City Cast DC with Michael Schaffer
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February 1, 2024
Hey, neighbor! The Red Line saga continues. The Woodley Park and Cleveland Park Metro stops are going to be closed for maintenance this weekend (Feb. 3 - 4). Plan accordingly.
What's CITY Talking About?
Deadly Carjacking Spree
A Washingtonian was killed Monday night during a ten-hour carjacking spree that began at 6 p.m. At least four cars were stolen amongst seven incidents spanning the District and Prince George’s County. Police fatally shot the suspect early Tuesday morning. [Washington Post 🔒]
- Related: 51 cars were broken into in Woodley Park on Friday, adding to the city’s recent crime craze. [City Cast DC 🎧]
Busy Week For Chef Andres
Nancy Pelosi nominated chef José Andrés for the Nobel Peace Prize this week, recognizing his work with World Central Kitchen. Meanwhile, workers at Andres’ restaurant The Bazaar are trying to unionize. Employees highlighted safer working conditions and greater bargaining power as reasons for organizing. [X, formerly known as Twitter]
VA Banning University Nepo Babies
Virginia’s General Assembly has passed a law banning public colleges and universities from considering legacy status in their admissions process. Supporters now wait for Governor Youngkin to sign off on the ban. [DCist]
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What To Do
Thursday, Feb. 1
- 🖼️ Portrait Gallery: Sketch Break | 11:30 a.m. | Free | Chinatown
- 🎨 Phillip’s After 5: Love Is In the Air | 5 p.m. | $20 | Dupont
- 💟 Galentine’s Day Card Making | 6 p.m. | $55 | Union Market
- 😆 Yes Queen Comedy | 8 p.m. | $15 | Dupont
Friday, Feb. 2
- 🎵 Tunes: Colo W/ Sacricide | 7 p.m. | $12 | Truxton Circle
- 💃 Amapiano Dance Class | 7 p.m. | $20 | 16th St. Heights
- 🇬🇾 Evening at the Embassy of Guyana | 7 p.m. | $65 | Kalorama
- 🎤 WOWPS Poetry Slam Finals | 9 p.m. | $15 | Mt. Vernon
- ☀️ Groundhog Day Reveal | 8:30 a.m. | Free | Dupont
Saturday, Feb. 3
- 🌱 Belle Haven Park Cleanup | 10 a.m. | Free | Alexandria
- 🍫 Embassy Row V-Day Chocolate Tour | 12 p.m. | $40 | Dupont
- 🎞️ Film Screening: Girl | 2 p.m. | Free | National Mall
- 🎙️ CCDC Live Podcast Taping | 12 p.m. | Free | Downtown
- 🧑🎨 NGA First Saturday | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Free | National Mal
Today on City Cast
Valentine's Day Plans For Lovers & Haters
Love is in the air (well, not for me personally, but so I’ve heard). Today’s episode is dedicated to Valentine’s Day planning! Cornelia Poku is here with some suggestions for people who love Valentine’s Day, hate Valentine’s Day, and everyone in between.
🫵 We’re teeing up a series next week on how to celebrate Black History Month in D.C. and we want your thoughts! What are your favorite local Black-owned businesses that you want to see given a shoutout?
- Kaela
Today’s newsletter was edited by Priyanka Tilve. News was written by Ashe Durban.
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