DCCA Members gathered online last week for a wonderful opportunity to virtually view the Phillips Collection's traveling exhibition of David Driskell: Icons of Nature and History. Phillips Curator, Adrienne Childs spoke about Driskell's work, life and time in DC. We were also fortunate to hear from Ron Hopson, a friend and former pastor of Driskell's at the People's Church, about the stained glass windows at the church designed by Driskell.

We encourage you to visit the Phillips and see these works firsthand - the exhibit remains on view through January 9^th.

DC's updated information on local testing sites, including a new PCR testing site run by CDC and FEMA on F Street, NW can be found here.

Councilmember Pinto invites the Ward 2 community to attend her office’s second annual Ward 2 Community Budget Meeting. The format for this meeting will allow residents an opportunity to sign up testify – similar to a Council hearing – in order to allow as many neighbors as possible to be heard. Each witness will have 2 minutes to share their thoughts. Click here to register.

The city has shared some updated information on licensing short term rentals, leaf blower regulations, zoning and the Senior Services provided by DCRA. Click to access the latest edition of the DCRA newsletter for details.

A longstanding Dupont Circle tradition, First Friday Dupont offers the ability to connect with modern and contemporary art by national and international artists with a special emphasis on local and up and coming artists. Enter the heart of DC’s art scene the first Friday of every month from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Click here for more information.

The Howard University Gallery of Art is preparing for its Gallery Re-opening featuring two blockbuster exhibits: Family Reunion: Portraits of Timothy J. Clark and New Acquisitions and African American Masters.

A February Gala will kick off the celebration - event and backstage pass sponsorship opportunities are still open.

You watched the falling snow in awe, you shoveled, you made soup and hot chocolate...but did you remember to watch our favorite friend frolic in the snow?

Click here to watch our new panda play!

Staying in to keep Omicron at bay? The Kennedy center has a collection of digital offerings you may like. From videos of performances of Jazz greats, to a laugh with curated playlist of SNL award receipients and beyond, it's a great place to explore local offerings at home.

A bunch of DC area restaurants are taking a winter break - LINK

Smithsonian Temporarily Closes Air and Space Museum and Reduces Schedules of Other Museums - LINK

Tim Kaine, Stranded on I-95 for 27 Hours, Finally Gets a Bowl of Pasta - LINK

ICYMI: Bidens Made Surprise Visit to Floriana - LINK

The 8 Best Places to Ski Near Washington - LINK