It doesn’t get too much more random than this…
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Cleveland Park
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This home is located at 3333 Cleveland Ave, NW:
The flier says:
“Timeless Wardman quality, thoughout enhanced. A classic 924 center hall colonial. In a choice Cleveland park setting. This is a superbly proportioned residence, well-suited for formal entertaining on a grand scale, with an abundance of private spaces, havens of calm and repose. The discerning buyer will appreciate the quality built in.”
You can find more info and photos here.
I’m digging the room surrounded by wood. What do you think of the house itself? It’s yours for $2,179,000.
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WBJ’s Missy Frederick broke the news on this spot last week. The Cereal Bowl’s Web site says that they’ll be opening at 3420 Connecticut Ave, NW which is the old Starbucks location (near the Uptown theater). Well I’ve never heard of a cafe focusing on cereal so this should be interesting. Do you guys think it is a good idea for a cafe?
This is quite scary and sad. From MPD:
The Metropolitan Police Department is currently investigating a police involved shooting of a dog that occurred in the 3400 block of Quebec Street, NW.
On Sunday, December 6, 2009 at approximately 5:30 pm, members of the Second District responded to the 3400 block of Quebec Street, NW, in reference to a call for a victim who had been bitten by a dog.
Prior to police arriving, a concerned witness heard the victim screaming for help. He managed to pull the dog, a male pit bull, off the victim, subdued the dog and placed the animal in a cage.
In addition to police, personnel from DC Animal Control and DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene. The victim, an adult female, was admitted to a local hospital and is currently in stable condition.
During the investigation of the incident, the dog reportedly became aggressive and got out of the cage. Animal Control employees made several unsuccessful attempts to secure the dog. The dog then charged towards one of the responding officers. Fearing imminent danger for his safety and the safety of others, the officer fired his service weapon, striking and injuring the dog.
Animal Control officers were then able to secure the dog, which has subsequently been euthanized.
The member who fired his weapon is a 39-year-old sergeant who has been with the department for 12 years.
“This is a tragic incident,” said Police Chief Cathy L. Lanier. “I commend the man, who put his own life in danger and stepped in to assist the victim in this violent dog attack. I also want to recognize the sergeant who stopped the dog from attacking anyone else.”
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This tree on Macomb Street in Cleveland Park blew me away. I don’t know if it was the light or what but the scene was truly breathtaking. Notice the color of the red and how amazing even the fallen leaves look on the steps up to the house.
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Photo from PoPville Flickr user annejuliet
Thanks to @FrenchTwistDC for the newest cupcake news. New York based Crumbs Bake Shop is coming to multiple DC area locations. Neighborhoods include Georgetown, Foggy Bottom, Cleveland Park & Rockville, MD. Exact locations have not been picked yet but as that info becomes available I’ll be sure to update. From their Web site:
Crumbs Bake Shop first opened its doors in March of 2003 on the Upper West Side of Manhattan by Mia & Jason Bauer. The menu is an irresistible blend of comfort-oriented classics and elegant baked goods, but the specialty of the house is the Crumbs Signature size cupcakes! With our more than 50 varieties baked fresh daily and a new cupcake of the week every Monday, each Crumbs Bake Shop is an oasis of wall to wall deliciousness. And now you can enjoy your favorite Crumbs treats in the comfort of your own home – just like Mom used to bake. Delivered straight to your front door, perfect for any occasion, without needing an occasion at all.
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Wow, it has been forever for the old McDonald’s spot at 3407 Connecticut Ave., NW to get a new tenant. The alcohol application license says, “New restaurant with recorded music. Occupancy load 150.” Trade name – DC Diner. Great news for Cleveland Park!
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I’ve shown this house before but I wanted to show it again because I think it’s a good example of copper changing colors. It’s also incredibly unique. Do you like when the color changes this way? Will the color change more than it looks now? This home is on Newark Street in Cleveland Park.
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It’s been a while since I checked in on the progress of the soon to be Porter Street Residences located on Porter east of Connecticut toward Rock Creek Park. Looks like the finished product will match the rendering. Does anyone remember if these are going to be condos or apartments? I feel like someone said previously that they were going to be residences for the Chinese Embassy? Is that right?
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“Dear PoP,
Looks like Cleveland Park Liquors cancelled the big theme wine tasting scheduled for Oct. 28th I mentioned to you a while back. Instead they are having it on October, 21. They changed the theme from Portuguese wines to “ world value.” October 21 from 5:30 – 8:30pm.
Also, looks like they are doing 20% off cases (mixed or solid) of still wines until Thursday. They usually have this big sale once a month with little notice to keep you guessing.
I can’t help but wonder if the moving of the wine tasting from next week to this week is in response to Weygandt’s opening (also today). And the horse race begins! Here’s hoping that when it is all over the neighborhood finds a way to support both stores. I worry they will be back to filling a vacant store front soon enough though.”