2007 14th Street, NW

The liquor license application for Crush Bar says:

“Request to add a Dance Floor to the existing Entertainment Endorsement inside the premises.”

Stay tuned.

photos courtesy Dandelion Collective DC

From a press release:

“Dandelion Collective DC proudly announces the grand opening of its shared office space, catering exclusively to LGBTQ and allied human services providers. Strategically situated on 14th Street, just a short stroll north from the Columbia Heights metro station, Dandelion Collective DC offers a vibrant and inclusive environment for practitioners to flourish. Read More

2007 14th Street, NW at U Street

From a press release:

“Coming this April to 2007 14th Street NW, Crush introduces a unique bar experience that blends nostalgia with contemporary nightlife. This new venue, catering especially to the LGBTQ+ community, offers a cozy, inclusive space that reminisces about the times of record stores and basement hangouts with friends.

In its past life as a music store and radio supply shop, Crush transforms its legacy into a modern-day haven. Read More

500 8th Street, SE via As You Are

“Dear PoPville,

Could you share the GoFundMe for As You Are. on Barracks Row? It’s such a unique and important community space and it would be a huge shame for DC to lose it.”

The fundraiser says:

“Hello Friends,

As You Are. (AYA) DC is in need of urgent support. Read More

1001 North Capitol Street, NE at K Street

“Dear PoPville,

It’s been ~5 years now … any word on if Town 2.0 is actually going to happen? At this point most of the clientele from Town 1.0 will have left the area (or are too old to really enjoy 2.0).”

We last checked back in May 2023 – anyone hear anything?

713 8th Street, SE formerly home to Finn McCool’s/Molly Malone’s

Thanks to Page for passing on the surprising news:

“Such sad news. Crazy Aunt Helen’s was awesome. Anyone have any idea what happened?!?”

From Crazy Aunt Helen’s: Read More

2204 14th Street, NW

Thanks to R. for sending: “New signage for Thurst Lounge where Sakerum was. Googled and saw LGBTQ+ black owned lounge coming”

“COMING SOON: DC’s only Black-owned LGBTQ+ lounge from Read More

From MPD:

“On Tuesday, October 24, 2023 the High Heel Race will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration: Read More

Thanks to Craig for sending from 17th and R Street, NW. Now mark your calendars for the 36th Annual 17th Street High Hell Race for Tuesday October 24th!! Read More

1923 9th Street, NW

Last week we learned that: “RUSH—an all new gay bar coming soon to 9th & U!” Read More