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Catalogue nonprofits have a packed schedule of volunteer and event opportunities for Washingtonians this week, if you’re interested in family festivals, dance and theater performances we’ve got events for you!

Saturday, October 17, 2015

2015 World of Wheels for CASA Touch-A-Truck Family Festival!

Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)/Prince George’s County
The 4th Annual World of Wheels for CASA, presented by Pepco, will be held on October 17th from 10am-2pm at DeMatha High School in Hyattsville. The World of Wheels is a Touch-A-Truck and family festival. This family-friendly community event will feature cars, trucks of all sizes, cycles and more! Come out to see these many forms of transportation in person. Enjoy an assortment of activities for kids of all ages moonbounces, games, food and more! Game Truck will also join us from 10:00 am to 12:30, so come early! Meet your children’s favorite movie characters at 11am. Proceeds go to Court Appointed Special Advocate/ Prince George’s County to provide a voice to abused and neglected children in foster care.

When: Sat Oct 17 2015 (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM)
Where: DeMatha Catholic High School 4313 Madison Street, Hyattsville, MD 20781
Fee? yes General Admission: $5.00
Contact: Emma Ravdin, (301) 209-0491

Dissonance Dance: Dance Noir @ JOMDC

Joy of Motion Dance Center
Dance Noir is an evening of dance works built around dark, dramatic classical scores. These works tell narrative stories through a blend of contemporary and modern dance styles.

When: Sat Oct 17 2015 (8:00 PM – 9:00 PM)
Where: Jack Guidone Theatre – JOMDC Friendship Heights, 5207 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20015
Fee? yes $15-25
Contact: Rachel Pearl, (202) 813-9505
For more information:click here

Sunday, October 18, 2015

JCADA 5K Event: A Run, A Walk, AWARE

Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse
Run or walk with JCADA to promote healthy relationships and help end domestic and dating abuse. Proceeds from the JCADA 5K Event support the critical, life-saving services JCADA provides for the Greater Washington community. JCADA delivers comprehensive services to victims of domestic and dating abuse while simultaneously working to break the cycle of abuse in future generations through community education and prevention initiatives. All of our clinical services are free to ensure fewer barriers to victims seeking help. JCADA is committed to empowering victims of domestic and dating abuse to obtain safe environments for themselves and their children. We invite community members of any age to join us! The JCADA 5K Event will feature a morning of family friendly activities that promote healthy relationships and discussions about empowerment and confidence inspired by AWARE, JCADA’s dating abuse prevention initiative.

When: Sun Oct 18 2015 (08:30 AM – 11:30 AM)
Where: Melvin J. Berman Hebrew Academy, 13300 Arctic Avenue, Rockville, MD 20853
Fee? yes $36 adults; FREE for kids 10 & under
Contact: Kira Doar, (301) 315-8040
For more information: click here

Dissonance Dance: Dance Noir @ JOMDC

Joy of Motion Dance Center
Dance Noir is an evening of dance works built around dark, dramatic classical scores. These works tell narrative stories through a blend of contemporary and modern dance styles.

When: Sun Oct 18 2015 (7:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Where: Jack Guidone Theatre – JOMDC Friendship Heights, 5207 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20015
Fee? yes $15-25
Contact: Rachel Pearl, (202) 813-9505
For more information: click here

Monday, October 19, 2015

Girls Write Out! – Presented as part of the Women’s Voices Theatre Festival Volunteer Opportunity

Young Playwrights’ Theater
Join Young Playwrights’ Theater (YPT) for a one-night-only staged reading of four fun, fanciful plays written by female playwrights ages 8-15. Professional actors bring to life tales of magic bracelets, superhero sisters, evil queens and more! Featuring: Diamond of Destiny by Nevaeh Edwards Stuck in a Fairy Tale by Nora Foster The Magic Bracelet by Carmela Pascale Wish For Light by Anderson Waltz …and a selection of monologues by other young female playwrights! 6:30pm Reception 7pm Performance FREE and open to the public Girls Write Out! is presented by YPT as part of the Women’s Voices Theater Festival.

