
photo by Eric Spiegel
From AlertDC: “Gun Salute (Washington Navy Yard)
August 15, at 10AM, a total of 43 (LOUD) rounds will be fired from the Leutze Park Guns as part of a gun salute being conducted at the Washington Navy Yard.”

photo by Eric Spiegel
From AlertDC: “Gun Salute (Washington Navy Yard)
August 15, at 10AM, a total of 43 (LOUD) rounds will be fired from the Leutze Park Guns as part of a gun salute being conducted at the Washington Navy Yard.”

111 N Street, SE
Thanks to Meg for sending the Wonder coming soon signage in Navy Yard.
When the 14th Street location opened we learned that: (more…)

photo by Fritz Myer
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photo by Victoria Pickering
From a press release:
“The DC State Fair announces its return on Saturday, September 6th, 2025, from 10am to 5pm at Bryant St NE, offering a free showcase of the region’s agricultural, culinary, and artistic talents. This beloved community event will bring together thousands of attendees from across the region for a day of contests, demonstrations, live music, delicious fair food, and family-friendly activities.
The 2025 DC State Fair promises to deliver the authentic state fair experience that has become a cherished tradition in the nation’s capital. Visitors can expect: (more…)

Thanks to Lora for sending this great old 98 Olds:

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“Indy the Zuchon is enjoying a nice day in Trinidad despite the presence of federal law enforcement officials.”
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“Dear PoPville,
Are these a few of the original Capitol stones next to Virginia Avenue Park? (more…)

Spotted at Asia Nine: (more…)

10 I Street, SW
“Dear PoPville,
Do you know what they’re doing to the once cap skyline hotel? they’ve started putting construction netting up and have the entire building fenced off.” (more…)

1747 Pennsylvania Ave, NW previously home to the legendary Breadline (RIP)
Good news! On my last walkabout I spotted an employee of Wagshal’s who tells me that this “Grand Bodega” should be opening around the end September!! (more…)