Logan Circle

Random Recollections Vol.1 and PoPville is looking for an Intern – Apply!

By Prince Of Petworth

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1324 14th Street, NW in 2008

Remember the awesome old and bit beat up Downtown Lock Co. sign in Logan Circle? 

So like the old “5 years ago” posts I used to do, well, I was going through my photo archives (call it nostalgia if you want but I just love seeing the changes and remembering what it once was.)  All the legwork got me thinking that I could use an intern.    I’m looking for someone who is consistent, curious, and can string a sentence or two together.  Consistent and curious are the most important elements.   I’m not looking for the new Edward R. Murrow.   I’m just looking for someone who loves DC and wouldn’t mind doing some grunt work.  There will be a small stipend and I’m sure you’ll get to go to some cool events too.  Not essential but bonus if you know anything about video editing. Ideally you’ll be interested in development, restaurants, real estate, bars, DC government, all the stuff we cover daily.  If you are – please email princeofpetworth(at)gmail telling me a bit about yourself with the subject line ‘Intern for PoPville’.  Thanks.  Now for real how cool is that Lionel Trains sign?

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1324 14th Street, NW today

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option – Logan Circle

By Prince Of Petworth

1621 12th Street Northwest

This rental is located at 1621 12th Street, Northwest. The listing says:

“2 Story Penthouse Loft on a quiet street in the heart of Logan Circle designed by famed Architect Brie Husted. Remarkable throughout in its design, quality, and detail. Perfect for indoor/outdoor entertaining. Private rooftop deck with an Outdoor kitchen & 360 degree views, floor to ceiling windows, reclaimed oak flooring, hot stone fireplace, 2 terraces, private parking, and much more.”

You can see more photos here.

This 2 bed/2.5 bath is going for $7,400/Mo.

The Bentley (with a private pet grooming salon) completed and apartments for lease in Logan

By Prince Of Petworth

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1328 14th Street, NW

The Bentley has been completed on 14th Street and units are now for lease.

You can see the floor plans and prices here.

Their website also says:

“Ultra-modern one and two bedroom apartments with hardwood floors, gourmet kitchens with granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Modern living at its finest.

Building amenities include a fitness center, private pet grooming salon, a high-tech controlled access entry system, and in-building parking.”

Bang & Olufsen closed on 14th Street in Logan

By Prince Of Petworth

Bang & Olufsen
1604 14th Street, NW just north of Q Street

“Dear PoPville,

When I walked by last night, it looked to me like Bank and Olufsen is closing on 14th street. The windows were partially papered over and the space was in disarray from what I could see.”

Sad news for audiophiles. I spoke to the owner who confirmed the closure. Apparently it’s related to this reuters report:

“Danish television and sound system maker Bang & Olufsen would consider any bid approach from a larger rival as it seeks a response to problems that caused a profit warning last month, its chairman said.”

Basically any US independent stores that carried a balance had to pay up immediately or have their dealer license revoked. That is what happened here. For current clients the owner notes:

“we have been in touch with all of our clients who we have open projects with us and they are being completed currently or are being handled by the Tysons Corner store, which is a corporate store. I don’t want to give the appearance that we are disappearing and abandoning our clients. We are all dedicated to see this to a dignified end. In fact, not one employee has jumped ship. We are still dedicated as we put this to bed.”

Audiophile or not, this is very sad news for the retail diversity of Logan. And sadder still is the fact that the people that worked here sound like really nice folks. Wishing them a quick recovery during these tough times. Bang & Olufsen opened up in Logan back in 2008.

Why do they make you use ‘press to cross’ buttons for traffic lights in Logan/Shaw?

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo by PoPville flickr user pablo.raw

“Dear PoPville,

Do you know if there’s rhyme or reason why some of the Walk/Don’t Walk lights in the city, specifically on N St in Logan Circle and Shaw, require you to press the button for the Walk light while others do not? I can understand the need to trigger the light at intersections with little pedestrian traffic, but at 14/N there’s almost always someone waiting for the light. It’s certainly not a big deal to push a button, but the problem arises when you walk up, people are already there (but nobody has pressed the button), and the Walk light doesn’t change to Walk, and then you have to scurry in a matter of a few seconds. Just curious.”

CBS basketball analyst and former NBA player Greg Anthony arrested for soliciting a prostitute in a Logan Circle Hotel

By Prince Of Petworth

ESPN reports:

“CBS basketball analyst and former NBA player Greg Anthony was arrested Friday night and charged with soliciting a prostitute.

Anthony was arrested inside a room at a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in downtown Washington just before 6 p.m. Friday, according to a police report obtained by The Associated Press.

The report also said that Anthony was suspected of using a computer as part of the crime, and that his arrest was part of an undercover operation targeting prostitution.”

The Washington Post notes:

“Anthony, 47, a father of four, was arrested in a room at the Doubletree Hotel on Rhode Island Avenue NW, not far from the White House, about 5:46 p.m., according to Officer Hugh Carew, a police spokesman.”

Logan Tavern Good for Groups

By Prince Of Petworth

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1423 P Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

Sometimes the issue/question of where to host a large group or party at a restaurant that doesn’t have outrageous room fees or food/bev minimums comes up on your site. So I thought I’d write in and help folks out if it comes up again. Every once in a while I have to plan large group dinner (20 or so people) for work. I work at a trade association for public employees, so when we go out for business dinners we are all on relatively tight budgets and annoyingly need to get individual receipts. This makes finding a restaurant difficult! Last year I discovered that Logan Tavern can accommodate large groups like mine, has no problem charging separate checks, they let you order off the full menu (don’t need to do a set menu), no private room fees, a very reasonable food/bev minimum per person (I think it was like $25/pp for food and drinks) and reasonable cancellation policy. Oh, and the food is good – I think everyone in my group was happy! So if anyone is looking for a place for a large group dinner, this is a good option. (I have no affiliation with the restaurant at all, just a satisfied customer).”

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