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capitolstreets bulletin board East Hall Open for Business Mayor Fenty marked the Eastern Market East Hall’s opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Aug. 25, 9:30 AM, less than four months after the market’s South Hall was destroyed by fire. The South Hall’s merchants have all relocated to the temporary East Hall – the South Hall is expected to reopen in 2009 – across Seventh Street SE from the South Hall. For pictures of the Aug. 25 ceremony, visit www.saveeasternmarket.org. Eastern Market Potters Move to Third Street NE Following a 10-week search for space, the Eastern Market potters found space at a carriage house studio at 320 Third St. NE (at rear on alleyway). There will be four evening classes - Monday through Thursday, a Saturday morning workshop series beginning in October, and studio use-for-fee arrangements. Enrollment is now open for evening classes that begin Sept. 10. 202-544-6669 or cbrome@ earthlink.net. Spotted on the Hill: The Barn Swallow Photos and text by Peter Vankevich The Barn Swallow, Hirundo rustica, is part of a group of passerine birds in the family Hirundinidae which are characterized by their adaptation to aerial feeding for its main food source which is insects. It prefers open habitats and rivers, so you are more likely to see this bird on the edges of Capitol Hill. The Barn Swallow’s song consists of a series of twitters, squeaks and chatter. It is the most common swallow in the world. The reason for its abundance can be surmised from its name. Whereas many bird species have suffered from loss of habitat to accommodate human needs, the Barn Swallow has adapted to human created environments. Originally this bird preferred nesting in hollow trees, rock crevices and caves. Over the past couple of centuries, it has been highly adaptive by building its mud nest in man-made structures such as the eaves of buildings, boat docks and bridges The word “swallow” appears to derive from an old English word meaning to move to and fro which is one way to categorize its flight pattern. They have been clocked at more than 45 mph; though to me, trying to photograph one in flight is like hitting a pitch with the speed of Roger Clemens and the predictability of a Tim Wakefield knuckleball in 90 degree weather. I was fortunate to catch this one in a rare resting mode at Congressional Cemetery. In spite of its speed, the Barn Swallow is rather easily identified in flight by its long-forked tail which separates it from other swallows and another unrelated aerial forager, the Chimney Swift, that is far more frequently seen on Capitol Hill. Other diagnostics include creamy belly color, reddish throat and dark blue upper parts. Barn Swallows are long-distance migrants, arriving in the spring from wintering grounds in South America. Bird tip: In September, especially in the late afternoon, keep your eyes open for another spectacular flyer, migrating Common Nighthawks. They are long-winged brown birds with a white patch in the wing. They may be seen feeding on insects with the black-hooded Laughing Gulls. Eastern Market Stars in Political Thriller, Sept. 5 Director Ridley Scott and Production Designer Arthur Max of Warner Bros.’ latest political thriller, “Body of Lies” will transform Eastern Market Sept. 5 into an Amsterdam market with vendors selling flowers and other items to shoppers. Russell Crowe and Leonardo DiCaprio star in the movie. In the scene, it is basically a normal day at the market until a small explosion (flash of light, smoke and sound as if it were firecrackers in the distance) occurs in a car on Seventh St. SE between North Carolina Avenue and C Street. Two cars will mechanically be overturned in the street and there will be “extras” placed around the scene to add realism to the special effect. Any questions or concerns, call 202-727-6608. Overbeck Lecture: Our Neighborhood’s River and the Nation’s Capitol Hill historian John Wennersten leads off the Overbeck History Season Sept. 11, 8 PM, at the Naval Lodge Hall, with a look at the significance of the Anacostia River to the city and the nation. The lecture explores the early days of capital building, when the river figured largely in L’Enfant’s vision of Washington, and the Civil War-era transformation of the waterway. 