photo by Robert Lintott
Good news from WMATA:
“Automatic Train Operation (ATO) is coming to the Green and Yellow lines on Friday, May 23 after rigorous internal training and testing and concurrence from the Washington Metrorail Safety Commission.
ATO controls a train’s acceleration, deceleration, and speed. Trains get signal and speed commands from equipment located between the tracks for a smoother ride, enhanced safety, and improved on-time performance. (more…)
Thanks to the happy couple for sharing this great pic:
“After 35 years of marital bliss, a vacation in British West Indies, Turks & Caicos. Finally, a venue where the water actually looks like the brochure pics.”
If you get a photo with any of your shirt/merch on your travels – please send a photo with where you went to my email at [email protected] thanks!
Photo by Adam Fagen
Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP.
“Dear PoPville,
I’m looking for someone named Sophia. We did some volunteer work together (more…)
Address: 1401 Columbia Rd NW Unit 319, Washington, DC, 20009
Neighborhood: Columbia Heights
Type: 1 BR, 1 BA, condo — 547 sq. ft.
Listed: $2,150
This conveniently located condominium is in the heart of Columbia Heights, with charming details and move in ready. The unit features stainless steel appliances (including an in-unit washer/dryer!) with a private balcony facing the courtyard, while the spacious bedroom has plenty of closet space and a nook to be used for an at home office space. With recessed lighting, 9 foot ceilings, and modern fixtures, this property is a great find. The unit is just steps to the Yellow and Green Metro lines, Target, Best Buy, Bed Bath & Beyond, Washington Sports Club, and Lidl Grocery Store, while the building features a gated courtyard with mini dog park, and common laundry room. Tenant pays for electricity and renters insurance and the $200 move in fee. Pets case by case. Option for keeping the furniture on request.
Thanks to G. for sending this desperately needed goodness from Trinidad. “He got turned over to DC Duck Watch.”
To the video! (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Is that …a swastika quilt? On Florida Ave, NE.”
Update from KD:
“Is that …a swastika quilt?” Yes and no. Yes, those are swastikas, which are ancient symbols predating Nazism by millenia. No, those are not Nazi swastikas, which are not curved and always point clockwise.”
District Bridges is thrilled to announce its FIVE events as part of Mayor Muriel Bowser’s Art All Night with support from the Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD.)
From local artists, circus performers, live bands, dance, theatre, improv, storytelling, and so much more, these festivals celebrate art in all its forms and highlight the unique culture of each neighborhood.
Thanks to A. for sending from Mount Pleasant. (more…)
photo by angela n.
From the Trust for Public Land:
“Trust for Public Land announced today that Washington, DC, was rated the nation’s best big-city park system by the 2025 ParkScore® index. Washington has now held the top spot for five consecutive years. Arlington ranked seventh nationally, securing its tenth consecutive top-ten finish. Washington narrowly outscored Irvine, California (2nd), Minneapolis (3rd) and Cincinnati (4th) to retain the ParkScore title. The annual ParkScore® index ranks park systems in the 100 most populous U.S. cities and is widely considered the gold standard for park evaluation.
Both cities ranked highly on all ParkScore index rating factors. Ninety-nine percent of Washington and Arlington residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park, (more…)
1020 G Street, NW
From H&M:
“H&M, one of the world’s largest fashion brands famous for offering fashion and quality at the best price in a sustainable way, is happy to announce a new location at 1020 G Street NW in Washington, D.C. Measuring approximately 28,000 square feet, the new location will open May 22nd, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. (more…)
2318 18th Street NW upstairs
Whoa, Insomnia Cookies has abruptly closed in Adams Morgan.
Insomnia Cookies opened up here at 2318 18th Street, NW back in late 2016. (more…)
A reader shares this incredibly disturbing incident from last night around 11pm in Brightwood Park.
Updates if/when more is learned.