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Michael Rankin | 202.271.3344

The perfect blend of home and garden in the city, this freestanding gambrel roof Dutch colonial is situated on a one quarter acre lot in the vibrant East Village. A total renovation was completed in 2010. Features include double living rooms, gourmet European kitchen with top appliances, 5 bedrooms, pool and private garden with pond. $3,195,000.

Circa 1900 semi-detached brick townhouse across from Tudor Place. Renovated 4BR/3.5BA offers wood floors, chef ’s kitchen w/ table space, large formal dining rm, step down living rm with FP and French doors that open to garden. Master suite w/ luxury limestone bath & WIC. South facing garden with mature plantings, slate and brick terraces and water feature. 2 Car Pkg. $2,495,000.

Large center hall Colonial with incredible curb appeal. Main level w/living room, sep. dining room, study, family room, breakfast room, renovated kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances. Unique paneled library on 2nd level, master bdrm w/fireplace. Potential au pair suite on lower level. 2-car attached garage and 2-car driveway. Large yard plus patio/garden. $2,450,000.

Complete restoration plus new addition of spacious Dining Room or Den. Elegant entertaining rooms lead to professionally designed southern garden. Well appointed chef ’s kitchen & breakfast area, 4 exquisite Bedrooms & 4 sublime Waterworks marble Baths, Office and Closets all w/ custom built-ins. Excellent storage throughout. Driveway parking. $2,250,000.

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Julia Diaz-Asper | 202.256.1887

Jonathan Taylor | 202.276.3344

Michael Rankin | 202.271.3344

Elegant E. Village home with great entertaining flow features beautiful parlor w/built-ins, wood burning fireplace and French doors overlooking very private landscaped garden. Separate DR seats 14+. Garden facing Master suite w/2 walkin closets. Two extra Bedrooms and hall bath. Lower level Lib/Den/Media room w/ sound system. Staff quarters. Attached Garage. $2,185,000.

Whimsical and sophisticated Edwardian style home. Elegant foyer, charming and spacious dining room, updated kitchen with breakfast nook. Large reception room opens to garden. Master suite w/ great closet space. Two additional BR’s and hall BA. Lower level in-law suite. Two story carriage house is a bonus. Two car parking. $2,100,000.

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Magnificent colonial on a great block, 6BR/4.5BA, 3 fireplaces, kitchen with attached family room, dramatic two-story library, separate dining room, lower level with second family room and au pair suite. Lovely rear yard and patio, 1-car garage. $1,995,000.

Exceptional 5BR, 3.5BA Federal on highly desired Cambridge Place offers 4-levels of renovated living space. Features include Waterworks Baths, renovated kitchen with center island and top appliances including Thermador, Sub-Zero and Bosch. Finished LL with rec room. Private rear garden with professional landscaping. Amazing light throughout the house. $1,845,000.

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Maggie Shannon | 202.486.4752

Diana Hart | 202.271.2717

Julia Diaz-Asper | 202.256.1887 Daniel Miller | 202.669.6478

Jack Shoptaw | 202.821.9791

Totally renovated 2BR, 2BA condo in an outstanding location. This 2 level space w/ southern exposure feat an open floor plan, gourmet KIT w/granite, Bosch dishwasher, SS appliances and breakfast bar. The LR features custom built-ins, wood floors thru-out. The LL features the MBR, MBA, 2nd BR & large storage closet. The bldg roof deck offers pool, BBQ/Grill, changing rms & incredible views. $1,098,000.

Highly desirable apt at The Colonnade! Large 2BR 2.5BA with stunning open views over front gardens. Fabulous renovation! Formal DR & large balcony. Pool, fitness & more. A lovely home in a gracious doorman bldg. Shown only by appt. Other units coming soon! $859,000.

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Charming historic Georgetown Federal residence in the W. Village. Original architectural elements throughout. Abundance of sunlight from 6 south-facing windows. 2 Bedrooms/1 Bath, original hardwood floors of varying plank widths, crown moldings, chair railings, woodburning fireplace in L/R, French doors to lovely garden and brick patio. $745,000.

Georgetown, Washington, D.C. 202.333.1212

HGTV chose this great property for their show “My First Sale”. Fully updated with fresh paint, lighting, hardwoods, HVAC, windows and blinds. Impressive 2BR/2BA unit in the heart of Georgetown with 600sqft basement and underground garage parking for lease. $639,900.

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It was great to see old and young together, happily dancing during the Vincent Gray celebration on election night at the Washington Court Hotel near Capitol Hill. We had to wait until 2 a.m. for the future mayor to address the crowd, but the atmosphere was electric. You don’t get to experience that kind of joy often enough.

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US Navy Memorial Lone Sailor Awards featuring Bill Cosby and former Redskin quarterback Eddie LeBaron 912 Tea Party march and rally Values Voter Summit featuring nationally known conservatives funky looking kids waiting in line for the Lady Gaga Concert at the Verizon Center Aerial dancers at the Penn Quarter Arts on Foot Festival

Kids waiting in line for the Lady Gaga Concert at the Verizon Center - Fans line up for the best locations nearest the stage for Lady Gaga’s Monster Ball Tour at the Verizon Center in Washington DC on September 7, 2010

The US Navy Memorial honored WW2 Vet Lanier Phillips, Bill Cosby, and Redskin quarterback great Eddie LeBaron with Lone Sailor Awards during a black tie dinner and ceremony at the National Building Museum on Sept. 15, 2010.

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Tea Partiers, many dressed in colonial garb, marched down Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington DC for a second 9/12 rally on September 12, 2010.

1. DC mayoral candidate Council Chairman Vincent Gray supporters rally at the Newseum. Mayor Adrian Fenty and Vincent Gray are about to debate, two weeks before their crucial September 14 Democratic primary. The debate was held at The Newseum’s Walter and Leonore Annenberg Theater in Washington DC on September 1, 2010. Among the topics discussed were unemployment, public safety and schools. Lady Gaga’s Monster Ball Tour at the Verizon Center in Washington DC on September 7, 2010

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3. Presidential hopeful Mike Huckabee meets his supporters at the Values Voter Summit in Washington DC on September 17, 2010.

2. Aerial dancers at the Penn Quarter Arts on Foot Festival - Aerial dance at the Penn Quarter Arts on Foot Festival Marking its 18th anniversary, Arts on Foot is a multimedia Festival that kicks o ff the fall arts season in Downtown DC’s Penn Quarter

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Library of Congress’ National Book Festival will feature more than 70 authors, including Laura Bush who will be speaking about her new book “Spoken from the Heart.” There will be the launch of Gateway to Knowledge, a new Library of Congress interactive and fully mobile exhibit, to share the Library’s resources and history with students and under served communities. More than 80 award-winning authors, illustrators and poets will be giving lectures and speaking with visitors, including Jonathan Franzen, Ken Burns, and Salman Rushdie. There will also be a chance for kids to meet their favorite PBS characters. Beginning at 10 a.m. on the National Mall.

8th Annual Turkish Festival Washington DC’s Turkish Festival offers a full day of free activities that range from lively folk dancing and musical performances to arts and crafts activities for children and adults. The Festival brings together a wide range of artists and more than 15,000 Washingtonians in an environment that fosters intellectual curiosity and leads to engaging interactions, all while enjoying Turkish food and coffee, browsing and shopping at the Turkish Bazaar, and watching mesmerizing stage performances. Beginning at 11 a.m. on Pennsylvania Ave. NW, between 12th and 14th St. Free.

OCTOBER 5 DC Latin American Film Showcase kicks off its film series at GALA Hispanic Theatre. Free screenings representative of the best in the Latin American, Spanish, and Portuguese film industries will run through October 11. For more information visit www.galatheatre.org

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WalkingTown and BikingTown DC Cultural Tourism DC is sponsoring over 100 free walking and biking tours throughout the city. Even a seasoned local can find something they’ve never seen before. Visit www.culturaltourismdc.org for the full list of tours.

SEPTEMBER 26 Washington’s Hispanic Community will kick off its enormously popular annual festival on Mt. Pleasant Street, beginning at 12 p.m. Enjoy five performance stages and a parade of over 30 folk and dance groups. Free.

OCTOBER 1 Unspoken Words - Dance Latin America. Presented by El Teatro de Danza Contemporanea de El Salvador (TDC) TDC, in one of the first Latin American Dance festivals in the District, presents a multifaceted program of classical and contemporary Latin American Dance showing the unspoken stories from El Salvador, Cuba, Mexico and Columbia. Through October 3. 3225 8th Street NE. Tickets are $10 - $25. For more information call 202 269-1600.

OCTOBER 2 Washington DC’s Walk for Farm Animals. Celebrity fitness trainer Bob Harper (“The Biggest Loser”) is teaming up with Farm Sanctuary, the nation’s leading farm animal protection organization, on a walk to raise awareness and money for the cause. Pre-registration is required for the walk, which is one of over 75 like it taking place in the U.S. and Canada. The goal is to one day end the unnecessary suffering endured by animals raised for food on a daily basis-foods often linked to obesity. To register, visit WalkForFarmAnimals.org.

Marrakesh Palace From 6 – 9 p.m., come participate in the first in a series of events highlighting the local customs and artisan traditions of various countries. Morocco will immerse you in the history and culture of this fascinating North African nation through experiences such as engaging discussions with the local Moroccan community, delicious Moroccan cuisine served with wine and beer, a traditional welcome ceremony, including dates and mint tea, an exotic souq experience, featuring Moroccan goods, tattoos by Moroccan henna artists, and lively entertainment, including music, activities, and festivities! General admission is $35, with a VIP option for $50.00, which includes a Nest tote and goodies. 2147 P Street NW. For more information, visit www.BuildANest. com/Events

OCTOBER 16 Market Salamander in Middleburg, VA, is offering Tailgates-To-Go for those attending the International Gold Cup at Great Meadow near The Plains, VA, on October 16. The menus can be viewed online at www.marketsalamander.com and feature three prepared baskets starting at $12.50 per person. The Market will also customize a basket featuring a variety of side items and wines. Receive a fifth basket free with every four baskets ordered (applicable up to eight baskets). All orders must be placed by October 12. Call Tatum Jelinek at 540-687-8011 or tjelinek@market-salamander.com.

OCTOBER 26-31 Washington International Horse Show An equestrian tradition since 1958, the Washington International Horse Show brings top horses and riders from the U.S. and abroad, including Olympic champions, to the nation’s capital to compete for prize money and championship titles. About 500 horses participate in show jumping, hunters and equitation events during the six-day show. Entertaining exhibitions, community events and specialty shopping in more than 50 boutiques round out this family-friendly show. WIHS is a charitable organization. Two performances are held daily, except Sunday. For more information, visit www.wihs.org Do you have your own event that everyone should know about? Go to Georgetowner.com and add it to our events list!

