DC slowly reopens as retail and restaurants get options; Upshur may close at night

DC slowly reopens as retail and restaurants get options; Upshur may close at night

Mayor Bowser is starting the process to reopen DC and getting life back to … normal… whatever that is now. Effective Friday, May 29th, the Stay-at-Home order is being lifted and moving to phase one of a “stay-at-home lite” order, with restrictions on places allowed to open, occupancy rules, social distancing and mask-wearing requirements.

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Here's what some local places are doing for Mother's Day

Here's what some local places are doing for Mother's Day

Don’t forget about Mom this Sunday, May 10th! Here are some Petworth businesses offering specials to make Mom feel less socially distanced. Bear in mind that many businesses are closed Sunday and will be offering specials on Saturday.

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Timber Pizza & Cinder BBQ close due to COVID

Timber Pizza & Cinder BBQ close due to COVID

After successfully reopening during the Stay-at-Home orders and transitioning to delivery and pick-up, both Timber Pizza and Cinder BBQ are closing due to employees testing positive for COVID-19.

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Local restaurants find ways to be creative in making revenue and supporting the community

Local restaurants find ways to be creative in making revenue and supporting the community

With the stay-at-home order, restaurants and businesses have had to either close or find creative ways to keep revenue coming in so they can pay staff, pay rent and other bills. While some restaurants have closed, others are offering different curbside pickup and delivery options, while some businesses have transitioned to online sales and classes.

This is a two part series looking at the ways local businesses and restaurants are working to stay financially afloat while also supporting community needs. Part one looks at restaurants.

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Lulabelle's Sweet Shop to take online orders for ice cream!

Lulabelle's Sweet Shop to take online orders for ice cream!

My daughter’s fervent wishes have been fulfilled — as Spring and warmer weather arrives in Petworth, Lulabelle’s Sweet Shop will be offering online ordering and pick-up for ice cream (and some candy).

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List of local restaurants offering pick-up and delivery options during Covid

List of local restaurants offering pick-up and delivery options during Covid

It’s a hard time to work for or run a business. Any business. With social distancing now the de facto law of the land, local area business are scrambling to figure out ways to make money so they can pay employees. Most are closing, offering gift certificates to help them stay afloat. Here’s a list of some local businesses and restaurants and how you can help.

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Third Annual Chili Cookoff featuring local chefs and tons of flavor!

Third Annual Chili Cookoff featuring local chefs and tons of flavor!

The only thing better than hot chocolate in cold weather… is Chili! It’s time for the Third Annual Lower Georgia Ave Main Street Chili Cook-Off! 

This popular community-based, family-friendly and free event is in its third year of delicious chili and social gathering. The highlight is the chili tasting, featuring 9 local restaurants and chefs along the Georgia Ave corridor. Come hang at the Midlands on February 16th from 2-4pm!

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Petworth Citizen to close in February, Loyalty Bookstore to change, with a new, larger concept coming to Upshur

Petworth Citizen to close in February, Loyalty Bookstore to change, with a new, larger concept coming to Upshur

Petworth Citizen will close its doors for good on February 1st. The space will go through a two-month renovation, with a new, larger concept in the works.

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Anafre & Petworth News are throwing a fiesta: Food, drinks & music for the family!

Anafre & Petworth News are throwing a fiesta: Food, drinks & music for the family!

It’s a new year and a new decade — it’s the roaring ‘20s, right? Let’s celebrate with a neighborhood fiesta!

Chef Alfredo Solis from Anafre and Drew from Petworth News invite you to join them in ringing in the new year!

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BurgerIM brings a million delicious ways to make a burger to Georgia Ave

BurgerIM brings a million delicious ways to make a burger to Georgia Ave

BurgerIM is the new fast food restaurant at 3728 Georgia Avenue NW, next to the Petworth Metro, selling gourmet burgers, fries and milkshakes. It’s a fast-growing food chain, with three locations in the DMV area in just less than four years. Their menu of options for how you can make a burger is pretty extensive.

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Anafre opens on 14th Street, new restaurant from Alfredo Solis

Anafre opens on 14th Street, new restaurant from Alfredo Solis

Chef Alfredo Solis, who owns Mezcalero on 14th Street, is opening his newest restaurant “Anafre” today at 3704 14th Street NW.

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Read a book, eat some ice cream! Lulabelle's Sweet Shop and Loyalty Books reward young readers

Read a book, eat some ice cream! Lulabelle's Sweet Shop and Loyalty Books reward young readers

There can be magic when local businesses decide to work together, and this is especially true for Upshur Street’s Lulabelle’s Sweet Shop and Loyalty Bookstore, who are teaming up to encourage reading by giving a sweet reward!

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The popular Taste of Uptown returns September 25th with a tour of Petworth & Brightwood restaurants

The popular Taste of Uptown returns September 25th with a tour of Petworth & Brightwood restaurants

On Wednesday, September 25 from 5-9pm, Uptown Main Street will host its second annual Taste of Uptown walking food tour. Join your neighbors for a diverse dining experience highlighting all that Uptown has to offer!

Plus, enter to win free All Access Passes from Petworth News!

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The "Bloomsday" marathon reading of Ulysses is back for its 5th year in Petworth, celebrating James Joyce

The "Bloomsday" marathon reading of Ulysses is back for its 5th year in Petworth, celebrating James Joyce

As is his annual tradition for the past 5 years,  Paul Ruppert is hosting his annual Bloomsday marathon reading of Ulysses by James Joyce this Saturday.

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