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Wat ering Alert
August is here, but our friends at Casey Trees remind us that adequate rainfall is not.

Newly planted trees — those that have been in the ground less than three years — require 25 gallons of water, approximately 1.5 inches of rainfall, per week to survive, since your young trees won’t get 1.5 inches of rain it’s time to water them!
DCPSC Will Examine Root Cause Power Outage in Northwest DC
The Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia issued a press release on July 29 to announce that it is investigating the Pepco power outage that affected more than 39,000 District utility consumers after a Pepco substation in Northwest DC experienced an equipment issue. 

As the District’s utility regulator, the Commission’s investigation will focus on the cause of the outage and evaluate measures that Pepco can undertake to prevent a recurrence of such power outages. In addition, pursuant to the Electric Quality of Service Standards adopted by the Commission, Pepco must submit a detailed report of this outage within five days of the incident.

For more information and to download the complete press release visit the DCPSC web page .
Table for Two?
August 12-18
Citywide

Between Aug. 12-18 over 100 restaurants across the DC area, including many fabulous venues here in Dupont Circle , will offer three-course, prix-fixe meals for brunch, lunch and dinner, with brunch and lunch priced at $22 and dinner at $35.

Click here to find participating restaurants.
Kiplinger Research Library
Tuesday, August 27
801 K Street NW
5th Floor Community Room

The Historical Society of Washington, D.C. will re-open the Kiplinger Research Library on August 27 in the newly restored Carnegie Library.
The Library is a non-circulating special collections library, supported by members and open to all. You will be able to make an appointment to explore the history of our city through thousands of original documents, maps, photographs, books, and ephemera.

Research appointments will be available beginning opening day. Library staff will start responding to email inquiries on August 20. To request an appointment or for other research queries, email library@dchistory.org . To learn more click here .
Spotlight on 2018 House Tour Sponsors
I think we can all agree that Dupont Circle's 17th Street is best enjoyed by patio and our own Java House offers up a spacious spot to sip a coffee or tea while you peruse their impressive menu of offerings.

Grab a coffee to go or sit down, say hi to a neighbor, and stay awhile. Thank you Java House for caffeine-ating our days and being a committed supporter to the 2018 DCCA House Tour.
Poolside Arts Support
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Friday August 9
5:00 – 9:00 PM
Sit poolside with the Hillyer team and check out the panoramic view of DC from the roof of the Embassy Row Hotel. There will be snacks, DIY activities and socializing amid a beautiful sunset.

$1 from every order of wine, cocktails, draft beer, and bar bites will be donated to Hillyer to support IA&A at Hillyer’s free public programs and exhibitions!

Learn more HERE
Local News Link of Note
Check Out the Bus Stop Islands/Protected Bike Lane Going In On 14th Street LINK

‘More paving than ever before’ — DC addresses record potholes LINK

Rats! D.C. is seeing more rat complaints than in the past, report says LINK

DC will permit shared mopeds on city streets under a new pilot program LINK


Japanese Art Exhibition at the National Gallery LINK
Join us for another year of civic engagement. Your neighborhood needs you! 
Thanks to those who have rejoined already!! 
DCCA membership is open to residents, businesses and supporters of the Dupont Circle neighborhood according to the Association's Bylaws. Benefits include discounts from preferred merchants, community service events and social get-togethers!
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