1501 14th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Any idea why there was a line outside studio theater this morning (April 30, 2025)?”
Thanks to Noa for sending:
“Long line at studio theater! You can spot it from Logan Circle. Goes from 14th down P almost half way to the circle. Talked to someone in line. It’s audition day for the studio theater up coming season.“
Should you have any info please email at [email protected] and I’ll pass on to OP. THanks!
“Dear PoPville,
My husband and I put a bench down next to the sidewalk at 4711 4th Street for Porchfest, so folks could sit while they watched the bands, and we hadn’t yet brought it back up to the porch. (Stupid, I know.) Sometime between last night and this morning, it went missing. Probably someone assumed we were giving it away. But the iron part is a headboard that my Grandpa made for the twin bed I slept in for 18 years, and my Dad, who now has ALS and is mostly paralyzed, made it into this bench for me. It was the last thing he ever made, so it’s really important to me.”
Also: “Long Shot – Lost Earring at the Wharf (more…)
1309 5th Street NE photo by Eric
@capitolhillphil shared the news last week: “Yasmine Union Market is done. Clearing out their space. Opened Oct 2022.” (more…)
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805 V Street, NW, Haikan just before opening back in 2016
Thanks to all who passed on to us the sad news from Haikan:
“After almost 10 years in Shaw, we’ve made the difficult decision to close our beloved Haikan.
The challenges of food costs, Initiative 82 and the economic climate in the city brought us to this decision.
Our last day of service will be Saturday, May 3, 2025. (more…)
Art All Night Returns to Uptown on September 11
Experience Art All Night on Friday, September 11, 2026, where the citywide celebration of art, music, and culture kicks off. For one night, neighborhoods will come alive with visual and culinary art, interactive activities, dance, live music, and creative experiences for all ages. The festival is free and offers residents and visitors an opportunity to explore local businesses, discover D.C. artists, and experience the unique character of Uptown neighborhoods, including Petworth, 16th Street Heights, and Brightwood Park.
DC Fire and EMS reports:
“Update Working Fire 1900 block Vermont Ave NW, although several additional units were requested, a 2nd Alarm was not called. Approx 15 units & 75 personnel on scene. All visible fire extinguished and extension halted. No report of injuries.” (more…)
3401 M Street, NW
Thanks to T. for sending the Amorino Gelato news from M Street in Georgetown.
Stay tuned for an opening date!
Thanks to B. for sending from Capitol Hill.
It had been 35 days since our last stolen wheels report(s). You can see some MPD suggestions on ways to prevent a Helluva Way to Wake Up here. You can read a Witness Describing a Wheel Theft here.
Photo by Mr.TinMD
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,
Sunday, April 27. We were both at puppy yoga in Dupont. You had glasses, (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
As the 6-year anniversary of the work order to fix the torn net approaches, DPR has continued to refuse to address this dangerous situation. I am attaching DGS Oversight Hearing Testimony (PDF) I submitted at a February oversight hearing. Having received no response to my questions, last week I contacted the Office of Risk Management. Less than 24 hours later, the Tort Liability Program Administrator and Assistant Deputy General Counsel in the Office of Risk Management responded (this is a direct quote with names omitted):
“I learned about this issue late in the day yesterday…[names omitted]…We all agree this is a safety issue that must be repaired.”
Unfortunately, (more…)