Fundraiser

From the good people at Dauphine’s (1100 15th Street, NW):

“Food, music, and a good cause—what more could you ask for? On Sunday, July 27th Dauphine’s is hosting a ticketed event to support the team Chicatana (3903 14th Street, NW) and help them rebuild their beloved restaurant after a fire destroyed their kitchen.

The purchase of your ticket will go towards an afternoon of curated bites by Dauphine’s and Chicatana. ALL PROCEEDS from ticket sales will go to Chicatana, so let’s come together and shower this incredible team with good vibes and usher them towards reopening! Head here to purchase your ticket!

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Sponsored

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

May has officially arrived, and with it the year’s first true spring weekend in the District. Buyers will have plenty to choose from with 360+ open houses across the city this weekend, with porches in bloom, parks in full color, and that perfect-for-house-hunting weather that makes you want to walk every block. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

1080 Wisconsin Ave NW #3016
1080 Wisconsin Ave NW #3016
  • 1080 Wisconsin Ave NW #3016 — $1,025,000 — Georgetown
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Zana Allen-McCrum
    “Ideally positioned in the heart of Georgetown, this top-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence with two private outdoor spaces and assigned garage parking offers an exceptional blend of space, natural light, and elevated city living in one of Washington’s most sought-after locations. A gracious open-concept layout flows into an expansive living and dining area, where wide-plank flooring, custom shutters (2022), and oversized windows flood the home with natural light and frame sweeping city views throughout the day. The kitchen is both functional and inviting, featuring warm wood cabinetry, generous counter space, and a central island ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Both bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned for privacy, including a primary suite with a spacious walk-in closet and a fully renovated en-suite bath (2023). The second bedroom offers flexibility for guests or a home office and provides direct access to a private balcony, perfect for morning coffee or unwinding in the evening.”
  • 4504 20th St NE — $770,000 — Michigan Park
    Open Sat. 12-2PM — Jason Lallis
    “Welcome to 4504 20th St NE — a thoughtfully expanded center hall Colonial that blends timeless character with the space and functionality today’s buyers actually want. A seamless two-level rear addition transforms the home’s footprint, creating nearly 2,400 square feet of living space that feels both open and purposeful.”
  • 1801 Wyoming Ave NW #43 — $650,000 — Adams Morgan
    Open Sat. 11AM-1PM & Sun. 2-4PM — Steve Gaich
    “Welcome to this gorgeous 1-bedroom plus bedroom-size den, 2-bath condo, nestled in the heart of vibrant Adams Morgan. A true city retreat, this modern unit is bathed in natural light, thanks to its oversized windows and breathtaking sunrise views over Washington, D.C. The open-concept living space offers a perfect balance of warmth and sophistication, with exposed brick walls adding character and charm to the modern design.”
  • 70 Darrington St SW — $475,000 — Congress Heights
    Open Sat. 1-3PM — Lorielle M Akintunde
    “Fully renovated 4BR/3.5BA semi-detached home offering approximately 1,900 SF in the heart of Congress Heights. This light-filled home features Brazilian hardwood floors, recessed and pendant lighting, coffered ceilings, and an open main living/dining layout. The gourmet kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and a large waterfall island.”
  • 1457 Park Rd NW #408 — $249,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sat. 2-4PM & Sun. 1-3PM — Sam Lin
    “Welcome to your peaceful urban retreat in the heart of Columbia Heights! Perched quietly on the 4th floor, Unit 408 is a coveted corner unit boasting more windows than standard units in the building, filling the space with excellent natural light. This smartly designed condo features an expansive living room perfect for relaxing, plus a generously sized bedroom complete with a walk-in closet.”
  • 14 S St NE #201 — $545,000 — Eckington
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4PM — Lorin Mones
    “Welcome to 14 S St NE #201, a spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath corner condo in the heart of Eckington/Bloomingdale. Offering 1,070 sq ft, this light-filled home features a smart, flexible layout with a wall of windows, hardwood floors, and an open kitchen with stainless steel appliances. All three bedrooms are well-sized with fresh carpet and paint, plus generous closet space throughout.”
  • 1310 Delafield Pl NW — $1,175,000 — 16th Street Heights
    Open Sat. 12-2PM & Sun. 2-4PM — Jen Goroff
    “Rarely available Victorian-style detached single-family home in the sought-after Sixteenth Street Heights neighborhood of NW Washington, DC. This stately 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence blends timeless character with generous living space and classic architectural details. A welcoming wraparound front porch leads into a grand, light-filled foyer with original parquet flooring that extends through the formal dining room and expansive living room.”
  • 1512 F St NE #2 — $599,900 — Kingman Park
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Mandy & Tim Hursen Jr.
    “This sun-filled condo lives like a single-family home, offering nearly 1,400 square feet across two smartly designed levels. Step inside to soaring ceilings, rich Brazilian wood floors, and sleek, modern finishes that strike the perfect balance of style and comfort. The standout kitchen features granite counters, stainless steel appliances, a chic backsplash, generous cabinetry, and a breakfast bar for four—ready for everything from quiet mornings to lively gatherings.”

