via google maps
“Dear PoPville,
On Sunday, Oct 5th, around 12:30ish pm, I was driving up 9th Street and after crossing over U st, a bicyclist veered out of the protected bike path, into the traffic lane and collided right into my front passenger side car door. I have no idea what they were trying to do, and after pulling over to check on them, I am glad they are ok and we exchanged a few words before their rode off. At first the car seemed to be ok (more…)
1602 U Street, NW
Baby Shank opened on U Street in the old Local 16 space in February 2023.
Baby Shank shared yesterday:
Friends, thank you for all the memories, laughter, and support. This is our last weekend, (more…)
1600 U Street, NW
Thanks to Joe and for sending from 16/New Hampshire (U St) NW corner at the old Starbucks.
“There was a Compass sign outside the now-closed Starbucks at 16th and U. Have you heard they’re moving in? (more…)
1406 Florida Ave, NW
Miguel asks: “Does PoPville know what’s going on with The Artist Formerly Known as Pica Taco (DC Tacos & Wings) at FL&14? The interior is gutted. Maybe it’s a reno! 🙏🏼” (more…)
15th and U Street, NW
Thanks to Julia for sending:
“8:45am on U Street, what would GW think?”
What an incredible photo. Just absolutely incredible. 1000 words as I often tag these posts. 1000 words. And 1000 thoughts…
photo by Joe Flood
From Franklin Hall:
“🚨 GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN SPECIAL 🚨
Wednesday, Oct 1 • Doors open at 2PM
$6 Mixed Drinks • $6 Canned Beers • $6 Furloughed Shooters
PLUS a free food buffet from 4–6PM (more…)
1811 14th Street, NW
Sad news from Commonwealth:
“With new chapters ahead, after nearly 18 years, our Commonwealth DC store will be closing. From day one, our intention was to create more than a shop. We wanted to build a hub for culture, ideas, and community. What made it special was you. (more…)
1833 14th Street, NW
From Bar Pilar:
“A Día de Muertos Pop-Up at Bar Pilar
From October 3rd to 31st, Bar Pilar transforms into a space of remembrance by day and celebration by night.
By Afternoon: Step into tradition. Marigolds, papel picado, candles, and altars honor loved ones who’ve passed. Guests are invited to bring photos to add to the ofrenda, creating a living tribute.
By Night: (more…)
closing notice up in Adams Morgan at 1801 Columbia Road, NW
Thanks to all who wrote in:
“Dear PoPville,
I wanted to pass on to you that the Starbucks in Adams Morgan is closing as of Sunday. It’s a giant loss for the neighborhood – while it’s true that there’s no shortage of coffee shops in Adams Morgan, the staff that works there is truly fantastic. And worst of all, the partners only learned the news yesterday (and from a customer no less) that the store would be shuttered and their jobs are gone by the end of the week. We asked if they’d be moved to a different location, and they said they weren’t sure – but as the stores at 16th & U and Howard (!) are also both closing, they’re not optimistic. (more…)
