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Wednesday, March 19 - 06:00 PM 2025
Join us for a comedy night at Hotbed in Adams Morgan! We will start at Andy's Pizza (2465 18th St NW) at 6pm and migrate to the show at hotbed at 7:30, followed by drinks at Le Mont Royal. The registration caps out at 10, but if the event is...
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Friday, March 14 - 10:00 AM 2025
Gateway to District Careers Hiring Fair: Unlocking Local Government Roles for Federal Talent Join the District of Columbia's Department of Human Resources (DCHR) for the upcoming hiring event on Friday, March 14th, 2025. Visit the website HERE.
Event Type: Official
Sunday, March 02 - 05:00 PM 2025
From the event website:NOVA RPCV Winter Potluck Gathering Join us for the Winter Potluck Gathering with author Jody Olsen presenting A Million Miles – My Peace Corps Journey. WhenDate: Sunday, 02 Mar 2025Time: 5:00pm – 8:00pm EDT LocationIn Fairfax at the home of George Economides (Bangladesh & Mongolia, 2001–05;...
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Thursday, February 27 - 05:00 PM 2025
Please join RPCV Nexus and RPCV/W for the 3rd Annual Library of Congress Happy Hour. All are welcome for this event - RPCVs, Staff, Friends, Family. Tickets are free, the refreshments are reasonable (where else can you find a $5 drink in DC??). RSVP soon as tickets go fast and we only...
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Wednesday, February 26 - 01:00 PM 2025
Are you a government or international development employee considering a move to the private sector but feeling unsure about how to navigate the transition? Shifting from public service to corporate roles can be challenging, with differences in workplace culture, hiring processes, and performance expectations. This free, interactive one-hour workshop is...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, February 22 - 10:45 AM 2025
Back by popular demand and in honor of Black History Month, RPCV/W members will get a free SPECIAL TOUR of the National Museum of African American History & Culture with RPCV/W Member Joe Green, Swaziland, '87-'89 who serves as a Docent at the Museum. Please arrive in front of...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, February 20 - 04:00 PM 2025
Join us on Capitol Hill in-person for a Speed Networking Happy Hour from 4-7PM on Thursday Feb 20 at Hawk 'N' Dove! Connect, mingle, and make valuable connections over a happy hour menu. Don’t miss out and spaces limited! Attendees include the RPCV/W professional development director and RPCVnexus.
Event Type: Official
Thursday, February 13 - 05:30 PM 2025
Join us for the RPCV/W February 2025 Happy Hour @ El Techo starting at 5:30pm. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. Hope to see you there!
Event Type: Official
Friday, February 07 - 07:00 PM 2025
EVENT FULL!! - Join Us for a Spring Wine Tasting! Get ready for a delightful evening of wine and camaraderie at our spring wine tasting, hosted at the Woodley Park home of former RPCV/W Board Member Jeff Schwartz. Award-winning Wine Educator Robert Cavanaugh of Adventure Wine LLC will guide us through...
Event Type: Official
Friday, February 07 - 07:00 PM 2025
Join Us for a Spring Wine Tasting! Get ready for a delightful evening of wine and camaraderie at our spring wine tasting, hosted at the Woodley Park home of former RPCV/W Board Member Jeff Schwartz. Award-winning Wine Educator Robert Cavanaugh of Adventure Wine LLC will guide us through an educational and...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, January 30 - 07:00 PM 2025
Event Description Join me for an insightful and interactive session designed specifically for career professionals. In this event, you'll learn how to: Identify job opportunities that truly align with your skills, values, and aspirations. Build a tailored interview strategy to confidently showcase your expertise. Ask the right questions to guide...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, January 25 - 04:00 PM 2025
Join us for a community-driven townhall on January 25, 2025, from 4:00 - 6:00 PM at 529 G St SE, Washington, DC. This event will create a space for RPCV/W members to process the uncertainty and stress many are feeling due to recent changes in administration. The first part of...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, January 22 - 07:00 PM 2025
Cookbook Club Discussion at Bold Fork Books: An Evening with Pat Tanumihardja Join us for a festive evening celebrating Indonesian cuisine at Bold Fork Books on January 22, 2025, at 7:00 pm! 📚🍴 Author Patricia Tanumihardja will discuss her cookbook Mortar and Pestle alongside Brinda Penmetsa. Enjoy a special tasting...
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Friday, January 10 - 07:00 PM 2025
🎶 You're Invited! 🎶 Join us for an unforgettable night at the Pine Apple EP Release Show, featuring performances by Josee Molavi and Melting Mary! 📅 When: Friday, January 10, 2025 Pre-show drinks: Starting at 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM 📍 Where: Pie Shop1339 H St NE, Washington, DC, 20002...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, December 29 - 02:00 PM 2024
Join us for a festive afternoon at the United States Botanic Garden's annual "Season's Greenings" holiday exhibit! This year, the event will feature stunning botanical displays, seasonal décor, and festive cheer. We'll gather in the cafe at 2:00 PM on Sunday, December 29th to enjoy a warm cup of hot...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, December 14 - 07:00 PM 2024
Join RPCV/W for our annual holiday party on December 14th, 2024 from 7-10 PM in Mt. Vernon Triangle, DC in a cozy clubhouse space that includes a fireplace and views of the city! All are welcome: RPCVs, community partners, friends, family, and anyone with whom our mission resonates. This event will...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, December 07 - 10:30 AM 2024
SOME's Dining Room serves over 1,000 nourishing breakfasts and lunches every day to those experiencing homelessness and poverty, with support from nearly 10,000 volunteers annually, including our Provide-A-Meal groups. RPCV/W Volunteers will assist with the following tasks: Assist with plating and passing out meals Refill drinks and help with dish...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, November 28 - 04:00 PM 2024
Will you be in the D.C. area for Thanksgiving? Come celebrate the holidays with your RPCV/W family as we bring back the annual tradition for the first time in 5 years!! All are welcome: RPCVs, community partners, friends, family, and anyone with whom our mission resonates. Location: Private Residence near...
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Wednesday, November 27 - 12:30 PM 2024
Food and Friends provides home-delivered medically tailored meals and nutrition therapy to those in the community living with cancer, HIV/AIDS, and other serious illnesses. Join RPCV/W to prepare and package Thanksgiving meals for our neighbors on Wednesday, November 27 from 12:30PM - 3PM. Please note that this is a daytime event....
Event Type: Official
Thursday, November 21 - 04:30 PM 2024
Join us as we pay our respects to JFK at Arlington National Cemetery on Thursday November 21st in collaboration with NOVA RPCV! We will meet directly at President Kennedy's Gravesite. The program will start promptly at 4:30 PM and include brief remarks from Peace Corps Director Carol Spahn and others...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, November 19 - 06:00 PM 2024
🍷 Join Us for a Wine Tasting Experience! 🍷 When: Tuesday, November 19th Time: 6 PM - 8 PM Where: Tabla, Georgian Restaurant on 3227 Georgia Ave NW Cost: $27 per person Come celebrate the fruits of our labor from trivia night with a delightful wine tasting at Tabla! Enjoy...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, November 19 - 06:00 PM 2024
Join RPCV/W's Slice of Life Team and support community-based organization Food&Friends' fundraiser this Thanksgiving. When you purchase a pie, you provide a full day's worth of home-delivered, nutritious meals for a neighbor in need. Choose from apple crumble, classic pumpkin, sweet potato, nutty pecan, cherry, and a decadent sea salt chocolate chess pie. Pick...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, November 17 - 11:00 AM 2024
What’s the Tea? Let’s Sip and Share! Join us for a brew-tea-ful brunch on Sunday, November 17th from 11am-1pm at a cozy home in Woodley Park! This is more than just a tea tasting—it’s a chance to reconnect, share stories, and reminisce about the teas you discovered during service. Bring...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, November 10 - 12:00 AM 2024
Please join us for Alchemy Ballet’s “Gala Americana: From Ballet to Blues," a family-friendly and vibrant mix of classical and contemporary dance works and musical compositions celebrating America, featuring both masterpieces and new creations. Showtimes are 3pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 10 at The Vault at Capital One Hall...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, November 09 - 08:00 PM 2024
Join us for an unforgettable evening as award-winning artists Lynn Veronneau and Ken Avis of Veronneau–and Munit Mesfin–pay homage to the iconic music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and Roberta Flack. Veronneau will present timeless tracks from Joni Mitchell’s Blue and Carole King’s Tapestry, while Munit Mesfin, backed by Aleks...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, November 06 - 06:00 PM 2024
🌟 Join the RPCV/W Board! Nominations Now Open! 🌟 Are you ready to take an active role in shaping our community? Nominations for the RPCV/W Board are now open, and we want you to be part of it! We’re hosting “Meet the Board” events to help you learn more about...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, November 03 - 10:00 AM 2024
🌟 Join Us for a Special Walking Event With Outerly! 🌟 **When:** November 3rd at 10 AM **Where:** City State Brewery **Cost:** $10 (pay through the link below) Come join us for a fun and meaningful walking event with **Outerly**, a social impact company dedicated to beating loneliness by connecting...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, October 26 - 06:00 PM 2024
RPCV/W members are cordially invited to attend a Halloween Barn Party at our dear friend Leah's (RPCV Panama) 150-year-old barn near Luray, VA (Approx. 2 hours driving from DC). Dress up as a Famous Character and hope to see you there! Camping is encouraged! If you plan to attend, please...
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Saturday, October 26 - 03:00 PM 2024
FRIDA LIBRE Book & Lyrics by | Libro y letras de Karen Zacarías (Mexico) Music by | Música de Deborah Wicks La Puma Directed by | Dirigida por Elena Velasco October | Octubre 12 - 26, 2024 WORLD PREMIERE OF BILINGUAL VERSION | ESTRENO MUNDIAL DE LA VERSIÓN BILINGÜE Public...
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Saturday, October 26 - 10:00 AM 2024
Enjoy the crisp fall weather while gardening at Ida B Wells Middle School! Join us for City Blossoms School Garden Workday on Saturday, October 26, and give back to the local community. Please RSVP here AND complete the volunteer waiver in advance. About the space: Ida B Wells is a...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, October 24 - 07:00 PM 2024
**Time correction: Come hang at 7 PM, Karaoke @ 9:30 PM** Get ready for the ultimate vibe! Lola’s on Thursdays is about to be your new fave spot for late-night karaoke madness! 🎤✨ Grab your crew, warm up those vocal cords, and don’t worry about getting hungry ‘cause...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, October 24 - 04:30 PM 2024
🎉 **Join Us for a Post-Peace Corps Career Fair Happy Hour! 🍹** Looking to mix and mingle after the Career Fair? Join us at **The Exchange** on **October 24, 2024**, from **4:30 PM to 6:30 PM** for an evening of networking, fun, and friendly faces! This is your chance to...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, October 24 - 11:00 AM 2024
The Peace Corps Virtual Career Fair will take place on Thursday, October 24th, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. EST, using our Brazen career fair platform. Attendees will be able to attend webinar-style sessions, which allow candidates to ask employers any questions they may have and/or submit their resumes. Peace Corps and Brazen...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, October 22 - 07:00 PM 2024
🌟 Join the RPCV/W Board! Nominations Now Open! 🌟 Are you ready to take an active role in shaping our community? Nominations for the RPCV/W Board are now open, and we want you to be part of it! We’re hosting “Meet the Board” events to help you learn more about...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, October 09 - 05:30 PM 2024
Interested in joining the board? Join members of the RPCV/W board and fellow members at the RPCV/W Happy Hour @ Calico! On October 9th, starting at 5:30 PM, we'll gather at Calico in Washington, DC, for an opportunity to mingle with fellow Returned Peace Corps Volunteers. Enjoy good company, great...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, October 08 - 07:30 PM 2024
You're Invited to an Enchanting Evening of Dance! Join us for a captivating performance by the National Ballet of Ukraine at the Kennedy Center! Experience the beauty and artistry of world-class ballet in a stunning setting. - Event Details:- **Date/ Time:** October 8th @ 7:30 PM- **Cost:** $85.00 w/ Tax-...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, September 26 - 06:00 PM 2024
Come on out for Thursday night Trivia at Tabla a Georgian Restaurant in Park View, DC. Trivia starts @ 7pm but we will be there starting at 6pm if you would like to join for a bite to eat. Please look for the RPCV/W Flag. Hope to see you there!
Event Type: Official
Sunday, September 22 - 08:30 AM 2024
🚴♀️ Join Us for a Fun Ride to Hyattsville CX! 🚴♂️ Looking for a fun and beginner-friendly group ride? Join us as we ride from UpShift Workshop to Hyattsville Cross! Here are the details: 📅 Date: September 22nd🕰 Time: Meet: 8:30 AM; Roll Out: 9:00 AM 📍 Starting Location: UpShift...
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Tuesday, September 17 - 06:30 PM 2024
Let's check out Kick Axe in Penn Quarter for Axe Throwing from 730pm-830pm. Please arrive early. We will be there starting at 630pm to grab drinks and hangout. The Cost is $35 for 1-Hour of Axe Throwing with our group. Please look for the PC Flag.
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, September 11 - 06:00 PM 2024
The September meeting of the RPCV/W Board of Directors will take place on Wednesday, September 11th from 6:00-8:00pm. These monthly meetings are open to all RPCV/W members. Please RSVP and we will contact you with location details. For more info, please contact Beth at info@rpcvw.org
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, September 10 - 06:45 PM 2024
RPCVs at DHS is hosting a pre-game Happy Hour at the Bull Pen @5pm on Game Day. Look for the PC flag. Flagbearers can join for a bit too before getting to the stadium and then we’ll all go for the parade of nations and the 6:45 start! Peace...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, September 07 - 09:00 AM 2024
🚴♂️✨ **Get Ready for the DCCX Cyclocross Festival!** ✨🚴♀️ Join us for a thrilling day of cyclocross action at the #DCCX2024! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a curious newbie, this event promises exciting races, amazing community vibes, and plenty of fun! 📅 **Date:** September 7, 2024 📍 **Location:** Armed...
Event Type: Official
Friday, September 06 - 07:00 PM 2024
While ghosts may be scary, they can be friendly too. Casper is not only a friendly ghost, he is the featured conclusion to Summer of Spirits extravaganza. This family friendly classic is the perfect way to say goodbye to summer and to usher in the cool fall air of spooky...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, September 05 - 08:00 PM 2024
Let's check out the NFL Season Opener-Kansas City Vs. Baltimore at Red Bear Brewing in NOMA. Game starts at 8:20PM but meet there at 8pm. Please look for the PC or RPCV/W Flag or contact Jacob if you cannot find us.
Event Type: Official
Sunday, August 18 - 11:00 AM 2024
Join the DC Brau Run Club for a 5k run/walk on August 18th! Participants will receive a free DC Brau beer after the run and have an opportunity to learn about and support Food & Friends, the D.C. region’s only community-based organization that delivers free, medically tailored meals and nutrition...
Event Type: Member-Created
Friday, August 16 - 07:00 PM 2024 through August 18, 2024
Come on out for an epic weekend of camping near Shenandoah National Park at the Elizabeth Furnace Group Campground two hours west of DC. We have reserved the group campground for the entire weekend. Feel free to come one or both nights. PLEASE DON'T FORGET TO RSVP on our Website so we...
Event Type: Official
Friday, August 09 - 05:30 PM 2024
Event Site: https://www.folger.edu/whats-on/queer-culture-night/ Bring your friends and join the Folger for relaxed summer evening with food, drinks, music, dancing, poetry, and more. It’s a chance to discover new artists and performers and explore the Folger’s galleries and gardens. Join us for an evening of queer celebration with Be Steadwell and Pretty...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, August 07 - 06:00 PM 2024
Join fellow Returned Peace Corps Volunteers who identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC)* for an evening of networking and building lasting connections! Hosted by our RPCV/W Mentoring Director, Gabriel Jackson, this event offers a unique opportunity to expand your professional and personal network while engaging in inspiring discussions....
Event Type: Official
Sunday, August 04 - 03:30 PM 2024
Welcome to the **2024 Olympic Watch Party**! Join us at Brighton DC on August 4th at 3:30 PM to cheer on various athletics events. Don't miss out on this chance to support our team and have a great time watching the game together. See you there!
Event Type: Official
Saturday, July 27 - 04:30 PM 2024
Come on out for post-Summer BBQ 2024 hang near Rock Creek Park. We will be leading a group to the Bar at approximately 4pm. The Bar per google maps is a 26-minute walk or 5-minute drive from Picnic Area #6. If you a staying until the end of the BBQ...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, July 27 - 11:00 AM 2024
Come join RPCV/W at Rock Creek Park for our Annual BBQ. Tickets are $12 and includes vegan, vegetarian, and meat-based mains as well as drinks. This is an inclusive and family-friendly event open to RPCVs of all ages and walks of life, their friends and family, and anyone with whom...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, July 25 - 06:00 PM 2024
Let's go Pedal Boating at the Tidal Basin. Let's meet at the Pedal Boat Stand at 5:55pm for a 6:00pm departure. Pedal boats cost $28/hour and hold up to 4 people. This price is based on a 30% discount on Thursday. We will decide how many boats to rent when...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, July 18 - 05:30 PM 2024
Join us for the RPCV/W July Happy Hour @ City State Brewing starting at 5:30pm. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. Hope to see you there!
Event Type: Official
Monday, July 15 - 06:15 PM 2024
Let's meet at the entrance to Theodore Roosevelt Island. Parking is limited but there is easy access by bicycle, foot and the Rosslyn Metro Station is 0.6 miles (15-minute walk on Google Maps). If you cannot find us please look for the RPCV/W Flag. This is a great short-hike with a...
Event Type: Official
Friday, July 12 - 06:30 PM 2024
***SOLD OUT*** From the event website: Babusya's Kitchen Summer 2024 Benefit Dinner Please join us on Friday, July 12 to enjoy traditional Ukrainian food and support the Babusya's Kitchen cookbook and the RPCV Alliance for Ukraine! Time: Friday, July 12, from 6:30pm-9:00pm Place: The fourth floor of St. Thomas' Parish 1517 18th St....
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 29 - 03:00 PM 2024
Smithsonian Folklife Festival Tour Join NOVA RPCV Saturday, June 29 @ 3pm for a tour of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival with Folklife Festival curator Jim Deutsch who curated the Peace Corps program in 2011.This year's Festival celebrates Indigenous Voices of the Americas: Celebrating the National Museum of the American Indian. Let's meet at Story Circle stage, which will be in the...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, June 29 - 10:00 AM 2024
Join us for a Garden Workday with City Blossoms on Saturday, June 29. We will work at the Marion Street Intergenerational Garden to ensure it's ready to host creative programming geared toward kids. Volunteer spots are limited, so please be sure to register to save your spot!
Event Type: Official
Thursday, June 20 - 03:00 PM 2024
Please join us for a post-Peace Corps Career Fair Networking Happy Hour within close walking distance to the event at Red Bear Brewing Co. to network, continue the career Peace Corps Career fair discussion and potentially hear about further job opportunities. Please look for the RPCV/W flag and RPCVnexus. Hope to...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, June 20 - 10:00 AM 2024
Peace Corps will be hosting an in-person career fair at Peace Corps Headquarters in Washington DC! This event will provide an opportunity for candidates to meet with employers from the non-profit, private, and public sectors. Space is limited and registration is first come, first served, so please register before June...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, June 18 - 07:30 PM 2024
Sing it loud and sing it proud! Join us Tuesday June 18th 7 - 10 PM for a night of karaoke and half-off bottles of wine at the Dirty Goose! Look for the RPCV/W flag. Even if you're not quite Celine Dion, unleash your inner diva as we celebrate Pride ...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, June 12 - 05:30 PM 2024
Leaders of National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) and the affiliate group, RPCVs for Environmental Action, invite you to a social gathering on Wednesday, June 12th, at Wunder Garten. Leaders of the RPCVs for Environmental Action will be in Washington as part of the national conference/lobby day of the Citizens' Climate Lobby....
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 08 - 02:00 PM 2024
SAVE THE DATE to march in the Capital Pride Parade with Peace Corps! Saturday, June 8th, 2024 Washington DC NOTE: Meeting location, start time, and additional details/instructions will be sent to attendees closer to the event. All RPCVs who are in or around the DC area are invited and encouraged to come...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 01 - 12:00 PM 2024
Inspired by the West African staple, join us for a potluck where you can showcase your peanut stew or other countries of service-inspired cooking skills! Don’t forget to RSVP and sign up HERE for the dish you’re bringing! We will send a follow-up email before the event to all paid...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 01 - 10:00 AM 2024
This family friendly social event is intended for RPCV families, but all are welcome. Hosted by RPCV/W President, Michael Svetlik, the event, weather permitting, will offer an opportunity for RPCVs to mix and mingle while the kiddos enjoy time in the spray park. Snacks and drinks provided. Please RSVP and...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, May 18 - 03:15 PM 2024
Join the inaugural event of the newly formed RPCV/W Social Inclusion Committee at the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site in Anacostia, SE DC. The Frederick Douglass National Historic Site is 0.7 miles or approximately a 15-minute walk (Google Maps) from the Anacostia Metro Station. We have booked out two thirty-minute tours: Tour...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, May 14 - 06:00 PM 2024
The May meeting of the RPCV/W Board of Directors will take place on Tuesday, May 14th from 6:00-8:00pm. These monthly meetings are open to all RPCV/W members. Please RSVP and we will contact you with location details. For more info, please contact Beth at info@rpcvw.org
Event Type: Official
Sunday, May 12 - 09:00 AM 2024
Join us at DC Central Kitchen for food preparation! Please register HERE. When registering, be sure to choose “Create an Account for Group Registration," Corporate/Organization for "Type of Volunteer Experience," and then search for RPCV/W in the portal. Lastly, fill in the requested information. If you run into any difficulties registering, please...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, May 04 - 10:00 AM 2024
Let's meet at the Embassy of Jamaica and attend the Around the World Embassy Tour PART 1 @10am. Early departure because this is one of the most popular events in DC! Please look for the RPCV/W Flag. PART I is on Saturday, May 4th. Please RSVP on our website so...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, April 25 - 06:00 PM 2024
Come on out for Thursday night Trivia at Tabla a Georgian Restaurant in Park View, DC. Trivia starts @ 7pm but we will be there starting at 6pm if you would like to join for a bite to eat. Please look for the RPCV/W Flag. Hope to see you there!
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 20 - 07:00 PM 2024
Thanks to our recent sponsors, Main Street Home Loans and Republic Cantina, we are able to extend $100 early bird pricing!! The 2024 Gala taking place on April 20, 2024 is RPCV/W’s annual flagship event being held at DC's Ultimate Private Luxury Event Venue, Saint Yves* in Dupont Circle! Our...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, April 11 - 06:00 PM 2024
Join us for a speed mentoring and networking happy hour at Franklin Hall. The event will feature RPCV's from various professional backgrounds geared towards individuals seeking mentorship and professional networking. Additionally, learn more about the upcoming RPCV/W mentoring cohorts this Summer and Fall. Please look for the PC flag. See...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, April 07 - 09:30 AM 2024
Girls in Gear empowers young girls (age 5+) by teaching them life skills through bike skills. Join the Ride-to-Glide clinic to support girls in gear as they learn to ride independently. Note - Bikes are not required for volunteers.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, March 30 - 02:00 PM 2024
Join us for a virtual event hosted by the RPCV/W Professional Development Director designed to help Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) find jobs. The event includes a short presentation on job search strategies, a peer mentoring breakout session, and a Q&A session. It's a great opportunity to learn, share, and...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, March 30 - 09:00 AM 2024
Since 1970, SOME has been a care provider and a beacon of hope to residents in Washington, DC. Join us to help SOME's donations department sort their clothing room. Please RSVP here and additional details will be emailed prior to the event. The number of volunteers needed for this activity is limited, so...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, March 28 - 06:30 AM 2024
On the cusp of Spring, join us for an evening of storytelling by Ward 1 Mutual Aid organizers. We invite all neighbors of the community (or frequent patrons of Lyman’s!) to learn about the politics of mutual aid and the social impact of our initiatives. Current initiatives include: increasing food...
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, March 24 - 11:30 AM 2024
Join us for our annual picnic during the National Cherry Blossom Festival! Location & Arrival: We will meet several hundred feet west of the Japanese Lantern. Our meeting spot is a sixteen (16) minute walk west of the Smithsonian Metro. This area is nestled amongst the trees and is close enough to the...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, March 24 - 10:45 AM 2024
In honor of Women's History Month, RPCV/W has organized a special private docent-led tour of the recently reopened National Museum of Women in the Arts! The ticket price of $25 includes the private tour and admissions to the entire museum (Note: This is a Paid Museum.) Please arrive in front...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, March 19 - 06:00 PM 2024
In collaboration with PCHQ RPCV/W is hosting a Send Off Happy Hour for invited Peace Corps Volunteers. Please join us along with PCHQ to welcome newly invited Peace Corps Volunteers at City Tap House-Dupont and share your stories, wisdom and experience as Peace Corps Volunteers. Please look for the RPCV/W and/or...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, March 13 - 06:00 PM 2024
Join other RPCVs who identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC) for connection, inspiration, and joy! RPCV/W Vice President Nimu will be hosting. Please look for the PC flag. Please RSVP here. More details will be sent prior to the event.
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, March 06 - 06:30 PM 2024
RPCV/W would like to welcome members of the Peace Corps community from around the Nation as they come together for National Peace Corps Association's annual Capitol Hill Day of Advocacy on March 7th. RPCV/W will host a Pre-Advocacy Day Happy Hour at Bullfeathers on the Hill the evening before Advocacy Day on...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, March 02 - 01:00 PM 2024
Let's go Paintballing at Hogback Mountain about an hour west of DC. The cost is $60 p/p and is part of a group package for three hours from 2-5pm. We will meet at Paintball at 130pm but plan on leaving DC no later than 12pm. We will send out an email...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, March 02 - 10:00 AM 2024
Let’s join our friends at RPCVs@EPA and celebrate the end of Peace Corps Week with some community service! Join us with Potomac Conservancy and Ward 8 Woods to help pick up trash and remove invasive species. REGISTER HERE **This is not an RPCV/W Event.
Event Type: Official
Friday, March 01 - 06:00 PM 2024
SAVE THE DATE! In honor of Peace Corps Week. Peace Corps will be a hosting an event at the Kennedy Center - Growing Together Stories from the Peace Corps. This will be at the Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage on Friday, March 1, 2024 from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. EST. Nine storytellers from across...
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Thursday, February 29 - 05:00 PM 2024
Let's join our friends at RPCVs Across DHS for Happy Hour at the Live at the Library event at the Library of Congress. To RSVP to the event please register at the link below. You must register for a ticket. If you DON'T have a ticket, you will not be...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 24 - 04:00 PM 2024
Join us for a virtual event designed to help Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) find jobs. The event includes a short presentation on job search strategies, a peer mentoring breakout session, and a Q&A session. It's a great opportunity to learn, share, and get answers to your career questions. PLEASE...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 10 - 11:15 AM 2024
In honor of Black History Month RPCV/W members will get a free SPECIAL TOUR of the National Museum of African American History & Culture with RPCV/W Member Joe Green, Swaziland, '87-'89 who serves as a Docent at the Museum. Please arrive in front of the Museum at 11:15am and look...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 03 - 12:00 PM 2024
Nina Mortazavi is a friend of RPCV/W and an origami artist. She will be hosting an Origami Fest event at the National Portrait Gallery. No need to register with the Portrait Gallery. From the website: "Spark your creativity and learn about the art of origami! Be inspired by Queen Lili‘uokalani’s...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, January 25 - 05:30 PM 2024
Yes, that's right RPCV/W is hosting a Happy Hour where you are not allowed to talk about Peace Corps. We will provide stickers to attendees. If you catch anyone talking about Peace Corps they have to give you one of their stickers. The person with the most stickers at the...
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Thursday, January 25 - 11:00 AM 2024
The Peace Corps is excited to announce a Virtual Career Fair taking place on January 25, 2024. This event will provide an opportunity for employers to connect with returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs), AmeriCorps Alumni, and other U.S. Exchange Alumni throughout the United States with unique backgrounds and skills. The...
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Tuesday, January 23 - 06:45 PM 2024
Let's check out Tuesday Night Trivia at Franklin Hall. Look for the PC Flag. RSVP and will send you more details the day before the event.
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Saturday, January 13 - 11:00 AM 2024
Let's check out the THIRD ANNIVERSARY Capitol Hill Cleanup. Going back to where it all started to mark THREE YEARS of consecutive monthly cleanups! Meet at Union Square, on the National Mall side of the Capitol Reflecting Pool at 11am. We'll wrap up the cleanup at Hawk-N-Dove in Capitol Hill at 1:30pm.
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Friday, January 12 - 06:00 PM 2024 through January 15, 2024
Let's go stay in a cozy cabin near Berkeley Springs, WV approximately 2 hours from central DC. We will relax by the fireplace, enjoy the hot tub, roast marshmallows by night and by day we can go winter hiking, skiing, head to the local brewery, explore the town, or whatever...
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Monday, January 08 - 06:30 PM 2024
Are you looking for your first job or a change in scenery? Then, ahead of the Peace Corps Job Fair, freshen up your résumé and get additional job searching tips on January 8th as RPCV Nexus hosts a résumé virtual Workshop. Jonathan Keenan (RPCV Cameroon, 2014-2016) will walk you through what federal...
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Sunday, January 07 - 11:00 AM 2024
Let's ring in the New Years with a good 'ole fashion brunch. Come mix and mingle with old friends and new. Join us, rain or shine, at Dacha Beer Garden (Shaw), one of DC's unsung brunch spots. Look for the Peace Corps flag in the rear of the biergarten. The...
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Friday, January 05 - 06:30 PM 2024
MAKE SURE YOU GRAB YOUR TICKET. TICKETS ARE NO LONGER FREE BUT ONLY $10. Let's check out The Secret Show at Room 808. The Secret Show showcases comedians from Netflix, Comedy Central, and HBO. This is a cool intimate venue in a Petworth rowhouse. Good times! The actual event is from 8pm-9:30pm but...
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Tuesday, December 19 - 05:30 PM 2023
Let's check out the Miracle at Death Punch Holiday Pop Up Bar in ADMO. "D.C.’s most elaborate holiday bar, Miracle breaks out the Home Alone-esque decor with a giant nutcracker, trains, and ornaments". (HEY DC) Please look for the PC Flag. If you RSVP an email will be sent out...
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Monday, December 18 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let's checkout the Georgetown Glow FREE Light Art Experience. We will meet at the Georgetown Waterfront (#3) and walk to all five (5) of the art installations. After we will go grab dinner and drinks. Please RSVP and details will be sent via email a day prior. Please meet at...
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Wednesday, December 13 - 06:45 PM 2023
Let's go Ice Skating at the Sculpture Park at the National Gallery of Art on the Mall. We will meet at the rink at 6:45 and start skating @ 7pm. We will walk over to Penn Quarter Sports Tavern or drinks (0.2 miles from Rink after around 8pm). Please RSVP here...
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Monday, December 11 - 06:30 PM 2023
Let's go check out Chess on Tap at Board Room DC in Dupont. Happy Hour until 7pm. Please look for the PC flag. From the meetup.com event-Chess on Tap. "If you're looking for a casual game of chess in a fun atmosphere, this event is for you! Members range from...
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Monday, December 11 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let's check out the FREE annual Merry TUBACHRISTMAS! event at the Kennedy Center. To get your free ticket please register HERE. If you choose to come please look for the PC flag but I doubt we will be able to sit together and everybody will be arriving at different times. If you...
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Saturday, December 09 - 07:00 PM 2023
Let's celebrate the holidays and a farewell to the outgoing RPCV/W President of 3 years, Jenna Smith with an RPCV/W HOLIDAY PARTY: Apres Ski theme & Cookie exchange at RPCV/W President Jenna Smith's home in Park View, NW DC. Come decked out in apres ski (SKI LODGE) themed attire and...
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Tuesday, December 05 - 05:30 PM 2023
The RPCV/W Board would like to invite you to our Meet the Board Happy Hour. Join our board to discuss future event ideas, how our board operates and opportunities for you to get more involved in our RPCV/W community! More Board election details to follow. Come Meet the Board and enjoy the...
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Saturday, December 02 - 10:30 AM 2023
Let's check out The Polar Express Movie Party at Alamo Drafthouse in Crystal City on Saturday, 10/2 @ 1045am screening. You can buy regular tickets on the website HERE OR kid $1-$2 discounted tickets on-site. Please RSVP here on the website so we can provide additional details closer to the event....
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Thursday, November 30 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let's check out the DowntownDC Holiday Market. Let's meet in front of the Shake Shack at the corner of 9th ST NW & F ST NW @6pm. If you cannot meet by then make sure you RSVP so you can text me to find us. Please look for the PC...
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Wednesday, November 29 - 07:00 PM 2023
Join us on November 29th in community and solidarity with Jewish, Arab, Muslim, interfaith, and multicultural performers for a celebration of human rights through music and humor. RPCV/W is partnering with Rola Niche Shows to raise money for Doctors without Borders to support their on-the-ground work to save lives in...
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Friday, November 24 - 01:00 PM 2023
Remove invasive plants in Rock Creek Park: This Friday, join the Join Rock Creek Conservancy and the National Park Service at Carter Barron Half-Moon for an invasive plant removal restoration. Invasive plants continue to threaten our forests and with your help, Rock Creek Park can maintain a native understory. After...
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Saturday, November 18 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let's check out the National Capital Astronomers (NCA) monthly event Exploring the Sky. On 11/18 we will be looking at Jupiter, M45, outer planets. Let's meet at the Rock Creek Park Nature Center and Planetarium starting @ 6pm. I will bring hot cocoa. PLEASE BRING A MUG. There is free planetarium show starting @6pm...