330 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. Free, but reservation required. Reserve a seat by e-wwmailing OverbeckLecture@aol.com or call 202-544-1845, www.capitolhillhistory.org. 40 ★ HillRag | September 2007 Southwest Mall Closing Permanently in September The Southwest Mall will be closing permanently between Sept. 8 - 15. CVS and Bank of America will relocate to temporary buildings along M Street prior to the second week of September making way for the closing of the mall. Once the mall is closed, the parking north of the mall will also be closed and retail parking on the south side will be limited to one hour. Metro and Safeway access will remain as is. After the closing, it will take a couple months to acquire the necessary raze permit to commence demolition, and new construction will proceed immediately. The first phase of construction is expected to being as early as late 2009 and be phased in over the first half of 2010. Eastern Market Music Series Continues in September The live music continues outside Port City Java on Sundays through September. It’s the perfect opportunity to support commerce and art at the same time. Information about the artists can be found at www.capitolhillcommunityfoundation.org. The September schedule is: Sept. 2, 10:30 AM, Alexandria Kleztet (Klezmer); 1 PM, Barretones (Bluegrass, Alternative Country). Sept. 9, 10:30 AM, Travessia (Brazilian Jazz); 1 PM, Sears Trio (Blues, Jazz, Samba). Sept. 16, 10:30 AM, Reverb (A Capella R&B, Gospel); 1 PM, Blue Rhythm Boys (Acoustic Blues, Swing). Sept. 23, 10:30 AM, Dead Mans Hollow (Bluegrass, Americana); 1 PM, Shackbreakers (Acoustic Blues). Sept. 30, 10:30 AM, Barrelhouse Brawl (Hokum Blues, New Orleans Jazz); 1 PM, Irish Breakfast Band (w/ Boyle School of Irish Dance). For more information, visit www.capitolhillcommunityfoundation.org. Market 5 Gallery Happenings Saturdays for fall, “Jazz at Eastern Market” under the tent at Seventh Street and North Carolina Avenue SE, young jazz musicians will be showcased as a compliment to the Saturday Market Festival. Sept. 19 and 26, Noon-1 PM, Laughing Yoga with Vera Oye Ya Anna, donations gratefully accepted. Sept. 21-28 after 5 PM, “The Sign of The Times Youth Art Show,” free. Sept. 29, 9 PM-1 AM, Evening of Hand Dancing, presented by TOA Productions with DJ KK the Dog, $10 admission at the door, contact Avon Tate at 202-256-1476 or 202-388-7796. Market 5 Gallery is located at 201 Seventh St. SE. 202-543-7293. Jewish High Holiday Services on the Hill The Hill Havurah will conduct services again this year at 801 North Carolina Ave. SE. All are welcome. No cost to members but voluntary contributions from guests & visitors are encouraged. Limited child care will be available. The schedule is: Rosh Hashanah Eve – Sept. 12, 7 PM; Rosh Hashanah Day, Sept. 13, 10 AM; Tashlich on the Anacostia – Sept. 13, 3 PM; Kol Nidre Services – Sept. 21, 7 PM; Yom Kippur – Sept. 22, 10 AM; Neilah Service/Break Fast – Sept. 22, 6 PM. www.hillhavurah.org Community Building at Townhomes on Capitol Hill Dedication Ceremony Community leaders will speak at a special dedication ceremony Sept. 16, 2-4 PM, honoring the late Fran Taylor, one of the visionaries who helped create the attractive, mixed-income development out of the ruins of the old Ellen Wilson public housing complex. 750 Sixth St. SE. 202-547-0603. Historic Congressional Cemetery, Bicentennial Day of Remembrance The Congressional Cemetery holds a day of remembrance Sept. 16, promising an afternoon filled with “old fashioned Memorial Day” activities. Gates open at 11 AM, and the day officially begins with an “Hour of Honor” from 1-2 PM, when families and affinity groups can place flowers, flags, pebbles, balloons or other mementoes at the graves of their loved ones, members of their organizations, or those they honor. A Remembrance Service at 2 PM capitalcommunitynews.com ★ 41 is followed by a formal military wreath laying and honor guard dedication to all those buried at Congressional Cemetery. After the service, the United States Navy Band performs a patriotic concert to continue the theme of service to country that those who rest at Congressional Cemetery exemplify. Free. 1801 E St. SE. www.congressionalcemetery.org. rium. For information or questions, contact Chuck Burger, vice chair at 202-258-5316 or chuckburger@hotmail.com. “What To Wear” Fall 2007 – Fashion Show Fundraiser Capital City Church hosts a “fashionable” fundraiser Sept. 28, 7 PM, at Stuart-Hobson Middle School. The evening features a fashion show of flattering styles for all body types, teachings on positive body images and health, videos of live street interviews, fondue and appetizers. All net proceeds go to Capitol Hill Cluster Schools. $25 by Sept. 24. 