November 17, 2022
Help us make the 7th Annual Van Ness Holiday Pop-Up the best one yet! Sign up to volunteer for one of the shifts below, thank your for your support! Available shifts:
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The Van Ness Holiday Pop-Up is just around the corner! Join us Saturday, December 10th to shop over 40 creative makers while you enjoy the Vienna Singing Princesses, Photo Time with the Ice Queen, Ice Princess, Ice Prince, and Snow Man, and a Holiday Hunt for prizes, sponsored by Go Puff! Don't forget to bring your non-perishable donations for Ward 3 Mutual Aid! RSVP for updates: https://vnmspopsup.eventbrite.com November 7, 2022
The Van Ness Holiday Pop-Up is just around the corner! Join us Saturday, December 10th to shop over 40 creative makers while you enjoy the Vienna Singing Princesses, Photo Time with the Ice Queen, Ice Princess, Ice Prince, and Snow Man, and a Holiday Hunt for prizes, sponsored by Go Puff! RSVP for updates: https://vnmspopsup.eventbrite.com November 7, 2022
The Van Ness Holiday Pop-Up is just around the corner! Join us Saturday, December 10th to shop a curated selection of over 40 local makers while you enjoy a performance by Vienna Singing Princesses! RSVP for updates: https://vnmspopsup.eventbrite.com November 7, 2022
NEW! This year we can't wait to welcome the Vienna Singing Princesses to the VNMS Holiday Pop-Up from 11 AM - 1 PM outside at 4340 Conn Ave. Don't miss an Ice Crew Meet and Greet with the Ice Queen, Ice Princess, Ice Prince and Snow Man! Learn more at viennasingingprincesses.com Follow this event for updates: https://vnmspopsup.eventbrite.com October 25, 2022
Visit these participating businesses on Sunday, October 30th between 12-3 PM for Spooktacular Halloween candy! Little Red Fox Politics and Prose Bookstore (Downstairs) Rosemary Bistro Cafe Italian Pizza Kitchen Franklin Montessori School Days Inn The UPS Store 0535 October 25, 2022
Be sure to bring a little cash this Sunday for our Spooktacular Raffle! Everyone who purchases a 3-pack of tickets for $5 will get a coupon for a free mimosa at Rosemary Bistro Cafe, and be entered to win a $100 Gift Card! Proceeds benefit Van Ness Main Street. BIG thanks to Rosemary Bistro Cafe for generously co-sponsoring this event. October 14, 2022
VOLUNTEER with us during SPOOKTACULAR on Sunday, Oct 30th!! We promise lots of spooky fun whether you have an hour or two to help out at Forest Hills Playground with crafts for the kiddos or if you're able to hand out treats at one of the locations on the Candy Map. Learn more and let us know your availability, here: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTYxOTI5 October 14th, 2022
The 7th Annual VNMS Holiday Pop-Up returns to Van Ness Main Street Saturday, December 10th, 2022 from 11 AM - 4 PM!! Apply today to be a vendor at the VNMS Holiday Pop-Up!! Be sure to get your application in before the Nov 4th deadline!! Link to Apply: https://forms.gle/NT56DopvBVka8rff7… Event details: https://vnmspopsup.eventbrite.com October 13th, 2022
Tonight, Thursday, October 13, 2022, join "AllCare" - a tenant of the University of the District of Columbia - for a public meeting with DC Health to discuss whether the new AllCare facility will be given permission to open their doors in Van Ness. With the help of the public, our goal is to prove to DC Health that AllCare will be a valued addition to our community and help them obtain a mandatory "Certificate of Need". We invite all those who would like to speak on behalf of the need for AllCare in the Van Ness community to attend the meeting. Meeting information is as follows: Date: Thursday, October 13, 2022 Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Virtual (see login information below) Join from the meeting link https://dcnet.webex.com/dcnet/j.php?MTID=m56c8e92f8f35fe2d6ca202ff1b730698<https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/hhLKClYDO1hmMgpycGaYPY?domain=dcnet.webex.com> Join by meeting number Meeting number (access code): 2301 082 1656 Meeting password: 2HMqg6FtAr3 Tap to join from a mobile device (attendees only) +1-202-860-2110,,23010821656##<tel:%2B1-202-860-2110,,*01*23010821656%23%23*01*> United States Toll (Washington D.C.) +1-650-479-3208,,23010821656##<tel:%2B1-650-479-3208,,*01*23010821656%23%23*01*> Call-in toll number (US/Canada) Join by phone +1-202-860-2110 United States Toll (Washington D.C.) 1-650-479-3208 Call-in toll number (US/Canada) Global call-in numbers<https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/QPcZCn58Z1hgWMjzINjbq9?domain=dcnet.webex.com> Join from a video system or application Dial 23010821656@dcnet.webex.com<%20sip:23010821656@dcnet.webex.com> You can also dial 173.243.2.68<https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/jfRiCo27Y1C5wxZMI6gYh-?domain=173.243.2.68> and enter your meeting number. October 7th, 2022
Save the date!! Carpe Librum DC returns to Van Ness Main Street on Saturday, October 22nd from 10 AM to 5 PM!! Shop gently used books, CDs, albums and more in support of Turning the Page, held outside at 4340 Connecticut Ave, a short walk from the UDC metro exit. October 5th, 2022
SPOOKTACULAR returns to Forest Hills Playground, Sunday, October 30th, 10 AM - 12 PM!! RSVP for our Candy Map - https://spooktacularvnms.eventbrite.com Costumes! Storytelling! Magic! Everyone's favorite kid-friendly Halloween event is returning to Forest Hills Playground this year on Sunday, October 30th from 10 AM - 12 PM. Parents and kids of all ages are invited to dress in their favorite costumes and gather at Forest Hills Playground for spooky-inspired activities followed by Trick or Treating at small businesses along Connecticut Ave in Wakefield, Forest Hills and Van Ness. Here's our current line-up of activities. Follow this event for updates and our final Trick or Treat map. This event is free. Everyone is welcome! SCHEDULE 10 AM - 12 PM:
