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Going Out Gurus: November 25, 2007 - December 1, 2007
December Mixtape
Live music pickings are pretty slim in December as many bands stay off the road and take it easy for the holidays. No big deal. That just makes for a convenient time to feature some worthy local acts. There should...
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David Malitz
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November 30, 2007; 6:16 PM ET |
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Q&A: The Residents of 'Avenue Q'
Not since I was 6 years old have I been so excited to see puppets dance and sing. When I was little, I liked to hear them sing about being nice. Now, it's all about the Internet, racism and economizing...
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Erin
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November 30, 2007; 3:44 PM ET |
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Theater
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Living in the Past
Some people talk about nostalgia as if it's a bad thing. The promoters behind Heaven and Hell's '80s night -- now in its 14th year! -- can tell you that's not the case. Call it a quirk of fate, but...
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Fritz Hahn
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November 29, 2007; 5:56 PM ET |
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David's Wish List: Best Seat In the House
I'm never good at making gift wish lists come holiday time. This year the only thing I can really think to ask for is a new belt. Maybe some Starbucks cards. But if we're talking about the ultimate gift, there...
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David Malitz
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November 29, 2007; 3:41 PM ET |
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Critters Glitter at the Zoo
Last night marked the opening of ZooLights, the National Zoo's first annual display of sculptures made out of holiday lights. The glittering walk-through display is smaller than some of its drive-through counterparts around town -- think Watkins Mill, Seneca Creek...
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Julia Beizer
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November 29, 2007; 10:06 AM ET |
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Nightlife Agenda Pick of the Week
If we could look back over all the questions that we've gotten since Got Plans? began, we'd have to say that "Where can I ride a mechanical bull?" would be near the top of the list. Blame regulations, licensing or...
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Fritz Hahn
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November 29, 2007; 9:00 AM ET |
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Bars and Clubs
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News to Digest
Though you may still be recovering from the gluttony of Thanksgiving, December is nearly upon us, which means that it's time to celebrate an Italian feast at a few restaurants and experience Italy at a new spot in Rosslyn. It's...
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Erin
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November 28, 2007; 11:29 AM ET |
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Jen's Wish List: Starry Nights
Thus far, my fellow Gurus have crafted wish lists that are grounded in some semblance of reality. An expensive reality, but reality nonetheless. Me? I'm hoping for things that are never, ever going to happen. That way, when Santa doesn't...
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Jen Chaney
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November 28, 2007; 10:10 AM ET |
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Janet's Wish List: Evenings In or Out
Sleep snob that I am, I'm dreaming of spending my nights on 100 percent Egyptian 500-thread count crisp cotton sheets (spare me anything on sateen, puhleeze) from the likes of luxe linen manufacturer Matouk. A set (meaning duvet cover, shams...
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Janet Bennett
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November 27, 2007; 5:43 PM ET |
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Destination Restaurants -- for Cocktails
Washington has seen an explosion of lounges, Belgian beer bars and classic dives this year, but over the last few months, my thoughts have turned toward four new restaurants. Hudson, Restaurant K by Allison Swope, The Source and Westend Bistro...
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Fritz Hahn
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November 27, 2007; 4:31 PM ET |
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Fritz's Wish List: Drinks With Friends
While I could use a new flat-screen TV, home wet bar or made-to-measure suit for Christmas, the holiday season is really about spending time with the people who mean the most to me. That's why, if I had unlimited funds,...
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Fritz Hahn
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November 26, 2007; 5:33 PM ET |
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Free and Easy
Every Monday, the Going Out Gurus suggest ways to enjoy Washington's cultural scene without spending any money. Have an idea for us? Send it to events@washingtonpost.com. Monday "Blue Wild Angel - Jimi Hendrix at the Isle of Wight" at the...
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Anne
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November 26, 2007; 2:59 PM ET |
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