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“Dedicating millions of dollars to bring an NFL stadium to the District is a bad deal and a poor use of an incredible opportunity.”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user mosley.brian

“Dear PoPville,

I’m sure that you have read about the deal that Dan Snyder/the NFL is trying to jam through Congress to set up a new Redskins stadium at the RFK location. Charles Allen, Ward 6 Councilman, has started a petition for those who oppose such a move and any DC taxpayer money being used to fund such a stadium. Any chance you would post a link to the petition for those who might also be interested? Just FYI, I’m not affiliated in any way with his office — just a very concerned citizen who might just give up all hope on this city if Mayor Bowser throws away millions of my tax dollars to fund a stadium for possibly the worst franchise in all of American sports.

The text of the petition is below. (more…)

Ping Pong Social Club, SPIN, Opening on F Street Tuesday!!

By Prince Of Petworth


Photos by Rey Lopez

Oh my God. I think it’s no secret that I was once the topped ranked amateur ping ponger on the south shore of Strong Island back in ’88. Anyway, maybe my brother could still beat me every time but suffice it to say I was pretty damn good. Which is one helluva a preface for this press release:

“This winter, the ultimate ping pong social experience will arrive in Washington, D.C. SPIN, the beloved ping pong social club founded in New York City with locations across North America, is set to deliver an unparalleled ping pong experience to the residents of the D.C Metro area. SPIN DC is slated to open its doors officially in January but will give D.C. a preview starting December 18th at 1332 F St. NW, bringing its eclectic mix of high-energy social play and love of the sport to our nation’s capital. Washington: welcome to your new offline social network. (more…)

The Race to become the next Racing Presidents for the Nationals is on!!

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Tim Brown

From the Nationals:

“As we gear up for another Washington Nationals Baseball season, the Racing Presidents are training to be better than ever in 2019, and they are looking for new applicants to “run for office” and join the next class of Racing Presidents!

Racing Presidents auditions will take place on Sunday, January 6 and the deadline to apply for a tryout is Saturday, December 15. (more…)

Help Boxers from D.C.’s Headbanger’s Boxing Gym Head to to Salt Lake City to earn a spot on the 2020 Olympic Boxing Team.

By Prince Of Petworth

From a GoFundMe:

“These young men are chasing their dreams to qualify for the USA Boxing Team and earn a spot on the 2020 Olympic Boxing Team. These young men will be traveling to Salt Lake City, Utah. We leave December 2nd and return December 9th. Please help them with a generous donation that will help with making dreams come true. All donations are appreciated. Thank you from the Headbangers Boxing Team.”

National Gallery of Art’s Ice Rink Opens Monday, Navy Yard’s Rink Opens Today!!

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user pablo.raw

From the National Gallery of Art:

“The 2018-2019 ice-skating season at the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Ice Rink will begin November 17 Monday the 19th and continue through March 10, weather permitting. Located on the National Mall between 7th and 9th Streets along Constitution Avenue NW, the ice rink remains a favorite DC destination, attracting thousands of visitors each year. (more…)

Don’t Doubt – D.C. United is Playoffs Bound!!

By Prince Of Petworth


via D.C. United

So sweet!!

The Post reports:

“D.C. (14-11-8) is in fifth place, but with another victory next Sunday at eliminated Chicago, it would ascend another step and host a first-round playoff match Oct. 31 or Nov. 1. Fifth or sixth place would send United on the road.”

STAY TUNED.

Another Chance To Catch the Stanley Cup in Person

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Brandon Morris

From a press release:

“Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) will host the Stanley Cup in her congressional office on Wednesday, October 17, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., in 2136 Rayburn House Office Building (First Floor). Fans can arrive at Norton’s office beginning at 9:30 a.m. and will be admitted in groups of four. Norton introduced a resolution congratulating the Washington Capitals for winning the 2018 Stanley Cup, the first championship in team history. (more…)

Let’s Try to Kick the Weekend Off on the Good Foot – “Outdoor Viewing Party For Washington Capitals Banner Ceremony And Home Opener on October 3rd!”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Phil

From the Washngton Capitals:

“Today, Monumental Sports & Entertainment along with Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that Capital One Arena will broadcast the 2018 Washington Capitals Stanley Cup banner raising ceremony and home opener against the Boston Bruins on the G Street outdoor video board on Wednesday, October 3.

The Capital One Arena video board located above McDonald’s on G Street will broadcast live both the pregame banner raising ceremony and the game against the Boston Bruins. (more…)

Are You Ready for Some Football?

By Prince Of Petworth

Good news for football fans in north country from Moreland’s Tavern:

“This Sunday we will have Singers Significant Meats join us in the kitchen. Chef has created some awesome specials including a Pastrami Egg Sandwich, Reuben Sliders, and Brisket Tacos.   We will have 5 TV’s showing 5 different games at the upstairs bar, including our new 100in projection screen. Drink specials every week will be $5 DC Brau, $5 Terrapin’s, $4 Miller Lite as well as $5 Bloody Marys.”


5501 14th Street, NW at Colorado/Kennedy

And for folks around U Street: Don’t Call it a Comeback, The Prospect is back:

“They will be open Thursday night -Sunday night for football season and most likely for March Madness. The food menu, for the time being, is much smaller until they get up to full speed.

Grab a seat at the bar & enjoy a ice cold beer with some of our signature Wings!”


1214 U Street, NW

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