Wolf Trap brought the Louisiana culture to Virginia with Chicken Gumbo, Cajun Crawfish Boil, original artists Marcia Ball, Steve Riley & The Mamou Playboys, and more! Photos by Adrianne Morris.
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The 2013 Beer, Bourbon and BBQ tour took place at National Harbor with 40 Bourbons and 60 Beers, live music, tasting classes, and Pig Pickin! Photos by Team T & A Baum and by Gary Utley.
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The 23rd Annual Taste of Reston took place at Reston Town Center with live music, carnival and Wine and Dine area. Photos by Erika Primdahl
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Artinsights Animation & Film Art Gallery (www.artinsights.com) in Reston VA celebrated the opening of their "Marvel Vs. DC: The Art of the Superhero" collection with a Live DJ and prizes for best dressed superhero character, A portion of the proceeds from June 7 art sales were donated to the Mark Hulkower/Chris4Life Colon Cancer Foundation. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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On Tap Magazine and Starr Hill hosted a bus trip to Wolf Trap to see Widespread Panic. Photos by Nick Hardt
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On Tap Magazine kicked off the summer "Guinness And" promotion at Ireland's Four Courts with trivia questions testing patrons knowledge of Guinness beer combinations. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Following a performance of A Winter's Tale, The Shakespeare Theatre Company hosted a Young Professionals happy hour at the Lansburgh Theatre on June 5, 2013. Guests enjoyed wine and beer while mingling and participating in a scavenger hunt in the theater. Photos by Annie Savercool.
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The Round House Theatre in Bethesda hosted a reception following the evenings performance of "Becky Shaw," where audience members mingled with the performance's actors and other creative artists. Judging from the standing ovation at the end of the performance, and comments of audience members, it was a rousing success. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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The 32nd Annual Vintage Virginia Food and Wine Festival was held at Bull Run Special Events Center with over two dozen food trucks and the Commonwealth's best wine. Photos by Erika Primdahl
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Destination Races hosted the Third Annual Half Marathon at Doukenie Winery with 3,000 runners from all over the country, followed by a wine and music festival at the Winery. Photos by Katie Krieger
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James Hoban's at Dupont Circle hosted its Paddy'O Party Saturday afternoon and evening. Various drink specials helped usher in the summer season. Photographs by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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It was a hot & sunny day for the Grand Opening of Trilogy NoMa on Q Street on Saturday - complete with food truck, DJ and a nice block party. Many came out to sample the many fine and lovely amenities offered at Trilogy, taking dips in the pool, enjoying free wine, beer and tours of some gorgeous open units. There was even a drawing for a brand new Vespa! Bonus! Photos © Erika Horn http://www.coZmiKphotography.com for OnTap Magazine
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Belvedere Vodka hosted an official Fall Out Boy After Party at Eden Nightclub. Pete Wentz performed a DJ set live on the roof. Photos by Erika Primdahl
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After the Corona tailgate at Fedex Field, On Tap photographer Shelly Coates made her way down to sandbar for some close-up photos of Kenny Chesney's performance. Photos by Shelly Coates
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Adrianne Morris, Managing Editor of On Tap Magazine, joined Corona for a special meet and greet with Kenny Chesney before the show at Fedex Field. Photos by Adrianne Morris
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Corona and On Tap Magazine hosted a tailgate at the Kenny Chesney No Shoes Nation Tour at Fedex Field with food and beverages. Photos by Katie Krieger
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On Tap celebrated our Year of Beer series with a summer sampling at Velocity Five. Photos by Katie Krieger.
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This launch comes just in time for the tubing and picnic season so now fans of Sam Adams can enjoy their favorite beers in cans, also patrons of the H Street Country Club participated in a hole-in-one contest on the 2nd floor, home to the areas only indoor mini golf course. Photos and write up by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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WMZQ Fest 2013 was held at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, VA on Saturday May 18th. Local DMV radio station 98.7 WMZQ hosted the annual concert event which headlined AMC nominated country music star Luke Bryan. Photos by Kerry Thompson.
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Soundbites was held at 9:30 Club benefiting DC Central Kitchen. Restaurants including the Hamilton, Orzo and Campo were among the many tastings throughout the day. Kid Congo and the Razz performed along with other bands. Bartending competitions lead to fun drama and amazing cocktails! Photos © Erika Horn http://www.coZmiKphotography.com for OnTap Magazine
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Over 40 Arlington restaurants participated in this years event showcasing their specialties while Barefoot Wine & Bubbly supplied the VIP Champagne Pavilion. This year's charity beneficiary is the AFAC (Arlington Food Assistance Center) which is a community-based non-profit that provides supplemental groceries to Arlingtonians in need. Photos and write up by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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The 2013 Oyster and BBQ Throwdown at 3 Stars Brewing celebrated the beginning of summer with beer samples and food from Rappahannock River Oyster Co., Smoke and Barrel and many more. Photos by Erika Primdahl.
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Bite of DC, an outdoor food festival featuring several DC area establishments, was hosted at Yards Park. Participating restaurants included Rogue 24, Jaleo, Cedar, Luke's Lobster, and Windows Catering. Photos by Marisa Harriston.
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Clydes of Columbia held the 3rd Annual Craft Beer Festival outside by the lake featuring craft beers from your favorite Mid Atlantic breweries and live music from Whitehouse Effect. Photos by Katie Krieger
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Oxbow won the 138th Annual Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course. As usual, the big party took place at InfieldFest featuring the Pitbull, Chevelle, Macklemore and Ryan Lewis, Afrojack, Florida-Georgia Line and Kristen and The Noise as well as the Beer Garden and Mug Club. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The 138th Annual Preakness Stakes took place at Pimlico in Baltimore. Featured performances included Pitbull, Florida Georgia Line, Chevelle, and Macklemore. Photos by Adrianne Morris.
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To celebrate American Craft Beer Week, founding craft beer revolution breweries; Anchor Steam, Harpoon, Samuel Adams and Sierra Nevada, broke down the best beats from the 80's all night at Bier Baron in Dupont Circle. Photos by Erika Primdahl.
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From Foodies to the average grubbers, thousands with appetites came out to the annual gourmet food fest at the National Zoo - ZooFari! Over 100 restaurants participated and all the noshers enjoyed live music, food and drink on a perfect evening filled with wondrous aromas and tastes. Photos © Erika V Horn http://www.coZmiKphotography.com for OnTap Magazine
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The Shakespeare Theatre's Young Professionals Network and On Tap held another in their series of successful happy hours at the Sidney Harman Theatre before Wednesday night's performance of Coriolanus. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Which Wich, originating in Texas, will be open for business on May 20, 2013 in Arlington, VA. To gear up for the grand opening, Which Wich held a preview party with samples of sandwiches, cookies, milkshakes, and champagne. Photos by Katie Krieger
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DC Lottery hosted Day at the Derby where guests played life-like horse racing game as a prelude to the 138th Preakness at Pimlico, which takes place this coming weekend. Photos courtesy of DC Lottery.
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Before putting away the sombreros for the summer hundreds took part in I Heart Bar Crawls’ Fiesta Del Stroll through some of the finest bars in the Verizon Center area and partied at the after-party at Penn Social with DJ’s Pat Premier & DJ Flounder. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Joe Bachman and his band visited from Nashville and rocked the house at the Miller Lite Scoreboard Walk Bar before the Nats took on the Cubs for a win.
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On Tap Magazine and Arlington Rooftop hosted a happy hour on their new patio with complimentary appetizer's and beer from Kona.
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Shakespeare Theatre Company and On Tap hosted another fun Young Professionals Night at Sidney Harman Hall. The attendees enjoyed Henry Weinhard's Ale and Robert Mondavi wine at the special pre-show party prior to the performance. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Crystal City Sports Pub and Guinness hosted the Firefighters Appreciation and Fundraiser. All proceeds went to the D.C. Firefighters Burn Foundation. Photos by Katie Krieger
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The DC101 Chili Cook-Off is an annual rock concert sponsored by radio station WWDC (FM) and is one of the biggest music festivals in Washington DC featuring a full day of live entertainment. Performances included Soundgarden, Awolnation, Silversun Pickups, Capital Cities, Beware of Darkness and RDGLDGRN. Proceeds from the DC101 Chili Cook-Off support the National Kidney Foundation’s programs in research, patient services, education and organ donation awareness. Photos by Kerry Thompson
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Guests enjoyed the spring season at the 6th annual National Harbor Food and Wine Festival, celebrating with world-renowned chefs, wine tastings, and live music. Photos by Team T & A Baum.
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Mad Rose celebrated Sunday Funday in Espanol including the great party you’ve come to expect at Mad Rose along with thumping music from DJ Yez. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Trust for the National Mall a(501)c3 company celebrated The Fifth Anniversary Ball On the Mall in a grand fashion to help raise money to maintain the National Mall, Hundreds of DC residents and businesspeople gathered for a night under the stars for this good cause. Photos and write up by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Austin Grill capped its Cinco de Mayo celebration with the give-away of a Harley Davidson. Though the bike was on display at Austin Grill's Silver Spring location, it had made its way through all four locations during the course of the promotion leading up to the announcement of the winner. Though the winner may not have been in Silver Spring, that didn't dampen the spirits of those who came out either to learn the results, or enjoy the Cinco de Mayo festivities. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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On Tap Magazine hosted DC's funniest Cinco de Mayo event. Chihuahua lovers united for the annual Running of the Chihuahuas at Kastles Stadium on the Southwest Waterfront in DC. Money raised at the event will be used to help Paws of Southwest build a dog park. Photos by Kelcie Glass
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Great Grapes Wine and Food Festival came to Reston Town Center on April 27-28 with samples from wineries all over Virginia, music and food. Photos by Katie Krieger
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Proud Washington Capitals fans attended the Caps On Tap Bar Tour with $2 Bud Light and Budweiser specials all afternoon, beginning at Lucky Strike. Photos by Justin Acklen
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Lost Rhino Brewing held what may have been the first of a new annual spring festival Saturday afternoon. Great weather greeted a good crowd that enjoyed, among other festivities, oysters, grilled chicken, live music and, of course, some great beer. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Red Frog Promotions hosted the Great Urban Race with clues and challenges throughout Washington D.C. Photos by Katie Krieger
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The Miller Scoreboard Walk at Nationals Park is the spot to be at for live music, food, and drinks before and during the Nats games.
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Blackfinn is excited to announce the opening of their new location in Merrifield, VA. The celebration began on April 24 with food, drinks, and raffle prizes.
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Long time runner Adam Siple of DC created the Run for Boston Memorial event to honor, remember, and support those affected in the Boston Marathon. Hundreds of runners ran 4.09 miles around downtown DC through the National Mall and then convened at the Renaissance in Penn Quarter for happy hour. Photos by Katie Krieger
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Rocklands kicks off the 2013 patio season with a special event to benefit Doorways for Women and Families by smoking a whole pig, roasting oysters on the grill and tapping a nice cold keg. Photos by Nick Hardt
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Lindy Promotions hosted an 80's prom night to remember at Blackfinn DC with live 80's cover band, Hair Raid, and drink specials from Coors Light, Blue Moon, and Bacardi. Photos by Katie Krieger
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Naeem and ManJeet, the owners of the Mad Rose Tavern in Clarendon were very proud to celebrate the 2 yr anniversary with special guest DJ LC and their latest addition of General Manager Giovanni Quintana. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Jeff Hancock and his crew from DC Brau celebrated their 2 year anniversary by throwing a grand party at Meridian Pint in DC. While dining on the epicurean style of Meridians Executive Chef David Shewmaker patrons enjoyed their favorite DC Brau beers. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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The Cherry Blossom Festival Parade dominated Constitution Avenue with floats, dancers, marching bands, and celebrity guests. Photos: Katie Krieger
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Lindy Promotions hosted the 4th annual Cap City Bar Golf throughout 11 different bars in Dupont. While enjoying Coors and Blue Moon, bar hoppers participated in various mini-golf challenges to compete for cash prizes. Photos: Katie Krieger
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The local professional football team held its final tryouts for its well known cheerleading squad Saturday afternoon at the State Theater in Falls Church. A full house was on hand to watch the intense competition among the final competitors, selected from over 300 who initially tried out for the squad. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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The Fit DC launch party was held in the spacious outdoor patio of Velocity 5 in Arlington. Founder & CEO C.J. Cross introduced the world to "Fit DC", an incredible new way fitness seekers alike can connect to help reach fitness goals. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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The 1st Annual Spring Bock Festival showcased a wide selection of Bock beers from 15 local breweries such as Mad Fox, Abita, Blue Mt., DC Brau, Devils Backbone, and Duck Rabbit just to name a few and live music from Mr. Willem Dicke. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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The Washington Nationals opened the 2013 season with a 2-0 victory over the Miami Marlins! A sold-out crowd enjoyed a beautiful day at Nationals Park including a free pre-game concert by Scott's New Band at the Miller Scoreboard Walk Bar. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Mad Rose Tavern was filled to capacity with a standing room only audience when famed rapper Sisqo took to the stage. Of course, he did his chart topping "Thong Song" and many others as fans danced and cheered him on. Before and after the headliner performed "The Party Boy" Chris Styles kept the house jumping with his awesome 90's music mix. Photos and writeup by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Corona Light, The Jimmy V Foundation and On Tap teamed up for the Corona Light Shoot & Score competition during the NCAA Tournament to raise money for cancer research and to raise the competition level amongst friends. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Old Glory in Georgetown hosted a Sam Adams Beer Dinner with special guest, Jim Koch, founder of Boston Beer Company. The lucky group was treated to a five-course dinner and beer pairing along with fine cigars from Georgetown Tobacco. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Lupulin Reunulin, created by Dave Alexander, brings in the top craft brewers from all over the nation to RFD for an educational beer tasting event. Photos: Katie Krieger
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The National Cherry Blossom Festival, Inc. a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization (dedicated to promoting the beauty of nature and international friendship) hosted the Seventh Annual "Pink Tie Party" fundraiser at the Renaissance Washington DC Downtown Hotel. This years event brought out celebrity's from the kitchen to the gridiron, in attendance were Chef Lorena Garcia, Chef Huda and Pierre Garcon of the Washington Redskins. Local restaurants catering the event kept in the spirit of the cause and went all out in preparing their signature dishes and drinks for guests. Photos and writeup by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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It was that time again for green beer, green hair, leprechauns and Rock-n-Roll at Shamrock Fest 2013! All Photos ©2013 Erika V Horn/Cozmik Photography for OnTap Magazine *Bands please contact Erika at http://www.coZmiKphotography.com for photo usage. Do not take images from this gallery.
