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Posted at 06:35 AM ET, 06/01/2012

Art in focus: ‘I’m Coming Home’ mixes Eastern and Western art with a dash of politics at Contemporary Wing

By Michael O'Sullivan

Iranian-born painter Hedieh Javanshir Ilchi mixes Eastern and Western art with a dash of politics at Contemporary Wing.

By Michael O'Sullivan | 06:35 AM ET, 06/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:12 PM ET, 05/31/2012

Dupont Kalorama Museum Walk Weekend, jazz festivals: Things to do in D.C. this weekend

By Brandon Weigel

Going Out Guide picks a Capitol Skyline pool party, Dupont museum deals and D.C. Jazz Festival.

By Brandon Weigel | 04:12 PM ET, 05/31/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 11:44 AM ET, 05/31/2012

Rock out to a perfect pool party playlist, then win passes to an actual pool party

By Fritz Hahn

Get ready for the return of the Brightest Young Things summer pool parties with an exclusive playlist — and a chance to win free tickets.

By Fritz Hahn | 11:44 AM ET, 05/31/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 10:39 AM ET, 05/31/2012

Silverdocs line-up announced

By Stephanie Merry

AFI’s documentary film festival kicks off June 18 with a slate of movies dominated by art and music.

By Stephanie Merry | 10:39 AM ET, 05/31/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 08:19 PM ET, 05/30/2012

Justin Bieber, Jason Aldean: Hot Tickets

By Brandon Weigel

Tickets for Justin Bieber’s Nov. 5 show at Verizon Center go on sale Saturday at 10 a.m.

By Brandon Weigel | 08:19 PM ET, 05/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 04:56 PM ET, 05/30/2012

Dancing on your own? Not at the Green Lantern.

By Fritz Hahn

DJs at the Logan Circle gay bar plan a celebration of Robyn’s music — with free vodka.

By Fritz Hahn | 04:56 PM ET, 05/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 09:48 AM ET, 05/30/2012

Seersucker Ride and Social returns June 9

By Megan Buerger

The sister to the autumn tweed ride returns to the streets of D.C. for its third year.

By Megan Buerger | 09:48 AM ET, 05/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 10:38 AM ET, 05/29/2012

Nightlife Agenda: Punk rock karaoke at the Black Cat; Afrojack at the Fillmore

By Fritz Hahn, Rhome Anderson and David Malitz

The Going Out Guide’s weekly roundup of the best nightlife events in the D.C. area.

By Fritz Hahn, Rhome Anderson and David Malitz | 10:38 AM ET, 05/29/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music, Events

Posted at 03:47 PM ET, 05/28/2012

‘Men in Black 3’ tops ‘Avengers’ at Memorial Day weekend box office

By Jess Righthand

Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones’ third “Men in Black” installment was the preferred choice for Memorial Day weekend moviegoers.

By Jess Righthand | 03:47 PM ET, 05/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 02:47 PM ET, 05/25/2012

Weekend update: Beach Guide!

By Brandon Weigel

Don’t leave for the shore without checking out today’s Weekend section.

By Brandon Weigel | 02:47 PM ET, 05/25/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:02 PM ET, 05/25/2012

Delaware and Maryland beaches

By Fritz Hahn

Ready to try something new at the shore this summer? Our guide can help you make it the best vacation ever.

By Fritz Hahn | 02:02 PM ET, 05/25/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 10:18 AM ET, 05/25/2012

Move over, pepperoni sauce: at Mike Isabella’s Bandolero, queso fundido steals the show

By Alex Baldinger

Mike Isabella’s modern Mexican restaurant is up and running in Georgetown.

By Alex Baldinger | 10:18 AM ET, 05/25/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 09:52 AM ET, 05/25/2012

New and popular DVDs

By Stephanie Merry

Check out this week’s new releases and see what Washington is watching.

By Stephanie Merry | 09:52 AM ET, 05/25/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 05/25/2012

‘Men In Black III’ and more new movies

By Jess Righthand

This week’s new movie releases bring the return of Will Smith and the “Men in Black” franchise, as well as a 19th-century rom-com about the inventor of — what else? — the female vibrator.

By Jess Righthand | 07:00 AM ET, 05/25/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 04:07 PM ET, 05/24/2012

Art in focus: ‘Foon Sham’ turns a sculptor’s waste material into art at Project 4

By Michael O'Sullivan

Foon Sham makes magic out of sawdust at Project 4.

