Columbia Heights

Holy!! NYC’s Holy Burger coming to Sherman Ave!! (in the former De Rhum Spot space)

By Prince Of Petworth

“Saw the crew working there – should open soon!”

Thanks to all who emailed/messaged us the good news!

“At Holy Burger, we serve delicious, beef burgers, mouth-watering fried chicken sandwiches, and indulgent shakes right in the heart of NYC. Our menu features a range of locally sourced, high-quality ingredients, crafted into classic American favorites and creative new dishes. Whether you’re craving a juicy classic burger, crispy fries, or a refreshing milkshake, you’ll find something to love. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick bite with friends!”

Thanks to Lauren for sending:

“Holy Burger, this nyc based burger place (with a whole vegan menu) is opening on Sherman ave. (2827 Sherman Ave, NW at Harvard) according to their website! Last business there was some sort of Caribbean bar that didn’t last long, as far as I can remember. Hopeful for the space!” (more…)

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Breaking the silence: your mental health story matters

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We’re taught to show up. To be strong. To handle it. But what happens when “handling it” means you’re falling apart at 2 AM? What happens when the pressure to be okay becomes the thing that’s not okay?

This is what we’re not talking about enough:

  • The 18-year-old scrolling Instagram and feeling like their life doesn’t measure up
  • The 65-year-old who lost their routine and feels invisible
  • The person who cries in their car before work
  • The friend who seems fine but isn’t sleeping
  • You, right now, reading this and wondering if it’s normal to feel this way

It is. And you’re not broken for feeling it.

Mental health isn’t about being “sick” or “crazy.” It’s about being human. It’s about the weight we carry—from grief, stress, loneliness, uncertainty, change. It’s about those days when getting out of bed feels impossible. And it’s about knowing that these feelings don’t have to be forever.

Here’s what we want you to know:

  • Your feelings are valid. You don’t need anyone’s permission to struggle or to seek help.
  • Help is accessible. Whether it’s talking to someone you trust, calling a lifeline, or seeing a therapist—resources exist. And they’re easier to reach than you think.
  • You’re not the only one. Millions of people in DC and beyond are navigating this. The shame? That’s the stigma talking. Not the truth.
  • Small steps count. One conversation. One call. One moment where you choose yourself. That’s everything.

If you’re struggling, reach out:

  • 988 Lifeline: Call or text 988 (24/7)
  • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
  • Find local DC support: [link to resources]

Your story matters. Your struggles are real. And your recovery is possible.

#BeMindfulDC #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone

Rant/Revel

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Ted Eytan

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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Rest and Reset this Summer with Cherry Blossom Healing Arts

By Cherry Blossom Healing Arts

Summer in Washington DC is beautiful — and relentless. The heat, the pace, the packed schedules that somehow get busier instead of slower, the humidity that settles into your body like a second layer of fatigue. Stress doesn’t take a summer vacation, and most of us spend the warmest months of the year running on empty, overstimulated, and wondering why we can’t seem to slow down even when we want to. When the nervous system is chronically overwhelmed, we see it everywhere — restless sleep, a racing mind, anxiety that flares without warning, a body that feels simultaneously exhausted and unable to rest.

Acupuncture works by shifting the nervous system out of the chronic fight-or-flight activation that most of us have quietly accepted as normal life. It regulates cortisol, calms the adrenal response, reduces inflammation driven by chronic stress, and helps the body remember what it feels like to actually exhale. Patients consistently describe leaving their appointments feeling like something has been turned down — the volume of everything, the urgency, the tightness they had stopped noticing they were carrying.

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July 4th at the National Archives

National Archives Museum

701 Constitution Avenue

Washington, District of Columbia 20408

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On Saturday, July 4, 2026, the National Archives will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the country’s founding, steps away from the original Declaration of Independence, on Constitution Avenue.

For more than 50 years, the National Archives has held its annual Fourth of July program, and this year the tradition continues with historical reenactors and a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence. Additional free family-friendly activities include a chance to meet reenactors portraying the Founding Fathers and Mothers, live musical performances, face painting, t-shirt giveaways, balloon artists, arts and crafts, and more.

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Almost Forgot My Summer Solstice Christmas Tree – BEHOLD the Beauty

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Marcus for sending this crispy specimen on Sunday from Logan Circle.

“After February 28, 2026, holiday trees and greenery should be placed at the normal point of collection for trash and recycling. Holiday trees and greenery will be collected as space permits in the truck.”

*Last Christmas Tree in Town (definitely not the last) is brought to you by the Friends of Mizuta Masahide Society. Should we be blessed with any, please send your JULY tree sightings to [email protected] and let me know where you saw it. Thanks!

DC Government

“DPR Aquatic’s Mismanagement is Threatening the Future of DC Wave”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Kyle

“Dear PoPville,

I am a parent of a DC Wave swimmer and a member of the team’s Booster Club. I want to raise awareness of an issue facing the District’s long-standing swim club, DC Wave, that has provided a competitive opportunity for a diverse group of young athletes across the city since 1983. After 2 coaches left the program in 2024, DPR Aquatics took away those FTEs from the program with no explanation and no plan for how the team was meant to maintain its USA Swimming-required coach-to-swimmer ratio. We were just informed that the head of Aquatics decided to turn those FTEs into administrative staff at other pools. Our team of over 330 swimmers has limped along for the last 2 years, and we are at a point where the current coaching staff is facing burnout.

We want DPR Aquatics to reinstate the 2 FTEs that were taken away from the club. (more…)

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