Thanks to C. for sending from NE Capitol Hill: “still has its paper tags!” (more…)
Author: Prince Of Petworth
Thanks to Samantha for sending: “Yesterday, this massive tree fell on Ellicott St. off of Connecticut Ave NW, smashing two cars. (more…)
Thanks to Camaran for sending this great haul from Eckington.
Great Garden Haul is made possible by readers like you! Send your hauls to [email protected] and be sure to mention what neighborhood you are in. Thanks!
*Definitely not last.
Thanks to Karen for sending this crispy specimen from 17th Street, NW.
Last Christmas Tree in Town is brought to you by the Friends of Mizuta Masahide Society. Should we be blessed with any, please send your SEPTEMBER tree sightings to [email protected] and let me know where you saw it. Thanks!
Thanks to Elizabeth for sending below from Observatory Circle: (more…)
1802 14th Street, NW previously home to a Lou Lou Boutique
From an email:
“Pop-Ups with Pitango Gelato
In advance of their new store, coming soon to 14th Street, Pitango Gelato, the artisanal Italian gelateria, is celebrating summer with festive pop-ups with partners around DC and Maryland. Pitango’s new signature green cart, imported from Italy, will make appearances at iconic local businesses and organizations, including home and lifestyle boutique Salt & Sundry, neighborhood brewery Aslin Beer Company, the contemporary Glenstone Museum, and popular cocktail bar, Jane Jane. At the pop-ups scheduled throughout August and September, Pitango’s cart will sell both special collaborative flavors and classic Pitango sorbet and gelato flavors.
On Saturday, August 2nd, Pitango will join Salt & Sundry at their Logan Circle location at 2pm (more…)
photo by Eric Spiegel
From AlertDC:
“Gun Salute (Washington Navy Yard)
Please be advised; today, August 1st, at 10AM, a total of 37 (LOUD) rounds will be fired from the Leutze Park Guns as part of a gun salute being conducted at the Washington Navy Yard.”
From WMATA:
“Starting this Saturday, Aug. 2, construction will close several stations on the southern end of the Green Line through Aug. 31. (more…)
500 New Jersey Ave, NW
Check out their menu here.
“Introducing Warka Coffee House in the heart of Capitol Hill, Washington, DC! Warka Coffee House is more than just a café it’s a space inspired by Ethiopian tradition and community, where coffee brings people together. Named after the iconic Warka tree, a symbol of shelter and connection in Ethiopia, our shop offers a curated selection of single-origin specialty coffees from around the world, with a strong emphasis on direct-sourced Ethiopian beans. Whether you’re a seasoned coffee enthusiast or just looking for a cozy space to relax, Warka Coffee House invites you to sip, connect, and experience coffee in its purest form.”
Thanks to Graham for sending:
“Warka Coffee had its grand opening Wednesday on Capitol Hill. (more…)
photo by angela n.
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Thanks to Amanda for sharing:
“The storm that rolled through DC just now created this havoc on Connecticut Avenue between Brandywine and Chesapeake. The Tesla appears to be stuck, but it doesn’t seem like anyone is hurt.”