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May 4, 2017

Reminder: AMPBID Board meeting May 9
The next Adams Morgan Partnership BID (AMPBID) Board of Directors' meeting will be Tuesday, May 9 at 5 PM at the Festival Center at 1640 Columbia Road, NW.  Hope you can join us!
Deputy Mayor Brian Kenner of DMPED and Director Ana Harvey of DSLBD will be joining us for a conversation about the regulatory environment in DC and its impact on small businesses. Among the regulations to be discussed include the changes to the minimum wage, paid family leave, the uniform tax, the gym/yoga tax, etc...


We invite all Adams Morgan businesses and commercial property owners concerned about these issue to join us for what will be robust and productive meeting.

Please call or email Kristen at 202-997-0783 or kbarden@adamsmorganonline.org if you are unable to attend otherwise we will assume you are attending. Thanks. The meeting agenda will be sent out to board members before the meeting.

Summer Concert Series starts Saturday!

It's getting to be that time of year and AMPBID will be hosting our Summer Concert Series again starting on Saturday May 6 with Almeda, winners of the popular vote at the Adams Morgan PorchFest back in October. The concerts will take place on Saturday afternoons through May and June in front of BB&T Bank at the corner of Columbia Rd. and 18th St., NW. There will be a special show on Monday evening, June 5 that will start at 6pm, but otherwise, all shows will go from 5 - 7pm.

Businesses who would like to participate in our wristband discount program this year -- participants offer discounts to concert goers on the day of the show -- should contact Brian Barrie at 202-536-9515 for more details.

This year's lineup:

May 6 - Almeda
May 13 - Oxymorons
May 20 - Hollertown
June 3 - Jelly Roll Mortals
June 5 (special Monday show from 6pm-8pm) - The Airport 77s
June 10 - Michele McTierney
June 17 - Batida Diferente

For more information and updates as we get closer, tune in to the Summer Concert Series Facebook page

Adams Morgan Movie Nights kick off on 5/16 with Moana

**New Location for 2017: Walter Pierce Park Soccer Field**

Adams Morgan Movie Nights will return on May 16 with an eclectic lineup of movies and plenty of fun for the whole family. Due to construction at Marie Reed School, we've been forced to temporarily relocate the film series to Walter Pierce Park this year, but we'll return to Marie Reed for 2018. Walter Pierce Park is located at 2630 Adams Mill Rd. with an alternate entrance adjacent to Mama Ayesha’s near the foot of the Duke Ellington Bridge on Calvert St.

Movies start approximately 30 minutes after sunset. Kids are welcome, but no alcohol or pets please.

The Lineup:

  • May 16: Moana
  • May 23: Grease
  • May 30: Snowden
  • June 6: Rogue One
  • June 13: Jaws

For more information and updates, check the Movie Nights Facebook page

WRAP’s 2017 Cinco de Mayo SoberRide

WRAP’s 2017 Cinco de Mayo SoberRide campaign is scheduled to run from 7:00 p.m. Friday, May 5th (Cinco de Mayo) until 4:00 a.m. Saturday, May 6th, 2017.

The cap for rides has been adjusted from $20 to $15 in order to capture ridership demands and allow for more availability of SoberRide codes. This change stems from the 2017 St. Patrick’s Day SoberRide campaign and which resulted in an 84% increase in ridership.

WRAP’s SoberRide program is one of the nation’s most successful free safe rides programs for would-be impaired drivers. However, prevention is essential for keeping our highways safe during high-risk holidays. If your organization needs an alcohol awareness presentation, WRAP’s Safe And Vital Employees (SAVE) program is available free of cost to you. This 45-minute, customized presentation will inform employees and/or military personnel about the physical, economic and legal consequences of impaired driving.

AMPBID will be distributing SoberRide cards and posters. If you don't recieve any or need extras, contact Brian Barrie at 202-536-9515

These Moments: A solo exhibition of mixed media artwork by Victor Ekpuk

OPENING DAY RECEPTION
Friday, May 12th, 6pm-8pm
The artist will be in attendance.

