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Tuesday, September 30, 2014

A leader in Tweet of the day (9/30/14)

Help young artists turn trash into art!

Contact Capitol Hill Arts Workshop (202-547-6839) to find out how you can help!

Monday, September 29, 2014

Child- and youth-related items from Sept. 29 Funding Alert

The one highlight from the September 29 edition is 2014 Keds Change Community, Change Your World Grant.

This edition also includes previously highlighted opportunities.

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Students in the Tweet of the day (9/29/14)

The Washington Performing Arts Fall Arts Fair October 5 keeps getting better!

The Washington Performing Arts has just released exciting information: Details about the October 5, Noon - 5:00 pm Fall Arts Fair!

  • Music from FJ Music Fusion and DC native progressive hip hop artist Christylez Bacon
  • Dance by Silk Road Dance Company
  • Dance with Nomad Dancers and also Rhythmaya Dance for a Bollywood Dance Party

There will also be free workshops, demonstrations and food.

Friday, September 26, 2014

Sports and academics in the Tweet of the day (9/26/14)

October 6 chat for mental health

Young people are encouraged to participate in the one-hour national dialogue about taking care of their mental health. The dialogue takes place Monday, October 6. All young people have to do is to gather a group of 3-4 people for an hour. The how-tos are available by clicking the image above.

For those who want to participate but don't have a group, joining the Twitter chat using the hash tag #TextTalkAct is a good option.

Thursday, September 25, 2014

Collective Action for Safe Spaces seeks interns - perfect for those under 24!

Collective Action for Safe Spaces Internships

FREE child sexual abuse prevention training

Safe Shores is offering FREE Stewards of Children Sexual Abuse Prevention Training sessions this fall. The interactive training teaches adults how to recognize, respond to and prevent child sexual abuse. Upcoming training sessions are being held October 21, November 20 and December 17.

Learn more and register.

Tuesday, September 23, 2014

Monday, September 22, 2014

Child- and youth-related items from Sept. 22 Funding Alert

Highlights from the September 22 edition are:
  • Let's Play Community Construction Grants
  • Youth Volunteers Honored - The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

This edition also includes previously highlighted opportunities.

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Sports and academics in the Tweet of the day (9/22/14)

Celebrate new Sherwood Rec Center Sept. 27

NEW: Ombudsman for public ed 2014 annual report

Sunday, September 21, 2014

Basics on Enterovirus D68 for parents/caregivers

On September 18, DOH Director Dr. Joxel Garcia sent a letter to public school parents about preventing the spread of Enterovirus D68.    The letter is also below.   DOH has also shared an easy-to-read and -understand graphic.   See below.

Enterovirus D68 Parent and Guardian Update FINAL

Thursday, September 18, 2014

Child- and youth-related items from Sept. 15 Funding Alert

Highlights from the September 15 edition are:
  • Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Grant
  • National Technical Resource Center for Newborn Hearing Screening and Intervention (HHS)
  • Strengthen Evidence Base for Maternal and Child Health Program (HHS)

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Youth leadership in the Tweet of the day (9/18/14)

Walk to School Day is October 8

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Art in the Tweet of the day (9/17/14)

Back to School Garden Tour Sept. 28

Participate in the Back to School Garden Tour for FREE Sunday, September 28 from 11:30 am - 3:00 pm.

OSSE's School Garden Program and BicycleSPACE are co-sponsoring the bike tour around DC to visit some of our many school gardens. Participants will learn about some of the wonderful school gardens in the city, eat delicious produce, and enjoy a free lunch.

Register today since space is limited.

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

National (Car) Seat Check Saturday, Sept. 20

The last day of Child Passenger Safety Week 2014 features a day-long car seat safety check station.

Saturday, September 20 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm at MPD's Traffic Division (501 New York Avenue NW), installation experts will make sure

  1. parents and other caregivers have the correct car seat (booster seat) for their child
  2. car seats are installed properly

Reports DDOT, "Car crashes are a leading cause of death for children 1 to 13 years old. Many times deaths and injuries can be prevented by proper use of car seats, boosters, and seat belts."

Child abuse stats in the Tweet of the day (9/16/14)

Monday, September 15, 2014

Bike riding in the Tweet of the day (9/15/14)

Save the date: Washington Performing Arts Fall Arts Fair, October 5

The Washington Performing Arts Fall Arts Fair takes place Sunday, October 5 from Noon - 5:00 pm at THEARC (1901 Mississippi Ave SE).A complimentary shuttle will run between the Southern Avenue Metro (on the Green line) and THEARC. Ample free parking will also be available.

