Movies/TV/Streaming

From AlertDC: “On Saturday, November 7, 2026, and Sunday, November 8, 2026, a production crew will be filming in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restrictions and intermittent traffic closures that motorists should take into consideration.”

“Dear PoPville,

FYI – film crew has taken over 17th street from Seaton to U street. Filming the movie “Cross” based on the james patterson novels about detective Cross. (more…)


Crime

2300 block of L Street, NW

MPD reported: “MPD is on the scene of a stabbing in the 2300 block of L Street, Northwest.”

From DCPL: “West End Library is closed due to a death in a public restroom. A dedicated police officer assigned to the library was on site at the time. No one else was harmed. To support staff affected by this traumatic event, the library will remain closed through November 8.”

“Dear PoPville,

I was there right after the West End Library stabbing happened, at 2 pm. Got caught in the lockdown. Was surreal. Are our libraries going to have metal detectors, bag searches? I want to say the police and detectives were nice, efficient and fair. Feel bad for the library staff there because of what happened. I know a lot of homeless hang out there, as in all libraries, and they sometimes give the staff a very hard time, so shout to all.” (more…)


Sponsored

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1435 Chapin St NW #102
1435 Chapin St NW #102

With 330+ open houses across DC this weekend, there’s plenty of reason to bundle up and go house hunting. Now that the clocks have fallen back and the leaves are littering the sidewalks, a chilly November weekend is a great time to duck into a few warm, well-lit homes, from a Shaw condo to a Fort Dupont rowhome to a Navy Yard co-op with a very low underlying interest rate. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

  • 1435 Chapin St NW #102 — $449,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Jennifer Chow
    “Tucked on a quiet, tree-lined one-way street beside Meridian Hill Park, this loft-style 1BR at The Barcelona sits on a raised first floor well above the street. Oversized south-facing windows wrap the living room corner and pour sunlight in all day, framing treetop views through every season.”

  • 1237 Wylie St NE — $599,900 — H Street Corridor
    Open Sun. 2-3PM — Mandy & Tim Hursen Jr.
    “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. Built in 1900, this two-level residence combines historic details with modern updates, an open floor plan, private outdoor space, and a convenient location.”

  • 435 R St NW #101 — $599,999 — Shaw
    Open Sat. 1-3PM — Fernando Garcia
    “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. Thanks to a professional designer’s expertise and the owner’s good taste, the unit’s two full bathrooms have been beautifully remodeled.”

  • 520 N St SW #S430 & S429 — $749,900 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Joe Himali & Sierra Kim
    $10k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “Two original units combined into one expansive home. A rare private terrace, balconies stretching along the entire length of the residence, and the space to spread out. This two-bedroom, two-bath home at Harbour Square brings together a flexible floor plan, indoor-outdoor living, and all-inclusive cooperative convenience in the heart of Southwest Washington.”

  • 6912 Greenvale St NW — $1,150,000 — Hawthorne
    Open Sun. 2-4PM — Sherri Earman & Meaghan Parker
    $50k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “Realistic sellers! Welcome home to this stunning and also 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.”

  • 1000 New Jersey Ave SE #511 — $559,900 — Navy Yard
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Dustin Borzet
    $10k PRICE IMPROVEMENT:  “Ultra-low 2.89% interest rate on $124K of the purchase price! Approximately $124K of the purchase price is financed through the co-op’s underlying mortgage, meaning buyers would only need to finance approximately $486K independently. Even more impressive, the underlying mortgage carries an ultra-low 2.89% interest rate! Welcome Home to this stunning residence in Capitol Hill Tower!”

    (more…)


Arboretum

photo by Miki Jourdan

From the U.S. National Arboretum:

“This year marks 50 years of bonsai at the U.S. National Arboretum’s (USNA) National Bonsai & Penjing Museum in Washington, DC. The museum opened its doors as part of the 1976 Bicentennial festivities and is the nation’s oldest public collection of bonsai and related arts.

“As we mark the National Bonsai & Penjing Museum’s 50th anniversary, we celebrate a unique chapter in the U.S. National Arboretum’s history and a lasting symbol of international goodwill,” said USDA Under Secretary Dr. Scott Hutchins. “Throughout the past five decades, the museum continues to connect people through art, horticulture, and cultural exchange, and I celebrate this golden anniversary as we honor both the extraordinary trees in our care and the friendship that brought them here.”

The National Bonsai & Penjing Museum began with the “original gift” of 53 bonsai and 6 viewing stones, 200th birthday presents from the people of Japan to the people of the United States. The gift was shepherded by then-USNA director Dr. John Creech. Why 53 trees? Bonsai artists from across Japan had collaborated to donate 50 trees, in honor of the 50 American states. The Imperial family gave three more trees, including one from the emperor’s personal collection—the first time such a tree had ever been allowed to leave Japan.

