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January 11, 2021 · 7:38 am

Five Things for Today: January 11, 2021

A nature break in DC at Roosevelt Island

1. When I did a search for the best local places to hike with a dog, Roosevelt Island topped many a list. We’ve always loved the park in the Potomac for human hikes, and Teddy had a blast this weekend walking the trails and boardwalk and meeting lots of other pups along the way. It’s a great locale to keep in mind if you’re looking for a nature break in DC — with or without a furry friend. Read more about it and get details for visiting here.

2. A stroll through historic Kensington, MD, will offer families a self-guided, socially distanced outing to read the book The Mitten by Jan Brett in store windows. Everyday through the end of the month, the Ktown StoryWalk by the Noyes Children’s Library Foundation starts at Frankly…Pizza! (10417 Armory Avenue) and features pages from the wintry children’s book spread out over 15 storefronts — see a map of the .3-mile route. On Saturdays and Sundays, 9am – 4pm, a free craft kit tied into the book will be available for pick-up in a box outside the Noyes Library for Young Children (10237 Carroll Place). Families are encouraged to share a photo of the walk, a selfie at Noyes, and/or a photo of the completed craft on the Noyes Children’s Library Foundation Facebook page or post to Facebook or Instagram and tag @makemorenoyes.

3. The latest on DC Statehood, from WAMU’s 51st podcast.

4. I love that The Mom Edit has no qualms about expressing views on more than fashion. This post and this one are good, thought-provoking reads.

5. Alex Trebeck’s final Jeopardy! message.

Teddy & Teddy!

Five Things for Today: January 7, 2021

My family in our neighborhood, just blocks from our house… this is home.

1. A good post to check out today.

2. A statement from a voice of reason on yesterday’s events.

3. The answer to a question many are asking, and a call to action.

4. The major news that was overshadowed by the insanity of yesterday.

5. Truth.

Five Things for Today: January 6, 2021

Celebrating 12 years of one of my favorite very humans today… Happy Birthday, sweet Sash ❤️

1. The American Art Museum and Renwick Gallery may be closed to visitors right now, but you can still experience their art and programs at home. View exhibitions online, take a virtual tour, and explore the Family Zone with all kinds of crafts and projects to try along with video tutorials.

2. Ice Cream Jubilee is celebrating the new year and new White House with new ice cream flavors! Even better, they will be hosting tasting parties of special Inauguration Flavors where they’ll serve tasting flights of four mini-scoops (and a pint to take home). President-elect Joe Biden famously loves ice cream, so they want to use the sweet cold treat to spread enthusiasm for the new administration and get kids and families excited about elections, government, and our country as they watch the swearing in from home. Tastings will be offered this weekend, January 9-10, and January 15-24. Follow th link above and choose a ticket for the store location of your choice. Tickets are $22 + fees and include the 4 scoop flight + a take home pint. A special Inauguration Pack is also available for local delivery or pick-up. And if you’re not in DC, you can have Ice Cream Jubilee shipped to you!

3. Be aware of these DC road closures today due to the protest (and avoid going downtown altogether).

4. By special request from our birthday girl, dinner tonight will be take out from The Italian Store in Arlington. It’s really a treat for all of us, because it’s our very favorite place for pizza and subs. Anyone else? If not, what is your fave?

5. In honor of Sasha’s special day — and because it’s a fun watch, has a nice message, features the fantastic Phoebe Waller-Bridge (that look at the end!), and he is so adorable — here is Harry Styles’ newest video.