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City to tweak CHASING FREEDOM Dupont ANC criticizes parking rates LED streetlight project in Chinatown Commission 2B () ■ Environment: Agency says voted unanimously to oppose the By MARK LIEBERMAN proposed streetlights because of Current Staff Writer opponents should be patient the potential negative effects of By CUNEYT DIL blue-colored LED lighting. Parking meter rates in China- Current Correspondent Commissioners voted on behalf town and will soon of concerned constituents like vary more widely based on A citywide effort to modernize Wayne Savage, who identified demand, as the D.C. Department more than 71,000 streetlights con- himself at the meeting as belong- of Transportation moves into the tinues to be divisive, as Dupont ing to a task force opposed to the second phase of its ongoing Circle neighborhood leaders this city’s proposal. Savage said he’s “dynamic pricing” pilot program month added their voices in oppo- not against LED lights on princi- downtown. sition. ple, but he’s wary of the possible Beginning last fall, drivers in Residents across the city have harmful effects of the proposed the two neighborhoods saw meter expressed periodic concern since lights’ color. rates fluctuate depending on loca- 2014 over the impacts of harsh The city is seeking a private- tion and time of day. Agency ana- LED streetlights on the eyes. On sector partner to undertake the lysts conducted a year-and-a-half- Feb. 8, Advisory Neighborhood See Lights/Page 3 long study of parking statistics in the area bounded by 3rd, 11th, E and H streets NW, adjusting prices up from the standard $2.30 per St. Thomas’ Parish project hour to $2.75 at high-demand times and places, and down to $2.00 in low-demand times and celebrates groundbreaking places. Starting this month, drivers in Susann Shin/The Current that area will see hourly rates Marcia E. Cole performed original poetry and monologues at ■ Development: Event faces adjusted to as low as $1.50 and as West End Interim Library last Thursday, sharing accounts protest from some neighbors high as $3.25, Soumya Dey, an from the Underground Railroad and highlighting how the associate director for the Depart- collaboration of black and white sympathizers led to the By ANDRIA MOORE ment of Transportation, said at the freedom of many slaves. Current Correspondent Feb. 13 meeting of Advisory See Meters/Page 11 A crowd of around 50 people gathered in their Sunday best this past weekend for the groundbreak- ing ceremony of St. Thomas’ Par- ish’s long-anticipated new church Legendary organic chef prepares to move on building — while a few protesters By MARK LIEBERMAN lined up in the minutes before the stood outside the fence, holding Current Staff Writer tractor trailer arrived, hopped out signs reading “Honor thy Neigh- to collect the beef, returned to bor” in opposition to the project. Susann Shin/The Current Nora Pouillon, a venerated their cars and sped away. “It was The historic Episcopal church The Rev. V. Gene Robinson, right, organic chef with some 40 years like a drug deal,” Pouillon said. at 18th and Church streets NW in and the Rev. Alex Dyer took part of experience in D.C.’s culinary This instance helped solidify Dupont Circle was destroyed in a in Sunday’s festivities. scene, recalls an odd moment her belief that organic food ought 1970 fire, leaving worshippers to early in her career that convinced not be a secret any longer — and it use their parish hall while the rest aspects of the neighborhood’s her she was going down the right later became a mainstay at her of the property served as a de facto quality of life. The Rev. V. Gene path. Dupont Circle eatery, Restaurant public park. Over the past decade, Robinson said, though, that St. Since she was a child, Pouillon Photo courtesy of Carol Joynt Nora. Now, at age 73, the George- the property was subject to intense Thomas’ was overdue to move out has sought organic foods even if it Carol Joynt, right, interviewed town resident is working to retire debate as church leaders sought to of the dilapidated, maintenance- meant paying more or enduring Nora Pouillon about her career. and sell her restaurant. At a “Q&A redevelop the space into a large intensive parish hall. greater difficulty. That wasn’t so Cafe” event in the George Town building that could accommodate “There was only so much we strange in Austria, where she spent But then, in the early 1970s, Club on Thursday, Pouillon a new sanctuary. could do,” said Robinson, who her childhood and early adult- Pouillon ordered organic beef appeared reflective on her impact Plans for a seven-story apart- officiated Sunday’s groundbreak- hood. But when she moved to the from a farm in Pennsylvania, and on the city’s food culture — and ment building that will include a ing ceremony. “We were taking U.S., she said, she was surprised was surprised to learn that she slightly restless about her post- new church space for St. Thomas’ money to repair the old building how little Americans seemed to would have to retrieve the delivery restaurant future. won city approval just over a year that could have been put aside to care about the additives and hor- on a side street near Chevy Chase has been ago, despite concerns from nearby invest in a new building.” mones in their store-bought food. Circle. Women in station wagons See Pouillon/Page 15 residents that the project threatens See Church/Page 3

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The CurrenT d f Wednesday, February 22, 2017 3 Promised sidewalk repairs The week ahead Thursday, Feb. 23 the program at 7:30 p.m.; the event will be held at DTR The D.C. Historic Preservation Review Board will meet Modern Galleries, 2820 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Reserva- follow years of complaints at 9 a.m. in Room 220 South, One , 441 tions are required due to limited space; to RSVP, contact 4th St. NW. Agenda items include consideration of a pro- [email protected]. By MARK LIEBERMAN posed subdivision to consolidate two lots and buildings at Current Staff Writer 1212 and 1214 28th St. NW in the Georgetown Historic Monday, Feb. 27 District, with plans for the site also calling for a two-story Mayor Muriel Bowser will host a Budget Engagement The D.C. Department of Trans- rear addition and some demolition; and alteration and new Forum in Ward 1 to solicit public input about the adminis- portation has pledged to take construction at 1341 14th St. NW in the 14th Street His- tration’s priorities and investments. The meeting will begin action on deteriorating streets and toric District. at 6:30 p.m. at the Columbia Heights Educational Cam- sidewalks in the West End, follow- ■ D.C. Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton will hold a “Town Hall pus, 3101 16th St. NW. To register, visit budgetforum3. ing years of neighborhood agita- on Protecting the Affordable Care Act” at 6 p.m. in the Old eventbrite.com. tion. Council Chamber, One Judiciary Square, 441 4th St. NW. Residents at the West End ■ Mayor Muriel Bowser will host a Budget Engagement Tuesday, Feb. 28 Place Condominiums, 1099 22nd Forum in Ward 3 to solicit public input about the adminis- The Foggy Bottom Association will hold its monthly St. NW, say the sidewalks outside tration’s priorities and investments. The meeting will begin meeting with guest speaker Azar Nafisi, a visiting profes- their building — last replaced Brian Kapur/The Current at 6:30 p.m. at Wilson High School, 3950 Chesapeake St. sor at the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced approximately 30 years ago — The city’s plan includes replacing NW. To register, visit budgetforum1.eventbrite.com. International Studies and author of “The Republic of Imagi- have increasingly been riddled the deteriorating brick sidewalk ■ The Ward 3-Wilson Feeder Education Network will meet nation,” “Things I’ve Been Silent About” and “Reading Loli- with patches of uneven pavement, in front of West End Place. at 6:45 p.m. at the Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 ta in Tehran.” The meeting will also feature a presentation holes and deteriorating surfaces in Wisconsin Ave. NW. The speaker will be Ward 3 D.C. by Jake Stroman, vice president of development for Boston recent years. Residents contend These concerns seem to have Council member Mary Cheh, with discussion focusing on Properties, on preliminary plans to develop 2100 Pennsyl- vania Ave. NW and Rice Hall for George Washington Uni- that these conditions pose chal- hit home for the Transportation overcrowding in Wilson feeder schools and possible Department, which has assigned solutions. versity. The meeting will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. in Suite lenges to seniors, people with dis- 200W, 2200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. its streets and bridge maintenance ■ The Citizens Association of Georgetown will hold a mem- abilities and children. Intermittent bership meeting on how to start or curate a home art col- ■ The Citizens Association will hold a mem- division to begin leveling the 22nd construction on 22nd Street lection. Panelists will include interior designer Tricia Hunt- bership meeting to consider resolutions regarding the pro- between K and L streets NW has Street sidewalk within the next ley of Huntley and Co., and art experts Amy Kuhnert of posed outdoor pool at Hearst Park. The meeting will begin had a similar effect on the adjacent three weeks, the agency’s Andrew Murphy Kuhnert Art Consulting and Samira Farmer of at 7 p.m. in the community room at the 2nd District Police roadway and parking lane, accord- Kaufmann told frustrated resi- Doyle Auction House. A reception at 7 p.m. will precede Headquarters, 3320 Idaho Ave. NW. ing to nearby residents. See Sidewalks/Page 4 CHURCH: Construction begins on Dupont project From Page 1 within 18 months. “I have very mixed emotions,” said Jim Mills, a In addition to overcoming financial constraints longtime member of St. Thomas’ who recalled the and objections from some neighbors, there was also lengthy journey toward a new sanctuary. “Many faces DC RESIDENTS - time and energy spent resolving internal disagree- flashed across my mind of people it would be wonder- ments among church members about the utilization ful to have with us at the opening of the new building.” and design of each floor in the new space. The four protesters at the ceremony served as a ARE YOU READY “We have a wonderful history,” said Barbara reminder of the bitter community battle. St. Thomas’ Hays, who has been a member of St. Thomas’ since senior warden Carol Conrad conceded that objections long before her children were born. “And we wanted remain about the plans. FOR THE 2017 to make sure that the people who have been in this “There are some people that live around this area fight with us feel enough a part of the process that that do not like the design of the new apartment they want to stay.” buildings,” Conrad said. “The new apartments will be TAX SEASON? The first floor of the new building will face 18th taller than the rest of the buildings in this area.” Street and will be the entrance to the chapel. The Sunday’s protesters left early in the ceremony and Viewing and paying your taxes has upper levels will consist of a sanctuary and meeting were unavailable for comment. rooms. Ruins from the old altar will be renovated and In attempts to reach compromise, the Rev. Alex never been simpler, faster, or safer. placed in front of the entryway “to remind us where Dyer, St. Thomas’ priest-in-charge, has attended meet- we came from,” Robinson said. ings with Advisory Neighborhood Commission 2B A chapel in the new church will be named for (Dupont Circle) for the past five months to get feed- Robinson, the first priest in an openly gay relation- back from both the community and church members. ship to be ordained an Episcopal bishop. “I’m excited of the potential for reconnecting back Although no official date has been set for con- to the community,” he said. “The other building was MyTax. DC. gov struction to begin, it is expected to be completed a hindrance. This building will be an asset.” LIGHTS: LED project faces ANC 2B opposition From Page 1 study from June 2016 that found LED lights save money and that 4000 Kelvin LED lights emit a “provide a better lighting solution” entire project and subsequent “blue light, which the human eye for the city, Miller-Gabriel said. maintenance of the streetlight sys- perceives as a harsh white color.” Some streetlights will be outfitted tem. In late January, officials held The report concludes that such with “smart city technologies,” an industry forum that drew 200 lights can cause glare and disrupt like public Wi-Fi and information representatives from lighting and sleep patterns. The association rec- kiosks. The lights can also be technology companies interested ommends newer LED lights that dimmed and brightened remotely. in the project. The procurement are available at 3000K or lower, Miller-Gabriel said the light process is around a year away which emit light that the eye sees color might vary by neighborhood, Safeguarding the Identity from completion, Seth Miller- as “slightly warmer in tone.” depending on a community’s Gabriel, director of the D.C. Office At the meeting, Miller-Gabriel needs. For instance, if a particular and Tax Dollars of the District’s of Public-Private Partnerships, disputed the study’s findings and block had a spike in crime, lights Residents and Government said at the Feb. 8 meeting. said the public will have more could be brightened to deter crimi- ANC 2B commissioners said opportunities to weigh in at com- nals. He asked ANC 2B to avoid they want the city to provide more munity meetings and D.C. Council jumping to conclusions. information on the impact of dif- hearings later. “We can give you “Please don’t pick one lighting ferent-colored LED lights during many other reports that say that the solution before we’ve actually Government of the District of Columbia [American Medical Association] found the whole breadth and depth Office of the Chief Financial Officer the procurement process. Critics of Office of Tax and Revenue (202) 727-4829 the project, including Savage, cite report didn’t really cover all the of all possible solutions out there,” 1101 4th Street, SW, Suite 270 West, Washington, DC 20024 an American Medical Association facts,” Miller-Gabriel said. Miller-Gabriel said. 4 Wednesday, February 22, 2017 d f The Current District Digest

good” on its commitment to and will offer full programming Takoma Conservancy, part of the DCRA aims to smooth improve relationships with cus- throughout construction, though successful efforts to stave off permitting process tomers. portions of its building will be demolition, was ultimately unable Email newsletter The D.C. Department of Con- unavailable to visitors. to purchase the building and cre- The Current offers a sumer and Regulatory Affairs has City invites proposals Consigli Construction Co., an ate an arts and education center weekly email newsletter. unveiled an initiative called “Safe award-winning firm that has there. Distributed each and Simple,” offering new servic- for solar installations restored and renovated other The goal of the current renova- Wednesday, it includes a es to improve the customer expe- The D.C. Department of Ener- notable museums such as the tion, according to Rock Creek listing of the stories you’ll rience for residents and business- gy & Environment has $13 mil- Renwick Gallery, is taking on the principal Gary Schlager, is to find in all of The Current’s es. lion available for two opportuni- work at the Phillips. The project “modernize the property and editions that day. To sign One new service is an online ties to increase solar capacity in is “carefully designed to preserve flood the interior with natural up for the email, contact scheduling tool to set up appoint- the city. and enhance” the historic charac- light, while restoring much of the currentnewspapers@gmail. ments with the agency’s permit- First, $8 million is available ter of the original 1897 building, exterior and enhancing the histor- com. ting and licensing centers, for the installation of four to eight according to the release. ic features of the property.” The designed to reduce wait times. megawatts of new solar capacity planned upgrades, designed by for multifamily homes, commer- Cunningham Quill Architects, The tool is available at dcra.dc. “D.C. Republicans will cham- cial buildings and non-residential Renovations kick off will include restoring the theater’s gov/onlineappt. Customers can pion small businesses and entre- surface spaces. The agency also marquee “Takoma” sign, adding also make appointments there at Takoma Theatre preneurship; advocate for safer has $5 million available to install The historic Takoma Theatre is and restoring windows, and with other District agency offices streets; support parental choice in two-and-a-half to five megawatts set to undergo renovation into a exposing original structural truss- within the Permit Center, includ- education; and oppose taxes, fees of solar capacity on low-income mixed-used building, according to es inside. ing the Office of Planning, the and regulations that stifle growth single-family homes, small busi- Rock Creek Property Group, the Rock Creek describes ideal Department of Transportation and in the District of Columbia,” nesses and owner-occupied non- firm undertaking the project at tenants as including “office, retail, the Fire and Emergency Medical Cunningham says in the release. profits. 6833 4th St. NW. arts, music, theater or food users Services Department, according In its Jan. 12 vote, the D.C. Eligible applicants for both Rock Creek plans to repurpose looking for unique loft space in a to a release. Republican Party also elected a opportunities are nonprofits, the 23,000-square-foot building restored and modernized historic The agency is also offering a number of other officers to its faith-based organizations, univer- as a “one-of-a-kind opportunity building.” The firm notes that the new online scheduling option for executive committee: Darlene sities and private enterprises, for office, retail and entertain- property is just two blocks from permit-based inspections, allow- Glymph (Ward 5), senior vice according to a release. Applica- ment uses,” including “unique Takoma Metro station. ing project managers and property chair; Phil Lepanto (Ward 4), vice tions are due by March 31. work spaces” for businesses, a owners to select a preferred date chair of political affairs; Jessie More information is available news release says. The firm is for required inspections without Jane Duff (Ward 2), vice chair of at tinyurl.com/dc-solarfunds. The currently seeking tenants, and D.C. GOP re-elects the need to call the agency. The membership; Maya Pickering agency will host a public infor- aims to open the building in sum- tool is available through the agen- chair for second term (Ward 3), treasurer; and Cassan- mation session for interested mer 2017. The D.C. Republican Party cy’s “Citizen Portal” at acaprod. dra Baker (Ward 6), secretary. applicants at 2 p.m. Feb. 28 on The project broke ground Feb. recently announced the re-elec- dcra.dc.gov/dcrapublicprod1. Cunningham also reappointed the fifth floor of 1200 1st St. NE. 8 after securing approvals from tion of José Cunningham as chair. A third new offering is a new Patrick Mara as the group’s exec- Participants may also call in at the city’s Historic Preservation Cunningham, the chief market- deck guide, designed to help utive director. homeowners and contractors 877-784-3995 and use the code Review Board last spring. Dating ing and business development obtain a deck permit in just one 3127831. back to the 1920s, the building is officer at the Nixon Peabody business day in most circum- one of hundreds of theaters firm, will serve his second con- Corrections stances. The guide, available at designed by architect Jacob Zink. secutive two-year term leading The Feb. 15 article “Agency dcra.dc.gov/deckguide, provides HVAC upgrade on tap Among his 200-plus projects the D.C. GOP, according to a adopts concept for boathouses” step-by-step instructions on pre- at Phillips Collection around the country, Zink created news release. Cunningham, who incorrectly states that the Wash- paring compliant applications to The Phillips Collection is plan- the Uptown in Cleveland Park lives between Dupont and Logan ington Canoe Club building has construct decks, with special ning a major project to improve and the Atlas Performing Arts circles, says in the release that been condemned. Portions of the attention to challenging issues the thermal performance of its Center on H Street NE. local Republicans saw their “most building are unoccupied due to like zoning requirements. 1600 21st St. NW building, bring- Before Rock Creek purchased successful election cycle in 12 safety concerns, but the club “We know that people want ing in a fully digitized tempera- the Takoma Theatre in 2015, the years” in 2016, increasing the remains active in the rest of the more predictability and shorter ture and humidity control system. building sat vacant for several number of advisory neighborhood building. wait times from DCRA, and these Pending necessary approvals, years. Community members commissioners who are Republi- The Current regrets the error. new services will provide both,” the work is set to begin at the end objected to various development cans and for the first time electing As a matter of policy, The Mayor Muriel Bowser says in the of May and last through January proposals from the property’s pre- a Republican as an at-large mem- Current corrects all errors of sub- release. She says the initiative 2018, according to a news release. vious owner Milton McGinty, ber of the D.C. State Board of stance. To report an error, call the shows the agency is “making The art museum will remain open who died in 2013. The nonprofit Education. managing editor at 202-567-2011.

