Theater

“DC Fringe, a new festival is happening this summer!”

By Prince Of Petworth

From an email:

“A coalition of D.C.-based theater artists are joining forces to produce a new independent theater festival, District Fringe, to be held in the summer of 2025. The festival is intended to fill a gap left by the abrupt shuttering of the Capital Fringe Festival, which was announced earlier this year.

“For so many years, Capital Fringe was truly the only place where a nascent company or independent producer could put their work in front of an audience for less than $1,000 with all tech and space included,” said Karen Lange, artistic director of Pinky Swear Productions and one of the artists pioneering the District Fringe effort. “It is a huge loss for the next generation of D.C. performing artists, which is why we decided to come together and work on a new event that will fill that void: District Fringe.”

District Fringe has already received a $20,000 seed donation, and fundraising efforts are underway to bring this new concept to life this summer. (more…)

coffee

“Rue Cafe’s trellis is almost complete”

By Prince Of Petworth


3906(ish) 14th Street, NW

“Coffee has become a commodity. On every corner is yet another coffee shop, selling yet another sugary flavored something. We want to bring you an authentic experience of how coffee should be enjoyed. At the Rue Cafe on 14th Street, enjoy the elements of the traditional Ethiopian coffee experience. Whether you need a place to grab a quick breakfast or lunch, study or work with free wi-fi, or hang out with friends, the Rue welcomes you!”

Update:

Thanks to Steve for sending the latest from Rue Cafe:

“It looks like a week or two until it’s completely finished!” (more…)

Sponsored

DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 8, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

3214 Sherman Ave NW
3214 Sherman Ave NW

Mother’s Day weekend is shaping up to be a great one for DC homebuyers. With 315+ open houses scheduled across the District, there’s no shortage of opportunities to explore what’s on the market—and the good news is that the majority of showings are happening on Saturday, leaving your Sunday free for brunches, flowers, and family celebrations. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

  • 3214 Sherman Ave NW — $999,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4PM — Steve Gaich
    “Own a Piece of DC’s Most Sought-After Neighborhood — With income potential built right in! Columbia Heights doesn’t just have character — it is character. And 3214 Sherman Avenue NW sits at the heart of it all: a strikingly handsome period townhouse that pairs a jaw-dropping original exterior with a renovated, light-filled contemporary interior. This is the rare home that delivers everything — history, style, flexibility, and one of the best locations in the city.”
  • 1024 Cook Dr SE — $750,000 — Randle Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 12-3PM — Brendan Mullenholz
    “Enjoy suburban style living with the convenience of city access in this rarely available Craftsman home in Asheford Court. Built in 2016, this charming 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a bright, open layout with an easy flow from the front sitting area to the spacious family room and into the sun-filled kitchen. Step outside from the kitchen into the backyard featuring trees for shade privacy and plenty of space for entertaining.”
  • 1310 Delafield Pl NW — $1,150,000 — 16th St Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4PM — Jen Goroff
    “Rarely available Victorian-style detached single-family home in the sought-after Sixteenth Street Heights neighborhood of NW Washington, DC. This stately 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence blends timeless character with generous living space and classic architectural details.”
  • 612 4th Pl SW — $1,180,000 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sun. 2-4PM — Jason Skipworth
    “Welcome home to 612 4th Place SW, luxury townhome living at the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood. 612 4th Place SW is just steps from The Wharf, DC’s newest and hottest waterfront community. Features 4-bedrooms & 3.5-bathrooms, and 2,400 sq. ft. spread out over 3 levels.”

(more…)

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Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Emma K Alexandra

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Announcement

Pamper Yourself at Luxie Spa in Capitol Hill

By Luxie Spa

In a city where everyone seems to be moving at a hundred miles an hour, finding a moment of calm can feel like a luxury. At Luxie Spa, tucked into the heart of Capitol Hill, that luxury is intentional.

Luxie Spa has become one of D.C.’s most talked-about destinations for those who want more than a routine beauty appointment. Combining high-end technique with a personalized touch — creates an experience that feels both indulgent and deeply restorative.

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Brookland

Terrible News: Brookland’s Finest announces it will be closing for good in mid April.

By Prince Of Petworth


12th and Jackson Street, NE opened here back in June 2014

Brookland’s Finest truly lived up to their name. This is a very tough loss.

Brookland’s Finest owner Tony T writes:

“Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, we are going to have to close the doors at Brookland’s Finest. A word I grew to hate during the lockdown was pivot. Unfortunately, we could not pivot at BF. There were many factors. (more…)

Crime

“MPD Searching for Suspects in Navy Yard Armed Carjacking”

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in identifying suspects in an armed carjacking that occurred in the Navy Yard area.

On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at approximately 3:29 p.m., the suspects approached the first victim, who was exiting their vehicle in the 400 block of K Street, Southeast. As the suspects demanded the victim’s car keys, the victim attempted to flag down a passing car and the suspects fled without obtaining property.

The suspects approached a second victim, who was standing at their vehicle at the intersection of 3rd Street and K Street, Southeast. One of the suspects demanded the victim’s car keys and showed a handgun in their waistband. The victim complied and the suspects fled the scene in the victim’s vehicle.

Both suspects were captured by a nearby surveillance camera and can be seen in the photos below: (more…)

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