Dog Days of August Jazz – Final performance. 5:00pm – 7:00pm.
Free Live Jazz featuring Gracie Jay.
At Eastern Market under the farmer’s line shed.
Saturday, August 29
Capitol Hill BID is putting on a free Back to School Family Day event featuring music and our local first responders in Eastern Market Metro Plaza, 10am to 1pm.
This event will also include a backpack giveaway for children 5-18, while supplies last.
Scam Alert –“Invitation Email” Scam Circulating in Capitol Hill Community
by Larry Janezich
Posted August 27, 2026
Today, a Lincoln Park neighbor’s email was hacked and a “Special Invitation” phishing email was sent to a number of the neighbor’s contacts.
Replying to the email to inquire as to its authenticity produced a response assuring that the invitation was legit – despite its fraudulence.
Inquiries as to the authenticity of such an invitation should be by text or phone call.
The FTC has a Consumer Alert regarding deceptive online event invitations. Google FTC Consumer Alert invitation scam or search the topic elsewhere for more info.
Community Turns Out to Comment on New RFK Transit Plan
By Larry Janezich
Posted Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Tuesday night. WMATA held an open house at St. Coletta’s on proposed transit improvements for the RFK Campus. The meeting was the first of a series of meetings to be scheduled through the fall to provide an opportunity for the community to provide feedback on the proposed plans.
Councilmembers Charles Allen and Wendell Felder.
Allen said that “2030 is only 48 months away – opening day is only 48 months away… we have to move boldly but I know, for myself, I want to make sure it’s not just transit first in rhetoric but in results… I hope that tonight’s conversation is one where you’re able to give your feedback to us – whether it’s the Commandersor WAMATA or DDOT or Director Hanlon (DPW) – make sure you tell us what you like and don’t like – what your expectations are. That is going to be a big part of this.”
Some 150 residents turned out for the meeting.
DC and WMATA have agreed to a plan for a $300 million expansion of the Stadium-Armory station and the Gold Line rapid transit bus line that would run from Union Station to Stadium-Armory. Cost estimates of $1 billion to replace the station are prohibitive and would not be finished by 2030.
The plan anticipates construction on the Metro expansion phase will begin in 2028.
Election Notice – EMCAC – Eastern Market Community Advisory Committee Announces the Election of INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY RESIDENT
Posted Sunday, August 23, 2026
The Eastern Market Community Advisory Committee (EMCAC) will have an election by its members for the seat of Independent Community Resident. This will be done during its scheduled meeting on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the North Hall at the Eastern Market.
To qualify for election to a two-year term, the EMCAC Independent Community Resident representative is required to be a resident of the District of Columbia. Additionally, the individual so selected shall not be an officer, director, or chair of any committee in any of the Capitol Hill Community Organizations represented on the EMCAC, or a sitting Commissioner of ANC 6B. Election is by simple majority of the standing EMCAC members.
If you would like to put your name in nomination, we ask that you submit your name and short resume by September 23, 2026 to EMCAC at Jackie_Krieger@yahoo.com .
EMCAC is the District’s legislatively-established body entrusted with advisory and oversight responsibilities for the operations, management, and renovation of Eastern Market. Current members include representatives from ANC 6B, the Capitol Hill Association of Merchants, the Capitol Hill Restoration Society, the Eastern Market Preservation and Development Corporation, Stanton Park Neighborhood Association, Ward 6 Council Office, the Office of the Mayor, a Community Resident and representatives from the South Hall, the Farmer’s Line, and non-food merchants at the Market.
EMCAC cordially invites the community to all of our meetings. They are generally held on the last Wednesday of each month in the North Hall at Eastern Market, 7th Street and North Carolina Avenue, SE. Your comments or involvement on any of our committees is welcomed.
Jazz impresario Herb Scott on the sax at last Friday’s Dog Days of August Live Jazz performance at Eastern Market.
Vase Can-can. Wendy Smith. First Place.