By Michael O'Sullivan | 04:07 PM ET, 05/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Museums

Posted at 02:40 PM ET, 05/24/2012

Drake, Delaplane Strawberry Festival: Things to do in D.C. this weekend

By Brandon Weigel

Say hello to summer with the start of Jazz in the Garden, a strawberry fest and more.

By Brandon Weigel | 02:40 PM ET, 05/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 01:40 PM ET, 05/24/2012

Celebrate Memorial Day with food and drink

By Justin Rude

Memorial Day weekend is upon us, and while we have chronicled some of our favorite nightlife and family events for the the break, here are a few food-related happening to make it a more delicious day off.

By Justin Rude | 01:40 PM ET, 05/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 12:57 PM ET, 05/24/2012

Bandolero opens tonight; keep track of new restaurants with our guide

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Mike Isabella’s "taco-centric, margarita-laden" second restaurant opens in Georgetown. Want to keep up with the latest and hottest places in town? Check out this continually updated photo gallery of the restaurants that have opened so far this year.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 12:57 PM ET, 05/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 12:40 PM ET, 05/24/2012

Memorial Day celebrations, ceremonies abound

By Jess Righthand

Memorial Day weekend in Washington, with our many military and war memorials and active military personnel and veterans, is a time of reflection and celebration.

By Jess Righthand | 12:40 PM ET, 05/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 11:41 AM ET, 05/24/2012

Sri Lankan Supper Club pop-up, Bombay Club look beyond chicken tikka

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Sri Lankan Supper Club and Bombay Club look beyond chicken tikka

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 11:41 AM ET, 05/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 10:37 AM ET, 05/24/2012

How well do you know Mr. Burns? Find out at Simpsons trivia night

By Alex Baldinger

Test your knowledge at Simpsons-themed trivia nights, sponsored by Woolly Mammoth Theatre for the opening of “Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play.”

By Alex Baldinger | 10:37 AM ET, 05/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 07:39 PM ET, 05/23/2012

Jane's Addiction, the Gaslight Anthem: Hot Tickets

By Brandon Weigel

Jane’s Addiction is coming to Baltimore in August.

By Brandon Weigel | 07:39 PM ET, 05/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 03:53 PM ET, 05/23/2012

New York Avenue Beach Bar gets closer to opening

By Fritz Hahn

The New York Avenue Beach Bar will open at 5 p.m. on Friday, just in time for Memorial Day weekend.

By Fritz Hahn | 03:53 PM ET, 05/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 03:29 PM ET, 05/23/2012

Join us for Got Plans? and score DC Jazz Festival tickets

By Lavanya Ramanathan

We’re giving away two pairs; just share your favorite things to do during a DC summer

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 03:29 PM ET, 05/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music, Summer Guide

Posted at 12:16 PM ET, 05/23/2012

Best events for kids

By Amy Orndorff

Mark your calendars for a new 3D IMAX film and a numerous Memorial Day events.

By Amy Orndorff | 12:16 PM ET, 05/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:01 AM ET, 05/23/2012

Justin Bieber to play Verizon Center on Nov. 5

By David Malitz

The pop superstar comes to the Verizon Center in November as part of his “Believe” tour.

By David Malitz | 11:01 AM ET, 05/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 01:50 PM ET, 05/22/2012

Banana Leaves in Dupont Circle back in action after fire damage repairs

By Tom Sietsema

The pan-Asian Dupont Circle restaurant is back in service after a fire closed the space for more than a year.

By Tom Sietsema | 01:50 PM ET, 05/22/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 12:08 PM ET, 05/22/2012

Shop the Styleliner mobile boutique, nosh on ice-cream s’mores at Bar Dupont through the summer

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The mobile boutique visits the bar’s ice-cream socials

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 12:08 PM ET, 05/22/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Bars and Clubs

Posted at 10:14 AM ET, 05/22/2012

Robyn adds second DJ set at U Street Music Hall on July 8

By David Malitz

Tickets go on sale Wednesday at 10 a.m.

By David Malitz | 10:14 AM ET, 05/22/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 10:00 AM ET, 05/22/2012

Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour’ comes to the Verizon Center in July

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Here’s what to know about “Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour,” coming to the Verizon Center in July.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 10:00 AM ET, 05/22/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music, Misc.

