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“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…)

“The Roost Hosts Free Community Breakfast & Food Drive to Support Neighbors in Need”

By Prince Of Petworth

From a press release:

“WHAT: The Roost invites the community to gather for a morning of warmth, connection, and generosity at The Roost’s Community Breakfast & Food Drive. This special event offers a free breakfast for anyone affected by recent SNAP benefit reductions and the Federal Government shutdown — and an opportunity for those who can give to support local food resources.

Guests will enjoy a hearty breakfast featuring eggs, breakfast sausage, potatoes, French toast, and freshly brewed drip coffee from Counter Culture and A Toda Madre. The event is made possible through the generous support of Chef’s Warehouse, Capital Seaboard, Counter Culture Coffee, and A Toda Madre Coffee. (more…)

It’s November, You Know What That Means? Street Sweeping Specific Parking Regulation Ends, Park with Pleasure. But Do Note that Leaf Collection is Starting!

By Prince Of Petworth

Always brings great joy to many…

“While DPW cleans streets year-round (Street Sweeping), some streets are designated “no parking for cleaning” from March 3rd to October 31st, and drivers should check signs to ensure they’re not parked in a cleaning zone during that time.”

HOWEVER, please note Leaf collection starts rolling out today! (more…)

“Cat attacked my Dog”

By Prince Of Petworth

Ed. Note: PoPville turns 19 years old this coming Wednesday and I am always stunned when I can still utter “well this is a first”, well, this is a first…

“Dear PoPville,

I don’t know what other recourse I have, so I’m hoping to warn fellow Dupont dog neighbors. I was walking my (very much leashed and well behaved) dog on Corcoran St, in between New Hampshire and 17th, when a white cat with grey/brown spots ran from its yard and starting attacking my dog. My dog didn’t fight back, she just started crying and trying to escape. I had to use my foot to remove the cat (I did not at all hurt the cat) but it continued to chase us about 30 feet down the block. The cat jumped on my dog at least 5 times. (more…)

Late Night Bar Drinking Daylight Saving Time Guidance

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Mr.TinMD

From ABCA:

“Daylight Saving Time will end at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 2, 2025. Clocks must “fall back” or be turned back by one (1) hour.

Any licensee that normally ends alcohol service at 2:00 a.m. will automatically be able to sell and serve alcohol until 3:00 a.m. Licensees do not need to take any action to remain open for one (1) additional hour to conduct business.”

“Keep your uncontrollable dogs on a leash. If you want your dog to run around, follow Washington, DC law and take it to the dog park.”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Eric P.

TLDR: “It is unlawful to allow your dog to be off leash in public areas with the exception of designated dog parks.”

“Dear PoPville,

I was walking my dog tonight (Wednesday, October 29) in Glover Park around 6:00pm. We walked through the clearing in Whitehaven Parkway (between T and W Streets NW), where there are frequently many people letting their dogs play off leash. Tonight there were perhaps a dozen people with their dogs around this hour. We have walked through there before and generally not had any issues. However, today, just as we were getting close to exiting the clearing towards W St, a woman was entering with her dog whom she immediately let off leash. This dog immediately ran up to my dog and started aggressively barking at him and chasing him. My dog started squealing and yelping, clearly absolutely terrified, and running around me trying to get away from this dog. The owner was calling after the dog but unable to stop or catch her, and the dog kept running after my dog, aggressively barking and chasing him. (more…)

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