‘The Old Oak of Dupont’ is no more :(
Thanks to Tom for sharing the update from Dupont Circle this morning: “so much for saving the Giving Tree trunk.” (more…)
Author: Prince Of Petworth
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Update to the update: never mind… :(
Thanks to Dave for sending:
“Walked by the large tree in Dupont Circle yesterday that was severely damaged during the wild storm we had on 9/3.
The tree is still alive, and to protect it’s remaining bark, notes and memories are being diverted to an online tribute website – a very professional one at that. “The Old Oak of Dupont” now even has a stylized font and logo!” (more…)
Thanks to Will for sending this great shot from Cleveland Park: “Peeking out of the compost pit.”
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.
1301 H Street, NE
Thanks to G. for sending the new signage up at Dirty Rhino on H Street, NE!
Opening Night is now set for Friday, 9/18.
“H Street’s Newest 🎶 Venue
Sing Together Drink Together”
photo by Diane Krauthamer
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Address: 3916 13th Street NE, Washington, DC, 20017
Neighborhood: Brookland
Type: 5 BR, 4.5 BA, single family — 4,664 sq. ft.
Open House: Sunday, September 20, 12 – 2pm
Listed: $1,995,000
This is not a rare find. It’s a one of a kind. Situated in Washington DC’s beautiful Brookland neighborhood, this brand new construction stuns with its large windows, rooftop lounge and secret Speakeasy. Welcome to 3916 13th Street. Designed by 2Plys Architecture and spread over four stories and more than 4,600 finished square feet, the house features Wolf / Subzero appliances, a horizontal gas fireplace set into marble tiles, and a Master retreat with two walk-in closets and light flooded bath. Taking it a step further than most new constructions in the area, all bedrooms easily fit a king bed, the ceilings exceed 10′ on every level, even the basement, and there are oversized windows throughout, bathing the interior in natural light. The highlights, however, might be the two cocktail bars, the bookcase that opens to a hidden wine cellar and speakeasy, and the indoor / outdoor loft space with vaulted ceilings that overlooks some of DC’s iconic landmarks. The private, fully fenced yard provides an additional sanctuary with its flagstone patio and landscaping. Located on an established, tree-lined street, 3916 13th St is just a couple of blocks away from an organic market, coffee shop, and other local stores, and within walking distance to Brookland’s popular Art District and Metro stop. With plenty of recreational greenspaces and landmark architecture, history meets vibrant community in “Little Rome” and provides the perfect surrounding for this beautiful, new house.
photo by angela n.
From the office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton:
“Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) and Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) introduced the No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act, which would prohibit the installation of permanent fencing on the grounds of the United States Capitol complex. After the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol, a fence was erected around the Capitol that stayed in place for six months as officials recommended a permanent barrier. Norton criticized permanent fencing as both cosmetic and imprecise and instead called for smarter, state-of-the-art solutions. (more…)
photo by Mr.TinMD
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“Dear PoPville,
A missed connection to the woman in the burgundy dress at Merrily We Roll Along at Signature Theatre on Sunday: (more…)
From the H Street NE Main Street:
“Help shape the future of H Street NE!
We’re bringing new light post banners to the Corridor to reflect its energy, and we’re enlisting you – our beloved community – to help us determine which ones rep us best. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
On Monday, September 14th around 8:00AM, I was biking my kid to school along with two other parents/children. While going south on 11th Street NW by Cardozo High School, a driver in a blue Tesla from Maryland started honking at us repeatedly for no reason. He then passed us at a high rate of speed dangerously close: particularly the parent/child in front, the driver was within inches of running them over.
There’s a stoplight at the bottom of the hill where cars were stopped at a red. The driver stopped, got out of his car, and started yelling at us. He was ranting incoherently about the rules of the road, swearing, and threatening us — all while our children watched. While flailing his arms and pointing exuberantly at the bike lane he smacked me in the face several times hard enough to leave a scratch. Eventually a bystander was able to calm the situation enough that we were able to bike away.
In all the mess, (more…)