1073 Wisconsin Ave, NW

From Blues Alley:

“Join DO’A on a journey of soulful music, multi-lingual in all of the senses. With a deep and lush voice delivered in a collage of sounds that are uniquely hers, DO’A will transport the audience to a place of music in its purest form.

DO’A began playing and singing early on under the guidance of her mother, a concert pianist. She later taught herself the guitar. DO’A seeks beauty in all forms: she is comfortable as much with abstract algebra as with playing Chopin and singing Bossa Nova. (more…)



1328 Florida Avenue, NW

The new restaurant will be located across the way from Maydan. While the placard was initially listed under the name Tawle, I’m told, “There is something in the works in that space but it will not be Tawle (that is the legal filing name) or Kirby Club… it’s likely not to open until early next year.”

The liquor license placard says: (more…)


From an email:

The Fuss Release New Full Length LP “In Person”  

Formed in 2014, DC’s The Fuss carry on the ska & rocksteady tradition with a modern twist including jazz and pop influences. The group has long been based in Petworth, DC and is a part of the community, playing neighborhood festivals and benefit events (H Street, Washington Folk Life) as well as nightclub staples (9:30 Club, Black Cat). They’re excited to introduce their 2nd full length record, In Person, with a record release show at The Runaway in Brookland, DC on Saturday October 8 at 8:30. The Soularites open the night up (more…)



15th and Rhode Island Ave, NW

From an email:

Johnny Rockets has officially opened in the heart of D.C. at the Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House.

To add a twist to the iconic restaurant’s experience, the all-new location is serving up wings with the co-branded model of sister wing brand Hurricane Grill & Wings, Hurricane Wings. This marks the first co-branded location for both Johnny Rockets and Hurricane Grill & Wings. A grand opening celebration will be held on Thursday, Oct. 13 starting at 12 p.m. ET. The first 100 people will receive a free Original Burger and, if you can’t make it for 12 p.m. ET, you can stop by all day and receive a free Original Shake with any purchase. (more…)


View More Stories