
Thanks to Alexandra for sending Friday night: “Someone’s having a not great night on U Street.”
Woof. Caption contest time? You know the drill – yours in the comments and winner gets a free PoPville t-shirt.

Thanks to Alexandra for sending Friday night: “Someone’s having a not great night on U Street.”
Woof. Caption contest time? You know the drill – yours in the comments and winner gets a free PoPville t-shirt.

Thanks to JP for sending the latest: “Pour complete and fences are down!” (more…)
3423 14th Street, NW back in the day (2012)
Ed. Note: ZEBA closed after 15 Years last Saturday night.
From a press release:
“3423 GRND will open its doors November 6, 2026, at 3423 14th Street NW, introducing an intimate neighborhood bar and kitchen in the community its owners have called home for more than a decade.
GRND brings together the thoughtful drinks and atmosphere of a cocktail bar with the easygoing camaraderie of a neighborhood favorite. At its heart is a simple idea: (more…)

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

Happy Halloween weekend, DC! With 300+ open houses across the District this weekend, you can skip the candy run and go trick-or-treating for a new front door instead. Remember to set your clocks back an hour Sunday night, which gives you one more hour to tour. Here are some of our favorites. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.
1341 Pennsylvania Ave SE #1A — $599,000 — Capitol Hill
Open Sun. 12-2PM — Brian Thomas
“Welcome to 1341 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Unit 1A, a stylish new-construction residence offering 1,352 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. This smartly laid-out bi-level home features an inviting main living area and two bedrooms on the lower level, creating a comfortable separation between living and private spaces.”
1603 S St NW — $2,200,000 — Dupont Circle
Open Sat. 1-3PM — David Bediz
“DUPONT CIRCLE COMPOUND WITH EXCEPTIONAL FLEXIBILITY! Newly refreshed and remarkably versatile, 1603 S Street NW offers a unique combination of an updated main residence, a LEGAL 1BR/1BA lower-level unit, and a DETACHED CARRIAGE HOUSE with private garage parking—creating endless possibilities for guests, an au pair, MULTIGENERATIONAL LIVING, home offices, private retreats, or income-producing space, all in the heart of Washington, DC.”
2145 Suitland Ter SE #B — $180,000 — Fairfax Village
Open Sun. 1-3PM — Sierra Kim & Joe Himali
“Set amid the tree-lined streets and manicured green spaces of Fairfax Village, this thoughtfully updated two-bedroom townhouse pairs generous proportions with the ease of condo living. The two-level layout creates a distinct separation between living and private spaces, lending a true sense of home unique among this price point.”
6912 Greenvale St NW — $1,150,000 — Hawthorne
Open Sat. 2-4 & Sun. 1-4PM — Sherri Earman
$50k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “Realistic sellers! Welcome home to this stunning and charming Tudor in the heart of the prestigious Hawthorne–Chevy Chase community, set on a quiet, tree-lined street on a private, beautifully manicured lot.”
4623 Hillside Rd SE — $469,999 — Ft. Dupont Park
Open Sat. 12-2 & Sun. 1-3PM — Sherese Teixeira
BACK ON THE MARKET: “This fully renovated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers approximately 1,900 square feet of finished living space across three levels, with NO HOA and major updates already completed. Brand-new HVAC system, new water heater, new electrical upgrades, natural sunlight, and features Sea Island Oak-colored LVP flooring throughout, recessed lighting, new stainless-steel appliances, and stylish modern finishes.”
435 R St NW #101 — $599,999 — Shaw
Open Sun. 1-3PM — Fernando Garcia
$20k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “CENTRIE CHIC WITH AMAZING LIST PRICE! — On this one-way, tree-lined, Shaw sweet spot sits The Centrie. Inside this boutique, 22-unit building, No. 101 is a particular standout – and standup, raised above street level.”
3450 Summit Ct NE #3450 — $329,900 — Fort Lincoln
Open Sun. 12-2PM — Mandy & Tim Hursen Jr.
$5k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “Calling all Veterans! VA-approved PENTHOUSE. Renovated throughout with VAULTED CEILING, SKYLIGHT, oversized BALCONY, FIREPLACE and ASSIGNED PARKING. Interest rates too high? Ask about an interest rate BUY DOWN! On a VA loan, it could be BELOW 6%!!!”
3823 Rodman St NW #E23 — $499,000 — McLean Gardens
Open Sun. 1-3PM — Lise Courtney Howe
$20k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “NEW PRICE!! Seller and agent say: let’s talk!!! Welcome to McLean Gardens and this distinctive two-level corner loft, where soaring ceilings, skylights, and abundant natural light create an airy and inviting place to call home!”
8th and T Street, NW
“All Souls Bar (725 T Street, NW)
A corner bar at 8th & T NW” (more…)
Join artist Nora Naranjo Morse (Kha’p’o Owenge ([Santa Clara Pueblo]), creator of Always Becoming, and the community that cares for the museum’s ephemeral outdoor sculpture family, to learn about the project’s evolution over the past two decades, and what the future holds.
Learn about the art of clay, traditions of sustainability in Pueblo building techniques, and more. Visitors can enjoy family-friendly art activities, dance performances by the Zuni Olla Maidens, watch a short film, and multiple opportunities to hear from the artist, her family, and museum experts that have contributed to the care and revitalization of the sculptures.
1825 M Street, NW
Well I’m not gonna place a bet or anything BUT Mary (of the English Premier League, Everton supporters club, dctoffees) shared yesterday:
“The dctoffees new bar, Dupont Public House, is opening Tuesday meaning Friday we will be having our first official watch party at the new space! Accessible by either the Red line getting off at Dupont South or the Blue/Orange/Silver getting off at Farragut.”
When I asked Mary about her confidence level on tomorrow’s opening she replied:
“…I’ve been inside and it was pretty well done but it definitely is [opening] for Friday for our match.”
Dupont Public House’s website still says “coming soon” BUT they’ve actually posted a menu which is progress! And looks good: (more…)
BrownTown returns to the DC Improv with headliner Nina Kharoufeh; also featuring Badar Tareen, Yasmin Elhady, Mahmoud Jaber, and Mike Kurtz. Come for stand-up, stay for a civil-rights lawyer grilling a white comedian about race. Every show has sold out—get tix now!
2424 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Gabriella, Liz and Claire for sending: “RIP Phonatics on 14th.”
“came out of nowhere! the owner decided they didn’t want to do it anymore, according to neighbors.”
“Phonatics on 14th shut down suddenly on Sunday” (more…)
see the interactive map here
Update from Pepco 1:46pm:
“Pepco crews are making progress restoring power in Foggy Bottom. Power is expected to be restored to all affected customers by 2 p.m.
The cause of the outage remains under investigation. At this time, there is no indication of foul play.” (more…)

