The DCCA Member-Only January Resolutions Party Returns!
Save the date – we haven’t celebrated since 2020!
 
When: Monday, January 22nd
Where: Mansion on O
 
6:30: Self-guided tours of the O Street Museum
7:30-9:30: Dessert and Champagne Celebration
 
Invitations and will be sent to members at a later date.
Look Ahead: 2024 Membership Meetings
As a reminder our membership meetings are held on the first Monday of the month. Due to the New Year's Holiday our next meeting will be held on Monday, February 5th.

We looking forward to spending more time with you in 2024! The DCCA programming committee is planning an interesting line up of topics and meeting locations for the new year and we look forward to seeing you at each.

DCCA in-person meetings are open to the public but only resident members can vote.
Reminder: Renewal Time

Reminder that DCCA memberships are annual and those who have not renewed for 2024 will be receiving email reminders in the weeks ahead. You can renew online by logging in at the top of our home page or by sending in your form and check by mail.
Not yet a DCCA member? New memberships start at just $15.
Click here to join or renew online or download the form to renew by mail.
Special Election ANC 2B
There will be a special election for the current vacancy for ANC single member district 2B07 on Thursday, January 4th, 2024. The special election will take place in the vestibule of St. Thomas’ Parish at 1517 18th Street NW. Polls will be open from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm. You must be a registered voter in single member district 2B07, the boundaries of which can be found here.
Greening the Holidays
Reuse DC Holiday Guide Available
The Reuse DC Holiday Guide encourages sustainable shopping and gift-wrapping practices to make your holiday season more memorable and less wasteful.

Holiday Lights Recycling at MOM’s Organic Market
Holiday lights are being collected for recycling at all MOM’s Organic Market locations through January 31. All holiday lights are accepted, working or not working. For more information, see https://momsorganicmarket.com/holiday-lights-2023/
Holiday Events
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History of Jewish Washington Walking Tour on Dec 25
A walking tour about notable Jewish contributions to DC history. This tour goes through the Judiciary Square and Gallery Place neighborhoods highlighting the stories of Jewish-American Washingtonians who made their mark. Click to read more. Tickets $25

Christmas Sing Along For the Young at Heart! Bring the kids to the Kennedy Center through December 24th for a merry tour of Christmas favorites that will have the family singing all the way home. Expect a visit from Santa, Frosty, and Rudolph! Click to read more. Tickets $20.

Downtown Holiday Market Open through December 23rd The 19th Annual Downtown Holiday Market, Washington D.C.’s outdoor shopping village, kicks off the holiday season. Click here for more info on market hours and vendors.

Livestream National Cathedral Gospel Christmas on Dec 22nd at 6 pm
In person tickets are sold out but the Cathedral is offering a livestream of the event. Gather as they tell the story, through music, poetry, and scripture, in their annual Gospel Christmas service. Featuring the Cathedral Contemporary Ensemble, Washington Performing Arts Children of the Gospel Choir and the Jason Max Ferdinand Singers.
Jump Start Your Fitness Resolution
With a city sponsored New Year's Day Fun Run!

The 10th annual FITDC Fresh Start 5K will be held on New Years Day.
  • Where: Freedom Plaza (1455 Pennsylvania Ave NW)
  • When: Monday, January 1, 2024,

Those who register in advance will receive a commemorative t-shirt, runner’s bib, and medal. To register click HERE
Newslinks of Note
Downtown Red Line Metro Stations Closed Until New Year’s Eve - LINK

Jim Toole, Beloved Former Capitol Hill Books Owner, Dies At 86 - LINK

Barnes & Noble returning to former Georgetown retail space - LINK

These Were the DC Area’s Most Popular Library Books in 2023 - LINK

Dupont's Del Sur Closed in December - LINK

Dog Haus Biergarten Dupont Now Open! - LINK

Dupont’s Amparo Fondita Showcases Vibrant Mexican Cuisine - LINK
Wishing all our Dupont neighbors a peaceful and restorative holiday break. We cannot wait to see what 2024 has in store for Dupont Circle!

Good Tidings, Every One!
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