Glover Park, DC

2011-10-19T19:35:00.000-07:00

Glover Park resident explorer and environmentalist Robert Hyman has produced a documentary film after returning from an expedition to the Rio Platano Biosphere Reserve in Honduras. Link to video here: http://skyshipfilms.com/paradise-in-peril

Paradise in Peril Film Description

The Río Platáno Biosphere Reserve, Honduras – home to the highest level of tropical biodiversity in Central America, homeland of the Pech and Miskito Indians, and keeper of hundreds of unexplored archeological sites – is in danger. Non-indians are invading the Reserve from all sides, poaching endangered wildlife and fish, slashing and burning ancient forests to sow pastures, and forcing indigenous inhabitants off their ancestral lands. Paradise in Peril follows an expedition organized to document the destruction of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and collect testimony from the native peoples who rely on the Río Platáno for survival. Fewer than 400 individuals have ever completed this strenuous expedition from the rivers headwaters to the Miskito coast of Honduras.
Please go to http://skyshipfilms.com/paradise-in-peril or http://vimeo.com/skyshipfilms/paradise-in-peril
to see this short documentary.

Stoddert Field Fencing Removed

2011-05-15T09:06:00.000-07:00

The fencing around Stoddert Field finally has been removed after two years of being sequestered during its reconstruction, in tandem with the construction of the Stoddert Rec Center which was completed last year. The baseball/softball diamond has been completely re-built with dugout fencing, benches, backstop and a nice level infield. Unfortunately, the extensive engineering effort to improve drainage at the dugouts and home plate seems to have failed, as that corner remains swampy. Stoddert Field's new turf is amazing - let's hope it holds up to the onslaught of soccer games! The new field backs to a new Stoddert Community Garden, which was created by the efforts of many volunteers led by Glover Park residents Lauren Biel and Sarah Bernardi. This will be a great addition to help children learn about gardening.

The baseball diamond remains fenced but hopefully will be opened shortly so softball and Little League baseball can resume.

Chipotle to open in April!

2011-04-16T09:58:00.000-07:00

Chipotle, the popular burrito chain, is planning to open a store in Glover Park in the long-vacant former Pizza Hut space next to the Post Office. at 2338 Wisconsin Ave.

See Chipotle's website: http://www.chipotle.com

And they are hiring now for the Glover Park location: http://www.simplyhired.com/job-id/w7vuwhibai/new-restaurant-jobs/

2011-02-08T06:21:00.000-08:00

Update on Glover Park Property Values

Glover Park houses continue to maintain their value despite the prolonged downturn in the economy and the real estate market nationwide. The chart below shows average rowhouse sale prices, number of annual sales, and percent change year-over-year for the past seven years. No, we are not seeing the double-digit (or even single-digit) gains in average property values that we experienced back in the first half of the decade, but we are not seeing the painful drops in property values that have upset the lives of so many homeowners in the region and across the country. Average prices in 2010 are roughly at the same level compared to the height of the market in 2005; and we've been creeping up ever so slightly since a modest drop from 2005 to 2006.

Why have we fared so well relative the region and the nation? There are a number of reasons:

- The obvious reason is the strong federal jobs market here in DC. While other cities are seeing entire industries decimated, Washington continues to attract qualified homebuyers accepting or keeping federal jobs as well as private sector jobs linked to the operation of the federal government.

- Our neighborhood has seen a bit of a demographic shift in the past 10+ years in which more and more families with small children are staying put rather than moving to the suburbs as soon as their kids are old enough to walk. Also, more and more families with children are buying houses in our area and sacrificing some space for a shorter commute and a vibrant urban (or less suburban) lifestyle.

- Glover Park continues to be a popular rental area near universities and for new workers who view their well-paying jobs as potentially transient and wish to rent instead of buy. Rents have risen significantly since 2000 and rental houses are in great demand, which buoys property values.

