A new home-based bakery is making people happy

A new home-based bakery is making people happy

Hannah Wolfman-Arent knows a thing or two about baking. Born in DC, raised in Takoma Park and now living in Petworth, Hannah has wanted to be a baker since she was little. Her ultimate goal was in front of her, as she first worked for a community service organization after college before being encouraged by friends and colleagues to go after her dream. During Covid times she decided to take a chance and open Velvel Bakery. You’ll be happy she did.

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Sherman Circle Spooktacular is a Halloween event for the family this weekend!

Sherman Circle Spooktacular is a Halloween event for the family this weekend!

Come out and join your neighbors for the Sherman Circle Spooktacular (3-6 pm, Oct 30, Sherman Circle NW and surrounds), a FREE family Halloween event planned by Petworth Peanuts.

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Come out for spooky local theatre & storytelling at a Petworth neighbor’s house

Come out for spooky local theatre & storytelling at a Petworth neighbor’s house

Spirits: Double Vision, performed at a neighbor’s house in Petworth, brings together a group of 10-15 actors from around DC to perform ghost stories of their choice, in their own unique style, along with performances by Sam’s Heartbreak Trio, leading the audience through an evening of ghostly fables and mysterious yarns.

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Dia de los Muertos at the Petworth Market Sat Oct 29th, community procession on Nov 2

Dia de los Muertos at the Petworth Market Sat Oct 29th, community procession on Nov 2

The Petworth Arts Collaborative is hosting El Dia de los Muertos on Saturday, October 29th at the Petworth Farmers’ Market (9th & Upshur).

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What's going on with the election in 4C05?

What's going on with the election in 4C05?

The election for Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner for Single Member District 4C05 is the only competitive race in 4C, pitting current Commissioner Paul Johnson against newcomer Brittany Kademian. Johnson serves as the commissioner for ANC 4C07, but his SMD will change to 4C05 with the changes to the boundaries next year.

Without question, this is a race filled with controversy and disagreement.

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A Petworth neighbor shows how installing a “green roof” yields multiple benefits

A Petworth neighbor shows how installing a “green roof” yields multiple benefits

One of our Petworth neighbors, Annette Olson, has taken an age-old idea for using the otherwise unused space on her roof and updated it with modern science to save energy, water and money over time — as well as helping to fight climate change and flooding. This was Annette’s goal 10 years ago when she installed a green roof on her rowhouse and it’s been paying off in many ways for her.

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MacFarland's new Principal is a Petworth resident and a DCPS parent

MacFarland's new Principal is a Petworth resident and a DCPS parent

This year MacFarland Middle School welcomed a new principal, Lucas Cooke. Cooke spent the last five years as principal of Hardy Middle School and is excited to now lead Petworth’s neighborhood middle school. Cooke is a Petworth resident and a parent of children in a MacFarland feeder school. Petworth News had the opportunity to walk around the school and talk to the new principal candidly about his goals and challenges he faces as he steps into his new role.

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Join your neighbors for a 311 "Sidewalk Palooza" and fix up the sidewalks

Join your neighbors for a 311 "Sidewalk Palooza" and fix up the sidewalks

ANC Commissioners Jonah Goodman and Alan Wehler, along with Brittany Kademian (VP of Petworth Peanuts and ANC 4C05 candidate) are organizing an afternoon to fix the neighborhood sidewalks. They’re inviting everyone to come out to Grand Circle on Monday, October 17th from 5-6pm to join the fun.

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ETA Cafe is now Petworth's newest coffee shop

ETA Cafe is now Petworth's newest coffee shop

Last week a new coffee shop called ETA Cafe quietly opened its doors at 4239 9th Street NW, next to El Toragoz restaurant.

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New Petworth Social Bar & Grill hopes to open before the holidays

New Petworth Social Bar & Grill hopes to open before the holidays

There’s been a lot of attention on what kind of restaurant is coming to 821 Upshur Street NW, and now we know: Petworth Social Bar & Grill. Owner Ranu Rawat and Chef James Oakely say they’re excited to open the Southern style American cuisine restaurant in Petworth, looking forward to connecting with the community.

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Get excited! Celebrate Petworth is this Sunday, 9/18!

Get excited! Celebrate Petworth is this Sunday, 9/18!

The Celebrate Petworth Festival is back for another amazing event on the 800 block of Upshur Street NW starting at 11am. Every year this event gets better and better, and this year will be no exception! Join your neighbors, local vendors and restaurants, and Drew as your emcee for the day (yay!).

Here’s what to expect for the day:

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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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