
Thanks to A. for sending yesterday morning (Thursday) from Columbia Heights: “WTF.”
Still jarring to see on our city streets, no doubt about it.

Thanks to A. for sending yesterday morning (Thursday) from Columbia Heights: “WTF.”
Still jarring to see on our city streets, no doubt about it.

Thanks to Alexandra for capturing our friend in Dupont Circle.
Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to [email protected]
If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.

15th and K Street, NW
Thanks to Noa for sending the downtown Maman coming soon signage.
ICYMI: The Cosi closed here back in July 2022.
You can see Maman’s Foggy Bottom menu here.
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This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

Mother’s Day weekend is shaping up to be a great one for DC homebuyers. With 315+ open houses scheduled across the District, there’s no shortage of opportunities to explore what’s on the market—and the good news is that the majority of showings are happening on Saturday, leaving your Sunday free for brunches, flowers, and family celebrations. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

photo by Victoria Pickering
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photo by Eric P.
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Ed. Note: Unrelated but “The U.S. Military will conduct an Aircraft Flyover in the NCR over Arlington National Cemetery, on Friday, April 3, at approximately 3:05PM.
From the Nationals:
“The Washington Nationals will celebrate Opening Day at Nationals Park on Friday, April 3, with a 1:05 p.m. matchup against the defending World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers. Ballpark gates open at 11:00 a.m., and fans are encouraged to be in their seats by 12:15 p.m. to enjoy the pregame ceremonies. The weekend fun will continue on Saturday, April 4, as the Nationals and Budweiser are throwing a 21st Birthday Celebration with special activities and giveaways for fans to enjoy.
Ahead of Friday’s home opener, the Nationals will celebrate baseball’s place in our country’s 250-year history with a special ceremonial first pitch featuring a number of individuals who have helped grow the game. Additionally, the U.S. Army Ceremonial Band will perform the national anthem, America the Beautiful and God Bless America; a representative from Boeing will deliver the game’s lineup card to umpires at home plate; and Mayor Muriel Bowser will give the call to ‘Play Ball!’ The Opening Day pregame ceremonies will also feature 250 military members creating a tunnel in center field for starting lineup and manager introductions; our nation’s colors presented by Joint Armed Forces Color Guard; a giant American flag unfurling in the outfield; and a flyover from four F-16C Fighting Falcons from the 121st Fighter Squadron, D.C. Air National Guard.
Before the start of the game, (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!

photo by Bill Herndon
“Dear PoPville,
Does anyone else regularly lose cell service on the green line northbound around Mt Vernon Sq? Used to happen in the northbound tunnel between U St and Columbia Heights every time but that stopped a while ago. Takes a few stops to come back. Frustrating!”
You are definitely not along, some early replies: (more…)

Mayor Bowser writes yesterday:
“NEWS: We’re launching a new pilot program to fight rats in DC.
This spring, we’re combining baiting, tracking powder, & an innovative fertility suppressant to target the rodent population. (more…)

ICYMI: Official Word on Logan Circle Park Closing Monday March 30 through June 15th
Thanks to all who’ve written us and sent the latest from Logan Circle: “Can still walk through the park for the time being…” (more…)

4523 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to Sarah for sending the latest: “there’s a South Block going into the old Robeks spot in Tenleytown.”
ICYMI, August 2025: After 20 Years in Tenleytown – Robeks “fruit smoothies and healthy eats” has closed.
January 13, 2026 New “Juice Bar Restaurant” coming to the old Robeks space!!
For those not familiar with South Block: (more…)