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SUMMARY:Virtual Hattie Sewell Film Premiere
DESCRIPTION:Please join Friends of Peirce Mill online for a premiere of the new film about Hattie Sewell\, an African American woman who ran the teahouse at Peirce Mill exactly 100 years ago. In October 1921\, a neighbor’s racist complaints led to the cancelation of Sewell’s contract to run the teahouse. \nA century later\, the Friends of Peirce Mill worked with the National Park Service and students from Howard University to learn more about Hattie Sewell and to create a short film about her life and times. This event will build off the earlier program in the series exploring the intersection of race and history in Rock Creek Park. \nThis event is free\, but reservations are required. \nREGISTER HERE\nThe virtual premiere will begin with a brief introduction on Zoom. Participants will be given a link to watch the 30-minute film on YouTube. Afterwards\, we’ll return to Zoom for questions and answers. \n  \nThis project was supported by a grant from HumanitiesDC as part of the “Humanities Grant Program\,” an initiative funded by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities.
URL:https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/event/virtual-hattie-sewell-film-premiere/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Premiere,Virtual Conversation
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SUMMARY:Hattie Sewell Film Premiere
DESCRIPTION:The Hattie Sewell Film Premiere has been re-scheduled for Friday\, October 22! \nThis outdoor\, socially-distant film screening is free\, but reservations are required.  \nScreening 1: 5:45-7:15 pm  Click here to reserve. \nScreening 2: 7:30-9:00pm  Click here to reserve. \nThe 30-minute film will be shown during two separate screenings on Friday\, October 22. The first group will be welcomed at Peirce Mill starting at 6:00 for a 6:45 showing. The second group is asked to arrive after 7:30 for an 8:15 screening.  \n\n\n\nWho Was Hattie Sewell? \nIn the summer of 1920\, an African American woman named Hattie Sewell was awarded a contract to run the teahouse at Peirce Mill. She paid a monthly rent of $45 and increased business by two hundred percent. \nBut a prominent neighbor\, E.S. Newman\, complained that Peirce Mill had become “a rendezvous for colored people\, soon developing into a nuisance.” According to Rock Creek Park’s Administrative History\, there were no other complaints about Sewell’s establishment. Nevertheless\, her contract was terminated in October 1921. \nOne hundred years later\, the Friends of Peirce Mill are working with the National Park Service and Howard University to learn more about Hattie Sewell and to create a short film about her life and times. \nFor more information\, please contact Angela Kramer\, education@friendsofpeircemill.org \n  \nThis project was supported by a grant from HumanitiesDC as part of the “Humanities Grant Program\,” an initiative funded by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities.
URL:https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/event/hattie-sewell-film-premiere/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Film Premiere
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T170000
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SUMMARY:The Life and Times of Hattie Sewell
DESCRIPTION:In 1920\, an African-American woman named Hattie Sewell applied for a concession to run the teahouse at Peirce Mill. She won the contract\, paid a fee of $45 a month\, and increased business at the teahouse.\n\n\nBut a prominent neighbor\, E.S. Newman\, complained that Peirce Mill had become “a rendezvous for colored people\, soon developing into a nuisance.” According to Rock Creek Park’s Administrative History\, there were no other complaints about Ms. Sewell’s establishment. Nevertheless\, her contract was terminated in 1921. \n\n\n\nOne hundred years later\, the Friends of Peirce Mill and Rock Creek Park are working with students from Howard University to learn more about Hattie Sewell. A short film about her life and times will be completed by the fall of 2021. \nThis virtual conversation\, part of a series of opportunities to explore the history of Rock Creek Park and NW Washington\, DC\, is organized by Rock Creek Park\, Rock Creek Conservancy\, and the Friends of Peirce Mill. It will feature Dr. Amy Yeboah\, associate professor in the Department of Afro American Studies at Howard University\, and two Howard University students\, Yanava S. Ferreria and Asan Hawkins. Education Director Angela Kramer from the Friends of Peirce Mill will serve as moderator. \n\nPlease click here to register for this free virtual event!\n \n  \n  \n  \nThis project was supported by a grant from HumanitiesDC as part of the “Humanities Grant Program\,” an initiative funded by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities. \n 
URL:https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/event/lifeandtimesofhattiesewell/
LOCATION:Virtual\, 2401 Tilden Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Conversation
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SUMMARY:Virtual Tour with Seylou Bakery Head Pastry Chef Charbel Abrache
DESCRIPTION:Late last year\, Friends of Peirce PM members were treated to a virtual tour DC’s own Seylou Bakery and a bread-making demonstration with Jonathan Bethony. \n\nThis month\, members will learn how their innovative head pastry chef Charbel Abrache uses locally-grown crops to makes whole-grain croissants\, sorghum cookies\, and buckwheat cakes. See some of Charbel’s groundbreaking and delicious work here.\n\n\nNot a member? It’s not too late!\nClick here to become a Friend of Peirce Mill!
