Animal Fix

Your Afternoon Animal Fix

By Prince Of Petworth

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.

“Genevieve was a resident of Adams Morgan until she passed away at the end of August. She loved belly rubs, meeting new people, and attempting to eat the resident pet gecko.”

“My new puppy, Rona (b/c she’s a corona virus baby and it means “my joy” and we all need some joy right now) has her own IG with many photos @TheRonaDoodle and she’s taking over city center spreading the love!”

DC Government

District of Columbia Facilities and Commemorative Expressions Working Group (DCFACES) Report Recommends Renaming schools, buildings, parks, statues and monuments.

By Prince Of Petworth

Read the DC-FACES-Executive-Summary (PDF) here.

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser released the District of Columbia Facilities and Commemorative Expressions Working Group (DCFACES) report. In July 2020, the Mayor assembled the working group with the charge of reviewing the legacy of namesakes of District assets to determine if the individual, in an individual capacity or as part of a group, participated in the oppression of African Americans and/or other communities of color, or contributed to the nation’s history of systemic racism and other biases. (more…)

DC Government

“was wondering if others around the city, and particularly in Ward 6, are experiencing major issues with trash pickup?”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by James Crane

“Dear PoPville,

I was wondering if others around the city, and particularly in Ward 6, are experiencing major issues with trash pickup? Trash collection is supposed to take place twice a week but the trash collectors always drive down the block without actually picking up the trash on multiple occasions, and everyone’s garbage is starting to collect on the sidewalks. We’ve called our council member for the Ward, the Deputy Mayor’s Office, and the head of Waste Management to no avail. Anyone else experiencing these problems and if so, have they gotten anywhere with anyone at the City?”

Ed. Note: I have found DPW (and 311) to be very responsive on twitter.

Announcement

The Most Parisian Evening in Washington D.C. at the French Embassy 🇫🇷

By French American Chamber of Commerce

🗼 The Most Parisian Evening in Washington D.C.

You’re invited to one of the most exclusive evenings Washington D.C. has ever seen, a night where the Embassy of France transforms into the heart of Paris. Midnight in Paris blends French elegance, world-class gastronomy, and unforgettable energy, without leaving D.C. Not just an event. An experience reserved for those who appreciate the finest things in life.

Go to The Most Parisian Evening in Washington D.C. at the French Embassy 🇫🇷 Read more
Dupont Circle

Taim Falafel opening next Thursday (9/10) in Dupont

By Prince Of Petworth


1514 Connecticut Ave, NW

UPDATE from Taim: “On Wednesday, September 9th, Taïm will be selling its’ award winning and made from scratch pitas, bowls or salads for just $5 with 100% of the proceeds going to the Dupont Circle Farmers Market – one of the oldest and largest urban farmers market in the US which happens every Sunday right behind the
restaurant. The fundraiser will run from 11a to 8p and entrees are available for dine in or carry out that day.”

Back in July we reported that a Taim Falafel would be opening in the former BGR the burger joint space. We got an opening date: (more…)

Event

DCCO Season Finale – “Portraits in Time”

Church of the Epiphany

1317 G St., NW

Washington, 20005

Website Contact Social

The DC Concert Orchestra presents Portraits in Time, the last concert in our season themed A World Mosaic. The concert runs approximately 90 minutes with one 15 minute intermission. DCCO commissioned a new work by DC composer Blair Goins. There will be interactive discussions with the composer Blair Goins at performance time and after the concert. Please join us afterwards to learn more about this exciting new work and the composer.

On the program:

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Dear PoPville

“Do you know anything about the live opera performance that took place next to the Pierce house in Rock Creek Park?”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Do you know anything about the live opera performance that took place next to the Pierce house in Rock Creek Park Sunday (Aug 30) afternoon? Like who the performers were? They were each spectacular. I randomly stumbled into it on a bike ride. Thank you!”

Dear PoPville

“Where to Get a Flu Shot?”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Elvert Barnes

“Dear PoPville,

I was wondering if any readers have experience getting a flu shot at a supermarket, pharmacy, or another place. I see signs advertising this service when I run errands, but I’ve never done it anywhere other than my doctor’s office, where I won’t be able to get one this year.”

Medical

August 31 Coronavirus Data Posted: 14,049

By Prince Of Petworth


explore data here

Ed. Note: Yesterday there were 13,992 total positives.

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Monday, August 31, 2020 includes 57 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 14,049.

The District reported no additional COVID-19 related deaths.

Tragically, 607 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.

The community spread chart is subject to fluctuation because the data is based on symptom onset date. As national demand for testing increases and results take longer to come back in DC and across the country, DC Health has identified a need to increase the reporting lag time by four days to reduce volatility in the data. The most recent data reflects an increase in community spread. To ensure this graph accurately reflects the most recent data, the community spread count is being paused as these adjustments are made.” (more…)

DC Government

“the city’s first rooftop community garden”

By Prince Of Petworth


300 Evarts Street, NE courtesy DPR

From the Department of Parks & Recreation:

“The Bowser Administration and the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) will host its weekly produce giveaway at the city’s first rooftop community garden on Tuesday, September 1 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Edgewood Recreation Center in Ward 5.

The rooftop farm is the first of its kind at a DPR facility and is classified as a green roof. The farm is 55′ X 48′ (2640 square feet) with five raised beds to assist seniors and people with disabilities. There is special soil used to reduce the weight of the roof and the farm is designed to grow a large amount of food in a small space. (more…)

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