Trying to remember what I was up to on September 15th, 2018 3:36AM…
Thanks to Al for sending:
“somehow the metrobus was a delorean…”
The question is, obviously, can an accordion metrobus get to 1.21 Gigawatts?!?
signs of the times
1427 P Street, NW
Ed. Note: Commissary closed on P Street back in July 2024, “Miami Vibes” still coming and Logan Tavern closed on P Street in October 2025. And of course PLANTA Cocina P Street closed in early September 2025.
Bluemercury opened here in the former Pacers store back in 2015.
Thanks to Chaya and R. for sharing news about Bluemercury closing:
“The Bluemercury on P Street is closing Saturday. The lovely ladies in the store told me that as their packing stuff up” (more…)
1811 14th Street, NW
Looks like Archives DC opened up in the former Commonwealth space at Black Cat back in late December.
Hours currently listed as: (more…)
1215 Connecticut Avenue, NW
“CARRYOUT EATERY & SPEAKEASY by Chef Vic! Extraordinary Flatbread pizzas & Gourmet Afro Carib American cuisine w/ Fancy Cocktails in the Speakeasy!”
The liquor license placard for Lydia on Connecticut says: (more…)
1610 Columbia Road, NW
Just noticed this sign on the side of the Washington Family Church National Cathedral: (more…)
A stroll through Mount Pleasant captures a lot of mixed emotions during this holiday season: (more…)
Thanks to Derek for sending: “DC Circulator being used as a parking lot shuttle at Stowe ski area!”
Back in August a “Circulator Bus spotted in Boston!!” so they really seem to be digging New England these days.
God Speed, God Speed old friend.
An ode from a reader: (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I hung an 8 x 10′ sign in my yard, attachment 1. After a couple of months, received the attachment 2’s letter slipped into our mail slot, no return address. I can’t believe someone in today’s world wouldn’t understand or recognize SimpliSafe doorbell cameras. Can’t wait to see this person again.”
And do read the reply: (more…)
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1511 Wisconsin Ave, NW
“Purée is the DMV’s only truly organic, raw, cold-pressed juice bar. We craft nutrient-dense juices, smoothies and foods using 100% organic ingredients – never pasteurized, never HPP. With two locations (and more on the way), (more…)
Thanks to David for sending:
“Time has come to a standstill at the Naval Observatory — the official timekeepers of the USA. Wonder if this means 2026 is on hold…?
(the clock has been out for at least 3 days, maybe longer)”
Ed. Note: Back in October we shared, “Don’t know if this is a victim of the shutdown or was already turned off.” AND in June we shared, “Sign of the times — Broken Atomic Clock at the Naval Observatory”…
STAY TUNED.