The Elroy Opens Tomorrow

The Elroy, the futuristic bar coming to 1423 H Street, announced via Twitter that it will open its doors tomorrow. Young & Hungry had a column on the Elroy concept a while back.

Indian Street Food Coming to the H Street Corridor's West End

Huge #NoMaDC / #HStNE scoop: rumors point to indian food stand Indigo (eastern market) opening restaurant at Franklin Carryout 3rd & K NE
— mattCampy (@mattCampy) May 23, 2013

Indigo, the Indian food to go stand at Eastern Market, is opening a new location at 243 K Street. Huge h/t to Matt Campy for the news (which is confirmed by a peek at Indigo's Twitter feed).
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Interesting New iPad App: Sensual Cultures

A screenshot from the app

A Twitter follower sent me a link to this intriguing new iPad application Sensual Cultures aimed at hearing people who would like to know more about their Deaf neighbors, and how to interact with them positively. The app was made by a Gallaudet graduate.
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Guest Post: Checking Out 360° H

Photo of a two bedroom unit's kitchen by Alan Page

Reader Alan Page writes in to describe his recent visit to 360° H, the new mixed-use development on the north side of the 300 block of H Street.

I had an opportunity to visit 360° H (the apartment complex right above the new Giant at 3rd and H) and I was able to learn a lot about the building. As you may already know, the building offers studios, one bedrooms and two bedrooms. The building features a 24 hour concierge, a private entrance to the 24 hour Giant (so you don't even have to step outdoors to get that jar of spaghetti sauce you need), a gym, a courtyard, a party room (with pool table, TVs, etc) that can be rented for private parties at $150/hour (or accessed for free, as long as you don't mind other residents walking in to enjoy it with you) and free wi-fi throughout the building.

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Left Behind, the Complete Series

Local artist Paige Byrne shared this video of her installations that you can visit at the Wylie Street Garden (13th Street, between H and I).

Local Restaurant Buzz

Chupacabra

Thrillist has some nice photos of Chupacabra (822 H Street). Washingtonian has a good rundown of the menu.

Brightest Young Things looks at Vendetta. Urban Daddy also checked them out.

What's Up with the Lawns & Airstream at Union Market?

A few pictures have been popping up on Instagram recently showing patches of installed grass, and an Airstream trailer outside Union Market (1309 5th St).  It's reportedly part of a pop-up that will run through July 4th, and it involves local mixologist Gina Chersevani (of Hank's Oyster Bar & Buffalo & Bergen).

Beer Tasting Tonight at the Queen Vic

The Queen Vic (1206 H Street) hosts a tasting tonight of four brews from Belhaven Brewery and Courage Russian Imperial Stout. $10 for a flight. 7-9pm.

Free Nights of Music in the Courtyard at Gallery OonH

Toki Takeover at the Atlas 6/21

The Atlas Performing Arts Center (1333 H Street) has announced a "Toki Takeover" of their Atlas Cafe. Toki Underground (2nd floor 1234 H Street) chef Erik Bruner-Yang will reportedly serve up Cambodian style street food during the takeover.

Party with the H Street Housewives at the Queen Vic

The cast of the play H Street Housewives, which premieres this summer at the Capital Fringe Festival invites you to join them for a drink. Play some games, hang out, maybe win tickets to the show.

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Crawfish Boil at Little Miss Whiskey's

Crawfish mound, a photo by izik on Flickr

Love crawfish? Then you are in luck. Little Miss Whiskey's (1104 H Street) hosts an all you can eat, and all you can drink (from kegs of Eggenberg Pilsner, Kasteel Blond, Delerium Tremens, & Gouden Carolus Classic) crawfish boil Saturday June 8th at 2pm. Get your tickets NOW ($45) because this event will sell out. The crawfish is fresh (never frozen), and flown in the morning of the boil.

Have Your Tires Been Slashed/Punctured?

Tyre, a photo by Sean MacEntee on Flickr

There have been a rash of tire punctures/slashings on the northeastern portion of Capitol Hill. Here's info from a local listserv:

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Fermentation Tanks Arrive at Bardo

A reader sent in two photos of fermentation tanks at the Bardo brewpub site on Bladensburg Road. It's great to see signs of progress over there.
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Vendetta Opens Ahead of Schedule

In a shift from the normal delays, Italian restaurant Vendetta (1212 H Street) will open to the public ahead of schedule. They are in soft opening mode this week. Tonight they will take walk-ins only, but they start taking reservations tomorrow. Check out my write up of Vendetta from last week. View the menu here.

Two Dogs Found Wandering H Street Last Night

 A reader sent in photos of two dogs she found wandering the 900 block of H Street last night around 9:50pm. Neither dog had a collar, and she planned to get them checked for micro chips this morning. Email halbarano[at]gmail.com if you think you recognize either dog.

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UPDATE

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The dogs are back home with their owner.
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Stabbing at 1113 Mt. Olivet Road

 MPD alert:

St. Crimes 12 CONFIRMED A Stabbing at 1113 Mt. Olivet Rd, NE. Lookout for a B/M 30's 150-160 5'9"-5'10" Brown shirt/ blue jeans DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911 W/EVENT #I20130235855

Sent on: 05/17 18:32

This is in the very northwest corner of Trinidad. The location appears to be a four unit apartment building. The victim is male, and was stabbed in the abdomen.

Balance

75 Years of Langston Terrace

Langston Terrace turned 75 this year. Here's a little information about the historic housing project:

Here's an audio recording from the AIA about the history of Langston Terrace.
WAMU's Metro Connection discusses the anniversary.
Here's some video from NBC4.
The Washington Informer chimes in.
Additional YouTube videos here and here.
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