This event is organized by Van Ness Main Street in partnership with Friends of Forest Hills Playground. We thank the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development for their support of creative events in our community. Forest Hills Playground is located at 3220 Chesapeake St NW, Washington, DC 20008. Find directions, here: https://goo.gl/maps/z4U8hbEyWCKv3fJQ7 September 19th, 2022
THANK YOU AAN 2022 SPONSORS!! The 2022 Art All Night Festival is funded by the DC Commission on Arts and Humanities and is made possible by the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development. Our VNMS host sponsors are the University of the District of Columbia, Calvert Woodley Fine Wines and Spirits, Superlative Events, Argus Events, Bread Furst, Comet Ping Pong, Buck's Fishing & Camping and Muchas Gracias. Special thanks to I'm Eddie Cano and the Italian Bar for sponsoring our AAN Social Media contest. September 19th, 2022
Our official Art All Night schedule is here! Plot your course for a fun night out THIS FRIDAY in Van Ness, Forest Hills and Wakefield. Save the schedule on your phone or pick one up at the AAN 2022 Welcome Center this Friday from 6-11 PM at 4340 Connecticut Ave. Art All Night Van Ness is free, metro accessible and everyone's invited!! More: https://vnmsaan2022.eventbrite.com September 12th, 2022
We're running the easiest ART ALL NIGHT Social Media Contest ever! Here are the rules: 1) Come out for a fabulous night at Art All Night Van Ness! 2) Post cool stuff you see to Instagram and use the hashtag #vnmsAAN (photos and/or videos). 3) Your images will be reposted (with credit) and at the end of the night, our team will pick our top 3 favorites! And now, the best part - I'm Eddie Cano and Italian Bar have generously donated 3 gift cards: $100, $50 and $25. One for each top winner, in order of votes. Winners will be contacted within 48 hrs via DM on Instagram. Be sure you're following us at @VanNessMainSt to ensure you receive our award announcement! Good luck! September 6th, 2022
ART ALL NIGHT is coming up on Friday, September 23rd, 6-11 PM!! Van Ness Main Street's Art All Night 2022 will be an evening filled with local music, dance, film, art and community all along Connecticut Ave in Van Ness, Forest Hills and Wakefield. See the full schedule of AAN Van Ness events by visiting https://vnmsaan2022.eventbrite.com. Thank you to our Art All Night sponsors: Mayor Muriel Bowser, The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development, the University of the District of Columbia, Calvert Woodley Fine Wines & Spirits, Argus Events, Superlative Events and Bread Furst. Special thanks to I'm Eddie Cano and Italian Bar for sponsoring our AAN Social Media contest! August 26th, 2022
The Art All Night, Pop-Up Art Market returns to Van Ness Main Street on Friday, September 23rd, 2022 from 6-11 PM! Free. Outdoors. Metro accessible. RSVP for event schedule, links to artisans and map: https://AANPopUp.eventbrite.com Van Ness Main Street's Art All Night 2022 will be an evening filled with local music, dance, film, art and community all along Connecticut Ave in Van Ness, Forest Hills and Wakefield. See the full schedule of AAN Van Ness events by visiting https://vnmsaan2022.eventbrite.com. Find 36+ Local Artists and Makers set up outside at 4340 Connecticut Ave - right in the middle of all of the ART ALL NIGHT action! August 23rd, 2022
Reserve your tickets for ART ALL NIGHT'S Movie Night in the Park at the UDC Amphitheater with Disney's ENCANTO, Friday, September 23rd, 8-10 PM. Free with RSVP! Reserve - https://AANEncanto.eventbrite.com August 19th, 2022
Reserve your tickets for Movie Night in the Park at the UDC Amphitheater with Disney's SOUL, Wednesday, Sept 14th! Reserve - https://vnmsSOUL.eventbrite.com August 19th, 2022
Art All Night returns to Van Ness Main Street on Friday, September 23rd, 2022, 6-11 PM! Van Ness Main Street's Art All Night 2022 will be an evening filled with local music, dance, film, art and community all along Connecticut Ave in Van Ness, Forest Hills and Wakefield. The 2022 Art All Night Festival is funded by the DC Commission on Arts and Humanities and is made possible by the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development. Our VNMS host sponsors are the University of the District of Columbia, Calvert Woodley Fine Wines and Spirits, Argus Events and Superlative Events. This year, activations will take place from Van Ness Street to Nebraska Avenue! Look forward to performances by UDC JAZZAlive Trio featuring Allyn Johnson, Levine School of Music, Opera-tizers, Mariachi America del Sol, Singing Capital Chorus, Flamenco DC, Fire Dancers, General Macarthur and the Boulevards and more. Politics and Prose will host John Gallagher's mini-comic demos for Max Meow books early in the evening and our super-popular DC Pedicab station will transport guests up and down the corridor from Park Van Ness to Politics and Prose and back. Our AAN Pop-Up Market & Gallery will host 35+ vendors and artists outside at 4340 Conn Ave, showing and selling both 2D art and functional crafts. There you'll also find an interactive mural painting for the community in the alley between the Pop-up and Gold’s Gym. Inside, you'll find a Pop-Up Art Gallery featuring the artwork of students at the Edmund Burke School. We'll end the evening with the movie Encanto at the UDC Amphitheater, and throughout the evening we will have a social media competition hosted by I’m Eddie Cano and The Italian Bar! (stay tuned for contest rules) Stay tuned for the full schedule! VOLUNTEER // Interested in being an ART ALL NIGHT volunteer? We're looking for volunteers to help us make ART ALL NIGHT 2022 a big success! Please fill out this form: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTU0Nzk2 SPONSORSHIP // Learn more about being an ART ALL NIGHT sponsor by emailing info@vannessmainstreet.org July 18, 2022
THIS SATURDAY! Don't miss Carpe Librum DC in Van Ness!! Shop gently used books, CDs, record albums and more in support of Turning the Page this Saturday, July 23rd, held outside at 4340 Connecticut Ave from 10am - 5pm. Learn more about this organization at https://turningthepage.org. June 21, 2022
THIS SATURDAY! The VNMS Summer Pop-Up is June 25th from 11 AM - 4 PM!