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The Hottest St. Patrick's Day Festival in the country takes place each March at RFK Stadium, again this year it lived up to that reputation! It was a sea of green as thousands took in great music from Sublime with Rome, Fighting Jamesons, DJ Skribble, Chris Styles, BT, over 40 bands & DJs on 9 stages. Photos: Gary Utley, & Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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The smell of Guinness was thick at Fado last Sunday night for the rescheduled Perfect Pint contest - many came to pour, more came to drink! Photos by Erika Horn http://www.coZmiKphotography.com for OnTap Magazine
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Hundreds unleashed their inner leprechaun with 8 of Ireland's finest whiskeys at 8 of the Dupont area’s best venues during the DC Whiskey Walk. Photos: Courtesy of DC Whiskey Walk
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A Thousand plus patrons converged on Clarendon this past Saturday to get their Green On at "The Shamrock Crawl", This Yuengling sponsored event included 9 bars and one lucky pizza joint to refuel it's masses. Photos and writeup by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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The house was packed on Friday night for the final 3 bands competing in the Hard Rock Rising Battle of the Bands at Hard Rock Cafe DC - Sin 4 Sin, Shade Parade and Against Grace battled it out big time and everyone brought their A-game and a ton of their fans! Cheers to Against Grace for advancing the the next round! ROCK ON. Photos & write up by Erika V. Horn http://www.coZmiKphotography.com for OnTap Magazine
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Bilbo Baggins in Old Town Alexandria hosted a Goose Island Beer Tasting, featuring nine of the brewery's finest craft beers and three tapas courses. Greg Barrett from Goose Island Brewery in Chicago was on hand to describe each of the beers and answer questions. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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The annual signature event of the National Kidney Foundation attracted a diverse group of guests from the business, medical and philanthropic communities in the Washington, DC region and raised funds and awareness for kidney disease. Photos: Adrianne Morris
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The DC Metro Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation held their 9th Annual Brewer's Ball at The National Building Museum to raise awareness and donations to help fund CF research. Guests were treated to a wide array of the region's best handcrafted micro-beers & food pairings along with live music by The Congress on March 2, 2012 in Washington, DC. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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Hundreds of DC’s Irish-loving, beer-drinkers kicked off the St. Paddy's Day season and turned Midtown green during Lindy Promotions’ 12th Annual Leprechaun Lap. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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It was a COLD Saturday morning at Nationals Park Saturday for the several dozen runners that made the cut out of over 300 applicants to try out for the coveted spot of being one of the famous running Presidents. The lucky contestants were chosen randomly in threes to suit up anonymously and run as either George Washington, Abe Lincoln or Thomas Jefferson. They each had to endure a 40-yard dash timing and 2 races around the track, being extra careful not to bobble over onto the grass - a few bobbles and falls were taken in stride! After their rigorous run, each applicant was subjected to a proper interview with a panel and sent home to wait. What a cool experience! Photos & write up by Erika V. Horn http://www.coZmiKphotography.com for OnTap Magazine
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Heineken held the U.S. launch party for their new “Star Bottle” at Tony and Joe’s on The Waterfront in Georgetown. Photos: Carissa Cyran and Derrick Brazier
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DC Shorts Film Festival hosted this official Oscar® Experience at the UN Navy Memorial auditorium. Dispensing with formalities it was a modern pajama party. Brooke Ryan and Aly Jacobs of Mix 107.3's Jack Diamond Morning Show welcomed guests, many of whom wore Snuggies handed out to VIP pass holders. Guests enjoyed the broadcast on a giant 2-story HD screen in addition to an array of drinks and food. Photos: Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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American Tap Room held a Walk The Red Carpet Oscars Viewing Party at their Clarendon location to watch the awards and celebrate Hollywood’s Biggest Night. Photos: Regina Spatarella & Derrick Brazier
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On Tap held a sampling of new seasonal and new beer releases at Arlington Rooftop Bar and Grill including Devils Backbone Dark Abbey, Starr Hill Saison, Redhook Mudslinger, Shock Top Honey Crisp, Kona Koko Brown, Widmer Columbia Common, Becks Sapphire, and Bud Black Crown. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Shakespeare Theatre Company and On Tap hosted another fun Young Professionals Night at Lansburgh Theatre. The attendees enjoyed Redd’s Apple Ale and Mark West wine at the special post-party after Hughie. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The night started off at The Irish Channel gifting patrons with Guinness and showing them a great new way to locate and rate their favorite/new Guinness carrying pubs via www.thepubfinder.com. We also hit Fado, Irish Times, Molly Malone's, Star & Shamrock for The Great Guinness Toast. Photos: Sinic Staton Photography LLC, Derrick Brazier, & Adrianne Morris.
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Rumors was the site of the 12th annual Bourbon Street Bash sponsored by Lindy Promotions, featuring authentic New Orleans food, drink specials, a Cajun hot wings eating contest, and live funk brass band Higher Hands. Of course beads and masks also were on hand for this Fat Tuesday celebration. Photographs by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Ahh, sucking the head of a crawfish on Fat Tuesday, along with some good beer - what could be better? Gobbling down a whole bag of crawdaddies with lots of beer and being a winner! Hot-n-Juicy Crawfish in Woodley Park held their annual Fat Tuesday Crawfsh Challenge, and crowned a new winner this year with much beadage - messy fun for everyone. Photos & write up by Erika V. Horn http://www.coZmiKphotography.com for OnTap Magazine
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Fat Tuesday fell on a Saturday with HiBall's always-awesome Mardi Gras Madness party at Penn Social, complete with babes, beads, bass and booze! DJ Pat Premier kept the party pumping all night long, heeyyy! Photos & write up by Erika Horn http://www.coZmiKphotography.com for OnTap Magazine
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Thousands turned Midtown pink during the Cupid's Bar Crawl sponsored by Yuengling. Photos and writeup by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Throngs of scantly clad participants took over the streets of Washington DC for the annual "Cupids Undie Run" to benefit the Children's Tumor Foundation, the pre and post events at the Pour House & Capitol Lounge were packed with excited participants. Spirits ran high throughout the event that ended with a host of awards being handed out, If this is not already on your bucket list it should be because it's Awesome! Photos and writeup by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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On Tap and Tsingtao Beer celebrated the Chinese New Year with the 2013 Year of the Snake Chinatown Challenge at Penn Social, Asia Nine, Asia Spice, Ping Pong Dim Sum, RFD, and Fado. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Wine enthusiasts and foodies gathered inside the Ronald Reagan Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center to shake off the chill outside. Attendees at The International Wine and Food Festival were able to roam the room, try some diverse wines, listen to music, and nibble on cheese and hummus. Wines were well represented from the West Coast, Italy, France, and a few closer to home. Photos: Nicole Pearo Taylor
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The 5th Street Ace Hardware in DC held their Third Annual Ladies’ Night. It was a fun night of expert do-it-yourself workshops from everything from painting, to using a drill, to fixing a flat tire, to unclogging a drain along with gift bags cupcakes, and wine. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Sara Stanton the winner of Redhook's $250 bar tab at The Light Horse Restaurant was excited to pick up her prize, in my brief conversation with her she was in disbelief she actually won but has come to terms with her new found bar wealth and is actively building her list of friends to return and help spend this lovely gift on her favorite RedHook beer and Light Horse gourmet food. Photos and writeup by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Famed MTV DJ Skribble blessed The Mad Rose Tavern with his skill behind the wheels of Steele to a packed house, I got a chance to sit and talk with DJ Skribble before things kicked off and he shared some of his experiences as a DJ through the years as well as his photographic work, the stories were funny and his photo work was very impressive, I have to say he is very easy to talk to and down to earth. The entire evening everybody was buzzing with excitement either from winning tickets to an up coming Washington Capitals game, or the fact it was Thursday and DJ Skribble was in the house, or how awesome the food was at The Mad Rose Tavern. For me it was all of the above, and if you get a chance to stop in The Mad Rose Tavern for dinner try the Pan Roasted Duck Breast, it was awesome. Photos and writeup by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Velocity 5 In Arlington held a Wizards Viewing Party for the game against the 76ers including free tickets, games and prizes including a John Wall autographed jersey along with an appearance by the Wizards Girls. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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King Giant, with Kingsnake, & Fire Faithful played to a full house at the Empire nightclub in Springfield, VA. Photos and writeup by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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It's January, so what could be more appropriate than hitting the driving range, in summer swimwear and boots, for a bit of partying and fundraising fun for Blessings in a Backpack, a new volunteer run program that provides food for underprivileged children that they take home from school for the weekend. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com (with an assist from Sam - thanks Sam).
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Though spring training is still weeks away, the Washington Nationals gave dedicated fans a teaser for the upcoming season with Nats Fest at the Washington Convention Center. Players, autographs, photo ops, batting cages, Q&A sessions and the introduction of the latest addition to the Racing Presidents (hint: he was the next president after Teddy) were just some of the activities at this packed event. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com .
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Another fun Dress to Get Laid party at Bottom Line with tons of drink specials, free Miller Lites from the Miller Girls and great tunes on a cold winter night. Photos by Erika V Horn http://www.coZmiKphotography.com
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The Washington Wine Academy held their second annual 1K Beer Walk during which the walkers got to sample nearly 50 beers from such breweries Starr Hill, Sam Adams, Devils Backbone, New Belgium, Yeungling, Port City, and Ommegang as they strolled through the Shops at Crystal City. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Redhook Brewing is introducing their new beer, Audible, to DC area football fans during the NFL Playoffs. On Tap was along to challenge fans to see who is the biggest fan and to give away great prizes. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Washington Wine Academy held their third annual 1K Wine Walk during which the walkers got to sample dozens of wines and sample cheeses and breads as they strolled along the Shops at Crystal City. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The 3rd Annual DC Tattoo Expo presented by Exposed Tatto & Baller, INC., Thousands attended this annual event showcasing the latest in Tattoo culture and techniques, Hundreds more signed up to have ink done at the event by some of the worlds best tattoo artists (Such as Shane O'Neill, Alexis Kovacs and Marshall Bennett). Photos and writeup by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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DC Rollergirls held its first doubleheader of 2013 at the DC Armory, as the Cherry Blossom Bombshells defeated the DC DemonCats, and the Majority Whips almost broke the years-long winning streak of Scare Force One. The crowd also was treated to a belly-dancing performance between the matches. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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The annual International Motorcycle show came to the Washington Convention Center this past weekend, bringing everything and anything moto - bikes, gear, freebies, contests and food. All major dealers showcased their models, custom and line, to an enthusiastic moto crowd. Photos & write-up by Erika V Horn http://www.coZmiKphotography.com
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Shakespeare Theatre Company and On Tap hosted a Young Professionals Night at Sidney Harman Hall. The attendees enjoyed Blue Moon beer and Thorny Rose wine at a special pre-show party prior to Midsummer Night’s Dream. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Uuuh-huh! What better way to celebrate The King's birthday than with a fight club! Outrageous characters, rock 'em sock 'em bouts, sprinkled with some Burly-Q, Elvis and Kitty Glitter as your hosts and bam! you have a fabulous night of Elvis Fight Club. Fans donned Elvis shades and imbibed good beer to watch the spectacle on Friday night at H Street Playhouse & had a blast. Photos & write-up by Erika V Horn www.coZmiKphotography.com
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DC’s annual Downtown Countdown went down at the Washington Hilton complete with premiere open bar, full dinner buffets, DJs, comedians, live music by GROUPLOVE, G. LOVE & SPECIAL SAUCE, and more Photos: Katie Krieger
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United Social Sports hosted the NYE DC Social at Penn Social. Partiers enjoyed games, contests, and the balloon drop at midnight! Photos: Derrick Brazier
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HiBall Events & Party DC put on their annual "Big Night DC New Year’s Extravaganza" at the Gaylord National Resort at National Harbor. This mega party consisted of 15 party themed areas with wall to wall open bars, catered buffets, Dj's and other live artists throughout the evening, Over 9,000 people rang in the New Year together with a Champagne toast at Midnight. Photos and writeup by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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The 2012 Military Bowl presented by Northrop Grumann featured the San Jose State Spartans against the Bowling Green Falcons with San Jose State winning the game 29-20. Thousands of fans enjoyed the Military Village and tailgate prior to the game. Photos: Adrianne Morris
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Lucky’s Sports Theatre and Grill held a Wizards Viewing Party for the game against the Magic including games and prizes including a Bradley Beal signed ball along with an appearance by the Wizards Girls. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The 2012 Zinzi Christmas Party took place at the Grand Hyatt Washington where hundreds drank, ate and danced the night away (seriously, the entire night) all in the name of charity. Photos: Nick Hardt
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Many local beer connoisseurs along with 16 great regional craft Brewmasters came together at RFD for their winter beer tasting on Wednesday night. Breweries included Lost Rhino, Sweetwater, Mad Fox, Devils Backbone, District Chophouse, Brewers Alley, White Marsh, Union Craft, Vintage 50, Rock Bottom, Gordon Biersch, Dog Brewing, DuClaw, Heavy Seas, 3 Stars, and Port City. Photos/Write up by Erika Horn http://www.coZmiKphotography.com for OnTap
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Every Avenue hit Empire Music Venue and Nightclub in Springfield along with Set It Off, Conditions, and Car Party. Photos: Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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The Bungalow in Shirlington hosted a Redskins Rally with an appearance by the Redskins cheerleaders, prizes, autographed calendars, and raffles including game tickets and t-shirts. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Hundreds of Santas, elves, reindeer, and other costumed people hit the streets to take part in the Snow Day Bar Crawl in midtown DC. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Arlington Rooftop Bar & Grill hosted Samuel Adams Beer Dinner featuring exclusive holiday beers and a delicious five-course meal. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Crystal City Sports Pub takes a bus to all Redskins home games. The Ravens visited to take on the Redskins, the Redskins won the game in 31-28 in overtime. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Batch 19 celebrated the anniversary of the repeal of Prohibition at Mad Rose Tavern with the reappearance of old time beer prices, free prizes and growlers full of pre-prohibition style beer. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Hidden Creek Apartment Homes in Gaithersburg hosted their first Winter Wonderland Holiday Party! The fun night featured signature cocktails, food, beer, wine, music from DJ St. Nick. Boxes of new toys for Toys for Tots were gathered to help brighten the holidays for children in need and the attendees won great prizes including concert and sports tickets, and restaurant certificates from Santa and his helpers. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Shakespeare Theatre Company and On Tap hosted a Young Professionals Night at Sidney Harman Hall. The attendees enjoyed Blue Moon beer and Thorny Rose wine at a special pre-show party prior to Midsummer Night’s Dream. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Party people in Bethesda took out the ugly Christmas sweaters that their Grandmas bought them and took part in the Lindy Promotions’ Winter Bar Tour throughout ten bars in Bethesda. Photos: Katie Krieger
