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Hyperlocal news & info from Petworth and surrounding neighborhoods in Washington DC.
💝 It’s Valentine’s… do you need a rose or a dozen for someone special? Swing by Flowers by Alexes at 851 Upshur St NW for a beautiful flower or full arrangement. 🌹🌹
February 14, 2026 at 4:12 PM
💝 It’s Valentine’s… do you need a rose or a dozen for someone special? Swing by Flowers by Alexes at 851 Upshur St NW for a beautiful flower or full arrangement. 🌹🌹
Intersection of Upshur, Kansas & Ave by Library is closed at the moment. At least 2 people injured in what looks like a traffic collision between an electric bike & maybe a vehicle. 1 person rushed off in ambulance & one appears unfortunately deceased. No other details. (photos from bystander)
February 13, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Intersection of Upshur, Kansas & Ave by Library is closed at the moment. At least 2 people injured in what looks like a traffic collision between an electric bike & maybe a vehicle. 1 person rushed off in ambulance & one appears unfortunately deceased. No other details. (photos from bystander)
The date for Petworth PorchFest, the neighborhood-wide music festival, is set for Sat, May 30th. Porch music from 2-7pm, main stage at the Petworth Park from 5-8pm. You can sign up to perform or host a band!
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Petworth PorchFest returns in May 2026! Register to host or perform! — Petworth News
Petworth PorchFest organizers have announced the 2026 date for the neighborhood-wide music festival: Saturday, May 30th. You can sign up to host a band or perform on a porch!
www.petworthnews.org
February 3, 2026 at 8:07 PM
The date for Petworth PorchFest, the neighborhood-wide music festival, is set for Sat, May 30th. Porch music from 2-7pm, main stage at the Petworth Park from 5-8pm. You can sign up to perform or host a band!
🎸🎶🎷 www.petworthnews.org/blog/petwort...
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✉️🥸 Did you send an anonymous "Letter to the Editor" to us about the snow & ice, & how the city should do better? We thought it was a great message & want to publish it!
Buuut... We need to know the author's identity. Email us at drew@petworthnews.org & then we can publish the op-ed as anonymously.
Buuut... We need to know the author's identity. Email us at drew@petworthnews.org & then we can publish the op-ed as anonymously.
February 3, 2026 at 6:56 PM
✉️🥸 Did you send an anonymous "Letter to the Editor" to us about the snow & ice, & how the city should do better? We thought it was a great message & want to publish it!
Buuut... We need to know the author's identity. Email us at drew@petworthnews.org & then we can publish the op-ed as anonymously.
Buuut... We need to know the author's identity. Email us at drew@petworthnews.org & then we can publish the op-ed as anonymously.
Join Petworth Peanuts for a fun book and winter “carneval” at Hook Hall on February 15th from 2pm to 6pm The event is free, all books and puzzles are FREE, and so is all entertainment!
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A fun Book Exchange & Carnevale at Hook Hall, hosted by Petworth Peanuts — Petworth News
Join Petworth Peanuts for a fun book and winter carnevale at Hook Hall on February 15th from 2pm to 6pm!
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January 29, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Join Petworth Peanuts for a fun book and winter “carneval” at Hook Hall on February 15th from 2pm to 6pm The event is free, all books and puzzles are FREE, and so is all entertainment!
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www.petworthnews.org/blog/book-ex...
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www.petworthnews.org/blog/book-ex...
See Capital City PCS in action! Attend an Open House to learn more about their Pre-K3 - 12th grade programs.
📚 Get more information &
RSVP today!: bit.ly/CC-OpenHouse2627
#DCeducation #CharterSchools #Sponsored
📚 Get more information &
RSVP today!: bit.ly/CC-OpenHouse2627
#DCeducation #CharterSchools #Sponsored
January 14, 2026 at 3:36 PM
See Capital City PCS in action! Attend an Open House to learn more about their Pre-K3 - 12th grade programs.
📚 Get more information &
RSVP today!: bit.ly/CC-OpenHouse2627
#DCeducation #CharterSchools #Sponsored
📚 Get more information &
RSVP today!: bit.ly/CC-OpenHouse2627
#DCeducation #CharterSchools #Sponsored
There will be a vigil on Thursday, Jan 8 in Sherman Circle at 5:30pm for Renee Nicole Good for those who with to gather together.
January 8, 2026 at 5:08 PM
There will be a vigil on Thursday, Jan 8 in Sherman Circle at 5:30pm for Renee Nicole Good for those who with to gather together.
Enjoy Family Art Day at the National Museum of the American Indian on January 17th! Learn about historical and contemporary ledger art and narrative art, including story time and hands-on experiences with the "Unbound: Narrative Art of the Plains" exhibit.