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John Stewart Rallies to “Restore Sanity”

hursday night, media satirist John Stewart announced his intentions to host a rally on the National Mall on October 30. However, unlike how pundit Glenn Beck’s rally, earlier this month, toted to “restore honor” to the country, Stewart aims to “restore sanity”. Already, Stewart’s rally looks to be more of an anti-rally; he himself has labeled the event a “million moderate march.” Stewart has promised pre-made signs, as he expects rational participants will not be zealous enough to make their own. Clearly, his goal is to lampoon the overblown protests of recent months, staged by the left and right. Not to be outdone, in Sharpton-esque fashion Steven Colbert will stage his own counter-rally. Colbert announced his own effort to “restore truthiness” with a “March to Keep Fear Alive”. Stewart will be in D.C. to film episodes of the Daily Show between October 25 and 28, leading up to his rally. Colbert’s march will occur the same day. Both “protests” are sure to lighten the debate surrounding the events of August 28 and allow the denizens of the district an opportunity to laugh and shake their heads at the surrounding chaos.

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H Street Festival as Popular as Ever

housands of people flooded the 7th annual H Street Festival in Washington for a day of live music, art, shopping and

more. Organized by H Street Main Street, a nonprofit organization, as a way to expose the dynamic D.C. community and revive the neighborhood as a destination for arts and entertainment. However, the H Street corridor was not always a popular area. After years of as a neighborhood of abandoned buildings, in recent years a number of performing arts venues have reopened, including the Rock and lsquo;n’ Roll Hotel and the Atlas Performing Arts Center. As a result, the community has blossomed into a home for

artists, one-of-a-kind shops and delicious restaurants sought out by Washingtonians. “Nothing you see on H Street is a duplication of what you see from one quadrant [of Washington] to another quadrant,” said Anwer Saleem, executive director of HSMS.

‘Capital Bikeshare’ Officially Launched

ashington D.C. and Arlington County debuted Capital Bikeshare on September 21, the largest bike sharing program in the United States. 1,100 bikes are now available to members at 100 kiosks throughout the District and Northern Virginia (Denver and Minneapolis are the other two cities in the US with significant bike share programs.).

The previous iteration of the District’s bike share system, SmartBike, launched in 2008. Operated by Clear Channel Communications, it never really caught fire. One of the biggest reasons it didn’t catch on was the mandatory $40 annual subscription fee, an immediate impediment for those who only wanted to use the service a couple of times a year or tourists, only in town for a matter of days. The new service offers more flexible options: you can sign up for an introductory yearly rate of $50, which will go up to $75, or you can sign up for a $5 day pass. Capital Bikeshare is modeled on the bike share service in Montréal. It’s a public-private partnership, funded by user fees and operated and maintained with private companies. DC’s program is operated by Alta Bike Sharing, based in Portland, Oregon.

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tréal. But Gabe Klein, DC’s Director of Transportation, wants to increase the number of bikes to 2,200 within a year.

SWW Awarded 2010 National Blue Ribbon

Vendor grilling up some delicious kabobs at the 2nd annual H Street Festival

Washington will have nowhere near as expansive a system as some other major cities with bike share programs like Lyon, Paris, and Mon-

hursday, September 9, School Without Walls, the D.C. magnet high school, was named a 2010 National Blue Ribbon School. This year only around 300 public and private schools nationwide were granted this distinction by the U.S. Department of Education. Mayor Adrian Fenty, controversial Public Schools Chancellor Michelle Rhee, and Department of Education Secretary Arne Duncan were among those present for the announcement of the award. With the award comes the recognition that Schools Without Walls has made great strides in enabling its students to achieve, especially disadvantaged students and those belonging to minorities. Other schools that have earned the award within the last three years are Noyes and Murch, though Schools Without Walls is unique in its partnership with George Washington University. The relationship has enabled juniors and seniors in high school to take college-level courses and get acclimated to a university class environment. 20 such students are enrolled at George Washington currently, with DC Public Schools covering the costs. Schools Without Walls also boasts a 100 percent acceptance rate of students into four-

year universities. This is incredible when you consider that the school only reopened last fall, following renovations that provided the students with advanced I.T. resources and followed green standards. The school now ranks 112 among Newsweek’s top high schools in the country.

New Metro Stop Names

n September 13, the ANC 6D voted 4-1 to lengthen the names of the Navy Yard and Waterford/SEU metro stations. The vote took place at the behest of the Capitol Riverfront BID, although any resulting changes will need to be approved by DDOT and WMATA. Among the desired additions were the inclusions of Capitol Riverfront and Nationals Park in the Navy Yard title and Arena Stage in Waterfront’s. ANC 6D was on board with the alterations; however, one stipulation was that Capitol Riverfront could not appear first among the growing list of sites to be included in the Navy Yard label. Still, as Washington blog DCist notes, in recent years Green Line metro stop descriptors have gotten out of hand. At what point do titles cease being informative and start being excessive? Locals have little use for sentence-long destinations, so the move seems more of a ploy to draw in unassuming tourists to particular local attractions. Hopefully, this is a trend on the wane, otherwise “map” may soon become another literary genre.

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For Vincent Gray, One Path to Victory Began in Georgetown By Robert Devaney

he way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, they say. In Vincent Gray’s case, one way to decide to run for mayor of the District of Columbia included a Italian dinner in Georgetown – with some pretty persuasive women. On February 20, at il Canale on 31st Street, the future D.C. mayor met with Virginia E. Hayes Williams (mother of former D.C. Mayor Anthony Williams), civic activist Judith Terra, communications consultant Janet Staihar, Barbara Hawthorn, designer of il Canale’s interior, as well as il Canale owner Joe Farruggio (who is apolitical). The women were there to convince Gray to run against Mayor Adrian Fenty in the September 14 Democratic primary. After the three-and-a-half hour meal – with pizzas, pasta, fish, pasta e fagioli (Italian bean and potato soup), risotto with clams, and for dessert cannoli and tiramisu – according to Staihar, Gray left saying he would consider all they talked about. He would later joke during the campaign: “I will never forget the dinner with Virginia Williams, Judith Terra and Jan Staihar. Finally, I just said, ‘Okay! Okay! I give up. I’ll run!’ “ (The dinner was noted in the Feb. 22 Washington Post’s “Reliable Source.”) “The purpose of the dinner was to encourage Vince to enter the race,” Staihar said. “Most people dining around us had no idea who Vince was at the time. We had two tables pulled together and sat right in plain sight near the bar. When we introduced Vince as the next possible mayor to a few of the diners, they looked at us like we had just landed from Mars.”

he recent bed bug epidemic suggests we’re headed for the developing world, but not on the glamorous Orient Express. In fact, as those ever-richer nations show off the new transport and trappings of wealth, we sink further into poverty. For two years the media has compared America’s woes to the worst periods in history, but two recent books suggest the nation’s plight raises the specter of much poorer nations. In “Third World America: How Politicians are Abandoning the Middle Class and Betraying the American Dream,” Arianna Huffington documents the deteriorating infrastructure and the travails of formerly middle-class workers. “Winner-Take-All Politics: How Washington Made the Rich Richer – and Turned Its Back on the Middle Class” explains how 30 years of tax cuts and regulatory inaction have led to the hyperconcentration of wealth in the richest one percent. Both advocate for broad initiatives focused on the concerns of the middle class. Given our unfair past, unpleasant reality, and painful prospects, we agree. “It’s morning in America,” as President Reagan’s ad announced. But it’s shaping into a lousy day. Many of us aren’t going to work – almost one in five are under- or unemployed, including a record number of youths. For those with jobs, the commute is going to be a drag – for one in eight it starts by 6 a.m. One in four bridges we cross are deficient. We aren’t stopping at Starbucks – one in nine families can’t make a minimum payment on

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At Feb. 20 il Canale dinner, Virginia Williams (mother of former D.C. Mayor Anthony Williams), City Council Chairman Vincent Gray and Judith Terra; standing is il Canale owner Joe Farruggio. Photo by Janet Staihar.

Which, of course, is not to say that Gray decided to run that night. He declared his candidacy several weeks later, in response to many issues, among them the growing concerns with Fenty’s abrasive, aloof style of management and the voiced feelings of neglect issuing from the less wealthy areas of town. As for the arguments put forth during that meal, the women are tight-lipped, preferring to talk up

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a credit card, unless perhaps they’re taking food stamps. An all-time high of one in eight families collect them each month. Tonight will be rough too. For the almost one in seven losing their homes or late with their loans (and one in fifty homeless children), finding somewhere to sleep could be challenging. Historically, the status quo is horrific. Real income sank over the last decade and home prices nearly went flat. Each grew little since Reagan was president. But things look much better if you’re much bigger. American companies save $100 billion in taxes through offshore havens each year. Companies with appalling safety and compliance records get off lightly. Investment banks are posting high profits doing the same risky things, now in the name of clients. Known bad-actor BP paid only $580,000 in penalties over a decade and fought safety measures that might have prevented the devastating Gulf disaster. Massey’s Upper Big Branch mine, cited for 515 violations and closed more than 60 times in 2009, exploded last spring. Yet after wrecking lives and economies, these companies and industries successfully fight changes to head off future calamities. The Republicans and Tea Partiers look forward to taking over Congress, but look back for inspiration. The right wing is resurrecting Reagan’s rhetoric. They are again selling “supply side economics” – cuts to taxes, services and regulations – and enormous military expenditures. Republicans are again pushing hard to return money to the wealthiest over those who’ve just lost their wealth. Almost 40 cents of every dollar gain of household income, from 1979 through the eve of the recent recession, went to the wealthiest one percent.

Gray’s positive attributes. “We needed someone to unite the city,” Terra recalled this week, staying with the Gray slogan: “One City.” The long-time Georgetown resident and philanthropist who now resides on Colorado Avenue, N.W., added: “We need a statesman. I watched this man. He is the best chairman of the city council we have ever had. He is a prince of a man. He is going to be a great mayor.”

