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Lobby Day 2018 on DC Emancipation Day

ACC supports DC's quest for equal representation in Congress and was on hand at Lobby Day to advocate for the District of Columbia. ACC is a signatory to DC Vote's letter (below) to the ranking members of both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.

Photos: Courtesy Stuart Anderson

Anacostia River Festival 2018

Photos: Courtesy Stuart Anderson

The DC Poet Project Poetry Event

March 17, 2018

This was the culminating event of the series of Poetry open mics sponsored by The Anacostia Coordinating Council, Day Eight, and Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White, on the theme: "Community or Chaos", reflecting on the 50th anniversary of the assassination of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., where each of the open mic winners from the prior events read their poetry, and the audience voted to select the overall winner. The winner receives a book contract, including $500 cash prize, and the winner’s book is published by Day Eight.

Photos courtesy of DayEight.org

Thank you for making the ACC 2017 Holiday Celebration and Youth Gift Drive a great success!

2017 ACC Boat Ride

Thank all of you who attended or supported ACC's 2017 Silver Anniversary Boat Ride aboard the Nina's Dandy! This annual event helps us support the projects and initiatives we do for the rest of the coming year.

NEW: See newly posted photos from ACC's 2017 Silver Anniversary Boat Ride! Just press play for the slideshow.

September 30, 2017

marked ACC's 25th year cruising down the Anacostia River aboard the Nina's Dandy from its pier in Alexandria, VA. In addition to the networking, fundraising for the organization, and celebrating and presenting awards for service to the community, the Anacostia Coordinating Council (ACC) and ACC former chair, the Honorable Arrington Dixon, were honored by Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), DC Mayor Muriel Bowser and at-large Councilmember Anita Bonds. ACC commemorated this Silver Anniversary event with a limited-edition souvenir booklet.

Hover your mouse pointer over the main photo below and press play to see the slideshow, or hover your pointer over the strip of thumbnail (small) photos to select a specific photo. Special thanks to event photographer Maurice G. Fitzgerald (mgfitzgerald@hotmail.com) for capturing the spirit and signature moments of this special event. Enjoy!

ACC Reception for "Word Becomes Flesh"

October 8, 2017

In our ongoing efforts to support local arts and artists, ACC hosted a reception for the final performance at the Anacostia Playhouse of "Word Becomes Flesh" by Marc Bamuthi Joseph, featuring additional dramaturgical compositions by Khalil Anthony and Dahlak Brathwaite, directed by Psalmayene 24 and produced by the Theater Alliance.

The play touches on many issues but in a word can be described as a hip-hop shout-out to young men of color coming to terms with what it means to be alive and thrive in a chaotic world with a son on the way in the 21st Century. First presented during Season 13, this highly praised production received 5 Helen Hayes Awards, including Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Director, and Outstanding Ensemble.

2nd Annual Faith Leaders Breakfast @ 801 East Men's Shelter

September 9, 2017

The Ward 8 Faith Leaders network teamed up with sponsors Events DC, General Dynamics and the United States General Services Administration, to host a Faith Leaders Breakfast with the men at 801 East Men's Shelter on the campus of St. Elizabeths East.

Community partners came together to serve a full breakfast and fellowship with our brothers in need.

The Ward 8 Faith Leaders network, a joint effort between ACC, the Far Southeast Family Strenghtening Collaborative and the East of the River Clergy Community Police Collaborative, meets every 2nd Saturday. Find out more & attend the next meeting.

ACC 2017 Biennial ANC Appreciation

June 29, 2017

Every two years the Anacostia Coordinating Council (ACC) holds an appreciation event on the east side of the Anacostia River for Advisory Neighborhood Commissioners (ANCs), who are elected to represent residents of DC at the most grassroots level on a variety of issues: public safety, parking, zoning, and more, in an unpaid capacity.

As in 2015, ACC takes the opportunity to thank and celebrate ANCs and their service while helping to extend their network of connections to the people who manage the beautiful and extensive park land and waterways that we may take for granted. This event featured presentations by National Park Service East Superintendent Tara Morrison and Ronald Thompson, Jr.

Faith Leaders Breakfast

May 13, 2017

Leaders from faith-based institutions and organizations in Ward 8 gathered at Campbell AME Church to hear an update on summer safety initiatives by DC government and local non-profits. Newly confirmed DC Police Chief Peter Newsham joined in on the discussion the day after being sworn in following his confirmation by the DC Council.

The Ward 8 Faith Leaders network, co-sponsored by ACC, meets every 2nd Saturday. Find out more & attend the next meeting.

Congress Heights Day

May 13, 2017

ACC joined our neighbors in Congress Heights to celebrate the annual Congress Heights Day Festival at Democracy Prep PCHS. ACC is a proud co-sponsor of this annual event!

LISC "Elevating Equity" Celebration

May 10, 2017

ACC was featured as an organization making worthwhile investments in our community during LISC's Elevating Equity One Year Anniversary Celebration at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church.

Ward 8 Faith Leaders Breakfast

April 8, 2017

Leaders from faith-based institutions and organizations in Ward 8 gathered at United Medical Center to hear an update on the hospital's service to Ward 8 residents. There was also an update from Councilmember Trayon White.

