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Su-Li Hung & Richard Sloat: 40 Years Together in Art The Old Print Gallery at 5 p.m.. Hung and Sloat met at the Art Students League in 1971, and married the following year. Now, 40 years later, The Old Print Gallery celebrates their creative partnership with a retrospective of each artist’s work. Although their print-making emerges from two very distinct styles, the show reveals glimpses of shared motifs, colors, and textures, as well as moments of inspiration. Visit www.oldprintgallery.com for more information. The Old Print Gallery, 1220 31st St., NW
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Symposium, NSLM Polo Cup, and Exhibition The National Sporting Library and Museum will host two major events on the weekend of Sept. 22 and 23. The first will be a symposium held on Saturday in the Founders’ Room of the Library from 3:00 - 7:30 p.m. The second will be a polo cup match and luncheon fundraiser on Sunday that will take place at the Virginia International Polo Club in Upperville, Virginia. Visit www.nsl.org for more information. The National Sporting Library and Museum, Virginia International Polo Club in Upperville, Virginia.
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Washington Bach Consort presents “Kings and Commoners” With the beginning of our 35th anniversary season coinciding with an electoral race, the National Presbyterian Church takes a look at music commissioned for state occasions. Handel’s anthem was written for the coronation of George II in 1727, when the Te Deum by Orlando Gibbons, who served kings of England over a century before, may also have been performed. Blow and Boyce wrote for James II and George III respectively, but it takes the genius of Bach to bestow grandeur fit for royalty on the inauguration of a town council. Tickets $23$65, Students 18 and younger $10. For more information, visit bachconsort.org. National Presbyterian Church, 4101 Nebraska Ave., NW.
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Music on the Lawn: Holly Bass and her Jazz Trio Music on the Lawn is taking place every Thursday evening in September, 5 to 7 p.m. Guests are invited to bring picnic blankets, food and beverages; chairs will also be available. In case of in climate weather the performance will be moved indoors. Holly Bass is an accomplished poet who will be reading her works while accompanied by a jazz band. She is a fan favorite from past years. This event is open to the public. For more information, visit gracedc.org. Grace Episcopal Church Georgetown, 1041 Wisconsin Ave., NW
Reporters Committee First Amendment Awards Fred Graham, former Court TV anchor, will receive the first Fred Graham Distinguished Service Award at the Reporters Committee’s First Amendment Awards Dinner. Also honored will be Josh Gerstein of Politico, Brian Lamb of C-SPAN Networks and Barbara W. Wall of Gannett Co. Inc. Co-chairs are John Fahey of the National Geographic Society and Katharine Weymouth of The Washington Post. Confirmed hosts are Pierre Thomas of ABC News and Judy Woodruff of the “PBS NewsHour.” Tickets start at $500 per person. For more information, email gala2012@ rcfp.org or call (703) 807-2100. The Four Seasons Hotel, 2800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW.
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2012 Nyumbani Benefit and Auction The benefit celebrates the 20th Anniversary of the Founding of the Nyumbani Children’s Home in Kenya. This year’s theme is Nyumbani: From Vision to Reality — Twenty Years and Growing. The event will feature cocktails, a silent auction and gift sales. The dinner, program and auction will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets prices start at $165 per person. For more information, visit nyumbani.org or call (202) 257-2335. Ritz Carlton Hotel, 1150 22nd Street, NW,
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Crystal City Diamond Derby The Crystal City Diamond Derby will transform a parking garage into an urban cycling
course complete with a lounge, street art, and spectator viewing areas and – new to the Derby – cycling-inspired fashion shows. The event kicks off with the arrival of the D&Q River Ride, a fashion-fueled casual ride originating in DC. For more information, visit www.diamond-derby.com. 2345 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA.
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Second Annual “Fore” the Kids Golf Tournament You are invited to Hidden Creek Country Club for their second annual golf tournament. This is a great event to come out and meet fellow golf enthusiasts and support a good cause. For more information, call (703) 973-3830. Hidden Creek Country Club, 1711 Clubhouse Rd., Reston, VA 20190.
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Embassy Night 2012 The World Trade Center Institute invites you to Embassy Night 2012, a VIP dinner showcasing global markets and business success. Seating is limited, sign up today. In just one evening, Embassy Night attendees will have the chance to connect with the region’s key decision makers, high level executives, Ambassadors and Senior Embassy Representatives. Tickets begin at $175. For more information, visit www.wtci.org/embassynight2012/. Ronald Reagan International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave, NW. ★
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Georgetown Senior Center: Enjoying Golden Years BY DAV ID ROF F MAN
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hen all is said and done, the real citadel of strength in any community is in the hearts, minds and desires of those who dwell there. Georgetown’s strength is evident in the many charitable and philanthropy projects. Programs at different Georgetown ministries help the homeless. The Volta Park, Rose Park and Georgetown Waterfront Park projects have revitalized our community’s green spaces. The annual House Tour and Garden Tour benefit various groups in need. Lastly, there is the Georgetown Senior Center, which this newspaper has supported for over three decades.
The Senior Center, founded by Virginia Luce Allen in 1982, is run today by a dedicated board of directors and volunteers. It is a non-profit, non-governmental organization, which provides lunches for older people three times a week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at St. John’s Episcopal Church at Potomac and O Streets, N.W. The lunches are prepared by volunteers, most of whom are Georgetown residents. Prior to each lunch is a light exercise program for the seniors led by Ayanna Smith. After each lunch, the seniors are treated to a special program. Recent programs have included a performance by the Calico Cloggers, a talk by local astronaut Scott Altman and a talk by a National Gallery of Art curator preparing for a special exhibit. Wendy Erlanger has been arranging these special programs for close to ten years now and is doing an amazing job. Upcoming programs include a talk by international news and documentary producer Steve Sapienza, a performance by multi-instrumentalist Jesse Palidofsky and two sessions on communicating with grandchildren on Facebook. Throughout the year, there are special luncheons like the Long and Foster picnic, an afternoon delight at Clyde’s of Georgetown, and special luncheons at Paolo’s Restaurant and Billy Martin’s Tavern. Prior to Christmas and Easter there are special luncheons prepared by the 1789 Restaurant. On the third Wednesday of each month, the seniors have lunch and programs with the seniors group at St. Paul’s Methodist. Many of the volunteers who prepare the meals are Georgetown moms, headed up by longtime volunteer Mary Meyer, who schedules the cooks. Jorge Bernardo drives the van, picking up the seniors and delivering them back home after the luncheons. Every month, the seniors go on a field trip, which are proposed by staff and selected by the seniors. Recent Field Trips have included the National Geographic Museum’s Titanic exhibit, a trip to the National Arboretum’s bonsai collection, a Washington Nationals game and a visit to St. Alban’s to hear an “Arts at Midday” performance. For over 30 years, Virginia Luce Allen was the voice and advocate for the Georgetown
Georgetown Senior Center members go out on many field trips over the year.
Senior Center. Today, a board of directors carries on Virginia’s vision and meet every two to three months. The board’s officers include Allison Silberberg, Janice Rahimi, Lila Sullivan and Wendy Erlanger. Charitable contributions to the Georgetown Senior Center are always welcome, and periodic
fundraisers are essential to the continuance of the Center. One recent Benefit, a cocktail reception at F. Scott’s in May 2012, was well attended and raised approximately $17,000. The reception was given by Ginger and John Laytham and Sally Davidson of The Clyde’s Group. ★
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EDITORIAL / OPINION
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Presidential Election Anything but Laughable
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In the early 1970s, the late comedian Pat Paulsen wrote a book called “How to Wage a Successful Campaign for the Presidency.” In it, he prepared speeches, advertisements, debate responses, and answers to media questions for any candidate. If Paulsen were alive today, he might have written a mock acceptance speech from a Presidential candidate that looked something like this...
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uch has been said about Linda Greenan’s legacy [The Georgetowner, Sept. 5, editorial] as she retires from her long tenure as vice president for community relations at Georgetown University. For nearly two decades, Linda played an integral role in securing District government approval for university development projects such as the Canal Road entrance and the Southwest Quadrangle. She was the face of the university in negotiations with the community on the Campus Plan and on student conduct issues. But Linda’s most lasting legacy may be as a leader in securing voting rights for college and university students in the District of Columbia. Sixteen years ago, a group of GU students sought to take a more active role in local government by voting in local elections and serving on Advisory Neighborhood Commissions. They launched a student voter registration drive and nominated G.U. students to run for seats on ANC2E. But a handful of Georgetown residents vigorously opposed them. They challenged the right of students to register in the District, and they challenged the credentials of students attempting to vote, creating long lines at the polls on Election Day. Linda passionately believed that everyone should have the right to vote and to run for local office. She encouraged the students to stand up for their rights and guided them to victory at a day-long hearing before the Board of Elections. As a result of Linda’s leadership, university students now can vote in the District and can serve on ANCs, and they routinely do so. College and university students in the District have Linda Greenan to thank for this. A fine and lasting legacy, indeed. Grace Bateman, Georgetown
Thank you. Thank you so much. Thank you, delegates. I am so proud to accept your nomination for the [Republican / Democratic] candidate for President. Isn’t my wife great? Aren’t my kids beautiful and great? Our nation’s economy is [in trouble / improving]. In September 2008, when our financial system was on the edge of collapse, the government did the [right / wrong] thing by letting a few large investment banks fail and then stepping in to save the others. Many economists [agree / disagree] this led our nation, as well as the world economy, into its greatest economic crisis since the Great Depression. A few weeks later, the nation’s largest commercial banks, where you have your checking and savings accounts, were on the brink of collapse. The government had to decide whether to let them [live / die] [with / without] government assistance. A Republican President and Democratic Congress worked together on a $700 billion bailout. I believe they did the [right / wrong] thing. A few months later, another President and Congress agreed on another $800 billion bailout for the auto industry and the rest of the economy. This time, I believe they did the [right / wrong] thing. Since then, the situation [has / has not] improved [because / even though] the private sector has created 4.5 million new jobs. That is [as good as possible / not enough] given the circumstances. Government is smaller and has trimmed more than 600,000 jobs. That is [good / bad] because there were [too many / not enough] teachers, police, fire fighters, and other public servants. Now, we [are / are not] through the worst of this crisis, and must move the country forward. I have a five point plan to put the country back on track.