“For half a century, the National Bonsai & Penjing Museum has brought together art, horticulture, research, and international collaboration,” said Joon Park, Administrator of USDA’s Agricultural Research Service. “This extraordinary collection preserves decades of history, craftsmanship, and cultural exchange while serving as a living resource for education and research. As we celebrate its first 50 years, we also recognize the opportunities ahead to advance our understanding of plant health, helping to inspire new discoveries.”

Since the original gift, the museum has progressed into a comprehensive collection illustrating the artform’s adoption, evolution, and influence across geographies and throughout time. The museum’s current collection contains 200+ trees from 6 countries, including the work of North American artists as well as North American native species. It is one of the main attractions for visitors to the National Arboretum, with trees displayed in three open-air pavilions and an enclosed building to showcase viewing stones (over 270 stones collected in Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America) and temporary exhibits.

In honor of the bonsai collection’s anniversary, the USNA presents: Branching Out: 50 Years of Bonsai at the National Arboretum, with the following celebratory events: (more…)


Dating

photo by Diane Krauthamer

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

“Dear PoPville,

I had a missed connection last Friday at Kalorama Park!

To the guy reading Agatha Christie in Kalorama Park on Friday (10/30), I was the girl sitting next to you reading Gabriel García Márquez. We ended up talking about magical realism, US geography, France, and the existentialisms attached to our respective career paths.

We chatted long enough for the warm sun that had inspired us both to read outside to disappear, and I found myself wishing we’d exchanged numbers before you left.

In case you happen to see this, I’d love to have another park conversation with you soon!”

AND

“Dear PoPville,

Ryan from Adelaide– you graciously helped me, a stranger, plan my first trip to Australia. (more…)


Event

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Mount Pleasant

Thanks to Ian for sending earlier this afternoon:

“The fun never ends with bad parkers blocking the bus turnaround in Mt Pleasant. This time the bus managed to get through before the driver came back, but only after reversing out and pulling off a ~13 point turn with assistance from 3 other WMATA staff and a Metro Transit PD squad car. (more…)


Logan Circle

Update from Ben Williamson, Executive Director of Animal Outlook:

“We’re pleased Mallard has taken down the claim (describing its foie gras as “responsibly-farmed” and sourced “exclusively from humanely-raised and fed ducks,”). It’s hard to read that as anything but a recognition that foie gras isn’t something they can credibly call humane. Having reached that conclusion, they should cancel the dinner. Our letter also asks them to notify guests who booked on the strength of the original ad, and we’re still waiting on a written response by 5pm Monday.”

From Mallard:

“Mallard Supper Series: A Very Special Foie Gras Dinner at Mallard
Thursday, November 12th | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
$125 Per Guest | $65 Optional Wine Pairings

Our Supper Series returns to Mallard! Join us on Thursday, November 12th for an exclusive communal dining experience featuring four foie gras dishes from Chef Hamilton Johnson and a special welcome cocktail from Spirits Director Nick Farrell.

We’ll also have optional wine pairings available for this very special dinner.
Foie Gras has been in the headlines recently and, while foie gras’ restaurant availability will likely come to an end next summer in Washington, DC, we remain steadfast champions of this specialty product. We look forward to hosting you for a memorable dinner showcasing responsibly-farmed foie gras sourced exclusively from humanely-raised and fed ducks at La Belle Farms, a 40-acre, family-run, duck farm located in Sullivan County, NY.

The Dinner is priced at $125 per guest. Optional Wine Pairings are $65.

FOIE GRAS DINNER AT MALLARD

-welcome drink-
Foie Yeah!
Scotch, Quince, Sauternes, Lemon, Bitters

1st course
foie gras & celery root parfait
black truffle brioche, quince jam, duck chicharonnes
Treveri, Brut Prestige, Pinot Noir / Chardonnay, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2018

2nd course
foie gras “french toast”
cast iron foie, croissant custard, vanilla-parsnip marmalade, aged sherry vinegar
Pewsey Vale, Riesling, Eden Valley, Australia, 2023

3rd course
foie gras-stuffed south carolina quail
cornbread pudding, mustard greens, southern fried apples, foie gras-quail jus
Terre D’elu, L’esquif, Gamay, Anjou, Loire Valley, France, 2023

4th course
foie gras butterfinger
peanut butter-feuilletine crunch, foie gras & white chocolate nougat, dark chocolate ganache
Château Les Justices, Sauternes, Bordeaux, France, 2022

Due to the communal nature of this dinner, we will not be able to make large changes to the menu to accommodate allergies. Small changes will be approved by Chef on a case by case basis. 20% of the ticket price will go directly to our service team as a gratuity.”

From Animal Outlook:

“Animal Outlook, today, sent a cease and desist letter to Mallard, a restaurant on 14th Street NW, demanding it stop advertising its foie gras as “responsibly-farmed” and sourced “exclusively from humanely-raised and fed ducks.” The letter says the claims are false and misleading under the DC Consumer Protection Procedures Act (CPPA). (more…)