On Sunday, May 3 at 9am, local concept Tz’ikin Cafe will open a coffee cart pop-up, marking the first dedicated coffee purveyor at Art Place.
Founded by a husband-and-wife team hailing from El Salvador and Guatemala, respectively, the DMV-based cafe focuses on Central American coffee traditions and direct sourcing, with beans coming from a family-run farm in El Salvador. The menu features drinks like the Horchata Latte, an espresso made with horchata-infused milk, alongside seasonal flavors like honey lavender.
You can find the cart inside Explore! Children’s Museum
DPR Announces Camp Riverview Lottery Registration Now Open—Expanded Free Camp Opportunities for DC Youth
(WASHINGTON, DC) – The Mayor Bowser Administration and DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) announced that registration for Camp Riverview is now open through a new lottery system. Beginning today, Monday, April 27, 2026, eligible District residents can enter the lottery to secure their spot at one of DC’s most unique and transformative summer camp experiences—completely free of charge.
Camp Riverview is a full-service overnight and day camp for youth ages 8-13 located on the scenic Potomac River in Scotland, Maryland. Operating from June 22 through August 7, 2026, the camp offers campers an immersive outdoor experience where they build confidence, make lifelong friendships, and develop a deep appreciation for the natural world.
“This year, DPR is expanding access to Camp Riverview by transitioning to a lottery registration system—the same proven process we use for our day summer camps,” said DPR Director Thennie Freeman. “This is an incredible opportunity for DC families to access a world-class camp experience that would be prohibitively expensive elsewhere. Camp Riverview is truly one of the region’s most unique free summer offerings.”
Camp Riverview is not just another summer camp—it is an extraordinary journey into the natural world. Campers participate in hands-on environmental science programs, boating and water activities, nature-based exploration, and outdoor adventures led by skilled, dedicated instructors. From wildlife encounters to nature trails along the Potomac, every day at Camp Riverview is designed to inspire wonder, build self-confidence, and foster a lifelong commitment to environmental stewardship.
How the Lottery Works
The Camp Riverview lottery is designed to be simple and fair:
Lottery Opens: Monday, April 27, 2026
Lottery Closes: Monday, May 4, 2026
Results Announced: After lottery closes, results will be sent via email to the address registered with your DPR account
Enrollment Confirmation Deadline: Sunday, May 17, 2026
Selected families will receive an \”enrollment offer\” email with a link to sign in to their DPR account and view their camp enrollment options. It is critical to monitor email during this period, as enrollment offers will be sent only to the email address on file with DPR.
Camp Riverview is exclusively for District residents and is completely FREE. There are no registration fees, tuition, or hidden costs. All campers receive meals, lodging, activities, and instruction at no charge.
For more information about Camp Riverview, including session dates, age groups, and frequently asked questions, visit Campriverview.splashthat.com or call DPR Customer Care at (202) 673-7647.
LRCA will award Academic Excellence Scholarships of up to $2,000 to eligible graduating high school seniors and eligible college or trade school students who demonstrate academic achievement, financial need, and a commitment to community impact. Must live within the boundaries of LRCA.
In response to 7 crashes in the 2022-2024 period with 2 of the crashes involving pedestrians/bicyclists, DDOT is proposing safety treatments at 1st Pl NE and Galloway St NE listed below and depicted in Figure 1.
Installation of Overhead RRFB (Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon)
Installation of an overhead RRFB at the existing crosswalk at the north leg of intersection of 1st Pl NE and the Fort Totten Metro parking lot entrance
Installation of a stop bar markings for both directions on 1st Place NE for the bike/pedestrian crossing
Installation of a New Crosswalk
Installation of a new crosswalk at Galloway St NE
Installation of two ADA ramps at the new crosswalk
Installation of pedestrian crossing signs
Sign Installation
Installation of 20 mph speed limit signs
Installation of a driver feedback sign
I support a lot of these proposals.
I think the speed limit should be 15 mph on 1st Place instead of 20 mph though. It is 15 mph on Galloway by the small parking lot. Cars and buses tend to fly around the bend along 1st Place. With the addition of a new crosswalk and the existing crosswalk closer to Riggs, to me it would make sense to maintain the lower speed limit.
A neighbor suggested and I agree that the right southbound lane leading to the restricted bus bays should be a marked “Bus Only” lane. People have taken to stopping in that lane, sometimes for long periods of time.
