Rant/Revel

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user C Buoscio

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in D.C.

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January Garden Haul!

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Toni for sending from Brentwood: “I thought the weird fall weather did the romanesco in, but the weird winter weather revived it. I’ve got 2 more still on the plants, plus broccoli and cauliflower, which will all get harvested this weekend. All out just in time to start seeds for the spring!”

Great Garden Haul is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.

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DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 22, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

3628 New Hampshire Avenue NW
3628 New Hampshire Avenue NW

DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 22, 2026

Memorial Day weekend is here, and DC’s housing market isn’t taking the holiday off — there are 170 open houses across the city this weekend. Whether you’re firing up the grill or squeezing in a little house-hunting between cookouts, it’s a perfect stretch of days to wander through some new listings. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

  • 3628 New Hampshire Ave NW — $1,125,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sun. 2-4PM — Silvana Dias
    “Lovingly restored and thoughtfully renovated & expanded by its current owners, this remarkable home retains the timeless charm and craftsmanship that define classic Wardman architecture while incorporating the extensive upgrades today’s homeowners seek. Nearly every aspect of the home has been updated, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, outdoor living and parking pad offering true peace of mind rarely found in homes of this era. The inviting front porch immediately sets the tone with all-new iron railings, beadboard ceiling, ceiling fan, and new storm and entry doors creating a warm and welcoming extension of the home.”
  • 1300 4th St SE #205 — $635,000 — Navy Yard
    Open Sat. 11AM-12:45PM — Sherese Teixeira
    “Welcome to elevated city living at The Bower, one of DC’s most sought-after boutique residences in the heart of Navy Yard. This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo at 1300 4th St SE #205 blends modern design, upscale finishes, and an unbeatable location into one exceptional offering. Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed open-concept layout featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light.”
  • 2220 20th St NW #33 — $740,000 — Kalorama
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Thomas Doyle
    “This beautifully updated and maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom co-op on the 3rd floor captures serene treetop views and is filled with original character that sets it apart. The apartment is over 1,300 sqft and retains its original hardwood floors, graceful archways, pocket doors, and all original doors and trim; preserving an authenticity that is rare to find today. Modern upgrades throughout, including in-unit laundry, luxury kitchen, spa-like bathroom, and bespoke light fixtures.”
  • 3422 Pennsylvania Ave SE — $939,900 — Hillcrest
    Open Sat. 12-2PM — Stephanie Cooper
    “Welcome to your dream home on Pennsylvania Avenue a stunning, thoughtfully renovated four-level, 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence that seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern luxury in the heart of the Hillcrest/Penn Branch neighborhood. From the moment you arrive, the transformation is undeniable. The refreshed exterior, highlighted by premium Hardie board siding and a newly constructed Trex front porch, creates an inviting first impression and a stylish outdoor retreat.”

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Crime

Early Morning Shooting on H Street, NE Sunday; Shots Fired in SW Saturday Morning

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“On 1/19/20 at approximately 0430 hours, First District officers responded to the 1300 block of H Street NE for the sounds of gunshots. On the scene, officers located an adult male victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to an area hospital for further treatment. The suspect is described as a male wearing light colored clothing.

First District detectives are actively investigating this shooting. If anyone has information about the incident, please contact the First District detectives office at (202) 299-2025, or the Metropolitan Police Department’s Command Information Center at (202) 727-9099.”

From MPD [Saturday]:

“At approximately 11:20 am, an unknown suspect discharged a firearm in the 200 block of N Street Southwest. After discharging several rounds, the suspect fled in a dark colored four door sedan. Assigned area patrol officers immediately entered the block and initiated an investigation. No injuries were reported to any persons at this time. Anyone with information regarding this event should call the Command Information Center at 202-727-9099 or text a tip to 50-411.”

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
Crime

Shots Fired Just Before Midnight Friday in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The Fourth District is investigating an Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm that occurred on January 17, 2020, at approximately 11:56 PM in the 4200 block of 9th Street NW. Anyone with information or video is asked to contact the Metropolitan Police Department at 202-727-9099 or Text to 50411.”

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If You’re Looking For Breaking News over the Long Weekend

By Prince Of Petworth

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Thanks and have a great long weekend!

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Getting Gooder: “Metrorail ridership grew by 20,000 trips per weekday in 2019”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user DCbmyers

Ed. Note: Red Line riders please be aware that Silver Spring, Forest Glen, Wheaton and Glenmont stations will be closed this weekend for installation of cable/communication equipment.

From WMATA:

“Metrorail’s ridership growth trend can now be expressed in years, with the system posting a 4-percent increase in passenger trips for the 2019 calendar year, ending a downward trend that lasted most of the prior decade. Total rail ridership was 182 million trips, compared to 175 million in 2018, a net increase of seven million trips, reflecting increasing customer confidence in Metro’s reliability and on-time performance.

Ridership increased across all days of the week, including a 3.3 percent increase in weekday travel–the equivalent of 20,000 additional trips per commuting day. Metrorail’s average weekday ridership now stands at 626,000.

Notably, weekends accounted for a quarter of overall rail ridership growth, with average Saturday ridership increasing 9.4 percent to 264,000 trips, and average Sunday ridership increasing 6.5 percent to 168,000 trips. (more…)

Dear PoPville

“This is just one of hundreds of examples.”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Why does DCRA insist on requiring electric meters be displayed proudly on house facades? They are ruining the look of DC row homes. Why don’t they just require that the meters be wireless (if they don’t already) so ppl can hide them from sight or at least put them somewhere in the alley. This is just one of hundreds of examples.” (more…)

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.

Circie is even more beautiful in person than in her pictures! Circie LOVES to play fetch and is amazing at it! Her energy level so far has been medium. She likes to run and fetch but most of the time is happy relaxing next to her foster or following her people around the house.

Circie does not jump when excited, although she does give a very warm greeting with tail wags and smiles! Circie gets along with other dogs. She hasn’t shown interest in chewing things that aren’t hers. She sleeps in a crate at night and doesn’t make a peep. Circie is a sweetie and a pleasure to have around!

To learn more about Circie, visit Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Hi! Do you have a warm home with lots of snuggles and petting to be had? Or maybe a couple kitty treats with a nice spot in the spot? Any of that sounds good to me! I’m a mature gal who doesn’t need to be taught silly kitty behaviors, but I can still get down for playtime when it’s right! Aren’t I just the best of both worlds? To learn more about Glenda, visit Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

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