3411 Connecticut Ave, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Have you heard anything about Captain Cookie? Did that just fall apart?”
Lots of folks have been inquiring after seeing a vacant sticker on the door – that’s usually just a bureaucratic payment and easily resolved. Happy to report that a building permit just went up in October which bodes very well: (more…)
418 Morse Street, NE
Thanks to Nick for sending: “New in Union Market District! Signs went up for a Van Leeuwen outpost coming on Morse Street, right next to St. Anselm”
Stay tuned for an opening date.
Ed. Note: They’re also coming to Adams Morgan (2421 18th St, NW) and Georgetown (1238 Wisconsin Ave, NW.) (more…)
1759 Columbia Road, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Because Science opened in Adams Morgan! I had so much fun checking it out — it’s a very cheery local shop with lots of science-themed gifts, games, cards, handmade jewelry, and even some actual science supplies. The staff was very friendly and helpful as well.” (more…)
1700 block of Florida Ave, NW
Thanks to Sam for sending: “CVS now open on Florida between U and California” (more…)
5536 Connecticut Ave, NW
From a press release:
“Child’s Play Toys & Books announces Rita Pin Ahrens as the new owner and chief happiness officer of its three stores in Washington, D.C., McLean, Va., and Arlington, Va. As a long-time customer, former teacher and community advocate, Ahrens is honored to continue the legacy of Child’s Play as a locally owned, neighborhood toy store that has brought happiness to families for 35 years.
Ahren’s company, Soksaby, purchased the store on September 1, 2022. In the Khmer language, “soksaby” means “health and happiness.” Soksaby is a woman- and minority-owned business based in Washington, D.C. (more…)
1100 Rhode Island Ave NW
Thanks to Matt for sending: “This is unfortunate. Logan Circle Laundromat closing”
From Logan Circle Laundry: (more…)
7th and Rhode Island Ave, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Looks like some activity at the former 7-11 at 7th and Rhode Island. Any idea what’s going on?”
On June 24, 2020 this 7 Eleven suffered a fire. Anyone hear who’s coming?
7th and H Street, NE
Thanks to Christian for sending: “the swoosh is up on H!”
Eat DC notes the google search result with an opening date set for November 23: (more…)
Thanks to Rumble for sending: “Has everyone else already noticed how empty the top floor of union station is? Restaurant and gift shop open, otherwise empty.” (more…)
2104 18th Street, NW
Thanks to John for sending word about Meeps vintage in Adams Morgan. The note on the front door: (more…)