The village

Square Dedicated to Joe Pozell

the georgetowner

MAY 2008

Photo: Ella Pozell and son Joseph during the ceremony on Saturday, May 2 in Georgetown where the city dedicated the intersection of Wisconsin and M Streets as Joe Pozell Square. Reserve Officer Joseph Pozell was hit and later died while directing traffic at t his intersection.

- CALENDAR EVENT -
MY PARADISE A Hundred Years of Finnish Architects’ Summer Homes Photographs – Films – Scale models Through June 8 (closed May 18, 22, 26, 30) Open daily 1–4:30 pm, free admission. This exhibition represents a unique opportunity to experience the summer homes of Finland’s most important architects. The exhibition consists of new photographs by photographer Jari Jetsonen and of original drawings and historical photographs from collections of private individual architects, the Museum of Finnish Architecture and the Alvar Aalto Museum. A significant addition to the exhibition is provided by scale models and films. Located at the Embassy of Finland 3301 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC Check hours: 202.298.5822  Info: www.finland.org.

- Georgetown Tree Box Winners -
Winners of the annual Georgetown Tree Box/Front Garden Competition, sponsored by the Georgetown Garden Club, have been announced. Award ribbons have been placed in the boxes and front gardens.
East Side
1st Place: 1675 31st Street
2nd Place: 2703 Dumbarton Avenue
3rd Place: 2701 O Street
Honorable Mention: 2722 N Street
West Side
1st Place: 3301 N Street
2nd Place: 1558 34th Street
3rd Place: 1627 35th Street
Honorable Mention: 3260 N Street

Tree boxes and front gardens (including pots and window boxes) were evaluated for plant suitability, maintenance, care of tree and overall design.