When the temperature drops below freezing, vulnerable populations –such as people who live on the streets– are at high risk of dying of hypothermia. Hypothermia happens when your body loses heat much faster than it can produce it, making your body temperature dip well below the average of 98.6 degrees. Hypothermia causes clumsiness, confusion and […]
The folks at Changing Perceptions, a non-profit that helps returning citizens find full- and part-time employment, have partnered up with the District’s RiverSmart homes program and would like to help homeowners get a free audit so they can enjoy the benefits of rain barrels, bayscaping, permeable pavers and shade trees for a healthier river. Click […]
With an extended fall season (September – December!) that means a few things. First, more trees get in the ground. Second, we’re able to measure and inventory a record number of trees. Third, we need volunteers to accomplish these goals! With over 30 events almost every weekend from mid-September to the end of December across […]
The Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington will be conducting several free vision screenings for youth and adults September 16-18, 2018. The screenings will take place at 233 Massachusetts Avenue, NE and they are as follows: Youth screening: Sunday, September 16, 12-5 p.m. For ages 3-18. Ophthalmologists will be on hand to test children for amblyopia […]
Have you ever wanted to read a book and discuss it with neighbors and new friends? Do you like attending parties where your food is matched to your literature and you’re encouraged to dress up and be transported to another place? Do you like it when you attend such parties and you know that your […]