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Thursday, November 16 - 05:30 PM 2023
Join us at the Kennedy Center on Thursday November 16th at 5:30pm for Madame Gandhi's free concert on the Millennium Stage at the Kennedy Center. Meet at the JFK bust and look for my PC hat. (Flags are not allowed) Madame Gandhi is a performer, producer and gender-rights advocate who uses music...
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Wednesday, November 15 - 05:30 PM 2023
Let's check out the HEURICH MAKER MONTH: GET CRAFTY! Ornament Making event at the Heurich House in Dupont. From the website: "Choose from a pre-made wooden winter shape and add your own artistic touch OR craft from beginning to end by sculpting your own design, adding beads and weaving the pieces together using...
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Friday, November 10 - 06:00 PM 2023 through November 12, 2023
Let's go explore Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and the Amish Community with a unique Amish Farm Stay at Amish Acres Bed & Breakfast. From the website: "The Amish Acres Bed & Breakfast is located in the heart of Amish Country, Lancaster County. This spacious vacation home is surrounded by organic Amish...
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Sunday, November 05 - 12:00 PM 2023
THIS IS A SPACE LIMITED TICKETED EVENT. I have secured 4 tickets for this Sold Out event on Sunday November 5th. Free Community Day!! National Museum of Women in the Arts | Home (nmwa.org) At the newly reopened National Museum of Women in the Arts. Lets meet from noon till 3pm to...
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Friday, November 03 - 06:00 PM 2023
Meet at 1) Embassy of Argentina (1600 New Hampshire Avenue NW) @ 6pm. Stay until 630-645pm Let's check out ArtWalk Dupont, which occurs on the First Friday of every month, features the Dupont Circle arts community. Each month, art galleries, museums, embassies, and more open their doors from 6-8 PM for a...
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Tuesday, October 31 - 06:00 PM 2023 through November 01, 2023
🎃SPOOKY SEASON ALERT 🎃 Come dressed in your scariest or best costume to Ward 1 Mutual Aid’s halloween party + costume contest 10/31 at 6PM at Lyman’s Tavern!!! All DC Brau sales + 10% of everything else will go straight back to the Ward 1 community distribution in the form...
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, October 31 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let's check out Midlands in Petworth for their Return to the Land of Skulls event. Please RSVP on the RPCV/W website and on the event website. I'll be there at 6pm but feel free to arrive later. Look for the PC Flag. From the website: This Halloween we’re reanimating our pop...
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Friday, October 27 - 09:00 PM 2023 through October 28, 2023
Come on out for Friday Night Karaoke with a Halloween Twist and Stadium Sports Bar and Smokehouse @9pm. Please look for the PC Flag.
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Thursday, October 26 - 05:00 PM 2023
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, October 25 - 05:00 PM 2023
RPCV/W in collaboration with NOVA/RPCV is hosting a Meet & Greet with Peace Corps Director Carol Spahn, other members of Peace Corps leadership, & get an update on what’s up at Peace Corps. We will be at the Continental Pool Lounge located a half block from the Rosslyn Metro Station. Please come...
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Sunday, October 22 - 05:00 PM 2023
RPCV/W & LGBTQI+ RPCV would like to cordially invite you to a Traffic Light Mixer at as you are in Eastern Market, SE DC starting @ 5pm. Hosts will ask everyone to identify what they are looking for with an activity called a Traffic Light. Come on out and enjoy the fun! Please...
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Saturday, October 21 - 04:00 PM 2023
THERE ARE NO MORE VOLUNTEER OPENINGS THIS YEAR FOR THIS EVENT. Let's volunteer at the Smithsonian National Zoo's Annual Boo at the Zoo event. You can register to volunteer here. We will be volunteering on Saturday, October 21st from 4:30-8pm. We will walk to Macintyre's nearby for drinks and dinner afterwards....
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Friday, October 20 - 07:30 PM 2023
Let’s get into the swing of Fall with a ROOFTOP WINE TASTING. Bring a bottle of wine from South America and participate in a blind wine tasting. Please limit your wine purchase to $20. Check out the scoring sheet we will be using here and this website to learn more about wine...
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Wednesday, October 18 - 06:00 PM 2023
By popular demand, we will host a repeat of the session we offered this summer for those who had better plans! Join other RPCVs for a fun and interactive discussion around steps you can take to understand and improve upon your personal finances. Regardless of whether you are seeking to...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, October 18 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let's go check out Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Taisha Estrada at the Millennium Stage at the Kennedy Center. From the website: Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Taisha Estrada brings the sounds of the Caribbean to the Kennedy Center on her debut album (Nostalgia Ajena) release tour. Rooted in the traditions of Latin and American jazz,...
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Friday, October 13 - 06:00 PM 2023 through October 15, 2023
Let's check out the Fall leaves (The peak in Virginia is the week of 10/16/2023.) by staying at a PATC Cabin near the Appalachian Trail. The 12 bunk rustic Cabin is a 90 minute drive west of Central DC. There is a wood stove inside the cabin and a stone...
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Friday, October 06 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let's checkout Wunder Garten's 9th Annual Oktoberfest Festival. From the website: Get ready for the biggest and most exciting event of the year at the German themed beer garden! This incredible festival will span five weekends and will be jam-packed with delicious, authentic German food, live Oompah bands, fun Bavarian...
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Saturday, September 30 - 07:00 PM 2023
Let's go watch DC Spirit, DC's Official Women's Soccer Team take on the Kansas City Current at Audi Field in SW DC. There is a special offer-Ticket + Beer is only $15. Let's sit in section 120. If possible choose row 27. Please RSVP here to so we can coordinate...
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Saturday, September 30 - 08:00 AM 2023
Join us Saturday September 30th @ 8am for an epic 60 minute yoga event on the National Mall- tentative location is near the Lincoln Memorial. Plan to arrive early to get settled. Reserve a Spot with this link: event.us.artofliving.org/us-en/yoga-on-the-mall/b-2-lightbox.html The World Culture Festival taking place Sept 29th-Oct 1st is a 3-day cultural...
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Tuesday, September 26 - 05:30 PM 2023
Come on out for our September Happy Hour at the Dew Drop Inn. The Dew Drop is right on the Metropolitan Branch Trail and only 0.4 miles from the Rhode Island Metro. Please look for the PC Flag. If you cannot find us please don't hesitate to contact the organizer....
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Saturday, September 23 - 12:00 PM 2023
Our very own RPCV/W Anna (Ukraine) started a VOLO Kickball team on the National Mall starting on Saturday, 9/23 from 12pm-230pm for 6-8 weeks. The cost is $75. If interested join using this LINK and if you have any questions DM Anna.
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Thursday, September 21 - 07:00 PM 2023
Join us for a night of blues and funky grooves! Pine Apple is a band with 3 RPCVs that initially formed from RPCV/W jam sessions. $15 Advance | $18 Day of show Doors 7 PM | Show 8 PM (All ages) PURCHASE TICKETS HERE “a limited amount of tickets...
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Tuesday, September 19 - 06:00 PM 2023
Come join us at Dupont Circle for a lovely evening of art making. We will bring materials including canvas, paper, acrylic paint, pencils, and pastels. Please RSVP to this event so we know the quantity of materials to bring. Please make sure you bring: -Blanket -Beverage(H20...
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Saturday, September 16 - 02:00 PM 2023
Let's checkout the H Street Festival in NE DC on Saturday. Let's plan on meeting in front of the Whole Foods on H street @ 2pm. Feel free to text/call if your decide to arrive later. Please look for the PC flag and RPCV/W T-Shirt. For more info check out...
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Thursday, September 14 - 06:30 PM 2023
Let's have a good ole fashion RPCV/W Group Dinner. Come eat and socialize with old and new friends alike from the RPCV/W community. Look for the PC Corps Flag or ask for the Reservation for Byrd-Peace Corps. The Beer Garden is an eight (8) minute walk from the Navy-Yard Ballpark metro...
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Thursday, September 07 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let's celebrate the beginning of the Fall (not technically) with a good 'ole Singles Mix N' Mingle Picnic. This event is an inclusive event and not just for Singles but we will ask everyone to identify what they are looking for with an activity called a Traffic Light Party. Come on...
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Wednesday, September 06 - 07:05 PM 2023
On September 6th, the Peace Corps will be hosting its annual Night at the Nats with the corresponding Parade of Nations of flags where Volunteers have served just ahead of the game. If you are interested in being a flagbearer, the signup is available HERE. We had a great turnout...
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Thursday, August 31 - 05:30 PM 2023
Join us for the RPCV/W August Happy Hour @ Salazar starting at 5:30pm. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. Hope to see you there!
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Wednesday, August 30 - 08:00 PM 2023
Let's check out Pixel at the Kennedy Center. From the website: "Lyon–based Compagnie Käfig returns to merge elements of hip hop with modern dance, circus, and digital arts in its breakneck production Pixel." Please purchase your tickets here for $35-$45 in the Balcony Section ideally in the area B-10 to B-32. (Please...
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Tuesday, August 29 - 06:30 PM 2023
UPDATE THIS WILL BE AT THE MT PLEASANT LOCATION. NOT GEORGIA AVENUE. Let's go checkout Tuesday night Karaoke at Haydees in Mount Pleasant and sing our hearts out. We will be there starting at 6:30pm and grab food but karaoke will start closer to 8pm. Feel free to stop by whenever....
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Friday, August 25 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let's checkout the Ukraine's Independence Day Social @ the Ukraine House. Please look for the PC Flag. More details will be sent out prior to the event. Please RSVP on our website below and on the Ukraine House website HERE. This is a Ukraine House sponsored event. Image is from...
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Wednesday, August 16 - 05:30 PM 2023
Let's join our RPCV friends at Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for Happy Hour at the Bullpen near National's Stadium. Please spread the word.
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Saturday, August 12 - 03:00 PM 2023
MEET @ RED BEAR BREWING @3pm! Pack your bags and grab your passport. We are taking a Hike on the Metropolitan Beer Trail in NOMA. We will visit on foot a minimum of three (3) brew pubs and bars along the Metropolitan Branch Trail. By getting your MBT Passport you...
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Saturday, August 12 - 01:00 PM 2023
Let's go visit President Lincoln's Cottage in NE DC for a Private Tour. From the website, "For over a quarter of his Presidency, Abraham Lincoln lived in his cottage at the Soldiers’ Home. While living here, he visited with allies and adversaries, veterans, wounded soldiers, spent time with self-emancipated men,...
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Wednesday, August 09 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let's check out the Admo Vibe Concert Series. From the website: "Join us on Wednesday, August 9 at 6pm for Emma G (Pop & Soul). AdMo Vibe is a series of free, outdoor concerts featuring local musicians in Kalorama Park on Columbia Road, NW. Concerts will be held on Wednesday evenings throughout...
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Friday, August 04 - 06:00 PM 2023 through August 06, 2023
Let's go to the beach and camp. We've booked three campground sites at Delaware Seashore State Park, approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes from central DC. The State Park is within walking distance of the beach and it'll be an epic weekend to relax on the beach while soaking up some...
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Saturday, July 29 - 11:00 AM 2023
Come join RPCV/W at Rock Creek Park for our Annual Picnic. Tickets are $12 and includes vegan, vegetarian, and meat-based mains as well as drinks. Please Sign-up Here to bring a main, side, or beverage as well as any games/activities. Consider showing off great dishes from your PC country! Please RSVP by purchasing your ticket...
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Thursday, July 27 - 05:30 PM 2023
Join us for the RPCV/W June Happy Hour @ Calico starting at 5:30pm. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. Hope to see you there!
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Tuesday, July 25 - 06:30 PM 2023
Let's embark on a Taco Tour of epic proportions and visit three of DC's favorite taco establishments. We will meet at 6:30pm at the first Taco Place and then walk to two more places throughout the night. We will finalize the route and share with those who have RSVPed a couple...
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Saturday, July 22 - 10:45 AM 2023
Let's volunteer with Anacostia Green Boats at Heritage + Kingman Islands in SE DC. We will pickup trash while kayaking. We volunteered here September, 2022 and the organizer said we were the hardest working group they've ever seen. Let's do better this year! We will meet here at 1045am. How...
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Sunday, July 09 - 12:30 PM 2023
IMPORTANT WEATHER UPDATE: 7/9/23 @ 9:30a "Due to anticipated heavy rain and lighting, the Festival is moving indoors with limited programming on July 9. New schedule for events." WE WILL STILL MEET AT THE SMITHSONIAN METRO EXIT AT 12:30p and walk over to the Arts and Industries Building. The Free Smithsonian...
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Saturday, July 01 - 03:00 PM 2023
Join NOVA RPCV on Saturday, July 1st @ 3pm for a tour of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival with Festival curator Jim Deutsch who curated the Peace Corps program at the Festival in 2011. Jim will guide us through this year's Festival. Look for us gathered inside the entrance of the Ozark Program. Find...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, June 29 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let's checkout the free Outdoor Screening of Everything Everywhere All at Once (R) hosted by the DowntownDC BID in Franklin Park. Our friends at CouchsurfingDC will be co-hosting this event with us. Seating starts at 7:30 p.m., when you can enjoy music by Shaolin Jazz‘s own DJ 2-Tone Jones and special guest DJ B-Sharp. The...
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Wednesday, June 28 - 06:00 PM 2023
Join other RPCVs for a fun and interactive discussion around steps you can take to understand and improve upon your personal finances. Regardless of whether you are seeking to retire, buy a home, or working your way through student debt, this seminar will provide you with a 5-part framework...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, June 26 - 06:30 PM 2023
In preparation for the Peace Corps Career Fair scheduled for Tuesday, June 27th from 11am-3pm RPCV/W in collaboration with Pax Progressus would like to offer a free Resume and Interview Preparation Workshop at Exiles Bar. Please attend if you would like help on your Resume and/interviewing skills. Look forward to seeing...
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Monday, June 26 - 06:00 PM 2023
Join the UNITE Foundation and guest speakers Tina Kampor and Christina (Donnelly) Wiseman for a discussion on the barriers to girls' education and lessons learned on how to break the barriers down. We look forward to seeing you there!
Event Type: Member-Created
Friday, June 23 - 06:00 PM 2023 through June 25, 2023
Let's enjoy the epic summer weather and Canoe + Camp on the Shenandoah River. This will be a very chill and social canoe ride. There is no rush! Tentative itinerary: 1.) OPTIONAL: Arrive at Campground on Friday, June 23rd. 2.) Saturday, June 24 - 10am: We will meet Front Royal...
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Thursday, June 22 - 07:30 PM 2023
The family-friendly experience will begin at 7:30 p.m., with gates opening at 6:30 p.m. Audi Field will have concessions available for purchase (no outside food or alcohol is permitted). "After the tragic death of King T’Challa (and the all-too-real passing of Chadwick Boseman, rest in peace friend), Wakanda is a...
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, June 20 - 08:00 PM 2023
Calling all Melissa McCarthy fans for a middle of the week good laugh. Watch Bridesmaids with your DMV RPCV community on Tuesday 6/20. Bring some snacks with all that you need to make for a comfy outdoor movie!
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, June 20 - 05:30 PM 2023
Join us for the RPCV/W June Happy Hour @ The ROOFERS UNION starting at 5:30pm. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. Hope to see you there!
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, June 20 - 05:30 PM 2023
Hi all, Come join us for a volunteer event at the Capital Area Food Bank. Then, if interested, stay and join us for a bite to eat at a nearby restaurant after. When: Tuesday June 20th from 5:30pm to 8:30pm Where: 4900 Puerto Rico Ave. There are...
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Friday, June 16 - 08:00 PM 2023
Let's check out our favorite 90's Cover Band White Ford Bronco, a DC original at easily the best music venue in DC 9:30 Club. Please RSVP here and purchase your ticket HERE for $25. Doors Open at 8pm but let's plan on meeting in front at 7:45pm. I will not...
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Friday, June 16 - 03:00 PM 2023
THIS IS A TICKETED EVENT AND TICKETS ARE GOING FAST! DC/DOX 2023 | DC/DOX 2023 (eventive.org) DC/DOX is a new documentary film festival showcasing powerful, timely stories in our nation’s capital. DC/DOX brings together innovative visions, bold voices, and truth seekers in celebration of documentary cinema. We will be attending...
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Wednesday, June 14 - 07:00 PM 2023
Let's attend the Congressional Baseball Game. Tickets are $10 for the Non-Reserved Seating Area. Please purchase your non-partisan, oops, Non-Reserved Seating Area tickets for Section 111. Tickets can be purchased HERE. A coordinating email will be sent out the day before and let's plan on going to Happy Hour at the...
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Saturday, June 10 - 12:00 PM 2023
This is a Peace Corps Office/Spectrum sponsored event. We are sharing the event details on RPCV/W website as a save the date. From PC Office, "Peace Corps has traditionally participated in the DC-area Capital Pride Parade. We are very excited to participate again this year with a Peace Corps contingent. Spectrum...
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Saturday, June 03 - 09:00 AM 2023
Hi all, Come join us for a clean-up at Gravelly Point. Then, if interested, stay and join us for a bite to eat at a nearby restaurant after. When: Saturday June 3rd from 9am to 11am (volunteering), 11pm-12:30pm (lunch) Where: Gravelly Point, Arlington, VA 22202 There is...
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Tuesday, May 30 - 05:00 PM 2023
Join us on Tuesday May 30th @ 5pm at City Tap House - Penn Quarter. We will be having a Meet & Greet with the RPCV's of NAFSA: Association of International Educators who are in DC for their Annual Conference. Let's have a few drinks and show off our town!...
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Saturday, May 27 - 10:00 AM 2023
Hi all, Come join us for a gardening/ carpentry/ conservation volunteer event. Then, if interested, stay and join us for a bite to eat at a nearby restaurant after. When: Saturday May 27th from 10am to 1pm (volunteering), 1pm-2pm (lunch) Where: Hustlaz 2 Harvesters Applied Research Garden, adjacent...
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Wednesday, May 24 - 05:30 PM 2023
Join us for the RPCV/W May Happy Hour @ Hi-Lawn starting at 5:30pm. Hi-Lawn is a ten (10) minute walk from the NOMA Metro Station. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. Bring a used name tag if you've got one! Recycle, Reduce, REUSE! :) Hope to see you there! Due to COVID-19 safety...
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Sunday, May 21 - 11:00 AM 2023
Let’s show support for Cafe Delight, a Ukrainian owned and operated cafe in Adam’s Morgan which was robbed a few months ago. We will meet at Cafe Delight @ 11am for brunch and depending on the weather will eat there or take our coffee/food to Kalorama Park nearby. Look for...
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Saturday, May 20 - 02:00 PM 2023
Let's go Paintballing! Central Avenue Paintball is located in Bowie, MD. Please RSVP on our website so we can coordinate arrival logistics and purchase a Weekend Package for 5/20 @ 2pm on their website here. [BUY IN ADVANCE. WILL BE SOLD OUT DAY OF]. The cost is $29.95 and includes everything except paint....
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Thursday, May 18 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let's go Pedal Boating at the Tidal Basin. Let's meet at the Pedal Boat Stand at 6:00pm-6:15pm for a 6:30pm departure. Pedal boats cost $26.50/hour and hold up to 4 people. This price is based on a 30% discount on Thursday. We will decide how many boats to rent when...
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Tuesday, May 16 - 08:00 PM 2023
Join us for a screening of the 23 minute film, then a panel discussion after by some of the interviewees. View the trailer: https://vimeo.com/715824454 The film is a series of sit-down interviews with past Peace Corps volunteers who served in various decades. The interviews are edited to create a dialogue between...
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Saturday, May 13 - 12:00 PM 2023
EU Open House is back! On Saturday, May 13, the European Union and its Embassies open their doors to the public for a day of culture, food, music, and more. Lets Meet at the Information Tent area at 50 Dupont Circle at 12pm. We will head up Massachusetts Ave and...
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Saturday, May 06 - 10:00 AM 2023
Travel the world and experience food, art, dance, fashion, music and goods from different countries. We will walk about 3 miles through the Dupont area of DC into Kalorama. There will be over 20 participating embassies available on this route. Our meeting point is the Q Street exit of the...
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Friday, May 05 - 12:00 PM 2023
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation seeks entry-level and well-qualified professionals to join its Office of Structured Finance & Insurance (OSFI). Candidates with advanced degrees and/or prior experience at international financial institutions, non-profit or multilateral organizations, political risk insurers, or consulting firms, and with experience in project finance, credit analysis, international...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, April 29 - 06:00 PM 2023
Ticket sales now closed. RPCV/W is excited to bring back our Annual Gala! This is our flagship event of the year, as well as an annual general meeting and fundraiser to support the continued work of RPCV/W in providing social events, professional development activities, community service opportunities, and spaces for...
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Saturday, April 29 - 12:00 AM 2023 through May 31, 2023
La Clínica del Pueblo, a local nonprofit organization, is hosting its 4th Annual Walk-a-Thon for Health this year - and we have decided to create an RPCV/W team. La Clínica provides comprehensive health services to low-income Latinx immigrant communities in the DC Metro Area that are culturally and linguistically appropriate...
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Wednesday, April 26 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let’s swing into spring with Yoga in the Park at Malcolm X Park with our very own Tamara Goldschmidt (Peace Corps Costa Rica). Please meet at the Joan of Arc statue at 6pm otherwise look for the yoga mats and PC Flag. If you cannot find us call/text the organizer. Please...
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Tuesday, April 25 - 05:30 PM 2023
Join us for the RPCV/W April Happy Hour @ Sauf Haus Bier Hall & Garten starting at 5:30pm. Sauf Haus is a five (5) minute walk from the Dupont Circle Metro Station. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. Bring a used name tag if you've got one! Recycle, Reduce, REUSE! :) Hope to...
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Thursday, April 20 - 06:45 PM 2023
Let's check out a FREE "...world premiere of Our Verse in Time to Come, a new play commissioned by the Folger Shakespeare Library. Past and present collide in this thought-provoking work written by Malik Work and Karen Ann Daniels, in collaboration with Devin E. Haqq. Inspired by the works and words of Shakespeare, Our Verse in Time to...
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Sunday, April 16 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let's check out DC newest brewery Lost Generation Brewery in NE DC and compete in their weekly Trivia Night. Trivia starts @ 7pm but let's plan to arrive at 6pm so we can secure seats and form teams. Look forward to seeing you at Trivia. Please look for the PC...
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Saturday, April 08 - 05:30 PM 2023
Let's go watch DC United face the Columbus Crew @ Audi Field in SW DC. The game officially starts at 7:30pm but we will meet at a Bar nearby for Dinner & Drinks starting at 5:30PM. I purchased tickets for $29.00 in Section 114 Row 35 Seat 15. I recommend...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 08 - 01:00 PM 2023
Hey everyone, A special SATURDAY group volunteer opportunity! When: April 8th (Saturday) from 1pm to 4pm. Where: Capital Area Food Bank (10 minutes from the Fort Totten Metro stop). There is parking and a bike rack for volunteers available on site. 1.CAFB's rules is that you must...
Event Type: Official
Friday, April 07 - 07:00 PM 2023
Please consider telling a story by submitting a submission form HERE. It takes 30 secs to apply. Also, you can pay in advance via Venmo/Zelle (contact me) and onsite via Venmo/Zelle/Cash. Bring your favorite Corps (or non PC) story to get some core laughs (or not funny) from a vibrant crowd....
Event Type: Official
Thursday, April 06 - 05:30 PM 2023
RPCV/W will co-host a Happy Hour with Couchsurfing DC. Couchsurfing DC is a group of local couch surfers and travelers visiting DC. Let's combine our love for all things travel and culture by participating in a Happy Hour together. Hope to see many RPCV/Ws and friends at this event. Let's share...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, March 25 - 09:00 AM 2023
Hi all, Come join us for a clean-up at Anacostia Park. Then, if interested, stay and join us for a bite to eat at a nearby restaurant after. When: Saturday March 25th from 10am to 1pm (volunteering), 1pm-2pm (lunch) Where: 1100 Good Hope Rd. SE There appear...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, March 19 - 12:00 PM 2023
Join us for our annual potluck picnic during the National Cherry Blossom Festival! Location & Arrival: We will meet just west of the Japanese Lantern. Our meeting spot is a sixteen (16) minute walk west of the Smithsonian Metro. We will be several hundred feet west of the Lantern amongst the trees....
Event Type: Official
Saturday, March 18 - 02:00 PM 2023
Let's check out a lesser known museum in the DMV, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Museum. The Museum is a two (2) minute walk from the Pentagon City Metro Station. Let's meet in front of the Museum @ 1:50PM. There will be a mandatory security screening for all visitors upon arrival. Attendees aged...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, March 16 - 09:30 PM 2023
Jazz artist René Marie will be performing two shows at the Kennedy Center K Studio on Thursday, March 16, 2023. This RPCV/W event is for the show that begins at 9:30 pm. There are a variety of seating arrangements at Studio K, including sofas, high-top tables, and balcony seating. Feel free to sit...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, March 15 - 05:30 PM 2023
Join us for the RPCV/W March Happy Hour @ Lost & Found DC starting at 5:30pm. Lost & Found is a three (3) minute walk from the Mt Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center Metro Station. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. Bring a used name tag if you've got one! Recycle,...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, March 14 - 05:30 PM 2023
The newly reinvigorated LGBTQI+ RPCV affiliate group is pairing with RPCV/W to host a Spring Social on March 14 at Wundergarten (1101 First St. NE) starting at 5:30PM. This happy hour event is open to any RPCVs in the area, but we would especially like to invite those who identify...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, March 11 - 10:00 AM 2023
Hi all, Come join us for vegetation trimming on the Mt. Vernon trail, close to Four Mile. We are volunteering with the Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail for this one. Then, if interested, stay and join us for a bite to eat at a nearby restaurant after. ...
Event Type: Official
Friday, March 10 - 12:00 PM 2023
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation seeks entry-level and well-qualified professionals to join its Office of Development Policy (ODP).This unique online career fair is a great opportunity for candidates with advanced degrees and/or prior experience in environmental, social, and economic impact assessment to learn about working at America’s development finance institution.Attendees...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, March 08 - 06:00 PM 2023
RPCV/W would like to welcome members of the Peace Corps community from around the Nation as they come together for National Peace Corps Association's annual Capitol Hill Day of Advocacy on March 9th. RPCV/W will host a Pre-Advocacy Day Happy Hour at Bullfeathers on the Hill the evening before Advocacy Day on...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, March 05 - 11:00 AM 2023
Have you recently joined RPCV/W? Or just renewed your membership? This new and returning member brunch will provide an opportunity to learn more about RPCV/W and meet your fellow RPCVs throughout the DMV. Join us, rain or shine, at Dacha Beer Garden (Shaw), one of DC's unsung brunch spots. Look for the...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, February 26 - 02:00 PM 2023
In honor of Black History Month let's visit the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Please meet at the museum entrance at 2pm sharp. You DO NOT need to reserve a timed-entry pass. We have a Group pass for 20 people. Serious RSVPs only. Look for the RPCV/W...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 25 - 07:00 PM 2023
Let's attend the Love Over Anger Music Event at Mr. Smith's of Georgetown to benefit the non-profit organization Українська Волонтерська Служба whose mission is the formation of a culture of volunteerism and mutual assistance in Ukraine. Working with partners from UN Volunteers, National Endowment for Democracy, and more. Suggested donation is...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 25 - 02:00 PM 2023
We will meet at the National Portrait Gallery for a FREE 1-hour, Docent’s Choice Tour of the National Portrait Gallery. The tour content will be somewhat of a surprise. After let's explore the museum for another hour or two and then head to Rocket Bar nearby for Saturday late afternoon...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 25 - 10:00 AM 2023
Hey everyone, Join a group of RPCV/Ws to remove invasive species from Kingman Island! When: February 25th (Saturday) from 10am - 12 noon Where: Kingman Island (close to the Stadium-Armory Metro stop) Additional details (weather, dress, exact meeting location) will be sent closer to the event. ...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, February 22 - 05:30 PM 2023
Join us for the RPCV/W February Happy Hour @ Kingfisher starting at 5:30pm. Kingfisher is a 10-15 minute walk from the U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo, Dupont Circle and McPherson Square Metro Stations as well. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. Bring a used name tag if you've got one! Recycle, Reduce, REUSE!...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, February 21 - 05:00 PM 2023
Join us at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library for The 34th Annual Black Film Festival! MLK Library presents a selection of great Black Films to celebrate and showcase Black art and life in America. They will be screening films each Tuesday in February showcasing different aspects of the Black...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 11 - 02:00 PM 2023
Let's check out the Frederick Douglass Birthday Celebration 2023 sponsored by the National Park Service. From the website: Join the National Park Service for this annual program celebrating Frederick Douglass's Birthday! The program will include music by the Jubilee Voices of the Washington Revels, performances by the student winners of the...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, February 09 - 05:30 PM 2023
Hey everyone, Time to sign up with a group of fellow RPCV/W's with the Capital Area Food Bank. This is a monthly event. When: February 9th (Thursday) from 5:30pm-8pm Where: Capital Area Food Bank (10 minutes from the Fort Totten Metro stop). There is parking and a bike rack...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, February 09 - 05:30 PM 2023
Let's celebrate Valentines Day 2023 with a good 'ole Mix N' Mingle. This event is an inclusive event and not just for Singles but we will ask everyone to identify what they are looking for on their nametag. Come on out and enjoy the fun! We will bring activities to...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 04 - 07:00 PM 2023
Let's check out United Ukrainian Ballet: Giselle at the Kennedy Center. Event begins at 7:30pm. From the website. This remarkable company of dancers unites in a powerful interpretation of Giselle, specifically created for them by world-renowned choreographer Alexei Ratmansky. Don’t miss a moving interpretation of one of the greatest romantic ballets of all time,...
Event Type: Official
Friday, February 03 - 07:30 PM 2023
Let’s warm up this winter with a PINOT PARTY wine tasting. Bring your favorite Pinot Noir to pit against others for best wine of the night. The victor will get bragging rights and a surprise donated bottle from yours truly. Check out the scoring sheet we will be using here and...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, February 02 - 06:30 PM 2023
Let's go check out the The MOTH StorySLAM: Love Hurts at the Miracle Theatre in Capitol Hill. From the event website we will hear 5-minute tales, "about a love that made you go OUCH. The agony of deferred love! The misery of good love, gone bad! The anguish of one-way...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, January 31 - 06:30 PM 2023
Let's check out Tuesday Night Trivia @ Franklin Hall. There will be drink deals and prizes. Trivia Starts promptly @7pm but let's meet at 6:30pm to form our teams. Depending on how many people show up we might have two or more teams of six. Please look for the Peace...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, January 17 - 05:30 PM 2023
Join us for the RPCV/W January Happy Hour @ Players Club starting at 5:30pm. From the Washingtonian, "This Arcade Bar Looks Like a 1970s Rumpus Room." Players Club is a thirteen (13) minute walk from the U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo and near Dupont Circle and Mt. Vernon Metro Stations as well. Please...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, January 14 - 06:00 PM 2023
Looking for a productive and fun way to fill MLK day? Look no further. Come join a group of RPCV/Ws doing what we do best - volunteering. Where: Theodore Roosevelt Island When: Saturday, January 14th When: 9-11am
Event Type: Official
Friday, January 13 - 06:00 PM 2023 through January 16, 2023
There is still one twin bunk available this weekend. The cost is $100 for three nights which includes Breakfast and Sat/Sun dinner. The person that can no longer attend is willing to pay half. Regarding transportation there are 3-4 cars taking people so it’ll be easy to get a ride...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, January 12 - 06:00 PM 2023
Let's check out the FREE Library of Congress' Live! at the Library Event. From the event website. "Visitors are invited to enjoy happy hour drinks and food available for purchase in the Great Hall overlooking the Capitol and the Thomas Jefferson Building’s beautiful architecture while immersing themselves in the Library’s...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, January 05 - 05:30 PM 2023
Hey everyone, Please sign up for January's volunteer opportunity with the Capital Area Food Bank. We are going to try and volunteer with CAFB monthly. When: December 5th (Thursday) from 5:30pm-8pm Where: Capital Area Food Bank (near the Fort Totten Metro stop). There is parking and a bike rack...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, December 21 - 05:30 PM 2022
Join us for the RPCV/W December Happy Hour @ Rocket Bar starting at 5:30pm. Rocket Bar is a two (2) minute walk from the Gallery Place-Chinatown Metro Station. Celebrate the holidays by wearing an ugly sweater! Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. Bring a used name tag if you've got one! Recycle, Reduce, REUSE!...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, December 18 - 07:00 PM 2022
Let's celebrate the holidays with a Gingerbread House Palooza. Bring your creativity and we will supply the materials. Cost is $10 to cover Gingerbread Construction materials. Event location in DC and more details will be sent 48 hours prior to the event. Hope to see you there! :)
Event Type: Official
Saturday, December 10 - 06:30 PM 2022
Let's celebrate the holidays with an RPCV/W HOLIDAY PARTY: Ugly Sweater & Cookie exchange at our friend RPCV/W Nora's House in the Petworth neighborhood of NW DC. Come with an epic ugly sweater and bring some cookies for the cookie exchange. Hors d'oeuvres will be served. BYOB. We will send a...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, December 10 - 01:00 PM 2022
Hey everyone, Please sign up for a gift distribution event with the Salvation Army. When: December 10th (Saturday) from 1pm-4pm Where: Salvation Army in Arlington. 518 S Glebe Rd., Arlington, VA 1.Salvation Army's rule is that you must be 14+. 2. You only have to RSVP with us;...
