1001 North Capitol Street, NE at K Street
Christopher asked: “I heard a rumor that Town 2.0 is opening Memorial Day Weekend… Is this true? Does the DC LGBTQ+ community once again have an Ed Bailey super-club to go to?”
Ed replied: “Lol. No. That is not accurate.”
However, thanks to Derek for sharing a recent construction permit that seems promising: “I’d guess they’re aiming for a mid to late spring opening next year, maybe stretching all the way to pride week.” (more…)
Thanks to Steve for sending: “Sad to report that Ann Taylor on the second floor of the Union Station shops has been emptied over the last couple of days. The signs are down. (more…)
photo by Jordan Barab
“Dear PoPville,
Have you heard anything about a whole bunch of restaurants closing in union station? I heard from a colleague this morning that Einstein brothers, Dunkin’ Donuts, and another restaurant were all shuttered when they went there today.”
I placed calls to the Dunkin and Einstein Bros. but the calls went unanswered…
Thanks to Capitol Phil for sharing: “Greenheart Juice Bar menu up at Union Market. Space across from Peregrine not built out yet and no sign of an opening date.” (more…)
1264 4th Street, NE
Thanks to Capitol Phil for sharing:
“Herman Miller furniture coming to La Cosecha building next to Framebridge“
This rental is located at 1160 First St, Northeast near M St, NE. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1,985 / 1br – 700ft2 – Lease takeover for amazing 1-BR apt @ Avalon 1st+M – April 1 (NoMa) (more…)
rendering northwest corner of 3rd and L Streets NE
From a press release:
“After seeking community input on what should be the permanent name for the new park coming to the northwest corner of 3rd & L Streets NE in NoMa and then putting the top three naming options to a public vote, the NoMa Parks Foundation (NPF) announced today that the winning name is “Swampoodle Terrace.”
Nearly 900 votes were cast online during the six-week community naming process which included the community suggestion round and the community voting round. “Swampoodle Terrace” received the most votes, surpassing the other two options by a more than 20% margin.
“The community’s choice of ‘Swampoodle Terrace” is completely fitting for our new park. The park’s design repeats many elements of its companion, Swampoodle Park, but it also includes a beautiful, terraced garden”, said Sandy Wilkes, Board Chair of the NoMa Parks Foundation. (more…)
Florida Ave, NE
A reader reported just after 3am off of Dave Thomas Circle: “Air bags deployed. Person abandoned their NY state vehicle.”
1276 5th Street, NE
“Dear PoPville,
Lunas de Buenos Aires is expected to open next week in Union Market. This new Argentinian restaurant located at 1276 5th St NE will be offering baked empanadas with gourmet flavors such as Cajun pork, chicken tandoori, and of course, beef. For drinking, (more…)
From an email:
“Hi-Lawn, the expansive rooftop bar above Union Market, is collaborating with beloved (and now shuttered) Fado Irish Pub on one of DC’s largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, from March 2-19. Fadó’s DC and Annapolis, MD locations sadly shuttered in 2020 and 2021, when the pandemic prevented a proper farewell, so Hi-Lawn is giving them the ultimate Irish Goodbye, with two weeks of festivities, including Irish dancers, bagpipers, live music, Irish food and drink specials, rugby viewing & more. (more…)