wildlife

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.

Thanks to Dean for sharing yesterday from Capitol Hill: “7th and C Street, NE. The red building in the longer video is 7- River Mart.”

Is it a beaver? Update: A Groundhog!

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Bloomingdale


photo by Kevin

From the office of Councilmember Zachary Parker, Ward 5:

“The past few days have been spent in conversation with the developer to address community concerns.

Councilmember Parker takes neighbors’ concerns seriously and is committed to holding Jair Lynch accountable for delivering on community benefits in this vital development. We are especially committed to advocating for neighbors to ensure the development includes a grocer and senior affordable housing, as well as robust retail options and other amenities. For what it is worth, we have found Jair Lynch to be a responsive and fair partner.

Based on the developer’s conversations with our office and the community over the last few days, they are formally submitting an updated PUD modification filing to the Zoning Commission. This revision removes all requested flexibility to convert retail to residential from the application in Parcels 2 and 4, including requested flexibility in the grocer space. While the developer maintains that the flexibility would have provided more long-term certainty given that retail markets are presently unpredictable, they have chosen to remove it based on conversations with our office and neighbors’ concerns and because they have a signed lease with a grocer and are committed to moving forward.

From Jair Lynch: “Should this grocer lease terminate, we are prepared to re-engage with the Zoning Commission and the community to adjust the plan accordingly. Please note, if ‘the back-up scenario’ is necessary, re-engaging with the relevant parties will likely take 12-18 months to reset the project.”

Here are some quick updates on the details: (more…)


Event

Join us for a night of cocktails (open bar), light fare, live music by the Future Band, and dancing as we honor champions of children in foster care. Awards will also be given to honor our Foster Youth of the Year, Foster Parent of the Year, Advocate of the Year, and more.


Glover Park


2317 Wisconsin Ave, NW

Thanks to all who passed on the sad news from Sprig and Sprout:

“After 13 incredible years in Glover Park, we’re heartbroken to share that

Sprig & Sprout will be closing our doors for good at the end of the night on Sunday, July 27.

This has been one of the hardest decisions Marc and I have had to make—and we announce this with disappointed hearts. For over three years, we’ve been operating without a formal lease, without any legal protections, and only crushing silence from our landlord. The repairs on the building have become overwhelming and without any response from our landlord we essentially are being constructively evicted.

More than anything, the burden of maintaining the building has pulled our focus away from what mattered most: the food, the service, and you. (more…)


Park View


3301 Georgia Ave, NW

“Dear PoPville,

I went to the Park View Call Your Mother this morning and you could see like 80% of the place inside was empty. They’ve got rid of all the production equipment and setup that used to take up most of the footprint. I’m just really hoping they’re not planning to close it.”

Fear not, it’s just the opposite – the folks from CYM tell me:

“Just getting ready to reopen the inside. About 20 seats. Hoping end of August!

Time to take it back to the good old days!”