1726 20th Street, NW
Thanks to G. for sending on Saturday:
“Streatery for Emissary on 20th Street, NW coming down today.
This is such a damn shame.”
20th and I Street, NW
Sad news from POPPABOX: “Thank You again for supporting us throughout the years.”
HOWEVER, Downtowner Cafe, “Delicatessen Cafe”, is COMING SOON to the location.
Poppabox’s parting note: (more…)
70 N Street, SE
“Dear PoPville,
Chicken + Whiskey has a sign up saying they’re closed for the Thanksgiving holiday, but looks like a full closure is likely… Restaurant & bar being boxed up, TVs off the walls and alcohol off the shelves… (more…)
DC is growing fast. You can be a part of shaping its future.
DC 2050 is the District’s next comprehensive plan, which determines where housing, jobs, and amenities should be located across the District. The DC Office of Planning is working on a full rewrite of the comprehensive plan based on technical research, best practices, and the community’s vision for DC’s future.
Why You Should Care
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Do you struggle to find housing that meets your needs or your budget?
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Do you want to see new businesses and economic activity in your neighborhood?
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Are you concerned about the impact of new development?
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Do you want to know more about how DC is changing and be a part of shaping that change?
DC 2050 is where these priorities are captured and turned into policies. This is the first full rewrite of DC’s comprehensive plan in over 20 years and your opportunity to share your priorities for how we grow for the next 25 years and beyond. No matter where you live in DC, if you rent or own, grew up here or came as an adult, your voice matters. Follow this project and get involved.
Your Voice Matters
When we kicked off this planning process in 2025, we committed to gathering feedback from DC residents, community organizations, and elected officials. From March 2025 to June 2026, we’ve reached over 6,600 people across all eight wards. We’ve also received thousands of comments across multiple online surveys.
If you have engaged with us, filled out our survey, or come to an event, thank you! We read every comment we receive and are working to incorporate the feedback into the draft plan.
Get Involved
We encourage you to share your input on DC’s future. There are lots of ways to stay up to date and get involved:
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Sign up for the DC 2050 email list to get an alert when new events and requests for input are announced.
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Attend an event, like our informal office hours at Tenley-Friendship Library on September 24, 3:30-5 pm.
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Check out DC2050.com to learn more about the project.
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5335 Wisconsin Ave, NW
With one hand they give you a Trader Joe’s and dazzle you with a Total Wine and with the other they rip away a beloved legend…
Thanks to everyone who sent the sad news about the Cheesecake Factory’s coming closure in Friendship Heights: (more…)
A Bison Celebration is part of the Smithsonian Institution’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The Bison Celebration will be a full day event that brings together organizations, scholars, scientists and filmmakers to celebrate the past, present, and future of North America’s largest land mammal. Through captivating films and thought-provoking panel discussions, the museum will explore the bison’s vital role in restoring grassland ecosystems and its deep spiritual connection to Tribal nations.
1517 17st NW unit #2
“Dear PoPville,
I have no affiliation with this place, but I get my nails done at Color Nails on 17th & Church St NW. They were closed this summer to remodel and they used to be busy nonstop – you couldn’t get in there anytime between 5-7 at night!! But now, the last two times I’ve gone there’s been literally no one else in the shop. I don’t think people know they’re open again since they pushed back the opening a few times, (more…)
Event location
Capitol Hill
TBD
Washington, District Of Columbia 20003
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Join us for the 2026 Renovators House Tour on Sunday, October 18, from 12–5 PM! Tour unique Capitol Hill homes, discover creative renovations and design ideas, and connect with the people and businesses behind them.
via MPD
Statement from Mayor Bowser on Chief Smith
“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) Chief Pamela A. Smith will be stepping down and released the following statement:
“When Chief Smith stepped up to lead the Metropolitan Police Department, we had no time to waste. She came in at a very challenging time for our community, when there was significant urgency to reverse the crime trends our city was facing post pandemic. Within a year of her tenure, we opened the Real-Time Crime Center. We deployed newer and better technology. We worked with the Council to pass comprehensive legislation that prioritizes accountability. And Chief Smith got all of this done while also navigating unprecedented challenges and attacks on our city’s autonomy.
“Chief Smith dramatically drove down violent crime, drove down the homicide rate to its lowest levels in eight years, and helped us restore a sense of safety and accountability in our neighborhoods. We are grateful for her service to Washington, DC.”
Statement from Chief Pamela A. Smith (more…)
4800 block of Colorado Avenue, NW photo by dullshick
Ed. Note: “anyone experiencing a mental health, substance use, or suicidal crisis will be able to dial 988.”
Many readers wrote in asking about what happened in Carter Barron Saturday night. Unfortunately very sad news to report.
From an MPD Spokesperson:
“On Saturday, December 6, 2025, at approximately 10:35 p.m., Fourth District officers and members of the United States Park Police responded to a parking lot in the 4800 block of Colorado Avenue, Northwest for the report of two unconscious individuals inside of a vehicle. Officers located one adult male and one adult female inside of a vehicle, both suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. (more…)
1262 5th Street, NE
‘Tis the season and this spot looks pretty sweet!
Almost missed this. ALMOST. Thanks to Eric for sending the shots of Saint Helens Leatherworks: (more…)
photo by Diane Krauthamer
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photo by Beau Finley
From AlertDC:
“A Fireworks Show will occur near Washington Channel tonight, December 6 at approximately 8:00PM. Expect loud noises, flashing lights.”
Tell your friends.
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.