- Move-up mobility has decreased due to the tight credit market and lack of equity to roll over, so more and more homeowners are staying put longer. One of the most striking statistics from the chart above is the roughly 40% drop in annual turnover of houses (down to 30 houses in 2010). With a tight supply, and steady (unfrenzied) demand, prices levels will be maintained.

- Rowhouse foreclosures and short sales are rare. We’ve seen a couple of instances in the last few years, but they have not had any noticeable impact on property values. The condo market in the neighborhood has seen more short sales and foreclosures with a bit of an impact on their respective buildings in the short term, but still nothing like the experience of most of the rest of the region and nation.

- The run-up in the market through 2005 sparked a renovation boom. Owners flush with equity or cash from home equity loans felt secure in spending money to do major home renovations, and sellers often felt these renovations could get a good return on re-sale. Back in the 80's and 90's seeing an opened-up kitchen with extended granite counters and stainless steel appliances was a rarity, but now it is commonplace in the neighborhood. This trend helped to raise the average home price.

Will prices rise when the economy finally recovers? I don't have a crystal ball, but much of the eye-popping rise in prices in the early part of the decade was due to the lending free-for-all, in which you could get a mortgage if you could simply prove you had a pulse. The credit market has gone to the opposite extreme now, and it is difficult even for many qualified buyers to finance a purchase. These changes are likely to loosen somewhat in the years to come, but we will not be back to the free-wheeling days until our collective memory is erased and we forget about the crisis. It will happen again - it always does - but considering the magnitude of the economic disaster this time, that will not happen again for a long time to come. The good news is that as long as we don't experience some other major unexpected economic shock, we can feel secure in the value of our Glover Park properties.

Glover Park Neighborhood Signs

2011-01-08T08:59:00.000-08:00

Glover Park has two new neighborhood signs now installed along Wisconsin Avenue! One is at Calvert Street, which you see driving south, and the other is just below W Place, seen driving north into the neighborhood. Neighbors have long discussed the possibility of adding the signs as a visual enhancement and identity for the neighborhood, similar to the Palisades neigborhood signs installed along MacArthur Blvd. years ago. The signs are tastefully done and represent the typical streetscape of the Glover Park neighborhood with old brick and painted rowhouses along a tree-lined street.

Glover Park Farmers' Market 2010 Season Opening 5/8/10

2010-03-24T14:41:00.000-07:00

The Glover Park Farmers' Market, which was hailed last summer as a valuable addition to the neighborhood, is soon starting its second season on Saturday, May 8th 2010. It will run every Saturday from 9:00-1:00, rain or shine, through October 30th.

The location is the Hardy Middle School parking lot (where the Georgetown Flea Market is held) across from the Social Safeway at Wisconsin and 34th Streets.

Info from those managing the market: "The Glover Park-Burleith Farmers’ Market is a producer-only market, featuring local fruit, vegetables, meat, cheese, bread, eggs, plants, cut flowers, handmade soap, pasta, gelato and more. Live bluegrass music, local fruit, vegetables, meat, cheese, cut flowers, gelato, plants, bread and more. Dogs are welcome. WIC coupons accepted."

Kudos to Lauren Biel and the others who have worked tirelessly and selflessly to make this market a success, hopefully year after year.

Link to Glover Park Farmers' Market website

Stoddert Elementary Buy-a-Brick Fundraiser

2010-03-24T14:29:00.000-07:00

Stoddert Elementary School in Glover Park has had construction of it's new facilities underway for over a year now and is attempting to raise money for school services through a Buy-a-Brick Fundraiser before construction is complete. Donors can receive an engraved brick to be installed as part of the school construction project near the entrance to school and new recreation center.

Standard bricks (4"x8") are a $75 donation, and family/class pavers (8"x8") are $275K. See their website to donate online and reserve your brick, but act fast before construction is complete!

