ND-DC-YA Newsletter
April 28, 2017
ND-YA Event Quick Links:
Nat'l Museum of African American History & Culture (RSVP, 20 tickets avail.) -- May 21
ACC & Friends Tent at Virginia Gold Cup -- May 6
Greater ND-DC Club Events:
Volunteering at Fr. McKenna Center -- May 13
A Proper Night Out @ Proper 21-- ND Women Connect Happy Hour -- May 16
ND Women Connect DC Presents Lessons in Leadership: A Conversation with Dr. Carolyn Woo (open to all area alumni; registration required) -- June 6
ND-WIN Recruiting Night at HireStrategy (Check out the Fbook event!) -- Jun. 7
Get Involved with ND-DC Alumni:
ND-WIN Golf Outing Planning Committee
SSLP Coordinator Position Available on DC Alumni Club Board
ND Co-Ed Softball Recruiting New Members
GET INVOLVED
ND-WASHINGTON IRISH NETWORK GOLF OUTING PLANNING COMMITTEE
ND-Washington Irish Network (ND-WIN) is looking for one to two people to join their golf outing planning committee. This is a huge event, tentatively scheduled for September 29 with planning meetings TBD, but most likely starting up next month. ND-WIN would love more young alums to participate in the event so they want your help to plan! Please email ND-DC-YA@googlegroups.com if you're interested in making this event a hole-in-one!
SSLP COORDINATOR POSITION AVAILABLE ON DC ALUMNI CLUB BOARD
One to two people are needed ASAP to fill the Summer Service Learning Project position on the DC Alumni Club Board. This person would be responsible for coordinating the host family and other logistics for the student(s) coming to the DC-area THIS summer. This is a great opportunity to get more involved with the DC Alumni Club, especially if you did an SSLP while at Notre Dame! Email ND-DC-YA@googlegroups.com if you're interested and want more info!
ND CO-ED SOFTBALL RECRUITING NEW MEMBERS
Batter up! The 2017 campaign for the ND co-ed softball team is underway, and they are looking for more interested Domers to join in the fun! They play in the Capital Alumni Network (CAN) league (www.dcalum.org), comprised of about 70 local alumni chapter teams from schools around the nation. All regular season games are played in DC, and the competitive spirit continues after the games with a post-game celebration win or lose. Whether you want to show off your skills or you simply just like to have a good time, there's a spot on the roster waiting for you!
Please contact Mike Bien '03 (michael.bien@gmail.com) or Megan Sweitzer '09 (msweitze@gmail.com) for more information. Go Irish!
ONLINE MEMBERSHIP
If you are not yet a member of the ND-DC club, please consider it -- your support is incredibly important to our club! As a reminder, you can register for your membership online. It's fast, easy, and only $25 for YA members! Best of all, it helps us provide fun, diverse, and valuable opportunities for our alumni family. Click here to sign up today.
CONTACT US
Interested in getting involved? Contact the co-chairs:
Gable Brady '14 (gable.m.brady@gmail.com)
Amanda Frick '14 (africk3@nd.alumni.edu)
Want your content featured in the next e-newsletter? Email us.
Molly Shank '14 (mshank@alumni.nd.edu)
Please check out the ND-DC Young Alumni website and Facebook page for more information and to see upcoming events!
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Happy Hour and Lockpicking Event @ The Board Room
When: Wednesday, May 3, 6:00-8:00 PM
Where: The Board Room (1737 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC (edit map)
Join the DC Young Professionals at The Board Room for happy hour and a unique opportunity to learn about lockpicking. We will be joining The Open Organization of Lockpickers (TOOOL) to put your lock picking skills to the test. The mission of TOOOL is to advance the general public knowledge about locks and lockpicking. To find the group, just look for the RED balloon.
>> RSVP on Meetup or contact DCYP.Social@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you there!
Volunteer at Taste of Arlington
When: Sunday, May 21, 3:00-6:00 PM
Where: Ballston, Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA
The Taste of Arlington, Arlington's largest street festival and one of DCYP's favorite annual events, features over 50 local restaurants, music, and beer and wine tents for patrons to enjoy. DCYP will be volunteering at the festival on behalf of the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC), which gets a $50 donation for every volunteer. Duties may include helping with registration, pouring beer and wine, running carnival games for kids, assisting with the restaurant booths, etc. The festival organizers will determine our specific tasks as we get closer to the event. Volunteers will receive an awesome volunteer t-shirt, refreshments and snacks during our shift, and taste tickets to use at the festival.
