2616 Connecticut Ave, NW

“Dear PoPville,

I recently overheard a conversation inside ACE Hardware in Woodley Park. A staff member was telling a customer that the store would be closing permanently in a month or two, because it had never made a profit in its 10 year history. Say it ain’t so!”

The owners sadly confirm the coming closing: “We will be closing in August and our team members will be transferred to another one of our locations if they would like to continue to work with us.” (more…)



2309 Calvert Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

I stopped by the CVS at the corner of Connecticut and Calvert the other day and saw some workers actively taking down Afghan Grill’s signage. Their “open” neon sign was lit though! Any idea if they are closed for good or, hopefully, just replacing their old signs with new ones?”

I stopped by over the weekend and the space has been completely cleaned out: (more…)



via In A Pickle Fan Club

“Dear PoPville,

In A Pickle is shutting down in Eastern Market. He announced it on the Facebook page on 3/19 and it’s very sad to see it go! For me, like many, it was the main reason for going to eastern market on the weekends. Anyone know where to get these pickles and olives from now that he’s shutting down?

“Dear In a Pickle Fans,

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the closing of In A Pickle Company. We are grateful for the support of our customers over the past 14 years I have enjoyed meeting all you over those years. (more…)



124 Blagden Alley NW Tasting Room, Photo by Jeff Elkins

Thanks to Ammie for sending: “Sadly their last night was February 11th.”

Columbia Room‘s Facebook says: “Thank you to all who supported us along the way. This was my dream. And it became true because of you. It’s an indescribable feeling (and one of great privilege). To live, dreaming.” (more…)


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