t was quite a night at the Museum with plenty of fantasy, humor and yes, networking. OneTrust had an important announcement — the launch of a Consent and Data Subject Rights 2.0 Platform which would be showcased at the IAPP Global Privacy Summit the next day The Global Privacy Summit is where the world’s data protection profession gathers And for the professionals …
Students Pour into DC to March for Our Lives
Gifs by Jason Morenz undreds of thousands of students took to the streets to demand tough gun-control laws in the March for our Lives Rally today in Washington, D.C. Student protesters stretched from the US Capitol to the White House. It was arguably one of the biggest student-led protests in D.C. since the Vietnam War. More than 150 student survivors …
Most Snow in Spring since ’64
Photo by Jason Morenz t may be the second day of spring, but it was the most significant snowfall all season. As of 4pm, Reagan Airport has recorded over 4 inches of snow, the most snow this late of the year since 1964. Dulles reached 5 inches of snow, which is double the record of 2.3 inches set in 1964. As expected, …
Instant Bridge Collapses in Miami
A newly installed 950-ton bridge, that was installed within a few hours, collapsed on Florida International University’s campus Thursday, killing at least four people. First responders tending to victims at the scene, searching for people in the rubble and loading others on stretchers into ambulances. Firefighters have pulled out at least four deceased people from the rubble, Miami-Dade Fire Chief …
Nor’eastern Ravages DC and Ten States
he entire Mid-Atlantic and Northeast coast just survived a severe nor’easter known as a “bomb cyclone” because of its explosive development. The storm was strong and massive, lingering for over a day. Ten states were under a high wind warning Friday, which was issued for sustained winds of at least 35 mph, or gusts exceeding 55 mph. While the winds …
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 …
Carnival’s Cruise Vacay Nightmare
10 day cruise onboard a luxury cruise ship in the balmy South Pacific would seem to be rest and relaxation for some people, but not for these vacationers. A Carnival Legend cruise ship which can carry more than 2,000 people just returned to Melbourne Saturday after several large fights erupted causing many passengers to hide inside their cabins, especially from …
DC’s Year of the Dog
Gung Hay Fat Choy! DC Welcomes the Year of the Dog in style with celebrations all over the city all weekend. The annual Chinatown parade kicks off at 6th and I Street Northwest at 2 p.m. Sunday. Expect a colorful celebration featuring lion dances, dragons, marching bands, kung-fu, and even clowns in tiny cars! After the parade, there will be a …
14th Street Pizzeria Closes After Marijuana Bust
After five years, Piola, the 14th street Italian-based restaurant chain has closed. Earlier last month, Police responded to a marijuana party, finding several tables with marijuana on display apparently for sale. Five people were arrested in this case. Gifting marijuana is legal in DC, but storefronts are not allowed causing business deals to be made in area bars and restaurants. It’s …
UMBC’s New Multi-Purpose Events Center
fter two years of construction the UMBC Events Center will open this Saturday at 4pm with a men’s basketball game against the Vermont Catamounts. Nancy Young, the school’s vice president for student affairs, said that the Event Center was built to enhance athletics, student life and the university’s relationship with the community. UMBC’s varsity men’s and women’s basketball teams, as …
How an Emotional Idea from Hawkeye Country Turned Up Big in NYC
View PostHow to Get Tickets to National Museum of African American History
Here’s how to get tickets to the African American History Museum: Timed passes are released the first Wednesday of each month. The next advanced tickets will be released online Wednesday, Jan 5, at 9 a.m. for visits in April. Up to six tickets can be ordered at a time and tickets go quickly. A limited number of same-day timed passes …
Cousins Steer Redskins to Victory over Broncos
by Jason Morenz LANDOVER, Md. — The Redskins won over the Broncos with Kirk Cousins throwing for three touchdowns in their final home game at Fedex Field Redskins’ record improves to 7-8, giving the team a decent shot at finishing at .500 with a New Year’s Eve victory in the season finale against the New York Giants In the last …
Fire in Adams Morgan
#1 Juicy Cajun Seafood, an Adams Morgan restaurant that has been closed for the last few weeks, caught on fire early Saturday morning. Fire crews responded to the 2400 block of 18th Street Northwest at 12:17 a.m. and found the #1 Juicy Cajun Seafood restaurant had a fire in the attic. Firefighters use d hooks to open the roof and …