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If you had a list for Santa, he was out at the DC Santa Bar Crawl on Saturday night, enjoying drink specials and good times at many downtown bars with all his twin brothers and elves. HoHoHo!! Photos & write up by Erika Horn http://www.coZmiKphotography.com
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Tacky Christmas sweaters flooded the bars around M Street and Dupont Circle last Saturday for the Christmas Crawl. Drink specials and Bogo doughnuts and tacky sweaters, oh my! Photos & write up by Erika Horn http:www.coZmiKphotography.com
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On Tap and House of Shandy Beer Company held the inaugural Mustache Madness party at Mad Rose Tavern. There were great prizes, raffles, contests, and The Static live on stage to raise funds to battle cancer. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The most spacious Matchox in DC held the preview party for their new location on 14th Street. Diners were treated to great food, wine and beer and got to get a look at the unique design features. Photos: Nicole Pearo Taylor
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A-Town Bar and Grill held a Wizards Viewing Party including games, prizes and an appearance by the Wizards Girls. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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At the Brew and Bourbon Classic over 60 beers and bourbons were poured trackside as the Thoroughbred races unfolded on the track at Laurel Park. Photos: Erika Primdahl
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Hundreds of facial-hair fans adorned in mustaches supported a great cause by crawling around the Ballston area and tasting the various beer flavors at twelve bars. Photos: Katie Krieger
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The Miller Lite girls hit Public Bar Tenley and celebrated 'Beersgiving' by giving away all kinds of gifts including T-shirts and beer. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Carpenter's Shelter held their 2nd Annual Run For Shelter in Old Town Alexandria to raise funds to help end homelessness in the DC area. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Whitlow's on Wilson was the site of the Peroni Party Friday night. Peroni was on tap, along with some tasty appetizers. The Peroni girls were there to help encourage everyone to enjoy the party. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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20-somethings and 30-somethings singles came out to dance and mingle Friday night at Lost Society on U Street. Love connections were definitely made! Photos by Erika Horn http://www.coZmiKphotography.com
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The participants of the D.C. Beerathon spent their day enjoying as many of the 26 premium and craft beers at 26 bars they could handle. Hundreds of beer lovers visited new places and made new friends along the way. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Metropolitan Cooking and Entertaining Show filled the Walter E. Washington Convention Center with mouthwatering, culinary mastery. The show featured dozens of specialty food companies, caterers, party planners, personal chefs, kitchen planners, local chef demonstrations as well as appearances by such stars as Paula Deen, Carla Hall, Michael Symon, Giada De Laurentiis, Jacques Pepin, Tom Colicchio, and more. Photos: Erika Primdahl
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Mad Fox Brewing held their First Annual Cask Ale Festival in the Market Patio Square which showcased 17 regional and house-brewed cask conditioned ales along with oysters and grilled barbecue. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Shakespeare Theatre Company and On Tap hosted another fun Young Professionals Night at Lansburgh Theatre for The Government Inspector with a post-show happy hour including mingling with the cast members, complimentary Smirnoff Vodka cocktails and Ravens Wood wines. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Thousands of costumed partiers joined in DC's largest roaming Halloween party, the 13th Annual Nightmare on M Street presented by Lindy Promotions. Photos: Erika Primdahl
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Gals & Ghouls in costumes of everything imaginable were wall-to-wall at HiBall's monster Halloween event, the Monster Bash at Penn Social (formerly Riot Act) last Saturday night. From super creative get ups like Mitt Romney and his Women Binders to the staple "sexy pirate/bunny/witch/vamp/whatever" complete with very little material and fishnet stockings - you name it, it was there and gettin' down. Awesome 80's tunes were delivered by Reflex and everyone did the Monster Bash Mash! By Erika Horn www.coZmiKphotography.com
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Young Professionals Supporting the Arts, Club 66 at Wolf Trap, hosted Rocktoberfete at The Barns at Wolf Trap. The party consisted of live music from Honor by August, dancing, hors d'oeuvres, open bar, and a silent auction to support Wolf Trap Foundation Education Programs. Photos and writeup by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Sam Adams Oktoberfest presented the extravagant Jeff Keiling designed Track of Terror at Laurel Park with two haunted houses, $1000 costume contest, and dance party. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Thursday evening the stage was set for the introduction of Silver Spring's Premiere luxury apartment living space, SOLAIRE. Many came out to enjoy the food and drinks, but mostly to take a nice long peek at the beautiful rooms and areas which delivered on sophistication, spectacular views and amenities as well as Eco-consciousness. Music provided by locals, Nayas, set the tropical mood by the pool while Sierra Nevada quenched guests' thirst on the roof deck as they enjoyed the sunset. Photos & write up by Erika V. Horn www.coZmiKphotography.com
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Washington Property Company and Bozzuto Management held a Grand Opening Celebration for their beautiful, new Solaire Metro Apartments in Silver Spring complete with food from the neighborhood restaurants, poolside music by Nayas, wine, beer, art displays, and film. Photos: Erika Horn and Derrick Brazier
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StreetWise Partners hosted the 5th Annual Taste of Success at the Carnegie Institution for Science which brought together over 400 business professionals to experience the region’s best foof, beer, wine, and spirits. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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The NoVa Fall BrewFest at Bull Run Park in Centreville is a great way to kick-off fall! Each October beer lovers gather at the festival to meet brewers and sample beers from over 50 breweries while listening to many talented area bands. Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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On Tap teamed up with Widmer Brothers Brewing Company and King Street Cats for a Haunted Halloween Scavenger Hunt in the streets of Old Town Alexandria. Over 30 teams competed for cash prizes decked out in their most ghoulish attire. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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D.C.'s Finest Young Professionals Recognition Reception benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation was held at the NRECA Center Ballroom in Arlington. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Hundreds of beer lovers gathered for the Guinness Believer events at the Long View Gallery in DC. Guests sampled Stout, Foreign Extra and Black, and learned about pouring a perfect pint and the legendary 9,000 year lease on the Guinness Brewery.
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The Washington Wizards hosted a season tip-off open practice at the Patriot Center including appearances by Wale, the Wizard Girls, G-Man, the Secret Service Dunk Team and the GMU band including player introductions, giveaways and various contests. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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It was once again time to come out for an entire weekend of food, music by local and international artists, and food-fueled fun & festivities at the annual Taste of DC event on Penn Ave. this past Saturday. Restaurants as well as food trucks from all over the area lined up on Restaurant Row to serve their unique fare to thousands of hungry Tasters. I do mean thousands! Photos & write up by Erika V Horn www.coZmiKphotography.com
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Some of the guys and ghouls from On Tap set up a booth at Taste of DC to get people in the mood for Halloween and the Track of Terror Haunted Racetrack and Party at Laurel Park on Friday, October 26th. www.trackofterror.com Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Virtue Feed and Grain help their first annual Oktoberfest in Wales Alley including lots of live music, sausages, sauerkraut, oysters, beer and a Sam Adams stein hoist competition. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Capitol City Brewing Co. held the 13th annual Mid-Atlantic Oktoberfest at their Shirlington location. It is the largest Oktoberfest beer festival in Northern Virginia with 70+ breweries, an authentic German band and authentic Oktoberfest food. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Thousands enjoyed Oktoberfest at Reston Town Center with traditional German food, wine, beer, live music, and carnival. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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The Widmer Brothers brought their Craft to the Longview Gallery this past Wednesday night. Beer lovers and art lovers alike joined in an extravaganza of beer tasting, wonderful food pairings, music and art, as well as some brewing lessons behind the gallery. Cheers! Photos and write up by Erika Horn www.coZmiKphotography.com
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On Tap took two buses loaded with VT fans (and a few Cincinnati fans) to FedEx Field after a pre-party hosted at First Down Sports Bar. The Bearcats pulled out a last-second win over the Hokies. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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On Fridays throughout the summer The Yards Park is hosting a series of free concerts. People can relax on the river with friends and family and enjoy beer and wine from ChurchKey and Planet Wine, and food from Frank by Red Apron, Buzz Bakery, and more. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Bungalow Sports Grill held their finale silent auction to their fundraising campaign benefitting the Georgetown University Hospital for Breast Cancer Research and Reconstructive Surgery. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Dog lovers and beer lovers alike came together to sample craft beers at a pup-friendly beer garden put together in Crystal City by the Washington Wine Academy and Animal Rescue. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Clarendon Day 2012 took place in the streets around the Clarendon Metro with local music on two stages, food from area restaurants, arts and crafts, fitness classes and more. Photos: Stephanie Wesolowski - www.swesolowskiphoto.com
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"Show me your wiener!" - dog, that is! Dachshund lovers and owners alike came out to kick off Oktoberfest with the Wiener 500 Race on Saturday at the SW Waterfront Wharf. The cuteness was deafening as people showed off their wiener's costumes and cheered on their little runners. Photos and write up by ERika Horn www.coZmiKphotography.com
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The Miller Scoreboard Walk Bar is the place to be prior to Nationals games. Get to the games early for the big pre-game party live music and $5 beer specials from 4:30-7pm. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Melting Pot in Arlington held a four-course Devils Backbone Beer Dinner hosted by a Devils Backbone Brewmaster and Melting Pot MVPs. Photos: Stephanie Wesolowski - www.swesolowskiphoto.com
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The Front Page in Arlington held a DC United Happy Hour with Modelo Especial specials and they also gave away prizes including two tickets to the Corona Party Deck and a Beach Cruiser. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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During the hot days of summer be on the lookout for TWISTED THURSDAYS at Nationals Park during which you can get a FREE sample of cold Twisted Tea from Sam Adams. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Party DC and On Tap brought young professionals to the Virginia Wine Festival at Great Meadow in Virginia, just outside of DC to the largest wine festival in Virginia, featuring wine tastings from 60 Virginia wineries, gourmet food samples, seminars, concerts, arts and crafts and more. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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It was a beautiful day for a (6) block party at the annual H Street Festival! With literally thousands in attendance, fest-goers were loving the uber-abundance of eclectic and very unique artists, vendors, food, music and circus-like street shows from their relative seats at one of the many restaurants with side walk patios and rooftops or walking around. From face-painting, to real Bier Gartens, to cars decked out with various pieces of art, to random dancing in the street, the H Street Fest has easily established itself as one of the best in DC! Photos and write up by Erika V Horn www.coZmiKphotography.com
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Gordon Biersch unveiled its Oktoberfest seasonal, the robust, hoppy, amber Festbier, at the DC location with a tapping party. Festbier is available through October. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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It was that time again for DC's longest-running and most-beloved community festival: Adams Morgan Day, now in it's amazing 34th year! The community came out in more ways than one, coming together to help support the fest with donations, a Causes campaign and a real grass-roots effort to keep the festival free for everyone to enjoy. Grammy-nominated artists as well as local faves graced the stages at AMD this year, and the streets were packed with noshers, art connoisseurs, various colorful vendors and dancers alike - all there for what turned out to be a beautiful sunny day at Adams Morgan Day! Photos & write up by ERika V Horn www.cozmikphotography.com
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The Congress entertains the crowd at The Fillmore in Silver Spring, in support of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
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The DC Shorts Film Festival celebrated its opening weekend under the stars with a roof deck party at Carroll Square in downtown Washington. Photographs by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Crystal City Sports Pub celebrated the start of the NFL season with The King’s Annual NFL Kick-Off Party during which each team is represented by at least one jersey wearing fan! Photos: Derrick Brazier
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On Tap celebrated a rare, real blue moon at Local 16 on U Street in DC. The attendees were able to sample Blue Moon flavored gelato provided by Dolci Gelati, drink Blue Moon beer, and paint the Blue Moon Mural. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Funky Fresh Foodie Fest took place at the Half Street Fairgrounds and included an all-inclusive gourmet food truck and craft beer pairing, karaoke invitational, DC Trucky Award announcements, and Judo Chop live on stage. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The cold rain outside didn't stop the party inside Bottom Line, where summer was still getting everyone hot & bothered, with free Bacardi shots from the hot Bacardi Girls and hot summer tunes on the turntables. Oh and sexy bartenders in bikinis helped keep everyone warm too. Photos & write up by Erika Horn www.cozmikphotography.com
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Friday Night Live! Is a free outdoor concert each Friday night on the Town Green in Herndon featuring various bands from all over the East Coast. Photos: Erika Primdahl
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Visitors from The House of Shandy introduced Nationals fans to the Curious Traveler, their invigorating lemon shandy, with free samples prior to the Nats beating the Braves. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Fans gather for musician Alan Jackson performance at Wolf Trap's Filene Center on August 19, 2012 just outside of Washington, DC in Vienna, VA. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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It was another rocking show in the NatsLive Post-Game Concert Series! Third Eye Blind took to the stage with their multi-platinum song list at Nationals Park after the Nats took on the Mets. Photos: John Kennedy and Cathy DiToro - jfrancisphotography.carbonmade.com
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The Chesapeake Crab & Beer Festival was an All-You-Care-To-Taste extravaganza with over 40,000 crabs, over 50 beers and wines along with live music at The National Harbor. Photos: Tom Roth
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Tortoise & Hare celebrated its 5th Anniversary Saturday starting with a backlot BBQ in the afternoon. In the evening the festivities moved inside, with band Mayday Mayday (featuring Niki Barr) bringing a rousing end to the anniversary party. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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On Tap Magazine held our three annual tubing trips down the Shenandoah River outside of Front Royal.
