Petworth Jazz Project entertains on July 22!
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One of the most popular neighborhood events is back for the summer: Petworth Jazz!
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Charlotte Nugent, former ANC 4C Chair, passed away suddenly in June
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Charlotte Nugent was a beloved community member and advocate, friend, neighbor, education policy leader and new mom. She passed away earlier in June due to heart complications from lymphoma, according to her family.
Read MoreTurning a garage roof green and getting cool
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If you have a large garage like us or a front porch that you could transform into a green roof, I definitely recommend it. It is an upfront investment for longer-term greener benefits.
Read MoreCelebrate Petworth is bringing a full day of fun & you can help make it happen!
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Now in it’s 9th year, the Celebrate Petworth Festival is set for September 23, 2023 on the 800 block of Upshur Street. Here’s some details, and links to volunteer or become a vendor.
Read MorePetworth Jazz returns on June 24 and July 22!
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One of the most popular neighborhood events is back for the summer: Petworth Jazz!
Read MoreHelp pick a new commemorative artwork for Ward 4
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Help select a commemorative works project to be located in Ward 4! Upper Georgia Avenue Main Street is partnering with the DC Office of Planning to gather input on the subject of a commemorative work for Ward 4: a statue, a street medallion, a sculpture, etc. You can help decide what is chosen.
Read MoreVolunteer to temporarily host a foreign exchange student at Roosevelt HS for a week
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This is a great opportunity to help a young person experience a new country, and your own family to experience a new culture.
Read MoreGrounded Learning helps neighbors navigate DCPS special education issues
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In another take on the expertise you may not have realized exists in your next door neighbors, one local resident started a company to help parents and teachers navigate the difficult to understand world of special learning needs in DC’s public school. Here is where Petworth resident Martha Hoffman and her company Grounded Learning helps neighbors.
Read MoreCinder BBQ hosts a special June fundraiser for Parkinson’s Foundation, supporting local neighbor
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When I was going through a tough time, Cinder stepped up to be there to help. This year, when my Dad passed away, I mentioned that I wanted to do something at Cinder but I didn’t know what. Matt Krimm suggested a special drink, with part of the proceeds going to the Parkinson’s Foundation. So, that’s what they’re doing for June. Here’s how you can enjoy and help at the same time.
Read MoreVolunteer to help make July 4th at the Old Soldiers Home be even more spectacular!
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This is the time of the year that FOSH (Friends of the Soldiers Home), begins planning and preparing for their annual (and very popular) July 4th Celebration — and they are looking for volunteers to help make the day great!
Read MoreEnjoy a great music-filled community event at Bourbon & Bluegrass on May 20 & 21st
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The always amazing Bourbon & Bluegrass Festival is back at President Lincoln’s Cottage on May 20th and 21st. Come out to enjoy music, drinks, food and a great community time.
Read MoreVP Kamala Harris drops in at HR Records
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On Wednesday, May 3rd Vice President Kamala Harris visited HR Records on Kennedy Street. Inside she bought records by Charles Mingus, Roy Ayers, and Porgy and Bess with Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong. Plus, the shop is organizing free music for the community on May 6th.
Read MoreIf you like how Petworth Blooms... donate to help them do their great work!
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Spring is in full swing, and Petworth Blooms is currently raising money for our spring and summer plantings. If you don’t know about our group, we are a small, all volunteer 501(c)(3) that works to beautify the public green spaces in Petworth and adjoining neighborhoods. I’ve been writing about the flowers and beautiful colors you see around the neighborhood here on Petworth News in the Petworth Blooming series. We’re looking to raise funds to do even more.
Read MoreA mixture of preserved history and modern functionality: This Old “Petworth” House (part 5)
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This is the fifth in a series of articles that showcases some of the unique original features of our Petworth-area houses.
Kerry and Matt Hamblin bought their 1915 rowhouse on the 3800 block of 4th Street NW in 2007 and spent the next decade and a half restoring it. Throughout their rowhouse is a mixture of modern functionality and history. Matt, an architect, refurbished most of the house himself.
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