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Browsing Archive: April, 2010
Posted by Timothy Clark on Friday, April 30, 2010,
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MBT
The following was sent from the www.metbranchtrail.com
The newest section of trail - from Franklin Street, NE to New York Avenue, NE - opens May 1! So get out there and ride, skate, walk or run! Or attend one of many MBT events this May, culminating in a grand opening celebration on Saturday, June 5. Read on for details…
Mark Your Calendars: May is the Month for the Met Branch Trail
Saturday, May 1: Trail Clean-Up
Friends of Edgewood Recreation Center will be leading a trail clean-up this Satur... Continue reading ...
There are two cleanups being held in the Edgewood and Eckington community so we encourage the community to attend at least one and help keep our neighborhood clean.
On The Eckington End:
Eckington resident Brooke Edgecombe and her neighbors have adopted their block through the cities "Adopt A Block Program" they will be holding there first quarterly cleanup at 10am this Saturday. The meeting point is 1st & Ust NEOn The Edgewood End:The Friends of The Edgewood Rec Center will be holding their mo... Continue reading ...
Posted by ECA on Friday, April 30, 2010,
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MBT
Please join us for a ribbon-cutting to open the Metropolitan Branch Trail! Time and Location: Monday, May 3, at 10:45am at 4th and S Streets, NE. We could not have accomplished this without your assistance and support. We look forward to seeing you. (There will be another celebration on Saturday June 5th as part of National Trails Day.) 
d. Heather Deutsch | Bicycle Program Specialist/Trail Planner | Policy, Planning & Sustainability Administration | District Department of Transporta... Continue reading ...
Today, Dance Place and Artspace broke ground on a new $13 million, government-sponsored arts campus, "Brookland Artspace Lofts", at 3225 8th Street, NE in the Edgewood neighborhood of DC. The goal of the project is to bring new affordable artist housing and performance space to DC, ward 5 and the Edgewood community.The groundbreaking was one of the most impressive I have seen so far. It opened with a excellent performance by Coyaba Dance Theater a resident company of Dance Place and closed... Continue reading ...
Dear Smart Growth Supporters, It's time to kick off a new season of smart growth events, starting with a walking tour next weekend. If you haven't checked out the area around the Rhode Island Avenue Metro station lately, you'll want to join us to discover all the great developments being made there.  | Check Out Rhode Island Avenue With The Experts!
Learn about the plans to turn the Rhode Island Avenue Metro station parking lot into a vibrant, walkable community. Representatives from DDOT and Urba... |
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This is a excellent event for all ages!
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Posted by ECA on Thursday, April 22, 2010,
Good Afternoon, I wanted to remind you that our Fundraiser at the College Park, Md Boston Market is tomorrow, April 22 from 4pm - 10pm. I hope you will come out and support us! You will need a ticket so that we will receive credit for your purchase. You can download tickets at www.seaburyresource s.org under Events. We will receive 15% of all pre-tax sales during that time period when our ticket is presented. If you find parking unavailable a Seabury Ward 5 supporter has arranged for park... Continue reading ...
Posted by ECA on Thursday, April 22, 2010,
This message was posted to the Edgewood Civic List Serv
Ward 5 Democrats April Meeting Information:
Date: Monday, April 26, 2010
Place: Michigan Park Christian Church
1600 Taylor Street NE, WDC 20017
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:45 pm
Come and join the Ward 5 Democrats April monthly meeting.
Our guest speaker will be DC Council Chairman Vincent Gray
and Councilmember Harry Thomas.
We look forward to seeing you.
Should you have any questions or need additional information, please contact the Chair Angel A... Continue reading ...
Posted by ECA on Wednesday, April 21, 2010,
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Crime
This message was posted to the Eckington List Serv. Robberies have been a concern in the community for many years now especially during the warmer months. MPD has done a great job taking dome of these criminals off the street, but the community still needs to do there part to help deter crime.
Residents can stay on top of crime in the area by attending monthly PSA meetings at Harry Thomas Sr. Recreation Center (Dates listed on our calender on our homepage) Or by coming to the Edgewood Civic ... Continue reading ...
Posted by ECA on Wednesday, April 21, 2010,
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Pound Coffee
I wanted to make sure everyone knew that we are now open nights and Saturdays at Pound! We heard from many locals and neighbors that they really wanted us to be open when they were home from work. So our hours are now Monday-Friday 6:30am to 7:00pm and Saturdays from 8:00am to 4:00pm.
