DC SCORES Poetry Slam! brings two nights of bravery onto stage

DC SCORES Poetry Slam! brings two nights of bravery onto stage

Bravery. It was the word of the 20th Annual DC SCORES Poetry Slam! held November 15-16th and featured 45 performances by elementary and middle schools across the District.

Check out some great videos -- and don't forget DC SCORES on Giving Tuesday on November 28th!

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Dockless bikeshares popping up in Petworth and around DC (survey)

Dockless bikeshares popping up in Petworth and around DC (survey)

You’ve seen them on the streets: bright red, green, yellow, orange and silver, and maybe parked on a sidewalk. They’re bright, shiny new, and some even have a bit of an oomph. They’re the talk of the town (or at least the bike community in DC). They’re dockless bikeshares. And DDOT is looking to hear your opinion on them. Read more and take a survey about the bikes.

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Tomorrow is the last day of area Farmer's Markets & another chance to get a yard sign & magnet!

Tomorrow is the last day of area Farmer's Markets & another chance to get a yard sign & magnet!

Saturday, November 18th is the last day of the season for the Petworth Community Farmers Market and the 14th & Kennedy Farmers Market. They're closing for the winter. But you've got one more day to get fresh produce, coffee, some awesome bratwurst and more. So come out to your favorite market!

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Councilmember’s Corner: Granting relief to cemeteries inundated by DC Water fees

Councilmember’s Corner: Granting relief to cemeteries inundated by DC Water fees

I understand that the Clean River Project must be completed, and reducing the funds that cemeteries contribute leaves a hole that must be filled. It wouldn’t be fair to push those costs on to other ratepayers. That is why I am calling on the DC Government to make up the difference.

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A Park View holiday flea market & fundraiser goes punk rock

A Park View holiday flea market & fundraiser goes punk rock

On Saturday, November 18th, St. Stephen’s Church on Newton Street will transform into the Punk Rock Flea Market and Fundraiser. with more than 30 vendors selling everything from records to clothes to vegan snacks, all while supporting local non-profit We Are Family. 

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

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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Draft agenda for ANC 4D November meeting

Draft agenda for ANC 4D November meeting

The following agenda is for the next Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4D public meeting on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. ANC 4D hosts meetings at the Washington Latin Public Charter School in the Multipurpose Room, 5200 2nd Street, NW. The meeting will begin promptly at 6:30pm.

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Celebrate with Hellbender Brewery at their 3rd Anniversary party

Celebrate with Hellbender Brewery at their 3rd Anniversary party

Ward 4 is awesome for many things, obviously, but one of those is being home to several great craft breweries. Hellbender Brewery, one of my favorites, is celebrating its third anniversary on Saturday, November 18th -- and you're invited to the party!

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20th Annual DC SCORES Poetry Slam! comes to Roosevelt HS Wednesday, 11/15

20th Annual DC SCORES Poetry Slam! comes to Roosevelt HS Wednesday, 11/15

The 20th Annual DC SCORES Poetry Slam! is this Wednesday, Nov. 15, from 5-8pm inside Roosevelt High School's auditorium. The free event is open to anyone -- whether you can make it for the full three hours or just 30 minutes. 

Petworth is greatly represented at the DC SCORES Poetry Slam!. Among the neighborhood schools performing are Powell, MacFarland, Barnard, Raymond and Bruce-Monroe. 

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Well-Paid Maids offers home cleaning services with living wages

Well-Paid Maids offers home cleaning services with living wages

Well-Paid Maids is the brainchild of Aaron Seyedian, who wanted to start a business that provided a real living wage and benefits to employees. How he ended up owning his own cleaning service says a lot about him and his new company.

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

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

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!

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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