photo by Erin
Thanks to Sandy for passing on from the National Park Service:
“Effective October 1, the East Potomac Tennis Center is closed as part of a transition between operators. The center will remain closed until at least June 2025 as the new operator completes improvements to the facilities. (more…)
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“Dear PoPville,
Heard that East Potomac tennis center is closing on October 1st after 30 years due to issues with the landlord or lease? Any intel?”
East Potomac Tennis Center’s website says:
“Dear East Potomac Tennis Center Patrons,
As you may be aware, NPS is in negotiations with East Potomac Raquet Sports for a long-term lease of the East Potomac Tennis Center. (more…)
photo by Erin
“Dear PoPville,
I’ve Googled extensively but haven’t been able to find a list of bars in DC that are showing US Open Tennis. We ventured to Millie’s over the weekend and the vibe was great, but it wasn’t Metro friendly and took us an hour to get there. Hoping someone has a recommendation for a Metro friendly bar airing the US Open…that also hopefully has decent wine, bar food and like minded tennis fans.” (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
There is a public tennis court at 23rd and N St, NW that one or more daycares use as a giant playpen. It’s unfair to players who would like to use the court, the kids rip down the nets, and (more…)
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“Dear PoPville,
My New Year’s resolution was to learn tennis (I’m an absolute beginner). I’ve signed up for some lessons at Rock Creek but they are expensive ($100/1 hour lesson). Do readers recommend anyone local in the Columbia Heights area that gives private lessons? Assume others might want to know too, as we approach spring!”
“Dear PoPville,
I’m a huge fan of pickleball but hate going out to Arlington for decent courts — friends have sent photos of people playing on the 18th street tennis courts at night (photo above). Do you have any idea of who this group is/if they’re part of a league anyone could join?”
photo by Kitsch & Classics
“Dear PoPville,
I’m looking for other pickle ball players to play with – any skill level really. I’m eager (and have 4 paddles!), so wondering if anyone else is also eager for some pickleball action?? (more…)