Holiday lights bingo contest, vote for best decorations and more
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It may be cold but Georgia Ave businesses are keeping it cozy and bright with the Lower Georgia Ave Main Street HOLIDAY LIGHTS! Here's how to join the fun…
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An "Unsilent Night" comes to Sherman Circle on December 14th
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Unsilent Night is a family-friendly, free music parade coming to Sherman Circle on December 14th — and you’re invited to participate.
Read MoreHelp-U-Sell real estate team is now the Fed City Team at Century 21 Redwood Realty [sponsored]
/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}
Read MoreThe final Petworth Playground meeting: hope and heartbreak, swings and stages
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The Department of Parks and Recreation and the Department of General Services held a final community update meeting on renovations to the playground and park near the Petworth Recreation Center. Beyond the updates and a look at the final designs, there were many residents upset with the selection of poured in place surface materials.
Read MoreDraft agenda for ANC 4C December 11th meeting
/Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4C has its December meeting on Wednesday, December 11th at 6:30pm at the Petworth Library. Here’s the draft agenda…
Read MoreParty Time for kids is coming to Petworth with a focus on educational play & learning
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Jasmine Byrd knows how to throw a party — that is, mixing a science-based, educational party with creativity and STEM learning for children. For the past five years, Jasmine has been working with local charter schools on after-school programs for kids in Pre-K 3 to 5th grade, and now is opening a store called Party Time STEAMing Engineers at 205 Upshur Street later in December.
Read MorePetworth Playground meeting with final designs, Tuesday night
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The Petworth Recreation Center playground is set for a $2 million renovation by DC’s Departments of Parks and Recreation and General Services. The next (and final?) meeting prior to construction beginning is set for Tuesday evening, December 3rd, 6:30-8pm at the Raymond Recreation Center (3725 10th Street NW).
Read MoreSmall Biz Saturday on Upshur brings offers and a chance to win
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Shop local!
'Tis the season of giving! The businesses of Upshur Street invite you to join them in giving back to the community this Small Business Saturday (November 30th). Participating businesses are organizing charity drives to benefit local organizations that are close to their hearts.
Read MoreUpshur Art & Craft Fair returns for its 14th year with handmade art, crafts and a gingerbread house contest
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The 14th Annual Upshur Street Craft Fair on the 800 block of Upshur Street draws artists and makers from all over the DMV and features an abundance of festivities, including a Gingerbread House Contest, a Pop-Up Holiday Lounge with delicious wintery treats, amazing activities by the Upshur Street businesses, and more. This year the annual holiday market will feature 50+ local crafters, artists, and food vendors.
Read MoreWhat you're thankful for this Thanksgiving
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“Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
I asked readers to send in some thoughts on what they’re grateful for this Thanksgiving season. Here are some of the comments… the last one is mine.
Read MorePowell Elementary auctions all kinds of cool experiences and items, starting Dec 4th
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Want to have an amazing meal at DeCarlo’s Restaurant with NPR’s Diane Rehm? How about suite-level tickets to see the Wizards, Capitals and other performances? With Powell Elementary’s annual online auction, you can bid on amazing items while supporting a wonderful Title 1 bilingual elementary school in the heart of Petworth.
Read MoreShare what you're thankful for this holiday season
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As we go into the holiday season, share with your neighbors what you’re thankful for, and Petworth News will publish your thoughts in a special Thanksgiving Day article. You can choose to be anonymous or not, share a photo, or not.
Read MoreAnafre opens on 14th Street, new restaurant from Alfredo Solis
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Chef Alfredo Solis, who owns Mezcalero on 14th Street, is opening his newest restaurant “Anafre” today at 3704 14th Street NW.
Read MoreFeatured: An opportunity to do something amazing on Longfellow Street
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This week’s featured property offers an investment opportunity in Petworth at 605 Longfellow Street NW. Similar homes have been converted into multi-unit dwellings with a basement apartment and duplex — or whatever you dream is possible.
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