Well now we’re cooking with gas!! From an email:
“I’m opening up a record and bookstore at Union Station called Rail Records and Books. It’s in the old Kiehls space. (more…)
1107 19th Street, NW
Thanks to James for sending: “DC Donner coming next to chopt near 19th and L.”
I believe this is the old Dunkin space near the Wawa.
Always nice to have more Donner options! Stay tuned for an opening date.
we shared the news that Negril would be closing their current location near Howard on May 23rd.
Negril publicly shared “with hope of relocation coming soon.” and regarding their future, word on the street is that they are moving to: (more…)
Expect more from your wine club. For just $75, we give you three bottles each month of the hard-to-find wines poured at the coolest restaurants in the country, not excess production jug wine with a custom label slapped on. We’ve been named the best wine club in America, and we’re right in your backyard.
“Dear PoPville,
I lost chunky gold cable bracelet (see picture) that belonged to my grandmother on the green line of the metro on the evening of April 2 returning from work. It was approximately 630pm on the Green Line going towards greenbelt. I think it fell off around Hyattsville Crossing as I was exiting the car, but can’t be certain. I think the trains turn around and go back after they reach the end of the line so it could be anywhere on the Green (and potentially yellow) lines. (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.
600 H Street, NE
From a press release:
“Dolcezza, the iconic gelato and coffee shop based in Washington DC, is kicking off its 2025 expansion plans with a highly anticipated new location opening April 4th on H Street NE. This marks the sixth outpost for the award-winning local company, known for its local sourcing, small batch gelato, and craft coffee program.
The Grand Opening Celebration is planned for April 4th, from 12 – 7 PM. Guests can get a free scoop of gelato or soft serve, while supplies last. (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!
photo by banjaxx
From a traffic advisory:
“The Walter E. Washington Convention Center will host Awesome Con from April 4 through April 6, 2025. Estimated attendance is 25,500. For more information, visit here.
Friday, April 4: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday, April 5: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday, April 6: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
We anticipate an increase in WMATA ridership (particularly on the Yellow and Green lines at the Mount Vernon Square/Seventh Street Convention Center station) and greater demand for taxis/rideshares. This event will generate substantial (more…)
Thanks to Kevin and Karen for sending from the Cherry Blossom Festival. (more…)
1100 4th Street, NE via Lost Sock Roasters
Thanks to Noa for passing on the big news from Lost Sock Roasters yesterday:
“☕️𝑩𝒊𝒈 𝒏𝒆𝒘𝒔: 𝑾𝒆’𝒓𝒆 𝒐𝒑𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂 𝒔𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒅 𝒃𝒓𝒊𝒄𝒌 & 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒓! 🎉 After a lot of planning (and head banging 🤦🏽♂️), we’re finally bringing another Lost Sock space to life.
This one’s here to stay—no pop-up, just a permanent home in NoMa. (more…)
photo by Dave Lyons
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From a press release:
“MOLTN Cookies, the popular late-night cookie brand known for baking cookies fresh to order, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest location inside Takoma Eats at 6120 Kansas Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011—right on the border of Washington, D.C. and Maryland.
The new Takoma shop is open Tuesday through Sunday, from 11:00 AM to 11:30 PM, (more…)