Zoo Lights
by Jason Morenz ecember can be the best time to visit the National Zoo – not just to see the animals, but the lights, ZooLights, that is — the Smithsonian National Zoo’s annual tradition of lights, music and moving animals. During ZooLights, powered by Pepco, more than 500,000 environmentally friendly LED lights transform the zoo into a winter wonderland after dark. …
Papa John Points Finger at NFL for Piss Poor Sales
ohn Schnatter, the founder of the Papa John’s pizza chain, will step down as CEO in the wake of controversial comments he made in November about the NFL’s handling of the anthem protests. The 56-year-old founder of the pizza chain came was criticized after remarks he made during the company’s third-quarter earnings call. He said Papa John’s — a National …
Potomac Lanes Bowling
owling has gone through a major transformation since its heydays in the 90s. There has been a steady reduction in bowling leagues over the years and investors have realized that bowling centers can be sold and the land could be used for more profitable ventures. The decrease in league bowlers is the main reason there has been a sizeable decline in …
Trump’s First Christmas Tree Lighting
View PostThrongs of Women Accuse Massage Envy of Abuse
Over a 180 women have reported sexual assaults at Massage Envy Spas across the nation. Despite these allegations, the company has failed to take accountability or even admonish the assailant, often keeping them on the payrolls. Massage Envy the largest chain of massage franchises in the country, is a billion-dollar business that promises trustworthy services at an affordable price. One …
Quadrangle 1301 Penn to Feature Operable Windows
Photography by Jason Morenz Along Pennsylvania Ave, anticipation is building for The Quadrangle Development with its innovative design and European features. The construction at 1301 Pennsylvania Ave is on schedule with a scheduled completion of 2018. Permasteelisa Group has been contracted to warehouse the windows until they are ready to be installed. D.M. Bowman from Williamsport, MD is one of the contracted carriers who …
Argentine Submarine is Missing
No contact has been made with the Argentine submarine, the ARA San Juan for the last 72 hours and an extensive air and sea search operation is underway with assistance from the US and UK. A Nasa research plane as well as a U.S. Navy P3 has joined the search for the vessel. The TR-1700 class diesel-electric vessel had been …
La Niña Means a Green Christmas for the East
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is calling for a warmer than normal winter in much of the Eastern coast of the US. La Niña is the opposite of an El Niño weather pattern which happens when the surface waters of the Pacific Ocean are unusually cold, causing the air above to be quite dry. That cool air sinks …
US Navy Draws Gigantic Penis in the Sky
Plenty of onlookers from the ground in Okanogan County, Washington were amused by Thursday afternoon’s sky doodle. A spokesman for Naval Airbase Whidbey Island airbase confirmed that the aircraft involved was one of its Boeing EA-18G Growlers. The jet specialises in electronic warfare and is a specialized version of the two-seat F/A-18F Super Hornet. Lt. Cmdr. Leslie Hubbell from Pacific Fleet Headquarters …
Museum of Bible Opens
After much anticipation, the Museum of the Bible opens in Washington, DC The Museum is the brainchild of Hobby Lobby owner Steve Green. The $500 million museum contains eight floors of biblical artifacts and exhibits from over the centuries ― including fragments from the Dead Sea Scrolls, one of the largest private collections of Torahs in the world, The Museum is open 10am …
Tesla Reveals Electric Autonomous Semi Truck
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View PostVeteran’s Day Deals Nov 10-12 ’17
Saturday, Nov 11 Cici’s Pizza Free adult buffet Buffalo Wild Wings Free small order of traditional or boneless wings with a side of fries. California Pizza Kitchen: Free entrée from a special Veterans Day menu at participating locations. Logan’s Roadhouse Free meal from special menu between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Dunkin Donuts Free donut Greene Turtle Up to $12 …
“HAVE A BOGO ON US” Tuesday
Chipotle is saluting the military Veterans with a military ID can buy-one/get-one free burrito, bowl, salad or order of tacos on Tuesday, Nov. 7 from 5 p.m. to close. The offer is valid for all active-duty, Reserves, National Guard and retired service members, their spouses and veterans. In-restaurant orders only. Here are some area Chipotles