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 05/22/2012

Memorial Day Nightlife Agenda: DJs, concerts and pool parties

By Fritz Hahn

Essential events for your long weekend include a Eurovision viewing party at the Austrian Embassy, a fundraiser for Wounded Warrors and the season debut of two pool parties.

By Fritz Hahn | 07:00 AM ET, 05/22/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Music

Posted at 04:12 PM ET, 05/21/2012

Art After Dark Apocalypse, Jazz in the Garden — best events in D.C. this week

By David Malitz

Plus, Drake headlines the season’s biggest hip-hop tour.

By David Malitz | 04:12 PM ET, 05/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 04:07 PM ET, 05/21/2012

Theater comings and goings this week

By Amy Orndorff

This week is your last chance to see Washington National Opera’s “Werther” and it’s also a good time to get tickets for upcoming shows, including “The History Of Invulnerability” at Theater J.

By Amy Orndorff | 04:07 PM ET, 05/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:21 AM ET, 05/21/2012

The Make-Up play secret reunion show at Comet Ping Pong

By David Malitz

The band’s first show in more than a decade was a warm-up gig for upcoming London concert.

By David Malitz | 11:21 AM ET, 05/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 11:18 AM ET, 05/21/2012

‘Battleship’ no match for ‘Avengers’ at box office

By Jess Righthand

The movie loosely based on Hasbro’s board game “Battleship” couldn’t muster enough momentum to launch itself to the top of the weekend box office.

By Jess Righthand | 11:18 AM ET, 05/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 07:57 AM ET, 05/21/2012

The Funk Ark, Viva Vienna!: Free and Easy

By Brandon Weigel

By Brandon Weigel | 07:57 AM ET, 05/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap

Posted at 04:27 PM ET, 05/18/2012

Art in focus: ‘Artomatic’

By Michael O'Sullivan

The sprawling, no-holds-barred art festival is back again, in a vacant Crystal City office building.

By Michael O'Sullivan | 04:27 PM ET, 05/18/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Museums

Posted at 03:01 PM ET, 05/18/2012

Mad Fox Brewing Company brings in former Michel sous to helm kitchen

By Justin Rude

Andrew Dixon, last seen at the recently shuttered Michel in Tysons Corner, has taken over the kitchen at the popular Falls Church brewpub.

By Justin Rude | 03:01 PM ET, 05/18/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 01:57 PM ET, 05/18/2012

The 40 things you must do this summer: Weekend update

By Brandon Weigel

By Brandon Weigel | 01:57 PM ET, 05/18/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 12:54 PM ET, 05/18/2012

Chuck Brown tributes on the horizon

By Fritz Hahn

Chuck Brown’s band performs a tribute to the late Godfather of Go-Go, and local DJs, including Biz Markie, pay homage on Saturday night.

By Fritz Hahn | 12:54 PM ET, 05/18/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 12:31 PM ET, 05/18/2012

Share your summer favorites, get tickets to DC Jazz Festival

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Send us your ideas, and you may get DC Jazz Festival tickets.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 12:31 PM ET, 05/18/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:34 AM ET, 05/18/2012

The four-star movies of 2012

By Stephanie Merry

Keep tabs on the top-rated films of the year.

By Stephanie Merry | 11:34 AM ET, 05/18/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 10:36 AM ET, 05/18/2012

New and popular DVDs

By Stephanie Merry

Check out this week’s new releases and see what Washington is watching.

By Stephanie Merry | 10:36 AM ET, 05/18/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 10:23 AM ET, 05/18/2012

Knowledge Commons: Summer school is in session

By Lavanya Ramanathan

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 10:23 AM ET, 05/18/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 05/18/2012

‘Battleship’ and more new movies

By Jess Righthand

In this week’s new movies, a film very loosely based on a Hasbro board game turns out to have firepower and a comedy based on a baby book is star-filled yet superfluous.

By Jess Righthand | 07:00 AM ET, 05/18/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 03:26 PM ET, 05/17/2012

1905 unveils its new rooftop deck

By Fritz Hahn

The Shaw bistro has unveiled a rooftop bar with views of the Washington Monument.

