Photo by PoPville flickr user Joseph Gruber
Capitol Hill
601 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
From an email:
“Henry’s Upstairs, the very same space where Roberta Flack got her start many moons ago, will be open to the public Mondays and Fridays at 5:00pm starting Friday 11/7/14.
Henry’s Upstairs will offer a distinctly different menu featuring New American Creations and light fare on Friday nights, while our famous 1/2 priced burgers will continue to be offered on Monday nights along with the regular menu. A late night happy hour will be added in the near future and we hope to round out the rest of the week as needs dictate. Live entertainment will return to the space on a nightly basis and it will also be available for private functions.”
1227 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
Sad news for knitters – Knitting Loft’s website says:
“After two delightful years of fiber fun, The Knitting Loft closed its doors. But the old adage is certainly true. When one door closes, another one opens! Join us as we continue through The Capitol Hill Guild, an affiliate of The Knitting Guild Association.”
329 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
And the wild story continues – Washington Business Journal reports:
“One of the former owners of Hawk ‘n’ Dove and other D.C. restaurants is accusing the new owners of fraud, conspiracy and racketeering and is seeking almost $9 million in damages, according to a lawsuit he filed last week.”
All the details here.
921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
The liquor license placard says:
“New full service restaurant serving American cuisine. Occasional live entertainment consisting of a Band or DJ and Dancing. Summer Garden with seating for 40 patrons.”
Back in May we learned:
“Full of Southern character and casual appeal, Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar & Eatery is a downhome, Southern eatery that will be open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner featuring seasonal choices. With savory comfort fare, signature desserts, and superior and sustainable coffees from around the world, its operating style and ambiance will fully complement the high-quality, family-friendly and vibrant offerings that the community values at Hill Center.”
Updates as they get closer to opening.
Map via Capitol Hill Restoration Society
Thanks to Justin for sending:
“Wednesday, November 5
Expansion of the Capitol Hill Historic District: The Capitol Hill Restoration Society will sponsor a series of public meetings to present a case for expanding the Capitol Hill Historic District. The first of these – concerning ANC6A area – will be held from 6:45 – 8:30 pm, Maury Elementary School multipurpose room, 13th and Constitution Avenue, NE. For more information, see here.”
720 L Street, SE in 2010
Big (lower) Barracks Row news from Washington Business Journal:
“Gaunoux, who has partnered with Mark Brody and Chris Chambers (of H Street NE’s Biergarten Haus) on this project, described the beer garden as a “one-story structure with a bar and some food,” and perhaps live music. He expects to break ground next week.”
We first heard about this project back in November 2010. It’s located on lower Barracks Row past the bridge towards Navy Yard. Updates as construction progresses.
This rental is located at 1248 C Street, Southeast. The listing says:
“Charming one bedroom with fireplace and patio, in townhouse with one other unit.Walk to Eastern Market Metro, Eastern Market and the best of restaurants, the Capitol,Smithsonian and Federal office buildings. Washer-dryer. CAC. Pets case by case.”
You can see more photos here.
This 1 bed/1 bath is going for $1,850/Mo.
From an email:
“Start your Halloween Festivities at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, October 27 with a screening of the original 1925 silent movie version of The Phantom of the Opera (starring Lon Chaney, Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and Rupert Julian) with LIVE musical accompaniment on the historic 1939 pipe organ at Capitol Hill United Methodist Church [421 Seward Square, S.E. (Eastern Market Metro)]by nationally known organist Tom Trenney. Admission is free, though donations to directly support the organ music series are appreciated.
More information here.”
“Dear PoPville,
Curious if anyone knows anything about a Parachute Landing by the Capitol last evening around sunset. It was a little alarming, so I’m not sure if it was part of the emergency drills yesterday?”
Hmm I’m guessing it was part of the imaging/mapping balloons spotted all over town?