photo by Kat Lundie
Thanks to Kat for sharing on Friday: “Feeling more normal now that Dupont Sinatra is back at it.”
music
1230 9th Street, NW
From a press release:
“Monument Retail, the retail division of Monument Realty, announces today the signing of a long-term lease to reopen the acclaimed Eighteenth Street Lounge (ESL) in its new location in Blagden Alley.
ESL owner Farid Nouri tasked Valerie Mnayarji of Monument Retail to represent the 25-year-old brand in finding its new location, trusting her real estate expertise and DC-market knowledge. “Finding a new space for the iconic nightlife and entertainment staple, keeping in line its existing clientele while adjusting to the changes in the market was a challenge but high priority,” said Valerie Mnayarji of Monument Retail. “With its new location, nestled in a vibrant and dynamic community driven by a high-end restaurant scene, ESL will be a revamped version of its original successful concept, capitalizing on the shift towards the eastside of the district.”
The new Eighteenth Street Lounge will be located at 1230 9th Street NW. (more…)
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“Back to the Office Special featuring Collective Delusion. Coming Sept. 9”
970 Wharf St SW, at Transit Pier, right next to Cantina Bambina
From an email:
“The Wharf will be hosting free concerts on Transit Pier every Wednesday evening (starting tonight!) at 7 p.m. Music will include R&B, Americana, Motown, Jazz, Reggae, and pop covers.
2021 Music Lineup: (more…)
1300 block of U Street, NW circa mid-90s. Photo by Brian Liu/ToolboxDC
Thanks to Brian Liu for sharing some incredible photos he took in the mid/late 90s here on U Street.
1357 U Street, NW in 2021, Alice Bar coming. I took this photo in March and they’ve since added a roof deck.
Some more photos of State of the Union: (more…)
1330 19th Street, NW formerly home to Buffalo Billiards and Shop Made in DC
From Swingers Crazy Golf:
“Get ready for a one-of-a-kind immersive experience featuring mini golf (two nine-hole courses), gourmet street food, craft cocktails and more in an elaborate 1920’s English golf clubhouse setting.”
5037 Connecticut Ave, NW
From an email:
“Comet Ping Pong introduces our Spring Outdoor Music Series in our Parking Lot Pizza Garden!
Beginning May 26th and continuing into July, we will present a series of 7:00pm concerts in the Comet Ping Pong parking lot for a limited audience of pre-reserved, seated, dine-in guests. The Spring schedule features artists ranging from folk and bluegrass to indie rock and synth pop and each performance will feature a comedy opening act to be announced. (more…)
Photo from a World Cup watch in the Circle by Eric P.
From Wikipedia:
“The fountain was formally dedicated the afternoon of May 17, 1921. (more…)
via Rock Creek Kings
Somebody was asking me about concerts in Rose Park (26th and O/P Streets, NW) and I couldn’t find the answer – found it: (more…)
Big news from the Mayor’s situational update this morning: (more…)
From Audrey Fix Schaefer, Communications Director I.M.P., 9:30 Club, Lincoln Theatre, The Anthem, Merriweather Post Pavilion, via email:
“I.M.P., the 9:30 Club, The Anthem and Lincoln Theatre, along with Monumental Sports, sent Mayor Bowser this letter last Thursday, in which we offer up our facilities, people, and marketing resources to encourage everyone to get vaccinated, and offer a rational, safe approach: seeking permission to reopen two months after everyone eligible has had access to the vaccines. We propose that the Mayor allow our venues to open at full capacity beginning July 1, 2021.
While her office has acknowledged receipt, we have not received a substantive response and so we are eager to hear her address this issue during this morning’s press conference. (more…)