By Fritz Hahn | 03:26 PM ET, 05/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 02:39 PM ET, 05/17/2012

‘Diverging Mediums — Photography vs. iPhoneography’ ponders the future of photography at the Torpedo Factory Art Center

By Michael O'Sullivan

At the Torpedo Factory, iPhone photographers go head to head with their fine-art counterparts.

By Michael O'Sullivan | 02:39 PM ET, 05/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Museums

Posted at 01:42 PM ET, 05/17/2012

Joint Service Open House, Diverging Mediums: Things to do in D.C. this weekend

By Brandon Weigel

Going Out Guide picks: Joint Service Open House and “Diverging Mediums” exhibit

By Brandon Weigel | 01:42 PM ET, 05/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 11:02 AM ET, 05/17/2012

Birchmere debuts new Flex Stage

By David Malitz

Alexandria club’s new standing-room area will hold 1,000 people and help the club diversift its booking.

By David Malitz | 11:02 AM ET, 05/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 01:35 AM ET, 05/17/2012

Getting to the beach without a car? Not a problem.

By Fritz Hahn

The DC2NY bus service launches a DC2Dewey shuttle just in time for Memorial Day.

By Fritz Hahn | 01:35 AM ET, 05/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Summer Guide

Posted at 07:53 PM ET, 05/16/2012

Nicki Minaj, B.B. King: Hot Tickets

By Brandon Weigel

By Brandon Weigel | 07:53 PM ET, 05/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 02:29 PM ET, 05/16/2012

Tom Sietsema’s Spring Dining Guide by the numbers

By Alex Baldinger

The Post’s food critic revisits 15 previously reviewed restaurants to see how they stack up today.

By Alex Baldinger | 02:29 PM ET, 05/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 12:23 PM ET, 05/16/2012

Bethesda Row hosts a weekend of shopping, dining, catwalking and special events

By

The District may not be known for its style, but this weekend thousands of Washington area women will swap their flats for stilettos and head to Bethesda.

By | 12:23 PM ET, 05/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:23 PM ET, 05/15/2012

Kojo Nnamdi chats with Fritz Hahn about the D.C. area’s best rooftop bars

By Alex Baldinger

The Going Out Guide’s Fritz Hahn will be a guest on Kojo Nnamdi’s radio show Wednesday to recommend the D.C. area’s best rooftop bars.

By Alex Baldinger | 06:23 PM ET, 05/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 03:15 PM ET, 05/15/2012

Robyn to perform DJ set at U Street Music Hall on July 7

By David Malitz

The Swedish pop superstar will be behind the turntables the night before she opens for Coldplay at Verizon Center.

By David Malitz | 03:15 PM ET, 05/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 02:30 PM ET, 05/15/2012

Sound Bites at the 9:30 Club celebrates the D.C. food scene’s evolving appetite

By Megan Buerger

Twenty-five restaurants and a slew of musical acts will take part in a street festival on Sunday to raise funds for D.C. Central Kitchen.

By Megan Buerger | 02:30 PM ET, 05/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 05/15/2012

Preakness, a new pool party at the Capitol Skyline Hotel and Lee “Scratch” Perry: Nightlife Agenda

By Fritz Hahn

This week’s top after-dark events include Preakness viewing parties, a show by a former member of Vivian Girls and a new pool party at the Capitol Skyline Hotel.

By Fritz Hahn | 07:00 AM ET, 05/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Music

Posted at 05:08 PM ET, 05/14/2012

Mother Trucker, “The Servant of Two Masters” — best events in D.C. this week

By David Malitz

By David Malitz | 05:08 PM ET, 05/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 03:12 PM ET, 05/14/2012

Theater comings and goings this week

By Amy Orndorff

This week is your last chance to see Scena Theatre’s “The Seafarer” and it’s also a good time to get tickets for upcoming shows, including “Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play” at Woolly Mammoth Theatre.

By Amy Orndorff | 03:12 PM ET, 05/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:06 PM ET, 05/14/2012

American Craft Beer Week events on tap all over the region

By Fritz Hahn

The Washington area’s top beer bars offer tastes of new and rare beers — and dirt-cheap happy hours — to mark American Craft Beer Week.

By Fritz Hahn | 02:06 PM ET, 05/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Events

Posted at 01:33 PM ET, 05/14/2012

Food in Focus: Boqueria, Haven Pizzeria, Dulce’s Bakery

By Justin Rude

Last week’s reviews yielded a bounty of delicious food photography. Check out the best in this edition of Food in Focus.