EXHIBITION LOCATION

Morton Fine Art (MFA)
1781 Florida Ave NW (at 18th & U Sts)
Washington, DC 20009

HOURS

Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm-5pm

About VICTOR EKPUK & These Moments

These Moments marks VICTOR EKPUK's third solo exhibition at Morton Fine Art. His artwork is included in the permanent collections of the
Smithsonian Institution Nation Museum of African Art, Brooks Museum,
Krannert Art Museum, US Department of State, Newark Museum, Arkansas Art Center, Fidelity Investments, The World Bank, and University of Maryland University College Art Collection.


Click HERE to view available artwork by VICTOR EKPUK.

DC Water Small Diameter Water Main Replacement Project - ANC 1C

Overview
As part of DC Water's Capital Improvement Program, they are replacing existing 8-inch cast iron water mains in various locations throughout the city. These efforts will help improve water quality and system reliability, increase water pressure in some areas, and maintain adequate flows throughout the system. The project is located in Ward 1 along Champlain St, Euclid St, Kaloroma Rd, California St, Florida Ave and V St, NW.

Scope of work

  • Installation of approximately 3,000 linear feet of 8-inch water mains
  • Replacement of service lines (lead and/or other) in public space, as needed
  • Replacement of fire hydrants and valves

Schedule
Construction start : June 2017
Construction completion : 6-8 months
Normal work hours : 9:00 am – 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. Contractor may work at night or on weekends, dependent upon additional construction activities or due to inclement weather.

Important information
If a planned temporary water service shut-off is necessary, affected residents will be notified 48 hours in advance. Service interruptions will be minimal. Construction may cause temporary discolored water or low water pressure. If you experience discolored water, flush cold water taps for 15 minutes. If water does not clear, contact the DC Water Drinking Water Division or 24-hr Emergency/Command Center.

Traffic plans
Lane closures may be required daily with approved traffic plans by the District Department of Transportation (DDOT). Notifications regarding “No-Parking” zones will be posted 72 hours prior to construction, in certain areas in and around the job site as required by DDOT.


Partners

DC Water is currently working closely with DDOT to ensure minimal disruption during this project. Regular updates will also be provided to the affected Advisory Neighborhood Commissions.

Be a part of Taste of Adams Morgan: Tuesday June 6

The 5th Annual Taste of Adams Morgan is just around the corner! Shine a spotlight on your restaurant’s culinary talents on Tuesday, June 6, 2017, from 5-9pm.

Taste of Adams Morgan will draw 650 guests to the neighborhood to delight in tastings that showcase each restaurant’s unique cuisine. Guests will pre-purchase tickets that can be redeemed at participating restaurants and, in doing so will support the vital healthcare, social services, and education programs Mary’s Center (2333 Ontario Road in Adams Morgan and other locations through the city) provides to the community.

Restaurants are invited to support this event and the Adams Morgan community through your participation.

To sign up, please contact Angeline Jefferson at ajefferson@maryscenter.org or (202) 420-7049 for more information.

Bike To Work Day (BTWD) pit stop location change & registration information

Due to a schedule change in construction at Unity Park, we are relocating the Adams Morgan BTWD Pit Stop to BB&T Bank Plaza at the corner of 18th St. & Columbia Rd.

Registration for Bike to Work Day 2017 is now open! On Friday, May 19th, Commuter Connections and the Washington Area Bicyclist Association invite you to celebrate bicycling as a clean, fun and healthy way to get to work. Riders who register for this free event will become eligible for raffle prizes and receive a free t-shirt to commemorate the event.

AMPBID will host a pit stop at BB&T Bank Plaza (in front of BB&T Bank at the corner of 18th St. & Columbia Rd.) from 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Click Here to register for our pit stop. We will be partnering with City Bikes , BicycleSPACE , and Tryst again this year and will be raffling some great bicycle-themed prizes and will have coffee and snacks to help get your day started.

