
“Dear PoPville,
The construction on Connecticut in Kalorama before Dupont is out of control. Today both side walks are closed on both sides of the street making it dangerous and very difficult to walk down the street. (more…)

“Dear PoPville,
The construction on Connecticut in Kalorama before Dupont is out of control. Today both side walks are closed on both sides of the street making it dangerous and very difficult to walk down the street. (more…)

photo by DC Fire and EMS
DC Fire and EMS reported Sunday night:
“Crash with vehicle striking homes 5400 block Central Ave SE. Vehicle overturned after striking 2 one story homes. (more…)

2653 Connecticut Ave, NW previously home to Petit Plats
“Dear PoPville,
Last month I saw your post about Petit Monde Bistro and Cafe in Woodley Park potentially closing, and I got worried because I really like Petit Monde. I emailed with them, and they let me know that nothing was set in stone yet.
On Friday, I popped into grab an iced tea, and I asked what the situation was, and they told me (more…)

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Rebuilt in 2013
Five bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths
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1666 Connecticut Ave, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Sign of the times, I passed it the other night (Saturday) and it was closed, but all lit up. The signs are now in the window. (more…)
The National Museum of the American Indian’s Native Cinema Showcase is an annual celebration of the best in Native film. The festival celebrates the best of Indigenous film, spanning documentaries, features, animations, and short-format films by Indigenous filmmakers from across the Western Hemisphere and Arctic.

4340 Connecticut Ave, NW at Yuma, previously home to Acacia Bistro
“Dog Haus serves the Absolute Würst in gourmet hot dogs, hand-crafted sausages, and premium burgers, all on grilled King’s Hawaiian Rolls. We also offer the best fried chicken sandwiches and wings in town. Visit us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Our full-service Bar & Grill features 24 rotating craft beers on draft, a full wine list, and a signature cocktail bar. We are the perfect spot for watching sports, large groups, and enjoying food made with hormone- and antibiotic-free meats and plant-based proteins. Perfect for dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering in the Van Ness (Washington DC) area.”
Have a peek inside: (more…)
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Washington, District Of Columbia 20003
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1344 U Street, NW
Been waiting a long time for something to happen here in the old Jumbo Pizza spot on U Street just east of 14th Street. Finally some action with Spaceward Burgers: (more…)

1025 F Street, NW
I finally got the goods on the Barnes & Noble coming to the former Zara space in the Woodies building at 1025 F St, NW. (more…)

9th and M Street, NW
Ed. Note: Old heads will remember this space was previously home to First Cup Cafe (formerly formerly known as Breakwell’s) which closed back in 2019.
Thanks to Debbie and Jared for sending the great news about a new coffee and tea option coming to Shaw at 900 M Street, NW – Cotti Coffee and WUU Tea Studio” (more…)

Thanks to Ralston for sending this fantastic shot from Dupont Circle. (more…)

6101 Georgia Ave, NW
An end of an era looms uptown. Thanks to a reader for sending the tip about the upcoming closure at the Georgia Avenue Thrift Store. A call to the store reveals there are current plans to close on February 21st. (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.