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World AIDS Day is coming up on Friday, December 1. Here are some local events related to World AIDS Day and HIV/AIDS in DC.
Event: DC HIV/AIDS Housing Symposium Event: Peace Corps panel and discussion Event: "Red Hot and Rouge" Whitman Walker Clinic fundraiser Event: Reception honoring local HIV/AIDS Research Trial Participants This is just a small sample of the events observing World AIDS Day in DC. See more events | ||||||
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Last Tuesday, Bill 16-734, the "Library Transformation Act of 2006", which would have abandoned the current central library site--the Martin Luther King, Jr. Library--in favor of developing the old Convention Center, was tabled by the DC Council Committee on Education, Libraries and Recreation. Thus the MLK building will in all likelihood remain; however, the case still needs to be made for its renovation... | ||||||
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Event: Tenants' Rights Empowerment Circle When: Tuesday, November 28, 6:30pm Where: Reeves Center, 14th and U Streets NW A presentation by Kofi Reed of University Legal Services and tenant leader Alzonia Hill on tenants' rights during sale or conversion of their residences. For more information or to RSVP, call 202-234-9119. | ||||||
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Event: DC Main Streets Tax Free Holiday
When: November 24 - December 3 Where: DC Main Streets The DC Main Streets revitalization program aims to preserve and strengthen the District's traditional neighborhood business districts. This week, participating retailers in business districts such as Adams Morgan, Dupont Circle and Mount Pleasant (among others) will offer tax-free purchases of items up $100 Save money on holiday shopping as well as see and support some of DC's unique neighborhoods! | ||||||
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Event: DC OneApp Training When: Tuesday, December 5 and Tuesday, November 12, 9:30-11:00am Where: City-Wide Conference Center, 441 4th Street NW, Room 1114 The DC State Education Office is offering two live online training sessions on DC OneApp, the online application system for DC's higher education grants, for college counselors and nonprofit partners. RSVP by December 1 to Kadidia Thiero at Kadidia.Thiero@dc.gov or 202-724-7870. | ||||||
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Event: Unveiling of "Village in the City" Mount Pleasant Heritage Trail When: Saturday, December 9, ceremony at 11:30am-12:30pm, self-guided stroll 1:00-4:00pm Where: Lamont Park, Lamont and 17th Sts NW "Village in the City," a trail tracing the lively history of the Mount Pleasant neighborhood, will be officially opened on December 9 with a ceremony featuring mayor-elect Adrian Fenty and Council Member Jim Graham. In the afternoon, food, drinks and discounts will be available from businesses along the trail. The event is free and open to the public. | ||||||
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Pre-K Incentive Program Workshop: The Department of Human Services Early Care and Education Administration is providing a workshop on eligibility, requirements and types of support for the Pre-K Incentive Program. The workshop will be held on Thursday, November 30, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Matthew Memorial Church, 2616 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, SE (Anacostia metro station, green line). For more information or to register, contact Luis Rey at 202-727-8109 or Patricia Irby at 202-727-8106. The Staples Foundation for Learning supports programs that work to help youth, particularly disadvantaged youth, access education and vocational training. The next deadline for applications is December 15. The Educational Foundation of America offers grants to nonprofit organizations for programs making a broad impact on society in areas such as education, environment, human services and democracy among others. Letters of inquiry are welcomed at any time. | ||||||
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Event: CoRAL Network 2007 Conference
When: Saturday, April 28, 2007 Where: American University, Mary Graydon Center Mark your calendars for the CoRAL Network's annual conference on community-driven research. The 2007 conference will be held on Saturday, April 28 at American University's Mary Graydon Center. Online registration will be available on the CoRAL Network website in early January. Faculty, students and community members are all welcome to submit papers, posters and presentations related to the theme of "Transforming DC Through Community-Based Learning and Research." The deadline for submissions is February 2, 2007. Feel free to contact info@coralnetwork.org with any questions. | ||||||
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Project Finder searchable database makes CBR partnerships happen-log on to find the person or organization with the qualities you need for your research project. Community organizations enter their project descriptions, resource base and research needs. Faculty and students researchers enter their interests, expertise and skills. It's fast, easy and free- simply create a profile and password and follow the directions to enter project descriptions. List of available opportunities on the project finder: | ||||||
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Since July 2004, we have been sending out weekly 'Newsbits' featuring upcoming opportunities, events and news for the CoRAL Network community. Newsbits is currently received by over 600 Network affiliates throughout the National Capital Region.
If you would like to share any announcements from your organization or campus with the CoRAL Network community, send a brief blurb to info@coralnetwork.org by close of business each Thursday for inclusion in the following Monday's Newsbits. Please note that submissions MUST be about local events, news, opportunities and activities that are related to community affairs in the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Northern Virginia. | ||||||
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