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Since 1954

“The Newspaper Whose Influence Far Exceeds Its Size” — Pierre Cardin

ABOUT THE COVER Publisher Sonya Bernhardt Managing Editor Ari Post

4 — Web Exclusives

Winner of the Georgetowner’s annual window competition, J McLaughlin’s display is featured on this week’s cover. Photos by Eliza Paul.

5 — Up and Coming 6-7 — Georgetown Observer 8 — Editorial/Opinion

Feature Editor Gary Tischler

10-11—Town Topics Walking the Dog 12 — Real Estate Featured Property Mortgage

Publisher’s Assistant Siobhan Catanzaro Contributors Katherine Tallmadge Jack Evans Bill Starrels Jordan Wright Kathy Corrigall John Blee Margaret Loewith Donna Evers Veena Trehan

13 — Business Chadwicks: A Sense of Home in a Busy City

Jody Kurash Linda Roth Conte Mary Bird Stacey Murphy Robert Devaney Renee Garfinkel Dave Nyczepir Rebekah Richards Darrell Parsons

14-15 — Art Wrap/Performance Hide/Seek at the NPG/Theater Roundup 16-17 — Cover Story Holiday Window Competition 18 -19 — In Country

Photographers Yvonne Taylor Neshan Naltchayan Malek Naz Freidouni

Tom Wolff Jeff Malet Robert Devaney

Advertising Director Charlie Louis Advertising Adra Williams Elle Fergusson Graphic Design Alyssa Loope Jen Merino Counsel Juan Chardiet, Attorney

Published by Georgetown Media Group, Inc. 1054 Potomac St., N.W. Washington, DC 20007 Phone: (202) 338-4833 Fax: (202) 338-3292 editorial@georgetowner.com www.georgetowner.com The Georgetowner is published every other Wednesday. The opinions of our writers and columnists do not necessarily reflect the editorial and corporate opinions of The Georgetowner newspaper. The Georgetowner accepts no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts or photographs and assumes no liability for products or services advertised herein.

The Georgetowner reserves the right to edit, rewrite, or refuse material and is not responsible for errors or omissions. Copyright, 2009.

22-25 — Food & Wine Cocktail of the Week Volt’s Identity Crisis 25 — Body & Soul Murphy’s Love The Great Joy Ride

MICHELE CONLEY

Living In Pink founder and friend of the Georgetowner Michele Conley is a woman whose strength moves us and whose generosity humbles us.

She contributes to us—the newspaper and the community as a whole—by providing inspiration as a two-time breast cancer survivor, mother of four, owner of her own business (a State Farm Insurance agency) and founder of the Living In Pink Breast Cancer Foundation.

In life’s most difficult situations, she stays calm and cuts through to what’s important. Living In Pink sells out every year at 500 guests, raising thousands of dollars towards breast cancer research and awareness. It is inspiring not only to those of us living with cancer, but to those living, period.

She has also worked closely with DC City Councilman Jack Evans, who, with Living In Pink, honored his first wife, Noel, who we sadly lost to breast cancer seven years ago.

At last year’s luncheon, we honored Elizabeth Edwards, who had been fighting breast cancer for years and who tragically lost her battle Tuesday afternoon, December 7. Michele was just recently interviewed in our offices by News Channel 7 about her thoughts on Ms. Edwards. Tune in to hear her speak. You will walk away humbled and enlightened. We are honored to be partnered with her for the last seven years and look forward to our future together. We wish her continued success and good health for many years to come.

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Caroling in the West Building Rotunda Visitors are invited to sing along with guest choirs and ensembles at 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. on December 11 (Rock Creek Singers), 12 (Encore Singers), 18 (Thomas Circle Singers), and 19 (Sophisticated Ladies from Duke Ellington School for the Performing Arts). For more information visit, www.nga.gov.

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Barnes & Hampton Celtic Consort: A Celtic Christmas – 25th Anniversary

National Society of the Colonial Dames of America Shopping Event

At 4 pm and 8 pm on Saturday and 4 pm Sunday, Dumbarton Concerts will host this production at the Historic Dumbarton Church. Call 202-965-2000 for more details.

From 11 am to 7 pm, at Dumbarton House on 2715 Q Street NW, members of the National Society of The Colonial Dames of America invite you to their national headquarters for this annual shopping event. Visit www.dumbartonhouse.org for more details.

DECEMBER 9 National Christmas Tree Lighting At 5 pm, join others at the Ellipse near the White House to witness this annual Christmas tradition. There will be performances by B.B. King, Maroon 5, and others. Visit www.thenationaltree.org for more details.

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conducting the Cathedral Choral Society. This year’s program also includes the Maret School Concert Choir in the world premiere of a carol by internationally acclaimed composer Bob Chilcott. For more information visit www.nationalcathedral.org.

DECEMBER 12 Georgetown Jingle Over the past four years, 88 designers have participated in the Georgetown Jingle at the Four Seasons Hotel to fight cancer. All trees and vignettes will be on display on December 1, 2010 and available for purchase. For more information visit www.georgetownjingle.com.

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Georgetowner Holiday Benefit and Bazaar

St. John’s Church’s Greens Sale

Presented by Eagle Bank and Ann Hand, join us for our first annual Holiday Benefit and Bazaar at Halcyon House on Dec. 14th at 6 p.m.

Shop for unique gifts from select vendors to benefit others. Warm your senses with seasonal cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets cost $50, and proceeds from the evening’s festivities will benefit Combat Soldiers Recovery Fund, Georgetown Ministries, Lombardi Cancer Pediatrics (on behalf of Living in Pink). For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.

Georgetowner.com.

From 10 am to 3 pm in Parish Hall, this sale will feature wreaths, gourmet foods, and hand-made gifts, as well as a crèche exhibit with nativities from around the world. Father Christmas will visit the children at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Joy of Christmas Concert This perennial holiday concert at the Washington National Cathedral features J. Reilly Lewis

DECEMBER 16 VSA Holiday Sale VSA Washington D.C. will be open late to host its second annual Holiday Sale at ARTiculate Gallery at 5:30 p.m. The sale helps support ARTist Apprentices. For more information visit www.wvsarts.org.

DECEMBER 19 A Service of Nine Lessons and Carols Christ Church in Georgetown (31st and O Streets NW) presents A Service of Nine Lessons and Carols, at 11:15 am and 5:00 pm on Sunday, December 19. Sung by the professional Choir of Christ Church, this service includes carols by Boris Ord, John Gardner, Hugo Distler, and others. For information call 202-333-6677.

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OBSERVER year. They prey on those who are not mindful of their surroundings. A good rule of thumb is to take valuables with you when leaving your car unoccupied and to remain vigilant when traveling to and from stores with large items. Report suspicious activity by calling 911 immediately.

This season, you’re better safe than sorry.

HomeMade Pizza Co. Expands

The Chicago-based HomeMade Pizza Co. will open a store on the 1800 block of Wisconsin Avenue. Other than Illinois and Minnesota, Washington, D.C. is a top spot for the bake-athome gourmet pizzeria, with five other locations. You can bake their cookies at home too, and they offer ready-made salads for pick up.

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It’s that time of year again — when the holiday madness causes some to go against their better judgement. According to an Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) report, the night of November 30, a woman was robbed shortly after purchasing two laptops from the Apple Store on the 1200 block of Wisconsin Avenue NW. Headed from the store to the 3300 block of N Street NW, she was knocked to the ground by two suspects, who made off with the computers.

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BID Gifts MPD Segways

The Georgetown BID donated two segways to the Metropolitan Police Department’s (MPD) Public Service Area 206 police officers on December 2. This donation is the latest example of the continued partnership between the BID and MPD to keep Georgetown safe.

The segways will enable the officers to cover more territory and have a greater presence in Georgetown. They will be used exclusively by the officers for patrolling the Georgetown area.

National Pinball Museum Opens Doors

The National Pinball Museum opened December 4 at the Shops at Georgetown Park.

The 14,000-square foot museum, in the old F.A.O. Schwartz toy store space on the M Street level, looks like a giant pinball machine, complete with pinball flippers. The “pay-to-play” area offers games for as little as $.50 a play.

Admission is $13.50 for ages 9 and up, and kids 8 and under get in for free. Annual passes cost $80. For more information visit www.nationalpinballmuseum.org.

Legislative Update from the DC BID Council Homeless Services Reform

DC City Council is deliberating passing the “Homeless Reform Amendment,” Bill 18-1059, to change how DC provides homeless services. The bill would limit services to DC residents. For more information about the DC BID Council, visit www.dcbidcouncil.org.

UPCOMING CHRISTMAS PARTIES IN GEORGETOWN

Tuesday, December 14

The Georgetowner newspaper holds a Christmas benefit and bazaar.

