Federal Government


photo by Emma K Alexandra

“Dear PoPville,

Can you please help me give a shout out to the folks at Union Station today who were posted at the top of the escalator with pro-federal worker signs? I wanted to thank them in person but had to literally run for a train. These small-ish acts these days (more…)


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Announcement

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.


Dupont Circle


2153 P Street, NW

Uh oh… Google says “Temporarily closed” – a call goes to a “temporarily” disconnected line. Ed. Note: I’ve never encountered a temporarily disconnected line before. Anyway getting strong “temporarily closed” vibes but maybe it’s temporary.

A reader reports:

“Duffy’s Dupont has been closed for about 4 weeks. Any news? Owner said it was because of kitchen repairs (which is true, their hood blew out) but nothing since: (more…)


Dupont Circle


2009 R Street, NW

Teasim with the preemptive post:

“Friends! Before anyone goes running to the rumor mill…
This banner is 29 years old!
It needs replacing!
We’re still here.
New banner coming this week.

(But yes, as ever, please support the local businesses you want to see in the world.)❤️✌🏼”

29 years!?! Amazing. And PHEW.


Cleveland Park


3504 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Cork Cleveland Park will have 20 seats in its street-level wine bar and retail area, a mezzanine-level tasting room with an additional 15 seats for wine classes, tastings, and private events, as well as storefront outdoor seating for 8. Gross and Pitts tapped acclaimed local DC firm, Gronning Architects (who also worked on Cork 14th and Cork Spring Valley), to curate the layout and design of the new project.” (more…)