Event Type: Official
Monday, December 05 - 12:00 PM 2022
Ever wondered, what if Peace Corps wasn't only for Americans? Tune in for an exciting event hosted by CorpsAfrica. CorpsAfrica is an international NGO founded by a former Peace Corps-Morocco Volunteer to offer a similarly transformative service experience to emerging leaders in Africa. Register now to connect and hear about the...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, December 03 - 06:00 PM 2022
Let's meet for the 30th Anniversary of the District's Holiday Boat Parade. Celebrate the holidays with this iconic DC event that features over sixty beautifully decorated boats parading along the Washington Channel. We will meet at the Wharf in SE DC. The exact location will be decided two weeks prior to the...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, December 01 - 05:30 PM 2022
Hey everyone, Please sign up for December's volunteer opportunity with the Capital Area Food Bank. We are going to try and volunteer with CAFB monthly. When: December 1st (Thursday) from 5:30pm-8pm Where: Capital Area Food Bank (near the Fort Totten Metro stop). There is parking and a bike rack...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, November 29 - 05:30 PM 2022
Join us for the RPCV/W November Happy Hour @ The Thirsty Crow starting at 5:30pm. Thirsty Crow is a seven (7) minute walk from the Columbia Heights Metro Station. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. Bring a used name tag if you've got one! Recycle, Reduce, REUSE! :) Hope to see you there!...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, November 20 - 01:30 PM 2022
Free Event: All parts of this event are on a first come first serve basis at the Kennedy Center. UPDATE: Film: "Miss Lillian"-Seated tickets are first come first serve on the day of the event. I will look into getting tickets on the "day of". Open viewing/standing room is available...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, November 15 - 07:30 PM 2022
Let's check out a Secret Concert in Logan Circle hosted by Sofar Sounds which provide intimate concerts in unique spaces. The address will be revealed 36 hours prior to the event. The closest metro to the secret event is U STREET/AFRICAN-AMER CIVIL WAR MEMORIAL/CARDOZO. You can buy your tickets here...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, November 12 - 10:30 AM 2022
Hey everyone, Please sign up to clean-up at the Shepherd Parkway! When: November 12th (Saturday) from 10:30am-1pm Where: 555 Newcomb St. SE, Washington DC, DC 20032 1. It is outdoors, please check the weather closer to the event and dress accordingly. 2. You only have to RSVP with...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, November 09 - 06:00 PM 2022
The RPCV/W Board would like to invite you to our Meet the Board Happy Hour. This is a unique opportunity to learn more about RPCV/W and see if your are interested in joining the Board! Board Elections will be coming up and we currently have open Board Positions including: Vice President...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, November 03 - 06:30 PM 2022
Let's check out the monthly Moth Story Slam-Leftovers @ the Miracle Theater in Capitol Hill. Doors open at 6:30pm and the Show starts at 7:30pm. If interested stop by Ambar for Happy Hour at 6pm next door to the show otherwise meet at the Theater at 7:10PM. Please look for...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, November 03 - 05:30 PM 2022
Hey everyone, Please sign up for November's volunteer opportunity with the Capital Area Food Bank. We are going to try and volunteer with CAFB monthly. When: November 3rd (Thursday) from 5:30pm-8pm Where: Capital Area Food Bank (near the Fort Totten Metro stop), there is parking for volunteers available on...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, November 01 - 06:00 PM 2022
Girls of Armenia Leadership Soccer was founded by myself and another Peace Corps Armenia volunteer in 2016. Since then, the NGO has continually operated, opening and managing the first and only girls soccer leagues in the country, with a focus on rural villages. The goal of the NGO is to...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, October 27 - 05:30 PM 2022
Join us for the RPCV/W October FRIGHTFUL Happy Hour @ RECESSIONS starting at 5:30pm. There will be a Costume Competition w/PRIZES. Wear something frightfully fantastic...muhahaha. Recessions is a three (4) minute walk from the Farragut North Metro Station. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. Bring a used name tag if you've got...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, October 25 - 07:00 PM 2022
Let's go watch the Washington Wizards take on the Detroit Pistons at Capital One Arena. The Game starts at 7pm but planning to meet for Happy Hour (until 8pm) at Jackpot (726 7th St NW) @6pm next to the Arena. I purchased tickets in Sec 408, Row F for under $20 here. Look forward...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, October 22 - 07:30 PM 2022 through October 23, 2022
Fall into Autumn or Love this October at RPCV/W Speed Dating Event! On October 22, come to Nora's (RPCV Paraguay) House in Mount Pleasant in NW DC. The event will include dynamics to facilitate all 40 single attendees (LGBTQ+ welcome) to meet each other. Please RSVP on the RPCV/W website and fill out...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, October 22 - 11:00 AM 2022
Hey everyone, Please sign up to clean-up the Anacostia River together! When: October 22nd (Saturday) from 11am-1pm Where: 1520 First Street SE, DC, DC 20003 1. It is outdoors; please check the weather closer to the event and dress accordingly. 2. You only have to RSVP with us,...
Event Type: Official
Friday, October 21 - 08:30 PM 2022
Let's celebrate Halloween 2022 with a Hill of Haunts public ghost tour in Capital Hill. Please RSVP on our website and purchase your tickets on the National Nightmares website here. Purchase sooner than later. This is a public tour. We will be participating in the 8:30 PM tour. Let's plan...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, October 12 - 05:00 PM 2022
Supporting Co-partners of Campesinas, an all-volunteer non-profit organization that supports rural women, children and youth in El Salvador and Guatemala using a motto of "Learn, earn and lead". Join us for this event and help raise funds for scholarships for children and youth and vocational training for women and youth....
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, October 03 - 05:30 PM 2022
Hey everyone, Please sign up for October's volunteer opportunity with the Capital Area Food Bank. We are going to try and volunteer with CAFB monthly. When: October 3rd (Monday) from 5:30pm-8pm Where: Capital Area Food Bank (near the Fort Totten Metro stop), there is parking for volunteers available on...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, October 01 - 02:00 PM 2022
POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER. NEW DATE: TBD Adams Morgan PorchFest - Adams Morgan Partnership BID (admodc.org)
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, September 28 - 05:30 PM 2022
Join us for the RPCV/W September Happy Hour @ El Techo starting at 5:30pm. El Techo is a four (4) minute walk from the Shaw-Howard U Metro Station. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. Bring a used name tag if you've got one! Recycle, Reduce, REUSE! :) Hope to see you there!...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, September 24 - 06:00 PM 2022
MILLENNIUM STAGE (IN-PERSON AND LIVESTREAM) Stories build connections. They change minds, open hearts, and they can build enduring bridges between individuals and communities. Global Connections: Stories from the Peace Corps will showcase inspirational stories about the transformational connections made in the Peace Corps. On Sale Wed. Sept. 7, 2022 10a.m. Visit...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, September 18 - 03:30 PM 2022
Come volunteer with Kingman + Heritage Islands & Living Classrooms in SE Washington DC by volunteering to pick up trash while paddling. Attendees will be provided with pickers, gloves, and a two person kayak to cleanup around Kingman and Heritage Islands. We will meet on the North side of Heritage Island near...
Event Type: Official
Friday, September 16 - 06:00 PM 2022 through September 18, 2022
We will be bunking and camping in and around a C&O Canal Lock House for the weekend. The Lock House is located approximately 20 miles from the Georgetown Waterfront. We will bike out there on Friday Night and stay for two nights in a rustic Lock House. The weekend will...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, September 13 - 06:00 PM 2022
Please join us to celebrate Peace Corps Night at Nationals Park* on Tuesday, September 13, as the Washington Nationals take on the Baltimore Orioles. Opening ceremonies start at 6:10 p.m. EST. Festivities include the Peace Corps Parade of Nations. Friends and family are welcome and encouraged to attend, so please...
Event Type: Official
Monday, September 12 - 06:00 PM 2022
This workshop is for you if… You have an idea for a service-based social impact business and you want to be your own boss doing what you’re passionate about and be able to support yourself financially. You know you can make a difference for so many people. You’re drained after hours at the ole’ day job, and feel overwhelmed...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, September 11 - 01:15 PM 2022
AHOY SAILORS! Anacostia Riverkeeper, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the Anacostia River for all who live, work, and play in its watershed has graciously offered to host a 1-hour Boat Tour for RPCV/W. Please RSVP on the RPCV/W website. There is only room for 18 attendees. Serious participants only...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, September 07 - 08:00 PM 2022
Come socialize, dance and play music during the Beat Corridor jam at Bossa in Adam's Morgan! Pine Apple, a local DC band with bossa nova and funk vibes and some RPCV members will be playing at 9pm. Come at 8 to socialize with other RPCVs and join the jam if...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, August 31 - 07:30 PM 2022
A night of hilarity in support of the Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Washington DC (RPCV/W)! Purchase Tickets With the global melting pot continuing to heat up (literally and metaphorically), it could be argued that there has never been a more important time for humans to work together and...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, August 30 - 07:05 PM 2022
Let's go to the National's Game and watch the Nats play the Oakland A's. Please RSVP here and purchase your tickets here. I have purchased tickets in Section 228 Row T Seat 18 for $9. We will be going to Atlas Brew Works (1201 Half St SE suite 120) for Happy...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, August 28 - 01:30 PM 2022
Let's go boating at Fletcher's Cove on the mighty Potomac River. There are lots of options to choose from on the Fletcher's Cove Boathouse website including rowboats, canoes, kayaks, and double kayaks. All range from $18-$28/hr. Let's meet at 1:30pm and please reserve your boat for 2pm. Let's plan on being...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, August 27 - 12:00 PM 2022
The 2022 Around the World Cultural Festival will be surrounding ORONOCO BAY PARK in downtown Old Town Alexandria, VA, on Saturday, August 27, 2022 from 11 AM – 7 PM. We will meet at the Torpedo Factory Art Center front steps at 12pm, 105 N Union Street We will sample cuisine,...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, August 24 - 06:00 PM 2022
Come join us on the National Mall for a lovely evening of art on the Mall. We will bring materials including canvas, paper, acrylic paint, pencils, and pastels. Please RSVP to this event so we know the quantity of materials to bring. Please make sure you bring: -Blanket...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, August 23 - 05:30 PM 2022
Join us for the RPCV/W August Happy Hour @ SMITTY'S starting at 5:30pm. Smitty's is a ten (10) minute walk from the Columbia Height's and Georgia AVE-Petworth Metro Stations. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. We will let the the host/hostess know where we are sitting so feel free to...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, August 17 - 07:30 PM 2022
POSTPONED UNTIL WEDNESDAY 8/17 DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER. Come on out to DC Bike Party for the month of August! This event is monthly and always the second Wednesday of the month at Dupont Circle @ 730pm and ride @ 8pm. We will ride at a slow pace for two...
Event Type: Official
Monday, August 15 - 06:15 PM 2022
UPDATE: Location Change- Indique Restaurant, 3512 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 Let's Celebrate India Independence Day and DC Restaurant Week but having dinner at Indique Indian Restaurant in Cleveland Park. Just steps from the Red Line in NW DC. Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, RPCV/W will host three types of events:...
Event Type: Official
Friday, August 05 - 07:00 PM 2022 through August 07, 2022
Come on out for an epic weekend of camping near Shenandoah National Park at the Elizabeth Furnace Group Campground two hours west of DC. We have reserved the group campground for the entire weekend. Feel free to come one or both nights. PLEASE DON'T FORGET TO RSVP on our Website so we...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, July 30 - 11:00 AM 2022
Come join RPCV/W at Rock Creek Park for a FREE summer picnic of epic proportions. Its been a tough couple of year so let's treat ourselves to some good food in great company. Vegan, vegetarian, and meat-based mains will be available. Please Sign-up Here to bring a main, side, or beverage. Consider showing off...
Event Type: Official
Friday, July 29 - 07:00 PM 2022
Join NOVA RPCV's and Sara Holtz on July 29th 7:00-8:30pm for another free concert at Reston Station (1901 Reston Metro Plaza, Reston, VA 20190). Cheick Hamala Diabate: Traditional West African music of Mali, will be performing and the concert is free and part of Reston's Take a Break Concert Series. Cheick Hamala...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, July 17 - 02:00 PM 2022
Come join us in Meridian Hill Park for a lovely afternoon of art in the park. We will bring materials including canvas, paper, acrylic paint, pencils, and pastels. We are asking that individuals pay $5 for this event the day of. Please RSVP to this event so we know the...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, July 13 - 05:30 PM 2022
Join us for the RPCV/W July Happy Hour @ TAKODA starting at 5:30pm. Takoda is a four (4) minute walk from the Shaw-Howard Metro Station. Here is the Happy Hour menu that goes from 4-6pm. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. We will let the the host/hostess know where...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, July 09 - 03:30 PM 2022
Come join us for Georgetown’s new C&O Canal 1-hour boat tour. Please RSVP here and make sure to RSVP on the Canal Boat Website for the 4pm tour. The cost is $21.50 total. Please meet at C&O Canal Lock 3 at 330pm, thirty minutes prior to departure. Please look for the...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, July 07 - 05:30 PM 2022
Hello! Volunteer with like-minded RPCVs at the Capital Area Food Bank. When: Thursday, July 7th 5:30-8pm What: Sorting and packing food Where: Capital Area Food Bank Additional details: 1. Vaccines are required by the food bank. 2. RSVP with us and register here the July 7th date....
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, July 06 - 06:00 PM 2022
EVENT REGISTRATION IS FULL BUT THEY POSTED ON FB THIS MORNING WALK-INs ARE WELCOME. Let's check out the Happy Hour and Dance Party at the Smithsonian Arts + Industries Building to celebrate the closing of the FUTURES Exhibit. This event is FREE! The Happy Hour goes from 5-7pm and the Dance...
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Saturday, June 25 - 08:00 AM 2022 through June 26, 2022
If you love camping and biking this might be the greatest event since the serving of sliced bread! We will be going on a Bikepacking Trip of epic proportions. We will be Bikepacking Montgomery County. Here is very detailed information about the route. The route will cover 125 miles of...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, June 19 - 03:45 PM 2022
Join NOVA RPCV's at Lake Anne Plaza in Reston, VA (11402 Washington Plaza W, Reston, VA 20190) on Saturday, June 18th for kayaking and a happy hour. We will meet at Lake Anne Plaza by the water and the boat rentals at 3:45 pm. Kayak rentals are $15 per hour and you cannot make advanced...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, June 16 - 05:30 PM 2022
Join us for the RPCV/W JUNE Happy Hour @ Wunder Garten starting at 5:00pm. Wunder Garten is a four (4) minute walk from the NOMA Metro Stop. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. We will let the the host/hostess know where we are sitting so feel free to ask...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, June 15 - 07:30 PM 2022
Let's all meet at DC Improv for Happy Hour @630pm and then attend the DC Improv Open Mic Night @ 7:30pm. When you arrive please look for the Peace Corps Flag or contact the organizer. [This is replacing the DC Comedy Festival Event at Busboys and Poets which has been...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, June 09 - 06:00 PM 2022
Join RPCVs Thursday June 9th at A League of Her Own (inside Pitcher's) for a Pride happy hour. This event is open to all participants. *Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, RPCV/W will host three types of events: events open to all participants, events open to fully vaccinated participants, and virtual events, in addition to...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, June 09 - 12:00 PM 2022
Systemic gender bias and sexism are pervasive in the nonprofit sector. It is a myth the “do-gooder” nature of nonprofits means an organization is more self-aware or better equipped to challenge societal power imbalances. Our goals are to: Build awareness of implicit and explicit gender biases Discuss racial, gender, and...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, June 08 - 07:30 PM 2022
COME ON OUT TO THE DC BIKE PARTY PRIDE RIDE! Meet on the North Side of the Fountain at Dupont Circle @730pm. Look for the white Peace Corps Flag. From the webiste: DC Bike Party | Totally Spoked "The DC Bike Party is a monthly party ride around our Nation’s...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 04 - 10:00 AM 2022
Hi, Volunteer day with some fellow RPCVs in partnership with the General Services Administration (GSA) and Rock Creek Conservancy. The goal is to give back to our community and environment by removing invasive species from Rock Creek Park and then grab lunch nearby at Byblos Deli with some other...
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Sunday, May 29 - 11:00 AM 2022
Join NOVA RPCV's on Sunday, May 29th(Memorial Day Weekend) for a bike ride on the C & O Canal from Georgetown to Old Angler's Inn (12 miles each way). We will meet at Georgetown Waterfront Park near the fountain and travel to Old Angler's Inn at milepost 12 on the C & O Canal. ...
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Thursday, May 26 - 07:00 PM 2022
Peace Corps-RPCV Working Session on Sex- and Gender-Based Violence, May 26th 7-8:30 PM Eastern. RSVP for Zoom link. Agenda: Survivors' platform of demands & Peace Corps' roadmap. Moderated by Meisha Lerato Robinson, Founder & Chief Executive of Hope, I Am, We Are. Speakers: Da Shawnna Townsend, Director of the Office...
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Sunday, May 22 - 05:00 PM 2022
Join NOVARPCV for our quarterly gathering and potluck on Sunday, May 22 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm in Reston, VA. We will meet both outside on a beautiful shaded patio and inside the home in Reston, Virginia, and enjoy conversation, food, and beverages. If you feel comfortable sharing a potluck dish or beverage, please bring one. After socializing...
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Saturday, May 21 - 10:00 AM 2022
Hi everyone, We are volunteering with the Rock Creek Conservancy this month. The Rock Creek Conservancy is a DC organization that, "exists to restore the creek and its parklands as a natural oasis for all people to appreciate and protect". Afterwards, we are going to pop over to the Cracked...
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Monday, May 16 - 06:00 PM 2022
Join RPCVW for our mentoring and professional development kickoff happy hour! Meet our star mentors, network with your peers, get professional resume review, and more.
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Saturday, May 14 - 10:00 AM 2022
Let's meet at Dupont Circle and attend the Around the World Embassy Tour PART II-EU Open House @10am on the north side of the fountain. We will walk from Dupont Circle to a selection of the participating Embassies. Here is a map of all the participating EU Embassies. The route will...
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Thursday, May 12 - 06:00 PM 2022
Let's join our friends at For A Green Planet for a FREE screening of Kiss the Ground. "Released in September of 2020 on Netflix, Kiss the Ground the movie narrated by Woody Harrelson is a full-length documentary shedding light on a “new, old approach” to farming called regenerative agriculture, a practice...
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Wednesday, May 11 - 07:30 PM 2022
From the webiste: DC Bike Party | Totally Spoked "The DC Bike Party is a monthly party ride around our Nation’s Capital. The District’s biking community, much like the city itself, is growing rapidly. DC Bike Party’s goal is to be a positive part of this growth. Once a month...
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Monday, May 09 - 05:30 PM 2022
Join us for the RPCV/W MAY Happy Hour @ The BRIG starting at 5:30pm. Check out the Happy Hour menu from 3-7PM here. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. We will let the the host/hostess know where we are sitting so feel free to ask upon arrival. Hope to see...
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Saturday, May 07 - 10:00 AM 2022
Let's meet at Dupont Circle and attend the Around the World Embassy Tour PART 1 @10am. Early departure because this is one of the most popular events in DC! Please look for the white Peace Corps Flag. PART I is on Saturday, May 7th. Part II will be the following...
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Thursday, May 05 - 07:00 PM 2022
Join our friends from NOVA RPCV on Thursday, May 5th 7:00pm-9:00pm for a Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at Sara Holtz's house in Oakton, VA. We will have latin music, dancing, and food. Please bring a latin food or beverage to share. Dance instructor, Joana DiPaolo will show the group a few latin dances. ...
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Wednesday, May 04 - 07:30 PM 2022
Come join us at DC Improv's PUN DMV event. From the DC Improv Website Price: $6 Spotlight: Come out and wordplay! You're invited to watch or compete in Pun DMV, our pun contest. The night is hosted by Dana Fleitman, and it has two events. The winners of either contest get prizes...
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Sunday, April 24 - 11:00 AM 2022
Join our friends from NOVA RPCV for a bike ride on Sunday, April 24th 11am-3:00pm. This biking event will take place on the paved W & OD Trail from Leesburg to Purcellville (approx. 12 miles each way). We will meet at the intersection of the W & OD and Harrison St. SE...
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Saturday, April 16 - 09:30 AM 2022
Let's ring in the Spring by going on a Biking/Hiking Picnic. Come join us! Itinerary: Meet at Blue Bottle Coffee in Georgetown @ 930am with our bikes. Get caffeinated. Head to Great Falls along the C&O Canal to Great Falls Visitor Center (approx. 15 miles; 75 minutes). Check out Great...
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Wednesday, April 13 - 05:30 PM 2022
Join us for the RPCV/W April Happy Hour @ CORTEZ DC starting at 5:30pm. Check out the Happy Hour menu from 5-7PM here. We plan to be on the rooftop bar. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. We will let the the host/hostess know where we are sitting so feel...
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Friday, April 08 - 07:30 PM 2022
COME ON OUT TO THE DC BIKE PARTY PRIDE RIDE! From the webiste: DC Bike Party | Totally Spoked "The DC Bike Party is a monthly party ride around our Nation’s Capital. The District’s biking community, much like the city itself, is growing rapidly. DC Bike Party’s goal is to...
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Wednesday, April 06 - 12:00 PM 2022
Come join us at William Jeffrey's Tavern on April 6 in an effort to raise funds for World Central Kitchen's efforts in and around Ukraine! We will have food and drink specials, with 10% of all sales from that day going directly to WCC. We will also be holding a...
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, April 03 - 02:30 PM 2022
Join NOVA RPCV & RPCV/W on Sunday, April 3rd 2:30-5:00pm for a stroll under the Cherry Blossoms around the Tidal Basin. We will meet on the steps of the Jefferson Memorial. Look for the Peace Corps flag. We will circle the Tidal Basin which is 2.1 miles. Please bring a mask to stay safe. Due...
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Saturday, April 02 - 04:00 PM 2022
PLEASE VISIT LINK TO PURCHASE TICKETS FOR THIS EVENT AND RSVP BELOW TICKETS: https://www.allianceforukraine.org/events/rpcv-borsht-dinner-and-ukrainian-culture-night Date: 02 Apr 2022 Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm EDT Join us for a traditional Ukrainian dinner at the newly-founded Ukraine House in Washington DC to raise funds for humanitarian supplies for Ukrainian internally displaced persons (IDPs). Learn more about our ongoing efforts here. Everyone...
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Friday, April 01 - 08:00 PM 2022
Join LGBTQIA+ RPCVs for our third community meeting regarding the resurgence and organization of our affiliate group! This meeting will be a follow up to our previous discussions centered on organizational structure, goals, and engagement activities. Please bring your ideas and suggestions to share, we look forward to holding space...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, March 31 - 06:00 PM 2022
Our friends at the National Peace Corps Association will be hosting the first LGBTQIA+ RPCVs Happy Hour! Join us for an evening of conversation, trivia, and celebration of identity! As the LGBTQIA+ RPCVs affiliate group revamps, we'd love to hold space for the community to engage in a spirit of...
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Sunday, March 27 - 11:00 AM 2022
We've decided to hold the event just west of the Japanese Lantern (https://goo.gl/maps/68yiSrGuxLGxZM5m6) which is a 16 minute walk west of the Smithsonian Metro. We will be several hundred feet west of the Lantern amongst the trees. This area is nestled amongst the trees and is close enough to the actual...
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Tuesday, March 15 - 05:30 PM 2022
Join us for the RPCV/W March Happy Hour @ CRIMSON starting at 5:30pm. Check out the Happy Hour menu from 5-7PM here. Weather dependent we will be on the rooftop or the basement. Please look for the Peace Corps Flag. I will let the the hostess know where we are sitting...
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Saturday, March 12 - 12:00 PM 2022
Join Us Saturday March 12th @ 12pm at D Light Cafe & Bakery in Adams Morgan for a bite to eat or tea/coffee. This Women Owned Business is owned by two sisters from Ukraine. Various fundraising events have been happening over the past few weeks providing opportunities to assist in...
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Tuesday, March 01 - 06:00 PM 2022
Church Hall has a HAPPY HOUR from 5-7pm so feel free to come @ 5:30pm and look for the Peace Corps Flag. From the website Talks | Washington D.C. | Profs and Pints "Profs and Pints DC presents: “What It Means to Hear New Orleans,” a Fat Tuesday feast of knowledge...
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Sunday, February 27 - 01:00 PM 2022
Join us for an afternoon walk through the U Street Corridor. Meet at Ben’s Chili Bowl on U Street @ 1pm. We will head toward the Howard Theater while passing a few murals and the African American Civil War Memorial along the way. Ending at Right Proper Brewery for a...
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Wednesday, February 16 - 07:30 PM 2022
Since January 2017, Grassroots Comedy has produced 70 comedy shows for nearly 55 non-profits in the Washington, DC area, and has raised roughly $40,000 for causes in a time of need. And we did it all through laughter. Now join us for our 5th anniversary as we bring down the...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, February 09 - 07:00 PM 2022
Come for trivia, leave with glory and/or redemption.
Event Type: Official
Monday, February 07 - 08:00 PM 2022
The board of the RPCV LGBTQ+ group, created in 1991, has stepped down and has requested a new generation be the face of advocacy. This community meeting is to request individuals fill leadership positions, hear from the former president of the LGBTQ+ group, and discuss the new direction of a...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, November 17 - 12:00 PM 2021
No White Saviors (@nowhitesaviors) is dedicated to disrupting traditional power structures between the western world and the African continent. Join us on Nov 17, 2021 at 12pm ET for a virtual community conversation on the topic of the white savior industrial complex and how RPCVs can put decolonization into practice....
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, November 16 - 06:30 PM 2021
Join RPCVs for a Happy Hour! This event is open to fully vaccinated participants. Masks are required when not actively eating or drinking. *Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, RPCV/W will host three types of events: events open to all participants, events open to fully vaccinated participants, and virtual events, in addition to abiding by CDC...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, November 06 - 12:30 PM 2021
In 2019, 1 out of every 3 Peace Corps Volunteers experienced sexual assault. Legislation like the Kate Puzey Act (2013) and the Farr/Castle Act (2018) were passed to protect volunteers, but we still have more work to do to ensure the safety of everyone who serves in the Peace Corps....
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Saturday, November 06 - 10:30 AM 2021
Join a small group of RPCV/W Members at the zoo! We'll meet at the Starbucks across the street. Space is very limited. If the event is full, feel free to join the waitlist at social@rpcvw.org. Participants must be fully vaccinated. *Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, RPCV/W will host three types of events:...
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Thursday, October 28 - 05:00 PM 2021
This is a fundraiser supporting Co-partners of Campesinas, a non-profit working with women and youth in El Salvador and Guatemala using a motto of “Learn, earn and lead”. One of the co-owners of Lauriol Plaza is Salvadoran and supports us by providing hors d’oeuvres and giving us 50% of the...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, October 20 - 07:00 PM 2021
Join RPCVs for a Happy Hour! This event is open to fully vaccinated participants. Masks are required when not actively eating or drinking. *Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, RPCV/W will host three types of events: events open to all participants, events open to fully vaccinated participants, and virtual events, in addition to abiding by CDC...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, October 17 - 10:00 AM 2021
Join a group of RPCVs for a 2.5-mile stroll around the Cleveland Park trail area, ending at Cracked Eggery! Participants will meet at the Cleveland Park Metro stop (target side), walk the Melvin Hazen Trail, a portion of the Rock Creek Trail, the Kingly Valley Trail, and will pass the Tregaron Conservancy. The...
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Wednesday, October 06 - 12:00 PM 2021
Although members of racial and ethnic minority groups account for about 40% of the U.S. population, only about 8-9% of grants are explicitly designed to help people of color in the U.S. Join us for a discussion about philanthropic giving trends for foundations, how equity impacts funding for grassroots and...
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Sunday, September 26 - 02:00 PM 2021
The Peace Corps Alumni Foundation for Philippine Development (PCAFPD) invites you to a family friendly event to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Peace Corps Philippines. Join us for Filipino treats, door prizes, bayanihan with other Philippines RPCVs, and more! What: 60th Anniversary of Peace Corps Philippines Social Date: Sunday September...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, September 20 - 07:00 PM 2021
Join RPCVs for a Happy Hour! This event is open to all participants. Masks are required when not actively eating or drinking. *Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, RPCV/W will host three types of events: events open to all participants, events open to fully vaccinated participants, and virtual events, in addition to abiding by CDC recommendations...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, September 19 - 01:00 PM 2021
Manahaona Mada RPCVs!For our celebration for this year's National Peace Corps Association's (NPCA) Affiliate Group Network Annual Meeting, we will be having a RPCVs of Mada Group Reunion Event on Sunday, September 19th, 2021 from 1:00-2:00 PM EST ! Everyone will be invited to stay online from 2:00-2:30 PM EST...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, September 15 - 06:30 PM 2021
Join a small group of fully vaccinated* RPCVs for a small celebration! The event cost is $15, which goes towards dinner and alcoholic & non-alcoholic drink costs. The event will occur at the Social Director's apartment in Cleveland Park, located on the red line; the exact location will be given...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, September 09 - 07:30 PM 2021
Meet at 7:30pm outside in front of Landmark Atlantic Plumbing Cinema in Columbia Heights for the 7:45pm Candyman showing. Recommend purchasing tickets in advance. Wearing masks indoors.
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, September 08 - 06:00 PM 2021
Throw it back to those Peace Corps Training days with an RPCV jam session! All skill levels and music enthusiasts welcome! House includes an acoustic guitar, ukulele, keyboard and djembe drum available to play, but feel free to bring your voice or preferred instrument of any kind if you have one! ...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, August 21 - 03:30 PM 2021
We are super excited to invite you all to join us for our End of Summer Picnic. This is our largest in-person event this year! It will be catered by Ben's Chili Bowl, and there will be a vegetarian option available. If you would rather bring your own food, please...
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Thursday, August 19 - 06:30 PM 2021
Join a small group of fully vaccinated* RPCVs for a casual, dynamic game night. The event cost is $10, which goes towards food and wine costs. The event will take place at the Social Director's apartment in Cleveland Park, located on the red line, exact location will be given once...
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Monday, August 16 - 06:00 PM 2021
Come join RPCV/W and Friends of Tanzania in learning the language of Swahili. We will have three sessions (each a different topic pertaining to Swahili and the Tanzanian culture) during the month of August of 2021. No matter what level you are, please come for an evening of fun and...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, August 05 - 07:00 PM 2021
Join RPCVs for a Happy Hour! This event is open to all participants. *Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, RPCV/W will host three types of events: events open to all participants, events open to fully vaccinated participants, and virtual events, in addition to abiding by CDC recommendations and guidelines. If you are not vaccinated due...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, July 29 - 06:30 PM 2021
Join a small group of fully vaccinated* RPCVs for a casual, dynamic conversation. The event cost is $10, which goes towards food and wine costs. The event will take place at the Social Director's apartment in Cleveland Park, located on the red line, exact location will be given once RSVP-ed....
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, July 27 - 05:30 PM 2021
Throw it back to those Peace Corps Training days with an RPCV jam session! All skill levels and music enthusiasts welcome! House includes an acoustic guitar, ukulele, keyboard and djembe drum available to play, but feel free to bring your voice or preferred instrument of any kind if you have one!...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, July 25 - 07:00 PM 2021
Join the "Time to Get Uncomfy," a book club focused on the intersection of racial justice and gender. The club regular meetings on the last Sunday of each month. Email TyMiranda14@gmail to join this month's book club or to get an invitation for future meetings.
Event Type: Member-Created
Friday, July 23 - 07:30 PM 2021
Meet up with fellow RPCVs to enjoy a night of live Samba music and dancing* at Bossa DC in Adams Morgan! Tickets are $10 and must be purchased at the door (bring cash). We will meet at 7:30pm to chat and grab drinks. Music starts at 8:00pm! More information on...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, July 22 - 06:30 PM 2021
Join us for a session where we explore the way we are "perceived" in the work place. And the many ways we can curate our brand and image through LinkedIn, the way you introduce yourself, and the things you should emphasize when networking. RSVP and get the link to the...
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Saturday, July 17 - 10:00 AM 2021 through July 18, 2021
Participants will carpool to Sky Meadows State Park in Virginia (about 1hr away). Participants will then hike into a campsite and stay overnight. The campsite is a 1-mile hike and there are many surrounding trails. Participants must be fully vaccinated and bring their own equipment. Cost is $10 for members, $15...
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Saturday, July 10 - 12:00 PM 2021
We are a group in the DMV area that likes to get together and talk about books, drink wine, and eat food. Our reading goals: 1. Fiction or non-fiction from immigrant or non-Western authors 2. Works set in other countries as much as possible We’d love you to join us!...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, July 08 - 07:00 PM 2021
Join RPCVs for a Happy Hour! This event is open to all participants. *Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, RPCV/W will host three types of events: events open to all participants, events open to fully vaccinated participants, and virtual events, in addition to abiding by CDC recommendations and guidelines. If you are not vaccinated due...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, July 03 - 11:00 AM 2021
Join fellow RPCVs for a beautiful hike in our neighborhood national park! We will be doing a 5 mile loop on the Western Ridge Trail of Rock Creek Park. Dogs are welcome on leash, but keep in mind heat limitations. Don't forget snacks, water and sunscreen! If you are not...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, June 27 - 02:00 PM 2021
Throw it back to those Peace Corps Training days with an RPCV jam session! All skill levels and music enthusiasts welcome! House includes an acoustic guitar, ukulele, keyboard and djembe drum available to play, but feel free to bring your voice or preferred instrument of any kind if you have one!...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, June 24 - 07:00 PM 2021
Join RPCVs for a Pride Happy Hour! This event is open to all participants. *Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, RPCV/W will host three types of events: events open to all participants, events open to fully vaccinated participants, and virtual events, in addition to abiding by CDC recommendations and guidelines. If you...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 19 - 12:00 PM 2021 through June 20, 2021
Join RPCV/W for a Bike & Camp Trip from June 19-20, 2021. On Saturday, June 19, we will depart downtown Georgetown at noon and bike to Great Falls (13mi), and then to Marsden Tract Group Campsite (additional 3mi). Attendees will spend the night at the campsite, and we will return to downtown...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 05 - 10:00 AM 2021
Join a group of RPCVs for a 2.5-mile stroll around the Cleveland Park trail area, ending at an amazing local bakery. Participants will meet at the Cleveland Park Metro stop (target side), walk the Melvin Hazen Trail, a portion of the Rock Creek Trail, the Kingly Valley Trail, and will pass the Tregaron...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, May 30 - 10:00 AM 2021
Join NOVA RPCV on Sunday, May 30th (Memorial Day Weekend) for a bike ride on the C & O Canal from Georgetown to Old Angler's Inn (12 miles each way). We will meet at milepost O in Georgetown at 10:00am and travel to Old Angler's Inn at milepost 12 for lunch at 12:00pm....
