Grant Circle Safety Resolution: ANC 4C shares their next steps

Grant Circle Safety Resolution: ANC 4C shares their next steps

The Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) 4C, together with Petworth residents, city leaders and our greater community, are working hard to make Petworth safer and more accessible for all modes of transportation. Commissioners Livingston, Kademian and Heller offer an overview of the upcoming resolution in support of DDOT’s proposed Grant Circle safety work.

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On Upshur Street, a former sniper now looks to fight crime with pizza

On Upshur Street, a former sniper now looks to fight crime with pizza

“I knew that if I put a presence here, with commerce, that this block would get safer,” he said. “Commerce brings good things. It brings foot traffic. It brings attention. It can be a deterrent.” 

Virk moved into the Upshur Street property, installed floodlights in the alley and got to work on his newest business venture. He had previously operated a Sbarros Pizza and Subway sandwich shop franchise, as well as multiple pizza parlors in Ohio, and knew a thing or two about what to do (and not to do) when it came to pizza and sandwiches.

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Porchfest is coming in April — volunteer your porch and/or your time!

Porchfest is coming in April — volunteer your porch and/or your time!

The 4th Annual Petworth PorchFest will take place on Saturday, April 27th, with music on porches across the neighborhood from 2-6pm and music on the main stage from 5-8pm. If you want to host a band or volunteer to help, sign up!

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Come out for the 4th Annual Chili Cook Off and support your favorite restaurants!

Come out for the 4th Annual Chili Cook Off and support your favorite restaurants!

Lower Georgia Ave is keeping it hot and spicy with the 4th Annual Chili Cook Off on Sunday, February 18th from 2-5pm at The Midlands in Park View! Local restaurants will be competing for the coveted People's Choice Award and other prizes. Join your friends and neighbors for free family-friendly fun to sample them all and pick your favorite.

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Help choose Lower Georgia Avenue’s new street banners! (Updated!)

Help choose Lower Georgia Avenue’s new street banners! (Updated!)

UPDATED: Lower Georgia Avenue Main Street (LGAMS) will be printing three banner designs to decorate the poles along the corridor. These banners will span the entire corridor, from Upshur Street to Barry Place. But which three designs should make the cut?

You can help choose!

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Join a local art studio for a free showing: Crestworth

Join a local art studio for a free showing: Crestworth

That group of artists are excited to invite the community to a free art show on Saturday, January 27th from 1-5pm. Stop by to check out the different artwork being crafted, and some artists will have items for sale.

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Celebrating 2 years of creating healthy smiles in Petworth

Celebrating 2 years of creating healthy smiles in Petworth

The journey to open Solstice Smiles Dental was a long and bumpy one, particularly due to the effects of the pandemic that set us back in multiple ways. However, with determination and perseverance, the practice was able to build up their clients over the past two years and create a community where people understand the importance of their oral health.

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Traffic safety meeting for New Hampshire & Taylor on Jan 11

Traffic safety meeting for New Hampshire & Taylor on Jan 11

Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner Karen Livingston (ANC 4C06) is hosting a Zoom call with DDOT to discuss community concerns around pedestrian safety at the intersection of New Hampshire Avenue, 7th and Taylor Streets NW. The call is Thursday, January 11th at 7:30pm via Zoom.

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Local pickup frisbee and soccer games help tie neighbors together

Local pickup frisbee and soccer games help tie neighbors together

Not only does frisbee create a sense of community but so does the distinct and strong identity as a Petworth resident. When asked about Petworth as a neighborhood, Zach said, “Here, people really want to know each other and feel part of a community. I’m really glad we have that.”

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You can help support Roosevelt students with experiencing international schools

You can help support Roosevelt students with experiencing international schools

Roosevelt is looking for community help to support their students who are preparing for international travel next semester. Students are planning to travel to Costa Rica, Taiwan, France and Poland for an international experience. You can help by donating today!

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"Unsilent Night" returns to Petworth on Saturday, Dec 16

"Unsilent Night" returns to Petworth on Saturday, Dec 16

A unique worldwide phenomena of a musical non-religious holiday event soundwalk, Unsilent Night, returns to Petworth after a short hiatus on Saturday, December 16th at 6:00pm at Sherman Circle for a 45-minute group performance.

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Learn about mentoring DC students with DCTMI at Zeke's Coffee on Dec 16

Learn about mentoring DC students with DCTMI at Zeke's Coffee on Dec 16

Join DC Tutoring & Mentoring Initiative (DCTMI) on Saturday, December 16th from 11am-12pm at Zeke’s Coffee to learn about volunteer mentor and tutoring opportunities with DC students. DCTMI aims to provide elementary, middle and high school students with tutors and mentors. Learn more and RSVP…

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The Upshur Art & Craft fair is Saturday, Dec 9th! Santa will be there!

The Upshur Art & Craft fair is Saturday, Dec 9th! Santa will be there!

The Upshur Art & Craft Fair is finally back after the pandemic hiatus! This really cool event on the 800 block of Upshur Street NW (11am-4pm) features more than 20 vendors selling hand-made and artisanal works up and down the block.

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Volunteer for the Uptown Pride Planning Committee!

Volunteer for the Uptown Pride Planning Committee!

After a very successful first year, the Uptown Pride event organizers are looking to grow their planning committee and are looking for volunteers to join the committee. Learn more…

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