Archive for August, 2009
Legg Mason Heating Up
Scott Oudsema by Max Cook
Contributed by Paula Schumann
Qualifying rounds at the Legg Mason Tennis Classic whet my appetite for what promises to be an exciting tournament. Lots of big names are attending this year, among them Lleyton Hewitt, John Isner, Tommy Robredo, Tommy Haas, Robin Solderling, and of course, Andy Roddick, [...]
Victory Garden Harvest
Today’s harvest from the WLDC dirtlabOriginally uploaded by tiffany bridge
We made a little trip out to the We Love DC Dirt Lab this weekend to check on the large garden plot. It took three people to carry the harvest back into the house. What you see there is a pile of chili peppers, 6 heirloom [...]
On the Run: Sleuthing Through DC’s GO Urban Adventure Race
Where is Kilroy? Do you know?
We sure didn’t, my intrepid teammate and I, when we embarked on the GO Urban Adventure Race, a nationwide series that launched Saturday in DC. The way it works is that your two-person team receives a series of text messages with clues to 12 GO Points around town. Once [...]
Ritz wrapup
‘new toy’
courtesy of ‘philliefan99′
It’s only barely DC-related but I figure since we talked about the Ritz bankruptcy, fire sales, and restructuring I should at least link the Washington Post article that details what will happen to the company going forward.
There’s not too much new there from when I told you last month that the company [...]
Screen on the Green: On the Waterfront
‘Screen on the Green – 7-14-08′
courtesy of ‘mosley.brian’
For the third movie in its ressurection run, Screen on the Green will feature On the Waterfront this evening. For those of you not in the loop, On the Waterfront is arguably one of the greatest movies of all time. It won 8 Academy Awards and features Marlon [...]
Last Chance to Join Potomac Wiffleball League
‘Wiffle ball’
courtesy of ‘DRB62′
When it comes to DC summer sports, you’ve got your kickball, you’ve got your softball, you’ve got your frisbee and you’ve even got your bocce ball. And, I just found out today, apparently you’ve also got your Wiffleball (?!?). Sure, why not. The Potomac Wiffleball league starts up its summer run this [...]
701 Gets A Facelift!
Old 701 Interior
Ashok Bajaj, restaurateur extraordinaire announced that 701 will close on August 2 and reopen on August 10th after round-the-clock renovation efforts including a new interior and a new chef. 701 is getting a total facelift featuring a new crystal vinyl bar topped with glass. Another new addition is a semi-private dining [...]
Editorial: Linking, Weblogs and The Health of the Newspaper Industry
‘Film! – Canon A-1 – Headlines – 11-5-08′
courtesy of ‘mosley.brian’
Yesterday, the Washington Post published an editorial by Ian Shapira concerning some touchy subjects for those of us who operate blogs. Mr. Shapira penned a piece for the Post last week about a Generation Y consultant, which was then the subject of a Gawker.com story [...]
Eat Like a Spaniard for a Good Cause
‘Croquetas de Conpango’
courtesy of ‘jlastras’
If you head out tomorrow night, Tuesday, to La Tasca in Clarendon, a portion of your check will go to support the Younger Women’s Task Force DC Area chapter. Who doesn’t love paella and sangria? Or even croquetas! (kind of like fried balls of mashed potatoes…delicious.) Their full menu is here.
From [...]
Bluegrass Bonus Monday
For those of you who can’t get enough bluegrass in your life, when banjo thursdays at SOVA Wine and Espresso just aren’t enough, there is tonight at Velvet Lounge. SOVA perennial performers Extension Agents will be performing tonight at the Velvet Lounge tonight, preceded by the Hangin’ Rounders and followed by an open jam session. [...]
More »Weekend Flashback: 7/31 – 8/2/09
‘National Zoo – Stripes – 8-1-09′
courtesy of ‘mosley.brian’
Welcome to August. One month left of tourists, one month left of ugly summer heat, one month left before the politicos return to the Hill.
And one month before “Black Commute” day in September.
Speaking of which, hope your journey in wasn’t stressful. If it was, well, we’ve got you [...]
Less Money for Kids, Higher Taxes for You
‘The puzzled and the sad.’
courtesy of ‘Gin Fizz’
The Washington Post is reporting that D.C. schools will be losing $30 million in funding in FY2010 and smokers will be paying another 50 cents a pack for cigarettes. Among other tax increases and several other service cuts, these changes will become a reality assuming Mayor Fenty signs the latest [...]
