photo by Adam Fagen
From a press release:
“U.S. Army Military District of Washington will be participating in the U.S. Army 250th Birthday Festival and Parade, Saturday, June 14.
Due to the incoming military aircraft to support operations, you will notice an increase in noise from June 10-15. The celebration will include several aerial performances from aircraft such as, the UH-60 Black Hawk, AH-64 Apache and the CH-47 Chinook.
The Army Birthday Festival will begin at 11 a.m. at the National Mall, (more…)
1700 New Jersey Avenue, NW at R Street
Thanks to S. for sending: “The old BKK/Maman Joon in truxton circle now have some neon signs on the windows saying “Pizza by the Slice”. (more…)
Thanks to Andrew for sending above: “there is a fucking tank stuck on the hill on ri ave between 3 and 4 NE”
And thanks to Carolyn for sending video last night: “20 tanks rolled down RIA from Maryland towards downtown.” (more…)
Treat(ment) Her This Mother’s Day With $100 Off $500 on Silver Mirror Facial Bar Gift Card
This Mother’s Day treat the special someone in your life to a personalized Silver Mirror facial. From services ranging from Anti-Aging facials to Dermaplaning, Silver Mirror’s personalized facials are exactly the type of luxury she’s craving.
Through May 11th Silver Mirror is offering a Mother’s Day special with $100 Off $500 gift card purchases at SilverMirror.com.
1301 U Street, NW
Thanks to Laura for sending: “Alero on 13th and U Street is closing!”
The note says in part: “The Building has chosen not to renew our lease, so we will be closing our doors at this location.”
I’ve said it before and I’ll sadly say it again but oh there was a time. There was a time but I don’t think you’d believe me. (more…)
601 K Street, NW
Speaking of lox…
Thanks to Suzie for sending this morning: H&H Bagels opened early! (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!
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is scheduled to begin streetscape work on Connecticut Avenue NW between S Street and California Street starting Monday, June 23, 2025, weather permitting. This marks the first phase of the Connecticut Avenue Streetscape and Deckover Project. The deckover portion of the project is expected to begin in late July.
Construction will begin in the median between S Street and California Street NW, followed by work on the small island between T Street and California Street NW. Sidewalk construction is scheduled to begin in early Fall.
Traffic Impacts: (more…)
photo by Dan Silverman
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4822 MacArthur Blvd, NW
“Dear PoPville,
We tried to dine at our favorite sushi place tonight only to see a “Temporarily Closed” sign on the door without any explanation. It would be fairly astonishing if they’re actually out of business (barring lease renewal issues) as they’re usually filled to the rafters. Anybody know the scoop? (more…)
Thanks to Daisy for sharing this super cool 1953 Packer: (more…)
photo by Clif Burns
“Dear PoPville,
Like many of us, I want to understand the options (if any) of obtaining citizenship in another country. I have already explored citizenship by ancestry in Poland and it was a bust, the lineage was broken due to when my grandparents came to the US.
Specifically, I am wondering if there are knowledgeable and trustworthy immigration attorneys who can identify reasonable options before (more…)
