Photo by Diane Krauthamer
“Dear PoPville,
Yesterday at 1:30pm a man at the Post office walking in loud looking for an employee who no longer works there. I told him that she no longer is there as he was yelling so loud and he came at me …
I forgot to say Thank You to the guy who just intervened in line at the post office when this man snatched my phone out my hand and asked me if i wanted to get slapped!!! (more…)
3519 Georgia Ave, NW
Wowza.
In 2007 I wrote, “Remember Mario’s pizza? It was without a doubt the worst pizza I’ve ever had in my life. It sits right across the street from Temperance Hall.”
We’ve come a long way… (more…)
3rd and K Street, NE
Readers reported: “Police roped off area in front of Indigo at 3rd & K St. NE.”
“Shooting at K&3 NE by indigo. I think I heard at least 8 shots. Victim was still moving when the ambulance took him away. Hoping he makes it”
MPD reported: “Alert: Shooting Investigation in the 300 block of K St NE. No lookout” (more…)
Thanks to Reana (and all others) who messaged us about DC Health’s tweet:
“Ahead of tomorrow’s vaccination invitations going out, we have added one new priority zip code. The current list of priority zip codes is: 20010, 20011, 20017, 20018, 20002, 20003, 20019, 20020, 20032, 20422 and 20593.”
Ed. Note: The tomorrow referenced above is today, the tweet was sent last night (March 31) (more…)
3400 Georgia Avenue, NW photos courtesy Hook Hall
From a press release:
“Hook Hall, Park View’s massive community gathering space, has been transformed into a profusion of pinks as everyone’s favorite backyard has been turned into a Celebrate the Blossoms theme with Tea House cabanas and rows of Garden Tables surrounded by pink blossomed trees and décor.
The winter’s “Viking Village” huts have turned into fresh spring Tea House spaces, both semi-private and enclosed. The Tea Houses offer sectional lounge seating, a firepit (until the chilly nights disappear), and floral-papered walls. Enclosed Tea Houses afford private seating with plush pillows and a large center table.
Each themed Tea House is available for seating of up to six guests (more…)
2851 Georgia Avenue, NW
Ed. Note: This was previously home to Sweetpea’s Classic Soul Food which closed last summer.
Thanks to Sam for sending: “Saw a sign for a new Atomic Wings on GA Ave, just north of Howard.” (more…)
2618 Georgia Ave, NW
Looks like they still have a Gaithersburg, MD location.
Dulcinea opened here in February 2012. Not sure exactly when they closed but there used to be a nice one/two with them and Mama Chuy next door. And so it goes. Stay tuned to see what becomes of the space.
This rental is located at Lamont St NW near Sherman Ave NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2,800 / 2br – 700ft2 – Rowhouse in Heart of Columbia Heights (One Month Free) (Columbia Heights) (more…)
via Call Your Mother
From Call Your Mother:
“Happy almost Passover, squad!
Whether you’re celebrating Passover or you just want some bomb tacos in your life, we’ve got what you need. We’re crazy excited to get you hooked up with a “Jew-ish” feast that’s easy to prepare and ferociously delicious! Check the menu out below (nope, that’s not a typo, the veggie tacos really do have crispy chunks of latkes in them), read the FAQ below, and place your order!
March 27th and 28th
Pick up or delivery (within 5 miles) of our PARK VIEW SHOP
Choose a pickup or delivery time between 3-5pm
We will take orders until March 24th (or until we sell out) (more…)
3124 Georgia Ave, NW
Thanks to Tozer (and others) for sending word about “House of Herbs sign up on GA Ave near Sonny’s/No kisses. “Gifting Shop” soft opening coming March 20.”
Stay tuned.