Forest Hills Connection | News and Life in Our DC Neighborhood
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Friends of Forest Hills Playground is hosting a meet-and-greet with hot coffee (for the grownups) and cold cider (for the kids). Meet some of the board members, tell us about them vision for the park, learn how you can volunteer and consider signing up for a membership to support events like the October 22nd Halloween […]
Bring your furry, scaly, or feathered friends to the plaza at St. Paul's, where, in honor of St.Francis' love of animals, there will be a Blessing of the Animals Service. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/events/485234541832194/
A discussion with UDC Law Professor Andrew Ferguson about his new book, "The Rise of Big Data Policing: Surveillance, Race and the Future of Law Enforcement." Learn more at http://www.law.udc.edu/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1005434&group=&link_id=1&can_id=9916944bd8c44183db00fea502a01402&source=email-dont-forget-105-book-talk-rise-of-big-data-policing&email_referrer=email_243060&email_subject=dont-forget-105-book-talk-rise-of-big-data-policing
Supported by stunning visuals, Executive Director Kate Markert provides new insights into Post’s unique collection through pieces from world-renowned firms such as Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Harry Winston, chic jewels from boutique firms David Webb and Verdura as well as an impressive ensemble of historical pieces, among them the Empress Marie Louise diadem […]
These self-guided tours offer a remarkable look at amazing architecture, and a chance to learn directly from the architects, designers and homeowners who create, build and live in these incredible spaces. Just imagine - "that house" that you drive by every day? A MA+DS Modern Home Tour is your chance to get inside and be […]
This beautifully illustrated talk by Hillwood's curator-in-charge, Jeffrey E. Post, will explore the rich, fascinating stories behind some of the famous gems and jewels in the National Collection. Part of the Spectacular lecture series. Series Pricing: $80, $40 Member, $28 Student; Individual Lecture Pricing: $20, $10 Member, $7 Student Learn more at https://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/events/spectacular-lecture-series/smithsonian-gems
Mel Elfin writes in the Introduction to Forest Hills, a history of our neighborhood published by Arcadia Press, “the most important role of Forest Hills during the Civil War was […]
Step back in time for the Heritage Day festival at historic Peirce Mill in Rock Creek Park. Headlining will be Master Weaver Chapuchi Bobbo Ahiagble from Ghana, who will demonstrate West […]
The Murch Elementary School Fall Fair features live music, a bouncy house, spin art, hair coloring, body art, dunk booth, used book sale, food, prizes. Proceeds go to the Murch Home and School Association (HSA). Details here: http://murchschool.org/hsa/fall-fair/
Van Ness Main Street is seeking your input about improving the 4250 Connecticut Avenue plaza at a community meeting on Monday, October 16th, 7 to 8 p.m., at Soapstone Market (4455 Connecticut Avenue). Artists will collect your ideas and comments and include them in their planning for the culminating event: Create Van Ness Day on […]
Northwest Neighbors Village is a community based nonprofit whose goal is to build connections between neighbors, and help our older residents remain in their homes to maintain their ties with those neighbors. Volunteers are always welcome. The organiziation invites all to join them for casual conversation at Soapstone Market. Come on by and make some […]
Combining glamorous images and film clips, Dr. Emily Stoehrer will share tales about the jewelry worn on- and off-screen by America’s most famous movie stars. Part of the Spectacular lecture series. Series Pricing: $80, $40 Member, $28 Student; Individual Lecture Pricing: $20, $10 Member, $7 Student Learn more at https://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/events/spectacular-lecture-series/hollywood-glamour-jewelry-silver-screen
Free yourselves of obsolete electronics and more at Hearst Elementary's annual e-cycle: - Drop off your unused or broken electronics or metal objects for recycling (free, except $20 for all TVs, $10 for computer monitors, and $10 for hard drives data destruction) - Document Shred: shred sensitive documents ($5 donation per box to shred) - […]
Explore Hillwood's twenty-five acres of landscaped gardens and lush natural woodlands with your four-legged friend and enjoy activities on the Lunar Lawn. $13 Adult (with 1-2 dogs) / $8 Member (with 1-2 dogs) / $5 child (ages 6-18) / free for children under 6 Learn more at https://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/whats/annual-events-and-festivals/spooky-pooch-howl-o-ween-celebration/spooky-pooch-howl-o-ween-0
Exploring the Sky is an informal program that for over sixty years has offered monthly opportunities for anyone in the Washington area to see the stars and planets through telescopes from a location within the District of Columbia. Sessions are held in Rock Creek Park, in the field just south of the intersection of Military […]