/r/takomapark
Conversations about Takoma Park, Maryland and neighboring Takoma, Washington D.C.
The People's Republic of Takoma Park
This subreddit is for discussions about the nuclear free city of Takoma Park, MD, the adjacent neighborhood of Takoma, Washington D.C. and nearby areas.
Takoma Park was founded in 1883 as an early suburb of Washington, DC. It was home of the Adventist Church for most of the 20th century...and also came to be known for its music/arts scene and liberal politics. Residents vigorously protested planned freeways in the 1960s, declared the city a "Nuclear-Free Zone" in the early 1980s, and opened voting in city elections to 16-year-olds in 2013 (first in the US!)
Rules
About Takoma Park*
Takoma Park, MD and Takoma, DC on Wikipedia
Where We Live: Takoma (DC) and "Proudly progressive Takoma Park" (MD)
News and Social Media
The (Takoma) Voice - local independent news outlet
Takoma Park Patch - local news
Food in Takoma Park
Takoma Park Food Co-Op - cooperatively owned grocery store, mostly vegetarian/natural foods.
Takoma Park Farmers Market - every Sunday 10am-2pm on Laurel Ave
Things to do Takoma Park
Takoma Park Library (MD) or Takoma Park Neighborhood Library (DC)
Takoma Park Recreation Center (MD) or Takoma Aquatic Center (DC)
The Sligo Creek Park 10-mile trail goes through Takoma Park.
DC Boundary Stone NE #2, placed in 1792. Located at 6980 Maple Ave on DC border (right across from the tall office building).
Housing
City of TP Rental Housing guide: Most of Takoma Park has rent control laws (very rare in suburban MD/VA) and other tenant protections. Whether a tenant or owner, know your rights!
Some neighborhoods
Main Street Takoma - "downtown" where there's numerous events and places to go. This is the main stretch of Carroll Ave through the middle of town. "Old Takoma" runs from Takoma Junction at Carroll/Ethan Allen (by the Co-Op), down Carroll, and to 4th St NW in DC (past Metro).
Takoma, DC - the side of "Takoma Park" within the District of Columbia
Takoma/Langley Crossroads - at New Hampshire Ave/University Blvd. It's home to a large Salvadoran community & numerous international shops, restaurants, and grocery stores.
Long Branch - at Piney Branch Rd/Flower Ave, it's right between Takoma Park and Silver Spring. Very diverse, especially large Latino presence, and good food! And a flea market too!
Related Subreddits
/r/VegDC - all things veg*n in the DC area!
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Takoma Pool Temp for Toddlers?
Any families with toddlers been in the Takoma Aquatic Center recently? I heard the water temp was supposed to be consistent, but it seemed to be getting colder in the fall. Is the facility freezing? Just wondering if my young toddlers can get in for a 20 minute swim lesson. Thanks.
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Phone numbers for reporting people/pets stuck outdoors:
From MoCo:
Residents concerned about the well-being of a homeless individual can call the 24-hour Line at 240-907-2688. Outreach partners will attempt to locate the individual and offer resources and support.
The Office of Animal Services will enforce Executive Regulations 17-17, Anti Cruelty Conditions for Dogs and Other Pets during this cold emergency. During a Cold Emergency Alert, outdoor housing for an animal as described in Section 3.0 is inadequate and additional measures must be taken to provide adequate heating. The additional measures must be approved by the Director of Montgomery County Animal Services Division. If you see an animal left outside that appears to be in danger, please call the Animal Services Division immediately at 301-279-8000.
https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/OPI/alerts/hypothermia.html
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Maple Ave
Hello! I’m considering renting a condo on Maple Ave (near the intersection of Lee and Maple). I’m moving from the College Park area, and aside from a few visits to some restaurants in the “downtown” area, I don’t know much about this particular side of Takoma Park. For those that have lived in this particular area, what do you think? Is it relatively safe? Has anyone lived at any of the condos on Maple Ave and can share their experience?
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Recommendations for off leash hikes
Hey I am pretty new to the area and I was wondering if there was a place I could take my dog and let him run around off leash. I’m not really looking for a traditional dog park, more of a trail or something that involves walking around. Any ideas?
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Takoma Park Gift Market Offers Visitors Sustainable, Local Shopping for the Holidays
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Tako Tuesday
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WABA member holiday happy hour in Hyattsville, December 11
The Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) is holding a member holiday happy hour nearby in Hyattsville, next Wednesday, December 11th, 5-8 pm at Old Dominion Brewhouse. RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/waba-hyattsville-holiday-happy-hour-tickets-1089911868739.
If you're not a current member, you can (re-)join at https://waba.org/join. Membership is pay-what-you-can; even a small amount is appreciated. Thanks!
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Dogs scheduled for euthanasia 12/10 @PG County Shelter
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Talisha Searcy's Record
No shade or sarcasm meant. Honest question.
What has Talisha Searcy done for Takoma Park?
I'm curious about her record.
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7/11 at Piney Branch Road and Flower Avenue
The 7/11 at Piney Branch Road and Flower Avenue frequently has many empty shelves.
Someone suggested that they are frequently robbed.
I also thought poor management resulted in them running out of things long before they are restocked.
Anyone know what the deal is?
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Get this deal while it's hot!
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