Van Ness Main Street presents a creative outdoor shopping experience, Saturday, June 25th, 2022 from 11 AM - 4 PM. This unique maker's market will take place outside of the VNMS storefront at 4340 Connecticut Ave, a short walk from the UDC Metro exit. The Summer Pop-Up will feature a terrific selection of local goodies from 30 of the area's most creative makers. Spruce up your summer wardrobe with jewelry and textiles or add stylish touches to your home decor with hand-thrown pottery, original art and framed prints. VNMS is especially excited to have pop-up shop veteran Ibhana Boutique return to Van Ness this Saturday! Don't miss this recent Forest Hills Connection article about Meena's return to Van Ness as well as a list of just some of the participating makers. Follow this event here for updates. Raindate: Sunday, June 26th. 
May 31, 2022
Thank you @dcist for including Movie Night in the Park at the UDC Amphitheater along with Uptown Market's Movie Night Picnic Basket as one of the top '14 Virtual And IRL Things To Do Around D.C. This Week'! "Headed to movie night in the park at the UDC Amphitheater in the Woods? This week’s offering is Ghostbusters at 8:30 p.m. If you’re goin with friends, you can also pick up a picnic basket stacked with salami, serrano ham, brie cheese, potato chips, crackers, cookies, a baguette, and wine from Uptown Market — it’s enough to feed four people. (Movie at UDC; 8:30 p.m. FREE; picnic basket, Uptown Market; $109.99)" Tickets to Ghostbusters are sold out. Tickets for next week's SOUL are still available. https://dcist.com/story/22/06/13/weekly-events-6-13-2022/ May 31, 2022
Van Ness Main Street presents a creative outdoor shopping experience, Saturday, June 25th, 2022 from 11 AM - 4 PM. Held outside of the VNMS storefront at 4340 Connecticut Ave in Van Ness, a short walk from the UDC Metro exit. Come shop a terrific selection of local goodies from 30+ of the area's most creative makers. Spruce up your summer wardrobe with jewelry and textiles or add stylish touches to your home decor with hand-thrown pottery, original art and framed prints. Stay tuned for the list of participating vendors. *Featured artist in VNMS Summer Pop-Up promotions is All Very Goods. Learn more at https://allverygoods.com Follow us on Ig, Twitter and FB so you don't miss important updates at @VanNessMainSt. May 31, 2022
SAVE THE DATES! Carpe Librum DC is coming to Van Ness 3 times this summer! Shop gently used books in support of Turning the Page on June 18, July 23, and August 20. Held outside at 4340 Connecticut Ave from 10am - 5pm. Learn more about this organization at https://turningthepage.org. May 6, 2022
VAN NESS IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS!! AN INVITATION FOR COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE CONVERSATION AND COLLABORATION
Van Ness Main Street (VNMS) extends from Van Ness Street, NW north to Nebraska Avenue, NW on both sides of the busy Connecticut Avenue, NW corridor. The VNMS Open for Business Project welcomes renovation and development in support of enriched commercial density and business diversity. We invite you to meet with us to discuss this exciting initiative. Why Van Ness Main Street? 1. Van Ness, Forest Hills and Chevy Chase, DC are thriving residential neighborhoods with a wide range of housing options for people of all ages and incomes. Van Ness Main Street neighbors appreciate retail development that supports daily life activities as well as community, cultural and recreational engagement. 2. Van Ness is the “node of Northwest”—the middle cluster of the five retail real estate clusters that punctuate Connecticut Avenue west of Rock Creek Park. Van Ness offers large buildings, both residential and commercial, abundant tenant square footage, and zoning flexibility to encourage optimum building development. 3. Residents of Van Ness Main Street neighborhoods appreciate its special combination of suburban, urban and parkland amenities. 4. Van Ness Main Street is unique in its confluence of cultural and educational institutions: The University of the District of Columbia and Law School; American University’s WAMU radio broadcasting hub; Howard University Law School; The Levine School of Music; The Whittle School; Edmund Burke School; The Sheridan School and embassies from 22 countries. Destination retailers and restaurants include: Politics and Prose; Bread Furst Bakery; Uptown Market; Sfoglina; Muchas Gracias; Comet Ping Pong and I’m Eddie Cano. 5. Van Ness Main Street businesses are resilient. During the pandemic, five businesses closed and another five opened. Four businesses are slated to open in 2022 and 2023. 6. VNMS NEIGHBORHOOD STATISTICS:* 
Van Ness is truly Open for Business. Please contact: info@vannessmainstreet.org to discuss your future in Van Ness, Forest Hills, and Wakefield. May 2, 2022
