Thanks to Jehan for sending word:
“I spotted signage for a Halal Guys in the Union Station food court today. It’s next to the Wendy’s and &pizza! The booth is locked up right now, but the sign is up above it.” (more…)
NoMa (Near Northeast)
Photo by Brandon Bayton courtesy Wunder Garten (1101 First Street. NE)
From an email:
“This week Wunder Garten’s 4th Annual WINTERFEST celebration returns. It begins on Friday, December 4, and will run through December 20. We have an amazing lineup. In addition to our 13K square foot space of outdoor socially distant space, firepits, cozy cabanas, seasonal beers, and hot beverages, this is weekend’s program includes: (more…)
From a press release:
“WHO/WHAT: This holiday season, everyone will get the chance to pay it forward by donating gently worn or new winter coats and accessories to three local charities while shopping one of a kind local art and vintage clothing. To continue their mission of building community by enhancing experiences through art & design and creating unique connections, Swatchroom is launching COMMON THREAD, celebrating what connects everybody through their ability to provide for each other individually and collectively. Designed to offer an accessible and sustainable retail experience focused on giving new life to gently used clothing, footwear & accessories while supporting the local community.
Curated vintage men’s and women’s clothing and one of a kind sneakers can also be shopped during a special vintage and bespoke resale. Artwork by local artists like mixed media artist Nicole Salimbene, sculptor & painter Michael West, and photographer Violetta Markelou, will be available for purchase during an exciting art exhibition.
Clothing Drive – All clothing donations will benefit N Street Village, Central Union Mission and Women Giving Back.
Vintage & Bespoke Resale – With retail partners Los Gitanos Vintage, Gary Williams Jr., Tribute Collective, Victor Nguyen-Long & Violetta Markelou
Art Exhibition – With artist partners Nicole Salimbene, mixed media artist; Michael West, sculptor and painter; and Violetta Markelou, photographer
For more information on how to get involved or give back visit: swatchroom.com/commonthread
WHEN: December 2020
Thursdays – Saturdays: 12 pm – 6 pm
Sundays: 1 pm – 5 pm
WHERE:
‘In 7 Words’ Union Market District
1268 4th St NE”
Photo by Alexander Andresian
Alexander writes: “The parking situation on Pierce St. (near 1st St. NE) is dangerous. It turns the road into a one-way street that goes two ways (see picture above) – this car must drive on the left side of the road to get around these cars. Is there something you can do to address?”
From SEOULSPICE (NoMa at 145 N Street, NW; Tenleytown at 4600 Wisconsin Ave, NW):
“SEOULSPICE, the healthy Korean comfort food concept with locations in NOMA, Tenleytown and College Park, Maryland, has transformed two of its popular fast-casual restaurants into Korean BBQ concepts. Beginning Wednesday, November 11, fans of the NOMA and Tenleytown locations will be able to enjoy a never-ending supply of high-quality, dry-aged beef, served tableside with an ample selection of Korean banchan (sides) and scratch-made sauces. Guests who visit the new Korean BBQ concept can also look forward to a 25% discount for the month of November, followed by a 10% discount for the month of December. The full price menu will launch on January 1, 2021. This special savings only applies to the cuisine (beverages pricing excluded from the discount) during the preview period and is available exclusively at the NOMA and Tenleytown locations. (more…)
From MPD:
“On November 8, 2020 at approximately 9:03 PM , Fourth District officers responded to sounds of gunshots in the 5400 block of Georgia Ave NW. Three adult victims were located suffering from gunshot wounds. This case is being investigated by Violent Crime Branch. Anyone with information related to this is urged to call MPD at 202-727-9099 or to text anonymously to 50411″
From MPD:
“On 11/8/20 at approximately 8:30 PM, First District officers responded to the intersection of 1St Street SW & P Street SW for a report of a shooting. On the scene, officers located an adult female victim with a gunshot wound to her leg. (more…)
Thanks to Samantha for sending the above from NoMa: “I support this 100%.”
And thanks to Evan Lee for sending these great ones from Anacostia: (more…)
Photo by James Hong
From MPD just after 9pm:
“The Third and First Districts are investigating a shooting in the area of North Capitol and New York Ave NW. An adult male has been transported to an area hospital with a non life threatening gunshot wound to the torso.
Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”
via google maps
From MPD:
“On October 20, 2020 at approximately 6:35 pm, and unknown suspect fired multiple shots in the 800 block of Crittenden St, NW, striking two adult male victims, and fled the scene in an unknown direction and manner. (more…)
1264 5th Street, NE. Photos by Capitol Phil
Thanks to Phil for sharing:
“Vinyl coming to Union Market soon. Few doors up from St. Anselm.”
Byrdland’s website says:
“from the team that Brought You Songbyrd Music House!
Washington D.C.’s finest record and music shop (more…)
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1st and N Street, NE
Update From MPD 12:53pm: “MPD is currently working a barricade situation in the 1200 block of 1st Street, NE. Preliminarily, one individual is barricaded in a room with a knife. There are no hostages involved or injuries to report at this time.” (more…)