The Current Delivered weekly to homes and SIDEWALKS: Agency promises fixes to longtime West End complaint businesses in Northwest Washington From Page 3 unawares and even injured as a result of the Publisher & Editor Davis Kennedy crumbling sidewalks over the years, and they President & COO David Ferrara dents at last Wednesday’s meeting of Advisory anticipate the problem only getting worse if Managing Editor Chris Kain Neighborhood Commission 2A (Foggy Bot- repair efforts are delayed. In an email after the Assistant Managing Editor Brady Holt tom, West End). meeting, West End Place property manager Dir. of Adv. Production George Steinbraker A full sidewalk replacement is also in the Chris Labas said he has heard from several Dir. of Corporate Dev. Richa Marwah works, though it will require eliminating the Department of Transportation officials, includ- Advertising Standards brick sidewalks and replacing them with more ing director Leif Dormsjo, in the last few days, Advertising published in is accepted on the premise that the merchandise and ser- traditional concrete because the agency no lon- giving him hope that the problems will finally vices as offered are accurately described and are available to customers at the advertised price. Advertising that does ger uses the existing brick material, Kaufmann be resolved. not conform to these standards, or that is deceptive or said. Once the materials are ready, implemen- Residents at the meeting thanked Kaufmann misleading, is never knowingly accepted. If any Current Newspapers reader encounters non-compliance with tation on that project will take one to two for taking action, but some also said his prom- these standards, we ask that you inform us. weeks, agency spokesperson Terry Owens told ises aren’t urgent enough, given the degree of All advertising and editorial matter is fully protected and may not be reproduced in any manner without permis- The Current. Repairing potholes on the street daily vehicle and foot traffic on the block. sion from the publisher. will also happen soon, Owens said, though he “Hopefully, there’s a light at the end of the tun- Brian Kapur/The Current Telephone: 202-244-7223 didn’t provide an exact timeline. nel,” one resident said. Residents say the sidewalk and street in E-mail Address The Transportation Department was alerted Another resident said he has sent numerous front of West End Place Condominiums have [email protected] to issues on the block by the office of Ward 2 311 requests for the city to address particular been increasingly dangerous in recent years. Street Address D.C. Council member Jack Evans, which has aspects of the sidewalk but has heard no 5185 MacArthur Blvd. NW, Suite 102 Mailing Address recently partnered with neighbors and ANC response on any of them. Kaufmann said out the brick material of its semicircular drive- Post Office Box 40400 2A’s Florence Harmon in an attempt to resolve Dormsjo holds staffers like him accountable way, which it currently shares with the adjacent Washington, D.C. 20016-0400 long-standing neglect of the block’s public for unfulfilled 311 requests, and encouraged sidewalk. The cost and timeline for such an space. neighbors to keep sending them. effort would be determined once the Transpor- Residents at last Wednesday’s meeting said Sidewalk replacement could also prompt tation Department provides details on the side- numerous neighbors have been caught the West End Place Condominiums to change walk replacement, Labas told The Current. 5

The Current Wednesday, February 22, 2017 5 Spotlight on Schools Annunciation Catholic when it was struck by lightning grounds in all — two on each place out of about 50 students in School School DISPATCHES so now paper clips stick to it. side of the school. The play- the Scripps Spelling Bee for D.C. Seventh grade at Annunciation Then we went to the museum’s grounds closest to where the old independent schools and moving Catholic School has a diverse curricular activities, the academic classroom and once again one used to be are blue and green. on to the D.C. regionals. We also itinerary, especially in our lan- events did not cease. On Thurs- explored shells. In small groups, The blue one has a lot of curves heard about the art that all stu- guage arts/literature class. In my day, students headed into school, we saw and touched many kinds and a basket swing, plus a spider dents were creating to go to the opinion, language arts is the less not for classes but for Learning of shells. By now, we were web that curves and connects to school auction. challenging of the two topics Review Conferences. During experts! We learned that the the other side of the blue play- Fourth-graders shared about because it consists of vocabulary these conferences, pupils are sound of the ocean in the big ground. On the other side is a their jazz unit and a special guest and grammar. In vocabulary, we encouraged to join and actively shells was not water but air com- bridge that leads to a slide. who recently visited. After that, have just finished our third set of participate in the conversations to ing in and going out of the shell. The other playground across the third grade led us in a song, words and have learned about 60 take ownership of their academic — Raphaelle Guyon, Otem from the blue one is green and “Seven Feet of Snow,” to help us words from the start of the second progress and achievement. McGregor and Margaret gray. The playground has two get away from an Australian win- quarter. In grammar, we are learn- Once the conferences were Poole, first-graders green slides about the same size. ter. Student Council announced ing about verb tense and voice. completed, students breathed a It also has two small rock-climb- our upcoming Spirit Week Although it may seem boring, sigh of relief as the half-term Holy Trinity School ing walls and stepping stones that themes. We then got an update class is very fun, especially with break was upon them (a one-week Holy Trinity is raising aware- move when you walk on them. about coin boxes we donated to our work in social justice in the vacation that occurs every six ness and money for refugees. On Also, it has a tall structure that the school, which will then be literature part of the class. We are weeks; a structure very common Feb. 6, we walked in honor of the has four rings with a hole in each donated to disaster relief funds. currently reading “I Am Malala” in Britain). Teachers look forward refugee family that Holy Trinity to climb through. Finally, two We learned about a Moment of and learning more about the to seeing students refreshed after is supporting from Syria. We rope ladders lead up to the top Ethical Character that involved world and social justice. Malala their break and ready to dive back walked from Holy Trinity Church and a bridge connects the two first-graders respectfully quieting was an activist who would protest into their studies. to the statue on Healy Circle on parts of the playground. down while the upper division for women’s rights to education — Ava Lundell, Year 11 the Georgetown University cam- The two playgrounds on the was doing ERB standardized test- in Pakistan. To take it a step fur- (10th-grader) pus. During the walk, we sang other side are intended for the ing. We sang a fun song about the ther, we were told to choose a songs like “Let There Be Peace younger students. Their colors are NPS Core Values, highlighting social justice topic and make a Eaton Elementary School On Earth” and “God Bless Amer- orange and green. One has a slide the Core Value of the Month: blog about our topic. My favorite Ms. Backert’s first grade class ica.” While we were walking, we that is like a conveyer belt and a responsibility. Then, we celebrat- part of the social justice unit was sorted shells by size, pattern, held posters that said “All Are regular slide. The other play- ed the birthday of the upper divi- making the blog posts so far. color and shape. One afternoon Welcome” and “Somos Una ground has a two-person seesaw, sion director, Mr. Ketchum. Since it’s February (Black His- Ms. Koerner and Ms. Langholtz, Familia,” which means in Spanish spinning chairs and another slide. What a fun way to celebrate tory Month) we are doing a play Eaton’s enrichment coordinators, “We Are One Family.” Students got to try out the new all the great stuff happening at to commemorate it. Overall, liter- taught a lesson on rocks. This The fourth grade is also doing playgrounds just a few times due National Presbyterian School! ature/language arts is a fun, but time, we sorted rocks by shape, a coffee cart to make money for to some cold weather, so we’ll — Nate Seidenstein, fifth-grader serious class. color and texture. We had to the refugee family. We are selling have to wait to find out how kids — Felemon Abebu, seventh-grader describe different rocks using coffee and pastries to the teachers are enjoying them. Our Lady of Victory School “sparkle” words also known as and staff members in the morn- — Finn Boyle, fifth-grader During Catholic Schools British International School adjectives. Some sparkle words ing. So far we have made $337! I Week, our middle school went on of Washington we came up with were shiny, feel pleased that we are learning National Presbyterian a field trip to the National Muse- The auditorium at the British pointy, round, pink, smooth, about refugees and their families School um of Natural History. We saw International School of Washing- bumpy and rough. Each table and that we are helping them. Our monthly all-school assem- and learned so much! ton was recently transformed into group got a rock in a paper bag — Diana Reyes, fourth-grader bly took place on Feb. 14. We In groups, we went to different a wild African plain as students and needed to keep it a secret. started the assembly with an exhibits around the museum, like from Year 7 to Year 10 prepared Each group touched and Lafayette Elementary opening prayer shared by the the Butterfly Pavilion where we to perform their rendition of the described their rock and the rest School head of school, Mr. Lester, fol- saw many kinds of butterflies and musical “The Lion King.” The of the class had to guess the rock After many months of waiting, lowed by the Pledge of Alle- got to hold caterpillars. Some but- school’s actors, actresses and out of a line-up of rocks based on the playgrounds at our newly ren- giance and national anthem. We terflies even landed on people! musicians showcased their talents the descriptions. It was fun. ovated school have been complet- then honored Robert Foster, a We also visited the gems and to teachers, students and parents Next, we went on a field trip ed. There are four new play- fifth-grader, for achieving 1st See Dispatches/Page 26 who watched with wonder at the to the Natural History Museum. production unfolding before their We visited the Gems and Miner- eyes. In a few short months, the als Gallery and saw the Hope pupils from Year 10 to Year 13 Diamond. We also saw a rock that will also astound in their perfor- looked like a butterfly wing; a mance “Little Shop of Horrors.” really tall golden shaped rock; In the midst of creative extra- and a rock that turned magnetic

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Of course, the D.C. urrent T There is no busier time than now, with awards would be prominently publicized in Utah C the annual agency performance oversight hearings so Chaffetz’s constituents know how he is spend- Davis Kennedy/Publisher & Editor underway. They are followed quickly by the bud- ing his time in Washington. Chris Kain/Managing Editor get hearings for the coming year. “Really it’s all about framing,” Schaffer told us If you want to add your two cents, review the in an email. “Over the years, the jobs overseeing schedules and how to get on the witness list. DC have often gone to these back-bench medioc- The oversight hearings — which are happening rities from far-right constituencies, and when vot- now — can be found at ers back home hear Protecting local authority dccouncil.us/calendar. that their congressman As we have long argued, it goes against Republicans’ purported prin- The budget hearings TOM SHERWOOD’S has been beating up on ciples when conservatives in Congress seek to overturn local laws in the start after Mayor Muri- liberal diverse big-city District. The GOP is a firm believer in minimizing federal interference, el Bowser submits her types, it might actually except, it seems, when Congress meddles with D.C. so members can 2017-18 budget pro- NOTEBOOK help the congressman score political points with their constituents thousands of miles away. posal on March 24, win their affection. But We’re heartened that at least one key Republican recently eschewed with various committees holding their reviews if you … let the constituents know that their guy his party’s practice: California Rep. Darrell Issa, who broke with fellow between April 6 and April 28. Final adoption of is wasting time playing mayor of Washington Republicans on the House Committee on Oversight and Government the budget is due May 31. when he could have been working for his district, Reform last week in refusing to derail the District’s Death with Dignity The oversight and budget hearings are the it’s not so appealing, is it?” Act. His vote was cast not because he supports medically assisted suicide deepest dive into how an agency functions. But be For sure, being passive is not a very effective — but, as it should be, because he accepts the principle of self-gover- warned. Every department head responds to ques- strategy. It’s also a chance for the Notebook to nance in D.C. tions in elaborate bureaucratese that is daunting repeat that the District needs its own political “It is not for us to make a decision as to a law that we like or dislike. even for veterans of legislative business. Problems action committee, one made up of business, labor, It’s a question of whether or not the District of Columbia has exceeded are opportunities. Failures are unexpected short- individuals and private groups. It could be an its home rule mandate,” Rep. Issa said, according to The Washington comings. Successes are heralded in tones that effective way to lobby for not only the District, Post. “And on that, I come up short of finding so.” might be sung by a Hallelujah choir. but the Metro system and other regional needs. The committee still voted to overturn the D.C. law. But D.C. Del. Even if you can’t make the hearings, the D.C. Beverly Perry, the former Pepco president in Eleanor Holmes Norton and local advocates helped run down Congress’ Council website will soon enough have the offi- D.C., is a special assistant to Mayor Bowser. Perry 30-day review period for D.C. law. Without a vote of opposition from cial written testimony as well as video of the is using her connections to identify friends on the the full House or Senate, it went into effect on Saturday — granting ter- hearings. Be a good citizen. Join in. Hill and in the Trump administration. That’s good, minally ill residents greater rights for handling the end of their lives. ■ Citizenship Award goes to ... There’s lots of but the city seems to need an all-out effort. Other- The fight isn’t over, as Congress can also attempt to block the District grumbling that Utah Republican Jason Chaffetz is wise, one-off demonstrations like last week will from implementing the bill as part of the city’s budget review. We hope spending so much time on purely local District of sound more hollow with each passing day. D.C. funds can be quickly reprogrammed during this fiscal year to begin Columbia issues. The chair of the House Over- ■ School daze. WAMU’s Martin Austermuhle has implementation in hopes that future interference will come too late. sight and Government Reform Committee failed summarized well the crash-and-burn visit of Edu- And moving forward, we hope that more Republicans accept Rep. in his attempt to disapprove the city’s new “Death cation Secretary Betsy DeVos to Jefferson Acade- Issa’s unassailable reasoning and let the District’s local elected officials with Dignity” law. But Hill sources say he and my in Southwest. She seemed to be polite and decide on local laws for themselves. other Republicans simply will try to kill the mea- impressed visiting the school, but trashed the teach- sure by amending the annual appropriations bill. ers in another forum as being in “receive mode” The Republicans may also attack the city’s gun and “waiting to be told what they have to do.” control and other laws this way, despite the 1973 Former D.C. Schools Chancellor Kaya Hender- Swift action home rule legislation designed to get Congress son weighed in against DeVos’ remarks, saying, The government’s process of righting wrongs can sometimes be slow. out of the day-to-day affairs of the District. “Sorry, lady… .” Henderson wasn’t buying it. Even when a solution seems obvious, studies and hearings and reviews Now comes Washingtonian magazine editor And neither was the school, which touted its can sometimes bog down a process in which speed is of the essence. Michael Schaffer with a new idea. teachers’ achievements in a series of tweets. We’d therefore like to applaud the D.C. Council — in particular Ward Rather than just complaining about Chaffetz’s Read the WAMU account at tinyurl.com/ 4 member Brandon Todd — for moving quickly in response to a heart- intrusion into local matters, Schaffer suggested in wamu-devos. breaking case of animal neglect in Petworth. Last month, neighbors a tweet that the District “reward” Chaffetz with Tom Sherwood, a Southwest resident, is a politi- alerted Mr. Todd to a pit bull who was left shivering during the season’s official proclamations for spending so much time cal reporter for News 4. worst cold snap. Her doghouse had limited protection from wind and snow, her water dish had frozen solid, and there was evidence she wasn’t being fed. LETTERS TO as a community, need a voice at elected officials — especially Neighbors of the home in the 1300 block of Randolph Street NW had the design table.” Neighbors Ward 3 D.C. Council member previously sounded the alarm about similar incidents there to little avail. THE EDITOR and Friends seem to agree the Mary Cheh — and government Enforcement efforts were reportedly hampered by vague wording in community has no voice. do the same. Rather than move D.C. law. But this time, we saw a confluence of Council member Todd’s Hearst community It’s notable what brought us headstrong on a project that may constituent service instincts — he previously handled such requests for to this point. The essence of the not meet the ward’s interests, Muriel Bowser when she held his council seat — with his ability to deserves more input problem is that the District’s officials should press not just introduce legislation. According to the Petworth News blog, Mr. Todd The Cleveland Park Citizens 2016 budget specified that a “pause” but rather “reset.” Reset began drafting the Extreme Weather Protection for Animals Act of 2017 Association’s Feb. 2 meeting previously recommended out- and regain control of a misguid- within hours of learning about Momma, the Randolph Street pit bull, promised to be animated door pool in Ward 3 was to be ed budgetary process. from those neighbors. between residents favoring the at Hearst Park — a determina- The reset should not rely The rest of the council also acted quickly on the emergency legisla- inclusion of a Hearst Park pool tion that came with no commu- upon the Department of General tion, dubbed Momma’s Law, and Mayor Muriel Bowser signed it yester- (Friends of Hearst Pool) set nity input. Since then, the com- Services and the Department of day. The law — which, as an emergency measure, will be in effect for 90 against those who oppose a pool munity has struggled to find Parks and Recreation to correct days — clarifies the circumstances in which the District’s existing ani- (Neighbors for Hearst Park). ways to shape the project. the shortcomings that got us to mal cruelty laws can kick in, providing for fines and possible jail time Those hoping to hear fractious Regrettably, District officials where we are today. These for violators. Now, it’s explicitly illegal to keep a pet outside for more debate were severely disap- fail to recognize the root cause agencies are simply implement- than 15 minutes during a D.C. Cold Emergency Alert, or when tempera- pointed, with both groups rais- for community dissatisfaction. ing direction set in motion tures fall or are predicted to fall to below 15 degrees Fahrenheit includ- ing somewhat similar issues. So how did these agencies through a faulty process. Nor ing wind chill (or 20 degrees during sustained precipitation or other city- Neighbors for Hearst Park outrun the community’s head- should the burden lay upon designated weather hazards). provided a deep dive into the lights? It would appear that the ward residents to walk-back With spring-like weather forecast for the rest of this winter, such con- Department of General Services District budgeting process is inexplicable budgeting actions. ditions may end up being months away. But if we do have a resurgence and the Department of Parks disconnected from the commu- A reset must rely upon action by of wintry weather, Momma and other animals like her will appreciate the and Recreation shortcomings in nity’s interest, with a key ques- our elected officials. council’s efforts to adopt this reform without delay. We’d like to praise addressing proposed Hearst tion still unanswered: How did Press “reset” and implement the residents who brought attention to Momma, and the mayor and coun- Park improvements. But it was the 2016 budget end up desig- a budgetary process that will cil for quickly tackling the underlying issue. the Friends of Hearst Pool that nating a pool as part of the include Ward 3 citizens without It’s important, though, that the council now go through the usual leg- perhaps best summarized the Hearst Park improvement plan? pitting Neighbors against islative process to enact a permanent bill — including a public hearing community’s emotions and frus- The citizens association is to Friends. with a chance for testimony about any necessary changes — so that trations: “Something is going to be commended for providing a Bill Matzelevich Momma’s Law will be in effect whenever cold weather returns. happen at Hearst Park, and we, community forum. It’s time our 7 Op-Ed

