Ross School Children Art on View at 17th St. Adams Bank

FRI., May 9 (2pm): Children in the first through fifth grades from Dupont East’s Ross Elementary School will be arriving with their principal, Sandra Gonzalez, at the Adams Bank 17th Street branch (bet. Q & Corcoran Sts.) to celebrate the opening of their ART SHOW. We have already seen the works on display and marvel at their excellence. Everyone is encouraged to stop by to see the show through May 30 during regular banking hours (Mon.-Thu., 8:30am-3pm; Fri., 8:30am-3pm & 4-6pm; Sat.,9am-12noon).

Artist Scott Brooks’ New Paintings at Longview Gallery

Sat., May 10 (5-8pm): The Longview Gallery (1302 9th St.) will be holding an OPENING RECEPTION for its exhibit, titled “Under the Skin,” of new paintings by Scott G. Brooks. Billed as the artist’s largest exhibit of his work to date, the gallery’s press release informs that “these new paintings and drawings of his wide-eyed progeny are meticulously detailed, heightening the allure of their quirky narratives. Highlighted against a backdrop of social, sexual, and psychological themes, the details only reveal themselves after several viewings and close study — with new meanings developing at every glance.

Also to be shown at the opening reception will be the premiere of the most recent film in Brandon Bloch’s series showcasing Washington DC artists, this being a short film exploring Brooks’ creative process as he prepared for this exhibit. The exhibit will continue on view through June 7; gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wed.-Sun. For more info, call 232.4788 or visit www.longviewgallery.com; also, the artist’s own website, www.scottgbrooks.com.

Choral Concert at Augustana Lutheran Church

Sun., May 11 (5pm): The Parish Choir of Augustana Lutheran Church (New Hamp. Ave. & V St.) will be presenting the Office of Vespers and a free CHORAL CONCERT led by J. Thomas Mitts. The choir is nationally recognized for the high quality of its music. Twice in recent years the choir has been invited to sing for the American Guild of Organists. For more info, call 234-5315.

Dupont Circle ANC Monthly Meeting

Wed., May 14 (7pm): The Dupont Circle ANC will be holding its regular MONTHLY MEETING at the DC Jewish Community Center (16th & Q Sts.). Among the presentations, information, and action items on the agenda will be the following:

Presentation by a representative from the DC parks and recreation department (DPR) regarding S & T Street Parks, with a request for ANC approval of the final design prior to issuing bids for construction; presentation; presentation by a representative from the DC transportation department (DDOT) of the plan and specifications for the

reconstruction and resurfacing of 18th Street between Massachusetts and Florida Avenues; presentation by Jeannie and Lindsey Reishman from Coldwell Banker of the guidelines that will govern the selection of three movies to be screened at Stead Park on the evening of June 26, July 31, and August 28, with a request for approval of plans for noise and crowd control as well as clean-up procedure.

Report on the status of negotiations concerning Jacks’ Restaurant & Bar (17th St., bet. Q & Church Sts.) application for a renewal of its ABC license and to add three more tables on its sidewalk café.

Consideration of a resolution calling on the City Council and the police department to address the growing disturbances and security concerns related to tavern patrons in the vicinity of P and 22nd Streets; consideration of a resolution of support for effort of Circa (Conn. Ave. & Q St.) to comply with the federal Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), which will require the new door to open onto public space and the addition of planters on either side of the door for safety; consideration of modification of the West Dupont Moratorium to include two additional beer and wine licenses for existing restaurants on P Street, along with reassertion that no new tavern or nightclub licenses will be tolerated by the community.

Bloomingdale Neighborhood Yard Sale

Sat., May 17 (8am-2pm): It’s that time of year again – mark your calendars for the 5th annual Bloomingdale neighborhood YARD SALE sponsored by the Crispus Attucks Development Corp. Rain date, Sat., May 31. To be held in the private community Crispus Attucks Park (bet. the unit blocks of U & V Sts. & the 2000 blocks of N. Cap. & 1st Sts.; access through alley entrances), this year promises to be the biggest yard sale yet since it is being held conjunction with Mt. Bethel Church’s 7th Annual Health and Fitness Fair. For more info, call Andrea at 986-7680 or send email to CADCyardsale@att.net.

