Rant/Revel

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in D.C.

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DC Water

“When we finish the Piney Branch Tunnel, it will hold at least 4.2 million gallons of rainwater and wastewater during heavy storms.”

By Prince Of Petworth


“Clockwise from top): Overflow area where combined wastewater and stormwater are released into Piney Branch; Work to construct tunnel shaft underway; Construction next to sewer overflow area where tunnel will begin; and Crews working on construction site”

Update from DC Water:

“DC Water broke ground on the Piney Branch Tunnel, the final major tunnel in our Clean Rivers Project. This work will help keep sewage and trash out of local waterways and make Rock Creek, the Potomac River, and the Chesapeake Bay cleaner for our community.

When we finish the Piney Branch Tunnel, it will hold at least 4.2 million gallons of rainwater and wastewater during heavy storms. Instead of overflowing into Piney Branch, that water will go to the Blue Plains Water Resource Recovery Facility, where it will be treated. (more…)

Dating

Missed Connections – AWS Summit 2025

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by LaTur

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,

Basically, I had a long chat with a wonderful gal at AWS Summit 2025 (last year) and I was just reminded about that missed opportunity when this year’s conference just ended. I felt that we really vibed and I’d love to get to know her more. I’m throwing a hail-mary today and also posted to the DC area subreddits.

Full story below: (more…)

Sponsored

DC Fresh Finds for July 15, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

113 U Street NW
113 U Street NW

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  • Expansive, full-width rowhome masterfully blends the timeless character and craftsmanship
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  • Rear Deck with built-in hot tub and outdoor television

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 6BR/4 full + 1 half-bath Traditional-style manor on a rare double lot in Cleveland Park, with a breathtaking library, a sunroom, a screened porch, magnificent Washington National Cathedral views, and a 50-foot heated pool—all for $5M.
  • A “beautifully 2022 remodeled” Southwest DC rowhome with hardwood floors throughout, “moments from Navy Yard, The Wharf, Audi Field, Nationals Park, waterfront parks, 2 Metro stations, grocery stores and some of the city’s finest restaurants, cafés, and entertainment.”
  • BACK ON THE MARKET: A “beautifully refreshed” 3BR/2.5BA townhouse tucked inside the Henson Ridge community in Southeast DC, with “gleaming hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and seamless living and dining spaces that feel warm, stylish, and easy to enjoy.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “stunning and modern condo” with “an open floor plan and abundant natural light,” featuring “three bedrooms with ample closet space, three and a half baths and a private patio space” in the heart of Columbia Heights.
Columbia Heights

Continuing Coverage of the Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Fountains Cont. “Water seems maybe clearer?”

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Todd for sending the latest yesterday (Thursday) afternoon around 2:30pm:

“Water seems maybe clearer? Closure signs appear to be down.”

And so concludes this week’s continuing coverage from Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park.

Stay tuned for coverage from Slurpee Park next week.

John shared some background in 2025: (more…)

sports

Ping Pong Patrol: “After nearly a decade* in Washington, DC, we have made the difficult decision to close SPIN DC. Our final day of service was June 27.”

By Prince Of Petworth


1332 F Street, NW

*SPIN DC opened here in December 2018.

Terrible news for fellow ping pong enthusiasts:

“After nearly a decade in Washington, DC, we have made the difficult decision to close SPIN DC. Our final day of service was June 27.

We’re incredibly grateful to every guest who celebrated birthdays, hosted company events, played their first game of ping pong, or simply stopped by for a great night out. Most of all, we want to thank our amazing team, whose passion and dedication made SPIN DC what it was.

While this chapter is coming to an end in Washington, the SPIN story continues. You can still enjoy SPIN at our seven other clubs across the U.S., and we hope to welcome you there soon.

To everyone who was part of the SPIN DC story: thank you. It has been an honor to serve this community.” (more…)

Dupont Circle

End of an Era: Giovanni’s Trattu Temporarily Closed or “Temporarily” CLOSED!?!

By Prince Of Petworth


1823 Jefferson Place, NW

Established 1978!!

Uh oh, Looks like things have indeed taken a turn at Giovanni’s Trattu :( I was only 13 years off…

I did see one yelp comment that said the space had been sold to new owners so perhaps they are renovating and/or rebranding? There were no permits on the closed door indicating any work/renovations. Certainly seems like an end of an era one way or another…

The phone number on their website has been disconnected and google currently lists them as “temporarily closed”:

“At Giovanni’s Trattu, on of DC’s premier Italian restaurants, we invite you to embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the vibrant traditions of Italy, where every dish is a testament to our commitment to quality and authenticity.” (more…)

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