“Dear PoPville,

We have a truly incredible update on the April 7 shooting at 3rd and K Street NE. Mr. Henry (52) was shot 9 nine times, all below the waist, but he’s home now and recovering after four surgeries.

When we heard the gunshots, my partner and I (K Street residents) went to help. A group of neighbors, including a doctor and a nurse, cared for Henry until the ambulance arrived. A few days later, Henry called us from the hospital to say “thank you,” and we’ve since developed a close friendship.

Henry is a wonderful man with a large, loving family, and he’s making a miraculous recovery. He just called to say that he made it up and down 3 flights of stairs today, with the help of his physical therapist. It has only been three weeks, and he’s already climbing stairs! We’re confident that Henry will have a full recovery, and will soon resume his role as a very active caregiver for his many grandkids, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, and grand-nephews.

As for the “why did this happen?,” (more…)



1262 4th Street, NE courtesy Framebridge

From an email:

“The DC-based, cult-phenomenon custom-framing company has partnered with the historic Globe at MICA printing press to give away two limited edition screen-printed posters celebrating Go-go and the unique culture and history of DC. While supplies last, get a FREE poster with any in-store purchase at Framebridge’s Union Market store–you can even get it framed it for just $50. Poster image below. (more…)


From an email:

“Wunder Garten announces its 4th annual Fruhlingsfest will take place over three weekends this year. The German-themed beer garden’s annual spring celebration will begin Friday, April 16, and conclude on Sunday, May 2. The annual Fruhlingsfest at Wunder Garten will feature three weekends chock-full of German food, music, contests, decor, and of course lots of beer! (more…)



Photo by Rey Lopez

From a press release:

“Panama’s premier specialty coffee company Café Unido is opening a roastery and retail shop in Northeast Washington, D.C., and will become its headquarters of operation in the United States.

Unido Roastery DC will complement the Café Unido coffee shop inside the nearby Latin lifestyle market, La Cosecha. (more…)



via 2fiftytexasbbq IG

Thanks to Ally for passing on from 2fiftytexasbbq “This is exciting! Great bbq!”

2Fifty writes:

“Word is out! | We’re thrilled to confirm that we’ve been working with @UnionMarketDC to bring our Central Texas Style BBQ experience to D.C.

Since everything we do is handcrafted, it’s been quite a challenge to think about the best way we can bring the best of our smokehouse to the renowned food hall. With the newly added 1000 gallons direct flow smoker from Primitive Pits we can now wood-smoke more meat than ever while keeping our unplugged, no shortcuts barbecue style.

We’re introducing @2fiftys, a simplified version of our flagship restaurant. Our Central Texas Barbecue, wood smoked & handcrafted daily, will be cut and served to order at the Market
.” (more…)


Thanks to Nelson DeBarros for sharing over the weekend:

“Windows smashed and airbag systems stolen from 10 Honda vehicles in basement parking garage of 2M apartments early this morning. If you own a Honda, consider getting yourself a Club to prevent airbag theft. Wish I had.”


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