Thursday, December 9 Location: Halcyon House, 3400 Prospect Street The U.S. Chamber of Commerce holds its NW annual Christmas reception.

Time: 6 - 9 pm Location: U.S. Chamber of Commerce 1615 H Street NW Wednesday, December 15 Time: 6 - 8 pm The Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America holds its annual Christmas party.

Saturday, December 11 Location: The Source, 575 Pennsylvania Ave The Lupus Foundation of America - DC/MD/ NW VA Chapter holds the chapter’s Annual Gala Time: 6 – 10 pm Luncheon and Auction, emceed by WUSA TV Channel 9 News Anchor Anita Brikman.

Wednesday, December 15 Location: Old Ebbitt Grill The Nuclear Energy Institute holds its annual Time: Noon - 3 pm Christmas reception.

Location: Charlie Palmer Steakhouse 101 Sunday, December 12 Constitution Ave NW President and Mrs. Obama attend the taping of Time: 5:30 - 8:30 pm TNT’s annual “Christmas in Washington,” a musical celebration benefiting the Children’s Thursday, December 16 National Medical Center. Ellen DeGeneres ThomsonReuters’ Christmas reception. hosts with performances by Andrea Bocelli, Location: 14K lounge, the bar at the Hamilton Mariah Carey, Miranda Cosgrove, Annie Crowne Plaza Hotel.

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he recent crime wave in the Georgetown neighborhood, coupled with a handful of rather bizarre local drug busts, has been a source of unease within the community at large. For the past few months, petty burglaries and assaults have been on the rise, with increasing numbers of incidences occurring among our numbered and lettered streets, frequently just off our main intersections and cross streets (M and Wisconsin). In a few cases, houses have been broken into. And let’s not forget the BB&T Bank heist, which was something right out of Bonnie & Clyde.

Approaching the holiday season, shopping and consuming come to a rolling boil, and no one jumps more immediately into the thick of retail frivolity (all in the name of giving, of course) than Georgetown. This means that there is a lot of shopping, which in turn means that there are a lot of folks out there walking around with bags of expensive, nice things. Criminals are aware of this. This is why crime always spikes around the holiday season, like a squirrel fattening up for the winter.

Thankfully, Georgetown has a caring community. The local ANC meetings have been regularly inviting the police chief to speak to the community, and the local crime watch is effective and efficient in releasing statements of burglaries in or around the area. Recently, the Georgetown BID donated two Segways to the police force to be used exclusively to patrol the streets of Georgetown. We just wanted to say thanks.

Please be safe this holiday season, especially around the neighborhood. It is important to be mindful of your surroundings; don’t go walking around the streets with your head buried in your brand new iPhone from the new Mac store. Be mindful of your surroundings. If you’re going on a shopping binge, you might want to rethink parking too far off the main roads. While it may seem irritating to spend $15 to park in a garage, it isn’t much when compared to the amount you would lose if your holiday gifts were stolen.

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f somebody tried to launch a new version of that old quiz show, “Truth or Consequences,” it might be a tough sell. In public life—whether it’s the media, entertainment, education or politics—there’s precious little of either. In fact, if there were some modern day rehash, its title would more likely be akin to: “If you tell the truth, there will be consequences”.

The absence of consequences is everywhere: David Hasselhoff had his drunken babbling aired on television and flunked out of “Dancing with the Stars” in the first round. The consequence: He received his own TV show.

The wife of the Prince George’s County Executive was arrested (with her hubby) for corruption in public, but was allowed to keep her seat on the city council—lacking a particularly keen awareness of the consequences.

Speaking of Dancing With the Stars: Bristol Palin managed to make it to the finals of the same show, in spite of the fact that she finished on or near the bottom of the judges’ voting every time out. Her fans, including conservative dance fools who wanted to punish liberals, voted over and over again—sort of the hundred-vote do over.

These days, it would seem, if you lose you can still win. The young Palin said that she wanted to show up all the “haters out there,” apparently aiming to dance the dance of vengeance. She lost in the finals.

In a nearby school system, school officials not only tried to eliminate the letter grade F but also wanted to create a policy in which students, who were caught cheating on tests, were allowed to take the test over.

Fortunately, someone (It may have been the school board, parents, or the superintendent who started the whole thing.) ix-nayed the idea.

Finally, there was a consequence for promoting no consequences. That’s the truth.

But please don’t blame me. I don’t want to suffer the consequences of whatever I may have done.

THE WAR ON GOVERNMENT ight-wing politicians have stepped up their assault on government spending. But the latest salvo on the war on government came from an unexpected source: President Obama. His preemptive proposal to freeze non-military federal pay undermines the local economy while achieving little politically.

Home to more than 15 percent of federal workers, D.C. would receive about $750 million less by freezing about 400,000 salaries.

This area has suffered less than many other cities despite having the third highest cost of living. Washington—with the most highly educated residents nationwide—draws many people who pursue dreams of public service over better-paid private sector work.

Still, the two-year pay freeze could be worthwhile were it moving us much closer to financial stability or progressive bipartisanship. But it seems to represent only a step back from a message to help the middle class.

The financial impact will be negligible, at $2.5 billion in annual savings. Compare that to what we would save by not extending Bush tax cuts for just the wealthiest two percent ($700 billion over 10 years), cutting a few percent of over $500 billion dollars in defense spending or canceling any of several multi-billion dollar weapons programs. Without the context of a larger effort, the freeze on our country’s largest employer lacks heft.

Nor will it bring bipartisanship. “Can we all just get along?” Rodney King famously asked, after his brutal beating by the Los Angeles police led to citywide riots. President

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Obama similarly wants cooperation. But major concessions on health care and climate change didn’t bring Republican support, and the freeze proposal drew a one-two punch: Republicans refused to act on legislation before addressing tax cuts, then voted to block them unless $1 million earners were included.

Clearly the answer to Rodney King’s question for President Obama is: “We just can’t.” Republicans have sold a broad, misguided message of antigovernment, anti-business and anti-growth to Congress and backed it up with their legislative votes. Now they say, in so many words, that our job-killing city is unfairly rich at the expense of the middle class.

Corporations brought money to the Tea Party and to conservative candidates to amplify such a message. Massive and growing corporate donations are aimed at promoting an unfair and unsustainable status quo: sacrificing a middle-class ravaged by recession, stagnating wages, and high fees to corporations and the rich.

At his best, Obama championed the priorities of most Americans. His emphasis on the commonality of federal government and middle class interests energized his campaign and his presidency.

Soaring rhetoric on common sense injustices in health care and financial services resonated with the American population, as did calls for investment in clean energy and infrastructure. And while the legislative process has been messy and marked by premature concessions, he’s racked up significant wins for most Americans through the stimulus, health care and financial reform.

But his efforts drew the ire of cash cow corporations highly dependent on old products and technologies. Rather than investing in development

of the next generation of sustainable, innovative and globally competitive products, these companies spend little in research, stockpile cash and rack up profits.

These profits have come increasingly from deceptive or illegal practices, such as violating safety regulations, downplaying health risks, and presenting consumers with comprehensive solutions and then later surprising them with extra hundreds of dollars on monthly bills. The result is a middle-class wracked by foreclosures, obesity, shrinking savings and retirement, and rising poverty levels.

Despite a broad anti-government message polling well, most Americans support initiatives like health care protections, limited credit card fees, and continued unemployment benefits.

Obama should return to his impassioned rhetoric emphasizing the consistency of federal government and middle class interests. He should champion the heroes in the government (including the 45 percent in public health care) and other federal accomplishments. He should point out clear failures and shortsightedness of corporations and offer regulation and investment to improve it. He should hold fast on tax cuts, forcing Republicans to explain why they support millionaires over popular measures like extending unemployment insurance and continuing START. “You lose nothing when fighting for a cause,” said Muhammad Ali. “In my mind, the losers are those who don’t have a cause they care about.”

The president would do well to heed this legendary fighter’s advice. Obama should abandon a proposal wrong for our city and our country, and once again embrace the message of our government and the middle class.

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ike many jurisdictions around the country, the District again faces both a decline in tax revenue due to the economy and a number of “spending pressures” that need to be addressed. Just prior to the Thanksgiving break, Mayor Fenty submitted his proposed gap-closing plan for FY 2011, which began on October 1. In addition to this plan, the Mayor also immediately placed a freeze on payroll, hiring and new procurements at the start of the fiscal year. As an exercise in financial management, it behooves all of us to make these important budget decisions early in the fiscal year in order to achieve the highest level of annual savings possible. The Mayor’s plan can be accessed online at: tinyurl.com/27n3cr9.

The Council held a public hearing on the Mayor’s proposal on November 30, which lasted well into the evening. Chairman Gray (now Mayor-Elect) has also held informal conversations with Council members, which will lead to his own plan, a revision of the Mayor’s plan, on which the Council will vote on December 7.

