Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.6.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # PoPville Welcome to the beautiful life ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.popville.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Happy 40th Birthday to Vlad, The Zoo's "totally tubular two-toed sloth"!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/happy-40th-birthday-dc-vlad-zoo-two-toed-sloth/) - The National Zoo is no stranger to great content but this might be their best (non panda related) post. It's not just America have a big birthday - big celebration from the Smithsonian's National Zoo on Tuesday: "Be kind. Rewind…to 1986. Vlad, our totally tubular two-toed sloth, turns 40 today! 🎉 Small Mammal House keepers - [Takoma Park "4th of July Parade and Street Party cancelled due to extreme heat."](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/takoma-park-4th-of-july-parade-and-street-party-cancelled-due-to-extreme-heat/) - Yikes. From Main Street Takoma: "4th of July Parade and Street Party cancelled due to extreme heat. The event will not be rescheduled." Stay cool. Updates if we hear of changes/cancellations for any other 4th of July events. - [Ovechkin: “I’m back!” One Year Contract Signed!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/ovechkin-one-year-contract-signed-washington-capitals/) - Huge news from the Caps: "The Washington Capitals have re-signed captain Alex Ovechkin to a one-year contract extension, Senior Vice President and General Manager Chris Patrick announced today. Ovechkin will earn $1 million in salary, a $4.75 million games-played bonus (10 games) and a $3.25 million signing bonus. Ovechkin’s contract will carry an average annual - [Lupo Pizzeria Closed on 14th Street Tuesday Night, Sofra on 14th Soft Opened](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/lupo-pizzeria-closed-dc-14th-street-sofra-on-14th-soft-opened/) - "Offering late night innovative, elevated Italian street food 7 days a week. Open until midnight Mon- Sund 🍕" Before Lupo Pizzeria this space was the former home to a Taylor Gourmet which closed in 2018. Prior to them this was the longtime home to Ruff n Ready. Thanks to Rich for sending: "Lupo Pizzeria (opened - [What The Helen of Troy was in the Sky Last Night? Drones, Helicopters, Planes, Starlink, Aliens?](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/what-the-helen-of-troy-was-in-the-sky-last-night/) - Thanks to E. for sending: "Spotted in Takoma/Takoma Park last night around 8:30pm. Dozens of these specks in the sky!" And thanks to C. for sending later in the night: "What the UFO did I just witness in the sky tonight?" "Seen near River Terrace tonight (Wednesday.) NORAD? Aliens? Starlink?" Speculation from our IG post - ["More Fireworks on MBT - With the number of people and children who use the trail every day, this is so dangerous and scary."](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/more-fireworks-dc-mbt-children-dangerous/) - "Dear PoPville, Just wanted to add a follow up warning to your post about the fireworks at Tanner Park’s movie night last week. Anyone using the MBT should be very aware of their surroundings this weekend and use extra caution passing through. Today (Wednesday) at about 6:45pm, a kid was holding and shooting a lit - [The Latest from Logan Circle Park - A Water Fountain!! And more photos](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/logan-circle-park-dc-water-fountain-and-more-photos/) - Yesterday we shared the latest from Logan Circle, "Green Fences Down, Orange Fences Up – but Sidewalks Open!" Thanks to Tom for sending the new water fountain in Logan Circle. And thanks to Emily for sending below: "We can now enter Logan circle though construction workers appear to be replacing the orange constructing fencing with - ["DC's naughtiest statue is GONE."](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/dc-naughtiest-statue-gone/) - Thanks to Mindy for sending this staggering news from Columbia Heights: "DC's naughtiest statue is GONE. It was there in early April and then when I walked by again about two weeks ago, it was gone. I saw a neighbor this morning and asked if she knew what happened to it and she said she - [Heaven and Hell at Rose Ave Bakery](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/woodley-park-dc-rose-ave-bakery/) - First the Heavenly bit from Rose Ave Bakery (2633 Connecticut Ave, NW): "Calling all glizzy enthusiasts. 📣🌭 Available Friday through Sunday, our Hot Dog Croissant is stuffed with cheesy mustard béchamel, and finished with a dill pickle. This is what hot dog dreams are made of." But also the painful bit: "Everything has been made - [Happy 4th of July Weekend - Stay Cool and Feel Free to Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/happy-4th-of-july-weekend-stay-cool-and-feel-free-to-rant-and-or-revel/) - photo by angela n. You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [DC Open House List for This Weekend: July 3, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/dc-open-house-list-for-this-weekend-july-3-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. The District is trading open-house signs for sparklers this Fourth of July weekend, and with only 57 open houses on the calendar citywide, the holiday slowdown makes for a low-key chance to tour at your own pace. We’ve rounded up six to get you started. To see the - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2170/) - photo by Owenphotography20 You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in - [More Fences Down - Glorious Grass at Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park!! Heads Up Tho, "Hegseth is having an event"](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/more-fences-down-glorious-grass-at-meridian-hill-malcolm-x-park/) - Thanks to all who emailed/messaged us yesterday afternoon and this morning: "THE FENCING IS GONE YAY!" "Aaaaand I just tried to walk back through and it’s closed and there’s an event with tons of troops. The scoop from a free dc person is that hegseth is having an event. Upper lawn area is still open - ["The State Fair isn’t the only show on the Mall. Check out the Smithsonian Folklife Festival."](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/state-fair-isnt-only-show-check-out-smithsonian-folklife-festival/) - "Dear PoPville, The Smithsonian folklife festival has moved indoors to the Arts and Industries building, a Victorian exhibition hall - artisans like Hawk Henries (shown above performing on Native flutes he made) are sharing their art with the public. The State Fair isn’t the only show on the Mall." Check out the Smithsonian folklife festival - [Today* in Corgis*** Around Town](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/today-in-corgis-washington-dc-town/) - Thanks to JP for sending. Corgis*** around Town is made possible by the Friends of the Delabere Pritchett Blaine Society. ***This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT a corgi but the series started with corgis and I can be obstinate…send your finds to princeofpetworth@gmail.com - [Missed Connection - "D60 towards Mount Pleasant on Friday, June 26"](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/missed-connection-d60-bus-mount-pleasant/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville, You: dressed in a suit, carrying a Daily Provisions bag. Me: in a long brown skirt and white top. We got on the D60 heading towards Mount - [JUST IN: Logan Circle Park Update - Green Fences Down, Orange Fences Up - but Sidewalks Open!](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/logan-circle-park-update-green-fences-down-orange-fences-up-but-sidewalks-open/) - Thanks to all who sent in photos of Logan Circle park today: "Main fence is down but no access to grass areas. Sidewalks are open." "Green fence coming down at Logan Circle" Stay tuned. - ["WTF is this???"](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/wtf-is-this/) - "Dear PoPville, So I started checking the Washington Monument live web cam back when “86 47” showed up in the Mall lawn by the WWII monument. I loved watching the numbers develop each day, and laughed at how ridiculous the attempts to then dye the grass green made the numbers even more legible from the - [Another Tesla Robotaxi Spotted?](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/another-tesla-robotaxi-spotted-washington-dc/) - "Dear PoPville, I saw this on Connecticut Ave, near H (by the White House). From my Googling, Tesla's Cyber Cab Robotaxi is what it appears to be!" ICYMI: “Calling Your Robotaxi We’re bringing autonomous rides to you today—starting with Model Y. Autonomous Robotaxi rides are currently being offered in Austin, Texas. To get started, download - ["US Marshal, FBI, DEA agents outside Rosarios at 14th..."](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/us-marshal-fbi-dea-agents-outside-rosarios-at-14th/) - 3600 block of 14th Street, NW A reader reports Tuesday afternoon: "Multiple unmarked SUVs, one without a plate: One DEA agent had his face covered..." ICYMI June 25, 2026: Bystander “Shot by Taser by US Marshals” in Columbia Heights. - [Captain Cookie on Closure in Cleveland Park "we simply could not bring in enough revenue to support the astronomical and rapidly rising costs of labor, utilities, insurance and supplies."](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/captain-cookie-on-closure-dc-cleveland-park/) - 3411 Connecticut Ave, NW The owner of Captain Cookie shares the below note with us: "In December 2021 when Kirk and I signed a 10 year lease for 3411 Connecticut Ave it was, as it is with every new venture, with a mix of nerves and excitement. We'd been operating our DC-founded cookies & ice - [Projected on Columbia Road](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/projected-on-columbia-road/) - 1700 block of Columbia Road, NW "Dear PoPville, As seen in Adams Morgan (Monday night), a counter of the lies being told my our one only dear leader." - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2169/) - photo by angela n. You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - ["looks like Potter’s House won’t be moving forward after all. Sad news."](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/potters-house-update-adams-morgan-dc-sad-news/) - 1658 Columbia Road, NW "looks like Potter’s House won’t be moving forward after all. Sad news." Thanks to BGK for passing on this note to us: "Dear Friends, Thank you for attending the meeting on June 24 when representatives of 8th Day Faith Community and Uplift 202 met with community members to discuss a proposed - [Augie's Mussel House & Beer Garden Sign Up at the old Talea space!](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/talea-cleveland-park-augies-mussel-house-beer-garden/) - 3228 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Thanks to Ellen for sending the new Augie's Mussel House & Beer Garden sign up at the old Talea space on Wisconsin Ave. "Upper NW DC's newest gathering spot is on its way! Augie's Mussel House & Beer Garden is coming to Cathedral Heights with Belgian-inspired mussels and clams, a carefully - [Happy July 1st - Please Enjoy This Last*** Christmas Tree in Town PLUS a Pumpkin!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/happy-july-1st-please-enjoy-this-last-christmas-tree-in-town-plus-a-pumpkin/) - Thanks to John for sending this double score: "Last Xmas tree in Town Plus a Bonus Jack-o-lantern! Seen in Petworth….." “After February 28, 2026, holiday trees and greenery should be placed at the normal point of collection for trash and recycling. Holiday trees and greenery will be collected as space permits in the truck.” ***Last - [MORE Military Flyovers Coming - This Time for The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD)](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/more-military-flyovers-coming-dc-norad/) - From Alert DC last night: "The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) will conduct routine live-fly exercises over the National Capital Region between June 30 and July 2 from midnight to 5:30 a.m. Expect low flying aircraft, loud noises. All NORAD exercises are carefully planned and closely controlled." ICYMI: Unrelated and for the 250 anniversary - [DC Fresh Finds for July 1, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/dc-fresh-finds-for-july-1-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. This fully renovated Petworth rowhome comes with something DC buyers rarely get — a two-car carport: 5319 4th St NW Classic Petworth rowhouse, fully renovated Rare two-car carport Quartz-and-butcher-block chef's kitchen Spa-inspired primary ensuite Finished lower level with fireplace Other Notable Fresh Listings: The Most Expensive Home of - ["The Park at 14th, will pay $243,350 to harmed workers and the District to resolve an investigation into alleged violations of DC’s wage and hour laws."](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/the-park-at-14th-will-pay-243350-to-harmed-workers-and-the-district-to-resolve-an-investigation-into-alleged-violations-of-dcs-wage-and-hour-laws/) - 920 14th Street, NW photo by DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb From the office of the DC Attorney General: "Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced that Park Place Inc., which owns and operates the restaurant, nightclub, and event venue The Park at 14th, will pay $243,350 to harmed workers and the District to resolve - [Behold the "Nixon Memorial" in all it's Beauty - For the curious - it's just a ventilation shaft for the 395 highway tunnel below.](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/behold-the-nixon-memorial-in-all-its-beauty-for-the-curious-its-just-a-ventilation-shaft-for-the-395-highway-tunnel-below/) - 2nd/3rd Mass. and H Street, NW OR that's what they want you to believe... "Dear PoPville, This structure has perplexed me for 30 years. Just off Mass Ave at 2nd and H NW I believe. Probably a utility structure. I could Google but there’s probably some better hive knowledge out there." We used to get - [MASTIHA Taverna Still Open in Union Market!](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/mastiha-taverna-still-open-dc-union-market/) - "Dear PoPville, Unfortunately, our business has hit an unexpected pause after a devastating fire in a neighboring unit of our commercial kitchen complex. While our kitchen wasn’t directly damaged, we’re waiting on remediation before we can return to production—a process that’s already been ongoing for a month and could still take several more weeks or - [Meanwhile at the Barbie Pond - Reflecting Pond Hitting Home](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/meanwhile-at-the-barbie-pond-paint-peeling/) - Thanks to Nora, Rozi and Steve for sending: "It looks like the lining in the Barbie Fountain is peeling off. Sad. #AlgaeBTQ+" LOTS MORE PHOTOS: "Thank goodness for the Barbie Pond!" Continuing Coverage of the Q Street Barbies is made possible by readers like you! - ["Any idea why yards park is drained and non-functioning during the heat wave?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/any-idea-why-yards-park-is-drained-and-non-functioning-during-the-heat-wave/) - 355 Water Street, SE "Dear PoPville, Anyone know when the splash pad at Navy Yard will reopen? Summer is asking." Stay tuned. - [Big Demo Action on H Street, NE](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/demo-action-dc-h-street-ne/) - Thanks to G. and W. for sending: "Demolition work at 10th and H Street, NE. Looks like the mural survives for now. Didn't know it wasn't attached to the building. They're tearing every thing down to the wall with the old Duffys." "Several buildings are coming down at 11th and H ST NE after sitting - [Behold A Slew of Sweet City Rides I've been meaning to post](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/behold-a-slew-of-sweet-city-rides-ive-been-meaning-to-post/) - Thanks to S. for sending the beauty above. Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! Send your sightings to princeofpetworth@gmail.com thanks! Thanks to Mary for sending this awesome old Buick below: Thanks to John for sending this classic below: Thanks to Aaron for sending this killer below: Thanks - [FlowWell Yoga + Wellness "Black-Owned Yoga Brand Joins All-Local Retail Lineup at the Bridge District"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/black-owned-yoga-brand-joins-all-local-retail-lineup-at-the-bridge-district/) - 650 Howard Road, SE From a press release: "Redbrick LMD announced today that FlowWell Yoga + Wellness, one of Washington, D.C.'s fastest-growing yoga communities, will open a new pop-up studio called The Sanctuary at the Bridge District at 650 Howard Road SE. Since 2022, FlowWell Yoga + Wellness has built one of the region's fastest-growing - [Friends of the White Whale Society Presents – Catching Up on the Queue](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/friends-of-the-white-whale-society-presents-catching-up-on-the-queue/) - Thanks to Frank for sending the absolute beauty above Tennessee Avenue NE, just across from Lincoln Park. Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to princeofpetworth@gmail.com The queue is DEEP but all of your photos are appreciated! Behold another beautiful - [DO YOU BELIEVE IN MIRACLES?!? After 669 Days our Nightmare is Finally Over!! (No not that one.) The Wendy's has finally Reopened! And 24 Hours/Day at that!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/petworth-wendys-open-24-hours/) - August 27, 2024 at 9:55AM a date that had been living in infamy, for a special of few, of which I am one... "COMING TO YOU LIVE FROM INSIDE THE PETWORTH WENDY'S. NOT A DRILL 🚨🚨🚨" Thanks to Nathan for sending the shot above and all (and I mean all, I haven't gotten this many - [Educated Guessing the "Cost of These Flyovers"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/guessing-cost-washington-dc-flyovers/) - photo by angela n. "Dear PoPville, Not sure if this has been said yet, but rough math puts Wednesday night’s flyovers at nearly $2 million. And these are supposed to happen throughout the next 15 days. Not a great use of taxpayer $$$. Military uses cost per flight hour. B2 alone is$160k- $200k/hour and they - [South Block Opens Today - Peek Inside](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/south-block-looks-ready-to-roll-peek-inside/) - 4523 Wisconsin Ave, NW Thanks to David and everyone else for sending photos from the new South Block. Peek inside: ICYMI, August 2025: After 20 Years in Tenleytown – Robeks “fruit smoothies and healthy eats” has closed. January 13, 2026 New “Juice Bar Restaurant” coming to the old Robeks space!! For those not familiar with - [Meanwhile on the BW Parkway...](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/meanwhile-on-the-bw-parkway/) - "Dear PoPville, I know this is kind of out of your realm but......." SKILLS! - ["Strange NPS management of Anacostia waterfront along Anacostia Park"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/strange-nps-management-dc-anacostia-waterfront/) - 2026 "Dear PoPville, I live in the Navy Yard and enjoy running the trail in Anacostia Park. It's always been delightful to have our own little slice of urban wildlife along the riverfront. This week during a run, it was impossible not to notice how the riverfront has been destroyed. It appears that NPS clear - [BUT That's Not All - Check Out One Drop Records - Now Home to Shaw's Tavern](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/but-thats-not-all-check-out-one-drop-records-now-home-to-shaws-tavern/) - 576 Florida Ave, NW photo by Brian Liu/toolboxdc And I've found another incredible photo Brian Liu/toolboxdc has shared with us - the old One Drop Records now home to Shaw's Tavern. Wild!! - [Check Out These Incredible Photos from 2002 of the Old Bi-Rite Super Market in Columbia Heights - Became Meridian Pint and later Makan](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/check-out-these-incredible-photos-from-2002-of-the-old-bi-rite-super-market-in-columbia-heights-became-meridian-pint-and-later-makan/) - 11th and Park Road, NW photos by Brian Liu/ToolboxDC taken around September 2002 Oh WOW!! I've been meaning to share these for a while but keep forgetting. This building would eventually become home to Meridian Pint and Makan and now sits vacant. Though I have heard some scuttlebutt... but I'll come back to that when - [Streets Market Still Coming to P Street!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/streets-market-still-coming-to-p-street/) - 2130 P Street, NW But still has a ways to go... Thanks to GN for sending: "Maybe Streets Market at P and 22nd is going to open at last." STAY TUNED. - [Check out the Moongate Cafe Omusubi Cart soft launched outside Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/moongate-cafe-omusubi-cart/) - Exciting news from the Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art on Friday: "We’re soft launching the Moongate Cafe Omusubi Cart today! Stop by until 2:30pm for fresh omusubi, snacks, soft drinks, canned wine and more on the outdoor plaza at 12th St. & Jefferson Dr. SW Which flavors should we make this summer?" - ["D.C. Police Agree To Compensate District Resident Handcuffed for Playing Star Wars “Imperial March” Theme Near National Guard Troops"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-police-compensate-district-resident-handcuffed-playing-star-wars-imperial-march/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer From the DC ACLU: "The District of Columbia has agreed to pay to settle a First Amendment lawsuit, brought by the American Civil Liberties Union of the District of Columbia (ACLU-D.C.), on behalf of Sam O’Hara, a D.C. resident who was handcuffed for playing the "Imperial March" from Star Wars while - ["Concrete Truck Spill" in Columbia Heights](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/concete-truck-spill-in-columbia-heights/) - "Dear PoPville, A concrete mixer truck spilled concrete all over the street in front of my driveway (13th St @ Kenyon NW). My camera caught it: Aggregate Industries. But I haven't been able to find a contact for them and the Google number listed for them is out of service. Just wanted to share in - [Snipers at Nats Park - Wait, What?! Why?](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/snipers-dc-nats-park-wait-what-why/) - "Dear PoPville, Snipers on the roof at Nats Park? What the actual f*** is this country coming to? It's really too bad that each day it feels a little more like we're living in a police state." Anyone know if a VIP was attending the game or do they do this for all games now? - ["Thank you to hit and run bystanders"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/thank-you-to-hit-and-run-bystanders/) - "Dear PoPville, On June 5th around 8pm, I was hit while riding a CaBi at Florida and 11th Street, NW by a hit and run driver. I wanted to send a heartfelt thank you to the bystanders who came to my aid immediately after. They blocked traffic, called 911, contacted my sister to alert her - [And Concluding Our Rat Coverage, God Help Us, with "Councilmember Henderson Introduces Legislation to Increase Rodent Abatement Efforts"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/and-concluding-our-rat-coverage-god-help-us-council-efforts/) - From the office of Councilmember Henderson: "On Monday, June 22, Councilmember Henderson introduced the Rodent Education and Management Yields Results (REMY) Amendment Act of 2026. The bill targets eliminating food sources for rodents while protecting residents from health risks associated with untrained application of rodenticides. “Rodent problems are prevailing in the District,” Councilmember Henderson stated. - [JUST IN: Action at the Atlantic Plumbing Movie Theatre in Shaw!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/action-atlantic-plumbing-movie-theatre-dc-shaw/) - 2112 8th Street, NW Thanks to Jay for sending: "New chairs at Atlantic Plumbing movie theater Shaw" Nice! - [Speaking of Rats - "Kingman Park Launches Year-Long Rat Fertility Control Study"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/speaking-of-rats-kingman-park-launches-year-long-rat-fertility-control-study/) - "A rat in DC’s Kingman Park neighborhood is captured by the remote monitoring cameras deployed for research. Photo by Dr. Rebecca M. Gooley of WISDOM Good Works." "Dear PoPville, Rats have been a hot topic in DC—from DC Health’s rat blitz to a swelling rodent population driven by climate change. The DC Responsible Rat Management - ["A Better Rat zapper?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/a-better-rat-zapper/) - "Dear PoPville, Anyone have advice as to how to make the rats more “Fully committed to the trap?” My old rat zapper actually worked well. The new model - sadly total fail." - [Speaking of Ice Cream, Smoothies and Lemonade - More Coming Soon!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/speaking-of-ice-cream-smoothies-and-lemonade-more-coming-soon/) - Action at the Downtowner “Delicatessen Cafe”! Or that little kiosk attached to it anyway: Stay tuned! 20th and I Street, NW ICYMI: Sad news from POPPABOX: “Thank You again for supporting us throughout the years.” Poppabox opened here back in March 2014. Prior this space was the longtime home to Tony’s flowers. - [Notes from your Neighbors - "Don't Be This Guy"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/notes-from-your-neighbors-dont-be-this-guy/) - "Dear PoPville, These popped up in Lanier Heights last night." The note says: "Attention! Don't be THIS GUY Stealing packages is a crime. Criminals end up in jail. We see you. We report you. Don't risk it." - [DC Open House List for This Weekend: June 26, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-open-house-list-for-this-weekend-june-26-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. DC Open House List for This Weekend: June 26, 2026 Summer is in full swing across the District, and with 267 open houses on the calendar this weekend, there's no better time to grab an iced coffee and tour a few homes before the heat peaks. From a - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/07/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2168/) - photo by Adam Fagen You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2167/) - photo by Mamie D. Lee Community Garden You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2166/) - photo by Nikki You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in - [Crunch Scuttlebutt Update: Bookstore Out, Squash Studio In!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-crunch-scuttlebutt-update-bookstore-out-squash-studio-in/) - 5100 Wisconsin Ave, NW Last we heard back in May, the old Crunch space was possibly going to become a bookstore. Sadly that has fallen through. HOWEVER, and I suppose this a bit niche, I hear that an upscale squash studio is now likely taking the space. Any squash players in PoPville? STAY TUNED. - [Moving on from Apples to Hotdogs and, uh, well you're just gonna have to read it...](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/from-apples-to-hotdogs-dc-just-gonna-have-to-read-it/) - photo by Lorie Shaull "Dear PoPville, Random overhearing of a nurse or doctor’s phone convo on the street at a stop light as I scooted home from dinner: “ugh clinic was so annoying today we get this dude like once every few months that tries to swallow a hotdog whole and it has to be - ["WENDY'S UPDATE!!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/wendys-update/) - 3900 Georgia Ave, NW Thanks to Chris and Lydia for sending: "Stickers have been applied to the windows, the sign has changed, and I saw some guys in red shirts going in this morning…training perhaps??" 3900 Georgia Ave, NW ICYMI: Back in May we checked in on the reopening status of the Petworth Wendy’s and - [Regarding the Reflecting Pool, Well, The Park Police Major Crimes Unit is on it...](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/regarding-reflecting-pool-park-police-bolo/) - "BULLETIN/BOLO: The United States Park Police is seeking assistance in identifying the individual depicted here in connection with a Destruction of Government Property investigation. The incident occurred on June 19, 2026, at approximately 3:36 p.m. at the Reflecting Pool on the grounds of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC." - ["The fireworks incident at last night's movie at Tanner Park was terrible"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/fireworks-incident-movie-dc-tanner-park-terrible/) - "Dear PoPville, The fireworks incident at last night's movie was terrible, and I'm glad no one was seriously hurt (and i hope that's still true), but IMO it was just a matter of time, as uncorrected behaviors tend to escalate. over the years, the MPD has sat by and watched people set off fireworks there - [Benches Back in Logan Circle Park! Official Word from NPS on their reopening date](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/benches-back-dc-logan-circle-park-nps-reopening-date/) - Thanks to Ammie and Tim for sending yesterday: "Workers were unloading new benches and starting to install in Logan Circle this afternoon, hopefully we’re getting closer to the re-opening?" Here is the official word from NPS on their reopening date: "Work is anticipated to be completed in the near future and will be announced once - [Bystander "Shot by Taser by US Marshals" in Columbia Heights](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/shot-by-taser-us-marshals-dc-columbia-heights-civilian/) - 14th and Fairmont Street, NW "Dear PoPville, I live in Columbia Heights and was on my way to run an errand (Wednesday, 12:15pm), waiting at the 14th and Fairmont (south) bus stop, when a group of armed men in bulletproof vests came running from the direction of the corner gas station firing their weapons towards - [Here's Where Bizzeria, from Yellow's (et al), Michael Rafidi, is coming in Georgetown](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/bizzeria-yellow-michael-rafidi-dc-georgetown/) - 3246 Prospect Street, NW "Wood-fired sourdough bizza & natural wine coming to an alley in Georgetown - Fall 26’ 🍕" We first learned of this action back in April. Some progress!! The liquor license application for Bizzeria says: "New Retailer’s Class “C” Tavern with a Seating Capacity of 45 inside premises, a Summer Garden with - [You Like Apples? How Do You Like This Apple Event?!?](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/you-like-apples-how-do-you-like-this-apple-event/) - "Dear PoPville, I saw this flyer by the checkout at Speedy Snack in Penn Quarter. So awesome. 🍎 🍏" hahaha amazing. Love it: "eat an apple with me Saturday, Aug 15 2:00pm Come eat an apple with me RSVP for a free Apple Malcom X (Meridian Hill) park sun dial 2:00-2:05" - [Today* in Corgis*** Around Town](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/today-in-corgis-around-town-128/) - Thanks to Jeff for sending from Petworth. ***This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT a corgi but the series started with corgis and I can be obstinate…send your finds to princeofpetworth@gmail.com - ["Justice for Nolberto Meza + Peace To His Soul"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/justice-for-nolberto-meza-peace-to-his-soul/) - Thanks to AG for sending "From the Taft Bridge this morning." A GoFundMe has also been launched: "Hello, We are raising funds to cover the funeral expenses of our beloved Nolberto Armando Sanabria Meza, who passed away in Washington, DC. At this moment, his body is being held at the Office of the Medical Examiner - [Celebrate America’s 250th — Clyde's limited edition merch is here](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/celebrate-americas-250th-clydes-limited-edition-merch-is-here-cly1/) - Raise a glass to America's 250th birthday! To celebrate, Clyde's Restaurant Group, a DC institution since 1963, has released a limited-edition merch collection — and once they're gone, they're gone. A donkey and an elephant, dressed to the nines in red, white, and blue, clinking glasses across the table. Because at Clyde's, the bar has always been - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2165/) - photo by Adam Fagen You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - ["removal of wall art around Harriet Tubman Elementary"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/removal-of-wall-art-around-harriet-tubman-elementary/) - "Dear PoPville, I was saddened to see that they're power-washing the mural off the walls around Harriet Tubman Elementary today. Hopefully it'll be replaced with new student artwork?" I believe I heard new artwork is supposed to be painted, anyone else hear that? - [Missed Connection - All Souls](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/missed-connection-all-souls/) - 8th and T Street, NW Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville, All Souls Wednesday 6/24 8 pm You were sitting at the bar when I walked in, and I mistook you for someone I was meeting for - ["Washington Gas construction issues"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/washington-gas-construction-issues/) - "Dear PoPville, I live on 1200 block of Penn Street NE and Washington Gas has been doing construction since October. While this has been disruptive (very loud and limited parking), they've seemingly disappeared but there is water actively leaking out of their construction for over a week now." - ["Planned Parenthood Protestor Antics - Is this even legal?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/planned-parenthood-protestor-antics-is-this-even-legal/) - "Dear PoPville, I was walking by the Planned Parenthood on 4th St NE Wednesday morning some time around 7:30 or 8am. There were a small handful of protestors out front, which is not unusual at all. What I was surprised by was that they were armed with a megaphone/loud noisemaker and started blaring what sounded - [About those Flyovers Last Night AND REMEMBER Many More Coming](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/about-those-flyovers-last-night-and-remember-many-more-coming/) - "Tonight, 8 aircraft will fly in formation above the National Mall as part of the opening of the Great American State Fair. The formation features the B-52 Stratofortress, the F-15 Eagle, the F/A-18 Super Hornet, and the F-35C Lightning II, representing the full arc of American aviation from the Cold War era to the Navy’s - [MOOD - Do Not, Under Any Circumstances... And here are the Street Closures for the Great American State Fair](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/mood-ferris-wheel-washington-dc-national-mall/) - The funniest comment I saw about the Ferris Wheel going up on the Mall said something along the lines of: "Do not, and I can not emphasize this enough, under any circumstances take a ride on this Ferris Wheel." I mean what could possibly... hahaha, chef's kiss. I thought the photo above that a reader - [Sweet City Ride](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/sweet-city-ride-1125/) - Thanks to G. for sending this absolute stunner. Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - [Missed Connection - corner of 15th and K NW around 9:30am (Today, Wed.)](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/missed-connection-corner-of-15th-and-k-nw/) - photo by Erin Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville, Me: brunette woman in dark olive green top and sunglasses. You: brunette man, coincidentally also in dark olive green top. We passed each other on the corner of - ["it was a “mistake” for our block to get shut off" or was it not?](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/it-was-a-mistake-for-our-block-to-get-shut-off/) - "Dear PoPville, So my block 14TH Street NE between Constitution Avenue and C Street has been without water since 9:30 am (and will be until 5:30 p.m.) but DC Water forgot to actually notify us, so no one was prepared. Other nearby streets were notified but not our block. A DC Water guy told me - ["West Potomac Park fenced off"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/west-potomac-park-fenced-off/) - "Dear PoPville, I drove by this afternoon and immediately flinched, given Trump’s expressed desire to turn a “wasteland” into some grotesque chessboard-like Madam Tausade-scale statue memorial to questionable and dishonorable figures from American history. While that could still happen, absent a comprehensive change in House and Senate majorities, and a rediscovery of congressional oversight powers, - [Fire in Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park Saturday Night](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/fire-dc-meridian-hill-malcolm-x-park-saturday-night/) - "Dear PoPville, Why set fire to the shrubs on the walk ramp on the 15th St side of the park?" I'm imagining mental health issues? Thanks to Bobo for sending video of the flames: "Fire in meridian hill park Saturday evening. Cause unknown." - [Checking in on Cinder's Status in Petworth - Reopening Sitch Not Looking Good](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/cinder-status-dc-petworth-not-looking-good/) - 800 Upshur Street, NW Yesterday Cinder BBQ shared a frustrating update from the rain in Petworth: "We've been asked by many of you why nothing has been happening towards a possible reopening. Here's one reason, and probably the main one. Every time it rains, it pours into the kitchen and a bit into the dining - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Pileated Woodpecker chicks](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/today-in-hawks-around-town-pileated-woodpecker-chicks/) - Thanks to Christopher for sending: "a pair of Pileated Woodpecker chicks right off Connecticut Ave overpass of the Klingle trail, the tree is 20 yards from the bridge with the nest and you can hear them calling their parents." If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a - ["The Grace opens July 1, bringing elevated -- and well-priced -- American tavern favorites to Shaw"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/the-grace-opens-well-priced-american-tavern-dc-shaw/) - photo by Hawkeye Johnson Photography From a press release: "The Grace (1539 Seventh St. NW), the latest restaurant from Chef Sanjay Mandhaiya (Karravaan, Pappe), is set to open July 1 in Shaw. A modern American saloon with well-priced pub favorites and classic, approachable cocktails, the Grace aims to be a neighborhood destination that encourages repeat - ["Unido Brings Panamanian Coffee and Culture to Buzzard Point" Grand Opening this Saturday!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/unido-panamanian-coffee-and-culture-dc-buzzard-point/) - 101 V Street, SW From a press release: "Panamanian coffee house Unido is expanding its presence in Washington, D.C. this June with the opening of its third location at The Stacks in Buzzard Point. A grand opening celebration will be held on Saturday, June 27th from 8am-12pm, where the first 50 guests will be treated - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2164/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Tresind & Revelry coming to Penn Quarter](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/tresind-revelry-coming-to-penn-quarter/) - 13th and F Street, NW The liquor license application for Tresind & Revelry says: "A Class “C” Tavern with 200 seats and a Total Occupancy Load of 300. Applicant requesting Entertainment and Holiday Extension of Hours Endorsements." Unclear exactly where but that's a pretty big space so it looks like they could be coming to - [DC Fresh Finds for June 24, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-fresh-finds-for-june-24-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. This renovated Park View rowhome comes with a lower unit already renting for $2,575 a month: 1011 Otis Pl NW Four-level 2022 renovation Income unit renting $2,575/month Floating wrought-iron staircase Lower suite with private entrance + kitchen Park View/Petworth corridor Other Notable Fresh Listings: The Most Expensive Home - [END OF AN ERA at Steak 'n Egg BUT "Tenley Provisions Opens Sofie's, Bistro Metzger, and El Jefe Woodfired Pizza under one roof—a gathering place for all of Tenleytown."](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/end-of-an-era-dc-steak-n-egg-tenley-provisions-opens-tenleytown/) - 4700 Wisconsin Ave, NW ALL THE INFO: "Tenley Provisions, a new neighborhood eatery at 4700 Wisconsin Ave NW, is opening in the heart of Tenleytown on Wednesday, June 24th, stepping into the previous Steak 'n Egg space. The eatery brings together three culinary concepts under one roof: Sofie's, a fast-casual café serving fresh crêpes and - [Holy!! NYC's Holy Burger coming to Sherman Ave!! (in the former De Rhum Spot space)](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/nyc-holy-burger-coming-dc-sherman-ave/) - "Saw the crew working there - should open soon!" Thanks to all who emailed/messaged us the good news! "At Holy Burger, we serve delicious, beef burgers, mouth-watering fried chicken sandwiches, and indulgent shakes right in the heart of NYC. Our menu features a range of locally sourced, high-quality ingredients, crafted into classic American favorites and - [Friends of the White Whale Society Presents – Kalorama Park](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/friends-of-the-white-whale-society-presents-kalorama-park/) - Thanks to Brecht for sending this great shot from Kalorama Park. Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to princeofpetworth@gmail.com The queue is DEEP but all of your photos are appreciated! - [You Like Mangoes? You LOVE Mangoes? 'Taste the Tropical Magic' Mango Festival is Saturday!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/mango-festival-dupont-circle-saturday/) - From the Embassy of India: "Join us at Dupont Circle this Saturday June 27 at 12PM for 'Taste the Tropical Magic' — an afternoon dedicated to India's celebrated mango varieties, featuring complimentary tastings for all." This is a VERY popular event so prepare for crowds of fellow mango lovers. - ["DPR Aquatic's Mismanagement is Threatening the Future of DC Wave"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dpr-aquatics-mismanagement-threatening-future-dc-wave/) - photo by Kyle "Dear PoPville, I am a parent of a DC Wave swimmer and a member of the team's Booster Club. I want to raise awareness of an issue facing the District's long-standing swim club, DC Wave, that has provided a competitive opportunity for a diverse group of young athletes across the city since - [Down Goes the Papa Johns, Fortunately Satay Club Open and Always Awesome!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/down-goes-the-papa-johns/) - 4656 Wisconsin Ave, NW Thanks to Chris for sending word about Papa Johns closing in Tenleytown near the Steak n Egg: Ed. Note: The Satay Club next door is awesome and open: "Authentic Southeast Asian Cuisine Curated menu of Malaysian and other regional favorites" Check out their menu here. Updates when we learn who takes - [LUNCH ALERT: Maman Opened at 15th and K Street, NW!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/maman-opened-dc-15th-and-k-street-nw/) - Thanks to B. for sending word that the Maman opened in the former Cosi space at 15th and K Street, NW. "set just steps away from the white house and mcpherson square, this location features a cozy interior, antique décor, & floral accents around every turn. the perfect spot for your next study {or cookie} - [Looking for Information about a "Hit and run in Park View 6/20"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/looking-for-information-hit-and-run-dc-park-view/) - "Dear PoPville, My car and a few others were street parked over the weekend in Park View (Newton Place and Georgia Ave, NW) and hit around 330 AM. I was able to get video footage, but cannot identify the license plate from the video. In the video there’s a few witnesses, so I am seeking - ["354 Restaurant is now OPENING!" in the former Alero space on U Street!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/354-restaurant-dc-open-alero-u-street/) - 1301 U Street, NW "Asian Fusion Restaurant" Thanks to Craig and Bobby for sending: "354 restaurant now open in the old Alero spot on 13th and U" Peek inside: 13th and U Street, NW View this post on Instagram A post shared by 354 Restaurant (@354restaurant) - [After hours adventures at the Nat Geo Museum of Exploration](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/after-hours-adventures-at-the-nat-geo-museum-of-exploration-nat2/) - Your summer nights are about to get a lot more adventurous. Beginning June 27th, join us after hours at the National Geographic Museum of Exploration for a brand-new series of evening events. Here’s a first look at what’s coming up: Grand Opening Weekend: Evening Street Fair Celebrate the Museum of Exploration’s Grand Opening with a - [Barista. Coffee Shop nears opening in Chevy Chase Arcade](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/barista-coffee-shop-nears-opening-in-chevy-chase-arcade/) - 5520 Connecticut Ave, NW Looks like it's related to the Macon folks right next door... Finally some action on that Coffee Shop coming to Chevy Chase. A peek inside: STAY TUNED. Another peek from a reader: - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2163/) - photo by Ted Eytan You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Almost Forgot My Summer Solstice Christmas Tree - BEHOLD the Beauty](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/almost-forgot-my-summer-solstice-christmas-tree-behold-the-beauty/) - Thanks to Marcus for sending this crispy specimen on Sunday from Logan Circle. “After February 28, 2026, holiday trees and greenery should be placed at the normal point of collection for trash and recycling. Holiday trees and greenery will be collected as space permits in the truck.” *Last Christmas Tree in Town (definitely not the - [Down Goes Sbarro in Union Station - Stay Tuned for an Andy's Pizza!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/sbarro-dc-union-station-closed-andys-pizza-coming/) - first floor 50 Massachusetts Ave, NE Thanks to Tim for sending "Union Station Sbarro closed." Good news though - an Andy's Pizza is coming with bagels...!! Sbarro opening in Union Station in 1988?!? "Sbarro at Union Station D.C. in NE Washington, DC serves fresh, traditional Italian cuisine that cooks prepare in exhibition kitchens while guests - [A Vague Heads Up: Boatload of Military Flyovers coming between June 24-July 10](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/a-vague-heads-up-boatload-of-military-flyovers-coming-between-june-24-july-10/) - From Alert DC: "The US Military has notified the District of Columbia that it will conduct aircraft flyovers near the National Mall from June 24 to July 10 as a part of America’s 250th anniversary celebrations. While there may be an increase in air traffic noise, there is no cause for alarm." As always, PLEASE: - [Signs of the Times: "Team Algae"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/signs-of-the-times-team-algae/) - hahaha thanks to Elizabeth for sending on Friday: "The team algae protester has a pro algae chant!! "Let's go algae. Let's go!!!" And W. also shares on Friday: "GOP Hillterns cleaning the algae?!" "There were at least two guys yesterday cleaning the algae wearing office attire underneath waders. Could these be Republican summer interns who - [Costco Opens at South Dakota and New York Ave, NE Today](https://www.popville.com/2012/11/costco-opens-at-south-dakota-and-new-york-ave-ne-today/) - 2441 Market St NE At long last DC's first Costco opened today at 2441 Market St, NE (at the intersection of New York and South Dakota Ave, NE): From a press release: Mayor Vincent C. Gray, other District government leaders, retailer Costco Wholesale and development-team partners today celebrated the grand opening of a new 154,000-square-foot - [BUL Korean Bar & Restaurant apologizes for "inconsistent hours", Fundraiser Posted for Ill Father](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/bul-korean-bar-restaurant-adams-morgan-fundraiser/) - 2431 18th Street, NW "DC’s Korean Comfort Food & Bar 🇰🇷 In Korean, BUL (불) means Fire 🔥 Your haven for comfort Korean delights and spirited Soju moments.🍹" BUL Korean Bar & Restaurant opened in Adams Morgan back in December 2014. You can see their menu here. The sign posted on their front window says: - [Char’d DC Finally Opened on T Street!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/chard-dc-finally-opened-on-t-street/) - 1409 T Street, NW previously home to Butter Me Up, Taqueria Nacional and of course a post office way way back in the day Good news from Char'd DC yesterday: "Grand Opening — 1409 T St NW, DC — Sunday, June 21 at 11 AM" Check out their menu here. About: "Char'd started in Northern - [In other Reflecting Pool News: Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park Lower Level Pool Drained and Temporarily Closed](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/in-other-reflecting-pool-news-meridian-hill-malcolm-x-park/) - Thanks to Greg for sending the latest from Malcolm X/"Meridian Hill Park -Lower level pool closed for a week for "final " phase. Cascading terraces are working." The sign says: "TEMPORARY CLOSURE FOR SCHEDULED RESTORATION WORK This lower level reflecting pool is temporarily closed to complete the planned final phase of restoration activities following the - ["Joey was an H Street Legend."](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/joey-dc-ne-h-street-legend/) - Thanks to G. for passing on the GoFundMe: "Celebrating Joey the Greatt Hernandez Joey was truly the life of the party. He had an infectious smile, a quick wit, and a natural ability to make everyone around him feel welcome. Friendly, loyal, honest, and genuine, Joey brought laughter, wisdom, and kindness wherever he went. He - [Is That Paper Mache?](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/is-that-paper-mache/) - Thanks to Tony for sending: "Meanwhile, on the National Mall..." Thanks to vtjawo for sending the answer - it's plywood: I was close! Amazing. - ["Homophobic Experience on 18th Street"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/homophobic-experience-dc-18th-street/) - "Dear PoPville, I wanted to write to share an experience I had this past Friday evening (of Pride weekend, no less), on 18th St NW around 10pm while walking home. I was crossing 18th Street by the McDonalds when I was approached by a young (low-mid 20s) white guy with floppy brown hair live streaming - [PoPville Pizza Patrol: Pluma by Bluebird Bakery opening a Pizzeria, Flora Pizzeria, in Georgetown Soon!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/popville-pizza-patrol-pluma-by-bluebird-bakery-opening-a-pizzeria-flora-pizzeria-in-georgetown-soon/) - Thanks to B. for sharing "Pluma opening a pizza place in Georgetown?! They have a location at the Square on K Street and I can confirm their chicken Caesar salad sandwich is delicious." See what Pluma by Bluebird Bakery shared on their stories in the photo above. Here's where Flora Pizzeria is coming: 1228 ½ - ["World Cup Stickers at Rodman's!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/world-cup-stickers-at-rodmans/) - 5100 Wisconsin Ave, NW "Dear PoPville, I was in the Rodman's in Friendship Heights today and I saw they had those World Cup stickers and sticker books that you posted about before. I know most places are sold out now, so I figured your readers would love to know, and support a local business. The - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2162/) - photo by Fritz Myer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [About that French Flyover - Patrouille de France PHOTOS!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/french-flyover-photos-patrouille-de-france/) - Thanks to Aaron for sending these cool shots of the French Flyover from the Wharf: ICYMI: "WASHINGTONIANS! On Monday morning, you will have the opportunity to see the Patrouille de France on their #Liberté250 Mission." And thanks to Rozi for sending this cool shot below: - [Missed Connection - Watching Spain’s World Cup game at Aslin](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/missed-connection-watching-spains-world-cup-game-at-aslin/) - photo by Eric P. Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. "Dear PoPville, On Father’s Day, I was watching Spain’s World Cup game at Aslin on 14th with some friends and my dog. You were there with your parents and - [Breaking the silence: your mental health story matters](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/breaking-the-silence-your-mental-health-story-matters-oct1/) - We're taught to show up. To be strong. To handle it. But what happens when "handling it" means you're falling apart at 2 AM? What happens when the pressure to be okay becomes the thing that's not okay? This is what we're not talking about enough: The 18-year-old scrolling Instagram and feeling like their life - [About that Helicopter on the Taft Bridge Saturday around 6pm](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/about-that-helicopter-on-the-taft-bridge-saturday-around-6pm/) - Update: Full release from MPD: "The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announces the arrest of three suspects in a fatal traffic crash that occurred in Northwest. On Saturday, June 20, 2026, at approximately 5:35 p.m., United States Park Police detected a stolen vehicle, a silver 2014 Honda Accord in the area of Rock Creek Parkway and - [PSA: "DC Costco gas is back! Enjoy the return of cheaper gas in the city!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/psa-dc-costco-gas-back/) - Thanks to all who messaged us the good news. "Dear PoPville, Costco gas has now reopened! 3 double-sided pump stations per island, digital display for easy lane selection and extra-long hoses so you can roll up to the shortest line regardless of which side your car's tank is on. Today's pricing (Sunday 6/21) $3.44 gal - [Heads Up: France's equivalent of the Blue Angels Flying over DC this morning around 10:20 am!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/france-dc-flyover-patrouille/) - photo courtesy of the Patrouille de France Thanks to Emily and Denis for passing on from the French Embassy: "WASHINGTONIANS! On Monday morning, you will have the opportunity to see the Patrouille de France on their #Liberté250 Mission. If you’d like to see these elite pilots in action, have your aviators and your camera pointed - [THUMA, "Escape to home", coming to Georgetown](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/thuma-flagship-store-coming-dc-georgetown/) - 3229 M Street, NW "Elevated design for thoughtful living." THUMA: "We believe simplicity is the ultimate luxury. That the details matter. And that good design is good hospitality. By stripping away everything but the essential, we uncover the true meaning of each object we design to simplify and enrich life at home. Timeless pieces are - ["Shooting at 9 and W St NW Saturday night near Whole Foods"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/shooting-dc-saturday-night-near-whole-foods/) - 9th and W Street, NW "Dear PoPville, We had multiple shots fired tonight (Saturday) around 10:15 pm sounded like a shootout at 9th and W St NW in front of Whole Foods. DC Cops were here quickly. Bike cops arrived from U St a few minutes after the shooting. National Guard was here as well, - [Happy Father's Day/Summer Solstice Sunrise!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/happy-fathers-day-summer-solstice-sunrise/) - photo by Stewart Verdery "Happy Father’s Day sunrise!" Beautiful. photo by C on the scene "Summer Solstice sunrise over Rock Creek Park in DC" - [ToriSumi Yakitori popping up Sundays at PopFizz - Sounds Awesome!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/torisumi-yakitori-popping-up-sundays-dc-popfizz/) - photo by Sarah Cao The good news from ToriSumi 鳥炭 Yakitori: "We're doing it again. All summer in fact. Starting at 5:00 every Sunday PopFizz (2108 Vermont Avenue, NW) you can find me and my team slinging skewers along side rotating local jazz bands and ice cold bevies. photo by Sarah Cao Turnout last Sunday - [Meanwhile at the Reflecting Pool - LOOK at that GREEN - Now Going into the Sewer...](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/meanwhile-at-the-reflecting-pool-look-at-that-green-now-going-into-the-sewer/) - Thanks to Phil for sharing: "They're dumping slimy, green peroxide water from the Reflecting Pool back into the Potomac." To the video: USA! USA! USA![image or embed]— PoPville (@popville.bsky.social) June 19, 2026 at 12:38 PM Stay tuned. - [Missed Connection - "vegan?? guy reading zen meditation book"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/missed-connection-vegan-guy-reading-zen-meditation-book/) - photo by Mr.TinMD Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville, I was waiting for my friend in HipCity Veg in Chinatown on Thursday, June 11. You came in and made eye contact and asked me about my hat. - ["DC’s First Black Woman-Owned Brewery Opens in Shaw on Juneteenth" TODAY!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-first-black-woman-owned-brewery-open/) - 624 T Street, NW From a press release: "Urban Garden Brewing will open the doors to its first permanent home, Urban Garden Brewhouse, on Friday, June 19, 2026, with a Juneteenth grand opening celebration in Shaw. Founded by brewer, hospitality professional, and native Washingtonian Eamoni Collier, Urban Garden Brewing is recognized as D.C.’s first Black - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Department of Labor](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/today-in-hawks-around-town-department-of-labor/) - Thanks to Maria for sending: "There's a brood of three red tailed hawks near the west side of the DOL building, near the Veterans Plaza." If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to princeofpetworth@gmail.com. Thanks! - [Le Labo nears opening in Union Market](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/le-labo-nears-opening-dc-union-market/) - 1260 4th Street, NE "Signage up for Le Labo!" Thanks to Jodi and Craig for sending: "The Shaw Le Labo location closed last week and they are targeting a soft launch in Union Market next week I believe. 1260 4th Street, NE They were cagey about the dates but it’s imminent." Stay tuned. "MANIFESTO We - [Great Garden Hauls Vol. Two and Three - Garlic and Squash Blossoms!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/great-garden-hauls-vol-two-and-three-garlic-and-squash-blossoms/) - Thanks to Michael for sending: "Garlic in Langdon. All credit to my wife for her green thumb." And thanks to Victoria for sending from Columbia Heights: "Squash blossoms. Stuffed with anchovies and mozzarella and fried." Great Garden Haul is made possible by the Friends of Fanny Wilkinson Society. Send your hauls to princeofpetworth@gmail.com and be - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2161/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Café Tulum coming to Grace Street](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/cafe-tulum-coming-dc-grace-street-georgetown/) - 3210 Grace Street, NW The gem that is Grace Street keeps getting better and better! The liquor license placard for Café Tulum says: "New Retailer’s Class “C” Restaurant with a Seating Capacity of 65 and Total Occupancy Load of 99. Streatery with 12 Seats. The Licensee is also requesting the Alcohol Carry-out and Delivery Endorsement." - [You May Now GO to Buffalo Wild Wings GO!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/washington-dc-buffalo-wild-wings-go-open/) - Thanks to Nathan for sending this important Buffalo Wild Wings GO update: "it is now open" at Rhode Island Place just off the Rhode Island Avenue-Brentwood Metro stop. You can see their menus here. This is now the only Buffalo Wild Wings in Washington DC proper. Ed. Note: There was a proper Buffalo Wild Wings - [DC Open House List for This Weekend: June 19, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-open-house-list-for-this-weekend-june-19-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. With nearly 300 open houses across the city this weekend, there's plenty to explore as we settle into early summer — and with Juneteenth on Friday and Father's Day on Sunday, it's a perfect long weekend to wander a few new neighborhoods. From renovated Wardman rowhouses to move-in-ready - [Listing of the Day: 3602 16th Street NW, Unit 4](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/listing-of-the-day-3602-16th-street-nw/) - Rare 3 BD, 2 BA Mount Pleasant Penthouse with Panoramic, Private Rooftop Terrace - ["Metro service information for Juneteenth holiday and Pride weekend, June 19-21"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/metro-service-information-for-juneteenth-holiday-and-pride-weekend-june-19-21/) - photo by kelly bell photography From WMATA: "This weekend will include several bus and rail changes due to the Juneteenth holiday on Friday, June 19, and the Capital Pride Parade on Saturday, June 20. Additionally, service changes for nearly 50 bus routes across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia will go into effect Sunday, June 21. The - [Madam's Organ hosting "An IRISH WAKE for Fired & otherwise Disrespected Former" Washington Post Employees Tonight](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/madams-organ-hosting-an-irish-wake-for-fired-otherwise-disrespected-former-washington-post-employees-tonight/) - From Madam's: "An IRISH WAKE for Fired / Furloughed & otherwise Disrespected Former (or soon to be former) …Employees of THE WASHINGTON POST. Celebrating their contributions to Washington, DC & the World. FEATURING: Two Post Alum Bands – (yes, they now have a lot of free time) “Bezos the Clown” dart board Jeff Bezos Piñata - [Koi Pond Catastrophe](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/koi-pond-catastrophe/) - "Dear PoPville, The house across the street from the eastern market metro plaza, at the corner of 7th and D St SE, is for sale. It was listed a couple weeks ago and, as noted in the listing description, the property features a koi pond. When the house was put on the market, the pond - ["a turtle mom laying eggs alongside the Cap Crescent Trail"!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/a-turtle-mom-laying-eggs-alongside-the-cap-crescent-trail/) - Thanks to Andrew for sending this awesomeness: "This week, came across a turtle mom laying eggs alongside the Cap Crescent Trail in Georgetown." Amazing and a first for PoPville Hawk*** coverage!! If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where - [Check Out the May 2026 House and Condo Sales from around Washington, DC](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/may-2026-house-condo-sales-washington-dc-real-estate/) - Thanks as always to realtor Kevin Wood for compiling this monthly list of home/condo sales for PoPville. Click below on “May 2026 Sales” for the full list of sales. May 2026 Sales (PDF) May 2026 Sales (Excel) - [Asheville-based East Fork Pottery coming to Georgetown this Fall!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/asheville-based-east-fork-pottery-coming-dc-georgetown/) - 1313 Wisconsin Ave, NW From a press release: "East Fork, the beloved Asheville-based Certified B Corporation known for its meticulously crafted pottery and curated homewares, announced today the opening of its new Georgetown store in Fall 2026. Located on Wisconsin Avenue, the space marks the brand’s third storefront and first permanent location in the D.C. - [Congrats to "Moon Rabbit's Pastry Chef Susan Bae Wins James Beard's 2026 Award for Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/congrats-to-moon-rabbit-pastry-chef-susan-bae-winner-james-beard-2026-award-outstanding-pastry-chef/) - photo by Rachel Paraoan From an email: "Eleven Eleven PR and Moon Rabbit proudly celebrates Pastry Chef Susan Bae's recognition as Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker at the 2026 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards, one of the highest honors in the American culinary industry, her 3rd finalist nomination. Known for her creativity, technical excellence, - [Behold the PoPville 20th Anniversary T-Shirts Designed by Kelly Towles - Available at our 20th Anniversary Party - NEW PoPville Beer from Atlas Brew Works Coming too!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/popville-20th-anniversary-t-shirts-designed-dc-kelly-towles-party/) - I'm super excited about these! Kelly Towles does not disappoint! Kelly used some photos of old signs I've taken over the last 20 years and came up with this great shirt. Do you recognize any of the signs? Simply a small sample but some of my favorites. These shirts are VERY limited. I only ordered - [LYDIA Dupont Soft Opening Friday!! Read All About It](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/lydia-dupont-soft-opening-dc-dupont-read-all-about-it/) - 1215 Connecticut Avenue, NW "CARRYOUT EATERY & SPEAKEASY by Chef Vic! Extraordinary Flatbread pizzas & Gourmet Afro Carib American cuisine w/ Fancy Cocktails in the Speakeasy!" The good news from LYDIA Dupont: "LYDIA Dupont, we’re finally here. It was a long road dealing with permits and city requirements , but we were resilient and we - [Missed Connection - Eastern Market, Saturday morning. $8.58](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/missed-connection-18/) - photo by Matt Calvert Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. "Dear PoPville, Eastern Market, Saturday morning. You: shopping for broccoli and another vegetable. Me: buying too many peaches. We were weighing our produce on opposite sides of the register - [Sweet City Ride - "domestic Nissan Z"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/sweet-city-ride-domestic-nissan-z/) - Thanks to Brian for sending this beauty: "An original domestic Nissan Z - check the right hand drive!" Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - ["Smithsonian Solstice - this weekend! Smithsonian museums on the National Mall will stay open late until 11PM on Friday and Saturday, and the celebration will continue into Sunday with daytime family-friendly programming."](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/smithsonian-solstice-celebration-weekend/) - from last year’s Solstice, Courtesy of the Smithsonian Institution From the Smithsonian Institution: "For the first time, the Smithsonian is expanding its popular Solstice Saturday into a three-day celebration, inviting visitors to kick off summer from Friday, June 19, through Sunday, June 21. As part of America’s 250th anniversary, this year’s Solstice weekend offers more - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town - "Officer, I’d like to report a murder"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/today-in-hawks-around-town-officer-id-like-to-report-a-murder/) - Thanks to Anne for sending: "Officer, I’d like to report a murder in AU Park. The hawk flew off with the body of what must have been a goldfinch. On closer examination, I think the deceased was a northern flicker." If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get - [Your mental health matters—and so does breaking the stigma](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/your-mental-health-mattersand-so-does-breaking-the-stigma-oct1/) - Mental health struggles don't come with a schedule or a warning. Whether you're overwhelmed by work stress, dealing with anxiety after scrolling social media, feeling isolated, or just having a hard time—you're not alone. And asking for help isn't weakness. It's courage. Here's the thing about mental health in DC: Too many of us are - [PoPville Pizza Patrol: 90 Second Pizza signage up on H Street, NE](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/90-second-pizza-dc-h-street-ne/) - 420 H Street, NE previously home to B K Henry Funeral Chapel Thanks to a reader for sending" "Construction is ongoing and signs are starting to appear at 5th and H NE for 90 Second Pizza. This location has been empty for years and was previously a funeral home." Stay tuned for an opening date. - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2160/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [My Daughter and her Friend Assure Me This is a BIG DEAL - Garage Clothing Opening on M Street this Summer](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/garage-clothing-brand-opening-dc-georgetown/) - 3295 M Street, NW GARAGE: "Off-duty staples made for movement. Designed in Montréal for the unapologetic." 3295 M Street, NW "In fashion since 1975. Our 300+ stores across North America, supported by a global team of 7,200, continue to delight customers on their style journey." Stay tuned for an opening date. - ["Notice to the Public. Temporary Closure of Dupont Circle" this Pride Weekend](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/temporary-closure-dc-dupont-circle-pride-weekend/) - Thanks to ANC Commissioner Jeff Rueckgauer for sharing with us: "As suspected, Dupont Circle *WILL BE CLOSED* this weekend. IDK what legit "health and safety" concerns would occur this weekend that couldn't occur any other days. (Actually, like last year, someone ordered it closed as a middle finger to gays.)" From the National Park Service: - [What's Up with the Glass Pyramids outside NGA?](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/whats-up-with-the-glass-pyramids-outside-nga/) - 4th Street and Constitution Ave, NW Thanks to G. for sending: "what the hell happened to the glass pyramids?" Presumably to protect them from 250 Fireworks/festivities? Anyone ever see the glass pyramids outside the National Gallery of Art covered before? At least they didn't paint them gold. Or green... - [Yo! Somebody Lost Their Seriously Beautiful Bird](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/yo-somebody-lost-their-seriously-beautiful-bird/) - "Dear PoPville, I found this bird in the 4300 block of Harewood Road, NE. It is a sun conure. It is friendly and sweet. Anyone who thinks it may belong to them can reach out to me with photos of their own lost bird so we can try to make a match. If I can’t - ["The Office of Planning has published preliminary findings and recommendations for improving the H Street corridor and invite the community to join us in discussing them"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-office-of-planning-recommendations-improving-h-street-ne-corridor/) - From an email: "The Office of Planning has published preliminary findings and recommendations for improving the H Street corridor and invite the community to join us in discussing them at an open house: June 24, from 5:30-7:30pm at the former Autozone (1207 H St. NE) The draft is based on research and analysis, input from - [Friends of the White Whale Society Presents - Terrible at Hiding](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/friends-of-the-white-whale-society-presents-terrible-at-hiding/) - Thanks to Mara for sending this great shot from Dupont Circle. Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to princeofpetworth@gmail.com The queue is DEEP but all of your photos are appreciated! - [Missed Connection - Bunker (June 13)](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/missed-connection-bunker-june-13/) - photo by Adam Fagen Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville, On Saturday, June 13, I met a guy named Alex who was visiting from NYC for the weekend. He interacted with my friends and I at Crush - [BEHOLD, A "Bundle of Baby Raccoons"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/behold-bundle-baby-raccoons/) - Thanks to Andrew for sending: "Came across a mama raccoon and her three babies in Foxhall Village this morning. The little ones decided to waddle right up to me (whether to play or just investigate, I’m not sure) which I took as my cue to give them some space and move along." If you spot - [Anyone know the process for planting a tree in someone's memory?](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/anyone-know-the-process-for-planting-a-tree-in-someones-memory/) - photo by John Sonderman "Dear PoPville, A close colleague (and friend) recently passed away. He was very instrumental in ag policy and green space revitalization and protection. We would like to plant a tree in his memory. Anyone know who we can talk to at Urban Forestation at DDOT or NPS to make this a - [YO! The Old Meskerem space (and subsequently many others) on 18th has been Completely Gutted!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/old-meskerem-space-adams-morgan-gut-renovation/) - 2434 18th Street, NW I knew renovations were happening at the old Mesekerem space in Adams Morgan but holy moly I had no idea the scale of them! Peep inside: Ed. Note: The worker was unable to share any details (aside from it being a restaurant) on the timing for what/when will be opening here. - ["Commanders Seek Information About AI Opportunities for Next-Generation Stadium Vision"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/washington-commanders-seek-information-ai-opportunities-new-dc-stadium/) - From the Washington Commanders: "The Washington Commanders are building a new world-class stadium and mixed-use entertainment district at the former RFK Stadium site in Washington, D.C. Designed by HKS Architects, this project represents one of the most significant sports and entertainment developments currently underway in North America. This RFI seeks information about existing or previously - ["Japanese Food and Chinese Food" coming to Cleveland Park](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/japanese-food-chinese-food-dc-cleveland-park-haru/) - 3419 Connecticut Ave, NW Thanks to Tyler for sending the new signage out front of Haru wok & roll coming to the old Mr. Chen’s space any day now! ICYMI and who are we kidding, unless you are signed up for our free daily newsletter roundup, or directly come to the site compulsively like it's - ["Tz’ikin Cafe has a permanent home now in Riggs Park."](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/tzikin-cafe-has-a-permanent-home-now-in-riggs-park/) - 475 Ingraham Street, NE "Hey PoPville, Just wanted to share that Tz’ikin Cafe has a permanent home now in Riggs Park. They just moved from the E! Museum space to where Ramdass Pharmacy used to be at 475 Ingraham Street NE! 475 Ingraham Street, NE Saw you all posted about them months ago when they - [DC Fresh Finds for June 17, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-fresh-finds-for-june-17-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. This rebuilt Capitol Hill rowhouse hides a guest suite with its own entrance just half a mile from Eastern Market: 1305 Independence Ave SE End-unit Capitol Hill rowhouse 2019 Dilan Homes rebuild White oak herringbone floors, Viking kitchen Lower-level suite with kitchenette + bedroom Secure parking + EV - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2159/) - photo by Victoria Pickering You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - ["Wondering if anyone knows why DC police were stopping random cars?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/wondering-if-anyone-knows-why-dc-police-were-stopping-random-cars/) - "Dear PoPville, I was wondering if anyone knows why DC police were stopping random cars just past the Taft bridge going towards Dupont late Tuesday afternoon? I saw an officer standing in the middle of the road waving random cars over to a stop point… a few police vehicles nearby." - [Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Fountains Running Dry Today - Fear Not! It's for "some anticipated repairs", allegedly...](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/meridian-hill-malcolm-x-fountains-running-dry-today-fear-not-its-for-some-anticipated-repairs-allegedly/) - Thanks to Peter for sharing with us "Water running dry" around 7am this (Wed.) morning: Fortunately, fear not! Commissioner for ANC district 1B06 Miguel Trindade Deramo shared: "Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park PSA ⛲️ The upper fountain is turned off for the day for some anticipated repairs (adjusting the water level) and the reflecting pool will - ["Capital Bikeshare question"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/capital-bikeshare-question/) - "Dear PoPville, Is it just me or is Capital Bikeshare trying to charge others for lost bikes it mistakenly says were not docked? In my case, it turns out the dock was ‘off line’ when my bike was docked and Capital Bikeshare had no record of it - until I found the bike ( with - [Without Further Ado "Primary and Special Election 2026 - Election Night Unofficial Results"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/washington-dc-primary-election-results-2026-buckle-up/) - photo by Adam Fagen Yesterday's DC primary election results for Washington DC from the District of Columbia Board of Elections (DCBOE): "DEM MAYOR OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA First Rank Results First rank results only report each voter's marking in the first rank column of an RCV contest and do not indicate the leader. Round-by-round - ["Downtown D.C. celebrations will temporarily close DCA runways" Several Days over the Summer](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dear-god-downtown-dc-celebrations-will-temporarily-close-dca-runways-several-days-over-the-summer/) - photo by angela n. From the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority" "Ticketed passengers on flights at Reagan National Airport (DCA) this summer are advised to closely monitor the status of their flights for adjustments during America 250 celebrations in Washington, D.C. Many events will include downtown flyovers or other aerial displays such as fireworks or parachute - [Great Garden Haul 2026 Commences with Carrots!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/great-garden-haul-2026-commences-with-carrots/) - Thanks to Chris for sending: "Carrots and beets. Glover Park Community Gardens." Awesome! Great Garden Haul is made possible by the Friends of Fanny Wilkinson Society. Send your hauls to princeofpetworth@gmail.com and be sure to mention what neighborhood you are in and what you've grown. Thanks! - [Missed Connection - Sunday Morning Regrets](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/missed-connection-sunday-morning-regrets/) - Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. "Dear PoPville, We met on 17th between L and K streets Sunday morning. I was wearing a green dress and you (He was wearing running sneakers and a brown shirt) stopped mid-run and - ["Have you seen Squirrel Park in the past year?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/have-you-seen-squirrel-park-in-the-past-year/) - Tilden and Connecticut Ave, NW "Dear PoPville, Have you seen Squirrel Park in the past year? A huge tree was blown down in a storm and remains down more than a year later. The adjacent Whittle School closed, and no-one is tending the grounds any more. It has become more than an eyesore; it is - [Update: Initial Shooting on Wisconsin Ave around 7am. Later Police Officer Shoots Kills Suspect near the Lidl and Wegmans.](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/shooting-glover-park-tenleytown-suspect-killed/) - Upton at Wisconsin Ave, NW From MPD (around 8am): "Alert: Shooting investigation near the area of Wisconsin Avenue and Upton Street, NW. "UPDATE: This is the firearm that was recovered on scene." Update: This is an officer-involved shooting. One suspect has been pronounced dead." Interim Chief Jeffery Carroll provides an update on the officer involved - [In Other Police Action: Early Morning Helicopter in Brookland AND about that Helicopter in Mount Pleasant/Adams Morgan Last Night](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/police-brookland-dc-adams-morgan/) - "Dear PoPville, Anybody know what’s happening on 7th street and Jackson NE? There was a helicopter circling low for about an hour at 6:15 this morning and now an entire street is blocked off. Fire people just said “police incident.” Update: "MPD is on the scene of a barricade situation in the 600 block of - [Meanwhile on the Mall - Metro Cars - "fully restored 1000-series train and 8000-series mockup"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/meanwhile-on-the-mall-metro-cars-fully-restored-1000-series-train-and-8000-series-mockup/) - Thanks to G. for sending Monday afternoon. WMATA shares: "Our team worked overnight and into the morning to transport our fully restored 1000-series train and 8000-series mockup to the National Mall! Check them out from June 25 - July 10 at the Great American State Fair, and join us as we continue celebrating 50 years - [Have a Look at Logan Circle Park - Ready to Roll](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/have-a-look-at-logan-circle-park-ready-to-roll/) - Thanks to Tom for sending updated photos from Logan Circle on Monday afternoon: "Unveiling of #LoganCircle park tomorrow or ?? Construction equipment and peeps gone. Benches TBD?" Updates when we get official word on the reopening. - [Action at the Old Passenger and Qui Qui space in Shaw](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/action-at-the-old-passenger-and-qui-qui-space-dc-shaw/) - 1539 7th Street, NW Thanks to Erik for sending: "The Grace on 7th st where qui qui used to be & passenger is (was?) has signage up that they’re hiring!" STAY TUNED. Ed. Note: Qui Qui opened in their new home in Park View back in September. - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2158/) - photo by Fritz Myer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [OK Where Were We? Ah Yes Another Dumpster Fire](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/ok-where-were-we-ah-yes-another-dumpster-fire/) - Thanks to G. around 10:20pm in alley off H Street, NE last night. DC Fire and EMS in action make quick work of the blaze: Just another day in PoPville... - [Jon's Joint Finally Opens DC Location!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/jons-joint-finally-opens-dc-location/) - 1107 19th Street, NW at L Street next to the Wawa Thanks to Liz for sending the good news yesterday: "Jon's Joint is open on 19th St between L & M!" Jon's Joint Virginia location is said to be very popular! Check out their DC menu here. “About us Locally Smashed. Widely Loved. At Jon’s - [America's Best Wings coming to H Street, NE](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/americas-best-wings-coming-dc-h-street-ne/) - 707 H Street, NE Thanks to Ron for sending: "This sign when up a couple days ago on the 700 block of H Street NE. I haven't seen a permit. Looks like they're trying to wing it." Ed. Note: Ha! Stay tuned. - ["Feels so wrong cause it is so wrong."](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/feels-so-wrong-cause-it-is-so-wrong/) - "Dear PoPville, An unmarked vehicle with their temporary license plate covered with black tape. Sitting in front of them two US Park Police cars. Hanging outside of the new Negril, across the street from Crab Plug. Figured it was worth sending since I’ve never seen law enforcement straight up cover their license plate. Feels so - [Jersey Mike's coming to Capitol Hill](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/jersey-mikes-coming-dc-capitol-hill/) - 209 Pennsylvania Ave, SE Another Jersey Mike's coming to town - this one to Capitol Hill. I'm told the projected opening date will be sometime in the middle of July. This will be Jersey Mike’s 6th DC location. The last one to open was on November 5th across from the zoo at 3000 Connecticut Ave, - [Meanwhile Outside of 6th and I](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/meanwhile-outside-of-6th-and-i/) - 6th and I Street, NW Thanks to Ruben for sending: Stay tuned. - [TERRIBLE NEWS and an End of an Era: Kafe Leopold closing after 21 years this Sunday](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/kafe-leopold-closing-dc-georgetown/) - 3315 Cady's Alley NW Thanks to G. for passing on the super sad news from Kafe Leopold: "THE END OF A WONDERFUL JOURNEY To be 21 has always been a dream for those that fall short of that magical benchmark and also to those that have gone long past it. Having been a part of - [Missed Connection - Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Fountains](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/missed-connection-meridian-hill-malcolm-x-fountains/) - Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. "Dear PoPville, On Saturday (6/13) I was walking home from reading by the fountains. I passed you and a friend and you commented on my hair. You seemed cool but I was in - ["Wanted to reach out to the kind people who helped me - A blessing to them!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/kind-people-who-helped-me-a-blessing-to-them/) - photo by Adam Fagen "Dear PoPville, I just wanted to reach out to the kind people who helped me at the intersection of Wilson Boulevard and North Rhodes in Arlington this afternoon (Saturday around 2-3pm) when I tripped on the sidewalk and fell full tilt onto the pavement. Still not sure what went wrong and - [Wedding Ring Found in Columbia Heights](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/wedding-ring-found-dc-columbia-heights/) - photo by LaTur "Dear PoPville, I was hoping you might share posts like this - near the Quick Stop on 14th and Euclid I found (for once) someone's important lost jewelry. The wedding ring looks like it's been worn for many many years, but also looks like it's been out on the ground for a - [Sweet City Ride](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/sweet-city-ride-1124/) - Thanks to Claire for sending this classic - anyone know what make that is? Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - [WILD Storm Clouds - "What did I get a picture of?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/wild-storm-clouds-what-did-i-get-a-picture-of/) - "Dear PoPville, I took these pictures of Friday evening's storm from the roofdeck of my Dupont Circle apartment building (20th & N). They are pictures of what looked to my untrained eye at the time like a tornado. The first pic (taken at 7:19) shows the funnel cloud in the far right on the horizon - [PoPville Pho Patrol: Pho Viet (the awesome one!!) Opening a Spot next door to the coming La Loca at 11th and Rhode Island!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/pho-viet-coming-11th-street-shaw-logan-circle/) - 1521 11th Street, NW Thanks to Natalie for sending this phenomenal news: "Pho Viet coming soon right next door" to the La Loca, “Mexican Style Pizza, Burritos, Tacos & Bar”, in the former Roasted Boon space. Check out their menus here. STAY TUNED for an opening date. Ed. Note: Pho Viet also has a location - [Following that Huge Fire on Barracks Row: "Help Demetro Family Recover from House Fire"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/following-that-huge-fire-on-barracks-row-help-demetro-family-recover-from-house-fire/) - The GoFundMe says: "Help Demetro Family Recover from House Fire Mrs. Nicole Demetro, Mr. Joseph Demetro, and their three children have experienced a devastating loss. Their home of 15 years caught on fire unexpectedly at 8 PM last night, forcing them to leave behind cherished memories and belongings. The family includes an infant and two - [And Here's some Video of that Flyover from Last Night](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/video-dc-flyover-last-night/) - Thanks to Ericka for sending the flyover to us - 11:34pm Sunday night in front of lafayette square! Volume up for a taste of what it sounded like: "I had to stop filming to plug my ears because the sound as it went past genuinely hurt" - [Mr. Chen's Sign Down, New Awning Up - Haru Wok and Roll Coming Soon - Peek Inside!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/haru-wok-and-roll-cleveland-park-mr-chens/) - 3419 Connecticut Ave, NW Thanks to Peter for documenting the action for us over the weekend. "New awning going up on the old Mr. Chen's Organic Chinese in Cleveland Park (used to be green.) Front door is open and inside you can see brand new lit up signage said "Haru Wok and Roll" before you - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2157/) - photo by Jason Gooljar You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Meanwhile at the Reflecting Pool - Algae Blooming](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/meanwhile-at-the-reflecting-pool-algae-blooming/) - Thanks to a reader for sending from the reflecting pool on Saturday afternoon: And thanks to Phil for sending a shot from up high on Sunday: photo by Phil Yabut "The green color caused by the sudden algae bloom in the Reflecting Pool is really noticeable from the top of the Washington Monument. Crews are - [Who Doesn't Enjoy a Little Flyby Buzz 11:30pm Sunday Night nor A little 1am Fireworks?!?! Also, check this manhole cover blew, and here's another dumpster fire](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/about-last-night-fireworks-washington-dc-flyby/) - SO about those fireworks last night or should I say at 1:10am... see it on our IG stories here... And about the flyby, Alix writes: "Whatever flyover just occurred for the UFC nonsense at the White House was so low and loud it rocked my house in Shaw. At 11:36 at night." Thanks to Mark - [About that Big Police Presence near Metro Center Right Now (Sunday) Multiple Street Closures](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/about-that-big-police-presence-near-metro-center-right-now-sunday-multiple-street-closures/) - Update: "MPD reports the police activity has cleared from 11th Street NW, between F and G Streets, and the associated road closures are now open." "Dear PoPville, Several streets centering around 11th and G Street, NW are closed. Rumor from a guy nearby is a bomb threat (suspicious package), though police simply said “an incident.” - [Heads Up: Fireworks coming later Tonight](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/heads-up-fireworks-coming-later-tonight/) - via DC Fire and EMS Department From Alert DC: "A Fireworks Show will occur near the National Mall tonight, June 14 at approximately 11:30PM. Expect loud noises, flashing lights." DC Fire and EMS Department writes: "On Sunday, 6/14/26, as part of UFC Freedom 250, there will be short bursts of fireworks prior to each bout. - [Friends of the Righteous Rainbow Society* AND Friends of the Stellar Sunset Society* Presents Last Night](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/sweet-rainbows-and-sunsets-societies/) - Thanks to Derek for sending this incredible shot above from Bloomingdale: Thanks to Olivia for sending this incredible shot of the Washington Monument: Thanks to Mark for sending the super shot below from City Center: Thanks to Aubrey for sending below "A Beautiful Double Rainbow!" Thanks to Ashley Haas for sending below from Trinidad: Thanks - [Meanwhile in the Skies Saturday Night](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/meanwhile-in-the-skies-saturday-night/) - Thanks to D. for sending around 8:30pm Saturday night: "Any news on what this was for?" Had to have been for the UFC 250 event at the White House... - [Missed Connection - Bingo!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/missed-connection-bingo/) - Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. "Dear PoPville, The missed connection was at Atlas Bridge District. I was hosting bingo on Thursday night and you won round 4. We chatted briefly about the spelling of your name, where to - [Sweet City Ride - Mazda Camper Van](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/sweet-city-ride-mazda-camper-van/) - Thanks to Aaron for sending this sweet Mazda Camper Van: "Never seen one of these before!" Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - [MPD "announces the arrest of three suspects (15 year old and two 16 year olds) involved in an assault that occurred at the Chipotle in Navy Yard."](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/navy-yard-chipotle-fight-arrests/) - From MPD: "The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of three suspects involved in an assault that occurred at the Chipotle in Navy Yard. On Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 8:41 p.m., the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) received a call for a large fight inside of the Chipotle in the 1200 block of First Street, - [City-State Public House closing permanently next month.](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/city-state-public-house-closing-permanently-next-month/) - 705 Edgewood Street, NE "EST. 2021 City-State Public House is inspired by the history and culture of DC. We serve beverages for every taste. We have all kinds of entertainment - games, live music, comedy, and events. We also excel at hosting private events and special occasions--make our flexible space your own!" Thanks to all - ["More MBT Shenanigans"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/more-mbt-shenanigans/) - "Dear PoPville, I was cycling south on the MBT near R Street NE Tuesday night (6/09) around 8:30 when I witnessed three young teens (maybe 12-13 years old) riding a single Lime scooter. They appeared to be weaving back and forth around walkers and runners, getting super close and swiping at people before turning away - [TallBoy in Shaw Running a Super DOPE Team USA Soccer Special Tonight](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/tallboy-dc-shaw-super-dope-team-usa-soccer-special-tonight/) - 1239 9th Street, NW Check out the action at TallBoy tonight: "🇺🇸 FREE DRINKS IF THE USMNT RUNS IT UP 🇺🇸 ⚽ USA wins by 1 goal = 25% off your tab ⚽⚽ USA wins by 2 goals = 50% off your tab ⚽⚽⚽ USA wins by 3+ goals = EVERYONES TAB IS ON THE - [Hill House Home and Meermin coming to Georgetown](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/hill-house-home-and-meermin-coming-dc-georgetown/) - 1338 Wisconsin Ave, NW About Hill House Home (dresses and more): "With a design-centric approach, Hill House offers impeccable quality, and timeless, delicate styles through quality products designed to enhance and celebrate life. An aesthetic point-of-view and customer-led approach bring a fresh, accessible perspective to these time honored categories." About Meermin (men's shoes): 30th and - [La Loca, "Mexican Style Pizza, Burritos, Tacos & Bar", coming soon to Logan Circle/Shaw!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/la-loca-mexican-style-pizza-burritos-tacos-bar-dc-logan-circle-shaw/) - 11th and Rhode Island Ave, NW previously home to Logan Circle liquor before major renovations and Roasted Boon Thanks to Nicole and Robert for sending the new La Loca coming soon signs at the former Roasted Boon space (closed here in May 2025): "On January 2, 2025, the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA) received - ["Signs up at Uniqlo Georgetown!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/signs-up-dc-uniqlo-georgetown/) - 3222 M Street, NW Thanks to Mara for sending the Uniqlo coming soon signage from "Inside the old j crew space on M." 3222 M Street, NW "UNIQLO is a clothing apparel company, which was originally founded in Yamaguchi, Japan in 1949 as a textiles manufacturer. Now it is a global brand with over 1000 - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2156/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - ["Mubadala DC Open Releases Limited Single-Session Tickets as Tournament Nears Sellout"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/mubadala-dc-open-releases-limited-single-session-tickets-as-tournament-nears-sellout/) - "Dear PoPville, We wanted to share an update that single-session tickets for the 2026 Mubadala DC Open are now on sale. Demand has been exceptionally strong this year, with the tournament already 75% sold out following record package renewals. Limited inventory remains across the stadium, and fans can now purchase single-session tickets starting at just - [Cicada Spotted! But Fear Not, 'tis only a "straggler"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/cicada-spotted-but-fear-not-tis-only-a-straggler/) - I spotted my first Cicada yesterday in Cleveland Park but apparently it is only a "straggler". USAToday reported in March: "As spring approaches, many Americans may be expecting the return of loud, swarming cicadas, but experts say there’s little to worry about this year. No major 13‑ or 17‑year cicada broods are set to emerge - ["Kennedy Center shuttle signage healing!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/kennedy-center-shuttle-signage-healing/) - Thanks to Jennifer for sending the Kennedy Center shuttle signage update last night: "Just saw this shuttle with updated signage! Share the good news!" Thanks to Andrew for sending (and other have been talking about) this "group set up a live stream of the Kennedy Center to monitor the Trump name removal." ICYMI: CNN reported: - ["Massive Fire" on Barracks Row Last Night "Extreme Damage to Multiple Buildings."](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/massive-fire-dc-barracks-row-capitol-hill/) - photo by Anthony Kelleher, Assistant Fire Chief of Operations, DC Fire and EMS: "fire extended through multiple buildings along 8th Street, SE/Barracks Row. Aggressive tactics, coordinated suppression/search operations, and strong command stopped the fire from spreading further." Ed. Note: The Ugly Mug closed here, 723 8th Street, SE, in October 2025. DC Fire and EMS - [About Last Night: Storm Front in Navy Yard/Anacostia, Huge Tree Down in Trinidad](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/about-last-night-storm-front-in-navy-yard-anacostia-huge-tree-down-in-trinidad/) - Thanks to M. for sharing the wild clouds in Navy Yard over the Anacostia River: And thanks to James for sending video of this huge tree down in Trinidad: View this post on Instagram A post shared by PoPville (@popville) Any other reports of trees down? - [DC Open House List for This Weekend: June 12, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-open-house-list-for-this-weekend-june-12-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. Summer arrives this weekend, and DC's open-house calendar is heating up right along with the thermometer. With 320 open houses across the city this weekend, it's a great excuse to grab an iced coffee, wander a few neighborhoods, and picture your summer in a new place. To see - [Breakfast Burrito + Free coffee Alert for this Friday-Sunday at Dog Haus Van Ness](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/breakfast-burrito-free-coffee-alert-dc-dog-haus-van-ness/) - From an email: "Starting Friday, June 12, Dog Haus Van Ness (4340 Connecticut Avenue NW) is launching weekend breakfast — and to kick it off, we’re giving a free 12oz Haus-brewed coffee with any Bad-Ass Breakfast Burrito, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8 to 11 AM. It’s a few steps from the Van Ness–UDC - [Cool Bit of History in Woodley Park](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/cool-history-dc-woodley-park/) - 2660 Woodley Road, NW Was sad to see the tree stump but was very impressed with the preservation: Much more history: - [Friends of the Righteous Rainbow Society* Presents](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/friends-of-the-righteous-rainbow-society-presents-3/) - Thanks to Charles for sending the super shot above: "The years first rainbow by my count and it’s a double." And thanks to Nora for sending the great shot below from Columbia Heights: And thanks to Adam for sending the great shots below from City Center: "Beautiful 🌈 for pride month!" "I was happy to - [Farragut Square Outdoor Seating Game is Top Notch - Best Park Seating in Town?!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/farragut-square-outdoor-seating-game-is-top-notch-best-parking-seating-in-town/) - 17th and K Street, NW With sun shade umbrellas too!! Just unsurpassed. Plus it has a TON of seating of various types: Are there any other better outdoor seating (park) options than this? Magnificent. Update with umbrellas open: - ["EEOC Sues Proper 21 for Pregnancy Discrimination"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/eeoc-sues-proper-21-for-pregnancy-discrimination/) - Thanks to a reader for passing on from U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC): "Proper Ventures, LLC and WSRZ Proper, LLC, operators of a restaurant chain in Washington known as Proper 21, violated federal law when it fired a floor manager while she was on maternity leave, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charged - [Heads Up: Military Flyover coming over the Lincoln Memorial later this morning AND White House and National Mall (June 11-14)](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-military-flyover-white-house-national-mall/) - photo by Geoff Livingston From Alert DC: "The US Military will conduct an Aircraft Flyover in the NCR over the Lincoln Memorial Thursday, June 11, at approximately 11AM." and "The U.S. Military will conduct multiple Aircraft Flyovers in the NCR over The White House and National Mall between June 11 and June 14. Expect low - [JUST IN: Sup with the Sunoco on U Street?!? Fenced and Currently Closed. Development Coming?](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/sunaco-dc-u-street-fenced-closed-development/) - 15th and U Street, NW "Dear PoPville, Walked by the Sunoco on U and 15th this AM around 5 and it was closed." Another reader asks: "Do you have any scoop on the closure of the Sunoco at 15th and U? It seems very sudden with no information on what is coming next!" Another reader - [More Progress inside Logan Circle Park - We've Got Grass!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/more-progress-inside-logan-circle-park/) - Thanks to A. for sending the latest update from Logan Circle: "Grass and sidewalks getting installed." Looks like they'll make the June 15th targeted reopening date. Thanks to Eric for also sending photos: Stay tuned. - ["A new Asian-inspired cafe, ROUND, has opened in NoMa."](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/new-asian-inspired-cafe-round-opened-dc-noma/) - "Dear PoPville, ROUND Cafe is located inside the award-winning Laos in Town restaurant at 250 K Street, NE. Its menu includes hand-crafted coffees, matchas, tea mocktails, pastries, and savory bites. It’s locally owned by the couple Pear and Paul and open seven days a week from 7 AM to 10 PM." - [negril, The Jamaican Eatery, Signage Up on Georgia!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/negril-the-jamaican-eaatery-signage-georgia-ave/) - 2928 Georgia Avenue, NW Thanks to Taylor for sending: "The signing for Negril's new location is up at 2928 Georgia Avenue, NW. I looked inside the window and it still looked like there was some construction that needs to be done but some of it is already built out." ICYMI: Negril closed their Georgia Ave - [Wheelhouse DC (from owners of Surfside, Mille's et al) Opening at 5pm in Chevy Chase!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/wheelhouse-dc-open-chevy-chase/) - 5714 Connecticut Ave, NW via Wheelhouse "Wheelhouse Opens on Wednesday, June 10th at 5pm We are officially OPEN! ⚓️ See you today at 5pm, reservations are limited and Walk-Ins are welcome!" Check out their menus here. Boom! Hours currently set at: "Monday-Wednesday: 11am-10pm, bar 'til 11pm Thursday-Friday: 11am-12am, bar 'til 12am Saturday: 10am-12am, bar 'til - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2155/) - photo by Adam Fagen You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Canopy Row, 141 Family-Sized Homes, coming to Walter Reed Development](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/canopy-row-141-family-sized-homes-coming-to-walter-reed-development/) - Located between Georgia Avenue, Fern Street NW, and Elder Street NW From the Mayor's Office: "Mayor Muriel Bowser and community members celebrated the groundbreaking of Canopy Row, a residential development that will bring 141 family-sized homes to the former Walter Reed Army Medical Center campus in Ward 4. The project will include 47 traditional townhomes - [Trump Kennedy Center Shuttle Spotted. T-One Day to June 12th...](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/trump-kennedy-center-shuttle/) - "Dear PoPville, Seen near Foggy Bottom Metro, June 9. Was there not a court order to get rid of Trump's name?" CNN reported: "For now, the large lettering on the building’s facade still features “Donald J. Trump.” But the Kennedy Center’s general counsel said in a memo to staff that they have until June 12 - ["Metro and DC Public Library partner to bring new library to Congress Heights"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/metro-and-dc-public-library-partner-to-bring-new-library-to-congress-heights/) - 1304 Alabama Ave, SE rendering via DCPL From WMATA: "Metro and the District of Columbia today announced a joint development project at Congress Heights station that will bring a new DC Public Library opens in a new tab and improved transit infrastructure to the community. The project is commencing with the construction of transit improvements - [Concluding Today's Farragut Square Coverage with word that Rosetta “the Italian Bakery” has Opened!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/farragut-square-dc-rosetta-the-italian-bakery-open/) - Connecticut and I Street, NW (that weird spot where 17th and Connecticut flip near the White House) We first reported that Rosetta “the Italian Bakery” would be opening here back in November 2025. Was happy to see their doors now open! Check out their menu here. "Top-Rated Italian Bakery" Hours and more info: Monday to - [Driver spotted on the Anacostia River Trail last night - "where the turkey was attacking people a few years ago"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/driver-spotted-dc-anacostia-river-trail/) - "Dear PoPville, Another car (driver) on a bike trail. This was the Anacostia River Trail last evening, near the spot where the turkey was attacking people a few years ago and nowhere near a street for cars. Definitely more dangerous than the turkey!" Note: A much better behaved turkey here: View this post on Instagram - [FIFA World Cup Watch Parties This Weekend at Franklin Park (next Weekend at Tingey Plaza in Navy Yard)](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/fifa-world-cup-watch-parties-washington-dc-franklin-park-navy-yard/) - Ed. Note: Also EVERY SINGLE bar in town! Literally. Well not literally but gotta be over 90%! From the Mayor's Office: "With the FIFA World Cup 2026 starting this week, Mayor Muriel Bowser today reminded residents that D.C. United’s United in Play Soccer Celebration—Washington, DC’s official gathering place and watch party for the world’s game - [E-Tea becomes Little Tiger Dumplings Downtown in the space between Bottom Line and Loeb's!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/little-tiger-dumplings-downtown-dc-i-street-nw/) - 1712 I Street, NW Ed. Note: In February 2023 E-Tea opened in the former Wicked Waffle space here. Welcome Little Tiger Dumplings "START WITH $9.95 EVERY DAY!" "Lunch just got better at Little Tiger DC 🐯🔥 Order your favorite Lunch Special and grab a refreshing bubble tea or fruit tea 🧋🍹 — mix and match - [What's Up with the Fences Outside the Building Museum? Apparently related to "energy-savings upgrades"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/whats-up-with-the-fences-outside-the-building-museum-apparently-related-to-energy-savings-upgrades/) - 401 F Street, NW "Dear PoPville, Curious, does anyone know what’s going on at the Building Museum. The fence has been to for a few weeks now." 401 F Street, NW I asked someone who works with the Building Museum and was told: "GSA is performing energy-savings upgrades to several of their buildings, including the - [Man Shot 7:18 p.m. Monday Night near the Banneker Swimming Pool/Basketball Courts/Rec Center](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/man-shot-dc-monday-night-banneker-swimming-pool-basketball-courts-rec-center/) - via google maps From MPD: "On Monday, June 8, 2026, at approximately 7:18 p.m., Third District officers responded to the 2500 block of Georgia Avenue, Northwest, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male, conscious and breathing, suffering from a gunshot wound. The description of the suspect is a black - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2154/) - photo by Adam Fagen You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Yesterday in Driving Dangerously - Brightwood Park](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/yesterday-dc-driving-dangerously-brightwood-park/) - Thanks to H. for sending from Kansas and Kennedy Street, NW around 5:30pm Tuesday. Ed. Note: It had been 21 days since we lasted posted a driver flipping their vehicle. - [When your condo's finances can't pass a lender's review.](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/when-your-condos-finances-cant-pass-a-lenders-review-one2/) - Your condo has a deadline in January 2027. Your board didn't set it, and probably doesn't know it's coming. ONE two understands. For years, DC condo boards have had room to maneuver on reserves. Underfund a little. Defer the increase. Hope the roof holds one more winter. The numbers stayed inside the building. The consequences - [DC Fresh Finds for June 10, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-fresh-finds-for-june-10-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. This renovated 16th Street Heights rowhouse hides an income-ready suite downstairs: 4505 15th St NW Fully renovated 3-level rowhouse Thermador gourmet kitchen, marble baths Lower-level suite, private entrance + kitchenette In-law or rental income potential 2-car garage + large entertaining deck Other Notable Fresh Listings: The Most Expensive - ["Lost Cat - Dolly - Brentwood DC"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/lost-cat-dolly-brentwood-dc/) - "Dear PoPville, My friend's cat Dolly ran out on 1 June as movers were at their place in the 1700 block of Evarts Street, NE. She is microchipped but no collar. Bonded to her buddy so her family is anxious to get her home! This email (hoffletron@gmail.com) can be for sightings. Thank you!!" - [In Other Signs: "feel like this sign missed the mark." And while we're here - do you understand how ranked choice voting works?](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-ranked-choice-voting-sign/) - "Dear PoPville, I feel like this sign missed the mark. Why is the only DC women’s team listed as the Mystics and why are they ranked last? The Spirit literally sells out the stadium. Women’s sports are bigger than ever! There are so many DC women’s teams and it feels like everywhere (even an informational - [Signs of the Times](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/signs-of-the-times-admo/) - 1815 Adams Mill Road, NW – There was a time… Thanks to a reader for sending this morning. Le Mont Royal closed after three years in Adams Morgan back on January 4th, 2026. Le Mont Royal, “a French-Canadian Disco”, opened here on January 6, 2023. This space was previously home Southern Hospitality and before them - ["A child was recently struck by a car chasing a ball right on Upshur, while my son and his friends watched."](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/child-struck-by-car-chasing-upshur-street-soccer/) - Upshur Street between 13th and 14th Street, NW A reader passes on more serious frustration (and consequences) about the "Upshur Street Soccer Field: Serious Risk For Children Ignored by DPR (broken net causing balls to roll in street and children chasing balls)" sent to DC government reps: "Thank you for your attention to this issue - [Police Investigating Shooting Homicide in Shaw](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/police-investigating-shooting-homicide-dc-shaw/) - via google maps From MPD: "The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in Northwest. On Sunday, June 7th, 2026, at approximately 2:17 a.m., Third District officers responded to the 1300 block of 6th Street, Northwest, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a male conscious and breathing, - [Fundraiser for "Willian is the devoted father of two young U.S.-citizen children and the son of a naturalized U.S. citizen. Willian, was detained by ICE while at work."](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/willian-detained-ice-at-work-fundraiser/) - "Dear PoPville, would be willing to amplify a gofundme for a local man who was detained by ICE at his job on Monday. Willian is being held by at the Farmville detention center. His mother, Ana, has been my children’s nanny for nearly 4 years and I’m doing whatever I can to help - and - [Council Chairman "Mendelson Statement on Proposed FY2027 Budget Recommendations"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-council-chairman-mendelson-proposed-fy2027-budget-recommendations/) - From the office of Chairman Phil Mendelson: "DC Council Chairman Phil Mendelson released the following statement regarding the District’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget proposal. “The Mayor handed the Council a budget with hundreds of millions of dollars of cuts in critical programs like the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund, the Childcare Subsidy Program, Universal - [WHAT The Helen of Troy Were These Lights Last Night?!?](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/what-the-helen-of-troy-were-these-lights-last-night/) - "Dear PoPville, What in the dickens are these lights that appeared over downtown tonight (around 9:30pm Monday)? Beginning of Alien Invasion? This was looking south toward the White House from Dupont Circle so really not a mystery. It’s the dirty aura. They did eventually settle down." Whoa. Anyone else see them? Anyone know the deal - [SweatHouz, Infrared Sauna • Cold Plunge, coming to Adams Morgan](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/sweathouz-infrared-sauna-cold-plunge-coming-dc-adams-morgan/) - via SweatHouz "Luxury Private Contrast Therapy Suites Infrared Sauna | Cold Plunge | Vitamin C Shower Red Light Therapy" Thanks to L. for sending: "I just saw on SweatHouz’s website that they are opening in the retail space next to CorePower Yoga (across from the Line Hotel) in AdMo!" "THE MANIFESTO For centuries, cultures around - [Friends of the White Whale Society Presents](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/friends-of-the-white-whale-society-presents-200/) - Thanks to J. and A. for sending these awesome shots from 16th Street Heights: Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to princeofpetworth@gmail.com If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2153/) - photo by Ted Eytan You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Big News on the Weather Front!! Capital Weather Gang Departs from The Washington Post After 18 Years, Now, Again, Independently Publishing as Capital Weather](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/capital-weather-news/) - From an email: "After more than 18 years at The Washington Post, Capital Weather will formally announce its return to independence – and the official launch of its website capitalweather.com, newsletter, and mobile app – on Tuesday June 9. Capital Weather began as a local weather blog in 2004, before partnering with The Washington Post - [Boatload of Street Closures and Parking Restrictions for the UFC Freedom 250 Bout at the White House Starting Thursday: "Residents and Visitors Should Plan Ahead, Ride Metro"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/ufc-freedom-250-parking-restrictions-street-closures-alert/) - From MPD: "From Friday, June 12, 2026, through Sunday, June 14, 2026, events related to the “UFC Freedom 250” will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with these events, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration: From Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 6:00 a.m., through - [Llamas’ Corner Coffee Bar Opens on Barracks Row!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/llamas-corner-coffee-bar-opens-dc-barracks-row-capitol-hill/) - 705 8th Street, SE from our archives "Llamas’ Corner Organic COFFEE. MADE FOR COMMUNITY. Organic specialty coffee, handcrafted boba, and fresh bites served in the heart of Bolton Hill (Baltimore, MD) and now Barrack Rows (Washington, DC). Coffee shop Not a Fast food restaurant Roasting Organic,Fair-traded,Single-Origin coffee Barracks Row🦙MF 7am-8pm, SS 8am-6pm🦙" Check out their - [Prescription Chicken Moves from Shaw to Ivy City! (Eckington)](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/prescription-chicken-moved-shaw-dc-ivy-city/) - 2000 5th Street, NE via CloudKitchens Ivy City Big news from Prescription Chicken: "Big News, fam! We MOVED! After 6 (!) years in our little shop in Shaw, we've moved to our new home in Ivy City. So, what does this mean for you? Not a thing! We're still FULLY here, making all the matzah - [South Block Signage Up and Painted in Tenleytown](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/south-block-signage-painted-dc-tenleytown/) - 4523 Wisconsin Ave, NW The Robeks to South Block conversion has made great strides. ICYMI, August 2025: After 20 Years in Tenleytown – Robeks “fruit smoothies and healthy eats” has closed. January 13, 2026 New “Juice Bar Restaurant” coming to the old Robeks space!! For those not familiar with South Block: Check out their menu - [Meanwhile in Lamond: "Teens riding a couch on scooters"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/meanwhile-dc-lamond-teens-riding-a-couch-on-scooters/) - Teen me thinks this is absolutely awesome!! Dad me, is having a heart attack on their parents behalf... Godspeed but be safe fellas!! To the videos!! This is something: - [Who Needs Madame Tussauds - Check Out This Dude in front of Darvish](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dude-front-dc-darvish-wut/) - 1141 Connecticut Ave, NW previously home to Mari Vanna "Darvish Kitchen DC Driven by a deep love for sharing the warmth and flavors of Persian culture" There is an incredibly lifelike mannequin in front of Darvish Kitchen and if it would've started talking to me I might have dropped dead right then and there. Some - [EXCLUSIVE: Red Light Bar & Detroit Pizza Space Spotted in a Leasing Brochure But Fear Not "Red Light is not closing. We are relocating!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-red-light-pizza-detroit-moving-14th-street/) - 1401 R Street, NW via Papadopoulos Properties BIG NEWS via email response to my query: "Red Light is not closing. We are relocating! After nearly two decades at the corner of 14th & R, Red Light has become a staple of the community. Unfortunately, the realities of remaining in our current space no longer made - [Your Latest Update on Scofflaw Vehicle Enforcement!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/your-latest-update-dc-scofflaw-vehicle-enforcement/) - Check out the latest stats from DC City Administrator Kevin Donahue: "🚨 Update on scofflaw vehicle enforcement: 🪝FY26 YTD: @DCDPW has impounded 5,209 cars with total of $27M in unpaid citations 📌 Of those, 2,301 were "high value scofflaws" (more than $3k in unpaid fines) that owed $23.4M in unpaid tickets" Stay tuned. - [Yo! Wok and Roll Karaoke Bar and Lounge Finally Opened in Dupont Circle!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/wok-and-roll-karaoke-bar-and-lounge-opened-dc-dupont-circle/) - 1345 Connecticut Ave, NW "Karaoke Private Rooms / Private Event / Walk-in Karaoke / Full bar🍹/Sushi bar 🍣 /Chinese food" I noticed some balloons in the window of the former Big Hunt space: And sure enough they opened 5 days ago!! "🎶 Dupont Circle, we've arrived! Explore our new location with 9 karaoke rooms, a - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Fox!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/today-in-hawks-around-town-fox-washington-dc/) - Thanks to Chris for sending: "This little guy hangs out between the DC Water project and the Lincoln Memorial. He does not seem bothered by the activity…" If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to - [Update: Chai has been found!! "Missing cat after house fire on South Dakota Ave NE"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/missing-cat-after-house-fire/) - Update: "Chai is home! They found him moments ago unharmed. Phew!" "Dear PoPville, My neighbors experienced a terrible house fire and though all humans and 2 cats are safe and accounted for, 1 of their cats remains missing and we’re hoping he escaped to safety during the ordeal. The flyer for missing pets can be - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2152/) - photo by Victoria Pickering You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Taki Taki Signage Up on Barracks Row! "Coming This Fall"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/taki-taki-signage-dc-barracks-row-indian-restaurant-capitol-hill/) - 713 8th Street, SE previously home to Finn McCool’s/Molly Malone’s and, of course, Crazy Aunt Helen's "A World of Flavors, One Plate at a Time! Coming This Fall" Thanks to G. for sending. "Taki Taki transcends mere dining; it is the embodiment of legendary Indian hospitality fused with unparalleled culinary artistry. Here, we craft an - [Speaking of Weird, What the Helen of Troy is Up with all the Sand Piles?](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/speaking-of-weird-what-the-helen-of-troy-is-up-with-all-the-sand-piles/) - "Dear PoPville, These piles of sand appeared a few weeks ago on the sidewalk on my street (New Hampshire Avenue) in Columbia Heights. I think they have appeared in previous years as well. Any idea where they come from??" Anyone else seeing random piles of sand around town. Anyone know why?!?! (Wrong answers only.) No. - ["Emma's Torch, (new 4,500-square-foot café and training center), Opens in Silver Spring June 12, Training Refugees for Culinary Careers"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/emmas-torch-cafe-silver-spring-training-refugees-culinary-careers/) - courtesy Emma's Torch From a press release: "Emma’s Torch, the nonprofit social enterprise that provides culinary training for refugees, asylees and survivors of human trafficking, empowering them to build culinary careers and achieve financial independence, will open its new 4,500-square-foot café and training center on June 12 in Silver Spring (1200 East-West Hwy.). The new - [More Anniversaries of Note - Duke's Counter (across from the zoo) Turning 10!! Celebrate with Super Specials this Wed.](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dukes-counter-anniversary-party-specials-woodley-park-zoo/) - 3000 Connecticut Ave, NW Time is a flying!! From an email: "Duke's Grocery's Woodley Park/Zoo outpost, Duke's Counter, is celebrating its 10th anniversary on Wednesday, June 10 with all-day specials. Guests can enjoy: • $1 Beer • $1 Wings • $5 Mac & Cheese • $10 Cocktails The anniversary specials will be available throughout the - [Petworth (and beyond) PSA: "Piney Branch Parkway Section to Reopen Monday, Restoring a Key Route for DC Commuters"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/petworth-and-beyond-psa-piney-branch-parkway-section-to-reopen-monday-restoring-a-key-route-for-dc-commuters/) - Good news from DC Water: "Following a 27-day closure, DC Water will reopen a section of Piney Branch Parkway between Arkansas Avenue and Beach Drive NW early Monday morning, restoring an important cross-town connection for thousands of District commuters. During the closure, a section of the road was temporarily relocated for construction of DC Water’s - [In other Water News - We Got a Water Main Break in Columbia Heights](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/water-main-break-dc-columbia-heights/) - photo by Daniel Mason Thanks to Daniel for sharing with us around 8:30am Sunday morning: "Sundressfest2026 being set up a block away and a water line burst at 11th and Columbia NW" From Alert DC: "DC Water reports an emergency water outage in the 1100-1200 block of Columbia Road NW, due to a broken 12-inch - ["Found Engagement Ring Friday Night"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/found-engagement-ring-friday-night/) - via google maps "Dear PoPville, My girlfriend and I found an engagement ring on the evening of 5 June 2026 at the intersection of 11th Street NE and H Street NE. Could you please ask the PoPville community to spread the word? IF someone could describe the ring and if it belongs to them we’ll - ["DC Water Customers in Upper Northwest Cleared to Use Tap Water after Precautionary Boil Water Advisory Lifted"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-water-customers-in-upper-northwest-cleared-to-use-tap-water-after-precautionary-boil-water-advisory-lifted/) - From DC Water: "** Advisory is Lifted as of 9:00 p.m., June 6, 2026** DC Water has lifted the precautionary Boil Water Advisory for parts of Upper Northwest DC after testing confirmed the water is safe to drink. All customers in the impacted area may use tap water for all purposes after following the instructions - [JUST IN: "DC Water Issues Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for Upper Northwest Neighborhoods"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/just-in-dc-water-issues-precautionary-boil-water-advisory-for-upper-northwest-neighborhoods/) - From DC Water: "The District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority (DC Water) is issuing a Boil Water Advisory today for some customers in Northwest DC that experienced a loss of water pressure on Friday, June 5, 2026, impacting 4,970 customers. This is a precautionary notice to customers in the impacted neighborhoods to boil water - [Next Up in Massive Neighborhood Yard Sales - Brookland - "with 150+ Homes, Treasure Hunts, and Community Fun"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-neighborhood-yard-sales-brookland/) - From a press release: "The Great Brookland Yard Sale returns on Saturday, June 6, 2026, transforming Brookland, a neighborhood in Northeast DC, into one giant neighborhood-wide treasure hunt featuring more than 150 participating homes. From vintage finds and furniture to toys and baby goods, vinyl records, art, books, collectibles, and unexpected oddities, the annual event - [Dunkin’ coming to WMATA Headquarters in L’Enfant Plaza](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dunkin-coming-to-wmata-headquarters-in-lenfant-plaza/) - photo by angela n. From WMATA: "Metro has executed a 10-year lease agreement with Dunkin' to open at Metro’s headquarters building, expanding the list of eateries around L’Enfant Plaza and adding value to the Southwest D.C. neighborhood. The coffee chain will be located on D Street SW between 6th and 7th streets SW, near the - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Beaver!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/today-in-hawks-around-town-beaver-6/) - Thanks to Sharon for sending this great shot of "this beaver out of the water by the Anacostia in Navy Yard." If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to princeofpetworth@gmail.com. Thanks! Hawks around Town is - [Missed Connection - Red Line (Thurs. 6/4) and Best Dress at Phillips After Five - Music Room](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/missed-connection-red-line-and-phillips-after-five/) - Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. "Dear PoPville Thursday morning shortly before 9 am, I was on the Red Line towards Shady Grove. The train was especially crowded today and I exchanged a couple of smiles with the guy - [About that Netflix Filming - "it’s An Innocent Girl" starring Kerry Washington](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/netflix-filming-dc-innocent-girl-starring-kerry-washington/) - Thanks to a reader for sending an update on those Netflix filming signs spotted around town on Monday: "it’s An Innocent Girl Chloe East is here filming Kim Dickens is here too" Netflix wrote: "Kerry Washington is heading back to Washington, DC. An Innocent Girl follows a young and ambitious woman who is seduced by - [Checking in on the Pura Vida Miami coming to P Street - Peek Inside](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/pura-vida-miami-p-street-peek-inside-logan-circle/) - 1443 P Street, NW previously home to Commissary Thanks to Ray for sharing an updated looking inside the space coming to Logan Circle: ICYMI: Check out their menus here. “OUR MISSION establish a standard of health & wellness in the community, by providing access to healthy and nutritious food, always At the core of our - [JUST IN from Chaia: "Introducing the Aji Verde Chicken Taco"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/just-in-from-chaia-introducing-the-aji-verde-chicken-taco/) - 3207 Grace Street, NW and they also have a second location HUGE development from Chaia Tacos - Chicken!! From an email: "For over 10 years, we’ve built Chaia around one idea: vegetables deserve the spotlight. That hasn’t changed. But after a decade of serving exclusively vegetable-forward food, we found ourselves asking a question: can we - [CONFIRMED: Joe and the Juice coming to Union Station](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/confirmed-joe-and-the-juice-coming-dc-union-station/) - previously home to a Corner Bakery and a Le Pain Quotidien Last week we speculated that a Joe and the Juice was coming to Union Station. Thanks to G. for sending the coming soon confirmation. For those not familiar: "JUICE RUNDOWN How do we make our juices? It’s quite simple. You take high-quality fruits and - [DC Open House List for This Weekend: June 5, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-open-house-list-for-this-weekend-june-5-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. The first full weekend of June is here, and DC is in peak open-house season. With 360+ open houses across the city this weekend, the warm weather makes it the perfect time to stroll a few neighborhoods, tour a porch or two, and imagine your summer in a - [Taking the 'Dog Stick Library' to the Next Level!