For more information, contact Brian Barrie at 202-536-9515.

Kalorama Park Community Day 2017!

The 2nd Annual Kalorama Park Community Day celebration is coming up on Saturday, June 3 from 11:00 am – 3:30 pm! The Fund for Kalorama Park is aiming to build on the success of last year’s event, this year with even more fun activities, entertainers, and local businesses and organizations. Meet your neighbors, try a new form of exercise, discover a local band, spend time with your family, and more. For more information and updates, please “Like” Kalorama Park on Facebook. See you at the park!

If you are interested in participating in Community Day as an exhibitor or as a volunteer, please email aisuchman@gmail.com.

Fund for Kalorama Park Fundraiser

The Fund for Kalorama Park, a 501(c)(3), is launching a fundraiser to be able to continue and enhance care for this amazing space and community hub. They are seeking to raise at least $18,000 for 2017 to be used for:
The 2nd annual Community Day to bring together neighbors, local non-profits and businesses, entertainment, and more
A wood sculpture to be carved from the stumps of the two beautiful oak trees that were lost in the center of the park
Ongoing park maintenance (bench upkeep, pavement repairs, improved fencing)
Improved landscaping (mulching, edging, cleaning, new plants, lawn care)

If you would like to donate to support the Park, please go to https://igg.me/at/HVfCapU6uWA.

DC Arts Center: Open call for artwork submissions

The Adams Morgan Show

Curated by Philip Barlow

Deadline: Friday, May 12

Exhibition Dates: June 2 – June 18, 2017

Artwork pick-up: Wednesday, May 31, 2017

Artwork pick-up: Tuesday, June 20

Submit Online: https://dcartscenter.submittable.com/submit/83457/adams-morgan-show

DC Arts Center is pleased to announce an open call for submissions of artwork by artists who live, work, or have a studio in Adams Morgan for an exhibition to take place at DCAC from June 2 through June 18. The exhibition will be curated by DCAC Board Member and art collector Philip Barlow.

Submission Materials

  • Artist Contact Information
  • Up to ten work samples (images or video samples)
  • Artist’s CV
  • Artist Statement

Eligibility and Terms

  • Submissions will be accepted through Submittable at the link above.
  • Artists working in all media are welcome to apply.
  • All artwork submitted must be completed and ready to install.
  • Artists may submit up to ten images for consideration. These may be individual works or works in a series.
  • Artists wishing to submit video must submit work by providing a link to a video or video excerpt on a video sharing site (Vimeo, YouTube, etc) or their own website. The link should go directly to the specific video.
  • Artists whose videos are selected for the exhibition will need to loan equipment on which to display the work.

Selected artists must be available to drop their work off at DC Arts Center on Wednesday, May 31 and pick it up on Tuesday, June 20. If an artist is not available, they can send someone else to drop off or pick up the work, but must notify DCAC in advance.

Happy hour on Friday at Maga Design

Adams Morgan residents and business owners are invited to Maga Design for a happy hour this Friday, May 5th from 5-6pm. They will be celebrating several birthdays in the office, so there will be snacks, treats, and, of course, beverages!

Maga Design is located at 1838 Columbia Rd (with the gold facing and big windows).

DC Arts Center Experience Auction: May 18

You are cordially invited to participate in the one and only live auction of artistic experiences to be held in Washington! Support DC’s most alternative and cutting edge arts organization not by buying art, but by experiencing it. This event brings together 200 collectors, entrepreneurs, and professionals to bid on a series of one-of-a-kind experiences, created for the occasion by some of DC’s most talented tastemakers and creative types.

The Experience Auction provides a unique opportunity for participants to bid on art experiences rather than static works of art. Musicians, filmmakers, artists, actors, chefs, and a host of other donors have created an array of original and unique creative experiences.