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The Mid-Atlantic Band Battle VII went down at Jammin Java with DZD beating out Lightspeed Rescue, Western Affairs, and Flux 180 to take the crown. Photos: Lea Holland
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Bombay Sapphire and GQ teamed up for the DC area’s “Most Imaginative Bartender Contest” at Ozio. Winner Brennan Adams of A Bar at the Avenue Suites will go to Las Vegas to compete next. If he wins, it’s off to London for the finals! Photos: Todd Sacks and Adrianne Morris
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OnTap Magazine and Corona helped fans tailgate prior to the Brothers of the Sun 2012 concert featuring Jake Owen, Grace Potter, Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney at FedEx Field on Sunday, August 12, 2012. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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The annual CAN Softball Tournament got off to a rousing start on Saturday as alumni teams from more than 70 colleges and universities battled it out on the softball diamond. Between games there was plenty of camaraderie, games (other than softball) and good times. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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On Tap loaded up the party bus at Lounge 201 for a trip to check out local legends O.A.R and a great night of music at Merriweather Post Pavilion. Photos: Nick Hardt
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Sobe in Clarendon held the official Grand Opening of the Rock and Raw Bar with complimentary raw bar, great drink specials, and live music from Oren Polak. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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It was a full night of laughs and improv at the Howard Theater thanks to Scott Aukerman and the uber-funny guys of the Comedy Bang Bang tour. Photos by Erika V Horn www.cozmikphotography.com
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DC Brau Brewing Company’s brewmaster Jeff Hancock hosted a four-course beer dinner featuring The Citizen Belgian Style Pale Ale, The Corruption IPA, Penn Quarter Porter, and a Brewer’s Special Choice beers pair with some of the great food at Old Ebbitt Grill. Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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Hank’s Oyster Bar & Lounge held their First Annual Hula Hank’s Luau and people were able to feast on the suckling-pigs, grilled and raw oysters, chicken skewers, and a wide variety of cold, tiki-themed drinks. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Host-DC took a crew of party people aboard Virginia's Jewel for a three-hour cruise on The Potomac with DJ Sixth Sense and Chairman’s Reserve Rum. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Drink the District: Beer Edition was an outdoor festival in DC which included unlimited tastings of over 40 craft beers, ten of DC’s best food trucks, games, and live music all day. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The great summer of music continued when the Unity Tour 2012 with 311 and Slightly Stoopid rolled into Jiff Lube Live! Photos: John Kennedy
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On Tap departed Mad Rose Tavern and hit Jiffy Lube Live with a bus full of 311 and Slightly Stoopid fans to see the Summer Unity Tour. Photos: Nick Hardt
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The First Ladies of Football held their 2013 calendar release party at Pose Ultralounge in The National Harbor. Guests were treated to performances from the cheerleaders and fashion shows, they also were able to take pictures with the girls and get their calendar autographed. Photos: Nick Caracciolo
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The Miller Lite Girls played the ‘Identify The Famous Person’s Goofy Picture’ game with people at Mister Days in Clarendon and gave away tickets on the Miller Lite Party Deck to the winners! Photos: Derrick Brazier
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On Tap loaded a bus full of ‘90s music fans and headed from Fado Irish Pub in DC to Wolf Trap to check out the Summerland Tour with Everclear, Sugar Ray, Lit, Gin Blossoms, and Marcy Playground Photos: Nick Hardt
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Sugarland Performs At Jiffy Lube Live WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 22: Singer Jennifer Nettles and musician Kristian Bush of Sugarland perform at Jiffy Lube Live just outside of Washington, DC on July 22, 2012 in in Bristow, Virginia. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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On Tap sponsored the Arlington Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, sending teams of two through the streets of Ballston and Clarendon as they sought to solve clues, perform challenges, have fun and win prizes. The grand prize to the winning couple was a four-day/three night cruise for two on the Bud Light Port Paradise Cruise Ship. Photographs by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Another winning night at Nationals Stadium! First, the Nationals beat the Braves 5-2 and then The Wallflowers brought their Grammy winning, multi-platinum act to the stage to entertain the crowd. Photos: John Kennedy and Janine Draven - jfrancisphotography.carbonmade.com
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Despite a rainy Saturday afternoon, the inaugural DC Taste of Belgium at the Yards Park (along the waterfront near Nationals Stadium) celebrated the best of Belgium's beer, food, music and games. Photographs by Mark Van Bergh, markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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On Tap hosted a special "meet and greet" event with the Washington Kastles of World Team Tennis Friday night. Attendees enjoyed food provided by Cantina Marina, got to meet Coach Murphy Jensen, and watch the Kastles as they sought to extend their league-leading winning streak. All time woman's great Chris Evert also was at the match, a special guest of the Kastles. Photographs by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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It was a wild time on the water as DC Social Sports Club hosted its fourth annual Booze Cruise aboard the Matthew Hayes. Photos: Courtesy of DC Social Sports Club
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The 2nd Annual Foster’s Lobstapalooza took place at The National Harbor. It was an All-You-Care-To-Taste festival with thousands of lobsters, lots of beer and wine, live music and more. Photos: Adrianne Morris
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To celebrate their second year brewing great microbrews in Falls Church, Mad Fox held an all-day block party complete with beer tappings, live music, raffles, and a pig roast. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Vive le France! Beer, Baguettes and French Maids, oh my...the little rain shower didn't stop the party at L'Enfant Cafe or the maids from racing on Saturday for Bastille Day. Special guest DJ Lady Miss Kier strutted her fabulosity and skills on the turntables for the minions as the King and Marie Antoinette got their groove-on. Photos & write up by Erika V Horn www.cozmikphotography.com
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Over 20 of DC’s most popular food trucks took part in Truckeroo. The monthly food truck festival takes place at The Fairgrounds near Nationals Stadium and truck specialties range from lobster to BBQ to macaroni and cheese. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The legendary musical genius Roger Waters of Pink Floyd brought his behemoth sound and vision spectacle THE WALL to DC and blew everyone's mind yet again. After 3 decades since it's first inception, it is still labeled "The greatest Rock-n-Roll Concert of all time." Absolutely no arguments here. Photos and write up by Erika V Horn www.cozmikphotography.com
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This annual festival at the National Zoo featured some of the best brews from the DC area and beyond. The VIP area also featured some tasty samplings from area restaurants, including a liquid nitrogen fueled sorbet. Photographs by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Capitol City Brewing Company tapped their new brew, Rye IPA, at the Shirlington location. Of course, the Cap City in-house brewers were on hand to talk about the tasty Belgian Red with the beer lovers. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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It was an early Independence Day kickoff in Midtown and everyone was ready to beat the heat and celebrate in red white & blue for the Midtown Liberty Bar Tour (a.k.a. Crawl). The gang at Lindy Promotions picked a fantastic bunch of local "watering" holes and the patriotic vibes were flowing along with the drinks. Photos & write up by ERika V Horn www.cozmikphotography.com
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The Great American Festival celebrated America’s birthday at the National Harbor waterfront with live music featuring Eve 6, Ozomatli, The Dance Party, Lost in Paris, See-I, multiple DJs including Skratch & Sniff and Pat Premier along with a spectacular fireworks show above the water. Photos : John Kennedy and Lea Holland
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The Shakespeare Theatre Company and On Tap hosted yet another fun Young Professionals Night at Sidney Harman Hall for The Merry Wives of Windsor with a pre-show happy hour including complimentary Leinenkugel’s Summer Shandy beer and Primal Roots wines. Photos: Derrick Brazier and Nicole Geldart
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Another beautiful weekend with many brews, food, lots of sun, good tunes from Flow in the Dark, The Greenbeets, Shane Gamble and more. The Summer brewfest had local samplings of Lost Rhino, DC Brau, Port City and many other to choose from. Mark your calendars now for the Fall NOVA Brewfest Oct 21&22 at Bull Run. Photos by Lea Holland
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How does a trip to the beach, great outdoors, a music or sporting event sound? Join Corona and On Tap for a chance to ‘Find Your Beach' this summer. You could win a $2,500 travel voucher, go to www.ontaponline.com/beach for info. Photos: On Tap Staff
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The inaugural Alexandria Food & Wine Festival was held in the Carlyle District and introduced people to the numerous diverse restaurants of Alexandria as well as Virginia’s wineries and offered live entertainment, food and wine tasting, a food demonstration and restaurant competition. Photos: Erika Primdahl
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It was definitely a grilled meat-lover's paradise this past weekend at the 20th Annual Safeway BBQ Battle held on several blocks along Pennsylvania Ave. All the Big Grills came out to fire it up for the people, and the people were hungry! Scoffing down ribs, savory pulled pork BBQ and brisket while being entertained by some of the best bands in DC, it surely was a 2-belt-notch release day. Photos and write up by ERika V Horn www.cozmikphotography.com
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The Northern Virginia Summer BrewFest, an annual celebration of beer, took place at Morven Park in Leesburg with beers from over 50 breweries along with lots of food and live music as well. Photos: Lea Holland
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The Washington regional air guitar competition was held at the 9:30 Club Saturday night. A packed house watched 14 competitors (plus 4 "walk ons") vie to become the DC champion, who will move on to the national finals in Denver next month. A slot at the world championship in Finland awaits the US champion. The competition was tough, with several past regional winners and runners-up taking part. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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The National Building Museum was host to the Wine Enthusiast’s Toast of the Town which featured over 500 wines, spirits and beers along with food from over 35 elegant restaurants. Photos: Nicole Pearo Taylor
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"Location! Location! Location!" And a gorgeous new pool, grilling & chilling deck and party room were just a few of the upscale offerings at the grand opening of Rhode Island Row in NE. Just about the entire community came out to enjoy a summer evening of apartment tours, music, food and drinks provided by RIR, Carolina Kitchen and Windows Cafe, and beer from DC Brau. Photos: Erika V Horn - www.cozmikphotography.com
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It was beautiful weekend filled with beer sippin', bourbon tastin', music listenin', cigar smokin', and barbeque eatin' with over 40 Bourbons and over 60 Beers at the National Harbor. Photos: Erika Primdahl
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The Reston Town Center welcomed over 100,000 people to enjoy with the Live Music, Carnival, Family Fun Zone, and of course the great food at the Taste Of Reston 2012. Photos: Gary Utley
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BIKES AND BEER! Nothing quenches on a summer day like a cold craft beer after a little bike ride through the city in a hot costume - and there was plenty for all thanks to New Belgium's circus-esqueTour de Fat on Saturday down at Yards Park. Games, music, food, contests and unusual bikes to attempt riding. And did I mention beer? Photos: by Erika Horn - www.cozmikphotography.com
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The Golden Triangle Summer Concert Series heats up Downtown DC each Thursday afternoon with a free show held in Farragut Square Park after work from 5:30 to 7:30 as people can relax on a blanket with friends. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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On Tap held a happy-hour party with ice-cold Corona and tasty tacos at Cantina Marina to celebrate the unveiling of our 2012 Patio Guide. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Over 130 people were aboard the double-decker boat for the 20s & 30s Going Out Group’s cruise which included a 3 hour cruise/cocktail party with an open bar, appetizers, DJ, and a great view of DC's skyline. Photos: Andrew Sample
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DC showed its True Colors on Saturday at the annual PRIDE Parade. From politicians to Queens and Kings, the streets were alive with color, music, hot pants and LOVE. "Taste the Rainbow!" one parader shouted happily as he let his skittles fly into the crowd. That about said it all. Photos: Erika Horn - www.cozmikphotography.com
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The 30th year of Celebrate Fairfax! was hosted by Flava Flav at the Fairfax County Gov't Center with such acts as Pat Benatar, Digital Underground, Rob Base, DJ Kool, Young MC, and The Legwarmers. Photos: John Kennedy - jfrancisphotography.carbonmade.com
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The Air Force Cycling Classic Clarendon Cup is one of the nation’s premier professional bike races. Some of the world’s top cyclists tackle the 1km, five-turn course often at speeds in excess of 30 mph through the streets of Clarendon. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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RFD was the place to be if you love your American Craft Beers. The top luminaries and brewers from Sierra Nevada, Dogfish Head, Allagash, Mad Fox, GAR, Boulevard Brewing and others gathered to offer tastings and commentary on their craft brews. Photos: Erika V Horn - www.cozmikphotography.com
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Flying Dog and Pizzeria Paradiso teamed up to present an unusual beer and pizza dinner in Georgetown as part of SAVOR Beer Week DC. The dinner featured seven different brews and more than just pizza from the Paradiso ovens. Photographs by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Direct from Kansas City, Boulevard Brewing is beginning to introduce its "bottled conditioned" beers to the DC market. One of its brew masters was at Iron Horse as part of SAVOR Beer Week DC to help patrons enjoy and learn about a new beer in town. Photographs by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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The Shakespeare Theatre Company and On Tap hosted another fun Young Professionals Night at Lansburgh Theatre for The Servant of Two Masters with an after-show happy hour including complimentary Peroni beer and Ruffino wine. Photos: Derrick Brazier and Nicole Geldart
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Many of DC's young professionals gathered for the 31st Annual Vintage Virginia Wine Festival at Bull Run Regional Park to taste more than 300 Virginia Vintages from over 40 wineries while listening to live music. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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A great day at Nationals Stadium. A 2-0 win over the Braves and then three-time Grammy nominees Big & Rich hit the stage to entertain the crowd of over 40,000 to close out the day. Photos by John Kennedy and Zach Rader - jfrancisphotography.carbonmade.com
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The DC Lady Arm Wrestlers [D/CLAW] descended on the Kenneth H. Nash American Legion Post 8 on Capitol Hill to decide a regional champion to represent DC in the national championship. Amy Stackhouse beat Ms. Fire to win the spot and they raised $3,800 for the Aleethia Foundation . Photos: JD Kline - www.jdklinephoto.com
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Race fans enjoy the 137th Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course on May 19, 2012 in Baltimore, Maryland. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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MIX 107.3 hosted a private, exclusive breakfast-time performance with Train at the Gibson Guitar Showroom. The lucky listeners got an intimate show, meet the, and to take pictures with the band. Photos: Kathy Wilmot
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The Taste of Arlington once again transformed Ballston into a lively street festival, complete with food from over 40 local restaurants and great live bands. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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All kinds of the coolest DC folk, finest DC restaurants, celebs, mixologists and musicians came out to help support DC Central Kitchen at the SoundBites event at 9:30 Club on Sunday. The weather was awesome, the food was dee-lish and the music was kickin'. Good times for a good cause! Photos and write-up by Erika Horn www.cozmikphotography.com
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ThingsToDoDC.com hosted a Black Tie Gala at the Embassy Of Spain (former Ambassador’s Residence) featuring Spanish Food, Open Bar (including Sangria), Flamenco, Late Night dancing with DJ Vishal, Art, Diplomats, & More. Photos by Sinic Staton of Sinic Staton Photography, LLC | www.SinicStaton.com
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Zumba what? This is YALA, baby! And it's full of energy, sensuality and sweat - thanks to uber-hot celebrity instructor only known as "Laurent." The old Zanzibar club in SW opened its doors to many fitness enthusiasts and they were in for a treat. Healthy mocktails, good-for-you chips, hot bikini girls, aerial acrobatics, and even a Barry White impersonator opened the show for what will be the new hot fitness craze: YALA! Photos: Erika Horn www.cozmikphotography.com
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It was another great DC101 Chili Cook-Off with hot chili, cold beer, and great music. Photos: John Kennedy - jfrancisphotography.carbonmade.com
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Another successful DC101 Chili cookoff was enjoyed by all. Music, Chili, Beer, Wine and more with amazing sets byNeon Trees, AWOLNation, CAKE, Incubus Civil Twilight, The Airborne Toxic Event, and more. Photos: Lea Holland and Nicole Pearo Taylor