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 …
Rays Provide Relief to Puerto Rico
The Tampa Bay Rays stepped up to help the victims of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico by chartering a plane to deliver medical supplies and equipment to Ponce, Puerto Rico. While in Puerto Rico, the organizations helped preserve cancer tissue samples from a Puerto Rico biobank and pick up cancer patients, caregivers and nuns from a local church. Rays left-handed pitcher and …
Golden Corral to get Redesign
Golden Corral will be getting a new look and feel starting next year. The privately held Golden Corral, which has nearly 500 restaurants, saw revenue fall 2.6 percent last year. Buffet restaurants are suffering because their core customer tends to be a lower-income diner who eats out less often The new building design seeks to boost Golden Corral’s curb appeal. …
Chilly Sales for Chili’s
he casual dining chain whose sales have been slim in recent quarters has restructured its corporate staff and has now put their menu on an extreme weight loss diet. Chili’s is slashing its menu by a whopping 40% from 125 to 75 items to focus on three things: Burgers, Fajitas and Ribs. “We had to take control of what we …
Dolphins Coach Snorting Coke
The Dolphins Offense completely stinks and one of their coaches may have been snorting coke. The Miami Dolphins are investigating a video that allegedly shows offensive line coach Chris Foerster snorting a white powder off a table. This is the video supposedly of Dolphins offensive line coach Chris Foerster snorting coke before a meeting pic.twitter.com/L7ZsdZMH7U — Ollie Connolly (@OllieConnolly) October …
Hard Rock Cafe in the News
The Hard Rock Cafe an anchor in San Diego since 1998 will be closing at the end of the year. ‘mreedy02’ in Instagram captured video from the Biloxi, Miss Hard Rock Cafe’s parking lot showing cars tossed around like electric guitars in the raging flood water. Hurricane Nate made it’s second landfall Sunday as Category I hurricane To contact Hard …
UFC to recognize First Responders
Dana White, President of the UFC plans to make UFC 216 a celebration of the city and provide more than 1,500 free tickets to first responders They will also get food and beverage vouchers courtesy of the arena and have t-shirts on their seats upon arrival. An acknowledgement of their heroism is planned for the pay-per-view broadcast. White also expects …
Hy-Vee to Develop 26 Wahlburgers
Hy-Vee will develop 26 Wahlburgers in its Midwest stores The 26 locations that Hy-Vee is planning to develop will double the chain’s size. The deal gives Wahlburgers a well-funded, well connected franchisee who can effectively spread the brand in Iowa and throughout the Midwest. Hy-Vee will bring Wahlburgers items into its Market Grilles as they open restaurants in various markets.
Dollar Margaritas @Applebees
You can get endless margaritas for a dollar, & I’m basically already hungover https://t.co/07apuEcHkR via @sheknows #margarita #applebees — Momo Go (@mogo44444) October 7, 2017 .@Applebees Is it true your Dollaritas are 1 part cheap tequila, 1 part cheap margarita mix & 3 parts tap water? #SIU #Salukis #Applebees pic.twitter.com/SgfNlTsvUn — Soberly Intoxicated (@SIDrunks) October 7, 2017 #Dolarita ayeeee???????????? #Margarita …
Team St John Strong
e have watched our nation buffeted and drowned by mother nature, and we feel truly overwhelmed. Lets use the national reach of our powerful little organization to make a difference. TRR will focus our efforts on St John, USVI. The people and businesses on St John have supported our TRR wounded and disabled veterans with limitless support for more than 10 years. They …
Tesla Semi Beast to Disrupt Trucking
Next month, Tesla will be unveil the first semi-autonomous fully-electric class 8 semi truck – Electrek Though only boasting a range of 200-300 miles — a far cry from what a typical Over-the-Road truck driver drives a day, the announcement is expected to be disrupt the commercial trucking industry. With a price tag of $100,000 it is significantly cheaper than …
Art All Night @CongressHeights
Sat, Sept 23 Art All Night – the Chocolate City Edition – welcomes all to come experience all forms of visual and performing arts, that takes you on a journey across the DC African American Diaspora. Through myriad forms of art and cuisine, there will be over 20 venues featuring over 300 artists celebrating the history and future of Gospel, …
DC Mayor Considering St Elizabeth’s for UMC Replacement
