photo by FGvW
Thanks to C. for passing on from the National Park Service:
“This week, volunteers from Helmets to Hardhats, along with our Historic Preservation staff, are repairing the benches around the Dupont Circle fountain. Using materials provided by the Dupont Circle Business Improvement District, the work requires care & precision. Thanks to everyone involved!” (more…)
1509 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to Li for sending: “JF Books opened next door to Kramers. Gorgeous interior, great selection of both Chinese- and English-language books, and really nice staff. (more…)
photo by angela n.
From a press release:
“This year’s DC Holiday Market returns with a new name and a new location. Diverse Markets Management in partnership with The Dupont Circle Business Improvement District (BID) will once again host the most successful holiday market in Washington DC – changing its name from “Downtown” to “DC Holiday Market” – and in a new location, the historic Dupont Circle. Located at the 1500 block of 19th Street, NW, the DC Holiday Market will open Friday, November 22, 2024 and run through Sunday, December 15, 2024. This year, visitors can enjoy a new line up of entertainment, unique exhibitors, sweet treats and festive decor and lights throughout the season. (more…)
Thanks to K. for sending from Dupont Circle.
Update when we learn a reopening date.
“NPS is currently removing the rotten/broken wooden slats on the worst benches in the circle. The employee tells me they’ll be replaced with fresh timber soon.” (more…)
1207 19th Street, NW
Good news from Nero:
“We’re excited to announce that Nero will be opening its doors this Friday, September 20th, 2024, in Dupont Circle, Washington, D.C.! Nero brings together the best of Italian and Indian cuisine, (more…)
1613 17th Street, NW
Thanks to David for sending: “this is the subway next to Annie’s on 17th street (and Corcoran St).” (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Saturday at firehook on Q st nw (dupont circle) an entitled driver parked her car ON the sidewalk right in front of Firehook’s door. When confronted about her utter lack of civility, respect for rules and consideration for pedestrians, driver smirked and reacted with contempt. (more…)
Thanks to Nora for sending: “I witnessed the fountain flowing yesterday afternoon –here’s the evidence! The big question for me is, is it still on today???”
2029 P Street, NW
Thanks to Noa for sending. This space is next door to Compliments Only (formerly Tasti D-Lite.) This space was previously home to La Bicicleta.
STAY TUNED for more on what’s cooking here.