Medical


Yesterday there were 16,132 total positives.

Ed. Note: Comments have been closed because the broken record has become redundant, at best. Please continue to wear a face covering when you leave home and get tested if you are not well or think you have been exposed.

explore all the official D.C. data here

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Wednesday, October 14, 2020 includes 34 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 16,166.

The District reported no additional COVID-19 related deaths.

Tragically, 638 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.

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


Logan Circle


14th and P Street, NW

In late September we confirmed our scuttlebutt that Dolcezza would be closing at 14th and P St, NW (also City Center, Wharf, Dupont Circle, and Bethesda) sometime in October. We now know who’s taking over the Logan space – South Block. The owner of South Block posts on his IG:

“Changing of the guard.

Excited and very fortunate to be opening our 11th @southblock location (and first standalone DC shop) in Logan Circle in the former Dolcezza spot on 14th & P st! Robb (owner of dolcezza) and I are friends… he and his business have been an amazing part of this community for years. We have big shoes to fill and I hope we do you proud! I look forward to seeing your awesome gelato in stores nationwide! (more…)


Sponsored

Expect more from your wine club. For just $75, we give you three bottles each month of the hard-to-find wines poured at the coolest restaurants in the country, not excess production jug wine with a custom label slapped on. We’ve been named the best wine club in America, and we’re right in your backyard.


Announcement

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.


Rant/Revel


Photo by Vincent

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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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!


wildlife

Thanks to Laura for sending the deer: “Spotted crossing 15th in front of some petrified drivers before stopping to evaluate this rude sign. A rule breaker but per animal control he is in good health and should be allowed to carry on with his walk.”

Thanks to Molly for sending the Fox from 11th and I Street, NE.

If you spot a hawk or any interesting wildlife around town, lunching or otherwise, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted it to [email protected] and I’ll add it to the queue. Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.


Animal Fix

If you have any animal/pet photos you’d like to share please send an email to princeofpetworth(at)gmail(dot)com with ‘Animal Fix’ in the title and say the name of your pet and your neighborhood.  If you love the animal fix and want to ensure PoPville’s long term viability please consider donating to our Patreon here.

“Please meet Osito (Little Bear in Spanish) rescued from San Juan, PR and now enjoying leisurely walks in Georgetown, romping at the dog park, and learning basic commands via a bevy of treats!!”

“Mojito in Tenleytown, exhausted from a long day of naps, bird watching, naps, and chasing a feather on a stick.”


Dating

“Dear PoPville,

I saw a really cute guy yesterday (Tuesday, October 13) at around 2:45 pm at the 14th St. NW USPS underneath the Municipal Affairs building. He had a skateboard and a very cute gray and white doggy with him. We exchanged looks and commented on the long line, but I chickened out and left without even asking his dog’s name let alone his own name or number! Please help me find the Sk8er Boy, PoPville!”

Ed. Note: If this is you, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP. PoPville is not affiliated with either party, please proceed with any potential connection at your own risk using caution as you would any online encounter. For those curious about passed missed connections, some have been made and when possibly I’ll try to update when/if more are made.


Announcement

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.