Rant/Revel

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Diane Krauthamer

Heads Up: This week is DCPS spring break so I’ll have a more limited schedule. Your daily rant/revels shan’t be affected! Back in form by Monday April 20th – Cheers, Dan

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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DC Fresh Finds for May 13, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

5309 14th Street NW
5309 14th Street NW

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More Fresh Finds
Chinatown

“Mabel Lee Mural Fundraiser”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Please see the flyer (above) for 1882 Foundation’s Mabel Lee Mural fundraiser. Led by the 1882 Foundation to ensure that Chinese American history is recognized, preserved, and integrated into the American narrative, this mural will be located in a highly visible public space in Washington, DC’s Chinatown. (more…)

wildlife

“Urban Bee Swarm!”

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Brice for sending: “Just got off of the Metro @ Farragut North walking toward 18th St, discovered this sight on L St NW in front of the My Eye Dr. (more…)

Columbia Heights

“Columbia Heights Epic Spring Cleaning Yard Sale” is Saturday!

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

It is spring cleaning time, and Columbia Heights is having a neighborhood-wide yard sale! More than three dozen houses will have things for sale …. you can find them all on this interactive map.

It is taking place across the neighborhood on April 18 from 10am-2pm. More details below (and Columbia Heights neighbors can also still sign up!)”

“How it works: (more…)

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