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It was a purdy day for Lindy Promotions Bethesda Spring Bar Tour - everyone including Caps fans and local athlete celebs came out to tour some of Bethesda's staple watering holes in the neighborhood and welcome Spring/Summer with liquid style. Photos: by Erika V Horn www.cozmikphotography.com
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The Atlas Performing Arts Center played host this weekend to Pasties & Popcorn, presented by DC Shorts. It was a blend of sexy short flicks, stripping chicks and sideshow tricks. Featuring DC Shorts' favorite sexy and titillating films, famed burlesque acts, and more. The photos here are the PG rated version of what transpired. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.com
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DC bars took to the lanes at Lucky Strike for On Tap and Newcastle Beer’s Bartender Bowling League with the team from Public Bar taking home the giant trophy beating teams from 18th Amendment, The Bottom Line, Buffalo Billiards, Fado Irish Pub, James Hoban’s, Rocket Bar and Whole Foods. Photos: Derrick Brazier and Amanda Bornarth
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The Perry Young Leadership Council hosted the 4th Annual Kentucky Derby Party at the Iron Horse Tap Room. It was an afternoon of southern-style mint juleps, free bars games, prizes, and a best Derby attire contest. Proceeds went to support the Perry School Community Services Center. Photos: Stephanie Wesolowski - www.swesolowskiphoto.com
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Curbside Cookoff, with the theme “Trucko de Mayo,” went down with over 40 food trucks and live music coinciding with the opening of the new Maloof Skate Park at RFK Stadium. Photos: JD Kline - www.jdklinephoto.com
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At the First Inaugural Running of the Chihuahuas at the 7th Street Landing every dog seemed like a chihuahua! Even the big rottweiler with his Corona armbands on. Tons of people and their little "Rens" came out to race, hang out, show off their doggie costumes and support the building of a new dog park in SW. A woofing good time! Photos: Erika Horn http://www.cozmikphotography.com
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James Hoban’s had an all-day Cinco de Mayo party on the patio with Los Empresarios and Sound System DJs. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Craft beer fans got a chance to meet and talk beer with the brewers of Devils Backbone at Pizzeria Paradiso in Old Town Alexandria during their Tap Takeover as 14 different beers were paired with the delicious pizzas. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Birchmere played host to Carpenter's Cook-Off during which 25 of Alexandria’s best restaurants shared samples of their finest food. In addition to the great food there were live bands and a silent auction with proceeds of over $87,000 going to benefit the efforts of Carpenter’s Shelter. Photos: Danielle Jean Photography - daniellejeanphotography.com
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Reston Town Center played host to the The 6th Annual Great Grapes! Wine, Art, & Music Festival as attendees uncorked the fun and were able to sip wines from over 200 great Virginia wines from over 20 Virginia wineries. Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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A rainy Saturday night did not dampen spirits at Mad Rose Tavern's Beach Party in Arlington, getting a jump start on the summer party season. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.com
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Coleman Powersports of Falls Church hosted a party at Café St. Ex in DC to unveil the new Ducati Panigale superbike. Italian beer was supplied by Peroni. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Jason Oliver, the Master Brewer of Devils Backbone, hosted a party at Galaxy Hut to introduce the Vienna Lager, Eight Point IPA, Belgian Congo Pale Ale, and a few other specialty brews from his new brewery. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Food Experiments National Tour, presented by Brooklyn Brewery, made its DC Stop at the Rock N Roll Hotel. Chefs incorporated the Chinese Takeout theme and showcased their creations to the voting audience and culinary judges Lauren DeSantis and Mary Kong. The Lucky Fortune Golden Mountain Palace Express Takeaway team will represent DC in the finals in Brooklyn. Photos: JD Kline - www.jdklinephoto.com
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The 2012 Cherry Blast, an art and music dance party, took place Saturday night at the Lighthouse in Anacostia. A 15,000 square foot warehouse was transformed into an extreme activation of space with light, visual art, dancers, music and art performances. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.com
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Rockland's Barbecue played host to this annual event, featuring great barbecue, oysters and a raffle with plenty of great prizes. It wasn't just the human patrons who enjoyed this fundraiser for Doorways, a community shelter and resource center for abused, homeless or at-risk women and families. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.com
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The Wizards held another fun Bar Tour at the bars in the Verizon Center area including RFD, Iron Horse Tap Room, Lucky Strike, Rocket Bar and The Greene Turtle. The package included a ticket to the game and $2 Budweiser product specials at the bars leading up to gametime. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Bugsy's Pizza Restaurant and Sports Bar held a fundraiser for the St. Baldrick's Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research. There was a silent auction in which items included Capitals jerseys & hockey sticks signed by the whole team, tickets to a Caps game for next season & more. Photos: John Kennedy - jfrancisphotography.carbonmade.com
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The Washington Nationals opened their promising 2012 season with a series with the Cincinnati Reds. Again this year, Miller Lite Party Nites, the big pre-game party, takes place at the Miller Scoreboard Walk Bar with live music and $5 beer specials from 4:30-7pm. For Opening Day on Thursday, Scott’s New Band welcomed the new season and on Friday Night, Station 1201 entertained the crowds before the game. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Shakespeare Theatre Company and On Tap hosted another Young Professionals Night at Sidney Harman Hall for Strange Interlude and a pre-show happy hour with complimentary Killian’s Irish Red beer and wine from The Dreaming Tree. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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"WE. ARE. PILLOW FIIIIIIIGHT!" was the battle cry of hundreds just before the pillows went flying on the Mall Saturday for National Pillow Fight Day. The searing random onslaught went on for almost a half an hour with kids, adults, tweens and even Abe Lincoln coming out to smash pillows. If more nations revered this awesome holiday I do believe the world would be a better place. Photos & write-up by Erika Horn www.cozmikphotography.com
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Mustached Americans walked in the "Million Mustache March" from the Capitol to the White House to support proposed legislation that would give a tax deduction for facial-hair grooming costs. This was followed by a post-party at Capitol City Brewing Company that featured a performance by the Flavor Savers. Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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The Wizards Girls hosted a viewing party at Grevey’s which included food and drink specials along with a raffle with great prizes such as game tickets and a John Wall autographed jersey. Photos: Aziza Bromfield
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The Opening Ceremony of the National Cherry Blossom Festival took place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. There was an impressive array performances including Sara Bareilles, MISIA, Hideki Togi with Iwao Furusawa, Children’s Chorus of Washington, Denyce Graves-Montgomery, The Washington Ballet, TAIKOPROJECT, Samurai Sword Soul, and CIRQUETACULAR. Photos: ImageLink Photography
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Corona, The Jimmy V Foundation and On Tap teamed up for the Corona Light Shoot & Score competition during the sweet-sixteen weekend with the winner scoring a trip for the NCAA Championship Weekend to New Orleans. Photos: Amanda Bornarth and Derrick Brazier
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DC’s biggest festival and the hottest St. Patrick's ShamrockFest ROCKED again this year as thousands took in the great music from Gavin DeGraw, Dropkick Murphy's, Carbon Leaf and over other 50 bands. Photos: John Kennedy - jfrancisphotography.carbonmade.com
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ShamrockFest 2012 brought a day full of music, friends, food, fun and green beer to RFK Stadium! Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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The day was wet and grey but that didn't stop the thousands of green-laden fest goers from coming out to drink lots o'beer, rock out to their fave local bands and take on a few rides at Shamrock Fest 2012. Good Green times!
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The rain, cold and wind could not keep these ShamrockFest 2012 party people away. Green attire filled the crowds who enjoyed beer,food and good drunken times. Numerous stages pumped out music from Dropkick Murphy's, Carbonleaf, two sets from Scythian and more. photos by Lea Holland and Mikael Petty
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The Sixth Annual Pink Tie Party kicked off the centennial celebration of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, commemorating the 100-year anniversary of the gift of trees from Tokyo to Washington, DC in 1912, The event was held at the at the Mayflower Renaissance hotel on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 in Washington, D.C. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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Guests were invited to celebrate the launch of a revolution in spirits. It was the Sidney Frank Importing Company’s return into the vodka category with the launch of AMERICAN HARVEST (made in the USA) in The Loft at The Hamilton from 5:30-7:30pm. Complimentary passed hors d'oeuvres and specialty American Harvest cocktails from top mixologist Todd Richman were served. The event was followed by a concert at Hamilton Live. Photos by Vithaya Photography.
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It's Vintage Darling, a boutique in Columbia Heights, was the location of the first Lady Bloggers Fashion & Beauty Social. Hosted by Dana, Sarea and Mika, the event featured mini makeovers, hordourves, wine, and discounts off any purchase of the unique items at the boutique. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.com
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The suburbs celebrated St. Patrick’s Day at O’Sullivan’s, RiRa, Ireland’s Four Courts, O’Connell’s, Murphy’s, Sine’, P. Brennan’s, and William Jeffrey’s from morning until deep into the night. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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St. Patty's Day at the Irish Channel in Chinatown included a traditional bagpiper to accompany the revelers. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.com
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St. Patty's Day at Kelly's Irish Times and some great weather made for a large crowd outside, in addition to the indoor festivities. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.com
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They got the party started early in Falls Church at 4P's! Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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St. Patty's Day at Fado featured some great music in addition to all the other normal festivities. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.com
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Lindy Promotions celebrated St. Paddy’s Day with an Irish-themed band, crazy contests, huge drink specials and more during the 13th Annual Shamrocks and Shenanigans at Rumors. Photos: Courtesy of Lindy Promotions
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St. Patty's Day at the Dubliner featured a surprise visit from President Obama. Unfortunately, our photographer arrived too late, so no Presidential photos, just the "ordinary folk." Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.com
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St. Patty's Day in DC rocked this year and it really rocked at the Suntrust Rock-n-Roll Marathon at RFK stadium! A bazillion people and a bazillion bands (well a couple thousand people and around 45 bands) came out to rock and run and just have a Lucky Charms kinda day. I think I saw a leprechaun or two, still looking for that pot o'gold though.... Photos by Erika V Horn www.coZmiKphotography.com
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The Shakespeare Theatre Company, On Tap, and Elli Benchmol and Iris Ho from LUPEC DC hosted another Young Professionals Night for Petrushka and an after-party with Smirnoff Vodka at Lansburgh Theatre. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Fado once again hosted their annual Perfect Pint Competition. Area bartenders competed while co-workers & fan clubs cheered them on. Contestants took their turns behind the Guinness Tap attempting the perfect pour. Photos: Aaron Baum
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The DC Lady Arm Wrestlers [D/CLAW] descended on the Kenneth H. Nash American Legion Post 8 on Capitol Hill to raise money to send DC children burned in fires to the DC Firefighters Burn Foundation's Children's Burn Camp. They raised $3,450.00. The competitors included Capitol Punishment, The Ohio Hacksaw, Bocce Balcoa, Ragin' Regan, Slamcakes & Chowda, Top Guns, Arlington County Firefighter/Medic Ms. Fire & DC Firefighter Eboni "The East End Eliminator" Robinson. Ms. Fire & The East End Eliminator battled in the finals, with Ms. Fire taking home the Golden Bicep. The next bout will be on June 2. Photos: Susan Whitney - www.susanwhitneyphotography.com and Derrick Brazier
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The Crystal City BID held the inaugural Crystal City Diamond Derby during which they transformed a parking garage into an arena for various bicycle competitions including bike polo, obstacle courses and open races as well as an open bar and music. Photos: Photos: Mark Van Bergh - www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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DC United kicked off the MLS season with a match against Sporting Kansas City and the fans got the party season started early with massive tailgating parties. Photos: Alfredo Flores - www.AlfredoFloresPhotography.com
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The Wizards held a Bar Tour prior to the game against Portland. The package included a ticket to the game against the Trail Blazers and $2 Budweiser product specials at Verizon Center bars including RFD, Lucky Strike, Iron Horse Tavern, Rocket Bar and The Greene Turtle. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Racers donned green shirts, skirts, hats and even a green bodysuit during the four-mile race along Wilson Boulevard in Clarendon. Of course afterward, the runners had to replenish their fluids with lots of Guinness at Ireland’s Four Courts. Photos: Mark Van Bergh - www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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58 teams are competing in Washington Improv Theater’s Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (F.I.S.T.). In this elimination-style competition the audience members decide who wins and moves on to the next round. Photos: Andrew Bossi
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Devil’s Backbone Head Brewer Jason Oliver and crew teamed up with Tuscarora Mill in Leesburg for a fantastic beer dinner. Photos: Jen Currie
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ArtJamz held the Dupont Studio Launch Sessions, an ongoing celebration of the opening of their new location. Photos: Anchyi Wei
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Hundreds of DC’s Irish-loving, beer-drinkers kicked off the St. Paddy's Day season and turned Midtown green during The 11th Annual Leprechaun Lap. Photos: Courtesy of Lindy Promotions
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The DC Metro Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation held their 8th Annual Brewer's Ball at Nationals Park, Stars & Stripes Club to raise awareness and donations to help fund CF research. Guests were treated to a wide array of the region's best handcrafted micro-beers & food pairings along with live music by The Congress on March 3, 2012 in Washington, DC. - All images can be seen at http://TDLphoto.com/BrewersBall - Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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The annual signature event of the National Kidney Foundation attracted a diverse group of guests from the business, medical and philanthropic communities in the Washington, DC region and raised funds and awareness for kidney disease. Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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The Chesapeake Oyster & Beer Festival at the National Harbor was an All-You-Care-To-Taste extravaganza complete with thousands of oysters from various locations around the world that were raw, steamed, roasted, Rockerfellered and paired with over 40 different beers, wines and spirits. Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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Bozzuto Management celebrated the grand re-opening of The Paramount Luxury Apartments in Crystal City with on open house with food from Jaleo and beverages from the Washington Wine Academy. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Hot N Juicy Crawfish in Woodley Park celebrated Fat Tuesday with a crawfish eating contest. The contestants dug in to see who would be the quickest to finish one pound. Onlookers enjoyed their crawfish at a more leisurely pace. Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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Lindy Promotions held their Bourbon Street Bash to celebrate Mardi Gras at Rumors featuring Fat Tuesday drink specials and authentic New Orleans food, music by Lethal Peanut and a hot wing eating contest for great prizes. Photos: Mark Van Bergh - www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Abita, Louisiana’s native beer let the good times roll in DC on Fat Tuesday with a group of partiers on the Abita Mardi Gras Party Bus. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Morganettes hit Penn Quarter Sports Tavern, Rocket Bar, and Redline spreading the spirit of Life, Love, and Loot while giving away free Captain Morgan and Caps tickets! Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Riot Act Comedy Theater hosted another On Tap Comedy Night with the hilarious, world famous Judy Gold. Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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Rocklands Barbeque had a Caps Viewing Party and Rocked The Red by giving away lots of free prizes. Photos: Nick Hardt
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On Saturday, February 18, 2012, over 500 people at came together at the 7th Annual "Chance for Life" Charity Event at the City Tavern Club in Washington, DC, for an evening of poker, wine and dancing to raise money to help find a cure for pediatric spinal cord cancer. Photos by Tim Lundin | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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The Great Guinness Toast is made up of Guinness drinkers across the country trying to break the record for the largest simultaneous toast. The toast continues to grow and breaks its own record each and every year. Each year the participants gain entrance into one of Arthur Guinness' other select clubs; The Guinness Book of World Records. Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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Readers sent in stories reliving their worst dates, so of course we had to have a party to drown those sorrows! We held our Worst Date Happy Hour at Gordon Biersch and left those dating faux pas in the past. Photos: Nick Hardt
