by Jason Morenz The Air Force Thunderbirds and the U.S. Navy Blue Angels flew over the nation’s capital Saturday to thank essential workers on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic. The teams are conducting a nationwide flyover to salute healthcare workers, first responders and other essential personnel.
DC Bike Ride Raises Safety Awareness
Photos by Jason Morenz The fourth annual, D.C. Bike Ride, organized to raise awareness to biker safety in the city, attracted thousands of participants that biked 20 miles throughout DC and Virginia. Bands, DJs were along the route for people to show support and participate in during their ride. After the event, bikers and non-riders participated in a huge festival …
Veterans’ Day Deals 2018
Great Clips On November 11, veterans and current military members can visit a Great Clips salon on November 11 to receive either a free haircut or the free haircut card to use at a later date. Non-military customers can purchase a service on Veterans Day and get a free haircut card to give to a veteran you know. Haircuts are redeemable until …
Ellicott City Recovery in Full Swing: Credentialing Begins
While Ellicott City was still recovering from the devastating 2016 flood, another deluge ravaged the historic city last month. The destruction was definitely worse than before and also claimed the life of National Guardsman Eddison Hermond who was swept away while trying to save others. Unfortunately the old city is still blocked off while Howard County officials continue with the …
After Ten Years, Tortoise and Hare Crawls to a Close
The Tortoise and Hare opened over ten years ago by Brian Montgomery and Erik Dahlseid. The popular bar know for hosting Pittsburgh sports teams (Steelers, Penguins, Pirates) has scored its last goal. And last night, the Crystal City bar closed their doors for the last time. Here’s a post by Brian Montgomery: “As we posted back in August, we were beginning the …
McCormick and Schmick’s Veterans Appreciation Day
Are you a veteran and like Seafood or Steak? Then you should consider visiting McCormick and Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants for its annual Veterans Appreciation Day on Sunday Nov 5, 2017 for a free entree during lunch or dinner. Proof of military service required, but not needed for Gold Star Family members (parents or spouse). Be sure to contact your local McCormick …
Urban Thai
Urban Thai nestled in quaint Crystal City, VA strives to provide convenient, healthy, and authentic Thai food in modern counter-service restaurants. Food quality will be fully consistent, while the ambience will reflect the spirit of Thailand and its culture. Urban Thai offers the solution with a menu that has been developed to meet the needs of today’s health conscious consumer without compromising …
Arlington Finances Ballston Mall
Arlington’s County Board gave the green light to $55 million in renovations for Ballston Common Mall, to turn it into a mixed-use, entertainment-oriented development. By a unanimous vote, the County agreed to allocate $10 million in public revenue for garage and transportation improvements and to generate a tax increment financing district that would generate up to $45.5 million. Owner, Forest City, has plans …
Mexicali got me Tasting the Blues
We’re always on a quest for good Mexican in DC. Not Salvadoran. Not Chipotle — I want my tacos served with a smile So we came here to Mexicali Blues with a group of friends bar hopping through Clarendon. I tried the carnitas. The food came out burnt, dry like charcoal. The drinks and food sound good on the menu …
Nepal Relief Fundraiser @Court Haus Social
Come snack on delicious dishes at the newly opened CourtHaus Social while we raise money for the Nepal Relief. $20 gets you entry including a wide selection of German & American mouth-watering hors d’oeuvres. Pls purchase your tickets on Bookalokal: http://bit.ly/1JSAhBX 100% of the ticket price will support earthquake victims in Nepal Georgetown Stands with Nepal Nepal Rising – Washington …
Clarendon Food Crawl
What a treat! You simply can’t beat five lovely restaurants in the heart of Arlington for only $40 per person. A play on those fun Pub Crawls that seem to be happening everywhere these days, the Clarendon Food Crawl, took lucky participants on a culinary tour of Ireland, Italy, Mexico & El Salvador, the Mediterranean, and Asia. Hosted by RuninOut and …
Rien Tong – Tasteless & Rude
Rien Tong is a Thai Sushi shop in the heart of Clarendon. It’s perfectly located since there’s a dearth of good Asian restaurants this side of Arlington. I’ve visited several times over the year and got a mixed reaction. Sometimes the service was fast. Other times, I would have done better just going to Whole Foods. The food is ok, but …