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OUTDOOR HOTSPOTS REFRESHING COCKTAILS HIP BARTENDERS STYLISH DINING
DC’S ARTS SCENE JUNE JAMS
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Table of Contents June 2016: Vol 18 No 8
who is on tap
READY FOR SUMMER
SUMMER IN THE CITY
Drink. Dine. Do. 06.16
TOP MODEL USA COMPETITOR ELAINA ADRIANNA
OUTDOOR HOTSPOTS REFRESHING COCKTAILS HIP BARTENDERS STYLISH DINING
DC’S ARTS SCENE JUNE JAMS
JOHN MAYER WITH DEAD & COMPANY MAYER HAWTHORNE DC JAZZFEST AT THE YARDS
DINE-N-DASH
FROM ART SALONS TO JAZZ TOURS
SUMMER OF SOCCER D.C. UNITED’S BILL HAMID INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENTS
WITH JOSÉ ANDRÉS 2
After a month of dreary weather and nonstop rain, we’re ready for summer. Our June issue highlights our favorite ways to celebrate the summer months, from dining and sipping cocktails on patios and rooftops to hip art events and outdoor shows around the DMV. Check out our top picks for outdoor hotspots, and what to wear and what cocktails to enjoy while you’re soaking up the sun. Read about Dine-N-Dash with Chef José Andrés, international soccer tournaments and where to catch the games, and our homebrewing tips for beer drinkers. Plus, interviews with D.C. United’s Bill Hamid, cover model and Top Model USA competitor Elaina Adrianna, Mayer Hawthorne, John Mayer and Dead & Company and more.
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Cover model: Top Model USA competitor Elaina Adrianna Clothing & accessories: Hysteria in Old Town Alexandria Venue: Masseria in Northeast DC
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In this Issue n Stage & Screen Stage & Streen Events.. .......................... 4 Creating the Cover................................. 6 La Cage Aux Folles. . ................................ 8
n June Roundup
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DC’s Summer Arts Scene
Top Model USA Competitor
Best Arts Events in the City
Elaina Adrianna..................................... 10 Summer Style.. ....................................... 12 DC’s Summer Arts Scene..................... 14 Did You Know?. . ..................................... 16 Drink, Dine, Do...................................... 17
n Sports Summer of Soccer.. ............................... 30 DC United’s Bill Hamid. . ....................... 32 Redskin’s Flag Football Game............ 34
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D.C. United’s Bill Hamid
Dine-N-Dash with Chef José Andrés
A Hometown Hero’s Return
Hottest Ticket in Town
Dine-N-Dash.. ......................................... 36 New, Notable, No Longer.................... 40
n Drinks Behind the Bar....................................... 42 Bierdo...................................................... 44 Homebrewing 101................................ 46 Summer on the Patio........................... 50
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Summer Drinks on the Patio
Mayer Hawthorne
Local Outdoor Hotspots
Keeping It Funky and Fresh
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Grrls Rule at DC JazzFest..................... 52 Mayer Hawthorne................................. 54 John Mayer w/ Dead & Company . . ... 56 DJ Provoke.. ............................................ 58 Music Picks............................................. 60
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THURSDAYS, JUNE 2-30 Movies on the Potomac: Date Night Movies Spend some romantic nights under the stars every Thursday at Movies on the Potomac’s Date Night Movies series. Scheduled films include Crazy Stupid Love (June 2), Interstellar (June 9), Hitch (June 16), Dirty Dancing (June 23) and the winner of an online movie poll (June 30). Movies start at 7 p.m. and are free. National Harbor: 165 Waterfront St. National Harbor, MD; www.nationalharbor.com
THURSDAY, JUNE 2 - SUNDAY, JUNE 26 Floyd Collins This musical by Tina Landau, with music and lyrics by Adam Guettel, tells the story of Floyd Collins (played by Evan Casey), “a true American dreamer.” The year is 1925, the setting Kentucky, and Collins turns a cave into a tourist attraction – only to become the attraction himself when he becomes trapped 200 feet underground. Tickets range from $15-$35. 1st Stage: 1524 Spring Hill Rd. Tysons, VA; www.1ststagetysons.org
The Miser Faction of Fools Theatre Company stages one of Molière’s most popular comedies, The Miser, under the direction of Toby Mulford. Five actors play a cast of clever characters in this endearing tale of “one man’s love for his Photo: C. Stanley Photography cash box.” Tickets range from $12-$25. Gallaudet University’s Eastman Studio Theatre: 800 Florida Ave. NE, DC; www.factionoffools.org
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Over 1,500 people came to watch the Fifth Annual Chihuahua Races on the Southwest Waterfront at The Wharf. Guests enjoyed Corona, local food trucks and live music. PHOTOS: ALANNA SHEPPARD
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Buster Keaton’s The Cameraman The comedy genius of Buster Keaton is on full display in the classic 1928 film, The Cameraman, playing at the McLean Community Center’s Alden Theatre. The original 16mm print used to restore the film will also be available to view. Tickets range from $8-$12, and the movie begins at 7:30 p.m. The Alden: 1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA; www.mcleancenter.org/alden-theatre
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8 - SUNDAY, JULY 3 Source Festival CulturalDC celebrates the Source Festival’s 10th anniversary with 24 new theatrical works staged over three weeks. This year features 18 10-minute plays, three full-length plays and three artistic blind dates, in which artists from different disciplines come together to create new work. Tickets are $10-$32. Source: 1835 14th St. NW, DC; www.sourcefestival.org
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15 - SUNDAY, JUNE 19 Chris D’Elia Fans of NBC’s Undateable can see one of its stars live on the comedy stage when Chris D’Elia performs standup at DC Improv. Last year, the comic’s Incorrigible Netflix special was a huge hit, and D’Elia has also delivered some key jabs at several Comedy Central Roasts – the most notable at Justin Bieber’s expense. Tickets are $35. DC Improv: 1140 Connecticut Ave. NW, DC; www.dcimprov.com
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FRIDAY, JUNE 17 Erin Jackson A regularly featured guest on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, comedienne Erin Jackson is heading to the Tally Ho stage for a night of great comedy. She’s performed on Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham and was also semifinalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing. Show starts at 8:30 p.m. Tickets range from $10-$15. Tally Ho Theate: 19 West Market St. Leesburg, VA; www.tallyholeesburg.com
THURSDAY, JUNE 23 The District of Comedy Roast of James Carville As part of the Kennedy Center’s District of Comedy Festival, roastmaster Lewis Black leads an all-star cast of broadcasters, politicians and entertainers to roast James “Ragin’ Cajun” Carville. Among those appearing will be Paul Begala, Tucker Carlson, Mary Matalin, Jim Norton, Jeff Ross, Luke Russert, Rev. Al Sharpton and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog. The show starts at 8 p.m., and tickets range from $59-$250. Kennedy Center: 2700 F St. NW, DC; www.kennedy-center.org
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On Tap’s creative team loved working on our June cover shoot with photographers Nick and Erin Donner (www.donnerphotos.com). The Donners shot cover model Elaina Adrianna, a Top Model USA competitor and local actress, in stylish summer outfits from Old Town boutique Hysteria. The location for our shoot? Chef Nick Stefanelli’s Italian hotspot Masseria, conveniently located right by Union Market (we grabbed insanely good grilled cheese sandwiches from Righteous Cheese after the shoot). Masseria’s outdoor space includes a swanky lounge and bar, and stunning dining area under a pergola with a funky, colorful tiled floor. Learn more about Masseria in “Summer Drinks on the Patio” on page 50, Hysteria in “Summer Nights: Style Tips from DC’s Hottest Boutiques” on page 12 and Elaina Adrianna in our Q&A with the rising star on page 10.
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By Monica Alford Fans of the Robin Williams and Nathan Lane film The Birdcage already know this, but La Cage Aux Folles is among the funniest stories in 21st-century theater. From France with the 1973 play and 1978 film to the U.S. with the 1983 Broadway musical and 1996 comedic masterpiece The Birdcage, La Cage has undergone many transformations. And now, the hilarious play about a gay couple whose son asks them to tone it down for dinner with his fiancée’s hyper-conservative parents comes to Signature Theatre through July 10, offering a fresh take on the classic comedy. Director Matthew Gardiner has always been fascinated by the Tony Award-winning musical, and is taking his own approach with Signature’s production that he hopes will encompass the best parts of each chapter in La Cage’s 40-year history. He prefers the most recent Broadway revival for turning the play’s setting in a St. Tropez nightclub – with drag shows galore – into a small, intimate setting that’s a natural fit for Signature’s space. The
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revival, much like The Birdcage, taps more into the heart of the story whereas the original production and film portray a more stereotypical view of gay men, according to the director.
However, he definitely plans to emulate the element of glamor in the original Broadway production à la Danny La Rue and other famous female impersonators, especially through the chorus line – “Les Cagelles.” “I think there are ways that we’re using the Cagelles throughout the play that allow them
to be seen as more three-dimensional gay men than just funny drag queens that romp around onstage,” he says. But arguably the director’s biggest focus is to highlight the relationship between nightclub manager Georges and his partner Albin (also the nightclub’s star) and their son Jean-Michel. He notes a scene in The Birdcage when Nathan Lane (who plays the equivalent of Albin’s character) goes into his son’s room (who is in town for the impending dinner with his fiancée’s parents) and begins picking up his clothes while still in full costume from his last show. And in that moment, Gardiner says it’s clear that this is a family. To the director, it’s the musical that enhances the familial ties that bind the three characters. He says a musical brings heart and love to a story, and “automatically makes the story more emotional and goes beyond its silliness.” The musical creates an emotional pull, allowing the audience to truly see the heart of the play. “[La Cage] is a story about loving your family for who they are and not trying to make them something that they’re not,” he says. “Life is lived in and people are lived in, and anytime I see characters onstage that feel like cartoons [or] clowns – I don’t want that. That’s always my goal in any musical – to make it feel as human and relatable as possible.” Signature’s cast is entirely based in DC, with the exception of Broadway favorite Brent Barrett (who plays Georges and is perhaps best known for his role as Billy Flynn in Chicago). Gardiner says this will be local actor Bobby Smith’s first time in a lead role at Signature (as Albin), which the company is very excited about. The theater is offering backstage tours led by a La Cage actor at 5 p.m. on Saturdays from June 11 to July 2 for up to 30 people at a time, allowing audiences to get up close and personal with the behindthe-scenes aspects of the production. Audiences can also catch post-show discussion nights on June 7 and 15 to “get a more in-depth look at what went into creating the show…and a more personal perspective from the actors,” Gardiner says. But the real pièce de résistance is the pride nights on June 17 and July 1. The themed LGBT nights will include post-show receptions with DJs, drag queens and more. “It’s going to be a big to-do,” Gardiner says. La Cage Aux Folles runs until July 10, with tickets starting at $40. Don’t miss the show, and definitely watch The Birdcage if you haven’t already.
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walk in an international show. My hope is to walk in New York Fashion Week next. OT: What led to your participation in the Top Model USA competition? EA: [The DC Fashion Week] experience led me to the Top Model USA modeling competition at George Mason, and I decided to participate. The competition took place on May 1, and I won second place. I was approached by the Top Model team afterward and told that I would be moving on to the [national] Top Model USA competition in August. The winner in August has the chance to compete internationally for modeling contracts at a future competition. OT: What do you love most about modeling? EA: I love the different locations. My favorite so far was definitely Masseria, the location used for [On Tap’s June cover] shoot. I loved the atmosphere of the restaurant and its unique character compared to other DC locations. OT: What are your go-to outdoor spots for summer? EA: For my 21st birthday, I was taken to the Brixton [in the U Street Corridor]. It is a threelevel bar with a rooftop bar [at the top]. It was such a good time. I always suggest it for a fun night out.
By Monica Alford resh off the heels of making her 2016 DC Fashion Week debut on the runway, local model and actress Elaina Adrianna is gearing up for Top Model USA’s national competition in August. The 22-year-old Bristow, Va. resident is also an aspiring actress, and wrapping up her senior year at George Mason University where she’s double majoring in communication and theater. On Tap caught up with the ambitious beauty, also featured on this month’s cover, to learn more about her aspirations and some of her favorite things to do in the District. On Tap: What are your professional goals after graduation? Elaina Adrianna: My hope is to [become] a full-time actress. I have been working on this dream ever since I was a little girl performing in a small playhouse in Hanau, Germany [a self-described Army brat, Elaina was born in Germany and returned with her family in middle school when she launched her acting
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career]. I plan to head out to California in a year or less. I’ve been preparing for this move for four years, so now I’m excited to finally get out there. OT: Walk us through some of your more recent acting credits. EA: I did a short horror film this past year, For We Are Many. Recently, I just finished working on another short horror film, An Evil Mind. In short films, I was lucky enough to be cast as the lead. I also landed a role out of hundreds at the International Spy Museum for a show called Spy Chasers. I am continuing my work on TV and movies, and hope to [be in] feature films in California soon. OT: Would you like to continue modeling after you graduate? EA: I loved walking the runway for DC Fashion Week, [which] allowed me the opportunity to walk for international designers, but I’d love to fly overseas and
OT: Are there any local boutiques or designers that you swear by? EA: I loved the clothing from [DC-based] designer Belle Flowers at DC Fashion Week. OT: Any summer style tips for ladies in the DMV? EA: My absolute favorite is cork sandals. They go with absolutely everything and make your legs look long and gorgeous. I also always have to have a pop of color with every outfit; usually I go with a bold lipstick. OT: What are your favorite ways to celebrate summer in the city? EA: One of my favorite bars is Madhatter. They offer Alice in Wonderland-type hats that you drink out of and an awesome dance floor to keep you entertained all night. There are also pop-up parties, which run under the name SEV Cities. They’re fun for any 20-something to party in DC and be exposed to local vendors with some awesome takehome gifts.
