Thanks to Chris for passing on:
Hey Cardinals! Look who's moving into the @CatholicUniv neighborhood. @BGRBurgerJoint coming to @MonroeStMarket in #Brookland 🐾 pic.twitter.com/b4YTVTSMyL
— Gus Garvey (@CUAGusGarvey) September 19, 2017
BGR currently has a D.C. location in Dupont at 1514 Connecticut Avenue, NW (pictured above.) You can see their menu here.
3509 12th Street, NE courtesy Patrick’s Pet Care
From a press release:
“Patrick’s Pet Care, a leading pet services company in Washington D.C., today announced the grand opening of its second location in Brookland, NE. Located at 3509 12th Street NE. This new locale will bring a medium-to-large dog day school and overnight center to the Brookland community.
Not your typical day care, the day school will offer basic obedience training during the day, as well as evening training courses and overnight boarding. (more…)
This rental is located at 3305 7th Street, NE. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1067 / 6br – 1850ft2 – Rent a bedroom in this one of a kind Shipping Container Apartment!
This uniquely constructed 4 unit building is truly one of a kind. Welcome to DC’s first shipping container residential building. Constructed using repurposed steel shipping containers, this brand new modern apartment is one of the most memorable multi-family buildings in all of DC. You can rent a bedroom for yourself or bring a group of friends!
– 6 bedroom and 6 bathrooms in each unit ensuring privacy for every resident. Each room is $1067, and has a private bathroom! Entire unit for you and your friends is $6,400! (more…)
From a press release:
“After an extended summer stay in Takoma Park, Duende District Bookstore is headed NE this September, with its next stop at A Creative DC: Brookland on the Arts Walk at Monroe Street Market.
The pop-up will run from Sept. 8-17 and will offer an expanded selection of general adult and children titles by authors/illustrators of color. A Creative DC: Brookland is located just off the Brookland/CUA Metro stop at 716 Monroe Street NE, Studio #8, across from the Arts Walk tower sign. (more…)
12th and Jackson Street, NE
From an email:
“On August 23 (Wednesday), Brookland’s Finest will celebrate 2017 DC Beer Week with a special collaborative menu with beer cocktail pairings from Republic Restorative Distillery and Denizens Brewing Co. Partner/Executive Chef Shannon Troncoso will serve a three-course menu featuring seared foie gras with roasted beets and candied bacon, porcini rubbed prime rib with sweet corn polenta and bourbon glazed carrots, and chocolate avocado mouse with dragon fruit. The dinner, priced at $35, starts at 5 p.m. and reservations are not required. Full menu details can be found here:
hahaha thanks to Tracy for sending:
“Thought this ad was funny. Place sounds nice enough until the last part- must be 5’3″ or shorter to live there because of the low ceilings!”
$1050 / 600ft2 – basement studio in Brookland
Unfurnished basement in law suite for rent in Brookland 0.6 miles from Brookland/CUA metro and on H8 and 80 bus lines. Walk to restaurants, shopping, and the Turkey Thicket rec center. Separate entrance off alley with bathroom, hall and walk in closets, bed nook, full kitchen (with dishwasher + disposal) and washer/dryer, central HVAC. All appliances less than 5 years old and serviced this month. New carpet and freshly painted. All utilities (including wi-fi and basic cable) included. (more…)
via google maps
From MPD:
“Shooting-4300 block 2nd ST NE. This offense occurred at 10:05 PM.
An adult male victim was approached by two suspects. One suspect produced a handgun and attempted to rob the victim. The victim resisted and the suspect shot him once in the torso. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he is being treated for serious injuries. The suspects are described as two Black males. The first suspect is approximately 5’6″ and in his twenties. The second suspect is described as 5’4″ in his teens. Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to call 202-727-9099.”
and
“At approximately 9:30 PM last night, a vehicle was traveling Eastbound on I-695 near the 11th Street SE exit. At this time, suspect(s) in another vehicle fired multiple shots at the victims. Thankfully nobody was hit by the gunfire. This incident is being investigated by members of the First District Detective’s office. Anyone who may have information or witnessed the offense is asked to call MPD at 202-727-9099. You can also text information to MPD at 50411.”
Ed. Note: I have not personally seen these rentals and therefore cannot vouch for them, I just pull interesting ones I find on Craigslist. Good luck with your search!
This rental is located at 13th and Newton Street, NE. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1600 / 1br – 300ft2 – RED LINE – Carriage House – Brookland
RED LINE METRO 2 BLOCKS AWAY — BROOKLAND\Catholic University Station.
A free standing Carriage House.
IMAGINE — No roommates, and no shared walls, floor or ceiling — a kitchen and bath of your own!
This Carriage House comes with its own Private Urban Park — See pics.
Warm yourself in front of the fireplace with an 1850s antique mantel…
Amazing 1896 Carriage House Studio Apartment with all the necessary comforts.
Private en-suite bath. Toto toilet.
AND your own private kitchenette — stainless steel — gas stove top, oven, full sized sink, refrig., microwave.
Flat screen TV with Dish included.
Single occupancy only. (more…)
via google maps
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit announced an arrest has been made in an Assault with Intent to Commit First Degree Sexual Abuse offense, which occurred in the 4000 block of 8th Street, Northeast, on Monday, August 7, 2017.
At approximately 1:44 pm, the suspect entered the victim’s apartment and a physical struggle ensued. The suspect attempted to sexually assault the victim. The victim was able to escape and alert police.
On Tuesday, August 8, 2017, 36-year-old Lawrence Arvine Johnson of Northeast, DC, was arrested and charged with Assault with Intent to Commit First Degree Sexual Abuse.”
via google maps
Thanks to all who messaged. MPD initially reported:
“Shooting at 1942 hrs in the 3400 block of 18th Street, NE. Lookout for a black Chevy Malibu or Impala.”
The Washington Post reported:
“One man was killed and three others were wounded on Thursday night in the Brookland area of Northeast Washington, D.C. police said.”
Updates when MPD releases more info.