Scoop: DC DGS sells Petworth Rec Center for new $$$ condominiums
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Whelp, just heard that the popular Petworth park at 8th and Taylor Streets NW is going to be expensive condominiums.
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Get ready for Petworth Porchfest, the biggest outdoor music event in DC!
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Petworth PorchFest is about a month away — April 26th, starting at 2pm! With 250+ bands and 100+ hosts, this is shaping up to be a truly great fifth anniversary event!
Read MoreTake a Spring Break “staycation” at Lincoln’s Cottage! (Cottage Corner)
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On the week of April 14-18th, President Lincoln’s Cottage will be offering a variety of kid-friendly activities for neighbors looking to “staycation” during the spring school holidays.
Read MoreJoin a neighborhood clean up on March 22nd
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On March 22, 2025, “Petworth Project” is organizing a “Spring Clean” event to welcome the spring season that, for many of us, can invoke feelings of starting fresh—and they’re hoping you’ll get out there and join your neighbors.
Read MoreTimber Pizza takes over the Slash Run location — kitchen & back office use for now
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Thanks to a reader who sent in a photo of a sign on the front door of the old Slash Run at 201 Upshur Street NW, we found out that Timber Pizza has taken over the location.
Read MoreCouncilmember's Corner: Reimagining the Future of Georgia Avenue
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Georgia Ave has had its share of recent challenges. We’ve seen the pandemic take its toll on local businesses, neighbors struggle to afford the cost of rent, and buildings left vacant and blighted. Our public gathering spaces need to be more welcoming and accessible, and too often, lack of public transportation options prevent opportunities that exist here from reaching the people who need them most.
That’s why I’m excited to announce a new initiative to lead on this critical work: Reimagining Georgia Avenue.
Read MoreTake an important survey about the future of the Celebrate Petworth Festival
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We’re seeking community feedback about the future of the Celebrate Petworth Festival, as well as asking for a few community members to join the planning committee. Take the survey about the Festival so we can hear from you!
Read MorePetworth PorchFest returns April 26 — sign up to host or play!
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Petworth PorchFest is coming back for its 5th year on Saturday, April 26th! This amazing outdoor music event features bands on porches across the neighborhood from 2pm-6pm, with more bands on the main stage at Petworth Park from 5pm-8pm.
Sign up now to perform or host a band on your porch!
Read MoreCinder BBQ finds itself tangling with a landlord over money they say they don't owe
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Drama at Cinder BBQ at 800 Upshur St NW. They received notice today that they are being sued by their landlord for back money supposedly owed. According to the owners of Cinder, the lawsuit came as a surprise.
Read MoreCrafting Connections with Your Neighbors and the Future (Cottage Corner)
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Rescheduled to Sunday, February 16th…
Join us for Crafting Connections on Thursday, January 30th as we launch a new interactive visitor experience that encourages connection. Paint, draw, collage and design a card for future visitors to the Cottage to inspire, provide hope or amuse them. Free for Petworth News readers!
Read MoreThe Bike House is your best way to learn bicycle maintenance, right here in Petworth
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The Bike House is an entirely volunteer-run and donation-based organization that partners with community businesses like Petworth Ace Hardware to host clinics and classes to teach local residents how to maintain their personal bikes and get the most out of them.
Read MoreA sneak peek at Fedwell, opening Friday Nov 15th on Upshur
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Opening on November 15th, Fedwell will open for dinner from Wednesday to Sunday at 821 Upshur Street NW. The restaurant’s back room will be available for larger parties and for community events. The bar will be open from 5pm (with the option for a 4pm happy hour if the neighborhood wants it). The menu includes a variety of cocktails, mocktails, beers and wine.
Read MoreJoin an evening of reflection at President Lincoln's Cottage on Wednesday, 11/6
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We invite you to join us on Wednesday, November 6th to an evening of reflection at President Lincoln’s Cottage, a home where Lincoln found comfort and resolve in another time of deep national division. Join your neighbors for food, discussion and reflection.
Read MoreVolunteering 1-2 hours a week could change a kid’s life
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DCTMI is a non-profit organization founded in 2016 to unite people from all walks of life around a common goal: to connect caring adults with local kids so that they have the support they need to thrive, both academically and non-academically. DCTMI encourages a sense of collective agency and hope, working together across class, race, ideology, and neighborhood to make the world a better place… one child at a time.
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