Link to Buy-a-Brick online

Angelico Pizza in Glover Park

2010-01-29T14:40:00.001-08:00

Angelico Pizza will be opening soon at 2313 Wisconsin Ave., replacing the italian restaurant Mama Maria's which went out of business last year. Angelico Pizza has a store in Tenleytown and seems to be following the lead of Z-Burger in expanding from Tenley to Glover Park, considering the market possibilities in the neighborhood. Angelico is also planning to open restaurants in the active H Street and U Street corridors. Liquor license application is pending.

Pizza Hut Closes

2009-10-15T14:06:00.000-07:00

The Pizza Hut store next to the Salvadoran Embassy has closed. The store primarily was used for delivery and take-out, though also had a couple of chairs for diners. No word yet on what will replace it, though it is currently another vacant and papered-up eyesore. How about another drycleaners??

Woman crashes car into Whole Foods elevator

2009-10-15T14:03:00.000-07:00

On October 1st an elderly woman driving a car in the Whole Foods garage crashed into the garage level elevators. Supposedly she accidentally stepped on the accelerator instead of the brake. The woman had minor injuries and no one else was hurt. Rumors of elevator riders plunging to the ground were unfounded.

Restaurant Specials and Discounts

2009-09-18T12:26:00.001-07:00

Here are some Glover Park restaurant specials, discounts and events ongoing. Subject to change of course, so check with the restaurants.

BLUE RIDGE:
Stroller happy hour - Thursdays 5-7 pm - drink specials and special accomodations for kids and parents.
Oyster happy hour - Mon-Fri 5:30-7 pm - $1 oysters on the half shell; and drink specials

BREADSODA:
Happy hour - 4-7 pm - $4.00 beer and wine specials

GIN & TONIC:
Open bar - $20 Saturdays and Sundays during football games
Tuesdays until 10 pm - 2-for-1 drinks

KAVANAGH'S:
Happy hour - Mon-Fri 4-7 pm - drink specials
Monday - 2 slices and beer - $5
Tuesday - 2 salad, 12" pizza, 2 drinks - $24
Wednesday - half price bottles of wine and lasagna specials
Thursday - 1/2 price pints of beer

OLD EUROPE:
Octoberfest - September thru October - drink and dinner specials

SHANGHAI TEA HOUSE:
Lunch combo specials weekdays

SURFSIDE:
Happy hour - Mon-Fri, 5-6 pm - half price drinks
Monday: Free Chips and 7 layer dip with the purchase of an alcoholic beverage.
Tuesday: Kids eat free night. One free kids meal with the purchase of one regular dinner item
Wednesday: Half priced wine and bloody mary

TOWN HALL:
Happy hour - Mon-Fri 5-7 pm - $3 beer
15% off dining before 7 pm Mon-Fri
Tues 5 pm to close - half price bottles of wine
Glover Park night - Wed. 5-10:30 pm - $15% off your bill for Glover Park residents

TWIST at SAVOY:
Thursday - live jazz night and 2-for-1 dining specials
Friday - 2-for-1 appetizers
Saturday - half priced bottles of wine with 2 entrees
Sunday - bring your dog happy hour - 4-7 pm - drink specials

See all Glover Park restaurants, reviews and menus at: http://www.gloverparkdc.com/Restaurants.htm

Glover Archbold Park Deer Population

2009-09-17T14:08:00.000-07:00

The National Park Service is considering using sharpshooters to reduce the overpopulation of deer in Rock Creek Park, including its Glover Park extension of Glover Archbold Park. The proposal has caused controversy as those opposed to the measure argue there are more humane ways to reduce the population, while those who support it believe that is is the humane way to deal with the problem that has grown into a real threat to the habitat and to people. The last estimate in 2007 was 82 deer per square mile - 4 times the maximum acceptable number.

Stoddert Rec Center

2009-08-01T09:34:00.001-07:00

The Stoddert Recreation Center construction finally has begun after much planning and debate. Sadly, the entire field has been fenced in, the baseball diamond demolished, and some big old oaks threatened. Neighbors look forward to the completion of this long-term project and the restoration of some green space to congregate.