Last Saturday closed out the Capitol Hill Art League’s Members (CHAL) Juried Exhibition at the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop.
CHAL members were invited to delve into the abstract, by sharing artwork that does not attempt to represent external reality, but seeks to achieve its effects using shapes, forms, lines, colors. The exhibition was juried by Kelly MacConomy. Here are the First, Second, and Third Place Winners.
Varenna Raindrop. Marilyn Saks-McMillion. Second Place.
In the Woods. Tara Hamilton. Third Place.
The pickle ball courts on the 100 block of Virginia Avenue under the freeway next to Garfield Park are online. The Robert M. Krughoff Pickleball Center at Garfield Park, was named after the grass roots activist who first established a guerrilla pickle ball court at the site back in July of 2019. Krughoff died before the new courts became operational. The courts operate entirely on a free, first-come, first-served basis.
Mr. Henry’s Celebrates 60 Years with a Gala on Saturday, August 29 at 7:00pm. Join the celebration with neighbors and friends.
The Week Ahead…
Monday, August 24
ANC6A Community Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting
Update and discussion regarding settlement agreement negotiations a substantial change request to a license to change hours of operation and alcoholic beverage sales, service, and consumption, and hours of live entertainment, for 618 Productions, LLC, dba Transmission, 1353 H Street NE.
New Business
Alcohol Applications
Discussion of an application for a New Retailer’s Class “C” Restaurant license for Indochine Cuisine and Lounge, LLC, 1025 H Street NE, 1st Floor.
Open house on Transit Improvements Proposed by WMATA for the RFK Campus.
St. Coletta of Greater Washington: 6:00pm – 8:00pm.
DC and WMATA agreed to a plan for the $300 million expansion of the Stadium-Armory station and the Gold Line rapid transit bus line that would run from Union Station to Stadium-Armory. The meeting will be an opportunity to provide community feedback on the plan.
Dog Days of August Jazz – Final performance. 5:00pm – 7:00pm.
Free Live Jazz featuring Saxophonist Gracie Jay.
At Eastern Market under the farmer’s line shed.
Saturday, August 29
Capitol Hill BID is putting on a free Back to School Family Day event featuring music and our local first responders in Eastern Market Metro Plaza, 10am. to 1pm.
This event will also include a backpack giveaway for children 5-18, while supplies last.
Dog Days of August Jazz – Every Friday in August now – thru 28th – 5pm-7pm
Free Live Jazz featuring Saxophonist Herb Scott
At Eastern Market under the farmer’s line shed.
Next Friday at Dog Days of August:
August 28th: Gracie Jay
Saturday, August 22
Last Chance to See CHAL Exhibit: Abstract – CHAL Members Juried Exhibition
Capitol Hill Art League (CHAL) members were invited to delve into the abstract, by sharing artwork that does not attempt to represent external reality, but seeks to achieve its effects using shapes, forms, lines, colors. The exhibition was juried by Kelly MacConomy.
The show runs to August 22, 2026, at, Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, 545 7th Street, SE.
Sunday, August 23
The Friends of Lincoln Park are hosting the 3rd annual back-to-school magic show.
The Great Zucchini in Lincoln Park – Sunday, August 23rd at 10:00am. Head to Lincoln Park on Sunday for the Friends of Lincoln Park’s 3rd annual back to school magic show featuring The Great Zucchini! The legendary DC magician will perform his hilarious 45-minute show near the Mary McLeod Bethune statue! Refreshments will be available.
Sunday, August 23
Congressional Cemetery – Battle of Bladensburg Wreath Laying Ceremony with the District of Columbia National Guard
10:00am – 11:00am | Free
On August 23, please join Historic Congressional Cemetery in collaboration with the District of Columbia National Guard for a Battle of Bladensburg commemoration beginning at 10:00 a.m. The ceremony will honor the dozens of D.C. Militia members buried at Congressional Cemetery who fought in the battle.
