
Thanks to W. for sending from Silver Spring last week: (more…)

Thanks to W. for sending from Silver Spring last week: (more…)

Continuing coverage of the reflecting pool continues..
Thanks to M. for sending a couple of shots: (more…)

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…)

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.
DC Open House List for This Weekend: September 25, 2026
The leaves are just starting to turn, the humidity has finally packed it in, and DC’s fall market is in full swing — with 400+ open houses happening across the city this weekend. Whether you’re hunting for a Victorian in Columbia Heights, a Georgetown pied-à-terre, or a new-construction stunner in the Palisades, there’s a front door open for you Saturday and Sunday. Here are the RLAH @properties open houses happening around DC this weekend. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

4115 46th St NW — $2,249,000 — American University Park
Open Sat. 1-3PM & Sun. 11:30AM-1:30PM — Debi Fox
“Totally Reimagined and Expanded Home in AU Park. The Essence of Modern Luxury by Award Winning Dilan Homes. The Newly Designed Home spans 3 Levels with 4218 square feet and backs to Turtle Park with alley access from the fenced-in backyard.”
1231 Wynton Pl NE — $815,000 — Brookland
Open Sat. 2-4PM & Sun. 12-2PM — Thomas Doyle
“At 1231 Wynton Pl you will find a beautifully maintained home on three levels with all the comforts and none of the hassle. Built in 2021, this Brookland townhome is one of the largest models in the neighborhood. Spread across three levels, the layout gives everyone room to breathe.”
1603 S St NW — $2,200,000 — Dupont Circle
Open Sun. 12-2PM — David Bediz
“DUPONT CIRCLE COMPOUND WITH EXCEPTIONAL FLEXIBILITY! Newly refreshed and remarkably versatile, 1603 S Street NW offers a unique combination of an updated main residence, a LEGAL 1BR/1BA lower-level unit, and a DETACHED CARRIAGE HOUSE with private garage parking—creating endless possibilities for guests, an au pair, MULTIGENERATIONAL LIVING, home offices, private retreats, or income-producing space, all in the heart of Washington, DC.”
4623 Hillside Rd SE — $469,999 — Fort Dupont Park
Open Sat. 1-3PM — Sherese Teixeira
“Welcome to 4623 Hillside Rd SE, a beautifully updated home offering modern finishes, flexible living spaces, and an incredible house-hacking opportunity in the Fort Dupont Neighborhood of Washington, DC. This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is filled with natural sunlight and features Sea Island Oak-colored LVP flooring throughout, recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, and stylish modern finishes.”
1112 Monroe St NW — $1,000,000 — Columbia Heights
Open Sat. 2-4PM — Silvana Dias
“Across from the neighborhood park at 11th and Monroe Streets, this classic DC Victorian pairs original character with a remarkably versatile floor plan. A gracious foyer introduces the home, where original pine floors, tall ceilings and an antique mahogany decorative fireplace bring warmth and history to the open living space.”
50 Florida Ave NE #819 — $575,000 — NoMa
Open Sun. 1-3PM — Mandy Hursen
“EXCELLENT VALUE FOR A 2 BR, 2 BATH WITH GARAGE PARKING INCLUDED! Bathed in natural light, the open-concept living space showcases warm wood floors, soaring ceilings, and a sophisticated contemporary aesthetic that feels both inviting and impeccably polished.”
3040 R St NW #1/2 — $865,000 — Georgetown
Open Sat. 11AM-2PM — Steve Gaich
“Nestled along one of Georgetown’s most picturesque streets and bordering the storied grounds of Montrose Park, this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Washington history with all the comforts of modern luxury. Inside, the residence has been thoughtfully renovated with high-end finishes, exposed brick, and contemporary upgrades throughout.”

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: (more…)

photo by Diane Krauthamer
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Sophocles’ “Oedipus Rex” meets 1993’s rom-com “Sleepless in Seattle.”
Two different actors will take the stage each night without having rehearsed or read the script. Instructions from a voice in their headphones will guide them through the piece as they assume the roles of Oedipus, Jocasta, Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks.

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! (more…)

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 exposures.”
“2 Alarm Fire 1700 block 1st St NW. Fire involving rear porches that extended inside to 2 row houses . 20 units & 100 personnel operating.”
“Update 2 Alarm Fire 1700 block 1st St NW. Interior attack in progress on both 2 story dwellings. Fire rear porches knocked down and rear porch of fire building collapsed. Bulk of fire knocked down” (more…)

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: (more…)

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 guy. He was kind, he was generous, he loved his family, he loved DC and he loved the CAPS. Rest easy Chris. You will be missed by many. (more…)

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 the station as part of Arlington County’s Crystal City Sector plan. The new entrance will accommodate growing ridership at the station, support new development in the area, and play a key role in a broader effort to make Crystal City a walkable community.
On two of those six weekends, the construction zone will be extended to Braddock Rd to support additional track maintenance, requiring closures of Crystal City, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, and Potomac Yard stations; rail service will be suspended in both directions from those stations. Free shuttles will be provided during those weekends as well. (more…)