By Justin Rude | 01:33 PM ET, 05/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 12:40 PM ET, 05/14/2012

‘The Avengers’ breaks more box office records

By Jess Righthand

There were a couple anticipated movies released last Friday, but they were no match for “Marvel’s The Avengers,” which has now made more than $1 billion globally.

By Jess Righthand | 12:40 PM ET, 05/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies, Events

Posted at 11:58 AM ET, 05/14/2012

CityZen video showcases kitchen’s elegant dance

By Jess Righthand

We’ve shed light in recent years on the splurge-worthy delights put out nightly by the Mandarin Oriental Hotel’s culinary temple CityZen. But what does it look like behind the scenes of Eric Ziebold’s 1,000 plate-per-night kitchen?

By Jess Righthand | 11:58 AM ET, 05/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants, Events

Posted at 08:03 AM ET, 05/14/2012

Joint Service Open House, Buzz Bissinger: Free & Easy

By Brandon Weigel

By Brandon Weigel | 08:03 AM ET, 05/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap

Posted at 03:14 PM ET, 05/11/2012

A guide to summer movies in today’s Washington Post Weekend section

By Brandon Weigel

Find out what to look forward to — and what to plan on skipping — with the Weekend section’s summer movie guide.

By Brandon Weigel | 03:14 PM ET, 05/11/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 12:27 PM ET, 05/11/2012

Closed since 2010, Iron Gate Inn reopening with Tony Chittum of Alexandria’s Vermilion

By Tom Sietsema

After closing in 2010, the Dupont Circle landmark is getting a second lease on life, with chef Tony Chittum of Alexandria’s Vermilion taking over the kitchen.

By Tom Sietsema | 12:27 PM ET, 05/11/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 11:23 AM ET, 05/11/2012

DC Yoga Week kicks off

By Stephanie Merry

Who’s ready for some deep breathing?

By Stephanie Merry | 11:23 AM ET, 05/11/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 05/11/2012

‘Song 1: A Happening’ and the weekend’s best events

By Brandon Weigel

Going Out Guide picks Saturday’s family-friendly pop-up parades and a dozen more ideas for fun.

By Brandon Weigel | 08:00 AM ET, 05/11/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 06:03 PM ET, 05/10/2012

New and popular DVDs

By Stephanie Merry

Check out this week’s new releases and see what Washington is watching.

By Stephanie Merry | 06:03 PM ET, 05/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 05:51 PM ET, 05/10/2012

‘Dark Shadows’ and more new movies

By Jess Righthand

In this week’s new movies, Tim Burton and Johnny Depp produce a disheartening satire and a documentary about water supply enthralls critic Ann Hornaday.

By Jess Righthand | 05:51 PM ET, 05/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 05:13 PM ET, 05/10/2012

Art in focus: ‘Sculpting Outside the Lines’

By Michael O'Sullivan

Art sprouts on the streets of Foggy Bottom, in an outdoor sculpture exhibition featuring the work of 15 contemporary artists.

By Michael O'Sullivan | 05:13 PM ET, 05/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Museums, Events

Posted at 03:42 PM ET, 05/10/2012

Wake up: Black Squirrel taps Kentucky Breakfast Stout

By Fritz Hahn

The rare offering from Michigan’s Founders Brewing Company was named the second-best beer in America in 2011.

By Fritz Hahn | 03:42 PM ET, 05/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:39 PM ET, 05/10/2012

Woolly Mammoth hosts Simpsons-themed trivia

By Stephanie Merry

Test your Springfield knowledge when the theater teams up with Trivia Kings in conjunction with the show “Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play.”

By Stephanie Merry | 02:39 PM ET, 05/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Theater, Events

Posted at 01:23 PM ET, 05/10/2012

Readers suggest D.C.’s essential veggie eats

By Alex Baldinger

We asked readers to tell us their favorite vegetarian dishes in the D.C. area. Here are some of their responses so far.

By Alex Baldinger | 01:23 PM ET, 05/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:03 PM ET, 05/10/2012

Passport DC opens doors to Europe

By Alex Baldinger

Passport DC’s Shortcut to Europe opens doors to 27 embassies across the city.

