August 23, 2018 | Vol. 4, Issue 34
Dear Washingtonians,
With September just around the corner, it's that time of year again in Washington, DC—time to celebrate the artists, makers, and entrepreneurs who keep DC creative. It's time for 202Creates.
From go-go to street art to jazz, we know that Washington, DC has always been—and
will always be—a leader in the arts. The Washington, DC we know and love today has been shaped by generations of artists and creatives who helped carve out
our vibrant neighborhoods and develop the District's distinct personality and culture.
Throughout September, we will showcase the creative entrepreneurs and artists who are vital to DC’s economy and culture with events across all eight wards. There will be something for everyone—from music and film festivals to comedy shows and mural tours. Learn more, see a full calendar of events, and RSVP for next Wednesday's kickoff event at 202Creates.com.
Sincerely,
 On Monday, August 27, at 6:30 p.m., join Mayor Bowser, the Mayor’s Office on Women’s Policy and Initiatives, and the DC Commission for Women to celebrate Women’s Equality Day. Women's Equality Day commemorates August 26, 1920, the day the 19th Amendment went into effect, giving women in the U.S. the right to vote.
Find more information and RSVP HERE.
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 On Saturday, August 25, at 11:00 a.m., the Bowser Administration will host the
Third Annual Taste of the World Festival at the Emery Heights Recreation Center in Ward 4. The festival will celebrate the diverse international communities that live and thrive in Washington, DC.
This year's festival will showcase food, music, and dance from the Dominican Republic, India, Ethiopia, and several Caribbean islands. RSVP HERE.
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 Tune in to Mayor Bowser's Facebook page every Monday at 3:00 p.m. for the new Maternal Mondays series. Each episode features the Mayor’s cabinet members, local experts, and District moms highlighting best maternal and infant health practices.
On Wednesday, September 12, Mayor Bowser will bring together mayors, leaders, and health experts from across the nation at Washington, DC's first-ever Maternal and Infant Health Summit. Together, we will focus on a critical issue that affects women, children, and families in Washington, DC and beyond: infant and maternal health. Residents can learn more and RSVP at dcmaternalhealth.com.
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 This week’s District Minute features stories about the 2018 PARCC scores, newly modernized DC Public Schools, and the 4th Annual Chuck Brown Day Festival.
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 The Safer Stronger DC Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement focuses on community-oriented, public health approaches to violence prevention, recognizing that reducing crime is not accomplished solely through law enforcement.
The Safer Stronger DC Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement has an opening for an Executive Assistant. This position is responsible for assisting the Executive Director with a wide range of administrative, programmatic, and executive responsibilities. All details regarding this vacancy, including qualifications, can be found by visiting the job announcement.
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