washington, dc archives
Jun
3
2008
race for the cure 2008
This Saturday, Rob and I are participating in the National Race for the Cure in downtown D.C. Proceeds benefit breast cancer research and support programs. If you care to donate: My Donation Page | Rob’s Donation Page | Post Newspaper…
This Saturday, Rob and I are participating in the National Race for the Cure in downtown D.C. Proceeds benefit breast cancer research and support programs. If you care to donate: My Donation Page | Rob’s Donation Page | Post Newspaper…
May
23
2008
montgomery county budget calculator
Yesterday, the Montgomery County, Md., county council voted on its 2009 budget. As part of our coverage, we rolled out a budget calculator game to allow users to try their hand at balancing the county’s budget. For revenues, the…
Yesterday, the Montgomery County, Md., county council voted on its 2009 budget. As part of our coverage, we rolled out a budget calculator game to allow users to try their hand at balancing the county’s budget. For revenues, the…
May
14
2008
the post 200
On Monday we rolled out the 2008 edition of the Post 200, an annual listing of the top companies in the Washington, D.C., area. The section includes coverage of regional business / economic issues, a searchable database of company listings…
On Monday we rolled out the 2008 edition of the Post 200, an annual listing of the top companies in the Washington, D.C., area. The section includes coverage of regional business / economic issues, a searchable database of company listings…
Apr
27
2008
night at the ballpark
Rob, Rachel, Paul and I headed out to the new Nationals Park on Saturday to cheer on the Chicago Cubs against the Washington Nationals. D.C. is such a transplant town and the Cubs have such national reach, it seemed…
Rob, Rachel, Paul and I headed out to the new Nationals Park on Saturday to cheer on the Chicago Cubs against the Washington Nationals. D.C. is such a transplant town and the Cubs have such national reach, it seemed…
Apr
23
2008
what i'm reading: at the library
Arlington County Public Library’s online catalog has long offered the ability to “hold” a title and have it delivered to the branch location of your choice. Meanwhile, recent renovations to the main Arlington County Government building in Courthouse Plaza included…
Arlington County Public Library’s online catalog has long offered the ability to “hold” a title and have it delivered to the branch location of your choice. Meanwhile, recent renovations to the main Arlington County Government building in Courthouse Plaza included…
Feb
21
2008
photo of the day: must to call for
Spotted at 25th and K streets in D.C. This may be one of the most poorly-designed signs I’ve seen in some time. Why would you want the key instructions — "Push Button" — smaller than everything else? And what…
Spotted at 25th and K streets in D.C. This may be one of the most poorly-designed signs I’ve seen in some time. Why would you want the key instructions — "Push Button" — smaller than everything else? And what…
Feb
20
2008
playing hooky
This past Friday, I had the day off, and I intended to make the most of it. I treat days off during the work week a bit differently than a holiday or weekend. They’re rare, special — sacred, even….
This past Friday, I had the day off, and I intended to make the most of it. I treat days off during the work week a bit differently than a holiday or weekend. They’re rare, special — sacred, even….
