RED RIBBON BRIGADE Photographers Protest Against Arrest (In Support) of Nancy Shia TONIGHT in ADAMS MORGAN

Freelance photographer and National Press Club member Nancy Shia who is a Commissioner of the ANC 1C-06 District was arrested early last Sunday morning while photographing police conduct during the chaotic bar closing hours of a crime plagued area of Adams Morgan.

A group of photographers and civic activists have formed the RED RIBBON BRIGADE and will GATHER AT ANGLES TONIGHT (Saturday, 25 October 2008) for a a demonstration in support of Nancy Shia to take place from 11 pm until after closing.

Click image to read entire RED RIBBON BRIGADE Press Release dated Friday, 24 October 2008 from event organizer Kirk Callan Smith.

24 October 2008 Friday's Photo of the Week

Men At Work (Construction Workers) . Waterfront Station

4th and M Streets, SW, WDC . Tuesday morning, 21 October 2008

2008 Fridays' Photos of the Week

Future of Lower 8th Street, SE Community Meeting - Wednesday, 29 October 2008

The construction of the I-395 freeway separated lower 8th Street, SE from upper Barracks Row and led to the demolition of some of the historic street frontage. Lower 8th Street has not experienced the same level of economic and physical revitalization that can be seen on upper Barracks Row. However, these blocks are strategically positioned between the Capitol Hill neighborhood, the historic Navy Yard campus, and the new development occurring in the Capitol Riverfront and surrounding Nationals Park. Lower 8th Street could become a destination gateway that provides an exciting connection to all of these areas.

A 7pm community meeting will be held on Wednesday evening, 29 October 2008 at the Friendship House (619 D Street SE) to discuss the future of 8th Street, SE south of the I-395 Freeway with Urban Planning Masters students from the University of Maryland.

Click above image to read entire Capitol Riverfront Connections E-News Update dated Thursday, 23 October 2008 for details regarding the event.

Here is my 8th Street Historic District, SE, WDC photo set.

First Annual RACE TO REMEMBER 5K draws more than 500 in benefit of National Law Enforcement Museum

Organized by the Washington DC Metropolitan Police in benefit of the National Law Enforcement Museum, the first annual National Law Enforcemont Officers Memorial RACE TO REMEMBER 5K was a triumphant success as several hundred volunteers and supporters cheered the more than 500 running participates on.

First assembling at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial at Judiciary Square just off F Street between 4th and 6th Streets and directly across from the National Building Museum from 6:15 until 8:15 am a Pre-Race Rally was held just before the 8:32 am step-off.

The race would then proceed east on F to 3rd Street, NW, and south on 3rd to Pennsylvania Avenue which is where it veered left until First Street, NW. South on First Street pass the US Capitol through the National Mall until Independence Avenue in SW and then left until First Street, NE.

Proceeding north to East Capitol Street, east on 2nd Street, NE, and then west onto Independence Avenue, SW, runners passed the Library of Congress and the US Supreme Court along the way.

On a return trek along Independence Avenue the Cannon, Rayburn and Longworth House and Congressional Buildings were to their left and the US Capitol Grounds and US Botanic Gardens appeared at their right before a final stretch north along 3rd Street through the National Mall to E Street, NW.

Where a final rush or stride to the triumphant Finish Line brought them back to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial grounds and directly across from the future site of the National Law Enforcement Museum.

Though I did not stay for the entire After The Race Ceremeony here is the NLEOMF blog article "Truly ... A Race to Remember" which gives an excellent rundown of the event.

Here is where you can find the official results by searching for Race to Remember: National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial 5K - 19 October 2008. According to the official results here is my photo of the first two runners Andrew Duncan (#444) of Las Vegas NV and Antonio Eppolito (#343) of Albuquerque NM just seconds before they reached the finish line at 5:19 and 5:20, respectively.

Though still under construction here is my NLEOMF Race to Remember 5K - 19 October 2008 photo collection at Flickr.

And the following represents my video projects from the event:

• Assemblance & Pre-Race Rally - NLEOMF Race to Remember - 19 October 2008
• Step-off / Start Line - NLEOMF Race to Remember - 19 October 2008
• Finish Line - NLEOMF Race to Remember - 19 October 2008
• Compilation - NLEOMF Race to Remember - 19 October 2008

Visit 2008 Race to Remember to access my documentation of this historic event.

17 October 2008 Friday's Photo of the Week

My Thursday Afternoon Trip to Baltimore via MARC Train from WDC

AMTRAK Police - Penn Station - Baltimore MD

Thursday afternoon, 16 October 2008

2008 Fridays' Photos of the Week

Colton Ford's LIVE PERFORMANCE at Apex-DC TONIGHT

Adult film entertainer, TV star and recording artist COLTON FORD will appear tonight in a LIVE PERFORMANCE at the APEX NIGHTCLUB in WDC.

