Men's Basketball Welcomes American, Hosts Block Party Wednesday

Beyond the barricades: Lakewood’s block party culture fosters community, builds traditions

Julie and Shawn Warren pose with their castle creation. [Photo credit: Matt Bixenstine] Julie Warren smiled and greeted bike parade participants as they pedaled off the brick street and into her driveway to partake in coffee and donuts. “Good morning! Welcome to our castle.” The tradition might not actually date back to medieval times, yet it’s enough to make neighbors feel like royalty. Residents of Lakewood’s Virginia Avenue celebrated their 5…

Men's Basketball Welcomes American, Hosts Block Party Wednesday

GW men's basketball opens up a three-game homestand on Wednesday as it welcomes crosstown foe American for a 7 p.m. tip. on ESPN+. Prior to the game a free Athletics Block Party, presented by Northwest Federal Credit Union, will take place on 22nd Street between F and G Streets, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Free food, games and entertainment will be available for all fans.