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WTOP: DC Delegate Introduces Bill to Create Memorial Site for Enslaved People at Georgetown Waterfront
The memorial would aim to “honor the enslaved individuals’ presence, celebrate their contributions to history and recognize their resilience and fortitude,” according to a news release.
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Stephanie Mercedes will be on-site at her piece, “Weight of a Rainbow,” a suspended light installation with a recorded a cappella choir featuring eight LGBTQ+ voices sharing their stories.
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Installation artist Stephanie Mercedes will be speaking about her collaboration with Georgetown GLOW called “The Weight of a Rainbow” on June 12.
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In her art installation “The Weight of A Rainbow,” part of the current Georgetown GLOW display, Stephanie Mercedes animates multi-colored lights to shine along with an accompanying song, from an a capella group comprised of eight LGBTQ+ folks. Mercedes will speak about her work and answer questions as part of the GLOW program’s Meet the Artist series.
Washington City Paper: Georgetown ‘United in Delight’ Over Planned Stephen Starr Restaurant
Restaurant owners, retailers, community organizations, realtors, and a notorious former councilmember dish.
DCist: Le Diplomate Owner To Open Italian Restaurant And Market In Dean & DeLuca’s Old Georgetown Spot
The restaurant will be located in the center of the building, while the 1,000-square-foot market hall — complete with gelato, espresso, and a bakery — will stay at the front.
Eater DC: Le Diplomate Owner Stephen Starr Reveals a Plan to Bring a ‘Mega’ Italian Market to Georgetown
The East Coast hitmaker says in a public meeting he’s working on a deal to bring famous L.A. chef Nancy Silverton to D.C.
Washingtonian: Le Diplomate’s Stephen Starr Will Open a Casual Italian Restaurant and Market in Georgetown
Starr is negotiating to partner with acclaimed California chef and baker Nancy Silverton of Osteria Mozza and Pizzeria Mozza for a casual mega Italian concept with fantastic pastas and a custom-made hearth in the middle to bake bread and pizzas.
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Now based in Georgetown, Green Almond Pantry’s 15-seat spot at the micro-food hall Grace Street Collective also boasts a communal courtyard, with dinner specials to-go.