AROUND THE WORLD EMBASSY TOURS RETURNS TO VAN NESS! Saturday, May 7th. This Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., the Around the World Embassy Tour from Cultural Tourism DC returns live and in-person this year. Participating embassies include three in the International Chancery Center: Egypt: 3521 International Court Ethiopia: 3506 International Drive Pakistan: 3517 International Court And three embassies are hosting events at the UDC Student Center (4200 Connecticut): The Gambia, Libya and Uganda. An information booth at the student center will be selling event passports that you can get stamped at each embassy you visit. Visiting is free, though there might be a charge for any food and drink on offer. And be prepared to wear a mask and present photo ID. -- via Forest Hills Connection Read the full article: https://www.foresthillsconnection.com/.../on-may-6-and-7.../ Learn more about Around the World Embassy Tour: https://www.culturaltourismdc.org/portal/signature-events... April 28, 2022
Van Ness Main Street Presents a Unique Outdoor Shopping Experience, Saturday, May 7th, 2022 from 11 AM - 4 PM. Come shop from a terrific selection of local goodies from 40 of the area's most creative makers. Spruce up your spring wardrobe with jewelry and textiles or add stylish touches to your home decor with hand-thrown pottery, original art and framed prints. And - this is the perfect opportunity to grab a gift for your favorite mom! Mother's Day is Sunday, May 8th and we all know mom loves local. In the event of rain, the pop-up will take place the following week on Saturday, May 14th. Please follow this event for updates. Complete your visit with a trip to the newly reopened UDC Farmers Market followed by Happy Hour on the patio at Uptown Market from 4-6 PM. Enjoy HH pricing on oysters, wings, frozen sangria and much more - just across the street. Follow us on Ig, Twitter and FB so you don't miss important updates at @VanNessMainSt. This event is held outside of the VNMS storefront at 4340 Connecticut Ave in Van Ness, a short walk from the UDC Metro exit. Participating makers: Indiblossom by Anuradha Mehra TrishtanFoods Handmade Artologica Silverglow Studio JenHud Studios Macrame by Reena Nurture Designs Fast Snail Creative Greetings & Design Naked Decor Colorful DC District Harvests Wild Places Prints Sheree Brand Art Co Soaring Kite Books Color Without Borders Lita+Ro Candles Black Vinegar Collection Flip Flop Caravan BeauBow Pink House Pottery Relume Down2Earth Pottery, LLC Beasties and Besties Nairobi's Candle Co. So Many Flowers Bella's Vela & Aromas Rose Glow Tea Room. LLC Pencil Roots Lola Earnestine BevKingwood Collections by April Artesana LLC Blue Moon Aquarius Vanessa Bauza Art Fahrenheit99 & Co. Kai’s Kuties Bekoherent *We are no longer accepting applications for this event. April 28, 2022
Join us outside at the UDC Amphitheater for the VNMS 2022 Annual Meeting. This meeting is open to the public, all are welcome! Come learn this year's Spirit of Van Ness award winner, see the unveiling of our 2021 Annual Report, hear about the success of last year's events and the exciting things we have planned for 2022! About the venue: Nestled in a hillside, the UDC Amphitheater is located in the woods off Yuma Street behind the UDC tennis courts. It is accessible via walking paths from either Yuma Street or Windom Place. *If it happens to rain, we will hold the meeting inside the office of Van Ness Main Street, 4340 Connecticut Ave. Updates and more: https://fb.me/e/6qu3zXEQW April 26, 2022
TONIGHT Join @ANC3F, Tue, 4/26, 7-9 PM via Zoom for Crime Prevention Training. #VanNess #NorthClevelandPark #Wakefield #ForestHills -Meeting Link: https://bit.ly/anc3fmeet -RSVP: NolanTutor@yahoo.com (Citywide Crime Prevention Trainer) -Stay Informed: http://anc3f.com April 25, 2022
Tonight - Join us for a Community Meeting on Public Safety with ANC 3F Commissioners, Commander Bedlion, DC department agencies, and community leaders. Monday, April 25, 6:30 pm. Held outside on the corner of Veazey Terrace and Connecticut Ave (west side) in #VanNess March 29, 2022
Spring NOW: Community Planting around Van Ness Every Saturday and Sunday, March 26 - April 17, 2022 UPCOMING PLANTING LOCATIONS, all take place 1-4 PM except Sunday, 4/3: Sat, April 2nd - Gold's Gym and Viet Chopsticks in Van Ness, 1-4 PM Sun, April 3rd - Acacia Food & Wine in Van Ness - different time: 10 AM - 12 PM Sat, April 9th - the Rosemary Bistro and I’m Eddie Cano Streatery in Wakefield, 1-4 PM Sun, April 10th - Shemali's to Thai Pad in Van Ness, 1-4 PM Sat: April 16 — Politics and Prose and Muchas Gracias in Forest Hills, 1-4 PM Sunday, April 17 (Easter) — Laliguras Indian and Nepali Bistro in Van Ness, 1-4 PM Help us bring some color to the corridor and the small businesses along Connecticut Ave between Van Ness Street and Nebraska Ave, every Saturday and Sunday from 1-4 PM, March 26 - April 17th! Friends and neighbors of all ages are invited to join master gardener Kathy Sykes in planting seeds and flowers in the tree boxes up and down Connecticut Avenue to add to the growing perennial gardens and pollinator corridors we started in 2019! SIGN UP: Please contact Kathy directly with your available dates and times along with your cell phone number in case of cancellation due to weather. Please include 'Bulb Planting' in the message line and send an email to SykesKathy@yahoo.com. Kathy will add rain dates as needed. Recommend: Dress in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. Feel free to bring gloves and your favorite gardening tools. All other supplies will be provided. This volunteer activity is perfect for all ages. Feb 22nd, 2022
