Events roundup: Expanding Union Station and telling DC’s story

Jump back into the post-vacation work week! Learn about the proposal for expanding Union Station and a new development just north of Brookland, hear stories from oft-neglected DC neighborhoods, help celebrate the community in Ward 6, and get a global view on the interaction between bikes and cars.

Union Station expansion: A new proposal could lead to a bigger, more modern Union Station, which is one of DC’s most important transportation hubs. Learn about the proposal and share you opinions at a public meeting next Monday, December 7, in Union Station’s Presidential Room (2 Massachusetts Avenue NE). Two identical presentations will be shared — one at 4:30 pm and one at 7 pm.

After the jump: stories from east of the Anacostia, a new development, a movie about bikes and cars, and Ward 6.

East of the Anacostia: When talking about DC’s history, people too often overlook neighborhoods east of the Anacostia River. Join several panelists and local historians this Wednesday, December 2, at 6:30 pm at 2200 Martin Luther King Jr Avenue SE to hear stories and discuss this important part of the District.

New development: Developer EYA wants to build new units at the St. Joseph’s Seminary at 12th and Varnum St NE. Head over to the ANC 5A meeting this Thursday, December 3, at 6:30 pm to hear EYA’s presentation on the project.

Bikes and/or cars: With the growing popularity on biking in DC, looking at the relationship between bikes and cars around the world can give perspective. Take a global look at the one-day only showing of “Bikes vs. Cars” this Sunday, December 6, at 1 pm at the Old Greenbelt Theater (129 Centerway, Greenbelt).

Awards for Ward 6: Next Monday, December 7, DC Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen is hosting the 8th Annual “Brickie Awards,” an awards show to highlight the people, places, and businesses that make Ward 6 great. Help celebrate the neighborhood and enjoy local restaurants at Eastern Market North Hall starting at 6 pm.

Calendar: Beyond what we’ve highlighted here, there are many other worthwhile events across the region. Check out more great events in our events calendar:

Do you know of an upcoming event that may be interesting, relevant, or important to Greater Greater Washington readers that should go on our events calendar? Send it to us at events@ggwash.org.