DC may have a growth spurt … Fort Washington couple accused of embezzling $1 million in HIV funds for fancy cars and home renovations … Oh, and your cab fare’s jumping 44 percent in 12 days … Continue reading
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Tonight at 8 p.m., enjoy Jazz at the Atlas, an ongoing series that this evening features the Steve Lehman Trio … Continue reading
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If you spend more of your workday than you care to admit looking at photos/videos/memes of cute animals, then today’s suggestion is for you. Head over to the National Museum of Natural History to view an exhibition of the 2011 winners of the Nature’s Best Photography awards … Continue reading
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G’morning, DC. Here’s what everyone’s been up to since yesterday… Santorum: Rick Santorum officially withdrew himself as a Republican nominee, saying, “We made a decision over the weekend that, while this presidential race for us is over—for me—and we will … Continue reading
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As part of our collaboration with the 9:30 Club, we’re pleased to present concert ticket giveaways every Tuesday. Each week, we’ll post a heads up about an upcoming show and what you can do to win two tickets to it. This week: … Continue reading
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With all the fascinating foodie shows overwhelming your TV these days, up-and-coming trends like molecular gastronomy have taken center stage. For a little insight into how all the epicurean chemistry works, head over to the Georgetown Reiss Science Building this afternoon for a public lecture with professor David Weitz, the Mallinckrodt Professor of Physics and of Applied Physics at Harvard University … Continue reading
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A lunchtime screening of “Secrets of the Titanic,” Bob Ballard’s documentary circa 1987, reminds us that our obsession with the majestic steamer is nothing new … Continue reading
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For your chance to win a $32 to spend on traditional empanadas at Panas in Dupont, follow us on Twitter and tweet at us with your favorite place to have a picnic in the District … Continue reading
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We were quick to attend the launch party for the 5×5 public arts project a few weeks ago—and not just because it was at one of our favorites, the Capitol Skyline Hotel. To continue learning more about this fascinating city-wide project, head to Lincoln Theatre this evening … Continue reading
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Before redevelopment and gentrification dove dollar-first into much of downtown DC, the District was long characterized as a “sleepy Southern” town that was shielded from tourists’ views. This was especially true during the ’70s and ’80s when unemployment and crime … Continue reading
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Today—after a $29 million restoration—the Howard Theatre will reopen its doors with a ribbon cutting ceremony and community day. Continue reading
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Head for Maryland this sunny afternoon and take your best shot at crafting an aerodynamic paper airplane for the museum’s Paper Airplane Day … Continue reading
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Head on over to DC9 tonight to check out the synth rockers, Gentlemen Hall. This Boston-born all-male sextet began a few years back after all the members graduated from Berklee College of Music … Continue reading
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“Tim Hetherington: Sleeping Soldiers,” which opened at the Corcoran in February and extends through May, chronicles Hetherington’s coverage in northeastern Afghanistan. Hetherington, who was killed on the job in Libya last April, spent his career covering conflict in West Africa, Liberia, Sudan … Continue reading
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For your chance at these tickets for the April 10 show, take Nada Surf’s cue from the band’s breakout hit, “Popular,” from the ’90s, and comment with your favorite recently popular meme/link.
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What with the warm, sunshine-y temps, it’s the first day in a bit that we’ve truly been craving an ice-cold beer. Join us at F Street’s Gordon Biersch this evening, where the gang at this casual brewpub will be tapping … Continue reading
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Something we never thought would happen: Sean Combs aka Puff Daddy aka P. Diddy aka Diddy winning an Oscar. But that’s precisely the path he chose when he tackled executive production of the fantastic documentary, “Undefeated,” playing today at West End Cinema … Continue reading
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For your chance to win a four-course exclusive preview of Founding Farmers’ new seasonal menu at LivingSocial’s headquarters at 918 F Street, like SocialStudiesDC on Facebook and post a recipe or photo of your favorite seasonal dish on our Facebook wall. Continue reading
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Even those babies born on the seemingly cursed April Fool’s Day will praise Restaurant Eve for the generous special the restaurant is featuring for April. Throughout this month chef/owner Cathal Armstrong will craft free tasting-room dinners for anyone born in April … Continue reading
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If you’ve always dreamed of being a spy, or of being a ninja, or simply of being a conspiracy theorist, you’ll love the debate between Jonathan Kay and Webster Tarpley this evening at the Spy Museum. This discussion, titled “9/11, … Continue reading
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