1221 Connecticut Ave, NW
Straight from Lucky Bar:
“The wait is over.
Join us this Friday for the Soft Opening of DC’s newest nightlife destination — Lucky Bar.”
Some more new signage too. Thanks to Stephen for sending the sneak peek inside: (more…)
Dupont Circle
It’s a diversion!! Thanks to all who sent photos and videos: (more…)
1820 Connecticut Ave, NW
From an email:
“The epic annual St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church Rummage Sale is this Saturday, October 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. only. Don’t miss it!
Featuring a wide selection of women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing and accessories, jewelry, kitchenware, linens, framed art, housewares, holiday decorations, and other treasures galore. A thrifter’s dream.
Our church is on Connecticut Ave, north of the Dupont Circle Metro, across from the Washington Hilton.
Full details below (more…)
Thanks to Jay for sending from Dupont Circle: (more…)
1221 Connecticut Ave, NW
“Lucky Bar
The most fun you’ll have at a bar in DC. Great Drinks, Great Bartenders, Great DJs… DC‘s ORIGINAL Soccer Bar Destination!”
As we get closer to the World Cup…
Thanks to Ian (and others) for sending the new Lucky Bar awning up on Connecticut: (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
This morning at 8:20, 10 uniformed national guard troops and 3 uniformed MPD spent 25 minutes harassing teenagers waiting for the school bus. This is on 20th and O Street, NW
Half the kids eventually seemed to leave to find a different bus stop and the police and the National Guard followed them.”
1725 Rhode Island Ave, NW photo by Josh Bassett
“Dear PoPville,
Wondering if you have any info on this…Rhode Island Ave, between 17th St and Connecticut Ave, was completely shut down Sunday morning. This is the same block as St. Matthews Cathedral. Tons of yellow police tape blocking the entire street, cop cars, 2 firetrucks, a couple ambulances. Police standing around the intersections. They couldn’t say what it was about. Unclear if there was a crime or if there was a VIP around.”
From MPD:
“Shortly before 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 5, 2025, Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) members assigned to a detail for the Red Mass at Saint Matthew’s Cathedral engaged an individual who set up a tent on the steps of the Cathedral. Officers determined that the individual was previously barred from the premises of the Cathedral. The individual refused to vacate the premises and was placed under arrest without incident.
During the arrest officers observed multiple suspicious items, (more…)
2120 P Street, NW
Thanks to Kristina for sending: “New signage up at the old Lemon of India in DuPont! They’ve been working on this build a while.”
From a press release:
“This fall, Syn Dupont Lounge and Bar opens its doors in the heart of Dupont Circle, introducing an innovative gathering place rooted in consistency, comfort and approachable style. Syn Dupont offers a warm, inviting atmosphere where locals feel at home and visitors discover a spot to unwind, dine and connect.
Syn Dupont Lounge and Bar is set to open its 3,479.46-square-foot space in mid-October and is expected to employ about 15 local residents, including managers, bartenders, kitchen staff and servers. (more…)
1509 17th Street, NW previously home to Happy Cleaner
Thanks to Gareth for sending: “New bar on 17th” underneath, Gemini (previously the home to the legendary Komi)!!
A liquor license placard for Astro Zombie says:
“New Retailer’s Class “C” Tavern with a Seating Capacity of 75 and Total Occupancy Load of 99. (more…)
1211 Connecticut Ave, NW
“Dear PoPville,
This is the Connecticut Ave location. The other one at 19th/L might still be open.” (more…)