410 E St. NE. 202-234-3716, www.capitalcitychurchdc.org/whattowear. CHRS Preservation Café: Zoning 101 Capitol Hill Restoration Society Zoning Committee Chair Gary Peterson will lead a seminar focusing on the technical aspects of zoning regulations, Sept. 19, 6:30 PM, Ebenezer’s Coffeehouse. Topics include variances, special uses, parking, planned unit developments, overlay districts and more. Free. 201 F St. NE. 202-546-5211, www.chrs.org. Capitol Hill Village Opens Oct. 1 CHV will officially open for business Oct. 1. On that day, members will be able to call the office for a wide variety of assistance and activities to help them remain healthy and happy in their own homes as they grow older. During the month of September, all members will help prepare for the opening by testing the system – requesting services from the CHV office, signing up for educational or social activities, and volunteering their services. CHV is planning an event in October to celebrate the launch; details as to date, time and location will be posted by September. 202- DCPS Seeks School-Neighbor Partnerships on National Good Neighbor Day DCPS is considering using National Good Neighbor Day, Sept. 23, among others, as an opportunity to build sustainable, long-term school-neighbor partnerships. Do you have any ideas for how DCPS could be reaching out to neighbors and encouraging such partnerships? What should DCPS do to encourage neighbors to be part of their neighborhood school community? Send any ideas or thoughts to Marc Borbely, borbely@FixOurSchools.net, or to Margie Yeager, Margery.Yeager@k12.dc.us, at DCPS. CHRS Community Forum on Education with Michelle Rhee DC Public Schools Chancellor Michelle Rhee will meet with Capitol Hill residents for a second time, Sept. 25, 6:30 PM, at Maury Elementary School. Rhee will discuss lessons learned from this year’s school opening and the first month of school operations. Before Rhee’s presentation, Elizabeth Nelson will lead a tour of the school’s library from 6-6:30 PM. 1250 Constitution Ave. NE. 202543-3512. EMCAC to Elect New Officers The Eastern Market Community Advisory Committee will elect new officers Sept. 26 during its regularly scheduled 7 PM meeting at the Old Naval Hospital. Current member representatives are eligible to serve as officers; all nominations must be in by Sept. 15. EMCAC is the District’s legislatively established body entrusted with advisory and oversight responsibilities for the operations, management and renovation of Eastern Market. EMCAC meetings are generally held on the last Wednesday of each month at the Old Naval Hospital at 901 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. or the Eastern Market Natato42 ★ HillRag | September 2007 Dan Tangherlini, City Administrator and Capitol Hill resident, attends the opening of the new Eastern Hall of the Eastern Market accompanied by his daughter and puppy. “Now we need to train that darn puppy to look at the camera,” states Tangherlini. 543-1778, www.capitolhillvillage.org. H Street Moratorium on Single Sales Effective Oct. 1 The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board published final rules Aug. 24 in the DC Register to implement the proposed H Street NE moratorium on single sales of alcohol, representing the final official action needed to set an effective date for the moratorium – Oct. 1. Advisory Neighborhood Commission 6A first asked the board to issue a moratorium in September 2006. After hearing from the public, Mayor Fenty, Councilmember Tommy Wells, the Metropolitan Police Department and others, the board found support for the measure and in February proposed a three-year moratorium on the sale of singles from the 700 to 1400 block of H Street NE. The DC Council approved the moratorium July 10. “We’ve seen the effect a singles ban can have in other neighborhoods. I’m proud to support the ANC and residents to put the moratorium in effect and begin calming the chaos on H Street NE,” said Councilmember Wells in a statement. EMCAC July Meeting During the monthly Eastern Market Community Advisory Committee meeting, two motions were made and passed. Ellen Opper-Weiner suggested a traffic study to assess whether Seventh Street should be kept closed or be opened, and the impact on business of each option. The EMCAC voted to send a letter to the District Department