The experts behind the Going Out Guide post daily on news and trends in D.C.'s arts and entertainment scene, including upcoming events and restaurant and bar openings.
Going Out Gurus: June 29, 2008 - July 5, 2008
Burgers, Burgers and More Burgers
From Top Chef's to the top of the Hill. (Dayna Smith for The Washington Post) Non July 4th Related Question: Hi Gurus -- Do you know when Top Chef Spike's new restaurant is opening? New burger joints seem to be...
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Julia Beizer
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July 3, 2008; 5:11 PM ET |
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No Work or School on Friday!
An extended holiday weekend means more chances to go out and party. Thursday becomes jam-packed, since many offices are closed on Friday, and Friday night's agenda fills up because everyone wants to head out and do something after a day...
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Fritz Hahn
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July 2, 2008; 4:28 PM ET |
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The New Face of Fringe
"Dr. Serenity Hawkfire's Beyond Being Workshop," part of the Fringe Festival lineup, pokes fun at New Age workshops. (Photo courtesy of Suzanne Falter-Barns LLC) There is a silent war being waged between the mainstream and the offbeat around Mt. Vernon...
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Stephanie Merry
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July 2, 2008; 3:35 PM ET |
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Nightlife Agenda
Local indie-rockers Metropolitan may play their final show on Saturday night. (Veronika Lukasova) The long holiday weekend means more chances to go out and have fun, whether you're rocking to hip-hop DJs, indie bands, happy hours for a good cause,...
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Fritz Hahn
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July 2, 2008; 2:53 PM ET |
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July Mixtape
I've never once in my entire life ever engaged in any sort of hyperbole, but this mixtape might just be the best one yet. I devoted a quarter of it to some of the best acts at the Rock the...
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David Malitz
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July 1, 2008; 12:33 PM ET |
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Free and Easy Events
Every week, 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. Tuesday Bethesda Painting Awards at Fraser Gallery Today marks the beginning of the last...
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Anne
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July 1, 2008; 12:32 PM ET |
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