This rental is located on 11th in Logan Circle. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2975 / 2br – Historic Logan Circle 2bed/2bath. $2975**PET FRIENDLY** (Logan Circle) (more…)
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Updated title courtesy Clint Lohse.
Or Car2Go – Gone. At any rate, whoa indeed. Thanks to John (and everyone else) for passing on:
“It’s with a heavy heart that we must share that our last day of SHARE NOW (car2go) service in North America, which includes Washington, D.C. and Arlington County, will be February 29, 2020. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
My friend was driving near Rock Creek Park in NW at 1:30am last night and came across a dog that had been hit by a car.
FOUND DOG!! Female brindle pit mix I think. Sharing in hopes of finding her owner as she had no tags or microchip. I was driving on Rock Creek Parkway near Waterside exit in NW DC last night around 1:30am and saw a dog on the road that had been hit by a car that was pulled over with its hazards on. The guy confirmed he hit her but didn’t seem to be doing anything about it so I put her in my car and took her to the vet where she is now. (more…)
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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.”
Photo by Rey Lopez, courtesy Service Bar, 926-928 U Street, NW
From a press release:
“In response to the ongoing national fried chicken sandwich craze pitting Popeye’s against Chick-fil-A, celebrated neighborhood bar Service Bar in Shaw is preparing to kick-off their new rotating monthly local fried chicken sandwich culinary series – ‘FRIED’. Beginning tonight, Wednesday, December 18th, from 5pm until close – the talented team at Service Bar will be sharing creative twists on community-centric fried chicken sandwiches featuring some of the DC areas most celebrated chefs. The ‘FRIED’ creative culinary series will launch to the public this evening featuring critically-acclaimed Chef Kevin Tien of Hot Lola’s and Emilie’s. The series will feature a new local chef and their fried chicken sandwich each month for the next six months. (more…)
1831 Columbia Road, NW
is the same thing I ate last year. What can I say, I’m a creature of habit – though I did also have a top notch meal at Tail Up Goat this year. Anyway back to this year’s honor – the Bronx Pastrami sandwich reins supreme again – congratulations to So’s Your Mom once again. Forever and always.
What’s the best thing you guys ate this year?
To celebrate DC native Haili Blassingame’s debut novel, THEY ALL FALL IN LOVE AT THE END, Lost City Books is throwing a launch party themed around messy love stories. Haili, and a crew of writers she has assembled, will read excerpts from their work, but there will also be audience participation in the form of anonymously submitting messy dating stories. It’s going to be a night of laughter, of gasps, of books, of great company. Refreshments will be available. We can’t wait to see you there!
BIG news for West End. Thanks to a reader for sending: “The office building at 25th and M St NW is being renovated and they are adding ground floor retail: a Compass Coffee and Union Kitchen Grocery. The timeline is early 2021.”
From MPD:
“On Monday, December 16, 2019 at approximately 2:22am, MPD units responded to the 900 block of Hamilton St. NW to investigate sounds of gunshots. Units recovered three shell casings. There were no reported injuries or damage to property.”
and
“On Monday, December 16, 2019 at approximately 1:51am, MPD units responded to the 400 block of Nicholson St. NW to investigate sounds of gunshots. Units recovered four shell casings. There were no reported injuries or damage to property.
Anyone with any information regarding this incident is asked to call (202)727-9099. You can also send us information anonymously at TEXT TIPS 50411.”
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via google maps
From MPD:
“Detectives with the Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Crash Investigations Unit are investigating a traffic fatality that occurred on Tuesday, December 17, 2019, in the intersection of Aspen Street and Blair Road, Northwest.
At approximately 1:58 pm, a blue 2003 Volvo was driving northbound on Blair Road, Northwest, at a high rate of speed. The Volvo sideswiped a white 2014 Acura and then crashed head-on into a 2008 GMC pickup truck in the intersection of Blair Road and Aspen Street, Northwest. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and after all life-saving efforts failed, the operator of the Volvo was pronounced dead on scene and transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Additionally, two passengers of the Volvo and the operator of the GMC pickup truck were transported to local hospitals for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.
The decedent has been identified as Teresa Larnell Channelder, 35, of Northeast, DC.
Anyone who has knowledge of this incident should call police at (202) 727-9099 or text your tip to the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.”
The Post reported: “a woman and a child about 4 years old were transported to a hospital in critical condition.” (more…)
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Photo by PoPville flickr user Tim Brown
And since I follow, sorta, the federal schedule I do too – double huzzah!! From The White House:
“Executive Order on Providing for the Closing of Executive Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government on December 24, 2019
All executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government shall be closed and their employees excused from duty on Tuesday, December 24, 2019, the day before Christmas Day.”
So anyone have fun travel plans? When do you leave?
RESPECT. Thanks to Mindy for sending from Kalorama.
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