Thelma D. Jones. Courtesy of Fredo Vasquez By Mike Goodman As the country looks forward to celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – a day of service and “a day on, not a day off” – The Southwester sat down with one of our own community’s volunteer leaders, Thelma D. […]
Young Readers: Kids Can’t Keep their Hands Off these Giftable Books
By Kitty Felde Kids are reading less. A lot less. Just one in three children read every day for pleasure. According to the National Literacy Trust, daily reading by kids between ages eight and 18 has dropped 26 percent over the past two decades. Librarian Rebecca Opalka says she’s been […]
Stunning Retrospective Brings Simone Leigh Full Circle at the Hirshhorn
Simone Leigh, 2021. Photo by Shaniqwa Jarvis. Courtesy of the artist. By Sheila Wickouski A remarkable new exhibit at the Hirshhorn Museum, the first museum retrospective of the work of Simone Leigh, is akin to walking through a memoir of the renowned sculptor’s life. The exhibit, on view through March […]
The Wharf Ice Rink is Back
By Mike Goodman The ice skating rink at The Wharf slid back into action on Nov. 22, and will remain open until Feb. 25. It is a cashless facility, first-come first-serve (no reservations are accepted). Regular hours of operation are: Monday-Tuesday: ClosedWednesday: 4 – 10pmThursday-Friday: 4 – 10pmSaturday: 12 – […]
Gone but Not Forgotten: A Tribute to Dr. Lori Wilson
By Caitlin Leggett Thelma D. Jones and Dr. Lori L. Wilson at the 2022 Tigerlily Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill. Courtesy of the Author. The sounds of smooth jazz played by Mystical Waters’ Saleem Wayne Waters filled the open space inside Westminster Presbyterian Church on an October evening. Shades of […]
Holiday Events and Things to Do In Southwest DC
Season’s Greetings is on display at the U.S. Botanic Garden. Courtesy of Devin Dotson, U.S. Botanic Garden By Southwester Staff Whether you’re entertaining visiting friends and family or enjoying a quiet staycation in the neighborhood, Southwest is brimming with holiday cheer. For special events, menus, parties and celebrations, reach out […]
Open Enrollment Now Available to Connect DC Residents with Health Insurance
By Southwester Staff Eligible DC residents can sign up for affordable health insurance at DCHealthLink.com, the District’s online health insurance marketplace, during the open enrollment period for individuals and families through January 31, 2024. This year, there are 27 private insurance options available from CareFirst BCBS and Kaiser Permanente for […]