There are a bunch of unusual national holidays that we celebrate in the U.S. such as National Best Friends Day and National Tequila Day, but there is even one to celebrate one of the sweetest red fruits in the summertime. Yes, August 3rd is National Watermelon Day, and the best way to celebrate this unusual holiday is to, of course, enjoy a big, sweet watermelon or to do some watermelon-inspired activities! -Take a picture at the Watermelon House: This house located in Logan Circle is painted like a juicy watermelon! The house was first intended to be painted a nice ...

Georgetown is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the District and a place filled with history, but it’s also one of the liveliest and most fashionable. Georgetown is a hip, fun place with beautiful cobble-stone sidewalks and an upscale and modern charm, which makes it an attraction to tourists, but it is also an attraction to fashionable Washingtonians. Its wide-ranging retail scene is covered in high-end designers such as Rag & Bone and mainstream stores such as H&M, but it also has some great boutiques. If you’re a Washingtonian who loves unique, rare finds, here are four great boutiques to ...

Summer is all about soaking up the sun at the pool, beach, an outdoor concert or at a day party with a couple of friends at a bar with an outdoor patio. But, it's also a great time to enjoy a good theatrical performance as well. If you’re a D.C. resident, you know how amazing D.C. theatre can be. There are plenty of performance theatres around D.C. and their 2016-2017 seasons are quickly approaching, from the Studio Theatre to the Woolly Mammoth. If you love theatre and are hungry for some great performances before the full seasons come to D.C. in September, ...

Restaurant Week is quickly approaching, so get ready Washingtonians! Every summer, D.C. hosts its Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week, which runs this year from August 15th to the 21st this year. Over 250 restaurants across the D.C. area will offer three-course meals for lunch priced at $22 per person and dinner is $35 per person for the week. This year, it’s all about lamb as Restaurant Week is promoting a chance to win a Summer Lamb Pack, which includes loin chops, racks and more. Here are just a few restaurants serving some amazing lamb dishes for Restaurant Week: Fogo de Chão ...

Pokemon Go is the new virtual reality mobile app game sweeping the nation. From California to New York, Millennials are fulfilling their childhood dreams and becoming Pokemon trainers by playing Pokemon Go, the newest game created by Nintendo and the Pokemon Company. Pokemon Go uses your phone’s GPS system to place Pokemon on the map wherever you roam. You swipe to throw pokeballs to catch Pokemon and can visit local areas such as museums, supermarkets and even churches, labeled by the game as Pokestops to receive special items. Players even train and fight Pokemon at gyms, which can be anything from a ...

Nothing says summertime like finding fun ways to enjoy the outdoors, and one of the best options in the city is to spend an evening under the stars unwinding with a great award-winning movie. Living in D.C., we have a lot of options to see outdoor films at various locations across the metro area. Screenings often take place in parks, soccer fields, at the riverfront, local amphitheaters, or just about any green space. This summer, you are guaranteed to find the perfect lineup no matter what kind of flick is your fave. If a summer blockbuster is what you crave, this summer’s ...

If you want to get out of the city this summer for a day trip, heading to Northern Virginia wineries is a fun option. Written up as having the most fantastic views of the region, great wine, and lively events, Bluemont Vineyard is a great choice to explore this summer. Just a little over an hour drive from the city, this small Virginia winery is located 951 feet above sea level, has stunning panoramic views,  and offers uniquely-crafted wines. Bluemont Vineyards is the perfect place to spend a summer afternoon or evening with good friends, savoring a great bottle of artisnally-made wine while enjoying the ...

Shaw is easily one of D.C.'s most outgoing neighborhoods with its youthful residents, bustling local businesses and the lively 14th Street just nearby. Some of D.C.‘s best chefs have been opening restaurants all throughout the city, and Shaw has had plenty new openings earlier in the year. This summer, there even more exciting additions to the Shaw restaurant scene: Anxo Cidery & Pintxos Bar D.C.‘s first cidery, Anxo Cidery & Pintxos Bar, opened in Shaw on July 13 and has D.C. residents from all over raving. It is also the city’s first licensed winery. The restaurant holds a 660-gallon barrel on the bar’s ...

Nothing beats having a nice cold beer, chatting with friends at home for a summer barbecue. But wait, if no one is throwing a barbecue, how will you be able to enjoy that same feeling of drinking a cold one on a beautiful patio? Two words: beer gardens! Beer gardens are always a hit in D.C., especially in the warmer months. Enjoy a cold brew and delectable dining on the outdoor patio seating at these amazing local bars and restaurants: Garden District Located in Logan Circle, this restaurant/bar is a pretty popular spot in D.C. Their menu list contains several handheld foods ...