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Wine & Spirits: Guacamole Festival at La Sandia

Wine & Spirits: Guacamole Festival at La Sandia

Guacamole, chips and inspired sips are on the menu this month at La Sandia.

Paint the Town: Arts Agenda

Paint the Town: Arts Agenda

Soak up some culture with upcoming artistic offerings around town.

Society 2.0 This Week’s Top Tweets

Society 2.0 This Week’s Top Tweets

Mother's Day starts the week, Donna Summer dies at 63 and Facebook goes public.

Fashionable Life: Runways, Brides and ‘Mad Men’

Fashionable Life: Runways, Brides and ‘Mad Men’

A roundup of fashionable events around town.

FYIDC: The Zoo’s Culinary Safari

FYIDC: The Zoo’s Culinary Safari

Mingle with the animals at the National Zoo's foodie adventure.

FYIDC: And They’re Off

FYIDC: And They’re Off

You don't have to have tickets to the Preakness to experience the races.


Charity Spotlight: Beyond Kony

Charity Spotlight: Beyond Kony

11 April 2012

Invisible Children isn't the only nonprofit doing great work in Uganda.

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FYIDC: Kazake Dance Party

FYIDC: Kazake Dance Party

11 April 2012

Bust a move and work up a sweat with this dance-cardio explosion on the National Mall to raise money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation...

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My Washington: Chris Dodd

My Washington: Chris Dodd

11 April 2012

Chairman of the Motion Picture Association of America shares his top Washington spots.

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Life of the Party: ARTini’s Inspired Cocktail

Life of the Party: ARTini’s Inspired Cocktail

11 April 2012

The city's top mixologists design an inspired cocktail.

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Trend Report: Toni Leinhardt

Trend Report: Toni Leinhardt

10 April 2012

Toni Leinhardt, one of Washington’s top stylists, shares her tips for fighting the fashion status quo.

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Trend Report: Fashion For Paws Sneak Peek

Trend Report: Fashion For Paws Sneak Peek

10 April 2012

Real spring trends on the Fashion For Paws runway at Tysons Galleria.

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Trend Report: Global Fashion Roundup

Trend Report: Global Fashion Roundup

06 April 2012

Prom don’ts, lawsuits over a letter, edible couture and other things that will make you hungry.

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Performing Arts: Pop Broadway at Wolf Trap

Performing Arts: Pop Broadway at Wolf Trap

06 April 2012

Pop meets classical when pianist Jim Brickman and Broadway star Jeri Sager take the stage.

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FYIDC: Easter Monday At The Zoo

FYIDC: Easter Monday At The Zoo

06 April 2012

For families, the National Zoo is a new Easter tradition.

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Eco Chic: Earth Day Events

Eco Chic: Earth Day Events

06 April 2012

The planet is celebrating Earth Days 42'nd Anniversary. Spend your Earth day...

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Wine & Spirits: Park Hyatt Washington’s New Cocktails

Wine & Spirits: Park Hyatt Washington’s New Cocktails

05 April 2012

Classics, as well as seasonally-inspired libations, make up the hotel's new cocktail program.

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Trend Report: Art Deco-dant

Trend Report: Art Deco-dant

05 April 2012

Accent your outfit with decadent accessories.

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The Dish: Pizzeria Orso

The Dish: Pizzeria Orso

05 April 2012

Pizzeria expands menu beyond traditional pies.

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Performing Arts: Dance Giving Circle Is First in the Region

Performing Arts: Dance Giving Circle Is First in the Region

05 April 2012

There is a Japanese proverb that says: “We're fools whether we dance or not, so we might as well dance.” To that we would add “We might as well dance – and support our region’s modern dance company.”

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Paint the Town: Collector’s View

Paint the Town: Collector’s View

04 April 2012

Transformer presents annual look into the homes of top collectors.

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Fashion Shoots: Luxury of Movement

Fashion Shoots: Luxury of Movement

04 April 2012

Burst forth in a vibrant interplay of cosmic playfulness and serenity.

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Eco Chic: Earth Day Network Wants To MobilizeU

Eco Chic: Earth Day Network Wants To MobilizeU

02 April 2012

Campaign Coordinator for MobilizeU Carra Cheslin, 22, unites college environmental activists worldwide. In celebration of Earth 2012, participating universities engage in and encourage a more sustainable lifestyle on campus. Cheslin explains more about MobilizeU.

