“Dear PoPville,
What’s the process for renewing streatery licenses or permits? I generally LOVE them but the one in front of my building is for a dinner-only place that is barely occupied for dinner and occupied by non-diners during the day. It’s never cleaned and just adds to the rat problem. I’d like to get involved when they’re up for renewal.”
“Dear PoPville,
Chimney at the mall? I had not ridden past the African American Museun in a few weeks but this chimney is new — i am not sure that is steam, it looked grey at times.”
815 V Street, NW
From a press release:
“Since first opening its doors 45 years ago on May 30, 1980, the 9:30 Club has hosted more than 11,000 artists and nearly 8 million fans. That’s a lot of music, and a lot of memories. That’s more than 11,000 nights of irreplicable experiences; unique performances and interactions that each strike like lightning. And while you can’t bottle lightning, you can photograph it.
Jim Saah has been doing just that for almost as long as the 9:30 Club has been open, capturing his first show at the original 9:30 Club on October 17th, 1982. When people picture the original 9:30 Club, with all of its grit and grime and myth and music, one name is synonymous with those images, and that’s Jim. (more…)
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1706 18th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Dead rats in front of an embassy of russia building
Second time i’ve seen this, first time was well over year ago.
i’m thinking they are a message.”
The message: (more…)
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.
660 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
This space was previously home to Joselito Casa de Comidas and Sona Creamery before them (and the OGs may remember the Motofoto here.
The liquor license placard for ZomTum says: (more…)
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!
1613 17th Street, NW
Thanks to Chris for sending:
“The new marijuana dispensary has it signs up on 17th St. in the old subway location in Dupont.”
The Subway closed here after 21 years, in September 2024.
Crisis apparently NOT averted…
Comment from Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton: “Closing Dupont Circle for #WorldPride is an unnecessary affront to DC’s vibrant LGBTQ+ community, for whom the park holds historical significance.I’m disappointed that NPS is moving forward with the closure, despite MPD rescinding its request and my urging NPS to keep it open.”
Thanks to K. and E. for sending: (more…)
Claims Cafe U. Well this sign stopped me dead in my tracks and while I normally always have room for lox I had just stuffed my face with pizza (at Slice & Pie, very very good but we’ll revisit best pizza another time) anyway, I wasn’t able to sample myself. So, true or false? (more…)
2619 Connecticut Ave, NW
We got some new coming soon signage for Yours Cafe coming to the old Maddy’s Pizza spot. And next door: (more…)
photo by Emma K Alexandra
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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.