SPRING POP-UP SHOPPING MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND Van Ness Main Street presents a unique outdoor shopping experience, Saturday, May 7th, 2022 from 11 AM - 4 PM. The first annual VNMS Spring Pop-up will be held outside of the VNMS storefront at 4340 Connecticut Ave. Come shop a terrific selection of local goodies from over 30 of the area's most creative makers. Spruce up your spring wardrobe with jewelry and textiles or add stylish touches to your home decor with hand-thrown pottery, original art, and framed prints. And - this is the perfect opportunity to grab a gift for your favorite mom! Mother's Day is Sunday, May 8th and we all know mom loves local. VENDOR APPLICATIONS are now LIVE! Apply today, here. Follow the event for updates, here. Feb 10th, 2022
Back by popular demand! Van Ness Main Street and the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) are joining forces once again this summer to bring back one of the hottest local events of 2021 -- Movie Night in the Park at the UDC Amphitheater! (Follow this event, here) Stay tuned for movie titles and specific times for each film. The park will be open one hour before showtime to select your seats and enjoy food and drinks before (or during!) the show. Tickets will be available via Eventbrite in early May. Seating is limited and will be based on capacity limits provided by UDC. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to learn about ticket availability: www.vannessmainstreet.org/contact.html Outside food and drink, including alcoholic beverages, are permitted. You're welcome to bring a seat cushion or picnic blanket. *The September 23rd film will be a part of our annual Art All Night celebration, complete with a performance prior to showtime. Stay tuned for details! ABOUT THE VENUE: Nestled in a hillside, the UDC Amphitheater is located in the woods off Yuma Street behind the UDC tennis courts. It is accessible via walking paths from either Yuma Street or Windom Place. We'll have signage placed along the way as well as volunteers directing movie-goers. The venue contains rows of wooden seating with some areas of grass. Portions of the front row/area will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis for those using a wheelchair and for those physically unable to access the upper rows. WEATHER POLICY. In case of inclement weather, the film will be canceled. We will do our best to notify attendees by email in case of cancellation (those who sign up via Eventbrite). Check our Facebook page and Twitter for updates: @VanNessMainSt SPONSORSHIP. We'll be running a sponsor reel before the movie and we'd love to help promote your local business. Sponsors will also be mentioned in our newsletter and in social media ads promoting the films. Email info@vannessmainstreet.org for details Feb 9th, 2022
Valentine's Day is this Monday, February 14th! LOCAL LOVE IS IN THE AIR! Whether you're indulging in some much-needed self-care, heading out for an intimate dinner for two, or celebrating at home, our local businesses have everything you need to make your Valentine's Day special. Check out today's newsletter for a bevvy of local inspo https://conta.cc/3gx0zz0 Feb 9th, 2022
JAZZAlive & DC Jazz Festival welcome Orrin Evans to the University of the District of Columbia as part of his DCJF Artist In Residency. Allyn Johnson & Orrin Evans: Meet the Artist on the BandstandAllyn Johnson invites pianist, composer, bandleader, and DC Jazz Festival's Artist-in-Residence Orrin Evans for an evening of conversation & duo-piano performance, presented by DC Jazz Festival and JAZZAlive. Thursday, March 17th @ 7:00pm EST, Doors: 6:00pm FREE & Open to the Public, Registration is Limited via Eventbrite. *Join us in–person at UDC or watch online via livestream. UDC Theatre of the Arts–46E, 4200 Connecticut Avenue NW Info: (202) 274-5803 • jazzalive@udc.edu Jan 28th, 2022
Read today's update from Van Ness Main Street and find a link to yesterday's press conference held outside of Days Inn featuring Mayor Bowser, Chief Contee, Commander Bedlion, CM Mary Cheh and ANC 3F. Sign up at the top of the page to receive future notices, here: https://conta.cc/3ugbwgi Jan 24th, 2022
BOOKS + BLOSSOMS ARE POPPING UP! Saturday, April 9th, 2022 from 10 AM to 5 PM (crafting is from 12-3 PM) In honor of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, we celebrate the season with books, crafts and blossom-inspired small business specials. TURNING THE PAGE // CARPE LIBRUM BOOK SALE. Come shop from over 8,000 lightly used books, CDs, DVDs and record albums - all under $6! They'll have something for everyone - including a kids section! Carpe Librum will be set up outside of the Van Ness Main Street office at 4340 Connecticut Avenue in Van Ness from 10 AM - 5 PM. 100% of all sales benefit Turning the Page. In advance of this event, Turning the Page will pick up donations of used books, CDs, DVDs and vinyl records from the neighborhood on Tuesday, April 5th. Interested donors should send an e-mail to books@turningthepage.org. They'll arrange to pick up donations curbside or in an apartment lobby. *If you're interested in volunteering to help with set-up before the sale, to help sell books to customers or to help break down the sale, please send an email to