By Alex Baldinger | 01:03 PM ET, 05/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 11:57 AM ET, 05/10/2012

Got Plans? preview: Chat with us about summer movies

By Michael O'Sullivan

Film critic Michael O’Sullivan joins today's Got Plans? chat to discuss summer movies.

By Michael O'Sullivan | 11:57 AM ET, 05/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Movies, Going Out Gurus

Posted at 08:05 PM ET, 05/09/2012

Florence + the Machine, Old Crow Medicine Show: Hot Tickets

By Brandon Weigel

By Brandon Weigel | 08:05 PM ET, 05/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 01:35 PM ET, 05/09/2012

National recognition for the Italian Store’s Roma; more of our favorite D.C. area sandwiches

By Justin Rude

Serious Eats profiled the Roma sandwich, a favorite at the Arlington institution Italian Store as part of its ongoing A Sandwich Today series.

By Justin Rude | 01:35 PM ET, 05/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 12:11 PM ET, 05/09/2012

Calling all foodies: We’re seeking Washington’s essential veggie eats

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Share your picks for the region’s best vegetarian and vegan dishes.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 12:11 PM ET, 05/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 11:42 AM ET, 05/09/2012

Bart Vandaele is bringing B Too to Logan Circle

By Tom Sietsema

Belga Cafe’s chef will open a new Begian bistro on 14th Street. It will be Belga Cafe on overdrive.

By Tom Sietsema | 11:42 AM ET, 05/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:16 PM ET, 05/08/2012

Best events for kids: ‘Carnival of the Animals,’ Family Day at Fairgrounds

By Amy Orndorff

Mark your calendars for an animal-themed concert and family day at the Fairgrounds.

By Amy Orndorff | 06:16 PM ET, 05/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:27 PM ET, 05/08/2012

Read The Post’s review of the film version of Maurice Sendak’s ‘Where the Wild Things Are’

By Alex Baldinger

In 2009, director Spike Jonze brought Maurice Sendak’s “Where the Wild Things Are” to the big screen; read Washington Post film critic Ann Hornaday’s review.

By Alex Baldinger | 03:27 PM ET, 05/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:40 PM ET, 05/08/2012

Get your outlaw country fix with Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings and Merle Haggard at Marx Cafe in Mount Pleasant

By Fritz Hahn

As the monthly Outlaws country music night celebrates its first anniversary, the DJs share a playlist of their favorite old-school country tracks.

By Fritz Hahn | 01:40 PM ET, 05/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 01:32 PM ET, 05/08/2012

‘Song 1’ extended until May 20; listen to bands performing at the Hirshhorn on Friday

By David Malitz

Doug Aitken’s popular exhibit has been extended until May 20; listen to bands performing at the Hirshhorn at Friday’s ‘Song 1 Happening.’

By David Malitz | 01:32 PM ET, 05/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Museums

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 05/08/2012

Cut Copy DJ set and No Age at the Hirshhorn: This week’s Nightlife Agenda

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson

No Age performs at the Hirshhorn’s “Song 1” party, Cut Copy spins at U Street Music Hall and a new summer rooftop party makes its debut.

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson | 07:00 AM ET, 05/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Music

Posted at 03:43 PM ET, 05/07/2012

Spiritualized, ‘Popcorn and Pasties’ — best events in D.C. this week

By David Malitz

This week’s best entertainment options in and around the city.

By David Malitz | 03:43 PM ET, 05/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 02:46 PM ET, 05/07/2012

Mother Trucker brings food trucks to a pool party

By Fritz Hahn

Capital Skyline Hotel is teaming with H Street NE music and food tastemakers to create summer fun.

By Fritz Hahn | 02:46 PM ET, 05/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 12:40 PM ET, 05/07/2012

Batman, Spider-Man, battleships and dictators: a guide to 2012 summer movie releases

By Amy Joyce

We look ahead at the many films due to open this summer, from “The Dark Knight Rises” to “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter.”

By Amy Joyce | 12:40 PM ET, 05/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:31 AM ET, 05/07/2012

‘The Avengers’ overshoots box office record

By Jess Righthand

To say that “Marvel’s The Avengers” had a great weekend at the box office would be a drastic understatement of the movie’s debut.

