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Dope New Paul Robeson Mural on U Street

Published June 2, 2015 at 1:50PM

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Victoria writes:

“Installation of Living Time Line: Paul Robeson on Saturday May 30, 2015 on a U St. alleyway in D.C. Cory L Stowers received a commission from the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities to create this mural, which depicts the life of Paul Robeson. The mural contains an image recognition technology which triggers access to rich content, and is the first use of this technology for an outdoor mural.”

Very cool!

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Photo by PoPville flickr user Victoria Pickering

Muleh Closes on 14th Street

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 1, 2015 at 4:10PM

A reader reports:

“It looks like muleh is packing up their stuff, but I don’t see any sign posted. Wonder if the rent is too damn high? The old Vastu space is still sitting vacant. Did you see the article on the new urban blight in the New Yorker recently? I think this is happening a log in DC now, and there’s no incentive at all for landlords to rent their spaces rather than wait for that big-fish rental prospect.”

A Proper Look at the New Building at 11th and W St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 28, 2015 at 3:50PM

Earlier this month a reader sent in a shot of 11th and W St, NW but it was cut off a bit with no landscaping in yet. So I wanted to see for myself and a get a few other angles – here it is:

Across the street from this oft nominated house of the day:

Springtime Uprising on U Street

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 27, 2015 at 10:05PM

From 13th and U St, NW in front of the Rite Aid soon to be torn down.

Sudhouse Opening on U Street Pushed to Sunday

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 27, 2015 at 4:10PM

1340 U Street, NW

Sudhouse‘s opening in the former Bistro La Bonne space has been pushed to “May 31st at 3pm with Happy Hour food and Drink Specials the entire day.”

“Featuring domestic and craft beers, classic American fare, pool and Big Buck, Sudhouse aims to be your new hangout spot to imbibe with friends. Sudhouse is the very first concept created by Farout and will have a tasty selection of both hearty and small plates like home-made five alarm chili and organic farm fresh salads. It will be a perfect place to relax and embrace the wonders of the U Street Corridor.”

“How Do You Fix a Hated Pop-Up? With an Eye-Catching Mural!”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 26, 2015 at 12:32PM

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Rendering via PETA

From an email:

“A five-story pop-up house on V Street is so hated by its neighbors that it’s commonly called “the middle finger” and has even been tagged as “the monstrosity” on Google Maps—but PETA believes it can vastly improve the building’s image. In a letter sent this morning, PETA offers to wrap the side of the building with a colorful mural that encourages, “Peas on Earth.”

“PETA’s mural would make ‘The Monstrosity’ an eyesore no more while encouraging the world to make healthy, humane, environmentally sound choices,” says PETA President Ingrid E. Newkirk. “A colorful mural about green eating would make the V Street pop-up eye-catching in a positive way.”

Looks Like Indulj Restaurant and Lounge Closed on U Street

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 26, 2015 at 11:20AM

1208 U Street, NW

Just noticed Indulj has trash bags lining their windows. Anyone know if they closed for good or just renovations? Their website and facebook are still live but their facebook hasn’t been updated since Dec. 2013. Also their phone goes directly to a busy signal…

looking west toward the U Street metro on 13th

New Outdoor Seating for Boss Burgers at 14th and U St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 22, 2015 at 9:45AM | Updated June 25, 2015 at 3:57PM

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1931 14th St, NW

Back in March we noted that Black and Orange would become Boss Burgers. Don’t know about the burgers but I like the outdoor seating they’ve added.

Anyone try a burger yet? Depending on how good your eyes are, you can peep the menu here:

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Patty Boom Boom Reggae Pop Up at Marvin Saturday

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 19, 2015 at 3:10PM

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From an email:

“Reggae On The Deck- Saturday, May 23

Marvin, 2007 14th Street NW

The first of those Patty Boom Boom pop-ups you were promised. Reggae on the Deck will feature Patty Boom Boom’s famous Rum Punch, $5 patties (spicy beef, chicken) and your favorite Patty Boom Boom DJs from 4-10pm.”

Korean Night Market coming to Compass Rose Thurs. May 21st

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 13, 2015 at 4:30PM

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1346 T Street, NW

From an email:

“WHAT: Compass Rose Bar & Kitchen will transform into a bustling Korean Night Market on Thursday, May 21st for an evening of fun street food, inventive cocktails and karaoke. Inspired by her recent travels to Korea, Owner Rose Previte tapped Chef Danny Lee of Mandu and Chef Jesse Miller of Bar Pilar and Café Saint-Ex to join Chef Sam Molavi of Compass Rose in preparing a diverse menu of Korean street foods, including Dduk Bok Gi (spicy rice cakes), Galbi (barbecue short ribs) and Bibim Guksoo (chilled somyun noodles rubbed with diced kimchi, soy, and sesame oil).

The Korean Night Market will feature live cooking stations, as well as passed appetizers and specialty cocktails.

WHEN: Thursday, May 21, 2015 from 7 – 10 p.m.
WHERE: Compass Rose Bar & Kitchen

Tickets are priced at $20 per person, inclusive of food, entertainment, tax and gratuity. Tickets can be purchased via [email protected]. Compass Rose will offer a cash bar for Korean beer and cocktails.”

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