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Coffee (and gelato) News Keeps Coming!! Official Word on Dolcezza Coming to H Street, NE “Next Month”!!

Published February 6, 2025 at 8:25AM

600 H Street, NE previously home to Wydown

We broke the news last month about Dolcezza taking over the former Wydown space on H Street. Lots more info now available from a press release:

“Dolcezza, the iconic gelato and coffee shop based in Washington DC, is kicking off its 2025 expansion plans with a highly anticipated new location on H Street NE. Slated to open in mid- March, this marks the sixth outpost for the award-winning local shop, known for its small batch gelato and craft coffee program. (more…)

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth

Published February 6, 2025 at 6:25AM

photo by Emma K Alexandra

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“Legacy on Ice” Benefit at Capital One Arena to Support Victims of the Tragedy at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published February 5, 2025 at 3:45PM

From a press release:

“Monumental Sports & Entertainment, Entertainment Gang, and U.S. Figure Skating today announced they will host a live figure skating tribute to be held at Capital One Arena in downtown Washington D.C. on Sunday, March 2, 2025, to support the families and loved ones affected by the tragic aviation incident at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on January 29, 2025. The event will be co-hosted by 1988 Olympic champion Brian Boitano and will include: (more…)

#DCA

Sweet City Ride – Racoon

By Prince Of Petworth

Published February 5, 2025 at 3:35PM

Thanks to Eric for sending:

“Love that raccoon is misspelled. Deliberate?”

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Missed Connection – Un Je Ne Sais Quois…

By Prince Of Petworth

Published February 5, 2025 at 3:15PM

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“Dear PoPville,

Last Saturday morning at Je Ne Sais Quoi in Dupont. As you entered the café just before me, (more…)

#missed connections

Your Afternoon Animal Fix

By Prince Of Petworth

Published February 5, 2025 at 3:00PM

“Sage of Petworth. Enjoying her favorite spot near the fire 🔥.”

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