Archive for May, 2010
Memorial Day 2010
‘”Flags In” at Arlington National Cemetery’
courtesy of ‘kimberlyfaye’
As people whose idea of fun is to express opinions on a website, we are keenly aware of the value of liberty in all its forms, including freedom of speech, our collective favorite. We pause to remember the sacrifice of those who have given their lives in service [...]
Losing business and making money… at the executive level anyway
‘67A #1′
courtesy of ‘Chris Rief aka Spodie Odie’
The Post Guild, the union representing Washington Post workers, has released a biting letter criticizing Publisher Katherine Weymouth for receiving half a million dollars in bonuses for 2009. When WaPo ombudsman Andrew Alexander mentioned it in March he lead his piece with the news that Post Co. chair [...]
Survey finds DC drivers among the least knowledgable
‘Fancy #1′
courtesy of ‘Chris Rief aka Spodie Odie’
The results of the 2010 GMAC Insurance National Drivers Test place the District of Columbia as having the third least knowledgeable drivers in the United States. DC squeaks in right above New Jersey and New York at the very bottom of the list. The top three states were [...]
Monumental: Bladensburg Peace Cross
Peace Cross Bladensburg MD by Ron 911
Sitting at the intersection of Bladensburg Road, Baltimore Avenue and the National Defense Highway just over the border into Prince George’s County is the Bladensburg Peace Cross, a forty-foot stone cross, notes those from Prince George’s county who fought and died in World War I. Inscribed with their names, [...]
Friday Happy Hour: Beer Floats at Againn
‘Guinness Float’
courtesy of ‘Samer Farha’
I like beer on it’s own just fine. I’d never bothered to try beer cocktails or anything of the sort, but I’ve been changing my mind lately. Beer is a great thing, but why not get a little creative with it?
That’s why I was excited when the staff [...]
ABCs of ANCs: Your Advisory Neighborhood Commission
‘My First ANC Meeting!’
courtesy of ‘Wayan Vota’
If you live in the District or read about District politics, you’ve probably heard the term ANC. You may have read a news story about how a local ANC is holding up a liquor license application, or how a certain commissioner is known to be a curmudgeon who hates [...]
Your Soda is Being Taxed!
‘That’s an awful lot of high fructose corn syrup in one place!’
courtesy of ‘Librarianguish’
The sweet taste of your favorite soft drink now comes at a price in the District. The controversial soda tax is a reality. Despite protests from lovers of cola and several businesses the new bill will add a 6 percent sales tax to [...]
Jazz in the Garden Kicks Off Tonight
‘I’ve never figured this out’
courtesy of ‘philliefan99′
Today’s weather forecast doesn’t exactly scream outdoor concert, but neither rain, nor thunder, nor obscene humidity can keep Jazz in the Garden from its appointed slot. The free concert series kicks off its 10th season this evening at 5:30pm with jazz vocalist Leslie Summey. The concert will take place [...]
Live Jazz All Weekend!
‘Live Jazz’
courtesy of ‘Kevin H.’
I make it no secret that I believe Jazz is an underappreciated portion of American music history by the millennial generation. With that said, I shared with you one man’s love for the trombone and how he brought it to the forefront of band leadership. Now, I ask you to give [...]
We Love Music: Big Sam’s Funky Nation
‘BeachTrombone-7′
courtesy of ‘gas_station_sushi’
It’s rare in Jazz music to see a trombone player in the role of band leader. Some of the greatest and most remembered names in Jazz among the vast majority of Americans include: Louis Armstrong, Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, Benny Goodman, Billie Holiday, Sonny Rollins, Herbie Hancock, Miles Davis, and Thelonious Monk. None [...]
Flags In: Arlington Cemetery Begins Memorial Day Observances
‘Arlington National Cemetery – Quiet Watch – 7-19-09′
courtesy of ‘mosley.brian’
Memorial Day weekend is not just about cooking out and beautiful spring weather here in the District. If you want to take a moment to take in some of the sights and sounds of remembrance, it’s worth the time to travel across the river and a [...]
Metro to Spend Almost $1b on Giant Kawasaki Motorcycles!!
‘Motocross #11′
courtesy of ‘Vincent Luigi Molino’
Metro announced today that they have approved a contract worth $886m for Kawasaki! The money will go towards 428 giant, super duper fast motorcycles that can hold an enormous amount of people each. Of all of the ideas to improve the rail system, I think going with giant motorcycles is [...]
Metro Board Approves Fare Hike Behind Closed Doors
‘You can never go back’
courtesy of ’spiggycat’
The Metro Board of Directors unanimously approved major fare hikes during an extended lunch break today. The lunch, not open to the media, lasted 3 hours and resulted in the budget agreement. The budget will be given final approval on June 24. From the looks of it, base fares [...]
Sometimes You Really Want to Rock Some Switchfoot
’sfsacc-43′
courtesy of ‘hopes_unbroken’
I have a new motto for craigslist – “Where Time Goes to Die.” Browsing through the musicians section on a personal equipment quest I found the following gem: SWITCHFOOT cover band. (Fairfax area).
Hello there. I’m looking for some fellow musicians and switchfoot fans to get together with and jam out. I’m a drummer [...]
Hot Ticket: Holy Fuck @ Rock N Roll Hotel 5/31/10
Warning: This post is a minefield of F-bombs.
The 9:30 Club’s 30th Anniversary, DC star-studded, extravaganza isn’t the only cool as fuck thing going on in DC on Memorial Day Monday. Inventive as fuck, Canadian, electronic non-traditionalists, Holy Fuck will be bringing their fucking amazing live show to the fucking Rock N Roll Hotel on fucking [...]
Theater of Controversy
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courtesy of ‘erin m’
“Be sure that you go to the author to get at his meaning, not to find yours.” -Salman Rushdie
Recently I did something that I’ve rarely done in my life as a theater lover – I walked out of a production at intermission. Was I offended by a controversial subject? Well no, I [...]
DC’s Best Highschool Baseball Players Hit Nationals Park
‘Take me out to the Ballgame.’
courtesy of ‘Paul Frederiksen’
This Saturday’s Congressional Bank Classic brings out D.C.’s premier highschool baseball players and team in a day long celebration of America’s game at Nationals ballpark. Featured events include a St. Albans v. Maret School match up, the District of Columbia Interscholastic Athletic Association (DCIAA) Championship game between [...]
