Thanks to Caroline for sending:

“Just saw this sign today (must have gone up VERY recently). On 7th just south of T – between Miss Wanda’s and the weird Bank of America.”

Blank Street Coffee’s website says:

“We’re a small-format coffee shop built around the idea that great coffee should be priced and located in a way that makes it part of your every day.”

Stay tuned.



2343 17th Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

I ran into the owners and they told me they are NOT closed! They have a gas connection issue and are waiting on the landlord to fix it. I think the landlord is pushing back saying they are not going to fix it so they have closed indefinitely. Can we please help them?? They are a Korean couple who don’t speak the best English. Let’s get them open again!! Maybe a legally-minded reader could help!”


From Calvert Woodley (4339 Connecticut Avenue, NW):

On this day in 1982, two competitors, Calvert Liquors and Woodley Wine & Liquor, came together to create one liquor store that could do it all. But we wouldn’t still be here, 40 years later, without our loyal customers. We thank you for your continued support and look forward to continuing to serve you for many years to come.

We would also like to give special recognition to three remarkable individuals who’ve been here since day one; Ibrahim Ahmed, Tom McKnew and Berrisford Harris. (more…)


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