So I may have slacked off for a few months....
Tentatively add Dec 5, 2009 to your calendar. This is a repeat of last year's first event. More information is here:
http://www.nps.gov/anti/planyourvisit/luminary.htm
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Fruit Picking on Sat.
Here are the details:
LEAVING my place at 7:45 (arrive at my place before then!)
Likely taking several cars, PLEASE bring $2 - $3 for your driver for gas
Larriland farms is roughly 1 hour away
The following fruits will be avaiable: tart cherries, blueberries, beets, raspberries (black and red and might be a bit sparse), sweet cherries (will be sparse)
I will be picking several different kinds, so at least my car likely won't get back until about 1 (might be earlier, but if you are making plans this is the best time to shoot for)
Any other questions please ask
LEAVING my place at 7:45 (arrive at my place before then!)
Likely taking several cars, PLEASE bring $2 - $3 for your driver for gas
Larriland farms is roughly 1 hour away
The following fruits will be avaiable: tart cherries, blueberries, beets, raspberries (black and red and might be a bit sparse), sweet cherries (will be sparse)
I will be picking several different kinds, so at least my car likely won't get back until about 1 (might be earlier, but if you are making plans this is the best time to shoot for)
Any other questions please ask
Friday, June 12, 2009
What you missed at Hillwood
Here is what you missed at Hillwood (and this is just the outside! no photography allowed inside).
The next outing/adventure will be June 27 to pick blueberries, tart cherries and raspberries (if they are ripe)--weather permitting of course.
The next outing/adventure will be June 27 to pick blueberries, tart cherries and raspberries (if they are ripe)--weather permitting of course.
Friday, May 29, 2009
Hillwood museum and estate
The next DC adventure is June 6, 2009. We will be visiting Hillwood (http://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/). The mansion was owned by Marjorie Merriweather Post (heir to the Post Cereal fortune).
We will meet at my place to leave at 9:15AM. While the mansion is accessible by metro, it is a bit of a hike, so we will plan on driving, so in your RSVP please let me know of your willingness to drive or if you are in need of a ride.
The cost is $12 and this event is somewhat weather dependent (i.e. if it is raining we will reschedule), so if the forecast looks iffy contact me to see if we are still going.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Europe in DC
Saturday, May 9 is Europe in DC. The embassies open up their doors and allow you to experience a bit of their culture and food.
My plan is to hit the following embassies: France, Spain, Denmark, UK, Finland, Austria (if there is time) and then additional on the Celeveland Park route if there is time.
If you are interested in joining me, let me know.
My plan is to hit the following embassies: France, Spain, Denmark, UK, Finland, Austria (if there is time) and then additional on the Celeveland Park route if there is time.
If you are interested in joining me, let me know.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Azaelas, bonsai, and more!
It is time for the Azaela festival!
The National Arboretum has a huge garden of azaelas that when they are in bloom are a beautiful mass of color. This Saturday is supposed to be a beautiful day and the Azaelas should be in good form. So come one, come all!
I am toying with the idea of having a picinic brunch beforehand on the gras at the arboretum--so let me know if you are interested in doing that.
The plan:
Meet at my house April 25, 2009 at 8:30AM
Carpool to the arboretum (not really metro accessible)
Possible brunch on the lawn at the arboretum
See the azaela collection along with the bonsais, capital columns, etc. etc. (there is a LOT of ground to cover at the arboretum)
Return as needed, but likely everyone will be back before 1 (in time to wash your car on a beautiful day!)
Please RSVP and let me know what you think of the potluck brunch idea. --if you want to see pictures of last year's azealas search my personal blog for my photos and/or see http://www.usna.usda.gov/Gardens/collections/azaleablossom.html#Apr16
The National Arboretum has a huge garden of azaelas that when they are in bloom are a beautiful mass of color. This Saturday is supposed to be a beautiful day and the Azaelas should be in good form. So come one, come all!
I am toying with the idea of having a picinic brunch beforehand on the gras at the arboretum--so let me know if you are interested in doing that.
The plan:
Meet at my house April 25, 2009 at 8:30AM
Carpool to the arboretum (not really metro accessible)
Possible brunch on the lawn at the arboretum
See the azaela collection along with the bonsais, capital columns, etc. etc. (there is a LOT of ground to cover at the arboretum)
Return as needed, but likely everyone will be back before 1 (in time to wash your car on a beautiful day!)