DC Opens Weekly Hazardous Waste Collection Location

Sat., May 17 (8am-3pm): Responding to the reality that the twice-yearly household HAZARDOUS WASTE/E-CYCLING collection events held at Carter Barron are clearly inadequate now-a-days, the city’s Public Works Department (DPW), effective on this date, is initiating a regular schedule of weekly drop-offs at the Benning Road Transfer Station (3200 Benning Rd., NE) to make it easier for residents to unload their toxic items and unwanted electronic goods. The even better news for readers of this newspaper is that later this summer — date to be announced — weekly drop-offs will be organized at the Ft. Totten Trash Transfer Station just north of Catholic University. For more info, call the City-wide Call Center simply by dialing 311.

Historical Society Hosts Urban Gardners Program

Sat., May 17 (10-11:30am): The Historical Society of Washington, in conjunction with DC URBAN GARDENERS, will be presenting a free program on “Creating and Maintaining a Beautiful Sustainable Garden” Master Gardener and local gardening coach Susan Harris who will discuss how to create a beautiful garden scheme – naturally — by choosing plants that require no pesticides, very little supplemental water and less work. Using stunning visuals, Harris will demonstrates ways to incorporate shrubs, trees and perennials into a beautiful, low-maintenance outdoor space that uplifts the spirit and protects the environment. You’ll also learn how to have a great lawn without toxic herbicides and artificial fertilizers. To be held at the Society’s headquarters, the historic former Carnegie Library in Mt. Vernon Square (K St., bet. 7th & 9th Sts.), reservations not required but will be appreciated and may be made by either calling the RSVP phone line, 383-1828, or by sending an email to RSVP@historydc.org.

Mid-City Artists’ Open Studios Event

Sat., May 17 & Sun., May 18 (12noon-5pm): Once again, the Mid City Artists’ group will be holding spring season OPEN STUDIOS event. The public is invited to the artists’ studios to view new work by over 20 member artists. Visitors can meet the artists in their creative environments and will get an opportunity to see how their art is made, and what materials are used in the process. Participating artists work in a variety of media — glass, metal, oils, acrylics, encaustic, neon, photography, found object and more. Most the studios are within walking distance in the area roughly bounded by Logan and Dupont Circles and U Street to the north. For more info, visit www.midcityartists.com where one can also download a map of the studio locations.

Wine Tasting in Adams Morgan

Wed, May 21 (6:30-8:30pm): AdamsMorgan MainStreet will be sponsoring another in its series of non-profit fundraiser WINE TASTING events, this month at HooplaDC (2314 18th St.), a “green” retail store – meaning fair trade, handmade, earth-friendly. Sampling of organic wines from De-Vinos and complimentary appetizers. Stroll out back and enjoy the carriage house space with eco-furniture and art. Win Door Prizes from Meep’s and Mint Fitness! $25 per person. For more info, call 232-1960 or visit www.AMMainStreet.org

GLBT Happy Hour Event at Wonderland Ballroom

Sat., Jun. 7 (5-8pm): Remember the old Nob Hill in Columbia Heights where the LGTB community gathered for many years for happy hour or the old Mr. P’s in Dupont Circle where happy hour convened on the large rear patio rain or shine? Some members of the newly formed 11th Street Neighborhood & Business Association in Columbia Heights remember and decided it would be a fun thing to host their first happy hour on the patio of the former Nob Hill, now the popular Wonderland Ballroom 11th & Kenyon Sts.) And, if the turnout looks good, these might become monthly or even bi-monthly events. All are invited, gay and non-gay. For more info and to RSVP, send email to DCLarry@aol.com.

