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Look I got a new glamour shot, Now let’s celebrate 13 years of PoPville tomorrow (Thurs.) at Moreland’s Tavern

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo credit Pipkin Creative : Nathan Mitchell

Now that the Nats won, and I’ve finally recovered – I’m ready to get wrecked again!! Come celebrate 13 years of PoPville at Moreland’s Tavern (upstairs) Thursday night starting around 6/6:30pm at 14th/Kennedy and Colorado Ave, NW. Unfortunately our DJ got hurt in a cycling crash (feel better Eric!!), he’ll be ok but is out of commission for a bit so maybe I’ll freestyle:

Oh my God just look at this
grandpa been blogging since 2006!

(Apologies to Ad-Rock)

Honestly it’ll be great to see you guys and just shoot the shit for a bit.

And I got a fresh crop of new shirts for ya. (more…)

Dear PoPville

“Is there a BBB or something similar so renters can give feedback on landlords?”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I am writing to see if there is an existing warning list or something similar for terrible landlords We just moved out of a row home where the landlord was excessively rude (calling us “little girls” or a “waste of time” when asking for the landlord to look at issues in the house), was a pain to get to fix defunct heaters in the winter, neglected to fix leaks, or update decades old appliances that damaged our clothes. It ultimately took him a full month to get our security deposit back past the 45 day deadline, because his first check bounced which he blamed on USPS (!?!?). (more…)

Animal Fix

Your Afternoon Animal Fix

By Prince Of Petworth

If you have any animal/pet photos you’d like to share 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.  If you love the animal fix and want to ensure PoPville’s long term viability please consider donating to our Patreon here.

“Cappy of Riggs Park received his Angel wings Saturday, November 2nd.”

“Porcini of DuPont! HRA alum & weekend warrior who is NOT a morning person (yes, person ;) ).”

Sponsored

DC Fresh Finds for May 20, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

508 Kenyon Street NW508 Kenyon Street NW

This Park View rowhome comes with a built-in Airbnb unit that could pay the mortgage: 508 Kenyon St NW

  • 4BR/3.5BA renovated rowhome
  • Lower level is a separate rental unit
  • Built-in Airbnb income potential
  • Private patio + secure 2-car parking
  • Steps from Park View Metro and Petworth

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 5BR/5.5BA Romanesque Revival semi-detached townhome with a private garden in Georgetown—all for $7M.
  • “Tucked into one of Northwest DC’s most established neighborhoods, this Spanish/Mediterranean-inspired stucco home stands apart from the typical DC housing stock” with a clay tile roof, 9’+ ceilings, and a wood-burning fireplace.
  • “Blending classic DC charm with thoughtful modern updates,” this renovated Petworth rowhome features “quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a striking waterfall island” plus a rare expansive backyard with room to garden, play, or entertain.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “diamond in the rough” that’s “perfect for buyers ready to apply TLC and realize its full value” on a “quiet, tree-lined one-way street in the heart of sought-after Truxton Circle.”
More Fresh Finds
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
Ivy City

Ivy City and Tenleytown Target Openings are Imminent (Ivy CIty will be soft opening tonight!)

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Dennis and Michael for sending the opening date for Ivy City’s Target:

“Take all my money”

From Target: “The stores will celebrate their grand openings to the public on Nov. 10.”

New York Ave. Target – 67,000-square-foot
1515 New York Ave., NE

“The two stores will offer a curated selection of apparel and accessories for the whole family, home décor and essentials, an assortment of health, personal care and beauty products, grab-and-go groceries, fresh produce and more. Services at both locations will include a CVS Pharmacy and Order Pickup – which allows guests to order items online and pick up in store in as soon as an hour. The New York Ave. store will include a Starbucks.”

Tenleytown Target – 46,000-square-foot
4500 Wisconsin Ave.

DC Government

“This is the definition of pay-to-play.”

By Prince Of Petworth


Ward 2 Council member Jack Evans

From The Washington Post:

“A majority of the D.C. Council on Tuesday called on their colleague Jack Evans to resign, a day after receiving a report that said he repeatedly violated council ethics rules by using his office to help his private employers and consulting clients.”

