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Scuttlebutt: Karaoke Bar coming to former Big Hunt space?!?!

Published April 13, 2023 at 12:45PM

1345 Connecticut Ave, NW

Last week we reported about a fire at the former Big Hunt building in Dupont. [Ed. Note: If I told you how I was screamed at by someone, after I posted photo farewell to the Big Hunt, who swore to me that Big Hunt would be reopening. If only. If only…] At the time of the fire DC Fire and EMS wrote: “Building appears to be under renovation.” And now first I’m hearing of what could be coming. Thanks to a tipster for sending word about what they hear is coming to the space: (more…)

“We have made the difficult decision to close our Dupont Circle location” (will stay open “through early summer 2023”)

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 13, 2023 at 9:35AM

1835 Connecticut Ave, NW

Thanks to K. for passing on from the NYSC (formerly Washington Sports) Club:

“Dear Dupont Circle Member,

Whether you’re a long-standing member or just recently discovered our Club, we hope that our gym has helped you progress along your fitness journey. We have made the difficult decision to close our Dupont Circle location, however, we are excited to welcome you to our fully renovated Club opening soon at 1211 Connecticut Avenue. This is the first Club outside of the New York City area to carry the New York Sports Club brand. We like to say our Sports Club brand was born in New York, but upgraded for you, DC.

You may continue enjoying the Dupont Circle location through early summer; we will communicate a closing date in the coming weeks. (more…)

Amparo Fondita coming to Dupont

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 13, 2023 at 8:35AM

2002 P Street, NW previously home to Pesce near Second Story Books

The liquor license placard for Amparo Fondita says: (more…)

#mexican

Bread Furst is taking over the cafe in The Phillips Collection!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 12, 2023 at 10:35AM

1600 21st Street, NW photo by Josh

From Bread Furst’s Mark Furstenberg:

“Although I have never imagined expanding Bread Furst in any way, an overture from the Phillips Collection was more than I could resist.

All of us at the bakery are proud that we are taking over the cafe inside the Phillips Collection. I have been a long time member at The Phillips and a long time resident of Dupont Circle.

We will offer a selection of everything we offer at the bakery on upper Connecticut Avenue including breads, pastries, sandwiches, salads, and coffee. (more…)

Today’s Rental was chosen for the DC Flag over the bed and the exposed brick, obviously

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 11, 2023 at 2:05PM

This rental is located at 1317 22nd St NW near P Street. The Craigslist ad says: (more…)

Dupont Circle Fountain Filled!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 10, 2023 at 12:35PM | Updated April 10, 2023 at 2:41PM

Thanks to J. for sending the good news about the Dupont Circle fountain.

Fingers crossed for Meridian Hill/Malcolm X fountains to follow soon.

Thanks to K. and A. for also sending photos: (more…)

#signs of spring

Fire “knocked down” at Former Big Hunt Building

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 6, 2023 at 1:35PM

1345 Connecticut Ave, NW, photos by Edward McGlone

Thanks to Edward for sharing just before 1pm: “apparent fire at the former Big Hunt building. Crews gearing up and deploying hoses. Connecticut Ave is blocked NB at N St NW” (more…)

“Important warning of attempted kidnapping in Dupont”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 6, 2023 at 11:35AM

via google maps

“Dear PoPville,

Can you please alert your followers about this horrifying incident that happened this morning in Dupont to my friend. We’ve ask MPD to update the alert to make sure people know this was not just a robbery but also an attempted kidnapping.

This morning at 6am my female friend was walking and was grabbed from behind at the corner of 19th and Q NW from a man who tried to force her into his white sedan. She fought him off and he took off in the car. (more…)