There has been an ongoing informal debate between those who support the rec center and what they see as great value to the neighborhood, and those who feel it will cause congestion, destroy the park and come at a great expense for the benefit of a small number of people. There are valid arguments to both sides, but once the construction is done it will be an attractive addition to the neighborhood.

Downloand pdf's of updated plans and renderings at the school's website at:
http://www.stoddert.org/RecCenter/reccenter.html

Glover Park Farmers Market

2009-08-01T09:29:00.000-07:00

The Glover Park Farmers Market has been open for business for 3 weeks now - each Saturday morning, at the location of the Georgetown flea market across from the Social Safeway. Patrons have given it rave reviews for freshness, variety and the friendliness of the vendors. Stop by on a Saturday morning.

You can get updated info on vendors, weekly entertainment and more at the Farmers' Market website: http://www.dcgreens.org/

Wisconsin Overlook club

2009-08-01T09:27:00.000-07:00

An illegal nightclub has been operating in Glover Park for a while now. The internet is abuzz with advertisements for all-you-can-drink dance parties at "Wisconsin Overlook", a club operating under the radar of DC and Glover park officials, and unlicensed to operate any business let alone serve alcohol and charge admission. The club is located in a new residential/commercial building at 2136 Wisconsin that has had a hard time attracting new tenants. It appears that the owner is 2 years in arrears on sky-high property taxes and the property has been flagged for a DC tax sale in September.

DCRA, ANC3B and the GPCA have done nothing to stop them, probably because they haven't applied for any business or liquor license, permit, or zoning variance so it seems no official has been paying attention. Yet, they all have attacked Town Hall relentlessly as they tried to legally navigate all these hurdles to operating their business.

Ceviche Closes; Kitchen Opens

2009-08-01T09:23:00.000-07:00

Ceviche, the restaurant that opened to fanfare in Glover Park last year, has abruptly closed its doors as of the beginning of 2009. Apparently the concept just didn't work for the location and business was not so good. Ceviche had replaced the Austin Grill, a mainstay in Glover Park for many years. Ceviche's owners have not given up though - they have opened a new restaurant called Kitchen which will have a southern theme in its food and decor. Seems the food will be cheaper, the chairs are from the Salvation Army and the barstools are John Deere tractor seats. Is this a commentary on the Glover Park clientele??

Interestingly, Ceviche was tied to Gin & Tonic nearby (having the same owner) and apparently served as its kitchen for any food. Since Ceviche closed, Gin & Tonic has been ordering takeout from Z-Burger and serving their food at inflated prices. Strange. When it opened Gin & Tonic was touted as a restaurant serving traditional American tavern food, but they apparently serve no food at all and have no kitchen, so it is really just a bar with a Z-Burger take-out option for drinkers who get the munchies and don't want to stroll next door to Z-Burger. I wonder how that affects a restaurant's operator's license and liquor license in DC......

Originally posted 1/27/09

Water Main Break on Manor Pl

2009-08-01T09:22:00.000-07:00

A water main broke at Manor Place and 37th st. causing 'Class 4 rapids' down the hill, tearing out some asphalt, opening a sink hole and causing low water pressure for many residents and no water for some. The main is repaired, but as a result of the damage the road will be closed at least for a week for repairs. A secondary break occured on Observatory Pl. and a gas line broke as a result of the water main break.

See article at WJLA News 7 online. http://www.wjla.com/news/stories/1108/572683_video.html?ref=newsstory

Originally posted 11/25/08

Surfside, Busara, & ZBurger, Oh My!

2009-08-01T09:20:00.002-07:00

Surfside
Work is well under way at Surfside at 2444 Wisconsin. The restaurant should be open for business in July.

Z-Burger
The popular burger joint (think Five Guys) with a location in Tenleytown plans to open a store in Glover Park in August at 2414 Wisconsin. Expect these store to sprout in various locations in the DC metro area in the next few years.

Busara
This critically acclaimed Thai restaurant that has been in Glover Park for at least 15 years will unfortunately close pretty soon. Rumor has it that the owner of the Mendocino Grill in Georgetown will take the space and open a new restaurant. No further details or timeline at the moment.

