1332 F Street, NW
Ping Pong anyone? Thanks to John for sending the good news about Spin DC on Friday.
Neighborhoods
Thanks to Laura for sending this beauty from the Blair Road Community Garden.
If you spot a hawk or any interesting wildlife and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted it to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.
Thanks to Jay for sending: “The city finally added a four way stop. Saw three wrecks in one night here a month ago.”
Still much work to be done: (more…)
300 Tingey Street, SE courtesy Daikaya Group
From an email:
“Daikaya Group’s Hatoba, a Japanese-Hawaiian restaurant in Navy Yard, is throwing a pop up with Bark Barbecue this Saturday.
Dishes include a smoked brisket ramen and a twist on the classic Hawaiian plate lunch, this time with brisket, plus rice and mac salad. Happy hour drink prices start at noon. (more…)
photo by Master of All Metal
From the Washington National Cathedral:
“The funeral of former Secretary of State Colin Powell will be held at Washington National Cathedral on Friday, November 5, 2021 at 12 noon ET. Secretary Powell, who served for decades in and out of uniform starting with his service in the Vietnam War, was also national security advisor from 1987 to 1989 and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 1989 to 1993. Numerous military and Congressional leaders are expected to be in attendance. (more…)
smoke from the unit block Adams St NW
A reader reported around 10:45pm last night: “someone’s house near me just caught on fire”
DC Fire and EMS reported: “Working Fire unit block Adams St NW. Fire 2nd floor rear porch with extension to 2nd floor & possibly attic.”
“rescued Charlie the Guinea Pig from the burning 2nd floor” via DC Fire and EMS
“Update Working Fire unit block Adams St NW. #DCsBravest rescued Charlie the Guinea Pig from the burning 2nd floor. He and all human residents are safely outside. (more…)
via DDOT
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) celebrates the opening of the Parkside Pedestrian Bridge in Ward 7, which will provide safe and accessible mobility opportunities for area residents.
Specifically, the bridge will more directly and safely connect the Mayfair neighborhood and Parkside development to its west with the Minnesota Avenue Metrorail and Bus Transfer Stations and the Deanwood Community to its east. (more…)
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via google maps
Update, confirmed by MPD: “MPD is on the scene of a confirmed shooting in the 2900 block of 14th St. NW. No lookout.
Have info? Call (202) 727-9099/text 50411″
Alan Henney reports at 2:10pm:
“DOUBLE SHOOTING— 2700 and 2900 blocks of 14th St NW-DC in Columbia Heights. One shot in the head, other in the arm. No suspect info yet.”
One reader reports hearing: “Heard the shots and the sirens at 14th and Fairmont NW. Stay safe everyone. Six to eight, in rapid succession.”
Another reader reports: “AppleTree Charter at 14th and Girard is on lockdown” Update: “Lockdown over at the school.”
Metrobus reports: “52/54/H2/H4 Delay: Due to police activity on 14th St NW at Columbia Rd, buses are experiencing delays in both directions.”
From AlertDC: “MPD reports the following road closures due to police activity:
2800 and 2900 Blocks of 14th Street, NW
1300 Block of Girard Street, NW
Please avoid the area.”
Updates as more is learned.
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This rental is located at 1111 Orren St. NE. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2,500 / 2br – 850ft2 – For Rent- 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Condo in DC- $2500/Month (Washington DC) (more…)
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courtesy Bistro Du Jour
Bistro Cocktail and Wine (PDF)
From an email:
“Bistro Du Jour finally opened today at the Wharf. The all day Parisian bistro will be open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner bringing a touch of Paris to DC’s Waterfront. (more…)