Christine Vineyard
@lidflutters.bsky.social
Washington DC based artist, teacher, and explorer
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The mayor's office announced D.C. will pick up the tab for SNAP benefits for residents if the shutdown continues.
DC to cover SNAP, WIC benefits in November if shutdown drags on
D.C. will pick up the tab for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits for District residents if the government shutdown continues, Mayor Muriel Bowser’s office announced Thursda...
www.nbcwashington.com
October 30, 2025 at 11:56 PM
The mayor's office announced D.C. will pick up the tab for SNAP benefits for residents if the shutdown continues.
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Trumpism is bad, he doesn’t want to end foreign wars and he’s not gonna make things cheaper. Democrats, this is your moment to narrate what’s happening.
June 23, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Trumpism is bad, he doesn’t want to end foreign wars and he’s not gonna make things cheaper. Democrats, this is your moment to narrate what’s happening.
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World Central Kitchen, the charity founded by the chef José Andrés, has resumed operations in Gaza almost seven weeks after pausing cooking and distributing meals because of Israel’s blockade. The charity said it cooked nearly 10,000 meals on Saturday.
World Central Kitchen Resumes Gaza Operations After Nearly 7-Week Pause
The charity founded by the celebrity chef José Andrés has started preparing meals again. It halted activities when food supplies ran out during Israel’s aid blockade.
trib.al
June 23, 2025 at 3:55 PM
World Central Kitchen, the charity founded by the chef José Andrés, has resumed operations in Gaza almost seven weeks after pausing cooking and distributing meals because of Israel’s blockade. The charity said it cooked nearly 10,000 meals on Saturday.
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Five Democratic senators have rented a small theater at the Kennedy Center and invited the producer of “Hamilton” to stage a gay pride concert there as a form of protest against President Trump’s takeover of the institution.
Democrats to Protest Trump’s Takeover of Kennedy Center With Pride Event
“This is our way of reoccupying the Kennedy Center,” said Jeffrey Seller of “Hamilton,” who was asked to stage the invite-only concert hosted by five senators.
trib.al
June 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Five Democratic senators have rented a small theater at the Kennedy Center and invited the producer of “Hamilton” to stage a gay pride concert there as a form of protest against President Trump’s takeover of the institution.
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Next Saturday, we have two great workshops with @lidflutters.bsky.social !
Contemporary Watercolors Workshop at 12 pm: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/contemporary-watercolors-workshop-10/
Introduction to Block Printmaking Workshop at 2:30 pm:
Contemporary Watercolors Workshop at 12 pm: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/contemporary-watercolors-workshop-10/
Introduction to Block Printmaking Workshop at 2:30 pm:
Introduction to Block Printmaking Workshop
Learn a new technique and create your very own print in this workshop with Christine Vineyard! Students will walk away with basic knowledge and instructions for how to create a linoleum block print from start to finish. By the end of class, students will have a carved block and at least one final pr
www.hillcenterdc.org
February 16, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Next Saturday, we have two great workshops with @lidflutters.bsky.social !
Contemporary Watercolors Workshop at 12 pm: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/contemporary-watercolors-workshop-10/
Introduction to Block Printmaking Workshop at 2:30 pm:
Contemporary Watercolors Workshop at 12 pm: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/contemporary-watercolors-workshop-10/
Introduction to Block Printmaking Workshop at 2:30 pm:
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Saturday, we have two great workshops with @lidflutters.bsky.social !
Contemporary Watercolors Workshop at 12 pm: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/contemporary-watercolors-workshop-10/
Introduction to Block Printmaking Workshop at 2:30 pm:
Contemporary Watercolors Workshop at 12 pm: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/contemporary-watercolors-workshop-10/
Introduction to Block Printmaking Workshop at 2:30 pm:
Introduction to Block Printmaking Workshop
Learn a new technique and create your very own print in this workshop with Christine Vineyard! Students will walk away with basic knowledge and instructions for how to create a linoleum block print from start to finish. By the end of class, students will have a carved block and at least one final pr
www.hillcenterdc.org
February 20, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Saturday, we have two great workshops with @lidflutters.bsky.social !
