Rant/Revel

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Jason Gooljar

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in D.C.

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Crime

Shooting in Tenleytown

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“Alert: Shooting investigation in the 4500 block of Wisconsin Avenue, NW.

One male victim has been transported to an area hospital.

Have info? Call 202-727-9099 or text 50411.”

Updates as more is learned/released.

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Columbia Heights

Not Just Fountains Flowing, Checking in on Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park – Upper Fields edition

By Prince Of Petworth

ICYMI: Glorious photos and video of the cascading fountain flowing this morning at Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park.

Thanks to Greg for sending the latest:

“They are laying the sod on the two upper fields at Meridian Hill Park this morning. Things are looking good.”

Thanks to Katie for sending a shot too: (more…)

Event

Yolks on You! Burlesque and Variety Brunch

DC Comedy Loft

1523 22nd St NW

Washington, District of Columbia 20037

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Join veteran Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey clown Jim Dandy and award-winning burlesque performer Delilah Dentata for Yolks on You, a brunch-time romp that celebrates the funniest, strangest, and most delightful variety performers they can find.

Over the years, we’ve welcomed burlesque, clown, live music, flow arts, drag, mime, pole, puppets, and a few things we still don’t quite know how to describe … and we’re doing it all again in May!

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Council

“Council Gives Initial Approval for Councilmember Allen’s Bill Banning Large Buildings from Charging Predatory ‘Common Area Utility’ Fees”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the office of DC Councilmember Charles Allen, Ward 6:

“The DC Council voted unanimously to initially approve Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen’s Fair Housing Practices Amendment Act of 2026, which bans property owners and managers of multifamily buildings from separately charging tenants additional monthly fees for the utility costs associated with the building’s common areas and vacant units. In recent years, these fees have varied greatly from month to month and been more frequently used to tack on hundreds of dollars in additional costs beyond the rent amount in a lease agreement. (more…)

Adams Morgan

“Now Open: Perry’s Rooftop Bar”

By Prince Of Petworth


1811 Columbia Road, NW photo by Scott Suchman

From an email:

“Perry’s, the 30+ year-old Japanese comfort food and sushi restaurant located in Adam’s Morgan, has officially opened its scenic rooftop bar for the season. Now through the end of summer, guests can enjoy happy hour specials on the rooftop’s bar Sunday through Thursday from 5pm to 7pm, and Fridays and Saturdays from 4pm to 7pm. The rooftop will offer dinner service in the coming weeks, weather permitting. (more…)

Announcement

Pamper Yourself at Luxie Spa in Capitol Hill

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Luxie Spa has become one of D.C.’s most talked-about destinations for those who want more than a routine beauty appointment. Combining high-end technique with a personalized touch — creates an experience that feels both indulgent and deeply restorative.

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