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Published October 6, 2026 at 3:25PM

11 Dupont Circle on New Hampshire Ave, NW

From a press release:

“The DC Holiday Market returns to Dupont Circle this season, bringing a curated mix of small businesses, local makers, artisan goods, festive décor, and seasonal treats to the heart of the neighborhood.

Produced by Diverse Markets Management in partnership with the Dupont Circle Business Improvement District, the market will open on a Thursday this year to kick the season off early. The market’s first day will be November 12 and run through December 23, offering six weekends of holiday shopping, strolling, and neighborhood celebration.

Set along New Hampshire Avenue NW, (more…)

#PSA

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Gorgeous Early Morning Moon

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 6, 2026 at 3:05PM

Thanks to Kristen for sending this incredible photo from the Van Ness metro around 6:15am this morning.

Is that Venus right above it or just a “regular” star?

#moon

Dating

Missed Connection – Kuro Listening Bar

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 6, 2026 at 2:45PM

3632 Georgia Avenue, NW

Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP.

Ed. Note too: This is like the 5th MC we’ve have from KURO!!

“Dear PoPville,

I was with a friend at Kuro Listening Bar on Sunday, October 4. You were solo at the bar with your hair in braids, a denim skirt, and black tights. (more…)

#missed connections

A post from AFSP Out of the Darkness Community Walks

Walk for Hope: D.C. Out of the Darkness Walk Returns October 17

Published October 6, 2026 at 10:45AM

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Washington, D.C. Out of the Darkness Walk returns to the Lincoln Memorial on October 17th, bringing together thousands of community members united by hope and a commitment to a world without suicide.

Whether you’re walking in memory of someone you’ve lost, honoring your own journey, supporting a loved one, or simply showing up for your community, every step funds lifesaving research, education, and advocacy.

Join the AFSP National Capital Area Chapter to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health:

Register | Donate | Sponsor | Volunteer: afsp.org/DC

If you are in crisis, please call, text, or chat with the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988, or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.

https://www.youtube.com/afspnational

TAKE ACTION NOW

Capitol Hill

Grubb’s Pharmacy Also A Good Spot for Vaccines – Plus They’ve Added a Tea Lab!?!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 6, 2026 at 2:00PM

326 E Capitol Street, NE

“Grubb’s Pharmacy
Washington DC’s oldest pharmacy
– Est. 1867 –
💊 Retail, Packaging, & Compounding
💉 Vaccinations
🚗 Delivery”

Yesterday when we spoke about Morgan’s Pharmacy another reader recommended Grubb’s Pharmacy on Capitol Hill.

Related query: “Does anybody know if mRNA flu shots have been rolled out in DC?”

Anyway I was checking out Grubb’s IG and thought this was pretty cool too: (more…)

What the Helen of Troy is This

What the Helen of Troy is This?

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 6, 2026 at 1:15PM

200 block of Massachusetts Ave, NE

Thanks to Musicology Duck for sharing with us: “some kinda new weird …surveillance system? Outside Heritage HQ. Anyone know why these are popping up?” (more…)

Event

2026 Renovators House Tour

October 18, 2026 12:00 pm -5:00 pm

Event location

Capitol Hill

TBD

Washington, District Of Columbia 20003

Add to Calendar

Step Inside. Get Inspired. Support Our Schools.

Join us for the 2026 Renovators House Tour on Sunday, October 18, from 12–5 PM! Tour unique Capitol Hill homes, discover creative renovations and design ideas, and connect with the people and businesses behind them.

Yesterday in Driving Dangerously – Crazy Crash on Georgia

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 6, 2026 at 12:30PM

Georgia Ave and Jefferson Street, NW

Thanks to C. for sending yesterday:

“Car crash at Georgia x Jefferson this afternoon (Monday) which shut down traffic at Georgia ave” (more…)

#Georgia Ave

Downtown

Post Pub 3.0 coming to the old Post Pub space!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 6, 2026 at 11:55AM

1422 L Street, NW

Yo!! You cannot keep the Post Pub down!!

This spot was previously home to the Persian restaurant, Kabuli Pulao, for a hot second before “temporarily” closing. And now a liquor license has been posted for the Post Pub (good thing they didn’t paint over the side signage, see above…).

I just got off the phone with the owner of Kabuli Pulao who tells me he will be reopening the space as the Post Pub as soon as the new liquor license comes through. There will be an American menu with “great sandwiches” (and more), he tells me.

The new placard for the Post Pub says: (more…)

Navy Yard

After 10 Years, OrangeTheory Fitness Permanently Closing at the end of the month in Navy Yard

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 6, 2026 at 11:15AM

82 I Street, SE via Orangetheory Fitness Navy Yard

The farewell note from OrangeTheory Fitness Navy Yard:

“10 years. Countless workouts. Thousands of memories. One incredible community. 🧡

We are coming to you with unfortunate news this afternoon. After a decade of sweat, laughter, celebrations, milestones, and showing up for one another, the time has come for us to close our doors for good. Through the past few years, we have been unable to gain the traction needed to make our studio in NAVY YARD financially viable. As a result, we regret to inform you that OTF NAVY YARD will be closing permanently as of OCTOBER 31ST 2026. (more…)

#end of an era

U Street

354 Restaurant in the old Alero space on U Street will reopen!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 6, 2026 at 10:15AM

1301 U Street, NW

What a rollercoaster!! I ran into a worker there on a recent walkabout and he tells me that they were having HVAC issues and had to do a lot of work on fixing it. (more…)

#asian

NoMa (Near Northeast)

“Shots Fired near the Avalon Building in NoMa” around 6pm Last Night (Monday)

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 6, 2026 at 9:45AM | Updated October 6, 2026 at 10:43AM

55 M Street, NE

A reader reports around 6pm Monday night:

“Three shots were fired near the Avalon building. The National Guard was first on the scene and located an impacted vehicle. At this time, no injuries or arrests have been reported.”

Update from MPD:

“On Monday, October 5, 2026, at 5:25 p.m., Fifth District officers responded to the intersection of 1st Street Northeast and Pierce Street, Northeast, for the report of a shooting. Responding officers located an adult male victim suffering a graze wound from gunfire. Anyone with information is urged to call 202-727-9099 or text 50411.”