We need your input on Poplar Point
Poplar Point is envisioned to be the home of a variety of different uses including residential, retail, office entertainment, cultural, and park/open space uses. We would like to hear from you about potential land uses, your experience, your expectations, and your institutional knowledge.
Join us for a virtual community listening session on Poplar Point tonight from 6:30 to 8 PM!
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Job Posting: Anacostia Coordinator
Clean Water Fund is seeking a full-time Anacostia Coordinator to support the Anacostia Parks and Communities Collaborative (APACC). To apply, send a letter of interest and resume to anacostiacoordinator@cleanwater.org.
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Racial Equity Across Government
Join us for our General January 21 meeting at 10 AM for a discussion on racial equity across government with guest speaker Doctor Amber Hewitt, DC Chief Equity Officer.
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APACC General Meeting: Friday, December 17
Join us for APACC’s General December 17th meeting to learn more about the Joint Base Anacostia Bolling Installation Development Plan.
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Wards 7 & 8 Faith Leaders Prayer Breakfast
FREE tickets are still available for the last Wards 7 & 8 Faith Leaders meeting of the year. US Senate Chaplain Barry Black will be back in pulpit and DC’s new US Attorney, Mathew Graves, will be attending the Prayer Breakfast as well.
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Volunteers Needed for Invasive Plant Removal
Please join Living Classroom’s volunteer team on Saturday, December 11th at 10 AM in removing invasive plants at Kingman and Heritage Islands. You will be provided with tools and instructions. Please bring a mask, your own water, comfortable shoes, and dress for the weather.
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Progressive Multiplier Fund: Radical Hope
Please join Progressive Multiplier Fund grantee partners, Board members and staff leaders on Wednesday, December 15th at 1:30 PM for their 2022 vision briefing.
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DC Climate Action
The DC Environmental Network (DCEN) invites you to participate in a meeting with DC decision makers to report back on the findings of the “Next Big Thing” Climate Crisis Conference held earlier this month.
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Ward 8 Woods Winter Solstice Hike and Vigil
Commemorate the shortest day and longest night of the year with a hike and candle-lit reflection in the woods of Shepherd Parkway.
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APACC General Meeting: Friday, December 17
Join us for our general meeting on December 17 for a presentation on the Joint Base Anacostia Bolling Installation Development Plan. Happy holidays and safe travels!
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Job Opening with Living Classrooms Kingman Island
Living Classrooms is seeking a Kingman Rangers and Facilities Manager to supervise a staff of full-time rangers and oversee facilities for the National Capitol Region team. Learn more and apply today!
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Reminder: APACC General Meeting on Climate & Equity
The effects of climate change are becoming more pronounced, including record temperatures, storms, flooding, and more. Join us this upcoming Friday to hear how communities are affected and learn from local experts.
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Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge Update
The Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge Project is a tribute to writer and abolitionist leader Frederick Douglass. The new bridge will span the Anacostia River, connect Wards 6 and 8, and include improvements enhancing options for multimodal transportation, increasing access for the community, and supporting economic development on both sides of the river.
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"Next Big Thing" Climate Crisis Conference
Join the DC Environmental Network and over 26 local, regional, and national environment and community focused organizations for a special series of virtual climate crisis conversations to help all of us meaningfully mitigate and adapt to the climate crisis.
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What are your capacity-building needs?
The National Fish and Wildlife Federation has commissioned an assessment to establish a baseline understanding of the projects and opportunities that will make the greatest impact on pollution reduction and water quality improvement. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey to help capacity-building organizations like the Alliance and the Coalition, and the funders within the Chesapeake Bay Funders Network who support our work, to know where the needs and opportunities are to advance restoration work. Individuals who complete the survey are eligible to win one of three prizes.
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Climate Change & Equity Panel: Friday, November 19
The effects of climate change are becoming more pronounced, including record temperatures, storms, flooding, and more. Join us for our panel discussion on climate change, equity, flooding, and more Friday, November 19.
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