Thanks to Ben for starting our 2026 out strong with this beauty. Anyone know make/model by chance?
Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Sauntering Society!
OK we got some updates on the El Rey front – today they posted on their U Street and Navy Yard IG pages: (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I wanted to share a concern about the park across the street, which many of us in the neighborhood love and use regularly. Renovation work started around July 2025 and then stopped pretty abruptly around August. For a while, there was no information about why the work paused, and eventually a rumor started circulating that human remains had been found. Later, the park’s newsletter confirmed that this was true.
Recently, on a day when the park was unexpectedly open and the construction barriers were down, my partner and I walked over to take a look. Near the areas where digging had been happening, we saw piles of dirt with visible human bone fragments mixed in. (more…)
This fall, the National Geographic Museum of Exploration is bringing stories from Explorers — world-renowned photographers, scientists and storytellers — to the stage in D.C. to share their experiences from the frontlines of exploration. Immerse yourself in gripping narratives, breathtaking imagery and live audience Q&As that put you right in the middle of the story during these live presentations in the Grosvenor Auditorium. Four nights. Four explorers. One stage in D.C.
Check out the upcoming lineup and make sure to get your tickets, now on sale!
Battling Bloodsuckers with Epidemiologist Ryan Carney
October 1, 7:30 p.m.
Throughout human history, bloodsuckers have sparked fear, but there’s a reason so many animals rely on the blood of other species. Epidemiologist and National Geographic Explorer Ryan Carney reveals the incredible stories of bats, mosquitoes and more of nature’s vampires. Uncover how he is taking a sci-fi approach to understanding infectious diseases. You’ll learn how AI and citizen science are helping to unlock a new era of human health.
If you’re curious about the intersection of science, technology and vampiric species like bats and mosquitoes, then this show is for you.
Live Podcast Recording with All Creatures and Ami Vitale
October 11, 6 p.m.
Join National Geographic Explorer Ami Vitale and All Creatures — part of the Airwave podcast network — as they discuss the diverse animals that share our planet and how we can work together to protect them.
From northern white rhinos and elephants to pandas and the communities fighting to give them a future, Ami’s powerful storytelling takes us behind the scenes of some of the world’s most inspiring conservation efforts. Equal parts live show and immersive storytelling, join us for an unforgettable evening of exploration and be part of a signature live audience experience.
Calling all wildlife and conservation fans, this live podcast recording is for you.
The Ghosts of Pompeii with Archaeologist Caitie Barrett
November 2, 7:30 p.m.
Even thousands of years after its demise, the Roman Empire captivates us, and the ancient city of Pompeii is the place to understand it all. Volcanic ash created an unparalleled glimpse into the lives of ancient people who lived, worked and played in this coastal city.
Caitie Barrett is an archaeologist who studies everyday life and cross-cultural interactions in the ancient Mediterranean. Barrett is featured in the new Disney+ series “Pompeii” with Tom Hiddleston.
If you can’t stop thinking about the Roman Empire, this show is for you.
African Savanna Exposed with Photographer Jen Guyton
December 3, 7:30 p.m.
The African savanna is one of the most iconic ecosystems in the world, and so many remarkable animals call it home. Connect with what makes this place so special through the lens of photographer and National Geographic Explorer Jen Guyton. Explore the surprising lives of misunderstood hyenas, scurry along with friendly-faced meerkats and perch at the edge of a watering hole to witness its menagerie of wildlife.
Wildlife photographers—and anyone who agrees hyenas deserve more love—you will love this show.
Don’t miss your chance to be in the room where exploration comes to life.
There’s always more to discover at the National Geographic Society. Sign up for email updates to stay in the loop on upcoming events at the Museum of Exploration.
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14th and T Street, NW previously home to Matchbox
Note: The Matchbox closed here back in September 2020. Matchbox opened here back in late 2012. Historically the space was home to Arena Stage’s Living Stage outreach theater which had been long closed/vacant prior to Matchbox’s opening here.
