Stock Up on Outdoor Gear and Attend Fun Fall Events at REI
There are many reasons that REI is one of the nation’s most popular retailers of outdoor gear, and now DC residents can check things out for themselves at REI’s brand-new M Street store. Stop by next time you need to pick up some cold-weather outerwear for a day of skiing...
READ ARTICLEHave a Spooky Good Time at the Halloween House Party at Renaissance Hotel on October 29
Get your costumes ready for the Halloween House Party at the Renaissance Hotel on October 29, 2016. From 8 p.m. until 2 a.m., special guest DJ Quicksilver will be spinning your favorite beats from the 80’s and 90’s as well as hip-hop, reggae and house while you dance the night...
READ ARTICLELove Haunted Houses? Check Out Scream City Washington DC from October 7 – November 6
Get ready to scream at Scream City from October 7, 2016 through November 6, 2016. This Halloween spook fest is the perfect place for a haunting night out with your friends and family. Choose from two completely indoor, high-end, state-of-the-art haunted houses in one convenient location. Dare to enter Exorcism...
READ ARTICLECelebrate the National Gallery of Art East Building’s Reopening on September 30
Art lovers in DC know how special the National Gallery of Art is, so it’s been quite a disappointment that the museum’s East Building has been closed for renovations. Lucky for the city’s art enthusiasts, the National Gallery of Art East Building will reopen this weekend on September 30. The...
READ ARTICLELearn About Asian Art at the “Red: Ming Dynasty/Mark Rothko” Exhibit at the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery
Whether you’re an art lover or a history buff, The Smithsonian’s Freer and Sackler Galleries’ “Red: Ming Dynasty/Mark Rothko” is a fascinating exhibit. The exhibit celebrates the color red in two pieces of art spanning five centuries, which offers a unique look at art thorughout the ages. Admission is free,...
READ ARTICLEFind Classic Superhero Comics and Unique Independent Books at Big Planet Comics
Big Planet Comics is a fantastic local comic book shop catering to all your comic needs. It’s expertly curated by its staff, and they’re all happy to chat with customers about comic book suggestions, requests for new titles, or just sharing love for your favorite titles. The store itself has...
READ ARTICLEConnect With Fellow Yogis and Shop for Yoga Gear at The Yoga Expo on August 20
Calling all yoga enthusiasts: the Yoga Expo, one of the biggest yoga events of the year, is coming to DC on August 20. Held at the Washington Convention Center, the expo features sessions with both local and national yoga teachers, so it’s a good place to explore how different personalities...
READ ARTICLEDon’t Miss the Foodie Event of the Season: Summer Restaurant Week in DC Starting August 15
It’s Summer Restaurant Week once again here in DC. Beginning August 15 and running until August 21, you have your pick of literally hundreds of restaurants in the metropolitan Washington area. Meals include three delicious courses for $22 for lunch and $35 for dinner. If you book your reservations through...
READ ARTICLETake Your Morning Run Outdoors at Glover Archbold Park
Escape the busy city life and head over to Glover Archbold Park to take in a little nature for the day. Easily accessible by public transportation, you’ll find this haven a perfect place for exercise or unwinding in the shady woods. A variety of trails are available depending on how...
READ ARTICLEEnjoy Art and Music Every Friday During the Summer at the Jazz in the Garden Series at the National Gallery of Art
The Jazz in the Garden Series is back again at the National Gallery of Art. Every Friday throughout the summer, the museum offers free jazz performances starting at 5 p.m. at the outdoor sculpture garden, located near the patio of the Pavilion Cafe. Now entering its 16th celebrated season, the...
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