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After this spring’s incessant rain, warm (and dry!) summer nights in the District are finally here. It’s time to stop daydreaming about those evenings spent on rooftops and outdoor patios, and start planning for your summer night style. On Tap caught up with the owners of four local boutiques around town to get their recommendations for the perfect outfits to complement your nights out. This season offers a bit of everything for summer dresses, but with key twists. “Instead of the traditional sundress, we are focusing on geometric, shapeless dresses with pockets, such as the kaftan,” says Theresa Watts, owner and buyer at U Street Corridor’s Lettie Gooch. Tailored flannel dresses and chic slips are some of Toni Henderson Lange’s favorites. “What’s old is new again,” says Henderson Lange, who owns Mint Condition in Old Town Alexandria, Va. “The trends of the 90s are coming back in full force, but with a much needed fresh take.” Along those same lines, Julie Wineinger, co-owner of Willow Fashion in Petworth, is seeing a vintage revival. “Dresses are a bit longer, [and] have sleeves and not as many cutouts,” Wineinger says. “For a fun night on the town, I would go with a vintage-inspired dress with cap sleeves [that’s] knee-length and [has] a bold pattern.” For Suzanne Runyon, co-owner of Old Town Alexandria’s Hysteria, layered classics and a capsule approach are a must. “Long layers such as a vest [are a] great way to step up your look, paired with summer shorts when you want to cover up a little without covering up your entire outfit,” she says. “[You] don’t need a whole lot in [your] closet if you stick to neutrals and classics.” But what if you want to go bold with your after-hours look? “Our favorite style for the summer is hands-down a nice, effortlessly sexy jumpsuit, paired with a nice heel or wedge and [a] necklace,” Watts says. “It’s all about versatility with your favorite piece. Selective statement pieces can go a long way.” Henderson Lange echoes that sentiment. “If you are going bold with one piece, play the other elements of your outfit down and keep them neutral. Someone with true style makes it look effortless and never overdone.”
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DC’S SUMMER ARTS SCENE From Intimate Art Salons to Evening Jazz Tours, the Arts Are Shining This Summer By Vanessa Mallory Kotz s interns stream into the city and cafes open their rooftops and sidewalks to beautiful summer nights, the art scene around the DMV has plenty to offer. Whether you like to make art, listen to music, explore the work of contemporary painters or learn about DC’s incredible contribution to the Jazz Age, there is something for everyone.
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Every Thursday in July, Smithsonian Associates hosts Jazzy Nights in Shaw. The two-hour evening walking tour of the clubs and theaters on U Street is a lesson in history spiked with tales of legendary jazz. Dubbed the city’s “Black Broadway,” the area saw the likes of Cab Calloway, Louis Armstrong and DC-born Duke Ellington. Starting at the legendary, beautifully restored Howard Theatre, the tour takes visitors to several sites of the most exciting 1920s clubs. Along the way, author and local historian Garrett Peck tells tales about the city’s race riot of the 1960s, famous bootleggers, and the African American artists, performers and poets who made the neighborhood famous. The tour ends with a pint at Right Proper Brewery in Shaw. Includes 1.5 miles of walking; bring a Metro card for portions that use the subway. Tickets are $35-$45. Jazzy Nights: Meet at Howard Theatre, 620 T St. NW, DC; www.smithsonianassociates.org/ticketing
Since 2013, the Meetup group DC Drink & Draw has been gathering once or twice per month. “Designers, illustrators, a lot of people from the comic book scene [and] anyone who likes to draw,” make up the group, organizer Victoria Thompson says. Most of the attendees draw whatever they like, but each meeting includes a prompt for anyone who needs inspiration. In May, it was Cinco de Mayo and the Super Art Fight – a timed competition between artists inspired by wrestling. Other themes have included political prompts or current events. The events are free and take place on June 27 at Brookland Pint in Northeast DC and on July 21 at Vapiano in Chinatown, a cafeteria-style pasta bar. DC Drink & Draw: www.meetup.com/DC-Drink-Draw/
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Add to (or start) an art collection at Bare the Walls 2 on June 26 from 2-5 p.m. Each ticket to the event admits two and guarantees all attendees will go home with an original work of art valued at $250 to $2000. Fran Abrams, artist and president of the board of directors of Foundry Gallery, is thrilled to offer this opportunity to both artists and collectors. “It’s a party!” she says. “Enjoy delicious food and beverages while you select your work of art.” The 40-year-old gallery has relocated to a space in Shaw, where it has more room and brighter light. Proceeds of the event will help support continued renovation efforts. Tickets are drawn from a rotating drum, and attendees will select an artwork in the order that the tickets are drawn. Tickets are $150-$165. Bare the Walls 2 at Foundry Gallery: 2118 8th St. NW, DC; www.eventbrite.com/e/bare-the-walls-2tickets-25062838625
For people looking for something a little crafty or a great idea for a date night, Handi-hour at the recently reopened Renwick Gallery is an event series that combines art-making with craft beer and live music. The program celebrates the Renwick’s remarkable collection of American craft by inviting adults to make their own crafts in a social setting within the Grand Salon of the gallery. Tickets are $25; must be 21 or older to attend. Tickets include all-you-can-craft and two beverages. The next one is July 27 from 5:30-8 p.m., followed by another in September. Tickets for next month’s event go on sale July 5. Handi-hour at the Renwick: 1661 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, DC; www.renwick.americanart.si.edu/handi-hour
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“She and her husband just put a stage and a state-ofthe-art sound system in their house,” Maier says. “The July salon will take place in a space that is part home/ part studio of an architecture shop that the homeowner co-founded, called E/L Studio. It’s in Naylor Court, Shaw.” Little Salons this summer will be held from 7-10 p.m. on June 28, July 26 and August 30; tickets are $20. Little Salon: www.littlesalondc.com
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On June 25 from 6-9 p.m., the Arlington Art Center (AAC) presents “Strange Landscapes,” “Materialized Magic” and AAC Resident Artist Austin Shull’s solo exhibition, “Reconciliation,” in the Wyatt Resident Artist Gallery on the upper level. Have a glass of wine and a snack with the artists. Free. Arlington Arts Center: 3550 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA; www.arlingtonartscenter.org
On June 26, the (Up)Rising Festival is a free, all-day street fair. Experience creative collaborations by dozens of visual and performing artists while enjoying handson activities, food and drink, and shopping at area retailers. The festival runs from 12-6 p.m. with an after party from 6-8 p.m. (Up) Rising Festival: Rhode Island Avenue between 4th and 24th Streets in NE, DC; www.riamainstreet.org/events/uprisingfestival/ Photo: Michael Stone
In two years, the program has presented the work of more than 170 artists. The June salon is happening at the Takoma home of DC folk musician Maureen Andary.
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“As an initiative that is proudly and visibly based in the nation’s capital, we migrate to different homes in different neighborhoods every month, aiming to bring art to different communities at the same [time] that we invite these communities to become a part of Little Salon and DC’s creative life in general,” says founder and organizer Chris Maier. “At each salon, you can definitely expect a new local food or drink maker and visual art on display. We’ll have a musical act at each salon, and there’s likely to be a poet, fiction writer or storyteller,” he continues.
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Little Salon brings together multiple art forms and a range of artists to a private home each month.
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The Phillips Collection hosts Phillips after 5 on the first Thursday of every month from 5-8:30 p.m. Gallery talks and live performances are held throughout the museum, and wine and food is available. Tickets are $12 and $10 for students. The Phillips Collection: 1600 21st St. NW, DC; www.phillipscollection.org/events
Second Thursday Art Night at the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Old Town Alexandria opens up the former munitions plant for live music, multiple gallery openings, artist talks, hands-on activities and wine. Free. Torpedo Factory: 105 North Union St. Alexandria, VA; www.torpedofactory.org
WE, THE PARTY PEOPLE Don’t miss this after-hours, non-partisan celebration at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History (NMAH) on Saturday, June 18 from 7-11 p.m. Photo: Courtesy of www.brightestyoungthings.com Brightest Young Things is partnering with the NMAH to “explore how Americans have participated in their democracy with lightening talks, political history objects-out-of-storage and access to exhibitions.” Guests can collaborate with Rock the Vote and Brigade to encourage participation from young voters, check out talks presented by the Washington Post, listen to a DJ set from Biz Markie, and enjoy food and libations inspired by the early years of American voting. 21+ event; tickets $20-$30. The National Museum of American History: 1300 Constitution Ave. NW, DC; www.wethepartypeople.eventbrite.com www.ontaponline.com | JUNE 2016 | ON TAP
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The National Gallery of Art owns the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Western Hemisphere.
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Frida Kahlo had a reputation for partying late at night and winning tequila challenges against hefty men.
The Hirshhorn’s founding donor and namesake, Joseph H. Hirshhorn, considered the modern artists whose work he collected to be his friends. He helped Willem de Kooning pay for the construction of an art studio on Long Island and visited Pablo Picasso in France.
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Picasso could draw before he could walk, and his first word was the Spanish word for pencil.
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Roman statues were made with detachable heads, so that one head could be removed and replaced by another.
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Leonardo da Vinci spent 12 years painting the Mona Lisa’s lips.
With an impressive roster of over 1,200 artists from around the world, National Harbor’s Art Whino Gallery represents one of the most fortified outposts of “lowbrow art,” an artistic movement which draws inspiration from the underground and pop culture.
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Salvador Dalí brought surrealism into the kitchen, exhibiting sculptures draped in fresh seafood as part of the 1939 World‘s Fair in New York and publishing a cookbook in 1973.
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Andy Warhol adopted his signature grayhaired look while in his 20s so that people would notice how young he looked in the face.
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The Smithsonian American Art Museum’s displays include American art covering every type of movement found in the U.S., with more than 7,000 artists represented.
Fun facts courtesy of the following articles: #1: www.nga.gov/support/facts.shtm #2: www.learnodo-newtonic.com/frida-kahlo-facts #s 3, 6, 9: www.thriveart.com/facts #4: www.news.artnet.com/art-world/happy-birthday-salvador-dali-296493 #5: www.citywalkingguide.com/washingtondc/hirshhornmuseumfacts #7: www.flavorwire.com/110223/andy-warhol-82-birthday-facts/2 #8: www.citywalkingguide.com/washingtondc/americanartmuseumfacts #10: www.theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/washington-dc/articles/ washington-dc-s-10-contemporary-art-galleries-you-should-know-about/
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1 MONDAY, OCTOBER 10 The Greeks: Agamemnon to Alexander the Great This National Geographic Museum exhibit spans 5,000 years of Greek history and culture, presenting stories of individuals from Neolithic villages through the conquests of Alexander the Great. This unprecedented exhibition features more than 550 artifacts from the national collections of 22 museums throughout Greece, making it the largest exhibition of its kind to tour North America in 25 years. Curator favorites include iconic stone figurines from the Cycladic Islands; gold funerary masks and other treasures from Mycenae; classical marble statues from the Acropolis Museum of Greek poets, athletes and heroes; and brightly painted ceramic vases featuring scenes from Greek
mythology and daily life. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily. $15. National Geographic Museum: 1145 17th St. NW, DC; www.nationalgeographic.com/ thegreeks/
FRIDAY, JUNE 3 WEDNEDAY, JUNE 15 Washington Jewish Music Festival The Washington Jewish Music Festival returns for its 17th year featuring international artists, family-friendly events and educational programs throughout DC. The festival showcases accessible music events with multiple price tiers and a slew of free events, as well as offering something for everyone – from daytime events and talks to exciting nightlife shows. Passes are $30-$75 ($30 if you’re under 30). Locations and times vary. Visit www.wjmf. org for details.
