Click here to download a PDF of the September 2020 News.

The September issue of the Village News also offers:

Click here to download a PDF of the August 2020 CHV News.

Members share photos, art, poetry, and more in this issue:

The August issue of the Village News also offers:

Click here to download a PDF of the July 2020 CHV News!

Taking Action Against Racism

By Phil Guire and Judy Berman 

Phil and I decided to share our columns in this newsletter because this topic is so very important. With the country reeling over the deaths of Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd (pictured above), and so many others, a tide has turned. As many White individuals confront their own biases and assess the impact that living in a racist society has had on them, we believe it is equally important that businesses and organizations do the same. CHV’s strategic plan has included expanding diversity as a pillar of its strategy for several years, yet not enough has changed. 

This moment in history is crying out for those of us with White privilege to stop falling back on what’s easy not to see, and to take action against the injustices of historical, systemic, and current racial inequality. It starts with understanding, but it doesn’t stop there. We have to continually remind ourselves and each other when White privilege is at work, when injustice is at work, and commit to standing up against it—even if, or perhaps especially if—it makes us uncomfortable. Many of us moved to Capitol Hill precisely because of its diversity, because LBJ had issued a call for a “Great Society” and we wanted to be part of it. But that vision is still to be realized. (Read more on pages 1-3.)

The July issue of the Village News also offers:

Click here to download a PDF of the June 2020 CHV News.

Members share their experiences during the pandemic (page 6). If you forgot to send in your story, you have another chance: The August CHV News will be all about you! Send stories about the pandemic — or anything that interests you or that you’ve accomplished. Opinions, photos, art, poetry, and any other form of self-expression is welcome. See page 9.

The June issue of the Village News also offers:

DC Stay At Home Order Extended through June 8, 2020.

At the Mayor’s Wednesday, May 13 Situational Update, the District provided details on the status of the pandemic in the District and made clear that the District has not yet met the conditions recommended by experts for scaling back on social distancing.

Click here to download a PDF of the May 2020 CHV News.

The COVID-19 pandemic is giving us an opportunity to learn new things such as: voting with an absentee ballot (page 9), using Zoom, FaceTime, Skype and more tools to stay connected (page 1), and doing good deeds (page 5, CHV volunteer mask makers).

The May issue of the Village News also offers:

  • Learn more about gay activist Harvey Milk with suggested readings and movies (page 6)
  • Meet Rose Marie Althuis, Educator and Communicator (page 7)
  • Learn about COVID-19 scammers and how being vigilant can beat them (page 8)
  • If you take the standard deduction on your 2020 tax return, you can claim a deduction up to $300 for cash donations to charity (page 10)
  • Get involved in the 2020 presidential election (page 11)
  • And much more!

The Washington Home is offering a COVID-19 Virtual Support Group. The support group meets for 60-minutes on Wednesdays from 10AM to 11AM EST and is dedicated to seniors and caregivers, but all are welcome!

Discussions will include emotional wellness strategies, community resources, as well as, provide space for participants to reflect on their thoughts and concerns.

This 5-session support group will cover the following topics:

To participate in the group, please Click Here ( https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-washington-home-covid-19-virtual-support-group-tickets-102435581582 ) and a confirmation email will be sent with details on how to join the virtual meeting either by phone or video.

If you have any questions please email The Washington Home at cbarker@thewashingtonhome.org

Click here to download a PDF of the April 2020 CHV News.

There’s plenty in this issue about COVID-19, but there’s also great information about staying connected as we all get through this together. There isn’t a calendar or events listing for the month, but there are many offerings and ideas to help pass our shared quarantine.

This afternoon, Mayor Bowser announced that DC Public Schools would remain closed, and DC Government would continue to operate on emergency status until April 24, in order to slow the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19. Per our stated policy, Capitol Hill Village will continue to operate remotely until then as well. CHV staff will remain available by phone and e-mail Monday through Friday, 9 am – 5 pm, and after hours for emergencies, just as we have been doing; your Sector Captains and Co-Captains will be staying in touch as you’ve requested; and we will continue to provide as much virtual programming as we can. Please continue to visit the Hub for resources. We’ll all get through this together!

Click here to download a PDF of the March CHV News.

Please note that as the CHV and community response to the COVID19 “Coronavirus” evolves, some events may be postponed, modified for remote participation (e.g., Senior Advocacy Week on page 1), or cancelled. Watch your email for updates!