The top 300,000 people (one-tenth of one percent) enjoyed about one-and-one-half times the growth of the bottom 180 million (60 percent) between 1979 and 2005. Despite Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell’s sympathy for the rich, cutting taxes is one of the least efficient ways to create jobs. The Congressional Budget Office ranked extending Bush tax cuts as the least effective option to promote growth. Cutting taxes for the rich, who can already afford to spend and tend to save, makes even less sense. The right wing also rails against “big government.” They attempt to eliminate the logical answer as to who might protect the houses, credit safety, and jobs of Americans jeopardized by this crisis. Instead, they advocate trusting in the market, companies, and environment that created it. These trickle-down economic policies benefit well-rewarded companies and the wealthy, while harming the middle class. Since 2008, Democrats have proposed broad solutions to safeguard the pocketbooks, cities, and futures of working class Americans. The right wing has either stopped or watered down many of these initiatives. Republicans are expected to assume the mantle of Congressional leadership in January. With it will come even greater accountability to all Americans. The right can adopt broadly endorsed defense cuts, infrastructure investment, recession relief, and regulation expansion. If not, Republican and Tea Party candidates must create other credible and comprehensive solutions. Otherwise, a deepening economic crisis could send our income and home values back to the 1980’s. And those of us who lived in the “best country in the world” will want to wake up somewhere else.

he primary election is over! Congratulations to Vince Gray, who will be the Democratic nominee for Mayor, and to Kwame Brown who will be the nominee to Council Chair. As someone who has been down this road before, I greatly appreciate the hard work and dedication to our city that went into those successful campaigns, and I look forward to working with them on what is best for our entire city. I have had good working relationships with both men. I am especially encouraged by Vince Gray’s early outreach, within days after the primary election, to plan town hall meetings in each Ward of the city, in recognition that he did not win every Ward. I think this is a very good gesture in the right direction in fostering a much needed dialogue which will help our city move forward together, and allow all of us to get to know one another better. We have tremendous challenges facing us in both the near and long term – not least of which is the potential continued weakness in the economy, which will have implications for the District’s revenue and budget, as well as an impact on unemployment and demands for social services. It is quite possible the Chief Financial Officer, Dr. Natwar Gandhi, will come to us with more bad news on the revenue side of the balance sheet this month – and it could be one of the first challenges as we return from Council summer recess to redo the FY 2011 before it starts October 1st. Other efforts will continue as well, such as school reform, how to continue to create an investment climate for our economy to keep “growing the pie,” and how to make our public safety agencies work for everyone across the city. I look forward to approaching these issues and more with new vigor as we move forward to make Ward 2 – and the entire city – the best place that it can possibly be.

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y Tuesday, you might’ve been deceived into thinking nothing had changed in Washington, D.C. Vincent Gray was still sitting in his accustomed Chairman’s seat as the DC Council returned, preparing to tackle ticklish and problematic issues including a looming budget deficit reported at $100 million. At Large Councilman Kwame Brown was in his old seat, and so was Democratic At Large Councilman Phil Mendelson and every other member of the council who had stood for re-election. Everyone, including Mary Cheh (Ward Three), Jim Graham (Ward One), David Catania (At large), Harry Thomas Jr. (Ward Five), and Tommy Wells (Ward Six), was there, no worse for the wear and tear of campaigning. Michael A. Brown was in his seat, not confused with the likes of Michael D. Brown. Mayor Adrian Fenty was still Mayor Adrian Fenty. When last heard, Michelle Rhee was still Chancellor of the District of Columbia Schools. Everything was the same. Except that it wasn’t. Gray was now something else, in addition to being Chairman of the City Council. Gray was now the presumptive mayor of the District of Columbia—the sixth and oldest in its history— having just knocked off the youngest elected mayor in D.C.’s history in the Democratic Primary, September 14. He had done this in an election that revealed a deep economic and racial divide in the city. The vagaries of the District electoral makeup being what they are, he has still to endure a general election in November. But this, as it has been in the past, should be a mere formality, with Democrats in the District outnumbering Republicans or anything else by an overwhelming margin. Kwame Brown, as it turned out, easily bested Vincent Orange in the race for Chairman, in spite of some difficulties with financial revelations during the campaign. Phil Mendelson, with a determined effort to make sure voters knew who the real Michael Brown was, managed to fend off an odd challenge from Shadow Senator Michael D. Brown, and a lesser one from Clark Ray. But Gray’s victory over Fenty still sent a shockwave through the city. For one thing, nobody knew who had won until the wee hours of the morning because of major difficulties at the Board of Elections, where it took a long time to count the votes what with same day registration and new technology. In the end, Gray carried Wards Eight, Seven, Five and, perhaps most telling, Fenty’s home turf, Ward Four —the same ward where Fenty had first been elected to the council, upsetting long-time veteran Charlene Drew Jarvis. Gray even beat Fenty in Brentwood, the precinct where Fenty made his home. On the other hand, Fenty decisively carried Wards Three and Two, the most white wards of the District, as well as Wards Two and Six, if less decisively. Early in the campaign, Gray had observed that, “The city was never as divided as it is now.” At the time, that sounded a little like

hyperbole, but he was absolutely right. He said the divide was not merely racial but economic — which is to say it was both. Fenty’s fall was a steep one, and it was based almost solely on the way he ran the government — on the way he conducted himself. Large parts of the city, especially the blacker and poorer parts of the city, felt abandoned, ignored, and left out of the process. This was especially true of the big changes that were begun under Fenty and Chancellor Michelle Rhee in the school system, a system Fenty had vowed to change when he ran the table in the elections of four years ago, winning all wards and precincts. He was seen as arrogant, highhanded, petty and aloof. Fenty ignored the warnings revealed in two polls, which showed a big disconnect between accomplishment and character, substance and style. He insisted that his accomplishments would carry the day, and during the latter parts of the campaign he did not change. He blasted Gray for his tenure as DHS director under Sharon Pratt Kelly, while praising himself and Chancellor Rhee for making tough decisions. But there was a failure in leadership. Fenty and Rhee never felt they had to persuade people to come along with the tough decisions, or to show empathy with those most affected by the them; the unemployed, teachers left jobless after two large firings, and so on. The end result was a 56 to 45 percent Gray margin over Fenty, or 62,174 votes for Gray and 52,000 for Fenty. Kwame Brown won over Orange by a 55 to 39 percent margin. Mendelson beat back Michael D. Brown by 64 to 28 percent margin. In his first statement after his election victory, Gray promised to bring unity back to the city — in effect, to recreate the “One City” platform he once ran on. “I know this city remains divided, and I promise to do everything in my power to bring this city back together,” he said.

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“We face grave challenges. Now is the time to move forward. Let now be the time for this city to unite.” Gray attempted to allay fears on the part of many people that, “I will not turn back the clock,” to earlier political times in the District. He also said he would continue with school reform, making it broader and more inclusive while placing greater emphasis on early childhood and vocational education. He also promised to hold town hall meetings in every ward, to sound out to the entire city. Only a week before the election he had said at a Penn Quarter breakfast that he might resurrect former Mayor Anthony Williams’ Citizens Summit, in which residents from all wards were invited. “We might tweak it a little, but it’s another way to bring the city together.” Both Gray and Fenty have shown considerable class while planning for a smooth transition, a process that could prove difficult. At a Democratic Party Unity Breakfast, Fenty hugged Gray and vowed to use all the resources available to him to make for a smooth transfer of power. No personnel decisions have been made yet, including the one that everyone is most interested in: the fate of Chancellor Rhee. If Gray and Fenty have shown grace in victory and defeat respectively, Rhee seemed bent on making things more difficult, whether as an exit strategy or a ploy to give herself room to stay and finish the job she started — an idea floated by some council members. “RHEE IS LIKELY TO HEAD FOR THE DOOR,” the Washington Post front page trumpeted on Friday. This was after comments she had made at a glitzy Newseum premiere of “Waiting for Superman,” a documentary film about education reform in which she was one of the heroines quoted on camera as worrying about the children going to “crappy schools.” More harmful may have been the comment she made at a post-screening panel discussion, in which she said “yesterday’s election results were devastating. Devastating. Not for me, because I’ll be fine, and not even for Fenty, because he’ll be fine, but devastating for the schoolchildren

of Washington.” In an e-mail she sent out later, she backtracked saying she meant that if reform were discontinued it would be bad for the children. Rhee has not been shy in her approach to her job. She made a controversial appearance on the cover of Time magazine bearing a broom she intended to use. She fired principals, closed schools, instituted two large teacher firings, and negotiated a complicated contract with the Washington Teachers Union that included a loosening of tenure rules and some merit pay, as well as the installation of a teacher evaluation system. Under Rhee, test scores went up and infrastructure improved, but school is still out on the overall effect of her tenure. Gray said he and Rhee would be sitting down and talking soon, although it hasn’t happened yet. During the campaign, he consistently refused to discuss her fate. “We will talk,” he said the day after the election. “I put in a call to her, although I haven’t heard back from her. I imagine she is busy running the schools.” An Oprah Winfrey show aired recently (taped before the election) that had Oprah calling Rhee a warrior woman for turning the D.C. School System upside down. If Rhee, who did not call to congratulate Gray on his victory, has shown a certain lack of post-election grace, so did Courtland Milloy, the Washington Post columnist, with a column entitled “Ding Dong, Fenty’s Gone. The Wicked Mayor is Gone” — a blast of vitriol. “People who need more time to gloat and wave their fists, take it,” he urged. Probably not the kind of comments Gray was looking for. On the other side, in addition to Rhee, national journalists warned that reform itself took a hit; school reform was in danger because of the election results. Yet Gray repeatedly said education reform was his top priority. What he also said during the campaign was that education reform was not about any one person. Marion Barry Left, Vincenet Gray, with his son at right, speaking at his victory party in the wee hours of the morning on Wednesday, September 15. Right, Photo by Robert Devaney

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lection Day in the middle of a picture perfect, weather-impediment free Tuesday afternoon of the kind that offers no excuses for would-be voters. Around the city, folks were going to the polls, many of them taking advantage of a new rule which allows voters to register and vote on the same day. By that point it had turned out to be a cumbersome process, and at least one election official we chatted with had said that it may slow things down some, since every polling place in the district was allowing same-day registration-and-voting. No one was certain of what was going to happen that night at the end of it all, and no one knew for sure who would win and who would lose and why. Did Mayor Adrian Fenty, running somewhat frantically and with more than his usual urgency, convince enough voters that his considerable accomplishments trump his considerable people-skill deficiencies which revealed themselves in not one, but two Washington Post polls? Has City Council Chairman Vince Gray given folks enough reasons to vote for him, and not just against Fenty, and has he allayed worries about a return to old school politics? Those were some of the true and remaining questions in the 2010 mayoral campaign leading up to the Democratic Primary election, which, in Washington DC is the election, to be formalized by the November election. All of these things were important, along