of Transportation requesting the study of Seventh Street traffic and the impact of the street closing on business. Monte Edwards reported on the streetscape citing funding as one reason why the streetscape project had not begun – the $1.7 million appropriated for the streetscape was repurposed to build the temporary structure. EMCAC voted to send a letter to DDOT asking for assurance that the money for the Seventh Street streetscape will be restored. For more informacapitalcommunitynews.com ★ 43 tion on the EMCAC, visit www.easternmarketdc.com/blog. Want Trees? The North Lincoln Park Neighborhood Association will be partnering with Trees for Capitol Hill to plant trees on public property again this fall. Funds from the NLPNA and TCH will be used to match neighbors’ contributions. Neighbors wishing to sponsor a tree must commit to digging the hole, assisting with the planting, and watering for the first two years. To sponsor a tree, call 202-5433512 or e-mail elizabeth_knits@yahoo.com with “trees” as the subject. – As reported in the Buzz. items nailed down. The sale is first come first serve until complete liquidation, and items are priced from $1-$7,000. To view sales items, visit www.nclsales.com. The hotel will reopen in 2009. 2650 Virginia Ave. NW. Dorkbot DC Meets at Marian Koshland Science Museum The September meeting of Dorkbot DC – whose motto is “people doing strange things with electricity” – takes place Sept. 10, 7-9 PM. Dorkbot is a technological arts organization made up of local chapters around the world where artists, engineers, programmers, and others share their work with the public and their peers. During the September meeting, mechatronic and robotic artist Thomas Edwards will present his work “Touch”; Conrad Barski will present his work on the PicnicMob.Org Web site; and interactive video artist Philip Kohn will discuss some of his new work that combines live video cameras with computers to place participants in virtual worlds. Free. Sixth and E streets NW. 202334-1201, www.dorkbot.org/dorkbotdc Adopt a Thirsty Tree Near Your Home Today It’s late in the season, and Capitol Hill has already lost many trees, particularly those planted in the last year or two, but trees still hanging on may survive if they receive supplemental water now. It’s best to let the water trickle for 20-30 minutes. Tree gators (those green plastic bags) or buckets with a small hole work well. Some watering devices are available. Contact Mark at 301-985-7913 or mgrace@umuc.edu with “Trees” as the subject. – As reported in the Buzz. DC Grooves Presents MC Hammer, Willie Colon and Little Richard The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities announces the return of Washington’s much anticipated evening outdoor concert series – DC Grooves, Sept. 6, 14 and 20, from 7-9 PM. This year’s lineup features three internationally renowned performers: MC Hammer, Willie Colón and Little Richard. DC Grooves precedes the city’s fourth annual Dance DC Festival, which is sponsored by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, Sept. 28-30. The concerts are held at the Woodrow Wilson Plaza at the Ronald Reagan building and International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. 202-724-5613, www.dcarts.dc.gov. Casey Trees Fall Citizen Forester Class Schedule Sign up for free classes about trees, tree planting and stewardship through Casey Trees’ Citizen Forester program. Citizen Foresters are local volunteers trained by Casey Trees to serve the DC community by helping to restore, enhance and protect our city’s tree canopy. September’s class schedule can be found online at www.caseytrees.org. Call 202-833-4010 for more information. Higher Achievement Needs Mentors The Higher Achievement Program is a year-round academic enrichment community for middle school students that provides: help with homework, dinner, and challenging classes in math, literature and technology. Mentors are needed to work with a small group of intellectually curious fifth- and sixth-graders once a week at the Neighborhood Achievement Center. Higher Achievement supplies the challenging curricula, training, and support. You provide the commitment and love. Call Karen Berry, 202-544-3633, or visit www.higherachievement.org. Dance Institute of Washington Announces Fall Schedule of Adult Dance Classes The fall session runs Sept. 4 to Dec. 21. The schedule includes ballet, modern and Brazilian samba taught to all skill levels on weekday evenings and Saturday afternoon. Drop-in classes are $12; an eight class card is $88; and a 16 class card is $160. 