November 20, 2012 Years ago as the holiday season approached, we looked forward to going “downtown” by trolley car to view the windows in the large department stores, Woodies, Hecht’s and Garfinkles.  They were always a vision of delight with the animated figures and glorious fairyland scenes.  Although these days are long gone, Washington, D.C. with its many neighborhoods is still a wonderful place to live.  The “District” as it is commonly called is the capitol of the United States and as such is a vibrant city. The four quadrants of the city, NE, NW, SE, and SW are all comprised of neighborhoods that range from low income to ultra-expensive.  Unique areas such as Capitol Hill and Georgetown Read more [...]

October 25, 2012 It is very easy to stay cultured in Washington, D.C. With this city’s plethora of museums, galleries and performances, it doesn’t take much to keep your brain stimulated. And while it's easy for parents to enjoy the arts, it's slightly harder to educate kids while keeping them entertained. From science to history to other cultures, kids like to have fun while learning. For the next couple of weeks, parents in this area will have no problem finding enjoyable and informational activities for their kids, all while learning about our sister continent to the East. That’s because from now until November 14th is the fifth annual Kids Euro Festival, which takes place throughout D.C. Read more [...]

October 12, 2012 This last weekend, many Washingtonians lamented the final Truckeroo of the summer season, the event that, on occasional Fridays throughout the warm months, packed the Fairgrounds near Nationals Park with discerning eaters and some of the area’s finest food trucks. While that event is over until warmer months, Yards Park, just a half mile away in Southeast, will fill any void this weekend. They are playing host to an outdoor festival certain to satisfy any Truckeroo regular. Or for that matter, any person who loves beer. Snallygaster is the inaugural D.C. Oktoberfest celebration from the Neighborhood Restaurant Group. This group owns some of the most popular restaurants in the area, including Read more [...]

July 26, 2012 Seven years ago, a dedicated group of people banded together to form one of the quirkiest and most innovative non-profit Washington, D.C. has ever seen. And what may have seemed like something better suited for San Francisco, has instead been a resounding success. Capital Fringe was founded in 2005 and their lone goal was to create a more avant-garde atmosphere for the arts in what’s typically viewed as a staid town. Read more [...]

July 5, 2012 In and around Washington, D.C., there are a number of wonderful concert venues. From the major acts that grace the stages at Merriweather Post Pavillion and Jiffy Lube Live, to the passionate crowds that pack the 930 Club and numerous other venues that dot the land, there’s no shortage of spots for shows. Read more [...]

June 28, 2012 Over the past four years, American's have been spoiled. Since 2008, the Fourth of July holiday has aligned with a weekend, giving the entire nation three days off. This year, the holiday falls on a Wednesday, sandwiched between days at the office. For many, that might be a disappointment, and cause people to trim their activities. But here in Washington, D.C., despite the weekday date, there is no shortage of ways to celebrate. Read more [...]