Thanks to Susan for sending the shot above, note the flowers and liquor bottle (Makers Mark) at the base.

NPS writes: “While the Arboretum will propagate clippings of “Stumpy” to create trees that are genetic matches, it will still be necessary to remove it as part of the seawall rehabilitation project.”

I always took Stumpy for a gin drinker… Read More

1101 K Street, NW

On Friday we shared some scuttlebutt about Brasserie Beck’s likely coming closure.

The official word: “As of March 17,2024, Brasserie Beck is permanently closed. Thank you to all our guests and staff for a wonderful 17 years!

“With a mix of emotions, we share the news of Brasserie Beck’s closure. Today marks the end of our service after 17 years of operation. Since opening our doors in April 2007, Brasserie Beck has been a DC staple known for its Belgian cuisine, wide selection of European beers, lively patio and bar scene, and welcoming atmosphere. Read More

1101 K Street, NW

Readers report: “Sat down to grab a quick drink at Brasserie Beck and apparently they let staff know this past Sunday/Monday that this coming weekend would be their last. Closing — no word on what’s next.”

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1345 Connecticut Ave, NW

All signage down. Thanks to Nicholas for sending. Next up – Wok and Roll Bar and Lounge.

Stay tuned.

3519 Connecticut Ave, NW opened here back in 2009

Thanks to J. for passing on from Weygandt Wines:

“When we opened our shop 15 years ago, we hoped at best to be a fixture in DC. To our joy, what we received was a community that stretched beyond borders and wine. Our objective was and has always been to offer wines and service of integrity and quality. Read More

509 7th Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

We just got less than 24hour notice from SPB Hospitality that District chophouse is closing Read More

WAMU writes this morning:

“Thank you for vising and supporting DCist. Since 2018, it has been a part of WAMU 88.5, the Washington region’s public media and NPR member station. As of February 23, the site will no longer publish new content.”

Full press release from WAMU/American University: Read More

Thanks to Jacob for sending: “Noticed today that the snowflakes that had been up for like 3 years straight at Columbia Heights DCUSA are gone and both escalators are working again!”

Thanks to William for sharing: “just got a notice the Au Bon Pain in my office at 1100 13th St NW is closed and a search on their “order ahead” option shows all DC locations no longer taking online orders. Looks like they may have closed all DC stores.” Read More

1141 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Thanks to Flavio for sending “After 11 years, Mari Vanna restaurant, in downtown DC, is unfortunately closing its doors…” Read More