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.
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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…)
photo by kelly bell photography
From DCPL:
“All DC Public Library locations will be closed on Friday, April 24 for a staff development day. (more…)
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…)
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…)
Thanks to Devon for sending from the 2800 block of Adams Mill Road, NW around 7am this morning: (more…)
Beautiful leaves but vile, VILE fruit.
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will begin the annual spraying of the female ginkgo street trees on Sunday, April 19, 2026. The spraying will occur overnight from 9:00 p.m. through 6:00 a.m., weather permitting.
The annual spraying serves to reduce the formation of mature ginkgo fruit, which emits an offensive smell when it falls on sidewalks and roadways. DDOT will use the same spray it has used for the past 20 years, (more…)
1052 Thomas Jefferson Street, NW
“authentic, hole-in-the-wall coffee and baked goods served by total sweethearts with face tattoos. your worst-kept secret since 2001.”
Ed. Note: Somebody tell TMZ DC the “secret”!!!
Today “From 11am-4pm for the First 250 Guests!”
Yo. 25 is insane!! And great. The good word from Baked & Wired:
“25 and we’re not behaving 😱🥰😏
We have one more surprise! There’s only one way we can celebrate… it involves cupcakes and all of you! Stop by on our anniversary 4/20 and the first 250 customers get a cupcake on us! (more…)
3313 11th Street, NW
For those who have flexible work hours, this is pretty great from El Chucho:
“Our new Progressive Taco HH: From 4 to 4:30pm Chicken Tinga, Al Pastor, Carnitas & Calabacita Tacos are $1. $2 from 4:30 to 5pm; $3 from 5 to 5:30pm; and $3.5 from 5:30 to 6pm. Mon-Fri; 3 per order at a time; no carry out; must order beverage from bar but doesn’t have to be alcoholic.”
Check out all their menus here.
photo by Gary House
“Cherry Blossom
10 MILE & 5K
5K: April 11, 2026
10M: April 12, 2026”
Race Map: (more…)