photo by Andy Ward
From our fine friends at the Red Derby (3718 14th Street, NW at Quincy Street, NW):
“Derby turns 18 on Thu Oct 16th! Swing by for a vintage Derby Birthday Matchbook! xoxo” (more…)
happy anniversary
Community Forklift is turning 20, and this October you’re invited to celebrate two decades of lifting up communities through reuse!
Whether you’re a long-time supporter or a first-time visitor, we’ve got two unique events to mark this major milestone — one warehouse evening and one family-friendly afternoon. Don’t miss the chance to celebrate our reuse mission, connect with fellow Forklift Fans, and have a whole lot of fun while you’re at it!
TICKETED EVENT: Salvage Soirée
Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 6:30 PM
Community Forklift’s Reuse Warehouse (4671 Tanglewood Dr., Edmonston, MD 20781)
Step into a one-of-a-kind evening set against the backdrop of salvaged treasures and creative reuse. The 20th Anniversary Salvage Soirée is a chance to don your thrifted best, dive into the inspiring world of reuse, and support Community Forklift’s mission to divert usable materials from the landfill and get them into the hands of the community. Tickets are on sale now!
Your Ticket Includes:
- Texas-Style BBQ: Enjoy mouthwatering eats from 2Fifty BBQ, winner of RAMMY’s 2025 Casual Restaurant of the Year, and one of the New York Times’s “25 Best Restaurants in Washington, DC”.
- Live Bluegrass Music: Tap your toes to the progressive stringband sounds of Cherry Blossom Special.
- Open Bar: Sip craft brews, wine, and a signature cocktail courtesy of Denizens Brewing Co., the award-winning Riverdale Park brewery.
- Interactive Salvaged Spaces: Explore artfully curated spaces designed by local talents including Unparalleled Eye Designs, Estate Sale Afficionado Maddy Brannon (@maddytheb), The Adored Nest, Maison Wynn, and Snappy’s Small Bar.
Plus: a silent auction, community awards, and more surprises in store! (more…)
Times flies cont. Fun news from Songbyrd:
“we just announced the Songbyrd 10 Year Anniversary Block Party at Union Market on 10/12 during Race The District Weekend!! This is going to be FREE and open to the public on a closed 5th Street NE (more…)
3125 Mt Pleasant Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Thanks for taking note of the Raven’s 90th Anniversary!
But the exact date has been lost to history, so The Raven is celebrating our 90th Anniversary all year long.
In honor of our 90th year, the Raven will be OPEN Friday & Saturday afternoons for the rest of our anniversary year, just like the bar was open in afternoons going back 90 years.
FUN FACT: Also to celebrate Raven history, (more…)
3125 Mt Pleasant Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Walked by the Raven on Saturday and they have a chalk board out front saying they’re celebrating 90 years this weekend!!”
Awesome.
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Today, the Bowser Administration is celebrating the 15th anniversary of Capital Bikeshare (CaBi), a first-of-its-kind bikeshare system in the nation. Since opening on September 20, 2010, CaBi has transformed how residents, workers, and visitors navigate the District, promoting healthier and greener transportation options at affordable prices. The system remains the largest municipality-owned bikeshare in the United States.
“Capital Bikeshare has become an essential part of how people move around the District and the region,” said District Department of Transportation (DDOT) Director Sharon Kershbaum. “Over 15 years, CaBi has grown from a small pilot program to a world-class bikeshare system, connecting residents to jobs, schools, parks, and cultural destinations. We’re proud to continue investing in bikeshare so more people can enjoy safe, affordable, and accessible ways to travel.”
CaBi began as a partnership between the District of Columbia and Arlington County, VA, as a successor to SmartBike DC, launched in 2008. Starting with 49 stations and 400 bikes, the system has grown to more than 800 stations and 8,000 bikes across eight jurisdictions in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. The CaBi program is administered by the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) through a contract with Lyft.
To date, riders have taken more than 50 million trips. (more…)
“Boulder Bridge is an iconic landmark within Rock Creek Park. NPS Photo / Tony DeYoung”
From NPS:
“Rock Creek Park turns 135 this month and the National Park Service is hosting a series of Punk Rocks! special events. Join us on Sept. 20, 21, 27 and 28 for two weekends of music, history and science as we celebrate the past, present and future of one of the nation’s oldest urban parks. (more…)
845 Upshur Street, NW
Happy 5 years to Menya Hosaki!!
“Celebrating 5 years here at Menya Hosaki.
Beyond grateful for these past few years and to receive your love and support. We are truly thankful. (more…)
4819 Bethesda Ave
Bethesda Bagels sharing the great old photo above from yesterday:
“43 years in the bagel game today! From then to now, still going strong. Same love, same bagels, new faces every day. Thanks for being part of the journey!”
Awesome. Now please come back to Dupont Circle!!
660 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
From our friends at Peregrine:
“Wednesday, September 3, is our annual Peregrine Birthday/Customer Appreciation Day! We will be serving complimentary hot and iced coffee all day and also offering $2 off all whole bean coffees at both our Eastern Market and Union Market shops. (more…)