October 30, 2016

Tell the DDOT Director how dangerous you think Grant & Sherman Circles are

October 30, 2016/ Drew

We've written pretty extensively about pedestrian safety issues at Grant and Sherman Circles, the near-misses of parents' with strollers, a woman hit at 5th and Grant Circle, cars driving into the middle of the Circle.

Saturday morning I was crossing Grant Circle when I was almost run over by a man in a black SUV. I was crossing at New Hampshire Ave south into the Circle, was about a quarter of the way into the crosswalk when the SUV sped around the Circle from the inside lane, shifted over to the outside lane and bee-lined straight for the New Hampshire exit... and me.

October 28, 2016

The up and down journey of the Takoma dog park

October 28, 2016/ Guest Contributor

Going through community meetings, strong community support and strong community angst, the Takoma area thought they were about to get a dog park. After working closely with ANCs, DC agencies and DPR, the long-term effort was about to pay off. And then it was unexpectedly denied. Then a week later, maybe some hope for the future.

This is the first article by new contributing writer Anne Thiel.

October 27, 2016

Featured property: 218 Upshur St NW

October 27, 2016/ Drew

This week’s Featured Property, offered by Alexander Dixon and US Realty, is 218 Upshur St NW, a large five bedroom, four-and-a-half bath rowhome in Petworth.

This extra large property features more than 3,000 sq ft of living space plus off-street parking for two cars. The back yard is landscaped with a fire pit, and a 1-bedroom, 1 bath pied-à-terre apartment in the basement offers a separate entrance.

October 26, 2016

The story of Bun Bun getting lost and found

October 26, 2016/ Drew

Tuesday night I had to pick up some medicine for my daughter so went to the local Georgia Avenue Safeway. Walking into the store from the underground parking lot, I see a stuffed rabbit doll sitting on the top of a trash can, looking rather forlorn. It looked sad sitting there, head down. It also looked really loved.

October 25, 2016

Learn about candidates for ANC 4D

October 25, 2016/ Drew

The Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4D serves north Petworth, Brightwood and Brightwood Park. A quietly effective ANC, 4D is made up of some professional people this term who have put in place extremely helpful community events like 4D Day, a health fair, participated in the Kennedy Street Festival and held legal-assistance events for returning citizens and youth. And zero name calling or cursing during public meetings.

October 25, 2016

Learn about the candidates for ANC 4C

October 25, 2016/ Drew

The Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4C has had its fair share of dysfunction over the past years. Part of this is due to poor behavior on the part of some commissioners, some of it is new commissioners learning the ropes as there has been a large turnover on the commission. Come this November, a good portion of the ANC is running for reelection (most unopposed), with some new faces looking to join.

In alphabetical order, here are the candidates in 4C who took the time to respond to my request for information. All content below are their own, unedited words.

October 21, 2016

Livability Study, Congress, grants and more at the October ANC 4C meeting

October 21, 2016/ Drew

The Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4C met on Thursday, October 13th to discuss DDOT’s Livability Study, welcome Congressional Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton and agree to disagree, but nicely from now on.

October 18, 2016

Local Halloween events and block parties

October 18, 2016/ Drew

It's Halloween time -- now updated!

Besides going door to door looking for porch lights turned on to find the people giving out candy, there's a number of block parties and other events happening to keep everyone entertained, spooked and safe.

October 17, 2016

A home for the frugal and fashionable, and the rich at heart

October 17, 2016/ Drew

"Thrifting," the buying and selling of quality used goods, has been a signature part of 43-year-old Fia Thomas’ life. Coming from a family upbringing in which thrifting was second nature, Thomas started a business made for the enjoyment of her life-long hobby.

This is a special article by Howard University student Sytonia Reid.

October 13, 2016

October draft agenda for ANC 4C meeting, Thursday Oct 13th

October 13, 2016/ Drew

The Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4C is meeting on Thursday, October 13th for the October meeting. (The meeting was moved from the normal Wednesday to accommodate the Jewish holidays.) DC Delegate to Congress Eleanor Holmes Norton will be at the meeting.

October 07, 2016

Petworth Jazz Project on Saturday, Oct 8th - go away rain!

October 07, 2016/ Drew

It's time for a redo for the rained out July Petworth Jazz Project, with the final show of the season this Saturday, October 8th at the Petworth Park, 8th & Taylor Streets NW.

October 04, 2016

Get ready, Gilmoreversary is coming to Qualia in Petworth

October 04, 2016/ Zina Abdelaziz

On Wednesday, October 5th, Qualia Coffee will be transporting fans (and those that want a free cup of joe) to Luke’s Diner of Stars Hollows in the setting of the iconic WB show, The Gilmore Girls.

Qualia is one of five coffee shops in the DC area that will be celebrating “Gilmoreversary” (the 16th anniversary of the airing of the pilot episode of Gilmore Girls – for those of us not in the know).

This is the first article by new contributing writer Zina Abdelaziz.

October 03, 2016

A Petworth connection to the National Museum of African American History and Culture

October 03, 2016/ Lois Cooper

The things that make up our history as a nation come right from our own neighborhood. Learn about Petworth's connection to the new National Museum of African American History and Culture.

With the grand opening and dedication of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), we see history being redefined and shaped right before our eyes.

Linda Crichlow-White is a well-known educator and author of “Back Then, There,” as well as being a former Petworth resident. While cleaning out her Aunt Edna’s DC apartment, Linda discovered old beauty products and supplies, posters, handbills and other significant items that she donated to the NMAAHC to add to their collection.