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We're thrilled to see Nael's poem getting the recognition it deserves! Thanks @johngreen #DearHankandJohn for amplifying student voices. Here's where you can purchase the anthology to support our programs >> bit.ly/2p3aGSD
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Last weekend, Executive Director Robyn Lingo was featured on iHeartMedia's local radio stations for an interview about 826DC which is now available as a podcast on iHeart's Community DC show! iheart.com/podcast/800-co…
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This past Saturday, Washington Post reporters Perry Stein and Lauren Lumpkin hosted a reporting workshop where 826DC students practiced interviewing local elected officials. Thank you to all those who showed up to educate and inspire the future of journalism!
![[Image: 826DC students stand with Washington Post reporters Perry Stein and Lauren Lumpkin, and local elected officials Benjamin Williams, Allister Chang, Robert Henderson, and Christine Miller posing for a picture in 826DC's program space]](/pic/orig/media%2FG2wfEVBXUAEUOxD.jpg)
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This Saturday, join Washington Post Reporter, Perry Stein alongside with other local journalists to learn the ins and outs of interviewing, reporting and news writing. Sign up here: tinyurl.com/826Journalism
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The countdown to programs is almost over! We're looking forward to welcoming students back into the space for After-School Writing Lab and seeing what spectacular stories will be written in the magical space through the secret door ✨
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Writing an Ode is a chance to share your pride and your love for something, like this beautiful Ode to Anacostia. Want to show your love for our city, our community or the power of writing? Come show your love through verse with us at the National Book Festival this Saturday!
![[Image: City block with text, "Anacostia, Is a possibility. Every portion of concrete has a face, Telling the history of how rich it was and will always be. "Pinch me because I must be dreaming", About Anacostia. Home to culture, Southeast, and finger-licking memories. Home to Go-go. Anacostia." From "Ode to Anacostia" by Reginald, 826DC student, published in "You Will Be Able to Say a Thousand Words"]](/pic/orig/media%2FG0Gr9bgXAAAhjD_.jpg)
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This Saturday, 826DC will be a featured organization at the Library of Congress National Book Festival where we will be hosting a storytelling workshop in collaboration with author Kwame Mbalia. See you there!
![[Image: Let's Build a Story! Writing Workshop for Kids, with Kwame Mbalia, Join us this Saturday at the Library of Congress National Book Festival for a storytelling workshop with author Kwame Mbalia! Young writers can learn the process of creating a story in this fun, low-pressure environment. Who: All are welcome! When: Saturday, September 6th, 10:15-10:45, Where: Walter E. Washington Convention Center - Room 152, 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Street Level, North Building]](/pic/orig/media%2FGz9IXL_XwAAt7OY.jpg)
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An ode is a poem that praises or celebrates someone or something. It can be written about a beloved friend, a cherished memory, or even a pebble! Come write odes with us next Saturday, September 6th, at the Library of Congress National Book Festival.
![[Image: The Pebble / Loves to smile and dance / Like it was his last. / The pebble / That everyone loves to throw. / It's the pebble that's made / Like a person. / That's made like an animal. / It's just that lovely pebble / That moves so swiftly., from "Ode to the Pebbles" by Tiffany, 826DC student, published in "Dear Brain"]](/pic/orig/media%2FGziqokJXkAAUI0i.jpg)
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It's almost time to go back to school! ✏️ Kick off the school year by joining us at the Library of Congress National Book Festival where 826DC will be a featured organization. Join us on September 6th for a storytelling workshop and stop by our booth for an ode writing activity!
![[Image: "Ode to Summer", Group Poem, Going to the pool / We play Warzone / We like to go to Six Flags and play with our friends / The breeze / We need a glass of water with ice / Grateful for no homework / And relaxed because there's no school]](/pic/orig/media%2FGy-3YxAXgAEPJzA.jpg)
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Hear them roar! 🔈 Young people have important things to say, and now is the time to listen. "Dear Adult" features letters written by students from across the District to adults in positions of power. Get your copy of the book today at astoundingmagic.com.
![[Image: Cover of "Dear Adult"]](/pic/orig/media%2FGyqF5F8XIAgv-Rh.jpg)
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Need a little DC joy this week? 826DC's students are often reminding us of the happiness and community to be found in this city 🩵 Don't forget, we will be at the Library of Congress National Book Festival writing odes on September 6th!
![[Image: "Ode to the Block Party", by Kyng, 826DC student, published in "Looking Into the Sky", It's fun / We get ice cream / And candy / It comes every year / They have a bouncy house / Sometimes at the block party / They celebrate a birthday / I feel happy, next year / They will have another face painter / The best part is the juice / The soda, the ice, and water guns / We have it every summer]](/pic/orig/media%2FGyalgVnXkAAJa9z.jpg)
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826DC's Summer 2025 releases are now available as a bundle! Get Dear Adult and Now I See with Open Eyes together and save $15. Pick up your copies this Saturday at Tivoli's Astounding Magic Supply Co. or order online at astoundingmagic.com!
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Tivoli's Astounding Magic Supply Co. will be open this Saturday before closing for a brief summer pause. Come by between 11am and 4pm for a special 8.26% discount on all books by 826DC students, and stay tuned for our reopening date! 🪄
![[Image: Tivoli's Astounding Magic Supply Co. entrance on Park Rd NW]](/pic/orig/media%2FGyFuTXwXEAAq5Nx.jpg)
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Tomorrow is National Book Lovers Day, and we're getting ready to celebrate with our favorite books written by 826DC students! Come write your own odes with us on September 6th at the Library of Congress National Book Festival, where 826DC will be a featured organization.
![[Image: "Ode to My Favorite Book, by Anonymous 826DC student, grade 4, published in 'Looking Into the Sky', I love my book / Because it's fun to read / It looks colorful / When I turn the book / It sounds like the pages are clapping / My book, I take it everywhere / That makes me feel happy / Because happiness makes me read"]](/pic/orig/media%2FGx2NfNbXoAAFN5C.jpg)
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826DC is excited to be a featured organization at this year's Library of Congress National Book Festival! Check out the link in our bio for more details, and stay tuned for writing inspiration as we celebrate odes written by 826DC students throughout the month of August!
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Young writers from across the city shared their work at our Youth Voices Showcase! Check it out: youtu.be/qoh1C9027jI?fe…
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"I didn't know what a coma would look like up close. My father looked like he was sleeping." -Rashawnda, 826DC student, published in "The Weight of the Day Surrounds My Body"
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Take a look behind the scenes of 826DC's Young Authors' Book Project with this @K12DiveNews story by @KaraArundel! k12dive.com/news/Washingto…
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We’re doing a youth voices showcase at @DIW_DC on Saturday, 2 PM to 3:30 PM! Free, fun for all ages, and the whole community is welcome to join us. Get your free tickets at bit.ly/youthvoices25!
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