URL:https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/event/virtual-tour-with-seylou-bakery-head-pastry-chef-charbel-abrache/
LOCATION:Virtual\, 2401 Tilden Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
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SUMMARY:Virtual Winter Wassail with ANXO Cider for Friends of Peirce Mill Members
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season with a warm winter cocktail inspired by a traditional English wassail punch and created by DC’s own ANXO Cider. Join special guest Tom Oliver of Oliver’s Cider and Perry and ANXO co-founder Sam Fitz as we ring in a healthy and happy new year for Peirce Orchard—and for all of us! \nA wassail festival wakes up apple trees in the depths of winter and ensures a bountiful harvest in the fall. Last year the Friends of Peirce Mill hosted our first Winter Wassail. Though we can’t gather in person this year\, the custom continues online. \nPick up some ANXO Cider—or have it delivered anywhere in DC. Then find a cozy spot at home—or settle in under a tree. Learn about the English tradition of Wassail\, gather a few pots and pans\, make some noise\, and toast the New Year! \nNot a Member? It’s Not Too Late!\nThis virtual Winter Wassail is open to all Friends of Peirce Mill members over the age of 21.\n\nClick here to become a Friend of Peirce Mill\nAll Friends of Peirce Mill members will receive a link to the ZOOM meeting on Friday\, January 22\, at 7:00pm. \n\nQuestions? Contact education@friendsofpeircemill.org\n\nGet Yourself Some Cider!\n\nVisit the ANXO Store for more information. Cider can be pre-ordered for pick-up or delivery.  There are several ways to participate: \nHot Mulled Cider Kit \n\n\nThis wassail-inspired kit is available in two sizes\, and includes pommeau\, local apple juice\, a whistle\, and a wassail song. Just follow the enclosed recipe card to enjoy this warm winter beverage at home. A non-alcoholic version is also available. \n \n4-Pack of ANXO Cider \n\n\nHot cider not your thing? Get a 4-pack of fine ANXO Cider\, featuring ANXO’s just-released Sidra Verde and Hereford Gold\, a collaboration with Oliver’s Cider and Perry in Herefordshire\, England. 4-pack includes:\n\nSidra Verde (release day!)\nDistrict Kosher\nGrand Cru\nHereford Gold\n\n\nPick-Up \n\n\nHot mulled cider kits and 4-packs are available for pick-up at either ANXO location (300 Florida Ave. NW or 711 Kennedy St. NW) \n\n\n\nDelivery \n\nANXO delivers anywhere in DC. Delivery orders must be $35 or more\, and there is a 10% fee for delivery. To add more cider\, a cheese & charcuterie board\, beer\, wine or cocktails to your order\, click here. \n 
URL:https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/event/virtual-winter-wassail-with-anxo-cider-for-friends-of-peirce-mill-members/
LOCATION:Virtual\, 2401 Tilden Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
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SUMMARY:Martha Washington's Great Cake
DESCRIPTION:A virtual holiday treat for members with our own Bill McLeod!\nMartha Washington’s “Great Cake” is one of the few recipes directly connected to our first First Lady. This rich\, brandy-soaked fruit cake was traditionally served at Christmastime.\n\nFriends of Peirce Mill board member and volunteer Bill McLeod has baked this delicious but challenging cake for many years. On December 16\, FOPM members can learn Bill’s secrets as he bakes this cake live via Zoom.\nClick here  to become a member.\nRSVP: education@friendsofpeircemill.org\n\n 
URL:https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/event/martha-washingtons-great-cake/
LOCATION:DC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201206T160000
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SUMMARY:Member Tour of Seylou Bakery & Mill
DESCRIPTION:Seylou has been making news since it first opened three years ago. The Washington Post praised this Shaw bakery for “taking local grains to another level.” But Seylou is isn’t just a bakery–it’s also a mill! Organic\, locally-grown grains are freshly ground on site. Bread is baked in a hand-built\, wood-fired oven. \nIn this live Zoom event\, we’ll visit Seylou’s kitchen with head baker and co-owner Jonathan Bethony.  We’ll see the entire process\, from grain to loaf. And we’ll learn how milling has evolved since Peirce Mill was built 200 years ago!\n\nClick here  to become a member.\nThe first 20 members to RSVP can pick up a free loaf of bread at Seylou Bakery & Mill!\nRSVP: education@friendsofpeircemill.org\nSeylou Bakery & Mill\n926 N Street NW\nWashington\, DC\nhttps://www.seylou.com/location/seylou/
URL:https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/event/member-tour-of-seylou-bakery-mill/
LOCATION:DC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T133000
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SUMMARY:From Pre-History to Peirce Mill: A Virtual Talk with Washington Walks
DESCRIPTION:For more than 100\,000 years\, human beings have been eating grass seeds\, or grains. Two hundred years ago\, Isaac Peirce built a mill along Rock Creek\, using a revolutionary system invented by Oliver Evans to grind grain into flour. What happened in between? Explore the fascinating global history of milling with Angela Kramer from the Friends of Peirce Mill. Discover how milling evolved\, from crushing seeds with a rock to the 19th-century mills of Washington\, DC. \nA portion of the proceeds from this program will be donated to the Friends of Peirce Mill–thank you for your support!\nClick here to register!
