Takoma (Takoma Park)

Fundraiser for victims of “house fire (that) has profoundly impacted the lives of three generations of the Nguessan family. With deep sorrow, we share that their beloved grandfather lost his life in the fire.”

By Prince Of Petworth

600 Block of Geranium Street NW photo by DC Fire and EMS Department

Martha shares the devastating news with an update and fundraiser request:

More details are in the GoFundMe page, but a few quick updates:

“The grandmother (Ndah), the 3 mo old and 6 year old were released from the hospital on Monday (10/12).

The mother (Jojo), father (Paterne Kan) and oldest child remain in their respective burn ICUs.

Immediate neighbors are in touch with the family daily and (as mentioned) have organized a GoFundMe campaign.”

The fundraiser says: (more…)

“FS8 combines Pilates, Tone, and Yoga into one workout” – New Gym coming to the Parks at Walter Reed

By Prince Of Petworth

7150 12th Street, NW #203

“COMING SOON TO THE PARKS AT WALTER REED
💫 Pilates, Tone & Yoga Redefined
🔥 Low impact, high-energy for every BODY”

“we’re bringing FS8 to the Parks at Walter Reed! FS8 combines Pilates, Tone, and Yoga into one workout and we couldn’t be more excited to be opening in early 2027. (more…)

Rowhaven Games Grand Opening Saturday!

By Prince Of Petworth

7348 Georgia Ave, NW

“Dear PoPville,

Rowhaven is a new tabletop board game and TCG store in Takoma Park! We specialize in Board Games, Puzzles, Card Games, Trading Card Games, Books, and More! We are a space where people gather around games to connect, play thoughtfully, and belong.

We are thrilled to announce our Grand Opening on Saturday August 22nd from 11:00-9:00. (more…)

END OF AN ERA: Sticky Fingers Closing After 25+ Years on August 2nd – “amazing new (vegan!) business taking over the space.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to all who passed on the sad news from Sticky Fingers:

“For more than 25 years, Sticky Fingers has been so much more than a bakery.

It’s been birthday cakes, first dates, coffee with friends, celebrations big and small, and a gathering place for a community we love dearly. Sticky Fingers will be closing its doors on Sunday, August 2. (more…)

Motorkat Celebrating their Three Year Anniversary in Takoma Park with Crab, Naturally!

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Farrah Skeiky

From an email:

“From May 19-24, Motorkat (6939 Laurel Ave.) is celebrating three years in Takoma Park! We’re ringing in our birthday with Crab Week, featuring four specials (Crab Soup à la Ross, Blue Crab and Gulf Shrimp Empanadas, Crab Salad, and Soft-Shell Crab), as well as Happy Hour deals all night long ($9 martinis, $8 glasses of wine, select pints for $5, and half-priced Chesapeake oysters). (more…)

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