Woodley Park

Bar Civita Closing in Woodley Park; Chef Liam Civita going to Via Umbria in Georgetown

By Prince Of Petworth


2609 24th Street, NW courtesy Bar Civita

In the excitement of Bastille Day we missed this reporting about Bar Civita from Washingtonian:

“Bar Civita will close in Woodley Park by the end of July, according to chef/owner Liam LaCivita.”


1525 Wisconsin Ave, NW

From Via Umbria:

“We are thrilled to announce the latest member of the Via Umbria family: Chef Liam LaCivita.

With his addition, Via Umbria is expanding on its successful Italian Dinning Experience model by adding more made-to-order items and homemade pasta dishes with seasonal sauces. Liam is a man with a vision bringing signature dishes that integrate regional cheeses and charcuterie like we’ve never done before.

We are so excited to have him on board and invite you to join us in our café and our chef’s table to taste for yourself the new Umbrian experience.”

The three longest escalators in the District of Columbia have been replaced!

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Beau Finley

From WMATA:

“Metro today completed a major capital project to replace six escalators at Woodley Park Station, including the three longest escalators in the District of Columbia.

Metro’s contractor, KONE, replaced the escalators two at a time in succession. The overall project took more than two years to complete, including site preparation, demolition and removal of the old escalators, installation of complex gantries and cranes to move the new escalators and supporting structures into place, as well as testing and tuning.

“Metro’s infrastructure is aging and this is another example of the kind of investment that is needed across the system to provide customers with good, safe and reliable service,” said Metro General Manager/CEO Paul J. Wiedefeld. “Before being replaced, these escalators were more than 30 years old and beyond their useful life. With these brand-new escalators customers will see the improvement.”

Saturday: “The Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s International Migratory Bird Day festival features family-friendly activities, games and demonstrations — all in the name of bird conservation.”

By Prince Of Petworth

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Courtesy Smithsonian’s National Zoo

From an email:

“International Migratory Bird Day

Where: Smithsonian’s National Zoo | 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW Washington, DC 20008

Date: Saturday, May 6th, 10am-2pm

Admission: Free

Learn about the wildlife in our backyard and see science in action at this celebration of birds that come near and far to stop by our city. Scientists from the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center will be banding local resident and migratory birds, just as they would when conducting research in the field. There will be games, crafts, and challenges to learn about birds. There will be a free tasting of coffee that creates bird habitat. See, hear and learn about these amazing creatures from the scientists who study them!”

Oh Dear

By Prince Of Petworth

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Houston?

I think we may have a Faye Dunaway here, alas, it’s already been commemorated in vinyl…

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“I really appreciated their kindness and looking out.”

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo by PoPville flickr user Sanjay Suchak

A reader wishes to convey this public thank you to two riders on the Red Line Friday night:

“I really appreciated their kindness and looking out. Hope to run into them again sometime.”

“To the two ladies on the Redline train Friday night who were kind enough to chat with me when the older gentleman was too (uncomfortably) talkative, thank you. I really appreciate your approach and apologize for not being more responsive. Exhausted after a week of work travel but will not forget your kindness and will be sure to pay it forward.

–The girl who got off at Woodley Park Station”

Today’s Rental is the “best Studio in the building!”

By Prince Of Petworth

2745 29th St

This studio is located at 2745 29th Street, NW. The craigslist ad says:

“The Delano: best Studio in the building! Top floor with great light, first month FREE!

Property Address
2745 29th Street, NW | #602 | Washington, DC 20008
Available: Now

Don’t miss out on this gorgeous renovated apartment with first month free!

Combining modern living with a classic art deco feel, this gorgeous studio is not to be missed! This apartment was recently renovated to include laundry in unit, hardwood floors, and an updated kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite counter tops, and stainless steel appliances (30” gas range, built-in microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator with ice maker). Immediately off of the kitchen is a perfect dining space separated from the living room. (more…)

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