Thanks to all members who joined the March meeting to discuss ANC/SMD redistricting with the volunteer taskforce. The discussion raised important points, provided an important way to info share and allowed taskforce volunteers to hear your questions and concerns.
We look forward to seeing you again at the April 4th membership meeting where we will usher in spring with a presentation on trees and parks, discuss DCCA Board nominations and other local updates.
Not yet a member? Click here to join DCCA - memberships start at $15.
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Ongoing Redistricting Taskforce Meetings |
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The ANC-SMD redistricting taskforce discussions are still ongoing, with weekly meetings. Information about the process, links to draft maps, videos of past meetings, and registration for future webinars can be found on the taskforce website. Written testimony can be submitted, before March 22nd for best effect, to vcasarrubias@dccouncil.us.
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K Street Transitway Meeting |
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Thursday, March 24
6:00 PM
Online
DDOT invites the public to a virtual project meeting to present an overview of the Transitway project and discuss features and status. The Transitway will feature two separated bus lanes and protected bicycle lanes in the center of K Street from 12th Street NW to 21st Street NW. The project will include Vision Zero safety improvements, curbside management enhancements, and other streetscape elements.
Event Number: 2303 763 5032
Event Password: March24!
Dial-in Option (Audio Only): 1-202-860-2110. Access Code: 2303 763 5032.
The WebEx system will prompt you for an attendee ID, this is not required. Press the # key to join the meeting.
For additional information visit the project website.
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Tuesday, March 29
7:00 - 9:00 PM
640 Rhode Island Ave NE
Washington Area Bike Association is partnering with Greater Greater Washington to organize a candidate forum for DC Council Chair and Mayor. The event will be moderated by WAMU reporters Jordan Pascale and Amanda Gomez.
The event and its livestream are co-sponsored by: Black Millennials 4 Flint, Moms Clean Air Force DC Chapter, The Coalition for Smarter Growth, DC Environmental Network, Citizens’ Climate Lobby – DC, Sunrise Movement -DC
RSVP for the in-person or live stream event can be reserved here. When you RSVP you can submit an audience question.
Wednesday, March 30
7:00 PM
Online
Empowering DC and a group of sponsoring organizations are holding a forum to learn more about the affordable housing positions of the candidates running for DC Council At-Large in the June 21 Democratic Primary. This event will be moderated by Sebrena Rhodes, Empower DC, Daniel del Pielago, Empower DC, and Ed Lazere, DC for Democracy.
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Alma Thomas at the Smithsonian |
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In case you missed the recent Alma Thomas exhibit at the Phillips Collection, a recent Harpers Bazaar article refers to Alma Thomas as the Godmother of Afrofuturism and talks about her breathtaking art, her success and her early roots as a public school teacher in Shaw and first student to graduate from Howard University's art department, and her ground breaking achievements, the first Black woman to have an exhibition at the Whitney Museum of American Art and enter the White House collection.
Her work can be seen at the Smithsonian who will also host an exhibition of her work in 2023 which will then travel across the U.S.
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YOGA PLAY Comedy at Keegan! |
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Thursday-Saturday March 26-April 23
8:00 PM
Keegan Theatre presents Dipika Guha's YOGA PLAY. Joan has been hired to stabilize Jojomon, a yoga apparel giant, after its CEO is brought down by a fat-shaming scandal. But just as she finds her stride, more trouble surfaces and sales plummet. Joan comes up with a plan so risky that it could make or break the company and her career — and what it requires from her CFO, Raj, is far beyond the call of duty. This sharp comedy asks what it takes to find your own authenticity in a world determined to sell enlightenment.
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DCist profiles Sisters who own Ukrainian Bakery.
World Kitchen, founded by DC's José Andrés is on the ground in Poland and Ukraine feeding refugees and residents. Read more about their efforts.
The Saint Andrew Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral of Metropolitan Washington DC will be hosting a Ukrainian Bazaar again to raise money for humanitarian aid on Sunday. |
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The Washingtonian reports that two Quonset Huts will be razed unless someone wants to relocate them.
Click to read more about the huts that were developed for the U.S. Navy during WWII and their various uses throughout history.
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Tonight
6:30 - 8:00 PM
Dumbarton House
Learn about the history of needlework and pick up a new craft at an interactive workshop at Dumbarton House. During this workshop you will have a chance to examine historic samplers from the museum’s collection, hear about the history of needlework and start your very own cross stitch. All the materials will be provided, as well as a one-of-a-kind pattern based on a sampler from our collection.
$25 Fee includes materials - click here for more information. |
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In Budget Proposal, Bowser Aims To Hire More Police And Dramatically Increase Funding For Housing - LINK
Uber, Lyft, And D.C. Taxis Add Surcharge To Defray Rising Gas Costs - LINK
Some Howard University Faculty Plan To Strike Next Week, Claiming The School Is Bargaining In Bad Faith - LINK
Boogy & Peel coming to Dupont Circle - LINK
Anju Chef, Oyster Oyster Among Local Nominees For James Beard Awards - LINK
Angelina Jolie Is Becoming a Regular at Indian Restaurant Rasika - LINK
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Dupont Circle Citizens Association | info@dupont-circle.org | www.dupont-circle.org |
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