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Wine & Design Wine & Design brings happy hour and postal-themed crafting together once a month at the National Postal Museum. Whether you are a letter-writing lover, an Etsy fanatic or just looking for something new to do, don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event. Kick back after a hard day of work with wine or beer and leave with a unique mailrelated product. 5-7 p.m. $11.50. National Postal Museum: 2 Massachusetts Ave. NE, DC; www.postalmuseum.si.edu
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SATURDAY, JUNE 11 Smithsonian at 8 Enjoy a night at the world’s fair at the Arts and Industries Building, the Smithsonian’s hidden gem featuring music from DJ Trayze, performers, dancing, drinks, carnivalinspired food and games, trivia, and a photo booth. This “grand party with a taste of world’s fair history” marks the first time in 12 years that the public has stepped foot inside the 1881 building. Plus, enjoy a cash bar from Tortoise & Hare. And fashionistas might take home a prize for dressing in the era of their favorite world fair (Victorian London, Belle Époque Paris, World of Tomorrow in NYC – the options are endless). 8-11 p.m. $50 for general admission. Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building: 900 Jefferson Dr. SW, DC; www.smithsonianassociates.org
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Celebrate Fairfax! This festival features concerts on nine different stages, with performances from Plain White T’s, The B-52s and Living Colour. There’s also a petting zoo, carnival rides and plenty of great food. Each night of the festival ends with a fireworks show. $10-$15. Fairfax County Government Center: 12000 Government Center Pkwy. Fairfax, VA; www.celebratefairfax.com
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SATURDAY, JUNE 11 Americana Beer Fest Good beer. Great cause. Enjoy an ideal summer day celebrating craft beer and music. Support our veterans while sampling more than 180 styles of craft beer from 60+ local, regional and national breweries. Enjoy live music from Trampled by Turtles, Wild Child, Possessed by Paul James and Roosterfoot. The festival will also include a food truck rally, an artisan market, lifesized lawn games, and a series of culinary and beer-centric panels, demos and workshops, making Americana Beer Fest the ultimate day for the ultimate beer lover. 2-7 p.m. $45-$100. Morven Park: 17195 Southern Planter Ln. Leesburg, VA; www.americanabeerfest.org
SUNDAY, JUNE 12 Capital Pride Festival Don’t miss drag performances, beer gardens and headliners Meghan Trainor and Charlie Puth at DC’s largest annual one-day event. Celebrate the LGBT community in DC with your favorite cocktails, beers and wines. Festival exhibit open from 12-7 p.m. Concert stage open from 1-9 p.m. Capital Pride Festival: Pennsylvania Avenue between 3rd and 7th Streets NW, DC; www.capitalpride.org
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15 Chilean Wine Tasting Soirée Six different types of wine will be featured on this wine tasting night. Sip delicious wines for hours while learning about them from top-notch experts in the industry. Plus,
THURSDAY, JUNE 16 Drinks and Dirt: Urban Farming and Handcrafted Cocktails Do you want to grow your own food but kill every plant you touch? Learn the basics of gardening in an interactive workshop with a few drinks and friends. At this meetup, learn all about how to use your garden fresh produce to make shrub syrup. Each ticket comes with two drinks, a plant to take home and a lesson on how to preserve and distill your plant into a delicious syrup. There will be three sample shrubs to taste and pick out the perfect combination for your cocktails. 5:30 p.m. $40. H St. Farms at Rooftop of W.S. Jenks and Son by Cultivate the City: 910 Bladensburg Rd. NE, DC; www.cultivatethecity.com
FRIDAY, JUNE 17 Truckeroo Head to the Bullpen for Truckeroo. The fun starts at 11 a.m. with tons of food trucks, live music, and of course, tasty beverages. As always, admission is free! Make your plans to truck on down to the Capitol Riverfront and joint the fun. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Use the hashtag #truckeroo2016. The Bullpen at Half Street Fairgrounds: 1201 Half St. SE, DC; www.fairgroundsdc.com/ truckeroo
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Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Unlimited beer and bourbon tastings and the new shrine of swine! Admission buys you a souvenir glass so you can enjoy an all-you-care-to-taste sampling of the 60 beers and 40 bourbons on tap. There is BBQ galore as this festival contains some of the best vendors onsite. The amazing BBQ selection includes pulled pork from whole hogs, ribs, brisket, chicken sausages and more. You can also enjoy seminars in the tasting theater, special hot sauces, cool exhibits and a cigar tent for all guests. There’s also live rock and blues music all day, and great bluegrass on the main stage. Come and see what the excitement is all about! Tickets start at $35 for general admission and $29 for designated drivers. If you can’t make the festival, don’t worry! The fun comes to Leesburg on Saturday, September 17. The Plateau at National Harbor: 165 Waterfront St. National Harbor, MD; www.beerandbourbon.com
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Taste of Reston Taste of Reston, produced by the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce, is the largest outdoor food festival in the area and was voted “Northern Virginia’s Best Food Festival” in
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SATURDAY, JUNE 18 Columbia Pike Blues Festival The Columbia Pike Revitalization Organization brings you a fresh take on an annual Arlington tradition with some of the hottest blues this side of the Delta. Spend the day on one of Arlington’s most storied and diverse corridors listening to music that will make you shake, rattle and roll. The full lineup of regional and touring national artists includes Little Bit a Blues at 1 p.m., Bobby Thompson Project featuring Ron Holloway at 2 p.m., Bosley at 3:30 p.m., Davina & The Vagabonds at 5 p.m. and Jesse Dee at 6:30 p.m. Event runs from 1-8:30 p.m. Free. Columbia Pike Blues Festival: At the intersection of South Walter Reed Drive and Columbia Pike in Arlington, VA; www.columbia-pike.org/ bluesfest 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 by Virginia Living magazine. Join them this June at the Reston Town Center for two days of restaurants and community vendors, live entertainment on three stages, the Family Fun Zone and the Wine ‘n’ Dine area. Friday from 3-11 p.m. and Saturday 12-11 p.m. $20 for food tickets. Reston Town Center: 11900 Market St. Reston, VA; www.restontaste.com
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SATURDAY, JUNE 18 Around the World Cultural Food Festival This festival brings together diverse, authentic, living traditions from different countries around the world. Experience unique cultural connections through cooking and craft demonstrations, as well as music and dance performances. The public will have the opportunity to learn, eat, dance, shop, witness vibrantly connected cultures and create their own connections with each and every single country presented at the event. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free for general admission, $7-15 for workshops and all-day dance passes. DC Washington Monument: 2 15th St. NW, DC; www.aroundtheworldfestival.com
SUNDAY, JUNE 19 Manassas Wine & Jazz Festival Now in its 12th year, the Manassas Wine & Jazz Festival is held on Father’s Day and located on the Manassas Museum Lawn. Back again is headlining jazz artist Marcus Johnson, along with other special performers. This event is an intimate and relaxing afternoon of tasting and purchasing wines from award-winning Virginia wine artisans. This year, downtown Manassas restaurants will be providing the food for the festival. 12-7 p.m. $20+. Manassas Museum Lawn: 9101 Prince William St. Manassas, VA; www.visitmanassas.org
SATURDAY, JUNE 18 - SUNDAY, JUNE 19 Northern Virginia Summer BrewFest The 9th annual Northern Virginia BrewFest, presented by Mad Fox Brewing Company, returns. The two-day event will feature seasonal beers, meads and ciders from more than 45 regional breweries, plus educational programs, live music, corn hole and more. 12-7 p.m. on Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. $10-$75. Bull Run Regional Park: 7700 Bull Run Dr. Centreville, VA; www.novabrewfest.com
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22 Arts & Ales: Local Artist Showcase Port City turns into an art gallery again. Local artists will be exhibiting their works while you sip on some of your favorite beers. There will be pieces available for sale, as well as a raffle to get a chance to win artwork from great local talents. 4-9 p.m. Port City Brewing Company: 3950 Wheeler Ave. Alexandria VA; www.portcitybrewing.com
Guests at The Parker Grand Opening enjoyed a night of blues and brews featuring drinks and fare from Bilbo Baggins, Southside 815, Rockland’s BBQ and Port City Brewing. PHOTOS: MARK RAKER
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Drink | Dine | Do THURSDAY, JUNE 23 DC Brau Dinner at DBGB DBGB and DC Brau team up for a collaborative dinner pairing food by Chef Ed Scarpone with brews by Brau. The evening begins with a reception at 7 p.m. followed by a four-course meal in the dining room. Menu (subject to change) includes tarte flambée, featuring fromage blanc, bacon and onion paired with the Citizen, a Belgian-style pale ale, and Maryland crab shumai with shaved carrot and chili oil paired with El Hefe Speaks. 7 p.m. reception, 7:30 p.m. dinner. $65. DBGB: 931 H St. NW, DC; www.dbgb.com Kombucha 101 with Craft Kombucha Join Craft Kombucha in the Test Kitchen for an introduction to the world of kombucha. Taste the signature Craft Kombucha brews, plus learn the basics to make your own at home. Each ticket includes a scoby (the culture used to make kombucha), plus a complimentary 32-oz. refillable bottle of kombucha that you can also use at home. 6-8 p.m. $40. Union Market: 1309 5th St. NE, DC; www.craftkombucha.com
Guests enjoyed a taste of Falls Church at the grand opening of the West Broad Residences, featuring complimentary food, drinks and live music. Photos: Mark Raker
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Local Cheese & Craft Beer 101 with Righteous Cheese Spend an evening with Righteous Cheese in an intimate class discovering and savoring seasonal, artisanal cheeses. Fromagers Melissa Provinsal and Carolyn Stromberg will delve into the story behind each cheese and beer, as well as give advice about selecting, serving, pairing and more. Through tasting four local brews and four local artisanal cheeses, you’ll learn how to pair
cheese and beer while getting the lowdown on the funky stories behind some special makers. 6:30-8 p.m. $49. Union Market: 1309 5th St. NE, DC; www.righteouscheese.com
THURSDAY, JUNE 23 - SUNDAY, JUNE 26 Quicken Loans National Whether you are following your favorite golfer, socializing in the clubhouse or relaxing with friends in a private cabana, make your summer memorable at Congressional Golf Course. Be a part of DC’s annual PGA Tour event with a variety of ticket options. All spectators receive access to numerous “open to the public” entertainment destinations on the Congressional grounds including the Grey Goose 19th Hole Lounge, the Boardwalk on 11, the Yard on 18 and Michelob ULTRA Grove. Congressional Golf Course: 8500 River Rd. Bethesda, MD; www.pgatour.com
SATURDAY, JUNE 25 Red, White & Brew Festival Show your patriotic colors when you kick back with friends, food and tunes because there’s no better way to raise a flag (and a toast) to Uncle Sam than by drinking in America’s fruits of the vine and amber waves of grain. Raise a toast to the red, white and brew at this annual all-you-care-totaste beer and wine event. Participants will have access to 100+ American beers and wines while enjoying DC’s best food trucks, vendors, lawn games and live entertainment. 1-9 p.m. $35-$45. The Yards Parking Lot: 1300 1st St. SE, DC; www.drinkthedistrict.com
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SATURDAY, JUNE 25 SUNDAY, JUNE 26 24th Annual Giant National Capital BBQ Battle Kick off summer at America’s BBQ Party, the 24th Annual Giant Barbecue Battle. Pennsylvania Avenue will be smokin’ with rock, reggae, jazz and blues from 30 bands on three stages. Enjoy free BBQ and grilled food samples in the Taste of Giant sampling pavilion while witnessing America’s best eaters onstage at Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Other activities include free wine samples at Barefoot Beach, the military chef cook-off, celebrity chefs, lots of interactive exhibits and America’s national BBQ championship contest. The battle has received numerous awards like “One of America’s most prestigious and entertaining BBQ competitions” by USA Today. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Giant National Capital BBQ Battle: Pennsylvania Avenue between 9th and 14th Streets in NW, DC; www.bbqindc.com
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Gordon Biersch invited beer enthusiasts to a six-course meal paired with their six craft beers during American Craft Beer Week (May 16-22). Photos: MArk Raker
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Starr Hill IPA JAMBEEREE Starr Hill Brewery’s IPA JAMBEEREE is a festival celebrating India Pale Ales (IPAs) and live music in Virginia. The event will be held at Hangar Park, across from Starr Hill Brewery. Attendees will sample over 50 different IPAs from more than 15 Virginia breweries,
featuring rare and exclusive offerings from Starr Hill, as well as partake in interactive exhibits with local hop growers. A show-stopping lineup of live music performances complete the ultimate Starr Hill experience alongside food trucks, games and proceeds to benefit a local non-profit organization. 1-7 p.m. $25-$30 for general admission. Hangar Park at Star Hill Brewery: 5391 Three Notch’d Rd. Crozet, VA; www.jambeeree.com Vine on the Waterfront Food & Wine Festival The Vine on the Waterfront Food & Wine Festival is a oneday, community-based event focused on showcasing the numerous diverse restaurants of Alexandria and Virginia wineries combined with the opportunity to give back to the community through local non-profit organizations. This lively, family-oriented festival offers food and wine tasting along with live entertainment, children’s activities, and arts and crafts vendors. Free ($20 tickets are needed for food and wine samples, respectively). 12-6 p.m. Oronoco Bay Park: 100 Madison St. Alexandria, VA; www. vineonthewaterfront.com
SUNDAY, JUNE 26 Making Honey Wines/Meads & Healthy Homemade Sodas Discover the art and science of brewing honey wines and lacto-fermented sodas. Through the magic of fermentation, learn how to use wild-gathered ingredients (flowers, wild edible plants) or commonly found pantry ingredients (spices, tea, chocolate) to make delicious and nutritious beverages. 1-5 p.m. $40-$80. Earth Village Education at Overlook Farm: 9125 Lake Daniel Rd. Marshall, VA; www.earthvillageeducation.org
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Summer BBQ Series Featuring Kyle Bailey Enjoy an afternoon of tasty beers, delicious BBQ, awesome tunes and good times. This event will showcase the talents of Kyle Bailey, executive chef at Sixth Engine, The Dubliner and Town Hall. Chef Kyle will be pulling out all the stops and offering some of the very best BBQ this city has to offer. Also enjoy a killer of new beers, a special crafted cocktail and tunes from DJ Keenan Orr. 2-7 p.m. $5 per entry ticket. 3 Stars Brewing Company: 6400 Chillum Pl. NW, DC; www.3starsbrewing.com
events run from June 29 to July 4 and the “Sounds of California” themed events run from July 7-10. The festival is free of charge. Festival hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with special events taking place most evenings beginning at 6:30 p.m. Visit www.festival.si.edu for details.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29 Gravitas: Midsummer Night’s Dream Dinner Chef Matt Baker of the forthcoming restaurant, Gravitas, takes over the Rooftop Pool & Lounge at the Liaison Capitol Hill DC for a dinner party to remember. In a celebration of Shakespeare and sultry summer evenings, Chef Matt has put together a menu that will delight even the most whimsical guest. He’ll be flanked by Art and Soul Chef de Cuisine Joe Hornbeck and Sous Chef Danny Chavez. Your evening will start with a reception featuring a signature cocktail and passed hors d’oeuvres, followed by an inspired five-course dinner. 7-10 p.m. $65. Rooftop Pool & Lounge at the Liaison Capitol Hill DC: 415 New Jersey Ave. NW, DC; www.eventbrite. com/e/gravitas-midsummernights-dream-dinnertickets-25727890814
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New Belgium Brewing Company and Yards Park hosted the 2016 Tour de Fat, a unique cycling party with contests, performers, food and beer. Photos: Shelly Coates
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Smithsonian Folklife Festival The Smithsonian Folklife Festival is held outdoors on the National Mall in Washington, DC during the last week of June and first week of July. This year, the festival will take place between Fourth and Seventh Streets, north of the National Air and Space Museum. The “Basque: Innovation by Culture” themed
Shenandoah Run: Benefit Concert for MCPAW Montgomery County Partners for Animal WellBeing (MCPAW) and recording artists Shenandoah Run invite you to join them in a concert for a cause at AMP by Strathmore. Shenandoah Run is an exciting ninemember band that has recently released its second CD. The group pays tribute to traditional and contemporary folk music through skilled musicianship and multi-part harmonies. Come experience how their unique style draws the audience in and warms their hearts. MCPAW, who will receive a portion of the proceeds from the event, is the dedicated non-profit partner of the Montgomery County Animal Services & Adoption Center (MCASAC), and its primary mission is to benefit the animals residing at the shelter. 8 p.m. $30$40. For tickets, visit www. ampbystrathmore.com and click on “Live Shows.” Bring a group of 10 or more and receive VIP benefits from AMP. To book your group, call Julia Allal at 301-581-5199. Find band details and videos at www.shenandoahrun. com. Learn more about MCPAW at www.mcpaw. org. AMP by Strathmore: 11810 Grand Park Ave. North Bethesda, MD; www.ampbystrathmore.com
It’s a Battle of the Decades Party with DC’s Best of the ‘80s, ‘90s and 2000s! The Reflex | As If | Lloyd Dobler Effect | White Ford Bronco DJ Chris Styles | DJ Pat Premier
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very four years, planet Earth collectively salivates at the opportunity to guzzle the World Cup game by game, experiencing the worldwide party that is futbol. Surely you remember two summers ago, when boisterous crowds filled the District with red, white and blue, while jumping to the chants of, “I believe that we will win!” And the pandemonium when we did. But while casual soccer fans are counting their fingers to Russia 2018, futbol fanatics know we are just days away from kicking off an amazing summer of soccer, as the two best soccer regions in the world compete for continental supremacy. The UEFA Euro 2016 from June 10 to July 10 will showcase 22 of the world’s top 30 nations, according to the current FIFA world rankings. The qualification for this tournament was so highly contested that international mainstays Denmark and the Netherlands failed to make the 24-team field. The French hosts will undoubtedly be fueled by tributes to the lives taken in last year’s Paris attacks, and will be led by two emerging young superstars in Paul Pogba and Antoine Griezmann. The reigning World Cup champions, Germany, are looking to continue their international dominance, while England will hope to finally find the right combination of experience and athleticism to reemerge on the international scene. Perennial powerhouses Spain, Portugal and Italy have landed in difficult groups full of potential spoilers, and Belgium, Sweden and Croatia, although lacking the same team depth and historical success, will look to ride their big name superstars through the knockout rounds.
