How to Help Afghan Refugees: Donations Accepted at Berliner, Lapis

August 19, 2021

The takeover of Afghanistan by the Taliban has triggered a rush of refugees from that Central Asian nation. In Washington, D.C., friends of the Afghan people are asking how they […]

Beloved Bartender Kevin Delaney Dies


Longtime bartender at Martin’s Tavern Kevin P. Delaney died this week. Born with the gift of gab and a heart of gold, Delaney “was an icon in the District,” said […]

G.U. to Be ‘Vaccinated Campus,’ Move-In Later this Week 

August 16, 2021

Later this week, expect to see more university students roaming around and exploring the neighborhood, discovering the charm and beauty of Georgetown or visiting old haunts. In a “Special Edition” […]

Business Ins & Outs: Jewels, Chocolates, Fine Woodworking

August 14, 2021

In: L. Priori Jewelry Shines L. Priori Jewelry officially opened on July 22 at 1002 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Originally from Philadelphia, the team at L. Priori creates “one-of-a-kind experiences and products, responsibly sourcing only […]

Business Ins & Outs: Whole Foods to Open by Fall

August 9, 2021

The Glover Park Whole Foods Market grocery store, closed since March 2017, is on track to open very soon. Neighbors routinely ask about it, and various media keep buzzing about […]

Christ Church Celebrates Key’s Birthday; Plans Sept. 12 Homecoming

August 6, 2021

The congregation of Christ Church Georgetown gathered Aug. 1 to celebrate the birthday of one of its founders, Frances Scott Key (1779-1843), author of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” who lived on […]

New D.C. Water Project to Improve Health of the Potomac River

August 2, 2021

Activity along K Street and Water Street on the Georgetown waterfront never seems to stop — whether people, bikes, cars or utility crews.  This time, DC Water contractors are doing […]

Pandemic Dominates 2021 RAMMY Award Nominations

July 28, 2021

Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington announced finalists for the 2021 RAMMY Awards, the winners of which will be announced on Sunday, September 19, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.  Special […]

Mapping Georgetown’s Rose Park Visit Sparks New Recollections: Tell Your Story 

July 26, 2021

A unique table dedicated to the art of preservation appeared at the Georgetown Farmers Market at Rose Park last Wednesday — not of the pickling or canning variety, however, but […]

Body Recovered From the C&O Canal

July 23, 2021

A body was pulled out of the C&O Canal between 33rd and 34th Streets NW late Friday afternoon. Metropolitan Police Department investigators were on the scene with a tent on […]