“Dear PoPville,
I live in a historic, rent-controlled apartment building in Adams Morgan. Yesterday, my landlord emailed all the tenants in the building to let us know he would be doing a walk through of each unit. Today, I got a knock on the door and was met with 5 strangers, 2 of whom were wearing masks with the logo of a real estate development firm on it. (more…)
2434 18th Street, NW
Thanks to Sarah for sending:
“Copacabana in Adams Morgan opened over the weekend. Just stopped by to check it out and the pão de queijo is tasty!”
Anyone else take an early taste?
1819 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Sara for passing on t pow’s tweet: “Confirmed El Centro on 14th Street (U Street Corridor) will not reopen. Note: El Centro Georgetown is currently still open for dine-in service at 50% capacity as well as curbside to-go and delivery.”
Ed. Note: I’ve emailed the company for their comment but have not yet received a reply.
El Centro’s website currently says “WE ARE CURRENTLY CLOSED. VISIT US AT OUR GEORGETOWN LOCATION!”
El Centro opened up here after extensive renovations back in May 2011 (see what the space used to look before below: (more…)
This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.
Own a world-renowned architect’s masterpiece for under $4,500 a month: 332 N Street SW
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457 Massachusetts Ave, NW
A reader reports: “Looks like Texas de Brazil has shuttered. It’s website sends you for a loop when you look up it’s DC location. Also google maps doesn’t bring up the location anymore.” (more…)
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.
Don’t see this everyday. Thanks to Leore for sharing: (more…)
Once a year we open the warehouse just for you.
Inside: a designer-curated mix of expressive new pieces and vintage finds on sale up to 75% off from the Lisa & Leroy collection.
Yesterday there were 15,652 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 Tuesday, October 6, 2020 includes 45 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 15,697.
The District reported one additional COVID-19 related death.
· 88-year-old male
Tragically, 632 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.
Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)
Ceci n’est pas un vélo, so please don’t break our window.
It’s an illusion!
via Side Door Pizza
From the Capitol Riverfront BID:
“Brian Schram, one of the owners of neighborhood bar and restaurant Scarlet Oak, is getting culinarily creative during the Covid era by popping up a pizza project from the side door of the restaurant. Fittingly named Side Door Pizza, the pick-up window is located adjacent to the large dining patio of Scarlet Oak right on New Jersey Avenue, SE.
Opening Hours! Check back for extended hours soon!
Monday: 5pm-10pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday-Friday: 5pm-10pm
Saturday-Sunday: 5pm-10pm
909 New Jersey Avenue SE
Side Door is located in between the 909 apartment’s main entrance and Scarlet Oak’s large patio off of New Jersey Ave.”
Photo by Diane Krauthamer
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From WMATA:
“Metro will rebuild deteriorating outdoor platforms at Arlington Cemetery, Addison Road, and four Green Line stations north of Fort Totten next year, continuing its robust capital program to keep the system safe and reliable for the next generation of riders. To date, Metro’s Platform Improvement Project has completed full platform replacements at 10 stations — six on the Blue and Yellow lines and four on the Orange Line. Construction activity is currently underway at Reagan National Airport Station marking the project’s halfway point, leaving nine stations to be completed in 2021 and 2022.
The updated schedule is as follows: (more…)
Reach recognizes that literacy is the foundation of lifelong learning.
On May 7, 2026, we’re holding our annual Read to Rise event to celebrate the achievements of our teen tutors.