By Jess Righthand | 10:31 AM ET, 05/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 08:04 AM ET, 05/07/2012

Look Up! street festival, Venus discussion: Free & Easy

By Brandon Weigel

By Brandon Weigel | 08:04 AM ET, 05/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap

Posted at 02:50 PM ET, 05/04/2012

Food in focus: Rogue 24, Green Pig Bistro and the week in culinary photography

By Justin Rude

This week Tom Sietsema wrote about two exciting restaurants, the Green Pig Bistro, and R.J. Cooper’s Rogue 24.

By Justin Rude | 02:50 PM ET, 05/04/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 02:32 PM ET, 05/04/2012

Weekend Update: Look Out Below!

By Lavanya Ramanathan and Brandon Weigel

We take a look at the Kennedy Center’s “Look Both Ways: Street Arts Across America”

By Lavanya Ramanathan and Brandon Weigel | 02:32 PM ET, 05/04/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 02:09 PM ET, 05/04/2012

Joan Miro at the National Gallery of Art

By Stephanie Merry

On May 6, a massive exhibition of the Catalan artist’s work goes on display.

By Stephanie Merry | 02:09 PM ET, 05/04/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Museums

Posted at 01:27 PM ET, 05/04/2012

Best D.C. area bars for a ‘Star Wars’ cantina vibe

By Alex Baldinger

You know that famous scene in the original “Star Wars” film, with the funky soundtrack and dusty environs? Here’s where to capture that spirit on Star Wars Day.

By Alex Baldinger | 01:27 PM ET, 05/04/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Misc.

Posted at 11:36 AM ET, 05/04/2012

Lower Dens “Nootropics”: Album review

By Brandon Weigel

For second album “Nootropics,” the group has taken its arrangements and stretched everything out

By Brandon Weigel | 11:36 AM ET, 05/04/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 10:27 AM ET, 05/04/2012

New and popular DVDs

By Stephanie Merry

Check out this week’s new releases and see what Washington is watching.

By Stephanie Merry | 10:27 AM ET, 05/04/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 06:05 PM ET, 05/03/2012

‘The Avengers’ and more new movies

By Jess Righthand

In this week’s new movies, the much anticipated superhero ensemble flick “Marvel’s The Avengers” hits area theaters and “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” is too bland to constitute quality entertainment.

By Jess Righthand | 06:05 PM ET, 05/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 06:00 PM ET, 05/03/2012

Art in focus: ‘Spring Solos 2012’ invites close attention at the Arlington Arts Center

By Michael O'Sullivan

Five contemporary artists exhibit subtle, thought-provoking works at the Arlington Arts Center.

By Michael O'Sullivan | 06:00 PM ET, 05/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Museums

Posted at 04:10 PM ET, 05/03/2012

Joan Miro exhibit, Trucko de Mayo: Things to do in D.C. this weekend

By Brandon Weigel

Going Out Guide picks Trucko de Mayo and the opening of “Joan Miro: The Ladder of Escape.”

By Brandon Weigel | 04:10 PM ET, 05/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 02:38 PM ET, 05/03/2012

‘Marvel’s The Avengers’ opens

By Amy Joyce

Ann Hornaday says that “The Avengers” is worthy and that comic fans and movie watchers will breathe easy once they see it.

By Amy Joyce | 02:38 PM ET, 05/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:52 PM ET, 05/03/2012

Frederick, Maryland, food challenge: Five burger patties, 10 strips of bacon, 30 minutes, no problem?

By Alex Baldinger

A scoreboard keeps track of the winners and losers: 18 of the 25 contestants have failed.

By Alex Baldinger | 12:52 PM ET, 05/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 11:29 AM ET, 05/03/2012

GOG Mailbag: Vegetarian-friendly food options in Gaithersburg and Rockville

By Amy Joyce

A reader wrote us to ask where she could take her meat-loving son and his vegetarian significant other for dinner in Rockville. Here’s what we came up with.

By Amy Joyce | 11:29 AM ET, 05/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 08:21 PM ET, 05/02/2012

Wilco, Enrique Iglesias and Jennifer Lopez: Hot Tickets

By Brandon Weigel

Jeff Tweedy and Wilco are coming to Wolf Trap this summer for two dates.

By Brandon Weigel | 08:21 PM ET, 05/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 03:58 PM ET, 05/02/2012

Northern Virginia’s Barrel Oak Winery named top family-friendly

By Amy Joyce

Kids and wine might seem an odd pairing, but the Northern Virginia winery was recently named the country’s best for families with children.

