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Sneak Peek Inside New Condo Townhomes on the 800 Block of Upshur

By Prince Of Petworth

We looked at the outside of these homes last week. I had the opportunity to check out the inside of a few this Sunday. And I can tell you that they were dope sky. So there are two units per row house. The one unit I saw, had a nice open kitchen (pictured above). But what impressed me most was that there were skylights all over the place. Super cool feature. This unit was two levels with the kitchen, living/dining room and a half bath on the first floor. On the second floor there were two bedrooms, one den and two full bathrooms. Pictures and more info from the developer to follow after the jump. (For the record, I have no stake in this property.) So what do you think now that you’ve seen the inside? (more…)

Ballet School in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth

This school offers ballet classes to those 5 and up. It is located at Georgia and Delafield.

Care to Speculate?

By Prince Of Petworth

What is going to go in right next to the Wendy’s on Georgia Ave.? It certainly looks like a prime location…

Petworth Post Office

By Prince Of Petworth

How has your experience been at the Petworth Post Office at 4211 9th St.?

A reader writes: “I just had another terrible experience at the post office (4211 9th NW). I’m wondering if I’m the only one who has bad luck there.

I tried to send a portable/personal dvd player today and asked if the woman could bubble wrap it for me. She said “No.” After waiting for a reason or maybe an alternative and not getting one I asked why. She said she didn’t have any. “A cushioned envelope?”. Nope. When I asked how I was supposed to ship the dvd player she said I’d have to find another post office.

I moved to the neighborhood about 5 months ago and have been elated. Walking on air… The neighbors are great, the kids have been considerate, the gas station people are nice, the restaurant owners are gracious. I understand there are other, more important issues that need addressing (crime)… but really, is it too much to ask to have a decent post office?

Ours is fine if you want to mail a single white envelope that you already have the stamp for. Otherwise, you’ve got to find another post office.”

What are your thoughts?

Beveragemania Open and It’s Got Lots of Beverages

By Prince Of Petworth

Beveragemania located on Upshur St. a few doors down from Domku is now open. They have ice cream, espresso drinks, floats, hot chocolates, hot teas, and more. For the moment they are open between 7am and 11pm but ultimately they will be open 24/7 with an order out window between 11pm and 6am. Let me know your thoughts. Inside photos after the jump. (more…)

Care to Speculate has an Answer

By Prince Of Petworth

This spot on Shepherd near Georgia was a “Care to Speculate” feature back in the day. Thanks to a reader for alerting me, we now have an answer. It is going to be a Nigerian restaurant. Sweet! I’ve never been to a Nigerian restaurant before, it’s a really big space so hopefully it will be really cool.

We Have a New Record

By Prince Of Petworth

I saw this ad in Craig’s List asking $900,000 for a house in Petworth. It says the location is Georgia Ave. and New Hampshire Ave. I can’t think of a house around there that could possibly go for 900k but more power to them if they can get it.

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