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Where to Catch Euro Games
Fado Irish
With the Republic of Ireland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland all in action, there are many great opportunities to enjoy pub football at its finest. Head to Fado Irish Pub in Chinatown and order the most traditionally Irish items on the menu to go along with your favorite pint. Enjoy the feel of a day in Dublin while watching the United Kingdom’s best teams duke it out on the European stage.
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Virginians can enjoy a similar atmosphere at Ireland’s Four Courts in Arlington, just across the street from historic soccer pub Summers Restaurant. Fans can jump from one to the other for a great day of soccer. Ideal pub matches are England vs. Wales on June 16, and the Republic of Ireland vs. Italy on June 22.
German fans should check out Biergarten Haus on H Street and enjoy the patio televisions, traditional Bavarian fare and boot-shaped pints. Bring or make friends, and celebrate a German goal with a four-person shot ski. Biergarten Haus
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he Copa America Centenario is the world’s oldest international soccer competition, and will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this summer by doing something it has never done before: playing the games in the U.S. From June 3-26, classic South American futbol will take 10 American cities by storm, playing in historic stadiums like Soldier Field, Gillette (previously Foxboro) and the Rose Bowl. In addition to the 10 South American Football Confederation (CONMEBOL) teams, the Confederation of North, Central American and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF) will add six teams to create the largest field in the tournament’s history. Whereas the Euro Cup features rigid team structure and intense tactical battles, the Copa brings a free-flowing, fast-paced brand of the game that fans can’t help but love, along with the divine creativity of players like Lionel Messi, Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior, Luis Suarez and Alexis Sanchez. These four players are fully expected to lead their respective teams (Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay and defending champions Chile) to the semi-finals, but there is certainly no guarantee
they will, as eight of the 10 South American nations have previously won the tournament. For the Americans, the challenge will certainly be difficult, but the same was said of the “group of death” they met head on in Brazil two years ago. They kick off the entire tournament on June 3 with a massive match against Colombia, the third-ranked team in the world, according to FIFA. The winner of this match has an excellent chance of advancing, but a loss could be crushing, as the Costa Ricans and Paraguayans both present problems for an American side that has underachieved as of late. While no CONCACAF team has ever won the tournament, perhaps the unprecedented home field advantage could help the Americans break through and make world soccer history.
Where to Catch Copa America Games
Lucky Bar
The tournament will not feature any games in DC, but fans hoping to catch the action live can see Uruguay vs. Venezuela on June 9 and U.S. vs. Paraguay on June 11 in Philadelphia, or the quarterfinals and finals at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. For those staying local, check out Lucky Bar in Dupont, Johnny Pistolas on 18th Street, or Blaguard in Adams Morgan.
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D.C. United’s Bill Hamid A Hometown Hero’s Return
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he popularity of Major League Soccer has risen rapidly in recent years with the addition of international superstars like Andrea Pirlo and David Villa. In the nation’s capital, however, it is the return of local legend Bill Hamid that has D.C. United fans excited for the 2016 season. The talented 25-year-old shot-stopper has missed the last four months, and D.C.’s first 13 games, due to a follow-up procedure on the knee he injured last July. “It’s been all about patience, and getting my body as strong as possible,” Hamid explained during an interview with On Tap. “I’ve been working hard [in] rehab, and I’m ready.” Beloved by fans for his roots in nearby Annandale, Va., Hamid grew up playing travel soccer for his father, a native of Sierra Leone, who is still the first person to hyperanalyze his game films and tell him where he can improve. He credits his family, and his hometown, for his success. “It impacted me tremendously,” Hamid explained. “When you look at the different cultures and ethnicities coming out of Annandale, you get to see the way different styles of soccer are played, and learn about different cultures. That helped me a lot in my growth process.” During his rehabilitation, Hamid has occupied his mind by taking French classes at the Alliance Francaise. “I’ve been enjoying it,” Hamid said of his latest intellectual endeavor. “It keeps me
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busy, and my mind working. I’ll have to back off now that I am back on the field.” Hamid’s return will come at a great time for the Black-and-Red. With 23 games remaining, the team sits just three points from the top, but also only two points from missing the playoffs, in a wide-open Eastern Conference race. “It’s still early in the season, teams are building and no one in the Eastern Conference has found their groove yet,” he observed. “If we can develop chemistry and consistency in our performance level, we will put ourselves in a great position by the end of the year.” Hamid was the model of consistency in 2014, saving 75 percent of his shots, accumulating 10 clean sheets, winning goalkeeper of the year, and helping D.C. United claim the Eastern Conference regular season title. “No fear,” Hamid declared. “I got here by putting my body on the line to make the saves my team needs, and no injury is going to change the way I play the game.” Although the time off will force Hamid to miss this year’s Copa America, the USMNT’s number three keeper has every intention of getting back to the squad as soon as he can. “Like anyone who has been around the national team, I know the training sessions and what they expect. It will be important for me to watch those games very closely, and work hard with my trainer to come back and prove myself to my team and country.”
“It’s still early in the season, teams are building and no one in the Eastern Conference has found their groove yet. If we can develop chemistry and consistency in our performance level, we will put ourselves in a great position by the end of the year.”
Hamid will also have his eye on the UEFA Euro 2016, where he has a rooting interest in England, due to time he spent with coach Roy Hodgson on a visit to West Bromwich Albion in 2011. “Roy’s a great coach” Hamid applauded. “I saw the way he manages his team and has them play out of the back, and if they can implement that properly, they’re overdue for a big tournament win.” While he occasionally gathers with friends to catch a game at a local pub, Hamid prefers staying in to study the games with the same analytical approach he learned from his father, and uses now to continually improve his game. “I’ve got to get the DVR ready,” he said with a smile. “There’s going to be a lot of great soccer on this summer.”
Visit www.dcunited.com for more information on upcoming games.
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Fans enjoy great live music and happy hour beer prices before every Friday home game at the Budweiser Terrace at Nationals Park. Photos: Michelle Goldchain
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The Ladies Take the Field in the Redskins’ Burgundy & Gold
Flag Football Game
By Monica Alford
Guests at Virginia Gold Cup enjoyed a thrilling day of steeplechase racing, tailgating, food and drinks, terrier races, shopping, and the popular hat contest. Photos: Mark raker
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June 12 marks the third annual Burgundy & Gold Flag Football Game hosted by the Redskins and played by the women making a name for themselves in DC area football. In 2013, the Redskins Cheerleaders launched the event to raise money for charities ranging from the Redskins Charitable Foundation to the Global Down Syndrome Foundation. “It’s an opportunity for us to show our involvement in the community and our football skills,” says Jamilla Keene, Assistant Director of Programs & Marketing for the Redskins Cheerleaders. This year, the Redskins Cheerleaders are joining forces with the Women of Washington Redskins (WOW) and the DC Divas, the DMV’s top-ranked Women’s Football Alliance (WFA) full-contact team. Glendalyn Junio, the Redskins’ Marketing Manager, says the cheerleaders are looking to change up the flag football experience and involve the women’s platform for the team. “In the past, the cheerleaders made up both teams,” she says. “This year, we’ve partnered up to really empower more of the women that have played a role in the growth of women in the sport of football.” Junio says the Redskins are excited to have a variety of women involved who have all been exposed to different levels of the game. “The fact that we’re involving a women’s professional full-contact football team [the DC Divas] just adds to that excitement. Don’t worry – they are completely aware that it is flag football.” Redskins alumni Doug Williams and Gary Clark will join the game as celebrity coaches, and current linebacker Houston Bates will serve as assistant coach. The guys selected names at random for the burgundy and gold teams at the Kickoff to the Draft party this spring from a list of WOW, DC Diva, and Redskins Cheerleader and Ambassador draftees. “It’s a unique opportunity where we’ve partnered up with three groups who are extremely passionate about football and the Redskins,” Junio says. “Not only will we make it feel like a game with giveaways, cheerleaders and hype people, we know these ladies will play their hearts out!” The game has sold out for the past two years, so get your tickets soon: www.redskins.com/cheerleaders. Gates open at noon, and kickoff is at 1 p.m.
Burgundy & Gold Flag Football Game at Woodrow Wilson High School: 3950 Chesapeake St. NW, DC
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with Chef José Andrés The Hottest Ticket in Town
By Alex Benedetto Explore the bustling 14th Street and Penn Quarter restaurant scenes with Chef José Andrés and friends while supporting an amazing cause, and all for an incredibly reasonable price, at the fourth annual Dine-NDash on Wednesday, June 15 from 6-10 p.m. The event, a benefit fundraiser for the chef and ThinkFoodGroup owner’s international non-profit World Central Kitchen, is seriously the best ticket in town, with a $125 wrist band (leave the wallet at home) allowing you access into 30 of the area’s most popular restaurants, including four food trucks, each serving six signature dishes and four heavenly cocktails. You do the math. Bump up that wrist band to the $300 VIP level and you’ll gain access to five additional VIP-only restaurants, including a pop-up by Chef Erik Bruner-Yang, a pre-event reception with Andrés, and an exclusive after party with Andrés, Éric Ripert and more celebrity chefs. And when you purchase your tickets, you get to choose the restaurant you start at; helping spread out the 3,000 or so expected guests for a one-nightonly party that is as lively and energetic as Andrés himself. On Tap was invited to get a sneak peek at this year’s Dine-N-Dash during a May 1 event, perfectly placed on a rainy Sunday afternoon. We started at Oyamel with their mouthwatering guacamole freshly made in front of our eyes, and passed delicious bites and rows of tasty margaritas. World Central Kitchen Development and Communications Director Kevin Holst greeted the crowd with an overview of Dine-N-Dash and background on Andrés’s nonprofit work. Then, much like a museum docent and with impressive ease, Holst guided the group to our next location, DBGB Kitchen and Bar, where from a breathtaking view, we sipped on chilled wine and feasted on delicious bites, including some amazing crostini and fantastic madeleines.
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And then in true Dine-N-Dash fashion, we were ushered out to our next location, boarding a party bus for 14th Street and Italian hotspot Ghibellina. There, we feasted on mouthwatering ramp arancini and smoked brisket sliders, while getting our now slight buzz taken further with tequila-focused Pepe Primavera cocktails and rye-heavy Fruitto Del Sangue drinks. Then, it was off to the final stop on our mini Dine-N-Dash, Masa 14, where we were brought upstairs to the DJ and gorgeous bar, ready and waiting, with “Masa Mules” and strawberry lemonades (adult version, folks). Trays of edamame, pork buns and crispy shrimp were passed around to feed the crowd, and the room was alive with music and conversation, emulating what one can certainly expect during the actual Dine-N-Dash this month.
Photo: Nate Mook
Dine in 30 restaurants in 1 night
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Participating Restaurants & Food Trucks
Penn Quarter BOE Restaurant & Bar: 777 9th St. NW, DC; www.boewdc.com China Chilcano: 418 7th St. NW, DC; www.chinachilcano.com Cuba Libre: 801 9th St. NW, DC; www.cubalibrerestaurant.com Del Campo: 777 I St. NW, DC; www.delcampodc.com The Dolci Gelati Truck: www.dolcigelatitruck.com Photo: Nate Mook
With the 14th Street neighborhood new to this year’s event, this will be the first Dine-N-Dash for Barcelona Executive Chef Adam Greenberg, who started heading up the busy restaurant eight months ago. “I’m going in really blind to this thing, so it should be pretty exciting,” Greenberg tells On Tap. “The good news is our event coordinator has been in DC a long time and she knows this event and how it works, so we’ll be organized and ready to go. I just picture this room being completely full.” Those who stop at Barcelona for Dine-N-Dash can expect gazpacho shooters, ceviche cups, ham and cheese croquetas, pork belly skewers and mini churros with spiced chocolate, along with the always delicious sangria and another tasty cocktail. And if the weather is nice, Greenberg says you can expect him out on Barcelona’s front patio, similar to Sundays, with the massive paella pan, but instead cooking squid ink fideos. “What I like about events like [Dine-N-Dash] is it will be chaos, but that’s part of the fun for everyone. It will be loud and exciting and we’ll have this big paella pan going with the heat, so it’s all part of the show,” he said. Greenberg says he hopes Dine-N-Dash guests take away a sense of what each restaurant brings to that particular community. “I want people to leave here knowing we have great food and are trying to offer something different. Estadio has awesome food too, and we are not trying to compete for the best tapas bar on the street. We are just trying to do what we do well and they do what they do well, and hopefully there is one night a week you want to go there and one night of the week you want to come here.” At the end of the event, guests can vote on their favorite Dine-NDash restaurant, with Oyamel taking the top prize the last three years running. At the core of it all, though, is the amazing work World Central Kitchen is able to do through the funds raised. One hundred percent of the proceeds from Dine-N-Dash will go to World Central Kitchen, which works in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Zambia and soon many more countries, creating jobs, improving health, and increasing education through the power of food and culinary training. Last year’s Dine-N-Dash raised an impressive $300,000 for World Central Kitchen, with this year’s fundraising goal set even higher to $500,000.
