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Treebox Vodka’s back at it with a neighborhood cleanup this Saturday (September 27). These cleanups are great ways to connect with neighbors, show some pride in Shaw, have some fun, and help the environment. Go here for updates and the most current information.Shaw September 2008 Neighborhood Cleanup Date: Saturday, September 27thTime: 10:00 AMWhere: 9th & […]

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Today’s election will decide who will hold the Ward 2 Council seat, held by incumbant Jack Evans for the past 17 years. The Washington Examiner gave rival Cary Silverman a ringing endorsement for the seat (check it out here). In relevant part, the Examiner states:
Ward 2: Cary SilvermanJack Evans, the powerful chairman of the […]

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Don’t forget that tonight’s the night to gather with Shaw LGBT neighbors and friends at Vegetate from 6 to 8 p.m.!Shaw LGBT Neighbor August ‘08 Happy HourVegetate1414 9th Street, NW202.232.4585

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Got a case of the Mondays? Well here’s something to look forward to: This Thursday night (August 21), there will be a Shaw LGBT Neighbor Happy Hour from 6 to 8 p.m. at the lounge at Vegetate. This is an opportunity for LGBT neighbors (and LGBT friendly neighbors) to meet and to reconnect over a […]

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Treebox Vodka wants to set a group record by having 30 volunteers show up at this Saturday’s installment of the Shaw Monthly Cleanup! This great monthly event really is a fun way to band together and show some pride for our great neighborhood. Below are the current details for Saturday, but go here for the […]

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Valentine’s Day

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Valentine’s Day is almost upon us. Here are a few last minute ideas if you’re currently plan-less:1. Dine Romantically at Vegetate - Vegetate (1414 9th Street, NW) will be serving a special multi-course Valentine’s Day tasting menu, with optional wine pairings. Check out the V-Day details here.2. Give a Basket O’ Goodness from Modern Liquors […]

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Shaw in Brief

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Here are a few of the things I would have written substantive posts about this week if a) my computer hadn’t been plagued with pop-ups that (until today) I couldn’t put an end to; b) work hadn’t been keeping me on overdrive; and c) my blogging motivation hadn’t been distracted by the super bowl, super […]

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Host your holiday event at one of the unique gathering spots in the Shaw neighborhood this year. The following are a few places you should consider:1. Engine Company No. 7 - This old firehouse located at 931 R Street offers over 5000 square feet of floor space, a modern kitchen with industrial Wolf stove, exposed […]

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It’s time for another installment of the Shaw monthly cleanup! The unstoppable Treebox Vodka reports that this month’s instalment will tackle litter around 5th street, Rhode Island, and the Montgomery School grounds. The cleanup will also incorporate some trash-oriented competitions. For more details and updates, go here.Shaw Monthly Cleanup - December 2007Meet: 5th Street & […]

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Back to the Grind

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Now that we’ve given thanks and taken some time off, it’s time to get ready for a busy month. Please email me at slumhistorique at yahoo dot com with any holiday events I should post about on this blog. I would also love to receive pictures of beautiful holiday decorations around the neighborhood that I […]

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