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GUIDED TOUR OF PARK VIEW FARMERS MARKET AT RED HOOK HALL - DAMES ONLY
Join us for a special tour of this year-round Sunday market which opened January 12 and is a first for this neighborhood. It connects local farmers, growers and producers to local consumers in the Park View, Petworth, Columbia Heights and surrounding communities. Park View Farmers Market features the largest meat and seafood counter in Northwest DC and will grow to more than 30 vendors who represent some of the best farmers, growers and producers in the region. Vendors have been carefully curated for the dedication they demonstrate in connecting people to healthier food. Market products will include fresh fruits and vegetables, seafood, meat, eggs, honey, bread, pastries, and plant and meat-based prepared foods. The venue at Hook Hall is one of the finest in the city and the perfect backdrop for a farmers market. With beautiful covered outdoor space, grand indoor space and a full-service bar, it truly is a community gathering spot. DATE: Sunday, February 9 TIME: Between 9:00 a.m.and 2:00 p.m. More detailed info to come regarding meeting time and spot. PLACE: Park View Farmers Market at Red Hook Hall, 3400 Georgia Avenue NW. RSVP: More information to come soon.
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DAMES WHO DINE
Join us for dinner and a tour of Savor at Studio 3807, Prince George's County's first artisanal food hall. It is the brainchild of business attorney and food entrepreneur April N. Richardson, Esq. and Peter Siegel, a socially conscious developer, who partnered to bring this exciting opportunity to PG County. Before we eat, we will tour the artist studios next door which houses about 25 pieces of amazing art from local artists. Savor boasts over 8,000 square feet of space designed for the community to eat and meet. It will feature local culinary artists who will create mini-restaurants, an indoor farmers market, an artisans market and a commercial kitchen for emerging food talent to rent. In addition, you will find pop ups where new food concepts can be tested and a stage for live music performances. As a committed supporter of the arts and community, Savor offers an exciting culinary space so residents and neighbors can explore a variety of exciting local culinary options. DATE: January 11, 2020 TIME: 12:00 p.m. PLACE: Savor Food Hall 3809 Rhode island Ave, in Brentwood, MD. RSVP: Click here to sign up. PARKING: Neighborhood parking is limited. More transportation information to come. We are looking for a Dame to assist with our social media as part of the Communications committee. She will post on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter promoting our events, give shout outs for Dame "sightings" at non-Dame events and post photos taken at our and non-Dame events. This volunteer will work with Vice President of Communications Jill Collins. Please contact Jill if you are interested in doing this important job.
SAVE THE DATE - WINTER POTLUCK
DATE: Sunday, January 19, 2020 TIME: 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. PLACE: The home of Linda Roth, 4019 Lorcum Lane, Arlington, Virginia 22207 PRICE: Free, bring an appetizer, entree, or dessert to share. We will send out a link soon where you can register through SignUpGenius to let us know you can come and what you would like to bring. DIRECTIONS: Linda's home is located at the intersection of Randolph Road and Lorcom Lane. There is street parking on Lorcom Lane, and an entrance by the gate that leads directly to the kitchen. There is also street parking on Randolph Road where the front door is, close to the dining room. Both entrances are good to use. METRO: The closest metro stop is Virginia Square. From there walk .4 mile to North Quincy Street and 10th Street North. Take the #53A Bus towards East Falls Church Metro. Get off at Military Road and North Lorcom Lane. Walk .1 mile to the intersection of Lorcom Lane and Randolph Road. DC DAMES MEMBER-TO-MEMBER KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE
A series of Dames-Only events with our members sharing their skills INSTAGRAM FOR BUSINESS If you have a business or product to promote, knowing how to use Instagram can help you grow. It is not just about selling; it is building a brand, telling a story and engaging with prospects. We are bringing in an expert to help us on this one. LaShondra Booker is the Founder and CEO of Raspberry Social, a Digital Marketing Consultancy dedicated to designing social media strategy and increasing engagement. She has over 10 years of experience implementing successful strategies for local restaurants, caterers and food industry professionals. Instagram Tips and Tricks with LaShondra Booker Light Snacks DATE: December 2 TIME: 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. PLACE: Home of Deb Lindsey, 11909 Falkirk Drive, Potomac, MD 20854. Plenty of street parking. RSVP: membership@lesdamesdc.org Maximize the value of this program by including questions about Instagram when you RSVP, along with your Instagram handle. PRICE: $10 (pay at the event) Registration is now open for the meeting and luncheon. Please click here to let us know you can come.