The budget gap we face in FY 2011 is a relatively manageable $188 million. I am, by and large, supportive of the Mayor’s approach, although there are cuts I have concerns about as every member does. To some extent, it would be foolhardy to restore some of these spending cuts now only to have to address them again in April. At that time, Mayor Gray will submit his FY 2012 budget to the Council, and these programs will likely be on the chopping block all over again to address what will be a $350 million shortfall in FY 2012.

Several principles are guiding my thoughts on our budget deliberations: 1.) We cannot continue to live beyond our means, which means not raiding our much-depleted fund balances.

2.) We need to plan for what I think will be continued austerity and a weak recovery from the recession. 3.) We need to focus our resources on the core functions of government.

During the “boom years” of the 2000s, before the financial crash, we added all kinds of new spending and programs to the District budget.

We need to take a good hard look at these programs and ask ourselves whether they are absolutely necessary.

The challenges seem daunting on their face, but I believe we can successfully address them in this round. I do think the FY 2012 budget will be a far bigger challenge, but Mayor Gray will have a few months (rather than a few weeks) to look at programs citywide in a systematic way. But for the moment, I think we are moving in a prudent fashion to address our immediate problems in FY 2011.

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They heard “Amazing Grace� played by a bagpiper from the firehouse. They were welcomed

by Joseph’s House Executive Director Patty Wudel and were led in a light-sharing ceremony by volunteer Andrea Woods. Candles lit and spirits high, they embarked on a walk through Lanier Place in Adams Morgan, through the one-way section which makes it easier for the ambulances and fire engines to come in and out of the local firehouse. They walked past all the houses, the night having come on, the candles acting as pathfinders through sidewalks full of blustered leaves. Around the block, past the house next to the fire station where the old lady from the Carolinas had lived for so many years, and they were home again.

Joseph’s House staff member Kate Lichti read a poem called “Beannacht,� or “Blessing,� and they shushed their candles in the yard and went inside.

I came in behind them, late through faults entirely my own, and saw the extra chairs for the viewing of the Showtime documentary, “The Other City,� about the continuing rise of AIDS in Washington DC. They were bringing in pizza and assorted snacks and lemonade and iced tea into the dining room, where the counters and walls were alive with the pictures of laughing, smiling men and women, almost all of whom are now gone.

It was World AIDS day at Joseph’s House, self-described as a compassionate community for homeless men and women at the end of life, founded in 1990 by Dr. David Hilfiker. “We gathered tonight to celebrate Worlds AIDS day, and to celebrate the lives of all the men and women, over 300, who have died here,� Ms. Wudel said.

Mercelda Williams, a long-time personal care aide here, spotted me. “You’re the guy with Bailey,� she said.

That would be my dog Bailey, who is well known here, even though there is a new house dog, a cat named Romeo and a fierce female Yorky named Ajax, who, when it comes to Bailey, becomes fanatically territorial.

There’s a reason to bring up my dog. We’d always walked past the big, roomy house on the corner of Lanier Place and Ontario, with its peeling bark trees, its garden tools in the yard,

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It was a home on the street, really, very much a part of the neighborhood. Sometimes there were celebrations and gatherings there, and ambulances and hearses would stop there, which was a part of the life of the home. Some days Wudel would greet us warmly, as she does most people, and she took a liking to Bailey, as do most people.

Bailey, a Bichon Frise, wears his natural, little-dog cuteness, with a certain amount of diffidence, volunteering affection grudgingly. But it was Bailey who took an interest in the residents at Joseph’s House.

We would walk by—over the years a few thousand times, most likely—and Bailey would stop and look up. And the men there would respond. “That sure is a cute dog,� one or the other would say. And Bailey, instead of moving briskly on, would stop and look back. His tail would wag.

Soon, some of the men would come down and pet him, and he stood still for it. I guess the word went out. Pretty soon, we’d be on the other side of the street and would hear, loud and clear: “Hey, Bailey, how you doin’?� “That was Jesse,� Williams said. “He started that ‘Bailey’ stuff. Lots of them. They just naturally got to liking him.�

And Bailey would respond in kind, which was so rare as to require noting. He and I turned the corner with Fred and Donald. Fred was a carpenter by trade—he made the Welcome sign at the top of the porch—and his best friend there was Donald. Fred suffered from terminal lung cancer. When they were out on the porch early in the morning, Bailey would not only stop, but would hop up the two sections of stairs to see one or the other.

Donald, a navy veteran, a thin, lively man who refused to bow to the idea of dying, was out on the porch early in the morning, and Bailey came running up the stairs. “Yo, Bailey,� he said, opening the door. “Fred,� he said, “you better get on out here.

Bailey’s up here.� “I think he’s sleeping on the couch,� Donald said. But Fred came out, walking slowly. It was near the end days of his illness, but he came out in the cold to greet Bailey.

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The two of them showed up in November two years ago to vote. “It’s a history day, isn’t it?”

Fred said. “It’s a great day. I had to do that.” It was also an act that spoke directly to the future that Fred would not be occupying, and he knew that.

Donald, it turned out, was one of the people who survived his illness and returned to the world outside of Joseph’s House. He would come back, show up periodically, and if I saw him, he asked about Bailey.

If this sounds prosaic, even whimsical and sentimental, it’s not meant to be. I began to understand what was happening at Joseph’s house, which was just this kind of thing. “We treat people with unconditional love,” Wudel said.

“Nobody has to earn love, nobody should have to do it.

“It’s about respect. It’s about being curious

about people’s lives. It’s about learning how to live a full live in the process of dying. There is a deep exchange that goes on here. We are not naïve in the face of death. We feel the loss, too.”

And life is all about greetings, the smell of fried eggs, fading light at dusk, early morning cold on a porch, people sharing moments by extending their time, life and hands.

When we pass by, I seem to remember them all—the young white man who made every effort to be out in the community, shopping at Safeway, going to the Deli, relatives showing up on birthdays, twenty-something volunteers on the porch listening to the latest resident talk about his or her life, the voices not quite carrying but being a musical murmur. Sometimes kids and men and women would be gathering, and there were tears. And you knew that the tears were a part of things here, and there would

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be somber faces in the morning here.

Daily life goes on there, and the house and the people in it are very much a part of the neighborhood, the street with its winter potholes, the bright street lamps, the ambulances coming out of the fire house, all the people with dogs walking dogs, the burst of babies in their carriages.

There is no spot on the stairs or on the sidewalk that says this is where Joseph’s House ends and the neighborhood begins.

No one, it seemed to me, retreats into a solitary death there. They live in company even at the last. Walking by, we know all that, and the vibrant lives still lived, and those remembered.

“Who knew,” I thought early on.

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ortgage rates have started to move higher as 2010 comes towards an end.

It has been stated in this column before that when the economy improves, money goes into the stock market and gets moved out of the bond markets. The end result is that interest rates on Treasury bonds move higher when the stock market goes higher.

The yield on the 10-Year Treasury yield finished over 3% for the first time since May of 2010. Most economists expect the yield to hover around present levels for the near and intermediate future. Some economists think the yield may dip well into 2% yield range in the next year or two.

The November employment report released on December 3, 2010 was dismal. The unemployment rate went higher, from 9.6% to 9.8%. The report showed a net non-farm payroll increase of a paltry 39,000.

Private sector job creation remains 6.31% below the peak employment numbers in three years ago, December 2007. Private sector job creation was up .05% month over month.

There is simply nothing pretty about the job numbers. The surprise was the reaction in the bond and stock markets. One would have expected the stock market to take a dive and for bonds to shine. When the day’s dust settled, the stock markets were up modestly, and the 10Year Treasuries sold off to finish above 3%.

The disappointing jobs numbers came after a

week of relatively positive news on the economy. Manufacturing was stronger then expected.

Retail sales over the start of the holiday season were also better then expected. Car sales seem to be on the rebound.

But weakness still abounds in the housing markets. In the Standard and Poors, Case-Shiller report of the third-quarter results on the nation’s housing prices showed a national decline in prices, year over year, of 2%.

Clearly the housing markets nationally and, to a lesser extent, locally are still showing signs of softness in sales and valuations. Housing has to stabilize for the economy to be strong over the long run.

One of the more positive reports released in the last couple of years was on consumer confidence. The conference Board’s confidence index increased to 54.1% in November from a revised 49.9% reading in November.

Goldman Sachs revised upward its forecast of the Gross National Product in a December report. In the report, Goldman calls for a GNP of 2.5% in 2011, and for the GNP to grow towards 4% annually towards the end of 2012. At the same time, Goldman is calling for low inflation and for no interest rate increases by the Federal Reserve Bank through 2012.

Hopefully the November employment numbers are more of an aberration then the start of a weaker trend. Next month’s jobs report will be a good barometer for the near term economic forecast.

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BUSINESS

CHADWICKS: A SENSE OF HOME IN A BUSY CITY American food, and is well known for its burger.