Mayor Bowser is considering the St. Elizabeths East campus in Congress Heights as the best home for a new hospital to replace the ailing, District-owned United Medical Center. “St. Elizabeths campus was chosen after an analysis of six available potential building sites within Wards 7 and 8, Mayor Muriel Bowser said in a statement. Political support for replacing UMC, the only hospital east …
The American Red Cross Provides Disaster Relief
There are roughly 6,000 American Red Cross volunteers on the ground in 13 states and U.S. territories whose sole purpose is to help their neighbors. These 6,000 volunteers are helping thousands they’ve never met, who have been devastated by Hurricanes Irma and Harvey, as well as thousands more threatened by wildfires across the West and Northwest. Irma: Overnight, nearly 22,000 …
JMS – Hauling for Houston
For the last several days, Riley Larson, general manager of JMS Transportation, launched a donation drive to fill up a 53 foot trailer with essential items for Houston. Riley was pleasantly surprised by the response. People from all over the neighborhood came in droves. Many even donated money – $3,500 was raised which was used to purchase groceries. And on …
Big Top on the Mall
The Greatest Show on Earth my have come and gone, but the days of circus acrobatics are far from over. (Ringling Brothers closed in 2007 after 146 years) And this year for the 50th anniversary of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival – a historic stroll down memory lane, how appropriate it is to spotlight the circus, it’s impact on society – …
DC Westin Hotel Kitchen Fire
Fire broke out in the kitchen at the Westin Hotel at Thomas Circle in Northwest DC Saturday evening. Smoke was billowing from the Westin’s rooftop and more than a dozen fire trucks reported on the scene. The fire started in the kitchen of Rural Society, a restaurant in the Loews Hotel which shares the ventilation system with The Westin. By 9pm, …
A Scalding Roasting from DC’s Filter Coffeehouse
by Chito Peppler Filter Coffeehouse and Espresso Bar the long-time coffee shop in downtown DC just called RUNINOut a “Piece of Crap.” Apparently they weren’t happy with the pictures that the search engine had gleaned from Filter’s Facebook page, even though RUNINOut has been asking for input for the last several years. After the fifth inquiry (since Sept 2013), Filter finally …
Tacos & Tequila Festival
*** DC’s 1st Taco Festival *** ** Over 40 Craft Breweries/80+ Beers Included ** ** Tequila Pavilion (Mezcal Too!) ** DC’s Best Taquerias and Taco Trucks Come Together to Showcase DC’s Best Tacos! 2 SESSIONS Session 1: VIP: 11 am – 3 pm General Admission: Noon – 3 pm Session 2: VIP: 5 pm – 9 pm General Admission: 6 pm …
Days Inn Easton to be Torn Down for Da Vinci Science Center
The Da Vinci Center is coming to Easton. A 170,000 square foot science center with a 500,000 gallon saltwater tank featuring sharks and a large-screen movie theater is coming to downtown Easton. The $130 million project, which is an expansion of the Da Vinchi Science Center in Allentown will be billed as the largest aquarium in Pennsylvania. The Days Inn …
EU Embassy Run Record $4K Raised
Washington, D.C. – The 8th annual EU Embassy Run kicked off without a hitch last Saturday. Earlier on, the cold front threatened to dump rain all across DC that morning, but thankfully the weather cleared up just in time for our 9am run. Over 75 runners and volunteers participated in the run that covered 10-13 miles, visiting over a dozen …
Two Video Pirates Charged with Illegally Recording Fate of the Furious
LINTHICUM, Md. — Two men were caught in the Hoyt’s Movie Theater in Linthicum, MD yesterday recording The Fate of the Furious. An investigator from the Motion Picture Association of America told police he had been watching two men who were known to be movie piracy suspects. He said he saw them go into the movie theater and illegally record …
Mad Man Rampage on Good Friday @ Glory Days
hortly after noon, a mad man forced his way to Glory Days Grill on John Milton Drive in Reston, VA swinging a big chain at customers and employees. First he threatened patrons and employees that were on the front patio. People rushed inside and locked the doors, but the man managed to break in by breaking the glass door with a …
Flower Power in Anacostia
njoy an interactive art installation, art exhibitions, floral arranging classes, workshops, live music, spring fashion. Free and Family-Friendly. Part of the Anacostia River Festival, a premier event of the 2017 National Cherry Blossom Festival. Live Music from the “funk with soul” band Aztec Sun Retro Beats with DJ Laura Lopez Art Exhibitions: “Pathfinders” by Michael Platt in Honfleur Gallery “Reclamation” by …
Construction Workers Stuck on a Boom in SE DC
