2471 18th Street, NW
Thanks to Laura for sending last night: “Tight Five Pub is OPEN as of today!!”
Their website says:
“Located in Adams Morgan, Tight Five Pub is your go-to spot for all things sports. Cheer for your favorite team on one of our 16 HDTVs while enjoying delicious American pub fare, cold beers, and hand-crafted cocktails. Join us for nightly specials, game day specials, and regularly scheduled fun and games. Read More
photo by Victoria Pickering
Welp, not looking good. ESPN reports:
“The San Diego Padres have agreed to a deal to acquire superstar outfielder Juan Soto and first baseman Josh Bell from the Washington Nationals, sources told ESPN on Tuesday.
Soto has been informed that he’s being traded to the Padres, a source told ESPN.”
Full release from the Nationals:
“The Washington Nationals have acquired top prospects shortstop C.J. Abrams, left-handed pitcher MacKenzie Gore, outfielder Robert Hassell III, outfielder James Wood and right-handed pitcher Jarlin Susana as well as Major League first baseman/designated hitter Luke Voit from the San Diego Padres in exchange for outfielder Juan Soto and first baseman Josh Bell on Tuesday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Read More
“Dear PoPville,
Any idea what’s going on with the volleyball courts near the Lincoln Memorial? I used to play there every summer, but the courts were closed down during the pandemic quarantine in spring 20202 and never reopened. I found out last summer that they were undergoing renovation. I drove by recently and the courts appear to be finished with new nets, sand, and everything you need to play the game of volleyball except that the whole area is still inside a construction fence. There’s no information online about why they haven’t opened yet. Read More
From DC United:
“D.C. United announced today that Wayne Rooney has been named as the club’s new Head Coach. Read More
2471 18th Street, NW
Smoke and Barrel closed after 11 years last month (prior the space was home to the legendary Asylum.) Now we know what’s coming next:
Tight Five Pub’s twitter bio says: “Adams Morgan Sports Bar. Where Every Day is a Rugby Day.” Read More
photo by Victoria Pickering
From AlertDC: ” The US Air Force reports at Military Air Craft Fly Over the National Capitol Region at Nationals Park today, Tuesday, June 22, 2022 at 6:55 PM.”
From the Nats: “Military Branch Series presented by Raytheon Technologies – National Guard Day
Flyover by the 175th Wing, from the Maryland Air National Guard, in A-10 jets.”
800 F Street, NW via Puttery
From a press release:
“Puttery, a new indoor golf venue, featuring a modern spin on putting, will welcome guests and open its doors on Thursday, June 23. Owned and operated by Drive Shack Inc., guests can enjoy an upscale social entertainment mini-golf experience featuring three 9-hole courses, each with its own unique theme including Art Museum, featuring bold and vibrant intricacies on display; Conservatory, decorated with nature and prickly cacti; and Illusion, where reality bends and all is not what it seems. Read More
courtesy Puttery
From a press release:
“Puttery (800 F St NW, Washington, D.C. 20004) is set to debut its third location in the nation’s capital. Owned by Drive Shack Inc., the new mini-golf location offers adults an immersive experience of competitive socializing as well as creative culinary menus and craft cocktails unlike any other. Read More
photo by Ian Livingston
“Dear PoPville,
I’m trying to find a good spot for some pick up soccer on a regular basis but I’m not sure when certain fields are used for team practices or league games. Read More
