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What to do about a neighbor’s generator running nonstop?

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo by PoPville flickr user Wayan Vota

“Dear PoPville,

What to do about a neighbor who has been running an electrical generator early nonstop since Saturday? It’s definitely a noise nuisance, and I’m pretty sure no one should need to do this if they have power otherwise. Any ideas? This is near the intersection of 13th and Taylor. Finally called MPD last night who said an officer would be dispatched, but it only shut off for some brief period in the night and was back on before I left for work this morning.”

Get a Sneak Peek of Upshur Street Books at Fundraising Party Tues. Night

By Prince Of Petworth

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827 Upshur Street, NW

From Upshur Street Books:

“Support Upshur Street Books!

In conjunction with our Kickstarter campain, we’d like to invite you to come see us in person and check out our progress so far.

Join Upshur Street Books Staff in the Reading Room at Petworth Citizen [827 Upshur Street, NW Tues. at 7:00pm] Pick up perks in real time, meet local artists and authors, and check out the developments in the bookstore space.

Enjoy drink specials and light fare as well!

Hope to see you there.”

After Eviscerating Petworth Citizen, Crane & Turtle Gets Good Review from The Post

By Prince Of Petworth

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828 Upshur Street, NW

After destroying Petworth Citizen back in November, The Post’s Tom Sietsema is much happier with chef Makoto Hamamura other restaurant Crane & Turtle located across the street. He writes:

“The food at Crane & Turtle can sometimes make you swoon and other times make you scratch your head. One thing you will never be is bored.”

Which is a phenomenal upgrade from the Petworth Citizen review:

“Reaction, after three visits: The check can’t come soon enough.”

Brunch Back at Chez Billy starting this Sunday – A Look at the new Menu

By Prince Of Petworth

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3815 Georgia Ave, NW

From a press release:

“”Chez Billy, the neighborhood French bistro in the heart of Petworth, will begin serving its democratically-designed brunch on Sunday, September 7. Brunch will be served every Sunday from 11am-3pm.

Created by Executive Chef Brendan L’Etoile–and based upon a poll Chez Billy ran in concert with PoPville earlier this summer–the menu highlights traditional French fare, classic brunch items, and vegetarian options. Dishes like Brioche French toast with apple rum-raisin & pecan syrup, croque madame, sweet potato hash, made with piquillo peppers, caramelized onions, smoked paprika, poached eggs and hollandaise and Chez Billy’s famous Royale With Cheese 6oz burger will be available for brunch.

“We love our neighbors in Petworth and wanted to give them a great, no-fuss brunch with amazing food, “ says General Manager, Justin Marshall. “We asked our guests—and then the neighborhood at large via PoPville–to tell us what they wanted, and we received input from hundreds of neighbors. We took the feedback we received very seriously and think everyone will be pleased with what we’ve come up with.”

In addition to the food menu, Chez Billy will offer $15 bottomless mimosas, Petworth’s own Qualia coffee, house-made sodas and of course, an extensive wine menu.

Reservations can be made by calling 202.506.2080.”

Check out the menu after the jump. (more…)

Dear PoPville – Soldiers Home Park?

By Prince Of Petworth

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Upshur and Rock Creek Church Rd, NW

“Dear PoPville,

I am sure Soldiers Home Park is a common topic, but haven’t see much on it since moving to the area last year. Has there been any discussion about reopening parts of the park to the public, especially given the new developments happening south of the Children’s Hospital, including the rumor that the reservoir by Howard is going to be opened up and developed into a new public space?

Does anyone know the history and politics around this issue?”

We had a rather contentious discussion about public access to the Soldiers Home grounds back in 2009. Since then a group called Friends of the Old Soldiers Home has been created so you should definitely check them out. There also has been and are planned many events on the property including those in coordination with the great Lincoln’s Cottage. And don’t forget the golf course (though I think prices have gone up a bit)…

Another Update on Old Hebrew Home Development – Next Meeting Sept. 9th

By Prince Of Petworth

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1125 Spring Road, NW

“Dear PoPville,

DC government has posted materials about the project here.

The results of a resident survey are available here.

The city has their own spin on it. The city suggests that 80% of respondents want “some” mix “ranging from 10% – 100%”.

Even using the skewed questions (only offering choices at % levels that seem pretty arbitrary), however, 72% of respondents want there to be 1/4 or less affordable housing in the complex.

That’s just a quick glance. There are some upcoming public meetings as well.”

From ANC Rep Vann-Di M. Galloway:

“The Department of General Services will host a follow-up to the August 12th Community Meeting. It will be held on Tuesday, 9 September from 6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the Raymond Recreation Center in the Multipurpose Room on the second floor.

In this meeting we will discuss Program Development for 1125 Spring Road, N.W.”

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