Feb
14
2008
primary results: d.c., maryland and virginia
For Tuesday’s “Potomac Primary” — presidential primary contests in D.C., Maryland and Virginia — I set up another set of interactive results maps (county/city-level for Maryland and Virginia, ward-level for D.C.): Also worth checking out: I’ve also beefed up…
For Tuesday’s “Potomac Primary” — presidential primary contests in D.C., Maryland and Virginia — I set up another set of interactive results maps (county/city-level for Maryland and Virginia, ward-level for D.C.): Also worth checking out: I’ve also beefed up…
Feb
3
2008
photo of the day: e pluribus
Last weekend, Rob and I took a mini photo expedition over to Roosevelt Island, named in honor of former president Theodore Roosevelt. This photo is a macro view of part of a fountain’s base. More Photos from Roosevelt Island…
Last weekend, Rob and I took a mini photo expedition over to Roosevelt Island, named in honor of former president Theodore Roosevelt. This photo is a macro view of part of a fountain’s base. More Photos from Roosevelt Island…
Jan
28
2008
portrait gallery
A side-benefit of going to see the Stephen Colbert portrait at the National Portrait Gallery is that I finally went to the National Portrait Gallery. The building, which also houses the Smithsonian American Art Museum, was under massive renovation…
A side-benefit of going to see the Stephen Colbert portrait at the National Portrait Gallery is that I finally went to the National Portrait Gallery. The building, which also houses the Smithsonian American Art Museum, was under massive renovation…
national treasure
Earlier this month, The Colbert Report aired a multi-part mini-saga of Stephen Colbert’s efforts to have his portrait hung in one of the Smithsonian museums. The end result was that the National Portrait Gallery agreed to display his portrait for…
Earlier this month, The Colbert Report aired a multi-part mini-saga of Stephen Colbert’s efforts to have his portrait hung in one of the Smithsonian museums. The end result was that the National Portrait Gallery agreed to display his portrait for…
Dec
29
2007
bring me my caffeine
Dari offered a heads-up this evening that Starbucks is opening up a location in Arlington’s Courthouse Plaza sometime soon. It’s right by the Metro and right down the street from my office. The Starbucks location just ½ mile down the…
Dari offered a heads-up this evening that Starbucks is opening up a location in Arlington’s Courthouse Plaza sometime soon. It’s right by the Metro and right down the street from my office. The Starbucks location just ½ mile down the…
Dec
15
2007
seen: for more information...
From a Metrorail system alert message at the WMATA Web site: All Stations: Due to slippery conditions, trains will travel at reduced speeds at above ground stations only. For more information, please visit www.metroopensdoors.com. The thing is, I’m on metroopensdoors.com,…
From a Metrorail system alert message at the WMATA Web site: All Stations: Due to slippery conditions, trains will travel at reduced speeds at above ground stations only. For more information, please visit www.metroopensdoors.com. The thing is, I’m on metroopensdoors.com,…
Dec
4
2007
seen: the big cheese
There’s a guy in front of the California Tortilla in Courthouse with either a big block of cheese or a really thick tortilla on his head. He has a red carpet and a huge white stretch limo, though, so…
There’s a guy in front of the California Tortilla in Courthouse with either a big block of cheese or a really thick tortilla on his head. He has a red carpet and a huge white stretch limo, though, so…
Nov
11
2007
taken for a ride
On Thursday night, Rob, Dari and I caught a screening of Blade Runner at the Uptown in Cleveland Park. After the movie, we decided to head over to Open City in Woodley Park for a late dinner. We could have…
On Thursday night, Rob, Dari and I caught a screening of Blade Runner at the Uptown in Cleveland Park. After the movie, we decided to head over to Open City in Woodley Park for a late dinner. We could have…
Oct
11
2007
light the night 2007
Rob and I are walking in the Light the Night 5K on Saturday in downtown Washington, D.C. (It’s in the evening, so there’s little chance of oversleeping this one!) Last year’s walk was really cool — everyone got lighted balloons…
Rob and I are walking in the Light the Night 5K on Saturday in downtown Washington, D.C. (It’s in the evening, so there’s little chance of oversleeping this one!) Last year’s walk was really cool — everyone got lighted balloons…
Sep
17
2007
the exorcist stairs
Rob works in the Car Barn, the building immediately adjacent to the stairs that played a notable role in the movie "The Exorcist." I sometimes wait at the base of the stairs when I come to pick him up from…
Rob works in the Car Barn, the building immediately adjacent to the stairs that played a notable role in the movie "The Exorcist." I sometimes wait at the base of the stairs when I come to pick him up from…
Aug
3
2007
corner bakery in courthouse?
