Adams Morgan

Mintwood Place Hoping to Open by End of the Month

By Prince Of Petworth

Back in August ’11 we pre-Preview of Mintwood Place coming to 1813 Columbia Rd, NW below Perry’s in Adams Morgan. I stopped by this weekend to see how it was progressing. I was lucky enough to run into the owner, Saied Ayoubi Azali, who invited me inside to take a few photos. There are still some finishing touches ongoing but they are fairly confident that they’ll be open by the end of the month.

I don’t think the photos do it justice because I was trying to avoid the construction but the reclaimed materials were looking awesome:

Saied was also very psyched about their wood burning oven:

This is def. one of my top three places I can’t wait to open (the other two are Chez Billy’s in Petworth and the Tryst/Diner spot coming to Columbia Heights.)

Treasury Vintage Buys Meeps in Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

From a press release:

“On December 1st, owners of Treasury Vintage, Cathy Chung & Katerina Herodotou will take over Adams Morgan vintage boutique, Meeps. The name and location will stay, with a promised new energy and focus. Since its days as a petite hideaway for the city’s hippest hunters to its welcome expansion in Adams Morgan, Meeps has held a special place in the hearts and history of DC’s vintage retail community. Meeps’ reputation as the go-to vintage clothing spot has only grown as the shop represented distinctive expertise in local and national media.

After four years of participating in the thriving vintage scene in Washington D.C., first with pioneering pop-up shop Listopad in 2007 and then, since 2009, with their acclaimed 14th Street vintage boutique Treasury, Cathy Chung and Katerina Herodotou are thrilled to carry on the Meeps legacy. Having been avid shoppers of Meeps, they are excited to add their own contemporary curatorial touch to the newly envisioned space.

Meeps will continue to offer the freshest selection of the best affordable casual vintage, with plenty of playful gems for parties, costumes and special events. Starting in early 2012, Meeps will begin a Buy-Sell-Trade system that will enable a rotating selection of gently used items from current designers and popular retailers. The new Meeps will expand its fashionable reach by offering hand-picked current and vintage items side-by-side. Local designers will still be represented in-shop, and, new artists and designers are encouraged to get in touch. Plans for a shop redesign are in place for 2012. Next year will mark Meeps’ second decade in the District and Chung and Herodotou are so happy to be able to continue the Meeps legacy for many years to come.

Please join us to celebrate this new era of Meeps next Tuesday, December 6! Our launch party will feature DJs Baby Alcatraz (Smashing Time) and Sara (Kicks!, Pow Wow), sparkling drinks and snacks from 5 PM to 9 PM. We’ll be offering a tremendous sale of current and inventoried stock to make room for our new offerings – FILL A BAG for $20!

WHAT: MEEPS Welcome Party
WHEN: Tuesday, December 6, 2011, 5PM – 9PM
WHERE: 2104 18th Street Northwest

For more information, please visit www.shoptreasury.com, www.meepsdc.com or contact Cathy Chung at [email protected] or (202) 506-6908. Meeps 2104 18th St, NW Washington, DC 20009″

Slaviya Which had Become ‘A Taste of New Orleans’ in Adams Morgan Becomes Slaviya Again

By Prince Of Petworth

Back in mid-Oct. ’11 we learned that Slaviya was going to become ‘A Taste of New Orleans’ at 2424 18th St., NW. I noticed that the Taste of New Orleans sign had already come down this weekend. Turns out the lease negotiations fell through and Slaviya is back up and running.

I guess I needn’t have worried for New Orleans Cafe down the block.

Maybe Cities would be interested in another shot at the space…?

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option – Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 2380 Champlain St NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“This unique condo loft was built in 2002 with the idea of loft space high on the list for a lasting impression. Unit #306 is a top story, open floorplan loft with 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and comes fully furnished.

The kitchen and living space are designed for both functionality to cook and prepare just as much as they are great for the delivery in a perfect space to entertain.

