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“Dear PoPville,
I’m looking for a fellow Red Line train rider who survived the single-line tracking on Tuesday morning around 9am (headed towards Glenmont).
Me: (more…)
If you have any animal/pet photos you’d like to share please send an email to princeofpetworth(at)gmail(dot)com with ‘Animal Fix’ in the title and say the name of your pet and your neighborhood. If you love the animal fix and want to ensure PoPville’s long term viability please consider donating to our Patreon here.
“This is our cat Boots. We live at 16th St and U St NW. He is 14 years old, and still runs around like he’s 2.”
“Dear PoPville,
I am reaching out to the community to see if anyone has any experience with daytime noise complaints. One of our neighbors spends most of every day blasting proselytizing Christian sermons and gospel music (of which some of the tunes are repeated over and over for hours). (more…)
This rental is located at 15th and Pennsylvania Avenue SE. The Craigslist ad says: (more…)
1010 Vermont Ave, NW just north of K Street
Thanks to Susan for passing on from Living Room:
“End of an era, the beginning of something new. Thank you for 8 WILD years at Living Room. Please read this heartfelt message from our entire team. (more…)
2009 14th Street, NW
Not since Marvin closed has there been a more painful closure coming to U Street (adjacent.)
From a press release:
“After 15 years of serving up unforgettable drinks and unforgettable moments, the Gibson will be closing its doors on 14th Street on January 1st, 2024
After opening in November of 2008, the Gibson quickly became a pioneer in D.C.’s cocktail scene. Hidden behind a signless door, the bar offered classic drinks in a discreet and sophisticated setting. Its second-floor bar and lounge became the “it-spot” for private events and cocktail classes. It has stayed true to its roots throughout the last decade, rebounding back after a brief hiatus during the pandemic. (more…)
828 Upshur Street, NW, previously home to Himitsu and Magpie and the Tiger and Pom Pom and Cappy’s Crabs and Crane & Turtle and of course the old Ethiopian/Injera spot.
Thanks to all who passed on Little Vietnam‘s IG post:
“Dear Little Vietnam Community,
As our business grows, we’re embarking on a new adventure to find a bigger home to serve you better. Our dear friends are moving in and introducing their brand-new concept – “Almeda”! @almedarestaurant (“Afro-Fusion dining by night”) promises to bring something special to our neighborhood, and we can’t wait for you to discover it. (more…)
Thanks to Glenn for sending from Mount Pleasant.
Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to [email protected]
2309 18th Street, NW
Thanks to Rene for passing on the announcement from sPACYcLOUd:
“Many achievements, innovations, and changes in the world begin with a simple dream or idea.
I want to express my deepest gratitude for your unwavering love & support for helping my dream, sPACYcLOUd, come true. Serving you has been my privilege, and I’ve cherished every moment of it.
This decision wasn’t made lightly, and it’s a bittersweet farewell to a place that has been a part of our lives and celebrations. sPACYcLOUd has been more than just a business; it’s been a community, a place where memories were made, and friendships were forged. (more…)
photo by Sharon Hahn Darlin
“Dear PoPville,
A few months back you posted my question about where to find an obscure fruit, key limes, and a reader pointed me in the right direction. Lime season is behind us now but white grapefruit season is here! Unfortunately I cannot locate them, not even in Whole Foods.”