The Current Wednesday, February 22, 2017 7 D.C. needs to get school accountability right the education research community that growth mea- VIEWPOINT sures are generally more appropriate than proficiency RUTH WATTENBERG measures for evaluating school performance.” This is no wonky detail: In D.C., a low-rated emember “No Child Left Behind”? That was school faces enrollment declines, which lead to the federal education law that rated schools reduced school budgets, weaker programs and fur- R solely on end-of-year reading and math test ther enrollment declines — a death spiral. Why, scores. The law focused schools on academic given the flexibility to do otherwise, would we achievement, highlighted previously ignored judge schools in a way that leading experts reject — achievement gaps based on race and income, and and that could wound effective schools? propelled initiatives to close these gaps. Third, the proposal calls for aggregating mathe- But with its reliance on reading and math scores, matically and theoretically complex measures into a the law had unintended, damaging consequences: single rating of one to five stars, making it difficult j3373921;<9B4 over-testing, narrowing the curriculum and school for parents to know what’s behind the scores. Is this h ÊÈÉ&MMÉcLTNb goals, and failing to recognize high-poverty schools a four-star school because kids learn a lot — or whose students were making strong progress. Plus, because they started the year with high scores? Are 3Ê#+& É"+ $%3ÇÇ$1ÊÈ  its strict focus on test scores discouraged schools these two stars because students learned little — or h%ÊÊ&Æ$1 É% É$4É$  from ensuring the rich curriculum and healthy because they began way behind? hÉ%½3ÇÇ$ÉÊÈ+ K school climate that research tells us improve student The plan must be fixed. How? achievement. First, let’s go beyond reading and math and add a 1++$$8+$É$ÉÊÈ1++È&8É &$ + £MQ The result was a national backlash and a new law measure of academic well-roundedness. Do all kids gÉ:É %ÊÇ-"ÉÉK — the Every Student Succeeds Act, enacted 14 get adequate exposure to science, social studies, -Ê-  ÉÊDÉ" Ê -Ê-  ÉÊBÉ$$ K months ago by a bipartisan vote of Congress — that arts? Does the school offer dual language immersion requires states to create new rating plans, and gives or an International Baccalaureate program? By them more flexibility over how to do it. counting these in our rating system, we can signal The D.C. Office of the State Superintendent of schools that these efforts matter. Education released its rating proposal on Jan. 31. Second, let’s replace the one-to-five-star system Alas, the proposal — which is open for public com- with an easy-to-read “dashboard” that clearly and LbLcPSRcD-:hZSLRR[ ment through March 3 at osse.dc.gov/essa — takes separately reports school scores on proficiency, LLbb:ÊÊ$&"ÉÊÉ-"Ê 9j ÆÊjÉ$ ÊÇ+ÊB ÉLLÊÈh  too little advantage of the new flexibility and keeps growth, well-roundedness and other indicators — a much of what was wrong with No Child Left great idea proposed by participants at a recent com- Behind. munity meeting. This would empower families to ;(?,:¶(**6<5;05.¶7(@9633¶*65:<3;05. A few critical issues: use the rating to focus on the factors of greatest First, way too much of the rating (80 percent at importance to them. elementary/middle school; roughly 50 percent at But if the current rubric is retained, the weight on high school) is based on reading and math scores. No reading and math scores must be reduced to between science. No social studies. No arts, physical educa- 60 and 65 percent, and growth and proficiency must tion, citizenship, foreign language. School climate — be calibrated to ensure that effective schools aren’t a school environment that is welcoming, challenging, given misleadingly low ratings. stimulating and safe — is unmeasured except by the Either way, a commitment must be made to rough proxies of attendance and re-enrollment. include in the future a valid measure of school cli- Second, too much weight is based on the propor- mate based on sound, research-based surveys. (The tion of students whose end-of-year test scores are proposal offers a welcome start by adding schools to proficient — not on how much students actually a climate-survey pilot.) learned, known as growth. (In elementary/middle Unchanged, the proposed ratings won’t fix what’s schools, just half of the test score weight is based on wrong with the old system. But, with these com- growth; at high school, none is.) This relic of the No mon-sense fixes, we can start to remedy the unin- Child Left Behind era means that in schools where tended consequences of No Child Left Behind, students enter far behind (read: high-poverty), even while making academic achievement job No. 1. if students progress greatly but miss the proficiency Then, we can work diligently next year to make fur- @6<*6<3+),/,9,0-@6<6<;:6<9*,+ threshold by a hair, the school could get a low rating. ther improvements for implementation in school @6<9(**6<5;05.5,,+: As Michael Hanson, director of Brookings’ Brown year 2018-19. Center on Education, wrote about these two ways to Ruth Wattenberg is the Ward 3 member of the :(=, HUK:WLUKSLZZ;PTL judge school quality, “there is growing consensus in D.C. State Board of Education. 4HUHNPUN[OL)HJR6MÄJL

responsiveness to constituents in an exhilarating experience as I >L^PSSWYV]PKL! LETTERS TO a timely, informative and appeal- have seen how eager people are to ‹(JJV\U[Z7H`HISL‹(JJV\U[Z9LJLP]HISL‹7H`YVSS THE EDITOR ing manner; and innovation in talk and to share views and ideas. ‹)\KNL[Z‹7YVQLJ[PVUZ‹*-6M\UJ[PVUZ successfully taking advantage of I will be a spirited advocate ‹*VU[YVSSLYM\UJ[PVUZ‹)\ZPULZZ*VUZ\S[PUN collaborative communication for our neighborhood as together ‹;H_7YLWHYH[PVUHUK-PSPUN‹;H_7SHUUPUNHUK:[YH[LN` ANC needs vigilant tools. And I want our community we become an even stronger and new representative to continue to be an inspiration more engaged and empowered :(9,,5(5+(::6*0(;,: I have lived or worked in for tolerance and inclusion as we community. I hope you will vote Washington, D.C., my entire adult support D.C.’s right of self-deter- in the special election on Feb. 27. (-<33:,9=0*,*7(-094 life (my wife and I have lived on mination in all aspects of its gov- I know the logistics are less than Chevy Chase Parkway since ernance without interference from ideal, as voting is only open from >,(9,:4(33)<:05,::,?7,9;: 2003). My roots are deep, as are Congress. 7 to 7:45 p.m. at the Chevy Chase my convictions about public and I have already spoken with Community Center, so I truly do  ¶ community service and helping to over 150 neighbors as I have appreciate the effort you will be ¶ develop effective solutions. knocked on doors, met people at taking to participate in this civic PUMV'ZHYLLU[H_JVT If elected to fill the vacancy in the Saturday farmers market, exercise. single-member district ANC chatted with people as they You can learn more about me 6\Y^LIZP[L! 3/4G05, I can promise vigilance walked their dogs, and visited at jerrymalitz.com. ^^^ZHYLLU[H_JVT in providing representation that is with others over refreshments at Jerry Malitz fully transparent and accountable; local establishments. It has been Candidate, ANC 3/4G05 6\YNVHSH[:HYLLUHUK(ZZVJPH[LZPZ[VILHOPNOS`]HS\LKWYLTPLY I\ZPULZZYLZV\YJL[VZTHSSHUKTPKZPaLI\ZPULZZLZPU[OLHYLHZVM LETTERS TO THE EDITOR [H_HJJV\U[PUNWH`YVSSHUKI\ZPULZZJVUZ\S[PUN The Current publishes letters and Viewpoint submissions representing various points of view. Because of space limitations, letters should be no more than 400 words and are subject to editing. Letters and Viewpoint submissions :7,*0(36--,9! 6--65(5@-09:;;04,)<:05,:: intended for publication may be sent to [email protected]. The mailing address is Letters to the 6905+0=0+<(3;(?9,;<95>0;/;/0:(+ Editor, The Current, Post Office Box 40400, Washington, D.C. 20016-0400. :(9,,5(5+(::6*0(;,: 8 Police

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This is a listing of incidents ■ 3700-3799 block, S St.; 8:42 p.m. Feb. 14. 6:57 p.m. Feb. 14. 6:09 p.m. Feb. 16. 7:17 a.m. Feb. 13. reported to the Metropolitan a.m. Feb. 15. ■ 2200-2299 block, I St.; 10:29 ■ 1300-1699 block, Connecticut ■ 1847-1999 block, Calvert St.; Police Department from Feb. 13 ■ 3800-3899 block, T St.; 9:58 a.m. Feb. 15. Ave.; 7:02 p.m. Feb. 15. Theft from auto 12:45 p.m. Feb. 17. through 19 in local police service a.m. Feb. 15. ■ 900-999 block, 17th St.; 2:27 ■ 1500-1523 block, 15th St.; ■ 1400-1425 block, R St.; 8:06 ■ 1823-1827 block, Harvard St.; areas, sorted by their report ■ 3100-3199 block, Q St.; 3:51 a.m. Feb. 16. 11:16 a.m. Feb. 17. p.m. Feb. 13. 11:14 a.m. Feb. 18. dates. p.m. Feb. 15. ■ 2100-2199 block, L St.; 11:15 ■ 1300-1399 block, 14th St.; ■ 1600-1619 block, 16th St.; ■ 3100-3199 block, South St.; a.m. Feb. 16. 8:19 p.m. Feb. 17. 9:32 a.m. Feb. 14. 4:30 p.m. Feb. 16. ■ 2300-2399 block, H St.; 12:41 ■ 1800-1899 block, M St.; 3:55 ■ 1700-1799 block, 15th St.; PSAPSA 307 307 ■ LOGAN CIRCLE PSA 205 ■ 3100-3199 block, Q St.; 6:14 p.m. Feb. 16. a.m. Feb. 18. 5:04 p.m. Feb. 14. ■ PALISADES / SPRING VALLEY PSAWESLEY 205 HEIGHTS / FOXHALL p.m. Feb. 17. ■ 2400-2499 block, M St.; 2:06 ■ 1300-1399 block, 14th St.; ■ 1400-1499 block, T St.; 6:11 Sexual abuse p.m. Feb. 18. 6:04 p.m. Feb. 18. p.m. Feb. 14. ■ Unit block, Thomas Circle; 3:11 Theft ■ 1400-1499 block, M St.; 9:38 ■ 1500-1599 block, R St.; 5:02 p.m. Feb. 17. ■ 3200-3299 block, New Mexico PSAPSA 207 207 p.m. Feb. 18. Theft from auto a.m. Feb. 17. ■ FOGGY BOTTOM / WEST END Ave.; 10:57 a.m. Feb. 13. ■ Unit block, ■ 1700-1799 block, N St.; 4:18 Assault with a dangerous weapon Robbery Circle SW; 12:31 a.m. Feb. 19. p.m. Feb. 13. ■ 900-937 block, Rhode Island ■ 1400-1499 block, I St.; 12:59 ■ 2154-2299 block, Wyoming PSAPSA 303 303 Ave.; 3:47 p.m. Feb. 17. ■ PSAPSA 206 206 p.m. Feb. 13. Theft from auto Ave.; 9:33 a.m. Feb. 14. ■ GEORGETOWN / ■ 1700-1799 block, G St.; 1:47 ■ 1800-1899 block, K St.; 11:20 ■ 1900-1999 block, Sunderland Robbery Theft Robbery p.m. Feb. 16. a.m. Feb. 13. Place; 8:44 p.m. Feb. 14. ■ 1630-1699 block, Euclid St.; ■ 1517-1599 block, 14th St.; ■ 1200-1237 block, Wisconsin ■ 1000-1099 block, 16th St.; ■ 2100-2199 block, N St.; 7:39 1:14 a.m. Feb. 19. 9:02 a.m. Feb. 14. Ave.; 2:35 p.m. Feb. 13. Burglary 2:14 a.m. Feb. 16. p.m. Feb. 15. ■ 900-926 block, O St.; 9:14 ■ 924-999 block, 26th St.; 3 ■ 2300-2399 block, N St.; 6:26 ■ 1400-1499 block, Q St.; 6:16 Theft a.m. Feb. 14. Motor vehicle theft p.m. Feb. 16. p.m. Feb. 16. a.m. Feb. 18. ■ 2300-2399 block, 18th St.; ■ 1300-1499 block, ■ 2700-2799 block, N St.; 8:16 ■ 1600-1622 block, 19th St.; 9:52 a.m. Feb. 13. Massachusetts Ave.; 3:40 p.m. a.m. Feb. 14. Motor vehicle theft 4:34 p.m. Feb. 18. ■ 2300-2399 block, 18th St.; Feb. 16. ■ 1700-1799 block, I St.; 4:07 PSA 208 ■ 1700-1799 block, Q St.; 6:41 8:25 a.m. Feb. 14. Theft a.m. Feb. 18. PSA■ SHERIDAN-KALORAMA 208 p.m. Feb. 18. ■ 2500-2589 block, 17th St.; Theft from auto DUPONT CIRCLE ■ 3800-3899 block, T St.; 7:25 7:22 a.m. Feb. 15. ■ 1200-1299 block, 9th St.; a.m. Feb. 14. Theft Sexual abuse ■ 1811-1899 block, Connecticut 9:30 a.m. Feb. 13. ■ 3000-3049 block, M St.; ■ 1700-1799 block, I St.; 3:47 ■ 1309-1399 block, 19th St.; PSAPSA 301 301 Ave.; 5:03 p.m. Feb. 15. ■ 1300-1399 block, 9th St.; ■ DUPONT CIRCLE 10:53 a.m. Feb. 14. a.m. Feb. 13. 3:03 a.m. Feb. 17. ■ 1800-1824 block, Calvert St.; 8:32 p.m. Feb. 13. ■ 1048-1099 block, Wisconsin ■ 1000-1099 block, Connecticut Burglary 5:58 p.m. Feb. 16. ■ 1600-1617 block, 14th St.; Ave.; 9:35 p.m. Feb. 14. Ave.; 7:24 p.m. Feb. 13. Theft ■ 2000-2099 block, 15th St.; ■ 2300-2399 block, 18th St.; 8:47 p.m. Feb. 14. ■ 2800-2899 block, M St.; 9:54 ■ 1100-1129 block, Connecticut ■ 1700-1799 block, 10:45 a.m. Feb. 17. 10:21 p.m. Feb. 16. ■ 1100-1127 block, 13th St.; p.m. Feb. 16. Ave.; 10:09 a.m. Feb. 14. Massachusetts Ave.; 11:09 a.m. ■ 2400-2499 block, 18th St.; 1:52 p.m. Feb. 15. ■ 1020-1199 block, 33rd St.; ■ 2100-2199 block, Feb. 13. Theft 4:54 a.m. Feb. 18. ■ 900-999 block, Q St.; 11:33 5:49 p.m. Feb. 18. Pennsylvania Ave.; 11:55 a.m. ■ 2000-2099 block, Hillyer ■ 1600-1699 block, U St.; 12:03 ■ 1900-1902 block, Wyoming p.m. Feb. 15. ■ 1851-2008 block, Wisconsin Feb. 14. Place; 5:44 p.m. Feb. 13. a.m. Feb. 16. Ave.; 4:37 a.m. Feb. 19. ■ 1100-1127 block, 13th St.; Ave.; 1:39 a.m. Feb. 19. ■ 1130-1199 block, Connecticut ■ 1300-1318 block, 19th St.; ■ 1700-1723 block, 17th St.; 4:30 p.m. Feb. 17. Ave.; 12:34 p.m. Feb. 14. 6:14 p.m. Feb. 13. 10:37 a.m. Feb. 16. Theft from auto ■ 1200-1299 block, S St.; 1:27 Theft from auto ■ 800-899 block, 17th St.; 6:44 ■ 1300-1399 block, 14th St.; ■ 1900-1920 block, 14th St.; ■ 1600-1625 block, Fuller St.; a.m. Feb. 19.

