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Fort Dupont Ice Arena: Hit the Ice

November 24, 2015 by

The Fort Dupont Ice Arena is the only indoor ice skating rink in the city of Washington, and a place for cool fun, all the time. Operated by an all volunteer organization and located on the grounds of the Kimball Playground, the Fort Dupont Ice Rink is the perfect place for kids and families.

Sure there’s free skating, but there are also great structured activities for kids during non-school hours like Kids on Ice, a program that provides free lessons and provides equipment.

Visit the Ice Arena's website to find out more!

Fort Dupont Ice Arena:
3779 Ely Place SE
Washington, DC 20019
(202) 584-5007

www.fdia.org
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Capitol Hill Books: Browsing for Bibliophiles

November 17, 2015 by

Capitol Hill Books, a Washington D.C. institution, has a huge selection of used volumes and specializes in first edition and rare books. The store is composed of two labyrinth-like, floors that are packed with books. Even the closets and bathrooms have shelves filled with titles!

Capitol Hill Books is best utilized for browsing, specific title seekers could easily get overwhelmed by the miles of books. If you're looking for something specific, it's probably better to call ahead of time and give the staff plenty of time to locate your item.

Capitol Hill Books
657 C Street SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 544-1621
www.capitolhillbooks-dc.com
www.yelp.com/biz/capitol-hill-books-washington

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Happy Veterans day!

November 11, 2015 by

Today is a day to honor the men and women who have bravely fought and continue to fight for our country. Thank you for your service!

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Fast and Easy Dinner Recipes Everyone Can Master

November 10, 2015 by

So you’re not exactly a whiz in the kitchen? Not to worry! You can still create healthy, delicious dinners in no time flat by following these simple recipes.

Slow-Cooker Vegetarian Chili With Sweet Potatoes [realsimple.com]
Whether you’re a vegetarian or not, everyone will love this simple and spicy chili containing one of the season’s most popular ingredients: sweet potatoes. Simply combine all of the essential ingredients and let them simmer for seven to eight hours in the slow cooker. By the time you get home from work, you’ll have a hot, tasty dinner waiting for you.

Potsie's Creamed Chicken and Biscuits Casserole [food.com]
There’s nothing more comforting than a plate of good old-fashioned Southern chicken and biscuits, and this casserole version is an easy way to make the homemade favorite. Simply combine refrigerated biscuits with chicken breasts, canned soup, and some common kitchen essentials to create a warm dinner that the whole family will love.

Skillet Chicken and Spring Vegetables [countryliving.com]
If you’re looking for a lighter, more nutritious dinner option, this one-skillet dish is the perfect choice. While the veggies are in season in the springtime, you can make this dish all year round.

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New Facebook Sweepstakes! Enter to Win an iPad Mini!

November 9, 2015 by

To enter the Sweepstakes, visit our Facebook Page and then look for the Sweepstakes tab (image shown below) located on our Facebook Page to enter. Sweepstakes ends December 31st, 2015. We suggest you like our page to keep informed about future sweepstakes and community happenings.

For mobile users, click here to enter.

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An Impressive Collection of Used Books at Second Story Books & Antiques

November 4, 2015 by

Second Story Books & Antiques is Washington D.C.’s go to spot for items such as decorative leather bound books, the first edition of your favorite novel as well as collectable prints and maps. Together with its warehouse and sister store in Rockville, MD, they have over a million books for sale. Although their fiction section is small, they have a large non-fiction section with an impressive variety of art and coffee table books.

Unlike other area used book stores, their space is well-maintained and their inventory is carefully catalogued. You can search online or at the store for something specific, or just spend a few hours browsing their collection. Second Story Books & Antiques has a reputation for great sidewalk book sales, so don’t pass them by.

Second Story Books & Antiques also offers appraisal services on antique books.

Second Story Books & Antiques
2000 P Street NW
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 659-8884
www.secondstorybooks.com
www.yelp.com/biz/second-story-books-and-antiques-washington

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Election Day

November 3, 2015 by

Today is Election Day. Be sure to get out and vote!

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Daughters of the American Revolution Museum: D.C. History

October 27, 2015 by

See American history through a new lens at Washington's Daughters of the American Revolution Museum. The museum features a wealth of information, with exhibits ranging from rare manuscripts and historic currencies to period fashions and military regalia. Exhibits of the personal effects of individuals who lived through some of the most turbulent eras of American history allow visitors a more intimate connection to the past.

The Daughters of the American Revolution Museum hosts frequent events such as public lectures, concerts, operas, and more. Be sure to get in on the action and make a trip to this fascinating piece of American history.

Daughters of the American Revolution Museum
1776 D Street NW
Washington, DC 20006
(202) 628-1776
www.dar.org/museum
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Calling All Foodies

October 23, 2015 by

This weekend, join The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History as they bring together culinary leaders, researchers, practitioners, and scholars to inspire Museum visitors to understand the history of food in America and the role they play, individually and collectively, in shaping the future of food. Through culinary demonstrations, hands-on learning opportunities, tastings, talks, experiences with incomparable collections, and much more, Museum visitors and food-enthusiasts will learn about the past by tasting it at the Smithsonian every year.

This October, we will examine the rich history of innovations in American food. What did “innovation” mean historically in terms of food production and preparation? And what does it mean in today’s food world? We will explore these questions and more over three days of activities and events.
Learn more, buy tickets, and save your seat here.

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Spruce Up Your Space With Gadgets From HomeRule

October 21, 2015 by

Spruce up your space with gadgets from HomeRule, honored with the Best Home Goods Store in the 2013 Washington City Paper’s Best of D.C. Readers’ Poll. They have everything from innovative items that are functional and useful, to the kind of items you know you don’t need, but love to have after you buy them.

Look for fun and functionality with everything from onion goggles to colorful, fun-shaped cleaning tools. HomeRule is a small store, so they are very selective about the products they carry, and all of them are high-quality and a great value.

Customers love the great smelling soaps and candles. Regular shoppers recommend browsing for a gift rather than setting out to shop with something in mind. You just never know what must-have item you might find here!

HomeRule
1807 14th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 797-5544
www.homerule.com
www.yelp.com/biz/home-rule-washington

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