The family event, inspired by the art and culture of the Silk Road, will feature with activities and performances from around the globe and

  • Face painting
  • Art activities for all ages
  • Henna designs
  • Bollywood dance lessons
  • Food vendors

Here's the event flyer (PDF).

Thursday, September 11, 2014

Music in the Tweet of the day (9/11/14)

Getting organized for the school year


There's still time to get organized for the new school year and this tip from Uncommon Designs makes it easy with step-by-step instructions and pictures.

Go on over to Homework Station { Portable DIY Crate } so you (and your kids) can create a one-of-a-kind homework station crate of your child's very own!

Monday, September 8, 2014

Child- and youth-related items from Sept. 8 Funding Alert

Highlights from the September 8 edition are:
  • Before -School Physical Activity Programs
  • Juvenile Justice Programs
  • Technology Programs for Teens
  • Youth /Hearing or Sight Impaired

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Back to School Night in the Tweet of the day (9/8/14)

Boo at the Zoo: Tickets on sale Sept. 10


Boo at the Zoo, which takes place October 24-26, will feature more than 40 not-so-spooky treat stations, animal demonstrations, keeper chats and decorated trails. An event for the whole family, attendees will receive traditional chocolates, nutritious snacks, souvenirs and other items.

Costumes are encouraged. This event is best for those aged 4-12 and parents, of course!

FONZ members may purchase tickets online starting September 10 at 10:00 am and non-members may purchase tickets online beginning September 22.

Saturday, September 6, 2014

First Week Flashback brought to you by DCPS

First Week Flashback highlights the first week back to school for students and teachers at DC Public Schools. Take a look at the great photos by Satsun Photography/Beverlie Lord such as the one below.

Friday, September 5, 2014

Tweet of the day (9/5/14)

Pictures, 1,000 words. Help us tell the story of summer 2014.

Did your kids have fun this summer? Do you have photos to prove it? Do you run a program and have snaps?

If so, please share with One City Youth. We'd like to show the variety of things children and youth did this summer. Slide shows would appear on the blog and One City Youth website.

Email pics to OCY, onecityyouth@dc.gov.

Thursday, September 4, 2014

Sing, Talk & Read at the @dcpl STAR Family Festival Sept. 13

The Saturday, September 13, 11:00 am STAR Family Festival: Sing, Talk & Read takes place at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library (901 G St NW).

The event features lots of fun and educational activities including:

  • Fun activities, crafts and games for children
  • Free children's books
  • Live entertainment by Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer and drummer Jali-D
  • Safety, health and education resources for your child
  • Workshops for parents to support your child's early learning
  • Door prizes including $200 gift baskets and other giveaways
  • Face painting
  • Photo opportunities with costumed characters including Clifford the Big Red Dog (super yay!!)

Other event features are free lunch, special guest appearances from WKYS FM Shorty de Prince and Angie Ange.

More information is available by calling DC Public Library, (202) 727-0321.

Tweet of the day (9/4/14)

Tuesday, September 2, 2014

50 essential DC history books for adults. What about for kids?

50 Essential Washington DC History Books is exactly as the title suggests. H-DC (a website and community all about the history of DC) is looking for additions to this list. The 2011 list, shown in the H-DC post, was compiled by DC Public Library Washingtoniana Division and the DC Center for the Book.

Some titles currently on the list are:

  • Jonetta Rose Barras, The last of the Black emperors: the hollow comeback of Marion Barry in the new age of Black leaders
  • Elizabeth Clark-Lewis (ed), First freed: Washington, D.C. in the emancipation era
  • Louise Daniel Hutchinson, The Anacostia story, 1608-1930
  • Harry Jaffe and Tom Sherwood, Dream city: race, power, and the decline of Washington, D.C.
  • Keith E. Melder, City of magnificent intentions: a history of Washington, District of Columbia

Are there titles you would suggest for children and youth? Are some of the titles on the H-DC list appropriate for the younger set? Email One City Youth and we'll publish the list.

Tweet of the day (9/2/14)

Monday, September 1, 2014

Child- and youth-related items from Sept. 1 Funding Alert

Highlights from the September 1 edition are:
  • Healthy Tomorrows Partnership for Children Program (HHS)
  • Sexual/Gender Justice
  • E2 Energy to Educate Grants
  • 2015 Jump Rope For Heart and Hoops - For Heart Grant Program

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Tweet of the day (9/1/14)

Learning about Labor Day

And for more fun and learning, take the Union Plus Labor Day Quiz. Even if the kids in your family or program don't know the correct answers, the quiz offers some teaching moments!