Dupont Circle

11 Dupont Circle on New Hampshire Ave, NW

From a press release:

“The DC Holiday Market returns to Dupont Circle this season, bringing a curated mix of small businesses, local makers, artisan goods, festive décor, and seasonal treats to the heart of the neighborhood.

Produced by Diverse Markets Management in partnership with the Dupont Circle Business Improvement District, the market will open on a Thursday this year to kick the season off early. The market’s first day will be November 12 and run through December 23, offering six weekends of holiday shopping, strolling, and neighborhood celebration.

Set along New Hampshire Avenue NW, (more…)


Dating

3632 Georgia Avenue, NW

Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP.

Ed. Note too: This is like the 5th MC we’ve have from KURO!!

“Dear PoPville,

I was with a friend at Kuro Listening Bar on Sunday, October 4. You were solo at the bar with your hair in braids, a denim skirt, and black tights. (more…)


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Capitol Hill

326 E Capitol Street, NE

“Grubb’s Pharmacy
Washington DC’s oldest pharmacy
– Est. 1867 –
💊 Retail, Packaging, & Compounding
💉 Vaccinations
🚗 Delivery”

Yesterday when we spoke about Morgan’s Pharmacy another reader recommended Grubb’s Pharmacy on Capitol Hill.

Related query: “Does anybody know if mRNA flu shots have been rolled out in DC?”

Anyway I was checking out Grubb’s IG and thought this was pretty cool too: (more…)


Event

Sophocles’ “Oedipus Rex” meets 1993’s rom-com “Sleepless in Seattle.”

Two different actors will take the stage each night without having rehearsed or read the script. Instructions from a voice in their headphones will guide them through the piece as they assume the roles of Oedipus, Jocasta, Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks.


Downtown

1422 L Street, NW

Yo!! You cannot keep the Post Pub down!!

This spot was previously home to the Persian restaurant, Kabuli Pulao, for a hot second before “temporarily” closing. And now a liquor license has been posted for the Post Pub (good thing they didn’t paint over the side signage, see above…).

I just got off the phone with the owner of Kabuli Pulao who tells me he will be reopening the space as the Post Pub as soon as the new liquor license comes through. There will be an American menu with “great sandwiches” (and more), he tells me.

The new placard for the Post Pub says: (more…)


Navy Yard

82 I Street, SE via Orangetheory Fitness Navy Yard

The farewell note from OrangeTheory Fitness Navy Yard:

“10 years. Countless workouts. Thousands of memories. One incredible community. 🧡

We are coming to you with unfortunate news this afternoon. After a decade of sweat, laughter, celebrations, milestones, and showing up for one another, the time has come for us to close our doors for good. Through the past few years, we have been unable to gain the traction needed to make our studio in NAVY YARD financially viable. As a result, we regret to inform you that OTF NAVY YARD will be closing permanently as of OCTOBER 31ST 2026. (more…)


NoMa (Near Northeast)

55 M Street, NE

A reader reports around 6pm Monday night:

“Three shots were fired near the Avalon building. The National Guard was first on the scene and located an impacted vehicle. At this time, no injuries or arrests have been reported.”

Update from MPD:

“On Monday, October 5, 2026, at 5:25 p.m., Fifth District officers responded to the intersection of 1st Street Northeast and Pierce Street, Northeast, for the report of a shooting. Responding officers located an adult male victim suffering a graze wound from gunfire. Anyone with information is urged to call 202-727-9099 or text 50411.”