For more information on Dine-N-Dash and to purchase tickets and learn more about World Central Kitchen, go to www.dinendash.info.
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Jaleo: 403 7th St. NW, DC; www.jaleo.com Mango Tree: 929 H St. NW, DC; www.mangotreedc.com Oyamel: 401 7th St. NW, DC; www.oyameldc.com Pepe Mobile Sandwiches: www.joseandrescatering.com/index.php/pepe/ Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Company: 2418 Wisconsin Ave. NW, DC; www.rocklands.com Sei: 444 7th St. NW, DC; www.seirestaurant.com Zaytinya: 701 9th St. NW, DC; www.zaytinya.com Zengo: 781 7th St. NW, DC; www.richardsandoval.com/zengodc
14th Street Arepa Zone Food Truck: www.arepazone.com Barcelona: 1622 14th St. NW, DC; www.barcelonawinebar.com Birch & Barcley: 1337 14th St. NW, DC; www.birchandbarley.com Doi Moi: 1800 14th St. NW, DC; www.doimoidc.com Estadio: 1520 14th St. NW, DC; www.estadio-dc.com Ghibellina: 1610 14th St. NW, DC; www.ghibellina.com Masa 14: 1825 14th St. NW, DC; www.richardsandoval.com/masa14 Pearl Dive Oyster Palace: 1612 14th St. NW, DC; www.pearldivedc.com Policy: 1904 14th St. NW, DC; www.policydc.com Swizzler Food Truck: www.swizzlerfoods.com Taylor Gourmet: 1908 14th St. NW, DC; www.taylorgourmet.com
VIP Cork Market and Tasting Room: 1720 14th St. NW, DC; www.corkdc.com DBGB Kitchen and Bar: 931 H St. NW, DC; www.dbgb.com Erick Bruner-Yang VIP Pop-up: www.maketto1351.com Proof: 775 G St. NW, DC; www.proofdc.com Sotto: 1610 14th St. NW, DC; www.sottodc.com
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New | Notable | No Longer Ottoman Taverna Order: At the Sultan’s Table Restaurants remain an easy form of staycation, and Ottoman Taverna will transport you to the eastern Mediterranean in a heartbeat (or however long it takes you to open the door). The onyx-topped bar was mined in Turkey, and the walls of “evil eyes” will stave off jealous onlookers while you gorge on moussaka, Turkish coffee and Cappadocian wine. Ottoman Taverna: 425 I St. NW, DC; www.ottomantaverna.com
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On Tap keeps locals in the know about the latest and greatest food and drink hotspots around town, plus our top foodie picks for the month.
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on the menu, which also features a whole section devoted to s’mores. Raspberry pistachio s’mores, anyone? Bonfire: 1132 19th St. NW, DC; www.bonfiredc.com
By Jean Schindler
NEW Ashlar Order: Fois gras French toast Hotel restaurants are generally decent, but Kimpton remains the shining exception. The Masons/masonry-derived name underlines the modernized and posh colonial vibe, and the cocktail list focuses on colonial spirits (rum, madeira) – but there’s also a carrotginger mimosa at brunch that we can’t resist. Ashlar: 116 South Alfred St. #101, Alexandria, VA; www.ashlarrestaurant.com
Barley Mac Order: Bone Daddy (Old Grand Dad bourbon, Cinzano Bianco, celery and hopped grapefruit bitters) Rosslyn is no longer just the sleepy front door to the Clarendon frat boy party corridor – it is now a destination in its own right. The latest addition has an American menu and a whiskey bar (with 100 different bottles, including 50 bourbons), and will be open until 2 a.m. Barley Mac: 1600 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA; www.barleymacva.com
Bonfire Order: Nocino (Don Ciccio Nocino, sherry, bourbon, bitters and almond tea smoke) The theme is communal campfire, and smoke is treated as a normal ingredient
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Buttercream Bake Shop Order: Everything No more anticipatory salivation: DC’s sugar fiends can finally unleash their jitters at this hotly anticipated carb den. No sweet tooth? It’s okay: the croissants are buttery, the sandwiches are on homemade bread and there’s a breakfast pastry stuffed with scrambled eggs. Buttercream Bake Shop: 1250 9th St. NW, DC; www.buttercreamdc.com
Duck Duck Goose Order: Duck l’orange (bourbon, Grand Marnier, and maple and duck bacon lolli) We heart this updated French brasserie with its bank of corner windows – no gimmicks, just beautifully made food and charming cocktails. Duck Duck Goose: 7929 Norfolk Ave. Bethesda, MD; www.ddgbethesda.com
Lahinch Tavern & Grill Order: Boneless beef short rib shepherd’s pie The Hughes Family (the Irish Inn at Glen Echo) welcomes Irish Inn Chef Ted Hughes (no relation) to the owners’ circle at Lahinch, a neighborhood Irish American pub featuring fresh, locally-sourced interpretations of Irish cuisine. Lahinch Tavern & Grill: 7747 Tuckerman Ln. Potomac, MD; www.lahinchtavernandgrill.com
Order: Gluten-free fried chicken Fast-casual Asian-fusion from the folks behind Lavagna – but no, this is not a Chipotle-style assembly line. Instead, select from a “curated” list of fresh, “chef-driven” bowls. The locals are raving, so we’ll stop the air quotes. Pow Pow: 1253 H St. NE, DC; www.facebook.com/eatpowpow
Radiator Order: Ricotta Situation (mahia fig spirit, ricotta, lemon, raw honey and vanilla) Cocktail bar Radiator is, like fellow newbie Ashlar, in a beautifully overhauled Kimpton hotel, Mason & Rook (formerly Hotel Helix). But this one-ups the trendy factor. Stellar cocktail menu – check. Board games – check. Bacon-scented candles – well, not quite, but almost. We still love it. Radiator: 1430 Rhode Island Ave. NW, DC; www.radiatordc.com
Republic Restoratives Order: Civic vodka Crowd-funded, women-owned, craft-made – you’re feeling all tingly already, aren’t you? Stay focused: thankfully, this beautiful distillery and cocktail bar is pouring some good drinks (priorities, folks). For now, it’s all about their Civic vodka – the bourbon is aging and therefore about 18 months away from our glasses. Incidentally, they are perfectly located for a distillery crawl: Jos A. Magnus, One Eight and New Columbia are all within a few blocks. Republic Restoratives: 1369 New York Ave. NE, DC; www.republicrestoratives.com
Saison Wafel Bar Order: Breakfast for dinner Sometimes, dinner really should be a waffle topped with smoked salmon and a poached
The Majestic’s baked feta
Photo: Monica Alford
The Majestic An institution in Old Town Alexandria, The Majestic has been reinvented multiple times since it first opened in 1932. Now under the Alexandria Restaurant Partners umbrella, the restaurant has just reopened with a new interior blending art deco with contemporary flair. Executive Chef Gaby Hakman says the simplicity and presentation of what she makes reflects who she is as a chef. “I want the plates to appear as if they might have been served from a kitchen in someone’s home in the countryside or from a small bistro in an oceanside town – easy, comfortable, approachable,” she says. Standout dishes include the baked feta with za’atar, chilies and country bread for $8 and the pot of mussels with tomato, wine, Calabrian chilies and frites for $18. The Majestic: 911 King St. Alexandria, VA; www.themajesticva.com
egg. We love this new Union Market counter opened by former Belgian embassy chef Jan Van Haute, which features a range of sweet and savory toppings for the made-to-order wafels. We also heart the pearl sugar-studded liege wafels, which are hard to find outside Belgium. Saison Wafel Bar: 1309 5th St. NE, DC; www.saisonwafelbar.com
using TapHunter, drinkers can see the rotating beer selection in real time on their phones. We also love that there’s a second happy hour that starts at 11 p.m. Tapp’d: 4915 St. Elmo Ave. Bethesda, MD; www.tappdbethesda.com
Shouk
The Den
Order: Cashew hummus This stretch of K Street has been under construction for so long, we were startled one night to see Shouk’s bright lights beaming out of the preserved brick house that’s been so carefully slotted into a glass highrise. We were doubly delighted to discover a 100 percent plant-based take on Mediterranean staples. Oh, and wine on tap. Shouk: 655 K St. NW, DC; www.facebook.com/shoukfood
Why: Literary eats The basement café in Politics & Prose has been overhauled. We take note because now we can order “pie fries” (strips of cinnamon sugar-dusted pie crust served with pie filling for dipping) while we read our 1,000-page biography of Mao. Oh, and wine. The Den (inside Politics & Prose): 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW, DC; www.politics-prose.com/the-den
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By Monica Alford
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Sean Simmons
Chris Bassett
On Tap: Dacha offers a range of Belgian, German and U.S. brews. What are your top picks from the current lineup? Sean Simmons: I’ve been enjoying Bayerische Bahnhof’s Porticus. It’s a Baltic porter with brett that expertly balances roasty and sweet malt flavors with funky bugs. Visiting drafts aside, I usually go for a Weihenstephaner Dunkelweizen. It’s my favorite style, and Weihenstephaner nails it.
On Tap: What flavor profiles do you look for in drinks when pairing them with seafood? Chris Bassett: Initially, I’m looking for something light and crisp to complement the dish. Citrus always works well, and if I can incorporate a fresh herb, then I feel as if I’ve really done my job.
Senior Bartender at Dacha Beer Garden
OT: Does being a homebrewer affect your thought process on what beers are a good fit for Dacha’s menu? SS: I think I steer toward the more experimental and alternative styles because it’s fun to give customers something they’ve never had before. OT: Tell us a little bit about your brand, Möbius Meadery. SS: I initially thought it was just an easy way to make booze, but as I brewed more mead, I realized honey has plenty of its own fun idiosyncrasies as a fermentable. I was hooked when I began experimenting with the vast terroir in honey, its ability to pair with fruit, spices and herbs, and its willingness to feed ale yeast. OT: How would you characterize the ambiance at Dacha? SS: Being outside and having a very neutral and pleasant aesthetic makes us very accessible. Shaw is an eclectic community, and you see the neighborhood represented pretty well at Dacha. OT: What Dacha Beer Club events are on tap for the summer? SS: Sour Lips on June 8, a massive sour beer event [featuring] eight rare sour beers from all over the world, and DuClaw Brewery on June 15 [and] Longtail Brewery on June 22 presenting two new brews [each].
Bar Manager at Blackwall Hitch
OT: Your drink menu offers a great breakdown of summer cocktail options, from light and fruit-forward to bold and spicy. Any customer favorites? CB: Quite a few are quickly becoming fan favorites! Our version of the Pimm’s Cup, Hibiscus Mojito, Southern Mule and the Dill Lemon Spritzer have just been flying out of here. OT: When you’re not working, what summer cocktail or libation are you most likely to order? CB: I’m a big fan of rum – just neat, maybe a little ice. But I could just as easily make a day of drinking Coors Light. I enjoy all things alcoholic! OT: Does the restaurant have a local or craft beer focus? CB: We actually have 24 beers on tap – a wide range. What I have done with the program here [is] make a majority of the line brewery specific. This way I can change the style/type of beer whenever something new comes out or a season changes, or just because. I try to keep them as local and/or craft as possible. OT: How would you describe Blackwall Hitch’s outdoor space? CB: Our back patio has an amazing view of the water, [plus] fire pits and a bar. It’s a really chill place to hang out and enjoy the lovely weather. Sitting at the fire pit, relaxing, eating oysters with a bottle of wine – [I] can’t think of a better way to spend a summer night.
Learn more about Möbius Meadery on social media: @mobiusmeadery.
Dacha Beer Garden: 1600 7th St. NW, DC; www.dachadc.com
Sean’s Pick:
Weihenstephaner Hefeweizen • Unfiltered, Bavarian-style wheat beer characterized by its clove-like aroma and banana flavor
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Chris’s Pick:
Grapefruit Wine Crush • • • • •
Deep Eddy grapefruit vodka Lillet Blanc Agave Grapefruit juice Topped with soda water
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Colin Sugalski Beverage Director at Maketto
OT: Does Maketto’s drink menu include Cambodian and Taiwanese influences? CS: Yes! We strive to differentiate ourselves from other Asian-inspired bar programs. The array of flavors in that world are far too wide to not utilize! Some of the highlights include making coconut cream with Sichuan peppercorns and chilies, a Southeast Asian-inspired tonic syrup that features kaffir lime leaf and lemongrass, and infusing Kaoliang (Taiwan’s answer to moonshine) with Shou Pu-erh tea from Taiwan. OT: Will any seasonal cocktails be making their debut this summer? CS: A big menu that we are really excited about is centered on vermouth, which will roll into Negroni Week [on] June [6-12]. We also have plans [to make] a Khmer tiki program. Lastly, our vinegar cocktails are always centered around whatever produce is currently in abundance. OT: What’s most notable about the restaurant’s wine selection? CS: Rather than focusing on the classic ideals of quelling spice with sweetness, my team and I have assiduously tasted through the menu to find unorthodox pairings like South African cabernet sauvignon or Georgian Amber wines to fit snugly next to a coconut nam prik sauce or a char siu bao. OT: How does Maketto’s communal atmosphere translate to the experience of enjoying libations in the courtyard or on the roof deck? CS: I love it when people are outside on the roof deck and they see someone holding a cocktail that is a compelling shade of pink, and in that moment they can’t help but tap him or her on the shoulder and ask, “What the hell is that thing?” Curiosity is an ineffable force that brings people together in their daily happenings. What is better to be curious about than a delicious drink?
