Saturday, January 28, 2012
Open Houses in and around Bloomingdale
There is a range of prices and styles of homes with open houses scheduled for tomorrow. You can see the list here. The same information with directions can be seen in map format here.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
next Crispus Attucks Park board of directors meeting -- Wednesday, 02-08-2012
See this message from Crispus Attucks Development Corporation (CADC) president Patrick Blais:
The next meeting of the Crispus Attucks Park Board of Directors will be taking place Wed, Feb 8th from 7:00 to 9:00 at St. George`s Episcopal Church at the corner of 2nd and U Streets, NW. The agenda, which I will post next week, will include topics such as park governance, board elections, fundraising, special projects and maintenance. If you are interested in park affairs, you are welcome and encouraged to attend.
If you are unfamiliar with the park, please visit our website at
www.crispusattuckspark.org . Donations always welcomed via the website.
The next meeting of the Crispus Attucks Park Board of Directors will be taking place Wed, Feb 8th from 7:00 to 9:00 at St. George`s Episcopal Church at the corner of 2nd and U Streets, NW. The agenda, which I will post next week, will include topics such as park governance, board elections, fundraising, special projects and maintenance. If you are interested in park affairs, you are welcome and encouraged to attend.
If you are unfamiliar with the park, please visit our website at
www.crispusattuckspark.org . Donations always welcomed via the website.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Bloomingdale Inn converting to residential housing
We would like to take this time to thank the community for your support of the Bloomingdale Inn over the years, but we have decided to convert our Inn to residential housing. You all have been so kind and really have made us and our guests feel at home. This is an outstanding neighborhood and we will continue to be a proud part of it.
Again thank you and the best wishes to you all.
Jim & Lorraine - John & Ginger
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Ever wanted to stay in a Bed and Breakfast?
Now`s the chance to live in one! The Bloomingdale Inn is converting our rooms to short/long term rentals. Now you can live in a spacious furnished room like Royalty.
The Inn is a very large Victorian townhome with high ceilings, hardwood floors, plaster walls and ceilings. The perfect environment to relax after working hard at the office.
We are near Washington Hospital Center, VA Hospital and Howard U and the U Street corridor. Convenient to Metro (less than 15 minutes) with Metro Bus stop (#80 & G2) right on the same block. They go to the Capitol, China Town, White House and the Kennedy Center as well as Logan circle, DuPont circle and Georgetown.
Fully furnished rooms starting at just $995 a month plus utilities.
Contact John at john @ bloomingdaleinn.com for more information.
(No Phone calls please!)
Start living the life you deserve in comfort.
Regards,
Again thank you and the best wishes to you all.
Jim & Lorraine - John & Ginger
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Ever wanted to stay in a Bed and Breakfast?
Now`s the chance to live in one! The Bloomingdale Inn is converting our rooms to short/long term rentals. Now you can live in a spacious furnished room like Royalty.
The Inn is a very large Victorian townhome with high ceilings, hardwood floors, plaster walls and ceilings. The perfect environment to relax after working hard at the office.
We are near Washington Hospital Center, VA Hospital and Howard U and the U Street corridor. Convenient to Metro (less than 15 minutes) with Metro Bus stop (#80 & G2) right on the same block. They go to the Capitol, China Town, White House and the Kennedy Center as well as Logan circle, DuPont circle and Georgetown.
Fully furnished rooms starting at just $995 a month plus utilities.
Contact John at john @ bloomingdaleinn.com for more information.
(No Phone calls please!)
Start living the life you deserve in comfort.
Regards,
John Wilson, Manager
Bloomingdale Inn
Bloomingdale Public Safety Walk -- tonight, Wednesday, 01/25/2012
See this reminder message from Bloomingdale resident Jennifer McCann:
Advisory Neighborhood Commissioners John Salatti, Hugh Youngblood, and James Fournier Invite you to take part in a Bloomingdale Public Safety Walk
Advisory Neighborhood Commissioners John Salatti, Hugh Youngblood, and James Fournier Invite you to take part in a Bloomingdale Public Safety Walk
Help Bloomingdale continue to grow into a safer neighborhood!
Who: You! ...and your children, dogs, friends, etc.
All are welcome to come, regardless of where you live. This is about making a strong presence in the community, showing that Bloomingdale will not tolerate crime in our neighborhood.
Where: Northwest corner of 1st and Rhode Island NW
(Meet in front of Windows Café. Dress comfortably and bring a flashlight!)
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
"promise bridge" sign posted on T Street Bridge connecting Bloomingdale with Eckinton
Okay, someone needs to clue me in.
I believe that this promise bridge is the T Street Bridge that connects the unit blocks of T Street NW with T Street NE.
