Writers are nearly as numerous as lawyers in this neighborhood, but not too many of them have their movies optioned by award winning directors. Lou Bayard, who specializes in historical fiction, recently sold the rights to his novel “The Pale Blue Eye” about Edgar Allen Poe’s days at West Point, and “Crazy Heart” director Scott […]
We’re glad to report the folks behind the recent poll of Barracks Row neighbors, as well as a wider Capitol Hill audience, are continuing to gather information and have reopened the poll of sentiments around concerns aabout issues such as parking, restaurant and retail density, and nightlife on 8th Street. Be sure to use this […]
I have over $100 in Barnes & Noble gift cards I can’t get myself to spend. Seriously, I might blow the whole thing on the chocolates or Burt’s Bees products at the register because I am not, repeat, I am not allowed to buy books. The “one comes in one comes out” mantra serves me […]
Update: We were surprised to find that though the survey was just recently opened and the link was still live this morning, it has subsequently been closed. Door-to-door surveyors have still been spotted in the neighborhood for those living proximate to Barracks Row. We hope to have news on the results once they’re available. It […]
I heard two very good things Tuesday. Punxsutawney Phil didn’t see his shadow and La Lomita has reopened its doors. I can almost taste the first margarita of spring on their patio. After the fire in early December, the plucky neighborhood stalwart closed its door and took the opportunity to freshen up. They needed to […]