I saw a cop positioned right outside the Heights the other evening. I was happy to see him there. So what do you think: Do the new restaurants opening up in Columbia Heights have an arrangement with the Metropolitan Police Department for regular patrols? Have you noticed more police around the Petworth/Columbia Heights night spots?
Well, I’ve been avoiding blogging about this for a while now but a kind reader sent in a great photo. The reader writes:
“This sign is on 11th St – kinda freaks me out, but not sure why.”
So here goes: 11th Street between Wonderland and Red Rocks is home to a very curious storefront. I think you can tell from the photo but it reads “Up You Might Race…It’s Time”. I gulp every time I walk past it. So a few questions naturally come to mind, first and foremost – what the hell is this? Is this group active or is it a blast from the past? I think I’ve seen one person walk through a side door once. It always seems to be closed. So is this for real? Does it make anyone else a little uncomfortable when they walk by. In all honesty, I think it is the coolest sign in town…if it doesn’t mean anything. But if it is for real, well for once, I don’t know what to say.
Well, I’m not sure if it is every night and I’m not sure if it is good but it is a new development. Unfortunately they continue to use substandard signage… Has anyone tried their bbq night?
Columbia Heights News reports the controversy over the proposed grocery store. It seems to me like it would be a great fit in Columbia Heights and would nicely compliment the Giant.
Columbia Heights News reports that Julia’s Empanadas is coming to Park Triangle in Columbia Heights. They say Julia’s will be located between Citibank and Rita’s Ice. This is fantastic news!
I briefly mentioned Mayorga coffee located in the Tivoli on Park Rd and 14th St but I don’t think it has received enough attention. This place is ridiculously good. You can kind of see from this picture it has vaulted ceilings on the ground floor. And this place is huge. There is a lounge adjacent to the ordering area with wifi and big flat screen tv. Plus upstairs it has a super cool bar. This place is honestly insane. It looks so modest from the outside but they have truly taken advantage of the Tivoli’s architectural features. I talk a lot about good vibes and atmospheres of restaurants/bars. At Mayorga as soon as you enter the doors you take a big sigh of relief it is so pleasant. If you haven’t checked it out yet, it is an absolute must!
Read the full article here.
A sample:”The focus is pizza, but you don’t have to eat crust to fuel up here. The kitchen also makes bruschetti, panini, salads and a handful of main courses, including a roast fish of the day and golf ball-size meatballs served on runny polenta. And the bar pours refreshing chasers in the form of Chimay Triple and Allagash White beers on tap — among RedRocks’ 30 or so available suds.”
Ok, far be it from me to judge, but look at this corner “park” between The Heights and Tivoli in Columbia Heights. There are a few trees but it is mostly filled with gravel. I think Petworth has a number of awesome green triangular parks that look fantastic. One of those in this location would improve the look 100%. What do you think about the gravel replacing good old fashioned American grass?
I’m very excited to see how this renovation turns out over on 11th Street. It has a super cool center window that seems to be made out of iron with a pretty cool pattern on it. And it looks like the renovation will preserve that awesome feature. If you know of any other cool or not so cool renovations going on be sure to email me the address so I can check them out. I wonder if this one will be broken up into condos or kept as a single unit. What are your guys’ thoughts on rowhouses that are split into condos?
An excerpt of an email from the organizers:
“We want you!” Columbia Heights Day is not just a one-day event; it’s a living breathing extension of our community. Without the input and support from all of our neighbors, Columbia Heights Day cannot exist. Opportunities abound for everyone to participate.
* Next FUNdraiser: August 15, 2007 at the Wonderland Ballroom, 9pm
* Are you a musician or a performer? Do you have experience with audio/visual technology? Be a part of the Performance committee and possibly end up on the bandstand yourself.
* If you’re a natural organizer, we need your help to keep things running smoothly both before and on the big day.
* Do you serve the community or volunteer your time? We want the rest of the neighborhood to know about it. Every community organization is welcome to set up a booth.
* Are there artists out there? Display your work.
For more information email [email protected]