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SUMMARY:Faith in Peace Interfaith Concert
DESCRIPTION:Peace Out to GREAT MUSIC with So What Else and KPC Buddhist Relief! \nSo What Else is partnering with KPC Buddhist Relief to support the “Faith in Peace” Interfaith Concert\, two days before the UN International Day of Peace.  The concert supports humanitarian and relief organizations and other great peace causes at home and abroad. Enjoy great artists playing Rock\, Chorale\, Music\, Hip-Hop\, Folk music and MORE!  Your ticket supports the great work of So What Else and KPC Buddhist relief together!\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details:\n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, September 19\, 2026\nLocation: Church of the Epiphany 1317 G St NW\, Washington\, DC 20005\nTime: 5:00 pm-9:30 pm\n\n5:00-6:45 pm — Peace Open House (no tickets required)\n5:30 pm — Community Dinner (for guests who RSVP)\n7:00-9:30 pm — Interfaith Concert\n\n\n\n\nSo What Else is deeply grateful for our partners\, volunteers and supporters. In appreciation\, a limited number of complimentary tickets (including dinner) are available. Please RSVP to info@sowhatelse.org to reserve your spot!  \n\n\n\nTo support So What Else and KPC Buddhist Relief with your ticket purchase — Click here \n\n\n\n\nFor more information about the concert\, visit faithinpeaceconcerts.org.
URL:https://sowhatelse.org/event/faith-in-peace-interfaith-concert/
LOCATION:Church of the Epiphany\, 1317 G St NW\, Washington\, DC\, DC\, 20005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fighting Waste\, Feeding Families: Food Waste Prevention Week Event
DESCRIPTION:So What Else is joining partners across the nation to celebrate Food Waste Prevention Week (September 28 to October 4\, 2026). This week\, and every week\, we are driving a movement to not only reduce food waste but also address food insecurity in our communities\, save families money\, and support a healthier environment. \nJoin us at our special Food Waste Prevention Week event on October 3rd for a day of volunteering\, connection\, and support to help fight food waste and hunger in our communities. \nLend a hand in distributing food\, take a behind-the-scenes tour of the food rescue bank\, and learn about reducing food waste through composting and other sustainability efforts. A complimentary breakfast and lunch will be provided. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: Saturday\, October 3\, 2026\nTime: 9am-1pm (Volunteer shifts available 7am-3pm)\nLocation: So What Else Food Rescue Bank – 4924 Wyaconda Rd\, North Bethesda\, Maryland\n\nAgenda\n\n9:00-11:00am: Hands-On Food Distribution\n11:00-11:30am: Food Rescue Bank Tour and Q&A Session — with Co-Founder and Executive Director Dave Silbert\n11:30am-1pm: Food Waste Educational Workshop — led by our Compost Manager and Sustainability Coordinator\n\nHow To Get Involved\n\nVolunteer with us! Shifts are available between 7am-3pm. Sign up online here or reach out to volunteer@sowhatelse.org to sign up for a shift.\nBecome a donor! Join our mission today and help us Keep Food Moving. Explore the many ways to donate here.\nFor information on sponsorships\, partnerships\, and other involvement in the event\, contact info@sowhatelse.org.
URL:https://sowhatelse.org/event/2026-food-waste-prevention-week/
LOCATION:So What Else Food Rescue Bank\, 4824 Wyaconda Rd.\, North Bethesda\, MD\, 20852
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:Annual So What Else Golf & Pickleball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 26th for a fun day of friendly competition\, delicious food\, and more at the 10th Annual So What Else & Mamma Lucia’s Golf & Pickleball Tournament! \nEvent Details\n\nDate: Monday\, October 26\, 2026\nTime: 8 AM – 4 PM\nLocation: Norbeck Country Club — 17200 Cashell Road\, Rockville\, MD 20853\n\nGolf Tournament Schedule\n\n8 – 9 AM — Registration\n9 AM — Shotgun Start\n9 AM – 3PM — Golf Tournament\n2 – 4 PM — Reception\n\nPickleball Tournament Schedule\n\n9 – 10 AM — Breakfast and Welcome\n10 AM – 1:00 PM — Round Robin and Tournament Play\n1:00 PM — Sausages on the Turn – Stay and enjoy lunch with us!\n\nEveryone is also welcome to join us afterward for the Golf Reception. \n\n\n \n  \n\n\n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://sowhatelse.org/event/annual-so-what-else-golf-pickleball-tournament/
LOCATION:Norbeck Country Club\, 1720 Cashell Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20853\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising event
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SUMMARY:16th Annual So What Else Love One Another Gala
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an incredible night of delicious dinner\, drinks\, auction and performance by rock band Love Seed Mama Jump.\nWe look forward to this evening all year & hope to see you there!\nDress is beach cocktail attire. \n  \n \n\n 
URL:https://sowhatelse.org/event/26gala/
LOCATION:Lakewood Country Club\, 13901 Glen Mill Rd\, Rockville\, MD\, 20850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising event
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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Give Back Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:Give Back with So What Else This Thanksgiving\nHelp us provide Thanksgiving meals to 30\,000 families across our community. Every Thanksgiving\, So What Else hosts a week of service and giving to ensure thousands of families have a nutritious holiday meal to share together. \nLocation: So What Else Food Rescue Bank\, 4924 Wyaconda Road Rockville MD\, 20852\nDates & Times: \n\nNovember 19th & 20th 7:00 am – 6:00 pm\nNovember 21st 5:00 am – 4:00 pm\nNovember 23rd – November 25th 7:00 am- 6:00 pm\n\nIt costs just $36 to provide a Thanksgiving meal for one family\, and every gift helps ensure our neighbors can celebrate the holiday with dignity. Together\, we can make sure 30\,000 families have the food they need to celebrate Thanksgiving with hope\, dignity\, and a warm meal on the table. \nHere’s how you can help:\n\nDonate in-kind Thanksgiving food items\nVolunteer alongside our team to sort\, pack\, and distribute Thanksgiving meals throughout the week\nMake a financial contribution to feed a family via the form below!
URL:https://sowhatelse.org/event/thanksgiving2026/
LOCATION:So What Else Food Rescue Bank\, 4824 Wyaconda Rd.\, North Bethesda\, MD\, 20852
CATEGORIES:Fundraising event,Volunteer Event
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