signs of the times

“Busboys & Poets now charges a flat $3 “Green Planet Fee” for all to-go and delivery orders”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Busboys & Poets now charges a flat $3 “Green Planet Fee” for all to-go and delivery orders to cover “tote bags, compostable containers, and biodegradable flatware.” That seems a little steep to me given that my nearest Busboys location usually omits the flatware (despite my specific request for it in my online order) and still packages items in regular ‘ole paper bags (not those reusable tote bags). (more…)

Just In: Pupatella Permanently Closed on 18th Street

By Prince Of Petworth


18th and S Street, NW

Thanks to Hannah for sending: “Pupatella on 18th and S closed.”

‘Thank you for the memories!

This location may be permanently closed, but not our connection to this amazing community.

Please visit us at one of our other locations.’

Prior to Pupatella this space was the longtime home to Rosemarys Thyme.

Updates when we learn who takes over the space.

And in Spectacular Landings – Bald Eagle with Free DC backdrop!! (also an important PSA)

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to s vp for sending this magnificent photo from Columbia Heights Saturday morning:

“I saw the most gorgeous bald eagle early this morning. The reason it caught my attention is because i heard some very loud crows cawing and when I opened my window i I saw that the eagle had gotten one of the (many) dead alley rats.

While it might seem like a small thing, this is a reminder of how toxic rodenticides don’t just kill rodents — they ripple through the entire food chain. (more…)

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