Interested in touring behind the scenes at one of Washington’s best known theaters? What about bringing home an award-winning vocalist to entertain your friends? How about collaborating on new artwork with a team of guerrilla painters? All these experiences and more will be available at this exciting event.

More information including tickets and experiences available at

http://experienceauction.dcartscenter.org/

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POWERUP DC: National Small Business Week Forum

DC Health Link and the Washington Business Journal are pleased to partner on the second annual POWERUP DC breakfast on May 5th. POWERUP DC is designed to give small business owners and the companies that serve them the insights that they need for success. As part of this years event the Washington Business Journal will be presenting research on the state of small business. What keeps small business owners up at night and what is their outlook for the year?

When : Friday, May 5, 2017
Time : 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Where : The Fairmont Washington, D.C.
2401 M St NW, Washington, DC 20037

Click here to register

Register Now for the Next Economic Intelligence Roundtable

DC is already known for its well-educated workforce, Federal government resources, friendly environment for women entrepreneurs, and a growing reputation for socially-oriented business. But how is DC doing on diversifying its labor force and job pool? How can the District better support and sustain entrepreneurship? What can we learn from those pushing forward DC’s innovation ecosystem and building momentum for the impact economy?

Join the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning & Economic Development in partnership with the DC Chamber of Commerce on May 19th at 9:00 AM for the Economic Intelligence Roundtable: A Focus on Inclusive Innovation at the IBM Center for Cognitive Government.

Jeannette Chapman, Deputy Director & Senior Research Associate in the Stephen S. Fuller Institute will be the keynote presenter, along with panelists from key labor market sectors and the innovation & tech economy including Jen Mellon, Trustify; Lisa Brown Alexander, NonProfit HR; and Jessica Graham, CISCO.

More speaker announcements are forthcoming but space is filling up fast! Please register in advance by going to http://inno.bcodev.net/event-list/

There is Still Time to Nominate Small Businesses for ICIC

What is inner city capital connections (ICCC)?

ICCC is an executive education and training program with the goal of promoting economic prosperity in underserved communities.

  • It helps established urban small businesses create and maintain sustainable growth and, in turn, create more good jobs where they are needed most.
  • It is the country’s only program that educates inner city businesses about different forms of capital and then connects them with potential capital providers.

What are the general guidelines for the small business candidates?

  • Annual company revenues of at least $500,000 per year;
  • In operations for at least 2 years;
  • Readiness/commitment of the CEO; and
  • Geographic location inside the Capital Beltway.

More program details can be found here .

What is your role as a nominating partner?

  1. Simply identify small business candidates;
  2. Let them know you will be nominating them; and
  3. Submit the company contact information to the team at ICCC. The team will conduct the interview and will make the final decision.

The nomination form can be found here . Small businesses that meet the program criteria may apply directly without a nomination here .

Watch the video below of ICIC's CEO, Steve Grossman, at the kickoff meeting and learn more about this exciting partnership and how it will impact the inner city small business ecosystem in the Washington, D.C. area:

2017 Small Business & Economic Development Summit and Awards Ceremony

May 9, 2017, 8:00am – 2:00pm

Walter E. Washington Convention Center
801 Mount Vernon Place, NW
Washington, DC

Click here to register

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Attend ABRA's Licensee Training June 1, 2017

New and existing ABC licensees are invited to attend the Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration's (ABRA) Orientation Training from 2-4 p.m. on Thursday, June 1, 2017 to learn about:

  • District ABC laws and regulations (including recent changes to the law),
  • Tips for working effectively with the community,
  • Settlement Agreements,
  • Expectations of licensees,
  • Best practices, and
  • Noise abatement and sound management.

RSVP for training by Friday, May 12, 2017 by contacting ABRA Community Resource Officer Sarah Fashbaugh:

Email | (202) 397-3971

Training Location

2000 14th St., NW
Suite 400 South, 4th Floor
Washington, DC 20009

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