Russo relates how lost souls wander in for the first time in 40 years to inquire if it still serves its famous clam chowder (The answer is a resounding yes, by the way.). Running from 4 to 7 on weekdays, the bar’s Happy Hour specials are favorites with professionals and students alike. What’s more, every Saturday and Sunday Chadwicks features a champagne breakfast, where the bubbly is unlimited, and the burritos are massive.

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Since 1967, when Chadwicks first opened, Georgetown has transformed into a bustling college town—home to affluent politicians and busy streets crowded with restaurants and designer clothing stores. Despite the frenzied evolution, Chadwicks has remained frozen in time, a beloved reminder of the past.

Tom Russo, owner of the Georgetown institution, is a proud part of its rich history. He first worked there during his undergraduate studies at Georgetown University. Russo’s face broke into a nostalgic grin as he revealed, “I’m a Hoya,” and it was easy to imagine him as a Chadwicks regular during his college years.

Beginning as a bus boy, Russo climbed his way through the ranks. After completing business school, he returned to his old haunt and eventually became a partner in 1986. As he puts it, he simply “fell in love with a girl, fell in love with the city, and stayed here.”

Over the years, Russo has watched the Georgetown neighborhood grow, but he remains at ease in his second home because, as he says, “Chadwicks is a place I would like to hang out in.”

In the last 25 years, competition has exploded in Georgetown. Russo laments how DC tourists often avoid local restaurants in favor chain names they recognize. Were it not for Chadwicks’ loyal patronage, it would be unable to compete. Fortunately, the familiar environment attracts plenty of locals, who order the same burger they’ve been enjoying for years.

Whereas restaurant chains rely on a center of operations located in some far-flung city, Chadwicks lacks these bureaucratic hang-ups. The saloon’s strength lies in its ability to provide the same quality and service it has for years. This constancy is not lost on Georgetowners, who can appreciate seasoned charm.

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every lunch guest by name. His manner is impressively genuine as he asks each one, “How are you?”

The restaurant has no robotic hostess uttering her practiced, impersonal greeting.

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ART

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“HIDE/SEEK”

By Gary Tischler

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ity the National Portrait Gallery and its director Martin Sullivan.

Weeks after mounting the astoundingly comprehensive, direct and illuminating exhibition “Hide/Seek: Difference and Desire in American Portraiture,” both the Gallery and Sullivan got cuffed and buffeted from every direction, proving again that no good deed goes unpunished.

“Hide/Seek” is a good deed, although you’d get some in-yourface debate on that from the Catholic League and House Republican leaders John Boehner and Eric Canto.

The exhibition is a good deed, not in any do-gooder, mealymouthed way, but because it is a very good exhibition. Secondly, it took a certain amount of courage to even go forward with the project, especially in the National Portrait Gallery, which isn’t exactly the headquarters for portraits of outsider cultures in America. There is a Hall of Presidents here, but not a Hall of prominent LGBT men and women.

“Hide/Seek” seeks to create a portrait, general and specific, through over 100 paintings, sculptures, photographs and videos, of gay and lesbian culture in America—its iconography, its artists, its style of life both hidden and open. In that sense, it’s a history piece, and it serves comprehensively to fulfill what’s mostly missing in the Gallery: portraits of culturally and artistically prominent gay men and women in America—even if the exhibition is not permanent.

Not only that, but as the title indicates, the exhibition is concerned with how gay men and women managed to articulate their tastes and desires to others in a society which shunned, closeted and punished, legally and otherwise, those differences and desires.

It’s a hefty subject, a hefty title, complicated, subtle and broad at once. Walt Whitman, the literary sage of gay eroticism is here, recognized by the moderns as a kind of rambunctious, but also deflective prophet. Gertrude Stein, Langston Hughes, Anthony Tudor, Carl Van Vechten, Janet Flanner, Marsden Hartley, Djuna Barnes Frank O’Hara, James Baldwin, Jasper Johns and Robert Mapplethorpe, in one form or another, are all significant to gay cultural history.

And let’s add Andy Warhol, his self-portrait(s), and his painting of Truman Capote’s shoe.

But the canvas is much broader: a series of photographs in which two men walk on opposite sides of a sidewalk, pass each other, turn around, or men’s clothing advertising, or blues lyrics from Bessie Smith. This is an exhibition not only about notables, but about gay desire in many of its aspects. I would suspect if you had an exhibition made up purely of portraits of famous, notable gay men and women, artists, actors, and so on, nobody would bat an eye. But add the process, the life, the loves, the courtships. Add the word desire, and, well, you’re in trouble. Gay sexuality is precisely the thing that straight people don’t want to deal with, the thing that engenders all the clichés, the horrible jokes, the fears in the military, the secrets held within. They say the heart knows its mind, but so does desire, and both are insistent.

How do you hide in plain sight?

Through fashion, design, self-portraits, by creating great works of art. The exhibition, so varied, so full of riches, is an eye-opener to many, I’m sure, myself included. But it is also rich in terrific paintings, photography and stories.

It warrants more than one visit. Robert Mapplethorpe’s self-portrait, for instance, shows him as his own best subject, never mind the bad sex photos that made for big audiences.

For the Portrait Gallery, this was the third exhibition, each different, each not quite the usual fare in recent months. This is not meant to compare, but the ‘One Life’ exhibition on Post Publisher Katharine Graham, Al Wertheimer’s dramatic portrait of Elvis Presley in 1956, and now “Hide/Seek,” should be a triumphant triptych.

So what happened? For weeks, nothing, until Catholic League president William Donahue discovered a single, four-minute video by the late David Wojnarowicz, which included 11 seconds showing ants crawling over the Crucifix. Donahue called it “hate speech.”

Outrage ensued. Boehner, the presumptive Speaker of the House, and whip Eric Cantor lashed out dire warnings and expressions about taxpayers money and the American people. “American families have a right to expect better from recipients of taxpayers’ funds in a tough economy,” Boehner said. There was talking of pressure to close the show itself.

Sullivan in response issued a statement that included, in part: “I

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regret that some reports about the exhibit have created an impression that the video is intentionally sacrilegious. In fact, the artist’s intention was to depict the suffering of an AIDS victim. It was not the museum’s intention to offend.

We have removed the video. I encourage people to visit the exhibition online or in the building.”

More outrage, this time from artists and art critics, some of whom sound like the high priests of DC art, smacking Sullivan for “caving in,” insisting that it was censorship.

Small demonstrations erupted and the video was moved to a gallery near Logan Circle. Everybody talked and wrote in maximalist, scorched-earth terms.

We wouldn’t support censorship of any kind either. But I think it’s a little unfair to shower blame on the museum director when the real blame lies with the politicians and religious leaders who want to have the power to censor in the name of the American people. The GOP leaders especially can now say for sure they control the purse strings—not by the way for exhibitions, which are financed by private or corporate sponsors, but for the operations and salaries paid to museum employees.

Nobody is going to fire a critic for insisting on the holiness of artistic expression, even if it is less than holy or downright awful. Easy for us to say.

As it was, Sullivan returned the attention to where it really belongs: to a very fine, fascinating exhibition. Like the man said, go visit the website or the building.

“Hide/Seek” will be at the National Portrait Gallery through February 13, 2011. For more information, visit www.npg.si.edu

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PERFORMANCE

A NOT-SO-HOLIDAY THEATER ROUNDUP

By Gary Tischler

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ust because it’s the Christmas season, not everyone wants to be entertained by all things Christmas.

That’s true for theatergoers, who have more than enough Scrooges, Nutcrackers, Santa Clauses and elves than they probably need.

But take heart and beware of what you wish for. There’s plenty of theater fare that isn’t in the spirit of the holiday season, and which sheds a light on how we live today or how we used to live. Here’s a sampling.

The Studio Theater has a play by Traci Letts, the Pulitzer Prize-winning super-charged new writer who gave us the generational and family drama “August: Osage County.” The scale is smaller this time but no less human and acerbically funny. In the wonderfully titled “Superior Donuts,” Letts focuses on the fortunes and

It’s nice (or dangerous) to have Cherry Red, Ian Allen, Chris Griffin and the gang back. After all, they gave us such plays as “Dingleberries” and “Zombie Attack,” to name a few. In the very intimate space of the DC Arts Center on 18th Street in Adams Morgan, through December 18.

There’s more than “Oklahoma” at Arena Stage and the Mead Center for American Theater.

Now through January 8, in the smaller Kogod Cradle Space—meant to nurture new American playwrights—there’s “Every Tongue Confesses,” in which writer Marcus Gardley mixes jukebox blues with church gospel blues and television news to tell a blazing story.

