The Week Ahead…& Some Photos from the Past Week
by Larry Janezich
Posted December 1, 2025
Holiday Display at the US Botanic Garden
The theme of this year’s US Botanic Garden Holiday Display is “Dino-mite” featuring large-but-mostly-not-life-size models of dinosaurs which ruled during the Cretaceous Period from 145 million years ago to 66 million years ago. As with the displays of models of Washington landmarks inside the conservatory, the models are all made from plant parts. Some of the animals depicted in the outdoor landscape which also features a G-gauge model train display are shown below. The exhibit is free and runs through January 4th (closed Christmas Day). For more, go here: https://www.usbg.gov/holiday
Pterodactyl – smaller than you might think, it had a body about a meter long. Not a true dinosaur, but belongs to a group of flying reptiles.
Parasaurolophus – belongs to a genus of duck-billed dinosaur. Known for its sizable cranial crest which was likely used to enhance communications and hearing.
Triceratops – the name means “three horned face.” Recent interpretations claim the horns and face shield were more likely associated with courtship and dominance displays that for defense.
Argentinosaurus – at 100 feet long and 150,000 pounds, one of the largest animals that ever lived. Discovered in 1987.
Tyrannosaurus rex – 40 feet long and 18,000 pounds. Diet: carnivore.
Here’s the 2025 Congressional Holiday tree – a 53 foot Red Fir from Nevada – awaiting its illumination at 5:00pm on Tuesday, December 3. If you’re think that this year’s tree sooks smaller than last year’s tree, you’re correct. Last year’s tree was an 80 foot Sitka Spruce from Alaska. The tree will be lit from dusk until 11:00pm, through January 1.
The Week Ahead…& Some Photos from the Past Week
by Larry Janezich
Posted December 1, 2025
The Week Ahead…
Monday, December 1
ANC6b Planning & Zoning Committee will hold a virtual meeting at 7:00pm.
- For info on how to join the meeting, go here: https://anc6b.org/
Agenda:
- Historic Preservation Agenda for 232 Kentucky Avenue SE
ANC6C Alcohol and Cannabis Licensing Committee usually meets on the first Thursday of the month but has not yet posted a notice on its website.
Tuesday, December 2
ANC6b Alcohol Beverage & Cannabis Committee will hold a virtual meeting at 7:00pm.
- For info on how to join the meeting, go here: https://anc6b.org/
Among items on the draft agenda:
ABC Renewals
- as you are. – 500 8th Street SE. Renewal of Class “C” Tavern License with Entertainment Endorsement.
New Applications/Substantial Changes
- Good Stuff Eatery – 303 Pennsylvania Avenue SE (ABRA-078027), Substantial Change from a Retail Class “D” Restaurant to a Retail Class “C” Restaurant.
Protests/Other Updates
- High Demand 11th Street SE. Request to Modify/Extend Hours.
- Ambar – 523 8th Street SE. Ongoing negotiation regarding settlement agreement and protest hearing. Parties have requested continuance while discussions proceed.
- ALOHA – Medical Cannabis Retailer (Second Application). 539 8th Street SE. Second application for medical cannabis retailer license, including Delivery Endorsement. ANC6B has retained legal counsel (Kerry Verdi) to assist with protest.
- Continue Discussion for “Vision for Barracks Row”/Roundtable PlanningFinalization of Roster for Barracks Row Roundtable
MPD 1st District Community Advisory Committee Hosts an In-Person and Online Community Meeting for public feedback on safety, security and policing from 6:30pm to 7:30pm.
Location: Autozone Building at 1208, H Street, NE.
- For info on how to join the virtual meeting, go here: https://1dcac.com/
Agenda:
- Chinatown
- The Wharf
- The Navy Yard SE
- Capitol Hill, Old City, H Street NE Shooting
- 1300 block of H Street and update on drug arrests on 8th Street, NE
- G Street and K Street NE safety concerns
- H Street NE crime and drug concerns
- Follow up on burglaries, car jackings/stolen auto and homicides
- Policing update on 14th Place NE and other areas
- Update 15th and Independence SE
- North Capitol Street, NE and NW
Wednesday, December 3
ANC6C Planning, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee usually meets on the first Thursday of the month but has not yet posted a notice on its website.
ANC6B Transportation Committee will hold a virtual meeting at 7:00pm.
- For information on how to join the meeting, go here: https://anc6b.org/
Agenda:
- Traffic Issues in Intersections in 6B05.
MPD 1D CAC will hold its monthly virtual meeting from 6:00pm – 7:15pm.
For info on how to access the virtual meeting, go here: https://1dcac.com/
Among items on the agenda:
- Crime trends
- Community engagement
- How to prepare for a safe holiday season
- Looking ahead into 2026.
Thursday, December 4
ANC6C Transportation Committee usually meets on the first Thursday of the month, but has not yet posted a notice on its website.
Eastern Market Community Advisory Committee will hold an in-person and virtual meeting at 7:00pm in the North Hall of Eastern Market.
- How to join the virtual meeting: TBA
Agenda: TBA
Capitol Hill Corner would also like you to know about:
Now through Sunday, Jan 4, 2026
The Folger Frost Fair
Celebrate the season with a month-long winter festival at the Folger. Enjoy festive decorations, holiday music, free activities, and more.
For details, see here: https://www.folger.edu/whats-on/programs/folger-frost-fair/
Now through March 1, 2026
The National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Skating Rink is open.
For more info, go here: https://bit.ly/3XqWBh2
Thursday, December 4
19th Annual “Brickie” Awards –6 to 8 p.m. at Skyline 609, located at 609 H Street NE. Free.
“Join Councilmember Charles Allen for the 19th Annual “Brickie” Awards to celebrate the Ward 6 neighbors, organizations, groups, and businesses that go above and beyond to make Ward 6 a great place to call home.
Brickie Awards will be presented in five categories:
- Neighbor
- Community Organization
- Business
- Public Service
- Civic Pride
The evening will include free delicious food and drinks, plus support from .Ward 6 businesses.
RSVP by Monday, December 1 here: https://bit.ly/4plJV76
December 5 – 14
Folger Library Event.
Resplendent Joy: Christmas Traditions from Spain and Portugal, December 5-14, $20-65
Folger Consort will perform early Spanish Christmas carols and traditional holiday music from early modern Spain and Portugal.
For more and for tickets, go here: https://www.folger.edu/whats-on/resplendent-joy/
Sunday, December 7
Hill Center Event: Sunday, December 7 – 5:00pm – 7:00pm – $20
Stone Room Concerts @ Hill Center: Make the Yuletide Gay Featuring Crys Matthews, Heather Mae, and Flamy Grant.
Register Here: https://bit.ly/49K9wSs
Sunday, December 7
Congressional Cemetery Holiday Market
Celebrate the Season at Congressional Cemetery’s Third Annual Holiday Market!.
Join us on Sunday, December 7th from 11:00am – 4:00pm for one of DC’s most charming holiday traditions.
Now in its third year, our Holiday Market has grown into a festive gathering of local artisans, neighbors, and visitors.
For more and a list of vendors, go here: https://bit.ly/3XuLwLM
Leaf Collection in underway. Here’s a link to DPW’s real-time leaf collection tracker. https://dpw.dc.gov/leaf On Monday, December 1, leaf pick up will start in Section 6C.
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