Florida and North Capitol Street, NE
“Dear PoPville,
Know anything about this? One of my neighbors sent a photo of this sign going up at Florida and North Cap (old NY Pizza place that’s had chainlink fencing around the lot got a while). Looks like Aunteaboba’s Instagram talks about a “DC location coming soon,” but wondering if there’s any other scuttlebutt?” (more…)
hahaha amazing, thanks to Dougie for sending: “Just when you thought you’d seen it all… I just came across a Christmas tree in NoMa that has “survived” the entire year of 2020! You can’t make this shit up”
Last Christmas Tree in Town is brought to you by the Friends of the White Whale Society!
via google maps
From MPD:
“This afternoon at about 2:50 PM, 1D patrol officers heard gunshots near North Capitol St and L St NW. A 911 caller reported seeing a silver car shooting at someone on L St. A passing motorist’s vehicle was also struck by gunfire on North Capitol St. Fortunately, no one was injured.
Our quickly responding officers located the suspect vehicle and attempted to conduct a traffic stop. One occupant fled the vehicle on foot and was stopped by officers; the vehicle fled the area. Upon stopping the suspect, the officers found a gun on him. Based on our detectives investigation, the suspect was arrested for ADW-Gun.
While an arrest has been made in this case, our detectives will continue to investigate to identify any other suspects and ensure a good case is presented to the US Attorney’s Office for prosecution. If anyone has relevant information, please call 202-727-9099 or anonymously text 50-411.”
Also reported by MPD:
“Approximately 11:40 am, an officer heard a Sound of a Gunshot in the 5400 block of 5th Street, NW. A canvass in the block produced one shell casing and damage to the windshield of a vehicle parked in the block.
Anyone with additional information please call 202 727-9099.”
Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Avenue NE, Street Level-West Side Shopping Concourse
Alas not all is festive at Union Station. Magnolia Bakery’s website says:
“To keep our staff, customers and community at large as safe and healthy as possible, we made the difficult decision to close this location for the foreseeable future.” (more…)
This is the 24th anniversary of Norwegian Christmas at Union Station. Thank you, Norway! (more…)
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…)
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…)