>> RSVP on meetup or email dcyp.service@gmail.com to receive additional details.
Volunteer at SCAN's Croquet Day
When: Saturday, June 3, 12:00-3:30 PM
Where: Joseph Hensley Park (4200 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA) – (Short drive from Van Dorn Metro Station - please note in your RSVP if you need transportation from the metro to the park.)
Croquet Day is a tournament-style competition for individuals and families that benefits SCAN, an organization that provides advocacy and support for children and families in Northern Virginia. This event helps raise vital funds for SCAN's child abuse and neglect prevention programs.The tournament should attract roughly 200 participants and spectators. Types of volunteer work for the event include: food tents, registration, score keeper, activity tent, photography, etc. Our group's specific role and the time of our shift will be determined closer to the date of the event.
>> RSVP on Meetup or contact dcyp.service@gmail.com.
Note: listings include the date in which they first appeared or were last updated on the housing newsletter. Please help us keep these emails up to date by letting me know when your housing needs have been met so I can remove your listing. Thank you! Go Irish.
FOR ANY NEW HOUSING REQUESTS, OR TO CHANGE, ALTER, OR REMOVE A LISTING, PLEASE EMAIL MARIA PAULA ELIZONDO AT MP.ELIZONDO@GMAIL.COM.
LOOKING FOR TEMPORARY HOUSING
LOOKING FOR PERMANENT HOUSING
*** 4/12 My husband and I are '87 alum and also our 3 children went or are going to ND. Our oldest son's fiancé's sister will graduate from MI (but her brother and sister went to ND) and just got a job at the NIH in Bethesda. She is looking for affordable housing/roommates to live along the red line of the metro starting this summer. If any YA has any insight or knows of any affordable housing or someone needing a roommate, please let me know. Thank you so much! Mary Junge (805)300-6180***
*** 11/9 Hi there! My name is Katherine Corbett, I am a Saint Mary's College grad, class of 2015. I am looking for permanent housing or female roommate(s) preferably in the Arlington/Alexandria VA area (Crystal City, etc) or elsewhere in the NOVA region. Price range is $650-950 per month. I'd like to move as soon as possible. I'm funny, easy going, love to cook and bake and cheer on ND (despite the challenging season we've had so far). Open to other housing options, so please feel free to contact me at corbettk931406@gmail.com. Thanks and have an awesome day!***
HAS A ROOM/APARTMENT AVAILABLE
***(NEW) 4/24 My room will be available to sublet until August, and then, renting the room will be open, to sign the lease, for any of those interested in renting a room. The room is a basement room in a group house at 2006 37th St. NW, Washington, DC 20007, in Glover Park, a few blocks North of Georgetown University (on the hospital side of the campus). The property manager is H.A. Gill, but the point of contact is my roommate, and classmate from Georgetown, Brent McDonnell (brm47@georgetown.edu). The current rate for renting the room is currently $875/mo. I will leave the furnishings (bed, chest of drawers, shelves, desk and chair, and futon), so the room will be furnished. The room could be available as soon as May 15, or start June 1. ***
***(NEW) 4/24 My name is Jim Genovese, and I am an ND 2010 alumnus. I have a room available in my Tenleytown rowhouse shared with three other young professionals. The room is located on the second floor (furniture negotiable). Rent is $740 and utilities run at approximately $100. The rowhouse includes a shared living room, kitchen, sun room, backyard, and bathroom with a washer and dryer available in the basement. Utilities include Verizon Fios Internet/cable, gas, water, and electricity split among housemates. The rowhouse is within walking distance to Tenleytown metro (5-10 minutes) and is one block from the nearest bus stop. Other outlets within walking distance include Whole Foods, Best Buy, the public library, and multiple restaurants (Subway, Chipotle, Panera, Chick-fil-a). Available May 1. Please contact me at james.f.genoves@gmail.com if you are interested, and for more information, please find the room posting included for reference: https://
***(NEW) 4/24 A 1-bedroom 1-bath on 7th floor in the Atrium condo building in Rosslyn. With private balcony, brand new carpeting, in-unit washer/dryer, walk-in closet. Building has gym, pool and 24-hour front desk. 2 blocks to Rosslyn Metro (Orange/Blue/Silver lines), or 10-minute walk to Georgetown or Courthouse/Clarendon. Utilities (electric, cable, water) included. $1,900/mo. Please contact Julie Barg (ND 2001) jsherwin@alumni.nd.edu for more information or pictures. Thanks!