SELECTED STREET CRIMES

Reported for April 1-30, 2008

Newton, 1600 blk.: person foiled attempt by another to forcibly take property from the person [6:45pm, Fri., 4/11]

Columbia, 1600 blk.: man’s property snatched by another on bike who rode up alongside him [4:15pm, Sun., 4/13]

W, 1200 blk.: man robbed at gunpoint by another but then struck in his head with the gun after a struggle following his having lunged at the gunman [9:30pm, Fri., 4/11]

9th & Fla.: person forcibly grabbed & robbed by 2 others [6:30am, Sat., 4/12]

12th, 1200 blk.: person’s property snatched by another [7:15am, Sat., 4/12]

17th, 1500 blk.: person stopped by man who asked “for a light” for his cigarette & when given the man snatched property from person’s hand [11pm, Sun., 4/13]

14th & Belmont: man accosted by another who pulled a gun, struck him with it causing him to fall down unconscious & was then robbed [9:45pm, Mon., 4/14]

Rhode Is., 1400 blk.: person approached by another who said, “Hi,” following which the greeter took some property from the other’s jacket pocket & then struck person several times in he face [10pm, Mon., 4/14]

Spring, 1400 blk.: man accosted by 8 others, knocked to the ground & robbed [10pm, Tue., 4/15]

11th, 3300 blk.: person accosted by 2 others who kicked & punched & then robbed [10:30pm, Tue., 4/15]

Clifton, 1400 blk. (alley): person robbed of property that fell to the ground as a result of being struck in the head by another with an unknown object following confronting that person to admonish about throwing rocks [3pm, Wed., 4/16]

Euclid & Georgia: person robbed by another who, when first refused, threatened to call over others to assault the person [3:15pm, Wed., 3/15]

14th & V: person accosted from the rear by 2 others who forced person to the ground & robbed [2am, Thu., 4/17]

Mt. Vernon (Pl.), 800 blk.: person accosted from behind by another who struck person on the neck & robbed [4pm, Thu., 4/17]

New York., 100 blk.: man standing next to his car approached from behind by 3 others, one of whom demanded, “Give me what you got,” whereupon he was robbed at gunpoint [11:15pm, Sat., 4/19]

R, 1800 blk.: man walking home had wallet lifted from rear pocket by another who came alongside [12:45am, Sat., 4/19]

R, 1800 blk.: woman accosted by man who was walking toward her & who pushed her to the ground & snatched her purse from her shoulder [10:15pm, Sun., 4/20]

Mt. Pleasant, 3300 blk.: man accosted by 2 others who knocked him to the ground & robbed him [3:15pm, Sun., 4/20]

Irving & Sherman: woman’s property snatched by man who approached [5:15pm, Sun., 4/20]

New Hamp., 3400 blk.: man riding his scooter approached by another man who knocked him off, got on it & drove off [11pm, Thu., 4/17] (incident bears distinct similarity to another that occurred in Columbia Heights on the same day in the mid-afternoon at 11th & Lamont Sts., as noted below)

11th & Lamont: man riding his scooter approached by another man who knocked him off, got on it & drove off [3pm, Thu., 4/17] (incident bears distinct similarity to another that occurred in Petworth on the same day in the late evening in the 3400 block of New Hamp. Ave., as noted above)

Spring, 1300 blk.: person accosted by another who struck with a brick causing person to fall to the ground & then robbed [12:45am, Sat., 4/19]

Belmont, 2000 blk.: woman accosted by 2 men who grabbed her by the hair & attempted to steal her property but gave up & fled [11pm, Thu., 11/17]

Georgia, 2600 blk. (alley): man accosted by 3 others who punched in the face & robbed him [5:45pm, Fri., 4/18]

14th & Girard: person accosted by 2 others displaying gun & demanding person’s property but that person struck both of then causing them to flee [8pm, Fri., 4/18]

13th, 2400 blk.: woman grabbed around her neck by 2 men who came from behind, assaulted & robbed her [6pm, Sat., 4/19]

13th, 1200 blk.: woman accosted by man who attempted to snatch her property & during ensuing struggle she was knocked & dragged to the ground & robbed [1pm, Sat., 4/19]

Church, 1700 blk.: man accosted by another who came from behind, grabbed him around his waist & robbed him [1am, Tue., 4/15]

