Penn Branch News - Page 22

Neighbors Helping Neighbors

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IMG_2211IMG_2162Penn Branch neighbors are taking to the street to dig themselves out and help their neighbors dig out from this weeks historic snowfall.   We are asking neighbors to help clear the streets and to pay special attention to our seniors citizens, ill, and those without the resources to shovel in their driveways and sidewalks.

If you have snow machine or other equipment, reach out to us a [email protected] or call (202) 669-3974 so that we can help others in Penn Branch and neighboring areas who need help.

DDOT and the mayors office are working hard to clear streets and address issues from the snowstorm.

#dcdigout

DC Dig Out!

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Help Your Neighbors Dig Out!
Help Your Neighbors Dig Out!

We need your help!  We are coordinating to help residents in Penn Brach and Ward 7 dig out and address urgent issues as the result of the snow storm.  Our efforts are in addition major efforts by city agencies that have been working around the clock to assist residents and provide services.

We NEED as soon as possible

  1. Volunteers to help dig out residents with critical needs and those who are unable.
  2. Anyone who is able to travel to the Reeves Center to work as part of a Ward 7 efforts
  3. Help identifying Penn Branch and Ward 7 residents who need to be a priority (ill , without electric or heat or without adequate resources)
  4. Help identifying streets that are unplowed (understand that major streets are a priority)
  5. If you have electric/gas snow blowers and tools to assist neighbors with urgent needs
  6. Shoveling out are fire hydrants
  7. Identify any other major issues

We need your help to coordinate:

email: [email protected] or call 202-484-6001

Jimmie Williams, President

‘Roy Ward, Vice President

Lisa Baker, Recording Secretary

Towana Banks, Treasurer

Matt Pinardi, Parliamentarian

Condolences

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Mrs. Carrie Bell Freeman
Mrs. Carrie Bell Freeman

Deaths – We regret announcing the passing of long-time Penn Branch resident, Mrs. Carrie Bell Freeman. Mrs. Freeman was the wife of Bishop Robert O. Freeman and lived on Nash Street. The wake will be held Sunday, January 17 from 6-9 pm at the Spirit of Faith Christian Center, 2261 Oxon Run Drive, Temple Hills, MD. The funeral service will be Monday, January 18 at 11:00 am; viewing begins at 10:00 am.

The Freeman’s are long-time residents of Penn Branch and owners of Freeman’s Funeral Services.

Penn Branch Membership Rewards

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Your Penn Branch Membership has additional benefits….more discounts to come!

Penn Branch Membership Rewards
Penn Branch Membership Rewards

Here’s one more reason to join or renew your membership: Your 2015-16 Penn Branch membership card entitles you to discounts at local merchants.  We will continue to notify you in newsletters and on this website about participating merchants.   You MUST present your current Penn Branch Membership card to qualify for discounts.  Please note minimums.

Participants as of 2/1/16 (more to come)

Alpha Customer Cleaners Penn Branch Shopping Center – 10 percent off dry cleaning, tailoring and other services *$10.00 minimum purchase

Beltway Beauty – Penn Branch Shopping Center – 10 percent off any items *$10.00 minimum purchase

Penn Branch Liquors – Penn Branch Shopping Center – 10 percent off any items *$25.00 minimum purchase