Thanks to all who turned out Sat. morning (I know there were a few other clean ups scheduled that day). Thanks, also, to Councilmember Bowser for showing her support. But a special thanks to Cynthia for dealing with the city to get garbage bags and a pick up scheduled. We cleaned from the Metro up New Hamphire Ave to and around Grant Circle including the road, some pocket parks and some side streets. I have to say when I walked down New Hampshire Ave later that night I nearly choked up it looked so good. I know that it will get dirty again, but I think we really had a good showing. Plus all sorts of folks on the road and on the street were thanking us for our efforts. So once again, thanks to all who participated.

Next month I’ll work with some pre-existing groups in Columbia Heights and we’ll have a joint clean up. Details to be announced later in May. More photos after the jump including a very interesting find by one participant… (more…)

DSCN8457, originally uploaded by Prince of Petworth.

On Saturday I posted photos of the damage IMF protesters did to two banks on P Street a few blocks from Logan Circle. In addition to breaking windows the protesters also spray painted some red anti IMF slogans.

Before I went to P Street, I was in Logan Circle and I had noticed that the Park Sign speaking of the circle’s namesake was vandalized. Seeing how it is red paint, I’m wondering if it was the same folks. But what do they have against General Logan?

P4260039, originally uploaded by Prince of Petworth.

Thanks to a reader for sending the tip and the above photo:

“There was a 4 person shooting on the unit block of Bryant st NW today (Sunday) @ 200 pm approx. Lots of cameras and there were about 10 police cars. Apparently it was a family argument that went south.”

The Columbia Heights Listserv had a note as well:

“It seems that shots were fired in broad daylight at about 4:20pm on Sunday afternoon. I saw mothers with strollers running in away from what seemed to be 14th and Harvard. Police are currently swarming the area. If anyone has concrete information that can/should be made public, please let the community know.”

And DCist reported earlier a shooting on 14th and W:

“An adult man was shot at around 11:35 p.m. last night (Sat. night) in an incident police are preliminarily describing as “not a random attack.”

Not good news for an MPD “all hands” weekend.

On Friday we learned that Qualia coffeeshop had opened at 3917 Georgia Ave. For those that didn’t have a chance to check them out I thought I’d show you what it looked like. The owner, Joel, told me that they’ll actually be only half time or closed most of this coming week but the grand opening will be announced soon. Not only does the place look great but I’m super happy to report that the coffee was delicious.

More photos after the jump. (more…)

DSCN8500, originally uploaded by Prince of Petworth.

This one was pretty sweet because in addition to the cool tiles they also had some nice paintings on either side.

DSCN8512, originally uploaded by Prince of Petworth.

I think I may have shown this one back in the day, but man it was shining today. Love that double deck balcony.

A buddy of mine called me when I happened to be in Logan Circle to ask if I knew what happened at the PNC bank located on the corner of 14th and P. I ran over to take a look and it was quite a scene. Multiple windows were smashed.

Actually the PNC bank alone had enough glass smashed to fill the back of a pick up truck:

Further west on P Street I found out the Wachovia was hit as well:

Notice the red spray paint above? Well, a worker there told me that the damage took place at 5:30 am and the police caught the vandals. How did they catch them? Well there were cameras. But in addition to that the protesters had fresh red spray paint on their shoes. Beautiful!

Saturday, April 25th
7AM @ Dupont Circle

THE AEROBICS DANCE PARTY!!!
A SPONTANEOUS STREET FIASCO!!

Come dressed in your best spandex and meet up at Dupont Circle at 7AM
(yes, in the morning) FOR A ROVING STREET PARTY!! Yes, there will be
music. Yes, there will be FREE COFFEE!! Take the streets, freak out
squares. If you can’t get up that early, STAY UP ALL NIGHT!!

SHOW UP AT 7AM because it won’t take long before this party’s on the prowl!

In more random picks the one above really cracked me up. Any open house for a storage place? Awesome!

“On behalf of Security Storage Company, we’d like to invite area businesses and residents to come see what’s inside our building.”

Random yeah?

More traditional picks after the jump. (more…)

Above is from Florida Ave. Sadly, the store is no longer open.

Another bonus one today from a reader who saw this on in Joplin, Kansas.

This strip is located at 5th and Q Streets, NW (I think). I was struck by the wood up top probably leading out to a roof deck. I kinda dig it. You?

This is clever shot titled, “Peace in Mt. Pleasant after the rain”, was taken by liganpo

Submit your photos via email or to the PoPville flickr pool here.

These condos are located at 1728 (left side of photo) and 1730 (right side of photo) New Hampshire Ave, NW:

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The flier for 1730 says:

“Here’s your chance to live in a 1922 Beaux Arts mansion on one of the most elegant blocks in Dupont. This lovely boutique bldg offers this 1BR/1BA 2-level apt w/ 12x12ft roof deck w/ vistas of Adams Morgan & Dupont. Unit features fp, hardwood floors, W/ D, granite counters, walk-in closet & many more features. Contracts need 3rd party approval. Estate Sale-Sold as Is Use short sale add”

More info and photos found here.

The flier for 1728 says:

“Simply gorgeous 1BR condo in historic boutique bldg. Seller spared no expense – remodeled kit w/ blk granite countertops & glass tiled back splash, high end appliances, granite flrs in Kit/LR, lrg MBR w/ walk-in closet, remodeled BA, walkout to patio, laundry rm across hall, condo fee incl utilities. Extra storage. Lovely Dupont neighborhood. Not a short sale/foreclosure. Option to buy furnished.”

More info and photo found here.

I’m curious about these two because they are both 1 bed 1 bath, both in super cool buildings, and right next door to each other. 1728 is going for $349,900 and 1730 is going for $379,000. Either seem reasonable? Which do you prefer? Of course one has a roof deck…

A reader writes:

“I am happy to report I was the first customer at Qualia Coffee this morning. The cafe is lovely, the coffee strong and bursting with flavor, and the WiFi is fast and easy.”

Qualia Coffee is located at 3917 Georgia Ave.

And don’t forget the PoP Cleanup tomorrow at 10:30 am meeting at the Petworth metro by the leaf sculpture.

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. I’ll open this thread every Monday and Friday. Anything good happen this week?

ET_DC, originally uploaded by Prince of Petworth.

Thanks to a reader for sending this disappointing news. DCist is reporting:

“In a press release and message posted to their company blog today, Richmond-based organic grocer Ellwood Thompson’s announced that their planned expansion to the DCUSA development in Columbia Heights is on hold, seemingly indefinitely.”