Author: Prince Of Petworth

“Seven Reasons on 14th St, as you know it now, will close its doors by the end of this year.”

By Prince Of Petworth


2208 14th Street, NW

Thanks to Rebecca for passing on the sad news from Seven Reasons:

“Seven Reasons on 14th St, as you know it now, will close its doors by the end of this year.

Since opening in April 2019, Seven Reasons has become a signature culinary spot for this City and for many of you. During the last four years, we have grown with you and for you. Seven Reasons is our first love. It’s the restaurant that positioned us in this City and the one to which we owe a big part of our success. (more…)

Vote to Name the National Zoo’s Baby Gorilla!

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by angela n.

From the Smithsonian’s National Zoo:

“On May 27, 2023, the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute welcomed its newest member to the western lowland gorilla troop! The baby girl was born at the Great Ape House to mom Calaya, age 20, and dad Baraka, age 31.

This new baby—the second for both parents—joins the Zoo’s troop of gorillas: (more…)

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Adam Fagen

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in D.C.

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Your Afternoon Animal Fix

By Prince Of Petworth

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 Marley. Mt Pleasant’s friendliest official block greeter to humans only.”

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