See maps for Navy Yard, Chinatown and U Street below.
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announces the establishment of three Juvenile Curfew Zones.
The Juvenile Curfew Second Temporary Amendment Act of 2025 gives the Chief of the Metropolitan Police Department the authority to order a Juvenile Curfew Zone in an area where large groups of youths are gathering or intend to gather in a manner that poses a risk of substantial harm to public safety. (more…)
Thanks to Aaron for sending this super sweet Porsche: “And check out the interior!” (more…)
Thanks as always to realtor Kevin Wood for compiling this monthly list of home/condo sales for PoPville. Click below on “February 2026 Sales” (more…)
This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.
DC Open House List for This Weekend: June 26, 2026
Summer is in full swing across the District, and with 267 open houses on the calendar this weekend, there’s no better time to grab an iced coffee and tour a few homes before the heat peaks. From a $1.7M Capitol Hill rowhome to a breezy Logan Circle loft, RLAH @properties has DC covered in every neighborhood and price point this Saturday and Sunday. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.
11th and O Street, NW back in 2010 from the PoPville archives
When I try to explain what certain street looks were like, it’s simply not possible to properly convey what once was. But this gives a taste. What a transformation at 11th and O Street, NW. While I was getting photos of the new Haitian spot coming this summer, this corner totally jumped out at me. I happened to pass a photo from our archives recently and it staggered me.
Here’s how the corner looks today: (more…)
photo by M.V. Jantzen
Thanks to M.V. Jantzen for sending this “misspelled NPS sign at the Lincoln Memorial, on the southeast area of the circle. Seriously, how does this happen?
And what’s crazy is I’m pretty sure they’re trying to point to the MLK restroom/shop. The arrow isn’t even pointing in the right direction. (more…)
A blue note is a musical moment that doesn’t quite land where you expect. And that’s the spirit behind this burlesque revue from DMVariety!
Start your weekend early with Blue Note Burlesque, a night of vintage tease and thrilling variety acts that’ll leave you exclaiming “I can’t believe I found this in an alley!”
From a press advisory:
“WHAT: Rally to save Crunch Fitness
WHEN: Tuesday, March 24, noon
WHERE: Crunch Fitness, 5100 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, DC
WHY: After 15 years of serving Washington’s Upper Northwest, Crunch’s parent company, Onelife Fitness, abruptly announced it is closing the gym on April 15, 2026.
Finances play a role but aren’t the deciding factor: the gym is thriving and continues to attract new members. (The gym has about 1200 members total.)
The closure appears to stem from two factors: (more…)
photo by Nina Palazzolo
From an email:
“ala is reopening its doors at their Dupont location today, Friday, March 20, starting with the dining room area. The upgrades include a 220 person capacity and bright, Mediterranean-inspired architecture. The patio and upstairs are soon to follow in time for guests to enjoy the warmer weather. The Levantine restaurant which opened in 2021 chose to invest in a renovation now to create a space to truly bring people together in the DC community. (more…)
Are you excited about Polymarket’s Situation Room? Have I got a video for you!
From an email:
“The excitement is building for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, August 22-23, featuring the first NTT INDYCAR SERIES race around the National Mall and the streets of Washington D.C. We’re thrilled to share the new virtual preview and tour of the 1.7-mile seven-turn street circuit that will host the free, two-day motorsports event celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with world‑class racing set against the backdrop of some of America’s most historic landmarks.
Please see the Freedom 250 Grand Prix virtual preview” below: (more…)
1827 Adams Mill Road, NW previously home to Tail Up Goat
Rye Bunny makes it official: “officially open on Thursday, April 2nd. We open on April 2nd and will be open for dinner only.” (more…)
“On Saturday, March 21, 2026, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon and 5K will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration.”
“Most road closures and detours on Saturday will be in effect between the hours of 7:00am and 1:00pm. Streets will reopen on a rolling basis as soon as the last participant has passed and all course support materials have been removed. Please review the road closure grid and course map for more information. Resident and businesses located near the race course are urged to plan ahead and be aware of road closure schedules and alternate access routes.”
From MPD:
“On Saturday, March 21, 2026, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon and 5K will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration.
When safe to do so, the Metropolitan Police Department will assist motorists in crossing the race route to help relieve traffic congestion due to the extended closures. However, motorists should not rely on crossing the route and should plan on going around the traffic closures.
The following streets will be posted as Emergency No Parking from 12:00 p.m. on Friday, March 20, 2026, to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2026: (more…)