“Dear PoPville,
During the heatwave the surface temp of the sidewalk/roads was reaching 140+. I’m really really bummed a Chinese elm was cut down at the corner of Columbia and 18th a few days ago. Adams Morgan is v dense w pedestrian foot traffic and it provided a ton of shade for bus riders, pedestrians waiting to use the cross walk and also a nice carbon sink. Any ideas why it was cut down and not trimmed?”
2436 18th Street, NW
Been getting a bunch of worried messages about Mellow Mushroom in Adams Morgan:
“The Mellow Mushroom in Adams Morgan has been closed for at least 5 days. Something must be up!? Thanks for any info you can provide about one of the neighborhood’s best bars.”
“do you know anything about the closure of Mellow Mushroom on 18th? There was no sign on the door but it was mysteriously closed when I went yesterday”
Readers have passed on a number of rumors including a broken water heater but apparently there aren’t any notes or notices of violations on any of the doors or windows. (more…)
Mandarin Candidate courtesy Roofers Union
From an email:
“In line with the second round of the election debates, on July 30 and 31, Roofers Union and Jug & Table will feature three themed cocktails. The Mandarin Candidate, made with Filibuster Bourbon and house mandarin-tarragon soda and (more…)
2311 18th Street, NW
OH NO!! Thanks to Amanda for passing on from the Brass Knob:
“Beginning August 3, 2019
All Items 20% Off
Selected Items 30% to 40% Off
ALL SALES FINAL
After 38 years
The Brass Knob will close on November 1, 2019.” (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
This sign spotted in Adams Morgan. I guess some find it rude to dump bagged dog poo in a person’s trash can, but I’d say it’s not stellar neighborly behavior to post security camera footage of your neighbors either!”
This rental is located at 1629 Columbia Road, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2298 / 1br – 719ft2 – 1BR With Balcony Available Now!Waived app.fee!Plus free utilities. (Adams Morgan) (more…)
via google maps
“Dear PoPville,
My wife was involved in a hit and run (she was on a bike) yesterday in Adams Morgan, Columbia Rd NW and Belmont around 6:00 am. She was crossing in the crosswalk to get to the bike lane and the individual ran her over and and continued to drive away to then hit a cab at the next intersection. She was arrested and thrown in jail. I know you try and bring awareness to pedestrian safety and yesterday our family become a statistic. She’s still in the hospital with lots of stitches and some chipped teeth. All this considered, very lucky.
DC needs to do better.”
2337 18th Street, NW. Photo by Svenja Herrmann
From an email:
“We’re currently looking into the proposition of building out a kitchen, and we want to hear what our customers think/want. So each Wednesday we will be testing out different recipes. We cordially invite all to drop by, grab a bite, have a drink and let us know.
On deck for this Wednesday’s menu: (more…)
From Alert DC: “MPD reports a road closure of the 2400 block of 18th Street NW due to fire activity. Please use an alternate route.”
Update from Tryst:
“The fire on the roof at Tryst caused very minimal damage, all exterior. We will be closed for the rest of the day to catch our breath and be back open tomorrow.” (more…)
1845 Columbia Road, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Kalorama Pharmacy on Columbia Road in Adams Morgan has been robbed at gunpoint twice in the last six months, and now they have a buzzer on the door to let people in and out.
This is, obviously, super messed up. The people who work there are incredibly nice, efficient, and helpful, and they’re a small local business. (more…)