Good things are happening with Glover Park's streetscape and restaurant scene! Vacant and shoddy storefronts are finally dispappearing and being replaced by establishments that will draw neighbors as well as people from in and around the city.

Originally posted 6/16/08

Gin & Tonic Tavern to Replace Grog & Tankard

2009-08-01T09:20:00.001-07:00

The Grog and Tankard, a mainstay bar/music venue in Glover Park for four decades was closed last fall due to a devastating fire at the neighboring strip club JP's. They will not re-open. Latin Concepts, the organization that owns Ceviche nearby, has agreed to buy the space and plans to open a restaurant/bar called Gin & Tonic Tavern. Insiders have tagged it as a "classic American tavern". Renovation work and opening dates are yet to be determined.

Originally posted 6/16/08

Glover Park Restaurant Update

2009-08-01T09:18:00.000-07:00

Glover Park has three new restaurants for residents and others to enjoy:

Shanghai Tea House
2400 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Opened a few months ago in the space vacated by a photography shop below Heritage India. Patrons I have heard from have raved about it: bubble tea, good full selection of lunch and dinner items, all at very reasonable prices. Traffic is light since it is new and not really advertised much (I've gotten no flyers and seen no print ads) which means you can have the place to yourself and not feel crowded.

Surfside
2444 Wisconsin Ave. NW
David Scribner (Dahlia's, Jetties) plans to open Surfside, a casual restaurant in the vacant space formerly Apollo Market. See the full story from January 21. Construction is well under way. No target opening date firm yet.

BreadSoda
2233 Wisconsin Ave. NW (former My Bakery & Cafe location)
BreadSoda will open very soon. See January 21 story for more details. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, wine, 14 beers on tap, and pool tables.

Originally posted 5/2/08

JP's Strip Club Gutted by Fire

2009-08-01T09:17:00.000-07:00

JP's, a long controversial strip club in Glover Park, was gutted by fire early this morning. The 2-alarm blaze attracted over 100 firefighters and resulted in extensive damage to the establishment as well as some damage to each of the adjacent businesses. JP's has recently been the target once again of neighbors' concerns over having such an establishment in their neighborhood. The recent re-application for renewal of their liquor license and the flaming gasoline attack on an employee of Good Guys - a strip club across the street - have re-energized the complaints and efforts by some residents of Glover Park to compel the Advisory Neighborhood Commission try to oust them from the neighborhood. The ANC subsequently backed approval of their liquor license renewal last month.

Wisconsin Avenue, a major commuter artery into downtown DC, was shut down for most of the morning rushhour, creating chaos on the side streets through the neighborhoods and snarling traffic for miles. Allegedly, a natural gas pipe inside the building broke and caught fire.

Originally posted 1/22/08

Bourbon Owner to Replace My Bakery & Cafe

2009-08-01T09:16:00.000-07:00

Bill Thomas, the owner of Bourbon restaurant (2348 Wisconsin Ave), is planning to open a new restaurant in space currently occupied by My Bakery & Cafe at 2233 Wisconsin Ave. My Bakery has struggled to attract an evening/dinner crowd in the basement of the office building at the south end of the neighborhood, somewhat away from the foot traffic and not visible from the street level. The meals are great, the baked goods are wonderful, but it seems that the volume of business cannot support such a high-rent area.

Bill Thomas believes he can make a deli succeed in that location. He plans to have a beer/wine license, serve a good beer selection on tap, and set up a billiards area in the large space. Another key to succeeding in this location in to set up an inviting outdoor space that catches the eye of pedestrians. My Bakery efforts fell short of such an attractive outdoor area. Mr. Thomas - like any good businessman/restauranteur considering the neighborhood - would like to expand the liquor license to allow service until 1am or 2am. Many restaurants rely on late night liquor sales to support the business. Finally, Glover Park does have a great market for the lunch crowd during weekdays with all the office space surrounding that location. Targeting this market will also be a key to success.