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, May 26 - 06:30 PM 2021
Join us for a conversation with professionals in the international development space as they talk through how they got their first job and the surprises of entering the industry. The unexpected barriers, that appear even after service; the realities that hard work alone may not be enough to get your...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, May 22 - 11:30 AM 2021
Join RPCV/W for a private Anacostia River Tour with Anacostia Riverkeepers "to learn about the Anacostia River’s history, wildlife, the environmental threats it faces, and the solutions helping it realize its full potential. These free, guided boat tours are funded by the District’s disposable bag fee." There is limited space...
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Wednesday, April 28 - 06:30 PM 2021
Take the time to level up your skills and fine tune your resume. Learn how to look at a resume with a critical eye. Gain new insights into the federal resume writing process. RSVP and join us via Zoom on April 28th from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm.
Event Type: Official
Thursday, April 15 - 07:00 PM 2021
Join a group of single RPCVs for a fun, activity-filled Happy Hour!
Event Type: Official
Thursday, April 01 - 07:00 PM 2021
Come for trivia, leave with glory and/or redemption.
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, March 30 - 06:00 PM 2021
Join us for the first in the series of professional development skill building sessions. Register and receive your email with the Zoom link for the session on Tuesday March 30th from 6 pm to 7 pm eastern time.
Event Type: Official
Monday, March 29 - 06:30 PM 2021
Join our four specialists in Law, Emergency Management, Medicine, and Project Management who are ready and waiting to answer your career questions in a small group setting. Learn about our specialists: Caroline Corcos Alison Griner Rachel Passmore Justin Tien Join us via Zoom Monday March 29th at 6:30 pm EDT. Admission is...
Event Type: Official
Friday, March 26 - 12:00 PM 2021
Spend your lunch hour working with other RPCVs to write a Letter to the Editor focused on Reproductive Health. We'll review the ins and outs, rely on our Peace Corps Experience, and submit a group letter by the end of the hour. This event is a part of a new...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, March 24 - 06:30 PM 2021
Join RPCV/W and the DC Tutoring and Mentoring Initiative on Wednesday, March 24th at 6:30 pm EST for a volunteer event! RPCV/W volunteers will be helping DCTMI make phone calls in order to recruit mentors and tutors for youth of all ages around D.C. The phone bank is the most...
Event Type: Official
Monday, March 15 - 07:00 PM 2021
Inspired by a conversation on our Facebook page, this conversation will focus on the pros, cons, and ethics of the current international development landscape. This event is a part of our ongoing salon series offered by RPCV/W to create intentional, diverse, and inclusive spaces and conversations with the RPCV/W community.
Event Type: Official
Thursday, March 11 - 07:00 PM 2021
Join a small group of RPCVs as we discuss Obama's "A Promised Land." Attendees are encouraged to read the book beforehand. This event is a part of our ongoing salon series offered by RPCV/W to create intentional, diverse, and inclusive spaces and conversations with the RPCV/W community.
Event Type: Official
Monday, March 08 - 07:00 PM 2021
Discover how this poetry book, penned during a U.S. Peace Corps service (2015-2017), is making a social impact in rural KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Join Author Chenoa hARTherapy Murray, Visionary Talk Radio Host Juliet Henry and Guest South African Author Nompumelelo Afrika Gcaba in this virtual event where there will be...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, March 06 - 09:00 AM 2021
Bring your pug to our pug meet-up! Email TyMiranda14@gmail.com to RSVP. Guidelines for COVID-19: No communal food/coffee offered/brought Pug parents/friends stay at least 6 feet apart Everyone (except pups) must wear masks
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, March 04 - 09:00 AM 2021
Join RPCV Alyssa Moy for an educational presentation about the events leading up to the current political climate of Myanmar.
Event Type: Official
Sunday, February 28 - 07:00 PM 2021
Join the "Time to Get Uncomfy," a book club focused on the intersection of racial justice and gender. The club regular meetings on the last Sunday of each month. February's book is The Office of Historical Corrections: A Novella and Stories and we will meet on Sunday, February 28 at 7PM...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, February 25 - 06:00 PM 2021
In honor of Black History Month we welcome you to join us for a new recurring series - Stranger in a Strange Land: Difficult Conversations Our inaugural session is a frank conversation on working in professional spaces as an African American. Our panel of four Black professionals will speak to their...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, February 24 - 07:00 PM 2021
Come and join for a discussion in honor of Black History Month. Share your favorite videos, paintings, music, books and others that resonate black culture.
Event Type: Official
Thursday, February 18 - 07:00 PM 2021
Join a small group of RPCV/S as we discuss DC statehood. This event is a part of our ongoing salon series offered by RPCV/W to create intentional, diverse, and inclusive spaces and conversations with the RPCV/W community.
Event Type: Official
Friday, February 12 - 08:00 PM 2021
Get Excited! Here's the deal: You send a card to one RPCV and get a card from another! After signing up, you'll receive a confirmation email with the address of the RPCV. Cards should be postmarked by February 13, 2020. Please check your spam email if you do not receive...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, February 10 - 12:00 PM 2021
Are you looking to buy a home in 2021, but don’t know where to start? Are you worried that you don’t have enough saved for a down payment? Do you want to put together a plan to buy a home in the future? Please join us on Wednesday February 10th...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, February 03 - 07:00 PM 2021
CONFIDENCE. CARDIO. CHOREO.-- every Wednesday at 7pm (EST) Join the #DMVVXNArmy Join me (@vxnarmybetty), in my living room, as we dance our way to our best selves. VXN is an hour-long performance dance workout, where we foster the body/mind/soul connection via booty pops, kitten poses, and something called "scrub the ground"....
Event Type: Member-Created
Friday, January 29 - 07:00 PM 2021
Come for trivia, leave with glory.
Event Type: Official
Sunday, December 20 - 06:00 PM 2020
Sign up here. Get Excited! Here's the deal: you agree to send a book to a fellow RPCV and you'll then receive a book from another RPCV. Books can be used or new, but they should be in good condition.After signing up below, you'll receive a confirmation email with the...
Event Type: Official
Friday, December 18 - 08:00 PM 2020
It's not complicated. Bring your ugly holiday sweater, a beverage, and get ready to meet people. Rounds will be 6 minutes.
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Wednesday, December 16 - 07:00 PM 2020
~Oh the covid outside is frightful, and isolation is way too insightful But since we've no place to go literally Say hello as we watch the year close~ Grab a warm and fuzzy drink and join us for the final happy hour of 2020. You will have a chance...
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Wednesday, November 18 - 01:00 PM 2020
A majority of Americans consider themselves religious. Most of the world's religions arose in geographies where the skin color of those indigenous peoples was not white. The distinctions drawn between people in religious texts are religious and moral, not ethnic or racial. However, some people of faith use religion to...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, November 11 - 01:00 PM 2020
Nonprofits draw on research into language, persuasion, and marketing to create effective appeals and communications. They rely on storytelling and marketing archetypes to produce the message and linguistics which are proven tools for persuasion. Rachel Branaman, principal of Talem Consulting, and Saadia Ahmed, principal of Fluff and Logic, will discuss ways to share your...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, November 04 - 01:00 PM 2020
Nonprofit leaders are using their positions of power to integrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility into their organizations. This session, moderated by Zahra Billoo, executive director of CAIR-San Francisco Bay Area (CAIR-SFBA). The discussion will talk about whiteness in nonprofit spaces and how each panelist is using their identity and privilege...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, October 28 - 01:00 PM 2020
U.S. philanthropy has always existed at the intersection of capitalism and racial injustice, perpetuating the social and economic issues it promises to fix. Black, indigenous, and other people of color are fighting to dismantle the inequities that exist within the philanthropic space which impact communities of color and other underserved...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, October 22 - 06:00 PM 2020
Emotional Intelligence is "the capacity to be aware of, control, and express one's emotions, and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically." Therefore, emotional competencies are important for every leader to develop. Join RPCV/W for an interactive presentation about Emotional Intelligence, led by Karlia Brown.
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, October 21 - 02:00 PM 2020
Margari Hill and Kenyatta Bakeer of Muslim ARC will challenge racism and bias in nonprofits. This workshop will explore implicit bias and how it can affect our everyday choices, as well as microaggressions and why they matter. Through exercises and follow up work, participants will develop long term strategies to interrupt harmful and oppressive behaviors. The webinar is $15; you...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, October 15 - 08:00 PM 2020
Meet us virtually on Thursday nights at 8pm EST/5pm PST to talk about racial injustice in America and debrief on the week's happenings. Join fellow RPCVs to talk, process and unpack white supremacy. If you're ready to chat, bring a topic from the week's headlines or just come ready to...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, October 15 - 07:00 PM 2020
Join RPCVs for a glass of wine and...voting plans! We will be writing postcards, emails, letters, texts, and more to ensure everyone has a voting plan this coming November. Bring a glass of wine or a non-alcoholic beverage and contact information for 10-15 individuals so we can spread the word...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, September 19 - 11:00 AM 2020
America's current events are challenging RPCVs to take the skills we honed in the Peace Corps and employ them here at home. Everyday we have an opportunity to continue serving as cultural ambassadors and help build bridges of understanding in our families, workplaces, and communities. This workshop, inspired by the work and current...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, September 16 - 08:30 PM 2020
COVID-19 has led -- and forced -- many of us to pursue new income streams and re-evaluate what we do. If you're considering starting a business or side hustle, this interactive workshop will not only show you how to build an impactful business -- you'll also roll up your sleeves and...
Event Type: Official
Friday, September 11 - 12:00 PM 2020
We are a small group that likes to read works by POC, immigrant or foreign authors; usually fiction but not always. Come join us if you find yourself reading a good book and miss having someone to discuss it with! Our next meeting is Friday, September 11, discussing The Vanishing...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, September 02 - 07:00 PM 2020
RSVP using our link. Join the National RPCV Racial Justice Initiative for a nationwide call to action to elevate voting issues within our RPCV community! Voting is the language of American democracy. The ability to participate in civic life — to have a voice in choosing the elected officials whose decisions...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, August 29 - 02:00 PM 2020
To register email: nonbinaryogi@gmail.com Price is sliding scale $25-75 and can be done through Venmo @allekamela (or PayPal, if needed). Free/ no cost spots available for BIPOC. This training will cover a host of topics, outlined below, essentially providing you the knowledge and self-inquiry tools to treat trans people with...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, August 20 - 08:00 PM 2020
Join RPCVs for a blind speed dating event, inspired by the Netflix show "Love is Blind," where people meet without seeing each other and then decide whether or not to pursue something more. It emphasizes an emotional connection with individuals, as opposed to the app "swiping." This event will occur...
Event Type: Official
Friday, August 07 - 08:00 PM 2020
Update: We no longer have space for individuals interested in men. We apologize, and feel free to email Social@rpcvw.org to get on the wait list or to join the next Love is Blind event. For those interested in women and non-binary individuals, we have space! Join RPCVs for a blind speed...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, August 04 - 06:00 PM 2020
Rescheduled: Join RPCV/W and New York City Peace Corps Association as we discuss the challenges and opportunities within some of today's most influential philanthropic organizations. We will be discussing diversity in the context of race, gender, age, religion and many other identities as they are expressed and perceived in the workplace....
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, July 28 - 09:00 PM 2020
Join us as we discuss what it means to be an ally, and ways to support people of color. Register here: https://asu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIlcuGgqjsvG9zIJjko4J80-xAistGKAbIT
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, July 14 - 05:00 PM 2020
Join RPCV/W and New York City Peace Corps Association as we discuss the challenges and opportunities within some of today's most influential philanthropic organizations. We will be discussing diversity in the context of race, gender, age, religion and many other identities as they are expressed and perceived in the workplace....
Event Type: Official
Thursday, July 09 - 07:00 PM 2020
Join a small group of plant enthusiasts/ future plant enthusiasts to talk about purchasing plants, keeping plants thriving, and more. This event is a part of our ongoing salon series offered by RPCV/W to create intentional, diverse, and inclusive spaces and conversations with the RPCV/W community.
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, July 07 - 07:00 PM 2020
We have created this space to hear and address feedback from our members on the RPCV/W Facebook group.
Event Type: Official
Friday, June 26 - 07:00 PM 2020 through June 27, 2020
In 1961, the Peace Corps provided an opportunity to bring America to the world and bring the world home to America. Nearly 60 years later, more than 200k volunteers have served in over 60 countries. Americans of all ages serve their country and seek to understand their place in the...
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, June 23 - 04:00 PM 2020
Discover the benefits of Peace Corps service from returned Volunteers. Hear stories about the challenging, rewarding, and inspirational moments from returned Peace Corps Volunteers. Note: We will be holding this event on a virtual platform instead of in-person. Please register to ensure that you receive access to join the event....
Event Type: Member-Created
Friday, June 19 - 07:00 PM 2020
Join a small group of RPCVs as we discuss our experiences in Peace Corps as an LGBTQ+ individual. All are welcome to join, even those who don't identify. This event is a part of our RPCV/W Celebrates Pride event series! Wine, Cheese & ... is a salon series offered by RPCV/W to...
Event Type: Official
Friday, June 19 - 01:30 PM 2020
Join a group of RPCVS and the RPCV/W Racial Justice Task Force as we stand in solidarity on Juneteenth at the Freedom Day March on the Mall. The March is organized by the affiliates listed in the below image. "Mission: The Freedom Day March is a peaceful movement that seeks...
Event Type: Official
Monday, June 15 - 07:00 PM 2020
Want to practice a language? RPCV/W will help by pairing you with someone else who wants to practice the same language. We will connect you with your partner and facilitate a language session! Please fill out this google form about your language preference: https://forms.gle/TWBDdzwwevDV5WpU6
Event Type: Official
Friday, June 12 - 08:00 PM 2020
Update: In light of events happening over the next week and to maintain focus, we will be cancelling this event. Please send any concerns to social@rpcvw.org. Welcome to RPCV/W Singles Game Night! Spend the evening meeting other RPCV singles by playing games. Different games and activities will be hosted in...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, June 11 - 07:00 PM 2020
Follow-up to our racial injustice town hall meeting. We are building a task force to deconstruct white supremacy and tackle the racism in our Peace Corps community and country. Meeting Goals: Elect leadership to drive tangible initiatives both immediate and long term Establish working groups and the initiatives to move...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, June 11 - 07:00 PM 2020
Update: In light of events happening over the next week and to maintain focus, we will be cancelling this event. Please send any concerns to social@rpcvw.org. Thinking about adventuring after COVID? Join RPCV/W for our travel series, inspiring RPCVs to plan post-COVID experiences. If you have ever dreamed of long-distance...
Event Type: Official
Monday, June 08 - 07:00 PM 2020
Update: In light of events happening over the next week and to maintain focus, we will be cancelling this event. Please send any concerns to social@rpcvw.org. Join RPCV/W for a book club/celebration featuring Untamed by Glennon Doyle. You can check the book out online through your local library or request...
Event Type: Official
Friday, June 05 - 07:00 PM 2020
Update: In light of events happening this week and to maintain focus, we will be cancelling this event. Please send any concerns to social@rpcvw.org. Join RPCV/W as we kick off our celebration of Pride! There will be games, story telling, chatting and more! This event is a part of our...
Event Type: Official
Monday, June 01 - 07:00 PM 2020
A forum to discuss the racial injustice in the US and what the RPCV/W community can do to support and organize. Agenda TBD. Reach out to the organizer if you have feedback or would like to facilitate a discussion.
Event Type: Official
Friday, May 29 - 07:00 PM 2020
Are you looking for a challenge? In a "Hackathon" format, this event will put people into random groups to try to come up with a solution to one of today's public health and healthcare issues. To prevent any advantages, participants will be provided a select amount of materials to prep...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, May 27 - 04:30 PM 2020
In this unprecedented time of global crisis, it’s natural for the fight/flight instinct to kick-in; the animal brain sets us scrambling to stay safe and alive. But the COVID crisis also fuels new ideas and opportunities. Necessity can be the mother of invention. In this session, we’ll explore strategies to...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, May 26 - 07:00 PM 2020
Thinking about adventuring after COVID? Join RPCV/W for our travel series, inspiring RPCVs to plan post-COVID experiences. Join Annie Grayson, RPCV and El Camino Hiker, for a casual information session on hiking. According to REI, "the Camino de Santiago, or the Way of Saint James, is an epic Catholic pilgrimage...
Event Type: Official
Friday, May 22 - 08:00 PM 2020
Join RPCVs for a blind speed dating event, inspired by the Netflix show "Love is Blind," where people meet without seeing each other and then decide whether or not to pursue something more. It emphasizes an emotional connection with individuals, as opposed to the app "swiping." This event will occur...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, May 21 - 07:00 PM 2020
Thinking about adventuring after COVID? Join RPCV/W for our travel series, inspiring RPCVs to plan post-COVID experiences. Join Ty Miranda, a biking semi-expert, as she talks about her experience biking from DC to Pittsburgh and answers any questions you may have. Participants can send questions before the event to social@RPCVW.org.
Event Type: Official
Thursday, May 21 - 01:00 PM 2020
HHS Returned Peace Corps Volunteers present: “Peace Corps & NIH/HHS: COVID-19 Response and Impact” Speakers: Dr. Karen Becker, Associate Director, Office of Health Services, Peace Corps Dr. Peter Kilmarx, Deputy Director, Fogarty International Center, National Institute of Health; RPCV, Zaire, fisheries – 1984-86 This event is an opportunity to join...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, May 18 - 06:00 PM 2020
Are you interested in entrepreneurship? Do you want to learn about RPCV led entrepreneurial businesses? If you answered "yes," then join RPCV/W for our first Entrepreneurship Webinar! We'll hear from RPCVs who have started their own businesses-- we'll learn about their businesses, entrepreneurship journey, lessons learned, and lots more! Panelists:...
Event Type: Official
Friday, May 15 - 08:00 PM 2020
Join RPCVs for a blind speed dating event, inspired by the Netflix show "Love is Blind," where people meet without seeing each other and then decide whether or not to pursue something more. It emphasizes an emotional connection with individuals, as opposed to the app "swiping." This event will occur...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, May 14 - 07:00 PM 2020
Looking for something new to read? Join a group of RPCVs as we discuss our favorite non-fiction pieces. This isn't your typical book club, because each person will bring their own favorite to share with the group. Prepare a short synopsis to share and spread your love of nonfiction. Wine, Cheese...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, May 13 - 01:00 PM 2020
RPCV/W presents a Virtual Resume Workshop event with Ajilon! During the event, an Ajilon recruiter will give you a one-on-one resume review and give you helpful tips to improve your resume. Ajilon is a professional staffing agency that assists individuals in finding temporary or permanent jobs.
Event Type: Official
Friday, May 08 - 07:00 PM 2020
Are you looking for a challenge? In a "Hackathon" format, this event will put people into random groups to try to come up with a solution to one of today's environmental problems. To prevent any advantages, participants will be provided a select amount of materials to prep with and will...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, May 07 - 06:00 PM 2020
Are you job hunting or looking to make more professional connections in DC? Hoping to switch organizations, sectors, or find an entirely new field? Do you want some perspectives from other RPCVs? If the answer is yes, then come attend RPCVW's virtual Speed Networking event on Thursday, May 7th from...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, May 05 - 08:00 PM 2020
Join RPCV/W for an online information event about hiking the Appalachian Trail, featuring Julie Walker, RPCV and A.T. Thru-Hiker. In 2019, Julie hiked the A.T. from North to South and is excited to share some information for those interested in hiking all or parts of the trail. Make sure to...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, May 03 - 04:00 PM 2020
If you like pina coladas and hanging out with people who just get it, join the Evacuee hangout for EPCVs in the DMV area to connect, share, and play some games. RSVP to get the zoom link.
Event Type: Official
Friday, May 01 - 08:00 PM 2020
Join RPCVs for a blind speed dating event, inspired by the Netflix show "Love is Blind," where people meet without seeing each other and then decide whether or not to pursue something more. It emphasizes an emotional connection with individuals, as opposed to the app "swiping." This event will occur...
Event Type: Official
Friday, May 01 - 10:00 AM 2020 through May 03, 2020
Catharsis on the Mall is a three-day event will feature free 24-hour-a-day programming from May 1 - May 3 with a diverse lineup of speakers, media and art installations intended to draw awareness to a variety of issues, promote peace, and advocate for collective healing. The event will feature live...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, April 30 - 07:00 PM 2020
Looking to meet some new people in this Coronavirus time? Well, join a group of single RPCVs as we play games, tell jokes, and banter about what single life is really like right now. All gender and sexual orientation identities are welcome. Wine, Cheese & ... is a new salon...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, April 28 - 06:30 PM 2020
Join RPCV/W for our final Virtual Tuesday Happy Hour! Using Zoom, we will all "meet" up, share a BYOB drink and a conversation. This can be a really difficult time and we want to create a space for interaction. There will be breakout rooms, polls, and lots of great conversation...
Event Type: Official
Friday, April 24 - 07:00 PM 2020
Are you looking for a challenge? In a "Hackathon" format, this event will put people into random groups to try to come up with a solution to one of today's international development issues. To prevent any advantages, participants will be provided a select amount of materials to prep with and...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, April 23 - 06:30 PM 2020
Join your fellow RPCVs from New York City and DC for a virtual happy hour to practice your language skills and delve into cultural topics!
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, April 21 - 06:30 PM 2020
Join RPCV/W for Virtual Tuesday Happy Hours! Using Zoom, we will all "meet" up, share a BYOB drink and a conversation. This can be a really difficult time and we want to create a space for interaction. There will be breakout rooms, polls, and lots of great conversation starters. Once...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, April 21 - 05:30 PM 2020
Join RPCV/W for a discussion about Non-competitive Eligibility (NCE)! Kate Rohrbaugh is an RPCV who taught English as a foreign language in Ukraine in 1993-1995. She holds a master's degree in policy sciences and she worked at Peace Corps HQ for 4 years. She is currently a management analyst at...
Event Type: Official
Monday, April 20 - 07:00 PM 2020
Join RPCV/W and career professionals in Health, Law, Social Work, International Development, and Disaster Relief/Humanitarian Assistance for a Q&A about their career paths! Career Professionals: Nursing – Karen Kwok MSN, FNP-BC, MPH Administrative Law and Government Regulations – Caroline Corcos, Esq. Nana Yaa Agyemang, Esq. Social Work - Meggan Thompson...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, April 14 - 06:30 PM 2020
Join RPCV/W for Virtual Tuesday Happy Hours! Using Zoom, we will all "meet" up, share a BYOB drink and a conversation. This can be a really difficult time and we want to create a space for interaction. There will be breakout rooms, polls, and lots of great conversation starters. Once...
Event Type: Official
Monday, April 13 - 06:00 PM 2020
Nervous about an upcoming job interview? Want to sharpen your interview skills or practice your elevator speech? We’re here to help! Join us for a Mock Interview Event! We will simulate a formal interview experience then provide constructive feedback. This event can help you get into the groove of virtual...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, April 12 - 10:00 AM 2020
Please note that to officially sign up for this event, you must go to this link. Hey RPCVs, are you feeling stressed and anxious due to COVID19 constraints? Perhaps just frustrated or like you have too much pent up energy? Join Alle Kamela (RPCV Madagascar 2013-2015) for a virtual...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, April 07 - 06:30 PM 2020
Join RPCV/W for Virtual Tuesday Happy Hours! Using Zoom, we will all "meet" up, share a BYOB drink and a conversation. This can be a really difficult time and we want to create a space for interaction. There will be breakout rooms, polls, and lots of great conversation starters. Once...
Event Type: Official
Monday, April 06 - 06:30 PM 2020
Getting pretty bored of that pandora play list? Looking for some funny podcast to get you through your day? Join a group of RPCVs as we swap podcast recs and more. All participants are encourage to "bring" their favorite podcast to share with the group. Cheese, Wine & ... is...
Event Type: Official
Friday, April 03 - 12:00 PM 2020
Join RPCV/W for our virtual brown bag lunch session. Talk with other RPCVs about teleworking and learn some helpful strategies to keep you efficient and on task.
Event Type: Official
Thursday, April 02 - 02:00 PM 2020
HireStrategy, a top-ranked staffing firm, has partnered with RPCVs over the years to provide resume and job search tips in DC. You will have the chance to be paired with a recruiter in HireStrategy's DC office to have an individualized time to discuss your resume, job search, and connections within the...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, March 31 - 06:30 PM 2020
Join RPCV/W for Virtual Tuesday Happy Hours! Using Zoom, we will all "meet" up, share a BYOB drink and a conversation. This can be a really difficult time and we want to create a space for interaction. There will be breakout rooms, polls, and lots of great conversation starters. Once...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, March 26 - 06:30 PM 2020
Join RPCV/W for our virtual Yappy Hour on Thursday, March 26. Have questions about how to keep your pet entertained, stop them from joining your conference call, how to walk your pet while social distancing? Talk to other pet owners! Anyone is welcome to join, even pet owner wannabees. BYOB.
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, March 24 - 06:30 PM 2020
Join RPCV/W for Virtual Tuesday Happy Hours! Using Zoom, we will all "meet" up, share a BYOB drink and a conversation. This can be a really difficult time and we want to create a space for interaction. There will be breakout rooms, polls, and lots of great conversation starters. Once...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, March 10 - 05:00 PM 2020
Join RPCV/W for an upcoming career panel featuring RPCVs, the Society for International Development, and career professionals working in Global Health. The panelists will speak about their career paths in this sector and share tips for job seekers. Agenda: 5:00pm - 6:30pm Pre-Event Networking Happy Hour 6:30pm - 7:30pm Global Health Career Panel...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, March 07 - 10:30 AM 2020
Join RPCV/W to check out the DC Travel and Adventure Show at the Washington Convention Center (Hall C) on Saturday, March 7th at 10:30am. We'll start at the Global Beats Stage for a performance of Botswana Dances by Rhythms of Kalahari. Then we'll explore the different exhibits! Check out the...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, March 05 - 06:30 PM 2020
The WHO declared the Coronavirus a public health emergency, and the infections can be seen in over 20 countries. However, there's more than just the virus to worry about, as infection spread, so does misinformation, fear, and racism. Join a small group of RPCVs, as we discuss the implications of...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, February 25 - 06:00 PM 2020
It's been a while since our last happy hour. Please join us at Exiles, an RPCV-owned bar. This time around, we will be on the first floor. And as per usual, check out the awesome happy hour specials!
Event Type: Official
Sunday, February 23 - 06:00 PM 2020
Please join us for NOVA RPCV’s Annual Meeting and Pot Luck. We will enjoy delicious food, great company and vote on new Board members. We will review the past year and discuss plans for the next. At 7pm we will have a featured presentation by our Community Service Director, Erica Brouillette, who will...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, February 22 - 06:00 PM 2020
Hey RPCVs of Washington, DC! Let’s BUST A MOVE for a GREAT cause! Partner for Surgery will host its first annual Motown Moves for Surgery FUN-raiser on Saturday, February 22, 2020. Get down for some soul music, dancing, food, drinks and fun with your fellow RPCVs. Mark your calendars and buy your tickets soon because...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, February 22 - 04:00 PM 2020
Come join RPCV/W for the Mardi Gras parade at the Southwest Waterfront. There will be live music, fireworks, and sweet treats!
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 22 - 09:30 AM 2020
Please join RPCV/W in helping We Are Family, DC deliver groceries to vulnerable senior citizens around the North Capitol area.
Event Type: Official
Monday, February 17 - 09:45 AM 2020
Hello RPCVs of the District! Want to do something really “cool” this February to celebrate our President’s Day Holiday? How about pulling out your warm cycling clothes, pumping up those bicycle tires, donning a helmet, and joining up for a cool group ride from DC to Mt. Vernon? We will...
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, February 16 - 08:00 PM 2020
Come join RPCV/W for the long weekend and learn how to salsa! Not to worry if you're already a pro; there will be freestyle dancing after the lesson. Tickets will be sold at the door for $14. Hope to see you there!
Event Type: Official
Thursday, February 13 - 06:30 PM 2020
Tinder, Bumble, Grindr, Coffee Meets Bagel, oh dear. Join RPCV/W for a small group discussion on online dating in DC, with wine and cheese. All current members are welcome to join. The event cost is $10, which goes towards food and wine costs. The event will take place at the...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, February 05 - 08:00 PM 2020
Looking to get out of the rain tonight? Come over for drinks, food, and trivia at Solly's Tavern on U St for their Charity Trivia Night! A portion of the proceeds tonight will benefit the Asylum Seeker Assistance Project, a non-profit based in DC serving the estimated 50,000 asylum seekers living...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, January 20 - 11:00 AM 2020
RPCV/W will be joining The Service Year & AmeriCorps Alums, DC Chapter in celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during George Washington University's Annual Day of Service and Leadership Event. We will meet at GW, listen to the key-note speaker, each lunch, and then participate in...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, December 15 - 11:45 AM 2019
Join KEEN's young adult athletes with disabilities for an hour of Zumba dancing and help them have fun and socialize.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, December 07 - 07:00 PM 2019
Join us for our biggest event of the year, bringing together hundreds of RPCVs and friends of all different ages and countries of service, and from all across the District-Maryland-Virginia area. This year's event will be held at Abigail, located near the intersection of 17th and M Streets NW. RPCV/W...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, December 05 - 05:30 PM 2019
Partner for Surgery was born out of a Peace Corps project in the rural village of Paquip, Guatemala in 1999. Since then, we have provided life-changing surgical care to over 20,000 of Guatemala's most isolated and impoverished people. We have also provided critical medical care to over 40,000 Guatemalans. Throughout...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, November 30 - 10:00 AM 2019
Join RPCV/W Hikes and come out in DC's very own aquatic gardens to help pick up trash and explore the park the Saturday after Thanksgiving and #Optoutside. Please plan to meet at the entrance of the park next to the parking lot at 10:00 a.m. Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, November 28 - 03:00 PM 2019
We have much for which to be thankful for. Celebrate thanksgiving with your RPCV/W family. Through generous donations, RPCV/W will provide the turkey and some side dishes, please feel free to bring your favorite dish to share. Address will be sent via email to those who rsvp.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, November 16 - 03:00 PM 2019
Join the RPVC-led 501(c)(3) Global Education Ambassadors (GEA) for its second major fundraising event at DC-famous pub, The Saloon on U Street, in partnership with the Kamal Foundation! RSVP via Facebook and/or Eventbrite today! From 3pm to 6pm, we will feature the Saloon's famous food and drinks (with a percent of all...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, November 13 - 05:30 PM 2019
Interested in advancing international development? Want to put your cross-cultural skills to work? Come join us for a panel discussion with current USAID employees and recruiters from the Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI), Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA), and the Office of Food for Peace (FFP) who...
Event Type: Official
Monday, November 11 - 09:00 AM 2019
Join RPCV/W this Veterans Day and help prepare warm meals for neighbors living with life-challenging illnesses. Food & Friends was founded in 1988 by a small group of volunteers, and volunteers remain at the heart of their operation. They depend on thousands of volunteers to carry out their mission of...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, November 10 - 06:00 PM 2019
NOVA RPCV has a potluck in Northern Virginia every 3 months. Our next potluck is Sunday, November 10th 6-8pm in Reston, VA. Debra Pinkney recently returned as Peace Corps staff and will be presenting on the Peace Corps in Lesotho and Cameroon. Please click here to rsvp on the NOVA...
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, November 05 - 05:30 PM 2019
Want to join the RPCV/W board as a Director or Committee member? Or maybe just to meet the awesome folks who make all of your RPCV/W events possible? Join us at Wonderland Ballroom to learn how RPCV/W functions and how you can get involved. We look forward to welcoming you!
