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Things I'm Talking About
- It's finally above freezing, hallelujah!
- DC started issuing fines for sidewalks not being clear last Thursday. So, a warning.
- Crystal City metro station is getting another entrance. During construction, the station will be closed for 10 select weekends through June.
- If you want to play a real life, single day Survivor game in DC, applications are open until 2/23.
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Last week, I asked: Do you want more snow this winter? You responded:
- No (70%)
- Yes, bring it on (30%)
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Tried & True features your favorite go-to restaurants that have been around for a while and serve you consistently good food.
This Week's Feature: Siam House
"Siam House, itβs my favorite restaurant ever. The best Thai food in all of DC, and family owned! I have to travel a good bit by metro too to eat there." Blue
Locations: 3520 Connecticut Ave NW
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- ποΈ Get competitive with your friends at this Pre-Valentines Heated Rivalry Cookie Decorating Party where you'll decorate cookies while watching some favorite "stupid Canadian lovebirds" on screen. Hang out, get creative, and maybe talk some friendly trash about your decorating skills. Thursday 2/12. Free.
- πΎ Dance to your favorite queer pop anthems and nostalgic alt hits at this Cottagecore-themed dance party in Baltimore celebrating TV obsessions and heated rivalries. It's 18+ and guaranteed to get sweaty, so dress accordingly! Thursday 2/12. $21.
- π Author and DJ Adrian Loving is breaking down disco history with multimedia presentations, book signings, and a pop-up display of disco records and ephemera. You'll get the real story behind disco as both music and social movement, plus insights into how these cultural histories get preserved. Thursday 2/12. Free.
- πΌοΈ Glenstone is opening a major exhibition celebrating 250 years of American independence with iconic works by Jackson Pollock, Andy Warhol, Kerry James Marshall, and other legendary artists. See how American art has evolved and influenced generations of creators in this exhibit. Thursday 2/12. Free.
- πΊ Experience a unique concert with Love Songs of the 15th Century featuring rare 15th-century music sung from a womanβs perspective, perfect for a Valentineβs weekend outing. 2/13-2/15. $20-$50.
- π§βπ€βπ§ Skip the stress and say "I do" at these popup weddings that include everything from officiant to photographer to cake and cocktails. You get the whole package for way less than a traditional wedding. Friday 2/13. $750.
- πΌοΈ Celebrate Valentine's Day with African art, live music, and hands-on artmaking at this after-hours museum party featuring performances by Chopteeth and creative workshops. You can explore the galleries, grab drinks, and make something beautiful to take home. Friday 2/13. Free.
- πΎ Bundle up for this winter-themed drag king party with sultry DJ sets and a midnight drag show featuring Brooke N. Hymen, Baphomette, and Lionel Bitchie. Think cozy cottage meets high-energy dance floor with pop, house, and disco beats. Friday 2/13. $10.
- π§βπ€βπ§ Skip the awkward small talk and try this elevated singles dinner at Dirty Habit DC where you'll enjoy a multi-course meal while switching seats between courses to meet new people. It's like speed dating but with actually good food and real conversations. Friday 2/13. $87.
- πΊ Kylie Sonique Love stars in this wild burlesque take on Mamma Mia with ABBA hits, show-stopping dance numbers, and a chance to win free plane tickets when you scan your ticket at the door. It's International Condom Day meets fabulous chaos at Lisner Auditorium. Friday 2/13-2/14. Free.
- ποΈ Scoop & Paint combines boozy ice cream tasting with painting where you'll sample 16 spiked flavors, create your own ice cream cocktail, and paint a sundae mural to take home. Treat this as date night or just treating yourself to something totally different. Thursday 2/13-2/16. $92.
- π DC Mixed Asians is throwing their third annual Lunar New Year potluck and everyone's invited to bring dumplings, spring rolls, and whatever delicious dish makes you happy. It's also doubling as a Valentine's celebration, so expect good food, boba at the bar, and red envelopes floating around. Friday 2/13. Price not stated.
- π€Έ Cathedral Yoga lets you stretch and breathe under gorgeous stained glass windows and soaring ceilings. All skill levels welcome, just bring your mat and show up 15 minutes early. Friday 2/13. $27.
- πΊ K-pop superstars TWICE are bringing their massive "This Is For World Tour" to Capital One Arena with a special 360-degree stage setup that puts you right in the action no matter where you sit. They're doing two nights, so you've got options to catch one of the biggest acts in pop right now. Friday 2/13-2/14. $99+.
