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 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 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 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 MoreLa Coop's Kennedy Street location Grand Opening November 1st!
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The wait is over: La Coop will hold the grand opening of their 5th and Kennedy Street location on Friday, November 1st.
Read MoreShare your experiences crossing New Hampshire Avenue for a research study
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Two local scholars are studying safety along New Hampshire Avenue and are looking for your input.
No matter our differences as people, we all have one thing in common: at one time or another, we are all pedestrians. My colleague and I are conducting a survey to hear what people have to say about crossing New Hampshire Avenue in Petworth so that we can better understand the lived experiences of diverse pedestrians in our neighborhood.
Read MoreHalloween costume exchange & outdoor movie on October 5th!
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Petworth Peanuts, the local and incredibly active parents group, is hosting a Halloween costume exchange AND a movie night on Saturday, October 5th on the soccer field at EL Hayne (8th & Webster Streets NW).
Read MoreHelp support the Petworth Farmers Market at a fundraiser on Oct 20th
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Our Petworth Community Market is one of the few neighborhood-run farmers markets in DC — and it survives and thrives with YOUR support. On October 20th from 3-5pm, the Market is hosting a special fall fundraiser at Cinder BBQ to help keep this incredible community resource thriving.
Read MoreAnother successful Celebrate Petworth (gallery)
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This was the 10th Celebrate Petworth Festival for our neighborhood (with time off for COVID), and like past years, was a success. It was great to see so many people come out for the day — and I think this was one of the best Dog Shows we’ve had!
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