This week’s e-mail newsletter from Olsson’s Books and Records offered a bit of trivia for folks who frequent the Courthouse neighborhood of Arlington: We’re excited to tell you about a big change at one of our stores. The Courthouse/Arlington Olsson’s…
This week’s e-mail newsletter from Olsson’s Books and Records offered a bit of trivia for folks who frequent the Courthouse neighborhood of Arlington: We’re excited to tell you about a big change at one of our stores. The Courthouse/Arlington Olsson’s…
Jul
21
2007
once more, with feeling
Last night, I went with some friends to the Buffy Singalong at the Avalon Theatre in DC. Yes, a singalong to the Buffy: The Vampire Slayer musical episode “Once More, With Feeling.” For some reason, in talking about this,…
Last night, I went with some friends to the Buffy Singalong at the Avalon Theatre in DC. Yes, a singalong to the Buffy: The Vampire Slayer musical episode “Once More, With Feeling.” For some reason, in talking about this,…
Jul
19
2007
photo of the day: crystal pool
Another photo from Glen Echo Park … This place is a photography gold mine. The photo above is of the neon sign for the Crystal Pool, which dates back to 1931. While the other structures in the park have…
Another photo from Glen Echo Park … This place is a photography gold mine. The photo above is of the neon sign for the Crystal Pool, which dates back to 1931. While the other structures in the park have…
Jul
18
2007
glen echo park
A couple weekends ago, Rob and I finally checked out Glen Echo Park, this fantastic arts / music site (and former theme park) with some awesome examples of early-to-mid-1900s architecture and signage. This is a place that’s just made…
A couple weekends ago, Rob and I finally checked out Glen Echo Park, this fantastic arts / music site (and former theme park) with some awesome examples of early-to-mid-1900s architecture and signage. This is a place that’s just made…
Jul
4
2007
happy fourth of july!
Presidents Lincoln, Jefferson, Washington and Roosevelt get down with Nationals mascot Screech during the seventh inning stretch of today’s baseball game between the Washington Nationals and the Chicago Cubs. The Nationals won, 6-0. More Photos »…
Presidents Lincoln, Jefferson, Washington and Roosevelt get down with Nationals mascot Screech during the seventh inning stretch of today’s baseball game between the Washington Nationals and the Chicago Cubs. The Nationals won, 6-0. More Photos »…
Jun
19
2007
the morning commute
Ah, Metro, how I love thee. Except when I hate thee. For all its problems, the D.C. Metro system is one of the best ways to get around town, and it’s my preferred way to get to work in the…
Ah, Metro, how I love thee. Except when I hate thee. For all its problems, the D.C. Metro system is one of the best ways to get around town, and it’s my preferred way to get to work in the…
May
15
2007
courthouse development
Some interesting news this week about commercial development in the Courthouse neighborhood of Arlington, Va., courtesy of the Washington Business Journal: The JBG Cos. has its sights set on turning one of the last developable blocks in Arlington’s Courthouse neighborhood…
Some interesting news this week about commercial development in the Courthouse neighborhood of Arlington, Va., courtesy of the Washington Business Journal: The JBG Cos. has its sights set on turning one of the last developable blocks in Arlington’s Courthouse neighborhood…
May
3
2007
screen on the green 2007
This summer’s Screen on the Green schedule is out: Monday, July 16: Annie Hall Monday, July 23: The Thing From Another World Monday, July 30: Wait Until Dark Monday, August 6:: All the King’s Men Monday, August 13: Casablanca As…
This summer’s Screen on the Green schedule is out: Monday, July 16: Annie Hall Monday, July 23: The Thing From Another World Monday, July 30: Wait Until Dark Monday, August 6:: All the King’s Men Monday, August 13: Casablanca As…
May
1
2007
eastern market
I got a few IMs early yesterday morning with some truly sad news: Rob: sad about eastern market Me: what? Rob: read dcist … or the post Rob: eastern market was gutted by fire last night Eastern Market is…
I got a few IMs early yesterday morning with some truly sad news: Rob: sad about eastern market Me: what? Rob: read dcist … or the post Rob: eastern market was gutted by fire last night Eastern Market is…
Apr
27
2007
metro art
This past Saturday, Rob and I took a cool tour of public art at local Metro stations, offered as part of a weekend-long event called WalkingTown DC. It was a great opportunity to check out stations I wouldn’t normally…
This past Saturday, Rob and I took a cool tour of public art at local Metro stations, offered as part of a weekend-long event called WalkingTown DC. It was a great opportunity to check out stations I wouldn’t normally…
Apr
25
2007
awakening downriver
I didn’t pay much attention to coverage of the National Harbor project until I read this in Sunday’s Post: In the coming months, the outdoor sculpture “The Awakening” will be dug up from Hains Point, its home for the past…
I didn’t pay much attention to coverage of the National Harbor project until I read this in Sunday’s Post: In the coming months, the outdoor sculpture “The Awakening” will be dug up from Hains Point, its home for the past…
Apr
21
2007
design nerd alert
According to the documentary’s Web site, Helvetica will be screened in the D.C. area June 12-17 during the AFI Silverdocs film festival in Silver Spring, Md. I can’t find any more detailed information, but I’d imagine that it’ll be forthcoming…
According to the documentary’s Web site, Helvetica will be screened in the D.C. area June 12-17 during the AFI Silverdocs film festival in Silver Spring, Md. I can’t find any more detailed information, but I’d imagine that it’ll be forthcoming…
Apr
3
2007
photo of the day: sprouts
I haven’t had a chance to go see the cherry blossoms yet, so in the meantime, I’m looking back at some of my cherry blossom photos from last year….
