Readers’ Worst Date Stories

Erika Ettin of A Little Nudge

On Tap asks, tell us about your Worst Date! I didn’t even go on the date: I met a 34-year-old male on Match.com. He seemed normal, until the red flags: he didn’t have any friends; he kept calling me gorgeous even though we’d never met. Despite this, I was going to have dinner with him…. read more »

Breaching Success: Henry V at Folger Shakespeare

Photo by Scott Suchman

Often called “the war play”, Henry V is fourth in a tetralogy of history plays by Shakespeare. While war is the central action, the underlying theme is that of a young man becoming a leader and assuming the responsibilities that entails.    As Henry comes to power, his country is torn apart by civil unrest… read more »

Meet DC’s QuizMasters

Casey Dagnall

DC is a city known for its intellect…and we take it very seriously. At least until the 3rd round when your mind is clouded by nachos and light beer, and the hosts are teasing you for missing a question about the first President. Introducing, DC’s Trivia hosts! Are you ready to test your knowledge? Name: … read more »

Playtime in DC: Bar Games & Karaoke

Week 2 - Gender Benders

By Jean Schindler, Erika Primdahl, Kelsey Whited, Jeremy Muenz and Dustin Summers Bar activities have been around forever, and it’s easy to get tired of the staples. Here are a few places around DC that are mixing it up! Bar Games Penn Social: A Game-Lover’s Utopia Penn Social is a weekly merry-go-round of games, participatory… read more »

Booking Local: DC Professionals Share Their Bands to Watch

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DC’s music scene has gotten a bad rap over the years for being limited. Well, these professionals are here to tell you that the local scene is not deserving of the dissing! Booking agents from around the area share their bands to watch, and the shows you won’t want to miss! Empire Nightclub Tyler Greene… read more »

Dress to Impress this Halloween

Kay Wigs

October is here, which means it’s time to put some thought into that ever-important Halloween costume. It takes a little planning to complete the perfect costume so after you spend hours scouring the internet, movies, and even commercials for ideas, On Tap is here to help you put it together. We’ve compiled a list of… read more »

Kings of the Keg – Dixie Liquor: Keg Provider Extraordinaire

Courtesy of Dixie Liquors

By Kelsey Whited and Nick Hardt As the heat of summer breezes into the chill of fall, Washingtonians gear up for football season. That means getting ready for tailgates! In order to have the perfect tailgate (which is a tailgate with a good supply of beer), head to Dixie Liquor. Dixie Liquor offers domestic kegs,… read more »

Cicerone Certification: Bringing a Benchmark to Beer

Michael Peck

Wine education has been a longstanding tradition. The name sommelier, when used properly, carries a lot of weight in the wine world. In the beer world, there has never really been an equivalent. The term beer sommelier is used often but without any real authenticity attached. Fret no more, beer aficionados! There is finally a… read more »

Where to Watch the Games: 2012 Football Guide

Beat Dallas

Are you ready for some football? From now ‘til February football fans will be flocking to their nearest watering hole for wings, brews and all the football  they can handle.  Whether you’re catching a college or pro game or extending your weekend for Monday Night Football, you’ll want to know where to go.  On Tap… read more »

Man Up! The Man Issue

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  Looking Good: Not Just A Woman's Concern Anymore By Chris Silva and Marcus Dowling Men’s fashion has morphed over the years; men have become more concerned with their outward appearance and grooming has become commonplace. This means no nose and ear hair jutting out wildly; wearing appropriately fitted clothing; and being well-kempt in those… read more »