Things To Do

Spruce Up Your Space With Gadgets From HomeRule

October 21, 2015 by jefferson

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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Free in DC

October 16, 2015 by jefferson

Free and low cost things to do this weekend in DC!

FREE UPCOMING & ONGOING Unplugged Open Mic at Politics & Prose Coffeehouse. Tonight from 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm.

Link: http://freeindc.blogspot.com/2015/10/upcoming-ongoing-open-mic-tonight_16.html

Community Yoga Class at Kali Yoga in Columbia Heights every FRI from 6:45pm – 7:45pm and every SUN from 4:00pm – 5:00pm, by donation, RSVP online recommended.

Link: http://freeindc.blogspot.com/2015/10/upcoming-ongoing-yoga-tonight-weekly.html

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Family Movie Night at Kennedy Rec Center

October 14, 2015 by jefferson

Join in on the fun tonight!

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Mid Century Modern Furniture at Millennium Decorative Arts

September 23, 2015 by jefferson

Love the vintage style of the 40s, 50s, and 60s? Decorate your apartment with furnishings from Millennium Decorative Arts in Washington DC. Forget IKEA, and go for the real deal — invest in pieces with warm woods and sleek designs that will make your home office just as chic as the set of Mad Men. This D.C. used furniture shop specializes in mid-century modern pieces in excellent condition. Customers agree that the prices are very reasonable, and the service is always friendly.

Millennium Decorative Arts
1528 U Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 483-1218
www.millenniumdecorativearts.com
www.yelp.com/biz/millennium-decorative-arts-washington

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Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens

August 25, 2015 by jefferson

Just a short drive from the Maryland border, the Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens is a place of respite and learning in Washington, D.C.. And best of all, you can come into the park by land or sea! Take the Metro and get off at the Deanwood stop on the Orange Line. Or canoe down the Anacostia River Water Trail, but be prepared – your arrival and departure are determined by the tides. Then, take in the beauty! Come at 7 a.m. to see a fantastic sunrise. Yoga and tai chi aficionados use the tranquil atmosphere to go through their paces. Parents bring their kids to commune with nature. Take your time – this is a place of quiet contemplation. Enjoy the wildlife sightings and the fragrance wafting from the water gardens. Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens is open every day year round except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.

Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens
1550 Anacostia Avenue NE
Washington, DC 20019
(202) 426-6905

www.nps.gov/keaq/index.htm
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U.S. Capitol Visitor Center: Halls of Congress

July 21, 2015 by jefferson

Explore the storied halls of Congress and learn about the inner workings of the government at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center. This is a great destination for visitors to D.C., as well as residents looking for a refresher course in the history of government. Tour the Center and view the many amazing exhibits illustrating American history. Outdoor tours feature the majesty and beauty of the many botanical gardens, as well as informing visitors to the many changes the grounds have undergone since the inception of this historical place. The political process comes alive here under the guided tours and exhibits detailing the Capitol's history. Like many of D.C.'s top attractions, the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center is free.

U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
Washington, DC 20510
(202) 226-8000
www.visitthecapitol.gov
www.yelp.com/biz/u-s-capitol-visitor-center-washington-2

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Dumbarton House: See the Beauty of Old Georgetown

July 7, 2015 by jefferson

Georgetown is a community of beautiful homes, but none as stately as Dumbarton House. Built in the Federal style in 1799, Dumbarton House is so beloved for its architecture and history that when it was discovered that it would have to be destroyed to make room for a new bridge in 1915, the home was instead moved intact to its present location! The home was again rescued by the National Association of Colonial Dames, and had it restored to its current beauty. Come into Dumbarton House and go back in time to the early 1800s, when Washington was a new city and seat of a new nation. Furnishings of the period give the home that special touch, and the tours by volunteers will make this visit complete. And the price is reasonable – just $5 for adults, with discounts for AAA members and free admission for students and other members.

Dumbarton House
2715 Q Street NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-2288
www.dumbartonhouse.org
www.yelp.com/biz/dumbarton-house-washington

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National Geographic Museum: A Picture’s Worth a Thousand Words

June 23, 2015 by jefferson

If you are enthralled by images of nature, foreign landscapes, and exotic cultures, a visit to the National Geographic Museum is a must! Here, you can behold exhibits such as explorations of the Etruscans, reproductions of DaVinci inventions, a pictorial display of Machu Picchu, as well as fifty years of photographs of American presidents taken by the official White House photographers.

Similar to the much-loved magazine, the photography on site here is all breathtaking, inspiring, and educational. In addition, you can enjoy wonderful events that include live music, dance, film series, and lectures by Nobel Laureates. Visit the museum's website for dates and descriptions of all upcoming programs.

Admission is $8 for adults, $4 for kids, and the museum is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

National Geographic Museum
1145 17th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 223-5074

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Ford’s Theatre: Historic D.C. Theater

June 16, 2015 by jefferson

It’s not every day that you can watch a quality theatrical production inside of a national landmark. But Ford’s Theatre is just that – a place of entertainment and history. After being closed for a century after President Lincoln’s assassination, Ford’s re-opened and continues to thrive as a theater and historical center. The stage offers new and classic plays and musicals year-round, and it’s easy to buy tickets either at the box office, by phone or online. Or come to Ford’s for the tour of the theater museum, the Peterson House and the Center for Education and Leadership. It’s best to check the schedule, because the programming changes periodically. On a permanent basis, the Center houses artifacts and a 34-foot tower of books on Lincoln and his legacy.

Ford’s Theatre
511 10th Street NW
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 347-4833

www.fords.org
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Popular DC Coffee Shops

May 19, 2015 by jefferson

If you want to do some work while having your morning coffee, not just any coffee shop will do. Luckily, Washington, DC is full of cafes equipped with reliable Wi-Fi and a quiet, inspiring atmosphere to help you get down to business. Here are two of the most popular DC cafes:

Peregrine
Conveniently located in Capitol Hill near Eastern Market, Peregrine is just a quick walk from many shops, businesses, and residences. The talented baristas clearly value the quality of coffee, and they put great attention to detail in to every latte, espresso, and pour-over. Although the shop is small, it offers quite a few cozy tables ideal for cozying up with a hot coffee and your trusty laptop, and the Wi-Fi is fast and reliable to help you get the job done.
660 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington DC 20003; (202) 629-4381

Filter Coffeehouse and Espresso Bar
Filter Coffeehouse and Espresso Bar is located in DC’s Dupont Circle neighborhood inside of a unique corner building, and it only has a few small tables inside. However, its small size and quiet atmosphere prove it to be perfectly suited to working on homework or catching up with correspondences. Filter also offers a variety of thoughtful, high quality coffee roasts that any coffee lover will appreciate.
1726 20th St. NW, Washington, DC 20009; (202) 234-5837