The Ward 8 Faith Leaders network, co-sponsored by ACC, meets every 2nd Saturday. Find out more & attend the next meeting.

ACC Monthly Meeting

March 28, 2017

ACC's March 2017 meeting was hosted at the Frederick Douglass Center, the new home of Byte Back and Connect DC, for a discussion on digital inclusion in Ward 8.

Ward 8 Faith Leaders Breakfast

March 17, 2017

Leaders from faith-based institutions and organizations in Ward 8 gathered at Bethlehem Baptist Church to talk about public safety issues in Ward 8.

The Ward 8 Faith Leaders network, co-sponsored by ACC, meets every 2nd Saturday. Find out more & attend the next meeting.

Annual Holiday Celebration

November 30, 2016

Community leaders, partners, and Ward 8 residents came together on Wednesday, November 30th to celebrate the holidays.

Various members of the community reflected on the meaning of religious & cultural holidays and collected toys for the MPD 7th District Toy Giveaway!

ACC Monthly Meeting

November 29, 2016

ACC's November 2016 meeting including community updates, including an update from GSA on the upcoming 295/Malcolm X Interchange project and the 2017 Martin Luther King Day Parade Committee.

Ward 8 Kids with Natitude at Nationals Park!

October 2, 2016

ACC partnered with the Washington Nationals Baseball Club and the Far Southeast Family Strengthening Collaborative to take nearly 200 children and parents to the final regular season game for the Washington Nationals.

2016 ACC Boat Ride

October 1, 2016

ACC hosted its 24th sold out annual boat ride on the Anacostia River to raise money for the organization and celebrate another year of service to the community.

Faith Leaders Breakfast at 801 East Men's Shelter

September 10, 2016

ACC, the Far Southeast Family Strengthening Collaborative, the East of the River Clergy Police Community Partnership, and faith institutions across Ward 8 partnered to host a breakfast for residents of the 801 East Men's Shelter on the St. Elizabeths East Campus.

Ward 8 Faith Leaders Breakfast

February 13, 2016

Martin Luther King Day Weekend

January 18, 2016

ACC participated in a series of cultural and community events in observance of Martin Luther King Day, including the annual Martin Luther King Day Peace Walk and Parade, one of the first in the nation.

Metropolitan Police Department 7th District 46th Annual Holiday Party & Gift Giveaway

December 16, 2015

Each year, ACC sponsors an Annual Ward 8 Multicultural Holiday Celebration and Youth Gift Drive at the Anacostia Playhouse, which raises gifts for the Seventh District Metropolitan Police Department’s 46th Annual Holiday Party for Youth at the Panorama Room in Anacostia.

ACC Briefing at United Medical Center

November 24, 2015

ACC moved its monthly meeting to United Medical Center, the only full-service hospital east of the Anacostia River, to allow residents to get updates on improvements coming to Ward 8's largest employer.

US Coast Guard Veterans Day Program

November 12, 2015

ACC co-sponsored the US Coast Guard Veterans Day celebration on the East Campus of St. Elizabeths.

Launch of the Anacostia Heritage Trail

October 24, 2015

ACC planned the launch of the Anacostia Heritage Trail along with Cultural Tourism DC and the Historic Anacostia Block Association.

ACC 2015 Boat Ride
September 26, 2015

September 26, 2015 was another successful date for the boat ride for ACC!
Photos: A. Slater

2015 Event Sponsors

2015 Table Patrons

Anacostia Business Improvement District
Anacostia Economic Development Corporation
Arent Fox, LLC
Arrington Dixon
Big Chair Café
Building Bridges Across the River
Children’s National Health System
Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Covenant House Washington DC
Far Southeast Family Strengthening Collaborative
Julyan & Julyan
Octane
PEPCO
ROCKETSHIP Education
Theresa Jones
United Black Fund
Verizon

Reservations are now being accepted for the 24th Annual Cruise: September 24, 2016

ACC and Community Partners bring "Ward 8 Kids With Natitude" to National's Park
September 27, 2015

The picture with the smaller group (left) is at the Barry Farm Recreation Center. Buses left from Ballou High School and the Children of Mine Center. There were nearly 250 attendees of Ward 8 youth and chaperones. This was the third annual baseball outing and plans are being made for a 2016 outing. A Ward 8 youth caught one of practice balls from the Nationals bullpen. T-shirts designed for the event proclaim "Ward 8 Kids Have Natitude."

We acknowledge the event sponsors of the "River East All Stars":

Anacostia Coordinating Council, Children of Mine Youth Center, Far Southeast Family Strengthening Council, United States Coast Guard, Anacostia Waterfront Trust, Max's Café and Catering, carsquare, Julyan & Julyan, Bernstein Management Corporation, ForestCity,
Colonial Parking, and event chaperones.

ACC's Efforts in the Campaign Against Synthetic Drugs in Action

Ward 8 businesses proudly displaying the Make the Right Choice campaign sticker with the pledge not to sell synthetic drugs during June and July 2015. Photos: Moses Smith