December 8, 2023
Dear Washingtonians,
The holiday season is here and that means one of my favorite events of the year is just around the corner: the Fresh Start 5K on January 1, 2024!
This is our tenth Fresh Start 5K and we want everyone who has ever joined us on New Year's Day to join us again, and we want those who have never been to the 5K to make this your inaugural Fresh Start 5K.
Those who register in advance will receive a commemorative t-shirt, runner?s bib, and medal. And to save time on New Year's Day, you can pick up your items on Thursday, December 28 and Friday, December 29 from 10:00 a.m. ? 4:00 p.m. at one of the following four locations:
- Columbia Heights Community Center (1480 Girard Street NW)
- Edgewood Recreation Center (300 Evarts Street NE)
- Deanwood Community Center (1350 49th Street NE)
- Takoma Aquatic Center (300 Van Buren Street NW)
On January 1, in-person registration will begin at 10:00 a.m. and the 5K will officially start at 11:00 a.m.?
This year, in celebration of ten years running, we also have a playlist to help get you moving, grooving, and training for January 1. I look forward to seeing new and familiar faces on New Year?s Day. Happy Holidays, DC!
Sincerely,
 View photos from this week?on Facebook.
 Ahead of the MySchool DC applications opening on December 11, families have the opportunity to meet with representatives from DC Public Schools and public charter schools at EdFEST.?
This Saturday, December 9, families with students entering Grades 9?12 can attend EdFEST at Eastern High School from 10:00 a.m.?to 1:00 p.m.
At EdFEST, you can ask questions about academic programs, extracurricular activities, social, emotional, and behavioral supports, and more. The goal is to help families find the best school for your child and family. Representatives will also be on-site to help families understand the school lottery process.
Learn more about and register for EdFEST HERE.
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 This Saturday, head to Sycamore & Oak for a GoGo Santa event that will offer holiday fun for all ages. The event will feature an enchanting winter wonderland, performances by the Northeast Groovers and the TOB Band, gift bag giveaways, photos with Santa, and more.?
- When: Saturday, December 9 @ 2:00 p.m.
- Where: Sycamore & Oak (1110 Oak Drive SE)?
- Learn more about the event HERE.?
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On Wednesday, December 13, join Mayor Bowser and the Department of Aging and Community Living for the 25th Annual Senior Holiday Celebration. The annual celebration will bring together seniors from across DC to enjoy music, dance, performances, food, and more!
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When: Wednesday, December 13 @ 10:00 a.m.
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Where: DC Armory (2001 East Capitol Street SE)
- RSVP to attend HERE.
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There are plenty of reasons to #BeDowntown this holiday season, including the following upcoming events:
Through December 17: Frosted at Franklin Park
From Saturday, December 2 ? Sunday, December 17, families can head to Franklin Park for winter activities, live performances, entertainment, and delectable treats. The Frosted activation features ice sculpting, a frozen candy island, a farmers market that includes gingerbread house crafting, wreath-making, and screen printing, and a holiday lane that weaves together traditions of Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, and Christmas.
There will be a special appearance by Santa Claus this Saturday, December 9 and Santa will return again on Saturday, December 16.
View the full list of Frosted events?HERE.
Through December 10: DMV Black Restaurant Week
There is still time to participate in DMV Black Restaurant Week! Learn more about DMV Black Restaurant Week and find information about participating restaurants at?dmvbrw.com.
Through December 30: The Washington Ballet?s Nutcracker
Now through December 30, The Washington Ballet?s Nutcracker is at the Warner Theatre. The ballet features the story of a George Washington Nutcracker who leads a heroic battle against the notorious Rat King. Learn more about show dates and times and purchasing tickets?HERE.
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