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The Majestic Bethesda!

Raj — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:57:48 +0000

Friends,

Just wanted to pass on the news that we are going to have a new Gastro Pub in Bethesda soon – The Majestic! It will be in the space once occupied by Gaffney’s (7141 Wisconsin Ave). Here is a little flavor of what is to come from owner Stefan Lalos:

Maybe like no place you’ve ever been… it’s Bethesda’s FIRST GastroPub! Comfortable. Friendly. Excellent food. Excellent drink. Excellent service. TV’s for news, sports and specifically Golf… booths and tables, a stage for some music a couple nights a week maybe, plus a big bar where you can come gather with your friends.

Volunteer Opportunity with Bethesda Green

Raj — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:55:24 +0000

Friends – there is a meeting at the Bethesda Green office next week for anyone interested in volunteering. Check it out or for more info . email Bethesda Green Communications Director Dave Heffernan, dvheffernan@bethesdagreen.org.

Macy’s / Bloomingdale’s closing

Raj — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:50:59 +0000

Just saw that one of the stores closing is the Bethesda/ Chevy Chase store.

Bethesda to Get a New Tea Shop!

Raj — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 15:08:21 +0000

Growing up in the UK, married to a South African and being of Indian origin it is fair to say thatI love a good cup of tea! So, it has got to count as good news that (a) Capital Teas are opening a new tea shop on Bethesda Row (b) they will be serving tea by the cup at this shop. Our friends at Patch have the full story here but this clip was particularly interesting and worth raising a glass to:

“The new location will offer 120 varieties of loose tea. Significantly, it will also sell tea by the cup year round, plus iced tea and tea smoothies in the warmer months.”

One Bethesda Center Changes Hands

Raj — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 14:58:17 +0000

Just an FYI on a purchase of some significance:

“New York investor and real estate developer Bernard Spitzer has purchased One Bethesda Center, a Class A office and retail complex at 4800 Hampden Lane in Bethesda…..”

High End Hotel Coming to Bethesda

Raj — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:18:11 +0000

I thought that this was an interesting, and encouraging, indication of the local economy here in Bethesda. The Bethesda Court Hotel is slated to become a high end Westin hotel under new plans that the county needs to sign off on. This is the money quote for me:

Stephanie Coppula, a spokeswoman for the Bethesda Urban Partnership, a nonprofit that handles landscaping, maintenance and marketing of downtown. “It seems to be exactly what’s needed,” Hartman said. “The fact that they have a signed hotel is such a good sign for the economy and such a good sign for Bethesda.” County planners are seeing more projects in Bethesda, Krasnow said. “We are definitely seeing a flurry of activity right now,” she said. “Developers see a lot of opportunity for hotel and apartments.”

The whole article is certainly worth a read!

Bill Marriot Retiring

Raj — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:06:47 +0000

A nice piece on an important industry figure in our area.

Maryland Governor at Bethesda Solar Event

Raj — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 19:08:33 +0000

Nice to see that the Gov will be in our area for this event.

Did anyone manage to check it out?

Reznick Group Completes Office Move

Tom — Tue, 31 May 2011 15:38:29 +0000

Several weeks ago we reported on Reznick Group’s relocation within Bethesda. Last week we noticed the office movers outside the building, doubtless finishing up the task. Assuming the space is now fully vacated, can we expect a new tenant soon?

New ATM Machines at Capital One Bank

Tom — Tue, 31 May 2011 15:30:36 +0000

Admittedly this installation will be complete by now, but I’ve been out of town for the last week and wanted to share these images, which I snapped before I left. Here Capital One Bank on Old Georgetown Road installs a couple of new ATM machines. This premises was previously occupied by Chevy Chase Bank.

Can anyone verify if they’re now dispensing bills?