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First, we must make our country energy independent. Our nation is blessed with vast quantities of natural resources that can allow us to be energy independent by 2020 and fuel our country for a century or more. We need to develop domestic sources of [fossil fuels / natural gas, nuclear power, wind, and solar energy]. We [must ease / are easing] the regulatory burden on our energy companies. New sources of energy can provide the new high paying jobs and become our largest export. Second, we must improve our educational system and give everyone a better chance to succeed. I am so fortunate to have gone to Harvard [with / without] government assistance. Only an educational system designed at the [federal / state / local / parental] level can compete with Germany and Japan. Steve Jobs told me that Apple needs 30,000 new engineers who can be trained in America. My iPod has music from [fill in this blank to appeal to your voters]. Third, we [must negotiate / are negotiating] free and fair trade agreements so American workers and businesses play on a level playing field. We must stand up to China, and protect our intellectual property and the dollar. Fourth, we must reduce the deficit by [raising / lowering] taxes. Spending is [out of / hard to] control because of [this / the previous] President. Finally, we must [start / continue] to help small businesses, they are the source of new jobs of the future. Over the past four years, government has [hurt / helped] small businesses more than ever before. If you vote for me, we will do this together. We can change the direction of our nation. Thank you. Thank you so much. God Bless the United States of America. *** Pat Paulsen called this comedy. Today we call it “talking points.” This year’s candidates could have taught Paulson a thing or two about debating. When several of them got questions they didn’t like, they ignored it and said, “You ask the questions you want; I give the answers I want.” If only Mitt Romney and President Obama could make us laugh. ★
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ur first legislative session of the fall was this week, and I’m looking forward to finishing out the year on a positive note. For those of you who regularly read the Georgetowner, I recently wrote a piece highlighting a few gaps I see in our public schools and library services. Just before the summer recess, I introduced a bill to expand our library hours. This week, I introduced a bill that would require each public school to have a full time librarian, art teacher, and music teacher. It is hard for me to believe we continue to invest nearly $2 billion a year into our public schools—yes, that’s “billion”—with the highest per-pupil funding formula in the nation, and yet have the worst educational outcomes in the nation. This suggests to me our money is not being spent in the right places. I also introduced a bill to limit the way the Council is able to intervene in the contracting process. Too often, we have seen allegations of ethical violations by members of the Council who are seen as advocating for or against a particular vendor that may have personal or campaign involvement with the member. Some of these contracts are for large amounts of money. I believe contracting should happen through a merit-based selection process insulated from political pressure. On a related note, campaign finance reform is another area of focus for me this year. There will be a lot of discussion about new laws and regulations, even as the election cycle is in full swing, in light of the Mayor’s legislative proposal last month. Keep in mind the legal troubles several members of the government have been facing are not because the laws need changing, but rather because the laws already on the books have been allegedly violated. For ethics and campaign finance rules, I have consistently supported enhanced disclosure requirements, more rigorous enforcement when violations are discovered, and more meaningful penalties assessed on violators. Current practice is to simply assess a penalty a year after an election is already won; for example, politicians can view a penalty as simply a cost of doing business, and it is invariably paid with campaign funds rather than out of an elected official’s own pocket. Last on the legislative front, I introduced a resolution again relating to the future possibility of a commuter tax. Many Virginia and Maryland residents take advantage of the infrastructure and business opportunities offered within the District every day, and yet don’t contribute to its upkeep through their income tax dollars. I have had productive discussions with Congressman Darrell Issa, who chairs the House Committee with oversight over the District, and believe we may have Republican support for this proposal along with concepts such as budget autonomy. I look forward to the upcoming Council session and working on the challenges ahead. ★
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In Appreciation: Jaylee Mead BY G ARY T ISCHL ER
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n this day and age, there are a number of ways to find people we have lost. We — Washington, the arts community, the theater community, actors, writers, musicians and students — lost Jaylee Mead last week. The astronomer and arts philanthropist died at the age of 83 of congestive heart failure. Even though she’s gone, we can still find her. If you love the performing arts, just look around you. The Mead name belonged to Jaylee and her late husband Gilbert, who died in 1997, and it is on any number of lobbies, theaters, spaces, and buildings where their focused, passionate philanthropy had an enormous effect, from the Arena Stage to the Studio Theatre, in addition to places like the Kennedy Center, the Woolly Mammoth Theatre, the Levine School of Music, the Mead Theatre Lab for Experimental Plays, among many other groups. They were also active in education and youth causes. Look to YouTube, where you would be delighted to find Mead holding forth in a parent role in a local production of “Pippin” singing “It’s time to start living because spring will turn to fall in no time at all.” The Meads, with the focus of their trade, and the hearts and passion of their tastes and intelligence, were active all over Washington and left their mark on the city. There was no question that Jaylee Mead had a huge impact on the theater
world of the city, and as a result, the city itself. Spectacularly and most notably, the Arena Stage now bears the name of The Mead Center for American Theater, owing to the Meads’ $35 million in gifts to go with matching pledges. Joy Zinoman, the retired artistic director and founder of the Studio Theatre, described Mead’s efforts as “unparalleled.” Mead provided a million dollar loan to Zinoman when she was contemplating to move the Studio Theatre to the 14th Street space it occupies now. “It was brave. It was a great risk. She was providing this for a place at the time we could only rent and not buy for ten years. That was the situation at the time,” Zinoman said. “She was my friend, certainly, but more than that—benefactor, sure, inspiration, sure, but also a kind of mother figure, even though we weren’t that far apart in age,” Zinoman said. “She was just so brave, undaunted, she took off on a car trip across the country, she was at the theatre almost every night. I admired her more than you can imagine. We all loved her. It’s a great loss that you feel strongly. “She was very tough and rigorous in her approach to giving. She knew what was needed, and she approached giving with the rigor of a scientist and the spirit of a great soul,” Zinoman said. “She had a vision, just like the rest of us, and she helped us to achieve ours.”
bigger, new location that pioneered the economic revival of the area. Something similar is happening in the Southwest waterfront area where the Arena Stage is located. We lost Jaylee Mead on Sept.14, but look around—she and her husband left a big footprint on the Washington landscape and its culture, a footprint you could tap dance in. ★
Zinoman acknowledged that Mead was an influence on her in more personal ways as well. “I can be, let’s say, a little volatile. I think that’s no secret. I could get angry easily and lash out. And Jaylee, well, I think she tempered me, helped me be a little calmer in those situations.” It’s generally acknowledged that the Meads changed Washington with their philanthropic efforts. Most folks would concede that while the later presence of Whole Foods near 14th and P Street helped, it was the Studio Theatre in its
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Tony & Joe’s Celebrates 25 Years T
BY R OBE RT DEVANEY ony Cibel knows how to throw a party, inviting old friends and some new ones, offering all kinds of seafood, of course: oysters, clams, lobster tails, soft-shell crabs, and letting the drinks flow. It’s great to have local politicians stop by and give congratulations and even cooler to have a former Mayor of Washington, D.C., sing for you at the end of the evening. Yes, Marion Barry can headline a band, too. Tony’s admirers were at Tony & Joe’s restaurant at Washington Top:Washington Harbour’s original developer Herb Miller, Tony Cibel and Councilman Harbour, next to the Potomac, on Jack Evans with a D.C. resolution. Sept. 13 to celebrate 25 years of the popular eatery as well as to see the Bottom: Former Mayor Marion Barry belts out the blues with the band. renovations that had to be done after the April 2011 flood. The restaurant has set the culinary bar higher with its new executive chef David Stein, just as the waterfront complex itself is revamping and turning up the placeto-be notch with a lighted, waterspouting fountain that will convert into an ice-skating rink in the winter. “The post-flood redesign truly puts the word ‘tony’ in our name,” Tony & Joe’s says. “The sleek and airy remodeled dining room has been configured to offer vast event
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Ribbon Cut to Finish O & P Streets Rehab Project The rain was threatening Sept. 18, but Mayor Vincent Gray, local politicians and community leaders spoke quickly to get to the ribbon-cutting that symbolized the completion of the O and P Streets Rehabilitation Project. The 18-month $11.8-million reconstruction (mostly Federal dollars used) made key repairs on O and P Streets, N.W. -- unique with their streetcar tracks -- between Wisconsin Avenue and 37th Street to preserve the roadways’ structural and historical integrity. Gray recalled that streetcars stopped rolling in 1962 in D.C. but added that they would come again, first to H Street in 2013. He noted that the specific type of track system in Georgetown only remains here and in London. Councilman Jack Evans said he waited long for this day and joked that he had “met with President Washington and Pierre L’Enfant.” Advisory neighborhood commissioner Jeff Jones, a community leader for the project, said O and P Streets connected Georgetown to the rest of D.C. and to its past. “Let us take ownership” of these streets, Jones said. Using refurbished and new materials, a uniform surface -- not more cars slipping on and off the tracks, or persons for that matter -- has been restored to the once greatly deteriorated streets that feature picturesque stone pavers and original streetcar tracks.
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options. Sweeping floor to ceiling windows allow diners to enjoy panoramic views from every seat in the house. To one side, take in the Potomac River and Kennedy Center. To the other, enjoy the Washington Harbor’s new Las Vegas-style fountain. The overall effect is spectacular” Native Washingtonian Cibel has been a player on the restaurant scene with his other places, such as the Dancing Crab, Nick’s Riverside Grille, Kaufmanns Tavern, Cabanas and the Rockfish. The patriarch of the Oceanside Management Family of restaurants has two sons and two nephews involved in his business operations, “making sure that a family member pays attention to the numberous details so necessary to operating restaurants,” he says. Councilman Jack Evans got caught up in the evening’s excitement as he welcomed Councilman and former Mayor Marion Barry and said, “He’ll always be mayor.” Tony Cibel added to the quips, saying that Washington Harbour should have a casino instead of National Harbor. Everybody else was just happy to be there to take it all in. ★
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TOWN TOPICS ANC Report: Rats, Cameras, Police
The ribbon is cut and falls on O Street Sept. 18 to mark the end of the O and P Streets project: Ron Lewis of ANC2E, Christopher Lawson of the Federal Highway Administration, Ward 2 Councilman Jack Evans, Mayor Vincent Gray, Jeff Jones and Ed Solomon, both of ANC2E.
Human Bones Discovered at Q Street Someone call the Jeffersonian, and get Dr. Temperance Brennan on the case. It might make a great TV show. Name it “Bones.” O.K., so the real Smithsonian Institution was contacted after contractors first called the Metropolitan Police last week because of bones found while digging along a driveway between 3333 and 3329 Q St., N.W., as first reported in Georgetown Patch. The contractors had discovered what looked like a skull of human skeleton. An expert from the Smithsonian told Patch that the discovery was not forensic, i.e., related to a crime, but rather the bones were “obviously historic in nature.” The home where the bones were found is across from Volta Park which in the 19th century was a cemetery for the local Presbyterian church.
Here are highlights from the Sept. 4 meeting of Advisory Neighborhood Commission 2E: Marvelous Market, the food specialty shop at Wisconsin Avenue and P Street, was criticized for its allegedly poor work in keeping trash bins properly contained -- and too often overflowing -- and thus open to pests and rodents. “It’s a buffet for rats,” said commissioner Tom Birch. Commissioners questioned a Department of Health official and a representative of Marvelous Market. The business said it had installed locked tops and apologized. Ten cameras have been donated to the Metropolitan Police Department by the Georgetown Business Improvement District, John Weibenson said. The BID, he added, also approved $300,000 to its budget for police overtime work. A representative from the Shops at Georgetown Park, owned by Vornado Realty Trust, gave an update with no specifics on future tenants but added the mall’s garage was being re-done. The Wisconsin Avenue garage entrance is now closed but the garage’s Potomac Street entrance, at the back of Dean & Deluca, has reopened for tenants of Georgetown Park condos. Advisory Neighborhood Commission 2E will meet Oct. 1, 6:30 p.m., at Georgetown Visitation Prep, 35th Street and Volta Place.
