EGG HUNTS AROUND TOWN

It's time to dig out your old Easter basket, or get crafty and make a new one! Here's a small sampling of what's hoppin' around town this weekend.

EGGstravaganza 2010

When: Sunday, April 4th at noon.

Where: Walter Pierce Park

Details: There will be two egg hunts, the first kicking off around 12:10. There will be games, stories, and plenty of fun!

Common Good City Farm Local Community OPENING DAY

When: Saturday, April 3rd. 11:30 am until 1:30 pm.

Where: 300 V St. NW

Details: Celebration of opening day, and Easter for the local LeDroit, Shaw, Bloomingdale, and Eckington communities. Easter egg hunt for the kids, egg toss for the older kids, and lots of farm fun for the whole family! More details on the farm can be found here.

5th Annual Dupont Circle Egg Hunt

When: Saturday, April 3rd from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm.

Where: Stead Park Field. 1625 P St. NW

Details: Pictures with the Easter Bunny, Face Painting, Balloon Artist, Snacks, and Treats for all to enjoy! Please bring any egg donations to Stead Park no later than 10:30 am on Saturday. Hunt for children 3+ years begins at 11:30 am, children 0-3 years at noon. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Sponsors: DC Department of Parks & Recreation, Friends of Stead, & Lindsay Reishman Real Estate. To sign up for this event and to learn more about community events contact Elise@ReishmanRealE state.com

Seminar for New and Expecting Parents

Who: Lindsay Reishman Real Estate

What: A seminar for local parents to include the following topics:

1. Neighborhood Resources for New Parents

2. What You Need to Know About Education & Applying to Schools

3. A Smart Way to Find a Home for Your Family

4. Popular DC Neighborhoods Among Families

5. Life & Long Term Disability Insurance

6. Living Wills & Estate Planning

When: February 20, 2010

10am - 12pm

Where: 1514 P Street NW. Parking available in the rear of building.

RSVP to Elise Reid at elise@reishmanrealestate.com or 202.560.5541.

Get out, meet fellow parents, learn about what the neighborhood has to offer you and your little people, and enjoy host provided refreshments and snacks!

HAITI - SURVIVAL KIT DRIVE

I thought I'd spread the word on this...

What: The National Organization for the Advancement of Haitians (NOAH) will be conducting a Survival Kit Drive for the victims of the earthquake in Haiti.

When: Sunday, January 17 from 11:00am-4:00pm.

Where: Embassy of the Republic of Haiti

2311 Massachusetts Ave NW

Washington, DC 20008

ITEMS BEING COLLECTED: Baby formula (dry/powder), Baby wipes, Baby bottles, Diapers, Baby clothes, Toiletries (shampoo, soap, toothpaste), Hand sanitizer, Vitamins, First aid kits, Over the counter medicines, Socks, Blankets, Mosquito repellent, Flashlights, Batteries, Candles, Flip flops, T-shirts, pants, lightweight jackets, Non perishable food--in openable cans.

THE STATE OF SHAW MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMIT & OPEN HOUSE

Ever wonder what is happening at the Shaw Middle School? Why the students are in the Garnet-Patterson Building on 10th & U St. NW, and not at the Shaw campus? This weekend Principal Brian Betts will be opening the doors of his school to the community to answer these questions and more.

Where: The Garnet-Patterson Building, 2001 10th St. NW

When: Saturday, January 9th, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm with lunch provided

What: Open house sessions to include:

-Daily life of students.

-Literacy/math initiatives.

-On-going teacher professional development.

-Data driven instruction.

-Frequent monitoring of student progress.

-Full service school model.