Wishing all Duponters a happy Presidents & Mardis Gras weekend! đźŽ
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DCCA's February membership meeting was held online via zoom and we were pleased to see neighbors and friends. Members heard from the staff of the AG's office whose role is to advocate for the public interest before the Zoning Commission and Board of Zoning Administration. We will share more information about how this office can help individuals and community groups at a later time.
There was a lively discussion of the Connecticut Avenue Streetscape and Deckover projects, for which the construction plans had been shared at a public meeting on January 30th. Many concerns about the project were expressed, which will be taken up at further community meetings, such as the ANC2B Mobility Committee meeting on February 21st. Of immediate concern was to initiate a safety plan for 19th Street and adjacent blocks, which have long suffered traffic congestion and will be affected by these projects. A resolution for a 19th Street safety plan was passed unanimously.
There were also updates and discussion of the developing plans for upzoning and redevelopment of the police and fire stations at 17th and U Streets, local liquor license protests, and the development at the Masonic Temple.
We look forward to seeing members at next month's meeting on Monday, March 6th
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Not yet a DCCA member or need to renew for 2023? The time is now!
Click here to join or renew online or download the form to renew by mail.
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Thursday Eve - Artwalk Dupont |
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Thursday, February 17th
ArtWalk Dupont takes place on the third Thursday of each month and features the Dupont Circle arts community. The monthly event includes a gallery walk, live performances, and public art activations.
Take a look at the website to learn more about the extended hours, and open admission at many neighborhood galleries like the Phillips, Hillyer, Studio, Pen Arts Mei and more.
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Ward 2 Gun Violence Roundtable with Pinto |
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March 3 – 6
Online
Ward 2 Councilmember Brooke Pinto announced an emergency three-day public roundtable on gun violence on March 3rd, 4th, and 6th for the community to discuss solutions and coordinate between government agencies focused on the important work of preventing and responding to this violence. The goal of this event is to hear directly from you about how gun violence is impacting your life and what you want to see implemented to address the crisis and bring our government partners and experts to the same table to focus on immediate solutions.
Click here for more information here.
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Flower Power - Orchid Festival |
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Saturday, February 17th - April 30th
US Botanic Garden
The 27th annual joint orchid exhibit will showcase the Smithsonian Gardens’ extensive orchid collections. In the Tropics house, hundreds of orchids will provide vibrant bursts of color at ground level and suspended in the air, and two 9-foot-tall tree sculptures covered with hundreds of epiphytic orchids will be a colorful photo opportunity.
Click here for more details.
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Friday, February 24th
5:00 – 7:00 PM
1304 Wisconsin Avenue
Shop Made in DC offers a range of DIY self-guided classes. Next week its Georgetown location has a watercolors class. The $20 admission includes two complimentary glasses of wine while you watercolor art inspired by our maker designs. This DIY event is self-guided and a ticket gets you seat at the table, two prints to paint, and access to shared supplies! Click here for info on classes.
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Special After Hours at National Gallery |
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Second Thursday of March, April, and May
6:00 – 9:00 PM
The East Building's popular after-hours program includes themed evenings with music, live performances, artmaking, pop-up talks, and more.
Registration is required and opens one week in advance at noon; just click on the register button. A limited number of passes will become available online at 10:00 a.m. the morning of each event, and a few additional passes will be available at the door—first-come, first-served—starting at 5:30 p.m.
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Documentary Film Screening In Dupont |
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February 19, 21, 21, 26
Edlavitch DCJCC
1529 16th Street
Neighbors have been talking about the release of The First Step, a new documentary exploring the inner workings of D.C. politics and culture. The film is currently screening in the neighborhood, at the Edlavitch DCJCC. As one member recently raved, "This is a wonderful movie about trying to change things through endless tedious work, compromise and collaboration."
Tickets are $14 general admission and $12 for seniors and students. Click here for more information including showtimes and ticketing.
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đź‘‘ Register for the Ms. Senior DC Pageant đź‘‘
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Calling all residents who are age 60 or older and interested in becoming Ms. Senior DC 2023!
You can submit your application today to qualify as a contestant in this year’s Ms. Senior DC Pageant. Deadline for submission is Friday, March 17.
Visit dacl.dc.gov to learn more about submitting your application.
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DCCA Non-Profit Accountant Needed |
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DCCA is in search of an accountant to handle its non-profit reporting needs on a cyclical basis. Our reporting requirements are minimal, and we prefer to work with someone either in the neighborhood or at least in DC. Please contact our Treasurer, Lance Salonia at treasurer@dupont-circle.org, if you have experience in non-profit accounting and are interested in this opportunity, or have a colleague who is. Looking forward to hearing from you!
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D.C. Could Face A Shelter Shortage Later This Year - LINK
Police identify man fatally stabbed near Dupont Circle (wapo/paywall) - LINK
Duke’s Grocery Dupont closing for renovations ahead of 10-year anniversary - LINK
President Biden Orders Valentine’s Day Takeout From Le Diplomate - LINK
Cherry Blossom Indicator Tree Is Budding In February (!) - LINK
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Dupont Circle Citizens Association | info@dupont-circle.org | www.dupont-circle.org |
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