Happy Thanksgiving Dupont Circle!
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DCCA has had a non-stop year of planning, communicating, and connecting neighbors on issues impacting our neighborhood. We have loved seeing new faces at membership meetings and find the return to in-person meetings a powerful way to reunite and share views on issues of the day. We have been equally pleased to kneel beside neighbors as we plant and weed our shared green spaces and hope that all of you have enjoyed the fruits of that labor.

For those who still have not joined - we encourage you to lend your support with a membership or sponsorship and hope to see you at an upcoming meeting, social hour, garden session or event!

DCCA is happy to be giving thanks for neighbors and new friends.

December Meeting: Sharing the Holiday Spirit
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Monday, December 4th
7:00 PM
The Chastelton Ballroom
1701 16th Street NW

We invite you to attend the December meeting and join members of the DCCA community in learning more about our neighbors experiencing food insecurity and what we as a community can do to help. You will have a chance to hear from several organizations working on the issue in Northwest DC.

You will also have a chance to enjoy holiday music from a local choir and we encourage you to bring any boxed or canned food item to be shared with families in need.
Holiday Tree Sale to Benefit Ross Elementary
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November 24 & 26
December 2 & 3
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Ross Elementary
1730 R Street NW

The Ross PTA is hosting its 15th Annual Holiday Tree Sale on the field at Ross Elementary over two weekends. A variety of Fraser fir trees is available, as well as wreaths.

Receive a discount when you pre-order your trees and wreaths online by Nov 24th.  You can also have your items delivered (within a set boundary) for an additional fee. All proceeds benefit the Ross PTA.
Holidays Kick off with Lights
Saturday, November 25th
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Kick off the holiday season with lights, live music, balloon artists, face painters, holiday treats and more. NBC4’s Eun Yang will host the 75-foot tree lighting ceremony and countdown.

Thursday, November 30th
The 101st National Christmas Tree Lighting this year! The National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on the Ellipse in President’s Park. Tickets required for lighting ceremony. The ceremony will be broadcast on CBS on December 15th.

Thursday, December 7th
1450 Pennsylvania Avenue
National Menorah Lighting on the Ellipse in President’s Park, the National Menorah Lighting features musical performances and special guests, with options to attend in-person or watch the ceremony virtually.
Zoo Lights Returns!
Select Evenings Nov 24th - Dec 30th

This year, ZooLights will have a ticket price of $6 per individual. Each attendee, including children over the age of 2, will need a ticket. Parking is available for pre-purchase online at $30 per vehicle. Daytime parking tickets are not valid for ZooLights parking. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit animal care and conservation science at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. Click here for info and ticketing.
Shop Local - at the Dupont Holiday Pop Up!
Saturday, December 2
12:00 - 5:00 PM
Along CT Avenue, P Street & 17th Street

The Historic Dupont Circle Main Streets Holiday Pop Up is a shopping day that features handmade pottery, textiles, wood crafts, jewelry, home decor, bath and beauty, candles and so much more.

New this year, visitors will enjoy roving carolers and hot chocolate and popcorn in Dupont Circle park! Click here for more information.
Giving Tuesday - Consider a Tax Deductible DCCA Contribution
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Giving Tuesday is a time to step back from Black Friday spending and choose organizations and causes to support with a charitable donation.

The Dupont Circle Citizens Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit run by its all-volunteer board. We ask for your consideration on Giving Tuesday as your memberships and patronage help cover the costs of our meeting spaces, communications, technology, software programs (to create eblasts like this!), grants, gardening supplies, and more.

Thank you to neighbors supporting neighbors!
Look Who is Dressed Up and Ready for the Holiday...

The Dupont Circle Fountain was see this week with water flowing and area streetlights adding a twinkling glow! This is a sight for sore eyes and a welcome serendipity to kick off the holiday season. 🤞🏻
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