I like the idea of the new crosswalk on Galloway just south of the large parking lot. I just wonder if it is in the right place. I know sometimes the buses bunch together or stop along 1st Place just before the restricted bays. I suppose drivers would know not to stop in the crosswalk and if they do need to stop, then they need to provide enough distance for daylighting. Also, I think there should be a sign indicating that bikes may be crossing too, not just pedestrians.
It is still feels a bit chaotic for bike riders around the station. A multi-use path is supposed to be constructed on the south side of Galloway between South Dakota & 4th Street. National Park Service stated in February of this year that they had final plans for the design but that “a last-minute issue, raised by DC Water, regarding potential soft soils under the project may require a re-examination of the final plans.” So far, I have not heard any more updates. Until that path gets constructed, I wonder if it would be worthwhile to add sharrow markings to the road on Galloway. I know sharrows do not really do anything but maybe a reminder that bikes can use the road will help make things feel a little less chaotic around the station.
Submit your comments on NOI-26-235 on the NOI portal by June 8.
LRCA will award Academic Excellence Scholarships of up to $2,000 to eligible graduating high school seniors and eligible college or trade school students who demonstrate academic achievement, financial need, and a commitment to community impact. Must live within the boundaries of LRCA.
For voice-only participation on a telephone, dial +13092053325,,81506605246#
Meeting ID: 815 0660 5246
Call to Order & Roll Call, 2 minutes
Administrative Items, 6 minutes
Instructions for participation in virtual webinar and in-person, 1 minute
Approval of March 2026 Regular Public Meeting Minutes and amended February 2026 Regular Public Meeting Minutes, 2 minutes
Treasurer’s Report, 3 minutes
Commissioner Updates, 20 minutes
Community Concerns, 15 minutes
Please use the “Raise Hand” button via Zoom or *9 via telephone to speak.The Commission will provide details regarding how to present community concerns at the start of the virtual meeting. This is the time for questions or statements from members of the public about issues on the agenda or other areas of concern. Please limit your statement or question to one minute. You may contact members of the Commission before and after Commission meetings.
Reports, 12 minutes
Barbara Rogers, Community Engagement Director, Ward 4 Councilmember Janeese Lewis-George (3 minutes)
Dr. T. Michelle Colson, Ward 4 State Board of Education Representative (3 minutes)
Dr. T. Michelle Colson, Ward 4 State Board of Education Representative (3 minutes)
4B Community Safety & Support Committee (3 minutes)
Presentations, 25 minutes
DC Board of Elections, to discuss ranked choice voting, 17 minutes
Tischa Cockrell, Friends of Riggs-LaSalle Recreation Center, to discuss Riggs Park Day grant request, 8 minutes
Consent calendar, 2 minutes
Resolution #4B-26-0401 Grant Award for Friends of Riggs-LaSalle Recreation Center – Riggs Park Day
Resolution #4B-26-0402 In Support of BZA Case No. 21450, Child Development Center at 6511 Piney Branch Road NW
Resolution #4B-26-0403 In Support of Legal and Safe Use of ATVs in Public Spaces, 8 minutes
Adjournment
Please check the Commission’s website for additional information: anc4b.com
Contact your Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner:
Doug Payton, 4B01@anc.dc.gov
Shamina Christian, Chair, 4B02@anc.dc.gov
Keenan Courtland, 4B03@anc.dc.gov
Charlie Mayer; 4B04@anc.dc.gov
Tamira Benitez, 4B05@anc.dc.gov
Tiffani Nichole Johnson, Vice Chair and Treasurer, 4B06@anc.dc.gov
Michael Cohen, 4B07@anc.dc.gov
Garrett Moore, 4B08@anc.dc.gov
Danielle Geong, 4B09@anc.dc.gov
Jinin Berry, 4B10@anc.dc.gov
The next ANC 4B Planning Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
The next ANC 4B Regular Public Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
The bike lockers are five cents/hour up to $1.00 a day.
Smart racks are free to reserve through the app. A credit card is required for verification only.
Park your bike for a maximum of 5 days at a time.
Some of the old U-racks have been replaced and are available for use. Old ones in the center median still remain with parked bikes. Bikes must be removed from the old racks by May 8.
Bike removal tag. Photo courtesy Gavin.Old bike parking Fort Totten station.New standard bike racks Fort Totten station. Bike repair station. Photo courtesy Gavin.Bike locker Fort Totten station. Photo courtesy Gavin.Bike parked at smart rack Fort Totten station.Smart bike rack parking instructions.Smart rack help number. Photo courtesy Gavin.Smart rack BikeLink app. Photo courtesy Gavin.