Click flyer for event info and to read excerpts from APEX-DC Newsletter dated Thursday, 16 October 2008.

Who You Gonna Call ... For TV Repair?

When more than a year ago that the cable connector in the back of my RCA TV broke off ... and in sharp contrast to many years ago ... I was able to find only a few tv repair shops in the yellow pages.

After speaking with one particular shop in NE WDC who said that on such a minor job that they do not not like to do home service since the job may be more involved than what first was expected but if I were to bring it in that they could have it repaired within a day or two for about $75, since I do not have a car, I decided to purchase a new one instead.

I took the subway out to Best Buy at Pentagon City and returned with a Toshiba for a little more than $250. And since then the RCA has been sitting on top of the dresser drawer in my bedroom. And while I could and have used the DVD / CD player the TV, itset, was not much of an issue since I never sleep in the bedroom.

Until recently ... when guests stayed at my apartment for the funeral of one of their family members.

When searching the yellow pages last Saturday for TV repair services in the WDC area I found even less options than I had a year or so ago. After calling the three or four listings, the first who returned my call was William Davis of Davis Electrics.

When I inquired if I could bring the TV to his shop on Saturday, Sunday or Monday he said that it may would be best if he made a home visit. Which, quite frankly, was fine with me. The cost, for home service would be $112.36.

We made telephone arrangements for a Tuesday morning visit, sometime between 9 am and 12 noon. His voice and mannerism was such that when I received a return call from one other TV repair service company that I found in the Yellow Pages ... thanking him for having returned my call I told him that I had already made arrangements with another company.

When Mr. Davis telephoned me shortly after 11 am on Tuesday, 14 October to inform me that he was on his way to my apartment ... mentioning that I was between Waterfront Mall and Fort McNair I gave him instructions of what he needed to do to enter excess through the complex's gate.

Arriving shortly before noon, Mr. Davis conducted his business in a most professional and friendly manner. Within the hour, he had restalled the cable connector and made sure, before leaving, that it was in proper working order by first testing it out on the cable box in the living room.

Though his fee was $112.36, and handed him $120.

So, if you were to ask me who would I call if I were in need of a TV repair service my resounding answer would be WILLIAM DAVIS of DAVIS ELECTRICS at 202-332-2555.

His shop is located at 1522 U Street, NW, WDC.

My Secondi Consignment photo featured in the October issue of DIY City Mag DC

When in early September that I received an email from Deb of DIY City Mag requesting permission for use of my Windows of Dupont Circle photo of the Secondi Consignment Clothing store on Connecticut Avenue in their forthcoming issue that would highlight artists and artist resources in WDC ... I, of course, said yes.

An online magazine that celebrates the independent artist and the Do-It-Yourself spirit, founders / editors Deb and Wendy launched their first issue in February with a focus of NYC, of course. A second issue published in July focused on New Orleans.

Released on 6 October 2008, the third issue highlights WDC.

Click the cover below to read the DIY City Mag E-News dated 10 October 2008 informing me of the October issue of DIY City Mag DC.

You will find my Secondi Consignment Clothing image on the Flickr Contributors and Fav Vintage & Thrift Stores pages.

Also of note are featured articles on Scenic Artisans' Sean Hennessey who since our first encounter during the 2006 Downtown Holiday Market I have made a point to keep abreast of his work and Mike Berman of Diverse Markets Managment who since the 2005 Downtown Holiday Market I have reported on many times.

Bead Designer Alan Covert who I always enjoy running into at Eastern Market or the many other Diverse Markets Management events that we have encountered each other ... is also featured.

DIY City Mag is an EXCELLENT ONLINE publication and one that I think deserves some recognition! I think I'll shoot an email off to Martha Stewart.

Take a look at the DYI City Mag DC October 2008 issue and I'm sure that you will agree.

And here are the February 2008 NYC and July 2008 New Orleans issues as well.

10 October 2008 Friday Photo of the Week

My Trip To and From Carl's Barber Shop

Windows - Dupont Circle North / Connecticut Avenue

Kramer Books . 1517 Connecticut Avenue, NW, WDC

Thursday evening, 9 October 2008

2008 Fridays' Photos of the Week

Josh Wood Productions New Monthly Party Alert: BOOTLEG at Santos Party House - Saturday, 18 October 2008

Click image to read Josh Wood Productions E-Alert dated 9 October 2008.

Eagle Bar NYC Newsletter - 9 October 2008

Click image to read Eagle Bar Newsletter dated 9 October 2008.

JustCircuit.com News Flash - 9 October 2008

Click image for JustCircuit.com News Flash dated 9 October 2008.

Open Invitations to NYC Street Photographer Lorenzo Domínguez's "25" Exhibition & Book Launch Party (24 & 25 October 2008)

NYC street photographer and an HP's 2008 Be Brillant Artist Lorenzo Dominquez, aka Lorenzo!, will be holding two "25" events over the weekend of 24 - 25 October 2008.

