Georgetown

Sprinkles Cupcakes is coming to 3015 M St NW. Their Web site says that cupcakes cost $3.25 each or $36 for a dozen. For the cupcake fans out there – is that about the going rate?

They plan on opening up in Feb. ’11.

I seem to remember there was some discussion over the summer about Georgetown shops leaving their doors open to invite patrons in but as a result ended up wasting serious air conditioning. Who knew it also applied to Winter. Last weekend I noticed the new Ugg store on Wisconsin Ave had its door propped open on Sunday (it was about 28 degrees outside).

Ridiculous or if they can afford the cost who cares?

Apple store at grand opening located at 1229 Wisconsin Ave, NW

From an MPD alert:

“Yesterday evening, a woman walked out of the Apple Store in the 1200 block of Wisconsin Avenue, NW after purchasing 2 laptop computers. A short time and distance later, while walking from the store to the 3300 block of N Street NW, the woman was robbed by 2 suspects. She was forcefully knocked down to the ground and both suspects escaped with the computers.

I think it’s safe to assume that the victim was followed from the store. The suspects may have been waiting for someone to leave the store with large bags or other obvious indications of a large purchase.

I have placed additional officers in the area and PSA 206 managers are discussing further precautions with the store.

As most of you know, this time of year is a favorite for criminals. They know we’re out shopping and probably not paying much attention to our surroundings. Please make sure to be aware of what’s going on around you; never leave valuables in your cars; and use common sense when leaving stores with large packages. If you see anyone acting suspiciously, call 911 immediately.”

Ojo Latino is a series by Néstor Sánchez Cordero.

One more really odd one after the jump. (more…)

This home is located at 2823 N St, NW:

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The flier says:

“One of Georgetown’s most beautiful properties. 1850’s Greek Revival House with columned porches. Double drawing room with fireplaces, powder room, dining room, table space kitchen. Master bedroom and bath with sitting room, additional bedroom and bath on second level, two bedrooms, two baths on third level. Adjoining one bedroom apartment. Pool and landscaped garden. Parking for two cars.”

You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.

Well, this is the first time I’ve seen a built in book shelf, a floor to ceiling built in book shelf, in the kitchen. Sweet. What do you think of the house overall? It’s yours for $6,600,000.

From an email:

“Invalid,” Genki Media LLC has teamed up with The Picnic Theatre Company once again for “An Evening With Edgar Allan Poe.” The company will produce three short 15-minute plays adapted by Robert Mason. The plays will be performed at one of Washington D.C.’s most beautiful (and, on this night, spooky) historic homes, The Dumbarton House in Georgetown. Tickets for the each of the three nights (Oct, 27, 28 and 29) are $10. Wine and food from Napoleons and Cafe Bonaparte will be available on site. Proceeds from the performance will benefit Clowns Without Borders and Dumbarton House.org.

When: October 27, 28 and 29
Time: 6:00 p.m. – Bar opens
7:30 p.m – 8.30 p.m. – Performance
Location: Dumbarton House, 2715 Q street NW (just after Dumbarton bridge in Georgetown -15 minute
walk from Dupont Circle metro)
Dress Code: Gothic fancy dress optional (but encouraged).

Ticketing: Purchase tickets at http://aneveningwithpoe.eventbrite.com
General Admission $10.00
Wine and Crepes available for purchase on site

Tickets include access to the Halloween after-party at Napoleon’s on Oct 29th.”