Animal Fix

Your Afternoon Animal Fix – AdoPtville

By Prince Of Petworth

If you have any animal/pet photos you’d like to share for the regular fix 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. AdoPtville is run by two volunteers who compile these pets weekly from local shelters.

Looking for a long-eared goofball? Apply today to meet Homer through City Dogs Rescue. He is a handsome boy who loves a good scent and a good meal.

This gentle giant seems to think he’s smaller than he is: at 66 lbs, he’d still love to crawl right up into your lap. Homer has a sweet, calm, and serious demeanor, but he also has playful moments–like tossing his head and putting on a real show for you. It’s quite a sight! His beautiful hound dog eyes and ears get him lots of attention while out on walks. Homer is very friendly, a good leash-walker, and meets dogs nicely on leash.

He sure loves to have lots of sniffs when he’s out and about. His favorite place to be is the woods – he loves to smell all the nature and go on long walks exploring the forest. At home, he gets super excited for dinner and leaps around and barks–especially if any of his favorites are on the menu–such as peanut butter, cheese, cabbage leaves and green beans! He is working on expanding his vocabulary to include “roll over” and “stay”, having already mastered “shake”, “sit”, and “down”. Homer is looking for a forever family that will adore him as much as he will adore them! (It is hard not to love this adorable, happy pooch!) Homer is not well suited to apartment living, and needs to be adopted to a single family home. Will you give Homer a home?

Lionel is a sweet boy who has extra toes! Lionel really lives up to his name as a sweet, curious and energetic cat. When he isn’t busy playing with his toys, Lionel loves to spend time with his humans. He would love to have all of your attention, so it’s best if he’s the only pet, but he doesn’t mind the company of certain dogs. He is able to adapt to whatever feeding schedule works with your routine and is litter box trained, with only occasional exceptions.

Lionel guarantees endless laughs, as he loves to explore but is quite clumsy. He is a sweet cat who is quite cuddly and affectionate and he would love to call your home his home! To learn more about Lionel, adoptable through City Kitties, click here.

metro

BREAKING: “Metro is reducing service beginning Monday.”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Bill Herndon

From WMATA:

“Metro and its Pandemic Task Force continue to work around the clock to support the region and slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Today, Metro General Manager/CEO Paul J. Wiedefeld directed his team to implement several new measures to strike an appropriate balance for Metro’s workforce and their families, our customers, and the region as a whole.

As of 2 p.m., Friday, March 13, Metro has further escalated its response to Phase 3 of its Pandemic Flu Plan. Phase 3 is the highest level of response and will include all subsequent mitigation steps required during the public health emergency. Metro expects to be at Phase 3 until further notice. Phase 4 is the “recovery phase” of the plan that involves Metro’s return to normal operations after the situation is under control.

Consistent with action taken by regional jurisdictions, Metro is implementing mandatory telework for administrative employees, combined with remote work assignments for selected employees whose job functions are not essential to operate trains and buses. This action is taken to maximize social distancing, a required mitigation to slow the spread of the disease. Members of Metro’s Pandemic Task Force are equipped with the latest technology tools to allow for full collaboration over secure video conferencing platforms.

To help protect employees and customers, and recognizing that many of Metro’s frontline employees are faced with tough choices as they balance work with their family priorities, including caring for children who are home from area schools, Metro is reducing service beginning Monday, as follows: (more…)

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People have officially lost it

By Prince Of Petworth

A reader reports 12:45pm: “Someone on the tracks of the red line between Judy square and union station. He’s walking.
Just shut down third rail power. The train stopped for a minute or so when he got on the rail, and the conductor starting shouting through the PA system to get off the rail. Before that they had the lights on in the tunnel and were following him at a walking pace as he walked along the rail. I didn’t see him on the platform, and he disappeared like 100 yards before getting to union station. It turns out he got out on the platform and went up and out onto Mass ave.

Sponsored

Listing of the Day: 1519 East Capitol Street SE

By Prince Of Petworth
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Address: 1519 East Capitol Street SE
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill
Type: 4 BR, 4 (+1 half) BA townhouse – 2900 sq. ft.
Listed: $1,649,500
Open House: Saturday, May 16th, 12-2 PM & Sunday, May 17th, 2-4 PM

Noteworthy: Fully-Renovated End-of-Row 4 BD, 4.5 BA Townhouse with Solar & Parking

Ideally positioned in the heart of Capitol Hill, this rarely available four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath end-of-row residence seamlessly blends historic charm with modern design. Fully renovated and spanning approximately 2,900 square feet across four sunlit levels, the home offers refined finishes, versatile spaces, and exceptional functionality. Highlights include private off-street parking with a Level 2 charger, a screened-in porch, solar panels with SRECs, two HVAC systems, custom built-ins, a dedicated laundry room, bonus office space, and a complete lower-level in-law suite.

