4200 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to M. for sending from the old Sullivan’s Toys and Art Supplies space which closed back in 2021. This is the space next door to SakuSaku Flakerie and the Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW).
Thesis Opening “Fall 2025.”
Stay tuned.
photo by Jim Havard
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From MPD:
“On Sunday, September 14, 2025, the DC Half Marathon will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be traffic closures that motorists should take into consideration: (more…)
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508 Kenyon Street NWThis Park View rowhome comes with a built-in Airbnb unit that could pay the mortgage: 508 Kenyon St NW
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“Dear PoPville,
Shared a passing glance and smile with a very cute guy today (September 11) around 1 pm at the Northeast branch of the library. You were wearing (more…)
photo by Fritz Myer
“Dear PoPville,
The DC Taxicab line needs to return to the front of Union Station ASAP !!!!”
Where do folks catch cabs at Union Station these days?
DC Legendary Musicians, Inc. celebrates its 20th Anniversary with Spirit, Sanctuary, Silence & Sound, an evening honoring Washington, DC’s musical legacy, cultural memory, and community service. Founded in 2006 by Rev. Dr. Sandra Butler-Truesdale, DCLM has spent two decades recognizing the musicians, elders, artists, and cultural workers who helped shape DC’s sound.
The celebration will include music, recognition, community gathering, and a special tribute to the symbolic legacy of Ron McNair — astronaut, physicist, and saxophonist. The evening also marks the launch of renewed DCLM programming, including Second Sunday Sound, Silence & Sanctuary, the Annual Thanksgiving Drive, and the renewal of an Annual Health Fair connected to DC Legendary Musicians Way near 6th and T Street NW.
“Dear PoPville,
Have you heard anything about the truly awful smell in Rock Creek these last couple weeks? My friends and I have noticed it near Pierce Mill and further south as well, closer to zoo property. It’s the talk of all the runners on Strava, it smells like several animals died.”
“More Details and Guarantees Needed for Housing Development, Community Benefits, Environmental Protection and More”
From a press release:
“33 groups are calling on the DC Council to amend the RFK stadium legislation when it votes on September 17, so that commitments to support the community – especially in housing, environment, community benefits and green space – are fully reflected and guaranteed in the final legislation. (more…)
520 8th Street, SE
Extreme Pizza opened here in the former Orchid/Senarts space back in February 2021.
The liquor license application for Awakening Bar and Grill , Inc. at the yet to be named coming restaurant says: (more…)
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will begin construction of the deckover at Dupont Circle on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, as part of the Connecticut Avenue Streetscape and Deckover Project, weather permitting.
The new deckover will transform the space above the Connecticut Avenue underpass into a vibrant public plaza designed for strolling, relaxing, outdoor dining, working, and hosting community events. This project will enhance pedestrian connections, create new opportunities for public art and cultural programming, and add green space in one of DC’s most iconic neighborhoods. (more…)
517 H Street, NE previously home to Harvest
Thanks to Leah for sending the good news about Taku: “They officially opened Friday, 9/5 and are serving lunch + dinner!
202 506 5046
They do Carryout as well!”
Check out the menu: (more…)