RD NW #102 3314 MOUNT PLEASANT ST NW #48 3314 MOUNT PLEASANT ST NW #21 2611 ADAMS MILL RD NW #T4

MOUNT VERNON SQUARE 907 N ST NW #A1 910 M ST NW #427 301 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #206 500 M ST NW #1 1230 4TH ST NW #2

OLD CITY 1025 1ST ST SE #1307 1363 K ST SE #201 1750 16TH ST NW #43 2020 12TH ST NW #607 1513 S ST NW #3 1442 CORCORAN ST NW #4 2125 14TH ST NW #306 555 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #1011

PENN QUARTER 631 D ST NW #1141 601 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW #1003 777 7TH ST NW #630

PETWORTH 1352 LONGFELLOW ST NW #306 922 MADISON ST NW #301 330 DELAFIELD PL NW #2 1352 LONGFELLOW ST NW #301

U STREET CORRIDOR 2004 11TH ST NW #427 1922 12TH ST NW #2 2020 15TH ST NW #3 2004 11TH ST NW #127 2125 14TH ST NW #330 2004 11TH ST NW #233 2004 11TH ST NW #434 929 FLORIDA AVE NW #2004 ◆

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