Join us for Paddlestar Galactica!

Paddlestar Galactica, the bracket-style ping-pong tournament supporting 826DC’s writing programs for local students, is back for year SEVEN! Register ASAP to secure your team’s spot in this unique event. Wait, how does this work?

Apr
7
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Fireside Cocktails

Join 826DC on December 7 at 2 Birds 1 Stone for an evening of festive drinks and live bluegrass music in support of DC young authors! See full details and ticket information here.

Dec
7
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Third Annual Trivia for Cheaters

On September 20, join Washington’s best and brightest at the Microsoft Innovation and Policy Center for our third annual trivia night to benefit 826DC. Previous hosts have included news personalities Chris Cillizza and Kenneth Vogel. This

Sep
20
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March lowercase Hits the Road

On Thursday, March 24th the lowercase, 826DCs monthly volunteer reading series, will hit the road, performing at the Shakespeare Theater Company’s ongoing series Happenings Happy Hours at the Harman.

Mar
24
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Announcing Paddlestar Galactica IV

Do you enjoy contests of patience, sweat, and swagger? If so, join us for the triumphant return of Paddlestar Galactica IV: A Ping-Pong Tournament Benefiting 826DC. We need fearless heroes, fabulous fundraisers and Heisman-like athletes.

Apr
3
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