1013 H Street, NE

Thanks to G. for sending: “They’ve moved down from 703 H Street, NE next to the Haymaker at 1013 H Street, NE.”

Washington, Lincoln, the Capitol and Cherry Blossoms gracing the new signage…

AND they buy gold for cash, obviously.



photo by Diane Krauthamer

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UPDATE 10:45am Monday: Thanks to Mari for writing, “It is sold out. There is now a waiting list. This is the link.”

Well this is awesome:

“Tulip Day Washington 2026, March 15

This spring, one of America’s most colorful public events will make its debut in the nation’s capital as Tulip Day Washington transforms DC’s National Mall into a breathtaking tulip-picking garden on March 15, 2026.

Approximately 150,000 tulips will be a vibrant, one-day floral showcase with views of the U.S. Capitol. From 11:15 AM – 4:15 PM, visitors will be invited to pick ten tulips for free to welcome the arrival of spring.

EVENT DETAILS (more…)


From Diverse Market Management:

“Farmers Market SW will reopen at The Wharf this spring, securing a new long-term home just two blocks away at M Street Landing following a successful ten-year residency at 4th and M Street SW. The market is scheduled to reopen on Saturday, April 4, and will continue to operate weekly on Saturdays through November from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The relocation was made possible through a partnership between The Wharf and Diverse Market Management, who worked together to ensure the market remains in Southwest and continues serving residents with access to fresh, locally sourced food.

Located in the plaza at M Street Landing outside of Pitango, Philippe Chow and The Fish Shop, (more…)


“ATTN: Customers:

Until further notice this station’s system is down. No package services. Stamps/money orders ONLY. Kalorma”

Thanks to Sam for sending above from Adams Morgan: “Problems at the 18th Street Post Office.”

And Jim sends below from Farragut: (more…)


“Dear PoPville,

A couple years ago, I randomly took a copy of Ann Patchett’s “State of Wonder” out of a Little Free Library in NW. I have my favorites but I can’t be sure exactly which one, or exactly when this was. Probably in Mt. Pleasant or Columbia Heights, circa 2024. Today I flipped through for the first time and discovered this beautiful handwritten letter from a grandmother to her granddaughter, Jackie, dated August 23, 2003, tucked inside.

It says: (more…)



2401 Pennsylvania Ave, NW

“From Advanced sommelier and owner of Apero & La Boheme, and husband and wife team Chef Jenn Castaneda-Jones and Stephen Jones, comes Ellizabetta | La Strega, Italian with a little magic… Spring 2026…”

Thanks to Chris for sending: “Something New In Old Marcel’s Space. I just saw a liquor license placard go up in the old Marcel’s space at 2401 Pennsylvania Ave NW. (more…)



1700 New Jersey Avenue, NW at R Street. Previously home to BKK and briefly Maman Joon

“Expect authentic Uyghur Lagman…hand pulled noodles with savory stir fried meat and vegetables. All are warmly welcome!  Get ready for Mom’s Uyghur Lagman! Asian Halal Cuisine.”

Thanks to Brian for sending: “Start the countdown, another new concept at 1700 NJ Ave NW. (more…)


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