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/taking-the-dog-stick-library-to-the-next-level/) - In April we noted this Stick Repository, which was lovely. But this house in AU Park says, hold my leash. Thanks to Chris for sending this stick library on steroids. - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2151/) - photo by Adam Fagen You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Big Police Presence this Morning at Crab Plug on Georgia Ave](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/big-police-presence-this-morning-at-crab-plug-on-georgia-ave/) - Georgia and Hobart Place, NW Chich shares around 7:30am in front to Crab Plug: "DC police morning raid??" 2917 Georgia Ave NW Update from MPD: "On Friday, June 5, 2026, at approximately 7:12 a.m., MPD executed a search warrant at an establishment in the 2900 block of Georgia Avenue NW in reference to a death - [We got an opening date set for the Chipotle coming near the 9:30 Club!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/opening-date-set-dc-chipotle-shaw/) - 900 block of W Street, NW just off Florida Ave Thanks to Peter for passing on from a Chipotle rep: "Thank you for reaching out to Chipotle Customer Care. We're always looking to make things right. I really do understand how excited you are for this new location. Upon checking, this location will officially open - ["Slutty Vegan Coming to H Street (but different location than in 2023)"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/slutty-vegan-coming-dc-h-street-ne/) - 521 H Street, NE "Dear PoPville, Just wanted to let you know that Slutty Vegan appears to be close to opening on the 500 block of H Street Northeast. In 2023 it was announced, but on the 1200 block! The current space was formerly an I-71 shop that was shut down in 2024. One of - [Water Returning to the Reflecting Pool and Next Up in Fountains Flowing - John Marshall Park and Freedom Plaza](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/fountains-flowing-john-marshall-park-dc-freedom-plaza/) - Thanks to M. for sending the water starting to fill at the reflecting pool yesterday. And thanks to G. for sending below: "the fountains are back on at John Marshall Park." 400-448 C Street, NW And thanks to another reader for sending below from Freedom Plaza "The fountain works again!" Background from the National Park - ["Parked Ice Cream truck fully engulfed (in flames.) Quickly extinguished (by DC Fire and EMS.)](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/ice-cream-truck-engulfed-flames/) - via DC Fire and EMS DC Fire and EMS reported around 11am Thursday: "Box Alarm: 1700 Block of Tobias Drive SE Commercial vehicle fire - fully engulfed. All fire extinguished No extension to adjacent structure and no injuries to report. UPDATE: Box alarm 1700 Bl. Tobias Dr. SE A parked Ice Cream truck was fully - [Check out the action set for State of the Arts Night at the Eaton Hotel Saturday Night!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/state-of-the-arts-night-dc-eaton-hotel-eu-in-us/) - From EU in the U.S.: "You're invited to a choose-your-own-adventure night of arts and culture celebrating EU and U.S. collaboration and exchange! Taking over the first two floors of the Eaton DC, State of the Arts Night 2026 offers an evening of synchronized programming and chance to meet the European and American artists from the - [Missed Connection - Giordano's June 3, 6:00pm](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/missed-connection-giordanos/) - 14th and F Street, NW Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville, This missed connection happened in the outdoor seating area of Giordano's on June 3rd at around 6pm. I was sitting with my male best friend. You - [JUST IN: "The Donald J. Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room to Launch in Washington, D.C."](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/just-donald-j-trump-and-jeffrey-epstein-memorial-reading-room-washington-dc-chinatown/) - From a press release: "The Institute for Primary Facts (IPF) today announced that The Donald J. Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room is officially moving to the nation’s capital in time for President Trump’s birthday. Running between June 9-12, 2026, the first-of-its kind physical library will take over a space twice as large as - [Sweet City Ride - Volvo P1800](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/sweet-city-ride-volvo-p1800/) - Thanks to G. for sending this incredible Volvo P1800 in action. Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - ["Walgreens' January Connecticut Ave location shutdown is causing ongoing problems"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/walgreens-connecticut-ave-shutdown-ongoing-problems/) - "Dear PoPville, I have urged the regional manager of certain Walgreens' DC stores to automatically send notifications to pharmacy customers and Rx prescribers in response to all medication orders, indicating that they may be delayed. This will help ensure that patients and prescribers have the information they need from Walgreens to make decisions in the - [A Look Inside Logan Circle Park Renovations](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/a-look-inside-logan-circle-park-renovations/) - Thanks to K. for sending: "A Peek Inside Logan Circle today. Looks like they’re replanting grass and tearing up the existing sidewalks (see bulldozer) to make way for new ones." STAY TUNED. ICYMI: “New sign on Logan Circle fence” sure to enrage 99% of residents. Didn’t take long for the sign to be, uh, updated. - [Speaking of Wendy's Drive-Thru, Sir, This is not one](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/car-driving-union-station-bike-lane/) - Thanks to JP for sending from the bike lane outside Union Station yesterday: "you’re doing it wrong." Deep suspicions of a Maryland license plate but currently unconfirmed. I guess the green was just too tempting... - [Franks Wild Years Soft Opens Off 14th Street - Looks Incredible](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/franks-wild-years-soft-opens-off-14th-street/) - 1345 S Street, NW Franks Wild Years (from some of the Snappy’s folks) is so damn dope. Mint, even. Coming from some of the Snappy’s folks, this is certainly no surprise. And their signage remains top notch: Have a look around, goodness: View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Dive - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2150/) - photo by LaTur You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in - ["followed these signs by the Fort Totten metro and discovered a coffee stand inside Explore! Children's Museum!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/followed-these-signs-by-the-fort-totten-metro-and-discovered-a-coffee-stand-inside-explore-childrens-museum/) - Thanks to Katy for sharing with us: "I followed these signs by the Fort Totten metro and discovered a coffee stand inside Explore! Children's Museum! So excited to have a walkable coffee spot! Finally! 395 Ingraham Street, NE Thanks for the shaken espresso, Tz'ikin Cafe." 'Salvadoran & Guatemalan mobile coffee cart experience. ☕ Direct-sourced Central - [We've Got a Corpse Flower Bloom Alert!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/weve-got-a-corpse-flower-bloom-alert/) - "The morning after peak bloom for a corpse flower (Amorphophallus titanum)" Check out the action at the U.S. Botanic Garden (100 Maryland Ave, SW): "Want to see and smell a big stink? We have a corpse flower bloom (Amorphophallus titanum) opening right now (Wednesday, June3)! We will stay open until 9 pm tonight for visitors - ["Could DDOT share an updated prediction when they will finish the mess that is the Pennsylvania Ave. SE/Potomac Ave. SE/14th St. SE?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/could-ddot-share-an-updated-prediction-when-they-will-finish-the-mess-that-is-the-pennsylvania-ave-se-potomac-ave-se-14th-st-se/) - "Dear PoPville, After DDOT completes its transformation of the mess that is the Pennsylvania Ave. SE/Potomac Ave. SE/14th St. SE intersection in Capitol Hill into a normal traffic circle, drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike will be able to breathe easier knowing they'll be a bit safer navigating this area. So far, despite some delays from - [Speaking Highly Anticipated, A Peek in the Window the Petworth Wendy's - Still Waiting...](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/window-washington-dc-petworth-wendys-waiting/) - Last we checked in on the reopening status of the Petworth Wendy's on Georgia Ave we noted that folks were driving aimlessly around the Drive-Thru but things were still closed. I peeked in the window while at Porchfest this past weekend and well, not quite there yet. 3900 Georgia Ave, NW Stay tuned, probably only - [Checking in on the Reflecting Pool - Some Sorta Celebration Yesterday. Completed?](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/reflecting-pool-celebration-completed/) - Thanks to M. for sending the latest yesterday from the reflecting pool: Anyone know if they were celebrating the completion? Stay tuned for water. - [Holy Smokes, Litteri's is Turning 100!! Celebrate Saturday, June 20th!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/litteri-dc-italian-100-celebrate-union-market/) - 517 Morse Street, NE Of course we can, and should celebrate Litteri's everyday! We've celebrated lots of anniversaries around town over the years but I think this is our first centenary recognition!?! "DC’s favorite place for Italian subs, deli, groceries and wine since 1926." - [Rock Creek Park could become “Rock Creek National Park”](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/rock-creek-park-could-become-rock-creek-national-park/) - From the office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton: "Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) introduced her bill to rename Rock Creek Park as "Rock Creek National Park," which would acknowledge the importance of the park for the nation, visitors, tourists, and its central place for District of Columbia residents. Norton said this name would highlight Rock - ["DC Water Urges Customers to Conserve Water As Regional Drought Watch Declared"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-water-urges-customers-to-conserve-water-as-regional-drought-watch-declared/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer From DC Water: "Dry Conditions, above-average temperatures, and below-normal water levels in the Potomac River have prompted a Drought Watch by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments’ (COG) Drought Coordination Committee. A drought watch is triggered when the entire DC region experiences moderate drought, with current conditions some of the most - ["Can someone chime in on whether this is legal??"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/can-someone-chime-in-on-whether-this-is-legal/) - "Dear PoPville, I am next door to a townhouse being renovated (at 1700 block of 16th Street, NW). Until yesterday the view out of my windows has been the roofs of the townhouses on my block as they are all shorter than my apartment building, but I came home yesterday and they are building a - [Know Your Path, DC struggling with opioid addiction? Get help now.](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/know-your-path-dc-struggling-with-opioid-addiction-get-help-now-oct1/) - Opioid addiction touches every corner of our city — and every one of us has a role to play. Whether you're looking to protect yourself, support a loved one, or simply understand what's happening in your community, Know Your Path is here for you. Know Your Risks. Know Your Options. Know Your Community. If you - ["Micro Happy Hours, Macro Savings: The Group Behind Behind Bar Charley, El Chucho, & Little Coco’s Launches Wildly Affordable Happy Hour with $5 Cocktails, $.50 Oysters, $1 Tacos & More"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/bar-charley-el-chucho-little-cocos-launches-wildly-affordable-happy-hour/) - From a press release: "When did the happy hour cocktail casually become $12. Then $14. Then $16. Gone are the days of the $5 cocktail and an affordable night out on the town. In this economy? Please. These days, it seems happy hours have lost their charm and going out comes at the casual cost - [Today* in Turkeys around Town - Crestwood](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/today-in-turkeys-around-town-crestwood/) - Thanks to LeeAnn for sharing these great shots from Crestwood: If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to princeofpetworth@gmail.com. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia - [Don Julio’s (Grocery/Pupuseria) Still Open in Columbia Heights!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/don-julios-grocery-pupuseria-still-open-in-columbia-heights/) - 1460 Park Road, NW Back in March we shared the sad news that the Proprietor of Don Julio’s (Grocery/Pupuseria) Passed Away. At the time we weren't sure if Don Julio’s would be reopening or not. I'm happy to report that have indeed reopened! Go get your pupusas (and more) at your pleasure! - [DC Fresh Finds for June 3, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dc-fresh-finds-for-june-3-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. This renovated Penn Branch home has a designer kitchen and parking for six: 3422 Pennsylvania Ave SE Fully renovated detached Colonial Handcrafted Zellige Moroccan-tile kitchen Rare front + backyard green space 2-car garage, parking for six New roof, Trex porch, Hardie siding Other Notable Fresh Listings: The Most - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2149/) - photo by angela n. You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [MORE Fountains Flowing - Check Out Lafayette Park](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/fountains-flowing-dc-lafayette-park/) - Thanks to LM for sending: "Fountains in Lafayette Park are also back!" From the National Park Service: "The seven acre Lafayette Park is directly north of the White House. The land that comprises Lafayette Park had been used as a race track, a showplace for caged animals, a graveyard, a slave market, and an encampment - [Did you know Sheridan Circle had a fountain element? Neither did I!! Check it out.](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/sheridan-circle-fountain-washington-dc-working/) - Thanks to John for sending: "Sheridan Circle is my favorite circle statue. Never seen the fountains operational." Background from Wikipedia: "Sheridan Circle is a traffic circle and park in the Sheridan-Kalorama neighborhood of Washington, D.C. The traffic circle, one of two in the neighborhood, is the intersection of 23rd Street NW, Massachusetts Avenue NW, and - [Frank, Kitten Rescued From Ceiling of Chinatown Metro, Turns One!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/frank-kitten-rescued-from-ceiling-of-chinatown-metro-turns-one/) - "Dear PoPville, Chinatown metro cat update - turned one year old (last Friday) and now 15lbs from the 2.5lb twelve week old that climbed down the gate from the rafters." Awesome. Happy Birthday Frank! - [Cafe Unido said to be opening Buzzard Point location later this month!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/cafe-unido-dc-buzzard-point-opening/) - 101 V Street, SW Thanks to a ymc for sending: "The window cling just came down on the future Cafe Unido in Buzzard Point. I think it looks alright. The receptionist in the building next door said it’s supposed to open June 27 🤞." Have a peek: "Panama has the best coffee in the world - [Petworth Cleaners Closed - Where is your go to Dry Cleaners these Days?](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/petworth-cleaners-closed-quest-for-the-best-left/) - 3903 Georgia Ave, NW So where are the best/most reliable/well priced dry cleaners in town these days? "Dear PoPville, I was walking through the neighborhood this morning, and I noticed that Petworth Cleaners closed! If you Google "Petworth Cleaners," the search result on the right side of the page says, "Permanently Closed." I just wanted - [EXILES Celebrating 10 Year Anniversary on U Street with 10 Cent Guinness Happy Hours!! and more](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/exiles-celebrating-10-year-anniversary-dc-u-street-guinness/) - 1610 U Street, NW Details from an email: "CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF EXILES! We’re turning 10, and we’re celebrating the only way we know how…with pints of Guinness & good company! Join us June 3rd, 4th & 5th starting at 3:00 PM for our 10th Anniversary Guinness Happy Hours! 🍀 The FIRST KEG of Guinness - [SWEET City Ride - Fiat Bertone Torino](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/sweet-city-ride-fiat-bertone-torino/) - Thanks to Eric for sending this absolute beauty: "1986 Bertone (Fiat) Torino X1-9 convertible." Sweet City Ride is, unironically, made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - [EXCLUSIVE End of an Era CONFIRMED: The Prime Rib Closing on K Street this Month. "anticipated new restaurant opening in late 2026"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/prime-rib-possibly-closing-washington-dc-k-street/) - 2020 K Street, NW opened here in 1976 UPDATE - CONFIRMED by The Prime Rib: "Yes, The Prime Rib™ at 2020 K Street NW will be closing this month. The last day of service will be June 17. While this corporation will be closing, The Prime Rib™ brand plans to remain a presence in DC - ["Garage Door Recommendations"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/garage-door-recommendations-dc/) - "Dear PoPville, We have a freestanding overhead garage door facing our alley that needs to be either repaired or replaced. We have yet to find anyone who has had a good experience with a garage door company, so I thought I'd put it out to the masses for help. Any companies folks would recommend?" - [Archeological Finds Vol. 119 – Remember When you could get a nice Smoking Jacket for $7.99? Who could forget Slenderella Mints?!? Silver Nip Grapefruit Juice?](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/cool-old-house-finds-mount-pleasant/) - Archeological Finds is made possible by the Friends of Antonio Meucci Society. Should you come across any old DC photos or ephemera from your or your family’s collection please send to princeofpetworth@gmail.com or DM us at one of our socials @PoPville thanks! Thanks to N. for sending from Mount Pleasant: "We're doing a bathroom renovation - [Missed Connection - Jazz In the Garden (5/28)](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/missed-connection-jazz-in-the-garden/) - photo by Ron Cohn Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville, Hoping to connect with the woman I briefly chatted with at Jazz in the Garden's last Friday. I asked if you minded if I posted up with - ["Looking for some Good Samaritans who helped me at the Shaw Dog Park on Sunday"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/looking-good-samaritans-dc-shaw-dog-park/) - photo by Mr.TinMD "Dear PoPville, I hope you can help me track down some good samaritans who helped me at the Shaw dog park on Sunday (5/31) around 12:30pm. I was bitten by a dog and multiple people helped by calling 911, assisting me, and helping my dog. I am so grateful so many people - [A New Reality Cooking Show, 100 Cooks, Kicks Off Sunday featuring 5 DMV area Cooks including Washington DC's Own Nupur (Nupe) Mehta!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/100-cooks-featuring-nupur-nupe-mehta-washington-dc-legend/) - Nupe From the Food Network: "100 Cooks All New June 7 at 9|8c Terry Crews welcomes 100 of America's elite home cooks to the 100 Cooks arena where they'll be challenged to run the gauntlet Host Terry Crews welcomes 100 of America's elite home cooks to the 100 Cooks arena where they'll be challenged to - [Friends of the White Whale Society Presents - Enjoying a Nut](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/friends-of-the-white-whale-society-presents-enjoying-a-nut/) - Thanks to Rachel for sending on behalf of 8 year old who Simon spotted it from the "Mall outside the National Gallery of Art West Building." Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to princeofpetworth@gmail.com If you spot a hawk, - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2148/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - ["Update on The Potter's House"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/update-on-the-potters-house/) - 1658 Columbia Road, NW "Dear PoPville, When I was walking by the Potter's House and people were inside having a meeting. They saw me looking in and a nice lady came out said THEY ARE REOPENING but did not say when. She said to come to the community engagement meeting on June 16th from 7 - [Fort Reno Summer Concerts "need a little help from our friends."](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/fort-reno-summer-concerts-need-a-little-help-from-our-friends/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer Important ask from Fort Reno Summer Concerts: "There comes a time in every free concert series’ life, when they need a boost. FRCS rarely rattles its cup and does the most we can with the gifts we are given. This year though, we need a little help from our friends. Your - ["Dog Delivery"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/dog-delivery/) - "Dear PoPville, I talked to the owners. Apparently he loves to carry bags. This is on N Street by the Surfside down there." - [About that Big Plume of Smoke Spotted around 4pm Today - Amazon Truck Caught Fire "with extension to a personal vehicle"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/washington-dc-van-ness-amazon-truck-fire/) - Thanks to a reader for sending from 35th Street between Alton Place and Yuma NW around 4pm: "An Amazon truck caught fire. Driver is thankfully okay." DC Fire and EMS reported: "Vehicle Fire: 4:04 pm - 4400 Block of 35th Street NW Commercial delivery vehicle fully engulfed with extension to a personal vehicle. All fire - [Meanwhile on Constitution Avenue](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/meanwhile-dc-constitution-avenue/) - Thanks to jburka for also sharing with us on Sunday: "Wondering why constitution ave is closed and there seems to be a giant wooden platform being built across it." photo by LaTur Possibly part of the Grand Prix set up? - [Netflix is Filming Something around Town!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/netflix-is-filming-something-around/) - "Dear PoPville, Netflix movie filming in DC. Feel free to post and try to figure out what it is. Supposedly could be a Kerry Washington movie." Other spots where it's filming: Stay tuned. - [Missed Connection - "the train home from NYC on Thursday"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/missed-connection-the-train-home-from-nyc-on-thursday/) - photo by Emma K Alexandra Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville, I was on the train home from NYC on Thursday sitting across from someone who also got off in DC. Chit chatted a bit on a - [Checking in on the Reflecting Pool Painting and UFC Stage Construction at the White House](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/eflecting-pool-painting-ufc-stage-white-house/) - photo by Phil Yabut Thanks to Phil for sharing how things are looking at the reflecting pool with us yesterday (Sunday): "The Reflecting Pool now looks like it's being coated with roofing tar." And as for the UFC stage being built at the White House: photo by Phil Yabut "The White House's tacky UFC octagon - ["A stellar student who has grown up too quickly with many immigrant family responsibilities, she and her family are now being threatened with deportation."](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/help-my-family-stay-for-graduation/) - "Dear PoPville, Felicia is a local senior high school student, the president of her Student Government Association, and a recipient of the Stephen Joel Trachtenberg Scholarship, which awards a full ride at GWU to just ten DC high school students each year. A stellar student who has grown up too quickly with many immigrant family - [Looks Like The Riggsby Reopened on P Street](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/the-riggsby-reopened-washington-dc-p-street/) - 2121 P Street, NW Maybe it's a soft opening because their IG still says: "The wait is almost over. Michael Schlow & The Riggsby are reopening in Dupont Circle, summer 2026." Though their website says "OPENING MAY 2026" and you can make reservations. Thanks to Susan for sending: "The Riggsby is open on P St., - [Mood District reopened "as a coffeeshop/coworking space" in Columbia Heights!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/mood-district-reopened-as-a-coffeeshop-coworking-space-in-columbia-heights/) - 3582 13th Street, NW Thanks to Alex for sending: "Hey just letting you know, Mood District on 13th in Columbia Heights is back open. It had been somewhat of a convenience store and closed last year, but reopened recently as a coffeeshop/coworking space with wifi with expanded outdoor space hidden in the back. A very - ["New private school opening in Chinatown"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/new-private-school-opening-in-chinatown/) - 825 7th Street, NW Thanks to S. for sending: "I saw this sign at 825 7th ST NW, seems the upstairs of Chili Bistro is going to be a private school now." Templeton Academy's website says: "Education at the crossroads of history and innovation At Templeton Academy, our downtown DC location provides unparalled access to - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2147/) - photo by Victoria Pickering You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - ["long story short, watch out on the MBT. Avoid wearing big headphones or anything with a chord that is easy to grab"](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/mbt-washington-dc-warning/) - "Dear PoPville, The headphone snatchers are still out on the MBT. A week ago I was walking on the MBT at night near the Eckington Dog Park and two teens rode by on a Lime electric bike. A woman coming the other way yelled something and said they had just grabbed her air pods. I - ["Empanadas, wine, and cocktails launch at DOLCEZZA’s artistic shipping container at the Hirshhorn" Starting Tuesday!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/empanadas-wine-and-cocktails-launch-at-dolcezzas-artistic-shipping-container-at-the-hirshhorn-starting-tuesday/) - Independence Ave, SW &, 7th Street, SW From an email: "Artisan gelateria DOLCEZZA is teaming up with Flor. Coffee + Books for a tasty collaboration: handmade empanadas. A Taste of Argentina Starting Tuesday, June 2nd, three new varieties of handmade empanadas will be available at the DOLCEZZA artistic shipping container on the grounds of the - [Big Smoke Plume Spotted in Columbia Heights from a Carbque](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/big-smoke-plume-spotted-in-columbia-heights/) - Thanks to J. for sending: "14th and Euclid St NW at 8:30 am. Can’t tell what house or building it’s coming from though." Update from DC Fire and EMS: "This was a car fire." - [Meanwhile at the White House - AND about that UFC Fight](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/white-house-ufc-fight-construction-troops/) - photo by Phil Yabut Thanks to Phil for sharing: "The UFC octagon and ballroom construction site at the White House, from the top of the Washington Monument this morning. Bleh." CNN reports: "Troops must meet weight standard to get free tickets to the White House UFC fight" Wait, what? "Senior Pentagon leaders are putting together - [Paris Baguette Opening on Wisconsin Ave this Sunday - Maison de Beaute Salon & Spa already opened next door.](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/paris-baguette-opening-dc-wisconsin-ave/) - Wisconsin and Upton Place, NW Thanks to Stuart for sending the Paris Baguette news: You can see Paris Baguette's menu here. “Paris Baguette is your neighborhood bakery cafe bringing expertly crafted baked and brewed goods to the Washington community. Our bakers, cakers, and baristas are serving up handcrafted cakes, freshly baked pastries and breads, delicious Lavazza - [Good Gorgeous Glorious Saturday Morning](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/good-gorgeous-saturday-morning/) - Thanks to James for sending: "Every seat taken at the Malcom X fountains today!" Enjoy!! - [Unfortunate Exclusive: "Present Company Public House will be closing to the public on May 31st."](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/exclusive-present-company-closing-washington-dc/) - 438 Massachusetts Ave, NW A farewell note from the folks at Present Company Public House: "To our wonderful community, We’ve been putting this off for a long time – maybe longer than we should have – because it’s a difficult reality to confront. And because it’s been a rough several years for the DC restaurant - [MPD makes arrest in Shooting (6:18pm, May 17th) near Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/mpd-makes-arrest-dc-shooting-near-meridian-hill-malcolm-x-park/) - via google maps From MPD: "The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of a suspect involved in a shooting that occurred in Northwest. On Sunday, May 17, 2026, at approximately 6:18 p.m., Third District officers responded to the report of the sounds of gunshots in the 2600 block of 15th Street, Northwest. Upon arrival, officers - [Urban Garden Brewing Soft Opened in the former Right Proper space in Shaw - Looks amazing!! AND there are complimentary house pickles..](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/urban-garden-brewing-opened-dc-shaw/) - 624 T Street, NW "Soft Open Hours Tues-Thurs 4-9 PM Fri-Sat 4-10 PM Craft Beverage Community Hub" Grand Opening is Juneteenth: "Grand opening day is finally here and we hope you can be there to celebrate DC’s FIRST Black Woman-owned brewery! Everyone is welcome to join us in this historical moment as we cut the - [And in Gym Openings - A New SWEAT DC in Shaw](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/and-in-gym-openings-a-new-sweat-dc-in-shaw/) - 1840 7th Street, NW From an email: "SWEAT DC is officially opening the doors to its brand new Shaw location — the 6th location — marking an exciting milestone for the growing community. This is more than just a new gym opening. It represents a new chapter, a stronger community, and a bigger movement. The - [Wagshal's Grand Bodega Signage Spotted at the old Breadline Downtown!](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/wagshals-grand-bodega-signage-spotted-at-the-old-breadline-downtown/) - 1747 Pennsylvania Ave, NW previously home to the legendary Breadline (RIP) Man this is taking FOREVER but some visible progress is most welcome!! Thanks to Andy for sending "the old Breadline space (RIP) is getting closer to becoming Wagshal’s Grand Bodega. Wagshal’s in old Breadline space finally has signage." I'll take it! Stay tuned. - [Happy June 1st - Behold this Beautiful Last*** Christmas Tree in Town](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/happy-june-1st-behold-this-beautiful-last-christmas-tree-in-town/) - Thanks to Fred for sending this beauty from 16th and Corcoran St, NW. “After February 28, 2026, holiday trees and greenery should be placed at the normal point of collection for trash and recycling. Holiday trees and greenery will be collected as space permits in the truck.” *Last Christmas Tree in Town (definitely not the - [CAVA Tenleytown will Stay Open until 6/10 before starting expansion/renovations](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/cava-tenleytown-will-stay-open-until-6-10-before-starting-expansion-renovations/) - 4237 Wisconsin Ave, NW A few weeks ago we shared the news that Cava was Closing Soon for Renovation/Expansion into space next door on Wisconsin. Thanks to Cordell for passing on the update from CAVA: "Open Until 6/10 We pushed back renovations - our doors will be closing starting 6/11, but you can still visit - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/06/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2146/) - photo by Adam Fagen You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Missed Connection - Tuesday on the Yellow Line](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/missed-connection-tuesday-on-the-yellow-line/) - photo by Lorie Shaull Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. "Dear PoPville, Tuesday (5-26) about 6:40pm I’m trying to reconnect with the woman I spoke with briefly on the yellow line headed towards Huntington. We discussed chiropractors and the - ["Fare evasion on Metro Bus could result in approximately $50 million in lost revenue"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/fare-evasion-on-metro-bus-could-result-in-approximately-50-million-in-lost-revenue/) - Outside Fort Totten, WMATA also adding more "fare vending machines outside stations, closer to bus stops for our Metro Bus customers." From WMATA: "Metro’s “Fares Pay for Service” campaign is now in effect, a systemwide initiative focused on improving fare compliance and protecting funding for the transportation service customers depend on every day. The campaign - ["the hypocrisy of arresting a guy for drinking in public on his birthday when porchfest is 1 day away..."](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/the-hypocrisy-of-arresting-a-guy-for-drinking-in-public-on-his-birthday-when-porchfest-is-1-day-away/) - Varnum and Kansas Ave, NW (across from 9th) "Dear PoPville, I think the hypocrisy of arresting a guy for drinking in public on his birthday when porchfest is 1 day away and everyone and their moms will be drinking outside on the sidewalks is just sick." Full report: "at Varnum and Kansas Ave NW; across - ["Introducing Public Interest: DC’s New Modern Brasserie" - Bluestone Lane Coffee on K Street also open!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/public-interest-dc-new-modern-brasserie-bluestone-lane-coffee-k-street-open/) - 1776 K Street, NW Check out their menus here. From an email: "Located on the corner of K Street NW within the new Tempo by Hilton Washington DC Downtown, Public Interest brings a modern brasserie experience to one of the most influential zip codes in the country. With its brass-accented interiors and beautiful city views, - [Driver Crashed into Service Bar's Streatery on U Street](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/driver-crashed-into-service-bar-streatery-dc-u-street/) - 900 block of U Street, NW Thanks to J. and D. for sending from Vermont and U Street, NW around 4:15pm yesterday (Thursday): "Collision with a streatery. Nobody eating inside, thankfully." Looks like are safe and the damage to the streatery wasn't too bad. But questions remain... - [First Spotted Lantern Flies, uh, Spotted](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/first-spotted-lantern-flies-dc-spotted/) - And in less pleasant wildlife news, time to take our squashing boots out of the closet. Thanks to Stephen for sending the heads up from Petworth: "The spotted lantern flies are back. You can see them on the top left stem as well. I killed close to 30 on this one plant." Release the yellow - [Looks Like Row House - West End Closing](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/row-house-west-end-closing/) - 1155 21st Street, NW Ed. Note: In an email to Row House West End asking for confirmation that 5/31 would be their last day they only replied asking me if I was a member, then did not reply again. So apparently they neither confirm nor deny... Thanks to R. for sending: "looks like Row House - [DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 29, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-open-house-list-for-this-weekend-may-29-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. With over 275 open houses across the city this weekend, the post–Memorial Day market is in full swing, and DC's spring inventory is showing up beautifully. From historic Cleveland Park co-ops to Anacostia condos to Petworth Wardman classics, here's where RLAH @properties agents will be opening doors. To - [Shooting in Petworth around 6pm](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/shooting-in-petworth-around-6pm/) - A reader reports from Petworth around 6pm (Thursday): "Huge police response north of Sherman Circle… At least 10-12 shots fired. 2 kids shot." From AlertDC: "Alert: MPD Units are investigating a Shooting in the 1300 block of Emerson Street, NW. Lookout is for a black male, wearing gray pants, black backpack and operating an orange - [Missed Connection - The Coffee Bar in Shaw](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/missed-connection-the-coffee-bar-in-shaw/) - Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville, Long shot, but on Wednesday morning May 27 at The Coffee Bar in Shaw. You: brown wavy hair glasses, were working on laptop @ common table I, black t-shirt and glasses, - [Signs of the Times - Taylor Street Bike Lane edition](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/signs-of-the-times-taylor-street-bike-lane-edition/) - Thanks to Samantha for sending from Brookland. From DDOT: "This project aims to provide a safe, protected east-west connection for bicyclists and safe connections to the schools along this corridor. This project will improve pedestrian safety by adding traffic calming measures along the corridor. This project is one portion of a larger east-west corridor bikeways - [Speaking of cooked, Post Carbque in Kingman Park](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/post-carbque-dc-kingman-park/) - 1700 block of Gales Street, NE Thanks to a reader for sending this morning from next to the Rosedale Rec Center. It had been 35 days since our last reported carbque. - ["Chicago’s legendary deep-dish pizza brand Giordano’s is officially opening its first Washington, D.C. location on June 9" Have a look inside and read all the info](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/giordanos-chicago-pizza-first-dc-location-opening-date-info/) - 14th and F Street, NW From a press release: "Giordano’s, the legendary Chicago-based pizzeria known for its iconic stuffed deep-dish pizza, announced today that it will officially open its first Washington, D.C. location on June 9. Located at 600 14th St. NW in the city’s bustling Lafayette Square neighborhood, the restaurant will bring its world-famous - [JUST IN: "Something new at Union Station" Joe and the Juice is Coming!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/joe-and-the-juice-could-be-coming-dc-union-station/) - Ed. Note: This space was previously home to a Corner Bakery and a Le Pain Quotidien. Thanks to J. for sending: "I saw this today. Under the new Wolfgang Puck Bites place. This went up in the past day or so. I think the pink is a little much, but at the same time, if - [Soccer, summer nights, and cold drinks at The Bullpen](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/soccer-summer-nights-and-cold-drinks-at-the-bullpen-geo1/) - The Bullpen is becoming DC’s World Cup HQ this summer. Located at 1201 Half Street SE in the heart of Navy Yard, The Bullpen will feature World Cup matches throughout the tournament alongside Nationals home games to create an all-day destination for soccer fans, baseball fans, and anyone looking for the ultimate game day atmosphere - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Black-crowned night heron!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/today-in-hawks-around-town-black-crowned-night-heron-2/) - Thanks to Rebecca for sending this fantastic photo: "Spotted this gorgeous fellow--a black-crowned night heron--in Georgetown." If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to princeofpetworth@gmail.com. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2145/) - photo by Jason Gooljar You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [OK Soccer Fans: "Soft-cover Panini FIFA 2026 Sticker Albums and Sticker Packs will be available starting Friday, May 29 at all Giant Food locations" Meetup to Trade Stickers set for June 6 in Columbia Heights](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/world-cup-sticker-albums-packs-giant-grocery/) - From an email: "With the global phenomenon FIFA World Cup kicking off June 11 and continuing through July 19, soccer super-fans everywhere are in search of the iconic, hyper-collectible Panini FIFA 2026 Sticker Albums and Sticker Packs. Featuring dedicated sticker pages for every national team, the books and stickers will be the craze of this summer as fans snap up stickers - [Today* in Corgis*** Around Town – "(very) cute dog on the bus"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/today-in-corgis-around-town-very-cute-dog-on-the-bus/) - Thanks to M. for sending from a recent bus ride: "Hung out with this goober while I was on my way to the airport. They were so well behaved. The owner was very nice!" ***This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT a corgi but - [Continuing Coverage of the Reflecting Pool Painting Cont.](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/continuing-coverage-of-the-reflecting-pool-painting-cont/) - Thanks to M. for sending the latest from the reflecting pool: Starting to look darker or just the way the light was, uh, reflecting? - [Pastiamo Osteria posts Liquor License Placard](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/pastiamo-osteria-posts-liquor-license-placard/) - 2614 Connecticut Avenue, NW "🇮🇹 Pizza from the Fire. Pasta by Hand. ✨ Your Neighborhood Osteria 👉 Coming Soon — Woodley Park" A peek inside: "Almost ready. 👀 The room is almost ready, and it’s exactly what Woodley Park deserves. A neighborhood Italian spot where you actually want to slow down. 🇮🇹" The placard for - [Yo! "Power To The People Festival Just Announced!" Check out the lineup coming to Merriweather Post Pavilion](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/power-to-the-people-festival-merriweather-concert/) - Following yesterday's news, “lineup for The Great American State Fair is here”, comes a WAY BIGGER ANNOUNCEMENT from I.M.P.: "We are ecstatic to announce Tom Morello’s Power To The People Festival, a non-partisan celebration of peace, love, justice, solidarity, music, and community action taking place at Merriweather Post Pavilion on Saturday, October 3. Our two - [AND Speaking of, uh, something - The musical "lineup for The Great American State Fair is here" and it's, uh, shall we say, eclectic](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/great-american-state-fair-music-acts-announced/) - From Freedom 250: "JUST ANNOUNCED: The lineup for The Great American State Fair is here — and it’s bringing the hits. 🇺🇸🎶 Martina McBride, Young MC, C+C Music Factory, Vanilla Ice, Milli Vanilli, The Commodores, Morris Day & The Time, Flo Rida, Bret Michaels …and many more. 16 days. 56 states and territories. One unforgettable - [Checking in on the work at Stanton Park - Benches are Back!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/checking-in-on-the-work-at-stanton-park-benches-are-back/) - 4th and 6th Street, NE at Maryland Avenue and Massachusetts Avenue, NE Thanks to L. for sending the "update regarding the park remodel. It’s complete and new benches." From NPS: "Originally designated as “No.5” by Pierre L’Enfant in 1791, Stanton Park is a designed cultural landscape located in northeast Washington, D.C., its four acres are - [Speaking of Odd](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/speaking-of-odd/) - Thanks to E. for sending yesterday (Tuesday) around 5pm: "Duolingo Owl is at foggy bottom metro night now!" Anyone else spot him? - ["There is no sign on the door. What’s going on?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/there-is-no-sign-on-the-door-whats-going-on/) - 1830 14th Street, NW "Dear PoPville, The Post Office closed again. It is 1:50pm (Tuesday) and the post office at 1830 14th St. is closed. The screen is down and the door is locked. There is no sign on the door. There were other people waiting when we got there - they had been waiting - [Andy's Pizza Owner: "urging the D.C. Council to pass the RESALE Act now, to protect consumers and support the local businesses that make our district the vibrant city that it is."](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/andy-brown-pizza-resale-act-dc-council-pop-ed/) - photo courtesy Andy Brown The following was written by Andy Brown, Owner & Founder, Andy’s Pizza. PoP-Ed. posts can be submitted via email to princeofpetworth(at)gmail(dot)com please include PoP-Ed. in the subject line. Nothing, and I mean nothing, is more frustrating than paying more than you should for something. Anyone who has ever been to an airport knows - ["Looking to enjoy live music in the community? Come to DC’s largest neighborhood music festival, Petworth PorchFest, on Saturday, May 30th!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/petworth-porchfest-2026-info/) - IMPORTANT PSA: "What: Petworth PorchFest, DC’s largest, award-winning neighborhood music festival, featuring around 430 bands from 31 different musical genres playing on 164 porches across the Greater Petworth neighborhood. The schedule is available here. When: Saturday, May 30th, with music on porches across the neighborhood from 2-7pm and music on the Main Stage at the - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Reflecting](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/today-in-hawks-around-town-reflecting/) - Super cool. Thanks to Christine for sharing these awesome shots from SW near the Wharf: If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to princeofpetworth@gmail.com. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant - [Delhi Belly Proper Signage Posted! Indian Street Food Still Coming!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/delhi-belly-still-coming-proper-signage-posted/) - 1560 Wisconsin Ave, NW previously home to Oakberry, La Jolie Bleue Bakery & Cafe, Bharati and before them the longtime home to Dolcezza We first broke the news that Delhi Belly! Indian Street Food! was "coming soon" back in August 2025. It's looking super close now: Check out their menu here. Delhi Belly's "Restaurant History" - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2144/) - photo by Fritz Myer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - ["First Look: Grand Hyatt Washington's Oribu Brings Japanese-Mediterranean Dining to DC This June"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/first-look-grand-hyatt-washingtons-oribu-brings-japanese-mediterranean-dining-to-dc-this-june/) - rendering at 1000 H Street, NW From an email: "Grand Hyatt Washington is opening a new dining concept, Oribu, on June 26, 2026. Named after the Japanese word for olive, a symbol of nourishment and quiet strength, Oribu draws inspiration from the historic trade routes connecting Asia to the Mediterranean, blending Japanese culinary precision with - ["Trash can mystery - rash of recent thefts."](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/trash-can-mystery-rash-of-recent-thefts/) - from the PoPville archives circa 2008 "Dear PoPville, I'm wondering if anyone else has been experiencing a recent rash of trash can thefts. I've lived in the same building in Capitol Hill for the past 4+ years and never had any issues, but in less than a year we've now had our city trash can - [There's a new Porcupette at the Zoo!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/theres-a-new-porcupette-at-the-zoo/) - Photo by Mimi Nowlin/Smithsonian Great news from the Smithsonian's National Zoo: "The morning of May 20, Small Mammal House keepers spotted something clinging to a branch near prehensile-tailed porcupine Beatrix: a porcupette! This is the fourth offspring for both Beatrix and her mate, Quillbur. Like it’s three siblings before—Quillow (2023), Fofo (2022) and Quilliam (2019)—this - [DC Fresh Finds for May 27, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-fresh-finds-for-may-27-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. This Shaw rowhome has a built-in Airbnb on a Michelin-starred block: 914 N St NW 2-unit Shaw rowhome (live + rent) Separate lower-level Airbnb unit Block from Blagden Alley's Michelin spots One block to the Mt Vernon/Convention Center Metro Spa bath, exposed brick, courtyard garden Other Notable Fresh - [Meanwhile at Freedom Plaza - Those Statues are For Real](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/meanwhile-at-freedom-plaza-those-statues-are-for-real/) - 14th and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW ICYMI: Caesar Rodney, “a signer of the Declaration of Independence and an enslaver”, Statue Now Up in Freedom Plaza Thanks to Emily for the heads up: "More statues at Freedom Plaza." I had to see this with my own eyes and sure enough: STAY TUNED. - [SO About Those Nationals' Hot Dog Hats...](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/so-about-those-nationals-hot-dog-hats/) - Today one actually listed for US $425.00!! Thanks to Coach Luster for sharing this insanity over the weekend: "This whole DC hot dog craze has hit a new level! $300 for a hat?!?" My take: Bad day to be a fool with money https://t.co/x1oe9RMmC1— PoPville (@PoPville) May 23, 2026 You can scroll all the current - [Franks Wild Years announces Opening Date for next Week!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/franks-wild-years-announces-opening-date-for-next-week/) - 1345 S Street, NW. "really soon. opening june 2." Great news from from some of the Snappy’s folks who are opening up Franks Wild Years in Logan Circle/U Street: "Ready for the next phase (where we can actually have people here). Opening June 2." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Franks Wild - [Covering all the bases...](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/covering-all-the-bases/) - "Dear PoPville, Seen today on the Metropolitan Branch Trail No parking on the bicycle path?..." - ["Is the solution to DC’s rat problem… foxes??"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/is-the-solution-to-dcs-rat-problem-foxes/) - Ed. Note: When my wife finally let's me run for City Council HIGH on my platform will be ensuring the abundance of Foxes, Hawks, Eagles, and of course Black Rat Snakes. Also, please remember to vote for current candidates - you should have (or will soon) received your primary ballot in the mail. "Dear PoPville, - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Northern Water Snake (plus Rock Creek River)](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/today-in-hawks-around-town-northern-water-snake-plus-rock-creek-river/) - Thanks to Tom for sending over the weekend: "A big ass Northern Water Snake in Klingle Valley! Rock Creek is quite swollen: If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to princeofpetworth@gmail.com. Thanks! Hawks around Town - [Teaism Celebrating Their 30th Anniversary June 6th in Penn Quarter!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/teaism-celebrating-30th-anniversary-dc-penn-quarter/) - 400 8th Street, NW "a major milestone for Teaism: our 30th anniversary will be on Sat. June 6th, and we want to celebrate it with you! Join us at our Penn Quarter location (400 8th Street, NW) between 12-3 PM on June 6th. To sweeten things up, we’ll be re-booting our collaborative Obanyaki Ice Cream - [HOSU Korea - "authentic K-beauty chosen for you"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/hosu-korea-authentic-k-beauty-chosen-for-you/) - 1515 Wisconsin Ave, NW "HOSŪ (호수) — lake in Korean. Quiet strength. Natural confidence." I was wondering what HOSU Korea was about: "Founded by a former Amazon strategist, HOSŪ challenges the “sell cheap, push expiring stock, maximize sales” playbook of big online beauty giants — choosing them for real results is a costly mistake. We - [Your week just got a lot better — what's happening at Cordelia Fishbar](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/your-week-just-got-a-lot-better-whats-happening-at-cordelia-fishbar-cly1/) - Part of the Clyde's Restaurant Group family, Cordelia Fishbar is a seafood-forward restaurant in the heart of Union Market—known for its exceptional raw bar, freshly shucked oysters from both coasts, and a menu that ranges from bright crudo and shellfish towers to whole grilled branzino and squid ink linguine frutti di mare. Here's what's happening - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2143/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Bummer in Bloomingdale as Etabli will end their run "this December"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/bloomingdale-dc-etabli-closing-wine-bar/) - 84 T Street, NW (1st and T St just off Rhode Island Ave) previously home to Tyber Creek and of course the LEGEND Rustik Thanks to a reader for passing on the sad news from Etabli: "This December will mark 13 years since we signed our very first lease — a small restaurant space at - ["Sign is up to honor the great Judy Heumann" - "internationally recognized advocate for the rights of disabled people"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/judith-e-heumann-memorial-bridge-washington-dc-woodley-park/) - Thanks to Susan for sending: "Noticed today that the sign is up to honor the great Judy Heumann. She lived in the Kennedy Warren and crossed this bridge daily..Knew there was talk about naming the bridge for her and it actually happened." "Judy Heumann (1947-2023) Judy Heumann was an internationally recognized advocate for the rights - ["And that plywood? The backing for painted faux-marble facades..." The Great American State Fair Cometh](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/and-that-plywood-the-backing-for-painted-faux-marble-facades/) - "Dear PoPville, And that plywood? The backing for painted faux-marble facades to line a Mall already lined with marble buildings!" Great American State Fair: "A Coast-to-Coast State Fair Like No Other Daily, Jun 25, 2026 - Jul 10, 2026. Great American State Fair is a 16-day national exposition running from June 25 through July 10, - [Signs of the Times: Your PENNIES edition](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/signs-of-the-times-your-pennies-edition/) - Thanks to Dave for sending from the Safeway on 17th Street: "Turn in your PENNIES from your Piggy Bank to us for FREE! Due to the U.S. Treasury stopping the production of the penny, we are asking, if possible, to give us your pennies in exchange for cash and/or nickels, dimes or quarters. Thank you - [Last*** Christmas Tree in Town Still Standing edition](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/last-christmas-tree-in-town-still-standing-edition/) - I was trying to hold out until June 1st but I can't resist this masterpiece sent in by Joe. Simply beautiful. ***Last Christmas Tree in Town (definitely not the last) is brought to you by the Friends of Mizuta Masahide Society. Should we be blessed with any, please send your JUNE tree sightings to princeofpetworth@gmail.com and - [Update: Suspect Shot and Killed by Secret Service, Bystander also Struck by Gunfire. "reports of multiple shots fired near 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW" around 6pm Saturday](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/reports-of-multiple-shots-fired-near-17th-street-and-pennsylvania-avenue-nw/) - via google maps UPDATE: "Preliminary statement regarding the shooting incident on 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue." From the US Secret Service: "We are aware of reports of shots fired near 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW and are working to corroborate the information with personnel on the ground. Additional information will be provided as it - [It's a bit chilly BUT Outdoor Swimming Pools Start Opening this Saturday!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/2026-washington-dc-outdoor-pool-opening-hours-info/) - Full release from the Mayor's Office: "Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) are reminding residents that outdoor pool season officially begins this weekend, with all outdoor pools and spray parks opening to the public on Saturday, May 23. Additionally, this week, the District of Columbia was named the - [15-year-old arrested and charged in the Triple Shooting that occurred in Truxton Circle April 28th](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/15-year-old-arrested-and-charged-in-the-triple-shooting-that-occurred-in-truxton-circle-april-28th/) - via google maps From MPD: "The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announces the arrest of a suspect in a shooting that left three victims injured in Northwest. On April 28, 2026, at approximately 7:07 p.m., Third District officers responded to the report of a shooting in the 400 block of N Street, Northwest. Upon arrival, officers - [Sweet City Ride - Jaguar](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/sweet-city-ride-jaguar/) - Thanks to Nick for sending this beauty: "I think this Jag was running with no one in it. I guess if you can get a Jag started, you should keep it going until you’re done for the day." Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - [Oh Dear, "They Got a Van"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/oh-dear-they-got-a-van/) - Thanks to Daniel for sending from Columbia Heights. For those unfamiliar, uh, have a scroll... - [PoPville Pizza Patrol: Chicago's Giordano's Pizza Announces Opening Date in DC Next Month](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/chicago-giordanos-pizza-dc-opening-date/) - 14th and F Street, NW previously home to mxdx Giordano’s: “The 1” for Chicago-Style Pizza since 1974! World Famous Stuffed Deep Dish, Traditional Thin Crust, and Tavern-Style.” Thanks to Katherine for passing on: "Giordano's has announced the opening date of their DC location: June 9!" Giordano's wrote: "Hey, D.C., are you ready to show us - ["Mayor Bowser Reinstates Limited Juvenile Curfew Under New Emergency Order"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/mayor-bowser-juvenile-curfew-under-new-emergency-order/) - From the Mayor's Office: "Today, in order to protect the public peace and preserve the safety of the community, Mayor Muriel Bowser declared a public emergency, allowing her to impose earlier juvenile curfew hours on weekends, extend the juvenile curfew to 17-year-olds, empower the Chief of Police of the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) to declare - ["Waymo blocking traffic"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/waymo-blocking-traffic/) - "Dear PoPville, Not a great picture because I took it through my windshield. Thursday afternoon 4 o’ clock. Guy is sitting in car looking at his cell phone with blinkers on. Traffic backed up 3 blocks. This must be a small taste of living in SF." Ed. Note: My basic understanding is that folks seem - [DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 22, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-open-house-list-for-this-weekend-may-22-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 22, 2026 Memorial Day weekend is here, and DC's housing market isn't taking the holiday off — there are 170 open houses across the city this weekend. Whether you're firing up the grill or squeezing in a little house-hunting between - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Great Blue Heron in Flight!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/today-in-hawks-around-town-great-blue-heron-in-flight/) - Thanks to Christopher for sending: "Great Blue Heron from the Roosevelt Island pedestrian bridge." If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to princeofpetworth@gmail.com. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from - [Cantina Paraiso opened in the old Jinya space at the Parks at Walter Reed!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/cantina-paraiso-opened-dc-parks-at-walter-reed/) - 1155 Dahlia Street, NW "Celebrating Mexico's joyful culture through food, music, and warm service in The Parks at Walter Reed" "Dear PoPville, Wanted to send along a tip that the new Cantina Paraiso opened up in the old Jinya Ramen location in Brightwood- big win in the neighborhood to have another dining option alongside Juneberry - [National Building Museum Announces New Installation by Snarkitecture, THE PLAYGROUND, Opens July 3 in the Museum’s Great Hall](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/national-building-museum-the-playground-snarkitecture/) - "Rendering image of The Playground. credit: Snarkitecture Architecture" From the National Building Museum: "This summer, the National Building Museum invites visitors of all ages to rediscover the joy of play with THE PLAYGROUND, a monumental new installation created in collaboration with New York-based design firm Snarkitecture. Open July 3 through August 30, 2026, THE PLAYGROUND - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel - Memorial Day edition](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-memorial-day-edition/) - photo by Christopher Schmidt Back to our regular schedule of posts on Tuesday. You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2142/) - photo by Victoria Pickering You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [OK - Fountains Flowing Again at Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park - "leak found and repaired"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/fountains-flowing-again-dc-meridian-hill-malcolm-x-park-leak-found/) - Fountains Currently Back ON Thanks to April for sharing the photo above at Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park and to David (and others) for passing on the update from the National Park Service: "There was a leak found and repaired, it should come back online soon. We still have a few final touches to run through - [What the Helen of Troy is This?](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/what-the-helen-of-troy-is-this-mushroom/) - "Dear PoPville, This will make some people’s mouths water. Chicken of the wood mushroom spotted on Yuma across from Sheridan." Ed. Note: DO NOT EVEN THINK ABOUT EATING STREET MUSHROOMS UNLESS YOU ARE AN EXPERT. I don't care how tasty that ish is, it ain't worth dying for!! From Wikipedia: "Laetiporus is a genus of - [Heads Up: The United House of Prayer Parade is this Saturday!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/united-house-of-prayer-parade-dc-2026-saturday/) - Photo by Eric P. Tell your friends. Tell your neighbors. Tell 'em PoPville told you. People are shocked by this EVERY YEAR. Road closures are a pain but this is a historic GREAT event. Thanks to Katia for sending: "United House of Prayer Parade For All People is. this weekend!!! (BEST day of the year in - [EXCLUSIVE: The old House of Secrets having an Estate Sale in LeDroit Park](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/house-of-secrets-estate-sale-dc-ledroit-park/) - 507 T Street, NW Thanks to a reader for sending this wild blast from the past: "The famous house of secrets in LeDroit park, known for being cited for noise violations when Prince was playing, is having an estate sale. The owner and host of the infamous parties sadly passed away recently. Rare (and LAST!) - [PSA for Dog Owners visiting Bruce Monroe Park - "a mockingbird has nested in the dog run"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/psa-for-dog-owners-visiting-bruce-monroe-park-a-mockingbird-has-nested-in-the-dog-run/) - Photo by ken_1001 "Dear PoPville, Wanted to flag that a mockingbird has nested in the dog run at Bruce Monroe Park (3012 Georgia Ave, NW.) It is attacking dogs and people that get close. It will get very close to you and dive bomb to peck your dog's butt. It will also attack humans by - ["Suspect and Dog Sought in Robbery"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/zen-stolen-suspect-fled-dc-dog/) - Ed. Note: Based on the title I initially thought the dog was somehow involved in the robbery. Still messed up. Keep your eyes peeled for the stolen dog, Zen. From MPD: "The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is seeking the community’s assistance in locating a dog taken during a robbery in Southeast. On Tuesday, May 19, - [Meanwhile at Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park - Fountains Currently OFF](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-meridian-hill-malcolm-x-park-fountains-off/) - 16th Street between Euclid and W Street, NW Here we go again... "Dear PoPville, Just walked through Malcolm X and the fountains are off already. Weather related or already broken again?" If history is a judge... STAY TUNED. - [Meanwhile on the Mall - WTF - Massive Plywood Fences Up](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/meanwhile-on-the-mall-wtf-massive-plywood-fences-up/) - photos by Everett Chu (@drchubacca) Thanks to Everett for sharing the latest action on the National Mall. ENORMOUS plywood has gone up: Presumably this is for 250 birthday festivities/Grand Prix race etc. Stay tuned. - ["Akedo is finally open!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/akedo-is-finally-open/) - 1100 15th Street, NW in the courtyard Ed. Note: We first heard about their plans back in 2021!! "A Feel Good Japanese Fast Casual. EAT. DRINK. PLAY! Snacks. Sandos. Skewers. Pizza. Soft Serve. NOW OPEN #ĀKĒDODC" "Dear PoPville, Akedo is finally open! Similarly almost no online presence but they seem to be open 11:30 - - [CURIOUS: Carla Hall's bumblebirds, "fast-casual pop-in", could close in a month, or not, but "was never meant to last forever."](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/bumblebirds-confusing-chicken-news/) - A rather confusing post from bumblebirds (303 Pennsylvania Ave, SE) yesterday (thanks to all who passed it on to us): "Drop in to the pop in because it was never meant to last forever (and you really don’t want to miss it!). Update: The pop up was scheduled to go thru June so don’t panic - [Friends of the White Whale Society Presents](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/friends-of-the-white-whale-society-presents-199/) - Thanks to Faith for sending this great shot from Georgetown. Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to princeofpetworth@gmail.com If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2141/) - photo by G. You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in - [Now Back to Fountain News: Outside Union Station](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/fountain-news-outside-union-station/) - Thanks to Aaron for sending earlier yesterday (Wednesday) morning: "Columbus Fountain On! Look it that!" Background from Wikipedia: "Columbus Fountain, also known as the Columbus Memorial, is a public artwork by American sculptor Lorado Taft, located at Union Station in Washington, D.C., United States. A centerpiece of Columbus Circle, Columbus Fountain serves as a tribute - [In Much More Serious Missing Reports: "Let’s help Barry find Greedy!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/missing-cat-greedy-cancer-support-barry-washington-dc/) - Ed. Note: I emailed Barry this morning and was told, unfortunately, Greedy is still missing but with your help will hopefully be found soon. Thanks to Bridget for sending this super sad flyer from 13th and S Street, NW: "$1,500 Reward This is Greedy. Greedy is my service cat. On Saturday May 9th, 2026, 1 - [Check Out the April 2026 House and Condo Sales from around Washington, DC](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/check-out-the-april-2026-house-and-condo-sales-from-around-washington-dc/) - Thanks as always to realtor Kevin Wood for compiling this monthly list of home/condo sales for PoPville. Click below on “April 2026 Sales” for the full list of sales. April 2026 Sales (PDF) April 2026 Sales (Excel) - ["Someone stole the big spider"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/someone-stole-the-big-spider/) - 1410 14th Street, NW Thanks to Sylvia for sending from Trade: "MISSING TARANGELA BASSETT went missing early Thursday morning and we are worried sick. We can only imagine she was taken against her will - being a recluse is not in her nature. But we checked her web browser history, and the last page she - [Speaking of what was once sweet - More Streetcars For Sale](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/more-streetcars-for-sale/) - Thanks to Stephen (and others) for sending their finds from GovDeals: The auction starts at $35,000 - not bad!! I think: "A 2007 Inekon 100 Series Streetcar. This streetcar is a modern, low-floor light rail vehicle designed for urban transit operations. It has been decommissioned from active service and is being sold as-is, where-is. However, - [Sweet City Ride - Lancia](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/sweet-city-ride-lancia/) - Thanks to Aaron for sending this excellent Lancia: Love it! Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - ["Ward 2: Your tax dollars at work"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/ward-2-your-tax-dollars-at-work/) - "Dear PoPville, DPW and its subcontractors have declared a no parking zone from 7 am-7 pm Mon - Sat May 11 to May 31, apparently for lead abatement . This is the busiest block in Sheridan- Kalorama both for parking and traffic b/c it is a cut through from CT to Mass and vice-versa. Yet, - [Peek Inside Jon's Joint (smash burgers) Looking Nearly Ready to Roll on 19th Street!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/sneak-peek-jons-joint-dc-19th-street/) - 1107 19th Street, NW at L Street next to the Wawa I've been wondering if the Jon's Joint is still coming downtown and indeed it is - have a look: Stay tuned for an exact opening date. "About us Locally Smashed. Widely Loved. At Jon’s Joint, we do things the right way — no shortcuts, - [Bar Nuestro from the owner of Colada Shop coming to Navy Yard!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/bar-nuestro-colada-shop-coming-dc-navy-yard/) - 1345 Yard Place, SE Thanks to Eric for sending from the new Urby building in Navy Yard: The liquor license placard for Bar Nuestro/Colada Shop says: "New Retailer’s Class “C” Restaurant with an indoor Seating Capacity of 80, Summer Garden with 58 seats, and Total Occupancy Load of 138. Sidewalk Café with 8 Seats. The - [Today* in Corgis*** Around Town – Iguana on the Green Line, repeat, Iguana on the Green Line!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/iguana-on-dc-green-line/) - As I've said before, we don't get a lot of firsts after 20 years of chronicling it all, but this is A FIRST!! Thanks to Alexandra for sending this iguana on the Green Line earlier this week. ***This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2140/) - photo by Pleasant Living You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Deluxe Bar coming next to CherCher on 14th Street](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/deluxe-bar-coming-next-to-chercher-on-14th-street/) - 3606 14th Street, NW from the PoPville archives Sweet. CherCHer opened next door at 3608 14th Street, NW back in 2023. The liquor license placard for Deluxe Bar coming next door says: "A class “C” tavern with 55 seats and a Total Occupancy Load of 70 inside premises. Sidewalk Café with 15 seats, and a - [DC Fresh Finds for May 20, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-fresh-finds-for-may-20-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. This Park View rowhome comes with a built-in Airbnb unit that could pay the mortgage: 508 Kenyon St NW 4BR/3.5BA renovated rowhome Lower level is a separate rental unit Built-in Airbnb income potential Private patio + secure 2-car parking Steps from Park View Metro and Petworth Other Notable - [Post Office Problems Persist - 14th Street and Cleveland Park editions](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/post-office-problems-persist-14th-street-and-cleveland-park-editions/) - 1830 14th Street, NW "Dear PoPville, The sign at the post office at 1830 14th Street NW says it opens at 9:00 a.m. This is the line at 9:40 a.m. waiting for it to open. And it doesn’t include at least a couple people who have already given up and left." Another reader writes: 3430 - [Speaking of Ice Cream and Adams Morgan, Nectar Ice Cream Parlor is coming next door to the Call Your Mother!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/nectar-ice-cream-parlor-washington-dc-adams-morgan/) - 2505 Champlain Street, NW previously home to Churreria Madrid Well hello!! Some of you may have noticed the other new mural going up in Adams Morgan and there are a couple of key words written: ICE CREAM. I ran into the owner, Ryan, who tells me that Nectar Ice Cream will be opening in here - [Call Your Mother Deli coming to Adams Morgan to Restore Iconic Ben and Jerry's Cow Mural with a little CYM Twist](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/call-your-mother-deli-dc-adams-morgan-mural/) - rendering of mural being restored on the side of 2501 Champlain Street, NW just off Columbia Road About that cow mural on the side of the coming Call Your Mother in Adams Morgan: "As I’m sure you know, the shop used to be a Ben & Jerry’s. Our co-founder, Andrew, was a regular there growing - [It is officially Time for the Return of Turkeys around Town!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/it-is-officially-time-for-the-return-of-turkeys-around-town/) - Ed. Note: Thanks to all who've been messaging me turkeys lately. That's a funny sentence to type... Please send still photos and not videos unless the turkey is doing back flips or something. :) Thanks to Nick for sending the photo above from Adams Morgan: "Turkey strolling down Mintwood Place in the Kalorama/AdMo area. Watching - [Not A Fountain but another Water Feature is Back!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/water-feature-back-theodore-roosevelt-island/) - "Dear PoPville, I dropped by Theodore Roosevelt Island last Saturday and saw that some of the water features by the memorial are functioning. A few weeks before, the pools had been completely dry!" For those unfamiliar: "In the 1930s, landscape architects transformed Mason’s Island from neglected, overgrown farmland into Theodore Roosevelt Island, a memorial to - [MPD Releases Photos of Suspect who Smashed Georgetown Cupcake’s Window with a Keg, Also Damaged Another Property in April](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/georgetown-cupcake-keg-window-smasher-suspect/) - From MPD: "The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying a suspect in two Destruction of Property offenses that occurred in Northwest. • On Friday, April 24, 2026, at approximately 4:50 a.m., the suspect approached a business in the 1900 block of M Street, Northwest. The suspect damaged property and then - [Motorkat Celebrating their Three Year Anniversary in Takoma Park with Crab, Naturally!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/motorkat-three-year-anniversary-takoma-park-crab-menu/) - photo by Farrah Skeiky From an email: "From May 19-24, Motorkat (6939 Laurel Ave.) is celebrating three years in Takoma Park! We're ringing in our birthday with Crab Week, featuring four specials (Crab Soup à la Ross, Blue Crab and Gulf Shrimp Empanadas, Crab Salad, and Soft-Shell Crab), as well as Happy Hour deals all - [Today* in Corgis*** Around Town – Guinea Pig on the Bus, Repeat, Guinea Pig on the D50!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/guinea-pig-washington-dc-bus/) - Amazing. Thanks to Jamie for sending: "Is that a…Guinea pig on the bus? I might have my small animal wrong, but regardless this is a first. Spotted on the D50 this morning." ***This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT a corgi but the series - [What the Helen of Troy is Going on with this Window Ledge?](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/what-the-helen-of-troy-dc-window-ledge/) - 1600 block of Euclid Street, NW "Dear PoPville, Danger on Euclid Street: Just wanted to share, people walking down Euclid Street should be careful! I’ve tried contacting the building but haven’t had any luck getting through to someone." Yikes. - [This Afternoon in Driving Dangerously](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/this-afternoon-in-driving-dangerously/) - Flipped car had Maryland License Plate Thanks to Chris for sending from Wisconsin and Calvert Street, NW around 12:30pm DC Fire and EMS write: "DC Fire and EMS on scene. No entrapment. Ambulance on scene checking on any patients. Location is Wisconsin Ave & Calvert St NW. Dispatch time 11:13 AM" Ed. Note: It had - [Continuing Coverage of Conflicting Parking Signs Cont.](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/continuing-coverage-of-conflicting-parking-signs-cont/) - Thanks to Terry Lynch for sending from 15th and H Street, NW Downtown. Somebody will say this is easy to understand and makes perfect sense. Somebody is wrong. - [Signs of the Times - No Bus](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/signs-of-the-times-bus/) - T Street, NW heading towards 18th Street Thanks to JP for sending: "He figured it out when he got to 18th and T and couldn't make the turn. Was quite the honkfest. It was the second “no buses” sign he drove past..." - [Check Out The Royal's Magnificent New Streatery - 2.0](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/the-royal-new-streatery-ledroit-park-lovely/) - 501 Florida Avenue, NW Looking lovely in LeDroit!! The Royal writes: "Our newest seat in the casa? Outside. 🌞🌿 Our Streatery 2.0 is now open! Soon, expect more plants and decor, but come join us on our secondary patio for frozen drinks, happy hour and more!" More photos: "Latin-inspired, family-owned coffee shop/cocktail bar/all-day eatery. 🏅Michelin - [Yo!! Bistro Metzger, Steak Frites Dinner Service, Opened at Steak n’ Egg!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/bistro-metzger-steak-frites-dinner-service-opened-dc-steak-n-egg/) - 4700 Wisconsin Ave, NW "European inspired bistro with global sensibility 4700 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. NOW OPEN!" Bistro Metzger update: "ATTN Tenleytown & NW residents and anyone else in the surrounding DMV that likes tasty food! We are Bistro Metzger! Looking through the lens of the Parisian bistro we are incorporating a menu curated - [Los Hermanos Building For Sale in Columbia Heights But Fear Not](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/los-hermanos-building-for-sale-dc-columbia-heights/) - 1426-1428 Park Road, NW Thanks to Campbell for sending from the window at Los Hermanos in Columbia Heights. Fortunately the listing says: ""We're selling the building and will continue operating Los Hermanos as long-term tenants." - Aris & Ray Compres" Whew but stay tuned for more info as it is learned. - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2139/) - photo by Ron Cohn You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - ["Tous les Jours cafe signage up in Navy Yard!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/tous-les-jours-cafe-signage-up-dc-navy-yard/) - 949 1st Street, SE – Half and Eye Street, SE Thanks to Sydney for sending: "Looks like Tous Les Jours getting ready to open right across from the CVS on eye st and half street SW 👀" Stay tuned for an opening date. ICYMI: TOUS les JOURS, “French Asian Bakery”, opened in Union Market last - [About that Big Fire Department Response in Petworth Last Night](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/about-big-fire-department-response-dc-petworth/) - Georgia and Randolph Street, NW A reader reported around 9:30pm last night (Monday): "Lots of firetrucks and a few ambulances on Georgia Ave and Randolph down to New Hampshire. Any idea what happened?" DC Fire and EMS reported: "Box Alarm 3800 block Georgia Ave NW at the Safeway. Refrigerant leak in rear of store. Removing - [In Less Pleasant Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park Updates - Trash Troubles](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/meridian-hill-malcolm-x-park-trash-troubles-trump/) - 16th Street between Euclid and W Street, NW So much for safe and beautiful... Fountains indeed fully functioning BUT "Dear PoPville, PLEASE bring your trash home and dispose of it properly so we can all enjoy a nice clean Meridian Hill / Malcom X park. Every trash can in the park is like this and - [Heads Up: NCR Flyover: Nationals Park at 6:36pm!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/heads-up-ncr-flyover-nationals-park-at-636pm/) - photo by Eric P. The very specific time from AlertDC: "The U.S. Military will conduct an Aircraft Flyover in the NCR over Nationals Park on today, May 18 at approximately 6:36PM." Tell your friends, tell your neighbors. Tell 'em PoPville told you. - [Missed Connection - Nick from PLANTA Cocina](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/missed-connection-nick-from-planta-cocina/) - photo by LaTur Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville, Hi everyone. 🌸 My name is Daphne, and I'm trying to pass my contact to a server named Nick who worked at the old Planta Cocina around May - ["Seeking witness to car crash"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/seeking-witness-to-car-crash/) - via google maps "Dear PoPville, This may be a long shot, but I figured I'd try it. Last Friday, May 8, around 4:40pm, my wife and I were driving north on 13th Street NW. We stopped in the right lane at a red light at the intersection with Kansas Avenue and Quebec Place. When the - [Chopsmith Closed in NoMa](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/chopsmith-closed-dc-noma/) - 300 M Street, NE Thanks to David for sending us the Chopsmith closing news in NoMa on Friday. "This location is permanently closed. Thank you patrons, please visit us at the Wharf!" You can see their Wharf menu here. "At Chopsmtih, we aim to serve healthy, delicious food that nourishes the body and soul. Our - [SO - Who Got a Hot Dog Hat?](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/so-who-got-a-hot-dog-hat/) - photo by Emma RELATED: If you got a hot dog hat and don't want it - holler at your boy! princeofpetworth@gmail.com please and thanks. Anyone go to the game? Was it a wild to be at a sold out game again? How were the lines to get a hot dog? Were they tasty? TELL ME - [Continuing Coverage of Fountains Reopening Around Town cont. Blue Fountain in Foggy Bottom! Could this be what's coming to the Reflecting Pool?](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/blue-fountain-foggy-bottom/) - "Dear PoPville, The reopened park in the triangle space of C Street Northwest 18th Street Northwest and Virginia avenue Northwest has the bottom of the fountain painted blue... It wasn't like this before. They closed it a couple months ago. Not sure if this is a test run for whatever they're trying to do to - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Trash Panda in North Cleveland Park!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/today-in-hawks-around-town-trash-panda-in-north-cleveland-park/) - Thanks to Tom for sending from the wilds of North Cleveland Park: "This guy or gal ran right past me around 7:30pm while I was sitting in my front yard. It went straight for the tree and didn’t notice me until I stood up. That’s the moment when I took this picture. I was sort - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2138/) - photo by Victoria Pickering You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - ["What the Helen of Troy is This?" Why It's The "Safe E-Cargo Bike" in Action!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/what-the-helen-of-troy-is-this-why-its-the-safe-e-cargo-bike-in-action/) - "Dear PoPville, From the edge of Garfield Park - interesting to see that the operator was wearing a helmet, so maybe this is categorized as a bike, at least for their internal compliance needs? But otherwise I have so many questions about how they decided to roll these out." On May 11th we shared the - ["Bee swarm rescued outside Petworth library" over the weekend - Props to the DC Beekeepers Alliance](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/bee-swarm-rescued-dc-petworth-library/) - 4200 Kansas Ave, NW at Georgia and Upshur Thanks to Arthur for sending us on Saturday: "If you see a swarm, google DC Swarm Squad and they will send a DC bee keeper who will give them a forever home." "Swarms look like this. And they can land on lots of things. When you say - [More Action at Moga Doner House Too!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/more-action-dc-moga-doner-house-cleveland-park/) - 3417 Connecticut Avenue, NW previously home to Al Volo Moga Doner House signage went up on May 7th and now they've posted a liquor license placard too: "New Retailer’s Class “C” Restaurant. The Total Occupancy Load is 111, including seating for 26 and 10 standing inside the premises and a Summer Garden with a Total - [Notes from your Neighbors](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/notes-from-your-neighbors-pets/) - "STOP leaving poop bags under my porch. Camera is recording and I will report you." Thanks to M. for sending from Georgetown: "Pretty straight forward. Who's tossing poop bags anyway?" Good grief, not cool. So what would one do with such a recording? As your future United States Senator I promise you that should such - ["Streets Market Is Open!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/streets-market-dc-open-hill-east/) - 15th and Pennsylvania Ave, SE "Dear PoPville, The Streets Market at 15th and Pennsylvania is open now. We were in last night and the checkout people were lamenting that the traffic has been a little slow, so far, so sending this in hopes of getting them a bit more publicity. No complaints with Safeway but - [In Less Pleasant Pastry News: Somebody Threw a Keg Through Georgetown Cupcake's Window Last Night](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/keg-georgetown-cupcake-window/) - 3301 M Street, NW Ed. Note: Georgetown University's 2026 graduation was this weekend... Georgetown Cupcake shared at 11:45pm last night (Sunday): "If anyone has any information about the individual who threw a beer keg through our window tonight, please contact the DC police anonymous tip line at (202) 727-9099." For those unfamiliar... "Sisters Katherine Kallinis - [Today* in Corgis*** Around Town – A Corgi!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/today-in-corgis-around-town-a-corgi/) - Thanks to Tom for sending from 14th Street/Logan Circle. ***This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT a corgi but the series started with corgis and I can be obstinate…send your finds to princeofpetworth@gmail.com - [Miami's The Salty (donuts and coffee) coming soon signs posted at The Wharf!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/miami-the-salty-donuts-and-coffee-dc-wharf/) - 5 Market Square, SW Thanks to Rachel for sharing with us last week: "One week after they opened their Georgetown location, I spotted another location of The Salty, Miami-based donut & coffee shop, at The Wharf. Behind Fat Fish (in former District Doughnut space)" About "At ‘The Salty’, we believe in the transformative power of - ["DPW has impounded 4,450 cars with total of $23M in unpaid citations" so far this year](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dpw-impounded-cars-update/) - Latest stats from DC City Administrator Kevin Donahue: "🚨 Update on scofflaw vehicle enforcement: 📌FY26 YTD: @DCDPW has impounded 4,450 cars with total of $23M in unpaid citations 📌 Of those, 1,987 were “high value scofflaws” (cars w/$3k+ in unpaid citations) that owed $20M in unpaid tickets" Updates as new numbers are released. - [Meanwhile at Dupont Circle - Driver Flipped Diplomat Vehicle](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/meanwhile-dc-dupont-circle-dip-flipped-van/) - Thanks to Mica and Peter for sending from Dupont Circle around 20th and Mass Ave, NW, Friday morning: Updates if/when more is learned about the incident. - [Yo!! Check Out This "Persian brunch in Columbia Heights!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/persian-brunch-dc-columbia-heights/) - "Hidden gem Persian brunch in Columbia Heights! Perfectly cooked yolks, prepared three ways! 🍳🍴" Thanks to Jeremy for sending: "Now there’s brunch at Persian restaurant KooKoo - menu looks good. the menu looks really good with a Persian shakshuka 🤤" Check out that menu: And another mouthwatering photo: "Enjoy a tasty brunch at KooKoo, featuring - [Hullabaloo over Hush Harbor Hushed on H Street, NE](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/hullabaloo-over-hush-harbor-hushed-dc-h-street-ne/) - 1337 H Street, NE previously home to Hill Prince "Dear PoPville, Can you find out what happened to Hush Harbor? Has been closed for awhile now. No sign on the door or anything but they have been consistently closed for weeks." Wild. Washington Business Journal reports: "Smartphone-free bar Hush Harbor pivots to pop-ups after less - [Pickleball Predicament PART TWO!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/pickleball-part-two-washington-dc-problems/) - "Dear PoPville, This is a huge issue throughout all of DC! The problem lies in the pickleball players continuously moving their nets onto established tennis courts which violates the rules set in place DPR stating that “DPR will not allow pickleball to be played in any spaces that do not have lines drawn for this - [DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 15, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-open-house-list-for-this-weekend-may-15-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 15, 2026Spring is in full bloom across the District this weekend, and with over 354 open houses across the city, there's no shortage of places to wander into between brunch and an afternoon stroll along the Potomac. Whether you're house-hunting in - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2137/) - photo from Eckington by Alicia You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily - [Meanwhile at Busboys and Poets "Operation Epic Furious" Video Game on 14th - Also a Busboys Opened in DCA!?!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-busboys-and-poets-arcade-busboys-opened-dca-reagan-airport/) - 2021 14th Street, NW photo by alex barbieri Thanks to Alex for sending: "Operation Epic Furious: Strait to Hell made it to Busboys and Poets on 14th!" And at DCA: From "Reagan Airport" - didn't this used to say "Reagan-National" or am I misremembering? Anyway: "Busboys and Poets is now open! Inspired by the celebrated - [FANTASTIC Friendship Heights Scuttlebutt - Barnes and Noble Inbound?!?](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/fantastic-friendship-heights-scuttlebutt-barnes-and-noble-inbound/) - Wisconsin and Western Ave, NW I'm hearing from a very good source that a Barnes and Noble bookstore is looking to come to the building where Total Wine is located. Waiting on confirmation but I think they would do very well there! Barnes and Noble is slowing reemerging on the DC scene with relatively recent - [Library of Congress' National Recording Registry additions for 2026 have been announced - Taylor Swift, Beyonce and more Selected for Preservation - See who else got picked!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/library-of-congress-national-recording-registry-additions-2026/) - photo by Tim Brown From the Library of Congress: "Taylor Swift’s transformative pop album “1989,” Beyoncé’s standout “Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It),” The Go-Go’s debut album “Beauty and the Beat,” Vince Gill’s signature “Go Rest High On That Mountain,” Weezer’s self-titled debut “Weezer (The Blue Album),” Chaka Khan’s crossover hit “I Feel for - [YO!! Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park Fountains "Fully functioning and look lovely!!" Bottom Section reopens to public](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-meridian-hill-malcolm-x-park-fountains-functioning-flowing/) - 16th Street between Euclid and W Street, NW Ed. Note: We got our first sneak peek of the fountains flowing during testing on May 7th. Hopefully they stay on for the whole season now. Fences first went up in late December 2025. Thanks to all who sent us photos yesterday and this morning: "Miracle of - [Piney Branch Parkway now closed between Arkansas Avenue NW and Beach Drive for about a month](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/piney-branch-parkway-now-closed-between-arkansas-avenue-nw-and-beach-drive-for-about-a-month/) - Thanks to David for sending how things are looking on Piney Branch Parkway this week. ICYMI: “DC Water’s upcoming closure of Piney Branch Parkway is going to cause major headaches for folks unaware of the closure” “DC Water has nearly completed construction site preparation for the Piney Branch Tunnel project, including tree removal, and installation - [In Happier National Mall News: Smithsonian Announces Summer Reopening of Two Iconic Landmarks - The Smithsonian Castle and the Arts and Industries Building!! Also, did I mention the Lobster Rolls?](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/smithsonian-castle-and-arts-and-industries-building-reopening/) - photo courtesy of the Smithsonian Institution From the Smithsonian: "As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, the Smithsonian will reopen two of its most iconic and historic buildings, inviting visitors to reconnect with familiar spaces and explore new stories about the American experience. This summer, the Arts and Industries Building will reopen for regular public - [Checking in on the Reflecting Pool Part Two](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/checking-in-on-the-reflecting-pool-part-two/) - Continuing coverage of the reflecting pool continues.. Thanks to M. for sending a couple more shots yesterday: STAY TUNED. - [Union condemns WMATA GM for "despicable and callous decision to force bus operators to quote the bus fare at all passengers"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/union-condemns-wmata-gm-for-despicable-and-callous-decision-to-force-bus-operators-to-quote-the-bus-fare-at-all-passengers/) - photo by Adam Fagen From Amalgamated Transit Union Local 689: "Today, ATU Local 689 condemned the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority General Manager Randy Clarke for his despicable and callous decision to force bus operators to quote the bus fare at all passengers, including fare evaders, reversing a long-standing policy that has drastically reduced bus - [Free Bagel Alert! (Friday)](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/free-bagel-alert-friday/) - From Pops Bagels (1625 Eckington Place, NE): "Pops Bagels in Eckington doing free bagels tomorrow (Friday) to every customer to celebrate the start of summer. Customers Can - Come in and ask for a free bagel - Or we will discount the price of bagel from the order." - [East Potomac Golf Links Design Unveiled](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/east-potomac-golf-links-design-unveiled/) - Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum shared today: "Excited to unveil the design for the East Potomac Golf Links renovation from Fazio Design. Like iconic public courses of Bethpage Black & Torrey Pines, East Potomac will offer locals—of the National Capital Region—championship-quality golf at affordable, highly discounted rates." National Links Trust shares: "Today (5/14), Secretary - ["mani/pedi spa place just opened" next to DC BOBA in Columbia Heights](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/pro-nails-spa-opened-dc-columbia-heights/) - 1405 Park Road, NW Thanks to M. for sending word about Pro Nails and Spa: "They just opened this mani/pedi spa place on park road: 1405 Park Road, NW They closed the location they had next to children’s national on Columbia heights and moved to here. Looks nice!" About Us PRO NAILS & SPA "At - [Yo! Flea was at Black Cat Last Night. And apparently plays the trumpet?!?!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/yo-flea-was-at-black-cat-last-night-and-apparently-plays-the-trumpet/) - photos by Refice's friend Josh aka 10oz J. Wild I totally missed this: "Wednesday May 13 **SOLD OUT** FLEA AND THE HONORA BAND Doors at 7:00 Honora, Flea’s kaleidoscopic, bracingly forward-looking, and defiantly colorful solo debut. The album features Flea on his original instrument, the trumpet, as well as on electric bass. He is joined - [Atlanta's Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks Expands Into Washington, D.C. "officially secured the entire Washington, D.C. region"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/atlanta-big-daves-cheesesteaks-coming-washington-dc-region/) - Check out their menu here. From a press release: "Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks is continuing its rapid rise from breakout regional favorite to national fast casual contender with the announcement of its first Washington, D.C. franchise deal; further accelerating the brand’s East Coast expansion strategy. The new franchise entity, BIG DMV, is operated by a group - [Wake Me, Shake Me FINALLY Grand Opening in Petworth Tomorrow (Friday, 5/15)!! "come have some coffee, shop for records, and hang with your neighbors!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/wake-me-shake-me-grand-opening-dc-petworth/) - 205 Upshur Street, NW previously home to Gumbo Records and DC Treasure. "coffee | records | bar" Boom!! The big news from Wake Me, Shake Me: "GRAND OPENING TOMORROW FRI 5/15! we're beyond excited to share our space with you! we'll be open from 7:30am-2pm every day- come have some coffee, shop for records, and - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Barred Owl in Colonial Village!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/today-in-hawks-around-town-barred-owl-in-colonial-village/) - Thanks to Erik for sending: "My husband captured this beauty (Barred Owl) on our backyard fence in Colonial Village!" If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to princeofpetworth@gmail.com. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible - [Your property manager doesn't protect your condo value. We help you.](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/your-property-manager-doesnt-protect-your-condo-value-we-help-you-one2/) - The reality You've probably never read your building's property management contract all the way through. Most board members haven't either. If you did, you'd find a carefully defined scope of work — vendors coordinated, maintenance dispatched, assessments collected, reports generated. What you wouldn't find: anything about fiduciary duties. Reserve funding strategy. Compliance tracking. Case documentation. - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2136/) - photo by Paul You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in - [Listing of the Day: 1519 East Capitol Street SE](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/listing-of-the-day-1519-east-capitol-street-se/) - Fully-Renovated End-of-Row 4 BD, 4.5 BA Townhouse with Solar & Parking - ["DDOT introduces new Autonomous Vehicle monitoring challenge"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/ddot-introduces-new-autonomous-vehicle-monitoring-challenge/) - From a press release: "US Ignite, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), and Southwest Business Improvement District (SWBID) are thrilled to announce plans to launch an Autonomous Vehicle Observation (AVO) Zone Challenge in June 2026, a pivotal step toward understanding autonomous vehicle activity on public streets in dense urban environments. The AVO Zone Challenge is - [Repairs to the National Cathedral cont. "On Aug. 23, 2011, a rare 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck the mid-Atlantic and caused significant damage to the Cathedral."](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/repairs-dc-national-cathedral/) - Thanks to Chris for sending: "After months of staging, it looks like they are starting to take the [spires] up. I ride by once a week and it was cool to spot a sculptor actually working on a piece." ICYMI: "On Aug. 23, 2011, a rare 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck the mid-Atlantic and caused significant damage - [MPD: El Limeno Bar and Restaurant Closed for Cocaine Distribution, 3 Arrested at 201 Upshur St, NW](https://www.popville.com/2010/09/mpd-el-limeno-bar-and-restaurant-closed-for-cocaine-distribution-3-arrested-at-201-upshur-st-nw/) - Well back in April '08 people liked El Limeno. But when I tweeted about this I got two identical responses from folks - "That does explain how they stayed in business." I am a bit surprised because whenever I've spoken about them in the past they've had a lot of supporters. On Facebook a reader - ["Pickleball shaming at Banneker tennis courts"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/pickleball-shaming-dc-banneker-tennis-courts/) - photo by angela n. "Dear PoPville, Yesterday, while waiting for a court at Banneker, I overheard a group shaming pickleball players. They were making comments like, “Why are we even allowing them?” and “They should leave room for serious sport players.” Beyond the "high school bully" tone, they were simply incorrect. According to DPR rules, - [And the Action at Stanton Park](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/and-the-action-dc-stanton-park/) - "The center turf area at Stanton Park will be closed for restoration of the General Nathanael Greene statue through mid‑June. Thank you for your patience as we work to preserve this historic landmark." Thanks to Luqman for sending the action at Stanton Park ("located at the intersection of Maryland Avenue and Massachusetts Avenue in the - [Signs of the Times](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/signs-of-the-times-trash-fence/) - Thanks to Larry for sending from Adams Morgan. "DO NOT THROW TRASH OVER THE FENCE VIOLATORS WILL BE FINE $150.00" NOT FINE!! Not fine at all. How many times was trash thrown over the fence before posting this sign...? - [Missed Connection - Bluestone Lane on G Street. (Tuesday, 5/12)](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/missed-connection-bluestone-lane-on-g-street/) - 13th and G Street, NW Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. "Dear PoPville, You had short blonde hair and a silky dark blue skirt. Your smile and eyes lit up my morning and I couldn’t get you out of - [Bakers Daughter at the Eaton Hotel - Officially Fin.](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/bakers-daughter-at-the-eaton-hotel-officially-fin/) - 1201 K Street, NW at the Eaton Hotel "Dear PoPville, Wanted to give you a heads up that I called today to see if Baker’s Daughter at the Eaton was still temporarily closed as Google Maps has been saying (especially since website is still live) but was told it’s permanently closed due to bankruptcy!" Updates - [DC Fresh Finds for May 13, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-fresh-finds-for-may-13-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. Turn-of-the-century Tudor charm Huge lot with two-car garage Calacatta quartz chef's kitchen Exposed loft for yoga or reading Wood-burning fireplace and sunroom Other Notable Fresh Listings: The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 7BR/5.5BA detached townhome compound with a guest house, home theatre, gym and swimming - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – "a lone monarch butterfly flittering around the milkweeds"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/today-in-hawks-around-town-a-lone-monarch-butterfly-flittering-around-the-milkweeds/) - "Dear PoPville, We have been slowly converting our front yard into a native plant-scape…and it is finally bearing fruit (of the insect kind)! We noticed a lone monarch butterfly flittering around the milkweeds and a couple of weeks later saw that something had been nibbling the leaves. We turned over a few and, lo-and-behold, we - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2135/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Next Up in big Neighborhood Yard Sales - 16th Street Heights and Carter Barron East this Saturday!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/next-neighborhood-yard-sales-16th-street-heights-dc-carter-barron-east/) - "Community Yard Sale: Treasure, Treats, and Talent Saturday, May 16, 2026 10:00 – 14:00 4501 16tg Street, NW One Primary Location. Hundreds of Treasures. The Sixteenth Street Neighborhood Association (SSNA) is bringing the whole neighborhood together for a massive community yard sale! We are gathering on the spacious grounds of the Simpson-Hamline UMC for a - [Sweet City Ride - Austin 7](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/sweet-city-ride-austin-7/) - Thanks to Eric for sending this 1928 Austin 7 awesomeness: From Wikipedia: "The Austin 7 is an economy car that was produced from 1922 until 1939 in the United Kingdom by Austin. It was nicknamed the "Baby Austin" and was at that time one of the most popular cars produced for the British market and - [Check Out The Puzzle Patch in Columbia Heights](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/check-out-the-puzzle-patch-dc-columbia-heights/) - Thanks to Analya for sending: "this puzzle exchange library popped up on Parkwood Place between Holmead and 14th st NW." Awesome. ICYMI: Also Awesome, The Little Gallery on Fessenden – Turtle Exhibit. - [Catahoula: "Cajun, Creole & Cocktails" Opens Tomorrow (Thurs.) in the old All Purpose space in Navy Yard!! Check out the menus](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/catahoula-cajun-creole-cocktails-opens-dc-navy-yard/) - photo by flipsh0t All the info on the Catahoula action in Navy Yard: "Catahoula: Cajun, Creole, & Cocktails will officially celebrate its grand opening on Thursday, May 14, bringing the spirit, flavor, and energy of Louisiana to DC’s Navy Yard neighborhood. Located at 79 Potomac Ave SE, Catahoula offers guests three distinct ways to experience - [More Progress at Highlands Tavern - Liquor License Placards Up!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/more-progress-dc-highlands-tavern-cleveland-park/) - 3421 Connecticut Avenue, NW Things are now cooking pretty nicely at Highlands Tavern. Last week we noticed progress on renovating their roof deck and now they've posted a liquor license placard which says: previously home to Cleveland Park Bar and Grill "New Retailer’s Class “C” Tavern. The Total Occupancy Load is 117, including a capacity - [Today* in Corgis*** Around Town - A miniature pig named Synergy](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/today-in-corgis-around-town-a-miniature-pig-named-synergy/) - Thanks to G. for sending: "A miniature pig named Synergy at Union Station." ***This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT a corgi but the series started with corgis and I can be obstinate…send your finds to princeofpetworth@gmail.com - [About those "Endless Motorcades" - It's Police Week](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/about-those-endless-motorcades-its-police-week/) - "Dear PoPville, I work on Connecticut Ave near Farragut North and there have been literally endless, back to back motorcades. Any idea what's going on? Seems to be motorcycle-heavy with big busses, like an athletic team might travel on." This week is Police Week. Tonight is the 38th Annual Candlelight Vigil: "Each year, hundreds of - [Peek Inside Wheelhouse DC Opening Soon!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/peek-inside-wheelhouse-dc-opening-chevy-chase/) - 5714 Connecticut Avenue, NW Wheelhouse with some good news: "Almost there… See you soon!" Have a look inside (those bathrooms!!): View this post on Instagram A post shared by Wheelhouse DC (@wheelhouse.dc) STAY TUNED. - [Jerk at Nite on H Street, NE - Fin.](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/jerk-at-nite-dc-h-street-ne-fin/) - 1100 H Street, NE Thanks to Maurice for sending the latest from H Street, NE: "Jerk at Nite on H Street Building for Lease Signage and decorations are coming down." Updates when we learn who gets the space. ICYMI: Back in October of last year we noted that Jerk at Nite’s Sales Ordered Suspended on - [Missed Connection - Tatte, Adams Morgan; Saturday Evening (5/9)](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/missed-connection-tatte-adams-morgan-saturday-evening-5-9/) - 1835 Columbia Road, NW Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. "Dear PoPville, Tatte, Adams Morgan; Saturday Evening (5/9) You came into Tatte in the evening and were wearing green pants, carrying a transparent bag and sat by the window. - ["they took the benches out of Grant Circle"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/they-took-the-benches-out-of-grant-circle/) - "Dear PoPville, Did you know they took the benches out of Grant circle/do you know why they did that? I was in the park last Monday or Tuesday and they were still there so this is recent development." Anyone hear what's up? Hopefully just getting repaired/replaced like we've seen happen in Dupont Circle. - [Check out these "solar-powered air monitoring park benches" around DC!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/solar-powered-air-monitoring-park-benches-washington-dc/) - 1230 Sumner Road, SE Very cool, from the DC Department of Energy and Environment: "These solar-powered air monitoring park benches measure real-time pollution data, tracking PM2.5, ozone, temperature, and humidity to provide localized air quality information." Check out the monitoring results here. Locations: Petworth Recreation Center (Ward 4) Crummell School (Ward 5) Deanwood Community Center - ["Xi’an Famous Foods signage up!" ***There is a catch](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/xian-famous-foods-signage-up-clarendon/) - 2800 Clarendon Blvd ***In Clarendon NEVERTHELESS Thanks to LM for sending: "Xi’an Famous Foods signage up! Very exciting development in terms of northwestern Chinese food that’s metro accessible from DC. Northwest Chinese up in College Park is another—they’ve been around for a bit but also fly under the radar due to their location." Check out - [What the Helen of Troy is This?](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/what-the-helen-of-troy-is-this-129/) - "Dear PoPville, I’m curious if anyone knows what this device is on Mass Ave between the heritage foundation and the exxon. It just says “welcome” on the screen. I noticed it earlier in the year when people were protesting outside the building, but it disappeared. I think it reappeared a couple weeks ago, though." - [Rosa's Diner signage at the Moxy Hotel!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/rosas-diner-dc-moxy-hotel/) - 1011 K Street, NW Thanks to Elizabeth for sending: "Looks like the Moxy Hotel on 11th &K is reviving the space that once was Parlour Victoria. Signs are up outside and inside for Rosa’s Diner." STAY TUNED. The Moxy Hotel opened up here back in 2018. - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2134/) - photo by Adam Fagen You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Marv's Dogs opens Tomorrow! (Wednesday) Check out the menu](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/marvs-dogs-opens-tenleytown/) - 4936 Wisconsin Avenue, NW From a press release: "Marv’s Dogs, the long-awaited new concept from Cork Wine Bar owners Diane Gross and Khalid Pitts, will officially open in Tenleytown on Wednesday, May 13. The nostalgia-driven hot dog shop is inspired by Diane Gross’ childhood memories of getting hot dogs with her father, Marv. The restaurant’s - [Sweet City Ride](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/sweet-city-ride-1123/) - Thanks to Peter for sending this purple beauty. Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - ["Panera Bread teases new NoMa location"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/panera-bread-dc-noma-location/) - 1150 First Street, NE Thanks to Kevin for sending from Panera: "We're baking up a new cafe! Get ready for cozy vibes and SO. MUCH. FLAVOR. Check your inbox for our Grand Opening details so you can join the party." "OPENING SOON." 1150 1st Street, NE Stay tuned. - [A Peek inside the old Starbucks on that prime corner in Adams Morgan](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/checking-old-starbucks-dc-adams-morgan/) - Corner of Columbia and 18th Street, NW "Dear PoPville, The Starbucks that was here closed (I think last summer when they closed all those Starbucks across the country?) and since then there has been cardboard paper covering the windows with the front door having a contractor sign in. I was walking past it two days - [LUCHA, Sandwiches and more, hoping to open in former Dos Gringos space later this month!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/lucha-mount-pleasant-update/) - 3116 Mount Pleasant Street, NW Back in April we broke the news that Dos Gringos would be closing and La Lucha, “sandwiches & more” would be coming into the legendary space in Mount Pleasant. I'm told they are hoping for a "late may opening!" "🐾 Mt. Pleasant, we need your help! 🐾 As we bring - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Fantastic Frog from North Portal Estates](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/today-in-hawks-around-town-fantastic-frog-from-north-portal-estates/) - Thanks to M. for sending these spectacular photos from North Portal Estates: If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to princeofpetworth@gmail.com. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben - [Cava Closing Soon for Renovation/Expansion into space next door on Wisconsin](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/cava-closing-soon-dc-renovation-expansion-tenleytown/) - 4237 Wisconsin Ave, NW When that sun picture went up at the old &pizza (et al) space last December we wondered 'What’s Coming Here: Weed Store or Tanning Salon? Something else? Perhaps another go at pizza…' - commenters speculated that it was CAVA signage. AND they were right! Last night a worker at the currently - [Celebrating 20 Years of PoPville - Prince of Petworth Profile in WaPo](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/20-years-popville-profiled-dc-washington-post-dan-silverman/) - Thanks to the Washington Post's Liam Scott for writing this kind profile of me/PoPville: "Dan Silverman talks fast and walks faster. It’s hard to keep up with the local Washington celebrity who’s better known by his blog moniker: the Prince of Petworth. Speed walking has long been Silverman’s default. “Wear sturdy shoes,” the Prince warns - [Props to City Wildlife - "quick to respond and able to secure the duck family, after a brief chase up and down Maryland Ave NE"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/props-to-city-wildlife-response-duck-family/) - "Dear PoPville, The Maryland Condominium wanted to give a shoutout to City Wildlife's April Linton and Autumn Autumn Klinge for their help in safely securing a nesting duck and her family. About a month ago, we discovered a mallard had laid her eggs in one of our rooftop's gardens. Upon discovery, we were recommended to - [Municipal Golf Updates - The Latest on Langston, Rock Creek Park and East Potomac Park Courses](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/municipal-golf-updates-rock-creek-park-langston-east-potomac/) - photo by Phil National Links Trust writes Friday night: "Tonight, May 8, 2026, the Department of the Interior announced an agreement under which National Links Trust will have a new long-term lease at Langston Golf Course and Rock Creek Park Golf. NLT will also continue operating East Potomac Golf Links until the National Park Service - ["Amazon Drama: 30-40 packages not only inside the lobby but also outside the front door."](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/amazon-drama-packages-dc-brightwood/) - "Dear PoPville, Saturday night a good Samaritan knocked on our door because a couple of packages with our address were left inside his apartment building about a quarter mile away. He warned us that they may not be there by the time we arrived because his neighbors frequently help themselves to these packages. My son - [The Latest in Logan Circle: "quite literally pressure washing the soil in the park."](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/the-latest-in-logan-circle-quite-literally-pressure-washing-the-soil-in-the-park/) - Last we looked at some curious filled holes. Curiosities continue as we kick off this week! "Dear PoPville, A quick update on the Logan Circle Park do-over. Workers are quite literally pressure washing the soil in the park. According to Google, the whole park will receive new topsoil and sod, so I’m assuming this is - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2133/) - photo by John Sonderman You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - ["Mall Food Kiosk contract update: Each of the kiosks will have a unique menu."](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/mall-food-kiosk-contract-update-menus/) - Thanks to Mark for sharing with us: "Mall Food Kiosk contract update: Spoke with several workers at the kiosk near Natural History. They are revamping the menu soon with some old-timey items a d more healthy options. Already decorated and rebranding each of the kiosks. One near merry go round will have fair snacks like - [JUST IN: "DDOT Launches MicroFreight DC Pilot Program to Bring Quiet, Safe E-Cargo Bike Deliveries to DC Neighborhoods"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/microfreight-dc-pilot-program-e-cargo-bike-deliveries-washington-dc-neighborhoods/) - "Example of an e-cargo bike on its way to a delivery. Image courtesy of Amazon." From DDOT: "Today, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), along with Amazon, announce the launch of a new pilot project to support package delivery in the District. As e-commerce continues to grow, DDOT is taking a proactive step to ensure - [Checking in on the Reflecting Pool](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/checking-in-on-the-reflecting-pool/) - Continuing coverage of the reflecting pool continues.. Thanks to M. for sending a couple of shots: Stay tuned. Update: 🇺🇸 Restoring the Reflecting Pool. Making D.C. beautiful again! pic.twitter.com/WD2XMihIBW— The White House (@WhiteHouse) May 8, 2026 - ["Potomac Conservancy Responds to EPA's Potomac Recovery Announcement" also "DC Water Provides Next Steps in Environmental Remediation and Water Quality Monitoring in Potomac River"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/potomac-river-recovery-updates/) - photo by wolfpackWX From the Potomac Conservancy: "Potomac Conservancy urges caution following the US Environmental Protection Agency’s May 6, 2026 pronouncement that the agency has “fully achieved” its Potomac River recovery goals following the Potomac Interceptor collapse and mass sewage spill. Waving a ‘mission accomplished’ banner is not only premature, it sends the wrong signal - [Gunshots Damage Osteria Morini overnight in Navy Yard](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/gunshot-damages-osteria-morini-dc-navy-yard/) - 301 Water Street, SE Osteria Morini's Matt Adler shares this morning: "Gunshots in the The Yards broke a couple of windows at Osteria Morini last night. Everyone’s ok, it happened overnight. But still very very scary." Updates if when more is learned/released. Check out their menus here and go get some! "Brunch Saturday – Sunday - [About that Smoke - Big Row House Fire in Bloomingdale - DC Fire and EMS calling it a 2 Alarm Fire with 20 units & 100 personnel operating. 1 civilian with non life threatening injury](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/huge-house-fire-dc-bloomingdale/) - Thanks to K. for sending around 7am: 'There was a pretty bad fire this morning in Bloomingdale on First St. It started in the yellow and then moved over to the blue." DC Fire and EMS Department reported at 6:39am: "Box Alarm 1700 block 1st St NW. Fire rear porches 2 story rows extending to - [Heads Up: "Metro resumes Crystal City construction project with shuttles replacing trains for six weekends"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/metro-resumes-crystal-city-construction-shuttles-replacing-trains/) - photo by Clif Burns From WMATA: "Customers traveling through Reagan National Airport and Crystal City should plan additional travel time on select weekends from May 9-June 21 as Metro completes construction of a second entrance at the station in support of Arlington County’s Crystal City Improvement Plan. Crystal City will be closed to build a second entrance at - [Rest in Peace Chris Donatelli](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/rest-in-peace-dc-developer-chris-donatelli/) - Rest in Peace Chris Donatelli. For those who knew him, Carmen sends info about a Celebration of Life for Chris on Monday at Bukom Cafe in Adams Morgan. Ed. Note: While things had gotten turbulent, to put it lightly, for Chris in recent years, in my personal interactions I experienced nothing but a really great - [Meanwhile at the Wendy's in Petworth - Patrons Taunted by New Lit Menus, Drive Aimlessly around Drive-Thru - STILL CLOSED](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/petworth-wendys-drive-thru-still-closed/) - 3900 Georgia Ave, NW DEVELOPING... Thanks to Theresa for sending the update from the Wendy's coming back to Petworth: "The Wendy’s barriers are down, the signs are lit and hopeful drivers roll through but nobody’s home." MORE photos: STAY TUNED. - [Missed Connection- CASA DC Gala Thursday Night (5/7)](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/missed-connection-casa-dc-gala-thursday-night-5-7/) - photo by Eric P. Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville, Missed Connection: CASA DC Gala Thursday Night (5/7) You were in a grey suit and had dark curly hair, I was in a black blazer/dress situation with - [Adams Morgan "Mother of All Yard Sales" is Saturday!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/adams-morgan-mother-of-all-yard-sales-dc-2026/) - Thanks to Anne for sending: "This Saturday, May 9, from 9-1, Adams Morgan is hosting its annual "Mother of All Yard Sales" — and this year it's hitting all-time records with 168 sellers across 90 addresses, the most in the event's history dating back to 1987. The full map of sellers is here." More info: - [Navy Yard Getting a Tackle Shop (with a SWEET Patio overlooking the water) and there will be Beer - DC Tackle Shop Grand Opening Saturday!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/navy-yard-dc-tackle-shop/) - Captain Tim "DC’s only waterfront tackle shop at The Yards Marina. Local gear, live bait, cold beer, and real Potomac fishing advice—by FishThePotomac." "Grand Opening! May 9th at 12pm Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of the DC Tackle Shop — DC’s only waterfront tackle shop, right here at The Yards Marina! 🎣 - [Helluva Way to Wake Up Cont.](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/helluva-way-to-wake-up-cont-64/) - Thanks to W. for sending from Silver Spring last week: It had been 18 days since our last stolen wheels report(s). You can see some MPD suggestions on ways to prevent a Helluva Way to Wake Up here. You can read a Witness Describing a Wheel Theft here. - [Also Awesome, The Little Gallery on Fessenden - Turtle Exhibit](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/little-gallery-on-fessenden/) - 4400 Fessenden Street, NW "Throughout the pandemic, people in the neighborhood were creative. Little Gallery is a place where people’s creativity can be appreciated and inspire others." God I love the Little Gallery on Fessenden - the current turtle display is just aces: - [More Action at the National Geographic Museum](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/more-action-at-the-national-geographic-museum/) - 1600 M Street, NW Back in March we learned that “National Geographic Museum of Exploration to Open on June 26, 2026 in Downtown DC”! A liquor license placard for the museum has been posted for Levy @ National Geographic: "A multipurpose establishment that will serve as a cultural art center for immersive art, performance, and - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2132/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Shooting in Tenleytown Update: Jackson-Reed Student Shot](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/shooting-d-tenleytown/) - From MPD: "Alert: Shooting investigation in the 4500 block of Wisconsin Avenue, NW. One male victim has been transported to an area hospital. Have info? Call 202-727-9099 or text 50411." via google maps Update: "Dear Jackson-Reed High School Parents and Families, At Jackson-Reed, we are committed to the safety of our school community. Communicating with - ["DC Developer will pay $400,000 to fund repairs to a Ward 4 condo building that was improperly constructed and sways in the wind due to insufficient structural supports."](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-developer-pay-400000-dollars-repairs-ward-4-condo-building/) - via google maps Sways in the what now? Sways in the wind due to insufficient structural supports you say? Good gravy. From the office of the DC Attorney General: "Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb announced that DC developer Steven Sushner will pay $400,000 to fund repairs to a Ward 4 condo building that was improperly - [Signs of the Times - Wait, WHAT?](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/signs-of-the-times-wait-what/) - Thanks to A.D. for sending: "Seen near the s street dog park! TGIF 😂" About Duck Confit from Wikipedia: "Duck confit is a French dish made with whole duck. In Gascony, according to the families perpetuating the tradition of duck confit, all the pieces of duck are used to produce the dish. Each part can - [Checking in on Astro Zombie coming to 17th Street](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/checking-dc-astro-zombie-dupont-circle/) - 1509 17th Street, NW previously home to Happy Cleaner Been getting a few messages from folks spotting workers at the space underneath, Gemini (previously the home to the legendary Komi). A peek in the window reveals they've still a LONG ways to go: The liquor license for Astro Zombie, from the owners of Copycat and - [Fountains also Flowing in Freedom Plaza](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/fountains-also-flowing-in-freedom-plaza/) - 14th and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Thanks to Christine for sharing after we posted about the Meridian Hill/Malcom X Park Fountains yesterday: "They were testing the fountain in Freedom Plaza this week too!" A wider look at the whole plaza: 14th and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW To the video: They were testing the fountain in Freedom Plaza - [Hey-O! Merry Pin getting in on the Bagel/Bagel Sandwich Game](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/merry-pin-dc-bagel-bagel-sandwich/) - Thanks to Megan for passing on from Merry Pin (7350 Georgia Avenue, NW): "NEW Weekday Early Bird Specials ✨ Make your mornings extra merry with our early bird bagel specials! 🥯🍳🥑 Enjoy a bagel with cream cheese + coffee drink of your choice for $7, or a bagel sandwich with any two toppings plus a - [DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 8, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-open-house-list-for-this-weekend-may-8-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. Mother’s Day weekend is shaping up to be a great one for DC homebuyers. With 315+ open houses scheduled across the District, there’s no shortage of opportunities to explore what’s on the market—and the good news is that the majority of showings are happening on Saturday, leaving your - [First Progress at Highlands Tavern and Now Signage Up at MOGA Doner House!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/signage-up-dc-moga-doner-house-cleveland-park/) - 3417 Connecticut Ave, NW Earlier this week we shared the promising progress at Highlands Tavern in the former Cleveland Park Bar and Grill space. At that time I lamented that there were no updates on the nearby Moga Doner House in the old Al Volo space. WELL scratch that - thanks to Cassandra for sending - [SCUTTLEBUTT: Bookstore could be coming to the old Crunch space!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/scuttlebutt-bookstore-could-be-coming-to-the-old-crunch-space/) - 5100 Wisconsin Ave, NW Some neighborhood folks were pretty upset about this Crunch closing. Maybe this scuttlebutt will ease the pain a bit - I'm hearing a bookstore will be inbound soon. No confirmation yet but looking good so keep your fingers crossed and STAY TUNED. - [Bell Wine and Spirits Closed on M Street, Had Been Serving The Nation's Capital Since 1933](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/bell-wine-and-spirits-closed-dc-m-street/) - 1821 M Street, NW "Long-standing shop offering a wide variety of wine, spirits & beer, plus wine tastings on weekends." And by the looks of it, Bell been closed a while: Had to capture this for posterity since they were around since 1933!! Updates when we learn what becomes of the space. - [Not Just Fountains Flowing, Checking in on Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park - Upper Fields edition](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/checking-in-on-meridian-hill-malcolm-x-park-upper-fields-edition/) - ICYMI: Glorious photos and video of the cascading fountain flowing this morning at Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park. Thanks to Greg for sending the latest: "They are laying the sod on the two upper fields at Meridian Hill Park this morning. Things are looking good." Thanks to Katie for sending a shot too: Stay tuned for - ["All Books Must Go!" at the Potter's House](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/all-books-must-go-at-the-potters-house/) - 1658 Columbia Road, NW Thanks to Kate for sending: "Saw this sign on the window of Potter’s House and wanted to share." ICYMI in January: “The Potter’s House DC (PHDC) will be closed until further notice. This closure includes the cafe and bookstore…” in Adams Morgan “We are devastated by this development, and know that - [SWEET City Ride](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/sweet-city-ride-1122/) - Thanks to Phillip for sending this classic! Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - [EXCLUSIVE VIDEO/PHOTOS: Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park Fountains Flowing!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/meridian-hill-malcolm-x-park-fountains-flowing/) - photo by Anna K. Nelson Back on April 20th we noted that water had returned to Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park but at the time it was only at a trickle. This morning things are looking amazing!! Thanks to Anna for sharing this absolute awesomeness: "The water is flowing in Malcolm X / Meridian Hill Park - [HEADS UP: "DC Water's upcoming closure of Piney Branch Parkway is going to cause major headaches for folks unaware of the closure"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/piney-branch-parkway-closing-for-a-month/) - "Dear PoPville, I'm hoping you can spread the word about DC Water's upcoming closure of Piney Branch Parkway in Petworth because it is going to cause major headaches for folks unaware of the closure who are trying to commute in either direction along this road. Starting May 12th (and through June 8th), Piney Branch Parkway - [Missed Connection - Nido’s Wine Shop + Market](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/missed-connection-nidos-wine-shop-market/) - photo by kelly bell photography Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville, Nido’s Wine Shop + Market last weekend. You: beautiful bespectacled woman on crutches carrying a bag of books. Me: timid, but interested. We talked about “Captain - ["Recs for locksmiths/Keypad Lock Installs"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/recs-for-locksmiths-keypad-lock-installs/) - Ed. Note: I'll give you a nickel if you recognize where this sign from our archives is located... "Dear PoPville, I was looking for some recs for lock specialists that can recommend /install keypad locks for the exterior doors and security doors. I locked on the site and saw some info from several years ago. - ["Marvin Urquhart IV, a much-loved member of Wunder Garten’s team, was murdered while keeping Wunder Garten safe."](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/marvin-urquhart-iv-killed-dc-noma-fundraiser/) - Thanks to Theresa for passing on this incredibly sad fundraiser: "Dear Colby's Family, Some of you might have heard that our community suffered a tragedy on Friday night when Marvin Urquhart IV, a much-loved member of Wunder Garten’s team, was murdered while keeping Wunder Garten safe. Marvin grew up in Chesapeake, Virginia, where he led - [The Latest in Logan Circle - Curious](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/the-latest-dc-logan-circle-curious/) - Thanks to Mike for sending the latest from Logan Circle: What's up with all those holes...? ICYMI: “New sign on Logan Circle fence” sure to enrage 99% of residents. Didn’t take long for the sign to be, uh, updated. Scroll down to see what it looked like after the update here. ICYMI: THAT didn’t last - [Latest Action at Union Market - Donisima, Le Labo and much more Coming Soon](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-union-market-donisima-and-le-labo-coming-soon/) - 1280 4th Street, NE Thanks to Jodi for sending: "Donisima coming to the former Cafe Unido space in La Cosecha in Union Market district." "At Donísima, donuts are more than a treat. They are a canvas for culture, creativity, and joy." Check out their menu here. 1260 4th Street, NE And thanks to Jodi and - [Friends of the White Whale Society Presents – Shy Guy in Rose Park!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/friends-of-the-white-whale-society-presents-shy-guy-in-rose-park/) - Thanks to Michele for sending this amazing shot from Rose Park. Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to princeofpetworth@gmail.com If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send - [Cloudette, "Reimagined French Chouquette", pop up continues behind the Hunter & Huntress!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/cloudette-reimagined-french-chouquette-pops-up-behind-the-hunter-huntress/) - 1665 Wisconsin Ave, NW "Cloud-like filled delights ☁️ Elegant bites, never overly sweet ✨ Made fresh in Washington, DC" Check Cloudette out in the great back patio behind Hunter & Huntress: The goods: "First developed in the kitchens of the French court in the 16th century and refined later by chefs like Antonin Careme, pâte - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2131/) - photo by Jason Gooljar You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - ["Now Open: Perry's Rooftop Bar"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/now-open-perrys-rooftop-bar/) - 1811 Columbia Road, NW photo by Scott Suchman From an email: "Perry’s, the 30+ year-old Japanese comfort food and sushi restaurant located in Adam’s Morgan, has officially opened its scenic rooftop bar for the season. Now through the end of summer, guests can enjoy happy hour specials on the rooftop’s bar Sunday through Thursday from - [Join an award-winning natural wine club for $75](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/things-you-can-get-for-75-dom2/) - Expect more from your wine club. For just $75, we give you three bottles each month of the hard-to-find wines poured at the coolest restaurants in the country, not excess production jug wine with a custom label slapped on. We've been named the best wine club in America, and we're right in your backyard. - ["Council Gives Initial Approval for Councilmember Allen’s Bill Banning Large Buildings from Charging Predatory ‘Common Area Utility’ Fees"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/council-gives-initial-approval-for-councilmember-allens-bill-banning-large-buildings-from-charging-predatory-common-area-utility-fees/) - From the office of DC Councilmember Charles Allen, Ward 6: "The DC Council voted unanimously to initially approve Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen’s Fair Housing Practices Amendment Act of 2026, which bans property owners and managers of multifamily buildings from separately charging tenants additional monthly fees for the utility costs associated with the building’s common - [What the Hell is This Thing Monitoring?!?](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/what-the-hell-is-this-thing-monitoring/) - Thanks to Chris for sending: "Looks like the most AI Megatron camera ever on North Capitol and Rhode Ave" Is this just measuring speed? Stop signs? Radioactive emissions....? - [Miami's The Salty Donut Opening First DC Location Friday!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/miamis-the-salty-donut-opening-first-dc-location-friday/) - 3299 M Street, NW previously home to a Peet’s Coffee and Aditi Indian Restaurant space and Grill Kabob Miami is starting to trend in DC... The Salty Donut DC opening date is official: "WE ARE OPENING OUR GEORGETOWN SHOP ON FRIDAY, MAY 8. 7am, lots of fun giveaways and sampling so come by and see - [BIBIBOP Asian Grill "temporarily closed"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/bibibop-asian-grill-temporarily-closed/) - 2805 M Street, NW The BIBIBOP Asian Grill roller coaster ride continues on M Street. This space could be reaching cursed status... Well this is curious: "Temporarily Closed for interior construction." Interior looks fine: Odd. Stay tuned. - ["Do you believe in (traffic violation enforcement) miracles?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/traffic-violation-tickets-towing/) - mural being painted by Jeff Huntington Thanks to G. for sending from H Street, NE: "$1,970 in tickets." - [Signs of Spring cont. - Make Way for Ducklings!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-ducklings/) - 1st and L Street, NE Thanks to Chelsea for sending these great shots from NoMa Monday morning: If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to princeofpetworth@gmail.com. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a - [Chipotle Coming Soon Signage Up in Shaw near 9:30 Club!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/chipotle-shaw-dc-near-930-club/) - 900 block of W Street, NW just off Florida Ave Thanks to Joy for sending the Chipotle coming soon signage: "A chipotle is opening up next to Unido in Shaw." Scuttlebutt confirmed! Stay tuned for an opening date. - [End of an Era: Random Harvest Home Closed After 40 Years](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/end-of-an-era-random-harvest-home-closed-dc-georgetown/) - 1313 Wisconsin Ave, NW "Random Harvest carries an exceptional selection of new, antique and vintage home furnishings and accessories. Best pricing every day. Local delivery." Oh wow, sad news from Random Harvest Home: "We are now permanently closed. Thanks to all who supported us over our 40 years! Shop small and local! Use it or - [DC Fresh Finds for May 6, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-fresh-finds-for-may-6-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. Own a world-renowned architect's masterpiece for under $4,500 a month: 332 N Street SW Charles Goodman mid-century treasure 3-level River Park townhouse Refinished hardwoods + smart Lutron lighting Private fenced patio off the main level Finished basement with terrazzo-look flooring Other Notable Fresh Listings: The Most Expensive Home - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2130/) - photo by DCbmyers You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in - [Kathmandu - Tapas & Cocktails officially opens Today! on U Street (in the old Polly's space)!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/kathmandu-tapas-cocktails-opening-u-street/) - 1342 U Street, NW At long last - Kathmandu has arrived, all the info: "A new cocktail-driven destination is set to debut on U Street. Opening Wednesday, May 6th, Kathmandu – Tapas & Cocktails introduces an intimate, design-forward concept from restaurateur Dipesh Acharya—blending the energy of Nepal’s capital city with Washington, DC’s evolving nightlife scene. - [Today in 7-Eleven Closures - Fort Totten](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/today-in-7-eleven-closures-fort-totten/) - 5210 3rd Street, NE Thanks to Curt for sharing with us yesterday after we posted about the coming closure at the 14th and Quincy 7-E: "Last day 💔 basically everything cleared out" 'This 7-Eleven location is Closing May 6th Please visit the nearest store at 5505 South Dakota Ave NE, DC 20011" - [Serious Crash Involving a Police and a Private Vehicle at New York Avenue at Bladensburg Road, NE - Major Traffic Backups](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/serious-crash-involving-police/) - A reader reports around 4:50pm: "Pretty bad crash involving a DC police car at NY Ave & Bladensburg NE. Traffic backed up during rush our for westbound lanes and probably impacting eastbound. Intersection going westbound basically closed." From AlertDC: "DDOT reports all westbound lanes on New York Avenue at Bladensburg Road, NE, are currently blocked - [As Expected Cantina El Rey Opens on U Street Today!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/as-expected-cantina-el-rey-opens-on-u-street-today/) - 919 U Street, NW Cantina El Rey (U Street) shares the reopening news: "U STREET is BACK! Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with us, we got an ice luge, $8 margs, $5 nachos, AND a Mariachi band. We’re opening at 4pm, we better see you there!" About: "Cantina El Rey U Street returns with a new - [While We're Repairing Parks - Can We Get 'International Park' with Newton's Tree Back Too](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/van-ness-newtons-tree-park-still-closed/) - International Drive off Van Ness Street, NW For those unfamiliar with this awesome tidbit of history, see some photos of Netwon's tree and a wild statue before it was fenced off. It's located in International Park behind the Chinese Embassy in Van Ness. The park has had every entrance to it fenced off since at - [Look Beyond the Fences - A View of Columbus Circle at Union Station](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/look-beyond-fences-columbus-circle-dc-union-station/) - Thanks to Wayne for sending: "Had to go to a rooftop to see the progress on the park." From the National Park Service: "Columbus Circle/ Columbus Plaza Rehabilitation National Mall and Memorial Parks » Columbus Circle/ Columbus Plaza Rehabilitation Columbus Circle (roadway)/Columbus Plaza (NPS property) is located in northeast Washington, D.C. The project area is - ["wish there were a way to penalize improper parking for rental e-bikes and scooters. Welp, turns out there is"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/scooters-bike-sidewalk-report/) - "Dear PoPville, The other day I was thinking to myself, I wish there were a way to penalize improper parking for rental e-bikes and scooters. Welp, turns out there is, and I just found my new hobby! Illegally parked e-bikes and scooters are an annoyance for pedestrians, and for those using wheelchairs and others with - ["Big tree split overnight"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/big-tree-split-overnight/) - "Dear PoPville, Big tree split overnight at 3rd / D / Mass NE in a pocket park by Schneider liquor store. The city screwing signage into the tree sure didn’t help its health: Kinda fortunate the homeless woman was recently relocated- this could have been legit bad news." - ["Mayor Bowser Launches Nearly $4 Million Restaurant & Retail Stabilization Grant to Support Local Businesses and Grow DC’s Economy"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/washington-dc-restaurant-retail-stabilization-grant/) - Details from the Mayor's Office: "Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser launched the brand-new Restaurant & Retail Stabilization Grant, a $3.875 million fund to support the District’s restaurants and retailers and continue growing DC’s economy. The grant is funded by the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) and administered by Capital Impact Partners (CIP), - [Signs of Spring: Swimming Pools Being Filled!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/signs-of-spring-swimming-pools-being-filled/) - 2435 N Street, NW Thanks to Andrew for sending this beautiful sight: "Francis Pool is filled!" The outdoor swimming pool season starts Memorial Day Weekend - Memorial Day 2026 is on Monday, May 25, 2026. Giddy up!! See a list of all outdoor public pools below: Banneker Pool 2500 Georgia Avenue, NW Happy Hallow Children's - [About all the Police at the Taft Bridge and at the Wilson Aquatic Center](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/what-was-up-with-the-police-at-the-taft-bridge-and-at-the-wilson-aquatic-center/) - "Dear PoPville, I’m feeling nosey about a strange, large police presence I saw while walking in Kalorama around 6p (Monday.) Huge police checkpoint set up in front of the Chinese Embassy residence (end of the Taft Bridge on Connecticut Ave, NW). Probably 6-8 cop cars, a dozen police, and a handful of cars stopped in - [Today* in Corgis*** Around Town](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/today-in-corgis-around-town-127/) - Thanks to Rachael for sending from "8th and D NE near Pascuals" ***This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT a corgi but the series started with corgis and I can be obstinate…send your finds to princeofpetworth@gmail.com - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2129/) - photo by Adam Fagen You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Save $100 on $500 this Mother's Day with a Silver Mirror gift card](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/save-100-on-500-this-mothers-day-with-a-silver-mirror-gift-card-sil2/) - Treat(ment) Her This Mother's Day With $100 Off $500 on Silver Mirror Facial Bar Gift Card This Mother's Day treat the special someone in your life to a personalized Silver Mirror facial. From services ranging from Anti-Aging facials to Dermaplaning, Silver Mirror's personalized facials are exactly the type of luxury she's craving. Through May 11th - [Yo!! Bistro Metzger, Steak Frites Dinner Service, Signage Up at the Steak n' Egg!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-tenleytown-bistro-metzger-steak-frites/) - 4702-4704 Wisconsin Ave, NW We got some serious action at the Steak n' Egg up in Tenleytown!! Thanks to Leslie for sending the new signage up out front: 4702-4704 Wisconsin Ave, NW Steak n Egg still seems to be going strong, most recently, in a Mother's Day post: "Celebrate Mom with warm wishes from Steak - [The End Is Nigh for the 7-Eleven at 14th and Quincy!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/the-end-is-nigh-for-the-7-eleven-at-14th-and-quincy/) - 14th and Quincy Street, NW We first learned about the 7-Eleven coming here back in 2015. Must be the end of a ten year lease... Thanks to Pat for sending the latest 7-Eleven closure coming in a few weeks across the street from Red Derby and Lyman's: "This 7-Eleven Location is Closing May 19 Reduced - [SWEET City Ride - Mercury Park Lane](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/sweet-city-ride-mercury-park-lane/) - Thanks to Jeffrey (and others) for sending this absolute stunner: Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - [Final Farewell from mom n pop antiques - Fin](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/final-farewell-from-mom-n-pop-antiques-fin/) - 3534 Georgia Ave, NW The final farewell note from mom n pop antiques: "The Steady n Ready Crew of MOM N POP ANTIQUES! We have come to the end of a great 4 decade run! We offer a heartfelt THANK YOU to the many customers, acquaintances and friends who have made our stay on Georgia - ["Trapped and dying pigeons at Georgia Avenue/Petworth metro"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/trapped-dying-pigeons-dc-georgia-avenue-petworth-metro/) - "Dear PoPville, I'm a volunteer at City Wildlife. There are a large number of pigeons currently trapped about 20 feet off the ground at the metro station (see attached pics). I've spoken with one of the station managers, who said dead pigeons are falling every night when he closes the station gate. However, he says - [End of a Musical Era (Don't Worry Madam's is fine): "The Last Two Step: A Farewell to Human Country Jukebox"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/human-country-jukebox-farewell-madams-organ/) - incredible photo from PorchFest by Madam's Organ 2461 18th Street, NW This is a big one for Madam's fans, again, they are ok but: "The Last Two Step: A Farewell to Human Country Jukebox Time to hang up the spurs and head for greener pastures after thousands of shows, tens of thousands of beers and - [Missed Connection - Health for Life dispensary in Bethesda and then on the Red line train](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/missed-connection-health-for-life-dispensary-bethesda-red-line-train/) - photo by angela n. Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. "Dear PoPville, My name as Ben and I have gold glasses, dark curly/messy hair, and I was wearing brown cargo pants and a big black jacket with a fur - [HUGE NEWS: Bouldering Project opening a second location in Columbia Heights!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-bouldering-project-opening-second-location-columbia-heights/) - 14th and Irving Street, NW back in 2005 Boom! Thanks to all who passed on from the Bouldering Project: "We’re excited to share some big news: Bouldering Project has signed a lease to open a second climbing gym in Washington, DC, located at DC USA Mall in Columbia Heights. This new location, which will provide - [East Potomac Park Renovations "just mind boggling"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/east-potomac-park-renovations-controversy/) - East Potomac Golf Links via National Links Trust From National Links Trust: "We want to thank all of our community for their continued support during this process." And an important reminder this (Monday) morning: "While we continue to monitor developments surrounding third-party litigation, East Potomac Golf Links is open for business. We will provide updates - ["Carnitas Boi - TX Tacos in Washington DC"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/carnitas-boi-tx-tacos-tommys-washington-dc/) - 227 Harry Thomas Way NE photo courtesy Landscape Architecture Photographs Exciting update about Tommy's Tacos: "a Tex Mex taco counter on the metropolitan branch trail in Alethia Tanner Park. Breakfast tacos all day, fajita tacos, chips and queso are just a few things I’m excited to dish out. We’re so close to opening the store - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2128/) - photo by John Sonderman You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Uchi, "the sushi-centered restaurant that launched in Austin to national acclaim", Opens May 12th Downtown!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/uchi-downtown-dc-opening/) - 1700 M Street, NW From a press release: "Uchi, the sushi-centered restaurant that launched in Austin to national acclaim, will open its much-anticipated DC location on May 12 at 1700 M St. NW, bringing its creative marrying of global ingredients with traditional Japanese flavors and technique to the region’s diners for the first time. Founded - [Brasserie Catahoula signage up at the old All Purpose space in Navy Yard!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/brasserie-catahoula-signage-dc-all-purpose-pizza-navy-yard/) - Thanks to Elaine for sending: "I was walking around Navy Yard with my family and saw the new restaurant in the recently closed All Purpose Pizzeria. The new restaurant is Brasserie Catahoula (Louisiana Cuisine)!" ICYMI: Catahoula: Cajun, Creole, & Cocktails coming to Navy Yard! "A New Orleans–inspired dining experience landing at the Capitol riverfront in - ["Let’s say goodbye to Anafre this Cinco de Mayo!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/anafre-closing-washington-dc-14th-street/) - 3704 14th Street, NW "Mexican Seafood & Pizza Inspired by Mexico’s Coastal Communities." Anafre opened here in the before times back in 2019. ICYMI: We spoke about what's coming to the old French's Cleaners next door last week. Big news from Anafre: "Let’s say goodbye to Anafre this Cinco de Mayo! Join us for a - ["after nine months of restoration", Welcome Back Ben's!! "This is more than a reopening. It’s a celebration of resilience, of community, and of a woman whose impact will be felt for generations to come."](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/bens-chili-bowl-reopen-u-street-party/) - Thanks to Craig for sharing the festivities at Ben's Chili Bowl with us: "It was a great scene in front on Ben's for the grand reopening." Welcome back Ben's!! [image or embed] — PoPville (@popville.bsky.social) May 1, 2026 at 2:20 PM ICYMI: "“Ben’s Reopens on Friday, May 1st…A moment to celebrate! ❤️ There are places - [DEVELOPING: "Person on top of the bridge"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/developing-person-on-top-of-the-bridge/) - Update from MPD: "MPD is on the scene of a barricade situation involving a subject who walked on top of the Fredrick Douglass Memorial Bridge. MPD's negotiators are on the scene. Please avoid the area as we work to resolve the incident." Thanks to Jennifer for sharing with us from the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge: - [Mabel Lee Mural Progressing Chinatown!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/mabel-lee-mural-dc-chinatown/) - 618 H Street, NW "Dear PoPville, Here is the latest photo of our Mabel Lee mural, located at Chinatown Gardens, 618 H Street NW -- in the heart of Chinatown. It will be finished in the coming weeks, and we are excited about this beautiful and stunning public art that will honor a Chinese American - [New Sign Thanking You for Your "Fee Dollars" Up in Logan Circle](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/new-sign-thanking-you-for-your-fee-dollars-up-in-logan-circle/) - Thanks to Michael for sending the latest sign up on the Logan Circle fence: "Your Fee Dollars at Work These improvements are being completed using your fee dollars. Thank you for your support! Experience Your America" Ed. Note: What's a "fee dollar"? ICYMI: “New sign on Logan Circle fence” sure to enrage 99% of residents. - [Kuro Listening Bar (next to Looking Glass Lounge) announces Grand Opening Date!! "No TVs. No hype. Just sound done right."](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/kuro-listening-bar-dc-grand-opening-georgia-ave-petworth-park-view/) - 3632 Georgia Avenue, NW previously home to Mr. Braxton, Marrakech Moroccan Restaurant, Walters AND of course the BLUE BANANA Boom: "KURO LISTENING BAR — GRAND OPENING Saturday, May 16 · Doors at 2PM Dim lights. Premium sound. Good company. Kuro is DC's newest listening experience: high-fidelity sound, handpicked vinyl sets from open to close, craft - [Heads Up: La Tejana Closed for May Day in Mount Pleasant](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/heads-up-la-tejana-closed-for-may-day-in-mount-pleasant/) - 3211 Mount Pleasant Street, NW "We will be closed Friday, May 1st, in celebration of May Day. There is no world in which breakfast tacos are served week in and week out without the labor of our incredible team and tomorrow we celebrate them, the backbone of our restaurant and every restaurant worth their salt. - [Catahoula: Cajun, Creole, & Cocktails coming to Navy Yard!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/catahoula-cajun-creole-cocktails-coming-dc-navy-yard/) - "Catahoula: Cajun, Creole, & Cocktails A New Orleans–inspired dining experience landing at the Capitol riverfront in DC. Cajun & Creole Rooted in the rich culinary traditions of New Orleans, Catahoula brings bold Cajun and Creole flavors overlooking the Anacostia River A Vietnamese Twist A subtle fusion of Vietnamese influences adds brightness and balance. A meeting - [DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 1, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/dc-open-house-list-for-this-weekend-may-1-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. May has officially arrived, and with it the year's first true spring weekend in the District. Buyers will have plenty to choose from with 360+ open houses across the city this weekend, with porches in bloom, parks in full color, and that perfect-for-house-hunting weather that makes you want - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2127/) - photo by Pleasant Living You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Checking in on Highlands Tavern - Progress!](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/checking-dc-highlands-tavern-progress/) - 3421 Connecticut Ave, NW I keep getting asked about the status of Highlands Tavern coming to the old Cleveland Park Bar and Grill space and I'm happy to report some progress. Construction is in full effect! Renovated roof deck: God I miss that roof deck - still a ways to go but - PROGRESS! STAY - [Friends of the White Whale Society Presents – 19th Street](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/friends-of-the-white-whale-society-presents-19th-street/) - Thanks to Violet for sending from Dupont/Kalorama. Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to princeofpetworth@gmail.com If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where - [Pho Patrol: 54 Noodles Bar "is now Saigon Kitchen"](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/54-noodles-bar-dc-sw-saigon-kitchen/) - 1101 4th Street, SW Thanks to Abel for sharing with us from SW: "No opening date on the door but the recently shuttered 54 Noodles Bar in Southwest is now Saigon Kitchen." Ed. Note: Unclear if there is any relation to the old Saigon Kitchen once located in Glover Park. STAY TUNED! - [Checking in on the Pura Vida coming to P Street in Logan Circle](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/pura-vida-p-street-washington-dc-logan-circle-status/) - 1443 P Street, NW previously home to Commissary “PURA VIDA MIAMI Health Food Restaurant ALL DAY CAFE ✨ Health is Happiness Better For You Gelato” Thanks to Todd and Noa for sharing. Noa writes us on Wednesday: "One of people doing work inside says opening in a month or two" 1443 P Street, NW previously - [Heads Up: There will be Fireworks at Nats Park Tonight (Friday) and you may see a Drone Flying in Hill East (through Saturday evening)](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/nats-park-fireworks-drone-flight-hill-east/) - photo by Rukasu1 From AlertDC: "A Fireworks Show will occur near the Nationals Park tonight, May 1, immediately following tonight's game. Expect loud noises, flashing lights." and "From the morning of Friday, May 1, through evening of Saturday, May 2, a Department of Corrections contractor will be on-site at the District of Columbia’s Central Detention - [Happy May 1st! Please Enjoy a Couple of Crispy Christmas Trees](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/happy-may-1st-please-enjoy-a-couple-of-crispy-christmas-trees/) - Thanks to Jackie for sending the beauty above from Brightwood Park. And thanks to Jeff for sending the equally crispy specimen below from Petworth: “After February 28, 2026, holiday trees and greenery should be placed at the normal point of collection for trash and recycling. Holiday trees and greenery will be collected as space permits - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Time to Play Groundhog or Beaver?!?](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/today-in-hawks-around-town-time-to-play-groundhog-or-beaver/) - Thanks to Stephen for sending: "Either this is groundhog or the mascot for overly sweet hard cider. Spotted at the Festival Grounds at RFK Wednesday evening. (a closer view below) Here’s hoping little buddy likes electronica with Ultra around the corner…!" If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and - ["several victims who were randomly assaulted" near Tatte at 14th and W Street, NW - Arrest Made](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/several-victims-who-were-randomly-assaulted-near-tatte-at-14th-and-w-street-nw-arrest-made/) - via google maps "Dear PoPville, Seems like there is somebody walking around hitting or punching people around the Tatte at 14th and W. There were several girls crying and holding their heads and a man with a stroller with a bleeding head and cops running after somebody. Horrifying." MPD tells me: "On Thursday, April 30, - [Petworth Community (Farmers) Market Kicks Off the Season this Saturday!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/petworth-farmers-market-return/) - "First Market of the Season: May 2, 2026 Come visit us at 9th and Upshur from 9am-1pm, Saturdays May-November, rain or shine!" From the Petworth Community Market: "Welcome to the 2026 Market Season! 🎊 These Vendors are Popping Up 🎊 The BLK SWN Co. The Black Swan Company is a Black-owned, woman-owned artisan brand crafting - [Signs of the Times: It's a Trap!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/signs-of-the-times-its-a-trap/) - I mean: hahaha, just kidding, I'm sure it's delicious... - [Chinese Embassy Perimeter Fence Now Completely Ensconced in Razor Wire](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/washington-dc-chinese-embassy-surrounded-razor-wire/) - Van Ness and International Place, NW A few Fridays ago we broke the news as it was happening and I'm still gobsmacked. The razor wire now completely encircles the Chinese Embassy: It is a sight to see: And one question still remains: WHY?!?!? - [Trash Troubles Cont. "Has D.C. government checked out?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/washington-dc-government-checked-out-trash-troubles/) - Ed. Note: What is this? Have people brought there own cans since the DC DPR cans haven't been emptied?!?! "Dear PoPville, Has D.C. government checked out? Trash cans in Kalorama Park and Walter Pierce Park are all overflowing - and been so for a while. DPR now says the situation has been escalated to its - [Signs of the Times at Subway - "Talk about hostile"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/washington-dc-subway-petworth-hostile-dining/) - 3720 Georgia Avenue, NW "Dear PoPville, Subway won’t let you sit and eat anymore. Talk about hostile: 3720 Georgia Avenue, NW This is the one in the same block as the Petworth Metro." Subway's About Section still says: "in-restaurant dining" available... "Your local Washington Subway® Restaurant at 3720 Georgia Avenue NW brings bold new flavors - [Holy Boat-B-Cue at the James Creek Marina in SW Last Night](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/boat-b-cue-fire-washington-dc-marina/) - photo by DC Fire and EMS DC Fire and EMS reported: "Box Alarm 2100 block 2nd St SW. Well involved boat at the James Creek Marina. Update Boat fire James Creek Marina 2100 2nd St SW. Had 1 boat fully involved. Fire knocked down using 2 pronged attack wth land units and 2 fireboats. Damage - [Pie Patrol: Eddie Leonard seriously Upping Their Game, Also a bit about who Eddie Leonard was.](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/eddie-leonard-dc-carryout-boxer-history/) - 3300 Georgia Ave, NW Check out the, well priced, options: Halal Bean Pie, Sweet Potato Pie, and Creamy Buttermilk Coconut Pie. Nice. You can see their full menu here. "Eddie Leonard Carryout Since 1955 We serve Chinese and American cuisine here at Eddie Leonard Carryout. Our menu features Shrimp with Broccoli, Moo Goo Gai Pan, - [Celebrate Mother’s Day with a gorgeous flower arrangement from Volanni](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/celebrate-mothers-day-with-a-gorgeous-flower-arrangement-from-volanni-vol1/) - Show Mother’s Day love with a creative, fresh, flower arrangement from D.C. florist Volanni! Michael Lanni, the artist behind these arrangements, puts intuitive care into each of his designs. As he likes to say, “This is our art, and flowers are the medium.” Pick out the perfect Mother’s Day arrangement and place your order online. - [AC Unit Falls on Truck at 17th and M St, NW](https://www.popville.com/2014/01/ac-unit-falls-on-truck-at-17th-and-m-st-nw/) - Thanks to a reader for sending: "This morning a large AC unit fell from a Crane onto a truck on 17th and M NW. You did a piece on this same site when they broke a water main some months back - Cursed?" - [Quavaro has closed in Union Station](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/quavaro-has-closed-in-union-station/) - Thanks to G. for sending the latest retail news from Union Station: "QUAVARO Thanks for your support over teh years at our Pop-up! Our space has been leased, and we will make space for the new Tennant. Our last days is on April 29th! Please visit us at quavaro.com until we secure our new retail - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/05/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2126/) - photo by Ron Cohn You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [EXCLUSIVE Sneak Peek inside the Wendy’s Coming Back to Petworth!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/exclusive-sneak-peek-inside-wendys-washington-dc-petworth/) - 3900 Georgia Ave, NW Thanks to Theresa for sending the latest from the Wendy's coming back to Petworth: "Looks like we’ll have to order from screens, unlike Union Station and NH Ave. Still got traffic cones blocking the driveway." "At Wendy's, we're all about serving up fresh food, even if it means going the extra - [Mark It: Jazz in the Garden returns May 22nd!! Check out the full schedule - There's a lottery for tickets](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-jazz-in-the-garden-returns-2026-schedule/) - Please courtesy National Gallery of Art From a press release: "DC’s favorite summer concert series returns to the National Gallery of Art this summer with Jazz in the Garden: American Sounds. This season highlights both rising voices and celebrated performers whose work reflects the evolving landscape of American music. Kicking off May 22, the series - [In other oddities, "The scariest sidewalk grate I have seen"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/scariest-sidewalk-grate-washington-dc/) - "Dear PoPville, The scariest sidewalk grate I have seen... Steel grate patched with a plate? Nope. Near Freedom Plaza. (E Street.)" Would you dare walk across this? YIKES. - [Did somebody say Tropiboba? Wait, what? Well, now available in Columbia Heights!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/tropical-smoothie-cafe-washington-dc-columbia-heights/) - 3109 14th Street, NW Thanks to A. for sending the Tropical Smoothie Cafe update in Columbia Heights: "It’s taken a long time but the smoothie place in CH has finally opened. Will have to try it and see if Tropiboba is the next it thing 🤣" “Tropical Smoothie Cafe® was born on a beach where - ["It will drastically change Pennsylvania Avenue; especially Freedom Plaza" - Last Chance to Comment](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/pennsylvania-avenue-project-washington-dc-design/) - Project Area via NCPC "Dear PoPville, The Pennsylvania Avenue Initiative is really ramping up, and it will drastically change Penn Ave.; especially freedom plaza. It will be sliced to accommodate inauguration parades 😅🙈. Public commenting closes on 4/30." About the Initiative "Pennsylvania Avenue, stretching between the White House and the U.S. Capitol, is the nation’s - [Exclusive PoPville Pizza (and more) Patrol cont. More Pizza for Woodley Park with a New Osteria Coming!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/pastiamo-osteria-coming-washington-dc-woodley-park-pizza/) - 2614 Connecticut Avenue, NW also previously home to Medaterra Any day with double pizza news is a good day in my book! Ed. Note: Do note, that Via Roma is located just down the block... Not to mention Mika’s Neapolitan Pizza located across from the Zoo. Well adding the line up is: "Pastiamo Osteria Pizza - [Metro Spice Indian restaurant (including "Indo-Chinese classics"!!) Opened in NoMa!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/metro-spice-indian-restaurant-opened-dc-noma/) - 1st and L Street, NE "Experience the authentic flavors of India with a modern twist. From tandoor-grilled perfection to aromatic biryanis." Thanks to kuss for the update in NoMa: "Metro Spice in Noma (next to Ted’s Bulletin) is now open! I just had the Malai Kofta with Garlic Naan and it’s a solid 9/10!" Check - ["At last, coffee at Art Place Fort Totten" - Tz’ikin Cafe pops up Sunday!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/coffee-dc-art-place-fort-totten-tzikin-cafe/) - From an email: "A long-awaited addition is coming to Art Place at Fort Totten. On Sunday, May 3 at 9am, local concept Tz’ikin Cafe will open a coffee cart pop-up, marking the first dedicated coffee purveyor at Art Place and introducing a new daily stop for the development. Founded by a husband-and-wife team hailing from - [Today* in Corgis*** Around Town - Cruisin'](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/today-in-corgis-around-town-cruisin/) - Thanks to Rachael for sending from near Lincoln Park on Capitol Hill. ***This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT a corgi but the series started with corgis and I can be obstinate…send your finds to princeofpetworth@gmail.com - [HydralIVe Therapy coming to Connecticut Ave - "services that help you feel stronger, stay clear-headed, and recover faster"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/hydralive-therapy-coming-to-connecticut-ave-services-that-help-you-feel-stronger-stay-clear-headed-and-recover-faster/) - 4461 Connecticut Avenue, NW "Science-backed wellness designed to keep you thriving Hydralive Therapy® delivers powerful hydration, nutrients, and relief — straight to your bloodstream, right when you need it." HydralIVe Therapy will open in the space next door to the recently opened Malabar “modern Indian fare” restaurant (in the old Rosedale et al space.) "Partisans - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2125/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [DC Fresh Finds for April 29, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-fresh-finds-for-april-29-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. A Logan Circle townhome built to stop you mid-scroll: 1007 O Street NW Custom 2021 OPaL build Quiet, tree-lined Logan Circle block Double-height chef's kitchen with exposed beams Three private outdoor spaces, including a rooftop deck with sweeping city views Off-street parking + spa-like primary suite Other Notable - [Sweet City Ride - 18 feet long....](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/sweet-city-ride-18-feet-long/) - Thanks to Eric for sending this absolute boat! Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - [PoPville Pizza Patrol: Giordano’s Pizza Still Coming to DC!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/popville-pizza-patrol-giordanos-pizza-still-coming-to-dc/) - 14th and F Street, NW previously home to mxdx "Dear PoPville, Can you do a follow up on the opening of the Giordano's Pizza that is supposed to open this spring in DC? You wrote about it back in November 2025 here, and I wanted to see if there was any new information on when - ["What's happened to the pandas on yuma???"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/whats-happened-to-the-pandas-on-yuma/) - "Dear PoPville, What's happened to the pandas on yuma??? I hope they're just in the shop for repairs!" photo by Jennifer Wagner I found a post on Facebook saying: "I gave my panda friend a little freshening up over the past couple of days. It’s the last time I’ll visit him at this location, he’s - [Looks Like El Rey U Street almost ready to roll again as Cantina El Rey!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/el-rey-u-street-reopening-cantina-el-rey/) - 919 U Street, NW, note the new logo up top Thanks to Dan for sending the latest from U Street: "looks like El Rey will be reopening before Cinco de Mayo!" ICYMI: The El Rey in Navy Yard reopened as Cantina El Rey earlier this month. RE U Street: "The OG. On the block since - [Spanish footwear brand, Meermin, coming to DC later this summer/early fall](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/spanish-footwear-brand-meermin-coming-dc-georgetown/) - From a press release: "JLL today announced the signing of a new retail lease with EastBanc Inc. at 3001 M Street NW in DC’s Georgetown neighborhood, bringing renowned Spanish footwear brand Meermin to the nation’s capital for the first time. The transaction was completed in March 2026, with the high-end shoe store slated to open - [Golden Arthur Wishes to Meet the other Golden Arthur from yesterday's M.C.!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/connect-golden-arthurs-missed-connection/) - Another Golden Arthur "Dear PoPville, So, this was a wild ride and a hilarious afternoon forwarding this post to my husband and all our friends with a sense of humor. We live in Dupont Circle and have a Golden named Arthur though I can 100% confirm he was with us at home during this timeframe - [City Wildlife in Danger of Losing ALL DC Funding - Make Your Voice Heard!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/city-wildlife-in-danger-of-losing-all-dc-funding-make-your-voice-heard/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer Thanks to all who tagged and forwarded to us from DC City Wildlife: "The mayor’s budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 will cut 100% of City Wildlife’s $200,000 funding, greatly impacting the services we provide. Make your voice heard by testifying at the DC City Council’s Committee on Transportation and the - [After 40+ Years SMOKEY'S Closed on 14th Street!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/smokeys-14th-street-nw-washington-dc-closed/) - 4714 14th Street, NW Ed. Note: We shared this development with out Patreon supporters a few weeks ago, if you're looking to be in the early know or just want to support the site, please join us - thanks! "Smokey’s Uptown’s Finest 🏆 Serving hot n’ delicious breakfast and lunch in the District for 40+ - [Chipotle coming to U Street/Shaw near 9:30 Club!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/chipotle-coming-dc-u-street-shaw/) - 900 block of W Street, NW just off Florida Ave "Dear PoPville, There’s construction happening at 900 W — next to Unido, across from the Whole Foods — with a lot of exhausts being built in. I believe it’s a Chipotle! Also, I saw a package addressed to Chipotle at the door and this permit: - [Glam Karaoke coming to Union Market!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/glam-karaoke-coming-dc-union-market/) - 1244 5th Street, NE Thanks to Jodi for sending the latest action from Union Market: "Glam Karaoke and Bar! Replacing CDN Washington Restaurant Supply store, which moved around the corner to 409 Morse Street NE!" The liquor license placard for Glam Karaoke says: "New Retailer’s Class “C” Tavern with a Seating Capacity of 140, a - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2124/) - photo by Adam Fagen You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [MARK IT: District Larder Co. Opening on Monday!! (May 4th)](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/district-larder-co-opening-petworth/) - 821 Upshur Street, NW "Your new favorite deli & market in Petworth Artisan Meats, Curated Goods & Quality Vibes" In the words of my friend Chuck - BOOM! And in the words of District Larder Co.: "Neighbors and friends, we're thrilled to share that District Larder Co. is opening on May 4th, 2026! Starting on - [Indochine, French–Vietnamese restaurant, soft opened on H Street, NE!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/indochine-opened-h-street-ne-washington-dc/) - 1025 H Street, NE "Indochine Cuisine & Lounge A French–Vietnamese inspired dining experience in the heart of DC. Craft cocktails • Elevated Southeast Asian flavors • Tropical lounge vibes" Thanks to Jennifer and Austin for sending: "I've appreciated your scuttlebutting on Indochine so far -- as Indochine's neighbor, I'm so glad to say it's soft - [Heads Up: That White House Flyover for the King Charles visit is now set for 11:12am PLUS there will be, LOUD, cannons on the Ellipse earlier](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/heads-up-white-house-flyover-cannons/) - Photo by Erin Update from AlertDC regarding the flyover at the White House (said to be for King Charles' visit): "The US Military will conduct an Aircraft Flyover in the NCR over the White House on Tuesday, April 28, at approximately 11:12AM." AND "A ceremonial cannon salute will take place this morning, April, 28, 2026, - [OAG Files Lawsuit against "a large apartment building in Ward 2, for charging junk fees and hiding the true cost of rent from prospective tenants."](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/oag-lawsuit-against-dc-large-apartment-building-charging-junk-fees-hiding-true-cost-rent/) - From the Office of the Attorney General (OAG): "Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today filed a lawsuit against Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc., and its subsidiaries Mid-America Apartments, L.P., and Post 1499 Massachusetts, LLC (collectively, “MAA”), the owners and managers of a large apartment building in Ward 2, for charging junk fees and hiding the true - [Former French's Cleaners spot on 14th becoming a bar!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/former-frenchs-cleaners-spot-on-14th-becoming-a-bar/) - 3706 14th Street, NW near Red Derby Thanks to Pat for sharing with us: "The old French's Cleaners at 14 and Spring NW that has been closed for 6 yrs is being converted into a bar." STAY TUNED. - [Martha Dear "LAUNCHING A CURATED OUTDOOR MARKET" in Mount Pleasant to support keeping their Streatery](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/martha-dear-outdoor-market-mount-pleasant/) - 3110 Mt Pleasant Street, NW I'm still a little staggered from Dos Gringos closing so wanted to share a bit of positive news from Mount Pleasant via the magnificent Martha Dear: "THERE HAVE BEEN A LOT OF QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR OUTDOOR SEATING LATELY. WE ARE KEEPING IT. IT IS COSTLY. IT WILL SHRINK IN SIZE. - [Heads Up: Tomorrow (Tues.) Morning there will be a Military Flyover the White House](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-military-flyover-white-house/) - photo by Fritz Myer From AlertDC: "The U.S. Military will conduct an Aircraft Flyover in the NCR over the White House on Tuesday, April 28 at approximately 9:00AM." Anyone know for what occasion? National Superhero Day, the birth of James Monroe...? - [Missed Connection - Arthur’s Dad](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/missed-connection-arthurs-dad/) - photo by Ted Eytan Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. "Dear PoPville, Missed connection at the Dupont Starbucks, Saturday April 25 around 11:30am. To Arthur the golden retriever and his dad who I had the pleasure of meeting in - [Caesar Rodney, "a signer of the Declaration of Independence and an enslaver", Statue Now Up in Freedom Plaza](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/caesar-rodney-statue-freedom-plaza/) - 1325 Pennsylvania Ave, NW "Dear PoPville, New statue in Freedom Plaza." Reuters reported in March: "A statue of Caesar Rodney, a signer of the Declaration of Independence and an enslaver, that was taken ​down in Delaware in 2020 amid racial justice protests will ‌be displayed by President Donald Trump's administration this year in Washington. It - [Empanada Alert*: "Julia's on 17th is open!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/empanada-alert-julias-open-dc-dupont-circle/) - 1515 17th Street, NW previously home to Mr Yogato *my fourth favorite alert. Thanks to Tom and Bob for sending: "Julia's Empanadas which has been coming soon for about a year is finally open on 17th Street. I had a great Chilean beef empanada yesterday. A little pricey at $8.50, but it was a pleasant - ["Extra Race Medals Lying Around?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/extra-race-medals-lying-around/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer "Dear PoPville, This is a long shot, I know. But I misplaced race medals from a few DC races that I’d love to replace for my collection. I am wondering if a community member has any of these race medals they aren’t sentimentally attached to and could part with. I’d be - ["Chinese food coming to Union Market"!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/chinese-food-coming-dc-union-market/) - 4th and Florida Ave, NE BIG day of Chinese Food news continues on a more positive note. A new dum sum option (and more) in NoMa?!?! Thanks to Evan and Melody for sending: "Chinese food coming to Union Market. Google Translate of the Chinese text: I think it should say stir fried dishes instead of - ["Lost Engagement Ring"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/lost-engagement-ring/) - photo by Emma K Alexandra "Dear PoPville, On Saturday, April 25, 2026 I lost my engagement ring at or outside of Hank’s Oyster Bar at the Wharf. It’s a sliver, emerald cut ring with lots of sentimental value. Happy to reward anyone who returns it, and hoping for a miracle." If anyone happened to spot - [Chandelier coming to former Les Halles Space on Penn!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/chandelier-coming-dc-downtown/) - 1201 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW And in other HUGE (literally) restaurant news, Chandelier, "Total Occupancy Load of the entire establishment will be 525" is coming to the former Les Halles space. The liquor license application says: "New Retailer’s Class “C” Tavern with indoor seating for 250 and an indoor occupancy load of 400. Summer Garden with - [Yu Noodles Opened in City Vista!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/yu-noodles-opened-mount-vernon-squangle/) - 1065 5th Street, NW previously home to Sweetgreen Thanks to Stephen for sending the update: "The Yu Noodles at City Vista is open now!" Check out their menu here. “At Yu Noodles Cafe, we serve delicious and authentic Chongqing noodles, traditionally a hot, spicy, and flavorful noodle dish that has developed over time to be - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2123/) - photo by angela n. You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Da Hong Pao Closing After 10 Years in Logan Circle Sunday](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/da-hong-pao-closing-dc-logan-circle/) - 1409 14th Street, NW Gah! Every. Single. Monday... Dim Sum blues today. The Da Hong Pao roller coaster ride comes to a bruising end. Very happy memories and meals but a rough run with covid made it a bumpy one. They certainly will be missed. Da Hong Pao's parting note says: "Thank you for Nearly - [What does the Pink ribbon on Trees in Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park mean?](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/pink-ribbon-trees-dc-meridian-hill-malcolm-x-park-meaning/) - "Dear PoPville, These two magnificent trees at the Chapin St NW entrance of the park has a pink ribbon on each of them. This usually identifies trees that are to be cut down. Let's hope not! In my opinion they've cleared out enough of the trees and shrubs." - [Bistro Francais Coming (Back?!?) to DC](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/bistro-francais-coming-back-to-dc/) - 1200 18th Street, NW at M Street The Daily Grill closed here back in 2023. There have been major renovations going on in the building. And now a liquor license application has been applied for at 1200 18th Street, NW for Bistro Francais: "New Retailer’s Class “C” Restaurant with a Seating Capacity of 225, Total - ["Any update King Street Oyster Bar - City Ridge?" Still Temporarily Closed or "Temporarily" Closed...](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-update-king-street-oyster-bar-city-ridge/) - 7 Ridge Square, N.W across from Tatte and Wegmans off Wisconsin Ave "Dear PoPville, I thought they were going through a rebrand but I’ve seen no one in there and all the King St signage is still up. Are there any new developments?" 7 Ridge Square, N.W across from Tatte and Wegmans off Wisconsin Ave - ["NoMa Farmers Market Opens for 2026 Season on April 30"!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/noma-farmers-market-opens-dc-2026-season/) - Third Street NE between M and N Streets NE From the NoMa BID: "The NoMa Business Improvement District (NoMa BID) is excited to announce the return of the weekly NoMa Farmers Market on Thursday, April 30 on Third Street NE between M and N Streets NE. The market will take place every Thursday from 4:00 - [Oh, Hello Baby Elephant Linh Mai!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/oh-hello-baby-elephant-linh-mai/) - Photo by Roshan Patel/Smithsonian From the Smithsonian's National Zoo: "Baby elephant Linh Mai made her public debut April 22 to the delight of thousands of Zoo visitors. With fewer than 50,000 Asian elephants left in the wild, every birth matters. Calves like Linh Mai, born into human care, play a critical role in the species' - ["Tattoo Recs?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/tattoo-recs/) - 926 U Street, NW. Now long gone... from the PoPville archives "Dear PoPville, I was looking through the archives and it looks like the last tattoo artist rec post is pretty old; can we pop this question up there again? I have an idea formed from a watercolor flower illustration that I'd love to get - ["Guest Parking Permit - Maybe the website was hacked?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/guest-parking-permit-maybe-the-website-was-hacked/) - "Dear PoPville, I thought I would send a couple screen shots of some of the automobile "makes" that are listed when using the guest parking permit website or app. Some appear to be auto dealership names. Others, who knows? Anyone parking an Edsel? Maybe the website was hacked?" - ["A plea to Navy Yard neighbors in the name of parking spots"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/a-plea-to-navy-yard-neighbors-dc-parking-spots/) - "Dear PoPville, I wanted to send a quick plea to my neighbors about not leaving half spaces in between them and the car ahead of them. Similarly, if when they are parked near the ‘park to here’ sign to pull all the way up. Respectfully from a neighbor who just spent 30 minutes looking for - [Continuing Coverage of the Signs in Logan Circle Cont. - THAT Didn't last long...](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/continuing-coverage-of-the-signs-in-logan-circle-cont-that-didnt-last-long/) - Thanks to Pinky (and others) for passing on this morning: "As of this morning, both “thank you” signs are gone!" ICYMI: “New sign on Logan Circle fence” sure to enrage 99% of residents. Didn't take long for the sign to be, uh, updated. Scroll down to see what it looked like after the update here. - [Sambar & Spice by Indigo coming to Union Market!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/sambar-spice-by-indigo-coming-dc-union-market/) - Thanks to G. for sending: "Something is coming in the former DC Dosa space at Union Market." STAY TUNED for Sambar & Spice by Indigo! - [Without Further Ado, Please Enjoy this Magnificent Song about Best World (RIP)](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/without-further-ado-please-enjoy-this-magnificent-song-about-best-world-rip/) - 3174 Mount Pleasant Street, NW ICYMI: End of and Era: It Actually Happened. RIP BestWorld (BestWay for the old school.) Thanks to Andrew for sending us this magnificent song - "Best World" by Fulton Lights. Video below: - [Today* in Corgis*** Around Town - "This cat lives on this guys head"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/today-in-corgis-around-town-this-cat-lives-on-this-guys-head/) - Thanks to Chris for sending: "I followed them for two blocks. This cat lives on this guys head." ***This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT a corgi but the series started with corgis and I can be obstinate…send your finds to princeofpetworth@gmail.com - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2122/) - photo by Miki Jourdan You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - ["What happened to Aurora Market in Park View?" Irving Liquor & Convenience Signs Up](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/what-happened-to-aurora-market-in-park-view-now-irving-liquor-convenience/) - 500 Irving Street, NW "Dear PoPville, Do you know what happened to Aurora Market in Park View? It was a cute bodega in an area with limited grocery options. They seem to be permanently closed and now there’s a sign for a liquor store above it. 500 Irving Street, NW This neighborhood doesn’t need more - [DC Open House List for This Weekend: April 24, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-open-house-list-for-this-weekend-april-24-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. DC Open House List for This Weekend: April 24, 2026 With 430+ open houses happening throughout the District, buyers have no shortage of options to explore. Warmer weather is settling in, making it an ideal time to get outside, tour neighborhoods, and take in everything the city has - [Archeological Finds Vol. 118 – A Rotary Payphone!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/archeological-finds-vol-118-a-rotary-payphone/) - A big week for payphone news concludes with this awesomeness. "Dear PoPville, I’m a member of the DC Independent Order of Odd Fellows. I was wandering around the IOOF Temple in Penn Quarter recently and discovered a rotary pay phone from the C+P Telephone days! Obviously it doesn’t work, but it’s a beautiful piece of - [DC's Next Streets Market Opening May 1st!! And excitement in the neighborhood is HIGH!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/streets-market-hill-east-opening/) - 15th and Pennsylvania Ave, SE "Dear PoPville, I stopped by the new Streets Market at 15th and Pennsylvania Ave SE ... Employees are in there now stocking shelves, etc. They tell me they are opening May 1, with an earlier soft opening possible. It's great news for my neighborhood. It's definitely one of the best - [Update: Owner found! Is this sweet pup yours?](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/is-this-sweet-pup-yours/) - "Dear PoPville, Yesterday (4/22) around 11am I found a small, collarless dog wandering around the Dupont metro (south exit). Several other commuters also stopped, but she did not belong to anyone in the area. I brought her to Dupont Veterinary Clinic, who scanned for a chip but did not find one. I've reached out to - [Paste & Rind returned to H Street, NE with Henceforth!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/paste-rind-joined-forces-with-henceforth/) - 1335 H Street, NE Still catching up with what I missed last week - thanks to G. for sending: "Paste & Rind is joining forces with Henceforth! We couldn’t be happier to welcome H Street’s favorite cheese shop under our roof! Paste & Rind cheeseboards make their appearance at Henceforth beginning This Friday 4/17! Join - [About that Massive Smoke - Metrobus Fire in the 9th Street Tunnel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/about-that-smoke-metrobus-fire-in-the-9th-street-tunnel/) - photo by Emma Alexandra From AlertDC: "DC Fire & EMS is responding to a Metrobus fire in the 9th Street Tunnel. The tunnel is closed. Heavy smoke is in the area, close windows and doors if nearby. Avoid the 9th Street Tunnel and expect delays." Thanks to Emma for sending at 7:09pm: photo by Emma - [Five Metro Stations will be Closed this Weekend - "free shuttle buses will replace trains"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/five-metro-stations-wmata-closed-free-shuttle-buses-replace-trains/) - From WMATA: "On Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, free shuttle buses will replace trains between Stadium-Armory and Downtown Largo on the Blue and Silver lines. Rail service will be suspended at Benning Rd., Capitol Heights, Addison Rd., Morgan Blvd., and Downtown Largo. Crews will be working on air blown fiber installation. This installation - ["Mount Pleasant lost an icon. We are collecting to help offset funeral costs and support his family."](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/robert-yarbrough-mount-pleasant-icon-fundraiser/) - Robert Yarbrough "Dear PoPville, Mt. Pleasant lost an icon. We are collecting to help offset funeral costs and support his family. You can read more about Robert from the fundraiser: If you’d like to make a donation to help offset the funeral costs and support Robert’s family during this difficult time, please do so here. - ["New sign on Logan Circle fence" to enrage 99% of residents](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/logan-circle-thank-you-pathetic-president-trump-sign/) - Thanks to D. for sending the latest from Logan Circle: "how sad, pathetic and gross!" UPDATE: The sign has been, uh, updated... check it out: Regarding Logan Circle construction, ICYMI: Official Word on Logan Circle Park Closing Monday March 30 through June 15th “Logan Circle is currently undergoing a major restoration and beautification project as - ["Woman begging with child at Columbia Heights - Any other suggestions or advice?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/woman-begging-with-child-dc-columbia-heights-suggestions/) - "Dear PoPville, The past two days there has been a woman sitting on the sidewalk and begging in Columbia Heights. She has a child - a girl maybe 3-4 years old always seeming to be asleep in her lap, but definitely not appearing to be a normal situation of a child napping. Today (Wednesday) I - [Sweet City Ride - Fantastic Fiat](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/sweet-city-ride-fantastic-fiat/) - Thanks to Michele for sending this "Adorable tiny Fiat." Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - [Meanwhile outside the Vice President's Residence in Observatory Circle](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/outside-vice-presidents-residence-dc-observatory-circle-fence/) - Thanks to M. for sending the latest on Monday: "First it's higher fence, then black obscuring fabric. Today they installed and painted 12-14' solid wood fencing at the south entrance." STAY TUNED. - ["a new Tonkatsu lunch venue on Q Street"!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-tonkatsu-lunch-venue-dupont-circle-yakitori/) - 1624 Q Street, NW "Dear PoPville, There is a new Tonkatsu lunch venue on Q st, inside Hank's. A Yakitori chef, Blake, started a lunch Tonkatsu pop-up from Tue to Fri at Hank's Oyster Bar when they are not open. I think we haven't had the real Tonkatsu in Washington DC until last month; the - [New DC class for teens/adults with IDD or Autism: register for ArtStream's Pop Star Playbook class](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/new-dc-class-for-teensadults-with-idd-or-autism-register-for-artstreams-pop-star-playbook-class-art3/) - Pop Star Playbook is an inclusive, six-week, high-energy singing and dancing class created for adults and teens (18+) with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Participants pick their favorite pop artists — Britney, Taylor, BTS, whoever they've been belting out in the car — and spend six Wednesdays working on songs, choreography, and stage presence with ArtStream's - [Check Out the March 2026 House and Condo Sales from around Washington, DC](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/check-out-the-march-2026-house-and-condo-sales-from-around-washington-dc/) - Thanks as always to realtor Kevin Wood for compiling this monthly list of home/condo sales for PoPville. Click below on “March 2026 Sales” for the full list of sales. March 2026 Sales (PDF) March 2026 Sales (Excel) - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2121/) - photo by Bobbie Brinegar You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Heads Up: ALL DC Public Library Locations Closed Friday](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/heads-up-all-dc-public-library-locations-closed-friday/) - photo by kelly bell photography From DCPL: "All DC Public Library locations will be closed on Friday, April 24 for a staff development day. See the full list of locations and hours on the Library's Holidays & Closings Page." ICYMI: The Shaw Library is Closing for Renovations Next Month – “renovated library is expected to - ["DDOT Releases Report on Autonomous Vehicle Policy"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/ddot-releases-report-on-autonomous-vehicle-policy/) - From DDOT: "The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) released a report reviewing how automated vehicles (AV) are regulated across the United States. The report is meant to inform ongoing decision-making on how the District can regulate AVs, but does not make specific policy recommendations. The DDOT report summarizes current AV technology, existing research, and different - [UPDATE: Boy Located Unharmed. MPD Searching for a 2 Year Old Missing Child after his Mother was Fatally Shot last night in Park View](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/mpd-searching-dc-2-year-old-missing-child-mother-fatally-shot/) - via google maps "UPDATE: Royce Hawkins has been located unharmed. The AMBER Alert is canceled. We thank the community for their assistance and will provide updates on the investigation shortly." From MPD: "The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a young child who has not been seen since his mother - [QUESTION: How do YOU pronounce Quackenbos?](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-how-do-you-pronounce-quackenbos/) - photo by Pete Beers "Dear PoPville, My husband and I just bought a house on Quackenbos Street. There is a point of contention: Is it pronounced quack-en-BOSS or quack-en-BOSE? We've heard both pronunciations and Google isn't giving a well-cited answer. Any insight would be amazing!" What's the way you say it?!? - ["Praise for DC Duck Watch - A little reminder that all hope isn’t lost and the DC ducks are in good hands!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/praise-washington-dc-duck-watch/) - Thanks to Nicole for sending: "In a world that’s well, depressing, I’d like to extend BIG praise to the volunteers of DC City Wildlife’s Duck Watch. I had the privilege of watching one of their best in action (last Friday.) My friend and I spotted a mama duck and her 13 ducklings stuck in the - [Daytime Shooting in Columbia Heights, Police Officer reported to be involved](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/daytime-shooting-dc-columbia-heights-police-officer-involved/) - via google maps MPD first reported at 12:20pm: "Alert: Shooting investigation in the 1000 block of Lamont Street, NW. Avoid the area. Updates to come. Update: This is an officer-involved shooting. There are no injuries. One suspect in custody. MPD officials continue to gather information on scene. The firearm recovered in the 1000 block Lamont - ["OAG Is Seeking Tips About Illegal Dumping, Idling Vehicles, and Other Violations That Harm Residents & Natural Resources in Neighborhoods Across DC"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-oag-environmental-hotline/) - photo by John Cochran From the DC Office of the Attorney General: "Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb announced today that he is encouraging District residents to report possible environmental violations directly to the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) so that the office can investigate whether to take legal action against polluters and others who - [Pops Bagels Pop Up Concludes in Mount Pleasant](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/pops-bagels-dc-mount-pleasant-done/) - 3209 Mount Pleasant Street, NW "Dear PoPville, Do you know what is happening with Pop’s bagels in Mount Pleasant? They were open but the last few times I’ve tried to go they were inexplicably closed when online it said they should be open. No permanently closed sign or online post… They are/were great to have - ["Bravo Zulu to this cyclist who took the time to remove an obstacle that untold numbers of others passed off as someone else's problem to fix."](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/bravo-zulu-trinidad-cyclist-props/) - photo by Adam Fagen "Dear PoPville, Location: Trinidad Not all heroes wear capes. I was walking with a friend crossing Florida to northbound Staples St NE at approximately 2 PM on Saturday 18 April 2026. My friend and I looked west-northwest on the south side of Florida Ave, and approximately in front of 1322 Florida - [DC Fresh Finds for April 22, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-fresh-finds-for-april-22-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. Featured Property of the Week: 1007 O Street NW "Tucked along a quiet, tree-lined stretch in DC’s coveted Logan Circle, 1007 O Street NW is the kind of home that stops you mid-scroll. Crafted by OPaL, DC's award-winning design-build firm, this practically brand-new home is a refined statement - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2120/) - photo by sssdc1 You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in - ["Yet another bakery, Paris Baguette, coming to Union Market!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/paris-baguette-coming-dc-union-market/) - Thanks to Jodi for sending: "Yet another bakery coming to Union Market! Signs up for Paris Baguette at 1280 Union Street at the base of the Margarite." 1280 Union Street, NE Check out their menu here. "Treating you as our neighbor means treating you to the very best. It’s why we pour our heart into - [Meanwhile at Metro Center - "Expect significant delays"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/meanwhile-at-metro-center-expect-significant-delays/) - Thanks to M. for sending from Metro Center around 9am. WMATA reports: "Orange/Blue Line: Expect significant delays in both directions as trains single track btwn McPherson Sq & Smithsonian due to an ongoing investigation following a work vehicle making contact with a stationary train at Metro Center last night during close of service." WAIT, WHAT?!? - [New Springbone Kitchen Location Nears Opening](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/new-springbone-kitchen-dc-downtown/) - 1850 M Street, NW ICYMI: DC’s first Springbone Kitchen opened in Georgetown back in December. Thanks to N. for sending: "Springbone is opening a new location at the old Roti location. They will handout sample soups for the rest of the week!" "Nutrient dense is delicious At Springbone, we believe real food makes a real - ["Vermont Ave NW: Repeated food dumping." What the Helen of Troy is Going on Here?](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/vermont-ave-nw-repeated-food-dumping-what-the-helen-of-troy-is-going-on-here/) - more photos below "Dear PoPville, We are experiencing a mysterious issue in my neighborhood. For the handful of years I’ve lived on this specific block, I’ve seen food mysteriously appear on the sidewalk anywhere from once to twice a week. It usually appears to be a very wet/sticky rice or milky cereal. Sometimes it’s more - [Morena by Kayu Opens Saturday on 17th Street!! "OUR RICE BOWLS ARE BACK" plus more goodness](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/morena-dc-kayu-opens-cafe-dupont-circle/) - ICYMI: Kayu’s new location in Dupont Circle opened in August. "Let us take you behind the name of MORENA. Kayu and Morena feel like two shades of warmth - both depicts comfort and home. In Tagalog, MORENA refers to a warm shade of brown, a word that celebrates the natural beauty of sun-kissed skin. It’s - [End of an Era: Down Goes One of the (the very?) Last Pay Phones in Town](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/down-goes-admo-payphone/) - Thanks to Terry for sending: "Had been asking for 10 years for this broken pay phone at 2452 18th St NW to be removed and finally was." 2452 18th Street, NW RIP the era of payphones. From Wikipedia: "A payphone (alternative spelling: pay phone or pay telephone or public phone) is typically a coin-operated public - [Mark It! Ben's Chili Bowl Reopening Original U Street Location next month (May)](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/bens-chili-bowl-reopening-u-street/) - 1213 U Street, NW The big news from Ben's: "Ben’s Reopens on Friday, May 1st…A moment to celebrate! ❤️ There are places you visit, and then there are places that help define a city. For nearly seven decades, Ben’s Chili Bowl has been part of the heartbeat of Washington, D.C. — a place where stories - ["don’t want another headline of a kid hit by a car."](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dont-want-another-headline-of-a-kid-hit-by-a-car/) - photo by Jim Havard "Dear PoPville, Sunday (4/12) I was walking my dog near Lincoln park between 3-4pm. My dog and I were standing at East Cap and 11th waiting to cross toward the park when a group of young boys on bikes and scooters came from the north, presumably from a baseball game since - [The Shaw Library is Closing for Renovations Next Month - "renovated library is expected to open in early 2027"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/shaw-library-dc-closing-renovations/) - 1630 7th Street, NW photo by Mr.TinMD I cannot tell you how old this makes me feel, having chronicled the construction/opening of this building back in 2010... From the DC Public Library: "The Shaw/Watha T. Daniel Library will be closed for renovation starting Monday, May 18. The last day of service will be Sunday, May - ["Look Inside The Georgia Avenue Thrift Store" (RIP)](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-georgia-avenue-thrift-store-rip/) - 6101 Georgia Ave, NW Thanks to John for sending: "I thought I'd send a sad picture of an absolutely empty GA. AVE Thrift. RIP." Take a peek - BLEAK: Updates when we learn what becomes of the space. Besides an awesome Thrift Store, what would you like to see here? ICYMI: "Back in 2009 – - [Yo!! A Bit More on Kuro Listening Bar coming to Park View near Petworth Metro on Georgia by Looking Glass - "Vinyl Listening Bar" - Nice!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/kuro-listening-bar-dc-georgia-ave-petworth-vinyl/) - "Vinyl Listening Bar Curated sound. Crafted cocktails. Washington, DC" SWEET!! Last Monday, while out of town, we broke the news that KURO Listening Bar was coming to the former Mr. Braxton Bar & Kitchen space. I've since found their IG and sounds, pun intended, even better than I thought! "KURO Listening Bar Japanese-American Cuisine. Curated - [Signs of the Times: LOV_](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/signs-of-the-times-lov_/) - Thanks to Dave for sending: "Blagden Alley: looks like a new door installed, hopefully they restore the E : )" STAY TUNED. - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2119/) - photo by Fritz Myer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Tosca Ristorante and Bar also Turning 25!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/tosca-ristorante-and-bar-dc-25th-anniversary/) - Baked & Wired not the only one turning 25 - happy 25th to Tosca too!! "25 YEARS OF TOSCA" (1112 F Street, NW) Check out their menu here. "hours Lunch / Mon - Fri — 11:30am to 2:00pm Dinner / Mon - Thursday — 5:30 to 9:00pm & Friday & Saturday 5:30 - 9:30 Closed - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – on the Terrace](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/today-in-hawks-around-town-on-the-terrace/) - Thanks to Will for sending these great shots: "Had an interesting visitor on my terrace at the Kennedy Warren." If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to princeofpetworth@gmail.com. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible - [END OF AN ERA: Dos Gringos Closing at the end of the month in Mount Pleasant. La Lucha, "sandwiches & more" coming soon.](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dos-gringos-dc-mount-pleasant-closing-la-lucha-coming/) - 3116 Mount Pleasant Street, NW And now for the bad news... Thanks to Terry and Naomi for sending this incredibly sad news from Mount Pleasant: "Dos Gringos in Mt Pleasant is closing at the end of the month. I just talked to Alex, the owner, this morning and she told us the last day is - [Tree Down in Adams Morgan](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/tree-down-dc-adams-morgan/) - Thanks to Devon for sending from the 2800 block of Adams Mill Road, NW around 7am this morning: Thanks to Kevin for also sending: "Huge tree down on Adams Mill Rd next to Rock Creek" - [Friends of the Righteous Rainbow Society* Presents](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/friends-of-the-righteous-rainbow-society-presents-2/) - Thanks to Crosby for sharing this beautiful photo from last week on 17th Street, NW. *Friends of the Righteous Rainbow Society is made possible with the support of the Robert FitzRoy Institute of Meteorology. As always, you can submit your righteous rainbows (and other storm photos) to us at princeofpetworth@gmail.com or through our socials @PoPville - [Missed Connections - Union Station on the Red Line, Before Midnight on Saturday Night](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/missed-connections-union-station-dc-red-line/) - photo by Victoria Pickering Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville, Missed connection right around midnight on Saturday, 4/18 on the Red Line - beginning at Union Station and then boarding another train at Metro Center. You: brunette - [Multiple Gunshots Fired Last Night in Columbia Heights Fortunately no victims but two damaged vehicles](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/multiple-gunshots-fired-dc-columbia-heights/) - via google maps Thanks to T. for passing on from MPD: "We did have a shots fired (approximately 12:20 am) in the 1300 block of Harvard ST NW. There were no victims struck with a gunshots, but we did have two damaged vehicles." Another reader passed on a report that it was up to 30 - ["Tragic day - bartaco closed in Mount Vernon Square… tell me why"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-bartaco-closed-mount-vernon-square/) - 1025 5th Street, NW at K Street "our mt. vernon location is permanently closed. we're incredibly grateful to the guests, team members, and community who have supported us here. we hope to keep seeing familiar faces in the dmv area at the wharf, pike + rose in bethesda, md and a new location opening in - ["Live Nation, which owns Ticketmaster, will pay $9.9 million to resolve allegations that it misled customers about ticket prices, charged deceptive fees, and used illegal pressure tactics to get fans to buy tickets for a decade."](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/live-nation-oag-settlement/) - photo by John Sonderman From the Office of the DC Attorney General: "Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced that Live Nation, which owns Ticketmaster, will pay $9.9 million to resolve allegations that it misled customers about ticket prices, charged deceptive fees, and used illegal pressure tactics to get fans to buy tickets for a decade. - [CVS Opens First Pharmacy-Focused Location in Washington, D.C. - Petworth](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/cvs-opens-first-pharmacy-focused-location-washington-dc/) - 3701 New Hampshire Avenue, NW "Dear PoPville, I don’t know if you’ve had occasion to visit this new “CVS.” But it’s literally just the pharmacy counter and that’s it. Obviously fine for its main purpose and Safeway is more or less across the street, but still kind of annoying they got rid of literally everything - [Helluva Way to Wake Up Cont.](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/helluva-way-to-wake-up-cont-63/) - Thanks to D. for sending from Brookland. It had been a minute since our last stolen wheels report(s). You can see some MPD suggestions on ways to prevent a Helluva Way to Wake Up here. You can read a Witness Describing a Wheel Theft here. - [Spotted at Right Proper Kitchen coming to the old Brookland Pint space - Opening in 2 Weeks!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-right-proper-kitchen-opening/) - 716 Monroe Street, NE previously home to Brookland Pint Which could be one week because John sent this to me last week!! Still catching up a bit :) ICYMI: 716 Monroe Street, NE previously home to Brookland Pint “We are so excited to officially confirm the worst kept secret ever! 🙌🏻” Opening in April!! STAY - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2118/) - photo by Natalie W. You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - ["Volunteers Needed - Help Move Soil at Bruce Monroe Community Garden (April 21)"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/volunteers-needed-help-move-soil-at-bruce-monroe-community-garden-april-21/) - 3012 Georgia Ave, NW (between Columbia Rd and Irving St) From an email: "Bruce Monroe Community Garden is looking for a few extra hands for a soil delivery day on Tuesday, April 21. We are opening this up to the community to ensure we have enough people for this big effort ( If anyone's up - ["Beloved Japanese-Italian restaurant, Daikaya Group's Tonari, invites fans for one last meal before its final service on May 3"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/tonari-closing-dc-chinatown/) - 707 6th Street, NW OK back to playing catch up from what I missed last week. This is a sad. And sadly more, well, sad ones to come... From a press release: "After five years, Tonari will close its doors on May 3, 2026, marking the end of a restaurant that brought a distinct and - [DDOT Started Spraying Ginkgo Trees Overnight!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/ddot-started-spraying-ginkgo-trees-overnight/) - Beautiful leaves but vile, VILE fruit. From DDOT: "The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will begin the annual spraying of the female ginkgo street trees on Sunday, April 19, 2026. The spraying will occur overnight from 9:00 p.m. through 6:00 a.m., weather permitting. The annual spraying serves to reduce the formation of mature ginkgo fruit, - [Keep Your Eyes Peeled for Lost Parrot - Leela!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/keep-your-eyes-peeled-for-lost-parrot-leela/) - "Lost Indian Ringneck parrot named Leela Yellow with red beak Five years old Last seen: New Jersey Ave NW between R and 5th 7:00 pm, April 17" Lost Leela poster (PDF) Any sightings or tips can be put in the comments of this post or emailed to me at princeofpetworth@gmail.com and I'll pass on to - ["Flipped in Foxhall"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/flipped-car-dc-foxhall/) - DC license plate Thanks to John for sending from Foxhall on Friday. It had been 21 days since we last posted a driver who flipped their vehicle. Though plenty of other insane driving in the interim... - [Happy 25th (!!?!!) Anniversary to Baked & Wired - Celebrate with some FREE CUPCAKES this morning](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/baked-and-wired-anniversary-free-cupcakes-georgetown/) - 1052 Thomas Jefferson Street, NW "authentic, hole-in-the-wall coffee and baked goods served by total sweethearts with face tattoos. your worst-kept secret since 2001." Ed. Note: Somebody tell TMZ DC the "secret"!!! Today "From 11am-4pm for the First 250 Guests!" Yo. 25 is insane!! And great. The good word from Baked & Wired: "25 and we’re - [Fountain News: ACTUAL Progress at Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park - Dupont is back too, after being off, again, for a bit!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/fountain-news-actual-progress-at-meridian-hill-malcolm-x-park-dupont-decline-once-more/) - Thanks to Mara for sending above: "Water running at Malcolm x park!!!" And thanks to Mitchell for sending below: "Proof, if any is needed, that the replacement of the Meridian Fountains is indeed underway." And finally thanks to Aaron for sending from Dupont Circle: "Well, it was a good few days!" UPDATE: "But now it's - [DC Open House List for This Weekend: April 17, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-open-house-list-for-this-weekend-april-17-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. DC Open House List for This Weekend: April 17, 2026 Spring (while feeling like summer) is in full bloom across the District, and with 430+ open houses happening citywide this weekend, there's no better time to lace up your walking shoes and tour in person. Whether you're hunting - [DC Fresh Finds for April 15, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-fresh-finds-for-april-15-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. Featured Property of the Week: 3639 New Hampshire Ave NW "Prominently positioned on a corner lot in the heart of DC's Petworth community, this vacant two-unit rowhome with Certificate of Occupancy offers over 3100+ square feet of flexible living for the investor, house hacker, and everyone in between. - ["Urban Bee Swarm!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/urban-bee-swarm/) - Thanks to Brice for sending: "Just got off of the Metro @ Farragut North walking toward 18th St, discovered this sight on L St NW in front of the My Eye Dr. Even bees need periodic eye exams, I guess" Ed. Note: If you see a swarm please call or text the DC Beekeepers Alliance - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2117/) - photo by LaTur You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in - [In Other Miracles: "Fountain Back On!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/in-other-miracles-fountain-back-on/) - Thanks to Aaron for sending from Dupont Circle. Tom asks: "any wagers for how many hours, days the water will be flowing?" - [The Starbucks at the Westin Reopened!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/the-starbucks-at-the-westin-reopened/) - 9th and K Street, NW Thanks to C. for sending: "The Westin Starbucks is reopened after an interior updating." - ["Unido Launches New Restaurant & Tapas Bar Inside Union Market District"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/unido-restaurant-tapas-bar-union-market-district/) - photo by Rey Lopez From an email: "Unido, Washington, D.C.’s premier destination for 100% Panamanian-grown coffee, is expanding its footprint inside La Cosecha at Union Market District, taking over the elevated and largest anchor space, and will reopen as an all-day food and beverage destination next week. To celebrate the new location, Unido is hosting - ["Sashimi DC - located inside Rice Market on 14th Street"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/sashimi-dc-located-inside-rice-market-on-14th-street/) - 1608 14th Street, NW "Dear PoPville, I wanted to let you know about Sashimi DC - located inside Rice Market on 14th Street. The owner, Keita, gets fresh sushi-grade fish shipped from Japan every week. Salmon, tuna, scallop... you name it. He offers by far the best sashimi I had in the US (I can - [Friends of the White Whale Society Presents - Snowy and a cousin](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/friends-of-the-white-whale-society-presents-198/) - Thanks to Adam and John for sending "snowy" (above) from Manor Park. And thanks to Caitlin for sending below from Dupont Circle: Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to princeofpetworth@gmail.com If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or - [Signs of the Times - Mount Pleasant](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/signs-of-the-times-mount-pleasant/) - Spotted in Mount Pleasant: "This is not normal This is not okay And it doesn't have to be this way" - ["Are there other ideas for curbing the infestation without creating health (dog and human) problems?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/ideas-for-curbing-infestation-without-creating-health-problems/) - "Dear PoPville, Last week, several residents (in Adams Morgan) were woken up in the wee hours by a ferocious commotion: dog/owner rat patrol. You have likely read in the Washington Post about this group in Adams Morgan that goes out at night as a cadre and siccs their dogs on the local rats. As an - [Sweet City Ride - DODGE](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/sweet-city-ride-dodge/) - Oooh GOODNESS! What year is this DODGE? Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - [Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Black Rat Snake!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/today-in-hawks-around-town-black-rat-snake-2/) - Awesome. Thanks to Annie for sending over the weekend: "Not Hawks around town but definitely something out of the ordinary! Seen in Georgetown right outside of the C&O canal" If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted - [Last Christmas Tree in Town…](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/last-christmas-tree-in-town-17/) - Thanks to Lily for sending from Park View: "… enjoying a cold one on this perfect spring day." A good day for an Icehouse indeed! “After February 28, 2026, holiday trees and greenery should be placed at the normal point of collection for trash and recycling. Holiday trees and greenery will be collected as space - ["Has SkyNet been activated?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/has-skynet-been-activated/) - Thanks to JP for sending: "What is it? Spotted on K Street downtown. Just looked like a roving advertisement. Or has SkyNet been activated? Looks too small for one of those delivery robots. Could it really just be a rolling ad (video here)? - [Continuing Coverage of the G Street Skeleton cont. - Cherry Blossom Heat](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/continuing-coverage-of-the-g-street-skeleton-cont-cherry-blossom-heat/) - Thanks to G. for sending the latest from the G Street Skeleton. G Street Skeleton coverage is brought to you by the Friends of the White Whale Society and G., obviously. - [Today* in Corgis*** Around Town - Pug in a basket!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/today-in-corgis-around-town-pug-in-a-basket/) - Thanks to Harry for sending from Mount Vernon Triangle: "Corgis in backpacks. Or pugs in a basket..." ***This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT a corgi but the series started with corgis and I can be obstinate…send your finds to princeofpetworth@gmail.com - [But That Wasn't The Only Big Line - The Bagels Brought 'Em Out Too!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/but-that-wasnt-the-only-big-line-the-bagels-brought-em-out-too/) - Thanks to Noa for sending from the much anticipated PopUp Bagels: "Line all the way to Clyde’s" I did predict: If you think you’ve seen long lines before well this is bound to take us straight back to 2019. Goodness. Just a hunch… :) Anyone take a taste? - [Tenleytown Metro Canopy is Actually Happening!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/tenleytown-metro-canopy-dc-actually-happening/) - Albermarle and Wisconsin Ave, NW "Coming in fall 2026: We've got Tenleytown-AU covered! Phase 4 canopy installation is now underway at Tenleytown-AU Station. The new canopy will protect customers and escalators from weather conditions. Station entrances and elevators will remain open throughout construction." - [Happy 32nd Anniversary to Dupont Market!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/happy-32nd-anniversary-dc-dupont-market/) - 1807 18th Street, NW Happy Anniversary!! So - How good are these Hot Italian sandwiches? Check out the full menu here. "Casual market offering an array of gourmet sandwiches, deli fare, cheese and wine, plus breakfast bites." - [Kuro Listening Bar coming to former Mr. Braxton Bar & Kitchen space - signage up!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/kuro-listening-bar-coming-to-former-mr-braxton-bar-kitchen-space-signage-up/) - 3632 Georgia Ave, NW previously home to Mr. Braxton, Marrakech Moroccan Restaurant, Walters AND of course the BLUE BANANA Thanks to Jessie for sending: "The signs for Kuro listening bar went up yesterday. This is where Mr. Braxton Bar & Kitchen used to be. In Park View on Georgia Ave. next to Manny and Olga’s." - [KIYOMI by Masaaki "Uchi" Uchino Grand Opening Tomorrow!! (Tues.)](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/kiyomi-by-masaaki-uchi-uchino-dc-downtown-omakase/) - 1895 L Street, NW Omakase update: "We are delighted to announce that KIYOMI is reopening in its new home at the Taicoon building Taicoon Property Partners, 1895 L Street NW. Join us for our Grand Opening on Tuesday, April 14th, as we unveil an elevated dining experience in our new space. We look forward to - [JUST IN: Again, HOW exactly?!? AU Park Crash](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/just-in-again-driving-dangerously-au-park/) - Thanks to I. for sending: "This afternoon at 4:09pm on Windom Place, NW in the American University Park neighborhood." Well, it doesn't appear anyone was seriously injured so that's something but can we not... From DC Fire and EMS: "Crash with one vehicle atop another 4300 block 46th St NW with an occupant inside. Rescue - [Continuing Coverage of the Wendy’s Coming Back to Petworth – Cont.](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/continuing-coverage-of-the-wendys-coming-back-to-petworth-cont/) - 3900 Georgia Ave, NW Thanks to Terri for sending the latest from the Petworth Wendy's: "Wendy’s edges closer to opening, and its marquee to comprehensibility." 3900 Georgia Ave, NW STAY TUNED. - [Notes from your Neighbors - City Chickens edition](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/notes-from-your-neighbors-city-chickens-edition/) - Update from our favorite Chicken Vists @ The Gate. "Patty, Maxene and Laverne have gone to visit family for the summer. They will miss you!" Really hoping that this... yes, yes, may they have a wonderful summer holiday!! - [Was a Tesla Robotaxi spotted in DC?](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/was-a-tesla-robotaxi-spotted-in-dc/) - Thanks to JP for sending from Woodley Park (Texas License plates.) I'd actually never heard of this. If it was one, like Waymo, since it'll be driverless it must have been in testing mode. Anyone else see one of these? "Calling Your Robotaxi We’re bringing autonomous rides to you today—starting with Model Y. Autonomous Robotaxi - [Capitol Hill Came Out for Boulangerie Saint Georges Opening!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/capitol-hill-came-out-for-boulangerie-saint-georges-opening/) - Thanks to Bobbie Brinegar for sharing a couple of photos from Boulangerie Saint Georges' opening day: 303 7th Street, SE "Capitol Hill lines up for long awaited opening of Parisian bakery" Anyone stop for a taste? ICYMI: “Boulangerie Saint Georges is an authentic French bakery bringing traditional French baking techniques to Capitol Hill. The bakery’s - ["Red Bull Spin Off is bringing a one-of-a-kind spectacle to the nation’s capital this summer — a high-energy tandem bicycle challenge set on a water-based obstacle course at The Wharf."](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/red-bull-spin-off-dc-waterfront-wharf/) - From a press release: "Red Bull Spin Off is bringing a one-of-a-kind spectacle to the nation’s capital this summer — a high-energy tandem bicycle challenge set on a water-based obstacle course at The Wharf. Taking place on June 27, the event will kick off Fourth of July celebrations in DC as part of the nation’s - ["Support Jahari’s Recovery and Family Relief" Boy Hit by Dirt Bike Rider on 14th Street](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/support-jaharis-recovery-and-family-relief-boy-hit-by-dirt-bike-rider-on-14th-street/) - via GoFundMe Thanks to all who passed on the GoFundMe for Jahari: "My sweet 10-year-old grandson, Jahari, has faced two devastating events in just a week. In his own neighborhood, a teenager, known for robbing young kids in the area, held a gun to Jahari’s head and stole his personal scooter. His mother, a protective - ["Mabel Lee Mural Fundraiser"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/mabel-lee-mural-fundraiser/) - "Dear PoPville, Please see the flyer (above) for 1882 Foundation's Mabel Lee Mural fundraiser. Led by the 1882 Foundation to ensure that Chinese American history is recognized, preserved, and integrated into the American narrative, this mural will be located in a highly visible public space in Washington, DC’s Chinatown. Mabel Ping-Hua Lee, a suffragist, fought - [Peruvian Brothers Opening New Location Monday, April 20th!! Have a Look Inside](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/peruvian-brothers-opening-dc-location-north-capitol/) - 660 North Capitol Street, NW From a press release: "Peruvian Brothers, the Washington, D.C.-based fast-casual concept founded by brothers Giuseppe and Mario Lanzone, is set to open its third brick-and-mortar location at 660 North Capitol Street NW. The new restaurant, opening to the public on Monday, April 20, marks a significant milestone for the immigrant-founded - ["What's going in the space at 14th and RIA across from Shake Shack?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/whats-going-in-the-space-at-14th-and-ria-across-from-shake-shack/) - 14th and Rhode Island Ave, NW previously home to a 7 Eleven "Dear PoPville, Do you know what's finally going in the space on the southwest corner of 14th and Rhode Island Ave across the street from Shake Shack? There are permits on the door and the windows are covered in brown paper. The permit - [Did somebody say $2 Hot Dogs? YES Please!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/did-somebody-say-2-hot-dogs-yes-please/) - 1319 Connecticut Ave, NW (rear view from 18th Street patio) Thank you Madhatter: I'm also interested in the $20 Margarita pitchers. HOWEVER, I'm undecided if it's a good idea to consume both at the same time... "We opened our doors more than 40 yrs ago. Join us for great food and drink in a fun - [Salon Camila "Out of Business"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/salon-camila-out-of-business/) - 2309 Calvert Street, NW A sad sign of the times in Woodley Park: Stay tuned for updates when we learn what becomes of the space. Afghan Grill was located upstairs and that space remains vacant at the moment... "Salon Camila is your escape from stress! About Us Our friendly, experienced staff will give you the - [You've Heard of Happy Hour but check out the Treasure Hour at Takara 14!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/treasure-hour-dc-takara-14-restaurant/) - 1326 14th Street, NW Well this is magical: It's no secret that “Takara 14 is SO GOOD.” "Takara14 is a cozy two-floor Japanese restaurant nestled in the heart of D.C. Our mission is to make your dining experience exceptional by serving delicious, high-quality Japanese cuisine. Whether you're familiar with Japanese food or trying it for - [Maman Joon and Z Burger STILL Open in Columbia Heights!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/maman-joon-and-z-burger-still-open-dc-columbia-heights/) - 14th and Irving Street, NW I have been getting a few messages from folks worried about the Maman Joon/Z Burger combo in Columbia Heights (opened there in 2024.) I'm happy to say they were still open when I walked by on Saturday so fingers crossed! Concerns are understandable given abrupt Maman Joon closures in Tenleytown - [EXCLUSIVE: Franks Wild Years about one month away from opening!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/franks-wild-years-one-month-away-opening-dc-logan-circle/) - 1345 S Street, NW Last we checked on Franks Wild Years, from some of the Snappy’s folks (17th best dive bar in DC!!, coming to Logan Circle - it was coming "not really soon". HUGE UPDATED: It is now coming soon! And I'm told it should be in about a month. KNOCK WOOD, KNOCK WOOD. - [New Restaurant coming to the old Maize 64 space?](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/new-restaurant-coming-to-the-old-maize-64-space/) - 1324 14th Street, NW "Dear PoPville, Any skinny on what’s going on in the old Maiz 64 space? The permits say that the proposed use is as a restaurant." Anyone hear anything? STAY TUNED. The transformation of this building always blows me away: from our archives circa 2012 - [Thai and Time Again Still Open but For Sale in Woodley Park](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/thai-and-time-again-still-open-but-for-sale-in-woodley-park/) - 2311 Calvert Street, NW opened here in 2022 Sad news from Thai and Time Again: "This is our restaurant in Northwest Washington DC Calvert and Connecticut Street we are for sale and we are motivated" "At Thai and Time Again we offer meals of excellent quality and invite you to try our delicious food. The - [Heads UP: The Cherry Blossom 10 Miler is this Sunday! (5K is Saturday)](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/washington-dc-cherry-blossom-10-miler-race-road-closures/) - photo by Gary House "Cherry Blossom 10 MILE & 5K 5K: April 11, 2026 10M: April 12, 2026" Race Map: Road closures from MPD: "On Sunday, April 12, 2026, the Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Run will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be street closures that motorists - [Childhood Cafe Opens 2nd Location Today!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/childhood-cafe-opens-2nd-location-today/) - 1423 H Street, NW "Fresh pastries , house made syrups and coffee made with love daily 🥐☕️" Boom. Childhood Cafe's 2nd location is a go! "DC... the wait is over! Our second Childhood Cafe is HERE🤩 Grand Opening of our SECOND location 🎉 Pull up Monday, April 13 8am–3pm 📍1423 H St NW" - [Your DC Outdoor Movies List for 2026!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/your-dc-outdoor-movies-list-for-2026/) - photo by Ted Eytan Thanks to C. for again sharing her great spreadsheet of where to catch all the outdoor movie action this year: Movies in Milian (Mount Vernon Triangle) CiNoMatic (Alethia Tanner Park) The Drive-In (Union Market) FilmfestDC (one outdoor screening at the Wharf) Divas Outdoors (Hillwood) Movies on the Potomac (National Harbor) Rosslyn - [“America’s State Flowers: An America250 Celebration” opened at United States Botanic Garden!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/americas-state-flowers-an-america250-celebration-opened-at-united-states-botanic-garden/) - From the United States Botanic Garden: "Celebrate the botanical beauty of America as the United States Botanic Garden presents “America’s State Flowers: An America250 Celebration!” From April 10 through October 12, 2026, the Garden will showcase the official flowers for all U.S. states and territories. Find living examples of the flowering plants representing each state - ["Columbia Heights Epic Spring Cleaning Yard Sale" is Saturday!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/columbia-heights-epic-spring-cleaning-yard-sale-is-saturday/) - "Dear PoPville, It is spring cleaning time, and Columbia Heights is having a neighborhood-wide yard sale! More than three dozen houses will have things for sale .... you can find them all on this interactive map. It is taking place across the neighborhood on April 18 from 10am-2pm. More details below (and Columbia Heights neighbors - ["The NRP Group, MHCDO Break Ground on 109-Unit Mixed-Income Community in Washington, D.C."](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/the-nrp-group-mhcdo-break-ground-on-109-unit-mixed-income-community-in-washington-d-c/) - 4401-4435 Benning Road, NE From a press release: "The NRP Group, a vertically integrated, best-in-class developer, builder, and manager of multifamily housing, in partnership with Marshall Heights Community Development Organization (MHCDO) Inc., today announced the financial closing and groundbreaking of The Waymark, a 109-unit, mixed-income community in Washington, D.C.’s Ward 7. The new affordable housing - [HAPPENING NOW: Barbed Wire Going Up Around the Chinese Embassy. EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS.](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/barbed-wire-chinese-embassy/) - Van Ness and International Place, NW As my friend Emily says: "What do they know that we don't?!?!" More photos: Stay tuned. - ["Summer construction on Metro’s Red Line will close stations between North Bethesda and Friendship Heights"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/summer-construction-on-metros-red-line-will-close-stations-between-north-bethesda-and-friendship-heights/) - From WMATA: "This summer, from July 6 through Sept. 6, Metro will conduct major construction on the Red Line, and trains will not operate between North Bethesda and Friendship Heights. Free Local and Express shuttle buses will replace rail service to and from Grosvenor-Strathmore, Medical Center, and Bethesda. Metro is building a second mezzanine in - [Official Note from Costco Regarding Gas Pump Closure/Renovation at Dakota Crossing](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/official-note-from-costco-regarding-gas-pump-closure-renovation-at-dakota-crossing/) - Thanks to E. for sharing the note posted at the Costco gas pumps: "MEMO: GAS STATION CLOSED Effective April 20th, 2026 the gas will be closed for 60 days due to construction. Sorry for any inconvenience. The last day for gas purchases will be Sunday April 19th, 2026." - [DC Open House List for This Weekend: April 10, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-open-house-list-for-this-weekend-april-10-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. Spring is heating up in DC, and so is the real estate market, with 510+ open houses across the city this weekend, there’s something for everyone from first-time buyers to seasoned house hunters. Grab your coffee, map out your route, and get ready to explore. To see the - ["MPD is seeking the operator of a dirt bike that struck two children Saturday night and fled the scene."](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/mpd-dirt-bike-struck-two-children-fled-scene/) - "MPD is seeking the operator of a dirt bike that struck two children Saturday night and fled the scene. The operator was part of a larger group of illegal ATV and dirt bike riders." Full release from MPD: "The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying the operator of a dirt - [These are the very BEST* Dive Bars in Washington DC](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/very-best-dive-bars-washington-dc-definitive-list/) - *According to Dan Silverman, 29 year continuous citizen of the District of Columbia based on a VARIETY of reasons to include but not limited to hundreds of beers quaffed over the years, my whims and addled memories. But TRUST. 21. Chevy Chase Lounge (at the Parthenon 5512 Connecticut Ave, NW) - Have you been here? - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2116/) - photo by Victoria Pickering Heads Up: This week is DCPS spring break so I'll have a more limited schedule. Your daily rant/revels shan't be affected! Back in form by Monday April 20th - Cheers, Dan You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2115/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer Heads Up: This week is DCPS spring break so I'll have a more limited schedule. Your daily rant/revels shan't be affected! Back in form by Monday April 20th - Cheers, Dan You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2114/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer Heads Up: This week is DCPS spring break so I'll have a more limited schedule. Your daily rant/revels shan't be affected! Back in form by Monday April 20th - Cheers, Dan You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2112/) - photo by Adam Fagen Heads Up: This week is DCPS spring break so I'll have a more limited schedule. Your daily rant/revels shan't be affected! Back in form by Monday April 20th - Cheers, Dan You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2113/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer Heads Up: This week is DCPS spring break so I'll have a more limited schedule. Your daily rant/revels shan't be affected! Back in form by Monday April 20th - Cheers, Dan You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, - ["Mayor Bowser Presents FY27 Budget"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/mayor-bowser-presents-fy27-budget/) - photo by Fritz Myer From the Mayor's Office: "Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser presented her Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) Budget, Grow DC. The FY27 budget prioritizes enhanced funding for education and public safety, preserving core city services, protecting robust health care for DC residents, and growing the District’s economy. “For everything we love about our city—our - [Missed Connection - Wednesday, 4/8, Rye Bunny.](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/missed-connection-wednesday-4-8-rye-bunny/) - Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. "Dear PoPville, Missed connection: Wednesday, 4/8, Rye Bunny. You: wearing a hat and a retro windbreaker, with two friends (a couple?), sitting in the corner booth. Me: made eye contact with you as - [End of an Era: Devon & Blakely closes Pennsylvania Ave location after 15 years.](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/end-of-an-era-devon-blakely-dc-closing/) - 2200 Pennsylvania Ave, NW Thanks to n. for sending: "Devin & Blakely closed at 2200 Pennsylvania" The farewell note: "After 15 wonderful years, we will be closing this location. We are deeply grateful for your support and loyalty. We would love to continue serving you- please visit us at our other locations. We look forward - [What The... Captain Cookie Quietly Closed in Cleveland Park](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/captain-cookie-closed-dc-cleveland-park/) - 3411 Connecticut Ave, NW "Dear PoPville, I think captain cookie in Cleveland Park is shuttered?? No one’s been there during operating hours yday and signage is down inside." Bummer. There phone number has been disconnected and their website no longer lists the Cleveland Park location. Captain Cookie opened their Cleveland Park location in September, 2023. - [Did Somebody Say $1 Taco?!? Hell Yes - Check Out El Chucho's Progressive Taco Happy Hour!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/el-chucho-taco-happy-hour/) - 3313 11th Street, NW For those who have flexible work hours, this is pretty great from El Chucho: "Our new Progressive Taco HH: From 4 to 4:30pm Chicken Tinga, Al Pastor, Carnitas & Calabacita Tacos are $1. $2 from 4:30 to 5pm; $3 from 5 to 5:30pm; and $3.5 from 5:30 to 6pm. Mon-Fri; 3 - [HBCU - "Welcome to the YARD" - Union Station edition](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/hbcu-welcome-to-the-yard-union-station-edition/) - 50 Massachusetts Ave, NE Thanks to G. for sending some new retail, HBCU, coming to Union Station. The QR code goes to HBCU News: "HBCU News.com is a digital platform that allows the stories of the black community to shine through. We are an avenue to give a voice to HBCUs, our work, students, and - [Car B Que outside American Ice Last Night Near 9:30 Club - Quick Work by DC Fire and EMS per usual](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/car-b-que-dc-v-street/) - 923 V Street, NW Thanks to Max and JBA for sending the photos of DC Fire and EMS in action outside of American Ice around 9:30pm last night: - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2012/12/random-reader-rant-andor-revel-677/) - Photo by PoPville flickr user Caitlin H. Faw You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate - [Your Afternoon Animal Fix](https://www.popville.com/2012/04/your-afternoon-animal-fix-340/) - f you have any fun or interesting animal/pet photos please shoot me an email to princeofpetworth(at)gmail(dot)com with ‘Animal Fix’ in the title and say the name of your pet and what neighborhood you’re from or upload to the PoPville flickr pool with your pets name and neighborhood. If you’ve already entered your pet and would - [Mon. Afternoon Rental Option - Petworth](https://www.popville.com/2012/04/mon-afternoon-rental-option-petworth/) - This rental is located at 4218 3rd St, NW: View Larger Map The listing says: "Completely renovated 3 bed/3bath home with a long list of upgrades, including: Dual-zone HVAC; Gourmet kitchen w/ SS appliances and granite countertops; Master bedroom with views of National Cathedral and en suite master bath with double vanities, air jet tub; - [Dear PoPville - Check Out This New Mural](https://www.popville.com/2012/04/dear-popville-check-out-this-new-mural/) - Thanks to a reader for sending this mural from 19th St, NW near Biltmore. I think another reader sent this one in a couple of months ago but I had no idea how huge it was. I still don't understand it, but I dig it. - [From the Forum](https://www.popville.com/2012/04/from-the-forum-71/) - Photo by PoPville flickr user available_photons Do I correctly understand these parking rules? Where can I buy booze in bulk? Can anyone recommend a Spanish language tutor? You can find all the forum topics here and items for sale in the classifieds here. - [Photos from PoPville - Kites](https://www.popville.com/2012/04/photos-from-popville-kites/) - Photo by PoPville flickr user caroline.angelo Join the PoPville flickr pool here and follow PoPville on twitter here on facebook here and google+ here. Photo by PoPville flickr user logan.brown Photo by PoPville flickr user pablo.raw - [Win a Free ‘SUM’down Open Bar at Ping Pong Dim Sum for a Party of Four](https://www.popville.com/2012/04/win-a-free-‘sum’down-open-bar-at-ping-pong-dim-sum-for-a-pary-of-four/) - From a press release: Known for their modern twist to Chinese small-plate cuisine, Ping Pong Dim Sum in Chinatown and Dupont Circle is offering another reason to gather around the table with the launch of the ‘SUM’down Open Bar. An ideal after-work cocktail destination, customers can enjoy bottomless drinks every Tuesday from 7:00PM to 11:00PM - [Dear PoPville - Anyone Hear When Shaw's Tavern Will Get Their Liquor License?](https://www.popville.com/2012/04/dear-popville-anyone-hear-when-shaws-tavern-will-get-their-liquor-licence/) - Dear PoPville, Any news on Shaw's Tavern? They have an ABRA hearing poster that says their hearing was supposed to be on the 12th, but they sure aren't serving alcohol still, and nothing on ABRA's website that I could find. When I asked them, they said they are still "going back and forth." Hmm, last - [Eagle Restaurant and Sports Bar in Shaw Becomes Northern Restaurant](https://www.popville.com/2012/04/eagle-restaurant-and-sports-bar-in-shaw-becomes-northern-restaurant/) - 1414 9th St, NW It's becoming fun to see what the space at 1414 9th St, NW will be called. In Feb. it was the Eagle Restaurant and Sports bar and today it is the Northern Restaurant. It's actually quite comfortable inside and remains a Ethiopian and Eritrean restaurant with a bunch of tvs over - [Whoopie Pies out, American and International Tapas in at old ACKC Space in Logan Circle](https://www.popville.com/2012/04/whoopie-pies-out-american-and-international-tapas-in-at-old-ackc-space-in-logan-circle/) - Last week their were rumors a whoopie pie store would be moving into the old ACKC space at 1529 14th St, NW. Thanks to all who sent emails and tweets about the new liquor license that was posted for the Gordon Restaurant Group: "New Restaurant, serving American and International Tapas. Recorded background music will be - [Props to the Cops - Multiple Robbery Arrests](https://www.popville.com/2012/04/props-to-the-cops-multiple-robbery-arrests/) - Photo by PoPville flickr user KJinDC From MPD: Due to community concerns regarding robberies, the Metropolitan Police Department is releasing information on recent robbery arrests. Citywide there have been 351 arrests for robbery this year. Below are recent robbery arrests made within the last week. First District Saturday, March 10, 2012, at approximately 9:00 am, - [Urban Essentials Moving from U Street to Logan Circle in September](https://www.popville.com/2012/07/urban-essentials-moving-from-u-street-to-logan-circle-in-september/) - 1330 U Street, NW Just got word from Urban Essentials that in September they'll be moving from 1330 U St, NW, where they've been located for 12 years, to 1401 14th Street, NW in the former Reincarnations Furnishings space (14th and Rhode Island Ave, NW.) The president of Urban Essentials, David Schaefer, writes: "I am - [Reincarnations Furnishings Closing in Logan Circle](https://www.popville.com/2012/04/reincarnations-furnishings-closing-in-logan-circle/) - The following was written by PoP contributor Jessica Bonness. Jessica Bonness runs JGB Interiors and writes at Paint It What I Tell You. As I'm sure many in PoPville may have already discovered while out and about this weekend, Reincarnations Furnishings at 1401 14th Street, NW (at 14th Street and Rhode Island Avenue) is closing - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2012/04/random-reader-rant-andor-revel-477/) - Photo by PoPville flickr user brendan.o You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks. I’ll open this thread every morning at 10am. - [The Showtime Lounge Coming to Bloomingdale](https://www.popville.com/2012/04/the-showtime-lounge-coming-to-bloomingdale/) - On the heels of Grassroots Gourmet Bakery coming to 104 Rhode Island Ave, NW, comes word of another big score for Bloomingdale. A liquor license application has been posted across the street at 113 Rhode Island Ave, NW for The Showtime Lounge: "The Showtime Lounge will be an affordable and friendly neighborhood gathering spot with - ["Help Mother of 3 Support Family after husband taken by ICE"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/help-mother-of-3-support-family-after-husband-taken-by-ice/) - "Dear PoPville, I’m reaching out with a GoFundMe for a community member in need. The husband was detained by ICE in December and the mother and three children are now trying to self deport, but need help in the meantime. As a new mother myself, I cannot imagine the pain this family is experiencing." The - [Police "impounded a vehicle with 893 outstanding tickets, totaling over $260,000 in fines!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/police-impounded-dc-vehicle-893-tickets/) - Good. I thought we'd draw the line at, oh I don't know, 50 tickets? 100 tickets? 500 tickets? 750 tickets? 893 it is!! I mean I'll take it but woof. MPD reports: "Yesterday, MPD's Traffic Enforcement Unit and our partners at DPW impounded a vehicle with 893 outstanding tickets, totaling over $260,000 in fines! Repeated - [The Wait is almost Over - PopUp Bagels Opens First DC Location Friday Morning!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/popup-bagels-opens-washington-dc-location/) - 1078 Wisconsin Ave, NW previously home to Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls and a Paul Bakery before them. If you think you've seen long lines before well this is bound to take us straight back to 2019. Goodness. Just a hunch... The PopUp Bagels wait ends tomorrow morning (Friday) - 8am sharp! Bagel boom: "GEORGETOWN!! GRAND - ["Any Artemis II Splashdown Watch Parties?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/artemis-ii-splashdown-watch-parties-washington-dc/) - "Earthset captured through the Orion spacecraft window at 6:41 p.m. EDT, April 6, 2026, during the Artemis II crew’s flyby of the Moon." courtesy NASA "Dear PoPville, I was wondering if you or your followers might be able to figure out any bars or places showing the splashdown of Artemis II on Friday evening at - ["Bandit Running x Asics popup this weekend near Logan Circle"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/bandit-running-x-asics-popup-this-weekend-near-logan-circle/) - "Dear PoPville, Spotted the signage this morning in the window of the former Slipstream premises on 14th Street. Bandit Running is a running apparel brand based in New York, and that they will be dropping some limited edition cherry blossom themed gear in conjunction with the Cherry Blossom 10 miler. As well as the merch, - [Pura Vida Miami Signage Up in Logan Circle!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/pura-vida-miami-signage-up-in-logan-circle/) - 1443 P Street, NW previously home to Commissary "PURA VIDA MIAMI Health Food Restaurant ALL DAY CAFE ✨ Health is Happiness Better For You Gelato" Thanks to Shira sending the Pura Vida update from P Street. ICYMI: Check out their menus here. "OUR MISSION establish a standard of health & wellness in the community, by - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2111/) - 'we used to be a real city' photo from the PoPville archives You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place - [Sweet City Ride - GTO](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/sweet-city-ride-gto/) - GTO Goodness: Challenge accepted: Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - [You've Heard of Little Free Libraries - A Little Free Herb Garden Just Launched!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-little-free-herb-garden-noma/) - 1208 6th Street, NE at Florida Avenue, NE Love it! "Little Free Herb Garden The Little Free Herb Garden at 1208 6th St. NE is a community garden project designed by Burns Farm Federal to make herbs available for the people. we got some spearmint, sage, oregano, and dill into the garden boxes! Beautiful Spring, - ["Metro seeks customers to appear in upcoming public awareness campaign"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/metro-seeks-customers-public-awareness-campaign/) - photo by Fritz Myer From WMATA: "Calling all customers! Do you love riding Metro? You could be selected to be a part of the new Metro Wall of Fame public awareness campaign. Metro is seeking current customers ages 18 and older to share their stories about riding America’s Metro System across social media, digital platforms, - [Did somebody say weekday lunch burrito takeover?! Hell yes. Meet El Gabacho](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/el-gabacho-burrito-pop-up-dupont-circle/) - 2002 P Street, NW courtesy Amparo Fondita From an email: "Amparo Fondita, a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Dupont Circle, is ditching the traditional lunch format and rolling out a weekday lunch burrito takeover by its sister concept El Gabacho. The April pop-up also serves as a preview of El Gabacho, Irabién’s forthcoming fast-casual concept, - [Two Men Shot and Killed early this morning in Friendship Heights](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/two-men-shot-and-killed-dc-friendship-heights/) - via google maps MPD reported around 4am: "Alert: Shooting investigation in the 4400 block of Jenifer Street, NW. Preliminary: Two adult males were pronounced dead. A firearm was recovered and detectives believe there are no outstanding suspects. Anyone with information is urged to call 202-727-9099 or text 50411." Updates if/when more info is released. - [Meanwhile at the Hotel Harrington - WHAT THE...](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/meanwhile-at-the-hotel-harrington-what-the/) - 11th and E Street, NW "Dear PoPville, Beyond the fire department activity the other day, there was also this curiosity from a week or so ago. A few people were on the roof with this odd-looking device, walking around and possibly surveying? Also taking selfies, and office mates noticed that all the curtains were tied - [Down Goes Another Starbucks Downtown?](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/anyone-know-if-the-starbucks-in-the-westin-is-permanently-closed/) - 9th and K Street, NW "Dear PoPville, Any news on the Starbucks in the Westin closing? No longer on app." Google says "temporarily closed": Ed. Note: When I called the Westin, the phone went to voicemail. - ["CHEF ELIAS TADDESSE AND LOU BERNARD ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP TO REIMAGINE MÉLANGE'S BAR AND SERVICE PROGRAM"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/chef-elias-taddesse-and-lou-bernard-melange-bar-beverage-program/) - 2108 8th Street, NW From a press release: "Mélange, Chef Elias Taddesse's celebrated restaurant in Shaw, today announced a new partnership with Lou Bernard, Beverage Director of Michelin-starred Mita, to lead and reimagine the restaurant's bar and service program. The collaboration marks a bold new chapter for Mélange, uniting culinary identity with a dynamic, culture-forward - [Missed Connection - "Monday, walking north with my dog on 16th between R and S around 7pm"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/missed-connection-monday-walking-north-with-my-dog-on-16th/) - photo by Daniel Kelly Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville, Never thought I’d do this but here we go. On Monday, I was walking north with my dog on 16th between R and S around 7pm, right - [You think your condo's finances look fine. That's what worries us.](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/you-think-your-condos-finances-look-fine-thats-what-worries-us-one2/) - Right now, condo boards across DC are sitting on a fiscal problem they can't see yet — not because anyone did anything wrong, but because three separate pressures have been building quietly for years, and a softening economy is about to make them visible all at once. Reserve funds. Most DC condo associations are underfunded relative - [All Fired Up Staff are Fired Up about Unionizing!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/all-fired-up-staff-cleveland-park-dc-union/) - 3413 Connecticut Ave, NW "All Fired Up pottery shop workers 🎨 Organizing for fair pay and benefits ✨Solidarity forever ✨ We’re proud to announce the workers of All Fired Up DC are unionizing!! Here’s why we love working at your favorite pottery painting studio. Spoiler: it’s the people ❤️" "Dear PoPville, Inspired by Crumbs & - ["PSA Office of Tax and Revenue"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/psa-office-of-tax-and-revenue/) - "Dear PoPville, Public Service Announcement: On March 26 we mailed our $5,000.00 real property tax payment check to the venue assigned by OTR which is a PO Box in Philadelphia. On April 6th I saw the check was deposited into a personal bank account. Someone had altered the payable from DC Treasurer to a personal - ["Costco Gas Station Update" at Dakota Crossing](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/costco-gas-update-dc-dakota-crossing/) - photo from the PoPville archives "Dear PoPville, From “a different Frank” just spoke with them and they confirmed they’re closing for 2 1/2 months. They are also adding eight new pumps." ICYMI: "Costco gas station at Dakota Crossing (2438 Market Street, NE), will be closing around April 19th and not opening again till June as - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2110/) - photo by Elvert Barnes You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Mom’s Uyghur Lagman Opening Today in Shaw/Truxton Circle!