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The Shakespeare Theatre Company and On Tap hosted another Young Professionals Night for The Two Gentlemen of Verona and an after-party with Peroni and Blue Moon beer at Lansburgh Theatre. Photos: Amanda Bornarth and Derrick Brazier
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Capitol City Brewing Company unveiled two new beers, Saison and Vanilla Porter, by hosting a special Valentine’s Tapping Party at their DC Location. Photos: Matt Hagan and Nick Hardt
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On a frigid Saturday afternoon hundreds of scantily-clad participants packed into The Pour House on Cap Hill to take part in Cupid's Undie Run. This annual event is where people raise funds, then run in their undies and other fun apparel to benefit the Children's Tumor Foundation. Photos: Eli Center
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Lindy Promotions held their ‘LINDY 500: DC Limo Scavenger Hunt’ in which teams of ten piled into limos and roamed DC searching for clues, visiting landmarks, solving puzzles & answering trivia. Photos: Mark Van Bergh - www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Chinatown was the crawling area for Cupid’s Crooked Arrow Bar Crawl including Riot Act, Irish Channel, Redline, La Tasca, Austin Grill, Lucky Strike, The Greene Turtle, Iron Horse Taproom, and Rocket Bar. Photos: Stephanie Wesolowski - www.swesolowskiphoto.com
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Wine enthusiasts and foodies gathered inside the Ronald Reagan building to shake off the chill outside. The International Wine and Food Festival featured wines from as far as South Africa and as near at the Finger Lakes along with gourmet cuisine. Photos: Nicole Pearo
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United Social Sports and The Screaming Eagles hosted a bus trip full of snowtubers on a trip to Liberty Mountain for a day on the slopes. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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White Ford Bronco Acre 121 in Columbia Heights welcomed White Ford Bronco as part of their new weekly live music series. Photos: John Kennedy - http://jfrancisphotography.carbonmade.com
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The 9th Annual SOME Jr. Junior Gala took place at the Corcoran Gallery of Art. It was an evening of cocktails, dancing, and live music by the Blue Tips Rhythm Revue with proceeds benefitting So Others Might Eat’s Griffin House. Photos: Mark Van Bergh - www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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The 5th Street Ace Hardware in DC held their Second Annual Ladies’ Night. It was a fun night of expert do-it-yourself workshops from everything from painting, to using a drill, to fixing a flat tire, to spackling drywall along with gift bags cupcakes, and wine. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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On February 4th, 2012 at Nationals Park in Washington, DC, Luke’s Wings held its 4th annual runway fundraiser, Fashion Takes Flight. Guests enjoyed cocktails, and an exhibition of some of the District's finest threads modeled by our servicemen and women as part of our fourth anniversary celebration and their 2012 kick-off campaign. Photos by Tim Lundin | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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DC Shorts Film Festival and Riot Act Comedy Theater combined the media of film and live comedy for screenings of some of DC Shorts' funniest submissions along with some of the DC area’s brightest stand-up comedians. Photos: Eli Center
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The Second Annual Bootlegger’s Beer Dinner took place at Smith Commons during which they brought in five amazing out-of-market beers to pair with Chef Carlos Delgado’s gastronomic inventions for an interesting night of great brews, wonderful food and new friends. Photos: Alfredo Flores - http://www.AlfredoFloresPhotography.com
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On Tap and Tsingtao Beer celebrated the Chinese New Year with the Year of the Dragon Chinatown Challenge at Asia Nine, Ping Pong Dim Sum, Hooter’s, Irish Channel, RFD, Fado, Redline, and Asian Spice. Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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The Washington Nationals held tryouts for outgoing personalities, energetic athletes, gymnasts, dancers, cheerleaders, and promotional models to join The Nat Pack, their group of fan ambassadors. Photos: Mark Van Bergh - www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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The DC RollerGirls had another double-header at the DC Armory during which Scare Force One beat the Demon Cats and the Cherry Blossom Bombshells beat the Majority Whips, DCRG’s newest team Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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The Washington Wine Academy held their inaugural 1K Beer Walk during which the walkers got to sample more than 50 beers from such breweries Sam Adams, Spaten, Duvel, New Belgium, Yeungling and Ommegang as they strolled through the Shops at Crystal City. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Fans of the New York Giants flooded into The Bungalow to watch the Giants beat the 49ers in the NFC Championship Game. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Morganettes hit Front Page, Public Bar, Sign Of The Whale, and The Mighty Pint in DC to spread the spirit of Life, Love, and Loot while giving away free Captain Morgan and Caps tickets! Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Riot Act Comedy Theater hosted another On Tap Comedy Night with comedians Josh Blue, from NBC’s ‘Last Comic Standing’, Doug Powell, and Brian Parise. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Capitol City Brewing Company tapped the kegs of two of their own seasonals at the Shirlington location. Of course, the Cap City in-house brewers were on hand for the roll out of their Lil’ Black IPA and Waffle Brown Brews. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Beer lovers embraced their inner pyrate for a beer dinner hosted by Granville Moore’s chef Teddy Folkman and beverage director Matt LeBarron who collaborated with Heavy Seas’ firkenmeister to design a very special Black Cannon cask to accompany the dinner. Photos: Alfredo Flores - http://www.AlfredoFloresPhotography.com
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The Wizards held their first Bar Tour of the 2012 season. The package included a ticket to the game against Toronto and $2 Budweiser product specials at Verizon Center bars including Lucky Strike, Iron Horse Tavern, Penn Quarter Sports Tavern, RFD, Rocket Bar and The Greene Turtle. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Washington Wine Academy held their second annual 1K Wine Walk during which the walkers got to sample over 30 wines and sample cheeses and breads as they strolled along the Shops at Crystal City. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The wild Half-Pint Brawlers and Psycho Midget Wrestlers tour brought the mayhem you saw in Jackass 3D to Hard Times in Manassas. Photos: John Kennedy - http://jfrancisphotography.carbonmade.com
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The Second Annual DC Tattoo Expo which is the premiere tattoo lifestyle event in the area was host to thousands of tattoo enthusiasts. The event included a pin-up contest, vendors and of course live tattooing and body piercing. Photos: Lea Holland
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On Tap readers submitted their favorites in dozens of categories for our first Readers’ Choice issue, so of course we had to have a party to celebrate and took over Mad Rose Tavern’s backroom as our own party spot. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Beer lovers were treated to a five-course dinner paired with Bell’s rare and specialty brews - Black Note, Hopsoulution, Golden Rye, Oatmeal Stout and Raspberry Ale at RFD. Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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This second annual party offered “a little less conversation, a little more action,” as old-school heroes duked it out with subversive villains in radical home-grown costumes. Burlesque entertainers kept the crowd “all shook up” between rounds. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Shakespeare Theatre Company, Blue Moon beer, and On Tap hosted another fun Young Professionals Night including salsa lessons by DC Casineros prior to watching Much Ado About Nothing at Harman Hall. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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HiBall Events and Party DC put on the largest and most spectacular New Year’s Eve Party in the country throughout 15 party themed areas with over 7,000 people in the Gaylord National Hotel & Resort at National Harbor. Photos: Annie Foley
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DC’s annual Downtown Countdown went down at the Washington Hilton complete with 5 hour premiere open bar, full dinner buffets, & live music by THIRD EYE BLIND and THE DIRTY HEADS. Photos: Lea Holland
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The new Riot Act Comedy Theater hosted the On Tap DC Comedy Night with comedians Andy Hendrickson, Mike Shader and Lucas Bohn. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Capital City Brewing Company hosted a holiday keg tapping party featuring its new seasonal beer, Oak Aged Fuel brew, at its DC location including in-house brewers talking about the beer and answering questions. Photos: Mark Van Bergh - www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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The annual NFL Pajama Party went down at Crystal City Sports Pub, the overly comfortable fans won raffle prizes and giveaways for the best dressed fan. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse hosted another On Tap Comedy Night with featured comedian, Deon Cole. Photos: John Kennedy - http://jfrancisphotography.carbonmade.com
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The Wizards held their fan fest at Verizon Center which included an intra-squad scrimmage, performances by Wale, G-Man, and the Wizards Girls as well as a player autograph session Photos: Mark Van Bergh – www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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The Laughing Man Tavern had an Ugly Sweater Party and Contest, how did they decide which was ugliest!? Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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DC's largest holiday bar crawl took place in the Lower Dupont area as hundreds of revelers celebrated the season one bar at a time. Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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The Morganettes hit Rhino, Rugby, and Third Edition in Georgetown to spread the spirit of Life, Love, and Loot while giving away free Captain Morgan and Caps tickets! Photos: Derrick Brazier
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It is always a special event when one of the Top 100 Comics Of All Time hits the stage. The ‘Undercover Brother,’ Eddie Griffin held down two sold-out shows at Riot Act with opening act Antoine Blackman. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Shakespeare Theatre Company and On Tap hosted a Young Professionals Night at Sidney Harman Hall. The attendees enjoyed Blue Moon beer and dressing up in attire from the time-period prior to watching Much Ado About Nothing. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Lorenzo Alexander “ACES” Foundation hosted its 3rd Annual Celebrity Bowling Fundraiser at Lucky Strike. The event plays an active role in supporting youth through a silent auction while socializing with Redskin players and local celebrities during the bowling tourney. Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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The 2011 Zinzi Christmas Party benefiting the Saint Ann's Infant & Maternity Home took place on Sunday, December 4, 2011 at the Grand Hyatt in Washington, DC. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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Batch 19 celebrated the day that Prohibition was repealed at Mad Rose Tavern with throwback prices on growlers straight out of an old-fashioned, wooden keg complete with "We Want Beer" picket signs. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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It got really hairy as the annual DC Gala Parté to mark the end of Movember took over The Rock and Roll Hotel. Photos: Tracy and Aaron Baum
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Capital Yacht Charters celebrated the addition of Virginia’s Jewel into their fleet with a night of “Jazz on the Jewel” featuring Presidential Inaugural guitarist Kenney Holmes. Photo: Courtesy of Capital Yacht Charters
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RedRocks Pizzeria in Old Town hosted an intimate beer dinner featuring Port City beers paired with RedRocks pizzas. Port City Brewery founder Bill Butcher was on hand to showcase Monumental IPA, Essential Pale Ale, Porter, Optimal Wit, and of course, Tidings, which is Port City’s seasonal brew. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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HiBall Events held their legendary Thanksgiving Throwdown and blew the roof off the Clarendon Ballroom with DJ Chris Styles and DJ Flounder. Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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Crystal City Sports Pub takes a bus to all Redskins home games. The Cowboys visited to take on the Redskins and as always it was quite a scene. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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DC Social Sports Club protests sobriety with Occupy Ballston during its third annual Ballston Commons Mall Crawl. Participants stand united as the 0.08% while visiting Chevy's, Bailey's, Sushi Shiki, Rock Bottom, and Union Jack's. Photos: Courtesy DC Social Sports
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Heavy Seas Beer brought together bacon and beer lovers to salute nature's greatest food for a tasty day at the National Harbor including lots of bacon, beer, wine, and live music. Photos: Eli Center and John Brunson
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The 20s & 30s Going Out Group held a Scavenger Hunt at the National Postal Museum where members deciphered clues and solved riddles through numerous exhibits, collections, and artifacts. Photos: Mark Van Bergh – www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse hosted another On Tap Comedy Night with Brian Haner, Rob Maher, and Emily Ruskowski. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Front Page in Arlington held a Caps Viewing Party with Coors Light, Caps fans got to hang out with the Red Rockers, win free Caps prizes, and watch the Capitals take on the Predators. Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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Thunder Burger & Bar in Georgetown hosted a Unique 8-Course Collaboration Beer Dinner featuring Limited Released Beers from Dogfish Head and Samuel Adams including Savor Flowers in Washington, DC. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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World famous for the music of course, but the 9:30 Club also has a beer selection consisting of over 60 brews and finally (if only for a night) the suds took center stage. Photos: Joy Asico
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Just because there is no game does not mean there is not a reason to tailgate! Nittany Lion fans held a tailgate at Tortoise & Hare in the afternoon and then listened to Greensides and Zombie Jack at night. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Thousands of costumed partiers joined in DC's largest roaming Halloween party, the 12th Annual Nightmare on M Street presented by Lindy Promotions, Coors Light, and Bacardi! Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Riot Act Comedy Theater hosted the On Tap DC Comedy Night with Otto and George along with Johnny O and Adam Dodd. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Virginia Tourism Corporation and the Virginia Wine Board held the Virginia Wine Month Reception at the new Lincoln Restaurant with special guest Governor Bob McDonnell. Photos: John Kennedy
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Question: What’s an awesome new trivia night in Falls Church? Answer: Clare and Don’s just started their new trivia night at 8:30pm every Tuesday with TEAM TRIVIA. Winners get listed on the official trivia surf board each week and along with the great food and tasty beers folks get quite hilarious as they try to score..err…I mean, win. Photos: Nick Hardt
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The 5th Annual Northern Virginia BrewFest took place at Bull Run Park in Centreville and On Tap joined in by taking a loaded bus to the festival to meet brewers from over 50 breweries and sample over 70 different beers along with various foods and live bands. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Coors Light Silver Bullet Express took off from DC’s Union Station on it’s way to BB King’s Blues Bar & Grill for a private concert from Gym Class Heroes, Shaggy, and DJ Pete Wentz. On the trek to NYC the party train picked up more fans in Baltimore, Philadelphia, Wilmington, and Trenton. Photos: Alexis Luria
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On Tap teamed up with Widmer Brothers Brewing Company and King Street Cats for a Haunted Halloween Scavenger Hunt in the streets of Old Town Alexandria. Over 50 teams competed for cash prizes decked out in their most ghoulish attire. Photos: Mark Van Bergh - www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Over 100 people attended the 20s & 30s Going Out Group’s Open Bar Boat Cruise & Cocktail Party on the Potomac. Photos: Courtesy of 20s & 30s Group
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DC United kept the playoff push going with a game against the Chicago Fire including a big tailgate and live music from Deleted Scenes. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Local 16 hosted an evening filled with succulent pork and Leinenkugel’s Oktoberfest as a kick-off to the FotoWeek DC Festival Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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Capitol City Brewing Co. held the 12th annual Mid-Atlantic Oktoberfest at their Shirlington location. It is the largest Oktoberfest beer festival in Northern Virginia with 40+ breweries, an authentic German band and authentic Oktoberfest food. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The 15th Annual Stella Artois Draught Masters U.S. Finals was another incredible event held at the National Building Museum. The winner, Sean Besser Hank from Minnesota, is on his way to the World Draught Masters competition in Buenos Aires, Argentina! Photos: Christine Arczynski
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The pretty people celebrated Cosmo’s Hottest Bachelor contest with Virginia’s representative Ryan Murphy with a huge party at Cities! Vote for Ryan at http://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/bachelors-2011/bachelors-2011-virginia. The big party was hosted by Nikki Grant, Ryan Murphy, DC A List and Jetset Mafia.
