Neighborhood News, Wine, Cheese and Rats - a night out with DCCA!
We were excited to see many of you at our in-person October membership meeting.

DCCA President, Susan Volman, kicked off the meeting with a welcome and Gerard Brown from the DC Health Department talked about the rat problem in DC, how it changed during the pandemic, and the efforts to reduce it. Mr. Brown said his department has only 17 full-time employees, so rat control is a community effort, with home and business owners sharing the responsibilities, especially for proper trash containment, and that the Health Department works closely with the Department of Public Works and other DC Departments on this issue.

DCCA updates included the status of the possible surplussing of the DC property at 17th and U Streets, and bike lane and alcohol license issues. It was a joy to share a glass of wine and snacks after the meeting adjourned. We hope to see you at the next meeting on Monday, November 7th.

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DCCA's Streatery Awards for Contribution to the Neighborhood
Streateries have changed the street landscape in Dupont Circle. DC launched the current temporary Streatery Program in May 2020 to help keep restaurants running despite the financial hardships posed by the pandemic. The neighborhood will see a new generation of streateries in 2023. Permits for current streateries will expire and new streateries will require approval under regulations to be published by spring 2023. 

Dupont Circle Citizens Association is launching a Streatery Award, to recognize the effort that some restaurants have put into designing and maintaining these temporary extensions. Winning restaurants will be publicly recognized by DCCA. Eaton DC have kindly offered a complimentary weekend stay which DCCA will provide to the winning restaurant for them to pass on to the staff who they consider have worked particularly hard to make their streatery a success.

An expert panel is being set up to recommend the best performers and DCCA will shortly be surveying its members to seek their views on streateries in the Dupont Circle neighborhood. Keep an eye out for more details on the survey!
Halloween Concert - The Phantom of the Opera
Saturday, October 15th
DC Scottish Rite Center
2800 16th Street
7:00 - 9:00 PM

Celebrate Halloween with this one-of-a-kind concert experience. International sensation organist Tedde Gibson improvises to a live screening of Rupert Julian's 1925 silent horror film classic - The Phantom of the Opera.

Advance Reservations Required to Attend - Friends and Family are Welcome. Click here to register (free).
Lil' Goblins Parade - Fun for Young and Old!
Saturday, October 29th
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Stead Park

DCCA is delighted to be a sponsor of the 11th Annual Little Goblins Parade along with the Logan Circle Community Association and others. The parade will assemble at Logan Circle at 12:45 p.m. and parade up and down P street, ending at Stead Park Field for games and entertainment at 2 p.m.
Goblin Parade Volunteers Needed!
Volunteers are needed from 1:00 - 2:00 PM at parade street intersections and to help disburse goodies outside of businesses participating as treat stops.

Please email Joelle Myers if you are interested at myersjoelle@gmail.com. 
Keegan Hosts Free Show for Dupont Neighbors
Friday, October 21st
8:00 PM
Keegan Theatre

Elegies: A Song Cycle officially opens on October 22nd, but neighbors are invited to attend for FREE on October 21st. Tickets can be reserved on the website, by emailing boxoffice@keegantheatre.com, or calling 202-265-3767.

See you at the show!
Whitman Walker Annual End HIV Walk
Saturday, October 22nd
Gateway DC Pavillion
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The 36th Annual Walk to End HIV, presented by DC-based non-profit Whitman-Walker, will take place on Saturday, October 22, on the grounds of Saint Elizabeths – soon to be their new home.
 
The Walk to End HIV is Whitman-Walker’s signature fundraiser that calls on thousands to strap up their shoes and walk or run to support Whitman-Walker’s mission of providing dependable, high-quality, comprehensive and accessible health care to those living with or affected by HIV.

Click here to register or donate online.
👠👠 35th Annual High Heel Race 👠👠
crowd
Tuesday, October 25th
17th Street, between R and P Streets
7:00 - 11:00 PM

The Annual 17th Street High Heel Race is a time to celebrate the diversity of DC’s LGBTQ+ community and join thousands of costumed spectators cheer on costumed drag queens, drag kings and community members as they race down 17th Street NW. Lively and filled with drag entertainment, a parade, and much more, you won’t want to miss this DC tradition!

Protip - head down early if you want prime streatery and patio seating along 17th! For more info about the event click here!
Do Your Part Dupont - Keep Your Sidewalk and Tree Boxes Clean!
Friendly Reminder that under DC regulations it's the responsibility of property owners to keep the sidewalk and the tree boxes adjacent to their property clean and tidy – this includes both the front and side for corner lots. We appreciate neighbors shoveling a path in winter but also encourage you to take a look around and clear or recycle any trash or debris that has settled by your doors - your neighbors and the trees trying to thrive in the tree boxes, will thank you!
Dupont Sights and Sounds
This talented artist was spotted just outside T Street Garden sharing his talent with neighbors and nature. We did a little sleuthing and learned more about our neighborhood artist. Click here to learn more about this Jordan Johnson local performer, composer and teacher!

And Jordan - thank you for being one of the many ways of making a Dupont afternoon feel special!
Newslinks of Note
Planning Commission Approves Final Plans For D.C.’s First Elevated Public Park - LINK

Another bus from Texas drops off 38 migrants at VP Kamala Harris' home in DC - LINK

New crossing signal in Adams Morgan! - LINK

Sichuan Flavor Master Peter Chang Plants His First Flag in Dupont This Month - LINK

DC Ramen Shop Daikaya Wants to Send You to Japan for Free - LINK

Here’s Everything You Need To Know About Initiative 82 - LINK

Catch nearly 40 Movies From Around The World At The Immigration Film Festival - LINK
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