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Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Emma K Alexandra

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in D.C.

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Cleveland Park

Today in Cleveland Park History: December 2009 We learned that the old Starbucks next to the Uptown would become The Cereal Bowl. Hilarity ensued. Predictions proved correct.

By Prince Of Petworth


3420 Connecticut Avenue, NW

What a whirlwind the Cereal Bowl was. That was a glorious time. Folks, uh, instantly doubted the longevity of a restaurant serving cereal…

[Related: Flashback to April 20, 2017 – Friday Question of the Day – Worst Restaurant Concept?]

What a whirlwind it’s been for 3420 Connecticut Avenue, NW in general.

Flashback to Starbucks in 2009 and do note the old consignment store next door: (more…)

Sponsored

DC Fresh Finds for May 27, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

914 N St NW
914 N St NW

This Shaw rowhome has a built-in Airbnb on a Michelin-starred block: 914 N St NW

  • 2-unit Shaw rowhome (live + rent)
  • Separate lower-level Airbnb unit
  • Block from Blagden Alley’s Michelin spots
  • One block to the Mt Vernon/Convention Center Metro
  • Spa bath, exposed brick, courtyard garden

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 3BR/2FB/2HB “custom-designed trophy penthouse” at VIO and is “complete with expansive covered and uncovered terraces, outdoor dining and lounge areas, a rooftop garden, skylight, fire features, grill, and panoramic riverfront views,” all for $11M.
  • “Lofts 14 is one of Logan Circle’s most distinctive contemporary condominium residences,” and this two-level [2BR/3Ba] penthouse with 16-foot ceilings opens onto a 475-square-foot private rooftop terrace with northern and western city views.
  • “Lovingly restored and thoughtfully renovated & expanded by its current owners, this remarkable [3BR/3.5BA Columbia Heights/Petworth] home retains the timeless charm and craftsmanship that define classic Wardman architecture while incorporating the extensive upgrades today’s homeowners seek.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “stunning, fully renovated brick Colonial in the heart of Hillcrest” on “a rare 0.42-acre lot with a huge driveway and 2-car attached garage,” with an “expansive daylight basement” that’s “ideal as an in-law suite, au pair quarters, or income-generating accessory dwelling unit.”
Columbia Heights

“2025 Annual Walk with Mary – Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe” starts at 11am today! (Saturday)

By Prince Of Petworth

From an email:

“The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington invites you to the 2025 Annual Walk with Mary in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas to celebrate her feast day. This beautiful celebration will take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The procession will depart at 11:00 a.m. from the Shrine of the Sacred Heart (16th Street & Park Road, NW), to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception (4th Street & Michigan Avenue, NE). The rosary and Mass will follow with Cardinal Robert McElroy as the principal celebrant and Bishop Evelio Menjívar as the homilist.

This year, in light of the current immigration situation, many faithful will be unable to attend. We encourage you to invite your friends and fellow parishioners to take their place; their presence will be a sign of solidarity and of our shared commitment to the dignity of every person. Let us walk together with Mary and pray for our migrant and refugee brothers and sisters, all united as one family of faith!

As the pilgrims process through the streets of Columbia Heights and Park View, MPD will be stopping traffic and neighbors will briefly be unable to enter or exit their street parking spots. Please plan any travel ahead of time if you are in the neighborhood from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sidewalks and bike lanes will remain unaffected.“

weather

Bring on the Snow – Two Inches Predicted starting Saturday Night!

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Miki Jourdan

From the Mayor’s Office:

“In advance of snowfall and extreme cold predicted to begin late Saturday night, Mayor Muriel Bowser will deploy the District Snow Team on Saturday, December 13. Brining operations along the National Highway System and on elevated structures will begin Friday, December 12 at 7:00 p.m., and the District Snow Team will begin treating major roadways on Saturday at 5:00 p.m.

According to the latest National Weather Service forecast, the District is expected to receive around two inches of snow starting 10:00 p.m. Saturday night, (more…)

Event

Logan Market

KBird

1333 P St NW, Washington, DC 20005

Washington, District of Columbia 20010

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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, host a monthly outdoor market designed to bring together local artists, makers, small businesses, and neighbors in the heart of the Logan Circle community.

The next market will be Sunday June 7, 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.

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Chinatown

Signs of the Times near Cap One Arena – Andrea Bocelli and John Cena editions not to mention National Kiss Under the National Mistletoe…

By Prince Of Petworth

Perhaps the only time in history Andrea Bocelli and John Cena have been mentioned in the same breath…

Thanks to Tony for sending the the Bocelli bus alert:

“Looks like the city is taking the necessary precautions to protect us from the Opera Gangs.
Plan accordingly and avoid the area …”

And regarding John Cena – from an MPD traffic advisory: (more…)

History

Archeological Finds Vol. 114 – Woodward & Lothrop Remnant Packet (1970)

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Stephanie for sending: “I was surprised to find this fabric remnant amongst my aunt’s belongings. I assume 4/27/70 is a date – was Woodies really selling fabric then?”

Should you come across any old DC photos or ephemera from your or your family’s collection please send to [email protected] or DM us at one of our socials @PoPville thanks!

Some history about Woodward & Lothrop from Wikipedia: (more…)

Navy Yard

MPD “announces the arrest of three people for various weapons offenses” including a shooting that happened yesterday (Thurs.) afternoon near Navy Yard.

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of three people for various weapons offenses that occurred near the Navy Yard.

On Thursday, December 11, 2025, at approximately 1:51 p.m., First District officers responded to the 600 block of L Street, Southeast, for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, (more…)

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