photo by Eric P.
“Dear PoPville,
Last fall, I was at The Wydown on H Street NE, and my bike lock broke. I propped up the lock, but when another rider locked up their bike next to me, the ruse was exposed and the pieces fell apart on the street. The rider came into Wydown, apologized (he didn’t need to!), and mentioned that he could run home and grab a spare bike lock for me. He VERY kindly did so. (more…)
Thanks to Dan for sending: “Saw this guy carrying a smaller bird.”
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.
photos by Edward Russell
Thanks to Edward for sharing: “The bike lobby in The 202 to the Met Branch Trail is (actually) OPEN!” (more…)
5516 Connecticut Ave. NW, photos courtesy Happy Go!
From Happy Go:
“Established in 2022 by neighborhood residents, Ben and Emma Boerum, Happy Go is a true mom-and-pop endeavor that has steadily built a reputation for being a reliable resource for repairs and top-notch products. Our inventory is carefully curated and includes unique brands such as Rivendell, Tanglefoot, Bassi, and Brompton. Additionally, we offer a diverse selection of youth bike brands, skateboards, and delightful gifts.”
Have a look at all the awesomeness inside: (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Hill Family Biking, a group of friends and neighbors that put on monthly family-friendly group bike rides on Capitol Hill started about a year ago and have had thousands of area residents join on rides.
To celebrate, we’re hosting an anniversary ride & block party on April 27th at 4pm and we’d love your help spreading the work about this big event that I’m coining “Open Streets Jr”
Below are some more details about the event (more…)
From an email:
“There are a total of 26 pit stops in DC and 100 pit stops all across the DMV.
Mark your calendars for Friday, May 17 and register now to secure your spot! Visit here for more information and to register.
The pit stops in Northwest DC are located in: (more…)
2501 Champlain Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Do we yet know the fate of City Bikes Adams Morgan?”
Sadly we learned back in December the closures would be permanent.
Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.
Thanks to Terry for sending from Adams Morgan.
via google maps
Updated release MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Crash Investigations Unit are investigating an E-Bike traffic crash that resulted in the death of a man. (more…)