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Wine & Spirits: Scots Distill Mount Vernon

Wine & Spirits: Scots Distill Mount Vernon

02 April 2012

It was a Tartan invasion as master distillers made their way to George Washington's Distillery for a barrel-filling ceremony.

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Society 2.0: This Week’s Top Tweets

Society 2.0: This Week’s Top Tweets

30 March 2012

The lottery draws record numbers, Obamacare goes to court and the Final Four shoot for an NCAA title.

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Power Source: Sergeant William Stacey

Power Source: Sergeant William Stacey

30 March 2012

In memoriam of an American hero and the ideals his legacy embodies.

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Trend Report: Black-Tie Rule-Breakers With James Cornwell

Trend Report: Black-Tie Rule-Breakers With James Cornwell

30 March 2012

Two of Washington’s top stylists share their tips for fighting the fashion status quo -- Guys Edition

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Performing Arts: Spacey to Receive DC Tribute

Performing Arts: Spacey to Receive DC Tribute

30 March 2012

Oscar and Tony Award winning actor and arts advocate chosen for prestigious Helen Hayes Tribute.

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Trend Report: La Vie En Couleur

Trend Report: La Vie En Couleur

30 March 2012

Live life in color with precious gemstones in candy-colored hues.

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Social Diary: A Diamond Jubliee

Social Diary: A Diamond Jubliee

30 March 2012

Cue the drums and pipers: The Brits celebrated six decades since Queen Elizabeth II ascended the throne last week.

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Charity Spotlight: Farming with Arcadia

Charity Spotlight: Farming with Arcadia

29 March 2012

Non-profit seeks to bring environmentally conscious, healthy food to the nation's capital.

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Trend Report: Global Fashion Roundup

Trend Report: Global Fashion Roundup

29 March 2012

Real couture goes to the dogs, free cosmetic procedures for the poor and Pantene’s 80’s movie montage.

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Interior Design: Making Dream Homes Come True

Interior Design: Making Dream Homes Come True

29 March 2012

Washington Design Center challenges interior designers to create dream spaces.

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Society 2.0: Washington’s Most Pinteresting People

Society 2.0: Washington’s Most Pinteresting People

28 March 2012

President Obama joined Pinterest this week. Here's how he measures up with some the District's most board savvy users.

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FYIDC: Final Four Hot Spots

FYIDC: Final Four Hot Spots

28 March 2012

Washington's playbook on where to watch 2012's Final Four Tournament.

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Performing Arts: Channeling Japan

Performing Arts: Channeling Japan

28 March 2012

Daidengdaku celebrates the beauty of Japanese dance.

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The Dish: Food Trucks Go Uncurbed

The Dish: Food Trucks Go Uncurbed

28 March 2012

Traveling restaurant fills vacant spaces with breakthrough mix of trucks, art, and entertainment.

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Fashionable Life: Couture With a Conscience

Fashionable Life: Couture With a Conscience

27 March 2012

Fashion Fights Poverty annual runway show aims to make style eco-chic and charitable.

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FYIDC: Evoke Your Business

FYIDC: Evoke Your Business

27 March 2012

An intimate evening with leading event-planning, social media, branding, marketing, and technology experts

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Trend Report: Spring For Her

Trend Report: Spring For Her

27 March 2012

From florals to pastels, Washingtonian women show us how to wear the latest trends with flair.

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Trend Report: Spring For Him

Trend Report: Spring For Him

27 March 2012

Don't believe that hype – the men of Washington do know how to dress for Spring. And with these style tips you can too.

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Historical Landscapes: New Chapter for Historic Library

Historical Landscapes: New Chapter for Historic Library

26 March 2012

Newly renovated Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square makes its second debut.

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Night Life: Tiësto Glows in DC

Night Life: Tiësto Glows in DC

26 March 2012

If there were a household name for electronica, it would be Tiësto – and DC's about to get even more familiar with him.

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Interior Design: Bohemian Rhapsody

Interior Design: Bohemian Rhapsody

26 March 2012

Channel the free spirit of boho artists with art-inspired furnishings.

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FYIDC: DC Goes Mad (Men)

FYIDC: DC Goes Mad (Men)

23 March 2012

The season premier of AMC's all-things-'60s cool hit Mad Men inspires retro chic and cocktail-infused celebrations.

