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Blues Alley Building Reportedly For Sale, Business May Not Reopen in Georgetown

By Prince Of Petworth


1073 Wisconsin Avenue, NW (alley)

Potentially painful news from NBC Washington:

“One of the most iconic music venues in the world and a landmark in Washington, D.C., that has been closed due to the pandemic is unlikely to reopen at its original site.

The owner of the building, Snyder Properties, says the building is now for sale.

The owner of the property and the owner of the business said talks between the two sides have stalled.”

Blues Alley’s website says:

“2021 marks the 56th continuous year that we have been serving the jazz population of our Nation’s Capital (more…)

“New escalators coming to customers at 32 Metro stations; contract awarded to replace 130 escalators”

By Prince Of Petworth

Ed. Note: When’s the last time you rode metro or the bus?

From WMATA:

“Metro escalators are the link that brings customers in and out of stations every day, and a new contract to replace 130 escalators will continue an aggressive, decade-long program to replace and restore the oldest and least reliable escalators in the system. The $179 million, seven-year contract, awarded to KONE, includes the installation of heavy duty, transit grade escalators at 32 stations beginning in May 2021. The new escalators will incorporate the latest safety features, including LED lighting. (more…)

Fear Not Doubles (formerly Colony Club) and Sonny’s Pizza Shall Return Soon!

By Prince Of Petworth


3118 Georgia Ave, NW via Doubles

After speaking about Aurora Market coming to Park View this morning, Cait was wondering what was up with Sonny’s and Doubles nearby on Georgia Ave?

From the owners:

“We’ve been taking a little winter break to give everyone a chance to rest, and to stay safe at home. We’re also doing some work to our Pizza Garden that will allow us to use it year round. Hoping to have Doubles back open in a couple weeks, and Sonny’s not long after that. (more…)

A Photo Farewell to The Big Hunt, now listed as “permanently closed” on Facebook, One Last Look at One of the Best Bars in Town

By Prince Of Petworth


1345 Connecticut Ave, NW

In late December Barredindc reported that “The Big Hunt Has Terminated Its Lease. Building for Sale/Rent”. I’ve been waiting for official word to come out but after spotting this dreaded sticker, I can be in denial no more:

For those not familiar:

“The Big Hunt is a one-of-a-kind dive bar and comedy venue in a sea of trendy clubs in the Dupont Circle area of Washington DC.

Open since 1992, The Big Hunt is one of DC’s oldest beer bars and has been serving quality craft beers on draft since long before the craft movement became mainstream”

The Big Hunt’s website is no longer live, their phone number has been disconnected and their last Facebook post is a tribute to their founder Joe Englert (RIP) and the page lists that they have “Permanently Closed”.

There’s much that can be said about The Big Hunt. It had it’s ups and downs like all spots do that have been open for so many years. At the end of the day all I can say is that I spent many many hours here, had many many good times here and met many many great people here. This Big Hunt was a great bar. (more…)

“I am looking for a new mattress”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Caroline Angelo

“Dear PoPville,

I am looking for a new mattress – the “bed in a box” isn’t working so I may need a coil mattress. I am high risk for covid and don’t have a vehicle, so that unfortunately means I would need a delivery situation.

I’m wondering if folks have thoughts about which stores they’ve used recently and what experiences they’ve had with covid safety during that process?”

“Dis-concerted DCer”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Vincent

“Dear PoPville,

One of my neighbors organizes a concert in their frontyard, once or twice a week. At first, I thought it was really cute and enjoyed it. Over time, the thing expanded into a full-fledged concert, with microphones, amplifiers, loud speakers, singers, a band, and it typically goes on for 8-10 hours, roughly between lunch time and 10pm. (more…)

“Approximately 2,500 Vaccination Appointments Will Become Available to Residents in Priority Zip Codes on Thursday”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Today, DC Health announced that on Thursday, February 11 at 9:00 a.m., approximately 2,500 vaccination appointments will be made available to DC residents who live in priority zip codes and are 65 years old or older and/or work in a health care setting.

The priority zip codes are focused in Wards 5, 7, and 8 and include: 20422, 20011, 20017, 20018, 20002, 20001, 20019, 20020, 20032, 20593. Priority zip codes include areas of the city where residents are disproportionately affected by COVID-19, including number of cases and mortality rate. Wards 5, 7, and 8 are being prioritized because they have the lowest percentages of residents who are 65 and older who have received at least one dose of the vaccine.

On Friday, February 12 at 9:00 a.m., DC Health will make approximately 2,500 additional appointments available for all District residents who are 65 years of age and older and/or health care workers in DC.

To date, more than 1 in 3 DC seniors have already received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. (more…)

Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Kitchen is Operating Delivery Only Out of Dupont!

By Prince Of Petworth


via Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Kitchen

Whoa, Antonette asks: “Have you received any feedback about the Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Kitchen at 1825 Conn Ave NW?”

From Guy Fieri’s website:

“Flavortown Kitchen is a delivery only restaurant featuring real-deal flavors from Chef Guy Fieri. From our signature Bourbon Brown Sugar BBQ Wings to our award winning Mac N Cheese Burger, all of Flavortown’s favorites come straight to your door step.”

See the full menu here.

A D.C. location is indeed listed for 1825 Connecticut Avenue N.W. (more…)

“Open houses in the pandemic?”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by angela n.

“Dear PoPville,

Was wondering if others have had to deal with the tricky situation of moving out during the pandemic. My landlord (understandably) wants to show the apartment, but also mentioned wanting to do open houses — seriously?

I’ve also offered to make videos, and I’m not wholly opposed to showing for individuals, but was just curious how others have navigated this situation. (more…)

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