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/moms-uyghur-lagman-open-dc-shaw-truxton-circle/) - 1700 New Jersey Avenue, NW at R Street. Previously home to BKK and briefly Maman Joon Thanks to Tyler for the update: "Mom’s Uyghur Cuisine Opening Today." ICYMI: “Expect authentic Uyghur Lagman…hand pulled noodles with savory stir fried meat and vegetables. All are warmly welcome! Get ready for Mom’s Uyghur Lagman! Asian Halal Cuisine.” Amy - [Puppies and Pilates Opens in Shaw/Logan Circle on April 11th](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/puppies-and-pilates-opens-in-shaw-logan-circle-on-april-11th/) - "The DC location address is: 1101 Rhode Island Ave, NW" From a press release: "Puppies and Pilates, a premium, instructor-led fitness concept that pairs a full Pilates workout with the uplifting presence of puppies, will officially launch on April 11, 2026 across select locations in Washington, DC, Arlington, VA, West Springfield, VA, and Annapolis, MD. - [DC Fresh Finds for April 8, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-fresh-finds-for-april-8-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. Featured Property of the Week: 1427 Parkwood Pl NW "Welcome to 1427 Parkwood Place NW — a beautifully finished Columbia Heights rowhouse tucked on a quiet, tree-lined street just steps from the happenings of the heart of the community. Fully remodeled in 2021 and spanning 2,100+ square feet, - [It's the little things - Stick Repository](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/its-the-little-things-stick-repository/) - Stick repository spotted in North Cleveland Park: "Please Take or Leave a Stick" Love it. - [Sweet City Ride](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/sweet-city-ride-1121/) - Thanks to Tom for sending this beauty. Anyone know the make/model/year? Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - [Liquor License Placard Posted at Transmission on H Street, NE to Massively Expand Occupancy](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/transmission-dc-h-street-ne-music-massively-expand/) - 1353 H Street, NE previously home to the Rock and Roll Hotel "TRANSMISSION is a 3-floor live music venue with multiple levels of sound, located in DC’s H Street Corridor at 1353 H St NE." The liquor license placard for Transmission says: "Request to expand the licensed premises, increasing the Total Occupancy Load of the - [Smoky CarbQue in Adams Morgan Last Night. Gunshots in Park View?](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/smoky-carbque-dc-admo-gunshots-park-view/) - Thanks to pizza for sending around 8:30pm last night: "car b que in admo" Unrelated but: "Did anyone report 3 loud bangs (possibly gunshots) near Irving street between Georgia and Sherman? Around 2:30am" last night. - ["The Neighborgoods is relocating to a WAREHOUSE from our Petworth DC Studio" Big Sale this weekend](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/the-neighborgoods-relocating-from-petworth-dc-studio/) - 4300 Georgia Ave, NW From the Neighborgoods: "We are excited to share that The Neighborgoods is relocating to a WAREHOUSE from our Petworth DC Studio. This always felt like something too big to actually become a reality. But here we are packing up the studio and getting ready to move to a warehouse equipped with - ["Guilty Verdicts for Woman Who Killed Three People in 2023 Rock Creek Parkway Crash"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/guilty-verdict-woman-killed-three-people-dc-rock-creek-parkway-crash/) - photo by Ted Eytan Thanks to Jessica for passing on from the U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Columbia: "Nakita Walker, 45, of Washington, D.C., was found guilty by a Superior Court jury today for the March 15, 2023, vehicular deaths of Mohamed Kamara, Jonathan Alberto Cabrera Mendez and Olvin Josue Torres Velasquez, on Rock Creek - [HAPPENING NOW: After 20 Years of Alero, A New Restaurant is Coming to the Prime Space on U Street!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/354-restaurant-asian-sushi-dc-u-street/) - 1301 U Street, NW Thanks to Chris for sending: "Looks like they’re putting up new signage at the former site of Alero, 1301 U St NW, which closed last summer. 13th and U Street, NW The signs are stacked, so it may be hard to read them from the photograph, but it looks like it - ["Fake cherry blossom decor hurting the bees"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/fake-cherry-blossom-decor-hurting-the-bees/) - "Dear PoPville, I've noticed a lot of fake cherry blossom and flower decor in restaurants all over the city and I was wondering if the community might be able to get the word out about how damaging this decor is to bees. Bees try to pollinate on the fake flowers, get disoriented and lost, and - [All Purpose Riverfront "already have plastic up in the windows" in Navy Yard - Early Scuttlebutt Starting to Trickle Out](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/all-purpose-riverfront-pizza-navy-yard/) - 79 Potomac Ave, SE Scuttlebutt: I'm hearing a new pizza options could be in the works... "Dear PoPville, Follow up to the AP Riverfront story - they already have plastic up in the windows presumably for the renovation of whoever is taking over the space. No permits posted yet though." ICYMI: "An update on All-Purpose - [Boulangerie Saint Georges "Brings Authentic French Baking to Capitol Hill" Grand Opening this Saturday!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/grand-opening-boulangerie-saint-georges-french-baking-dc-capitol-hill/) - 303 7th Street, SE From an email: "Boulangerie Saint Georges is an authentic French bakery bringing traditional French baking techniques to Capitol Hill. The bakery’s pastries and breads are crafted daily by a French pastry chef and a baker, with everything made in-house from viennoiserie and pastries to breads, sandwiches, and seasonal offerings. The space - ["Atlas Restaurant Group to open "The Ruxton" in former Charlie Palmer Steak location"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/atlas-restaurant-group-to-open-the-ruxton-in-former-charlie-palmer-steak-location/) - 101 Constitution Ave, NW From a press release: "Atlas Restaurant Group today announced the forthcoming addition of 101 Constitution Ave in Washington, DC to its acclaimed roster of properties across the country. Atlas, one of Inc. Magazine’s “Fastest Growing Companies in the Mid-Atlantic,” will transform the former Charlie Palmer Steak space into their acclaimed American - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2109/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Costco Gas Pumps will be closing soon for a couple months to replace the pumps at Dakota Crossing](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/costco-gas-pumps-will-be-closing-soon-for-a-couple-months-to-replace-the-pumps/) - photo by JosephLeonardo Thanks to Frank for letting us know: "went to get gas today at Costco gas station at Dakota Crossing (2438 Market Street, NE), found out it will be closing around April 19th and not opening again till June as they replace all the gas pumps." What are you guys paying for gas - [Bidwell Union Market "Closed for Mechanical Repairs" for over a month...](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/bidwell-union-market-closed-for-mechanical-repairs/) - 1309 5th Street, NE Thanks to Peter for sending: "Looks like Bidwell may be permanently closed. The “closed for mechanical repairs” has been posted for over a month and no sign of activity on my last 4 visits to union Market." Bidwell's last social media post was for Valentine's Day and calls don't go through - [D'Oh! Pho 54 Ordered Closed by DOH](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/pho-54-ordered-closed-dc-doh/) - 1197 20th Street, NW at M Street Thanks to Matt for sending who reports the sign at Pho 54 was still up as of this Monday: "it looks like Pho 54 on 20th and M in south DuPont was shut down for health code violations a few weeks ago." This space was previously home to - [Rhode Zaap Thai Coming Soon to Shaw](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/rhode-zaap-thai-coming-soon-dc-shaw/) - 1620 7th Street, NW Thanks to J. for sending the scoop on the new Thai restaurant coming to Shaw - Rhode Zaap Thai (just of Rhode Island up the block from Dacha and Laotian restaurant Baan Mae.) The space at 1620 7th Street, NW was previously home to Sham Shawarma and later a Guatemala Restaurant - [Ocula Boutique Grand Opening Today in Adams Morgan!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/ocula-boutique-open-dc-adams-morgan/) - 2206 18th Street, NW OCULA BOUTIQUE GRAND OPENING today: Next door to the magnificent Yerevan restaurant/cafe: - [Logan Circle Surrounded and Fully Fenced](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/logan-circle-surrounded-fully-fenced/) - And so concludes our coverage of Logan Circle being fenced off. Thanks to Ammie for sending the wild photo above. Stay tuned for a reopening date - ICYMI: Official Word on Logan Circle Park Closing Monday March 30 through June 15th “Logan Circle is currently undergoing a major restoration and beautification project as part of - [Warm Weather Begins Early Gingko Spray](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/warm-weather-begins-early-gingko-spray/) - Matt lamented this unpleasantness a couple of years ago. I'm all for preventing the "notoriously unpleasant odor". Think they'll have better luck this year? And on a related note, I'm getting some emails from readers saying that the pollen is insane - has the big rain last night improved that situation? Here's the press release - [Dear PoP - The Bike House Open Sat. and DC Blues Society Sat. Night](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/dear-pop-the-bike-house-open-sat-and-dc-blues-society-sat-night/) - "Dear PoP, Old bike ain't what she used to be? The Bike House is up and running for the season! The Bike House is a do-it-yourself bike repair coop that operates out of Qualia Coffee in Petworth. Now in their second season, these folks are ready to help you fix a flat, adjust those squeaky - [Fri. Afternoon Rental Option (Reader Request)](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/fri-afternoon-rental-option-reader-request/) - This apartment is located at 12th & Rhode Island Ave NW: View Larger Map The Craigslist ad says: "Logan Circle: 1 Bedroom 1 bath English basement apartment, recessed lighting, lots on natural light, W/W carpet, CAC, full sized W/ D, electric range and 19 cu. ft. refrigerator. High efficiency heat pump heating. Cable and DSL - [Dear PoP - Racoons, Tailors and Bus Emergencies](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/dear-pop-racoons-tailors-and-bus-emergencies/) - Photo by PoPville flickr user lmno.p "Dear PoP, I was wondering if anyone of your readers has some raccoon advice. Our building has a lot of open space and patios which receive nightly visits from a raccoon. While adorable, it has the habit of ruining plants and we are concerned about it harming our pets - [There's a new Dispensary on the Ave - Meet 'The Dispensary' - Now Open in the National Diving Center space, thus the dolphin...](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/washington-dc-meet-the-dispensary/) - 4932 Wisconsin Ave, NW "Washington DC's premier cannabis destination focused on quality, education, and exceptional service. Elevating wellness through premium cannabis experiences." This is the old National Diving Center scuba shop - I was wondering what was coming here: next to Matisse near the Pete's Apizza at the corner The Dispensary hours are listed as - [Photos From PoPville](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/photos-from-popville-263/) - I'm digging this shot by seligson of what I think is Rock Creek Park. And below's shot of a "b-girl hold" Wake Up The Giant put a big smile on my face. And finally antisocialtory reminds me that baseball is back. Can't wait to go to a game! - [Good Deal or Not? "Mahogany entrance door" Edition](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/good-deal-or-not-mahogany-entrance-door-edition/) - This condo is located at 3365 18th Street, NW: View Larger Map The flier says: "Absolute luxury! Mahogany entrance door, Brazilian cherry floors, granite counters, turreted master bedroom, three full spa baths with jetted tubs & vessel sinks. Enjoy cozy seating in the charming bay front nooks on 2 levels. Outdoor space on 2 decks. - [Dear PoP - A Good CSA](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/dear-pop-a-good-csa/) - Photo by PoPville flickr user K's Clicks "Dear PoP, I just joined a CSA, and i'd love it if we could share their info on POP...the clincher for me was that they has small size boxes...other places always do family size, which is just too much. They are new, organic, and will be making a - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/random-reader-rant-andor-revel-146/) - Photo by PoPville Flickr user a.w.miller You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. I’ll open this thread every Monday and Friday. So anything good happen to you this week? I'll start off thanking everyone for - [Future Petworth Farmers Market Moving Forward, Slowly.](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/future-petworth-farmers-market-moving-forward-slowly/) - I've been getting lots of emails from folks asking for an update. The Interim Coordinator Larry Chang has been kind enough to do so: "We had an initial setback when the non-profit we were expecting to sponsor the market declined so we're looking for another sponsor or will create our own non-profit if necessary. In - [GDoN Revisited by Hipchickindc](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/gdon-revisited-by-hipchickindc-47/) - In real life, hipchickindc is licensed as a real estate broker in the District of Columbia, and as a real estate salesperson in Maryland. Unless specifically noted, neither she nor the company that she is affiliated with represented any of the parties or were directly involved in the transaction reported below. Unless otherwise noted, the - [Friday Question of the Day - Will DC's Nightlife Suffer From Late Night Metro Service Cuts?](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/friday-question-of-the-day-will-dcs-nightlife-suffer-from-late-night-metro-service-cuts/) - Photo from PoPville Flickr user Jess J Thanks to a reader for sending in a link to this story from WAMU radio: "U Street, H Street, Adams Morgan," he (Bill Duggan from Madams Organ) says. "All these areas are driven by the hospitality industry. That's what gets the neighborhoods going and that's the economic piston - [Random Reader Photos - Happy and Sad](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/random-reader-photos-happy-and-sad/) - Thanks to PoPville flickr user Laura_Grageda for sending in this great photo taken by her friend Fred Lameck. Laura writes: "My friend Fred and I were driving down Wisconsin ave (towards Tenleytown) last Saturday when we see this wedding party. Of course we slow down and I reach around my seat, grab my dslr, hand - [Legal Questions Answered By Griffin & Murphy, LLP](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/legal-questions-answered-by-griffin-murphy-llp-13/) - Photo From PoPville flickr user sulaantares Griffin & Murphy, LLP, is a boutique law firm in Washington, D.C. concentrating its practice in real estate law (including development, finance, leasing, zoning and condominium conversions), as well as estate planning and probate, civil litigation, and business law. The attorneys of Griffin & Murphy, LLP are licensed to - [PoP T-shirts Continue to Travel the Globe - Argentina](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/pop-t-shirts-continue-to-travel-the-globe-21/) - I'm loving these pictures from Argentina because they show both the front and back of the classic year 2 PoP t-shirts. Year 3 shirts will be available at the Apr. 29th PoP happy hour at Social. - [Garden of the Day (Reader Submitted)](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/garden-of-the-day-reader-submitted-2/) - Looking at the before and after pictures are the best. If you have a garden you'd like to submit please email me directly. - [Ridiculously Awesome Album Cover of the Week](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/ridiculously-awesome-album-cover-of-the-week-54/) - I've been having a very stressful week (see IT problems). This album cover saved my life tonight... - [Door of the Day](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/door-of-the-day-328/) - Well the door itself isn't that great but it's quite unusual. I am digging the transom as well as the little security security grate. - [House of the Day](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/house-of-the-day-534/) - While this is a pretty unusual row house in and of itself I was, obviously, first drawn to it because of this sweet old sign. - [Judging Backs of Rowhouses (Reader Request)](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/judging-backs-of-rowhouses-reader-request/) - Thanks to a reader for sending in this one from 410 Florida Avenue NW. Any fans? Here's what it looks like in the front: - [Sherman Ave Streetscape Project will be held Tonight Thursday, April 8, from 6:30 to 8 PM](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/sherman-ave-streetscape-project-will-be-held-tonight-thursday-april-8-from-630-to-8-pm/) - "Dear PoP, I came across a new DC Department of Transportation website that has tons of great new information on the Sherman Avenue Streetscape project (which, for those who are unfamiliar with the project, will reduce the number of traffic lanes from four to two and add a tree-lined median, wider sidewalks, new landscaping and - [Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/thurs-afternoon-rental-option-7/) - Thanks to Nichole for sending this unique one from 12th St NE at Constitution: View Larger Map The Craigslist ad says: "This is essentially THE SMALLEST TINIEST DINKIEST MOST RIDICULOUS ABSURD MINI-DEMI-PSEUDO-SILLYHOUSE IN WASHINGTON. http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/04/17/AR2009041702113.htmlThis tiny but cool house on Capitol Hill is available May 1. It's a very small studio inside, but it's a - [FreeinDC: Fun Thurs – Sun Events!](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/freeindc-fun-thurs-–-sun-events-2/) - Photo from PoPville flickr user fromcaliw/love Hello PoP fans! It's Amy from Free in DC happy to be guest posting here for the third week. Hope you all have been enjoying this new feature. I'm psyched to share with you low cost and free things happening in DC each Thursday for this eve through the - [Photos From PoPville](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/photos-from-popville-262/) - The great shot above taken by dullshick is titled, "Old Naval Observatory, Memorial Bridge, New Institute of Peace Building". Sanjay Suchak caught a beautiful sky at the tidal basin, below. - [Good Deal or Not? Former Judging Homes Edition](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/good-deal-or-not-former-judging-homes-edition/) - This home is located at 1250 KEARNEY St, NE: View Larger Map The flier says: "Got modern?. move to Brookland, Washington DC Elegant modern house built in 2005 by architect-owner. Lots of natural light, loft-like open spaces, eco-friendly, solar heating, polished concrete floors and hardwoods. Best block in Brookland, close to Metro and stores, close - [Dear PoP - Old School Street Rails from 14th St, NW](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/dear-pop-old-school-street-rails-from-14th-st-nw/) - "Dear PoP, I was walking home today along 14th St. in Columbia Heights and noticed this pile of steel in the middle of the road where demolition of the street is taking place. It appears this is the old streetcar track from the line that used to run up 14th street during the first half - [Judging Restaurants - Zentan](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/judging-restaurants-zentan/) - Zentan is located at 1155 14th Street, NW. Their Web site says: "Famed Chef Susur Lee introduces DC diners to his inventive global Asian cuisine with ZENTAN, located in Donovan House – a Thompson Hotel. Chef Lee’s culinary creations include his imaginative standouts – the Singapore Slaw with salted plum dressing, Szechwan Style Half Duck - [The Dangers of Craigslist](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/the-dangers-of-craigslist/) - Photo by PoPville flickr user seligson2 "Dear PoP, I'm in the process of looking for a place to rent starting this summer, preferably a house with a yard for the dog. At any rate, I saw an ad on Craigslist yesterday - http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/apa/1678969338.html - that struck me as odd - $1,000 per month for a - [LOOK - Cherry Blossoms](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/look-cherry-blossoms-2/) - Memories to Treasure © 2010 Amber Lupin Photographer Amber Lupin's photo is called "Memories to Treasure". Join the LOOKDC photo pool. - [Dear PoP - DCRA says no new restaurants on 14th street & U street corridors!](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/dear-pop-dcra-says-no-new-restaurants-on-14th-street-u-street-corridors/) - A reader sent in a link from the Mid City Business Association. They report: URGENT: DCRA rules no New Building Permits or C of Os will be issued to eating and drinking establishments in MidCity. On April 5th, 2010 Matt LaGrant, DC's Zoning Administrator, issued a ruling that DCRA will no longer grant Building Permits - [Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn - Delayed Edition](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/good-deal-or-not-weekly-wed-house-porn-delayed-edition/) - This mansion is located at 1827 Phelps Place, NW: View Larger Map The flier says: "Kalorama's best buy. Oozes charm & elegance, w/ great light & fine arch. details. Renovated & updated tastefully. Cook's kitchen, 5BR/5.5 BA, private terrace off kitchen & roof deck w/ wet bar, juliette balconies on 3 lvls, entry level perfect - [Dear PoP - Wicked Car Accident Wed. Morning](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/dear-pop-wicked-car-accident-wed-morning/) - "Dear PoP, This accident occurred this morning at 14th and Arkansas NW. I was around the corner walking my dog, so I didn't see it happen, but I heard it. By the time I got there, the driver of the minivan was out and sitting on the sidewalk. About 5 min later, the cavalry arrived... - [Sweet Jesus, I Mean A Sweet Jesus](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/sweet-jesus-i-mean-a-sweet-jesus/) - I seriously don't mean to be disrespectful. I genuinely think this is an amazing sculpture. It's from: - [From the Files of You Can Find Anything For Free](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/from-the-files-of-you-can-find-anything-for-free-3/) - It's been a while since I've found a noteworthy item. While the slate tiles are pretty cool, I was more impressed with the free wheelbarrow... - [Heads Up outside Petworth Metro - "likely looking for an issue. Avoid if possible."](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/outside-petworth-metro-issue-avoid-if-possible/) - "Dear PoPville, Male (around 5’8, slight build) at outside Petworth Metro accosting people (including myself) wearing a red hoodie over his head, mirrored sunglasses, and a greenish jacket. Purposefully gets in people’s way and then claims it was others and stays in your face for minutes yelling and trying to get a reaction. Not usually - [Spotted in Adams Morgan this Morning](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/spotted-in-adams-morgan-this-morning/) - "Dear PoPville, A certain scammer spotted in Admo this morning 😭 I’ve been accosted multiple times by her. She’s really scary and unpredictable, wanted to let the community know to avoid at all costs" Death, Taxes, AND... - [Countdown to Crunch Closing - some Signs of the Times too](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/countdown-dc-crunch-closing/) - 5100 Wisconsin Ave, NW ICYMI: March 18, 2026 - “Popular Gym Closing.” March 20, 2026 - Rally to Save The Closing Crunch Fitness Alas, not looking good: "Crunch Fitness Chevy Chase Gym/Physical Fitness Center 🏋🏻‍♀️ Gym equipment 👯‍♀️ Group Classes 💪🏼 Personal Training 😎 GOOD VIBES" Signs still point to an April 15th closing date: - [Helluva Way to Start the Day and some Easter Christmas Trees spotted around Town](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/helluva-way-to-start-the-day-last-christmas-trees/) - Thanks to E. for sending Sunday: "Someone’s going to have a bad day when they find this (on Lanier in Adams Morgan)" And in happier Easter sightings: Thanks to Josh for sending above: "Two Xmas trees on Lanier Place." Thanks to Mary for sending above from Adams Morgan: "Complete with stand on Columbia Road." Thanks - [Rosselli opened in the former Modena space Downtown!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/rosselli-opened-italian-downtown/) - 1100 New York Avenue, NW (12th and H Street, NW) From a press release: "Ashok Bajaj of Knightsbridge Restaurant Group is pleased to announce the Monday, April 6, 2026, official opening of Rosselli, at 1100 New York Ave, NW, (entrance on 12th and H Streets), in the heart of downtown Washington. Bajaj tapped Martin Vahtra - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2108/) - photo by Elvert Barnes You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Sweet City Ride - Cherry Blossom Art edition](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/sweet-city-ride-cherry-blossom-art-edition/) - Thanks to Nora and Terry for sharing this sweet ride with art by Chris Pyrate: Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - [NEW Coffee Shop coming to Eckington on North Cap!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/new-coffee-shop-coming-dc-eckington/) - 1625 North Capitol Street, NE Thanks to P. for sending: "new signage up at the site of the old flea market near North Capitol and Quincy NE in Eckington." Sabon Delights OPENING SOON "Coffee & Fresh Authentic Bakery From the heart of tradition to your daily cup Crafted with care, Served with warmth." Stay tuned. - [Missed Connection - at Miró by Night](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/missed-connection-at-miro-by-night/) - Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email princeofpetworth@gmail.com so I can put you in touch with OP. "Dear PoPville, Missed connection… or just delayed by the stars? We were both at Miró by Night at the Phillips Collection Thursday night— I was standing against the wall by the entrance during - ["The End is Nigh" for the Safeway at Hechinger Mall](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/the-end-is-nigh-for-the-safeway-at-hechinger-mall/) - 1601 Maryland Ave, NE Holy moly not looking like the Safeway be open till May 16th... Thanks to Ken for sending: "Safeway. Hechinger Mall. 04/05/2026." ICYMI: March 19, 2026 - Safeway at Hechinger Mall Closing Update and Future Plans for the Site ICYMI: March 17, 2026 - “The Safeway at Hechinger Mall is expected to - [Tous Les Jours, a bakery & café, grand opening scheduled for April 16th!! Have a look inside the space coming to Union Market](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/tous-les-jours-a-bakery-cafe-grand-opening-union-market/) - 550 Morse Street, NE Last month we broke the news that TOUS les JOURS, “French Asian Bakery”, Coming to Union Market. Remember the old Subway (Little Tavern) House?!! From the Tous Les Jours UNION MARKET owners: "I wanted to share that we’ll be opening a new Tous Les Jours, a bakery & café, with our - [About the Big Police Responses in Adams Morgan and near the White House](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/about-the-big-police-responses-in-adams-morgan-and-near-the-white-house/) - Around 10:20pm in Adams Morgan a reader asked: "Does anyone know what’s going on in #AdMo at the Line Hotel? This is the scene outside my apt, helicopters circling above and cops lined along Champlain St NW." And a few subsequent responses: "Police had a shooting suspect holed up in the apartment building next to - [El Rey Navy Yard Now Cantina El Rey Navy Yard - Read All About It!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/catina-el-rey-navy-yard-open/) - 79 Potomac Ave, SE. photo by Mykl Wu From an email: "Cantina El Rey Navy Yard Reopens This Week with Tex-Mex, Bar Games, and “$7 at Seventh” Game-Day Specials Just in time for baseball season, the team behind El Rey U Street is unveiling a new direction on the SE waterfront. Formerly El Rey Navy - [Anyone noticing a foul smell from the Capitol reflecting pool?](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/anyone-noticing-a-foul-smell-from-the-capitol-reflecting-pool/) - "Dear PoPville, Why is the Capitol reflecting pond so smelly? Could NPS install a fountain or bubbler?" Does it get drained/cleaned like the Lincoln reflecting pool does every year? - [Bus Driver Crashed Into Ambar Balkan Cuisine after car driver, allegedly, ran a red light.](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/bush-driver-crashed-into-ambar-balkan-cuisine-after-car-driver-allegedly-ran-a-red-light/) - 7th and Q Street, NW "Dear PoPville, Tough morning in Shaw - Metro driver told me that a car ran a red light and collided with another and the driver swerved to avoid and ran into ambar. Driver is injured and at the hospital along with a passenger who went through a window… horrible. Thank - [HEADS UP: There will be a 15-minute fireworks display on the Anacostia River Tonight (Saturday.) Tell Your Friends. And Prepare Your Pets.](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/cherry-blossom-festival-fireworks/) - photo by Victoria Pickering The heads up from DC Fire and EMS: "Fireworks Notification Tonight, 4/4/26, at approximately 8:30 pm, there will be a 15-minute fireworks display on the Anacostia River in the vicinity of Navy Yard. This presentation is a part of the Cherry Bloss Festival Petalpalooza Celebration. Please do not be alarmed." Again, - [Well Speaking of Needing Cleaning, it's the "Return of Spring Services to Keep DC Clean"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/spring-services-to-keep-dc-clean/) - From the Mayor's Office: "On the first day of Earth Month, Mayor Muriel Bowser and District leaders highlighted the city’s spring cleaning and beautification services and invited community members to participate in the District’s 10th Annual Spring Cleanup events happening on Saturday, April 25—a yearly tradition where the community comes together to beautify neighborhoods. Residents - ["That didn’t last long!" Down Goes the Downtown BOSS](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-downtown-boss-closed-penn-quarter/) - 555 11th Street, NW "Dear PoPville, BOSS store downtown closed. That didn’t last long! Signage removed and the store is empty." BOSS opened in the former Express Edit space in Downtown/Penn Quarter (11th and F Street, NW) in 2025. Updates when we learn who takes over the space next. - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2107/) - photo by Diane Krauthamer You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [These are the very BEST* neighborhoods in Washington DC](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/very-best-neighborhoods-washington-dc/) - *According to Dan Silverman, 29 year continuous citizen of the District of Columbia (based on thousands of miles, literally, of walkabouts) for a VARIETY of reasons to include but not limited to, Architecture, Parks/Green space, Walkability, Restaurants/Bars/Retail and as is the lingo these days - overall vibe. Without further ado, fight: 15. Carver Langston/Kingman Park - [Desert 5 Spot DC’s Launching Brunch Soon and did they also say "a fully self-serve, build-it-yourself Bloody Mary Bar"? YES PLEASE](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/desert-5-spot-dc-brunch-bloody-mary-bar/) - Goodness. From an email: "Beginning Saturday, April 11th, Desert 5 Spot DC is debuting a brand new brunch service. The new menu leans into the bar’s signature Western spirit–equal parts laid-back and a little unruly–and arrives just in time for spring. The menu brings that energy to the table with brunch specials like Chicken & - [Sweet City Ride - Happy Home Opener!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/sweet-city-ride-happy-home-opener/) - Thanks to Eric for sending this beauty (not today but felt right for the home opener.) Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - ["Fruit stands?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/fruit-stands/) - "Dear PoPville, Do you know if there is a reason why there aren’t any fruit stands downtown near the mall and federal triangle? There are pop up farmers markets in the summer one day a week, which is great, but I often just want to buy an apple or some berries on my way into - ["Mayor Bowser Announces Legislation to Diversify the Medical Cannabis Market with Local Beverage Partnerships"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/mayor-bowser-announces-legislation-to-diversify-the-medical-cannabis-market-with-local-beverage-partnerships/) - From the Mayor's Office: "Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the introduction of the Medical Cannabis Beverage Product Amendment Act of 2026, a landmark bill designed to foster collaboration between DC’s medical cannabis and alcohol manufacturing industries. The legislation establishes a legal framework for local breweries and distilleries to partner with licensed medical cannabis manufacturers to produce cannabis-infused, alcohol-free - [Chain Link Fence Going Up Around Logan Circle](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/chain-link-fence-going-up-around-logan-circle/) - ICYMI: Official Word on Logan Circle Park Closing Monday March 30 through June 15th Thanks to all who've written us and sent the latest from Logan Circle: "Can still walk through the park for the time being..." "Guess they were serious about Logan Circle being closed, as a fence goes up around the perimeter." "For - [If a tree falls in a forest... Looks Like DC's Rumble Boxing Gym Closed a While Ago](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-rumble-boxing-gym-closed/) - 2001 M Street, NW Rumble opened here back in April 2019. "Dear PoPville, The inside of Rumble looks like it's stripped of loose stuff (shirts for sale gone) and there's a DC water collections sheet on the front door." From when they first opened: "Rumble‘s signature 45-minute, 10-round strength and conditioning class is based on - [Meanwhile in Columbia Heights](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/meanwhile-dc-columbia-heights-military/) - Thanks to A. for sending yesterday morning (Thursday) from Columbia Heights: "WTF." Still jarring to see on our city streets, no doubt about it. - [Maman Coming Soon Signage Posted on K Street in former Cosi space](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/maman-coming-soon-dc-k-street/) - 15th and K Street, NW Thanks to Noa for sending the downtown Maman coming soon signage. ICYMI: The Cosi closed here back in July 2022. You can see Maman's Foggy Bottom menu here. “about us on any given day of the week, maman welcomes sleepy new yorkers, local celebrities, moms-on-the-go, business partners, and friends into - [Door(s) of the Day](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/doors-of-the-day-2/) - Sadly, PoP has been experiencing some technical difficulties this week. Most of the issues have been cleared up but I'll be upgrading to a new server this weekend to further improve the capability. All that is a preface to say because yesterday was a cluster flock you get two doors of the day today. Hurrah! - [House of the Day](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/house-of-the-day-532/) - I love this one, and I'm betting it's gotta be near 200 years old. - [Photo Archives Caption Contest](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/photo-archives-caption-contest-47/) - Just a little spring cleaning going on here but I thought it might make for some good captions. Your captions in the comments and winner picked Friday. You can pick up your t-shirts at the PoP happy hour Apr. 29th at Social. - [Don't Mind the Gap](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/dont-mind-the-gap/) - I've been enjoying our looks at streets that have an aberration in the regular strip of row houses. I found this block curious because it is one of the few I've seen that had a gap not caused by an alley. Do you suppose it happened because someone measured wrong? It's from 11th street just - [Dear PoP - What are these Signs](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/dear-pop-what-are-these-signs/) - A few people have inquired about the Gatsby ain't Great signs seen in Columbia Heights. I'm gonna assume they are a band? Does anyone know? Similarly in the comments section someone asked if anyone knew what the Trial of a Lifetime poster found on 14th St, NW (across from St. Ex) means. Anyone know for - [Sweet Weather Vane](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/sweet-weather-vane/) - I've seen some wild weather vanes in walks around town but this might be my new favorite. It's certainly one of the most unusual I've ever seen. - [Garden of the Day plus bonus reader submitted one](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/garden-of-the-day-plus-bonus-reader-submitted-one/) - Due to yesterday's tech problems I'm gonna show two gardens today. Above is from a reader who took it on S Street, NW just east of 18th. And below are some great flowers I took from Monroe Street, NW just east of 16th. Ed. Note: Let me take this opportunity to thank my IT guy - [Door of the Day](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/door-of-the-day-327/) - Awesome looking door to the vestibule. Very unusual shape. - [Houses of the Day](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/house-of-the-day-531/) - Here's a couple of great examples of second floor bay windows. They're from Capitol Hill. - [Rollin Cycles Opens up in new location & New Tattoo Parlor in Adams Morgan](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/rollin-cycles-opens-up-in-new-location-new-tattoo-parlor-in-adams-morgan/) - The popular bike shop Rollin Cycles has opened up in their new digs at 1314 14th Street, NW. And the space between the Reef and Bukom Cafe on 18th Street has become a tattoo parlor. - [Dear PoP - Planned Power Outage for U Street, NW?](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/dear-pop-planned-power-outage-for-u-street-nw/) - Photo by PoPville flickr user UrsulaAntares "Dear PoP, Have you heard anything about this? I'd hope that Pepco would give a bit more notice than this. Excerpt: We have literally just received notification from our property manager that Pepco is going to turn off the power in the area from 11:45 p.m. tonight until 8:00 - [Judging Buildings - Rosemount Center](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/judging-buildings-rosemount-center/) - The Rosemount Center is located at 2000 Rosemount Ave, NW in Mt. Pleasant. You can read about the school/organization here. But for this post I'm really just admiring the building. I know I'm not crazy because a lady came out of her house when I was staring at the building and said to me, "it - [11th and Monroe Park Final Design](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/11th-and-monroe-park-final-design-2/) - From an email: "On Wednesday, March 31, DPR held a third community planning meeting to discuss improvements to the 11th and Monroe Street Park (aka Columbia Heights Park). The nearly final concept is posted on DPR’s website. We hope to make a presentation at an upcoming ANC 1A meeting. Please send comments to me directly - [Tues. Afternoon Rental Option](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/tues-afternoon-rental-option-5/) - This apartment is located at 1438 Meridian Place, NW: View Larger Map The Craigslist ad says: "• Hardwood Flooring Throughout Unit • Contemporary, Open Floor Plan • Professionally Cleaned, Ready to Move-In • Custom, Elfa-Style, Mahogany Closets • Walls Pre-Mounted for Flat Screen TVs in Both Bedrooms • Central AC/Heating • Huge Private & Secured - [Photos From PoPville](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/photos-from-popville-261/) - I'm listening to birds chirp at the moment so the photo above from UrsulaAntares was really speaking to me. And I've been having major tech. problems with the site so the photo below from cyrusrassool cheered me up a bit. - [Good Deal or Not? "Modern Renov 3 level main home" Edition](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/good-deal-or-not-modern-renov-3-level-main-home-edition/) - This home is located at 1418 Rhode Island Ave, NW: View Larger Map The flier says: "Modern Renov 3 level main home + Legal Studio Apt rents for $950/mo, Month - Month Lease. Dramatic 2 story living room w/ wall of windows & wood burning fireplace open to Updated Kit. 2 BR, 2BA & Skylight - [Friday is the Nats Home Opener - HEADS UP - There will be a flyover with FOUR F-16C Fighting Falcons.](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/washington-nationals-home-opener-fly-over/) - photo by Eric P. People are gonna ask, what the hell was that? Now you can tell 'em. Tell 'em PoPville told you. And go Nats!! Ed. Note: Unrelated but "The U.S. Military will conduct an Aircraft Flyover in the NCR over Arlington National Cemetery, on Friday, April 3, at approximately 3:05PM. From the Nationals: - ["Anyone else regularly lose cell service on the green line?"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-regularly-lose-cell-service-wmata-metro-green-line/) - photo by Bill Herndon "Dear PoPville, Does anyone else regularly lose cell service on the green line northbound around Mt Vernon Sq? Used to happen in the northbound tunnel between U St and Columbia Heights every time but that stopped a while ago. Takes a few stops to come back. Frustrating!" You are definitely not - [Mayor Bowser: "We're launching a new pilot program to fight rats in DC."](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-pilot-program-fight-rats/) - Mayor Bowser writes yesterday: "NEWS: We're launching a new pilot program to fight rats in DC. This spring, we're combining baiting, tracking powder, & an innovative fertility suppressant to target the rodent population. Let's work together to keep the population down by securing trash & keeping alleys clear." I've said it before and I'll say - [Um, What the Helen of Troy is Happening outside the Naval Observatory/VP's House?!?](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/massive-fence-naval-observatory/) - "Dear PoPville, This is the Naval observatory." Thanks to J. for sending on Tuesday: "Large wooden poles going up at rear entrance of vice president’s place. Anyone know what’s going on?" - [Friends of the White Whale Society Presents](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/friends-of-the-white-whale-society-presents-197/) - Thanks to Alexandra for capturing our friend in Dupont Circle. Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to princeofpetworth@gmail.com If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in - [In Healthier Fast Casual News - Juice is Dead, Long Live Juice and Smoothies and More!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/south-block-coming-tenleytown-robeks/) - 4523 Wisconsin Ave, NW Thanks to Sarah for sending the latest: "there’s a South Block going into the old Robeks spot in Tenleytown." ICYMI, August 2025: After 20 Years in Tenleytown – Robeks “fruit smoothies and healthy eats” has closed. January 13, 2026 New “Juice Bar Restaurant” coming to the old Robeks space!! For those - [EXCLUSIVE and Continuing Coverage of the Wendy's Coming Back to Petworth - NEW MENU GOING UP!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/petworth-wendys-reopening-update/) - 3900 Georgia Ave, NW This is not a drill. It is so happening! Finally...? Thanks to Sarah for sending the menu installation at Wendy's (above) yesterday. And thanks to Chloe for sending the update below: Georgia Ave and Randolph Street, NW "Exciting news! The Petworth Wendy’s is one step closer to opening. The fence around - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2106/) - photo by Victoria Pickering You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life - [Signs of the Times](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/signs-of-the-times-70/) - "WE ARE GOOD AND PRETTI THEY ARE BAD AND UGLI WE WILL WIIN" Thanks to Terry for sending from Mount Pleasant. - [Tia Pepa, “Food From Spain”, Closes Brick and Mortar Downtown](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/tia-pepa-food-from-spain-closes-brick-and-mortar/) - 801 18th Street, NW "Dear Tía Pepa community, With mixed emotions, we want to share that our physical store has permanently closed its doors. We truly wished we could have continued serving you at our location, but unfortunately, it was no longer possible. However, this isn’t a final goodbye! We want to continue bringing the - ["Habibis, some changes are in store for YELLOW Georgetown!"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/habibis-some-changes-are-in-store-for-yellow-georgetown/) - 1524 Wisconsin Avenue, NW From YELLOW: "Starting Tuesday, April 14, we'll be moving to an all-day counter service model at YELLOW Georgetown. Tuesday through Saturday, we'll be open straight through from 8AM to 8PM for an uninterrupted day of all your favorite hand-crafted pastries, mezze + pita sandwiches, and coffee with no more mid-day closure. - [I’m not saying it’s always a Maryland License Plate But... Vol. 946](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/but-it-almost-always-is-a-maryland-license-plate/) - I’m just saying it’s almost always a Maryland license plate… Thanks to J. for sending: "No, this isn’t the new “Woodland Camo” version of the Subaru Outback - just a disembodied grill/bumper/plate in a Rock Creek Park ravine 30 feet below 16th St. NW (at Aspen). Not sure if it was literally from this past - [BREAKING: All Purpose Riverfront is Permanently Closed in Navy Yard](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/all-purpose-riverfront-permanently-closed-dc-navy-yard/) - 79 Potomac Ave, SE ICYMI: Last week, All Purpose Riverfront Still Closed in Navy Yard. Reopening Soon? UPDATE: A rep from All Purpose writes me, "It’s been a great eight years at that space, but All Purpose Hospitality Group has decided to focus efforts on the original All-Purpose location in Shaw and AP Pizza Shop - [Sweet City Ride](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/sweet-city-ride-1120/) - Thanks to Kate for sending this beautiful Cadillac Coupe de Ville. Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society! - [New Trump Statue Sprouts on the Mall](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/new-trump-statue-sprouts-on-the-mall/) - Thanks to G. for sending: "New anti trump statue down near Hirshhorn" I couldn't get the QR code to work - does anyone happen to have the link to what the plaque says? - [Logan Circle Hostile Hostel Drama Finally Concludes!?!](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/logan-circle-hostel-drama-finally-concludes/) - 15th and Q Street, NW Thanks to S. for sending the update: "Looks like a conclusion to the Hostel drama. Work is happening inside." ICYMI: Well, there were lot of signs (allegations etc.) Hopefully this means a detente has been reached!! - [Sup with Salvimex? Definitely Closed.](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/salvimex-definitely-closed-dc-columbia-heights/) - 1424 Park Road, NW Ed. Note: Salvimex only opened here in March 2025. "Dear PoPville, Wondering if you might be able to crowdsource a solution to the mystery of this establishment on Park Road NW. It's clearly been closed for months and looks abandoned, yet Yelp still says it is "open." It's disappointing because Mi - [Mayor Bowser: "deeply disappointed by the Council's decision to allow the juvenile curfew zones to expire."](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/mayor-bowser-dc-disappointed-council-decision-allow-juvenile-curfew-zones-expire/) - Mayor Bowser writes last night: "I am deeply disappointed by the Council's decision to allow the juvenile curfew zones to expire. We all want our young people to be able to socialize in age-appropriate ways and in environments that are safe for themselves, for their peers, and for the entire community. But as adults, we - [LAST* Snowcrete Mound Still Standing - April 1st!! (NO JOKE)](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/last-snowcrete-mound-still-standing-april-1st-no-joke/) - Another 80+ degree day and this beast is still standing!! Amazing: Thanks to C. for sending: "We may have forgotten about it but it’s still here. This snowcrete is from this morning at Carter Baron." Anyone spot other snowcrete mounds still standing elsewhere around town? - [DC Fresh Finds for April 1st, 2026](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/dc-fresh-finds-for-april-1st-2026-rea1/) - This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties. Featured Property of the Week: 3951 Massachusetts Ave NW "This stately Tudor residence is a rare blend of classic architecture, enduring elegance, plus thoughtful modern updates. Set back gracefully on Mass Ave just below Macomb, the home commands attention while offering exceptional privacy. Spanning four finished levels, the - [GRECO Opens in Union Market Tomorrow (Thurs.) "$1 pitas on opening day for the first 100 guests."](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/greco-opens-dc-union-market/) - 1285 4th Street, NE Giddy up. From an email: "Greco Truly Greek eatery is psyched to share that their second D.C. location will open on Thursday, April 2, in the Union Market District at 1285 4th Street NE, Unit B. The newest Greco fast casual eatery in the Union Market District occupies a welcoming, bright - [Mom n Pop Antiques: "The Big Sale will continue til mid April"](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/mom-n-pop-antiques-big-sale-dc-building-sold/) - 3534 Georgia Ave, NW ICYMI: The building home to Mom n Pop Antiques has been listed for sale since October 2024. STAY TUNED. "Dear PoPville, Word is the building home to Mom n Pop’s Antiques has sold. They had a big sale over the weekend. My understanding is the building sold." Mom n Pop antiques - [Random Reader Rant and/or Revel](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/random-reader-rant-and-or-revel-2105/) - photo by GordonCV You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in - [SUNdeVICH Final Farewell in Shaw with a Last Christmas Tree in Town](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/sundevich-final-farewell-shaw/) - 1314 9th Street, NW rear Sundevich opened up here in Shaw back in 2011. Thanks to Kristin for sending this super sad sight yesterday: "Last Christmas tree on the last day of Sundevich Shaw 😞" “After February 28, 2026, holiday trees and greenery should be placed at the normal point of collection for trash and - [For Posterity - The Final DC Streetcar Sailed into the Sunset](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/for-posterity-the-final-dc-streetcar-sailed-into-the-sunset/) - Thanks to James for sending "a pic of the last streetcar in service at the last stop (running westbound)." We wrote the streetcar obituary yesterday but still wanted to post this for posterity. Flashback to January 3, 2015 - Streetcar T Bones Car on H Street: 6th and H Street, NE There was a time... - [Warning Today is April 1st. Reminder: We Don't Do April Fools Posts. Whatever Bonkers Things We Post Today is For Real.](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/april-no-fools-here/) - photo by LaTur I will, however, conclude many posts with 'and that's no joke', thanks for understanding. In the meantime please enjoy this very beautiful and very real photo of cherry blossoms in peak bloom: photo by Everett Chu Incredible. - [Multiple Gunshots Fired in Columbia Heights Last Night - No Reported Injuries](https://www.popville.com/2026/04/shooting-dc-columbia-heights-multiple-shots-fired/) - via google maps Joey first sent word around 11pm last night (Tuesday): "About 15-30 shots fired in Columbia Heights, sounds like around 14th St. between Harvard and Columbia. At least one vehicle seemingly drove away with a flat tire. Not sure if they were involved." Others responded: "I’m at 14th and Girard and the street - [Signs of Spring Cont. Farmers Markets Reopening!!](https://www.popville.com/2026/03/signs-of-spring-cont-farmers-markets-reopening/) - photo by Rex Block Good news from FRESHFARM: "🎉 MAIN SEASON IS HERE! Mark your calendars for a flurry of April market openings and longer operating hours for some of our year-round markets. 🎊 APRIL MARKETING OPENINGS🎊 📍 Anacostia Community Museum 🗓 Opening April 18 Saturdays,10 am to 2 pm 📍 By White House 🗓 - [Judging Restaurants - Mio](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/judging-restaurants-mio/) - Mio is located at 1110 Vermont Avenue, NW. Their Web site says: "Since opening in 2007, a number of great chefs drove Mio towards avant garde, four-star dining, leading to our maturation as a showcase for refined Urban Latin American cuisine. Signature dishes such as Bacalaito Coated Shrimp Salad or Oxtail Mofongo represent our open - [Scuttlebutt: Fro-Yo Coming to Columbia Heights Plaza](https://www.popville.com/2010/04/scuttlebutt-fro-yo-coming-to-columbia-heights-plaza/) - About a week ago we learned that Rita's Custard and Italian Ice was closing in the Columbia Heights Plaza and possibly opening up across the street. 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But when an investor fund threatens the neighborhood’s beloved pizzeria, the men are stumped—that - [Community Social and Nonprofit Fundraiser Supporting DC-Based Small Businesses](https://www.popville.com/announcements/community-social-and-nonprofit-fundraiser-supporting-dc-based-small-businesses-1265/) - This Tuesday at Lost Generation Brewery from 6:30-8:30 PM, Consult Your Community is throwing a party to celebrate the 150+ small businesses we've helped over the last decade right here in the DMV. This is a fundraiser to keep our services free for small businesses. Over 2,000 small businesses across the country have gotten a - [Rest and Reset this Summer with Cherry Blossom Healing Arts](https://www.popville.com/announcements/rest-and-reset-this-summer-with-cherry-blossom-healing-arts-1262/) - Summer in Washington DC is beautiful — and relentless. The heat, the pace, the packed schedules that somehow get busier instead of slower, the humidity that settles into your body like a second layer of fatigue. Stress doesn't take a summer vacation, and most of us spend the warmest months of the year running on - [Free Pride in STEM Festival in Adams Morgan](https://www.popville.com/announcements/free-pride-in-stem-festival-in-adams-morgan-1261/) - Join us for the Pride in STEM Festival—a joyful celebration of identity, curiosity, and creativity! Hosted by Because Science, a woman-owned science gift shop and event space in Adams Morgan, this vibrant, all-ages event features hands-on experiments, collaborative art, and DIY projects you can take home! 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Now it’s close to 400 activities.](https://www.popville.com/announcements/i-tested-a-dc-friendship-idea-with-25-guys-now-its-close-to-400-activities-1242/) - I got 25 guys in a bar to test a simple idea about making friends in DC. A year later, Choros has several hundred members and close to 400 activities. A lot of guys in DC are not friendless. They just don’t really have a crew anymore. That was the idea behind Choros: make it - ["Cultural Excellence brings the Dupont Artisan Market is coming back for a 19th season!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/cultural-excellence-brings-the-dupont-artisan-market-is-coming-back-for-a-19th-season-1237/) - What an incredible start to the Dupont Artisan Market, located at 1913 Massachusetts Avenue, on the corner of Connecticut Avenue, just steps away from the Dupont Circle Q Street Metro. Our first four shows attracted over 27,000 shoppers! For the past 19 years, we have been dedicated to our cultural vision: to create a platform - [Hear the Capitol Hill Chorale Sing "Lamentations Into Joy"](https://www.popville.com/announcements/hear-the-capitol-hill-chorale-sing-lamentations-into-joy-1234/) - Join the Capitol Hill Chorale for our final concert of the season, "Lamentations Into Joy" on Saturday, May 30th, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 31st, at 4 p.m. at Capitol Hill Presbyterian Church. This concert contains matched pairs of pieces from seven composers, contrasting expressions of sadness and joy. It also features the premiere - ["Cultural Excellence brings the Dupont Artisan Market is coming back for a 19th season!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/cultural-excellence-brings-the-dupont-artisan-market-is-coming-back-for-a-19th-season-1230/) - The Dupont Artisan Market 1913 Massachusetts Ave N.W. (Corner of Connecticut Ave.) Just steps from the Dupont Q St. Metro, across from Dupont Circle Park! The first three Dupont Artisan shows set record attendance, with the May 2nd Embassy event attracting around 15,000 attendees alone! Our primary mission is to elevate the cultural standards for - [The Most Parisian Evening in Washington D.C. at the French Embassy 🇫🇷](https://www.popville.com/announcements/the-most-parisian-evening-in-washington-dc-at-the-french-embassy-1221/) - 🗼 The Most Parisian Evening in Washington D.C. You're invited to one of the most exclusive evenings Washington D.C. has ever seen, a night where the Embassy of France transforms into the heart of Paris. Midnight in Paris blends French elegance, world-class gastronomy, and unforgettable energy, without leaving D.C. Not just an event. An experience - [Support DC teens and school literacy on May 7](https://www.popville.com/announcements/support-dc-teens-and-school-literacy-on-may-7-1217/) - Reach recognizes that literacy is the foundation of lifelong learning. On May 7, 2026, we're holding our annual Read to Rise event to celebrate the achievements of our teen tutors. By supporting Read to Rise, you're directly supporting the Class of 2026 - 22 Reach seniors stepping into bright futures. Your ticket or support helps - [Pamper Yourself at Luxie Spa in Capitol Hill](https://www.popville.com/announcements/pamper-yourself-at-luxie-spa-in-capitol-hill-1216/) - In a city where everyone seems to be moving at a hundred miles an hour, finding a moment of calm can feel like a luxury. At Luxie Spa, tucked into the heart of Capitol Hill, that luxury is intentional. Luxie Spa has become one of D.C.’s most talked-about destinations for those who want more than - [Top 5 and Climbing: Local Child Needs Votes to Reach #1 in Jr. Ranger Contest Group Phase](https://www.popville.com/announcements/top-5-and-climbing-local-child-needs-votes-to-reach-1-in-jr-ranger-contest-group-phase-1212/) - Local rising kindergartener, Phin, has advanced to the Top 5 in his group in the national Jr. Ranger Contest, a competition that celebrates children who are passionate about nature, wildlife, and exploration. After making it through earlier rounds with strong family and friend support, Phin is now in 4th place and working toward the top - [DC Gets East Coast's Largest Cannabis Lounge](https://www.popville.com/announcements/dc-gets-east-coasts-largest-cannabis-lounge-1214/) - Higher Ground Cannabis Dispensary is excited to announce its Grand Opening! Higher Ground opened 4/18, bringing the East Coast's largest cannabis consumption lounge to DC. With retail, consumption, and soon-to-be cultivation all onsite Higher Ground bring's a truly unique plant experience to the Nation's Capital. Placing an emphasis on quality, education, and hospitality the space - [Astro Jump Now Offers Trackless Train Rentals in Washington, DC, Northern Virginia & Maryland](https://www.popville.com/announcements/astro-jump-now-offers-trackless-train-rentals-in-washington-dc-northern-virginia-maryland-1210/) - Astro Jump of Metro DC now offers trackless train rentals for events across Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland. The trackless train is available for school events, festivals, corporate events, and private parties, and can operate on parking lots, roads, and other paved surfaces. The train includes four passenger cars that comfortably fit both children - ["Cultural Excellence brings the Dupont Artisan Market is coming back for a 19th season!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/cultural-excellence-brings-the-dupont-artisan-market-is-coming-back-for-a-19th-season-1201/) - It was an electrifying start to ArtRave's 19th season, with a record-breaking attendance of 11,000 people! A huge thanks goes out to our supporters who came out in droves. We also extend our gratitude to the incredibly talented artisans across various artistic disciplines. Finally, a special shout-out to our dedicated staff for curating such a - [Free Electronics Recycling April 25](https://www.popville.com/announcements/free-electronics-recycling-april-25-1199/) - Electronics Recycling & Take-it-Apart Day! Join us for a special day of free* electronics recycling and hands-on exploration! What to Expect: Free Electronics Recycling We’re offering free recycling for all electronics during this event except TVs (normal policies apply). What we accept is listed on our website. Take-It-Apart Station Curious how electronics work? Stick around - [Why is it so hard to actually have a solid group of guy friends?](https://www.popville.com/announcements/why-is-it-so-hard-to-actually-have-a-solid-group-of-guy-friends-1192/) - At some point a lot of guys realize they don’t really have a friend group anymore. Not in a dramatic way. Friends move away, people get busy, and actually seeing the same guys regularly almost never happens. And most guys aren’t great at fixing that. You don’t just text another guy “hey want to be - [Standing in the Spirit of Paul Robeson](https://www.popville.com/announcements/standing-in-the-spirit-of-paul-robeson-1193/) - April 25, 2026, 2 pm, located at the intersection of Kansas Avenue NW, Georgia Avenue NW, and Varnum St NW in Petworth 5th Annual Paul Robeson Commemoration Keynote Speaker: Tanya Golazh-Boza, "As a writer, speaker, and teacher, she tells stories of people and of systems to help colleagues, students, readers, and listeners understand how racism - [Arlington-Based ICA Language Services Marks 40 Years Supporting US Military and Diplomatic Community](https://www.popville.com/announcements/arlington-based-ica-language-services-marks-40-years-supporting-us-military-and-diplomatic-community-1191/) - ICA Language Services (ICA), a family-owned, woman-led small business based in Arlington, is celebrating its 40th anniversary, marking decades of supporting the U.S. military and diplomatic community through language training and testing. Founded in April 1986 as Inlingua Foreign Language Center, a 6-classroom language school, ICA expanded under the leadership of Deidre Doyle, an entrepreneur - ["Cultural Excellence brings the Dupont Artisan Market is coming back for a 19th season!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/cultural-excellence-brings-the-dupont-artisan-market-is-coming-back-for-a-19th-season-1181/) - The Dupont Artisan Market is excited to kick off its 19th season on April 11th, operating from 11 AM to 5 PM. The market will be held every other Saturday at our Dupont Circle location (1913 Massachusetts Ave, at the corner of Connecticut Ave, near the Q St. Metro station). In addition to our regular - [DCNC Ward 1 Councilmember Debate](https://www.popville.com/announcements/dcnc-ward-1-councilmember-debate-1179/) - Ward 1 Councilmember Debate Join the DC Nightlife Council (DCNC) for a community-driven debate featuring the candidates for the Ward 1 City Council seat. As Ward 1 continues to evolve, the decisions made at the Wilson Building over the next four years will shape the future of our neighborhoods, our local economy, and our quality - [Local Realtor & TV Host Named 3× National Real Estate Newsmaker](https://www.popville.com/announcements/local-realtor-tv-host-named-3-national-real-estate-newsmaker-1172/) - Marie Claire Ntam, a Montgomery County-based real estate advisor and host on The American Dream TV – Selling DMV, has been named a 2026 Real Estate Newsmaker – Crusader by RISMedia, marking her third consecutive year receiving this national recognition. The award honors professionals making a meaningful impact through leadership, innovation, and service. Ntam was - [Free Spring Science Festival in Adams Morgan](https://www.popville.com/announcements/free-spring-science-festival-in-adams-morgan-1165/) - Celebrate spring with hands-on science, art, and creativity at the Spring Science Festival, March 28–29 at Because Science’s Craft Lab in Adams Morgan. This free, drop-in event features quick, engaging activities for all ages. Make cherry blossom art, create with real electronic components, experiment with color-changing “pH painting,” make your own magnet, and even take - [Rare Chance to Hear D.C. Choir with Saxophone Quartet This Weekend](https://www.popville.com/announcements/rare-chance-to-hear-dc-choir-with-saxophone-quartet-this-weekend-1164/) - The Capitol Hill Chorale is proud to share Zoltan Kodály's masterpiece “Psalmus Hungaricus” in collaboration with the Washington Saxophone Quartet. Kodály wrote the piece against the devastating backdrop of post-World War I Hungary, weaving traditional Hungarian musical motifs with the biblical story of King David. The result is an impassioned plea for justice. The 100-voice - [Masterclass Series Sat March 21 at 1:45pm](https://www.popville.com/announcements/masterclass-series-sat-march-21-at-145pm-1160/) - The Washington Opera Society Masterclass Series is a five-part educational initiative designed to nurture emerging opera talent through direct mentorship with internationally respected artists, educators, and leaders in the field. This series reflects the Society’s commitment to artistic excellence, education, and professional development while expanding community engagement and donor participation. In the Fall of 2026, - [See New Animated Film THE LAST WHALE SINGER on March 21st](https://www.popville.com/announcements/see-new-animated-film-the-last-whale-singer-on-march-21st-1156/) - Screening as part of the DC Environmental Film Festival (dceff.org) Saturday, March 21, 1pm at the Miracle Theatre - Tickets $5 with the code MPEFF50. This unforgettable animated adventure takes you to the depths of the sea to follow teenage whale, Vincent, and his underwater friends on a quest to save their home reef. Uplifting, - [March 19-28: DC Environmental Film Festival](https://www.popville.com/announcements/march-19-28-dc-environmental-film-festival-1155/) - Tickets are on sale now for the 34th Annual DC Environmental Film Festival. March 19-28, our programs will return to venues across the DMV Area, including museums, foreign embassies, universities, and other cultural institutions. With the theme Against the Current, this year’s lineup of over 60 films will be a ten-day showcase for the bold - [Art Exhibition Opening - Sunday March 8th](https://www.popville.com/announcements/art-exhibition-opening-sunday-march-8th-1150/) - Embers Dispensary is pleased to present Open Season, a new art exhibition by artist Del Chapo. Drawing inspiration from early grindhouse and exploitation cinema. Del Chapo’s paintings carry the evidence of their own making: drips, scratches, overpainting, and revisions remain visible. These marks are not afterthoughts they function as a record of looking, thinking, and - [Introducing Our Newest Counselor](https://www.popville.com/announcements/introducing-our-newest-counselor-1147/) - We’re pleased to welcome Julia Batalla, MA, LGPC to our practice. Julia is known for her calm, steady presence and her ability to listen closely and thoughtfully—qualities that help clients feel comfortable slowing down and reflecting on what matters most. Julia works with adults and older teens who want to better understand themselves. Her work - [Renovation Planning Workshop: Vet Contractors & Plan Smart](https://www.popville.com/announcements/renovation-planning-workshop-vet-contractors-plan-smart-1143/) - Thinking about renovating but unsure where to begin? HardHat Diplomat’s Renovation Planning Workshop is a one-day session designed to help homeowners understand how to approach remodeling before contracts are signed and demolition begins. 📍 Washington, DC 🗓 Saturday, March 28 Led by board-certified home inspector and renovation coach Erin Helland, the workshop focuses on how - [The Ascareium: A Sketch Comedy Horror Show](https://www.popville.com/announcements/the-ascareium-a-sketch-comedy-horror-show-1135/) - Fans of "Tales from the Crypt" and "Garth Marenghi's Darkplace" will love The Ascareium, coming to the DC Arts Center on Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 8 p.m. This bone-chilling horror drama comedy show brings you into a haunted aquarium, where a brilliant but troubled detective must stop the carnage before it's too late. Prepare to - [Current Boutique End-of-Season Sale: Up to 50% Off Feb 14-16](https://www.popville.com/announcements/current-boutique-end-of-season-sale-up-to-50-off-feb-14-16-1127/) - Current Boutique is hosting its biggest sale of the season February 14-16 at all four DMV locations, with savings up to 50% off. Here's the deal: 20% off everything in store and 50% off all coats, jackets, outerwear, and boots. We're talking Reformation, Free People, Madewell, Theory, and more—all authenticated, pre-loved designer pieces at consignment - [You Deserve to Feel Better](https://www.popville.com/announcements/you-deserve-to-feel-better-1118/) - Cherry Blossom Healing Arts is Washington DC’s best acupuncture and herbal medicine clinic. Located in Woodley Park, DC, we practice integrative medicine and take a personalized approach to your healthcare needs. We have helped thousands of busy Washingtonians improve their health and quality of life through treatment in our clinic. Our experienced acupuncturists have solutions - [Piano & More Students Bring Winter Recital to Local Senior Homes](https://www.popville.com/announcements/piano-more-students-bring-winter-recital-to-local-senior-homes-1116/) - Students from Piano & More recently brought their Winter Recital directly into senior living communities across Arlington, McLean, Falls Church, and Washington, DC, offering residents a live music experience performed by young local musicians. Instead of hosting the recital in a traditional concert venue, the nonprofit music studio chose to perform inside senior homes, creating - [The Secret Trio feat. Ara Dinkjian](https://www.popville.com/announcements/the-secret-trio-feat-ara-dinkjian-1114/) - THE SECRET TRIO is made up of three astounding musicians, Ara Dinkjian (oud, a fretless lute), Ismail Lumanovski (clarinet) and Tamer Pınarbaşı (kanun, a 76-string zither), who came together to create a new type of chamber music, combining the elements of sound, texture and rhythm with new and interesting approaches to their instruments. They perform - [Is Estate Planning on Your To-Do List? Join Our Free Estate Planning for Parents Webinar](https://www.popville.com/announcements/is-estate-planning-on-your-to-do-list-join-our-free-estate-planning-for-parents-webinar-1102/) - A new year is the perfect time to tackle the things we have been meaning to do, especially when it comes to protecting our families. If getting your estate plan in order has been on your to-do list, now is the moment to start. We are hosting a free webinar on Thursday, January 22, 2026 - [La Galette des Rois 2026: When January Is Still a Celebration 👑🇫🇷](https://www.popville.com/announcements/la-galette-des-rois-2026-when-january-is-still-a-celebration-1100/) - In the United States, the holiday season ends after New Year’s Eve. In France, January is when the celebration continues ✨ La Galette des Rois is one of France’s most cherished traditions, with more than seven hundred years of history. Throughout January, families, friends, and colleagues gather repeatedly to share this ritual that blends gastronomy, - [Parents Rave About School's 2-Hour Play Policy's Effect on Test Scores](https://www.popville.com/announcements/parents-rave-about-schools-2-hour-play-policys-effect-on-test-scores-1094/) - "I love that The Village School preserves childhood through play," says Avani Cheriathandum, a parent of two students at the school. "In an area so focused on achievement, it's refreshing to find a school that recognizes the unique and critical role of play in a child's development." At The Village School, we believe that play - [Vienna Home Circle is now live across the DC Metro Area](https://www.popville.com/announcements/vienna-home-circle-is-now-live-across-the-dc-metro-area-1085/) - Need a home service around your house? There’s something new in town. Introducing Vienna Home Circle — now live across the DMV. Vienna Home Circle is a marketplace for home-based services, built in Vienna by a local family and designed to make hiring local help easier, safer, and more efficient. The platform is built around - [WCP Launches New Brand and Website Built Around Clarity, Trust, and Investor Success McLean, VA](https://www.popville.com/announcements/wcp-launches-new-brand-and-website-built-around-clarity-trust-and-investor-success-mclean-va-1080/) - WCP has launched a full brand and website redesign that reflects who they are today: a modern, relationship-driven lender committed to helping real estate investors succeed with honest guidance, flexible solutions, and support that goes far beyond funding. The redesign marks an important shift as the company continues to expand beyond the Washington, DC region - [NickelBronx’s “Where Brands Get Their Edge” Recognized as One of Spotify’s Top Shows of 2025](https://www.popville.com/announcements/nickelbronxs-where-brands-get-their-edge-recognized-as-one-of-spotifys-top-shows-of-2025-1077/) - NickelBronx, a full-service brand and creative agency based in Tysons Corner, VA, announced today that its podcast, Where Brands Get Their Edge, earned multiple top distinctions in Spotify’s 2025 Wrapped for Creators. The show ranked in the top tier across three major performance categories, underscoring its growing impact within the branding and marketing community. According - [12/17: Holiday Classics & A Salute to Our Armed Forces](https://www.popville.com/announcements/1217-holiday-classics-a-salute-to-our-armed-forces-1074/) - Step into the warmth and elegance of the season with An Enchanted Holiday Tribute, presented at the prestigious National Press Club. This exceptional evening blends the stirring artistry of The Washington Tattoo and the refined voices of the Washington Opera Society into a spectacular, sophisticated celebration. Far from your everyday holiday concert, the performance will - [Festive Fridays at Laurel Leaf – Takoma Park’s Plant, Used Book, and Vintage Decor Shop!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/festive-fridays-at-laurel-leaf-takoma-parks-plant-used-book-and-vintage-decor-shop-1073/) - Laurel Leaf, Takoma Park’s new plant, book, and vintage shop, is excited to launch our first event series – Festive Fridays in December! 12/9 -- Blind Date Bar: Visit between 11 am and 7 pm to make your own “Blind Date with a Book.” These are beautifully wrapped books with a short intriguing description on - [A Quick Chat With Rescue Media: Video Production Tips for 2026 (What You Need to Know)](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-quick-chat-with-rescue-media-video-production-tips-for-2026-what-you-need-to-know-1072/) - Rescue Media — a video production company serving Washington, D.C. & Northern Virginia — says many businesses are already planning their 2026 content. We checked in with the team for a few simple tips they’re sharing with clients heading into the new year. PoPville: What should people keep in mind for 2026? Rescue Media: Lock - [Never Stop Ideating: a comedy and storytelling event](https://www.popville.com/announcements/never-stop-ideating-a-comedy-and-storytelling-event-1067/) - Join us at the Beacon Hotel for the best/strangest work conference you've ever been to. We've got everything you need: live comedy and storytelling in corporate breakout rooms! A juggler! A full hotel bar! Lanyards! Featuring an extra large lineup of: TARUNIKA ANAND CHRISTIAN DAVIS JACOB D'EUSTACHIO J.R. DENSON LILAH DRAFTS-JOHNSON JERRY L. GRIMES + - [12/17: Holiday Classics & A Salute to Our Armed Forces](https://www.popville.com/announcements/1217-holiday-classics-a-salute-to-our-armed-forces-1065/) - Step into the warmth and elegance of the season with An Enchanted Holiday Tribute, presented at the prestigious National Press Club. This exceptional evening blends the stirring artistry of The Washington Tattoo and the refined voices of the Washington Opera Society into a spectacular, sophisticated celebration. Far from your everyday holiday concert, the performance will - [The Gaithersburg Artist Collective's holiday show runs til January 4th, 2026 at Artists on Market](https://www.popville.com/announcements/the-gaithersburg-artist-collectives-holiday-show-runs-til-january-4th-2026-at-artists-on-market-1063/) - The Gaithersburg Artist Collective's ever-popular, and much anticipated holiday show, "Treasures of the Season", runs until January 4th, 2026 at our gallery, Artists on Market. We know you love to find rare, handmade items by local artists, and we have the perfect items for you, and those whom you want to shop for, so that - [LIE LOW Enters Closing Weekend with Helen Hayes Award Rec & 50% Off Tickets](https://www.popville.com/announcements/lie-low-enters-closing-weekend-with-helen-hayes-award-rec-50-off-tickets-1057/) - Looking for an unforgettable theatre experience? It’s your final chance to see LIE LOW, the critically acclaimed dark comedy — which just received a Helen Hayes Award Recommendation — produced by contemporary Irish arts organization Solas Nua. After a home invasion, Faye hasn’t slept in twenty days. She’s fine, though! She really is! Living off - [Special cultural Artisan fair Sat Nov 22nd Followed by The Dupont Xmas Extravaganzaby](https://www.popville.com/announcements/special-cultural-artisan-fair-sat-nov-22nd-followed-by-the-dupont-xmas-extravaganzaby-1055/) - ✨ Tis Saturday, Nov. 22ndiscover the Magic of Dupont Artisan Fair, 1913 Massachusetts Ave, corner of Connecticut Ave, just feet away from the Dupont Q Street metro and the Dupont Circle park that features Saturday's jazz music— Now in celebrating our 18th Season! ✨ Step into one of D.C.’s most celebrated artisan experiences! The Dupont - [Lala Tamar LIVE](https://www.popville.com/announcements/lala-tamar-live-1054/) - Lala Tamar is what happens when Moroccan soul and Brazilian beats meet on the dance floor. A singer, dancer, and gimbri player, LALA (“lady” in darija) brings North African music a fresh, feminine alchemy—ancient songs infused with the spell of gnawa trance, her grandmother’s music resurrected from the Atlas Mountains. Internationally acclaimed, she is known - [12/17: Holiday Classics & A Salute to Our Armed Forces](https://www.popville.com/announcements/1217-holiday-classics-a-salute-to-our-armed-forces-1053/) - Step into the warmth and elegance of the season with An Enchanted Holiday Tribute, presented at the prestigious National Press Club. This exceptional evening blends the stirring artistry of The Washington Tattoo and the refined voices of the Washington Opera Society into a spectacular, sophisticated celebration. Far from your everyday holiday concert, the performance will - [Wild Flowers: Rock's Iconic Women](https://www.popville.com/announcements/wild-flowers-rocks-iconic-women-1051/) - Wild Flowers: Rock’s Iconic Women December 5–21, 2025 Studio 1469 — 1469R Harvard St NW REAR, Washington, DC heidiphelps.art Step into a vibrant tribute to the women who shaped rock music’s past, present, and future. Wild Flowers: Rock’s Iconic Women is a new solo exhibition by Washington, DC–based artist Heidi Phelps, celebrating legendary musicians through - [Missed the Pay-What-You-Can Tickets for LIE LOW? Snag $25 Seats Before They’re Gone!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/missed-the-pay-what-you-can-tickets-for-lie-low-snag-25-seats-before-theyre-gone-1048/) - The craic continues! After our Pay What You Can tickets to this 65 minute play set in Northern Ireland sold out, we’re releasing a limited batch of $25 tickets. Faye hasn’t slept in twenty days. She’s fine, though! She really is! After a home invasion, she is living off Rice Krispies and adrenaline and enlists - [Ring In The Holiday Season With Tara Hoot!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/ring-in-the-holiday-season-with-tara-hoot-1042/) - You saw me 'crash' the Kennedy Center with my friends, now let me crash your holiday season--in a GORGEOUS way! It's A HOOT for the Holidays with DC drag 'legend', Tara Hoot! Songs, stories, sing-a-longs, and more to help make your Yuletide gay, darlings! The world is what? Terrible! So let me help you forget - [A Taste of Opera Sunday Nov 16](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-taste-of-opera-sunday-nov-16-1044/) - Join us for a truly unforgettable evening of music and meaningful connection. In an elegant and intimate setting, experience a captivating performance by exquisite singers. Savor a taste of France – avec les vins et Coq au Vin – in a charming cabaret-style setting. Enjoy the chance to see old friends and make new ones. - [DC Deserves Better Animal Care and Control Services](https://www.popville.com/announcements/dc-deserves-better-animal-care-and-control-services-1039/) - Since BVSPCA started to provide animal control services in January, DC no longer has 24/7 animal control to help residents and animals in need. Residents in crisis repeatedly report unanswered emergency calls, ignored voicemails, and outright refusal to pick up stray or injured animals. This lack of responsiveness is putting animals and people at risk - [A Night Out You Can Afford: Irish Theatre & 2 Beers for $20 | Nov 6-23](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-night-out-you-can-afford-irish-theatre-2-beers-for-20-nov-6-23-1037/) - Feeling cooped up — or dare we say, lying low — and tight on cash during the government shutdown? Solas Nua has you covered. We’re all about presenting world-class Irish art in DC at accessible prices. That’s why we've included Pay What You Can opportunities to see LIE LOW, a dark comedy by Ciara Elizabeth - [Special cultural Artisan fair Sat Oct 11th-11 to 5 pm](https://www.popville.com/announcements/special-cultural-artisan-fair-sat-oct-11th-11-to-5-pm-1036/) - The end of another fantastic season is just around the corner! Our last show was a testament to our resilience; despite the government shutdown that affected hundreds of thousands of workers, ArtRave, with its 18-year history, still produced a memorable event last Saturday. In fact, it was so well-attended that we had to extend our - [The Annual Beaujolais & Beyond Celebration](https://www.popville.com/announcements/the-annual-beaujolais-beyond-celebration-1035/) - Step into a night that breaks the routine: an evening where wine becomes celebration and the moment becomes memory. Discover the story of Beaujolais Nouveau, the young, fresh, fruit-forward wine released each year to honor the harvest, transformed into a global sensation thanks to Georges Duboeuf. It may not be the most complex wine, but - [12/17: Holiday Classics & A Salute to Our Armed Forces](https://www.popville.com/announcements/1217-holiday-classics-a-salute-to-our-armed-forces-1033/) - Step into the warmth and elegance of the season with An Enchanted Holiday Tribute, presented at the prestigious National Press Club. This exceptional evening blends the stirring artistry of The Washington Tattoo and the refined voices of the Washington Opera Society into a spectacular, sophisticated celebration. Far from your everyday holiday concert, the performance will - [A Taste of Opera - November 16](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-taste-of-opera-november-16-1032/) - Join us Sunday, November 16th, 6-9:30pm, for a truly unforgettable evening of music and meaningful connection. In an elegant and intimate setting, experience a captivating performance by exquisite singers. Savor a taste of France – avec les vins et Coq au Vin – in a charming cabaret-style setting. Enjoy the chance to see old friends - [Jilly’s Pilates opens in DuPont Circle on 11/15](https://www.popville.com/announcements/jillys-pilates-opens-in-dupont-circle-on-1115-1031/) - Jilly’s Pilates is a modern reformer Pilates studio opening in DuPont Circle on November 15. Owned by local DuPont resident Jilly Burnie, Jilly’s Pilates is a low-impact, reformer-based workout that is inspired by classical Pilates but designed for today. We are located at 1710 Connecticut Ave. NW #300. We help people build strength that lasts - [Request for Proposals (RFP): Y Summer Camp and Y Programming Sites 2025](https://www.popville.com/announcements/request-for-proposals-rfp-y-summer-camp-and-y-programming-sites-2025-1027/) - Overview The YMCA seeks proposals from organizations to provide facilities for our Licensed Summer Camp Programs. Camp Timeline and Requirements: • Camp Dates: Approximately June 8th - September 1st, 2026. • Camp Schedule: Monday to Friday, typically 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Site Requirements: Physical Amenities o Outdoor Spaces: Open fields, shaded areas o Indoor - [Holiday Classics & A Salute to Our Armed Forces](https://www.popville.com/announcements/holiday-classics-a-salute-to-our-armed-forces-1026/) - Step into the warmth and elegance of the season with An Enchanted Holiday Tribute, presented at the prestigious National Press Club. This exceptional evening blends the stirring artistry of The Washington Tattoo and the refined voices of the Washington Opera Society into a spectacular, sophisticated celebration. Far from your everyday holiday concert, the performance will - [A Taste of Opera - 11/16 from 6 - 9:30 pm](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-taste-of-opera-1116-from-6-930-pm-1025/) - Join us Sunday, November 16th, 6-9:30pm, for a truly unforgettable evening of music and meaningful connection. In an elegant and intimate setting, experience a captivating performance by exquisite singers. Savor a taste of France – avec les vins et Coq au Vin – in a charming cabaret-style setting. Enjoy the chance to see old friends - [Prakriti 10 on 8th November at the Bender JCC of Greater Washington at 5PM](https://www.popville.com/announcements/prakriti-10-on-8th-november-at-the-bender-jcc-of-greater-washington-at-5pm-1023/) - Join us for "Prakriti 10" on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 5 PM at JCC Greater Washington, 6125 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD. Celebrate a decade of Indian classical dance with the premiere of "Ritual of Identity," choreographed by Kasi Aysola and assisted by Archana Raja, along with performances from Prakriti Nostalgia, Natyabhoomi School of Dance - [Special cultural Artisan fair Sat Oct 11th-11 to 5 pm](https://www.popville.com/announcements/special-cultural-artisan-fair-sat-oct-11th-11-to-5-pm-1022/) - The Dupont Artisan Market, now in its 18th year, has only three more Saturday show dates left: October 25th, November 8th, and November 22nd. Following that, we will host our signature December Christmas "Extravaganza" with three special dates: December 6th, December 13th, and December 20th, all taking place at our premier venue in Dupont Circle. - [FREE Spooky Science Festival this weekend](https://www.popville.com/announcements/free-spooky-science-festival-this-weekend-1021/) - Swing by Because Science this weekend for spooky science fun! Intended for all (but designed with kids in mind), you can try your hand at a number of fun hands-on activities all weekend! Make slime, bead your own jewelry, make ghost circuits, and so much more! Activities rotate every 2 hours so you're welcome to - [The Feels DC ed 23: a mindful singles event in Washington DC](https://www.popville.com/announcements/the-feels-dc-ed-23-a-mindful-singles-event-in-washington-dc-1011/) - The Feels is an IRL dating/community event designed for connection at depth. ‘The feels’ level 1 experience guides you through pairings that include meditations, prompts, positive reflections, and somatic elements like eye gazes + hugs. The data shows that 70% of all attendees walk out with the contact info for someone they’re excited about! - [Month Offline Exhibition](https://www.popville.com/announcements/month-offline-exhibition-999/) - 27 of your neighbors swapped their smartphones with dumbphones for the month of September. Want to hear what it was like? Month Offline welcomes you to a phone-free art gallery exhibit and graduation party for our September cohort: When: October 16th, 2025 @ 7PM Where: Hush Harbor @ 1337 H St NE Washington, DC 20002 These - [Free Paint Drop-off and PaintShare™ Giveaway Event on October 25](https://www.popville.com/announcements/free-paint-drop-off-and-paintshare-giveaway-event-on-october-25-1003/) - Don’t let that leftover paint haunt your basement or garage. Avoid a “PaintScare” and recycle it with PaintCare! PaintCare is hosting a free leftover paint drop-off and PaintShare™ giveaway event at RFK Stadium Lot 8 (2500 Independence Ave SE, Washington, D.C. 20003) on Saturday October 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Households may drop - [Boozy Book Fair: A Totally 90s Throwback](https://www.popville.com/announcements/boozy-book-fair-a-totally-90s-throwback-1000/) - Get ready to relive the best week of elementary school with a grown-up twist. The Boozy Book Fair is a nostalgia-packed night inspired by the Scholastic book fairs of your youth, now with cocktails, crafts, and 90s flair. Join People’s Book and Merry Pin for an evening that channels the spirit of the 90s, complete - [Mobile Vet Care - Sit. Stay. We Come To You.](https://www.popville.com/announcements/mobile-vet-care-sit-stay-we-come-to-you-998/) - Tired of stressful vet visits? Let the vet come to you. Perry Paws Mobile Veterinary Practice brings compassionate, Fear-Free care straight to your door. Whether it’s vaccines, urgent concerns, checkups, or chronic care, your pet gets undivided attention in the comfort of home — no carriers, no car rides, no waiting rooms. Serving dogs and - [Special cultural Artisan fair Sat Oct 11th-11 to 5 pm](https://www.popville.com/announcements/special-cultural-artisan-fair-sat-oct-11th-11-to-5-pm-997/) - Discover the Magic of ArtRave DC — Now in Its 18th Season! ✨ Step into one of D.C.’s most celebrated artisan experiences! ArtRave DC brings together an incredible mix of local creators, makers, and visionaries. It’s a must-visit destination for art lovers, collectors, and anyone who appreciates one-of-a-kind finds. 🖼️ Explore & Shop: From fine - [AYCE/ À la carte/ HH/ Lunch Specials (TUES-FRI)](https://www.popville.com/announcements/ayce-la-carte-hh-lunch-specials-tues-fri-996/) - Sushi Sato presents a unique dining experience where traditional Japanese craftsmanship meets playful creativity. Enjoy ultra-fresh sushi and sashimi, complemented by an inspired selection of scratch-made small plates, including our famous Fish+Chips, Tako Taco, and the signature In-N-Out Roll. For Lunch, We offer Lunch special menu with $5 deal for beer. For Dinner, We offer - [Embers Grand Re-Opening This Saturday!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/embers-grand-re-opening-this-saturday-995/) - 1821 18th St NW Join Embers in celebrating their Grand Re-Opening on this Saturday October, 4th from 12pm - 9pm. The Dupont Circle neighborhood staple has transitioned to a Medical Cannabis Dispensary. Stop by Embers to check out curated crates of vinyl records, an art gallery featuring local artists, handblown glassware, unique books for curious - [Welcome the season with Rosslyn Fall Fest on Oct. 4!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/welcome-the-season-with-rosslyn-fall-fest-on-oct-4-983/) - Celebrate fall your way at Rosslyn Fall Fest! Whether the season means sipping seasonal brews, decorating pumpkins with the kids, or diving into a pie-eating contest, Fall Fest is free to attend and packed with ways to make the most of a crisp autumn afternoon. At Fall Fest, you’ll find: 🍻 Local beer + cider - [Aslin's 10th Anniversary Party](https://www.popville.com/announcements/aslins-10th-anniversary-party-988/) - This Saturday, we blow the doors off reality. ASLIN10 is our biggest, boldest celebration ever, and if you don’t have your tickets yet, now’s the time to lock them in. We’re bringing 60+ beers, including one-time-only Alternate Reality Beers: twisted remixes of your favorite Aslin brews, co-created with some of the most insane breweries in - [Free Science Festival this Weekend](https://www.popville.com/announcements/free-science-festival-this-weekend-987/) - 🍁✨ Looking for a fun (and free!) weekend activity right here in the neighborhood? Join us at the Because Science Fall Science Festival on Saturday, September 27 and Sunday, September 28 (12-6 both days)! From hands-on activities like gemstone jewelry making and DIY lava lamps to explosive demos like elephant’s toothpaste, there’s something for every - [DC Residents to Showcase Solar Homes in Citywide Sun Day Event](https://www.popville.com/announcements/dc-residents-to-showcase-solar-homes-in-citywide-sun-day-event-980/) - Solar Curious? Get Solar Serious! Save the date and join the fun! Sun Day in DC, a District-wide celebration of clean energy, is coming up on September 21, 2025. You are invited to visit sites across the District to learn about all the ways you can power your life with solar, batteries, and EVs. Residents - [Die Fledermaus @ Austrian Embassy 9/19](https://www.popville.com/announcements/die-fledermaus-austrian-embassy-919-979/) - In Die Fledermaus, Johann Strauss’s sparkling masterpiece, wit, intrigue, and champagne flow freely as the clever and cunning Rosalinde transforms an opulent masquerade ball into an evening of playful deception and delightful revenge. Amid glittering masks and hidden identities, secrets unravel in the most charming and unexpected ways. Join us for this timeless comedic opera - [Love on the Lanes: Fun, flirty Tuesdays! Meet, mingle & maybe strike up romance!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/love-on-the-lanes-fun-flirty-tuesdays-meet-mingle-maybe-strike-up-romance-978/) - Join us every Tuesday at 7:00 PM for a one-of-a-kind Dating Night at Lucky Strike Rockville located on Shady Grove Rd! For just $20.99 per person, guests can enjoy an evening of mingling and fun with access to 32 lanes of bowling in an exciting atmosphere. Our space also features a full bar, making it - [Garden Party de la Rentrée – A Beautiful Way to Close the Summer](https://www.popville.com/announcements/garden-party-de-la-rentre-celebrating-the-season-of-reconnection-in-washington-dc-969/) - Washington, D.C. – After the summer break, it is time to reconnect. The French-American Chamber of Commerce opens the doors of the Embassy of France for the Garden Party de la Rentrée, an event that brings French art de vivre to the heart of the U.S. capital. On Saturday, September 20, 2025, the Embassy gardens - [Come Play Escape the Bookshop at HouseMouse Books in Takoma Park!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/come-play-escape-the-bookshop-at-housemouse-books-in-takoma-park-975/) - HouseMouse Books and Vintage is excited to announce the debut of Escape the Bookshop III, our new limited-run escape room experience. We look forward to hosting the game in our new and spacious location within Laurel Leaf right in the heart of Mainstreet Takoma. Escape the Bookshop III is a group puzzle game that is - [Special Labor Day Cultural Artisan fair Sat Aug 24 12 to 5 pm Dupont Circle! Call out for artisans!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/special-labor-day-cultural-artisan-fair-sat-aug-24-12-to-5-pm-dupont-circle-call-out-for-artisans-973/) - THE LOCATION: 1913 DUPONT CIRCLE! WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING! Welcome to the Dupont Market Fair, now in its 18th season! Shoppers have described it as a well-themed, dynamic venue that features exceptional artisans. From fine art to high fashion, with unique vintage finds and outstanding jewelry, there’s something for everyone. You'll discover authors selling their - [Die Fledermaus @ Austrian Embassy 9/19](https://www.popville.com/announcements/die-fledermaus-austrian-embassy-919-971/) - In Die Fledermaus, Johann Strauss’s sparkling masterpiece, wit, intrigue, and champagne flow freely as the clever and cunning Rosalinde transforms an opulent masquerade ball into an evening of playful deception and delightful revenge. Amid glittering masks and hidden identities, secrets unravel in the most charming and unexpected ways. Join us for this timeless comedic opera - [Don’t miss Rosslyn Jazz Fest on Saturday, Sept. 6!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/dont-miss-rosslyn-jazz-fest-on-saturday-sept-6-962/) - Experience Arlington’s largest free outdoor music festival at the 33rd Rosslyn Jazz Fest! Presented by the Rosslyn Business Improvement District in partnership with Arlington Arts, this year’s festival takes place Saturday, Sept. 6, from 1-7 p.m. at Gateway Park (1300 Langston Blvd., Arlington, VA). Headlining the festival is Grammy-nominated Southern Avenue, the electrifying Memphis-based band - [Die Fledermaus @ Austrian Embassy 9/19](https://www.popville.com/announcements/die-fledermaus-austrian-embassy-919-953/) - In Die Fledermaus, Johann Strauss’s sparkling masterpiece, wit, intrigue, and champagne flow freely as the clever and cunning Rosalinde transforms an opulent masquerade ball into an evening of playful deception and delightful revenge. Amid glittering masks and hidden identities, secrets unravel in the most charming and unexpected ways. Join us for this timeless comedic opera - [Die Fledermaus @ Austrian Embassy 9/19](https://www.popville.com/announcements/die-fledermaus-austrian-embassy-919-947/) - In Die Fledermaus, Johann Strauss’s sparkling masterpiece, wit, intrigue, and champagne flow freely as the clever and cunning Rosalinde transforms an opulent masquerade ball into an evening of playful deception and delightful revenge. Amid glittering masks and hidden identities, secrets unravel in the most charming and unexpected ways. Join us for this timeless comedic opera - [Die Fledermaus @ Austrian Embassy 9/19](https://www.popville.com/announcements/die-fledermaus-austrian-embassy-919-943/) - In "Die Fledermaus", Johann Strauss’s sparkling masterpiece, wit, intrigue, and champagne flow freely as the clever and cunning Rosalinde transforms an opulent masquerade ball into an evening of playful deception and delightful revenge. Amid glittering masks and hidden identities, secrets unravel in the most charming and unexpected ways. Join us for this timeless comedic opera - [Calling for Dynamic Vendors and Creative Collaborators](https://www.popville.com/announcements/calling-for-dynamic-vendors-and-creative-collaborators-938/) - Outdoor Summer Market – Dupont Circle The summer season is still going strong! Vendor registration is now open for our upcoming Saturday markets on August 9 and August 23. Located in the heart of Dupont Circle, this outdoor series is perfect for artisans, designers, food innovators, and lifestyle brands seeking high foot traffic and direct - [Die Fledermaus @ Austrian Embassy 9/19](https://www.popville.com/announcements/die-fledermaus-austrian-embassy-919-934/) - In Die Fledermaus, Johann Strauss’s sparkling masterpiece, wit, intrigue, and champagne flow freely as the clever and cunning Rosalinde transforms an opulent masquerade ball into an evening of playful deception and delightful revenge. Amid glittering masks and hidden identities, secrets unravel in the most charming and unexpected ways. Join us for this timeless comedic opera - [Molly’s Dog Care Chevy Chase is Officially Open!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/mollys-dog-care-chevy-chase-is-officially-open-935/) - We’re excited to share that Molly’s Dog Care has officially opened its doors at 8525 Chevy Chase Lake Terrace, Suite 302, Chevy Chase, MD 20815! Whether you're looking for dog daycare, overnight boarding, grooming, or training, our experienced team is here to provide a safe, loving, and enriching environment for your furry family members. Our - [Free Paint Drop-off and PaintShare™ Giveaway Event on August 9](https://www.popville.com/announcements/free-paint-drop-off-and-paintshare-giveaway-event-on-august-9-930/) - Leftover paint sitting in your basement? Recycle it with PaintCare! PaintCare is hosting a free leftover paint drop-off and PaintShare™ giveaway event at Ida B. Wells Middle School (405 Sheridan St NW, Washington, D.C. 20011) on Saturday August 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Households may drop off any amount of latex or oil-based - [Experience Summer the French Way: Garden Party at the Embassy of France 🌿](https://www.popville.com/announcements/experience-summer-the-french-way-garden-party-at-the-embassy-of-france-917/) - Looking for an elegant, exciting, and refreshing summer plan? On Saturday, July 19, you’re invited to one of DC’s most anticipated events — the Garden Party at the Embassy of France! 🎉 This isn’t just another summer gathering — it’s a unique cultural and social experience for adults 21+ who appreciate good company, great music, - [Exciting New Addition - Indoor](https://www.popville.com/announcements/exciting-new-addition-indoor-916/) - Vendor Opportunities for Summer Series & New Indoor Expansion We are calling all creators, makers, artists, and entrepreneurs! Join our growing community of vibrant small businesses and showcase your work at one of DC’s most eclectic and supportive marketplaces. Now Accepting Vendors for: Summer Outdoor Market Series – Dupont Circle Artisan Market summer season is - [Artisan Call out](https://www.popville.com/announcements/artisan-call-out-911/) - This Saturday, June 28 — Dupont Artisan Marketplace The summer vibe is strong in the heart of DC. Join us for a creative open-air market featuring local artists, vintage curators, designers, and handmade craft vendors — all set up on the 1900 block of Massachusetts Ave NW. Enjoy the colorful energy of Dupont Artisan, then - ["Has it really come to this?" - Comedy and Storytelling at Isaan Thai](https://www.popville.com/announcements/has-it-really-come-to-this-comedy-and-storytelling-at-isaan-thai-910/) - This Friday, join us for a night of comedy and storytelling (and maybe even a jazz trumpet performance). We've brought together the best performers in the DMV to tell us about being pushed to the brink, you won't want to miss it! - [Stay Curious & Stay Local to Plan Your Next Arts Adventure!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/stay-curious-stay-local-to-plan-your-next-arts-adventure-909/) - The ArtsFairfax Events Calendar is your destination for all arts and culture activities in Northern Virginia. Find a concert, play, poetry reading, or exhibition in your neighborhood—many events are free and family-friendly! Are you part of a performing arts group, school, or cultural organization? You can add your events and classes, too. The ArtsFairfax Events - [Pride in STEM Festival this Weekend](https://www.popville.com/announcements/pride-in-stem-festival-this-weekend-906/) - Join us for the Pride in STEM Festival—a joyful celebration of identity, curiosity, and creativity! Hosted by Because Science, a woman-owned science gift shop and event space in Adams Morgan, this vibrant, all-ages event features hands-on experiments, collaborative art, and DIY projects, plus our headlining Science Drag Storytime—where fierce meets physics. From rainbow optics and - [Go Ape Unveils New Elevated Experiences to Inspire Deeper Connections Through Outdoor Adventure](https://www.popville.com/announcements/go-ape-unveils-new-elevated-experiences-to-inspire-deeper-connections-through-outdoor-adventure-903/) - Go Ape, America’s leading aerial adventure park provider, is proud to unveil a revitalized experience across its iconic Zipline & Adventure Parks. This refresh goes beyond physical upgrades; it reflects a renewed mission to foster meaningful connections between people, nature, and self. “Go Ape has always been about thrilling treetop adventures,” says Chrissy Very, Senior - [Common Good City Farm's Garden Party](https://www.popville.com/announcements/common-good-city-farms-garden-party-896/) - Join us for a casual farm-to-table experience with live music, celebrating freedom through movement! Formerly known as “Happy Hour,” our newly reimagined Garden Party invites you to unwind in a relaxed outdoor setting with farm-fresh small bites, a live dj, dancing, refreshing mocktails and a small assortment of adult beverages available by donation. Our featured artists - [DMV’s Trusted Junk Removal & Moving Pros – Fast, Affordable, Local](https://www.popville.com/announcements/dmvs-trusted-junk-removal-moving-pros-fast-affordable-local-895/) - Fast junk removal & moving in DC, Maryland, Virginia! Aleman Multiservices handles furniture, appliances, cleanouts, deliveries & more. Bilingual, affordable, reliable. Call (240) 659-0198 or visit alemanmultiservices.info - [ArtsFairfax is Your Go-To Resource for DMV Artist Calls](https://www.popville.com/announcements/artsfairfax-is-your-go-to-resource-for-dmv-artist-calls-894/) - Looking for art opportunities in the DMV? ArtsFairfax.org is your online destination to find and promote artist calls in and around Fairfax. Our Artist Calls directory is always free to use and highlights opportunities to audition, exhibit artwork, or secure commissions. Be sure to check out ArtsFairfax Artist Calls on an ongoing basis - new - [You Deserve to Feel Better](https://www.popville.com/announcements/you-deserve-to-feel-better-892/) - At Cherry Blossom Healing Arts, we are witnessing a heightened level of stress permeating Washington, DC. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, short-term elevated stress, or anything in between, we can help. Acupuncture effectively deals with the physiological roots of stress. It balances the nervous system and takes you out of fight-or-flight mode. Acupuncture treatment - [Artisan Call out](https://www.popville.com/announcements/artisan-call-out-884/) - Welcome to ArtRave - Dupont Artisan Market! Join us for a day filled with creativity, community, and fun. Discover unique handcrafted items made by local artisans, from paintings, sculptures, hand carved items, bakery/gourmet products, jewerly, handmade goods to the unusal and home decor. Don't miss out on the opportunity to support small businesses and find one-of-a-kind - [Hear the Capitol Hill Chorale sing Rachmaninoff on May 31 and June 1](https://www.popville.com/announcements/hear-the-capitol-hill-chorale-sing-rachmaninoff-on-may-31-and-june-1-882/) - Join the Capitol Hill Chorale for our final concert of the season, "Rachmaninoff: Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom" on Saturday, May 31 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, June 1 at 4 p.m. at Lutheran Church of the Reformation. The Chorale returns to the performance of this monumental work after almost 25 years to bring it - [Carmen by Georges Bizet May 23 @ Embassy of France](https://www.popville.com/announcements/carmen-by-georges-bizet-may-23-embassy-of-france-873/) - Join Washington Opera Society on May 23, 2025, at the Embassy of France for a mesmerizing performance of Bizet's Carmen. Set against the vibrant ambiance of 19th-century Seville, Carmen captures the allure, passion, and tragedy of its unforgettable characters. With unforgettable arias and captivating drama, this production promises an evening of musical brilliance in a - [DC Front Runners PRIDE RUN 5K](https://www.popville.com/announcements/dc-front-runners-pride-run-5k-869/) - The DC Front Runners Pride Run Foundation is elated to welcome runners, walkers, and spectators to the Historic Congressional Cemetery (1801 E St., S.E.) for their 13th annual Pride Run 5K on June 1, 2025, at 9:00 AM. After a record number of finishers completed the 2024 race, they are back again on a new - [Artisan Call out](https://www.popville.com/announcements/artisan-call-out-864/) - Welcome, artisans and attendees, to the 17th season of Dupont Market Fair and cultural excellence! Our season openers were events to remember! The results for the special show at Dupont Market Fair showed over 20,000 attendees! For 17 years, ArtRave's mission has been to elevate the cultural standards for the artisan community. Our motivating force - [An Evening in Paris: Wine, music, and elegance at the French Embassy – May 31](https://www.popville.com/announcements/an-evening-in-paris-wine-music-and-elegance-at-the-french-embassy-may-31-865/) - An Evening in Paris – Experience the Magic of Paris in Washington DC 🇫🇷✨ On Saturday, May 31, step into the charm of Paris for one unforgettable night at the prestigious Embassy of France in Georgetown. “An Evening in Paris” invites you to enjoy a cultural, social, and culinary journey that celebrates the elegance and - [St.Mary Armenian Church Spring Food Festival](https://www.popville.com/announcements/stmary-armenian-church-spring-food-festival-846/) - At St. Mary, we are very excited to host the 15th Annual Armenian Spring Food Festival on May 16th, 17th, and 18th, again bringing the culinary delights and cultural riches of Armenian heritage to the Greater Washington, DC area. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy great food. - [Local Credit Union Offers Nation’s Top Certificate Rates](https://www.popville.com/announcements/local-credit-union-offers-nations-top-certificate-rates-859/) - WASHINGTON, DC - A local credit union is receiving national recognition for offering some of the highest certificate rates in the country. Lafayette Federal Credit Union, headquartered in Rockville and serving the greater Washington, D.C. region, has been named by financial outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Kiplinger, Investopedia, DepositAccounts, and GoBankingRates for its top-ranked - [Come Check out Laurel Leaf – Takoma Park’s New Plant, Used Book, and Vintage Furniture Shop!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/come-check-out-laurel-leaf-takoma-parks-new-plant-used-book-and-vintage-furniture-shop-854/) - Come visit Laurel Leaf, a brand new retail destination in Takoma Park Maryland! The shop is a collaboration between three small businesses – HouseMouse Books & Vintage, indigro plant design, and Cheeky’s Vintage – who have come together to create a unique space in the heart of Takoma. Laurel Leaf is a lush, inviting, and - [Carmen by Georges Bizet May 23 @ Embassy of France](https://www.popville.com/announcements/carmen-by-georges-bizet-may-23-embassy-of-france-850/) - Join Washington Opera Society on May 23, 2025, at the Embassy of France for a mesmerizing performance of Bizet's Carmen. Set against the vibrant ambiance of 19th-century Seville, Carmen captures the allure, passion, and tragedy of its unforgettable characters. With unforgettable arias and captivating drama, this production promises an evening of musical brilliance in a - [Great Brookland Yard Sale May 10 - 75 Sellers Plus Community-Building Passport Game](https://www.popville.com/announcements/great-brookland-yard-sale-may-10-75-sellers-plus-community-building-passport-game-849/) - The Brookland Neighborhood Civic Association (BNCA) is proud to present the Great Brookland Yard Sale, happening this Saturday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring 68 individual yard sale tables at Brookland homes and 7 shared sale sites. These shared sale sites accommodate participants without yards or who live in nearby neighborhoods -- - [Carmen by Georges Bizet May 23 @ Embassy of France](https://www.popville.com/announcements/carmen-by-georges-bizet-may-23-embassy-of-france-842/) - Join Washington Opera Society on May 23, 2025, at the Embassy of France for a mesmerizing performance of Bizet's Carmen. Set against the vibrant ambiance of 19th-century Seville, Carmen captures the allure, passion, and tragedy of its unforgettable characters. With unforgettable arias and captivating drama, this production promises an evening of musical brilliance in a - [Lease Takeover! 825FT 1BR in Navy Yard. Fully Furnished. ($2,630/month)](https://www.popville.com/announcements/lease-takeover-825ft-1br-in-navy-yard-fully-furnished-840/) - Fantastic 10 month fully furnished lease takeover opportunity in Navy Yard! Starting from now (early May) until Feb 25 2026. Cost: $2,630/month ALL FURNITURE FREE (if you want to keep it furnished)! You will then own it at no cost to you. The Apartment: Large apartment with floor to ceiling windows and ample light. Faces - [LLT Summer Programs](https://www.popville.com/announcements/llt-summer-programs-839/) - Empower Your Future: Leadership, Mentorship, Education, and Networking — Calling middle and high school students for FREE Educational Summer Programming! LLT STEMpower Camp at Marymount University Middle School Students | Two Sessions: July 7–11, 2025 July 14–18, 2025 Dive into a week of hands-on STEM and art projects, connect with inspiring role models, and showcase - [Artisan Call out](https://www.popville.com/announcements/artisan-call-out-830/) - We welcome artisans and attendees to the Dupont Artisan Fair. Our season kicks off on April 26th at our premier venue in Dupont Circle. Artisans will also participate in the first special event of the year, Embassy Day, May 3rd which we hope will attract an impressive turnout of 30,000 visitors, just like last time! - [Free Paint Drop-off and PaintShare™ Giveaway Event on May 3](https://www.popville.com/announcements/free-paint-drop-off-and-paintshare-giveaway-event-on-may-3-827/) - Got leftover paint? Recycle it with PaintCare! PaintCare is hosting a free leftover paint drop-off and PaintShare™ giveaway event at Ballou High School (3401 4th St SE, Washington, D.C. 20032) on Saturday May 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Households may drop off any amount of latex or oil-based paint, stain, or varnish. Paint - [13th annual Pride Run 5K - Sunday June 1, 2025](https://www.popville.com/announcements/13th-annual-pride-run-5k-sunday-june-1-2025-826/) - After a record breaking number of finishers in 2024, the Pride Run is back, back, back again to celebrate their 13th annual 5K. Come join us on Sunday, June 1, 9:00 AM as over 1,500 runners race for PRIDE at the Historic Congressional Cemetery. After your run, enjoy our post-race party with dj, live entertainment, - [Join the Fedwell Family Dinner — Comfort Food Without the Cleanup!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/join-the-fedwell-family-dinner-comfort-food-without-the-cleanup-803/) - Gather around the table for a night of indulgence, laughter, and bold flavors. This month’s Sunday Dinner Menu takes you to Greece with a feast meant for sharing—featuring smoky Melitzanosalata, savory Dolmadakia, and a refreshing crispy Horiatiki, with both plant-based and meat options to satisfy every appetite. To make the evening even more special, we’re - [New Coffee, Same Great Quality](https://www.popville.com/announcements/new-coffee-same-great-quality-801/) - Potomac Roasting Company has great news. We have new coffee from Peru and Mexico, rounding out our options for freshly roasted coffee from Colombia and Sumatra. After selling out last fall, our popular Peruvian coffee is back! Produced by the Warmikuna Women’s Group in Junín, it features flavor hints of brown sugar, caramel, and sweet - [A Musical Masquerade ~ 30 March](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-musical-masquerade-30-march-796/) - Return to Carderock Manor as we step into an evening of elegance and enchantment as the Washington Opera Society invites you to A Musical Masquerade, a night of exquisite music, fine dining, and artistic celebration. The evening begins with an intimate reception from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, where guests will mingle in a refined setting, - [Choir concerts featuring the work of choral legend Alice Parker this weekend](https://www.popville.com/announcements/choir-concerts-featuring-the-work-of-choral-legend-alice-parker-this-weekend-788/) - Join the Capitol Hill Chorale for "A Tribute to Alice Parker" on Saturday, March 15 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 16 at 4 p.m. at Capitol Hill Presbyterian Church. Alice Parker (1925-2023) was an influential American composer, arranger, and teacher. Though best known for her arrangements for the Robert Shaw Chorale, she went on - [Free Science Festival in Adams Morgan this weekend!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/free-science-festival-in-adams-morgan-this-weekend-779/) - Join us for a weekend of creativity and discovery at the Craft Lab! Perfect for parents and kids, this FREE event features exciting hands-on science and imaginative craft projects. From cloud-making to origami, collage crafting to chemistry, there's something for everyone. Drop in anytime between 12 PM and 6 PM on both days. 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I'm also the mom of two young kiddos, and a former teacher and reading coach in DC. My favorite thing to do is find the right book for the right kid at the right time. That’s why - [Puccini's The Girl of the Golden West @ French Embassy January 24](https://www.popville.com/announcements/puccinis-the-girl-of-the-golden-west-french-embassy-january-24-742/) - Experience the passion and drama of Puccini’s “The Girl from the Golden West”. Featuring special guest musicians from The Chesapeake Youth Orchestra, this performance brings Puccini’s masterpiece to life with an extraordinary cast. 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If so, consider joining me for a free webinar on Thursday, January 16th at 8:00 p.m. This session is designed for parents of minor children and will cover key topics like ensuring your kids are protected and making the estate planning process more manageable. It’s a - [Enjoy the French tradition! Celebrate Galette des Rois with us on January 25th.](https://www.popville.com/announcements/enjoy-the-french-tradition-celebrate-galette-des-rois-with-us-on-january-25th-731/) - Travel to French soil and join us for a night filled with two of the most beloved French traditions—no plane ticket required! ✨ On January 25th, we invite you to experience the magic of Galette des Rois, a 700-year-old tradition celebrated across France throughout the entire month of January (and even beyond!). This sweet, almond-filled - [Kick off the New Year with a free 15-minute therapy consultation!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/kick-off-the-new-year-with-a-free-15-minute-therapy-consultation-725/) - Start 2024 on the right foot by prioritizing your mental health and well-being. At Peaceful Mind Solutions, we understand how challenging life can be—whether it’s managing stress from work, family dynamics, or navigating the complexities of the world around us. Our team is here to help you create balance and find the peace you deserve. - [Living-wage cleaning company Well-Paid Maids reflects on top wins of 2024](https://www.popville.com/announcements/living-wage-cleaning-company-well-paid-maids-reflects-on-top-wins-of-2024-724/) - 2024 was a big year for Well-Paid Maids with a number of bucket list accomplishments. To start, we are the only certified living-wage cleaning company in the area. 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Featuring: Kristin Sampson as Minnie Jonathan Burton as Dick Johnson Franco Pomponi as Jack Rance Michael Boley as Nick Matthew Burns as - [The Introvert's Solution to Making Real Connections](https://www.popville.com/announcements/the-introverts-solution-to-making-real-connections-714/) - Today's fast-paced world can be challenging to form genuine connections, especially for those of us who prefer quieter, more thoughtful interactions. Traditional social apps often fall short for introverted individuals. The constant noise, superficial interactions, and overwhelming social cues can be draining. As an introvert, I craved genuine connections, meaningful conversations, and activities that aligned - [Teamwork and time off: Why Eliana loves working at Well-Paid Maids](https://www.popville.com/announcements/teamwork-and-time-off-why-eliana-loves-working-at-well-paid-maids-704/) - Eliana joined Well-Paid Maids in June 2024 and has quickly become one of the most requested cleaners! “I had a huge loss in April, so I just wanted to get back up on my feet,” she said. “Lexi, one of our operations managers, greeted me and won me over as soon as I walked in - [Ring in the Holidays with Tara Hoot! 12/14 at Atlas Performing Arts Center!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/ring-in-the-holidays-with-tara-hoot-1214-at-atlas-performing-arts-center-708/) - Darlings, you deserve to have a HOOT this holiday season! Join award-winning DC drag queen Tara Hoot for a night of stories, songs, and feel-good winter merriment to get you in the holiday spirit! We’ll laugh, we’ll sing, and we’ll revel in the ridiculousness together! Because, let’s be honest–we need to forget (gestures broadly) everything - [CFTC presents Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins](https://www.popville.com/announcements/cftc-presents-hershel-and-the-hanukkah-goblins-702/) - "Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins" tells the story of Hershel of Ostropol, a clever traveler who arrives in a village haunted by goblins that have been ruining Hanukkah celebrations for years. Determined to restore the holiday's joy, Hershel accepts the daunting challenge of spending eight nights in the old synagogue, outsmarting the goblins who try - [Give the gift of a clean home this holiday season](https://www.popville.com/announcements/give-the-gift-of-a-clean-home-this-holiday-season-698/) - Stumped on gift ideas this year? Give the gift of a clean home. No need to draw up an “IOU” chore coupon. Instead, surprise your loved ones with a Well-Paid Maids gift certificate. Well-Paid Maids is a living-wage cleaning company here in the D.C. area. We pay our cleaners a starting wage of $26/hour and - [Shop Current Boutique for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday](https://www.popville.com/announcements/shop-current-boutique-for-black-friday-and-small-business-saturday-690/) - Unwrap the magic of Black Friday and Small Business Saturday all weekend at Current Boutique! Dive into luxury with exclusive deals on pre-loved designer treasures, celebrating sustainable fashion with every purchase. Whether in-store or online, indulge in guilt-free glamour and support local businesses. ✨🛍️👗 💥 Sale: 25% off everything 📅 Date: Friday November 29 – - [Happy Thanksgiving, from the Well-Paid Maids crew](https://www.popville.com/announcements/happy-thanksgiving-from-the-well-paid-maids-crew-692/) - This Thanksgiving at Well-Paid Maids, we are feeling extra grateful for the support we’ve received across the D.C. area this year! Whether we’ve been your weekly clean-up crew or your go-to partner for hosting, we’re honored you chose us. Thanks to you, we’ve been able to provide our amazing team of cleaners with living wages - [Ceremony of Carols and Holiday Classics December 8](https://www.popville.com/announcements/ceremony-of-carols-and-holiday-classics-december-8-694/) - Join us for a splendid afternoon of music and holiday cheer at Washington Opera Society's Holiday Concert! This festive event is dedicated to the season’s finest melodies, filling Carderock Falls Manor with harmonious renditions of beloved holiday classics. Enjoy an enchanting experience complete with a sing-along, perfect for all ages. 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Since joining the D.C. branch, she has discovered - [Ceremony of Carols & Holiday Classics](https://www.popville.com/announcements/ceremony-of-carols-holiday-classics-682/) - Join us for a splendid afternoon of music and holiday cheer at Washington Opera Society's Holiday Fundraising Concert Ceremony of Carols and Holiday Classics! This festive event is dedicated to the season’s finest melodies, filling Carderock Falls Manor with harmonious renditions of beloved holiday classics. Enjoy an enchanting experience complete with a sing-along, perfect for - [Ten Thousand Villages Craft Market, Rug Event, & Bake Sale](https://www.popville.com/announcements/ten-thousand-villages-craft-market-rug-event-bake-sale-684/) - Join us on Saturday, November 23, from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. for the 36th annual Ten Thousand Villages Craft Market, Bake Sale, & Rug Event at Hyattsville Mennonite Church (4217 East-West Highway, Hyattsville, MD 20782). Get started on your holiday shopping with Ten Thousand Villages and support diverse artisan cultures from around the world! - [Potomac Roasting Will Make Your Thanksgiving Coffee Special](https://www.popville.com/announcements/potomac-roasting-will-make-your-thanksgiving-coffee-special-676/) - Potomac Roasting has just the right selection of coffees to make Thanksgiving even more special. We order highly graded specialty coffee beans from around the world. We then roast them to perfection at light, medium, and dark levels. Finally, orders over $35 are delivered free of charge. Two of our newest beans include a full-bodied - [What to expect from your home cleaning with Well-Paid Maids](https://www.popville.com/announcements/what-to-expect-from-your-home-cleaning-with-well-paid-maids-672/) - Well-Paid Maids is committed to industry change by paying cleaners at least $26 an hour and providing benefits, like insurance and paid time off. This creates a better experience for our employees — and our customers. It starts with scheduling online. When you book a cleaning, you choose a specific appointment time — not a - [Ring In The Holiday Season With Tara Hoot!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/ring-in-the-holiday-season-with-tara-hoot-675/) - Darlings, you deserve to have a HOOT this holiday season! Join DC drag queen Tara Hoot for a night of stories, songs, and feel-good winter merriment to get you in the holiday spirit! We’ll laugh, we’ll cry, we’ll sing, and we’ll revel in the ridiculousness together! Because, let's be honest--we need to forget (gestures broadly) - [Are you looking for therapist? Sign up for a free 15- consultation](https://www.popville.com/announcements/are-you-looking-for-therapist-sign-up-for-a-free-15-consultation-671/) - Are you feeling overwhelmed by current events, family responsibilities, or the demands of work? If stress, anxiety, or emotional exhaustion are weighing you down, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to face it alone. At Peaceful Mind Solutions, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes feel insurmountable, and we’re here to help. We offer in - [Beaujolais & Beyond 2024](https://www.popville.com/announcements/beaujolais-beyond-2024-670/) - Travel to French soil and celebrate with us for an unforgettable evening of delicious food, wine and music. No plane ticket required. What better way to celebrate the end of the 2024 wine harvest in style than at the Embassy of France at DC’s only official celebration? This is the Wine Event Of The Year! - [More than a living wage: Well-Paid Maids offers benefits, too](https://www.popville.com/announcements/more-than-a-living-wage-well-paid-maids-offers-benefits-too-667/) - The home cleaning company Well-Paid Maids is known for paying cleaners a living wage of at least $26 an hour. That’s a big deal when the mean hourly wage for cleaners is only $15.35, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. And here’s what else: Well-Paid Maids also offers benefits. Many cleaning companies misclassify - [Enjoy the season and leave the cleaning to Well-Paid Maids](https://www.popville.com/announcements/enjoy-the-season-and-leave-the-cleaning-to-well-paid-maids-663/) - Believe it or not, the holidays are right around the corner. Make your life easier by scheduling a professional home cleaning with Well-Paid Maids. Whether you want a deep cleaning before hosting guests or a post-party refresh, Well-Paid Maids has you covered. There’s a reason the cleaning service has more than 400 positive reviews across - [D.C. resident shares her experience with Well-Paid Maids](https://www.popville.com/announcements/dc-resident-shares-her-experience-with-well-paid-maids-658/) - For Paige Strott, hiring someone to clean her two-bedroom D.C. condo is a worthy investment. It allows the busy professional to check a daunting project off her to-do list and spend more time with her friends and family. But finding a quality cleaning company proved challenging. “I had used other cleaning services that felt like - [Free Paint Drop-off and Giveaway Event on October 26th](https://www.popville.com/announcements/free-paint-drop-off-and-giveaway-event-on-october-26th-656/) - Easily recycle your leftover paint! PaintCare is hosting a free and convenient leftover paint drop-off and giveaway event at the DC Armory (1910 E Capitol St SE, Washington, D.C. 20002) on October 26th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Households may bring any amount of house paint or primer, stain, or clear finishes. Paint must - [Why Well-Paid Maids Is a Standout Cleaning Company for Parents](https://www.popville.com/announcements/why-well-paid-maids-is-a-standout-cleaning-company-for-parents-655/) - As a parent, keeping your home clean can feel like a never-ending task — but that’s where Well-Paid Maids can help. Leaning on Well-Paid Maids can save you time and create a healthier environment for your family. The living-wage cleaning company is known for paying cleaners, who are W-2 employees, at least $26 an hour - [Tara Hoot's Campy Brunch Bingo at Whitlow's DC! Sunday, 10/20 at 12:30!