Today will be sunny and breezy, with highs in the 60s. This photo was taken on the National Mall yesterday. See DCist photos for more recent photos.
Kites, Some Blossoms On the Mall: Attendees of the Smithsonian’s 39th annual Kite Festival struggled with gusty winds and cool temperatures yesterday after the festival was delayed one day due to rain. Meanwhile, over at the Cherry Blossom Festival, the famed flowers seem to me finally making an entrance. See race results from yesterday’s Cherry Blossom 10-Miler.
Nats Dress Rehearsal Goes Smoothly: Although the Nationals lost to the New York Mets 4-3 at yesterday’s exhibition game at RFK stadium, the game went off without any major hitches. Aside from some neighbors angry over the nonexistent parking plan and some other small glitches, the stadium’s $18 million renovation seemed mostly complete. Check back later today for a weekend sports recap.
Pope Remembered in D.C.: As the Pope was remembered yesterday at religious services, NBC 4 notes his 1979 trip made him the only pope to visit Washington D.C.
