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During the pandemic, sustained periods of uncertainty and isolation echoed through our lives daily. This was particularly true for Woodley Park in Washington, D.C. Woodley Park has always been shaped by its unique place, and its unique places, including tree-lined streets and turn-of-the-century homes, the National Zoo, and the presence of giant pandas! The pandemic […]

A casual new spot has appeared across from the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. Duke’s Counter, a cozy gastropub in Woodley Park, has introduced a panda-themed pop-up called the Bamboo Bar. It’s a perfect time, too; the zoo recently welcomed two new giant pandas, Bao Li and Qing Bao. Visitors will sip panda-inspired drinks and enjoy panda decorations

High-end coffee shop and convenience store chain Foxtrot made headlines after it announced the permanent closure of all its locations on April 23. The surprise decision blindsided employees, customers and suppliers alike and has raised significant questions about the legality of the shutdown. Questions are soaring as to whether Foxtrot’s (whose headquarters is at 1536 West Chicago

Woodley Park will soon be home to a new grocery store, which is sorely needed in the neighborhood. Capitol Grocer will be at 2616 Connecticut Ave, NW (formally a Mcdonalds), and it plans to be a full-service grocery store with beer and wine for off-premise sale. Residents have welcomed this new addition, as there has not