This Saturday we will be gleaning at Miller Farms. We will be arranging carpools, so if you would like to attend and haven't yet signed up, email dcyp.service@gmail.com. We are looking forward to a great morning!
Tuesday, July 31 join us for a happy hour at the Iron Horse Tap Room in Chinatown to hang out and learn about upcoming DCYP events, including the Chrysalis Vineyard social August 4.
Have a great week!
Ashley
Upcoming Events Gleaning for AFAC
Where: Miller Farms (10140 Piscataway Road Clinton, MD 20735)
When: Saturday, July 21 – 8:30am - 12:00pm
Metro: Carpools arranged
For this unique project, we'll head to a farm near College Park, MD where we'll glean surplus produce that would otherwise be left to waste in the fields. This will provide literally tons of free, fresh and nutritious food to the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) which serves those in need in our local area. Carpools will be arranged. To sign up, email dcyp.service@gmail.com and please indicate the metro station that is closest to you.
Happy Hour / Meet & Greet
Where: Iron Horse Tap Room (507 7th Street NW )
When: Tuesday, July 31 – 6:00 - 8:00pm
Metro: Chinatown (Green/Yellow/Red)
Come meet and hang out with fellow young professionals at this upcoming happy hour / meet and greet. Drop in any time you want between 6pm and 8pm. You can also pick up information on the upcoming service projects and events.
Iron Horse has great happy hour specials until 8PM. When you get to Iron Horse, ask the host for Kiwanis or just look for the red balloon! Wine Tasting and BBQ at Chrysalis Vineyard
Where: Chrysalis Vineyard (23876 Champe Ford Road Middleburg, Virginia 20117)
When: Saturday, August 4 – 11:00am - 4:00pm
Metro: Carpools arranged
Enjoy a day wine tasting and picnicking at this beautiful Virginia vineyard, located about an hour away from DC! We will carpool to the vineyard where a Chrysalis wine expert will lead our tasting and teach us all about the wine. After that, our group will gather on the patio that overlooks the scenic grounds for a BBQ and socializing. Additional wine by the glass or bottle will also be available for purchase. The cost of the BBQ is $12; free for designated drivers. The wine tasting options range from $5-$10 at the vineyard. To sign-up, email Dustin at dcyp.social@gmail.com and also indicate whether you are interested in driving.
Bagging Night at Arlington Food Assistance Center
Where: Arlington Food Assistance Shelter (2708 S Nelson Street Arlington, Virginia 22206)
When: Wednesday, August 15– 6:15 - 8:00pm
Metro: Carpools arranged
AFAC needs help re-bagging bulk chicken which is purchased at wholesale prices and distributed to its clients. Volunteers must wear closed-toed shoes, tie back long hair, and should wear old clothes. Aprons and gloves will be provided. Bagging begins promptly at 6:30pm and volunteers are asked to arrive early. To sign up, email dcyp.service@gmail.com.
DC Public Schools Beautification Day
Where: Tyler Elementary School (1001 G St. SE)
When: Saturday, August 25– 8:00am - 1:00pm
Metro: Eastern Market (Orange/Blue)
DCPS Beautification Day was established in 2005 as the official day for a citywide "spruce up" of all DC public school buildings and front grounds in preparation for the opening of schools.
To sign up, please email our service team at dcyp.service@gmail.com.
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