Event Type: Official
Friday, November 01 - 07:00 PM 2019
Want to read books by authors from all over the world and chat with friends over food and drinks? Come join us! We are a group of RPCVs that read works by a diverse set of authors and we meet mainly in Maryland on Fridays once a month. Next meeting...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, October 30 - 08:00 PM 2019
In the last 3 months, the number of refugees on the island of Lesvos, Greece has surged. Housing conditions are very poor and resources extremely limited. Fortunately, NGOs have provided some measure of relief. They offer services in education, recreation, health, hygiene and much more. Some depend almost completely on...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, October 23 - 06:00 PM 2019
Come celebrate the amazing food and culture of Columbia Heights with ¡Buen Provecho! A Taste of Columbia Heights, on Wednesday, October 23, from 6:00-9:00pm at participating restaurants in Columbia Heights. Proceeds support CentroNía’s high-quality, accessible, bilingual early childhood education and wrap-around supportive services for more than 2,400 DC area children and...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, October 21 - 07:00 PM 2019
Come out to another edition of Peace Corps Trivia Night at your local Peace Corps Bar, Exiles! Prizes awarded to the top 3 teams. Trivia night is always very popular, so come early to grab your table. Please RSVP so we know you're coming! Rules: Max of 5 people per...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, October 20 - 04:00 PM 2019
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN. Join RPCV/W for a fun afternoon of pumpkin carving! Please bring your own pumpkin, carving tools, stencils, and creativity! Oh and don't forget your picnic blanket, snacks to share, and a trash bag for the pumpkins' mess. The drum...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, October 19 - 02:00 PM 2019
NOVA RPCV and the RPCVW Hikes will host a kayaking trip at Occaquan Regional Park on Saturday, October 19th from 2-4pm. The Kayak rentals are $13.00 per hour for a single kayak and $16.00 per hour for a 2 person kayak. Please click on the link to the NOVA RPCV...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, October 17 - 05:00 PM 2019
Co-partners of Campesinas is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization that supports rural women, children and youth in El Salvador and Guatemala using a motto of “Learn, earn, lead”. Join us for this event and help raise funds for scholarships for children and youth and vocational training for women and youth. We...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, October 07 - 06:00 PM 2019
Join RPCV/W and Upwardly Global for the Speed Networking event for immigrant job seekers. RPCVs will work one-on-one with job seekers to provide general job interview practice and provide networking advice. Upwardly Global works to eliminate employment barriers for skilled immigrants and refugees, to help integrate this population into the U.S. professional workforce.
Event Type: Official
Thursday, October 03 - 06:00 PM 2019
Join other RPCVs for a fun and interactive discussion around steps you can take to understand and improve upon your personal finances. Regardless of whether you are seeking to retire early, buy a home, or working your way through student debt, this seminar will provide you with a 5-part framework...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, September 28 - 06:30 AM 2019
Start your day off right with RPCV/W as we serve breakfast to homeless and food insecure community members at So Others Might Eat (SOME). Opened as a small soup kitchen in 1970, SOME now provides 1,000 nourishing, hot breakfasts and lunches every day with help from nearly 10,000 volunteers a...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, September 24 - 06:00 PM 2019
Join RPCV/W at an upcoming career panel featuring RPCVs and career professionals working in U.S. based public health. The panelists will speak about their career path in this sector and share tips for job seekers. Additionally, we will speak about careers in public health and share information about the opportunity to get full...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, September 22 - 10:00 AM 2019
Join NPCA, RPCV/W, the Kennedy Center, and the "A Towering Task" documentary team for a landmark event celebrating the service of Peace Corps Volunteers everywhere. What to expect? Global Citizen Day, Sunday, September 22, 10am-6pm, at "Studio F" in the REACH Center Get your REACH timed entry tickets for documentary...
Event Type: Official
Friday, September 20 - 05:30 PM 2019
Join RPCV/W, NPCA and director of the Peace Corps documentary "A Towering Task," Alana DeJoseph for drinks and conversation. This event at Exiles creates the rare opportunity for us to talk with and ask questions of Ms. DeJoseph about the documentary before she shows it to the general public. As...
Event Type: Official
Monday, September 16 - 06:00 PM 2019
We invite you to attend the official kick-off event where you will be introduced to your mentor/mentee(s) and get to know each other over refreshments. We will also discuss what is expected of you and how the mentoring program will unfold in the coming months. We will talk about the mentoring topics,...
Event Type: Official
Friday, September 06 - 07:30 PM 2019
This year's East Coast Career Fair Happy Hour will take place at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park in Northwest DC. Afterward, RPCV/w will be hosting an informal networking and Happy Hour at Haydee's Restaurant in Mount Pleasant. We hope you can join us!
Event Type: Official
Thursday, September 05 - 05:00 PM 2019
RPCV/W invites you to a resume review leading up to the upcoming DC RPCV Career Conference! Participants in RPCV/W's resume review will have the opportunity to get feedback on their resume, practice their interview skills, and network with RPCV/W representatives, other professionals and job seekers. Agenda: 5:00-5:15 - Reviewer Representatives and...
Event Type: Official
Friday, August 30 - 07:05 PM 2019
Join us for our annual Peace Corps night out at the ballpark. Tickets can be purchased at a discounted price at https://groupmatics.events/event/PeaceCorps2019. If you are interested in participating in the Parade of Nations before the game, be on the lookout for a sign-up email from RPCV/w a couple weeks before the...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, August 20 - 05:30 PM 2019
Come join RPCV/W at the upcoming professional development career panel featuring RPCVs working at non-profit organizations in Washington, DC. The panelists will speak about their organization, path to success and share tips for job seekers. The panel will be held at Peace Corps HQ (Shriver Hall) on Tuesday, August 20th...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, August 18 - 04:00 PM 2019
How did your Peace Corps service impact the course of your life, career, and community? Join us at RPCV-owned Exiles bar for a weekend happy hour (errr, can we still call it that on the weekend?). Sign up here for a 15-minute slot to share your story for @peopleofpeacecorps and -- wait for it...
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, August 18 - 10:00 AM 2019
Here is a chance to participate in a free, outdoor yoga class on a Sunday morning. Come out and enjoy an hour-long class in a relaxed atmosphere, with positive energy, and (hopefully) sunshine with a breeze.
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, August 17 - 12:00 PM 2019
Do you miss food from your country of service? Just want to try food from all over the world? Join fellow RPCVs at Freedom Plaza on Saturday, August 17 for the cultural food festival. Meet us at noon by the statue of Marion Barry (Pennsylvania & 13 1/2 St). FREE...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, August 15 - 07:00 PM 2019
Join us for an upcoming cyber security event! https://github.com/edeo/cryptoparty_dc/blob/master/08_15_19.md
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, August 11 - 09:15 AM 2019
Wake up and clean up the Anacostia River while kayaking on a glorious summer morning! RPCV/W will help Boating In DC with their ongoing effort to collect trash floating along the river and by the boathouse. This activity will be guided and includes a safety orientation. Spots for this event are...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, August 07 - 06:30 PM 2019
Let's enjoy some music and waterfront views this summer at the Wharf! Max Impact (the Air Force band) will play at 6:30 at the stage across from Cantina Bambina. Look for a Peace Corps symbol/sign to find our group!
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, August 07 - 06:00 PM 2019
"Seeking wheat. Have sheep." Come play Settlers of Catan and other Board Games with the RPCV/w community at The Airedale in Columbia Heights. Happy Hour until 7 pm! Due to limited space, we will be capping this event at 30 RSVP's. Register today!
Event Type: Official
Saturday, August 03 - 04:00 PM 2019
CrossFit is constantly varied high-intensity functional movement. If you're curious about trying CrossFit, now's your chance! CrossFit DC is partnering with RPCV/W to provide a free CrossFit class to RPCVs and non-RPCV Veterans in the DC area. Coach Jessi Bellama (RPCV Bangladesh & Georgia) will lead this class consisting of a warm-up, a traditional...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, July 31 - 05:00 PM 2019
Mabuhay! The Peace Corps Alumni Foundation for Philippines Development invites you to our Summer Happy Hour. Join us for an evening of connection and fun with Philippines RPCVs and other Philippines enthusiasts! We will provide snacks, door prizes and pasalubong for the batch with the greatest attendance. Salamat po at...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, July 29 - 05:30 PM 2019
RPCV/W is hosting a can’t-miss event for current RPCV jobseekers. Participants will have a number of opportunities to practice their interview skills; review their resume with RPCV/W mentors, including HR representatives, hiring managers and recruitment professionals; and learn powerful tips to getting that dream job! For more professional development,...
Event Type: Official
Monday, July 15 - 06:00 PM 2019
Come enjoy some time with our NoVa RPCVs in Arlington! CourtHaus Social is an American biergarten that offers a 4-7 happy hour and half-priced snacks on Mondays. And it's just a block from the Courthouse metro station! Read more on the CourtHaus Social website. Hope you can join us!
Event Type: Official
Saturday, July 13 - 11:00 AM 2019
It's BBQ season! The 2019 annual RPCV/w BBQ will be held on Saturday, July 13 and this year, RPCV/W will support a new venue for a very good cause. Our brand new location is the Earth Conservation Corps' Pump House, right on the water in Navy Yard. Event rental proceeds—part...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, July 10 - 06:00 PM 2019
Join HIAS Action DC for an informal happy hour at Wunder Garten - 1101 First St NE, Washington, DC 20002. We'll enjoy happy hour refreshments together and spend some time getting to know each other.***While this event is free, we ask that participants consider bringing a pre-loaded SmartTrip card, Uber...
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, June 23 - 02:00 PM 2019
Weather permitting, we're going to have a Sunday Funday on the National Mall. Bring a picnic blanket, food and drink, and your favorite lawn game. Whether you want to sit and chat or play and be active, we look forward to seeing you. Meeting point information is pictured below-- we...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 22 - 01:45 PM 2019
By The People is a free arts and dialogue festival in Washington, DC. The 2019 festival runs from June 15-23, with programming for all ages, including massive art installations, pop-up performances, curated dialogues, augmented reality artwork, and more. The festival is organized by Halcyon, a nonprofit that supports civic-minded artists...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 22 - 09:00 AM 2019
Come help RPCV/W care for young trees in Washington, DC! As a part of Casey Trees' Tree Care Kit program, we will be helping with weeding, mulching and watering vulnerable trees and give them a leg up in becoming an important part of our growing tree canopy. Note: Casey Trees...
Event Type: Official
Monday, June 17 - 06:30 PM 2019
Join NPCA and affiliate group Friends of Guatemala for the DC showing of ABRAZOS by Luis Argueta, an internationally acclaimed Guatemalan filmmaker and the winner of NPCA's 2019 Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award. The showing will be followed by a panel discussion with the director himself! The event will be held on...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, June 17 - 06:00 PM 2019
Come celebrate Pride Month with RPCV/w and SPECTRUM at Haydee's. Rainbows, glitter, wigs suggested, but not required.
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, June 11 - 05:30 PM 2019
Interested in learning about the career paths of RPCV women from various professional sectors, including how they came to their current leadership roles? Join us (be sure to RSVP below!) for our upcoming Career Panel, hosted by the RPCV/W professional development committee, to hear career advice, expand your professional network,...
Event Type: Official
Friday, June 07 - 01:30 PM 2019
HHS Returned Peace Corps Volunteers PRESENTS: A Conversation with the Peace Corps Director and the CDC Chief Medical Officer Featured Speakers: Dr. Jody K. Olsen Director, Peace Corps Dr. Mitch Wolfe Chief Medical Officer, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Topic: A conversation between Dr. Olsen and...
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, June 02 - 03:00 PM 2019
Join us as we pay our respects to JFK at Arlington National Cemetery. We will meet at the Visitors Center at 3 pm. After brief remarks from Peace Corps Director Jody Olsen and others, we will walk together to JFK's flame. The program for this event can be found here....
Event Type: Official
Thursday, May 30 - 06:00 PM 2019
In conjunction with this year's NAFSA Conference to be held in DC, come enjoy an evening of networking with members of NAFSA, the largest association of international educators. It's a great opportunity for RPCV/W members to glean tips on how to engage with the international education sector. We also invite...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, May 18 - 03:00 PM 2019
A Peace Corps Museum? It's About Time! Join us to learn about the Museum of the Peace Corps Experience and how you can get involved. Drinks and snacks provided. Programming will start at 3:15.
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, May 14 - 05:30 PM 2019
RPCVs and ExPats, recently and not-so-recently returned alike, are welcome to share, learn and mingle at this unique event. RPCV/W and Nextpat will join forces to host this storytelling happy hour on Tuesday, May 14th at Wonderland Ballroom in Columbia Heights. Come grab drinks and some tips on how better...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, May 11 - 11:15 AM 2019
Please join RPCV/W for a fun day of sports coaching with KEEN. Volunteers will work one on one with young athletes with disabilities to help them participate in specialized activities. Please make sure you register for the event with KEEN, the link will be provided upon signing up for this...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, May 07 - 05:30 PM 2019
Interested in a career in Foreign Affairs or Diplomacy? Join us for the upcoming RPCV/W career panel to grow your professional network. RPCV panelists from the State Department and USAID working in the Foreign Affairs or Diplomacy sector will respond to questions from the moderator and the audience. Informal...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, May 04 - 10:30 AM 2019
Join us for an Embassy Open House Tour. We will meet outside of the Costa Rica embassy and will be visiting 4-5 embassies of countries that Peace Corps has served in.
Event Type: Official
Thursday, April 25 - 06:30 PM 2019
Event Overview: Members of RPCV/W are invited to attend a free professional development workshop at Exiles Bar on U St on Thursday, April 25, 6:30-8:30. We’ll spend the first half of the workshop mapping your personal and professional trajectory to identify where your passions and skills intersect. And when we...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, April 16 - 06:00 PM 2019
Come celebrate the beginning of Spring with another RPCV/w Happy Hour. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the RPCV/w Happy Hour has been moved to Exiles Bar (only a 7 minute drive from the original venue). We apologize for this late change, but we look forward to seeing you there. Thank you!
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, April 16 - 05:30 PM 2019
Members and friends of RPCV/W are welcomed to attend a FREE resume review event. HireStrategy, a top-ranked staffing firm, has partnered with RPCVs over the years to provide resume review tips and job searching in DC. You must RSVP to attend because space is limited for the event. We will spend the first...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, April 14 - 10:00 AM 2019
Spring has sprung in Washington, DC and all around people are getting out to enjoy the area's beautiful green parks. Come help keep Rock Creek Park green by joining RPCV/W and the DC AmeriCorps Alums during the Rock Creek Conservancy's 11th Annual Extreme Cleanup event. We will be removing trash and debris from...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 13 - 11:00 AM 2019
Spring is here! Join us for a Cherry Blossom potluck picnic. Bring a dish to share from your country of service or whatever you would like. We will get some tables close to the ANA stage. There will be live music! We will send an email closer to the event...
Event Type: Official
Friday, April 12 - 07:00 PM 2019
Join us for The Peace Corps Today: In Conversation with Director Jody Olsen on Friday, April 12th at 7pm. This is part of the Silver Spring Town Center Inc. (SSTCi) Film and Lecture Series. SSTCi Executive Director Lisa Martin will join Peace Corps Director Jody Olsen in a conversation about the Peace Corps today,...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, April 09 - 05:30 PM 2019
Interested in a career in International Development? Join us for RPCV/W's first career panel of the year. Panelists working in the International Development sector will respond to questions from the moderator and the audience. Informal networking to follow the event. Panelist representation from Government Agencies and the Private Sector: USAID, Creative...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 06 - 10:00 AM 2019
Please note that this event is FULL. You must be registered via Eventbrite in order to attend. Are you looking to buy a home in 2019, but don’t know where to start? Are you worried that you don’t have enough saved for a down payment? Do you want to put...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 06 - 09:30 AM 2019
Please join us in learning more about civic leadership with DC Tutoring & Mentoring Initiative and help them canvass to recruit community volunteers to tutor and mentor DC area youth.
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, March 26 - 06:30 PM 2019
Profs and Pints presents: Outsiders Wreak Havoc in Africa, with Elizabeth Schmidt, professor of history at Loyola University Maryland and author of Foreign Intervention in Africa after the Cold War.To outsiders, the word Africa often conjures up images of a continent in crisis, a place riddled with war and corruption...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, March 21 - 06:00 PM 2019
This year, Peace Corps-HQ is hosting the DC-based RPCV Career Fair on Thursday, March 21, at the U.S. Department of Labor (200 Constitution Ave NW), connecting RPCVs with their future employers. RPCV/W invites you to continue your networking (and fun) by joining us on Thursday, March 21 at 6PM for...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, March 21 - 03:00 PM 2019
Economically empowering women is essential to realize women’s rights and to achieve broader development goals such as economic growth, poverty reduction, health, education and welfare. Yet disadvantages and discrimination faced by women and girls continue to severely limit their ability to lift themselves out of poverty. In the Nordic countries,...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, March 09 - 10:30 AM 2019
Are you looking to buy a home in 2019, but don’t know where to start? Are you worried that you don’t have enough saved for a down payment? Do you want to put together a plan to buy a home in the future? Please join us on Saturday, March 9...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, March 06 - 06:00 PM 2019
Come join us for our March Happy Hour, at Sospeso on H Street!
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, February 26 - 07:00 PM 2019
Come out to another edition of Peace Corps Trivia Night at the famous Wonderland Ballroom! We will have an extended Happy Hour and prizes to the winners. Last year was very popular, so please come early to grab your table. Rules: Max of 5 people per team 7 rounds, 10...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 23 - 10:00 AM 2019
Please join RPCV/W in helping We Are Family, DC deliver groceries to vulnerable senior citizens around the Columbia Heights area.
Event Type: Official
Thursday, February 21 - 05:30 PM 2019
Job hunting in DC or thinking about switching to a new company, sector or even an entirely new field? Want to get some perspective and advice from your fellow RPCVs? Well then, come on out to RPCV/W's first Speed Networking event of 2019! Speed Networking will be held at Exiles...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 09 - 10:30 AM 2019
UPDATE: This event is full. Are you looking to buy a home in 2019, but don’t know where to start? Are you worried that you don’t have enough saved for a down payment? Do you want to put together a plan to buy a home in the future? Please join...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, February 06 - 06:00 PM 2019
Come join us for the first RPCV/w Happy Hour of 2019 at our new partner bar, Exiles, on U Street.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, January 26 - 07:00 AM 2019
The Multilingual Education Fair of DC, now with 100 exhibitors and close to 1000 registered attendees, is looking for 60 volunteers from 7am - 3pm on Sat, Jan. 26th. Volunteers will also need to attend orientation on Thurs, Jan. 24th from 6-8pm EDT at the Thurgood Marshall Center. Volunteers will...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, January 21 - 10:00 AM 2019
Help us in making this MLK Day not just a day off, but a day on! We will be joining the AmeriCorps Alums DC in participation at George Washington University's day of service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King jr. SPACE IS LIMITED! SIGN UP BY DEC. 24TH, 2018! ...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, January 20 - 03:40 PM 2019
Martin Luther King Celebration at 3:40 pm on Sunday, January 20th at the Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation (1441 Wiehle Ave., Reston, VA 20191)The event will include fantastic gospel singing in a special Voices of Inspiration program sponsored by the Reston Martin Luther King, Jr. Church and hosted by the Northern...
Event Type: Member-Created
Friday, January 18 - 05:30 PM 2019
UPDATE: The entire event is at capacity. Looking forward to seeing you there! *** During this year's National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) National Days of Action in Support of the Peace Corps, NPCA and RPCV/W will recognize and support the members of our community that are active and passionate about a...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, December 12 - 05:30 PM 2018
Join RPCV/W and Upwardly Global for the Mock Interview & Speed Networking event for immigrant job seekers. RPCVs will work one-on-one with job seekers to provide general job interview practice and provide networking advice. Upwardly Global works to eliminate employment barriers for skilled immigrants and refugees, to help integrate this population into the...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, December 02 - 05:00 PM 2018
*Please note this event has moved to Sunday, December 2 at 5 pm due to expected bad weather Saturday night. Come join the Cultural Committee for one last cultural event in 2018. We will spend the evening in the zoo admiring the exhibits and lights. A group of us are...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, November 22 - 03:00 PM 2018
Join us for our annual Courtney Dunham Memorial Thanksgiving Dinner! Along with our RPCV/W community, we invite Med-Evac PCVs currently in the area. Turkey will be provided and we ask that guests bring a side dish, dessert or drinks. Please sign up to bring a dish here. This event is held in...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, November 17 - 06:00 PM 2018
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, November 15 - 05:30 PM 2018
Current RPCV/W Mentoring Program participants and anyone interested in the future iterations of the program are invited to come enjoy happy hour drinks and food at Stoney's on L. Connect with your mentor/mentee, meet and network with folks in the program, or just enjoy the excellent RPCV company. See you...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, November 13 - 06:00 PM 2018
Join us at this laid-back spot for some RPCV bonding time in the hip and happening Columbia Heights neighborhood. Free live music will start at 9pm. See you there!
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, November 13 - 06:00 PM 2018
Please join us for an evening tour given by our own Vice President, Chelsea Milko. The thirty-minute tour is a behind-the-scenes look at live broadcasting in radio, television, and the Internet in several of our more than 40 languages. The tour will be followed by a question and answer session...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, November 07 - 05:30 PM 2018
Join women from various sectors as they discuss their journeys to leadership! We are honored to feature as panelists: Donna Barnes, CEO, DHB Wellness & Associates, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Howard University Kimberly Flowers, Director, Humanitarian Agenda & Global Food Security Project, CSIS Margaret McLaughlin, Ed.D, retired Director, Leadership...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, November 06 - 07:00 PM 2018
Please join RPCV/W to watch the midterm elections results at Recessions. Happy Hour has been extended for our group until 9 PM! Programming note: For those of you who have never been to Recessions, the bar is located in the basement, and the door to the bar is between Mackey's...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, November 04 - 11:00 AM 2018
Come join us for brunch and free admission to the National Museum of Women in the Arts. We will have brunch at Old Ebbitt Grill at 11:00 am before taking a short walk to the National Museum of Women for the 1:00 pm tour of "Fierce Women" which will highlight...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, November 03 - 08:00 AM 2018
My son's language immersion school, Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Public Charter School, through a KaBoom! grant, will be hosting a playground build for the children pre-K3 to kindergarten (ages 3-5). Along with the school administrators and some parents I am requesting some of my RPCV community to lend a...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, November 01 - 06:30 PM 2018
Stop by our monthly board meeting to learn how RPCV/W gets things done! We will be opening up both our October and November board meetings as we recruit for board positions that will be opening at the end of this year. Side note: technically our board meetings are always open...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, October 27 - 11:00 AM 2018
Please join RPCV/W as we assist A Wider Circle during their National Community Service Week event, Project Sparkle. A Wider Circle is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to help individuals and families rise out of poverty. They work in partnership with those they serve to make sure that every child...
Event Type: Official
Friday, October 26 - 12:00 PM 2018 through October 28, 2018
Matthews Arm Campground is the closest campground in Shenandoah National Park to Washington DC and offers amenities like flush toilets, drinking water and dump stations, creating a comfortable camping experience. It is the last weekend the campground is open for the fall.I've reserved group campsite D165, which has space for...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, October 25 - 05:00 PM 2018
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, October 21 - 06:00 PM 2018
Returned Peace Corps Volunteers who served in West Africa, including Senegal, Mali, Mauritania, Guinea, are invited to join us for FUWANA’s (Fula Women Association of North America) West African Lunch Fundraiser to celebrate the durable partnership with our diverse community organizations and RPCVs. Friends of RPCVs and others are welcome...
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, October 21 - 04:00 PM 2018
Join RPCV/W as we carve and decorate pumpkins. Please bring your own pumpkin and we will provide the carving tools. Feel free to also bring decorations and whatever else you'd like to use to decorate your pumpkin. We also suggest you bring a blanket, as the ground might not be...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, October 21 - 12:00 PM 2018
The date and time for the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Friends of Jamaica Peace Corps Association (FOJPA) has been set for October 21, 2018 at 12:00 PM EST. The AGM will be held over conference call via an app called Bluejeans. Anyone interested in attending the meeting should email the President...
Event Type: Member-Created
Friday, October 19 - 08:00 PM 2018
Come out for a fun Friday night full of live music and dancing! This event is presented by Multiflora Productions as part of their annual month-long DIY music festival that happens at multiple venues in DC. Everyone is responsible for purchasing their own ticket(s). RPCV/W will not be purchasing tickets...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, October 11 - 04:30 PM 2018
Ever wanted to learn more about how to get more involved with RPCV/W? Come grab a drink and learn more about different board positions and committee member opportunities.
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, October 09 - 12:00 PM 2018
Join the Peace Corps Community for Refugees and show your support for refugees and immigrants in the Washington, D.C. area at "Standing Together: A Dialogue on Refugees & Immigration with the 2018 USA Teacher of the Year". Following an informal reception, we will hold a one-hour forum in the auditorium...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, October 06 - 02:00 PM 2018
Please join us for the annual PorchFest in Adams Morgan. Our afternoon will be spent at different porches listening to local music and meeting local musicians and artists. More details will be sent to participants the week of the event.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, October 06 - 01:30 PM 2018
As you may have seen, RPCV/W is hosting a cultural event attending the Adams Morgan Porch Fest. The group organizing the Porch Fest, Cultural Tourism DC, is in need of volunteers to help the event run smoothly. Volunteers can serve during one of the two shifts, from 1:30pm to 4:15pm or...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, September 29 - 11:00 AM 2018
I am presently in Boston but this mapping in Tanzania event in Bloomingdale through the GW Humanitarian Mapping Society may be of interest to RPCVw members: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dc-map2endfgm-tickets-50515407945 Join us in mapping to support the Crowd2Map campaign to end Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Tanzania. All mappers are welcome, and a...
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, September 25 - 05:30 PM 2018
Join RPCV/W and RPCV Career Conference attendees for a fun networking event to cap-off the conference. We will convene at the Front Page, close to PC HQ. This will be a great opportunity for RPCVs recently returned and longtime DC residents alike to connect. See you there!
Event Type: Official
Monday, September 24 - 06:00 PM 2018
Please join us to celebrate Peace Corps Night at Nationals Park on Monday, September 24, as the Washington Nationals take on the Miami Marlins. Opening ceremonies start at 6:10 p.m. EST. Festivities include the Peace Corps Parade of Nations. Friends and family are welcome and encouraged to attend, so please...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, September 23 - 01:00 PM 2018
Come out and join RPCV/W for a co-event with NOVA RPCV. We will meet at Blackwall Hitch Restaurant at 1 pm where we will meet for drinks and lunch before heading to the festival together.
Event Type: Official
Sunday, September 23 - 11:00 AM 2018
Come out to the DC State Fair! We will meet right outside the Waterfront metro on the green line at 11 am and someone will be there holding a Peace Corps sign. During the fair, we plan to grab a bite to eat and walk around to see the different...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, September 22 - 09:00 AM 2018
During the month of September, we remember the tragedy that was September 11th. Throughout the month individuals and organizations serve in their communities to honor those who died that day and to promote peace. Please join RPCV/W and the DC AmeriCorps Alumni as we give back in memory of September...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, September 18 - 06:00 PM 2018
RPCV/W Mentoring Program is hosting a laid-back night for beer, bites & games for mentors and mentees to get together!
Event Type: Official
Sunday, September 09 - 03:00 PM 2018
Come join us for a Sunday afternoon at Renwick Gallery and see the amazing Burning Man exhibit before it leaves D.C.
Event Type: Official
Thursday, September 06 - 05:30 PM 2018
Join panelists from the public and private sectors as they discuss their international careers based in DC! Confirmed panelists come from DAI, the State Department, the Department of Health and Human Services, and public health consulting.
Event Type: Official
Thursday, August 30 - 09:30 AM 2018
Are you an RPCV with active NCE? Looking for a job with the federal government? Come to the HUD career fair on August 30! Please note that to attend you MUST register at surveymonkey.com/r/2018HUDHiring Resumes and supporting documents (i.e. NCE letter) should be sent to recruitment@hud.gov by August 24, 2018. RSVPing...
Event Type: Official
Monday, August 27 - 06:00 PM 2018
We invite you to attend the official kick-off event where you will be introduced to your mentor/mentee(s) and get to know each other over refreshments. We will also discuss what is expected of you and how the mentoring program will unfold in the coming months. We will talk about the mentoring topics,...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, August 23 - 11:00 AM 2018 through August 26, 2018
Each year, the National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) holds the Peace Corps Connect conference. This year it will be held in the Pocono Mountains in Shawnee, Pennsylvania! RPCV/W will be taking two vans from the DMV area up to the conference and back. Please join us and reserve your spot...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, August 19 - 02:30 PM 2018
Want to improve your physical or mental health? Want to get in tune with your body? Come join other RPCVs for a free 2-hour yoga workshop on Sunday, August 19, at 2:30pm at the Mt. Pleasant Library. RPCV/W’s Wellness Coordinator will lead a 1-hour yoga class, which will be followed by an hour...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, August 19 - 09:30 AM 2018
Wake up and clean up the Anacostia River while kayaking on a glorious summer morning! RPCV/W will help Boating In DC with their ongoing effort to collect trash floating along the river and by the boathouse. This activity will be guided and includes a safety orientation. Spots for this event are...
Event Type: Official
Friday, August 17 - 04:30 PM 2018
Please join RPCV/W and NoVa RPCVs for one more evening of the Jazz in the Garden this summer. The band will be 3Divas (swing piano trio). For more information, visit nga.gov/press/jazz. We will be meeting in the shade near the big red sculpture that is hard to miss. The National Gallery Sculpture...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, August 14 - 05:30 PM 2018
How do you make sure you’re asking for the right salary? What can you do to get the best possible offer from a prospective employer? What are some ways to overcome common obstacles like nerves or answering salary questions too soon? Develop your salary negotiation strategies now in an interactive workshop!...
Event Type: Official
Monday, August 13 - 05:30 PM 2018
Join your fellow Washington-based RPCVs at Haydee's Restaurant in Mt. Pleasant for this fun social event!
Event Type: Official
Saturday, August 04 - 07:00 PM 2018
RPCV/W invites you to put on your dancing shoes and join us for a fun night out on Saturday, August 4! This is a great event for dancers of all levels. Please join us at 6:45 pm and look for Carolina holding the RPCV sign. You can find more information here.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, July 28 - 10:00 AM 2018
Calling all our RPCV history buffs! Join us for our another Summer Singles Series event. We will be doing a guided hike through Rock Creek Park and learn about the Civil War. This is a free event but we will have a guide. We recommend bringing a few dollars of cash...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, July 18 - 05:00 PM 2018
Trying to beat the heat? Come to our icebreaker Summer Singles Series happy hour at Franklin Hall. We’ll be playing all the cheesy icebreakers you remember (and probably used at your site!) Don’t be shy and bring friends. Non-RPCVs are welcome. Post below if you have a favorite icebreaker that...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, July 17 - 06:30 PM 2018
Looking to land that first job in DC? Want to get some perspective from your fellow RPCV community? Come out the first Speed Mentoring event of the summer. The event will be held at Bravo Bravo and will consist of a brief overview of the RPCV/W Mentoring program followed by...
Event Type: Official
Friday, July 13 - 07:30 PM 2018
Please join us on Friday, July 13, at 7:30 pm for a movie screening of Coco at Farragut Square. The movie will start at sunset. We will have an RPCV sign to make it easier for people to find us. More information can be found at https://goldentriangledc.com/golden-cinema-2018/
Event Type: Official
Friday, July 13 - 07:00 PM 2018
Want to discuss books from all over the world with other RPCVs? We've started a small book club that meets in MD and northern DC. Come enjoy some good stories, faraway places, good food and good company! The next book for July is from Mongolia-- The Blue Sky by Galsan...
Event Type: Member-Created
Friday, July 13 - 07:00 PM 2018
If you're interested in being a part of the new RPCV book club, join the Facebook group! That's where you'll hear about the chosen book for the month, the location, and date. Come imbibe and discuss with us! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1674146685995305/
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, July 12 - 06:00 PM 2018
Join RPCV/W and Upwardly Global for the Mock Interview & Speed Networking event for immigrant job seekers. RPCVs will work one-on-one with job seekers to provide general job interview practice and provide networking advice. Upwardly Global works to eliminate employment barriers for skilled immigrants and refugees, to help integrate this population into the...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 30 - 11:30 AM 2018
Come on out to the Smithsonian Folklife Festival! We will meet by the Smithsonian Metro on the National Mall at 11:30 and will grab a bite to eat at the festival before perusing the Catalonian and Armenian booths. You can find out more about this year's festival here.
Event Type: Official
Thursday, June 28 - 05:30 PM 2018
Share your health and wellness story in our upcoming story slam. Please contact secretary@rpcvw.org if you plan to share your story at the event and for more details.
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Saturday, June 23 - 05:45 PM 2018
Have a few hours to spare? Women Empowering Women of RPCV/W has the perfect opportunity for you! Join us at this month's serving at Calvary Women's Services. We will provide a meal for their first dinner shift as part of our monthly commitment to the organization. Calvary Women’s Services empowers...
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Saturday, June 23 - 12:00 PM 2018
This year we will be holding the event at the Congressional Cemetery, one of the most unique event places in DC! Located a few blocks from the Potomac Ave Metro, off the blue/orange/silver lines. This is a family event and one of the biggest of the year. We will have...
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Friday, June 15 - 05:00 PM 2018
Join us on Friday, June 15th for Happy Hour at Jazz in the Garden with RPCVs from RPCV/W and NOVA RPCV!June 15 - Michael Thomas Quintet - Traditional Jazz This is a free event and it does get busy early. Show up early, bring a blanket for sitting, and look...
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Monday, June 11 - 06:00 PM 2018
June is RPCV/W's Health & Wellness Month. All month long we are partnering Women Empowering Women, Health Justice for Peace Corps Volunteers, NPCA, and the Peace Cops Story Podcast to bring you events and activities focusing on health and wellness. Join RPCV/W Community Service in making self-testing kits during Whitman-Walker...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 09 - 03:00 PM 2018
Seeking relaxation and stress relief? Come join wellness Coordinator Alle Kamela and fellow RPCVs in a Sound Bath Meditation at Take Five Meditation near DuPont Circle on June 9th at 3pm. Sound bath meditation is the use of ancient vibrational tools that offer a sound massage for the body, mind...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 09 - 02:00 PM 2018
Come join us for a screening of the film "City of Jade" Click on the link to find out more about the film and to view the trailer. We will meet at 1:45 pm by the Freer Information desk.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 09 - 12:00 PM 2018
Volunteer Orientation for RPCV who are interested in teaching Spanish to small children. St. Ann’s Center is recruiting for one or two adult female volunteers over the age of 21 years old to teach very basic Spanish to 2 ½ year olds – 4 year old children at St. Ann’s...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, June 07 - 05:30 PM 2018
A former Wall Street Journal Correspondent for over 30 years and a Pulitzer Prize finalist in International Reporting, Mr. Thurow is currently a senior fellow with the Chicago Council on Global Affairs. He will share insights about entering a career in international development and policy. The event will be a...
