Monthly Archives: August 2011

New eats on 9th Street

Posted on August 31, 2011 by

Some great looking eateries are showing up on the 1300 block of 9th St in Shaw one after another. They might have been there for a bit and I’m only seeing them now. First up is Sundevich, “international recipes made … Continue reading →

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Ward 5 redistricting meeting tonight

Posted on August 31, 2011 by

From the Eckington listserv: Residents, The Ward 5 redistricting task force will be holding a meeting tomorrow night. Details for the meeting are below. Please forward to other list. Wednesday, August 31, 2011-6:30pm 5th District Police Station 1805 Bladensburg Road … Continue reading →

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Safeway open 24hrs

Posted on August 31, 2011 by

Saw this on the Shaw listserv: The competition is on for the soon to close O St Giants’ customers. Has the Giant announced the shuttle schedule yet? CityVista Safeway goes 24hrs. http://yfrog.com/gyxwdcqxj http://yfrog.com/mgj46kj Flag this media YFrog Flag this media … Continue reading →

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Full Yum Liquor Store?

Posted on August 29, 2011 by

In case anyone missed the bright red posting in front, it looks like Full Yum wants to become the 3rd liquor store between Florida and New York on North Capitol. From the abra website: ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE REGULATION ADMINISTRATION NOTICE OF … Continue reading →

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Weatherization Interest/Volunteer Meeting

Posted on August 27, 2011 by

Name of Event: Weatherization Interest/Volunteer Meeting Date:         August 31st, 2011 Time:         7:00-8:30pm Location:  Watha T. Daniels Library in Conference Room 2 at                    1630 7th Street, N.W.  Description:  WeatherizeDC is an organization that encourages homeowners to make their homes more … Continue reading →

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BACA Monthly Meeting Monday, Sept. 12, 2011

Posted on August 27, 2011 by

Monday, September 12, 2011 Meeting Agenda 7 PM, Mt.SinaiChurch 3rd and Q ST NW  7:00 PM – 7:30 PM  I.        Meeting Called to Order                                             Geovani Bonilla, President  II.        Treasurer Report                                                        Margaret Stevens, Treasurer  III.      Recording Secretary Election                                   Nominations                      IV.      Committee Updates … Continue reading →

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Shaw’s Tavern, R.I.P. ‘We Could Not Survive Without A Liquor License.’

Posted on August 27, 2011 by

http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/youngandhungry/2011/08/27/shaws-tavern-r-i-p-we-could-not-survive-without-a-liquor-license/ Embattled Florida Avenue eatery Shaw’s Tavern is shutting its doors on Saturday. But don’t blame the hurricane. Blame the lack of hurricanes. According to a message posted on the restaurant’s Facebook’s page late Friday night: Shaw’s Tavern is closing … Continue reading →

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DECLARATION OF STATE OF EMERGENCY IN THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA OPENS DOORS FOR FEDERAL ASSISTANCE

Posted on August 26, 2011 by

GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Executive Office of the Mayor Office of Communications [cid:image003.jpg@01CC642E.31E9C960] PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 26, 2011 CONTACTS: Linda Wharton Boyd 202.727.5011; linda.wharton-boyd@dc.gov<mailto:linda.wharton-boyd@dc.gov> Doxie McCoy 202.727.9691; doxie.mccoy@dc.gov<mailto:doxie.mccoy@dc.gov>; DECLARATION OF STATE OF EMERGENCY IN … Continue reading →

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Consumer Advisory and Tips During This Severe Weather

Posted on August 26, 2011 by

The National Weather Service has issued a warning for residents on the East Coast from the Carolinas to New England, regarding the impact of Hurricane Irene, which is predicted to bring tropical storm conditions to the Washington, D.C. area. Residents … Continue reading →

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DDOT Prepares For Hurricane Irene & Event Cancellations

Posted on August 26, 2011 by

Government of the District of Columbia Department of Transportation  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 26, 2011 Media Contact: John Lisle – 202-671-2004  DDOT Prepares For Hurricane Irene Efforts Underway in Preparation For Storm-Related Impacts  (Washington, D.C.) In anticipation of Hurricane … Continue reading →

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