URL:https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/event/2809/
LOCATION:Virtual\, 2401 Tilden Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201010T160000
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SUMMARY:Heritage Day Online
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Park Service and the Friends of Peirce Mill on Saturday\, October 10\, starting at 10:00am  for video premieres on Facebook.\nClick here for more information.\n\n\n10:00  Learn About Our New Peirce Mill Scavenger Hunt for Kids\nClick here to download our new scavenger hunt in English or Spanish\, then head down to Rock Creek Park with your family! \n11:00 See All Four Floors of Peirce Mill\nPeirce Mill was built almost 200 years ago\, using Oliver Evans’ revolutionary milling system. Elevators moved grain and flour between special machines that could clean\, grind\, dry\, and sift.  In 2011\, the Friends of Peirce Mill and the National Park Service worked together to repair the waterwheel and millstones. Now we’re restoring the rest of the building!  Join us for a virtual tour of all four floors of Peirce Mill\, and learn more about this 19th-century mechanical marvel. \n\n\nNoon Learn What a Corn Sheller Does\nWatch the sheller remove corn from the cob in slow motion!\n1:00 See the Rope Maker in Action\nEver heard of a rope walk? FOPM president Nate Marzoli shows how this common product was once made.  Then try a similar activity at home!\n \n2:00 Tour the Orchard at Peirce Mill\nOrchardist Tim Makepeace leads this virtual tour. Discover the history of Peirce orchard\, and the apples that grow there.Then head down to Rock Creek Park to explore the orchard yourself! The orchard is free and open to all. Just be kind to the plants and insects that live in the orchard\, and please remember to close the gate behind you.
URL:https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/event/heritage-day-online/
LOCATION:Virtual\, 2401 Tilden Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200806T170000
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SUMMARY:Author Talk: Chocolate City with Chris Myers Asch
DESCRIPTION:Join Rock Creek Park\, Rock Creek Conservancy\, LINK Strategic Partners\, and the Friends of Peirce Mill for a virtual discussion about the history of race in Washington\, DC with Chocolate City co-author Chris Myers Asch. Tracing D.C.’s massive transformations — from a sparsely inhabited plantation society into a diverse metropolis\, from a center of the slave trade to the nation’s first black-majority city\, from “Chocolate City” to “Latte City.” Asch will offer an engaging narrative peppered with unforgettable characters\, a history of deep racial division but also one of hope\, resilience\, and interracial cooperation. \nThe talk (moderated interview) will be followed by small group facilitated discussions of how our experiences today have been shaped by the past. \nThis event is part of a series of programs that will help to explore the topic of race and create a space for sustained dialogue in which we can wrestle with the legacy of Rock Creek Park as a dividing line between communities in our city. \nReading the book is encouraged but not required to learn from the program. A link to the virtual meeting space will be sent to all registered participants before the event. \nREGISTER HERE \nPlease email info@rockcreekconservancy.org for any questions.
URL:https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/event/author-talk-chocolate-city-with-chris-myers-asch/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191012T160000
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SUMMARY:Peirce Mill Heritage Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some traditional fun for all ages: \n\n–Learn about West-African kente cloth weaving and watch a demonstration by Chapuchi Bobbo Ahiagble.\n–Craft a drop spindle\, use our miniature loom\, or weave a yarn basket.\n–Take our recently recommissioned rope-making machine for a spin.\n–See 200-year-old grist mill grind corn into cornmeal.\n–Marvel at 19th-century medicine as Dr. Stonestreet treats common milling accidents.\n–Tap your toes to some live folk music.\n\n–And from 2:30 to 3:30\, enjoy a demonstration by the DC Square Dance Collective \nSeasonal food and beverages will be available for purchase. \n\nPhoto Credit: William Mills
URL:https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/event/heritage-day/
LOCATION:Peirce Mill\, 2401 Tilden St NW\, Washington\, 20008\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190302T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190302T180000
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SUMMARY:Member Cider Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Members are cordially invited to Peirce Mill at 4:00 pm for a tasting of local hard cider and delicious\, home-made snacks. Besides the libations\, we will have a guest speaker\, Kim Prothro Williams\, who will discuss her new book\, Lost Farms and Estates of Washington\, DC.  Tickets are free with a $25 individual or $50 family membership. \nThis event sold out last year\, so don’t delay!  You must purchase your membership in advance to attend this event. Please click here to become a member and add your name to the guest list.  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/event/hard-cider-tasting-and-tour-friends-members-only/
LOCATION:Peirce Mill\, 2401 Tilden St NW\, Washington\, 20008\, United States
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