Neighbors,

As we wrap up a busy and fun-filled summer, I invite you to celebrate with me at Ward 5 Day on Saturday, September 14, 2019, from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm on the east side of Langdon Park (we'll be on the east end of the park, along Mills Avenue NE). We will have free food, games, bounce house and activities for children, and over 25 organizations and local businesses will be there. There will be performances from DJ Analyze, the Phelps High School marching band, Beacon House cheer team, Capoeira martial arts studio, and a special guest band. 

My staff and I will be collecting back to school donations for our teachers during Ward 5 Day. Often times teachers don’t have everything they need to equip their classrooms and end up spending their hard-earned money to purchase supplies. This year I plan to surprise some Ward 5 elementary school teachers with school supplies, board games, puzzles, cleaning supplies, and more.  Join us in our effort by bringing donations of these items to Ward 5 Day. Make sure to sign up for the spades tournament where we will be going by “official rules.” I have invited my colleague Councilmember Robert White to join and determine who will have bragging rights in the Wilson Building. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st and 2nd place.

I hope to see you and your family there on September 14. Don't forget to RSVP.

In service, 

Kenyan 

Growing up in DC, Councilmember McDuffie played sports and attended programs at the Kingman Boys and Girls Club near Logan Circle. So it was personal when he joined the club earlier this month to celebrate its 50th anniversary and present them with a ceremonial resolution from the DC Council. Read about it in the AFRO. 

This afternoon Councilmember McDuffie will speak on a featured panel at the annual My Brother’s Keeper Summit and Volunteer Fair. The event takes place at 3:00 pm at the Convention Center. It is free and open to the public and focused on raising awareness, highlighting resources, and promoting collective solutions to ensure that young men and boys of color have the necessary tools and support to maximize their success. I hope you can join us for this powerful event.

La Cosecha is opening soon in Union Market! It is a contemporary market celebrating Latin American culture and conversation. The public is invited to join Councilmember McDuffie at La Cosecha's opening concert + block party celebration, Calle Latina, headlined by Grammy-winning Latin fusion band Ozomatli. Come for a day of music, food and family-friendly activities including pop-ups, arts + crafts, chef demos and more. Register for free here!

The House of Representatives will hold a hearing on legislation to make the District of Columbia a state (the hearing was rescheduled from the original date in July). Click the image above to visit www.ShowUp4DC.com and learn how to get involved.