See this post from Prince of Petworth:
By: Prince Of Petworth 23 January 2012 10:05 PM
The Promise Bridge is on North Capitol Street connecting Bloomingdale and Eckington. Kinda reminds me of the love locks bridges in Paris. Not sure if the promise locks will be as popular.
"join Ward 5 Council candidate tonight at Boundary Stone to watch Obama`s 2012 State of the Union Address"
See this message from Bloomingdale resident Tree Martschink:
Join Ward 5 Council candidate tonight at Boundary Stone to watch Obama`s 2012 State of the Union address!
President Obama`s State of the Union address on Tuesday January 24, 2012 will provide both an assessment of the year past and a plan for the year ahead. As residents of Ward 5, we are also planning for the year ahead, and considering the future our neighborhoods and our city as a whole. John Salatti, Ward 5 candidate for Council, would like to invite you to join him in watching the 2012 State of the Union Address, celebrating the successes and considering the future of our country, and discussing next steps for Ward 5!
What: State of the Union Watching Party
Where: Boundary Stone, 116 Rhode Island Ave NW
When: Tuesday January 24, 2012, 8pm
Join Ward 5 Council candidate tonight at Boundary Stone to watch Obama`s 2012 State of the Union address!
President Obama`s State of the Union address on Tuesday January 24, 2012 will provide both an assessment of the year past and a plan for the year ahead. As residents of Ward 5, we are also planning for the year ahead, and considering the future our neighborhoods and our city as a whole. John Salatti, Ward 5 candidate for Council, would like to invite you to join him in watching the 2012 State of the Union Address, celebrating the successes and considering the future of our country, and discussing next steps for Ward 5!
What: State of the Union Watching Party
Where: Boundary Stone, 116 Rhode Island Ave NW
When: Tuesday January 24, 2012, 8pm
Spotlight: Bloomingdale / Eckington / NoMa
See this blurb passed along by the folks at the NoMa BID:
The Bloomingdale Farmers` Market, Big Bear Cafe, Rustik Tavern, Boundary Stone and Bacio Pizza are all mentioned.
Sunday, January 22, 2012
? Sunset Liquors space - deli opening ?
See this message:
My housemates and I stopped by Sunset Liquor at 1st and Florida NW on Friday night and they`re in the middle of a big renovation.
The woman whom I take to be the owner told us she`s going to open a deli, possibly as soon as this week. The shelves in the lower area have been taken out and replaced with a long counter.
No word on whether the upstairs liquor area will stay the same.
My housemates and I stopped by Sunset Liquor at 1st and Florida NW on Friday night and they`re in the middle of a big renovation.
The woman whom I take to be the owner told us she`s going to open a deli, possibly as soon as this week. The shelves in the lower area have been taken out and replaced with a long counter.
No word on whether the upstairs liquor area will stay the same.
Open Houses in and around Bloomingdale for 01/22/2012
Serious house hunters don't let a little ice and cold get in their way, so I expect that agents holding open houses today will see a lot of traffic! Here's the list. The same info can be seen with directions and in a map format.
Friday, January 20, 2012
A great post concerning some history of 1700 First street nw
Check out this post about the building that is now Big Bear Cafe, over at the very cool Ghosts of DC.
a little excerpt:
By virtue of a decree passed in the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia in the case of Edith B. Fenton vs. John D. Schamel, Equity No. 29563, we will sell at public auction, in front of premises No. 1700 First street northwest, on FRIDAY, THE 9TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 1910, at 4:30 o’clock p.m., the following, namely: The stock of goods, fixtures, two wagons, one horse, harness, and good will of the grocery business heretofore conducted on said premises under the name of Schamel & Co., together with the unexpired portion of the lease of said premises, except as to the apartment on the second floor thereof, and a rental agreement to a stable in Reeves court heretofore used and occupied by said firm.
And This:
a little excerpt:
By virtue of a decree passed in the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia in the case of Edith B. Fenton vs. John D. Schamel, Equity No. 29563, we will sell at public auction, in front of premises No. 1700 First street northwest, on FRIDAY, THE 9TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 1910, at 4:30 o’clock p.m., the following, namely: The stock of goods, fixtures, two wagons, one horse, harness, and good will of the grocery business heretofore conducted on said premises under the name of Schamel & Co., together with the unexpired portion of the lease of said premises, except as to the apartment on the second floor thereof, and a rental agreement to a stable in Reeves court heretofore used and occupied by said firm.
And This:
A grocer at 1700 1st st. nw. reported to police Tuesday that, he and his wife were about to enter their parked car after closing the store when three youths robbed them of about $150.
