Heritage India, 1337 Connecticut Ave., NW, released a statement today about Sunday’s shooting/stabbings in Dupont Circle. From Heritage India:

“Heritage India extends its deepest sympathies to the family of Jhonte Coleman. We wish a quick and healthful recovery for the others who were injured following a private party on Nov. 27.

Heritage India is proud to be among Washington’s world-class restaurants, offering guests from around the city, country and the world a memorable fine-dining experience. Heritage India often hosts wedding receptions, businesspeople, government officials, foreign diplomats and other dignitaries for large lunch and dinner banquets.

Located in one of Washington’s premier nightlife areas, Heritage India Dupont Circle is an attractive venue for private after-hours events on weekend nights.

On Nov. 27, two patrons at a private party began to fight and security staff immediately escorted both men off the premises.

With tension remaining in the venue, management decided to shut down the event immediately. Music was turned off, lights were turned on and guests were asked to leave.

As patrons were exiting, a person outside of Heritage India shouted that there had been a stabbing on the street.

Heritage India staff immediately called 911 and security began an emergency-response lockdown. At this point, only the security officers, event promoters and restaurant staff were inside the restaurant.

The alleged stabbing victim was leaning against the main door of the restaurant and security brought him inside to render medical aid.

Contrary to published reports, the stabbing did not occur inside Heritage India.

Heritage India is reviewing its contracting procedures for private events and is prepared to participate in a constructive dialog with police and city officials to promote a safe, hospitable environment for nightlife activities.”

“Dear PoPville,

Apologies for the terrible picture, I was stopped at a red light, in the dark, at a distance. This is the property right at 4th & Florida NW, just off Rhode Island Ave that was recently renovated, but then nothing happened to it for the last 18 plus months, give or take. It’s kind of a neat property on a triangle corner that I’ve always thought had a lot of potential. Last night (Thurs Nov 17) I saw lights on on the second floor and bodies moving around. I walk or drive by that property every day and cannot ever recall seeing movement or lights on since the renovation was done. Do you or readers have any idea what might be happening to with that place? From what I could tell in my brief 34 seconds to get a glimpse that second floor was just white walls and empty space, nothing fancy.”

Anyone know if folks have started moving in? You can see what it looked like when the scaffolding came down in March 2010 here.

“Dear PoPville,

My bike was stolen on Monday, November 21 near the corner of Nebraska and Massachussetts Ave. It’s a Trek 4300 mountain bike, Women’s Specific Design. It’s silver gray with thorn-like details. There are water bottle and tire pump holders, spoke lights, head and tail lights, and odometer wiring. It was locked with a 5/8″ thick Kryptonite flex combo cable and a silver gray Trek helmet.”

If you think you may have seen the bike please email lauralynn63@hotmail.com or leave a tip in the comments.

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“Poi refers to both a style of performance art and the equipment used for engaging in poi performance. As a performance art, poi involves swinging tethered weights through a variety of rhythmical and geometric patterns. Poi artists may also sing or dance while swinging their poi. Poi can be made from various materials with different handles, weights, and effects (such as fire).”

Just let me know why you want to go in the comments and I’ll pick a winner tomorrow afternoon. Michael Ian Black tickets can also be purchased here.

This house is located at 523 F St, NE:

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The flier says:

“Stately Federal Rowhouse, fully renovated, 3 bd/2.5 ba, 3 above ground levels – ea w/ light-filled bay windows, eat-in kitchen w/ granite, maple cabinets & wall of glass looking to patio, HW flrs, CAC, 3 Fps, spacious master w/ ample closets & large bath w/ jacuzzi tub & sep shower, close to ALL w/ EZ street parking or turn patio into parking (86 walk score, 98 transit score).”

You can find more info here and photos here.

This 3 bed/2.5 bath is going for $729,000.

Thanks to a reader for sending the photo above. Wild. Can’t believe it’s gonna look like this:

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From a DCPL press release:

“The DC Public Library now offers library cardholders access to more than 2 million songs to download on their MP3 players. Library users can keep the music they download. The files never expire.

Music from Sony Music’s vast music collection and more than 10,000 independent artists are available at the library. Library users with valid library cards can download up to three music tracks each week — 156 songs a year —at no cost from the Library’s web site, dclibary.org. Songs can be searched by artist, song title and genre.”

Toscana Cafe is located at 601 2nd St. NE. Their Web site says:

“Delicious and satisfying, the cuisine at Toscana Café under Chef Catalani offers home-style Italian meals with a gourmet touch. From our fresh pasta and breads, which are made daily, to our lush greens and vegetables, our menus at Toscana Café have something for you.”

You can see their menus here. Any fans?

Incidentally these are the same folks who are opening up a market in Dupont Circle in the old Pleasure Place space at 1710 Connecticut Ave. NW.

These are the condos coming next to AYT Auto and Miss Pixie’s at the corner of 14th and R St, NW. These luxury condos will be going for “$300s-$1.1M”.

What do you think of the rendering – thumbs up or down?

I guess it’s better than nothing but…

“Dear PoPville,

Have you received any news on Cacao in Cleveland Park possibly closing? I was in the area running errands and was looking forward to some mediocre macarons but when I arrived at the shop it was completely dark and almost bare. I was just curious if you knew anything about their situation.”

Back in July ’10 the Cacao chocolate shop announced it was coming to the old Cold Stone Creamery space at at 3508 Connecticut Ave, NW in Cleveland Park. The store has been closed for a couple of weeks now and there was some chatter on the CP listserv that they were just gonna replace some kitchen equipment. However, keeping my eye on the space the last couple of weeks, I’m thinking that is not very likely. They’ve removed everything from the shop (see photo below) and also removed the menu from their front window. Additionally their Web site has been taken down “to perform site maintenance”. But maybe that’s a good sign that the Web site has not disappeared completely. I’ve sent an inquiry to try and get more info.

Were there any fans?

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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. But please no personal attacks. I’ll open this thread every morning at 10am.

Boloco is coming to 1028 19th St, NW between K and L Streets. Looks like they have a ton of locations in the Boston/New England area. Their Web site says:

“Food is what we do. It is what we stand behind. It is what defines us. We strive to provide our customers with the unexpected. To surprise the palate with every bite. Every ingredient has a purpose, a meaning and, when combined, results in bold and addictive flavors that can only be described as “inspired”. It’s about choice… a true variety of options that matter so that at the end of the day, we satisfy stomachs of all colors, shapes, and sizes. It is what makes us different. Not every option is for every body. We know that. Keep exploring. Your vice is on our menu, unless you don’t like food. But you do. This is good food to the core. Enjoy.”

You can see their menu here or in PDF below:

boloco-menu

Anyone ever try their burritos up in New England?

I was pretty surprised to see this set up at Union Station. I could understand the old Best Buy kiosks where you could buy a new set of headphones but this just seems crazy to me. I guess if your train is delayed 6 hours but can you imagine a scenario in which someone would shop at a Kohl’s department store kiosk?