Learn more at s.si.edu/49iLlIO
Learn more at s.si.edu/49iLlIO
January 6, 2026 at 11:39 PM
Enjoy Family Art Day at the National Museum of the American Indian on January 17th! Learn about historical and contemporary ledger art and narrative art, including story time and hands-on experiences with the "Unbound: Narrative Art of the Plains" exhibit.
Learn more at s.si.edu/49iLlIO
Learn more at s.si.edu/49iLlIO
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This looks like it happened in Petworth this morning in my old ANC SMD 4D04, at the southeast corner of Emerson St. & Illinois Ave. NW - @chenderson.bsky.social @janeese4dc.bsky.social @petworthnews.org
We are told @dcpolicedept.bsky.social is not coordinating with federal abductions but today MPD 4D made a stop and arrest for an individual charged with not having a front license plate while MPD let the federal agents they were coordinating with drive without any license plates. #FreeDC
December 22, 2025 at 2:49 PM
This looks like it happened in Petworth this morning in my old ANC SMD 4D04, at the southeast corner of Emerson St. & Illinois Ave. NW - @chenderson.bsky.social @janeese4dc.bsky.social @petworthnews.org
Do you have a great idea for how to help northern Petworth & Brightwood Park be even more amazing than they already are? Apply for the first round of Community Grants under Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4D’s newly revamped grants program!
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Apply for a Community Grant with ANC 4D and help make a local difference! — Petworth News
Do you have a great idea for how to help northern Petworth and Brightwood Park be even more amazing than they already are? Then get with an organization and apply for the first round of Community Gran...
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December 11, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Do you have a great idea for how to help northern Petworth & Brightwood Park be even more amazing than they already are? Apply for the first round of Community Grants under Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4D’s newly revamped grants program!
www.petworthnews.org/blog/4d-2026...
www.petworthnews.org/blog/4d-2026...
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I wrote an article for @petworthnews.org about a 911 dispatch mistake in Petworth this summer and how it is a part of an ongoing series of serious dispatch mistakes that are intentionally not being investigated. If you expect 911 to work in an emergency, 8+ minute delays are dangerous.
In July, a Petworth resident called 911 for a medical emergency. Luckily, FEMS 24 is only 2 blocks away, help should have been there fast. That didn’t happen: OUC sent the call to the wrong address. These mistakes cost time, property damage & potentially lives.
www.petworthnews.org/blog/ouc-911...
www.petworthnews.org/blog/ouc-911...
Refusing to investigate 911 call mistakes, OUC continues years-long failures, putting property and lives at unnecessary risk — Petworth News
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 b...
www.petworthnews.org
December 6, 2025 at 12:36 AM
I wrote an article for @petworthnews.org about a 911 dispatch mistake in Petworth this summer and how it is a part of an ongoing series of serious dispatch mistakes that are intentionally not being investigated. If you expect 911 to work in an emergency, 8+ minute delays are dangerous.
One of Petworth’s fun holiday events returns to this week! The Upshur Street Craft Fair is on Saturday, December 13th, 10am-4pm, bringing a full day of shopping, entertainment and family-friendly fun. 🎅🎄
www.petworthnews.org/blog/upshur-...
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Upshur Street Craft Fair on Saturday, Dec 13! Santa, arts & crafts, artisan shopping & more! — Petworth News
One of Petworth’s fun holiday events returns to this week! The Upshur Street Craft Fair is on Saturday, December 13th, 10am-4pm , bringing a full day of shopping, entertainment and family-friendly ...
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December 8, 2025 at 7:27 PM
One of Petworth’s fun holiday events returns to this week! The Upshur Street Craft Fair is on Saturday, December 13th, 10am-4pm, bringing a full day of shopping, entertainment and family-friendly fun. 🎅🎄
www.petworthnews.org/blog/upshur-...
www.petworthnews.org/blog/upshur-...
FYI... 🚧 Taylor St NW between Kansas and 13th will be a bit of a mess as DDOT repairs sidewalks, curbs, gutters and wheelchair ramps. Necessary work, to be sure!
Work begins Monday, 12/8 - Saturday, 12/13 (7am to 6pm). The project is expected to be complete by December 19th (weather permitting).
Work begins Monday, 12/8 - Saturday, 12/13 (7am to 6pm). The project is expected to be complete by December 19th (weather permitting).
December 5, 2025 at 10:16 PM
FYI... 🚧 Taylor St NW between Kansas and 13th will be a bit of a mess as DDOT repairs sidewalks, curbs, gutters and wheelchair ramps. Necessary work, to be sure!
Work begins Monday, 12/8 - Saturday, 12/13 (7am to 6pm). The project is expected to be complete by December 19th (weather permitting).
Work begins Monday, 12/8 - Saturday, 12/13 (7am to 6pm). The project is expected to be complete by December 19th (weather permitting).
