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It isn't just the Petworth food scene that's changed a lot in the past ten years. The Petworth area has become a hub of diverse and effective fitness studios (not simple gyms, alas). From personal training to dance style classes to crossfit, Petworth has a ton of options. Listed below are just a few of my new favorite places that I think everyone from fitness enthusiasts to workout newbies will enjoy.
Read MoreA crossing guard, Jawan Thompson, was the victim of a hit and run collision on Wednesday, December 20th, and was left with a fractured neck and broken pelvis. There is a GoFundMe campaign to assist Ms. Thompson with her medical bills and recuperation if you are able to help.
Read MoreMPD Lt. Anthony Washington, who manages the Police Service Area 407, held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, December 21st to discuss crime and other issues in the Petworth area. (PSA 407 covers most of central Petworth). Ward 4 Councilmember Brandon Todd and his staff were in attendance, along with a large contingent of residents.
Here's an overview of the meeting.
Read MorePetworth has seen a large increase in the number of restaurants of many different cuisine types. From fancy pizza to a Latin wine bar, Japanese-inspired to casual dining. But what's working for you -- or not working -- about our restaurants in Petworth?
Whether you're feeling Zen or perturbed about it, the Department of Parks and Recreation is finishing work on the new "meditation park" being built at the triangular lot between Kansas, Quincy and 13th Streets. What was once an open green space will now be a place to sit and contemplate.
Pics in the full article.
Read MoreWe have all heard about the rat problem here in the city. The Mayor has been on the news talking about way the city is combating the situation. But some of us are having our own personal problem with rats. I am one.
Read MoreThe DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) has $2 million dollars allocated by the DC government to upgrade the Petworth Playground at 8th and Taylor Streets NW. The process of planning the enhancements and changes has begun, starting with a meeting on December 7th with a group of residents. DPR laid out the timeline and set expectations for next steps. Here's an overview.
Read MoreGood news for those planning to ring in 2018 in the neighborhood: a flurry of bar and restaurant openings in 2017 means you have plenty of options to get your party on. Petworth has too much going on to do a comprehensive round-up, so we’ve picked the best of the best. Trends this year: lots of nostalgia, fewer kid-friendly options. Here are our top pics:
Read MoreTwo days, two different shootings at the same place. One person sent to the hospital with a gunshot wound. What's going on?
Read MoreGeorgia Avenue Thrives and the Lower Georgia Avenue Main Street program are throwing a free community holiday party in appreciation of their neighborhood volunteers who do so much for the neighborhoods, and you're invited! But there's a kick to this party -- it's also a chili cook-off featuring some of the Petworth area's favorite restaurants!
Read MoreLulabelle's Sweet Shop (847 Upshur Street NW) officially opens tomorrow, but I got a sneak peek (and a sweet taste of some ice cream) this afternoon. So yum!
Read MoreWe are excited to announce the Grand Opening of Lulabelle’s Sweet Shop Saturday, December 9, 2017. Thanks to Petworth’s patience and its avid support of our pop-up events, we are now ready to open our doors!
Read MoreWhen my husband and I moved to Petworth last November, we were excited to see the neighborhood's growing offering of bars, restaurants and shops. One thing we didn't see so much of? Gyms. Particularly not affordable ones.
An op/ed by contributor Yuliya Panfil.
Read MoreDPR will hold a meeting to discuss changes and enhancements to the park on Thursday, December 7th at 6:30pm until 8pm at the Raymond Rec Center (3725 10th Street NW).
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