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...
11 days 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...
20 days 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...
27 days ago • 6 min read
Did you know there are still lotus flowers and water lilies at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens? Definitely not as many as in July, but still worth the visit if you want to experience it in cooler weather! Valerie Things to Know in DC Florida Avenue used to be the northern border of the old city of Washington. When DC was first created, L'Enfant was charged with planning out the new capital city. That planned city's northwest border was below some steep hills and followed and existing road. In this...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
I can't believe that summer is over, but here we are. I know we'll get some more hot weather, but I can feel the days getting shorter, and it makes me sad. It does mean it's more comfortable outside to get out and explore. Lots of outdoor things to do in today's update! 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...
about 1 month ago • 6 min read
Heading into Labor Day, I hope you have some fun things planned! But if not, you'll find something in this issue--including the change to win tickets to a magic show! Valerie Roller Skating Meetup I’m partnering up with Christian (@sweatersipper) to host a roller skating meetup at the Anacostia Park Roller Skating Rink! Whether you’re an expert or just trying not to fall, it’s open to everyone as a way to meet new people and get some movement in. Join us on Sunday, September 1 at 10:00 AM....
about 2 months ago • 8 min read
Things to Know in DC Anacostia Park is being reimagine, and NPS wants your feedback through August 30. There are 3 concepts they want your input on, including two that move Anacostia drive back from the water to make it safer for pedestrians and recreation, restoring some natural shoreline, and changing Pope Creek back into a creek instead of being routed underground. I know that they are not native, but I would love to see cherry blossoms planted along the river. Roller Skating Meetup I’m...
about 2 months ago • 5 min read
Thank you to everyone who voted for me in Washington City Paper’s Best Local Influencer. I got 4th place, which is INCREDIBLE to me because I had no idea people would vote for me! People just thought of me when they were voting? Unreal! Thank you thank you thank you! I’m treating it like I won 1st place, essentially. Valerie Things to Know in DC It’s peach season! After having the worst peach OF MY LIFE from Whole Foods last week, I went on a mission this weekend to find the perfect peach....
2 months ago • 4 min read
I spent the last 2 weeks working remotely from the Jersey shore. I don’t know how digital nomads do it, instead of feeling relaxed, I was always anxious I wouldn’t get to log off early enough to do what I wanted to do. Would you be interested in hear about a cool bar I went to there? Or some dog friendly activities? Reply and let me know! Valerie Things to Know in DC It’s hot out, I want a private pool in DC. Since I’m never going to get that without hitting the Mega Millions, this little...
3 months ago • 3 min read