Given how expensive rent must be on U Street, NW I was quite surprised to see a Dollar Plus Store open up at the prime location of 1514 U St, NW.
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This storefront near the Black Cat has been vacant forever. Apparently it used to be a furniture/restoration store back in the day. Thanks to a few readers for sending word on some movement. When I stopped by there were no workers there but I did see a permit in the window which says the proposed use will be retail or wholesale. Any guesses/speculation?
“Dear PoP,
I saw some workers repainting the former Cluck-U Chicken space at Georgia and Columbia. And the for-sale sign is gone. Do you know what is going in there?”
This is of course the Cluck U that had the famous mural which was painted over. Looks like it’s gonna be a nail salon and spa. I’m also gonna have to file this under – it’s better than a vacant storefront…
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Logan 14, a new spa, will be opening up in the other retail space next to Rollin Cycles at 1314 14th Street, NW.
And new signage has gone up for the soon to open Cork & Fork to be located at 1522 14th Street next to the recently opened HomeMade Pizza.
A couple of weeks ago DC Mud reported that:
“The H Street Connection, a 433,000 s.f. residential and retail project that will fill two full blocks along H Street, cleared a major hurdle in its path toward District approval. Developer Parcel Seven Associates (a.k.a. Rappaport Companies), has been given approval recently by the Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC), an event that is certain to make its stock go up when the project goes before the Zoning Commission (ZC) for review.”
When walking by that strip on the 900 block of H St, NE I happened to notice that there was a sign saying that a 7-11 was coming soon to 957 H St, NE. I wonder if that is an old sign or if a 7-11 really is coming before major construction begins. It actually got me thinking about how long it takes many of these projects to kick off after we’ve heard about them. When do you think this section of H St, NE will likely get developed? 5 years, 10 years? More, less?
I started thinking about it after I passed the old Kelsey Gardens spot on 7th Street, NW and realized there has been no progress there after hearing about all the plans. And also the nearby O St. market for that matter…
We took a look at the Adams Morgan location here. From a press release:
When Adam Eidinger and Alan Amsterdam opened Capitol Hemp Clothing and Accessories on April 20, 2008, they never imagined it would be less than two years before they would open a second store at 519 H Street, NW. Now the DC duo are pleased to announce they will host a major event at the Rock N Roll Hotel!! On the evening of Tuesday, April 20, 2010. The event is expect to demonstrate the strong support in the DC community for Capitol Hemp which regularly showcases undiscovered artists and designers, gallery openings and special events.
The Anniversary concert will demonstrate Capitol Hemp’s deep committed to Washington, DC’s musicians, artists and activists. “We’ve assembled an all star line-up of some of DC’s most exciting musical artists,” says Adam Eidinger. Doors open at 8pm, the show begins at 9pm and its an all ages event. Tickets are only $10
Eight piece reggae band SEE-I is going to get the revellers dancing with their unique blend of soul, funk and 70’s dancehall grooves. Featuring 6 members of Thievery Corporation, SEE-I really is a “Homegrown” super band! Nationally touring act FORT KNOX FIVE is bringing their 5 piece live band with vocals by DC rapper ASHERU of Boondocks theme song fame. FORT KNOX FIVE is debuting this live show for the DC massive before they are off on the festival circuit for the summer. Rounding out the bill are DC’s rudeboys of funk NAPPY RIDDEM. The two Rastars themselves, REX RIDDEM & MUSTAFA AKBAR are brining their live show to the party. This is a concert not to miss, and a celebration to remember.
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This is pretty wild. On the 2600 block of Connecticut Ave, NW a building is getting renovated. The building is home to two retail spaces – one vacant and one a dry cleaners. Well a trailer has been placed on the sidewalk out front where the drycleaners will operate out of until the renovations are completed. In all the time of been watching buildings get renovated I’ve never seen a solution like this.
Do you think this is a good temporary solution?
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This is located at 1541 14th Street, NW, formerly the home of Candida’s World of Books. I can’t remember if we’ve spoken about this new business but can someone refresh my memory: What type of store will Well Built be? Or do you think it will be something like offices? I guess I’ll find out tomorrow… Stay tuned.
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“Dear PoP,
Just had to give a local business two thumbs up. I found them because of a recommendation one of your readers gave some time ago. D’Carlo Upholstery at 7327 Georgia Ave, NW just repaired some leather cushion covers for me and did a fantastic job at a reasonable price. The workmanship was impeccable and they literally left me with a better product than I had originally purchased. In addition, the owner, Carlo, was extremely amiable (as were the employees). He’s had the shop for 35 years as an immigrant from El Salvador.”
Great to hear. If anyone else has a local (preferably a bit beneath the radar) business that deserves some props, don’t hesitate to shoot me an email.
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I always wondered how Oya’s Mini Bazaar was able to stay in business at 2420 18th St NW. Though they had some very good reviews on Yelp. Neighboring African Art & Unique Gifts is also for lease. (more…)