with all the other races conducted by good and honorable men and women. For myself, I did not run for anything, nor was I surprised when I didn’t win anything. But now that we know who won, who lost, I’d like to nonetheless offer a few thank you’s. This is predicated on an oft-mentioned adage almost as old as the ones that say “Thou Shalt Honor Thy Father and Mother,” “Never lend money to your friends,” and, “Never sleep with anyone who has more problems than you do.” All politics are local. That’s the one. So on today, I want to thank my dog. Yes, my dog. Sometime this month we will note his 14th Birthday. His name is Bailey and he is a Frishe Bichon. He is a true democrat and would ignore Adrian Fenty and Vincent Gray with equal amounts of disdainful disinterest. He has a gift for this, but because he remains, even in old age, adorable and cute, people ignore his disinterest and substitute their own interest and try to pet him. Come to think of it, he might have been a politician in a previous life. Bailey’s politics – or lack of them – is not important here. What’s important is that I walk him four times a day, out of the house on Lanier Place, around the corner to Argonne and back onto Lanier Place, across Ontario, past the 100-year-plus firehouse and the four apartment houses on the two blocks, past the hospice for the homeless, past the bed and breakfast, past the dry cleaners, the deli, the Exxon, around to Adams Mill Road and past the children’s playground and park, onto Ontario Place and its overarching trees, around past the Ontario,

up the hill to Lanier again, and home. All politics are local. It doesn’t get any more local than this. All along the length of this election campaign, roughly from the time about a year ago when rumors began that Vincent Gray (he had not yet become Vince) was going to run, through the poll that showed a divide in the city that was economic and racial, through Gray’s announcement and his One City signs, through the mayor’s muted announcement, through two major firings of DCPS school teachers, through the teachers contract agreement, through a blizzard of achievement announcements from the mayor’s office by e-mail – as well as three real blizzards – through the long and really hot summer and finally the big Washington Post poll that showed Gray with a double-digit lead. That’s when things got really intense. I want to also thank my neighbors. You know who you are. Because if not every day, almost every day, and with greater detail and force, my walks, especially this past month, were about politics. Which are, of course, local. When politicians say all politics are local, they usually mean a state — as opposed to the big government — or a region, or city, town, or village. In cities, this sub-divides into neighborhoods, and again into street blocks and street corners, and finally – and this one turned out to

be important in this election – the human heart. That’s how local politics can get. Everyday my neighbors and I had conversations—about Gray’s chances, about his tour of duty as DHS director in the old days, about the police, about Chief Lanier, about Chancellor Rhee, about cops in the hood or the lack of them, about service cuts and snow plows, or the lack of them, about fire hydrants and the renovation of the Safeway, and the new jobs at Teeter, and how it wasn’t safe to be out on 18th Street at night at times, and about immigrants in this very, very diverse neighborhood where graffiti on garage doors was as omni-present as peeling paint. Continued on page 25

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All’s well with “All’s Well” By Gary Tischler

lmost any production of William Shakespeare’s “All’s Well That Ends Well” is bound to be problematic. That’s because the play is, well, one of those problem plays in the Shakespeare canon — plays which are difficult to stage, about which there are critical misgivings, to say the least. To that category you could probably lend the title “lesser Shakespeare”. They don’t go down well with their after-taste and often don’t play as well as they should because lesser characters sometimes take over the play. Put “Cymbeline” on that list alongside “Pericles”. Perhaps add “Troilus and Cressida,” “Henry VIII,” and even “The Winter’s Tale,” — let alone “Timon of Athens” to which we can only say, when’s the last time you’ve seen that? The problem with “All’s Well That Ends Well” is that it is, at its core, something on the order of “As You Like It” and “Twelfth Night,” a romantic comedy with a shining leading lady attended by swains, fools and royals. Helena, the brave, resolute, witty, and smart as anybody and more heroine, loves her man and has to have him, and with no cooperation from the hero she gets him. The problem then is that “All’s Well” doesn’t really end well in the romance department. It clears up the plot mess the author has devised and gets the two lovers together, but somehow this resolution doesn’t sit well with most audiences. Because the object of her affection is the hunky and high-born Count Bertram, who’s a snob, a dolt, an idiot, albeit a brave one, and a fickle swain

like one of those over-tanned bachelors on reality television. He’s totally unworthy of the fair Helena, so you know they’ll have kids (evidence on stage) and remain married while making themselves miserable. All this is done just to please the King of France and Bertram’s sweet, soulful mother, the Countess of Roussillon — a devout role model and guardian of Helena. Tell you what — forget the idiot. Much like the more self-aware courtier, liar and coward Parolles, Bertrand is an easily recognized member in good standing of the vast army of the self-absorbed Michael Kahn, who’s directed this production for the Shakespeare Theatre Company. Kahn has given it a kind of stylish authenticity in the way he treats the language of the play. This is especially true of Miriam Silverman as Helena, whose way with the rhythms and rhymes of the words give a kind of musical insistence to her character. You can fault her for her why-do-good-women-go-for-lousymen problem, but you can’t fault her for clarity, courage, smarts and bull-headedness. Helena, the daughter of a famed physician, comes to court and promptly cures the king of a possibly terminal ailment. In return, the grateful king offers her any husband she wants. She picks Bertram, who is so mortified that he goes off to the wars in Italy and leaves Helena with a challenge; she will never be a true wife unless she gets his family ring off his finger or conceives a child by him, two things he vows will never happen. Don’t ever challenge a woman to do the impossible. It’s a cinch. How she does it is one of those wonderful tricks that occur in many of

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Shakespeare’s comedies and romances, without anybody batting an eye (see “Pericles”, see “Winter’s Tale”). But proceedings are helped by the tolerance and love of the adults, Ted van Griethuysen as the French King, and Marsha Mason as the Countess. They provide a portrait of paternal and maternal affection rare in the theater. In the French king’s case, it’s not only good to be king, but it’s better to be a good king. And there is Paxton Whitehead as the aristocratic court member Lafew, who’s acerbic wit is matched only by his kind patience toward the impossible Parolles, a man of whom it is noted that “he knows who he is, and is STILL who he is.” As played by Michael Bakkensen, selfawareness is Parolles’ saving grace, that, and a complete lack of any sense of shame. “All’s Well” ends well because it has to. The play itself is better than just well — it is stylish, acted with panache where appropriate and authenticity by the company. The shortcomings of the play, well, just say author. (“All’s Well That Ends Well” runs at the Shakespeare Theater Company’s Lansburgh Theater through October 24).

‘Circle Mirror’ shows promise for direction of studio theatre

avid Muse makes his official debut as the new artistic director of the Studio Theater (he succeeds founder and longtime A-D Joy Zinoman) by directing “Circle Mirror Transformation.” This is not a debut accompanied by trumpets blaring, and neither is Annie Baker’s muted but ingratiating play about a group of people who are part of an acting class in a small community in Vermont. But the play and the production send out several promising signals about the future, each in their own way. “Circle Mirror Transformation” signals a new voice, for one thing, in playwright Annie Baker, who’s made it a point to transform the often inarticulate way we speak and communicate today into a kind of music and poetry — a revelatory method that leads, like acting, to a kind of truth. It’s an understated play with a little bit of this and a little of bit that. It has soap opera elements,

theater stuff, acting stuff, and it’s both contemporary and naturalistic in its look and sound and old-fashioned in its dramatic elements. Baker seems to suggest that acting arrives at difficult truths by way of artful, hard-learned artifice, much in the same way that literature arrives at the same destination by way of fiction. While the production often seems looseygoosey and unformed, Muse’s direction and Baker’s writing keep things directionally focused: “We and the folks at the acting class are going somewhere here, and the road and destination seem uncomfortably familiar.” In the program, Baker says that “the way human beings speak is so heartbreaking to me— we never sound the way we want to sound. Speaking is a kind of misery.” You can see that observation in action in “Circle Mirror Transformation.” This is especially true for the three students: Schultz, a yearning, confused, recently divorced man full of inarticulate, shiny wounds; Theresa, the bright-eyed, sexy former actress and especially Lauren, the quiet, painfully shy teenager who wears her hoodie like a turtle wears its shell. The school is run by the insistent, work-it, risktaking Marty and her husband James, who’s middle-aged, phlegmatic, and a walking disappointment. We see all of them right at the beginning, lying in a circle at the studio, which is lightly cluttered with a mirror. They’re doing an exercise, an acting exercise, in which they try to count to ten one at a time without anyone counting at the same time, interrupting, or jumping in. In other words, it’s a clean, nearly-impossible exercise in team-work and empathy. Throughout the play, which is preformed without interruption for nearly two hours, you get exercises which resemble a kind of group therapy, as opposed to anything to do with the theater. The group takes turns “being” each other, hence the initially startling appearance of Jim talking about “my husband.” They try telling stories along a string that is taking a story word by word from one place to another. Interspersed are moments of reality, where the characters interact and relate, and those interactions reverberate in the exercises and vice versa. That’s especially true of Theresa, played with almost anything-goes, playful energy by Kathleen McElfresh. She’s bounding, bouncy, mobile, and uses every part of herself — the flouncy hair, the long legs, arms, fingers, body — to become a kind of focus point, a magnet for the two men and wary distance for the other two females. Things happen that probably shouldn’t, but the process itself is what counts. There’s a five-point build-up to the play as we do what they do: at first we keep following Theresa around, then Schultz’s plaintiff voice makes itself heard, and then we note the tensions and old hurts that are part of James and Marty’s marriage. We barely register Lauren’s goth-ish, quiet ten and her voice, barely audible at first. She’s closed in. But it’s with the final two exercises — a risky write a secret on a piece of paper, then pick out of a hat and read it, and an imagination of what happens after – that we realize that it’s Lauren who’s been paying attention the most, not the least of which was an earlier comment asking, “when do we start acting?” If MacKenzie Meehan, who plays Lauren with thorough, skinny-teen authenticity and stopsand-starts, is a stellar surprise, Jennifer Mendenhall as Marty is the play’s elastic but tough glue — it’s center and heart and soul. She holds everyone together, even when she comes close to falling apart. We’ve known and seen Mendenhall a long time, especially at the Studio and the Woolly Mammoth, and we’re always struck by her particular brand of guileless, sexy and openfaced naturalness. She doesn’t hide much and can therefore wound you at the oddest moments. For Muse, it’s a solid start — a bid for a long relationship with the audience worth building. (“Circle Mirror Transformation” runs at the Studio Theater through October 17.)

