From an email:
“DOLCEZZA, D.C.’s award-winning gelateria, is also celebrating 22 years since they opened their first shop in D.C. with the sweetest kind of birthday party: free gelato.
On Tuesday, July 21 from 5–7 pm, all DOLCEZZA locations (with the exception of the Hirshhorn Museum) will be offering guests a free scoop of its limited-edition Chocotorta gelato. (more…)
Great news from DCPL:
“DC Public Library will soon celebrate the reopening of two neighborhood libraries that have been closed for renovation and modernization. The Petworth Library will reopen on Sunday, Aug. 23 and the Southeast Library will reopen on Thursday, Sept. 10.
Arthur Capper TechExpress will close on Friday, July 31 so equipment and technology can be moved into the renovated building ahead of its reopening. This transition ensures that the new Southeast Library will be fully equipped and ready to welcome customers on opening day.”
More info on both: (more…)
13th and Clifton Street, NW
From a press release:
“An air quality health advisory has been issued for the Washington, D.C. region today due to smoke from wildfires in Canada. Air quality is forecast to reach “Purple” (very unhealthy) levels, posing health risks for everyone.
On “Purple” air quality days, the air is considered very unhealthy for everyone. The risk of health effects increases for all people, while children, older adults, individuals who are pregnant, people who exercise outdoors, and those with heart or lung disease, including asthma, may experience more serious health impacts. Residents are encouraged to stay indoors, keep windows closed, and avoid strenuous outdoor activities whenever possible.
While air pollution is not good for anyone to breathe, some individuals are more at risk from its effects, including children; older adults; those who are pregnant; people living with asthma, (COPD) and other chronic diseases; people of color; people who have lower incomes; people who work outdoors; and people who live or work near sources of pollution.
The American Lung Association in the District offers these five tips to avoid lung irritation and health complications due to high levels of air pollution: (more…)
From AlertDC:
“A Code Purple Air Quality Alert has been issued for DC:
WHEN: Friday, July 17
IMPACTS: The current outdoor air quality is unhealthy. Risk of health issues are increased for all people. Older adults, children, and people with heart or lung diseases may experience more serious health problems.
PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: (more…)
14th and F Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Any idea what the security presence outside of the Willard Hotel is for? (more…)
photo by Joseph Gruber
From AlertDC:
“The U.S. Military will conduct a Gun Salute with 36 LOUD rounds from Washington Navy Yard on Tuesday, July 14 at approximately 9:45AM.”
And remember, PLEASE: Tell your friends, tell your neighbors. Tell ’em PoPville told you. They’re going to ask…
photo by Julia
*I’m aware this is a photo of a bull costume but I work with the photos I get!! :)
From an email:
“Chick-fil-A’s Cow Appreciation Day is Back in D.C. – July 14!
Cow Appreciation Day is BACK at Chick-fil-A! After a long-awaited return, one of the brand’s most beloved traditions takes place at restaurants nationwide for one day only, bringing more free food for its Guests.
🐄 Dress Like a Cow, Enjoy a Free Entrée: On Tuesday, July 14, Guests who visit a Chick-fil-A restaurant dressed in cow-themed attire can redeem one free entrée.
When: Tuesday, July 14 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., local time, while supplies last
Where: Chick-fil-A restaurants nationwide
How it works: Guests who visit the restaurant, dressed in their best cow-themed attire will receive one free entrée, subject to availability”
Full release: (more…)
“picture from the hospital on Saturday evening. The meds make me look more comfortable than reality!”
“Dear PoPville,
I had a terrible fall off of an e-bike on Friday (around 7:45-8pm) on H Street (I think btw 3/4th or 4/5th), and so many members of the community stopped to help me. I want to thank them, and let them know I’m (mostly) OK.
My front tire slipped on the trolly track (while trying to go around a double-parked white SUV), (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Regrettably I have an addition to the MBT issues. Biking home from NoMa station to the bike dock on R street by North Cap at 12:10am (Saturday) and two teenagers tried to knock me off my bike for no clear reason other than to hurt me. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I unfortunately have finally received a positive Cyclospora test result after weeks of symptoms and have contacted the DC Health Dept to report it. I noticed that there haven’t been reports in DC proper, so I wanted to report here so the DC community knows and can stay safe! People with Cyclospora are not contagious as it doesn’t transmit between person to person. But, people should be careful when purchasing bagged lettuce and salad kits, berries, and fresh herbs as these are the leading contenders for where the outbreak is possible transmitted. Stay safe, and if your symptoms are persisting longer than a week or so insist on getting tested for cyclospora. (more…)