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Sad News about, “A key source of lots of DC’s flowers”, Behnke Nurseries Closing after this season

By Prince Of Petworth


“Founder of Behnke Nurseries, Albert Behnke around 1960” courtesy Behnke Nurseries

Thanks to Terry for passing on from Behnke Nurseries:

“As I look out over the garden center, it seems like a Spring season like all the others through our 89 year history. I see a nursery full of beautiful plants and fine staff, some of whom have worked here most their lives, and I’m so proud to be a part of this wonderful organization.

But with great sadness, I must tell you that this 2019 Spring season will be our last. (more…)

Maryland Driver and Damn Proud Of It!!

By Prince Of Petworth

hahaha I spotted this guy this morning. To be clear this is not photoshopped (all I did was black out the numbers) there was a red taped arrow right on the car pointing to Maryland with the bumper stickers.  Just owning it.  I love it.

I needed this.

El Sapo, Cuban Social Club, coming soon to Silver Spring

By Prince Of Petworth


8455 Fenton Street via El Sapo

Well this sounds pretty great:

“I’m so happy to introduce EL SAPO, Cuban Social Club – a hip, festive, forward-thinking Cuban restaurant, and the first of its kind in the D.C. metro area. It’s been a long dream of mine to represent and promote my culture through my craft, and here it is. Bright,open, and brimming with energy, EL SAPO’s whole storefront lifts to let the breeze in. The fresh mojitos, upbeat music and bold island food really do require “no filter”. Our menu is rooted in tradition and unmistakably Cuban; full of intense flavors, colors and aromas. About half of the dishes are what I ate growing up at home or on the streets of La Habana, while the other half tell the story of my journey as a cook. (more…)

Taqueria Habanero Opening a 2nd Location in College Park

By Prince Of Petworth


3710 14th Street, NW

Taqueria Habanero not sitting by quietly while Mezcalero expands. The Taqueria Habanero vs Mezcalero wars rage on. Thanks to Elle for sending the photo above announcing a new location coming to 8147 Baltimore Ave in College Park. For those not familiar with Taqueria Habanero, I pity you. Also:

“Here, we strive to provide you with the exact ingredients used from the streets of Puebla, Mexico. (more…)

High on Hyattsville? Tell a prospective home owner what you love about it.

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

My husband and I are looking to buy our first home and are interested in buying in Hyattsville (in fact we’re putting an offer on a house this week) because of the proximity to the District and the affordability. We both work downtown and have lived in the District for 10 years, and admittedly, we aren’t that familiar with Hyattsville’s culture. We’d love to hear from anyone who lives there or has anything to say about the quality of life there.”

Ed. Note: Read about a bike trip to Franklin’s in Hyattsville here and see a recent Good Deal or Not? in Hyattsville here.

Ed. Note two/too: I have very good friends who live in Hyattsville and I absolutely love it there. In fact I plan on expanding PoPville’s coverage to Hyattsville because I love the vibe there so much.

Hank Dietle’s Tavern Devastated by Fire

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo via Pete Piringer Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County (MD) Fire & Rescue Service

Devastating.

Pete Piringer Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County (MD) Fire & Rescue Service reported:

“Update (~245a) 11010 Rockville Pike, Hank Dietle’s; Cause, accidental, discarded smoking materials; Area of Origin, front porch (exterior); Damage, Total $500K, incl $400K bldg, $100K contents; no injury; ~65 FFs OS; passerby called 911”


Photo via Pete Piringer Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County (MD) Fire & Rescue Service

Hank Dietle’s website says: (more…)

Today in Hawks around Town – just outside Annapolis edition

By Prince Of Petworth


Photos by Randy Loftus Wildlife Photographer

Randy writes:

“Recent visitor just outside Annapolis. Immature Cooper’s Hawk. It had a Cardinal & Squirrel pinned down in my Trumpet Vine…was waiting for them to try to flee! No Kills!”

If you spot a hawk or any interesting wildlife around town, lunching or otherwise, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted it to [email protected] and I’ll add it to the queue. Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.

After One Year MGM National Harbor has “Hosted approximately 6 million guests, more people than the population of Singapore” Have you been?

By Prince Of Petworth

I’m curious how many from PoPville have been:


Also, if you see fireworks at 10:30pm tonight – this is why.

From a press release:

“Since officially opening its doors one year ago, MGM National Harbor, the Capital Region’s first fully integrated resort experience, has engaged millions of guests from across the globe while delivering on the promise of significant contributions to Prince George’s County.

The anniversary caps off a year of remarkable accomplishments for MGM National Harbor: (more…)

“The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair without animals is just a carnival.”

By Prince Of Petworth

From Montgomery County Fair & Agriculture:

“CALL TO ACTION!
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Oppose Bill 23-17
Defend the Montgomery County Fair & Agriculture in Montgomery County Maryland.
Bill 23-17 concerning Animal Control – Performance Animal Violations, is being proposed by the Humane Society of the United States to the Montgomery County Council. The Board of Directors for the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair unanimously opposes this Bill for the following reasons:
This Bill will prevent certain licensed animal shows from preforming in Montgomery County Maryland.
In summary – The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair without animals is just a carnival.

What can I do? (more…)

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