Check Out the Roses at the United States Botanic Garden
The United States Botanic Garden has been around for a very long time, as evidenced by the fact that George Washington himself came up with the idea. He knew how important it was to preserve his young country’s environment, and he wanted to keep a slice of it safe forever...
READ ARTICLEWarner Theatre: A Vintage Moviehouse Becomes a Contemporary Performance Venue
Step inside the lavish lobby of the Warner Theatre, and it probably won’t be too hard to imagine its earliest days, when the theater hosted vaudeville shows and screened silent films. The opulence of that era in arts and culture is still evident in the decor, from sparkling chandeliers to...
READ ARTICLEHone Your Skills as a Novice Artist at Capitol Hill Arts Workshop
Tap dance, oil painting, and photography are just a handful of the things you can learn how to do at the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop (CHAW). The community arts center made its grand debut in 1972 as a nonprofit dedicated to growing a low of arts throughout the DC community....
READ ARTICLEFind a Fresh Read at East City Bookshop
In all her travels, Laurie Gillman always follows the same protocol when she lands somewhere new: find the nearest independent bookstore and explore. So when her own local, indie bookstore closed up shop in 2009, she couldn’t help but feel like her own community was somehow less complete. This feeling...
READ ARTICLEChurch Hall: Craft Pints and Board Games
When you want to grab a happy hour drink, catch the game, or play a round of Uno with friends, head to Church Hall. The sprawling sports bar just debuted in Georgetown about three months ago, and it’s already earning buzz from locals. Come to check out Church Hall during...
READ ARTICLEJoin the Washington Nationals for Special Events This July
The Washington Nationals are more than just a major league baseball team. They’re also members of your community, and as such, they host special events at Nationals Park and other venues all season long for the public to enjoy. The Nationals have five events coming up in the month of...
READ ARTICLEDon’t Miss the Free Live Entertainment at the Friday Night Concert Series at Yards Park
The Friday Night Concert Series at Yards Park is already underway for the summer, so there’s no time to waste. Grab a blanket, claim your spot on the lawn, and enjoy the live music of an eclectic mix of local bands now through the end of August when the NAVY...
READ ARTICLEBuild a Stronger, Leaner Body at Pure Barre
Pure Barre‘s benefits extend beyond the physical. The challenging workout requires practitioners to leave their mental baggage at the door and focus solely on what they’re doing. It’s a meditative type of experience similar to yoga. The difference? You’ll see rapid changes in your body when you regularly attend a...
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