DC Area Nightlife, Entertainment and Recreation
If you haven’t yet made plans for a scenic trip to the Blue Ridge Mountains, no need to worry…the Blue Ridge Mountains are coming to you (well, a little taste of them anyway). Last week, Devils Backbone Brewing Co. in Roseland kicked off the draft roll-out of their exquisite Vienna Lager, Eight Point IPA and… read more »
On Tap reached out to area rec leagues to ask them who their key players were – their athletes of the year, their most promising rookies, and those all-around good guys who display the best sportsmanship. Without further ado, here are those players, the ones their teammates said are tops. Want to get involved in… read more »
Tired of dinner and a movie? Ready to break out of the same old routine? Take a look at our list of activities for some fresh ideas! It’s a new year and time for a new dating repertoire! Below we’ve got a diverse list of activities for you and your special someone. Following several of… read more »
Powder puff. The words bring to mind images of sugary confections and soft fluffy things. Tell that to these dedicated, hard working young women. Now in its seventh year, Blondes vs. Brunettes DC has raised over $350,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter. Motivated by personal experience, philanthropy and maybe a little love… read more »
Question: what is the origin of the word “trivia?” Answer: The English word “trivia” may have been borrowed in the 15th century from the Latin “trivialis”, the possessive form of “trivium”, or “crossroad” (literally “three roads”). A meeting place of three roads, a street corner, was a popular place for commoners to spend time having… read more »
On Tap takes a look at four local and touring bands each month. If you are interested in being featured, please send your CD along with contact information, including your website and a list of upcoming shows to On Tap Magazine, Attention: Four Play, 25 Dove St. Alexandria, VA 22314. By Michael Coleman and on… read more »
In recent years, there has been negativity in the Washington, DC music scene. Perhaps this can be attributed to the rampant stupidity of over-privileged, leather-faced housewives on our television sets, the popularity of brooding, pretty-boy frontmen in modern “alternative” music and constant Capitol Hill drama. With this much negative energy running through our brains, it’s… read more »
