1100 13th Street, NW at L Street courtesy of Maddy’s Taproom
Thanks to Diego for passing on from Maddy’s Taproom:
“Dear Friends-
This hurts…our hearts are broken. Unfortunately, after 9 years of fun and friendships, Maddy’s will be closing it’s doors for good on Saturday July 25th. We tried, but the economic impact was just too much. Please come by and say farewell and help us to deplete some inventory and pay some staff(today through Saturday 12-9pm). (more…)
1st and D Street, SE via Tortilla Coast
On July 10th we heard the sad news that Capitol Hill mainstay Tortilla Coast planned on closing July 19th. Then on Friday: (more…)
Thanks to Emma for sending yesterday:
“I came across a weird little scene near the Washington monument. Two naked people had chained themselves to a tree and had to be cut loose by the fire department. Not sure how the puppies were involved but they were cute.”
The videos: (more…)
This is devastating for the neighborhood, especially following the recent closure of the Uptown movie theater across the street. This Firehook had been open here since 1997. Not much to add beyond beyond Roric’s initial report: “Nooooooooooo”
3411 Connecticut Ave, NW
Firehook’s announcement: (more…)
I always just think of Karaoke but this looks great. Anyone take a taste? (more…)
Thanks to John for passing on: “I know there have been lots of questions about registration and such at the DMV. This DMV update also includes a letter to take with you when traveling outside DC and show you are still compliant. DC DMV Credential Extension Update
07182020_DMV_credential extension update (PDF)”
Also from the DMV:
“Today, the DC Department of Motor Vehicles (DC DMV) announced the Rhode Island Service Center located at 2350 Washington Place, NE will be closed indefinitely beginning Monday, August 10, 2020. The closure is in response to an increased staffing shortage at that location. (more…)
Photos by Allie Erenbaum
Thanks to Allie for the heads up: “Need a new fun and funky mask? Check out Red Valet on 9th and P NW – tons of styles, these were $10/each” (more…)
Photo by Ted Eytan
From WMATA:
“Metro will add more buses, more trains, and more hours of service beginning on Sunday, August 16, 2020, restoring most service to pre-Covid levels while maintaining a strong response posture to Covid-19. Metrorail will add 15 hours more service per week, with opening times returning to normal and the system closing two hours later each night in anticipation of potential increases in ridership after Labor Day.
Metro today also announced a significant investment to support the region’s overnight workers by doubling the discount customers receive when using Lyft during times Metro is not available.
Metrobus will offer more buses, running more frequent service beginning Sunday, August 23 restoring approximately 75 percent of pre-pandemic service. Weekday service will improve on 174 routes with most routes operating close to normal. Buses will operate until midnight, an additional hour.
In an effort to provide additional transportation options for late-night workers, Metro is increasing the subsidy from $3 to $6 for on-demand transportation service after hours. (more…)
Photo by Lorie Shaull
“Dear PoPville,
Any recommendations for restaurants that provide takeout in lower-waste containers? Compostable would be great, but just biodegradable or recyclable (clear plastic/aluminum) would be better than black plastic, which can’t be recycled. Beau Thai in Mt. Pleasant and most pizza places are pretty good. Anywhere else?”
Photo by Miki Jourdan
From the Smithsonian’s National Zoo:
“Beginning Friday, July 24, we are excited to welcome you back to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo! We’ve made several changes to provide a safe and great experience for our visitors, staff and animals.
In addition to limiting the number of visitors, we’ve implemented new safety protocols, procedures and guidelines. These changes include timed entry passes, requiring face covering for all visitors ages 6 and up, enhanced cleaning, and helpful social distancing markers and hand-sanitizing stations throughout the Zoo. For everyone’s safety, some areas of the Zoo are closed. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding.
For more information, visit the Reopening Page on our website, and check out these Frequently Asked Questions.
We look forward to seeing you soon! (more…)