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Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse hosted another On Tap Comedy Night with Reese Waters, Randolph T. Sturdivant, and Reggie Melbrough. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The introduction of Host a Toast, an at-home spirits, wine and food tasting venture focused on education and innovation took place at the Gibson Guitar Showroom featuring an evening of luxurious pairings and educated tastings. Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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Skateboard legend and Laureus World Sport Academy Member Tony Hawk visited the DC SCORES program at Shaw Middle School at Garnet-Patterson to meet students who are set to lose their sports funding following recent national budget cut announcements. Photos: Laureus World Sport Academy
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The Shakespeare Theater Company, On Tap, Mouton Cadet Wine, and New Belgium Beer hosted a Young Professionals Night to see The Heir Apparent and an after-party at the Landsburgh Theatre. Photos: Amanda Bornarth
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Pretzels, Bratwursts, Music and over 150 beer, wine, schnapps were enjoyed at the Das Best Oktoberfest September 24th and 25th. Here are some fun times from Saturday with a day filled with Lederhosens, Dirndls and beer maids. Music by 8ohms and Junkfood. - Photos by Lea Holland
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D.C.'s Finest Young Professionals Inaugural Recognition Reception benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation was held at the NRECA Center Ballroom in Arlington, Virginia on Friday, September 24, 2011. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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It was an Oktoberfestivus for the rest of us who could not make it to Munich on Capitol Hill! Revelers enjoyed German food, a bratwurst eating contest and specials on Yuengling beers including their Yuengling Oktoberfest seasonal. Photos: Mark Van Berg - www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Clarendon Day 2011 took place in the streets around the Clarendon Metro with local music on two stages, food from area restaurants, arts and crafts, fitness classes and more. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Biergarten Haus played host to On Tap’s first DC St. Pauli Girl Contest along with the Perry Center and Total Party. The girls showed their skills in best German accent, best costume, mug carry, and pouring ability. Photos: Mark Van Bergh - www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Corona hosts a party on the Corona Party Deck during each DC United game. Free food and of course free Corona and Corona Light are part of the fiesta! Photos: Derrick Brazier
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IOTA Club and Café gave beer lovers the chance to celebrate the arrival of New Belgium draught beer to Virginia including Hoptober Golden Ale, 1554 Enlightened Black Ale, Ranger Indian Pale Ale, and Fat Tire Amber Ale. Photos: Stephanie Wesolowski – www.stephaniewesolowskiphotography.com
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On Tap and Yuengling held a big tailgate prior to the DC United vs. Chicvas USA match at RFK. The tailgaters enjoyed free Yuengling Lager, Yuengling Light and hot-dogs. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Miller Lite Party Nights were a hit again this year at Nationals Stadium! We look forward to seeing Nats fans with live music and Miller specials next season at the Miller Lite Scoreboard Walk Bar. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Party DC's VA Wine Fest Bus Trip brought DC's young professionals to the 35th Annual Virginia Wine Festival just outside Washington, DC to taste more than 300 Virginia Vintages from over 50 wineries while listening to live entertainment on September 17, 2011 Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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Party DC sent a convoy of party buses to the Virginia Wine Festival at Bull Run Regional Park. Attendees sampled wines from over 60 Virginia wineries and enjoyed gourmet food samples, live music, arts and crafts and more. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Urban Adventures Companies held “A Night of Urban Adventure” the premier launch party for David von Storch's U Street lifestyle complex including the openings of VIDA Fitness and Bang Salon. The huge night included performance artists from Cirque du Soleil, house DJ music and complimentary hors d'oeuvres, wine, custom-brewed beer and signature cocktails. Photos: Stephanie Wesolowski – www.stephaniewesolowskiphotography.com
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District Chophouse and Brewery held Oktoberfest complete with their Oktoberfest Lager in steins, German music, and lots of German fare! Photos: Mark Van Bergh - www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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SneakerBall is the only black tie and sneakers gala that annually celebrates the best of sports in the Greater Washington D.C. region with more than 50 professional athletes & Olympians to raise money for the Greater Washington Sports Alliance Foundation, which is made up of six local charities and creates avenues for corporate philanthropy to enhance the region's youth sports programs and facilities. The event was held at the National Building Museum in Washington, DC on September 13, 2011. Photo by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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The Adams Morgan Day Festival is an annual gathering centering on live music, international food, and cultural demonstrations from around the globe. Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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In addition to showing 145 films from 23 nations, The DC Shorts Film Festival brought the Brazilian tradition of Carnival to the DC area. Revelers enjoyed the music and dance of Brazil along with Malibu Rum, Barefoot Wines, and Brazilian delicacies. Photos: Mark Van Bergh - www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Howard took on Morehouse in the inaugural AT&T Nation’s Football Classic at RFK. Fans from both schools got primed for the game at the Pepsi MAX Fan Festival prior to kickoff. Howard won the game 30-27! Photos: Derrick Brazier
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BlackFinn was host to Martini and a Makeover. There were martinis, Sweet Treat Platters, Sangrias, and prizes for all with donations going to Soma Intimates’ “Giving Is Beautiful” campaign to benefit women’s shelters in the Metro DC area. Photos: Mark Van Bergh - www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse hosted another On Tap Comedy Night with Hannibal Buress, writer for 30 Rock and Saturday Night Live, and DC's Tim Miller. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Started in Cleveland in 2002, Abbey Road on the River is a five day Beatles Tribute Festival which hosted more than 75 bands from around the world and entertained scores of Beatles fans at the Gaylord National Resort at the National Harbor just outside of Washington, DC on September 1 - 5, 2011. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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Corona and On Tap host a series of Movies On The Patio during the summertime at various patios in the DC area such as Buffalo Billiards, Lou’s City Bar, Caddies On Cordell, Phillips Seafood and Cantina Marina. With free Corona and free movies, Wednesdays just got a little more fun! Photos: Tom Roth and Amanda Bornarth
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OnTap Magazine took tubers to the Shenandoah River for a day of relaxation on the water. Photo by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com - http://TDLphoto.com
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Miller Lite Party Nights are in full swing all summer long Nationals Stadium! The party takes place prior to each Friday night home game at the Miller Lite Scoreboard Walk Bar with live music and beer specials from 4:30-7pm. Photos: Nick Hardt & Derrick Brazier
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It was an all-you-car-to-taste extravaganza at The National Harbor. Crab lovers got crackin’ with over 40,000 crabs, lots of beer, and live music. Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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RFD hosted the launch of DC’s second micro-brewery, Chocolate City Beer, with a rare free and open to the public launch party. Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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District Chophouse got into the flow of DC Beer Week with a Cask Night during which included unlimited tastings from the casks, a complimentary glass, and tons of food. Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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The New Belgium Brewery and Premium Distributors threw a launch party at Old Ebbitt on Wednesday, August 17, 2011, to celebrate that the New Belgium beers are officially available in DC, Virginia and Maryland. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com - http://TDLphoto.com
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Tortoise & Hare celebrated its 4th anniversary in Arlington Saturday night with a packed house, an appearance by the Coors Light girls, and the Niki Barr band from Baltimore, who rocked the house. Congratulations and happy anniversary Tortoise & Hare. Photos by Mark Van Bergh
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The Nationals had a special pre-game party for their female fans consisting of an exclusive Ladies Night gift, drink specials, games, prizes, food samples, tastings, and music from DJ Stylus Chris prior to their game against the Reds. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Bombay Sapphire and GQ have teamed up for the DC area contest which was held at Mie N Yu. The winner advances to Las Vegas and then the international competition to be held in London! Photos: Amanda Bornarth
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Guster and Jack’s Mannequin Bus Trip On Tap took a busload of pop-rock fans to see the Guster and Jack’s Mannequin (and opening act Lady Danville) at Wolf Trap on a perfect night for an outside show under the stars. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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DC Beer Week 2011 kicked off in style with a DC Beer Week Craft Beer Cruise and Dinner on the Potomac on luxury yacht The Odyssey in Washington, DC on August 14, 2011. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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The annual CAN (Capital Alumni Network) softball tournament continued on Saturday after rain delays the previous weekend. Unfortunately, rain continued to plague the tournament as a severe storm curtailed the days action, likely extending the tournament to a third weekend. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse hosted another On Tap Comedy Night with TJ Miller from Get Him to the Greek and She's Out of My League. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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DC Kickball, NAKID Kickball and United Social Sports teamed up to sponsor the Booze Cruise along the Potomac Friday night. A 3-hour premium open bar and music by DJ Ddot were featured at this Bermuda themed event on the paddle-wheeled Cherry Blossom. Photographs by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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WASHINGTON, DC – AUGUST 10: The B-52s perform on stage at the Smithsonian National Zoo’s ‘Rock'n'Roar’ on August 10, 2011 in Washington, DC. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com | http://TDLphoto.com
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Riot Act Comedy Theater opened its doors in Penn Quarter with a private grand opening celebration. Three great DC comedians Big Al Goodwin, Tony Woods and Charles Fleischer kept the crowd laughing throughout the night. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Donovan House Hotel Rooftop Bar hosted a Tanqueray Industry Night as quests were invited to raise a glass to the Tanqueray kind of night with host Angus Winchester, the Global Tanqueray Ambassador. Photos: Vithaya – www.vithayaphotography.com
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Coors Light Super Cold Activation Party Coors Light took over the Clarendon Ballroom for a private party with comedian Mitch Fatel, DJ Heat, and of course free food and beverages. A Super Cold time was had by all! Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Lobster lovers got all they could handle at the First Annual Foster's LobstaPalooza! It was an All-You-Care-To-Taste extravaganza complete with thousands of lobsters, lots of beer and wine, and great live music at the National Harbor. Photos: Aaron & Tracy Baum
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Over 50 teams took to the streets of Arlington all in hopes of winning a trip for two on the Bud Light Port Paradise cruise. Bonus points for costumes!
