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Martha Dear “LAUNCHING A CURATED OUTDOOR MARKET” in Mount Pleasant to support keeping their Streatery

By Prince Of Petworth


3110 Mt Pleasant Street, NW

I’m still a little staggered from Dos Gringos closing so wanted to share a bit of positive news from Mount Pleasant via the magnificent Martha Dear:

“THERE HAVE BEEN A LOT OF QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR OUTDOOR SEATING LATELY. WE ARE KEEPING IT. IT IS COSTLY. IT WILL SHRINK IN SIZE. THE PROCESS WAS EVERYTHING BUT EASY.

TO SUPPORT ALL THIS, WE ARE LAUNCHING A CURATED OUTDOOR MARKET EVERY OTHER SATURDAY THROUGH THE END OF SEPTEMBER. MAY 16TH WILL BE OUR FIRST MARKET DAY: 11AM – 2PM. (more…)

Heads Up: That White House Flyover for the King Charles visit is now set for 11:12am PLUS there will be, LOUD, cannons on the Ellipse earlier

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Erin

Update from AlertDC regarding the flyover at the White House (said to be for King Charles’ visit):

“The US Military will conduct an Aircraft Flyover in the NCR over the White House on Tuesday, April 28, at approximately 11:12AM.”

AND

“A ceremonial cannon salute will take place this morning, April, 28, 2026, on the Ellipse Grounds between 10:35AM and 10:45AM. The salute will consist of 21 (LOUD) rounds.”

TELL EVERYONE YOU KNOW because they’re going to want to know what’s up when this goes down…

Five Metro Stations will be Closed this Weekend – “free shuttle buses will replace trains”

By Prince Of Petworth

From WMATA:

“On Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, free shuttle buses will replace trains between Stadium-Armory and Downtown Largo on the Blue and Silver lines.

Rail service will be suspended at Benning Rd., Capitol Heights, Addison Rd., Morgan Blvd., and Downtown Largo. Crews will be working on air blown fiber installation. This installation method facilitates faster completion of the work, minimizing the need for longer station closures.

Service Information (more…)

“a new Tonkatsu lunch venue on Q Street”!!

By Prince Of Petworth


1624 Q Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

There is a new Tonkatsu lunch venue on Q st, inside Hank’s. A Yakitori chef, Blake, started a lunch Tonkatsu pop-up from Tue to Fri at Hank’s Oyster Bar when they are not open. I think we haven’t had the real Tonkatsu in Washington DC until last month; the Tonkatsu at Katsu Kyu is fried in lard, which makes the deep flavor. Their Tonkatsu (I tried Loin) is thick, unlike thin slices you usually find in restaurants. Cooking thick meat perfectly requires knowledge and experience. (more…)

The Shaw Library is Closing for Renovations Next Month – “renovated library is expected to open in early 2027”

By Prince Of Petworth


1630 7th Street, NW photo by Mr.TinMD

I cannot tell you how old this makes me feel, having chronicled the construction/opening of this building back in 2010…

From the DC Public Library:

“The Shaw/Watha T. Daniel Library will be closed for renovation starting Monday, May 18. The last day of service will be Sunday, May 17. (more…)

Mark It! Ben’s Chili Bowl Reopening Original U Street Location next month (May)

By Prince Of Petworth


1213 U Street, NW

The big news from Ben’s:

“Ben’s Reopens on Friday, May 1st…A moment to celebrate! ❤️
There are places you visit, and then there are places that help define a city.

For nearly seven decades, Ben’s Chili Bowl has been part of the heartbeat of Washington, D.C. — a place where stories are shared, history is witnessed, and community is built every single day.

On Friday, May 1st at Noon, (more…)

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