
Thanks to Nora for sending:
“so sorry to find this CLOSED sign yesterday, at Dupont Circle!!! I have since learned all the DC Thrones are closed!!!”
SIGNS OF THE TIMES: (more…)

Thanks to Nora for sending:
“so sorry to find this CLOSED sign yesterday, at Dupont Circle!!! I have since learned all the DC Thrones are closed!!!”
SIGNS OF THE TIMES: (more…)

2601 Sherman Avenue, NW
Readers write:
“ABCA (Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration) closed Cap & Stem. Woah! Any info on what’s happening here?” (more…)

Thanks to Erin for sharing this awesomeness she found in NoMa:
“Huge clumps of grapes.”
LOVE IT!! Will make a great haul for someone.
Send your hauls to [email protected] and be sure to mention what neighborhood you are in. Thanks!

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.
May has officially arrived, and with it the year’s first true spring weekend in the District. Buyers will have plenty to choose from with 360+ open houses across the city this weekend, with porches in bloom, parks in full color, and that perfect-for-house-hunting weather that makes you want to walk every block. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.


Thanks to Antonio for sharing with us:
“Just spotted Veo’s new cargo e-bike. This could be a game changer for carrying items and getting around the city without a car.”
Could this replace some car trips for you?
Reach recognizes that literacy is the foundation of lifelong learning.
On May 7, 2026, we’re holding our annual Read to Rise event to celebrate the achievements of our teen tutors.

1895 L Street, NW
Thanks to Liv for sending:
“Omakase coming soon in former L Street Poki DC space.”
Poki DC closed here in February 2025.
Poki DC opened here in 2018 back during the great poke explosion of the late teens.
Stay tuned for Omakase.
Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! All persons having business before The Honorable Callie Pigeon and Delilah Dentata are admonished to draw near.
Callie and Delilah, “Attorneys at Law”*, hereby summon you to a burlesque and variety “tribute” to crime, justice, and lovers of both!

Thanks to Noa for passing on from Ben’s:
“Ben’s Chili Bowl U Street will temporarily close its doors at midnight on Monday, July 14th, 2025, for essential repairs and upgrades. The closure is expected to last four months, with a Grand Reopening planned for November 2025. This marks the first major repair to the historic building in over six decades. The updates will focus on preserving the integrity and heritage of the beloved space while ensuring that it remains a welcoming and safe gathering place for future generations. (more…)

1433 P Street, NW photo by DC Fire and EMS Department
DC Fire and EMS Department reported around 1am:
“Box Alarm 1400 block P St NW. AC unit fire on roof 2 story commercial building. (more…)

Thanks to D. for sending from NE Capitol Hill.
It had been 6 days 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.

6800 Georgia Ave, NW
Thanks to Bryan for sending:
“Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Walter Reed open Monday July 7th 2025 and these are their hours of operation.”
Check out their menu here.

photo by Adam Fagen
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Astro Jump of Metro DC now offers trackless train rentals for events across Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland.
The trackless train is available for school events, festivals, corporate events, and private parties, and can operate on parking lots, roads, and other paved surfaces. The train includes four passenger cars that comfortably fit both children and adults, making it a versatile attraction for a wide range of event types.