It’s been so hot and humid this week that even the squirrels are sound asleep.
DockDogs at The Wharf
The best thing we saw this week was a dog competition at The Wharf.
Exhibits
A couple of free exhibits we’d highly recommend:
MLK Library
An exhibit showcasing the cultural influences of D.C. on the U.S. over the past 250 years – through September 27th.
NGA
“Beneath the Surface” – an exhibit of photographs that shows the impact of extracting the resources that power our country – through August 23rd.
Construction and barriers
Construction at the White House continues, with the ballroom and the helipad.
Road closures are blocking off a lot of downtown in anticipation of the Grand Prix next weekend.
Lafayette Square remains blocked off and guarded:
On the positive side, work is continuing at the new urban park being built over the Connecticut Avenue underpass by Dupont Circle.
Stormy Weather
It’s been typical D.C. summer weather, with afternoon thunderstorms and dramatic skies:
Go outside!
Despite the heat, there are still great things to see outside:
Fabulous photos. Thanks for documenting the dog contest at the wharf. I miss that.
Thanks, Gina!