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| "My Prince George's County" |
Monday, January 26, 2015
Monday, November 17, 2014
Fresh locally grown food on H Street
If you'd like to support your community when purchasing some of the freshest and tastiest food from our region, FRESHFARM Markets' H Street location is a real good look. The non-profit organization supports local farmers and artisans throughout the Chesapeake watershed. They've been operating on 13th, between H and Wylie Streets, NE since 2004. The remaining 2014 events will feature grass-fed meats, fruits, veggies, eggs, pastries, flowers and more. They'll take place on Saturdays from 9am-Noon until December 20. Click below for a few additional shots from last Saturday.
Tuesday, October 21, 2014
Taste of DC
We checked out Taste of DC during last week's holiday weekend. We were impressed with the crowd, especially on a Sunday prior to a 4 p.m. Redskins game. Although these Yelp comments feature mixed reviews, we were extremely satisfied with our traditional outdoor festival go-to meal. Here's an old-school hint... you can't go wrong with the freshly grilled teriyaki chicken on a stick.There's usually a long line, but it's definitely worth the wait.
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Saturday, September 27, 2014
The 2014 H Street Festival
An estimated 125,000 folks came out to the annual H Street Festival last week. Here's some footage from the 2014 event:
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If the video does not appear below, CLICK HERE
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
NoMa Summer Screen's final viewing of the season
According to nomabid.org, the NoMa Summer Screen film series is scheduled to go on this evening. If you're not familiar with the series, check out this previous OnOurBlocks post. Tonight's viewing of Hook, which is appropriately a family-friendly film featuring Robin Williams, starts at 7 PM. As always, several food trucks will be onsite. Click below for a list of culinary options and recent pics from earlier this summer.
Thursday, August 7, 2014
DMV Connections... A national morning show host
Which of the following morning show personalities grew up in Prince George's County Maryland, where she attended Bowie High School?
A. Kelly Ripa
B. Gayle King
C. Kathie Lee Gifford
D. Hoda Kotb
Tuesday, August 5, 2014
Update... Dollar Tree opens at Hechinger Mall on Benning Road
In an earlier post, we told you that the Dollar Tree at Hechinger Mall was expected to open on July 7, 2014. After a brief delay, we can now report that the store was open and operating on August 1, 2014. From the looks of things during our visit, this should prove to be popular location in the Northeast quadrant of the city.
Thursday, July 31, 2014
Pret A Manger Opens on Capitol Hill
Pret A Manger has opened at 3rd & Pennsylvania Avenue, SE. The former Cosi location announced its opening with a live DJ and free samples. The international chain has stores in the UK, Hong Kong and France. The US region currently operates in New York, Boston, Chicago and DC. This is the eighth location to open in the District.
DMV Road Trip... The Northern Neck of Virginia
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| Courtesy Google Maps |
There's not much like a nice road trip to recharge your spirit from time to time. On a recent excursion, On Our Blocks traveled to the historic Northern Neck of Virginia. A relatively short drive down Maryland's route 301 over the Harry W. Nice Memorial Bridge will expose you to some of the region's historical treasures. For more about the birthplace of George Washington and a day cruise to Tangier Island,CLICK BELOW.
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Another Dollar Tree is coming to DC
Dollar Tree is scheduled to open at the former Hechinger Mall on Benning Road. According to workers installing the sign in the photo above, the store will begin conducting business next Monday (July 7, 2014). Patrons of the nationwide chain, which operates in all of our 48 contiguous states, know that all items sell for $1 or less. Many may feel that that this is a welcomed neighbor in the H Street/Benning Road corridor.
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
DMV Connections... The 2014 USA World Cup Soccer Team
Congratulations to the USA World Cup Soccer team, which won their first match this week against Ghana. Their next match takes place Sunday at 6:00 PM against Portugal. This edition of DMV Connections recognizes which one of the following USA team members, who attended DeMatha Catholic High School in Prince George's County Maryland?
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| courtesy worldfootball.net |
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| courtesy bleacherreport.com |
D. John Brooks
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DMV Legal... Redskins Trademark Canceled by United States Patent and Trademark Office
According to The Washington Post, the USPTO has canceled the Washington Redskins' trademark registration. CLICK HERE for more.
DMV Media... Live broadcasts of Mystics games delivered free to mobile devices
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| Courtesy WNBA.com/mystics |
The app reportedly offers viewers six camera angles, instant replays and team stats. It is available on devices within a 75-mile radius of DC. For more, check out this June 16, 2014 announcement from Monumental Network.
Sunday, June 8, 2014
A video update on the H St./Benning Road streetcar & H St. development
On Saturday, we got footage of DC officials providing an update on the progress of the streetcars along H Street and Benning Road. Check out the video footage below.
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IF THE VIDEO DOES NOT APPEAR, CLICK HERE.
Tuesday, June 3, 2014
DMV Connections... International Athletic Brand Founder
Which of the following founders of a major athletic brand is a native of the DMV?
A. Phil Knight- Nike
B. Kevin Plank - Under Armour
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| Courtesy: Harvard Business Review |
C. Chip Wilson - Lululemon
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| Courtesy: Forbes.com |
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