And speaking of news, opening in January at the Kreeger is “Let Me Down Easy,” which marks the return of one-woman dynamo Anna

Superior Donuts, written by Traci Letts, at Studio Theater

cal, directed by the magical Mary Zimmerman, based on a novel by Voltaire, with some of the words by Lillian Hellman, and some of the lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and poet Richard Wilbur. With Lauren Molina and Geoff Packard in the leads. At the Shakespeare Theatre Companyn through January 9.

If “Oklahoma” at Arena doesn’t satisfy your Rodgers and Hammerstein jones, there’s the road company of “South Pacific” at the Kennedy Center, which will run December 14 through

January 16.

A well-received production of “Annie”, the most optimistic little redheaded girl in the world, with her friend Daddy Warbucks and her dog Sandy, has already been extended to January 7. At the Olney Theater in Maryland. Be prepared to have faith in “Tomorrow.”

A THEATER NOTE Actor James MacArthur, son of legendary American actress Helen Hayes and playwright Charles MacArthur, passed away recently at the age of 72.

Best known for his series role on the original “Hawaii Five O”, MacArthur is fondly remembered in Washington for carrying on the role played by his late mother, annually presiding over the Helen Hayes Theater Awards, named after her.

Annie, at the Olney Theater

friendship between a grouchy, cantankerous white shop owner and a very ambitious black teenager in a changing Chicago neighborhood.

The new friends bond over literature, of all things, and American economic values. And there are secrets. Aren’t there always.

This show has already been extended through January 2.

Also at the Studio, in its Stage 4 space, is “Mojo,” by Jez Butterworth. It’s all about London criminals, underground rock and roll and, of course, music and revenge in 1958. It runs through December 26.

“A Wrinkle in Time” is at once a fantasy of wish fulfillment and a quest that goes as far as it can possibly go (another planet). This whimsical theatrical adaptation by John Glare comes to life at the Round House Theater.

And if you’re really not in the mood for Joyous Noel at all, you can welcome back Cherry Red Productions, once Washington’s most outrageous theater group which returns after a number of years with “Wife Swappers,” by Justin Tanner of “Coyote Woman” fame. Despite its subject and some (all right, plenty of) nudity, this comic play about the doings of conservative types trying to get some sexual variety, is surprisingly operatic (think soap) and even sympathetic to its self-justifying characters who talk dirty, but see themselves as otherwise clean.

Deavere Smith. Smith wrote and will perform the play in which she lets varied voices speak out and “explores the power of the body, the price of health and the resilience of the spirit.” Beginning December 31 and running through February 13. At the Kreeger in the Mead Center.

Only a few more days left to see Synetic Theater’s dynamic, loud silent style at work in Washington, where a theater piece on the Russian classic “The Master and Margarita” is being performed through December 12 at the Lansburgh Theater.

If you like musicals, but still aren’t interested in the holidays, there’s “Candide,” the Leonard Bernstein cerebral, but very entertaining musi“Candide” at the Shakespeare Theatre Company

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A Window to the

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1. Furins 2805 M Street, N.W. This charming arrangement captures the wondrous tenor of frosted winter—with precious snowmen!

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with J. McLaughlin’s Lauren Caulier Who does your windows?

These Christmas windows were done by Bil Bond, who works in the design department. He designed the angel in the white dress and the backdrop, and then Chris, the assistant manager, and myself put together the outfits and all that stuff.

Was there a particular theme you were going for?

They had made the holiday angel, and then we did the outfits around it using what’s new in the store, doing our best to make it fun and jazzy to catch your attention. We always display our newest items in the window, which are currently a little dressier because it’s the holidays.

We do lots of fun colors and Kevin McLaughlin, who does the product development for the stores, put a trendy twist to the clothing this year.

What’s the history of J McLaughlin?

It’s owned by two brothers Kevin and Jay. Kevin does the designing. They started in NYC over 34 years ago. Their first store was on New York Ave., and they’ve slowly expanded up and down the East Coast.

Do you have a favorite item currently in the store?

J. McLaughlin, 3278 M Street, N.W. Preppy goes wild for the holidays, with fun designs intended for Glitterati!

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2. Marston Luce 1651 Wisconsin Ave., N.W. The display is marked by an understated elegance that is subtle and sophisticated.

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PATOWMACK FARM OFFERS RESPITE FROM THE HOLIDAY MADNESS

By Robert Higginbotham

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hanksgiving is ancient history now. And as the trees shed those last few colorful stragglers refusing to join the pile, we’re forced to face the fact that fall is coming to an end, and the cold is here to stay. Nonetheless, DC transforms almost overnight into a city of lights, as the yearly holiday festivities begin with the immediacy of instant oatmeal.

The annual lighting of the National Chanukah Menorah is already in full swing, and a 40-foot spruce tree sits discretely on the side, waiting to be unveiled. There are parades, plays, concerts, cocktails, gift exchanges, gift returns, families and friends, cookie parties, party parties—just enough so that by the time the ball drops and the fireworks go off, you may well be writhing in bed at night, the sound of bells engrained within the hollows of your ears, trying to figure out where to put the extra 10 pounds you’ve tacked on.

As truly wonderful as it all is, it can (and will) get hectic and overwhelming. It’s times like these we can be grateful for, and truly appreciate, a peaceful countryside. Who can refuse a jaunt over the hills—or over the river and through the woods—for quiet views and great food? What better escape for you and your loved ones to flee the city for a couple hours and soak up the holiday spirit together in quiet relaxation?

If this is ringing a bell and you need a place to go, we’ve got a few in mind. Places like the Billard’s Patowmack Farm in Lovettesville, VA, just north along the river and west of Point of Rocks, are perfect for a respite from the holiday madness.

With views overlooking the Potomac and the Point of Rocks Bridge, Beverly Morton Billard and Chuck Billard started Patowmack Farm in 1986 as a place to grow fresh herbs and seasonal vegetables. In 1998 they opened their

restaurant, championing—and in many ways, pioneering—the farm-to-table concept. The Farm’s well known “Chef Christopher” focuses on providing fresh, organic produce straight from the grounds, paired with sustainable seafood and wild, natural meats.

Helping to maintain an environmental balance using sustainable practices is of the utmost importance to Chef Christopher and the Patowmack crew, and it’s never compromised on the menu. Such items include Truffle Roasted

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Jerusalem Artichoke, incorporating burgundy truffles, black trumpet mushroom powder and a mushroom puree. Or, on the more savory side, choices include dishes like Duck A L’Orange served with caramelized endive, juniper spice pesto, candied orange peel and grand marnier.

As for dessert, one can’t go wrong with the Maple Crème Beignet, a dark chocolate ganache combined with shaved white chocolate and Virginia peanut streusel.

Everything on the menu is available a la carte, or as part of a 5-course prix fixe menu with optional wine pairings. And of course, vegetarian options are always available.

The exquisite high-ceilinged glass dining room at Patowmack Farm is open Thursday night through Saturday, and brunch is served on weekends, mixing in organic breakfast dishes into their already healthy repertoire.

More recently, the Farm has cooked up what they call “Thursday’s on the Farm,” as a way for the curious (or the repeat offender) to sample the unique tastes, much like tapas.

Dishes are smaller (and priced accordingly) and served with organically infused cocktail options. The menus for both change weekly

allowing for a wide range of what the Farm has to offer.

The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm has joined an elite crew of the most renowned dining experiences in the area (DC included), and not only for serving food, but for giving back as well.

Earlier this month the Farm teamed up with INMED Partnerships for Children in an event goaled toward helping to stop child hunger, disease, abuse, neglect and violence. More specifically, the proceeds of the “Chef’s Collaborative Event” went toward establishing a greenhouse organic gardening system at the Loudoun County Homeless and Transitional Housing Shelter. They are hoping the greenhouse will provide both education and food year-round to those in need. It isn’t just good food they’re serving up at the Farm, it’s Good, period.

And if you’re not sold yet, Patowmack Farm throws in some wonderful special events every month to help coax you away from the concrete jungle. Whether it’s a jazz brunch, a top notch cooking class, or simply holiday music and great food (this year provided by Music by Anthem’s string quartet hosted on Dec 17 and Dec 18), there always seems to be something going on at the Patowmack Farm to spice up a great day spent in the country. Sided with a view of the bridge among rolling hills, while leaning back in a quiet gazebo miles away from food trucks, bus stops, pay stations and buildings over three stories tall, you may realize that, occasionally, the city of lights needs to be beat—at least for an hour or two.

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1789 RESTAURANT

BANGKOK BISTRO

BANGKOK JOE’S

BISTRO FRANCAIS

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

Come and enjoy contemporary Thai cuisine & Sushi bar deliciously prepared at Bangkok Bistro. The restaurant’s decor matches its peppery cuisine, vibrant in both color and flavor.

Enthusiasts say we offer professional, prompt and friendly service. Experience outdoor sidewalk dining in the heart of Georgetown.

