Author: Prince Of Petworth

Official Word on UNIQLO’s Newest DC Location Opening Today including Giveaways!

By Prince Of Petworth

3262 M Street, NW

From UNIQLO:

“UNIQLO will open its newest store in Georgetown, Washington DC at 3262 M St NW Washington, DC 20007 at 10AM on August 28th, as the brand continues its expansion in the region and across the U.S. The new store will offer UNIQLO’s full lineup of LifeWear for men and women, in addition to locally focused initiatives building on UNIQLO’s commitment to creating positive impact in the communities it serves.

UNIQLO has orchestrated a full weekend of festivities for the community, along with limited time offers, special gifts for shoppers, free giveaways, and exclusive product. The festivities will kick off with a traditional Japanese Taiko drum performance at 9:50AM followed by doors officially opening at 10:00AM. (more…)

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth

photo by Jason Gooljar

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in D.C.

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Official Word on the Petworth Library which Reopened last Sunday!

By Prince Of Petworth

4200 Kansas Ave, NW just off Georgia Ave

From the DC Public Library:

“The Petworth Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW, reopened to the public Sunday, August 23, after a nine-month renovation carried out by DC Public Library with Moya Design Partners (MOYA) as interior architect and Chiaramonte Construction Company as general contractor. The renovation creates a brighter, more comfortable building designed around how people use the library today.

The updated interior draws on the library’s existing architectural character, including original millwork, fireplace mantels, and the terrazzo entry, while selecting a set of materials that are suited for contemporary library service. (more…)

Missed Connection – Dupont Circle Fountain (Wed. 8/26)

By Prince Of Petworth

photo by Daniel Kelly

Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP.

“Dear PoPville,

If you are the woman who I was sitting across from at Dupont circle fountain around 7:45 on Weds 8/26, I would love to meet you. She had long hair and a brown bodysuit on. It looked like she came from a workout class or something. She thumbed through a book at one point… anyways, I’m the girl who was in a brown tube top with tattoos and (more…)

“We’ve heard of 3 or 4% fair wage charges….. but 20% ?!! which doesn’t include tip.”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Did restaurant week yesterday. We’ve heard of 3 or 4% fair wage charges….. but 20% ?!! which doesn’t include tip. anyone else seeing these type of charges? is there any way to know before going to a restaurant if they have these?”

Note: It’s a bit confusing isn’t it? Will “provide competitive wages and benefits to both kitchen and service staff.” Aren’t servers, “service staff.” So is one not expected to tip since they are being compensated with this fee? Is this just to cover minimum wage? What is the tipping etiquette here?

EXCLUSIVE and BREAKING Pho Patrol: Pho Việt is Renovating their 14th Street/Columbia Heights Location – Moving to a New Location on 11th/Logan Circle Next Month (Fear not, I was assured the 14th Street spot will reopen after renovations!)

By Prince Of Petworth

3513 14th Street, NW

I was contacted this morning by the owners of the amazing (and my personal favorite Pho in town) Pho Viet, who tells me:

“I am reaching out to you just want to let you know that look like we will open our new restaurant at 1521 11th ST NW on September 18. 15% off for the total bills 👍😆 on that opening day. (more…)

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