Capitol Hill - PoPville

Maryland Avenue, NE Streetscape Project Starts June 10th

Published June 5, 2019 at 11:15AM

From DDOT:

“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is issuing a Notice to Proceed (NTP) to Fort Myer Construction Corporation (FMCC) for construction of Maryland Avenue, NE on June 10, 2019. The project is expected to be complete by Summer of 2021.

Work will begin on the inbound lanes of Maryland Avenue from 14th Street toward 3rd Street, NE. The permitted construction hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Over the next two years, Maryland Avenue, NE will be subject to alternative traffic patterns, temporary lane closures, and parking restrictions. (more…)

Eat Brgz opening near Eastern Market in July

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 4, 2019 at 10:22PM

7th Street and C Street, SE

From a press release:

“EastBanc, Inc., developer of the vibrant mixed-use community 700 Penn, along with partners Stanton Development and Jamestown, today announced that customizable burger concept Eat Brgz will launch its first-to-market, fast-casual restaurant space in 700 Penn. The eatery will occupy approximately 1,600 square feet on the C Street SE Plaza and is slated to open this July.

The new concept – the first of its kind – reimagines the classic American hamburger. Eat Brgz combines thoughtfully-sourced ingredients, widespread flavors and unlimited creativity to introduce a burger experience where ingredients are mixed into the patty and cooked together; creating a carefully crafted culinary experience that is both entirely new and familiar. Featured items include a Greek style burger which is filled with feta cheese, kalamata olives, cucumber, sundried tomatoes, and a housemade Greek seasoning blend. (more…)

#burgers

Today’s Rental was chosen for the “large living room w fireplace”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 4, 2019 at 2:15PM

This rental is located at 527 F Street, NE. The Craigslist ad says:

“$2875 / 2br – 1500ft2 – $2875 / 2 bedroom historic Capitol Hill townhouse near Union Station (527 F St. NE (F & 6th Streets) (more…)

“DC water truck caught on fire at North Carolina and 2nd Street SE.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 3, 2019 at 11:15AM

Wut? Thanks to Caitlin for sending this Truck-B-Que Friday around 5:45pm.

What are the odds?

#car b que

Today’s Rental was chosen because of the building and location

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 31, 2019 at 2:15PM

This rental is located at 132 E Street, SE. The Craigslist ad says:

“$1950 / 1br – 700ft2 – Renovated Apartment, Great Light + Parking – 3 Blocks to Metro (more…)

Today’s Rental was chosen because of the location and it’s a whole house

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 28, 2019 at 2:05PM

This rental is located at 921 Potomac Avenue, SE. The Craigslist ad says:

“$2675 / 2br – Enjoy the charm of this Capitol Hill row home! 921 Potomac Ave (more…)

“Who are these people? Capitol Hill Missionaries?”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 28, 2019 at 1:15PM

Photo by PoPville flickr user Jessica Simpson

“Dear PoPville,

I’ve lived near Eastern Market for several years and have repeatedly been stopped by (mostly young women) “on their way to bible study”. The first couple of times it happened I thought they were lost or asking for directions. After the first couple of times anytime they stop me on the street I tell them very firmly to stop harassing me. (more…)