(Photo: Michael Robinson Chavez/The Washington Post)
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Spring is off to an exciting start!
Last week
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we announced Kim R. Ford will join Martha's Table as our new President & CEO on April 1.
Kim brings an extensive background in education leadership and community development—and, as a native Washingtonian, shares our vision of a city in which
every
child has the opportunity to thrive.
Recently, she served the U.S. Department of Education as the Acting Assistant Secretary for the Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education. Before that, she worked as a Dean at the University of the District of Columbia, overseeing programs related to career and technical education. She also served in President Obama’s Administration, where she helped lead the implementation of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
Kim has a fierce commitment to advancing equity in her hometown and a passion for public service.
We could not ask for a stronger leader than Kim to join the MT family.
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On Wednesday, March 6, 2019, we officially opened our doors at The Maycroft (1474 Columbia Road, NW)!
The Maycroft houses four classrooms for infants and toddler, a no-cost grocery market, and affordable apartment units operated by our partner, Jubilee Housing.
Donations of baby items, children's clothing, and professional attire are accepted at The Maycroft from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, Mondays through Fridays. Food donations are accepted by appointment using our
online scheduling calendar
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In addition, several
volunteer opportunities
are offered at The Maycroft including Food Prep, Baking Enthusiast, and McKenna's Wagon.
With our headquarters at The Commons in Southeast D.C. and with The Maycroft in Northwest D.C., we are able to support more children and families than ever before!
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NEW ADDRESS
Martha's Table at The Maycroft:
1474 Columbia Rd. NW
Washington, DC 20009
- Located at 15th St. & Columbia Rd. NW
- Public transportation is best as the Maycroft is just two blocks from Columbia Heights metro station.
- Volunteers - please use our alley entrance off of 15th Street.
- Education families and market shoppers - please use the entrance on Columbia Road.
- Limited street parking is available.
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Support Family Literacy Night
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In April, our Education Program is hosting a Family Literacy Night for our students. The theme is "Light and literacy" and activities will explore sunlight, shadows, flashlights, light bulbs, and more. Children will be invited to take home books to explore this theme through reading.
Will you help us add new books to the home libraries of our youngest learners? Please view our online
wish-list and help spread the word! #LiteracyisLIT
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We invite you to visit our new headquarters at The Commons:
2375 Elvans Road SE!
Several
volunteer opportunities are available to assist with our weekday Martha's Table Market. Market guests are invited to shop at no-cost once per month for fresh fruits, vegetables, and pantry items.
Additionally, we offer events that are fun for the whole family:
- Friday Nights at The Hub - Join us every third Friday of the month for kid-friendly activities, special performances, and more! See below for upcoming dates.
- Community Markets at The Commons - Join us on the fourth Friday of the month for a large community event featuring our no-cost market, recipe samples, face-painting, community partner resources, and more. See below for upcoming dates.
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Monthly Community Dinners at
The Commons
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Join us at the table for community, conversations, and a delicious taco dinner.
Meet and greet our new President & CEO, Kim R. Ford!
Wednesday, April 10
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
2375 Elvans Rd. SE
Dinner is no cost and open to all neighbors. RSVP required. For more info and to RSVP visit:
tinyurl.com/MTdinners or call 202-328-6608.
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Friday, April 19
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
2375 Elvans Rd. SE
Join us for a family-friendly karaoke night featuring special guest and musician, Kenny Sway!
Friday Nights at The Hub are held every third Friday of the month
from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm.
For more info and to RSVP e-mail:
Erica Janifer, Community Events and Partnerships Coordinator at ejanifer@marthastable.org or call 202-328-6608.
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April Market at
The Commons
Friday, April 26
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
2375 Elvans Rd. SE
Shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, and shelf-stable pantry items at no-cost!
Learn more about MT programs:
Education
Enrichment
Family Engagement
Martha's Outfitters
& Job Opportunities
Connect with Community Partners:
AmeriHealth Caritas DC
Community Of Hope
and more!
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The monthly Community Market at The Commons is held on the last Friday of each month from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM!
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Options:
- *For a non vegetarian option, add beef, chicken, shrimp, etc...
- Vary your toppings! Top with red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, and green onions.
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Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Serves:
4 people
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 lb mushrooms chopped ((3 cups)
- 1/2 cup of onion diced
- 1/2 cup of shredded carrots
- 2 tsp minced fresh garlic
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 2 cups of steamed brown rice
- 1 head of romaine lettuce for serving
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Steps
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add mushrooms. Cook 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook 1-2 minutes more.
- Add the steamed brown rice, soy sauce , and stir for 2 minutes.
- Add the shredded carrots, cook an additional minute.
- At the table, fill each lettuce leaf with rice and a big spoonful of veggie mixture. Wrap.
- Enjoy!
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