We are midway through the semester and in the week before my birthday temperatures dropped to the low 40’s here in DC. But later as my family visited from south Florida temperatures rose again…. I know, I sound like a weatherman.
I still went around town, with my umbrella and new gloves.
My “Taste of DC” class took me to U Street, where we ate at the legendary Ben’s Chilli Bowl before I had to do my presentation on the Duke Ellington mural. They say that if you have not been to Ben’s for a hot dog and chili, you have not been to D.C. Plain and simple. So much history at this place--it was one of the cornerstones of the golden years of the African American community of DC in the 50’s and it was the only business that remained opened during the ’68 riots in Washington. Sadly, Ben Ali the founder of the store passed away the day after we toured the placed.
With “Ben’s Chilli Bowl” historian, right across from Duke Ellington’s mural at the True Reformer Building
Another one of my class journeys took me to Washington’s National Cathedral. The longest-running construction project in Washington; started in 1907 and finished in 1990. Although work continues to be done, the National Cathedral continues to be a place of worship for those who seek a greater understanding of their faith. When you go there you want to get to the 7th floor…it’s a nice view.
That same weekend I went along with my family to Washington. Saturday wasn’t that cold so going around the mall with them was pretty enjoyable.
Finally, on Monday the 19th I joined a group of interns who were invited to “The Washington Center Gala 2009” at the National Building Museum. During the Gala and under the theme “In Service of a Nation” The Washington Center recognized the many ways in which individuals can impact nations and society through civic engagement.
In attendance were a number of alumni as well as presidents of universities. Bob Schieffer was the master of ceremonies and I had a chance to speak with him for a little while. We also got to see a design of the new TWC housing facility already under construction.
A group picture with some of TWC interns after the Gala
A great few last days, and we are already midway through the semester. I am ready to make the best of what’s left of the semester.
Next time I’ll give you some more insights into my internship and the programming at TWC.
I still went around town, with my umbrella and new gloves.
My “Taste of DC” class took me to U Street, where we ate at the legendary Ben’s Chilli Bowl before I had to do my presentation on the Duke Ellington mural. They say that if you have not been to Ben’s for a hot dog and chili, you have not been to D.C. Plain and simple. So much history at this place--it was one of the cornerstones of the golden years of the African American community of DC in the 50’s and it was the only business that remained opened during the ’68 riots in Washington. Sadly, Ben Ali the founder of the store passed away the day after we toured the placed.
With “Ben’s Chilli Bowl” historian, right across from Duke Ellington’s mural at the True Reformer Building That same weekend I went along with my family to Washington. Saturday wasn’t that cold so going around the mall with them was pretty enjoyable.
Finally, on Monday the 19th I joined a group of interns who were invited to “The Washington Center Gala 2009” at the National Building Museum. During the Gala and under the theme “In Service of a Nation” The Washington Center recognized the many ways in which individuals can impact nations and society through civic engagement. In attendance were a number of alumni as well as presidents of universities. Bob Schieffer was the master of ceremonies and I had a chance to speak with him for a little while. We also got to see a design of the new TWC housing facility already under construction.
With the two interns I work with and alongside A group picture with some of TWC interns after the GalaNext time I’ll give you some more insights into my internship and the programming at TWC.
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