Taqueria del Barrio brings a unique take on a Thanksgiving Turducken (and Drag Brunch on Nov 18!)

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Taqueria del Barrio brings a unique take on a Thanksgiving Turducken (and Drag Brunch on Nov 18!)

Taqueria del Barrio is keeping things exciting in Petworth with the next Drag Brunch set for Saturday, November 18th... and creating a unique Thanksgiving special to order ahead for the holiday. Plus, the restaurant is now open for lunch on Saturdays, (excluding when a special drag brunch is held), opening at 12pm and staying open through dinner service with the full menu available.

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Casey Trees and the National Park Service team up to make Petworth a little greener

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Casey Trees and the National Park Service team up to make Petworth a little greener

Tree planting season is upon us, and on Saturday, November 11th, the folks from Casey Trees will be doing just that. Armed with shovels and elbow grease, volunteers will be planting trees in Sherman and Grant Circles. That parkland inside both traffic circles is owned by the National Park Service. 

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After 51 years, Philip's Shoe Repair set to close, to be honored by CM Todd & Mayor on Saturday

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After 51 years, Philip's Shoe Repair set to close, to be honored by CM Todd & Mayor on Saturday

After almost six decades on Upshur Street, Philip’s Shoe Repair is closing its doors as the owner, Philip Calabro is retiring. The last day for the store is November 18th. The DC Mayor and Ward 4 Councilmember will presenting Philip with a certificate of appreciation on the 11th.

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Come celebrate Ruta del Vino's one year anniversary!

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Come celebrate Ruta del Vino's one year anniversary!

Ruta del Vino, fresh off their spotlight on PBS, is about to turn one. Yay, happy birthday!

Come join Justin and the team this Friday, November 10th as they celebrate their first birthday.

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Mad props to the women and men behind the Pride of Petworth Fire & EMS

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Mad props to the women and men behind the Pride of Petworth Fire & EMS

Petworth's own DC Fire & EMS company Engine 24 and Rescue Squad 2 were recently featured on a student film documenting their work in a short film. US Air Force Airman Delano Scott needed a subject for a class project and picked our local firehouse, which proudly drives engine 24, known as the "Pride of Petworth." See the video...

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Agenda for ANC 4C November meeting on 11/8

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Agenda for ANC 4C November meeting on 11/8

Here is the agenda, as of today, for the November 8th meeting of Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4C. Portions of the agenda may change between now and the meeting.
 

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When selling a house, how you sell matters

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When selling a house, how you sell matters

The best thing a real estate agent can do for a home seller is show them how to best present their house. Marc Dosik of Help-U-Sell Real Estate teaches sellers how to make changes to best showcase the house. The details matter -- and so do the photographs! Here's some hints on how to make your home look the best possible when selling. [sponsored]

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Fish in the Hood launches Go Fund Me effort to help reopen after fire

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Fish in the Hood launches Go Fund Me effort to help reopen after fire

This spring a kitchen fire destroyed Fish in the Hood, a popular and venerable restaurant on the Petworth / Park View border. Now, owner Bill White has started a Go Fund Me page to help the restaurant get back on its feet. The Go Fund Me site has raised over $3,000 of its $10,000 goal.

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It's a "Thriller" Apple Pie Baking contest at the 14th & Kennedy Fall Festival

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It's a "Thriller" Apple Pie Baking contest at the 14th & Kennedy Fall Festival

Games, apple pie and a live Thriller performance! Yaasss!

Calling all aspiring bakers!  This Saturday, October 28th, the 14th & Kennedy Farmers Market is putting on it's first Fall Festival! Events will include a "Thriller" dance class, a moon bounce, pumpkin decorating, kids costume parade, scarecrow making and... an apple pie baking contest to benefit your pride and the market's SNAP program. Here's how to enter the contest and a look at the events.

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Water forum looks to answer residents DC Water questions

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Water forum looks to answer residents DC Water questions

Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4D is hosting a community meeting with representatives from DC Water and other DC agencies to discuss resident concerns with high water bills and flooding issues. Tuesday, October 24, 6:30-8:30pm Washington Latin Public Charter School (5200 2nd St NW) .

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Halloween events happening in the Petworth area

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Halloween events happening in the Petworth area

It's time for another spooky Halloween holiday in Petworth! Below is a list of events happening over the weekend and through Tuesday, October 31st. If you know of an event not listed below, contact Drew.

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DDOT to begin changes to Grant Circle on Tuesday, 10/24 (updated)

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DDOT to begin changes to Grant Circle on Tuesday, 10/24 (updated)

The Department of Transportation (DDOT) will begin to implement the "Buffered Bike Lane and Pedestrian Safety Improvement Plan" changes to Grant Circle on Tuesday, October 24th. DDOT expects the work to take 7-10 days. See the design and the Notice of Intent from August in the full article.

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New DDOT fees could mean an end to the popular Petworth Farmers Market

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New DDOT fees could mean an end to the popular Petworth Farmers Market

New meter fees put in place by DC Department of Transportation (DDOT) this year are threatening the longevity of the Petworth Community Farmers Market, according to members of the Market's board. With an 800% increase in fees, they fear they'll have to close for good in two years. New legislation from Councilmember Brandon Todd is designed to help.

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