DC Fire and EMS have rescued two construction workers stuck about 10 stories high on a disabled boom lift in the Navy Yard neighborhood in Southeast DC. The construction workers were working on a building in the 1200 block of First Street SE. Using a ladder, both workers was rescued by the first responders at around 6:20 p.m. Tuesday. The workers …
Pregnant Woman Found Dead in Potomac by Fishermen at Joint Base Anacostia Bolling
WASHINGTON – D.C. Fire crews have recovered a dead, pregnant woman’s body in the Potomac River at Joint Base Anacostia Bolling. The body was spotted by fishermen on base around 12:30pm. The woman is Black, pregnant and appears to be in her 20s or 30s. Officials have not released any information on the incident at this time. An autopsy will be …
DC’s Namesake Bar Closes
One of Foggy Bottom’s premier sports bars has closed its doors for the last time. After after opening in 2002, the tavern that bears the name of DC’s statehood movement has sadly closed. Located in between George Washington University and Georgetown, 51st State Tavern was a perfect spot for GWU students during happy hour and to hang out after school. Despite its …
Apple Store Pentagon City Expands
he Apple store at Pentagon City has just completed a major rebuild. Gone are the days of stuffy spaces with cramed customers. The new build is quite transformative, taking over two neighboring stores and closing for nearly six months. It now offers large glass doors, touch-sensitive sequoia wood tables and shelves, seating areas for community events, large 6K resolution video …
Atlanta’s First Cat Cafe
his month, the first cat cafe in Atlanta will open. Java Cats Cafe was initially funded as a kickstarter project by founder Hadyn Hilton. They have partnered with PAWS Atlanta, which is the oldest no-kill animal shelter in Georgia. Java Cats Cafe will serve as a foster for up to 20 cats at a time in their cat room. All of …
Bardo Brewing on the Anacostia River
here’s a new brewery on the Anacostia River and it has began a month-long soft opening – just in time for baseball season. Bardo Brewery which moved from the Trinidad location Bladensburg has moved after five years. Now the beergarden on 25 Potomac Ave SE, recognized as one of the best 22 in America by Timeout, has 2 acres right on the …
#NotmyPresidents Day Protest in DC
#NotMyPresident’s Day Protest resident’s Day celebrates the great leaders of our nation and reminds Americans the presidency is not only a position, but a symbol of America and our values Today, a day after Donald Trump held a campaign rally in Florida to defend his first 30 tumultuous days in office, DC residents as well as many across America protested Trump’s …
All 230 Arrested Charged with Felony Rioting
Police arrested 230 on Inauguration Day and charged all of them with felony rioting. The U.S. Attorney’s Office stated the offense is punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. Many of the protesters were dressed in black clothing, scarves and masks. Picking up bricks and using crowbars, they smashed storefront windows and …
Millions Protest Trump’s Presidency
rotesters filled the streets in Washington, DC and around the globe Saturday to protest President Trump’s administration. Due to demeaning comments made to Muslims, Minorities and Women, the Women’s March served as a rebuttal to formally protest Trump’s inauguration as commander-in-chief. The numbers don’t lie. Over 500,000 amassed at the National Mall, while barely 100,000 showed up for the Inauguration. This …
Unprecedented Inaugural Concert Held at Lincoln for Trump
ccording to President-elect Donald Trump, the Make America Great Again Concert was one-of-a-kind, unprecedented. “So this journey began 18 months ago. I had something to do with it, but you had much more to do with it.” He continued, “We all got tired of seeing what was happening, and we wanted change… This started out tonight being a small little …
Trump’s Inauguration Looms without the Stars
nauguration events will begin in just over a week. Street closures and parking restrictions throughout D.C. will begin shortly after noon on Jan. 18, and expand to major roads and bridges by 3 a.m. on Jan. 19. These closures will continue even after the Inauguration. Meanwhile, the President-Elect is having trouble finding talent to perform. Trump, however, claims that he’s …
DC Council Member Nadeau Attacks Airbnb
C Council member (Ward 1) Brianne Nadeau has ramped up the offensive against the home-sharing company, Airbnb. In D.C., as well as in most metropolitan areas in the US, rental properties are required to have a basic business license which entails checking for proper zoning and getting inspected by the city. Unfortunately the vast majority of Airbnb landlords are skirting …
