Final Summer Saturday's music on Upshur, Saturday the 18th

Final Summer Saturday's music on Upshur, Saturday the 18th

The FINAL Petworth Summer Saturdays show will take place Saturday, September 18th, from 5:30-7:00pm outside of Willow (843 Upshur Street), featuring local R&B cover band the Love Station.

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Fall Fest returns to the Old Soldiers Home on September 26th

Fall Fest returns to the Old Soldiers Home on September 26th

With the return of the cooler fall weather comes the return of Fall Fest at the Armed Forces Retirement Home (AFRH), also known as the Old Soldiers Home. The event is Sunday, September 26th from 1pm to 5pm (the day after the Celebrate Petworth Festival).

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Park(ing) Day comes to Kennedy Street on Friday the 17th

Park(ing) Day comes to Kennedy Street on Friday the 17th

Park(ing) Day is coming to Kennedy Street from 9-4pm on Friday, September 17th. Originally started in San Francisco, Park(ing) Day is used to reimagine how public spaces like street parking can be activated for people rather than vehicle parking.

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More great family activities at The Parks at Walter Reed (kids music, outdoor movies & more)

More great family activities at The Parks at Walter Reed (kids music, outdoor movies & more)

There’s an awesome lineup of family fun next weekend on Saturday August 21st at The Parks at Walter Reed. Their first outdoor film night kicks off with Get On Up, right after a kids music event and an amazing performance by Butcher Brown. The amphitheatre-shaped Great Lawn is large enough for plenty of socially distanced outdoor fun.

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Amazing events & activities await you at The Parks at Walter Reed on Georgia Avenue

Amazing events & activities await you at The Parks at Walter Reed on Georgia Avenue

There’s been a new community gem slowly crystalizing on Georgia Avenue, and with the changes to public gathering rules, you finally have a chance this year to enjoy all the different events The Parks at Walter Reed have to offer. And there’s a ton going on right in our backyard.

There are more than 90 different events happening this year, starting on August 1st with jazz, farmers’ markets, a new playground and more. Check it out!

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Call for artists! The Petworth Mural redesign kicks off

Call for artists!  The Petworth Mural redesign kicks off

It’s finally time! We’re making a call for artists to submit their designs for a new Petworth mural on Upshur Street. Do you have experience with murals? We want to hear from you!

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Rhizome offers a unique take on a CSA: music, art and more

Rhizome offers a unique take on a CSA: music, art and more

At a time when each day of the past year felt very similar to the day before, the mystery and excitement of receiving these gifts of art is almost revolutionary. Rhizome in DC’s Takoma neighborhood is bringing a new take on a CSA, one of art, music and more.

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The music of Summer Saturday kicks off this weekend on Upshur Street. Here’s the lineup…

The music of Summer Saturday kicks off this weekend on Upshur Street. Here’s the lineup…

Summer Saturdays is a new live music series on the 800 block of Upshur Street in front of Willow Fashion on Saturdays from 5-7pm from July 10 – September 18.

The series kicks off this Saturday, July 10th at 5pm with Sidewalk Soul.

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Register for the Celebrate Petworth Dog Show and try to win a prize!

Register for the Celebrate Petworth Dog Show and try to win a prize!

The Celebrate Petworth Festival is returning this year after a Covid-hiatus, coming to the 800 block of Upshur Street on Saturday, September 25th from 11-5pm. The Dog Show contest is at noon — and you can register now to show off your pup for a chance to win part of the $700 in available prizes!

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July 4th celebration at Old Soldiers Home returns! (updated)

July 4th celebration at Old Soldiers Home returns! (updated)

The Fourth of July Celebration is coming back this year at the Armed Forces Retirement Home (AFRH), also known as the Old Soldiers Home.

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Enjoy free music on Upshur Street with Summer Saturdays

Enjoy free music on Upshur Street with Summer Saturdays

Petworth Summer Saturdays is a new live music series on the 800 block of Upshur Street in front of Willow Fashion on Saturdays from 5-7pm from July 10 – September 18.

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Win free tickets to Bourbon & Bluegrass with Lincoln's Cottage!

Win free tickets to Bourbon & Bluegrass with Lincoln's Cottage!

Bourbon and Bluegrass is an annual preservation fundraiser and celebration of great American music and cocktails to help safeguard Abraham Lincoln’s beloved summer home right here in Petworth. The performance is virtual and will be livestreamed from President Lincoln’s Cottage where it will be performed live for the veterans at the Armed Forces Retirement Home who have been sequestered the past year.

Enter for a chance to win free tickets!

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Good vibes outside: Here’s the details on Petworth Porchfest happening Saturday, 4/24

Good vibes outside: Here’s the details on Petworth Porchfest happening Saturday, 4/24

Spring is here! The cherry blossoms bloomed, the sun is shining, and nearly 100 bands are warming up for the first annual Petworth Porchfest. This Saturday, April 24th, local bands from the area are scheduled to perform on porches around Petworth from 2 - 6 pm.

Here’s how you can take in all the free music…

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Join local elected officials for a free storytime reading at Upshur Park on 4/14

Join local elected officials for a free storytime reading at Upshur Park on 4/14

On April 14th, local elected representatives across the city will be reading children's books to students in public parks, and you’re invited to join. Just RSVP!

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