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“would relocate the NHL’s Washington Capitals and the NBA’s Washington Wizards’ home arena to Virginia beginning in 2028, should the proposal become finalized.”

By Prince Of Petworth


rendering courtesy JBG

From Monumental Sports:

“Today, Monumental Sports & Entertainment’s Founder, Chairman, Principal Partner, and CEO, Ted Leonsis, announced the company has reached a framework of an agreement for a public-private partnership to create a world-class Entertainment District in Alexandria at Potomac Yard, pending legislative approval and completion of definitive documents. This would relocate the NHL’s Washington Capitals and the NBA’s Washington Wizards’ home arena to Virginia beginning in 2028, should the proposal become finalized. (more…)

The Urban Grape Opening Soon in Shaw!

By Prince Of Petworth


1301 9th Street, NW at N Street

Update: “The Urban Grape DC’s Grand Opening has just been postponed due to unforeseen permitting delays.” Will post new date when available.

From an email:

“The Urban Grape, one of the country’s most successful independently-owned wine stores, will open in Washington, D.C. and host complimentary tastings with diverse beverage makers during Martin Luther King Jr. weekend (see schedule below). Located at 1301 9th Street, NW at N Street, in the historic Shaw neighborhood, the new store is TJ and Hadley Douglas’ first expansion outside of Boston since they founded The Urban Grape in 2010. The new, 4,352-square-foot store offers more than 800 bottles from 25 different countries presented in an iconic “wine wall,” an enormous, locally milled tasting table and a separate, dedicated space for corporate and community events. Delivery is available within the metro area. (more…)

Dear God Caps and Wizards really moving to Virginia?!? BUT WAIT DC offers “lease extension and provide financing of $500 million toward the $800 million renovation project over a period of three years beginning in 2024”

By Prince Of Petworth

This was supposed to be a hypothetical!!

UPDATE From the Mayor’s Office:

“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser and DC Council Chairman Phil Mendelson unveiled legislation to support a complete renovation and modernization of the Capital One Arena. The legislation, which has unanimous support from the DC Council, outlines the District’s contribution of a half billion dollars to the modernization project to create a state-of-the-art urban arena and solidifies Monumental Sports and Entertainment as an economic anchor of the Gallery Place-Chinatown entertainment district and a destination for District residents and visitors.

“Downtown DC is the District’s economic engine that provides revenue resources to support important programs in the city. Mr. Leonsis and Monumental Sports have been critical partners in keeping our downtown thriving, especially after the pandemic. The modernization of the Capital One Arena will be an invaluable investment for continued success and our future prosperity,” said Mayor Bowser. “This proposal represents our best and final offer and is the next step in partnering with Monumental Sports to breathe new life and vibrancy into the neighborhood and to keep the Washington Wizards and the Washington Capitals where they belong – in Washington, DC.”

The legislation that Mayor Bowser submitted to the Council outlines the parameters of the agreement, including receiving the authority to enter into a lease extension and provide financing of $500 million toward the $800 million renovation project over a period of three years beginning in 2024. City leaders have also committed to a swift and expedited review and approval process to meet current construction plans for the arena. (more…)

“12 Beers of Christmas: Local Seasonals Tasting at metrobar”

By Prince Of Petworth

From metrobar (640 Rhode Island Ave, NE):

“12 Beers of Christmas: A Local Seasonals Tasting with DC Beer
Saturday, December 16th, 2:00pm – 5:00pm

Join metrobar and the team at DC Beer for a taste of 12 holiday brews, all made in the DMV by your favorite local breweries! Your ticket gets you access to the afternoon tasting with 3oz pours of each of the 12 beers and discussion with the DC Beer team and the breweries in attendance. The event will take place at metrobar inside our heated railcar bar and platform.

We’ve selected the local seaonals below, available together exclusively at metrobar for this event. And, in addition to the tasting, we’ll have all 12 available to buy as full pours. If you have some favorites, the can and bottle options will also be available to purchase to-go in mix & match 4-packs (while supplies last).

From spiced ales, to dark lagers, to coffee stouts, to DIPAs, there’s a beer for everyone’s taste, including: (more…)

Peyton Sherwood, of St. Vincent/The Midlands Beer Garden fame, in as the new vendor at Capitol Hill’s Mott’s Market

By Prince Of Petworth


233 12th Street, SE

Ed. Note: I’m told they’re hoping for an opening date in June 2024.

From an email:

“Capitol Hill’s Mott’s Market is thrilled to welcome Peyton Sherwood as the new vendor, promising an exciting chapter for our cherished community space.

Sherwood’s plans align perfectly with our community-focused vision, aiming to create a vibrant neighborhood hub. Expect a dedicated market space and a delightful menu featuring made-to-order sandwiches, coffee, pastries, and a selection of wine and beer for both on-site enjoyment and take-home options. (more…)

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