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Wednesday, June 06 - 04:30 PM 2018
Come join Peace Corps HQ’s Spectrum and RPCV/W as we celebrate Pride 2018 together! Everyone welcome! Questions? Contact spectrum@peacecorps.gov
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Tuesday, June 05 - 05:30 PM 2018
Join Tyler Lloyd of My Peace Corps Story Podcast to learn how to effectively convey your Peace Corps stories of health and wellness. On June 28th, in collaboration with NPCA's Health Advocacy Day, we are hosting a Peace Corps Stories of Health: Story Slam. More details will follow soon. This...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 02 - 02:00 PM 2018
This June, RPCV/W is hosting a series of health and wellness events. Come practice yoga taught by a fellow RPCV followed by deep relaxation. Experience the many benefits of yoga nidra, or "yogic sleep", an immensely powerful meditation technique and one of the easiest yoga practices to develop and maintain....
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Saturday, May 26 - 06:30 PM 2018
We have an exciting opportunity for you to support a community service initiative coordinated by Women Empowering Women (WEW) of RPCV/W. For this event you will assist in preparing and serving a meal at Calvary Women’s Services. This is the third time members from the RPCV/W community have engaged with...
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Tuesday, May 22 - 05:30 PM 2018
Join panelists from federal agencies & entrepreneurial organizations as they discuss their career trajectories and what it takes to be successful in D.C. tech! Among other topics, the panel will cover what a career in tech entails, how to transition to tech (even without a tech background), and how to...
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Monday, May 21 - 08:00 AM 2018 through May 24, 2018
The CARE National Conference is happening next week in Washington, DC and there ate many exciting free and ticketed events around international women and girls advocacy. Register today for the 2018 #CAREcon, where hundreds of people from around the world will meet in Washington, D.C. from May 21-23 to learn...
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, May 20 - 02:00 PM 2018
Join us as we pay our respects to JFK at Arlington National Cemetery. We will meet at the visitors center at 2pm and then walk together to JFK's flame. Then, join us afterward to raise a glass at Heavy Seas.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, May 19 - 03:00 PM 2018
The distillery tour and tasting is $15 and will take about an hour. It includes the tour, tasting of the products, and gratuity. We are limiting the event to 20 individuals (10 men and 10 women) to ensure a small, balanced group. Republic Restoratives is a women-owned distillery in Ivy...
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Thursday, May 17 - 05:30 PM 2018
Join us for a fun happy hour!
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Thursday, May 17 - 11:00 AM 2018
This workshop is specially designed for experienced fundraisers with a strong understanding of the basic fundamentals of grant writing who are looking for a way to polish existing skills and grow your grant writing game. During the half-day session we will use interactive exercises and discussions to help you better...
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Friday, May 11 - 07:00 PM 2018
Interested in traveling through literature, experiencing diverse voices with an enriching discussion? And, of course, we will plan for some refreshment too! We will be using the below TED talk about an author who read a book from every country and her list as a guide, but we can sprinkle...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, May 05 - 01:00 PM 2018
Come join us for an afternoon of fun! We will be visiting the embassies of Benin, Nepal, and Costa Rica as part of the annual Around the World Embassy Tour. Please visit any other embassies you'd personally like to see, before joining us outside of the Embassy of Benin at...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, May 05 - 10:30 AM 2018
Join us for our Spring Yoga Series! From Dharma to laughter yoga, we invite you to relax, laugh, and breathe! There is no cost to attend. Space is limited to 20 RPCV/w members. Non-RPCVw members will be waitlisted and contacted two days prior to the event. Check your membership status...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, May 01 - 06:00 AM 2018
The Yoga Retreat aims to teach the practical application of yoga along with the philosophy behind this physical, mental and spiritual discipline. It’s a perfect foundation course for anyone considering to become a yoga instructor.You will leave the retreat feeling rejuvenated and energized. This retreat is designed for people who...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, April 30 - 05:30 PM 2018
Spring has sprung and it's time to leave the house for our Summer Single Series! This series will provide an opportunity for RPCV/W singles to meet each other in fun, relaxed environments. We will be doing activities like speed dating, picnicking, and more. Join us for our kick-off event to learn...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 28 - 02:00 PM 2018
Potluck Picnic! Bring a dish from your service country. Also, bring games to share.
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Thursday, April 26 - 07:00 PM 2018
Victor Pimentel, Tico 24, will be exhibiting his art work at the "MAGNIFY" showcase by Raw Artists D.C. A sale of 20 tickets covers Vitor's spot in the exhibit. The tickets are only $22 and need to be sold by Thursday April 19th in order for him to participate. If...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, April 26 - 06:00 PM 2018
Join us for a fun night of karaoke at the Ugly Mug! Bring your friends!
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 21 - 04:00 PM 2018
We're gathering multi generations of Jamaica RPCVs this April in Washington, D.C. to meet and celebrate with our newest returned volunteers and to help build their local networks as they re-enter the U.S.Come join us at...Date: 21 April 2018Time: 4:00pm - 8:00pm EDTThe Pitch Tavern4015 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011, USARSVP at https://www.servejamaica.org/events/dc-spring-happy-hour or email info@servejamaica.org
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, April 19 - 05:30 PM 2018
Join NOVA RPCVs and RPCV/W at Earl's Kitchen and Bar for a fun joint Happy Hour.
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, April 18 - 05:30 PM 2018
Join our distinguished panelists on Wednesday, April 18th at Peace Corps Shriver Hall for a discussion on how to make the most out of your first 5 years in government. Pending final confirmation, panelists will join us from the State Department, Legal Services Corporation, and Young Government Leaders.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 14 - 10:00 AM 2018
Spring has sprung in Washington, DC and all around people are getting out to enjoy the area's beautiful green parks. Come help keep Rock Creek Park green by joining RPCV/W during the Rock Creek Conservancy's 10th Annual Extreme Clean event. We will be removing trash and debris from the trails in the park...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 14 - 09:00 AM 2018
Join us as RPCV/W and American University's School of International Service host a 2-day International Development Consulting Seminar with former International Consultant John Holley. Mr. Holley has more than 40-years experience in international consulting and will teach you what it takes to become successful in the field. Please note that this...
Event Type: Official
Monday, April 09 - 05:30 PM 2018
Spring has sprung and it's time to leave the house for our Summer Single Series! This series will provide an opportunity for RPCV/W singles to meet each other in fun, relaxed environments. We will be doing activities like speed dating, picnicking, and more. Join us for our kick-off event to learn...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 07 - 10:30 AM 2018
Are you looking to buy a home in 2018, but don’t know where to start? Are you worried that you don’t have enough saved for a down payment? Do you want to put together a plan to buy a home in the future? Please join us on Saturday, April 7th...
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Saturday, March 31 - 10:30 AM 2018
Join us Saturday, March 31st for our Annual Cherry Blossom Festival Picnic by the Tidal Basin! We'll be there early to get a spot but we encourage you to come between 10:30 am - 2:30 pm to hang out.
Event Type: Official
Friday, March 30 - 05:30 PM 2018
During the month of March we honor all the important contributions women have made and will make to improve our world. In order for women to create positive change we need to help lift them up so they can own their gifts and strengths. Calvary Women’s Services offers housing, health,...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, March 29 - 07:00 PM 2018
Join Anna Badkhen for a reading and discussion of her latest book, Fisherman's Blues. Once upon a time fishermen who launched their pirogues from the coast of Senegal could dip their hands into the ocean and pull out fish as big as their thighs. But in an Atlantic decimated by...
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, March 27 - 07:00 PM 2018
The first major contemporary novel translated from Kurdish, by the most pre-eminent living writer from this ever-important Middle Eastern region. Iraqi Kurdistan at the turn of the twenty-first century is a territory ruled by strongmen, revolutionaries, fixers, bureaucrats, and the "Barons" who control everything from livestock and land to Kurdish...
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, March 27 - 05:30 PM 2018
Join your RPCV/W family at The Front Page for a fun Happy Hour.
Event Type: Official
Sunday, March 18 - 12:45 PM 2018
Join us for our Spring Yoga Series! From Dharma to Laughing yoga, we invite you to relax, laugh, and breathe! There is no cost to attend. Space is limited to 20 RPCV/w members. Non-RPCVw members will be waitlisted and contacted two days prior to the event. Check your membership status...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, March 15 - 07:00 PM 2018
RPCV/W is looking for dedicated professionals to help support our organization and give back to others by sharing their experiences. We are in the process of recruiting mentors and mentees to participate in our 2018 Mentorship Program. Come join us at Froggy Bottom Pub & Restaurant on March 15th from...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, March 15 - 04:00 PM 2018
Prize-winning journalist Rania Abouzeid talks about her eye-opening book, which tells the tragedy of the Syrian War through the dramatic stories of four young people seeking safety and freedom in a shattered country. Beginning with the first rumblings of dissent in 2011, No Turning Back dissects the tangle of ideologies and allegiances...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, March 12 - 05:30 PM 2018
Join your RPCV/W family at Haydee's Restaurant for a fun Happy Hour.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, March 10 - 10:30 AM 2018
Are you looking to buy a home in 2018, but don’t know where to start? Are you worried that you don’t have enough saved for a down payment? Do you want to put together a plan to buy a home in the future? Please join us on Saturday, March 10th...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, February 27 - 07:00 PM 2018
Come test your general knowledge at the Wonderland Ballroom February 27th at 7 PM with the RPCV/W crew. There will be 7 rounds of 10 questions each with an overall Peace Corps theme to the evening. There is a max of 5 people per team. Wonderland will be sponsoring our event with...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 24 - 12:00 PM 2018
RSVP is required for this special event. Reserve your spot today — only five total openings. Celebrate Black History Month by joining RPCV/W Culture on a private, small group, guided tour of the African American Museum of History and Culture. Once you've RSVP'ed, the RPCV/W Culture Director will be in...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 24 - 11:00 AM 2018
The operational heart of being a part of the Peace Corps family is service. This February show some love for your neighbors by serving others and building community. Join RPCV/W as we help community members find what they need to triumph over poverty with A Wider Circle. A Wider Circle is...
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Thursday, February 22 - 05:30 PM 2018
Come meet the 2018 RPCV/W Board of Directors during happy hour. Our various directors for Social, Community Service, Professional Development, Communications, Outreach, Development, etc. will be around to talk about RPCV/W and our goals as a non-profit, our plans for this year, and address any questions, suggestions, or feedback that you...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, February 18 - 12:00 PM 2018
Come celebrate the Chinese New Year by having lunch with fellow RPCVS in Chinatown on the parade route followed by watching the annual parade outside. Lunch will pay your own way. RSVPs are required. Location: Downtown Chinatown, more details will be given to those who RSVP.
Event Type: Official
Monday, February 12 - 05:30 PM 2018
All RPCV/W members are invited to come out for our first Happy Hour of the year at Bravo Bravo this coming Monday, 2/12 from 5:30 on. Located at 1001 Connecticut Ave. NW and only a 10-second walk from the Farragut North Metro, this spacious salsa club is just what you need to spice...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, February 01 - 07:30 PM 2018
Back from Peace Corps but unsure what to do next? Join RPCV/W for a complimentary screening of the short documentary, "The Quarterlife User Manual" and a discussion with its director, Rob Montz. About the Director: Mr. Montz is a director at We the Internet TV, an online political comedy and news...
Event Type: Official
Monday, January 15 - 09:45 AM 2018
The operational heart of being a part of the Peace Corps family is service. In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King jr.’s great service to civil rights and to the United States, Martin Luther King Day has become a day of community service. Take the time this holiday weekend to...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, January 10 - 06:00 PM 2018
Please join for an RPCV-led informal presentation and question & answer session around financial planning topics, such as retirement planning, student loan payment, employer benefits, insurance, and saving. Content will be relevant for RPCVs at all career stages, from "just off the boat" returners to those nearing retirement.
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, December 14 - 06:00 PM 2017
This Happy Hour is for everyone who is participating in or interested in participating in the mentoring program. Stop by Haydee's in Mount Pleasant to meet up with your mentor or mentee, or to learn how to get involved in the next round of matching!
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, December 12 - 06:00 PM 2017
Come join us at Ten Thousand Villages of Alexandria to shop in support of this organization while purchasing handmade fair trade gifts. 10-20% of your purchase dollars will be donated directly to RPCV/W.
Event Type: Official
Sunday, December 10 - 10:15 AM 2017
The operational heart of being a part of the Peace Corps family is service. Take the time this holiday season to serve others and build community. Join RPCV/W as we serve lunch to homeless and needy at So Others Might Eat (SOME). Opened as a small soup kitchen in 1970,...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, December 02 - 07:00 PM 2017
Make sure to join us for our biggest event of year, bringing together hundreds of RPCVs and friends of all different ages and countries of service, and from all across the District-Maryland-Virginia area! This year's event will be held at 201 Bar near the Union Station Metro on Saturday, December...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, November 29 - 06:00 PM 2017
The gala is coming up on December 2nd and the development committee is focused on soliciting underwriters and silent auction items. We encourage members to volunteer and support the success of the holiday gala by helping gather 3-5 donated items (values of $25+). Consider donating or asking local businesses, restaurants,...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, November 23 - 03:00 PM 2017
Join us for our first annual Courtney Dunham Memorial Thanksgiving Potluck! Along with our RPCV/W community, we'll also be inviting Med Evac PCVs in the area. Turkey will be provided and we ask that guests bring a side dish, dessert or drinks. Please sign up to bring a dish here. RPCV/W...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, November 18 - 09:00 AM 2017
Spread the community giving this Thanksgiving season and serve your neighbors living with life-challenging illnesses. Join RPCV/W to help prepare home meals with other RPCVs. Food & Friends works to foster a community caring for those living with HIV/AIDS, cancer, and other life-challenging illnesses by preparing and delivering specialized meals and...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, November 14 - 06:00 PM 2017
The gala is coming up on December 2nd and the development committee is focused on soliciting underwriters and silent auction items. We encourage members to volunteer and support the success of the holiday gala by helping gather 3-5 donated items (values of $25+). Consider donating or asking local businesses, restaurants,...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, November 13 - 05:00 PM 2017
Stop by Bravo Bravo on November 13th to learn more about GIS from members of the Red Cross international services team. Learn how you can contribute to the open street map project and assist on Humanitarian Open Street Map tasks. The mapping community here in DC is a great one...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, November 11 - 06:00 PM 2017
Dance Salsa. Support Education in Nicaragua.Is there a better way to spend your Saturday night?On Saturday, November 11th Help Educate, a nonprofit started by RPCVs, will host our 8th Annual Noche de Salsa event from 6-9 PM at Meze in Washington, DC. Join us for dancing - including salsa lessons -...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, November 11 - 09:30 AM 2017
Join Service Year Alliance, The Mission Continues, and The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs as we work to revitalize the Langston Terrace Community. The scope of the project will be to clear the area and prepare it for installation of playground equipment, build park benches and tables, and other projects...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, November 08 - 06:00 PM 2017
Please join us (over wine and cheese) to learn about pursuing a career in nonprofit consulting. The dynamic discussion will feature the insights of Rachel Branaman (RPCV Namibia 2009-11 ) who is the principal consultant for her own consulting business, Talem Consulting (www.talemconsulting.com). Rachel works with clients around the U.S. on institutional sustainability,...
Event Type: Official
Monday, October 30 - 06:30 PM 2017
At a moment when our citizens are more divided than ever, service year programs like AmeriCorps, the Peace Corps, Teach for America, and YouthBuild bring Americans together in common purpose to tackle pressing challenges and transform their own lives. Please join Service Year Alliance’s Washington, D.C. chapter Monday, October 30th, 6:30...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, October 28 - 08:30 AM 2017
Join us on a crisp autumn morning for a trail project with Potomac Appalachian Trail Club. PATC will lead us to a work site to assist with rebuilding the erosion control on the lower end of the Whittier Trail and working on cribbing on the nearby Valley Trail. It should be...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, October 25 - 05:30 PM 2017
Want to join the RPCV/W board? Join us for a casual reception and information session on how RPCV/W functions and how you can get involved. Click here for job descriptions. We look forward to welcoming you!
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, October 24 - 07:00 PM 2017
Join us on Tuesday, October 24th to celebrate Zambian Indepence Day with Returned Peace Corps Volunteers, Zambian Nationals, and friends of Zambia! Everyone is welcome and invited to participate in the festivities and celebrate Zambian culture. It's a potluck! Bring your favorite Zambian relish or American dish to share. We...
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, October 24 - 05:00 PM 2017
Co-partners is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization that supports rural women, children and youth in El Salvador and Guatemala using a motto of "Learn, Earn, Lead". Join us for this event and help raise funds for scholarships for children and youth and vocational training for women and youth. Support us in...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, October 11 - 05:30 PM 2017
This Happy Hour is for everyone who is participating in or interested in participating in the mentoring program. Stop by Judy's near U street to meet up with your mentor or mentee, or to learn how to get involved in the next round of matching!
Event Type: Official
Friday, October 06 - 05:00 PM 2017
A few of us are going to be on the patio at The Wonderland Ballroom today distributing apparel and yoga mats to those who had preordered them, so we figured why not make it an impromptu happy hour and invite the whole group? So come by, bring a friend and...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, October 05 - 06:30 PM 2017
The Board of Directors meet each month to conduct business. Following adjournment, visitors may make presentations and deliver announcements. All board meetings are open to the public. We kindly ask that you email Chris at president@rpcvw.org or call 202-681-7428 ahead of time so we can welcome you.
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, September 30 - 08:00 PM 2017
Do something fun, connect with different communities, and give back all at the same time! The Super Spectacular Comedy Show for Service is a fun filled comedy night and benefit extravaganza, featuring local stand up comedians and storytellers with service backgrounds; including the U.S. military, the Peace Corps, and AmeriCorps....
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, September 26 - 05:30 PM 2017
Peace Corps Headquarters will play host to hundreds of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers during the RPCV Career Conference in Washington, DC from Monday, September 35, 2017 to Thursday, September 28, 2017. To welcome home our RPCV’s from the field and help them practice their elevator pitches, we'll be holding a networking...
Event Type: Official
Friday, September 22 - 05:30 PM 2017
Free Beer and Wine! We've partnered with CDK for a happy hour on Friday, September 22nd from 5:30 to 9 at the Uline Arena near the Noma Metro in the new Spaces Noma coworker space. Bring your friends and meet some new ones at this months social happy hour.
Event Type: Official
Sunday, September 17 - 10:30 AM 2017
Clean up the Anacostia River while kayaking on the last Sunday of summer! RPCV/W will help Boating In DC and the American Canoe Association with their ongoing effort to collect trash floating along the river and by the boathouse. This activity will be guided and includes a brief safety orientation. Spots for this event...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, September 14 - 06:00 PM 2017
Please join us (over wine and cheese) for an exciting professional development opportunity that is a continuation of the theme of the Women in Leadership. The dynamic discussion will feature the insights of Liz Fanning (RPCV Morocco, 1993-95) who is the Founder and Executive Director of CorpsAfrica. Liz works to create the opportunity...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, September 12 - 05:00 PM 2017
This Happy Hour is for everyone who is participating in or interested in participating in the mentoring program. Stop by Haydee's in Mount Pleasant to meet up with your mentor or mentee, or to learn how to get involved in the next round of matching!
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, August 29 - 07:00 PM 2017
Please join us to celebrate Peace Corps Night at Nationals Park on Tuesday, August 29, as the Washington Nationals take on the Miami Marlins. Click here to purchase tickets in the Peace Corps section. Ticket options: $44 - Outfield section 104 - Includes $15 concession stand credit $17 - Scoreboard...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, August 29 - 04:30 PM 2017
Please join us to celebrate Peace Corps Night at Nationals Park on Tuesday, August 29, as the Washington Nationals take on the Miami Marlins. Click here to sit in the Peace Corps section. Opening ceremonies start at 7p.m. EST. Festivities include the Peace Corps Parade of Nations. Friends and family...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, August 27 - 12:00 PM 2017
This year we will be holding the event at American University Washington College of Law which is located a few blocks from the Tenleytown Metro. This is a family event and one of the biggest of the year. We will have delicious food, including hamburgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers, potato...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, August 13 - 11:00 AM 2017
Come fly with RPCV/W at our first Sip 'n Stretch!! Yoga Fusion is conveniently located just three walking minutes from Bethesda metro. Do you feel like stretching, releasing compression from your spine, and having fun flying too? The aerial yoga practice will bring expansion into the spine and heart, while...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, July 29 - 11:30 AM 2017
I organized a wine tasting with some friends, including RPCVs, and rented a minibus to take as about. We have room for a few more people. If interested please email: joshuahcole@gmail.com. 11:30 Minbus will leave the Roslyn Metro station. The clock begins at 11:30 regardless of we leave on time. So...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, July 19 - 06:30 PM 2017
Join RPCV/W and Upwardly Global for a workshop for skilled immigrant job seekers. RPCVs will work one-on-one with job seekers to provide general job interview advice and review resumes. Upwardly Global works to eliminate employment barriers for skilled immigrants and refugees and integrate this population into the professional U.S. workforce.
Event Type: Official
Sunday, July 16 - 05:30 PM 2017
Interested in science, tech and youth education in your country of service? Come to the International Robot “Olympics” for high school-age students at Constitution Hall from July 16-18. Attend the Opening Ceremony and/or volunteer as a Team Ambassador. 160 nations are participating in this year’s FIRST Global Challenge, each with...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, June 29 - 06:30 PM 2017
It’s time for another Potluck Dinner! Bring a dish from your country of service and spend some time with your fellow RPCVs. A kitchen will be available to prep your food and heat up dishes if needed. Please BYOB! Don’t forget to RSVP and sign up here for the dish...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, June 27 - 06:30 PM 2017
Are you looking for your first job out of Peace Corps, a new job, or to switch to a new company or field? Come by for our Speed Mentoring event! Mentors will be available to help RPCVs with resume review and other career advice in short one on one...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, June 27 - 05:30 PM 2017
Author and RPCV/W member Richard O'Brien discusses and answers questions about the 108 women who have served as their nation's respective Presidents or Prime Ministers. The stories, struggles, careers and accomplishments of several of the most notable and least recognized of these women will be featured. O'Brien's will discuss his...
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, June 25 - 09:30 AM 2017
Clean up the Anacostia River while kayaking on a glorious summer Sunday! RPCV/W will help Boating In DC and the American Canoe Association with their ongoing effort to collect trash floating along the river and by the boathouse. This activity will be guided and includes a safety orientation. Spots for this event are limited....
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 24 - 05:00 PM 2017
We're gathering multi generations of Jamaica RPCVs this June right here in DC! To meet and celebrate with our newest returned volunteers + help build their local networks as they re-enter the U.S
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, June 22 - 08:30 PM 2017
Join Friends of Morocco in remembering fasting for Ramadan Iftar at the Marrakech Restaurant DC 2147 P Street NW Washington, DC 20037 on Thursday, June 22 starting at 8:37 pm. Menu is dates, eggs, harira soup, bakherire (Moroccan pancake) sefoufe (almond-semolina cake) and shabakia (honey and sesame cookie). Cost $18....
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, June 22 - 09:30 AM 2017
What does it mean to be included? Part of the whole. A seat at the table. A name on the ballot. A belief considered. A voice heard. Join us for TEDxAmericanUniversity on June 22nd as we explore stories of leadership, listening, and coming together in an increasingly divided world. As...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, June 21 - 05:00 PM 2017
Join us for Peace Corps Night at DC United against Atlanta United! Come to our pregame happy hour at Trustys or carry a flag in the pregame parade of nations. Buy your tickets here. Participate in Peace Corps’ Parade of Nations at the game by carrying a flag from a country where...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 17 - 06:00 PM 2017
The entire Fijian and Peace Corps Fiji communities are invited to come together to celebrate South Pacific customs and culture, Peace Corps service and to give back to Fiji. Proceeds from this year’s Gala will go towards development projects in Fiji sponsored jointly by Friends of Fiji and the Fijian...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, June 15 - 05:00 PM 2017
Come on out to H Street Country Club Thursday, June 15th and enjoy happy hour specials from 5:00pm to 8:00pm! $3 Modelo, $3 Corona, and $5 Margaritas will surely make for a great evening!UPDATE: The putting green has been pulled out from under us! Plenty of drinks still to be had at...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 10 - 04:30 PM 2017
Interested in carrying your country's flag in this year's Capital Pride Parade? Complete this form to let Peace Corps know https://goo.gl/forms/niRnwMiNhZM5IEUx1 This is open to all RPCVs, HQ staff, and their friends and families. Join us in marching in the Pride parade and carry your host country’s flag. We only have...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, June 06 - 05:30 PM 2017
Join RPCV/W as we team up with the Peace Corps’ Office of Third Goal and Returned Volunteer Services to present a panel of RPCV Women in Leadership positions sharing their experiences in the private, public, not-for-profit, and entrepreneurial sectors followed by a Q & A. This is an open...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, June 01 - 07:30 PM 2017
Is the face of America making you feel like a jerk in the international arena these days? Feel even more compelled to pretend you're from Canada than you did under the Bush years? Do you dream about Obama being the president as a dreamy diplomatic rock star every night, and...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, June 01 - 06:30 PM 2017
The Board of Directors meet each month to conduct business. Following adjournment, visitors may make presentations and deliver announcements. All board meetings are open to the public. We kindly ask that you email Chris at president@rpcvw.org or call 202-681-7428 ahead of time so we can welcome you.
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, June 01 - 06:30 PM 2017
Co-partners of Campesinas is a small, all-volunteer organization that works with women and youth in El Salvador and Guatemala using a motto of " Learn, Earn, Lead". We seek a social media savvy addition to our board. Please call or write for additional information. Meetings are monthly on Wednesdays at 6:30...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, June 01 - 05:00 PM 2017
In celebration of Pride Month, Spectrum would like to invite you to a Pride Meet and Greet. Stop by to catch up with Spectrum members, Peace Corps staff, and RPCV's. Hope to see you all there!
Event Type: Official
Sunday, May 21 - 02:00 PM 2017
Please join us as we celebrate John F. Kennedy, founder of the Peace Corps. The Wreath Laying ceremony will take place at his memorial in Arlington National Cemetery. We will meet at the cemetery's Visitors Center, share our thoughts, and walk to the memorial to pay our respects. Then we'll...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, May 18 - 05:45 PM 2017
Let's get YAPPY.May's RPCV/W Happy Hour isn't just for you, it's also for your favorite four-legged friend(s) the brig public beergarden is located in the Capitol Riverfront neighborhood of Capitol Hill in Washington, 5 blocks from Eastern Market metro on lower 8th Street (Barracks Row) near the Navy Yard and 8...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, May 11 - 05:00 PM 2017
This Happy Hour is for everyone who is participating in or interested in participating in the mentoring program. Stop by Froggy Bottom to meet up with your mentor or mentee, or to learn how to get involved in the next round of matching!
Event Type: Official
Monday, May 08 - 06:00 PM 2017
*Many of the countryside shots in "Angkor Awakens" were filmed at Peace Corps sites between 2012 and 2013. Grab a friend and watch the premiere of "Angkor Awakens" at E Street Cinema. Q&A with Director Robert H. Lieberman follows all screenings on May 7th and 8th. Film Description From the...
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, May 07 - 07:30 PM 2017
*Many of the countryside shots in "Angkor Awakens" were filmed at Peace Corps sites between 2012 and 2013. Grab a friend and watch the premiere of "Angkor Awakens" at E Street Cinema. Q&A with Director Robert H. Lieberman follows all screenings on May 7th and 8th. Film Description From the...
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, May 07 - 04:30 PM 2017
*Many of the countryside shots in "Angkor Awakens" were filmed at Peace Corps sites between 2012 and 2013. Grab a friend and watch the premiere of "Angkor Awakens" at E Street Cinema. Q&A with Director Robert H. Lieberman follows all screenings on May 7th and 8th. Film Description From the...
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, May 07 - 01:30 PM 2017
*Many of the countryside shots in "Angkor Awakens" were filmed at Peace Corps sites between 2012 and 2013. Grab a friend and watch the premiere of "Angkor Awakens" at E Street Cinema. Q&A with Director Robert H. Lieberman follows all screenings on May 7th and 8th. Film Description From the...
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, May 07 - 01:00 PM 2017
Come meet representatives from dozens of local organizations looking for volunteers and get involved with the causes that matter to you! Opening remarks by Congressman Jamie Raskin! Click here for flyer Engage with dozens of groups, including: Interfaith Action for Human Rights Mobile Med MoCo Civil Rights Coalition MoCo Humane Society...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, May 04 - 07:00 PM 2017
It's been a tough year so far in the LGBTQIA community. The Trump administration is filled with horrifying appointments: Ben Carson once compared homosexuality to bestiality; Jeff Sessions once attempted to prevent an LGBT event from taking place in Alabama (he lost); Mike Pence once tried to prevent gay people...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, May 04 - 06:00 PM 2017
Join us for a drink and a financial planning seminar tailored for and delivered by RPCVs. Topics will address navigating workplace retirement programs, student loan repayment options, savings for down payment, and personal budgeting.
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, April 29 - 03:00 PM 2017
Join us and the Fallen Peace Corps Volunteers Memorial Project to honor the 304 women and men who have sacrificed their lives while pursuing the Peace Corps mission. You can view the program here.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 29 - 10:00 AM 2017
As RPCVs, we know that people in developing countries, most of whom are smallholder farmers, are suffering and will suffer the most from climate change. One way we might continue to serve them is by advocating for action on this end. To that end, the new NPCA affiliate group, RPCVs for...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, April 22 - 09:00 AM 2017
Join us on Saturday, April 22nd for an Earth Day event held in partnership with Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens and the Anacostia Watershed Society. We will spend the morning removing invasive plants, picking up trash, planting native plants, and performing other park projects. There are only 9 spots available....
Event Type: Official
Friday, April 21 - 03:30 PM 2017
Interested in a career working for a mission-driven that specializes in research and program implementation in the fields of health, social and environmental policy, climate change, and international development? Join RPCV/W as we present a panel of RPCV’s sharing their experiences working at Abt Associates followed by a Q & A...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, April 20 - 05:45 PM 2017
District Karaoke and RPCV/W are teaming up to bring you our first Sing Along Happy Hour! The premise is super simple... Come and drink with your favorite friends after work, and every 15 minutes or so we'll play a song more than 50% of the crowd will likely know to...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, April 13 - 07:30 PM 2017
Learn how companies in diverse industries are taking new approaches to global corporate social responsibility and sustainability—from creating innovation hubs, to supporting local supply chains, to building local workforce capacity—and find out how development-minded professionals can make a positive impact by working for, or partnering with, the private sector.The Organization...
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, April 11 - 06:30 PM 2017
Click here to RSVP and submit your story. We're partnering with the DC Service Year Alliance Chapter for a powerful night of story telling, both from those who serve, and those who have been affected by service. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. RSVP on their website.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 08 - 10:00 AM 2017
Bring your family and friends to the Tidal Basin! We'll head out early and stake out a couple picnic tables in front of the Tidal Basin Festival Stage. We'll stick around well into the afternoon. Bring frisbees, footballs, kites and blankets to sit on. Start time is around 11 am...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, April 06 - 07:30 PM 2017
Do you ever feel like you're living in a religiously tolerant time and place, where everyone is treated equally and fairly? Where people aren't judged based on their particular faith, but on the content of their character? Where your friends and neighbors can practice their religion in a free...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, April 06 - 06:30 PM 2017
The Board of Directors meet each month to conduct business. Following adjournment, visitors may make presentations and deliver announcements. All board meetings are open to the public. We kindly ask that you email Chris at president@rpcvw.org or call 202-681-7428 ahead of time so we can welcome you.
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, April 06 - 05:30 PM 2017
Join RPCV/W as we team up with the Peace Corps’ Returned Volunteer Services division to present a panel of RPCV’s sharing their experiences in the Emergency Management, DOD, Humanitarian Aid sectors followed by a Q & A. This is an open event as long as you register on the RPCV/W...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, March 30 - 06:00 PM 2017
Please join the DC Board for Indego Africa to support women entrepreneurs in Rwanda and Ghana. All proceeds go to education programs for women in leadership, entrepreneurship and business development. Learn more about Indego Africa here: http://www.indegoafrica.org
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, March 28 - 06:30 PM 2017
WEATHER UPDATE Due to the snow and the storm, we've decided to reschedule the speed mentoring event to 3/28, same time and place, 6:30 at Judy's restaurant.Sorry to have to cancel but it seems like the best move to make sure everyone stays safe and we get the best turnout...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, March 21 - 05:30 PM 2017
RPCV/W would like to cordially invite all of our recently returned Peace Corps volunteers that are in town for the East Coast Peace Corps to join us at the Froggy Bottom Pub & Restaurant for a Happy Hour. This will be a great opportunity to let loose, meet some new...
