Columbia Heights

photo via Tamashaa

From Tamashaa (3115 14th Street, NW) in Columbia Heights:

“Tamashaa is celebrating the Festival of Lights with a Diwali menu that’s part feast, part fireworks. Start with Pani Puri Shots, crispy shells you fill and knock back in one bite, along with Rasgulla Chaat, a sweet and tangy twist on a street favorite. Then move on to (more…)


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1341 Pennsylvania Ave SE #1A
1341 Pennsylvania Ave SE #1A

Happy Halloween weekend, DC! With 300+ open houses across the District this weekend, you can skip the candy run and go trick-or-treating for a new front door instead. Remember to set your clocks back an hour Sunday night, which gives you one more hour to tour. Here are some of our favorites. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

  • 1341 Pennsylvania Ave SE #1A — $599,000 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Brian Thomas
    “Welcome to 1341 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Unit 1A, a stylish new-construction residence offering 1,352 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. This smartly laid-out bi-level home features an inviting main living area and two bedrooms on the lower level, creating a comfortable separation between living and private spaces.”

  • 1603 S St NW — $2,200,000 — Dupont Circle
    Open Sat. 1-3PM — David Bediz
    “DUPONT CIRCLE COMPOUND WITH EXCEPTIONAL FLEXIBILITY! Newly refreshed and remarkably versatile, 1603 S Street NW offers a unique combination of an updated main residence, a LEGAL 1BR/1BA lower-level unit, and a DETACHED CARRIAGE HOUSE with private garage parking—creating endless possibilities for guests, an au pair, MULTIGENERATIONAL LIVING, home offices, private retreats, or income-producing space, all in the heart of Washington, DC.”

  • 2145 Suitland Ter SE #B — $180,000 — Fairfax Village
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Sierra Kim & Joe Himali
    “Set amid the tree-lined streets and manicured green spaces of Fairfax Village, this thoughtfully updated two-bedroom townhouse pairs generous proportions with the ease of condo living. The two-level layout creates a distinct separation between living and private spaces, lending a true sense of home unique among this price point.”

  • 6912 Greenvale St NW — $1,150,000 — Hawthorne
    Open Sat. 2-4 & Sun. 1-4PM — Sherri Earman
    $50k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “Realistic sellers! Welcome home to this stunning and charming Tudor in the heart of the prestigious Hawthorne–Chevy Chase community, set on a quiet, tree-lined street on a private, beautifully manicured lot.”

  • 4623 Hillside Rd SE — $469,999 — Ft. Dupont Park
    Open Sat. 12-2 & Sun. 1-3PM — Sherese Teixeira
    BACK ON THE MARKET: “This fully renovated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers approximately 1,900 square feet of finished living space across three levels, with NO HOA and major updates already completed. Brand-new HVAC system, new water heater, new electrical upgrades, natural sunlight, and features Sea Island Oak-colored LVP flooring throughout, recessed lighting, new stainless-steel appliances, and stylish modern finishes.”

  • 435 R St NW #101 — $599,999 — Shaw
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Fernando Garcia
    $20k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “CENTRIE CHIC WITH AMAZING LIST PRICE! — On this one-way, tree-lined, Shaw sweet spot sits The Centrie. Inside this boutique, 22-unit building, No. 101 is a particular standout – and standup, raised above street level.”

  • 3450 Summit Ct NE #3450 — $329,900 — Fort Lincoln
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Mandy & Tim Hursen Jr.
    $5k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “Calling all Veterans! VA-approved PENTHOUSE. Renovated throughout with VAULTED CEILING, SKYLIGHT, oversized BALCONY, FIREPLACE and ASSIGNED PARKING. Interest rates too high? Ask about an interest rate BUY DOWN! On a VA loan, it could be BELOW 6%!!!”