There are no ANC or community meetings that Capitol Hill Corner regularly covers which have scheduled meetings for the coming week. In addition to the photos below, there are other events which Capitol Hill Corner would like you to know about. (See below.)
Mott’s Market held its Grand Re-Opening last Tuesday night. Some 200 neighbors and celebrants turned out to welcome the event.
CM Charles Allen was among them, seen here engaging constituents.
So too, were Council Member at Large Elissa Silverman and Democratic nominee for Council Member at Large Elect Oye Owolewa.
Some local celebrities showed up – from right – Tom Sherwood, KoJo Nnamdi, and former WJLA news anchor Sam Ford. On far left, CM Allen.
Here’s a photo of the Washington Monument taken midweek from the Grant Memorial in front of the U.S. Capitol. In front is a viewing stand for next weekend’s NTT IndyCar Series street race. Photo credit: Nicky Sundt
The Week Ahead…
Capitol Hill Corner Would Like You to Know About:
Thursday, August 20
The Capitol Hillbillies host the Capitol Hill Swing Dance – 7:30pm – 9:30pm (Lesson at 7:00pm).
Live music. Laminate wood‐like floor. Admission: $10, teens $5
Location: St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 301 A St. SE; some parking
Dog Days of August Jazz – Every Friday in August now – thru 28th – 5pm-7pm
Free Live Jazz featuring Saxophonist Herb Scott
At Eastern Market under the farmer’s line shed.
Coming up at Dog Days of August:
August 28th: Gracie Jay
Sunday, August 23
Congressional Cemetery –Battle of Bladensburg Wreath Laying Ceremony with the District of Columbia National Guard
10:00am – 11:00am | Free
On August 23, please join Historic Congressional Cemetery in collaboration with the District of Columbia National Guard for a Battle of Bladensburg commemoration beginning at 10:00 a.m. The ceremony will honor the dozens of D.C. Militia members buried at Congressional Cemetery who fought in the battle.
The program will feature remarks from Congressional Cemetery and the DC National Guard, followed by a wreath laying at the grave of Private Andrew Coyle.
Following the ceremony, attendees are invited to participate in a guided tour highlighting veterans of the Battle of Bladensburg and the War of 1812 who are buried at Congressional Cemetery. Participants will also help place commemorative flags at their gravesites.
Cleopatra Ink Global Tattoo & Piercing Coming to Barracks Row
by Larry Janezich
Posted August 13, 2026
The former Mason & Greens – and before that – Dunkin’ Donuts, at 801 PA Ave, Barracks Row
The international company Cleopatra Ink is in the process of building out the former Mason & Greens at 801 8th Street, Barracks Row, in preparation for “opening soon.” Founded in 2014 in Turkey, the growing franchise operation of 150 studios in 17 countries has about three dozen locations in the United States, the closest in Baltimore.
The popularity of tattoos and piercing is likely to attract patrons to Barracks Row from across the city and the DMV, which 8th Street business owners will welcome. Reports from a recent CHAMPS (Capitol Hills Chamber of Commerce) meeting heard business owners expressing concern about the slow summer and lack of tourists.
Hours of operation for Cleopatra outlets differ according to location – the Baltimore studio operates daily from 10:00am until 8:00pm – but none appear to stay open later than 9:00pm.
The company has been criticized by ink artists for its corporate approach to creativity and for the sourcing of its proffered images. Other online critics indicate quality of services and personnel vary from location to location.
Yesterday – Wednesday – saw the opening of Jersey Mike’s at 221 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE. The sub sandwich shop is one of 3,500 locations in across the US and Canada.
Blackstone, LLC, a private equity firm, owns a majority share of the $8 billion company. The space is part of the bloc of buildings purchased by the Conservative Partnership Institute for use as its headquarters.
There are no ANC or community meetings that Capitol Hill Corner regularly covers which have scheduled meetings for the coming week. In addition to the photos below, there are other events which CHC would like you to know about.
