Community Vigil
“In response to the killing of Renee Nicole Good, a mother killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, we gather to grieve, reflect, and hold one another in community.
Sherman Circle
Thursday, January 8 | 5:30 PM (more…)
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From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is deeply saddened to announce the line of duty death of Officer Terry Bennett after he was struck by a vehicle while assisting a motorist on I-695.
On Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at approximately 10:10 p.m., Officer Bennett was assisting a motorist who ran out of gas in the eastbound lanes of I-695 near South Capitol Street. Officer Bennett was struck by a secondary motorist at a high rate of speed. Fellow officers immediately began rendering care and Bennett was transported to a local hospital. Officer Bennett succumbed to his injuries on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
KissFisters is a fierce and inclusive American Sign Language (ASL) team made up of Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and hearing players. Whether you sign fluently, are learning, or just vibing — you’re welcome to join. We thrive on pride, diversity, and fun! There are ASL interpreters at all of our games for both non-signers and for signers! No previous kickball experience is necessary, we play in the least competitive division and will teach you everything you need to know.” (more…)
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 teaching artists. Every skill level is welcome, and the class is built so every learner feels supported and celebrated. Sing or dance or both!
Details:
When: 6 Wednesdays, May 20 – June 24, 2026, 7:30–9:00 PM
Where: Edlavitch DC Jewish Community Center, 1529 16th St NW, near Dupont Circle Metro.
Who: Autistic adults and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, 18+, all experience levels welcome
Partial and full scholarships are available, and anyone who signs up with a friend gets 50% off using code FRIEND.
Register at art-stream.org/classes or email [email protected] with questions.
Ledo Pizza shared the sad news yesterday: (more…)
1020 7th Street, NW
More temporary closures until Spring. Next up Morris American Bar:
“Morris American Bar will be temporarily closing Monday, January 5th as we plan for an exciting next chapter 🩵 We can’t wait to welcome guests to this new space come spring. (more…)
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 announce the launch of the Logan Circle Creative Market, a new monthly outdoor market designed to bring together local artists, makers, small businesses, and neighbors in the heart of the Logan Circle community.
The first market will be May 3, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM along P Street and Rhode Island Avenue NW, including the exterior of K-Bird and the northern exterior of Barrel House Cafe & Bar.
3632 Georgia Ave, NW previously home to Mr. Braxton, Marrakech Moroccan Restaurant, Walters AND of course the BLUE BANANA
“We’re opening Culture District DC soon (Hopefully by March) in the old Mr. Braxton spot. Luxury cocktails, refined small plates, great vibes. The goal is an elevated speakeasy featuring an intimately designed space for conversation, connection, and escape from everyday life.” (more…)
1914 9th Street, NW
Note: This space was previously home to Tiny Tiki Bar, 1914 by Kolben (Vietnamese) Dino’s Grotto and Portico.
“Welcome to Vokzal – a cozy Eastern European gastropub located in the heart of the U Street Corridor.”
How in the world did I miss this?!? (more…)
1822 1st Street, NW
Thanks to Allan for sending:
“Guerrilla lego art from the bloomingdale Banksy.”
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 [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.
ala DC Bar Rendering
From an email:
“ala will be briefly closing their Washington DC location for renovations beginning Thursday, January 8. The Levantine restaurant first opened in March 2021 in a space that, until now, has not been majorly renovated since 1998. Given all of the uncertainty in the city, ala wants to commit and invest in the community by updating their location to reflect what DC deserves, a bright welcoming space that brings people together. The menu will keep their signature combination of dishes from countries in the Levant region including (more…)
photo by Elvert Barnes
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