Upcoming Ward 8 Meetings


Every Tuesday @ 7:00 pm
Free Zumba Classes
The Professional Building
2101 MLK Jr. Avenue, S.E.
Lower Level
Washington, D.C. 20020

Support Our Parks

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May 2012

Wednesday, May 30, 2012 @ 10:30 am
Ward 8 Environmental Council
CM Barry’s SE Office
2100 MLK Jr. Avenue, S.E.
3rd Floor Conference Room
Washington, D.C. 20020
TOPIC:  Green Roofs at the United States Coast Guard on West Campus of St. E’s

Wednesday, May 30, 2012 @ 6:00 pm
Ward 8 Arts & Culture Committee
1922 MLK Jr. Avenue, S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20020
TOPIC:  DC Arts and Humanities Funding Opportunities ~ This Committee’s mission is to ensure that art and culture are embraced throughout the Ward.

Thursday, May 31, 2012 from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Ferebee Hope Rec Center’s 1st Annual Family, Friends and Community Annual BBQ & Pool Party
Ferebee Hope Recreation Center
3999-8th Street, S.E.
Washington, D.C.


June 2012

Friday, June 1, 2012 @ 1:00 pm
Core Health & Wellness Center Grand Opening
2516 Sheridan Road, S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20020

Saturday, June 2, 2012 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
4th Annual DC Housing Expo ~ The Key to One City
Washington Convention Center
Washington, D.C.
The goal of the event is to bring together all of the District’s housing resources, particularly those related to renters’ rights, housing counseling, homeownership, home improvement, home energy efficiency, foreclosure and financial literacy. This will be accomplished through workshops and an exhibit hall.  DHCD will also provide residents with free credit reports, credit counseling and housing counseling.

Wednesday, June 6, 2012 from 6:00 pm -7:30 pm
Public Meeting on Winkle Doodle Branch Bridge Study
United Medical Center
1310 Southern Avenue, S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20032
Purpose:  Review existing conditions, outline study plan, capture public input and examine ways to:  1) improve pedestrian safety and accessibility, 2) enhance neighborhood aesthetics and identity, 3) increase lighting and visibility, 3) reduce vehicular traffic speeds, 4) improve conditions within the Winkle Doodle Channel.

Saturday, June 9, 2012 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Children’s Environmental Health Forum
United Planning Organization
2907 MLK Jr. Avenue, S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20032
TOPIC:  Lead, Asthma, Mold and Cleaning Alternatives and Solutions for Home Use.  Lunch Provided. To register please call (202) 471-4829 or go towww.childrensnational.org/macche

Monday, June 11, 2012 @ 1:00 pm
Ward 8 Parks Committee Meeting
Oxon Run Park
13th & Mississippi Avenue, S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20020
TOPIC:  Presentations on Upcoming Events in Ward 8 Parks

Tuesday, June 12, 2012 from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
Brownbag Lunch Training ~ Featuring DCRA’s Zoning Division
1104-4th Street, S.W. (Waterfront Metro)
4th Floor Conference Room (E-4302)
Washington, D.C. 20024
Email confirmation of your attendance to: Cecilia.arce@dc.gov

Tuesday, June 12, 2012 @ 6:00 pm
Ward 8 Transportation Task Force
CM Barry’s SE Office
2100 MLK Jr. Avenue, S.E.
3rd Floor Conference Room
Washington, D.C. 20020
TOPIC:  South Capitol Interchange

Wednesday, June 13, 2012 @ 10:00 am
Ward 8 Workforce Development Council
DC Department of Employment Services
4058 Minnesota Avenue, S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20020

Wednesday, June 13, 2012 @ 11:30 am
William Lockridge Library Grand Opening
115 Atlantic Street, S.W.
Washington, D.C.

Friday, June 15, 2012 @ 10:30 am
Ward 8 Health Council
Anacostia Health Center
1500 Galen Street, S.E. (on the side of the Frederick Douglass Home)
Washington, D.C. 20020
TOPIC: Services Available at New Anacostia Health Center

Wednesday, June 20, 2012 from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Senior Nature Walk and Tai Chi
Oxon Run Park
13th & Mississippi Avenue, S.E.
Amphitheatre
Washington, D.C. 20020
Join us as Ward 8 Residents Walk and Move in Harmony in the Park

Thursday, June 21, 2012 @ 6:00 pm  (NEW)
Ward 8 Education Community Meeting with Trayon White
CM Barry’s SE Office
2100 MLK Jr. Avenue, S.E.
3rd Floor Conference Room
Washington, D.C. 20020
TOPIC:  Ward 8 Education Agenda ~ No More School Closures in Ward 8

Tuesday, June 26, 2012 @ 6:00 pm (NEW)
Special Community Meeting with Trayon White on New Legislation for DCPS Students
Location to be Announced
TOPIC:Chairman Kwame Brown Speaks About New Legislation Requirements for All DC Public School High School Students

Wednesday, June 27, 2012 @ 10:30 am
Ward 8 Environmental Council
CM Barry’s SE Office
2100 MLK Jr. Avenue, S.E.
3rd Floor Conference Room
Washington, D.C. 20020
TOPIC:  Anacostia River Restoration

Friday, June 29, 2012 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Ward 8 Health Summit
United Medical Center
1310 Southern Avenue, S.E.
Auditorium
Washington, D.C. 20020
TOPIC:  Stress & Its Impact on Health Disparities


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