T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods Coming to Georgetown Park? A Vornado Realty Trust retail opportunity flyer, obtained by the Georgetown Metropolitan
blog, had the neighborhood’s attention over the weekend. A map of Georgetown Park -- now closed and under reconstruction -- revealed space available for two large restaurants along with space already made available to designer discounters, T.J. Maxx and HomeGoods. The blog continued: “The flyer also shows an expanded J. Crew. GM also learned that while the flyer doesn’t show it, one of the other primary tenants will be a Michaels arts and craft store. Essentially, when Vornado is done with it, the bulk of the mall will have been converted into a couple big box stores that have all the charm and destination-appeal of Rockville Pike.” As previously reported in the Georgetowner from an Aug. 20 hard-hat tour of the on-going reconstruction of the Shops at Georgetown Park by Vornado Realty Trust’s Jennifer Nettles, who is manager of the huge 3222 M St., NW, retail space: “Escalators are gone and so are the fountains on either side of the complex. Demolition is moving along, as plans call for the floors to be extended from front to back. The group looked out at the open space of the atrium which once provided a dramatic look and feel for the shopping center, opened in 1981. The atrium and its green railings will soon disappear. ‘This is the de-mallization, Nettles said . . . “Where once sat 130 stores, there will now be 15, she said. The largest one of them will take up 45,000 square feet, making it the largest retail space for Georgetown; another will be 31,000 square feet. Some will have multiple levels; all will have an entrance from the street, whether it is from M Street, Wisconsin Avenue or the remaining entrance next to Dean & Deluca. There will be
no mall-like corridors for the public.” The tight-lipped Vornado does not readily respond to media inquiries, especially those from Georgetown and other D.C. news outlets.
Drybar to Open Oct. 19 Less than a month to go before its Oct. 19 opening, Drybar -- at 1825 Wisconsin Ave., N.W. -- is now taking reservations (202-6098644). The “No cuts. No color. Just blowouts.” salon is ready to rock D.C. for $40 a pop. All this is conveniently located next to the Georgetown Safeway and the upcoming Noodles & Company.
Annie Creamcheese Leaves for L.A. After seven years, Annie Creamcheese, the vintage clothing store at 3279 M St., N.W., has closed and is moving to Los Angeles. Owner Garrett Bauman, who resides in Las Vegas but is originally from Bethesda could not reached for comment at presstime The sign on the shop window thanked Washington and announced the store would open in L.A.’s Westwood neighborhood, near U.C.L.A. There is also an Annie Creamcheese, originally named for Bauman’s girlfriend at the time in 2004, in Las Vegas.
Pizzeria Uno Closes Pizzeria Uno Chicago Bar & Grill at 3211 M St., N.W., for more than 30 years has closed its doors. The once popular modest Italian restaurant follows its erstwhile neighbor from half a block away on Wisconsin Avenue, Papa-Razzi, which closed in May. ★
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ou can see them huddled together near the basketball court at Rose Park. Catch a snatch of a conversation between two moms on N Street. Watch them fret over iced tea and poke at salads at Patisserie Poupon. Parents. Fretting. It is private school admission season, and tensions are running high. “It is a tragi-comedy,” mutters one mother, whose son is in kindergarten at Georgetown Day. It certainly generates a lot of anxiety, and a great deal of discussion among a certain set. It is also time-consuming. All those school tours. All those parent coffees, Q and A’s, and child
she ‘has trouble with transitions’ and they don’t let you in!” Then, there are the standardized tests for four-year-olds with questions like “Can you name a vegetable?” Then there are SSATs for the bigger ones. “Boat is to ship as log is to...” The tests mean more appointments, more fees, more stress, and more time spent away from schoolwork, running around outside, or sanity. Parents complain the process can make you crazy. All the rumors and “helpful” tips have a famous parent. Okay, then, know any famous people? Hillary Clinton wrote for one kid. He got into Sidwell. Or do you have a lot of patience and a lot of dough for myriad $50 admis-
Then, there are the standardized tests for four-year-olds with questions like “Can you name a vegetable?” visits. A lot of bother for the privilege of paying $25,000 a year for something you can also get for free. “It is a long process,” says another mother. “You go look at the school, at yet another posh art room, then you apply and write essays about your kid’s strengths—painful—and then, worst of all, you take the kid in and the school decides
sions fees? Another family applied to 13 private schools—13! That girl got into Washington International School. Got private-plane kind of money? One school is rumored to have let in both its richest and the dumbest class during the first year of a massive capital campaign. “All the rooms in this building,” the mother of an 8th grade boys says, “are named after the families
in our class.” Annie Farquhar has been the director of admissions at Maret for 24 years. She says applications come in at a healthy clip, despite the economic downturn, and she recommends a relaxed attitude toward the whole process. That’s probably because she is in the enviable position of gatekeeper, when demand for spots is high and supply is low. “If parents are nervous about applying,” she says, “their child will pick up on it, so try to relax and enjoy this discovery process as much as possible.” Of course, the best way to approach it all is with a big worldview. How much does it
really matter? Perhaps less than it seems on that March day when the letters fall through the mail slot? Perhaps admissions directors know what they’re doing when they don’t let little Tommy in because he cannot sit still? Maybe he would not thrive at school X, despite what his parents want? Megan Gabriel is the mother of three kids— one in college, one at St Albans and another at NCS. She says perhaps private school parents ought to “jump ship, save our money and put the time, effort and thousands of dollars into public schools. After all, as far as colleges are concerned, an A is an A, no matter where it comes from.” ★
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PERFORMANCE & MUSEUM
Actor Floyd King Bids Farewell to the Bard W BY G ARY T ISCHL ER
ashington theater fans think they know Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Floyd King. This makes sense. After all, hundreds, maybe thousands, of Washington area theatergoers have spent plenty of time with him going back to the 1980s. It’s true that he’s had different faces in different roles, but we feel like we know him well enough. We’ve seen his Parolles, his Feste, his fool, all the people in “A Tale of Two Cities”, and the ale-loving delegate from Rhode Island in “1776”. King greets his fans with a handshake in the lobby of the Lansburgh Theatre, where he and the rest of the Shakespeare Theatre Company is in rehearsal for a production of an adaptation of Gogol’s “The Government Inspector”, which runs through Oct. 28. King’s manner is casual, his face is recognizable and his voice is more so, modulated down to conversation. King is pumped about the production, which is a true ensemble piece. It brings together a horde of actors with whom he’s worked with before. “That’s what I love about this, it’s like some sort of party, almost, or reunion, Nancy [Robinette], Ted [Sabin], Rich [Foucheoux], and all the others, including Hugh Nees, Derek Smith, Sarah [Marshall],” he says. “We’ve all
been around a while and we all know each other.” Michael Kahn is directing. About the only AWOL actor is Ted van Griethuysen, with whom King has worked many times. “We’re old friends,” King said of him. He was the fool to van Griethuysen’s Lear, and together they played the bumbling duo of Dogberry and Verges in “Much Ado About Nothing” like the two stumbling bums in “Waiting for Godot”, the absurdist play by Samuel Beckett. Most theater folks will tell you that King is one of the area’s finest comic actors, especially in Shakespeare plays. Being a great comic actor is only an inch away from being a great tragedian, or as an actor once said, “Tragedy is easy, comedy is hard.” King thinks recognizes that fine, wavering, trembling line. This is what King brings to the acting game. His voice alone can elicit laughter. He can also become becalmed, introspective, preen like a peacock on a dime. After seeing King in so many plays, we often we feel as if we know him. Here are some things we don’t know. Much of King’s career has been spent in Washington, but, surprisingly, he isn’t a
Washingtonian. “I have a place in New York, and a house in the Poconos,” he said. “I go there for peace and quiet, and it’s easy to get to from New York.” There’s one more thing we didn’t know about King. “This is the last play I’ll be doing in Washington this season,” he said. “Yes, that’s it at least for this season. I haven’t contracted for any other roles. I haven’t taken any other offers.” Shakespeare is King’s bread and butter, but he believes its time for a change of pace. “I’ve done most of the parts I can suited for in Shakespeare,” said King. “I want to take stock. I want to relax a little. I want to go back to Minnesota, and San Francisco and other places. It’s not permanent. It’s just time for a change a little bit.” This makes King’s appearance as a postmaster in “The Government Inspector” all the more special. “I’m enjoying it,” he said. You should too. In the meantime, we’ll all be “Waiting for Gogol,” for the return of the King.★
The Government Inspector is showing at the Lansburgh Theatre through Oct. 28. Tickets are available at www.shakespearetheatre.org
No ‘Doubt’ about Barbara Kruger at the Hirshhorn BY ARI POS T
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ords civilize us. They separate us fair-haired and dexterous animals of intellect from the world of beasts. A baby’s first word is perhaps the first great milestone of their life because words denote the very wonder and intelligence of humankind. Words can also make us stupid and unbearable. We often use our words to equivocate, deceive and inflict pain. With them we can distort reality, underscore prejudice, betray one another, and lie to ourselves. This sort of linguistic relativity—the intention versus perception of our words—is a chance we take every time we open our mouths or put pen to paper. We try to deliver out into the world our thoughts and imaginings, in essence our very selves, and this is perhaps where words seem to falter. Words fail us ¬– or we fail our words – when they do not do justice to what we feel inside. In her current installation at the Hirshhorn Museum, Barbara Kruger (b. 1945) takes this chance on a monumental scale, releasing her words to form a lexical portrait of our country. With phrases, questions and verbal symbols cramming the walls and floors of the gallery, “Barbara Kruger: Belief+Doubt” paints a contemporary silhouette of a thoughtful but frustrated American society. By the 1980s, Kruger was at the forefront of artists who brought photographic illustration and mass media techniques into the mainstream. Pulling from her experience as a magazine photo editor and designer, she reproduced large-scale photomontages from old books and magazines emblazoned with banners of her own text, turning conceptual art into a vibrant public discourse. For instance, across a Rockwellian image of a grade-school girl
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sweetly poking the curled bicep of her young friend (triggering an image of innocence, sentimentality and the romantic heroism of the 1950s), a bold red banner reads, “We don’t need another hero.” Since the 1990s, Kruger has focused increasingly on creating environments that immerse the viewer in language. She has employed sound and video projection, orchestrated landscapes of words and, as in this current installation, enclosed her viewers in entire rooms wrapped in text. However, this installation does not just stand out for its satirical witticism. In “Belief+Doubt” Kruger moves beyond pointing at the vagaries of our social mores in an effort to tackle them head-on. Descending the escalator to the Hirshhorn’s basement galleries, the trim beneath the ground-floor banisters has written on it four questions. “Whose body?” “Whose beliefs?” “Whose power?” “Whose values?” This is the primer for the sociopolitical labyrinth you are about to enter. The front wall of the installation, covered from corner to corner in white letters that stretch from floor to ceiling, reads, “Belief + Doubt = Sanity.” With three words, Kruger offers a hopeful equation that encapsulates our country’s current state of erratic political discord. Though we are at polarizing odds, we all have our tenets and our reservations—and these are often things we struggle to put into words. Taking up the walls and floors of the large room, including the adjoining gift shop and undersides of the escalators, Kruger’s words become an accumulation of social taboos, moral inevitabilities and political ponderings. “Believe anything. Forget everything. Look
for the moment when pride becomes contempt. You want it. You buy it. You forget it.” The words point to bigger questions beyond themselves. “Who prays loudest? Who is free to choose?” There aren’t any answers, and maybe these words form the wrong questions, but she is unafraid to ask them. This project is wildly sincere and yet, in a way, unsettlingly ambivalent. These cultural ellipses are bracingly direct, but
without the usual soapbox posturing we are inured to witnessing from the political milieu. I think Kruger just wants us to think, to confront our angels and demons in ourselves and in each other, honestly and simply. ★ “Barbara Kruger: Belief+Doubt” is on view through 2014. For more information visit www. Hirshhorn.si.edu.