- π Walk through Georgetown's Herring Hill with a park ranger to learn about the historically African American neighborhood that once thrived here. You'll cover nearly two miles of neighborhood streets hearing stories about the people who called this area home. Saturday 2/14. Free.
- π Walk through Battleground National Cemetery with a park ranger to decode the symbols and stories carved into Civil War monuments. You'll discover how these quiet stones connect Washington's past to today's conversations about memory and sacrifice. Saturday 2/14. Free.
- πΊ Skip the mushy Valentine's stuff and check out Sex Monster, a "rabidly feminine" cabaret about the romantic lives of monsters that's way more Galentine's than traditional romance. Think original songs, sexual liberation, and what they lovingly call "Lilith Fair for perverts." Saturday 2/14. $20.
- π€Έ Over 1,000 youth volleyball teams are taking over the Convention Center for the 20th Annual Capitol Hill Volleyball Classic. It's basically the biggest volleyball party in the nation's capital, and you can cheer on some seriously talented young athletes. Saturday 2/14-2/16. Price not stated.
- πΊ Spanish house music duo Chus & Ceballos are bringing their legendary Iberican Sound to BETTE for their first reunion show in five years. Saturday 2/14. $36.
- πΊ Award-winning drag queen Tara Hoot takes over Valentine's Day with songs, stories, puppetry, and cheeky satire that'll make you laugh, blush, and maybe even cry. Perfect for anyone single, coupled, or somewhere in between who wants bold entertainment on the holiday of love. Saturday 2/14. $23.
- πΎ Ready to meet your new best friend? Head to this cat adoption show where adorable cats and kittens are looking for their forever homes. Saturday 2/14. Free.
- π§βπ€βπ§ Get ready to spill the tea about your favorite LGBTQ+ romance at this Valentine's Day book club with snacks, drinks, and plenty of ginger ale to keep the conversation flowing. Perfect for book lovers who like their discussions as heated as their romance novels. Saturday 2/14. Free.
- π Sip historic teas and learn how this everyday drink sparked colonial rebellion at Georgetown's Old Stone House. Drop by anytime between 1:30 and 3:30 pm to taste different teas and hear stories about how tea went from kitchen staple to revolutionary symbol. Saturday 2/14. Free.
- π Hunt for hidden passages and secret doors throughout a 100-room mansion on Valentine's Day while sipping champagne and maybe finding some treasures to buy. You'll get to explore at least 60 rooms in this legendary labyrinth where everything except the people is for sale. Saturday 2/14. $50.
- πΊ Katt Williams is bringing his Golden Age Tour to Capital One Arena for a night of his signature rapid-fire comedy and fearless storytelling. Expect fresh material mixed with the smart social commentary that makes him one of comedy's most dynamic performers. Sunday 2/15. $88+.*
- π² Bring a dozen homemade cookies and trade them for a whole box of different treats at Cookie Fest DMV at Royal Sands Social Club. You'll also get chocolate tastings, love readings, flash tattoos, and a photo booth to sweeten the deal. Sunday 2/15. $15+.
- π Dauphine's is throwing their 5th annual Mardi Gras party with open bar, New Orleans classics like gumbo and jambalaya, live brass band, and a "Birds of a Feather" dress theme. Come in your brightest purple, green, and gold or rock some feathers for this 21+ celebration. Sunday 2/15. $141.
- πΌοΈ Picture this: 600+ original artworks up for grabs in a fun lottery-style fundraiser where you're guaranteed to take home a piece valued anywhere from $250 to thousands of dollars. You get two weeks to scope out all the art beforehand, then show up (or tune in virtually) for the big drawing night. Sunday 2/15. $258.
- ποΈ Take a presidential history hike through Rock Creek Park and discover how America's "backyard" connects to our commanders-in-chief on this 2.75-mile walk with a park ranger. Celebrate Presidents' Day while getting some fresh air and learning cool stories you probably never heard before. Sunday 2/15. Free.
- π€ Your Friendly Neighborhood Competition at Dock5 puts you on a team to battle it out in sudoku, word searches, kerplunk, and other fun games. Sunday 2/15. $18.
- π Get your beads ready for Mardi Gras at The Wharf with stilt walkers, jugglers, floats, live music, and a fireworks finale over the water. The parade kicks off at 3:30pm, then you can dance until the big fireworks show around 6:30pm. Sunday 2/15. Free.
- πΊ Get ready for some serious Go-Go energy when Chuck Brown Band takes the stage at The Hamilton Live, led by the Godfather of Go-Go's own son Wiley Brown. Push Play featuring Donnell Floyd opens with their smooth R&B classics that'll take you back. Sunday 2/15. $37-$48.
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