Photo by Tom Healy
Thanks to all who messaged. DC Fire & EMS last reported around 11:15:
“Update 2nd Alarm 1500 block Church St NW. #DCsBravest have fire under control. Quick action prevented fire spread to attached buildings on both sides. No injuries reported. Requesting @RedCrossNCR for anticipated displacements. Investigators on scene to determine cause.” (more…)
Photo by PoPville flickr user Tim Brown
From WMATA:
“Metro will make it easy for riders to get to the Smithsonian National Zoo to say bye-bye to Bei Bei, the zoo’s beloved giant panda. Free shuttle buses will drop-off and pick-up customers at the zoo’s entrance while three Red Line stations (Cleveland Park, Woodley Park and Dupont Circle) are closed for major lighting upgrades this weekend. (more…)
Photo by Alex Graham
Thanks to Alex for sending news about Saxbys closing in Dupont (1309 19th Street, NW) after today’s service.
Saxbys closed their downtown location back in 2016. Updates when we learn what becomes of the Dupont space. For Dupont folks, Philz will probably scratch that itch.
From DC Bike Party:
“It’s chilly outside but DCBP is keeping it spicy Wed 13th 730 wheels up, 8pm sharp
We’re celebrating pumpkin spice with a ride end TBA. Wear a fav sweater/rock some orange +we’ll have some DCBP shirts! We’ll be raising $$ 4 So Others May Eat & DC Central Kitchen”
Whoa, thanks to Owen for sending from 16th and T Street, NW on Sunday. (more…)
1840 18th Street, NW
Last week we were surprised to see Larry’s Lounge had “gone fishing”. Turns out they just missed a permit/license filing. All is well with the world again. Thanks to Aaron for the update from Larry’s:
“We’re reopening Wednesday, Nov. 6! Stop by and see us because we’ve missed you.”
Hot on the heels of “End the Gentrification of D.C. Neighborhoods! Support Public Libraries! No more Little Free Libraries!”, Brent writes:
“The former “Michelle Obama” LFL that was repeatedly vandalized is now back, and this one is really fancy. No longer any plaque honoring Michelle.”
2035 P Street, NW
Thanks to Capital Jeff for sending: “I’ve been here nearly 30 years & never seen DC Cafe closed at 6:30 on a Saturday evening.”
Scott writes: “D.C. Cafe in Dupont Circle is transforming.”
Looks like the photo says: Coming Soon – Swaramah – Falafel. I thought they already served Swarma and Falafel didn’t they? (more…)
From GoFundMe:
“Charlie was living in the same place in Dupont Circle for over 40 years before being forced out due to gentrification. For a variety of reasons, once he was forced to move he wasn’t set up for success and things haven’t worked out since moving to Mt. Pleasant a few years ago. Unfortunately, Charlie will soon be evicted and currently has no place to go. (more…)
Thanks to Christina (and everyone else) for sending:
“1414 17th St NW (Brunswick House) residents and neighboring buildings were evacuated at 4:30AM due to underground explosions. A loud bang (presumably a manhole cover blowing off) that shook the building woke up residents, followed by fire alarms and lights flickering. The police were keeping residents on P street and discouraged anyone from standing close to any manholes in the area. We were allowed to re-enter the building around 5AM, although there is no electricity.” (more…)