Petworth

Good Deal or Not? “impeccable attention to detail” edition (reader request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 4604 Iowa Ave, NW:


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The flier says:

“Enjoy the impeccable attention to detail in this gorgeous end unit row house. Recent renovations of the LL w/ rentable au pair suite, a sunrm/bfast rm, a renovated KT, a large custom closet/dressing area off the MBR. Exquisite features include original woodwork, custom- made radiator cover & stunning wood floors throughout & an exposed brick wall. Spectacular fenced yd w/ patio.”

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

This 4 bed/2 bath is going for $590,000.

Eat Chicken!

By Prince Of Petworth


Oct. ’11

“Dear PoPville,

While I miss their beat-up old sign a bit at the corner of Georgia & Quincy — the one with the words “Fried” still faintly visible despite their efforts to scrape it off — the new one’s pretty nice and still has that super-happy chicken. Now if only they were open after work instead of just breakfast and lunch…”

Eat Chicken is located at the corner of Georgia and Quincy St, NW across from the Petworth metro.

So what is the PL in the photo above? Chicken place? The new logo is pretty sweet:

Below is what it looked like in June ’08.

New Yoga Studio Coming to Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Two Petworth residents are joining forces to open a new yoga studio on Georgia Avenue, directly across the street from Fusion (4815 Georgia Ave, NW). The studio will be called Golden Heart Yoga DC. Its sister studio, Golden Heart Yoga Annapolis, has been voted “best yoga studio” in Annapolis for the last several years.

Golden Heart Yoga DC will be a community-oriented space, offering a variety of classes in traditional yoga styles, as well as pre-natal, mom/dad and baby classes, gentle yoga for seniors and others with less flexibility, and Friday evening donation classes to raise money for local charities and non-profits.

We’re looking forward to opening our doors soon after Thanksgiving, if all goes well. Stay tuned!”

Awesome news! Ever since Yoga House Studio closed above what is now Looking Glass Lounge, Petworthians have been without a proper yoga studio. Great to have it back. Pretty cool little block too – don’t forget there is already a dance studio (which will be right next door to the yoga studio.)

5th Annual DCCX Cyclocross Bike Race To Be Held At Old Soldier’s Home Sunday

By Prince Of Petworth

From an email:

“DCCX, presented by Dogfish Head Alehouse and Family Bike Shop, is offering a day of bicycle racing, refreshments, kids’ fun and Civil War history this Sunday, Oct. 23.

The course is on the historic grounds of the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Washington, located at the corner of Upshur St and Rock Creek Church Rd, NW. More than 700 competitors in the cyclocross races will compete in different events running from 8:30 am until 5 pm — with the elite racers taking off at noon (for women) and 3 pm (for men).

DCCX, part of the Bikereg.com MABRAcross Super 8 race series, is a great place to check out high-level bike racing in a relaxed environment — or to strap on a helmet and try racing for the first time. Registration is still open, and while some categories are full, slots are still available in the 4:15 pm Rookies’ Race.

And come out on Saturday afternoon from 1:30 pm until 4 pm for a chance to pre-ride the course.”

More info from DCCX here. A reader gave a good run down of a previous year’s event for competitors and spectators here.

A Look Inside ‘The Griffin’ at Georgia and Quincy Ave, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

I was finally able to get a look inside the new building, The Griffin, located at the corner of Georgia and Quincy Ave, NW by the Petworth metro. Last we heard the whole building was for sale but it’s looking like it could become rentals sooner rather than later. I’ll update with prices when they become available. Anyway, thought folks would like to see how the units came out:


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Arrest Made in Oct. 8th Stabbing Death in 900 Block of Quincy St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


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From MPD re: Oct. 8 stabbing death in the 900 Block of Quincy St, NW:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department have announced an arrest in the fatal stabbing which occurred in the 900 block of Quincy Street, NW.

On Saturday, October 8, 2011, at approximately 7:25 pm, units from the Fourth District discovered a male suffering from stab wounds in the 900 block of Quincy Street, NW. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services personnel responded to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

The decedent has been identified as 17 year-old Jamar Michael Freeman of Southeast, Washington, DC.

On Tuesday, October 18, 2011, pursuant to an arrest warrant, 17 year-old Derek Johnson of Northwest was arrested and charged as an adult with Murder Two while Armed.”

The 5pm Post – Petworth Market End of Season Celebration and Fundraiser on Wednesday from 6 PM to 8 PM at the Island Cafe

By Prince Of Petworth

From an email:

“Last month the Petworth Community Market (PCM) concluded another successful season full of delicious food, great music, and good times with neighbors. In celebration, join PCM and neighbors at the End of Season Celebration and Fundraiser on Wednesday, October 19th from 6 PM to 8 PM at the Island Cafe (829 Upshur Street, NW).

The season has much to celebrate with the introduction of the acceptance of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, a SNAP matching program, an expanded season with new hours, and the offering of several winter CSA programs by participating PCM vendors (details below).

The End of Season Celebration is an opportunity to reflect on the market’s success and to begin seeking support for the funding of our 2012 SNAP matching program. The program currently offers a matching contribution of 50 cents for every dollar of SNAP benefit in an effort to make the offerings of the market more attractive to all families throughout the community. Through the proceeds of the celebration, PCM plans to expand to a full dollar-for-dollar match. The fundraiser will ask for a suggested donation of $10 at the door and Island Cafe will donate 10% of bar proceeds to PCM. Happy Hour drink specials will be in effect and tasty bites courtesy of Island Cafe will be available.

Date: Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Time: 6-8 PM
Location: Island Cafe, 829 Upshur Street, NW“

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