it was 232 years ago today / Tommy Jeff, he taught the band to play . . . Flickr user Brandon-J asks: What could possibly be more patriotic than Declaration author Thomas Jefferson at a (sparsely attended) Washingon Nationals game? And what're the odds he's packing heat under that red coat maroon frock? Happy birthday, America! EXIF.......

Flickr user annascialli catches an early Fort Reno arrival either preparing to groove to Monday's Bellman Barker show or trying to count the non-harmful 12.3 parts per million of arsenic in the Fort Reno soil.  Check the soil for yourself tonight as Perfect Souvenir, The Andalusians, and The Makeshift Shakedown take the stage. EXIF.......

Your Photo of the Day is brought you today by Flickr user Sarah Oh. Best Safeway Ever? Make your own jokes in the comments.......

"What a whimsical shot of someone's unmentionables!," says commenter (and yesterday's PotD winner) c00lmarie about this shot. Flickr user Hoffmann found these colorful undies hanging from a line at last weekend's Crafty Bastards fair at Pyramid Atlantic in Silver Spring and made it into a little downhome slice of Americana, set off against the gorgeous blue sky. And also reminds me, I need to stop at Target on my way home for some laundry......

There's a slight chance of showers in today's forecast. But hopefully, it won't be anything like the downpour that Flickr user c00lmarie caught on Saturday. This Frank Miller-esque shot was enough to get us to neurotically obsess about whether or not to tote an umbrella this morning. EXIF.......

Sorry, Flickr users, today's Photo of the Day comes from a local whose achievement in the field of biological, if not photographic, excellence dusts all y'all suckers. This is an ultrasound image belonging to friend of mine. It is not a joke; it is not a fake, and yes, of course I obtained her permission to post it here with the quite understandable proviso that I remove her name from it. Those of you......

Today's photo of some passing traffic "across from the gallery" is brought to you by mzv with one of my favorite cameras, the Holga. It's the kind of camera that you never quite know what you're going to get when you take the image, and made of pretty much all plastic -- you can get them pretty cheap.......

Today's awesome catch by Flickr contributor Bullneck was taken during the Presidents Race at the Nationals game against the Angels last night. Looks like someone needs to school those guys on how to run standing up. EXIF......

It seems that yesterday's double rainbow was even more popular with our Flickr contributors than last week's double rainbow. But today's photo of Thomas Circle by Flickr contributor lehnermd gives us this great color (and the assurance that no enhancements have been done to this photo). EXIF......

This photo of the Neptune Fountain by Flickr user starrienight seems straight out of Hans Christian Andersen. The water droplets play evocatively across the statue of the sea nymph, located at the Library of Congress.......

Flickr user mosley.brian had several strong contenders for today's PotD (especially this one and this one), but we're going with his "Well Placed Duck" because despite the durability of the simile "like water off a duck's back," these wily waterfowl just don't get the credit they deserve for their casual, unrelenting badassitude. Gaze at this fella and rest assured, Kimosabe, that like the abyss, he's gazing right back into you. EXIF.......

If you were not lucky enough to see the wonderful rainbow(s) yesterday, have no fear Flickr contributor brandonwu managed to get this fantastic shot from the artomatic building. It also seems like a few other DC photographers had their cameras with them too. Check out the pool for even more rainbow photos. EXIF......

Oh, snap. cstein96 reminds us all that bathing suit season has arrived. If you haven't yet shed those winter pounds and ounces, you better grab an extra t-shirt on the way to the beaches and swimming pools. And while you're at it, stear clear of Q Street as well, because there is a weight limit in effect. Ouch. EXIF.......

Flickr user andertho gives us this very moody image of the air force memorial close up. While it's being debated on his page if the sky is real, I'm going to have to say with the weather that the District has been having as of late that this is indeed a real sky. EXIF......

After enjoying a sea of colorful photos of this weekend's Pride Parade, something about this solitary, black and white shot of the Euclid Market struck us. User Sanjay Suchak positions the market set apart from everything else, the light above calling extra attention to the structure. EXIF......

Friday the 13th is day when everything goes all rubbery. Flickr user spinfly shows us this building on the Georgetown waterfront -- one that's never leaped out at us as being particularly arresting -- in a way that makes it look like an H.R. Giger-designed spaceship.EXIF.......

Today's photo, brought to you by Flickr contributor sally henny penny, was taken out on Fletcher's boathouse dock with all of their kayaks out under the moonlight. While the EXIF Data says it was taken it 4:31 p.m., it looks like it was taken much later in the evening.......

Thanks to joekerstef for uploading this colorful photo of D.C.'s iconic rowhouses in Adams Morgan to the DCist flickr pool. Anyone know the exact location of these gems? EXIF.......

While the Nationals may not be having the most stellar season in their new home, Flickr contributor michael starghill gets this great image of Garrett Mock in his major league debut. The Nationals went on to drop this game to the San Fransisco Giants 6-3. EXIF......

Sure, the worst of the storms were last week, but the weather couldn't quite calm down by Saturday night, when Flickr user Pianoman75 captured this shot from his window. We like the barely-there purple hue and the way the lightning weaves in and out the trees' silhouette.......

It's gonna be a hot one today, kids, and a hotter one tomorrow. Sounds like a great weekend to go to the movies -- or perhaps to stay in for some DIY fun with projected light. Shutterbug c00lmarie shows us how it's done. EXIF.......

Today's photo, compliments of the crazy weather last night and Flickr contributor Cordileran, gives us a great look at what looks like the Silver Spring Towers getting a little more electricity for their building while many others in the region were going without. Check out the EXIF for more info on how this image was taken.......

This intriguing photo by sintixerr definitely falls into the category of "Things that make you go hmm." Practicing spelling? Can't decide on a new nickname? Working on the G's with the kiddies? Whatever the context, the textural simplicity makes this one a winner. EXIF.......

The Skipping Hippy took advantage of one of the beautifully blue and cloud filled sky days that we have been having lately to snap this image of the recently re-opened Fort Reno park. EXIF......

There's something decidedly Speed Racer-esque about this shot taken by Flickr user staceyviera. We like the streaky, futuristic style, and how the Court House designation on the wall still remains visible.......

Now this is some great perspective. Flickr user ccandumplins took this shot of little Mia at Gravelly Point near National Airport. The choice of tones and the shallow depth of field bring the whole composition together.......

Flickr contributor ZM73 used geotagging to let us know exactly where this photo was taken. While it may seem that this bike path may bring you straight into a black hole, rest assured that it does continue on, though you may want to have a light on your bike if you want to navigate it safely.......

Mr. T in DC took this photo of a windpower themed globe at the U.S. Botanic Garden. Over 40 sculptures are included in their One Planet -- Ours! Sustainability for the 22nd Century exhibit, which opened last weekend and runs through October. Check out one of the many corresponding events (pdf) going on this summer -- and be sure to take a peek at what's in bloom while you're there.......

While most everyone is back at work today, today's photo by Flickr user noahdevereaux let's us reminisce about what you may have been doing during your long weekend off. And also remember that this will be a short work week, so we're already one day closer to the weekend.......

Although this great photo by mosley.brian was taken while spending the day in Cheverly, the District has its own owls as well, although a bit more caged. If you're around town this weekend, why not take advantage of the great weather and head to the National Zoo for a stroll? The zoo's Bird House has a Burrowing Owl and a Mottled Owl, as well as over 100 other birds throughout the park. EXIF.......