I haven’t had a chance to go see the cherry blossoms yet, so in the meantime, I’m looking back at some of my cherry blossom photos from last year….
Mar
20
2007
lane shifter
I’ve always wondered about how the transportation powers that be shift the concrete barriers dividing lanes on the Roosevelt Bridge between D.C. and Rosslyn. Today, I came across a video from the Post’s John Kelly where he visits the crew…
I’ve always wondered about how the transportation powers that be shift the concrete barriers dividing lanes on the Roosevelt Bridge between D.C. and Rosslyn. Today, I came across a video from the Post’s John Kelly where he visits the crew…
Feb
20
2007
afternoon on the mall
After our screening of Breach on Sunday, we headed into town for an afternoon on the Mall. Our first stop: the National Gallery. For whatever reason, none of the exhibits really appealed to me that day. I did, however,…
After our screening of Breach on Sunday, we headed into town for an afternoon on the Mall. Our first stop: the National Gallery. For whatever reason, none of the exhibits really appealed to me that day. I did, however,…
Feb
19
2007
spot the errors
I’m fortunate to live in a city where so many movies and television series are set. For one thing, it affords me frequent opportunities to play a favorite game: How’d They Get D.C. Wrong? I’m talking about things like Robert…
I’m fortunate to live in a city where so many movies and television series are set. For one thing, it affords me frequent opportunities to play a favorite game: How’d They Get D.C. Wrong? I’m talking about things like Robert…
Feb
13
2007
photo of the day: clarendon boulevard
Arlington was pretty quiet today during the normally busy rush hour, the federal government and plenty of schools and businesses having let folks off early in anticipation of icy hazards. I love how there’s a bit of a foggy…
Arlington was pretty quiet today during the normally busy rush hour, the federal government and plenty of schools and businesses having let folks off early in anticipation of icy hazards. I love how there’s a bit of a foggy…
Jan
16
2007
photo of the day: arlington sunset
The sunset this evening was spectacular. (Thanks to Dari for the heads-up.)…
The sunset this evening was spectacular. (Thanks to Dari for the heads-up.)…
Jan
10
2007
summit
This evening my office hosted a summit for local bloggers who write about life in the D.C. area. The event featured a panel q&a with Post and post.com editors and bloggers, a mini-seminar on Internet libel law and a “here…
This evening my office hosted a summit for local bloggers who write about life in the D.C. area. The event featured a panel q&a with Post and post.com editors and bloggers, a mini-seminar on Internet libel law and a “here…
Jan
4
2007
kudos
Niftiness of the day: A photo that Rob took at D.C.’s Union Station on New Year’s Eve made DCist Photo of the Day today! It’s actually not my favorite photo from that outing — this one is — but…
Niftiness of the day: A photo that Rob took at D.C.’s Union Station on New Year’s Eve made DCist Photo of the Day today! It’s actually not my favorite photo from that outing — this one is — but…
Nov
13
2006
clarendon
Today’s Washington Post looks at Clarendon’s history and future, and how it risks becoming a victim of its own success as the independently-owned neighborhood shops and restaurants are priced out of the market and replaced with big chains.
Today’s Washington Post looks at Clarendon’s history and future, and how it risks becoming a victim of its own success as the independently-owned neighborhood shops and restaurants are priced out of the market and replaced with big chains.