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www.summitcre.com FBA BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2017 President Marina Streznewski At Large Patrick Kennedy 202.470.2820 Vice President Robert DePriest At Large Chris Labas Secretary Karen Medsker At Large Peter Maye Treasurer Barbara Sverdrup Stone At Large Catherine Pitcher At Large Matthew Chwastek At Large Eve Zhurbinskiy At Large Lynn Hamdan Getting Around in D.C. A Look at Transportation in Northwest Washington The Current February 22, 2017 ■ Page 11 VW quietly upgrades best-seller METERS: Agency tweaks variable rate pilot program The Volkswagen Jetta compact From Page 1 price point compared with what’s sedan has been on sale with few in place now, Dey said. Aside from visible changes since 2011 — a Neighborhood Commission 2C two blocks in the evening, blocks long time in an automotive mar- (downtown, Penn Quarter). The that decreased from $2.30 to $2 in ketplace where key competitors changes — part of an ongoing the first phase will revert to $2.30. cycle of adjustment that the agen- The pilot program came on the cy will evaluate and modify on a heels of a citywide increase in ON AUTOS quarterly basis — represent a parking meter fees to a standard BRADY HOLT Brady Holt/The Current response to the results of the first $2.30 per hour. Ward 3 D.C. Coun- The current Volkswagen Jetta three months of the study, which cil member Mary Cheh told The Brian Kapur/The Current have seen complete redesigns. has improved a lot since 2011. revealed some areas with a need Current that she thinks the pilot The pilot is focused on an area of But under the skin, VW has for improvement, Dey said. program is providing much-need- Chinatown and Penn Quarter. been quietly making some major tracks closer than ever to the lat- In particular, the pilot program ed information that could curb changes to its least expensive and ter, both in terms of its refinement didn’t fundamentally change the downtown congestion, but it’s too But proponents like Ellen Jones best-selling vehicle. Over the last and its price tag. Big cushy seats, parking landscape for certain areas early to say whether dynamic pric- of the DowntownDC Business six model years, upgrades have improved interior quality and of particularly high and particular- ing is the best approach. She’s Improvement District think the included a more fuel-efficient more features are key upgrades ly low demand, Dey said. The particularly wary of discouraging project helps reduce congestion engine, a more sophisticated sus- over last year’s model, helping it introduction of five different price visitors from frequenting China- caused by drivers searching unsuc- pension, and more features. And compete with premium-brand points at a wider range than before town and Penn Quarter businesses. cessfully for parking. She acknowl- prices have come down, with the sedans like the Lexus ES, Genesis aims to stabilize those areas where “I think it’s worth exploring this edges that some drivers might be tested Jetta SE coming well- G80 and Lincoln MKZ. parking is either frequently tight or and then adding up what the data is deterred by higher costs, but feels equipped at $22,815 as tested or The LaCrosse’s gas mileage frequently available. The bulk of after the fact,” Cheh said. “We flexible rates and up-to-the-minute even at $18,715 for the base S. has also improved dramatically, the highest-tier fees will come might say, ‘It’s not producing what information will enhance the over- Perhaps the most significant from 21 mpg in mixed driving to between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on we want in a sufficient amount, it’s all visitor experience. improvement is the base engine, 25 mpg — excellent for a large weekdays, the busiest time for traf- not worth these byproduct nega- The program also includes an now a 1.4-liter turbocharged four- sedan with a big V6 engine. fic in the neighborhood, Dey said. tive effects, and we’ll go back to app — parkDC — that displays in cylinder with 150 horsepower. It However, there isn’t a fuel-saving The agency says it’s too early the drawing board.’” advance the likelihood of finding replaced an underpowered engine hybrid model like on the ES, to tell whether the first phase of The dynamic pricing program parking on particular blocks. Most on the base model and a more MKZ or Toyota Avalon. the experiment indicates a suc- also has more ardent critics, who of the discussion at the ANC 2C powerful but less economical Prices start at $32,990, but cessful approach, or whether it’s argue that lowering prices on low- meeting focused on the possibility engine on the SE. As tested, the they increase quickly and can sur- replicable in other parts of the city. demand parking spots won’t nec- that the app will encourage smart- Jetta is rated for a competitive 32 pass $50,000. For buyers seeking While the study suggests that the essarily entice drivers to start phone usage while driving, which mpg in mixed driving. The a large, comfortable four-door, new pricing structure was effec- using them. AAA’s view on the is illegal in D.C. Dey and his col- improved engine and more stan- this Buick is a strong contender. tive in balancing parking demand project is even harsher — it league, parking planner Peter dard features mean buyers no lon- on some streets, special factors believes the prospect of higher Perez, said they’ve included ade- ger need the top-of-the-line Acura crossover is more like events at the Verizon Center fees will only exacerbate the pro- quate warnings against unsafe use model to get a competitive Jetta. practical than premium and Metro’s ongoing SafeTrack gram’s tendency to discourage of the app. Another app called That’s important, because it Nearly every premium brand repairs may have played a role, lower-income drivers, according VoicePark will read out parking still doesn’t feel like a high-end today offers a crossover, blending Dey said. While some low-demand to spokesperson John Townsend. availability similar to a smart- vehicle. Unlike some past Jettas, the style and luxury of its passen- areas saw more traffic, some areas “For the winners, it’s a win- phone’s vocal GPS function, Perez the 2011 redesign focused more ger cars with the interior space of high demand saw increased win,” Townsend said. “For the said. on value than luxury, with austere and high seating position of an occupancy even with higher rates. losers, it’s a total loss.” The agency is also testing new interior decor and some cheap- SUV. Many of these vehicles The second phase contains five He’s also concerned that more signs on the 700 block of E Street feeling trim. On the road, howev- have remarkable driving dynam- price points: $1.50, $2, $2.30, expensive street parking will cause in an effort to make parking rules er, the Jetta’s composed ride and ics, with all of the vault-like $2.75 and $3.25. Each block will nearby garages to raise their rates, easier to understand. Residents can handling trump the basic feel of a see either no change or a maxi- further limiting affordable parking offer feedback on the new signs at Toyota Corolla or Hyundai Elan- mum increase or decrease of one options in the neighborhood. tinyurl.com/DDOTSignSurvey. tra, though it’s not as fun to drive as a Honda Civic or Mazda3. Perhaps the biggest difference released the site last week at districtmobility.org. between the Jetta and its competi- City aims to adopt app-based The website is intended to “better quantify and tors is the style. Many compact qualify the state of the District’s transportation cars have incorporated swoops system for taxi passengers The District’s Department of For-Hire Vehi- system performance from a holistic, multimodal and/or hard edges to liven up their 2017 Acura MDX crossover perspective,” agency director Leif Dormsjo says designs, while VW has stuck to a cles is seeking companies that could develop an solidity and much of the handling app-based replacement for traditional taxi in a news release. more conservative aesthetic. The data presented on the site illustrate loca- The Jetta doesn’t lead its class. poise found in a high-end sedan. meters, the agency announced Friday. The 2017 Acura MDX, mean- The goal is to transition from meters to a tions where the agency will invest in improve- But with a roomy interior and ments, according to the release. It also provides pleasant driving dynamics, it has while, comes off as a mainstream “Digital Taxi Solution platform,” which would model with some richer interior provide driver ratings, the ability to temporarily information warning travelers which roads are the become more compelling, espe- least reliable, meaning that travel times — either cially for those who like its looks. trim and more available features. change rates citywide, estimated fare calcula- It drives more like a Honda Pilot tions, GPS tracking of routes and other advantag- by bus or by car — can vary widely there. Buick’s flagship ups its than an Audi Q7 — understand- es, according to a release. It would also let driv- style, luxury — and price ably so, given that the MDX and ers use an Apple or Android phone or tablet as All DC Circulator bus stops to For most of today’s full-size Pilot are indeed mechanically their taxi meter. sedans, there’s a fine line between related. Acura still wins over The agency hopes to have a choice of new receive newly redesigned signs The DC Circulator is getting redesigned signs mainstream and luxury. The rede- many buyers, though, thanks to a systems available to licensed D.C. cabdrivers by at every bus stop, a change intended to improve signed 2017 Buick LaCrosse sensible, spacious interior with Aug. 31. seating for seven, and its price clarity and provide more information, according tag. Starting at $45,025, it comes New website features data on to the D.C. Department of Transportation. in some 10 percent below leading The project to replace signs at each of more European competitors. D.C. transportation network than 130 Circulator stops began last Wednesday The MDX’s execution isn’t A new “District Mobility” website presents a and will last five to six weeks, according to a perfect, but it’s worth shopping collection of data on the city’s various transpor- news release. Each new sign will include the against the costlier Q7 and Volvo tation modes, ranging from the popularity of dif- stop’s number, a color-coded route icon, the cus- XC90, along with the cheaper ferent bus stops to the most congested roadways. tomer service phone number 202-671-2020, and Pilot and Mazda CX-9 as a large, The D.C. Department of Transportation the website dccirculator.com. 2017 Buick LaCrosse large sedan reasonably refined family car. 12 Wednesday, February 22, 2017 The CurrenT

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ANC 1B front of 2307 Champlain St. NW the neighborhood, particularly in Saturday. A second-floor roof ■ consideration of a committee LowerANC Columbia 1B Heights at the committee’s meeting on light of the completion of The deck will be open until 10 p.m. recommendation to support a pro- Pleasant■ LOWER COLUMBIAPlains HEIGHTS / Feb. 22. The water has been an Line Hotel, 1770 Euclid St. NW, during the week and 11 p.m. on posed new building in the Wash- Shaw/UPLEASANT StreetPLAINS / U STREET issue since last summer, commis- in a few months. Friday and Saturday. The restau- ington Heights Historic District at LOWER GEORGIA AVENUE sioners said. ANC 1C chair Ted ■ commissioners voted 7-0 to sup- rant will have the option to regis- 2009 18th St. NW, currently the The commission will meet at Guthrie urged Reynolds to invite port five signs and oppose one ter for extended hours on six of the site of the Lauriol Plaza surface 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 2, at officials from DC Water and the sign proposed by management of city’s 13 designated holidays. parking lot. the D.C. Housing Finance Agen- Department of Transportation to The Hepburn apartments, 1901 ■ commissioners voted 7-0 to ■ presentation by the D.C. Depart- cy, 815 Florida Ave. NW. attend the next ANC 1C meeting Connecticut Ave. NW, and the approve an amendment to the set- ment of Transportation on results For details, visit anc1b.org. to discuss the issue in-depth. Washington Hilton, 1919 Con- tlement agreement with Bukom of the agency’s traffic study of “Invite them to come feel the necticut Ave. NW. The opposed Cafe, 2442 18th St. NW. The res- Belmont Road NW and Kalorama ANC 1C wrath of Adams Morgan,” he said. sign would number the bays at a taurant will be open from 11 a.m. Road NW, with possible action by AdamsANC Morgan 1C ■ Emily Dalphy of the D.C. loading dock behind the buildings, to 2 a.m. Sunday through Thurs- the commission. ■ ADAMS MORGAN Department of Transportation pre- but commissioners said they don’t day, and 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. Friday ■ presentation from the D.C. At the commission’s Feb. 1 sented the initial results of an want the signs to exceed 2 feet or and Saturday. It will also be open Water and Sewer Authority and meeting: ongoing traffic study of Adams the size of a nearby hotel parking until 3 a.m. on Martin Luther King the D.C. Department of Transpor- ■ April Bingham presented an Morgan. This portion of the study sign, whichever is smaller. Several Jr. Day, Presidents Day and Veter- tation on plans to address a water overview of the D.C. Water and focused on the key area of Bel- residents railed against the hotel, ans Day, and until 4 a.m. on New leak in front of 2307 Champlain Sewer Authority’s water meter mont and Kalorama roads NW which was not represented at the Year’s Eve, Memorial Day, Labor St. NW, with possible action by rehabilitation project, which began between Columbia Road and 18th meeting, for delivery trucks and Day, Independence Day, Colum- the commission (tentative). last month and will continue Street. The agency concluded that other contractors failing to adhere bus Day and Christmas Eve. ■ consideration of a committee through June 2018. With the help making Belmont Road one-way to traffic rules over the years, and The commission will meet at recommendation that former ANC of a contractor, the utility will westbound seven days a week implored Mark Rivers and Mike 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 1, at 1C member Alan Gambrell repre- replace more than 90,000 water would be useful for mitigating Granger of Lowe Enterprises, Mary’s Center, 2355 Ontario sent the commission on matters meters and meter transmission neighborhood concerns about tasked with redesigning and Road NW. related to a Board of Zoning units in all eight wards, starting excessive volume and noise on the implementing the new signs, to Agenda items include: Adjustment appeal and a proposed with wards 1 and 4. Residents will block. The agency also studied the help improve the hotel’s treatment ■ presentation by representatives Office of Planning rule change soon be able to use an interactive possibility of making Kalorama of the neighborhood. of Foxhall Partners about their affecting certain housing in Lanier website to see whether their house Road one-way, either westbound ■ commissioners voted 7-0 to sup- project in the old Avignon Freres Heights. or apartment building is on the list or eastbound, but wants to solicit port a Board of Zoning Adjust- (most recently Payless Shoes) For details, call 202-332-2630 for replacement, and they’ll be more neighborhood feedback ment application for the construc- location at 1777 Columbia Road or visit anc1c.org. alerted with a door knock prior to before reaching a conclusion. A tion of a roof deck at The Balfour NW. the start of the process, which notice of intent for the Belmont condominiums, 2000 16th St. NW. ■ presentation from Mill Creek ANC 2A includes shutting the residence’s change was due to be issued in The private deck will have a max- about the development at the for- FoggyANC Bottom 2A ■ FOGGY BOTTOM / WEST END water off for approximately 15 two or three weeks, Dalphy said. imum capacity of 49, and a repre- mer Italian Embassy site. minutes. The project is addressing Commissioners and several resi- sentative of the building assured ■ presentation by the Adams Mor- The commission will meet at meters nearing the end of their dents said they’re in favor of the commissioners that his staff will gan Youth Leadership Academy. 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 15, in functioning lifespan. change, which is already in place enforce that limit and keep noise ■ consideration of a committee Room 103, Funger Hall, George ■ commissioner Wilson Reynolds on weekend nights. to a minimum. recommendation that ANC 1C Washington University, 2201 G reported that the commission’s Commission chair Ted Guthrie ■ commissioners voted 7-0 to sup- protest the Alcoholic Beverage St. NW. Public Space and the Environment said he’s eager to turn that stretch port a special event application for Control application of the Federal- For details, visit anc2a.org. Committee will tackle the issue of of Kalorama Road into a one-way the Rock ’n’ Roll Marathon on ist Pig, 1654 Columbia Road NW. water droplets forming a puddle in street, though Kalorama Citizens Saturday, March 11. The race will ■ consideration of a committee ANC 2B Association president Denis James bring 24,000 runners through recommendation that ANC 1C DupontANC Circle 2B said he’s concerned about the pos- ANC 1C between approximately protest the Alcoholic Beverage ■ DUPONT CIRCLE sibility of restricting access across 7:25 a.m. and noon. Control application of Pitango The commission will meet at neighborhoods by making that ■ commissioners voted 7-0 to Gelato and Cafe, 1841 Columbia 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 8, at change. Dalphy said her team will approve a settlement agreement on Road NW. the Brookings Institution, 1775 continue to research and engage the liquor license application for ■ consideration of a committee Massachusetts Ave. NW. with the community. Barada, 2309 18th St. NW. Per the recommendation that ANC 1C For details, visit dupontcir- Commissioner Wilson Reyn- agreement, the restaurant will adopt a proposed settlement agree- cleanc.net. olds urged the agency to press close at 12:30 a.m. Sunday through ment with the Bottle Shop, 2216 forward with its broader survey of Thursday and at 2 a.m. Friday and 18th St. NW. ANC 2C Downtown/PennANC 2C Quarter ■ DOWNTOWN / PENN QUARTER

The commission will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 13, in Room G-9, John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. For details, visit anc2c.us or contact [email protected].

ANC 2D Sheridan-KaloramaANC 2D ■ SHERIDAN-KALORAMA

The commission will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, March 20, at Our Lady Queen of the Ameri- cas Church, California Street and Phelps Place NW. For details, visit anc2d.org or contact [email protected].

