Porchfest is Saturday, May 30th — get ready!
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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.
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On Apple's 50th Anniversary, Petworth News sells to Apple's Regional News Service
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I'm lucky enough to know Tim Apple, and I have been trying to get him to pick up Petworth News for the Apple News app’s DC / Raleigh / Durham Local News. Read more and get a special discount!
Read MorePetworth Library closes December 11th for renovations
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The Petworth Library will close for renovations on December 11th. The goal of this renovation is to maintain the existing facility and provide a refresh that will ensure the library continues to meet evolving neighborhood needs. Interim services will be offered at the Mt. Pleasant Library or by US Mail.
Read MoreRefusing to investigate 911 call mistakes, OUC continues years-long failures, putting property and lives at unnecessary risk
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On July 3, 2025 Leticia McCray called 911 for a family member experiencing a medical emergency. Fire and EMS Station #24 is located only two blocks away from Leticia’s home, meaning help should have been there extremely fast. However, that didn’t happen — the OUC operator made a mistake and sent the call to Takoma Station #22. These mistakes are costing precious time, property damage and potentially lives.
Read MoreDC residents deserve answers on MPD & ICE coordination (Councilmember's Corner)
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Our police force must prioritize our community needs – not the cruel agenda of a federal administration determined to tear immigrant families apart. DC residents deserve answers on the extent to which coordination in happening with taxpayer resources.
Read MoreFall Break fun for kids at Lincoln's Cottage starts Oct 9th
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Next week is Fall Break for DCPS, and Lincoln’s Cottage has special offerings for kids and families to enjoy, including games, music, exploring the grounds, and more.
Read MoreHomecoming at Lincoln's Cottage on Sept 20th, free for the whole family
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Bring the family to enjoy a free, fun community day on the grounds of Lincoln’s Cottage that includes pony rides, a petting zoo, lawn games, storytelling, hat-making and other crafts, along with a fun puppet show, food and more!
Read MoreArt All Night paints the town red on Friday, September 12th!
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Art All Night returns to Petworth on Friday, September 12th. There will be events happening all around the area, from Georgia Avenue the 800 block of Upshur Street up to Kennedy Street and down 14th Street.
Read MorePetworth pets get a paw-sitively convenient new Vet option
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Petworth resident Dasha Perry has opened a mobile housecall vet practice called Perry Paws Mobile, bringing veterinary health care to the home.
Read MoreYou can shape the future of museums (and gain free admission to popular Cottage programs)
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If you are interested in free access to unique DC opportunities, especially right here in Petworth, President Lincoln’s Cottage is inviting you to join our Museum Social Impact in Practice Study (MSIIP) and help shape the future of museums.
By participating in the MSIIP study, you’ll get the opportunity to enjoy 3 great Cottage programs at no cost, and will be able to help us evaluate our impact by completing a survey.
Read MoreCouncilmember's Corner: How DC is responding to Trump’s attacks and how we must move forward
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I have been horrified and outraged by the conduct perpetrated by federal law enforcement officers, including ICE agents, targeting our most vulnerable neighbors — especially unhoused and undocumented residents who are simply trying to live their lives. This cruelty is the opposite of who we are as a District and as a community who has long stood up for those who need protection most.
Read More"Dog Days of Summer" event now on Sunday, Sept 7th (see activities & register for dog show!)
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A new date but the same great time for the whole neighborhood!
Petworth in the Park: Dog Days of Summer, a new community celebration coming on Saturday, September 7th!
Get ready for Petworth's new "Dog Days of Summer" event on September 6th
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Get ready to enjoy Petworth in the Park: Dog Days of Summer, a new community celebration coming on Saturday, September 6th!
Read MoreHome Rule Music Festival is back on June 21st!
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The Home Rule Music Festival, sponsored by HR Records on Kennedy Street NW, has quickly become of the most popular music festivals in DC. It’s back for another amazing show at the Parks at Walter Reed on June 21, 2025!
The Festival is free to attend.
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