3015 M Street, NW
Sprinkles, the legendary cupcake trailblazer, closed here back on December 31, 2025. (more…)
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1825 M Street, NW
A massive week of sign news continues.
Back in January, jeeze it’s been a minute hasn’t it?, we broke the news that the GM from Across The Pond would be opening Dupont Public House in the old Sign of the Whale space. They were hoping to open up for the World Cup but that obviously didn’t happen so it’s nice to see some progress with the new signage up! (more…)
photo from the PoPville archives circa 2013
Thanks to Jared for passing on the alert:
“Black bear spotted in Upper NW DC on Saturday – sounds like it was in the Glover Archbold Park trail between the Berkshire Apartments (4201 Massachusetts Ave, NW) and McLean Gardens.
DC: America’s new wildlife spotting destination?”
Ed. Note: Definitely not new, see my favorite previous black bear sightings here.
“We wanted to give you a heads-up that a black bear was spotted Saturday night around 8:30 pm behind the building. (more…)
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A mid-century retreat on the edge of Rock Creek Park—with a rare chance to buy the two lots next door: 1840 Primrose Rd NW
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One-third acre bordering Rock Creek Park
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Vaulted ceilings and walls of glass
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4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, move-in ready
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Room for a pool or sport court
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Three contiguous lots available together
Other Notable Fresh Listings:
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The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 9BR/9.5BA French-style estate on more than an acre in Wesley Heights, with over 15,000 square feet of living space, a swimming pool, pool house, and sweeping private grounds—all for $19M.
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“A beautifully updated detached single-family home offering exceptional space, character, and outdoor living in sought-after AU Park. This home features a large fenced backyard, rear patio, private upper-level deck, and detached one-car garage—all just minutes from Tenleytown, Janney & Deal schools, Metro, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences.”
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“Built in 2021, this Brookland townhome is one of the largest models in the neighborhood. The first floor has a bedroom, full bath, and family room that opens to a private fenced backyard, which is a genuine rarity in the neighborhood.”
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Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “newly renovated three bedroom home” that “blends modern comfort with loads of charm—all nestled on a quiet neighborhood with easy access to downtown DC” and offers “a fully-finished lower-level (that) features a bedroom as well as a full bathroom, laundry area, and additional living room space.”
2438 18th Street, NW
Thanks to Dan for sending the “New Signage at the Mola Empanada space…the drinks fridge is stocked.” (more…)
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is pleased to announce the launch of the Cool Corridors pilot study, a new and environmentally friendly effort to cool District streets and protect residents from extreme summer heat. This initiative is designed to reduce extreme heat on District streets, improve neighborhood comfort, and help create a more resilient transportation network for residents.
Beginning the week of July 27, 2026, DDOT will begin to apply solar reflective “cool pavement” coatings at five sites across the city that have been designated as urban heat islands as part of a broader effort called the Cool Corridors Multi-Hazard Resilience Study. (more…)
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The first annual Consortium art show
For one weekend in September, a private mansion in Upper Georgetown becomes the most beautiful room in Washington. Work by women artists, hung salon-style the way Paris did it a century ago: floor to ceiling, frame to frame, every wall alive. Sculpture on the mantels. Paintings up the staircase. Art where art is meant to live, in a home, among people, with a glass in your hand.
It had been a minute since we had a Larry spotting.
Thanks to Yolanda for sending the latest vulture, aka Larry, sighting from Petworth.
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.
1400 9th Street, NW at 9th and O Street, NW
“Genika Cafe
Coffeehouse by Day • Tavern by Night
Specialty Coffee from around the world, handcrafted cocktails, and a
welcoming gathering place in the heart of Washington, DC.”
Here’s the latest from the coming Genika Cafe:
“We’re getting closer ❕
We’re working hard behind the scenes to make sure everything is ready to give you the best experience and the warmest welcome from day one. (more…)
photo by Diane Krauthamer
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From Hillwood:
“On August 5, Hillwood comes to life in our extended hours program! Join us for a summer evening featuring art, live music, art-making, and more.
See the exhibition Interwoven: A Tradition in Textiles to discover beautiful and extraordinary works of textile art. Engage with the exhibition’s curator. Listen to high-energy live performances by The JoGo Project, led by saxophonist Elijah Jamal Balbed, as they perform an award-winning blend of jazz and DC’s own go-go music. Create your own no-sew embroidery collage inspired by the textiles in the exhibition. Enjoy the rare opportunity to self-guide through the mansion, greenhouse, and gardens in the evening light. Try delicious drinks and food specials (for purchase) at Merriweather Café.
This event will take place rain or shine!
PROGRAM TIMELINE (more…)
Great Garden Haul is made possible by the Friends of Fanny Wilkinson Society. Send your hauls to [email protected] and be sure to mention what neighborhood you are in and what you’ve grown. Thanks!
Thanks to Elisa for sending: “A surfeit of figs in Capitol Hill.” (more…)