3400 14th St. NW. 202-371-9656, www.danceinstitute.org. Audition Call for “SouthSide,” a DreamCity Theatre Group Production Auditions for “SouthSide” will be held Sept. 16, 1-3 PM, at the Mead Theatre Lab at Flashpoint. Casting: African-American male/female ages 16 to 50 and Caucasian male/female ages 22 to 40. The play, written and compiled by John Muller, examines the community and citywide response to youth Watergate Hotel Items Will Be Liquidated in Public Sale To prepare for renovation, the historic Watergate Hotel will be selling everything down to the shell, Sept. 6, 9 AM. Furniture, fixtures, equipment, décor, accessories, even 44 ★ HillRag | September 2007 violence in light of the aftermath of the 2004 fatal shooting of James “J-Rock” Richardson at Ballou Senior High School in Southeast, DC, and the 1994 killing of Robert “Yummy” Sandifer in Chicago. Mead Theatre Lab is at 916 G St. NW. One minute monologue required, call or e-mail to confirm audition time. 202-236-3413, Southside. dreamcity@gmail.com. Mayor Adrian Fenty’s DiverseCity Job Fair Mayor Fenty hosts the fourth annual DiverseCITY Job Fair Sept. 21, 10 AM-4 PM at the National Building Museum. The purpose of the fair is to increase opportunities for qualified bilingual and limited English proficient individuals to find jobs and employers to diversify their work force. Over 150 vendors expected, representing government, technology, finance, service industry and more. Free participation for all. 401 F St. NW. 202-727-0729, www.apia.dc.gov. The Humane Society Walk for the Animals Spend Sept. 23 on the National Mall with your dog and family while supporting efforts to end pet homelessness. Check-in begins at 11 AM, and the walk steps off at 1 PM. Events include “Find the Bone” mutt hunt, canine agility course and “Best Dressed Canine” contest. Meet pet personalities like Tamar Geller, a best-selling author and celebrity life coach for dogs, McGruff the Crime Dog and Jelly the Publicity Hound. Proceeds go to efforts to end pet homelessness. The Sylvan Theater, near the base of the Washington Monument. $20/ individuals; $50/family of four. 202-676-2396, www.humanesocietywalk.org Relationship Coaching Would you like to learn how to establish and maintain healthy relationships? Personal/Family/Work Results Guaranteed!!! WETA 90.9 FM Premiers Programs Showcasing Local Concerts Highlights for September include a live broadcast of the National Symphony Orchestra’s season-opening ball concert on Sept. 16 at 7 PM; and broadcasts 10TH STREET 1 AUTO REPAIRS Serving Capitol Hill for over 25 years Family-owned & Operated Certified Mechanics Foreign & Domestic 518 10th St., NE (MD & 10th St., NE) Monday-Friday: 8 am – 6 pm • 240-350-2147 544-1110 capitalcommunitynews.com ★ 45 of the Washington National Opera on “Classical WETA Opera House” Saturday afternoons at 1:30 PM. The new Classical WETA program “Front Row Washington” will debut with performances from the National Gallery of Art concert series on Mondays at 9 PM. DC Council Committee on Economic Development Hearing Schedule Councilmember Kwame Brown, chair of the Committee on Economic Development, will hold a public hearing on B17-287 “Omnibus Sports Consolidation Amendment Act of 2007”; B17-298 “Disposition of the Skyland Shopping Center Site Approval Act of 2007”; and B17-340 “National Capital Revitalization Corporation and Anacostia Waterfront Corporation Reorganization Act of 2007,” Sept. 24, 2 PM or immediately following the morning’s roundtable in the council chamber. To testify, contact John Adams at 202-7276683 or Jadams@DCCouncil.us by Sept. 21. Written statements submitted by Sept. 28 will be made part of the official record. 1350 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. The committee will hold a hearing on the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development activities concerning Projects on the Southwest Waterfront, Hill East, Poplar Point, Canal Park and Kingman Island, Oct. 1 at Noon in the council chamber. To testify, contact John Adams at 202727-6683 or Jadams@DCCouncil.us by Sept. 28. Written statements submitted by Oct. 5 will be made part of the official record. 