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Early Vote Centers open from Monday, October 28 through Sunday, November 3, between the hours of 8:30 am and 7:00 pm
Hi Brightwood: In-person Early Vote Centers open Monday, Oct 28 - Sunday, Nov 3. Please open this link for Early Vote Center locations ...
Kim Patterson
Oct 23, 2024

Homeowners on the 1300 block of Sheridan who had lead pipe replacement, please contact me if your yard, private walkway or interior space has not been restored.
Hi Sheridan Street Homeowners: If you live on the 1300 block of Sheridan Street and DC Water replaced your lead/brass pipes and your...
Kim Patterson
Aug 18, 2024


Public Safety Meeting with Councilmember Lewis George, MPD Chief Smith, and 4th District Commander Lavenhouse at 6:30 pm tonight, July 1 at Brightwood Elementary School.
Hi Brightwood: Sorry for the late notice, but I just learned about tonight's Public Safety Meeting with Councilmember Lewis George, MPD...
Kim Patterson
Jul 1, 2024


Beloved Sheridan Street neighbor, James "Butch" McAdams passed away on June 23, 2024
Hi Brightwood: It is with sadness that I share with you that our long-term neighbor, Mr. James McAdams, passed away at the age of 74 in...
Kim Patterson
Jun 26, 2024


Two violent crimes took place in Brightwood last night - no serious injuries.
Hi Brightwood: Unfortunately, last night (June 20), two violent crimes took place in Brightwood. The first crime occurred at 8 pm on the...
Kim Patterson
Jun 21, 2024


ANC Kim Patterson Quoted in WAPO Article on Rock Creek Golf Course Rebuilding Plan
Kim Patterson, an advisory neighborhood commissioner for the Brightwood neighborhood bordering Rock Creek Park, said she hopes a...
Kim Patterson
Jun 10, 2024


Re: Reducing Environmental Impacts of Rock Creek Golf Course Rehabilitation
On behalf of DC Bird Alliance, DC Environmental Network, Langdon Park Forest Stewards, DC Chapter - DarkSky International, City Wildlife,...
Kim Patterson
May 29, 2024


ANC Kim Patterson Quoted in Rock Creek Park Golf Course For All Press Release
“We are in the midst of a climate emergency; we need all the carbon sequestration, cooling effect, stormwater retention, and wildlife,"
Kim Patterson
May 29, 2024

SAVE THE DATE: Golden Hour on Rock Creek Park Golf Course! May 30, 7:30 pm–8:30 pm. Bring a blanket, watch a beautiful sunset, and listen to the birds sing.
Enjoy the Golden Hour and an amazing sunset while listening to the songs of the many birds that live in Rock Creek Park.
Kim Patterson
May 28, 2024

Homes.com Article on Brightwood
Brightwood provides opportunities.
Kim Patterson
May 10, 2024


Takoma Metro Station will close from June 1–29. Silver Spring Metro Station will close from June 1–August 31
Takoma Metro (Red Line) will be closed from June 1–29, 2024 for construction related to the Purple Line.
Kim Patterson
May 1, 2024


Over 1,200 trees will be cut down at Rock Creek Golf Course in Brightwood
NPS and NLT announced that they would proceed with the plan to remove over 1,200 trees at Rock Creek Golf Course to build a driving range an
Kim Patterson
Apr 30, 2024


The DC Youth Orchestra Program- Next Season Registration Opens May 1
I am writing to share information about a wonderful 64-year-old DC music program that trains children in orchestral music.
Kim Patterson
Apr 25, 2024


MPD Crime Camera placed at 14th & Rittenhouse, DC Crime Lab regains partial accreditation, and Crime Awareness & Preparedness Training in Petworth.
Hi Brightwood: I am sharing a few crime-related updates that will hopefully help reduce crime in Brightwood and DC. I realize there is...
Kim Patterson
Jan 8, 2024


‘Don’t feel safe’: Brightwood planning community meeting after deadly shooting
A longtime D.C. resident recently told Kim Patterson, a newly-elected Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner and vice president of the...
Media
Jan 6, 2024


Mayor Bowser and MPD Announce New Real-Time Crime Center
Yesterday, Mayor Bowser and Police Chief Smith announced a Real-Time Crime Center will open in 2024 that will focus on efforts that reduce c
Kim Patterson
Dec 8, 2023


To Tree or Not to Tree, That Is the Question
Hi Brightwood: Last week I sent an email about the planned removal of over 1200 trees from our community. These trees are located on Rock...
Kim Patterson
Nov 2, 2023

Run, don't walk to our beautiful neighborhood Whole Foods!
Whole Foods opening at The Parks at Walter Reed is now open!
Kim Patterson
Jun 28, 2023

NEW Visitor Parking Permit System, Summer Camp Lottery, Listening Session w/DC Attorney General
Hi Neighbors: Please see DC and Ward 4 updates... DDOT Switching to New Parking Permit System Mayor Bowser is encouraging neighbors...
Kim Patterson
Mar 17, 2023


Great News for Brightwood! Whole Foods at Walter Reed Will Open This Summer
Hi Brightwood: Thank you to all that joined the 4A ANC monthly public meeting last night, during which Whole Foods representatives...
Kim Patterson
Mar 8, 2023
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