Thanks to Sarah and Mo. for sending the Guard on Christmas Day wearing Santa Hats and Grinch hats: (more…)
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Note: You can now rep your last christmas tree in town t-shirt!
With great delight I present the third discarded Christmas Tree in Town – thanks to Marie for sending from Capitol Hill. (more…)
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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 cookouts, it’s a perfect stretch of days to wander through some new listings. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.
- 3628 New Hampshire Ave NW — $1,125,000 — Columbia Heights
Open Sun. 2-4PM — Silvana Dias
“Lovingly restored and thoughtfully renovated & expanded by its current owners, this remarkable home retains the timeless charm and craftsmanship that define classic Wardman architecture while incorporating the extensive upgrades today’s homeowners seek. Nearly every aspect of the home has been updated, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, outdoor living and parking pad offering true peace of mind rarely found in homes of this era. The inviting front porch immediately sets the tone with all-new iron railings, beadboard ceiling, ceiling fan, and new storm and entry doors creating a warm and welcoming extension of the home.” - 1300 4th St SE #205 — $635,000 — Navy Yard
Open Sat. 11AM-12:45PM — Sherese Teixeira
“Welcome to elevated city living at The Bower, one of DC’s most sought-after boutique residences in the heart of Navy Yard. This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo at 1300 4th St SE #205 blends modern design, upscale finishes, and an unbeatable location into one exceptional offering. Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed open-concept layout featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light.” - 2220 20th St NW #33 — $740,000 — Kalorama
Open Sun. 12-2PM — Thomas Doyle
“This beautifully updated and maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom co-op on the 3rd floor captures serene treetop views and is filled with original character that sets it apart. The apartment is over 1,300 sqft and retains its original hardwood floors, graceful archways, pocket doors, and all original doors and trim; preserving an authenticity that is rare to find today. Modern upgrades throughout, including in-unit laundry, luxury kitchen, spa-like bathroom, and bespoke light fixtures.” - 3422 Pennsylvania Ave SE — $939,900 — Hillcrest
Open Sat. 12-2PM — Stephanie Cooper
“Welcome to your dream home on Pennsylvania Avenue a stunning, thoughtfully renovated four-level, 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence that seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern luxury in the heart of the Hillcrest/Penn Branch neighborhood. From the moment you arrive, the transformation is undeniable. The refreshed exterior, highlighted by premium Hardie board siding and a newly constructed Trex front porch, creates an inviting first impression and a stylish outdoor retreat.”
Thanks to IL and E for sending these great Christmas Day rainbows: (more…)
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“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.
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From WMATA:
“Holiday service information for Christmas and New Year’s Eve Fares free; after 8p.m. on New Year’s Eve
Metro will offer free bus and rail fares from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. on New Year’s Eve to support safe, responsible travel across the region. Metro will also operate on modified schedules for Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day.
On Thursday, Dec. 25, Rail will operate on a Weekend Late Night schedule all day, opening at 6 a.m. and closing at midnight. Bus service will operate on a Sunday schedule.
As a reminder, the Green Line runs every 16 minutes through Dec. 30 due to winter construction.
While Christmas Eve and the day after Christmas were recently declared federal holidays, Metro will be operating normal service on Wednesday, Dec. 24 and Friday, Dec. 26.
On New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31, Rail will run on a Regular Weekday schedule and remain open until 2 a.m., providing two additional hours of service. Please be aware that some stations in some directions of travel will see last trains before 2 a.m. Customers should check the stations page and add two hours to the Mon-Thurs last train time or use the trip planner at wmata.com for last train times at your specific station.
Metro is partnering with Molson Coors and fares will be free 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Faregates will be open during this period, and rail and bus customers will not need to tap between these hours.
On New Year’s Day, Rail will operate on a Weekend Late Night schedule all day, opening at 5 a.m. and closing at midnight. Bus service will operate on a Sunday schedule.
Parking
Parking will be free on Christmas Day.
On New Years Eve, parking will be free starting at 8 pm and remain free on New Year’s Day.”
rendering via National Building Museum
From the National Building Museum (401 F Street, NW):
“Architecture students from The Catholic University of America will build a massive floating spaceframe in the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C., using sustainable materials and new technology that was designed in part by a student and professor at the University.
This new approach could revolutionize spaceframe design and construction to be more sustainable, efficient, flexible, and affordable. Spaceframes appear in everything from geodesic domes and long-span roofs to solar arrays, aerospace systems, stadiums, and entertainment venues like The Sphere in Las Vegas.
The Catholic University students will build The Wave, a soaring 180-by-55-foot, 4,300-pound recycled aluminum spaceframe in the National Building Museum’s Great Hall from Dec. 18 to 19, 2025. The completed installation will be on view from Dec. 27, 2025 through Feb. 8, 2026. (more…)
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“Dear PoPville,
I attended the funeral for the penny on Saturday the 20th. My friends and I were standing over to the side closest to the Vietnam Memorial. A woman walked up to her friend (who was standing next to me) and joined us up on the wall to get a better view. (more…)
5220 16th Street, NW
Thanks to T. for sending from the National Park Service:
“National Park Service Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Rock Creek Tennis Center
The National Park Service (NPS) is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP) for a lease of the Rock Creek Tennis Center located within the Rock Creek National Park. The NPS is seeeking an operator that will continue to operate the Tennis Center in a manner that will provide for recreational activites within the leased area. Details of the
The area being considered for lease is approximately 38.9 acres and consists of a 7,500-seat tennis stadium, 10 outdoor hard surface courts, 15 outdoor clay courts, a snack bar and pro shop, an office area, recreation fields, picnic areas, and a parking lot that can accomodate 856 vehicles. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Feds get Christmas Eve and day after Christmas. DC announces a 2pm closure and reopen on Friday and says “please enjoy the extra time with your loved ones and celebrate the season”
That’s about 3 hours extra time for most people.”
Announcement from Department of Human Resources: (more…)