Originally posted 1/21/08

Surfside Grill

2009-08-01T09:15:00.000-07:00

The Apollo market, a deli at 2444 Wisconsin Ave. NW which closed last year, reportedly will be replaced by a new restaurant. David Scribner, the restauranteur behind Dahlia's in Spring Valley and Jettie's in Foxhall, plans to open Surfside in Glover Park. It is expected to be a casual and quick spot to eat, but more upscale compared to a deli, with seating for 50-60 in addition to a carry-out focus. Surfside is expected to apply for a beer/wine license. One more vacant property down, maybe half a dozen to go!

Originally posted 1/21/08

Kelly Ferguson

2009-08-01T09:14:00.000-07:00

Kelly Ferguson, a Glover Park neighbor and popular dog walker and pet sitter, died suddenly at home on December 23rd. She will be missed by many friends, colleagues and clients here in Glover Park. Kelly was passionate about her pets and wanted to help me get more pet pictures on the Glover Park website.

Here is the text from the Washington

Post:http://www.legacy.com/WashingtonPost/DeathNotices.asp?Page=LifeStory&PersonId=100275673

Kelly J. Ferguson
FERGUSON KELLY J. FERGUSON On December 23, 2007, Kelly J. Ferguson, beloved daughter of Robert P. Ferguson. M.D. and Diane Ferguson (nee Strickland); dear sister of Mike Ferguson and his wife Kathy; dear aunt of Charlie Ferguson. Also survived by numerous aunts and uncles. She was born in Ithaca, NY, where her father was a student. She was raised in New York City, Long Island, New York, Montego Bay, Jamaica, and Bloomfield, CT, where she was valedictorian of the Bloomfield High School Class of 1986. She was an accomplished flutist in numerous school musical groups. She attended Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island where she graduated summa cum laude in 1990. Besides her family, her two great loves were show business and animals. She interned on the television show, Late Night with David Letterman and moved to Los Angeles where she worked in production roles in movies and television. After 9 years in California, she returned to the east coast to be closer to her parents. She worked in law in Washington, DC, before moving to her true calling, working with dogs and cats and a variety of other animals. She formed her own animal care company, Creature Care. A Remembrance Service will be held at a later date. The family suggests donations in Kelly's name to an animal rescue org. Recycled Love, P.O.Box 6476 Baltimore, MD 21230 (RecyledLove.org).Published in The Washington Post on 12/27/2007.

Originally posted 12/28/07

Massage Parlor Raided

2009-08-01T09:13:00.000-07:00

A "massage parlor" long suspected of harboring a prostitution ring was raided on December 27th and multiple arrests were made. The Venus Spa was located in the basement at 2352 Wisconsin Ave. below the Shade and Shutter Shack across from Whole Foods. Strange how this "business" operated for so long without incident when many neighbors knew exactly what was really going on behind the shaded windows and security camera.

Originally posted 12/28/07

December 5th Snow

2009-08-01T09:12:00.000-07:00

Tuesday evening 12/4 the weather experts assured us that we would get no accumulation of snow in the city on Wednesday morning. Wednesday morning was a commuter's nightmare with accumulated snow and ice on the roads creating treacherous conditions. No streets in Glover Park had been salted or sanded and multiple accidents occured. Some of the most dangerous places were hilly areas, like Manor Place and 37th St. where a five car pileup began with a vehicle sliding down the hill into a parked car, then every car behind slid into the car in front, until there was no more room to slide. The street was closed for much of the day. A number of fender-benders also occured at Benton St. where it meets Tunlaw Road. This slight downslope was a sheet of ice, causing even very slow-moving cars to slide into the cars in front of them, and through the stop sign onto Tunlaw.

Snow continued to fall all day with about 4 inches of accumulation by nighttime, resulting in another disastrous morning commute on Thursday with many side streets gridlocked with sliding cars and buses spinning their wheels. Some cars could not navigate even the slightest incline due to the layer of ice on many streets. By midday Thursday, the ice melted and most streets were clear. The city then sent out it's salt trucks in Glover Park to salt clear streets, leaving the terribly corrosive salt everywhere yet apparently having no effect whatsoever, since the ice had melted hours ago.

