1015 ½ 7th Street, NW

The placard for Flirt Cocktail Bar and Social Club says:

“New Class “C” Tavern with a Seating Capacity of 100 and Total Occupancy Load of 280. Read More

From Events DC:

“This message provides an update regarding the streetscape construction activity underway through October 2023 on the exterior of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. This construction includes removal of existing trees, pavers and base material where the new planters will be installed. New trees will be planted during the spring planting season. In the interest of public safety during this process, bicycle racks are cordoning off the work area which includes the curb lane and a portion of the sidewalk, while allowing for pedestrian access.

Construction work on N Street (between 7th and 9th Streets, NW) will conclude by the end of March 2023.

The next phase of the work will begin February 17 through the end of May 2023 on the 1200 block of 9th Street (between M and N Streets, NW). The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) has issued a permit to the contractor for temporary occupancy of the bike lane in this area. Bicycle rack barriers will be put in place on February 16.

Construction on this portion of 9th Street will be conducted in two phases: Read More

photo by LaTur

From AlertDC:

“The US Air Force Air Combat Command (ACC) Aerial Control Team (ACT) will control a flyover in the National Capital Region at Audi Field today, September 15th 2022, at 6:45PM.”

and from a Traffic Advisory:

“The Walter E. Washington Convention Center is pleased to host the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute 45th Annual Awards Gala on Thursday, September 15, 2022. Read More

looking towards 7th Street, NW

Thanks to Matthew for reporting: “Mass Ave is blocked by Metro Police due to a suspicious Van in front of the Marriott Marquis.”

Update from readers: “That’s where [orange clown] is speaking today”

and

“Some additional context to the heightened security is that President Trump will be returning to DC for the first time since 1/20/21 and is speaking at the Marquis circa 3 p.m.” Read More

inside 9th and N Street, NW photo by Ryan Marsan

Thanks to Ryan for sending: “The newly remodeled @UnionKitchenDC at 9th and N looks amazing!! A semi-hidden gem in the city” Read More

9th and N Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

Have you heard anything about the Union Kitchen on 9th and N St NW? I walked by yesterday (1/9) and it’s completely papered over and dark inside. I didn’t see any signage indicating a closure or remodel.

I live right around the corner and love their breakfast bar so hoping they aren’t going anywhere!”

Update from Union Kitchen: “Hi! We’re undergoing some renovations. Reopening tomorrow and excited to welcome you back!”

1023 7th Street, NW

Thanks to Ben for sending:

“it looks like the Compass Coffee at 1023 7th NW might be reopening soon. I walked by yesterday and the lights were on and some bags of coffee were on a table. First time I’ve seen signs of life since it closed last year. Read More

photo by Lauren Parnell Marino

From the Mayor’s Office yesterday:

“Mayor Muriel Bowser celebrated the reopening of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and joined Events DC in announcing the addition of two locally-owned vendors inside the Convention Center, Ben’s Chili Bowl and Shop Made in DC.

“We have been inviting people to come back and experience DC, and it is always important to us that visitors are able to experience the real DC. It doesn’t get more DC than Ben’s Chili Bowl or a whole shop filled with items made by DC creatives,” said Mayor Bowser. “Spread the word: DC is open and so is our Convention Center.”

The Walter E. Washington Convention Center opens ahead of two major conventions, Otakon and Awesome Con. Read More

Thanks to Kanga for sending: “Thought you’d like to see this- outside the convention center on 9th and L, giving out free joints for people that got vaccinated!”

The DCMJ website says:

“From free joints at dispensaries to free bags of weed outside vaccination centers, across the United States cannabis reform advocates are stepping up to organize their own cannabis giveaways to help end the coronavirus pandemic. Read More

1027 7th Street, NW at L Street, NW

A new liquor license placard for Petite Cerise, the long awaited restaurant from Jeremiah Langhorne, says:

“The Establishment will be a full service, fine dining restaurant serving French-inspired cuisine. Read More