(One block from Georgetown Lowe’s theatres)

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

1226 36th St, NW

Open seven nights a week.

Jackets required.

Complimentary valet parking. www.1789restaurant.com

3251Prospect St, NW

Open for lunch and dinner.

Sun.-Thurs.11:30am - 10:30pm Fri.-Sat. 11:30am - 11:30pm

3000 K St NW

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

www.bangkokbistrodc.com (202) 965-1789

CAFE BONAPARTE 1522 Wisconsin Ave

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

www.cafebonaparte.com (202) 333-8830

CITRONELLE (The Latham Hotel) 3000 M St, NW

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

(202) 337-2424

CAFÉ LA RUCHE

1039 31st Street, NW Take a stroll down memory lane.

Serving Georgetown for more than 35 years - Since 1974 Chef Jean-Claude Cauderlier A bit of Paris on the Potomac.

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

Voted Best Dessert-Pastry in town, The Washingtonian Magazine FULL BAR Open Daily from 11:30 a.m. Open Late ‘til 1 am on Friday & Saturday night Now Offering Happy Hours Mon-Fri 4-7PM Happy hour appetizers and Specialty Drinks www.cafelaruche.com (202) 965-2684

CLYDE’S OF GEORGETOWN 3236 M St, NW

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

Open for Dinner.

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

Valet parking.

www.clydes.com

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CAFE MILANO

3124-28 M St NW

(202) 338-3830

CHADWICKS

3251 Prospect St. NW

3205 K St, NW (est.1967)

Cafe Milano specializes in setting up your private party in our exclusive dining rooms. Our detail-oriented staff also will cater your corporate meetings & special events at your office, home or other locations. Check out our website for booking information or call 202-965-8990, ext. 135.

Cafe Milano is high on the restaurant critics’ charts with excellent Italian cuisine & attention to service. Fresh pastas, steaks, fish dishes, & authentic Italian specialties. Lunch & dinner. Late night dining & bar service.

A Georgetown tradition for over 40 years, this friendly neighborhood restaurant/saloon features fresh seafood, burgers, award-winning ribs, & specialty salads & sandwiches. Casual dining & a lively bar.

Daily lunch & dinner specials. Late night dining (until midnight Sun.Thu., 1A.M. Fri-Sat) Champagne brunch served Sat. & Sun. until 4P.M. Open Mon-Thu 11:30A.M.-2A.M. Fri-Sat 11:30A.M.-3A.M.Sun 11A.M.-2A.M.Kids’ Menu Available. Located ½ block from the Georgetown movie theatres, overlooking the new Georgetown Waterfront Park

www.CafeMilano.net (202) 333-6183

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

(202) 337-4900

BISTROT LEPIC & WINE BAR 1736 Wisconsin Ave., NW

Come and see for yourself why Bistrot Lepic, with its classical, regional and contemporary cuisine, has been voted best bistro in D.C. by the Zagat Guide.

And now with its Wine bar, you can enjoy “appeteasers”, full bar service, complimentary wine tasting every Tuesday and a new Private Room. The regular menu is always available.

Open everyday.

Lunch & dinner.

Reservations suggested. www.bistrotlepic.com (202) 333-0111

CIRCLE BISTRO

One Washington Circle, NW Washington, DC 22037 Circle Bistro presents artful favorites that reflect our adventurous and sophisticated kitchen.

Featuring Happy Hour weekdays from 5pm-7pm, live music every Saturday from 8pm-12midnight, and an a la carte Sunday Brunch from 11:30am-2:30pm.

Open dailyfor breakfast, lunch and dinner. www.circlebistro.com

ChadwicksRestaurants.com (202) 333.2565

FILOMENA RISTORANTE

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

(202) 293-5390

FAHRENHEIT

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

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

2813 M St. Northwest, Washington, DC 20007

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SEA CATCH

1054 31st St, NW

3251 Prospect St. NW

The tremendous popularity of The Peacock Happy Day Brunch in Washington DC is legendary. The breakfast and brunch selections offer wonderful variety and there is a new selection of fresh, spectacular desserts everyday. The Peacock Café in Georgetown, DC - a fabulous menu for the entire family.

Monday - Thursday: 11:30am - 10:30pm Friday: 11:30am - 12:00am Saturday: 9:00am - 12:00am Sunday: 9:00am - 10:30pm (202) 625-2740

SMITH POINT

1338 Wisconsin Ave., NW (corner of Wisconsin & O St.) Smith Point has quickly become a favorite of Georgetowners. The Washington Post Magazine calls Smith Point “an underground success” with “unusually good cooking at fair prices.” Chef Francis Kane’s Nantucket style fare changes weekly, featuring fresh combinations of seafood, meats, and farmers market produce.

Open for dinner Thurs- Sat from 6:30 pm-11pm. www.smithpointdc.com (202) 333-9003

3050 K St. NW Washington, DC 20007

Whether it’s a romantic dinner or a business lunch, enjoy wonderM Street Bar & Grill, in the St. GregNick’s Riverside Grille is a famful Boudin Blanc, Fresh Dover ily-owned waterfront restaurant ory Hotel has a new Brunch menu serving great American fare, fine Sole Meunière, Cassoulet or Pike

by Chef Christopher Williams Feasteaks, authentic pasta dishes and Quenelles by the fireplace in this turing Live Jazz, Champagne, Mithe freshest seafood! Our Georgeunique “Country Inn”. Chef Patmosas and Bellini’s. For Entertaintown waterfront dining room has rick Orange serves his Award ing, small groups of 12 to 25 people spectacular views of the Potomac Winning Cuisine in a rustic atmowishing a dining room experience River, Kennedy Center, Washingsphere, where locals and celebrities we are featuring Prix Fixe Menus: ton Monument, Roosevelt Island, alike gather. La Chaumiere also of$27.00 Lunch and $34.00 Dinner. the AKey Bridge, the surrounding SEAFOOD WITH VIEW fers 2 private dining rooms with aDELICIOUS Washington, DC area, plus our spaLunch and dinner specials daily. cious outdoor terrace is a great dinprix-fixe menu and an affordable ing spot to take in all the waterfront wine list. www.mstreetbarandgrill.com scenery!

Washingtonian’s Best 100 restaurant 28 years in a row. www.lachaumieredc.com www.nicksriversidegrille.com (202) 530-3621 (202) 342-3535 (202) 338-1784

PEACOCK CAFE Established in 1991, Peacock Cafe is a tradition in Georgetown life.

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ROCKLANDS

Barbeque and Grilling Company 2418 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Washington’s best genuine barbeque, smoked over red oak and hickory, served with traditional sides. Since 1990, Rocklands has been serving delectable chopped pork, smoky ribs and barbequed beef to our community and Presidents alike. Open every day, in Glover Park, Arlington, Alexandria and Rockville; delivery and full-service catering too. Sign up for e-news and get the latest dish at www.rocklands.com.

Lovers of seafood can always find something to tempt the palette at the Sea Catch Restaurant & Raw Bar. Sea Catch offers fresh seafood “simply prepared” in a relaxed atmosphere. Overlooking the historic C&O Canal, we offer seasonal fireside and outdoor dining. Private party space available for 15 - 300 Complimentary parking Lunch Monday - Saturday 11:30am - 3:00pm Dinner Monday - Saturday 5:30pm - 10:00pm Closed on Sunday Happy Hour Specials at the Bar Monday - Friday 5:00pm -7:00pm www.seacatchrestaurant.com (202) 337-8855

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SETTE OSTERIA

1666 Conn. Ave at R St. NW (Dupont Circle) Edgy. Witty. Casual.

THE patio near Dupont Circle for peoplewatching. Pizza masters bake delicious Neapolitan thincrust pizzas in a wood-fire oven.

Menu favorites include pastas, salads, lasagnas, Italian specialty meats and cheeses, and lowcarb choices.

Daily specials, Lunch & dinner. Late night dining & bar service. www.SetteOsteria.com

(202)483-3070

TONY AND JOE’S TOWN HALL SEAFOOD PLACE 2218 Wisconsin Ave NW Dive into Tony3000 andKJoe’s Seafood Place this summer St, NW If you’re in the mood for fresh delica- Town Hall is a neighborhood favorite Ranked one of the most popular and enjoy the best seafood dining has of to Glover Park, offering cies from the sea, dive into Tony Georgetown and in the heart seafood restaurants in , DC, “this Joe’s Seafood Place at the George- a classic neighborhood restaurant and cosmopolitan”send-up of a vinoffer. Make your reservation and mention this town Waterfront.