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he best photography show currently running in the DC area is Tom Wolff’s portrait series, at the 39th Street Gallery in Brentwood, Maryland (3901 Rhode Island Ave). Wolff recalls, “The idea of the project was to do a photographic survey of the arts district in Mt. Rainier, North Brentwood, and Hyattsville, focusing on the art community and the business owners. This is an effort to introduce people in the area to one another and build a friend base for the art center. I shot for about two months to get the first 70 portraits and I will continue to add to the group until it closes October 29th.” The excellence and variety of his work astonishes

“Looking Glass” By Robin K. Fried

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nscape that has hints of the natural world as well as jewel-fragments is found in the work of Robin Kohlman Fried (Temple Emanuel, Art in HaMaKom, 10101 Connecticut Ave, Kensington, MD; Mon. – Thu. 2:30 -5, Fri. 9-4; though Sept. 30.) Although relatively smaller in scale than some of this artist’s earlier work, these pictures seem done on a dare to create as wide an arc as possible in terms of color and composition. That Fried succeeds on her own terms in each picture is the result of her own gifts, but also a strong determination. Fried seems fired up in each piece using every technique at her disposal to manifest a rich inner world. She speaks of a long hiatus in her working as a painter that is experienced by many who initially start out in adolescence and early adulthood to pursue a creative path. “I fully intended to keep painting when I first became a mother,” She recalls, “but I had to give my complete attention to raising my children. In my inner world I was an artist, even though I was no longer painting. I was seen by others as a parent and as someone active in the community.” What Fried did not do was stop looking at art and going to museums; her inner dialogue was kept alive through being in contact with art. What made her want to paint again was seeing all the new art work being made that was “over intellectualized…I wanted to affirm the aesthetics I value that seem ignored in much work today.” The works by Fried in this show are carefully made and manage that delicate balance between the heat of spontaneity and the coolness of the critical judgment involved in balancing color and composition. Her pictures have a sensuous attack on surface and pictorial space. There is also a use of collage elements, but Fried’s craft is so secure that you often have to look hard to see the edges. Each work is separate in its achievement and what is especially noteworthy is the carefully achieved color. Fried is a terrific colorist, a quality that has to be inborn. It is the freedom of the painting that triumphs in Fried’s work. In “Glimmer Glass,” there is temerity of purpose. “Secret Garden” is another work that is highly individualized with an exuberance of paint. Fried’s work is a private inner world dared into the light of day.

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The Country Comes to the City

Equestrian DC

The Washington International Horse Show By Dave Nyczepir

t this moment, equestrians worldwide eagerly await a letter bestowing the honor of competing in D.C.’s 52nd Annual Washington International Horse Show (WIHS). For many riders, the summons will not come. Yet, between October 26th and 31st, 500 elite-level riders will enter the ring at the Verizon Center, vying for prize and prominence. The last indoor championship horse show to be held in a major metropolitan area each year, WIHS has been months in the making. Only recently has the deluge of numbers from qualifiers across the country ceased. Now it’s up to show officials to invite only the best riders based upon points and money won in previous competition over the last 12 months. As WIHS CEO Eric Straus puts it, “Many people want to come and compete at Washington, but you’ve got to earn your way in legitimately.” This requires a tremendous commitment from the most skilled of riders. “Most of our competitors will have competed at a minimum of 20 shows [in the last year] to try and get qualified,” says Straus. “In most cases it’s going to be closer to 30.” That’s a remarkable amount of effort considering the horse show lasts six days, but WIHS is one of the last shows of its kind. Indoor metropolitan championships have been on the wane for years now, largely due to their failed business models — reliant upon wealthy patrons for funding. Additionally, shows such as Madison Square Garden’s National Horse Show are municipal in name only, with the actual event occurring in Syracuse, NY. The fact that WIHS still manages to have

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a $7 million impact on the District each year, according to a report by Dr. Stephen Fuller of George Mason University, is a testament to Washington’s enduring equestrian tradition. Straus raves, “It’s vibrant. It’s alive. D.C., Maryland, and Virginia have a huge equine competition population.” While the surrounding region serves as the backbone for the pool from which riders are pulled, WIHS attracts star riders from across the globe. Last year’s competition included amateurs and professionals from five nations, some of whom were Pan American, World Cup, and Olympic champions.

Jockeys and their Horses

t’s often easy to forget that there are two athletes in the ring at any given time. But like any sports star, a horse’s abilities must be developed through rigorous training. While light work can start as early as age two, international rules stipulate that a horse cannot be entered in open international competition until the age of six. This is done to protect the bones in a horse’s knees, which, much like an infant’s developing bone structures, are not fully fused until it has matured. However, with proper stable management and care, horses have been known to compete well into their 20’s. Rodrigo Pessoa, a talented Brazilian show jumper and Olympic gold medalist, was in attendance at last year’s competition. Additionally, show jumper and Olympic gold medalist McLain Ward was a contender. Hailing from Brewster, NY, Ward and his horse Sapphire are known to steal the show. Just two weeks ago, they topped the richest

Top far left and far right: Photos courtesy of the Washington International Horse Show; All other photographs taken by Eduardo Galliani prize money class in the United States, the $1 Million Grand Prix. Their partnership, says a pensive Straus, reveals how beautiful the bond between horse and rider can be.

The Main Events

nterested parties, keen on witnessing this spectacle firsthand, need not worry about lacking horse show experience. WIHS is bound to have something for everyone. Some basic information for the amateur observer is that WIHS features two types of jumping horses. Hunters emulate foxhunting with their visually appealing routines and are judged subjectively on performance, style, manners, and way of going. Jumpers, on the other hand, are judged objectively based upon whether or not they jump clean (no faults), and time serves as the deciding factor, according to class specifications. WIHS also features a class unique to the show, known as puissance, which means “strength” in French. Time is not a factor in this high jump class, where riders start with six fences in the ring. With each clear round, jumps are eliminated until two remain. One of these, the wall or vertical, goes as high as seven feet. WIHS holds the North American indoor record for rounding the wall, set in 1987, with an astonishing jump of nearly seven feet six inches. Feel and timing are critical, as neither horse nor rider can see over the wall. Puissance is a perilous class to compete in, but an exhilarating class to watch.

Barn Night

side from the actual competition, WIHS has various side events scheduled to take place throughout the week. Thursday night is Barn Night, which has become something of an institution in Washington. The evening is designed to draw crowds from Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia, as well as the District. Groups will compete in contests, including Best Costume, Best Banner, and Largest Group by state. Divided into several parts, the evening will feature a parade of group representatives, the Gamblers’ Choice Class, a speed class for jumpers, and autograph signings and photo opportunities to bring things to a close.

Kid’s Day

aturday is Kids’ Day, which will run from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Expect pony rides and plenty of games in addition to photo opportunities with the new WIHS mascot, Major, and characters from the newly revived television series, My Little Pony. That evening, WIHS will host the Caisson Platoon Therapeutic Riding Program.

The Charity

n top of being a world-class horse show, WIHS functions as a charity that has raised $2 million for its partners in its 52-year existence. This year,

WIHS has partnered with the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), Operation Silver Spurs, and ThanksUSA, while highlighting the Caisson Platoon. The platoon operates out of Fort Myer and performs honor burials at Arlington Cemetery. Moreover, their horses are used in equineassisted therapy at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Bethesda. The work the platoon does with the nation’s wounded warriors and amputees is under-publicized, according to Straus, and their exhibition is intended to promote their cause. In 1961, Jackie Kennedy commissioned Tiffany’s to create the President’s Cup, the only equestrian cup with the President of the United States’ seal. As the old guard, charged with protecting the President, the Caisson Platoon exhibition precedes the presentation of the President’s Cup. A military ticket program and the introduction of a new trophy, the Armed Forces Cup, are among WIHS’s other charitable endeavors. WIHS has stated that, for every clear round over six-foot-three, a donation will be made to the three military charities.

Vendors

or those still feeling left out, there will be plenty of vendors hawking their wares on site. Saratoga Sadderly & Outback Survival Gear specializes in Australian oilskin coats and Pikeur. Stablecloth will be supplying custom riding apparel, and Vogel Custom Boots offers made-to-measure boots and shoes. Vandermoore Jewelry is among the higher-end vendors available, and for those with a sweet tooth check out Lady Ann Candies. These are just a sample of the medley of vendors that are sure to be

present throughout the week. The WIHS is sure to be a success, in large part due to the individuals helming it and their dedication to the District. Said WIHS Director of Community Relations, Diana Hosford, “What I bring to the show is different than what [WIHS horse experts] bring to the show, but we’re basically trying to create something that the equestrian world will love and that the local community will embrace.” WIHS President Juliette Reed, who is responsible for assembling the team that includes Straus and Hosford, has lived in Georgetown with her family for 10 years. “I assumed the role of President last year because my daughter rides,” said Reed, “Washington is our home, and while we travel to shows all over the country, Washington is very special.” Lifelong equestrians like Straus do not shy away from promoting their sport in and around Washington. Having grown up in Texas, Straus recalls traveling to Middleburg and the Plains to purchase horses. While he no longer rides, he still officiates and urges: “If you’re a young person or an adult who wants to start, you need to find a barn that specializes in beginners. Because everyone needs a good foundation. There is a multitude of barns in the Maryland and Virginia area that provides that.” If you’re still not convinced that the Washington area is an equestrian mecca, visit the Verizon Center during the Washington International Horse Show. As Reid put it, “Something magical happens for six days in downtown D.C. at the end of October — Streets become stables, and the country comes to the city.”

My Life On Horseback By Debbie French-Nash

ir Winston Churchill once said, “A polo handicap is a passport to the world.” In my opinion, it is a passport to life. I was born in Stratford upon Avon, which is in the Warwickshire countryside. I sat on my first horse at 18 months old and took my first riding lesson at the age of six. Little did my parents suspect that buying me my first pony at age eight would lead me to what I am now — a polo player. My pony and I learned to compete together in gymkhana, jumping, and cross country. I even tried a little dressage. But the day I went to watch a polo match with a friend I knew I had to play. I took one lesson, and I was hooked. Polo is like life — although it’s a team sport, it’s ultimately down to you. You get up. You compete. You miss shots. You hit great ones. You sometimes fall off, but you rise and go on. At that time, I was working for a U.K. company as a sales and marketing executive. They wanted me to open their Washington DC office. I first asked if there was a polo club before I said yes. I met my husband playing arena polo on a freezing January night. I knew he was my type of man — a polo addict. My husband and I now live on a horse farm with our polo ponies, in Virginia. Our team, Los Tigres, plays in local leagues during the summer. In the winter we travel to play polo in places like Zambia, England, Spain, Argentina, Chile, Dubai, and Jamaica. Yes, it’s a tough, competitive game, especially as a woman competing against mostly men, but it’s definitely a passport to the world. More importantly, it’s a great life. —Photo: French-Nash, as photographed by Eduardo Galliani

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Going Country

Saddled up with the georgetowner

he National Sporting Library Benefit Polo Match and Luncheon on September 19, sponsored by The Georgetowner, was not only an incredible success, but a gorgeous event spectacle and a delightful afternoon. As the sun shown gently from above and the cool breeze whisked through the summer tent, guests and donors gathered around to take part in a silent auction of equestrian-themed merchandise, delicious food, fine company, and world-class polo at the Virginia International Polo Club, located at historic Llangollen in Upperville, Virginia. The luncheon was in the English garden party tradition, and it could not have been more true to form. The event sold out, attracting an international audience with its champion polo players from across the globe. The polo match, featuring prominent players from Argentina, Chile, and the United States, was a riveting display of athleticism and endurance. “We are thrilled to be celebrating country pursuits, and in particular, polo as the oldest team sport in the world, at Llangollen which has its own place in local history,” said Manuel H. Johnson, Chairman of the Board, and Jacqueline B. Mars, Vice Chairman. A vintage silver trophy to commemorate the match has been generously donated by Jacqueline B. Mars. The “National Sporting Library & Museum Polo Cup” will be a perpetual trophy and will be on display at the Library. All contributions for the day were to benefit the National Sporting Library & Museum. The National Sporting Library & Museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the literature, art, and culture of horse and field sports. Its 17,000-book collection includes equestrian sports, polo, foxhunting, horseracing, steeplechasing, shooting, and angling. The John H. Daniels Fellowship program supports the research of visiting scholars. The Library hosts temporary art exhibitions and holds many fine works of sporting art in its permanent collection. The Museum will open in 2011 on the Library campus, with 11 galleries featuring exhibits of American and European fine sporting art. Thanks to all those who attended, it would not have been nearly as successful (or fun!) without you.