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/tara-hoots-campy-brunch-bingo-at-whitlows-dc-sunday-1020-at-1230-650/) - Voted Runner-Up for DC’s Best Drag Show, it’s DC’s ONLY Drag Brunch Bingo and it’s only at Whitlow’s! Forget your troubles, and let’s get HAPPY! 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During the event, you'll have - [Fall in love with differently-abled kitties, and meet a cat rescue shero](https://www.popville.com/announcements/fall-in-love-with-differently-abled-kitties-and-meet-a-cat-rescue-shero-640/) - My shero Val is a registered nurse with a huge heart for broken cats. She founded a nonprofit to find homes for kitties that other rescues often won't take. In 2011 I got out of the rain in a Petco. They had rescue adoptions with a photo of Floyd, a handsome gray tabby missing a - [DC Soul Sounds presents The Soul of the City](https://www.popville.com/announcements/dc-soul-sounds-presents-the-soul-of-the-city-631/) - For countless generations, you could find some of the best music in the world safely hidden in the many soulful corners of Washington, DC. However, our city has grown and changed, and those little soulful corners have become even more compartmentalized and separated, dividing us more than ever. BUT WHAT IF WE, THE MUSIC LOVERS, - [It's officially fall. Time to treat yourself to a clean home from Well-Paid Maids](https://www.popville.com/announcements/its-officially-fall-time-to-treat-yourself-to-a-clean-home-from-well-paid-maids-630/) - We made it, D.C. After a summer of heat waves, it’s officially fall. The temps are cooling, and pumpkins are hitting the markets. Before you break out your fall decor and light your cozy candles, schedule a professional home cleaning with Well-Paid Maids. Well-Paid Maids isn’t your average cleaning company. We pay cleaners, who are - [Well-Paid Maids Sweeps Into New City](https://www.popville.com/announcements/well-paid-maids-sweeps-into-new-city-622/) - Aaron Seyedian founded Well-Paid Maids in the D.C. area back in 2017. Inspired by the Fight for $15 minimum wage campaign, he wanted to get involved. For years, he had watched business lobbyists argue that a higher minimum would hurt businesses. “I thought that running an explicitly living-wage business as a living case study could - [Garden Party de la Rentrée at the Embassy of France](https://www.popville.com/announcements/garden-party-de-la-rentre-at-the-embassy-of-france-621/) - • It’s La Rentrée! we invite you to a unique evening in the lush gardens of the French Embassy. • The French Touch: come spend your Friday evening in the French Embassy’s expansive and beautiful outdoor space to mix and mingle with francophiles, French VIPs, diplomats, professionals and business people. • La Rentrée is a - [Keep Your Home Clean — and Your Pets Happy — With Well-Paid Maids](https://www.popville.com/announcements/keep-your-home-clean-and-your-pets-happy-with-well-paid-maids-616/) - Well-Paid Maids isn’t just a living-wage cleaning company — it’s a smart choice for pet owners. When we say living wage, that means our cleaners earn at least $24 an hour, and we offer benefits, like insurance, 24 days of paid time off and more. Because we take care of our employees, they take care - [Start Your Home Improvement Journey! Six Fall Workshops to Boost Maintenance & Renovation Know-How!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/start-your-home-improvement-journey-six-fall-workshops-to-boost-maintenance-renovation-know-how-612/) - Nervous to tackle home improvement projects? Whether it's everyday DIY repairs or a full renovation with a professional team, gain the skills and confidence you need with HardHat Diplomat’s six-session workshop series. These hands-on classes will teach you everything from diagnosing problems to executing a successful remodel. Learn how to diagnose problems, conduct basic repairs, - [Don Giovanni at Austrian Embassy Friday September 13](https://www.popville.com/announcements/don-giovanni-at-austrian-embassy-friday-september-13-615/) - Mozart’s Don Giovanni thrillingly explores the passions and perils of love, morality, and the inevitable fallout of reckless choices, all centered on the daring exploits of Don Giovanni. His seductive adventures ignite intense encounters and fierce conflicts with unforgettable characters like Donna Anna, Donna Elvira, and Zerlina. The electrifying drama pulls audiences into a world - [Garden Party de la Rentrée at the Embassy of France](https://www.popville.com/announcements/garden-party-de-la-rentre-at-the-embassy-of-france-614/) - • It's La Rentrée! we invite you to a unique evening in the lush gardens of the French Embassy. • The French Touch: come spend your Friday evening in the French Embassy's expansive and beautiful outdoor space to mix and mingle with francophiles, French VIPs, diplomats, professionals and business people. • La Rentrée is a - [Estate Planning Webinar for Parents](https://www.popville.com/announcements/estate-planning-webinar-for-parents-610/) - Unlock Peace of Mind for Your Family! Join our FREE Estate Planning Webinar for Parents. ️ Date: September 12, 2024 Time: 8:00 p.m. Are you a parent with minor children, concerned about making sure your children are taken care of no matter what happens? Don’t miss our webinar featuring Rose Whelan, a dedicated estate planning - [Don Giovanni @ Austrian Embassy 9/13](https://www.popville.com/announcements/don-giovanni-austrian-embassy-913-606/) - Mozart's Don Giovanni thrillingly explores the passions and perils of love, morality, and the inevitable fallout of reckless choices, all centered on the daring exploits of Don Giovanni. His seductive adventures ignite intense encounters and fierce conflicts with unforgettable characters like Donna Anna, Donna Elvira, and Zerlina. The electrifying drama pulls audiences into a world - [This back-to-school season, get organized with a home cleaning from Well-Paid Maids](https://www.popville.com/announcements/this-back-to-school-season-get-organized-with-a-home-cleaning-from-well-paid-maids-607/) - Labor Day marked the unofficial end of summer. Now, it’s time to lean into the back-to-school season. For parents, that means getting the kids stocked up on supplies and settled back into a routine. Even if you aren’t attending back-to-school nights, there’s still a sense of freshness in the air. It’s a time to get - [Potomac Roasting Offers New Coffee and Good Karma in a Cup](https://www.popville.com/announcements/potomac-roasting-offers-new-coffee-and-good-karma-in-a-cup-604/) - The Potomac Roasting Company is stocked with excellent coffee to meet almost any palate. We offer a growing selection of coffees, monthly subscriptions, and free shipping for orders over $35. We are a local micro-roaster that precision roasts high-quality beans sourced from small farms in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Most of the coffee we - [Well-Paid Maids gets Labor Day off — plus 23 more days each year](https://www.popville.com/announcements/well-paid-maids-gets-labor-day-off-plus-23-more-days-each-year-594/) - Heads up: Well-Paid Maids will be OOO this coming Monday. Labor Day is one of four paid holidays we give our employees. They also get an additional 20 PTO days each year. Labor Day feels particularly important to us. Taking the day for a little R&R allows us to reflect on our employees’ hard work - [Mozart’s Don Giovanni at Austrian Embassy 9/13](https://www.popville.com/announcements/mozarts-don-giovanni-at-austrian-embassy-913-597/) - Mozart’s Don Giovanni thrillingly explores the passions and perils of love, morality, and the inevitable fallout of reckless choices, all centered on the daring exploits of Don Giovanni. His seductive adventures ignite intense encounters and fierce conflicts with unforgettable characters like Donna Anna, Donna Elvira, and Zerlina. The electrifying drama pulls audiences into a world - [Housewives Night Out with Melissa Gorga, Karen Huger, Dorinda Medley, and Lisa Barlow! October 5](https://www.popville.com/announcements/housewives-night-out-with-melissa-gorga-karen-huger-dorinda-medley-and-lisa-barlow-october-5-595/) - Get ready for Housewives Night Out! An unforgettable evening of gossip, games, and glam with your favorite reality TV stars: Melissa Gorga, Karen Huger, Dorinda Medley, and Lisa Barlow. Hear firsthand how their lives have changed, discover behind-the-scenes filming secrets, and learn how they've built successful businesses outside of the show. During the event, you'll - [Special cultural Artisan fair Sat., Aug. 24 12 to 5 pm Dupont Circle! Call out for artisans!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/special-cultural-artisan-fair-sat-aug-24-12-to-5-pm-dupont-circle-call-out-for-artisans-591/) - ArtRave is excited to announce a special cultural artisan fair on Saturday, August 24th at their Dupont Circle venue (1913 Mass Ave, where PNC Bank, Connecticut and P Street meet) from 11 am to 5 pm. ArtRave and another group will cover 2 blocks showcasing amazing artisan works from different countries! For 16 years, ArtRave - [Mozart's Don Giovanni at Austrian Embassy](https://www.popville.com/announcements/mozarts-don-giovanni-at-austrian-embassy-587/) - Mozart's Don Giovanni thrillingly explores the passions and perils of love, morality, and the inevitable fallout of reckless choices, all centered on the daring exploits of Don Giovanni. His seductive adventures ignite intense encounters and fierce conflicts with unforgettable characters like Donna Anna, Donna Elvira, and Zerlina. The electrifying drama pulls audiences into a world - [Meet Well-Paid Maids cleaner Katia. Clients love her: “This place was sparkling when she left”](https://www.popville.com/announcements/meet-well-paid-maids-cleaner-katia-clients-love-her-this-place-was-sparkling-when-she-left-588/) - Katia joined the Well-Paid Maids team in March, and she’s already received rave reviews! One Google reviewer wrote: “I used Well-Paid Maids for the first time this month. Katia, our cleaner, was wonderful. This place was sparkling when she left.” Katia says she was initially attracted to Well-Paid Maids due to the pay. As the - [Well-Paid Maids: “It’s past time to raise the federal minimum wage”](https://www.popville.com/announcements/well-paid-maids-its-past-time-to-raise-the-federal-minimum-wage-579/) - Well-Paid Maids staunchly supports a federal minimum wage increase. In case you missed it, last month marked 15 years since the federal minimum wage increased to $7.25. It hasn’t budged since. What has budged? The cost of living. Some states and cities have taken matters into their own hands. For example, Well-Paid Maids advocated for - [Tara Hoot’s Campy Brunch Bingo at Whitlow’s DC! August 25 at 12:30!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/tara-hoots-campy-brunch-bingo-at-whitlows-dc-august-25-at-1230-585/) - Voted Runner-Up for DC's Best Drag Show it's DC’s ONLY Drag Brunch Bingo and it’s only at Whitlow’s! Forget your troubles, and let’s get HAPPY! Revel in the ridiculousness with your host, Tara Hoot, as she takes you to Camp Tutti Fruiti Hoot where you can enjoy amazing performances by Vagenesis and Olive Ghardon, play - [ArtRave's call out for artisans!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/artraves-call-out-for-artisans-577/) - As we approach our 16th year, we are currently inviting talented artisans in various art forms such as fine art, fashion wear, woodcrafts, handcrafts, book authors, nostalgia, and gourmet goods to apply for Saturdays at our Dupont Circle venue. This includes notable upcoming shows like Art All Night, which usually attracts around 3,000 attendees, and - [The Best Maid Service in D.C. Goes to… Well-Paid Maids!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/the-best-maid-service-in-dc-goes-to-well-paid-maids-575/) - Well-Paid Maids received some exciting news last week. We were voted the best maid service in Washington City Paper’s annual Best of D.C. contest! This is our fourth consecutive year — and fifth year all together — snagging the No. 1 spot. We feel incredibly proud of our team and very thankful for our loyal - [Free Paint Drop-off and Giveaway Event on August 10th](https://www.popville.com/announcements/free-paint-drop-off-and-giveaway-event-on-august-10th-572/) - Got leftover paint that you no longer need? Recycle it! PaintCare is hosting a free and convenient leftover paint drop-off and giveaway event at Ida B. Wells Middle School (405 Sheridan St NW, Washington, D.C. 20011) on August 10th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Households may bring any amount of house paint or primer, - [ArtRave & DC Civic groups combine for a spectacular artisan event of the year "Dog Days of August](https://www.popville.com/announcements/artrave-dc-civic-groups-combine-for-a-spectacular-artisan-event-of-the-year-dog-days-of-august-571/) - It's that time of year again for a special event! ArtRave, along with DC civic groups, is presenting its annual "Dog Days" of August event, Saturday August 3rd, 14th & P St, N.W. which attracts many thousands of loyal shoppers. The event started as a way for merchants to clear stock through sidewalk sales in - [With 300+ reviews, Well-Paid Maids is Proud of Its 4.9-Star rating](https://www.popville.com/announcements/with-300-reviews-well-paid-maids-is-proud-of-its-49-star-rating-569/) - Well-Paid Maids, the only certified living-wage cleaning company in the D.C. area, is celebrating a big milestone: More than 300 Google reviews! Even more, we have a 4.9-star rating. That’s because we give our cleaners — who are trusted W-2 employees — the compensation, security and dignity they deserve. Wages start at $24 an hour, - [Beat the heat: Get a professional home cleaning from Well-Paid Maids](https://www.popville.com/announcements/beat-the-heat-get-a-professional-home-cleaning-from-well-paid-maids-566/) - Last week, the Post reported that D.C. was experiencing the most intense stretch of heat since the Dust Bowl. The good news is we should get a break from the 100-degree temps this week, but the bad news is we’re not even halfway through summer. Our best suggestion to beat the heat? Stay home and - [Housewives Night Out with Melissa Gorga, Karen Huger, Dorinda Medley, and Lisa Barlow! October 5](https://www.popville.com/announcements/housewives-night-out-with-melissa-gorga-karen-huger-dorinda-medley-and-lisa-barlow-october-5-565/) - Get ready for Housewives Night Out! An unforgettable evening of gossip, games, and glam with your favorite reality TV stars: Melissa Gorga, Karen Huger, Dorinda Medley, and Lisa Barlow. Hear firsthand how their lives have changed, discover behind-the-scenes filming secrets, and learn how they've built successful businesses outside of the show. During the event, you'll - [Farm fresh ice cream, shakes and smoothies](https://www.popville.com/announcements/farm-fresh-ice-cream-shakes-and-smoothies-563/) - In addition to Frozen Yogurt, soft serve ice cream and sorbets, we are proud to introduce locally sourced Farm Fresh scooped ice cream, we now have milk shakes and smoothies, fresh made to order. Sundaes and banana splits as well. Mention at the register this post and receive 15% off! - [Are you looking for a therapist in the Washington D.C. area?](https://www.popville.com/announcements/are-you-looking-for-a-therapist-in-the-washington-dc-area-560/) - Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious? Our dedicated team of mental health professionals is here to help you navigate life's challenges and achieve emotional balance from the comfort of your home. We offer a wide range of services tailored to meet your unique needs, including individual therapy, couples counseling, group therapy, and specialized programs - [Meet Jill, Well-Paid Maids’ weekend cleaner](https://www.popville.com/announcements/meet-jill-well-paid-maids-weekend-cleaner-558/) - Back in March, Well-Paid Maids opened up cleaning appointments for Saturdays and Sundays, so we hired Jill as a part-time weekend cleaner. The rave reviews for Jill are already rolling in! Here’s a recent one: “We are so happy with Jill’s work deep cleaning our house. She was very thorough with some pretty tough areas. - [You Deserve to Feel Better, Cherry Blossom Healing Arts Can Help](https://www.popville.com/announcements/you-deserve-to-feel-better-cherry-blossom-healing-arts-can-help-556/) - Cherry Blossom Healing Arts is Washington DC’s best acupuncture and herbal medicine clinic. Located in Woodley Park, DC, we practice integrative medicine and take a personalized approach to your healthcare needs. We have helped thousands of busy Washingtonians improve their health and quality of life through treatment in our clinic. Cherry Blossom Healing Arts is - [Well-Paid Maids: “If You’re Not Satisfied, We’re Not Satisfied”](https://www.popville.com/announcements/well-paid-maids-if-youre-not-satisfied-were-not-satisfied-552/) - The District’s living-wage cleaning company Well-Paid Maids guarantees your satisfaction. If you’re not happy with your home cleaning, you can schedule a free follow-up. It’s worth noting this only happens on the rarest of occasions because Well-Paid Maids’ cleaners are committed to doing outstanding work. That’s why the company has more than 300 Google reviews - [Well-Paid Maids Cleaners Get Paid $24/Hour — and Access to Great Benefits](https://www.popville.com/announcements/well-paid-maids-cleaners-get-paid-24hour-and-access-to-great-benefits-551/) - By now, you know Well-Paid Maids is a cleaning company that pays cleaners fair, living wages of at least $24 an hour. After all, it’s in the name! But what you might not know is that employees also get benefits, including paid time off for the Fourth of July. It’s one of 24 paid days - [Free Science Festival in Adams Morgan this weekend!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/free-science-festival-in-adams-morgan-this-weekend-548/) - The hands-on event space at Because Science, called the Craft Lab, is celebrating one year of offering science + art activities to the community! Celebrate with us this weekend, 12-6 both days, with nonstop free activities for kids + adults. Click to see the schedule, which includes activities like space painting, lamp making, origami, and - [Well-Paid Maids drops prices on larger home cleanings](https://www.popville.com/announcements/well-paid-maids-drops-prices-on-larger-home-cleanings-546/) - Back in January, Well-Paid Maids declared 2024 the Year of the Customer. So far, we’ve implemented a better online booking system, discounts for recurring customers and weekend cleans. We have another exciting update: We’re cutting prices on all cleanings 4BD/2BA and larger. You can save up to $130 per cleaning! We decided to drop prices - [Get Your Home Summer Ready With Well-Paid Maids](https://www.popville.com/announcements/get-your-home-summer-ready-with-well-paid-maids-542/) - School is out. The heat is here. The official first day of summer is right around the corner. You know what that means… It's time to start the season off with a professional home cleaning with Well-Paid Maids. Well-Paid Maids isn’t your run-of-the-mill cleaning company. It’s the only certified living-wage cleaning company in the D.C. - [Capital Blend Sweet Sixteen: See DC's Premier Upper Voices A Cappella Group June 29](https://www.popville.com/announcements/capital-blend-sweet-sixteen-see-dcs-premier-upper-voices-a-cappella-group-june-29-543/) - To celebrate our establishment (but hey, it's way more fun just to call it a birthday, right?) in 2008, we invite you to our Sweet 16 concert featuring songs originally performed by Janelle Monae, Florence & The Machine, Harry Styles, Silk Sonic and more! WHAT: Capital Blend's "Sweet 16" A Cappella Concert WHEN: Saturday, June - [Buy 1 Day Pass & Get a Blossom Espresso Martini 4 Pack](https://www.popville.com/announcements/buy-1-day-pass-get-a-blossom-espresso-martini-4-pack-541/) - Meet The Mark, design driven, service-forward workspaces in Washington, DC’s favorite neighborhoods. With private offices, designated desks, touchdown common space workstations, day passes and flex space to host your next event, The Mark offers more choices tailored for every professional. Book a day pass at The Mark Manhattan Laundry or The Mark Wonder Bread. One - [Concerts this Friday and Saturday by DC's Premier Choral Ensemble - the 18th Street Singers!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/concerts-this-friday-and-saturday-by-dcs-premier-choral-ensemble-the-18th-street-singers-537/) - Across five sections, the 18th Street Singers spring concert—"Heartsong of a Nation: An American Choral Tapestry”—is an immersive journey through the songs of America, inviting audiences to embrace the diverse voices and stories that shape our collective choral tapestry. Repertoire will include contemporary works by Yannick Morgan (a world premiere!) and Ayanna Woods, inventive arrangements - [Well-Paid Maids Celebrates International Domestic Workers Day](https://www.popville.com/announcements/well-paid-maids-celebrates-international-domestic-workers-day-535/) - June 16 is International Domestic Workers Day, and Well-Paid Maids is celebrating! International Domestic Workers Day honors house cleaners, nannies and care workers. It marks the anniversary of the 2011 passage of the International Labour Organization Convention that established international labor laws for domestic workers. This was a major step in the right direction — - [Tara Hoot's Campy Brunch Bingo at Whitlow's DC! June 23rd at 12:30!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/tara-hoots-campy-brunch-bingo-at-whitlows-dc-june-23rd-at-1230-540/) - Washington, DC! Let’s choose taters over haters, darlings! It’s DC’s ONLY Drag Brunch Bingo and it’s only at Whitlow’s! Forget your troubles, and let’s get HAPPY! Revel in the ridiculousness with your host, Tara Hoot, as she takes you to Camp Tutti Fruiti Hoot where you can enjoy amazing performances by Venus Valhalla and Mari - [Estate Planning Webinar for Parents](https://www.popville.com/announcements/estate-planning-webinar-for-parents-534/) - Unlock Peace of Mind for Your Family! Join our FREE Estate Planning Webinar for Parents. 🗓️ Date: June 13, 2024 🕗 Time: 8:00 p.m. Are you a parent with minor children, concerned about making sure your children are taken care of no matter what happens? Don’t miss our webinar featuring Rose Whelan, a dedicated estate - [Attend our Garden Party at the French Embassy](https://www.popville.com/announcements/attend-our-garden-party-at-the-french-embassy-531/) - To celebrate the arrival of the summer, we invite you to a unique evening in the lush gardens of the French Embassy. The French Touch : come spend your Friday evening in the French Embassy's expansive and beautiful outdoor space to mix and mingle with francophiles, French VIPs, diplomats, professionals and business people. Important: This - [Well-Paid Maids Celebrates 7 Years of Paying Living Wages](https://www.popville.com/announcements/well-paid-maids-celebrates-7-years-of-paying-living-wages-533/) - Aaron Seyedian launched the home cleaning company Well-Paid Maids in June 2017 and, that August, began offering cleaning services around the D.C. area with his staff of three — including himself. At the time, he paid cleaners a living wage of $16 an hour, plus benefits. Here’s what he told The Washington Post in September - [Meet Karen, Well-Paid Maids’ Newest Operations Manager](https://www.popville.com/announcements/meet-karen-well-paid-maids-newest-operations-manager-529/) - Karen joined the Well-Paid Maids team as a cleaner in January 2021, and she was recently promoted to an operations manager! This well-deserved promotion is part of Well-Paid Maids’ effort to deliver better customer service with responses to phone calls and emails seven days a week. To celebrate Karen’s promotion, we caught up with her - [Potomac Roasting Has New Coffee, New Deals, and Same Good Karma](https://www.popville.com/announcements/potomac-roasting-has-new-coffee-new-deals-and-same-good-karma-525/) - The Potomac Roasting Company is stocked with excellent coffee to meet almost any palate. But that’s not the only good news. We now offer free shipping for orders over $35. The Potomac Roasting Company is a local micro-roaster specializing in artisan coffee. We precision roast high-quality beans sourced from small farms in Latin America and - [Brick Penguin: Apologies to Taylor Swift](https://www.popville.com/announcements/brick-penguin-apologies-to-taylor-swift-524/) - Join local sketch comedy legends (in our own minds) Brick Penguin for an evening of live, dark, rip-roaring sketch comedy. See D.C.'s longest-running sketch comedy group do what they do best, when they're not performing across the country in places such as the terrifying Philadelphia, the gooey Chicago, the M&M Store-y New York City, and - [Puccini in Paris at Embassy of France](https://www.popville.com/announcements/puccini-in-paris-at-embassy-of-france-521/) - IN COMMEMORATION OF THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PASSING OF GIACOMO PUCCINI JOIN US FOR OUR SPRING FUNDRAISER IN OUR EARLY-20TH CENTURY PARIS CAFÉ. Step into the enchanting world of Giacomo Puccini as the Washington Opera Society proudly presents an extraordinary concert that brings the timeless beauty and passionate drama of Puccini's operas to life. - [Cast Your Vote for Best Maid Service in D.C.](https://www.popville.com/announcements/cast-your-vote-for-best-maid-service-in-dc-517/) - Washington City Paper is hosting its annual Best of D.C. contest — and Well-Paid Maids is eyeing the Best Maid Service category. If you missed it: Well-Paid Maids has secured first place for the past three years. Can you help us snag gold again? Simply go to the ballot and write in your vote for - [Spend an Evening in Paris at the Embassy of France](https://www.popville.com/announcements/spend-an-evening-in-paris-at-the-embassy-of-france-512/) - The French-American Chamber of Commerce invites you to an event that is sure to be one of the highlights of the year: spend an evening in the City of Light and celebrate everything Paris without leaving DC! On the Menu: Delicious French food Hors-d'oeuvres and buffets prepared by Chef Daniel Labonne, Executive Chef of the - [Well-Paid Maids Shares Pro Spring Cleaning Tips](https://www.popville.com/announcements/well-paid-maids-shares-pro-spring-cleaning-tips-510/) - We’re about a month out from summer. That means you’ve still got time for spring cleaning! Lexi Grant, an operations manager at Well-Paid Maids, shared her go-to spring cleaning tips with WTOP News. Step one? Declutter. Get rid of items you don’t use, find space for items that need a home and organize those areas. - [Puccini's Fanciulla del West @ French Embassy](https://www.popville.com/announcements/puccinis-fanciulla-del-west-french-embassy-513/) - In Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of the Passing of Giacomo Puccini The Washington Opera Society Presents Giacomo Puccini’s "La Fanciulla del West" Featuring: Jonathan Burton, Michael Butler, Kristin Sampson, Kevin Short, with Adam Cioffari, Andrew Boivert, Peter Burroughs, Collin Power, Josh Bates, Carl Rosenthal, Jude Regan, Jose Sacin, Solomon Collins, Anamer Castrello, Noah Mond, - [It's DC's ONLY Drag Brunch Bingo! Sunday, May 19 at 12:30!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/its-dcs-only-drag-brunch-bingo-sunday-may-19-at-1230-507/) - Washington, DC! Let's choose taters over haters, darlings! It's DC's ONLY Drag Brunch Bingo and it's only at Whitlow's! Forget your troubles, and let's get HAPPY! Revel in the ridiculousness with your host, Tara Hoot, as she takes you to Camp Tutti Fruiti Hoot where you can enjoy amazing performances by Shelita Ramen and Mari - [For Mother’s Day, give the gift of a clean home from Well-Paid Maids](https://www.popville.com/announcements/for-mothers-day-give-the-gift-of-a-clean-home-from-well-paid-maids-504/) - Finding a gift for moms can be difficult. Google “Mother’s Day gifts,” and you’ll scroll through endless lists of beauty products, candles and fuzzy robes. Sure, those are sweet, but sometimes it’s fun to surprise loved ones with something a little more, well, practical! Here’s one idea: Give her a gift certificate for a home - [A Mindful IRL Event for Singles](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-mindful-irl-event-for-singles-499/) - Spring into a new dating experience with The Feels. The format fuses meditation + somatic elements like eye gazes + prompts + compliments. It’s designed to leave you feeling seen + heard. Developed in partnership with Columbia university, ongoing research shows its 2x more effective than a typical singles event + 70% of all attendees - [A Special Pricing for A Spring Serenade 10 May](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-special-pricing-for-a-spring-serenade-10-may-502/) - Under the Gracious Patronage of Minister Adrián Nador, Chargé d’affaires Embassy of Argentina Featuring Gustavo Ahualli, Melanie Ashkar, Juliette Di Bello, Israel Lozano Under the Direction of José Antonio Espinal, piano accompaniment Wine Reception/Light Supper 6:30 PM Performance 8 PM $50 with Promo Code WOS2024 Students $25Click Here for Tickets - [How to save money on every home cleaning with Well-Paid Maids](https://www.popville.com/announcements/how-to-save-money-on-every-home-cleaning-with-well-paid-maids-495/) - Good news, D.C. area. You can save money on your next home cleaning with Well-Paid Maids. It’s easy! We offer a discount when you set up recurring cleans — and the discounts just increased this week! For weekly cleans, get $30 off each cleaning. For biweekly cleans, get $25 off each cleaning. For monthly cleans, - [Potomac Harmony Hits on All the High Notes!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/potomac-harmony-hits-on-all-the-high-notes-490/) - Potomac Harmony is Back! Following a gap year of competing, then virtual rehearsals during the pandemic, followed by the well-earned retirement of our long-term director, a year of a director search, Potomac Harmony hit the regional contest stage in Concord, North Carolina in March for the first time since 2018! It was exhilarating, reaffirming, and - [A Special Pricing for A Spring Serenade 10 May](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-special-pricing-for-a-spring-serenade-10-may-496/) - Under the Gracious Patronage of Minister Adrián Nador, Chargé d'affaires Embassy of Argentina Featuring: Israel Lozano, Juliette di Bello, Gustavo Ahualli Under the Direction of José Antonio Espinal, piano accompaniment Wine Reception/Light Supper 6:30 PM Performance 8 PMClick Here for Tickets - [Are you looking to improve your mental health? Now accepting new therapy clients.](https://www.popville.com/announcements/are-you-looking-to-improve-your-mental-health-now-accepting-new-therapy-clients-492/) - Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Struggling with anxiety, depression, or unresolved trauma? Take the first step towards healing and reclaiming your life with our professional psychotherapy services. At Peaceful Mind Solutions, we understand that mental health is just as important as physical health. Our team of compassionate and experienced therapists is here to - [Work from home? The benefits of booking a cleaning with Well-Paid Maids](https://www.popville.com/announcements/work-from-home-the-benefits-of-booking-a-cleaning-with-well-paid-maids-482/) - For many remote workers, a messy home is distracting. You’re getting pulled into meetings, and your unread emails keep ticking up. But you can’t focus because pet hair tumbleweeds keep floating across the floor, your desk has a fine layer of dust and you keep your video off in meetings so no one sees the - [Estate Planning Webinar for Parents](https://www.popville.com/announcements/estate-planning-webinar-for-parents-483/) - Unlock Peace of Mind for Your Family! Join our FREE Estate Planning Webinar for Parents. 🗓️ Date: April 25, 2024 🕗 Time: 8:00 p.m. Are you a parent with minor children, concerned about making sure your children are taken care of no matter what happens? Don’t miss our webinar featuring Rose Whelan, a dedicated estate - [A Spring Serenade 10 May @ Ward Hall - Catholic University of America](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-spring-serenade-10-may-ward-hall-catholic-university-of-america-478/) - An Operatic Serenade Featuring: Gustavo Ahualli, Juliette Di Bello* And Israel Lozano Under the Direction of José Antonio Espinal, piano accompaniment Wine Reception/Light Supper 6:30 PM Performance 8 PM Front Reserved $80 Unreserved $70 Students $25 Free Parking Miss Di Bello appears through the generosity of the Juilliard School Click here for Tickets - [Get a Free Ego Power+ Electric Lawn Tool When You Trade-In Your Gas-Powered Version](https://www.popville.com/announcements/get-a-free-ego-power-electric-lawn-tool-when-you-trade-in-your-gas-powered-version-475/) - To celebrate Air Quality Awareness Week (May 6-10, 2024), Clean Air Partners is working with A Few Cool Hardware Stores to exchange DC, Maryland and Virginia residents’ gas-powered lawnmowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers at select Ace Hardware locations in the region. DMV residents who turn in their gas-powered lawn tools will receive a FREE Ego - [$15,000 Artist Grants](https://www.popville.com/announcements/15000-artist-grants-473/) - We are excited to announce that the 2024 Washington Award application opened today! The 2024 Washington Award offers four cash prize awards of $15,000 for individual artists working in the field of music, dance, visual arts, and interdisciplinary practice (one award per category). This award, one of the largest grants in D.C. available to individual - [Why Well-Paid Maids is committed to using safe cleaning products](https://www.popville.com/announcements/why-well-paid-maids-is-committed-to-using-safe-cleaning-products-468/) - Unlike our competitors, Well-Paid Maids doesn’t clean your home with harsh chemicals. Instead, we handpick cleaning products rated “safest” by the Environmental Working Group, the leading rating organization regarding product safety. The reason is threefold. First, using safe cleaning products ensures toxic chemicals won’t leak into waterways or harm wildlife if disposed of improperly. Second, - [It's DC's ONLY Drag Bingo Brunch! Sunday 4/21 at Whitlow's!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/its-dcs-only-drag-bingo-brunch-sunday-421-at-whitlows-465/) - Looking for something campy, ridiculous and totally fun!? Then pitch your tents and grab your pokers and come to DC's ONLY Drag Brunch Bingo hosted by Tara Hoot at Whitlow's! Tickets are only $10 and you can add bottomless drinks and tasty entrees. This month we're featuring performances by the amazing Venus Valhalla and Mari - [What recent reviewers say about Well-Paid Maids (including a 5-year-old)](https://www.popville.com/announcements/what-recent-reviewers-say-about-well-paid-maids-including-a-5-year-old-463/) - There’s a reason Well-Paid Maids has hundreds of positive reviews from happy clients. The home cleaning company pays cleaners — who are W-2 employees — a living wage starting at $24 an hour. Plus, cleaners are offered benefits, including insurance, 24 paid days off a year, 100% employer-paid commuting costs and more. Lexi Grant, an - [A Spring Serenade 10 May](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-spring-serenade-10-may-460/) - Ward Hall - Catholic University of America Featuring: Israel Lozano, Gustavo Ahualli, Juliette Di Bello* Under the Direction of José Antonio Espinal, piano accompaniment Wine Reception/Light Supper 6:30 PM Performance 8 PM Front Reserved $80 Unreserved $70 Students $25 Free Parking Miss Di Bello appears through the generosity of the Juilliard School Click here for - [Huge 50th Anniversary Contra Dance at Glen Echo Park April 5th](https://www.popville.com/announcements/huge-50th-anniversary-contra-dance-at-glen-echo-park-april-5th-458/) - Try contra dancing this Friday--the energy will be through the roof and it's FREE! Beginners' lesson is at 7:30pm in the Glen Echo Park Spanish Ballroom, followed by the dance from 8pm until 11pm. For 50 years the folk dance revival made Glen Echo the biggest weekly contra dance in the world. We're celebrating this - [Giacomo Puccini's La Fanciulla del West](https://www.popville.com/announcements/giacomo-puccinis-la-fanciulla-del-west-461/) - In Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of the Passing of Giacomo Puccini Giacomo Puccini's La Fanciulla del West Featuring: Jonathan Burton as Dick Johnson, Kristin Sampson as Minnie, Kevin Short as Jack Rance, Michael Butler as Nick Maestro Julian Benichou, Conducting the Chorus & Orchestra of the Washington Opera Society The Atrium of the Embassy - [You Deserve to Feel Better](https://www.popville.com/announcements/you-deserve-to-feel-better-459/) - Cherry Blossom Healing Arts is Washington DC’s best acupuncture and herbal medicine clinic. Located in Woodley Park, DC, we practice integrative medicine and take a personalized approach to your healthcare needs. We have helped thousands of busy Washingtonians improve their health and quality of life through treatment in our clinic. We are an inclusive practice - [Free 15-Minute Consultation: Start Your Journey to Wellness with Psychotherapy](https://www.popville.com/announcements/free-15-minute-consultation-start-your-journey-to-wellness-with-psychotherapy-457/) - Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Do stress and anxiety seem to dominate your thoughts? At Peaceful Mind Solutions, we understand that navigating mental health can be daunting, but you don't have to do it alone. 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Unlike so many other cleaning services, you can feel good booking Well-Paid Maids to - [New: Well-Paid Maids Now Offers Weekend Cleanings](https://www.popville.com/announcements/new-well-paid-maids-now-offers-weekend-cleanings-439/) - Well-Paid Maids, the only certified living-wage cleaning company in the D.C. area, has always operated Monday to Friday. But last month, they asked customers: Would you prefer weekend cleanings? 33% responded "yes." That means Well-Paid Maids is now offering weekend cleanings! The goal is to make your life as easy as possible. If your weekday - [Roofers Union is BACK!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/roofers-union-is-back-438/) - Roofers is BACK!! Join us back at Roofers Union for Happy Hour EVERYDAY! **Beer $5 **Wine $6 **Cocktails $7 **.......and most importantly delicious FOOD for $8! Tuesday's $1 WINGS, $2 FRIES, $3 BEERS! Every Wednesday's Trivia Night!Make Reservations - [Well-Paid Maids Makes It Even Easier to Schedule a Home Cleaning](https://www.popville.com/announcements/well-paid-maids-makes-it-even-easier-to-schedule-a-home-cleaning-436/) - Well-Paid Maids recently unveiled a new scheduling system. That means it’s easier than ever to book your professional home cleaning with the only certified living-wage home cleaning service in the D.C. area. Here’s what to expect when you book your cleaning: Select your location. Choose your service (i.e. 1 BD/1BA). (This is also where you’ll - [Estate Planning Webinar for Parents](https://www.popville.com/announcements/estate-planning-webinar-for-parents-437/) - Unlock Peace of Mind for Your Family! Join our FREE Estate Planning Webinar for Parents. 🗓️ Date: March 28, 2024 🕗 Time: 8:00 p.m. Are you a parent with minor children, concerned about making sure your children are taken care of no matter what happens? Don't miss our webinar featuring Rose Whelan, a dedicated estate - [A Smart Strategy to Help Curb Allergies This Spring in D.C.](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-smart-strategy-to-help-curb-allergies-this-spring-in-dc-425/) - With spring on the horizon, we can count on seasonal allergies. Keeping your go-to allergy meds on hand and limiting your time outside can help. But there’s another simple step you can take: get a professional home cleaning with Well-Paid Maids. Wiping down surfaces, a proper dusting, a deep vacuum and more can help eliminate - [Escape the Bookshop extended to mid-May! Book now before it ends!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/escape-the-bookshop-extended-to-mid-may-book-now-before-it-ends-424/) - Escape the Bookshop II, the escape room experience at tiny bookshop HouseMouse Books and Vintage in Takoma Park, will wrap up its 2024 run in mid-May. Two weeks of dates have just been added to accommodate strong demand! Escape the Bookshop II is a limited-run, unique group puzzle game that is based on a real - [Rare historic house for sale in the small town of Clifton Va 30 miles from D.C.](https://www.popville.com/announcements/rare-historic-house-for-sale-in-the-small-town-of-clifton-va-30-miles-from-dc-420/) - Dreaming of small-town charm with big-city convenience? Look no further than 7156 Main St in Clifton, Virginia! Nestled just 30 miles from the heart of Washington D.C., this picturesque property offers the best of both worlds. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city to find tranquility in this quaint, historic town. With its tree-lined - [Better Coffee and Good Karma Are a Click Away; Local Delivery Available](https://www.popville.com/announcements/better-coffee-and-good-karma-are-a-click-away-local-delivery-available-413/) - The Potomac Roasting Company is a local micro-roaster specializing in artisan coffee. We precision roast high-quality specialty beans sourced from small farms in Latin America that are owned and operated by women. Your coffee will be roasted the way you want it and delivered fresh. As two former Peace Corps volunteers who served in Guatemala, - [Use Well-Paid Maids for a Spring Cleaning with Meaning!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/use-well-paid-maids-for-a-spring-cleaning-with-meaning-417/) - Want to get a head start on your spring cleaning? Use Well-Paid Maids, the DC area’s only certified living-wage home cleaning service. Well-Paid Maids pays all of its staff at least $24 per hour and provides a full benefits package including: • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance • 100% employer-paid commuting costs • 20 - [Confidently Kickoff Your Remodel! Join “Renovators 101 for Women” with HardHat Diplomat - March 23](https://www.popville.com/announcements/confidently-kickoff-your-remodel-join-renovators-101-for-women-with-hardhat-diplomat-march-23-415/) - Overcome renovation anxiety and boost your confidence at the "Renovators 101” workshop by HardHat Diplomat! Initially inspired to support women homeowners, this gender-inclusive workshop promises practical learning and guidance for all. "Renovators 101" is our answer to the overwhelming demand for resources to simplify the renovation process, welcoming anyone eager to master home improvement and - [Venture X Coworking- Now open](https://www.popville.com/announcements/venture-x-coworking-now-open-416/) - Venture X's new high-end coworking space is now open on Columbia Road! Our coworking office spaces offer all the components of a traditional office space but with the dress-for-success vibe and boutique-style hospitality of an executive working environment without the hassle of going downtown. We get that your need for flexible space shouldn’t preclude your - [Martha's Table Hosts Teacher Hiring Fair, offering a $3,000 Sign-on Bonus](https://www.popville.com/announcements/marthas-table-hosts-teacher-hiring-fair-offering-a-3000-sign-on-bonus-414/) - Martha’s Table hosts a Teacher Hiring Fair to recruit Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers. During the Hiring Fair, they will host on-site interviews, and successful candidates can receive job offers, a $3,000 sign-on bonus, and generous benefits. Candidates should bring copies of their education credentials, resume, and (3) professional employer references to the event. • - [A Night On The Riviera Event at The French Embassy](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-night-on-the-riviera-event-at-the-french-embassy-410/) - 🎉 Tonight, we invite you to the French Riviera, one of the most exciting places on earth – without ever boarding a plane! And celebrate Mardi Gras and the Carnival of Nice on French soil as we welcome you to a special evening at the Embassy of France! From the elegance of classical French culture - [Well-Paid Maids is For Real](https://www.popville.com/announcements/well-paid-maids-is-for-real-407/) - If you're an avid Popville reader, you've heard the Well-Paid Maids pitch many times. A living wage. A great benefits package. Advocacy on behalf of all workers. But how do you know it's real? These days, every company wants you to believe they're saving the planet or changing the world, so we understand if you - [A Night On The Riviera Event at The French Embassy](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-night-on-the-riviera-event-at-the-french-embassy-405/) - 🎉 Tonight, we invite you to the French Riviera, one of the most exciting places on earth – without ever boarding a plane! And celebrate Mardi Gras and the Carnival of Nice on French soil as we welcome you to a special evening at the Embassy of France! From the elegance of classical French culture - [Jaida Essence Hall joins Drag Me To The Disco on March 2!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/jaida-essence-hall-joins-drag-me-to-the-disco-on-march-2-406/) - An electrifying evening of drag extravagance featuring sensational performances from Rupaul’s Drag Race Season 12 Winner Jaida Essence Hall, Vanessa Vanjie Matteo, Mistress Isabelle Brooks and Luxx Noir London at The Howard Theatre on March 2! Your beloved D.C. queens- Cake Pop, Crystal Edge, Dreux Sidora and Crimsyn- open the show. Afterwards, LET LOOSE and - [Use DC’s Only Living Wage Home Cleaning Service!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/use-dcs-only-living-wage-home-cleaning-service-400/) - Want to get a head start on your spring cleaning? Use Well-Paid Maids, the DC area’s only certified living-wage home cleaning service. Well-Paid Maids pays all of its staff at least $24 per hour and provides a full benefits package including: • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance • 100% employer-paid commuting costs • 20 - [Kickoff Atlas Intersections Festival 2024 with Tara Hoot! February 3rd at 8pm!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/kickoff-atlas-intersections-festival-2024-with-tara-hoot-february-3rd-at-8pm-390/) - Darlings, you're GORGEOUS, and local DC drag queen Tara Hoot wants to tell you that in person! Help her kickoff Atlas Intersections Festival 2024 at 8pm on February 3rd at Altas Performing Arts Center! A Hoot in the Holler will be a night of stories, songs, and radical emotional availability in her typical inspiration style! - [AC Milan Academy Virginia Open Soccer Tryouts](https://www.popville.com/announcements/ac-milan-academy-virginia-open-soccer-tryouts-392/) - The AC Milan Academy of Virginia is hosting open tryouts for the Spring 2024 EDP season. Boys from U9 - U16 and girls from U11 - U16 are welcome to join us. Tryouts will be held On February 3rd from 9:30am until 12:30pm at King Abdullah Academy Turf Field 2949 Education Dr Herndon VA 20171Register - [Drag Me To The Disco! March 2 @ Howard Theatre](https://www.popville.com/announcements/drag-me-to-the-disco-march-2-howard-theatre-363/) - An electrifying evening of drag extravagance featuring sensational performances from Rupaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6 Winner Kylie Sonique Love, Vanessa Vanjie Matteo, Mistress Isabelle Brooks and Luxx Noir London! Your beloved D.C. queens- Cake Pop!, Crystal Edge, Dreux Sidora and Crimsyn- open the show. Afterwards, LET LOOSE and dance the night away to infectious - [Renaissance Romances: An Evening of Arias, Duets & Merriment](https://www.popville.com/announcements/renaissance-romances-an-evening-of-arias-duets-merriment-381/) - Start the year off right by helping support a wonderful not-for-profit organization in the Nation’s Capital for our first fundraiser of 2024! Join us for a festive celebration, dedicated to some of the finest melodies of the operatic cannon and the holiday season. Maestro Julien Benichou will bring his infectious energy as he leads the - [Get your safe home essential aging in place safety audit and 2 free grab bars installed for $399](https://www.popville.com/announcements/get-your-safe-home-essential-aging-in-place-safety-audit-and-2-free-grab-bars-installed-for-399-361/) - Are you concerned about the well-being of your aging parent or loved one at home? Discover peace of mind with our Aging in Place Assessment and Grab Bar Installation for only $399! Normally $589 At Safe Home Renovators, we understand the importance of ensuring your loved one's comfort and security. Our Aging in Place Assessment - [Volunteer on Christmas Day](https://www.popville.com/announcements/volunteer-on-christmas-day-359/) - Join hundreds of volunteers to prepare and serve meals, sing carols, make deliveries, and bring holiday cheer to homeless shelters, senior rehabilitation facilities, hospitals, and nursing homes around the DC metro area this Christmas Day. You might meet your soul mate like the original organizers of this project 37 years ago! Pre-registration is required to - [A Dickens Holiday Opera-Fest 15 December](https://www.popville.com/announcements/a-dickens-holiday-opera-fest-15-december-354/) - You are cordially invited to the Washington Opera Society's exclusive Christmas/Hannukah Party! We are pleased to welcome our great opera stars to the company! Juliette Di Bello, Manuela Tomasz Korossy, Kristin Sampson from the NY City Opera Company, and Kevin Short of the Metropolitan Opera. Don't miss this unique holiday concert of seasonal favorites and - [Marriage of Figaro at Austrian Embassy 1 December](https://www.popville.com/announcements/marriage-of-figaro-at-austrian-embassy-1-december-352/) - You are cordially invited to the Embassy of Austria for a thrilling evening with Mozart. What a better way to spend Christmas and Hannukah! Our full orchestra and lead singers, some of whom sing at the Met, will appeal to teens as they begin their journey to the classics! We expect to be sold out - [Book an Escape Room at HouseMouse, Takoma Park’s Tiny Used Bookshop](https://www.popville.com/announcements/book-an-escape-room-at-housemouse-takoma-parks-tiny-used-bookshop-343/) - Come solve a crime that took place in Takoma Park 130 years ago! HouseMouse Books and Vintage is excited to announce the debut of Escape the Bookshop II, our new limited-run escape room experience. Escape the Bookshop II is a unique group puzzle game that is based on a real crime that took place in - [Marriage of Figaro at Austrian Embassy](https://www.popville.com/announcements/marriage-of-figaro-at-austrian-embassy-349/) - You are cordially invited to the Embassy of Austria for a thrilling evening with Mozart. What a better way to spend Christmas and Hannukah! Our full orchestra and lead singers, some of whom sing at the Met, will appeal to teens as they begin their journey to the classics! We expect to be sold out - [Shop Current Boutique for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday](https://www.popville.com/announcements/shop-current-boutique-for-black-friday-and-small-business-saturday-348/) - Unwrap the magic of Black Friday and Small Business Saturday all weekend at Current Boutique! Dive into luxury with exclusive deals on pre-loved designer treasures, celebrating sustainable fashion with every purchase. Whether in-store or online, indulge in guilt-free glamour and support local businesses. ✨🛍️👗 💥 Sale: 25% off everything & 50% off tall boots 📅 - [Ten Thousand Villages Craft Market, Rug Event, & Bake Sale](https://www.popville.com/announcements/ten-thousand-villages-craft-market-rug-event-bake-sale-345/) - The annual Hyattsville Mennonite Church Ten Thousand Villages Craft Market & Bake Sale is happening Saturday, Nov. 18, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM at the church at 4217 East-West Highway, Hyattsville, MD 20782 (near the Hyattsville Crossing metro station on the green line). Shop Ten Thousand Villages (TTV) products along with those not available through TTV, including - [You Deserve to Feel Better](https://www.popville.com/announcements/you-deserve-to-feel-better-344/) - Cherry Blossom Healing Arts is Washington DC’s best acupuncture and herbal medicine clinic. Located in Woodley Park, DC, we practice integrative medicine and take a personalized approach to your healthcare needs. We have helped thousands of busy Washingtonians improve their health and quality of life through treatment in our clinic. Cherry Blossom Healing Arts is - [Canino Dog Boutique is finally open!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/canino-dog-boutique-is-finally-open-342/) - We're FINALLY open! Canino is a woman and Latina owned small business that specializes in carrying unique dog and cat products from high quality brands you can't find in large chain stores. Our carefully curated inventory includes leashes, collars, food, treats, toys, accessories, and more! Please come celebrate with us this Sunday November 5th and - [Bistro Cacao Holiday Offerings](https://www.popville.com/announcements/bistro-cacao-holiday-offerings-334/) - Bistro Cacao will be open on Thanksgiving serving a 3-course special menu between 12pm-8pm starting at $65 pp excluding service fees and tax. Additionally, the To-Go Thanksgiving feast which includes a whole roasted 12-15 pound turkey, foie gras stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy, green beans, and sweet potato puree will be available for online ordering for - [75th Annual Armenian Fall Food Festival](https://www.popville.com/announcements/75th-annual-armenian-fall-food-festival-306/) - St. Mary Armenian Church will hold its 75th Annual Armenian Fall Food Festival October 6-7 from 11am - 8pm at St. Mary Armenian Apostolic Church (4135 Fessenden St. NW). Traditional Armenian Food will be available for both Carry-out and Dine-in including Lamb and Chicken Kabobs, Cheese Boreg, Baklava and a wide variety of other delicious - [Join Generation Hope’s Child Care Volunteer Team! 📣](https://www.popville.com/announcements/join-generation-hopes-child-care-volunteer-team-317/) - At Generation Hope, we're dedicated to supporting teen parents in college as they work toward earning their degrees. We are in need of caring child care volunteers for upcoming events on Saturday, October 21st (in Washington, DC), and Saturday, November 4th (in Arlington, VA). Join our growing volunteer community and support us at an event - [Vietnam Week Returns This Week!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/vietnam-week-returns-this-week-315/) - Vietnam Week Returns! Mark your calendars for an exciting week-long celebration of Vietnamese culture and arts right here in DC. Vietnam Week is an annual tradition that brings our community together through a series of themed events, including film screenings, fine art exhibitions, mouthwatering cuisine, captivating live performances, and much more! Vietnam Week aligns with - [Science Festival this weekend at Because Science](https://www.popville.com/announcements/science-festival-this-weekend-at-because-science-314/) - Come join us at Because Science in Adams Morgan for an exciting event that celebrates the wonders of science! Get ready to immerse yourself in a weekend filled with interactive projects, thrilling experiments, and challenges that meld science + art. Whether you’re a science enthusiast, a curious mind, or just looking for a fun-filled day, - [Anniversary Knife Sharpening Sale](https://www.popville.com/announcements/anniversary-knife-sharpening-sale-301/) - District Cutlery is celebrating their 10th and 11th anniversaries this week (we forgot last year) and offering customers 25% off all sharpening services. Walk-in service at Union Market is welcome or you can make arrangements for mail-in service on their website. Typical turn-around is less than an hour (but sometimes the queue gets long). DMV's - [Girls in Gear Life Skills Through Biking](https://www.popville.com/announcements/girls-in-gear-life-skills-through-biking-302/) - Girls in Gear is a Non-Profit that teaches girls age 5+ life skills through bike skills. We aim to get your girl to fall in love with herself, her friends, and her bike! Registration is open across the DMV for our eight-week program that starts the weekend of September 23rd. Programming runs for 90 minutes - [Mieza Blendery open](https://www.popville.com/announcements/mieza-blendery-open-298/) - Mieza Blendery Open in Alexandria’s West End Mieza Blendery, located at 109 Clermont Avenue off Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria, was founded by Alex Lynch, a DC native, who fell in love with brewing Saison and Sour beer after college. As a home brewer he bought his first wine barrel in 2011 and has been brewing - [Shuck and Sip: $1 Oyster Tuesday's Hideout](https://www.popville.com/announcements/shuck-and-sip-1-oyster-tuesdays-hideout-297/) - Join us Tuesday's at your favorite "Hideout" for our Shuck and Sip event! We'll be serving up delicious oysters delivered fresh every Tuesday for just $1 each, along with your favorite drinks to wash them down. Our cozy and welcoming spot is the perfect place to unwind after a long day at work or catch - [Celebrate the District at the DC State Fair on Sunday, September 10, 2023](https://www.popville.com/announcements/celebrate-the-district-at-the-dc-state-fair-on-sunday-september-10-2023-288/) - The 14th annual celebration of all things Washington, DC will bring live performances, vendors, contests, and local artists to Franklin Park in Downtown Washington, DC. Date: Sunday, September 10, 2023 Time: 10AM - 5PM Location: Franklin Park | 1332 I Street NW, Washington, DC, 20005 The DC State Fair is a free all-ages annual event. - [Sunset Soirée: An Intimate Food Experience for a Cause](https://www.popville.com/announcements/sunset-soire-an-intimate-food-experience-for-a-cause-265/) - Join us for an unforgettable evening in Silver Spring, MD. Indulge in a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds while supporting two worthy causes--CCI Health Services and Chefs Stopping AAPI Hate. This intimate food experience will take place on Wed, Aug 09, 2023, starting at 6:30. Renowned chefs and local culinary talents will - [Queer Family Summer Sanctuary Premiers at Capital Fringe Festival, July 15-23](https://www.popville.com/announcements/queer-family-summer-sanctuary-premiers-at-capital-fringe-festival-july-15-23-246/) - It’s time to come to the River for a little respite, inspiration, and refreshment! Queer Family Summer Sanctuary is a new celebration of Indigenous+Black+POC+Queer heart, art, and soul in the midst of intensified LGBTQIA+ attack across the country. Inspired by 20th-century revivals, Summer Sanctuary invites its audience into catharsis through expression, music, and participation. This - [Make dreams come true for a young leader!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/make-dreams-come-true-for-a-young-leader-244/) - Consider hosting a U.S. Department of State-sponsored high school exchange student! These students have been selected for the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) program and offered scholarships to attend Barrie School (13500 Layhill Rd, Silver Spring, MD). Could you help welcome one of these students to DC or MD this August? Hosting is a great - [Now Accepting New Therapy Clients](https://www.popville.com/announcements/now-accepting-new-therapy-clients-233/) - Discover a Path to Inner Healing and Emotional Well-being! Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues? It's time to embark on a transformative journey towards self-discovery and healing. At our psychotherapy practice, we offer a safe and compassionate space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. - [Show off your Smile this Summer](https://www.popville.com/announcements/show-off-your-smile-this-summer-232/) - What's up, PoPville community? This is Dr. Charles White from Foxhall Dental Center, a general and cosmetic dental practice in NW. I'm reaching out with an important message-- don't forget about your teeth! Oral health directly impacts both your longevity and quality of life. With summer here and your smile sure to be showing, let's prioritize your dental - [Because Science Grand Opening Party](https://www.popville.com/announcements/because-science-grand-opening-party-231/) - 🎉 Get ready for the Grand Opening of Because Science and the launch of the Craft Lab in Adams Morgan! Join us this Saturday + Sunday from 11 am to 8 pm for rotating (free) science + art activities, a lab-themed photobooth, engineering challenges, and prize giveaways! This opening party is for adults and children - [You Deserve to Feel Better, Cherry Blossom Healing Arts Can Help](https://www.popville.com/announcements/you-deserve-to-feel-better-cherry-blossom-healing-arts-can-help-214/) - Cherry Blossom Healing Arts is Washington DC's best acupuncture and herbal medicine clinic. Located in Woodley Park, DC, we practice integrative medicine and take a personalized approach to your healthcare needs. We have helped thousands of busy Washingtonians improve their health and quality of life through treatment in our clinic. Cherry Blossom Healing Arts is - [Silver and Brass Restoration Services](https://www.popville.com/announcements/silver-and-brass-restoration-services-215/) - Mondays 10-4 (703)691-4190 Polishing • Plating • Repair Do you have an heirloom that is blackened with years of tarnish or in need of repair? The Silversmiths at Bel-Air House of Silver can restore your silver and brass heirlooms with expertise and love. They provide restoration for tea sets, flatware, hollowware, trays, candelabras, tortoise shell - [New Sustainable Fashion Brands & Events at Slow Down Market in Dupont](https://www.popville.com/announcements/new-sustainable-fashion-brands-events-at-slow-down-market-in-dupont-213/) - We are excited to announce the latest exciting new brand, Nary Resort, to join the growing list of local and global ethical brands at Slow Down Market. Come and discover this wonderful Brooklyn based resort collection, founded by three sisters making sustainable summer wear in a small sewing collective in Cambodia, using beautiful, deadstock linen. - [Now Accepting New Therapy Clients](https://www.popville.com/announcements/now-accepting-new-therapy-clients-211/) - Are you seeking a confidential space where you can explore your emotions, overcome challenges, and find inner peace? Look no further than our dedicated psychotherapy service! We understand that life can be overwhelming at times, and we're here to support you every step of the way.At Peaceful Mind Solutions, our passion lies in helping individuals - [Try 9 New Restaurants Before They Open At The New Kitchens On The Block Food Festival](https://www.popville.com/announcements/try-9-new-restaurants-before-they-open-at-the-new-kitchens-on-the-block-food-festival-200/) - New Kitchens On The Block IS BACK on Saturday, June 10 at Mess Hall! The ninth edition of the beloved food festival offers a onetime-only opportunity to savor signature dishes and drinks from 9 of DC’s most hyped new restaurants by the city’s buzziest, award-winningest chefs – before they open. Tickets available here. NKOTB 9’s participants - [Celebration of Construction on the National Mall Ready to Roll into Washington, DC](https://www.popville.com/announcements/celebration-of-construction-on-the-national-mall-ready-to-roll-into-washington-dc-186/) - From Sunday, May 14 through Tuesday, May 16, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) will be on the National Mall to host the Celebration of Construction on the National Mall from 9:00am - 5:00pm with construction equipment and technology on display for the public to experience. The event will span the National Mall from 9th - [Are You Ready For a Change? Accepting New Therapy Clients.](https://www.popville.com/announcements/are-you-ready-for-a-change-accepting-new-therapy-clients-195/) - Are you struggling to cope with anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns? Have you been feeling overwhelmed or stuck in your life? If so, psychotherapy may be the right choice for you.At our practice, we offer individualized and compassionate psychotherapy services to help you improve your mental health and overall well-being. Our team of - [Join the fun at a Tara Hoot event!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/join-the-fun-at-a-tara-hoot-event-194/) - You're invited to Tara Hoot's home away from home--Capitol Hill's Crazy Aunt Helen's! There's something for everyone! Story Time Brunch! Bingo and a Show! Pageants! Mother's Day! Find a Tara Hoot show that's perfect for you and get ready for some feel-good fun. Why? Because darlings, you're GORGEOUS and we can't wait to see you! - [Coming Soon to Adams Morgan - The Craft Lab](https://www.popville.com/announcements/coming-soon-to-adams-morgan-the-craft-lab-193/) - Calling all craft enthusiasts and science lovers in Adams Morgan! The Because Science store is thrilled to announce the highly-anticipated grand opening of The Craft Lab on June 24th! Step into a world of endless possibilities with our crafting workshops, engineering challenges, and a plethora of other fun experiments designed to bring out your inner - [Colorful Contemporary Ceramic Artist-Jewelers exhibit: RIPPLE EFFECT](https://www.popville.com/announcements/colorful-contemporary-ceramic-artist-jewelers-exhibit-ripple-effect-189/) - RIPPLE EFFECT, a group exhibition featuring seven contemporary artist-jewelers investigating the power of potential of ceramics in personal adornment. Influenced by and in response to the zeitgeist of our times, artists explore the voids and interstices between jewelry and the human form by manipulating clay, porcelain, and metal. The exhibition features artists Jen Allen, April - [Holi with The DC Sisters](https://www.popville.com/announcements/holi-with-the-dc-sisters-185/) - Come join the DC Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence in Meridian Hill Park on Sunday (4/30/23) at 1 pm as we celebrate Holi with a sweet spring blessing filled with joy and color. - [Post your announcement on PoPville!](https://www.popville.com/announcements/post-your-announcement-on-popville-182/) - We're happy to introduce a new addition to PoPville: user-submitted Announcements! This feature offers a cost-effective way for small businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations to share news and updates with locals. For $99, your Announcement will be posted on the site and in our email newsletter, reaching a broad swath of the community. User-submitted Announcements ## Events - [Bastille Day at the Park (Tenleytown)](https://www.popville.com/events/bastille-day-at-the-park-tenleytown-26706/) - Join us for an afternoon of French culture, food, music, and celebration right here in Tenleytown. Enjoy live accordion music, sample Croque Monsieur from Le Chat Noir and profiteroles from Matisse, learn how to play Pétanque, make your own Herbes de Provence, dress up at our selfie station, play Bastille Day Trivia for a chance - [Hill Family Biking: Bike Lane Sweeper Open House](https://www.popville.com/events/hill-family-biking-bike-lane-sweeper-open-house-26700/) - On July 11th from 10am-12pm at the North Carolina Ave NE & A St NE Triangle Park, come to the Hill Family Biking "Brush Hour" Open House. Get a hands-on look at our brand-new bike lane sweeper in action, learn how to get involved in keeping our lanes clean, and enjoy free cold brew coffee - [NY Ska Invasion! Bluebeat DC- July](https://www.popville.com/events/ny-ska-invasion-bluebeat-dc-july-26690/) - Bluebeat DC is a monthly ska and reggae night on the 2nd Thursdays of each month at the Wonderland Ballroom. We bring you local and touring bands and a great community! This month, we have two ska bands from New York City. The Scrub Ups are a New York band built from unlikely combinations: ska - [Pitch A Movie: The Show Where Comedians Make Up Movies on the Fly](https://www.popville.com/events/pitch-a-movie-the-show-where-comedians-make-up-movies-on-the-fly-26683/) - Whether you're a high-minded connoisseur of only the finest cinema , or just a B-movie buff with a bookcase full of bootleg DVDs, have we got the show for you! The Midnight Gardeners League, DC's only comedy secret society, is premiering its newest show premise: a live event where funny folks do a set of - [Author Talk: Kaitlyn Tiffany — The Housewives Underground](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-kaitlyn-tiffany-the-housewives-underground-26677/) - Kaitlyn Tiffany — The Housewives Underground: The Untold Story of the Women Who Made the JFK Assassination Our Most Enduring Mystery - with Adrienne LaFrance — at the Wharf This event will be in partnership with The Atlantic. The untold story of the women who debunked the Warren Report—a riveting history of obsession, heartbreak, and - [Author Talk: Rashad Robinson — From Presence to Power](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-rashad-robinson-from-presence-to-power-26676/) - Why do some fights for justice hit a wall while others succeed? What does it take to win social change, especially now? It comes down to understanding one thing: the difference between presence and power. Failing to do so is one way we got into this mess, but understanding how power really works is a - [Author Talk: Pauline Steinhorn — Dreaming of the River](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-pauline-steinhorn-dreaming-of-the-river-26675/) - Bronia Feldman never imagined she would become the backbone of an underground medical lifeline, least of all inside the brutal forced-labor system of the HASAG munitions factory in occupied Poland. Torn from her family in September 1942, she arrives there shattered by grief. The only force strong enough to keep her alive is the chance - [Author Talk: Chris Ballard — The Plunge](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-chris-ballard-the-plunge-26674/) - Born to Run meets Why We Swim and Breath in a globe-spanning work of immersive narrative nonfiction that dives into the hidden world of cold water plunging and swimming—and what it reveals about the human body, mind, and need for connection. "Mesmerizing...I loved this book.” —Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author When award-winning - [Author Talk: Reyna Grande — Migrant Heart](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-reyna-grande-migrant-heart-26671/) - An ambitious memoir in essays by beloved bestselling author Reyna Grande that illuminates the hidden cost of the American Dream and the complex journey of healing that follows survival. Reyna Grande has spent her career powerfully capturing the raw reality of life across borders. Her memoirs laid bare the trauma of family separation and celebrated - [Author Talk: Ryan Effgen — Make Nice](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-ryan-effgen-make-nice-26669/) - Sandwich meets The Wedding People in this irresistible comedy of manners as three generations of a family—a snail scientist, a soon-to-be divorcée, her teenage daughter, a hapless con man, and their feckless patriarch—descend on a ritzy Lake Michigan vacation island. "Engaging and charming, perfect for your own summer vacation." —Elin Hilderbrand, #1 New York Times - [Author Talk: Linda Robinson — Women in Power](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-linda-robinson-women-in-power-26668/) - Around the world, antidemocratic forces are taking aim at women leaders. Misogynistic authoritarianism has entered the mainstream, seeking to reverse decades of progress. Weaponized digital technologies have unleashed sexualized smears and violent threats. There is a deep connection between attacks on women and attacks on democracy—and female leaders can show us how to fight back. - [Author Talk: Kim Phillips-Fein — Country of Lords](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-kim-phillips-fein-country-of-lords-26667/) - Pulitzer-finalist historian charts a 250-year-old intellectual and political tradition—the conviction that all Americans are NOT created equal. We think of the United States as a nation committed, at least on paper, to ideals of human equality, under God and/or under the law. But as robust as the notion of the “American dream” is a longstanding - [Author Talk: Samantha Paige Rosen — Living, Together](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-samantha-paige-rosen-living-together-26666/) - Living, Together features 21 writers and organizers on chosen family, hacking adulthood, and other lessons communal living can teach us about the future of housing in America. At age 29, when Samantha Paige Rosen made an unexpected move back home, she was surprised to find how much she loved living with her parents again. Inspired - [Author Talk: Amy Chozick — With Friends Like You](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-amy-chozick-with-friends-like-you-26665/) - From a New York Times bestselling author comes a gripping debut that defies all expectations—a story of feverish obsession, new motherhood, and a friendship pushed to the edge Emily is unmoored as a new mother in Manhattan—exhausted, broke, and slipping away from her well-meaning husband. She becomes fixated on finding the one person who ever - [Destructo Disk w/ Playwrite + Massie](https://www.popville.com/events/destructo-disk-w-playwrite-massie-26664/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Destructo Disk For Fans of: Cheap Perfume, VIAL, Be Your Own Pet, Sorry Mom Destructo Disk is a Richmond, VA–based DIY punk trio delivering a chaotic, genre-blurring take on punk music. Formed in 2015, the band has grown into a formidable force, known for explosive - [Big Chemical w/ Keegan Del Rio + Bluem](https://www.popville.com/events/big-chemical-w-keegan-del-rio-bluem-26662/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Big Chemical For Fans of: Wednesday, Pinegrove, The Band, Whitney, Parquet Courts Big Chemical is an up and coming Brooklyn-based band that combines a fresh take on high energy rock and roll with a deep appreciation for the musical traditions that came before them. Their - [Treat Week Returns](https://www.popville.com/events/treat-week-returns-26660/) - Treat Week is an annual Union Station promotion highlighting the station's retail and dining offerings through complimentary treats and featured retailer activations. Each day, a different retailer will be featured across Union Station's social media and digital platforms, giving visitors the opportunity to enjoy complimentary treats while supplies last. Participants include Neuhaus, Läderach, Insomnia Cookies - [First Allies: Polly Cooper and the Oneida Indian Nation](https://www.popville.com/events/first-allies-polly-cooper-and-the-oneida-indian-nation-26661/) - The National Museum of the American Indian welcomes elders, leaders, and members of the Oneida Indian Nation to share with visitors the legacy of Polly Cooper, an Oneida ancestor and icon. Learn more about the Oneida Indian Nation with a presentation on Polly Cooper’s legacy, along with dance performances, food demonstrations, and a short film. - ["President's Own" United States Marine Band at Washington Union Station](https://www.popville.com/events/presidents-own-united-states-marine-band-at-washington-union-station-26659/) - As part of Union Station's summer programming celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, the renowned "President's Own" United States Marine Band will perform a free concert in the historic East Hall. Presented in partnership with Sing for Hope, the performance celebrates the enduring connection between music, military service and civic gathering spaces while honoring America's upcoming 250th - [Soar Togethr Family Day: Happy 50th Birthday, National Air and Space Museum](https://www.popville.com/events/soar-togethr-family-day-happy-50th-birthday-national-air-and-space-museum-26651/) - Celebrate 50 years since the National Air and Space Museum opened its doors on the National Mall! Enjoy a day of hands-on science, make-and-take art, demonstrations, and more. A young visitor is rapt with attention as they throw a paper airplane, with a similar line of young visitors behind them. Learn how to fold amazing - [Harrison Movie Night: Zootopia 2](https://www.popville.com/events/harrison-movie-night-zootopia-2-26645/) - U St. Main Street and U St. Neighborhood Association invite you to a family-friendly screening of Zootopia 2 ! Order take out from a local business to show your support of our U Street Main Street corridor! Specials and deals will be advertised as they’re confirmed. Showing starts around 8pm. Enjoy a fun, safe, community - [Chase Stetson w/ Cougar Beatrice + The Early Days](https://www.popville.com/events/chase-stetson-w-cougar-beatrice-the-early-days-26639/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Chase Stetson For Fans of: Dwight Yokum, Red Clay Strays Produced and mentored by the legendary Kent Wells, Chase Stetson is a powerhouse country artist backed by one of the most elite inner circles in the music industry. His high-octane performances—fueled by a band of - [LCMS x USMS World Cup Carnival (7/11)](https://www.popville.com/events/lcms-x-usms-world-cup-carnival-711-26638/) - Logan Circle Main Street and U Street Main Street are celebrating World Cup season with a free, family-friendly Carnival celebrating soccer, community, and local business sponsored by Volo. All proceeds support LCMS and USMS programming. Join us Saturday, July 11, 2026, 1–5 PM at Harrison Park for an afternoon packed with: DJ spinning all day - [Eliza Tebo w/ Integriti Reeves + Melanie McDowell](https://www.popville.com/events/eliza-tebo-w-integriti-reeves-melanie-mcdowell-26637/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Eliza Tebo For Fans of: Clairo, Suzanne Vega, Aimee Mann, Azure Ray Eliza Tebo is a D.C.-based singer-songwriter known for music that packs an emotional punch. With crystalline vocals and relatable lyrics, Eliza captures an audience's attention and keeps it. She's also versatile; her debut - [Digital Reset feat. Analog Hour with Don Kuzan + Redhaze + Tyler on Demand + L.E](https://www.popville.com/events/digital-reset-feat-analog-hour-with-don-kuzan-redhaze-tyler-on-demand-le-26636/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Analog Hour w/ Don Kuzan For Fans of: The Offspring, Minor Threat, Dead Moon, Suicidal Tendencies Analog hour is a dmv based punk rock band that highlights freedom and allowing the audience to truly express themselves with out fear of judgement frontmen by Don Kuzan - [The Reading Lounge: Out of the Multiverse with Pretty Little Bookshelf (Planet Word)](https://www.popville.com/events/the-reading-lounge-out-of-the-multiverse-with-pretty-little-bookshelf-planet-word-26634/) - Get ready to enter your literary multiverse on July 12! Planet Word and Morgan Menzies, founder of Pretty Little Bookshelf, invite you to The Reading Lounge — an intimate summer series where stories awaken, connections bloom, and community thrives. We’re making space for readers both young and young at heart with moments for silent reading, - [Upskilling Summit](https://www.popville.com/events/upskilling-summit-26635/) - The Upskilling Labs' quarterly Summit is where our community takes the stage to show what they built in over the Energy & Climate build cycle, and we kick off what's next: Civics & Elections. ​Why climate and energy? Why civics and elections? ​These are foundational industries—ones that are critical to the future of our country, - [Fourth at The Wharf](https://www.popville.com/events/fourth-at-the-wharf-26624/) - Celebrate the Fourth of July at The Wharf with free country music on multiple outdoor stages. The Wharf also has spectacular views of the National Park Service fireworks launched from the National Mall. - [Water Circus Atlantis at The Stacks](https://www.popville.com/events/water-circus-atlantis-at-the-stacks-26623/) - Water Circus Atlantis is bringing its one-of-a-kind aquatic spectacular to The Stacks at Buzzard Point from July 10-13. Performed beneath the Big Top, the traveling show features sparkling fountains, breathtaking acrobatics, dazzling costumes, and high-energy performances for all ages. Showtimes are July 10 at 7:30 p.m.; July 11 at 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 - [In Conversation with Problem Solvers Caucus Co-Chairs Reps. Fitzpatrick & Souzzi](https://www.popville.com/events/in-conversation-with-problem-solvers-caucus-co-chairs-reps-fitzpatrick-souzzi-26622/) - Calling all D.C. interns and junior staff. Want to celebrate your summer in D.C.? Come join Across the Aisle for the last event of Summer Series 2026: A conversation with Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick and Tom Suozzi, Co-Chairs of the Problem Solvers Caucus. Learn about the importance of working across the aisle and network with other - [Escape! with WIT on July 10 and 11](https://www.popville.com/events/escape-with-wit-on-july-10-and-11-26620/) - WIT’s comedy is always fresh and surprising! (In improv, everything’s made up on the spot so no two shows are ever the same.) Whether you’re staycationing close to home or visiting DC this summer, beat the heat and take a well-deserved break with DC’s funniest improvisers! We’ve also got well-known improv groups from LA and - [Author Talk: Jason Dove Mark — The Earth Said Remember Me](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-jason-dove-mark-the-earth-said-remember-me-26614/) - A rallying cry and resistance manual from one of the leaders breathing new life into the environmental movement. As the climate emergency worsens and biodiversity shrinks, we humans get used to it—we adapt, we normalize, we forget. Scientists call this “shifting baseline syndrome” and warn that it’s why we are increasingly sleepwalking toward disaster. In - [Author Talk: Catherine Meeks — Bridging the Rivers of Difference](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-catherine-meeks-bridging-the-rivers-of-difference-26613/) - A call for unity in the face of growing dehumanization of marginalized people-from a powerful voice in the dialogue on racism today. The walk back on a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. The silence across communities as the undocumented, primarily Latino population faces attack. The grandstanding of nationalism and the intersection with white supremacy - [Pianos in The Park](https://www.popville.com/events/pianos-in-the-park-26591/) - Kick off Independence Day weekend with a star-spangled evening of live music at Pianos in the Park on Friday, July 3, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Commons Park at West Falls. Enjoy a high-energy, family-friendly performance from Howl2Go Dueling Pianos, a nationally touring dueling piano group known for interactive singalongs, audience song requests, and - [Loser w/ Aperture + Hematoma](https://www.popville.com/events/loser-w-aperture-hematoma-26587/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Loser For Fans of: Fugazi, Minor Threat, Title Fight, Turnstile, Badbrains Loser is a Boston based punk band that focuses on writing and playing fast, energetic, passionate, socially conscious, and emotionally touching music anywhere, at anytime, and to anyone. Aperture Aperture is a post punk/hardcore - [Lex Loco + AOLOL](https://www.popville.com/events/lex-loco-aolol-26586/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Lex Loco For Fans of: ABBA, All-American Rejects, Chappell Roan Lex Loco is DC’s most original cover band, delivering power rock and pop anthems with flirtatious swagger and charisma to spare. From Queen to Britney, Lex Loco brings banger after banger to boisterous crowds across - [Brookhouse w/ La Vaina Fantasma + Sur Cósmico](https://www.popville.com/events/brookhouse-w-la-vaina-fantasma-sur-csmico-26581/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Brookhouse For Fans of: Hozier, Santana, King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard Brookhouse is a singer-songwriter, guitarist, and cultural chameleon mixing rock, jazz, folk, and Latin music into an expansive celebration of what it means to be American. As a Cuban-American born in Virginia, his - [PsychoPomP w/ ¡Fiasco! + Zigarette](https://www.popville.com/events/psychopomp-w-fiasco-zigarette-26580/) - PsychoPomP For Fans of: Queens of the Stone Age, Moon Hooch, Too Many Zoos, Morphine, Primus, Weather Report PsychoPomP is what happens when you combine an obsession for irresistible groove, soaring saxophone melodies, dynamic and explosive percussion and put them towards musical exploration with no regard for the barriers between the genres we love. We - [Plastic Nancy w/ The Duskwhales](https://www.popville.com/events/plastic-nancy-w-the-duskwhales-26579/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Plastic Nancy For Fans of: Jimi Hendrix, Smashing Pumpkins, Thee Oh Sees, Spacemen 3 Plastic Nancy was founded by Sam Clemens and John DeGarmo in Richmond, Virginia in 2016. Paying homage to their deep appreciation for 1960's artists, Plastic Nancy's name was inspired by a - [javawanted w/ internetbeanie + lenorisss](https://www.popville.com/events/javawanted-w-internetbeanie-lenorisss-26578/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — javawanted For Fans of: Che, Ken Carson, OsamaSon DC rapper javawanted contrasts the DMV's existing underground scene by using dreamy and electronic production to deliver stories of heartbreak, luxury, and everything in between. From chill and melodic songs like All Of Mine featuring xtsy* to - [DC JazzFest Presents Dan Murray](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-jazzfest-presents-dan-murray-26569/) - Doors open at 6:00pm and entrance to the museum is included with your ticket. The performance will take place in the Great Hall from 7:00pm–8:00pm. Please email education@kreegermuseum.org as soon as possible if you plan to cancel so we can offer your spot to someone else. No refunds will be issued within the 24 hours - [Profs & Pints DC: Unearthing Family Roots](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-unearthing-family-roots-26529/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Unearthing Family Roots,” a guide to discovering and documenting your lineage, with Fatou Sow, genealogist, adjunct lecturer at Howard University, and project director for the soon-to-be-launched Black Family Museum and Archive. Where does your name come from, and what does it mean? Answering such questions, and otherwise researching our roots, - [Author Talk: Jeremy C. McCool & Earl Hopkins — Raps of Resistance](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-jeremy-c-mccool-earl-hopkins-raps-of-resistance-26522/) - This event will be in partnership with Byrdland Records, the sister record store to Songbyrd Music House. Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole blazed paths that salvaged socially conscious rap at a pivotal time in history. Conscious rap, a subgenre of hip-hop music that engages in dialogue about social and political issues and often challenges systems - [Bitter Stems w/ Black Sevens + Credito](https://www.popville.com/events/bitter-stems-w-black-sevens-credito-26530/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Bitter Stems For Fans of: The Raconteurs, Smashing Pumpkins, Jimmy Eat World, and The Shins Bitter Stems is a Washington DC alt-rock band with a sound that’s equal parts grit and polish, with songs featuring sweet melodies, sharp hooks, and tasteful arrangements. Four musicians found - [Author Talk: Ben Wikler — This Is The Plan](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-ben-wikler-this-is-the-plan-26528/) - "Ben Wikler is one of the most strategic and respected leaders of his generation. If we do what this book says, we will win."—Nancy Pelosi From one of the most successful Democratic strategists of the last decade, a revelatory account of what you—yes, you—can do to defeat Trumpism. This Is the Plan is a hope-unleashing - [Author Talk: Tommy Siegel — Extremely Accurate Birds](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-tommy-siegel-extremely-accurate-birds-26527/) - Have you ever taken a really good look at the bottom half of a bird? At long last, this birding guide from esteemed birder and New Yorker cartoonist Tommy Siegel, author of Candy Hearts, reveals the truth about the powerful legs and shapely rear ends that power our feathered friends to the skies! There's a - [Atlas Presents Broadway Masterclass](https://www.popville.com/events/atlas-presents-broadway-masterclass-26526/) - Experience Broadway up close at the Atlas Performing Arts Center! Acclaimed Broadway performers Christine Dwyer (Wicked, Waitress) and Matt DeAngelis (Hair, Waitress, American Idiot) will lead a dynamic master class with students from The Theatre Lab School of the Dramatic Arts. Audience members are invited to observe as Christine and Matt coach participants on stage - [Author Talk: J Brooke — I Can Tell You the Version That Will Make You Take My...](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-j-brooke-i-can-tell-you-the-version-that-will-make-you-take-my-26525/) - J Brooke's I Can Tell You the Version That Will Make You Take My Side begins in a childhood full of binaries, then navigates through an American queer / trans / nonbinary adulthood fraught with complexities including the question of top-surgery. —— “A beautiful book of poetry following one human’s journey towards themselves, illuminating gender - [Author Talk: Michelle Brafman — Draw Near to Me](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-michelle-brafman-draw-near-to-me-26520/) - In this highly-anticipated sequel to Swimming with Ghosts, the discovery of a desperately-hidden secret brings a family to the brink of collapse--the exact place where they may ultimately find true healing and forgiveness. One day before a freak accident lands devoted wife and mother Kristy Weinstein in a coma, her husband, David, discovers a devastating - [Closer Look: Water’s Edge](https://www.popville.com/events/closer-look-waters-edge-26518/) - Join Rebecca Trautmann, curator of Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe, for an in-gallery conversation with Kelly McHugh, Head of Conservation at the National Museum of the American Indian. Together, they will offer visitors a closer look at selected artworks in the exhibition. Leading support for “Water’s Edge” provided by Bank of America. Major - [Share this event A LADY MADISON EXPERIENCE: A Taste of America at 250](https://www.popville.com/events/share-this-event-a-lady-madison-experience-a-taste-of-america-at-250-26517/) - Celebrate America's 250th with an immersive three course dining experience at Lady Madison. Executive Chef David Nvodjo, whose culinary journey began in Ghana and includes cooking for President Bill Clinton, brings French technique, Ghanaian influence, and American coastal flavors together in a menu that reimagines the story of American cuisine. Featuring Chesapeake crab, herb crusted - [Japanese Spirits Tasting Soiree](https://www.popville.com/events/japanese-spirits-tasting-soiree-26515/) - Japanese Spirits Tasting Soirée Returns July 12 for Its Third Annual Celebration of Japan's Distilling Traditions DC Sake cō Brings Together Premium Japanese Whisky, Shochu, Gin, Awamori, and More at Hotel Zena Washington, D.C. — DC Sake cō will host its third annual Japanese Spirits Tasting Soirée on July 12, 2026, at Hotel Zena, bringing - [Forklift Flash Shop at metrobar](https://www.popville.com/events/forklift-flash-shop-at-metrobar-26514/) - Back by popular demand! We’re bringing the salvage to you for a one-night pop-up Flash Shop at metrobar in Washington, DC! Browse a curated selection of salvaged materials while enjoying metrobar’s creative upcycled digs. Located near the Rhode Island Ave. metro station, the indoor bar is fashioned from a redesigned Metro train car and the - [Community Forklift: Fundraiser at Franklins Restaurant & Brewery](https://www.popville.com/events/community-forklift-fundraiser-at-franklins-restaurant-brewery-26513/) - The good people at Franklins Restaurant & Brewery in Hyattsville are hosting a fundraiser to support Community Forklift! 20% of all sales in the general store, from gift certificates, and in the restaurant (both in-house and take-out) will be donated to support our reuse nonprofit. In order for your purchase to count toward the fundraiser, - [Washington Spirit vs. Houston Dash](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-spirit-vs-houston-dash-26506/) - The Washington Spirit are back from the June break and ready to start the second half of the season against the Houston Dash! Kick-off Independence Day Weekend at Audi Field on Friday, July 3 at 8:00 p.m. There will be fireworks and a laser show at halftime! - [Fireworks Theme Paint and Sip](https://www.popville.com/events/fireworks-theme-paint-and-sip-26489/) - Sign up now for our Paint and Sip - Painting fireworks, just in time for the 4th! You will have a skilled painter walking you through each step. This is so much fun to do as a date night, with friends, or just want to do something creative solo. We are welcoming and no experience - [Central Table - Volume Two](https://www.popville.com/events/central-table-volume-two-26481/) - Central Table, in broad terms, is an intimate dinner with 16 to 18 fellow foodies designed to spark connection, conversation, and community spirit. One of my main goals for this is to bring people together who may have never crossed paths, yet share a desire for good food, good energy, and authentic human connection. Guest - [Free at Woolly Mammoth: Grimms’ Fairy Tales: Cinderella and Hansel & Gretel](https://www.popville.com/events/free-at-woolly-mammoth-grimms-fairy-tales-cinderella-and-hansel-gretel-26502/) - New York Circus Project presents Grimms’ Fairy Tales: Cinderella and Hansel & Gretel, a world premiere double bill of contemporary circus works at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, July 10–12, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Reimagining familiar fairy tales through circus, dance, aerial performance, acrobatics, and physical theatre, the program continues NYCP’s Grimms’ Fairy Tales series and - [Free at Woolly Mammoth: Grimms’ Fairy Tales: Cinderella and Hansel & Gretel](https://www.popville.com/events/free-at-woolly-mammoth-grimms-fairy-tales-cinderella-and-hansel-gretel-26501/) - New York Circus Project presents Grimms’ Fairy Tales: Cinderella and Hansel & Gretel, a world premiere double bill of contemporary circus works at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, July 10–12, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Reimagining familiar fairy tales through circus, dance, aerial performance, acrobatics, and physical theatre, the program continues NYCP’s Grimms’ Fairy Tales series and - [Grimms' Fairy Tales: Cinderella and Hansel & Gretel](https://www.popville.com/events/grimms-fairy-tales-cinderella-and-hansel-gretel-26500/) - New York Circus Project presents Grimms’ Fairy Tales: Cinderella and Hansel & Gretel, a world premiere double bill of contemporary circus works at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, July 10–12, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Reimagining familiar fairy tales through circus, dance, aerial performance, acrobatics, and physical theatre, the program continues NYCP’s Grimms’ Fairy Tales series and - [Poet Life Fest](https://www.popville.com/events/poet-life-fest-26493/) - Poet Life Fest is a weeklong celebration of poetry, arts, culture, wellness, entrepreneurship, and community, bringing together poets, performers, educators, artists, authors, and creatives for performances, workshops, networking, and cultural engagemen - [Sing-Along: Songs about Sleeping and Dreaming](https://www.popville.com/events/sing-along-songs-about-sleeping-and-dreaming-26490/) - A People’s Choir DC is a themed sing-along. The theme for our June sing-along is “Bed Rest” - We'll be singing songs that talk about sleeping and dreaming. Learn more, RSVP, and submit your song ideas on the website: apcdc.weebly.com. It's free! Hope to see you there. — A People's Choir isn’t a performance; it’s - [Ward 5 Family Biking July Ride](https://www.popville.com/events/ward-5-family-biking-july-ride-26487/) - Join Ward 5 Family Biking and DC Bike Party on Saturday, July 18th, 3:30pm for our funnest ride & party yet! Meet at Alethia Tanner Park, ride over to The Park @ Ledroit for splash pad, food trucks, ice cream and more. Kid-friendly, fully marshalled bike ride perfect for kids on their own bikes or - [Meet & Greet](https://www.popville.com/events/meet-greet-26473/) - Meet & Greet Neighbors of 1801 & 1811 Wyoming Avenue NW - Washington, DC - [Free Weekly 5k](https://www.popville.com/events/free-weekly-5k-26366/) - Anacostia Parkrun hosts a free weekly 5k every Saturday at 9 a.m. Come run, walk, or meander, bring a dog, kiddo and friends and enjoy this free community 5k. Start/finish line is in front of the Park Police station with ample parking in their lot or along Anacostia Drive. Event is green line accessible (Anacostia - [Blue Note Burlesque at Sid Gold's Request Room](https://www.popville.com/events/blue-note-burlesque-at-sid-golds-request-room-26467/) - A blue note is a musical moment that doesn’t quite land where you expect. And that's the spirit behind this burlesque revue from DMVariety! Start your weekend early with Blue Note Burlesque, a night of vintage tease and thrilling variety acts that'll leave you exclaiming "I can't believe I found this in an alley!" Join - [Jack Flowers & The Petal Tones, Emily Fain, Berra, and Shame Shame](https://www.popville.com/events/jack-flowers-the-petal-tones-emily-fain-berra-and-shame-shame-26464/) - Jack Flowers & The Petal tones play Washington DC for the first time with support from local favorites Berra, Emily Fain, and Shame Shame! This show is a part of The Petal Tones' Girl Clothes Tour, presented by Fruitpunk Music. - [Who Did It? An Improvised Murder Mystery](https://www.popville.com/events/who-did-it-an-improvised-murder-mystery-26461/) - This improvised comedy puts audiences at the center of a murder investigation, helping create the crime scene before detectives solve the case completely unscripted. Every performance features new suspects, clues, and killers revealed live onstage. Winner of the 2023 Capital Fringe Festival, the show also headlined Mystery Night at the Library of Congress. Catch "Who - [Conservatory Classic Jazz Band (Chevy Chase, MD)](https://www.popville.com/events/conservatory-classic-jazz-band-chevy-chase-md-26422/) - The PRJC's monthly Jam Session - the "house" band is a top-notch talented group of traditional jazz musicians. An easily accessible location, the restaurant is 2 blocks from the Red Line Metro's Friendship Heights stop, with free valet parking available. Jammers are invited to sit-in at the last 10 minutes of each set on a - [Information Session for The Borgen Project](https://www.popville.com/events/information-session-for-the-borgen-project-26428/) - Learn about The Borgen Project and how to get involved! - [4th of July Age-Graded 4 Miler](https://www.popville.com/events/4th-of-july-age-graded-4-miler-26425/) - Start your 4th of July Celebration with us! 🎉 The Age-Graded 4-Miler is a unique, event designed to completely level the playing field. It differs from other races. Runners start at a time determined by their gender and age. The goal is for everyone to finish close to one another. The winner is the first - [Creators for Democracy: A Joy Festival (MLK Library)](https://www.popville.com/events/creators-for-democracy-a-joy-festival-mlk-library-26426/) - Creators for Democracy is a free two-day civic festival spotlighting DC-based creators expanding possibilities through storytelling, civic imagination, and joy. Democracy's future is being built right now, in our communities, by creators with the courage to tell new stories about who we are and who we can become together. Join DC's favorite creators and community - [Celebrate Independence Day at the Armed Forces Retirement Home](https://www.popville.com/events/celebrate-independence-day-at-the-armed-forces-retirement-home-26404/) - Bring the whole family for an evening of food, music, and unbeatable views. Avoid the crowds of the National Mall and give back to your community veterans. Grab a bite from a stacked lineup of local favorites — Capt. Cookie, The Hitching Post, Kona Ice, Timber Pizza, Rocklands BBQ, Tender Rib, Tea Love Boba, and - [Key Changes: Supreme Chord Turns 18](https://www.popville.com/events/key-changes-supreme-chord-turns-18-26403/) - Key Changes: Supreme Chord Turns 18 is an acapella celebration of milestones in life. Turning 18 symbolizes many changes and transitions, and we are excited to share some music to embrace these changes. Key Changes is presented by Supreme Chord, a talented, dynamic, fun-filled a cappella group. Founded in 2008, we’re a group of young - [Author Talk: Rachel Beanland — The Half Life](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-rachel-beanland-the-half-life-26401/) - From the author of Florence Adler Swims Forever and The House Is on Fire, a novel set on a remote Italian island about a navy wife’s reckoning with power, love, and the price of staying silent in the Atomic Age. “A captivating, whip-smart novel about love, loyalty, and a woman torn between two lives. I - [Author Talk: Nathaniel Rich — Cloudthief](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-nathaniel-rich-cloudthief-26400/) - Why settle for nothing, when you can steal everything? Forget banks, casinos, museums—society’s most valuable treasure sits in the giant, anonymous data centers that power modern life. There, in endless rows of hard drives, lies the sum of our civilization’s knowledge, all of the world’s personal and private truths, uploaded and saved. They wait unseen, - [Author Talk: Wallo267 — Yes to You, No to Them](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-wallo267-yes-to-you-no-to-them-26399/) - A bold, culturally resonant guide to reclaiming boundaries, protecting your peace, and choosing yourself without guilt. Choose you. Every single time. In a world that constantly demands more, it’s easy to lose sight of who you are and what you truly need. You say “yes” to people who are never satisfied. Each day you give - [Author Talk: Sigrid Nunez — It Will Come Back to You](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-sigrid-nunez-it-will-come-back-to-you-26398/) - The first ever collection of short stories from the New York Times bestselling, National Book Award-winning author of The Friend Over the course of thirty years, Sigrid Nunez has become one of contemporary fiction’s most distinctive voices, producing nine penetrating, profound novels celebrated by fans and critics alike. Revered for their warm, unadorned style, Nunez’s - [Author Talk: Lauren Collins — They Stole a City](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-lauren-collins-they-stole-a-city-26397/) - In this ambitious and groundbreaking history, Lauren Collins weaves together stories of four Wilmington, North Carolina, families over 125 years to create a full accounting of the long-term effects of the 1898 white supremacist massacre and coup and its critical role in subverting American democracy After the Civil War, Reconstruction ushered in an era of - [Author Talk: James A. Harmon & Cornelius Queen — A DARING ENTERPRISE](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-james-a-harmon-cornelius-queen-a-daring-enterprise-26396/) - The inside story of one of the most successful US foreign aid programs in the Middle East in recent decades What happens when the United States launches an unconventional foreign aid program in the aftermath of a national uprising? In this behind-the-scenes account of the Egyptian-American Enterprise Fund--a private investment fund created by the U.S. - [Author Talk: Robert Wright — The God Test](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-robert-wright-the-god-test-26395/) - From bestselling author and Pulitzer Prize finalist Robert Wright comes a sweeping new view of artificial intelligence that argues this revolution will challenge us spiritually and could restore a missing ingredient in modern life—our sense of purpose. The God Test is the first book that sees AI not just as a technological tool with good - [Author Talk: Beverly Gage — This Land is Your Land](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-beverly-gage-this-land-is-your-land-26394/) - Pulitzer Prize–winning author of G-Man and acclaimed historian Beverly Gage takes the ultimate road trip into the American past. Ride along with Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Beverly Gage as she travels the country to see the museums, historic sites, roadside attractions, reenactments, and souvenir shops where Americans learn—and fight—about our history. From the birth of the - [Potomac Pride Cleanup at Anacostia Park, DC](https://www.popville.com/events/potomac-pride-cleanup-at-anacostia-park-dc-26387/) - Join Potomac Conservancy and our co-hosts Gay for Good and Corazon Latino for Pride trash cleanup at Anacostia Park (DC). Make a huge difference for the Potomac River as we turn to the water for a safe, healthy place to recreate outdoors and celebrate Pride Month. Sign up today to make a difference for your - [Logan Market (7/5)](https://www.popville.com/events/logan-market-75-26385/) - Every first Sunday of the month shoppers will be able to browse Logan Circle's newest monthly creative and vintage market. Logan Circle Main Street, in partnership with K-Bird, Barrel House Cafe & Bar, and Emily of LOVERS Plant Studio & Wares, host a monthly outdoor market designed to bring together local artists, makers, small businesses, - [Tara Cannistraci at DC Comedy Loft](https://www.popville.com/events/tara-cannistraci-at-dc-comedy-loft-26384/) - Tara Cannistraci is an Italian-American comedian, actress, and writer, hailing from the vibrant streets of the Bronx, New York. Tara’s talents have lit up the stage, television, film, and even centerfield as the scoreboard host for the New York Yankees. Tara just started her second national tour, The Boroughbred Tour, and is bringing unfiltered, witty - [Spirit Of '76](https://www.popville.com/events/spirit-of-76-26383/) - July 2-4 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with 3 days of family-friendly events, interactive experiences, and patriotic fun at the Capitol Visitor Center. Join us for an America 250 Capitol tour, a bicentennial road trip, curator talks and more. Featuring special guest presentations July 2: The - [Escape! with WIT on June 26, 27 and 28](https://www.popville.com/events/escape-with-wit-on-june-26-27-and-28-26379/) - WIT’s comedy is always fresh and surprising! (In improv, everything’s made up on the spot so no two shows are ever the same.) Whether you’re staycationing close to home or visiting DC this summer, beat the heat and take a well-deserved break with DC’s funniest improvisers! We’ve also got well-known improv groups from LA and - [DC Natives Petal to Pollinator Fundraising Happy Hour](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-natives-petal-to-pollinator-fundraising-happy-hour-26372/) - Celebrate Pollinator Week 2026 by joining DC Natives for a child and pet friendly garden party fundraiser at the home of a DC Natives' board member in the River Terrace neighborhood. Connect with community, enjoy great music across a screened porch, and hear directly from the DC Natives' founder about upcoming plans to expand programming - [Profs & Pints DC: Designing Belonging](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-designing-belonging-26369/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Designing Belonging,” on the messages sent by various institutional environments and how they can be made more welcoming, with Martha Kakooza, research associate in the department of higher education and student affairs at Morgan State University, where she teaches courses on gender, sexuality, and narrative and qualitative research. Why do - [SqueakyFest DC: Comedians with Disabilities](https://www.popville.com/events/squeakyfest-dc-comedians-with-disabilities-26371/) - SqueakyFest is the first-ever multi-city comedy festival for comedians with disabilities! Hosted by Squeaky Wheel writer Jenny Cavallero, the DC event is produced in partnership with Just Kidding Comedy Collective and features hilarious comedians with disabilities from the DMV: Adaobi Ugochukwu, Jasmine Solamante, Kenny Rooster, Auriel Haack, Dana Fink, and Sandi Benton. ASL access provided - [July 4th Prix Fixe Dinner](https://www.popville.com/events/july-4th-prix-fixe-dinner-26358/) - Ease into the holiday evening with a relaxed three-course dining experience that celebrates classic American flavors in the heart of the nation's capital. Whether you're beginning your Fourth of July festivities or looking for the perfect pre-fireworks dinner, this special menu offers a nostalgic take on beloved summer favorites with an elevated Waldorf Astoria touch. - [Animation Celebration!](https://www.popville.com/events/animation-celebration-26359/) - Enjoy a collection of animated short films by Indigenous filmmakers, featuring colorful folktales, humorous encounters, and lighthearted lessons. The animated films feature well known Indigenous filmmakers like pop-artist Steven Paul Judd (Kiowa/Choctaw), and the acclaimed and award-winning stop-motion animated series “Wapos Bay” featuring the late Gordon Tootoosis (Cree/Stoney). This group of films will be played - [E-19 w/ Dress Coded](https://www.popville.com/events/e-19-w-dress-coded-26357/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — E-19 For Fans of: Billy idol, Guns N’ Roses, Bon Jovi, Rolling Stones, Aerosmith, Muse, Ozzy Osbourne, Founded in a college dorm on the intersection of E and 19th street, E-19 got its start by playing shows on the campus of George Washington University since - [Jazz at The Kreeger | Eric Byrd Trio](https://www.popville.com/events/jazz-at-the-kreeger-eric-byrd-trio-26356/) - In collaboration with Elijah Jamal Balbed, The Kreeger Museum is honored and thrilled to present Jazz at The Kreeger, a series that furthers our mission to share music across the city. Now in its sixth year, this series supports and spotlights the wealth of musical talent in our metropolitan area. The Eric Byrd Trio (EBT) - [AdMo Free Concert Series](https://www.popville.com/events/admo-free-concert-series-26354/) - Every weekend, on a little-known block in Adams Morgan, an otherwise quiet spot comes alive with street vendors and world-class live music. Tiny Vinyl Shop (TVS), one of DC’s newest and most ambitious record stores, is hosting the Tiny Vintage Market, with musical guests representing a who’s who of the city’s finest musicians. On any - [Hopin' Mic: Laugh-Fueled Hope for Trying Times](https://www.popville.com/events/hopin-mic-laugh-fueled-hope-for-trying-times-26347/) - Join us at the Festival Center in Washington, DC for an evening of comedy, community, and light comedic action planning geared toward making the world a better and more hilarious place. Because when headlines include things like talk of UFC fights on the White House lawn, rising oil prices, and fresh attacks on free speech, - [Profs & Pints DC: NASA’s New Quest to See the Unseen](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-nasas-new-quest-to-see-the-unseen-26340/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “NASA’s New Quest to See the Unseen,” a look at the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope and its mission to expand our understanding of dark matter, dark energy, and the Milky Way, with Bear Witherspoon, payload systems engineer for the Roman telescope at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt. - [Sketch Night](https://www.popville.com/events/sketch-night-26345/) - Washington, DC's favorite sketch comedy showcase is back at the DC Improv! Join us for SKETCH NIGHT on Saturday, June 27 in the Lounge with shows at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM. Featuring: Local troupe Rails Comedy. Spoucho, crawling all the way from Columbus, Ohio. NYC comedian and choreographer, Andy Needham Expect funky clowning, deranged - [Fabrizio w/ Rose Lens + Bam Alexander](https://www.popville.com/events/guitar-zero-w-kick-rocks-homelife-glass-island-26333/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Fabrizio For Fans of: Jon Bellion, Lawrence, Brockhampton Fabrizio is a producer, songwriter, and DJ from Maryland known for his genre-blending sound that fuses electronic music, dance, and hip-hop. His original productions and remixes have been lighting up playlists and dance floors, showcasing a talent - [The Garage Presents: Girly and the Pops + Costar + Glass Island + Sir Lando](https://www.popville.com/events/the-garage-presents-girly-and-the-pops-costar-glass-island-sir-lando-26335/) - Girly & the Pops are a high‑voltage four‑piece built on contrast, chemistry, and chaos: garage‑rock grit against Latin grooves, spoken‑word swagger against full‑throttle screams, and heavy riffs riding over danceable basslines. Their shows move fast and hit hard. Formed in late 2024, they are now touring the upcoming the release of their debut album "RUN - [Free film screening: Kangaroo](https://www.popville.com/events/free-film-screening-kangaroo-26336/) - The Embassy of Australia presents the family friendly film Kangaroo at this weeks Adams Morgan Movie Night. Come early (between 7-8pm) to receive a free toy Kangaroo courtesy of Tourism Australia. Movie starts at 9pm - [Marc 2Ray + Dumi Right + Night Train 357](https://www.popville.com/events/marc-2ray-dumi-right-night-train-357-26334/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Marc 2Ray For Fans of: Mac Miller, Black Thought, Talib Kweli, Run The Jewels, R-Mean Marc 2Ray is a Hip Hop artist and educator known for delivering empowering messages through his music. As the grandson of an Armenian Genocide survivor, he gained widespread recognition for - [2026 DC Pen SUPERSHOW - Marriott Fairview Park](https://www.popville.com/events/2026-dc-pen-supershow-marriott-fairview-park-26318/) - The Washington DC Fountain Pen SUPERSHOW — the largest fountain pen show in the world — returns to the Marriott Fairview Park, 3111 Fairview Park Drive, Falls Church, VA, for four days, August 6–9, 2026. The 2026 show marks the SUPERSHOW’s 35th year since its 1992 founding, a milestone that coincides with the United States’ - [Girls Rock! DC July Summer Camp Showcase](https://www.popville.com/events/girls-rock-dc-july-summer-camp-showcase-26320/) - We’re turning Dreams into Action! 🤘🏽 Support the next generation of rock stars and see TEN brand new youth bands share their original music! Girls Rock! DC’s Summer Camp is a week-long music camp for DC young folks. Campers learn to play an instrument, form a band, write an original song, and perform it at - [America: The Innovation Opening Reception](https://www.popville.com/events/america-the-innovation-opening-reception-26324/) - “America: The Innovation” is a curated exhibition at Union Station organized by ALL DAY PROJECTS and JAB Arts that transforms a former Ann Taylor retail space into a cultural destination featuring work by more than 30 Northeast artists. As part of the nation’s 250th-anniversary commemoration, the show explores American innovation across art, science, technology, and - [Crafted & Poured at The Den Coffeehouse & Wine Bar](https://www.popville.com/events/crafted-poured-at-the-den-coffeehouse-wine-bar-26319/) - Crafted & Poured brings people together through hands-on creative experiences in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Whether you're coming with friends, planning a date night, or attending solo, you'll have the opportunity to meet new people, enjoy a drink, and create something you'll take home at the end of the evening. Available experiences will include: • - [Wellness Fair & Sidewalk Open House](https://www.popville.com/events/wellness-fair-sidewalk-open-house-26312/) - Step Into Wellness. Right Here on Kennedy. Join us for the Wellness Oasis on Kennedy Wellness Fair & Open House — a vibrant community experience designed to help you reset, recharge, and reconnect with your best self. Explore a full day of healing, movement, nourishment, beauty, and self-care featuring mini wellness sessions, fitness demos, stretch - [La Jambe's 10th Anniversary Party](https://www.popville.com/events/la-jambes-10th-anniversary-party-26306/) - La Jambe is turning 10!! Join us for our 10th anniversary party with music, bubbly at the door, a BIG cheese & charcuterie grazing table, and dessert from Handcraft Doughnuts. We’ll also have a cash bar and new merch for sale! Tickets at lajambedc.com - [Happy 250 Weekend at Lady Madison DC](https://www.popville.com/events/happy-250-weekend-at-lady-madison-dc-26297/) - Happy 250 weekend at Lady Madison DC with $14 cocktails, à la carte July 4th menu, DJ sets & fireworks at 9:09 PM nearby Celebrate Happy 250 Weekend at Lady Madison DC with a bold, modern take on a DC summer tradition—just steps from the National Mall. Across the weekend, enjoy $14 signature cocktails inspired - [Meet the Block community event](https://www.popville.com/events/meet-the-block-community-event-26293/) - Your friendly neighborhood dispensary invites you to celebrate our community on Friday, June 19 from 3 pm to 7 pm. - [Chamber of Comedy](https://www.popville.com/events/chamber-of-comedy-26298/) - Lineup of local comedians with headliner Anthony Oakes - [Breathivate: A Transformational Breath, Light, Sound, Vibration Experience](https://www.popville.com/events/breathivate-a-transformational-breath-light-sound-vibration-experience-26295/) - Reserve your complimentary 30-minute Breathivate session combining breathwork, light, sound, and vibration for conscious transformation (2 ppl per block). Take a break from the noise. Reconnect with your body. Elevate your mind. What if one session could help you reset your nervous system, release accumulated stress, and unlock greater clarity, focus, and well-being? Benefits: Improve - [Lesson Zero plays Clare and Don's](https://www.popville.com/events/lesson-zero-plays-clare-and-dons-26290/) - Oasis recording artist LESSON ZERO plays Clare and Don's Beach Shack, 130 N Washington St., Falls Church, Va. July 11 from 5:30 to 8:30. Admission is free and parking is available. For more information, see www.youtuybe.com/lessonzero. - [Lesson Zero plays Afterlife 360](https://www.popville.com/events/lesson-zero-plays-afterlife-360-26291/) - Oasis recording artist LESSON ZERO plays Afterlife 360, 8090 Sudley Rd., Manassas, Va. July 25 from 8 to 12:00. Admission is free, good food and drinks, friendly venue, plenty of parking, and way cool music. Www.youtube.com/lessonzero - [Tiki Vinyl Night](https://www.popville.com/events/tiki-vinyl-night-26289/) - Take a bite out of Independence Day Weekend with a retro 1960s tiki bar experience It's the scariest event happening Fourth of July Weekend... a retro "summerween" campout at Tiki on 18th in Adams Morgan! Enjoy a Zombie while listening to classic tiki, surf, exotica, world, and rock music. DJ Cinema Hearts will also be - [Pre-Pride Party in Dupont Circle](https://www.popville.com/events/pre-pride-party-in-dupont-circle-26279/) - Catch live indie music by LGBTQ+ band Pet Names, enjoy food and drink specials in the neighborhood, and pregame for the Pride Parade! Get ready for Pride here in Dupont Circle, DC's historic gay neighborhood! At Dupont's Pre-Pride Party, you can catch live music in Triangle Park (1999 Q St. NW) by Pet Names, enjoy - [4th Annual Juneteenth Literary Jubilee & Black Author Book Fest](https://www.popville.com/events/4th-annual-juneteenth-literary-jubilee-black-author-book-fest-26277/) - Join Planet Word for our 4th annual Juneteenth Literary Jubilee & Black Author Book Fest and celebrate a rich community of authors and language arts! Award-winning poet, author, and Hip-Hop educator Tony Keith, Jr. returns as guest MC, who will spotlight local authors exhibiting their works, selling books, and offering personalized signings, then will wrap - [July 4th at the National Archives](https://www.popville.com/events/july-4th-at-the-national-archives-26275/) - On Saturday, July 4, 2026, the National Archives will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the country’s founding, steps away from the original Declaration of Independence, on Constitution Avenue. For more than 50 years, the National Archives has held its annual Fourth of July program, and this year the tradition continues with historical reenactors and a - [Embodying Sanskrit: Experiencing Yoga Through Language I](https://www.popville.com/events/embodying-sanskrit-experiencing-yoga-through-language-i-26274/) - Grab your yoga mat and prepare to experience inner stillness at the intersection of language and contemplative practice with celebrated yoga and meditation instructor Aparna Sadananda, PhD. Join us to explore and discover Sanskrit not only as language, but as a lived sensory experience. Join Aparna for part 1 of this dynamic two-part workshop series - [Author Talk: Lily Qi — Elected American](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-lily-qi-elected-american-26265/) - “Only in America can you run for office and get elected by people who can’t even pronounce your name.”—Lily Qi Thirty years after her solo journey to America, Chinese-born Lily Qi became a Maryland state delegate. It was a gratifying moment she did not take for granted. Qi had overcome a viral WeChat disinformation campaign - [Children's Author Talk: Bishop Mariann Budde - I can Learn to be Brave](https://www.popville.com/events/childrens-author-talk-bishop-mariann-budde-i-can-learn-to-be-brave-26264/) - From the Episcopal Bishop of Washington, Mariann Edgar Budde, comes a picture book that teaches the smallest readers that no voice is too quiet, no message too small, to have an impact on a friend. There once was a girl who wished she was brave. But mostly . . . She was not. A little - [Author Talk: Liz Lerman — Shape and Momentum](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-liz-lerman-shape-and-momentum-26263/) - A choreographic manifesto for life in motion, offering new ways to navigate change and thrive amidst instability A sequel to Hiking the Horizontal, Liz Lerman's Shape and Momentum: An Insomniac's Guide for a World in Constant Motion is a choreographic manifesto for living in motion--part memoir, part creative toolkit, part philosophical inquiry. Written in a - [Author Talk: Alex Snider — Sometimes You Should Be Late](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-alex-snider-sometimes-you-should-be-late-26262/) - What if the real measure of your life isn't how fast you run, how much you do, how 'on time' you are, but how well you pay attention to what actually matters? Sometimes You Should Be Late is about the quiet courage to slow down when the world keeps shouting, hurry up. It's not really - [Author Talk: Donna Butts — Grandfamilies](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-donna-butts-grandfamilies-26261/) - A powerful firsthand look into the lives of grandparents and other relatives stepping in to raise children—and the people and policies that help them thrive. Today in the US, more than 2.4 million children whose parents are unable to care for them live in grandfamilies, where they are raised by grandparents or other loved ones. - [Author Talk: Carol J. Williams — Dispatches from Moscow](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-carol-j-williams-dispatches-from-moscow-26260/) - A sweeping Cold War love story set against the crumbling Soviet empire Moscow, 1986. Natalie Chester has finally achieved her dream: a posting as an American news correspondent in the USSR at the very moment history pivots. But within days of her arrival, the Chernobyl disaster erupts, her fiancé abandons her, and her bureau chief - [Yoga in the Sculpture Garden](https://www.popville.com/events/yoga-in-the-sculpture-garden-26257/) - Join instructor Jeneen Piccuirro for a one hour all-levels yoga practice in our serene outdoor Sculpture Garden. Know before you go: Please bring your own yoga mat, water, and any other yoga props you wish to use. During practice, the use of cell phones and taking photos/videos is strictly prohibited. This class will be held - [Yoga in the Sculpture Garden](https://www.popville.com/events/yoga-in-the-sculpture-garden-26256/) - Join instructor Jeneen Piccuirro for a one hour all-levels yoga practice in our serene outdoor Sculpture Garden. Know before you go: Please bring your own yoga mat, water, and any other yoga props you wish to use. During practice, the use of cell phones and taking photos/videos is strictly prohibited. This class will be held - [Creature Comfort, Terrain & The Dusk Whales at Pie Shop](https://www.popville.com/events/creature-comfort-terrain-the-dusk-whales-at-pie-shop-26254/) - Creature Comfort brings their melodic, emotionally driven indie rock sound to Pie Shop for a night of live music alongside Terrain and The Dusk Whales. Featuring: Creature Comfort @creaturec0mfort Terrain @terrainofficial The Dusk Whales @theduskwhales Friday, July 24, 2026 Pie Shop 1339 H St NE Washington, DC 20002 All Ages $12 Advance / $15 Day - [Author Talk: Julia Angwin & Ami Fields-Meyer — On Courage](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-julia-angwin-ami-fields-meyer-on-courage-26253/) - From a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist and a former White House senior advisor, a deeply reported manual about how anyone can defy an authoritarian – based on original interviews with more than 100 dissidents, activists, and theorists across the world. The United States is only the latest country to face a leader who wields fear - [Author Talk: Devlin Barrett — The Department of Revenge](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-devlin-barrett-the-department-of-revenge-26252/) - Dear American, No part of life in the United States has been untouched by Donald Trump’s relentless weaponization of the Justice Department. This is a cautionary tale about how, once a president amasses such power, future presidents may never relinquish it. Whose votes get counted and whose get tossed out? Who gets prosecuted and who - [recursion w/ The Daydreamerz + Broo Stoo](https://www.popville.com/events/recursion-w-the-daydreamerz-broo-stoo-26251/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — recursion For Fans of: Moonchild, Flying Lotus, BADBADNOTGOOD, Jamiroqui, Hiatus Kaiyote recursion is an up-and-coming band based in the DMV that aims to blur the lines between genres through original, dynamic arrangements. Drawing influences from jazz, neo-soul, and Latin music, the group also incorporates others - [Author Talk: Atima Omara — The Instigators](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-atima-omara-the-instigators-26250/) - A top Democratic Party strategist and media contributor offers a bold and urgent reminder that young Black women hold the key to saving our democracy and building a truly multi-racial future that benefits all Americans. Agitator. Troublemaker. Motivator. Initiator. Instigator. “How can we build a truly inclusive multi-racial democracy?” For Atima Omara, the answer is - [Author Talk: Stephanie Green — AMERICAN CROWN](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-stephanie-green-american-crown-26249/) - The fascinating story of Prince William’s American ancestors, and how this often-rebellious lineage will help shape the future King of Great Britain. In this fresh and perspective-shifting narrative, American Crown is an absorbing blend of American history and royal biography that brings to life the past generations who will shape the Prince of Wales’s role - [Author Event: Crystal Simone Smith — Common Sense](https://www.popville.com/events/author-event-crystal-simone-smith-common-sense-26248/) - A revolutionary work of erasure poetry that exposes the contradictions in Thomas Paine’s Common Sense—calling for a new definition of citizenship that embraces all Americans In his famous cry for inhabitants of the thirteen colonies to seek independence from Britain, Thomas Paine claims to call for total freedom and equality, yet his arguments are directed - [Author Talk: Thomas Levenson — A Pox on Fools](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-thomas-levenson-a-pox-on-fools-26247/) - An urgent and profound history of vaccine skepticism, seeking to understand how our three most common fears about vaccines hardened into a lethal ideology—from a leading science writer “Brimming with righteous anger, this book should infuriate you for all the right reasons, and arm you to take on the grifters and their war against science.”