I recall there are a bunch of Saints fans in PoPville so congrats on your victory!

A few snow reminders for Monday. From WMATA:

“For Monday morning, Feb. 8, commuters should expect limited underground Metrorail service to start at 7 a.m., and very limited Metrobus service from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., as icy conditions on roadways and Metrorail tracks continue to be a barrier to providing safe service.

Limited service will be established tomorrow on the following bus routes in the District of Columbia: the U8 line (Minn. Ave – Capitol Heights), the 64 line (Georgia Ave-Petworth– Fort Totten), the 50 line (14th and Colorado Ave) the 70 line (Silver Spring – Archives), the S4 line (Silver Spring – Federal Triangle) the 30 line (Friendship Heights – Potomac Ave) and the A line (Southern Ave to Anacostia). In Northern Virginia, the 16 line (Pentagon – Baileys Crossroads) the 1C line (Dunn Loring), 2C line (Dunn Loring), 17 line (Braddock Road) and 28 line (Alexandria – Tysons Corner). In Maryland, the Z2 and Z8 line (Silver Spring), the Q line (Silver Spring-Shady Grove), the Y line (Silver Spring –Norbeck Road), the F1 and F2 line (Takoma – Cheverly), the J2 line (Bethesda – Silver Spring), the J7/J9 line (Bethesda – Lake Forest Mall), and the P12 line (Eastover – Addison Road).”

Federal Government Closed.

DC Public Schools Closed.

DC Government Open.

From DDOTC – “FREE parking at DC USA garage extended another 48 hours. Exit by 12pm on Wednesday to avoid paying fees.”

What are you going to do with your snow day?

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And in non snowsanity related news – a burger joint is coming to the Old Garden District space located at 14th and S Streets, NW. This is the space that was gonna have a creperie for a hot second. Thanks to all the readers who sent in the word. One reader writes:

“The old garden district at 14th and S will be re-imagined as a beer garden (I’ve always said DC is sorely missing this!) Apparently it will be started by a twenty-something Bates College grad.”

The liquor application says:

“New restaurant serving hamburgers and french fries with 15 seats. Occupancy load of 170. Request a sidewalk cafe with a seating capacity of 67 and summer garden with a seating capacity of 63″.

Sounds pretty sweet, yeah?

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Photo by Haley

“Dear PoP,

Like a lot of your readers my office opens/closes according to the federal government schedule. What do your readers think the odds are for us to have to go to work on Monday? What about Tuesday? With another possible storm on the way Wednesday I’m wondering if some miracle might get us out of work Monday-Friday!

What day do your readers think we will have to go back to work?”

I’m guessing folks will have to go back to work on Tuesday. What do you guys think?

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“Dear Prince of Petworth,

I wanted to let you know, that the I, “The Sultan of Coho” declare war on you and your kingdom. You will see from our newly complete fortress that you have much to fear. 3551 13th st nw is the center of power in this town.”

I accept your challenge and will defend my honor as soon as I can raise my army who for some reason don’t seem to be returning my calls at the moment… It’s on!

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Thanks to Chuck for sending the above photo from Mass. Ave. I only saw a couple trees down myself. Have you guys seen any trees down? If you do, remember to call 311.

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It’s wild a few readers sent in the exact same photo above. Andrew writes:

“I thought you might be interested in this picture of the shelves in the meat department of the Columbia Heights Giant last night. Things had calmed down by nine, but it looked as if the neighborhood thought aliens were going to invade or something.”

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Thanks to a couple of readers for sending in these shots. And below John writes:

“Here’s some pictures of a Cop car stuck on R st near 1st. Neighbors helped push it out. Crazy.”

It was nice to see so many folks helping each other out.

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Thanks to all the readers who sent in photos of this under-reported battle. I saw lots of news about the Dupont fight (a comparison photo after the jump) but heard very little of the Meridian Hill one. I stopped by Meridian Hill and in addition to this great battle there was also snow football, sledding and a general good time.

