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The DC Traveler

Archive for May 2007

May 16th, 2007

A Couple More New Blogs Join the b5media Travel & Culture Channel

A quick welcome to two new b5media blogs and bloggers that just joined the Travel & Culture channel.
Over at Sirened, Alex reports on national news, politics and “dirty politics, cleaned”. He’ll keep us up to date on both major and less covered news and have some fun along the way. Check out his categories and [...]

By Jon -- 0 comments

May 16th, 2007

A Sporting Quiz

Here’s a dozen sports-related terms. Can you identify the sports associated with each one?
Batting average, skier, bowler, chin music, double hat trick, floater, pitch, innings, strike, off sides, pinch hitter and slider.
Your answers probably included baseball, golf, skiing, bowling, hockey, football and perhaps a couple other sports.
Now name the one sport all these terms apply [...]

By Jon -- 2 comments

May 15th, 2007

An Interesting Version of The Who’s “My Generation”

In February on The DC Traveler, I wrote a post about the classic rock band, The Who, coming to DC for a performance in March.
I just found this fun video of The Who’s My Generation, performed by an “interesting” cover band called The Zimmers and though I’d share it with you.

They are reportedly the oldest [...]

By Jon -- 2 comments

May 15th, 2007

Reston Fine Arts Festival - May 19 & 20

With five music performances daily and over 185 artists displaying and selling their crafts, the Reston Fine Arts Festival is a great place for an art lover to stroll and spend a summer afternoon.

Artist media include jewelry, paintings, ceramics, fiber, clothing, wood, furniture, glass, photos and more.
Reston Fine Art Festival
Reston Town Center
11900 Market Street
Reston, [...]

By Jon -- 1 comment

May 14th, 2007

The Taste of Arlington - Sunday, May 20th

Arlington restaurants such as La Tasca, Lebanese Taverna, Mexicali Blues, Wasbi and others will participate in the 20th annual Taste of Arlington. Along with food from 30-40 restaurants, expect some local entertainment (bands and dance performances) as well as fun activities for the kids.

The Taste of Arlington
4238 Wilson Blvd., next to Balston Commons Mall
Arlington, [...]

By Jon -- 0 comments

May 13th, 2007

Happy Mother’s Day

To my Mom (the best Mom in the world) and to all Mothers,
Happy Mother’s Day!!

President Woodrow Wilson declared the first national Mother’s Day in 1914. It was designated as a day for all Americans to display the U.S. flag to honor mothers whose sons had died in the First World War. Since then, it has [...]

By Jon -- 0 comments

May 12th, 2007

New Travel Blog Goes Live - The Chicago Traveler

We have another new travel blog that just launched. This one is based out of one of my favorite cities - Chicago.
Matt is writing about all things happening in The Windy City, over at The Chicago Traveler .
He already has some great dining recommendations and activities posted. So check it out!!
For those of you that [...]

By Jon -- 1 comment

May 12th, 2007

WNBA Mystics Season Opener

The Washington Mystics of the WNBA tip off their 10th season with a home opener on Saturday against their conference rival, Connecticut Sun.
Last season, the Mystics ended the season in 4th place in the Eastern Conference with 18 wins and 16 losses and a 13-4 home record. The Mystics play 17 home games this season. [...]

By Jon -- 1 comment

May 11th, 2007

East West Dance - Free Preformance May 16th

Dana Tai Soon Burgess dance company has received acclaim with its synthesis of Eastern and Western aesthetics and movements.
Just before leaving on a tour of Egypt, they are presenting a free performance of “In the Works” at the Atlas Performing Arts Center.

Dana Tai Soon Burgess & Company
Atlas Performing Arts Center
1333 H Street, NE
Washington, DC [...]

By Jon -- 0 comments

May 11th, 2007

Gwen Stefani at Nissan Pavilion

Pop icon Gwen Stefani, former singer from No Doubt will perform at Nissan Pavalion. The Hollaback Girl might need to holla at her opening act, Akon, because Verizon Wireless just pulled her $1.5+ million concert affiliation and sponsorship, media sources report.
She’ll perform with Akon, who was at the center of the sponsorship issue. He was video [...]

By Jon -- 1 comment