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The commission will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 8, at 5471 Wisconsin Ave, 3rd Floor the Washington Plaza Hotel, 10 Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Thomas Circle NW. M: 202.320.6469 O: 301-298-1001 For details, call 202-667-0052 [email protected] or visit anc2f.org. Shopping & Dining in D.C. Lifestyles, Retail and Restaurants in Northwest Washington The Current February 22, 2017 ■ Page 15

D.C.’s 2017 James Beard Award semifinalists D.C. ranks high for Beard semifinalists ■ Best New Restaurant Pineapple and Pearls, 715 8th St. SE Sweet Home Café, 1400 Constitution Ave. NW (in the National Next cut for national Museum of African American History and Culture) ■ Outstanding Baker awards is March 15 Mark Furstenberg, Bread Furst, 4434 Connecticut Ave. NW By BRIDEY HEING Outstanding Bar Program Current Correspondent ■ Columbia Room, 124 Blagden Alley NW ■ Outstanding Chef he 2017 James Beard Fabio Trabocchi of Fiola, 601 Awards are just a few Pennsylvania Ave. NW T months away, and once Eric Ziebold of Kinship, 1015 7th St. NW Photo by Ray Lopez again D.C. is well-represented on ■ Outstanding Restaurant Ashok Bajaj the list of semifinalists. The final- Jaleo, 480 7th St. NW ists won’t be announced until Rasika, 633 D St. NW and 1190 New Hampshire Ave. NW March 15, but the long-list ■ Outstanding Restaurateur includes an impressively wide Ashok Bajaj of Knightsbridge Restaurant Group (The Bombay Photo courtesy of Himitsu range of D.C. chefs and restau- Club, Rasika, The Oval Room and others) rants, from shoo-ins to the unex- Kevin Tien of Himitsu is nominated for Rising Chef of the Year at this ■ Outstanding Service pected. James Beard Awards, which honor standout chefs nationwide. Fiola, 601 Pennsylvania Ave. NW The annual awards, presented Marcel’s by Robert Wiedmaier, 2401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW by the James Beard Foundation, nalist list includes 22 chefs, res- range of D.C.’s growing gourmet taurateurs and restaurants from culture is clear; on the list are ■ Outstanding Wine Program are some of the culinary indus- Komi, 1509 17th St. NW try’s most sought-after accolades. the Washington area, with all but Michelin-ranked spots like three in D.C. itself. That’s three French-American Convivial and ■ Rising Star Chef of the Year Categories range from the best Kevin Tien of Himitsu, 828 Upshur St. NW service to best wine program, more than last year, when 19 Filipino Bad Saint. ■ Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic with special categories for region- nominees hailed from the area. D.C.’s nominee for Rising Star Many of the semifinalists are Chef of the Year, Himitsu’s Kevin Amy Brandwein of Centrolina, 974 Palmer Alley NW al chefs. The Washington area has Tom Cunanan of Bad Saint, 3226 11th St. NW at least one nominee in every- D.C. institutions, like Jaleo and Tien, learned of his nomination Kinship, while the Best New Res- from a friend’s early-morning Mike Friedman of All-Purpose Pizzeria, 1250 9th St. NW thing except for best pastry chef. Seng Luangrath of Thip Khao, 3462 14th St. NW Coming at a time when nation- taurant category has newcomers phone call to congratulate him. Pineapple and Pearls and Sweet “I honestly thought he was Cedric Maupillier of Convivial, 801 O St. NW al interest in D.C.’s culinary Nobu Yamazaki of Sushi Taro, 1503 17th St. NW scene has been particularly high, Home Café. In the regional Best joking,” Tien wrote in an email. this year’s James Beard semifi- Chef (Mid-Atlantic) category, the See Beard/Page 26

Pizzeria Paradiso group taps new beer director POUILLON: Lauded organic chef prepares to sell Dupont restaurant Pizzeria Paradiso has a new bev- From Page 1 ic food, which means a smaller portion can asking me,” she told the show’s producers. erage director, Drew McCormick, constitute a full meal. Still, convincing oth- In January, she learned she’ll be honored who has been at the Neapolitan-style located at 2132 Florida Ave. NW since ers requires patience and a team of strong this spring with a James Beard Lifetime restaurant chain since 2013 and is 1979, and in 1999 it became the nation’s partners, she said. “It’s not just that you Achievement Award, which she prizes now the first woman to run its first restaurant to earn organic certification, decide to call yourself organic,” she said. above a Michelin star, she told The Wash- award-winning beer program, having demonstrated that 95 percent of its Now that organic food has become ington Post. according to a news release. ingredients come from organic farmers, trendy, the word has come to signify less Even as Restaurant Nora is winding McCormick first came to D.C. to growers and suppliers. than it did before. When “Q&A Cafe” mod- down, business remains vibrant: Pouillon get her master’s degree in project Pouillon, the restaurant’s owner and head erator Carol Joynt asked Pouillon whether says she sold 50 filet mignons this past Val- manage- chef, announced her retirement in October she trusts that Whole Foods offers as much entine’s Day alone. She said she’ll miss the ment, but plans to wait until she sells the business organic food as it touts, she didn’t hold kind words from her customers, the dili- beginning before establishing a firm end date. She’s in back. “I’m amazed how little is organic,” gence of her staff, and — most of all — her to work at the process of negotiating with a few pro- she said. “I might as well go to Safeway.” food. She’s touched many lives along the Pizzeria spective buyers, she told The Current, but Pouillon’s other legacies in the city way: Joynt said she ate at the restaurant the Paradiso no deal is final yet. She asked several of her include helping establish Dupont Circle’s night she found out she was pregnant with at the time D.C. chef colleagues if they’d be interested FreshFarm organic market, which spawned her son, and at Thursday’s event, Pouillon’s and find- in taking over her restaurant, but they all numerous other neighborhood markets city- former employee Lisa Tumminello declared ing her declined — maintaining organic certifica- wide, and setting a precedent for women to proudly that working with her was “the best passion tion is a daunting task that only a handful of take leadership positions in the culinary job I’ve ever had.” for the chefs nationwide are willing to take on, she world. But with retirement approaching, Pouil- Photo by Julianne Molina local says. Eventually, she began to reap the divi- lon will have a little more time to consider Drew McCormick is the brewing Despite her undeniable bona fides, Pouil- dends from her ambitious project. She says other ideas. She says she has long dreamed pizzeria’s first female scene. She lon never attended culinary school and the Clinton White House approached her of opening an organic equivalent to McDon- beer director. most didn’t grow up intending to become a chef. about becoming its designated chef, but she ald’s: “I love hamburgers, I think it’s a great recently When she moved to the States in the early had to turn down the offer because she way to eat,” she says. Alternatively, she’d served as assistant beverage director ’70s, she taught cooking classes and made wasn’t an American citizen at the time. The love to transform a vacant gas station into a for chef Ruth Gresser’s three pizza meals for her husband. Eventually, she took Clintons visited her restaurant numerous drive-thru restaurant serving full organic restaurants in Georgetown, Dupont a job as a chef at the Tabard Inn, 1739 N St. times, particularly once had lunch and dinner. Circle and Old Town Alexandria. NW. It was the hotel’s first restaurant, and finished his two terms, Pouillon said. When Whether either of these ideas comes to In her new role, McCormick will owner Fritzi Cohen took a chance on her. It Joynt asked her what she would have done fruition remains to be seen. In the meantime, oversee a beverage program that paid off. in the White House job, Pouillon replied she’ll remain fervent in her quest to keep her encompasses more than 200 bottle Pouillon opened her namesake restaurant sardonically, “Probably kill myself.” diet organic, and to encourage others to do beers and up to 16 draft beer selec- decades before the city’s now-flourishing In 2010, President hosted the same. She’s proud of her legacy as tions at each Pizzeria Paradiso loca- culinary scene had diversified, and she said a surprise birthday party for Michelle at D.C.’s original organic restaurateur, but she tion, according to the release. convincing customers to try a restaurant Restaurant Nora. More recently, the Bravo hopes someone will pick up the mantle. McCormick replaces Josh Fernands, with an unfamiliar concept was a challenge. reality series “Top Chef Masters” asked her “You have to make the decision some- who will be returning to his home For Pouillon, the benefits of organic food to compete. That offer would have intrigued time, right?” Pouillon told The Current. “I state of Maine. go beyond the nutritional value. It’s also her a couple decades earlier, she said, but not felt that it was time to move on to the next more filling and substantial than non-organ- when she was in her 60s. “You’re a little late thing.” 16 Events

Events&Entertainment A Listing of What to Do in Washington, D.C. The Current February 22 – March 2, 2017 ■ Page 16

Wednesday, Feb. 22 talk by novelist Elizabeth Poliner, author 202-357-5924. Screenings of the nomi- featuring art songs by Sergei Rachmani- Wednesday FEBRUARY 22 of “As Close to Us as Breathing,” about a nees will continue through Sunday. nov, Reinhold Glière and Nikolai Medt- Special events sprawling but close-knit Jewish family. 7 ■ The “Film in Focus” series will fea- ner; the area premiere of Alexander Tch- ■ Tudor Place will offer “Washington p.m. Free. Amphitheater, Marvin Center, ture Steve Apkon’s 2016 documentary erepnin’s opus 16-song cycle performed Dollar Days,” featuring discounted tours George Washington University, 800 21st “Disturbing the Peace,” about a group of by soprano Inna of the historic Georgetown mansion and St. NW. 202-994-7470. former Israeli soldiers and Palestinian Dukach (shown), bari- an exhibition of its George Washington ■ Frank Sesno — a former CNN fighters coming together to challenge the tone Kevin Wetzel and collection in honor of the first U.S. presi- anchor, creator of , and status quo. A Q&A with Apkon will follow. pianist Azamat dent’s birth month. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. $1; current director of the 8 p.m. $7 to $12.25. Avalon Theatre, Sydykov; and two reservations required. Tudor Place His- School of Media and 5612 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-966- romances for violin toric House and Garden, 1644 31st St. Public Affairs at 3464. and piano by Glière NW. tudorplace.org. “Washington Dollar George Washington ■ The Smithsonian Institution’s and Rachmaninov Days” will continue through Feb. 28. University — will dis- Recovering Voices Initiative will continue performed by Moscow-born violinist Emil ■ The Washington Harbour ice rink cuss his book “Ask its second annual Mother Tongue Film Chudnovsky. A wine and dessert recep- will offer public skating. Noon to 9 p.m. More: The Power of Festival with a screening of Rokhsareh tion will follow. 7:30 p.m. $55. Embassy $9 to $10. Washington Harbour, 3000 K Questions to Open Ghaem Maghami’s 2015 documentary of France, 4101 Reservoir Road NW. St. NW. 202-706-7666. Regular hours Doors, Uncover Solutions, and Spark “Sonita,” Friday, FEBRUARY 23 thercas.com. are Monday and Tuesday from noon to 7 Change.” 7 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, about an ■ Benefit: “ALB Rock the Stacks” ■ The D.C.-based duo SmithJackson p.m., Wednesday and Thursday from 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364- undocument- — a music festival to benefit the will perform, at 8 p.m.; and the Dan Lip- noon to 9 p.m., Friday from noon to 10 1919. ed Afghan ille- D.C. Public Library Foundation and ton Trio will perform, at 10:30 p.m. Free. p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. ■ Israeli writer Assaf Gavron — author gal immigrant to celebrate the release of a new Gypsy Sally’s Vinyl Lounge, 3401 K St. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. of “The Hilltop,” a sprawling, daring novel living in the compilation album — will feature NW. gypsysallys.com. about the Israeli-occu- poor suburbs many of D.C.’s most iconic musi- ■ American R&B, neo-soul and jazz Thursday,FEBRUARY Feb. 23 23 pied West Bank — will of Tehran who fights to live in the way cians in a tribute to the late Annie recording artist Ledisi, a nine-time Gram- Thursday discuss “Contempo- she wants but whose relatives hope to my nominee, will join the NSO Pops for a Concerts Lou Bayly Berman’s love of music, rary Writing in Israel: sell her to a new family as a bride. 7 libraries and Washington. Perform- concert spotlighting her unique sound. 8 ■ The National Symphony Orchestra Can You Avoid Poli- p.m. Free. Abramson Family Auditorium, ers will include Fort Knox Five p.m. $29 to $99. Concert Hall, Kennedy Youth Fellows will present an evening of tics?” 7 to 8:30 p.m. University DC, 1307 L St. NW. (shown), Benjy Ferree, Warm Sun, Center. 202-467-4600. The perfor- chamber music and solo performances. Free; reservations recoveringvoices.si.edu. The festival will Rob Myers, Elmapi, Super Silver mance will repeat Saturday at 8 p.m. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy required. Butler Board continue Friday and Saturday with Haze, Boat Burning and Furniteur. ■ Jazz pianist Jason Moran (shown) Center. 202-467-4600. Room, Butler Pavilion, American Univer- screenings at various venues. 7 to 10 p.m. $75; reservations will team up with Chicago-based installa- ■ Vocalist Leesah Stiles will perform. sity, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW. tion artist and sculp- Performances and readings required. Martin Luther King Jr. 7:30 p.m. Free. Gypsy Sally’s Vinyl american.edu/cas/israelstudies. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. tor Theaster Gates Lounge, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys. ■ Matt Karp will discuss his book ■ American University will present 202-727-0321. and the students of com. “This Vast Southern Empire: Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Allegro: A Chicago’s Kenwood ■ Sun-Dried Vibes and I&I Riddim will Slaveholders at the Helm of American Musical.” 8 p.m. $10 to $15. Studio The- Academy Jazz Band to perform. 9 p.m. $8 to $10. Gypsy Sally’s, Foreign Policy.” 7 to 9 p.m. Free. The atre, Katzen Arts Center, American Uni- present a perfor- 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com. Potter’s House, 1658 Columbia Road versity, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW. Music From Norway.” 12:15 p.m. Free. mance rooted at the NW. pottershousedc.org. 202-885-2787. The performance will National City Christian Church, 5 Thomas intersection of music, Discussions and lectures repeat Friday at 8 p.m. and Saturday at Circle NW. 202-797-0103. art and civic justice. 8 p.m. $25 to $59. ■ Eric Puchner will Films 2 and 8 p.m. ■ The Friday Music Series will feature Eisenhower Theater, Kennedy Center. discuss his book ■ Independent Lens will present the ■ The Mask & Bauble Dramatic Soci- Pavel Urkiza, a Cuban musician, compos- 202-467-4600. “Last Day on Earth.” documentary “The Bad Kids,” about an ety will present the Donn B. Murphy One- er, producer and arranger of great ■ “On the Bus” will feature a Pink 6:30 p.m. Free. alternative program in an impoverished Acts Festival. 8 p.m. $8 to $12. Stage III, expressiveness and creativity. 1:15 p.m. Floyd tribute by Eat Yer Meat and the Kramerbooks & After- Mojave Desert community for at-risk stu- Poulton Hall, Georgetown University, Free. McNeir Hall, Georgetown University, genre-bending sound of Hayley Jane and words, 1517 Connect- dents. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free. Langston 1421 37th St. NW. performingarts. 37th and O streets NW. 202-687-2787. the Primates. 8:30 p.m. $12 to $14. icut Ave. NW. 202- Room, Busboys and Poets 14th & V, georgetown.edu. The performance will ■ “Free Folger Friday” with musician Gypsy Sally’s, 3401 K St. NW. 387-1400. 2021 14th St. NW. 202-387-7638. repeat Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. Brian Kay will feature an evening of gypsysallys.com. ■ In honor of Black History Month, ■ The National Archives’ 13th annual songs from Shakespeare’s plays. 6 p.m. author and researcher C.R. Gibbs will showcase of Academy Award-nominated Special event Free; reservations required. Folger Discussions and lectures discuss “The Assault on Jim Crow Educa- documentaries and short subjects will ■ The Georgetown Library will host Shakespeare Library, 201 East Capitol ■ A. Tehuti Evans will discuss “The tion: Black Teens in the Civil Rights feature “13th” by Ava DuVernay, Spencer an “Adult Coloring” event. 6:30 to 8:30 St. SE. folger.edu. History of the Most Worshipful Prince Movement.” 7 p.m. Free. Juanita E. Averick and Howard Barish. 7 p.m. Free; p.m. Free. Georgetown Library, 3260 R ■ Philadelphia band Killiam Shake- Hall Grand Lodge, District of Columbia, Thornton/ Library, 7420 reservations required. McGowan Theater, St. NW. 202-727-0232. speare — a unique collective of musi- 1823-2014,” about the Prince Hall Georgia Ave. NW. 202-541-6100. National Archives Building, Constitution cians led by Steve McKie and Corey Ber- Masons, an African-American fraternal ■ Jewish Lit Live will present a book Avenue between 7th and 9th streets NW. Friday, FEBRUARY Feb. 24 24 nhard and organization founded in 1775. Noon to 1 Friday fused by their p.m. Free. Pickford Theater, Madison (%.(-!1+.54)3!1%1)%2 Book sale multiple Building, Library of Congress, 101 Inde- Presents Greek Guitarist ■ The United Methodist Women will genres of influ- pendence Ave. SE. 202-707-0940. present a Book & Bake Sale featuring ence, includ- ■ Noura Erakat, human rights attor- Antigoni Goni thousands of used books, DVDs, CDs ing jazz, funk ney and assistant professor at George 7-%+.04%-3/+!6%15)3(! and vinyl records, with proceeds benefit- and soul — will Mason University, will discuss “Occupa- '1!#%&4+3.4#(!-$!1)#(2.4-$9 ing an early education program for D.C. perform. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, tion Law at 50: How It Failed to Regulate – New York Times children living in poverty. 9 a.m. to 1 Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600. Israel’s Occupation but Enabled It to Performing pieces from her p.m. Free admission. Metropolitan ■ “Jazz Night” will feature steel pan Take the Land Without the People.” 2016 CD Hymns to the Muse, Memorial United Methodist Church, musician and arranger Josanne Francis. 12:30 to 2 p.m. Free; reservations along with pieces by Tárrega, 3401 Nebraska Ave. NW. 202-393- 7 to 9 p.m. Free. The Potter’s House, required. The Palestine Center, 2425 Vir- Mangoré and Merlin 4900. The sale will continue Saturday 1658 Columbia Road NW. ginia Ave. NW. 202-338-1958. from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday from pottershousedc.org. ■ Crosby Hunt, senior teaching and Saturday, February 25, 9 to 11 a.m. ■ The Washington Bach Consort’s learning officer at the Center for Inspired chamber concert series will present Teaching, will speak as part of a Presi- 2017 at 8pm Concerts “Secular Bach,” featuring soprano Kate dent Lincoln’s Cottage program celebrat- Westmoreland Congregational Church ■ The Friday Morning Music Club will Vetter Cain, bass Mark Duer, flutist Colin ing Black History Month. 1:30 to 2:30 present a concert featuring works by St. Martin, oboist Stephen Bard, horn p.m. Free; reservations required. Meet in 1 Westmoreland Circle | Bethesda, MD 20816 Mozart and Ravel. Noon. Free. Calvary player Bradley Tatum and harpsichordist the atrium of the Robert H. Smith Visitor Tickets: Adult $28 - www.marlowguitar.org Baptist Church, 755 8th St. NW. 202- Todd Fickley performing Bach’s “Wed- Education Center at President Lincoln’s Students (18-22) $14, Under 18 Free with Adult, please call 301.799.4028 333-2075. ding Cantata,” “Capriccio” and “Peasant Cottage, Upshur Street and Rock Creek 1%#.-#%13+%#341%!3 /,87%%33(%13)2391%#%/3).-!&3%1#.-#%13 ■ The Friday Noon Concert series will Cantata.” The event will include a choco- Church Road NW. lincolncottage.org. feature the Left Bank Quartet performing late tasting compliments of The Choco- ■ Mexican novelist Juan Pablo .(-!1+.54)3!1%1)%2 music by Beethoven. Noon. Free. Arts late House. 7 p.m. $10 to $35. First Villalobos will discuss his book “I’ll Sell )-&.,!1+.5'4)3!1.1' Club of Washington, 2017 I St. NW. 202- Congregational United Church of Christ, You a Dog.” 6 to 8 p.m. Free. Upshur 301-799-4028 331-7282, ext. 3. 945 G St. NW. bachconsort.org. Street Books, 827 Upshur St. NW. www.marlowguitar.org ■ James D. Hicks of Morristown, N.J., ■ The Russian Chamber Art Society upshurstreetbooks.com. (33/555&!#%"..*#.,!1+.54)3!1 will present a recital featuring “Organ will present “Famous Contemporaries,” See Events/Page 17 17 Events/Exhibits

