Archive for December, 2009
Gonzaga DC Classic
This Thursday through Saturday, local basketball powerhouse Gonzaga College High School hosts the 21st annual Gonzaga DC Classic basketball tournament, bringing the best in boys high school basketball to Washington, D.C.
Since 1989, this tournament has played host to future college stars such as Robert Churchwell, Duane Simpkins, Vaughn Jones, Donta Bright, Keith Boothe and numerous [...]
Mikulski Slams Metro Before Senate Committee
‘connected’
courtesy of ‘nevermindtheend’
Like Ben (and many of you, judging by your comments), Senator Barbara Mikulski (D-MD) is also experiencing Metro relationship dysfunction. And she’s going so far as to badmouth Metro to her coworkers.
Sen. Mikulski testified before the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs today in a hearing on the federal government’s role [...]
We Love Weekends: Dec 11-13
‘(338/365)’
courtesy of ‘kimberlyfaye’
Corinne: This weekend I am SUPER excited to reunite with some folks in the windy city for the Chicago Bluegrass and Blues Festival. (Check out these two awesome bands I’ll be hearing—that of my dear friend Todd, The Giving Tree Band, as well as DC-based Junior League Band.) But if I planned to [...]
Legalize It? Congress Might.
‘I guess it makes sense?’
courtesy of ‘yonas1′
It’s been 11 years since anyone has looked at the issue, but DC is on its way toward legalizing medical marijuana pending the passing of a federal bill.
A huge government funding bill in Congress will make or break the future of medical marijuana usage in DC. An agreement must [...]
Howard University Student Detained in Pakistan
A student from Howard University was captured this week in a Pakistani safe house. Ramy Zamzam has been the subject of an FBI investigation this week, after he and four friends left behind a disturbing farewell video that suggested that they might be heading to “defend muslims” overseas. While it’s not clear if [...]
More »Costco Is Coming! Costco Is Coming!
‘Costco in Seoul’
courtesy of ‘Bitman’
It’s happening! Costco is coming to DC.
The City Paper broke the news late yesterday afternoon. According to them, At-Large Councilmember Kwame Brown “claims” that Costco has “finalized an agreement” with developers that would place the bulk-item store to Fort Lincoln.
The eventual home of the bulk-item superstore is near the intersection of [...]
Tourism: Union Station
‘Color Photo – Arriving at Union Station’
courtesy of ‘CathyLovesDC’
Despite the history, the sculptures, the uniqueness, it’s still kind of hard to wax poetic about Union Station. You see, when Union Station was built, residents lauded the civic project for finally bringing an impressive and worthy gateway for visitors into the nation’s capital. But today, people [...]
Choosing Clean Water
‘tundra swan’
courtesy of ‘chesbayprogram’
It’s no secret that this area is home to poor water quality– the Chesapeake Bay only meets about a fifth of its goals on an annual basis– but the Chesapeake Bay Coalition is doing something about it. This coalition is a group of non-profit organizations that have joined together to guide federal, [...]
Capital Irish Film Festival
The Capital Irish Film Festival starts tomorrow, with 18 screenings of more than 60 new Irish films. Running December 10th through December 20th, at various locations including the E Street Cinema, it’s presented by Irish contemporary arts organization Solas Nua.
Tomorrow’s opening night features The Eclipse (one of my all-time favorite actors, the amazing Ciaran Hinds), [...]
We Love Music: The Very Small
Boys start bands in high school. It’s one of the great American clichés. But — every once in awhile — the guys that truly love music end up making a name for themselves, and it’s all because of their dedication to the game.
DC’s most dedicated award in rock music goes to — The Very [...]
New Cheese Guy
‘Cheesetique bliss’
courtesy of ‘meanlouise’
Everyone’s favorite Alexandria based, wine and cheese bar has a new chef. Cheesetique announced last week that they have hired Josh Andrus, formerly of Minibar, to head up their kitchen. Chef Andrus brings a presumably more sophisticated palate to Del Ray’s local cheesemonger and has already revamped its menu. New offerings include [...]
The Georgetowner Photo Contest
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courtesy of ‘Chris Rief aka Spodie Odie’
The Georgetowner is petitioning local photographers to submit their finest Georgetown images for a chance to win the front cover of the 2010 publication.
Shutterbugs can submit up to five photographs by Sunday, December 20, 2009. Send submissions to photography@georgetowner.com
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Georgetown University Makes The Top 10 Priciest Dorms
‘j.crew’
courtesy of ‘NancyCoop’
U.S. News & World Report just came out with their 2009 list of “10 Schools with the Priciest Dorms” and guess who’s number 10 — Georgetown University.
Vox Populi blogger Molly Redden broke the news to her fellow students today, explaining that the ranking article said “colleges with the priciest dorms generally explain that [...]
We Love Food: Meat in a Box
DC does so many different kinds of food well that it’s hard to decide where to go for dinner. Ethopian? Sure, we’ve got lots of that. Peruvian Chicken? Crisp ‘n Juicy? Super Pollo? El Pollo Rico? All are options, but when you’ve got choices like this, you’re always going [...]
More »Red or White? Win a Personalized Bottle of Each!
‘Veritas’
courtesy of ‘InspirationDC’
The age old saga: red or white wine? Well, dear reader, you have your chance to weigh in. Do you prefer the hints of oak and honey in your favorite white or the bursts of cedar and cherries in your reds? Does one pair better with your favorite take-out Thai dish than the [...]