1350 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Georgetown University Presents Fall Friday Music Series The Department of Music’s Friday Music Series brings an eclectic selection of musical talent, Fridays, 1:15 PM, to McNeir Hall on the Georgetown University campus. Music ranges from Cajun Jazz to Italian Opera and classical Indian vocal works. Free. 202-6876933, performingarts.georgetown.edu. Community Learning Center Offers Adult Education Opportunities The 21st Century Community Learning Center Soaring to Success Program at Young America Works Public Charter Vocational High School is sponsoring a variety of learning opportunities for adults throughout the city. All classes will be held at Young America Works Public Charter Vocational High School. The Community Adult Learning Lab activity schedule is Mon-Thu, 5:30-7 PM. Refreshments and childcare available. Preregistration is required. Classes begin Sept. 17 and include: Mondays, Microsoft Office Certification Class; Tuesdays, Parenting Class “Raising Great Teens”; Wednesdays, PLATO Learning Adult Literacy; and Thursdays, Open Computer Lab. All courses are open to DC residents. Register by calling Young America Works Public Charter Vocational High School at 202-722-9395 Ms. Faal (ext. 238) or Ms. Coates (ext. 221). The school is located at 6015-17 Chillum Road NE. DCPS Students Return to “Buffed, Scrubbed and Beautified” Schools The mayor’s Summer Blitz and Targeted Repair program, Buff & Scrub program and the annual DCPS beautification day targeted dozens of DC public schools in need of fresh paint, plumbing repairs, new air conditioning units, heating maintenance, electrical repairs, modernization of athletic fields, landscaping and exterior cleanup. Schools not included in the summer initiatives will receive similar upgrades during the school year as part of the estimated $120 million School Stabilization Program. Latino Economic Development Corporation Workshops Register now for September workshops. Small Business Accounting, Sept. 8 (Spanish), 9-Noon. A participatory workshop that teaches an accounting system designed especially for small businesses that report their taxes using the Schedule C. Internet Marketing workshop, Sept. 12 (English) & 26 (Spanish), 10 AM-Noon. Free workshop provides an overview of the various options there are to build a Web site from design to hosting and domain names. Money Management, Sept. 29 (Spanish), 9 AM-1 PM. A financial literacy workshop that teaches money management skills financial planning. Classes held at LEDC, 2316 18th St. NW. For more information or to sign-up please contact Trisha Clauson at 202-588-5102 ext. 12 or tclauson@ledcdc.org. District of Columbia School Achievement Data Shows Incremental Gains The 2006-2007 achievement data from the state test known as the District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessment System showed gains over last year’s scores, although many of the 191 schools tested did not reach proficiency standards. Overall, 42 schools made Adequate Yearly Progress in reading and mathematics, an increase over the 33 schools that made AYP in 2005-2006. The most significant gains were made in math – 30.5 percent of elementary students reached proficiency in math, a 3.7 percent increase. www.dcps.k12.dc.us. PCSB Releases 2007 AYP Results The DC Public Charter School Board released the summary AYP results of schools 46 ★ HillRag | September 2007 Spanish Classes on the Hill Effective and enjoyable learning for Adults, Children, and Teens New Classes Starting Third Week of September, Register by Sept. 10 and receive a 10% discount! Ana Levenson, Director • Day-Evening-Weekend Classes • Private instruction or small group classes • Lively classes taught by experienced native speakers • State of the art materials and methodology • Tutoring available Instituto de Español Capitol Hill Ana Levenson, Director 202-460-3982 www.spanishonthehill.com instituto_espanol@yahoo.com (3 blocks from Eastern Market metro stop) capitalcommunitynews.com ★ 47 Grubb’s Pharmacy Where Customers are Family! IT’S FINALLY DONE! Join Us for Our Grand Reopening on September 10th Festivities Begin at 6:30 PM Call for Details under its oversight. Ten of the 34 eligible campuses made AYP in reading, math and attendance, according to the standards established last year by the DC State Education Agency. Twelve schools were ineligible for AYP analysis because their school populations did not meet the minimum size required or do not serve students in the grades tested. Of the remaining 22 schools, all but one made AYP in at least one category. Last year, only four of the eligible