Category Archives: Volunteer

Around Town: November 12-13

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Happy Friday, Washington! Don’t forget: we have a newly-announced 2010-2011 Catalogue class, so be sure to hop over to our main page and learn more about them. They are an incredible group. Also don’t forget: we have plenty of events coming up from an array of our non-profits and the best way to learn about them is to get involved:

Saturday, November 13

9:30 AM — Tutor Training: Basic Literacy Training (Literary Council of Northern Virginia): Looking to combine your love for books and service? Become a LCNV tutor! Training starts this weekend and you can download an application here.

10:00 AM — Free Clay Handbuilding Class (Capitol Hill Arts Workshop): Families and students of all ages are invited to experiment with clay and create their own pots. The class is just one part of ARTdays, a series of free classes and concerts for all families.

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7 Questions – Kristine Thompson (Calvary Women's Services)

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Welcome to GoodWorks, Kris Thompson! Kris is the Executive Director of Calvary Women’s Services, which provides homeless women with both temporary housing and the resources and support to live independently in the future. Read on to learn more about Calvary, Kris, and her heroes:

1. What was your most interesting recent project, initiative, partnership, or event?

With more women in need of housing, employment and support services, I’ve been working on expanding Calvary Women’s Services’ programs and housing capacity. It’s been great fun talking with long-time supporters about this project and having them respond positively to this opportunity to make further positive change in our community. I really can’t wait to see more women coming in our doors and having the resources to turn their lives around.

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Around Town: October 2-3

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Welcome to October! If weather.com tells the truth, we should finally have sunshine and clear skies this weekend … just in time for some great events and outdoor tours with our non-profits:

Saturday, October 2

9:30-11:00 AM – Volunteer Orientation (For Love of Children): learn how you can be part of the mission and goals of For Love of Children through their tutoring program. New volunteers welcome!

10:00-11:00 AM – Heart of L’Arche Tour (L’Arche Greater Washington DC): meet core people, assistants, and board members, and hear what a family member has to say about having his or her child or sibling live at L’Arche. Remember to call in advance for directions!

10:00-noon – White Flint Walking Tour (Coalition for Smarter Growth): take a tour along the Pike, learn about new neighborhood developments, and speculate on ones still to come. Along the way, chat with CSG staff about community engagement and how you can get involved.

Sunday, October 3

3:00-6:00 PM – Origins: The Mass in B Minor (Washington Bach Consort): in the season opener, enjoy the nucleus of what was to become the Mass in B minor, a work Bach hoped would garner him an official title at Court. Music from his rivals and colleagues is included as well.

As always, just drop by our Happenings page for more info. You can also search for events by date and check out a listing of volunteer opportunities.