While today enjoying bar with contemporary charm. Whethtage supper club that’s styled after tempting dishes such as Maryland er its your 1st, 2nd or 99th time in the a ‘40’s-era ocean liner is appointed be entered to lobster win a FREE Brunch forwe’re Two!committed to serving you fresh and shrimp door, with cherry wood and red leatherad tocrabcakes, THE OCEANAIRE 1201 F St, NW

scampi you have spectacular views of a great meal and making you feel at booths, infused with a “clubby, old the Potomac River, Kennedy Center, home each and every time. Come try money” atmosphere. The menu Washington Monument, Roosevelt one of our seasonal offerings and find showcases “intelligently” prepared 202-944-4545 | www.tonyandjoes.com Island, and the Key Bridge. Visit us out for yourself what the Washingfish dishes that “recall an earlier onHarbour Sundays for our award winning Post dubbed DC the “Talk of Glover time of elegant” dining.

What’s Washington | 3000 K Street NW | ton Washington, brunch buffet. Come for the view, Park”Make a reservation online today more, “nothing” is snobbish here. stay for the food! at www.townhalldc.com Sunday thruand Thursday: -10PM@tonyandjoes Lunch: Mon-Fri- 11:30am -5:00pm Tony Joe’s 11AM | Friday & Saturday: 11AM - Midnight Serving Dinner Daily5PM-10:30pm Dinner: Mon-Thur 5-10pm. Fri & Beverage Service until 1:30AM Brunch Sat & Sun 11:30AM-5PM Sat 5-11pm. Sun-5-9pm. every night Free Parking available www.theoceanaire.com VISITwww.tonyandjoes.com OUR FAMILY OF DC RESTAURANTS (202) 333-5640 (202) 347-2277 (202) 944-4545

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“New” Tyson’s Corner Location Open NOW! Dining Room Monday - Friday: 11:30am-11:00pm Saturday: 5:00pm-11:00pm Bar Hours Mon.-Thursday: 11:30am-11:00pm Friday: 11:30am- 2:00am Saturday: 5:00pm- 2:00am (202) 293-7760

SEQUOIA

3000 K St NW, Suite 100 Washington, DC 20007 Eclectic American cuisine, Coupled with enchanting views of the Potomac River make Sequoia a one of a kind dining experience.

Offering a dynamic atmosphere featuring a mesquite wood fire grill, sensational drinks, and renowned River Bar. No matter the occasion, Sequoia will provide an unforgettable dining experience. www.arkrestaurants.com /sequoia_dc.html (202) 944-4200

ZED’S

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

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hen I was a child my mother had a punchbowl that came out on special occasions, usually around the December holiday season. The snowy white centerpiece and matching glasses where formed from Indiana milk glass molded into a leaf pattern. The cups had little red hooks that were used to hang the glasses on the side.

The collection was rounded out a ruby red clear plastic ladle.

It was back in the 1970s, my mom would dress in a polyester pantsuit with flared legs and my dad would wear a plaid sport jacket with wide lapels and an even wider necktie.

Mom would make Chex mix from actual cereal and the adults would nibble on deviled eggs, Jell-O salad and Ritz cracker hors d’oeuvres. While the men would stick to beer, the ladies would ladle out brightly-colored drinks with floating garnishes.

If I was well-behaved I would be treated to a small cup of watered-down punch to enjoy before I was sent to bed. It sent me off into a slumber where I dreamed of hosting my own parties as an adult.

When the punchbowl wasn’t in use, I begged to play with it. Unlike most young girls who hosted tea parties with their dolls, I threw lavish cocktail soirees with my eclectic group of plush animals, including an alligator, a blue elephant and a smiling watermel-

on. (And you thought the bar in the original Star Wars was weird.)

Punchbowls were a popular entertaining vehicle for people in my parents’ generation.

But the origin of punch dates back hundreds of years. According to Wayne Curtis’ 2006 book “And a Bottle of Rum,” the English made punch in India as early as 1673. The name punch most likely came for the Hindu word panch, meaning five. Ancient punches were forged from five ingredients traditionally tea, lemon, sugar, water and arrack, an Asian spirit distilled from palm sap.

My mom’s punch recipe came curiously enough from 7-Up. During a recent visit, while sifting through mom’s recipe books, I came across a stained and well-used magazine insert tucked away in a cookbook.

The small advertising brochure cheerily entitled “Merry Punch Bowl to You!” featured four punch recipes with photos - each in a distinctive hue – red, green, yellow and orange.

The ad copy was notable dated, proclaiming, “Gay parties just naturally center around a sparkling punchbowl,” and touting 7-Up as the “magic ingredient.”

Like many recipes of that era, the components concentrated on canned and premade ingredients. The 7-Up was measured in 7 oz bottles, a far cry from 20 oz super-sized

7-Up Emerald Punch 1 can (46 oz) sweetened pineapple juice.

4 cans (6 oz) limeade ¼ cup honey 1 bottle gin (1/5 gallon) 12 bottles (7 oz each) 7- Up Combine pineapple juice and concentrate in punch bowl.

Add honey; stir. Add gin; then 7-up. Add a few drops of green food coloring if desired; add ice. Garnish with fruit.

single serving plastic bottles of today. However the recipes weren’t that different than the original five-ingredient “panch” formula.

Just for fun during the Thanksgiving weekend, my mom and I whipped up a green batch of 7-Up Emerald Punch. We garnished the colorful mixture with pineapple rings, maraschino cherries and mini-marshmallows. We dragged out the punchbowl from storage, decorated the table festively and talked about holiday memories. This time though we left the polyester in the closet and I stayed up to finish the last glass.

Ingredients to make punch may be purchased at Dixie Liquor, 3429 M Street in Georgetown.

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VOLT RESTAURANT’S IDENTITY CRISIS

By Alexa McMahon Lamb loin, porcini mushrooms and baby bok choi at Volt

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Head Chef Brian Voltaggio in the dining room of Volt Restaurant in Frederick, MD

n Volt’s homepage, Head Chef and Frederick, Maryland. feeling of disappointment. It’s similar to a former Top Chef contestant Brian The dichotomy between the polished, farm- friend setting you up with a man she marVoltaggio holds a golden rooster in land dining Volt projects and its ultramodern kets as down to earth, personable and easy to front of a red barn in a deeply saturated at- design left me not knowing quite what to ex- talk to—but when that man turns out to be a successful investment banker who mosphere of rich primary colors. The slides turn through pulls out your chair and has a slick hundreds of pictures of the line for every occasion, you come The dichotomy between the polished, American countryside. Voltaway from the date thinking not of farmland dining Volt projects and its ultraaggio wears a butcher’s apron the man you met, but the person and walks through a dimly lit you feel you’ve missed. I left Volt modern design left me not knowing quite barn. Yet it seems that the silo feeling the void of the restaurant what to expect. I left, after a very good and cornfield glamour shots they’d had me believing they were, meal, equally puzzled. even if the reality is more than satmay be the only thing “country” about his restaurant. isfactory.

Walking into Volt, paneled For starters, the restaurant has an with glass, fresh backlighting and swank pect. I left, after a very good meal, equally irreconcilable Asian vibe. However, I quickwhite couches, it feels more like a hip Chi- puzzled. The bill was reasonable and the ly forgot this upon tasting my yellowfin tuna natown sushi bar than an agrarian outpost in food delicious, and yet I couldn’t escape a carpaccio appetizer, delicately folded into a

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translucent wonton paper. Underneath the small roll of sweet, fresh fish was a stripe of avocado which had been mixed with honey and lemon, then extruded. It was topped with soy “air” and hot chili oil. The dish was sweet, fresh and creamy.

In between courses, the attentive waiter offered me complimentary champagne and a smooth, smoky Manhattan to my dining companion.

The Chef can be seen cooking on the “kitchen cam” on televisions placed throughout the restaurant. I watched him smoke something in a pot on the screen.

An odd Orwellian feeling crept up. His image was everywhere. It is one thing to see flames rising from an open kitchen and catch the wafting aroma of reduction sauces and searing meats, while the chatter of chefs at work reverberates through the walls and sets

the dining room humming. But watching Chef Voltaggio cooking alone on a muted television screen was serene, but almost eerie.

My entrée of Maine lobster with black forbidden rice and citrus vinaigrette was tender and perfectly cooked. The flavors were again fresh, and the vinaigrette cut the richness of the lobster nicely. Forbidden rice has a purplish kernel and is named such because, for a time, it was reserved to be eaten exclusively by the Emperor of China—it was actually outlawed for public consumption. Does it get more Far East than this?

I was enjoying my food and the atmosphere, but it felt like I wasn’t at Volt, wasn’t in Frederick. I was at a beautiful Asian-inspired Manhattan bistro twenty years in the future, watching my meal being prepared in a place out of sight.

I would go to Volt again. Absolutely. The The bar and lounge at Volt food was thoughtful and it was nice to get out of the city for the day, even if dining in the restaurant felt like being in the heart of Midtown.

Volt feels a little bit like someone who isn’t sure who they are yet. While they may think it’s ugly to be a city slicker in a small town, the only thing worse is the city slicker who wears leather jackets with farm boots thinking they fit it. It would do Volt justice not to be what it imagines it should, but to just be itself.