Flashback: August 9th, 2022 – Peek Inside the newly opened Mi Vida on 14th Street
Thanks to DS for sending:
“More bad news. Mi Vida has abruptly closed its 14th Street location this week. It has been wiped from their web site (more…)
A Bison Celebration is part of the Smithsonian Institution’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The Bison Celebration will be a full day event that brings together organizations, scholars, scientists and filmmakers to celebrate the past, present, and future of North America’s largest land mammal. Through captivating films and thought-provoking panel discussions, the museum will explore the bison’s vital role in restoring grassland ecosystems and its deep spiritual connection to Tribal nations.
1520 14th Street, NW
ICYMI: Bar Japonais’ streatery came down December 16, 2025.
“Dear PoPville,
According to a sign in the window and the website, Bar Japonais (1520 14th St NW) is “currently closed for improvements. We wish everyone a happy holiday and look forward to welcoming you back in the new year.” (more…)
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The evening ranges freely across the American songbook, threading together the theater music of Sondheim, Rodgers and Hart, Bernstein, and Weill with the songs of Ives, Barber, and Liebermann, and the setting of poets as distinct as E. E. Cummings, Langston Hughes, and Allen Ginsberg. It’s a program that moves with ease between the bright patter of numbers like “The What-Cha-Ma-Call-It” and the aching intimacy of “Lonely House”—music that captures both the exuberance and the tenderness at the heart of the American voice.
Bliss brings to this repertoire a voice of exceptional beauty — bright, focused, and capable of extraordinary refinement — along with a natural feel for the wit, swagger, and vulnerability this music demands, whether he’s channeling Sondheim’s restless “Being Alive,” or the sly nostalgia of “One for My Baby.” Expect an evening that is as much a portrait of a nation’s music as it is a showcase for one of the outstanding tenors of his generation.
2737 Sherman Ave, NW previously home to Napoli Pasta Bar before Capa Tosta
ICYMI: July 29, 2021 – Check outs some great photos of Capa Tosta, recently opened on Sherman Ave.
“Dear PoPville,
When you go to the Capa Tosta‘s website it has this message on it saying that it is closed. Looks like it may be changing to an Ulivo restaurant similar to the one they have in NYC.”
‘Capa Tosta is Closed. Ulivo is Opening Soon. We’ll be opening our doors with a brand new name, look, and feel in the new year.’ (more…)
3116 Mount Pleasant Street, NW
Well this is wild. A liquor license placard for Dos Locos has been applied for at 3116 Mount Pleasant Street, NW – which is currently home to the long standing Mount Pleasant institution – Dos Gringos. When I walked by the placard wasn’t actually posted and a worker looked at my like I was crazy when I asked if they’d heard about it. ANYWAY, unclear if this would be a new spot, co-located or what… – The placard for Dos Locos says: (more…)
A stroll through Mount Pleasant captures a lot of mixed emotions during this holiday season: (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I need to know EVERYTHING about this. I could barely focus my eyes or camera on what was going on, but this strange vehicle was going west on Rhode Island Ave, NE at the South Dakota intersection a little before 1am (January 1st) blasting about Trump and the Epstein files. It sounded so demonic at first a couple of neighbors came out with me to see what was happening.”
Anyone else hear this? If so what part of town were you in?
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79 Potomac Ave, SE
Update from El Rey Navy Yard’s IG:
“Navy Yard friends! Time for a quick winter hiatus before the next season kicks off. See you in the spring!” (more…)
The museum’s annual Native Art Market features award-winning and innovative Indigenous artists from across the Western Hemisphere. This event invites lovers of art and craftsmanship to meet Indigenous artists and learn about the traditional arts and contemporary Indigenous creativity. Visitors will have the opportunity to purchase traditional and contemporary handcrafted artworks, including beadwork, jewelry, paintings, photography, pottery, and sculpture.