Thanks to a reader for sending this beautiful Peregrine Falcon posting up at a Federal building.
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5520 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to J. for sending the good news on Monday:
“Just wanted to let you know that barista in chevy chase DC is having their soft opening. I went by there today and they said they are planning to have their grand opening in a few days. (more…)
photo by Miki Jourdan
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“Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Luncheon of the Boating Party, 1880–81, Oil on canvas, 51 1/4 x 69 1/8 in., The Phillips Collection, Washington, DC, Acquired 1923.”
From the Phillips Collection:
“Following its historic loan to the Musée d’Orsay in Paris for the exhibition Renoir and Love: A Joyful Modernity (1865–1885), Pierre-Auguste Renoir’s Luncheon of the Boating Party—a cornerstone of The Phillips Collection—returns to public view beginning Tuesday, August 11.
The painting will again be on display in Gallery 201 where guests can experience one of the defining works of Impressionism in its longtime home.
WHERE: (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Doesn’t DC have enough police?”
From DC.gov’s Department of For-Hire Vehicles:
“The safe operation of all public vehicles for hire shall be conducted in accordance with the laws of the District and with due regard for the safety, comfort and convenience of passengers, for the safe and careful transportation of property, and for the safety of the general public. All reasonable efforts shall be made to promote safety at all times and under all conditions.
DFHV enforcement policies, (more…)
Thanks to Tom for sending the latest in Logan Circle: “and we paid how much for this? Maybe the landscaper should’ve been Four Seasons Total Landscaping (of Guiliani fame).” (more…)
233 12th Street, SE
From a press release:
“Mott’s Market, the beloved Capitol Hill corner store that neighbors rallied to save and restore, will celebrate its grand reopening on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at 233 12th St. SE, Washington, D.C. 20003, just south of Lincoln Park.
After more than four years of fundraising, renovations, and a lengthy permitting and approvals process, Mott’s Market is once again open for business. The grand reopening celebration will start in front of the Market and then move to the newly renovated back patio and will feature refreshments, entertainment for kids and adults, and a festive community gathering to mark the return of a neighborhood institution. (more…)
Thanks to M. for sending from around 15th and W Street, NW:
“Dear Asshat –
thanks so much for parking with 10 “dead” feet behind you that no one will fit in! Rude AF. Next time I’ll carve this note into your hood with my wedding ring. Try me. XoXo”
Yikes.
3917 14th Street, NW
“Bar de tapas & vinos”
Thanks to Charles for sending the new La Plaza Bar & Tapas by Chicatana signage from from MetroLeaf next door: (more…)
photo by C. from Takoma DC taken August 9th 2026
K. writes “Oh no!Last Christmas Tree in Town may be in peril! 🤣 We’ll see.” and passes on the fundraising note from current Councilmember and the presumptive next Mayor Janeese Lewis George: “When I think about how government should work, I think about Christmas trees. Stay with me – the city is supposed to pick up Christmas trees soon after they’re placed on the curb in January. But I have friends and neighbors who’ve told me about trees that are still sitting out there months later. It sounds like a small thing, (more…)