The Avalon Theatre’s gala on Sunday, May 5th will celebrate 90 years of Oscar-winning film scores. The next day, the theater will screen a documentary for a special audience that’s another focus of the annual fundraising event. Cinema Classroom at the Avalon began in 2013 and is a free program for DC students in 6th […]
“Undesign the Redline” exhibit views and teaches the history of Ward 3 neighborhoods (including ours) through a different lens
by Joy Bates Boyle “Undesign the Redline” (not about the Metro!) is an interactive, traveling exhibit that explores the history of explicit race-based exclusion, specifically in upper Northwest DC. It presents the policies that created structural racism and inequality, the systems that resulted, and how we can come together in an intentional way to “undesign” […]
Business in Brief: A decade ago, Van Ness wanted a Trader Joe’s. One is landing nearby.
Friendship Heights is getting a Trader Joe’s. The Tenleytown/Friendship Heights ANC got confirmation last month when Trader Joe’s put in for a liquor license at Chevy Chase Pavilion (5335 Wisconsin Avenue). We can’t complain; MOM’s Organic Market will open at 4250 Connecticut Avenue in the next few months. But judging from responses to our reader […]
Business in Brief: A death in the Calvert Woodley family; Flavor Garden reopens; Valentine’s dinner with your love(s)
In memory: Calvert Woodley owner Michael Sands announced on January 29th “with great sadness” the passing of employee Kori Devoe. “Kori was a beloved and popular member of our team, working for several years in our La Cheeserie, and was known for her Boston accent, her smile, and her energy,” Sands said in a statement. […]
Business in Brief: Restaurant Week; Bread Furst, the book; Uptown Theater latest
For a limited time: Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington’s Winter Restaurant Week is under way through Sunday, January 21st. The Van Ness/Forest Hills restaurants taking part are Buck’s Fishing and Camping, Muchas Gracias, Rosemary Bistro Cafe and Sfoglina Pasta House. Also participating: Opal in Chevy Chase and Sababa in the Cleveland Park. You can view the […]
Business in Brief: Flavor Garden renovation, Comet IPA, and Comet’s predecessor
Cooking up improvements: Wednesday night is jazz night at Flavor Garden (4400 Connecticut), but last Wednesday there was no activity visible from the restaurant’s windows. As we got closer, we saw that the windows had been papered over, and there was a sign on the door. On that sign was some good news: Flavor Garden […]
Van Ness business updates: MOM’s progress and target opening date; Concept for incoming Park Van Ness restaurant revealed
Updates on two new businesses coming to Van Ness: Our last Business in Brief feature, on November 13th, included assurances that work to open a MOM’s Organic Market location at 4250 Connecticut Avenue continues to advance. And now, comes confirmation from MOM’s itself. The retailer writes to Popville: “alongside the cherry blossoms, MOM’s Organic Market […]
Business in Brief: MOM’s “not a dead project;” Hurdles to Compass at BK; local Thanksgiving offers
Definitely not dead: A Popville reader noted the newest sign at the incoming Van Ness MOM’s Organic Market, and wrote, “Maybe it’s not a dead project after all?” To which we say, there’s no “maybe” about it. Work continues daily at 4250 Connecticut Avenue. And Van Ness Main Street executive director Gloria Garcia told ANC […]
Business in Brief: Franklin Montessori building for sale; Chick-fil-A opens at UDC, Washington Photo Safari celebrates 25 years
Art All Night puts local artists, musicians and other creators in the spotlight, but it’s also a chance for small and local businesses to show their stuff. That is, arguably, the main goal of the Main Street organizations that put this show on year after year. And, they nailed it. At the Van Ness Art […]
Business in Brief: Laliguras closes; More progress in filling vacant Connecticut Ave. retail; Sprucing up the place
Farewell to Laliguras: On August 12th, Laliguras Indian & Nepali Bistro posted this message on its Facebook page: “With a mix of emotions, we bid farewell to an incredible journey. Laliguras Indian Bistro – Van Ness has permanently closed its doors today. We are immensely grateful for your unwavering support throughout the years.” The restaurant […]