campuses made AYP in all categories. Visit www.dcpubliccharter.com to see the summary. The Washington Latin School Ranks Highest Among DC Charter Schools In its first year of operation, The Washington Latin School, a publicly chartered classical school serving grades five through eight, ranked highest in academic performance among DC public charter schools. In the District of Columbia DC Comprehensive Assessment Standard examination, Latin placed first in English and third in math among charter schools. Moreover, Latin is one of the top ten performing schools in the entire District (over 200 charter and traditional DCPS schools). Latin is located at 3855 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-223-1111, www.washingtonlatin.org. DC Catholic Schools Hire New Principals Students at eight of the 87 parish elementary schools in the Archdiocese of Washington were greeted by new principals this fall. Three District schools are under new leadership: Ben Ketchum is principal of Holy Redeemer in Northwest, serving grades pre-k-eight; Sr. Emmanuela Ladipo, HHCJ, is principal of St. Augustine in Northwest, serving grades pre-k-eight; and Charlene Howard is principal of St. Francis de Sales in Northeast, serving grades pre-k-eight. For more information about ADW schools, visit www. catholicschoolswork.org. 4th & E. Capitol Sts. (4 blocks from the Capitol) Tel: 202-543-4400 • Fax: 202-543-6276 grubbspharmacy@gmail.com www.grubbscare.com Health Information for Teens and Their Parents A constantly updated DC Campaign Web page gives adolescents and their parents information on where to go for immunizations, checkups, services teens can get on their own, how to make an appointment, what to bring to an office visit and payment information. The Web page is at www.teenpregnancydc.org under “Tips for Teens.” Councilmember Brown Tours Barracks Row, Shaw and Anacostia Main Streets Councilmember Kwame Brown toured DC Main Streets in August and plans to tour Brookland, H Street and the Georgia Avenue Gateway Main Streets in the future. Brown said he is interested to see “member efforts to attract and retain businesses throughout the city’s busiest corridors…As chair of the Economic Development Committee, I am committed to supplying the resources we need to revitalize our communities.” 202-478-1356 or dslbd. dc.gov. AARP to Award DC High School $100,000 For the first time ever, DC public high schools can compete for a $100,000 prize awarded by AARP as part of the organization’s 50th anniversary celebration. The Ethel Percy Andrus Legacy Award will recognize a DC public high school that has an innovative program that connects generations or fosters greater civic engagement among its students and their community. Entries due by Oct. 1; the prize will be awarded in 2008. Visit www.aarp.org/ legacyaward for more info. Friendship PCS – VROOM 2007 Friendship Public Charter School held its Fifth Annual Teaching Institute/Convocation Aug. 14-17 at the Washington Convention Center. The theme was VROOM (Values-Resources-Opportunities-Outcomes-Magnificence) – Moving Forward. Over 500 teachers and staff members participated in this orientation and professional development seminar. Friendship Public Charter School is located at 120 Q St. NE, Suite 200. 202-281-1754 www. friendshipschools.org. 48 ★ HillRag | September 2007 Students Explore Community Service in Fiji Seven Collegiate Academy students traveled to the Fiji Islands mid-August to explore how community service is addressed in another country and play an active role in providing service to others. This represents the first trip outside of the United States for these students. The entire trip was covered regularly from Fiji with a blog the students established on their Web site in the NewsNow section. The Web link is http://s105768935.onlinehome.us/fnn/ Open Society Institute Seeks Letters of Inquiry for Sentencing & Incarceration Alternatives The Alternatives Project provides funding for policy reform to counter radical increases in rates of incarceration and increasingly severe criminal punishments in the United States. The Alternatives Project will consider letters of inquiry from advocacy groups, community groups, scholarly or research institutions, government agencies, associations of elected officials, and nonprofit business associations or initiatives. This is a rolling deadline. www.soros.org/initiatives/ justice/focus_areas/sentencing/ guidelines Weekly Grants for Young