U Street

Meeting Thursday to address “concerns about the 92 Bus going down 13th Street”

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo by PoPville flickr user Istvan Kerekes

A reader requests:

“a notice about the the ANC Transportation Committee Meeting which is going to be on Thursday, September 24, 7pm, Thurgood Marshall Center (1816 12th Street NW)–

Representatives from WMATA/Metro will be there to address concerns about the 92 Bus going down 13th Street (between Florida and U Street) in order to restart its route at the U Street Metro. Many 13th Street residents have complained about the noise and vibrations from the bus travel (which has already damaged some homes) and the ANC is working with Metro to come up with route alternatives. Please come to the meeting to discuss/raise concerns with the ANC and Metro.”

Stabbing at 14th and V St, NW; Something Going Down outside the Shaw Library

By Prince Of Petworth

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DC Alerts tweeted:

“3D Stabbing in the 2100 b/o 14th Street NW. No Lookout.”

Mike Jensen ‏tweets us:

“@PoPville at Eatonville at 14th and V, looks like people are still dining at the restaurant. At least 5 cop cars, an ambulance, and fire truck on the other side of the street”

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Around 7pm Jesse ‏tweeted us:

“@PoPville about 10 police cars at Shaw metro/library, officers have one detained and are heading into the station”

“this reminds me of when a doctor leaves a sponge in the patient’s body…”

By Prince Of Petworth

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A reader reports:

“On Sunday, I saw an orange rubber cone was stuck on the tracks at the U Street metro (going in the direction of Branch Avenue). I’ve attached a picture. On Sunday (9/13) at 6:30pm, I reported the cone to the station manager because I was worried that it would catch fire or get a train jammed. It’s now Tuesday and the orange cone is still there in the tracks. The attached picture was taken 10 mins ago. For some reason, this reminds me of when a doctor leaves a sponge in the patient’s body…. The metro repair workers just left a big orange cone laying in the middle of the train tracks! If nothing else, it’s symptomatic of a lack of care and irresponsibility.”

Stetson’s Sold on U Street – Reader Reports Closing at End of October – Property Advertised for Lease by Douglas Development

By Prince Of Petworth

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1610 U Street, NW

Dean Clark tweets us:

“@PoPville Was at Stetson’s last night. Told the sale went through and they are closing end of September October. No word on replacement.”

Back in June we posted the devastating news, for some, that Stetson’s was for sale. At that time some protested vociferously that this was simply not true and I was told by many, many people on twitter that I was idiot (and worse.) As I said originally I love Stetson’s. I and my friends spent much of our 20s here – with nothing but fond memories, from what I can remember. It genuinely pains me to pass on news of the sale. There is now a leasing flyer from Douglas Development:

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Updates when an exact closing date is known. All I can say is – I am sad.

Amsterdam Cafe and Lounge opening Monday in the former Indulj space on U Street

By Prince Of Petworth

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Back in May we learned that Indulj open since 2009 (Duke City before that) had closed. I hear Amsterdam Cafe and Lounge is ready to open in the space on Monday. If anyone stops by let us know what you think. This is on the same block where The Prospect sports bar opened in the former Ulah Bistro space. Anyone check out The Prospect this weekend?

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1208 U Street, NW

Last two U Street Movie Series Films are Saturday and Wednesday

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo courtesy Friends of Harrison Recreation Center

From an email:

“Friends of Harrison Recreation Center and the U Street Neighborhood Association are proud to present the last two movies of the 2016 U Street Movie Series – Harrison Field Under the Stars. This FREE summer movie series celebrates the musical and culturally diverse roots of the Greater U Street Corridor. Please join us for these events, which benefit Harrison Recreation Center.

We are showing Frozen sing-along on Saturday, September 12th at a special family-friendly showing at 7:15 pm. Gates will open at 6:30, and we’ll be playing tunes for the kids.

We are ending the 2016 series with The Wiz on Wednesday, September 16th at 8pm. Gates open at 7 pm, and we will be playing some tunes.

WHO: Admission is free and donations are always welcome and appreciated
WHAT: TWO FREE outdoor movies
Frozen sing-along, Saturday, September 12th
The Wiz, Wednesday, September 16th

Gates open 6:30 for Frozen and 7 pm for The Wiz, with music playing before film begins.

WHERE: Harrison Recreation Center – 1330 V St. NW”

The Prospect Sports Bar Opens Tomorrow in Ulah Bistro space on U Street

By Prince Of Petworth

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1214 U Street, NW

The Prospect sports bar opens in the former Ulah Bistro space tomorrow. Their facebook page says:

“The Prospect channels sporting themes collaged through color and texture with a juxtaposition of vintage, modern, gritty, and unorthodox sports memorabilia”

Ed. Note: RIP Momo’s sports bar…

The grand opening announcement says:

“We are proud to announce the opening of our newest venture, The Prospect, a vintage twist on the modern sports bar. The Grand Opening will be on Saturday, September 12th and Sunday September 13th, just in time for the NFL season kickoff! We will have a sneak peak (soft opening) on Thursday, September 10th and Friday, September 11th to work out any last minute kinks.

Tailgating begins at 11am on Saturday and Sunday, so arrive early to stake out your spot in front of one of our 40+ Ultra HD 4k TVs. Please be aware that dining is on a first come, first serve basis.

The Prospect boasts a creative combination of stadium and tailgating fare every sports fan will love. Complimenting its culinary program, The Prospect will feature handcrafted cider-based cocktails, house-made ginger beer, and an impressive craft beer selection.”

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