Downtown

Downtown Holiday Market Returns to Penn Quarter Nov. 19 through Dec. 23

By Prince Of Petworth


F Street, NW between 7th and 9th “features more than 70 local craft goods and artisan makers.”

From a press release:

“The nationally acclaimed Downtown Holiday Market, presented by DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) and Diverse Markets Management, returns to the nation’s capital for its 17th year starting Friday, November 19 through Thursday, December 23. The spacious, open-air market will take place in the eclectic arts and entertainment corridor in Penn Quarter, filling up two entire blocks of F Street NW, from 7th to 9th Streets, NW–steps away from the buzzing Capital One Arena and Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery. (more…)

“we have transformed the mural into a monument”

By Prince Of Petworth


via Mayor Muriel Bowser

From a press release:

“Mayor Muriel Bowser and the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced that the construction of the District’s permanent Black Lives Matter Plaza monument at 16th Street between K Street and H Street NW is officially complete.

“When we created Black Lives Matter Plaza in June 2020, we sent a strong message that Black Lives Matter, and that power has always been and always will be with well-meaning people. Today, we have transformed the mural into a monument,” said Mayor Bowser. “One of my proudest memories of Black Lives Matter Plaza is when, in his final days, Congressman John Lewis came to see it for himself. He recognized Black Lives Matter Plaza as good trouble, and we know it will remain a gathering place for reflection, planning and action, as we work toward a more perfect union.” (more…)

Filter Reopens in Foggy Bottom

By Prince Of Petworth


1916 I Street, NW

Thanks to T for sending: “Filter coffee in Foggy Bottom is reopening on Monday, newly renovated.”

Filter writes: “We are very excited to announce that Filter will be reopening in Foggy Bottom on Monday November 1st. Hours will be 7:30AM – 3:00PM Monday – Friday. (more…)

Shooting/Shots Fired around 8pm at 12th and M St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


12th and M Street, NW photo by Alex

Anton wrote: “4+ cop cars and at least one firetruck on 12th and m NW. What happened?”

Alex writes just after 8pm Monday night: “Third shooting in 4 weeks outside my building.”

Updates when/if more is known.

“Michele’s, new French-American restaurant, will open at The Eaton DC on November 3”

By Prince Of Petworth


1201 K Street, NW. Photo by Ted Eytan

Check out the menu here.

From a press release:

“Chef Matt Baker of Gravitas and 101 Hospitality Group today announced that Michele’s, Baker’s new French-American restaurant, will open its doors at The Eaton DC on November 3. Named after his late mother, Baker pays homage to his French heritage and upbringing in Houston and New Orleans at Michele’s, where he brings the multicultural flavor profiles of the two American culinary centers to the Nation’s Capital. The chef’s classical French training, his New American cooking style, hometown influences, and signature panache come together to create a bright, eclectic French American menu, where fresh, local seafood and seasonal produce take center stage. (more…)

Mark it!! “The National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Ice Rink will reopen on November 19”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Pablo Raw

From a press release:

“The National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Ice Rink will reopen on November 19, marking the return of a beloved winter activity after last year’s season was canceled. Located on the National Mall between 7th and 9th Streets along Constitution Avenue NW, the ice rink will remain open through March 6, weather permitting. (more…)

“Another parking conundrum”

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to The Shinning for sending from 20th off K Street, NW.

Having seen some early reaction, while most agree that the signage is confusing, let me just say that yes, when you take a moment the signs are obviously decipherable but the point is that the 7am on the green sign for 5 of those days that you are in fact not allowed to park there is unnecessarily deceiving at first glance. OK, let’s argue about it anyway :)

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