1333 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Alex and Jim for sending: “Springbone Kitchen coming to the old Slipstream space on 14th Street”: (more…)
Author: Prince Of Petworth
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Earlier we had the Andy’s Pizza update but that’s just the tip of the iceberg for the action currently at Union Station.
Thanks to G. for sending more updates. First we have a look at the Joe & The Juice coming to the old Corner Bakery and a Le Pain Quotidien space: (more…)
4300 Arkansas Ave, NW at 14th Street, NW
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Mayor Muriel Bowser joined the DC Department of General Services (DGS), the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), and the Ward 4 community to break ground on the modernization of Upshur Recreation Center and pool house. This groundbreaking marks the latest milestone in the Bowser Administration’s efforts to deliver modern, world-class recreation facilities in all eight wards.
“It takes investment and work to stay the #1 ranked park system in the country for six straight years,” said Mayor Bowser. “Over these past 12 years, we have delivered modern and accessible recreation centers, senior centers, aquatic centers, spray parks, and playgrounds across all eight wards and now we’re on our way to a world-class facility here at Upshur.”
The $19 million project will transform the existing facility, originally built in 1958, expanding the recreation center and pool house from approximately 6,500 square feet to 9,500 square feet. (more…)
Dan Silverman, Prince of Petworth, Citizen of the District of Columbia.
Today is the official 20th anniversary of PoPville/Prince of Petworth and it has officially been proclaimed PoPville Day by Mayor Bowser. I can hardly believe it, so let us:
Remember, remember, the 5th of November,
Community, curiosity and plot.
I see no reason
Why our community
Should ever be forgot.
Prince of Petworth, Prince of Petworth, ’twas his intent
To inform about the city and its residents
Hawks*, Restaurants and so much more were sent
Lovely District of Columbia to embrace
With a passion that is true, sturdy shoes and a camera
By the people’s providence and their grace
Holler all, holler all, let the bells ring with mirth
Holler all, holler all
No Kings, Yes Prince of Petworth!
In all seriousness this is an incredible honor. I want to thank the Mayor and all in her office for making this happen. November 5th 2026 marks 20 years since I started this little blog that has become so much more. It has become a heartbeat to so many. But at heart it shall always remain this little community blog. On November 5th 2006 I wrote: “A test for the future! Stay tuned.” And what a future it has been. To me it feels like a fever dream. Did all this really happen? Was it all a dream?
Did we shut down 14th and U Street and dance and scream with joy when Obama was first elected? Did it snow like 3 feet in a month and a half? Did the cop really pull a gun on the guy that threw the snowball? Did that guy really throw the sandwich? Is a bike lane going there? Was that an ATV? So many scooters. Did you see that carbque? Oh METRO. Streetcar, I hardly knew ya. Circulator. Diet Coke Taxi colors. How many days since a driver flipped a car? Did the Beastie Boys really play the 9:30 Club? So many shows. So many fires. So many stolen wheels. How many flowers have bloomed? Did we really debate the $15 burger at Marvin? Marvin. Did we dance at Marvin? Palena. Did we debate kids dining in restaurants? Dogs on patios? Woof! (more…)
Thanks to Jared for sending this great shot from Capitol Hill.
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.
first floor 50 Massachusetts Ave, NE
Thanks to Aaron for sending: “Andy’s at Union Station – it’s coming together!”
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1602 17th Street, NW
Thanks to all who passed on the sad news from Floriana in Dupont Circle:
“Thank you for 47 years, DC.
Dine with us through December 31.
After nearly five decades in Washington, DC, we’re preparing to say goodbye to our longtime home on 17th Street as we look ahead to a new chapter in Old Town Alexandria, VA. Our last day of service at our longtime home on 17th Street will be December 31, 2026. (more…)
photo by Eric P.
Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP.
“Dear PoPville,
I’m hoping the community can work its magic and help me find a missed connection. On Friday, October 30th around 3:15 p.m., I was driving home from work in stop-and-go traffic along Mass Ave. With my windows down, I came to a halt and noticed a line of people in costumes outside what I think was the Embassy of Belize. I made eye contact with a girl standing in line, and after exchanging smiles and waves, she held out her fist from 20 yards away and challenged me to a game of rock-paper-scissors right from my car. I happily obliged and (more…)
2339 18th Street, NW
My goodness. Angles and Little Fountain closed back in 2016 – ten year ago!! But finally, finally, finally some movement. First:
“Coming soon – a cocktail-focused piano bar in DC’s Adams Morgan neighborhood. From Drinks with You – the team behind The Mirror & The Golden Age.”
I’m told they will be located on the first floor above the incoming Wingo’s which will be located in the old Little Fountain space.
I’m also told: (more…)