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“UNSILENT NIGHT in PETWORTH, Dec. 17 – DC’s Most Unique Musical Nonreligious Holiday Event”

By Prince Of Petworth

From a press release:

“Phil Kline’s beloved holiday cult classic

UNSILENT NIGHT

will be performed by the public in Washington, DC on Wednesday, December 17th at 6pm

Kline’s shimmering 45-minute soundscape is performed on portable speakers, amplified phones, and boomboxes carried through city streets and parks (Each participant plays one of four tracks)

The magic begins when everyone hits PLAY on their devices at the same time,
together unfolding a beautiful, enveloping tapestry of sound
as the “walking symphony” sets off into the night

WHEN: Wed., Dec. 17th, 6:00 – 7:00 PM

WHERE: (more…)

“CVS coming across the street from the CVS?”

By Prince Of Petworth


3701 New Hampshire Ave, NW

In a shocking turn from our regular series “Next Up in Coming CVS Closures“… An opening in the works?!? Also, giving me Comfort One Shoes vibes a bit…

ANYWAY, thanks to Adam for sending:

“CVS across from the CVS? So at the modo apartments ground floor at the Petworth metro, they are doing construction on the retail space. The permit says CVS [“A new small format CVS pharmacy”] – which is weird because there is a CVS across the street.” (more…)

“Petworth Library to Close for Renovation in December”

By Prince Of Petworth


intersection of Kansas, Upshur and Georgia Ave, NW

From the DC Public Library:

“DC Public Library will begin renovating the Petworth Library on Friday, Dec. 12. The goal of this renovation is to maintain the existing facility and provide a refresh that will ensure the library continues to meet evolving neighborhood needs. The library is working with Chiaramonte Construction Company and Moya Design Partners for design and construction.

Petworth Library will temporarily close for this project. The last full day of service will be Thursday, Dec. 11.

Project Goals (more…)

Shots Fired near Petworth Playground just before 4pm Tuesday afternoon

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

“Dear PoPville,

Looks like there was a shooting during the day (Tuesday) by the Petworth playground. happened around 3pm on Taylor. When I drove past around 6, MPD was on the scene and had evidence markers on the ground.”

From MPD:

“On October 7, 2025, at approximately 3:58 p.m., Fourth District officers responded to the 800 block of Taylor Street, Northwest, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located evidence of a shooting and damaged property. Victims reported being shot at by the suspect, (more…)

Two businesses shut down for illegal cannabis sales in Logan Circle and Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth


1718 14th Street, NW

From ABCA:

“On September 19, 2025, the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA) and the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) shut down two businesses for illegal cannabis sales.

The Closure Orders were executed at 70 Smoke Shop and Tobacco King, both unlicensed retailers, due to activities that posed an imminent danger to public health and safety.

The operation was part of the city’s ongoing enforcement efforts following the enactment of the Medical Cannabis Conditional License and Unlicensed Establishment Closure Clarification Emergency Amendment Act of 2024, which granted ABCA new civil enforcement powers. Since the bill took effect on July 15, 2024, joint agency efforts have resulted in the padlocking of 75 illegal cannabis businesses.

Seizure and Arrest Details  (more…)

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