Originally posted 12/9/07

Good Guys Controversy Heating Up

2009-08-01T09:10:00.002-07:00

The controversy over the existence of Good Guys and JP's, two strip clubs in the neighborhood, has been heating up recently.

First a little background:

Good Guys and JP's have operated in Glover Park for many years, to the dismay of many residents who do not wish to have such establishments in their neighborhood. Knowing this, the owner of Good Guys has attempted to be a good neighbor by donating money and having employees volunteer at various Glover Park events. They do contribute more than most other businesses in the neighborhood. When Mama Maria's, the Italian restaurant next door, closed for business earlier this year, Good Guys announced plans to purchase the property and expand its operations into the space. A small group of residents submitted a formal protest to the DC government, but the protest was rejected on a technicality and the efforts seemed to evaporate for a few months. Then just a few weeks ago an employee of Good Guys was viciously attacked, mutilated and almost killed by a disgruntled patron. This horrible crime sparked a renewed effort by residents to voice their opinions about ousting the strip clubs from the neighborhood.

Recent events:

Two recent events have brought this issue to a crossroads. First, the Advisory Neighborhood Commission is considering opposing the renewal of their liquor licenses which are currently up again for consideration. Liquor license control is an effective method of influencing the type of businesses and how they operate in the neighborhood, and of course, a bar would be out of business without one. Second, the previously filed protest, which was rejected, has been submitted to the DC Court of Appeals for reinstatement. The Court of Appeals might issue a decision in the next few days. Both issues have made the owner of Good Guys quite nervous about the future. Allegedly, he has approached a small group of residents who tend to be vocal and influential at the ANC3B monthly meetings and has offered a deal to them. He allegedly proposes that if these few individuals will support his application for liquor license renewal (i.e. not voice opposition at the ANC meeting) he will drop his plans to expand into the Mama Maria's space. Instead, he would propose to expand to the second floor of his establishement, thus doubling patron capacity anyway. He also allegedly has threatened that if he is opposed but gets his license anyway, he will accelerate plans to purchase the property next door and move into the Mama Maria's space. It is not certain at this point how the group of residents will respond to the proposal and threat.We are quickly approaching a crossroads in the coming days and residents' attention and response could determine the future of these establishments.

Originally posted 11/27/07

Good Guys Controversy Heating Up

2009-08-01T09:10:00.000-07:00

Glover Park Blog!

2009-08-01T09:09:00.000-07:00

Glover Park is a wonderful neighborhood in Washington, D.C. just north of Georgetown, west of Wisconsin Avenue, and cradled by the serene forested parklands of Glover-Archbold Park and Whitehaven Park. Read about the neighborhood at www.GloverParkDC.com

Originally posted 11/26/07

Vacant Properties

2009-08-01T09:08:00.000-07:00

Update on vacant properties on our commercial strip: The bank at 2440 Wisconsin has been demolished and Adams Investment Group is rebuilding a retail/office building (see rendering). 5200 s.f. is currently available for rent. Mama Maria's at 2313 Wisc. is closed and vacant. Apollo Market at 2440 Wisc. is closed and vacant. The laundromat at 2414 Wisc. remains closed and vacant. Half of the old Blockbuster location at 2332 Wisc. is still vacant, with a drycleaners planning to open soon. Studio Infinity at 2200 Wisconsin is closed and the street level space is vacant.

Originally posted 9/14/07

Mama Maria's

2009-08-01T09:07:00.000-07:00

After many years of talk about the possibility of closing Mama Maria's, a neighborhood Italian restaurant at 2313 Wisconsin, it has finally become a reality. In the past, Good Guys next door had pursued the purchase of this restaurant to expand it's strip bar into the space to add a dining area. The future for the space is uncertain.

Originally posted 8/14/07

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