111 K Street, NE
Thanks to Lindsey and NerdyAndNatural for sending:
“Buredo really must not be doing well – they closed the NoMa location (which just opened in June)”
Buredo closed their H Street, NE location back in August and Tenleytown in September. This leaves two stores left, the original at 825 14th Street, NW and Dupont/Downtown at 1213 Connecticut Ave, NW.
Lily reports:
“Spotted on public sidewalk in DC. Never seen a can’t walk dog sign before, even for private property. It’s near the housing administration building on M & N Capitol. But it’s not posted ON any property.”
I’ve never seen a sign like this either. It looks like a city sign though. Anyone ever see a sign like this before? Anyway, doesn’t seem like it can be enforced but still odd.
“Dear PoPville,
I was borrowing a friends Vespa and sometime between 4pm – 6pm someone lifted it from the Union Market parking lot.
It’s a 2007 150cc Vespa – with New York Tags 21TB14.
Free lunch at Union Market for a week to anyone who has information leading to its whereabouts.
Scott
[email protected]
203.994.5442″
The Village Cafe owners Kevon King, left, Ryan Williams and Mahammad Mangum. Photo credit: The Village Cafe.
From a press release:
“The Union Market District continues its commitment to nurturing burgeoning local businesses with the arrival of The Village Cafe (1272 5th Street NE), slated for a soft opening on October 9, followed by a grand opening on October 23.
When founders and Washington natives Kevon King, Mahammad Mangum and Ryan Williams met as kids, they bonded at Woodrow Wilson High School, where they pursued their passions in the business, creative and culinary fields, respectively.
Recognizing that cafés are the ultimate social gathering place, the trio embarked upon opening their own establishment that would not only bring quality food and drink to underserved communities, but that would also uplift the “village” that make those communities tick. (more…)
hahaha yikes!!
“Dear PoPville,
I thought’d you appreciate this sign posted in the elevators of my office building near Union Station. It sounds serious, but I couldn’t help but laugh!”
From an email:
“Union Station will be the first location in the U.S. to have the licensed Mario Kart VR as well as two other games. The games use the innovative HTC Vive equipment.
The official opening is October 1, and will be in location for 6 months. Each game is $8, and it is first come first serve.”
From a press release:
“VR ZONE Portal US – In a move that will delight Virtual Reality fans across the Washington D.C. area. BANDAI NAMCO Amusement America is bringing the hugely successful VR ZONE Portal experiences from Japan and the UK to the historic Union Station in the USA. The games included in this launch include the highly anticipated Mario Kart VR experience, Argyle Shift, and Ski Rodeo. (more…)
Photos by Sarah Williams
Thanks to Sarah for sending:
“Hey PoPville know what they are setting up in Union Station? Thought it was the Samsung store coming back based on the VR machines but there are some arcade games as well”
Looks like it’s sponsored by Audible:
AND Pac Man:
From a press release:
“Aria Development Group has purchased the 25,000 square foot property located at the corner of Florida Avenue and North Capitol Street NE. The developer is planning a prominent mixed-use building for the site, which will include multifamily residential. This acquisition represents the culmination of three years of patient assemblage to connect tree-lined P Street NE with Florida Avenue and North Capitol Street. (more…)
Photos by KJ Phillips
Thanks to KJ Phillips for sending the Magnolia Bakery update:
“They opened yesterday to a crowd of about 60 waiting with bated breath.”
Previously we learned:
“Founded in New York City’s West Village in 1996, Magnolia Bakery first gained a reputation for its charming vintage decor, inviting atmosphere, and fresh-from-scratch desserts. (more…)
Florida and 4th Street, NE
“Dear PoPville,
I was grocery shopping at Trader Joe’s at Union Market. We parked on the lower basement level. There is a rancid smell not unlike 1000 soiled baby diapers in the Arizona dessert sun. I vomited in the garbage can. The patrons next to me pulled their t-shirts over their mouths like kids playing masked robber. It harkens the scene from Silence of the Lambs when Clarice just couldn’t take it anymore. (more…)