Absolutely awesome. Thanks to JP for letting us know. Congrats to Ellen Kamilakis for this incredible costume.
Ellen writes:
“I was the Kennedy Center. I rhinestoned a dress for the tarp, made earrings, a necklace, and a bracelet that were replicas of the chandeliers, even had a mini bust of JFK in my necklace.” (more…)

From a press release:
“Fairtrade America, the organization behind the world’s most recognized label for social justice and sustainability, the Fairtrade certification, has commissioned a new mural at Two Rivers Public Charter School, 1234 4th St. NE, Washington, D.C. 20002, to mark Fairtrade Month this October and celebrate the long-term partnerships that are working to change our global food system.
Created as part of Fairtrade Month’s 2026 theme, “The Real Deal,” the mural highlights the people and relationships behind the food we enjoy every day: farmers growing food, families making purchasing decisions, retailers connecting products to communities, and businesses investing in responsible supply chains.
For more than 30 years, Fairtrade has worked hand in hand with farmers to help eradicate poverty and create more equitable trade. What began as a grassroots movement has grown into a global network committed to ensuring farmers receive a fair deal for their crops, their labor, and their future. In the last decade, farmers have collectively earned more than $2 billion in Fairtrade Premium.
Mexican-born, D.C.-based artist Salvador Rubio Rivera painted the mural, which features three smallholder farmers. (more…)
1990 M Street, NW
Thanks to Jim for sending the latest: “Eviction notice for Swahili Village has been posted. (more…)