I've officially started adding holiday events to the calendar, so check out some options and plan your holiday season. I personally think Christmas should not be acknowledged until Thanksgiving has passed, but having gone to my first holiday market of the season last weekend, I also know that the world moves on without me! Valerie Give Back for Thanksgiving Join me and others from the community for an 8:00 AM shift to help pack groceries for home-bound DC residents before Thanksgiving. Food...
8 days ago • 4 min read
For no reason in particular, you may want to check out last week's issue for tips on how to disconnect. Valerie Give Back for Thanksgiving Join me and others from the community for an 8:00 AM shift to help pack groceries for home-bound DC residents before Thanksgiving. Food For All DC is located in Logan Circle and focused on helping the community for the past 40 years. Start and end times are flexible! Sign up for the volunteer shift on Monday, November 25. Spaces are limited! Things to Know...
14 days ago • 4 min read
I was in Charlottesville this weekend for a wedding, and let me tell you, this is a beautiful time of year to be enjoying the hills full of color. This is also the last weekend that a lot of pick-your-own apple farms are letting you pick, so get out there if you want to do it this year! Valerie Things to Know in DC The election is next week, and I have no advice on where to find the best watch party (though Kamala will be at Howard), but I do have some advice on how to disconnect from all the...
22 days ago • 6 min read
This week we're getting straight into events! It's been a busy week for me so apologies for the delay. There are some fun fall activities this weekend, and it seems like it will be a beautiful weekend for leaf peeping. If you head over to Rock Creek Park headquarters, you can see some foliage and also get your dog inducted as a BARK Ranger on Saturday. Looking for a BARK Ranger costume? Check out how I made mine! Valerie Things to Do in DC: Next 4 Weeks Psst!Want other fun things that pop up...
28 days ago • 5 min read
This past week, we've had the northern lights and a once-in-80,000 years comet. The comet has been elusive for me, though I've been looking each night. If you want to give it a try, here are some details on seeing it and where to look. I have read that you may need binoculars or a camera to see it, and maybe it's not visible by the naked eye? Give it a try though--you have some more days to try to catch it. Good luck! Valerie Things to Know in DC The leaves are starting to change colors, with...
about 1 month ago • 5 min read
Love is Blind talk has officially taken over all of my social feeds, and I have been loving the gossip--but at the same, it feels weird! Because they're in our orbits. I'm usually a Bravo reality TV girl. The production team is just unmatched. The fact that the producers didn't find the extra money to get Leo and Brittany past the pods should tell you everything you need to know about the difference in production quality between the two. I'm not saying that Bravo shows are perfect. But they...
about 1 month ago • 6 min read
You ever have those weeks where everything seems to be due at once? That was the past two weeks for me, which means that this is 2 days late--but lots of fun things to do! I am playing around with when this gets sent, and trying to make it most useful. So... When would you like to receive these emails? Tuesdays Wednesdays (current schedule) Have fun this weekend with the beautiful weather! Valerie Win tickets to a night of Real Housewives Want an unforgettable evening of gossip, games, and...
about 2 months ago • 5 min read
This is the time of year where there is so much going on that it's hard to plan. Thank you everyone who spent time with us this weekend, either cleaning up Dumbarton Oaks Park (look at all that English ivy we cleared!) or at the content creator workshop! Hope to see you soon! Valerie Win tickets to after hours at Tudor Place Museum! Tudor Place, the historical estate in Georgetown connected with George Washington's family, is hosting a special evening program, and you can win 2 tickets! Hair...
about 2 months ago • 5 min read
Art All Night is coming up! Neighborhoods throughout the city put on public art activations, and this year it will be Friday 9/27 and Saturday 9/28. Keep your eyes peeled for a special newsletter issue dedicated to everything happening throughout the city! Valerie Volunteer with us! If you're looking to be outdoors while making DC a more beautiful place, join us for a volunteer morning at Dumbarton Oaks Park! Originally part of Dumbarton Oaks estate, it was designed by the first female...
2 months ago • 6 min read