Above: The polo players, introducing themselves to the audience and pausing for the National Anthem. Opposite page from left to right, top row first: Ron Cohen & Michelle Galler; Holidae Hayes & husband Dr. Matthew Gavin; Jackie Ohrstrom & Georgina Watt; Geoff Serrell & Constance Chatfield-Taylor; Manley and Mary Johnson; winner of best hat contest, Barbara Sharp Photo by Eduardo Galliani

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Your Dining Guide to Washington DC’s Finest

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With the ambiance of an elegant country inn, 1789 features classically based American cuisine – the finest regional game, fish and produce available.

Come and enjoy contemporary Thai cuisine & Sushi bar deliciously prepared at Bangkok Bistro. The restaurant’s decor matches its peppery cuisine, vibrant in both color and flavor. Enthusiasts say we offer professional, prompt and friendly service. Experience outdoor sidewalk dining in the heart of Georgetown.

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A friendly French Bistro in the heart of historic Georgetown since 1975. Executive chef and owner Gerard Cabrol came to Washington, D.C. 32 years ago, bringing with him home recipes from southwestern France. Our specialties include our famous Poulet Bistro (tarragon rotisserie chicken); Minute steak Maitre d’Hotel (steak and pomme frit¬es); Steak Tartare, freshly pre¬pared seafood, veal, lamb and duck dishes; and the best Eggs Benedict in town. In addition to varying daily specials, www.bistrofrancaisdc.com

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Georgetown introduces Washington’s first “Dumpling Bar” featuring more than 12 varieties. Come and enjoy the new exotic Thai cuisine inspired by French cooking techniques. Bangkok Joe’s is upscale, colorful and refined. Absolutely the perfect place for lunch or dinner or just a private gathering. www.bangkokjoes.com

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CAFE BONAPARTE 1522 Wisconsin Ave

Captivating customers since 2003 Café Bonaparte has been dubbed the “quintessential” European café featuring award winning crepes & arguably the “best” coffee in D.C! Located in sophisticated Georgetown, our café brings a touch of Paris “je ne sais quoi” to the neighborhood making it an ideal romantic destination. Other can’t miss attributes are; the famous weekend brunch every Sat and Sun until 3pm, our late night weekend hours serving sweet & savory crepes until 1 am Fri-Sat evenings & the alluring sounds of the Syssi & Marc jazz duo every other Wed. at 7:30. We look forward to calling you a “regular” soon!

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CITRONELLE (The Latham Hotel) 3000 M St, NW

Internationally renowned chef and restaurateur Michel Richard creates magic with fresh and innovative American-French Cuisine, an exceptional wine list and stylish ambiance.

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Café La Ruche 1039 31st Street, NW

Take a stroll down memory lane. Serving Georgetown for more than 35 years - Since 1974 Chef Jean-Claude Cauderlier A bit of Paris on the Potomac.

Great Selection of Fine Wines Fresh Meat, Seafood & Poultry Chicken Cordon-Bleu *Duck Salmon, & Steaks

Voted Best Dessert-Pastry in town, The Washingtonian Magazine

FULL BAR Open Daily from 11:30 a.m. Open Late ‘til 1 am on Friday & Saturday night “Outdoor Dining Available” www.cafelaruche.com (202) 965-2684

CLYDE’S OF GEORGETOWN 3236 M St, NW

This animated tavern, in the heart of Georgetown, popularized saloon food and practically invented Sunday brunch.

Open for Dinner.

Clyde’s is the People’s Choice for bacon cheeseburgers, steaks, fresh seafood, grilled chicken salads, fresh pastas and desserts.

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(202) 625-2150

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Cafe Milano specializes in setting up your private party in our exclusive dining rooms. Our detail-oriented staff also will cater your corporate meetings & special events at your office, home or other locations. Check out our website for booking information or call 202-965-8990, ext. 135. Cafe Milano is high on the restaurant critics’ charts with excellent Italian cuisine & attention to service. Fresh pastas, steaks, fish dishes, & authentic Italian specialties. Lunch & dinner. Late night dining & bar service.

A Georgetown tradition for over 40 years, this friendly neighborhood restaurant/saloon features fresh seafood, burgers, award-winning ribs, & specialty salads & sandwiches. Casual dining & a lively bar. Daily lunch & dinner specials. Late night dining (until midnight Sun.Thu., 1A.M. Fri-Sat) Champagne brunch served Sat. & Sun. until 4P.M. Open Mon-Thu 11:30A.M.-2A.M. Fri-Sat 11:30A.M.-3A.M.Sun 11A.M.-2A.M.Kids’ Menu Available. Located ½ block from the Georgetown movie theatres, overlooking the new Georgetown Waterfront Park

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DAILY GRILL

1310 Wisconsin Ave., NW Reminiscent of the classic American Grills, Daily Grill is best known for its large portions of fresh seasonal fare including Steaks & Chops, Cobb Salad, Meatloaf and Warm Berry Cobbler. Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.Visit our other locations at 18th & M Sts NW and Tysons Corner. www.dailygrill.com

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BISTROT LEPIC & WINE BAR 1736 Wisconsin Ave., NW

Come and see for yourself why Bistrot Lepic, with its classical, regional and contemporary cuisine, has been voted best bistro in D.C. by the Zagat Guide. And now with its Wine bar, you can enjoy “appeteasers”, full bar service, complimentary wine tasting every Tuesday and a new Private Room. The regular menu is always available. Open everyday. Lunch & dinner. Reservations suggested. www.bistrotlepic.com (202) 333-0111

CIRCLE BISTRO

One Washington Circle, NW Washington, DC 22037 Circle Bistro presents artful favorites that reflect our adventurous and sophisticated kitchen. Featuring Happy Hour weekdays from 5pm-7pm, live music every Saturday from 8pm-12midnight, and an a la carte Sunday Brunch from 11:30am-2:30pm. Open dailyfor breakfast, lunch and dinner. www.circlebistro.com

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FILOMENA RISTORANTE

1063 Wisconsin Ave., NW One of Washington’s most celebrated restaurants, Filomena is a Georgetown landmark that has endured the test of time for almost a quarter of a century. Our oldworld cooking styles & recipes brought to America by the early Italian immigrants, alongside the culinary cutting edge creations of Italy’s foods of today, executed by our award winning Italian Chef. Try our spectacular Lunch buffet on Fri. & Saturdays or our Sunday Brunch, Open 7 days a week for lunch & dinner. www.filomena.com (202) 338-8800

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Georgetown 3100 South St, NW Restaurant & Degrees Bar & Lounge The Ritz-Carlton, As featured on the cover of December 2007’s Washingtonian magazine, Degrees Bar and Lounge is Georgetown’s hidden hot spot. Warm up by the wood burning fireplace with our signature “Fahrenheit 5” cocktail, ignite your business lunch with a $25.00 four-course express lunch, or make your special occasion memorable with an epicurean delight with the fire inspired American regional cuisine. www.fahrenheitdc.com (202) 912-4110

Celebrating over 31 years of keeping bellies full with good food and thirsts quenched with tasty beverages. · Fantastic Happy Hour · Free WiFi Internet · Buck Hunter · Trivia Night Tuesdays Including: Terrace Dining Upstairs www.garrettsdc.com (202) 333-1033

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SMITH POINT

1338 Wisconsin Ave., NW (corner of Wisconsin & O St.) Smith Point has quickly become a favorite of Georgetowners. The Washington Post Magazine calls Smith Point “an underground success” with “unusually good cooking at fair prices.” Chef Francis Kane’s Nantucket style fare changes weekly, featuring fresh combinations of seafood, meats, and farmers market produce. Open for dinner Thurs- Sat from 6:30 pm-11pm. www.smithpointdc.com (202) 333-9003

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Whether it’s a romantic dinner or a business lunch, enjoy wonderM Street Bar & Grill, in the St. GregNick’s Riverside Grille is a famful Boudin Blanc, Fresh Dover ily-owned waterfront restaurant ory Hotel has a new Brunch menu serving great American fare, fine Sole Meunière, Cassoulet or Pike by Chef Christopher Williams Feasteaks, authentic pasta dishes and Quenelles by the fireplace in this turing Live Jazz, Champagne, Mithe freshest seafood! Our Georgeunique “Country Inn”. Chef Patmosas and Bellini’s. For Entertaintown waterfront dining room has rick Orange serves his Award ing, small groups of 12 to 25 people spectacular views of the Potomac Winning Cuisine in a rustic atmowishing a dining room experience River, Kennedy Center, Washingsphere, where locals and celebrities we are featuring Prix Fixe Menus: ton Monument, Roosevelt Island, alike gather. La Chaumiere also of$27.00 Lunch and $34.00 Dinner. the AKey Bridge, the surrounding SEAFOOD WITH VIEW fers 2 private dining rooms with aDELICIOUS Washington, DC area, plus our spaLunch and dinner specials daily. cious outdoor terrace is a great dinprix-fixe menu and an affordable ing spot to take in all the waterfront wine list. www.mstreetbarandgrill.com scenery! Washingtonian’s Best 100 restaurant 28 years in a row. www.lachaumieredc.com www.nicksriversidegrille.com (202) 530-3621 (202) 342-3535 (202) 338-1784

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Established in 1991, Peacock Cafe is a tradition in Georgetown life. The tremendous popularity of The Peacock Happy Day Brunch in Washington DC is legendary. The breakfast and brunch selections offer wonderful variety and there is a new selection of fresh, spectacular desserts everyday. The Peacock Café in Georgetown, DC - a fabulous menu for the entire family. Monday - Thursday: 11:30am - 10:30pm Friday: 11:30am - 12:00am Saturday: 9:00am - 12:00am Sunday: 9:00am - 10:30pm

