Friends of Book Hill Park
I am extremely proud to say that I have been a Director of this organization since its inception.
History of the Organization
In 2000, a group of local residents gathered to discuss the condition and future of the small community park located at Reservoir Road and Wisconsin Avenue, NW, behind the Georgetown Public Library.
This group determined that the DC Department of Parks andRecreation was unable to maintain and restore the park, and the grass roots effort was begun.We became guardians. We adopted the park. The Friends of Book Hill Park was organized as a tax-exempt corporation and the work began.
At first, the Friends thought that a hands-on approach was the answer. We pruned and pulled weeds, removing a great deal of plant material and rubbish. This only helped us to see the park better...and once we did that, we knew that we needed outside help. And that meant money. Lots of money.
Professional bids were reviewed and fundraising began in the spring of 2001. Dead trees and shrubbery were removed and the park was pruned by professionals.
Structural improvements include brick sidewalks and a new lawn at the top of the hill. Old benches were repaired and new ones installed. Major funding is needed for the restoration of masonry and general maintenance.
In 2004, Ed Thomson and his group were honored with the William Cochran Community Service Award by the Citizens Association of Georgetown (CAG).
Around this time our local merchants began to call themselves The Shops at Book Hill. They liked the cachet and decided to build on what we were already doing.
In April 2005, The DC Chapter of Colonial Dames of the Seventeenth Century placed a marker on the newly restored 1871 cast iron fence. Also in 2005, through the generosity of The Georgetown Garden Club and Outerbridge Horsey,a sign was erected at the foot of the staircase.
Spring at Book Hill Park
Watch for our blooms. We have added 1500 daffodils, planted by our directors, 60 azaleas, 16 crape myrtles, 9 bottlebrush shrubs, 12 pampas grass and 3 Yoshino cherry trees donated by the Japanese Embassy.
Fourth of July Doggie Parade
This all-American event is fun for the whole family. Started in 2002, it has grown to include many area canines, who are judged for their good looks and talents as they parade down the grand staircase. Georgetown celebrities are encouraged to attend and bring their owners.
Please call Felicia Stidham at 333-0270 with questions or donations.
History of the Organization
In 2000, a group of local residents gathered to discuss the condition and future of the small community park located at Reservoir Road and Wisconsin Avenue, NW, behind the Georgetown Public Library.
This group determined that the DC Department of Parks andRecreation was unable to maintain and restore the park, and the grass roots effort was begun.We became guardians. We adopted the park. The Friends of Book Hill Park was organized as a tax-exempt corporation and the work began.
At first, the Friends thought that a hands-on approach was the answer. We pruned and pulled weeds, removing a great deal of plant material and rubbish. This only helped us to see the park better...and once we did that, we knew that we needed outside help. And that meant money. Lots of money.
Professional bids were reviewed and fundraising began in the spring of 2001. Dead trees and shrubbery were removed and the park was pruned by professionals.
Structural improvements include brick sidewalks and a new lawn at the top of the hill. Old benches were repaired and new ones installed. Major funding is needed for the restoration of masonry and general maintenance.
In 2004, Ed Thomson and his group were honored with the William Cochran Community Service Award by the Citizens Association of Georgetown (CAG).
Around this time our local merchants began to call themselves The Shops at Book Hill. They liked the cachet and decided to build on what we were already doing.
In April 2005, The DC Chapter of Colonial Dames of the Seventeenth Century placed a marker on the newly restored 1871 cast iron fence. Also in 2005, through the generosity of The Georgetown Garden Club and Outerbridge Horsey,a sign was erected at the foot of the staircase.
Spring at Book Hill Park
Watch for our blooms. We have added 1500 daffodils, planted by our directors, 60 azaleas, 16 crape myrtles, 9 bottlebrush shrubs, 12 pampas grass and 3 Yoshino cherry trees donated by the Japanese Embassy.
Fourth of July Doggie Parade
This all-American event is fun for the whole family. Started in 2002, it has grown to include many area canines, who are judged for their good looks and talents as they parade down the grand staircase. Georgetown celebrities are encouraged to attend and bring their owners.
Please call Felicia Stidham at 333-0270 with questions or donations.
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