
Thanks to Chris for sending from AU Park/Tenleytown: (more…)

Thanks to Chris for sending from AU Park/Tenleytown: (more…)

From the SW BID:
“Andrea Limauro, a political muralist and city planner based in Washington, DC, in partnership with the Southwest Business Improvement District (SWBID), today announced the completion of “A River Runs Through It,” the third mural in his “The Climate of Future Past Series.” (more…)

photo by Joy Asico-Smith
From a press release:
“Springbone Kitchen, the beloved health-focused fast-casual brand known for its nutrient-dense, real-food offerings, is bringing its signature bone broths, bowls, and homemade-inspired meals to the nation’s capital, opening its first location in Georgetown on December 5, 2025. This marks the brand’s first move outside the New York-New Jersey region. Located at 1426 Wisconsin Avenue NW, the Georgetown location will soon be followed by a second location in Dupont Circle in early 2026, cementing Springbone’s presence in the market. (more…)

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.
DC Open House List for This Weekend: September 25, 2026
The leaves are just starting to turn, the humidity has finally packed it in, and DC’s fall market is in full swing — with 400+ open houses happening across the city this weekend. Whether you’re hunting for a Victorian in Columbia Heights, a Georgetown pied-à-terre, or a new-construction stunner in the Palisades, there’s a front door open for you Saturday and Sunday. Here are the RLAH @properties open houses happening around DC this weekend. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

4115 46th St NW — $2,249,000 — American University Park
Open Sat. 1-3PM & Sun. 11:30AM-1:30PM — Debi Fox
“Totally Reimagined and Expanded Home in AU Park. The Essence of Modern Luxury by Award Winning Dilan Homes. The Newly Designed Home spans 3 Levels with 4218 square feet and backs to Turtle Park with alley access from the fenced-in backyard.”
1231 Wynton Pl NE — $815,000 — Brookland
Open Sat. 2-4PM & Sun. 12-2PM — Thomas Doyle
“At 1231 Wynton Pl you will find a beautifully maintained home on three levels with all the comforts and none of the hassle. Built in 2021, this Brookland townhome is one of the largest models in the neighborhood. Spread across three levels, the layout gives everyone room to breathe.”
1603 S St NW — $2,200,000 — Dupont Circle
Open Sun. 12-2PM — David Bediz
“DUPONT CIRCLE COMPOUND WITH EXCEPTIONAL FLEXIBILITY! Newly refreshed and remarkably versatile, 1603 S Street NW offers a unique combination of an updated main residence, a LEGAL 1BR/1BA lower-level unit, and a DETACHED CARRIAGE HOUSE with private garage parking—creating endless possibilities for guests, an au pair, MULTIGENERATIONAL LIVING, home offices, private retreats, or income-producing space, all in the heart of Washington, DC.”
4623 Hillside Rd SE — $469,999 — Fort Dupont Park
Open Sat. 1-3PM — Sherese Teixeira
“Welcome to 4623 Hillside Rd SE, a beautifully updated home offering modern finishes, flexible living spaces, and an incredible house-hacking opportunity in the Fort Dupont Neighborhood of Washington, DC. This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is filled with natural sunlight and features Sea Island Oak-colored LVP flooring throughout, recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, and stylish modern finishes.”
1112 Monroe St NW — $1,000,000 — Columbia Heights
Open Sat. 2-4PM — Silvana Dias
“Across from the neighborhood park at 11th and Monroe Streets, this classic DC Victorian pairs original character with a remarkably versatile floor plan. A gracious foyer introduces the home, where original pine floors, tall ceilings and an antique mahogany decorative fireplace bring warmth and history to the open living space.”
50 Florida Ave NE #819 — $575,000 — NoMa
Open Sun. 1-3PM — Mandy Hursen
“EXCELLENT VALUE FOR A 2 BR, 2 BATH WITH GARAGE PARKING INCLUDED! Bathed in natural light, the open-concept living space showcases warm wood floors, soaring ceilings, and a sophisticated contemporary aesthetic that feels both inviting and impeccably polished.”
3040 R St NW #1/2 — $865,000 — Georgetown
Open Sat. 11AM-2PM — Steve Gaich
“Nestled along one of Georgetown’s most picturesque streets and bordering the storied grounds of Montrose Park, this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Washington history with all the comforts of modern luxury. Inside, the residence has been thoughtfully renovated with high-end finishes, exposed brick, and contemporary upgrades throughout.”

