I’ve been getting a number of inquiries about when the long anticipated (by many not all) CVS will be opening up at the corner of New Hampshire and Georgia Ave, NW. I’ve asked some folks who are indicating that the goal is this Sunday, July 25th. I’ll be sure to update when the official word comes down. On a side note, the landscaping they’ve put in is looking good.
The great new blog from the Georgia Ave Community Development Task Force first noticed this disturbing trend last week. They noted 3 examples of this graffiti on the 2900 block, 3000 block (pictured above) and 3200 block. I was curious to see this for myself. Fortunately the 2900 block had been painted over, the 3000 block still had it and I didn’t see any on the 3200 block.
Though it does bring up a few questions – first – do you think this is an honest political statement or do you just think that this was done by a provocateur who’s just trying to rile people up?
Second – is it strange that this message would be written in blocks that haven’t really seen any gentrification?
Third, even if it is an honest sentiment, do you think a more severe punishment should be given to those who are caught placing graffiti on our streets in order to deter others?
Finally, also if this is an honest sentiment – do you think there are venues where those who feel this way can properly express their feelings instead of through graffiti like this?
Thanks to a reader for the heads up. This new mural is located on Otis just off Warder St, NW.
This rental is located at 714 Park Rd. NW:
The Craigslist ad says:
“This is a two Bedroom , one bath apartment, on the third floor. Recently painted, very clean. The apartment sets between the Irving and Petworth Metro stops. Plenty of resturants and easy access to shopping essentials. Easy access to Bus service. Rent is 1250 per month, tenant pays for lighting electric and heating/cooking gas. Parking is available for an extra 100 per month. GOOD CREDIT IS REQUIRED. Looking for a August 1,2010 move in date. Pets are welcome, but require a Pet fee of $300.00, non-refundable. Please email us or call at 703-216-2687,for any questions or to set up an appointment. Thank you. Ross Managment.”
Wow, $1250 for a 2 bed/1 bath – think that’s reasonable?
On Saturday night around 3am MPD wrote:
“MPD is working a shooting in the 2400 block of 17th St NW. Anyone with information pls contact MPD on 202-727-9099 or you can provide information to the anonymous tip line on 1-888-919-CRIME or text to 50411. There are very little details that can be shared at this point. The victim was an adult male who is in critical condition.”
And on Sunday afternoon around 5pm MPD wrote:
“MPD is investigating a shooting that occurred at Ga Ave and Park Road. One adult male shot noncritical.”
“Dear PoP,
The DC Caribbean Carnival takes place this coming wk/end – Saturday, June 26 and Sunday, June 27. The Parade is on Saturday beginning at 11:00 a.m. from Missouri and Georgia Aves. and ends at 5:00 p.m. at Banneker Field. As in years past there will be significant traffic delays due to closed roads and crowds. MPD will probably start closing the roads from 10:00 am. Folks may want to plan accordingly. Hopefully there will not be too much complaining about the tremendous inconvenience to their Saturday routine, just come out and enjoy the Parade and the sweet Caribbean vibe. The vibe continues on Sunday with a Caribbean bazaar/concert in Banneker Park. Admission to the park on both days is $10.00.”
This is one of my all time favorite parades. It gets hot, it gets dirty, it gets loud and it is just a ton of fun. We talked about last year’s parade here. You can see reader photos from last year’s parade here and photos from two years ago here.
The official Carnival Web site (careful very loud music plays) says:
“The annual Extravaganza Parade will be staged along the Georgia Avenue corridor on Saturday, June 26, 2010 , and will commence at Missouri Avenue at 11:00 a.m. and terminate at the international marketplace at “DE SAVANNAH” – Banneker Recreation Park. DC Caribbean Carnival will host the international marketplace at “DE SAVANNAH ” from 12:00 noon to 7:00 p.m featuring food, craft and entertainment.”
Any advice for folks who’ve never seen this parade before?
I hope they are able to beautify the outside of 3530 Georgia Ave, NW as well…
“Dear PoP,
Any idea out there why the power went on this morning on the 3400 block of Warder St?
Off around 7:50 am and still off…”
I’ll keep my eyes peeled for Pepco alerts but haven’t seen anything yet. Any others out there hit by this?
Around once every few weeks I get an email asking for an update on the Sports Bar coming next to Looking Glass Lounge on Georgia Ave. I’m happy to say I can finally provide one. For those who are unfamiliar with this project you can see some background here.
First the name has changed. The ultimate plan is to still create a much bigger project called the The Green Room. The new name comes from the bar in Pretty Woman called the Blue Banana. Uh, while that wouldn’t be my first choice for the name of a sports bar, I’m glad to say the project is still moving forward.
At any rate, the contractors have been selected and the final construction permits issued. Construction is now likely to start late this week, early next week. Construction will take approximately 10 weeks. They now hope to open in time for Football season but I’m gonna have to guess the Sept./Oct. timeframe if all goes well. Stay tuned for more info as it becomes available.
Map from DDOT via GGW
Holy cow, not sure how I missed this. Greater Greater Washington’s Kent Boese reports:
On May 17, 2010, work on the $7.9 million Middle Georgia Avenue Great Streets project began. The project is expected to last approximately 18 months and will include the area between Webster Street and Otis Place, NW, and include Upshur Street between 8th and 9th Streets.
The greatest changes will come to two triangular parks along Georgia, one at Upshur and 9th and the other at Varnum and Kansas Avenue. Both will get new landscaping and the sidewalks realigned.
Most significantly, 9th Street will be closed to traffic at the tip of the triangle, where it splits off Georgia at a narrow angle. That will become community greenspace, including one of several bio-retention ponds.
The project will consist of roughly three phases starting at Webster Street and working south.
Lots more great info and maps here. This community greenspace is gonna make for a great Petworth Farmer’s Market, hopefully, starting June 25th.
Update: Thanks to a reader comment, you can track progress on this project here.