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Society 2.0: This Week’s Top Tweets

Society 2.0: This Week’s Top Tweets

23 March 2012

The Trayvon Martin case sweeps the nation, Etch A Sketch gets an unexpected sales boost and The Hunger Games breaks into the box office.

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Paint The Town: Shutterbugs Expose DC

Paint The Town: Shutterbugs Expose DC

23 March 2012

Sixth annual DCist Exposed Photography Show captures the diversity of our city.

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Performing Arts: Beauty and the Beast Returns

Performing Arts: Beauty and the Beast Returns

23 March 2012

Disney "tale as old as time" to come to life on stage at National Theatre for two weeks in June.

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Charity Spotlight: Usher’s Youthful New Look

Charity Spotlight: Usher’s Youthful New Look

23 March 2012

Superstar entertainer's nonprofit initiative seeks to empower under-served kids and teens.

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Wine & Spirits: Chandon’s Sparkling Wine

Wine & Spirits: Chandon’s Sparkling Wine

23 March 2012

The Napa Valley winemaker offers bubbles for every day.

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Inside Homes: An American Palace

Inside Homes: An American Palace

22 March 2012

The Kass's renovation of two irregular-shaped apartments becomes setting for collection of late 19th and early 20th-century art.

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Life of the Party: Pink Tie Pleasures

Life of the Party: Pink Tie Pleasures

22 March 2012

National Cherry Blossom Festival Pink Tie Party draws top food names and international buzz.

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Charity Spotlight: Sitar Arts Center

Charity Spotlight: Sitar Arts Center

22 March 2012

Executive Director Maureen Dwyer explains why every child deserves access to art education.

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Trend Report: Global Fashion Roundup

Trend Report: Global Fashion Roundup

22 March 2012

Obscure cosmetic procedures, funding a shoe habit and coveted designer homes.

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Hollywood on the Potomac: Greedy Bastards

Hollywood on the Potomac: Greedy Bastards

21 March 2012

Dylan Ratigan's new book on "how we can stop corporate communists banksters, and other vampires from sucking America dry."

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Wine & Spirits: Competitive Cocktails

Wine & Spirits: Competitive Cocktails

21 March 2012

Bethesda Row shows its competitive edge with March Martini Madness.

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Fashion Shoots: Alice in Wonderland

Fashion Shoots: Alice in Wonderland

21 March 2012

Spring begins with an extraordinary trip down the rabbit hole– the world premiere of Septime Webre's Alice (in Wonderland).

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Paint the Town: Shooting With Design Army

Paint the Town: Shooting With Design Army

21 March 2012

Jake and Pum Lefebure of Design Army give a behind the scenes look at their Washington Life cover shoot.

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Paint The Town: Public Art Blossoms

Paint The Town: Public Art Blossoms

20 March 2012

Cherry blossom "5×5" project to exhibit 25 ground-breaking public art installations commissioned by artists from around the world.

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Fashionable Life: One on One With Reem Acra

Fashionable Life: One on One With Reem Acra

20 March 2012

Designer combines creative skills and industry success to give back in a fashionable way.

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NightLife: PartyPlexing

NightLife: PartyPlexing

20 March 2012

Golden Triangle go-to bar to reopen as MidTown PartyPlex-- a three-level nightlife playground.

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Wine & Spirits: Can Do Attitude

Wine & Spirits: Can Do Attitude

19 March 2012

Joseph Ambrose's Shenandoah peaches land grand prize in St. Germain 4th Annual Can-Can Cocktail Classic.

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Horse Country: The Brits take the Yanks

Horse Country: The Brits take the Yanks

19 March 2012

Annual USA-England test match featured fine weather and a sunny outcome for the home team.

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Twenty Something: The End of Rent

Twenty Something: The End of Rent

19 March 2012

Digging into the real estate market with broker Marc Dosik of Help-U-Sell.

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FYIDC: 100 Years Of Cherry Blossoms

FYIDC: 100 Years Of Cherry Blossoms

19 March 2012

Promising upcoming events associated with the 100th anniversary of Washington's National Cherry Blossom Festival.

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Charity Spotlight: Drums for Fukushima

Charity Spotlight: Drums for Fukushima

19 March 2012

Children from Yamakiya Taiko Club to perform taiko in honor of Japan at the National Cherry Blossom Festival.

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