Contemporary Watercolors Workshop at 12 pm: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/contemporary-watercolors-workshop-10/
Introduction to Block Printmaking Workshop at 2:30 pm:
Contemporary Watercolors Workshop at 12 pm: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/contemporary-watercolors-workshop-10/
Introduction to Block Printmaking Workshop at 2:30 pm:
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Concise resource for DC home rule.
If you're looking for a refresher...here's everything you need to know about D.C. home rule:
Written by @maustermuhle.bsky.social 51st.news/what-to-know...
Written by @maustermuhle.bsky.social 51st.news/what-to-know...
Everything you need to know about D.C. home rule
The city’s power over its own affairs is imperiled by the incoming Trump administration. Here’s what you should know about the parameters of local control in D.C.
51st.news
February 8, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Concise resource for DC home rule.
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During President Donald Trump’s first term, the Education Department held DEI training.
Now, in the opening days of Trump’s second term, dozens of employees who attended that diversity program have been placed on leave because of it.
Now, in the opening days of Trump’s second term, dozens of employees who attended that diversity program have been placed on leave because of it.
They trained on diversity under Trump. Now he’s punishing them for it.
During President Donald Trump’s first term, the Education Department held diversity trainings. Many who participated were put on administrative leave under new rules.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 10, 2025 at 7:27 PM
During President Donald Trump’s first term, the Education Department held DEI training.
Now, in the opening days of Trump’s second term, dozens of employees who attended that diversity program have been placed on leave because of it.
Now, in the opening days of Trump’s second term, dozens of employees who attended that diversity program have been placed on leave because of it.
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Breaking News: A judge declared for the first time that the Trump White House had defied a judicial mandate by ignoring his order to release billions in grants.
Judge Rules That Trump Administration Defied Order to Unfreeze Billions in Federal Grants
The federal judge in Rhode Island said the Trump administration had failed to comply with his order unfreezing billions of dollars in federal grants.
www.nytimes.com
February 10, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Breaking News: A judge declared for the first time that the Trump White House had defied a judicial mandate by ignoring his order to release billions in grants.
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Maybe grab a drink tonight, Washingtonians.
5 Fresh and Cool Cocktail Bars in the DC Area
Kickstart your weekend with an olive-oil martini.
www.washingtonian.com
February 7, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Maybe grab a drink tonight, Washingtonians.
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NEW: Treasury Dept agrees not to let anyone who isn't a current, regular (non-SGE) employee access its payment system/records, with the exception of Tom Krause and Marko Elez, who will have read-only access.
The agreement will last until the judge decides whether to grant a preliminary injunction.
The agreement will last until the judge decides whether to grant a preliminary injunction.
![[PROPOSED] ORDER
With the consent of the parties, the Court DEFERS RULING on the Plaintiffs' [8] Motion
for a Temporary Restraining Order and ORDERS as follows:
• The Defendants will not provide access to any payment record or payment system of
records maintained by or within the Bureau of the Fiscal Service, except that the Defendants may provide access to any of the following people:
• Mr. Tom Krause, a Special Government Employee in the Department of the Treasury, as needed for the performance of his duties, provided that such access to payment records will be "read only";
Mr. Marko Elez, a Special Government Employee in the Department of the Treasury, as needed for the performance of his duties, provided that such access to
payment records will be "read only";
Any person who is an employee (but not a Special Government Employee) of the Department of the Treasury and who has a need for the record or system of records in the performance of their duties;](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:qrllvid7s54k4hnwtqxwetrf/bafkreibf5yradep2ozcaslmintzfvqoheoboeepmadpehsbhx4afjavc3q@jpeg)
February 6, 2025 at 3:01 AM
NEW: Treasury Dept agrees not to let anyone who isn't a current, regular (non-SGE) employee access its payment system/records, with the exception of Tom Krause and Marko Elez, who will have read-only access.
