D.C.-area nightlife, events and dining
Drink like a Draper
Bars that capture the "Mad Men" vibe | Viewing parties
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FotoWeek DC
Photography abounds starting Saturday, including Amit Mehta's shot (above) at Fixation. | More FotoWeek
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Special forces
George Clooney discovers unique ways to defend America in "The Men Who Stare at Goats."
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A twist on typical
Warrenton's Black Bear Bistro may look like a regular pub, but the chow offerings are far from ordinary.
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Making progress at Arena Stage
November 06, 2009
The time is nearing for Arena Stage to move out of its temporary Crystal City digs and into the new 200,000-foot facility at Maine Avenue and Sixth Street SW. True, the center won't be ready until Arena's 2010/2011 season, but judging from this exclusive time-lapse video, there's been major progress since construction began in January of '08. The ...
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Flip Orley - Performing Arts
The stand-up hypnotist has been entertaining for nearly two decades. Scoff if you will, but you are guaranteed to bust a gut.The Improv | Washington, DC -
Operation Smile Fundraiser - Bar/Club Event
Play mini-golf and drink beers to raise money for charity.H Street Country Club | Washington, DC -
Lego Master Build - Miscellaneous Event
Now here's a different kind of artificial tree. Help construct a 12-foot tall Christmas tree out of Legos.Arundel Mills Mall | Hanover, MD -
Hooked on 'Mad Men' - Bar/Club Event
Say farewell to another season of "Mad Men" with 1960s cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and the final episode on flat-screen TVs.Hook | Washington, DC -
Gentleman Jesse and His Men - Music Event
Absurdly catchy power pop that's a little rough around the edges, but the looseness only adds to the fun. With the Spectacles and (Stop Worrying and) Love the Bomb.Quarry House Tavern | Silver Spring, MD -
Kids Euro Festival - Performing Arts
See "Pippi Longstrocking," children's films or magic shows, acrobats or Greek music at this month-long festival of 150 free events for kids.Various locations | Washington, DC -
FotoWeek DC - Exhibit
Gallery exhibitions, lunchtime lectures and a photo contest are all part of a celebration of the art of photography for the second annual FotoWeek festival.Various locations | Washington, DC -
Travel Tales Too - Performing Arts
Jane Franklin Dance performs dances reminiscent of the company's last 12 years.Gunston Arts Center | Arlington, VA -
Bhagmati - Performing Arts
The dance depicts the true love story between a Muslim king and a Hindu commoner in Mogul India. Presented by Kuchipudi Kalanidhi.Atlas Performing Arts Center | Washington, DC -
Pedro Volta - Performing Arts
The Spanish magician performs a show called Sueos Alucinantes (Amazing Dreams) which promises to send adults back to their childhood and children into a magical world. Part of Kids Euro Festival 2009.Millennium Stage - The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | Washington, DC
Restaurants
X.O. marks the spot
Tom Sietsema says the dashing Cantonese restaurant is making a splash in Seven Corners.
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- Black Bear Bistro & Sweeney's Cellar
- Masa 14
- Acacia Bistro
- Zentan at the Donovan House Hotel
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Bars & Clubs
This bar is golden
Little Miss Whiskey's Golden Dollar brings a New Orleans vibe and diverse crowd to H Street NE.
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- Birch & Barley and ChurchKey
- Little Miss Whiskey's Golden Dollar
- Masa 14
- Cork Wine Bar
- Poste Moderne Brasserie
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Movies
New releases
Find reviews, showtimes and trailers for "A Christmas Carol" and other films at area theaters.
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- A Woman in Berlin
- Disney's A Christmas Carol
- Disney's A Christmas Carol 3D
- Disney's A Christmas Carol in Disney Digital 3D
- Disney's A Christmas Carol: An IMAX 3D Experience
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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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