The Petworth Library will close for renovations on Dec 11th, with a goal to maintain the existing facility & ensure the library continues to meet evolving neighborhood needs. Interim services will be offered at the Mt. Pleasant Library or by US Mail.
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Petworth Library closes December 11th for renovations — Petworth News
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 ...
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December 5, 2025 at 6:15 PM
The Petworth Library will close for renovations on Dec 11th, with a goal to maintain the existing facility & ensure the library continues to meet evolving neighborhood needs. Interim services will be offered at the Mt. Pleasant Library or by US Mail.
www.petworthnews.org/blog/petwort...
www.petworthnews.org/blog/petwort...
In July, a Petworth resident called 911 for a medical emergency. Luckily, FEMS 24 is only 2 blocks away, help should have been there fast. That didn’t happen: OUC sent the call to the wrong address. These mistakes cost time, property damage & potentially lives.
www.petworthnews.org/blog/ouc-911...
www.petworthnews.org/blog/ouc-911...
Refusing to investigate 911 call mistakes, OUC continues years-long failures, putting property and lives at unnecessary risk — Petworth News
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 b...
www.petworthnews.org
December 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM
In July, a Petworth resident called 911 for a medical emergency. Luckily, FEMS 24 is only 2 blocks away, help should have been there fast. That didn’t happen: OUC sent the call to the wrong address. These mistakes cost time, property damage & potentially lives.
www.petworthnews.org/blog/ouc-911...
www.petworthnews.org/blog/ouc-911...
My daughter made some awesome Maple Snickerdoodles for DC FEMS Engine 24 the “Pride of Petworth.” They were stoked to get the treats, and we thanked them for their efforts keeping people safe. #Thankful
November 27, 2025 at 12:38 AM
My daughter made some awesome Maple Snickerdoodles for DC FEMS Engine 24 the “Pride of Petworth.” They were stoked to get the treats, and we thanked them for their efforts keeping people safe. #Thankful
Bring the family out for a howling good time at the 5th Annual Sherman Circle Spooktacular on Sunday, October 26th from 3pm - 7pm. It’s a free, family-friendly Halloween celebration for the entire Petworth community, hosted by Petworth Peanuts and ANC 4D! 🎃👻
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www.petworthnews.org/blog/spookta...
Get spooky with the Sherman Circle Spooktacular on Sunday, Oct 26th! — Petworth News
Bring the family out for a howling good time at the 5th Annual Sherman Circle Spooktacular on Sunday, October 26th from 3pm - 7pm. It’s a free, family-friendly Halloween celebration for the entire P...
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October 23, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Bring the family out for a howling good time at the 5th Annual Sherman Circle Spooktacular on Sunday, October 26th from 3pm - 7pm. It’s a free, family-friendly Halloween celebration for the entire Petworth community, hosted by Petworth Peanuts and ANC 4D! 🎃👻
www.petworthnews.org/blog/spookta...
www.petworthnews.org/blog/spookta...
Ward 4 CM Janeese Lewis George @cmlewisgeorgew4.bsky.social says DC residents deserve answers on MPD & ICE coordination.
"Our police must prioritize community needs – not the cruel agenda of a federal administration determined to tear immigrant families apart."
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"Our police must prioritize community needs – not the cruel agenda of a federal administration determined to tear immigrant families apart."
www.petworthnews.org/blog/cm-lewi...
DC residents deserve answers on MPD & ICE coordination (Councilmember's Corner) — Petworth News
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...
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October 23, 2025 at 6:34 AM
Ward 4 CM Janeese Lewis George @cmlewisgeorgew4.bsky.social says DC residents deserve answers on MPD & ICE coordination.
"Our police must prioritize community needs – not the cruel agenda of a federal administration determined to tear immigrant families apart."
www.petworthnews.org/blog/cm-lewi...
"Our police must prioritize community needs – not the cruel agenda of a federal administration determined to tear immigrant families apart."
www.petworthnews.org/blog/cm-lewi...
The 1st Annual 🥒 DC Pickle Bash 🥒 celebrates all things pickle in a new festival on 10/4 10am-5pm. Enjoy the best pickle makers, games, art, crafts & pickle food & drink, plus, a fun “Dill Disco” After Party (21+) 7-9pm.
Enter for a chance to win free tickets!
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Enter for a chance to win free tickets!
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Enjoy the new DC Pickle Bash on October 4th — enter to win All Access tickets! — Petworth News
The first annual DC Pickle Bash celebrates all things pickle in a vibrant festival that brings together pickle enthusiasts on October 4th from 10am to 5pm. Enter to win free All Access tickets!
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September 24, 2025 at 8:50 PM
The 1st Annual 🥒 DC Pickle Bash 🥒 celebrates all things pickle in a new festival on 10/4 10am-5pm. Enjoy the best pickle makers, games, art, crafts & pickle food & drink, plus, a fun “Dill Disco” After Party (21+) 7-9pm.
