By Kitty Felde Admit it. Our attention spans have shrunk in this era of social media. It’s even worse with kids. So how do you get a child to put down the phone and pick up a book? One solution, offered by our neighbors to the north, is perfect for […]
Ocean Racing Yachts Stop at The Wharf on Around-the-World Journey
Courtesy of Fredo Vasquez By Southwester Staff The Wharf hosted eleven Clipper 70 ocean racing yachts from June 17-25, with over 200 rac-ing crew resting before the final leg of their eight stage journey circumnavigating the globe, a race of 40,000 nautical miles through the world’s toughest oceans. One of […]
An Evening with Smith Center for Healing and the Arts
By Lisa Simms Booth and Thelma D. Jones In this fast-paced world that we live in today, stress can be overwhelming, and if you are dealing with cancer or other chronic illnesses, it is even worse. Are you interested in exploring ways to cope with stress and creating your own […]
Local Organizations Team Up for Popcorn Fundraiser
By Southwester Staff If you’re hungry for fresh, delicious popcorn, you are in luck. The Thelma D. Jones Breast Cancer Fund (TDJBCF) and Southwest Neighborhood Assembly Youth Activities Task Force (SWNA YATF) have joined forces for a Double Good popcorn fundraiser with proceeds to benefit Southwest DC youth ages 5-25 […]
Young Readers: Survey Says
By Kitty Felde Libraries are gearing up for summer reading programs and teachers are handing out summer reading assignments. Now, it’s up to you to make sure that reading gets done. As you know, it can be a challenge getting your child to actually pick up a book when the […]
Arena Stage Announces New Season, First Lineup Under New Artistic Director
By Southwester Staff Arena Stage announced the ten shows that will comprise its 2024-2025 season, the first led by Artistic Director Hana S. Sharif. The company’s 74th season will feature a mix of new works and reimagined classics, including six world-premiere productions and collaborations with some of the nation’s leading […]
Serve Your City/Ward 6 Mutual Aid Seeks Virtual Tutors
By Katrina Avila Ensuring the safety and well-being of our community has remained a central focus for Serve Your City/Ward 6 Mutual Aid (SYC/W6MA) since its inception. They consistently dedicate themselves to providing essential resources such as food, cleaning supplies, household items, and clothing to our neighbors. The partnership between […]