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Market 77 Expanding Up Georgia Ave, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

Looks like Market 77 is expanding up Georgia Ave, NW. A few weeks ago we learned of the new spot just south of the Petworth-Georgia Ave metro (photo above) and now they are also opening one up at the corner of 9th and Varnum St, NW (just east of Georgia, photo below). They also have a store at Georgia and Irving St, NW in Parkview (I think it’s Irving St, right?).

There was a bit of chatter on the Petworth listserv that some folks thought the idea of 24 market there might not be a good idea. You think a 24 hour market on that corner will be a convenience a nuisance?

Dog Walking To Be Banned at Rock Creek Church Cemetery

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

A “No Dog Walking” sign went up in Rock Creek Cemetery sometime in the past week (I noticed it on Saturday). I fear that folks may have been taking advantage of the cemetery – allowing their dogs to go off leash or not cleaning up after them, but I’m really sad to lose my favorite dog walking locale. I wonder if you knew any more about it, or who I could email at the church to politely request that they rethink their decision.”

Another reader wonders if the ban might be related to the recent theft of bronze sculptures or a school coming to the grounds.

I know it may sound strange to people not familiar with the cemetery but this has long been a spot for people to take their dogs. Anyone know if folks take dogs to Congressional Cemetery?

Rock Creek Church Cemetery is located at Rock Creek Church Rd and Webster St, NW, near the Old Soldiers Home grounds.

The 5pm Post – Public Art Opening Reception and Artist Talk with Nekisha Durrett

By Prince Of Petworth

From a press release:

Join us for an opening reception and artist talk with Nekisha Durrett to celebrate the installation of Durrett’s iconic public artwork, Sweet, on Saturday, May 14th in the Petworth neighborhood.

Nekisha, a Petworth-based artist, designed the large scale, two-dimensional piece installed on the exterior façade of the 3Tree Flats building. She describes the piece: “Her hovering head one story tall, a young woman looks coolly over her Georgia Avenue with one bold, yellow bubbly adjective in a thought cloud over her flowing locks — Sweet. She looks toward the street observing traces of the past, the vitality of the present and future, and the prideful spirit of her evolving community.”

WHO: Cultural Development Corporation, JAIR LYNCH Development Partners and AHD, Inc.
WHAT: Opening reception and artist talk with Nekisha Durrett.
WHERE: 3Tree Flats lobby (3910 Georgia Avenue, NW)
WHEN: Saturday, May 14, 2-4pm

Moroni & Brother’s Pizza Gets Extended Bar Space

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

Moroni Bros. at Decatur St. & Georgia Ave. has extended their bar space. Looks nice. It’s so new, the finish is still a little tacky to the touch. I spoke with Denis, the owner, about the changes. He said they will have five beers on tap. Just thought the neighborhood would like to know.”

Moroni & Brothers is located at 4811 Georgia Ave. NW and has some of the best pizza in the city. Do you like the idea of an expanded bar area?

Wed. Afternoon Rental Option – Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 4th and Varnum St, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Spacious bright newly renovated English Basement unit, 100% fully renovated.

Great Petworth neighborhood. New renovated, including open kitchen with electric stove & granite counters. New appliances and upgraded fixtures, washer and dryer in apartment.

Walk to nearby Organic Market and Coffee Shop.
Available June 2011.”

Another good roomate option? $1650 sound right for this 2 bed/1 bath?

Good Deal or Not? “Trex deck with private parking” edition (reader request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 4312 14th St, NW:


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The flier says:

“Beautiful, complete renovation in 16th St Heights. This end-unit has it all – Bosch stainless steel appliances, cherry wood flooring, marble bathrooms, fully finished basement w/ kitchenette. Trex deck with private parking in rear. 4bdr, and 3.5 bath.”

You can find more info here and a mouse on house tour here.

This 4 bed/3.5 is going for $639,900 – sound right?

Petworth Jazz Project Kicks Off this Saturday, Petworth Market Fundraiser this Wed.

By Prince Of Petworth

From an email:

“The first Petworth Jazz Project will be kicking off this Saturday, May 14th, at 6:45. Show will end at sunset. Saturday’s show features The Jolley Brothers featuring Christie Deshield. DJ set by The Unknown.”

The Petworth Community Market (PCM) will hold a fundraiser to support the hiring of a market manager for the 2011 season and efforts to expand market accessibility to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly Food Stamps) recipients through the purchase of an Electronic Benefits Machine (EBT) and creation of a benefits matching fund program. The fundraiser will be held on Wednesday, May 11, 2011 from 6:30-8:30pm at Domku Bar & Café at 821 Upshur St. NW. The fundraiser will feature a silent auction, raffle, drink specials, photo portrait booth, and DJ. Suggested entry donation is $10. To purchase tickets or to make a general donation to the cause, please visit: here.

Located along the 4100 block of Ninth Street, NW, at the intersection of Georgia Avenue and Upshur Street, PCM will open for its second season on May 20, 2011, and will run every Friday from 4 PM to 8 PM through September 30, 2011.

PCM is still recruiting farm vendors, artists and crafters for the weekly markets. For additional details or to download a vendor application, visit www.petworthmarket.org.

New Neighborhood Bar Coming to 3628 Georgia Ave, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

Great news for Park View and Petworth residents. The old Huron Pharmacy space (long vacant) at 3628 Georgia Ave, NW has been leased.

I don’t have a lot of details but I’m told it will be:

“2 floors, super comfy, neighborhood bar with a 1400 sq ft outdoor space in the rear. Comfort food, comfort atmosphere, comfortable prices.”

While they are shooting for a Fall opening, a lot is contingent on introducing themselves to the neighborhood/ANC meetings as well as acquiring the proper licenses and permits.

But the fact that the space has been leased is huge news! The vacant properties of Georgia Avenue are slowing falling one by one. More details when they become available.

This is the space between Manny & Olga’s and The Blue Banana and Looking Glass Lounge a couple blocks south of the Georgia Ave-Petworth metro:

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