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“Starting February 9, 2020, local artists will be descending into what was once an underground city street car station to launch a new Sunday arts market.”

By Prince Of Petworth


courtesy Dupont Underground

From an email:

“Starting February 9, 2020, local artists will be descending into what was once an underground city street car station to launch a new Sunday arts market.

It’s worth noting that the Dupont Underground space is up for lease renewal. It’s at a pivotal moment where the city could decide to reclaim the space and sell to developers. The arts community is passionate about conserving the space as a sanctuary for local culture and for events like this new Sunday market.”

Press release: (more…)

“Oh no. George shoe repair consolidating!”

By Prince Of Petworth

Ed. Note: You can find best shoe repair recommendations here.

SAF reports: “Stopped to drop off some boots and found this (photo above)!

Talked to George. He has just signed a new 15 year lease at the U street location (1603 U Street, NW) so at least he will still be there.

It would really be too much to lose both Philip and George so close together. Still wish this location was staying.” (more…)

The Paper Source is coming to Logan Circle

By Prince Of Petworth


1709 14 Street, NW

Thanks to Craig, Steven (and everyone else) for sending: “I noticed Paper Source is moving into The Liz next to Parachute.”

For those not familiar with Paper Source:

“The premier paper store for unique gifts, cards, gift wrap, wedding invitations, stationery, crafts, party supplies, paper, envelopes & more.” (more…)

Papyrus card store closing in Georgetown – Whole Chain is is going out of business

By Prince Of Petworth


1300 Wisconsin Ave, NW

This weekend I noticed the Georgetown store was having store closing sales. Didn’t realize it was the whole chain. Oof, I’d say I buy 75% of my cards here :(

CNN reports this morning: “Schurman Fine Paper, which owns the brand, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy Thursday in a Delaware court. The company is closing all 254 of its US and Canada stores. More than 1,000 employees will lose their jobs.”

I think they have a Union Station location too. So where to buy card now?

“Loyalty Bookstores & Willow Join Forces To Bring A Kid’s Room Pop-Up To Upshur Street”

By Prince Of Petworth


843 Upshur Street NW

From a press release:

“Loyalty Bookstores (827 Upshur Street NW) and Willow (843 Upshur Street NW) are excited to announce their latest partnership: a Kid’s Room Pop-Up inside Willow! 

The Loyalty + Willow Kid’s Room will open on Saturday, February 1 inside of the currently unused space in the back of Willow’s shop, and will be fully decked out for children and families. The Kid’s Room will feature children’s toys, books, and games for sale, space for youth to read and play while parents shop, and ongoing children’s programming–including Loyalty Bookstores’ ever-popular Storytime and Singalong with Bearsong. In addition to the Kid’s Room Pop-Up, Loyalty Bookstores will have books for adults in the front of Willow and will also be supplying books to Willow’s Navy Yard location (1331 4th Street SE). (more…)

School of Rock coming to old Palena space in Cleveland Park

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Aseel for sending word about the coming soon notice from School of Rock: “For over a decade, School of Rock has taught guitar, bass, drums, vocals, and keys through an innovative performance-based method. Students are put through a series of private lessons and group rehearsals and then get to show off what they learn on real rock stages to real rock audiences.”

Ed. Note: Palena closed back in 2014 and the pain is still real though glad to see the space finally get filled. (more…)

Readers Report Allegro Cleaners Abruptly Closed Last Month on 14th Street

By Prince Of Petworth


3458 14th Street, NW

Nick writes: Allegro Cleaners dry cleaning (next to Thip Khao on 14th) abruptly went out of business in late December. I was wondering if anyone has any info on what happened/what they think will be replacing it. Seems like a good space”

Another reader writes that she was having trouble picking up her clothing from Jin’s at 1944 New Hampshire Ave, NW. Have others been able to get their clothes?

Sherry’s Liquor Vandalized (Broken into?) Last Night in Woodley Park

By Prince Of Petworth


2627 Connecticut Ave, NW

Ugh. Thanks to Morgan for sending:

“Somebody really went wild at Sherry’s in Woodley Park overnight. So disappointing- it’s a great store”

Jen also writes: “Looks like Sherry’s Wine & Spirits in Woodley was broken into last nite — front window and door glass smashed; saw guy sweeping up this morning. :(“

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