Event Type: Official
Monday, March 20 - 08:30 AM 2017 through March 24, 2017
Whether you’re 3 months or 3 decades out of service, Peace Corps supports your job search and career development. This 4 day event starts by showing you how to be the best job candidate with hands-on workshops and ends with a career fair featuring approximately 50 employers. Also, check out...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, March 05 - 11:15 AM 2017
Help prepare a nutritious meal and serve to approximately 25 residents with RPCV's at Calvary Women's Services. Please sign up ASAP! RPCV/W can only accommodate 8-10 volunteers. Calvary Women's Services: Calvary Women’s Services offers housing, health, employment and education programs that empower homeless women in Washington, DC to change their...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, March 02 - 07:30 AM 2017
JOIN GRASSROOTS COMEDY DC FOR A STAND-UP COMEDY BENEFIT FOR THE CHESAPEAKE CLIMATE ACTION NETWORK! Ah, spring. When the breeze is soft and warm, the birds are chirping, and the sun feels as fresh as the morning dew. There's just one problem: it's WINTER. Climate change (or global warming, global...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, February 23 - 05:30 PM 2017
Interested in a career working for a Non-Governmental Organization? Join RPCV/W as we team up with the Peace Corps Office of the Third Goal to present a panel of RPCV’s sharing their experiences in the NGO sector followed by a Q & A session. This is an open event as long as you register...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 18 - 11:30 AM 2017
Come together and meet others like you who served in Central America. This month of February, make a new friend, who knows, you may have visited your service's neighboring country and or plan to visit sometime soon. Well, come to the Centroamérica Brunch eat and be merry. There will also...
Event Type: Member-Created
Friday, February 10 - 05:30 PM 2017
Stop by Philos Bar on Friday 2/10 after the NDI Panel to meet up with other RPCV's for a couple of of drinks. We'll have a group there from 5:30pm onward, with happy hour prices until 7 pm. Check out their menu here: https://www.philosdc.com/drinksandhh/
Event Type: Official
Friday, February 10 - 04:00 PM 2017
Interested in a career working for a nonprofit, nonpartisan, organization like the National Democratic Institute? Join RPCV/W as we present a panel of RPCV’s sharing their experiences in the nonprofit sector followed by a Q & A session. This is an open event as long as you register on the RPCV/W...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, February 09 - 04:00 PM 2017 through February 12, 2017
Member Login Required Join us for a special ski trip with the Ski Club of Washington DC (SCWDC). Click here for a complete description of this three-day excursion If you want to go, click send RSVP below and we'll email you a discount code for a $40 discount on the...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, February 07 - 07:00 PM 2017
National Peace Corps Association is a proud partner of Service Year Alliance, an organization teaming up with advocates, communities, higher education, companies, and more to make a year of paid, full-time service — a service year — a common expectation and opportunity for all young Americans. Service Year Alliance is...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, February 04 - 09:00 AM 2017
Spread the love this February and serve your neighbors living with life-challenging illnesses. Join RPCV/W to help prepare home meals with other RPCVs. Food & Friends works to foster a community caring for those living with HIV/AIDS, cancer and other life-challenging illnesses by preparing and delivering specialized meals and groceries in...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, February 02 - 07:30 PM 2017
Some say that laughter is the best medicine. Others say penicillin. Either way, we can all agree that immigrants and health care are two issues that have been caught in the crossfires of presidential politics lately and are being targeted by the new administration. HEADLINER TONY WOODS from HBO's Def...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, February 02 - 06:00 PM 2017
The Board of Directors meet each month to conduct business. Following adjournment, visitors may make presentations and deliver announcements. All board meetings are open to the public. We kindly ask that you email Chris at president@rpcvw.org or call 202-681-7428 ahead of time so we can welcome you.
Event Type: Member-Created
Friday, January 20 - 05:00 PM 2017
RSVP HERE Join the National Peace Corps Association in greeting RPCVs from all across the country, coming into town for Inaugural Weekend. Let's give them a warm welcome! RSVP HERE
Event Type: Official
Sunday, January 15 - 08:30 AM 2017
Member Login Required Join us for a special ski trip with the Ski Club of Washington DC (SCWDC). Click here for a complete description of this one-day excursion If you want to go, click send RSVP below and we'll email you a discount code to waive the $7 guest fee....
Event Type: Official
Saturday, January 14 - 10:30 PM 2017 through January 15, 2017
Join us for a special Balkan-style Membership Drive @Marx Cafe! Music and dancing will begin at 10:30pm on Saturday, January 14th, at Marx Cafe located at 3203 Mt Pleasant St NW, Washington, DC 20010. All are welcome! Please join RPCV/W as a First-Year Free member here: http://www.rpcvw.org/first_year_membership
Event Type: Official
Friday, January 06 - 08:00 PM 2017
Please join us for a special RPCV night at the Mosaic Theater on Friday, January 6th at 8pm to see the play “Charm”. The play details the story of Mama Darleena Andrews, a 67 year-old transgender woman and the inimitable etiquette instructor at “The Center,” an organization for Chicago’s homeless and...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, January 05 - 06:00 PM 2017
The Board of Directors meet each month to conduct business. Following adjournment, visitors may make presentations and deliver announcements. All board meetings are open to the public. We kindly ask that you email Chris at president@rpcvw.org or call 202-681-7428 ahead of time so we can welcome you.
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, December 10 - 10:00 AM 2016
Join RPCV/W, We Are Family, and members of the RPCVs@State employee association to deliver groceries to ~400 seniors in the Columbia Heights neighborhood! Meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Kelsey Apts, 3322 14th Street NW (1 1/2 blocks from the Columbia Heights metro). We will have a short orientation, then unload groceries and/or do...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, December 07 - 06:30 PM 2016
Are you looking for your first job out of Peace Corps, a new job, or to switch to a new company or field? Come by for our second Speed Mentoring event! Mentors will be available to help RPCVs with resume review and other career advice in short one on one...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, December 03 - 07:00 PM 2016
Members click here for Member-Priced Tickets Make sure to join us for our biggest event of year, bringing together hundreds of RPCVs and friends of all different ages and countries of service, and from all across the District-Maryland-Virginia area. This year's event will be held at the American University Washington...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, December 01 - 06:00 PM 2016
The Board of Directors meet each month to conduct business. Following adjournment, visitors may make presentations and deliver announcements. All board meetings are open to the public. We kindly ask that you email Chris at president@rpcvw.org or call 202-681-7428 ahead of time so we can welcome you.
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, November 21 - 08:00 PM 2016
Please join us for a special RPCV night at the Mosaic Theater on November 21st at 8pm to see the Obie Award winning play, Milk Like Sugar. The show details “powerful young women on the brink of maturity that ‘balances street with sweet, to entertaining and illuminating effect.’” Immediately following...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, November 20 - 12:00 PM 2016 through November 27, 2016
Greetings. I am very interested in taking an impact cruise to the Dominican Republic and would love to know if any others have interest so we can make it a group trip. Activities could include creating and delivering water filters, assisting a chocolate cooperative run by all women, teaching English...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, November 19 - 08:20 AM 2016
Join us on a crisp autumn morning for a trail project with Potomac Appalachian Trail Club. PATC will lead us to a work site to assist with widening a trail corridor by removing invasive plant species and making repairs to structures on the Holly Trail. We will meet at 8:20 AM (yes...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, November 17 - 05:30 PM 2016
Interested in a career in Diplomacy & Foreign Relations? Join RPCV/W as we team up with the Peace Corps Office of the Third Goal and Returned Volunteer Services to present a panel of RPCV’s sharing their experiences in the Diplomacy & Foreign Relations sectors followed by a Q & A...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, November 10 - 05:00 PM 2016
Come join Hands on DC on November 10 as we kick off the start of our volunteer season with a fundraising happy hour at Madam's Organ Blues Baron 18th Street in Adams Morgan! We invite all volunteers - past, present, and future - and friends to stop by and have a drink,...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, November 10 - 05:00 PM 2016
Drink for Education at Fado Irish pub in Chinatown! Buy a $10 wristband at the door to access drink specials. All proceeds from wristbands support students from Itiso Ward in Tanzania completing their high school education! Bring a friend and find out more about the fund, how to support a...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, November 09 - 07:00 PM 2016
Join fellow RPCVs for drinks, snacks, and shopping at Ten Thousand Villages in Old Town Alexandria on November 9th from 7-9 pm. RPCVs receive a 10% discount just in time for holiday shopping. Ten Thousand Villages is one of the oldest and largest fair trade organizations with more than 60...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, November 08 - 06:00 PM 2016
Come downtown and watch the results roll in... Happy hour prices all night...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, November 03 - 06:00 PM 2016
The Board of Directors meet each month to conduct business. Following adjournment, visitors may make presentations and deliver announcements. All board meetings are open to the public. We kindly ask that you email Chris at president@rpcvw.org ahead of time so we can get you in the building.
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, October 29 - 09:00 AM 2016
Join YGL, Young Government Leaders, for a community service event at Capital Area Food Bank's DC Warehouse. Our project will involve packing and sorting food products. The Capital Area Food Bank relies on dependable volunteers to help it carry out its mission of creating access to good, healthy food in...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, October 27 - 05:00 PM 2016
A fundraiser for a volunteer organization that works in El Salvador and Guatemala. Lauriol Plaza provides the food. You buy a drink(s) and Co-partners receives half of the take on drinks.
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, October 22 - 10:30 AM 2016
We will be decorating mini-pumpkins with residents—mostly adorable children—at A Wider Circle's Barry Farm location in southeast DC. A Halloween costume parade is also planned! What to bring: colored sharpies and/or paint + mini pumpkins. Donated children's Halloween costumes are also welcome. Several mini-pumpkins will be provided by RPCV/W. A Wider...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, October 13 - 05:30 PM 2016
Interested in a career in International Development? Join RPCV/W as we team up with the Peace Corps Office of the Third Goal and Returned Volunteer Services to present a panel of RPCV’s sharing their experiences in the International Development sector followed by a Q & A session. This is an...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, October 12 - 06:00 PM 2016
Just as violent extremism comes in many forms and affects people in every corner of the world, the actions that leaders are taking to address violent extremism are diverse and being employed in communities across the globe. Please join us as our international panel explores some of the ways that young...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, October 06 - 06:00 PM 2016
The Board of Directors meet each month to conduct business. Following adjournment, visitors may make presentations and deliver announcements. All board meetings are open to the public. We kindly ask that you email Chris at president@rpcvw.org ahead of time so we can get you in the building.
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, October 04 - 08:00 PM 2016 through October 05, 2016
Come join RPCV/W for happy hour followed by the Vice Presidential debate!Feel free to show up early though because Penn Social happy hour ( $2 off drafts, $5 rail drinks and $6 wine, and great food deals) officially starts at 4:00pm and goes through 7:00pm. $4 Sam Adams all night is...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, October 01 - 01:00 PM 2016 through October 03, 2016
We're looking for volunteers to help out with a community building festival in Adams Morgan October 1st and 2nd. We'll be filling Unity Park with hammocks and we've invited local artists, musicians, and vendors to participate. Our goal is to encourage different communities to get to know their neighbors and...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, September 26 - 06:00 PM 2016
Come join RPCV/W for happy hour followed by one of the most anticiapted debates of this election season!We have space reserved starting at 6:00pm. Feel free to show up early though because Penn Social happy hour officially starts at 4:00pm and goes through 7:00pm. There will be drink specials through the evening...
Event Type: Official
Friday, September 23 - 06:30 PM 2016
RPCV's from Kenya - Gather at my house after Friday's conference events. We'll have food, music and Tusker beer. My home is in the Mt. Pleasant neighborhood - approximately 2 miles from GW. Take Metro yellow or green line to Columbia Heights and walk 3 blocks west or hop...
Event Type: Member-Created
Friday, September 23 - 06:00 PM 2016
Idealists4Hillary + Kristina Owens and Wendy Owens, Co-Founders of PC to Politics, are excited to welcome: Aaron Williams, Former Director, Peace Corps and RPCV Dominican Republic Amb. Frank Almaguer, Former US Ambassador and Peace Corps Country Director for Honduras. Joel Rubin, Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State and RPCV Costa Rica...
Event Type: Member-Created
Friday, September 23 - 06:00 PM 2016
You're invited to a screening of the award-winning documentary film LIVING ON ONE DOLLAR. The film is set in Solola Guatemala and follows two students who want to experience firsthand the challenges of living on one dollar a day---the typical income for many rural Guatemalans. Their experiences will be familiar...
Event Type: Member-Created
Friday, September 23 - 05:30 PM 2016
All are welcome to Friends of Liberia's Meet & Greet on the occasion of Peace Corps' 55th Anniversary. Come meet your friends, make new ones, and learn about FOL's many programs, including our new Family Literacy Initiative that is completing its first-year pilot in Liberia. www.fol.org
Event Type: Member-Created
Friday, September 23 - 05:30 PM 2016
In celebration of current + former PCJ staff Trevor "Froggy" Chance and Craig Haynes visiting DC, and NPCA Peace Corps Connect Conference, FOJ is hosting an end of summer Happy Hour!Come have a Red Stripe (or two), chill to Reggae beats, and link up with other RPCVs, Jamaica supporters, and...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, September 22 - 06:00 PM 2016
Friends of Liberia, Friends of Mongolia and Friends of Ellen Paquette are welcome to join Friends of Morocco at a Buffet Dinner honoring Ellen Paquette, recently returned Peace Corps Morocco Director (and Liberia RPCV 1972-76) at the Marrakesh Restaurant DC 2147 P Street NW Washington, DC 20037 on Thursday, September...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, September 22 - 05:30 PM 2016
Please join us at Blackfinn Ameripub for a special happy hour fundraiser for Friends of Guinea. Meet up with other RPCVs and Guinea supporters. We'll provide wristbands at the door for a $10 donation, which will get you extended happy hour specials at the bar, and a chance to win...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, September 21 - 08:00 PM 2016
Join us on Wednesday, September 21st at 8pm for a performance of "Satchmo at the Waldorf" at the Mosaic Theater. The event is a part of “The Music of Peace,” a celebration of the International Day of Peace with National Peace Corps Association, Peacebuilding Connections, World Beyond War, Peace Alliance...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, September 21 - 09:00 AM 2016 through September 25, 2016
RPCV/W is honored to serve as a host group for Peace Corps Connect, and we want to see you there. Sept 12 is the last day to confirm your registration and participate in a nationwide conference showcasing the vitality of our community and how it continues to affect positive change. You can...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, September 20 - 05:30 PM 2016
Peace Corps Headquarters will play host to hundreds of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers during the East Coast National RPCV Career Conference in Washington, DC from Monday, September 19, 2016 to Thursday, September 22, 2016. To welcome home our RPCV’s from the field and help them practice their elevator pitches, we'll...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, September 18 - 10:30 AM 2016
Clean up the Anacostia River while kayaking on one of the last glorious days of summer! RPCV/W will help Boating In DC and the American Canoe Association with their ongoing effort to collect trash floating along the river and by the boathouse. This activity will be guided and includes a safety orientation. Spots...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, September 14 - 08:00 PM 2016
Come join us for Trivia Night at Solly's on U Street, Wednesday, September 14th! Trivia is free and starts around 8pm! Solly's will donate a percentage of their night's proceeds to support Pathways Togo, an organization supporting girls' education efforts in Togo, West Africa. We will also hold a raffle...
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, September 06 - 07:00 PM 2016
Fellow RPCVs and Friends! Friends of Jordan and Bloombars are teaming up to present an award-winning film and campaign to connect the world to refugees. You should definitely come see this. Here are the details: Salam Neighbor (2015, 75min), a film by Zach Ingrasci and Chris Temple, is an award-winning...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, September 01 - 06:00 PM 2016
The Board of Directors meet each month to conduct business. Following adjournment, visitors may make presentations and deliver announcements. All board meetings are open to the public. We kindly ask that you email Chris at president@rpcvw.org ahead of time so we can get you in the building.
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, August 20 - 10:00 AM 2016
RPCV/W joins Columbia Heights-based Words Beats & Life (WBL) for their monthly Our Block community clean-up. We'll help with trash removal and spray painting, among other tasks. Dress comfortably, bring lots of water, get ready to transform a neighborhood through service! Here's some fun stuff to get you excited about...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, August 17 - 06:00 PM 2016
Free appetizers and drink specials all night! Join us for drink specials and to hear some about RPCV/W's 2015-17 Partnership for Peace non-profit, Atlas Corps! Learn about the work of Atlas Corps in bringing fellows from around the world to work in non-profit organizations and social enterprises here in the...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, August 13 - 05:00 PM 2016
Join the Pathways Togo Board of Directors and other RPCVs for a small fundraiser at Kapnos Taverna out in Arlington! Come spend a Saturday with us enjoying extended happy hour specials and free appetizers in support of girls' education in Togo, West Africa. Learn more about our scholars and the...
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, July 31 - 12:00 PM 2016
Come spend a summer afternoon with fellow RPCVs and vote for next year's Board of Directors. We're returning to the site of our 2013 Summer BBQ - The National Zoo! The covered Picnic Pavilion is point #11 on the Zoo Map near parking lot D. Your ticket gets you 2 hours of...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, July 23 - 10:00 AM 2016
Event sold out! If you're still interested check out the RPCV/W Facebook group to see if anyone has an extra ticket to sell. Otherwise get your shades, SPF 30, and beverage of choice ready for a float down the Shenandoah! Here's the run of day:10:00am -10:30am: Meet, load and board...
Event Type: Official
Friday, July 22 - 07:00 PM 2016
Join the Women’s Empowerment employee resource group at Peace Corps Headquarters (also known as WE@PC) and for Peace Corps Night at the Washington Mystics and participate in the Parade of Nations. Tickets to the game must be purchased prior to registration ahead of time to participate in the Parade of Nations. Buy...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, July 20 - 11:30 AM 2016
Connect with fellow RPCVs, learn about careers at USDA, and enjoy a delicious grilled lunch! Please join RPCVs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture for our employee resource group official kick-off and launch event. Cookout is open to USDA RPCVs, friends and supporters including Peace Corps community members who are...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, July 16 - 03:00 PM 2016
Kalorama Park is a large playground in the heart of Adams Morgan next to Kalorama Recreation Center. Meet up with other RPCVW parents and kids and have fun! Meet at 'little kid' area playground. Also on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/600001733505054/
Event Type: Member-Created
Sunday, July 10 - 02:00 PM 2016
Join RPCV/W and Bread for the City for a quick Sunday afternoon produce sort! We will sort and pack donated produce into family-sized distribution packages for Bread for the City clients. Mission of Bread for the City: to provide vulnerable residents of Washington, DC with comprehensive services, including food, clothing,...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, June 30 - 05:30 PM 2016
Want to join the RPCV/W board? Join us for a casual reception and information session on how RPCV/W functions and how you can get involved. Click here for job descriptions. We look forward to welcoming you!
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, June 22 - 06:00 PM 2016
Join RPCV/W Mentoring for a fun, engaging, and productive evening of SPEED MENTORING! We already have confirmed Mentors from organizations and sectors such as: State Dept USAID Dept of Labor Dept of Ed Tech Consulting and Project Management The night begins around 6:00 pm with informal networking and complementary wine...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, June 19 - 12:00 PM 2016
Who: Anybody with a bike! What: A leisurely ride through Rock Creek Park, culminating in a snack or meal if interested. When: Sunday, June 19 at 12 pm - departing by 12:15 pm sharp. Where: Meet outside of Woodley Park Metro Stop (Red Line) ***RSVP required on this page*** If it is raining, the ride...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 18 - 03:00 PM 2016
DC RPCVs: Do you have a child or grandchild, and a desire to hang out and reconnect with fellow RPCVs that also care for "little ones"? We are confident that more than a few of you do. Our first Kiddie Happy Hour in May at Johnny Pistolas was a blast,...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, June 18 - 10:00 AM 2016
Columbia Heights has more RPCVs per capita than any other neighborhood on the planet, so naturally we'll be out with our banner and our member flyers spreading the word about RPCV/W and creating connections in the community. We need you to volunteer to join us for an hour at our...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, June 16 - 05:30 PM 2016
Kickoff the summer and join Young Professionals in Foreign Policy (YPFP) for our "Welcome to Washington" happy hour. Open to both our Young Professionals tier and Future Professionals tier, we welcome those who have recently come to DC for the summer! Come out and learn about YPFP, their upcoming activities and...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 11 - 04:30 PM 2016
1. RPCVs, HQ staff, and friends needed to carry host country flags at the annual Capital Pride Parade, June 11 Marchers needed! Join us in marching in the Pride parade and carrying a country flag. There's only one for each country, so first come, first served. If you have a particular flag...
Event Type: Official
Friday, June 10 - 07:00 PM 2016
Join us for the 4th DC Front Runners Pride Run 5K, an Official Event of Capital Pride. The chip-timed 5K race will be followed by a Finish Line Party, featuring beer for race participants, a live DJ, entertainment, and awards for the race's top performers. Funds raised from registrations and generous donations will go to...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, June 08 - 06:00 PM 2016
Atlas Corps is thrilled to partner with the U.S. Department of State, Meridian International Center, and Entrepreneurs' Organization on the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Professional Fellows Program. The YLAI Professional Fellows Program empowers entrepreneurs and civil society leaders to strengthen their capacity to launch and advance their entrepreneurial ideas and to effectively contribute...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, June 07 - 06:30 PM 2016
Join RPCV/W and Upwardly Global for a workshop with skilled immigrants. We'll be helping them with jobs search, resume, and interview skills. RPCVs will work one-on-one with job seekers to help draft and revise resumes and provide job search advice. Upwardly Global works to eliminate employment barriers for skilled immigrants and...
Event Type: Official
Monday, June 06 - 07:05 PM 2016
UPDATE: TICKETS SOLD! THIS OFFER NO LONGER ACTIVE. Through a very generous donor, RPCV/W has received two lower-level third baseline tickets to the Monday, June 6 Nationals vs. Cubs game! Normally $50 each, we're offering the pair to the first lucky buyer for $75, with all proceeds going to SMYAL...
Event Type: Official
Monday, June 06 - 05:00 PM 2016
Join RPCV/W for a special D.C. Pride Week Happy Hour and fundraiser to help support the Sexual Minority Youth Assistance League (SMYAL). Drink specials and signature cocktails. SMYAL supports and empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth in the Washington, DC metropolitan region. Through youth leadership, SMYAL creates opportunities...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, June 01 - 08:00 PM 2016 through June 02, 2016
Peace Corps’ Employee Resource Group HALO (Hispanic Association for Leadership and Opportunity) and the Office of the Third Goal & Returned Volunteer Services hope to see you at Peace Corps Night at DC United against the Seattle Sounders! Participate in Peace Corps’ Parade of Nations at the game by carrying a flag from a...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, May 24 - 05:30 PM 2016
UPDATE: Click here for pictures and a recap of the event Join RPCV/W to honor John F. Kennedy's service and inspiration for the Peace Corps, a tradition since 1984. We will gather near the benches outside the visitor center from 5-5:30, say some words, then head up to the gravesite...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, May 14 - 01:00 PM 2016
Do you want to learn and do more about refugee issues? RPCV/W is pleased to team up with First Hand: Refugee Talks & Wikimedia DC for a Wikipedia edit-a-thon on refugee issues. We will hear first-hand accounts from refugees and edit Wikipedia pages on refugee topics. ***Please bring your own...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, May 07 - 09:30 AM 2016
Come join the Cultural committee of RPCVW in touring some Peace Corps (and non-Peace Corps) Embassies. Depending on the Embassy, there's live music, performances, art exhibits, free goodies, and overall a good time had by all. Meet up spot and first for the morning is the Embassy of Colombia which...
Event Type: Official
Friday, May 06 - 05:00 PM 2016
Do you have a child or grandchild, and a desire to hang out and reconnect with fellow RPCVs? We are confident that more than a few of you do, that is why RPCV/W will role out a pilot program on Friday, May 6, 2016! On May 6, please join us for...
Event Type: Member-Created
Thursday, April 28 - 05:00 PM 2016 through April 29, 2016
What better way to celebrate spring than at a roof top bar?! $5 wristbands gets you happy hour specials ALL NIGHT. Happy hour includes $4 bottles/cans of beer and rails.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 23 - 09:00 AM 2016
Let's get outside & beautify DC's largest urban park! We'll join Rock Creek Conservancy for their 8th Annual Rock Creek Extreme Cleanup. Our assigned site is one of 75 trash cleanup sites along Rock Creek's 33-miles. Transportation: Yes, this site is far from the park's more trafficked southern spaces. But...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 09 - 09:00 AM 2016
Looking for a fun rock scramble close to Washington, DC? The Billy Goat Trail is a somewhat challenging hike, but only 1.7 miles long. The National Park Services describes Trail A as:"Section “A” is extremely strenuous and involves a lot of rock scrambling and the need for good balance. With...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, April 06 - 05:30 PM 2016
Peace Corps Headquarters will play host to hundreds of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers during the East Coast National RPCV Career Conference in Washington, DC from Monday, April 4, 2016 to Thursday, April 7, 2015. To welcome home our RPCV’s from the field and help them practice their elevator pitches, we'll be holding...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, April 05 - 06:00 PM 2016
Click here to register. Don't forget your laptop! The post-service experience isn't all networking and elevator pitches. Careers are launched through volunteer service and exposure to different tools and techniques! We're bringing together RPCV/W members, the Peace Corps Office of Innovation, and participants from the East Coast National Career Fair...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 02 - 11:00 AM 2016
Bring your family and friends to the Tidal Basin on April 2nd. We'll head out early and stake out a couple picnic tables in front of the Tidal Basin Festival Stage. We'll stick around well into the afternoon. Bring frisbees, footballs, kites and blankets to sit on. Start time is...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 02 - 10:00 AM 2016
Kite making for kids @ 10am!Picnic @ 12pm Come share in the fun & festivities at the National Kite Festival before we picnic!! You can bring your own kites or kids can make their own at the Festival. There will also be kite flying demonstrations, kite battles and more! For...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, March 24 - 05:30 PM 2016
Interested in a career in the Federal Government? Join RPCV/W as we team up with the Peace Corps Office of the Third Goal and Returned Volunteer Services to present a panel of RPCV’s sharing their experiences in the Federal Government followed by a Q and A session. This is an...
Event Type: Official
Monday, March 21 - 07:00 PM 2016
Bring a dish and/or beverage from your country of service to share, dressed in your finest Peace Corps country wear! More details forthcoming!
Event Type: Official
Saturday, March 19 - 10:00 AM 2016
Help prepare low-income, immigrant adolescents for summer employment! We'll be assisting with a one-on-one workshop. Topics to be covered include resume writing, interview practice, how to make a good first impression, building confidence, and general instruction in workplace etiquette. Although the workshop starts earlier, RPCVs are expected to arrive at...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, March 03 - 08:00 AM 2016
Bring your service home! Join in NPCA Day of Action! One of the most important ways RPCVs can bring the world home is by sharing your Peace Corps experience with your members of Congress. Join 100 others on Capitol HillMarch 3rd to urge a bigger and better Peace Corps. Last year, the...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, March 01 - 05:30 PM 2016
Join the National Peace Corps Association and RPCV/W for some grassroots pre-gaming before RPCVs from around the country take to the halls of Congress to promote a growing Peace Corps! Organizers will be on hand to answer last minute questions in preparation for the March 3 event. Known for its...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 27 - 08:00 PM 2016
RPCV/W is excited to partner with Mosaic Theater for the showing of The Promised Land. This documentary-infused kaleidoscope play chronicles the waves of Sudanese and Eritrean refugees who crossed the desert to enter Israel legally and illegally, finding themselves stranded in a drama of relocation and displacement. Tickets are normally $50, but...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, February 21 - 01:00 PM 2016
Join RPCVs in the DC area at DCJCC's Morris Cafritz Center for Community Service to mix, chop, and prepare food for homeless shelters in the DC area. Hunger Action prepares over 6,500 meals a year. Join others in your community for a great and rewarding experience.No cooking skills necessary. The...
Event Type: Official
Friday, February 12 - 06:00 PM 2016 through July 11, 2016
Ready to take your practice to a whole new level? Yoga Works is offering 10% off its intensive 200-hour Teacher Training Course to be held from July 13 - August 7, 2015. The course is $3150, RPCV/W members can save $350. Gain a deeper understanding of the many layers of yoga,...
Event Type: Official
Friday, February 05 - 06:00 PM 2016 through February 04, 2017
Stay current and gain insight with a short term tech class at General Assembly. Established in early 2011 as an innovative community in New York City for entrepreneurs and startup companies, General Assembly is an educational institution that transforms thinkers into creators through education in technology, business and design at...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, February 03 - 10:00 AM 2016
Why not order lunch or dinner from Galley Foods on February 3rd? No cooking + delicious food + helping out RPCV/W = everybody wins! Spread the word. Make it an event. Order for your office, meeting, or dinner party! Be sure to check the delivery map before you place an...
Event Type: Official
Monday, January 18 - 10:00 AM 2016
We’ll be joining Thursday Network as they host their 16th Annual MLK Jr. Blanket & Toiletry Drive in partnership with New Bethel Baptist Church. They will provide personal care products, sandwiches, and blankets to the homeless population throughout DC, Prince George's County and Montgomery County, MD. Volunteers will be able...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, January 17 - 12:00 PM 2016
Who: Anybody with a bike! What: A cycling stroll through DC, culminating at Union Market in NE. When: Sunday, Jan. 17th at 12:00 pm Where: Meet in the circle at Dupont Circle at 12:00 pm ***If it is raining, snowing, or the roads are excessively wet, the ride will be canceled. ...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, January 07 - 05:30 PM 2016
Please join us and the Office of Third Goal and Returned Volunteer Services for our second professional development panel of the 2015-2016 calender year. Panelist Representing: The U.S. State Department Inter-American Foundation The Millennium Challenge Corporation Happy Hour to follow event. Register below, RPCVs please provide your first country and dates...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, December 19 - 10:00 AM 2015
In order to maintain the property, volunteers are needed to help Catholic Charities clean-up the outdoor areas around 801 E Men's shelter each month. All supplies will be provided; volunteers should bring work gloves if available and wear clothing appropriate for the weather.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, December 12 - 06:00 PM 2015
ONLINE TICKET SALES CLOSED. MEMBER TICKETS MAY BE PURCHASED FOR $60 AT THE DOOR, $80 FOR NONMEMBERS Make sure to join us for our biggest event of year, bringing together more than 300 RPCVs and friends of all different ages and countries of service, and from all across the District-Maryland-Virginia...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, December 08 - 06:00 PM 2015
Please join RPCV/W and the Northern Virginia RPCV groups for an early holiday happy hour event. When: Dec. 8th at 6pm Where: Highline RxR, 2010 Crystal Dr, Arlington, VA 22202 We hope to see you there!
Event Type: Official
Saturday, December 05 - 12:45 PM 2015
I bought a Groupon deal to play paintball for 6 people. Unfortunately, I was not able to get together enough of my friends to play back in the fall. The Groupon deal expires soon, so I figured I would post the event here in case other RPCVs were interested. The...
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, December 01 - 05:00 PM 2015
Please join the AAAS Science Diplomacy Affinity Group for a panel discussion on science diplomacy opportunities with Cuba, featuring Dr. José Ramón Cabañas Rodríguez, the first Cuban Ambassador to the United States in over 50 years, and esteemed representatives from the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Department of Health...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, November 30 - 04:00 PM 2015
The show is still on until Nov 30! RSVP here and we will email you a 50% discount code for tickets. On November 15, 2015 we had a special showing of the play and a panel discussion on its themes. The information below was from that posting: Unexplored Interior Join...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, November 26 - 03:00 PM 2015
RPCV/W will be holding a Thanksgiving potluck dinner for RPCVs in town, as well as any Med Evac PCVs in the area and Atlas Corps Fellows (our Partnership for Peace). RPCV/W is providing the turkey and guests will bring a side dish, dessert or drinks. Longtime RPCV/W member Debby Prigal...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, November 21 - 09:30 AM 2015
Come out and join us for a pre-Thanksgiving day of service! We Are Family serves over 600 seniors in the Shaw, North Capitol Street, Adams-Morgan, Petworth, and Columbia Heights neighborhoods. Also, volunteer cars are needed for delivery. Please email the Community Service Director if are willing to use your car for the...
Event Type: Official
Friday, November 13 - 05:00 PM 2015
Join us as we celebrate RPCV/W members! Happy hour at Mad Hatter in DuPont (1319 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20036) on Friday, November 13th from 5-8pm.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, November 07 - 10:00 AM 2015
I'm sorry, there are no longer any non-member tickets available for this event. If you are a RPCV/W member, please see if there are any Member Only tickets available here This year we will be going to: Corcoran Vineyards Cider - where participants can choose between a wine tasting or...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, October 28 - 05:30 PM 2015
Join us for a happy hour gathering hosted by the Mentoring Program. Come to meet Mentors, Mentees, or just to have a great time!
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, October 27 - 05:30 PM 2015
Join us and the Office of Third Goal and Returned Volunteer Services for our first professional development panel of the year. Panelist Representing: Checchi and Company Consulting Georgetown University USAID RTI International Happy Hour to follow event. Register below, RPCVs please provide your first country and dates of service.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, October 24 - 11:00 AM 2015
A Wider Circle is a local non-profit with one goal: to end poverty. Their efforts focus on the provision of basic need items, education, and long-term support to adults and children challenged by homelessness, poverty, and substance abuse. At this event, we will be decorating mini-pumpkins with residents—mostly adorable children—at their...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, October 22 - 05:00 PM 2015
Co-partners of Campesinas is a non-profit organization that supports women’s empowerment and children’s education in El Salvador and Guatemala using a motto of “Learn, earn, lead”. Join us for this event and help raise funds for scholarships for children and youth and vocational training for rural women and youth. We...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, October 17 - 04:00 PM 2015
Dear Fellow RPCVs, Please join us for a memorial service to honor Fallen Peace Corps Volunteers in a heartfelt and uplifting ceremony. The event will take place Saturday, October 17th from 4:00pm to 5:00pm at the tip of Hains Point, southeast of the Jefferson Memorial and Tidal Basin. This will...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, October 10 - 12:00 PM 2015
SORRY REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT For more info please contact Philippa When: Saturday, October 10th 12 noon Where: Meet at Logan Circle We will meet at the end of the day at a bar (somewhere in DC - to be discovered!) to announce winners and distribute prizes Single...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, September 23 - 05:30 PM 2015
Come out to the ball game with RPCV/W! We'll be meeting up for a pre-game happy hour at Osteria Morini and then head to the stadium together to watch the game. Although we don't have an official section, we encourage you to buy tickets in section 232 so we can...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, September 19 - 09:00 AM 2015
Food & Friends provides meals, groceries, and nutrition counseling to people living with life-challenging illnesses such as HIV/AIDS and cancer. They need a team of eight people to prep ingredients and pack meals for community distribution.
