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Capital Fringe Festival Has Begun!
The Capital Fringe Festival entered it’s 5th season yesterday with the majority of shows playing just a short walk from many of our doorsteps. The festival headquarters and box office is located at 607 New York Ave NW and features a considerable bar and beer garden next door, named Baldacchino Gypsy Tent Bar. The beer […]
Zaytinya Chef To Open New Restaurant In PQ
The Washington City Paper (via DCist) reports that the chef at Zaytinya, Mike Isabella, will be leaving on August 7th to open up his own restaurant – also in the Penn Quarter. The article states that he expects to sign the lease tomorrow! Isabella plans on offering a Venetian version of tapas. Penn Quarter continues […]
Dana Ellyn’s BANNED Exhibit At MLK Library
Penn Quarter artist, Dana Ellyn, is currently showing a solo exhibit, BANNED, at the MLK Library (901 G St NW). While the paintings were hung yesterday, the official opening reception (free & open to the public) will be on Monday June 28th from 6:30-8pm at the library. The exhibit shows through July 31st. Each of […]
Examiner Says: Penn Quarter is DC’s Place To Be
The Washington Examiner had a nice story yesterday about Penn Quarter that features quotes from some of our neighbors. Enjoy!