Recap of a WILD Membership Meeting! |
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DCCA members and friends held our December 5th membership meeting at the Keegan Theatre, on the set of their current production of Irish Carol. Alexis Hartwick, Managing Director, gave us an overview of Keegan and their presence in Dupont Circle, and Jared Graham, Director of Education, told us about Keegan’s education and community engagement activities.
For the main event, we had talks on Wildlife in DC. Jim Monsma, from City Wildlife delighted us with pictures of baby animals that City Wildlife has fostered for re-release and imparted the important message to call City Wildlife before bringing in baby birds or mammals that appear to be abandoned, because sometimes their moms are just off getting food. Dan Rauch, a wildlife biologist at DOEE focused on birds in DC, with many wonderful pictures. He noted that over 320 bird species have been observed in DC, because we have so many different types of habitats, with our parks, streams, and rivers, and new species add to the count every year or so. He called our attention to the Stream Restoration project in the Arboretum, where besides birds, there are resident beavers and otters have been spotted.
Afterwards, we enjoyed wine and snacks in Keegan’s lobby.
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And the Streatery Award Winner Is...Annie's Paramount Steak House! |
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We invite you to join us for a special Happy Hour awards ceremony at Annie's TONIGHT at 5:30 pm!
Earlier this week we announced the winner of the Streatery Award to DCCA members. DCCA recently conducted a survey of its members and established an expert panel to review the survey results and to identify the winner of the DCCA Streatery Award for Contributions to the Neighborhood.
Annie’s Streatery was highly regarded by DCCA survey respondents for its attractive design, for the effective use being made of public space, for its maintenance and cleanliness and for its safe design for people who walk, bike and drive. The Award Panel noted in addition that Annie’s Streatery was “fun, spirited and consistent with the theme of the restaurant.” The Eaton DC hotel has kindly provided a complimentary weekend stay for the Award winner.
DCCA is proud to be a connecting space for neighborhood voices. Dupont Circle Citizens Association President, Susan Volman, will be presenting Annie's with the award this evening.
Click here to read more about the DCCA Streatery Award criteria, honorable mentions of other restaurants and overall feedback on neighborhood streateries.
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ANC 2B to Host a Discussion on Placemaking |
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Wednesday, December 14th
6:15 - 7:00 PM
Online
The ANC will host informal discussions with national experts to explore topics of community interest.
The next discussion will take place just ahead of the ANC’s regular meeting time. This discussion will focus on placemaking. “Placemaking” is a planning and design approach to shaping public spaces and places that meet local needs, aspirations, desires, and visions. During this December discussion leading practitioners in the field will share how peer communities are successfully deploying placemaking concepts to grow their economies, attract new business, and encourage greater levels of civic engagement.
If you do not have a computer or access to the internet, you may join the discussion via phone at (301) 715-8592 or (646) 558-8656 with meeting ID 880 1602 1565 #.
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K Street Transitway Project Meeting |
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Wednesday, December 14th
6:00 – 7:30 PM
Online
DDOT is conducting a virtual project meeting to share the status of the K Street Transitway Project. The project team will present the final design and identify enhancements that have been incorporated since the last public meeting on March 24, 2022.
Event Number: 2309 202 7343 Password: December14!
For more information about the public meetings click here to visit the project website,
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Free Irish Carol Performance at the Keegan for Dupont Neighbors! |
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Wednesday, December 14th
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Keegan Theatre
The Keegan's holiday tradition is back! An Irish Carol is an homage to Dickens’ classic – told as only the Irish can. This comic and touching play, set in a modern Dublin pub, follows one evening in the life of David, a wealthy pub owner who has lost touch with his own humanity in the interest of self-protection and material success. But on this Christmas Eve – challenged by a voice from the past, provoked by those in the present, and faced with the reality of a lonely future – David’s life may change forever.
Performances December 15-December 31.
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December 2nd-January 6th
Joan Hisaoka Healing Arts Gallery
1632 U Street NW
Founded in 2008, the Joan Hisaoka Healing Arts Gallery at Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, is a nonprofit arts space in North Dupont. Binaries is a solo exhibition that features artworks by the internationally exhibited Iraqi artist Qais Al-Sindy. On canvas, Al-Sindy paints the duality of human experience and the complex relationships between themes such as love and hate, war and peace, autonomy and dependence.
To learn more about the gallery and exhibit click here.
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Saturday & Sunday December 10-11 & 17-18
11:00 - 6:00 PM
1636 R Street NW
Mikko's holiday market offers gifts, chocolates, freshly baked pastries, glögg and other goodies. Brunch will also be available from 11am - 4pm.
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US Air Force Band and Childrens Choir at DAR |
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Saturday, December 10
3:00 and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 11th
3:00 PM
Washington Performing Arts latest collaboration with The United States Air Force Band joined by guest artists the Washington Performing Arts Children of the Gospel Choir, Singing Sergeants, the Virginia Ballet Company, and other special guests. Children of all ages are invited to join Mr. and Mrs. Claus on stage for a holiday sing-along as part of the program.
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Four Seasons Holiday Market |
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Through December 18th
Fridays, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm; Saturdays & Sundays, 12:00 noon – 7:00 pm
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, the front drive of Four Seasons Hotel in Georgetown hosts market stalls featuring unique gifts and culinary offerings created by local craftspeople and artisans. There is musical entertainment, lights, and snow displays, as well as a Bourbon Steak Hot Chocolate Bar. A percentage of your hot chocolate or coffee purchase goes directly to Children’s National.
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Street Closures And Metro Disruptions Coming Next Week Due To U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit - LINK
D.C. Council Advances Bill That Makes Metrobus Service Free - LINK
D.C. Council Approves Series Of Significant Criminal Justice Reforms - LINK
As NBC4’s Pat Collins Retires, Remembering Some Of His Greatest Hits - LINK
Hook Hall Owner Brings Pickleball Complex, Indoor Roller Rink To NE - LINK
Best Holiday Teas in DC Area - LINK
Where to Find Feasts of the Seven Fishes Around DC for Christmas Eve - LINK
Where to Celebrate Hanukkah Around DC - LINK
How The D.C. Area Is Celebrating Kwanzaa, Starting This Weekend - LINK
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Dupont Circle Citizens Association | info@dupont-circle.org | www.dupont-circle.org |
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