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Rabies Alert for Georgetown

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“Another lactating female raccoon was found sick at an alley on 34th and R St. NW on July 10. Lab results came today July 18. There is the possibility her young may be infected with the virus. Please assist in informing your constituents again. See attached Rabies flyer.

On Wednesday July 10, 2013 a sick raccoon that was picked up from the alley on 34th and R St. NW was recently determined rabid by the DC Department of Health. The raccoon was a yr. old lactating mother that left her young ones behind and possibly also rabid.”

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Ed. Note: Previously we discussed Rabies alerts in Cleveland Park, most recently on June 10th.

‘Students and Alumni For a Better Georgetown’ Not Digging Proposed New Dorm

By Prince Of Petworth

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Rendering by Sasaki Associates via change.org

Thanks to a reader for sending this petition – Georgetown University: Solicit new architects’ drawings for the new ‘Northeast Triangle’ dorm:

On July 2, 2013, Georgetown University revealed its plans for a new dorm on campus, across from the last patch of green space opposite Reiss, tenatively dubbed ‘Northeast Triangle’. The plans were developed by Boston-based Sasaki Associates, whose past experience includes developing residence halls at UC Riverside, Purdue University, and California State Polytechnic University.

Students and alumni were unanimous in their opposition to the uninspired, Eastern Bloc-like proposal, completely incongruous with Georgetown’s rich architectural heritage, in addition to taking up one of the last remaining green spaces on campus. The Old Georgetown Board agreed, asking for the University to go back to the drawing board and produce alternatives for the next board meeting in September. (more…)

Grill Kabob Closes in Georgetown

By Prince Of Petworth

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3299 M Street, NW

Back in 2011 Grill Kabob opened in the former Aditi Indian restaurant at 33rd and M St, NW. Prime corner space should attract somebody to takeover the space soon.

So where can you get the best kabobs in town?

House of the Day

By Prince Of Petworth

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I don’t think I’ve ever seen a bay window coming out of the side of a row house like this. It’s awesome. From Georgetown.

Malmaison, Café and Bar, Opens in Georgetown Today

By Prince Of Petworth

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34th and Water St, NW

From the Georgetown BID:

Malmaison: Opening June 17th!

The Popal family, best known for Napoleon Bistro and Café Bonaparte, is pleased to announce the expansion of their French culinary dossier with Malmaison, Georgetown’s newest upscale café and bar, catering to the sophisticated palette of the savvy, well-traveled Washingtonian. Malmaison was the first home of Napoleon and his wife Josephine and this concept aims to provide the ambiance of an international retreat right on the banks of Georgetown’s Waterfront. Malmaison will be open for lunch and dinner, six days a week – Tuesday through Sunday – through Labor Day weekend. Lunch at Malmaison will include a range of soups, salads and sandwiches. Dinner entrée selections notably include Roasted Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella Ravioli with Basil Sauce and Arugula Salad, Homemade Duck Confit with Sautéed Potatoes with Frisee Salad and Glazed Vegetables and Cod with a Crust of Mushrooms and Relish of Shallots and Herbs.

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Obiviously the Rug Really Tied the Room Together

By Prince Of Petworth


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A resident asked for more information about a theft in the 3100 – 3199 BLOCK OF O STREET NW. MPD responded:

“Stolen was an oriental rug.”

I will never pass up an opportunity to post a Big Lebowski clip!!

Bloomers, Underwear * Sleepwear * Loungewear, Coming to Georgetown

By Prince Of Petworth

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3210 O Street, NW

Bloomers is coming to 3210 O Street, NW in Georgetown. They currently have locations in Shirlington and Old Town Alexandria. Their website says:

Bloomers is the vision of Bellacara co-founder, Kim Putens, who sought to create a unique store focusing on underwear, sleepwear and loungewear, and NOT lingerie.

Feeling that most shops of its kind focused too much on lingerie, Kim was frustrated with the lack of stores offering just the basics and simple, beautiful lounge and sleepwear. She preferred comfortable undergarments, sleepwear and loungewear that didn’t look like her husband’s sweatpants and college t-shirts, but slinky lingerie does not fit the bill either. So, Kim set out to create a boutique where comfort and practicality, as well as style and beauty, are the focus. In fact, when Kim is buying sleepwear for the store, she always asks herself ‘will I be mortified if my young son sees me in this?’

As Kim always says, lingerie stores are intimidating and most of us feel uncomfortable in them when all we want is to simply buy a new bra or get a cute pair of underwear. And, while we all like to look our best on the outside, it’s what’s underneath that can make the difference.

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Gotta Love Technology – “Operation Fresh Air removes odors along C&O Canal”

By Prince Of Petworth

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From DC Water:

Relief is here for the many visitors along the scenic C&O Canal and those who live, work or play anywhere along the 50-mile long Potomac Interceptor sewer. DC Water, the National Park Service, Cabin John Citizens Association, Palisades Citizens Association and other community and environmental groups today cut the ribbon on the first of six odor-scrubbing facilities.

Using technology to “scrub” the air at these six points along the large-diameter sewer enabled DC Water to remove most of the vents that have for years emitted sewer gases to the open air above. In addition to the District of Columbia facility at Fletcher’s Boathouse, three Maryland facilities have also been completed. Two more begin construction in Virginia in the coming months.

“This solution has been many years in the making,” said David Lake, DC Water Board member and Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection Special Assistant. “DC Water, the National Park Service and community groups may have come to the table from different viewpoints, but worked together for the success we celebrate today.”

General Manager George S. Hawkins added, “DC Water studied the problem, analyzed potential solutions and set about building these facilities. It took many years and dozens of permits, but in the end, we have a series of buildings that blend with the environment, serve to scrub the odors and provide public restrooms for those enjoying the parks.”

National Park Service Superintendent Kevin Brandt said, “The C&O Canal is a regional treasure that attracts hundreds of visitors a day. Restoring fresh air gives visitors a natural, refreshing outdoor experience. We thank everyone who had a hand in this project.”

The ribbon cutting was held at the Fletcher’s Boathouse building on the C&O Canal. The buildings will control odors and preserve the sewer line from corrosive sewer gases. Most of the vents from the sewer are being removed, but the remaining few vents are necessary to create the vacuum effect that keeps the sewage flowing in this gravity-fed sewer. The total construction cost of the six facilities is approximately $19 million.

The Potomac Interceptor (PI) sewer was constructed in the 1960s by the Federal government to connect Washington Dulles International Airport and several suburban jurisdictions to the Blue Plains Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant. After, complaints surfaced about the odor coming through the vents, especially along the picturesque C&O Canal, a favorite destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

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