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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Take a Tree Walk in Rock Creek Park with science writer and former DCSWA president Gabe Popkin. Get to know the spectacular and ecologically important trees growing in our eastern forest, explore the ecology, evolutionary history, & threats faced by our local trees. More info: tinyurl.com/7a5npsmu

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

What can 16 years of covering scientific misconduct teach us about reporting on research integrity? Join us on Oct 8 for a webinar on Covering Fraud and Misconduct: Lessons from the Retraction Beat with Kate Travis, managing editor at Retraction Watch. 6:30–7:30 pm ET. Register: tinyurl.com/3xpa7k8p

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Missed last night’s webinar? The recording is now up on our YouTube channel. Watch it here: youtu.be/MbdFaOysA_E

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Panel: Should you launch an institutional podcast?

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Upcoming events for September! Thurs, 9/10: Should you launch an Institutional Podcast? Join us at 7pm for a virtual panel. Register at: tinyurl.com/3fspkves Friday, 9/11: Stay in check with our Science Writing Accountability Group at 11 a.m. Register at tinyurl.com/2m2bfr6b

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Upcoming webinar: Join us on Thursday, September 10 at 7 p.m. with two podcast veterans who will discuss what it’s like to create and manage a podcast that adds institutional value, setting realistic expectations about what you should know before starting yours.

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Farewell to the AAAS Mass Media Fellows Class of 2026! We wish you luck on your journeys and hope you stay connected to the science writing community! 👋🏼📝

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Upcoming events for the month of August! Monday, 8/17: Farewell for AAAS 2026 Mass Media Fellows at Lost & Found Bar, 1240 9th St. NW Washington, DC 20001, from 6-8 p.m. tinyurl.com/mrmcw28p Friday, 8/14: Stay in check with our Science Writing Accountability Group. Register at tinyurl.com/4nmarp2k

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Join us as we bid farewell to AAAS 2026 Mass Media Fellows on Aug 17 at Lost & Found Bar, 6-8pm (Happy Hour). No kitchen at bar; you are welcome to bring food from nearby restaurants. No registration required. dcswa.org/event/aaas-mass-media-fellows-farewell/

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

We had a great time welcoming our newest DCSWA members at Sonny’s Pizza.🍕We’ll see you again for our next social soon, stay alert for our next quacker! 📣

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

July's events! 7/9: Free pizza to welcome new DCSWA members, 6-8 pm at Sonny’s Pizza, 3120 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010. dcswa.org/event/new-members-welcome-event/ 7/10: Join our Science Writing Accountability Group. us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bZxK58h7TkeC33eA3iVdkQ#/registration

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Stay in check with our Science Writing Accountability Group! Mornings: Jul 10, Aug 14, Sep 11 at 11 a.m. Register here: 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... Afternoons: Jul 24, Aug 28, Sep 25 at 02:00 p.m. Register here: 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Upcoming event: Join us for free pizza, meet the board, and welcome some of our new DCSWA members on Thurs, July 9, 6 to 8 p.m. at Sonny's Pizza, a longtime DCSWA favorite with a happy hour that goes until 7 p.m. More: dcswa.org/event/new-members-welcome-event/

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Throwback to our Geology Tour at the National Mall led by board member Leanne Wiberg. Thank you for an exclusive tour of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. 📸

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Have you gotten a chance to check out this year's programming for Professional Development Day? We've got a full lineup of skills workshops and networking opportunities in less than a month. ⏱️ Don't forget to register: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/event-6642704

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Registration is now open for Professional Development Day: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/event-6642704 This year’s conference will begin early Saturday, May 9, 2026, at George Washington University, and will end with a happy hour at the Admiral.

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Upcoming event: Join us on Saturday, April 25 at 10 AM for a 1.5-mile guided walking tour of the western National Mall with Board Member and Geologist Leanne Wiberg. This tour delves into the Mall's "stone story," from bedrock geology to historic construction...

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Upcoming event: Join us for a joint networking event with the American Institute of Physics (AIP) on April 16 at 6 PM. DCSWA members and anyone across the AIP federation of societies is welcome to come for an informal evening of connection and conversation...

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Upcoming event: Join scientists with The George Washington University on Wednesday, March 25 at noon for their talk Genomic Justice: Access, Opportunity and the Implications of Genetic Technology...

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

We had lots of fun last night at our happy hour in Sonny's Pizza. Thanks to everyone for coming to this event!

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Deadline approaching: Submissions to the Newsbrief Awards are still on-going. Since 2009, we’ve been celebrating achievement in short-form science writing with the DCSWA Newsbrief Award. Members may self-nominate, or others can nominate them on their behalf...

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Upcoming happy hour: Join us on Thursday, March 5 at 6 PM in Sonny's Pizza for some pizza slices and fun conversations with fellow members. No registration required.

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

On February 3, we hosted the book talk "Seeing Differently – A New Way to Look at Science," with authors Amy Hansen and James Riordon. For those members who missed the webinar, a full recording is now available on YouTube. Watch the recording: 🔗 www.youtube.com/watch?v=OG1z...

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Save the date: Professional Development Day, our signature event since 2006 bringing together more than 100 science communicators and freelancers from all sectors, will be held on May 9, 2026 at the George Washington University campus. Stay alert for key speakers and panels to be announced soon.