Also, in case you didn't know, Pound's daily Rice & Spice ethnic food special is quickly gaining in popularity (especially Falafel Friday!) and you can see pictures of our unique dishes from around the world eve... Continue reading ...
Teaching and Learning Framework Community Meeting for Parents in Ward 5, McKinley High School 04/27/2010: Teaching and Learning Framework Community Meeting for Parents in Ward 5, McKinley High School 
Event Description: DCPS’ new Teaching and Learning Framework is based on research, best practices, and input from more than 500 DCPS teachers—and it provides clear values and plain language so that principals, teachers, and parents can have a common understanding about what should be happening ... |
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| Office of Ward 5 Councilmember Harry "Tommy" Thomas, Jr. |
|  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 14, 2010 |
| Contact: Victoria A. Leonard 202.727.8204 (desk) 202.403.7866 (cell) |
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| Thomas Opposes Congressional Leaders' Voting Rights Bill |
Washington, DC-Ward 5 Councilmember Harry Thomas, Jr. announced today that he strongly opposes Congressional leaders' plan to introduce a D.C. voting rights bill that would include an amendment gutting the District's gun-control laws and removing the city counci... |
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Greetings:
Mr. Frank Braxton, the oldest known resident of Single Member District 5C06, is being honored for his long and distinguished service to our community. While his civic work and activism is well known throughout our area, many in the community are not aware of his numerous accomplishments across the years. Therefore, I am pleased to honor him for all that h... Continue reading ...
The White House is opening it's gates for a garden and grounds tour! The White House will open its gardens and grounds to visitors on Saturday, April 17th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and on Sunday, April 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Visitors can view the Jacqueline Kennedy Garden, Rose Garden, Children’s Garden and the South Lawn of the White House. These tours are open to the public; however, a ticket is required for all attendees, including small children. Please call the 24-hour i... Continue reading ...
Posted by Timothy Clark on Friday, April 16, 2010,
Join Councilmember Harry “Tommy” Thomas, Jr. as he partners with WPGC 95.5 ~ EL Zol 99.1 FM ~ Holiday Inn Express ~ State Farm ~ ZIPS Drycleaners ~ Men’s Warehouse for Operation Pretty & Polished Operation Pretty & Polished is designed to provide high school seniors with clothing for prom Know a high school senior in need? On Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Students with a high school ID will be able to receive prom attire for FREE!! Where: Community Connections 920 Rhode Isl... Continue reading ...
Posted by ECA on Saturday, April 10, 2010,
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Edgewood Rec
The following message is from ANC Commissioner Silas Grant regarding funds to rebuild the Edgewood Rec Center. The Edgewood Civic association has held numerous meetings regarding the current money set aside to rebuild the Edgewood Rec center. We have asked that the money be moved up immediately to start the design and build process. We held a community meeting last summer at the rec where we invited the interim Parks and Rec director and Mayor Fenty. At that meeting many residents expresse... Continue reading ...
Posted by Timothy Clark on Saturday, April 10, 2010,
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McKinley Tech
~ You are
invited to ~
McKinley Technology High School
Leadership Day
Wednesday,
April 14, 2010
9:00 a.m.
Guest
Speaker
Cynné
Simpson
Anchor, ABC
Channel 7
5:00 pm
Newscast
Emmy Award
Winning Journalist
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This message was posted to the Cckington list serv by resident Steven Con regarding the vacant building at 329 Rhode Island Ave NE.
Dear neighbors, I've had it with 329 Rhode Island Ave NE. Our Government has failed us. Harry Thomas says "he's working on it." Commissioner Wright told DCRA Linda Argo she has no problem with it. Commissioner Wright has supported the exemptions granted to the negligent owner and Director Argo is doing everything in her power to continue to defend the negligent o... Continue reading ...
DDOT Reminds Public of Pending Nuclear Security Summit Restrictions and Announces Public E-Mail Address for Questions and Concerns Road Closures, Parking Restrictions, DC Circulator Reroutes, Inter-City Bus Parking Changes, and Public Space Restrictions (Washington, D.C.) – The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) continues to work in partnership with District and federal agencies in a coordinated effort for the pending Nuclear Security Summit scheduled to be held at the Walter E. Wash... Continue reading ...
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