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New York Fashion Week, Spring 2013, is the beginning of the fashion season that travels all over the world. Held at Lincoln Center, this premier, semiannual event draws thousands of industry professionals, celebrities and fashionistas to eight days of runway shows and presentations. This year, the list of designers included Diane Von Furstenberg, Betsey Johnson, Monique Lhuillier, Ralph Lauren, and Michael Kors.
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Joseph Abboud’s
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Ten years after parting ways with his namesake brand, Joseph Abboud is as busy as ever—charting new retail concepts,
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f I put a blindfold on either of you, and I helicoptered you in and dropped you in a mall somewhere in America, you wouldn’t know where you are,” said leading menswear designer Joseph Abboud, whose companies’ suits have been worn by both President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney. “That’s the problem with retail in America. It’s too homogenized.” Though it is fewer than 50 days from the general election, Abboud was not discussing politics. He was talking about his latest retail concept in men’s clothing stores—Streets of Georgetown—which created a major buzz when it opened its Wisconsin Avenue doors a year ago. And the buzz continues. The store’s focus on luxury tailored menswear has made it a destination for people seeking the best service and product for the best price. Abboud, who began his career as a salesman, has a deep passion for retail, and he delights in talking about the Streets concept. Abboud is best known for his contemporary design interpretations on traditional menswear. Beginning as director of merchandise at renowned Boston department store, Louis Boston, Abboud worked at Ralph Lauren in the early 1980s before launching his own line in 1986. Now, as chief creative officer at New York City-based HMX Group, the largest producer of tailored menswear in the country, Abboud enjoys updating historic American brands, such as Hart Schaffner Marx and Hickey Freeman, for a new generation. You saw his suits on everyone this past summer—from NBC’s announcers covering the London Olympics to Romney at the Republican National Convention. On top of that, Abboud is working hard on new projects, including a revitalized Argyleculture brand with hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons. The Streets concept is to provide a shopping showcase for HMX’s different menswear brands under one roof. HMX—which also owns the Bobby Jones, Sansabelt and Ivanka Trump labels—does the majority of its business in department stores. The company sells approximately 750,000 suits a year. Abboud wants to create a retail experience totally distinct from a department store or a mall. Currently, the only other Streets store is in Beverly Hills, Calif., Streets of Beverly Hills. HMX Group plans to open another Streets location in Chicago after it closes the Hickey Freeman flagship there. To make each store special, Abboud is keen on tailoring the store to its location and its clientele. “As you open these stores, you have to use them as sort of laboratories,” he said. Streets has been carrying small runs of exclusive products, just to see how the market responds to them. “Interestingly enough, the customer responded to our higher-priced product,” he said. The goal of Streets of Georgetown may be to get more Washingtonians in HMX suits, but Hickey Freeman is already a popular brand among politicos. “Politicians, we say, they buy sincere suits,” Abboud said. The salespeople at Hickey Freeman on Madison Avenue were quick to run down a list of names. “My colleague, he dresses Rick Lazio [former U.S. Representative from New York],” said Ines Hyun, a sales asso-
Republican Presidential nominee Mitt Romney in Hickey Freeman. Photo courtesy of Cleveland.com
ciate at the store. “The senator from Nevada, Harry Reid, he comes in here once a year, twice a year. Mitt Romney has been coming here for the last ten years. Since he’s so famous, now we go [to him].” Stephen Pindar, another sales associate, dressed Romney when he ran for the Republican nomination in 2008. “Now, he chooses something that’s a little more of an off-blue color, this kind of color,” said Pindar, pointing to a medium dark blue shirt. “Not a navy blue, but he prefers something that’s a little more of a medium blue, a softer blue.” Of course, Abboud delights in seeing his designs on both presidential candidates. “They’re both tall and lean and, you know, the interesting thing is that Obama wears Hart Schaffner Marx, and the governor wears Hickey Freeman,” he said. “We’re politically correct, whether we want to be or not.” Obama wore a Hart Schaffner Marx tuxedo for his inaugural balls in January 2009. The suits are perfect for politicians, given that they are made in American factories. “We’re all trying to protect American icons, American jobs,” said Abboud. “It doesn’t matter whether you’re a Democrat or a Republican. Those are important things. You know, it isn’t appropriate for the President of the United States to be wearing a suit made in Italy.” That concern by politicians proved invaluable last month, when New York Democrats, Sen. Chuck Schumer and Rep. Louise Slaughter, helped to secure additional lines of credit for HMX. As more American manufacturing has been lost overseas, American-made products are finally starting to have a resurgence among a growing number of consumers looking to support American jobs. This summer, Abboud had his biggest opportunity yet to argue that made-inAmerica is best. In July, many Americans were outraged when they learned the U.S. Olympic Team would be outfitted in Ralph Lauren uniforms that were manufactured in China. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., introduced a bill to ensure that future teams’ uniforms would be made in the U.S.A. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid suggested that the Olympic Committee “burn [the uniforms] and start all over again.” Doug Williams, CEO of HMX Group, offered another solution. Hickey Freeman, at its factory in Rochester, N.Y., could manufacture new uniforms for the entire team before the opening ceremonies in
Bob Costas and the rest of NBC’s on-air presenters at the London Olympics were outfitted by Hickey Freeman.
London, then only two weeks away. Cutting, sewing and tailoring uniforms for 539 athletes in only two weeks sounds like a tall order, but for HMX Group it would have been anything but. The apparel conglomerate employs a small army of workers in factories in Chicago, Rochester and Toronto. The team ended up keeping the original uniforms, but viewers watching the Olympics still saw plenty of Hickey Freeman designs on Bob Costas, Matt Lauer and Pat O’Brien. All of NBC’s on-air presenters were outfitted by Hickey Freeman. Abboud has worked with NBC anchors since he began dressing Bryant Gumbel for the Today Show in 1988. “I know how to offer them the things they liked. So, they’ve always felt comfortable, and they’ve trusted me,” Abboud said. “So, that’s why I think the networks have always come back to me. They say, ‘Would you do it? Because our guys want to work with you.’ ” In addition to dressing TV news anchors, Abboud frequently recruits sports figures to market his lines. New York Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira served as spokesman for Hart Schaffner Marx in 2008, and Sean Avery, the recently retired left wing for the New York Rangers, was the face of Hickey Freeman’s spring-summer ad campaign. In recent years, Avery has made a foray into the fashion industry by interning at Vogue and serving as a guest judge on Lifetime’s “Project Runway: All-Stars.” To Abboud, Avery represents a new menswear consumer, the likes of which have boosted market sales over the past few years. “You know, guys love clothes,” he said. “It’s really funny. There’s always been this sort of taboo. You don’t want to be, you know, too interested. Those things are all gone, and guys now are starting to know about it. There’s more information on the Internet. They want to know about heritage brands.” In this stage of his career, Abboud is eager to share his knowledge with young men and believes he’s been focused on his role as an educator. “I’ve thought that I was a teacher more than a designer, because I always wanted to teach,” he said. When he graduated University of Massachusetts Boston in 1972 with a degree in comparative literature, he originally wanted to be a teacher but instead took a full-time sales position at Louis Boston. Getting a well-positioned storefront in Georgetown was half the battle to get the brands to younger customers. Inside, Streets of
Georgetown is sophisticated, not stuffy. The store’s salesmen are hip and extremely knowledgeable about men’s style. Abboud holds them in high regard. “They’re kind of like emissaries,” he said. “They’re spreading the word.” For Abboud, updating HMX Group’s brands for younger consumers while preserving the company’s traditional roots is his most important role. “There’s a discipline to the brand DNA,” he said. “Knowing how to stretch it but not breaking it or going outside of it.” This strategy should come as no surprise. Abboud’s style has always been on the more progressive side of traditional menswear. He started his own line in 1986, because he felt boxed in by the status quo at Ralph Lauren, where he was associate director of menswear design. At Hickey Freeman, he’s introduced slimmer silhouettes and subtle European details on jackets like ticket pockets and double-vents. “He comes out with a nice soft shoulder, you know, patch pockets, and he also likes to use really, really fine fabrics,” said Hyun, the sales associate at Hickey Freeman’s Madison Avenue store. “Hickey Freeman needs to go fashionforward a little bit. Joseph is introducing us to a younger generation. So, that’s where I think he comes in. It helps us a lot.” Abboud’s design philosophy at HMX Group may be best explained in a portrait of Hickey
Freeman co-founder Jacob Freeman on the wall of Abboud’s office. “I had him framed in cashmere, and he always looks over my shoulder so I do the right thing,” said Abboud, who considers working for these legendary American brands “an unbelievable privilege.” Inside Streets of Georgetown, the tools of the trade are on display. Spools of thread, bolts of fabric and sketches of suits evoke the bespoke tailoring and hand-made quality of the store’s luxury goods. On the second floor, photos feature architectural highlights of Union Station and other D.C. landmarks. The space is remarkably similar to Abboud’s office on Park Avenue in Manhattan, which has a view of the statue of Mercury which graces the exterior of Grand Central Terminal. Both spaces have been furnished by Restoration Hardware. “I have a really good relationship with them,” Abboud said of the home furnishings retailer. “I love it, because it has this sort of French boulevard feel to it. I love the color pallette. I love the distressed woods. They do a great job.” Like HMX Group, Restoration Hardware is exploring a new retail concept to attract new customers. Since 2010, it has begun opening new, larger-than-life flagship locations dressed up with in-house flower shops and valet parking. In Boston, the houseware company has leased the historic former New England Museum of Natural History, a 40,000-square-foot building built in 1863. “They’re forcing a customer to look at life with a more sophisticated taste level,” Abboud said. “I like that.” Apart from vacationing on Nantucket, gardening, and cheering for the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, the 62-year-old designer recently bought a property in Chestnut Hill, Mass., and is working “with some folks from Restoration Hardware to do some cool stuff with it,” he said. “[The building] was built in 1887, the same year that Hart Schaffner Marx was established.” With all of his work, it doesn’t seem fair that Abboud’s name doesn’t even appear on the labels of his current designs. “There’s no celebrity aspect to this thing,” Abboud said. “Everybody’s a celebrity today. It’s much more about being proud of your work. . . . The greatest accomplishment for me is to see someone who doesn’t know who I am buying something I designed and walking out of the store and being very happy about it.” “So, that’s, for me, what I’ve done my whole life—be proud of the work I’ve done . . . try to do the best for my customer. You know, you can’t ask for more than that.” ★
On Wisconsin Avenue, Streets of Georgetown store manager Cillian Shannon helps customers select fabrics from hundreds of swatches for custom made-to-measure suiting. Photo by Nico Dodd
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Your Dining Guide to Washington DC’s Finest
1789 RESTAURANT
1226 36th St. NW With the ambiance of an elegant country inn, 1789 features classically based American cuisine – the finest regional game, fish and produce available. Open seven nights a week. Jackets suggested. Complimentary valet parking. www.1789restaurant.com
BANGKOK JOE’S
3000 K St. NW (One block from Georgetown AMC Loews Georgetown 14) 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
(202) 965-1789
CHADWICKS
(202) 333-4422
CIRCLE BISTRO
BISTRO FRANCAIS
3124-28 M St. NW 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
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) 338-3830
(202) 333-0111
CITRONELLE
CLYDE’S OF GEORGETOWN
3205 K St. NW A Georgetown tradition for over 40 years, this friendly neighborhood restaurant/saloon features fresh seafood, burgers, award-winning ribs and specialty salads & sandwiches. Daily lunch & dinner specials. Late night dining (until midnight Sun.-Thu., 1am Fri.-Sat.) Champagne brunch served Sat. & Sun. until 4pm Open Mon.-Thu. 11:30am - 2am Fri.Sat. 11:30am - 3am. Sun 11am.2am. Kids’ Menu Available. Overlooking the new Georgetown Waterfront Park ChadwicksRestaurants.com
One Washington Circle. NW Washington, DC 22037 Circle Bistro presents artful favorites that reflect our adventurous and sophisticated kitchen.