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Submissions to the Newsbrief Awards are now welcome: Since 2009, we’ve been celebrating achievement in short-form science writing with the DCSWA Newsbrief Award. Members may self-nominate, or others can nominate them on their behalf…

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

We had a blast yesterday at the happy hour hosted with the Johns Hopkins University Science Writing Program. We'll see you soon for other events, ducks! 🦆

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Rescheduled: Join us for a happy hour with the Johns Hopkins Science Writing Program on Wednesday, February 11 at Astro Beer Hall in DC from 6-8 PM. The venue is located at 1306 G St NW, and it is accessible via the metro red line (Metro Center) or green line (Gallery Place/Chinatown).

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

We're looking forward to our Book Talk: Seeing Differently – A New Way to Look at Science on February 3, with authors Amy Hansen and James Riordon. www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCEh...

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Seeing Differently - A New Look at Science - Book Talk on February 3rd

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

DCSWA's annual Professional Development Day (PDD) is our organization's flagship event, drawing up to 150 local science writers, storytellers, journalists, and communicators for a full day of learning and networking...

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Save the Date: Professional Development Day will be held on May 9, 2026 at George Washington University.

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

Upcoming webinar: Join us on Tuesday, February 3 at 7 PM for a book talk about what happens when you find new perspectives of an old subject. Amy S. Hansen, author of "Wanda Hears the Stars: A Blind Astronomer Listens to the Universe," and James R. Riordon, author of...

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Huge thanks to our book authors, Lindsay Cordero & Melanie D.G. Kaplan, for yesterday's talk about the role that dogs have played in scientific efforts. If you missed the webinar, check out our YouTube channel to find the complete video recording. Watch the video: 🔗 www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjjm...

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Book Talk: Paws-itive Results: How Dogs Help Science

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Upcoming webinar: Join us on Monday, December 1 at 7 PM for a book talk on the intersection between dogs and science, with a special focus on one doggo profession: truffle hunting. Register: 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

We had a great time tonight with everyone who came to our happy hour for federal workers. See you next time, ducks 🦆!

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Upcoming event: Join us on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 3-5 PM at the Reservoir Park Recreation Center playground to mingle and chat about science writing while the kids roam free. Light snacks will be provided for the kids, and in case of bad weather, the gathering will move to an indoor spot.

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Upcoming event: Join us for a joint happy hour with local scientists and federal workers on Wednesday, November 12, at Ris from 5:30-7:30 PM. Network with fellow science writers, local scientists, and federal workers, and enjoy reduced price cocktails and bar bites.

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

It’s official! 🔔 Registration is open for our annual holiday party to be held on Friday, December 5 in Busboys and Poets. Get your tickets while they last: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/event-6415252

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

Save the date for DCSWA's annual holiday party 🎉 : on Friday, December 5, we'll gather in Busboys and Poets for a night of fun conversations, drinks and good food. This year, following our tradition to host a book giveaway, we'll be introducing an open mic session for members...

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

Science journalists: the Uproot Project is hosting a series of events on environmental reporting in Washington, DC, from October 20–23, with a special focus on trust in the media. Full lineup and registration information here: 🔗 sej.org/calendar/upr...

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

Snaps from Thursday night’s Quacktoberfest! 🦆🍻 Thanks for coming out to gather with us. For more events like this, become a DCSWA member to access the Quacker newsletter: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/join-us

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Upcoming event: experience the future of AI at the University of Maryland on Thursday, Oct. 16 from 10 AM to 2 PM, including interactive demos from safer autonomous vehicles to sustainable oyster populations.

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Upcoming event: Join us on Sunday, Oct. 18 from 3-4 PM at Because Science for a crafting party. We’ll be creating collages from electronic waste for roughly an hour and then head to a nearby restaurant for some food.

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Are you enjoying the benefits of networking with DMV science writers and want to become part of our community? Consider becoming a DCSWA member, which includes access to our exclusive newsletter, jobs board, social events, and more perks! Join us today: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/join-us

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Upcoming event: Join us on Thursday, Oct. 9 from 6-8 PM at Prost DC for some Bavarian-themed foods and drinks along with our friends from ASJA, SEJ, and NASW. Registration is not required, and the closest metro station is Gallery Place-Chinatown. 📍Address: 919 5th St NW, Washington, DC 20001.

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Let's stay in check with our Science Writing Accountability Group. Join us for any of the dates below. Upcoming morning dates: Oct. 10 and Nov 14. at 11:00 AM. Register here: 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bZxK58h7TkeC33eA3iVdkQ#/registration

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Our first hike of the Fall 🍂 yesterday went AWESOME! Thanks to our local geologist and tour guide Callan Bentley for all the fun and learning. Check out his YouTube channel for more: 🔗 www.youtube.com/@callanbentley

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

We had a great time yesterday at Crooked Run Fermentation with our friends from the Johns Hopkins University Science Writing Program. If you're interested in building community for DMV science writers, partner with us: 🔗 dcswa.org/contact-us/

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

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D.C. Science Writers Association @dcswa.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Ramboll invites reporters to a webinar on Sept. 24 at 1 PM ET about its forthcoming white paper on ways to mitigate the environmental footprint of data centers, which will include a Q&A with the paper's author. Register: 🔗c.ramboll.com/net-zero-data-centers-how-to-mitigate-enviro-energy-impacts

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Net-Zero Data Centers: How to Mitigate Enviro, Energy Impacts

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