Carl Kaplan, 53, said one youth held and choked him while the second went through his pockets and found $120, the day’s receipts. The third bandit knocked down Mrs. Kaplan and, as she screamed, the took her purse containing $30, Kaplan said.
Read the whole thing HERE.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
2020 Martini finally opened! (in Richmond, not at the firehouse)
Scenic Artisan shares this interesting tidbit:
Recall the plans for the fancy 2020 Martini cafe/restaurant/lounge at Bloomingdale's firehouse?
Scenic noticed that 2020 Martini * did * finally open...
... in Richmond.
See 2020Martini.com
Recall the plans for the fancy 2020 Martini cafe/restaurant/lounge at Bloomingdale's firehouse?
Scenic noticed that 2020 Martini * did * finally open...
... in Richmond.
See 2020Martini.com
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Save-A-Lot opening in Rhode Island Avenue Center
The Washington City Paper writes that there will be a Save A Lot moving into the old Safeway space at the Rhode Island Avenue Center.
DJ 2 Tone Jones at Boundary Stone this Saturday
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Telephone: (202) 462-2411
Facebook: DJ 2-Tone Jones
Twitter: @dj2tonejones
www.illstreetgrooves.com
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
first Ward 5 candidate forum announced -- for Tuesday, 01/24/2012 -- at the Lace Lounge
Straight Up Politics: A space for residents to have blunt conversations about ward 5 and city politics.
http://straightupolitics.blogspot.com/
As ward 5 looks to elect new leadership, it`s important that voters have an opportunity to vet each candidate and make an informed decision at the polls. Unfortunately, the short window of time and the long list of potential candidates will make it difficult for residents to get out to meetings or chase down individuals to hear where they stand on important issues. To assist voters in this process, myself along with Lace developed ``Straight Up Politics``.
Straight Up Politics is a series of candid candidate forums designed to provide residents with a relaxed atmosphere to ask tough and pointed questions that will hopefully make deciding who the new ward 5 Councilmember is a little easier. The forums will be focused on economic development, education and crime.
http://straightupolitics.blogspot.com/
As ward 5 looks to elect new leadership, it`s important that voters have an opportunity to vet each candidate and make an informed decision at the polls. Unfortunately, the short window of time and the long list of potential candidates will make it difficult for residents to get out to meetings or chase down individuals to hear where they stand on important issues. To assist voters in this process, myself along with Lace developed ``Straight Up Politics``.
Straight Up Politics is a series of candid candidate forums designed to provide residents with a relaxed atmosphere to ask tough and pointed questions that will hopefully make deciding who the new ward 5 Councilmember is a little easier. The forums will be focused on economic development, education and crime.
The events will take place on Tuesday`s and run until the special election. The first forum will be next Tuesday, January 24. The forum before the special election will be a straw poll. After the session on the 24th, candidates will be put in groups and invited back to separate forums that will focus on specific issues. Below is a schedule for the first forum.
1/24/2012 Schedule
6:30pm-7:00pm-Candidate check in
7:00pm-Candidate Introductions
7:00pm-8:30pm-Individual Questioning
If you are interested in participating in these forums please RSVP by email before COB Thursday, January 19, 2012. Please, let me know if you have any questions.
Straight Up Politics
Lace Lounge
2214 Rhode Island Ave NE
Tuesday, January 24 2012
6-9pm
Tim Clark
@timclarkanc5c05
...and see these additional comments posted at the Eckington list:
Q: Lace Lounge??? Isn't that an "adult" entertainment lounge? Strange place to meet our new candidates!
Tim Clark clarifies: ``It's not an adult entertainment venue. It opened up as a lesbian lounge and has made a transition since then. They have opened their doors to the community on several occasions.``
Tim Clark clarifies: ``It's not an adult entertainment venue. It opened up as a lesbian lounge and has made a transition since then. They have opened their doors to the community on several occasions.``
next Bloomingdale public safety walk -- now on Wednesday, 01/25/2012
See this message from Bloomingdale resident Jennifer McCann:
Advisory Neighborhood Commissioners John Salatti, Hugh Youngblood, and James Fournier
Invite you to take part in a Bloomingdale Public Safety Walk
Help Bloomingdale continue to grow into a safer neighborhood!
Who: You! ...and your children, dogs, friends, etc.
All are welcome to come, regardless of where you live. This is about making a strong presence in the community, showing that Bloomingdale will not tolerate crime in our neighborhood.
When: Tuesday, January 24, 2011 at 7:00 PM -- rescheduled to Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Where: Northwest corner of 1st and Rhode Island NW
(Meet in front of Windows Café. Dress comfortably and bring a flashlight!)
