Dupont Circle

Dupont Circle Snowball Fight Planned for 11am Tuesday

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo by PoPville flickr user Mike Maguire

Thanks to a reader for passing on from the DC Snowball Fight Association:

“At laaast, the DC area is about to get in on some of that significant snow that New England seemingly has been keeping all to itself so far this winter… And yes, for us, that can only mean two words.

SNOWBALL FIGHT !

For the first time since last March, we urge the snowballers of the District to reconvene for a benevolent battle in the beloved birthplace of our movement, Dupont Circle Park, at 11am on Tuesday. An hour or two beforehand, we’ll post an update here on the status of the Park, just so that we know whether conditions are ripe. And we hope you can join us afterward for lunch and drink specials at James Hoban’s Irish Restaurant & Bar, which is reserving a room and offering a prize for the best (read: craziest?) dressed snowballer! (more…)

President’s Day Brunch at Bar Charley and El Chucho and mark your calendar for National Margarita Day

By Prince Of Petworth

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1825 18th Street, NW

From an email:

“This email is just a quick heads up that both El Chucho and Bar Charley will be open for brunch this Monday February 16 at 10 a.m. Both of our stores will be featuring bottomless mimosa deals that include your choice of a brunch item!

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3313 11th Street, NW

We will also be celebrating National Margarita Day at El Chucho on Sunday February 22! Being as it is a Sunday, we will be opening at 10 a.m. and serving our full fleet of tasty margaritas all day long! Drink specials in honor of this most vaunted of booze-soaked holidays will include draft margaritas (the El Codo) for $4.50, and frozen margaritas for $5.50! All of our tequila from Casa Herradura will also be discounted.”

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option – Dupont

By Prince Of Petworth

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This rental is located at 18th and T St, NW. The listing says:

“A rarely available, fantastic 1 bed/1 bath retreat in the city. This townhouse apartment is located at 18th and T in the perfect residential pocket between Dupont, Adams Morgan, and U Street, just a few blocks from the bustle of 14th Street. Walk Score is a 98. Red, yellow, and green lines are within 5 minutes. Bus lines to anywhere in the city within 2 blocks. Footsteps to Glen’s Garden Market, Bar Charley, 350 Cafe, Larry’s, Lauriol, Rebellion, and Jack Rose. 2 blocks from Cobalt and JR’s in one direction, 2 blocks from Dolcezza and McClellan’s Retreat in the other. Three grocery stores within 4 blocks. Two Capital Bikeshare stations within a block. Equally close to Jumbo Slice and Vida/Mint/yoga studios. Pet owner? City Dogs daycare/boarding/walk service is on the same block and the S Street dog park is a block away.

The apartment has lots of space, especially for this area. Features include new wood floors, beautiful exposed brick, huge outdoor back deck (about 400 sq ft), updated appliances (including washer, dryer, and dishwasher), new Central Air/Heat unit, spacious open kitchen, and loads of storage. Steps off the street with bright, full size windows and a private entrance. Attached garage is enclosed and spacious (I have no trouble parking my SUV).”

You can see more photos here.

This 1 bed/1 bath is going for $2,250/Mo.

Dupont Circle Metro Evacuted “to Clear Smoke”

By Prince Of Petworth

From @dcfireems:

“UPDATE: Metro Box Alarm: Dupont Circle Sta. no fire. station evacuated to clear smoke.”

Another reader sends via email:

“Not sure what’s up but DCFD is on scene and station was smoke filled”

Updates when more is known.

@petehammerle tweet us:

“it really did not look bad. You could smell some smoke but it smelled like most metro stations. No one seemed concerned”

@Metrorailinfo tweets:

“Red Line: Expect residual delays in both directions due to earlier fire department investigation at Dupont Circle.”

@dcfireems tweets:

“UPDATE: Metro Box Alarm: Dupont Cir Sta. station to reopen shortly.”

Renovations from PoPville – Dupont Kitchen and Living Room

By Prince Of Petworth

Ed. Note: We used to feature these renovations from PoPville back in the day but it’s been a while since I’ve found folks willing to share. A good time for me to say, which I sadly realize I have to say, if you have negative comments about the reno please consider keeping it to yourself. Critiquing the renovations is not the point of these posts. It’s simply to show what some folks have done. If you like it, obviously, feel free to let them know but again – well let me be clear – don’t be a jerk. Thanks. Sorry to have to preface with that. I really do love these features and am fortunate that 2 or 3 three more folks have also agreed to share their renovations. These renovations can be extensive – like a whole house gut or simply a 1/2 bath added, floor refinished or even smaller. It can be a whole series of posts or just one. If you’d like to share one of your projects please email princeofpetworth(at)gmail thanks and thanks for understanding!

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“We gutted the entire floor down to the studs and redid all aesthetic features. The footprint of the kitchen was kept the same because of space constraints and the money associated with moving any of the plumbing/electrical. We also replaced the back door and window. I know a topic that has come up on Popville has been the permitting process. I obtained the permits for the door and window replacement myself using the Homeowner’s center at DCRA which I cannot speak more highly of. The head of the center when I used it was the gentleman who started it. He walked me through the process and even let me leave paperwork for him to consider so I could leave and make a meeting. He called me the next day before opening hours to let me know my permits were ready to be picked up. I encourage anyone needing a permit to explore the Homeowner’s center.”

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Brewmaster Studios Artist Space Available for Rent at Heurich House Museum

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo by PoPville flickr user Caroline Angelo

From an email:

“The Heurich House Museum is now accepting applications from artists, makers, and craftspeople for shared studio space in the heart of Dupont Circle, available April 1, 2015. Brewmaster Studios will be located at 1921 Sunderland Place, in the carriage house on the private grounds of the vibrant, innovative historic house museum.

A minimum of ten (10) open studio spaces will be available on the first floor of the carriage house for a monthly fee of $500 per artist-renter. Seven (7) partially-private studio spaces will be available on the second floor of the carriage house for a monthly fee of $550 per artist-renter.

Brewmaster Studios artists will be listed on the Heurich House Museum’s website. Marketing and retail opportunities will include participation in First Fridays, Art All Night, and open studio events, as well as programming partnerships with the museum that includes preference to participate in the annual German Christkindlmarkt. Artists will have potential for leadership within the studio community and a shared listserv.

Rent also includes: 24/7 access, wireless internet, common area maintenance and cleaning, utilities (gas, electric, HVAC), two bathrooms (including one shower), shared kitchenette.

Application & Guidelines: Here
Application Deadline: February 15th, 2015
Interviews: February 21st, 2015.
Move-In: April 1, 2015

About Heurich House Museum: The Heurich House Museum preserves local Washington, DC history and educates the public through Christian Heurich’s legacy and mansion. The mansion was built from 1892-4 by German immigrant, local brewer, and philanthropist Christian Heurich (1842-1945). Recognized as Washington, D.C.’s most successful brewer, he ran the Chr. Heurich Brewing Co. until his death at 102. The mansion is notable for its technological innovations, original interiors, and rich archival collection of one of the most important local families. The museum, located at 1307 New Hampshire Avenue in Dupont Circle, is open for regular public events and public tours Thursday through Saturday at 11:30 am, 1:00 and 2:30 pm. Private tours and event rentals are also available.”

Flooding at 18th and S Street, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

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Thanks to a reader for sending – I’m guessing a water main break.

Update from @dcwater:

“Looks like it’s a 6 in main break. We’ll start repairs today. Thanks again for letting us know.”

“Initial repair estimates given at 12:30 was 6-8 hours.”

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