
“Dear PoPville,
Anyone have advice as to how to make the rats more “Fully committed to the trap?” My old rat zapper actually worked well. The new model – sadly total fail.”

“Dear PoPville,
Anyone have advice as to how to make the rats more “Fully committed to the trap?” My old rat zapper actually worked well. The new model – sadly total fail.”

Action at the Downtowner “Delicatessen Cafe”! Or that little kiosk attached to it anyway: (more…)

“Dear PoPville,
I know this is kind of out of your realm but…….”
SKILLS!

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The city may be in the thick of a steamy DC July, but the open house circuit is anything but sleepy. With 370 open houses across the District this weekend, there’s no shortage of air-conditioned rowhouses, renovated condos, and light-filled Logan Circle townhomes to tour before the Saturday heat peaks. Grab an iced coffee and make a day of it. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

Thanks to G. and W. for sending:
“Demolition work at 10th and H Street, NE. Looks like the mural survives for now. Didn’t know it wasn’t attached to the building. They’re tearing every thing down to the wall with the old Duffys.” (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.

4523 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to David and everyone else for sending photos from the new South Block. Peek inside: (more…)

photo by Nikki
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August 27, 2024 at 9:55AM a date that had been living in infamy, for a special of few, of which I am one…
“COMING TO YOU LIVE FROM INSIDE THE PETWORTH WENDY’S. NOT A DRILL 🚨🚨🚨”
Thanks to Nathan for sending the shot above and all (and I mean all, I haven’t gotten this many messages since Rusty the Red Panda escaped the zoo and was spotted in Adams Morgan…) who emailed/messaged us yesterday!!

3900 Georgia Ave, NW
“The drive thru line is already 10 cars deep. They’re open!” (more…)

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“Dear PoPville,
Not sure if this has been said yet, but rough math puts Wednesday night’s flyovers at nearly $2 million.
And these are supposed to happen throughout the next 15 days. (more…)

2026
“Dear PoPville,
I live in the Navy Yard and enjoy running the trail in Anacostia Park. It’s always been delightful to have our own little slice of urban wildlife along the riverfront.
This week during a run, it was impossible not to notice how the riverfront has been destroyed. (more…)