The Current Wednesday, February 22, 2017 17 Events&Entertainment Continued From Page 16 about a woman who demands justice when she is taken away from her true ■ Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer love. 7:30 p.m. $20. Sprenger Theatre, Megan Marshall will discuss her book Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. ‘Mirror Rooms’ featured “Elizabeth Bishop: A Miracle for Break- NE. 202-399-7993. The festival will con- “Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrors,” featuring six of the fast.” 7 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, tinue through March 5. Japanese artist Kusama’s immersive “Infinity Mirror 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364- ■ Black Movements Dance Theatre Rooms,” will open Thursday at the Hirshhorn Museum 1919. will present signature offerings and a and Sculpture Garden and continue through May 14. ■ Author Edoardo Albinati will newly commissioned work. 8 p.m. $8 to discuss his book “La scuola cattolica” — $10. Gonda Theatre, Davis Performing set in Rome in the 1970s — in Arts Center, Georgetown University, 37th On EXHIBIT conversation with Anna Lawton, Lorenza and O streets NW. performingarts. Pieri and Lucia A. Wolf. 7 p.m. Free; georgetown.edu. The performance will Following the evolution of the multi-reflective rooms over reservations required. Auditorium, repeat Saturday at 8 p.m. five decades, the exhibit also includes a selection of the Embassy of Italy, 3000 Whitehaven St. ■ As part of the Atlas Intersections artist’s paintings, along with archival material. Admission NW. www.iicwashington.esteri.it. Festival 2017, Contradiction Dance will is by timed-entry passes. Yayoi Kusama’s “The Obliteration Room” is ■ French journalist Guillaume Serina, present “Objects of Hope: The America Located at Independence Avenue and 7th Street SW, featured in the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture the Los Angeles-based correspondent for Project,” about issues such as homeless- the museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 202- Garden’s new immersive exhibit of her work. both Le Journal du Dimanche and Le ness, patriotism, gun violence, racism 633-1000. Parisien Magazine, will discuss his novel and class divides. 10 p.m. $25. Sprenger ■ “The Urban Scene: 1920-1950,” presenting 25 black- opened recently at Goethe-Institut Washington. On “Reagan-Gorbachev,” about the 1986 Theatre, Atlas Performing Arts Center, and-white prints that explore urban life in 20th-century view through March 7, the show includes works by Ann Tel- Reykjavik Summit meetings. 7 p.m. $10 1333 H St. NE. 202-399-7993. America, will open Sunday in the West Building of the naes, Farley Katz, Jim Borgman and Jerry Scott, KAL, LEC- to $15; reservations required. Alliance National Gallery of Art and continue through Aug. 6. TRR, Matt Wuerker, Mawil and Tom Meyer. Française de Washington, 2142 Wyo- Special events Located at 4th Street and NW, the Located at 1990 K St. NW in Suite 3, the institute is ming Ave. NW. francedc.org. ■ Shakespeare Theatre Company gallery is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and ANXO Cidery will present a hard p.m. and Sunday from 11 and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 202-289-1200, ext. Films cider class and tasting that will follow a.m. to 6 p.m. 202-737- 165. ■ The National Archives’ 13th annual Ernest Hemingway’s journey from Paris 4215. ■ The International Spy Museum recently began dis- showcase of Academy Award-nominated to Pamplona in “The Sun Also Rises” — ■ “For the Love of Abstrac- playing the original 240-year-old letter from George Wash- documentaries and short subjects will featuring a French cider popular on Rue tion,” featuring abstract- ington that led to the spy network that helped the U.S. win feature “O.J.: Made in America” by Ezra Saint-Germain des Prés since the Lost expressionist paintings by the Revolutionary War. The letter, which set up the network Edelman and Caroline Waterlow. 11 a.m. Generation’s time; a Spanish cider and Vian Shamounki Borchert that evolved into the Culper Spy Ring, will be on view to 8:45 p.m. with a 90-minute intermis- an ANXO cider made in D.C. with Span- inspired by nature through- through mid-April. sion at about 5:30 p.m. Free; reserva- ish Basque country apples; and a Jack out the seasons, opened Located at 800 F St. NW, the museum is open daily tions required. McGowan Theater, Rose, a cocktail downed in “The Sun recently at the Jerusalem from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission costs $21.95 for adults; National Archives Building, Constitution Also Rises.” 6:45 to 7:30 p.m. $35; res- Fund Gallery Al-Quds $15.95 for seniors, military personnel and law enforce- Avenue between 7th and 9th streets NW. ervations suggested. Forum, Sidney Har- and will continue through ment; and $14.95 for ages 7 through 11. The museum is 202-357-5924. man Hall, 610 F St. NW. 202-547-5688. Armin Landeck’s 1932 lithograph “View of March 10. An artist’s recep- free for ages 6 and younger. 202-393-7798. ■ In honor of Black History Month, ■ Botanical illustrator Mara Menahan tion will take place Friday ■ “Future Visionaries,” showcasing work by young artists the Georgetown Library will present the will show her work and share reflections New York” is part of a from 6 to 8 p.m. trained by the art-therapy organization Creative Therapeu- 2015 film “Dear White People,” a sharp from a year and a half of illustrating and new National Gallery Located at 2425 Virgin- tic Arts Services, will close Tuesday at Pepco Edison and funny studying at the U.S. Botanic Garden. 7 to of Art exhibition. ia Ave. NW, the gallery is Place Gallery. Sponsored by the Children’s National comedy about 8:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. open Monday through Fri- Health System, the show features works by patients in the a group of Afri- Conservatory, U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 202-338-1958. D.C., Maryland and Virginia region. can-American Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333. ■ “Privacy on Display,” presenting American and European Located at 702 8th St. NW, the gallery is open Tuesday students as cartoons on the theme of privacy in the modern age, through Friday from noon to 4 p.m. 202-872-3396. they navigate Sporting event campus life ■ The will play and racial boundaries at a predominately the Edmonton Oilers. 7 p.m. $36 to ■ Mary Quattlebaum — author of pottershousedc.org. beginners. 11 a.m. Free. Petworth white college. 1 p.m. Free. Georgetown $557. Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW. “Pirate vs. Pirate,” “Jo MacDonald Saw a ■ George Scheper, a senior lecturer Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW. 202-243- Library, 3260 R St. NW. 202-727-0232. 800-745-3000. Pond” and “Winter in the advanced academic programs at 1188. ■ Docs in Progress will present a Friends” — will pres- Johns Hopkins University, will present a ■ Soprano Sarah Wolfson will coach screening of two not-quite-finished docu- Tours ent “Wild About Read- seminar on “New York City in the Gilded Levine Music students in a master class. mentaries — “Girls Are Always Shrieking,” ■ Dumbarton House will offer a ing: Family Story Age: A Cultural History.” 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free; reservations about gender roles in Iran from the per- behind-the-scenes tour in the midst of Time,” featuring 4:15 p.m. $90 to $140. S. Dillon Ripley required. Lang Recital Hall, Levine Music, spective of girls and boys in two Tehran the installation of the 217-year-old songs, stories and Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive SW. 202- 2801 Upton St. NW. levinemusic.org. primary schools, and “America: An Immi- home’s new heating, ventilation and cool- animal-focused activi- 633-3030. ■ “Plants Through the Generations” gration Nation,” about the country’s four ing system. 11 a.m. to noon. $10 to $20; ties. 10:30 a.m. Free. ■ Volunteer teachers from the Wash- will feature tips for grandparents and great waves of immigration and the his- reservations required. Dumbarton House, Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wiscon- ington English Center will hold a weekly others on how to use the U.S. Botanic tory of xenophobia faced by various 2715 Q St. NW. dumbartonhouse.org/ sin Ave. NW. 202-727-1488. conversational practice circle for adults Garden to connect the younger genera- immigrant groups upon arriving in the event/febhardhat. ■ Professional magician Peter Wood who already have some English speaking tion to the magical world of plants (work- . A workshop-style feedback ■ The American University Museum will present “Magic of Spying: Tradecraft ability. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Free. Tenley- shop for adults only). 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. session with the filmmakers will follow. 7 will present a docent-led tour of one of Trickery” (for ages 5 and older). 11 a.m. Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. Free; reservations required. Conservatory to 9 p.m. $10 donation suggested. Room its winter exhibitions. 11:30 a.m. Free. to noon. $10 to $15. International Spy NW. 202-727-1488. Classroom, U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 B-07, Media and Public Affairs Building, American University Museum, Katzen Museum, 800 F St. NW. 202-393-7798. ■ Yoga Activist will present a class for See Events/Page 18 George Washington University, 805 21st Arts Center, American University, 4400 St. NW. docsinprogress.org/screenings. Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-885-1300. Classes and workshops ■ The Library of Congress will pres- ■ Author Milagros Phillips will present Palisades Georgetown Lions Club ent the 1993 animated film “Batman: SaturdaySaturday, FEBRUARY Feb. 25 25 a workshop on “8 Essentials to a Race Mask of the Phantasm.” 7 to 9:30 p.m. Conversation: Transform the Way You Free. Pickford Theater, Madison Build- Children’s programs Speak About Race.” 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ing, Library of Congress, 101 Indepen- ■ As part of the Atlas Intersections $99; reservations required. The Potter’s dence Ave. SE. 202-707-5502. Festival 2017, Jane Franklin Dance will House, 1658 Columbia Road NW.  present a family-friendly performance of Performances “The Big Meow.” 9:30 a.m. $10. Lab  ■ The Washington Improv Theater will Theatre II, Atlas Performing Arts Center,  present “Road Show: Wintry Mix,” a med- 1333 H St. NE. 202-399-7993. The per- ley of company ensembles and special formance will repeat March 4 at 9:30 guests. 7:30 p.m. $12 to $15. DC Arts a.m. ! # !#'- '%&,$*(%-(% Center, 2438 18th St. NW. witdc.org. ■ The Avalon Theatre’s Weekend Performances will also take place Satur- Family Matinee series will feature a fami-   ! #! day at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. and Sunday ly-friendly performance by the RTTs, fea-          at 7:30 p.m. with different lineups each turing hits such as “Snack Time” and      night. “Turn It Up, Mommy.” 10 a.m. $7 to $9; ■ As part of the Atlas Intersections free for children under 2. Avalon Theatre,       Festival 2017, Prakriti Dance will present 5612 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-966- www.ourtowndc.com “Amba Shikandi: A Journey of Courage,” 3464.  '%'.++))&- # ! "     18 Events

