Thanks to all who sent word especially this reader who also sent the photos. He writes:
“I just happened to walk by as the first fire trucks were arriving at around 1245 pm today at this fire at the Alliance of Concerned Men building at 2905 11th. There was white smoke pouring out of the building, but the firefighters had it under control within about 20 minutes. Here are pictures. As you can see around 7-10 fire trucks and probably 40 plus firefighters responded.”
A commenter writes:
“You asked not too long ago if a Columbia Heights Xmas tree would be a good idea. I personally thought it was a great idea and could lure shoppers to the neighborhood. Well the idea had its critics. Chief amoung the problems seemed to be that an Xmas tree was a religious symbol and therefore couldnt be placed in the plaza. So why then I ask. Was I walking by the plaza only to see a FULL ON NATIVITY SCENE? I for one think the tree would be a lot prettier and a much better draw.”
I think a camel in Columbia Heights is awesome!
edward_DC also uploaded this photo to the PoPville flickr pool:
When I posted last week that Pho Viet was opening up at 3513 14th Street, NW I thought there would be a bit more excitement given the frenzy that occurred when nearby Pho 14 opened on Park Road. I tried to go today and sadly forgot that they were closed on Mondays. So a couple questions – has anyone given them a try yet? How does it compare to Pho 14?
And props to Pho Viet for getting a proper sign:
“Dear PoP,
Just came home to the intersection Sherman Avenue and Euclid Street, around 6:45 pm (Monday night). At the intersection are five police cars with lights blazing, plus one unmarked with police plates, and a civilian car burning its four-ways. We saw the cops putting a man in fatigues into the back of one of the cars, and now there are half a dozen officers out conversing on the corner. Any info as to what’s going on in my front yard?”
MPD 3D Commander Jacob Kishter writes:
“Third District members on patrol intervened on an attempt carjacking at Sherman Ave and Euclid St, NW. One adult male was arrested without incident.”
Excellent work!
Thanks to a reader for sending this nice find. Ah, rodents…
Photo of Dan Searing pouring Nocino
Room 11 is located at 3234 11th St, NW (at Lamont) From an email:
“Please join us on Monday, December 21st for a Winter Solstice Celebration.
Starting at 5 pm we will feature the next beer in our guest tap series,
Anderson Valley Winter Solstice Ale, an award-winning 6.9% ABV spiced
brown ale.
We’re even more excited however, about the long-awaited release of our
house-made Nocino, an Italian-style green walnut liqueur that has been
infusing since June! The complex bitter flavor of green walnuts is
softened by sugar and complemented by baking spices and lemon zest. It’s
served cold but sure to warm you up on a cold Winter’s night.”
Thanks to a reader for sending:
“Walking down Park Rd this afternoon, not only was there a line out the door at Pho 14 but the nearby nail salon had opened.”
Council Member Jim Graham sends an update of Ward 1 parks in an email:
“After the D.C. Council’s vote on Tuesday, December 14, to rescind $83 million in Parks and Recreation Contracts many of you called and wrote to me asking what that meant for Justice Park, Park View and LeDroit Park.
I am happy to report that these parks construction projects are already “back on track.” The Deputy Mayor for Economic Development has assured me that the $750K Justice Park project and the $1.2 million Park View project will be overseen by Allen Lew − Executive Director of the Office of Public Education Facilities Modernization − and will move forward. This is excellent news given the great speed and success with which Mr. Lew has handled school renovations and constructions.
The final project, the LeDroit Park (former Gage school transformation) will remain in the Deputy Mayor’s portfolio and the contract for the reconstruction will be re-bid and move forward.”
I’m a huge fan of Social located at 14th and Meridian, NW in Columbia Heights. Just thought I’d mention that they’ve added some new options to their menu that sounds awesome:
Angus Sliders 8/14/19 ($ small, medium, large prices)
hand formed with gorgonzola and pickled onions
Chicken Souvlaki with cucumber mint 7/13/18
grilled pita filled with marinated chicken, cucumber yogurt and regional salsa
Miso Glazed Chicken Skewer 6/11/15
grilled breast of young chicken , skewered and served with peanut curry dipping sauce
Vegetable Tempura with sweet soy chili sauce 7/13/18
deep fried green beans, cremini mushrooms, red peppers and zucchini
Chicken Cordon Bleu 8/14/19
pounded chicken wrapped into havarti cheese, breaded and fried served with a 10 cane rum honey mustard
Gilroy Garlic Fries 5/9
served with curry ketchup and honey mustard mayo
You can see the full menu after the jump. (more…)
Back in October we saw a great video on Shaw. Agent Phil Di Ruggiero writes:
“I call Columbia Heights home and have always LOVED the neighborhood. We shot the video over a couple days in October all around the hood and had the greatest time interviewing the people who make this neighborhood so special. My dog Carlos is in it too and is likely to be a fan favorite with his bag of tricks. It is such a pleasure to live and work in this dynamic neighborhood and I hope your readers enjoy the video as much as we had fun making it.”