photo by Erin
From the Office of the DC Attorney General:
“Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today issued the below Consumer Alert warning District residents to be on the lookout for gift card scams this holiday season. The alert provides details on common tactics that scammers use, tips on how to avoid falling victim to a gift card scam, and instructions on what residents should do if they believe they have been scammed. (more…)
I suppose we should prepare for more sightings…
Thanks to P. for sending earlier this afternoon:
“Ospreys over Adams Morgan. Then these two planes flew east over Meridian Hill Park a few minutes ago.”
Anyone else see these V-22 Ospreys?
From Wikipedia:
“The Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey is an American multi-use, tiltrotor military transport and cargo aircraft with both vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) and short takeoff and landing (STOL) capabilities. (more…)
1110 Vermont Ave, NW
First the penny and now this – What the Hell?!?
From an email:
“After 15 wonderful years, Lincoln Restaurant will be closing its doors in Washington, DC
Step out in style for the last time at LINCOLN as we fondly farewell in celebration. We remember the memories, the meals, and the milestones we’ve shared together.
It’s Peace Out Time… (more…)
Within an hour of the DMV. Our “Flight Deck” is perfect for meetings and retreats. Breathtaking, peaceful grounds with an abundance of space. Approximately 2800 SF sits on a 3/4 acre property – perfect for lawn games and zip lining. 20×20 furnished deck + dock. Mayo Beach and Beverly Triton 1 mile away.
Thanks to Fred for sending: “Come Mourn The Penny (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.
600 H Street, NE
“Dear PoPville,
I wanted to report that the Whole Foods on H Street once again reeks. It had improved temporarily after you last posted (coincidence?!) but the rotten meat/trash smell is back with a vengeance. (more…)
Join the DC Chamber Musicians as they launch the 26–27 Season at St. Thomas' Parish Episcopal Church in the heart of Dupont Circle. The program lasts 1 hour 40 minutes, including one 10-minute intermission.
On the program:
Karl Goepfart: Wind Quartet in D minor, Op. 93
Johannes Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 3 in D minor, Op. 108
Felix Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 3 in D major, Op. 44, no. 1
Paul Schoenfeld: Café Music
1300 block of Clifton Street, NW
MPD reports:
“On Saturday, December 13, 2025 at approximately 1528 hours, officers responded to a simple assault report at 1308 Clifton St. NW. Once on scene, V-1 (victim) stated that he asked S-1 (suspect) to hold the gate open for him as he brought in a cart of packages to deliver. (more…)
907 H Street, NE
Thanks to S. for sending: “saw this the other day at 907 h st ne in the same complex as the aldi”
Hmm, this is interesting, back in March 2025 we shared Nash & Smashed coming soon signage at 801 H Street, NE…
Nash & Smashed says on their website (without an actual address): “Fast Food Coming Soon to H St NE, DC | Nash & Smashed (more…)
3701 New Hampshire Ave, NW
In a shocking turn from our regular series “Next Up in Coming CVS Closures“… An opening in the works?!? Also, giving me Comfort One Shoes vibes a bit…
ANYWAY, thanks to Adam for sending:
“CVS across from the CVS? So at the modo apartments ground floor at the Petworth metro, they are doing construction on the retail space. The permit says CVS [“A new small format CVS pharmacy”] – which is weird because there is a CVS across the street.” (more…)
3211 Mount Pleasant Street, NW
LA TEJANA shared the update on Friday:
“Next week will be our last week operating nighttime service. Don’t worry, breakfast isn’t going anywhere – our plan is to expand our breakfast and catering operations and build on what we do best. The closure of nighttime is due to several factors (more…)
Thanks to Diane for sending: “This eagle was spotted early this year on the campus of the old Walter Reed Hospital grounds. It was amazing.”
If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.
From the Smithsonian’s National Zoo page on Bald Eagles: (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.