Enter for a chance to win free tickets!
www.petworthnews.org/blog/dc-pick...
Enter for a chance to win free tickets!
www.petworthnews.org/blog/dc-pick...
The Parks at Walter Reed put on great community events & have new ones coming up. The popular jazz series gets 2 new dates, plus new somatic movement & zumba classes. Plus, a cool live podcast with Nat Geo Kids “Greeking Out” podcast!
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Enjoy jazz shows, new festivals & a Nat Geo Kids “Greeking Out” event at The Parks at Walter Reed — Petworth News
The Parks at Walter Reed are always putting on some great community events, and they’ve recently announced new ones coming up. Their popular jazz series gets two new dates coming up, along with new s...
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September 18, 2025 at 10:57 PM
The Parks at Walter Reed put on great community events & have new ones coming up. The popular jazz series gets 2 new dates, plus new somatic movement & zumba classes. Plus, a cool live podcast with Nat Geo Kids “Greeking Out” podcast!
www.petworthnews.org/blog/fall-ev...
www.petworthnews.org/blog/fall-ev...
Join President Lincoln's Cottage for their free annual Homecoming day community event. Tons of kids activities, petting zoo, pony rides, food trucks, tours and so much more! 🎩🐐🐴🎯
www.petworthnews.org/blog/cottage...
www.petworthnews.org/blog/cottage...
Homecoming at Lincoln's Cottage on Sept 20th, free for the whole family — Petworth News
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...
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September 11, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Join President Lincoln's Cottage for their free annual Homecoming day community event. Tons of kids activities, petting zoo, pony rides, food trucks, tours and so much more! 🎩🐐🐴🎯
www.petworthnews.org/blog/cottage...
www.petworthnews.org/blog/cottage...
Art All Night returns to Petworth on Friday, Sept 12th. A mix of art, dance & different events happening all around the area, from Georgia Avenue to Upshur Street, up to Kennedy Street and down 14th Street. A great opportunity to enjoy the neighborhood!
www.petworthnews.org/blog/art-all...
www.petworthnews.org/blog/art-all...
Art All Night paints the town red on Friday, September 12th! — Petworth News
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 14t...
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September 11, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Art All Night returns to Petworth on Friday, Sept 12th. A mix of art, dance & different events happening all around the area, from Georgia Avenue to Upshur Street, up to Kennedy Street and down 14th Street. A great opportunity to enjoy the neighborhood!
www.petworthnews.org/blog/art-all...
www.petworthnews.org/blog/art-all...
Petworth resident Dasha Perry has opened a mobile housecall veterinary practice called Perry Paws Mobile, bringing veterinary health care to the home. Easier for our furry companions, easier for the ones who love them.
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Petworth pets get a paw-sitively convenient new Vet option — Petworth News
Petworth resident Dasha Perry has opened a mobile housecall vet practice called Perry Paws Mobile , bringing veterinary health care to the home.
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September 4, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Petworth resident Dasha Perry has opened a mobile housecall veterinary practice called Perry Paws Mobile, bringing veterinary health care to the home. Easier for our furry companions, easier for the ones who love them.
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Got a dog? Got a trick or a great costume? Sign up for the Dog Show this Sunday, Sept 7th for a chance to win awesome prizes and world renown!
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bit.ly/DogShow25
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bit.ly/DogShow25
September 4, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Got a dog? Got a trick or a great costume? Sign up for the Dog Show this Sunday, Sept 7th for a chance to win awesome prizes and world renown!
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bit.ly/DogShow25
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bit.ly/DogShow25
Register your furry companion for the 🐶 Petworth Dog Show on Sept 7th at 3pm, and get a chance to win some great prizes!
Enjoy a day of music, kids games & activities, food, business & restaurant specials and more! Learn more and register for the Dog Show! 🐾
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Enjoy a day of music, kids games & activities, food, business & restaurant specials and more! Learn more and register for the Dog Show! 🐾
www.petworthnews.org/blog/sign-up...
Sign up for the Dog Show on Sept 7th — you & your furry friend could win some awesome prizes! — Petworth News
Register your furry companion for the Dog Show on September 7th at 3pm , and get a chance to win some great prizes! And you’ll enjoy a day of music, kids games and activities, food, business and rest...
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August 31, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Register your furry companion for the 🐶 Petworth Dog Show on Sept 7th at 3pm, and get a chance to win some great prizes!
Enjoy a day of music, kids games & activities, food, business & restaurant specials and more! Learn more and register for the Dog Show! 🐾
www.petworthnews.org/blog/sign-up...
Enjoy a day of music, kids games & activities, food, business & restaurant specials and more! Learn more and register for the Dog Show! 🐾
www.petworthnews.org/blog/sign-up...