Oct
28
2006
seen: costumed
Rob and I walked over to the Ballston Mall tonight to run a quick errand, then made a stop at 7-Eleven on the way home. Over the course of the evening, we saw a number of people in costume for…
Rob and I walked over to the Ballston Mall tonight to run a quick errand, then made a stop at 7-Eleven on the way home. Over the course of the evening, we saw a number of people in costume for…
Oct
21
2006
photo of the day: purple flowers
On a Sunday in late October last year, I went over to Fort C.F. Smith, the park where we’d chosen to have our wedding, in the hopes of getting some pictures of the house. There was an event going…
On a Sunday in late October last year, I went over to Fort C.F. Smith, the park where we’d chosen to have our wedding, in the hopes of getting some pictures of the house. There was an event going…
drive for the border
After turning in the keys to our old apartment, Rob and I headed out for a celebratory midnight Taco Bell run. The restaurant portion of the eatery had closed, and only the drive-through window was open. As we waited in…
After turning in the keys to our old apartment, Rob and I headed out for a celebratory midnight Taco Bell run. The restaurant portion of the eatery had closed, and only the drive-through window was open. As we waited in…
Oct
9
2006
let the eagle soar in aisle sixteen
On Saturday, Rob, Dari and I drove over to the Home Depot in Seven Corners. We had separate goals, Rob and I to scope out paint and light switches for the new condo, Dari to pick up supplies to construct…
On Saturday, Rob, Dari and I drove over to the Home Depot in Seven Corners. We had separate goals, Rob and I to scope out paint and light switches for the new condo, Dari to pick up supplies to construct…
Oct
5
2006
light the night
Back in April, my brother Ryan was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, temporarily derailing his plans to go to Air Force pilot training this past May. He’s doing well and his prognosis is excellent. He completed chemo about a month ago,…
Back in April, my brother Ryan was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, temporarily derailing his plans to go to Air Force pilot training this past May. He’s doing well and his prognosis is excellent. He completed chemo about a month ago,…
Sep
13
2006
real estating
Some interesting stories I’ve seen recently about the housing market: Washington Post: “Dress Up Your Home for a Quicker Sale” (09/09/2006) A slower U.S. housing market means sellers can no longer bank on having their pick of offers for properties…
Some interesting stories I’ve seen recently about the housing market: Washington Post: “Dress Up Your Home for a Quicker Sale” (09/09/2006) A slower U.S. housing market means sellers can no longer bank on having their pick of offers for properties…
inner loop
If my bike was in working order and I wasn’t otherwise committed this coming Saturday, I might want to take part in this event on Saturday morning: Bike Tour: Route of DC’s “Inner Beltway” Saturday, September 16, 2006 (9:00 AM)…
If my bike was in working order and I wasn’t otherwise committed this coming Saturday, I might want to take part in this event on Saturday morning: Bike Tour: Route of DC’s “Inner Beltway” Saturday, September 16, 2006 (9:00 AM)…
Sep
9
2006
early memorial
Dari called us late this evening to give us a heads-up that they had switched on the Sept. 11 memorial lights over the Pentagon and that we’d probably have a great view of them from our roof. Heeding his…
Dari called us late this evening to give us a heads-up that they had switched on the Sept. 11 memorial lights over the Pentagon and that we’d probably have a great view of them from our roof. Heeding his…
Sep
7
2006
home market
As a prospective homebuyer, I (and my finances) cautiously like hearing news like this: In the latest evidence of a cooling housing market, U.S. home prices rose in the second quarter by the slowest rate in more than six years,…
As a prospective homebuyer, I (and my finances) cautiously like hearing news like this: In the latest evidence of a cooling housing market, U.S. home prices rose in the second quarter by the slowest rate in more than six years,…
Aug
21
2006
on the market
Rob and I have started the tentative, slightly terrifying process of looking for our own little piece of the American Dream: a one- or two-bedroom condo somewhere in our neighborhood in Arlington. Certainly, the prospect of owning our own place…
Rob and I have started the tentative, slightly terrifying process of looking for our own little piece of the American Dream: a one- or two-bedroom condo somewhere in our neighborhood in Arlington. Certainly, the prospect of owning our own place…
Aug
10
2006
now hiring
