photo by DCbmyers
Thanks to Debra for sharing the good news from FONA:
“We’ve heard you. You want the chance to visit the National Arboretum after a long day at work. We’re making it happen all summer long! Thanks to FONA and the generosity of our supporters, the U.S. National Arboretum will stay open until 8 PM from June 1st through August 30th.* (more…)
Predicted: November 3rd, 2015: “Why the Streetcar will never work”.
The Washington Post’s Rachel Weiner with the big news:
“The DC Streetcar will be phased out after just a little over a decade in service — not much longer than it took to build. In its place Mayor Bowser promises a “next generation streetcar,” otherwise known as an electric bus.” (more…)
photo by LaTur
“Dear PoPville,
I’m looking for recommendations for local charities doing excellent work in areas like poverty reduction, education, and violence reduction. I know a few, but I love hearing about good experiences from the local braintrust. (more…)
Show Mother’s Day love with a creative, fresh, flower arrangement from D.C. florist Volanni!
Michael Lanni, the artist behind these arrangements, puts intuitive care into each of his designs. As he likes to say, “This is our art, and flowers are the medium.”
Pick out the perfect Mother’s Day arrangement and place your order online. Volanni makes deliveries throughout the DMV. The deliveries can go out Friday, Saturday and Sunday (May 8th-10th).
Mother’s Day is approaching fast on May 10th and flower availability is limited, so get your order in!
“Dear PoPville,
I saw these signs at the corner of New Hampshire/Q/18 NW today and wondered what they were trying to instruct people or cars to do?” (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.
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting in Northwest.
On Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at approximately 3:59 a.m., Third District officers responded to the 1600 block of 14th Street, Northwest, for the report of the sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male, unconscious and not breathing, suffering from a gunshot wound. (more…)
Join us for a night of cocktails (open bar), light fare, live music by the Future Band, and dancing as we honor champions of children in foster care. Awards will also be given to honor our Foster Youth of the Year, Foster Parent of the Year, Advocate of the Year, and more.
1601 14th Street, NW at Q Street
Thanks to Nils for sending photos of the continued “Le Diplomate protest” yesterday around 5:30pm: (more…)
They’re just like us!
Spotted downtown over the weekend.
Caption contest time – go!
825 7th Street, NW
The Hooters closed here back in May 2019.
The liquor license placard for Chili Bistro says: (more…)
1822 Jefferson Place, NW
Thanks to Stephen for sending:
“Taylor Gourmet Dupont 3.0 appears close to opening. On Jefferson Pl NW across the street from St. Arnold’s.” (more…)
*Outside
Update: Or: “That’s project glow being set up but I am guessing the infrastructure will stay for world pride event and warped tour.”
Thanks to Bob for sending the shot from sunnier days. (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.