Volt is located at 288 North Market Street Frederick, MD. www.VoltRestaurant.com for reservations.

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By Stacy Notaras Murphy Dear Stacy: I’m a 56-year-old divorcee dating an about-tobe 66-year-old widower. We have been dating for nearly a year and spend most of our free time together. I attend his work functions, and we have mutual friends in common. My companion’s birthday is around New Year’s, and he is planning to retire from a high-profile law practice soon thereafter. There will be a major celebration in his honor, and he has asked me for my opinions about venues and entertainment (I’m an event planner.). But I will not be invited to the party because his three grown children will be there, and he has not introduced us yet. Although he told me they knew he was dating, it has come to light recently that they do not know he’s been in an exclusive relationship with me since January.

He has no plans to tell them and shuts down the conversation every time I bring this up. I know he’s not ashamed of me; his friends and coworkers all know my name. I think he’s just not willing to upset the kids’ memories of their mother, who died 10 years ago. I’m trying not to feel embarrassed by the situation, but I really don’t like the way this makes me feel about the children, his deceased spouse, or him quite frankly. Any advice?

-Feeling Backburnered in Burleith

Dear Burleith: I understand where you’re coming from.

He’s only willing to bring you into his life to a certain point, and that is painful and somewhat embarrassing now that there’s a very public event about to showcase those boundaries. Of course you are struggling with your feelings about his wife and their children, but, if you’ve been reading my columns at all, you know where this is going; I think we need to focus more on your feelings about him and vice versa.

You say that he shuts down communication each time you try to broach this subject.

First, I’d suggest that you decide whether this relationship is important enough for you to work through, and if it is hightail it to a couples counselor ASAP. People only “shut down communication” when they are feeling threatened by another person’s demands, so take the time to learn how to have this conversation sans the fight and flight.

If that doesn’t work, we have to start looking at your motivation for staying in a yearlong relationship with someone who lied about whether his kids knew you existed, who asks for your event planning work product without payment or invitation to said event, and who responds to your emotional needs

by cutting off communication. If those red flags aren’t enough to get you to slow down, then I’d recommend spending some time with your own relationship needs and expectations. Is this what love has always looked like to you? Is that still good enough? I’m rooting for you to say “no more” to being taken advantage of in this way, but this kind of realization is a process.

Finding someone to talk it through is always a great start.

Dear Stacy: I’m in love with my married boss. He knows it and flirts with me incessantly. I used to think this was his way of moving toward a relationship or an affair, but it’s pretty obvious he just enjoys playing this game. While I truly hate that part of him, I’m still in love with him, and this saga continues. Please don’t tell me to quit my job; I love what I do, and I’m very good at it. Plus, the economy makes it hard to find something comparable. I’m just miserable each day and want some ideas for how to make life more bearable.

-In Love with the Boss Dear In Love: To summarize: You say you are in love with him, he’s an incredible jerk, and you do not want to quit your job. Well, there’s a very simple fix: Just fall out of love with him.

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It’s not going to be easy. You have maintained your affection for this person, despite his obvious disregard for your feelings, so I’d conclude that willpower is your strong suit. But if you refuse to take yourself out of the same situation that generated these feelings, you are going to have to redirect that determination toward keeping safe from harm. I’d start with blinders and earplugs at the office.

If those efforts don’t appeal to you, please consider finding someone to talk to about why you fell in love with him in the first place. What does the unavailable, manipulative boss-figure represent to you? Is your unrequited fantasy powerful enough to override all your natural, self-care impulses? You are reaching out in an advice column, which shows some sense of self-advocacy, but I know you can be more effective. A friend, a family member, a therapist; just make sure the person is able to hold the mirror tightly so you can truly see the impact of your decisions.

Stacy Notaras Murphy is a licensed professional counselor and certified Imago Relationship therapist practicing at the Imago Center of DC in Georgetown. www.therapygeorgetown.com.

This column is meant for entertainment only, and should not be considered a substitute for professional counseling. Please send your relationship questions to stacy@georgetowner.com.

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FAIRMONT TREE LIGHTING On Dec. 2, The Fairmont Washington D.C. held its 7th annual tree lighting ceremony, benefiting Toys for Tots. Master of Ceremonies WTOP’s Bob Madigan introduced Brendan Walsh of Coca-Cola, which has donated over $125,000 to Toys for Tots. He presented a $15,000 check to the DC Chapter. The U.S. Marine Corps Reserves Color Guard trooped the colors. Bob pulled the switch, lighting the Christmas tree and crystal garden. Families enjoyed entertainment by the Georgetown Visitation – Madrigals, photo ops with Santa and Rudolph and holiday treats. A highlight was Executive Pastry Chef Aron Weber and his team’s gingerbread display, “Santa’s Workshop at the North Pole,” which took 150 hours to construct and contains 40 pounds of flour and 100 eggs. --Mary Bird

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‘Tis the season of festive gatherings, and the ‘elves’ of The RitzCarlton, Georgetown are busy preparing the hotel to welcome visitors during this most wonderful time of the year with an array of exciting holiday happenings.

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With the winter holidays upon us, you may be looking for an exceptional private event space for your seasonal entertaining. Fahrenheit, the hotel’s signature restaurant, reflects a warm yet contemporary theme and is an ideal venue for a special holiday event. Exposed steel beams and original red brick walls frame massive silk-draped windows that survey the towering Chimney Stack, the city’s most unique private dining room with a sky light. Our dining and event specialists will work closely with you to customize your holiday soiree so it’s just the way you want it.

For those welcoming out of town guests, we have a sizzling holiday package offering just for you. Make your holiday list and check it twice, then arrive at The Ritz-Carlton, Georgetown for a weekend of being Naughty AND Nice. Jump start this tantalizing weekend on a “naughty” note by playing hookey on Friday and enjoy an early check in. Spend the day shopping in historic Georgetown while working up an appetite for a decadent evening filled with a seven course tasting menu including wine pairings in the hotel’s signature restaurant, Fahrenheit, topped off with a private s’more

making lesson. End this most pleasurable getaway on a “nice” note with a donation to the hotel’s community partner, Everybody Wins, a national children’s literacy and mentoring nonprofit proven to build the skills and love of reading among low-income elementary students.

Our popular Boutique Spa has added luxurious new treatments to make you party-ready. The Alpha Beta Peel and the organic Cucumber Scrub will enhance your skin and leave it restored and rejuvenated. The Blueberry Detox Anti-Aging Organic Facial, swathes your skin in fresh Blueberries, Blackberries, Raspberries, and Pineapples, all high in antioxidants for an instant natural lift and the added benefit of reducing fine lines and wrinkles.

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RAMW HOLIDAY BASH The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) got a jump on the holidays with a “bash” at Lima Restaurant & Lounge on Nov. 30. Lima went all out with a delicious cold buffet, sliders and a fabulous rendition of the Peruvian staple, ceviche, featuring the freshest ever salmon.

Established in 1920, RAMW represents and promotes the foodservice industry in the Washington Metropolitan area through education, government relations, and socio-professional activities. It counts over 650 members and is the voice of establishments ranging from casual eateries to internationally acclaimed fine dining restaurants. --Mary Bird

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The fifth-annual Georgetown Jingle, a holiday event that has raised over $1.3 million for Georgetown Hospital’s Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplantation Program and Childhood Cancer Survivorship Program, invited the media for a Dec. 2 peek at this year’s ten holiday-themed trees and vignettes, which will highlight the Dec. 12 event. Designers and themes include David Herchik of JDS Designs “The Living Tree” and Susan Donelson/Sharon Bubenhofer of Cleveland Hall Design Bark, “The Herald Angels Sing.” The family-friendly event is hosted by the Four Seasons Hotel, JDS Designs and The Washington Design Center. --Mary Bird

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NEW PRICE! Quintessential brick Georgetown row house with 2 bedrooms + study in superb location on lovely East Village block. Sunlit living room; dining room with fireplace opens to charming, very private garden. $999,000

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Charming, light-filled home with 3 fireplaces, large living spaces, 2/3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and terrific patio and garden. 3 levels + attic and basement for storage. Near Rose Park. In need of your TLC! $875,000

202-243-1635 202-243-1634

Beautiful 2 bedroom, 1 bath home in the heart of Georgetown boasts exquisite details throughout including custom cabinetry, high ceilings and recessed lighting. Renovated kitchen, updated bath, separate dining room and private rear patio. $830,000

202-256-2164

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32 December 8, 2010 GMG, Inc.

Charming 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath Carriage house on two levels with hardwood floors and high ceilings throughout. Features a renovated kitchen with granite countertops, a spacious loft-style bedroom with plenty of light and renovated full bath. $435,000

202-256-2164