books@turningthepage.org. Turning the Page engages D.C. public school parents to be more active and effective participants in their children’s education. Learn more about Turning the Page: http://turningthepage.org CHERRY BLOSSOM CRAFTING. Great for kids and adults! We'll have a DIY cherry blossom craft station set up outside next to the Carpe Librum book sale. Free. 12-3 PM. BLOSSOM-INSPIRED SMALL BIZ SPECIALS. Stay tuned for info on small biz food and drink specials to enjoy while you're visiting Van Ness, Forest Hills and Wakefield! This event is held in conjunction with DC's National Cherry Blossom Festival. The VNMS event space is located at 4340 Connecticut Avenue, NW, a short walk from the red line metro station. Ample street parking is available. While you're visiting Van Ness, be sure to visit one of our award-winning restaurants or local hidden gems. This event will be held rain or shine. Dec 15th, 2022
The new VNMS banners, designed by our resident artist-designer, Wendy Bogart speak to our vibrant community surrounded by our treasured Soapstone Trail and Rock Creek Park. Dear Friends of the Van Ness Main Street Community, On behalf of our Van Ness Main Street (VNMS) Board, I wish you and yours a peaceful and joyful end to 2021 and a healthy 2022. We have been through unprecedented times that have presented new challenges to us all. However, these times have also brought out the best in us, our businesses, our institutions, and our residents throughout Van Ness, Forest Hills, and Wakefield. VNMS has worked diligently and passionately led by our Executive Director, Gloria Garcia, to help our businesses thrive, create community through new events such as Movie Night in the Park, Art All Night and beloved events such as our Holiday Pop Up Market, integrate our institutional partners into this programming, improve safety in the corridor working with MPD and the Department of Behavioral Health, and strengthen our sustainability and aesthetic with our plantings up and down the avenue. And we welcomed four new businesses during our pandemic lockdown last year, opened another this year, and have three more slated to open. VNMS is now thriving not just surviving and as we enter 2022, please consider getting involved in our programming either through our committees or volunteering! Today, I am thrilled to unveil our VNMS branded street light banners that will be installed next month to start off 2022 with a flourish. Designed by our resident artist-designer, Wendy Bogart, carefully curated by our Design Committee, approved by the board and made possible by our generous ANC grant last year, these beautiful banners will be our brand statement markers as people walk and drive through our corridor. We hope you fall in love with the modern design in our VNMS brand colors that speaks to our vibrant community surrounded by our treasured Soapstone Trail and Rock Creek Park. We have accomplished all of our programming thanks to you, our generous donors. In fiscal 2021, we raised more than $70,000 to fund our critical mission. As we close out 2021, I ask that you consider an end-of-year donation to VNMS. You can easily donate here and to further help us carry out our programming, please consider a monthly or annual recurring donation. Thank you for making our community one of the best in DC! Warmly, Barbara Lardy President Van Ness Main Street Serving Van Ness, Forest Hills, and Wakefield Dec 9th
Great news! The Singing Capital Chorus will join us Sunday, December 12th from 3-4 PM for Caroling on Connecticut outside of the VNMS 6th Annual Holiday Pop-Up! https://fb.me/e/2Cz2bL67e Dec 8th
UPDATE: Due to Saturday's updated forecast that now calls for high winds and thunderstorms, the VNMS Holiday Pop-Up will take place the next day, Sunday, December 12th. Same time, same location. SEE YOU SUNDAY!! Everyone's favorite pop-up shopping event is back for its sixth year, taking place Sunday, December 12th from 11 AM - 5 PM in 2 locations: 4340 Connecticut Ave in Van Ness and at the Rosemary Bistro Cafe/I'm Eddie Cano Streatery at 5010 Connecticut Ave. And, we've added a special holiday gift pop-up at Politics and Prose from 11 AM - 4 PM! Don't miss the Singing Capital Chorus this Sunday for Caroling on Connecticut from 3-4 PM - great for the whole family! THERE ARE TWO POP-UP LOCATIONS! 4340 CONNECTICUT AVE: All Very Goods - Apparel, accessories and stationery. Shop bags, bandanas, greeting cards (including holiday cards), prints, and enamel pins. Artologica - Science-inspired original artwork and fashion accessories. Colorful DC - Wheel-thrown pottery, including mugs, vases, plates, planters, and tie-dyed accessories including tote bags, scrunchies, dish towels, and bandanas. Color Without Borders - Mosaic and fused glass home decor items, Christmas ornaments, flower pots, plates, picture frames, magnet sets and kids’ magnet playsets. Many items are designed with the DC flag. DC IS MY CITY - Prints and Postcards from Washington DC + Stickers, stamps, magnets. District Harvests - Locally grown botanical art, goods and holiday decor. Flip Flop Caravan - Original photography of DC in the form of greeting cards, fine art prints, and ready-to-hang artwork showcased in hand-refurbished wooden frames. Each piece is part of an effort