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From MPD:
“The First District is investigating an attempted armed carjacking that occurred this evening (Wed.) at approximately 6:50pm in the 900 block of 4th St SE. The victim reported that while retrieving a dog from inside their vehicle, a suspect approached from behind and spun them around. The suspect showed a firearm and demanded the keys. (more…)
“When in Navy Yard…”
Thanks to Rebecca and Paige for sending around 10:45pm last night: “This on a pedestrian only walkway by the Navy Yard.
Suppose the grass/steps the car had to drive over wasn’t a good enough indication that it’s foot traffic only…” (more…)
Image Credit: Ellis Adams Group
From a press release:
“Smoke & Mirrors (867 New Jersey Avenue SE), a stunning new rooftop bar situated atop the upcoming AC Hotel Washington DC Capitol Hill Navy Yard, owned and managed by Concord Hospitality Enterprises, Whitman Peterson and Greystar Real Estate Investments, is set to debut on Feb. 17, 2022, offering breathtaking sky-high views of the nation’s capital stretching from the Capitol Building to the National Cathedral, handcrafted cocktails, and an elevated dining experience from Executive Chef Raymond Melendez.
The indoor-outdoor rooftop bar and restaurant, located atop the 11-story building, offers sweeping birds-eye views of Washington D.C. With unobstructed views of the U.S. Capitol Building and the bustling city below, Smoke & Mirrors offers one of the best vantage points in the city complete with a range of indoor seating options, and an expansive all-weather patio featuring fireplace and fire pit heaters, a retractable rooftop canopy, and modern lounge seating. (more…)
photos by Jody kent Lavy
Thanks to Jody for sharing: “Enjoyed our pizza with this stunning view last night at All Purpose.” (more…)
11th Street Bridge Park Rendering courtesy of OMA+OLIN
From a press release:
“The 11th Street Bridge Park, a partnership between the local non-profit Building Bridges Across the River (BBAR) and the District government, today announced $3.5M in capital campaign gifts from the Reveda Foundation of the Logan Family and Bloomberg Philanthropies to be recognized at the park’s River Amphitheater and Bloomberg Trail. Located on the piers of the former 11th street bridge spanning the Anacostia River, D.C.’s first elevated public park will connect two long-divided communities providing a new venue for healthy recreation, environmental education and the arts. (more…)
photos via Washington Nationals
From the Nationals:
“BetMGM and the Washington Nationals announced the opening of the first retail sportsbook connected to a Major League Baseball stadium. The BetMGM Sportsbook at Nationals Park is open year-round, providing sports fans an innovative entertainment destination to watch and wager on games. (more…)
25 Potomac Ave, SE
Shea sent the photo above and wrote: “Anyone know what’s going on with Bardo?”
Kate writes: “This article got posted to Eater DC stating that Bardo is apparently now gone. I’ve checked their website and socials and none have been updated since at least October of 2021. Are they going to reopen somewhere new? Any scuttlebutt from the community?”
Bardo was in its 4th incarnation. (more…)
Marlis sends the above from Hill East.
And Michael sends this Lexus, below, from Navy Yard yesterday: (more…)
300 Tingey Street, SE
Thanks to zach for sharing the news about Unleashed by Petco: “sad news for Taco (last day 1/28)”
867 New Jersey Ave, SE
“Dear PoPville,
A new rooftop restaurant is opening across from Whole Foods at the top of Navy Yard next to 395. It will be a part of the AC Marriott opening in February. (more…)