Please RSVP and let me know what you think of the potluck brunch idea. --if you want to see pictures of last year's azealas search my personal blog for my photos and/or see http://www.usna.usda.gov/Gardens/collections/azaleablossom.html#Apr16
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Tour of the Unification Church
Finally...after a bit of a delay, I spoke with Reverend Williams today and set up a tour for this Saturday (March 7, 2009) at 11:30AM at the old DC LDS Chapel. Please come out and share a bit of time in the great weather. Afterwards we will hit up Schwarma King for a bit of a snack and then can head to other adventures if we choose to.
If you are interested in coming let me know so that we don't leave you. We will plan on leaving from my place at 10:45AM (leaving...so best to come a bit before). More than likely we will be taking metro to the Columbia Heights metro station. The cost will be $1.35 each way. Make sure to remember your cameras!
If you are interested in coming let me know so that we don't leave you. We will plan on leaving from my place at 10:45AM (leaving...so best to come a bit before). More than likely we will be taking metro to the Columbia Heights metro station. The cost will be $1.35 each way. Make sure to remember your cameras!
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
February Update
I just spoke with my contact at the Unification Church, unfortunately there is an event there this Saturday and thus I was unable to get a tour secured. However, I mentioned March 7 and he said that there is nothing currently on that date. I will contact him again on March 2/3 and confirm for a March 7 date--let's hope this time works!
Saturday, February 14, 2009
February Save the Date
February's DC adventure is tentatively scheduled for Feb 28, 2009. I realize, I'm pushing it, but that's how it goes sometimes.
The tentative idea is to take a tour of the old DC chapel (http://www.mormonhistoricsitesregistry.org/USA/washingtonDC/dcChapel/history.htm). I spoke today with the one of the current building administrators and he is willing to show us around the building. He was also in the area when the Unification Church (the current owners) bought the building from the LDS Church and thus has knowledge of how the building has changed a bit since.
If you plan on attending, please let me know as soon as possible since the tour is not regularly offered, thus I want to let the Reverend know beforehand how many people will be in our group.
The tentative schedule would be to tour the church around 11/11:30 and then afterwards, for those that are interested, go to Shawarma King which is just down the street.
Shawarma King is a new fast food restaurant in the area owned by individuals that moved to America 7 years ago from Bethlehem. They make their shawarama (offered in beef and chicken) and falafel in the traditional manner, including importing certain items from the Middle East to keep everything authenticate. I ate there recently and can attest it is definitely worth it--especially at only $5. (http://www.expressnightout.com/content/2009/02/the_shawarma_wars_new_eatery_has_falafel.php)
The tentative idea is to take a tour of the old DC chapel (http://www.mormonhistoricsitesregistry.org/USA/washingtonDC/dcChapel/history.htm). I spoke today with the one of the current building administrators and he is willing to show us around the building. He was also in the area when the Unification Church (the current owners) bought the building from the LDS Church and thus has knowledge of how the building has changed a bit since.
If you plan on attending, please let me know as soon as possible since the tour is not regularly offered, thus I want to let the Reverend know beforehand how many people will be in our group.
The tentative schedule would be to tour the church around 11/11:30 and then afterwards, for those that are interested, go to Shawarma King which is just down the street.
Shawarma King is a new fast food restaurant in the area owned by individuals that moved to America 7 years ago from Bethlehem. They make their shawarama (offered in beef and chicken) and falafel in the traditional manner, including importing certain items from the Middle East to keep everything authenticate. I ate there recently and can attest it is definitely worth it--especially at only $5. (http://www.expressnightout.com/content/2009/02/the_shawarma_wars_new_eatery_has_falafel.php)
Monday, January 12, 2009
Inauguration!
So for all those that are interested in hitting the mall...
Leaving from my place at 8:15AM. We will walk into DC, crossing the 14th St bridge for Mall access (public viewing area, no tickets). Please dress in several layers as well as bringing appropriate clothing. Remember to bring your camera, water, and some snacks.
Afterwards meeting back up in Crystal City for hot chocolate, snacks, and to discuss the funny/amazing/etc. things that we see in the crowds.
Leaving from my place at 8:15AM. We will walk into DC, crossing the 14th St bridge for Mall access (public viewing area, no tickets). Please dress in several layers as well as bringing appropriate clothing. Remember to bring your camera, water, and some snacks.
Afterwards meeting back up in Crystal City for hot chocolate, snacks, and to discuss the funny/amazing/etc. things that we see in the crowds.
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