—Adam - [Sonoa + Mancala + Housing Co.](https://www.popville.com/events/sonoa-mancala-housing-co-26246/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Housing Co. For Fans of: The Backseat Lovers, Dayglow, Briston Maroney, Beach Bunny Housing Co. is an indie rock/pop band based out of Maryland known for their windows-down beach-side drive sensibility, packed with driving guitar and catchy songwriting. Their energetic music and live performances blend - [The Hour: Poetry Open Mic — Created and hosted by poet María Fernanda](https://www.popville.com/events/the-hour-poetry-open-mic-created-and-hosted-by-poet-mara-fernanda-26245/) - Sign up on-site to share your work aloud at our newest open mic series curated by award-winning poet María Fernanda (she/hers). She believes that Poetry, like us, exists in many forms—spoken word, blues, performance/theatre, hip-hop, and more. Bring poems, songs, raps, monologues, positive affirmations and more! Literary work at any creative stage is welcomed: new - [Author Talk: David McKean & M. Todd Bennett — The Flag Was Still There](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-david-mckean-m-todd-bennett-the-flag-was-still-there-26244/) - America is the rare country that was founded on an idea, and it was a truly radical idea for its time: the belief that the people of a country could govern themselves. The Flag Was Still There offers a unique new narrative of the American Experiment. By focusing on five remarkable years marked by both - [Author Talk: Brad Ryan — Grandma Joy and Me:](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-brad-ryan-grandma-joy-and-me-26243/) - A heartrending, transformative true story following Brad Ryan and his grandmother Joy Ryan as they embark on a seven-year journey to visit every US National Park. Raised in Appalachia, Grandma Joy lived a life shaped by constraints and hardships, while Brad grappled with the weight of family rifts and unresolved pain. Together, they embarked on - [Meditation in the Galleries](https://www.popville.com/events/meditation-in-the-galleries-26242/) - Join instructor Jeneen Piccuirro for a forty-five minute guided meditation with crystal singing bowls in our indoor Terrace Gallery. Seating will be provided, so please mark on your reservation if you prefer a chair or a mat. Water bottles and yoga mats are not permitted inside the Museum. Meditation will take place in our indoor - [Miró Art Workshops: Collagraph Printmaking](https://www.popville.com/events/mir-art-workshops-collagraph-printmaking-26240/) - August 8: Collagraph printmaking In celebration of our Joan Miró exhibit, join us for Miró inspired art workshops with the Kreeger Museum teaching artists Jeneen Piccuirro, Susan Hostetler, and Cheryl Edwards. Each artist will present a different medium drawing inspiration from the Kreeger's Miró Collection. Explore monoprinting, painting with india ink, and collagraph printmaking in - [Miró Art Workshops: Painting with india ink](https://www.popville.com/events/mir-art-workshops-painting-with-india-ink-26237/) - August 1: Painting with india ink In celebration of our Joan Miró exhibit, join us for Miró inspired art workshops with the Kreeger Museum teaching artists Jeneen Piccuirro, Susan Hostetler, and Cheryl Edwards. Each artist will present a different medium drawing inspiration from the Kreeger's Miró Collection. Explore monoprinting, painting with india ink, and collagraph - [Stories of Independence](https://www.popville.com/events/stories-of-independence-26236/) - Join President Lincoln’s Cottage and KAMA DC for an evening of storytelling. Enjoy food from immigrant-owned food trucks and gather in Lincoln’s Drawing Room for stories told by immigrants living in the DMV. - [Miró Art Workshops: Monoprinting](https://www.popville.com/events/mir-art-workshops-monoprinting-26235/) - July 11: Monoprinting In celebration of our Joan Miró exhibit, join us for Miró inspired art workshops with the Kreeger Museum teaching artists Jeneen Piccuirro, Susan Hostetler, and Cheryl Edwards. Each artist will present a different medium drawing inspiration from the Kreeger's Miró Collection. Explore monoprinting, painting with india ink, and collagraph printmaking in this - [Meditation in the Galleries](https://www.popville.com/events/meditation-in-the-galleries-26234/) - Join instructor Jeneen Piccuirro for a forty-five minute guided meditation with crystal singing bowls in our indoor Terrace Gallery. Seating will be provided, so please mark on your reservation if you prefer a chair or a mat. Water bottles and yoga mats are not permitted inside the Museum. Meditation will take place in our indoor - [Washington Spirit Watch Party & Bar Crawl](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-spirit-watch-party-bar-crawl-26227/) - Get ready for the Our City Our Spirit Bar Crawl coming to Navy Yard on Saturday, June 27 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Head on over to the following Spirit Bar Network partners to catch some World Cup soccer, giveaways, Spirit players as guest bartenders, and so much more! - [Cleveland Park Night Market](https://www.popville.com/events/cleveland-park-night-market-26225/) - Celebrate summer at the Cleveland Park Night Market with local artisans, live entertainment, and plenty of opportunities to connect with neighbors. It's the perfect way to spend a Thursday evening while supporting local businesses. - [Bourbon & Blues: Father’s Day Elijah Craig Tasting](https://www.popville.com/events/bourbon-blues-fathers-day-elijah-craig-tasting-26224/) - Celebrate Father’s Day with an elevated evening of refined hospitality at the Waldorf Astoria. Guests who enjoy $60 or more in food and beverage in Peacock Alley will receive exclusive access to our Tasting Salon, where our bartenders present a complimentary three‑pour Elijah Craig bourbon tasting showcasing the character and craftsmanship of exceptional American bourbon. - [Profs & Pints DC: The Stories in Our Bones](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-the-stories-in-our-bones-26214/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Stories in Our Bones,” an introduction to the field of bioarchaeology and what it tells us about life and death in the past, with Jordan Wilson, bioarchaeologist, skeletal biologist, and postdoctoral fellow and lecturer at Georgetown University. Gather among the living to learn how lessons are taught by the - [Profs & Pints DC: Maintain Your Brain](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-maintain-your-brain-26212/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Maintain Your Brain,” a research-based guide to nurturing your brain and staying sharp as you age, with Dr. Majid Fotuhi, adjunct professor of neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University’s Mind/Brain Institute and author of The Invincible Brain. Most people assume memory loss is inevitable with age, but that’s not the case. - [Closer Look: Making A Statement](https://www.popville.com/events/closer-look-making-a-statement-26211/) - Join curator Anya Montiel (Mestiza/Tohono O'odham descent) showing a closer look at the museum’s special installation Making a Statement, which demonstrates how Native women combine traditional design elements with modern military symbolism to demonstrate cultural pride and honor military service. The installation features a historical Lakota beaded dress decorated with elaborate patriotic American imagery and - [Escape! with WIT on June 19 and 20](https://www.popville.com/events/escape-with-wit-on-june-19-and-20-26210/) - WIT’s comedy is always fresh and surprising! (In improv, everything’s made up on the spot so no two shows are ever the same.) Whether you’re staycationing close to home or visiting DC this summer, beat the heat and take a well-deserved break with DC’s funniest improvisers! We’ve also got well-known improv groups from LA and - [Red Bull Spin Off DC](https://www.popville.com/events/red-bull-spin-off-dc-26208/) - Red Bull Spin Off is bringing a one-of-a-kind spectacle to the nation’s capital this summer — a high-energy tandem bicycle challenge set on a water-based obstacle course at The Wharf. Taking place on June 27, the event will kick off Fourth of July celebrations In DC. Inspired by the wildly popular Red Bull Stalen Ros - [Smut Slam DC: Taste the Rainbow](https://www.popville.com/events/smut-slam-dc-taste-the-rainbow-26201/) - Play sexy games, win sexy prizes at this inclusive real-life storytelling open mic-- a rowdy, warm, welcoming pub night out! The speaker holds the mic in a hand that shakes a little. “I’m so nervous,” they admit. “I’ve never been onstage before. I didn’t think I’d really be picked for a story tonight!” As one, - [Free Aerial and Yoga Classes at endlessOM](https://www.popville.com/events/free-aerial-and-yoga-classes-at-endlessom-26206/) - Would you like to try soaring through the air on an aerial yoga hammock? What about trying something new this summer? In D.C. there's only one place in DC to make it happen: endlessOm Yoga & Aerial on U St NW, offering fitness classes far off the beaten path. In honor of Juneteenth, as a - [Nerd Nite DC Pride: Yuri Lesbians, True Crime Femmes, and Saltburning Emperors](https://www.popville.com/events/nerd-nite-dc-pride-yuri-lesbians-true-crime-femmes-and-saltburning-emperors-26200/) - Throw horns for history and rush the stage* for statistics riffs at the bar show where the nerds are the rock stars and smart is punk af. Cue it up: Three experts. Dozens of cheeky slides. A bar full of former gifted kids gone feral who love special interest deep dives. This is Nerd Nite - [moony w/ Wall Carpets](https://www.popville.com/events/moony-w-wall-carpets-26199/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — moony For Fans of: Fontaines D.C., Wolf Alice, MGMT After releasing and touring his debut album WARNING HIGH CUBE from 2024-2025, Singapore-raised now Nashville-based Seth Findley (moony) established himself as a creative force to be reckoned with in the independent alternative rock scene of Nashville. - [Grrrrl Jam feat. Mantagonist + Betty Machete + Younger Sister](https://www.popville.com/events/grrrrl-jam-feat-mantagonist-betty-machete-younger-sister-26198/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Mantagonist For Fans Of: 90s female-fronted grunge, Hole, PJ Harvey, L7 The female-fueled Mantagonist is on a mission to invoke the restless spirit of rocker grrrls of the 90s and beyond. Their angsty energy slow burns into a flaming hot fire. Betty Machete FFO: The - [LIVE at the Lyceum: Main Street Chamber Players Concert](https://www.popville.com/events/live-at-the-lyceum-main-street-chamber-players-concert-lyceum-26182/) - Join the Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic Association for our 36th Annual Summer Sundays Chamber Music Series, LIVE at the Lyceum in Old Town Alexandria, every Sunday at 3 pm June through August. No tickets required! ($25 Suggested Donation) Main Street Chamber Players features Laura Kobayashi on violin, Stephanie Knutsen on viola, Kenneth Law on cello, Barbara - [LIVE at the Lyceum: Music to Celebrate America @ 250](https://www.popville.com/events/live-at-the-lyceum-music-to-celebrate-america-250-lyceum-26186/) - Join the Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic Association for our 36th Annual Summer Sundays Chamber Music Series, LIVE at the Lyceum in Old Town Alexandria, every Sunday at 3 pm June through August. No tickets required! ($25 Suggested Donation) Music to Celebrate America @ 250 features Crystal Lee on flute, Brittany Pemberton on clarinet, and Elizabeth Hill - [Shedonist w/ Josee Molavi](https://www.popville.com/events/shedonist-w-josee-molavi-26197/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Shedonist Shedonist is a Nashville based hard hitting grungey blues rock band with a 90's alternative flair, punctuated by earworm hooks and powerhouse vocals. For Persian-American members Jasmin Toubi and Rose Badiei-Savage, rock music isn't just a genre. It's an attitude, a lifestyle, and the - [Here & Now: A Phone-Free Experience (Washington D.C.)](https://www.popville.com/events/here-now-a-phone-free-experience-washington-dc-26192/) - Here & Now is Kanso's flagship phone-free social experience. part guided facilitation, part free-flow, designed around the neuroscience of real human connection. oxytocin releases when you have a real conversation with a stranger. serotonin kicks in when you feel like you belong somewhere. endorphins follow when a room full of people is genuinely present together. - [An Interfaith Shabbat at Abrahamic House](https://www.popville.com/events/an-interfaith-shabbat-at-abrahamic-house-26175/) - Abrahamic House is a third space for interfaith investigation, learning, and community building. As our current cohort of interfaith fellows wind down their year with us, we invite you to join for an interfaith Shabbat, the traditional Jewish Friday night dinner to welcome the day of rest, as we celebrate the interfaith community they have - [An Abrahamic Movie Night: The Prince of Egypt](https://www.popville.com/events/an-abrahamic-movie-night-the-prince-of-egypt-26173/) - 🎶 "Who knows what miracles you can achieve?" 🎶 The Prince of Egypt is a masterful adaptation of the story of Moses, a powerful narrative featured in all Abrahamic religions, weaving together themes of liberation, identity, courage and faith. Whether it's your first or thousandth time hearing this story in full, join us for our - [Loving Pride: A Cross-Community Conversation](https://www.popville.com/events/loving-pride-a-cross-community-conversation-26172/) - In the Christian Gospels, Jesus instructs his disciples that the second greatest commandment is to "love your neighbor as yourself." This powerful call to reflection raises universal questions for all of us. What does it actually mean to practice that kind of care? How can we learn to love ourselves in a way that moves - [JDHD w/ Alan Ward + Dzh](https://www.popville.com/events/jdhd-w-alan-ward-dzh-26142/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (18+) — JDHD For Fans of: Kendrick Lamar, Tyler, The Creator, Andre 3000 JDHD is a rapper and producer from Westminster, MD and based in the DMV area. His production is rich with infectious harmonies and melodies reminiscent of the R&B and Jazz music he grew up listening - [Village Stories by chitra.MOVES](https://www.popville.com/events/village-stories-by-chitramoves-26159/) - Chitra Subramanian of chitra.MOVES intersects the movement traditions of Indian classical dance and hip hop culture to offer powerful and electrifying dance works for all ages. Rooted in themes of relationships, community, and the power of institution, chitra.MOVES utilizes immersive storytelling and multidisciplinary elements to create meaningful connection and transformation within her audiences. chitra.MOVES is - [Pride and Paint](https://www.popville.com/events/pride-and-paint-26153/) - Celebrate Pride with a little extra color! Join us for Pride and Paint, an all-ages, free crafting event at City State DC. Thanks to the venue and community donations, we have supplies to share. Come paint your pride with us. This event is part of the Love Letters to DC series by Zoo Animal Productions. - [Game Night and Mocktails](https://www.popville.com/events/game-night-and-mocktails-26144/) - Come for the games, stay for the mocktails.Try your hand at a variety of board and card games while enjoying our crafted mocktails and maybe meeting a few new friends along the way. Join us for a relaxed and fun evening with over 20 board games to choose from-classic favorites, new discoveries, and everything in - [Meet Bestselling Author Venessa Vida Kelley Featuring DC Bushwick Book Club](https://www.popville.com/events/meet-bestselling-author-venessa-vida-kelley-featuring-dc-bushwick-book-club-26143/) - 🌈✨ Celebrate Pride Month with an afternoon of music, art, short movie, and storytelling at Georgetown Library! The DC Bushwick Book Club returns with brand-new creative works inspired by When the Tides Held the Moon by Venessa Vida Kelley-a beautifully illustrated queer romantasy. Enjoy original performances and creations by local artists, musicians, animators, and game - [In Conversation with SNL’s Kenan Thompson](https://www.popville.com/events/in-conversation-with-snls-kenan-thompson-26132/) - Calling all D.C. interns and junior staff. Want to make the most of your time in the city this summer? Come join Across the Aisle for a conversation with SNL’s longest-serving cast member Kenan Thompson on the intersection between comedy and politics. What: In Conversation with SNL’s Kenan Thompson. Dinner and drinks provided. When: Thursday, - [No Exit by Jean-Paul Sartre](https://www.popville.com/events/no-exit-by-jean-paul-sartre-26120/) - “No Exit” by Jean-Paul Sartre ranks as one of the classics of the modern theatre. It is a one-act philosophical play by French Nobel Laureate. Jean-Paul Sartre and was first performed in 1944 in Occupied Paris and later published in 1945. Its original French title “Huis clos” is sometimes translated as “In Camera” or “Dead - [Gardening 102](https://www.popville.com/events/gardening-102-26116/) - Join us for Gardening 102, a relaxed, beginner-to-intermediate workshop for folks who want to level up their home gardening game—whether you’re working with a few pots on a porch or a full raised bed setup. We’ll cover the core stuff that actually makes gardens thrive: soil health, watering (too much vs. too little), mulching, composting, - [Forever Blooms: The Art of Drying & Preserving Flowers](https://www.popville.com/events/forever-blooms-the-art-of-drying-preserving-flowers-26115/) - Join us at the farm for a laid-back evening focused on making the beauty of the season last. We’ll walk through the best flowers for drying—from celosia and gomphrena to various native grasses—and show you the best techniques for air-drying, pressing, and preserving their color. We’ll also talk about how to use your dried stems - [Pop-up Trivia](https://www.popville.com/events/pop-up-trivia-26114/) - Come hang out with us for a night of pop-up trivia co-hosted by 51st Wick. We write all the questions ourselves in small batches — no AI, no canned trivia — just fun, bespoke rounds each week, including general trivia, music, mash-ups, and whatever else we’re in the mood for. Bring a team or show - [Funny Farm: Pop-Up Comedy](https://www.popville.com/events/funny-farm-pop-up-comedy-26111/) - Come laugh with us at comedy night at the farm! Bring a picnic, grab some friends, and enjoy stand-up from some of the funniest comics in the DMV — all in a community greenspace right in the middle of the city. It’s low-key, outdoors, and a really fun way to spend an evening. The show - [Root to Rise Yoga: Firefly Edition](https://www.popville.com/events/root-to-rise-yoga-firefly-edition-26113/) - Join us for a relaxed weeknight pop-up yoga session at the farm, where our instructor, Isabel, will guide us through an easy, beginner-friendly flow out on the lawn, surrounded by flowers and whatever the evening brings. It’s a calm outdoor practice focused on alignment, breath, and settling into the natural rhythm of the space. - [Fermenting 101](https://www.popville.com/events/fermenting-101-26112/) - Learn the basics of fermenting in a hands-on workshop where we’ll walk through simple, approachable techniques, and then let you dive in and make your own small-batch ferments. We’ll provide everything you need — mason jars, airlocks, and all the supplies and ingredients — though you’re welcome to bring your own produce if you’d like - [Bouquet Crafting & Flower Design](https://www.popville.com/events/bouquet-crafting-flower-design-26109/) - Join us for a relaxed workshop where you’ll harvest your own flowers and foliage from the farm and turn them into two beautiful bouquets to take home. We’ll go over simple, practical tips on pairing blooms, balancing colors, and creating arrangements that feel natural and eye-catching without being fussy. All materials are provided — vases - [Root to Rise Yoga](https://www.popville.com/events/root-to-rise-yoga-26108/) - Join us for a relaxed weeknight pop-up yoga session at the farm, where our instructor, Isabel, will guide us through an easy, beginner-friendly flow out on the lawn, surrounded by flowers and whatever the evening brings. It’s a calm outdoor practice focused on alignment, breath, and settling into the natural rhythm of the space. - [The Garage Presents: Farge + Velvet Divide + Spilt Milk + Scarlet Kiss](https://www.popville.com/events/the-garage-presents-farge-velvet-divide-spilt-milk-scarlet-kiss-26103/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Farge For Fans of: Circa Survive, Nymb, Sunny Day Real Estate, Title Fight, Basement Born from a small town from Pennsylvania, Farge raises the eyebrows of audiences every time they hit the stage. While crowds may expect to see a silly high school band at - [Birthday Girl + Doolittle + Seraphine's Cleaver + Somebody's Daughter](https://www.popville.com/events/birthday-girl-doolittle-seraphines-cleaver-somebodys-daughter-26104/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Birthday Girl For Fans Of: Sonic Youth, The Pixies, Veruca Salt, Hole Birthday Girl is a rising Washington, D.C. indie rock trio known for blending 90s-style college rock melodies with fuzzy, angsty garage punk with sharply written, emotionally raw songs centered on the complexities of - [System Hack: ADopted Enemy & Friends](https://www.popville.com/events/system-hack-adopted-enemy-friends-26083/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — ADopted Enemy For Fans of: Playboi Carti, Lazer Dim 700, Imogen Heap ADopted Enemy is an alternative rap artist pushing the boundaries of sound and structure in the post-rap space. Blending absurdist humor, cryptic lyricism, and avant-garde production, his music lives between satire and sincerity—often - [Monsters!](https://www.popville.com/events/monsters-26090/) - Thundershark Gallery is pleased to present: MONSTERS! a showcase of 25 DMV-area artists. We're super excited to gather these monsters together in one show. Works will be available for purchase. All sales go directly to the artists. Trei Ramsey 👁️ Tara Falk 👁️ Sarah Jamison 👁️ Salvador 👁️ Rachel Wallach 👁️ Mike O'Brien 👁️ Louis-Antoine - [World Elder Abuse Awareness Day](https://www.popville.com/events/world-elder-abuse-awareness-day-26088/) - Thanks everyone for your support for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day June 15, 2026 DC Elder Abuse Awareness Day June 15, 2026 Outside Kuro Listening Bar 1:00PM 3632 Georgia Ave NW Washington DC Please donate for more goodies and shipping grieving families who were left behind World Elders Abuse Awareness Day World Elder Abuse Awareness - [Juneteenth on U Street](https://www.popville.com/events/juneteenth-on-u-street-26075/) - Thursday, June 18 | 3PM–9PM | Live Go-Go | Vendors | Family-Friendly | Free to Attend Join us for the 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Harrison Park — where culture, history, and community come alive. This year, we honor the legacy of Black Broadway and celebrate the beauty, resilience, and brilliance of our people. From - [JOAN MIRÓ: From the Kreeger Collection (May 23 - August 15)](https://www.popville.com/events/joan-mir-from-the-kreeger-collection-may-23-august-15-26072/) - The Kreeger Museum is pleased to present JOAN MIRÓ From the Kreeger Collection, May 23 - August 15, 2026. The Kreeger’s complete collection of works by Joan Miró will be on view, including The Mallorca Suite, Makemono, and El Vol de l’Alosa (The Flight of the Lark). This special exhibition will mark the first time - [Story Time: Amazing Airplanes (Washington)](https://www.popville.com/events/story-time-amazing-airplanes-washington-26069/) - Learn about airplanes and air travel in this book by Tony Mitton and Ant Parker. Follow animal characters as they become pilots, baggage handlers, and more. Children will learn parts of the airplane like the cockpit and landing gear. Children will also learn about the many different jobs at the airport. Story Time and Museum - [Fourth of July on the Farm](https://www.popville.com/events/fourth-of-july-on-the-farm-26067/) - Join us to meet neighbors, watch the neighborhood fireworks display, and bask in the glory of the high summer farm season on Saturday, July 4 from 6-10 p.m. We’ll be grilling vegetarian and non-vegetarian mains. Bring sides, drinks, and desserts to share. - [Nando's Free Chicken & Chips Day](https://www.popville.com/events/nandos-free-chicken-chips-day-26058/) - To kick off the summer’s biggest global soccer tournament, Nando's – the South African fast-casual favorite – is launching its first-ever, nationwide Free Chicken & Chips Day this Friday, June 12. For one evening only, any fan who visits any of Nando’s locations in DC wearing their favorite soccer jersey will receive a free meal - [Artist Talk with George Kevin Jordan in conversation with Jarvis DuBois](https://www.popville.com/events/artist-talk-with-george-kevin-jordan-in-conversation-with-jarvis-dubois-26060/) - Join The Nicholson Project for an in-person conversation with inaugural Local Artist Studio Resident George Kevin Jordan (GKJcreates) and curator Jarvis DuBois. Together, they will explore Jordan’s time in residence, the development of his culminating exhibition, "UNDER OPEN SKY (Part I)", and influences that inform his creative practice. - [The Debt Escape Room: Can You Do Better Than Congress?](https://www.popville.com/events/the-debt-escape-room-can-you-do-better-than-congress-26054/) - Calling all D.C. interns and junior staff. Want to make the most of your time in the city this summer? Come join Across the Aisle for our only interactive workshop of Summer Series 2026 — The Debt Escape Room: Can You Do Better Than Congress? You may have heard lawmakers debating how to tackle the - [State Fair Canvassing + Celebration](https://www.popville.com/events/state-fair-canvassing-celebration-26052/) - Join DC Statehood advocates at the Great American State Fair for a day of impactful conversations and community celebration. Volunteers will talk with fair attendees about DC statehood and the fight for full voting rights for DC residents. By signing up for a canvassing shift, you're helping share DC’s story with people from across the - [The Future of News in a Social Media World](https://www.popville.com/events/the-future-of-news-in-a-social-media-world-26051/) - Calling all D.C. interns and junior staff. Want to make the most of your time in the city this summer? Come join Across the Aisle for the first event of Summer Series 2026: A conversation with content creators Maria Comstock, Cory Bradford, and Ethan Kelly on how social media is changing the way we consume - [Parlor Varieté: A Burlesque Salon at The Arts Club of Washington](https://www.popville.com/events/parlor-variet-a-burlesque-salon-at-the-arts-club-of-washington-26048/) - DMVariety invites you to Parlor Varieté: A Burlesque Salon, an evening that examines burlesque as an important American art form with a long, complicated, and interesting history – and provides ample demonstration of it! Performer and burlesque historian Bebe Bardeaux, ranked #19 on the Burlesque Top 50 in 2024, will deliver a brief lecture on - [Escape! with WIT on June 12 and 13](https://www.popville.com/events/escape-with-wit-on-june-12-and-13-26034/) - WIT’s comedy is always fresh and surprising! (In improv, everything’s made up on the spot so no two shows are ever the same.) Whether you’re staycationing close to home or visiting DC this summer, beat the heat and take a well-deserved break with DC’s funniest improvisers! We’ve also got well-known improv groups from LA and - [The Stage at Union Station presents Heidi Martin Trio](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-heidi-martin-trio-26033/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Heidi Martin is a Washington, D.C.–born vocalist and composer whose genre-defying work blends jazz, folk, and poetry into a deeply expressive, socially - [The Stage at Union Station presents DC Monumental Strings](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-dc-monumental-strings-26032/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. DC Monumental Strings, led by Amy Domingues, is a Washington, D.C.–based ensemble that brings together accomplished musicians to perform a wide range - [The Stage at Union Station presents Max Jacobs & Sophie Ross](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-max-jacobs-sophie-ross-26031/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Max Jacobs & Sophie Ross are Washington, D.C.–based musicians who bring together violin and clarinet to create dynamic performances that blend classical, - [The Stage at Union Station presents Tamara Wellons Trio](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-tamara-wellons-trio-26030/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Tamara Wellons is a celebrated soulful vocalist, songwriter, and arts-in-healing innovator whose work blends rhythm and blues, house, and storytelling to inspire - [The Stage at Union Station presents District Strings](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-district-strings-26029/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. District Strings is a group of string musicians who play a mix of classical pieces and modern songs. They perform at concerts, - [The Stage at Union Station presents Randolph Strings](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-randolph-strings-26028/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. The Randolph String Quartet is a group of siblings and Howard University alumni who perform around the world, playing both classical and - [Makers market this Sunday, Takoma Park](https://www.popville.com/events/makers-market-this-sunday-takoma-park-26020/) - The Takoma Collective is hosting a new outdoor market this Sunday featuring a local artists, vintage collectors, and makers along Laurel Avenue in downtown Takoma Park (across from the farmers' market). When: Sunday, June 14, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. (rain or shine) Where: Laurel Avenue between Carroll Avenue and Eastern Avenue NW Getting there: Just a - [Summerween Comedy Show](https://www.popville.com/events/summerween-comedy-show-26026/) - Congressional Cemetery is hosting the Summerween Comedy Show by the Just Kidding Comedy Collective! Do the fright thing and get into the Summerween spirit with a killer lineup of local comedians in the (air-conditioned!) Congressional Cemetery Chapel. Wear your spookiest summer style and come early to grab some boo(!)ze and explore the grounds – we’re - [CAISO Steel Drum Band: Sunset Concert Series by Gallery O on H](https://www.popville.com/events/caiso-steel-drum-band-sunset-concert-series-by-gallery-o-on-h-26010/) - Celebrate National Caribbean American Heritage Month with CAISO Steel Drum Band at Gallery O's Sunset Concert Series. For more than 40 years, CAISO Steel Drum Band has shared the vibrant sounds of the Caribbean with audiences throughout the Washington, DC region. Their lively repertoire blends Calypso, Reggae, Latin Jazz, and popular favorites, creating the perfect - [Sally's Night](https://www.popville.com/events/sallys-night-26008/) - Celebrate the anniversary of Sally Ride becoming the first American woman in space with our annual Sally's Night event! Enjoy activities that explore the wonder of our universe and shine a light on women in STEM. Inside the Museum - Free passes required, reserve at bit.ly/sally-reservations Test your knowledge with trivia challenges Watch planetarium shows - [Story Time: Construction Site: Taking Flight](https://www.popville.com/events/story-time-construction-site-taking-flight-26005/) - Learn how construction vehicles like belt loaders and snowplows help to build airport runways and clear snow. This wonderful story by Sherri Duskey Rinker with rhyming text and vibrant illustrations invites us to learn how helping others is fun. After the story, we will play some games that help us learn about taking turns. Story - [The R&B Club Discusses The Legacy of T-Pain](https://www.popville.com/events/the-rb-club-discusses-the-legacy-of-t-pain-25992/) - The R&B Club is for everyone. But this next event is especially for those of us who lived and partied to one of the chief architects of the genre’s sound in the mid-to-late 2000s. And for those of us who remember how vital the perfect ringtone was. We’re talking Tallahassee’s own, none other than T-Pain. - [Make America Home: Comedy & Bellydancing!](https://www.popville.com/events/make-america-home-comedy-bellydancing-25993/) - Atlas Arts Lab presents ROLA Z: Make America Home MAKE AMERICA HOME By Rola Z is an experiential one-woman show blending stand-up comedy, storytelling, and BELLYDANCING! We’ll have audience engagement to explore belonging. The show touches on humor as resilience in the face of displacement, aging with audacity, collective healing, the body as witness, and - [I'll meet you there - A city-wide roving exhibition of contemporary video featuring Stephanie J. Williams, Jermaine "jET" Carter, Edgar Reyes, and A.J. McClenon](https://www.popville.com/events/ill-meet-you-there-a-city-wide-roving-exhibition-of-contemporary-video-featuring-stephanie-j-williams-jermaine-jet-carter-edgar-reyes-and-aj-mcclenon-25981/) - Hamiltonian Artists and The Nicholson Project, two arts organizations dedicated to fostering emerging and mid-career artists, present I’ll meet you there a sweeping six-month city-wide exhibition. Showcasing the work of artists from the D.C. region, Stephanie J. Williams, Jermaine “jET” Carter, Edgar Reyes, and A.J. McClenon, I’ll meet you there features video works that consider - [Meditation in the Galleries](https://www.popville.com/events/meditation-in-the-galleries-25980/) - Join instructor Jeneen Piccuirro for a forty-five minute guided meditation with crystal singing bowls in our indoor Terrace Gallery. Seating will be provided, so please mark on your reservation if you prefer a chair or a mat. Water bottles and yoga mats are not permitted inside the Museum. Meditation will take place in our indoor - [Author Talk: John A. Jenkins — Summer of '71](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-john-a-jenkins-summer-of-71-25978/) - From award-winning journalist and author John A. Jenkins comes a revolutionary exploration of the summer before Watergate—a parallel world of a half-century ago when America faced events and crises strikingly similar to those of today—told through the lives and words of those who lived it. Inflation rages. Crime is rising. Abortion rights take center stage - [Author Talk: Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan | Regime Change](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-maggie-haberman-and-jonathan-swan-regime-change-25977/) - From the two reporters who have covered him more closely than perhaps anyone else over the past decade comes this definitive portrait of Donald Trump in the White House. Regime Change covers the first year of Trump’s second presidency—a term liberated from every constraint that defined his first. The generals who once told him “no” - [Author Talk: Stephen O'Connor — We Want So Much to Be Ourselves](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-stephen-oconnor-we-want-so-much-to-be-ourselves-25976/) - A German psychoanalyst, his Jewish wife, and their young daughter are swept up in the rising tide of fascism Günter Zeitz, psychoanalyst-in-training and the son of a Catholic country doctor, and Josine Rosen, Sigmund Freud's patient and the daughter of a Jewish shipping magnate, first meet in 1924, in Freud's Viennese waiting room. As their - [Author Talk: Yotam Marom — For Louder Days](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-yotam-marom-for-louder-days-25975/) - The essential guide to establishing an effective opposition movement in the age of Trump, from the leading activist and organizer "I consider Marom] one of the most generous and important thinkers for the activist left, for anyone who cares about where we are and how to get to where we should be." --Rebecca Solnit There - [Kids Scavenger Hunt with Austin Graff](https://www.popville.com/events/kids-scavenger-hunt-with-austin-graff-25972/) - Austin Graff, author of 111 Places for Kids in Washington, DC That You Must Not Miss, is hosting a scavenger hunt! We will meet at Politics and Prose Union Market to hear a bit about the book, grab a map, and explore the neighborhood. Children of all ages are welcome to participate (with a parent - [Author Talk: Dara Levan — Shaken on the Core](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-dara-levan-shaken-on-the-core-25971/) - When life is cut short, what do we do with the time we have left? Joy Stern, a free-spirited photographer, thought she had it all together. She built a traveler’s life with her husband, Andre, an architect who designed their days like the buildings he created. Children weren’t part of the plan. When Joy’s mom - [Author Talk: Aggie Blum Thompson — The Neighbors Are Watching](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-aggie-blum-thompson-the-neighbors-are-watching-25966/) - From the "master of suburban scandal" (Samantha M. Bailey) comes a scandalous twisty thriller about obsession, betrayal, and the price of perfection Just outside Washington, DC, sits Eastbrook, Bethesda—a leafy suburb with top schools, pristine landscapes, and perfect neighbors. It’s not the kind of place where nannies are shot during robberies gone wrong. And in - [Willow Street Gallery presents High Chroma](https://www.popville.com/events/willow-street-gallery-presents-high-chroma-25963/) - THE WILLOW STREET GALLERY PRESENTS: HIGH CHROMA, a new group exhibition celebrating the power and intensity of color. You’re invited to join us for the opening reception on June 13, from 6-8pm, at Willow Street Gallery in Washington, DC. Chroma describes the intensity and saturation of pigment. With HIGH CHROMA, we turn the volume all - [Author Talk: Tad Stoermer — A Resistance History of the United States](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-tad-stoermer-a-resistance-history-of-the-united-states-25960/) - Revisit the Salem Witch Trials, the Underground Railroad, and other resistance movements of American history to get a bold new understanding of how resistance shaped our past—and how its principles can change our future. The United States was shaped by resistance—but not in the way we’ve been taught. The Revolution did not secure liberty; it - [Yoga in the Sculpture Garden](https://www.popville.com/events/yoga-in-the-sculpture-garden-25957/) - Join instructor Jeneen Piccuirro for a one hour all-levels yoga practice in our serene outdoor Sculpture Garden. Know before you go: Please bring your own yoga mat, water, and any other yoga props you wish to use. During practice, the use of cell phones and taking photos/videos is strictly prohibited. This class will be held - [Author Talk: Fergus M. Bordewich — Centennial](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-fergus-m-bordewich-centennial-25955/) - The grand spectacle that marked America’s first century—and a moment of reckoning for a nation in flux “Those who were there felt that the wheel of history itself had turned before their eyes.” Held at Fairmount Park, in Philadelphia, the Great Centennial Exhibition of 1876 attracted 10 million Americans—nearly 20 percent of the population, among - [Author Talk: Jessica M. Goldstein — Retro](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-jessica-m-goldstein-retro-25953/) - An out-of-work actress gets a job as a tour guide for an ultra-luxury time travel company—only to discover her trips to the past could upend her present—in this sharp, speculative debut novel. When Ash spots an ad for Retro during a depressing Instagram scroll—she’s in debt and unemployed; everyone else is, evidently, thriving—she’s surprised the - [Author Talk: Anna Badkhen — To See Beyond](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-anna-badkhen-to-see-beyond-25949/) - A globe-spanning essay collection on the human condition from the author James McBride calls "one of the most creative and important nonfiction writers in our era" Our hyper-informed digital era of climate catastrophe, historically unmatched migration, and genocide confronts us with a terrible conundrum: the pain and struggles of others are more visible than ever, - [Author Talk: Isaac Butler — The Perfect Moment](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-isaac-butler-the-perfect-moment-25951/) - The prize-winning author of The Method reveals the forgotten origins of America's culture wars-a story of late 20th century art vs. censorship, brimming with intense drama and fierce moral urgency. It's 1988, the final year of the Reagan presidency, and the curtain is closing on the Cold War. In the absence of external adversaries, the - [Summer Jazz Celebration](https://www.popville.com/events/summer-jazz-celebration-25947/) - Join us to gather in the Sculpture Garden and enjoy an afternoon of live music for our sixth annual Summer Jazz Celebration, with performances by the Simone Baron Trio and the Elijah Jamal Balbed Quartet! In collaboration with Elijah Jamal Balbed, The Kreeger Museum is honored and thrilled to present Jazz at The Kreeger, a - [Author Talk: Jesse Wegman — The Lost Founder](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-jesse-wegman-the-lost-founder-25946/) - New York Times journalist Jesse Wegman tells the story of James Wilson, a Founding Father whose bold vision shaped American democracy but whose legacy was lost to scandal. As a young lawyer, James Wilson made a celebrated case for American independence in an essay that inspired the famous words “We hold these truths to be - [Author Talk: Franklin Foer— How Soccer Explains the World](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-franklin-foer-how-soccer-explains-the-world-25945/) - Just in time for the 2026 World Cup in North America—anew edition of the bestselling sports classic, featuring a new preface from the author. With the 2026 World Cup in all three nations of North America, the power and scope of soccer has truly become global. In this remarkably insightful, wide-ranging work, Franklin Foer argues - [Author Talk: Sarah M. S. Pearsall — Freedom Round the Globe](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-sarah-m-s-pearsall-freedom-round-the-globe-25944/) - In a groundbreaking global exploration of the ideas that drove the American Revolution, a prize-winning historian shines a light on the defiance of marginalized peoples all over the world. In her powerful new history of the American Revolution, Sarah M. S. Pearsall argues that the American Founding Fathers did not have a unique claim on - [Author Talk: Martin Walker — A Murder in the Springtime](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-martin-walker-a-murder-in-the-springtime-25943/) - In the next installment of the Bruno, Chief of Police series, a newcomer to St. Denis is found dead at the home of one of Bruno’s best friends—and for once, Bruno feels as though he is too close to the case to investigate, until it becomes clear that he’s the only person who can solve - [Wags at the Wharf](https://www.popville.com/events/wags-at-the-wharf-25942/) - Join Lucky Dog Animal Rescue for Wags at The Wharf -- find out about the LDAR mission, their adoptable animals, and how you can help the rescue save more animals! And, of course, cuddle some cute dogs. - [Author Talk: Phill Branch — The Double Dutch Fuss](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-phill-branch-the-double-dutch-fuss-25941/) - In this raw and lyrical memoir as rich and insightful as How to Say Babylon and as vulnerable and provocative as Heavy, an Emmy Award-winning director chronicles his struggle to break free from—and live outside of—the prescribed paradigms of Blackness and masculinity that shaped him. Long before every moment of our lives was tracked by - [Author Talk: Joanna Stern — I Am Not a Robot](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-joanna-stern-i-am-not-a-robot-25939/) - What happens when intelligent machines aren’t just in our pockets but are also driving our cars, making our decisions, folding our laundry, and educating our kids? You’ve heard the hype: AI will make us healthier, give every child a personalized tutor, run our businesses more efficiently, return hours of free time to our overworked brains, - [The Stage at Union Station presents Wes Biles Trio](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-wes-biles-trio-25938/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Vocalist Gail Shipp will perform with the Wes Biles Trio, bringing her soulful interpretation of jazz standards and the Great American Songbook - [Advisory Neighborhood Commission Panel Discussion: Commemoration 50 Years of ANC](https://www.popville.com/events/advisory-neighborhood-commission-panel-discussion-commemoration-50-years-of-anc-25937/) - On Friday, June 12 at 6 pm, the Office of Advisory Neighborhood Commissions is hosting a panel discussion of early ANC Commissioners and advocates in celebration of 50 years of Advisory Neighborhood Commissions. The panel will explore the achievements and challenges associated with the early years of ANCs. Perhaps the most significant innovation in urban - [The Stage at Union Station presents DC Monumental Strings](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-dc-monumental-strings-25936/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. DC Monumental Strings, led by Amy Domingues, is a Washington, D.C.–based ensemble that brings together accomplished musicians to perform a wide range - [Author Talk: Eddie S. Glaude, Jr. — America, U.S.A.](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-eddie-s-glaude-jr-america-usa-25901/) - The New York Times bestselling author of Begin Again confronts America’s unfinished story in this blistering reassessment of race, freedom, and the myths that bind us. Celebrated public intellectual Eddie S. Glaude, Jr. presents a groundbreaking analysis of the vicious cycles of American history and the country’s enduring refusal to face its true nature—especially at - [Author Talk: Jennie Durant — Bitter Honey](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-jennie-durant-bitter-honey-25899/) - "An ambitious, important, and utterly captivating book."--Mary Roach, New York Times bestselling author of Replaceable You and Stiff A revealing investigation into how industrial farming poses a growing threat to America's bees Each February, a vast yet largely invisible migration takes place across the United States. Semi-trucks stacked high with honey bee colonies head to - [Author Talk: Luke Burgis — The One and the Ninety-Nine](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-luke-burgis-the-one-and-the-ninety-nine-25898/) - How to become yourself without losing everyone else. We’re living in a time when it’s harder than ever to become a whole person—and to stay in authentic community. Some people dissolve into their group identities and lose themselves entirely. Others withdraw into ephemeral, online collectives they can float into and out of without consequence. Both - [Author Talk: Julia Ainsley — Undue Process](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-julia-ainsley-undue-process-25895/) - A revealing, news driven account of the Trump Administration’s mass deportation program, featuring never-before-told stories and behind-the-scenes reporting from NBC News’ Senior Homeland Security Correspondent. In Undue Process, NBC’s Senior Homeland Security correspondent Julia Ainsley takes us inside the Trump White House to show how Stephen Miller, Kristi Noem, Tom Homan, and other anti-immigration hardliners - [Author Talk: Darby Saxbe, PhD — Dad Brain](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-darby-saxbe-phd-dad-brain-25891/) - A groundbreaking exploration of the science and significance of fatherhood that shows great dads are made, not born Over the last decade, we’ve learned more about the transformative power of parenthood—biologically, psychologically, and socially—than ever before. But while the experience of motherhood has attracted well-deserved attention, fatherhood has remained overlooked and, often, misunderstood. Now, in - [Author Talk: Samuel Clowes Huneke & Hugh Ryan](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-samuel-clowes-huneke-hugh-ryan-25889/) - I Will Not Abandon You brings to life the unrelenting defiance of queer women in fascist Germany. In his latest book, award-winning historian Samuel Clowes Huneke shows how love, queer resistance, and collective action survived in the harrowing circumstances of Nazi rule. Drawing on a decade of archival research, Huneke takes readers into a hidden - [Bloomsday: Ulysses Reading with Politics & Prose](https://www.popville.com/events/bloomsday-ulysses-reading-with-politics-prose-25887/) - Join us as we celebrate Bloomsday! Participate in our own mini-marathon reading of James Joyce’s Ulysses, the famous novel that rambles around Dublin. Marathon readings of this modernist masterpiece can go on for days, but P&P’s little version will last just over an hour. Volunteer to read a short prepared portion of the novel as - [Author Talk: Andrea Wulf — The Traveler](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-andrea-wulf-the-traveler-25886/) - Step into the life and times of George Forster, the young naturalist and revolutionary who journeyed to the far reaches of the known world and whose radical ideas about humanity and freedom made waves in eighteenth-century Europe—from the bestselling author of The Invention of Nature and Magnificent Rebels. From an early age, it was clear - [Author Talk: Madeleine Schwartz — How We See It](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-madeleine-schwartz-how-we-see-it-25885/) - From the celebrated magazine of international writing, twelve sharp global perspectives on a changing United States, with an introduction by the Dial's editor in chief, Madeleine Schwartz The 2024 U.S. presidential election reverberated internationally, a global event whose outcome has already reshaped trade, migration, security, and rising authoritarianism across the world. Inside the United States, - [Poetry Reading](https://www.popville.com/events/poetry-reading-25884/) - In Soul Cake, Lisa Russ Spaar makes late-life, hibernal forays into ecstasy, God hunger, soul-making, language, beauty, and an unquenched desire for the b/Beloved. Lisa Russ Spaar’s seventh full-length collection of poems, Soul Cake, which takes its title from an ancient mummer/wassailer’s carol, leans with late-life, hibernal ecstasy into Spaar’s flood subjects: God hunger, soul-making, - [Author Talk: Ellen Prentiss Campbell — Vanishing Point](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-ellen-prentiss-campbell-vanishing-point-25883/) - ‘As all Pittsburghers know, Homewood Cemetery is full of stories. Here Ellen Prentiss Campbell unearths not one but three, piecing together the fascinating yet little-known saga of the Hetzels. VANISHING POINT is a smart, sharp historical novel that combines the shifting mores of art and the changing fortunes of one extraordinary American family.’ - Stewart - [Author Talk: Matt Campbell — The Man Who Stole the Gods](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-matt-campbell-the-man-who-stole-the-gods-25881/) - From the Killing Fields of Cambodia to the gilded halls of New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, a tale of stolen treasures and the battle to reclaim a nation’s soul. Amidst the chaos of Cambodia's brutal genocide, a new crime wave emerged—one that would sweep across borders and entangle the world's most prestigious art institutions. - [Author Talk: Ben Fountain — Rasputin Swims the Potomac](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-ben-fountain-rasputin-swims-the-potomac-25880/) - ONE OF LITHUB"S MOST ANTICIPATED BOOKS OF 2026 From the award-winning, bestselling author of Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk comes a biting satire of American politics and a searingly intelligent novel about the cruel absurdities of contemporary life, centering on a world champion professional wrestler with presidential ambitions Reporter Clarence Thomas Jr. is looking for - [Author Talk: David Levithan and Gabriel Duckels - The Fight of Our Lives](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-david-levithan-and-gabriel-duckels-the-fight-of-our-lives-25878/) - About the Book: A thoughtful, poignant look at the AIDS crisis in the United States that includes primary source interviews, history, medical research, and cultural touchpoints. The AIDS crisis in America is complex and composed of countless individual stories of grief, love, and advocacy. Its history shows the power of youth activism, how creativity and - [Trivia Night at The Stacks](https://www.popville.com/events/trivia-night-at-the-stacks-25875/) - Join us for Trivia Night at The Stacks with J Street Trivia on June 25, 2026, at 6:00 PM for a fun-filled evening of brain teasing knowledge. Come by yourself and join a team or bring a team of friends with you! It's a perfect opportunity to unwind, socialize, and enjoy some friendly competition. Don't - [Yoga at The Stacks with Balance Gym](https://www.popville.com/events/yoga-at-the-stacks-with-balance-gym-25872/) - Join us for Yoga at The Stacks with Balance Gym! This relaxing evening of yoga will take place at on June 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Release your stress and find your inner peace. No experience necessary, just bring your mat and an open mind. Let's flow together and unwind from the day. See you - [Celebrate America DC Holy Ghost Rally: Washington DC](https://www.popville.com/events/celebrate-america-dc-holy-ghost-rally-washington-dc-25867/) - As part of Celebrate America DC, join Dr. Rodney Howard-Browne at International Ethiopian Evangelical Church for a powerful night of worship, soul-winning training, and Holy Ghost empowerment. Come be refreshed, equipped, and mobilized as we unite to see 250,000 souls saved across the DMV. Free Admission: https://events.revival.com/event/celebrate-america-one-night-holy-ghost-rally-july-1 See Other Times & Locations: https://events.revival.com/events/celebrateamerica - [Comedy Show for LGBTQ+ Prosperity](https://www.popville.com/events/comedy-show-for-lgbtq-prosperity-25853/) - A very funny, very queer show produced by Grassroots Comedy to celebrate the DC LGBTQ+ Center and the beginning of Pride Month! *Happy Hour: 7:00 - 7:45 pm *Show: 8pm Across the country, LGBTQ+ people are losing access to care, protection, and support. These aren’t abstract policy changes - they are real people losing the - [Escape! with WIT on June 5 and 6](https://www.popville.com/events/escape-with-wit-on-june-5-and-6-25847/) - WIT's comedy is always fresh and surprising! (In improv, everything's made up on the spot so no two shows are ever the same.) Whether you're staycationing close to home or visiting DC this summer, beat the heat and take a well-deserved break with DC's funniest improvisers! We've also got well-known improv groups from LA and - [Garfield Park: A Washington Neighborhood through Four Centuries](https://www.popville.com/events/garfield-park-a-washington-neighborhood-through-four-centuries-25848/) - Garfield Park, southeast of the Capitol, has been home to giant carnivorous dinosaurs, Pleistocene hardwood forests, an American Indian village, a colonial plantation, a Federal-era mansion, a Civil War barracks, and very nearly the City Hall. Nearby stood an early brewery, the original Providence Hospital, and the first school for Black children in the District - [Rogue Kings feat. Yansaneh + Mitchi + DG The Artist + Avngme](https://www.popville.com/events/rogue-kings-feat-yansaneh-mitchi-dg-the-artist-avngme-25820/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — DG the Artist For Fans of: Lil Uzi Vert, J. Cole, 100 gecs DG the Artist is a rapper and hyperpop artist based in the DMV. On his 2025 album "You Deserve The World," DG delivers a truly unique mixture of vibey introspective hip-hop and - [Conservatory Classic Jazz Band](https://www.popville.com/events/conservatory-classic-jazz-band-25785/) - The PRJC's monthly Jam Session - the "house" band is a top-notch talented group of traditional jazz musicians. An easily accessible location, the restaurant is 2 blocks from the Red Line Metro's Friendship Heights stop, with free valet parking available. Jammers and students get in FREE - that's right, no charge if you play or - [Loud & Proud: Capital Pride Weekend Kickoff at Lady Madison](https://www.popville.com/events/loud-proud-capital-pride-weekend-kickoff-at-lady-madison-25783/) - Kick off Capital Pride weekend at Lady Madison with Absolut cocktails, DJ beats, giveaways & Pride vibes Fri June 19, 2026 5–8PM Kick off Capital Pride weekend at Lady Madison with an electric night of cocktails, music, and celebration in the heart of downtown D.C., presented in partnership with Absolut. Join us on Friday, June - [Bastille Day Celebration at Lady Madison | 2026](https://www.popville.com/events/bastille-day-celebration-at-lady-madison-2026-25784/) - Celebrate Bastille Day in effortless style at Lady Madison with a chic French-inspired summer soirée in the heart of Washington, D.C. Join us on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 from 5 PM–8 PM for an elevated evening of rosé, music, and Parisian flair. In partnership with Whispering Angel, this celebration brings the spirit of France to - [UFC Watch Party: Fight Night Live at Lady Madison](https://www.popville.com/events/ufc-watch-party-fight-night-live-at-lady-madison-25782/) - Watch UFC Fight Night live at Lady Madison with big screens, fight-night specials, cocktails, and nonstop action all evening. Join us at Lady Madison on Sunday, June 14 for a UFC Fight Night Watch Party featuring live broadcast action on our big screens. We’ll be showing the full fight card live so you don’t miss - [The Pepsi Challenge](https://www.popville.com/events/the-pepsi-challenge-25777/) - The Pepsi Challenge returns – and it's coming to the DMV! PEPSI® is bringing the iconic blind taste test to your area, inviting consumers to put their taste to the ultimate test and decide for themselves who has the superior-tasting cola. Last year, the Pepsi Challenge results were undeniable. In 2025, Pepsi Zero Sugar beat - [Shepherd Branch Trail Visioning Workshop](https://www.popville.com/events/shepherd-branch-trail-visioning-workshop-25780/) - Join Us for the Shepherd Branch Trail Visioning Workshop! The Shepherd Branch Trail will transform a now inactive rail corridor into a multi-use path for walking biking and everyday connection. Get ready to share your ideas and help shape the future of the Shepherd Branch Trail. This is an in-person event where your voice will - [District Creates Festival](https://www.popville.com/events/district-creates-festival-25774/) - Sunday, June 28, 2026 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Bridge District (600 block of Howard Rd SE, Washington, DC 20020). DC Makers' Guild, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting the District's independent maker community, is hosting the inaugural District Creates Festival, a one-day outdoor festival showcasing the best of DC's local craft and creative economy. District - [Five Minute Horror Film Fest](https://www.popville.com/events/five-minute-horror-film-fest-25771/) - Local directors showcase their spine-chilling 5-minute horror flicks created during the 5th cohort of DC Public Library's filmmaking workshop series. From an unexpected alien invasion, a surveillance gig gone awry, the evils of AI, genetic tampering and techno-obsession, these original dystopian shorts created by local filmmakers participating in our Spring 2026 library filmmaking workshop will - [Noble Dust + Griefcat](https://www.popville.com/events/noble-dust-griefcat-25769/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Noble Dust For Fans of: Sufjan Stevens, Anais Mitchell, Madison Cunningham Noble Dust creates dynamic, lyrically-driven folk pop, blending ethereal vocal harmonies with intricate horn and string melodies. The group is a 2023 & 2024 New England Music Award Nominee for Americana Band of the - [Top Tier Titan w/ Samiah, Muddlehead](https://www.popville.com/events/top-tier-titan-w-samiah-muddlehead-25766/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Top Tier Titan For Fans of: Bring Me The Horizon, System of a Down, Linkin Park, Bloodywood TopTierTitan delivers a genre-defying sound—blending culturally inspired rhythms, melodic grooves, and the raw energy of rock and metal. With a striking visual identity and a cinematic, high-impact stage - [Luke Waldron w/ KENDALL!](https://www.popville.com/events/luke-waldron-w-kendall-25764/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Luke Waldron For Fans of: Frank Ocean, Anderson Paak., Robert Glasper, Kamasi Washington, VENNA, Yuseef Kamaal Luke Waldron is an alto saxophonist and singer-songwriter blending jazz, R&B, and gospel into a sound that feels as honest as it is unforgettable. Having performed on stages like - [Spring Student Showcase](https://www.popville.com/events/spring-student-showcase-25745/) - Dance Flamenco DC & it’s children’s program Flamenco 4 Kids!™ are proud to present their annual student showcase! Dancers age 4 to 74 shine their brightest, performing to an array of traditional flamenco music such as Sevillanas, Fandangos, Tientos, Tangos, Bulerías and more. ~Live guitar by “Miguelito” ~ Showtime 3:00pm followed by 4:00pm Reception • - [DMV SEEN feat. KA$HAUN + Peace.Godz + Lyl Aytron + Psychosis + Playsiren](https://www.popville.com/events/dmv-seen-feat-kahaun-peacegodz-lyl-aytron-psychosis-playsiren-25751/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — KA$HAUN For Fans of: Lil Uzi Vert, Future, Playboi Carti KA$HAUN is a rapper and producer from Rockville, MD. His noisy production style mixed with signature flows and reliably humorous and clever lyrical capabilities make him a standout artist in his respective underground scene. Peace.Godz - [CD/Cassette Swap Meet](https://www.popville.com/events/cdcassette-swap-meet-25762/) - Tuesday, June 9 6-8:30pm Swap your old CDs and cassettes and get some freebies. WE WILL BE GIVING AWAY CDS. Plus we have lots of cassettes in the store, along with those you bring. MYSTERY PACKS: We'll be offering mystery bundles and attendees are encouraged to MAKE YOUR OWN MYSTERY BUNDLES! Decorate them if you're - [Sun Within (Debut 7" DC Release Show!) + Druid Stone w/ Drawn Bow](https://www.popville.com/events/sun-within-debut-7-dc-release-show-druid-stone-w-drawn-bow-25758/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Druid Stone Druid Stone was conceived in the autumn of 2011, in the cursed Virginia small-town of Herndon. Bad drugs and worse teenage ambitions fueled the sordid noise & tendency to violence... but have the band reformed? Or have they only grown more degraded and - [Kostume Karaoke at Trusty's](https://www.popville.com/events/kostume-karaoke-at-trustys-25726/) - It's Wednesday which means it's time to meet us at Trusty's for some karaoke at a new, earlier start time! Gives you a chance to enjoy happy hour and get your singing on even earlier. $1 Jell-O shots, excellent food, and all of your favorite karaoke songs. And because it’s a school night, we’ll end - [LIVE at the Lyceum: The Alexandria Baroque Concert](https://www.popville.com/events/live-at-the-lyceum-the-alexandria-baroque-concert-25717/) - Join the Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic Association for our 36th Annual Summer Sundays Chamber Music Series, LIVE at the Lyceum in Old Town Alexandria, every Sunday at 3 pm June through August. No tickets required! ($25 Suggested Donation) Alexandria Baroque features Michael De Sapio on baroque violin and John Armato on baroque lute. Program includes Sonata - [Passport To Play - The Collection at Chevy Chase](https://www.popville.com/events/passport-to-play-the-collection-at-chevy-chase-25722/) - Get ready to travel the world without leaving town at the Passport to Play Summer Adventure! This immersive summer event at The Collection is designed to spark creativity, exploration, and community engagement through exciting experiences for all ages. Guests will “journey” through a variety of themed activity stations and attractions, collecting memories along the way - [Petworth Flea](https://www.popville.com/events/petworth-flea-25724/) - Mark your calendars! Petworth Flea is coming to the 800 Blk of Upshur on Sunday, June 7th from 10AM-4PM. The market will feature cool vintage finds, handmade goods, and unique treasures. Plus, along the 800 Blk of Upshur St NW you'll always find tasty food, vibrant retail, and a mix of locals and visitors soaking - [Salsa Nights (The Collection at Chevy Chase)](https://www.popville.com/events/salsa-nights-the-collection-at-chevy-chase-25708/) - Join us at The Collection Chevy Chase for an evening of dancing, music, and vibrant energy during our FREE Salsa Nights Event Series. Three unforgettable nights of Salsa Dancing at The Collection Chevy Chase! Join us for salsa dancing instruction, live entertainment, and help us make dance floor come alive under the summer sky.💃 📅 - [The Stage at Union Station presents Randolph Strings](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-randolph-strings-25720/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. The Randolph String Quartet is a group of siblings and Howard University alumni who perform around the world, playing both classical and - [Profs & Pints DC: Mermaid Tales](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-mermaid-tales-25699/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Mermaid Tales,” a discussion of the enigmatic water spirits of East Slavic countries, with folklorist Philippa Rappoport of George Washington University. Be careful out there. According to Slavic folklore, in the late spring the rusalki, an East Slavic version of mermaids, emerge from lakes and streams to water crops and - [If Walls Could Joke](https://www.popville.com/events/if-walls-could-joke-25696/) - True stories. Told funny. 6 Comedians delve into hilarious stories in an intimate and fun neighbourhood gem. IF THESE WALLS COULD JOKE is an intimate comedy experience where the rustic brick walls (and you) hear everything—and keep the secrets. Six comedians dig deep to share hilarious, true stories you won’t hear anywhere else — all - [Driving America Forward: A Ford Experience at Union Station | July 1-14](https://www.popville.com/events/driving-america-forward-a-ford-experience-at-union-station-july-1-14-25671/) - From July 1 through July 14, 2026, Ford will host Driving America Forward: A Ford Experience at Union Station — a free public exhibit in the Main Hall of Washington, D.C.’s Union Station that connects 123 years of Ford to 250 years of America. This heritage experience showcases a once-in-a-lifetime collection of historic Ford vehicles - [Out of Many, One: 18th Street Singers Concert](https://www.popville.com/events/out-of-many-one-18th-street-singers-concert-25697/) - 18th Street Singers presents Out of Many, One, a concert exploring the complexity, challenges, and possibilities of the American experience through a rich tapestry of choral music. Centered around Randall Thompson's The Peaceable Kingdom, the program features music that reflects the breadth of the American experience, drawing from spirituals, folk traditions, and choral masterworks alongside - [🌿 Lulu's Landback Gallery (2 weeks only) June 6, 2026 to June 20, 2026 🌿](https://www.popville.com/events/lulus-landback-gallery-2-weeks-only-june-6-2026-to-june-20-2026-25690/) - 🌿 Lulu's Landback Gallery (2 weeks only) June 6, 2026 to June 20, 2026 🌿 🔥Special events: Opening on June 6, 6pm to 10pm & Close, June 20, 4pm to 7pm. In this confusing age of relentless violence and institutional silence, artists remain strong keepers of memory, resistance, and possibility. Through grief, joy, and lived - [Hill Family Biking: Littles Bike Ride](https://www.popville.com/events/hill-family-biking-littles-bike-ride-25675/) - Join Hill Family Biking for a Littles Ride - similar to our standard monthly ride but catered to riders ages 3-6 on trikes, balance bikes, training wheel and first pedal bikes with a shorter route, approximately 0.5 miles for non-pedal bikers and 1.3 miles for pedal bikers starting and ending at Eastern Market Metro Plaza. - [Closer Look: Water’s Edge](https://www.popville.com/events/closer-look-waters-edge-25673/) - Visit the National Museum of the American Indian for an in-gallery conversation between Rebecca Trautmann, curator of Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe, and Dakota Hoska (Oglála Lakȟóta Nation, Pine Ridge, Wounded Knee), curator of Native American and Global Indigenous Art at the National Gallery of Art. Together, they’ll offer visitors a closer look - [Driving America Forward: A Ford Experience at Union Station | July 1-14](https://www.popville.com/events/driving-america-forward-a-ford-experience-at-union-station-july-1-14-25672/) - From July 1 through July 14, 2026, Ford will host Driving America Forward: A Ford Experience at Union Station — a free public exhibit in the Main Hall of Washington, D.C.’s Union Station that connects 123 years of Ford to 250 years of America. This heritage experience showcases a once-in-a-lifetime collection of historic Ford vehicles - [Community Powered Public Health: Film Screening: HOW TO SURVIVE A PLAGUE](https://www.popville.com/events/community-powered-public-health-film-screening-how-to-survive-a-plague-25668/) - Regardless of whether you're straight or gay, anyone around in the 90s and 90s remembers the AIDS Crisi, and what a terrifying time it was for many people. As we get closer to June 5th, we are encouraging everyone to 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍 𝐔𝐒 for Community Powered Public Health: a 𝑺𝒄𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑭𝒊𝒍𝒎, 𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐕𝐄 - ["Seven Days in June" Candlelight Vigil for those who have passed from AIDS / HIV](https://www.popville.com/events/seven-days-in-june-candlelight-vigil-for-those-who-have-passed-from-aids-hiv-25669/) - Immediately following the screening of "How to Survive a Plague" at GWU's Lisner Auditorium, we will gather at the Dupont Circle Fountain at approximately 8pm to participate in a “Seven Days in June” Candlelight Vigil. We will be joining communities all around the nation at sunset, holding candlelight vigils honoring everyone who has died as - [Driving America Forward: A Ford Experience at Union Station | July 1-14](https://www.popville.com/events/driving-america-forward-a-ford-experience-at-union-station-25661/) - From July 1 through July 14, 2026, Ford will host Driving America Forward: A Ford Experience at Union Station — a free public exhibit in the Main Hall of Washington, D.C.'s Union Station that connects 123 years of Ford to 250 years of America. This heritage experience showcases a once-in-a-lifetime collection of historic Ford vehicles - [DC Roller Derby’s Double Decade Double Header!](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-roller-derbys-double-decade-double-header-25663/) - Come celebrate the 20th anniversary of DC Roller Derby with an epic double header hosted by DC Roller Derby and the Virginia Roller Derby Network! Doors open to spectators at 11am! Bring your own chair as seating is limited. - [Profs & Pints DC: Owl Wisdom](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-owl-wisdom-25660/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Owl Wisdom,” an introduction to the biology, habits, and conservation of various owl species in our region and beyond, with Steve Sheffield, professor of biology at Bowie State University, curator of mammals and birds for the Natural History Society of Maryland, and president of the Maryland Ornithological Society. Who wants - [First Friday open studios at DC Arts Studios](https://www.popville.com/events/first-friday-open-studios-at-dc-arts-studios-25659/) - June is almost here and that means First Friday open studios at one of the DMV's favorite hidden art gems! Explore our artists' studios and connect with creative community. Whether you're an art lover, collector, or just need fun Friday plans, we’ll see you Friday, June 5 from 6-8pm. Free and open to the public. - [Solstice Celebration](https://www.popville.com/events/solstice-celebration-25657/) - Celebrate the Summer Solstice at the National Museum of the American Indian with extended evening hours. Enjoy tours of the galleries, hands-on activities, music, and dance. Don’t forget to make time to enjoy lunch or a snack at Mitsitam Native Foods Cafe before you conclude your visit (Open daily 11 AM–4 PM). The interactive imagiNATIONS - [Capital J Mainstage: Bess Kalb in conversation with Lauren Eskovitz](https://www.popville.com/events/capital-j-mainstage-bess-kalb-in-conversation-with-lauren-eskovitz-25656/) - Emmy-nominated comedy writer and bestselling author Bess Kalb discusses what it means to be a Jewish parent in America today. Bess will be in conversation with Lauren Eskovitz, Senior Director of Early Childhood, Youth, and Family Programs at the EDCJCC. - [2026 Free Expression Awards](https://www.popville.com/events/2026-free-expression-awards-25652/) - 10 Years of Celebrating First Amendment Champions The Free Expression Awards is an annual event that honors the achievements of those who have championed or celebrated free expression and the First Amendment in ways that have inspired others. Join us on June 25 at The Anthem to salute this year’s honorees, their commitment to free - [Lesson Zero plays Afterlife 360](https://www.popville.com/events/lesson-zero-plays-afterlife-360-25643/) - Oasis recording artist LESSON ZERO plays Afterlife 360, 8090 Sudley Rd., Manassas, Va. June 27 from 8 to 12:00. Admission is free and parking is available. For more information, see www.youtuybe.com/lessonzero. - [Julian Harper w/ Shelby Morgan + MADDIE](https://www.popville.com/events/julian-harper-w-shelby-morgan-maddie-asell-25525/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Julian Harper For Fans of: Lorde, Chappell Roan, Troye Sivan, MUNA Julian Harper is pop’s truest fairy. He is known for his starry aesthetic and meticulous sonic craftsmanship. By straddling the line between theatricality and intimacy, Harper pushes the boundaries of contemporary pop music. Shelby - [In-Person Tour of Takoma Village Cohousing in DC](https://www.popville.com/events/in-person-tour-of-takoma-village-cohousing-in-dc-25641/) - Come learn about life at Takoma Village Cohousing in Washington, DC, a thriving multigenerational community where residents know and support each other. Join our in-person tour on Saturday, June 13, from 1:00–3:00 pm. Registration is required. Find links to sign up on our website: wwwTakomaVillage.org During the tour we’ll provide a comprehensive introduction to Takoma - [Reflections In Time](https://www.popville.com/events/reflections-in-time-25635/) - The world has taken off, and artists have become actors in their 90-second world of digital reality. In my case, I still have slides of my early work from the old days. Since then, I have always embraced DIY aesthetic. Every time I have shown my work, I've paid for that privilege. It is in - [Reflections In Time at Homme DC Gallery](https://www.popville.com/events/reflections-in-time-at-homme-dc-gallery-25634/) - "Reflections In Time" is a pop-up art show of recent abstract art paintings by Gary Honig Discover his work in this local Gallery setting, where the artist will be in attendance each day of the exhibition. Mr. Honig is a D.C. native who has been painting for 36 years. His tight abstract paintings incorporate expressive - [The Great Brookland Yard Sale - 150+ Sellers](https://www.popville.com/events/the-great-brookland-yard-sale-150-sellers-25632/) - More than 150+ sellers at neighborhood yard sales across in Brookland, located in Northeast Washington, DC. Featuring vintage items, furniture, records, toys, clothing, collectibles, and more. Door prize for the first 50 people visiting Yard Sale Central at 12th and Newton NE. We are offering prizes for completing our Passport Challenge! Details and n interactive - [The Boro Biergarten Grand Opening - The Boro Park](https://www.popville.com/events/the-boro-biergarten-grand-opening-the-boro-park-25619/) - The Boro will wrap up its three-day Biergarten grand opening celebration with a family-friendly outdoor festival on Saturday, June 6 from 12–4 PM. The afternoon will include live music, glitter tattoos, bubbles, chalk stations, a roaming magician, retail and restaurant pop-ups, giveaways and raffles in Boro Park outside Él Bebe. - [The Boro Biergarten Grand Opening (The Boro Park)](https://www.popville.com/events/the-boro-biergarten-grand-opening-the-boro-park-25618/) - Celebrate the second day of The Boro Biergarten grand opening festivities at The Boro on Friday, June 5 from 4–8 PM. The evening will feature live music, happy hour food and beverage specials, raffles and complimentary branded pint glasses for the first 100 guests. - [The Boro Biergarten Grand Opening](https://www.popville.com/events/the-boro-biergarten-grand-opening-25617/) - The Boro is kicking off the grand opening of The Boro Biergarten with an evening of live music, happy hour specials and giveaways on Thursday, June 4 from 4–8 PM in Boro Park. Guests can enjoy drinks and bites from the new outdoor biergarten, enter raffles for a chance to win a $50 gift card - [Speak Out for Headache Health Press Briefing](https://www.popville.com/events/speak-out-for-headache-health-press-briefing-25627/) - From June 13 to June 28, 2026, thousands of purple flags will stand in Washington, D.C. as a public demand for a national response to migraine and headache disorders. Each flag represents approximately 1,500 people living with these conditions in the United States. Speak Out for Headache Health is a public awareness and advocacy event, - [Walk for Headache Health](https://www.popville.com/events/walk-for-headache-health-25626/) - Join us on June 23 in Washington, DC for the inaugural Walk for Headache Health! Together, we will gather at the Flags for Headache installation in Raoul Wallenberg Park for an evening of community, remembrance, advocacy, and visibility for everyone impacted by migraine and headache disorders. The evening will include opening remarks, a moment of - [Speaking Of Fathers: A Special Open Mic Event](https://www.popville.com/events/speaking-of-fathers-a-special-open-mic-event-25625/) - Acclaimed poet and literary activist E. Ethelbert Miller, celebrated author and storyteller Kenny Carroll, and fatherhood expert David Miller, PhD, will headline “Speaking About Fathers,” a special tribute presented by Esther Productions Inc. in partnership with the Tenley-Friendship Library and The Black Student Fund. The event will take place on June 6 from 2:00–3:30 p.m. - [Author Talk:Gautham Rao — White Power](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talkgautham-rao-white-power-25623/) - Beginning in the colonial era and growing through the American Revolution and the Southern plantation system, slaveholders' violent police regime continued after Emancipation, through Reconstruction, to today. Moving across time, space, and place, White Power uncovers how slaveholders created their own white supremacist police and government to deny Black people rights, power, and humanity. Legal - [Author Talk: Bobuq Sayed — No God but Us](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-bobuq-sayed-no-god-but-us-25620/) - In this wry, provocative debut, two gay Afghan men—cast out of their respective countries of birth by circumstances beyond their control—collide in Istanbul, a city that will test their willingness to sacrifice everything for the ones they love. When Delbar—a hapless twenty-something with dreams of becoming a drag queen—is spectacularly outed, he flees the insular - [Author Talk: Deb Haaland — A VOICE LIKE MINE](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-deb-haaland-a-voice-like-mine-25616/) - New Mexico 2026 gubernatorial frontrunner, organizer, congresswoman, and former cabinet secretary Deb Haaland shares her story, offering a powerful and personal look at what it means to be “the first.” Nothing about Deb Haaland’s upbringing or family history set her up for a life of firsts: the first Native American woman elected to chair a - [Run Better, Run Smarter Workshop](https://www.popville.com/events/run-better-run-smarter-workshop-25615/) - Join DC Road Runners for the Run Better, Run Smarter Workshop at Balance Gym in Buzzard's Point. The workshop is a comprehensive hands‑on (feet-on?) training experience designed for runners of all levels—from first‑timers to seasoned athletes preparing for fall races like the Army Ten-Miler, Marine Corps Marathon, and National Capital 20 Miler. This workshop brings - [Author Talk: Daniel Squadron — The Fourth Branch](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-daniel-squadron-the-fourth-branch-25614/) - This part handbook, part history, and part personal narrative will open readers’ eyes to the oft-overlooked arm of government that has done more harm and more good than any other in recent years: state legislatures. After the 2024 election, many voters were left feeling disillusioned with America’s highest governing body. Anxious citizens point to the - [Author Talk: Jim Rasenberger — A Perfect Coincidence](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-jim-rasenberger-a-perfect-coincidence-25613/) - An extraordinary look at the long and complex relationship between Founding Fathers Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, who died on the same historic day—July 4, 1826, exactly fifty years after the adoption of the Declaration of Independence—and timed to the 250th anniversary of America’s founding. In creating the Declaration of Independence, approved by the Second - [Author Talk: Julie Schumacher — Patient, Female: Stories](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-julie-schumacher-patient-female-stories-25611/) - An unsuspecting couple is treated to a luxury vacation by their deceased neighbor. After begrudgingly agreeing to volunteer at a nursing home, a middle school girl gambles over games of bridge with elderly residents. A single mother struggles to understand the unique bond between her autistic son and his dying grandmother. Four friends experience decades - [Author Talk: David Baerwald — The Fire Agent](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-david-baerwald-the-fire-agent-25610/) - An unforgettable, sweeping novel of espionage, love, and war that reframes our understanding of the first half of the twentieth century. Born into an aristocratic German Jewish family, Ernst Baerwald is a gifted linguist, talented musician, and fearless idealist. When he's recruited in 1900 to become a spy--his cover working for a company that would - [Sail into Summer Yacht Rock Concert](https://www.popville.com/events/sail-into-summer-yacht-rock-concert-25609/) - The Yards is kicking off summer with a free waterfront celebration on Friday, June 5 from 6–8 PM. Guests can enjoy live yacht rock from Got Yacht, pop-ups from Yards retailers including Pacers and VIDA, beverages for purchase from District Winery and plenty of breezy throwback energy. Attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic blanket, - [ArtFields Program Host National Scrollathon](https://www.popville.com/events/artfields-program-host-national-scrollathon-25608/) - The National Scrollathon is a nationwide community artmaking project that brought together participants in each state to create personal fabric scrolls representing their stories, hopes, and dreams. These were then woven together into a single collaborative masterwork. ArtFields, the Lake City, South Carolina-based arts organization behind the region’s largest art festival, served as the state’s - [Author Talk: James Grady — Shadows on Sidewalks](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-james-grady-shadows-on-sidewalks-25607/) - A cinematic and propulsive thriller from the author of Six Days Of The Condor and American Sky. Bob Dylan once declared that "Sex and politics and murder is the way to go if you want to get people's attention," and readers won't be able to look away from Shadows on Sidewalks, the new erotic thriller - [Author Talk: Rick Atkinson — The British Are Coming: The Graphic Edition](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-rick-atkinson-the-british-are-coming-the-graphic-edition-25606/) - This striking graphic edition adapts the first half of the New York Times bestselling The British Are Coming, the opening volume in Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Rick Atkinson’s extraordinary trilogy about the American Revolution From the battles at Lexington and Concord in the spring of 1775 through the Siege of Boston in 1776, American militiamen and - [Children's Author Talk: Celeste Dador - Stars, Stripes & Summer Nights](https://www.popville.com/events/childrens-author-talk-celeste-dador-stars-stripes-summer-nights-25605/) - About the Book: After landing on the front page of very newspaper, First Daughter Abby Alzona is exiled to a small-town country inn with her little sister Elle for the summer. Abby happily dives into all things regular teens get to do, like pool parties and picnics. But the cute son of the inn keepers - [Author Talk: Senator Lamar Alexander — The Education of a Senator](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-senator-lamar-alexander-the-education-of-a-senator-25603/) - A behind-the-scenes story of the last sixty years of American politics, told with purpose and humor by a political legend who worked with ten presidents, made deals with both Obama and Trump, and believes that serving in public office is the best way to help the largest number of people and to keep our Republic - [Logan Market](https://www.popville.com/events/logan-market-25602/) - Every first Sunday of the month shoppers will be able to browse Logan Circle’s newest monthly creative and vintage market. Logan Circle Main Street, in partnership with K-Bird, Barrel House Cafe & Bar, and Emily of LOVERS Plant Studio & Wares, host a monthly outdoor market designed to bring together local artists, makers, small businesses, - [Opening Reception - Ghost in the Machine Exhibit at AU Museum at the Katzen](https://www.popville.com/events/opening-reception-ghost-in-the-machine-exhibit-at-au-museum-at-the-katzen-25600/) - OPENING RECEPTION Exhibition Opening Reception is Saturday, June 13th, 6pm to 9pm at the AU Museum at the Katzen — 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016. Free admission. Ghost in the Machine Exhibit at American University Museum at the Katzen An Artist’s Exploration of Science, Space, and the Ephemeral The American University Museum at - [New Balance Appreciation Day 2026](https://www.popville.com/events/new-balance-appreciation-day-2026-25599/) - Join metrobar and Beats, Bars & Bourbon for our 3rd annual New Balance Appreciation Day, as DMV culture, sneakers, music, whiskey, and community collide at metrobar! DMV, it’s time to lace up your classics and pull into the platform! Beats, Bars & Bourbon and metrobar are bringing back New Balance Appreciation Day, a celebration of - [West Falls Summer Bash](https://www.popville.com/events/west-falls-summer-bash-25598/) - Kick off summer at West Falls with an afternoon of fun for the whole family at our Summer Bash in Commons Park! Enjoy live music by Half Pint Harry, fun activities, face painting, and balloon art for all ages. Cool off with sweet treats from Ice Cream Jubilee, grab bites from nearby restaurants, and enjoy - [Author Talk: Barbara McQuade — The Fix](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-barbara-mcquade-the-fix-25595/) - The New York Times bestselling author and former U.S. Attorney offers a piercing exposé on the escalating threat of far-right politics—and a clear roadmap for saving our democracy. In The Fix, McQuade draws on her decades of experience as a federal prosecutor to reveal how systems of organized crime and political opportunism exploit the levers - [Author Talk: Chris Smalls — When the Revolution Comes](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-chris-smalls-when-the-revolution-comes-25597/) - From one of the most electric and consequential figures to emerge from the contemporary American labor movement, the remarkable story of his battle to create the first Amazon union in the U.S. and a powerful call to arms on behalf of the working class In the early days of the Covid pandemic, warehouse worker Chris - [The Hour: Poetry Open Mic](https://www.popville.com/events/the-hour-poetry-open-mic-25596/) - Sign up on-site to share your work aloud at our newest open mic series curated by award-winning poet María Fernanda (she/hers). She believes that Poetry, like us, exists in many forms—spoken word, blues, performance/theatre, hip-hop, and more. Bring poems, songs, raps, monologues, positive affirmations and more! Literary work at any creative stage is welcomed: new - [Author Talk: Melissa Murray — The U.S. Constitution](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-melissa-murray-the-us-constitution-25594/) - From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Trump Indictments comes a beautiful, accessible guide on how to read the US Constitution. Think of this as the US Constitution explained by America’s favorite law professor, Melissa Murray. On her podcast, Strict Scrutiny, Murray and her cohosts, Kate Shaw and Leah Litman, provide in-depth, - [Author Talk: Liaquat Ahamed — 1873](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-liaquat-ahamed-1873-25593/) - Named a Most Anticipated Book of 2026 by Literary Hub From the author of the Pulitzer Prize–winning Lords of Finance, a magnificent and timely reckoning with the first truly global financial calamity and the famous banking family at the center of the whirlwind Over the course of the 1850s and 1860s, during the first era - [Author Talk: Caroline Bock — The Other Beautiful People](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-caroline-bock-the-other-beautiful-people-25592/) - In the entertainment world, the spotlight shines on the beautiful— but behind the scenes are those who make the magic happen. Amy Greene is one of them. As head of marketing and public relations at the Cinema Channel, a beloved yet struggling cable network devoted to classic and independent films based in midtown Manhattan, Amy - [Author TLK: Yeganeh Torbati & Bozorgmehr Sharafedin](https://www.popville.com/events/author-tlk-yeganeh-torbati-bozorgmehr-sharafedin-25591/) - A moving, harrowing, and compulsively readable portrait of the lives of Iranians across five decades, tracing the promise of the 1979 revolution, its betrayal by forces of autocracy, and a people’s undying spirit of resistance In 1979, a revolution in Iran swept aside a monarchy, fueled by the Iranian people’s dreams of social justice and - [Pay What You Will Performance: How Shakespeare Saved My Life](https://www.popville.com/events/pay-what-you-will-performance-how-shakespeare-saved-my-life-25582/) - The concept is simple: you tell us what you will pay for your ticket! Sales begin two (2) hours before curtain at the door and are available on a first come, first served basis — limit one (1) ticket per person. In How Shakespeare Saved My Life, Jacob Ming-Trent dares to rescue himself from the - [Tiki Vinyl Night](https://www.popville.com/events/tiki-vinyl-night-25581/) - Wear your Hawaiian shirt, sip on a Mai Tai, and kick back at this retro 1960s tiki bar experience It's a 1960s tropical beach party at Tiki on 18th in Adams Morgan! Enjoy a Mai Tai or Zombie while listening to classic tiki, surf, exotica, world, and rock music. DJ Cinema Hearts spins records by - [All American Rooftop Fest](https://www.popville.com/events/all-american-rooftop-fest-25577-2/) - Get ready to celebrate the good ol' USA with some great vibes at the ALL-AMERICAN ROOFTOP FEST! More info : https://www.clarendonballroomva.com/events/ FREE RSVP : https://posh.vip/e/preindependence-day-rooftop-bash About this event Welcome to the All American Rooftop Fest! Come celebrate America in your most patriotic red, white and blue outfits on Saturday, July 4th. The party starts in - [Pre-Independence Day Rooftop Bash](https://www.popville.com/events/pre-independence-day-rooftop-bash-25575/) - The best way to celebrate a Pre-Independence bash is partying on Clarendon's largest rooftop! More info : https://www.clarendonballroomva.com/events/ FREE RSVP : https://posh.vip/e/preindependence-day-rooftop-bash About this event The Largest Pre-Independence Day Rooftop Bash Join us in celebrating America with rooftop party vibes and drink specials on Clarendon Ballroom’s rooftop on Friday, July 3rd. Sport your American pride - [ALL AMERICAN ROOFTOP FEST](https://www.popville.com/events/all-american-rooftop-fest-25577/) - Get ready to celebrate the good ol' USA with some great vibes at the ALL-AMERICAN ROOFTOP FEST! More info : https://www.clarendonballroomva.com/events/ FREE RSVP : https://posh.vip/e/preindependence-day-rooftop-bash About this event Welcome to the All American Rooftop Fest! Come celebrate America in your most patriotic red, white and blue outfits on Saturday, July 4th. The party starts in - [Profs & Pints DC: Is ICE above the Law?](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-is-ice-above-the-law-25566/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Is ICE Above the Law?” An examination of the federal officer accountability crisis and of unconstitutional and unchecked assertions of power, with Scott Michelman, legal director of ACLU-D.C. and lecturer on law and Shikes Fellow in Civil Liberties and Civil Rights at Harvard Law School. The Trump administration has encouraged - [Art Party!](https://www.popville.com/events/art-party-25552/) - Come help us celebrate the closing of Maryanne Pollock's show of abstract works on paper, inspired by and made to jazz: "Improvisations." There will be live jazz and refreshments and it's FREE to the public! Pollock is one of DC's top artists. She received her BFA from Tyler School of Art in Philadelphia. She continued - [Just Yolks Pride Showcase](https://www.popville.com/events/just-yolks-pride-showcase-25563/) - Come laugh with some of DC's funniest queer comics at Her Diner! - [Just Yolks Pride Showcase](https://www.popville.com/events/just-yolks-pride-showcase-25564/) - Come laugh with some of DC's funniest queer comics at Her Diner! - [Ice Cream Social: Teaism 30th Anniversary](https://www.popville.com/events/ice-cream-social-teaism-30th-anniversary-25553/) - Celebrate 30 years of Teaism with us at a sweet ice cream social, in partnership with Snow Crane Reserve your spot and treat yourself to Snow Crane's decadent ice cream and oban-yaki sundaes, available for our early afternoon session (12–1:30 pm) or late afternoon session (1:30–3 pm). And to top off your sundae ... live - [TenleyFest 2026: A Celebration of Music, Art & Community](https://www.popville.com/events/tenleyfest-2026-a-celebration-of-music-art-community-25538/) - Join Tenleytown Main Street for a vibrant afternoon celebration featuring live music, local dance performances, family activities, and neighborhood stops! Explore the community and enjoy a free music crawl stretching down Wisconsin Avenue between Fessenden Street and River Road. - [Ward 5 Family Bike Ride to Rhode Island Ave PORCHFEST](https://www.popville.com/events/ward-5-family-bike-ride-to-rhode-island-ave-porchfest-25537/) - Join us for a fully-marshaled, police-escorted, family-friendly bike ride to the Rhode Island Avenue PORCHFEST. We'll gather at 11:30am at Turkey Thicket, on the 10th St NE side. After a short ride we'll arrive at the RIA Porchfest to listen to some great music! - [Guitar Zero w/ Kick Rocks + Doll Apartments + Glass Island](https://www.popville.com/events/guitar-zero-w-kick-rocks-doll-apartments-glass-island-25526/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Guitar Zero For Fans Of: Paramore, Avril Lavigne, Evanescence, Alainis Morissette, The Cranberries, Charlotte Sands Guitar Zero is an Alt Rock/nu grunge band based in New Brunswick, New Jersey, established in late 2024. Guitar Zero features five young artists who share a love for music - [Profs & Pints DC: A Deep Dive into the Declaration of Independence](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-a-deep-dive-into-the-declaration-of-independence-25520/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “A Deep Dive into the Declaration of Independence,” on the origins and impact of America’s founding document, with Denver Brunsman, chairman of George Washington University’s history department, lecturer at Mount Vernon, and noted scholar of early American history and the American Revolution. The celebration of our nation’s 250th anniversary will - [DC Legendary Musicians, Inc. 20th Anniversary Celebration](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-legendary-musicians-inc-20th-anniversary-celebration-25517/) - DC Legendary Musicians, Inc. celebrates its 20th Anniversary with Spirit, Sanctuary, Silence & Sound, an evening honoring Washington, DC’s musical legacy, cultural memory, and community service. Founded in 2006 by Rev. Dr. Sandra Butler-Truesdale, DCLM has spent two decades recognizing the musicians, elders, artists, and cultural workers who helped shape DC’s sound. The celebration will - [No Respect, No Respect: A Rodney Dangerfield Pageant](https://www.popville.com/events/no-respect-no-respect-a-rodney-dangerfield-pageant-25485/) - A night of 1,000 Rodneys! Ok, more like 10 Rodneys. Some of the funniest comedians in DC will be serving their best Rodney Dangerfield. Like a beauty pageant if all the contestants were born so ugly the doctor slapped their mothers. Comedians will compete to see who can serve the best Rodney Dangerfield looks and - [Stephen Sol & the 7: Live at Black Cat](https://www.popville.com/events/stephen-sol-the-7-live-at-black-cat-25470/) - Stephen Sol & the 7 deliver a blended comedy / indie rock experience marked by ridiculous characters, heavenly guitars, horns, and a strangely sincere devotion to spiritual healing. Based in Washington, DC, the group delivers a playful, psychedelic sound—think Bob Dylan backed by Pink Floyd and a gospel choir. Riding momentum from their Sacred Energy - [Summer Harvest Dinner](https://www.popville.com/events/summer-harvest-dinner-25478/) - A Night on the Farm is our community centric fundraiser event of the year to support our educational programming for youth and adults as well as our pay-what-you-can Farm Market. On Thursday, June 25th we're welcoming back a very special chef friend of the farm - Chef Mar who will be crafting a stunning menu - [Profs & Pints DC: Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-psychedelic-assisted-therapy-25481/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy,” on findings, debates and trends in the use of psychedelic substances to treat trauma and other conditions, with Whitney Marris, instructor at the University of Buffalo’s School of Social Work, certified psychedelic-assisted therapy facilitator, and consultant to clinical trials. Psychedelics are rapidly moving from the margins into the - [Artful Afternoon: Mommy’s and Minis](https://www.popville.com/events/artful-afternoon-mommys-and-minis-25132/) - Get ready for a fun, creative afternoon where moms and little ones can make memories and masterpieces together. This event gives moms a calm, restorative space to relax while their children enjoy guided art activities with our volunteers. Everyone is in the same building, just in their own zones — moms get a real break, - [Comedy Show for LGBTQ+ Prosperity](https://www.popville.com/events/comedy-show-for-lgbtq-prosperity-25454/) - A very funny, very queer show produced by Grassroots Comedy to celebrate the DC LGBTQ+ Center and the beginning of Pride Month! Happy Hour: 7:00 - 7:45 pm Show: 8pm Across the country, LGBTQ+ people are losing access to care, protection, and support. These aren’t abstract policy changes - they are real people losing the - [The Stage at Union Station presents Hot Mess Trio](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-hot-mess-trio-25447/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Hot Mess Trio, featuring guitarist Connor Holdridge, woodwind player Gabriel Wallace on clarinet, and Will Ledbetter on upright bass. The performance brings - [The Stage at Union Station presents Parker Speirs Trio](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-parker-speirs-trio-25446/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. The Miles Sam Trio is a rising Washington, D.C.–based jazz group led by student musician Miles Sam. Known for their fresh, contemporary - [The Stage at Union Station presents District Strings](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-district-strings-25445/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. District Strings is a group of string musicians who play a mix of classical pieces and modern songs. They perform at concerts, - [The Stage at Union Station presents Pique Collective](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-pique-collective-25444/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Pique Collective specializes in contemporary classical, ambient, and meditative soundscapes. For this performance, a trio of flute (Stephanie Ray), guitar (Jeremy Lyons), - [Creative Conversations: How Shakespeare Saved My Life](https://www.popville.com/events/creative-conversations-how-shakespeare-saved-my-life-25443/) - How Shakespeare Saved My Life director Tony Taccone and choreographer Tiffany Rachelle Stewart share their creative perspectives on the production and its journey to the Folger stage in an insightful pre-performance discussion moderated by Folger Theatre General Manager Jeff Kirkman III. - [The Stage at Union Station presents District Strings](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-district-strings-25442/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. District Strings is a group of string musicians who play a mix of classical pieces and modern songs. They perform at concerts, - [In Plain Sight Art Exhibition Opening](https://www.popville.com/events/in-plain-sight-art-exhibition-opening-25436/) - In Plain Sight invites viewers to explore a striking collection of surreal, analog collages that seamlessly layer unexpected elements into vibrant new worlds. This culminating exhibition showcases innovative compositions on wood panels and metal street signs, weaving together rich cultural iconography, vibrant textures, and distinct imagery. Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, May - [Scoop School: Crafting Ice Cream & Sorbet Like a Pro](https://www.popville.com/events/scoop-school-crafting-ice-cream-sorbet-like-a-pro-25435/) - Join KAMA DC for a delicious workshop where food science, bold flavors, and frozen creativity collide. Step into the delicious world of frozen desserts, a demonstration workshop where food science, creativity, and pure joy come together in every scoop. This session is split into two flavorful parts: Ice Cream and Sorbet taking you on a - [Foggy Bottom Book Crawl](https://www.popville.com/events/foggy-bottom-book-crawl-25426/) - Spend a summer afternoon connecting with acclaimed authors across a variety of genres in vibrant spaces with the Foggy Bottom West End Main Street, a nonprofit dedicated to helping the neighborhood thrive. Stroll from venue to venue, discovering unique voices and engaging stories at every stop. This free event ($10 donation suggested) includes access to - [DC/DOX Film Festival](https://www.popville.com/events/dcdox-film-festival-25416/) - The fourth edition of DC/DOX 2026, taking place June 11–14, 2026, features 64 features and 49 shorts from 32 countries, including nine World Premieres. Spanning from intimate personal stories to artistic visions, the festival highlights the breadth of documentary storytelling today. Every screening is followed by filmmaker Q&As and thought-provoking post-screening discussions. The festival will - [Theatre Prometheus Presents The Roaring Girl](https://www.popville.com/events/theatre-prometheus-presents-the-roaring-girl-25415/) - Theatre Prometheus's summer production of the 1611 play The Roaring Girl is a raucous exploration of counterculture across eras, gender and class rebellion, and how far we’ll go to be with the ones we love. Performances will take place June 5-27, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights at 8pm, and Sundays at 2pm. - [Theatre Prometheus Presents The Roaring Girl](https://www.popville.com/events/theatre-prometheus-presents-the-roaring-girl-25414/) - Theatre Prometheus's summer production of the 1611 play The Roaring Girl is a raucous exploration of counterculture across eras, gender and class rebellion, and how far we’ll go to be with the ones we love. Performances will take place June 5-27, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights at 8pm, and Sundays at 2pm. - [Theatre Prometheus Presents The Roaring Girl](https://www.popville.com/events/theatre-prometheus-presents-the-roaring-girl-25413/) - Theatre Prometheus's summer production of the 1611 play The Roaring Girl is a raucous exploration of counterculture across eras, gender and class rebellion, and how far we’ll go to be with the ones we love. - [Mariposa Garden Concert Fundraiser](https://www.popville.com/events/mariposa-garden-concert-fundraiser-25410/) - Join us at Mariposa Garden for a fundraiser concert with Trio Chimera to celebrate the joy of community, music and the beauty of the garden. The band's repertoire consists of baroque, classical, romantic and 20th century pieces with an occasional pop cover. Bring your own blanket, all are welcomed. This is a free event. We - [Full Send Fridays](https://www.popville.com/events/full-send-fridays-25409/) - FULL SEND FRIDAYS Clarendon Ballroom Fri, May 22 at 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM (EDT) RSVP : https://posh.vip/e/full-send-fridays-18 Friday nights were made for going all in, and Full Send Fridays deliver every time. Multiple rooms. High-energy DJs. Packed Dancefloor. About this event Friday nights were made for going all in, and Full Send Fridays deliver - [Memorial Day Rooftop Beach Bash](https://www.popville.com/events/memorial-day-rooftop-beach-bash-25407/) - MEMORIAL DAY ROOFTOP BEACH BASH Clarendon Ballroom Sat, May 23 at 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM (EDT) Kick off Memorial Day Weekend with rooftop beach vibes, music, and drink specials on Clarendon Ballroom’s Rooftop. About this event Memorial Day Weekend - Rooftop Beach Bash Kick off Memorial Day Weekend with rooftop beach vibes, music, and - [Capital Pride Beer Release Party!](https://www.popville.com/events/capital-pride-beer-release-party-25377/) - 🌈🌈🌈 CAPITAL PRIDE BEER RELEASE PARTY!!!🌈🌈🌈 SATURDAY JUNE 6 | 12-3pm We’re so excited to collab with Capital Pride again this year to offer you TWO RELEASES! AUDACITY TO EXIST - 4.5% Blonde Ale with strawberries. PASSIONFRUIT MOJITO SELTZER - 5.0% Hard seltzer with passionfruit and mint. 100% of proceeds from these beverages this day - [Tailgate with VOLO at The Stacks](https://www.popville.com/events/tailgate-with-volo-at-the-stacks-25372/) - Volo has deep ties to Buzzard Point. And we're stepping up our presence by launching a partnership with The Stacks, a unique neighborhood in Buzzard Point, set along the confluence of the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers. The Stacks has local cafés and shops, parks, and riverside trails surrounding three residential buildings. And now, The Stacks - [Hot Mess](https://www.popville.com/events/hot-mess-25405/) - Some nights go as planned. This show is about the ones that don’t. Hot Mess is a night of live, true stories about chaos, confusion, and the moments when everything goes off the rails, in public, in private, or right when it mattered most. These are the stories that make you cringe, laugh, and say - [Free DC Ward 6 Trivia Night](https://www.popville.com/events/free-dc-ward-6-trivia-night-25382/) - Come test your knowledge of DC, Ward 6 and more in our first Ward 6 Free DC trivia night! Neither Free DC experience nor trivia expertise required. Bring yourself — or yourself and some friends! - [Yappy Hour at The Stacks](https://www.popville.com/events/yappy-hour-at-the-stacks-25373/) - Join us for Yappy Hour at The Stacks! It's going down June 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Bring your furry friends and fur free friends for a paw-some evening. This event is the perfect opportunity for your pups to socialize and for you to meet other pet parents and friends in the Buzzard Point Neighborhood. - [Trivia Night at The Stacks](https://www.popville.com/events/trivia-night-at-the-stacks-25367/) - Join us for Trivia Night at The Stacks with J Steet Trivia on May 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM for a fun-filled evening of brain teasing knowledge. Come by yourself and join a team or bring a team of friends with you! It's a perfect opportunity to unwind, socialize, and enjoy some friendly competition. Don't - [Yacht Rock Flashband Showcase](https://www.popville.com/events/yacht-rock-flashband-showcase-25330/) - On July 11th, Flashband is setting sail with an easy breezy Yacht Rock showcase! Get ready to soft-rock the night away with your new-old favorite summertime sub-genre of the 70s and 80s. Catch covers of all the classics, including The Doobie Brothers, Toto, Hall & Oates, REO Speedwagon, Linda Ronstadt, Sade, Michael McDonald, and more. - [Banshee Press: Irish Literary Talent & Support for the Arts](https://www.popville.com/events/banshee-press-irish-literary-talent-support-for-the-arts-25366/) - Join writers from Banshee Press, Ireland's award-winning independent publisher, to learn about Irish literary talent & support for the arts. Join Irish writers Bebe Ashley, Eimear Ryan, and Jessica Traynor, in conversation with Zach Powers, Executive & Artistic Director of The Writer's Center, for a conversation about the work of Banshee Press in the context - [Generative Writing Workshop with Ireland's Banshee Press](https://www.popville.com/events/generative-writing-workshop-with-irelands-banshee-press-25365/) - Join three acclaimed Irish writers connected to the award-winning Banshee Press for a writing workshop at the DC Writers' Salon. Join us at the DC Writers' Salon for a generative writing workshop with three acclaimed Irish writers connected to award-winning Banshee Press, one of Ireland's most innovative and exciting small presses. This workshop will be - [Banshee Press: Independent, Innovative, and Irish](https://www.popville.com/events/banshee-press-independent-innovative-and-irish-25364/) - Enjoy readings and a panel conversation with three writers from Banshee Press, Ireland's award-winning independent publisher. Join Solas Nua and Georgetown University's Global Irish Studies for a series of eclectic readings by three acclaimed Irish writers, followed by a panel discussion. Bebe Ashley's "Harbour Doubts" was featured as part of Solas Nua's Irish Book Day, - [Funny Farm: Pop-Up Comedy](https://www.popville.com/events/funny-farm-pop-up-comedy-25343/) - Come laugh with us at comedy night at the farm! Bring a picnic, grab some friends, and enjoy stand-up from some of the funniest comics in the DMV — all in a community greenspace right in the middle of the city. It’s low-key, outdoors, and a really fun way to spend an evening. The show - [Bee the Change: Start a Pollinator Garden](https://www.popville.com/events/bee-the-change-start-a-pollinator-garden-25344/) - "Pollinators like native bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds are essential to healthy ecosystems — and to our food supply — but habitat loss and the spread of non-native plants have made it harder for them to find the food and shelter they need. The good news is that even a small patch of native plantings can - [Bouquet Crafting & Flower Design](https://www.popville.com/events/bouquet-crafting-flower-design-25342/) - Join us for a relaxed workshop where you’ll harvest your own flowers and foliage from the farm and turn them into two beautiful bouquets to take home. We’ll go over simple, practical tips on pairing blooms, balancing colors, and creating arrangements that feel natural and eye-catching without being fussy. All materials are provided — vases - [Pop-Up Trivia on the Farm](https://www.popville.com/events/pop-up-trivia-on-the-farm-25341/) - Come hang out with us for a night of pop-up trivia co-hosted by 51st Wick. We write all the questions ourselves in small batches — no AI, no canned trivia — just fun, bespoke rounds each week, including general trivia, music, mash-ups, and whatever else we’re in the mood for. Bring a team or show - [Root to Rise Yoga](https://www.popville.com/events/root-to-rise-yoga-25340/) - Join us for a relaxed weeknight pop-up yoga session at the farm, where our instructor, Isabel, will guide us through an easy, beginner-friendly flow out on the lawn, surrounded by flowers and whatever the evening brings. It’s a calm outdoor practice focused on alignment, breath, and settling into the natural rhythm of the space. - [Smut Slam DC: Sweetest Taboo](https://www.popville.com/events/smut-slam-dc-sweetest-taboo-25335/) - Play sexy games, win sexy prizes at this inclusive real-life storytelling open mic-- a rowdy, warm, welcoming pub night out! How it works: This is a storytelling OPEN MIC– that means you’re the show! Audience members can sign up to tell a 5 minute story about something real AND CONSENSUAL that happened to them in - [Comedy Catalyst Course Applications Open! APPLY NOW!](https://www.popville.com/events/comedy-catalyst-course-applications-open-apply-now-25332/) - The Comedy Catalyst Course is a hands-on 5-week training program that teaches comedians, advocates, and anyone in between how to use humor as a tool for advocacy and social change. The course is a partnership between Grassroots Comedy, a group that harnesses laughter to spur collective action, and Rising Organizers, a group that trains new - [MELT. Art Against Ice.](https://www.popville.com/events/melt-art-against-ice-25338/) - Join us for a one-night-only protest cabaret show featuring drag, comedy, music, burlesque, and puppetry, to catch stories about immigration, climate, and more. Featuring diverse and alternative talent from across the DMV. 5/23 at 7:30 pm @ City State DC. - [Murph Challenge](https://www.popville.com/events/murph-challenge-25337/) - Memorial Day “Murph” at Urban Athletic Club This Memorial Day Weekend, Urban Athletic Club will host "Murph"—a time-honored Hero workout performed around the country to remember and reflect. “Murph” is named for Lt. Michael P. Murphy, U.S. Navy SEAL, who was killed in Afghanistan in 2005 during Operation Red Wings and was posthumously awarded the - [Nerd Nite DC: Math Trivia, Cheddar, & DC's Redlight History](https://www.popville.com/events/nerd-nite-dc-math-trivia-cheddar-dcs-redlight-history-25334/) - Throw horns for history and rush the stage* for statistics riffs at the bar show where the nerds are the rock stars and smart is punk af. Cue it up: Three experts. Dozens of cheeky slides. A bar full of former gifted kids gone feral who love special interest deep dives. This is Nerd Nite - [Mosquito season is already here! Free demos, presentations, non-toxic mosquito c](https://www.popville.com/events/mosquito-season-is-already-here-free-demos-presentations-non-toxic-mosquito-c-25329/) - Mosquito season is already here! DC Natives & Itty Bitty Mosquito Population Committee holding a free and open to all participatory workshop, meet with pros in non-toxic mosquito control, Hands-on demos, Get updates on methods, Free give-aways! May 19, 6:30-7:30pm @ Tenley-Friendship Library right next to AU/Tenley Metro station on Redline. Community-based mosquito control methods, - [An Evening of Queer Joy and Resistance in Memory of Andrea Gibson](https://www.popville.com/events/an-evening-of-queer-joy-and-resistance-in-memory-of-andrea-gibson-25327/) - Wednesday May 27 MOTHERTONGUE An Evening of Queer Joy & Resistance in Memory of Andrea Gibson Doors at 7:30 buy-button An Evening of Queer Joy and Resistance in memory of Andrea Gibson: featuring Ammonite and Special Guest, Bitch, along with the mothertongue poets, Rachel Bee, and The Pushovers. Hosted by Natalie E. Illum. $5 of - [Pride Mini Ball: Justyce Pyer Moss x AYA Art Collective](https://www.popville.com/events/pride-mini-ball-justyce-pyer-moss-x-aya-art-collective-25326/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Justyce Pyer Moss & AYA Collective presents The Pride Mini Ball. DC Pride is approaching, and we're calling the DMV kiki scene to the floor! Ballroom originated in 1972 and still thrives today because we NEED BIPOC Queer spaces. We're excited to showcase the best - [Buy Nothing Exchange @ Trinidad Farmers Market (Washington, DC)](https://www.popville.com/events/buy-nothing-exchange-trinidad-farmers-market-washington-dc-25324/) - Drop off any items that you want to donate. At the same time, take any stuff that need -- all for FREE. No exchange of money. Drop off any items that you want to donate. At the same time, take any stuff that you need -- all for FREE. No exchange of money as the - [Comedy & Community (FREE)](https://www.popville.com/events/comedy-community-free-25307/) - A night of comedy, community and great cocktails. We'll talk about belonging in this new neighborhood gem. Tickets free. Donations welcome. A Night of Comedy & Belonging Join us for an intimate evening of a COMEDY followed by a conversation about home and belonging, at a new creative space on Georgia Avenue: Three Whistles. The - [Profs & Pints DC: Understanding Honor Violence](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-understanding-honor-violence-25316/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Understanding Honor Violence,” on recognizing and responding to harmful traditional practices that exert control over others, with Sasha K. Taylor, visiting lecturer at Ohio State University’s Global Fellowship Program and advisor and trainer in honor violence prevention. People claiming to enforce traditional honor codes are responsible for a significant share - [Profs & Pints DC: Inside the World Cup](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-inside-the-world-cup-25315/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Inside the World Cup,” a scholarly look at preparation for the upcoming soccer tournament and at the likely impact of major global sports events soon to be staged in the United States, with Matt Winkler, founder of American University’s online master’s program in sports analytics and management and former sports - [Profs & Pints DC presents: Horror as Queer](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-presents-horror-as-queer-25314/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Horror as Queer,” a look at the influence and depiction of queerness in horror films, with May Santiago, adjunct professor of film studies at George Mason University and producer of the podcast Horrorspiria. Horror was queer long before both Brad and Janet succumbed to the charms of Dr. Frank-N-Furter in - [Open King Night at PubKey DC - A Drag King Open Stage Night](https://www.popville.com/events/open-king-night-at-pubkey-dc-a-drag-king-open-stage-night-25317/) - Pretty Boi Drag is an award-winning drag king production based in Washington, DC. On Thursday, May 21st we are bringing back our drag king open stage night, Open King Night, and bringing it to PubKey DC for the first time! ​This lineup will feature a mix of brand new performers stepping into the spotlight alongside - [Yiddish Movie Matinee](https://www.popville.com/events/yiddish-movie-matinee-25303/) - Please join the DMV Jewish Labor Bund at our next Yiddish movie night and potluck! It will be Sunday June 7 @ 1pm, at Incubator House in Petworth, NW DC. As usual, we'll start with a potluck (lunch this time), show the movie, and then kibitz about (discuss) it. Please note the different time and - [DC Bird Alliance Raptor Presentation at The Parks](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-bird-alliance-raptor-presentation-at-the-parks-25291/) - The Parks will host the DC Bird Alliance on May 30 for a live raptor presentation on the Great Lawn! A celebration of Black Birders Week will conclude with this free event featuring renowned African American falconer Rodney Stotts and his birds of prey. Join the DC Bird Alliance for celebrating birds, conservation, culture, and - [Happy Hour at The Parks: 80's Explosion](https://www.popville.com/events/happy-hour-at-the-parks-80s-explosion-25290/) - Don’t miss these low-key Friday evening hang-outs to enjoy a drink, dance, and mingle. Happy Hour is back at The Parks—bringing music, movement, and a little magic to Marketplace Plaza. Join us one Friday each month for themed evenings designed for dancing, mingling, and soaking up great vibes under the open sky. Whether you’re stepping - [Eunoia Cinema House Presents: Screenlight ft. Chasing Memories, Sky & Jay: A Lov](https://www.popville.com/events/eunoia-cinema-house-presents-screenlight-ft-chasing-memories-sky-jay-a-lov-25278/) - Eunoia Cinema House presents SCREENLIGHT: Black Queer Stories; Eunoia Cinema House’ official independent film showcase where filmmakers can connect directly with their audiences and harvest the fruits of their labor — this month highlighting Black Queer Stories 🌈 🤎 Join us on the tail end of DC Black Pride, May 27th 7PM @station_3510 for an - [Picnic Day at The Kreeger Museum](https://www.popville.com/events/picnic-day-at-the-kreeger-museum-25276/) - Join us in the Sculpture Garden for Picnic Day on June 6th! Bring your favorite picnic snacks and drinks to celebrate the warm weather. Please bring a picnic blanket or use one of our benches in the Sculpture Garden to enjoy your lunch. Light refreshments will be available for purchase. Enjoy tours of the Sculpture - [Celebrate Miró](https://www.popville.com/events/celebrate-mir-25274/) - Please join us for an after-hours experience that includes Spanish wine, tapas boards, live music, and a From the Archives gallery chat with Joanna Baker, Collection Manager. These Joan Miró works from the Kreeger Collection are on view for the first time in a decade. Mallorca Series, one of only five complete sets, is the - [Imar Lyman and Rhea L. Combs, PhD, In Conversation](https://www.popville.com/events/imar-lyman-and-rhea-l-combs-phd-in-conversation-25273/) - Please join us for a conversation with curator Rhea L. Combs, PhD, and artist Imar Lyman [Hutchins] from 3:00pm-4:00pm in the Terrace Gallery to discuss the exhibition Imar Lyman Echo/Location: Exploring the Extra-Sensory Before the conversation, join the Artist in the gallery to view the exhibition from 2:30-3:00pm. Catalogues will be available for sale and - [Happy Hour at The Parks: Motown Magic](https://www.popville.com/events/happy-hour-at-the-parks-motown-magic-25272/) - Don’t miss these low-key Friday evening hang-outs to enjoy a drink, dance, and mingle. Happy Hour is back at The Parks—bringing music, movement, and a little magic to Marketplace Plaza. Join us one Friday each month for themed evenings designed for dancing, mingling, and soaking up great vibes under the open sky. Whether you’re stepping - [Psychic Sunday](https://www.popville.com/events/psychic-sunday-25193/) - Join Us for Psychic Sunday on May 31st at the: Church of Two Worlds, 3038 Q St. NW, Washington, DC 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Experience the gifts of Mediumship Readings, Reiki Healing, and Psychic & Oracle Card Readings. Enjoy a 15-minute session for just $20. All proceeds benefit the Church of Two Worlds. Stay - [Happy Hour at The Parks: Latin Sounds](https://www.popville.com/events/happy-hour-at-the-parks-latin-sounds-25271/) - Don’t miss these low-key Friday evening hang-outs to enjoy a drink, dance, and mingle. Happy Hour is back at The Parks—bringing music, movement, and a little magic to Marketplace Plaza. Join us one Friday each month for themed evenings designed for dancing, mingling, and soaking up great vibes under the open sky. Whether you’re stepping - [Climate & Energy Hackathon](https://www.popville.com/events/climate-energy-hackathon-25267/) - ​Interested in using AI to solve a real world/life problem? Come find out. Let’s do it together. ​This Hackathon is a fast-paced, one-day event where you'll go from idea to working prototype — with real teammates, real tools, and a real plan to test what you build. ​The event builds on climate and energy challenges - [Mothlights w/ Rugan Lewis • GIO](https://www.popville.com/events/mothlights-w-rugan-lewis-gio-25259/) - Mothlights For Fans of: Low, John Fahey, Elliott Smith, Duster, Jackson Browne Mothlights is a Washington DC slowcore/primitive guitar band combining influence from slowcore luminaries, the American primitive guitar scene, world folk music, and found sounds. Their 2023 debut Walking the World With A Leaky Umbrella confronts themes of decolonization antifascism and climate anxiety alongside - [Parlour Magic w/ Visitor Center • Ari Voxx & The Sad Lads](https://www.popville.com/events/parlour-magic-w-visitor-center-ari-voxx-the-sad-lads-25121/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Parlour Magic For Fans of: Arctic Monkeys, Depeche Mode, Neon Indian, The Voidz, The Growlers Parlour Magic is a synthpop project led by musician and media artist Luc Bokor-Smith (b. 1995, New York City). It exists in the murky void between a band and a - [National Geographic Museum of Exploration Grand Opening Weekend](https://www.popville.com/events/national-geographic-museum-of-exploration-grand-opening-weekend-25257/) - This summer, the spirit of exploration can be found in the heart of Washington, D.C., as the ​​​​‌‍​‍​‍‌‍‌​‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‍​‍​‍​‍‍​‍​‍‌​‌‍​‌‌‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‌​‌‍‌​‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍​‍​‍​‍​​‍​‍‌‍‍​‌​‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍​‍​‍​‍‍​‍​‍‌‍‍​‌‌​‌‌​‌​​‌​​‍‍​‍​‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‌​​‍‌‌‍​‌‍‌‌​​‍‍‌‍‍‌‍​‌‌‌​‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‍‌‍​‌‌‍​‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌​‍‌‍​‌‌​​‌‍‍​‌‍‍‌‌‍​​‍‍‌‍‌​‍‌‍‌​‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‍‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‌​​‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‌‍‍‌‌‌​​‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌​‌‍‌‌​‌‌​​‌​‍‌‍‌‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‌​‌‍​‌‌‌​‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‍​‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌​​‌​​‌‍‌‌​‍‌‌‍‌​‌‍​‌​‌‌‌‍‌‌​‍‌​‍‌‌‍‌​​‍‌​​‍​​‌​‍‌​‌​​​​​‌‌​‌‍​‍‌​‍‌​​‌​​‍‌‍​‌​‍‌​‌​​‍‌‌‍​‌‍‌‍​​‌‌‍‌‍‌‍​‌‍​​​‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‌​​‍​‍‌‌​‌‍‌‌​​‌‍‌‌​‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‌​‌‌‌‍​‌‌​‍‌‌​‌‍‍‌‌‍​‌‍​‌‍‌‌​‍‌​​‌‍​‌‌‌​‌‍‍​​‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌​‌​‌‍​‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌​​‍‌‍‌‍‌​‌‍‌​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​​‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍‌‍​‌‌‍‌‍​‌​​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌‍​‌‍‌‍​‌‍​​‌‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​‌​​‍‍‌‍​‌‍‍​‌‍‍‌‌‍​‌‍‌​‌​‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​​‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍‌‍‌‌​‌​​​​‍‌​‍‌​​​​​‌​​‌​​‌‌​‍​​​‌​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​‌​​‍‍‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌‌​​‌‍​‍‌‍​‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‌​‍‌‍​​‌‌‍‍​‌‌​‌‌​‌​​‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​​‌​‍‌‌​​‍‌​‌‍​‍‌‌​​‍‌​‌‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‌​​‍‌‌‍​‌‍‌‌​​‍‍‌‍‍‌‍​‌‌‌​‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‍‌‍​‌‌‍​‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌​‍‌‍​‌‌​​‌‍‍​‌‍‍‌‌‍​​‍‍‌‍‌​‍‌‍‌​‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌​​‌​​‌‍‌‌​‍‌‌‍‌​‌‍​‌​‌‌‌‍‌‌​‍‌​‍‌‌‍‌​​‍‌​​‍​​‌​‍‌​‌​​​​​‌‌​‌‍​‍‌​‍‌​​‌​​‍‌‍​‌​‍‌​‌​​‍‌‌‍​‌‍‌‍​​‌‌‍‌‍‌‍​‌‍​​​‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‌​​‍​‍‌‍‌‌​‌‍‌‌​​‌‍‌‌​‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‌​‌‌‌‍​‌‌​‍‌‌​‌‍‍‌‌‍​‌‍​‌‍‌‌​‍‌‍‌​​‌‍​‌‌‌​‌‍‍​​‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌​‌​‌‍​‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌​​‍‌‍‌‍‌​‌‍‌​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​​‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍‌‍​‌‌‍‌‍​‌​​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌‍​‌‍‌‍​‌‍​​‌‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​‌​​‍‍‌‍​‌‍‍​‌‍‍‌‌‍​‌‍‌​‌​‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​​‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍‌‍‌‌​‌​​​​‍‌​‍‌​​​​​‌​​‌​​‌‌​‍​​​‌​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​‌​​‍‍‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌‌​​‍‌‍‌​​‌‍‌‌‌​‍‌​‌​​‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌‌​‌‍‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌​‌‌​​‌‌‌‌‍​‍‌‍​‌‍‍‌‌​‌‍‍​‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​​‍​‍‌‌National Geographic Museum of Exploration​​​​‌‍​‍​‍‌‍‌​‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‍​‍​‍​‍‍​‍​‍‌​‌‍​‌‌‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‌​‌‍‌​‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍​‍​‍​‍​​‍​‍‌‍‍​‌​‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍​‍​‍​‍‍​‍​‍‌‍‍​‌‌​‌‌​‌​​‌​​‍‍​‍​‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‌​​‍‌‌‍​‌‍‌‌​​‍‍‌‍‍‌‍​‌‌‌​‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‍‌‍​‌‌‍​‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌​‍‌‍​‌‌​​‌‍‍​‌‍‍‌‌‍​​‍‍‌‍‌​‍‌‍‌​‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‍‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‌​​‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‌‍‍‌‌‌​​‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌​‌‍‌‌​‌‌​​‌​‍‌‍‌‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‌​‌‍​‌‌‌​‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‍​‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌​​‌​​‌‍‌‌​‍‌‌‍‌​‌‍​‌​‌‌‌‍‌‌​‍‌​‍‌‌‍‌​​‍‌​​‍​​‌​‍‌​‌​​​​​‌‌​‌‍​‍‌​‍‌​​‌​​‍‌‍​‌​‍‌​‌​​‍‌‌‍​‌‍‌‍​​‌‌‍‌‍‌‍​‌‍​​​‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‌​​‍​‍‌‌​‌‍‌‌​​‌‍‌‌​‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‌​‌‌‌‍​‌‌​‍‌‌​‌‍‍‌‌‍​‌‍​‌‍‌‌​‍‌​​‌‍​‌‌‌​‌‍‍​​‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌​‌​‌‍​‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌​​‍‌‍‌‍‌​‌‍‌​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​​‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍‌‍​‌‌‍‌‍​‌​​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌‍​‌‍‌‍​‌‍​​‌‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​‌​​‍‍‌‍​‌‍‍​‌‍‍‌‌‍​‌‍‌​‌​‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​​‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍​‌​‌‍​‌​‌​‌‍‌‌​​‌‍​‌‍‌‌​‌‌‍​‌‍‌​​​​​‌​​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​‌​​‍‍‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌‌​​‌‍​‍‌‍​‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‌​‍‌‍​​‌‌‍‍​‌‌​‌‌​‌​​‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​​‌​‍‌‌​​‍‌​‌‍​‍‌‌​​‍‌​‌‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‌​​‍‌‌‍​‌‍‌‌​​‍‍‌‍‍‌‍​‌‌‌​‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‍‌‍​‌‌‍​‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌​‍‌‍​‌‌​​‌‍‍​‌‍‍‌‌‍​​‍‍‌‍‌​‍‌‍‌​‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌​​‌​​‌‍‌‌​‍‌‌‍‌​‌‍​‌​‌‌‌‍‌‌​‍‌​‍‌‌‍‌​​‍‌​​‍​​‌​‍‌​‌​​​​​‌‌​‌‍​‍‌​‍‌​​‌​​‍‌‍​‌​‍‌​‌​​‍‌‌‍​‌‍‌‍​​‌‌‍‌‍‌‍​‌‍​​​‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‌​​‍​‍‌‍‌‌​‌‍‌‌​​‌‍‌‌​‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‌​‌‌‌‍​‌‌​‍‌‌​‌‍‍‌‌‍​‌‍​‌‍‌‌​‍‌‍‌​​‌‍​‌‌‌​‌‍‍​​‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌​‌​‌‍​‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌​​‍‌‍‌‍‌​‌‍‌​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​​‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍‌‍​‌‌‍‌‍​‌​​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌‍​‌‍‌‍​‌‍​​‌‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​‌​​‍‍‌‍​‌‍‍​‌‍‍‌‌‍​‌‍‌​‌​‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​​‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍​‌​‌‍​‌​‌​‌‍‌‌​​‌‍​‌‍‌‌​‌‌‍​‌‍‌​​​​​‌​​‍‌‌​​‍​​‍​‍‌‌​‌‌‌​‌​​‍‍‌‌​‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌‌​​‍‌‍‌​​‌‍‌‌‌​‍‌​‌​​‌‍‌‌‌‍​‌‌​‌‍‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌​‌‌​​‌‌‌‌‍​‍‌‍​‌‍‍‌‌​‌‍‍​‌‍‌‌‌‍‌​​‍​‍‌‌ unveils its schedule of new public programming. 