Neighborhoods

Signs of the Times: Sign of the Whale Signage Down, Dupont Public House Up!

By Prince Of Petworth

1825 M Street, NW

A massive week of sign news continues.

Back in January, jeeze it’s been a minute hasn’t it?, we broke the news that the GM from Across The Pond would be opening Dupont Public House in the old Sign of the Whale space. They were hoping to open up for the World Cup but that obviously didn’t happen so it’s nice to see some progress with the new signage up! (more…)

Black Bear spotted in DC Saturday!!

By Prince Of Petworth

photo from the PoPville archives circa 2013

Thanks to Jared for passing on the alert:

“Black bear spotted in Upper NW DC on Saturday – sounds like it was in the Glover Archbold Park trail between the Berkshire Apartments (4201 Massachusetts Ave, NW) and McLean Gardens.

DC: America’s new wildlife spotting destination?”

Ed. Note: Definitely not new, see my favorite previous black bear sightings here.

“We wanted to give you a heads-up that a black bear was spotted Saturday night around 8:30 pm behind the building. (more…)

Genika Cafe nears Opening in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

1400 9th Street, NW at 9th and O Street, NW

“Genika Cafe
Coffeehouse by Day • Tavern by Night
Specialty Coffee from around the world, handcrafted cocktails, and a
welcoming gathering place in the heart of Washington, DC.”

Here’s the latest from the coming Genika Cafe:

“We’re getting closer ❕

We’re working hard behind the scenes to make sure everything is ready to give you the best experience and the warmest welcome from day one. (more…)

“Hillwood After Hours, bringing the estate to life through live music, art-making, lawn games, demonstrations, and more.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Tickets available here.

From Hillwood:

“On August 5, Hillwood comes to life in our extended hours program! Join us for a summer evening featuring art, live music, art-making, and more.

See the exhibition Interwoven: A Tradition in Textiles to discover beautiful and extraordinary works of textile art. Engage with the exhibition’s curator. Listen to high-energy live performances by The JoGo Project, led by saxophonist Elijah Jamal Balbed, as they perform an award-winning blend of jazz and DC’s own go-go music. Create your own no-sew embroidery collage inspired by the textiles in the exhibition. Enjoy the rare opportunity to self-guide through the mansion, greenhouse, and gardens in the evening light. Try delicious drinks and food specials (for purchase) at Merriweather Café.

This event will take place rain or shine!

PROGRAM TIMELINE (more…)

“PSA for Neighbors Who Use Zip-car”

By Prince Of Petworth

14th and Maryland Ave, NE

“Dear PoPville,

The Zip Cars do not live on 14th street any more, they moved them to G street (behind the Chik fil a) because there is (thankfully) now a bike lane in that spot.

This is a fairly old change at this point and since it’s not physically possible anymore to park in the exact spot where they used to go without at least grazing a bendy-straw, you might think this is self explanatory. (more…)

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