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“At Pigments and Oil Shop we present local artists”

Published June 7, 2021 at 4:05PM | Updated June 7, 2021 at 6:21PM

1809 14th Street, NW

From a press release:

“A new art pop up gallery is making its debut on 14th street. The Pigments and Oil Shop, whose mission is to showcase local artists while making the highest quality art accessible throughout the DMV, is located at 1809 14th Street, NW adjacent to south side of the currently sidelined Black Cat. The gallery is currently operating and is scheduled to have a formal opening reception next Friday June, 11 from 6:00- 9:00 PM. A collection of established local artists will be featured for the next two months. (more…)

Today’s Rental was chosen for top floor and location

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 7, 2021 at 2:05PM

This rental is located at 11th Street NE near G Street NE. The Craigslist ad says:

“$1,595 / 1br – 720ft2 – SUNNY TOP FLOOR APARTMENT CLOSE TO H STREET (H ST CORRIDOR NE) (more…)

Vortex Restaurant and Lounge coming to L Street next to old Post Pub space

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 7, 2021 at 12:35PM

1426 L Street, NW

Ed. Note: This space was previously home to XO Restaurant and Lounge (and many others.)

The liquor license placard for Vortex says:

“The Establishment will be a Tavern serving American Tapas and fusion foods. Seating Capacity of 200 and a Total Occupancy Load of 300. The licensee is also requesting an Entertainment Endorsement with Dancing and Cover Charge to provide live entertainment.” (more…)

Medium Rare signs new 10 year lease in Cleveland Park

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 7, 2021 at 11:35AM

3500 Connecticut Avenue, NW

[A piece of my heart shall always remain with Yanni’s but this is very very good news for the neighborhood!]

From a press release:

“Property developer and investor Grosvenor Americas has announced a 10-year lease extension with Medium Rare at the popular steakhouse’s flagship location, 3500 Connecticut Avenue, NW. Washington, D.C. (more…)

“A big shoutout to Tokiya Japan”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 7, 2021 at 11:05AM

2002 17th Street, NW

Thanks to Jonathan for sending: “A big shoutout to Tokiya Japan, a Japanese pottery+assorted goodies store that opened a couple years ago and has a great location right next to Hana Japanese Market. (more…)

&pizza coming to Navy Yard

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 7, 2021 at 9:15AM

1210 Half Street, SE

Thanks to Nolan for sending: “&Pizza is opening up a location in Navy Yard. Located next to Buffalo Wild Wings on Half Street, across from the Bullpen. Same street that leads into Nats Park”

This is the former location of , updates when we learn and &pizza opening date.

Potomac Tobacco Mini Market coming to Hill East

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 7, 2021 at 8:45AM

1300 Pennsylvania Ave, SE

Thanks to Vandy for sending: “Noticed this on Tuesday when I was walking Hill East. This was supposed to be the Tibetan MoMo restaurant and Airbnb a few years ago. And isn’t “Slurpee” trademarked by 7-11 or Southland?”

1:37am Takoma “victim grabbed the firearm which discharged”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 6, 2021 at 9:05AM

via google maps

From MPD:

“On June 6, 2021, at approximately 1:37 AM Officers responded to the area of the 6800 block of Georgia ave NW for a possible shooting victim. The Victim advised two suspects approached him while in the 600 block of Dahlia Street NW where one produced a handgun and demanded property. The victim grabbed the firearm which discharged striking the victim in the hand. The Suspects fled in an unknown direction.

If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Metropolitan Police Department at 202-727-9099.”

There will be a U.S. Capitol Police Exercise Monday Morning. There will be low flying helicopters.

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 5, 2021 at 9:45AM

From MPD:

“On Monday morning, June 7, 2021, the U.S. Capitol Police will have a training exercise on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol. Please do not be alarmed if you see or hear low flying helicopters. During this time, emergency vehicles and personnel may be seen moving around the grounds.”

#PSA

10pm Shooting in Shaw, 3am Shooting in Dupont and a Driver Smashed into Building on Barracks Row

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 5, 2021 at 9:20AM

600 block of T Street, NW

From MPD around 10pm: “Alert: Shooting Investigation in the 600 block of T Street, NW. LOF: Sliver Infiniti with unknown MD tags, L/S towards S Street, NW.

Have info? Call (202) 727-9099/text 50411″

and around 3am: (more…)