1658 Columbia Road, NW
“looks like Potter’s House won’t be moving forward after all. Sad news.”
Thanks to BGK for passing on this note to us: (more…)
Thanks to John for sending this double score:
“Last Xmas tree in Town Plus a Bonus Jack-o-lantern! Seen in Petworth…..”
“After February 28, 2026, holiday trees and greenery should be placed at the normal point of collection for trash and recycling. Holiday trees and greenery will be collected as space permits in the truck.”
***Last Christmas Tree in Town (definitely not the last) is brought to you by the Friends of Mizuta Masahide Society. Should we be blessed with any, please send your AUGUST tree sightings to [email protected] and let me know where you saw it. Thanks!
920 14th Street, NW photo by DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb
From the office of the DC Attorney General:
“Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced that Park Place Inc., which owns and operates the restaurant, nightclub, and event venue The Park at 14th, will pay $243,350 to harmed workers and the District to resolve an investigation that the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has conducted into alleged violations of DC’s wage and hour laws. OAG found that the company failed to provide hundreds of workers with paid sick leave, misclassified some workers as independent contractors to avoid providing them the wages and benefits they were entitled to as employees, and illegally retaliated against certain workers who raised concerns about tips or wages by removing them from the schedule or cutting their pay rate.
“Today, we’re putting money back in the pockets of hundreds of workers who were denied the compensation and benefits they were legally entitled to,” said Attorney General Schwalb. “Wage theft and illegal worker misclassification does not only harm hard-working employees – it also interferes with honest businesses’ ability to compete on a level playing field. At a time when families across the District are struggling to make ends meet, my office will continue to fight to make sure workers receive what they’ve earned and that businesses operating in DC follow the law.”
The Park at 14th is a large restaurant, nightclub, and event venue located at 920 14th Street NW in Ward 2. An investigation by OAG uncovered evidence that it violated DC’s wage and hour laws with respect to more than 270 workers by: (more…)
This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.
This fully renovated Petworth rowhome comes with something DC buyers rarely get — a two-car carport: 5319 4th St NW
- Classic Petworth rowhouse, fully renovated
- Rare two-car carport
- Quartz-and-butcher-block chef’s kitchen
- Spa-inspired primary ensuite
- Finished lower level with fireplace
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3228 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Thanks to Ellen for sending the new Augie’s Mussel House & Beer Garden sign up at the old Talea space on Wisconsin Ave. (more…)
From Alert DC last night:
“The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) will conduct routine live-fly exercises over the National Capital Region between June 30 and July 2 from midnight to 5:30 a.m. Expect low flying aircraft, loud noises. All NORAD exercises are carefully planned and closely controlled.”
ICYMI: Unrelated and for the 250 anniversary festivities there will be a Boatload of Military Flyovers coming between June 24-July 10.
As always, PLEASE: Tell your friends, tell your neighbors. Tell ’em PoPville told you. They’re going to ask…
On Saturday, July 4, 2026, the National Archives will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the country’s founding, steps away from the original Declaration of Independence, on Constitution Avenue.
For more than 50 years, the National Archives has held its annual Fourth of July program, and this year the tradition continues with historical reenactors and a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence. Additional free family-friendly activities include a chance to meet reenactors portraying the Founding Fathers and Mothers, live musical performances, face painting, t-shirt giveaways, balloon artists, arts and crafts, and more.
355 Water Street, SE
“Dear PoPville,
Anyone know when the splash pad at Navy Yard will reopen? Summer is asking.” (more…)
Thanks to Nora, Rozi and Steve for sending:
“It looks like the lining in the Barbie Fountain is peeling off. Sad. #AlgaeBTQ+”
LOTS MORE PHOTOS: (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Unfortunately, our business has hit an unexpected pause after a devastating fire in a neighboring unit of our commercial kitchen complex. While our kitchen wasn’t directly damaged, we’re waiting on remediation before we can return to production—a process that’s already been ongoing for a month and could still take several more weeks or even months.
As a result, we’ve had to pause our farmers market and wholesale operations. Right now, our focus is our shop inside Union Market, and we’d love to help spread the word that we’re still here. (more…)
photo by Adam Fagen
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650 Howard Road, SE
From a press release:
“Redbrick LMD announced today that FlowWell Yoga + Wellness, one of Washington, D.C.’s fastest-growing yoga communities, will open a new pop-up studio called The Sanctuary at the Bridge District at 650 Howard Road SE.
Since 2022, FlowWell Yoga + Wellness has built one of the region’s fastest-growing yoga communities by bringing affordable, inclusive programming to (more…)