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December 20, 2024 · 💌 Kaela
Hey, neighbor! Starting today, there are major station closures on the Blue, Orange, and Silver lines. Farragut West, McPherson Square, and Metro Center will be closed, followed by Federal Triangle, Smithsonian, and the lower level of L'Enfant later next week. All will reopen on Dec. 31.
What's CITY Talking About?
DC Culture Clashes Ahead of Inauguration
A manager at Beuchert’s Saloon in Capitol Hill was fired after saying she’d refuse to serve politicians she morally opposes. This is one of multiple cultural clashes ahead of the presidential inauguration next month, after a Georgia congressman said he wants to pave over Black Lives Matter Plaza. [City Cast DC 🎧]
- Related: A federal government shutdown is also looming. Here’s what will be closed and open around town if it happens. [City Cast DC]
School Fight Leaves Staff and Students Injured
Alexandria City High School canceled in-person classes for two days after multiple fights broke out on Tuesday, leaving students and staff injured. [WTOP]
New Cap One Underway
The city broke ground yesterday morning on the new Capital One Arena, following the approval of the Downtown Arena Revitalization Act earlier this week. Construction will take three years. Updates include a new facade, concession stand upgrades, and new VIP lounges. [Axios]
- Related: D.C. Council passed more than 10 bills on Tuesday, many of which will significantly change life in DC. [City Cast DC 🎧]
DC Judge Vacancies Extended
An attempt to confirm 10 judicial nominees for D.C.’s court system was blocked in Senate on Wednesday, ruining what’s likely the last chance to fill D.C.’s half empty bench before the deadline. Now, candidates must restart the lengthy confirmation process under a Republican Senate and White House. [ABC7]
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For over a century, from 1801 to 1932, the White House hosted the largest New Year’s celebration in D.C. At its peak, William H. Taft hosted one with how many people?
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What To Do
Friday, Dec. 20
- 🌚 Winter Solstice Concert | 7 p.m. | $10+ | Takoma Park
- 🪩 Tulum-Inspired House Music Party | 10 p.m. | $20 | The Wharf
- 🎵 “Annie Costia Beat Ya Feet” Go-Go Musical | 7 p.m. | $60+ | U Street Corridor
- 🧶 Holiday Craft Night: Arm Knitting | 6 p.m. | $35 | Takoma Park
Saturday, Dec. 21
- ⛷️ Winter Aprés-ski at Dog Daze | 3 - 8 p.m. | $30 | Logan Circle
- 🧼 Soap Making Workshop | 12 p.m. | Free | Anacostia Community Museum
- 🌚 Casey Trees Winter Solstice Gathering | 12 p.m. | Free | Fort Stanton
- 📚 Library Book Sale | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Free | Palisades
- 🕺No Scrubs 90s Holiday Dance Party | 9 p.m. | $22 | Shaw
- 🤘Lilith Fest: A Tribute to Lilith Fair | 7:30 p.m. | $20 | Shaw
- 🍺 DC Braulesque Show | 8 - 11 p.m. | $25+ | Woodridge
Sunday, Dec. 22
- 🖼️ Dupont Underground: Mosaico | 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. | $10 | Where
- 🍫 Embassy Row Holiday Chocolate Tour | 12 p.m. | $57 | Dupont
- 🚂 Movie Screening: “The Polar Express” | 2 p.m. | $6 | Barracks Row
- 🎞️ Film Screening: “Paris, Texas” | 2 p.m. | Free | National Gallery of Art
- 🕎 Celebrate Chanukah with Jews of Color | 5 p.m. | Free | Dupont
- 🎵 Kontrolled Khaos Christmas Party | 7 p.m. | $20 | The Wharf
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