More pics including one from Dupont after the jump. Also a video of sledding and the Meridian Hill battle (thanks to Abigail) Did anyone by chance hit both fights? More… »

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Photo from Nicholas Tolson

Once again, Holy Crap! Nicholas writes in a comment:

“There is a hook-and-ladder truck stuck right in front of my house (7th & Gallatin). A freakin’ fire truck – with chains – and multiple firemen and residents trying to get it out. To no avail. Waiting for a wrecker now. Insanity. #snOMFG.”

SNOWSANITY!

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Photo from PoPville flickr user CarrieA

Wow, this is making the Dec. blizzard look like a little sprinkling. Couple of overnight items. First from DC:

“Residents are reminded to phone 311 to report any downed trees. Please provide a specific address including building number and street name, if available, so crews can quickly identify the location. DDOT’s Urban Forestry crews are cutting and moving fallen trees to keep roadways open. Additional clean up and removal of debris will commence after the storm ends.

Some downed power lines have also been reported. Pepco crews are responding. Residents are reminded to not approach or touch downed lines and to report any incidents immediately. Call 911 for any live wires or Pepco’s emergency number at 1-877-PEPCO-62″

Second, in addition to a snowball fight in Meridian Hill at 2pm, I’m also hearing there is one at noon at 14th and U and another one at 2pm at Dupont Circle. And also at 2pm in Lincoln Park for Capitol Hill folks (thanks Rukasu). If anyone goes take some photos for me, please!

Submit your photos via email or to the PoPville flickr pool here.

And finally you can get Snowpocalypse the drink from Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe:

“In case your readers want info on restaurants and other businesses that will be open during the storm, I wanted to tell you that Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe (1517 Connecticut Ave, NW) will be open regular hours (24 hrs. Fri & Sat., & ’til late Sun.-Thurs.). We will be serving a special drink: The Snowpocalypse: Bailey’s Irish Cream, Godiva Chocolate liqueur & Peppermint Schnapps in hot chocolate.”

Photo by HerbofDC

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Photo by PoPville flickr user JustBurk

Thanks to all the readers who sent this from Craigslist:

So, the title of the post alone should indicate that I am a HUGE fan of 2 things — (1) Having a FUN time in whatever I am doing and (2) the SNOW!

Well, this weekend those two things come together and I am consequently trying to organize a giant friendly snowball fight in Meridian Hill Park.

For those who participated in the giant snow ball fight on U Street earlier this Winter, you know well how much fun was had — and I envision the same thing, minus people throwing snowballs at car and the subsequent scare that occurred when the cop pulled out his gun!

No, this will be different, 2 teams — across the field from each other just pelting away with snowballs. The layout of the park will make this perfect. There are wooded areas, hills, and completely enough room for everyone to have a blast.

Feel free to bring your pets as well as I know last time we did this there were a bunch of doggies there as well!

Saturday at 2:00 PM EST!! Don’t miss it!!!

The fun will start at 2:00 PM EST!!!

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Photo from PoPville flickr user hohandy (remembering what the dormouse said)

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This apartment is located at 14th and W Streets, NW:

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The Craigslist ad says:

“* 2 BR 1.5 Bath
* 2 blocks from U Street Metro (yellow/green line), half a block to organic market, CVS, U Street restaurants and bars
* Entire top floor of 4-unit rowhouse.
* $2,300/month
* Furnished
* All granite countertops
* Water/Gas/Sewer included.
* Central AC/heat – all electric, monthly power not included (avg $70/month)
* 1.5 year-old appliances: Washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave
* TV and DVD player included.
* DirecTV w/HD DVR installed and active upon request, monthly rate not included.
* DSL/Wifi installed, monthly rate not included.”

The owner would like to know your thoughts on the price?

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Photo by PoPville flickr user quigley_brown

Fusion located at 4815 Georgia Ave, NW has shared their Valentine’s Day Dinner Menu and special. It is $40 and full menus can be seen after the jump. But I was also curious – what is your favorite restaurant to go to on Valentine’s Day? More… »

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Since I’m guessing there will be a lot of snow photos next week I wanted to post a couple of non snow photos today. Above is from rosiedawn and below is from J Y W. The question is – where is the restaurant featured below?

Submit your photos via email or to the PoPville flickr pool here.

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