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Live music, dancing, fitness, and a giant book sale: The Parks at Walter Reed

Summer isn’t over yet! The Parks at Walter Reed has a full lineup of family-friendly neighborhood events coming up from August and into November, including free concerts, outdoor fitness classes, dancing, flea markets, community festivals and a massive used book sale.

Lincoln's Cottage hosts free events for America’s 250th

The Cottage is hosting a series of fun, informative and free events for the neighborhood and friends to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday and shine a light on civic mindfulness.

Porchfest is Saturday, May 30th — get ready!

Petworth Porchfest kicks off at 2pm on Saturday, May 30th with 430 bands from 31 different musical genres playing on 164 porches across greater Petworth neighborhoods.

Check out 3 ways to find great Petworth Porchfest music on 5/30

Petworth Porchfest 2026 will feature more than 400 bands performing on over 150 porches. That’s a lot of free music within walking distance! This year, organizers have launched three new tools to explore the neighborhood and find the musicians, genres and porch locations for all the music and bands.

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Take advantage of the DC Security Camera Rebate Program (updated)

Here’s how to take advantage of DC's Private Security Camera System Incentive Program. DC offers up to $500 to residents and up to $750 for businesses and churches to cover the hardware costs. Article includes background, how to sign up and camera suggestions.

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May 20, 2020

Home sales speed up as supply drops during Covid [sponsored]

May 20, 2020/ Drew

Home sellers in the DC area were enjoying a very good market just a few months ago before the coronavirus hit. Could it be possible that the pandemic has actually made it easier to sell a house? It all comes down to Supply and Demand.

May 20, 2020/ Drew/

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April 07, 2020

The real estate response to Covid: Offering an easier process for customers [sponsored]

April 07, 2020/ Guest Contributor

While we all navigate the impacts of the pandemic, we want to do our part to support our customers that may still have the need for our services, whether it be a new job/relocation that you still must carry out, or perhaps you find yourself faced with a new financial reason now to sell. No matter what your situation is, we are here to help guide you in this new market during this time. In case you are hesitating to buy or sell during this time, the market has responded with some big changes to make the process easier.

April 07, 2020/ Guest Contributor/

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April 02, 2020

It’s a stressful time and talking helps — Kennedy Counseling meets you online [sponsored]

April 02, 2020/ Drew

Virtual therapy is not new to Kennedy Counseling Collective clinicians, but it may be for many community members. Like many businesses, Kennedy Counseling Collective has temporarily closed their office and is offering video therapy for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“People need more support right now,” says co-owner Marjorie Strachman Miller. “They are afraid, feeling the effects of isolation, and are concerned for their loved ones and community members.”

That stress is normal, and one of the best ways to deal with it is to talk it out with a therapist.

April 02, 2020/ Drew/

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March 19, 2020

Watching the DC real estate market during the Covid threat [sponsored]

March 19, 2020/ Guest Contributor

The spring real estate market had started early this year, with open houses normal two weekends ago. The only noticeable difference was more use of hand sanitizer and less hand-shaking. Now… there is some hesitation on the part of both buyers and sellers, for different reasons. Some buyers feel uncertain about their employment as the virus threatens to close down workplaces. Sellers wonder if they should list their houses later when people are venturing out, bringing more demand.

March 19, 2020/ Guest Contributor/

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Real Estate

February 10, 2020

DC Stoddert soccer launches "Stay & Play" program [sponsored]

February 10, 2020/ Drew

As part of a new DC Stoddert soccer initiative, in collaboration with Up2Us Sports, the Stay & Play Program was created with the primary goal of developing a sustainable after-school program for schools in under-represented communities in DC. Although soccer is a critical component of the program’s curriculum, DC Stoddert Stay & Play Program aims to impact students beyond the field.

February 10, 2020/ Drew/

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January 30, 2020

Ten ways to boost your home's value [sponsored]

January 30, 2020/ Guest Contributor

The housing market is constantly changing in DC, and there are many things you can do to increase the value of your home. Some are quick and easy, others a bit more extensive. Here are ten ways to boost your home’s value, from Marc Dosik of Century 21/Redwood Realty at 843 Upshur Street NW (used to be Help-U-Sell).