18 Wednesday, February 22, 2017 The Current Events&Entertainment Continued From Page 17 Lounge, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys. showcase of Academy Award-nominated Animals, a Bar Mitzvah DJ dance party, com. documentaries and short subjects will games, a moon bounce, drinks plus cash Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333. ■ Singer Jaimee Paul and her band feature the live action short film nomi- bar, swag, carnival snacks, Ted Talks and will join the Pan American Symphony nees: “Ennemis Intérieurs,” “La Femme more. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. $36. Edlavitch DC Concerts Orchestra in a special tribute to female et le TGV,” “Silent Nights,” “Sing” and Jewish Community Center, 1529 16th St. ■ “The Hidden Gems of Polish jazz and blues icons and other greats of “Timecode.” Noon. Free; reservations NW. washingtondcjcc.org. Music” will feature concert pianist Mag- the American Songbook. 8 p.m. $35; required. McGowan Theater, National dalena Adamek performing works by reservations required. Lincoln Theatre, Archives Building, Constitution Avenue Sporting event Maria Szymanowska, Fryderyk Chopin, 1215 U St. NW. 240-242-8032. between 7th and 9th streets NW. 202- ■ The DC Rollergirls season home Ignacy Jan Paderewski, Karol Szy- ■ The John E. Marlow Guitar Series 357-5924. opener will begin with a 40-minute expo- manowski and Feliks Nowowiejski. 2 will present a concert by Greek guitarist ■ “El Pueblo: Searching for Contem- sition bout paying tribute to legacy home p.m. $5 donation suggested. The Kos- Antigoni Goni per- porary Latin America” will present “The teams DC Demoncats and Scare Force ciuszko Foundation, 2025 O St. NW. forming her own City Machine,” featuring films that track One, followed by the main event featur- 202-785-2320. works as well as piec- ways in which given spaces and struc- ing the DC Rollergirls National Maulers ■ Jazz@Wesley will present a concert es by Tárraga, Man- tures can generate patterns of behavior, versus Free State . 3 to 7 by Bobby Felder and the Capitol All-Stars goré and Merlin. 8 and the adaptive strategies invented by p.m. $15. D.C. Armory, 2001 East Capi- Jazz Ensemble. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $5 to p.m. $14 to $28; free inhabitants to survive. 1 p.m. Free. East tol St. SE. 800-745-3000. $10; free for ages 12 and younger. Wes- for ages 17 and Building Auditorium, National Gallery of Sunday, FEBRUARY 26 ley United Methodist Church, 5312 Con- younger with an adult. Art, 4th Street and ■ Concert: The “Jazz in the Base- SundaySunday, FEBRUARY Feb. 26 26 necticut Ave. NW. 202-966-5144, ext. Westmoreland Congregational United NW. 202-842-6799. ment” concert series will feature 325. Church of Christ, 1 Westmoreland Circle. ■ “El Pueblo: Searching for Contem- bassist Michael Formanek and sax- Classes and workshops ■ Musician Aaron Myers will perform 301-799-4028. porary Latin America” will present ophonist Brian Settles. A Q&A will ■ Photographer Joshua Taylor Jr. will a collection of classic and original com- ■ The bands Jared & the Mill, Boy “Against Ethnography,” featuring films follow. 2 p.m. Free. Martin Luther present a workshop on techniques to get positions from his albums “Leo Rising” Named Banjo and Bearcat Wildcat will from Argentina, Colombia, Brazil and King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. the best images from your camera while and “The Lion’s Den.” 6 p.m. Free. Mil- perform. 8:30 p.m. $14 to $16. Gypsy Peru that chart the boundaries of knowl- NW. 202-727-0321. photographing colorful and unique flow- lennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202- Sally’s, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com. edge and cultural access. 2:30 p.m. ers. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $50 to $75; res- 467-4600. ■ As part of the Atlas Intersections Free. East Building Auditorium, National ervations required. Conservatory Class- ■ The Thirteen, a nationally Festival 2017, Capital City Symphony Gallery of Art, 4th Street and Pennsylva- room, U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 Mary- acclaimed choral group, will perform and Amy K. Bormet’s nia Avenue NW. 202-842-6799. cutting-edge work by three companies land Ave. SW. 202-225-8333. “Bach Reflections,” featuring motets by Ephemera will pres- ■ The National Archives’ 13th annual from three cities: Baltimore’s Deep ■ Joy of Motion Dance Center will Bach and other classical and contempo- ent “Jazz Up the Sym- showcase of Academy Award-nominated Vision Dance Company, D.C.’s Rebollar present an evening of fun and fitness rary compos- phony,” featuring a documentaries and short subjects will Dance and Philadelphia’s RealLivePeo- with a dance workshop. 6 p.m. Free. Mil- ers. Proceeds look at the connec- feature the animated short film nomi- ple. 8 p.m. $25. Sprenger Theatre, Atlas lennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202- will support tions between classi- nees: “Blind Vaysha,” “Borrowed Time,” Performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE. 467-4600. the St. Colum- cal music and jazz “Pear Cider and Cigarettes,” “Pearl” and 202-399-7993. The performance will ba’s Water from a variety of “Piper.” 3:30 p.m. Free; reservations repeat Sunday at 7 p.m. Concerts Ministry and intriguing angles. 9 p.m. $25. Atlas Per- required. McGowan Theater, National ■ The Atlantic Reed Consort — a Rebuilding forming Arts Center, 1333 H St. NW. Archives Building, Constitution Avenue Special events quintet known for a cutting-edge sound Together. 6 p.m. $35 to $40. St. Colum- 202-399-7993. between 7th and 9th streets NW. 202- ■ The Junior League of Washington and style that both embraces the con- ba’s Episcopal Church, 4201 Albemarle 357-5924. will host “Kids in the Kitchen,” a family- temporary and St. NW. tinyurl.com/StCsThirteenTickets. Discussions and lectures ■ “Reseeing Iran: Twenty-First Annual friendly nutrition fair featuring games, adds a new ■ The Smithsonian Chamber Players ■ Jamie Stiehm, a Creators Syndicate Iranian Film Festival” will feature Abbas crafts, hands-on learning and prizes to twist to the and two of California’s top period-instru- columnist and contributor to USNews. Kiarostami’s 1997 film “Taste of Cherry.” celebrate better nutrition education and likes of Bach, ment players, Katherine Kyme and Wil- com, will discuss “The Electoral College 4:30 p.m. Free. East Building Auditorium, a healthy lifestyle (activities geared for Gershwin and liam Skeen, will present a concert of four Strikes Again,” about the presidential National Gallery of Art, 4th Street and ages 3 through 13, with everyone wel- Ravel — will of Haydn’s inventive fortepiano trios from election of 1876, which installed Ruther- Pennsylvania Avenue NW. 202-842- come). 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. YMCA perform as the late 1780s. Lecture at 6:30 p.m.; ford B. Hayes in what is considered one 6799. Anthony Bowen, 1325 W St. NW. jlw.org. part of Christ Lutheran Church’s 125th concert at 7:30 p.m. $25 to $30. Music of the dirtiest deals in American history. ■ The National Archives’ 13th annual ■ The Washington National Cathe- Anniversary Concert Series. 1 p.m. Free; Hall, National Museum of American His- 1 p.m. Free. Peabody Room, Georgetown showcase of Academy Award-nominated dral’s “Sacred Music Festival” will fea- donations will benefit the church’s food tory, Constitution Avenue between 12th Library, 3260 R St. NW. 202-727-0233. documentaries and short subjects will ture choral, organ and conducting mas- pantry ministry, Christ Lutheran Church, and 14th streets NW. 202-633-1000. ■ Emily Jeanne Miller will discuss her feature Gianfranco Rosi and Donatella ter classes led by Cathedral musicians. 9 5101 16th St. NW. 202-829-6727. The program will repeat Sunday at 4 book “The News From the End of the Palermo’s documentary feature “Fire at a.m. $25 per adult; $25 per group of ■ The U.S. Army Band, known as p.m. World,” about the secrets, hopes and Sea.” 7 p.m. Free; reservations required. five choristers ages 17 and younger with Pershing’s Own, will present “A ■ The Music With the Angels Concert heartbreaks of the Lake family. 1 p.m. McGowan Theater, National Archives one free adult chaperone. Washington Celebration of Black Composers and Series will feature clarinetist Adam Ebert Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecti- Building, Constitution Avenue between National Cathedral, Massachusetts and Chamber Music.” A discussion will follow. and pianist Raffi Kasparian performing cut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919. 7th and 9th streets NW. 202-357-5924. Wisconsin avenues NW. cathedral.org/ 3 to 5 p.m. Free; reservations suggested. works by Brahms, Schumann, Chopin, ■ Rasheedah Phillips, a lawyer and sacredmusic. Participants are invited to Oprah Winfrey Theater, National Debussy and Leroy Anderson. 7:30 p.m. writer of science fiction, philosophy and Performances attend all worship services on Saturday Museum of African American History and Free; $10 donation suggested. Church of metaphysics, will discuss “AfroFuturist ■ Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance and Sunday and join the choir for Festi- Culture, 1400 Constitution Ave. NW. the Holy City, 1611 16th St. NW. 202- Affair: Octavia Butler’s ‘Kindred’ and Company will host an open rehearsal for val Evensong on Sunday. nmaahc.si.edu/calendar/upcoming. 462-6734. Time Travel.” 2:30 p.m. Free. Mount an upcoming performance as the troupe ■ “Cooking Up History: Food and the ■ The New York Opera Society will ■ Singer-songwriters Chris Ayer and Pleasant Library, 3160 16th St. NW. marks its 25th anniversary. 11 a.m. to 1 Great Migration” will feature guest chef present “American Inspiration, Norwe- Adam Barnes will perform, at 8 p.m.; and 202-671-3122. p.m. Free. Dance Studio, Georgetown Day Jerome Grant from the National Museum gian Innovation.” 3:30 p.m. Free. West troubadour Jess Ahern will perform, at ■ Adrian Miller — executive director School, 4200 Davenport St. NW. dtsbdc. of African American History and Culture Garden Court, West Building, National 10:30 p.m. Free. Gypsy Sally’s Vinyl of the Colorado Council of Churches, org. The event will repeat March 11. preparing dishes that reflect the culinary Gallery of Art, 6th Street and Constitu- winner of a James Beard Award for Soul ■ As part of the Atlas Intersections changes that emerged from the migra- tion Avenue NW. 202-737-4215. Food and former spe- Festival 2017, Jane Franklin Dance will tion and discussing how African-Ameri- ■ American pianist Dennis Russell 7+(:25/')$0286 cial assistant to Presi- present “Trek (The Migration Project),” cans preserved some Southern roots as Davies and Japanese pianist Maki dent Bill Clinton — will an exploration of human flight through “soul food” while adapting dishes to Namekawa discuss his book “The stories of relocation. 3 p.m. $20. Lab their new neighborhoods. 2 p.m. Free. (shown) will President’s Kitchen Theatre II, Atlas Performing Arts Center, Wallace H. Coulter Performance Plaza, perform duo Cabinet: The Story of 1333 H St. NE. 202-399-7993. National Museum of American History, piano selec- the African Americans ■ Choreographer Helanius J. Wilkins 14th Street and Constitution Avenue NW. tions by Dmitri Who Have Fed Our will present “A Bon Coeur,” drawing inspi- 202-633-1000. Shostakovich, First Families, From the Washingtons to ration from his Creole cultural ties and ■ “A WINNter Affair” — a benefit for Igor Stravinsky, WK

The Current Wednesday, February 22, 2017 19 Events&Entertainment Continued From Page 18 Alexander Calder — will feature Alexander “Extremis,” “4.1 Miles,” “Joe’s Violin,” hand dance lessons; a panel discussion S.C. Rower, the artist’s grandson and “Watani: My Homeland” and “The White on “The History of R&B in Washington, University in New Haven, Conn., will pres- president of Helmets.” 11 a.m. Free; reservations D.C.”; and a celebration with a live DJ, ent a recital. 5:15 p.m. $10 donation the Calder required. McGowan Theater, National R&B bands, hand dancing and suggested. Washington National Cathe- Foundation; Archives Building, Constitution Avenue complimentary food. 3:15 to 8 p.m. Free; dral, Massachusetts and Wisconsin ave- and Harry Coo- between 7th and 9th streets NW. 202- reservations required. High nues NW. cathedral.org. per, curator 357-5924. School, 1601 16th St. SE. and head of ■ “Sweden on the Screen” will fea- washingtonperformingarts.org. Discussions and lectures the depart- ture Maud Nycander and Kristina Lind- ■ Joan Waugh, professor of history at ment of modern art at the National Gal- ström’s documentary “Palme,” about the Sporting event the University of California at Los Ange- lery of Art. 2 p.m. Free. East Building life and times of Swedish Prime Minister ■ The will play les and an expert on 19th-century Ameri- Auditorium, National Gallery of Art, 4th Olof Palme, who was assassinated on the Utah Jazz. 5 p.m. $18 to $619. Veri- ca, will discuss “The Presidency of Ulyss- Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW. the streets of Stockholm in 1986. 2 zon Center, 601 F St. NW. 800-745- es S. Grant.” 10 a.m. Free. St. John’s 202-737-4215. p.m. Free; reservations suggested. 3000. Episcopal Church, 16th and H streets ■ A “Teach-in on Immigration” will House of Sweden, 2900 K St. NW. NW. 202-347-8766. feature Scott Michelman, senior staff www.swedenabroad.com/washington. Monday, Feb. 27 Monday FEBRUARY 27 ■ The Rev. Kelly Brown Douglas, the attorney at the American Civil Liberties ■ The Mayor’s Office on African Monday, FEBRUARY 27 canon theologian at the Washington Union of the District of Columbia; Nithya American Affairs, Urban Film Review and Children’s program ■ Concert: Washington Perform- National Cathedral, will discuss her spiri- Nathan-Pineau, manager of the Detained actor Lamman Rucker will present the ■ D.C.-based singer-songwriter Mar- ing Arts will present the St. Peters- tual journey. 10:10 a.m. Free. Bethlehem Immigrant Children’s Program of the 2017 DC Black History Film Festival, fea- sha Goodman-Wood burg Philharmonic and pianist Chapel, Washington National Cathedral, Capital Area Immigrants’ Rights Coali- turing independent feature, short and will present “Rise + Nikolai Lugansky performing works Massachusetts and Wisconsin avenues tion; and Faiza Patel, co-director of the documentary films. 2 p.m. Free; reserva- Rhyme,” a storytelling by Rachmaninoff and Shostakov- NW. cathedral.org. Brennan Center’s Liberty and National tions required. Lincoln Theatre, 1215 U and performance ich. 8 p.m. $40 to $120. Concert ■ The Rev. Wollom A. Jensen, co- Security Program. 3 p.m. Free. Politics St. NW. thelincolndc.com. series for ages 5 and Hall, Kennedy Center. 202-785- author of “Moral Warriors, Moral and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. ■ The third annual “Voices From the younger. 9:30 to 11 9727. Wounds: The Ministry of the Christian 202-364-1919. Holy Land Film Series” will feature Fida a.m. $5 per child. Ethic,” will speak about his personal ■ Burt Solomon, a contributing editor Qishta’s documentary “Where Should Busboys and Poets experiences as a Navy chaplain and the for The Atlantic and National Journal, will the Birds Fly?,” about Israel’s 2008- Takoma, 235 Carroll St. NW. 202-726- concept of a “just war.” 10:30 a.m. Free. discuss his novel “The Murder of Willie 2009 attack on Gaza as told through between 7th and 9th streets NW. 202- 0856. St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 3001 Wis- Lincoln.” 5 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, the eyes of two young Palestinian 357-5924. consin Ave. NW. 202-363-8286. 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364- women. A post-screening discussion will ■ Busboys and Poets will host the Classes and workshops ■ Ben King, veteran of the Iraq War 1919. feature Saleem Zaru, executive director premiere of the short film “Melanin King ■ The Georgetown Library will host a and founder of Armor Down and the ■ “Bridging the Gap Between Black of United Palestinian Appeal. 2:30 to Project,” about two tribes at war for weekly art class for adults led by George Mindful Memorial Day Foundation, will Freedom Movements” will feature a 4:30 p.m. Free. Perry Auditorium, Wash- generations on a quest to find their Washington University art therapy gradu- discuss how he is helping himself and panel discussion with Reggie Cunning- ington National Cathedral, Massachu- purpose and reclaim their history. The ate student Julie Youck. 10 a.m. and others to “armor down” from their war ham, Brittany Packnett and Lynn French. setts and Wisconsin avenues NW. event will include youth performances noon. Free; reservations required. experience. 11:45 a.m. Free. Cleveland The event will also include a screening of voicesfromtheholyland.org. The film and a panel discussion. Proceeds will Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. Park Congregational United Church of Shayla Racquel’s short film “Riverment,” series will continue March 9, March 26 benefit a cultural exchange program 202-727-0232. The class will continue Christ, 3400 Lowell St. NW. 202-363- about the evolving fight regarding black and April 2 at 2:30 p.m. sending D.C. students to South Africa. 5 through March 20. 8211. rights in America. 5 to 8 p.m. Free. ■ “Reseeing Iran: Twenty-First Annual to 7 p.m. $20 to $25. Cullen Room, ■ The weekly “Yoga Mondays” pro- ■ “Conversations With Artists” will Langston Room, Busboys and Poets 14th Iranian Film Festival” will feature Seifol- Busboys and Poets 5th & K, 1025 5th gram will feature a gentle yoga class. feature artist Theaster Gates (shown) & V, 2021 14th St. NW. 202-387-7638. lah Samadian’s 2016 documentary “76 St. NW. busboysandpoets.com. 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Free. Tenley-Friend- and guest ■ A discussion of Ernest Heming- Minutes and 15 Seconds With Kiarosta- ship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. curator Sarah way’s “The Sun Also Rises” and the Ele- mi,” preceded by the late Abbas Kiar- Special events 202-727-1488. Newman dis- vator Repair Service’s new theatrical ostami’s final short film, “Take Me ■ Dumbarton United Methodist ■ The University of the District of cussing the adaptation “The Select” — now on stage Home.” A discussion with authors Paul Church will celebrate its 30th anniversa- Columbia’s “JAZZforum” will present a works and at the Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Cornin and Hamid Dabashi will follow. 4 ry as a “reconciling congregation” inten- master class, discussion and perfor- themes of his Lansburgh Theatre — will feature director p.m. Free. East Building Auditorium, tionally welcoming to gay, lesbian, bisex- mance featuring trumpeter Duane exhibition John Collins and George Washington Uni- National Gallery of Art, 4th Street and ual and transgender persons and their Eubanks. 2 p.m. Free. Recital Hall, Build- “Theaster Gates: The Minor Arts.” Noon. versity scholar Kim Moreland. 5 to 6 Pennsylvania Avenue NW. 202-842- families. Joey Heath-Mason, United ing 46-West, University of the District of Free. East Building Auditorium, National p.m. Free; reservations required. Lans- 6799. Methodist chaplain at American Universi- Columbia, 4200 Connecticut Ave. NW. Gallery of Art, 4th Street and Pennsylva- burgh Theatre, 450 7th St. NW. 202- ■ The National Archives’ 13th annual ty, will speak at a worship service, and a jazzaliveudc.org. nia Avenue NW. 202-737-4215. 547-1122. showcase of Academy Award-nominated Mardi Gras pancake brunch will follow. ■ The West End Interim Library will ■ Virginia Tech history professor A. documentaries and short subjects will 11 a.m. Free. Dumbarton United Meth- host an all-levels yoga class. 6 p.m. Free. Roger Ekirch will discuss his book “Amer- Films feature Roger Ross Williams and Julie odist Church, 3133 Dumbarton St. NW. West End Interim Library, 2522 Virginia ican Sanctuary: Mutiny, Martyrdom, and ■ The National Archives’ 13th annual Goldman’s documentary feature “Life, 202-333-7212. Ave. NW. 202-724-8707. National Identity in the Age of Revolu- showcase of Academy Award-nominated Animated.” 4 p.m. Free; reservations ■ Washington Performing Arts will ■ Dahlia Shaaban will present a gen- tion,” about the bloodiest shipboard documentaries and short subjects will required. McGowan Theater, National present “District of Dance: A D.C. tle vinyasa yoga class. 6 to 7 p.m. $10. rebellion in the history of the Royal Navy feature the short subject nominees: Archives Building, Constitution Avenue Rhythm & Blues Celebration,” featuring See Events/Page 20 and the controversial extradition of the chief suspect from the U.S. to Britain. 1 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Con- The Current’s Pet of the Week necticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919. ■ The Prevention of Blindness Soci- From the Human Rescue Alliance ety of Metropolitan Washington and Sib- Positive reinforcement ley Senior Association will present a Meet Paige! As you can tell from her picture, this 2-year-old Board and bulldog mix is a cutie-pie! Paige was brought to the Humane dog training Macular Degeneration Network seminar Rescue Alliance by a concerned Train on “Your Eye Exam, Your Heart, and Your citizen who found her wandering Health,” featuring a talk by retina spe- by herself. Sadly, no one ever cialist Dr. Lauren S. Taney of Washington came looking for her, so now Eye Physicians & Surgeons on updates in she’s waiting patiently — or as the area of age-related macular degener- patiently as a young dog can — ation. 1:30 to 3 p.m. Free; reservations for a new family. Paige is required. Conference Room 2, Sibley basically a mellow girl, but she Play and Medical Building, 5215 Loughboro Road definitely has her energetic NW. 202-364-7602. moments. She enjoys outdoor Training ■ Members of Sparkplug Collective, activities, including the regular the DC Arts Center’s visual arts commu- walks and jogs she takes with nity, will discuss how collaboration and shelter volunteers. She’s also a world-class snuggler who would continued education help local artists love sharing quality cuddle time with a person of her own. thrive. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Free. Luce Could that be you? Stop by the Oglethorpe Street Adoption Foundation Center, Smithsonian Ameri- Center today and find out. Flexible Puptagon.com can Art Museum, 8th and G streets NW. 202-633-1000. (202) 627-2077 ■ A discussion on the National Gal- Classes 4906 Wisconsin Ave. NW lery of Art’s “Calder Tower” — which con- Washington, DC 20016 tains world’s largest display of works by 20 Events