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Is every Gemini actually evil? Watch the some of the funniest comedians in DC show you both their faces as they try to figure that out. Every comedian will do two separate, but interconnected sets. Featuring free tarot readings. - [Cleveland Park Day](https://www.popville.com/events/cleveland-park-day-25241/) - Celebrate the vibrancy of the Cleveland Park neighborhood at Cleveland Park Day! With an outdoor vendor market, live music, and a Kids Zone, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. - [The LGBTQuiz](https://www.popville.com/events/the-lgbtquiz-25240/) - Celebrate Pride with DC's funniest comedians competing to see who knows the most about LGBTQ+ history, culture, and iconography. Hosted by Clare Mulligan. - [Meet Cute: A Blind Date Comedy Show](https://www.popville.com/events/meet-cute-a-blind-date-comedy-show-25228/) - Meet Cute DC is an award-winning live blind date comedy experience where two real singles meet for the very first time on stage, and DC’s funniest comedians turn their unscripted conversation into a hilarious, heartwarming show right before your eyes. No apps. No swiping. Just real people, real chemistry, and comedy inspired entirely by what - [Village Group for Expecting Families](https://www.popville.com/events/village-group-for-expecting-families-25222/) - Local Maternity Thread is launching a Village Group Cohort this May for expecting parents in the Petworth/Columbia Heights area due in fall 2026! If you're looking to connect with neighbors who are navigating pregnancy at the same time as you, this group is for you. Designed to foster community, share knowledge, and build a local - [Co-op Film Fest Screening: We the Owners](https://www.popville.com/events/co-op-film-fest-screening-we-the-owners-25221/) - In a time when corporate consolidation dominates our food system, cooperatives offer a practical, viable alternative that prioritizes equity, sustainability, and local self-determination. Join TPSS and Rhizome to watch and discuss documentaries that examine the history of co-ops in the United States and explore how they build healthier, more connected communities. We the Owners captures - [202BBQ x Right Proper Brewing](https://www.popville.com/events/202bbq-x-right-proper-brewing-25219/) - 202BBQ is teaming up with Right Proper in Brookland for an exclusive small-batch craft barbecue popup. - [Summer Ice Cream Social](https://www.popville.com/events/summer-ice-cream-social-25217/) - Located in front of the silos on the Lower Service Court, celebrate summer with a sweet treat at Reservoir District’s Summer Ice Cream Social hosted on two Fridays this summer. Families, friends, and neighbors are invited to enjoy complimentary ice cream, fun toppings, and a lively community atmosphere. - [Reservoir District: 2nd Fridays Concert Series](https://www.popville.com/events/reservoir-district-2nd-fridays-concert-series-25216/) - Reservoir District is pleased to partner with Yellow Door Concert Series, a music event company that offers carefully curated ensembles and performances to create experiences that unite communities through live music. Designed for Reservoir District’s residents and community, Yellow Door brings together a wide range of multifaceted musical genres and talented artists, creating opportunities for - [Reservoir Recess: Family Field Day](https://www.popville.com/events/reservoir-recess-family-field-day-25215/) - Reservoir Recess invites families to enjoy an afternoon filled with fun and community connection. Designed as the ultimate playdate for all ages, the event features field day-style lawn games, arts and crafts, music, pop-up performances, and interactive activities that bring neighbors together for a joyful summer celebration. - [Paul Thurston 5K (Rock Creek Park Tennis Center)](https://www.popville.com/events/paul-thurston-5k-rock-creek-park-tennis-center-25202/) - Honoring one of the founders of DC Road Runners, the Paul Thurston 5K is an excellent way to celebrate Memorial Day weekend and Washington, DC’s running history. Join DC Road Runners for a beautiful out-and-back 5K course in the heart of Rock Creek Park. In honor of Memorial Day, come out wearing your red, white, - [Taste of America](https://www.popville.com/events/taste-of-america-25181/) - An evening event celebrating recipes and culinary traditions from all corners of the nation. The evening begins with a curated tasting experience led by celebrity and award-winning chefs from all corners of the country, followed by DJ music and specialty drinks (with and without alcohol) crafted by top bartenders nationwide. Guests may purchase tickets to - [Yappy Hour](https://www.popville.com/events/yappy-hour-25180/) - Held on the National Archives lawn, this dog-friendly event blends patriotic spirit with community fun. Featuring table activations with local and national pet organizations and activities for the whole family, Yappy Hour invites animal lovers and their patriotic furry friends to join the celebration. Proof of a current rabies vaccination is required for all dogs - [Stars & Stories Fest](https://www.popville.com/events/stars-stories-fest-25179/) - Modeled after a classic July 4 neighborhood gathering, visitors will explore history and the 250th by meeting historical reenactors, enjoy Disney music, discover their family roots with Ancestry, check out digital activations and experience activities including face painting and a patriotic selfie station. NBC4 Washington TV host Tommy McFly will emcee the event. Program Partners: - [DC Chamber Musicians Season Finale](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-chamber-musicians-season-finale-25167/) - The DC Chamber Musicians close out the 25-26 season with popular works by Brahms and Dohnanyi, and three selections of newer works that are sure to delight. All set in the lovely St. Thomas' Parish Episcopal Church in the Dupont Circle neighborhood. Join us afterward for a reception featuring light refreshments (including beer and wine) - ['Before You Eat' film screening + meet Indonesian Migrant Fishers Union](https://www.popville.com/events/before-you-eat-film-screening-meet-indonesian-migrant-fishers-union-25164/) - 'Before You Eat' Screenings + Fishless Sushi + Meet Indonesian Migrant Fisher Frontline Union Organizers AU College of Law, DC | Wednesday, May 13 | 6–8 PM Please join us for a powerful and free evening of film, food, and connection. 'Before You Eat' is an internationally screened documentary exposing the hidden realities of the - [The Future of Our Realities: The Future of Work and Truth](https://www.popville.com/events/the-future-of-our-realities-the-future-of-work-and-truth-25160/) - As AI systems become woven into everyday life, they are transforming not only how we work, but how we know what is real. FOR 2026 is a one-day interdisciplinary conference in Washington, DC exploring the future of work, truth, labor, expertise, synthetic media, misinformation, public trust, and shared reality. Join researchers, technologists, economists, artists, writers, - [Here & Now: A Phone-Free Experience (Washington D.C.)](https://www.popville.com/events/here-now-a-phone-free-experience-washington-dc-25158/) - Here & Now is Kanso's flagship phone-free social experience. part guided facilitation, part free-flow, designed around the neuroscience of real human connection. oxytocin releases when you have a real conversation with a stranger. serotonin kicks in when you feel like you belong somewhere. endorphins follow when a room full of people is genuinely present together. - [Takoma Trukgarten](https://www.popville.com/events/takoma-trukgarten-25153/) - This one-day festival features local breweries, cideries and distilleries pouring craft beer, cider and spirits plus great food and music! Tasting packages are available with commemorative tasting glasses. Non-drinkers and under 21 enter free and are welcome. - [Takoma Pride](https://www.popville.com/events/takoma-pride-25154/) - Celebrate diversity, inclusion, visibility and acceptance at Takoma Pride Parade and Street Fair on Sunday June 7 from 10:00am – 2:00 pm. All are invited to join in this family-friendly event! Join the Parade! Dress festively and join the parade! Come early for flags and poster supplies and share your personal messages of Pride. March - [Raíces: A Writing Workshop Series on Resistance and Healing “La Cosecha Showcase](https://www.popville.com/events/races-a-writing-workshop-series-on-resistance-and-healing-la-cosecha-showcase-25152/) - A monthly community-based writing series led by Tintas DC that centers Latine, BIPOC, queer, and marginalized voices to explore personal and collective resistance and healing through storytelling About the workshop “La Cosecha Showcase”: end of series showcase This workshop will explore the importance of performance as resistance. Participants will reflect on their own written work - [Levine Music Community Sing](https://www.popville.com/events/levine-music-community-sing-25151/) - Community Sings bring people of all ages and skill levels together to create beautiful music. This fun, energetic program led by Micah Hendler will have you singing gorgeous five-part harmonies in no time. No experience is necessary. The only prerequisite is a love of music and song! This event is free to attend. - [Neighborhood Sale Day: Treasures, Treats & Talent](https://www.popville.com/events/neighborhood-sale-day-treasures-treats-talent-25137/) - Treasure, Treats & Talent is more than a yard sale — it’s a neighborhood-wide community day bringing together over 35 households, youth entrepreneurs, makers, artists, sellers and neighbors for a fun spring event. Some neighbors will host sales from their homes, while others will gather at the central community hub at Simpson-Hamline Church on 16th - [The R&B Club Discusses the Legacy of Janet Jackson](https://www.popville.com/events/the-rb-club-discusses-the-legacy-of-janet-jackson-25147/) - The Jackson family has been in the news a lot lately. For The R&B Club’s next event, we’re turning the spotlight to Janet Jackson. That’s right. Miss Jackson, if you’re nasty — or a diehard fan. The timing is fitting too given the pop icon’s 60th birthday (May 16) and Control turning 40 in February. - [The Leclaires first Concert of 2026](https://www.popville.com/events/the-leclaires-first-concert-of-2026-25150/) - DMV's rising indie rock/pop band, the Leclaires will perform new songs from their upcoming album in June in their first show of 2026 joining touring artist, Vanna Pacella and Hello June! - [Native American Art Show](https://www.popville.com/events/native-american-art-show-25126/) - Woolly Mammoth will host our third annual Native American Art Market, curated by Connectivity Core Partner Mary Phillips (Umoⁿhoⁿ “Omaha”/ Pueblo of Laguna). The art market will be held at Woolly Mammoth on May 9th from 11am-4pm in connection to the National Day of Theater Readings for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives on - [Divas That Rock – A PRIDE Drag Concert](https://www.popville.com/events/divas-that-rock-a-pride-drag-concert-25123/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Celebrate Pride with a unique, live drag concert! Back for its second year, Divas That Rock brings together powerhouse vocals, a full band, and iconic performances inspired by the women who inspire drag. Headlining the night is Vida Real, a live-singing drag artist delivering bold, - [Foot Traffic (Single Release) w/ Alaska's Angels • Birdcage](https://www.popville.com/events/foot-traffic-single-release-w-alaskas-angels-birdcage-25124/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Foot Traffic For Fans of: Radiohead, Tame Impala, Her's, Courtney Barnett Foot Traffic (DC indie rock) is celebrating the release of their single, "Time to Waste", in support of their upcoming debut album. It's psychedelic, it's punk, it's indie, it's what you want to see - [Tayls w/ Gigi Marie + Karen Culi](https://www.popville.com/events/tayls-w-gigi-marie-karen-culi-25122/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Tayls For Fans of: The Flaming Lips, David Bowie, Queen The East Nashville Power Pop band Tayls transports listeners into a temporary dwelling of rock ‘n’ roll fantasy. Their dynamic pop-punk anthems and effervescent energy has captured hearts across Nashville, creating a multisensory experience while - [Closer Look: Water’s Edge](https://www.popville.com/events/closer-look-waters-edge-25120/) - Come to the National Museum of the American Indian for an in-gallery talk that brings visitors together with curators and other experts for deeper consideration of specific artworks currently on view in the museum. Join Rebecca Trautmann, curator of Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe, for a conversation with interdisciplinary artist and carver, Erin - [The Stage at Union Station presents Randolph Strings](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-randolph-strings-25119/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. The Randolph String Quartet is a group of siblings and Howard University alumni who perform around the world, playing both classical and - [The Stage at Union Station presents Tamara Wellons Quartet](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-tamara-wellons-quartet-25118/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Tamara Wellons is a celebrated soulful vocalist, songwriter, and arts-in-healing innovator whose work blends rhythm and blues, house, and storytelling to inspire - [The Stage at Union Station presents DC Monumental Strings](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-dc-monumental-strings-25117/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. DC Monumental Strings, led by Amy Domingues, is a Washington, D.C.–based ensemble that brings together accomplished musicians to perform a wide range - [Closer Look: Making a Statement](https://www.popville.com/events/closer-look-making-a-statement-25111/) - Come to the National Museum of the American Indian and hear curator Anya Montiel (Mestiza/Tohono O'odham descent) giving a closer look at the museum’s special installation Making a Statement, which demonstrates how Native women combine traditional design elements with modern military symbolism to demonstrate cultural pride and honor military service. The installation features a historical - [What's Happening DMV! Makers Mix Pop Up!](https://www.popville.com/events/whats-happening-dmv-makers-mix-pop-up-25098/) - Enjoy some of the DMV's most AWESOME FOOD and Vendors Saturday and Sunday, May 16 + 17 at WESTERN MARKET DC! NEW and VINTAGE Clothing, Records, Jewelry, Art, Gifts, Books, and MORE! Over 10,000 CDs and DVDs all just $3 each! FREE Entry! FREE Karaoke! T Shirt GIVEAWAYS! Movie and Concert Ticket GIVEAWAYS! - [Spring Fest](https://www.popville.com/events/spring-fest-25103/) - Spring is in the air and all of Mount Vernon Triangle is ready to celebrate! The Mount Vernon Triangle CID is thrilled to welcome back sunny days and warm weather by bringing back its spring festival! Hosted for the first time at Cobb Park (200 H Street NW) on Saturday, May 9 from 11am - - ["You'll See..." | James Joyce's Ulysses for Ages 8 to 80](https://www.popville.com/events/youll-see-james-joyces-ulysses-for-ages-8-to-80-25086/) - What if one of the most famously challenging novels ever written became something you could simply enjoy? You’ll See… does exactly that. Described as “a masterclass in accessible storytelling,” this acclaimed production from Branar, a children's theatre company in Galway, transforms James Joyce's Ulysses into a warm, playful, and visually stunning theatrical experience for audiences - [Author Talk: Martha Raddatz — The Hero Next Door](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-martha-raddatz-the-hero-next-door-25071/) - An inspiring portrait of the men and women who serve in our nation's military that captures their courage and profound sacrifice, by the Emmy Award–winning ABC News anchor, Martha Raddatz. For twenty-five years Martha Raddatz has witnessed the grit and resilience of the soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines who have been fighting America’s wars since - [OutWIT, Outplay, Outlaugh: A Special Survivor Improv Show](https://www.popville.com/events/outwit-outplay-outlaugh-a-special-survivor-improv-show-25075/) - The Washington Improv Theater Tribe has spoken and we want YOU to come see some of DC's funniest improvisers do a show inspired by a live and in-person Q&A with former Survivor contestants Alex Moore and Bianca Roses, who will talk about their experiences on the island and off. (They might even spill some immuni-tea!) - [Author Talk: Danielle Crittenden — Dispatches from Grief](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-danielle-crittenden-dispatches-from-grief-25074/) - On a February morning, Danielle Crittenden's world cleaved in two: the life before her daughter Miranda was found dead in her Brooklyn apartment, and the life after. With unflinching honesty and unexpected grace, she chronicles the shattering impact of a child's death and the strange afterlife of grief itself: how it infiltrates grocery stores and - [Author Talk: Deborah Kalb — Everything She Most Admired](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-deborah-kalb-everything-she-most-admired-25073/) - Lauren Green never expected to be a suspect in a murder investigation on her first day at D.C.-based Lens magazine. But then again, nothing had been going well lately. Dumped by her fiance, her academic career floundering, and her living situation up in the air, she's barely holding things together. She knows she didn't kill - [Author Talk: Chet'la Sebree — Turn Where](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-chetla-sebree-turn-where-25072/) - A probing essay collection that chronicles one woman’s complicated quest to find home in a fractured America, from the award-winning author of Field Study “In Chet’la Sebree’s sensitive and tender hands, this book’s quest (and question) of home is captivating. An intimate rendering of the life of a Black woman artist.”—Imani Perry, National Book Award - [Author Talk: Robin Broad & John Cavanagh — The Water Defenders](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-robin-broad-john-cavanagh-the-water-defenders-25070/) - In their acclaimed book The Water Defenders, Robin Broad and John Cavanagh told the story of activists in San Isidro, El Salvador, who fought multinational mining corporation OceanaGold and won—protecting their drinking water and environment from irreparable harm—despite great personal danger. Now, Jon Sack’s captivating graphic adaptation brings the story to new audiences and with - [Author Talk: Laura Zigman — The Author Weekend](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-laura-zigman-the-author-weekend-25068/) - The Devil Wears Prada meets The White Lotus in a story of colliding egos and shocking betrayal, as intoxicatingly ice cold as the pink prosecco that flows all weekend. Everything needs to be just right for bestselling mystery writer Faye Wader's first-ever fan weekend. Her sales might be slipping--only a little --but her readers still - [Author Talk: James Verini — The Theater](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-james-verini-the-theater-25066/) - In the tradition of John Hersey’s Hiroshima, a terse and piercing look at a critical episode in the Ukraine War, from the award-winning author of They Will Have to Die Now. In March of 2022, three weeks after invading Ukraine, Russian forces bombed the shelter housed in the Donetsk Regional Academic Drama Theater, in the - [Author Talk: Steven W. Thrasher, PhD — The Overseer Class](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-steven-w-thrasher-phd-the-overseer-class-25062/) - The author of the critically acclaimed The Viral Underclass (one of Kirkus Reviews best books of 2022) is back with The Overseer Class, which explores what happens when members of historically minoritized groups are selected for high-visibility positions of power within existing institutions—but under the conditions of a kind of Faustian bargain. Our society places - [Author Talk: Jamilah Lemieux — Black. Single. Mother.](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-jamilah-lemieux-black-single-mother-25059/) - A personal meditation on, examination of, and tribute to Black single motherhood, unapologetically told through poignant essays and candid interviews by a celebrated cultural critic “Jamilah Lemieux is one of the most important feminist writers of the twenty-first century.”—Brittney Cooper With her signature candid, humorous, and sometimes biting takes, Jamilah Lemieux suffers no fools while - [Author Talk: David Sedaris — The Land and Its People](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-david-sedaris-the-land-and-its-people-25058/) - In The Land and Its People, his collection following Happy-Go-Lucky, David Sedaris reflects on what it means to be a foreigner, a brother, a lifelong friend. He tries on the role of caretaker after his boyfriend Hugh’s hip-replacement surgery, and both succeeds and fails. He buys his sister a cape and discusses his brother with - [Author Talk: Ben Rhodes — All We Say](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-ben-rhodes-all-we-say-25057/) - What does it mean to be American? Who gets to decide? This sweeping history of the United States told through fifteen speeches relives the battle over American identity, from a New York Times bestselling author and one of President Barack Obama’s former speechwriters. For 250 years, we have debated what it means to be American. - [Author Talk: David Beckmann — Poverty Abolitionists](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-david-beckmann-poverty-abolitionists-25055/) - Poverty is not inevitable. In fact, we have already made historic progress in reducing it-both globally and in the United States. In Poverty Abolitionists, economist, pastor, and activist David Beckmann shows that with collective will, effective strategy, and renewed moral vision, we can virtually eliminate poverty in our generation. Drawing on decades of leadership at - [DC Death Collective Book Signing with Darnell Walker](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-death-collective-book-signing-with-darnell-walker-25047/) - Book Event and Signing Solid State Books, H Street NE Monday, June 1 7:00-8:30 pm Free Darnell Lamont Walker is a Death Doula and Emmy-Nominated Writer whose work lives at the intersection of creativity, care, and transition. Sometimes that looks like helping families hold love and memory at the end of life. Sometimes it means - [Arab American Comedy Festival comes to DC](https://www.popville.com/events/arab-american-comedy-festival-comes-to-dc-25039/) - Facism isn’t funny, but we are! The New York Arab-American Comedy Festival is coming back to DC! Come laugh with an all-star lineup of Arab-American comics, starring Maysoon Zayid, Dean Obiedallah, Demetrius Fileds, Yasmin Elhady, Majdy Fares, Mahmoud Jaber, and Rola Z. This is a one-night-only show. - [VIAL, Scarlet Demore, Cinema Hearts at Songbyrd](https://www.popville.com/events/vial-scarlet-demore-cinema-hearts-at-songbyrd-25036/) - Three women-led rock bands take over Songbyrd. Punk band VIAL celebrate their new album Hellhound on a tour with Chicago "crycore" band Scarlet Demore. Local rock band Cinema Hearts opens. https://dice.fm/event/rya82v-vial-presents-the-hellhound-tour-featuring-scarlet-demore-19th-may-songbyrd-washington-dc-tickets - [The Stage at Union Station presents Max Jacobs & Sophie Ross](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-max-jacobs-sophie-ross-25026/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Max Jacobs & Sophie Ross are Washington, D.C.–based musicians who bring together violin and clarinet to create dynamic performances that blend classical, - [Farragut Fun Days](https://www.popville.com/events/farragut-fun-days-25015/) - Break up your workday with a lively lunchtime escape at Farragut Fun Days, returning every Wednesday, May 13 – June 24, from 12:30 – 2:00 p.m. Set in Farragut Square, enjoy a rotating lineup of activities including lawn games, live music, and a curated selection of used books, CDs, DVDs, and vinyl for sale. Animal - [TriFit with CorePower Yoga](https://www.popville.com/events/trifit-with-corepower-yoga-25014/) - TriFit is back this spring, bringing an energizing outdoor workout series to your Tuesday evenings. Join us in Farragut Square every week from May 12 through June 23, from 5:30–6:30 p.m., for free CorePower Yoga classes led by a certified instructor. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just getting started, these sessions are designed to - [Sunday Social: Wellness Day Party](https://www.popville.com/events/sunday-social-wellness-day-party-25010/) - We’re expanding Sunday Social into wellness. The Sunday Social Wellness Series is a curated daytime experience designed to help you reset, recharge, and reconnect with yourself and with community. Think Sunday Social day party mixed with fitness & wellness. Rooted in intention and elevated in every detail, this series blends movement, mindfulness, and social connection - [The Play That Goes Wrong](https://www.popville.com/events/the-play-that-goes-wrong-25009/) - The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society is presenting its newest production, THE MURDER AT HAVERSHAM MANOR, but things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. This 1920s whodunit has everything you never wanted in a show — an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their - [Soul Divas](https://www.popville.com/events/soul-divas-25006/) - Tina. Aretha. Diana. Patti. Whitney... Put on your dancing shoes! The Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC is celebrating the music of phenomenal divas like Tina, Aretha, Diana, Patti, Gladys, Dionne, Roberta, Anita, Whitney… and many more! Songs include “I’m Coming Out,” “Respect,” “How Will I Know,” “Lady Marmalade,” “Giving You the Best that I - [DanceAfrica DC 2026: Past, Present, Future](https://www.popville.com/events/danceafrica-dc-2026-past-present-future-25001/) - Are you ready to be immersed in the beauty and wonder of the African Diaspora? Coyaba Dance Theatre and Dance Place present to you the 38th annual DanceAfrica DC 2026 festival! Prepare to experience the heart and soul of Africa right here in DC. This year’s theme is ‘Past, Present, Future’. As a community, we - [Ronya-Lee Anderson and the Light Factory](https://www.popville.com/events/ronya-lee-anderson-and-the-light-factory-25000/) - Flight! 1.0 is an evening-length dance work that investigates marronage as a method of placemaking and explores the life and legacy of Queen Nanny: a great warrior and healer who led the Windward Jamaican maroons in fighting off the British army. Original live music and text combine with inventive movement melding West African, ballet, Afro-Caribbean, - [Lesson Zero plays West Oaks Farm Market](https://www.popville.com/events/lesson-zero-plays-west-oaks-farm-market-24996/) - Oasis recording artist LESSON ZERO plays West Oaks Farm Market, 4305 Middle Rd., Warrenton, Va. June 5 from 7 to 10:00. Admission is free and parking is available. For more information, see www.youtube.com/lessonzero - [Author Talk: Soumaya Keynes & Chad P. Bown — How to Win a Trade War](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-soumaya-keynes-chad-p-bown-how-to-win-a-trade-war-24991/) - Two top trade experts with popular economics podcasts argue for a new way of operating between the biggest economic powers in the world. We used to take trade for granted. No more. Everything we know about trade has changed. With Trump’s tariffs throwing everything up in the air, this is the book to explain the - [Race In America Panel — With April Ryan, Keith Boykin & Mary Francis Berry](https://www.popville.com/events/race-in-america-panel-with-april-ryan-keith-boykin-mary-francis-berry-24990/) - Join April Ryan for another installment in an ongoing series of discussions focusing on the panelists' most recent books and current events. Ryan will examine recent and longstanding issues with the following panelists: White House Correspondent April Ryan has a unique vantage point as the only Black female reporter covering urban issues from the White - [Author Talk: Jennifer Shoop — Small Wonders](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-jennifer-shoop-small-wonders-24989/) - Find happiness and comfort in life’s everyday moments with this insightful visual volume of prose and poetry. In our busy and stress-filled world, it’s easy to miss the smaller moments that can provide happiness and fulfilment. Small Wonders is your invitation to slow down and savor the minor miracles of everyday living. With her insightful - [Author Talk: Lois Romano — An Inconvenient Widow](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-lois-romano-an-inconvenient-widow-24988/) - “Lois Romano writes with grace and empathy to bring depth and dignity to Mary’s story, shining a light on the contradictions that defined her—ambition and vulnerability, devotion and volatility, public scrutiny and private sorrow. What emerges is a deeply human portrayal of a fiercely intelligent, emotionally layered, and courageous woman—flawed, fragile, and tested by unimaginable - [Author Talk: Andrew Weissmann — Liar's Kingdom](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-andrew-weissmann-liars-kingdom-24987/) - From MS NOW legal analyst and veteran federal prosecutor Andrew Weissmann, an urgent summons to tackle the scourge of political lies in America—and prevent a figure like Donald Trump from ever rising again. “The 2020 election was a total FRAUD!” “I won the popular vote if you deduct the millions of people who voted illegally.” - [Queer Magic Dance Party](https://www.popville.com/events/queer-magic-dance-party-24984/) - Introducing queer magic: a dance party Come celebrate the whimsical vibes of Spring in a night of sparkle, desire, and queer joy! Dress in your favorite sparkles or in anything that helps you channel your inner magic. Dance to a blend of smooth rnb, afrobeats, hip hop, and pop by slammer & saba Pole performances - [Cleveland Park Night Market](https://www.popville.com/events/cleveland-park-night-market-24983/) - From 5:00–9:00 PM, enjoy local makers, artists, small businesses, and delicious food in a lively, walkable outdoor setting. The Night Markets are a great way to support local vendors, connect with neighbors, and experience Cleveland Park after hours. - [Author Talk: Theo Baker — How to Rule the World](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-theo-baker-how-to-rule-the-world-24982/) - Winner of the George Polk Award for his investigation that brought down Stanford’s president, Theo Baker offers a revelatory and gripping account of Silicon Valley hubris Slush funds. Shell companies. Yacht parties. This is life for Silicon Valley’s favored teenagers. Seventeen-year-old Theo Baker showed up for freshman year at Stanford University as a tech-obsessed coder. - [Author Talk: Josh Tyrangiel — AI for Good](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-josh-tyrangiel-ai-for-good-24981/) - In contrast to the wave of noisy polemics around AI, AI For Good explores how, in practice, it can actually improve our lives and tells the stories of everyday citizens at the forefront of this new “AI entrepreneurship.” AI is often framed as a force of radical transformation, either catapulting us into a utopian future - [Music in the Meadow: Sirius Company](https://www.popville.com/events/music-in-the-meadow-sirius-company-24977/) - Get in the groove with live music at the National Arboretum! Join Friends of the National Arboretum on Friday, June 5th at 7 PM for a classic R&B and go-go performance by the Sirius Company band. Bring your picnic blanket, grab a bite from food trucks on site, and settle in for some soulful melodies! - [Author Talk: Yasmine Cheyenne — The Comeback Era](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-yasmine-cheyenne-the-comeback-era-24979/) - You know that 3 a.m. feeling? When you’re wide awake asking yourself: Is this really it? That nagging feeling that "this isn’t enough anymore" isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom. What once felt fresh now feels like going through the motions. Successful but not satisfied. Accomplished but not alive. You’ve spent years building a life that looks perfect - [Author Talk: Paige Lewis — Canon](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-paige-lewis-canon-24980/) - Two unlikely heroes embark on quests to win God’s favor in this outrageously entertaining, profoundly heartfelt novel that announces an ingenious new voice in the tradition of Chain-Gang All-Stars, No One Is Talking About This, and Martyr! Yara can’t comprehend why God has chosen them to slay Dominic, the ruthless leader of the army of - [Author Talk: Wesley Brown — Looking for Frank Wills](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-wesley-brown-looking-for-frank-wills-24978/) - It’s 1972. Tricky Dick is in office, James Brown is on the radio, and Wayne Beasley reluctantly presides over the comings and goings of his barbers and patrons at Wayne’s Clip and Trim in Augusta, South Carolina. When one of Wayne’s former customers, an unassuming small-town son, is designated 4-F, unfit to serve in Vietnam, - [The Fool: A Tarot Comedy Show](https://www.popville.com/events/the-fool-a-tarot-comedy-show-24976/) - Join comedian Maddie and tarot reader Skye Marinda as they read themselves and you! Do you have a friend who needs to ditch their situationship? A friend who needs to get a new job and get away from their toxic boss?? Bring them and let the cards do the talking. Lucky and brave audience members - [Free Outdoor Yoga with Rebecca Dooley @ Trinidad Farmers Market](https://www.popville.com/events/free-outdoor-yoga-with-rebecca-dooley-trinidad-farmers-market-24974/) - Come join us for a FREE outdoor yoga class with Rebecca Dooley at Trinidad Farmers Market (1299 Neal Street NE, Washington, DC 20002) Come join us for a FREE outdoor yoga class with Rebecca Dooley at Trinidad Farmers Market (1299 Neal Street NE, Washington, DC 20002). The free class will be directly adjacent to the - [Yoga at The Stacks with Balance Gym](https://www.popville.com/events/yoga-at-the-stacks-with-balance-gym-24973/) - Join us for a rejuvenating evening of yoga at The Stacks, where we'll stretch, breathe, and find our Zen together. Welcome to Yoga at The Stacks! Join us for a relaxing evening of yoga at The Stacks on May 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM. Release your stress and find your inner peace. No experience necessary, - [Yappy Hour at The Stacks](https://www.popville.com/events/yappy-hour-at-the-stacks-24972/) - Join us for Yappy Hour at The Stacks! It's going down May 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Eastern Time). Bring your furry friends and fur free friends for a paw-some evening. This event is the perfect opportunity for your pups to socialize and for you to meet other pet parents and friends in the Buzzard - ["You'll See..." | A Friendly Guide Through James Joyce's Ulysses](https://www.popville.com/events/youll-see-a-friendly-guide-through-james-joyces-ulysses-24971/) - If the idea of James Joyce’s Ulysses has ever made you quietly back away from a bookshelf, this is your moment to inch towards the theatre this May. You’ll See… is an inventive show that takes one of the most famously unread books in the world and turns it into something joyful, visual, and — dare we say - [The Last Post w/ Home Remedies • Alligator Hands](https://www.popville.com/events/the-last-post-w-home-remedies-alligator-hands-24968/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — The Last Post For Fans of: Dashboard Confessional, The Get Up Kids, Saves the Day Acoustic-based emo-pop from Central PA. Pairing catchy melodies with emotionally-driven lyrics, The Last Post is equal parts fresh and nostalgic. For fans of Dashboard Confessional, The New Amsterdams, Saves the - [Meet the Author: Chef Sheldon Simeon](https://www.popville.com/events/meet-the-author-chef-sheldon-simeon-24965/) - In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, come to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian to meet chef and author Sheldon Simeon to celebrate the release of his second cookbook, Ohana Style (Clarkson Potter, 2026), which honors the spirit of family and hospitality through a collection of deeply - [Dragon Play by Rorschach Theatre](https://www.popville.com/events/dragon-play-by-rorschach-theatre-24966/) - A circle in the snow. The smell of Sulphur. The beating of wings. Here be dragons, as two stories of love and longing intertwine – a woman and the man she married are visited by a dragon who was once her lover, as a boy tries to learn what it will take to be with - [Chord of Appeals A Cappella Spring Concert](https://www.popville.com/events/chord-of-appeals-a-cappella-spring-concert-24953/) - Join us at Shaw's Tavern on Friday, June 5 as we break our concert hiatus with a revamped set list and a great cast of new group members! Doors open at 7PM and singing starts at 8PM. Tickets are $5 and can be bought either at the door or through the provided Partiful link. - [Hill Family Biking: Tiny Streets 4 Ride](https://www.popville.com/events/hill-family-biking-tiny-streets-4-ride-24952/) - It's the fourth edition of the Tiny Streets Ride! Join us for a 4-mile bike ride on some of the most picturesque one-block streets on the Hill followed by FREE ICE CREAM at The Capital Candy Jar. - [Freaks & Geeks](https://www.popville.com/events/freaks-geeks-24945/) - Story District returns to join forces with Mortified DC for a night of absolute mortification at Penn Social. Middle school crushes. Bad poems. Journal entries you swore no one would ever see. In this special night with Mortified DC, adults take the stage to share real artifacts from their teen years, diaries, letters, lists, songs… - [Messy: A Literary Launch Event at Lost City Books](https://www.popville.com/events/messy-a-literary-launch-event-at-lost-city-books-24944/) - To celebrate DC native Haili Blassingame's debut novel, THEY ALL FALL IN LOVE AT THE END, Lost City Books is throwing a launch party themed around messy love stories. Haili, and a crew of writers she has assembled, will read excerpts from their work, but there will also be audience participation in the form of - [Second Annual Petworth Yard Sale](https://www.popville.com/events/second-annual-petworth-yard-sale-24937/) - Join your neighbors for a Petworth-wide day of treasure hunting, community bonding, and amazing deals! Fill the form to sell and have your house added to the map. Map will be updated after May 8 and uploaded to the webpage. Reach out to projectpetworth@gmail.com with questions! - [Primark Mall at Prince George’s Grand Opening](https://www.popville.com/events/primark-mall-at-prince-georges-grand-opening-24935/) - For the grand opening, Primark will be kicking off celebrations on May 14 at 11:00 a.m. with a ribbon cutting, DJ spinning tracks, local treats and other fun giveaways, first come, first served. - [The Stage at Union Station presents DC Monumental Strings](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-dc-monumental-strings-24934/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. DC Monumental Strings, led by Amy Domingues, is a Washington, D.C.–based ensemble that brings together accomplished musicians to perform a wide range - [Laterras R. Whitfield discusses Student of Love Navigate Love at Every Stage](https://www.popville.com/events/laterras-r-whitfield-discusses-student-of-love-navigate-love-at-every-stage-24933/) - Laterras R. Whitfield, 3x Emmy-nominated producer and host of the award-winning, viral Dear Future Wifey Podcast, explores a fresh perspective on relationships in a guided conversation about his debut book, Student of Love. Laterras built an audience of millions by adopting the unique posture of a student of love. In this guided conversation, part of - [Craft-a-long Movie Night!](https://www.popville.com/events/craft-a-long-movie-night-24932/) - DC Movie Club and Relume present: The Princess Diaries Craft-a-long! Join us at Hook Hall on Friday, May 8th for a special screening of The Princess Diaries! Doors open at 6:30 and the screening starts at 7:30. Your $25 ticket covers the cost of entry and one drink from the bar. Relume will provide some - [Game Night and Mocktails](https://www.popville.com/events/game-night-and-mocktails-24923/) - Come for the games, stay for the mocktails. Try your hand at a variety of board and card games while enjoying our crafted mocktails and maybe meeting a few new friends along the way. Join us for a relaxed and fun evening with over 20 board games to choose from-classic favorites, new discoveries, and everything - [Profs & Pints DC: Demography as Destiny](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-demography-as-destiny-24918/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Demography as Destiny,” on understanding the links between population trends and world events, with John Rennie Short, geographer, professor emeritus of public policy at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and author of Demography and the Making of the Modern World: Public Policies and Demographic Forces. The size of a - [Christalis Superhero 5K Run/Walk](https://www.popville.com/events/christalis-superhero-5k-runwalk-24911/) - The Christalis Superhero 5K Run/Walk is a family-friendly event for all ages and fitness levels. Run, walk, or cheer while supporting vulnerable children in Uganda. Enjoy a timed race, a Little Hero Dash, and fun activities for kids—costumes encouraged! - [Crackin Up Queer Comedy](https://www.popville.com/events/crackin-up-queer-comedy-24905/) - Crackin' Up is for LGBTQIA+ comedians to try out material. Come hang out, bring a friend, and enjoy the funniest comics in the DMV for free! - [Pottery on P St](https://www.popville.com/events/pottery-on-p-st-24902/) - Beautiful handmade pottery featuring various vendors on P St. NW between 20th and 22nd St. - [Pancakes & Booze Art Show](https://www.popville.com/events/pancakes-booze-art-show-24899/) - The Washington D.C. Pancakes & Booze Art Show D.C.'s Pop-Up Underground Art Show is BACK on May 16th, 2026 at Penn Social. Come experience one of the largest pop-up art movements to hit North America over the past decade. Celebrate +15 years serving FREE PANCAKES and introducing you to some of the nation's leading emerging - ["You'll See..." | James Joyce's Ulysses for Children & Families](https://www.popville.com/events/youll-see-james-joyces-ulysses-for-children-families-24898/) - What if Ulysses was playful, visual, and totally captivating? Through live performance, intricate paper design, and an original score, Leopold Bloom's legendary one-day journey across Dublin comes vividly to life in a way you’ve never seen before. Solas Nua and Atlas Performing Arts Center are proud to present Branar's "You'll See..." on Saturday, May 16 - ["You'll See..." | James Joyce's Ulysses for Children & Families](https://www.popville.com/events/youll-see-james-joyces-ulysses-for-children-families-24897/) - What if Ulysses was playful, visual, and totally captivating? Through live performance, intricate paper design, and an original score, Leopold Bloom's legendary one-day journey across Dublin comes vividly to life in a way you’ve never seen before. Solas Nua, in association with Spooky Action Theater and Keegan Theatre, are proud to present Branar's "You'll See..." - [The Stage at Union Station presents Randolph Strings](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-randolph-strings-24896/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Taking place during Union Station in Bloom, visit unionstationdc.com for more events celebrating the district’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival and spring season. - [Profs & Pints DC: Artemis II and Beyond](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-artemis-ii-and-beyond-24890/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Artemis II and Beyond,” on how the recent space mission fits into long-term plans for the Moon, with Michael J. Neufeld, retired senior curator for the Space History Department of the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum. NASA’s recent, spectacular Artemis II mission is a sign that the United States - [Trolley Trail Day Night at the Museum Rock Concert](https://www.popville.com/events/trolley-trail-day-night-at-the-museum-rock-concert-24887/) - For the 3rd year in a row, close out Trolley Trail Day with an epic wrap party at the College Park Aviation Museum! This year Sara B & the Backline will start the party with rock, country, and soul classics, followed by Laundry World+College Park Chorale for special 'one-night only' iconic hits. All killer, no - [Trolley Trail Day](https://www.popville.com/events/trolley-trail-day-24886/) - Join the communities of College Park, Riverdale Park, Hyattsville, North Brentwood, Brentwood, and Mount Rainier for a full day of activities to celebrate the Rhode Island Avenue Trolley Trail and its connection to the regional trail network in the DMV. Come experience the Route 1 Corridor's communities and see all the amenities and unique local - [Weekend Friend + Dogs with Hats w/ Lookout](https://www.popville.com/events/weekend-friend-dogs-with-hats-w-lookout-24889/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Dogs with Hats Born from the basement-show circuit of 2010s Chicago, Dogs with Hats delivers a raw, driving brand of garage rock that sits somewhere between suburban rebellion and big-city polish. Anchored by the chant-like hooks of "Almost Famous," the trio—Sam Shrier, Ryan Jennings, and - [Duck Pond Party](https://www.popville.com/events/duck-pond-party-24888/) - Join us at the Southwest Duck Pond for a free, family-friendly celebration filled with live music, BBQ, and duck-themed fun. Enjoy games, creative activities, giveaways, and hands-on stations for all ages—from a duck race to bubbles and balloon art. It’s a lively day of community, food, and entertainment you won’t want to miss. - [Kid Again • Bluebelt w/ Marti](https://www.popville.com/events/kid-again-bluebelt-w-marti-24885/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Kid Again For Fans of: Big Thief, boygenius, Beirut, Sharon Van Etten, Slow Pulp Hailing from the Hudson Valley and the DMV, Kid Again is a long way from home in Los Angeles, where they’re now based. Mike, kt, and Theo met in college and - [Static & Starlight: FINAL IMAGES w/ Dionjala • Some Nobodies • Sentiment](https://www.popville.com/events/static-starlight-final-images-w-dionjala-some-nobodies-sentiment-24883/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Final Images For Fans of: The 1975, The Cure, Paramore FINAL IMAGES is the love child of D.C. native Miina Garon and L.A. native Brandon Hanzlick. Pioneering their self-defined genre ‘Halo Noir,’ the duo fuses indie and alternative textures with layered guitars and haunting vocals, - [Sundyr w/ DE4DSET • Undoll](https://www.popville.com/events/sundyr-w-de4dset-undoll-24882/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Sundyr For Fans Of: Boris, King Woman, and Monolord Featuring veterans of the DC regional hard rock and prog scenes, Sundyr is a doom metal trio of heavy riffs and heavy hearts. With Death Metal lyrics at sludge metal tempos, Ian Mabley (A Shrewdness of - [Cash on the Nail + NEON GRLZ w/ Lud Roes](https://www.popville.com/events/cash-on-the-nail-neon-grlz-w-lud-roes-24881/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Cash On The Nail For Fans of: The Dischord Records catalogue, Title Fight, Uranium Club, Silverbacks Cash on the Nail is a punk rock trio from DC that the Washington City Paper describes as "feeling like lighting the fuse on a fireworks display." The band - [The Sebastions w/ Boy Grapes • Tangible Ego](https://www.popville.com/events/the-sebastions-w-boy-grapes-tangible-ego-24880/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — The Sebastions For Fans of: The Strokes, Velvet Underground, The Stooges, Radiohead The Sebastions are a 5-piece alternative rock band from the DMV. Their guitar heavy sound is reminiscent of classic rock acts like Velvet Underground as well as more modern acts such as Radiohead - [Grand Opening of The Source: Where Curiosity Sparks Discovery](https://www.popville.com/events/grand-opening-of-the-source-where-curiosity-sparks-discovery-24879/) - Take part in a full day of free family-friendly fun and performances to celebrate the opening of The Source: Where Curiosity Sparks Discovery. Enjoy activities highlighting Library materials and staff specialists, and performances. Join an author talk with bestselling co-creators Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud as they discuss their middle grade graphic novel, "The Cartoonists - [Ward 5 Family Biking - May Ride to Right Proper Kitchen!](https://www.popville.com/events/ward-5-family-biking-may-ride-to-right-proper-kitchen-24873/) - Join us May 17th at 10:30am at Alethia Tanner Park for a fully-marshalled, police-escorted, family-friendly ride to the brand new Right Proper Kitchen for storytime! We'll be joined by Elissa Silverman, at-large special election candidate, for a meet-and-greet! - [National Bike to School Day: Taylor St NE Bike Bus!](https://www.popville.com/events/national-bike-to-school-day-taylor-st-ne-bike-bus-24871/) - Join students from a dozen local schools along the future Taylor Street Bike Lanes on Bike to School Day! This volunteer-marshaled ride will start at the corner of South Dakota Ave and Taylor Street NE at 8am on Wednesday, 5/6/26. Students will branch off towards their respective schools as we go (Bunker Hill, Shining Stars, - [Profs & Pints DC: Popes and Politics](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-popes-and-politics-24846/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Popes and Politics,” on the history of clashes between pontiffs and world leaders, with Vanessa Corcoran, medieval historian at Georgetown University and scholar of the history of the Roman Catholic church. President Trump recently shocked many by unleashing personal attacks on Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pope, in a - [Strength & Softness Memorial Day Weekend Yoga Retreat](https://www.popville.com/events/strength-softness-memorial-day-weekend-yoga-retreat-24834/) - Join Mindful Movement DC this Memorial Day Weekend for a 3 night yoga retreat to rebalance strength & softness in our lives! During this weekend in the woods, we will create a sacred space to nourish and embrace our whole selves through yoga, meditation, journaling, time in nature, and community building. Event led by: Rachel - [The Thank Me Later Comedy Show featuring Russell!](https://www.popville.com/events/the-thank-me-later-comedy-show-featuring-russell-24831/) - The "Thank Me Later" Comedy Show is hosted by DMV Favorite comedian Dom Grayer and features comedians seen on Comedy Central, Netflix, Amazon, HBO, etc. This month we'll be hosting a hilarious comedy show featuring the hilarious Jamal Russell! Jamal Russell is a stand-up comedian based in Washington, D.C. He was a top-three finalist in - [The Stage at Union Station presents DC Monumental Strings](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-dc-monumental-strings-24813/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. DC Monumental Strings, led by Amy Domingues, is a Washington, D.C.–based ensemble that brings together accomplished musicians to perform a wide range - [Designer Furniture & Décor Warehouse Sale, May 30–31](https://www.popville.com/events/designer-furniture-dcor-warehouse-sale-may-3031-24709/) - Once a year we open the warehouse just for you. Inside: a designer-curated mix of expressive new pieces and vintage finds on sale up to 75% off from the Lisa & Leroy collection. Bring photos and measurements. Our interior design team will be on hand to help you choose pieces that work for your space - [Hardy Middle School 5K Fun Run](https://www.popville.com/events/hardy-middle-school-5k-fun-run-24819/) - Students, parents, caregivers, siblings and Hardy staff are all invited to join us for Hardy Middle School's annual 5K run. ALL abilities are welcome - walkers, runners, and joggers. The race will be held RAIN OR SHINE! Hardy has partnered with Fletcher's Cove Parkrun for this race. Please be there by 8:45am so we can - [Acton Children's Business Fair of Washington, DC](https://www.popville.com/events/acton-childrens-business-fair-of-washington-dc-24817/) - Visit this outdoor market where children ages 6-14 become entrepreneurs for a day. Shop homemade soap, beaded bracelets, pottery, and other handmade treasures! Rain date May 16. - [Stargazing at the National Air and Space Museum](https://www.popville.com/events/stargazing-at-the-national-air-and-space-museum-24816/) - Take a look through our telescopes while you’re out exploring Washington, DC. Join us outside the Museum at the corner of Independence Ave and 7th Street SW, near the silver Delta Solar sculpture, and see the wonders of the night sky. Experienced people will help you to use different telescopes to observe a variety of - [The Stage at Union Station presents Pique Collective](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-pique-collective-24815/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Pique Collective specializes in contemporary classical, ambient, and meditative soundscapes. For this performance, a trio of flute (Stephanie Ray), guitar (Jeremy Lyons), - [One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure](https://www.popville.com/events/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure-24810/) - In this free planetarium show, join Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from "Zhima Jie," the Chinese co-production of Sesame Street. Together they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They also journey - [Author Talk: Simon Elegant — City on Fire](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-simon-elegant-city-on-fire-24793/) - A police detective in Hong Kong races to solve a vicious murder, while the city around him teeters on the brink of destruction. Hong Kong is a city ablaze—its streets filled with protesters, its government in crisis, its people torn between rage and fear of what defiance might cost. At the center stands Superintendent Killian - [Author Talk: Soman Chainani - Young World](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-soman-chainani-young-world-24786/) - About the Book: A teenager has been elected President of the United States, sparking a global revolution of young leaders — until eight of the world's most powerful nations are led by teenagers. At their first summit in Sweden, they face the monumental task of setting a new course for history. But the first night, - [Author Event: Lori Carlson-Hijuelos](https://www.popville.com/events/author-event-lori-carlson-hijuelos-24787/) - A uniquely styled memoir that blends fiction and nonfiction to illuminate the love, faith, and artistry of two American writers. In December 1998, novelist Oscar Hijuelos and writer/editor Lori Marie Carlson were married in the Riverside Church in New York City. One love story, one Pulitzer Prize, and one untimely death later, Lori is left - [Author Talk: Steven J. Ross — The Secret War Against Hate](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-steven-j-ross-the-secret-war-against-hate-24798/) - From the author of Pulitzer Prize finalist Hitler in Los Angeles, the definitive story of the intrepid activists and spies who fought against a resurgent movement of hate in America-a book that "should be read by every American who wants to know how courageous men and women can resist hatred." (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) Americans - [Author Talk: J. Hunter Bennett — More Punk Than the Public Library](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-j-hunter-bennett-more-punk-than-the-public-library-24797/) - The DC punk scene meets Little Free Libraries. Hilarious, vibrant, magically drawing cohesion between divergent themes, brimming with endorsements of the best music and books you haven't heard or read yet. J. Hunter Bennett, author of The Prodigal Rogerson and Upside-Down Punks, started a little free punk rock bookstore during the pandemic outside his house - [Author Talk: Derrick Palmer — HANDBOOK FOR THE REVOLUTION](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-derrick-palmer-handbook-for-the-revolution-24796/) - From the cofounder of the Amazon Labor Union, a definitive how-to guide to workplace organizing told through a David vs. Goliath chronicle for the ages. On April 1, 2022, the Amazon warehouse known as JFK8, in Staten Island, notched an improbable victory when its workers voted to become the company’s first unionized facility. Miraculously, a - [Author Talk: John Garrison Marks — Thy Will Be Done](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-john-garrison-marks-thy-will-be-done-24795/) - How should we remember George Washington's entanglement in slavery? Americans have argued over that question for nearly 250 years. More than any other Founding Father, Washington's ties to slavery have vexed us. He enslaved more people than any of his fellow founders, yet he was the only one of them to emancipate the people he - [Logan Market](https://www.popville.com/events/logan-market-24792/) - Announcing the first installment of the Logan Market! Starting in May, every first Sunday of the month shoppers will be able to browse Logan Circle’s newest monthly creative and vintage market. Logan Circle Main Street, in partnership with K-Bird, Barrel House Cafe & Bar, and Emily of LOVERS Plant Studio & Wares, is excited to - [Author Talk: Elizabeth Poliner — Spinning at the Edges](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-elizabeth-poliner-spinning-at-the-edges-24791/) - From the author of the acclaimed As Close to Us as Breathing, a captivating novel steeped in history, revealing the bonds of family and community, and the healing powers hidden inside broken hearts. For much of her adult life Ruth Pearl has lived in the small New England town of Wells, Connecticut, on the shore - [Washington National Cathedral Flower Mart](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-national-cathedral-flower-mart-24790/) - Our 87th year- The beloved spring tradition is back! Join us on May 1st and 2nd from 10 am-6 pm at All Hallows Guild’s Annual Flower Mart, one of the biggest yearly events held at the Cathedral. There’s something for everyone! Free! - [Author Talk: Isaac Fitzgerald — American Rambler](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-isaac-fitzgerald-american-rambler-24789/) - New York Times bestselling author Isaac Fitzgerald sets off to the heart of America, following the path of the legendary Johnny Appleseed on an epic journey that both takes him far from home and brings him closer to it. “It’s a difficult thing, to separate legend from story from memory from fact.” As a child, - [Author Talk: Simone Stolzoff — How to Not Know](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-simone-stolzoff-how-to-not-know-24788/) - A guide to dealing with uncertainty at a time when our lives have never felt less certain. From our careers to our politics to our personal lives, the future is unknown. And yet, our capacity to tolerate this uncertainty is in decline. How to Not Know will help you prepare for—and even appreciate—the uncertainty that - [Author Talk: Lerone Martin — Young King](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-lerone-martin-young-king-24785/) - From a preeminent King scholar, the origin story of the man, minister, and civil rights hero who would lead the nation and change the world. We know who Martin Luther King, Jr. became, but who was he at the beginning of his life? How did his youth inform his outlook and his approach to activism - [Author Talk: Hasan Dudar — Carryout](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-hasan-dudar-carryout-24784/) - In the late 1970s, Ziad Idilbi, a Palestinian refugee from Lebanon, marries Salma, a Lebanese refugee escaping the war in Beirut. Resolving to start over for the very last time, the couple opens a corner store in Toledo, Ohio, across from the General Motors factory, where Toledo’s Arab community intermingles with the working class. Over - [Annual MFA American University Graduate Reading](https://www.popville.com/events/annual-mfa-american-university-graduate-reading-24783/) - Congratulate A.U.’s most recent Master of Fine Arts graduates as these accomplished poets and fiction writers present their work. This event will be hosted by Teri Ellen Cross Davis, a Black American poet and the author of a more perfect Union (Mad Creek Books, 2021), winner of the Charles B. Wheeler Poetry Prize, and Haint - [Book Talk: Michelle Jabès Corpora - She Knows the Names](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-michelle-jabs-corpora-she-knows-the-names-24782/) - About the Book: The sequel to the *INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER His Face Is the Sun. Fresh to the throne, the cunning new pharaoh schemes to bring unprecedented power to the Kingdom of Khetara. He commands absolute allegiance, leaving bloodshed in his wake as he searches for the missing Princess Sitamun, and at his - [Author Talk: Jonathan Woollen — SUPERSTARS](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-jonathan-woollen-superstars-24781/) - One of the premier French cult novels of the last thirty years, a tender and combative portrait of Paris’s queer rave scene in the 90s — for fans of Virginie Despentes and Gary Indiana. Louise is a woman in her early thirties with a record contract, colorful roommates, and a passionate, volatile relationship with the - [Author Event: Dr. Michael Auslin — National Treasure](https://www.popville.com/events/author-event-dr-michael-auslin-national-treasure-24780/) - The inspiring story of the Declaration of Independence—the first to take us from its drafting by Thomas Jefferson to today—charting the many lives of a document that captures the soul of America and has united generations around its defiant ideals, published for the 250th anniversary of America’s founding. Quiet and politically untested, Thomas Jefferson was - [Author Talk: Ralph Remington — Penetrating Whiteness](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-ralph-remington-penetrating-whiteness-24779/) - At a time when America faces escalating racial tensions, the re-emergence of white nationalist movements, and growing threats to democracy, Ralph Remington's Penetrating Whiteness is an urgently needed clarion call. This powerful and timely collection of essays offers piercing insights into the realities of racism, sexism, homophobia, and the damaging legacy of Donald Trump's divisive - [Author Talk: Michael Nayak — Sentient - with Erica Hines](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-michael-nayak-sentient-with-erica-hines-24778/) - Extinction Horizon meets Contagion in this sequel to 2025’s sci-fi thriller Symbiote, where the biological threat has escaped the South Pole and is now wreaking havoc upon Antarctica. The survivors of the South Pole massacre will find that getting off the Antarctic continent may cost them their lives… Months after the events of Symbiote, sunrise - [Author Talk: TZ Layton - The Academy VI (Cleveland Park Public Library)](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-tz-layton-the-academy-vi-cleveland-park-public-library-24775/) - About the Book: Fresh off his success with the junior national soccer team, Leo K. Doyle is back in England and playing for the U16s, where he'll be a newbie all over again. Will Leo get any playing time? Can he work his way into a starting lineup filled with older, bigger, and more experienced - [Author Talk: Dylan Landis — List of All Possible Desires](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-dylan-landis-list-of-all-possible-desires-24777/) - A dazzling novel in stories from a master of the form that follows the Royal family across generations of obsession, betrayal, and reinvention. For fans of Mary Gaitskill and Lauren Groff. In postwar Paris, a boy is seduced by his mysterious nanny into a world of adult secrets. In 1950s New York, a young caretaker - [Author Talk: Lawrence Douglas — The Criminal State](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-lawrence-douglas-the-criminal-state-24776/) - Praise for Douglas: "[M]asterful. . . . [D]eftly delivers disquisitions on nuanced legal questions as if they were plot points in a thriller, making his demanding book a pleasure even for readers unschooled in the particulars of international law." ― The Wall Street Journal Named one of the 30 most anticipated books of 2026 by - [Author Talk: TZ Layton - The Academy VI: Rise of the Scorpions](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-tz-layton-the-academy-vi-rise-of-the-scorpions-24774/) - About the Book: Fresh off his success with the junior national soccer team, Leo K. Doyle is back in England and playing for the U16s, where he'll be a newbie all over again. Will Leo get any playing time? Can he work his way into a starting lineup filled with older, bigger, and more experienced - [Politics and Prose Spring Sidewalk Sale](https://www.popville.com/events/politics-and-prose-spring-sidewalk-sale-24767/) - It's time for our Spring Sidewalk Sale! Swing by to pick up discounted books, cards, puzzles, and more. - [Free recital](https://www.popville.com/events/free-recital-24769/) - ​Dr. Stephen Ackert will perform music by Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, and Iranian-American composer Golnoush Khaleghi on the Richard Howell tracker organ and Steinway piano at Georgetown Lutheran Church at 4 pm Sunday, May 3, as part of the continuing recital series "The Well-Tempered Clavier as Bach Might Have Heard It." The church is at 1556 - [Last Day to Register for Summer Social Sport Leagues](https://www.popville.com/events/last-day-to-register-for-summer-social-sport-leagues-24765/) - Savor the summer with DC Fray social sports leagues! Our summer season is coming up fast – sign up by midnight on Tuesday, June 23rd to get in on any or all of your favorite leagues. Choose from basketball, pickleball, cornhole, volleyball, softball, skeeball, bocce, flag football + more! Fraylife+ members can now register FREE - [If Walls Could Tell Jokes at Big Bear Cafe](https://www.popville.com/events/if-walls-could-tell-jokes-at-big-bear-cafe-24755/) - Overview True stories. Told funny. 6 Comedians delve into hilarious stories in an intimate and fun neighbourhood gem. True stories. Told funny. 6 Comedians delve into hilarious stories in an intimate and fun neighbourhood gem. IF THESE WALLS COULD JOKE is an intimate comedy experience where the rustic brick walls (and you) hear everything—and keep - [Visions & Voices: Stories on the Screen](https://www.popville.com/events/visions-voices-stories-on-the-screen-24753/) - The Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center will present a film program highlighting the stories that continue to shape American history, commemorating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month and America’s 250th anniversary. The three-day program features documentaries and narrative films, including Waterman – Duke: Ambassador of Aloha, A Tale of Three Chinatowns, - [Perfect Liars Club (August 12)](https://www.popville.com/events/perfect-liars-club-august-12-24749/) - Four storytellers. Four stories. Three are true. One is a lie. Can you spot the liar? Welcome to Perfect Liars Club—a night of hilarious storytelling, bold lies, and audience sleuthing. At each show, four people take the stage to tell wildly entertaining, hard-to-believe stories. Three are true. One is complete fiction. When the storytelling ends, - [Author Talk: Morgan Radford — NOW THEN](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-morgan-radford-now-then-24748/) - In this sweeping debut novel by NBC News Anchor Morgan Radford, Now Then follows a Harvard student navigating her own path to self-discovery while uncovering her mother’s secret past fleeing the Cuban Revolution. Now — 1991 Cambridge, MA. Liliana Soto Walker is an 18-year-old freshman who arrives at Harvard from the humble Appalachian home of - [Author Talk: Douglas Stuart — John of John](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-douglas-stuart-john-of-john-24747/) - From the Booker Prize-winning and New York Times bestselling author of Shuggie Bain and Young Mungo comes a vivid, moving novel following a young man returning to his Hebridean island home, a portrait of a father's expectations and a son's desires Out of money and with little to show for his art school education, John-Calum - [Author Talk: Scott Simon — Ulysses S. Cat and Other Animals I Have Known](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-scott-simon-ulysses-s-cat-and-other-animals-i-have-known-24746/) - From the beloved host of NPR’s Weekend Edition Saturday, moving tales of the marvelous animals who have crossed his path. Scott Simon’s household does not make much distinction between humans and other animals. Whether two legged or four, flesh-covered, fur-covered, feathered, or gilled—everyone is family. Today, the beloved radio host lives with the haiku-writing and - [Author Talk: David Epstein — INSIDE THE BOX](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-david-epstein-inside-the-box-24745/) - How to do more with less and use limits to stimulate creativity, innovation, and collaboration, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Range We live in a world that gives us seemingly infinite choices and values freedom above all else. The irony is that total freedom can be paralyzing, and unlimited resources don’t - [Book Talk: Omer Aziz — Shadows of the Republic](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-omer-aziz-shadows-of-the-republic-24744/) - What is driving the rise of fascism--and how can we stop it? In this singular investigation into the sinister realms of fascism and its many guises, Omer Aziz, author of the acclaimed Brown Boy and contributing writer for the Boston Globe, sets out to answer the question: Why are so many young people like him - [Author Talk: Roland Betancourt — DISNEYLAND AND THE RISE AUTOMATION](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-roland-betancourt-disneyland-and-the-rise-automation-24743/) - A history of the engineering marvels behind one of America's most innovative and beloved entertainment experiences When Disneyland opened to the public in 1955, it demystified the hidden world of factory automation through its extraordinary new attractions. In this fascinating book, Roland Betancourt tells the story of how the visionary engineers and designers at Disney - [Author Talk: Christopher Kondrich & David Baker](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-christopher-kondrich-david-baker-24742/) - Tread Upon- by turns tender and furious, and wholly original--attempts to depict the various scales upon which climate change unfolds around us. Bold, incisive, and wholly original, Christopher Kondrich's Tread Upon explores the social, political, religious, and economic drivers behind the chronic devaluation of the living world. In this book-length sequence, in which each section - [Author Talk: Lillian Li — Bad Asians](https://www.popville.com/events/author-talk-lillian-li-bad-asians-24741/) - From the acclaimed author of Number One Chinese Restaurant comes an affecting novel about an unforgettable group of friends trying to make their way in the world without losing themselves, or one another. Diana, Justin, Errol, and Vivian were always told that success is guaranteed by following a simple checklist. They worked hard, got A's, - [Book Talk: Linford D. Fisher — Stealing America](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-linford-d-fisher-stealing-america-24740/) - “An indispensable book, as intellectually provocative as it is emotionally wrenching.” —Greg Grandin¸ author of the Pulitzer Prize–winning The End of the Myth Although the first enslaved Africans arrived in Jamestown in 1619, European slavery in America began more than a century before. In a work distinguished not only by its original research but by - [Book Talk: Jonathan Cheng — Korean Messiah](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-jonathan-cheng-korean-messiah-24739/) - A landmark history of North Korea, told through the rise of the Kim dynasty and its surprising ties to American Christianity—a spectacular, penetrating account of the Hermit Kingdom • A Foreign Policy Most Anticipated Book of 2026 For nearly eight decades, North Korea has marched defiantly to its own beat, shaking off its Soviet and - [Greek Fine Wine, Craft-Brew, and Spirits Tasting Event that Plants Trees!](https://www.popville.com/events/greek-fine-wine-craft-brew-and-spirits-tasting-event-that-plants-trees-24734/) - Join us for an enjoyable evening tasting a wide variety of wines, spirits, craft brews, and other beverages from the Land of the Hellenes... all to benefit the trees! We have brought together an impressive collection of brands that are committed to sustainability, and a splendid time is guaranteed for all. ForestPlanet is a 501(c)3 - [Silent Book Club of Death](https://www.popville.com/events/silent-book-club-of-death-24729/) - The DC Death Collective will host special guest, Death Project Manager, for a special pop up Silent Book Club of Death – a book club for introverts! Like book clubs, but want to read your own book? Want to reflect on your mortality in the company of polite bookworms? Looking for an anti-social social club, - [Summer of '94 Advance Film Screening](https://www.popville.com/events/summer-of-94-advance-film-screening-24726/) - Join us for an advance screening of Summer of ’94, the new documentary about the U.S. Men’s National Team’s improbable journey to the 1994 FIFA World Cup, and the history they were never meant to make. Through never-before-seen camcorder footage and new interviews with Alexi Lalas, Cobi Jones, John Harkes, Tony Meola, and coach Bora - [Punch Party Fundraiser for Migrant Solidarity Mutual Aid](https://www.popville.com/events/punch-party-fundraiser-for-migrant-solidarity-mutual-aid-24714/) - Migrant Solidarity Mutual Aid recently celebrated our 4 year anniversary and are throwing a party to raise money for our community. 100% of proceeds from this fundraiser will go directly to migrant families in the DMV. A little about us - we were founded in 2022 in response to the Governor of Texas busing asylum - [Phoebe's Fight 2026](https://www.popville.com/events/phoebes-fight-2026-24722/) - Phoebe’s Fight is here, and in the 12 months since we last held this fundraiser, this little girl, and all of the patients afflicted with Syngap-1, have been fighting BIGTIME. They fight multiple daily seizures, hypotonia and mobility disabilities; self-injurious and aggressive behaviors; sensory processing disorder; severe communication challenges; and, as a result of these - [Meditation in the Galleries](https://www.popville.com/events/meditation-in-the-galleries-24721/) - Join instructor Jeneen Piccuirro for a forty-five minute guided meditation with crystal singing bowls in our indoor Terrace Gallery. Seating will be provided, so please mark on your reservation if you prefer a chair or a mat. Water bottles and yoga mats are not permitted inside the Museum. Meditation will take place in our indoor - [Yoga in the Sculpture Garden](https://www.popville.com/events/yoga-in-the-sculpture-garden-24720/) - Join instructor Jeneen Piccuirro for a one hour all-levels yoga practice in our serene outdoor Sculpture Garden. Know before you go: Please bring your own yoga mat, water, and any other yoga props you wish to use. During practice, the use of cell phones and taking photos/videos is strictly prohibited. This class will be held - [DC Kid Power’s Taste of the Garden Gala (May 14)](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-kid-powers-taste-of-the-garden-gala-may-14-24716/) - Looking for something different to do in DC? DC Kid Power’s 13th Annual Taste of the Garden Gala on May 14 brings together food, community, and youth talent for an interactive evening. Watch young chefs take the lead in live cooking showcases, enjoy tastings, an open bar, and a silent auction—all while supporting programs that - [Art & Crystal Sound Bowls: A Neurographic Art Workshop](https://www.popville.com/events/art-crystal-sound-bowls-a-neurographic-art-workshop-24719/) - In this outdoor art workshop, sound & visual artist Jeneen Piccuirro will use crystal bowls to bring us into a meditative state and guide us through a neurographic art making process. In neurographic art, we use free flowing lines to create organic patterns from a place of fun, curiosity and intuition. In this form of - [Cinco de Mayo Block Party](https://www.popville.com/events/cinco-de-mayo-block-party-24715/) - Join us for a day filled with celebration, performances, and activations to celebrate Cinco de Mayo! 🎉 It’s time! Northeast DC’s favorite Cinco de Mayo celebration returns to Bryant Street Market! 🇲🇽 🌟 Saturday, May 2nd 🛍️ Dreamers Collective Market 1PM – 7PM 🎶 Bryant Street Block Party + DJ 1PM – 10PM 👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly - [Jazz at The Kreeger | Flavio Silva/Bruce Williams 4tet](https://www.popville.com/events/jazz-at-the-kreeger-flavio-silvabruce-williams-4tet-24712/) - In collaboration with Elijah Jamal Balbed, The Kreeger Museum is honored and thrilled to present Jazz at The Kreeger, a series that furthers our mission to share music across the city. Now in its sixth year, this series supports and spotlights the wealth of musical talent in our metropolitan area. - [Bloomingdale Community Day 2026!](https://www.popville.com/events/bloomingdale-community-day-2026-24707/) - The 2026 Bloomingdale Community Day is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, in Crispus Attucks Park (Washington, D.C.), serving as the park's largest annual fundraiser. The event features live music, local vendors, artisan stalls, and the annual dog show, celebrating the neighborhood and supporting park maintenance. - [Petals & Pop: Cherry Blossom Market & MJ Tribute](https://www.popville.com/events/petals-pop-cherry-blossom-market-mj-tribute-24698/) - DMV, this is your stop. metrobar is going Off the Wall to close out cherry blossom season — where the drinks pop, the petals fall, and the dancefloor doesn’t stop ‘til you get enough. We’ve teamed up with Artbae to bring you a full-on blossom market meets Michael Jackson tribute, for an all day takeover. - [Chacho Station: A Spicy Pop-up at metrobar](https://www.popville.com/events/chacho-station-a-spicy-pop-up-at-metrobar-24676/) - Pull in to metrobar’s newest new stop, Chacho Station! Get ready to turn up the heat with Chacho's jalapeño kick and warm weather vibes at this spicy new pop-up. Starting April 17 thru May 22, Chacho – DC's beloved spicy jalapeño liquor – is pulling in to metrobar with tasting flights, specialty cocktails, photo-ops, and - [Bringing People Mixes (BPM): Music & Cocktail Pop-Up from DJ Nah FR](https://www.popville.com/events/bringing-people-mixes-bpm-music-cocktail-pop-up-from-dj-nah-fr-24690/) - DJ Nah FR is calling all passengers: grab your crew and pull in to metrobar on Friday 4/24, it’s time to party! In this month's edition of BPM (Bringing People Mixes), join DJ Nah FR, DJ Pae Me, and DJ YC for a colorful and eclectic come-as-you-are celebration of Taurus season. Enjoy sips from the - [Lesson Zero plays Afterlife 360](https://www.popville.com/events/lesson-zero-plays-afterlife-360-24675/) - April 25 from 8 to 12:00. Admission is free and parking is available. For more information, see www.youtuybe.com/lessonzero - [Atlas Arts Lab presents Eva Lewis](https://www.popville.com/events/atlas-arts-lab-presents-eva-lewis-24672/) - Atlas Arts Lab presents Eva Lewis: Help Wanted: Looking for a Black Woman We depend on Black women whether it be when we least expect it, at our worst, for an election, or to razzle dazzle our lives. This show dives into the hilarity, awkwardness, and fun of how Black women show up in today’s - [Atlas Arts Lab presents Kyoko Fujimoto](https://www.popville.com/events/atlas-arts-lab-presents-kyoko-fujimoto-24667/) - Atlas Arts Lab presents Kyoko Fujimoto Atlas Arts Lab is a program of the Atlas Performing Arts Center that provides a platform for individual artists to develop new work and to serve the community through engagement initiatives that encourage civic dialogue and community cohesion. The program facilitates artistic growth and development for artists whose work - [Atlas Arts Lab presents Rola Z](https://www.popville.com/events/atlas-arts-lab-presents-rola-z-24666/) - Atlas Arts Lab presents ROLA Z: Make America Home MAKE AMERICA HOME is an experiential one-woman show blending stand-up comedy, storytelling, and audience engagement to explore humor as resilience in the face of displacement, aging with audacity, collective healing, the body as witness, and the true meaning of home. Guest performers are also featured, fostering - [Atlas Arts Lab presents Angel Ramirez](https://www.popville.com/events/atlas-arts-lab-presents-angel-ramirez-24664/) - Atlas Arts Lab presents Angel Ramirez: Vamos a bailar? Vamos a bailar? is a dance work that investigates nightlife as a site of community, resilience, and collective release. Translating to “Shall we dance?”, the title invites audiences into a shared space where movement becomes both celebration and refuge. In the midst of ongoing social and - [Mamma Mia! at Jackson-Reed Theater May 15, 16, 22 and 23](https://www.popville.com/events/mamma-mia-at-jackson-reed-theater-may-15-16-22-and-23-24659/) - Get your tickets now for Jackson-Reed Theater’s spring musical, Mamma Mia! ABBA's hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman's search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings three - [KARI Vodka Tasting Experience](https://www.popville.com/events/kari-vodka-tasting-experience-24650/) - On Wednesday, April 29th at 7 PM, The Fountain Inn hosts a Kari Vodka Tasting Experience with the brand’s Founder & CEO, Karen Sherman, featuring cocktail pours and storytelling around its farm-to-bottle Rwandan craft vodka, which just debuted in the United States in DC, this past November 2025. The evening includes paired bites from Chef - [District Clay's Spring Pottery Sale](https://www.popville.com/events/district-clays-spring-pottery-sale-24643/) - On Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17, District Clay Center will be hosting our annual Spring Pottery Sale! The sale will take place from 11-5 PM at 2414 Douglas St NE. Our sale this year includes more than 20 local potters making unique ceramic art in DC. Hosted right in our studio, the sale is a - [Afternoon Matinee Movie - Under the Tuscan Sun (BlackRock Center For The Arts)](https://www.popville.com/events/afternoon-matinee-movie-under-the-tuscan-sun-blackrock-center-for-the-arts-24638/) - Join us for a delightful Sunday afternoon at the BlackRock Center for the Arts as Cruise Planners Beth & Rod present a special travel-inspired matinee featuring the beloved film Under the Tuscan Sun. Date & Time: Sunday, May 31 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Arrival: 2:45 PM for the best seats Arrive early and - [Profs & Pints DC: How AI Alters Thinking](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-how-ai-alters-thinking-24634/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “How AI Alters Thinking,” on dealing with artificial intelligence’s capacity to change and undermine our thought processes, with Eli Alshanetsky, assistant professor of philosophy at Temple University, principle investigator at its Cognitive Integrity Lab, and author of an upcoming book on AI and freedom of thought. Doctors who give bad - [AI & Art: Creativity, Ethics, and the Future of Cultural Work](https://www.popville.com/events/ai-art-creativity-ethics-and-the-future-of-cultural-work-24635/) - Can AI create or does it just imitate? The reality is, the conversation is already happening: only now, you’re a part of it. Presented by Edutainment Productions in partnership with the DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities we're having the discussion when it's needed most. Artificial intelligence is changing how art is made, who - [Colm Tóibín: Stories of Sanctuary | 2026 Cheuse Lecture](https://www.popville.com/events/colm-tibn-stories-of-sanctuary-2026-cheuse-lecture-24631/) - Author Colm Tóibín will be in conversation with German author and journalist Malte Herwig. The lecture is part of a series focused on the literature of ethics and sanctuary, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Alan Cheuse International Writers Center. This lecture, celebrating 10 years of the Cheuse Center, is part of a specially curated - [18th Annual Columbia Heights Day](https://www.popville.com/events/18th-annual-columbia-heights-day-24630/) - Columbia Heights Day is an annual neighborhood festival celebrating the vibrant community, culture, and small businesses of Columbia Heights. Now in its 18th year, the event features a lively mix of local vendors, live entertainment, and interactive activities for all ages—including face painting, tie-dye, karaoke, a dog costume contest, and more. Join us for a - [Is Food Medicine?](https://www.popville.com/events/is-food-medicine-24627/) - Join Corby Kummer, executive director of Food & Society at the Aspen Institute, to hear about the Food is Medicine movement and how it can improve the health of people and communities within DC and beyond. He’ll present the new Food is Medicine Community Action Plan, which centers the essential role of community organizations like - [Pleasant Plains Community Yard Sale](https://www.popville.com/events/pleasant-plains-community-yard-sale-24605/) - Please come visit a multi-house community yard sale in the heart of Pleasant Plains from 10am-4pm on Saturday April 25th! We have a variety of goods including but not limited to: women's clothing, children's clothing, vintage, housewares, furniture, and more! - [Hoʻolauleʻa: Welcoming Kanepo Ka Lua](https://www.popville.com/events/hoolaulea-welcoming-kanepo-ka-lua-24606/) - Join the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian to welcome Kanepo Ka Lua, the museum’s new Western cardinal marker, to Washington, DC with a hoʻolauleʻa (Hawaiian celebration). Free, Saturday, May 16, 11 AM–5 PM. Bring the whole family to celebrate Kanepo Ka Lua with curator tours, music by The Aloha Boys, hula performances by - [June 5 First Friday: Salvage & Cycle](https://www.popville.com/events/june-5-first-friday-salvage-cycle-24602/) - Celebrate bikes, reuse, and summer evenings at our reuse warehouse with live music, food trucks, and drinks in our warehouse and yard. Shop special discounts on salvaged materials and connect with community groups focused on cycling and sustainability. Free and open to all; drinks (21+) and food available for purchase. - [May 1 First Friday: River & Reuse](https://www.popville.com/events/may-1-first-friday-river-reuse-24599/) - Kick off the First Friday season at our reuse warehouse with live music, food trucks, sweet treats, and a laid-back Friday night vibe in our warehouse and yard. Enjoy special discounts on salvaged materials and connect with community groups inspired by the Anacostia River and reuse. Free and open to all; drinks (21+) and food - [Blossoming at the Library](https://www.popville.com/events/blossoming-at-the-library-24582/) - We are looking forward to another great event bringing our community and plant enthusiasts back to Georgetown Neighborhood Library. The third annual Blossoming at the Library starts on April 25 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM. We are planning following activities for adults and children with the cooperation of our partners: Georgetown BID - French - [Mom’s Day Out Returns to The Boro with Flowers and Fun](https://www.popville.com/events/moms-day-out-returns-to-the-boro-with-flowers-and-fun-24575/) - The Boro, Tysons’ premier destination for shopping, dining and lifestyle experiences, invites the community to Mom’s Day Out, a celebration for all the mamas out there featuring flowers, hands-on activities, entertainment and more. Enjoy a spring day with family with the following activities: Flowers for Mom: The first 100 attendees will receive a complimentary mini - [My Kid Could Do That!](https://www.popville.com/events/my-kid-could-do-that-24570/) - Maryanne Pollock gives a talk on abstract art appreciation at Tiny Artspace, where her current exhibition of abstract works on paper, "Improvisations," is on display. This event is free and all are welcome. Light refreshments. - [EU Open House: Embassy of the Czech Republic](https://www.popville.com/events/eu-open-house-embassy-of-the-czech-republic-24560/) - The Embassy of the Czech Republic will open its doors to the public on May 9, 2026, from 10 am to 4 pm, as part of the EU Open House 2026. Come experience wine tastings and the sounds of South Moravia, the Czech region known for its beauty and traditions! Listen to the Polka Brothers - [Hill Family Biking: Grown-ups Bridges Ride](https://www.popville.com/events/hill-family-biking-grown-ups-bridges-ride-24553/) - The Anacostia River Trail and its many bridges have some magical views of DC, so let's ride bike on this 7-mile adventure ending at the Atlas Brew Works in the Bridge District. This ride is for ages 21+. Lights, water bottles, and helmets required. HFB will supply lighted sashes, reflective vests and lights for those - [Hill Family Biking: T(w)een Bridges Ride](https://www.popville.com/events/hill-family-biking-tween-bridges-ride-24552/) - Let's explore the many bridges of the Anacostia on a 7-mile bike adventure and enjoy awesome views and pizza from the Fredrick Douglass Memorial Bridge. Parents welcome, but not required. This ride is for adventurous t(w)eens, 6th grade and up, who agree to follow organizer instructions. Lights, water bottles, and helmets required. HFB will supply - [Harp Ensemble, Prelude Strings, Debut Orchestra & String Ensemble in Concert](https://www.popville.com/events/harp-ensemble-prelude-strings-debut-orchestra-string-ensemble-in-concert-24542/) - Experience the beauty and storytelling power of music in a program that celebrates both youthful artistry and the spirit of America. Featuring Prelude Strings, our youngest musicians, and the Harp Ensemble, the concert opens with performances that reflect the joy and promise of early musical discovery, brought to life through graceful melodies and shimmering textures. - [Tiki Vinyl Night](https://www.popville.com/events/tiki-vinyl-night-24541/) - Wear your Hawaiian shirt, sip on a Mai Tai, and kick back at this retro 1960s tiki bar experience Summer starts early with a 1960s tropical beach party at Tiki on 18th in Adams Morgan. Enjoy a Mai Tai or Zombie while listening to classic tiki, surf, exotica, world, and rock music. DJ Cinema Hearts - [Community Mandalas Art Class](https://www.popville.com/events/community-mandalas-art-class-24532/) - Come create, reflect, and connect with KAMA DC and Neha Misra! In this hands-on workshop, Community Mandalas: Making & Becoming Circles of Our Belonging, Neha (she/her) will guide participants through a brief exploration of the sacred geometry of mandalas, followed by interactive community story circles and colorful mandala-making. Together, we will gather to celebrate the - [Profs & Pints DC: Nightmares and Creativity](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-nightmares-and-creativity-24531/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Nightmares and Creativity,” on the relationship between frightening dreams and real creative achievements, with Bernard Welt, emeritus professor of arts and humanities at George Washington University, former member of the board of the International Association for the Study of Dreams, and contributing editor of DreamTime. Nightmares are associated with creativity—but - [Profs & Pints DC: When Washington Burned](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-when-washington-burned-24528/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “When Washington Burned,” a detailed look at the devastating 1814 British attack on the Capitol, with Denver Brunsman, associate professor of history at George Washington University, lecturer at Mount Vernon, and scholar of the American revolution and early American republic. You’ve probably toured several of Washington’s landmarks, but have you - [Dance Against DOGE - 80s Throwback](https://www.popville.com/events/dance-against-doge-80s-throwback-24515/) - The dismantling of our government has been a long time in the making. Forty years ago, Ronald Reagan helped popularize a message that cast government as the problem. On Saturday, April 25, Dance Against DOGE, a group of individuals who have been protesting & dancing in front of Tesla Showroom Georgetown for over a year, - [Lesson Zero plays Evening Star's Number 9 Lounge](https://www.popville.com/events/lesson-zero-plays-evening-stars-number-9-lounge-24507/) - Oasis recording artist LESSON ZERO plays The Evening Star Cafe's Number 9 Lounge, 2000 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, Va. Friday, May 1 from 8:30 to 10:30 PM. Admission is free and street parking is available. For more information, see www.youtube.com/lessonzero and www.reverbnation.com/lessonzero. - [Gastrosoul presents "Silk Road Suppers" (North Bethesda)](https://www.popville.com/events/gastrosoul-presents-silk-road-suppers-north-bethesda-24506/) - Silk Road Suppers | April 27 | Lao Tze Chuan Dinner reservations, this is not. On April 27th, Lao Tze Chuan becomes the starting point of something extraordinary: the inaugural Silk Road Suppers, a one-of-a-kind dining experience that weaves together food, history, and living storytelling into a single, unforgettable evening. As each course arrives at - [Here & Now: A Phone-Free Experience (Washington D.C.)](https://www.popville.com/events/here-now-a-phone-free-experience-washington-dc-24493/) - Here & Now is a curated, phone-free social experience for ambitious and intentional people who want more out of their time offline. ​​​​​​​​​Upon arrival, you'll check in your phone with our team for safekeeping and receive "The Present" - everything you need to have a great phone-free experience. From there, your only job is to - [Funny Farm: Pop-Up Comedy](https://www.popville.com/events/funny-farm-pop-up-comedy-24512/) - Come laugh with us at comedy night at the farm! Bring a picnic, grab some friends, and enjoy stand-up from some of the funniest comics in the DMV — all in a community greenspace right in the middle of the city. It’s low-key, outdoors, and a really fun way to spend an evening. The show - [Profs & Pints DC: Torture in the Middle Ages](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-torture-in-the-middle-ages-24503/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Torture in the Middle Ages,” with Larissa “Kat” Tracy, visiting assistant teaching professor of English at the University of Maryland Baltimore County and author or editor of ten books on medieval violence. When Pulp Fiction’s Marsellus Wallace vows to “get medieval” on someone we assume that they’re in for some - [Laughter Yoga with Thalia Wiggins @ Trinidad Farmers Market](https://www.popville.com/events/laughter-yoga-with-thalia-wiggins-trinidad-farmers-market-24518/) - Come enjoy a laughter yoga session with Thalia Wiggins. Don't know what laughter yoga entails? Not a problem. Come find out on Sunday, May 17, at 10 AM at the Trinidad Farmers Market (1299 Neal Street NE, Washington, DC 20002). - [Josh Blocker's Jim-Hendrix-Like Music](https://www.popville.com/events/josh-blockers-jim-hendrix-like-music-24517/) - Come and enjoy Josh's Jimi-Hendrix-like music with his fantastic drummer! This duo is exellent! FREE TO ALL. Trinidad Farmers Market 1299 Neal Street NE Washington, DC 20002 www.trinidadfarmersmarket.net - [Bouquet Crafting & Flower Design Workshop](https://www.popville.com/events/bouquet-crafting-flower-design-workshop-24511/) - Join us for a relaxed workshop where you’ll harvest your own flowers and foliage from the farm and turn them into two beautiful bouquets to take home. We’ll go over simple, practical tips on pairing blooms, balancing colors, and creating arrangements that feel natural and eye-catching without being fussy. All materials are provided — vases - [Home Tweet Home: Build a Birdhouse](https://www.popville.com/events/home-tweet-home-build-a-birdhouse-24510/) - Native cavity-nesting birds like wood thrushes, bluebirds, wrens, and chickadees are losing nesting habitat as natural woodlands shrink, but a well-placed birdhouse can make a real difference right in your backyard. In this hands-on workshop, you'll build and take home a birdhouse designed specifically for native species, learning which birds to attract, where and how - [Bra & Order: Civil Libertease | A Burlesque & Variety Fundraiser](https://www.popville.com/events/bra-order-civil-libertease-a-burlesque-variety-fundraiser-24502/) - Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! All persons having business before The Honorable Callie Pigeon and Delilah Dentata are admonished to draw near. Callie and Delilah, “Attorneys at Law”*, hereby summon you to a burlesque and variety “tribute” to crime, justice, and lovers of both! This term’s docket features a roster of your favorite repeat offenders, all prepared - [Blue Note Burlesque at Sid Gold's Request Room](https://www.popville.com/events/blue-note-burlesque-at-sid-golds-request-room-24501/) - A blue note is a musical moment that doesn’t quite land where you expect. And that's the spirit behind this burlesque revue from DMVariety! Start your weekend early with Blue Note Burlesque, a night of vintage tease and thrilling variety acts that'll leave you exclaiming "I can't believe I found this in an alley!" Join - [Yolks on You! Burlesque and Variety Brunch](https://www.popville.com/events/yolks-on-you-burlesque-and-variety-brunch-24500/) - Join veteran Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey clown Jim Dandy and award-winning burlesque performer Delilah Dentata for Yolks on You, a brunch-time romp that celebrates the funniest, strangest, and most delightful variety performers they can find. Over the years, we’ve welcomed burlesque, clown, live music, flow arts, drag, mime, pole, puppets, and a few - [Wangari Gardens Spring Festival](https://www.popville.com/events/wangari-gardens-spring-festival-24499/) - Come join your neighbors at the annual Wangari Gardens Spring Festival on May 16 from 12pm–4pm! See our garden and enjoy the music, workshops, yard games, and community potluck! - [Service and Sacrifice: Memorial Day 2026](https://www.popville.com/events/service-and-sacrifice-memorial-day-2026-24491/) - On Memorial Day, honor Indigenous service members who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces. This year, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian honors the legacies of Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell (Northern Cheyenne, 1933-2025) and Harvey Phillip Pratt (Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma, 1941-2025) and their invaluable - [Music in the Circle with 242 and The Daydreamerz](https://www.popville.com/events/music-in-the-circle-with-242-and-the-daydreamerz-24490/) - Swing by Dupont Circle Park on Saturdays from 12 - 3 PM to catch amazing live local music for free! Different acts and genres play weekly. Music in the Circle, the crowd favorite free rotating weekly concert series in Dupont Circle Park, is BACK for 2026! Swing by Dupont Circle Park on Saturdays from 12 - [4th Annual Gala for Foster Care](https://www.popville.com/events/4th-annual-gala-for-foster-care-24488/) - Join us for a night of cocktails (open bar), light fare, live music by the Future Band, and dancing as we honor champions of children in foster care. Awards will also be given to honor our Foster Youth of the Year, Foster Parent of the Year, Advocate of the Year, and more. - [Clipper Race Fleet Week](https://www.popville.com/events/clipper-race-fleet-week-24486/) - Following the success of its debut visit to the US capital, the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race will return to Washington, DC in the summer of 2026 -with a home boat also sailing back to its namesake port. - [Spring Jazz Soirée feat. The Hot Toddies](https://www.popville.com/events/spring-jazz-soire-feat-the-hot-toddies-24484/) - Prepare for a luxurious evening of jazz and spring elegance at the Spring Jazz Soirée: an elevated garden party at a mansion in Georgetown! Prepare for a luxurious evening of jazz and springtime elegance at the Spring Jazz Soirée: an elevated jazz garden party at a mansion featuring live jazz music by THE HOT TODDIES. - [Cinco De Mayo Celebration at Surfside Tenleytown (Washington)](https://www.popville.com/events/cinco-de-mayo-celebration-at-surfside-tenleytown-washington-24479/) - Join us at Surfside Tenleytown for a Cinco de Mayo celebration you won’t want to miss! 🌮✨ An event for the whole family! Enjoy classic margaritas, Happy Hour specials, and buy two, get one free tacos (all day, dine-in only), along with face painting and balloon twisting from 3:30–7:30pm and live music from 5–10pm. Reserve - [Spring Open Studios at DC Arts Studios](https://www.popville.com/events/spring-open-studios-at-dc-arts-studios-24481/) - Join us for one of our biggest local art events of the year! Explore our studios, meet the artists, get $10 headshots taken by a professional photographer, view our current gallery exhibition, participate in on-site craft workshops and more. Sunday, April 26, 1-5pm. Free, family-friendly, and three blocks from the Takoma metro. DC Arts Studios - [Protesting in Porcelain: A Conversation with Connor Czora](https://www.popville.com/events/protesting-in-porcelain-a-conversation-with-connor-czora-24480/) - Come to this fascinating talk with ceramicist Connor Czora, at the Jackson Art Center, sponsored by the Friends of Jackson. “My work explores the relationships between historical ceramics, cultural taste, and contemporary power structures in the United States. Tracing the lineage of Western decorative arts, my work examines how ideologies are embedded and perpetuated through - [Arlington Palooza (Lubber Run Community Center)](https://www.popville.com/events/arlington-palooza-lubber-run-community-center-24448/) - Arlington Palooza returns on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Lubber Run Community Center and Park. This free, family-friendly festival features live music, local vendors, food trucks, hands-on activities, and fun for all ages as we celebrate spring together in Arlington County. - [DCCO Season Finale - "Portraits in Time"](https://www.popville.com/events/dcco-season-finale-portraits-in-time-24453/) - The DC Concert Orchestra presents Portraits in Time, the last concert in our season themed A World Mosaic. The concert runs approximately 90 minutes with one 15 minute intermission. DCCO commissioned a new work by DC composer Blair Goins. There will be interactive discussions with the composer Blair Goins at performance time and after the - [The Animals' Lawsuit Against Humanity](https://www.popville.com/events/the-animals-lawsuit-against-humanity-24475/) - The Animals’ Lawsuit Against Humanity is a staged reading of the thousand-year-old fable. In the fable animals sue humanity, arguing that humans have treated them unjustly and must answer for their actions. Arguments are presented before a court and the animals make a case for their rights. - [Deepfaking Sam Altman Screening](https://www.popville.com/events/deepfaking-sam-altman-screening-24449/) - Stories That Matter presents a special screening of the comedy documentary Deepfaking Sam Altman, followed by a Q&A and panel discussion with Emmy-nominated director Adam Bhala Lough and Emmy-winning producer Luke Kelly-Clyne, who is also a Johns Hopkins alumnus. This lighthearted documentary takes a mind-bending, thought-provoking turn when confronted with the unintended consequences of artificial - [Sound Scene 2026: A Distant Mirror](https://www.popville.com/events/sound-scene-2026-a-distant-mirror-24446/) - FREE Sound Scene is the Washington, DC, region’s premier interactive sound and multisensory arts festival. It’s a free all-ages celebration of sonic and sensory arts featuring artists from both DC and around the world. General registration is recommended: https://www.etix.com/ticket/e/1058085/ ONGOING PROJECTS Face Value: Not Our Parents’ Mirror—Kameshia M. Hunter Face Value: Not Our Parents’ Mirror - [Sound Scene 2026: A Distant Mirror](https://www.popville.com/events/sound-scene-2026-a-distant-mirror-24445/) - FREE Sound Scene is the Washington, DC, region’s premier interactive sound and multisensory arts festival. It’s a free all-ages celebration of sonic and sensory arts featuring artists from both DC and around the world. General registration is recommended: https://www.etix.com/ticket/e/1058085/ ONGOING PROJECTS Face Value: Not Our Parents’ Mirror—Kameshia M. Hunter Face Value: Not Our Parents’ Mirror - [Young Archaeologists' Club](https://www.popville.com/events/young-archaeologists-club-24441/) - Explore archaeology through games, puzzles, crafts, and teamwork! Young Archaeologists' Club is a free, hands-on educational opportunity instructed by professional archaeologists and educators. Locations, topics, dates, and times vary from May to August, 2026. Activities are designed for ages 8-14. Younger students may attend when accompanied by an adult. Registration for all participants is required. - [DC Day of Archaeology Festival](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-day-of-archaeology-festival-24440/) - Hosted by DC nonprofit Archaeology in the Community, this annual festival gathers archaeologists and other heritage-related professionals from across the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region to share the stories, science, and the discoveries that shape our understanding of the past. Taking place as part of DC Archaeology Month in June, the festival offers a full - [Dungeons n Drafts at City-State](https://www.popville.com/events/dungeons-n-drafts-at-city-state-24421/) - Come out to City-State Public House to play Dungeons n Dragons, fifth edition. Dungeon Masters will be there with materials, no experience needed to join. What should I bring? All necessary adventuring gear is provided at the table, but bring any dice or accessories you would like! What are we playing? Unless otherwise specified, we - [Last Day for Early Bird Discount on Summer Social Sport Leagues](https://www.popville.com/events/last-day-for-early-bird-discount-on-summer-social-sport-leagues-24404/) - Savor the summer with DC Fray social sports leagues! Our summer season is coming up fast - don’t forget to take advantage of our early bird pricing! Sign up by midnight on Tuesday, May 5th to get the lowest price possible on all your favorite leagues. Choose from basketball, pickleball, cornhole, volleyball, softball, skeeball, bocce, - [Green Card: A Comedy Show](https://www.popville.com/events/green-card-a-comedy-show-24410/) - After four-time Capital Fringe Award wins and sold-out shows across the U.S., Canada, and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, comedian Erick Acuña brings his most urgent and ambitious show yet: GREEN CARD! At a time when immigration is at the center of national conversation, GREEN CARD! cuts through the noise with something sharper, lived experience turned - [Family Workshop: An Ode to the Gardens](https://www.popville.com/events/family-workshop-an-ode-to-the-gardens-24408/) - Spring is in full bloom at the Folger Shakespeare Library! Families will take inspiration from the season to make connections with nature in Shakespeare’s plays and throughout the Folger itself. Then, we will head to the Folger’s gardens to compose an “Ode to the Folger Gardens,” using lines from Shakespeare and Rita Dove’s poetry! Attendance - [Washington Spirit vs. Kansas City Current](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-spirit-vs-kansas-city-current-24402/) - The Washington Spirit are back at home to host the reigning Shield winning Kansas City Current at Audi Field on Friday, April 24 at 8:00 p.m. Buy tickets at washingtonspirit.com/tickets! - [French Conversation Club](https://www.popville.com/events/french-conversation-club-24399/) - Join our French Conversation Club for intermediate to advanced speakers and keep your language skills lively and engaging! From April 20 to June 22, meet us every Monday from 5:30PM–6:30 PM for relaxed, friendly conversations in French. Participants will explore a variety of everyday topics—from culture and travel to current events—while building confidence and fluency - [Game Night and Mocktails](https://www.popville.com/events/game-night-and-mocktails-24396/) - Come for the games, stay for the mocktails. Try your hand at a variety of board and card games while enjoying our crafted mocktails and maybe meeting a few new friends along the way. Join us for a relaxed and fun evening with over 20 board games to choose from-classic favorites, new discoveries, and everything - [Open Gem Presents Fresh Produce: Pop-Up Edition](https://www.popville.com/events/open-gem-presents-fresh-produce-pop-up-edition-24394/) - FREE | RSVP Doors 6 PM | Show 7 PM (All ages) — Fresh Produce, an open mic for producers, makes its return to The Pocket DC. The event is designed for producers to showcase their talent. Producers are allowed a 2-beat set (5 min. max.) and have the option of letting a few MCs - [Open Gem Presents Fresh Produce](https://www.popville.com/events/open-gem-presents-fresh-produce-24392/) - FREE | RSVP Doors 6 PM | Show 7 PM (All ages) — Fresh Produce, an open mic for producers, makes its return to The Pocket DC. The event is designed for producers to showcase their talent. Producers are allowed a 2-beat set (5 min. max.) and have the option of letting a few MCs - [Kause w/ Organized Khaos + smoothwaffle](https://www.popville.com/events/kause-w-austin-antoine-organized-khaos-23993/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Kause For Fans of: Kanye West, Kendrick Lamar, A$AP Rocky Philly-based artist Kause is making noise in the local underground hip-hop scene with his powerful delivery, melodic cadence, and futuristic East Coast sound. His work blends sharp, socially conscious lyricism with themes like substance abuse, - [Improvising with Watercolor, with Maryanne Pollock](https://www.popville.com/events/improvising-with-watercolor-with-maryanne-pollock-24371/) - Internationally known, DC-based artist, Maryanne Pollock, leads a class on how to gain the confidence to work improvisationally in watercolors. Pollock makes most of her work while listening to jazz, which is itself rich in expressive improvisation. The class takes place in a record shop, and jazz will be played in the background. All materials - [DC Chocolate Festival](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-chocolate-festival-24372/) - The DC Chocolate Festival is an annual celebration of all things chocolate, bringing together artisans, educators, and chocolate lovers for a weekend of tastings, workshops, and community engagement. The festival is dedicated to promoting quality chocolate, sustainability in cacao farming, and education on the craft of chocolate making. This year's schedule includes a Friday evening - [Nerd Nite DC: Fossil Humor, AI "Humor", and Baby Kittens](https://www.popville.com/events/nerd-nite-dc-fossil-humor-ai-humor-and-baby-kittens-24367/) - Throw horns for history and rush the stage* for statistics riffs at the bar show where the nerds are the rock stars and smart is punk af. Cue it up: Three experts. Dozens of cheeky slides. A bar full of former gifted kids gone feral who love special interest deep dives. This is Nerd Nite - [Meet Cute: A Blind Date Comedy Show](https://www.popville.com/events/meet-cute-a-blind-date-comedy-show-24365/) - Meet Cute DC is an award-winning live blind date comedy experience where two real singles meet for the very first time on stage, and DC’s funniest comedians turn their unscripted conversation into a hilarious, heartwarming show right before your eyes. No apps. No swiping. Just real people, real chemistry, and comedy inspired entirely by what - [We Deserve to Party](https://www.popville.com/events/we-deserve-to-party-24362/) - We can build a community free from sexual violence - where everyone can feel safe, live without harm, and party as much as we want! We deserve it! Proceeds from the concert will go to Volare, a nonprofit organization that provides free advocacy, legal, and therapeutic services to survivors of crime, and co-runs the District's - [Profs & Pints DC: Terrors of Irish Fairlylore](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-terrors-of-irish-fairlylore-24360/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Terrors of Irish Fairylore,” an introduction to Ireland’s strange and unsettling folkloric “Good People,” with Brittany Warman, former instructor at Ohio State University, co-founder of The Carterhaugh School of Folklore and the Fantastic, and co-author of the new book Fairylore: A Compendium of the Fae Folk. Today it is common - [Live Music in Commons Park](https://www.popville.com/events/live-music-in-commons-park-24355/) - Kick off the weekend with live outdoor performances by local and regional musicians. This weekly series brings a rotating lineup of talent to Commons Park, including local musicians James Stevens, Laura Farrell and many more! - [HIIT & Happy Hour](https://www.popville.com/events/hiit-happy-hour-24356/) - Part of the City of Falls Church Fitness Challenge, this high-energy event kicks off with a 30-minute HIIT workout led by local studio Balanced Female Fitness. After the workout, keep the energy going at Honoo Ramen Bar right in Commons Park, where attendees can enjoy happy hour specials until 7 PM. Grab a drink, refuel - [Trivia Night Tournament](https://www.popville.com/events/trivia-night-tournament-24357/) - Put your knowledge to the test every Thursday night at our weekly trivia tournament. Bring your crew, pick up dinner from one of our restaurants, and go head-to-head for weekly prizes and ultimate bragging rights. - [Profs & Pints DC: The Happiness Workshop](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-the-happiness-workshop-24359/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Happiness Workshop,” a look at what recent research and centuries of wisdom tell us about bringing more joy and contentment to our lives, with Eric Zillmer, professor of psychology and the director of the Happiness Lab at Drexel University. Are you happy? If not, how do you get there? - [The Washington Ballet: Cinderella (at National Theatre)](https://www.popville.com/events/the-washington-ballet-cinderella-at-national-theatre-24351/) - A classic tale with a modern heart. Step into a world of wonder with Sergei Prokofiev’s Cinderella, choreographed by Edwaard Liang, a bold reimagining of a timeless tale. Feel Cinderella’s resilience and hope blossom through breathtaking choreography that blends classic grace with modern expression, all set to Prokofiev’s hauntingly beautiful score. Judanna Lynn’s exquisite costumes - [The Washington Ballet: Cinderella (National Theatre)](https://www.popville.com/events/the-washington-ballet-cinderella-national-theatre-24349/) - A classic tale with a modern heart. Step into a world of wonder with Sergei Prokofiev’s Cinderella, choreographed by Edwaard Liang, a bold reimagining of a timeless tale. Feel Cinderella’s resilience and hope blossom through breathtaking choreography that blends classic grace with modern expression, all set to Prokofiev’s hauntingly beautiful score. Judanna Lynn’s exquisite costumes - [The Washington Ballet: Cinderella](https://www.popville.com/events/the-washington-ballet-cinderella-24348/) - A classic tale with a modern heart. Step into a world of wonder with Sergei Prokofiev’s Cinderella, choreographed by Edwaard Liang, a bold reimagining of a timeless tale. Feel Cinderella’s resilience and hope blossom through breathtaking choreography that blends classic grace with modern expression, all set to Prokofiev’s hauntingly beautiful score. Judanna Lynn’s exquisite costumes - [Jacob Augustine, Dayvd Beach, NADIE NADIE, Your Trusted Officials, Sibylla](https://www.popville.com/events/jacob-augustine-dayvd-beach-nadie-nadie-your-trusted-officials-sibylla-24329/) - Get ready for a chill day with Jacob Augustine, Dayvd Beach, NADIE NADIE, and Your Trusted Officials bringing the vibes live. Experience a night of incredible live music and art at Galactic Panther featuring Jacob Augustine, Dayvd Beach, NADIE NADIA, and Your Trusted Officials. Dayvd Beach is an indie rock musician based in Washington, D.C., - [MetroLeaf Pizza Day](https://www.popville.com/events/metroleaf-pizza-day-24320/) - Nick’s Pizza will be firing up their wood-fired oven on-site, serving fresh, handcrafted pizza—on us! - [DC Bookstore Crawl](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-bookstore-crawl-24303/) - Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026 Description: The DC Bookstore Crawl is a celebration of our local indies and takes place each year on Independent Bookstore Day. Participants can print their Bookstore Crawl sheet or pick one up at any bookstores (every bookstore in DC is taking part, as well as a handful in the DC-area, - [Masters of Food & Wine: An Evening with the Marine Stewardship Council](https://www.popville.com/events/masters-of-food-wine-an-evening-with-the-marine-stewardship-council-24274/) - Join us at Blue Duck Tavern for a special edition of Park Hyatt’s Masters of Food & Wine, celebrating the partnership between exceptional culinary craft and responsible ocean stewardship. This intimate four course dinner highlights seafood sourced in accordance with the standards of the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), an organization dedicated to safeguarding the health - [Link Wray Music and Skateboarding Festival](https://www.popville.com/events/link-wray-music-and-skateboarding-festival-24258/) - Link Wray Music and Skateboard Event - [Mt Pleasant Library Friends Puzzle SWAP](https://www.popville.com/events/mt-pleasant-library-friends-puzzle-swap-24293/) - Join us at Lamont Plaza for a Puzzle SWAP, Sunday April 19, 3:30-5:30pm. 3213 Mt Pleasant St. NW Bring a puzzle, take puzzle. Free. All ages. Be kind. See you there. #keep puzzling. - [Jackson Art Center Open Studios](https://www.popville.com/events/jackson-art-center-open-studios-24271/) - See the latest work from the 40 resident artists of Georgetown’s Jackson Art Center at Spring Open Studios from 12-4 pm on May 17, 2026. Come view the working studios, chat with the artists, enjoy light refreshments and pick up some fresh art. Free. - [Pop-up Trivia on the Farm](https://www.popville.com/events/pop-up-trivia-on-the-farm-24269/) - Come hang out with us under the farm lights for a night of pop-up trivia. We write all the questions ourselves in small batches — no AI, no canned trivia — just fun, bespoke rounds each week, including general trivia, music, mash-ups, and whatever else we’re in the mood for. Bring a team or show - [Root to Rise Yoga](https://www.popville.com/events/root-to-rise-yoga-24268/) - Join us for a relaxed weeknight pop-up yoga session at the farm, where our instructor, Isabel, will guide us through an easy, beginner-friendly flow out on the lawn, surrounded by flowers and whatever the evening brings. It’s a calm outdoor practice focused on alignment, breath, and settling into the natural rhythm of the space. - [Ouch! but Edible: Growing and Eating Nopales](https://www.popville.com/events/ouch-but-edible-growing-and-eating-nopales-24267/) - Join us for a hands-on nopales workshop where you’ll learn all about prickly pears — from how to safely handle and prepare the pads to the many edible parts of the plant, including the bright, sweet fruit known as tunas. We’ll walk you through how to root your own cactus pad, and we’ll provide pots, - [Sourdough Baking 101](https://www.popville.com/events/sourdough-baking-101-24266/) - Ever wanted to bake your own sourdough bread? Learn the basics of creating delicious loaves using just flour, water, starter and salt. We'll go over keeping your starter alive, dive into the tasty science behind sourdough, and share some simple recipes to get started. Your ticket payment supports both Edgewood Community Farm and Food Justice - [Bike Polo for Beginners](https://www.popville.com/events/bike-polo-for-beginners-24257/) - DC Bike Polo is taking a day to spread the gospel of bike polo. It's like horse polo, but on bikes! This event gives polo-curious bikers an opportunity to try the sport in a care free environment - [Collage Poetry Workshop with Hannah Baker Saltmarsh and Sarah Antine](https://www.popville.com/events/collage-poetry-workshop-with-hannah-baker-saltmarsh-and-sarah-antine-24250/) - “There’s rosemary, that’s for remembrance,” Ophelia says in Shakespeare’s Hamlet. “And there is pansies, that’s for thoughts.” In this workshop, we’ll provide materials and inspiration for creating an artistic collage that references the symbolic meanings of flowers found in Ophelia’s famous speech and other poetic texts, from Emily Dickinson to Audre Lorde. Artist Fellow Hannah - [Shakespeare and the American Story](https://www.popville.com/events/shakespeare-and-the-american-story-24249/) - As William Shakespeare’s home in the United States, the Folger Shakespeare Library is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence by sharing how Shakespeare has always been a part of the American story. Selected items from the Folger’s collection offer unique insights into American history with a Shakespearean focus. How - [Willow Street Gallery presents the HU Student Photography Year-End Show](https://www.popville.com/events/willow-street-gallery-presents-the-hu-student-photography-year-end-show-24247/) - Willow Street Gallery, a project of DC Arts Studios, is proud to announce a collaborative exhibition with the Howard University Photography Club, showcasing the work of emerging student photographers from Howard University. This partnership highlights a new generation of visual artists whose vision has been shaped through the peer-led photography club. What began as a - [“Land, Place, and Displacement”: importance of community and connection to land](https://www.popville.com/events/land-place-and-displacement-importance-of-community-and-connection-to-land-24246/) - Raíces: A Writing Workshop Series on Resistance and Healing “Land, Place, and Displacement” A monthly community-based writing series led by Tintas DC that centers Latine, BIPOC, queer, and marginalized voices to explore personal and collective resistance and healing through storytelling About the workshop Land, Place, and Displacement: The importance of community and connection to land - [The Octagon and Chamber Music Maryland Present Accordianst Hanzhi Wang](https://www.popville.com/events/the-octagon-and-chamber-music-maryland-present-accordianst-hanzhi-wang-24207/) - Accordion sensation Hanzhi Wang—winner of the Young Concert Artists International Auditions—brings fearless virtuosity and breathtaking artistry to The Octagon. From the sparkling brilliance of Rameau and the luminous lyricism of Mozart to Barber’s electrifying, jazz-infused Excursion, this dynamic program showcases the accordion in all its power, color, and surprise. At its heart is Wang’s own - [Slow Food DC 2026 Snail of Approval Awards](https://www.popville.com/events/slow-food-dc-2026-snail-of-approval-awards-24213/) - Join us for an evening of recognition, community, and seriously good (local) food as we honor this year’s Snail of Approval awardees. Each ticket includes: -A variety of special Turkish dishes at our buffet-style dinner catered by Dolmama of Takoma Park -One drink ticket to choose from Little Penn's selection of craft beers, kombucha, and - [ABYSS: post body](https://www.popville.com/events/abyss-post-body-24209/) - “ABYSS: post body” examines the body as a site of protest within a burning world and observes how the club scene can provide emotional release for bodies; it features a 30 minute dance performance which transitions into a live techno set, inviting audiences to join the dance floor and partake in the show themselves. - [City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue Comedy Show](https://www.popville.com/events/city-dogs-city-kitties-rescue-comedy-show-24199/) - For one night only, we're transforming into a comedy club to save lives!. For the first time ever, we're bringing you a night of comedy, all while saving lives of pets in need. Your support allows us to save more pets from rural, overwhelmed shelters, provide vital vet care, and give a pet the second - [Capitol Movement Presents "Complexities"](https://www.popville.com/events/capitol-movement-presents-complexities-24188/) - Captiol Movement's adult professional company, teen apprentice company, and kids company celebrate their 21st annual dance concert at the historic Lincoln Theatre. Fun for all ages! - [Niiasii w/ Shelley Star + Ari Voxx + grlztoy](https://www.popville.com/events/niiasii-w-shelley-star-ari-voxx-grlztoy-24173/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Niiasii For Fans of: Willow, Jae Stephens. Natayna, Hemlocke Springs Niiasii is an alternative pop artist from Southeast Virginia pushing the boundaries between pop, R&B, and alternative sounds. Her music is fueled by true emotion, a mix of love, heartbreak, and the relentless pursuit of - [RFK Community Site Walk](https://www.popville.com/events/rfk-community-site-walk-24153/) - The District is hosting a community site walk at the RFK Stadium Campus, on Saturday, April,18th and Thursday, April 23rd. The site walk will include stops at key locations to learn about the RFK campus, discuss initial planning concepts, and engage in facilitated small group discussions. - [RFK Community Site Walk](https://www.popville.com/events/rfk-community-site-walk-24152/) - The District is hosting a community site walk at the RFK Stadium Campus, on Saturday, April,18th and Thursday, April 23rd. The site walk will include stops at key locations to learn about the RFK campus, discuss initial planning concepts, and engage in facilitated small group discussions. - [Ward 5 Family Biking - April Ride!](https://www.popville.com/events/ward-5-family-biking-april-ride-24148/) - Join us for a family bike ride from North Michigan Park Rec Center to City-State Public House! Our ride is made for new cyclists of all ages. We'll have a police escort and volunteer marshals to keep everyone safe from beginning to end. Speaking of the end, there will be kids crafts and a food - [Hill Family Biking: Birthday Party Ride](https://www.popville.com/events/hill-family-biking-birthday-party-ride-24147/) - Celebrate Hill Family Biking’s 3rd birthday with a ride from Lincoln Park to Oklahoma Ave Lawn by RFK, followed by a party with free pizza, treats, The Great Zucchini, face painting, and more! - [The Stage at Union Station presents The Guitar Renegades](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-the-guitar-renegades-24144/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Taking place during Union Station in Bloom, visit unionstationdc.com for more events celebrating the district’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival and spring season. - [The Yards Launches Inaugural Waterfront Wellness Weekend in D.C.](https://www.popville.com/events/the-yards-launches-inaugural-waterfront-wellness-weekend-in-dc-24138/) - The Yards, D.C.’s vibrant waterfront neighborhood for living, dining, shopping and gathering, is hosting its inaugural Waterfront Wellness weekend, a two-day lineup of free fitness classes and wellness-focused programming. Designed to tap into the growing demand for accessible, community-driven wellness experiences, Waterfront Wellness at The Yards invites guests to move, recharge and connect through complimentary - [If These Walls Could Tell Jokes](https://www.popville.com/events/if-these-walls-could-tell-jokes-24129/) - True stories. Told funny. 