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Fashion and Charity: What’s Not to Love?
Next month one of DC’s most anticipated events will hit Georgetown for an evening of food, fashion, and fun. The District Sample Sale Foundation will hold its eighth installment of the District Sample Sale on Thursday September 16th from 5:30-9:30pm.
So I’m pretty much loving the sound of this…over 20 of the city’s designer clothing and [...]
Washington Highlands Library to Open Next Summer for DC Bookworms
‘Library Books’
courtesy of ‘Jamiesrabbits’
Next summer the District has a brand-spanking-new library to look forward to at 115 Atlantic St. SW. Mayor Adrian Fenty (D), D.C. Council Chairman Vincent Gray (D), Chief Librarian Ginnie Cooper, and other members of the Ward 8 community broke ground the Washington Highlands Neighborhood Library last week.
Not only will the [...]
Free Food Alert! Dunkin’ Turbo Visits DC
‘Dunkin Donuts Medium Coffee’
courtesy of ‘Mr. T in DC’
I don’t know about you, but I’m always in the mood for free stuff these days. That being said, this weekend, good ole’ Dunkin’ Donuts will be on hand at Safeway’s National Capital Barbecue Battle XVIII. Located on Pennsylvania between 9th and 14th Street, there will be a [...]
More Meals for Your Money
‘Buddha Bar 15′
courtesy of ‘maxedaperture’
For those of us on a budget, it’s always great to find a deal on dinner, or any other meal for that matter. That being said, I have a few spots that I think you’ll thank me later for…
Buddha Bar. Did you know you can enjoy lunch Buddha Bar-style for under [...]
Plenty of Paella to Go Around!
‘paella’
courtesy of ‘looseid’
A couple of nights ago, I had the pleasure of attending the kickoff to the 8th Annual Paella Festival at Jaleo in Crystal City, and I must say I was very impressed to say the least. Between June 7th and 20th, all locations will be celebrating the traditional Spanish dish, so you have [...]
Stealing a Meal Without Skipping the Check!
‘VTSS Event at 701 Restaurant_4′
courtesy of ‘PZAO’
Looking for your next lunch spot or a deal on a great dinner? 701 Restaurant has you covered with their “Steal of a Deal” lunch and dinner specials. Monday through Friday between 11:30 am and 3 pm in the restaurant’s Bar 7 and lounge spaces, you can grab lunch [...]
Georgetown’s “Style and the City” to Prep DC for SATC2
’sex and the city 2′
courtesy of ‘IKEA Boy â��ã��J.D Chenã��â�¢’
If I had to make a guess, I would say that there is a pretty good population of “Sex and the City” fans here in the District, including moi (I’ve always been a little partial to Charlotte myself). That being said, it is my moral obligation [...]
Good Lunch with a Great Purpose: The D.C. Lottery to Host the 3rd Annual “Taste of 12″
‘Brunch at Acadiana’
courtesy of ‘william couch’
The third annual “Taste of 12″ is sure to have you tasting a little bit of everything on Friday May 21st. Hosted by the D.C. Lottery, the event allows you to sample food from area restaurants AND contribute to a great cause. Proceeds will benefit the Capital Area Food Bank, [...]
Mother’s Day 2010: Meals for your Mom!
‘mimosas!’
courtesy of ‘@heylovedc’
This Sunday is all about Mommies, and if you still don’t have any plans, have no fear. There are of tons of ways to honor her here in the District and surrounding area, with none other than food of course! I’ve taken the liberty of highlighting some great spots that are sure to [...]
31 Flavors for Just 31 Cents!
‘Baskin Robbins’
courtesy of ‘Dahi(‘-’*)’
We all remember growing up on 31 flavors…Baskin-Robbins that is, so why not stop in to one of their locations for some good ice cream and an even better cause? Tonight from 5-10pm participating stores will celebrate 31 Cent Scoop Night to honor our country’s firefighters. Not only will you be able [...]
DCPS Students Shop ‘Till They Drop in Prom Dress Boutique
Well, it looks like there will be some very lucky young ladies going to Prom this year, thanks to the efforts of DCPS and everyone who helped contribute to their annual Prom Dress Collection. Last week after the collection was complete, students had the opportunity to shop in the boutique for gently used dresses and [...]
More »District Restaurants Celebrate Earth Day 2010
‘Dew Drop Wishes’
courtesy of ‘NJ..’
In honor of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, tons of area restaurants are serving up specials for their diners. For example, Firefly will give you a buck off of your bill for each wine cork that you bring in to be recycled. You can bring up to 22 corks (which [...]
BLT Restaurants to Provide A Different Kind of Tax Relief
‘Raspberry Mojito’
courtesy of ‘Samer Farha’
Every year it just seems to kind of sneak up on you, huh? Well if your taxes are stressing you out more than usual, no worries! BLT restaurants nationwide are offering you 50% off all alcoholic beverages on Tax Day, April 15th.
So if you already know you’ll need a drink, they’ve got [...]
A Dolcezza Summer for Dupont
Have no fear, your dessert prayers have been answered. Dolcezza Artisanal Gelato will be opening a brand-spanking-new location in Dupont Circle, perfect for those hot and humid days ahead. The gelateria will not only have a gelato bar, but also an exclusive V60 Pour-over Coffee Bar. Slated to open on April 15th, this location will feature [...]
More »ADI to Host an Open House for the Little Twinkle Toes in Your Life
Courtesy of American Dance Institute
If you’re like me, then you’re all for every little girl believing that she too, can be a ballerina someday. That being said, you’ll be even more excited about the American Dance Institute’s FREE Angelina Ballerina Open House on Sunday April 25th from 12 noon to 2pm.
The American Dance Institute (ADI) [...]
Free Food Alert: Morton’s Shopper Appreciation!
‘Morton’s Steakhouse’
courtesy of ‘ashleyt’
As if shopping in Georgetown isn’t already one of your favorite pasttimes, Morton’s Steakhouse and Georgetown BID are giving you one more reason to shop till’ you drop. This week select retailers will be distributing invitations to Morton’s Shopper Appreciation Event on April 10th.
So, it’s pretty simple. This is how it works: you shop [...]
Buzz Bakery Goes Green for April
‘Kermit’
courtesy of ‘NomadicLass’
So just in case you didn’t know, April is National Frog Month, and Alexandria’s Buzz Bakery is ringing it in with all the froggy food you can imagine. Pastry Chef Josh Short has created a dessert menu that I’m sure will make you green with envy.
With everything from iced Kermit Cookies for $2.25 [...]
Easter in the District: So Much To Eat, So Little Time!
‘Green Egg’
courtesy of ‘oparrish’
So when I was younger, it was all about getting dressed up for church, painting eggs, Easter dinner, and this magical fuzzy bunny, which quite frankly, can be a tad-bit scary for little kids. Now that I’m a little older, it’s a little less Easter bunny, but the dinner part never really [...]
Name That Octopus!
Courtesy of Mehgan Murphy, Smithsonian’s National Zoo
What has eight arms, no spine, and a webcam? The National Zoo’s brand-spanking-new giant Pacific octopus, that’s what. There’s just one thing it’s missing… a name! But have no fear, that’s where you come in.
The National Zoo has narrowed it down to four choices for names, which are the [...]
