From DC Department of Health via MPD:

“Recently, a lactating female raccoon was determined rabid on 34th and R St. NW and ten days later, a second lactating raccoon mother was found about 3 blocks from original sighting 10 days later. Lab results came today July 29. There is the possibility her young may be infected with the virus.

The main message here is prevention and caution on approaching any suspicious animals including loose cats and dogs. For the pet owners, allowing cats and dogs to run at large in the woods is risky due to possible exposure to Rabies and Lyme disease, both of which can be transmitted to humans.”


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3291 M Street, NW

Back in March 2012 we learned that Spike Mendelsohn would be opening another Good Stuff Eatery in the former Crepe Amour space 3291 M Street, NW.  You can see Good Stuff’s menu here.

Mendelsohn recently opened his steak-frites restaurant, Bearnaise, on Capitol Hill near the original Good Stuff Eatery.

@TheGeorgetownr tweeted yesterday:

“Hey @chefspike, a Little birdy told me that #Goodstuffeatery will be open this #Friday in #Georgetown. Is it true? Cause we are ready!”

Update from @chefspike:

“Proud to announce that #goodstuffeatery will be open in #Georgetown on Monday! Come by for your burger and shake fix 3291 M St NW on Monday”

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The trompe l’oiel house in Georgetown. Though it’s not exactly clear what the trompe l’oiel actually is, unless that’s not really a door…

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3414 Volta Place, NW

I haven’t passed by this one in years. I forgot how awesome it is. Officially this is the Volta Laboratory and Bureau:

The current building, a U.S. National Historic Landmark, was constructed in 1893 under the direction of Alexander Graham Bell to serve as a center of information for deaf and hard of hearing persons. Bell, best known for receiving the first telephone patent in 1876, was also a prominent figure of his generation in the education of the deaf. His grandfather, father and elder brother were teachers of speech and the younger Bell worked with them.

Lots more awesome history here and here.

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Noodles and Company has opened up next to the Jos A Bank at 1825 Wisconsin Ave, NW.

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Cady’s Alley Courtesy of eastbanc

From a press release:

“EastBanc, Inc. and Jamestown announced today that Steven Alan, the trend-setting casual fashion boutique for both men and women, has signed a lease to occupy the retail space in its Georgetown Renaissance property at 3319 M Street, in the heart of Cady’s Alley. The 670-square-foot store will serve as the brand’s first DC location. Steven Alan will move into its new Cady’s Alley address in September. Home furnishings and fashion retailer Muléh formerly occupied the space.

Offering modern versions of classic ready-to-wear standards for both men and women, Steven Alan has become a staple in casual wear. Alan first emerged into the fashion world in 1994, opening a retail store in New York City to showcase emerging designers. He launched his own line in 1999 and quickly garnered a following for the unique brand of casual, self-assured essentials. Steven Alan, represented by broker Elliott Kyle of The McDevitt Company, will be located directly across from Kafe Leopold.

“Steven Alan is one of the more innovative urban retailers we have recently met,” says Philippe Lanier, vice president of EastBanc, Inc. “The store’s interest in becoming a component of Cady’s Alley helps solidify our desire to enhance and complement the design focus of the block with innovative retailers developing a brand and culture around their customer. We believe that shoppers will find the Steven Alan experience one that they visit often.”

Situated on the scenic central courtyard, Steven Alan will enrich the extensive collection of distinguished designer brands currently found in Cady’s Alley, rounding out the retail quarter as Washington’s epicenter of modern fashion, design, furnishing and lifestyle goods. The Steven Alan lease agreement is part of a recent swell of Georgetown Renaissance leasing activity that includes stylish retailers such as Intermix, Calypso St. Barth, CB2, City Sports and West Elm. The Steven Alan deal also solidifies the westward movement in Georgetown of sophisticated lifestyle offerings and will complement current Cady’s Alley fashion tenants Bonobos, Babette and Relish.”


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3003 M Street, NW

Just saw the coming soon signage for i-Thai Restaurant and Sushi Bar posted in the old Garrett’s space in Georgetown.  The Washington Post reports:

“Owner Ann Chevasuttho said the menu would be similar to her other Thai restaurants in Virginia – I-Thai in Vienna and ThaiDeelish in Ashburn — but with more of an upscale atmosphere and a sushi bar.”

Updates as they get closer to opening.

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