3300 block of Connecticut Ave, NW
DC Fire and EMS quote tweeted Andrew Leyden: “The crash / overdose on Connecticut Avenue is now a fatality despite a huge effort by @dcfireems to save this victim. Likely overdose as car accident was a minor fender bender.”
then reported: “DC Fire and EMS transported 2 other patients from this tragic event. (more…)
This rental is located at K St NE near 3rd St NE. The Craigslist ad says: (more…)
Remember that projection we wondered about a few weeks ago?
From the NoMa BID:
“On Wednesday, April 19, the NoMa Parks Foundation will unveil the K Street Virtual Gallery, a new, permanent outdoor art installation located in the 400-foot rail underpass on K Street between First and Second Streets NE.
Featuring 12 high-lumen laser projectors, each carefully calibrated and synchronized to cast a series of images on to the reticulated stone walls that flank the roadway, the K Street Virtual Gallery will enliven and brighten this section of K Street NE. The Gallery will be illuminated 24/7. (more…)
Ed. Note: If I may be so bold, may I suggest the name – Dave Thomas Circle. Alternatively I’d accept Wendy’s Way.
From the NoMa BID:
“The reconfiguration of the Florida Avenue/New York Avenue NE intersection, often referred to as the “Virtual Circle” or “Dave Thomas Circle” is scheduled to begin later this year. This intersection has been a chronic challenge for the District for generations.
In addition to improving safety and navigation for pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers, this project will improve the overall experience for everyone by bringing three new public spaces to the area immediately adjacent to the intersection. In advance of the delivery of these new spaces, the NoMa Business Improvement District (NoMa BID) is partnering with the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) and inviting members of the community to suggest one overall name for the trio of new public spaces. (more…)
photo by LaTur
From Wunder Garten:
“Wunder Garten Beer Garden (1101 First St. NE) announces their annual ‘FrühlingsFest’ – a two-weekend German inspired ‘Spring festival’ event sponsored by Spaten celebrating the spring season. (more…)
227 Harry Thomas Way, NE courtesy NoMa BID
From a press release:
“CiNoMatic, NoMa’s free outdoor movie series at Alethia Tanner Park, is returning for its fourth season this spring. Every Wednesday night from May 3 through May 31, the NoMa Business Improvement District (BID) will show free movies under the stars.
The theme for the spring 2023 season is “Villains We Love.” The scheduled movie series features a diverse lineup of thrillers with scene-stealing, love-to-hate ‘em, bad guys: (more…)
Thanks to Laura for sending: “Sad to report that Aloha Poke’s manager told me [Wednesday] was the final day for their Union Station location (their Dupont location will live on). The reason for the closing had to do with rent payments during the pandemic.”
Thanks to Michael for sending from NoMa last night: (more…)
418 Morse Street, NE courtesy Van Leeuwen
From a press release:
“Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, the cult-favorite brand known for its made-from-scratch dairy and vegan flavors, is pleased to announce the opening of its first Washington, D.C. scoop shop at 418 Morse St NE. Located within D.C.’s vibrant Union Market neighborhood, this outpost is the first of three Van Leeuwen stores slated to open in the Nation’s Capital over the coming months. (more…)
A reader reported around 3:30pm:
“Lots of smoke (that smells really bad) coming from the roof of the building on the corner of NY and Florida NE.”
From DC Fire and EMS: (more…)