When going "snow crazy" means slashing 17 tires
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Late in the evening on Wednesday, January 27th, someone walked down 4th Street NW between Upshur and Taylor and sliced at least one tire on 17 cars. Why?
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A look at a new Roosevelt: a long-overdue renovation
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Theodore Roosevelt High School has been closed since 2013 to undergo a $136.1 million renovation that replaces the crumbling sections of the building, restores historic architecture, and expands the facilities and technology, all revolving around a new central atrium. It’s pretty impressive. Read the article and see a large photo gallery >
Read MoreAuthor reading about civil rights activist and judge Loren Miller
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One of the benefits of having a literary establishment in our neighborhood is the opportunity to meet writers and historians and listen to author readings of their work.
On Wednesday, February 3rd at 7pm, Upshur Street Books (827 Upshur St NW) is hosting Dr. Amina Hassan, who will read from her new book, Loren Miller: Civil Rights Attorney and Journalist.
Read MoreJoin the Celebrate Petworth Festival steering committee next week
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The Celebrate Petworth festival is becoming one of the biggest events in Petworth. Now going into its third year, they're looking to volunteers to join the steering committee and help shape this summer's next festival. (See a photo gallery from last summer's festival.) Here's their call for volunteers for a meeting next week:
Read MoreLots of sirens & EMS at 500 Webster Street NW
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EMS responded to a house off of Grant Circle along the 500 block of Webster Street NW.
Read MoreWhen is your trash going to be picked up?
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Ah, the alleys... full of 20 feet of immovable snow (or at least, that's what it seems like). But what about your full trash and recycle cans? When are they going to be collected? DPW is planning on resuming collection on Thursday, with a shifted schedule until February 1st. Here's their press release...
Read MoreDavid Gottfried: working to make Kennedy Street better
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Introducing David Gottfried -- a Petworth Change-Maker -- someone who works to improve our community without public awareness or appreciation. David has been passionate in his work to tell the story of Kennedy Street, of the ways the DC government has been letting blighted properties sit, a corridor stagnate, and a community not receiving the attention it deserves. And his work is paying off.
Read MoreReader photos from Snowzilla - pups, kids and lots of snow
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Reader-submitted pictures from around Petworth during the "Snowzilla" 2016 blizzard.
Read MoreElections, Collections and more: ANC 4D January meeting notes
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Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4D had its January meeting on Tuesday the 19th. Overall it was a pretty interesting meeting, with Khalil Thompson announcing an office change, DPW acting Director Christopher Shorter discussing snow, trash and ticketing, the FD/EMS Chief making an appearance and a rather quick election of officers.
Read MoreSherman Circle Social - the Snow Edition
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Get Social on Sherman Circle by frolicking in the snow! Organizer Pam Brown sent out the following email today...
Read MoreLet it snow!... and don't forget to shovel or you'll get a fine
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With snow finally coming to DC, be aware of the new law about shoveling your sidewalk and public areas near your home or business. If you don't, you might get a fine. The Department of Public Works is now empowered to fine residents and businesses who don't shovel their sidewalks.
Read MoreElections, exceptions and more: ANC 4C January meeting notes
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The January meeting of Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4C was Wednesday, January 13th. The evening was the last night for Commissioner Kathleen Crowley, who resigned her seat on the commission. The ANC voted on new officers, talked about Cornrows & Co, reviewed an upcoming alcohol licensing meeting, talked about upcoming traffic changes at Powell, an agreement for Ruta del Vino and a special exception vote for a developer.
Read MoreCurbed DC on what makes Petworth unique
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Last week I asked readers to send me their thoughts on what makes Petworth unique for an upcoming article by the Curbed DC website, after Petworth won the Best Neighborhood of DC for 2015. And I got some great responses!
Curbed DC has published their article about Petworth, with the hyperbolic title "Here Is Everything You Should Know About Petworth, According to Resident/Blogger Drew Schneider" -- and it's a nice, quick look at what makes Petworth a great neighborhood.
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