I really liked the details on this house that don’t necessarily jump out at you right away.
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Author: Prince Of Petworth
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Remember the new Smithsonian Sant Ocean Hall Exhibit?
Two cool events happening this weekend at Ocean Hall – http://www.mnh.si.edu/calendar.asp
Saturday, Dec. 6 – “Animating the Ocean” is a free lecture featuring film clips from “Finding Nemo.” Production designers from Walt Disney Imagineering and Pixar Animation Studios talk about how they adapt sea stories and bring ocean animation to life. Baird Auditorium, 2 pm
Sunday, Dec. 7 – “Crochet a Coral Reef” – Margaret Wertheim, physicist, journalist and co-founder of the Institute for Figuring, discusses her one-of-a-kind crochet coral reef project – an effort that brings artists, mathematicians and scientists together to generate global attention around the plight of coral reefs. Wertheim’s crocheted reefs have been exhibited in Chicago, London and New York, among other locations.Wertheim and Dr. Nancy Knowlton, the National Museum of Natural History Sant Chair for Marine Science, present a talk about reefs, ocean conservation and the art of crocheting a coral reef replica. Following the talk, audience members have the opportunity to participate in a crochet workshop (no experience necessary). Baird Auditorium, 1 to 2:15 and 2:30-5:00 pm for the workshop.
Also a local movie director opens film, War Child, at E Street Cinema today.
“Karim Chrobog, a local Washington DC Director, has a movie out Dec 5-11 at E Street Cinemas. The documentary is titled WAR CHILD and it follows the story of Emmanuel Jal, a former child soldier in Southern Sudan who is now a rising hip hop star in Africa. Emmanuel held 2 concerts in DC (one at the Natl Geographic Building and one at a nightclub downtown) and the film shows footage from the show as well as footage from meetings around DC. It’s powerful and moving, and you can view the trailer here: http://www.warchildmovie.com/“
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I love this one located on S Street just east of 14th Street. It’s not clear if the restaurant is getting renovated and will remain with the same owner or if it will be an entirely new business. (This is the building located right next to the Garden District.)
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I thought this was another cool looking back of a rowhome. Notice how the windows angle to a point. Is this also to take advantage of the sun? Do you dig the overall look?
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What do you think of these newish townhomes located just west of 16th Street and Meridian Hill Park? I dig how the curve and follow the contour of the road. Think this building will pass the test of time?
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Finishing up an Asian themed week here at PoP I thought I’d finally ask about Raku located at 1900 Q St. NW. I’ve heard from a number of people that this place is fantastic. But the Washington Post says, “The Dupont outpost of Raku sorely misses the vibrant presence of chef Masaru Homma, a staple at the Bethesda location.” So what’s the deal is at as good as I hear or just mediocre in a popular location?
Ed. Note: If you missed the news of the new Japanese Market opening at 17th and U, you can find it here.
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This condo is located at 1101 Fairmont Street, NW:
The owner has a Web site that says:
“This condo is in excellent condition. It is perfectly located in Columbia Heights on a pretty, quiet street with plenty of street parking. The building is just steps from the Columbia Heights Metro stop and the new Columbia Heights retail development (Target, Bestbuy, Bed Bath and Beyond, Washington Sports Club, Marshalls, Staples, and More) and plenty of other area nightlife, restaurants, shops. The building is also an easy downhill walk to the U Street Metro and Corridor with plenty of additional shopping and nightlife. Short walk also to Adams Morgan. This condo is right in the center of it all!”
More details and photos can be found here.
It seems the condo has been on the market since at least July 20th (when the Web site was created). It’s a two bedroom two bathroom going for $465,000. What do you think is a realistic price for a ground floor condo at this location?
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. I’ll open this thread every Monday and Friday. So anything good happen to you this week?
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Anyone who has taken a walk down Mount Pleasant Street will know that it is home to a number of bodegas, grocery stores and food marts. But, long before Mount Pleasant Street became the main thoroughfare of Samuel Brown’s Mount Pleasant Village a little market stood at the Corner of Brown and Newton Streets.
My knowledge of the history of this market is limited, but I do know that it’s been a mainstay in the neighborhood since 1906, and in the late 80s was taken over by its current owners, a local Korean family. Conveniently named, the Brown Street Market, and conveniently located for the residents of the northeast corner of the ‘hood it seems as this place is a local favorite.
It’s pretty tiny inside but they make good use of the space, packing every available shelf with groceries – mostly canned and dried goods, miscellaneous household supplies, and an impressive wine and beer selection for the space. I also spotted a random basket of potatoes and onions – but that’s about as far as the produce selection goes. Up front there are freezer cases of frozen meals and ice cream and an interesting selection of candy. And for a nice neighborhood-friendly touch, there are some photos of nearby residents displayed above the counter.
If you don’t live in Mount Pleasant I probably wouldn’t recommend leaving your own neighborhood to check this place out, but if you do live nearby it’s a good spot to pick up some necessities. I lived only a few blocks away for a whole year and only recently discovered this place. One more reason I love this neighborhood, there’s always a little gem hiding where you least expect it!
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Winner by popular demand from Christopher:
“santa and the holy ghost awkwardly acknowledged each other from opposite sides of the street, each kicking himself for getting caught up in the same fast and flashy gimmicks while trying to win over the faith and belief of todays kids”
Please email me directly so I can get you a t-shirt.