Plymouth Congregational and New Hope Baptist United Churches of Christ host a food pantry 10am-12noon on the fourth Saturday of each month at 5301 North Capitol Street NE.
As a reminder, there are several other food pantries in and around the neighborhood.
DC Bilingual Public Charter School Family Food Market (1st Friday monthly, October through June) 33 Riggs Road NE 11:00 am-1:00 pm Produce & shelf stable items For more information, email uejimofor@dcbilingual.org Sponsored by Capital Area Food Bank
Impact DMV Church(1st Saturday monthly) 5335 1st Place NE 11:00 am-1:00 pm Groceries
Faith United Church of Christ (3rd Wednesday monthly) 4900 10th Street NE 9:00 am (food usually runs out by 11:30 am) Produce market and diaper bank
For more information, contact faithuccdc@gmail.com or 202-635-7777.
LaSalle-Backus Elementary School Family Food Market(Typically 3rd Thursday monthly, October through June) 501 Riggs Road NE (enter on Madison Street side of campus) 3:30 pm-5:30 pm (people start lining up as early as 2:30) Produce & shelf stable items
Riggs-LaSalle Recreation Center(3rd Saturday monthly) 501 Riggs Road NE (enter on Nicholson Street side) 11:00 am Fresh produce, canned goods, & fresh quarter chicken Sponsored by Andre Lee (Lee Little League)/Feed My People Ministry
Mastiha Taverna, one of the vendors at the UDC Lamond-Riggs market, is looking for part-time counter help at their Union Market location, with the biggest need on weekdays.
Reliable, friendly, and food/hospitality-inclined individuals are welcome. If you know anyone who fits that description, please have them send an email to info@mastihataverna.com.
[Ed. Note: Neighbors near or interested in the 801 Buchanan Street NE project should join the distribution list for ANC Commissioner Emily Singer Lucio (5A03). That is the best way to get regular updates about this project. I am not following this project closely.]
From ANC Commissioner Emily Singer Lucio:
Now that the Conway Education Center is complete, the next project will be the demolition of the old Kennedy School building and the construction of the townhomes. The developer has asked to meet with us to give us an update and share a proposed change to the plan. I have scheduled a meeting for Monday at 7:00 pm.
Please encourage all of those within 200 feet to attend the meeting.
ANC 5A Office (ANC 5A) is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Motion to designate the Office of Advisory Neighborhood Commissions (OANC) as the sole agent for 5A solely for the purpose of completing the initial setup, account registration, and 3-year renewal of your supplier profile in the District’s DIFS and PASS systems. Including the Automated Clearing House (ACH) Direct Deposit Authorization Form.
Motion to approve AV/Communications Contract
Commission Action Items/Updates
Motion to amend letter for Boystown Public Space
DC 2050 Committee (co-chairs Keith Sellars 5A01 and Dyanna Weston 5A05)
Taylor Street Joint Committee
Reports & Presentations
The Office of Campaign Finance will give a brief presentation on the Agency’s Campaign Finance Programs.
Art Place at Fort Totten is holding a Pop-Up Art Market on June 20, 2026, and July 18, 2026. They are seeking vendors in the following categories: jewelry, crafts, candles, painting, artwork, body and skincare, baked goods and more.
Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb is seeking nominations for three trustee to run the DC Healthcare Access Trust. The Trust was established as a result of the Attorney General’s review of the sale of Providence Hospital, and it is intended to support the operation of an urgent care center on the Providence Hospital campus, or other charitable healthcare serving the community in the area around the Providence campus.
Nominations must be received by April 8, 2026.
Learn more and nominate a candidate via the online form: oag.dc.gov/Trustees.
OAG will hold two public meetings to share information about the DC Healthcare Access Trust trustee nomination process and answer community questions:
Virtual public meeting on 3/18/26 When: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 6:30pm – 7:30pm Where: Online webinar (link provided after RSVP) RSVP:oag.dc.gov/ProvidenceMarch18
In-person public meeting on 4/2/26 When: Thursday, April 2, 2026, 6:00pm – 7:30pm Where: Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Library, 5401 South Dakota Ave NE, Washington, DC 20011 RSVP:oag.dc.gov/ProvidenceApril2
Next Stop...Riggs Park 