839 17th Street, NW via Cafe Soleil
Owner Alex Heidenberger shares the sad news: “Today I am closing Cafe Soleil forever. Thank you to the amazing staff that has made this place home for so many. Thank you to the amazing customers. I am forever grateful for the doors that opened because of Cafe Soleil.” (more…)
1212 18th Street, NW
From Facebook:
“Statement on the closure of Eighteenth Street Lounge after 25 Years
Washington, D.C., has been the home of Eighteenth Street Lounge for the past 25 years, and I have had the great fortune to deliver unique nightlife experiences in a city that I love. The well-being of our patrons, and staff has always been a leading priority for the ESL team, and given the current uncertainty of when we can welcome patrons back safely, we have decided to close the space indefinitely. (more…)
2121 K Street, NW
Thanks to Ethan for sending Saturday: “Signage from Bobby’s Burger Bar on K street being removed”
Bobby’s Burger Palace opened on K Street in August 2011.
At the moment this location is still listed as temporarily closed on their website. Obviously the sign coming down is never a good sign, updates when/if the closure is announced as permanent.
Thanks to Will for sending: “Reminder: Kosta and the Greek Deli team are open and serving up their amazing food, safely behind plexiglass and wearing masks. Opa!” (more…)
Thanks to MB for sending early this morning.
Thanks to Scott Johnson (@essjaydc IG) for sending.
Photo by Joseph Mentzer
Yesterday we spoke about the bathroom situation (with some options in that link plus 9:30 Club) so this is a sight for many sore eyes. Thanks to Joseph for sending: “Restrooms for Protesters today! 7th & Constitution NW”
Photo by Doug Landry
Doug reports: “We’re set up with 2,320 pounds of ice (any other groups can come get some), free ice cold water and **three portapotties** at the corner of 16th and Eye, directly across from the AFL-CIO. Stop by!”
Have you seen any other locations? If so please let us know the locations. (more…)
Shortly after midnight, #DCsBravest received a call for a report of 2 military personnel suffering the effects of a nearby lighting strike within the Lafayette Park perimeter. Both were transported with non life threatening injuries. pic.twitter.com/JvwRIHk74k
— DC Fire and EMS #StayHomeDC (@dcfireems) June 5, 2020
DC Fire and EMS reported: “Shortly after midnight, #DCsBravest received a call for a report of 2 military personnel suffering the effects of a nearby lighting strike within the Lafayette Park perimeter. Both were transported with non life threatening injuries.”
16th and K Street, NW Photo by pithy at 7:26am
‘Black Lives Matter’ is currently being painted on 16th St leading up to the White House.
Thanks to pithy (and everyone else) for sending: “Massive #BlackLivesMatter being painted on 16th between K and the White House this morning.”
Somebody please send us a finished if you get a good one ([email protected] or @PoPville on social media.) Thanks!!
UPDATE:
Photo by dcitty
Videos: (more…)
Thanks to Paul for sending ” SunTrust at Conn. & M taking down their boards this morning.”