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Jun 27, 2023

Never Gets Old: Perry’s Keeps It Fresh With D.C.’s Oldest Drag Brunch, New Rising Star Chef

The Adams Morgan restaurant has changed a lot to adjust with the times. But Sunday drag brunch is a longtime favorite that’ll follow Perry’s as it enters its 40th year.

May 05, 2023

Adams Morgan ANC Votes To Allow More Bars In The Neighborhood

The vote to increase the number of tavern licenses could lead to new businesses opening. The ABC Board will make the final decision on the cap.

Apr 24, 2023

Amsterdam Falafelshop In Adams Morgan To Close After 18 Years In Business

The landlord is selling the building and the Amsterdam Falafelshop founder cannot afford the asking price.

Feb 23, 2023

Despite Falling Violent Crime, Some Adams Morgan Residents Say They Feel Less Safe

A spate of burglaries and window smashing at local businesses has the community on edge. Neighbors want accountability for that and other property crimes, but don’t agree on what kind.

Dec 22, 2022

D.C. Appeals Court Revives Fight Over Proposed Condo Building On Adams Morgan Plaza

The bank that owns the small plaza at 18th Street and Columbia Road NW wants to sell it to a residential developer, but two community groups argue that it can only ever be used for public space.

Aug 09, 2022

Adams Morgan’s 18th Street Will Be Closed To Cars Several Sundays This Year

The busy Adams Morgan stretch of road will be open to pedestrians, and closed to vehicles, for three Sundays through October.

Jan 28, 2022

D.C.’s Biggest Disaster Struck 100 Years Ago At The Knickerbocker Theater

More people died in the collapse of the Knickerbocker theater than in any event in D.C. outside the Civil War.

Jan 03, 2022

New Comedy Club To Open In Former Songbyrd Location In Adams Morgan

Hotbed will offer free local standup shows, with some comedians from New York and Los Angeles stopping by, too.

Nov 08, 2021

First Look: Yerevan Brings A Taste Of Armenia To Adams Morgan

There you’ll find the Armenian version of the popular khachapuri, plenty of traditional pastries, and some seriously strong coffee.

Sep 03, 2021

With COVID Lingering, A Long-Running D.C. Jazz Jam Is Struggling To Find Its Audience

“We’re trying to keep the music alive,” one musician says.

 
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