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Oct 06, 2023

For The First Time In 14 Years, The Zoo Will Charge For Its Annual Holiday ZooLights Event

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo announced Friday its annual holiday light extravaganza will now cost $6 a person to enter.

Dec 05, 2022

14 Ways To Give Back This Holiday Season Around D.C.

You can bring holiday meals, winter clothes, and gifts to families across the region.

Dec 31, 2020

No Late-Night Metro Service, Ride Hail Promotions This New Year’s

A recent regional surge in COVID-19 cases has seen many jurisdictions encouraging locals to stay home.

Dec 24, 2020

9 Virtual and IRL Things To Do In D.C. This Weekend

This holiday weekend, celebrate Kwanzaa, listen to a twin bill of Christmas radio plays, and shop vintage.

Dec 22, 2020

12 Ways To (Safely) Ring In 2021 With Food, Drink, And Music

2020 is, finally, almost over. Here’s how to celebrate.

Dec 10, 2020

Local Synagogues And Churches Search For New Holiday Rituals In A Worsening Pandemic

From outdoor services to online cooking lessons, D.C.’s religious communities are trying to connect to the traditions and meaning of the holiday season while adhering to public health guidelines.

Jun 17, 2020

Local Businesses Are Making Juneteenth A Paid Day Off, And Maryland Officials Hope To Follow Suit

Government officials and company executives would like to see the day become a national holiday like July 4th.

Jun 17, 2020

‘A Walk Down Freedom’s Road’: Juneteenth’s History In The Washington Region

This year’s Juneteenth will stand out for its connection to political actions and demonstrations.

Apr 12, 2020

Washingtonians Look For Spiritual Connections On A Very Different Easter Sunday

The region was eerily quiet on Easter Sunday.

Dec 18, 2018

Here’s Where To Eat Out On Christmas Eve Or Christmas Day

A number of D.C. destinations are welcoming diners who want to enjoy carved meats, charcuterie, and champagne in good company.

 
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