SW Waterfront

Missing 13 Year Old, Toni Thompson, Last Seen Jan. 9 in SW

By Prince Of Petworth

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From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old Toni Thompson, who was last seen in the 100 block of Irvington Street, SW, on Thursday, January 9, 2014.

Toni Thompson is described as a 13-year-old black female, 5’2” tall, weighs 100 pounds, and has black hair with braids, brown eyes, and a medium complexion. She was last seen wearing a white ¾-length coat, blue jeans, and green shirt.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Toni Thompson is asked to call the Metropolitan Police Department at 202-727-9099, Youth Investigations Division at 202-576-6768, or 911.”

Metro Transit Police Looking for Help to ID person of interest in Indecent Exposure Case at SW Waterfront Station

By Prince Of Petworth

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From WMATA:

“Metro Transit Police are seeking assistance in identifying the below pictured individual in connection with an indecent exposure that occurred on the Green Line in the area of Waterfront Station on February 13, 2014. On that date, at approximately 3:52 p.m., the below pictured individual allegedly exposed himself to the victim aboard a Greenbelt-bound train.

Anyone who is able to identify the individual pictured above is asked to call Metro Transit Police Detectives at (202) 962-2121 and reference case #2014-07821.

There are no current warrants for the individual pictured below in reference to this case.”

Masala Art Indian Restaurant Opening 2nd Location at SW Waterfront in April

By Prince Of Petworth

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1100 4th Street, SW

“Dear PoPville,

It appears that *finally* a new restaurant is coming to Waterfront, in the DC Government Building retail space at 1100 4th ST SW – it’s in the west building, north-corner spot. Any idea on what it will be?”

This is going to become another location of Masala Art which currently has a location up in Tenleytown (4441 Wisconsin Avenue, NW.) The owner of Masala Art tells me that if construction continues on schedule:

“I am looking to be open in last week of april if all goes well.”

Check out Masala’s menu here.

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option – SW Waterfront

By Prince Of Petworth

520 N Street Southwest

This rental is located at 520 N Street, Southwest:

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The listing says:

“Nothing is average. Not the efflorescence infused carrara marble tile that transports you~.Wait you are in southwest. Not the shark edge corian counter top with specks of diamonds nor the walnut in-laid Murphy bed Enjoy exquisite nights on your private patio on the Potomac’s waters edge No not your ordinary studio but an exquisite unique space fully furnished w/indoor pool, parking, metro & dining”

You can see more photos here.

This studio is going for $1,775/Mo.

Fri. Afternoon Rental Option – SW Waterfront

By Prince Of Petworth

800 4th Street Southwest

This rental is located at 800 4th Street, Southwest:

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The listing says:

“Like-new modern 1-bedroom offering hardwood floors, living room with large balcony & view of Capitol dome, full bedroom, and a walk-in closet. Building provides 24hr desk, gym, swimming pool, business center and is located a block from Waterfront Metro and Safeway and within walking distance of all sorts of D.C. attractions. All utilities included – available immediately.”

You can see more photos here.

This 1 bed/1 bath is going for $1,845/Mo.

Reader Reports Hearing Shots Fired by SW Waterfront Metro around 2:15pm

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

I was coming out of the Waterfront Metro about an hour and 20 minutes ago and thought I heard shots. No one else seemed worried so I went into CVS. When I came out there were cops everywhere and they were checking all the trashcans for, I assume, a ditched weapon. Can’t find anything about it in the news–have you heard anything?”

Film on Maine Avenue Fish Market

By Prince Of Petworth

The Wharf: A Greenhouse Film from Southern Foodways on Vimeo.

From Southern Foodways Alliance:

“Our latest Greenhouse Film, The Wharf, is a portrait of the Maine Avenue Fish Market in Washington, DC. Filmmakers Emily Hilliard and Ashley Melzer explain the history of the market and their motivation for making the film.

The Maine Avenue Fish Market, or The Wharf, as it’s referred to by most locals, is not a place you are likely to stumble upon. It’s tucked away under the I-395 overpass and sits on floating docks on DC’s southwest waterfront. It wasn’t always so hidden.”

You can read more about it here.

From the Events Calendar – 2013 Southwest DC Waterfront Boat-Home Tour

By Prince Of Petworth

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2013 Southwest DC Waterfront Boat-Home Tour:

“Gangplank Marina
600 Water St SW
October 26 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
$20

Saturday October 26, 2013: Tour the floating residences of Gangplank Marina, the east coast’s largest “liveaboard” community, located in the heart of Washington on the Southwest DC waterfront. For just $20, visit 20 or so of the floating homes (and offices!) that represent this diverse and vibrant liveaboard community. Houseboats, cruisers, tugs, family living, green living, small-space living, luxury living, and more… whatever you’re interested in, chances are you’ll find something to “float your boat.”

We love Southwest! Discounted tickets of $15 each are available to residents of the 20024 zip code. Just select one of the “Neighbor Discount” ticket options above and be sure that your billing address has a 20024 zip code.

Proceeds from the tour (after expenses) go to support local charities in Southwest DC.”

Ed. Note: You can see all events here and you can schedule your own event listing here.

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option – SW Waterfront

By Prince Of Petworth

1101 3rd Street Southwest

This rental is located at 1101 3rd Street, SW:

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The listing says:

“Luxury apartment in IM Pei’s Waterfront Tower. Located next to the Waterfront Metro.Features hardwoods, New kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances, walk in closet and built in wall bed. Rent includes heat and air, one parking spot, a spacious locked storage room, bike storage, workout room and staffed front desk.”

This studio is going for $1,650/Mo.

Dear PoPville – Is the Fish Market Getting Redeveloped?

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

Someone just told me that the fish market is going to close. Have you heard any rumors about this?”

Anyone know the timing for the redevelopment? In January a press release said:

“Hoffman‐Madison Waterfront, the master developer of the 3.2 million square foot Southwest Waterfront project (“The Wharf”), announced today the approval of its Phase1 Planned Unit Development (PUD) by the District of Columbia Zoning Commission. The Zoning Commission’s action approves all of the architectural designs and specific plans for each parcel of the project’s first phase encompassing 1.5 million square feet of residential, hotel, office and retail uses along with three piers, numerous open spaces, gathering places and a 3 ‐ acre waterfront park.”

General info from the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development including “Expansion and improvements to the historic Fish Market” (more…)

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