“Dear PoPville,
What are some late night (after 8pm) businesses and things to do / places that are open in DC (after 8pm) that do not involve imbibing boozy drinks?”
Author: Prince Of Petworth
Thanks to H Street NE for sharing: “DDOT proposing major overhaul of H st transit, including turning one eastbound and westbound lane into a bus- and street car- only lane, from 3rd to 14th NE.”
“Dear PoPville,
Any idea what is going on with the potentially incoming Starbucks on N St NE / Florida Ave (across from the Trader Joe’s in Union Market district)? (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I was walking around Capitol Hill earlier and noticed a sign that Xing Xing, the indoor/outdoor black cat that hangs out at Pete’s Diner, owned by PD’s owner Gum, is missing! This cat is a Capitol Hill institution.”
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1408 Okie Street, NE via The Lane
Ed. Note: In December we spoke about the ‘Grownup Indoor Playground Club at The Lane Ivy City’”
Thanks to J. for passing on from The Lane:
“Dear Friends,
I am reaching out with mixed emotions to share some news about The Lane at Ivy City. After much consideration, I have made the difficult decision to close the doors effective immediately. (more…)
Thanks to Courtney for sending this great shot from Colorado Ave.
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1250 9th Street, NW
Update from a twitter reply: “Walked by yesterday and looked like there was construction/painting going on inside. So I’d expect it’s temporary.”
Another Update: “From a 1/29 email: “Ghostburger is offline this week to add a bit of polish in our dining room. Don’t worry though, while we are hard at work in Shaw, you can still order (Delivery / Pickup) your favorite Burgers, Fries, and Wings from our sister restaurant”
Thanks to A. for sending: “Is Ghostburger Okay? Listed as closed every day on their website! Not accepting online orders either!” (more…)
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1270 4th Street, NE
Thanks to Craig and Howard for sending word. Las Gemelas writes this morning:
“Friends, it is with a heavy heart that we announce the closing of Las Gemelas and Destino. We shared a wonderful last service with our team and are so thankful for the last three years of business. (more…)
photo by angela n.
“Dear PoPville,
Looking for anyone who grew up overseas in 4 or more countries and might be interested in being part of an informal, fun panel discussion at the NE Library later in March or April. (more…)
Thanks to Sara for sending this awesome shot.
If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.