Lovers of seafood can always find something to tempt the palette at the Sea Catch Restaurant & Raw Bar. Sea Catch offers fresh seafood “simply prepared” in a relaxed atmosphere. Overlooking the historic C&O Canal, we offer seasonal fireside and outdoor dining. Private party space available for 15 - 300 Complimentary parking Lunch Monday - Saturday 11:30am - 3:00pm Dinner Monday - Saturday 5:30pm - 10:00pm Closed on Sunday Happy Hour Specials at the Bar Monday - Friday 5:00pm -7:00pm www.seacatchrestaurant.com

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1666 Conn. Ave at R St. NW (Dupont Circle) Edgy. Witty. Casual. THE patio near Dupont Circle for peoplewatching. Pizza masters bake delicious Neapolitan thincrust pizzas in a wood-fire oven. Menu favorites include pastas, salads, lasagnas, Italian specialty meats and cheeses, and lowcarb choices. Daily specials, Lunch & dinner. Late night dining & bar service. www.SetteOsteria.com

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Tony and Joe’s TOWN HALL Seafood Place 2218 Wisconsin Ave NW Dive into Tony3000 andKJoe’s Seafood Place this summer St, NW If you’re in the mood for fresh delica- Town Hall is a neighborhood favorite Ranked one of the most popular and enjoy the best seafood dining has of to Glover Park, offering cies from the sea, dive into Tony Georgetown and in the heart seafood restaurants in , DC, “this Joe’s Seafood Place at the George- a classic neighborhood restaurant and cosmopolitan”send-up of a vinoffer. Make your reservation and mention this town Waterfront. While today enjoying bar with contemporary charm. Whethtage supper club that’s styled after tempting dishes such as Maryland er its your 1st, 2nd or 99th time in the a ‘40’s-era ocean liner is appointed be entered to lobster win a FREE Brunch forwe’re Two!committed to serving you fresh and shrimp door, with cherry wood and red leatherad tocrabcakes, THE OCEANAIRE 1201 F St, NW

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3000 K St NW, Suite 100 Washington, DC 20007 Eclectic American cuisine, Coupled with enchanting views of the Potomac River make Sequoia a one of a kind dining experience. Offering a dynamic atmosphere featuring a mesquite wood fire grill, sensational drinks, and renowned River Bar. No matter the occasion, Sequoia will provide an unforgettable dining experience. www.arkrestaurants.com /sequoia_dc.html (202) 944-4200

Zed’s

1201 28TH St, N.W. ETHIOPIAN IN GEORGETOWN Award Winning Seafood | Poultry | Beef Vegetarian Dishes also available 100 Very Best Restaurants Award 100 Very Best Bargains Award Also, visit Zed’s “New” Gainesville, Virginia location (571) 261-5993 At the Corner of M & 28th Streets 1201 28th Street, N.W. Email: zeds@zeds.net (202) 333-4710

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um and Coke may conjure up memories of college fraternity parties or youthful nights sneaking drinks in your parents’ home. It was probably one of the first mixed drinks you tried, back in the day when Natty Boh and Milwaukee’s Best were your choice of beers. But if you head 90 miles south of Florida, the rum and Coke has a more romantic vibe. On Castro’s island, it’s called the Cuba Libre and includes the addition of lime juice. In Cuba, the rum and Coke can trace its earliest beginnings. While the exact circumstances of its birth are unclear, Wayne Curtis, author of “And a Bottle of Rum,” offers a plausible explanation involving Americans soldiers in Cuba during the Spanish-American War. A group of Americans and Cubans were gathered in a bar where the soldiers mixed rum and Coke and called out “Por Cuba libre!” – “To a free Cuba!” The drink migrated north. During Prohibition, Coke was an easy mixer used to mask the taste of bathtub alcohol, and during World War II, when rum was plentiful and whiskey scarce, its popularity increased further. But it was a popular song that blasted the drink into the apex of pop culture. In 1945 the Andrews Sisters’ song "Rum and Coca Cola” entered the charts, where it remained in the number one spot for 10 weeks. The song, which was based on a Calypso song from Trinidad, sold 7 million copies and made rum and Coke an iconic drink for years to come. Its prevalence endured throughout the generic 50’s into the age of Wonder Bread and canned foods. The drink was simple to mix and required no exotic ingredients. Going back to its origins, a proper Cuba Libre, made with fresh squeezed lime, can be a refreshing elixir, especially in the muggy hot Cuban climate. However, while rum flows freely in Cuba, Coca Cola, thanks to the trade embargo, is not readily available everywhere. When your order a Cuba Libre, most bars will mix it with Fiesta Cola, a soft drink packaged in a red can with a white logo that looks suspiciously similar to Coke’s trademark script. A true Cuba Libre should be mixed with Cuban Rum, which is illegal in the states. Luckily, I found a pleasant alternative during a holiday in Nicaragua. While many Americans associate

rum with the Caribbean islands, Flor De Cana r um is as ubiquitous in Nicaragua as Bacardi is now in Puerto Rico. Whether you are sitting at an open-air restaurant along the Pacific in San Juan del Sur, a colonial courtyard in Grenada, or at a reggae club on Corn Island, the liquor of choice across the country is Flor de Cana. Any bartender will mix you a “Nica Libre” with Flor de Cana, fresh lime and Latin Coca-Cola. In Latin America, Coke tastes slightly different than what is produced in the states; it’s made with real sugar instead of corn syrup. But there’s no real need to travel afar. This classic highball can be easily mixed at home. However, if you prefer going out (way, way out), I recommend seeking out Isaiah at the Best View Hotel on Big Corn Island. The Nica Libre 2 oz Flor de Cana rum Juice of ½ lime Coca Cola Lime wedge Add first two ingredients in a tall glass. Fill with ice and coke and stir. Garnish with lime wedge.

Ingredients to make the Nica Libre may be purchased at Dixie Liquor at 3429 M St. in Georgetown.

WRIGHT ON FOOD Seasonal Menu Debuts at B. Smithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in DCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Landmark Union Station

By Jordan Wright

nion Station, the magnificent early 20th century train station that houses B. Smithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant in Washington, DC, is one of the most majestic buildings in the city. Designed by distinguished American architect Daniel Burnham, it has been a national landmark since its completion in 1908. The splendid Beaux Arts statuary was created by no less a sculptor than Louis St. Gaudens, whose 50-plus figures in the station were considered his finest work. Adding to its stony provenance is its proximity to the US Senate and the charming Le Notre-inspired gardens. â&#x20AC;&#x192; Sixteen years ago the stunning Barbara Smith, Vogue supermodel and African-American style setter, opened her very popular restaurant along the south side of the building. Housed in what was once known as the Presidential Suite, it is the same site where US Presidents and dignitaries once convened before their inaugurations.

With its spectacular dĂŠcor, lavish period chandeliers and Presidential seals still intact, it is in these turn-of-the-century rooms where B. Smith, as she is known, serves her delightful mix of Cajun Creole and Southern cuisine. â&#x20AC;&#x192; Recently I visited the restaurant to try out her new fall menu. I found her signature style still in place with smartly suited and wine-savvy servers, low country cuisine and a genteel atmosphere. In the background a baby grand played softly as we sampled fried chicken livers with onion confit and pineapple chutney, crawfish and crab dip and pan-seared grouper over hoppinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; John rice with a citrus beurre blanc. The osso bucco with creamy asparagus risotto didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t speak to the Southern style but was tender and lusciously sauced all the same. â&#x20AC;&#x192; Several well-chosen and gently priced wines accompanied our dinner. We began with a 2008 Caymus Conundrumâ&#x20AC;Śa blend (I know, I know, but just get over it. I did!) of California whites, but soft and lovely with honeysuckle overtones, and followed up with a 2007 Sacred Hill Marlborough Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc, in which I divined chocolate, plum and cinnamon tones. â&#x20AC;&#x192; B. Smithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still keeps their ever-popular Bourbon Street bread pudding on the menu, but it was the beignets that really charmed. Oh, to have a half a dozen of these warm, sweet treats for breakfast with a cup of French Market chicory coffee! For reservations visit www.bsmith.com For questions or comments on this article contact Jordan@WhiskandQuill.com or visit www.WhiskandQuill.com

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I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stand my husbandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s terrible snoring another minute, so Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been sleeping in the guest room. I love the peace and quiet, but now we rarely see each other. How can we keep the romance alive? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Betty, 57

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n estimated 20 percent of American couples do not sleep in the same bed. This is not necessarily a sign of a poor relationship. With age, people are willing to experiment and create their own comfort zones. Some people find that they need more alone time or that their partnersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; snoring or rolling around in bed really troubles them. There is a difference between sleeping apart because you just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like each other anymore and choosing to sleep separately for comfortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sake. If itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the latter, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to make the time and effort to meet, greet, and connect with each other for sharing, intimacy, and lovemaking. Even when you sleep in the same bed, if you go to bed at different times, it helps to make a conscious effort to bond with each other for the sake of your relationship and sex lives. Find some time each day to cuddle and connect in bed, with or without sex. One way of keeping passion and sex alive is to consider making love in new places, like a night in a hotel, or for those who are adventurous, re-

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membering the passion of your youth on the living room floor, or in front of the fireplace, or maybe even on a kitchen table. If a new environment is a turn-on for you be creative, and find new places to keep sex alive. If you can only do one thing to make your bedroom an oasis for you and your partner KEEP STRESS OUT. If possible put computers and work papers someplace else, and above all save all stress-producing conversations (about money, children, sick parents, grandparents, illness, and whatever might raise your blood pressure) for outside the bedroom. Once you enter your special space try to protect yourself and your partner from all sex-chilling stress of any kind.

ife is messy and often confusing. Sometimes youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re up, and then youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re down. You have a plan, and life throws you a curve. Life can feel like itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just too much, and it can make you question, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Is this all there is?â&#x20AC;? No one is happy all the time. No oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life is perfect. So how can you decide that your particular situation is one that might be helped by psychotherapy? You might be lucky enough to have a close friend or family member who has had a positive experience with therapy and is comfortable enough with it â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and with you â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to make the suggestion. Other people can often see your distress more clearly than you can yourself, so consider their recommendation seriously. But even if no one has said anything to you here are some signs that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to see a therapist: â&#x20AC;˘ When the same kinds of problems recur in your life. You may have conflicts at work or repeated â&#x20AC;&#x153;misunderstandingsâ&#x20AC;? with your friends. You may have disappointing romantic relationships or frequently feel that you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fit in. Or you might notice that people become annoyed with you, and you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really understand why. The key here is that when a problematic situation becomes familiar and you recognize that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been in the same spot before, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s when itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to see a therapist. â&#x20AC;˘ Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re having trouble sleeping. â&#x20AC;˘ You notice a change in your usual sleeping, eating

or drinking habits. â&#x20AC;˘ Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re having trouble concentrating or motivating yourself to do things. â&#x20AC;˘ Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re irritable or anxious and searching for something to blame it on. â&#x20AC;˘ You feel physically unwell, but your doctor says youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re okay. â&#x20AC;˘ The things you used to enjoy are not much fun anymore, and nothing else positive has taken their place. â&#x20AC;˘ Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re trying to figure something out or to move forward with a work or family issue, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re stuck. The list is by no means exhaustive; rather, it is meant to be suggestive. Besides paying attention to the way you are feeling and thinking, it is important to recognize that certain life situations, while normal and even desirable, can be so stressful that they put you at risk. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to understand that a death in the family or the breakup of a relationship makes you emotionally vulnerable, but it is also the case that life transitions, such as leaving school and starting work or moving to a new city, are challenges that shake up your life and make new demands at the same time as they remove you from your old friends and other supports. These transitions can often be navigated more smoothly with the help of a therapist. Next time: How to Choose A Therapist Renee Garfinkel, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist practicing short-term, solution-oriented psychotherapy in downtown D.C. She is affiliated with the Institute for Crisis, Disaster and Risk Management at The George Washington University. For more information, check out therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/69148 or www.sleep-dc.com

