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Friday, February 28, 2014
Pope Branch Invasive Plant Species Removal
Anacostia Watershed Society
Please join the Anacostia Watershed Society as we work to restore Pope Branch. We will be removing invasive plants and vines in Pope Branch Park in Washington, DC — and we need your help!
When: Fri Feb 28 2014 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Where: Pope Branch Park, 3300 block of N. St SE, Washington, DC 20019
Fee? no
Volunteer Info: Remove invasive plants & vines in Pope Branch Park. Please note: Bending, lifting, walking, and digging will be required. If you think this will be problematic, please contact us or join us for another event. Dress in layers!
Contact: Ann DeSanctis, (301) 699-6204 ext 109
For more information: click here
Bowen McCauley Modern Master Class @ Joy of Motion
Bowen McCauley Dance
Join Bowen McCauley Dance (BMD) for a dance master class with acclaimed Artistic Director and Choreographer, Lucy Bowen McCauley. This class will focus on contemporary movement featuring ballet and modern dance technique. Experience the artistic process first-hand as BMD guides you through original choreography, teaching excerpts from the company repertoire. Sign up here: http://www.joyofmotion.org/adult-program/adult-workshops-and-master-classes/ Don’t miss BMD’s performance of From the Ground Up, on Friday, March 7 at 7:00 p.m. at the Atlas Performing Arts Center, Sprenger Theatre, 1333H Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002. BMD is presented as part of INTERSECTIONS at the Atlas Performing Arts Center, Feb 21- March 8, 2014. Tickets are $22.00 and $16.50 students/seniors. For more information, visit www.bmdc.org/upcoming or call the Atlas Box Office (202) 399-7993 x 2.
When: Fri Feb 28 2014 (7:00 PM – 9:00 PM)
Where: Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
Fee? yes $25 in advance; $30 day of workshop
Contact: Joy of Motion, (202) 399-6763
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The Cole Porter Project
The In Series
“A trip to the moon on gossamer wings,” says the song, as our swellegant party celebrates Cole Porter’s incomparable words-and-music. Come and revisit the work of an American master who defined the sophisticated soul of a complex era! Conceived and Directed by Steven Scott Mazzola and Greg Stevens Music Director: Paul Leavitt
When: Fri Feb 28 2014 (8:00 PM)
Where: SOURCE, 1835 14th St., NW, Washington, DC 20009
Fee? yes $38 general; $35 seniors;: $20 students and children
Volunteer Info: Usher, box office
Contact: Gregory Stuart, Executive Assistant, (202) 204-7765
For more information: click here
Saturday, March 01, 2014
Caregiver Rejuvenation Retreat
Smith Center for Healing and the Arts
Caregiver retreats cater to the unique needs that caregivers face. They aim to help strengthen innate healing mechanisms by offering tips for stress reduction, good nutrition, and more, in a supportive small-group environment.
When: Sat Mar 1 2014 (08:45 AM – 1:30 PM)
Where: Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, 1632 U St. NW, Washington, DC 20009
Fee? yes $30 and application
Contact: Adrienne Dern, (202) 483-8600
For more information: click here
The Cole Porter Project
The In Series
“A trip to the moon on gossamer wings,” says the song, as our swellegant party celebrates Cole Porter’s incomparable words-and-music. Come and revisit the work of an American master who defined the sophisticated soul of a complex era! Conceived and Directed by Steven Scott Mazzola and Greg Stevens Music Director: Paul Leavitt
When: Sat Mar 1 2014 (8:00 PM)
Where: SOURCE, 1835 14th St., NW, Washington, DC 20009
Fee? yes $38 general; $35 seniors;: $20 students and children
Volunteer Info: Usher, box office
Contact: Gregory Stuart, Executive Assistant, (202) 204-7765
For more information: click here
Sunday, March 02, 2014
The Cole Porter Project
The In Series
“A trip to the moon on gossamer wings,” says the song, as our swellegant party celebrates Cole Porter’s incomparable words-and-music. Come and revisit the work of an American master who defined the sophisticated soul of a complex era! Conceived and Directed by Steven Scott Mazzola and Greg Stevens Music Director: Paul Leavitt
When: Sun Mar 2 2014 (3:00 PM)
Where: SOURCE, 1835 14th St., NW, Washington, DC 20009
Fee? yes $38 general; $35 seniors;: $20 students and children
Volunteer Info: Usher, box office
Contact: Gregory Stuart, Executive Assistant, (202) 204-7765
