From an email:
“Join A Free Hand Co. in the newly redesigned A Creative DC: Brookland space for WOMEN + DENIM: a fundraising shopping party and jeans drive! Local artists and retailers will be selling products ranging from all-natural skincare (Be Clean), to clothing and accessories (Kaleidos and Mallory Shelter Jewelry) to home goods and paper products (Elizabeth Graeber and Painted Palettes). We’ll have sparkling wine on hand and plenty of ~GOOD VIBES~ as we support DC women. (more…)
via google maps
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the 1500 block of Irving Street, Northeast on Tuesday, February 7, 2017.
At approximately 1:47 am, members of the Fifth District responded to the listed location for the report of sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, members located a male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS found no signs consistent with life, and the victim remained on the scene. (more…)
12th and Jackson Street, NE
From an email:
“Brookland’s Finest will host a fundraiser this Thursday, February 2nd, where 50% of the proceeds of a special appetizer, dinner and dessert created by chef/co-owner Shannan Troncoso will benefit Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School. Fish tacos will be the appetizer, Tony T’s adobo marinated fried chicken will be the entrée, and banana split with Moorenko’s ice cream will be the dessert.
100% of sales from a keg of Port City Optimal Wit will be donated as well.”
This rental is located at 3900 7th Street, NE at Quincy. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1175 / 1br – 650ft2
We have a one bedroom apartment located in Brookland available for August rental. Amenities include hardwood floors. On and off street parking is available.
Located just a five minute walk from the Brookland/Catholic University metro stop (Red Line), two blocks from the Turkey Thicket Recreation Center and with in walking distance of Catholic University, convenience stores, drug stores, food markets, dry cleaners, and restaurants.
Monthly Rent: $1,175 plus utilities (gas and electric).
Utilities paid by tenant (gas and electric)
Security Deposit: $1,175
One year lease (minimum)”
“Seen chilling out in Brookland/University Heights, close to the ‘buffet’ – my birdfeeders.”
If you spot a hawk or other bird of prey around town, lunching or otherwise, please send a photo and an email where you spotted it to [email protected]. Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.
A reader reports:
“Just wanted to share with you and fellow readers, from Kenyon McDuffie’s facebook page last night.
“The G9 is on schedule to begin service on Rhode Island Avenue in March 2017.
The G9 will run the entire east-west length of Ward 5 along Rhode Island Avenue and connect downtown on the same route the G8 takes.”
It looks like the new G9 route got approved and will start running in March 2017. Not sure of the exact route/stops, but this is great news for ward 5 residents as it will connect Rhode Island Ave to downtown via a direct bus route. Awesome for Woodridge/Langdon/Brookland residents!”
12th and Jackson Street, NE
From an email:
“The neighborhood restaurant Brookland’s Finest, co-owned by Tony Tomelden, John Solomon and chef/partner Shannan Troncoso, is getting close to selling their 30,000th Colonel Burger. The sandwich, named for Colonel Brooks, who was an early 20th century developer of the Brookland neighborhood, is made with certified Angus beef, and topped with pickled onions, Tillamook cheddar, Applewood smoked bacon, and served on a brioche bun with a side of tempura onion rings. To celebrate, the restaurant will present the guest who ends up ordering the 30,000th burger (anticipated sometime this month) with a golden safety pin, and make a donation in their name to one of three charities — TAPS, the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, the Washington Jesuit Academy, or a charity of the guest’s choosing.“
Rendering of 1700 Rhode Island Ave, NE via DC Department of General Services
“Dear PoPville,
I thought your readers might find the BZA submission for the Ward 5 family homeless shelter to be of interest. They are requesting multiple zoning exceptions including height, loading zone, and parking. Not sure where the other shelters’ plans are in their process, but if the board approves this, it could set the tone for zoning leniency with the other shelters’ plans. Needless to say, several neighbors are very unhappy with the exceptions. Can’t we build a shelter that contributes to the character of a neighborhood instead of being a monstrous eyesore?”
via google maps
Thanks to all who tweeted/emailed their concern.
From MPD:
“On Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at approximately 6:05 pm Fifth District Officers responded to the 1800 block of Irving Street NE in reference to a shooting. Officers arrived on the scene and located an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds to the body. The victim was transported to the hospital for treatment.
Any persons with information regarding this crime may contact the Fifth District Detectives’ Office at 202-698-0260, or the MPD Command Information Center at 202-727-9099. Reference CCN# 16-218-861.”
A reader reports:
“Someone tried to kick in my door last night in Brookland. Luckily it’s pretty sturdy and the attempt was unsuccessful. ‘Tis the season…no harm done, just a little pissed and disgusted. Remind readers to be aware of their Xmas tree lighting, they can be seen as targets especially if its in close proximity of the front door. I typically shut mine off at night and close the blinds but last night I did not.”
Crazy. We’ve seen a lot of package thefts caught on film but this is a first.