DATE: Saturday, November 9, 2019 PLACE: RIS Restaurant, 2275 L Street, NW, Washington DC TIMES: Board Meeting: 10 a.m. General Membership Meeting: 11 a.m. Luncheon: Noon PRICE: Meeting (FREE); Luncheon $55/per person (includes taxes and gratuity) REGISTRATION: Registration is a quick and easy process. Please click here to register for the meeting (FREE) and if you plan to stay for lunch, you can purchase your luncheon ticket at the same time. PROXY: Attendance, in person, at one general membership meeting per year is a requirement of membership. If you cannot attend this meeting, you may ask an attending Dame to serve as your proxy. You will find your proxy form at www.lesdamesdc.org or by clicking here. Please email or send the completed proxy form to Robin Kurtzman (kurtzman4@comcast.net) BEFORE the meeting. Instructions to complete the proxy are on the form. PARKING/METRO: The nearest Metro Station is Foggy Bottom on the Blue, Silver and Orange Lines. DAMES WHO READ: DAMES ONLY BOOK CLUB
DATE: Monday, November 18 TIME: 7:00 p.m. PLACE: The home of Susan Callahan, 1016 Greenock Road, Silver Spring, MD 20901 RSVP: chefsusan@verizon.net BOOK SELECTION: From Scratch: Memoir of Love, Sicily, and Finding Home by Tembi Locke. PRICE: Free. The host provides refreshments. DATE CHANGE: AUTUMN GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
DATE: Saturday, November 9 TIME: Board Meeting: 10 a.m. General Membership Meeting: 11 a.m. Lunch: Noon PLACE: Ris Restaurant, 2275 L Street NW, Washington, DC 20037. PRICE: Meeting is FREE; Lunch price $55. REGISTRATION: Registration information coming soon. PROXY: Attendance, in person, at one general membership meeting per year is a requirement of membership. If you cannot attend the AGMM, you may ask an attending Dame to serve as your proxy. You will find your proxy form at www.lesdamesdc.org or by clicking here. Please email or send the completed proxy form to Robin Kurtzman (kurtzman4@comcast.net) BEFORE the meeting. Instructions are on the form. LES DAMES DC MEMBER-TO-MEMBER KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE - DAMES ONLY
Join us as we launch a Les Dames DC Member's Only Knowledge Exchange series. First up...SEO Do you have a website and wonder how you can get more visibility? Les Dames DC President Stacey Adams and owner of Tastings Gourmet Market in Annapolis will share her business strategies and provide tips and tools for online growth. Topics to be covered: What is SEO and why is it important? What's the difference between a keyword and a keyphrase? What is a keyword strategy? How does Google work with SEO? What tools can you use to improve your SEO? DATE: October 1 TIME: 6:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. PLACE: Home of Lori Gardner, 13521 Coachlamp Lane, Silver Spring, MD 20906 (approximately one mile from Glenmont Metro. Need a ride from the Metro? Let us know) RSVP: membership@lesdamesdc.org PRICE: No Charge! DAMES WHO READ - DAMES ONLY BOOK CLUB
Our Dames-only book club is open to all members. We meet every six weeks on a Monday evening. The host chooses the book, usually available in the library and in paperback, and provides refreshments. It is a convivial group. If you wish to join, contact Eileen Dykes eileendykes@gmail.com or any of the upcoming hosts (see below). If you are interested in hosting, please let Eileen know. If you have a book you would like to read and discuss, also let Eileen know. Otherwise, we are sure other members can offer some ideas! DATE: Monday, September 23 TIME: 7:00 p.m. PLACE: The home of Kari Barrett, kpbrrtt@gmail.com, 5508 Waterway Terrace, Rockville, MD 20853 BOOK SELECTION: Gaining Ground: A Story of Farmers' Markets, Local Food, and Saving the Family Farm by Forrest Pritchard. PRICE: Free. The host provides refreshments. |
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