DMV Community Happenings

Kick off the New Year with a new career.  The YWCA is enrolling DC women interested in a career in the trades.  Applications are now being accepted.  www.ywcanca.org

Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King.  Join Top Ladies of Distinction of Prince George’s County for their 12th Annual Prayer Breakfast January 13th at Martins Crosswinds in Greenbelt.  www.tlodpgcc.org

Prince George’s County is reminding residents that retail stores no longer provide plastic carryout bags to shoppers. Bring your own reusable bag when you shop.  www.mypgc.us/bagitright


Mark your calendar for the 16th Annual DMV Links Red Dress Event on Facebook Live.  It’s February 2nd on National Wear Red Day.  www.arlingtonlinksinc.org

The Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland has launched a new and improved Mobile Career Center for college students looking for potential job opportunities.  www.tccsmd.org

Do you have a community event or non-profit you want the DMV to know about.   Email Renee Nash at rnash@whur.com at least three weeks prior to your event.

DC residents don’t get caught out in the cold.  The DC Public Service Commission is handing out free home weatherization items at public libraries thru January 17thwww.dcpsc.org

Housing discrimination on the basis of national origin is against the law.  If you have been a victim, contact Housing Counseling Services.  www.housingetc.org