When: Mon Oct 19 2015 (6:30 PM – 8:30 PM)
Where: The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall, 610 F Street Northwest Washington, DC 20004
Fee? no
Volunteer Info: Volunteers will help set up and run the reception, check in guests and clean up following the event. All volunteers are welcome to watch the performance.
Contact: Laura Wood, (202) 387-9173

Tuesday, October 20, 2015

BalderDASH!

District Alliance for Safe Housing
The District Alliance for Safe Housing (DASH) presents its annual BalderDASH Reception to Celebrate Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October. BalderDASH! is a lively annual cocktail reception with music and refreshments. Enjoy a tour of the mansion, our very own BalderDASH trivia game, and lots of purple!

When: Tue Oct 20 2015 (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Where: Mansion on O Street, 2020 O Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036
Fee? yes $30/Ticket
Contact: Jasmine Owens, (202) 462-3274 ext 227
For more information: click here

Yotam Ottolenghi and Ramael Scully

Sixth & I Historic Synagogue
In NOPI: The Cookbook, head chef Ramael Scully’s Asian roots meet Yotam Ottolenghi’s Middle Eastern influences and together bring the restaurant’s favorite dishes within reach of the home cook. In conversation with Atlantic national correspondent Jeffrey Goldberg.

When: Tue Oct 20 2015 (7:00 PM)
Where: Sixth & I 600 I Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
Fee? yes $18
Contact: Libi Baehr, (202) 266-4872
For more information: click here

Wednesday, October 21, 2015

LUNAFEST, preented by Girls on the Run – DC

Girls on the Run – DC
LUNAFEST connects women, their stories and their causes through film. This traveling film festival spotlights the work of a diverse array of talented women filmmakers with intelligent, funny and thought-provoking themes. Join us for a fun evening including sips and snacks followed by the showing of the winning films!

When: Wed Oct 21 2015 (6:30 PM – 8:00 PM)
Where: Pepco Edison Place Gallery, 702 8th St NW, Washington, DC 20068
Fee? yes $45 general admission; $50 at the door (if available)
Contact: Kelly Makimaa, (832) 443-8909
For more information: click here

Thursday, October 22, 2015

Paintings & Pairings Volunteer Opportunity

Insight Memory Care Center
Join us in celebrating the care, support, and education IMCC provides to thousands of individuals affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other memory impairments in our Northern Virginia community. This year’s Paintings & Pairings event will feature: Paired hors d’oeuvres with seasonal wines Delicious three-course seated dinner Beautiful local paintings and art work for sale And, of course wonderful silent and live auction items A fantastic live and silent auction will be the highlight of this year’s event. You will not want to miss out on the fun; items include everything from a wine tasting dinner for 6, sports memorabilia, local dance lessons or golf outings, or a weekend getaway at a B&B. There will be something for everyone! The Art show will feature the works of several local artists connected with our center and day center participants. These works are also a part of the auction this year.

When: Thu Oct 22 2015 (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)
Where: Stacy C. Sherwood Center, 3740 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22030
Fee? yes $100 early bird tickets before Oct. 2nd; $125 tickets Oct. 3 until the event.
Volunteer Info: Volunteers can help with set-up, auction check-out, and clean up!
Contact: Robin McGlothin, (703) 204-4664
For more information: click here

#WhatsUpWednesday 10.7.2015

Happy “What’s Up Wednesday!” Looking for a new podcast to add to your queue? This week’s #whatsupwednesday feature has a suggestion for you. Also featured, Catalogue nonprofits supporting one another through wonderful collaborations. Read on and…Happy Wednesday!

DC SCORES
This week, DC SCORES introduced six new team members on its podcast! Get to know soccer coordinators Breele Hunter, Emily Shinogle, and Travis Worra (a goalie for D.C. United); soccer program manager Chris Hudler; Athletic Director Greg James; and writing coordinator Mira Smith as they begin their time at DC SCORES.

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Montgomery Countryside Alliance
This week, Montgomery Countryside Alliance connected local Crossroads Market farmers to acreage through Land Link Montgomery. Crossroads Market is part of Crossroads Community Food Network (also a Catalogue nonprofit!).

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