The D.C. Maxecuters, model plane enthusiasts, introduced visitors to the magic of indoor flying at the National Building Museum’s 159-foot-tall Great Hall Sunday afternoon – continuing the tradition of this indoor flying showcase since 1997. The flying models demonstrate principles of good design as they… Read More
What if, after you had died, “you” could post posthumous messages to your Facebook page, sharing stories from the afterlife or sending messages of comfort to your loved ones? Morbid or marvelous? Well, now there’s a Facebook application, coming straight from the afterlife. If I… Read More
Irish Whiskey, that den of Gaelic goodness we introduced late last year, is finally open. Friends, family and media influencers crowded the brand new, yet somehow perfectly aged, triple floor den of irish food and drink Thursday night, congratulating the owners (Reese Gardner, Sam Harper and… Read More
They aren’t bar pours, they are potions. And since late last year, DC has been under their spell. At first hearing, you may remember Elisir for its early water debacle (great marketing for media mentions??!) but after Wednesday evening’s tastemaker cocktail preview, it’s clear why… Read More
Letterman got his start here locally (DC Improv), so it’s only fitting that his show would seek out talent in the home trenches. Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse is holding a stand-up comedy showcase on Saturday, January 7 (10 PM) that doubles as an audition… Read More
The tailgating ban enacted at Jiffy Lube Live last May has been repealed. Petitions, protests and threatened patronage (even Jimmy Buffet was vocally opposed!) caused the popular concert venue to reverse the irksome policy. “The decision was made after listening to our fans,” said General… Read More
Miss Joule and Malibu are at it again — back with a sinfully sweet all female cast of burlesque bombshells for a pre World Nutella Day (February 5th, it’s true!) performance at DC’s Red Palace. Saturday, February 4th, the ladies share a Tilted Torch showcase… Read More
Thanks to all who voted for us in the WaPo’s 2nd annual Top Tweeps contest. Because of your continued support, we’ve retained our “Social Butterfly” title for a second year! And as usual when an award is won, we’re planning a Boast Bash. (Because it… Read More
Because you love wine anytime, and we’ve heard your 2012 resolutions to travel – or at least explore a bit broader than the Beltway. (Remember, you don’t have to drive far for an entirely new experience!) So jump in the car for a weekend getaway,… Read More
The thought of going greener with your vehicle gets some supercharged… yet until lately, finding an electric power station was enough to cause overheating. DC’s first public electric vehicle charging station debuted curbside near the Reeves Center to much fanfare in November of 2010, yet… Read More
