weather

From an email:

“After more than 18 years at The Washington Post, Capital Weather will formally announce its return to independence – and the official launch of its website capitalweather.com, newsletter, and mobile app – on Tuesday June 9.

Capital Weather began as a local weather blog in 2004, before partnering with The Washington Post and becoming the Capital Weather Gang in 2008. Led by a team of meteorologists, journalists, and communicators, Capital Weather is one of the nation’s largest regional weather communities.

The new independent platforms feature: (more…)


Capitol Hill


705 8th Street, SE from our archives

“Llamas’ Corner

Organic COFFEE. MADE FOR COMMUNITY.

Organic specialty coffee, handcrafted boba, and fresh bites served in the heart of Bolton Hill (Baltimore, MD) and now Barrack Rows (Washington, DC).

Coffee shop
Not a Fast food restaurant
Roasting Organic,Fair-traded,Single-Origin coffee

Barracks Row🦙MF 7am-8pm, SS 8am-6pm🦙” (more…)


wildlife

Thanks to Chris for sending: “This little guy hangs out between the DC Water project and the Lincoln Memorial. He does not seem bothered by the activity…”

If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.


Sponsored

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

3006 Channing St NE
3006 Channing St NE

With nearly 300 open houses across the city this weekend, there’s plenty to explore as we settle into early summer — and with Juneteenth on Friday and Father’s Day on Sunday, it’s a perfect long weekend to wander a few new neighborhoods. From renovated Wardman rowhouses to move-in-ready condos, RLAH @properties agents have doors open across Northeast, Northwest, and Southeast. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

  • 3006 Channing St NE — $999,995 — Woodridge
    Open Sat. 1-3PM — Michele Collison
    “Welcome to 3006 Channing Street NE, a newly renovated home in Woodridge, that offers the perfect blend of space, functionality, and modern comfort. This large renovated home is move-in ready and features 4 large bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The well-appointed kitchen flows seamlessly into the main gathering areas, creating the perfect setting for hosting family and friends. Upstairs, the large primary bedroom suite offers a private retreat complete with an en-suite and large walk-in closet. The two additional bedrooms can be used for guests, home office, or growing households.”
  • 1011 Otis Pl NW — $999,900 — Columbia Heights
    Open Fri. 5-7PM & Sat. 2-4PM — David Bediz
    “Welcome to 1011 Otis Place NW, a beautifully renovated four-level rowhome in the heart of Northwest Washington, DC, offering the perfect blend of modern luxury, flexible living space, and exceptional income-producing potential. Renovated in 2022, this impressive property features 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and 1 half bathroom, thoughtfully designed with contemporary finishes and versatile living arrangements ideal for homeowners, investors, and multigenerational households alike.”
  • 1367 K St SE #B — $199,900 — Capitol Hill East
    Open Sat. 4-6PM — Tiffany Stone
    “New, gleaming white oak hardwood floors! Home sale contingency fell through. EXCEPTIONAL VALUE FOR 1 BR CAPITOL HILL CONDO. LOWEST PRICE PER SQ FT. GREAT INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY. COMPARABLE RENTS IN AREA $1800-2000. Experience unparalleled convenience in this exceptional condo, where numerous salient features converge with location, space and walkability to make this an ideal abode and wonderful investment. The unit has high ceilings, abundant natural light, and beautiful, pet-friendly laminate flooring throughout.”

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Rant/Revel


photo by Victoria Pickering

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What the Helen of Troy is This

“Dear PoPville,

These piles of sand appeared a few weeks ago on the sidewalk on my street (New Hampshire Avenue) in Columbia Heights. I think they have appeared in previous years as well. Any idea where they come from??”

Anyone else seeing random piles of sand around town. Anyone know why?!?! (Wrong answers only.) No. I will also accept right answers, I’ve just always wanted to try out a wrong answers only post. But I guess that’s basically a caption contest!! Anyway, what the hell?


What the Helen of Troy is This


1141 Connecticut Ave, NW previously home to Mari Vanna

“Darvish Kitchen DC
Driven by a deep love for sharing the warmth and flavors of Persian culture”

There is an incredibly lifelike mannequin in front of Darvish Kitchen and if it would’ve started talking to me I might have dropped dead right then and there. Some close ups: (more…)


Logan Circle


1401 R Street, NW via Papadopoulos Properties

BIG NEWS via email response to my query:

“Red Light is not closing. We are relocating!

After nearly two decades at the corner of 14th & R, Red Light has become a staple of the community.

Unfortunately, the realities of remaining in our current space no longer made sense for a small family owned restaurant/bar. Despite our commitment to the neighborhood and our efforts to find a sustainable path forward, it became clear that our future would be better served elsewhere.

The good news is that we’ve already found our new home on the corner of 14th & Florida. (more…)