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Join us for “Dear Adult,”
If you could speak directly to someone in a position of power, what would you say? 826DC is teaming up with Arena Stage on Saturday, March 1st for a special free performance, “Dear Adult,” where you’ll hear K-12 students from across the District answer that question.

Paddlestar Galactica XI
Paddlestar Galactica, 826DC’s famed ping-pong tournament fundraiser is back…and this time, there’s also a pickleball option! Read on for everything you need to know about this year’s games and how to get involved.
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Paddlestar Galactica XI Cheat List
Here are the cheats that will be available for Paddlestar Galactica XI participants:
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The Magic of “When Duty Calls”
Why When Duty Calls is so powerful—and why you’ll want to hear from three of the middle-schooler authors next week.
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Young Writer Showcase
On June 12th, join us downtown at the MLK Library from 4-6 PM to celebrate, support, and hear from young local writers!
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826DC’s Having an Open House
Come check out 826DC at our free, all-ages open house event on Saturday, May 11th, 2024! Drop in anytime between 11 AM and 2 PM.
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Paddlestar Galactica X
Paddlestar Galactica, the ping-pong tournament supporting 826DC’s youth writing programs, is back for YEAR TEN! This beloved event returns on April 27th, 1 PM to 4 PM at SPIN DC.
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Trivia for Cheaters 2024
On January 25th, DC journalists, politicos, industry leaders, and other local movers and shakers will battle for trivia glory at this popular fundraiser.
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Local Elementary Schoolers Celebrate a Poetry Collection
Washington, DC – May 22, 2023 – Third and fourth-grade students from Savoy Elementary School are releasing a stunning poetry collection called Looking Into the Sky, and would love to celebrate it with the community!
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826DC’s Storybook Soiree
Mark your calendars and get your tickets! We’re throwing our first-ever gala, 826DC’s Storybook Soiree, at the Planet Word Museum on Thursday, May 18th, from 6 PM to 8 PM.
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