Sign up for the Dog Show at Celebrate Petworth!
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Enter your cute pup into the Celebrate Petworth Festival Annual Dog Show at noon on Saturday, September 14th.
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DDOT looking to put a traffic light at 8th, Quincy, New Hampshire Ave intersection
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DDOT has released a Notice of Intent to add a traffic signal at the intersection of Quincy, 8th and New Hampshire Avenue. Additionally, they are planning on changing the 3700 block of 8th Street to southbound only off of the intersection.
Read MoreMerry Pin brings Cafe, Crafts and Community to Georgia Avenue — and a summer camp!
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On the corner of Georgia Avenue and Geranium Street NW there’s a two-story building that has sat vacant since 2018. That’s changed recently… the building has been brought to life with the opening of Merry Pin on June 15, offering crafts, lessons, coffee and more.
Read MoreA therapist’s guide to your mental wellness in an election season
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With consequential presidential debates, an assassination attempt and last-minute candidate turnover, the political climate in the US can seem surreal and overwhelming. The intensity of the intersection of political control and human rights in the US and abroad is palpable. Here in DC, it can all feel like a pressure cooker requiring immediate action. Here are some ways in which you can care for your own mental health in the face of political uncertainty…
Read MoreStudents Opposing Slavery summit at Lincoln’s Cottage creates ideas for freedom
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Fifteen students from the US and abroad gathered at President Lincoln’s Cottage last month for the annual Students Opposing Slavery International Summit to develop ideas on combating human trafficking, and now they’re putting those ideas into practice.
Read MoreMidtown Youth Academy on Georgia Avenue offers “Safe Haven” to youth
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Founded 45 years ago, the Midtown Youth Academy aims to prepare underserved youth for success in educational and future endeavors by helping them to develop skills, self-discipline and cohesive relationships through sports.
Read MoreDDOT just had a private meeting to discuss Grant Circle and you (probably) weren't invited
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A number of readers have reported that DDOT held a private, unpublicized meeting with a group of residents about the proposed safety changes coming to Grant Circle on Monday, July 8th at Center City School on Webster Street NW.
You weren’t invited and didn’t even know about it.
Read MoreUnderstanding the value of transforming your basement into an ADU that generates money [sponsored]
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In the dynamic real estate landscape of DC, where homeowners are constantly seeking ways to maximize their property’s value, accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, are on the rise. One increasingly popular method involves underpinning the basement or crawl space to create a separate basement apartment. This offers the benefit of adding living space and significant value to your home, as well as adding functionality for an au pair or an in-law suite. Transforming your unused space can also create a revenue stream if you choose to rent out the new apartment and can provide a higher resale value in the future.
Read MoreEthiopian pizza parlor Ice ‘n Slice finds its footing in a post-pandemic Petworth
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Ice 'n Slice opened in August 2022, during a tough period for restaurateurs in DC. The restaurants’s unique Ethiopian-Italian fusion has quickly made it a neighborhood favorite in Petworth. Go on a weekend and you may find a crowd of customers eating shoulder to shoulder.
Read MoreThere's a new Facebook Group for Brightwood and Upper GA Ave
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There’s a new Facebook group on the block! If you live north of Military Ave/Missouri Road (e.g., Brightwood, Colonial Village, Shepherd Park, Takoma, Manor Park) and want a smaller online space to connect with neighbors and share local news, then learn more!
Read MoreThe benefits of a rock garden (it’s easier to do than you may think)
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We’ve all seen rock gardens here and there but for whatever reason, it’s not normally what comes to mind as something to put in our own yards. With their beautiful blend of rugged stones and delicate plants, a rock garden is a gardener’s delight and within your reach. A rock garden’s appeal also goes beyond aesthetics. Here’s why you should consider adding a rock garden to your outdoor space.
Read MoreJoin the July 4th Celebration at the Old Soldiers' Home
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FOSH is looking for volunteers to help them make sure the event is amazing for neighbors and residents of the Home.
Read MorePetworth blooms, Roosevelt Edition
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For this article I’m checking out what’s blooming on the hillside in front of Roosevelt High School along 13th Street NW. But first a bit of history of this space. Originally this area was a grassy hill, and now is blooming.
Read MoreDDOT gives a look at Grant Circle changes, feedback open for three weeks
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On Monday, June 17th, the representatives from the DC Department of Transportation (DDOT) presented their proposed changes to Grant Circle based on community feedback and their data analysis of collisions, traffic density and safety initiatives.
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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.