We’re looking to add another designer to the News Design team here at washingtonpost.com. If you have a passion for news and a gift for design, consider giving it a look… News Designer We are currently seeking a skilled designer…
We’re looking to add another designer to the News Design team here at washingtonpost.com. If you have a passion for news and a gift for design, consider giving it a look… News Designer We are currently seeking a skilled designer…
Jul
26
2006
the running of the presidents
This past Sunday, Rob, Dari and I went out to RFK Stadium to see the Washington Nationals take on the Chicago Cubs. (Or, if you’re an ardent Chicago-phile like Rob, see the Chicago Cubs take on the Washington Nationals.)…
This past Sunday, Rob, Dari and I went out to RFK Stadium to see the Washington Nationals take on the Chicago Cubs. (Or, if you’re an ardent Chicago-phile like Rob, see the Chicago Cubs take on the Washington Nationals.)…
Jul
5
2006
a capital fourth
In what’s seemingly become a tradition, Rob, Dari and I walked down to Key Bridge to watch the Fourth of July fireworks. We arrived about 20 minutes before the scheduled start time and easily found a place to lean…
In what’s seemingly become a tradition, Rob, Dari and I walked down to Key Bridge to watch the Fourth of July fireworks. We arrived about 20 minutes before the scheduled start time and easily found a place to lean…
Jul
4
2006
photo of the day: flag waving
This photo was taken this past Sunday at the Washington Nationals / Tampa Bay Devil Rays game at RFK Stadium. Everyone got a free U.S. flag at the door, and the display screens around the stadium would periodically encourage…
This photo was taken this past Sunday at the Washington Nationals / Tampa Bay Devil Rays game at RFK Stadium. Everyone got a free U.S. flag at the door, and the display screens around the stadium would periodically encourage…
Jul
3
2006
driving sideways
Rob and I saw Aimee Mann play at the Birchmere last night, the second night of a two-night run at the Alexandria concert venue. The show was pretty good — I particularly liked the new arrangement for “One” and the…
Rob and I saw Aimee Mann play at the Birchmere last night, the second night of a two-night run at the Alexandria concert venue. The show was pretty good — I particularly liked the new arrangement for “One” and the…
Jun
30
2006
seen: metro rules
I noticed the following admonition on a Metro flyer (PDF) explaining rail service changes for the July 4 holiday: In addition to our regular restrictions, no bare feet, oversized coolers, glass containers or bicycles will be allowed on Metrorail on…
I noticed the following admonition on a Metro flyer (PDF) explaining rail service changes for the July 4 holiday: In addition to our regular restrictions, no bare feet, oversized coolers, glass containers or bicycles will be allowed on Metrorail on…
Jun
27
2006
fool in the rain
For the second day in a row, I’ve forgotten my umbrella and had to wallk home in the drizzle. It’s a mystery how I’ve managed to forget something important like that, since we’ve had so much rain in the past…
For the second day in a row, I’ve forgotten my umbrella and had to wallk home in the drizzle. It’s a mystery how I’ve managed to forget something important like that, since we’ve had so much rain in the past…
Jun
19
2006
quote of the day: intern ecosystem
This DCist post today about D.C. summer interns is just so … bleak: Someday soon they’ll escape from their khaki carapaces and emerge, glistening, into a world desperate for law school applicants and not-yet-embittered nonprofit sector employees. And let’s face…
This DCist post today about D.C. summer interns is just so … bleak: Someday soon they’ll escape from their khaki carapaces and emerge, glistening, into a world desperate for law school applicants and not-yet-embittered nonprofit sector employees. And let’s face…
May
21
2006
race for the cure
Rob and I have signed up to do Race for the Cure again this year. Last year, we just paid our entry fee and walked the 5K. This year, I figured I’d at least mention it here and solicit donations…
Rob and I have signed up to do Race for the Cure again this year. Last year, we just paid our entry fee and walked the 5K. This year, I figured I’d at least mention it here and solicit donations…
May
17
2006
austin revisited
I’m not a huge fan of the food at Austin Grill, a local Tex-Mex restaurant chain. But DCist yesterday pointed out a reason to give the eatery another chance: Austin Grill gets its ice cream from Amy’s Ice Cream, an…
I’m not a huge fan of the food at Austin Grill, a local Tex-Mex restaurant chain. But DCist yesterday pointed out a reason to give the eatery another chance: Austin Grill gets its ice cream from Amy’s Ice Cream, an…
