From the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW):
“Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week Summer 2026, presented by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), returns August 18-24.
One of the most anticipated food events of the summer, this week-long dining experience showcases the dynamic dining scene of the DMV, including 2026 RAMMY Award-winning favorites, Michelin-recognized dining destinations, neighborhood hot spots and more.
Starting July 10, (more…)
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From AlertDC:
“The U.S. Military will conduct an Aircraft Flyover in the NCR over Arlington National Cemetery on Thursday, July 9 at approximately 10AM.”
You can see Arlington National Cemetery’s Daily Funeral Schedule here.
As always, PLEASE: Tell your friends, tell your neighbors. Tell ’em PoPville told you. They’re going to ask…
From the Library of Congress:
“The Library of Congress National Book Festival will return on Saturday, Aug. 22, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. Part of the Library’s celebration of America 250: It’s Your Story, this year’s festival is an invitation to further appreciate the country’s history.
One of the nation’s favorite literary traditions, the 2026 National Book Festival will provide a multifaceted storytelling experience with expanded programming. Throughout the day, attendees will hear conversations with more than 80 authors from a myriad of literary genres. Additionally, there will be programming spotlighting music, film, recorded sound, veterans’ history, American folklife, and more, providing a window into the vast scope of the Library’s collections and year-round programs.
This year’s festival lineup includes the following headliners: (more…)
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will implement temporary nighttime lane closures of the underpass lanes (under Dupont Circle) on Connecticut Avenue NW, between N Street and Q Street, beginning July 9, 2026, for up to four months. The closures are part of the Connecticut Avenue Deckover and Streetscape Project and are necessary for crews to safely install the girders that will serve as the foundation of the deckover portion of the project.
The work will occur over a four-month period: (more…)
From DC Water:
“Starting the week of July 13, 2026, people who live, work or travel near the Canal Road NW entrance to Georgetown University may hear controlled blasting. This work is part of our Potomac River Tunnel Project.
When blasting happens, neighbors may hear a brief noise or feel light shaking. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians on Canal Road NW may also be stopped for a few minutes while we safely complete each blast.
We need to blast underground to dig a deep shaft at the northern end of the 5.5-mile tunnel system. The shaft will help connect the new tunnel to the sewer system we already have.
Two tunnel boring machines (TBM) will dig the tunnel. The TBM Mary will tunnel the 2.4-mile section to the Georgetown University site. Her sister TBM, Emily, will tunnel the 3.1 miles south to Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and connect to the existing Anacostia River Tunnel. When the tunnel is finished in 2030, it will help keep stormwater and wastewater out of the Potomac River during heavy rain.
What to Expect (more…)
From a press release:
“Debuting July 4, Fruitive, the family-owned fast-casual restaurant known for its 100% plant-based and organic menu, is introducing a new made-to-order ice cream experience at its 701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW location in Washington, DC.
Inspired by the simple fruit-blended ice cream stands commonly found along roadsides and at local farms in New Zealand, Fruitive’s new offering combines real fruit with a house-made vegan base crafted from cashew cream and coconut milk. The result is a fresh, dairy-free and gluten-free treat that reflects Fruitive’s commitment to wholesome, ingredient-driven food.
To create its signature creamy texture, Fruitive uses a specialized Little Jem machine imported from New Zealand. The machine blends frozen fruit with the restaurant’s house-made base to order, creating a smooth, fruit-infused soft-serve style dessert made fresh for every guest.
Available in vanilla (made with gluten-free oats, cashews and Madagascar vanilla) and chocolate (made with cashews, coconut and cacao), (more…)
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From The National Museum of Women in the Arts:
“The National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) announces the opening of a new Museum Café. The launch will take place on Wednesday, July 8, a Free Community Day with summer extended hours.
Located on the mezzanine, the Museum Café reflects a new partnership with local coffee experts Slipstream, and will offer iced and hot coffees and teas, in addition to light bites and pastries. Through the Slipstream Roasting Project, the Museum Café is proud to offer a coffee bean from Colombia’s Huila region cultivated solely by female farmers using traditional, sustainable techniques. The line of beans, Las Esmeraldas, was sourced exclusively for the Museum Café at NMWA. Museum members receive a 10% discount at the café.
NMWA’s Free Community Day features an Open Studio from 10 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. with free, (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Is anyone talking about the Park Service putting down loose gravel to fill potholes on the hilly, curvy roads that lead into Rock Creek Park? I’m specifically thinking of Ridge Road and Morrow Drive, but based on the markings they’re putting down, it appears they will be doing this everywhere. As a cyclist I can tell you that these inclined streets have been made *extremely dangerous* by the addition of these large, random patches of loose gravel, but I can’t find any information about it online.”
OP shares a National Park Service (NPS) inquiry into the situation: (more…)
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IMPORTANT Park View PSA:
“Heat da Spot will be closed for Summer Vacation July 6-17 however: ice and slice (3937 Georgia at Shepherd St, NW) will be OPEN. See you Saturday July 18th. Free Coffee Saturday 18th.” (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Just wanted to add a follow up warning to your post about the fireworks at Tanner Park’s movie night last week. Anyone using the MBT should be very aware of their surroundings this weekend and use extra caution passing through.
Today (Wednesday) at about 6:45pm, a kid was holding and shooting a lit firework down the trail at basically chest height. He, and we, were all under the New York Ave bridge – that’s how close range this was, and it’s lucky no one was hit. (more…)