By Amy Joyce | 03:58 PM ET, 05/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 03:05 PM ET, 05/02/2012

D.C. theater preview: “Metamorphoses,” “Xanadu” and “The Music Man” on stage in May

By Stephanie Merry

The Tony nominations prove Washington theater is buzzing. This month is a good time to see what the fuss is about.

By Stephanie Merry | 03:05 PM ET, 05/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Theater

Posted at 01:28 PM ET, 05/02/2012

Where to watch the Kentucky Derby

By Fritz Hahn

Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby fall on the same day. The Going Out Guide tells you where the best parties are.

By Fritz Hahn | 01:28 PM ET, 05/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Events

Posted at 12:25 PM ET, 05/02/2012

Mother’s Day brunch for every type of mom

By Amy Joyce

Mother’s Day brunch for every type of mom.

By Amy Joyce | 12:25 PM ET, 05/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:55 PM ET, 05/01/2012

Cinco de Mayo: Margaritas, happy hours and a burro

By Fritz Hahn

Whether you’re looking to taste exquisite Mexican cuisine, listen to an up-and-coming salsa band or enjoy a margarita at a rooftop happy hour, there’s a party out there for you.

By Fritz Hahn | 03:55 PM ET, 05/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Events

Posted at 03:15 PM ET, 05/01/2012

Virginia Gold Cup, Passport DC and other outdoor events for a frantic May 5

By Alex Baldinger

The first weekend in May is always a busy time for outdoor events in the D.C. area, and this year is no different.

By Alex Baldinger | 03:15 PM ET, 05/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 01:45 PM ET, 05/01/2012

Best events for kids: UniverSoul Circus and International Children’s Day

By Amy Orndorff

Mark your calendars for high-flying circus acts and a celebration of Maryland’s maritime history.

By Amy Orndorff | 01:45 PM ET, 05/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 11:15 AM ET, 05/01/2012

Live music tonight: Nanci Griffith at the Birchmere

By Geoffrey Himes

Reviewer Geoffrey Himes says Griffith’s “Intersection” is “her most personal, powerful album in 25 years.”

By Geoffrey Himes | 11:15 AM ET, 05/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 05/01/2012

Bean and Bite scheduled for a June debut

By Tom Sietsema

The owner of downtown gastropub Againn has plans to open a coffee and pastry pick-up spot on 15th Street NW.

By Tom Sietsema | 07:00 AM ET, 05/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 05/01/2012

Volta Bureau, a pool party and old-school jams with Biz Markie: This week’s Nightlife Agenda

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson

This week’s Nightlife Agenda includes the first pool party of the year, Queen Makeda’s last night, Timbuktu diva Khaira Arby and an old-school party featuring DJ Biz Markie.

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson | 06:00 AM ET, 05/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Music

Posted at 04:06 PM ET, 04/30/2012

“Joan Miró: The Ladder of Escape,” Dan Rather — best events in D.C. this week

By David Malitz

The National Gallery’s highly-anticipated exhibition of the Spanish artist’s work opens on Sunday.

By David Malitz | 04:06 PM ET, 04/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 03:37 PM ET, 04/30/2012

Theater comings and goings this week

By Amy Orndorff

This week is your last chance to see “Arias With a Twist” at Woolly Mammoth, and it’s also a good time to get tickets for upcoming shows, including WSC Avant Bard’s staging of “The Tooth of Crime” at Artisphere.

By Amy Orndorff | 03:37 PM ET, 04/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:12 PM ET, 04/30/2012

Manchester United vs. Manchester City: Where to watch in D.C.

By Alex Baldinger

Soccer-friendly D.C. bars will be showing today’s match between Manchester United and Manchester City.

By Alex Baldinger | 12:12 PM ET, 04/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:17 AM ET, 04/30/2012

‘Think Like a Man’ wins weekend box office again

By Jess Righthand

“Think Like a Man,” the adaptation of Steve Harvey’s bestseller, spends another week at No. 1 after another weekend of raking in revenue.

By Jess Righthand | 10:17 AM ET, 04/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 08:50 AM ET, 04/30/2012

Flower Mart, Picasso documentary: Free & Easy

By Brandon Weigel

Going Out Guide picks the best free events this week, including Flower Mart at Washington National Cathedral and a documentary on Pablo Picasso.

By Brandon Weigel | 08:50 AM ET, 04/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap

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