12th and E Street, NW
Ed. Note: There will be lines…
From an email:
“Doors open to the public at 9 a.m.
· At 8 a.m., we will kick things off with music, coffee and breakfast treats.
· We will hold a traditional raffle format to give away gift cards. Customers will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win one of (30) $100 gift cards. Plus, one lucky winner will win a $1,000 shopping spree through our Rule the Rack sweepstakes (that winner is drawn at 8:25 a.m.).”
2nd, Delaware and M Street, NE
A reader reports around 7am:
“Three hours before opening, the line is already around the building. Slightly embarrassed to say I am one of them… The good news is there is free food and drink for everyone!
Also, just found out the people next to me in line came all the way from Ohio just for this. They left late last night, arrived at 3 a.m., and slept in the car in a parking garage. Didn’t know it was such a thing, but I guess they have been to numerous openings around the country.”
Peek inside here and check out the planned festivities here.
Update from a reader – A Marching band has arrived:
2nd and L Street, NE
1781 Florida Avenue, NW
From an email:
“Hudson & Crane has just signed a lease for the retail space next to us (formerly And Beige) and will be knocking down walls and expanding to nearly double our size!
We’ll retain the 1781 Florida Avenue NW address and will be able to display even more of our private label American made sofas as well as furniture, decor, bar-ware, local artists/vendors as well as commercial artists and now also showcase dining tables / dining-ware / table-scapes. Opening Dec. 2016!
We’re open to and looking for local artists and vendors (who have a wholesale capability) to include in our expanded store. david (at) hudsonandcrane (dot) com”
via Hudson & Crane
2nd, Delaware and M Street, NE
We’ve been paying modest attention to the new Flagship REI coming to NoMa. Well it almost here so I thought it was time to pay proper attention. Let’s just get it out of the way – the space is SICK. Absolutely sick. Dope. Dope sky. Mint. Fresh. And definitely funky fresh. While I took a million pictures this is a good example of a place you really got to see in person to fully appreciate the transformation. Let’s not forget what the space looked like before (after its heyday):
And now it is simply a jaw dropper. I took a tour of the 50,000+ square foot space and here’s a taste:
All the details on the opening festivities here.
Approximately a million more photos after the jump. (more…)
3210 Georgia Ave NW
A reader reports:
“New dog store on Georgia Ave. Right next to Small Fry. Also, my dog who will be a frequent visitor.”
District Dogs website says:
“Founded in 2013, District Dogs is a leading pet care company in Washington, DC. We specialize in mid-day walks, daycare, and boarding. District Dogs is 100% licensed, bonded and insured. You can feel comfortable your pets are in trusted hands.
Daycare (Coming Soon!)
District Dogs Daycare provides an enjoyable and fun experience for your dog. Dogs will enjoy friendly playtime with their canine pals, including occasional cool down sessions. All dogs are supervised as we reinforce basic training and good manners.
The facility is conditioned with a HEPA air filtration system and sanitized nightly with a commercial floor washing system. All dogs are given the opportunity to potty outside and any messes inside are cleaned and sanitized right away.
We offer two size play rooms for small and large dogs. Senior dogs that need a more relaxed environment may join their small dog companions. We also have a private feeding room if your dog requires lunch during his or her stay.”
3210 Georgia Ave NW
previously Petworth Liquor
1510 U Street, NW
Junction Vintage’s website and facebook are still active but I put a call in to the store during regular hours on Sunday and it went unanswered to voicemail.
Update: Junction Village will be closing on U Street at the end of January and moving to a new location. “I’ll still be open for inauguration needs.” Updates when the new location is announced.
Thanks to Ally for sending: “Tesla showroom is coming to City Center empty space on 9&H.”
Ed. Note: Tesla currently has a showroom nearby at 1050 K St, NW.
9th and H Street, NW
1202 H Street, NE
Bucking the whole vaping trend…
Nomad Hookah Lounge is located next door at 1200 H St, NE
3224 11th Street, NW (to the left)
From an email:
“Willow, a clothing + gift shop, located at 834 Upshur Street NW in Petworth, is setting up shop in Columbia Heights for the holiday season! Located at 3224 11th Street NW next door to Bad Saint, the shop will stock a little bit of everything from clothing and housewares to gifts for all ages produced by local makers. DC and Columbia Heights themed products designed by Willow staff as well as new clothing lines will fill the shelves and racks!
The shop will also feature a special selection of titles from Upshur Street Books.
“I am very excited to be bringing a little bit of Upshur Street down to Columbia Heights and 11th Street. Be on the look out for fun window displays and the same friendly atmosphere that we have at the Upshur street location,” says owner Julie Wineinger.
The shop will open Saturday, October 15th and be open through December.”
1146 3rd Street, NE
Thanks to Kristi Clough for sending the REI update:
“Window covers coming off, can see café on far left & bikes from ceiling at @REI in #NoMa! But construction ongoing…”
Check out the Grand Opening party details here.
