Archive for June, 2010
Why I Love DC: Dave Stroup
‘The District’
courtesy of ‘william couch’
I could write this as a “how I learned to stop hating and love DC” post, but that would be too easy. It’s too easy to simply say you love or hate this city. Some of you may know me from my time over at Why I Hate DC. I never [...]
BREAKING: Shooting on red line train, Union Station metro closed
UPDATE: Union Station officially re-opened.
Our own Dave Stroup is over at Union Station and is passing on reports that there’s been a shooting on a red line train, resulting in the closing of the Union Station metro. He’s been told it’s two gangs fighting on the train and at the moment the outside escalator entrance [...]
We Love Music: Mono @ 9:30 Club 6/2/10
I have been tossing around the word “epic” an awful lot in conversation lately when describing concerts that I have attended. I do that on occasion; get stuck on a word or phrase that is an easy descriptor. A verbal short-cut to get to the gist of what the listener missed by not attending a [...]
More »Strasburg Overload: The Strasburg, Va. Edition
‘Strasburg Railroad’
courtesy of ‘jpmueller99′
There’s been a whole lot of talk in this town about welcoming the prodigal son to his baseball kingdom. As much as I love the hustle and bustle of DC getting caught up in the great commotion that is Major League Baseball, I have to say that all the hype over Stephen [...]
The 900 Block of Rhode Island Ave
‘Metropolitan Branch Trail-13′courtesy of ‘TrailVoice’
There’s been a good deal of controversy on some community listserves over the 900 block of Rhode Island Ave NE, which has played host to some interesting developments over the last few years. An older grove of trees was bulldozed this week to begin the development of a new condo property [...]
2010 Ibero-American Guitar Festival
‘2010:53′
courtesy of ‘::FiZ::’
This evening the 2010 Ibero-American Guitar Festival kicks off at the Smithsonian Museum of the American Indian. The festival showcases classical guitarists from the Iberia peninsula, Latin America and South America. You can grab a little taste of what’s in store with the beautiful strumming of Berta Rojas.
This year’s festival is dedicated to [...]
Dupont Benches Get Facelift
In 1993, the National Park Service took over maintenance of Dupont Circle which is news to me. As I strolled through the circle this morning I noticed that they were replacing a section of the circular benches that are often the subject of local area photographers. I stopped to talk to the workers for a [...]
More »Taylor Gourmet coming to Dupont?
‘Taylor Gourmet’
courtesy of ‘william couch’
Taylor Gourmet, the specialty sub shop with two locations in the District (and one planned in Bethesda), may be opening a third fourth in Dupont Circle. No solid details yet, but a Craigslist post hints more locations are on the way:
Taylor Gourmet Seeing General Manager ((Chinatown & Dupont))
We are a local [...]
Where We Live: Shirlington
‘Village at Shirlington’
courtesy of ‘Arlington County’
Welcome back to Where We Live, your bi-weekly tour through neighborhoods in and around the District. This week: Shirlington and Fairlington! For those of you whose understanding of the DC area relies on a Metro map, you might not be too familiar with this area. But you’re [...]
Where Does Your Recycling Go?
Ever wonder happens to your recycling once it leaves the bin?
Arlington County recently released a video that takes you inside a recycling facility. It shows how items are sorted, where they go, and what’s made from them.
Your host? A bathrobe-clad man carrying a coffee cup labeled “dork.” Check it out for good info and [...]
Can You Name A Supreme Court Justice? Two-Thirds of Americans Can’t
‘U.S. Supreme Court’
courtesy of ‘brianmka’
Earlier today, we learned about some of the history of the Hill and the former home of President John Adams. How about some more current events regarding the Capitol and surrounding area? Don noted that the Tunnicliffe’s mentioned in the History Channel report was not in fact the bar, but a building [...]
A Super Bowl in Washington? Hey, it could happen.
‘Walking’
courtesy of ‘brianmka’
The first Super Bowl to be played outdoors in a cold-weather city is slated for 2014 in East Rutherford, N.J., which is an exception to the usual preference of choosing a warmer climate to play the game.
Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder is pleased with this decision. In fact, he is so pleased with [...]
We Love Drinks: Columbia Room
Imagine a little room removed from the crazy world outside – an oasis of peace entered through a busy bar. Jars of spices line the walls, while chunks of the most pristine ice you’ve ever seen are gently melting in a wooden hangiri bowl, waiting to be carved up. Bottles stand neatly at the ready, watched [...]
More »210 years ago the President moved into a bar
As the joke goes – you’d think he’da seen it.
More accurately, as the History channel reports, President John Adams arrived in our town on June 3rd, 1800, to find the President’s House not yet done. This document from the historical society reveals that he had to pack up and get out of the President’s House [...]
Win a Date with Drew Storen
Drew Storen photo by Ian Koski, Nationals Daily News
Ladies, meet Stanford graduate and Nationals reliever Drew Storen. He’s quite a catch. Likely the #2 prospect in an organization with a lot of young talent, you can take him out to lunch or dinner if you win the auction that Stand Up and Take [...]
We Love Weekends, June 5-6
‘SW DC Lightning’
courtesy of ‘MudflapDC’
Kirkles: I’m going to live out my shame by attending Friday evening’s Nats game against the Reds and sitting in $30 seats that I bought a few weeks ago. Later that evening I’ll be taking a beer loving Friend from out of town to visit Churchkey, which I think will blow [...]
DC Rapper Wale Admits Gay People Run Companies
‘From Capital Pride Parade’
courtesy of ’spiggycat’
“It’s 2010,“ and gay people “…are, like, tops, like, heads of companies,” says Wale, DC rapper after he finished chilln’ in DC AND PG the other day. In fact, he was at DC Black Pride on Sunday when he made these well intentioned yet perhaps ever-so-slightly ill-crafted statements about homophobia. [...]
Ultimate Underdog Film Fest Premieres Tonight
‘Navy Yard Station’
courtesy of ’spiggycat’
Day got you feeling down? Commiserate with cinema’s greatest schlubs at the Ultimate Underdogs Outdoor Movie festival. The free event kicks off tonight at sundown with Hoosiers, and continues every Thursday through August 5th. All movies will be shown at Canal Park, located just two blocks from the Navy Yard Metro [...]