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DEGREES BISTRO
DON LOBOS MEXICAN GRILL
FILOMENA RISTORANTE
2311 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C. 3100 South Street, NW, Degrees Bistro features a traditional French bistro menu with an innovative cocktail and wine list. The restaurant design complements the industrial chic style of The Ritz-Carlton, Georgetown, and welcomes diners to unwind in the simple, modern comfort of a neighborhood eatery while enjoying a savory lunch or dinner at the hip bar or in one of the stylish banquettes. www.ritzcarlton.com/ georgetown (202) 912-4110
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Featuring Happy Hour weekdays from 5pm-7pm, live music every Saturday from 8pm-12 midnight, and an a la carte Sunday Brunch from 11:30am-2:30pm. Open dailyfor breakfast, lunch and dinner.
(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. Open for Dinner. Valet parking.
3236 M St. NW This animated tavern, in the heart of Georgetown, popularized saloon food and practically invented Sunday brunch. Clyde’s is the People’s Choice for bacon cheeseburgers, steaks, fresh seafood, grilled chicken salads, fresh pastas and desserts. www.clydes.com
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CAFE BONAPARTE
1522 Wisconsin Ave. NW Captivating customers since 2003, Café Bonaparte has been dubbed the “quintessential” European café featuring award winning crepes & arguably the “best” coffee in D.C.! Other can’t miss attractions are, the famous weekend brunch every Sat. and Sun. until 3pm, our late-night weekend hours serving sweet and savory crepes until 1 a.m., Fri-Sat evenings and the alluring sounds of the Syssi & Marc jazz duo every other Wed. at 7:30pm. We look forward to calling you a “regular” soon! www.cafebonaparte.com (202) 333-8830
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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2811 M St., NW Serving Washington since 1992, Don Lobos offers authentic Mexican cuisine. We use only the finest and freshest ingredients when making our traditional menu items. Famous for our Mole, and adored for our tamales. We also offer a wide range of tequila and the best margarita in Georgetown. Now serving Brunch Saturday and Sunday from 10am-2pm. Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-10pm Fri-Sat 11am-11pm Sun 10am- 10pm (202) 333-0137
1063 Wisconsin Ave., NW Filomena is a Georgetown landmark that has endured the test of time for almost a quarter of a century. Our old-world 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
GOOD GUYS Fine Dining & Exotic Entertainment in Glover Park since 1966. Monday-Thursday 11am-2am Friday-Saturday 11am-3am Sunday 4pm-2am The kitchen is always open!
A GENTLEMAN’S CLUB ONLY 21 AND OVER, PLEASE www.goodguysclub.com (202) 333-8128
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MAI THAI
3251 Prospect St. NW Authentic Thai food in the heart of Georgetown. The warm atmosphere, attentive service, and variety of wines and cocktails in this contemporary establishment only add to the rich culture and authentic cuisine inspired by Thailand. With an array of authentic dishes, from Lahb Gai (spicy chicken salad) and Pad Thai, to contemporary dishes like Panang soft shell crab and papaya salad, the dynamic menu and spectacular drinks will have you coming back time and time again. HAPPY HOUR 3:30PM - 6PM www.maithai.com (202) 337-1010
Your Dining Guide to Washington DC’s Finest
FOOD & WINE
PEACOCK CAFE
SEA CATCH
3251 Prospect St. NW Established in 1991, Peacock Cafe is a tradition in Georgetown life. The tremendous popularity of The Peacock Happy Day Brunch in Washington, D.C. 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, D.C. — 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
www.seacatchrestaurant.com
(202) 625-2740
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SEQUOIA
SHANGHAI TEA HOUSE
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
THE OCEANAIRE
1201 F St. NW Ranked one of the most popular seafood restaurants in D.C., “this cosmopolitan” send-up of a vintage supper club that’s styled after a ‘40’s-era ocean liner is appointed with cherry wood and red leather booths, infused with a “clubby, old money” atmosphere. The menu showcases “intelligently” prepared fish dishes that “recall an earlier time of elegant” dining. What’s more, “nothing” is snobbish here. Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30am-5pm. Dinner: Mon-Thur 5-10pm, Fri & Sat 5-11pm, Sun 5-9pm. www.theoceanaire.com (202) 347-2277
1054 31st St. NW Serving the community for 25 years Is offering nightly: 1 ¼ pound lobsters $18.95 Grilled fish specials staring at $20.00 Complimentary Parking
2400 Wisconsin Ave. NW Authentic traditional Chinese cuisine with a variety of Bubble Teas. Offering an elegant atmosphere. LUNCH SPECIAL $7.25 (Mon. - Fri.) comes with spring roll or hot & sour soup Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-10:30pm Fri-Sat 11am-11pm Sun 11:30am-10pm www.shanghaihousedc.com (202) 338-2815
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Cocktail Of The Week: Aguardiente Mojito BY JOD Y KU R ASH
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ravelers have flocked to Latin America for years as a means of escape. As you head south of the border, the climate heats up, the beaches become more tropical and the party starts a little earlier in the day. In places like Rio de Janeiro, Costa Rica and much of Mexico, the clock always seems to read 5 o’clock. Many Latin American countries produce their own native liquors, which are as varied as their people. These drinks are a source of pride and nationality. Mexico’s tequila is probably the most well known. In Brazil, the most popular cocktail is the caipirinha, which is forged from cachaca. And anyone who reads my column should be familiar with pisco, after my posts from my Peruvian summer. Before Peru, I had the luxury of stopping for two weeks in Colombia. The most popular drink there is aguardiente. This local spirit is a somewhat sweet elixir made from sugarcane and flavored with anise. Aguardient is not aged, so it boasts a strong and robust flavor. Aguardiente literally means firewater in Spanish; the name combines the Spanish words for “water” (agua) and “fiery” (ardiente). Arriving in Medellin in June was a delight in itself. When I left D.C. earlier in the day, it was 104 degrees and humid. Medellin, perched in the Andes, is known as the city of everlasting spring due to its pleasant year-round climate, which averages in the mid 70s. Humidity is low, and fresh air rushes in from the surrounding junglefilled mountains. In addition to its near-perfect weather, Medellin boasts a vibrant art scene, where Fernando Botero is a native. The city also has a thriving nightlife. Many of the fashionable bars and clubs are located around Lleras Park in the tiny Poblado neighborhood. I quickly find the locals have a very relaxed partying style. While the open-air watering holes that ring the park are filled with partygoers, so is the park itself. Folks gather together on the benches and ledges to enjoy each other’s company while sipping on a tipple. Open containers laws do not apply here. It is here I get my first taste of the local firewater. As I’m enjoying a beer on a park bench, my seatmates Carla and Roberto eagerly offer me a taste of their aguardiente. The flavor is strong and torrid. It burns and makes me grimace. I am happy to have my beer to chase it. In defense of the aguardiente industry, I don’t believe my first taste was of the highest quality. It came packaged in a box. I soon realized that aguardiente was a common thread between the people of Medellin, affectionately called paisas. During my visit, I sampled aguardiente in small bars, people’s homes, trendy restaurants and my favorite hangout, Periodista Park. The flavor, after I had the chance to taste some of higher quality brands, grew on me. The same way the licorice taste of ouzo grows on you in Greece. Aguardiente is generally served straight up neat in a glass. But when I ventured to Cartagena on Colombia’s Caribbean coast, where rum is the preferred beverage, I noticed that it was also used in cocktails.
The most interesting one I indulged in was a variation on the mojito with aguardientes substituted for rum. While at first the idea of anise mixed with lime and mint sounded a bit odd, I must admit that the combination came off as multilayered, refreshing surprise. Somehow the spicy anise balanced itself with the mint, while the lime provided a pleasing tart background. The most popular brand in Colombia is Aguardiente Antioqueño, which has won several international awards. If you’d like to experience aguardiente for yourself, the most readily available brand in the Washington area is Cristal. Try it straight up, first but if the taste is a little too overwhelming, mix it in a mojito. ★
AGUARDIENTE MOJITO
2 oz. aguardiente 8 fresh mint leaves 1/2 lime in wedges 2 tablespoons simple syrup or sugar Club Soda Crushed Ice Sprig of fresh mint Muddle mint leaves and lime in a glass. Add simple syrup or sugar; top with ice. Add aguardiente; top with club soda. Stir. Garnish with a sprig of mint.
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The Blue Ridge, an Autumnal Escape in Virginia BY ARI P OS T
“W
e need the tonic of wildness,” wrote Henry David Thoreau. “We need to witness our own limits transgressed, and some life pasturing freely where we never wander.” Since its publication over a century and a half ago, Thoreau’s novel “Walden” has become a seminal manifesto for naturalists and admirers of wildlife, as well as philosophers, poets, artists and wandering spirits. Living in a sparse cabin in the woods and enfolding himself within the untamed wilderness, Thoreau painted an unprecedented portrait of spiritual discovery through nature, one that is still called upon to inspire us to preserve, protect, and adore the sweeping, rapturous beauty of the American landscape. He makes a case for solitude, observation, and consideration, asking we look inside of ourselves to find the beauty that surrounds us. I return to passages of this book frequently, usually when autumn starts rolling in and the warm daylight of late summer starts giving in to gusts of evening chill. The changing of the season reinvigorates my sense of the natural world—perhaps it is the anticipation of the beauty of changing leaves, perhaps the eagerness to come out of hiding from the August heat. There is a clarity and crispness about fall that wipes clean the slate of our spirits and offers a fresh perspective. And during this time of year, no area better captures the spirit of the swelling season like the sprawling, endless Blue Ridge
MEADOWKIRK INN & RETREAT Middleburg, Virginia • $16,000,000
358 acres • 8 BR Manor house • 6 FP • Heart of pine floors • 10’ ceilings • Inn w/20 rooms all w/private baths • Conference room • Stone barn can accommodate 120 guests • 3 cottages • Log cabin • Pool & pool house • Observatory • Picnic pavilion • 2 miles of Goose Creek frontage.
