Thanks to Rozi for sending this great shot from the C&O Canal.
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.
Thanks to K. for sending “I frequently cut through the Embassy Suites hotel lobby to get to the Friendship Heights metro. I noticed recently that they still have a Christmas wreath hanging up by the lobby elevators!”
***Last Christmas Tree in Town (definitely not the last) is brought to you by the Friends of Mizuta Masahide Society. Should we be blessed with any, please send your AUGUST tree sightings to [email protected] and let me know where you saw it. Thanks!
photo by Adam Fagen
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Fall officially arrives on Monday, and DC is sending summer off with a full slate — 333+ open houses across the District this weekend. The light is getting golden, the humidity has finally packed up, and it’s about as pleasant as house hunting gets around here. Grab a coffee and make a loop. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.
4115 46th St NW — $2,249,000 — American University Park
Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3PM — Debi Fox
“Totally Reimagined and Expanded Home in AU Park. The Essence of Modern Luxury by Award-Winning Dilan Homes. The Newly Designed Home spans 3 Levels with 4218 square feet and backs to Turtle Park with alley access from the fenced-in backyard.”
1840 Primrose Rd NW — $1,595,000 — Colonial Village
Open Fri. 12-4PM & Sun. 11AM-1PM — Katherine Krevor
“Welcome to a rare mid-century retreat on approximately one-third of an acre, surrounded by the natural beauty of Rock Creek Park. This thoughtfully updated 1958 residence retains the defining architectural elements that make mid-century homes so special—vaulted ceilings, walls of glass, clean lines, and a seamless connection between indoors and out. The main level alone spans more than 2,000 square feet, offering an exceptionally generous footprint that is increasingly difficult to find in Northwest DC.”
1231 Wynton Pl NE — $815,000 — Brookland
Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3PM — Thomas Doyle
“At 1231 Wynton Pl you will find a beautifully maintained home on three levels with all the comforts and none of the hassle. Built in 2021, this Brookland townhome is one of the largest models in the neighborhood. Spread across three levels, the layout gives everyone room to breathe.”
4523 Nebraska Ave NW — $1,500,000 — Wakefield
Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3PM — Lina Criales-McAuliffe
“The wait is over! Freshly painted 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath home with attached garage and driveway for additional parking. This is an exceptional opportunity in one of Northwest D.C.’s most coveted neighborhoods, just moments from Tenleytown Metro and Jackson-Reed High School. Move right in and renovate over time, or collaborate with your architect to create a stunning custom residence.”
14 S St NE #302 — $515,000 — Eckington
Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4PM — Lorin Mones
“Welcome to this immaculate top-floor 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo in the heart of Eckington, offering 1,128 square feet of beautifully designed living space. The wide-open floor plan is filled with natural light and features gorgeous built-in cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, generous closet space, and a seamless flow ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.”
2351 Champlain St NW #P4 — $1,284,900 — Adams Morgan
Open Sun. 1-3PM — David Treanor
“MODERN 3-LEVEL PENTHOUSE LOFT WITH MONUMENT VIEWS FROM PRIVATE ROOFTOP TERRACE IN PRIME DC LOCATION! This bright and open penthouse unit features 1,800 sq ft of living space and over 800 sq ft of private outdoor space with two balconies and an amazing rooftop terrace with a hot tub, outdoor shower, inside top-level wet bar/ kitchen area with office nook, and stunning monument views.”
1503 17th Street, NW
Amazing. The best.
“Traditional Japanese Fine Dining and Private Omakase.”
From Sushi Taro:
“🎉 We’re Celebrating 40 Years! 🎉
This July, join us as we celebrate 40 wonderful years of serving our community! (more…)
3070 Mt Pleasant Street, NW
Obviously that’s Mayor Barry on the left but, I’m embarrassed to ask, who is on the right?
Thanks to Nora for sending from the side of Ercelias in Mount Pleasant: (more…)
Music. Art. Food. Community. The Takoma Park Folk Festival brings it all together for one free, unforgettable day. Discover six stages of live music from around the world, shop an acclaimed juried craft show, enjoy international cuisine, connect with local community organizations, and let the kids explore crafts and activities in the Children's Nook. It's one of the region's most beloved traditions, and a celebration of the creativity, diversity, and welcoming spirit that has long defined Takoma Park.
New this year! Jam at the Crossroads is a place for musicians of all levels to come together and be part of the music.
photo by Eric P.
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 was sitting at the bar at Tiger Fork on Saturday night (July 11) when a beautiful woman with model like features, dark hair in an updo, pale skin walked past me. I stopped her to tell her I loved her amazing pale, lavender purple dress with stringwork. (more…)
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced that permits have been issued to two personal delivery device (PDD) companies, Serve Robotics and Coco Robotics. Their sidewalk robots will offer door-to-door food delivery services in the core of the District.
“Personal delivery devices offer an additional option for food delivery in the District and can be an alternative to trips made by larger vehicles,” said DDOT Director Sharon Kershbaum. “We are excited to add this delivery option.” (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
To the families at Andy’s Pizza in Shaw: restaurants can absolutely be family-friendly, but the communal water pitcher isn’t a toy. Watching kids repeatedly fill cups just to dump water on the floor, splash each other, and soak themselves while adults chat and ignore made being there unpleasant for everyone else. What surprised me most was that staff didn’t intervene until I finally said something. A little parental supervision and something from management would’ve been appreciated. Maybe take the kids to a splash pad instead? (more…)
1317 Wisconsin Ave, NW
From an email:
“Spicewalla supplies chefs and home cooks with small-batch, fresh spices from around the world that are roasted, ground, and packed by hand in their Asheville factory. The brand, known for its iconic colorful tins, aims to equip cooks at every level with the highest quality building blocks for flavor. Spicewalla retail stores are immersive sensory experiences, stocking 250+ individual spices, 60+ exclusive blends, gift-ready collections, and other essential pantry brands inside a vibrant, joy-filled space. (more…)
13th and Clifton Street, NW
From a press release:
“An air quality health advisory has been issued for the Washington, D.C. region today due to smoke from wildfires in Canada. Air quality is forecast to reach “Purple” (very unhealthy) levels, posing health risks for everyone.
On “Purple” air quality days, the air is considered very unhealthy for everyone. The risk of health effects increases for all people, while children, older adults, individuals who are pregnant, people who exercise outdoors, and those with heart or lung disease, including asthma, may experience more serious health impacts. Residents are encouraged to stay indoors, keep windows closed, and avoid strenuous outdoor activities whenever possible.
While air pollution is not good for anyone to breathe, some individuals are more at risk from its effects, including children; older adults; those who are pregnant; people living with asthma, (COPD) and other chronic diseases; people of color; people who have lower incomes; people who work outdoors; and people who live or work near sources of pollution.
The American Lung Association in the District offers these five tips to avoid lung irritation and health complications due to high levels of air pollution: (more…)