A landscaped front garden and covered porch welcome you inside to an open-concept main level with soaring ceilings and seamless living and dining spaces. The expansive kitchen features stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, generous prep space, and a large granite eat-at island. Just beyond, the screened-in porch opens to the private patio and parking area. A stylish powder room completes the level.

Upstairs, the second floor hosts two spacious bedrooms, including a vaulted-ceiling suite with en-suite bath and a rear bedroom with adjoining sunroom ideal for work or play. The entire third level is dedicated to the luxurious primary suite retreat, complete with a den, custom built-ins, walk-in closet, and spa-inspired bath. The updated lower level offers front and rear egress, a fourth bedroom and bath, wet bar, laundry, storage, and a large family room—perfect for guests or rental potential. Moments from Eastern Market, Lincoln Park, Barracks Row, and Union Market, this turnkey Capitol Hill home truly has it all.

Listed by:
Megan Conway – Conway Group of Compass
[email protected]
(202) 262-2815

Adams Morgan

“My property manager found on the security footage that there had been a stranger looking into my windows for about half an hour around midnight on Thursday night.”

By Prince Of Petworth

A reader sends from Adams Morgan:

“I wanted to alert you all to something that happened to me in my neighborhood (Admo/Kalorama) on Thursday night to make sure everyone remains vigilant, especially during these strange times. My property manager found on the security footage that there had been a stranger looking into my windows (only two of which were even partially open!) for about half an hour around midnight on Thursday night. (more…)

Event

Profs & Pints DC: Artemis II and Beyond

Penn Social

801 E St NW

Washington, District of Columbia 20004

Website

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Artemis II and Beyond,” on how the recent space mission fits into long-term plans for the Moon, with Michael J. Neufeld, retired senior curator for the Space History Department of the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum.

NASA’s recent, spectacular Artemis II mission is a sign that the United States is serious about sending humans to the Moon again.

Go to Profs & Pints DC: Artemis II and Beyond Read more
Dear PoPville

“Supporting those losing income due to closures?” supporting local businesses? supporting neighbors who need help?

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Ted Eytan

“Dear PoPville,

For those of us who are fortunate enough to be able to work from home with no impact on income, it seems like a good thing to do would be to donate what we usually spend on transportation/coffee/lunch to those who are losing income due to closures. Any suggestions for organizations that support people losing income?”

Similarly:

“I’m wondering what people in DC are doing to support local businesses that may be impacted by coronavirus. Other than ordering takeout or delivery, is there anything more we can do over the next few weeks?

Hoping you can post that. I’d love any ideas people have.”

and

“I’m planning to be cautious over the next few weeks but not a complete shut-in. It would be awesome if we could get a running list of which local businesses and chains are offering paid sick leave. I want to know that when I do go out, I’m patronizing the restaurants, bars, and shops that respect their employees (and their customers) enough to give paid sick leave.”

and (more…)

Cleveland Park

Update: Confirmed: “It looks like the Uptown has been shut down suddenly!”

By Prince Of Petworth


3426 Connecticut Ave, NW

Update from their website:

A reader reported yesterday afternoon: “I heard a rumor that the famous uptown theatre is closing down. Is this true?? That theatre is famous to anyone who has lived and grew up in Washington DC. From Superman to Star Wars this theatre has been a showplace to many people both in the city and all over the DMV.” (more…)

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“all Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo will temporarily close to the public starting Saturday, March 14.”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user angela n.

From the Smithsonian:

“As a public health precaution due to COVID-19 (coronavirus), all Smithsonian museums in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area and in New York City, including the National Zoo, will temporarily close to the public starting Saturday, March 14. (more…)

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“Metro is a ghost town”

By Prince Of Petworth

Kristin reports at 8:44am: “I mean traffic is always a little lighter on Fridays but never like this. First picture is Court House platform at 8:30am.

Next the 3rd car of the DC bound train, which even on Friday should be standing room only.

Then, Metro Center at 8:40am, taken from the Glenmont side. It’s really eerie.

On the plus side it means there’s seats or places to lean so no one has to touch the bars.”

Meanwhile on the bus: (more…)

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