804 V Street, NW

Thanks to Fisch and Mark for passing on from Declaration:

“We are temporarily pausing operations. We greatly appreciate all the support this neighborhood has provided during this time of crisis.

It is our fullest intention to re-open sometime in the near future. We will be working on menu ideas and how we can better service our community.” (more…)


Thanks to Rozi for sending the above from the reservoir near Howard.

National Weather Service reported: “Dense Fog Advisories are currently in effect for most areas east of the Blue Ridge until 10 AM. Fog/low clouds should clear out later this morning, giving way to mostly sunny skies for the afternoon hours.”

And check out this phenomenal shot by Mark Alan Andre (plus a little Bob Marley to get the morning started right): (more…)



rear 1124 9th Street, NW courtesy Baby Wale

From an email:

Corduroy and Baby Wale have opened a pop up in the alley behind the restaurants called Clos Du Roy. A clos is a walled in vineyard and this is a walled in patio. A new mural wraps around the back of the buildings and gives it some life. We have fire pits and marshmallows are coming soon. The menu is more Corduroy than Baby Wale right now. Weather permitting Clos Du Roy will be open 7 nights a week until the cold comes.” (more…)



1921 8th Street, NW via Lettie Gooch

From Lettie Gooch:

“15 years ago this month we signed a lease to open our very first women’s clothing boutique on 9th ST in Shaw.  We are honored to be able to celebrate this milestone and be part of local retail in DC’s vibrant U ST/SHAW corridor.  It’s also been 5 years since we opened our current location, and like many businesses in our community, neighbors and friends, we are adapting.

These are extraordinary times, and we could have never imagined what this year would bring.  Our lease is ending this month. Given the current climate, we have decided now is the time to SHIFT. Through the month of October, you can support us by: (more…)


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