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Volunteers will help remove invasive plants from the trees and the ground in the eastern section of Melvin Hazen Park, a section of Rock Creek Park. Learn more at http://www.rockcreekconservancy.org/what-we-do/upcoming-events/2017-invasive-plant-removal-melvin-hazen-east-9-24-2017
Join the Ward 3 Democrats for a panel discussion organized by the Transportation and Environment Task Force, "Leading the Way on Climate Change: A Green Investment Fund, Carbon Tax and […]
In this dazzlingly-illustrated lecture, visiting scholar Caroline de Guitaut will examine famous diamonds owned by British royals, especially those acquired by monarchs from George IV to Queen Elizabeth II. These […]
Flourish Studios creates custom floral arrangements using locally-sourced blossoms; they'll be on site at Soapstone Market from 10am-2pm. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/events/279392342555493/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3A5%2C%22page_id_source%22%3A1147776755294010%2C%22action_history%22%3A%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D
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. […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 to keep open the lines of communication between Fort Reno and Stevens.” This bus tour by the Alliance to Preserve the Civil War Defenses of […]
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 African Kente strip cloth weaving. Chapuchi grew up among the Ewe weavers near the town of Agbozume, the largest market for Ewe Kente cloth in […]
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 […]
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 […]