Social Entrepreneurs Do Something and GameStop www.gamestop.com are offering grants of $500 each to young people, age 25 and under, who have a great idea for a community action project and need support to turn their idea into reality. GameStop grants are given out weekly. Do Something and Plum TV www.plumtv.com are offering grants of $500 each to social entrepreneurs, age 25 and under, in the US who have recently created a sustainable project, program, or organization and need funding to further the growth and success of their program. Plum TV grants are given out weekly. capitalcommunitynews.com ★ 49 Youth Service America Offers Micro-Grants for Young People to Start Social Ventures The YSA Youth Venture Program provides a variety of resources and grants up to $1,000 each for start-up expenses. There is no deadline. For more information, visit: fconline.foundationcenter.org/pnd/10007661/ysa PNC Pledges $75,000 in Support of Teach for America Initiative The PNC Foundation, the charitable arm of The PNC Financial Services Group, has donated $75,000 to support Teach For America-Metro DC’s early childhood initiative as part of PNC Grow Up Great, a 10-year, $100 million investment in early childhood education. Last year PNC contributed $50,000 to Teach for America-Metro DC to fund the pilot site for the organization’s early childhood initiative and help expand its impact in the DC area. www. pnc.com. www.teachforamerica.org. Mayor Fenty Names New HIV/AIDS Administration Director Mayor Fenty selected Dr. Shannon Hader to lead the HIV/AIDS Administration at the Unity Health Care’s Congress Heights Health Center. The agency is in charge of preventing the continued spread of HIV and provides a comprehensive, seamless system of care to persons living with or at risk for HIV and AIDS in the District. Dr. Hader is a public health doctor with a long-standing commitment to the HIV/AIDS response and a focus on translating information to action. Until her appointment by Mayor Fenty, Hader was on detail from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to the Department of State in the District of Columbia as the Senior Scientific Advisor for the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). She focused on starting up the Public Health Evaluation Initiative for the $15 billion worldwide program which will inform evidence-based, cost-effective HIV/AIDS programming around the globe. Congress Heights Health Center is located at 3720 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SE. 202-279-1800, www.unityhealthcare.org/Unity/congress_heights.htm. District Solicits Development Partner for Poplar Point Art Book Sale Visit Riverby in September and receive a 20% discount on any art book in the store.* *Not To Be Combined with Any Other Offer The District issued on Aug. 10 a Request for Expressions of Interest for Poplar Point, a 110-acre site along the eastern banks of the Anacostia River in Ward 8. From Aug. 10, respondents have 60 days to reply to the solicitation and the District will likely select a development partner about 30 days after the submissions are due. Poplar Point is one of the key sites in the Anacostia Waterfront Initiative, which calls for more than $10 billion worth of investment – new parks, trails, housing, retail, office space and cultural amenities -- along the river’s banks during the next 20 years. Desired uses for Poplar Point include a mix of housing, retail, commercial and cultural space. A soccer stadium has been proposed for the site, though the solicitation will not require developers to include a stadium in their proposals. Copies of the RFEI can be found at www.dcbiz.dc.gov. Bridging the Watershed Proposal Eligible for Matching Funds St. Peter’s Catholic Church Service and outreach in faith to the Capitol Hill community since 1821 Second & C Streets, SE 202-547-1430 Rev. Bill Byrne, pastor Expanding the hands-on “Bridging the Watershed” education program throughout the National Capital Region to underserved high school students is one of 201 proposals National Park Service Director Mary Bomar and Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne announced would receive centennial challenge matching funds in Fiscal Year 2008 which begins Oct. 1. BTW is conducted with 14 public school systems in 10 of the 14 parks in the National Capital Region. This initiative expands the program to more students from diverse backgrounds. 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