Monday, July 29, 2024
Barker's Summer Fun Kids Day Program
The Barker Adoption Foundation
A summer adoption-and fun-focused week for your child to experience more of who they are and who they will become! This new innovative summer program for rising 4th to 8th graders will provide the opportunity for your child to connect with other adopted children and engage in fun outdoor and indoor activities, arts & crafts, and thoughtful adoption-focused exercises to continue building social skills, adoption identity, and confidence. Activities will take place at Barker's Bethesda office and two local parks.
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Event Information
- When: Monday, July 29, 2024 (9:15 AM - 3:30 PM)
- Where: Barker Bethesda Office, 7979 Old Georgetown Road, First Floor, Bethesda, MD 20814 map
- Fee: $475/week
- Contact: Missy Herendeen, (301) 664-9664
- For more information: click here
Friday, August 2, 2024
Community Forklift First Friday
Family fun at the reuse warehouse! Community Forklift will be open late for live music, food and drinks for sale, local artist and vendor booths, and discounts on salvaged and surplus home goods and building materials. Our material donation drop-off bay will be open late too!
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Event Information
- When: Friday, August 2, 2024 (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- Where: Community Forklift, 4671 Tanglewood Dr., Edmonston, MD 20781 map
- Contact: Events Team, (301) 985-5180
- For more information: click here
Friday, September 6, 2024
Community Forklift First Friday
Family fun at the reuse warehouse! Community Forklift will be open late for live music, food and drinks for sale, local artist and vendor booths, and discounts on salvaged and surplus home goods and building materials. Our material donation drop-off bay will be open late too!
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Event Information
- When: Friday, September 6, 2024 (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- Where: Community Forklift, 4671 Tanglewood Dr., Edmonston, MD 20781 map
- Contact: Events Team, (301) 985-5180
- For more information: click here
Friday, September 20, 2024
Britepaths' 40th Anniversary Gala
SAVE THE DATE! We hope you’ll plan to join us in celebrating 40 years of providing help and hope to our Northern Virginia neighbors. Individual tickets will go on sale in July 2024. Sponsorship opportunities at: http://britepaths.org/celebrate40
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Event Information
- When: Friday, September 20, 2024 (6:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
- Where: Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles, 14750 Conference Center Dr, Chantilly, VA 20151 map
- Fee: TBD
- Contact: David Joyner, (703) 273-8829
- For more information: click here
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Cloverleaf Polo Classic
The Cloverleaf Polo Classic is the premier community partnership and largest annual fundraising event to support the mission of Cloverleaf Equine Center. Guests are treated to an afternoon of world-class polo, live and silent auctions, music, drinks and dining in the heart of Virginia's picturesque hunt and wine country. The Cloverleaf Polo Classic showcases the impactful work being done at Cloverleaf to serve children and adults with disabilities, youth from marginalized communities and our recovering military personnel. Gates open at 12:30, opening ceremony to follow at 1:30.
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Event Information
- When: Saturday, September 21, 2024 (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
- Where: Great Meadow, 5089 Old Tavern Rd, The Plains, VA 20198 map
- Fee: $100 adults, $25 children over 5
- Contact: Shelby Morrison, (703) 543-2475
- For more information: click here
Sunday, September 22, 2024
Barker's Annual Family Picnic
The Barker Adoption Foundation
Please plan to join us on Sunday, September 22nd, from 10 AM to 4 PM at Wheaton Claridge Park for a FREE afternoon of fun activities for the whole family to enjoy! Free, but registration is required.
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Event Information
- When: Sunday, September 22, 2024 (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
- Where: Wheaton Claridge Park, 11901 Claridge Road,, Wheaton, MD 20902 map
- Contact: May Kipnis, (301) 664-9664
- For more information: click here
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Food for Others Tysons 5K & Fun Run
Sprinting to Stop Hunger: Lace Up with Food for Others! Join Food for Others at our 11th Annual Tysons 5K & Fun Run (in partnership with the Feed Series)! Last year, we celebrated our largest 5K & Fun Run to date! This year promises to be even more unforgettable as we come together to support our neighbors. In Fairfax County, over 75,000 individuals struggle with food insecurity. Food for Others serves as part of Northern Virginia’s safety net by providing to our neighbors in need. Serving over 3,000 families and 3,900 children (Power Pack Program) a week we need your help raising awareness and supporting our work in the community. Close out Hunger Action Month with Food for Others by lacing up and sprinting (or strolling!) to stop hunger!
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Event Information
- When: Saturday, September 28, 2024 (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM)
- Where: Tysons Corner Center Plaza, 1961 Chain Bridge Rd, Tysons, VA 22102 map
- Fee: $35
- Contact: Anna Slaten, (703) 207-9173
- For more information: click here
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Sitar Arts Center's The Next Stage Gala
Join us in celebration of DC youth and Sitar Arts Center reaching The Next Stage! Sitar Arts Center’s Annual Benefit Gala will feature inspiring performances, a seated dinner, and an online silent auction in the stunning Grand Ballroom at The Mayflower Hotel. The Next Stage Gala raises essential funds for equitable and inclusive arts education and career training for DC's children, teens, and young adults.
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Event Information
- When: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 (6:30 PM - 10:00 PM)
- Where: The Mayflower Hotel, 1127 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036 map
- Fee: $400 ticket
- Contact: Essence Newhoff, (202) 797-2145
- For more information: click here
Saturday, October 19, 2024
BroadFutures Fall Gala 2024: Voices for Change
Join us for an evening dedicated to making a difference as we gather to celebrate the diverse voices shaping impactful change within our community! From our alumni to our employer and university partners, to parents, donors, and community members, your voices each play a vital role in our success and your support is critical to our ability to deliver our mission. This year, we are amplifying the diversity of voices that drive our work and make positive transformation.
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Event Information
- When: Saturday, October 19, 2024 (5:30 PM - 8:00 PM)
- Where: Pent House Rooftop , 1000 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024 map
- Fee: 250
- Contact: jmiller@broadfutures.org, (781) 254-6797
- For more information: click here