photo by angela n.
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,
My name as Ben and I have gold glasses, dark curly/messy hair, and I was wearing brown cargo pants and a big black jacket with a fur hood. Also Im 22 and from England but live here now.
The girl I saw was (more…)
14th and Irving Street, NW back in 2005
Boom! Thanks to all who passed on from the Bouldering Project:
“We’re excited to share some big news: Bouldering Project has signed a lease to open a second climbing gym in Washington, DC, located at DC USA Mall in Columbia Heights.
This new location, which will provide easy Metro access as well as ample parking, will offer expansive bouldering terrain, energizing fitness and yoga spaces, welcoming youth areas, and plenty of room to gather and hang out. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I’m a volunteer at City Wildlife. There are a large number of pigeons currently trapped about 20 feet off the ground at the metro station (see attached pics). I’ve spoken with one of the station managers, who said dead pigeons are falling every night when he closes the station gate. However, (more…)
We’re taught to show up. To be strong. To handle it. But what happens when “handling it” means you’re falling apart at 2 AM? What happens when the pressure to be okay becomes the thing that’s not okay?
This is what we’re not talking about enough:
It is. And you’re not broken for feeling it.
Mental health isn’t about being “sick” or “crazy.” It’s about being human. It’s about the weight we carry—from grief, stress, loneliness, uncertainty, change. It’s about those days when getting out of bed feels impossible. And it’s about knowing that these feelings don’t have to be forever.
Here’s what we want you to know:
If you’re struggling, reach out:
Your story matters. Your struggles are real. And your recovery is possible.
#BeMindfulDC #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone
Thanks to Elaine for sending:
“I was walking around Navy Yard with my family and saw the new restaurant in the recently closed All Purpose Pizzeria.
The new restaurant is Brasserie Catahoula (Louisiana Cuisine)!”
ICYMI: Catahoula: Cajun, Creole, & Cocktails coming to Navy Yard! (more…)
East Potomac Golf Links via National Links Trust
From National Links Trust:
“We want to thank all of our community for their continued support during this process.”
And an important reminder this (Monday) morning:
“While we continue to monitor developments surrounding third-party litigation, East Potomac Golf Links is open for business. We will provide updates as they become available.
Thank you for your continued support.”
“Dear PoPville,
I just wanted to give a heads up, that there is a fundraising proposal tied to East Potomac Park that outlines major changes to the site, including potential impacts to public access, road use, and existing features like the cherry trees. The scale of what’s being proposed and the impacts this could have on DC residents and everyone else who uses this space regularly is just mind boggling to me. (more…)
Crafted & Poured brings people together through hands-on creative experiences in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Whether you’re coming with friends, planning a date night, or attending solo, you’ll have the opportunity to meet new people, enjoy a drink, and create something you’ll take home at the end of the evening.
Available experiences will include:
227 Harry Thomas Way NE photo courtesy Landscape Architecture Photographs
Exciting update about Tommy’s Tacos:
“a Tex Mex taco counter on the metropolitan branch trail in Alethia Tanner Park. Breakfast tacos all day, fajita tacos, chips and queso are just a few things (more…)
1700 M Street, NW
From a press release:
“Uchi, the sushi-centered restaurant that launched in Austin to national acclaim, will open its much-anticipated DC location on May 12 at 1700 M St. NW, bringing its creative marrying of global ingredients with traditional Japanese flavors and technique to the region’s diners for the first time.
Founded by Chef Tyson Cole, a rare American sushi master and James Beard Award winner for Best Chef Southwest, and operated by Austin’s Hai Hospitality, Uchi features an expansive menu of creative cool and hot dishes, sashimi, makimono, yakimono and tempura; an ever-changing omakase experience; and beloved happy hour, offering something for every palate. Renowned for its approachable, knowledgeable hospitality, Uchi turns every seat in the house into a memorable, one-on-one omakase-style experience.
Uchi DC will be led by (more…)
3704 14th Street, NW
“Mexican Seafood & Pizza Inspired by Mexico’s Coastal Communities.”
Anafre opened here in the before times back in 2019.
ICYMI: We spoke about what’s coming to the old French’s Cleaners next door last week.
Big news from Anafre: (more…)
1443 P Street, NW previously home to Commissary
“PURA VIDA MIAMI
Health Food Restaurant
ALL DAY CAFE ✨
Health is Happiness
Better For You Gelato”
Thanks to Todd and Noa for sharing. Noa writes us on Wednesday: “One of people doing work inside says opening in a month or two” (more…)
Thanks to Violet for sending from Dupont/Kalorama.
Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to [email protected]
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.