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In typical dysfunctional form, the Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4C voted at their meeting on Wednesday, August 10th to oppose DDOT's Livability Study recommendations (as yet unpublished at that time) about a suggested bike lane along New Hampshire Avenue between Grant Circle and Georgia Avenue.
Read MoreThe DC Department of Transportation (DDOT) released draft recommendations for the Rock Creek East II Livability study, their proposal for traffic changes to the Petworth area and Ward 4. The goal of the study is to identify ways for residents and visitors in the Petworth area to commute safely, whether by car, bike or on foot. The guidelines include recommendations for road improvements, bike lanes, crosswalks and more.
Article by Rachel Maisler, a new Petworth News writer and editor of the Community Calendar.
Read MoreThe Petworth Library has been collecting photographs of the Petworth area for the past two months for a special “Photos of Petworth” program to create a visual time capsule of the Petworth neighborhood in the summer of 2016. The Library will be hosting a special exhibit this Wednesday, August 11th at 7pm.
Read MoreIf you're already involved in the community -- or want to be more involved -- and enjoy writing, I'm looking for contributors to write for Petworth News. I'm happy to chat with anyone who lives in Petworth, Park View, Brightwood, Crestwood, Shepherd Park, etc. I'm particularly looking for people who live in North Petworth and all around Petworth.
Read MoreOk, Bandstand is a silly name and we'll probably change it (Petworthpalooza anyone?), but... how cool would it be to get local Petworth area bands to come together for one night, one show, one heck of a good time?
Read MoreThe use of leaded gasoline ended decades ago. The hazards of lead paint are well documented and fairly well known. But, the hazards of lead in water because of outdated lead water pipes are hardly known, poorly understood and silently poisoning our children. What you need to know, and what you should do next.
This is a guest post by Roger Green.
Read MoreThe Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4C meets on August 10th at 6:30pm at the Petworth Library meeting room. Here's their draft agenda ...
Whether you're part of the Grand Old Party or a life-long Democrat, you can show your support for Hillary Clinton, the Democratic Nominee for President, at a special cocktail / fundraiser at the Reading Room at Petworth Citizen, 7pm-midnight on Thursday, August 4th.
Read MoreContinuing the great tradition of bringing neighbors together, the Sherman Circle Social is this Wednesday at 6pm.
Read MoreI received word that Chez Billy was closing its doors on Sunday night without notice. I reached out to the restaurant, and spoke to an employee who confirmed the story. The employee said they weren't told any details of the closure beyond it was "closed for good." Today we're getting a tad more info.
Read MoreJust learned that Chez Billy (3815 Georgia Avenue NW) is closing permanently tonight, no prior notice, and no reason given out publicly yet. I heard that employees found out only tonight.
Read MoreI met Christopher Alexander, the founder of the NW Saturday Academy, last November at the meeting of Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4D, when he spoke about the program. NW Saturday Academy is a math, computer science and robotics program for DC youth (primarily third, fourth and fifth graders). Their Saturday classes introduce elementary school students to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) topics in a fun and challenging environment that encourages them to use their creativity and explore. Students come from different schools within Ward 4 and throughout the city.
Read MoreRain is a buzzkill for outdoor programs, and tonight it's causing the Petworth Jazz Project to be cancelled. Read the message from Thomas Pipkin, the organizer...
Read MoreANC 4D Commissioners David Sheon and Nancy Roth, along with nearby residents and Pastor Elston from Brightwood Park United Methodist Church, are hosting a block party / potluck on the 800 block of Jefferson Street on Saturday, July 30th from noon to 4pm.
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