Advisory Neighborhood Commissioners John Salatti, Hugh Youngblood, and James Fournier
Invite you to take part in a Bloomingdale Public Safety Walk
Help Bloomingdale continue to grow into a safer neighborhood!
Who: You! ...and your children, dogs, friends, etc.
All are welcome to come, regardless of where you live. This is about making a strong presence in the community, showing that Bloomingdale will not tolerate crime in our neighborhood.
When: Tuesday, January 24, 2011 at 7:00 PM -- rescheduled to Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Where: Northwest corner of 1st and Rhode Island NW
(Meet in front of Windows Café. Dress comfortably and bring a flashlight!)
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Open Houses in and around Bloomingdale scheduled for 01/15/2012
As Real Estate Business Intelligence reports, inventory is tight, so if you're actively looking to buy, best to check out listings when they first show up. There are several open houses scheduled for Sunday in the neighborhood. The same info can be seen here in a map format.
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Then and Now: North Capitol NW, between Quincy and R Streets
Then: April 29th, 2006
Then: May 19th, 2007:
Then: April 16th 2008
Now: January 10th, 2012:
Amazing the difference, huh?
Then: May 19th, 2007:
Then: April 16th 2008
Now: January 10th, 2012:
Amazing the difference, huh?
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Things are Poppin' in Truxton Circle
Check out some of the very cool things happening just to the south of bloomingdale in Truxton Circle
FABLAB DC
We mentioned FabLabDC before. I'm especially excited about this. I would invite everyone that is interested to contact them to see how you can help make this happen.
Fab Lab
Uncle Chips
I've heard great things about Uncle Chips, but I havent tried them yet. What I do know is that they are NOW OPEN.
ReVive
I had probably the best fish and chips I've ever had at ReVive. Fantastic mac and cheese too. I'm not a huge foodie so you'll have to judge for yourself, but i love the place. Go check this newish carry-out place on Florida NW at North Capitol Street.
SnitchEye
The Bates Civic Association facebook page indicates that a causal wine bar will be opening at 3rd and Florida NW. More talk of it on PrinceofPetworth. I'm sure many of you know that a wine bar will probably be opening up on North Capitol in Bloomingdale this year too, right?
The New Playground
I don't have a picture of it, but the playground equipment going in at First and Florida makes we wish I was a kid. It looks amazing.
Dunbar
I don't know the timeframe, or really the extent of the entire project, but it looks like things are moving forward in the reconstruction of Dunbar High School. The field at least is all dug up and being worked on.
And though actually in Bloomingdale, but right across the street from Truxton, is the new Studio85 store.
Wow. Good luck to all the new businesses!
FABLAB DC
We mentioned FabLabDC before. I'm especially excited about this. I would invite everyone that is interested to contact them to see how you can help make this happen.
Fab Lab
Uncle Chips
I've heard great things about Uncle Chips, but I havent tried them yet. What I do know is that they are NOW OPEN.
Uncle Chip's Cookie, Desserts & Cafe is now open! We are a small
batch bakery specializing in chocolate chip cookies. Ours might even
be the best in the city made with dark chocolate, flax seed and the
perfect combination of chew and crunch. Other items include vegan
granola bars, muffins, specialty sweet breads and white chocolate
dipped shortbread.
Offering breakfast in the AM. Our menu includes bagel sammys,
yogurt parfaits, oatmeal, fresh fruit and Java House coffee.
Everything is fresh and made to order. Please stop by and see us!
Local delivery and on-line ordering also available at
1514 North Capitol Street NW
Hours of Operation:
7 AM - 2 PM Monday - Friday
9 AM - 2 PM Saturday
Closed Sunday
ReVive
I had probably the best fish and chips I've ever had at ReVive. Fantastic mac and cheese too. I'm not a huge foodie so you'll have to judge for yourself, but i love the place. Go check this newish carry-out place on Florida NW at North Capitol Street.
SnitchEye
The Bates Civic Association facebook page indicates that a causal wine bar will be opening at 3rd and Florida NW. More talk of it on PrinceofPetworth. I'm sure many of you know that a wine bar will probably be opening up on North Capitol in Bloomingdale this year too, right?
The New Playground
I don't have a picture of it, but the playground equipment going in at First and Florida makes we wish I was a kid. It looks amazing.
Dunbar
I don't know the timeframe, or really the extent of the entire project, but it looks like things are moving forward in the reconstruction of Dunbar High School. The field at least is all dug up and being worked on.
And though actually in Bloomingdale, but right across the street from Truxton, is the new Studio85 store.
Wow. Good luck to all the new businesses!
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
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