The Georgetown Metropolitan

3300 block of N St.

While springtime may be the best time of year around Georgetown, mid fall gives it a run for its money. It’s not just the natural beauty–although that’s part of it–residents pitch in too.

Whether it’s a simple pumpkin on the stoop, or something much more elaborate, Georgetowners really seem to get into the spirit of the harvest season. But some perennial favorites stand out. Of course the obvious one is Nancy Taylor Bubes’ house at 31st and Q, which gets into the Halloween spirit more than any other house:

But GM’s neighbor the Kenney’s bring their own Halloween charm to the streets with their daily-changing skeleton:

(as of last night it was a princess skeleton). Continue reading →

Photo by Mark Gray.

Good morning Georgetown, here’s the latest:

• Wider sidewalks coming to Georgetown this weekend!
• That Post article on racial profiling by Georgetown stores pretty much just ripped off the Georgetowner.

Potomac River

Photo by Mark Gray.

Good morning Georgetown, here’s the latest:

• Pop-up market in the attic of the old Georgetown mall.
• Georgetown businesses’ message app gets harsh attention. (And why does Georgetown always get called “cobblestoned”? There are only about 10 blocks with cobblestones.)

3200 block of R St.

Just a reminder: The annual Citizens Association of Georgetown gala will be held on October 23rd at the Four Seasons. After many years at the Russian and Italian embassies, this is the first time in a while that the gala will be held back in Georgetown. And nobody puts on an event quite like the Four Seasons. So come on out!

Photo by Mike Maguire.

Good morning Georgetown, here’s the latest:

• GU Hospital wants to build a $560 million new building.
• Why you’re overpaying for a Manhattan in Georgetown. (Why you’re drinking a Manhattan in the first place? GM can’t help you there…)

3400 block of Water St.

A new date has been announced for Volta Park Day (which was postponed due to the rain last weekend): November 1st. Everything else stays the same: It’s from 3 to 6 and will have rides, games, food, drinks and live music. See you there!