
Baked & Wired not the only one turning 25 – happy 25th to Tosca too!!
“25 YEARS OF TOSCA” (1112 F Street, NW) (more…)

Baked & Wired not the only one turning 25 – happy 25th to Tosca too!!
“25 YEARS OF TOSCA” (1112 F Street, NW) (more…)

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 but the pharmacy.”
All the info about the new spot from a press release:
“CVS Health® (NYSE: CVS) unveiled its first pharmacy-focused, apothecary-style CVS Pharmacy® location in Washington, DC. The new pharmacy, located at 3701 New Hampshire Avenue NW, will help bridge gaps in pharmacy care and make it easier for community members to access medications, immunizations and other health care services provided by pharmacists.
Pharmacy-focused locations, like the New Hampshire Avenue NW pharmacy, will open in select communities across the country, (more…)

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.

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.”

Thanks to Devon for sending from the 2800 block of Adams Mill Road, NW around 7am this morning: (more…)

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: (more…)
🍂 Fall is here — and so is FOSH Fall Fest!
For twelve years, Friends of the Soldiers Home has kicked off autumn the right way — and we're not stopping now.

photo by Natalie W.
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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 for a few hours outdoors helping move soil at the garden, we’d love to have them!
Details: (more…)

Thanks to Crosby for sharing this beautiful photo from last week on 17th Street, NW.
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photo by Victoria Pickering
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“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: (more…)

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, which emits an offensive smell when it falls on sidewalks and roadways. DDOT will use the same spray it has used for the past 20 years, (more…)