Maketto: 1351 H St. NE, DC; www.maketto1351.com
Colin’s Pick:
Giuseppe Opens a Beer Bar in Kentucky • Uncouth pear ginger • Bourbon • Citra-hopped Strega
Mad Fox kicked off the outdoor beer festival season in Falls Church’s market square with a variety of seasonal beers, live music and great food. Photos: Mark raker
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The Bierdo “Lets Get Beer’d!” By Nick Hardt
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ood things happen to those who wait, Bierdos (just ask my editor!) I’m finishing this beer article on the lawn after my deadline, while at and inspired by the Edward Sharpe and Magnetic Zeros show at Wolf Trap, wishing they had bottled the treasures I just drank at Sehkraft Brewing to-go for my cooler at the show. Poor planning, I know. But sometimes writing, like beer drinking, is done best where you feel at “Home.” Certainly, Sehkraft and Wolf Trap know this about beer and music. For those of you who haven’t been to Arlington’s newest brewery (or maybe you have, but didn’t know the beer was finally released this month), I’ll momentarily introduce you to a new Clarendon nightlife hotbed of entertainment and local culture. With weekly music gigs from the area’s best talent for only $5 most nights, wine nights and tastings, fundraisers, open mics, kids’ programming, and even a monthly trivia night, Sehkraft makes you feel like it’s been there for years. And maybe that’s because it’s the sister bar to Westover Market and Beer Garden just down the street on Washington Boulevard, your home for craft beer, comfort food, fire pits, camel burgers, kimchi, a book club and patio fun for over 10 years (or 50, if you count the market). Add in their killer menu, beer selection and butcher shop, and it’s a win-win, Arlingtonians (times two!) The fact that I’m even explaining this to you all makes me feel silly, being a local, but I’m happy to point you in the right direction. Simply put, both places rock just as much as this show does. Here’s what to drink at CEO Devin Hicks’ Sehkraft Brewing.
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• Hoptastic IPA, 6.9 percent: Every place has that one “money” beer. This is the one for me. Cha-ching! Yummy tropical citrus hops with piney notes, it finishes crisp and juicy (in fact, it makes my mouth all watery in anticipation of the next sip, it’s so good) with residual bitterness at the tail end to let you know it’s an IPA. Absolutely loaded with hops. Rating: Hopsurd! • Good to Go Session IPA, 4.8 percent: Crisp citrusy session IPA that’s dry and drinkable. You can drink these like water all night long on the patio. Rating: “GREAT to go!” • Uber-Awesome IPL, 6.5 percent: Tons of hops create this floury, bright, citrus India Pale lager with a huge, bitter finish. Rating: Bitter beer nerds and hop heads rejoice – this has a ton of both just for you, kiddos! • Amber, 5.5 percent: Not a hop head and want something smooth? Try this caramel-infused, malty red ale. Rating: Decent and super drinkable. A great place to start!
Sehkraft Brewing: 925 North Garfield St. Arlington, VA; 703-841-5889; www.sehkraftbrewing.com
Have a beer for the Bierdo to try? Drop him a line at nick@ontaponline.com.
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June 22 Urban Funk WAVOS The Judy Chops June 23 TBA June 24 TBA June 25 The Cravin Dogs June 27 Last Rewind and June 28 Backbeat Underground June 29 OPEN MIC June 30 Mister F The Rad Trads South Rail w/ The Treads July 1 KIDSROCK! w/ Rainbow Rock July 2-3 The Watt Brothers SOUTH AMERICAN WINE DINNER
Supper Break String Band w/Snakehead Run One Blue Night Taylor Carson Moogatu w/ Agori Tribe OPEN MIC We are The Nine Box Cartel An Evening of Opera and Jazz at the Brewery ft. Danielle Talamantes accompanied by Pianist Henry Dehlinger
Drew Davidsen and Freinds Festival BeCause awareness weekend with ROOSEVELT DIME
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July 23, 2016 Sehkraft Brewing celebrated a three-day grand opening and beer release party. Partygoers enjoyed live music from local bands while trying the brewery’s newest releases. Photos: Cristina O’Connell
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Mad Fox Taproom 2218 Wisconsin Ave. NW Washington D.C. 20011 (202) - 791 - 0389
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Crafting Fermentables at Home By Tammy Portnoy
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ow it begins differs. Some picked up at-home fermentation creation in college because it was cheaper than buying beer, others as an adult hobby after getting a “Mr. Brew Kit” as a present. According to data collected by the Brewers Association in 2013, America has an estimated 1.2 million homebrewers; two-thirds of them only started brewing in the last 10 years. The commonality among homebrewers is their commitment to taking up personal space and time to make their own beer. Thousands from all over gather this month in Baltimore at the 38th Annual National Homebrewers Conference/Homebrew Con 2016 (open only to American Homebrewers Association or Brewers Association members) for seminars, a trade show and events. Homebrews will be shared and recipes swapped. Regional beer clubs will have made
special brews just for the Homebrew Con, like the Baltimore Beer Babes (www.facebook.com/BaltimoreBeerBabes/) who paired up with Baltimore’s Brewer’s Art for a dry-hopped saison. “The most enjoyable aspect of homebrewing is the social aspect of making something you enjoy to drink with those you enjoy,” says Christian Layke, head brewer at Gordon Biersch in Rockville, Md. Layke is a long-time homebrewer and member of the DMV’s homebrew club Brewers United for Real Potables (BURP). Northeast DC’s Hellbender Brewing Company Co-Founders Patrick Mullane and Ben Evans homebrewed together for four years before making business plans. Mullane, a former political operative, has three tips for hopeful homebrewers.
Don’t be intimidated. There’s so much information out there, especially websites that are hard to navigate. So, Mullane recommends finding a local homebrew store that will tailor your setup based on your needs and space.
Embrace your failures. “My first batch of beer turned out great,” Mullane says. “My next one was an unmitigated disaster, and I threw it out before I even finished. Out of your first four of five batches, one of them is going to be undrinkable. Your friends are going to humor you and be really nice in helping drink those cases that you made.”
Start with the classics. “There are different perspectives, but I am a firm believer in mastering red ales, browns, hefeweizens [and] wits. One of these longtime classics done really well means you have a good base and can move on to IPAs, where you’re putting in more hops.”
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That said, some experts suggest starting with IPAs, because then if you mess up your homebrew, you can throw in additional hops to cover up any mistakes. Arlington’s new homebrew store, The Brew Shop on Wilson Boulevard, which opened in February and also has a bottle shop, caters to experienced homebrewers looking for parts for their DIY setups or newbies who get sent out with either an extract or an allgrain, one-gallon ingredient kit. Co-owner Julie Drews says that the one-gallon versus five-gallon kits take up so much less space and work well for apartment or townhouse dwellers. She also points customers toward reference resources, like websites Brewtoad, HomeBrewTalk or BeerSmith Home Brewing. The Brew Shop has its own Android app for recipe guidance and several books in the shop. “I like to recommend really great and classic [books] that are perfect for taking you from your very first brew and beyond, specifically either John Palmer’s How to Brew or [Brewers Association founder] Charlie Papazian’s The Complete Joy of Homebrewing.” BURP members since 1993, couples Pat and Janet Crowe and Tom and Colleen Cannon scoured and followed The Complete Joy of Homebrewing to a tee when they first started homebrewing, almost always as a team, 25 years ago. They keg and give away most of the beer they make. In May, the foursome won the BURP’s annual chili cook-off with their maibock. Competitions among regional beer clubs occur frequently. Occasionally, breweries in the area, like Atlas Brew Works in Northeast DC, will host homebrew contests. And, the number of homebrews entered into the national competition at Homebrew Con 2016 have more than doubled since 2008. “Don’t think you’re going to make cheaper beer than you can buy,” Janet Crowe says. “Do it because it’s social [and] fun, and start simple, like with a stout or pale ale. I caution new brewers to be sensitive to keeping
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it clean, because yeast will eat anything, and more than likely, it will eat the wrong things. Also, be careful [of ] jumping on the sour bandwagon right away. You easily can end up making a sour beer by doing something wrong in the process. Or, you can contaminate your equipment, and you’ll never get out of doing sours.” The theme of cleanliness is big, whether brewing at home or professionally. Layke suggests replacing all hoses once a year to avoid getting a hose infection in your equipment. “They don’t cost that much and it’s worth not having a batch of pale ale taste like a batch of Orval because of the brettanomyces,” says Layke, who fell in love with brewing because of the process and the social sharing of the crafted product. He welcomes homebrewers to hit him up at the brew pub if they need any yeast, or to bring a beer by to talk about it. Then, he points them in the direction of his homebrew club, because “the best way to learn is to talk and see what they brought to share.” Vice president of the DC Homebrewers Club, Sara Bondioli, says, “Once I started going to homebrew club meetings, I got helpful feedback. They could taste it and say, ‘This is pretty good, but maybe next time you could tweak the recipe this way. It might be that you’re keeping the beer too warm, so next time…’ Non-beer friends tend to say the beer is always good because they don’t want to hurt your feelings. So bring beer to people who also brew, and they will be honest and helpful.” Bondioli’s biggest tip to those starting out is to buy an auto-siphon. It costs $6 and she swears it will save many headaches and hours of annoyance.
Check out the American Homebrewers Association for recipes, and to find clubs and competitions in the DC area.
DC Area Homebrew Clubs Brewers and Drinkers Around Silver Spring (BADASS) in Silver Spring, MD: www.badass-beer.com Brewers United for Real Potables (BURP) in Rockville, MD: www.burp.org DC Homebrewers Club in homes/public establishments around the District: www.dchomebrewers.com GRiST Arlington Home Brew Club in Arlington, VA: www.gristhomebrew.com NoVA HomeBrew in Sterling, VA: www.novahomebrew.com Prince William Brewers Guild in Woodbridge, VA: www.pwbg.org Stafford Brewer’s Club in Stafford, VA: www.staffordbrewersclub.com The WortHogs Brew Club in Herndon and Reston, VA: www.worthogs.com
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Summer Drinks on the Patio By Jake Emen
Soak Up Some Sun at These Outdoor Hotspots
The month of May dragged on with a record-breaking stretch of gloomy days and dreariness. I thought it was supposed to be April showers, but I digress. The good news is that there’s no stopping summertime once June hits. Scope out some of the District’s finest outdoor hotspots to grab a refreshing drink or two and soak up that sunshine. Finally. Radiator’s Fancy Pants cocktail Photo: Courtesy of Radiator
Masseria Nestled near Union Market, Masseria showcases a beautiful outdoor patio and courtyard, with the entire restaurant designed to mimic a Puglian countryside estate known as a “masseria.” There are couches and lounge chairs aplenty, along with the latest libations from mastermind Julien-Pierre Bourgon. Try I’ve Often Thought of Becoming a Golf Club ($14), with George Dickel rye whiskey, mint water and Amaro Menta, or the rotating kegged cocktail currently on tap: Giuseppe Ties Mai Tai the Best ($12), with a house blend of rum and Chef Nick Stefanelli’s orgeat, lemon and Don Ciccio amaro. Fun fact: On Tap’s June cover shoot took place at Masseria’s outdoor space. Masseria: 1340 4th St. NE, DC; www.masseria-dc.com Photo: Scott Suchman
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No place in the city does outdoor drinking like Vinoteca does, with both a front patio and a spacious backyard plaza. Out back is where the action is, with Vinoteca’s famous bocce court. You’ll also find a new grill menu, as well as a lineup of a dozen rosés. Or, try a new refreshing seasonal cocktail, such as the M, with house-made lemon vodka wash, Fifty Pounds gin and El Paso de Lazo Blanco, or the Blushing Adonis, with Valdespino Inocente Fino sherry, Cocchi Rosa vermouth and Scrappy’s grapefruit bitters. Cocktails priced from $11 to $16. Vinoteca: 1940 11th St. NW, DC; www.vinotecadc.com
Lupo Verde Lupo Verde showcases a 40-seat gated outdoor patio, perfect for people watching at the busy intersection of 14th and T Streets. Try the DC Spritz, with Don Ciccio & Figli’s Cinque aperitivo, grapefruit, prosecco and orange, or the Rye Bandit, with rye whiskey, DCF’s Amaro delle Sirene and Luna Amara bitters, and orange. When hunger calls, the restaurant’s 100-deep lineup of cheese and charcuterie is available. Bring the pooch too, because dogs are welcome. Cocktails are priced from $12 to $13. Lupo Verde: 1401 T St. NW, DC; www.lupoverdedc.com
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Radiator
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Radiator is brand new to the DC scene, which means there’s a lot to explore. The 50-seat patio showcases a fire pit and shuffleboard, and a mix of tables and lounging areas. Sarah Rosner is behind the bar and has developed a lineup of great cocktails to sample. Try the Rickey Goes to Hawaii, with Aviation gin, lime and li hing powder; the Fancy Pants, with Ford’s gin, sparkling wine, Luxardo Maraschino, Leopbold Bros. absinthe, bitters and tarragon; or the Big Boy Pants, with blended scotch, lemon, raw honey, strawberry and a rosemary garnish. $12 each. Radiator: 1430 Rhode Island Ave. NW, DC; www.radiatordc.com
Del Campo Del Campo has revamped their patio, turning it into a South American beer garden. Therefore, a pint is in order, but perhaps a meal is as well. Why not both? Grab the $22 South American beer garden asado combo, with a 16-ounce Mahou draft, along with an assortment of beef brisket, chorizo, pork shoulder, lamb shoulder and cast-iron chappa bread, served with Del Campo’s chimichurri and ají amarillo aioli sauces. Del Campo: 777 I St. NW, DC; www.delcampodc.com
Takoda Take in the sights from Takoda’s rooftop, a 71-seat roof deck with a 270-degree view of the area, and retractable windows bringing in that summertime breeze. The bar showcases 24 beers on draft and more than 50 American whiskeys. On the cocktail front though, try the Cold Toddy ($12), a summer rendition on the wintertime favorite, with house-made honey syrup, Redemption bourbon, lemon and cinnamon. Takoda: 715 Florida Ave. NW, DC; www.takodadc.com
Espita Mezcaleria Espita Mezcaleria’s 44-seat outdoor patio is now open, and you’re there for the mezcal, right? So try the Mayahuel ($12), a margarita riff showcasing Fidencio Clasico mezcal, Legit Triple, lime and raw agave, or the breezily refreshing Ginger & Cucumber ($10), a tall drink made with mezcal and topped with a cucumber slice. Espita Mezcaleria: 1250 9th St. NW, DC; www.espitadc.com
Locals have a blast at the Yards Park Friday Night Concert Series, featuring free live music every Friday night this summer, plus food, drinks and a great view of the river. Photos: Michelle Goldchain
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Cissa Paz performs
hen many people consider jazz, they think of horns and the men who played them: John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Chet Baker – the list goes on. But women also hold an exalted place in jazz music, and this year’s third annual DC JazzFest at The Yards on the Capitol Riverfront kicks off on June 17 with a tribute to women and their contributions to the genre. The Yards Park events are just one component of the larger DC Jazz Festival that runs from June 10-19. The opening evening at Yards Park is billed as “Grrls Rule,” and features Cissa Paz, Akua Allrich & The Tribe and Sharel Cassity & Elektra. Paz is a Brazilian-born jazz singer who now lives in Northern Virginia, and Allrich is a celebrated jazz vocalist and DC native. Cassity is a New York City-based jazz saxophonist and bandleader. Willard Jenkins, the DC Jazz Festival’s artistic director, says festival organizers are excited to present a bill featuring only women, including a female bandleader in Cassity. “We are presenting two women vocalists and an exceptional woman instrumentalist who is leading a band that has other women instrumentalists,” Jenkins tells On Tap. “We want to highlight that broad perspective and we put [the Grrls Rule event] together as a way to focus on women in jazz.” Paz says she’s honored to be featured on opening night of this year’s festival. “I think it’s really nice that they thought of women, and Brazilian music, because it is not usually represented very much in the festival,” says Paz, who will be performing at the festival for the first time. “I’m honored, and I think it’s one of the greatest jazz fests here in the DC area. I’m happy to be a part of it and that they called me.” Paz says she’s planning on a high energy show that will also showcase a slower number or two.
