Author: Prince Of Petworth

NLT: “We are devastated to report that the Trump administration is officially terminating our 50-year lease with the National Park Service to manage and renovate the three courses.”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Phil

ICYMI: December 18, 2025 – National Links Trust could be in trouble

Thanks to B. for passing on the sad update from National Links Trust:

“Dear Friends of National Links Trust,

As supporters of the National Links Trust, our community programming, and our ongoing efforts to rehabilitate DC’s three municipal golf courses, we wanted to update you on recent developments around the National Links Trust stewardship of East Potomac, Langston, and Rock Creek.

We are devastated to report that the Trump administration is officially terminating our 50-year lease with the National Park Service to manage and renovate the three courses. We remain in fundamental disagreement with the administration’s characterization of NLT as being in default under the lease. We have always had a productive and cooperative working relationship with the National Park Service and have worked hand in hand on all aspects of our golf course operations and development projects. The termination is effective immediately. (more…)

Your Eyes Do Not Deceive You – Yellow Line Now Goes* All The Way to Greenbelt – Plus Don’t Forget Metro and Bus is Free Tonight!

By Prince Of Petworth

REMINDER:

“Holiday service information for New Year’s Eve; Fares free after 8 p.m. on New Year’s Eve

Metro will offer free bus and rail fares from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. on New Year’s Eve to support safe, responsible travel across the region. Metro will also operate on modified schedules for New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day.”

From WMATA:

“Winter construction on the Green Line between Georgia Av-Petworth and U Street will be finished tonight, concluding 13 days of work that started on Dec. 16. Winter work wraps up in time for customers to ring in the new year and celebrate *every other Yellow Line train traveling to Greenbelt which begins at 5 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31. (more…)

“Acts of Kindness in Columbia Heights”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I am a Columbia Heights resident writing to highlight some extremely kind strangers in my neighborhood this morning. This AM I was walking two dogs when one slipped out of his harness and proceeded to run away. I left the second dog behind and gave chase. The dog ran for blocks and was approaching Georgia Ave, where I was very sure he was going to be hit by a car, when (more…)

Another Player Entering DC’s Burgeoning Bagel Game – PopUp Bagels Inbound for 2026!

By Prince Of Petworth


1078 Wisconsin Ave, NW

ICYMI: December 11, 2025 BIG BAGEL NEWS: Andy’s (Pizza) Getting in on the Game!!

“PopUp Bagels started as a backyard pickup window to share a newly created bagel recipe with friends. It’s now grown to multiple popup and permanent locations for always-fresh weekend pickup.

Our goal is simple: to make you the best, freshest bagels. No frills, plainly perfect: crispy crust and soft crumb center, just the right size and with a perfect proportion of seeds.

We’ve won Brooklyn Bagelfest “Best Bagel” two years in a row and we can’t wait for you to try a dozen.” (more…)

END OF AN ERA: Today is Sprinkles Last Day Open

By Prince Of Petworth


3015 M Street, NW via Sprinkles

OH there was a time…

A call to the shop confirms that TODAY is their last day open. They’ll be open until 8pm if you want one last memory – hustle!!

Flashback January 29, 2012: Get a Free Red Velvet Cupcake for PoP Appreciation Day at Sprinkles in Georgetown. For a second I thought I dreamed this, thank God for the archives search function.

For posterity: (more…)

Le Mont Royal closing in Adams Morgan after their Three Year Anniversary January 4th

By Prince Of Petworth


1815 Adams Mill Road, NW – There was a time…

This space was previously home Southern Hospitality and before them the longtime home of  Adams Mill Bar and Grill.

Le Mont Royal, “a French-Canadian Disco”, Opened in Adams Morgan on January 6, 2023

Thanks to all who passed on the sad news from Le Mont Royal:

“You read that right…we’re closing next week. Sunday, January 4 is our third birthday AND our last night of service. (more…)

Fences Go Up Around Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park – Do you believe in miracles? Fountains (and more) to finally be fixed!!?!!

By Prince Of Petworth


16th Street between Euclid and W Streets NW

ICYMI: Fences Go Up Around Freedom Plaza and John Marshall Park – “PLAZA BEAUTIFICATION AND FOUNTAIN REHABILITATION”

Thanks to everyone who sent photos yesterday:

“Just walked my pup through Meridian Hill/Malcolm X park and on the upper level there are fences that block off the railing that over looks the lower portion of the park and doesn’t allow you to go down the stairs.” (more…)

Today* in Hawks*** around Town – Falcon or Juvenile Hawk?

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Sid for sending this beautiful Falcon or Juvenile Hawk(?) from Chevy Chase, DC.

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.

From All About Birds:

“Peregrine Falcons are the largest falcon over most of the continent, with long, pointed wings and a long tail. Be sure to look at shape as (more…)

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