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Looking for people to walk with? You should join our College Park walking group! Our next walk will be around Hollywood in College Park next at 11:00 am on February 26th! Please park and meet us right outside of Proteus Brews in the Hollywood shopping center. RSVP below so we know you're coming. We are excited to see you there! RSVP: [https://www.wiseconnect.us/listings/activities/019c1f8d-8f89-7000-acff-7fa994f78365](https://www.wiseconnect.us/listings/activities/019c1f8d-8f89-7000-acff-7fa994f78365)

Join us for our Thursday Tea Time and social hour for older LGBTQ+ adults! Bring your beverage of choice, and meet in-person at The DC Center from 1:00 – 3:00 pm. For more information, contact Center Aging Program Coordinator, Mac (maca@thedccenter.org). We hope to see you there!

Let's meet up for some great Join us for a popup event dinner this week with Taco's and other Mexican food! FREE Parking! Great event to meet other people in the group. Seating is first come first serve I will have name tags and ice breaker games. Guests must be over 50 to attend. Good food and lots of room for a group RSVP today! I will be wearing a flower sweatshirt.

Come volunteer with us refurbishing donated bicycles so that they can be used again by the community! This event is open to new volunteers and existing volunteers. No mechanical experience is necessary. Note: The warehouse location is in the alley behind 1502 Mt Vernon Ave. Enter through the gray door next to a roll-down garage door. If you drive to the location, be sure to park in the street, not in the alleys or parking lots surrounding the warehouse. And wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty with bicycle grease! Volunteers under 18 need a parent or guardian to accompany them to their first volunteer experience and sign a liability waiver. Volunteers under 16 need a parent or guardian to accompany them at all times while volunteering with Vélocity.

**\*Please only sign up if you are committing to attend as space is limited. If you are interested in participating and RSVP is full, you may join the wait-list and we will open spots as the date gets closer.** Join the DC Pokemon League and DCGG to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Pokemon! The night will have activities that celebrate all aspects of the Pokemon franchise including Pokemon trivia, Pokemon Stadium Minigames, a Pokemon XD tournament, craft and trading stations, and more! Win prizes, make friends, and celebrate the world of Pokemon! TRAINERS! We'll have tables set up for trainers to trade Pokemon cards and trinkets! Bring things to trade, cards, pins, plushies, and Pokemon from games from the DS and Switch (TCG Pocket and PokemonGo too!). **Trades only.** Trainers found selling items for cash or equivalents will be asked to leave. **Schedule**: * 6:30pm - Check In & Social Bingo * 7:00pm - Pokemon Group Trivia, make friends and join a group, win prizes! * 8:00pm - Pokemon Coliseum and Stadium mini-games matches * Ongoing - Trading Station and Crafts Station **This is a 21+ event.** Food and drinks available for purchase at Penn Social. Can't make the event? Join our discords for future events! DC Gaming Group Discord: [https://discord.gg/NP7v7VF](https://discord.gg/NP7v7VF) DC Pokemon League Discord: [https://discord.gg/ys4VM2TC3Q](https://discord.gg/ys4VM2TC3Q) DMV Pokemon VGC Discord: [https://discord.gg/f95HrBk9ky](https://discord.gg/f95HrBk9ky) Disclaimer and Community Code of Conduct: The DC Gaming Group is dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive space for participants. To learn more about our code of conduct, you can read more here. Events may be recorded for promotional material.

📚 Do you love reading, but wish you had a structure and a community to share your insights with? Join our small circle of curious minds (just 4 members per gathering) as we come together for an hour of focused reading—in the calm setting of a library or the cozy atmosphere of a café. Here’s how it works: First part: Quiet reading on your own—bring a book you’re exploring, whether it’s philosophy, history, psychology, literature, or anything meaningful to you. Second part: We regroup and each person shares key takeaways, insights, or questions sparked by their reading. This sparks a structured yet free-flowing conversation around ideas, perspectives, and personal reflections. Why join? Add structure to your reading habit. Discover new books, authors, and ideas through others’ choices. Build real connections by sharing and listening deeply. Socialize around something meaningful instead of small talk.

• What we'll do On https://blackecon101.podbean.com/ Thursdays at 6 pm. discussing the economy....

Call in the Babysitter! Find something to occupy the kid's!! Or, just let'em know you're going out to ***Parents Who Like to Party and have fun adulting!!*** ***Parents Who Like to Party are back*** with another fun-filled evening for 35+, Empty Nesters or adults who are ready to let loose and dance the night away. Join us for an evening of **Social Dancing and Live Music, with a twist of Wine and Cocktails and food to keep the energy up.** Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking to groove with fellow parents, this event promises to be a fantastic opportunity to mingle, make new friends, and enjoy a night of carefree fun. Don't miss out on the chance to connect with other parents and adults and embrace the joy of movement and music in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. Tickets are $15. $12 if you purchase them up to 5 days before the event.

Bring a treat to share! Event limit says 10, but all are welcome - no need to RSVP. Let's get together for support. We'll spend an hour having a social hour to meet other people just like you, and then a round table where we will discuss any of the financial questions you've had come up about divorce. Nothing is off the table! I'm here to open up resources needed to make informed decisions when starting over, and I'd love to see you there!

Hey everyone! Welcome to our first event <3 I want to take this time to get to know each other and provide a space for everyone to share their unique pregnancy experiences or horrors.. lol jk

We’ll meet at Huntley Meadows Park for a leisurely, weather-permitting walk on the trails/boardwalks. Strollers are welcome. After the walk, we’ll head to Port City Brewery (nearby) for drinks/food and casual conversation. Drop in for the walk, the brewery, or both — come solo or bring your partner/kids. No agenda, just good company.

Spend your Sunday at the the Silver Spring library. Whether you and your little one(s) are exploring the many activities or reading a book on the kids floor. You can sign up for the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten @ https://montgomerycountymd.beanstack.org/reader365 Join us at the Silver Spring Library branch to read together. Bring your library card or get one there.

The Center Aging's Monthly Luncheon, Chair Yoga, and Drag Bingo for older LGBTQ+ adults will be held at The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center’s new location at 1827 Wiltberger St. NW, Washington, DC 20001 **[RSVP HERE!](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4RDPStUj2C22i3dDX1zcJGYedgNrzABCMpGOm-gH8pA4_sQ/viewform?usp=header)** **SCHEDULE:** 12pm – 1pm: Chair Yoga 1pm – 2pm: Lunch 2pm – 2:45pm: Drag Bingo Email Mac at (maca@thedccenter.org) if you require ASL interpreter assistance, have any dietary restrictions, or questions about this event. **All attendees must RSVP.** This event is brought to you in partnership with DACL.

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