The Hillcrest Heartbeat – October 2022

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The Hillcrest Heartbeat – October 2022

In this issue, we’ll discuss ANC/SMD Redistricting, Hillcrest Day, Porchfest, Board Elections, By-Laws Updates, Ward 7 Happenings, and more.<!–

A Message from the HCCA Leadership

As the Seasons Change, So Does the HCCA
By Villareal “VJ” Johnson

For some, fall is the ideal time of the year. Not to compete with winter, spring, or summer, autumn is a season of beautiful rustic colors and nostalgic smells and tastes. From greens to yellows to reds, the trees serve as a natural kaleidoscope. The crisp morning air carries the scent of smoldering wood from fire pits, coupled with freshly brewed coffee, pumpkin spice, or apple cider, that warm your spirit. The opportunity to dress in your favorite wool sweater or jacket to go apple picking, to a pumpkin patch, or to a local winery, are just a few reasons many people love autumn.   
 
The Hillcrest Community Civic Association (HCCA) kicked off the fall season with its annual event, Hillcrest Day. This cherished event, which started in 2012, was postponed for two years due to COVID-19. Reimagined this year, Hillcrest Day offered neighbors the opportunity to listen to live musical performances, fellowship with new and old friends, enjoy painting, sample new foods, and express themselves through their uniquely decorated baskets and blankets. If you were there, please share your pictures as we would like to have them for our archives and to share them on our website. Read More >>>

Join/Renew Your HCCA Membership!

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General Membership Meetings
 

All Hillcrest residents are invited to join the association to promote the welfare of our neighborhood. Our October 1 meeting will be hybrid. You can attend in person at the Hillcrest Recreation Center or continue to join us via Zoom. 

Meetings are typically held on the first Saturday of the month from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. If you plan to attend via Zoom, please register now for the October 1 meeting!

Register for the October HCCA Meeting (Zoom only)

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Twitter: @HillcrestWard7

Instagram: @HillcrestWard7

Facebook: Hillcrest DC

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Important Information Regarding the 2022 General Election

Notice of New Ward/Advisory Neighborhood Commission/Single Member District Assignments. Residents will receive a postcard (like this one) if their address has been affected by the decennial redistricting and they are now in a new Ward or ANC/SMD. Read More >>>

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Residents Encouraged to Offer Opinions on Draft Pennsylvania Avenue Plan

The DC Office of Planning would like to announce the Draft Pennsylvania Avenue East Small Area Plan (PAESAP) has been released and is open for public comment. Online copies of PAESAP are available on the project website.  
 
The public comment period will end Sunday, October 2, 2022. Read More >>>

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Call for HCCA Nominations Now Open

We are currently seeking nominations for the Board of Directors of the Hillcrest Community Civic Association (HCCA). Those elected to each position will serve one-year terms beginning on January 1, 2023. Please review the position descriptions and consider nominating someone who you believe will work diligently in service to the HCCA community. Self-nominations are also being accepted. Read More >>>

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Time to Vote on Changes to the HCCA By-Laws

At the September meeting, the HCCA discussed the updates and suggested changes to the bylaws. Residents will vote on the updated bylaws in the October meeting. See the summary of changes. View current bylaws with edits. Questions can be sent before the meeting via email at comms@hillcrestdc.com.   

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Hillcrest Celebrates Community

Hillcrest marked the end of September with a number of family-friendly activities to bring in the fall season with a bang. Our lovely east of the river community celebrated Art All Night on September 23, Hillcrest Day on September 24, and Porchfest on September 25. Thank you to all the organizers and planners who made all these events possible.

Art All Night – Ward 7 Edition

DC Art All Night took place on Friday, September 23 in Wards 7 and 8. Participants were treated to a host of visual and performing arts, including painting, photography, sculpture, crafts, fashion, music, literary arts, dance, theater, film, and poetry, in indoor and outdoor and public and private spaces, including local businesses and restaurants. In the Hillcrest-Penn Branch communities, late-night events were hosted by the Pennsylvania Avenue East Main Street. Attendees enjoyed interactive art, vendors, and music at the DC Dream Center, a live stage at the Shops at Penn Branch, a Glow in the Dark in the Park for youngsters, and more. 

Hillcrest Day 2022: Blankets & Baskets

Hillcrest Day is an annual event hosted by the HCCA to bring together families, businesses, organizations, and politicians for a fun-filled day of food, games and engagement. This year’s event was held on Saturday, September 24, on a perfect fall day. The annual event began in 2012, but was put on hold due to the global pandemic.

This year, the HCCA urged attendees to come back outside and bring their blankets and baskets. To make it interesting, the organization received a donation of a fall basket to offer to the winner of the best display. The Miles family was the lucky winner. Attendees were treated to live musical performances which included a cellist and a jazz violinist. A few politicians were on hand to enjoy the day’s celebration as well. 

Porchfest DC Southeast Edition 

The 4th Annual Porchfest DC Southeast Edition was on Sunday, September 25 in the Hillcrest community. Birthed from the volunteer power of residents from the Penn Branch and Hillcrest communities, the community enjoyed a day of free performances on porches, lawns, and sidewalks. Over the years, the concept of hosting performances on front porches has evolved. The day’s event started with a wellness activity and a children’s party. Attendees visited porches and enjoyed vendor villages throughout the day. It culminated with a “Second Line” (New Orleans’ style jazz parade) heading to the new Skyland Town Center for a final performance.

In Washington, DC, Porchfest was first hosted in the Takoma Park neighborhood and later celebrated by Adams Morgan, Rhode Island Avenue, and most recently, in neighborhoods in Southeast.

Visit Hillcrest’s social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) to view additional scenes from each day. 

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Hillcrest’s Own Monica Evans Recognized by National Association 

According to the Washington Informer, the National Association of Election Officials has certified Monica Holman Evans, the executive director of the DC Board of Elections, as an election and registration administrator, considered the highest achievement for elections officials. Evans is one of the few Black chief executive elections officers in the country, the association said in a statement.

“The District of Columbia is indeed fortunate to have Ms. Holman Evans as one of the top designated election executives in America,” said Tim Mattice, its director. “Obtaining and maintaining CERA status means that she has committed to a career-long process of continuing education to improve the electoral process in the District and the nation.”

Join us in wishing Monica a hearty congratulations on this achievement. She has served on the HCCA board as treasurer for nearly two decades.

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Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month

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Fall Events & Festivals in the District

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The History of Hillcrest

Have you ever wanted to learn more about the history of our beautiful neighborhood? Well, we’ve invited neighbors who are interested in its history to share stories about our community. Please send articles to comms@hillcrestdc.com.

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Ward 7 Happenings

Join Josh Burch of the District Department of Energy & Environment to learn about the problems related to the streams near Park Drive in SE DC and proposals to improve their conditions. Join the meeting on September 29 from 6:00-7:00 pm at http://bit.ly/3xaY2U6.

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ANC 7B Monthly Meetings

Join the ANC 7B Advisory Neighborhood Commission on the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm for their monthly public meeting. Learn More >>

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MPD Sixth District Virtual Meetings

On the second Wednesday of each month from 6:00-7:30 pm, join the Metropolitan Police Department 6th District for their Monthly Sector 3 Community Meeting for PSAs 605, 606 & 607 to discuss crime stats and community issues with the 6th District PSA Officials.
Join the Meeting >>

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COVID-19 Updates

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