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Dec 22, 2023

Overheard in D.C.: Teleportation

“I had half a dozen martinis … and then I was teleporting across the city.”

Nov 29, 2023

Georgetown’s ‘Graffiti Cliffs’ Are Now Fenced Off. Many Locals Aren’t Happy About It

The National Park Service put up the non-scalable fence due to safety concerns.

Jun 26, 2023

2 Weeks, Dozens Of New Shows: What To Expect At This Year’s Capital Fringe Festival

From a solo show about a mermaid’s love life to an interactive murder mystery, Capital Fringe is back and more eccentric than ever.

May 02, 2023

Capital Fringe Festival Returns To Georgetown This Year With More Than 40 (!) Shows

The 12-day program will run from July 12-23.

Apr 06, 2023

Federal Board Says Georgetown Transformers Sculptures Must Be Removed

A pair of Transformers sculptures placed outside a Georgetown rowhouse have fascinated visitors and infuriated some neighbors for more than two years, but their days may now be counted.

Nov 18, 2022

Stephen Starr, Nancy Silverton To Open Italian Restaurant In Georgetown’s Old Dean & DeLuca Spot

Stephen Starr, behind D.C.’s Le Diplomate, is partnering with Los Angeles chef Nancy Silverton to open an Italian market and osteria in Georgetown.

Jul 29, 2022

Dispatches From The Opening Of Georgetown’s New Airplane-Themed Glossier Store

Despite a mid-morning Friday opening, the Glossier fans came out in droves.

Dec 02, 2021

First Look: Georgetown Sweets Shop Petite Soeur Crafts Hand-Painted Bonbons And Gold-Accented Chocolate Bars

Though Ashleigh Pearson’s treats are plenty eye-catching, she insists: “Flavor is always first.”

Sep 07, 2021

It Looks Like Metro Is Seriously Considering A Georgetown Metro Station

A new Metro tunnel to Georgetown could relieve congestion on the Blue, Orange, and Silver lines — but would cost billions and take decades to finish.

Jul 08, 2021

A ‘Fashion Funhouse’ Is Opening In Georgetown, And It’s An Instagrammer’s Dream

“Inside the Wardrobe” is “a big explosion of color and texture and fun.”

 
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