Paul MacMahon
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FOX VALLEY FARM
Marshall, Virginia • $1,950,000
Historic property on 32 acres in Orange County Hunt • 1st floor master, den, grand salon, English kitchen with large DR & billiard room • 2nd kitchen/ bar leads to patio, pool & guest cottage • 7 stall barn adjoins 3 BR, 2 BA farm manager’s house.
Ann MacMahon Walter Woodson
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Mountains. Around every bend of the Blue Ridge Parkway, we come face to face with natural splendors, historic landmarks, cultural heritage, and timeless beauty. Starting at Skyline Drive in Front Royal, VA., (just an hour outside Washington) and winding down to Great Smoky Mountains National Park on the North Carolina border in Tennessee, this network of mountain roads holds within its graveled palms all the secrets, spells and quiet adventures that Thoreau has long implored us to share with him—with a few added luxuries and amenities that he probably never considered. Whether embarking on a quick weekend getaway or taking a week off to explore autumn’s ephemeral bounty, there are worlds to explore in the Blue Ridge. From wineries, restaurants and B&Bs, to art centers, historic sites and heartbreaking overlooks, the perfect season is fast approaching to appreciate this hidden treasure of the East Coast. To pull a word of advice from Mr. Thoreau once more: “Live in each season as it passes; breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit, and resign yourself to the influence of the earth.” Live in it now, before it all disappears into the grey dawn of winter.
Come For The History One of Thoreau’s greatest influences was Thomas Jefferson, and it’s easy to understand
CLIFTON
Berryville, Virginia • $6,900,000
Classical Revival home, ca. 1834 • Perfectly proportioned • 12 1/2’ ceilings • 25’ front columns • 4 BR, 3 1/2 BA • Award winning historic renovation 1990 • Pool • Two tenant houses • Spectacular views of the Blue Ridge • 411 acres.
Tom Cammack
THE JAMES FARM
Purcellville, Virginia • $1,750,000
100 +/- acres part of Historic James Farm • Property includes 1915 stucco farm house, needs to be restored • 1786, 2 story stone home • Stone bank barn all in need of repair• Spring house • Land rises w/great views • Spring fed pond • Also available, 20 +/- acres $650,000.
Paul MacMahon
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why. Jefferson’s genius and influence as a leader, a politician, an independent and original thinker and a downright American is impossible to overlook or encapsulate. He quite literally wrote the book on independence and the virtue and value of the individual. Jefferson was also a man of relentless curiosity – fascinated by the world around him, always learning from what he encountered. The house and grounds he built at Poplar Forest for his retirement, just outside of Lynchburg, VA, was a private, personal retreat, where he was free to indulge in his favorite pastimes of reading, studying and thinking. Today, the preserved estate is one of this country’s true hidden gems. The culmination of many of
TROUGH HILL FARM
Middleburg, Virginia • $3,900,000
103 acres • 1800’s Virginia farmhouse • 9 fireplaces • 5 bedrooms • Guest house • Pool house/game room • Gorgeous stone walls, terraces and garden walls • Pond • Barns.
Ann MacMahon Paul MacMahon
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MOUNTAIN VIEW
The Plains, Virginia • $1,600,000
Excellent location • 26.53 acres • Pastures & woods • Hilltop setting • 2 spring fed ponds • Recently renovated • 3-4 bedrooms • 3 baths • 2 fireplaces • Country kitchen • Stone floors on main level • Attached conservatory.
Paul MacMahon
(703) 609-1905
Jefferson’s long-incubated philosophies of life, Poplar Forest became a canvas on which he designed and built his most personal landscape and architectural creation. It was a place where he came to find rest and leisure, rekindle his creativity and enjoy time with his family. Witness meticulous historic restoration in progress at the house Jefferson considered his best design for the life of a private citizen. Tours of the house offer the chance to learn about the estate’s architecture, preservation, and life in the early 19th century. Discover Jefferson’s vision for his gardens, ornamental plantings, and farm. There are also special events, including musical performances, historical theater, and lectures centered around the private genius of
MONTVIEW
Marshall, Virginia • $2,600,000
Prime Fauquier County location in the heart of Orange County Hunt • 39.94 acres • Brick home completely updated • 3 BR with master suite on main level • 2 full & 2 half BA • 2 FP • 2 car garage • Flagstone terrace • 8 stall center aisle barn • Board fencing • Mountain views.
Paul MacMahon
(703) 609-1905
MARESFIELD
Marshall, Virginia • $1,300,000
Excellent location • Brick home completely updated • 5 BR with master suite on first floor • 3 1/2 BA • 2 FP • Mountain views • Pool • 10 useable acres • 150 x 220 riding arena • 3 barns totaling 8-9 stalls • Run-in shed • Stone walls.
Helen MacMahon
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this American icon. At Poplar Forest, visitors are offered not only a peak into Jefferson’s life, but into his mind and private world. A visit to Poplar Forest will deepen your understanding of Thomas Jefferson, as here he focused on his personal pursuit of happiness. If you’re looking for a bridge between history and the great outdoors, The Natural Bridge, less than an hour down the road from Poplar Forest, might just do the trick. Equal distance from Charlottesville and Roanoke, VA, this bridge of solid limestone rock is a National Historic Landmark and twenty stories of sheer natural wonder. After hiking to the top, the adventurous among us can descend 34 stories to explore the deepest caverns on the East Coast. A serene nature trail takes you through the great stone archway and alongside the Cedar Creek, and then down to the spectacular Lace Falls. For those with less of an itch for adrenaline but an equally unquenchable interest, the exotic indoor butterfly garden offers a unique opportunity to experience an array of these delicate natural beauties. In an oddly befitting twist of fate, the Natural Bridge was once owned by Thomas Jefferson—it was also surveyed by a young George Washington and traversed by Civil War soldiers. It is a true portal to history. For more information visit www.PoplarForest.org.
Wine, Dine & Stay the Night When combing through over 500 miles of historic roads and highways, resplendent with rich and vibrant communities and lush farmlands, there are going to be more opportunities to eat, drink and relax than to shake a stick at.
However, there are a few undoubted highlights, both near and far from the Washington area. For those who want to keep within relative proximity to the District, Barboursville Vineyard lies north of Charlottesville, VA , on the outskirts of the Blue Ridge Mountain range. If you’re embarking on a longer trip, it’s a great stop en route to more distant Blue Ridge territories. The centerpiece of Barboursville is their tasting room, built in the style of a Northern Italian farmhouse that greets guests with a roaring double-sided fireplace during the colder months. Here you can sample the vineyard’s award winning wines, peruse books on all things viticultural, or relax at a table or on lawns overlooking the vineyards and the Blue Ridge with a bottle of wine. Their winery guides free weekend tours that takes guests around the vineyards and reveals the rich history of the Barboursville estate. Palladio Restaurant is the estate’s restaurant, the culinary expression of the vineyard and the region, with Northern Italian influences that reveal a rooted culinary sophistication. Their sweet potato gnocchi with apple-pecan slaw is not to be missed. Enjoy a regular lunch or dinner, or reserve a wine dinner or cooking class, and get a backstage pass to the art of food and wine pairing, with an unmistakable local flare. There are dozens of places to stay around the area—Barboursville is just a hop, skip and jump from Charlottesville. If you want the full accommodation and dining experience, The Boar’s Head Inn resort is a great choice, as well ask Keswick Hall and the Cedar Springs Inn & Spa. For more information, visit www. BarboursvilleWine.net. (Continued on page 22)
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IN COUNTRY (Continued from page 21) If you’re in it for the longer drive, Banner Elk Winery & Villa is perhaps the quintessential Blue Ridge getaway. In the far west of North Carolina, almost by the Tennessee borderline, Banner Elk is nestled far into the mountains, and a stay at their intimate villa might just give you the refreshing taste of wilderness you seek. Awaken to the cricks, whistles and willowy swoons of nature, followed by breakfast on the veranda. Their Farm to Table dinners begin with a glass of wine and a nibble from the vineyard kitchen, followed by a stroll through the kitchen garden where the season's offerings are explored, and a peek into the barrel room that offers a brief
SHENANDOAH VALLEY Historic solid stone mansion on 6+ ac. built by Vice Admiral Henry V. Butler on the crest of Supinlick Ridge near Bryce Resort. 3 BR, 2.5 BA plus guest quarters. 2 sunporches w/ excellent mtn. views. $488,000 www.shenandoahvalleyrealty.com Cindy @ 540-477-9791or cynthiad@shentel.net
overview of their winemaking process. Kitchen ingredients change seasonally and are grown and sourced locally, either on the grounds of Banner Elk or from local farmers. For more information, visit www.BannerElkWinery.com.
The Arts of the Blue Ridge From bluegrass music and folk art, to time honored carving and furniture-making traditions, there’s no shortage of artisanship in and around the Blue Ridge. The Blue Ridge Music Center celebrates the music and musicians of its past and present, established by Congress in 1985. The site includes an outdoor amphitheater and indoor interpretive center used to highlight an
important strand of American musical culture, which is still alive and thriving in the region. Located in historic Galax, VA , long revered for its regional musical heritage, the Center brings visitors into the traditions of ancient fiddle and banjo traditions of Virginia and North Carolina, music that can be traced to the meeting of the African banjo and the European fiddle in the Tidewater before the founding of our country. The Center’s concert series, performancetalks and new exhibition, The Roots of American Music, trace the history of this regional music through local artists back to the creation of the music generations ago by Europeans and West Africans, showing how it continues to influence
many forms of folk and popular music made across America today. The music performed is from today’s revered keepers of the Appalachian music tradition, like the duos Bill and Maggie Anderson, and Bobby Patterson and Willard Gayheart. For more information, visit www. BlueRidgeMusicCenter.org. Located five minutes from downtown Asheville, N.C., the Southern Highland Craft Guild and Folk Art Center brings together the crafts and artistic traditions of early America to a contemporary venue for all to explore. The dynamic and multifaceted center showcases the finest in traditional and contemporary crafts of the Southern Appalachians, housing three galleries, a library and craft shop that host events and exhibits throughout the year. The Southern Highland Craft Guild, chartered in 1930, is one of the strongest craft organizations in the country, representing close to 1,000 craftspeople in nearly 300 counties throughout nine southeastern states. For more than 80 years, the Guild has been bringing together the crafts and craftspeople of the Southern Highlands to educate and preserve these historic traditions, and now hosts five craft shops, regular educational programming and two annual craft expositions. From Oct. 18 – 21, you can experience this unique tradition at the 65th annual Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands. From stone and wood carving, blacksmithing and wheel thrown pottery, to ancient yarn spinning techniques using natural plant dyes, the festival is, rather fittingly, one for the ages. For more information, visit www.SouthernHighlandGuild.org.