George Michael Dies on Christmas Day
George Michael, the British pop star renowned for his hits Careless Whisper and Last Christmas died today in London. He was 53. In a statement, the star’s publicist said: “It is with great sadness that we can confirm our beloved son, brother and friend George passed away peacefully at home over the Christmas period. Michael had been struggling with pneumonia …
New Cleveland Park Library to Open Mid 2018
onstruction of the Cleveland Park Neighborhood Library, located at 3310 Connecticut Ave. NW has begun. The Library hired the design/build team of Gilbane and Perkins Eastman for the project, which is currently funded at $19.7 million. The new library will be larger to accommodate expanded space for children, teens and adults. Design Update Plans for the new library are now complete with the support …
Cuban Corner’s Cabrejas Reflects Castro’s Death
The walls of the Cuban Corner in Rockville MD, are adorned with names of famous and accomplished Cubans, chronicling major events in US-Cuba relations. Although owner, Joaquin Cabrejas hasn’t been home since he fled the country in 1960 at the age of 10 as part of Operation Peter Pan, he hopes to someday. In the last ten years, Joaquin and millions of …
MD SmartBuy – Dream come True for Homebuyers
As part of the Maryland “You’ve Earned It” Program, the state of MD will provide a lower interest rate loan and provide $5K down. Best of all, they will pay off your student loan completely (up to 15% of purchase price) Requirement: Must pay at least 5% of purchase price down payment Must live in house for 5 yrs Must …
Thanksgiving at the Black Squirrel
Get ready this Thanksgiving (Thursday, November 24th) for The Black Squirrel’s annual Thank-You Thanksgiving $10 All-You-Can-Eat Black Squirrel Feast. Starting at 11:30 am, we’re putting out a full Thanksgiving buffet spread complete with turkey and all the trimmings for only $10 as our special thank-you to you, our customers! The menu this year will include: Roast turkey, honeybaked spiral-cut ham, …
Senator Schumer’s Hunan Hangout Burns
unan Dynasty located at 215 Pennsylvania Ave SE in Capitol Hill caught on fire yesterday. The fire came from the HVAC system possibly from something in the air duct. Besides local Washingtonians who frequently visit this local time-tried staple, Senator Chuck Schumer the senior senator from New York was saddened by the news. In his 2008 book, “Positively American“, Schumer …
Sing along with Jon Adelson at Mr Smith’s
here’s nothing that compares to singing along with the iconic Piano at Mr Smith’s on a weekend night in touristy and inviting Georgetown. While families with children in strollers and bikes and couples walk hand-in-hand across the street at the waterfront, party goers and birthday revelers filled the long-standing and iconic Georgetown bar, Mr Smith’s
Offloading Sheetrock in NYC
eople say that Flatbed trucking is the hardest job in trucking. You can see why. You definitely work up a sweat, and the job can have its hazards especially at busy job sites. Not only do you have to ensure your load gets to the consignee on time, you also have to ensure your load is properly secured and tarped. …
Drag Queens Run DC
uesday night before Halloween is traditionally the High Heel Race. For the past 30 years, the event has been held in Dupont Circle on 17th Street. The costume parade started at 7pm the same time runners checked in at Cobalt. The race kicked off at 9pm sharp but folks started arriving several hours in advance. After the run, many of the …
REI to Open Flagship Store in NOMA DC
REI is coming to DC and they’re throwing a block party for everyone: Doors open at 10am Friday and Saturday; and 11am Sunday. Weekend highlights include: Friday Festivities kick off with the award-winning music of the Ballou Majestic Marching band, followed by Little Bacon Bear and other local DJs on the Store Stage. Cap it off with a night of …
DUI Driver Strikes and Kills Mad Rose Employee
A DUI driver struck and killed Mad Rose employee yesterday. From Mad Rose Facebook page: On Tuesday, October 4, at 2:52 PM, an invaluable member of the Mad Rose Tavern family, Victoria Alicia Gonzalez, was tragically struck by a vehicle while working on the front patio of Mad Rose. Alicia is a devoted mother of a 2 year old baby …
Half Smoke Eating Contest @Ben’s Chili Bowl H Street
Photos by Jason Morenz On Saturday, Sept 17, during the H Street Festival, Ben’s Chili Bowl welcomed eaters and spectators to the 4th Annual Half Smoke Eating Contest. Whoever ate the most half smokes in eight minutes wins the Ben’s Chili Bowl trophy and cash prize. What’s unique about the DC half smoke is that half smoked and half grilled. …
