with elected leaders. The advocacy effort in particular will deeply integrate information and themes from the DC KIDS COUNT project, which will provide key data to serve as rallying points for ensuring that the District’s young children are getting what they need to succeed. dckids.org
The Sanchez siblings, grades 2, 7 and 8, attend Perry Street Prep together
Science in the Summer at Anacostia Neighborhood Library
Science in the Summer, Level 1 is a fun and free science education program sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline. This fun science program helps elementary-school children “grow into science.” Classes are small, with 15 students each, so be sure to register early! Level 1 classes are for children entering grades 2-3. The class meets in two sessions: Fridays, July 13 and 20, 10:00 a.m.-noon. Need information? Call the library at 202-715-7707. Anacostia Neighborhood Library, 1800 Good Hope Rd. SE. dclibrary.org/anacostia
Steel Pan East of the River
Enjoy an afternoon of festive music played by members of the East of the River Boys & Girls Steelband. Founded by Gladys Bray and directed by Roger Greenidge, the group has appeared at the 1996 Olympic Soccer Games, Wolf Trap Park for the Performing Arts and the Apollo Theater. Sunday, Aug 5, 2:00 p.m. For reservations, call 202633-4844. Anacostia Community Museum, 1901 Fort Pl. SE. 202-633-4820. anacostia.si.edu
Free Kids T-Shirts at Nats Game
At Nats v. Atlanta Braves on July 22, 1:35 p.m., the first 10,000 fans 12 and under get a free Potomac Nationals t-shirt. washington.nationals.mlb.com
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