For more information: click here
Tuesday, March 04, 2014
Introduction to Rooftop Urban Agriculture
dc greenworks
With Green Roofs for Healthy Cities, learn about multiple approaches to growing food on rooftops through design and maintenance principles, and case studies drawn from across North America. This course: Familiarizes participants with the diversity of physical applications of urban agriculture and the growing technologies that apply. Explores the social, environmental and economic benefits of urban agriculture and rooftop farming. Describes the governance, personnel and economic options for implementing urban agriculture and rooftop farming systems and operations. Examines the conditions that lead to a successful urban agriculture project. Identifies strategies for overcoming common challenges associated with developing an urban agriculture/rooftop farming project. Describes basic installation and maintenance principles. Led by Ben Flanner, Head Farmer & Co-Founder, Brooklyn Grange and Peter Ensign, Executive Director of DC Greenworks
When: Tue Mar 4 2014 (09:00 AM – 12:30 PM)
Where: The George Washington University Marvin Center, 800 21st St. NW; Room 413/414, Washington, DC 20052
Fee? yes $175 for GRHC members; $199 for non-members. Includes 85-page course manual
Contact: Green Roofs for Healthy Cities, (416) 971-4494 ext 228
For more information: click here
Washington Bach Consort presents the FREE Noontime Cantata Series
Washington Bach Consort
Cantata: Herr, wie du willt, so schicks mit mir, BWV 73 Toccata in F# Minor (transcribed for organ), BWV 910 Organ Soloist: Jeremy Filsell A Washington DC tradition described by the Washingtonian as a “hidden gem,” the Noontime Cantata Series at Church of the Epiphany in downtown DC provides respite?from the busy workday and the stress of city life. Each fifty minute concert consists of a cantata and an organ piece introduced by J. Reilly Lewis and performed by orchestra, chorus and soloists.
When: Tue Mar 4 2014 (12:00 NOON)
Where: Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G Street, NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20005
Fee? no
Contact: Janet Mullany, (202) 429-2121
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Wednesday, March 05, 2014
Whine/Wine Wednesday
DC Diaper Bank
Come join us Wednesday nights for Whine/Wine Wednesday! Bring your own “whine” or wine! Help us bundle diapers for the families we serve and make great new friends.
When: Wed Mar 5 2014 (6:30 PM – 8:30 PM)
Where: DC Diaper Bank Warehouse 8858 Monard Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Fee? no
Volunteer Info: Sorting and packing diapers; helping with other inventory
Contact: Corinne Cannon, (202) 656-8503
Raising a Bookworm
Reading Partners?
You are invited to join Reading Partners for a workshop for parents to learn how to support early readers. This workshop is ideal for parents with children ages zero to eight. Reading Partners’ staff of experienced educators will take participants through ten methods to support their children in reading. Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/raising-a-bookworm-strategies-to-support-early-readers-tickets-10052097093
When: Wed Mar 5 2014 (6:30 PM – 8:30 PM)
Where: St. Albans School Refectory, 3001 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20016
Fee? yes $50 Registration
Contact: Cielo Contreras, (202) 701-9110
Thursday, March 06, 2014
Lights, Camera, Fashion “First Dibs” Kickoff Party!
Stone Soup Films
We invite you to our “First Dibs” Kickoff Party for Stone Soup Films 2nd Annual Lights, Camera, Fashion Pop up Shop to be held on March 6th from 7-9:30 PM. The shop will be open on the 7th and 8th from 10-6 PM. We have collected dozens of racks worth of designer clothes from DC’s most stylish women. All proceeds go towards the production of promotional films for DC nonprofits. We encourage you to shop, sip, and snack your way to total happiness. Fill your closet while helping your community’s nonprofits. Visit http://bit.ly/1jXgbqW for more information and to purchase your “First Dibs” tickets!
When: Thu Mar 6 2014 (7:00 PM – 9:30 PM)
Where:??3330 Cadey’s Alley NW, Georgetown, DC 20007
Fee? yes $40 “First Dibs” Kickoff Party Tickets
Volunteer Info: We are in need of volunteers to help cashier, monitor dressing rooms and rehang clothing items. If you are interested in volunteering please email me, thanks!
Contact:??Megan Orr, (202) 337-1070
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