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“They want it to be high energy so I’ve chosen dance songs,” Paz says. “Even the slow stuff will have some pretty good rhythm.” Paz hopes the festival will expose more people to her music, and jazz music in general. “The people who follow me already know what to expect, but I think this crowd is going to be much bigger and will include a lot of people from different backgrounds and [geographic] areas because of the way they are promoting it,” Paz says. “I think a lot of different people will show up. I’m really looking forward to it.” Jenkins says the festival continues to grow each year and is now a citywide event. Ticketed shows are at Yards Park, the Hamilton, the Sixth & I Historic Synagogue and the Kennedy Center. “We are in all four quadrants and in all eight wards of the city with programming, and much of it is free,” Jenkins explains. “We are the largest citywide festival that DC has, and we try to represent stylistically a broad range of ways of playing this music.” Jenkins says in addition to celebrating women in jazz, this year’s festival will also feature an international component with jazz programs at the French, Japanese, Italian and Portuguese embassies. “This is an international city and we have people who have landed here from all over the world,” Jenkins says. “That is reflected in the musicians’ community and in the fact that we have an ongoing series of presentations with the embassies that has been very successful. We strive to reflect the fact that we live in an international city.” For more information on DC JazzFest at The Yards from June 1719, visit www.dcjazzfest.org/jazzfest-at-the-yards. Check out Paz and fellow performers at Grrls Rule on June 17. Gates open at 5 p.m. and music continues until 10 p.m. The opening night concert is free.
Yards Park: Water Street in SE, DC; 202-465-7080; www.yardspark.org
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Funky and Fresh : Brings New Tunes to 9:30 Club By Jon Kaplan “Whatever it is, it gots to be funky.” That’s the credo of one Andrew Mayer Cohen, better known to music fans in the U.S. and around the world as soul singer Mayer Hawthorne. The Grammy-nominated performer told On Tap of his guiding principle in a recent interview, when asked what ties his various musical projects together. His name comes from a combo of his actual middle name (Mayer) and the name of the street he grew up on, Hawthorne Road in Ann Arbor, Mich. His dad taught him to play bass at age five, and exposed him to music that would influence his later creations. Hawthorne became a DJ in Michigan before eventually moving to LA in 2005. In 2009, he released his debut album, A Strange Arrangement, and followed it with three more in the next few years, culminating in his newest, this year’s Man About Town. He said this newest record has some important distinctions from some of his others. “I produced the new record myself,” he said. “I also mixed and mastered it, and played the majority of the instruments. It’s a little more laid back. The lyrics are a bit more melancholy. It’s definitely my most personal record. Sonically, I incorporated these vintage, electronic drum machines that I’m currently obsessed with. They have this amazing sound that is futuristic but very retro at the same time.” In addition to doing his own thing, Hawthorne has two collaborative side projects, Tuxedo and Jaded Incorporated, which he said make up an important part of his creative life. “Soul music is important,” he said, “but it’s only one side of me. I listen to so many different kinds of music, from Brazilian bossa nova to post-punk new wave to ghetto house. I love it all and I draw inspiration from all of it. These alternative creative outlets are crucial for my sanity.” Hawthorne has also had a chance to collaborate with some music legends in recent years. As part of Daryl Hall’s show Live from Daryl’s House, he performed songs with Hall and also Booker T. Jones from Booker T. & the M.G.’s. “That was totally surreal,” Hawthorne said. “I don’t think I even
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I listen to so many different kinds of music, from Brazilian bossa nova to post-punk new wave to ghetto house. I love it all and I draw inspiration from all of it. These alternative creative outlets are crucial for my sanity.
realized how much I’ve been influenced by both of them until I was in the same room with them and really felt it.” When he makes his stop in DC, Hawthorne might just swing by his favorite restaurant in the area, where he gets to eat as well as visit an artist whose work he admires enough to use on his newest promo materials. “When I think of DC,” he said, “I think of Florida Avenue Grill. Best pancakes in the world and the owner, Imar Hutchins, is an incredible artist who designed the Man About Town tour poster for me.” You can check out those posters – and Hawthorne’s funky tunes – at his 9:30 Club gig on Wednesday, June 29. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $27.85, which includes a free download of Man About Town.
9:30 Club: 815 V St. NW, DC; 202-265-0930; www.930.com
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2016 DC JazzFest celebrates the International Language of Jazz A citywide festival presenting 90+ bands, 300 artists, 60+ venues including Yards Park, The Kennedy Center, The Hamilton Live, area clubs and restaurants, and National Parks venues. Kamasi Washington • Eddie Palmieri Latin Jazz Septet • Cécile McLorin Salvant • Maceo Parker • Regina Carter • Kurt Elling Igmar Thomas & The Revive Big Band with Talib Kweli, Bilal and Ravi Coltrane • Steve Coleman and Five Elements Joey DeFrancesco • Makaya McCraven’s In the Moment/ Marquis Hill Blacktet • Harold Mabern w/Eric Alexander • Steve Turre • Michele Rosewoman & New Yor-uba • Etienne Charles • Cory Henry & The Funk Apostles • Fred Foss • Ben Williams • Ernest Ranglin • Orrin Evans • Cymande Chelsey Greene • The Chuck Brown Band • Matthew Shipp/Bill Cole • Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra • Allyn Johnson • George V. Johnson, Jr • The Lafayette Suite with Laurent Coq & Walter Smith III • Nasar Abadey • Lena Seikaly • Mika Mimura and Band • Reginald Cyntje DC JazzFest Salutes Howard University Jazz at The Kennedy Center feat. Benny Golson, Cyrus Chestnut, Greg Osby, Tim Warfield, Paul Carr • The DCJazzPrix Finalists: Cowboys and Frenchmen, Mark G. Meadows and The Movement, New Century Jazz Quintet • Sharel Cassidy • E.J. Strickland & Transient Beings Cissa Paz • Brad Linde • Michael Thomas Quintet • Jody Nardone • Kenny Rittenhouse & many more
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By Jon Kaplan t first glance, Dead & Company may not have made much sense. Surviving members of the Grateful Dead (minus original bassist Phil Lesh) performing with guitarist John Mayer seemed a bit out of left field. But Mayer had a deep respect and love for the band’s music, and when he got together with guitarist Bob Weir, they both felt something magical. “A year ago last winter, I did a TV show with John,” Weir said in a recent phone interview that also included Mayer. “And we were going to do like two songs, and we did a sound check that lasted about an hour and a half and touched on those two songs briefly, and then just went and kept going. And they finally had to unplug us.” Mayer, who was guest hosting The Late Late Show on CBS, had invited Weir to play, and he also felt the chemistry. “I had never experienced anything like that musically,” Mayer said, “where I floated in that particular place in the sound of the band.” That performance led to the formation of Dead & Company,
which consists of Weir, Mayer, original drummers Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann, bassist Oteil Burbridge, and keyboardist Jeff Chimenti. The band debuted last Halloween at Madison Square Garden and then embarked on a tour. Fans loved it, and the band listened, so this summer will see more shows. Mayer said it’s been an incredible experience to go from being a fan to being part of the band. “What a trip, to be in your car,” he said, “falling in love with this music, and have your point of reference be your experiences in the car listening to music. Then to go on tour, play this music for people [and] have these incredibly deep moments with people. You can see it in their eyes. They’re watching the filmstrip of their life stack as this music plays.” Catch Dead & Company at Jiffy Lube Live on Thursday, June 23 at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $40.
Then to go on tour, play this music for people [and] have these incredibly deep moments with people. You can see it in their eyes. They’re watching the filmstrip of their life stack as this music plays.
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DJ Provoke Brings His Progressive Funk to the DC Dance floor
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For stalwart DC house and disco DJ Patrick Gordy, a journey that started as a way to gain “self-respect” has evolved into a way to create a “positive and sustainable reality” in Washington’s developing, top-tier dance industry. DJ Provoke has discovered a unique tie that binds hip-hop culture, boogie-ready disco tracks, modern soul anthems and house music. In doing so, he’s carved a place for himself in the DC area as a well-respected one-stop shop for underground grooves that expand expectations for those willing to take a step just past mainstream offerings and into a very funky party atmosphere. Provoke tells On Tap that he’s been a DJ and/or producer for 14 years, starting before digital technology was a such a huge part of the DJ industry. He notes, “If you wanted to play a track, you had to go to the record store and dig for it.” His tastes significantly erred toward “positive and ‘intelligent’ rap songs,” namely Public Enemy’s 1990 funk-sampling hit, “Fight The Power.” “I always try to include songs that help humanity and encourage people to not fall in line in my [DJ] sets.” Underground dance’s desire to not “fall in line” is one of the driving forces behind the success of U Street Corridor disco, house and techno hotspot Flash, where Provoke and fellow underground-loving house artist DJ
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house, hip-hop, funk and boogie, and are danceable across all age ranges. Ozker have a residency every other Saturday of each month. He notes that Flash has a “top-notch” sound system and a clientele of “open-minded” dance fanatics who welcome DJs “nerding out” on obscure dance tracks. Provoke can also be heard on Marvin’s roof deck every second and fourth Sunday of the month, and on Eighteenth Street Lounge’s patio about once a month. The DJ is particularly fond of the fact that a lot of people are potentially looking to expand their dance tastes, because so much of the traditional DC workforce is comprised of
government employees who may be tired of “long hours and hard work at their desks,” and could be “looking for something different.” Provoke is looking forward to starting a label that shares a name with his monthly MOdERN CLASS party at Haydee’s in Mount Pleasant. He’s promising limited vinyl pressings of many of the versions of tracks he regularly plays in his sets, plus originals from a slew of fellow local DJs and producers. Regarding the skills that keep his calendar routinely filled, Provoke breaks down his success simply. “My sets are part house, hip-hop, funk and boogie, and are danceable across all age ranges.” His DJ schedule showcases the level of respect and renown his skills have garnered as he prepares to travel to Brooklyn, Manhattan, Richmond, Chicago, LA and San Francisco this summer and fall. However, regarding the nation’s capital, he notes that there’s a thriving scene here of bars and clubs opening, succeeding and, aforementioned as important to the DJ/ producer, “sustaining themselves.” Clearly, when a skilled creative like Provoke and party-ready clubgoers unite, not only a scene, but a DJ too, can excel.
Learn more about DJ Provoke at www.djprovoke.com.