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Located in the Somerset area of Orange, just 2.5 miles from Gordonsville and 22 miles from Charlottesville. The 1850 manor home has had numerous improvements completed by the present owners, using only the finest materials including a new, paneled living room (20x34), country kitchen and laundry/mudroom. Also in the main house are four bedrooms, dining room, breakfast room, study, original living room, library and two galleries. The 170 acre estate is further enhanced by a four bedroom guesthouse, three bedroom tenant house, two new garage / workshops, smokehouse, swimming pool formal gardens, and a fenced cutting / vegetable garden. $2,795,000
This incredibly, private estate is located only 90 minutes from downtown DC. The house has been thoughtfully laid out with only the finest materials including white marble floor, Zuber wallpaper and 18th-century Portuguese kitchen tiles which highlight the decorative moldings used throughout. The farm consists of 22 acres of pastureland almost completely encircled by a 30-foot wide stream. Also included is a barn that has been converted into a guest house but has many other possibilities. $975,000
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The scenic Blue Ridge Parkway is one of the best ways to take in the vivid fall color. Photo courtesy of High Country Press
Foliage Watching and Skyline Drive During the month of October, usually midto-late month, the autumn foliage reaches its peak radiance, changing first on the highest peaks and working down to lower elevations. It’s really impossible to predict how and when the leaves will change each year—there’s no simple formula to it and there are many determining natural factors—but the best plan of action is to pick a day and start driving down the Blue Ridge Parkway. (Another tip: go on a weekday, even if you have to take a day off work. On weekends during peak foliage, the Parkway can turn into a near parking lot.) Georgetowner.10_Layout 1 9/17/12 11:45 AM Perhaps the most scenic and breathtaking
route is Skyline Drive. A 100-mile stretch of mountain road that runs the entire length of the Shenandoah National Park, beginning in Front Royal, VA., on the north end, no other highway carries the zeal and sweep of the rolling Blue Ridge landscape quite like Skyline Drive. Around every bend you are met with pictureperfect, draw dropping overlooks. It is almost a requirement to have two passengers in every vehicle: one to drive, and one to take photographs. There are also plenty of scenic overlooks and turnoffs that offer opportunity to step out and really soak in fall’s transient splendor. The reminder of nature’s grace and beauty is truly the greatness of the fall season. Take a Page 1 tip from Thoreau and don’t let it pass by you.★
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Charming historic property, circa 1750, on approximately 7 gorgeous acres with brilliant gardens, charming guest house, & fabulous 5 stall stable with office, kitchen, exercise room, crafts room & pine floored loft, ideal for Hunt Breakfasts & entertaining. Main residence was renovated with meticulous care & boasts a gourmet kitchen, premier appliances, 3 fireplaces, gracious rooms & an idyllic setting. $1,345,000
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Beautiful rolling 54 acres farm land with pastoral and mountain views, stone walls, and riding trails in Orange County Hunt territory. Ideal for your horse farm. Property includes 3 bedroom farm house, 1bedroom tenant house, 8-stall barn, and 6-stall barn, with potential building site. Near The Plains with easy access to I-66, 1 hour to Washington, 45 minutes to Dulles. $950,000
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Murphy’s Love: The Emotional Chaos of Unemployment BY STAC Y N OTAR AS M U R PH Y
DEAR STACY, My husband was laid off from his job last year and spent eight months looking for something in his old profession (consulting). He finally took a job in sales over the summer, but is now making 30 percent less with this new job and is spending a lot more time at work. We knew all of this before he decided to take the job, and we both said we would live with these challenges, because he really needed to do something. I’m not writing for advice about how to deal with this life change. It’s a major change, and we’re dealing with it. What I need is advice about how to approach this with our friends and family. My husband has not even allowed me to tell my parents he found a new job. He hasn’t told his own family yet, and we aren’t talking about it with friends or people at our child’s school, all of whom knew he was laid off, have been kind and have asked how things have been going. He tells me that this job is just a “placeholder,” and he doesn’t want people to think that he has changed careers. Someone gave him the advice that it might prevent people from thinking of him when it comes to jobs in his preferred field. Whether or not I think that’s valid advice (sorry, I really don’t), it’s making it very difficult when people ask me what’s going on. He doesn’t seem to understand that I get that question a lot more often than he does, and that just changing the subject doesn’t work every time. –Nothing to Say Dear Nothing to Say, First, I am very sorry that your family is dealing with this incredibly difficult situation. You are specifically asking for help with managing the outside view of this experience, and that part really sounds like a public relations nightmare. You are the involuntary spokesperson for this organization (aka your family), and as in most corporate crises, your partner (Husband) is too frazzled to really understand the role you’re playing. So I’d advise you to get out of that job. First, though, a little perspective on what Husband might actually be going through.
To me, this sounds like a grief stage – denial. I know we have covered this topic in this space before, but Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’s famous five stages of grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance) often don’t occur in a manner that is at all linear or timelimited. It is likely that your husband went back to mourning his previous job upon making the decision to take his new position. No matter how upfront and honest you both were about the results of taking a job that requires more time to pay less money, that decision still has its emotional shockwaves. Asking you, demanding you to play the PR role with your friends and family is likely part of his denial process. The good news is that his denial is a process. The bad news is that his denial is his process, so we can’t just talk him out of it or convince him of some new way of looking at it. What we can do is give you some language for excusing yourself from mouthpiece duty. When those well-meaning folks ask you about his job search, you do not have to lie. Simply follow his script. Say he’s found a placeholder, but that he’s still interested in finding something in XYZ consulting. Then shift the conversation by asking if the person has any leads. You never know, that person just may be waiting for you to ask. ★
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“Alas, poor Yorick!” declares Georgetown University graduate Michael Benz as Hamlet, the Prince of Denmark, in Shakespeare’s Globe production of Hamlet, playing at Folger Theatre through Sept. 22. This production has already toured Britain extensively and has begun its North American tour here in Washington, D.C. 2. Hamlet (Michael Benz) and Laertes (Matthew Romain) cross swords. 3. Republican Vice Presidential candidate Rep. Paul Ryan (R-WI) headlined the annual Values Voter Summit at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. on Sept 14-15. 4. Matt MacZura’s 35-yard field goal with 1 minute 42 seconds left, gave the Georgetown Hoyas a 13-10 victory in their home opener over Wagner College Seahawks at Multi-Sport Field on Sept. 8. 5. Hoyas junior quarterback Aaron Aiken led the Hoyas. Georgetown has returned 17 starters from last year’s team that fell just one win short of the Patriot League Championship in the team’s first playoff appearance. 6. Stanley Peloza, a marine who has served for over 30 years, was one of 80 World War II Veterans ages 84-98 from the Indianapolis, IN area who toured the major memorials here on Sept. 10 with “Indy Honor Flight.” Indy Honor Flight is part of the National Honor Flight Network. It’s mission: To transport American’s Veterans to Washington, D.C. to visit those memorials dedicated to honor their sacrifices. ★
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BELTWAY OF GIVING:
Upcoming Galas SEPTEMBER 28
Honoring the Promise Honoring the Promise will bring together the heroes of the breast cancer movement for a once-in-a-lifetime evening of inspiration and world class entertainment. The night honors those on the frontlines of the breast cancer fight with special awards of distinction. Proceeds from the event support community health and medical research projects in areas that have the highest breast cancer mortality rates in the region. Kennedy Center. Call (202) 654-6509.
Giving by the Numbers BY J AD E F L OY D
Rank in DC by Total Contributi on (306 total)
Zip
City
Total Contribution
Est. Median Contribution
Est. Median Discretionary Income
% Given
Overall Rank (% given, all zips)
Rank in DC by % given (306 total)
Number of itemized, $50k+ returns analyzed
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Potomac, Md.
$
139,683,812
$
8,695
$
195,505
4.4%
12847|28724
181
13,963
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Chevy Chase, Md.
$
97,308,688
$
8,896
$
152,018
5.9%
6793|28724
87
8,348
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Mc Lean, Va.
$
88,938,635
$
8,866
$
185,116
4.8%
11020|28724
138
8,361
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Bethesda, Md.
$
88,551,695
$
7,100
$
146,025
4.9%
10662|28724
132
9,916
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20016
Washington, D.C.
$
77,876,262
$
5,927
$
100,372
5.9%
6652|28724
87
8,126
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20008
Washington, D.C.
$
73,174,782
$
3,123
$
44,198
7.1%
3970|28724
73
7,654
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20744
Fort Washington, Md.
$
63,079,666
$
5,223
$
40,424
12.9%
446|28724
29
11,230
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22102
Mc Lean, Va.
$
61,385,777
$
6,205
$
135,818
4.6%
158
5,543
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Upper Marlboro, Md.
$
59,640,428
$
5,189
$
32,263
16.1%
165|28724
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10,608
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Upper Marlboro, Md.
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57,713,740
$
4,828
$
39,197
12.3%
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10,898
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Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Region Top 10 Zip Codes by Dollar Amount
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ashingtonians may fancy themselves some of the most charitable individuals in the country and now they have the stats to back them up. D.C.-based Chronicle of Philanthropy’s recently released the “How America Gives” study analyzing the charitable giving patterns within the United States. The data examined itemized tax returns filed with the Internal Revenue Service in 2008, the most recent year for which data are available, for individuals making more than $50,000 per year. More than one million itemized tax returns were included in the analysis of the Washington metropolitan area, placing the region 4th nationwide for a total giving contribution of $4.3 billion. Not surprisingly, several of the region’s most affluent zip codes topped the list, including Potomac, Maryland (20854), followed by Chevy Chase, Maryland (20815), McLean, Virginia (22101), Bethesda, Maryland (20817), Washington, D.C. (20016) and (20008), Fort Washington, Maryland (20744), McLean, Virginia (22102), and Upper Marlboro, Maryland (20774 and 20772). The Community Foundation for the National Capital Region, a tax-exempt, public charity made up of charitable giving funds established by individuals, families, corporations and other organizations currently manages more than 800 donor funds with assets totaling more than $360 million. Terri Lee Freeman, president of the Community Foundation, asserts a majority of individual donors in the region focus their dollars on higher education, K-12 education and human services. “I think many folks are interested in making sure that their philanthropy is personally rewarding and beneficial to the larger community….There are a growing number of philanthropists far more interested in solutions to problems than simply plugging the dyke.” Potomac resident June Hess attributes her long-term individual giving patterns to life circumstances. “Having been very fortunate in my life it’s very important to give back to
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those who need,” said Hess. “I’ve always been surrounded by loving family and friends [and] I like to support women and children that are in financially, physically and emotionally abused circumstances.” The Chronicle report also found that while Potomac may be one of the most affluent zip codes in the area and lead the pack in contributions, low-to-middle income communities in the region were more inclined to give a higher percentage of their discretionary income to charity. In fact, District Heights, Maryland (20753) ranked number one in the region, followed by Hyattsville, Maryland (20787), Washington D.C. (20030 and 20019), Capitol Heights, Maryland (20791), Washington, D.C. (20032), Capitol Heights, Maryland (20743), Suitland, Maryland (20746), District Heights, Maryland (20747) and Temple Hills, Maryland (20757). Important to note is the total contribution amount and number of itemized tax returns analyzed by the Chronicle for these zip codes was significantly smaller. “I really don’t see any difference by jurisdiction in the issue-areas for giving. Years ago we could look to the suburban jurisdictions and really view them as bedroom communities of privilege,” says Freeman. “That is no longer an accurate description. I can’t think of any jurisdiction that isn’t in some way touched by an education gap and wealth gap within their population.” Learn more about the Community Foundation for the National Capital Region at www.thecommunityfoundation.org and find out how your zip code ranks in the Chronicle of Philanthropy report at http://philanthropy. com/article/Interactive-How-AmericaGives/133709/★
Jade Floyd serves on the board of directors for the D.C. Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative and Project Create. She is a frequent volunteer and host of fundraising events across the District, supporting arts, animal welfare and education programs.
