On Sunday, Jan. 20, St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church will proudly open their new building and ministry located at 222 M St., SW. The Dedication Worship and Celebration will take place at 2:00 p.m. The program will begin with a dedication of the apartment building, followed immediately by celebration worship and […]
Experience New Nature at Artechouse
Art doesn’t have to be painting. Artechouse’s New Nature is a digital display of dazzling colors and changing forms that please the eye and inspire new interpretations of the ecosystems and organic processes all around us. The immersive experience uses your movements and gestures to awaken creatures and plant life in an LED kelp forest, […]
Save the Date: Southwest Transportation Forum
On Monday, Jan. 28, SWNA and ANC6D will co-host the next forum on Southwest transportation issues and the impact on residents and visitors alike. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. at Arena Stage. Representatives from various DC government agencies who work in the sphere of transportation and safety have […]
The 12th Annual Brickies Honor Pillars of the Ward 6 Community
On Wednesday, Dec. 5, Councilmember Charles Allen (D-Ward 6) hosted the 12th Annual Brickies awards and community celebration. Begun by former Ward 6 Councilmember Tommy Wells as the Livable Walkable Awards with engraved bricks as a special honor, the free community event was nicknamed “The Brickies” by the local newspaper “Hill […]
Komen Toastmasters to Host Open House on Jan. 19
Komen Toastmasters is dedicated to helping individuals overcome a fear of public speaking. The organization meets in Southwest twice a month, and has been helping people become confident speakers and leaders for over 20 years. Meetings are structured, so speakers know what to expect, and the club provides feedback on […]
Southwest Community Foundation Awards Major Grant for Duck Pond
The Southwest Community Foundation (SWCF) recently announced a grant of $250,000 to the Southwest Business Improvement District (SWBID). The grant funds, provided by Mill Creek Developers, will support a project that will assess and plan for renovation of the current Duck Pond Park. It will also create a vision for […]
Finding Connection while Finding Your Voice at Komen Toastmasters
Komen Toastmasters meeting in November included Christina Scheltema, Regina Curry, Gus Ferro, Gerry Counihan, Janelle (Jolleen) George, Marlene Fultz and Eric Delk. Photo: Komen Toastmasters Komen Toastmasters offers an important connection with others and a safe, supportive environment for people to learn and practice new skills. According to Janelle George, […]