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Murphy’s Love By Stacy Murphy Dear Stacy: My wife is pregnant with our first child, due next spring. We just reached the 12-week milestone and told her parents about the good news. They live in California and are both retired. Less than 24 hours after hearing about the baby, they informed us that they plan to sell their house and move in with us when the baby comes. I was shocked, and when I expressed my doubt they said, don’t worry, we only plan to stay for a year. We have no family out here, and not too many close friends, so the offer of help sounds pretty good. But moving in with us is completely absurd. I thought Wife and I were on the same page when she replied that our 2-bedroom condo wouldn’t accommodate them for a year. But then she told them we would just move into a bigger place that has a guest suite! Now she’s talking about moving outside the city and finding a place with good school system. This is all without talking to me about how I feel. I have no intention of selling our place (in this market?!) and moving to the suburbs, all so her parents can live with us. I work from home, and the scenario of spending days on end with them is frightening. But she and I have had problems in the past, including a brief affair on my part, that her entire family found out about, so I’ve been slow to tell her how I truly feel, especially since she is very close with her parents and will likely tell them everything I’ve said, undoing some of the repair work I have done in recent years. Help. I don’t want to lose everything we have when this baby comes. -At a loss for words on Albemarle Dear At a Loss: You have outlined a nightmare equation: New Baby + First-time Parents x On-Site InLaws/History of Affair = Toxic Environment I’ve said it before, but communication is what’s needed here. I will assume that you and Wife worked through your affair to the point that it is not her magic trump card in each argument you have (e.g. “You forgot to take out the trash! It’s just like the time when you forgot you were married…”). If not, then I suggest you race to a couples counselor ASAP before Baby arrives. Trust me, you won’t have time for this later, and it’s a huge investment in your parenting future. But if you and your wife have already worked through the pain of your affair, and together made the conscious decision to forgive and move on (um, with regular check-ins and attention to one another’s needs), then please don’t let your fears about what her family thinks of you serve as a reason not to be heard on the topic of the in-laws moving into your fictional new house in suburbia. Having a new baby is like hosting a demanding, jetlagged houseguest (who doesn’t speak your language) for about two full years. No matter what size your house is, there may never be space for her parents in that setting. Yes, you will appreciate their help and support, but no, they don’t need to be sleeping in your basement, selecting paint colors, and relying on you for emotional support while adjusting to the simultaneous shocks of retirement, grandparenting, and relocation. The In-Laws are offering you an amazing gift of love and collaboration. If they really want to try living in the DC area, I say welcome them and help steer them to the very best rental in town. At the same time, recognize that having a child and moving are among the top stressful life events that can lead to anxiety and depression. While some people thrive on tackling these changes all at once,

you are not in the wrong for voicing opposition. Well intended or not, other people can get between us in relationships – including babies. We must take care to treat marriage space as sacred, or damage is inevitable. Moving away and moving in with two additional adults must be a decision made by you and your wife in harmony. Doing so will affirm your alliance; something you will certainly value as you head into the next 18 years. Dear Stacy: I work downtown as an administrative assistant at a nonprofit and I absolutely hate my job. I am 25, graduated more than two years ago with a degree in foreign relations, and while my group’s mission relates somewhat to my education and interests, getting coffee and integrating hardcopy files with our new advanced computer program does not. There’s no one to talk to. No one wants to be friendly with me. I know I am lucky – many of my friends are waiting tables and working in daycare centers because of the difficult job market. But I find myself with a pit in my stomach every time the 32 bus turns onto my office block. It doesn’t help that my boss is a very bitter, older lady with no family or (apparently) friends, who seems to take delight in making my life very difficult. I don’t see an end in sight – I’ve applied for promotions only to be told I don’t have enough experiDOG POLITICS Continued from page 10... I am here am hereI am here to tell you this: I knew the city was divided before Vince Gray told me it was, and even before the Washington Post told me so. There are people just on my block who admire Michelle Rhee or who dislike her intensely. There are teachers who live here, and EMS workers out of the firehouse down the street, and there are people who work for the city — quite a few. There are newer young people with young children, and people who lived in the same house for decades. There are houses being renovated, usually with work crews consisting of Hispanic workers. Trucks are all over the place. There are people that curse Mayor Fenty (cab drivers especially so), and there are people who like what he’s done. “The curbs, they clean. The crime, not so much,” a Hispanic homeowner who voted for Fenty told me. “That SOB had done more to hurt affordable housing than anybody,” an affordable housing advocate said angrily just a week ago. All politics are truly local. There’s one man here I have practically daily talks with, which my dog allows me to do grudgingly. We solve the problems of the world and those of the more immediate area. We disagree on some things, but tomorrow, we will still talk about the things we disagree about. He likes what the mayor has accomplished and worries about the disruption that might result with a new mayor. I happen to think, after much thought, that politics is as much about people and perception as it is about the use of power. What has puzzled me about Fenty, since he came to power practically unanimously, is that he appeared himself puzzled about the displeasure, the disappointment with him in the city, especially in the economically stressed wards. It’s as if, being all but unanimously elected, that he shouldn’t have had to worry about observing the niceties of basic

ence. How am I to get experience when all they let me do is data entry? -Fed Up in Federal Triangle Dear Fed Up: First, congratulations on maintaining a work history after graduation – not an easy task in this economy! But I hear you that your work situation is not feeding you, and it sounds like in addition to being flat-out bored, you aren’t feeling trusted or appreciated by your officemates. While the office environment isn’t always the best place to make friends, you spend at least 40 hours there per week, and spending those hours without any positive relationships can have painful reverberations into how we feel about our work, our city, and even ourselves. How about exploring your sense of feeling stuck – are you frustrated in other areas? Dating? Family? Living situation? A wise friend once told me that when we feel like nothing in life is quite right, the one part that seems the most obvious of a misfit (e.g. job) gets the most scrutiny, and as a result, creates the most disappointment. When we’re really stuck, sometimes adding something new and totally unrelated can help build new energy and create opportunity. Are you training for a race? Learning to cook? Learning to drum at Meridian Hill Park? Back to the office: I applaud your efforts to seek promotions, and I am going to assume that you also have your ear to the ground and eyes on the want ads looking for new opportunities. But as you wait for the right people to realize what a catch you are, have you spoken to your human contact and interaction. Gray, on the other hand, didn’t just worry about it; he often reveled in it. I think that the conduct of both Fenty and Gray since the last poll which so electrified the city was to some extent revealing. Fenty had promised to change in addressing inclusion and listening to people, and the promise didn’t quite ring true. He listed his achievements, which alone are compelling, denounced Grey for his DHS reign, and promised to keep on moving forward. Grey presented papers and position tomes, but more than that he fleshed himself out as a candidate right before our eyes. He seemed to often see the campaign as a way to get to know more people, as a kind of social gathering. Mostly what I’ve learned from my daily walks is that politics is local in the sense of what I see and hear around the block every day. The man who has trouble finding work talks about his ailing 90-some-year-old father while resting on his bicycle: jobs, health care for the elderly and transportation. The woman living in an apartment tells me about the constant battles with landlords, half-hearted renovation and rent raises and dealing with city agencies: governance, rent control, urban housing issues. People gossip about the price of renovated houses in the neighborhood. Everyday you see more and more children in the park. In the neighborhood, there are two new grocery stores and a renovated Safeway. In the neighborhood there are also still no foot patrols. One of our neighbors is building an enclosed backyard patio. People move in and out. On our block, one of my neighbors celebrated the birth of a son, his second child, last week. He helped deliver the baby himself on a night near midnight, and no doubt for a second felt himself a king. All politics are local. Even the birth of a child, where all future policy planning starts.

superiors (not just the Bitter Old Lady to whom you report) about feeling dissatisfied? Are you making yourself available for additional assignments and opportunities, all the while showing them your enthusiasm for the more substantive tasks? If so, and you still are not feeling heard, then you will have to weigh the feeling of being ignored and paid, versus the feeling of walking away and figuring out what comes next. The cliché that it’s easier to find a job when you already have a job is fairly legit in this market, so staying on with the data entry might be a better financial choice for now. A rarely acknowledged workplace truth is that time on the job actually translates into experience on a résumé – e.g. you may think that your “data entry” is worthless, but data entry over a few more years can actually translate into an “information technology specialty,” which may be catnip to your next employer. But as you wait out the clock, you certainly can seek out more intriguing extracurriculars. Are there organizations in your field you can join – with happy hours you can attend – to meet new people and revive your passion for whatever it is you are passionate about? Yes, your 20’s is a time for paying your dues, but you don’t have to be miserable while writing the check. Stacy Notaras Murphy is a licensed professional counselor and certified Imago Relationship therapist practicing at the Imago Center of DC in Georgetown. Her website is www. therapygeorgetown.com. This column should not be considered a substitute for professional counseling. Please send your relationship questions to stacy@georgetowner.com.

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Salon owner Dennis Roche is embraced by models Amanda Curry and Melissa Sylvester. The VIP party in the Roche Salon at Washington Harbour kicked off the night, as Georgetown BID executive director James Bracco welcomed all the beautiful people.

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bravissiomo society Leilane Mehler founded the Bravissimo Society to assist young singers in our region through an awards competition, which will conclude in May of 2011. On Sept. 12, she and her husband Barry hosted supporters for a recital of Zarzuela performed by soprano Serena Canino, baritone Jose Sacin, as well as tenor Aurelio Dominguez and pianist Emily Senturia, who came from Norfolk where they are in rehearsals for Rigoletto. Bravissimo founding member Felipe Rodriguez likened Zarzuela, which originated in Spain, to US musicals in the blending of music and drama.

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