Back in Feb. ’09 we learned that Everlasting Life, located at 2928 Georgia Ave, NW, had temporarily closed for renovations. While renovations took a little longer than expected a reader sends in word and a few shots of the renovated space looking good:
“They still have a vegan deli, they added a stage, tables, and a bar. They are working on a liquor license.”
“Dear PoP,
Do you know what the plans are for the building next to the Wendy’s and the other vacant lots on Georgia Avenue Northbound? One site has two construction signs up and the ground is already broken. Thanks for any information you can provide.”
Pictured above is the corner of Georgia and Quincy which will be the home to new condos.
Further up the street where you saw the economic development signs will be two projects. Billy Simpson’s (from the owners of Marvin) will open up at 3813/3815 Georgia Ave., NW. I have no idea when it will actually open. I’d guess by 2012. The section a few storefronts up that is a vacant lot is slated to become a restaurant but I’d guess we won’t see anything there before 2013. That’s just a guess, I do hope something comes sooner.
Next to Wendy’s at 3910 Georgia Ave will become mixed income apartments and a health center. It looks like it will be completed in the next couple of months.
Construction on the actually street relates to ongoing Great Streets Improvement Project that will occur over the next 18 months.
I’ve gotten a few emails from folks about the large number of prostitution arrests made this past weekend. MPD writes:
“On Saturday evening, the Fourth District Vice Unit, along with members from the Crime Suppression Team conducted an operation in the area of Georgia Ave and Taylor St NW. This area has been noted as an area for possible street prostitution in the past. First, we deployed several undercover officers (male).
Their job was to identify and possibly target any female prostitutes that might be operating in the area. In a very short time, we were able to identify and arrest several female suspects in the area and charge them with prostitution-related offenses. Then, we deployed several undercover officers (female), posing as potential prostitutes in order to target the “Johns”. Over the next several hours, we were able to arrest several subjects and charge them with prostitution-related offenses as well.
This two-fold approach was an attempt by the vice unit to address both sides of the problem and, as a result, was very effective. The undercover officers did an outstanding job and the rest of my team acted in a highly professional and efficient manner. The Fourth District Vice unit plans to conduct these operations targeting street prostitution on a regular basis within different areas of the Fourth District. If anyone observes any activities or areas that they feel we should focus on, please let me know so that we can help address those issues. Thank you for your ongoing support.”
A reader writes:
“On August 14, there are something like 12 prostitution arrests around the Yes Organic. Amazing. Was there a bus drop off? A convention?”
Back in March 2007, I was surprised to see a prostitute and her pimp around the Petworth metro.
Thanks to all who forwarded the info. From an email:
“The Georgia Avenue Community Development Task Force invites you to a
Community Review of Georgia Avenue
Saturday August 7th from 9-4
HU School of Architecture – 6th and Howard Place NW
(Parking is available – the entrance to the lot is just south of Howard Place on Georgia Ave)
The GACDTF has been working to bring the voice of the residents and business owners to the process of redeveloping Georgia Avenue from New Hampshire Avenue to S Street. This Community Review is a milestone in creating a plan that works for everyone.
Registration begins at 9am. Small group discussions will be held from 9:30 until 1:00 on the following schedule:
9:30 – 10:30 Concurrent Topics – Housing, Shopping, Entertainment, Getting Around
10:45 – 11:45 Concurrent Topics – Entertainment, Shopping, Economic Development, Environment
12:00 – 1:00 Concurrent Topics – Housing, Economic Development, Getting Around, Environment
1:00 – 2:00 Free lunch provided by area businesses
2:00 – 4:00 Large group discussion: Summary of Small Groups and Visioning
Details after the jump. (more…)
Thanks to a reader for sending the heads up about the closing of L & N Thrift , sorry, Super Thrift Store at 1830 14th Street NW. The new location will be 3112 Georgia Ave, NW (by Kenyon).
“Dear PoP,
We’re not sure of the name of the new park on Georgia between Irving and Columbia, but it was hopping tonight and we thought you might like to see the pictures. They closed at 7pm, but the groundskeeper assured us that once they finish all the landscaping, the plan is for it to be open until 9pm.”
I was excited last week when we saw grass going in. But this exceeds my expectations. Hard to believe it looked like this not too long ago. Nice work!
The great new blog from the Georgia Ave Community Development Task Force first noticed this disturbing trend last week. They noted 3 examples of this graffiti on the 2900 block, 3000 block (pictured above) and 3200 block. I was curious to see this for myself. Fortunately the 2900 block had been painted over, the 3000 block still had it and I didn’t see any on the 3200 block.
Though it does bring up a few questions – first – do you think this is an honest political statement or do you just think that this was done by a provocateur who’s just trying to rile people up?
Second – is it strange that this message would be written in blocks that haven’t really seen any gentrification?
Third, even if it is an honest sentiment, do you think a more severe punishment should be given to those who are caught placing graffiti on our streets in order to deter others?
Finally, also if this is an honest sentiment – do you think there are venues where those who feel this way can properly express their feelings instead of through graffiti like this?
From an email:
Today is “the signing and placing of the last piece of steel on our building at 3910 Georgia Avenue, NW. We are one step closer to completing this gold rated LEED for Neighborhood Development project. This innovative development will include a 130 unit mixed income apartment community, and a state-of-the-art neighborhood health center to be owned by Mary’s Center.”
What do you think of the rendering?
The Lemon Bowl Deli is located on Georgia Avenue and Irving Street NW. There’s really very little info on google about this deli. I thought we had spoke about it a few years ago but I can’t seem to find it in the archives. The only decent info I found was from a Flickr page by diangela that says:
“The Lemon Bowl Deli has some of the best smoothies, lemonade, and BIG sandwiches.”
And there was this sign on the door:
I wonder how it compares to Ben’s Chili Bowl dog?
But let’s start fresh. Anyone ever get a sandwich here? A smoothie? If so do you recommend a particular type or flavor? I’m wondering if this a hidden gem like the Hitching Post?
“Dear PoP,
The DC Caribbean Carnival takes place this coming wk/end – Saturday, June 26 and Sunday, June 27. The Parade is on Saturday beginning at 11:00 a.m. from Missouri and Georgia Aves. and ends at 5:00 p.m. at Banneker Field. As in years past there will be significant traffic delays due to closed roads and crowds. MPD will probably start closing the roads from 10:00 am. Folks may want to plan accordingly. Hopefully there will not be too much complaining about the tremendous inconvenience to their Saturday routine, just come out and enjoy the Parade and the sweet Caribbean vibe. The vibe continues on Sunday with a Caribbean bazaar/concert in Banneker Park. Admission to the park on both days is $10.00.”
This is one of my all time favorite parades. It gets hot, it gets dirty, it gets loud and it is just a ton of fun. We talked about last year’s parade here. You can see reader photos from last year’s parade here and photos from two years ago here.
The official Carnival Web site (careful very loud music plays) says:
“The annual Extravaganza Parade will be staged along the Georgia Avenue corridor on Saturday, June 26, 2010 , and will commence at Missouri Avenue at 11:00 a.m. and terminate at the international marketplace at “DE SAVANNAH” – Banneker Recreation Park. DC Caribbean Carnival will host the international marketplace at “DE SAVANNAH ” from 12:00 noon to 7:00 p.m featuring food, craft and entertainment.”
Any advice for folks who’ve never seen this parade before?