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Monday, December 08, 2003
Alternative Gifts Are Twice as Nice
When was the last time you went to happy hour AND helped people in need? Head over to the 3rd Annual Capital Action Alternative Gift Fair Happy Hour, where you can donate to a local non-profit organization in a loved one's name as a holiday gift. Last year, more than $4,000 was raised for local non-profit groups when holiday shoppers purchased 32 sets of classroom supplies for DC school kids, 35 wool blankets for homeless individuals, 23 safe rides home for rape survivors after forensic exams, self-help information packets on civil rights and medical care for 400 prisoners, a creative movement dance class for 40 homeless children, and much more.
And while you're shopping, take advantage of the discounted food and drinks at The Front Page (1333 New Hampshire Ave. NW), which is offering $2.50 drafts and half-priced appetizers for the event. It all happens on Tuesday, Dec. 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. For more details, send an e-mail here.
DC Metro Action is published by Michael Schlesinger, a 32-year veteran of electoral and issue organizing who is committed to social justice and to increasing participation in the political process.
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