Going Out Gurus: Holiday


Posted at 02:12 PM ET, 12/30/2011

Looking back at 2011: Our best of lists
By Anne Kenderdine
This week, the Going Out Gurus looked back at the year that was in arts, restaurants and bars. See all the picks for the best of the year.

By Anne Kenderdine  |  02:12 PM ET, 12/30/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Misc., Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 01:20 PM ET, 12/30/2011

Entertain the family during the long weekend
By Stephanie Merry
Family-friendly ideas for filling up your three-day weekend.

By Stephanie Merry  |  01:20 PM ET, 12/30/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Museums, Events, Holiday, Theater | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 10:37 AM ET, 12/29/2011

Your 2011 New Year’s Eve FAQ
By Fritz Hahn
Want free parties, fireworks or a kid-friendly celebration? Use our planner to find the right party for you.

By Fritz Hahn  |  10:37 AM ET, 12/29/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Misc., Events, Bars and Clubs, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 09:00 AM ET, 12/28/2011

Best events for kids this week
By Amy Orndorff
From Kwanzaa to new year’s, we have plenty of kid-friendly events worth marking on your calendar.

By Amy Orndorff  |  09:00 AM ET, 12/28/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday, Events

Posted at 01:49 PM ET, 12/27/2011

Theater comings and goings this week
By Amy Orndorff
A wordless “Romeo and Juliet” and three takes on “Christmas Carol” are four of the shows closing this week.

By Amy Orndorff  |  01:49 PM ET, 12/27/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday, Theater

Posted at 03:00 PM ET, 12/23/2011

Got Plans? Recap: New Year’s Eve and holiday fashion
By Lavanya Ramanathan
We talked holiday fashion and New Year’s plans with Holly E. Thomas of Refinery 29.

By Lavanya Ramanathan  |  03:00 PM ET, 12/23/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Bars and Clubs, Holiday | Tags:  Got Plans?, Holiday 2011

Posted at 01:31 PM ET, 12/23/2011

Weekend update: It’s a wrap
By Brandon Weigel
In today’s Weekend section: the votes were cast, and this year’s wrapping paper contest winner is 7-year-old Shivani Nelson.

By Brandon Weigel  |  01:31 PM ET, 12/23/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Events, Misc., Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 01:17 PM ET, 12/22/2011

Plan your holiday weekend: Wu-Tang Clan, James Brown Death-mas
By Brandon Weigel
A Wu-Tang Clan show, a Chinese-food-and-a-movie fete and a dozen more ideas make our list.

By Brandon Weigel  |  01:17 PM ET, 12/22/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Events, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 12:12 PM ET, 12/22/2011

A new place to figure-eight: Rockville Town Square’s new ice rink
By Lavanya Ramanathan
The 7,200-square-foot rink is the largest outdoor rink in Montgomery County.

By Lavanya Ramanathan  |  12:12 PM ET, 12/22/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 12:48 PM ET, 12/21/2011

Talking holiday fashion with Refinery 29 D.C.’s Holly E. Thomas
By Lavanya Ramanathan
The one-time Going Out Guru returns to talk about holiday party attire and New Year’s Eve.

By Lavanya Ramanathan  |  12:48 PM ET, 12/21/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Misc., Holiday | Tags:  Got Plans?, Holiday 2011

Posted at 03:58 PM ET, 12/20/2011

Best events for kids this week
By Amy Orndorff
From a play about a lost toy to a Hanukkah kick off

By Amy Orndorff  |  03:58 PM ET, 12/20/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday, Events | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 02:38 PM ET, 12/20/2011

Food experts dish out New Year’s resolutions
By Tom Sietsema
Tom Sietsema gets some dining scene innovators to share what they’re planning to try out in 2012. See which of their ideas will land on your plate.

By Tom Sietsema  |  02:38 PM ET, 12/20/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Restaurants, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 10:01 AM ET, 12/19/2011

Poll: 2011’s best new bar
By Fritz Hahn
Vote for your favorite new watering hole.

