From an email:
“Petworth Porchfest is back on Saturday, April 30, from 2-6pm, following last year’s spectacular debut. The event is the largest musical activation in the city, with 135 bands playing 78 porches (and two stages) over 4 hours within a 2 mile radius. That’s 101 hours of live music! (more…)
809 12th Street, NE
“Taqueria Al Lado II is opening today at 809 12th St NE. Hours are 11am to 10pm every day with plans to open late night soon (Friday and Saturday only).” Menus and a peek inside: (more…)
1610 14th Street, NW Photo by Laura Chase de Formigny
From a press release:
“Opening Date: 4/29/22 Hours of Operation:
Wednesday-Thursday: 6pm until 12am
Friday-Saturday: 6pm until 2am”
Photo by Laura Chase de Formigny
Alias’ website says:
“Nestled below sister location, Dolce Vita, Alias is a sultry and sophisticated social club, offering signature handcrafted cocktails, the finest champagnes, and Executive Chef Elier Rodriguez’s meze selection of Mediterranean fusion bites from Dolce Vita. (more…)
This rental is located at 727 Massachusetts Ave. NE. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2,465 / 3br – THREE BEDROOM BASEMENT CLOSE TO EASTERN MARKET/STANTON PARK (Capitol Hill/Washington, DC) (more…)
photo by Victoria Pickering
“Dear PoPville,
I live at 16th and R streets NW and I’m used to a lot of street noise, but recently (as in right now, 7:56pm on 4/27) I’m hearing what sounds like a loud outdoor concert. It’s all good, I know I live in a city and expect the noise. But I’m honestly curious as to where it is coming from and if it is a regular program. (more…)
1836 18th Street, NW
Ed. Note: As for the posters in the window, likely just some rogue advertising.
Update from owner Eric Heidenberger: “Name will be Vagabond and aiming for a Summer 2022 open. More details to come. The posters, however, were not us, and will be coming down shortly. Someone having a little Friday fun with their new neighbor?”
“Dear PoPville,
I walked past the old Rebellion location and saw a new door had been installed, heard construction noises inside, and there was a truck parked out front that specializes in installing tap systems. Any idea who might be moving in?”
When we posted about some movement seen here some sleuths found a potential name – The Voyager and (more…)
A reader sends yesterday from “13th & N Street NW. Shocked no one saw or heard this. Rock was at least 50 lbs and they carried it from down the street and across the street about 40 yards. Police didn’t even show up. Thieves got away with an ez pass and roll of paper towels. Reminder to not leave anything in your car. Seeking anyone with video.”
Oof.
Something I’ve been curious about for those who have cars and ez-pass: Do you leave your EZ-Pass in your car overnight or take it inside?
courtesy NGA
From a press release:
“DC’s favorite summer concert series is back! Every Friday from May 20 through July 22, our Sculpture Garden will come alive with musical performances ranging in style from jazz to Afro-Cuban and bluegrass.
On concert days, the Sculpture Garden will close from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.; gates will reopen at 5:00 p.m. and concerts will begin at 6:00 p.m.
Registration is free but required for all attendees ages 2 and up. Registration opens at noon one week before each concert. (more…)
4400 Connecticut Ave, NW
Rachel asks: “Any scoop on what’s moving into Tesoro?”
“Flavor Garden is your one-stop-shop for gourmet food essentials, beginner culinary instruction and food safety courses & training. YOU pick your flavor!” (more…)
I guess a sorta Hawks* around Town from Lisa:
“It’s him! The guy who walks down Reno Rd NW wearing a hooded white cape and carrying a parrot!”
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