1501 Harry Thomas Way, NE
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New DOB permits at 1501 Harry Thomas Way, at Alethia Tanner Park. Detailed to be a ‘gymnasium’ (more…)
photo by Jim Havard
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“Dear PoPville,
I wanted to share this news from the National Park Service announcing a partnership with Casey Trees to plant 250 trees this year in federal parks and lands managed by National Capital Parks—East, in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.
Thanks to early community outreach, we’ve already funded over 80 trees for Lincoln, Stanton, and Folger Parks in Capitol Hill! Right now, the community can sponsor trees along the Pennsylvania Avenue corridor in SE, with other parks and lands to be determined.
The tree plantings will begin this spring, with remaining trees planted over the course of the year as fundraising continues.
We’re excited to help restore the tree canopy in these historic public spaces!”
Full press release:
“The National Park Service is partnering with Casey Trees to launch a community-driven campaign to plant 250 native and historic trees across historic federal parkland in the nation’s capital to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026.
The effort, called “250 Years of America, 250 Trees for its Capital,” aims to raise $125,000 to fund planting and long-term care. The campaign has already raised more than $54,000 through early community outreach.
In partnership with National Capital Parks – East, (more…)
This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.
This fully renovated Petworth rowhome comes with something DC buyers rarely get — a two-car carport: 5319 4th St NW
- Classic Petworth rowhouse, fully renovated
- Rare two-car carport
- Quartz-and-butcher-block chef’s kitchen
- Spa-inspired primary ensuite
- Finished lower level with fireplace
Other Notable Fresh Listings:
- The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 7BR/7 full + 2 half-bath brand-new Coba Properties build in Observatory Circle, with an elevator to all four levels, a golf-simulator-ready lower level, and a detached two-car garage topped by its own guest suite—all for $5M.
- “Signature loft elements—exposed brick, concrete floors, and soaring ceilings—anchor” this Penn Quarter loft, which delivers “stunning monument views from both the living area and primary bedroom.”
- A “sun-filled three bedroom, 2-bathroom residence” in the Cleveland Park Historic District that “blends timeless architectural charm with thoughtful improvements,” with a solarium overlooking “the community’s lush landscaped gardens and the park.”
- Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “Row Home in Glover Park” “tucked into one of Glover Park’s most desirable corners,” just “blocks from Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Safeway” and “a half-block away” from “quick access to Tenleytown Metro.”
photo by Emma K Alexandra
Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP.
“Dear PoPville,
I’m hoping to reconnect with a missed connection from yesterday evening.
I boarded the Metro at Farragut West around 5:45–6:00 pm, heading toward Franconia–Springfield on the Blue Line, when the conductor announced that everyone had to exit at Arlington Cemetery.
As we all got off, I struck up a conversation with a man next to me — very tall (around 6’3–6’5), bearded, wearing (more…)
Ed. Note: If you’d like to shoot your shot – you’ve got a 7% chance (previous years have been 10%) at a second chance at connection – please email the who, what, when, why and where to me via email at [email protected]
Thanks to a reader for putting together this fun look back on 2025: (more…)
Logan Circle Main Street and U Street Main Street are celebrating World Cup season with a free, family-friendly Carnival celebrating soccer, community, and local business sponsored by Volo. All proceeds support LCMS and USMS programming.
Join us Saturday, July 11, 2026, 1–5 PM at Harrison Park for an afternoon packed with:
On the heels of last week’s Columbia Heights trivial pursuit flashback comes this magnificence from Cat:
“My husband bought this DC trivia game about 10 years ago at a yard sale and I just unearthed it.”
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!
Check it out: (more…)
“Update: Clean Rivers Impervious Area Measurements and Implementation Pause
Dear Customer,
We are writing to follow up on a recent letter you received regarding updated measurements used to calculate your Clean Rivers Impervious Area Charge (CRIAC).
We want to begin by acknowledging that our initial communication did not provide enough information or time for you to fully understand the change. We also recognize that for many customers, the primary concern is the impact on their bill. In some cases, updated measurements resulted in significant changes, and we understand how disruptive and frustrating this can feel. (more…)
1564 Wisconsin Ave, NW photo by Nils
Thanks to a reader for passing on this auction notice: “EXTREMELY SHORT NOTICE! Restaurant Equipment Washington, DC”
Los Cuates’ website website revealed trouble on the horizon: (more…)
4523 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Smoothies are dead, Long live Juice!!
Thanks to a reader for sending this permit posted at the old Robeks space in Tenleytown near the Whole Foods: (more…)
“This petition is in strong support for including a jacuzzi and sauna in the new Rumsey Aquatic Center. I urge the DC government to include these amenities. This petition is for Washington Ward 6 residents only and those who frequent the Rumsey Aquatic Center.”
Thanks to Ivan for passing on:
“Readers may find this of interest: petition to include a sauna and jacuzzi at the new Rumsey Aquatic Center, 635 North Carolina Ave SE, (rather than the currently proposed “tech lounge” and “business incubator,” odd for a community pool)”
The MoveOn petition says:
“To: Washington DC Department of Parks and Recreation and Council Member Charles Allen Washington DC Ward 6 – Jacuzzi and Sauna for Rumsey Aquatic Center (more…)