D.C. Mentoring and Achievement Program (D.C. MAAP), a new workforce development program in Southwest D.C., opened its doors Saturday, Feb. 16. This new initiative will assist D.C. residents looking for entry-level jobs, particularly in the hospitality, entertainment and service sectors. The economic, racial and physical landscape of Southwest is changing rapidly. By working with local […]
Breast Cancer Support Group Builds Awareness, Honors Local Advocate
The first 2019 meeting of the Thelma D. Jones Breast Cancer Fund (TDJBCF) Support Group, ”An Evening with Renowned Journalist Andrea Roane,” took place Jan. 16 at St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church in SW. Approximately 30 guests, almost all of whom were breast cancer survivors, braved the low temperature and icy streets to attend the meeting […]
Greenleaf Community Honors Local Scholars
Jan. 1 was not only the first day of the year, but it was also the day the Greenleaf Gardens Resident Council Executive Board celebrated our postsecondary students with the Scholar Appreciation Event. The event was held at the Greenleaf Gardens Resident Council Program Center to honor the students of Greenleaf Gardens who are dedicated […]
Community Benefits Group to hold Annual Meeting at Audi Field on March 5
The Near SE/SW Community Benefits Coordinating Council (CBCC) will hold its Annual Meeting at Audi Field on March 5, from 7-9 p.m. The meeting will be in the Heineken Club room, which is just inside the Premium Entrance of Audi Field, between Gate A and Gate B at the corner of Potomac Ave. and First […]
“Four and Twenty Blackbirds”
For more than a hundred years, the National Audubon Society has educated the public on wildlife’s benefit to humanity. It has protected and restored wildlife habitats and implemented policies safeguarding birds and other animals. Since 1998, novice bird watchers and experienced Birders have participated in “The Great Backyard Bird Count.” This four-day, mid-Feb. event is […]
St. John’s Community Services Makes Move to Southwest
St. John’s Community Services (SJCS), a nonprofit pioneer in advancing community support and opportunities for people of all abilities, is moving its headquarters from Georgetown to 901 D. St., SW, across from L’Enfant Plaza. The move coincides with the organization celebrating 150 years of service. “With over 900 dedicated, experienced staff, we advocate tirelessly, fiercely and […]
Meet Victoria Owens (Call her Ms. Vicke)–SWBID Wharf Ambassador
Southwest DC is “the place to be.” We continue to spotlight the dedicated staff of the SWBID who are focused on making Southwest a clean, safe, vibrant community to live, work and visit. Ms. Vicke, pronounced Ms. Vickie, joined SWBID 6 months ago, but she always knew she would work there. A while ago she […]