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Upcoming Events

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Saturday, September 04, 2010

Canoe Camping Trip      

Potomac Conservancy
Escape the crowds and traffic over Labor Day weekend -- enjoy the great outdoors with us as we take a canoe trip to Minnie's Island and spend a night camping under the stars. Outfitter Byron Bradley will lead the Saturday afternoon canoe trip that starts at Carderock Picnic Area and ends on Minnie&#   more event info >8217;s Island (near Lock 8 on the C&O Canal). Bring your own camping gear, food, and water. Meet at the River Center at Lock 8. Participants must RSVP by SEPTEMBER 2 to tricarico@potomac.org. Bring your own canoe or reserve one in your RSVP. The cost is $20 for adults and $10 for children. More detailed information will follow the RSVP.
When:  Sat Sep 4 2010 (4:00 PM - 10:00 AM)
Where:  River Center at Lock 8, 7906 Riverside Dr., Cabin John, MD 20818
Fee?  yes $20 adults; $10 children  
Contact:  Deanna Tricarico, (301) 608-1188 ext 2
For more information: click here  

Tuesday, September 07, 2010

First-Time Homebuyer Workshop      

Lydia's House
First-Time Homebuyer Workshop consist of 5 learning modules that cover Budget and Credit; Loans and Lenders; Shopping for a Home and The Role of the Realtor; What Happens at Closing; and Post Purchase Tips and Caring for Your Home.   more event info >
When:  Tue Sep 7 2010 (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Where:  3939 The Zone, 3939 South Capitol Street, SW, Washington, DC 20032
Fee?  no  
Contact:  Ronald Childs, (202) 373-1050  

Thursday, September 09, 2010

Brighter Futures Tour      

Doorways for Women and Families
The Brighter Futures Tour illustrates the mission and services of Doorways, as well as showcasees the Freddie Mac Foundation Family Home. During each tour, guests learn about the specialized services Doorways provides to survivors of domestic and intimate partner violence and family homelessness. You   more event info > also will hear inspirational storiesfrom Doorways clients who have overcome adversity to build safe and successful futures for themselves and their families. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
When:  Thu Sep 9 2010 (6:30 AM - 7:30 PM)
Where:  Freddie Mac Foundation Family Home, 3127 N. 7th Street, Arlington, VA 22201
Fee?  no  
Contact:  Heather O'Malley, (703) 522-8858 ext 22
For more information: click here  

Saturday, September 18, 2010

Annual Gala      

ASHA for Women (Asian Women's Self Help Association)
Annual dinner event. Speaker: Dr. Geeta Patel.   more event info >
When:  Sat Sep 18 2010 (6:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Where:  George Mason University Johnson Center, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030
Fee?  yes $75 per person  
Contact:  Priya Kulkarni, (703) 628-4540  

Thursday, September 23, 2010

Fundraising Realities: Making it a Team Effort      

Catalogue for Philanthropy: Greater Washington
Rally your team and create a successful fundraising climate for staff at all levels of your organization. Attend the upcoming Nonprofit Development Conference Series session to learn how experts in the field have created an atmosphere that encourages staff to cultivate and tee up relationships with potential   more event info > donors. Our featured speakers and panelists will share how they have broadened staff perspectives beyond their functional roles, developed advocates through greater levels of transparency, and collaborated across teams to advance the mission of the organization. Panelists include Kerrie Wilson, Chief Executive Officer, Reston Interfaith; Maria Gomez, President and Chief Executive Officer, Mary’s Center; Mark Bergel, Founder and Executive Director, A Wider Circle; and Ed Spitzberg, Executive Director, Sitar Center. Marshall Ginn, Founder and Managing Director, Capital Development Strategies LLC, is our guest speaker, and Beth Brummel, Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts our host for another high-quality and affordable training program. This session's Executive Director's forum on The Art of the Ask will be led by the popular Dick Walker. It will focus on the executive director's role in providing the resources necessary to fund the organization’s mission. The presentation includes an examination of the ED’s role in establishing a “culture” of philanthropy at the organization.
When:  Thu Sep 23 2010 (8:00 AM - 12:30 PM)
Where:  Booz Allen Hamilton Newman Auditorium, 8283 Greensboro Dr., McLean, VA 22102
Fee?  yes $25; is also being streamed live via the web  
Contact:  Kathy Jankowski, (301) 349-0722
For more information: click here  

Friday, September 24, 2010

7th Annual Mercy Health Clinic Golf Classic      

Mercy Health Clinic
The Golf Classic is MHC's most important friend and fundraiser. Last year, over 90 golfers participated in the tournament, which generated over $118,000. Over the past six years, the tournament has generated more than $625,000 in support for the Clinic.   more event info >
When:  Fri Sep 24 2010 (10:00 AM)
Where:  7-1 Metropolitan Court, Gaithersburg, MD 20885
Fee?  yes $300 for individual golfers and $1,200 for foursomes  
Contact:  Karissa Feiton, (240) 773-0334  

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