6 Comedians delve into hilarious stories in an intimate and fun neighbourhood gem. IF THESE WALLS COULD JOKE is produced by Mahmoud Jaber and Rola Z, and is a new, intimate comedy experience where the rustic brick walls (and you) hear everything—and keep the secrets. April lineup brings together some of - [Queer Magic Dance Party](https://www.popville.com/events/queer-magic-dance-party-24127/) - Introducing queer magic: a dance party Come celebrate the whimsical vibes of Spring in a night of sparkle, desire, and queer joy! Dress in your favorite sparkles or in anything that helps you channel your inner magic. Dance to a blend of smooth rnb, afrobeats, hip hop, and pop by slammer & saba Pole performances - [FONA Garden Fair & Plant Sale](https://www.popville.com/events/fona-garden-fair-plant-sale-24122/) - Celebrate spring at the U.S. National Arboretum! Shop from thousands of plants, get expert gardening advice, browse from 25+ local vendors, and enjoy free family activities. Whether you’re looking for herbs for your apartment balcony or shade-loving perennials for your yard, the Plant Sale tent has great options at great prices. Free shuttles will transport - [Trivia for Cheaters](https://www.popville.com/events/trivia-for-cheaters-24104/) - Join 826DC and local journalists, politicos, industry leaders, and fellow supporters of the arts for a unique trivia fundraiser on April 30, 2026 - 5:30 PM to 8 PM at Ropes and Gray LLP (2099 Pennsylvania Ave NW)! Teams "cheat" by donating to 826DC's youth writing programs throughout the evening, scoring major advantages like stealing - [Celebrating Water’s Edge](https://www.popville.com/events/celebrating-waters-edge-24099/) - Join the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian to celebrate the exhibition Water's Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe at the National Mall, Saturday, April 18, 10:30 am–3 pm. Visitors of all ages are invited to experience the first major retrospective of acclaimed Hoocąk (Ho-Chunk) artist Truman Lowe, featuring nearly 50 evocative sculptures and - [LGBTQ+ Victory Fund National Brunch](https://www.popville.com/events/lgbtq-victory-fund-national-brunch-24094/) - Join LGBTQ+ Victory Fund in Washington, DC for their National Brunch — an inspiring gathering celebrating LGBTQ+ political power. This year’s event will feature Allyship Award honoree and special guest speaker, Andy Beshear. At a moment when our rights and democracy are on the line, this brunch brings together leaders, supporters, and advocates committed to - [No ICE HQ in DC: Community Organizing Meeting [Northwest]](https://www.popville.com/events/no-ice-hq-in-dc-community-organizing-meeting-northwest-24092/) - Join DC residents lookin to stop the planned ICE HQ in Congress Heights and build a movement to kick federal agents off DC streets for good! - [Socialism 101 in ASL](https://www.popville.com/events/socialism-101-in-asl-24088/) - Learn about how the world would look under socialism, an alternative system to capitalism that meets the needs of the people and planet! Interpretation will be provided for hearing people - [No ICE HQ in DC: Community Organizing Meeting [Anacostia]](https://www.popville.com/events/no-ice-hq-in-dc-community-organizing-meeting-anacostia-24087/) - Join DC residents looking to stop the planned ICE HQ in Congress Heights and build a movement to kick federal agents like ICE off DC streets for good! - [Cosmic Yoga Fundraiser](https://www.popville.com/events/cosmic-yoga-fundraiser-24085/) - This by-donation Cosmic Flow Yoga gathering will take place in the dark with galaxy lights projected onto the ceiling and walls. This creates an atmosphere where we can turn our attention inward, away from how the postures look, and reflect on our interconnectedness with ourselves, our community, and the universe. Because this class will take - [The Stage at Union Station presents Max Jacobs Trio](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-max-jacobs-trio-24084/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Taking place during Union Station in Bloom, visit unionstationdc.com for more events celebrating the district’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival and spring season. - [CU @ WIT – College Improv at Washington Improv Theater](https://www.popville.com/events/cu-wit-college-improv-at-washington-improv-theater-24082/) - On Saturday, April 11, Washington Improv Theater goes back to school as five of the DMV’s funniest collegiate improv comedy groups take the stage for the first-ever edition of CU@WIT. Starting at 12:00 PM at the Studio Theatre, this showcase kicks off an amazing day of improv that culminates in the finals of the massive - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Comeback Brawl - Featuring Hellcat](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-comeback-brawl-featuring-hellcat-24079/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 42 - Featuring Kinfolk](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-42-featuring-kinfolk-24076/) - Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's legendary tournament. Each match features a headlining performance by a WIT ensemble, Harold team, or - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 41 - Featuring iMusical](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-41-featuring-imusical-24075/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Vanna Pacella w/ The Leclaires + Hello June](https://www.popville.com/events/vanna-pacella-w-the-leclaires-hello-june-24074/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Vanna Pacella FFO: Fleetwood Mac, Pink Floyd, Vanessa Carlton Based in coastal Falmouth, MA, Vanna Pacella is a multi-instrumentalist and powerhouse vocalist rapidly ascending as New England’s premier "hometown rising star." Crowned the 2025 New England Music Awards’ "New Act of the Year," Pacella blends - [The Taste of Iceland Festival April 23-25](https://www.popville.com/events/the-taste-of-iceland-festival-april-23-25-24073/) - Taste of Iceland returns to D.C. from Thursday, April 23, through Saturday, April 25. The cultural festival celebrates Iceland with events across the city showcasing the best of Icelandic culture, including food, music, nature, travel, and more. Most events are free and open to the public, including two free concerts, a prix fixe Icelandic dining - [Duke Ellington School for the Arts Exhibit](https://www.popville.com/events/duke-ellington-school-for-the-arts-exhibit-24069/) - WHAT: Duke Ellington School of the Arts’ Underclassman Visual Arts Exhibit Grand Opening The annual visual arts exhibit features dynamic original works by Duke Ellington School of the Arts high school students in grades 9–11. The exhibit highlights emerging young artists and provides a platform for creative expression across multiple mediums, including painting, drawing, mixed - [Dyngus Day DC](https://www.popville.com/events/dyngus-day-dc-24060/) - Dyngus Day, a Polish tradition, is a rite of Spring and a celebration of the end of Lent. It is celebrated the Monday after Easter and includes dancing to polka, eating pierogi and kielbasa, drinking beer, dousing loved ones with water and chasing them with pussy willows. Dyngus Day is celebrated stateside in Buffalo, NY - [The R&B Club Discusses The Best Bridges and Choruses Songbyrd](https://www.popville.com/events/the-rb-club-discusses-the-best-bridges-and-choruses-songbyrd-24050/) - Aftering focusing on artists, producers and songwriters, albums, cities, and banner years in R&B history, we've decided to take something technical and make it fun. Grab a little bit of songwriting and producing, mix it in with singing ability, and you have our next topic: the best bridges and choruses. Sometimes it's the relationship between - [Living Earth Festival: Always Becoming](https://www.popville.com/events/living-earth-festival-always-becoming-24048/) - Celebrate the transformational power of clay and the evolution of the iconic outdoor sculpture installation Always Becoming (2007) by Nora Naranjo Morse (Kha'p'o Owingeh [Santa Clara Pueblo]) at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, Saturday and Sunday, April 25–26, 11 AM–5 PM. Join the museum for a weekend of stories, artist demonstrations, hands-on activities, performances, - [Book Talk: Richie Hofmann & Robin Becker](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-richie-hofmann-robin-becker-24044/) - Following his captivating and popular A Hundred Lovers, Hofmann’s new collection is a queer coming-of-age, tinged with myth: poems that bring us into a fever dream of antiquity and desire at its limits Recognizing the fragility of the body and soul in a world of threat, these startling poems stem from a central boyhood memory—the - [Book Talk: Annabelle Gurwitch — The End of My Life Is Killing Me](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-annabelle-gurwitch-the-end-of-my-life-is-killing-me-24043/) - In this deftly comedic and deeply contemplative memoir, the New York Times bestselling author faces life's biggest curveball only to find resilience in the most unlikely places. After Annabelle Gurwitch received an out-of-the blue diagnosis of Stage 4 lung cancer, an existential dread set in. Precision medicine offered a temporary reprieve--but instead of turning into - [Book Talk: Suzy Hansen — From Life Itself](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-suzy-hansen-from-life-itself-24042/) - One neighborhood in Istanbul: a window on a city, country, region, and world in a state of upheaval. Karagumruk, an Istanbul neighborhood once dominated by Ottoman-era homes, is now known for its cheap apartment blocks and petty thieves—and a massive influx of Syrian refugees. It's here that Suzy Hansen went looking for the truth behind - [Book Talk: Garrett Peck — The Bright Edges of the World](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-garrett-peck-the-bright-edges-of-the-world-24041/) - Author and historian Garrett Peck traces Willa Cather’s adventures in the Southwest and how they influenced her best book. Six months before she died, Willa Cather called her 1927 novel Death Comes for the Archbishop her “best book.” The Atlantic magazine concurred, including Archbishop on its Great American Novels list in 2024. A perennial favorite - [The O.B. Hardison Poetry Series Finale Reading with Kwame Dawes](https://www.popville.com/events/the-ob-hardison-poetry-series-finale-reading-with-kwame-dawes-24039/) - The Poetry season concludes with a finale reading by a poet chosen by a group of Folger Poetry supporters. This year’s reader, Kwame Dawes, is Poet Laureate of Jamaica (2024-2027) and winner of the prestigious Windham/Campbell Award for Poetry. Dawes will read from the work of other poets cited as his literary influences as well - [Macbeth: A Tribute to the Federal Theatre Project](https://www.popville.com/events/macbeth-a-tribute-to-the-federal-theatre-project-24038/) - (Adapted and directed by Adjoa Andoh MBE) A staged reading commemorating the 90th anniversary of the Federal Theatre Project’s production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth concludes Adjoa Andoh’s Director’s Residency at the Folger. The incredibly successful 1936 staging was one of the first to feature an all-Black cast in the United States and was directed by a - [Book Talk: David Streitfeld — WESTERN STAR](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-david-streitfeld-western-star-24037/) - By his longtime friend and a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist, the definitive biography of Larry McMurtry, the legendary author and screenwriter of Lonesome Dove, The Last Picture Show, and Brokeback Mountain, who transformed our vision of the West. Before Larry McMurtry became one of the most celebrated writers of the twentieth century, he worked on his - ['03 Til Infinity feat. Cam Strife, Don Kuzan, Sadia](https://www.popville.com/events/03-til-infinity-feat-cam-strife-don-kuzan-sadia-24036/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Cam Strife For Fans of: J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Kanye West Cam Strife, the DMV based rapper/producer, is an artist who channels energies resembling his inspirations such as J. Cole & Kendrick Lamar, while adding his own carefree twist. Speaking from his soul to yours, - [Book Talk: Brittany Butler — THE PATRIOT'S DAUGHTER](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-brittany-butler-the-patriots-daughter-24035/) - Democracy is fracturing—and one woman may hold the key to saving it. This electrifying new thriller from former CIA officer and TikTok sensation Brittany Butler is the perfect geopolitical thriller for fans of David McCloskey and Alma Katsu. When a wave of Russian cyberattacks ignites a disinformation firestorm, the United States is pushed to the - [Book Talk: Miguel Ángel Hernández — The Pain of Others](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-miguel-ngel-hernndez-the-pain-of-others-24034/) - In this blend of police thriller and poignant autofiction, a writer revisits a tragic crime from his adolescence and reckons with a dark, underexplored side of Spain. On Christmas Eve 1995, Miguel Ángel Hernández’s best friend murdered his sister and took his own life by jumping off a cliff. It happened in a small hamlet - [Live Karaoke @ The Pocket!](https://www.popville.com/events/live-karaoke-the-pocket-24033/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Ever wanted to feel like you were in American Idol? This is your chance, we got the band, we got the setup, and all we need is your voice! - [Book Talk: Charlotte Ickes & Josh T Franco — Felix Gonzalez-Torres](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-charlotte-ickes-josh-t-franco-felix-gonzalez-torres-24032/) - Always to Return examines Felix Gonzalez-Torres's work in relation to portraiture and accompanies a major exhibition of the same name at the National Portrait Gallery and the Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution. This expansive project focuses on Felix Gonzalez-Torres's deep engagement with portraiture and the construction of identity, as well as how history is - [Book Talk: M Lin — The Memory Museum: Stories](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-m-lin-the-memory-museum-stories-24031/) - Stretching from the present day to the near future, from China to America and beyond, M Lin’s piercing and melodious debut captures the spirit of China’s One-Child Generation as its characters navigate homes and cultures, hopes and contradictions, survival and resistance. These frank, tender, and playful stories offer profound insight into the ambivalence of migration, - [Book Talk: Helen Benedict — The Soldier's House](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-helen-benedict-the-soldiers-house-24030/) - In The Soldier’s House, Helen Benedict tells the story of an Iraq War veteran who saves the lives of his assassinated Iraqi interpreter’s widow and child by bringing them to his home in upstate New York. For the soldier, this is a way of making amends for his interpreter’s death. But the widow finds being - [Book Talk: Diane Ackerman — THE PLANETS](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-diane-ackerman-the-planets-24029/) - From Marginalian Editions comes a gorgeous reissue of celebrated poet and naturalist Diane Ackerman's debut: a soaring ode to our solar system, planet to planet, blending science and imagination, astronomy and cosmology, as well as fantasy, satire, myth, and confession. First published in 1973, The Planets: A Cosmic Pastoral introduced not only a splendid new - [Book Talk: Will Hackman — Radically Reframing Climate Change](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-will-hackman-radically-reframing-climate-change-24028/) - An inspirational guide to discussing and fighting climate change for millennial and GenZ voters that cuts through the usual myths and scare tactics to provide practical advice. Will Hackman is a Millennial, and he is pissed. Two wars, two global economic catastrophes, and a pandemic combined with a ballooning cost-of-living crisis and crushing student loan - [Book Talk: Gal Beckerman — How to Be a Dissident](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-gal-beckerman-how-to-be-a-dissident-24027/) - This event will be in partnership with The Atlantic. An invigorating guide to fighting back—part philosophy, part history, and part manual for living with integrity in an age of conformity and authoritarian drift How do we push back in a world where political leaders wield fear and intimidation? Where digital technology dehumanizes and flattens us? - [Book Talk: Masud Husain — OUR BRAINS, OUR SELVES](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-masud-husain-our-brains-our-selves-24026/) - Award-winning author and leading neurologist Masud Husain shares seven fascinating cases of brain disorders from across his career - and shows what they can teach us about our own brains What makes us who we are? Through the stories of seven of his patients, acclaimed Oxford University neurologist Masud Husain shows us how our brains - [The Stage at Union Station presents Wes Biles Trio](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-wes-biles-trio-24023/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Taking place during Union Station in Bloom, visit unionstationdc.com for more events celebrating the district’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival and spring season. - [Screening: Shakespeare’s Globe Richard II (Introduced by Adjoa Andoh MB)E](https://www.popville.com/events/screening-shakespeares-globe-richard-ii-introduced-by-adjoa-andoh-mbe-24013/) - Join the Folger for a free screening of the 2019 Shakespeare’s Globe production of Richard II. Adjoa Andoh MBE conceived, co-directed, and played the lead in the UK’s first all women-of-color production of this Shakespeare play. The production offers, as Andoh has explained, a study in who each character is as a human being. - [Tell Out My Soul: What’s The Story and Who’s Telling It?](https://www.popville.com/events/tell-out-my-soul-whats-the-story-and-whos-telling-it-24012/) - In this personal reflection, Adjoa Andoh MBE shares how she built her impressive career as a theater maker, actor, and director. During this talk, she will candidly discuss how she came to do the work she does and why she continues to pursue it. While Andoh is most well-known among American audiences for her role - [Shakespeare's Birthday Lecture with Dr. Emma Smith](https://www.popville.com/events/shakespeares-birthday-lecture-with-dr-emma-smith-24010/) - Join us for the Folger Institute’s annual Shakespeare’s Birthday Lecture with Dr. Emma Smith, Professor of Shakespeare Studies at Oxford University. Every year, in commemoration of William Shakespeare’s birthday, the Folger invites a scholar to speak about Shakespeare and early modern life. All guests are invited to join us after the lecture for a light - [Shakespeare's Birthday Celebration](https://www.popville.com/events/shakespeares-birthday-celebration-24009/) - Celebrate Shakespeare’s birthday at the Folger with fun, family-friendly activities and birthday cupcakes for all! Join us for stage combat demonstrations, ruff-making, coloring, and sonnet writing. Practice writing with a quill, try on some costumes, and see our 17th-century replica printing press in action. Plus, get your face painted with a Shakespearean mustache and beard. - [Climb On w/ Dowrong + American Promise](https://www.popville.com/events/climb-on-w-dowrong-american-promise-23996/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Climb On For Fans of: The Killers, Saint Motel, and The Shins Climb On is an Alternative Rock band based out of Alexandria, VA that prides themselves on creating songs with catchy hooks and dynamic energy, blending the cutting edge with a blast from the - [Songwriters Hub: Senior Showcase](https://www.popville.com/events/songwriters-hub-senior-showcase-23995/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Songwriters Hub: Senior Showcase Liam Chapin For Fans of: Grimes, Perfume Genius, A.G. Cook Tallahassee native Liam Chapin is an artist-producer whose songs square the circle on eclectic genres like abrasive electro-pop and evocative ambient composition, all the while satisfying his omnivorous love for literary - [A Shrewdness of Apes w/ Careless Flight + Howling At The Earth](https://www.popville.com/events/a-shrewdness-of-apes-w-careless-flight-howling-at-the-earth-23994/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — ASOA For Fans of: Tool, Queens of the Stone Age, and System of a Down A Shrewdness of Apes (ASOA) is DC prog, an ambitious three-piece whose palate ranges from heavy effects-saturated riffs to intricate odd meter melodies. With A Shrewdness of Apes, expect the - [Color Memories of Spring with Anjelika Deogirikar Grossman](https://www.popville.com/events/color-memories-of-spring-with-anjelika-deogirikar-grossman-23992/) - Painting in the Kreeger gardens, participants will explore color mixing with watercolor. During this workshop, participants will learn how to mix paint to create their own watercolor charts and explore different properties of watercolor taking inspiration from the gardens. All skill levels are welcome. Please wear shoes that you would be comfortable walking on uneven - [Will Kobus + Mettaworldzeke (Album Release Show!) w/ NVSV](https://www.popville.com/events/will-kobus-mettaworldzeke-album-release-show-w-nvsv-23991/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Will Kobus For Fans of: Earl Sweatshirt, A Tribe Called Quest, MIKE, Saba, Isaiah Rashad, Mos Def Will Kobus is a 28 year old hip-hop artist from New Jersey, based out of DC. He’s someone who’s used his creative efforts to get a better gauge - [Bark in Boro Park Returns for a Tail-Wagging Spring Celebration](https://www.popville.com/events/bark-in-boro-park-returns-for-a-tail-wagging-spring-celebration-23989/) - The Boro, Tysons’ premier destination for luxury urban living, invites the community to Bark in Boro Park, a spring celebration for dogs and their owners at The Boro offering games, treats, crafts, photo moments and other activities for pups and their people to enjoy together. Activities include: Dog Training and Agility Course: Three 20 to - [Profs & Pints DC: Doom and Dinosaurs](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-doom-and-dinosaurs-23984/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Doom and Dinosaurs,” a look at how mass extinctions shaped the dinosaurs and what research on these events tells us about Earth life’s long-term prospects, with Ian Wilenzik, paleontologist and visiting assistant professor of biology at George Washington University. Pity the poor dinosaurs. They lacked both scientific research to help - [Giant donated book sale](https://www.popville.com/events/giant-donated-book-sale-23974/) - Sale of freshly donated books, many in pristine condition. $4 hardbacks, $2 paperbacks. Sponsored by Georgetown Library Friends. Proceeds support library programs. Bring your own bags. Cash, Zelle and Venmo accepted. - [Fill a bag with books for $10](https://www.popville.com/events/fill-a-bag-with-books-for-10-23975/) - Fill a regular-size shopping bag with freshly donated books for $10. Or pay $2 for hardbacks and $1 for paperbacks. Bring your own bag. Cash, Zelle and Venmo accepted. Sponsored by Georgetown Library Friends. Proceeds support library programs. - [Ward 1 Democrats Member and Candidate Happy Hour](https://www.popville.com/events/ward-1-democrats-member-and-candidate-happy-hour-23981/) - A friendly meet-and-greet hosted by Ward 1 Democrats for candidates on the June 16 ballot, to help members prepare for Saturday's endorsement meeting. All are welcome! - [Ward 1 Democrats Endorsement Meeting](https://www.popville.com/events/ward-1-democrats-endorsement-meeting-23980/) - The Ward 1 Democratic Committee calls a ward-wide meeting of all Ward One Democrats to make endorsements for the June 16 Election. In accordance with the bylaws and rules of the Ward One Democrats, the Executive Committee proposes to the membership that this organization vote regarding endorsements for the following offices on the June 16 - [This Is America! Chorus Concert](https://www.popville.com/events/this-is-america-chorus-concert-23978/) - Washington Men's Camerata sings 250 years of US music, from Shenandoah to the Wild West, and the deep South to the frosty North. Washington Men's Camerata sings music spanning 250 years of the U.S., from Shenandoah to the Wild West, and the deep South to the frosty North. Enjoy art songs, spirituals, folk music, cantatas - [Yes Dear + Erasergirl w/ Glass Island + dodomeki](https://www.popville.com/events/yes-dear-erasergirl-w-glass-island-dodomeki-23967/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Yes Dear Yes Dear is an Atlanta based indie-rock band drawing inspiration from the 90s & early 2000s grunge and alternative rock. Our music explores the space between sadness and intensity, pairing fragile, introspective vocals with walls of ferociously distorted guitar and bass. Our sound - [The Trouble with Rose w/ 59 Minute Rule, Squares](https://www.popville.com/events/the-trouble-with-rose-w-59-minute-rule-squares-23964/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — The Trouble with Rose For Fans of: Wet Leg, Metric, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Garbage, Phantogram, PJ Harvey, Hole In a musical world that’s often gone astray, fans of Wet Let and Yeah Yeah Yeahs will find something to sing along with. The Trouble with Rose - [Fresh Out Da Kitchen Volume 1](https://www.popville.com/events/fresh-out-da-kitchen-volume-1-23962/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — For Fans Of: No Cap, DeeBaby, BabyfaceRay, Rylo Rodriguez, Le$, Schoolboy Q, Cardogotwings, WESTSIDEBOOGIE, The Alchemist. FRESH OUT DA KITCHEN PRESENTS VOL. 1: King Quell King Quell an up-and-coming artist. Born in New York and calling Maryland home, his music reflects the blend of hustle, - [Voice of the Violoncello](https://www.popville.com/events/voice-of-the-violoncello-23940/) - Join cellist Benett Tsai, winner of the 2023 Young Concert Artist International Auditions, in a performance celebrating the voice of the cello throughout the ages. - [Little Pop Up Art Gallery](https://www.popville.com/events/little-pop-up-art-gallery-23939/) - Join us for a little pop up Art Gallery! Sip on 50% off wine while viewing paintings, sculptures, and collage by 5 local artists. We are excited to transform The Dew Drop Inn into a little art gallery featuring works by Yoojiflows, Gos, Blue, Skye Marinda and Ilana Alazzeh. - [Navy Yard on the Move: Red Rover Movement's Community Scavenger Hunt](https://www.popville.com/events/navy-yard-on-the-move-red-rover-movements-community-scavenger-hunt-23938/) - This two-hour community scavenger hunt invites teams to uncover local shops, wander through waterfront parks, and follow playful clues along the Anacostia River. Whether it’s your first Red Rover Movement scavenger hunt or you’re one of our returning pros, you’ll experience our signature blend of movement, play, and community impact — all set against the - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Matches 35+36 - Featuring Broken Bones](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-matches-3536-featuring-broken-bones-23922/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Matches 29+30 - Featuring Nox! - April 2](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-matches-2930-featuring-nox-april-2-23919/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Matches 33+34 - Featuring Madeline](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-matches-3334-featuring-madeline-23921/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Matches 31+32 - Featuring Uncle Gorgeous](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-matches-3132-featuring-uncle-gorgeous-23920/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Sing-Along: Earth, Wind & Choir](https://www.popville.com/events/sing-along-earth-wind-choir-23925/) - A People’s Choir DC is a themed sing-along. The theme for our April sing-along is “Earth, Wind & Choir” - We'll be singing songs that invoke the natural elements of earth, wind, fire, or water (or Earth in general). Learn more, RSVP, and submit your song ideas on the website: apcdc.weebly.com. It's free! Hope to - [Farmer’s Market SW Grand Opening at The Wharf](https://www.popville.com/events/farmers-market-sw-grand-opening-at-the-wharf-23906/) - Celebrate the grand opening of Farmer’s Market SW at The Wharf with a ribbon cutting, live music, local vendors, and giveaways along the waterfront. Farmer’s Market SW is celebrating its grand opening at The Wharf on April 4. The event will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Charles Allen and Andrew Son, followed by a lively - ["Going for Zero" Book Signing with Carl Elefante, FAIA (AIA Global Campus)](https://www.popville.com/events/going-for-zero-book-signing-with-carl-elefante-faia-aia-global-campus-23892/) - Event Description: What does it take to build a zero-carbon future? Join the American Institute of Architects at the AIA Global Campus for Architecture & Design® for an evening with Carl Elefante, FAIA, FAPT—one of the profession’s leading voices on sustainability, preservation, and climate action. Centered on his latest book, Going for Zero, this conversation - [IMPROVISATIONS: Abstract works by Maryanne Pollock](https://www.popville.com/events/improvisations-abstract-works-by-maryanne-pollock-23883/) - DC artist Maryanne Pollock, like her quasi-namesake Jackson (no relation and spelt differently), habitually deploys jazz music as the soundtrack for her work. For her third show at the newly named Tiny Artspace (a wall within Tiny Vinyl Shop), Pollock brings an array of musical abstractions on paper. As always, Tiny aims to make art - [Smut Slam DC: Spring Fever](https://www.popville.com/events/smut-slam-dc-spring-fever-23879/) - Play sexy games, win sexy prizes at this inclusive real-life storytelling open mic-- a rowdy, warm, welcoming pub night out! How it works: This is a storytelling OPEN MIC– that means you’re the show! Audience members can sign up to tell a 5 minute story about something real AND CONSENSUAL that happened to them in - [DC Natives April “First Flower Friday” Garden Party](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-natives-april-first-flower-friday-garden-party-23876/) - Come celebrate the arrival of spring with DC Natives (DCN) on April 3 at 6pm for a pet and child friendly gathering to build community, share small bites & drinks, and participate in a seed & plant swap at 2026’s inaugural First Flower Friday (FFF) social gathering! We’re kicking off this year’s FFF series of - [Spring Pilates Series (Chevy Chase)](https://www.popville.com/events/spring-pilates-series-chevy-chase-23867/) - Start your weekend with a FREE outdoor Pilates Class at The Collection! Join us Apr 25, May 2 & 9 for guided class, DJ set, & juice bar. Start your morning with movement, music, and fresh air at The Collection. Join us on the Tiered Plaza for a refreshing outdoor Pilates experience designed to energize - [Game Night at The Stacks](https://www.popville.com/events/game-night-at-the-stacks-23873/) - Game Night at The Stacks, trivia style with J Steet Trivia! Join us on April 30, 2026, at 6:00 PM for a fun-filled evening of brain teasing knowledge. Come by yourself and join a team or bring a team of friends with you! It's a perfect opportunity to unwind, socialize, and enjoy some friendly competition. - [Yoga at The Stacks](https://www.popville.com/events/yoga-at-the-stacks-23872/) - Join us for a rejuvenating evening of yoga at The Stacks, where we'll stretch, breathe, and find our Zen together on April 16, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Release your stress and find your inner peace. No experience necessary, just bring your mat and an open mind. Let's flow together and unwind from the day. See - [Intelligent Office Manassas Grand Opening Event](https://www.popville.com/events/intelligent-office-manassas-grand-opening-event-23860/) - Intelligent Office, a leading provider of flexible workplace solutions for small businesses and startups, will celebrate the grand opening of its new Manassas location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community event on April 2, 2026, at 2 p.m. The celebration will take place at 10550 Linden Lake Plaza, Suite 300, in partnership with the Prince - [No ICE HQ in DC: Community Organizing Meeting (Anacostia)](https://www.popville.com/events/no-ice-hq-in-dc-community-organizing-meeting-anacostia-23870/) - The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is trying to quietly get away with constructing a new $300 million headquarters for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) right here in our city on the St. Elizabeth’s campus in Congress Heights. This facility was initially scheduled to be completed in 2027 and will serve as a hub for - [No ICE HQ in DC: Community Organizing Meeting](https://www.popville.com/events/no-ice-hq-in-dc-community-organizing-meeting-23869/) - The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is trying to quietly get away with constructing a new $300 million headquarters for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) right here in our city on the St. Elizabeth’s campus in Congress Heights. This facility was initially scheduled to be completed in 2027 and will serve as a hub for - [Visiting Writers Series: Patricia Coral](https://www.popville.com/events/visiting-writers-series-patricia-coral-23866/) - Please save the date for our final Visiting Writer this spring, AU alumn Patricia Coral! The event will take place on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 7 pm in SIS Founders Room. Patricia Coral is the author of the memoir Women Surrounded by Water, longlisted for the 2024 National Book Critics Circle Award in Autobiography. - [Travel Smart, Live Well: Senior Social](https://www.popville.com/events/travel-smart-live-well-senior-social-23864/) - Join goDCgo on April 14 for our first Senior Social, a fun and engaging event designed to help older adults learn about safe, reliable, and affordable ways to get around the District! Connect with local vendors offering valuable information on transportation resources and services tailored to seniors. Whether you're looking to explore new travel options, - [Travel Smart, Live Well: Senior Social](https://www.popville.com/events/travel-smart-live-well-senior-social-23863/) - Join goDCgo on April 8 for our first Senior Social, a fun and engaging event designed to help older adults learn about safe, reliable, and affordable ways to get around the District! Connect with local vendors offering valuable information on transportation resources and services tailored to seniors. Whether you're looking to explore new travel options, - [Profs & Pints DC: Fake News and War of the Worlds](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-fake-news-and-war-of-the-worlds-23858/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Fake News and War of the Worlds,” a look at an infamous Orson Welles broadcast as an early lesson on mass media’s dangers, with Daniel H. Foster, associate professor and chair of liberal arts at Johns Hopkins University’s Peabody Institute. On the evening of October 30th, 1938, somewhere between 6 - [DC Comedy Club Show & Celebration](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-comedy-club-show-celebration-23856/) - Vintage Vibes. Timeless Laughs Get Ready for DC Comedy Club Launch! We're kicking off something awesome in Washington, DC! Follow us @ IG DCcomedyclub. Think vintage vibes, comedy with a touch of class, and a room that invites you to dress up, step out, and be transported. Picture a 1950s-inspired atmosphere à la The Marvelous - [Conservatory Classic Jazz Band](https://www.popville.com/events/conservatory-classic-jazz-band-23855/) - The PRJC's monthly Jam Session - the "house" band is a top-notch talented group of traditional jazz musicians. An easily accessible location, the restaurant is 2 blocks from the Red Line Metro's Friendship Heights stop, with free valet parking available. Jammers and students get in FREE - that's right, no charge if you play or - [Cupboards Cabaret](https://www.popville.com/events/cupboards-cabaret-23844/) - SPRING has SPRUNG. And it's time to get your tickets for our Friday, April 17th show at 7:30-9:00PM at KBird Bar on 14th Street (inside the Studio Theater). What are we bringing this time?? A beautiful song and dance, PUPPETS, DRAG, PUPPETS IN DRAG, puppets in drag doing a beautiful song and dance, and more! - [DC Natives "First Flower Friday" Garden Party](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-natives-first-flower-friday-garden-party-23794/) - Come celebrate the arrival of spring with DC Natives (DCN) on April 3 at 6pm for a pet and child friendly gathering to build community, share small bites & drinks, and participate in a seed & plant swap at 2026’s inaugural First Flower Friday social gathering! We’re kicking off this year’s FFF series of events - [Ahoy, NoMa: A Nautical Fundraiser for Washington Improv Theater](https://www.popville.com/events/ahoy-noma-a-nautical-fundraiser-for-washington-improv-theater-23785/) - Cast off with Washington Improv Theater for Ahoy, NoMa!--a nautical-themed fundraiser celebrating our new theater in our new neighborhood! As we prepare to drop anchor in NoMa, we’re inviting our community to celebrate with an evening of costumes, music, dancing, cocktails, and delicious tacos from Little Miner. Show up as a pirate, a mermaid, or - [Extreme Cleanup at Randolph Hills Local Park](https://www.popville.com/events/extreme-cleanup-at-randolph-hills-local-park-23780/) - Join Rock Creek Conservancy, the National Park Service, and Stream Team Leader Lisa Cunningham for a litter removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park. Trash is the visible form of stormwater pollution, a major threat to water quality and park health and its removal makes the parklands cleaner, safer, and more beautiful for all. This - [Extreme Cleanup at Aspen Hill Park with Potomac Conservancy](https://www.popville.com/events/extreme-cleanup-at-aspen-hill-park-with-potomac-conservancy-23779/) - Join Rock Creek Conservancy, Potomac Conservancy, and Montgomery Parks for a litter removal restoration event at Aspen Hill Local Park. Trash is the visible form of stormwater pollution, a major threat to water quality and park health and its removal makes the parklands cleaner, safer, and more beautiful for all. This event is part of - [Extreme Cleanup at Glenmont Local Park](https://www.popville.com/events/extreme-cleanup-at-glenmont-local-park-23781/) - Join Rock Creek Conservancy and Montgomery Parks for a litter removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park. Trash is the visible form of stormwater pollution, a major threat to water quality and park health and its removal makes the parklands cleaner, safer, and more beautiful for all. This event is part of the Annual Rock - [Extreme Cleanup at the Carter Barron Amphitheater](https://www.popville.com/events/extreme-cleanup-at-the-carter-barron-amphitheater-23778/) - Please join Rock Creek Conservancy and the National Park Service for a cleanup of the Carter Barron amphitheater. We will remove debris, paint, clear leaf litter, weed, sweep, and trim back invasive plants, helping preserve the amphitheater while it awaits future restoration. This is a unique opportunity to get a 'behind the scenes' look at - [Extreme Cleanup at the Carter Barron](https://www.popville.com/events/extreme-cleanup-at-the-carter-barron-23777/) - Join Rock Creek Conservancy, the National Park Service, and Stream Team Leader Valerie Fitton-Kane for a litter removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park. Trash is the visible form of stormwater pollution, a major threat to water quality and park health and its removal makes the parklands cleaner, safer, and more beautiful for all. This - [Extreme Cleanup at Picnic Grove #1](https://www.popville.com/events/extreme-cleanup-at-picnic-grove-1-23776/) - Join Rock Creek Conservancy, the National Park Service, and Blue Planet Scuba for a litter removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park. Trash is the visible form of stormwater pollution, a major threat to water quality and park health and its removal makes the parklands cleaner, safer, and more beautiful for all. This event is - [Profs & Pints DC: Exploring the Deep Sea](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-exploring-the-deep-sea-23772/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Exploring the Deep Sea,” a scholarly dive into an enormous and little-understood ecosystem, with Melissa Betters, deep ocean explorer and deep-sea biologist at the Smithsonian Natural History Museum. If you’re afraid of the deepest, darkest reaches of the ocean, you aren’t alone. For centuries, humans have imagined the ocean’s depths - [Profs & Pints DC: Cuba, Our Closest Enemy](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-cuba-our-closest-enemy-23771/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Cuba, Our Closest Enemy,” on our country’s volatile relationship with an island nation off Florida’s coast, with William M. LeoGrande, professor of government at American University and leading expert on U.S.-Cuban relations. The United States and Cuba are fractious neighbors who can’t get along but can’t move away from one - [Yoga in the Sculpture Garden](https://www.popville.com/events/yoga-in-the-sculpture-garden-23765/) - Join instructor Jeneen Piccuirro for a one hour all-levels yoga practice in our serene outdoor Sculpture Garden. Know before you go: Please bring your own yoga mat, water, and any other yoga props you wish to use. During practice, the use of cell phones and taking photos/videos is strictly prohibited. This class will be held - [Garden Supply Pop-up Shop](https://www.popville.com/events/garden-supply-pop-up-shop-23769/) - Green thumbs! Flower Fanatics! Outdoor Aficionados! Visit our reuse warehouse during regular store hours Friday–Sunday, April 17–19, for deals on garden tools, pots, décor, and more while supplies last. As you ponder your spring garden tasks, see what materials you can buy reused and save money while helping us reduce landfill waste and conserve natural - [Side-By-Side: Stewart Goodyear Plays Gershwin](https://www.popville.com/events/side-by-side-stewart-goodyear-plays-gershwin-23766/) - Celebrate Mother's Day with a Side-by-Side orchestra concert with the Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic and Youth Orchestra on May 10 at 3pm, Schlesinger Concert Hall, featuring famous pianist Stewart Goodyear. Tickets are $45 per adult and $5 per child, and are on sale now at wmpamusic.org. Program includes Hymn for Everyone by Jessie Montgomery, Piano Concerto - [Profs & Pints DC: The Course of the Appalachian Trail](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-the-course-of-the-appalachian-trail-23768/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Course of the Appalachian Trail,” on the fascinating past and uncertain future of a beloved wilderness trail and national park, with Mills Kelly, emeritus professor of history at George Mason University and author of A Hiker’s History of the Appalachian Trail. Spring brings people flocking back to the Appalachian - [The Sonic Alchemist: Where Jazz Meets Indian Classical](https://www.popville.com/events/the-sonic-alchemist-where-jazz-meets-indian-classical-23767/) - For one night only, enjoy cross-cultural storytelling with a live band in an intimate, BYOB venue. ​An evening of story telling and live performances, featuring an improvised music group that combines Indian Folk music and Jazz. Led by Indian guitar player Eshaan Sood on guitar the band features Annie Orzen on Piano, Ivan Demarjian on - [Profs & Pints DC: Facing Fascism](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-facing-fascism-23759/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Facing Fascism,” on the history, hallmarks, and lingering power of a deadly ideology, with Kevin Matthews, professor of history at George Mason University and teacher of courses on early 20th century European history. Few political movements have aroused as much anger and fear as fascism. But despite its legacy of - [Jazz at The Kreeger | Jonathan Saraga Quartet](https://www.popville.com/events/jazz-at-the-kreeger-jonathan-saraga-quartet-23756/) - In collaboration with Elijah Jamal Balbed, The Kreeger Museum is honored and thrilled to present Jazz at The Kreeger, a series that furthers our mission to share music across the city. Now in its sixth year, this series supports and spotlights the wealth of musical talent in our metropolitan area. Jonathan Saraga - trumpet Joshua - [Lesson Zero plays Afterlife 360](https://www.popville.com/events/lesson-zero-plays-afterlife-360-23750/) - Oasis recording artist LESSON ZERO plays Afterlife 360, 8090 Sudley Rd., Manassas, Va. April 25 from 8 to 12:00. Admission is free and parking is available. For more information, see www.youtuybe.com/lessonzero - [Earth Day Every Day Festival (Lee Heights Shops)](https://www.popville.com/events/earth-day-every-day-festival-lee-heights-shops-23720/) - Come celebrate Earth Day on Langston for our 5th annual Earth Day Every Day Festival held on Sunday, April 26 from 11-5 pm in front of Lee Heights Shops. This is a FREE, fun family friendly festival. Enjoy live music, a large arts market and fun eco centered educaiton and programming! - [Fundraiser and Mixer for Planned Parenthood](https://www.popville.com/events/fundraiser-and-mixer-for-planned-parenthood-23723/) - Come on out to Dew Drop Inn on April 2 from 6-8pm to support Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington. There will be free Planned Parenthood swag and name tags so you can mingle with other reproductive rights supporters. A $5 donation is requested! - [Dinner Note](https://www.popville.com/events/dinner-note-23721/) - Gallaudet University presents a groundbreaking production that exposes layers of history, trauma, and joy within the Black Deaf experience. Dinner Note tells the story of JR, a Black Deaf high school sophomore whose creative project is challenged by his teacher. When a note is sent home, JR and his family gather over Sunday dinner to - [That's So Vintage](https://www.popville.com/events/thats-so-vintage-23714/) - That's So Vintage at The Square is D.C.’s biannual vintage show featuring some of the best vintage collectors and curators on the East Coast. Dealers specialize in a variety of eras and aesthetics, with collections featuring antique jewelry, 1920s slip dresses, midcentury lighters, 80s eccentric needlepoint, 50s workwear, 70s graphic tees, cameras, rare Y2K designer - [Anacostia River Festival](https://www.popville.com/events/anacostia-river-festival-23703/) - Join us at the Anacostia River Festival on Saturday, May 16th, 2–6 PM at Anacostia Park, DC! This year’s festival uplifts the communities whose culture, resilience, and vision helped build our nation while honoring America’s 250th anniversary honoring the founding mothers! - [🌸 Takoma Collective x Brookland Arts Walk – Cherry Blossom Family Fun Day 🌸](https://www.popville.com/events/takoma-collective-x-brookland-arts-walk-cherry-blossom-family-fun-day-23702/) - Celebrate peak cherry blossom season at the Cherry Blossom Market & Family Fun Day! We're featuring 20+ local vendors, art and vintage finds, delicious food, free kids’ activities, and a puppet show — all while supporting local artists and small businesses on Brookland's Arts Walk. Event details: • Sunday, March 29 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m. - [Sip & Script: Modern Calligraphy for Beginners](https://www.popville.com/events/sip-script-modern-calligraphy-for-beginners-23693/) - Celebrate the season in true cherry blossom spirit at the Museum of Illusions DC. This spring, join Sip & Script for a beginner-friendly Modern Calligraphy workshop inspired by the beauty, softness, and fleeting elegance of DC’s most iconic bloom. Set within the immersive world of illusions, this hands-on experience invites you to slow down, enjoy - [Sip & Script: Modern Calligraphy for Beginners](https://www.popville.com/events/sip-script-modern-calligraphy-for-beginners-23694/) - Celebrate the season in true cherry blossom spirit at the Museum of Illusions DC. This spring, join Sip & Script for a beginner-friendly Modern Calligraphy workshop inspired by the beauty, softness, and fleeting elegance of DC’s most iconic bloom. Set within the immersive world of illusions, this hands-on experience invites you to slow down, enjoy - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 24 - Featuring LIZARD GIRL](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-24-featuring-lizard-girl-23681/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 23 - Featuring Uncle Gorgeous](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-23-featuring-uncle-gorgeous-23680/) - Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's legendary tournament. Each match features a headlining performance by a WIT ensemble, Harold team, or - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 25 - Featuring The Broken Bones](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-25-featuring-the-broken-bones-23682/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 27 - Featuring The Hypothesis - March 29](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-27-featuring-the-hypothesis-march-29-23686/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 26 - Featuring Earth, Wind & Tired](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-26-featuring-earth-wind-tired-23685/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 28 - Featuring Madeline](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-28-featuring-madeline-23688/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 22 - Featuring Hellcat - March 27](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-22-featuring-hellcat-march-27-23679/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Profs & Pints DC: Goddess of Spring and the Underworld](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-goddess-of-spring-and-the-underworld-23683/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “Goddess of Spring and the Underworld,” an introduction to the Greek goddess Persephone in her many incarnations, with Brittany Warman, former instructor at Ohio State University and co-founder of the Carterhaugh School of Folklore and the Fantastic. Join Brittany Warman, who has earned a huge following among Profs and Pints - [20th Anniversary Beat Ya Feet Kings Celebration](https://www.popville.com/events/20th-anniversary-beat-ya-feet-kings-celebration-23678/) - Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Beat Ya Feet Kings—honoring the pioneers and architects of the DMV’s iconic dance movement. This special evening brings together the community for a cultural experience featuring live music, high-energy performances, food, vendors, and an exclusive meet and greet with legendary figures of the Beat Ya Feet scene. Hosted at - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 21 - Featuring iMusical](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-21-featuring-imusical-23676/) - Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's legendary tournament. Each match features a headlining performance by a WIT ensemble, Harold team, or - [The Stage at Union Station presents Hot Mess Trio](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-hot-mess-trio-23675/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Taking place during Union Station in Bloom, visit unionstationdc.com for more events celebrating the district’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival and spring season. - [The Stage at Union Station presents The District Strings](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-the-district-strings-23674/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series at Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Taking place during Union Station in Bloom, visit unionstationdc.com for more events celebrating the district’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival and spring season. - [Nalgotika Nite](https://www.popville.com/events/nalgotika-nite-23673/) - 🪩🍓Fresitas🍓🪩 we’re turning ➡️ into🕷️🕸️Nalgotikas🕷️🕸️ Join us for a gnarly night at @haydeesrestaurant with some of our favorite performers featuring @majewithamate @mvertofutura @pmmaire @loslocos.dc @xxdeadluxx Featuring art by iconic artist, @salvadorubio23 Let’s rave together to raise funds for immigrant families! ¡Arriba las rockeras! 🗓️: Sat, March 28th ⏰: 6:30–Late 🧛🏼‍♀️ 📍: 3102 Mt Pleasant St - [Spring Garden Party](https://www.popville.com/events/spring-garden-party-23665/) - Join us for a memorable evening of seasonally curated farm cuisine prepared by a local chef. Enjoy live music, Spring season, and community! Help us fundraise for food justice in the LeDroit Park neighborhood. - [Running of the Chihuahuas](https://www.popville.com/events/running-of-the-chihuahuas-23659/) - The Running of the Chihuahuas returns to The Wharf on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 2-5PM! This free event features the iconic Chihuahua races, Pacifico Beer Garden, a DJ, adoptable pet parade, and so much more! - [District Sounds 2026](https://www.popville.com/events/district-sounds-2026-23661/) - District Sounds 2026 returns on April 18th at The Wharf, building on last year’s vibrant mix of hip-hop, cumbia, flamenco, and house. This year’s festival brings together students from local public schools and world‑class performers, featuring a flamenco‑versus‑tap showcase, a shamanic Argentine orchestra, and an unprecedented finale with ODDISEE and the Georgetown University Orchestra. - [Vintage Housewares Pop-Up](https://www.popville.com/events/vintage-housewares-pop-up-23631/) - March 28 & 29, the garage at Garlic Girl Vintage will be transformed into a Flip Flop Caravan showroom, brimming with vintage home décor & furnishings for your shopping pleasure. Expect small-scale furniture perfect for city living & uniquely configured homes, ready-to-hang artwork & wall accents that instantly add character, sculptural table objects that double - [The Cost of Freedom - Artist Talk + Open Studio Dialogue & Close of Show](https://www.popville.com/events/the-cost-of-freedom-artist-talk-open-studio-dialogue-close-of-show-23655/) - The COST OF DISCIPLESHIP Description and Theme This exhibition explores the complex issues surrounding freedom, responsibility, and the seductive nature of dogma. It celebrates the resilient human spirit through stories of personal growth and collective struggles for social justice and liberation. The exhibition also delves into the dangers of oppressive systems and the universal search - [The Last Ride: A Farewell to the DC Streetcar](https://www.popville.com/events/the-last-ride-a-farewell-to-the-dc-streetcar-23654/) - As the DC Streetcar approaches its final stop, a local gallery is hosting “The Last Ride,” a send-off with live music, drinks, and open mic eulogies. It’s happening March 29 on H Street NE and taps into a decade of debate and neighborhood change. Thought it might be a fun DC story. Full details below: - [MWABA Tandem Captain Training](https://www.popville.com/events/mwaba-tandem-captain-training-23652/) - Cyclists needed! Learn how to tandem bike with the Metro Washington Association of Blind Athletes (gomwaba.org)! Stop by our training on 4/23 at the Eastern Market Metro anytime between 5:30-7:30 p.m. to experience the fun and camaraderie of tandem biking! We ride on Thursday nights from Eastern Market, Friday nights in Bethesda, and some weekends, - [Book Talk: Craig Fehrman — THIS VAST ENTERPRISE](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-craig-fehrman-this-vast-enterprise-23650/) - A major revisionist history of the Lewis and Clark expedition: For the first time in a generation, This Vast Enterprise offers a fresh and more accurate account of one of the most important episodes in American history, humanizing forgotten figures and shattering long-held myths. Celebrated young historian Craig Fehrman, whose first book, Author in Chief, - [Book Talk: Megan Garber — Screen People](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-megan-garber-screen-people-23648/) - This event will be in partnership with The Atlantic. From the popular and award-winning staff writer for The Atlantic, an eye-opening look at how the current media landscape has incentivized us to see our fellow citizens as characters in an ongoing entertainment—and how we can fight back against this phenomenon. Whether it’s our reality-television-star President - [Book Talk: Sara Hall — For the Love of the Grind](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-sara-hall-for-the-love-of-the-grind-23649/) - Sara Hall shares the story of her record-breaking career and her unconventional path to motherhood via adoption, all while battling insecurities, injuries, and doubters. Sara Hall has been a fixture atop American distance running for more than two decades: first as a national high school champion, then as an NCAA star at Stanford University, and - [Book Talk: Marisa Renee Lee — WAITING FOR DAWN](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-marisa-renee-lee-waiting-for-dawn-23647/) - Author Marisa Renee Lee shares how to care for yourself during uncertain times—a disorienting emotional period when life is fundamentally altered without your consent, in prose Maggie Smith deems "nothing short of a miracle and just what we need right now.” In Waiting for Dawn, bestselling author Marisa Renee Lee reveals how to prioritize and - [Book Talk: Manil Suri — A Room in Bombay](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-manil-suri-a-room-in-bombay-23646/) - A best-selling novelist turns to memoir in this compelling story of a son’s love, a mother’s obsession, and the malevolent grip of the past. Indian American author Manil Suri grew up in a large crumbling apartment in Bombay (now Mumbai) which his parents, who were Hindu, shared with three Muslim families. Their single room, at - [Book Talk: Virginia Richards — The Inner Passage](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-virginia-richards-the-inner-passage-23645/) - A deeply moving photographic and narrative history of a southern waterway that the enslaved were forced to build for mercantile shipping—but which they used to escape slavery. Some of the earliest canals in colonial America, referred to as the Inner Passage, were constructed by enslaved people living in the Lowcountry of South Carolina in the - [Book Talk: Zach Powers — THE MIGRAINE DIARIES](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-zach-powers-the-migraine-diaries-23644/) - With lyrical prose and a deeply empathetic voice, The Migraine Diaries offers a raw, unflinching look at the impact of chronic illness on the human spirit. When a 30-something man experiences his first migraine at the funeral for his best friend, his life within a close-knit friend group threatens to come undone. He must navigate - [Book Talk: Chandrani Ghosh — HEARTLINES](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-chandrani-ghosh-heartlines-23643/) - Sharmila Basu has curated the perfect life. He is the one variable she never planned for. As an Indian American political journalist, Sharmila appears to be living the ultimate American Dream: a high-powered career, vintage wardrobe and a swanky home in the power corridors of Washington, DC. She lives with her boyfriend, America's reigning heartthrob - [Book Talk: Molly Irani — Service Ready](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-molly-irani-service-ready-23642/) - Molly Irani, the visionary cofounder of the James Beard Award–winning restaurant Chai Pani, shares her passion for hospitality and story of building a thriving business that puts people first. Growing up with parents who owned a restaurant, Molly understood the power of service but also had a keen understanding of the industry’s challenges. When her - [Book Talk: Sarah Isgur — LAST BRANCH STANDING](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-sarah-isgur-last-branch-standing-23641/) - A myth-busting glimpse into the inner workings of the Supreme Court, revealing what we get wrong about the Roberts Court, what the justices' clerks gossip about, and how to fix a court in crisis—from the popular ABC news pundit and top legal podcaster "Isgur has all your answers in these smart, snappy, clear-eyed pages.” —Stacy - [Book Talk: Lanny J. Davis — FINDING THE THIRD WAY](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-lanny-j-davis-finding-the-third-way-23640/) - From befriending George W. Bush and Hillary Clinton at Yale to defending Bill Clinton and earning a reputation as “the da Vinci of spin,” a legendary political adviser takes readers behind the curtain of three decades of US history, the decline of civility in the Trump era, and how both parties can regain their faith - [Book Talk: Nancy Lemann — The Oyster Diaries](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-nancy-lemann-the-oyster-diaries-23639/) - From the author of the cult classic Lives of the Saints, a diaristic novel of middle-aged reckoning that roves from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans, from court records to Don Giovanni, all of it riotously narrated by one of American fiction’s most singular voices. Delery Anhalt—middle-aged, prone to “embroidering everything into vast ideals” like Don - [Book Talk: Kevin Hazzard — NO ONE'S COMING](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-kevin-hazzard-no-ones-coming-23638/) - From the award-winning author of American Sirens and A Thousand Naked Strangers comes a real-life thriller about the most daring rescue in air-medical history. JULY 2014. Two American medical volunteers who joined the fight against the deadliest Ebola outbreak in world history have gotten infected. The virus kills in just over a week and they’re - [Book Talk: Susan Page — The Queen and Her Presidents](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-susan-page-the-queen-and-her-presidents-23637/) - The Crown meets The West Wing in this illuminating history that chronicles the largely unknown story of Queen Elizabeth II’s relationship with thirteen American presidents, from Harry S. Truman to Donald J. Trump, and changed world history. No American or foreign leader has met with as many sitting presidents as Queen Elizabeth II. Her Royal - [Rabih Alameddine — The Penguin Book of the International Short Story](https://www.popville.com/events/rabih-alameddine-the-penguin-book-of-the-international-short-story-23636/) - Named a Most Anticipated Book of 2026 by Literary Hub The best in short fiction from around the world, from celebrated anthologist and author John Freeman and award-winning novelist Rabih Alameddine In The Penguin Book of the International Short Story, writers from different nations, languages, and sensibilities come together in a globe-spanning and long overdue - [Tiki Vinyl Night](https://www.popville.com/events/tiki-vinyl-night-23628/) - DJ Cinema Hearts is back with a new vinyl night! Summer starts early with a 1960s tropical beach party at Tiki on 18th in Adams Morgan, D.C. Enjoy a Mai Tai or Zombie while listening to classic tiki, surf, and exotica music on vinyl by artists like Dick Dale, The Challengers, The Ventures, Arthur Lyman, - [Funny Arabs & Friends](https://www.popville.com/events/funny-arabs-friends-23627/) - FUNNY ARABS (and FRIENDS!) BY ROLA Z A DC Stand-up Comedy series featuring an Arab-American Line up of DMV, NYC, LA comedians. Hilarious performers you have seen at the DC Improv, Kennedy Center, NYC Gotham Comedy Club, Yalla Punk Festival, The Moth, Peacock TV and more! For one night only, join us for hilariousness featuring - [Veterans United Home Loans Hosts Vietnam War Veterans Day Celebration](https://www.popville.com/events/veterans-united-home-loans-hosts-vietnam-war-veterans-day-celebration-22981/) - WHO: Veterans United Home Loans; Gary Sinise and The Lt. Dan Band; Rob Riggle (master of ceremonies); Craig Morgan; The Military District of Washington's Army Field Band; Vietnam Veterans of all service branches. WHAT: A large-scale National Welcome Home Celebration honoring Vietnam Veterans, featuring a ceremonial Welcome Walk down Constitution Avenue and a tribute concert - [Brittany Carney & the Hatchlings (at the Woke Mob Comedy Festival)](https://www.popville.com/events/brittany-carney-the-hatchlings-at-the-woke-mob-comedy-festival-23623/) - Well, well, well, guess who came wandering on home? It's Brittany Carney (HBO, Adult Swim, Comedy Central)! Brittany is a comedian, actor, and writer based in New York City. She began standup comedy in DC and is now tours nationally as a growing headliner. Vulture Magazine has listed Brittany as a Comedian You Should and - [Meet & Eat with the Easter Bunny](https://www.popville.com/events/meet-eat-with-the-easter-bunny-23577/) - Saturday March 28th & Sunday the 29th at Hen Quarter Prime, 11am - 1pm. SomeBUNNY is coming to brunch… hop on over to Hen Quarter Prime to Meet & Eat with the Easter Bunny on March 28th and 29th! Enjoy face painting, our endless All Y’all Can Brunch, snap a photo with the big bunny - [Robert Freimark: A Journey Through America](https://www.popville.com/events/robert-freimark-a-journey-through-america-23578/) - As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, these 50 prints of 50 states present a visual narrative of America as a collection of distinct, yet interconnected places. Through bold color and crafted through personal experiences, this series captures the spirit, diversity, and evolution of our shared national story. - [Planet Money Live](https://www.popville.com/events/planet-money-live-23593/) - Join the NPR podcast PLANET MONEY for a one-night-only event to celebrate the publication of the new book, PLANET MONEY: A Guide to the Economic Forces that Shape Your Life. Featuring PLANET MONEY contributor Alex Mayyasi, co-host Jeff Guo, Jack Corbett, and economist Joseph Politano, and an interactive audience Q&A. Every ticket holder will receive - [Book Talk: Frank Thorp V — After the Riot](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-frank-thorp-v-after-the-riot-23592/) - This event is co-sponsored by the White House News Photographers Association (WHNPA). The hardcover book is 120 pages of the large format photography work done as a part of the two award-winning pieces documenting the aftermath of the January 6th, 2021 attack on the US Capitol. The photos and portraits (some of which have never - [Omelette Bar](https://www.popville.com/events/omelette-bar-23615/) - As part of the Woke Mob Comedy Festival, Crackin' Up Open Mic presents a buffet serving up DC's hottest queer comics, with a percentage of proceeds to the DC LGBTQ+ Center! - [Pop-up Trivia on the Farm](https://www.popville.com/events/pop-up-trivia-on-the-farm-23621/) - Join our puzzle-obsessed hosts as they deliver a night of custom trivia questions, themed rounds, and plenty of portmanteaus on the farm. Each round is uniquely crafted for a fun and fast-paced experience that wraps up in under two hours – that’s right, it’s one of the quickest trivia nights in the city. Grab your - [Profs & Pints DC: Eugenics Then and Now](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-eugenics-then-and-now-23586/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: "Eugenics Then and Now,” on a dangerous movement in science and its lessons for current research, with Carlo Quintanilla, molecular biologist and health science policy analyst at the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. Global concerns about the return of eugenic thinking were reignited by - [Profs & Pints DC: What Digital Detectives Find](https://www.popville.com/events/profs-pints-dc-what-digital-detectives-find-23614/) - Profs and Pints DC presents: “What Digital Detectives Find,” on the afterlife of your digital data and the methods of those who investigate it, with Jim Jones, associate professor at George Mason University and cyber security and digital forensics expert. What happens when you delete digital data such as a picture, video, or email message? - [DC Natives Garden Workshop: Seeds, Soil & Plant Division in Capitol View](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-natives-garden-workshop-seeds-soil-plant-division-in-capitol-view-23619/) - DC Natives (DCN) is hosting a FREE, child and pet friendly pollinator garden workshop one block from the Capitol Heights Metro on March 28 from noon-2 pm. DCN will also be giving away native plants to help attendees support more pollinators in their gardens. DCN Block Captains will demonstrate the sheet mulching method of soil - [Pre-No Kings Dance Party!](https://www.popville.com/events/pre-no-kings-dance-party-23610/) - Dance Against DOGE will be holding our weekly dance rally on Saturday, March 28th. 54 weeks of protest, community, and refusing to give up. Let’s make No Kings the BIGGEST, BADDEST, display of regular people standing with and for each other. Or in our case, dancing with and for each other. Bring a friend to - [Book Talk: Nicholas Enrich — INTO THE WOOD CHIPPER](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-nicholas-enrich-into-the-wood-chipper-23609/) - “A gripping page-turner that doubles as both a warning and an inspiration.” —Samantha Power, winner of the Pulitzer Prize A Civil Servant Discovers His Breaking Point when the Trump Administration’s Cruelty and Indifference Threaten to Violate the Oath He Swore to Uphold Nicholas Enrich had finally achieved his lifelong dream: becoming USAID’s lead official for - [Book Talk: Emily Dufton — Addiction, Inc.](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-emily-dufton-addiction-inc-23608/) - How the war on drugs created the gold standard treatment for addiction—until America’s opioid crisis got privatized for profit, to the detriment of patients. Despite epidemic levels of overdoses in the United States, by 2020, only twenty percent of Americans suffering from opioid use disorder (OUD) received medication-assisted treatment (MAT), the gold standard of addiction - [Book Talk: Kat Rosenfield — How to Survive in the Woods](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-kat-rosenfield-how-to-survive-in-the-woods-23607/) - Wild meets The Wife Between Us in this page-turning thriller, set in Maine's Hundred Mile Wilderness—the treacherous final stretch of the storied Appalachian Trail—an addictive tale of passion, betrayal, control, and what it means to survive. Raised by a doomsday prepper and hardened by the startup world, Emma Sharp has learned how to endure—especially in - [Book Talk: Noam Scheiber — Mutiny](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-noam-scheiber-mutiny-23606/) - The story of a disillusioned generation that set out to reclaim its dignity and take on corporate America. In recent years, young college grads have faced an alarming reality: crushing debt, unemployment, and jobs below their qualifications. They are frustrated that the time and money they invested in a degree have failed to bring about - [Book Talk: Andrew Guthrie Ferguson — Your Data Will Be Used Against You](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-andrew-guthrie-ferguson-your-data-will-be-used-against-you-23605/) - Interrogates how digital self-surveillance can be turned against us by police, prosecutors, and political whims For consumers living in a digitally-connected world, smart technologies have built an inescapable trap of digital self-surveillance. Smart cars, smart homes, smart watches, and smart medical devices track our most private activities and intimate patterns. While these devices allow users - [Book Talk: Peter S. Canellos — Revenge for the Sixties](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-peter-s-canellos-revenge-for-the-sixties-23604/) - The first-ever biography of the most pivotal Justice on the Supreme Court whose decisions, like the overturning of Roe, will drive the reshaping of America, by prize-winning journalist Peter Canellos. When the Supreme Court handed down its decision in Dobbs v. Jackson, the landmark case overturning Roe v. Wade, it marked a turning point in - [Book Talk: Marion Winik — FIRST COMES LOVE](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-marion-winik-first-comes-love-23603/) - The 30th Anniversary Edition of this classic memoir includes a new introduction by the author. A heartbreaking and hilarious memoir by the longtime All Things Considered commentator charts the trajectory of a marriage so impossible that it became inevitable. "Gritty, funny, moving, horrific, outrageous—and, above all, fearlessly honest.... ultimately a joyous story." —Newsday When Marion - [Book Talk: Michael Edison Hayden — Strange People on the Hill](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-michael-edison-hayden-strange-people-on-the-hill-23602/) - A gripping story that reveals what happened to a small American town when an influential white nationalist group relocated its headquarters there, illustrating how radical changes in American politics impact our psyches and divide our communities When the white nationalist group VDARE used dark money to purchase a historic castle overlooking Berkeley Springs in West - [Book Talk: Nora Lange — DAY CARE](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-nora-lange-day-care-23601/) - From award-winning author Nora Lange comes a ransacking of the house of motherhood and matrimony. Nora Lange’s debut novel, Us Fools, was praised as the “Great American Novel” by Molly Young in The New York Times, and “a razor-sharp critique of American capitalism” by Michael Schaub at NPR. Now, she turns her eye toward the - [Book Talk: Sara Ahmed — No!: The Art and Activism of Complaining](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-sara-ahmed-no-the-art-and-activism-of-complaining-23600/) - An assembly of refusals portraying the radical power of "no" by the renowned scholar and author of The Feminist Killjoy Handbook, Sara Ahmed. To be heard as complaining is not to be heard, writes Sara Ahmed. In her sweeping exploration of complaint as a means of resistance, Ahmed attunes her "feminist ear" to those who - [Book Talk: Dr. Trisha Pasricha — You've Been Pooping All Wrong](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-dr-trisha-pasricha-youve-been-pooping-all-wrong-23599/) - A GI’s guide to the brain-gut-microbiome connection, including research on why people develop IBS and how anyone can achieve poophoria Welcome to the easy-to-digest user’s manual for your body’s unsung hero: the gut. Leading Harvard gastroenterologist, Dr. Trisha Pasricha takes us on a riotous deep dive into our own bowels with new insight from neuroscience, - [Book Talk: Jennifer Mandula — The Geomagician](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-jennifer-mandula-the-geomagician-23597/) - When a Victorian fossil hunter discovers a baby pterodactyl, she vows to protect him, with the help of a fellow scholar—her former fiancé—in this enchanting and transporting historical fantasy. Mary Anning wants to be a geomagician—a paleontologist who uses fossils to wield magic—but since the Geomagical Society of London refuses to admit women, she’s stuck - [Book Talk: Amin Ahmad — A KILLER IN THE FAMILY](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-amin-ahmad-a-killer-in-the-family-23596/) - An intoxicating drama set in the world of New York City’s elite, A Killer in the Family explores the underside of the American dream and asks, what happens when you marry into a family that keeps secrets? It’s time for Ali, a good-natured Mumbai party-boy, to grow up. The first step to settling down is - [Book Talk: Nicholas Lemann — Returning](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-nicholas-lemann-returning-23595/) - Compulsive, shattering, if not fundamentally disruptive, Returning emerges as one of the most important and searingly honest family sagas of our time. Nicholas Lemann, a veteran New Yorker correspondent, grew up in New Orleans, the son of German Jews in a world of gilded privilege. Yet in contrast to his parents’ generation, which always sought - [Book Talk: Connor Martin — THE SILVER FISH](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-connor-martin-the-silver-fish-23594/) - In this thrilling espionage fiction debut, an American journalist in Ghana is pulled into a dangerous struggle for control of the world’s fiber optic cables. Journalist Danielle “Dani” Moreau has spent a lifetime trying to outrun the privilege she was born into. Fresh off a personal tragedy, she lands in Ghana to uncover corruption in - [Book Talk: Andrew Graham-Dixon — Vermeer](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-andrew-graham-dixon-vermeer-23591/) - This revelatory biography persuasively addresses the two great unresolved questions about Vermeer—why did he paint his pictures, and what do they mean? One spring day in 1683, a notary’s clerk in Delft entered the home of the late Magdalena Pieters van Ruijven and stumbled on one of the wonders of the seventeenth–century world: twenty paintings - [Book Talk: Jacob Mchangama & Jeff Kosseff — The Future of Free Speech](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-jacob-mchangama-jeff-kosseff-the-future-of-free-speech-23590/) - An incisive examination of free speech's global decline and a framework for preserving expression in democratic societies. The Future of Free Speech confronts a stark truth: the right to speak freely is under siege. Once celebrated as a cornerstone of democratic societies, free expression is now met with growing suspicion and retaliation across the globe. - [Book Talk: Yann Martel — Son of Nobody](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-yann-martel-son-of-nobody-23589/) - From the author of the international bestseller Life of Pi, a brilliant retelling of the Trojan War from the perspective of two commoners: an ancient soldier and a modern scholar. The Psoad is an Ancient Greek epic in free verse that follows a goatherd’s son, Psoas of Midea, who leaves his wife and family to - [The Hour: Poetry Open Mic](https://www.popville.com/events/the-hour-poetry-open-mic-23588/) - "A new year begins, our first writings and early drafts rise from a plant like callus tissue, forming along our experiences, our conversations, a garden. Every line revives a leaf, a stem, a root." — María Fernanda. Sign up on-site to share your work aloud at our newest open mic series curated by award-winning poet - [New Pennsylvania Avenue Plan Design Concepts Public Meeting #2](https://www.popville.com/events/new-pennsylvania-avenue-plan-design-concepts-public-meeting-2-23568/) - The National Capital Planning Commission will host two virtual public meetings on new design concepts to revitalize Pennsylvania Avenue as a stage for awe-inspiring events and an iconic setting for everyday life. Online via Zoom. RSVP required. Free - [New Pennsylvania Avenue Plan Design Concepts Public Meeting #1](https://www.popville.com/events/new-pennsylvania-avenue-plan-design-concepts-public-meeting-1-23567/) - The National Capital Planning Commission will host two virtual public meetings on new design concepts to revitalize Pennsylvania Avenue as a stage for awe-inspiring events and an iconic setting for everyday life. Online via Zoom. RSVP required. Free. - [Eunoia Cinema House Presents Screenlight: a DMV Indie Film Showcase](https://www.popville.com/events/eunoia-cinema-house-presents-screenlight-a-dmv-indie-film-showcase-23564/) - Join Eunoia Cinema House on March 25th 7PM Station 3510 for an evening of curated independent films & live discussions with their directors! Buy a ticket & support a filmmaker! Proceeds from tickets go straight to the highlighted filmmakers! Buy your tickets here. FEATURED FILMS: The Last Shift dir. Juan Morales Something Else Tonight dir. - [Story Time: Sadie Sprocket Builds a Rocket](https://www.popville.com/events/story-time-sadie-sprocket-builds-a-rocket-23561/) - Join us for a story about a determined girl who dreams of going to Mars, building a rocket from junkyard parts with her stuffed animal crew, all told in cheerful rhyme. Later, draw a spaceship to your favorite planet. Story Time and Museum admission are free. Timed-entry passes are required and may be reserved at - [Free Community Design Clinic](https://www.popville.com/events/free-community-design-clinic-23556/) - Are you thinking about tackling a home renovation project? We’re here to help with your planning! Come talk to an professional architect or landscape architect about about: Kitchen remodels Basement remodels Landscaping ideas Gardening advice ADUs And more! BONUS! The DC Department of Building will join us this year! Registration encouraged so you don't have - [Opening reception for The World As It Is by Hilary Schenker](https://www.popville.com/events/opening-reception-for-the-world-as-it-is-by-hilary-schenker-23555/) - Willow Street Gallery presents The World As It Is, a new solo exhibition by artist Hilary Schenker. Featuring oil as well as mixed media work, the show is inspired by the quiet moments that connect us with nature, and what it means to be human in our modern era. Through an expressive, impressionist style marked - [Washington Spirit vs. Utah Royals FC Home Game](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-spirit-vs-utah-royals-fc-home-game-23547/) - The Washington Spirit return to Audi Field on Wednesday, March 25 at 7:00 PM as they host Utah Royals FC. The match offers an early-season opportunity for fans to see one of the NWSL’s most dynamic teams in action, led by standout players like Trinity Rodman, promising a fast-paced, electric atmosphere in D.C. It’s a - [Hill Family Biking: Protest Ride to Save 15th St Bike Lanes](https://www.popville.com/events/hill-family-biking-protest-ride-to-save-15th-st-bike-lanes-23551/) - The feds are ripping up the 15th St protected bike lanes THIS MONDAY! Ride around Lincoln Park and then to the Mall to protest. After weeks of rumor, NPS and USDOT plan to begin tearing out the protected bike lanes on 15th Street on the Mall this Monday, March 23rd. Because this is federal land, - [3rd Annual Community Day](https://www.popville.com/events/3rd-annual-community-day-23550/) - The DC Youth Orchestra Program invites families to its 3rd Annual Community Day featuring live open rehearsals, an instrument petting zoo, face painting, arts & crafts, food trucks, a DJ, and more family-friendly fun. Free and open to the public. - [Yoga & Meditation at Church of the Epiphany](https://www.popville.com/events/yoga-meditation-at-church-of-the-epiphany-23546/) - Join us every Wednesday at the historic Church of the Epiphany (1317 G Street NW, a block from Metro Center) from 5:30 - 7pm for a donations-based yoga and meditation. Class is practiced in the church's sanctuary, on a large wooden surface at the crossing between the pews and altar, at the base of stunning - [DC Abortion Fund (DCAF) Fundraiser!](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-abortion-fund-dcaf-fundraiser-23544/) - Join us for the Anxo Cider x DC Abortion Fund event on March 25th from 6-9 PM at @brightwoodpizza 🍕🍻 DJ Diyanna will be spinning records and you can get a free drink ticket when you sign up for Fund-a-thon! Admission is free with libations for purchase (portions of proceeds will go to DCAF!) - [She's Too Funny: Sips & Stand-up](https://www.popville.com/events/shes-too-funny-sips-stand-up-23545/) - A night of laughs celebrating badass women comedians and complimentary cocktail tasting! A one-night-only pop-up comedy experience for Women’s History Month is taking over Thrive Hair Bar—and you don’t want to miss this. She’s Too Funny: Sips & Stand-Up is where comedy, culture, and beauty collide for an intimate, high-energy night featuring a dynamic lineup - [The Minutes](https://www.popville.com/events/the-minutes-23543/) - Night falls on Big Cherry, USA — a seemingly ordinary town with secrets festering beneath its folksy charm. As the city council meeting unfolds in real time, tensions rise, alliances shift, and a routine agenda veers into chaos. What begins as civic procedure spirals into a gripping unmasking of buried truths — and a chilling - [Heart of Caring 2026](https://www.popville.com/events/heart-of-caring-2026-23540/) - Join us on Wednesday, May 13, from 12:00 to 1:30 PM at the Washington Hebrew Congregation as we celebrate Iona Senior Services at the Heart of Caring Luncheon. This inspiring gathering will highlight how Iona has dedicated five decades to caring for, connecting, and nourishing older adults and their family caregivers in mind, body, and - [Earth Day at TPSS](https://www.popville.com/events/earth-day-at-tpss-23524/) - You’re Invited to our annual Earth Day Celebration at TPSS Sunday, April 12 | 10:00 am–3:00 pm Join us for TPSS Co-op’s annual Earth Day celebration—our largest community event of the year—on Sunday, April 12 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. This year’s theme is “Change Grows Here.” The day will feature live music, speakers, - [Easter Celebration at The Collection (Chevy Chase)](https://www.popville.com/events/easter-celebration-at-the-collection-chevy-chase-23523/) - Join us at The Collection Chevy Chase for a FREE festive and family-friendly Easter Celebration on the Tiered Plaza. Guests are invited to enjoy a lively spring gathering filled with activities, treats, and memorable photo moments for all ages! Event Details: 📅 Date: Saturday, April 4 ⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Location: - [Jazz In the Park - Celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month](https://www.popville.com/events/jazz-in-the-park-celebration-of-jazz-appreciation-month-23512/) - Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with amazing performances! Welcome to Jazz In the Park - Celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month! Join us for a night filled with smooth tunes and good vibes at Eastern Market Metro Plaza Park. Get ready to groove to the sounds of talented jazz musicians as we celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month in - [Imar Lyman Echo/Location: Exploring the Extra-Sensory](https://www.popville.com/events/imar-lyman-echolocation-exploring-the-extra-sensory-23509/) - The Kreeger Museum and Pyramid Atlantic Art Center are pleased to present Imar Lyman Echo/Location: Exploring the Extra-Sensory, a solo exhibition featuring the work of Imar Lyman, on view at The Kreeger Museum from April 17 through July 11, 2026. This exhibition is presented under The Collaborative, a program developed by The Kreeger Museum to - [Wonderlust Storytelling Event](https://www.popville.com/events/wonderlust-storytelling-event-23508/) - Wonder Productions and Kama DC are partnering to host a night of live storytelling, spotlighting the theme “Third Culture Kid.” This evening will feature deeply personal stories from individuals who grew up navigating multiple cultures—exploring identity, belonging, language, loss, and home in all their complexity. In a unique twist, selected storytellers will work with a - [Shelley Star w/ Justin Renaissance + Bryce Bowyn + Pop Baby!](https://www.popville.com/events/shelley-star-w-justin-renaissance-bryce-bowyn-pop-baby-23507/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Shelley Star & The Galaxy For Fans of: Lady Gaga, Chappell Roan, David Bowie Shelley Star & The Galaxy are making cosmic waves in Washington, DC, bringing out-of-this-world lyrics, vibrant pop-rock melodies, and theatrical flair to the Nation’s capital. The enigmatic Shelley Star powerfully belts - [Emma Jean Oakley + Emily June w/ Sam Elmore](https://www.popville.com/events/emma-jean-oakley-emily-june-w-sam-elmore-23506/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Emma Jean Oakley For Fans of: Wednesday, MJ Lenderman, Jason Isbell Born and raised in central Virginia, Emma Jean Oakley is as true as they come. Raised on Waylon, Willie, and 90's K95, EJO brings the country classic sound into modernity. Juxtaposing heartwrenching lyricism with - [In Time: Fryenation w/ Airospvce, Brandon De'Sean, Ayr, DJ Bri Mafia](https://www.popville.com/events/in-time-fryenation-w-airospvce-brandon-desean-ayr-dj-bri-mafia-23505/) - Fryenation For Fans of: Post Malone, Juice WRLD, Drake, Machine Gun Kelly Born and raised in Washington DC, Fryenation is an impactful artist both on & off the mic. Known for his powerful, captivating approach – Nation offers his audience an immersive experience through his live performances and ability to engage each listener within the - [The Cafritz Young Artists of Washington National Opera Recital](https://www.popville.com/events/the-cafritz-young-artists-of-washington-national-opera-recital-23502/) - The Cafritz Young Artists of Washington National Opera return to The Kreeger Museum for a night of music! Doors open at 6:00. Attendees are welcome to visit the galleriest before taking their seats at 6:45pm. Attendees are welcome to enjoy a glass of wine in the Terrace Gallery after the concert from 8:15pm-9:00pm. Parking is - [2026 Impact Gala: Fight Forward](https://www.popville.com/events/2026-impact-gala-fight-forward-23483/) - The PPMW Impact Gala makes a momentous return in 2026! Join us on April 25 for an evening of elegance and advocacy in support of our mission – providing high-quality health care, advancing health equity in our region, and protecting reproductive rights. Enjoy dinner, drinks, and entertainment followed by a host of incredible speakers and - [Behind The Headlines](https://www.popville.com/events/behind-the-headlines-23498/) - Black journalists have always been on the frontlines, telling the stories that shape our communities and holding power accountable. In this special live performance, DC’s Black journalists step out from behind the byline and onto the stage to share the "stories behind the stories". Through true, personal storytelling, they will reveal the moments that changed - [Galactic Empire Band - A Star Wars Cinemetal Experience](https://www.popville.com/events/galactic-empire-band-a-star-wars-cinemetal-experience-23482/) - The mighty Galactic Empire is coming back to Washington, D.C.! Join the galaxy’s foremost progressive technical heavy metal Star Wars cosplay John Williams tribute band as they lay waste to Washington, D.C., Planet Earth. Prepare for an evening of the most impressive heavy metal. There’s no one to stop us this time! Event Information: Galactic - [May the 4th (Force) be with you-8th Street SE Unofficial Star Wars Weekend](https://www.popville.com/events/may-the-4th-force-be-with-you-8th-street-se-unofficial-star-wars-weekend-23481/) - The Force is strong on 8th St Barracks Row - May 2nd, 3rd & 4th Barracks Row Main Street’s Unofficial Star Wars Weekend Star Wars Weekend on 8th Street SE Friday, May 1st, through Sunday, May 3rd Brian Ready - Barracks Row Main Street Event Description: Experience the Force at Star Wars Weekend on Barracks - [Dupont Circle Cherry Blossom Pop-up Weekend](https://www.popville.com/events/dupont-circle-cherry-blossom-pop-up-weekend-23477/) - The Cherry "Blossom" On top! Historic Dupont Circle Main Street’s Dupont Circle Cherry Blossom Weekend celebrations return on April 11-12. Highlighting art, culture, history, and small businesses — All events are produced by Historic Dupont Circle Main Streets and are free and open to the public. “Blossom Brunch” Saturday and Sunday 10 AM-2 PM: Establishments - [Make It! Mt. Pleasant Spring Market](https://www.popville.com/events/make-it-mt-pleasant-spring-market-23476/) - The Mt. Pleasant Artists Collective presents its annual Make It! Mt. Pleasant Spring Market on Sunday, April 26 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. More than 60 artists and artisans will fill Lamont Plaza and line Mt. Pleasant Street, offering pottery, paintings, home décor, jewelry and other handmade items. A craft table will be set - [Introduction to Mindfulness Series](https://www.popville.com/events/introduction-to-mindfulness-series-23474/) - Join us for free four-week mindfulness meditation series at the Georgetown Library. Learn or practice guided meditation, talk about mindfulness concepts, build awareness of breath, body, thoughts, and emotions. Bring clarity, calm, steadiness into everyday life. Lead by Mariana Cruz, Ed.D (Cand), educator, mindfulness teacher trained by Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield (MMTCP) program. Join - [🥂 Sip & Shop After Hours at Current Boutique Georgetown!](https://www.popville.com/events/sip-shop-after-hours-at-current-boutique-georgetown-23471/) - Join us for a Thursday evening of complimentary cocktails, light bites, and after-hours shopping. 📍 1068 31st St NW, Washington DC 📅 Thursday, March 26 | 7 – 9 PM 💰 FREE — RSVP on Eventbrite Browse designer and contemporary brands at consignment prices with the store to yourselves. Whether you're refreshing your spring wardrobe, - [Congressional Chorus Presents: British Invasion, American Story](https://www.popville.com/events/congressional-chorus-presents-british-invasion-american-story-23422/) - From the Beatles to the Spice Girls, “British Invasion, American Story” is a song-and-dance spectacular featuring a live band and an evening of music that traces the wave of British artists who stormed American airwaves back when things went vinyl rather than viral! For our 20th anniversary, we're returning Cabaret to its roots with an - [Stand Up Comedy Showcase at Shaw's Tavern](https://www.popville.com/events/stand-up-comedy-showcase-at-shaws-tavern-23452/) - 6 stand up comedians and a special headliner stop by Shaw's Tavern! - [Comedy Show to End Food Waste & Hunger](https://www.popville.com/events/comedy-show-to-end-food-waste-hunger-23450/) - Big laughs take on food waste and hunger - supporting local food rescue efforts and turning surplus into supper. In the U.S., 35.2 million people - including 10.7 million kids - live in food-insecure households….while we waste 133 billion pounds of food every year (that’s up to 40% of the entire food supply). Apparently, we’ve - [Dorinda (Acoustic Show) w/ My Mandy + Cicada Theory + Adele Marie](https://www.popville.com/events/dorinda-acoustic-show-w-my-mandy-cicada-theory-adele-marie-23435/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Dorinda For Fans Of: Sara Barellis and Nirvana Dorinda mixes over the top adult contemporary with heavier more experiential influences. My Mandy FFO: Brandi Carlile, Bright Eyes, Liz Phair, Waxahatchee NC to DC solo acoustic songwriter, seeking to capture our shared inner & outer worlds - [Ugly Pageant w/ Torrents + Milkbath](https://www.popville.com/events/ugly-pageant-w-torrents-milkbath-23434/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — Ugly Pageant For Fans of: The Sonics, Mclusky, Death from Above 1979, Sabrina Carpenter Ugly Pageant is a band from Langley Park, Maryland that plays garage rock revival revival music. When they're not playing music, the band members are all diehard supporters of Brazilian league - [SDR Showcase](https://www.popville.com/events/sdr-showcase-23432/) - Doors 7:00 PM | Show 7:30 PM (All ages) — kid named rhi For Fans of: Alice Phoebe Lou, Crumb, Kate Bollinger ‘kid named rhi’ is an indie pop singer-songwriter based in DC. Her band blends indie pop, alternative, and jazz influences, similar to Alice Phoebe Lou, Crumb, Kate Bollinger, and Remi Wolf. She’s played - [TNS Friendraiser @ QuiQuiDC](https://www.popville.com/events/tns-friendraiser-quiquidc-23431/) - This year marks The Next Step PCS's 30th Anniversary, a major milestone in our journey of empowering the community. To make the occasion even more special, we’re also celebrating our Executive Director, Dra. Vivian Robledo, for four incredible years of leadership and dedication to TNS. Please join us for an evening of connection and celebration - [Lesson Zero plays Evening Star's Number 9 Lounge](https://www.popville.com/events/lesson-zero-plays-evening-stars-number-9-lounge-23420/) - Oasis recording artist LESSON ZERO plays The Evening Star Cafe's Number 9 Lounge, 2000 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, Va. Saturday, April 11 from 8:00 to 10:00 PM. Admission is free and parking is available. For more information, see www.youtube.com/lessonzero and www.reverbnation.com/lessonzero. . - [Buy Nothing Exchange @ Trinidad Farmers Market (Washington, DC)](https://www.popville.com/events/buy-nothing-exchange-trinidad-farmers-market-washington-dc-23390/) - Drop off any items that you want to donate. At the same time, take any stuff that need -- all for FREE. No exchange of money. Drop off any items that you want to donate. At the same time, take any stuff that you need -- all for FREE. No exchange of money as the - [LAMB PCS Online Silent Auction](https://www.popville.com/events/lamb-pcs-online-silent-auction-23388/) - Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS, located at 14th and Gallatin, is holding its second annual online silent auction March 14-21 culminating with a special family-friendly event Saturday March 21 from 3-5 pm at Hook Hall. RSVP here: https://lambpto.rsvpify.com/ All proceeds will go directly towards PTO efforts such as Fall Festival, Staff Appreciation Week, and community-building - [Raíces: Writing Workshop - “Sanación Colectiva / Collective Healing”](https://www.popville.com/events/races-writing-workshop-sanacin-colectiva-collective-healing-23427/) - Collective healing involves acknowledging that we belong to one another and to the earth. In this workshop participants will get a chance to connect to themselves and each other, to explore the ways our connection has been fragmented and to dream about visions of a better shared future. Part healing space, part writing workshop, this - [Congressional Chorus Presents: British Invasion, American Story](https://www.popville.com/events/congressional-chorus-presents-british-invasion-american-story-23423/) - From the Beatles to the Spice Girls, “British Invasion, American Story” is a song-and-dance spectacular featuring a live band and an evening of music that traces the wave of British artists who stormed American airwaves back when things went vinyl rather than viral! For our 20th anniversary, we're returning Cabaret to its roots with an - [She/They Came to Slay at Woke Mob Comedy Festival](https://www.popville.com/events/shethey-came-to-slay-at-woke-mob-comedy-festival-23412/) - A femme/non-binary centered improv and stand-up comedy show raising funds for the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center! Femme&m is proud to present She/They Came to Slay: a femme/non-binary centered improv and stand-up comedy show! A percentage of proceeds benefit the DC LGBTQ+ Center. We all know them, that badass femme / them in your life. Get - [femme&m Presents: She/They Came to Slay](https://www.popville.com/events/femmem-presents-shethey-came-to-slay-23411/) - On March 27, 2026, Femme&M is once again taking over As You Are with She/They Came to Slay, a comedy showcase centering queer, femme, and non-binary artistry. Expect stand-up that hits, improv featuring badass femmes, and a crowd that feels like family. This isn’t just your average comedy show! It’s a night out with your - [The Last Ever Beat The Streetcar Race!](https://www.popville.com/events/the-last-ever-beat-the-streetcar-race-23410/) - In honor of the historic DC Streetcar's last weekend of service, we are hosting the final beat the streetcar race! We will be racing the 1PM Streetcar from the DC Streetcar headquarters at 2550 Benning Rd NE to the end of the line at Union Station -- we'll meet at 12:30 to warm up. At - [Renovation Planning Workshop](https://www.popville.com/events/renovation-planning-workshop-23403/) - Thinking about renovating but unsure where to begin? HardHat Diplomat’s Renovation Planning Workshop is a one-day session designed to help homeowners understand how to approach remodeling before contracts are signed and demolition begins. Led by renovation coach and remodeling designer Erin Helland, the workshop covers how to vet contractors, review estimates and contracts with clarity, - [29 Culp Rock Music @ Trinidad Farmers Market (Washington, DC)](https://www.popville.com/events/29-culp-rock-music-trinidad-farmers-market-washington-dc-23391/) - Enjoy 29 Culp rock some jams Trinidad Farmers Market. FREE TO THE PUBLIC. Come enjoy 29 Culp jam some rock tunes at the Trinidad Farmers Market. FREE TO ALL. Trinidad Farmers Market 1299 Neal Street NE Washington, DC 20002 www.trinidadfarmersmarket.net - [Child's Play: A Comedy Show for Parents, by Parents](https://www.popville.com/events/childs-play-a-comedy-show-for-parents-by-parents-23387/) - A comedy show for parents, by parents about parenting! Children 5 and under are welcome! Join us for a post nap time comedy show, for adults! This show is designed so caregivers can enjoy great stand-up without needing to call the babysitters club. Children 5 and under are welcome! Expect smart, funny, mostly clean, comedy - [Pillow Fight](https://www.popville.com/events/pillow-fight-23378/) - ​Relax, catch a film, and relive your youth at Pillow Fight, the sleepover themed party and movie night! Put on your PJs and grab your comfiest blanket and watch some short films from local artists. We'll have nail polish, games, and more! BYOB - [Irish Book Day | Solas Nua @ Heurich House Beer Garden](https://www.popville.com/events/irish-book-day-solas-nua-heurich-house-beer-garden-23375/) - Expanding on our tradition of providing Washington, DC with free Irish literature on St. Patrick’s Day for the last 20 years, Solas Nua is delighted to partner with Banshee Press to distribute free copies of Bebe Ashley’s poetry collection “Harbour Doubts” and Lucy Sweeney Byrne’s collection of short stories, “Let’s Dance.” The winner of The - [Bloomaroo](https://www.popville.com/events/bloomaroo-23371/) - Celebrate Spring at the Home of the Cherry Blossoms®. Visit The Wharf on March 28, 2026 for Bloomaroo®, a free springtime extravaganza featuring a full day of cherry-blossom themed art, music, fireworks, and family-friendly fun along the waterfront with TYKU! We’ll cap it all off with our blossom fireworks finale. - [LA BRAUCIÑERA - DC BRAU 15th Anniversary Party](https://www.popville.com/events/la-brauciera-dc-brau-15th-anniversary-party-23360/) - DC Brau’s XV Anniversary Party DC Brau is turning 15, and we’re celebrating the only way we know how — with great beer, incredible music, and one big unforgettable party. Introducing La Brauciñera — a brewery-style quinceañera celebrating fifteen years of independent craft beer in Washington, DC. For fifteen years DC Brau has been brewing - [Wish World: a Bad Medicine Sketch Comedy Show](https://www.popville.com/events/wish-world-a-bad-medicine-sketch-comedy-show-23363/) - Bad Medicine has answered your wish. You know the one where you wished for a topsy turvy, ensemble movie-inspired sketch comedy show focused on wishes coming true? Oh, good. On March 17th at DC Improv, Bad Medicine presents Wish World: a sketch comedy show full of wishes gone well and awry. You'll laugh so hard - [Special Olympics DC Adult Unified Basketball Championship](https://www.popville.com/events/special-olympics-dc-adult-unified-basketball-championship-23353/) - Description: Join Special Olympics District of Columbia for the Adult Unified Basketball Championship, an exciting evening of inclusive competition and community spirit. Athletes with and without intellectual disabilities will compete together on Unified teams, showcasing teamwork, determination, and sportsmanship. Fans are encouraged to fill the stands and cheer on the athletes as they compete for - [Chamber of Comedy](https://www.popville.com/events/chamber-of-comedy-23358/) - Comedy show featuring local acts in a black-box theater - [African American Music Appreciation Month - Performances](https://www.popville.com/events/african-american-music-appreciation-month-performances-23357/) - Come celebrate African American Music with amazing performances! African American Music Appreciation Month - Performances Join us for a vibrant celebration of African American Music Appreciation Month with exciting performances showcasing the rich cultural diversity of the African American community! Get ready for a day filled with music, dance, food, and more. Date: Fridays in - [Annual Pink and White Party at Cafe Riggs](https://www.popville.com/events/annual-pink-and-white-party-at-cafe-riggs-23279/) - Riggs Washington D.C., located near the cherry blossom-drenched Tidal Basin, and Laurent-Perrier Champagne are delighted to announce the return of Cafe Riggs’ Pink & White Party this spring. In celebration of the city’s beloved cherry blossoms, the second annual Pink & White Party will feature flowing Laurent-Perrier Champagne, seasonally themed cocktails, passed gourmet bites, and - [The Backing Tracks w/ Wheat for Sheep + Room On Fire](https://www.popville.com/events/the-backing-tracks-w-wheat-for-sheep-room-on-fire-23329/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — The Backing Tracks For Fans Of: Tom Misch, Parcels, Thundercat The Backing Tracks are a DC-based live band known for keeping audiences on their toes. Their setlists pull from jazz, funk, soul, rock, and everything in between, with a rotating lead vocalist and a different - [DC 2050 Community Workshops](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-2050-community-workshops-23312/) - Your voice matters. Come be part of the conversation about where DC is headed! DC 2050 is DC’s next comprehensive plan - the blueprint for how DC will grow and change. Register now: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/9d2c386a3b414ce38c8ff6014c17bee6?fbclid=IwY2xjawQftEBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETExTDhkMVNSTEN4cmlUYUhBc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHor2S4nDjSBRuU92ba3i8NVEMkmmCSkj5waO1QMBi7oAUt5enw86pWj63y0x_aem_KSuUzeQK7IIFnlJIkuYmGQ ☀️DC 2050 Workshop 🗓️March 18 (6-8 pm) or March 21 (11am - 1 pm) 📍MLK Memorial Library (Closest metro: Gallery Pl/Chinatown) - [The Stage at Union Station presents Desiree Jordan quartet](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-desiree-jordan-quartet-23309/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series in the Main Hall of Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Taking place during Union Station in Bloom, visit unionstationdc.com for more events celebrating the district’s annual Cherry Blossom - [Pot O'Laughs - Comedy Showcase](https://www.popville.com/events/pot-olaughs-comedy-showcase-23303/) - Laugh your shamrocks off at our exclusive comedy experience featuring the nation's best comedians (as seen on HBO, Comedy Central, and Netflix)... along with DC's Best Happy Hour sponsored by the new Crown Royal (which means free drinks* while they last)! Hosted by DC’s hottest comedian Tommy Taylor Jr (HBO, Dry Bar) - [D.C. Sing-Along](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-sing-along-23307/) - Sing your heart out, together, with the D.C. Sing-Along! This Saturday March 14, 3-5 PM at 1717 15th St. NW in Logan Circle. HOW IT WORKS • Bring your voice: Musical ability is NOT required. Nobody will be able to hear you sing, so don’t feel self-conscious! • Bring an acoustic instrument: Anyone's welcome to - [Hill Family Biking: Littles Ride](https://www.popville.com/events/hill-family-biking-littles-ride-23305/) - Join Hill Family Biking for a Littles Ride on March 28 for either a 1/2 or 1 mile ride and magic/circus show by Crickett! Perfect for riders ages 3-6 on trikes, balance bikes, training wheels and pedal bike riders. - [Bloom Break at the National Building Museum with Konbini by Daikaya](https://www.popville.com/events/bloom-break-at-the-national-building-museum-with-konbini-by-daikaya-23295/) - Bloom Break at the National Building Museum with Konbini by Daikaya is an official part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival and features Japanese-inspired hands-on activities including language exploration, paper craft, and illustration, along with a short koto and shamisen performance showcasing traditional Japanese music. Guests are invited to make, learn, and connect through art-driven - [The Stage at Union Station presents Gail Ship with Wes Biles quartet](https://www.popville.com/events/the-stage-at-union-station-presents-gail-ship-with-wes-biles-quartet-23293/) - The Stage at Union Station, presented by Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, in partnership with Sing for Hope, is a free weekly concert series in the Main Hall of Union Station featuring a curated selection of local musicians. Taking place during Union Station in Bloom, visit unionstationdc.com for more events celebrating the district’s annual Cherry Blossom - [From Here(ish) Comedy Show](https://www.popville.com/events/from-hereish-comedy-show-23292/) - If you've ever been asked where you're from and your answer takes a second to formulate, this is the show for you. We're getting DC's best, most diverse lineup of comedians from all over the place, live at the city's first phone-free venue: Hush Harbor, formerly known as Hill Prince. Our comics are a mix - [Introduction to Mindfulness Series](https://www.popville.com/events/introduction-to-mindfulness-series-23291/) - Join us for free four-week mindfulness meditation series at the Georgetown Library. Learn or practice guided meditation, talk about mindfulness concepts, build awareness of breath, body, thoughts, and emotions. Bring clarity, calm, steadiness into everyday life. Lead by Mariana Cruz, Ed.D (Cand), educator, mindfulness teacher trained by Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield (MMTCP) program. Join - [DC Sketchfest](https://www.popville.com/events/dc-sketchfest-23290/) - Looking for a can’t miss night out in DC? DC Sketchfest returns March 25-28 with four nights of fast, funny, live sketch comedy at The DC Arts Center in Adams Morgan. Catch 30+ sketch comedy acts from DC, NYC, Chicago, and beyond, packed into multiple show blocks each night. Come for one show or make - [The War Within: The Black Struggle in Vietnam and at Home](https://www.popville.com/events/the-war-within-the-black-struggle-in-vietnam-and-at-home-23289/) - Award-winning author and journalist Wil Haygood explores in his new book how the Vietnam War became a mirror for the struggle of Black Americans—fighting for freedom abroad while demanding equality at home—and a powerful lens through which to understand the racial and political divides that continue to shape American life. Talk begins at 6:45pm. Book - [Big Chemical w/ Keegan Del Rio + Foot Traffic](https://www.popville.com/events/big-chemical-w-keegan-del-rio-foot-traffic-23287/) - Doors 7:30 PM | Show 8:00 PM (All ages) — For Fans of: Wednesday, Pinegrove, The Band, Whitney, Parquet Courts Big Chemical Big Chemical is an up and coming Brooklyn-based band that combines a fresh take on high energy rock and roll with a deep appreciation for the musical traditions that came before them. Their - [Wild & Scenic Film Festival](https://www.popville.com/events/wild-scenic-film-festival-23285/) - Since 2019, the Alliance has united communities by hosting the Wild & Scenic Film Festival across the Chesapeake Bay watershed. This April, we return for our 7th annual screening in Washington, D.C., featuring an incredible selection of films that inform, inspire, and ignite solutions! For just $5 festival-goers will enjoy award-winning films about nature, community - [Death Potluck - A Hopeful Dinner and Dialogue at Capitol Hill Pres. Church](https://www.popville.com/events/death-potluck-a-hopeful-dinner-and-dialogue-at-capitol-hill-pres-church-23284/) - We’re all going to die. But while we’re alive, many of us struggle to talk about this fundamental human truth. Death shouldn’t be taboo; we live fuller lives with the people we love if we have open conversations about our fears, what it means to live a finite life here on earth, and what we - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 10 - Featuring The Hypothesis](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-10-featuring-the-hypothesis-23283/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 9 - Featuring Kinfolk](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-9-featuring-kinfolk-23282/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 8 - Featuring LIZARD GIRL](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-8-featuring-lizard-girl-23281/) - Who will become the next Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) champions? Your votes will decide! 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Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 6 - Featuring Queensberg](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-6-featuring-queensberg-23278/) - Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's legendary tournament. Each match features a headlining performance by a WIT ensemble, Harold team, or - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 5 - Featuring Uncle Gorgeous](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-5-featuring-uncle-gorgeous-23277/) - Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's legendary tournament. Each match features a headlining performance by a WIT ensemble, Harold team, or - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 4 - Featuring Hellcat](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-4-featuring-hellcat-23276/) - Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's legendary tournament. Each match features a headlining performance by a WIT ensemble, Harold team, or - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 3 - Featuring Nox!](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-3-featuring-nox-23275/) - Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's legendary tournament. Each match features a headlining performance by a WIT ensemble, Harold team, or - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 2 - Featuring Baggage Claim](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-2-featuring-baggage-claim-23274/) - Washington Improv Theater’s March Madness-style elimination competition lets audiences vote which hilarious teams will advance one step closer to winning the coveted FIST trophy. Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's legendary tournament. Each match features a headlining performance by a WIT ensemble, Harold team, or - [Washington Improv Theater Presents FIST Match 1 - Featuring Shibacle - March 13](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-improv-theater-presents-fist-match-1-featuring-shibacle-march-13-23273/) - Cast your vote and decide which improvisers become the next FIST champions in Washington Improv Theater's legendary tournament. Each match features a headlining performance by a WIT ensemble, Harold team, or special guest. For the full schedule, visit: https://witdc.org/shows/fist-2026/ Be sure to arrive on-time in order to get a ballot. (Late comers forfeit their right - ["Voices Lifted:" DCDD Symphonic Band Concert](https://www.popville.com/events/voices-lifted-dcdd-symphonic-band-concert-23259/) - DC's Different Drummers symphonic band presents their spring program, "Voices Lifted." This concert will highlight music composed and/or arranged by musicians of color, and will feature works by Florence Price, Marre A. Douglas, Michele Fernández, Omar Thomas, Scott Joplin, Duke Ellington and more! Tickets are available at DCDD.org, with general admission $25, and student/seniors tickets - ["Florals, For Spring? Groundbreaking:" A Jazz Concert](https://www.popville.com/events/florals-for-spring-groundbreaking-a-jazz-concert-23258/) - DCDD Jazz Band is proud to present their spring concert: “Florals, For Spring? Groundbreaking” at 1pm on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026! This FREE big band jazz concert will feature a selection of beloved standards and jazzy arrangements of pop tunes with floral titles and themes. We will also be debuting an original composition by the - [Cleveland Park Night Market](https://www.popville.com/events/cleveland-park-night-market-23254/) - Cleveland Park Main Street is excited to kick off a new season of outdoor Night Markets starting this April! Join us every fourth Thursday of the month along the Cleveland Park Promenade for an evening of shopping, food, and community fun. - [The Thank Me Later 3 Year Anniversary Comedy Showcase!](https://www.popville.com/events/the-thank-me-later-3-year-anniversary-comedy-showcase-23251/) - The "Thank Me Later" Comedy Show is a monthly stand-up comedy show hosted by DMV Favorite comedian Dom Grayer featuring comedians across the East Coast seen on Comedy Central, Netflix, Amazon, HBO, and more! We're celebrating our 3 Year Anniversary Comedy Showcase with our feature headliner the hilarious Dom Grayer! Dom Grayer has opened for - ["Green" Trivia Night](https://www.popville.com/events/green-trivia-night-23249/) - Put your knowledge to the test for a good cause! 🧠🌎 Join us for a lively Trivia Night at the Chevy Chase Lounge, where brainpower meets community impact. From 7–9 PM, gather your team and compete through rounds of classic general trivia, plus a special Sustainability & “Green” Trivia Round hosted in partnership with Zero - [RFK Campus Master Plan Open House](https://www.popville.com/events/rfk-campus-master-plan-open-house-23242/) - The Office of Planning invites you to an open house to share your vision for the future redevelopment of the RFK Campus. The Office of Planning is beginning work on a master plan for the RFK Campus on behalf of the District of Columbia. The plan will cover the entire campus, outlining opportunities for mixed-use - [RFK Campus Master Plan Open House](https://www.popville.com/events/rfk-campus-master-plan-open-house-23241/) - The Office of Planning invites you to an open house to share your vision for the future redevelopment of the RFK Campus. The Office of Planning is beginning work on a master plan for the RFK Campus on behalf of the District of Columbia. The plan will cover the entire campus, outlining opportunities for mixed-use - [Environmental Film Festival: Bee Wild](https://www.popville.com/events/environmental-film-festival-bee-wild-23240/) - Takes viewers into a visually stunning and emotional journey through the fragile world of wild pollinators. Narrated by Ellie Goulding and executive produced by Angelina Jolie, the film explores the essential role wild bees play in sustaining ecosystems, food systems, and life itself. Followed by a conversation with filmmaker Josh Tickell (Common Ground, Kiss the - [Environmental Film Festival: Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind](https://www.popville.com/events/environmental-film-festival-nausica-of-the-valley-of-the-wind-23239/) - After a global war, the seaside kingdom known as the Valley of the Wind remains one of the last strongholds on Earth untouched by a poisonous jungle and the powerful insects that guard it. Led by the courageous Princess Nausicaä, the people of the Valley engage in an epic struggle to restore the bond between - [Charity event for Ukrainian relief](https://www.popville.com/events/charity-event-for-ukrainian-relief-23236/) - Concert of various musical ensembles to raise money for Ukrainian veterans. Free admission--donations welcome. - [Free Music Live!](https://www.popville.com/events/free-music-live-23225/) - A celebration to close out FREE MUSIC - featuring Artists & Community Open Mic Join us for Free Music Live, the closing showcase for Free Music: The Illusion of Liberation. This final gathering features live sets from artists connected to the exhibition, highlighting original work that reflects themes of visibility, value, and creative autonomy. We - [Green Card: A Comedy Show](https://www.popville.com/events/green-card-a-comedy-show-23223/) - After four-time Capital Fringe Award wins and sold-out shows across the U.S., Canada, and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, comedian Erick Acuña brings his new comedy show GREEN CARD! A joyful, messy mix of sketches, monologues, and original songs inspired by life as a Peruvian living in the U.S. for the past 15 years, jumping between - [Chevy Chase Sips and Snacks](https://www.popville.com/events/chevy-chase-sips-and-snacks-23219/) - Join us for Sips & Snacks — a journey through local restaurants packed with live music, cocktails, eats, shopping and community vibes. 🎶 Stops including Little Beast, Magruder’s, Skip’s, Opal, and Parthenon, Birdsong, Art Sound Language, Core72, Park Story, and more! 🍸 One free beverage + snacks at each 🎸 Live music and entertainment throughout - [The Fool: A Tarot Comedy Show](https://www.popville.com/events/the-fool-a-tarot-comedy-show-23217/) - Seeking guidance for some of life's big questions? Is it time to ditch that situationship or toxic job? Have you always wished tarot cards would speak to you the way your burnt out camp counselor might? Join us for The Fool, a tarot comedy show. Select brave crowd members will have the opportunity to get - [52 O Street | Spring Open Studios](https://www.popville.com/events/52-o-street-spring-open-studios-23215/) - Meet artists, explore their spaces, and purchase works at DC's largest art studio building. 52 O Street Studios Four floors of painters, jewelers, photographers, printmakers, ateliers, galleries, and more. Our Open Studios are a great opportunity to connect with this dynamic creative community. Free to the public! Featuring: Morton Fine Art • Jewelryclassdc • Kelly Towles • Ty Brickhouse • Mr. Macramè • Philip Livingston • Sean Riley • Katie - [Beekeeping for Bee-ginners](https://www.popville.com/events/beekeeping-for-bee-ginners-23199/) - Join us for a beginner-friendly beekeeping workshop at the farm, perfect for anyone curious about starting a hive or just wanting to learn more about working with bees. We’ll cover the basics in a simple, hands-on way — how to prepare for your first hive, where to get bees, what daily care looks like, feeding - [Irrigation Essentials](https://www.popville.com/events/irrigation-essentials-23197/) - Come learn how to take the guesswork out of watering your garden with a workshop on simple automatic irrigation setups. We’ll walk through the pros and cons of drip lines, soaker hoses, and sprinklers, and show you how to use them in raised beds, in-ground rows, and pots. We’ll also talk about timers, rain delays, - [Funny Farm: Pop-Up Comedy](https://www.popville.com/events/funny-farm-pop-up-comedy-23198/) - Come laugh with us at comedy night at the farm! Bring a picnic, grab some friends, and enjoy stand-up from some of the funniest comics in the DMV — all in a community greenspace right in the middle of the city. It’s low-key, outdoors, and a really fun way to spend an evening. The show - [Root to Rise Yoga](https://www.popville.com/events/root-to-rise-yoga-23201/) - Join us for a relaxed weeknight pop-up yoga session at the farm, where our instructor, Isabel, will guide us through an easy, beginner-friendly flow out on the lawn, surrounded by flowers and whatever the evening brings. It’s a calm outdoor practice focused on alignment, breath, and settling into the natural rhythm of the space. - [Paint Your Own Garden Sign!](https://www.popville.com/events/paint-your-own-garden-sign-23200/) - Have you been admiring the little signs around the farm marking everything we’re growing? Come paint your own! Join our artist-(not)-in-residence, Becky of 51st Wick, for a fun, relaxed garden sign painting workshop. We’ll walk you through the basics, share tips for lettering and simple designs, and then turn you loose to create your own - [The Art of Quillwork](https://www.popville.com/events/the-art-of-quillwork-23180/) - Celebrate the power of Indigenous art and design at the National Museum of the American Indian. Hear from the artists behind the porcupine quillwork that adorns two Gucci dresses currently on view at the museum. Enjoy artist demonstrations, a curator-led tour, and get hands-on with objects to deepen your understanding of quillwork. Free, Saturday, March - [Family Day 2026](https://www.popville.com/events/family-day-2026-23179/) - Hill Center’s annual Family Day returns again for 2026! Come enjoy a completely free day of: Magic Music Face Painting Balloon Animals Alpacas and more! There will be lots of fun activities for the whole family! - [Cupboards Cabaret](https://www.popville.com/events/cupboards-cabaret-23178/) - It's March and there is magic in the air. Join us for Cupboards Cabaret Friday, March 20th at 7:30PM at KBird Bar on 14th Street. Prepare your eyes, mind, body, and spirit for a night of profoundly absurd tomfoolery. This Cabaret will have everything: the ghost of Jackie Kennedy, magic, the Brown Sister Twins, a suspicious - [What's Happening DMV! Refresh and Rewind Retro Pop -Up!](https://www.popville.com/events/whats-happening-dmv-refresh-and-rewind-retro-pop-up-23172/) - Come Shop and Eat like its 2006 at the Refresh and Rewind Retro Pop -Up Market! Over 10,000 DVDs and CDs for sale all for $3 each or four for $10 ! Shop Vintage and New Clothing, Records, Jewelry, Crochet, Art, Home Goods and Collectibles! Win Concert , Movie, and Comedy show tickets all weekend - [Washington Spirit vs. Portland Thorns FC: 2026 Season Home Opener](https://www.popville.com/events/washington-spirit-vs-portland-thorns-fc-2026-season-home-opener-23140/) - The Washington Spirit open the 2026 home season on Friday, March 13 at 8:00 PM as they host the Portland Thorns FC at Audi Field. This is the first chance to see Trinity Rodman back on the field in D.C. after re-signing a record-setting contract this offseason. Fans will also witness the debut of the - [One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure](https://www.popville.com/events/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure-23176/) - In this free planetarium show, join Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from "Zhima Jie," the Chinese co-production of Sesame Street. Together they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They also journey - [Race for Hope DC](https://www.popville.com/events/race-for-hope-dc-23175/) - The brain tumor community will come together on May 3, 2026, in the nation’s capital for a 5K walk/run to raise awareness and funds to help fund cutting-edge brain tumor research and improve quality of life. The Race for Hope DC is a family-friendly event for all ages! Join us for a morning of celebration, - [MidnightRose: A Reading Series of Poetry and Prose](https://www.popville.com/events/midnightrose-a-reading-series-of-poetry-and-prose-23161/) - A free literary event featuring two of the region's award-winning authors--Zeina Azzam and Karl W. Carter Jr. on March 14, 2026 from 1-3pm at the Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW, DC 20016. 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An unsparing picture of inequities in prenatal care and - [Book Talk: Emily Galvin Almanza — The Price of Mercy- w/ Jamie Raskin](https://www.popville.com/events/book-talk-emily-galvin-almanza-the-price-of-mercy-w-jamie-raskin-23148/) - A former public defender takes us behind the closed doors of America's criminal courts, revealing how the institutions that claim to protect us are doing the exact opposite—and offering a blueprint for finally fixing it. As Americans, we are told a rose-tinted story about our criminal courts—that these are the hallowed halls of justice, that - [Gimbap & Grace: A Palm Sunday Reflection](https://www.popville.com/events/gimbap-grace-a-palm-sunday-reflection-23147/) - Abrahamic House - an interfaith community - invites you to an afternoon of gimbap-making and conversation about the challenge of forgiveness. Gimbap is a popular Korean dish where rice and various fillings like vegetables and egg are rolled together in seaweed. 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