Jos. A. Magnus & Co. is located at 2052 West Virginia Ave NE #202
Thanks to a reader for passing on the email:
“The Jos. A. Magnus & Co. team will publicly announce later today that we are relocating our operations from Washington, D.C. to Holland, Michigan, effective October 31, 2020 — but we wanted you to be the first to know.
Our team has been humbled by your support since reviving this century-old spirit in DC in 2015, (more…)
Thanks to Nic for sending a shot of our favorite old cab in Georgetown.
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“Dear PoPville,
I am a Lecturer at Howard University. There is a movement going on there right now to address some long-standing labor issues, most significantly, that Howard Lecturers are paid less than any DC area university, and that administrators impose a bizarre 7 year cap on employment, so Lecturers are automatically fired after 7 years. It is actually how Toni Morrison was fired from Howard… (more…)
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May has officially arrived, and with it the year’s first true spring weekend in the District. Buyers will have plenty to choose from with 360+ open houses across the city this weekend, with porches in bloom, parks in full color, and that perfect-for-house-hunting weather that makes you want to walk every block. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.
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“This is Irma – a new resident of Mount Pleasant! She’s an 8-week old yellow lab pup being raised for Guiding Eyes for the Blind. She’ll live in Mount Pleasant for about a year and get basic skills training and socialization, and then go on to formal guide dog training in NY. Folks in the neighborhood may spot her out and about in stores and restaurants in Mount Pleasant – if she’s wearing her blue bandana, she’s actively working! (you can follow her journey on Instagram @irmatheguidepup)”
“Frankie
Bethesda”
Local rising kindergartener, Phin, has advanced to the Top 5 in his group in the national Jr. Ranger Contest, a competition that celebrates children who are passionate about nature, wildlife, and exploration. After making it through earlier rounds with strong family and friend support, Phin is now in 4th place and working toward the top spot needed to move on to the quarterfinals.
The contest encourages kids to engage with the outdoors and highlights their curiosity and love for learning about the natural world. For Phin and his family, this experience has been both exciting and meaningful, made even more special by the encouragement from friends, neighbors, and the broader community.
Thanks to Ammie for sending: “Just voted at capital one arena. No wait time. They are giving out masks in addition to the I voted sticker.”
To celebrate DC native Haili Blassingame’s debut novel, THEY ALL FALL IN LOVE AT THE END, Lost City Books is throwing a launch party themed around messy love stories. Haili, and a crew of writers she has assembled, will read excerpts from their work, but there will also be audience participation in the form of anonymously submitting messy dating stories. It’s going to be a night of laughter, of gasps, of books, of great company. Refreshments will be available. We can’t wait to see you there!
This rental is located at 1400 Church Street, NW. The Craigslist scam said:
“$1,700 / 1br – 775ft2 – Lite furnished 1 bedroom 1 bathroom Apartment (Washington) (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I know there’s a thread on the best bookstore but has there been any discussion on the best place to sell/donate used books around dc? I could’ve sworn I saw a comment once about a dc guy who sells used books for people on Amazon and takes a portion of the sales but I can’t seem to find it.
I’ve got about fifty books I’m trying to offload. Some are kind of expensive and some are fairly common so I’d be happy to find a place with both sell back and donation. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I’m the parent of a Tubman PreK student, and my husband Josh and I wrote the letter linked below to Chancellor Ferebee voicing concerns about DCPS’ reopening plan.”
DCPS Reopening: Parent Concerns Sign-on Letter
“Dear Chancellor Ferebee,
As the parents of more than [XX] DCPS students, we, the undersigned, write to express our profound concerns with the announced plans for a phased reopening of Washington D.C.’s public schools beginning on November 9, 2020. The following four issues highlight our deepest worries: (more…)
Karon Hylton via Instagram
From MPD:
“Detectives with the Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Crash Investigations Unit are investigating a traffic fatality that occurred on Friday, October 23, 2020, in the 700 block of Kennedy Street, Northwest.
On Friday, October 23, 2020, at approximately 10:09 PM MPD officers observed a person operating a Revel Electric Moped without a helmet on the sidewalk in the 500 block of Kennedy Street, NW. Officers activated their emergency lights and attempted to make a traffic stop. When the moped exited an alley in the 700 block of Kennedy Street, NW, the moped collided with a passenger vehicle that was traveling on Kennedy Street. (more…)
1915 18th Street, NW
UPDATE: The folks from Dreamy DC tell me it’s just an ad and that another restaurant is likely moving into the space. STAY TUNED.
Thanks to Nick for sending the new sign up at the former Pho Anh Dao space in Dupont. Dreamy’s website says:
“Get motivated.
It’s as easy as calling an Uber.”
A quick google search reveals:
“Dreamy – an on-demand motivational speech company that provides customers with optional free gifts (of weed).”
In a city where everyone seems to be moving at a hundred miles an hour, finding a moment of calm can feel like a luxury. At Luxie Spa, tucked into the heart of Capitol Hill, that luxury is intentional.
Luxie Spa has become one of D.C.’s most talked-about destinations for those who want more than a routine beauty appointment. Combining high-end technique with a personalized touch — creates an experience that feels both indulgent and deeply restorative.