New playable art on Kennedy intrigues the neighborhood
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If you have been by 5th and Kennedy within the last few weeks, you might have noticed this enormous new structure at the southeast corner…
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Fungus among us: ANXO creates a club for mushroom aficionados
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I used to dream about secret places in DC… dirt roads in the clouds over Georgetown that ended somewhere Mount Olympus-like, unmarked art galleries down dark alleys, houses utterly hidden from view. Turns out I was on to something — except I should have been looking down, not up, for the forests here are teeming with edible mushrooms.
Read MoreDPR reopens indoor exercise and pool facilities, with limitations
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On Thursday, October 1st, the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and Mayor Bowser announced that they will reopen indoor pools on a modified schedule, and opened registration for limited in-person fall programs at specific DPR locations. DPR centers have been shut down since March in response to COVID-19.
Read MoreDDOT survey on the future of DC transporation
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The DC Department of Transportation is looking for resident feedback on the future of transportation in the District.
The Mayor’s Office announced the launch of moveDC 2021, a long-range plan to set the 25-year vision for the District’s multimodal transportation system. Residents from across all eight wards who drive, walk, bike, or take public transit are being asked to provide input that will help shape the plan.
Read MoreOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness month... prevention is the best way to beat it
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and as a recent breast cancer survivor and Petworth neighbor, I thought now would be a good time to tell my story and raise awareness of this all too common disease.
Read MoreDCPS and DC Health say “Layers of Protection” to keep elementary students safe for in-person learning
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On Wednesday night, October 14th, DCPS and DC Health held a second in a series of webinars and conference calls to prepare parents for the gradual re-opening of DCPS Elementary schools on November 9th. Dr. Ferebee, Chancellor of DCPS, kicked off the evening outlining the plan for re-opening. He emphasized again that virtual learning is not working for all students, especially children facing homelessness, English language learners and those children deemed at high-risk. At this point in the year, going to a hybrid model for the second term would be more disruptive than a five a day week approach. This gives those students with the greatest likelihood of opportunity gaps more time for learning.
Read MorePetworth neighbor launches business to create masks and promote women
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Erika Goodwin, a Petworth resident and a native Washingtonian, founded Creations by EME after sewing cloth masks for friends and family at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. She initially made masks to help cover her family and to keep them safe from the epidemic. She then started to make masks for her friends and extended family, to make sure that they were safe. Friends started to make large requests that never abated, and she realized that her hobby could become monetized and help fund her retirement.
Read MoreBlack-owned restaurants share impacts of Covid and racial justice advocacy on business
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Every restaurant I talked to had a different story. Fish in the Hood was concerned by neighborhood changes long before Covid arrived. Backyard Smoke Spot evaded closures because of its in-house convenience store. Mr. Braxton took a hit in sales due to Covid but has since largely recovered. Tsehay is still struggling and never saw tangible support from the promotion of Black-owned restaurants.
Read MoreAFRH reaches agreement on developing 80 acres for new retail, residential and more
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This past July, the Armed Forces Retirement Home (AFRH) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the DC government which set out the process to redevelop about 80 acres of its 272 acre campus. While a date for groundbreaking has not been set, the original redevelopment plan was approved in 2008, and then amended in 2018. AFRH will resubmit the master plans for review again later this fall.
Read MoreFields 4 Valor farm helps veterans, and the Petworth resident who started it
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Petworth resident Peter Scott has spent his entire adult life serving others. First the United States through his military career, and now to veterans in-need by providing food. Their Maryland farm provides 2 tons of food, and they can always use more volunteers to help.
Read MoreFeatured Property: 755 Kenyon St NW
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Exposed brick brings through the full character of this cozy 2 bedroom, 2 bath rowhome, while the beautiful rustic wood flooring seamlessly connects all rooms on the main level.
Read MoreDC Public Schools are set to slowly reopen: here’s what you need to know
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Mayor Muriel Bowser unveiled an ambitious reopening plan for DC Public Elementary Schools on Monday, October 5th. Chancellor Lewis Ferebee followed up with a live town hall to walk through the details on Tuesday night. Here’s what we know, so far…
Read MoreFeatured Property: 5705 5th St NW
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Here’s a hard-to-find south-facing end-unit on a huge lot, located at 5705 5th Street NW! This 2,167 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom Brightwood home offers an open concept main floor flooded in natural light and featuring a chef's kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, stone counters, and a sunny deck directly off the dining room and a powder room!
Read MoreThe 2020 ANC 4C candidates, in their own words
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ANC 4C has 10 single member districts, of which 2 have no opposition. The rest have two people running, so there’s 18 candidates offering their information. Remember, you only vote for one commissioner for your Single Member District.
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