Ed. Note: For the record I’ve proclaimed Mount Pleasant one of the top 5 coolest neighborhoods in the world since 1997. What an awesome group house you had Katie, Holly, Chris and co.!

But I do love that the props are coming from far and wide. Well deserved! Thanks to CD for sending TimeOut‘s “38 Coolest Neighbourhoods in the World Right Now”:

“We quizzed our global network of on-the-ground experts to find the coolest neighbourhoods on the planet. These are the places to visit, like, now

29. Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant is hands-down one of the most beloved neighbourhoods in DC. North of Adams Morgan and adjacent to Columbia Heights, the neighbourhood became a multicultural melting pot from the ’60s onward thanks to many Central American, African and Vietnamese immigrants putting down roots. Its culinary scene is anchored by Mount Pleasant Street, a foodie paradise packed with locally-owned restaurants that celebrate the neighbourhood’s immigrant heritage. Though it’s starting to see heavy development, residents fiercely love and protect Mount Pleasant, (more…)


Thanks to Priscilla for passing on from the DC Office of Planning:

“As you start your week, I hope you remember the Columbia Heights & Mt. Pleasant Community Workshop happening this week. The workshop is tomorrow, Tuesday, August 13, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Columbia Heights Education Campus (CHEC). The DC Office of Planning will share preliminary findings from the Public Life Study and gather input from you and your neighbors on what you think the neighborhood needs to thrive. Take advantage of this opportunity to share your vision for the future of public space in Columbia Heights. (more…)


“Dear PoPville,

The DC Office of Planning is undertaking a public life study in Columbia Heights and Mount Pleasant. It is “a comprehensive effort to improve the quality and use of public spaces in Columbia Heights and Mount Pleasant through data-driven analysis, guideline development, and inclusive community engagement.” It includes four components: Inclusive Engagement, a Public Life Assessment, Design Guidelines, and a Sidewalk Vending Study. (more…)


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