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Starbucks To Open First U.S. Signing Store on H Street, NE in October

By Prince Of Petworth


625 H Street, NE just prior to opening in August 2016

This is great – thanks to all who messaged me. From Starbucks:

“Starbucks will open its first Signing Store in the U.S. in Washington, D.C. this October, building upon ongoing efforts to connect with the diverse communities it serves. A team of Deaf Starbucks partners (employees) and allies led the effort to launch this unique store model in the U.S., which will be located at 6th & H Street near Gallaudet University, a bustling hub that is Deaf-friendly. The store will create a distinctive retail experience for all customers, while offering a unique store format that promotes accessibility and offers employment and career advancement opportunities for Deaf and hard of hearing people. (more…)

Blue Bottle opens at The Wharf this weekend – FREE Coffee Saturday!

By Prince Of Petworth


1 Market Square, SW. Rendering Credit to Bohlin Cywinski Jackson

From a press release:

“Blue Bottle Coffee announces the opening of a new cafe in The Wharf, Washington, D.C.’s newest waterfront destination. Guests can enjoy a simple and delicious cafe experience with single origin, blend, and espresso offerings, and nourishing menu selection while observing boats float through the channel just outside the cafe’s doors.

The Grand Opening of Blue Bottle’s Wharf cafe is Sunday, July 22. On Saturday, July 21, the cafe will host a Community Day, where the public is invited to enjoy a coffee, on the house. (more…)

Heads Up Coupe Fans – New Hours “for the next month or so to revamp our operating systems”

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Kristen for sending. Starting July 11th:

“We are taking the time in the next month or so to revamp our operating systems (including a brand new POS system) and make changes to better your customer experience and The Coupe as a whole. We are excited about these changes and hope to continue serving you your coffee, breakfast, and cocktail during the following hours: (more…)

Free Iced Coffee Alert

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to David for sending. And big thanks to Holtby and the CAPS for being awesome last night.

As Starbucks Closes for “racial bias education training” Busboys and Poets wants you to be aware of your own biases

By Prince Of Petworth

From Busboys:

“Busboys and Poets invites the DC community to participate in a conversation about race and racial bias when they dine at any of our locations on Tuesday, May 29, 2018. Diners will be given prompt cards with phrases or questions to promote an open dialogue about how each person at their table has experienced or witnessed racial bias, how we can check our own biases, and how these behaviors impact those around us. (more…)

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