***
*** (UPDATED) 4/24 Two 2014 female grads looking to rent 1 bedroom in a 3BR (converted) / 2BA apartment next to Woodley Park Metro station in the Calvert House apartment building. The building does not allow for subleasing, and the room is available starting June 1. Please email Amanda at amandafrick19@gmail.com for more info. https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/roo/6094252656.html Thanks! ***
*** (NEW) Hello! My name is Nick Van Lieshout (ND '17) and I just got an apartment at The Edge in Fairfax Corner and I'm currently looking for a roommate. The location is great- 10 minutes from downtown Fairfax and 10 minutes from the consulting firm I'll be working at in Centreville. The total rent is $1,815 a month (utilities not included) which means with a roommate the cost is split to about $908. The apartment is ~1,010 sq. ft. and includes a kitchen/living room area, and a bedroom and bathroom for each resident. For any further questions contact me at vanlieshout.nick@gmail.com. Thanks!***
*** (NEW) Two bedroom apartment available June 1st for year long lease in Northwest DC. Walking distance to either the Columbia Heights or Petworth metro stations, and on a major bus route. Rent is $1950. The property manager, Jimmy, can be reached at jimmy@sportrealestate.com. See the craigslist ad at https://washingtondc.
***(NEW) 4/24 4/12 My name is Joe and I'm leaving DC in August. I'm looking for someone to take my place in a 2 bed/2 bath apartment in Flats 130 (http://www.flats130.com/), located in NoMa (just north of Union Station). I can be flexible on the move-in date (July-September). My roommate did not go to ND, but she's great (grad student at Catholic, female, 30, easygoing). The lease has been going for a while, so it is a bit under market (about $1,300 per person plus utilities). The bedrooms are pretty big, with large closets and private bathrooms. The building has a pool, gym, coffee, printer, club room, etc. Ideally, my roommate is looking for a grad student or professional, late 20s to early 30s, progressive, clean, and responsible. The apartment can be pet-friendly. For more information (including photos), please email joseph.m.berndt@gmail.
*** 4/12 I will have a room available from April 26th through May 31st. I live in a 2-bedroom apartment in Adams Morgan with one roommate who is a 2014 Notre Dame graduate like me. I will be moving out on April 25th, but our lease does not end until May 31st, so we are looking for somebody to rent my room for the month. My open room could be a good option for somebody as a place to stay while they search for a more permanent option. You can reach me at pmmcummings1@gmail.com for more information. Thanks! Peter***
*** 4/12 I live in Dupont at 19th and R St., and my roommate and I are looking for two people to sublease two rooms from us for June 1 through July 31. We live about a 2 minute walk from the Red Line. It is with two other women, but you would get your own room and share a bathroom with one other person. I can send pics if someone is interested! Thank you so much! Shannon Bugos sbugos7@gmail.com***
*** 3/26 Georgetown summer sublet: Subleasing a large sunny room on 35th and T St NW in Georgetown from mid-May through July 31st. Roommates are three wonderful, low key early 20s girls, two of whom are ND grads. Off-street parking available free of charge. One block to D1 and D2, and all 30 buses on Wisconsin. $960 including utilities, partially furnished available. Contact Brianna at bgeary22@gmail.com. ***
*** 2/4 2011 female grad looking for male or female to fill a bedroom in a 2 bedroom, 1 bath in Adams Morgan. Apartment was completely remodeled 4 years ago. Rent is $1,300 + utilities. A minute walk to the 90, 96, L2, 42/43, and McPherson/Woodley Circulator. 8 minute walk to Woodley metro and access to rockcreek park. Please contact Maureen champa at mochampa@gmail.com for more information.***
ND-DC-YA Newsletter
April 20, 2017
ND-YA Event Quick Links:
Notre Dame Day 2017 - Watch & Donate -- April 23
A Poet Laureate's Journey with Juan Felipe Herrera -- April 24
ACC & Friends Tent at Virginia Gold Cup -- May 6
Greater ND-DC Club Events:
Admitted Students Reception (RSVP by 4/20) -- April 22
Volunteer at the DC Central Kitchen -- April 23
Notre Dame Global Pathways Forum - Co-Creation: Bridging the Value Chain & Investment Gap (RSVP Required) -- April 24
Get Involved with ND-DC Alumni:
ND Club of DC Scholarship Interviews -- April 25
ND-WIN Golf Outing Planning Committee
SSLP Coordinator Position Available on DC Alumni Club Board
ND Co-Ed Softball Recruiting New Members
Event Details
ADMITTED STUDENTS RECEPTION (Sat., Apr. 22)
Please join Tim Sutherland, Notre Dame Trustee, and Don Bishop, senior University administrator responsible for Undergraduate Admissions, Financial Aid, etc., for congratulations, conversation, and refreshments with the newly Admitted Students to Notre Dame and their families. Your insights, knowledge and passion are key to the success of this event! The event will take place Saturday, April 22, 2017 from 10 AM - 12 PM at Columbia Club Main Dining Room in Chevy Chase. Please RSVP to Tara Schimpf '10 by Thursday, April 20.
