Cleveland Park

NOT CLOSING but “2Amys has come to a difficult decision: barring some kind of miracle, we plan to remain open for carry-out only for the rest of 2020.”

By Prince Of Petworth


3715 Macomb Street, NW just off Wisconsin Ave

From an email:

“2Amys has come to a difficult decision: barring some kind of miracle, we plan to remain open for carry-out only for the rest of 2020.

We have spent much time trying to figure out how to stay safe in our kitchen while also being able to cook for our customers. After attending numerous Zoom conferences and reading up on various best practices, we have decided this is the safest and best way forward for us. (more…)

DC Public Library also begins partial Reopening Today

By Prince Of Petworth

From the DC Public Library:

“Library customers will soon be able to borrow and return physical items from the DC Public Library. On May 29, take-out service will be offered at the Anacostia and Cleveland Park libraries as part of Mayor Bowser’s plan to reopen the District.

Because the District’s Public Health Emergency remains in effect, Library service will be restored in phases. This approach allows the Library to ensure the safety of customers and staff and to begin replenishing its physical collection. (more…)

School of Rock Still Coming to Cleveland Park

By Prince Of Petworth


3529 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Thanks to Jeff for sending the new window signage at old Palena space in Cleveland Park. Back in January we reported that School of Rock would be coming here:

“For over a decade, School of Rock has taught guitar, bass, drums, vocals, and keys through an innovative performance-based method. Students are put through a series of private lessons and group rehearsals and then get to show off what they learn on real rock stages to real rock audiences.”

“The first round of sidewalk extensions to allow pedestrians enough space to practice social distancing”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photos by Cristiam Rodriguez

Thanks to Cristiam for sending from the Cleveland Park Service Lane, yes THAT service lane.

DDOT shares other locations: “The first round of sidewalk extensions are being installed by the end of the week at the following locations to allow pedestrians enough space to practice social distancing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) public health emergency.

North side of Irving St NW between Hiatt Pl and 15th St NW

West side of Georgia Ave NW between Quincy St and Randolph St

East side of 25th St NW between Pennsylvania Ave NW and Trader Joe’s driveway

North side of H St NE between 3rd St NE and 4th St NE

Full closure of the Connecticut Ave NW service lane between Macomb St NW and Ordway St NW (more…)

Update: Confirmed: “It looks like the Uptown has been shut down suddenly!”

By Prince Of Petworth


3426 Connecticut Ave, NW

Update from their website:

A reader reported yesterday afternoon: “I heard a rumor that the famous uptown theatre is closing down. Is this true?? That theatre is famous to anyone who has lived and grew up in Washington DC. From Superman to Star Wars this theatre has been a showplace to many people both in the city and all over the DMV.” (more…)

Restoring Faith in Local – Congrats to Proper Topper who Turns 30 this year!

By Prince Of Petworth


1350 Connecticut Ave, NW. Photo by Flickr user Dan Zink

From a press release:

“2020 marks the 30th anniversary of local retailer Proper Topper, which will commemorate the occasion with Throwback Thursday happy hours, weekly drawings, pop-up sales, and a big celebratory bash in June. What began as a hat shop in historic Union Station – drawing famous hat lovers from Fugazi to the Clintons to the Queen of England – has evolved into a thriving neighborhood institution with two locations, devoted customers, and a diverse collection of goods far beyond just hats. (more…)

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