The agreement will last until the judge decides whether to grant a preliminary injunction.
The agreement will last until the judge decides whether to grant a preliminary injunction.
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I’ve got the morning shift. This guy is dangerous and unfit to serve and I’m about to explain why. Tune in: www.senate.gov/legislative/...
February 6, 2025 at 12:53 PM
I’ve got the morning shift. This guy is dangerous and unfit to serve and I’m about to explain why. Tune in: www.senate.gov/legislative/...
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DC-area congressional offices are getting flooded with phone calls from those who oppose President Trump and Elon Musk’s efforts to slash federal government employment and spending.
DC-Area Congressional Offices Say They’re Getting Flooded With Phone Calls About Trump - Washingtonian
"Mostly they hate Elon Musk and what he’s doing," one aide says of the callers.
www.washingtonian.com
February 6, 2025 at 9:15 PM
DC-area congressional offices are getting flooded with phone calls from those who oppose President Trump and Elon Musk’s efforts to slash federal government employment and spending.
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Home Rule in DC may be on the chopping block. On February 6, Utah senator Mike Lee and Tennessee rep. Andy Ogles introduced another bill to repeal the Home Rule Act.
Could Trump’s Second Term Spell the End of Home Rule in DC? - Washingtonian
UPDATE: Home Rule may be on the chopping block. On February 6, Utah senator Mike Lee and Tennessee rep. Andy Ogles introduced another bill to repeal the Home Rule Act. It’s called the Bringing…
www.washingtonian.com
February 6, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Home Rule in DC may be on the chopping block. On February 6, Utah senator Mike Lee and Tennessee rep. Andy Ogles introduced another bill to repeal the Home Rule Act.
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Make February the time when you learn a new skill! Starting next Tuesday, artist and instructor, @lidflutters.bsky.social will teach drawing skills and techniques over the course of four classes. www.hillcenterdc.org/event/basic-...
#ArtistInTraining #ReleaseYourInnerArtist #ThingsToDoInDC
#ArtistInTraining #ReleaseYourInnerArtist #ThingsToDoInDC
Basic Drawing Techniques: Drawing From an Image
This course is designed for adults who wish to start drawing, but aren’t sure where to begin! We will be working on basic drawing skills and techniques over the course of four classes. Our first class...
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January 29, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Make February the time when you learn a new skill! Starting next Tuesday, artist and instructor, @lidflutters.bsky.social will teach drawing skills and techniques over the course of four classes. www.hillcenterdc.org/event/basic-...
#ArtistInTraining #ReleaseYourInnerArtist #ThingsToDoInDC
#ArtistInTraining #ReleaseYourInnerArtist #ThingsToDoInDC
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Spotted on The Reflecting Pool 🫠💀
January 26, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Spotted on The Reflecting Pool 🫠💀
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January 27, 2025 at 1:10 AM
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✨🎨Kickstart Your Creative Journey This New Year! ✨🎨
Sign up today and explore the endless possibilities that await you in our watercolor and linocut printing workshops with @lidflutters.bsky.social, starting Jan 25! https://www.hillcenterdc.org/events/category/studio-arts/
#NewYearNewSkill
Sign up today and explore the endless possibilities that await you in our watercolor and linocut printing workshops with @lidflutters.bsky.social, starting Jan 25! https://www.hillcenterdc.org/events/category/studio-arts/
#NewYearNewSkill
Studio Arts
Studio Arts
www.hillcenterdc.org
January 2, 2025 at 8:02 PM
✨🎨Kickstart Your Creative Journey This New Year! ✨🎨
Sign up today and explore the endless possibilities that await you in our watercolor and linocut printing workshops with @lidflutters.bsky.social, starting Jan 25! https://www.hillcenterdc.org/events/category/studio-arts/
#NewYearNewSkill
Sign up today and explore the endless possibilities that await you in our watercolor and linocut printing workshops with @lidflutters.bsky.social, starting Jan 25! https://www.hillcenterdc.org/events/category/studio-arts/
#NewYearNewSkill