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The Ward 3 Democrats' Task Force on Housing and Homelessness is hosting a discussion at their January meeting with panelists: - Councilmember Robert White, At Large Member of the City Council and member of the Housing Committee - Allison Ladd, Deputy Director of Department of Housing and Community Development - Kelly Sweeney McShane, Executive Director […]
A talk on the 1989 film Glory, and the movie's Euro-centric message in this story of former slaves fighting for the Union army.
Celebrate La Chandeleur, also known as Crêpe Day, in festive French fashion amidst Hillwood's spectacular gardens, magnificent mansion, and exquisite French treasures. Learn more at https://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/events/celebrate-la-chandeleur
The Nature Center in Rock Creek Park (5200 Glover Road) is hosting a special planetarium program on Saturdays and Sundays in February called "Under African Skies." Description: Sure we know about the stars and constellations in the northern hemisphere, but below the horizon each night in the southern hemisphere, there's a different view of space. […]
A four-part lecture series at Hillwood shares stories of luscious garden estates. Learn more and buy tickets at https://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/events/great-homes-and-gardens-series
Gather at Levine Music with your neighbors and fellow music lovers for a celebration of Leonard Bernstein, and afterward, a reception exclusively for Forest Hills Connection readers. Come and explore the great variety of Bernstein’s musical styles in "Levine Presents Bernstein Reimagined: Bridging the Gap," featuring improvisations on works from Candide, Mass, Chichester Psalms, and […]
Celebrate the opening of the exhibit "The Artistic Table" on Valentine’s Day at Hillwood, with food and desserts by Design Cuisine; and a silent auction. Learn more at https://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/events/romance-around-table
CAS Reads Big, in conjunction with David A. Clarke School of Law, presents authors Chris Myers Asch and George Derek Musgrove discussing Chocolate City: A History of Race and Democracy in the Nation's Capital. Asch and Musgrove will discuss the tumultuous, four-century story of race and democracy in our nation's capital. Book signing and cupcake reception […]
The University of the District of Columbia Community-Campus Task Force will meet on Thursday, February 15th, 2018 at 6:30pm, in Bldg. 44, A-03. All are encouraged to attend for the latest authoritative information on the University and its activities. Preliminary Agenda Items include: Student Enrollment - Spring 2018 Update - Van Ness Campus Housing update […]
Pianist and UDC Jazz Studies Director Allyn Johnson presents a free session of performance and conversation featuring bassist, composer, educator and recording artist Michael Bowie. Learn more at http://lrdudc.wrlc.org//jazz/events.php/
Join with fellow DC residents at budget engagement forums to share your values, priorities, and ideas with the Bowser Administration as the FY19 budget is developed. Learn more and register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2018-budget-engagement-forums-tickets-42547429507
The Community Council periodically reviews significant decisions of WAMU 88.5 and advises station management on whether they are meeting the needs of the region. Meetings are held quarterly and are open to the public with time for public comment. Dinner is served prior to the meeting. Learn more at http://wamu.org/community-council/
Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Dorothy Fall: Forest Mysteries. This exhibition showcases paintings and monoprints by Forest Hills-based artist Dorothy Fall, and curated by Mindy Weisel. Dates: Saturdays and Sundays from February 24 to March 25, 12 to 6 pm Artist's Reception: Sunday, March 4th, 5 to 7 pm Artist and Curator […]
Percussionist and jazz studies major Frankey Grayton II presents his Junior Recital along with the Small Jazz Ensembles under the direction of Allyn Johnson, at a free event in UDC's recital hall. Learn more at http://lrdudc.wrlc.org//jazz/events.php/
Friends of the Forest Hills Playground's first board meeting of 2018 is Tuesday, February 27th, 7:30pm at 4600 Connecticut Ave. NW (intersection of Connecticut and Brandywine). This meeting will kick off its event planning for the spring and summer. All are welcome. This meeting will address: - Fundraising ideas (happy hour, Jake's brunch, ??) - […]
A free, all-day urban gardening forum that provides education about urban agriculture and food systems, cultivates health and protection of the environment, and builds community. Learn more at https://www.rootingdc.org/