Apr
12
2006
pausing history
I just read on DCist that the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History on the Mall is going to close for two years for renovations beginning at the end of the summer. The museum is certainly in need of a…
I just read on DCist that the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History on the Mall is going to close for two years for renovations beginning at the end of the summer. The museum is certainly in need of a…
Apr
9
2006
weekly roundup
Random things that have caught my eye in the past week, but which didn’t get their own blog entries: Before documentary filmmaker Robert Greenwald appeared on The Colbert Report on March 30, he asked his blog readers for advice on…
Random things that have caught my eye in the past week, but which didn’t get their own blog entries: Before documentary filmmaker Robert Greenwald appeared on The Colbert Report on March 30, he asked his blog readers for advice on…
Apr
3
2006
sunday morning in the district
I’m not a morning person. I’m definitely not a weekend morning person, though more and more I’m thinking that maybe I want to change that. It’s so hard to get out of bed early on a weekday morning —…
I’m not a morning person. I’m definitely not a weekend morning person, though more and more I’m thinking that maybe I want to change that. It’s so hard to get out of bed early on a weekday morning —…
Mar
25
2006
out of scope
Breaking with sleep-in-until-noonish tradition, Rob and I got out of bed early this morning to walk in the Scope It Out 5K down by the Mall in DC. On the rare times we do these things, I’m always pleasantly surprised…
Breaking with sleep-in-until-noonish tradition, Rob and I got out of bed early this morning to walk in the Scope It Out 5K down by the Mall in DC. On the rare times we do these things, I’m always pleasantly surprised…
Mar
24
2006
on the hunt
As a Virginia-based graphic designer with an eye on buying a condo in the next year or two, this headline in the Post seemed particularly depressing: Young Graphic Designer Paints Bleak Picture of Va. Condo Market (03/26/06)…
As a Virginia-based graphic designer with an eye on buying a condo in the next year or two, this headline in the Post seemed particularly depressing: Young Graphic Designer Paints Bleak Picture of Va. Condo Market (03/26/06)…
Mar
19
2006
the trees and the wild
I’m so glad I didn’t skip tonight’s Matt Pond PA concert at the 9:30 Club. I’m a big fan of the band’s recent album, and I ordered tickets to their DC show over a month ago. But when it turned…
I’m so glad I didn’t skip tonight’s Matt Pond PA concert at the 9:30 Club. I’m a big fan of the band’s recent album, and I ordered tickets to their DC show over a month ago. But when it turned…
Feb
16
2006
white sunday
I declared my intentions to Rob a month in advance: “The next time it snows, we’re going to Arlington Cemetery.” On Sunday, after an overnight snowstorm, we made good on that promise. It was my first visit to Arlington Cemetery,…
I declared my intentions to Rob a month in advance: “The next time it snows, we’re going to Arlington Cemetery.” On Sunday, after an overnight snowstorm, we made good on that promise. It was my first visit to Arlington Cemetery,…
Feb
13
2006
shot a man
The “Cheney accidentally shot a man” story from this weekend seems like an Onion spoof come to life. (Actually, The Onion did report this story (sort of) back in 2004.) Speaking of Cheney, local radio station WTOP reported this morning…
The “Cheney accidentally shot a man” story from this weekend seems like an Onion spoof come to life. (Actually, The Onion did report this story (sort of) back in 2004.) Speaking of Cheney, local radio station WTOP reported this morning…
Feb
10
2006
people problems
There’s a price to living in a neighborhood that’s “up and coming,” as residents of Clarendon are figuring out. The Washington Post reported yesterday on a task force set up to address neighborhood residents’ complaints about rowdy bar patrons, late-night…
There’s a price to living in a neighborhood that’s “up and coming,” as residents of Clarendon are figuring out. The Washington Post reported yesterday on a task force set up to address neighborhood residents’ complaints about rowdy bar patrons, late-night…
Feb
7
2006
seen: only in dc
Walking back to work after lunch, I spotted a bright blue Scion sports car parked at a meter down the street from my office. It caught my eye because of its uniquely D.C. vanity plate: PUNDIT. Updated 3:39 p.m.: FishBowl…
Walking back to work after lunch, I spotted a bright blue Scion sports car parked at a meter down the street from my office. It caught my eye because of its uniquely D.C. vanity plate: PUNDIT. Updated 3:39 p.m.: FishBowl…
