From AlertDC:
“On Friday, October 16, 2026, and Saturday, October 17, 2026, the Howard University will be hosting their annual Homecoming in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration: (more…)
photo by Tim Brown
From WMATA:
“Metro wants customers to know about upcoming temporary service changes on the Green, Orange, Silver, and Blue lines this December. These service changes align with planned work that’s scheduled twice a year to allow crews uninterrupted time to perform critical work to improve safety, reliability, and customer experience.
Metro apologizes for any inconvenience, and we appreciate our customers’ patience as we make these safety and reliability investments.
December 16-30: Single tracking between U St and Georgia Av-Petworth (more…)
Thanks to Katherine for sending from outside the Dupont Circle south metro “The Krispy Kreme entrance.”
This is great. Old man Dan can tell you some stories from 1997 when I would unfold a giant paper schedule and try to figure out when the next train was coming. A minute felt like an hour I tell you!!
However, back then, when you bought a paper metro card for $10 or $20 you got $1 or $2 added to your card as an extra incentive!! That was nice but that unknown wait though I’m telling you…
This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.
Fall is in full swing, which means sweater weather (in the mornings), pumpkin everything, and a very busy open house calendar with a dash of Sunday hurricane rain. With 360 open houses across the city this weekend, there is plenty to see, from Southwest condos to Northwest row homes and plenty in between. Here are a few of our favorites. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.
2351 Champlain St NW #P4 — $1,284,900 — Adams Morgan
Open Sat. 1-3PM — David Treanor
BACK ON THE MARKET: “Modern 3-level penthouse loft with monument views from private rooftop terrace in prime DC location! This bright and open penthouse unit features 1,800 sq ft of living space and over 800 sq ft of private outdoor space with two balconies and an amazing rooftop terrace with a hot tub.”
4933 Minnesota Ave NE — $399,000 — Deanwood
Open Sat. 1-3PM — Amy Riemer
$10k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “Welcome to your new NE DC home: a beautifully renovated space offering thoughtful updates, flexible living space, energy-efficient features, and exceptional access to neighborhood amenities and the Metro. Start your day on the charming front porch, with a porch swing.”
59 Farragut Pl NW — $700,000 — Petworth
Open Sun. 12-2PM — Denny Horner & Buddee Clinton
“Huge End-Unit Home Amongst the Greens! Welcome to this spacious 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath end-unit home offering the space, privacy, and light that only a corner lot can provide — nestled in a quiet, tree-lined pocket of Washington, DC with unbeatable access to the city’s best amenities.”
1237 Wylie St NE — $609,000 — H Street Corridor
Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3PM — Mandy & Tim Hursen Jr.
“Priced to sell! All the character of a classic DC row home—without the condo fees! You’ll fall in love with this renovated 2BR/1.5BA home on Wylie Street, a popular one-way residential street in the heart of H Street NE.”
418 Q St NW — $850,000 — Shaw
Open Sun. 12-2PM — Silvana Dias
“There is something instantly lovable about 418 Q Street NW. Tucked along a leafy one-way street in the heart of Shaw, this charming Victorian end-unit row home pairs the character you hope to find in a historic DC house with thoughtful updates, wonderful natural light and an unexpectedly magical outdoor space.”
1417 G St NE — $799,900 — H Street Corridor
Open Sun. 12-2PM — David Bediz
“Light-filled 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Victorian rowhome in the heart of the H Street Corridor/Capitol Hill neighborhood, blending classic charm with thoughtful recent updates.”
17 V St NW #1 — $824,900 — Bloomingdale
Open Sat. 1-4PM — Lina McAuliffe
“UPPER LEVEL UNIT with PARKING for 2. Discover the perfect blend of historic Bloomingdale charm and modern comfort in this beautifully designed 3 Bedroom/2.5 Bathroom condo w/parking for 2.”
1245 4th St SW #E-607 — $324,900 — Southwest
Open Sun. 1-3PM — Thomas Gordon
“Set in Southwest DC, this two-bedroom, one-bath residence at Tiber Island offers a spacious layout, abundant natural light, a private balcony, and garage parking just moments from the waterfront.”
From the office of Councilmember Charles Allen:
“The following statement is from DC Councilmember Charles Allen regarding the lawsuit filed seeking to block the RESALE Act from taking effect on January 1, 2027. Councilmember Allen is the author of the RESALE Act, which passed the DC Council unanimously and went into law on September 25, 2026. The RESALE Act would reign in the secondhand ticket market, which depends on bots and technology to mark-up tickets at steep increases. The law will also ban the practice of selling tickets that do not yet exist. (more…)
Florida Ave and Barry Place, NW
Thanks to Jay for sending: “So excited to hang out in our new circle!”
From DDOT: (more…)
High school students from across the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region are invited to participate in Dialogue for Democracy at George Mason University!
Hosted by the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution, this event offers high school students an opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations about democracy, civic engagement, and the importance of understanding different perspectives.
1375 Kenyon Street, NW entrance on plaza off 14th Street
Ed. Note: Baltimore’s 2AM Project opened their first DC location on H Street, NE last weekend.
“🚨 COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER!! 🚨
You guys have been asking us nonstop… “WHEN IS THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS LOCATION OPENING?!” 👀😭
WELL, THE WAIT IS OVER!! 🎉🔥 2AM PROJECT COLUMBIA HEIGHTS IS OFFICIALLY OPEN!! 🍔🍗🍟 (more…)
From a press release:
“Redbrick LMD and Tennis Central today announced Washington, D.C.’s first dedicated padel facility, Capital City Padel Club (CCPC), opening in the Bridge District in Spring 2027. CCPC will deepen the Bridge District’s growing reputation as a destination for health, wellness, and community while cementing SE D.C. as the city’s hotspot for racquet sports.
“DC has never seen anything quite like this – and that’s exactly the point,” said Louis Dubin, Managing Partner at Redbrick LMD. “Capital City Padel Club is the kind of first-in-D.C. activation that defines what the Bridge District is all about: bringing people together through movement, wellness, and memorable experiences. Tennis Central is exactly the partner we envisioned for this space – their passion for the sport, their ability to welcome players of every age and skill level, and their genuine commitment to community are what will make CCPC special. It’s exactly the kind of programming that makes a neighborhood worth staying in.”
Capital City Padel Club, located at 633 Howard Road SE, (more…)
Update from Bouldering Project DC:
“Our new space is coming to life, and you’re invited to be a part of it! Founding Memberships for our second location are live 🎉
For a limited time, secure your first month of membership for our Columbia Heights gym (and official bragging rights) for just $30. Membership activates the day we open in early 2027.” (more…)
4531 Wisconsin Ave, NW previously home to a Maman Joon and a Beefsteak and a Radio Shack before them, if you can believe that…
The Maman Joon closed here back in February. In June I shared with our Patreon community that Big Greek Cafe would be taking over the space. Scuttlebutt confirmed: (more…)
Thanks to Jeff for sharing this great shot from near U Street.
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