4465 Connecticut Avenue, NW
From a press release:
“Restaurateur Ashok Bajaj of Knightsbridge Restaurant Group announces the mid-December closing of the year-old restaurant, Rosedale, to be replaced by Malabar in mid-January 2026. Located at 4465 Connecticut Avenue, NW, 20008, in the Forest Hills neighborhood in the northwest quadrant of the nation’s capital, the incoming restaurant, Malabar, will bring modern Indian fare, with a culinary team led by Group Executive Chef Vikram Sunderam. The restaurant is named after the Malabar Coast, which is the southwestern region of the Indian subcontinent. For the transformation, the restaurant will undergo a décor refresh with the installation of striking new artwork in the 100-seat dining room. The patio, which seats 30 guests for outdoor dining, weather permitting, will have a more tropical vibe as summer 2026 returns warmer weather to the nation’s capital. Malabar will serve dinner and Sunday brunch and is within easy walking distance of the Van Ness UDC Metro station. (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.

Welp, we had a good run there for a bit…
Thanks to C. for sending from Forest Hills.
It had been almost four months since our last stolen wheels report(s). You can see some MPD suggestions on ways to prevent a Helluva Way to Wake Up here. You can read a Witness Describing a Wheel Theft here.
The evening ranges freely across the American songbook, threading together the theater music of Sondheim, Rodgers and Hart, Bernstein, and Weill with the songs of Ives, Barber, and Liebermann, and the setting of poets as distinct as E. E. Cummings, Langston Hughes, and Allen Ginsberg. It’s a program that moves with ease between the bright patter of numbers like “The What-Cha-Ma-Call-It” and the aching intimacy of “Lonely House”—music that captures both the exuberance and the tenderness at the heart of the American voice.
Bliss brings to this repertoire a voice of exceptional beauty — bright, focused, and capable of extraordinary refinement — along with a natural feel for the wit, swagger, and vulnerability this music demands, whether he’s channeling Sondheim’s restless “Being Alive,” or the sly nostalgia of “One for My Baby.” Expect an evening that is as much a portrait of a nation’s music as it is a showcase for one of the outstanding tenors of his generation.

11th and Rhode Island Ave, NW
Thanks to Anita for sending: “Roasted Boon replacement” (more…)

1451 L Street, NW
Thanks to Jonathan for sending the sad news:
“Nerds & Nibblers, a great little lunch spot on 15th and L NW has closed after 15 years. On some of my visits over the last year or so, they told me they were having trouble getting back to their pre-COVID crowds. (more…)

5335 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to Scott for sending from outside the Trader Joe’s opening this morning in Friendship Heights: “The calm before the storm of prepared snacks.”
And so closes the circle from scuttlebutt to open. Huzzah! (more…)

1345 Connecticut Ave, NW
Continuing coverage of Wok and Roll coming to the former Big Hunt space continues – now hiring: (more…)
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a time for commemorating our ancestors. Rather than a period of mourning, it is an occasion for celebrating with family—both living and dead—and honoring the cycle of life. Learn about La Catrina and her joyful view of life and mortality. Enjoy family-friendly activities throughout the day, including dance performances, coloring activities, and paper marigold and mask making. Visitors are invited to leave photos and mementos of their loved ones on the ofrenda (altar) or commemorate them by writing their names on a butterfly to attach to the memorial arch.
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