Photo by Phil Carney
In December we announced that Annie's Paramount was the winner of the DCCA Streatery Award. DCCA Board Members and neighbors recently joined together for an early evening awards ceremony at Annie's. Nick Manning, the DCCA Board Member who spearheaded the effort and Susan Volman, DCCA President, presented Annie's with a certificate and prize.

Georgia Katinas, who is the 3rd generation Katinas and manager accepted the award on behalf of Annie's. Georgina and her father, the owner of Annie's, selected Dan Huff, a longtime bartender at Annie's (who can rock a pair of white boots!) to receive the generously donated hotel stay from the beautiful Eaton Hotel.

Click here to read more about the DCCA Streatery Award criteria, honorable mentions of other restaurants and overall feedback on neighborhood streateries

Special thanks to DCCA's finest photographer, Phil Carney, for snapping these celebratory shots!
Membership Meetings to Resume in February
DCCA Membership Meetings are held on the first Monday of the month. Because that date fell on the New Year Holiday we will not be meeting in January but we look forward to seeing members on Monday, February 6th!

With cold weather and flu season in mind, the February meeting will be conducted online via zoom and will include neighborhood updates, a speaker from the Office of the Attorney General's Equitable Land Use Section, which has recently taken on a new role to advocate for the public interest before the Zoning Commission and Board of Zoning Administration, and a Q and A!

You must be a member to attend online meetings - we will send all members a link to register later in the month.
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.
Connecticut Avenue Deckover Plans
DDOT presented the construction plans for the Connecticut Avenue Streetscape and Deckover Projects to the ANC2B Land Use and Mobility Committees in December. These plans will be presented to the public before construction begins in the summer of 2023. Click here to view.
Christmas Tree Compost Collection
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DC government is reminding residents that Christmas trees and holiday greenery will be collected between Tuesday, January 3 and Friday, March 3.

This year, trees and greenery will be collected from the front of residences that receive DPW services. Remove ornaments and lights before putting your tree out to be composted. 

Trees and greenery are typically collected by DPW crews within five days of set out. After March 3, composting is not guaranteed for trees and greenery because they are then collected with residential trash. Learn more HERE. 

Meals Provided to Dupont Unhoused by Zorba’s Cafe at Church of the Pilgrims
Since 1981, the Church of the Pilgrims has offered a simple meal and sack lunch for those in need on Sunday afternoons. Mitch Fulton, who coordinates the Open Table for the church, estimates that 15 or more individuals would not have a Sunday lunch without the program.

Zorba’s Cafe is in its seventh year of contributing soup-and-roll donations to individuals who are experiencing homelessness. According to Patricia Murphy, an Open Table volunteer leader with the Friends Meeting of Washington, Zorba’s has helped provide some 1,000 meals for the homeless since 2015. Murphy credits owners — Despina and Tina and their staff — for making the traditional Greek bean soup and homemade rolls that are a favorite for Open Table guests on the first Sunday of each month.

The Church of the Pilgrims’ Open Table is a community effort; additional volunteers and donations are welcome. To learn more click here.
Filmfest at the French Embassy
Discover or re-discover the French hits shown at the DC International Film Festival through this curated series by the Filmfest DC staff. All screenings will take place at La Maison Française located at 4101 Reservoir Road. Click here for line up and showtimes.

Tickets are $10.00 or $5.00 for students (student ID is required). Doors open at 6:30 and close at 7:00 PM. Due to strict security measures, please arrive on time, and allow extra time for security screening. Registration and valid ID are required. Masks are recommended in the auditorium.
How Well Do You Know Your Neighbor?
Take the Phillips Collection quiz to test your knowledge and learn a little more about your backyard neighborhood gem. The site also offers a glimpse of current and upcoming exhibitions!
Riding the Weather Rollercoaster 😎❄️ 🥶 ⛈
While December cast a frigid cold over holiday gatherings season, DCCA Board Member Marcy Logan also spotted signs of life - these December buds were peeking through the gate on Swann Street - surrounded by the street's signature ginko leaves!

Time will tell what's in store for us with this winter's weather!
Follow that Car!
Leave it to Pixie to make things fun - Miss Pixie's has a new promotion: If you spot the colorful and loveable Miss Pixie's pink van capture a picture and post it on your social media account. On your next visit - show off your public and post and receive a discount on your purchase! Keep your eyes peeled for pink!
Newslinks of Note
Bowser Pledges To Almost Double Number Of People Living In Downtown D.C. Over Next Five Years - LINK

DC’s New Restaurant Pay Rules Are Already Changing Dining - LINK

A DC Resident Spied for Cuba for Years. How Did She Get Away With It? - LINK

A Dairy-Free Dupont Deli Evolves Into a ‘Mini Vegan Eataly’ - LINK

A Flashy Oaxacan Restaurant From Miami Descends on Dupont Circle - LINK

Panera returning to Dupont - LINK

Spirits and Spice coming to former Starbucks space in Dupont - LINK
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