January 30, 2020/ Guest Contributor/

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Renovations

December 06, 2019

Help-U-Sell real estate team is now the Fed City Team at Century 21 Redwood Realty [sponsored]

December 06, 2019/ Guest Contributor

Happy Holidays! We all hope everyone had a terrific Thanksgiving! We have good news to share! Firstly, Help-U-Sell on Upshur Street has become the Fed City Team at Century 21 Redwood Realty. And we are proud to be the sponsor of the Pop-Up Holiday Lounge during the Upshur Street Art & Craft Fair! [sponsored}

December 06, 2019/ Guest Contributor/

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Make therapy sessions a walk in the park with the Kennedy Counseling Collective [sponsored]

October 11, 2019/ Drew

What if you could go for a walk and talk to someone, dig into what’s going on in your life and have someone there to help? That someone is the Kennedy Counseling Collective, and they’re starting a new program to help neighbors get the benefits of therapy while reducing stress.

October 11, 2019/ Drew/

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August 15, 2019

DC Stoddert Soccer is expanding their reach into Petworth this fall [sponsored]

August 15, 2019/ Drew

The largest non-profit youth soccer organization in DC, DC Stoddert, has announced a new “Juniors East” program that includes Petworth. The program will be nearly identical to DC Stoddert’s already successful “Juniors” program with the one major difference: all practices will take place east of Rock Creek Park.

Learn how your kids can participate!

August 15, 2019/ Drew/

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July 16, 2019

Local DC company remodelmate is offering Petworth residents $500 towards any renovation [sponsored]

July 16, 2019/ Drew

Remodeling a home can suck. It can be stressful, unpredictable and is always costly. Enter local renovation heroes remodelmate, a local DC startup that used technology to take some of the stress and cost away from home renovations, and makes the process more transparent.

Plus, they’re offering Petworth News readers a special discount!

July 16, 2019/ Drew/

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Ugly Bathroom from the 70s? No need to spend $20K on a new one… re-color it! [sponsored]

July 01, 2019/ Drew

An old bathtub can be expensive to replace — and take a lot of time and effort. Instead of replacing it, Petworth News sponsor and local real estate agent Marc Dosik recommends recoloring the tub! [sponsored]

July 01, 2019/ Drew/

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Help-U-Sell, Renovations

April 03, 2019

Here's some snazzy home trends for 2019 [sponsored]

April 03, 2019/ Drew

10 Snazzy Home Trends for 2019
Help-U-Sell Real Estate works to help you find the right house, but once you purchase it, your home becomes your castle. Here are some ways to make it more beautiful and cozy, with some of the most current fashions and trends.

If you’re a dog owner, we’ve saved the best for last (number 10). Your canine friends will love you for it! The other suggestions are for you.

April 03, 2019/ Drew/

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Help-U-Sell, fashion, promo

March 04, 2019

According to Help-U-Sell, mortgage rates hit 12-month low [sponsored]

March 04, 2019/ Drew

According to Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey, interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage are currently at their lowest for 2019. Rates like these haven’t been seen since February 2018!

March 04, 2019/ Drew/

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Help-U-Sell, Sponsored

March 30, 2018

Should you make an improvement to your house?

March 30, 2018/ Drew

If you’re planning on staying in your home for a long time, then the value of a remodeling effort is different – you get to live there and enjoy it! If you plan on selling your home in the near term, then you definitely need to weigh the return on investment (ROI). Marc Dosik from Help-U-Sell Realty gives you a look into the costs versus return on some of the most common remodeling projects. [Sponsored]

March 30, 2018/ Drew/

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Help-U-Sell, Renovations, Ideas

The Parks at Walter Reed brings a full season of fitness, music, markets and community events

The Parks at Walter Reed has announced a packed calendar of events stretching from spring through late fall ensuring the Great Lawn and plaza remain the beating heart of Uptown. The calendar mixes free fitness classes, live music, cultural programming and fan-favorite markets. All events are free (or low-cost for fitness), all-ages and welcoming to all.