By Fritz Hahn  |  10:01 AM ET, 12/19/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Bars and Clubs, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 03:15 PM ET, 12/16/2011

A dozen of your favorite holiday date ideas
By Fritz Hahn
The holidays are the perfect time for romance. Whether you’re going out for the first time or have been married for years, there are ample opportunities for seasonal dates.

By Fritz Hahn  |  03:15 PM ET, 12/16/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 01:04 PM ET, 12/15/2011

Today’s contest: Tell us your favorite holiday date
By Fritz Hahn
Share your favorite holiday date ideas and win a gift card for the Palm.

By Fritz Hahn  |  01:04 PM ET, 12/15/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 12:17 PM ET, 12/15/2011

And the wrapping paper winner is . . .
By Amy Orndorff
Sorry, we can’t tell you just yet! But to tide you over, we offer a gallery with the judges’ thoughts about the finalists.

By Amy Orndorff  |  12:17 PM ET, 12/15/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 12:05 PM ET, 12/15/2011

Embrace the season: Winter’s best
By Going Out Guide/Weekend staff
Our guide to making the most of winter: the best hot cocoa, soup, fire pits and skating rinks.

By Going Out Guide/Weekend staff  |  12:05 PM ET, 12/15/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday, Misc. | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 03:10 PM ET, 12/14/2011

Five questions for dating experts Rita Colbert and Jess McCann
By Fritz Hahn
Dating coaches Rita Colbert and Jess McCann, who will be joining the Going Out Gurus for this week’s live discussion, dish about holiday dating.

By Fritz Hahn  |  03:10 PM ET, 12/14/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday, Misc.

Posted at 02:55 PM ET, 12/13/2011

Donate to charity and everyone wins
By Fritz Hahn
Donate canned food, used clothing or new toys to a local charity, and you walk away with cheaper (or free) beer, a free snack, or even a year’s worth of free concert tickets.

By Fritz Hahn  |  02:55 PM ET, 12/13/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday, Bars and Clubs, Restaurants | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 12:25 PM ET, 12/13/2011

Best events for kids this week
By Amy Orndorff
From a rockin’ Hanukkah concert to farm animals discovering the true meaning of Christmas, there are plenty of kid-friendly events worth marking on your calendar.

By Amy Orndorff  |  12:25 PM ET, 12/13/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Events, Holiday

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 12/13/2011

Nightlife Agenda: Fat Trel and Christmas cookies
By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson
Catch Washington’s next up-and-coming hip-hop star or celebrate the holidays with cookies and spiked eggnog at Saint-Ex.

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson  |  08:00 AM ET, 12/13/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Bars and Clubs, Holiday

Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 12/10/2011

Where to find the best winter cocktails
By Fritz Hahn
As temperatures fall, we recommend the area’s top hot toddies, eggnogs and spiked ciders.

By Fritz Hahn  |  12:00 PM ET, 12/10/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Bars and Clubs, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 03:48 PM ET, 12/09/2011

Toast the holidays at seasonal beer tastings
By Fritz Hahn
A week’s array of tastings, samplings and holiday-themed events mean Christmas comes early for beer lovers.

By Fritz Hahn  |  03:48 PM ET, 12/09/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Bars and Clubs, Holiday | Tags:  Hoilday 2011

Posted at 01:54 PM ET, 12/09/2011

Christmas on the Potomac at National Harbor
By Amy Joyce
This year, the ice sculptures are characters from DreamWorks’ Merry Madagascar characters.

By Amy Joyce  |  01:54 PM ET, 12/09/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Events, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 02:24 PM ET, 12/08/2011

Almost all wrapped up
By Amy Orndorff
Our annual Holiday Wrapping Paper Contest is drawing to a close; view our adorable mention gallery and vote for your favorite of the 12 finalists.

By Amy Orndorff  |  02:24 PM ET, 12/08/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 02:44 PM ET, 12/06/2011

It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas, if not December
By Alex Baldinger
Get ideas for unique holiday markets, offbeat events, holiday dining splurges for every budget, where to find a Christmas tree and more.

