Archive for July, 2011

A Capitol Fourth 2011 Rehearsal in Photos

Pictured: Kelli O’Hara and the U.S. Army Band
On Saturday July 3, some of the finest names in American entertainment assembled to rehearse for what would become PBS’ Capitol Fourth concert on the West Lawn of the Capitol building. The show’s talent included Broadway’s Kelli O’Hara, Glee’s Matthew Morrison, American Idol’s Jordin Sparks, vocal sensation Josh [...]

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Werth’s Hustle Starts Holiday Party as Nats Beat Cubs 5-4 in 10

‘Jayson Werth, where is you’re head at?!?’
courtesy of ‘Tony DeFilippo’
Jayson Werth, the focus of so much agonized discussion among Washington Nationals fans over the last few weeks, didn’t get the big hit in this 4th of July thriller. But he did score the winning run, drove in two more, walked twice, and helped cut down [...]

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Happy 4th of July

‘flapping in the storm’
courtesy of ‘philliefan99′
We Love DC is largely taking the day off in order to focus on eating and drinking and watching thing go boom in colorful sprays of light, so updates today will be few. We hope you enjoy your day safely and come back tomorrow relaxed and well-filled with flame-roasted goodies.
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Nats Back Below .500 as Bucs Blast Marquis

Jason Marquis might have had better results if he had placed the ball on a tee for the Pirates to whack at.

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Walk-off Wall Banger From An Unlikely Hero Propels Nats Over Pirates

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courtesy of ‘Lane 4 Imaging’
What is the best thing for a team that has gone through a traumatic week it after having to replace the manager and then suffer through a terrible road trip, culminating in a sweep 3000 miles away?
A win.
That wish was fulfilled in Davey Johnson’s first home game as the manager of [...]

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Friday Happy Hour: Mid City Caffe Cappuccino

Do you see that cappuccino in the photo? That is a cappuccino made with love. How, you might ask, do I know it was made with love?
Because I told the kid making it to make it with love.
It helps, of course, that the barista in question is one of my very favorite people/best friends [...]

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So You Want to See the National Fireworks on the Mall?

‘2010 – Fourth of July – I Stand with the General’
courtesy of ‘mosley.brian’
So you want to see the National Fireworks on the Mall? But you’ve heard all this about talk about crushing crowds, insane Metro rides home, and a constant threat of rain just before the fireworks are supposed to fly. Yeah, that [...]

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We Love Food: Fourth of July Roundup

‘Jazz in the Park/Garden (6/11/10)’
courtesy of ‘teddien’
Fourth of July weekend–fireworks and patriotism in the air, parades and picnics abound. After the jump are some of the dining specials and options you can raise a beer to this Independence day.
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FREE FOOD ALERT: Taylor Gourmet Hoagies and Gardein Food Truck

‘9th Street Italian @ Taylor Gourmet, DC’
courtesy of ‘Plantains & Kimchi’
Today, you’re in luck: there are TWO free food alerts.
If you’re down on H st. NE, DC United is giving out free Taylor Gourmet hoagies today from 12-1 PM. The 6-inch hoagies are in honor of the 4th of July and for DC United’s game [...]

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