Volunteer at the DC Central Kitchen (Sun., Apr. 23)
The DC Central Kitchen provides meals for homeless shelters, and nonprofit organizations across the National Capital Region, as well as culinary job training for unemployed people in DC. We will be helping DC Central Kitchen with food prep -- usually, a lot of chopping! The activity is from 9 AM - 12 PM on Sunday, April 23 in NW DC (425 Second St NW, near the Judiciary Square Metro). Volunteers aged 12 and up are welcome! Please contact MaryKate Robinson at marykate@alumni.nd.edu if you are interested!
GET INVOLVED
ND CLUB OF WASHINGTON DC SCHOLARSHIP INTERVIEWS
Help the Notre Dame Club of Washington DC select the 2017/2018 scholarship recipients by acting as a "receptionist" for the candidates during the interview session on April 25. You'll help to shepherd candidates into the building as they arrive -- limiting disruptions for committee members conducting the interviews and allowing things to run smoother logistically. The receptionist would need to be at the interview location in Georgetown from 7 to around 9:45 PM. If you're interested, please email ND-DC-YA@googlegroups.com and more information will be provided.
ND-WASHINGTON IRISH NETWORK GOLF OUTING PLANNING COMMITTEE
ND-Washington Irish Network (ND-WIN) is looking for one to two people to join their golf outing planning committee. This is a huge event, tentatively scheduled for September 29 with planning meetings TBD, but most likely starting up next month. ND-WIN would love more young alums to participate in the event so they want your help to plan! Please email ND-DC-YA@googlegroups.com if you're interested in making this event a hole-in-one!
SSLP COORDINATOR POSITION AVAILABLE ON DC ALUMNI CLUB BOARD
One to two people are needed ASAP to fill the Summer Service Learning Project position on the DC Alumni Club Board. This person would be responsible for coordinating the host family and other logistics for the student(s) coming to the DC-area THIS summer. This is a great opportunity to get more involved with the DC Alumni Club, especially if you did an SSLP while at Notre Dame! Email ND-DC-YA@googlegroups.com if you're interested and want more info!
ND CO-ED SOFTBALL RECRUITING NEW MEMBERS
Batter up! The 2017 campaign for the ND co-ed softball team is underway, and they are looking for more interested Domers to join in the fun! They play in the Capital Alumni Network (CAN) league (www.dcalum.org), comprised of about 70 local alumni chapter teams from schools around the nation. All regular season games are played in DC, and the competitive spirit continues after the games with a post-game celebration win or lose. Whether you want to show off your skills or you simply just like to have a good time, there's a spot on the roster waiting for you!
Please contact Mike Bien '03 (michael.bien@gmail.com) or Megan Sweitzer '09 (msweitze@gmail.com) for more information. Go Irish!
ONLINE MEMBERSHIP
If you are not yet a member of the ND-DC club, please consider it -- your support is incredibly important to our club! As a reminder, you can register for your membership online. It's fast, easy, and only $25 for YA members! Best of all, it helps us provide fun, diverse, and valuable opportunities for our alumni family. Click here to sign up today.
CONTACT US
Interested in getting involved? Contact the co-chairs:
Gable Brady '14 (gable.m.brady@gmail.com)
Amanda Frick '14 (africk3@nd.alumni.edu)
Want your content featured in the next e-newsletter? Email us.
Molly Shank '14 (mshank@alumni.nd.edu)
Please check out the ND-DC Young Alumni website and Facebook page for more information and to see upcoming events!
