Archive for July, 2010
Norman Rockwell & the Movies
Last week, the latest special exhibit opened up at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. “Telling Stories: Norman Rockwell from the Collections of George Lucas and Steven Spielberg” showcases 57 major Rockwell paintings and drawings from the private collections of two of Hollywood’s most influential modern moviemakers. The exhibition runs through January 2, 2011.
The exhibition – [...]
Car flips on 395 HOV
Bad accident in the HOV lanes of I-395 between King Street and Seminary Road. A car has flipped over. Emergency crews are on the scene and may well have it cleared before your commute this evening, but you should consider an alternate route, or perhaps dinner in the city. Traffic cam embedded after the jump. [...]
More »Campaign Notebook: July 9, 2010
‘police trooper writing a ticket’
courtesy of ‘woodleywonderworks’
There are 67 days until the primary.
This week’s edition will be a bit shorter given the short week, but there’s been some interesting news. It mostly involves traffic tickets. If you missed it, the DC Board of Elections and Ethics released the full candidate list for the September primary [...]
Clouded leopard cubs frolicking
It’s Friday afternoon. I know perfectly well you’re not working. So here’s some video of the National Zoo’s clouded leopard cubs engaging in some kitten-like activity for you to procrastinate with.
The two male cubs in the video will soon be sent to other zoos to be paired with females so that this endangered species can [...]
Caps Retain Eric Fehr
‘Caps/Habs (April 15, 2010) – 20′
courtesy of ‘Garyisajoke’
Fresh off a career high season, Eric Fehr has extended his stay with the Caps after signing off on a two-year deal worth $4.4 million yesterday afternoon. Fehr had 21 goals and 39 points in 69 games with the Caps last season, even though he averaged less than [...]
We Love DC Does Top Chef DC: Episode 4
‘Cucumber Puree’
courtesy of ‘Samer Farha’
There is a reason that we love DC- and Top Chef DC. Washington DC is a Top Chef town with many former contestants and judges working in the area. This week the names we’ve grown to love locally returned to the small screen.
But first, a baby challenge.
With Padma fresh off a [...]
She Shoots DC: Paige Weaver
‘3.30.10′
courtesy of Paige Weaver
Ever since I started our Weekend Flashback feature to start off your week, I’ve become fascinated with the myriad (just for you, Erin!) of photographers in our area. There’s such a wide range of talent, skill, expertise, and perspectives around here that’s worth sharing, so I decided to begin a periodic feature [...]
Christmas in July Toy Drive at Nationals Park All Weekend
‘Nationals vs Orioles 04′
courtesy of ‘maxedaperture’
The Washington Nationals are hosting their annual Christmas in July Toy Drive benefiting the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program all weekend.
Fans are encouraged to donate new, unwrapped toys for kids of all ages that will be collected and distributed to non-profit organizations and hospital pediatric wards throughout [...]
Mat Latos Dominates A Quiet Nats Lineup
Photo by Cheryl Nichols/Nationals News Network
The brooms were kept tucked away Thursday night at Nationals Park when San Diego right-hander Mat Latos dominated the Washington Nationals over seven innings preventing a series sweep.
“He threw a good ball game or two against us before tonight,” Nationals Manager Jim Riggleman said about Latos after the game. “We [...]
Need last minute (funny) plans?
courtesy of ‘christopher.poole’
The monthly comedy showcase at Eleventh Street Lounge is tonight, and this month it’s Night of the Newbies, featuring newer local comics who have been workin’ it at open mics but haven’t started getting into a lot of these pre-booked shows yet. Comics featured will be: Emily Ruskowski, Brandon Wardell, John Robbins, Jessica Brodkin, Josh Scott, and Reggie [...]
José Andrés Thanks Psychic Octopus For Predicting Spain’s World Cup Victory
‘Polipetti alla Griglia’
courtesy of ‘LaTur’
The World Cup is just about to conclude with a final match this Sunday that features Spain and the Netherlands (Not Germany, as originally was here, my bad! -DL), two countries who have never won the championship in its illustrious history. There were two fantastic side stories during this year’s really [...]
We Love Drinks: Rickey Month
Close your eyes and imagine life in our fair city over one hundred years ago. Imagine it was a week like we’ve had, a scorching heat wave, in your restrictive starched collar or corset – and there is no relief in sight, no air conditioned buildings to dart in. Sweat is dripping down the back [...]
More »Alice Swanson ghost bike replaced in Dupont Circle
‘Ghost Bike’
courtesy of @victorzapanta
Today marks two years since 22-year-old cyclist Alice Swanson was struck and killed by a trash truck at the corner of Connecticut Avenue and R Street in Dupont Circle. Shortly after Swanson’s death, a memorial “ghost bike” appeared at the corner. The memorial remained in place, often adorned with flowers [...]
Last Chance: Vote Zimmerman
‘Nationals vs Mets 15′
courtesy of ‘maxedaperture’
The Final Vote fan ballot closes TODAY at 4. That’s just under an hour and a half from now.
Want to see Nationals third baseman Ryan “Mr. Walk-off” Zimmerman join reliever Matt Capps at the All-Star Game in Anaheim? Place those votes ASAP.
Don’t know why to vote for Zimm? Well — [...]
VA Capital Bikeshare Locations Announced
‘CIC’s New Bikes’
courtesy of ‘rmburnes’
Via BeyondDC, we have word that the first bike-sharing locations for the Capital Bikeshare system have been announced. These first 14 stations of the proposed 114 throughout DC and Arlington are located in Pentagon City and Crystal City. Check out the map of the recently-announced stations– they’re all in pretty high-traffic [...]
We Love Weekends, July 10-11
‘Sparkler!’
courtesy of ‘Daniel.Techie{TaiShan~4Ever} @ 127.0.0.1′
Kirk: I’m off to Mann’s Choice, PA this weekend, where the air is cooler, but if I were in town, I’d probably go to the Strasburg game tomorrow night, Red Derby for their brunch (good sammiches and $2 drinks!) on Saturday morning and then find some pool to spend the rest [...]
National Public Radio Reduced To Just An Acronym
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courtesy of ‘Chris Rief aka Spodie Odie’
Since 1971, National Public Radio has fallen back on the acronym “NPR” as a shorthand for its lengthy, official name. As of today, the truncated version will be the only thing left, as the District-based organization is ditching the long moniker.
All things considered, this isn’t that much of a [...]
Broken A/C Means Free Iced Coffee
Starbucks by Jomo
I think it’s safe to say that none of us are enjoying this lovely heat wave, and that includes the employees at Starbucks on Dupont Circle. Their air conditioning has been broken since yesterday, forcing them to close up shop and to deprive many people of caffeine and free wireless. However much [...]
Don’t Let Phillie Fans Invade NatsTown … Again
‘Swing batter batter!’
courtesy of ‘m hoek’
Nats fans — don’t let the Phillies pull a fast one on this city again.
As of right now Phillies Nation is soliciting the baseball faithful of Philadelphia to jump on a bus and turn Nationals Park into Citizens Bank Park South.
You didn’t like it the first time back on Opening [...]
