D.C.-area nightlife, events and dining
Weekend Best Bets
An all-star hip-hop history lesson from locals (including XO), classic anime films and a real-life spy.
Photo: Kyle Gustafson -- For The Post
Marching on
See 2,000-year-old, life-size sculptures up close at the "Terra Cotta Warriors" exhibit. | Photos
Photo: Bill O'Leary - The Washington Post
'New Moon' fever
Our Post critic finds "there's enough wolf whistle in this sexy, scary romp to please anyone."
Photo: Taylor Lautner and Kristen Stewart by Summit Entertainment
Cheese whizzes
Whether humble or haute, grilled cheese is always tasty. Check out our faves and vote for yours.
Photo: Grilled Cheese at Stoney's; Kathryn Norwood for The Post
Hey Girl Hey at Aloft Hotel
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Got Plans? Redux: Thanksgiving visitors edition
November 19, 2009
Another week, another contest. We wanted to give away a pair of "Lost in Yonkers" tickets, so we asked you where you bring out-of-town visitors. You turned in some great, offbeat suggestions. We learned about barbecues at Gravelly Point, walking tours and trips to the National Building Museum. Check out the full transcript for more suggestions -- ...
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Events Calendar
Highlighted Events: Friday, November 20
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Beaujolais Nouveau Wine and Cheese Party - Bar/Club Event
The Alliance Francaise cultural institute celebrates Beaujolais Nouveau with wine, cheese, a DJ and French pop songs.Alliance Francaise de Washington | Washington, DC -
Jack Oblivian - Music Event
One of the defining figures of American garage rock over the past two decades. With John Paul Keith & the One Four Fives and Suns of Guns.Jackie's | Silver Spring, MD -
Close To The Edge - Bar/Club Event
DJ Dredd rocks classic hip-hop on the back stage.Black Cat | Washington, DC -
Hey Girl Hey - Bar/Club Event
Females DJs, drinks and manicures courtesy of the Hey Girl Hey Web site.Aloft | Oxon Hill, MD -
Melt Banana - Music Event
Noisy, abrasive Japanese deconstructionalist rockers are probably like nothing you've heard before. With Krumplestilt.The Rock and Roll Hotel | Washington, DC -
A Streetcar Named Desire - Performing Arts
Cate Blanchett stars in Sydney Theatre Company's production of the Tennessee Williams classic.The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | Washington, DC -
Casa Patas - Performing Arts
A showcase of the internationally-acclaimed flamenco artists for four exclusive engagements.Gala Hispanic Theatre at Tivoli Square | Washington, DC -
Three Days of Rain - Performing Arts
Director Dawn McAndrews's staging of this family drama is a "largely absorbing and poignant production" for fledgling theater company 1st Stage, writes Celia Wren.1st Stage | McLean, VA -
Roland Mesnier Builds a Gingerbread House - Miscellaneous Event
The former White House pastry chef builds a gingerbread replica of Mount Vernon.Mount Vernon | Alexandria, VA -
2009 AFI European Union Film Showcase - Miscellaneous Event
The AFI's annual festival of cinema from various European countries.American Film Institute Silver Theatre and Cultural Center | Silver Spring, MD
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Don't drop the ball
Got New Year's Eve plans yet? Tickets for concerts and fancy hotel parties are now on sale.
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Find reviews, showtimes and trailers for "The Blind Side" and other films arriving in area theaters.
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2009 Dining Guide
Critic Tom Sietsema shares his 50 favorite restaurants, plus the top cocktails and desserts.
Decode the 'Symbol'
Read Dan Brown's thriller "The Lost Symbol"? See an interactive map of D.C. locations from the book.
Three Days in D.C.
Make the most of a short trip to Washington with tips on historic sites and places to eat nearby.
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