Another New Neighbor on RIA
Starting in the early summer of this year, 2008 Rhode Island Avenue NE in Woodridge will be the newest home to Capoeira DC! The description from their website sounds fantastic: “CapoeiraDC (Capoeira Malês DC) is a community-run nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the Afro-Brazilian martial art of capoeira in the nation’s capital through classes, community outreach and access, and youth development. Capoeira is a unique blend of martial arts, dance, and music that evolved from the vibrant Afro-Brazilian culture. Under the tutelege of Instrutor Morcego and Mestre Curisco of Capoeira Malês in Seattle, WA, CapoeiraDC is a dedicated community of capoeiristas who practice the Afro-Brazilian art of Capoeira.” We’ll have MUCH more information about their opening date and other related events soon, so stay tuned! In the mean time, you can find out more about Capoeria by visiting www.CapoeiraDC.com. Welcome to the neighborhood, Instructor Morcego!...
Read MoreWelcome a New Neighbor on RIA!
Great news for Rhode Island Avenue NE and Woodridge! Manny and Olga’s tweeted tonight that they will be coming to 2117 Rhode Island Ave NE. They anticipate a summer 2013 opening, and are planning on having a few “old time pizzaria”, with a few indoor and outdoor seats. Woohoo! @mannyandolgas: Manny & Olga’s is coming soon to 2117 Rhode Island Ave NE. @friendsofria @riainsider twitter.com/mannyandolgas/… More details soon… but join us in welcoming our newest neighbor! ...
Read MoreArt Enables – Glitterbomb Events
This month, Art Enables and the Off-Rhode Studio really shine with the arrival of Glitterbomb. Come celebrate all things sparkly with exhibits, workshops and special events. The process of making something glitter or sparkle is the central theme in Glitterbomb – a show of over 50 unique pieces from the personal outsider art collection of Art Enables board member, Paul Yandura...
Read MoreGreen Roof Networking Happy Hour
From the Anacostia Watershed Society: Green Roof Networking Happy Hour at Boundary Stone, featuring information on DC Dept. of Environment’s Green Roof Rebate...
Read MoreWard 5 scores 2 big wins!
Ward 5 can now celebrate two bits of #GoodWard5News! On January 29, 2013, Mayor Gray signed the Retail Incentive Amendment Act of 2012. This legislation is designed to specifically allocate sections of Rhode Island Avenue NE and North Capitol Street as “Retail Priority Areas.” This is great news for the future of small businesses along these Great Streets corridors, and will enhance the economic opportunities in Ward 5. The next step is funding – so be sure to let the Mayor’s office know that Ward 5 is eagerly awaiting his announcement of full financial support for this important legislation. Yesterday, Mayor Gray and Councilmember McDuffie announced the formation of the Ward 5 Industrial Land Transformation Task Force. The 13-member task force will be “… developing a strategic plan for the modernization and adaptive use of the industrial areas in Ward 5.” The Task Force is to be chaired by D.C. Office of Planning (OP) Director Harriet Tregoning. Councilmember McDuffie will also be a member of the Task Force, along with four residents of Ward 5: Jaime Fearer, Eric Jones, Victoria Leonard, and Peta-Gay Lewis. Many thanks to Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie and his staff for drafting solid legislation and gaining the community support. Cheers to Mayor Gray and the rest of the DC Council for moving these items...
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