A reader reported at 6:32pm last night: “I heard about 5-6 gunshots from 14&V a few minutes ago. Sounded at least a block away. Hearing lots of sirens in the area now”
From MPD: “Alert: Shooting Investigation at 1829 hours in the 1800 block of 13th St NW. No Lookout
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911″
A reader reported 9:18pm: (more…)
fmcfad01 asks yesterday: “what’s this weird balloon over Eckington? Maybe over the train tracks toward RI Ave?”
This is the AirPhotosLive imaging balloon! Our last sighting was October 2021. Lots of info, and the super sweet view it sees, here.
This rental is located “2 blocks to the heart of Bloomingdale”. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2,400 / 2br – 975ft2 – 2 BD/1B House in Bloomingdale/Eckington Available Now (more…)
From an email:
“A lineup of emerging and established artists, photographers and authors will present their work Sunday afternoon at metrobar‘s inaugural Holiday Art Fair, which will include an art sale, photography exhibit and live music.
Artists from the Artbae and BlkArthouse will be selling their work at the outdoor venue, 640 Rhode Island Avenue NE. Artbae is a collective of DC-area artists who build awareness for activism and social change through arts-centered programming initiatives. BlkArthouse is a DC-based organization that represents emerging Black artists and is dedicated to increasing access and representation throughout the art world. The Holiday Art Fair runs from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Also happening: (more…)
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating suspects in connection with Misdemeanor Sexual Abuse offenses that occurred in the Third and Fifth Districts.
· On Thursday, November 4, 2021, at approximately 6:15 pm, the suspects, who were on a motorcycle, approached the victim in the 400 block of T Street, Northeast. (more…)
This rental is located at R St NE near 2nd St NE. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1,100 / 3br – 115ft2 – Private room w bath in gorgeous condo (Eckington) (more…)
1625 Eckington Place, NE courtesy Union Kitchen
From Union Kitchen:
“The wait is over. We’ve opened our doors at Quincy Lane! We hope you’ll join us for opening day and a free Blind Dog chocolate chip cookie.
We’re all stocked and ready to go with our: (more…)
1625 Eckington Place, NE courtesy Union Kitchen
Update from Union Kitchen:
“NEW OPENING DATE: We are going to open on Tuesday, October 19th! Our daily hours are 8 am – 9 pm”
From Union Kitchen:
“Mark your calendar – October 11th
We’re so excited to open our doors at Quincy Lane in Eckington loaded up with Everyday Essentials, Made to Order, and Local Products.
Thanks to Peter for sharing a sneak peek at the menu: (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Scuttlebut: New Dog Park in Eckington (Bryant St) + Staircase next to CIty-State Brewery. I would say it is at the end of Bryant ST NE where one would enter the MBT trail entrance near the Rhode Island Ave metro pedestrian bridge. (more…)
640 Rhode Island Ave NE via metrobar
From metrobar:
“Fourth of July
Outdoor Workout at metrobar
10:45am-11:30am | Get Tickets
Join Christie Horan for a 45-minute bodyweight workout — which includes a post-workout mimosa! Bring your yoga mat, sneakers & water.
District Day Party with DJ, Games, Brews & Craft Cocktails
12:00pm | Doors Open (more…)