H Street Fest 16 – Its a Wrap
Street Festival ’16 is one for the record books and once again another huge hit. From dancers to acrobats there was no shortage of performers. There were lots of exhibits on display along the H Street corridor And restaurants, bars and rooftops were packed with festival-goers. The DC region was blessed with good weather attracting tens of thousands of people to …
Ben’s Upstairs – Southern with a Splash of Caribbean Debuts on H
his weekend, H Street will transform into a boulevard of food, fun & festivities. And Ten01 will transform into Ben’s Upstairs, a new concept from the family that created Ben’s Chili Bowl and Ben’s Next Door The new restaurant will serve Southern-influenced cuisine food with a hint of Caribbean flavors Just like the name implies, the restaurant will feature a bar upstairs …
Alphonse Closes
lphonse opened with much fanfare in U Street just two years ago. The design was amazing and the concept sound. Sadly without so much of a whisper, Alphonse closed on Monday. No reason was giving for shuttering. The owners of Biergarten Haus and Russia House did not provide an explanation. A note on their door thanked patrons for their support …
Festival Goers to take over H Street, Sat
his Saturday, Sept 17, H Street will transform once again into a celebration of food, culture and fun. For it’s eleventh year, a festival that seems to grow and expand every year, this year promises to be no different. For 7+ hours from noon to dusk, hundreds of vendors and thousands of festival-goers (last year attracted over 200,000) will flood …
Adams Morgan Day kicks off on Sept 11
his year’s Adams Morgan Day – the longest running neighborhood celebration in DC went off without a hitch. As usual there was plenty of food, fun, music and dogs. Last year after experiencing a minor hiccup when its president Marc Morgan mismanaged finances, the event was scaled down from years past. This year’s festival kept the same “mellow” vibe – …
“No Lifeguard on Duty” at Fairfax County Pools
FAIRFAX, VA – For the first time in over 40 years, Fairfax County will allow hotels and condominium complexes to stand down their lifeguards. That’s what Tyson’s Sheraton Premiere did and now there’s been no lifeguard on duty. The hotel is one of 15 proprieties that the Fairfax County Health Department has recently allowed to operate without lifeguards. Comfort Suites: …
Chaplin’s Co-Owner Armin Amin Dies in Car Accident
The Chaplin’s family is heart-broken by the loss of our friend, brother and legend, Armin Amin. You were a gentle giant with a huge heart – taken from us, way too soon–while always caring for others. We were blessed by your generosity, grace and spirit. You have done so much for our city and from the bottom of our hearts, …
Hanging up with the Hangar
I really want this place to do well. Hangar Club, a former strip club in Temple Hills, MD – closed two years ago, calling it an “imminent danger to the safety and welfare of the public.” Last year, the Hangar Club, located in the 6400 block of Old Branch Ave, reopened under new management and new business model as a …
Canton Comes to 14th
here’s a roaring bar scene on 14th. New, upscale restaurants pop up as frequently as humid days in July. That’s why it came as a huge surprise to see a new neighbor that has a totally different look and cuisine. There are the Meiwahs and the Tony Chengs that cater to the trendy Washingtonians and tourists alike. Ever good Chinese food …
Breaking down ICT Barriers @Open Camps UN
uly 8-17 2016 – The United Nations has been hosting the world’s largest open sourced mission driven camp with over 6,000 attendees. Unite Open Source‘s goal is to break down barriers and build collaboration amongst developers, administrators, designers, managers, etc. Technology is a key enabler of sustainable development. Partnership within the global ICT community is one of the best ways …
Duck Chang’s Makes a Bang
Photos by Dan Rosenstein Duck Chang’s established in 1975, is known world-wide for its Peking duck – crispy and succulent. They were the first restaurant in the US to serve a Peking Duck with less than 24 hours notice. And it’s my favorite place in the whole DMV for authentic Chinese cuisine. But there’s more to Duck Chang’s than just duck — Peter …
#LoveJerk: Caribbean Citations – Downtown Anacostia
nder the DC codes, there are more than 79 reasons you can get a parking ticket and in DC, with an average of 2.9 tickets issued every minute, it is a $179 million-a-year business. If you drive in DC, chances are you’ve probably gotten a ticket or two. And you’ve probably fought them in Traffic Court. Now, there’s a new way to …