On Friday night, 24 October, the public is invited to the free 5 - 7 pm opening reception of the 25 Decisive Moments: The Beauty of Life on The Streets of New York City, 2005-2008 exhibition at Jay-Z's 40/40 NYC Club at 6 West 25th Street at Broadway.

50% of net proceeds from print sales will be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, The NY LGBT Community Center, The Little Church Around the Corner and 2008 New York Life United Way Campaign.

Then on Saturday, 25 October and in celebration of 25th anniversaries of the PDN PhotoPlusExpo, Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the New York LGBT Center ... the public is invited to Lorenzo's 25! Book Launch Party at the Red Sky Bar and Lounge at 47 East 29th Street.

Register for FREE until October. $10 tickets after 20 October.

All attendees will receive "Jazz Performance" debut album by jazz artist Mark Rapp, a dance party with notable DJs including DJ John Davis of Body & Soul and DJ Soundwave, an open bar of sponsored liquors·, a gift bag with materials from event sponsors and a chance to win one of many raffle prizes.

50% of net door proceeds will benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure, The NY LGBT Community Center, The Little Church Around the Corner and 2008 New York Life United Way Campaign.

Click above image to read Lorenzo's 4 October 2008 blog posting regarding the 24 - 25 October NYC 25 Events. Or to register for events or learn more about Lorenzo! visit 25lessons.com.

The Eagle Bar NYC is in search of MOVIE EXTRAS w/ Leather Wardrobe for Director ANG LEE's "Taking Woodstock"

Winter Party Festival 2009 Florida Resident Passes on Sale Now!

First-Ever National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial 5K RACE TO REMEMBER - 19 October 2008

On Sunday, 19 October 2008 law enforcement officers, family members, friends and other supporters will participate in the inaugural 5K "Race to Remember" to benefit the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund and the campaign to build the first-ever National Law Enforcement Museum.

Every day, law enforcement officers put their lives on the line for our safety and protection. Organized by the DC Metropolitan Police Department, this inaugural 5K "Race to Remember" is a chance to show your appreciation for the service and sacrifice of law enforcement - and enjoy a running course that takes you past some of the pillars of democracy in the Nation's Capital.

Starting at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, DC's historic Judiciary Square, runners will race the streets of our Nation's Capital, passing some of our country's most recognizable and cherished landmarks, including the U.S. Capitol, the Supreme Court, the Library of Congress, the National Mall and various Smithsonian institutions.
AwardsA variety of prizes, including unique law enforcement-related merchandise, will be awarded to the top three men's and women's runners overall, as well as the top two runners (men and women) in standard 10-year age categories.

At a fee of $25, online registration closes at 6 pm on Thursday, 16 October 2008.

Click image for details.

Schlocktober 'Horror & Cult' Film Festival at The Pioneer Theater / NYC

Wanna see something really scary?

During the entire month of October the Two Boots Pioneer Theater will present Schlocktober 2008 - the largest single-screen 'Horror & Cult' Film Festival in NYC's history.

Click flyer to read the entire Two Boots Pioneer Theater E-Newsletter dated Thusday, 25 September for details.

Dj David Knapp collaborates wtih Centaur Music for 2008 White Party CD

As the first DJ to mix a benefit CD for a charitable circuit party event, The White Party / Miami, Centaur is thrilled to announce that David Knapp will once again mix the Official White Party CD with Centaur for the 2008 White Party Week taking place this November.

A staple on the White Party Week schedule for many years over the past few decades, David is excited to return to the tea dance party at Amnesia during White Party Week. His new White Party mix will be available in late November (including iTunes) and will once again benefit Care Resource.

David's White Party mixes are true classics and are available now starting at Centaur Music for only $9.98:

1998 1999 2000 2001 2004

Click image to read entire Centaur Music Update dated Thursday, 25 September 2008.

26 September 2008 Friday's Photo of the Week

Jogger on Barracks Row in the Captiol Hill Historic District

8th Street between G and I Street, SE, WDC

Monday afternoon, 22 September 2008

A 2008 Fridays' Photos of the Week

Jim Lucio (Defekto) to launch TRANS-AM Party in Bmore!

Though still in negotiations and planning stages ... Jim Lucio, aka Defekto, will soon launch the weekly or bi-weekly TRANS-AM PARTY at the Zodiac in Baltimore.

Lucio says "What I really want to happen with this party is to bring back the social aspect of going out and meeting friends and new people as well as to host music, performance and of course, to offer a comfortable home to all of my trans friends and anyone else looking for an alternative to your typical "dj night."

Click the image to read the entire Thursday, 25 September 2008 E-News which provides details regarding Jim Lucio's TRANS-AM Party.