via google maps
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit announce an arrest has been made in reference to a First Degree Sexual Abuse while Armed offense that occurred on Tuesday, July 5, 2011, in the 900 block of Shepherd Street, Northwest. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Almost a year into the pandemic, we gave up on the at-home haircuts at about month two. However, as things slowly begin to return to normal-ish (fingers crossed), my husband and I are looking for places or people who can help us get back to looking like our former selves. Any recommendations from the community for salons or stylists? Preference would go to someone who could brave the outdoors and do the cut to reduce risk, but salons taking necessary precautions also welcome. I know the stylist community has also been hit pretty hard by the closures, so hoping to support. Thanks!”
Thanks to Riju for sending “Saw our first “white whale” this evening while walking by the Guatemalan Embassy in Kalorama.”
Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Last Christmas Tree in Town.
This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.
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…)
Park Road just before Mount Pleasant Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
In this photo a happy little Mount Pleasant park sits sun drenched and empty. There’s nothing really special about it.
A morning exercise class uses it. Rotating clusters of people wait for the H4. Kids skip through. Dog walkers chat with runners stretching out and folks waiting for the bus. A guy always parks his Vespa here alongside some bikes.
Everyone in the neighborhood gets to enjoy or ignore this little public space. It could definitely be improved. (more…)
Electronics Recycling & Take-it-Apart Day!
Join us for a special day of free* electronics recycling and hands-on exploration!
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“Nellie from Truxton Circle loves to ride around town with her head out the window to feel the wind in her fur!”
“Dogs are Jasper and Buddy. They live in Petworth.”
Hosted by DC nonprofit Archaeology in the Community, this annual festival gathers archaeologists and other heritage-related professionals from across the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region to share the stories, science, and the discoveries that shape our understanding of the past. Taking place as part of DC Archaeology Month in June, the festival offers a full day of engaging experiences designed especially for kids and families.
“Dear PoPville,
I have an issue with a neighbor that I am not sure how to deal with, so hoping to get some good advice without escalating. My neighbor across the street routinely yells at people street parking who do not have the right zone sticker. His general routine is that he is up at ~6am walks up and down the street, leaves notes on peoples cars and then if people are parking while he is out he yells at them. If they try to respond he goes off and starts an all out screaming match. (more…)
This rental is located at 16th NW near Park Rd NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2,300 / 2br – 1400ft2 – Enormous light-filled 2-bedroom (Mt. Pleasant / Columbia Heights) (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I’ve been noticing that the construction crew on the upper level of Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park has been very abusive to the already deteriorating turf. As they work to repair the lower section of the park, it seems that they are simultaneously damaging the other heavily used section. Photos are below. (more…)
via FONZ
Thanks to all who passed on the news from FONZ:
“Today, Friends of the National Zoo (FONZ) and the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute are announcing the dissolution of our partnership.
For nearly 63 years, FONZ has been a valued partner of the Zoo, with a team dedicated to providing educational and fun experiences, such as Boo at the Zoo and summer camps, and managing a number of services, from greeting guests to running the retail stores. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic has had continued financial impacts on both FONZ and the National Zoo, which required a re-assessment of the longstanding relationship. (more…)
Photo by angela n.
“Dear PoPville,
What do I do with the snow when I clear off the car? Leave it in the street? Shovel it onto our easement? My husband and I just bought a house, and this is the first time we’ve had street parking. It’s the first time we’ve had to worry about this problem, as well, even when we lived in a building with an outdoor lot.
For what it’s worth, I did the latter the other day because it was a fair amount of snow, and I was self-conscious. My block is almost entirely populated by people who’ve lived here for at least a decade, but more often several decades, so I didn’t want to rock the proverbial boat. I also wasn’t sure if there was some implicit rule city-wide about the etiquette around this.”