By Alex Baldinger  |  02:44 PM ET, 12/06/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday | Tags:  Holiday2011

Posted at 12:16 PM ET, 12/06/2011

Best events for kids this week
By Amy Orndorff
From an party with Louie the mascot to a family singalong

By Amy Orndorff  |  12:16 PM ET, 12/06/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Events, Free and Cheap, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 02:03 PM ET, 12/05/2011

Pick your favorite wrap star
By Jess Righthand
We received hundreds of entries from kids in Washington, Maryland and Virginia for this year’s annual Weekend/Going Out Guide Holiday Wrapping Paper Contest. Now it’s your turn to help pick the winner.

By Jess Righthand  |  02:03 PM ET, 12/05/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 03:10 PM ET, 12/02/2011

Highlights from this week’s chat: ‘Nutcrackers’ and post-Christmas tree bars
By Fritz Hahn
Holiday season has arrived, judging by the questions about light displays, “The Nutcracker” and the all-important: “What bar should we go to after seeing the White House Christmas tree?”

By Fritz Hahn  |  03:10 PM ET, 12/02/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday

Posted at 01:57 PM ET, 12/02/2011

Skip the Christmas tree lot for a fresh-cut fir, spruce or pine
By Kathy Orton
There’s nothing like the woodsy scent of a freshly cut evergreen tree at Christmas. And for some people, picking a tree at the corner lot just doesn’t do it.

By Kathy Orton  |  01:57 PM ET, 12/02/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday | Tags:  Holiday2011

Posted at 04:56 PM ET, 12/01/2011

With holiday season in full swing, head to Leesburg
By Jess Righthand
Get in the holiday spirit this year with our Leesburg neighborhood guide.

By Jess Righthand  |  04:56 PM ET, 12/01/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 02:53 PM ET, 12/01/2011

Plan your weekend: The Christmas Crawl, G-Side
By Brandon Weigel
An ugly sweater-themed bar crawl and a show by rap duo G-Side top our list of can’t-miss events.

By Brandon Weigel  |  02:53 PM ET, 12/01/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Events, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 02:53 PM ET, 12/01/2011

Plan your weekend: Santa Stumble, Oh Land
By Anne Kenderdine
Lighted boats, the Santa Stumble and sources for creative presents make our can’t-miss events list.

By Anne Kenderdine  |  02:53 PM ET, 12/01/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Events, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 02:07 PM ET, 12/01/2011

No tree lighting tickets? No problem
By Alex Baldinger
If you didn’t win the ticket lottery for the lighting, you might be out of luck. Never fear: There are plenty of other festive happenings around town tonight to make up for it.

By Alex Baldinger  |  02:07 PM ET, 12/01/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Events, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday2011

Posted at 01:00 PM ET, 12/01/2011

December art preview
By Michael O'Sullivan
December offers a host of art events, and some shopping opportunities.

By Michael O'Sullivan  |  01:00 PM ET, 12/01/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Events, Museums, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 11:33 AM ET, 12/01/2011

Got holiday plans?
By Fritz Hahn
Join the Going Out Gurus at 1 p.m. Thursday to talk about holiday events and celebrations.

By Fritz Hahn  |  11:33 AM ET, 12/01/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday, Events | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 04:22 PM ET, 11/30/2011

Town Hall set for New Year’s Eve debut
By Fritz Hahn
Get a first look at the Glover Park restaurant and bar’s new digs — the former Blue Ridge space — at an open-bar New Year’s Eve party.

By Fritz Hahn  |  04:22 PM ET, 11/30/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Bars and Clubs, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 02:10 PM ET, 11/30/2011

Coming soon to a ballet near you: the Racing Presidents
By Alex Baldinger
Let me cut right to the chase: The Washington Nationals Racing Presidents will perform in the the Washington Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” for one night only.

By Alex Baldinger  |  02:10 PM ET, 11/30/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Theater, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 02:00 PM ET, 11/30/2011

Arts briefs: Yule Fest, American Musical Voices Project
By Erin Williams
Our picks for offbeat arts events this week also include making your own Japanese wrapping paper and holiday voices at the Kennedy Center.