  • 3823 Rodman St NW #E23 — $499,000 — McLean Gardens
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Lise Courtney Howe
    $20k PRICE IMPROVEMENT: “NEW PRICE!! Seller and agent say: let’s talk!!! Welcome to McLean Gardens and this distinctive two-level corner loft, where soaring ceilings, skylights, and abundant natural light create an airy and inviting place to call home!”


Train

photo by Clif Burns

From a press release:

“The Transport Workers Union is blasting a new Amtrak policy now scheduled for January 2027 that officially permits passengers to bring their guns on board in personal lock boxes as “lunacy.” Amtrak previously said it was considering the policy change but did not announce a timeline.

Under the new policy, (more…)


Event

Join us for this family-friendly holiday event and shop early for your family and friends. The Market will showcase artisans' Tatreez (hand embroidery) products such as home decor, bags, fashion, custom jewelry and toys. Food will be catered by the Festival Center, plus we will have coffee stand and cold drinks selection. The event will also include non-profit organizations operating in the MENA area.


NoMa (Near Northeast)

Earlier we had the Andy’s Pizza update but that’s just the tip of the iceberg for the action currently at Union Station.

Thanks to G. for sending more updates. First we have a look at the Joe & The Juice coming to the old Corner Bakery and a Le Pain Quotidien space: (more…)


Petworth

4300 Arkansas Ave, NW at 14th Street, NW

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Mayor Muriel Bowser joined the DC Department of General Services (DGS), the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), and the Ward 4 community to break ground on the modernization of Upshur Recreation Center and pool house. This groundbreaking marks the latest milestone in the Bowser Administration’s efforts to deliver modern, world-class recreation facilities in all eight wards.

“It takes investment and work to stay the #1 ranked park system in the country for six straight years,” said Mayor Bowser. “Over these past 12 years, we have delivered modern and accessible recreation centers, senior centers, aquatic centers, spray parks, and playgrounds across all eight wards and now we’re on our way to a world-class facility here at Upshur.”

The $19 million project will transform the existing facility, originally built in 1958, expanding the recreation center and pool house from approximately 6,500 square feet to 9,500 square feet. (more…)


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Dan Silverman, Prince of Petworth, Citizen of the District of Columbia.

Today is the official 20th anniversary of PoPville/Prince of Petworth and it has officially been proclaimed PoPville Day by Mayor Bowser. I can hardly believe it, so let us:

Remember, remember, the 5th of November,

Community, curiosity and plot.
I see no reason
Why our community
Should ever be forgot.

Prince of Petworth, Prince of Petworth, ’twas his intent
To inform about the city and its residents
Hawks*, Restaurants and so much more were sent

Lovely District of Columbia to embrace
With a passion that is true, sturdy shoes and a camera
By the people’s providence and their grace

Holler all, holler all, let the bells ring with mirth
Holler all, holler all
No Kings, Yes Prince of Petworth!

In all seriousness this is an incredible honor. I want to thank the Mayor and all in her office for making this happen. November 5th 2026 marks 20 years since I started this little blog that has become so much more. It has become a heartbeat to so many. But at heart it shall always remain this little community blog. On November 5th 2006 I wrote: “A test for the future! Stay tuned.” And what a future it has been. To me it feels like a fever dream. Did all this really happen? Was it all a dream?

Did we shut down 14th and U Street and dance and scream with joy when Obama was first elected? Did it snow like 3 feet in a month and a half? Did the cop really pull a gun on the guy that threw the snowball? Did that guy really throw the sandwich? Is a bike lane going there? Was that an ATV? So many scooters. Did you see that carbque? Oh METRO. Streetcar, I hardly knew ya. Circulator. Diet Coke Taxi colors. How many days since a driver flipped a car? Did the Beastie Boys really play the 9:30 Club? So many shows. So many fires. So many stolen wheels. How many flowers have bloomed? Did we really debate the $15 burger at Marvin? Marvin. Did we dance at Marvin? Palena. Did we debate kids dining in restaurants? Dogs on patios? Woof! (more…)