Cathedral Heights

Wegmans now hiring for First D.C. Location “scheduled to open in the summer of 2022”

By Prince Of Petworth


rendering of Wisconsin Avenue and Rodman Street, NW courtesy Wegmans

From a press release:

“Hiring and training are now underway for Wegmans Food Markets’ first store in Northwest Washington, D.C. at City Ridge. Located at the intersection of Wisconsin Avenue and Rodman Street, the store will be part of the historic building formerly occupied by Fannie Mae’s headquarters. The new store is scheduled to open in the summer of 2022. Wegmans plans to employ approximately 450 people at this location, including 150 full-time positions. The majority of employees will be hired locally. (more…)

Looking for Ratoncito!!

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I’ve tried my local listserv, facebook group etc with no luck, so you’re my last hope!

Sunday I found this envelope tucked under the windshield wiper of my car. The contents ended up being very valuable and clearly not meant for me. Is there any way you could help try to get in touch with the intended recipient? I’m sure they are very upset right now.”

If you are/know Ratoncito please email me at [email protected] and I’ll put you in touch with OP.

Open City at the Cathedral Update: “We’re back (temporarily) for the 4th!!”

By Prince Of Petworth


3101 Wisconsin Ave, NW

I’ve been lots of queries about the status of Open City at the National Cathedral. Their website says they remain temporarily closed but a reader had heard that they will be reopening in the Fall. However today they posted a temporary reprieve on their IG:

“We’re back (temporarily) for the 4th!! Celebrate Independence Day with us and enjoy an ice cream cone before the fireworks! Ice cream will be available on our patio two hours before the firework show starts. We’re in the process of reopening our doors (more details coming soon)” (more…)

Missed Connection – The Dog Park

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Jen Tuohy

“Dear PoPville,

I keep hearing the dog park is the place to meet people, maybe it’s true! I had a long chat with Lucie the husky’s dad at the Newark St. dog park on Saturday, but left quickly when the rain started without getting his name. Now that our dogs figured out how to play together, puppy and coffee date? (more…)

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