Dear PoPville

“I think I just got meat hustled.”

By Prince Of Petworth


From our first discussion back in 2011

“Dear PoPville,

So today [Tuesday] we had two gentlemen knock at our door and ask if we’d like to have some fine frozen meats — they were promising a very good deal. First it sounded off. But then I thought in COVID times, they might be small businesses owners getting creative to make ends meet. So I asked hubby to see what they had and make sure he only had some cash (limited amount — couldn’t spend much). They pulled up their minivan, marked with “Capital Meats Company” and started pulling out frozen fine cuts, pushing him to get these “unbelievable deals” for hundreds of dollars. (more…)

Bethesda

“Dim Sum Service to Continue at CHIKO Dupont and Bethesda on Weekends!”

By Prince Of Petworth


courtesy CHIKO

From an email:

“Due to the overwhelming success of our Lunar New Year Brunch, we’ll be offering dim sum service at both CHIKO Dupont and Bethesda moving forward. Guests will be able to enjoy said dishes via contactless pickup or delivery on weekends from 11 AM-3 PM, with the option of choosing 3 for $20, 5 for $32, 7 for $45 or order a la carte. The menu is as follows: (more…)

Adams Morgan

“Dan’s Cafe is reopening their doors on Fri & Sat evenings!”

By Prince Of Petworth


2315 18th Street, NW

Big news from the Adams Morgan BID, thanks to John for passing on:

“PSA: Dan’s Cafe in #AdamsMorgan is reopening their doors on Fri & Sat evenings! @PitchersDC has generously allowed them to use their menu to comply with food rules. So glad we could help them navigate the rules to reopen safely! Welcome back!”

Dan’s Cafe originally planned to reopen during phase three. Hopefully these legends get some patio seating out front too.

Sponsored

DC Fresh Finds for April 22, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

1007 O Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
1007 O Street NW, Washington, DC 20001

Featured Property of the Week: 1007 O Street NW

“Tucked along a quiet, tree-lined stretch in DC’s coveted Logan Circle, 1007 O Street NW is the kind of home that stops you mid-scroll. Crafted by OPaL, DC’s award-winning design-build firm, this practically brand-new home is a refined statement of design, where every detail feels intentional and elevated. From its striking architecture to its effortlessly livable layout, the [3BR/3.5BA] home is both a showpiece and a sanctuary. Think timeless materials, thoughtful craftsmanship, and a calm, understated elegance that lets you exhale the moment you walk in. This isn’t just a place to live—it’s a place to feel something. And in a neighborhood as sought-after as Logan Circle, opportunities like this don’t come around often.” (more…)

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Logan Circle

Tie Bar has closed in Logan

By Prince Of Petworth


1431 P Street, NW

Thanks to LW for sending: “Tie Bar on P Street in Logan Circle looks closed as of Saturday. Everything is boxed up. I think they opened in 2018″

Tie Bar’s website says:

“We have made the difficult decision to close our retail locations in Boston, the Chicago Loop, New York, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C, with our Chicago Flagship store to remain open at this time. (more…)

Medical

February 23 Coronavirus Data Posted: 39,943. With 1001 Lives Lost in D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser proclaims Today “A Day of Remembrance for Lives Lost to COVID-19”

By Prince Of Petworth


Yesterday there were 39,844 total positives.

explore all the official D.C. data here

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Tuesday, February 23, 2021 includes 99 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 39,943.

The District reported that three additional residents lost their lives due to COVID-19.

67-year-old female
73-year-old female
79-year-old female

Tragically, 1001 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.

Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)

fire

Photos of Huge House Fire in Woodland Normanstone

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by and_thom

DC Fire & EMS reported: “Original call received 12:41 AM. Approximately 75 personnel with 20 pieces of equipment responded and operated on scene.”

“Update 2 Alarm fire 2600 block 31st NW. Original fire structure largely collapsed with fire knocked down other than hotspots. Interior hose lines extinguishing fire in adjacent home. No injuries reported. This photo was on arrival.”

Harrison Jones writes around 1am: “The massive column of fire and smoke from a multiple alarm fire in a massive single family home in NW DC is visible on radar currently.”

Many more reader photos: (more…)

Rant/Revel

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Diane Krauthamer

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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museum

“The historic Arts + Industries Building will reopen for first time in nearly two decades with Smithsonian’s first large-scale exploration of the future”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Tim Brown

From a press release:

“The historic Arts + Industries Building (AIB), America’s first National Museum, will temporarily reopen this November after nearly two decades for the debut exhibition FUTURES, the Smithsonian’s first major building-wide exploration of the future. (more…)

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