From a press release:
“In the past week, the community of Parkland, Fla. and Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School (MSD) experienced a tremendous tragedy. Now the DC-area alumni of MSD are raising money for the Stoneman Douglas Victims Fund, established by the Broward County Education Foundation. Proceeds will provide financial assistance to the victims and families of their alma mater. (more…)
From an email:
“Taylor Gourmet has teamed up with the guys at ChiKo for the launch of The Kimcheesy to benefit Chance For Life!!
Starting today and ending March 9th at all local Taylor Gourmet’s (except DCA) The Kimcheesy will be available for $9.99.
A truly glorious collaboration and mash-up of flavors:
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via GoFundMe
From Go Fund Me:
“This is the OFFICIAL GoFundMe for Hank Dietle’s. Thank you for all of your requests to help. We are in the process of planning the initial cleanup and determining insurance coverage for the building.
In the meantime, this fund is being setup to assist with the recovery efforts to help bring Hank Dietle’s back: the very first steps of cleanup, to help our employees who are out of work, musicians out of equipment, purchasing replacement items for rebuilt space.
About Hank Dietle’s Tavern: Montgomery County’s oldest roadhouse! We are a small neighborhood spot right across from the White Flint Mall. Drop by for a game of pool, kick your feet up on their front porch, you can even catch a band on given nights… We are the ONLY bar in the county where you can bring your own food or order food in. At Dietle’s there are no strangers here… Only friends you haven’t met.”
As of 4pm about $3000 has been raised out of the $20,000 goal.
From Nanny’s:
“Please join us on Thursday February 1st starting at 6pm for a fantastic lineup of draught beers by Dogfish Head with proceeds going to Street Sense Media! 20% of our beer sales for the night will be going to help out this great cause with representatives from both Street Sense and Dogfish on hand to talk shop. The drafts for the night include: 120 Minute IPA, Wood-Aged Bitches Brew Imperial Stout, Romantic Chemistry IPA, Siracusa Nera Russian Imperial Stout, Seaquench Sour Ale, Flesh & Blood IPA and Namaste Witbier. Hope to see you out that night with us, drinking great beer for a great cause!”
3319 Connecticut Ave, NW
1811 14th Street, NW
From an email:
“Come with your boo or find a new bae, just in time for Palentine’s Day!
Celebrating 45 years of reproductive freedom, Rock ‘n’ Roe is a fundraiser supporting the education and advocacy work of NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia in collaboration with Lady Parts Justice DC. We all deserve a midwinter celebration, so join us for a night of fun, dancing, drinks, and surprises at this Valentine’s themed dance party!
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Photo by PoPville flickr user Molly Tolzmann
From an email:
“The last few years have seen a resurgence in passion for the show The West Wing, helped by its availability on Netflix, the West Wing Weekly podcast, the ten-year anniversary of the final episode, and, perhaps, the increasing need for many to escape to fictional politics. So what’s next?
From 28th to 30th September 2018, fans of the show will gather just outside Washington DC, in Bethesda, MD.
The weekend will consist of panels, re-enactments, trivia quizzes, dramatic readings, and all things inspired by The West Wing, Aaron Sorkin, and civic and political engagement more broadly. Funds raised through post-Kickstarter ticket sales and a silent auction will be split between Let America Vote, whose Board of Advisers includes Bradley Whitford (who played Josh Lyman) and Eli Attie (a writer and producer on the show), and Justice For Vets, where Melissa Fitzgerald (Carol Fitzpatrick) is Senior Director and for which many of the West Wing cast participated in a PSA in 2016. (more…)
via GoFundMe
Thanks to Tiffani for sending an update on the “crossing guard hit by a motorist who did not stop”. The gofundme page says:
“On Wednesday, December 20th, West Education Campus’ beloved Crossing Guard, Jawan Thompson, was hit from behind by a motorist who did not even stop to see if she was ok. (read more about the accident at the link below) Jawan fractured her neck and broke her pelvis in four places; she is recovering at Washington Medstar Hospital. It is a blessing to greet Jawan each morning and afternoon on your way to/from school. Whether giving you a huge smile and hug, or a dollar bill for your piggy bank when you lost your first tooth, she is thoughtful and caring. It is overwhelming to think that she was injured so badly while working to keep our children safe. Jawan is a special part of our community, and we want to show her how much we love and appreciate her. She is a single mother to two boys, ages 9 and 12, and any amount you can give will be a huge blessing during these months while she is recovering and not able to work. Thank you!”
“Dear PoPville,
LightHouse DC is an incorporated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, founded February 2017 in Washington, DC by nonprofit and community leaders. LightHouse’s mission is to turn empty spaces into homes for homeless or low-income residents who have secured affordable housing. Since starting operations in June 2017, LightHouse has used its unique, collaborative solution to create the stability of a home for 65 individuals — including children, veterans, and families. Unlike any other service in the DC metro area, LightHouse (1) delivers and (2) furnishes for their clients.
– Read more about LightHouse DC here.
– Attend LightHouse’s NYE Gatsby Gala *50% of ticket price is tax deductible*”
Do it!!
116 Rhode Island Ave, NW
From an email:
“My friends over at Drafting Table (14th and Q in Logan Circle) are hosting a toy drive and fundraiser (Friday) to support the KIDS Mobile Medical Clinic/Ronald McDonald Care Mobile’s Annual Toy Drive.
Join us at Drafting Table for a Toy Drive and Fundraiser to support the KIDS Mobile Medical Clinic/Ronald McDonald Care Mobile’s Annual Toy Drive. Please bring a new, unwrapped toy OR monetary donation. Drafting Table will also donate 10% of sales to the Toy Drive.
Wear your best ugly sweater for a chance to win a $50 gift card! Winner will be announced at 8pm.
The KIDS Mobile Medical Clinic/Ronald McDonald Care Mobile’s mission is based on the belief that every child, regardless of financial means, deserves high-quality, comprehensive, continuous health care, delivered in a respectful, caring and family-centered environment. The Annual Toy Drive is an opportunity to meet with patients outside of the typical clinic setting, which further enhances the solid relationship built between families and the KIDS Mobile Medical Clinic.
This Toy Drive and Fundraiser is an opportunity for Drafting Table to bring community members together and help DC families in need – we would love for you to help us, help them!”
1529 14th Street, NW