“Dear PoPville,
I was cycling south on the MBT near R Street NE Tuesday night (6/09) around 8:30 when I witnessed three young teens (maybe 12-13 years old) riding a single Lime scooter. They appeared to be (more…)
Author: Prince Of Petworth
1239 9th Street, NW
Check out the action at TallBoy tonight:
“🇺🇸 FREE DRINKS IF THE USMNT RUNS IT UP 🇺🇸
⚽ USA wins by 1 goal = 25% off your tab
⚽⚽ USA wins by 2 goals = 50% off your tab
⚽⚽⚽ USA wins by 3+ goals = EVERYONES TAB IS ON THE HOUSE.
Tonight we are hedging our risk on Kalshi for the ultimate World Cup experience.
That’s right. If the boys win by 3 or more, we’re picking up every tab in the house.
Kickoff tonight. Get here early.
Tag your crew and let’s pack the bar.”
More here: (more…)
1338 Wisconsin Ave, NW
About Hill House Home (dresses and more):
“With a design-centric approach, Hill House offers impeccable quality, and timeless, delicate styles through quality products designed to enhance and celebrate life. An aesthetic point-of-view and customer-led approach bring a fresh, accessible perspective to these time honored categories.”
About Meermin (men’s shoes): (more…)
11th and Rhode Island Ave, NW previously home to Logan Circle liquor before major renovations and Roasted Boon
Thanks to Nicole and Robert for sending the new La Loca coming soon signs at the former Roasted Boon space (closed here in May 2025): (more…)
I spotted my first Cicada yesterday in Cleveland Park but apparently it is only a “straggler”. USAToday reported in March:
“As spring approaches, many Americans may be expecting the return of loud, swarming cicadas, but experts say there’s little to worry about this year. No major 13‑ or 17‑year cicada broods are set to emerge nationwide, though a small number of insects emerging in off years, known as stragglers, may still be buzzing about.” (more…)
Thanks to Jennifer for sending the Kennedy Center shuttle signage update last night:
“Just saw this shuttle with updated signage! Share the good news!”
Thanks to Andrew for sending (and other have been talking about) this “group set up a live stream of the Kennedy Center to monitor the Trump name removal.” (more…)
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photo by Anthony Kelleher, Assistant Fire Chief of Operations, DC Fire and EMS: “fire extended through multiple buildings along 8th Street, SE/Barracks Row. Aggressive tactics, coordinated suppression/search operations, and strong command stopped the fire from spreading further.”
Ed. Note: The Ugly Mug closed here, 723 8th Street, SE, in October 2025.
DC Fire and EMS first reported around 8:15pm: “Working Fire : 700 Block of 8th Street SE – Two story row house with smoke and fire showing from rooftop deck with exposure to adjacent structure.”
Later: (more…)
Thanks to M. for sharing the wild clouds in Navy Yard over the Anacostia River: (more…)
photo by Adam Fagen
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From an email:
“Starting Friday, June 12, Dog Haus Van Ness (4340 Connecticut Avenue NW) is launching weekend breakfast — and to kick it off, we’re giving a free 12oz Haus-brewed coffee with any Bad-Ass Breakfast Burrito, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8 to 11 AM. It’s a few steps from the Van Ness–UDC Metro and runs right through the Saturday UDC Farmers Market window.
A few details: (more…)