
1063 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to Kevin for sending this sign from Filomena: “Spotted in Georgetown at the former Ching Ching Cha tea room.” (more…)

1063 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to Kevin for sending this sign from Filomena: “Spotted in Georgetown at the former Ching Ching Cha tea room.” (more…)

elsewhere in the neighborhood at 2104 18th Street, NW – Meeps “closed for burglary repairs” photo by Terry
“Dear PoPville,
I was with my 12-year-old daughter at Fleet Feet on Columbia Road (1841 Columbia Rd NW) around 3:30 pm yesterday (Sunday) when a group of 4 or 5 teens walked in and asked a few questions about shoes and other items — and then suddenly grabbed a bunch of stuff and ran out. It was jarring. (more…)

3707 Newark Street, NW
From Loyal Companion:
“To our Loyal Companion community,
With a heavy heart, we want to inform you that we’ve made the tough decision to close our Loyal Companion stores. We have loved serving the community and supporting you on your pet wellness journey. (more…)

courtesy Capital Exotic Fish
Thanks to all who passed on from Capital Exotic Fish:
“Grand opening tomorrow at 11am! We had an amazing soft opening this past weekend and can’t wait for the grand opening and meeting everyone of y’all! That being said EVERYTHING will be 20% OFF!!! (more…)

2031 Florida Ave, NW
Readers report: “Police outside Georgetown Valet on the corner of Florida and Connecticut looking at another smashed glass door”
“Saw a ton of cops at Georgetown Valet dry cleaners early this morning. Window smashed in.”
Another smashing or something worse? That’s a lot of police (and US Secret Service) with crime scene for a smashed door. Updates if/when we learn more.

500 Irving Street, NW
Ed. Note: You can learn more about and support Aurora Market here. “Veteran Owned & Family Operated. The Modern Mom & Pop Shop. We are more than an organic grocery store. We are a pillar of the community.”
Thanks to those who tagged us and messaged us Aurora Market‘s plea from IG:
“Posting mugshots of repeat offenders wasn’t in our plans when opening @auroramarketdc
As a recent United States Army retiree I made a decision to remove myself from government and politics. Today, I feel compelled to voice my frustration with the lack of support from our representative @brianneknadeau
Since we began developing @auroramarketdc on 2/1/2021 my wife and I have contacted @brianneknadeau office numerous times without any response: (more…)

5205 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to Megan, Stephanie, Andrea and Donald: “So excited to have this in the neighborhood!! With so much closed/closing in the area, it’s nice to see something the residents can use! It’s the old Paul Liquor at 5205 Wisconsin.”
“Is there any other information/details about The Dog Coop?”
Another reader writes: “the owner of the new daycare has been walking our dog and many dogs in the area forever. She’s truly wonderful and I can’t wait for her daycare to open, because I’ve never met anyone who cares more about making sure pups are happy and well cared for!”

11th and E Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Peet’s left the space a while ago, but have seen some activity inside over the last few weeks (painting, etc). (more…)

3200 M Street, NW at Wisconsin
That was fast, thanks to Kelsey for sending: “Alo yoga coming to the former Banana Republic space at Wisconsin and M”
alo’s website says:
“BRINGING YOGA TO THE WORLD (more…)

1353 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
From an email:
“NYC’s beloved French bakery and café, is expanding in D.C. with two new locations in February! Starting with Georgetown (1353-1355 Wisconsin Ave NW), the newest maman will open on Valentine’s Day (2/14) and feature their signature sweet treats, cozy drinks and dedicated room, “The Study,” catering to Georgetown students. (more…)