Event Type: Official
Sunday, September 13 - 03:00 PM 2015
Come join us to discuss the book, Americanah by Chimamanda Adichie. This book follows a Nigerian woman blogger in the US who decides to return to live in Nigeria. http://chimamanda.com/books/americanah/ Depending on interest, may make gathering a potlucK too.
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, September 09 - 06:00 PM 2015
Join us for a RPCV/W Happy Hour on the rooftop of the Rock & Roll Hotel! Mingle, network and enjoy the last days of summer $3 PBR Tallboys, $4 Rails, 1/2 Price Wings, Buck off Everything Else
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, September 08 - 06:00 PM 2015
Have a drink and play some games to ease back into the work week after a long weekend. I will be your bartender for the evening. :) All tips go directly to the Itiso Scholarship Fund through Friends of Tanzania -- supporting Form V-VI high school students from Tanzania's Itiso Ward. So...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, September 02 - 05:30 PM 2015
Peace Corps Headquarters will play host to hundreds of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers during the East Coast National RPCV Career Conference in Washington, DC from Monday, August 31, 2015 to Thursday, September 3, 2015. To welcome home our RPCV’s from the field and help them practice their elevator pitches, we'll...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, August 05 - 05:30 PM 2015
Get to know the newly elected 2015-2016 Board of Directors: Chris Robinson - PresidentJason Smith - Vice PresidentJoshuah Marshall - SecretaryL. Ganti - TreasurerChelsea Milko - Community Service DirectorChad Ryerson - Professional Development DirectorBrian McMahon - Communications DirectorPhillipa Wood - Social DirectorJanira Romero - Cultural Events DirectorWendy Owens - Special Events DirectorJalina Porter - Development DirectorTyler Owens - Mentoring DirectorSarah Weber - Outreach Director
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, August 04 - 07:00 PM 2015
Want to start a RPCV/W book club? Come to this organizational meeting to help select a book and organize club structure. I am thinking we could pick a book to read every month (or every other month), and alternate between books having an international focus and books with more general subject manner (fiction, but could select...
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, July 21 - 05:30 PM 2015
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/agoa-african-growth-and-opportunities-act-all-you-need-to-know-tickets-17680108681 The U.S. Africa Chamber of Commerce (USACC) will host an "AGOA: All You Need to Know," oriented toward small and medium businesses (SMEs) engaged with Africa. Expert speakers will break down the complexities of AGOA to give you what you need to know - including: Background,Eligibility, Products, Resources, and What's Next?The event will...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, July 18 - 03:00 PM 2015
You're invited to the Friends of Fiji Summer Lovo We will begin the day with the preparation of the fire pit and the food for the lovo. After the food is unearthed we will share in the traditional eats with island music and kava. Everyone is welcome. DATE: Saturday, July...
Event Type: Member-Created
Saturday, June 27 - 12:00 PM 2015
Click Here for Member-Priced Tickets Come out for our Annual BBQ on June 27th. This year we will be holding it at Fort McNair Picnic Grounds which is located a few blocks from the Waterfront Metro next to the Potomac River. We will have delicious food, including chicken, pulled pork,...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, June 24 - 06:00 PM 2015
WHAT: Fundraiser for the Pan-Mass Challenge* (Ariel’s 163-mile bike ride across MA!) WHEN: June 24th from 6-11pm** WHERE: Mellow Mushroom in Adam’s Morgan WHO: YOU, plus anybody and everybody! Spread the word. Tell your people! Lauren (Nicaragua '11-'13) invites you all to this event! Mellow Mushroom has generously agreed...
Event Type: Member-Created
Monday, June 15 - 07:00 PM 2015
Upwardly Global and RPCV/W will be hosting a Mock Interview Session for highly skilled immigrants. At the event Peace Corps Volunteers will help UpGlo jobseekers practice their interviewing skills for the US job market. This is a unique opportunity to learn how immigrant professionals are reshaping the U.S. workplace and...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, June 13 - 03:00 PM 2015
Please RSVP to spectrum@peacecorps.gov ASAP if you’d like to participate. 1. Stop by PCHQ from 1-6pm on Friday, June 12 to help prepare. 2. March in the parade and/or carry a flag on Saturday, June 13 3. Staff the Peace Corps booth at the Festival on Sunday, June 14 You're invited to support...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, June 10 - 07:00 PM 2015
D.C. Bike Party is monthly ride around Washington. They meet in Dupont Circle on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. I'd love to see some fellow RPCVs out there at the next ride, so hit me up and we'll all ride together (weather permitting. If it rains, don't bother). It's...
Event Type: Member-Created
Tuesday, June 09 - 06:00 PM 2015
Heads up: The High Dive is a CASH ONLY bar, please bring cash! Specials: $2 High Life bottles, $4 drafts and rail drinks all night.
Event Type: Official
Thursday, June 04 - 06:00 PM 2015
Please RSVP Here Join Nepalese Geographers, Geo-spatial experts and GIS analysts, the Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Washington, and Peace Corps staff for a mapathon to actively contribute data to OpenStreetMap (OSM) for Nepal. OpenStreetMap is the world's largest open source and free digital map. OSM data has proved invaluable for governments...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, June 03 - 07:00 PM 2015
This event is organized by the Peace Corps Office of Third Goal and Returned Volunteer Services Peace Corps’ Employee Resource GroupHALO (Hispanic Association for Leadership and Opportunity) and the Office of the Third Goal & Returned Volunteer Services hope to see you at Peace Corps Night at DC United for the June 3rd soccer...
Event Type: Official
Friday, May 29 - 05:30 PM 2015
Join RPCV/W to honor John F. Kennedy's service and inspiration for the Peace Corps. This is an annual event held at his grave site. A reception will follow at the Hyatt Hotel Terrace Bridge Restaurant in Rosslyn from 7-9pm. All are welcome!
Event Type: Official
Thursday, May 21 - 06:30 PM 2015
Want to join the RPCV/W board? RPCV/W board of director elections are coming up! On May 21, you are invited to meet current board directors, get the low-down on the job responsibilities and share in a glass of wine. We look forward to meeting you soon.
Event Type: Official
Monday, May 18 - 06:00 PM 2015
Want to connect with other mentors? Or learn how to be a better mentor for recently returned Peace Corps Volunteers? This workshop is designed as a catalyst for systematic consideration of some of the issues that are raised in the process of a mentoring relationship. The workshop will be jointly facilitated...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, May 14 - 05:30 PM 2015
Did you know? RPCV/W supports the DC-area Returning Peace Corps Volunteer Mentor Program. The National Peace Corps Association (NPCA), in conjunction with the Peace Corps, created this program in 2007 with a fundamental goal in mind: to connect recently returned Peace Corps Volunteers with RPCV mentors. Please join us to meet...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, May 05 - 06:30 PM 2015
RPCV/W Members, please click here for $20 tickets. Join us in raising money for the Peace Corps Documentary A Towering Task. An in-depth documentary about the whole history of the Peace Corps - not just the 60s, not just individual volunteer experiences, but a thoughtful consideration of the agency’s past and its relevance...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, May 03 - 07:00 AM 2015
At the Homeless Children's Playtime Project they believe that play is a human right that all kids should enjoy regardless of where they live. Since 2003, they have been working in DC shelters to give kids the chance to play and learn. RPCV/W is teaming up to defend play by helping with...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, April 23 - 05:30 PM 2015
Hello RPCV/W, Spring is here and the cherry blossoms are in bloom! Brings me back to my time as an agroforestry volunteer when I was planting trees and not pushing paper. What a perfect time to explore a career in the environmental field. Join RPCV/W for a panel discussion on...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, April 14 - 05:30 PM 2015
Please join RPCV/W for an informal networking happy hour with participants from the East Coast National RPCV Career Conference. Drink, enjoy great company, meet new people and discuss life after peace corps with visitors to our great city!
Event Type: Official
Saturday, April 11 - 11:30 AM 2015
Join RPCV/W for the Annual Cherry Blossom Potluck Picnic! We will meet by the tidal basin north of the paddleboat docks. Please RSVP & write what you will be able to bring in the comments section below!! Contact: Philippa Wood at social@rpcvw.org Some of us will head out early to...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, March 31 - 06:00 PM 2015
Join us for a Kava ceremony and fundraiser for Vanuatu recovery after Cyclone Pam. All proceeds benefit UNICEF in Vanuatu. Presentations by International Medical Corps Regional Coordinator Coy Isaacs and RPCV Vanuatu, Billy DelancyKava and drinks to follow. Additional donations accepted. Please write check to RPCV/W Returned Peace Corps Volunteers...
Event Type: Official
Friday, March 27 - 05:30 PM 2015
RPCV/W is having a joint happy hour with the fine folks at General Assembly! Come for free drinks, good conversation and maybe a little inspiration. About General Assembly: General Assembly is a global community of individuals empowered to pursue work they love. They offer full-time immersive programs, long-form courses, and one-off classes...
Event Type: Official
Wednesday, March 25 - 06:00 PM 2015
Non-Members Purchase Tickets Here RPCVs will be sharing details about their projects in health, education, non-profits, and research, many of which center around Ebola relief efforts in Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone. Participants include a professor from American University who recently visited Sierra Leone to conduct research on the socio-cultural...
Event Type: Official
Monday, March 23 - 06:00 PM 2015
Spring is here and the RPCV/W run club is back on! Since this is the first run of the season, we will do a slow 4-mile run around the National Mall. Feel free to come straight from work and drop off backpacks, bags, or bikes at my house while we...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, March 21 - 10:00 AM 2015
RPCVs are adaptable! That's why instead of mentoring Latino youth tomorrow we are going to get our hands dirty with Rock Creek Conservancy and help remove invasive English Ivy in Rock Creek Park! See you there! Volunteers will remove ground ivy from the western section of Melvin Hazen Park before it...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, March 03 - 05:30 PM 2015
Come join RPCV/W as we get together and remember our “Host Country Heroes” at a happy hour next Tuesday. It will be a great time to catch up with your fellow RPCV friends, reminisce about your service, and meet new people.
Event Type: Official
Sunday, March 01 - 12:00 PM 2015
New Editions Consulting, Inc., a government consulting firm, seeks a candidate to support our contract with the U.S. Agency for International Development, located in Washington, DC. The position supports the Programs for Vulnerable Populations, which works to reduce risks to vulnerable populations and to help communities, non-governmental organizations, and governments...
Event Type: Member-Created
Wednesday, February 25 - 06:00 PM 2015
Join RPCV/W and Rano Signh of Dupont Circle's Pansaari (www.pansaari.com/) as we prepare four traditional Indian dishes then sit down to a full Indian meal accompanied by beer, wine, chai, and dessert.
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 14 - 10:00 AM 2015
Liberty's Promise is RPCV/W's Partnership for Peace recipient for the 2nd year in a row. They work to support young immigrants in need while encouraging them to be active and conscientious American citizens. For the second year in a row we will work with youth in a Job Skills workshop...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, February 07 - 10:00 AM 2015
Liberty's Promise is RPCV/W's Partnership for Peace recipient for the 2nd year in a row. They work to support young immigrants in need while encouraging them to be active and conscientious American citizens. For the second year in a row we will work with youth in a Job Skills workshop...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, February 05 - 06:00 PM 2015
Join RPCV/W for a fun night of Latin American trivia at Haydee's Restaurant in Mount Pleasant. Sign up individually or as a team - and there will be prizes for winners! A great way to get to know members of RPCV/W and learn something about a very interesting region. So...
Event Type: Official
Thursday, January 22 - 05:30 PM 2015
Panelists from Partners of the Americas, FHI 360, Health and Human Services, and NIH will share their path from Peace Corps to public health and advice on how to get into the field. Join RPCV/W for this informative event and bring any questions you may have. A Happy Hour at...
Event Type: Official
Tuesday, January 20 - 08:00 PM 2015
RPCV/W is hosting a State of the Union watching party at Penn Social this Tuesday. Whether you're a Republican, a Democrat or somewhere in between, join fellow RPCVs & friends for a good time, a good drink and maybe even a good debate. All are welcome, bring your friends!
Event Type: Official
Monday, January 19 - 10:00 AM 2015
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, "Life's most persistent and urgent question is: 'What are you doing for others?'" Join RPCV/W on January 19th to serve in the spirit of Dr. King. We will be joining forces with the Thursday Network to help with their annual blanket and toiletries drive to...
Event Type: Official
Sunday, December 21 - 02:00 PM 2014
Join us for an afternoon of gift wrapping and put a smile on someone's face. Each month, We Are Family serves over 600 seniors in the Shaw, North Capitol Street, Adams-Morgan, Petworth, and Columbia Heights neighborhoods. We bring advocacy, services, organizing, and companionship into the homes of the elderly, while...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, December 13 - 05:00 PM 2014
Keith Mellnick has a 40-minute solo show coming up where he tells stories from his Peace Corps experience in Kazakhstan, and RPCV/W Members get a 10% discount! Members receive a promo code for 10% off tickets for performances on December 13 and 14. RSVP below to receive the promo code and...
Event Type: Official
Saturday, December 06 - 07:30 PM 2014
Online registration is closed. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Announcing the 2014 RPCV/W Winter Masquerade Gala and Silent Auction! This is our annual holiday party and our biggest event of the year! Be sure to mark your calendars and buy your tickets early for the best...
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Thursday, November 27 - 01:00 PM 2014
Come join the DC Peace Corps community to welcome and connect with current medevac volunteers in DC for the holidays during the annual Thanksgiving potluck. Turkey, ham, and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are provided by RPCV/W. A Google Doc will be shared among attendees to coordinate the side dishes. The...
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Friday, November 21 - 01:30 PM 2014
Be part of the map mural project unveiling and share your service with Jefferson students. Bring your Peace Corps games, artifacts, photos and stories!
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Thursday, November 20 - 05:30 PM 2014
Celebrate International Education Week by participating in Peace Corps' Map Mural Challenge! Remember those map murals during service? This year Peace Corps is challenging RPCVs to bring those same tangible, colorful, reminders of the bigger world to our domestic communities. Help Peace Corps literally bring the world home! Join...
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Thursday, November 20 - 05:30 PM 2014
You are invited to attend the Careers at State panel where RPCVs working in the Foreign Service and Civil Service will discuss their career paths and answer questions from the audience. Join us on Thursday, November 20th, at 5:30 p.m. in Shriver Hall (Peace Corps Headquarters, 1111 20th St. NW,...
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Saturday, November 15 - 01:00 PM 2014
Celebrate International Education Week by participating in Peace Corps' Map Mural Challenge! Remember those map murals during service? This year Peace Corps is challenging RPCVs to bring those same tangible, colorful, reminders of the bigger world to our domestic communities. Help Peace Corps literally bring the world home! Join...
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Thursday, November 13 - 05:30 PM 2014
Celebrate International Education Week by participating in Peace Corps' Map Mural Challenge! Remember those map murals during service? This year Peace Corps is challenging RPCVs to bring those same tangible, colorful, reminders of the bigger world to our domestic communities. Help Peace Corps literally bring the world home! Join...
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Saturday, November 08 - 10:15 AM 2014
Non-members click here to purchase tickets . Enjoy a great day out in the Virginia countryside, with tastings at Paradise Spring Winery and the Winery at Bull Run. Price includes all tastings, and the van ride to and from the city.
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Wednesday, November 05 - 06:00 PM 2014
Non-Members May Purchase Tickets Here RPCV/W and the Embassy of Ukraine invite you to a panel discussion showcasing the inspiring story of evacuated Ukraine PCVs who are continuing their service virtually. Despite the unfortunate circumstances of evacuation and abrupt termination of service, volunteers have used the internet to continue their...
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Monday, November 03 - 06:00 PM 2014
Outreach Director, Courtney Dunham, will be leading the RPCV/W run club this week! We will do a 4.5 mile loop by the Tidal Basin and down to Hains Point, a very scenic route. All levels welcome! Please note the location change for this week only. Email me to get my...
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Thursday, October 30 - 06:00 PM 2014
RPCV/W is excited to announce that it will be adopting the RPCV Mentoring Program (http://mentoring.peacecorpsconnect.org/). The RPCV Mentoring Program was previously coordinated by Josh Gill with support from the National Peace Corps Association. As we transition the program to RPCV/W, we are looking for members who are interested in: 1)...
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Wednesday, October 29 - 06:30 PM 2014
Capital Area Food Bank Young Professionals Warehouse Wednesday CAFB serves nearly 500,000 people in the region struggling with hunger. Join fellow RPCVs and young professionals from across the city to help sort and prep donated food items. Brookland is the nearest metro. There will be a shuttle to and from...
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Sunday, October 26 - 02:00 PM 2014
NON-MEMBERS CAN PURCHASE TICKETS HERE Autumn is a great time to get out of the city. We're renting a van and driving out to Larriland Farms in MD to pick pumpkins & veggies, go on a hay ride and roast s'mores by the fire. Autumn is here, let's enjoy it! ...
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Saturday, October 18 - 09:30 AM 2014
Join us for a Saturday bike ride from Crystal City to Mt. Vernon and back. It'll be a lovely fall day so bring your friends and enjoy the scenery. Gather at the Starbucks on Crystal Drive starting at 9am. We want to leave at 10. Contact the organizer if you...
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Tuesday, October 14 - 08:00 PM 2014
Didn't get your question answered at the Town Hall? Detailed presentations inspire deep thought? Come pontificate and table thump at the Post Town Hall late night happy hour. We'll head over together after the Town Hall. Hope to see you there!
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Tuesday, October 14 - 06:00 PM 2014
Join Peace Corps Director Carrie Hessler-Radelet for a "State of the Peace Corps" speech and Town Hall style presentation. The Director will highlight progress being made by the agency and call on specialists to give updates on key initiatives. Former RPCV/W Board Member Corey Taylor will give opening remarks and...
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Tuesday, October 07 - 06:00 PM 2014
Join RPCV/W for a free performance at the Kennedy Center: Fleur D'Orange: Captivating movement traces layers of gender, culture, history, and ancestry... Riveting solo movement by choreographer-dancer Hind Benali accompanied by a live-recorded sound score traces the complexities of Morocco in IDENTITY, a new work made for Center Stage. In this...
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Saturday, September 27 - 10:00 AM 2014
Join us to deliver groceries to seniors in their homes and spend time with those who need a little company. We Are Family is an outreach and advocacy network that serves seniors by bringing support, advice, and a kind ear to those who may feel overwhelmed or lonely. Their work is...
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Wednesday, September 24 - 06:00 PM 2014
Please join us to celebrate Peace Corps Night at Nationals Park on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 as the Washington Nationals take on the New York Mets. Tickets come in two categories: $17 - Outfield - Sections 101-106 $32 - Left field corner - Sections 108 - 110 *includes $10 voucher...
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Wednesday, September 24 - 05:30 PM 2014
Come mingle with fellow RPCVs before the National's Baseball Game against the New York Mets.
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Monday, September 22 - 06:00 PM 2014
Bring a dish and/or beverage from your country of service to share, dressed in your finest Peace Corps country wear!
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Wednesday, September 17 - 06:00 PM 2014
Join us on September 17th at Capitol City Brewing Company at 6pm for joint Happy Hour with: The Society for International Development’s Young Professionals Working Group; The Young Professional In Foreign Policy International Development Discussion Group; and The Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Washington DC This networking event will combine...
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Monday, September 15 - 06:00 PM 2014
We changed locations! Come join us every Monday for a short run around the Mall, Rock Creek park, or the surrounding area! From now on, we will start at Kelsi Ward's (RPCV/W Secretary) house so that people can leave bags and purses in her home while we run. All levels...
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Monday, September 08 - 06:00 PM 2014
Come join us every Monday on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial for a short run around the Mall, Mt. Vernon trail, or surrounding area! All levels are welcome!
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Thursday, August 07 - 06:00 PM 2014
Come on by and mingle with the RPCV/W Board. Bring suggestions for events and activities you'd like our organization to pursue, and enjoy a few drinks at Science Club.
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Thursday, July 31 - 06:00 PM 2014
Couldn't make it to Marx last week? Come on down to Banana Cafe in Eastern Market for a second Village X happy hour. Village X, an RPCV-powered initiative to develop a mobile app that facilitates grassroots giving, is celebrating the inclusion of a new mystery donor who has generously agree to...
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Thursday, July 24 - 06:00 PM 2014
Join us at Marx Cafe, one of our favorite Mt. Pleasant establishments, for an after work get-together. 15% of proceeds will go to Village X, an RPCV-powered initiative to develop a mobile app that facilitates grassroots giving. The Village X team will be on hand to answer questions about the...
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Wednesday, July 09 - 03:30 PM 2014
Partners of the Americas, a non-profit in D.C., has invited RPCV/W members to come meet staff, learn about their programs in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), and support their "Soccer Saved My Life Campaign". Partners is raising money by selling $10 raffle tickets to win 2 Club-level season tickets to...
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Wednesday, July 02 - 05:30 PM 2014
The Smithsonian Folklife Festival is an international exposition of living cultural heritage put on each year by the Smithsonian on the National Mall. This year China and Kenya will be showcased and RPCV/W has the opportunity to play just a small part in this huge production. Join us for an...
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Saturday, June 28 - 12:00 PM 2014
Great Friends, Food and Drink, Rooftop View! Come join us for our Annual BBQ and Board Elections. This year we are holding it in the heart of downtown D.C. on the Baker Donelson Rooftop. We'll have BBQ chicken, pulled pork, vegetarian options, wine, beer and more. Spend some time with...
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Wednesday, June 25 - 06:00 PM 2014
Come join fellow Spanish speakers for delicious food, great happy hour drink specials, and conversación en español! All Spanish levels are welcome, but we'll be speaking only in Spanish, so non-Spanish speakers should wait for the next HH!
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Saturday, June 21 - 11:00 AM 2014
New to D.C.or to RPCV/W? Come meet fellow RPCV/W members and get an exclusive tour of the Capitol with Mike Carlo, a Legislative Correspondent at the U.S. House of Representatives. The tour starts at 11 AM, but please arrive 15 minutes early in order to have enough time to get...
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Saturday, June 14 - 12:00 PM 2014
Think back to your first job...how you felt, how excited you were, what mistakes you made and lessons you learned...Join us for a Job Skills Workshop with Liberty's Promise to help immigrant youth prepare for their first jobs. Liberty's Promise is our Partnership for Peace and has been a pleasure...
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Thursday, June 12 - 06:30 PM 2014
Please join our Partner in Peace, Liberty's Promise, for their eighth annual Flag Day Fundraiser. They will be holding a silent auction during the event with all proceeds going to the immigrant youth they help everyday. In addition to the silent auction, there will be an open beer and wine...
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Saturday, June 07 - 04:30 PM 2014
You're invited to support the Peace Corps’ participation in the 2014 Capital Pride celebration! In addition to the parade with country flags on June 7 and the festival on June 8, Spectrum (the Peace Corps’ LGBTQA employee resource group), is doing a few new things this year, including T-shirts, a...
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Saturday, June 07 - 10:00 AM 2014
We're teaming up with Capital Cause for their Millennial Day of Service to help 800 youth who attend middle schools where 80% struggle with math and reading. Volunteers will: Work with kids: Facilitate “hands-on” interactive learning activities for middle school youth covering five career sectors; Assemble career-prep packages for middle school youth &...
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Thursday, June 05 - 06:30 PM 2014
The Board of Directors meet every month to coordinate the activities of RPCV/W. These meetings are open to the public. Contact president@rpcvw.org for details.
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Wednesday, June 04 - 05:30 PM 2014
Join us at Cobalt for Pride Week. This is a great opportunity to meet before we march on Saturday. See you there!
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Thursday, May 29 - 05:30 PM 2014
For 30 years now, RPCV/W has held a simple ceremony at the gravesite of John F. Kennedy to pay our respects to the founder of Peace Corps and reflect on his memory. Click here to download and share the invitation. We will gather in front of the Visitor Center from...
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Saturday, May 24 - 10:00 AM 2014
Join us for a Saturday bike ride on the Capital Crescent Trail from Georgetown to Chevy Chase and back down through Rock Creek. Meet at Dean and Deluca in Georgetown around 10am. Call or text if you're running late. The full route is about 20 miles. We're planning this event...
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Wednesday, May 21 - 05:30 PM 2014
You are warmly invited to the final career panel before our Summer Break. This month's theme will focus on careers in Public Health and we are lucky to have great speakers from John Snow International, Population Services International, USAID, NIH and the NYC Dept. of Public Health. Join us at...
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Saturday, May 17 - 02:00 PM 2014
I loved my Peace Corps experience and I love sharing it with others. I also love dinamicas (aka. ice breakers) but my office doesn't seem to appreciate them like my Honduran counterparts. If you feel the same way, join us on May 17th! RPCV/W will host a cultural day with...
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Saturday, May 10 - 10:30 AM 2014
For the last several years RPCV's from West Africa have held an annual DC WAIST tournament. This is a day long, 8 team tournament. In the last few years, the numbers have dropped and there have been some hybrid teams from two West African countries. While there is an...
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Thursday, May 08 - 05:30 PM 2014
All current and prospective mentors and mentees are invited to this event to mingle, meet others in the program, and possibly even find your mentor/mentee match. Please email Josh Gill (rpcvmentoringdc@yahoo.com) with any questions about the RPCV Mentoring Program.
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Saturday, May 03 - 10:00 AM 2014
Join us for a Saturday bike ride on the Capital Crescent Trail from Georgetown to Chevy Chase and back down through Rock Creek. Meet at Dean and Deluca in Georgetown around 10am. Call or text if you're running late. The full route is about 20 miles. We're planning this event...
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Thursday, May 01 - 06:30 PM 2014
The Board of Directors meet every month to coordinate the activities of RPCV/W. These meetings are open to the public. Contact president@rpcvw.org for details.
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Saturday, April 26 - 09:00 AM 2014
Hands on DC is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization that organizes projects to improve the physical condition of Washington, DC public schools. We also raise funds to support local college scholarship programs and encourage greater community involvement in the public schools. Join fellow RPCVs for a Hands On Work-a-Thon where we...
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Tuesday, April 22 - 06:00 PM 2014
Are you interested in getting more involved in RPCV/W? Would you like to put your innovative leadership, networking,and organizational skills to use? Are you looking for ways to meet other RPCVs who live in the DC area? We invite anyone who is interested in becoming more involved in RPCV/W as...
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Sunday, April 13 - 11:30 AM 2014
Join RPCV/W for the Annual Cherry Blossom Potluck Picnic! We will meet by the tidal basin north of the paddleboat docks. When you RSVP, please indicate what you are able to bring to share. Contact: Elizabeth Trenga at social@rpcvw.org Some of us will head out early to reserve a couple...
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Monday, April 07 - 06:00 PM 2014
The word must be out that RPCVs do well when it comes to resume review and interview coaching because we have received yet another request to assist with mock-interviews to help youth prepare for job interviews. This time we will be working with interns at CentroNia to help them prepare...
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Saturday, March 29 - 09:30 AM 2014
Non-members can purchase tickets here Join RPCV/W as we visit three Loudoun County vineyards - Casanel Vineyards, Notaviva Vineyards, and Doukenie Winery. Price includes private bus transportation from DC (pick up/drop off location U Street Metro) and tastings at all three wineries. Limited space available.
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Saturday, March 22 - 10:45 AM 2014
New to D.C.or to RPCV/W? Come meet fellow RPCV/W members and get an exclusive tour of the Capitol with Mike Carlo, a Legislative Correspondent at the U.S. House of Representatives. The tour starts at 11 AM, but please arrive 15 minutes early in order to have enough time to get...
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Thursday, March 20 - 05:30 PM 2014
Join RPCV/W for the next event in the Professional Development Initiative series. On March 20th, from 5:30 - 7 pm, at Peace Corps Headquarters a panel will discuss their careers in the environmental field. Representatives from the World Wildlife Fund, Conservation International, Environmental Protection Agency, and the Foreign Agriculture Service...
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Saturday, March 15 - 01:00 PM 2014
Join us for an afternoon of volunteering with the Capital Area Food Bank which annually distributes 45 million pounds of food, equivalent to 37.5 million meals. The mission of the Capital Area Food Bank is to feed those who suffer from hunger in the Washington metro area by acquiring food...
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Tuesday, February 25 - 05:30 PM 2014
Celebrate Peace Corps Week with RPCVW. Downstairs at Penn Social 5:30-8:30 PM.
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Monday, February 24 - 06:00 PM 2014
Upwardly Global works with skilled immigrants and refugees to eliminate employment barriers and integrate this population into the professional U.S. workforce. We will be working with DC area job seekers to help refine resumes. *If you can bring a laptop for use during the workshop it would be greatly appreciated.
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Sunday, February 23 - 01:00 PM 2014
Join us at a panel event to explore the 35-year history of RPCV/W and the broader DC RPCV community. Moderated by our Historian, this conversation will feature former board members as they retell the history of our organization. There will be a Q + A section to follow the discussion,...
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Saturday, February 22 - 07:00 PM 2014
The Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company would like to offer members of RPCV/W discounted tickets to a select performance of We Are Proud to Present, an innovative, fast-paced, funny, and wholly unique take on race and empathy. Attendees are also invited to a pre-show reception and Post-show lecture with Q&A In collaboration...
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Friday, February 21 - 05:00 PM 2014
Some RPCVs studying at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University are coming to DC for a career trip, and they'd like to meet some of us for an informal get together. Swing by Recessions after work and say hi.
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Tuesday, February 18 - 06:00 PM 2014
Food & Friends works to foster a community caring for those living with HIV/AIDS, cancer and other life-challenging illnesses by preparing and delivering specialized meals and groceries in conjunction with nutrition counseling. Join us to help prepare a home cooked meals with other RPCVs.
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Monday, February 03 - 07:00 PM 2014
non-members may purchase tickets here Wizards vs. Blazers Monday, February 3rd 6:30 PM to Participate in Fan Tunnel! 7:00 PM Game $17 Members/ $20 Non-Members Please contact Elizabeth with questions: social@rpcvw.org
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Saturday, January 25 - 10:30 AM 2014
Liberty's Promise is RPCV/W's Partnership for Peace. They work to support young immigrants in need while encouraging them to be active and conscientious American citizens. We will work with youth in a Job Skills workshop to help prepare them for internships and the workforce. We will work one-on-one to assist...
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Saturday, January 18 - 10:30 AM 2014
Liberty's Promise is RPCV/W's Partnership for Peace. They work to support young immigrants in need while encouraging them to be active and conscientious American citizens. We will work with youth in a Job Skills workshop to help prepare them for internships and the workforce. We will work one-on-one to assist...
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Friday, December 06 - 08:00 PM 2013
This year's Holiday Party will be the largest regular gathering of RPCVs in Washington, DC. Whether you're coming to make new friends or catch up with old ones, the Holiday Party is the place to be. Tickets cover heavy hors d'oeuvre and 2 hours (7:00 to 9:00 PM) of wine...
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Wednesday, October 30 - 06:00 PM 2013
The Embassy Events subcommittee is planning an event for this date. Details are forthcoming. Contact president@rpcvw.org with questions.
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Sunday, October 27 - 06:00 PM 2013
RPCV/W holds montly happy hours to provide networking opportunities for new arrivals and old friends. Now you can RSVP via text! Text "HH" to +12027604486 to test it out.
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Sunday, October 20 - 09:00 AM 2013
Join us for a staff-guided tour of the US Capitol. If you have any questions, or if you're a staffer who would like to help out, email Chris Robinson at publicrelations@rpcvw.org
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Saturday, October 19 - 10:00 AM 2013
RPCV/W holds periodic community service projects where we lead a small group of volunteers to help out a local organization. Have ideas for a partnership? Contact Allison Nye O'Donnell at communityservice@rpcvw.org
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Tuesday, October 15 - 06:00 PM 2013
Hesperian Health Guides is a nonprofit health information and health education source that publishes "Where There Is No Doctor." In celebration of Hesperian's 40th Anniversary and the role this publication has played in volunteers' Peace Corps service, Hesperian and RPCV/W are excited to invite RPCV/W members and friends to this...
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Wednesday, October 09 - 06:00 PM 2013
We hold monthly happy hours at neighborhood establishments around the region. These are great opportunties to meet new arrivals and reconnect with old friends. Contact the organizer to suggest a venue.
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Friday, August 16 - 06:00 PM 2013 through August 18, 2013
Next weekend, August 16-18, we’ll be headed to the Chesapeake Bay for the RPCVW Annual Board Retreat! We’ll be staying at The Fox Hat home in St. Leonard, MD, a little over an hour from Washington, D.C As we finalize the details of the agenda, there are a few logistical requests I’d like...
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Tuesday, June 12 - 12:00 AM -0021
See link below to learn about opportunities to share, give, donate, sponsor, empower, volunteer and learn about ways to welcome refugees to the DMV. https://www.homesnotborders.org/week-of-action-2024/.
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