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“Dear PoPville,

I am a resident in the Petworth neighborhood and my son attends EL Haynes. Yesterday morning, around 8:15 am, DC MPD and US Marshals appeared to be executing a warrant with extreme show of force two blocks from an Haynes with preschoolers on the playground. The effort appeared unsuccessful, and police took their time leaving the scene as families commuted to school and work. This show of force is unacceptable, a true lack of judgement and eroding trust in law enforcement that will take years to overcome.”


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  • “Rarely available Victorian-style detached single-family home in the sought-after Sixteenth Street Heights neighborhood of NW Washington, DC. This stately 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence blends timeless character with generous living space and classic architectural details.”
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Event

Columbia Heights Day is an annual neighborhood festival celebrating the vibrant community, culture, and small businesses of Columbia Heights. Now in its 18th year, the event features a lively mix of local vendors, live entertainment, and interactive activities for all ages—including face painting, tie-dye, karaoke, a dog costume contest, and more. Join us for a day of connection, creativity, and community right in the heart of Columbia Heights!


Adams Morgan


1835 Columbia Road, NW

Ed. Note: When we posted about the Tatte coming to 14th Street and W Street, NW many folks doubted their success. EVERY single weekend I pass by it, including last weekend, it was packed. That could be more telling about Social Media reactions/commentary but anyway…

A peek at the progress at the coming Tatte in Adams Morgan.

Thanks to A. for sharing a peek inside: (more…)


Anacostia

From an email:

Therme Group — the internationally acclaimed wellness and cultural destination known for state-of-the-art urban oases that blend thermal and mineral pools, saunas, lush botanical spaces, and cultural programming — is bringing its very first U.S. experience to Washington, DC this fall.

Bathe-ing DC will offer a connective weekend of saunas, movement sessions, soundbaths, community programming, and more at Sandlot Anacostia (October 18–19th). The festival will give visitors a preview of Therme’s signature blend of wellness, art, food, and culture that has made it a global landmark of everyday wellness.

Details at a glance: (more…)


Washington Commanders


photo by Ian Will

From the Sierra Club:

“The DC Council today approved legislation providing more than $1 billion in taxpayer subsidies to the billionaire owners of the Washington Commanders for a new stadium at the RFK site. Though Councilmember Charles Allen was able to secure some resources for transit improvements, a pause on a third parking garage, and energy efficiency standards for the stadium, the Sierra Club DC Chapter opposes the deal because it prioritizes a handout to wealthy team owners over protecting residents, the climate, and the Anacostia River. (more…)


DC Water

From DC Water:

“DC Water will begin construction this week to stabilize the slope on Canal Road NW between Foxhall Road (Glover-Archbold Trailhead) and the Georgetown University (GU) entrance. Temporary lane closures will be necessary during off-peak hours at times, and the sidewalk will be closed for the duration of the project. Work will begin on Saturday, September 20, 2025, and continue for approximately 6.5 months.

The slope stabilization will be performed in advance of the Potomac River Tunnel Project, a critical infrastructure effort to improve water quality in the Potomac River. Due to repeated landslides and falling rocks along the slope, (more…)