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whose smooth flow is often rooted in funky go-go beats of his hometown. 7 p.m. show. $35-$55. Filene Center at Wolf Trap: 1551 Trap Rd. Vienna, VA; www.wolftrap.org
TUESDAY, JUNE 7 Hamilton Leithauser & Paul Maroon Natives of DC and graduates of the prestigious St. Albans school, Hamilton Leithauser and Paul Maroon made a name for themselves in the 2000s with the band The Walkmen. Leithauser has been pursuing a solo career and released the well-regarded album, Black Hours, in 2014. Recently, Leithauser and Maroon have been collaborating again, and they’ll be here in town on June 3. 7 p.m. show. $18. DC9: 1940 9th St. NW, DC; www.dcnine.com
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SOJA and Wale This early-season show at Wolf Trap delivers a sonic one-two punch from hometown heroes SOJA – an Arlington, Va.-based reggae band, and Wale, a renowned rapper from the District. SOJA’s songs are socially conscious but fun, with razor-sharp rhythms and hooks that lodge in your head for days. Wale is the DMV’s biggest hip-hop export,
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of sorts, Aubele pushes flamenco and various styles of Latin music to the fore while bending the dub and ambient genres in intriguing new directions. Fans of DC’s Thievery Corporation (which produced Aubele’s excellent debut album, Gran Hotel Buenos Aires) would likely find a lot to like in his similarly sexy sound. 8 p.m. show. $18. Jammin’ Java: 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna, VA; www.jamminjava.com
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8 Damien Jurado & The Heavy Light Seattle-based singer-songwriter Damien Jurado has been putting out records for years, never doing the same thing twice. His last three albums, however, culminating in this year’s Visions of Us on the Land, have been a trilogy of sorts. Jurado has often played solo and acoustic, but he’ll be appearing this time in DC with band The Heavy Light backing him. With Ben Abraham opening. 8 p.m. show. $17. Rock & Roll Hotel: 1353 H St. NE, DC; www.rockandrollhoteldc.com
Federico Aubele A native of Argentina, Aubele crafts exquisite, dreamy songs that borrow heavily from dub and trip-hop. A neo-traditionalist
Dolly Parton When Merle Haggard passed away in April, it reminded classic country music fans how much the genre has changed and how few of the legends are still among us. Dolly Parton is a classic country legend if there ever was one. A songwriter of the first order with a crystal-clear, angelic voice, Parton is the voice of such timeless songs as “Jolene,” “Here You Come Again” and “I Will Always Love You.” Dolly still looks – and sounds – fantastic at 70, but she won’t be around forever. What better place to see her perform than under the stars at Wolf Trap this month? 8 p.m. show. $45-$150. Filene Center at Wolf Trap: 1551 Trap Rd. Vienna, VA; www.wolftrap.org
THURSDAY, JUNE 9 Honor by August These mainstays of the DC music scene just keep growing and getting better year after year. They keep releasing quality albums featuring the soaring, rough-hewn vocals of Michael Pearsall. This stop at IOTA will feature them playing an acoustic set, opening for up-and-coming LA-based band The Ruse. 8:30 p.m. show. $10. IOTA Club & Cafe: 2832 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA; www.iotaclubandcafe.com James McCartney If the last name makes you wonder, it should. Yes, he’s Paul and Linda’s son. James McCartney doesn’t try to hide the fact that his dad is a Beatle, even enlisting fellow Beatle kid Dhani Harrison to make a guest appearance on McCartney’s new album, The Blackberry Train. But that doesn’t mean James McCartney doesn’t merit a listen on his own terms; he does and you should. With Aaron Tinjum and the Tangents. 7:30 p.m. show. $20. Jammin’ Java: 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna, VA; www.jamminjava.com Jimmy Thackery and the Drivers Jimmy Thackery once played guitar in Chicago blues legend Muddy Waters’ band. That fact alone would be enough to establish his blues credentials, but Thackery went on to cofound the Nighthawks, who spent 15 years burning up blues clubs across America. Thackery set out on a solo career in 1987, and the hard-rocking electric bluesman has been going ever since. Thackery is a regular on the blues festival circuit and has a reputation for coaxing pure blues fire from his weathered Stratocaster. 8 p.m. show. $18 in advance; $20 at the door. Gypsy Sally’s: 3401 K St. NW, DC; www.gypsysallys.com
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15 Barenaked Ladies This Canadian quartet first shot to fame in the 1990s with the irresistible harmonies and humorous lyrics that drove “If I Had a Million Dollars,” “Hello City” and “One Week” to the top of the charts. Today, they’re still going strong – recording albums, touring and even scoring the theme song to the massively popular television show The Big Band Theory. Barenaked Ladies dropped a live record, BNL Rocks Red Rocks, in late May. In June, you can check out their live show for yourself. With Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) and Howard Jones. 7 p.m. show. $37-$57. Filene Center at Wolf Trap: 1551 Trap Rd. Vienna, VA; www.wolftrap.org
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Boy & Bear Australian indie folk that will move you as well as worming its way into your ear, Boy & Bear are one not to miss. Check out their single “Southern Sun” from their 2013 album Harlequin Dream for an example of their sweeping yet intimate tunes. They’re now touring behind their latest release, last fall’s Limit of Love, produced by Ethan Johns, who’s worked with acts like Ryan Adams and Kings of Leon. 7:30 p.m. show. $20. The Birchmere: 3701 Mt. Vernon Ave. Alexandria, VA; www.birchmere.com
Cymande with Chelsey Green and the Green Project British funk band Cymande will take the stage at the Hamilton Live as part of the DC Jazz Festival, playing songs spanning their prolific music career. Known for their unique blend of funk, soul, reggae, R&B, jazz and rock, the group’s feel-good sound and communal spirit have kept them relevant and enjoyed by a wide range of audiences for the past four decades. Texas-based vocalist/violinist Chelsey Green and the Green Project will open for Cymande with contemporary jazz originals and popular songs that exemplify “violin re-identified.” 7:30 p.m. show. Tickets are $25-$45. The Hamilton Live: 600 14th St. NW, DC; http://live.thehamiltondc.com
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Atlas Road Crew South Carolina’s Atlas Road Crew wears its classic and Southern rock influences on its collective sleeve. But if you’re going to borrow style, you might as well borrow from
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the best. That’s just what this young crew of hotshots does, distilling The Allman Brothers Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Black Crowes and other Southern influences and then adding a dash of classic British rock sound for good measure. While other bands are chasing fads, or veering into synthesized, electro-rock or even electronic dance music, the guys in Atlas Road Crew keep it classic, and it works. 7 p.m. doors. $15. 9:30 Club: 815 V St. NW, DC; www.930.com
Tame Impala Tame Impala occupy a singular place in the realms of both psychedelic rock and EDM, carving out a spot between the two that keeps fans from both genres enthralled. The band’s latest record, Currents, calls to mind everything from contemporary hip-hop and 80s-era Michael Jackson to deep-fried 70s funk and swaths of future pop filtered through a thoroughly modern psychedelic third eye. Kevin Parker, the band’s shaggily charismatic lead singer and chief songwriter, brings a showman’s instincts to Tame Impala’s live shows. 7 p.m. show. $40-$55. Merriweather Post Pavilion: 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy. Columbia, MD; www.merriweathermusic.com
beyond. Maceo Parker is the living, breathing pulse which connects the history of funk in one golden thread. This is your chance to catch the living legend live. Two shows at 7:30 and 10 p.m. $19-$42. The Hamilton Live: 600 14th St. NW, DC; http://live.thehamiltondc.com
Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band What can you say about Ringo Starr? If you don’t know (and we hope you do), he was the drummer for The Beatles. He sometimes gets a bad rap, but if you ask any musician who knows (including the other three Beatles), he’s one of the best drummers of all time. He now tours with his “All Starr Band” every year, which is a raucous combo of musicians from various 60s and 70s bands. 8 p.m. show. Tickets start at $75. Warner Theatre: 513 13th St. NW, DC; www.warnertheatredc.com
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Maceo Parker Maceo Parker’s name is practically synonymous with funk. The longtime saxophone master started his career with none other than James Brown, an experience that Parker has described as “like being at university.” After training at the side of the soul-funk master, Parker joined George Clinton and Bootsy Collins as a sideman in Parliament-Funkadelic in the 1980s. Then, a guy named Prince came calling, so Maceo Parker hit the road with the Purple One for much of the 1990s and
Diplo The American DJ, record producer, rapper and songwriter got his big break when British rapper-musician M.I.A. heard him playing some of her own tracks as he manned the decks in a London club. The two became friends, collaborators and eventually romantic partners. Their relationship has faded but Diplo remains one of the hottest DJ’s in the world, and is the co-creator and lead member of the electronic dancehall music project, Major Lazer, and along with producer and Skrillex, part of the electronic duo Jack Ü. 9 p.m. doors. Tickets available at the door only; check website for details. Echostage: 2135 Queens Chapel Rd. NE, DC; www.echostage.com
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SUNDAY, JUNE 19 The Okee Dokee Brothers This Americana duo from Minneapolis by way of Denver calls themselves family music, but they are entertaining for kids and parents alike. They put a big emphasis on camping, hiking and nature in general, and often go on trips that inspire their music. Their latest album, Saddle Up, was just released in May. 5:30 p.m. show. $12. AMP by Strathmore: 11810 Grand Park Ave. North Bethesda, MD; www.ampbystrathmore.com
TUESDAY, JUNE 21 Mark Lanegan Maybe best known as the lead singer of 90s band The Screaming Trees, and their hit song “Nearly Lost You,” Mark Lanegan has been keeping a steady solo career going at the same time. His distinctive baritone voice and moody songs have gained a sizable following. 7 p.m. show. $30. Rock & Roll Hotel: 1353 H St. NE, DC; www.rockandrollhoteldc.com Ziggy Marley Now 47 years old – over a decade older than his dad, Bob Marley, was when he died – Ziggy Marley has just released his sixth solo album, this one self-titled. The first single, “We Are the People,” follows in his dad’s footsteps, spreading a message of peace, love and unity through reggae music. 8 p.m. show. $34.50. The Fillmore: 8656 Colesville Rd. Silver Spring, MD; www.fillmoresilverspring.com
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THURSDAY, JUNE 23 Robert Ellis Texan Robert Ellis is on tour this summer to promote his self-titled, self-produced fourth studio album, out this month. The singersongwriter/guitarist combines country, pop and jazz with poignant lyrics on his latest album, from the single “Drivin’” about nursing a broken heart to “Perfect Strangers,” a “meditation on what brings people together.” Folk musician Tom Brosseau will open. 7:30 p.m. show. $12.25-$17.25. The Hamilton Live: 600 14th St. NW, DC; http://live.thehamiltondc.com Sting & Peter Gabriel If there was a contest to determine which classic rock ‘n’ roller has preserved himself best, the man formerly known as Gordon Sumner – a.k.a. Sting – might take the crown. The 64-year-old icon’s devotion to veganism, yoga and tantric sex has kept him looking years younger than his peers, and presumably gives him a spry stage presence as well. Sting has veered into esoteric folk and other sounds in recent years, but this show with fellow Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Peter Gabriel of Genesis and “Sledgehammer” fame promises to deliver a healthy dose of 80s and 90s hits. 8 p.m. show. Check www.ticketmaster.com for ticket prices. Verizon Center: 601 F St. NW, DC; http://verizoncenter.monumentalsportsnetwork.com
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Yael Naïm This Israeli-French singer-songwriter made her mark in 2008 after her single “New Soul” was used by Apple in an ad campaign for the MacBook Air laptop. Since then, she’s released three more albums, including 2015’s Older, and continued to make music with her partner in creative work as well as life, percussionist David Donatien. 7:30 p.m. show. $30-$45. The Hamilton Live: 600 14th St. NW, DC; http://live.thehamiltondc.com
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Dr. John & the Nite Trippers A six-time Grammy Award-winning musician and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Dr. John is the embodiment of New Orleans music, a bluesy shaman who has played with a who’s who of musical greats including Aretha Franklin, Eric Clapton and The Rolling Stones. Dr. John’s own unique blend of voodoo mysticism, funk, rhythm & blues and psychedelic rock makes
for a potent musical stew, especially when punctuated by his instantly recognizable Cajun growl. His 2013 album, Night Tripper, saw Dr. John nominated for a Grammy once again, proof that some things just get better with age. 8 p.m. show. $50-$70. The Howard Theatre: 620 T St. NW, DC; www.thehowardtheatre.com Jah Works Jah Works is a band of brothers based out of Baltimore, Md. dedicated to writing, recording and performing original reggae music. A heavy dose of drum and bass combined with sweet melodies, vocal harmony and catchy hooks are the group’s trademarks. Catch them at Yards Park’s Friday Night Concert Series on Friday, June 24. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Yards Park: Water Street in SE, DC; www.yardspark.org The Pimps of Joytime Exuberant and funky are just two words that accurately describe the multidimensional sound of The Pimps of Joytime, a band comprised of a hybrid of musical hotbeds: New Orleans and Brooklyn. With The Pimps, you’re never sure what you might get – even in the construct of a single song. Deep bluesy grooves might morph into a full-on EDM dance beat. Consider The Pimps of Joytime a “post-genre” band; they’re a group whose sound mirrors the wide diversity of our era’s musical tastes without sounding derivative. 9 p.m. show. $15 in advance; $20 at the door. Gypsy Sally’s: 3401 K St. NW, DC; www.gypsysallys.com
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SATURDAY, JUNE 25 Bonnie “Prince” Billy & Bitchin’ Bajas Will Oldham is an actor and musician, and when he releases music, it’s generally under the Bonnie “Prince” Billy name. (From 93-97, it was Palace). He’s appeared with Zach Galifianakis in a Kanye West video, but now he’s collaborating with the band Bitchin’ Bajas, and they have a new album out, Epic Jammers and Fortunate Little Ditties. With Highlife. 8 p.m. show. $30 in advance; $35 at the door. Sixth & I: 600 I St. NW, DC; www.sixthandi.org Randy Bachman The man known as the “architect of Canadian rock ‘n’ roll” weaves together his iconic hits from the Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive with the often humorous stories that brought the songs to life. Inspired by his award-winning radio show Vinyl Tap, Bachman gives a guided tour to his storied career. 8 p.m. show. $49.50-$90. The Howard Theatre: 620 T St. NW, DC; www.thehowardtheatre.com
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MUSIC PICKS SUNDAY, JUNE 26 Guns N’ Roses Reunion Tour The legendary rock ‘n’ roll band Guns N’ Roses is back on tour this summer and stopping at FedEx Field for a historic appearance. This is the first time since the “Use Your Illusion” tour in 1993 that the classic lineup of Axl Rose, Slash and Duff McKagan are playing together. The “Not in This Lifetime” tour echoes the sentiment that many fans had that the band would not ever get back together. The tour started off at Coachella in April and has been steamrolling across the country since. Catch it while you can. 8 p.m. show. Tickets start at $45.50. FedExField: 1600 Fedex Way, Greater Landover, MD; www.redskins.com/fedexfield
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MONDAY, JUNE 27 - TUESDAY, JUNE 28 Paul Simon Paul Simon, creator of some of America’s most iconic songs, makes his Wolf Trap debut this summer. Expect to hear classics like “You Can Call Me Al,” “Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard” and “50 Ways to Leave Your Lover,” as well as more unfamiliar songs from Simon’s brand new album, Stranger to Stranger. Both shows at 8 p.m. $48-$130. Wolf Trap Filene Center: 1551 Trap Rd. Vienna, VA; www.wolftrap.org
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29 Mayer Hawthorne As blue-eyed soul goes, Mayer Hawthorne is a leader of the current crop of contenders. In addition to his requisite sweet, soulful voice, Hawthorne can play every instrument on the stage. Hawthorne is well-rooted in the R&B and soul of nearby Motown, but he takes a decidedly 21st-century approach to his craft. On his latest, Man About Town, Hawthorne chronicles the trials and tribulations of the bachelor’s life in the big city. Sometimes Hawthorne puts a confident groove on, other times he’s vulnerable and sincere. Both have their undeniable charms. $27.85 includes a download of Man About Town. 7 p.m. doors. 9:30 Club: 815 V St. NW, DC; www.930.com
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FRIDAY, JULY 1 B Street Band Don’t miss New Jersey’s original Springsteen tribute band – around since 1980 and one of the longestrunning tribute bands in the world – at Yards Park for a “Born in the U.S.A.” kickoff to the July 4th weekend. B Street Photo: Will Forte Band will be performing as part of the Park’s Friday Night Concert Series from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Show is free. Yards Park: Water Street in SE, DC; www.yardspark.org
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