ICYMI Here’s the menu for South Block Smoothies, Juices, et al., Coming to Eastern Market, 720 C Street, SE. South Block’s Founder Amir Mostafavi opened his first juice bar, Campus Fresh, in 2006 at George Washington University. South Block was launched in 2011 and now has outlets in Georgetown, Union Market, West End, and Tenleytown and other neighborhoods. The menu offers acai (“ah-sigh-EE”) bowls, smoothies, toasts, and juices. See full menu here: https://www.southblock.com/
Mott’s Market Celebrates Grand Reopening on Capitol Hill
Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at 233 12th Street, SE.
The grand reopening celebration will start in front of the Market and then move to the newly renovated back patio and will feature refreshments and entertainment for kids and adults. The reopened Mott’s offers groceries, coffee, sandwiches, wine, café service, and a welcoming patio designed to serve as a true neighborhood gathering place.
Program: Refreshments, live music by the Capitol Hillbillies, face painting, balloon animals, ceremonial giant 6-foot sandwich cutting, and remarks from community leaders and special guests. Expected participants: Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen, several ANC Commissioners, and market operator Peyton Sherwood.
Some stirrings at The Fridge: In the back alley at 516 1/2 8th Street, Barracks Row, SE, there’s some new paint on The Fridge.
And across the alley near the entrance to Betsy, Belga’s intimate roof top cocktail bar, the Fridge curated a new mural celebrating the life and work of Andrea Gibson, poet and gender/LGBTQ activist. “You Better Be Lightning” is a collection of poems by Gibson, a Colorado Poet Laurate who died in 2025. The work was painted by Nicholas Zimbro https://allofthecolor.com/ and commissioned by Big N Toasty https://www.instagram.com/bigntoasty/ More on Gibson here: https://bit.ly/4q1J3FX
Amy K. Bormet and her band kicked off Eastern Market’s Dog Days of August Live Jazz Performance last Friday night. Bormet is a talented pianist, vocalist, and composer and cofounder of Strange Woman Records. Here’s a link to the latter, which only scratches the surface of her accomplishments. https://www.strangewomanrecords.com/amyk
Here’s a view of the under-appreciated dome in the Museum of the American Indian.
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Capitol Hill Corner would also like you to know about:
Monday, August 10
Capitol Hill Cajun Dance hosted by members of the Capitol Hillbillies.
Hill Center from 7:00pm – 9:00pm.
Wood floor. Open Band. Admission: Free. Donations and snacks welcome.
Location: Hill Center 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Benjamin Drummond Hall (first floor). Metered parking on Pennsylvania Avenue, or free two blocks away at Shirley Chisholm Elementary School (10th & G SE).
Events from the Library of Congress. An Evening with American Folklife Center Artist-in-Resonance Amanda Pascali.
Located in Coolidge Auditorium, Thomas Jefferson Building 10 First Street, Ground Floor
7:00pm. Doors Open: 6:40pm. Free.
Amanda Pascali is the American Folklife Center’s 2026 Artist-in-Resonance and is a rising voice among America’s most ethnically diverse generation of young people. In this concert, Pascali will present an evening of what she calls “Immigrant American Folk,” which blends folk/Americana influences with Mediterranean, Balkan, and Latin rhythms to create powerful tales of America told through the eyes of immigrants.
Join Historic Congressional Cemetery for a guided introductory tour. Over 67,000 people are interred here, ranging from 1807 all the way until the present day. Their stories are American history in microcosm, all in 35 acres of the nation’s capital. Come and experience their extraordinary lives in a one of kind portal into the past. On this tour of approximately 90 minutes, one of our trained docents who will share the stories of some of Congressional’s
interred residents while walking the beautiful and scenic cemetery grounds.
Please come prepared with comfortable and weather-appropriate clothing and shoes, as the tours often stray from the main paths. Go here for tickets:
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