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: (more…)
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 the new signage yesterday!!
And thanks to Andrew for sending a shot of some action too: (more…)
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.
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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 this morning! These images were taken from my 8th floor apt. on May 7 at around 7:30 am.”
To the video! (more…)
Thanks to Phillip for sending this classic!
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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.
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 lose it.” (more…)
photo by DCbmyers
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“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 will be closed from Arkansas Ave to Beach Drive to allow for construction of the Piney Branch Tunnel project. DC Water has presented multiple times on this project to ANC 4C and delayed the Piney Branch Parkway closure dates a few times, but now it looks like this time it is actually happening.
For folks in Petworth who use Piney Branch Parkway to commute south and west to Virginia – I recommend going north and west instead (Georgia to Military Road etc).”
Full release from DC Water: (more…)
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“Dear PoPville,
Nido’s Wine Shop + Market last weekend. You: beautiful bespectacled woman on crutches carrying a bag of books. Me: (more…)
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. Got way too many keys :-)”