Archive for August, 2007
West Elm Info + Asylum Skate Shop Closed?
Mike wrote in to ask two questions: 1) Is Asylum Wake, Skate, and Board closed? (819 7th St NW) 2) Is West Elm really going to open this month as is stated on their website? (1020 G St NW) Asylum: We tried calling their store and got a “this number has been disconnected” message. Can any […]
Taking the Guesswork Out of Renting in Penn Quarter
When I moved to Penn Quarter two years ago, I chose the neighborhood because it was clean, close to work and seemed like a safe place to reside. In fact, the only thing about the neighborhood that frightened me was the condo prices. After resigning myself to the fact that purchasing a $300k+ condo was […]
Updated: Navy Memorial Matinee Schedule
The matinee schedule changed (mostly time changes) and we’ve noted the differences on the original post which can be found here.
PQ’s Best Kept Beauty Secret
Like most women, I supplement my designer beauty products with drugstore brands to save money. But when I moved to the Penn Quarter, I was shocked by the high prices and the poor selection available at the neighborhood drugstores. Enter the Bed, Bath and Beyond at 709 7th Street NW. While the housewares chain is better known for linens […]