to extend the lifecycle of objects and keep them out of landfills. Kultura Kollective - A creative husband and wife duo with a trio of businesses: BeMoShe, Plant The Culture and Mosart Artwear. Each entity focuses on empowering people of color through various art mediums such as canvas, art on denim jackets, clothing, jewelry and wooden art that can be displayed on walls or plants. Lita+Ro Candles - We hand-pour soy candles with original, custom fragrances. Each scent is named for a real person, place or moment to help people connect to what means the most to them. Macrame by Reena - Handmade macramé items including plant hangers, keychains, coasters, earrings, and ornaments. MarzDM Studio - Geometric stained glass suncatchers, one-of-a-kind upcycled vases (from wine bottles), light affirmations, and self-watering planters made from upcycled bottles. Naked Decor - Home goods such as tea towels, oven mitts, coasters, ornaments and more. Nurture Designs - Copper, sterling silver and brass jewelry. Pink House Pottery - Handmade pottery, including lidded jars, candles, planters, ornaments, match strikers, and more. Pissenlit - Clothing, kids earmuffs, mittens and 3D animal print socks. Sheree Brand Paper Co. - I’m a visual artist who sells prints, cards, stickers, totes, and ornaments featuring my work. My artwork places emphasis on women of color, friendship, and women at rest. Silverglow Studio - Non-toxic room sprays for home, car, bedding, soft furnishings (made with only highest standard fragrance oils) and candles made from vegan, natural soy wax. Find floral bath soaks made with Epson, Himalayan salts, therapeutic grade essential oils and dried flowers. Soaring Kite Books - A Black-owned children’s book publisher based in DC. Shop for books and pick up free coloring pages for the kids. Sungh - Handcrafted artisanal items for babies and kids. To Bead Or Not To Be - Beaded jewelry, hair ornaments, and accessories for the home. TrishtanFoods Handmade - Handcrafted table linens, tablecloths, runners, and napkins. sewn by enterprising women in Uttarakhand, India. Viera Naturals - Handcrafted bath, body and candles. Wild Places Prints - Maps of DC neighborhoods, parks, nature and science – the vast majority with a strong DC focus. 5010 CONNECTICUT AVE: Brenda Made - Soaps, body butter and other personal care products made with natural ingredients. A portion of the sales support access to mental health care. Cafe Medrano - Single-origin and fair trade organic coffee from the Medrano family network of coffee growers in Honduras. Lavender Rose Boutiques - Beautifully handpicked apparel and accessories, children’s clothing, and soaps and candles. Lords of Lulu - Beard grooming products, fragrances, and other items for personal care and self care. RelumeCo - Soy candles and apparel made with “pre-loved” and upcycled materials. This event is accessible by the UDC Van Ness Metro (red line). Follow us on social media for updates: @VanNessMainSt Nov 30thCheck out our updated list of participating vendors for the 6th annual VNMS Holiday Pop-up!
Nov 18th
Levine Music and VNMS are proud to present the Carly Harvey Blues Band at Uptown Market, Saturday, Nov 20th from 5-7 PM. This event will be held inside, table reservations are suggested by calling (202) 363-2200. Nov 14th
Shop LITA + RO’s 2021 collection of handcrafted, 100% soy candles at the 6th Annual VNMS Holiday Pop-Up! Learn more about this terrific local biz at www.lita-ro.com. See you on December 11th! Follow the event for updates: http://vnmsholidaypopup.eventbrite.com Nov 10th
Carpe Librum DC returns to Van Ness Main Street this Saturday, November 13th! Find terrific deals on books, CDs, albums and more - all under $6. Book donations will be accepted. https://fb.me/e/1x6RhTnWz 4340 Connecticut Ave, NW Nov 9th
As part of our continuing live music series, Levine Music and VNMS are proud to present the Josh Walker Jazz Quartet at Rosemary Bistro Cafe this Saturday, Nov 13th from 6-8 PM. This event will be held inside, table reservations are suggested by calling 202-506-5961. (5010 Connecticut Ave, Proof of vaccination is required.) Learn more about the award-winning performer Josh Walker, here: www.joshuawalker.net Nov 4th
Pill Plus Pharmacy is accepting new customers! If you're looking for a local pharmacy that provides personal, caring, and knowledgeable experience, make the switch to Pill Plus Pharmacy. Family-owned and operated, Dr. Raymonda Kondos has over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical field. Here's some of what Pill Plus offers our community:
Pill Plus Pharmacy opened last spring at 4215 Connecticut Ave, NW. Their hours are Monday - Friday, 9 am - 6 pm. Give Raymonda a call at 202-244-7979 or send an email to pillpluspharmacy@gmail.com.
Van Ness Main Street welcomes Shemali's Market to the neighborhood, a favorite gourmet destination for local foodies from all over the DMV! Stop in for Lebanese, Greek and Turkish groceries, fresh deli items, homemade soup, sweets, cheese, olives, hummus and so much more! We stocked up on lentils, beans, spices and zaatar bread to create hearty meals on these chilly days. Find Shemali’s in the old Diplomat Cleaners location at 4483 Connecticut Ave, NW. More info and updates are coming soon!