20 Wednesday, February 22, 2017 The Current Events&Entertainment Continued From Page 19 ent a panel discussion on “Combating Chevy Chase Library, 5625 Connecticut Lounge, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys. Gender Based Violence” with Salman Ave. NW. 202-282-0021. com. Woman’s National Democratic Club, Sufi, director general at the Punjab chief ■ The Martin Luther King Jr. Memori- 1526 New Hampshire Ave. NW. 202- minister’s Strategic Reforms Unit in Paki- al Library will host a screening of the Discussions and lectures 232-7363. stan. 6 to 8 p.m. Free; registration “American Experience” documentary ■ Nicholas Brown of the Library of ■ Instructor Tara Bishop will present requested. Horizon Ballroom, Ronald “Freedom Riders.” 6:30 p.m. Free. Mar- Congress will discuss German composer a restorative yoga class. 7:30 p.m. Free. Reagan Building and International Trade tin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 Paul Hindemith’s musical responses to Takoma Park Library, 416 Cedar St. NW. Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. G St. NW. 202-727-0321. the devastating experience of World War 202-576-7252. 202-293-1051. ■ “Focus-In! Film Series: Cinema for I in European society. Noon to 1 p.m. ■ David Ebenbach (shown) will dis- a Conscious Community” will feature a Whittall Pavilion, Jefferson Building, Concert cuss his book “The screening of “sahbak,” featuring four Library of Congress, 10 1st St. SE. 202- ■ Young Artists of America at Strath- Guy We Didn’t Invite stories of love and friendship between 707-5502. more will present highlights from its to the Orgy: And Other Israeli Jews and Palestinian Muslims ■ Dr. William Ferguson Reid will dis- 2016-2017 season, including selections Stories,” and Holly that draw out the complexities of inti- cuss “From Segregation to Political Activ- from “The Wizard of Oz,” “Joseph & the Karapetkova will dis- mate relationships in a region scarred by ism — A Life Story Continues,” about Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” “Jesus cuss her poetry collec- wars, opposing ideologies and religious growing up in segregated Richmond; get- Christ Superstar,” “Evita,” “Chess,” “The tion “Towline.” 6:30 differences. A Q&A will follow. 6:30 p.m. ting his medical degrees at Howard Uni- Lion King” and “In the Heights.” 6 p.m. p.m. Free. Kramer- $5 donation suggested. Langston Room, versity and New York University; working Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. books & Afterwords, 1517 Connecticut Busboys and Poets 14th & V, 2021 14th Tuesday, FEBRUARY 28 around the world as a regional medical 202-467-4600. Ave. NW. 202-387-1400. St. NW. 202-387-7638. ■ Special event: The Washington officer with the State Department; lead- ■ The D.C. Department of Consumer ■ A Black History Month screening National Cathedral will celebrate ing voter registration, fair housing and Discussions and lectures and Regulatory Affairs will present a will feature Rachid Bouchareb’s 2001 the last day before Lent with pan- civil rights campaigns; winning election ■ A Black History Month forum on seminar on “The Regulatory Process of film “Little Senegal,” about an aging cake races on Shrove Tuesday. 11 to three terms on the Virginia House of “50 Years of Civil Rights Since Supreme Starting a Small Business.” 6:30 p.m. Senegalese man who curates a slavery a.m. Free. Washington National Delegates as the state’s first black elect- Court Justice Thurgood Marshall” will Free. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. museum in his home country. 7 p.m. Cathedral, Massachusetts and Wis- ed legislator since Reconstruction; and feature D.C. Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton; NW. 202-727-0232. Free; reservations required. 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finalists answered several ques- trait: Kanna (Icelandic for explor- lution of the city. DISPATCHES tions. The final three were Peter, er), Mahi Tahi (Maori for collab- BEARD “There were always great From Page 5 Richard and Robby. Peter orative), Berani (Malaysian for From Page 15 chefs here, but we’ve gotten big- advanced to the final round after courage to act), Wachifundo ger in the past few years. A lot of crystals exhibit where we got to Richard and Robby had gotten (Chichewa for empathy), Radošs Once the surprise passed — and these talented young chefs are see a lot of pretty stones and two wrong, therefore leaving (Latvian for creativity) and Azim he verified the nomination online doing some incredible jobs,” he some gold. At the Ocean Hall, we Richard and Robby to battle it out (Turkish, for perseverance). — Tien was thrilled. “It’s been a said. “I was so happy to see 22 watched a variety of fish (like for a place in the final round. Each house has three adviso- dream of mine forever, but more semifinalists. I never thought Dory and Nemo). And I loved the Eventually, Richard moved on to ries (homerooms), one each from recently it’s been a dream of my D.C. would get that many nomi- giant African elephant at the cen- the final round to go against sixth, seventh and eighth grade. teams’ at Himitsu. They are just nations. It puts all of us on the ter of the museum. Peter, leaving Robby in third The houses compete for a trophy as happy and proud as I am,” he map. It gives us competition, and Afterward, we did the Q?rious place. Peter and Richard again that will grant them early dis- wrote. makes D.C. a dining destination.” program. Like forensic scientists, started answering questions. After missal from advisory on their Ashok Bajaj, who is nominat- For Tien, what makes D.C. we solved an actual case by several rounds, Peter rose to the special lunch days. To be let out ed for Outstanding Restaurateur special in the culinary world is studying some clues found in the top and became the winner of the early on grill and pizza days is a and has Rasika in the Outstanding the diversity of offerings as well woods near a crime scene. We St. Patrick’s Geography Bee. He big deal, because the winners skip Restaurant category, is no strang- as the supportive nature of the studied human and animal bones completed a written test, and we the long line, saving 10 to 15 er to the James Beard. He has city, both of which inspire him. to figure out more about a possi- are waiting to see if he can com- minutes of lunch. The house with been nominated for the Outstand- “The city is so unique and has ble victim. We returned to school pete on the regional level and the most points will win the tro- ing Restaurateur award every food of every representation after a fun day of exploration. possibly move on to the national phy and early dismissal. year since 2008, and restaurants here,” he wrote. “You can see all — Elizabeth M., sixth-grader level. From there, Peter could The houses earn points by cor- owned by his Knightsbridge Res- the passion, hard work, and dedi- have the chance to win a scholar- rectly answering daily trivia dur- taurant Group have been honored cation from every restaurant and St. Patrick’s Episcopal Day ship. We wish him good luck! ing advisory and winning activi- several times. But even with that bar, small and big, on every block School — Henry Cohen, fourth-grader ties during assemblies. During the background, it was thrilling to of the city.” On a recent Friday afternoon, last assembly, each house had one make the list this year. But while changes are certain- 10 students from fourth through Washington International student from each grade piling “It means a lot. It’s a great ly underway in the D.C. food eighth grades participated in the School cups on top of each other to make honor — to be among the top 20 scene, Tien sees the attention National Geographic Geography My middle school has created a stack as tall as possible. Each to be considered is a great honor,” being paid to the city as overdue. Bee at St. Patrick’s. The competi- a house program to build positive house had 90 seconds to develop Bajaj said, referring to the 20 “I do believe the food scene tion started two weeks before as a inter-grade relationships, form a a strategy and plan, and two min- nominees in each category. “Rasi- here is evolving every second, written test administered to every- sense of belonging in a smaller utes to build the pyramid. The ka was named one of the top 20 every minute, every day. Howev- one in those grades. The top two school community, shape student winning pyramid was taller than a in the country. Both of those er, there has always been a lot of students from each grade then behavior through healthy compe- student. It was really fun to see awards means a lot.” talent in D.C.,” he wrote. “D.C. is advanced to the school competi- tition and foster student leader- how different students from each Since coming to the city 25 getting the recognition it deserves tion, which was last Friday. ship. Each house has a name in a grade interacted under pressure. years ago, Bajaj has been well- and I am so excited to see what is During Friday’s competition, different language, expressing a — Emily Muenzer, seventh-grader placed to watch the culinary evo- next!”

EVENTS first political satire show in Egypt. A dis- West End Interim Library, 2522 Virginia 6 p.m. Free; reservations required. Room of Genius, Mania, and Character.” 7 p.m. cussion will follow. Reception at 6:30 Ave. NW. 202-724-8707. 241, Bunn Intercultural Center, George- Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecti- From Page 21 p.m.; program at 7 p.m. Free. Doyle/For- town University, 37th and O streets NW. cut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919. man Theater, McKinley Building, Ameri- Concerts guevents.georgetown.edu. ■ A Women’s History Month program Auditorium, National Gallery of Art, 4th can University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. ■ The Martin Luther King Jr. Memori- ■ The Jewish Historical Society of on “The Glass Ceiling, Broken or Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW. NW. american.edu. al Library will host its monthly Brown Bag Greater Washington will offer a sneak Cracked?” will feature former U.S. Rep. 202-737-4215. Chamber Recital. Noon. Free. Martin peak into plans for a new Jewish muse- Ann Marie Buerkle, R-N.Y.; former U.S. ■ Tom McAllister will discuss his Performances and readings Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G um in Washington. 5 to 6:30 p.m. Free; Rep. Lynn Schenk, D-Calif.; former U.S. novel “The Young Widower’s Handbook,” ■ The Visiting Writers Series will fea- St. NW. 202-727-1291. reservations required. George Washing- Rep. Barbara Kennelly, D-Conn.; and a testament to the enduring power of ture Ada Limón, author of four books of ■ The National Symphony Orchestra ton University Museum and Textile Muse- Margaux Matter, chief of staff for U.S. love. 6:30 p.m. Free. Kramerbooks & poetry, including “Bright Dead Things,” a and violinist Simone Lamsma will per- um, 701 21st St. NW. 202-789-0900. Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y. 7 to 8:30 Afterwords, 1517 Connecticut Ave. NW. finalist for the 2015 National Book form works by Shostakovich and Brahms. ■ “The Work and Art of Writing: A p.m. Free. McGowan Theater, National 202-387-1400. Award for Poetry. 8 to 10 p.m. Free. 7 p.m. $15 to $89. Concert Hall, Kenne- Panel on Journalism in Ideas and the Archives Building, Constitution Avenue ■ Brad Gooch, author of “Rumi’s Abramson Family Founders Room, dy Center. 202-467-4600. The perfor- Arts” will feature Kathryn Schulz, Casey between 7th and 9th streets NW. 202- Secret: The Life of the Sufi Poet of Love,” School of International Service Building, mance will repeat Friday at 11:30 a.m. Cep, Nicole Chung and Sophia Merow 357-5000. will discuss “Rumi: The Sound of One American University, Nebraska and New and Saturday at 8 p.m. sharing reflections on an important turn- ■ Halcyon Stage’s “New Creatives Soul Speaking,” about the less-known Mexico avenues NW. 202-885-2972. ■ Singer-songwriter Steven Siekkinen ing point in their writing. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Conservations” will feature culinary lumi- life of the man behind that poetry. 6:45 ■ The Washington Ballet will present will perform, at 7:30 p.m.; and singer- Free; reservations required. Oak Room, nary Claus Meyer, one of the world’s to 8:45 p.m. $30 to $40. S. Dillon Ripley the classic ballet “Giselle,” about the songwriter Lawrence Trailer will perform, Fellowship House, Dumbarton Oaks most celebrated chefs and author of Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive SW. 202- promise and tragedy of young love. 8 at 10 p.m. Free. Gypsy Sally’s Vinyl Research Library and Collection, 1700 “The Nordic Kitchen: One Year of Family 633-3030. p.m. $33 to $130. Eisenhower Theater, Lounge, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com. Wisconsin Ave. NW. [email protected]. Cooking.” Conversation at 7 p.m.; recep- ■ Sheldon Whitehouse will discuss Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600. The ■ The Brokedown Hustlers and Burt ■ HumanitiesDC will sponsor a tion at 8 p.m. $30; reservations his book “Captured: The Corporate Infil- performance will repeat Thursday and the Dirt will perform. 8:30 p.m. $10. “Humanitini” happy hour focusing on required. Halcyon House, 3400 Prospect tration of American Democracy.” 7 p.m. Friday at 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sun- Gypsy Sally’s, 3401 K St. NW. “The Creative Economy and the DC Cul- St. NW. halcyonstage.org. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecti- day at 2 and 8 p.m. gypsysallys.com. tural Plan.” 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free; res- ■ David Grossman will discuss his cut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919. ervations required. Langston Room, Bus- book “A Horse Walks Into a Bar,” a sear- Discussions and lectures Thursday,MARCH March 2 2 boys and Poets 14th & V, 2021 14th St. ing short novel about the life of a stand- Films Thursday ■ Northwest Neighbors Village will NW. wdchumanities.org/humanitini. up comic. 7 p.m. $16 to $30. Sixth & I ■ The Martin Luther King Jr. Memori- Children’s programs present a talk by geriatric physical thera- ■ Food historian Francine Segan will Historic Synagogue, 600 I St. NW. 877- al Library — located in a historic building ■ Journalist Cokie Roberts will dis- pist Jason Dring — president of the D.C. present “At the Gilded Age Table,” a pro- 987-6487. designed by architect Ludwig Mies van cuss her book “Ladies of Liberty: The Physical Therapy Association — on ways gram highlighting the variety of foods, der Rohe and about to be extensively Women Who Shaped Our Nation.” 10:30 that physical therapy can improve bal- elaborate etiquette and entertainments Special event renovated for the first time — will host a a.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Con- ance and strength. 1:30 to 3 p.m. Free. enjoyed by the period’s upper crust. A ■ This month’s “Phillips After 5” screening of the documentary “A Legacy necticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919. Chevy Chase Library, 5625 Connecticut post-talk reception will feature tea sand- installment — “A Night in Montmartre,” of Mies and King,” which follows archi- ■ A “Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss” Ave. NW. 202-777-3435. wiches, lemon poppy seed pound cake inspired by the art of Henri de Toulouse- tect Francine Houben as she investigates event will feature a viewing of the origi- ■ Artist Matt Mullican — who rose to and sherry. 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. $50 to Lautrec, the Moulin Rouge and the Chat the past and present in order to design a nal animated “Cat in the Hat.” 4 p.m. prominence as part of the “Pictures Gen- $60. S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jeffer- Noir — will feature black cat-themed world-class library of the future. A Q&A Free. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 eration,” but whose more recent art son Drive SW. 202-633-3030. activities as well as opportunities to find with Houben and D.C. Public Library Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-727-1488. relies on his subconscious as material — ■ Nancy Raquel Mirabal, associate inspiration with cabaret music, libations executive director Richard Reyes-Gavilan ■ Frank Keating will discuss his book will discuss his work. 3:30 p.m. Free. professor at the University of Maryland at and sketching with a live model. 5 to will follow the screening. 6:30 p.m. Free. “Abraham,” about Abraham Lincoln’s life East Building Auditorium, National Gal- College Park, will discuss her book “Sus- 8:30 p.m. $10 to $12; reservations sug- Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, from boyhood to presidency. 7 p.m. Free. lery of Art, 4th Street and Pennsylvania pect Freedoms: The Racial and Sexual gested. Phillips Collection, 1600 21st St. 901 G St. NW. 202-727-0321. Children & Teens Department, Politics Avenue NW. 202-737-4215. Politics of Cubanidad in New York, 1823- NW. phillipscollection.org/events. ■ The “Media That Matter” series will and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. ■ Ruth Blakeley, professor of interna- 1957.” 7 to 8:30 p.m. Free; reservations feature a screening of Sara Taksler’s 202-364-1919. tional relations at the University of Kent requested. The Potter’s House, 1658 Sporting event documentary “Tickling Giants,” about Dr. and co-director of the Rendition Project, Columbia Road NW. pottershousedc.org. ■ The Washington Capitals will play Bassem Youssef, who left his career as a Class will discuss “Rendition, Detention, and ■ Clinical psychologist Kay Redfield the New Jersey Devils. 7 p.m. $35 to heart surgeon in Cairo after the Arab ■ The West End Interim Library will Interrogation in the Middle East: Vio- Jamison will discuss her book “Robert $613. Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW. 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