Photo by Pablo Raw
“Dear PoPville,
I am looking for in-person, adult group music classes in DC (particularly for clarinet or violin). Does anyone have any suggestions?”
photo by Bobby Clark
Bobby writes: “Wonder how this happened? And more importantly who do we call to get this fixed at the corner of 6th and Maryland Ave, NE?”
photo courtesy Il Piatto
From a press release:
“Restauranteur Hakan Ilhan is pleased to announce the Thursday, June 23, 2022, opening of Il Piatto, a new Italian concept in the former Mirabelle space, at 900 16th Street, NW, 20006. The restaurant will serve, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Ilhan has tapped Lina Nicolai as the new executive chef for the restaurant. For chef Nicolai, cooking is a family affair that began in her hometown of Naples, Italy. I n 2012, she teamed up with her mother to open Al Crostino in Washington, D.C. The popular family-owned neighborhood gem was successful for 12 years before closing its doors due to the pandemic. (more…)
Your brain doesn’t have an off switch. But it does have a window.
That thought that won’t stop looping. The “what if” that hijacks your whole afternoon. The 2 AM spiral about something that happened three years ago. We’ve all been there:
- The parent replaying every decision they made today, wondering if it was enough
- The student staring at a group chat, convinced everyone else has it figured out
- The person driving to work, already rehearsing an argument that hasn’t happened yet
- The one lying in bed, mentally re-reading a text for the tenth time
- You, right now, carrying a worry that’s been running in the background all day
Here’s the truth: you don’t have to solve every worry the moment it shows up. You can schedule it instead.
Try this: The 10-Minute Worry Window
- Pick a time each day — 10 minutes, same time if you can.
- When a worry pops up outside that window, jot it down and tell yourself: “Not now. Later.”
- When your window opens, let yourself worry fully. Set a timer if it helps.
- When time’s up, close it. Physically stand up, take a breath, move on.
This isn’t about ignoring what’s bothering you. It’s about giving your mind permission to rest in between. Worry doesn’t disappear just because you name a time for it — but it does lose some of its grip.
If your worry window keeps spilling into everything else, that’s worth talking about too:
- 988 Lifeline: Call or text 988 (24/7)
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- Find local DC support: knowyourpathdc.com
Small tools, practiced daily, add up. You’re allowed to worry. You’re also allowed to let it go.
#BeMindfulDC #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone
Want me to draft 2-3 more variations (shorter for Instagram, more clinical for LinkedIn, etc.) or keep building out captions for other graphics in this series?
1409 T Street, NW photo by Oswald T. Berbur
Oswald writes: “Today’s first photo reports that the Butter Me Up sign on T St. that appeared last December has now disappeared without the restaurant ever having opened. Was the sign relocated to the BMU that did open in Montgomery Mall? Will National Taco be returning?”
Ed. Note: When Montgomery Mall did open we were told T Street would still be coming “this Summer”. Stay tuned.
Thanks to Teddy for sending from Mount Pleasant: (more…)
Celebrate summer at the “Summer Dreams” Block Party on August 14 from 4-9 pm at Dreaming Out Loud’s Marion Barry Market and Cafe in Anacostia. Shop from a variety of local vendors, enjoy live music and entertainment, sample delicious treats, and snag plenty of freebies.
The event also features fun crafts and activities for all ages–perfect for making memories with friends and neighbors. Don’t miss this chance to support DC’s vibrant small businesses and experience the best of Anacostia’s community spirit.
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Update: “The owner and dog were found yesterday. The dog has been taken into a 10 day quarantine by animal control. We found out today he has a current rabies vaccine (big relief). We are uncertain what will happen after the 10days, but at present it sounds like he will be released to his prior owner (who was questioned, but not taken into custody). A concern for ongoing public safety persists. The immediate threat of the dog and rabies has been removed, but potentially only for the next 9 days.”
“Dear PoPville,
Dog Attack: Yesterday my 1.5-year-old was attacked by an unleashed pit-bull at the Park at LeDroit. Please help us find the man in the video and his dog, we need to confirm rabies is not a threat and ensure the dog is not a threat to others.
Details: ~11am yesterday a man (middle aged, African American) and his dog (white pit-bull with black spots) came to the Park at LeDroit, yelled at the Nannie’s and babies about how this was his park and then his dog attacked my son at the splash pad. (more…)
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OK, on March 25th 2019 the first GA series was spotted. Since that day I’ve been counting down the arrival of the HA series. Doth my eyes deceive me? I think not, I’ve spotted this JA car two mornings in a row now. Now so many questions: What the heck happened to H and I series? Did they get skipped entirely or was a JA issued by mistake? Has anyone else spotted a JA plate? Anyone spot an HA plate?
Update: Yup, the JAs are out since Hs are for taxis and Is look too much like ones apparently. Still confusing, as a few have noted, where did the GW-GZs go? Nevertheless, welcome J series!! Standby for the K series in a few years. God willing.
From a press release:
“APO: The APO, well known for reimagining American popular music through non-traditional orchestra settings, brings musicians and the community together at CityCenterDC on June 16th from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. Orchestrations by Conor Keelan include “Almost Like Being in Love,” “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “On the Street Where You Live,” “If I Loved You/Will You Still Love Me,” “Whatever Lola Wants,” “Defying Gravity,” “Popular,” “9 to 5,” and “Climb Every Mountain.” Most recently APO has been featured in more than twelve national broadcasts on PBS, with programs ranging from American Roots to a complete re-imagining of the musical WICKED.
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CONEFLOWER CANOPY: Coneflower Canopy is part of CityCenterDC’s mission to bring art to the property and uplift local creatives. The summer installation, curated by Latela Curatorial specifically for Palmer Alley, adds an enchanting place for patrons and passers-by to enjoy while strolling through CityCenterDC. Coneflower Canopy is one component of CityCenterDC’s summer programming. You can also expect art, music, bubble shows, spectacular al fresco dining, and of course the best shopping in the city. (more…)
Fireworks arrive at Pentagon City Costco. photo by Mark Lyon
From MPD:
“Whether you’re celebrating Independence Day or the New Year, a backyard barbecue, or other family occasions, it is important to understand the laws regulating fireworks in the District of Columbia. Find out what fireworks are permitted and prohibited in DC.
Prohibited (more…)
Thanks to Jeff for sending from 16th Street Heights.
It had been 2 days since our last stolen wheels report. 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.