Levine Music and Van Ness Main Street are partnering to bring three free, live, local performances to the VNMS corridor this November! Join Project Locrea for a live performance at Uptown Market from 5-7 pm on Friday, November 5th. Uptown will have $5 draft beer, sangria and shaken margaritas from 4 pm until closing. They'll also be hosting a wine raffle, giving away bottles of wine to 12 lucky attendees. Stay tuned for information on upcoming performances on Saturday, Nov 13th and on Nov 20th. Contact Uptown Market directly to reserve your table. This event is brought to you by Levine Music and VNMS. Uptown Market Reservations: uptownmarketdc.com Learn more about Project Locrea: projectlocrea.com
Levine Music and Van Ness Main Street are partnering to bring three free, live, local performances to the VNMS corridor this November! Join Project Locrea for a live performance at Uptown Market from 5-7 pm on Friday, November 5th. Uptown will have $5 draft beer, sangria and shaken margaritas from 4 pm until closing. They'll also be hosting a wine raffle, giving away bottles of wine to 12 lucky attendees. Contact Uptown Market directly to reserve your table. This event is brought to you by Levine Music and VNMS. Uptown Market Reservations: uptownmarketdc.com Learn more about Project Locrea: projectlocrea.com Stay tuned for information on next week's performance on Saturday, Nov 13th!
Local makers, crafters and artists - applications are now open for the 6th Annual Van Ness Main Street Holiday Pop-Up on Saturday, December 11th from 11am-5pm. This event takes place outside in Van Ness, Forest Hills and Wakefield. The application deadline is November 5th - apply today!! https://forms.gle/zX3UEYiaDewbjorQ8
Check out our ART ALL NIGHT schedule! You can pick one up in person tomorrow (Fri, 9/24) from 5-11pm at the AAN 2021 Welcome Center (4340 Connecticut Ave) + shop from 20 local artisans at the Pop-Up Gallery!
Then, continue your Art All Night adventure along Connecticut Ave where you'll find outdoor music, art, dance, film and fun - all evening, all free! You can even take a pedicab from Van Ness to Forest Hills/Wakefield. Learn more: vnmsaan2021.eventbrite.com 
Thank you to the sponsors of ART ALL NIGHT Van Ness, happening THIS Friday, Sept 24th, 5-11 PM!!
We're excited to partner with DC Pedicab to help transport ART ALL NIGHT attendees between performances along Connecticut Ave in Van Ness and Wakefield/Forest Hills. We can't wait to see you on Friday, September 24th, 5-11pm for an exciting night full of art, music, dance and film! Free!
Register: https://vnmsaan2021.eventbrite.com 
If you're holding tickets to tomorrow night's sold-out performance of Black Panther at the UDC Amphitheater, please note there is a NEW TIME -- showtime is now at 8:30pm (instead of 9pm). The park will open at 7:30pm to gather and enjoy a picnic from one of our local businesses. See you tomorrow!
If you're holding tickets to tomorrow night's sold-out performance of Black Panther at the UDC Amphitheater, please note there is a NEW TIME -- showtime is now at 8:30pm (instead of 9pm). The park will open at 7:30pm to gather and enjoy a picnic from one of our local businesses. See you tomorrow!
Van Ness Main Street's 2021 Art All Night takes place on Friday, September 24th! It will be an evening filled with music, performance and art along Connecticut Ave in Van Ness, Forest Hills and Wakefield. To help make this event a big success, we are looking for sponsors to support that evening’s events. Interested sponsors may email Executive Director Gloria Garcia at gloria@VanNessMainStreet.org. $5000 Host Host recognition with logo in all event materials: emails, flyers, webpage, and Forest Hills Connection, radio and TV spots Opportunity to host one of the evening’s activations Opportunity for branded swag giveaways to all attendees Mentions by each performer before live performance as appropriate Logo recognition before finale move that evening at the UDC amphitheater Year-Round logo and hyperlink recognition on the our VNMS Donor Circle on our website $2500 Benefactor Recognition with logo in all event materials: emails, flyers, webpage, and Forest Hills Connection Opportunity for branded swag giveaways to all attendees Logo recognition before finale movie that evening at the UDC amphitheater Year-Round logo recognition on the our VNMS Donor Circle on our website $1000 Supporter Recognition with listing in all event materials: emails, flyers, webpage, and Forest Hills Connection Listing recognition before finale movie that evening at the UDC amphitheater Year-Round listing recognition on the our VNMS Donor Circle on our website $500 Friend Recognition with listing all event materials: emails, flyers, webpage, and Forest Hills Connection Listing recognition before finale movie that evening at the UDC amphitheater In-Kind Donations Art All Night can be made even more special with non-monetary contributions that transform the experience for all and create brand equity for contributing partners. All are welcome to provide any in-kind donations to enhance the Art All Night experience for our guests that special evening
We're looking for local artists and artisans to show and sell their work during Van Ness Main Street's ART ALL NIGHT event on Friday, September 24th. Send an email of interest with information on what you create to info@VanNessMainStreet.org. Feel free to share! #VNMSAAN2021
Tickets now available! Van Ness Main Street celebrates Art All Night 2021 Friday, September 24th with music, art and performances popping up all around Wakefield, Forest Hills and Van Ness! As part of our AAN 2021 celebration, we'll gather in the UDC Amphitheater for live music and a flamenco dance performance on stage prior to the film. RSVP if you plan to stay for the showing of Coco: https://aan2021coco.eventbrite.com. Stay tuned for the full schedule of events and performances. The 2021 Art All Night Festival is funded by the DC Commission on Arts and Humanities and is made possible by the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development.
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