We finally know what restaurant is coming to 821 Upshur Street...

We finally know what restaurant is coming to 821 Upshur Street...

After many openings and closings, 821 Upshur has had different lives as a retail space and for the past 20 years as a restaurant. Now it’s going to get a new restaurant and a new cuisine type.

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Enjoy family film night at Lincoln's Cottage on 9/6

Enjoy family film night at Lincoln's Cottage on 9/6

Bring the family to the outdoor movie fun with Lincoln’s Cottage this September, October and November!

Free outdoor screenings on the lawn of Lincoln's summer residence. Among other things, the Lincoln family came to the Cottage to relax and enjoy each other's company, and they’re inviting you to do the same. Bring a picnic (or popcorn) and sit back and enjoy!

Instagram Takeover! Petworth News is taking over the Lincoln’s Cottage Instagram on Friday, September 9th… so follow Lincoln’s Cottage and Petworth News on Instagram!

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Timber gets a new owner, slings the same amazing pizza

Timber gets a new owner, slings the same amazing pizza

A new owner and CEO doesn’t mean Timber Pizza is changing. It may grow into more locations, but their laid back style, focus on community and tight focus on quality food.

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Join Roosevelt High School "Tour de Roosevelt" on September 18th

Join Roosevelt High School "Tour de Roosevelt" on September 18th

The 2nd Annual Tour de Roosevelt will be a community bike ride on Sunday, September 18th starting at 10am. Register today and join the local fun!

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Jazz Project this Saturday 8/27 at Petworth Park

Jazz Project this Saturday 8/27 at Petworth Park

The Petworth Jazz Project returns this Saturday, August 27th, from 5-8pm on the lawn at the Petworth Recreation Center, at 8th and Taylor Street NW. Saturday’s concert is the second of a three-part series. This performance will feature "Lenny Robinson's Exploration" with an opening set by the legendary kids performer Baba Ras D.

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Enjoy a family fun day (and Petworth Jazz Project) at Lincoln's Cottage Homecoming on Sept 17

Enjoy a family fun day (and Petworth Jazz Project) at Lincoln's Cottage Homecoming on Sept 17

It is in the spirit of the Lincoln family’s delight with these scenic grounds that we at President Lincoln’s Cottage welcome the Petworth Community to Homecoming on September 17th. It will be a full day of fun that has something that will appeal to every single person in Petworth.

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Sign up for the Dog Show at the Celebrate Petworth Festival!

Sign up for the Dog Show at the Celebrate Petworth Festival!

The popular Celebrate Petworth Festival is coming up on September 18th on the 800 block of Upshur, and once again, there’s going to be a Dog Show! Register as a contestant or volunteer today!

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DC Water offering Free Lead Service Replacement for households on nine blocks

DC Water offering Free Lead Service Replacement for households on nine blocks

Through September 30, 2022, DC Water is offering free lead service line replacement for eligible households (regardless of income) located on nine blocks within Petworth and Brightwood Park.

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DDOT approves speed humps / tables (NOI updates)

DDOT approves speed humps / tables (NOI updates)

Since June 15, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) has formally or preliminarily approved ten individual speed humps or speed tables on 10 separate blocks located within Brightwood Park and Petworth.

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Share your opinion on what type of restaurant might open on Upshur

Share your opinion on what type of restaurant might open on Upshur

The owners of 821 Upshur St NW reached out to say they’ve been meeting with many different restaurateurs who have expressed interest in leasing the space. Now they really want your opinion! Take a survey of potential restaurants to fill the space at 821 Upshur. The owners will review your submissions.

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Petworth Jazz Project music line up announced

Petworth Jazz Project music line up announced

Here's the lineup for this summer's Petworth Jazz Project, July 30th, August 27th and September 17th.

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Help your neighborhood and apply for Deputy Director of the Petworth Main Street

Help your neighborhood and apply for Deputy Director of the Petworth Main Street

The Petworth Main Street is looking for a new Deputy Director to run the organization and help the community continue to grow and succeed.

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Honeymoon Chicken suffers break-in; more aggravation than loss for the restaurant

Honeymoon Chicken suffers break-in; more aggravation than loss for the restaurant

Sometime around 5am on Thursday, July 7th, a man broke a side window on Honeymoon Chicken (4201 Georgia Avenue NW) and robbed the restaurant.

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July 4th at the Old Soldiers Home is coming!

July 4th at the Old Soldiers Home is coming!

Friends of the Soldiers Home is putting on their 10th Annual July 4th Celebration at the Armed Forces Retirement Home. It’s a great opportunity to celebrate with friends, family and your community! Here’s details:

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