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🍽️ Where to get Thanksgiving takeout in DC
November 13, 2024 · 💌 Kaela
Hey neighbor! POV: You’re leaving the bar late on a Friday night and you’re starving, wdyd? D.C. might not have the best late-night food scene, but it’s there if you know where to look. Viral food reviewer Big Schlim tells us the best spots to curb those late-night munchies.
What's CITY Talking About?
Howard to Gain Highest Research Status
Howard University is expected to become the only historically Black institution with R1 research status next year. The distinction would bring more financial resources for research benefitting historically underserved communities. [Washington Post 🔒]
DC Pizza Delivery Dilemma
This viral Reddit post has D.C. pizza lovers in a frenzy and looking for answers. Turns out, the bags on delivery scooters (17"x17") are too small to fit a large Andy's or Wise Guys pizza (18"x18") resulting in many poorly delivered pizzas. Luckily, Andy from Andy’s Pizza responded saying he’s on the job. (Reddit)
Tools Recovered from Massive Theft Scheme
Howard County police recovered 18,600 stolen tools from an enormous theft scheme dating back to January. The tools are said to be worth up to $5 million and will be auctioned off this Saturday. [WTOP]
Pint-Sized Snowmen Only
D.C. is expected to have a milder than usual winter, with only five to 10 inches of snow for the entire season. The below-average snowfall is because of a weak La Niña pattern this year. [WTOP]
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What To Do
Wednesday, Nov. 13
- 🎵 Tunes: James Vincent McMorrow | 8 p.m. | $30 | The Wharf
- 🎞️ Native American Film Series: “Once Upon A River” | 5:30 p.m. | Free | West End
- 🎸 Tunes: Lady Lamb | 6:30 p.m. | $25 | The Atlantis
Thursday, Nov. 14
- 🖼️ National Gallery Nights: To the District, with Love | 6 - 9 p.m. | Free (Reservations) | National Gallery of Art
- 📚 Zinemaking: Unfolding Poetry | 6 p.m. | Free | Mt. Pleasant
- ✍️ Poetry Workshop with Gabriela Orozco | 6 p.m. | $12 | Penn Quarter
- 🎵 Tunes: Tokyo Police Club | 8 p.m. | $35 | Shaw
- 🛍️ Dupont Circle Holiday Sip and Shop | 5 - 7 p.m. | Free | Dupont
Pascual Named One of Country's Best New Restaurants
Modern Mexican restaurant, Pascual, is one of Eater's 14 "Best New Restaurants in America in 2024!" The spot is a relative newcomer to D.C. but has already become immensely popular for its open-fire hearth cooking and seasonal fare.
Free · 5 days a week