1st and Rhode Island Ave, NW previously home to Windows Cafe
Thanks to J. for sending: “Looks like they finally opened.”
You can see their menu below: (more…)
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Thanks to Christian for sharing (7/31): “food truck massively on fire in front of African American museum. Few pops too – seriously looked like it was about to blow. Emergency on scene. I’d stay away if driving block will be shut down for a while.”
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508 Kenyon Street NWThis Park View rowhome comes with a built-in Airbnb unit that could pay the mortgage: 508 Kenyon St NW
- 4BR/3.5BA renovated rowhome
- Lower level is a separate rental unit
- Built-in Airbnb income potential
- Private patio + secure 2-car parking
- Steps from Park View Metro and Petworth
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- The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 5BR/5.5BA Romanesque Revival semi-detached townhome with a private garden in Georgetown—all for $7M.
- “Tucked into one of Northwest DC’s most established neighborhoods, this Spanish/Mediterranean-inspired stucco home stands apart from the typical DC housing stock” with a clay tile roof, 9’+ ceilings, and a wood-burning fireplace.
- “Blending classic DC charm with thoughtful modern updates,” this renovated Petworth rowhome features “quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a striking waterfall island” plus a rare expansive backyard with room to garden, play, or entertain.
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Thanks to A. for sharing from Llaés in Catalonia, Spain.
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“Dear PoPville,
Blonde girl that kept bumping into me during the Green Day concert 7/29. It felt a bit on purpose and flirtatious and I tried to be flirtatious back. Anyway (more…)
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Artemis II and Beyond,” on how the recent space mission fits into long-term plans for the Moon, with Michael J. Neufeld, retired senior curator for the Space History Department of the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum.
NASA’s recent, spectacular Artemis II mission is a sign that the United States is serious about sending humans to the Moon again.
“This is Schrödinger from Dupont in his constant quest for attention.”
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“Dear PoPville,
The new playground at Dorothy Height Elementary at 1300 Allison St NW is open. But they put the address on the front of the new entrance on 13th Street, and it’s a comedy of errors. They spelled Allison wrong, the dot is over the N rather than the I in Washington, the zip code is wrong, and the comma use is rather random. (more…)
This rental is located at 3232 Georgia Avenue NW near Lamont St. The Craigslist ad says: (more…)
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“Dear PoPville,
I’m seeking recommendations from the community for a medspa/facility that does colonics/colon hydrotherapy. This seems to be oddly difficult to find in the area. Thanks!”
“Dear PoPville,
(Wed. July 31st) I was part of a group that witnessed a mentally ill woman scream at, follow, threaten, and then physically attack a random woman and her dog outside Bundy Dog Park in Shaw. I and another witness called 911 while it was happening and (after being on hold for several minutes) were assured police and an ambulance were on their way. No emergency services ever arrived in response to our 911 calls. The perpetrator just walked away. (more…)