Meridian Ball Guests will begin the evening with an ambassador-hosted dinner at their residence or with the White-Meyer Dinner at the White-Meyer House, followed by a night of dancing and desserts at the Meridian International Center. Call (202) 292-2290.
OCTOBER 3
Morris K. Udall Awards Dinner Diane and John Rehms are co-chairs for the Parkinson’s Action Network’s 2012 Morris K. Udall Awards Dinner at the Ronald Reagan Building. The event benefits those who live with Parkinson’s disease, their caregivers and those fighting for a cure. For more information please call (202) 638-4101.
OCTOBER 5
The Washington Ballet Dracula Soirée The Washington Ballet’s Women’s Committee and Jeté Society join forces to create The Dracula Soirée, a party to die for! Highlights include a silent auction, tempting cocktails and cuisine, dancing long into the night and performances by TWB dancers. Funds raised benefit TWB’s artists and education programs. The National Museum of Women in the Arts. Call (202) 362-3606 x 113 or visit http://twbdraculasoiree.eventbrite.com.
OCTOBER 6
Human Rights Campaign Annual National Dinner The Human Rights Campaign Annual National Dinner is the leading event of the national advocacy organization working for the equal rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Americans. The evening will begin with a silent auction and will carry into the night with a dinner, speakers, a live auction and an after party. Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Please call (202) 216-1586 for more information.
OCTOBER 13
NIAF 13th Annual Awards Gala The annual black-tie gala is the largest gathering of Italian and Italian Americans in the nation’s capital benefiting the NIAF’s educational programs. Washington Hilton. Call (202) 939-3106 or contact Jerry Jones, jerry@ niaf.org.
OCTOBER 15
The Harman Center for the Arts Annual Gala The Harman Center for the Arts Annual Gala is considered one of “Washington’s most buzzedabout galas,” and its proceeds provide indispensable funds for the Shakespeare Theatre’s education and outreach programs, including the annual Free for All. Sidney Harman Hall and National Building Museum. Call (202) 547-3230.
OCTOBER 20
Joan Hisaoka “Make a Difference” Gala Joan Hisaoka was a remarkable woman who was 48 years old when she lost her battle with cancer in 2008. This Gala was created in an effort to continue to fulfill Joan’s desire to help others living with cancer and to raise money to support organizations that bring hope and healing to those who face serious illness. A four course dinner complete with wine pairings will be designed and prepared especially for this event by James Beard Award winning chef, Eric Ziebold of CityZen. Mandarin Oriental. Call (202) 302-0053 or visit www.joanhisaokagala.org.
NOVEMBER 1
Knock Out Abuse Against Women Annual Gala Washington D.C.’s most prominent women, from members of Congress to leaders in the corporate and philanthropic communities, will gather to Knock Out Abuse. This one night a year event has raised over $6.5 million to restore the dignity and respect to thousands of survivors of domestic violence in the National Capital Area. The evening is a true celebration of the power of women to effect change for the most vulnerable women and children in our community. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel. Call (202) 725-5604 or visit info@knockoutabuse.org.
NOVEMBER 3
26th Annual Lombardi Gala An unparalleled celebration to benefit the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. This black-tie dinner-dance will feature a cocktail reception and a renowned silent auction, along with a raffle with prizes that include a 2013 model Lexus automobile, presentation of awards to remarkable individuals for their fight against cancer and more. All Gala proceeds go directly to the Center for cancer research, education and treatment. Washington Hilton. For additional information contact Elena Jeannotte at (202) 6873866 or ej48@georgetown.edu.
NOVEMBER 4
National Museum of Women in the Arts Fall Benefit Melissa Etheridge will receive NMWA’s Award for Excellence in the Performing Arts at this year’s event benefiting the Shenson Chamber Music Concerts, NMWA’s annual series showcasing women musicians. Melissa Etheridge’s impressive contributions to American rock and roll have placed her among the musical greats celebrated in the museum’s upcoming exhibition Women Who Rock: Vision, Passion, Power. Call (202) 266-2815 or visit www.nmwa.org.★
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LUNGevity’s Musical Celebration of Hope BY M ARY B IRD Gala chairs Sharon Bradley, Jamie Dorros and Rhonda Wilkins continued the work of Grace Bender, who chaired last year’s first LUNGevity Gala. The event took place on Sept. 15 at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium where guests were greeted by mariachis. LUNGevity Foundation is the nation’s largest lung cancer-focused nonprofit led by Andrea Stern Ferris, who lost her mother Pat Stern to the disease. Rep. Lois Capps, D-Calif., was honored with the Face of Hope Award for her tireless efforts to raise awareness and change health policy.
Honorary chairs, Veronica Valencia-Sarukhan and Ambassador of Mexico Arturo Sarukhan
Raising Hope Award recipient Greta Kreuz of AMC7/WJLA-TV flanked by Lloyd and Ann Hand
Women . . . Who Rock BY MARY BIRD On Sept. 13, the Board of Trustees of the National Museum of Women in the Arts hosted a reception celebrating Women Who Rock Vision, Passion, Power. Chair of the Board Wilhelmina Holladay welcomed guests to the ground-breaking exhibition organized by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland that illustrates the importance of women in the world of popular music. The gowns and artifacts run the gamut from Ma Rainey to Lady Gaga. The museum’s 25th anniversary fall benefit on Nov. 4 will honor Melissa Etheridge, coinciding with the musician’s 25th year in the music business.
Lucia Riddle, NMWA Director Susan Fisher Sterling, Stamatia Trivoulides
Carlotta Hester, Govinda Gallery’s Chris Murray and Vivienne Foster
Gala chair Rhonda Wilkins and 2011 gala chair Grace Bender
Points of Light Tribute Awards BY M ARY BIR D From the moment guests were welcomed onto the red carpet at the residence of Ambassador of Japan Ichiro and Mrs. Fujisaki by a bevy of kimonoed young women, it was clear that this would be a special and delightedly nonpartisan evening. Neil Bush is board chairman of the world’s leading volunteer service organization inspired by his father, President H. W. Bush. Chair of the American Red Cross and former Ambassador to Finland Bonnie McElveen-Hunter was among the honorees. The evening included a live auction. Former first lady Barbara Bush’s signature Kenneth Jay Lane pearls fetched an impressive $14,000 for the cause.
Teresa Carlson, Bonnie McElveen-Hunter and Tami Longaberger Deborah Roberts of ABC News and husband Al Roker of NBC News, the evening’s emcees
Ambassador Ichiro Fujisaki, Yoriko Fujisaki, Jill and Brady Lum
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Wolf Trap’s Bon Voyage Bash Knock Out Abuse Kicks Off at for Terre Jones Café Milano BY RO B E RT DE VANEY
BY M ARY BIR D
The stage was set Sept. 15 for the 2012 Wolf Trap Ball to applaud the “17 Years of Leadership, Innovation and Vision” of Terre Jones, Wolf Trap president and CEO. Jones will retire in December and move to Santa Fe, NM with his wife Polly. The dinner included caviar, lobster fricassee and bison tenderloin — and dancing, music and more dancing on the Filene Center stage at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts.
On Sept. 12, Café Milano hosted the ladies of Knock Out Abuse Against Women. Charrisse Jackson-Jordan and Michelle Schoenfeld will co-chair the 19th annual gala where over 750 of Washington D.C.’s most prominent women gather at the Ritz Carlton on Nov. 1 to support victims of domestic violence. In 19 years, co-founders Cheryl Masri and Jill Sorensen have raised over 6.5 million dollars to restore dignity and respect to thousands of victims of domestic violence in the National Capital Area. Leon Harris of ABC7 News said that Saks is a new sponsor this year and will feature “50 shades of red attire.” The evening is a true celebration of the power of women KOA co-founder Cheryl Masri and 2012 co-chair to effect change for the most vulnerable women and chil- Michelle Schoenfeld dren in our community.
Polly Jones, actress Cathy Rigby, Wolf Trap president and CEO Terre Jones and Maureen Sanders. Photo by Neshan H. Naltchayan
Ellen Spiegel and Jill Sorensen
Sara O’Keefe and Liliana Baldassari
Karma by Erwin Gomez Rosa Rai Djalal and husband Indonesian Ambassador Dino Patti Djalal flank Holly Evans. Photo by Robert Devaney
BY M ARY BIR D Erwin Gomez opened his latest beauty lounge, Karma on 24th Street in the West End, with an overflow reception on Sept. 12. Gomez’ celebrity clients have included Stevie Wonder, Barbra Streisand and Eva Longoria among others. He has partnered in this new venture with Vinoda Basnayake, Brook Rose, Kunal Shah and Charlie Paret. Guests enjoyed Belvedere Lemon Tea cocktails, Terrazas wine and hors d’oeuvres from RSVP Catering before departing with cosmeticsfilled goodie bags.
Wolf Trap president and CEO Terre Jones and wife Polly Jones with Noel Paul Stookey of Peter, Paul and Mary. Photo by Neshan H. Naltchayan
Erwin Gomez and Urban Adventures Companies President Top Chef’s Spike Mendelsohn and Vinoda Basnayake David Von Storch
For more social scene coverage visit georgetowner.com Ball co-chair Alan J. Kelly, Carol Kelly, Bob Van Hoecke, Lisa Van Hoecke, ball co-chair Boofie O’Gorman and Joe O’Gorman. Photo by Event Digital Photography
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★ Suri Burn Book Signing ★ After Dark @ THEARC ★ Opera Camerata Presents Don Giovanni
2012 POLO MATCH & LUNCHEON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2012
VIPolo Club | 21515 Trappe Road | Upperville, Virginia Luncheon begins at 1:00 p.m. | Polo match to follow
Benefit for the NATIONAL SPORTING
LIBRARY & MUSEUM
Thomas La Fontaine (1915 - 2007), Polo at Cirencester, reproduced with permission of the artist’s children - www.LaFontaineArtist.com
For information about sponsorship opportunities and ticket prices, please contact Holly Johnson at holly@webstergroupinc.com or 202.741.1294. ABOUT THE NSLM The National Sporting Library and Museum located in Middleburg, Virginia, is dedicated to preserving and sharing the literature, art and culture of equestrian and field sports. Founded in 1954, the institution has over 24,000 books dating from the 16th - 21st centuries. The John H. Daniels Fellowship program supports the research of visiting scholars. The Museum, a newly renovated and expanded historic building on the Library campus, houses exhibits of American and European fine animal and sporting art. Information is shared through exhibitions, lectures, seminars, publications and special events. The NSLM is open to researchers and the general public. For more information about the National Sporting Library and Museum, please visit www.nsl.org.
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