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“Beginning Monday the National Park Service will start work to improve the bicycle and pedestrian trail that connects the north end of the 14th Street Bridge with East Basin Drive”

Published September 21, 2018 at 1:15PM

From the National Parks Service:

“Beginning Monday, September 24, the National Park Service will start work to improve the bicycle and pedestrian trail that connects the north end of the 14th Street Bridge with East Basin Drive near the Thomas Jefferson Memorial. The project will widen and improve the trail surface, correct a dangerous slope along the path and improve the crosswalks and crosswalk markings across East Basin Drive. At the same time, a two-way cycle track will be installed in one lane of East Basin Drive where it passes the Jefferson Memorial, providing a dedicated and protected route for cyclists. (more…)

About those little parks you’ll see tomorrow – it’s PARK(ing) Day

By Prince Of Petworth

Published September 20, 2018 at 4:15PM

Photo courtesy of Casey Trees

From DDOT:

“Today, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced the locations of 28 parks that will be installed in celebration of PARK(ing) Day, September 21, 2018 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

The temporary installations will be located in five of the District’s eight wards.

“This year PARK(ing) Day coincides with Car Free Day which is a perfect time to celebrate all of the creative alternatives for curbside space,” said DDOT Director Jeff Marootian. (more…)

“Fortunately the opportunity to initiate contact presented itself: he had sped by the sign instructing cyclists to walk their bikes.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published September 18, 2018 at 2:10PM

Photo by PoPville flickr user Joe Flood

Ed. Note: To be clear, OP is kidding around with this note, I mean it happened but obviously she is kidding around. I preface this because history has taught me that some will be confused.

“Dear PoPville,

I may have fallen for someone this weekend… I can’t stop thinking about this guy I encountered in Rock Creek Park. (Fair warning: this might be long, but why should love have a character limit?)

It was a beautiful Sunday in the park, and people were out picnicking, biking, hiking, running, and walking. As I ran past Peirce Mill, a cyclist caught my eye – swarthy, lean, coral shorts. Fortunately the opportunity to initiate contact presented itself: he had sped by the sign instructing cyclists to walk their bikes. (more…)

The Kingman Island Cleanup is rescheduled for October 13th!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published September 7, 2018 at 4:05PM | Updated September 14, 2018 at 1:29PM

from last year’s cleanup courtesy Ocean Conservancy

UPDATE: “We decided to postpone tomorrow’s cleanup given Hurricane Florence. We have rescheduled it for October 13th”

From a press release: (more…)

“National Park Foundation Bolsters Anacostia Park’s Community-Building Efforts with $861k Grant”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published August 28, 2018 at 4:15PM

“Visitors enjoying the sun and fishing along the river during the 2017 Anacostia River Festival.” courtesy National Park Service

From a press release:

“As part of a three-year effort to revitalize Anacostia Park, the National Park Foundation announced today a $861,000 grant to support the park’s efforts to expand relationships with local businesses and government agencies. The grant will help the park strengthen philanthropic ties and encourage people to enjoy the unique recreational and educational activities in Anacostia Park.

August 31 marks the 100th anniversary of Anacostia Park, and new community liaison Akiima Price is focused on connecting neighbors from D.C. Wards 7 and 8 directly to the park. (more…)

“at least it’s something!”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published August 28, 2018 at 3:15PM

Thanks to Grant for sending:

“Looks like they are finally starting work to fix the fountain in Meridian Hill Park.

No construction workers present. But at least it’s something!”

And thanks to Mike for sending a shot of some work in progress:

Mini Futsal court opens in Petworth!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published August 7, 2018 at 3:45PM

801 Taylor Street, NW. Photos by Sarah Gabriel

Thanks to Sarah for sending the Futsal news:

“DC United , DC Scores, DPR, Friends of Petworth Park all celebrating together! Free ice cream truck plus pickup/ scrimmage with DC United players officiating. Hot but it did not slow anyone down. Please Spread the word so others who enjoy the beautiful game can come and enjoy this public space!” (more…)

“Any reason for the change?”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published August 7, 2018 at 1:15PM

“Dear PoPville,

I know the Bruce Monroe park used to have a dog run but now it seems they don’t even want pets on the grounds. Any reason for the change?”

Ed. Note: Also interesting to note the “no motorized vehicles” section. I don’t think I’ve ever seen that on a DPR sign before. You can also read about redevelopment plans for the park here.

“Hopefully won’t be long now.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published July 19, 2018 at 12:45PM

Thanks to Rick Servoss for sending:

“Underground utilities serving the Meridian Hill fountains have been scanned. Hopefully won’t be long now.”

Ed. Note: Back in May we learned that “The Meridian Hill Park fountains are currently non-functional and in disrepair due to a broken supply waterline”. Updates when the water starts flowing.

Hopefully we’ll get to see this again soon, stay tuned:

“Foul odors and visible sewage” at recently renovated Turtle Park

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 19, 2018 at 2:15PM

The Washington Post reported:

“Foul odors and visible sewage have seeped through Turtle Park, a popular playground and spray park in upper Northwest Washington, and children who played there recently have become ill, according to a D.C. Council member.”

Turtle Park reopened after a major renovation last year.