13th & Columbia: man accosted by another who brandished a box cutter, demanded his property, to which he complied, but when robber started to flee, he was grabbed causing the property to fall to the ground so that the he fled without the property [10:30pm, Sun., 4/20]

13th, 1200 block (alley): carjacking — as man was pulling into his parking space another suddenly jumped in front of his car, then pulled him out, placed a knife to his throat, punched him & drove off in his car [10pm, Sun., 4/20]

N. Capitol & V: person robbed at gunpoint by 2 others [8:30pm, Tue., 4/22]

12th, 2100 blk.: person hit in the head by another who had approached & was then joined by 4 others & all of them beat person about the face & body while the one who had first approached grabbed person’s cell phone [9:30pm, Tue., 4/22]

2nd, 1900 blk.: man robbed at gunpoint by 2 others [10:30pm, Mon., 4/21]

18th & Kalorama: man accosted by 3 others, knocked to the ground & robbed of $50 cash & driver’s license [1:30am, Sat., 4/26]

N, 1900 blk.: man accosted by another from behind who demanded his wallet & when he refused man pulled gun, pointed it at his head & proceeded to rob him [1am, Tue., 4/29]

Corcoran, 1700 blk.: as man was attempting to open the door to his house another grabbed him from behind, reached into his pocket, removed property & then pushed him down the concrete steps [2:15am, Tue., 4/29]

Champlain/18th, 2200 blk.: persons on Marie Reed playground accosted by another who robbed them at gunpoint of cash and a wallet [11:30pm, Mon., 4/28]

N, unit blk.: 2 persons robbed at gunpoint who demanded, “Gimme your stuff” [1:15am, Thu., 4/10]

Columbia, 500 blk.: man accosted by another who seemed to have “come out of nowhere” & who shoved him onto his porch & robbed at gunpoint [11pm, Tue., 4/1]

Girard, 1200 blk.: person accosted by 2 others, punched in the face & head & robbed [11pm, Wed., 4/2]

S, 200 blk. (alley): man robbed at gunpoint by another of his keys [9:15am, Thu., 4/3]

Corcoran, 1500 blk.: man approached from behind by another who stated, “you know what I want,” & when he replied, “No,” he was knocked to the ground & robbed [3am, Thu., 4/3]

12th, 2100 blk.: person robbed at gunpoint by another [10:15pm, Thu., 4/3]

M, 400 blk.: person robbed by another who had hand in his pocket as if he had a gun [8:30pm, Thu., 4/3]

P, 1500 blk.: woman’s purse snatched from her arm by person who came from behind [9:15pm, Sun., 4/6]

14th & Newton: man accosted by 3 others demanding money & when refused was stabbed in the groin & robbed [8:30pm, Fri., 4/4]

Calvert, 1900 blk. (alley): man approached by 3 others asking for the time & when he pulled out his cell phone to see, they attacked him & robbed him [3:15am, Sat., 4/15]

Euclid, 1700 blk.: person struck on the head by another, rendered unconscious & robbed [3am, Sat., 4/5]

17th, 2400 blk. (alley): man who had just parked his car accosted by another as he was getting out, struck on the back of his head with an unknown object & robbed of cash [11:15am, Sat., 4/15]

Euclid, 1600 blk.: man approached by 3 others who snatched property from him [1pm, Fri., 4/4]

R, 1400 blk.: person attacked & robbed by 2 others [2:30am, Sat., 4/5]

T, 1300 blk.: person approached by man who stated, “I’m on crack; give me your keys,” whereupon a brief struggle ensued and ended when the man kicked the one claiming to me on crack & he fled [9am, Mon., 4/7]

Howard (Pl.), 600 blk.: man robbed at gunpoint of his cell phone [3:30am, Tue., 4/8]

T, 1400 blk.: woman robbed by 2 men who demanded her wallet & then asked if she had a cell phone, which she said she did not [12:45am, Wed., 4/9]

Park, 1400 blk.: 2 persons robbed by another wielding a screwdriver [6pm, Mon., 4/7]

Columbia, 1700 blk.: person robbed at knifepoint by 2 others following a struggle [2:15pm, Wed., 4/9]