Thanks to Kevin for sending this classic Chevy Nova.
Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Society!
From DDOT:
Location: North Carolina Avenue SE, East Capitol Street, and Massachusetts Avenue SE from 6th Street SE to 17th Street SE
Event Date: Saturday, June 28th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Road Closure: Saturday, June 28th from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For the first time in the program’s history, Open Streets is heading to Capitol Hill! One mile of neighborhood streets will be closed to vehicles to allow people to safely walk, run, bike, and play.
Open Streets will include hourly programmed classes and performances, including live music, yoga, dancing, and more! The event is free and suitable for all ages and abilities. No cars, just people!”
From MPD: (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Driving to work this morning, a bikeshare rider swerved out in front of me so I lightly beeped my horn. Not aggressively but to give a warning as I had the space to drive around him in the other lane. He proceeded to film me and aggressively blocked my progress between the intersection of P St NW and the Rock Creek offramp (Georgetown) and P and 23rd. I didn’t engage and stayed calm although very unsettling. Is this the new norm? (more…)
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Tim Ebner shares with us yesterday:
“This intersection (Starburst Plaza) is what I like to call “somebody else’s problem.” Case in point: Today, I helped a man get life-saving care with Narcan nasal spray after an overdose that almost killed him.Read on, and let’s hold our city leaders accountable, so someone doesn’t die from a preventable overdose (more…)
Higher Ground Cannabis Dispensary is excited to announce its Grand Opening! Higher Ground opened 4/18, bringing the East Coast’s largest cannabis consumption lounge to DC.
With retail, consumption, and soon-to-be cultivation all onsite Higher Ground bring’s a truly unique plant experience to the Nation’s Capital.
photo by Josh Bassett
From the office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton:
“As ranking member of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee on Highways and Transit, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) today wrote the Comptroller General of the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) requesting that it conduct a comprehensive study on the causes and effects of railway noise pollution. Additionally, Norton asked GAO to propose ways that the federal government can reduce the negative effects of railway noise pollution. The request is similar to a bill Norton reintroduced in April to require the GAO to submit recommendations to Congress on how to reduce train noise and vibrations near homes.
“D.C. residents contact me regularly about the negative impacts train noise and vibrations have on their health, quality of life and even the structural integrity of their homes,” Norton said. “Although trains provide an essential mode of transportation, we can’t simply ignore the harms suffered by those who live near them, which can include structural damage, reduced property values and negative health effects. We must examine whether there are viable, cost-effective ways to mitigate the harms caused by long-term exposure to train noise and vibrations.”
Norton’s letter follows, with personal contact information redacted. (more…)
Columbia Heights Day is an annual neighborhood festival celebrating the vibrant community, culture, and small businesses of Columbia Heights. Now in its 18th year, the event features a lively mix of local vendors, live entertainment, and interactive activities for all ages—including face painting, tie-dye, karaoke, a dog costume contest, and more. Join us for a day of connection, creativity, and community right in the heart of Columbia Heights!
2147 P Street, NW previously home to Marrakech
Hammer & Nails website says:
“Opening Summer 2025
Not your ordinary barbershop- one premium barber cut, hand and foot treatment at a time. Welcome to a higher level of full-service grooming experiences for extraordinary men.” (more…)
stock photo from our archives
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department’s announces the arrest of a suspect in a fatal pedestrian hit and run crash in Northwest.
On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at approximately 4:15 a.m., Third District officers responded to the intersection of 12th Street and U Street, Northwest for the report of a crash. On scene officers located an adult male lying in the roadway unconscious and not breathing after being struck by a vehicle. (more…)
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100 Florida Ave, NE
Thanks to Nick for sending the latest: “Bub and Pop’s reopening next week!!! Opening Wednesday if all goes well!” (more…)
Anyone recognize what street this is? I’m thinking maybe the 1000 block of Wisconsin Ave, NW?
Thanks to Noa for passing on from Cotopaxi:
“Hey DC! We’re heading your way! 🎉 Our newest pop-up shop will be opening in Georgetown, just in time for the start of classes.
Find us popping up off of Wisconsin Ave. very soon. Stay tuned for more details on the opening of our newest shop, and all of the fun that will be coming along with it.” (more…)
1068 31st Street, NW
Back in 2023 Piccolo suffered a significant fire that required closing/major renovations. Plans were to reopen but Eater reported “Owners of Georgetown’s Ristorante Piccolo Sentenced for Stealing COVID-19 Funds.”
Welp, now there’s a Current Boutique coming soon sign. (more…)
In a city where everyone seems to be moving at a hundred miles an hour, finding a moment of calm can feel like a luxury. At Luxie Spa, tucked into the heart of Capitol Hill, that luxury is intentional.
Luxie Spa has become one of D.C.’s most talked-about destinations for those who want more than a routine beauty appointment. Combining high-end technique with a personalized touch — creates an experience that feels both indulgent and deeply restorative.