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A Murmuration of Starlings or a Serious Case of Ornithophilia?

Published January 20, 2016 at 10:10AM

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Photo by PoPville flickr user angela n.

Thank you all for indulging in my recent obsession of birds, yesterday’s will be tough to beat but today we’ll focus on an unusual situation in Petworth. In the building above the YES! Organic Market on Georgia Ave – apparently there are either a ton of birds or someone who’s playing a really loud recording of a ton of birds. A reader captures the scene a bit (though I’m told the video doesn’t do justice to how loud these birds sound):

“This was filmed on Taylor St, a block off of Georgia. My neighbor said she’s emailed the management company for the building that Yes is in, but hasn’t received a response.

What on earth is up with the loud recording of bird noises on Georgia by Yes? This has been going on for days, only at night.”

Video after the jump. (more…)

Cafe Le Pain Now Open in Petworth – Check Out Their Crepe Menu

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 19, 2016 at 11:35AM

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4328 Georgia Ave, NW

Thanks to Brian for sending an update on Cafe Le Pain:

“Just stopped in for another crepe (the Creation Crepe) – another winner!”

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Fundraiser for the DC Punk Archive at Petworth Citizen Tonight

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 14, 2016 at 4:25PM

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From Petworth Citizen (829 Upshur St, NW):

“We are hosting a fundraiser at Petworth Citizen for the Punk Archive on Thursday from 6-8pm.

Did you know that DC houses a major, growing punk music archive? DCPL started the archive as part of its Washingtoniana project to collect and preserve DC’s history.

This Thursday from 6-8pm, we’re teaming up with the DC Punk Archive as they take over the Reading Room. From 6-8, 10% of all proceeds will go to DCPL and the Punk Archive. Bartender Carlie Steiner will offer a special menu, including a taster of her brand new Variations of a Theme series.”

The Good Gentrifiers – DC Reynolds, Petworth Citizen

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 14, 2016 at 10:10AM

Petworth is very lucky to have them both.

The Great American Cooking Story
Episode 06. Washington, D.C.
“Cheers.”
Directed, Produced, Filmed, Edited and Narrated By Clara Ritger

Washington, D.C. is the city that inspired this documentary series, exploring the role of restaurants in revitalizing neighborhoods. There’s so much good food, and such a premium on real estate in the city, that new restaurants are opening up in neighborhoods on the far corners of the District. Off the beaten path, those neighborhoods are often home to the city’s minority residents, and when new restaurants and businesses start to change the face of a neighborhood, those residents risk getting pushed out as developers buy up properties to build high rises targeted at a wealthier, whiter demographic.

One such neighborhood in the middle of change is Petworth. The Petworth area is a historically black neighborhood, but that’s clearly changing. I met with Jeremy Gifford of DC Reynolds and Paul Ruppert of the Petworth Citizen and Reading Room to talk about what they can do to help bring the community together as economic forces work to drive it apart. The secret might be in a neighborhood bar where everybody knows your name.

Pomeranian Missing from Petworth – Reward Offered

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 14, 2016 at 8:47AM

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“Dear PoPville,

I lost him on January 13.
He’s a male,
Pomeranian,
4yrs old,
small (about 9lbs),
black with white snout & paw tips,
wearing a collar with three tags that are green, yellow, and red.
The red tag has his name (Noche) and my phone number.
I lost him in the Petworth area in DC.
I’m offering a reward.

256-289-1847”

#lost dog

“walking home from work shortly before 6pm..without any warning, one of them (5-6 teens) punched me on the side of the head” then kept walking

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 13, 2016 at 1:05PM

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Photo by PoPville flickr user Brett Weinstein

“Dear PoPville,

Last Tuesday (1/5), I was walking home from work shortly before 6pm. I was heading North on 9th St. NW. Just below the corner of Allison St., I saw a group of 5 or 6 boys who looked to be between 12 and 15 years old heading in my direction. I didn’t give it much thought, but as we passed by each other, without any warning, one of them punched me on the side of the head and knocked me to the ground.

Fortunately, they kept moving, and by the time I was back on my feet, they were already well down the block. They made no attempt to rob me or inflict any more blows on me, but obviously it was pretty unpleasant. I had previously heard reports of kids playing the so-called “Knock-Out Game” but hadn’t give the idea much credence. It appears, however, that this is a real thing and that it’s happening right here in Petworth, so I urge everyone to be extra careful when out on the streets after dark.”

Ed. Note: In the past talk of the “Knock-Out Game” has veered the discussion off course, I think that the important element of this note is that there was another unprovoked attack by teens where nothing was stolen.

The Long Awaited Homestead is finally opening this Winter “The 4,000 square-foot restaurant will accommodate 175 diners across three levels”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 13, 2016 at 10:40AM | Updated January 13, 2016 at 11:52AM

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3911 Georgia Ave, NW courtesy Homestead

From a press release:

“The team behind The Blaguard – the beloved neighborhood bar in Adams Morgan – will officially open its new restaurant, Homestead, this winter in the heart of Petworth at 3911 Georgia Avenue NW. The menu – developed by Executive Chef Marty Anklam – will focus on chef-inspired comfort foods in family-style portions, seasonal cocktails, and local, responsibly sourced ingredients. Homestead’s opening marks the first solo restaurant venture from Nic Makris, co-owner of The Blaguard, as well as the return of Chef Anklam to his hometown roots. (more…)

Town & Country Market Closing for Renovation at end of the Month “Won’t even recognize it when it was done”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 12, 2016 at 10:22PM | Updated January 13, 2016 at 2:39PM

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Town & Country Market back in the day at 823 Upshur Street, NW during Domku’s white picket fence period

A reader reports:

“You know the mini market on Upshur between Domku and the book store, the Ethiopian gentleman who owns the place told me tonight that at the end of January, they will be closing for a month in order to remodel the store. He said I wouldn’t even recognize it when it was done. I didn’t ask if he planned on removing the the bullet proof glass.”

Ed. Note: Back in 2008 Family Foods removed their glass partition but it only lasted a few weeks before they put it back up. Hopefully in 2016, if Town & Country does decide to take theirs down, it can be down for good.

Update: Well this is randomly awesome – thanks to a commenter for posting this 1926 photo of Upshur Street from the Library of Congress:

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823 Upshur Street, NW