Transit

What a roller coaster.

Scroll down here for the road closures.

Update from Army Ten Miler:

“The 41st Annual Army Ten-Miler Race Date will be held on October 12, 2025, at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C. Taking place on an early October Sunday morning, thousands of runners travel from around the world to visit Washington, D.C. to win the top spot in the Army’s Race!”

Reactions were, uh, mixed: (more…)


metro

Thanks to Andrew for sending:

“I just wanted to call out whatever hero put this potted tree in the Shaw Metro station. It almost cancels out how hard the guard troops harsh the vibe in the station.”

hahaha, awesome!


Sponsored

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

3628 New Hampshire Avenue NW
3628 New Hampshire Avenue NW

DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 22, 2026

Memorial Day weekend is here, and DC’s housing market isn’t taking the holiday off — there are 170 open houses across the city this weekend. Whether you’re firing up the grill or squeezing in a little house-hunting between cookouts, it’s a perfect stretch of days to wander through some new listings. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

  • 3628 New Hampshire Ave NW — $1,125,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sun. 2-4PM — Silvana Dias
    “Lovingly restored and thoughtfully renovated & expanded by its current owners, this remarkable home retains the timeless charm and craftsmanship that define classic Wardman architecture while incorporating the extensive upgrades today’s homeowners seek. Nearly every aspect of the home has been updated, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, outdoor living and parking pad offering true peace of mind rarely found in homes of this era. The inviting front porch immediately sets the tone with all-new iron railings, beadboard ceiling, ceiling fan, and new storm and entry doors creating a warm and welcoming extension of the home.”
  • 1300 4th St SE #205 — $635,000 — Navy Yard
    Open Sat. 11AM-12:45PM — Sherese Teixeira
    “Welcome to elevated city living at The Bower, one of DC’s most sought-after boutique residences in the heart of Navy Yard. This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo at 1300 4th St SE #205 blends modern design, upscale finishes, and an unbeatable location into one exceptional offering. Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed open-concept layout featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light.”
  • 2220 20th St NW #33 — $740,000 — Kalorama
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Thomas Doyle
    “This beautifully updated and maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom co-op on the 3rd floor captures serene treetop views and is filled with original character that sets it apart. The apartment is over 1,300 sqft and retains its original hardwood floors, graceful archways, pocket doors, and all original doors and trim; preserving an authenticity that is rare to find today. Modern upgrades throughout, including in-unit laundry, luxury kitchen, spa-like bathroom, and bespoke light fixtures.”
  • 3422 Pennsylvania Ave SE — $939,900 — Hillcrest
    Open Sat. 12-2PM — Stephanie Cooper
    “Welcome to your dream home on Pennsylvania Avenue a stunning, thoughtfully renovated four-level, 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence that seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern luxury in the heart of the Hillcrest/Penn Branch neighborhood. From the moment you arrive, the transformation is undeniable. The refreshed exterior, highlighted by premium Hardie board siding and a newly constructed Trex front porch, creates an inviting first impression and a stylish outdoor retreat.”

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Event

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Artemis II and Beyond,” on how the recent space mission fits into long-term plans for the Moon, with Michael J. Neufeld, retired senior curator for the Space History Department of the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum.

NASA’s recent, spectacular Artemis II mission is a sign that the United States is serious about sending humans to the Moon again.


Environment


photo by Emma K Alexandra

From the Office of the Attorney General (OAG):

“Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced that DC Trails, a local charter bus company, and its subsidiary DC2NY (which does business as BestBus), will pay $85,000 and program its bus engines to shut off after three minutes of idling as part of a settlement with the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) to address persistent air pollution violations.

An investigation by the District’s Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) and the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) uncovered evidence that DC Trails buses frequently idled their engines for longer (more…)


Columbia Heights

Thanks to Daniel for sending: “From the lidl in Columbia heights, nothing posted on their website but this on the door.”

I’m hearing there is a “deep cleaning” going on but not details on why and how long it will take. Stay tuned.

And earlier this morning a few folks were asking about the giant police presence around 14th and Girard Street, NW: (more…)


Bars


photo by Tyler Nelson

“Dear PoPville,

For years dc has had limited options for lively places to watch commanders games. With the team finally getting competitive and more people becoming interested again I was wondering if you could ask which places in town are best to watch the game (with sound) and draw a fun crowd these days.

Bonus points for drink good specials.”

and

“Dear PoPville,

Where can a Torontonian without a television go to watch her hometown baseball team inch closer to the World Series? (more…)