10/27 - MOM March10:30 am & 1:00 pm - Rehearsal for "Shake It" Flash Mob
#ShakeIt for Self-Acceptance!™ will be a guest at the MOM "Mothers & Others" March. West Lawn of Capitol. Let's honor. Let's share. Let's dance! 3:00 pm M.O.M. March This amazing event that will include fellowship and advocacy. There will be many amazing speakers and activities. There will be unique opportunities to use YOUR voice. It is time to end the SILENCE and stigma that surrounds eating disorders. TOGETHER we can and will make a difference. Schedule - west lawn Capitol 3 - 4 pm Register, meet and greet, poster making... 4 - 6 pm Singers, speakers, dedication, and "Honoring the Journey"...Hope, Tribute, Inspiration, and Celebration. What to Bring to March
*Note: food and beverages are not easily accessible from the U.S. Capitol’s West lawn. We will provide snacks and beverages at the event. Please plan ahead for your nutritional requirements. |
10/28 - EDC Lobby Day Message Training
8:00AM - 10:15AM Capitol Hill Lutheran Church of the Reformation 212 East Capitol Street NE Message Training is REQUIRED for everyone joining us at EDC Lobby Day. You will learn what lobbying is, how to do it effectively, and the role of advocates in creating sound public policy. We will review talking points for the day and our overall message with other EDC Lobby Day team members. A light breakfast will be served at Message Training. Advocates Lobby on the U.S. Capitol Complex 10:30AM - 2:00PM U.S. Capitol Complex At the U.S. Capitol, we will meet in teams to brief elected officials and their staff on our important legislative goals. No one will lobby alone. Lobby teams will arrive for each appointment, deliver a packet of materials, and talk about how Congress can help. Lobby Day teams will eat lunch together at one of the Capitol Hill Cafeterias. Advocates are responsible for lunch. Senators Address the Eating Disorders Coalition 2:00PM - 3:00PM Senate Dirksen Building, Room 106 EDC advocates will gather together to hear more about the importance of the Anna Westin Act of 2015 from the Anna Westin Act Senate leaders, including original sponsor of the bill, Senator Amy Klobucher [D-MN]. We hope the Senators' words will inspire and excite you before you head off to your meetings with Congressional Representatives. Advocates Continue to Lobby on the U.S. Capitol Complex 3:00PM - 4:30PM U.S. Capitol Complex At the U.S. Capitol, we will continue to meet in teams to brief elected officials and their staff on our important legislative goals. No one will lobby alone. Lobby teams will arrive for each appointment, deliver a packet of materials, and talk about how Congress can help. Wrap-up Session 4:30PM-5:00PM Capitol Hill Lutheran Church of the Reformation 212 East Capitol Street NE Before returning home, please join us for an informal gathering to discuss the day's events and experiences.NE. |
DirectionsThe U.S. Capitol Building is located at the east end of the National Mall at E. Capitol St. and First St. NW, Washington, DC
By Metro:
The two Metro rail stops closest to the U.S. Capitol are Union Station and Capitol South. Union Station – Red Line Metro Stops. About a 10 min walk to the U.S. Capitol West Lawn. Capitol South – Orange and Blue lines Metro Stop. About a 5 min walk to the U.S. Capitol West Lawn. For additional public transit, including the Metro bus schedule see www.wmata.com or call 1.202.637.7000 Parking Near the Capitol: The best parking near the Capitol is at Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Avenue, NE. Enter from Massachusetts Avenue, NE – from a ramp on the East side of Union Station and from H Street, NE. The garage has 2,194 spaces, has elevators, escalators and stairwells for easy access to shops, restaurants and transportation services at Union Station (Amtrak, MARC, VRE, Gray Line / Gold Line, Old Town Trolley, DC Ducks and Tourmobile). Parking Fees: 0 – 1 hr $7.00 1 – 2 hrs $10.00 2 – 3 hrs $13.00 3 – 5 hrs $16.00 Parking contact information: 1-202-898-1950 http://usrcdc.com/garage.php |