From Councilmember Allen’s office:

“The following statement is from Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen:

“The O’Melveny investigation into Ward 2 Councilmember Jack Evans released today outlines a clear pattern and practice of unethical behavior that has compromised his ability to effectively serve on the Council and has destroyed public trust in his decision making. We have had to question every vote and every action he takes.

The report highlights 11 known instances — in just the last five years — of official actions Councilmember Evans took on behalf of one of his outside employers or potential employers. This is the definition of pay-to-play. (more…)

Dear PoPville

“a personal letter from Mr. Takashi Nishiyama, President of Nishiyama Seimen Co., Ltd. in Sapporo, Japan that directly addresses the recent comment made disputing the authenticity of Hatoba’s Sapporo-style ramen.”

By Prince Of Petworth


“Aged Ramen Noodles from Nishiyama”

From an email:

“Please find a personal letter from Mr. Takashi Nishiyama, President of Nishiyama Seimen Co., Ltd. in Sapporo, Japan that directly addresses the recent comments made by a commenter, Joshua Hamilton, disputing the authenticity of Hatoba’s Sapporo-style ramen.

Daikaya Group partner and native of Tokyo, Japan Daisuke Utagawa wanted to take this opportunity to directly address the comment made in the recent PoPville article highlighting the opening of Hatoba, and furthermore to help educate both Joshua and readers on the history behind Sapporo ramen and Nishiyama Seimen Co., Ltd. where Daikaya Group continues to receive custom ramen noodles from of which are featured at all of their celebrated restaurants throughout the District – Daikaya, Haikan, Bantam King, and Hatoba.

In response to the following comment from Joshua Hamilton:

“Having lived in Sapporo for more than ten years and make a living doing PR work for Sapporo’s most famous Ramen company, I have to say that this shops menu does not reflect Sapporo ramen authentically in any way!
Come for the real thing instead of some half baked notion of what they think it is.”


“Early Days at the Nishiyama Ramen Factory”

“Dear PoPville,

My name is Takashi Nishiyama, and I am the President of Nishiyama Seimen, a noodle company based in Sapporo, Japan.

I was glad to see your recent article about the new ramen shop HATOBA, with whom our company has had the pleasure to collaborate. I was surprised, however, to see a baseless comment in response to that article. I believe it was written by a reader who is unaware of the history and traditional culture of Sapporo ramen.

The ramen that HATOBA serves is authentic Sapporo ramen, created in partnership with our company. The staff of HATOBA flew to Sapporo several times, and along with my staff, created the ramen at our company’s development office.

Sapporo ramen is a culinary culture that was born in the 1950s as a result of conversations between ramen shops in Sapporo and their customers. Miso ramen, which is now popular throughout the world, was born in 1955 in Sapporo. (more…)

Pets

Today in Corgis in Backpacks on Metro*

By Prince Of Petworth

I keep forgetting to post this – there were many sightings in late October. This one is from Erica:

“Saw this guy cruising around the Dave Thomas circle today – amazing! After sending the picture to my family, my dad notes that the motorcycle is a vintage German BMW military bike, likely from WWII era, which makes this even more badass.”

*This series will feature any pets in a backpack/bag. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not. Please email your sightings to [email protected]

Glover Park

“our hearts mourn the passing of Karl J. Herold who died peacefully on October 12, 2019, he had a long and successful life as Chef and Proprietor of the Old Europe Restaurant.”

By Prince Of Petworth


“In case you’re wondering, Key Bridge, Virginia side, 1960, he was 25…”

Thanks to Tim for passing on from Old Europe (2434 Wisconsin Ave, NW):

“Affectionately known to many simply as Mr. Karl, our hearts mourn the passing of Karl J. Herold who died peacefully on October 12, 2019, he had a long and successful life as Chef and Proprietor of the Old Europe Restaurant. He will be dearly missed by his family, friends and many business associates.

Born in 1935 in Uder, Germany he eventually immigrated from Heiligenstadt, Germany to Washington, D.C. absconding East Germany to create a new life in his adopted homeland in 1960. (more…)

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