By Erin Williams  |  02:00 PM ET, 11/30/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday, Theater | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 11:55 AM ET, 11/30/2011

Tom Sietsema’s holiday splurges for every budget
By Tom Sietsema
Just because you’re scrimping and saving for the holidays doesn’t mean you can’t afford a little self-indulgence.

By Tom Sietsema  |  11:55 AM ET, 11/30/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Restaurants, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 12:33 PM ET, 11/23/2011

Plan your Thanksgiving weekend: Swing dancing, Mastodon
By Brandon Weigel
From loud rock to kid-friendly fests, here’s over a dozen ideas to get you moving after the big feast.

By Brandon Weigel  |  12:33 PM ET, 11/23/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Events, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 12:09 PM ET, 11/23/2011

Tough-to-book tables aplenty tonight
By Alex Baldinger
Some of the city’s most-difficult-to-book-at-the-last-minute restaurants have availability tonight if you’re willing to be flexible.

By Alex Baldinger  |  12:09 PM ET, 11/23/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Restaurants, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 11/23/2011

New movies: ‘The Muppets,’ ‘Hugo’
By Anne Kenderdine
Kermit and the gang are back in a week full of movie openings for kids.

By Anne Kenderdine  |  08:00 AM ET, 11/23/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Movies, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 01:50 PM ET, 11/22/2011

What to do on Thanksgiving night (Updated!)
By Fritz Hahn
Don’t slip into a turkey coma — get out and watch football, get down to a DJ or see a cool band.

By Fritz Hahn  |  01:50 PM ET, 11/22/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Bars and Clubs, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 12:07 PM ET, 11/22/2011

Best events for kids this week
By Anne Kenderdine
ZooLights and the Kennedy Center’s Brunch With Santa are a few of our family-friendly ideas to add to your calendar.

By Anne Kenderdine  |  12:07 PM ET, 11/22/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Events, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 10:57 AM ET, 11/22/2011

Get active on Thanksgiving day
By Stephanie Merry
Squeeze in some running, hiking or yoga before the turkey day feasting begins.

By Stephanie Merry  |  10:57 AM ET, 11/22/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Misc., Events, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 04:43 PM ET, 11/21/2011

Arts briefs: Art Soiree, gingerbread house tips
By Erin Williams
More arts events you can’t miss: Santa arrives at the Newseum, and an “Artful Weekend” in Arlington

By Erin Williams  |  04:43 PM ET, 11/21/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday, Museums

Posted at 04:34 PM ET, 11/11/2011

You be the Guru: Tell us about your holiday traditions
By Fritz Hahn
What annual traditions get you in the holiday spirit? Read about some of the Going Out Guide staff’s favorites and share yours.

By Fritz Hahn  |  04:34 PM ET, 11/11/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Events, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 01:30 PM ET, 11/08/2011

Grab your skates and hit these local rinks
By Brandon Weigel
It’s time to strap on a pair of ice skates and hit the ice.

By Brandon Weigel  |  01:30 PM ET, 11/08/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Misc., Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 10:00 AM ET, 11/07/2011

Mark your calendars for New Year’s Eve
By Fritz Hahn
What are you doing New Year’s Eve? Local clubs are already announcing their lineups.

By Fritz Hahn  |  10:00 AM ET, 11/07/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Bars and Clubs, Music, Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 11:31 AM ET, 11/04/2011

Where to find unique holiday gifts
By Fritz Hahn
Skip the mall and find cool presents for everyone on your list at these local holiday markets.

By Fritz Hahn  |  11:31 AM ET, 11/04/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 11:00 AM ET, 10/28/2011

You could be a wrap star
By Amy Hitt
We’re asking Washington area kids age 12 and younger to design their own holiday gift wrap and send it to us here at The Post.

By Amy Hitt  |  11:00 AM ET, 10/28/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Misc., Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011

Posted at 12:25 PM ET, 10/19/2011

Win tickets to the lighting of the National Christmas Tree
By Fritz Hahn
The National Park Service has announced that 17,000 tickets to see the lighting of the National Christmas Tree will be given away in an online lottery.

By Fritz Hahn  |  12:25 PM ET, 10/19/2011 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Categories:  Holiday | Tags:  Holiday 2011