memorials
This weekend, Rob and I decided to do a little exploring, our game plan to check out two state parks near Frederick, Md., and then cap the day off with a late lunch at Mexicali Cantina. Our first stop…
This weekend, Rob and I decided to do a little exploring, our game plan to check out two state parks near Frederick, Md., and then cap the day off with a late lunch at Mexicali Cantina. Our first stop…
Feb
4
2006
multiplicity
Driving through Clarendon this afternoon, I noticed that the closed hardware store between the Lazy Sundae and Faccia Luna has a new sign in front of it, announcing that the space will soon be home to … yet another Irish…
Driving through Clarendon this afternoon, I noticed that the closed hardware store between the Lazy Sundae and Faccia Luna has a new sign in front of it, announcing that the space will soon be home to … yet another Irish…
Jan
31
2006
condo glut
Today’s Washington Post brings good news about the local housing market … good news for me, anyway: The Washington area housing market has softened but is still in relatively decent shape except for what appears to be a glut of…
Today’s Washington Post brings good news about the local housing market … good news for me, anyway: The Washington area housing market has softened but is still in relatively decent shape except for what appears to be a glut of…
Jan
26
2006
stalkeriffic
Google Maps has added higher-resolution images to its satellite view, offering two more closer-in levels of zoom. It’s so close, I can see the chairs next to the pool on top of my building. I’ve noticed a couple snafus, though,…
Google Maps has added higher-resolution images to its satellite view, offering two more closer-in levels of zoom. It’s so close, I can see the chairs next to the pool on top of my building. I’ve noticed a couple snafus, though,…
Jan
21
2006
seen: under the bridge
Rob and I drove over to Crystal City this afternoon to meet Shawn and Jason at Stars and Stripes to watch an IU basketball game. Unsure about street parking, we took the first parking space we could, on Crystal Drive….
Rob and I drove over to Crystal City this afternoon to meet Shawn and Jason at Stars and Stripes to watch an IU basketball game. Unsure about street parking, we took the first parking space we could, on Crystal Drive….
Jan
20
2006
cryfest
Sometimes I just ::heart:: DCist. This description of an event tonight at the Black Cat cracked me up: Dear organizers of tonight’s Cryfest — Cure vs. Smiths Dance Party on the Black Cat mainstage: Did we go to the same…
Sometimes I just ::heart:: DCist. This description of an event tonight at the Black Cat cracked me up: Dear organizers of tonight’s Cryfest — Cure vs. Smiths Dance Party on the Black Cat mainstage: Did we go to the same…
Jan
19
2006
evening activities
Getting the wedding invitations printed yesterday went surprisingly well, so, instead of spending my evening cutting up invites, I ventured over to the Olsson’s bookstore down the street for a reading/booksigning by humorist Dave Barry. I came in a few…
Getting the wedding invitations printed yesterday went surprisingly well, so, instead of spending my evening cutting up invites, I ventured over to the Olsson’s bookstore down the street for a reading/booksigning by humorist Dave Barry. I came in a few…
Jan
8
2006
slowdown
A new study indicates that the condo market is cooling off in the D.C. area. I can only hope that this can hold out until this summer, when I’ll need to decide either renew my lease or look for someplace to buy.
A new study indicates that the condo market is cooling off in the D.C. area. I can only hope that this can hold out until this summer, when I’ll need to decide either renew my lease or look for someplace to buy.
audiobook download
I discovered this afternoon that the Arlington County Public Library offers a number of downloadable audiobooks for library members. The majority of the titles available are older works, but the catalog includes a good number of books I keep meaning…
I discovered this afternoon that the Arlington County Public Library offers a number of downloadable audiobooks for library members. The majority of the titles available are older works, but the catalog includes a good number of books I keep meaning…
Jan
4
2006
radio kerfluffle
Z104 is no more. The station, which was number one in my car radio presets, went off the air at noon today, leaving DC 101, Mix 107.3 and 94.7-The Arrow as the only pop/rock stations in town that occasionally play…
Z104 is no more. The station, which was number one in my car radio presets, went off the air at noon today, leaving DC 101, Mix 107.3 and 94.7-The Arrow as the only pop/rock stations in town that occasionally play…