Bedrooms: Two
Bathrooms: Two Full
Neighborhood: Adams Morgan
Kitchen: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop and Oven, Disposal, Refrigerator, Ice Maker and Freezer.
Laundry: W/D in Unit
Sq Ft: 1050
Application Fee: $40/Applicant
Deposit: Equal to One Month’s Rent
Move Fee: $250
Fireplace: None
Floors: Hardwood
A/C & Heat: Central A/C and Heat
Furnishings: NONE
Closets/Storage: Two Large BR closets, 2 Hall Closets
Amenities: Secure Entry, Garden Walkway, Loft Design, High Ceilings”

This 2 bed/2 bath is going for $3400.

Payless Shoes Closing in Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

Payless Shoes is located at 1777 Columbia Rd, NW. Not sure if you can tell from the photos but this is a beautiful building. Lots of potential here given the prime location. It’ll be very interesting to see who takes over this space. I wonder if it’ll go the Game Stop route or the Mintwood Place route?

(Was it a) Good Deal or Not? “Storybook stone facade outside” edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 1736 V St, NW:


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The flier says:

“Storybook stone facade outside. .. 3 levels of urban contemporary living inside! Granite kitchen open to breakfast room/family area, rear deck and parking. Pristine Oak floors, transoms and etched glass, family room on 2nd level, incredible roof terrace and just a stroll to endless amenities in Dupont, Adams Morgan and U Street Corridor. Move-in condition, and great value.”

You can find more info here and photos here.

Wow, this one went under contract in only 3 days. It was listed for $799,000 – think it was bid higher?

One of my favorite blocks in DC:

The 5pm Post – 2011 Capital City Craft Company’s Holiday Handmade Mart

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user ekelly80

From an email:

“Please join the Capital City Craft Company for their Holiday Handmade Market at the Duplex Diner! The Holiday Handmade Market is the only indoor holiday artisan market featuring 100% local Metro Area artists and crafters.

If you’re looking to find the perfect gift for your friend that already has everything; or a meaningful present for your mom; or you simply want to support your local community this holiday season… plan a visit to The Duplex Diner on Saturday, December 3rd from 12 PM – 5 PM.

Join DC-based artists and crafters to offer one-of-a-kind pieces to community art lovers. The Handmade Holiday Market features beautiful, modern knitted accessories from Smoking Haute; hand sculpted ceramic animals, monsters and mythical beasts from Red & Main; handcrafted fine silver jewelry by Everything Zen Jewelry; stunning handcrafted stationary from Modern Ink Stationery; unique photography-art from EHL Creations; handmade journals and sketchbooks from sahabo; and so much more.

Not only do we have an amazing array of talented artisans lined up, but the Market will also feature a Janky Sweater decorating station, a gift-wrapping station by DC’s own Wrap Gurl, as well as delectable food and beverages from The Duplex.

The Market also offers:

· FREE admission
· FREE supplies to design and decorate your own holiday ugly sweater
· Live DJ stylings

Conveniently located on 18th Street NW, in the heart of Adams Morgan, the Holiday Handmade Market’s mission is to offer quality, handmade, creative gifts that support small businesses in DC. So, take the entire family to The Duplex! And, grab some lunch while you’re there. For a map of the area, click 2004 18th Street NW.

Support small businesses. Buy local. The artists will personally thank you.”

Irony?

By Prince Of Petworth

The Washington Area Bicyclist Association headquarters is located at the corner of Ontario and Columbia Rd, NW but the bike lane on Columbia Rd doesn’t actually start until a block away at 17th and Columbia. Whenever I bike past their headquarters I think there’s gotta be something wrong with this…


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Big Van Fire in Adams Morgan Last Week

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Have you heard anything about a van that was set on fire in the alley behind Fuller St (also behind Mozart place) last week on 11/10/11 ~1130pm?

I know for a fact there was police activity in the alley earlier in the night because the van (which had VA plates) was subject to vandalism (someone apparently shattered all of the windows of the van with rocks but didn’t take anything).

I also know for a fact that the same van was engulfed in flames around 1130-12am. Took the fire dept some time to get it put out, and the van was removed in the morning.

Doesn’t seem like a coincidence that the same van was targeted twice on the same night, with the second incident being very severe.

I know that the Christ House vans were subject to vandalism recently–shattered windows also. Not sure if the incidents are related.”

Lots of folks have written in about this van fire – I haven’t seen any follow up reports from MPD. Anyone else hear what happened? Learn the cause?

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