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McFadden’s celebrated its birthday in McFadden’s style, three nights of partying! To keep the place packed for eight years, they must be doing something right! Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse hosted the first of the monthly On Tap Comedy Nights with Courtney Fearrington, Rob Maher, and Jay Phillips from Semi-Pro and Baby Mama. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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St. Arnold's on Jefferson hosted their regulars along with some newcomers to celebrate Belgian Independence. Belgian and Belgian-styled beers and mussels were plentiful. Everyone left happy hour with complimentary glasses from Palm. Photos: Nikki Pearo
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Whitlow’s On Wilson hosted the finals for DC101’s giveaway for the Bud Light Port Paradise Cruise with Lauren Z. and a friend winning the Grand Prize. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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RFD held its weekly Belgian Beer happy hour Tuesday night. Patrons enjoyed their fave Belgians including Palm, Rodenbach, Steenbrugge, Duvel and many more. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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Granville Moore’s celebrated Belgian Restaurant Week by holding a Rare Beer Tasting at their Upstairs Bar including lost of mussels of course. Photos: Stephanie Wesolowski – www.stephaniewesolowskiphotography.com
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The Third Annual Kickball365 Open Tournament which is an event in The Circuit National Tour took place at George Mason University with dozens on competitive adult kickball teams taking part. "The Meatballs" of Ft. Lauderdale beat "iB" of DC 1-0. Photos: Lea Holland
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17 of DC’s most popular food trucks took part in Truckeroo. The monthly food truck festival takes place near Nationals Stadium and truck specialties range from lobster to BBQ to macaroni and cheese. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The annual French Maid Relay Race and Bastille Day Bash at L'Enfant Cafe shut down an entire city block yet again! Photos: Erika Horn - www.cozmikphotography.com
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Duvel celebrated the US release of their legendary Duvel Single at Lyon Hall in Clarendon. Belgian beer lovers were treated to the bright, lively, crisp Belgian Golden Ale and took home the signature drinking glass as well. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Last Call Entertainment held their Battle Of The Cover Bands 2011 showdown at Auld Shebeen. Eight bands fought it out on stage with N Remembrance emerging as the victor and claiming the $1,000 Grand Prize. Photos: Virginia Lee & Derrick Brazier
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The National FreedomFest took place over two days at The Yards Park and featured over 40 bands and DJ's on five stages along with a water park party, eclectic food vendors, craft vendors and more. Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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Music fans kicked-off Independence Day Weekend at The National Harbor for the second year of The Uncle Sam Jam. The party took over the pavilion, the beach, and both piers with DJs and live music featuring The Wailers, Blind Melon and Pat McGee. Photos: Erika Horn – www.cozmikphotography.com
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The Capital Fringe Festival is a mix of theatre, dance, puppetry and music. The festival features over 100 productions and over 2000 artists, the preview party took place at the Baldacchino Gypsy Tent Bar. Photos: Vithaya – vithayaphotography.com
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Cantina Marina hosted the 2nd Annual Leinie’s Canoe Race. The team from Sequoia took first place and won a trip to Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin to check out the Leinenkugel brewery. Photos: Nick Hardt
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Safeway’s Barbecue Battle XIX was waged on Pennsylvania Ave. with contestants vying for $40,000 in cash and trophies in the National BBQ Championship! The annual celebration of food, music and community raises over $1.2 million for Boys & Girls Clubs. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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On Tap took a busload of craft beer lovers to the 4th Annual Northern Virginia Summer BrewFest at Morven Park in Leesburg. There were more than 55 breweries and more than 80 beers for sampling along with live music and great food. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Metro Washington DC chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation hosted a gala to introduce honorees in the inaugural campaign of their Finest Young Professionals program recognizing young professionals in the DC area that have made an impact on our community. Photos: Tim Lundin / Emily Stubbs
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Golden Triangle Summer Concerts The Golden Triangle Business Improvement District hosts a series of concerts at Farragut Square Park on Wednesdays providing a perfect place for the business people to relax after work. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Fun for all ages with Live music, food and drinks. In their 17th year FNL is a rain or shine event that is free to everyone and offers great time to relax with family and friends. This night's performance was by 2U (U2 tribute band) who packed the Herndon Town Green. Make plans to catch a show Fridays 630-1030pm now through August 26. For more info check www.herndonrocks.com Photos by Lea Holland
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It was definitely a great weekend filled with beer sippin', bourbon tastin', music listenin', cigar smokin', and barbeque eatin' with over 40 Bourbons and over 60 Beers at the National Harbor. Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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Miller Lite Party Nights are back at Nationals Stadium for the 2011 season. The party takes place prior to each Friday night home game at the Miller Lite Scoreboard Walk Bar with live music and beer specials from 4:30-7pm. Photos: Derrick Brazier and Kristin Laing
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On Tap took the Corona Party Bus full of tubing enthusiasts to Front Royal Canoe for an afternoon of laid back fun, relaxation, and tubing down the Shenandoah River. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Reston Town Center welcomed over 100,000 people to enjoy with the Carnival, Guns and Hoses Chili Cook-Off, Family Fun Zone, and Living Well Expo at The taste Of Reston. Photos: Kelsey Whited
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It was another successful Celebrate Fairfax! festival this year with such national bands as Third Eye Blind and The Bangles, local band The Legwarmers and over 300 exhibitors, vendors, crafters, and interactive activities. Photos: Kris Kealiher
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The 36th annual Capital Pride festival hosted over 200,000 LGBT people, their families and friends with the US Capitol as the backdrop. The festival was a mass of colorful floats, marching bands, and thousands of expressive free spirits. Photos: Erika Horn - www.cozmikphotography.com
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On Tap and Heineken hosted a bus trip to Wolf Trap for a special night with Bright Eyes. Attendees enjoyed complimentary food and drink at a private party prior to the show. Photos: Nick Hardt
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The Air Force Cycling Classic Clarendon Cup took place at speeds in excess of 30mph on the five turn, 1 km course in the streets of Clarendon. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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On Tap and Corona welcomed patio season and celebrated the release of another Outdoor Dining Guide with a few hundred warm-weather lovers, free Corona and food at Union Pub. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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It was a day of Cajun good times with Club 66 on the lawn at Wolf Trap with authentic N’awlins cuisine and some of the best in Cajun, Zydeco, and Blues music around. Photos: Kristin Laing
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What a nice turnout for this benefit concert for Ryan Diviney and the American Cancer Society. The Tortoise & Hare back lot was full of family and friends enjoying live music from Down Wilson and The New Relics, food and drinks. For more info on Rally for Ryan visit www.ryansrally.org
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On Tap and Corona took a busload of country fans to the Kenny Chesney show, of course they were required to tailgate all day then hang out all night in the On Tap/Corona Suite. Photos: Tim Lundin - http://TDLphoto.com
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Flying Dog hosted an after-party following the conclusion of SAVOR consisting of Flying Dog and many other craft beers at Iron Horse Taproom. Photos: Alfredo Flores – www.alfredoflores.net
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Party DC and On Tap teamed up to send 38 buses to the Vintage Virginia Wine Festival. Attendees sampled over 300 wines from over 50 Virginia wineries on a beautiful day at Bull Run Regional Park. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience took place at the beautiful National Building Museum. It is the nation’s only craft beer and food event with 72 small and independent craft brewers from all regions of the country personally serving attendees and talking about their beers. Photos: Stephanie Wesolowski – www.stephaniewesolowskiphotography.com
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On Tap and Corona held a Kenny Karaoke contest at Buffalo Billiards in which crooners showed off their voices for VIP tickets into the On Tap/Corona Suite for the Kenny Chesney show. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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RFD hosted A Toast To SAVOR featuring limited offerings from over ten breweries as part of the events leading up to SAVOR. Photos: Erika Horn - www.cozmikphotography.com
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Sailing down from Baltimore Heavy Seas Brewery brought some of their beer drinker's favorites to sample. Held at the new Bier Baron guests were some of the first to taste new Belgian IPA Dubbel Cannon. Among others well-known Loose Cannon was a must for the evening along with the complimentary Baron pretzels. -Lea Holland
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Memorial Day weekend saw the inaugural Stars & Stripes & Spokes rally at RFK Stadium's festival grounds. The four-day event (Fri-Mon) featured bands and bikes galore, stunt riders, a bikini contest, and lots of vendors. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Walter Reed Society, Inc. for healing the wounds of America's soldiers, assisting with family crises, and helping ease the transition to the future. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.zenfolio.com
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Clyde's in Reston hosted a Sam Adam's Beer Dinner Monday night featuring a fabulous four course meal to accompany four of Sam Adam's fine brews. Fish & Chips - beer batterd Alaska Halibut with asparagus chips - was paired with Boston Lager; Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato - with house smoked pork belly, fried green tomatoes and ramp aioli on Sam Adam's beer bread - accompanied the Summer Ale; Smoked Beef Brisket with corn pudding and pickled vegetables was served with Latitude 48; and a Chocolate Tart was paired with the premium Wee Heavy. Diners were highly complimentary of the entire menu. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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The Taste of Arlington, annually the largest single-day event in Arlington, transformed the Ballston area into a lively street festival complete with dozens of the area’s noteworthy restaurants and live entertainment. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Mad Rose Tavern in the Clarendon area of Arlington celebrated its grand opening Saturday. The Tavern is only steps from the Metro. It includes a trendy lounge, contemporary dining area, and features an extensive beer selection with many craft beers on draft. Great weather welcomed those enjoying the Tavern's expansive outdoor patio. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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DC’s biggest one-day rock festival, the DC101 Chili Cook-Off took place at RFK with Weezer, Seether, Papa Roach, Panic! At The Disco and more bands… and of course the famous best chili contest. Photos: Nick Hardt
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Toast of the Town took place at the National Building Museum. It was a spectacular evening of wines, spirits, beer, music, and over 500 world-class wines and gourmet dishes. Photos: Christine Arczynski
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For more than 20 years, the Smithsonian's National ZooFari brings together over a 100 of the Washington, D.C., area's finest restaurants and vintners from around the world for an evening of gourmet foods, fine wines, fabulous entertainment, a great silent auction, and dancing under the stars at the Smithsonian's National Zoo on Thursday, May 19, 2011 in Washington, DC. Photos by Emily Stubbs and Tim Lundin - http://TDLphoto.com
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On Tap went to the Preakness Stakes with two busloads of revelers who enjoyed perfect weather, musical performances by Train and Bruno Mars, and the Preakness itself.
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The Woodrow Wilson House hosted a book signing with local author Garrett Peck for his new book, "Prohibition in Washington D.C.; How Dry We Weren't." Photos: Nicole Pearo
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On Tap kicked off American Craft Beer Week with the Crafts for a Cause launch party at Arlington Rooftop Bar and Grill. Photos: Nick Hardt
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Mad Rose Tavern in the Clarendon area of Arlington celebrated its grand opening Saturday. The Tavern is only steps from the Metro. It includes a trendy lounge, contemporary dining area, and features an extensive beer selection with many craft beers on draft. Great weather welcomed those enjoying the Tavern's expansive outdoor patio. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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The third annual Ball on the Mall black-tie gala took place Saturday, May 7, 2011, under tents on the Mall to raise funds for the Trust for the National Mall. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com - http://TDLphoto.com
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Old Ebbitt Grill hosted its first beer dinner, featuring the craft beers of Brooklyn Brewery. It was a fabulous pairing of great food and beer: Chipotle Spiced Bay of Fundy Sea Scallops with arugula and a citrus vinaigrette paired with Brooklyn Summer Ale; Mango Glazed BBQ Chicken Kebab with couscous and grilled spring vegetables paired with Brooklyn Pennant Ale '55; Chimichurri Marinated Skirt Steak with charred pineapple salsa and Cuban rice paired with Brooklyn Brown Ale; and finally, a Brooklyn Ice Cream Float made with the ultra secret Brooklyn Black Ops. Kudos all around. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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Domaso, a Kimpton Restaurant, hosted its first annual “Top Dog Half-Smoke Challenge” in which ten renowned area chefs showcased their interpretation of DC’s iconic local dish, 'The Half-Smoke', and competed for the title of 'Top Dog' on Sunday, May 1, 2011. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com - http://TDLphoto.com
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On Tap and Miller Lite host a party each Friday Night prior to Nats’ home games at the Miller Lite Scoreboard Walk Bar with great live music and drink specials on Miller beers. Photos: Kristin Laing and Derrick Brazier
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Reston Town Center hosted another successful Great Grapes! Wine, Art, and Food Festival. The festival is always one of Northern Virginia’s premier wine tasting events with over 220 wines, live music, and food and wine pairings. Photos: Christine Arczynski
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The “Undressed” Designer Fashion Show with celebrity host, stylist Phillip Bloch, took place at the Stroga Mansion in Adams Morgan. The event was presented by Ekon Image and proceeds went to benefit R.A.I.N.N. in the fight to end sexual violence. Photos: Nicole Pearo
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Solly's U Street Tavern hosted a wrap-up Earth Day Celebration Saturday night. Co-sponsored by Great Lakes Brewing Company and the Anacostia Watershed Society, the event featured Great Lakes Beer specials, a raffle of Great Lakes "swag," and music by The Mavins and Modern Man.
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Restaurant 3 kicked off patio season with a pig roast with the famous Hogettes. The menu consisted of many pulled pork sandwiches, bacon on a stick, Butternuts Porkslap Ales, and Bacon Bloody Marys. Photos: Nick Hardt
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On Tap and Corona’s Bartender Bowling with teams from Harry’s Taproom, Rocket Bar, Bottom Line, Cantina Marina, Asylum, Arlington Rooftop Bar and Grill, and Union Jack’s. Bottom Line took the championship trophy. Photos: Tom Roth, Jen Currie and Derrick Brazier
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Whitlow’s On Wilson held the grand opening of their rooftop bar which is aptly called Wilson’s On Whitlows and officially welcomed warm weather to Clarendon. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Prom dresses, huge hair, DeLoreans, Rubik’s Cubes, Atari, Pop Rocks, Ring Pops were all on display at BlackFinn DC for Lindy Promotions’ That ‘80s Prom III. Photos: Stephanie Wesolowski - www.stephaniewesolowskiphotography.com
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Capital Cause hosted a sold-out Young Professionals Networking Brunch at the Josephine Butler Center. Guest speakers included Will Jawando and Kim Woodard of Wal-Mart. Fifteen industries were represented including Lamont Bishop Gallery, NFL Players Association, Booz Allen Hamilton, Teach for America, and more. Photos: Greg Blakey - www.gregblakeyphoto.com
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DC Brau, the first brewery to craft beer in DC in over 50 years, launched at Meridian Pint in Columbia Heights introducing an exciting, tasty, new option to local beer lovers. Photos: Erika Viktoria Horn www.cozmikphotography.com
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Discotheque featuring the Toxic Avenger returned to the Smithsonian Postal Museum for another sold-out, smashing international-club style party. Photos: Christine Arczynski
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Rocklands Arlington hosted its fourth annual "Shed Your Coat" fundraiser for Doorways for Women and Families of Arlington. The event also was part of Rockland's traditional Thursday night Doggy Yappy Hour, where dogs and their people eat and drink together on the patio. To top it off, the event featured a 98-pound pig, roasted and ready for carving and tasty sandwiches, a raffle, and other fun for everyone, human and canine alike. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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Starr Hill’s Master Brewer, Mark Thompson, hosted a Meet the Brewer Happy Hour featuring Starr Hill Love, Smoke Out, and Double Platinum IPA at Harry’s Tap Room and Arlington Rooftop Bar and Grill. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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WASHINGTON - APRIL 9: The 2011 5th Annual Fashion for Paws Runway Show benefiting the Washington Humane Society took place at the The National Building Museum on April 9, 2011 in Washington, DC. Photo by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com - http://TDLphoto.com
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Arlington Rooftop Bar and Grill has opened the rooftop! You can now enjoy the great weather situated three floors above the Clarendon and Courthouse corridors. Photos: Stephanie Wesolowski - www.stephaniewesolowskiphotography.com
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Annual Cherry Blossom Parade | April 9, 2011 The annual Cherry Blossom Parade kicked off without any problems after the threat of a government shutdown, and then a last hour reprieve, had parade organizers scrambling to plan for whatever happened. Although the day may have been cloudy, parade participants and viewers had plenty of cheer to go around. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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On Thursday, April 7th, the DC International Film Festival (Filmfest DC) kicked off 25th year at the Lincoln Theatre. The film festival will continue through April 17 and will feature over 70 film premieres from around the world. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com - http://TDLphoto.com
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Iron Horse Taproom hosted the 3rd Annual Kentucky Derby Party. It was an afternoon of southern-style libations, prizes, and a Derby attire contest. Proceeds went to support the Perry Center. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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On Tap held the congratulations party for Dave Hinton from The Green Turtle as his was the winner of the Heineken Bar Stars competition. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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It was a packed house at IOTA Club and Café to hear the music from two local, wonderfully talented ladies, Tiffany Thompson supporting her new accoustic EP and Bobbie Allen also supporting her new EP. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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On Tap and Corona gathered up some maniacs and cruised around in the Cinco De Mania Party Bus! The fiesta dropped in on Cantina Marina, Front Page, Buffalo Billiards, and Tortilla Coast. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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L.A. Bar and Grill celebrated its five-year anniversary with a special triple bill of Mateo Monk, Linwood Taylor, and Sol and Funk Root. Photos: Nick Hardt
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Kushi hosted a benefit to raise funds to help rebuild Japan. There was music from Lindsey Buckingham and Lightfoot, along with DJ’s Jon H and John Bowen. They held a silent auction and offered a special menu with all proceeds going to the Japan Red Cross. Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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DC’s most creative mixologists were tasked with creating an original cocktail inspired by works of art from the Corcoran Collection. The winning drink was announced at a grand party where each of the 12 artinis were offered including the winner which was "Coleman's Juice" from Art and Soul’s Ronald Flores, along with a beer and wine bar, hors d’oeuvres and music by DJ Neekola. Photos: Ben Droz and Kyle Samperton
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The 4th Annual Spring Fashion Show to benefit the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers and the Ninos Rising Foundation took place at Caribbean Breeze in Arlington. In addition to the fashion show there was live music from Jason Cerda and SoulStrings along with many celebrities on hand such as Bernie Williams, Anji Corley, Dan Sherman, LaVar Arrington, Brian Mitchell, John Booty, Miss Washington, and Mrs. Virginia. Photos: Vithaya
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The DC Divas, of the Women's Football Alliance, opened their 2011 season with a resounding 35-20 victory over the Boston Militia at the PG Sport Complex. Photographs by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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The Nationals held their Nats Fan Fest in which fans got to meet players and coaches as well as see Nats memorabilia then took on the Atlanta Braves for Opening Day. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The Opening ceremony of the National Cherry Blossom Festival took place at the National Building Museum. There was an impressive array of classic and contemporary performances including Keiko Matsui, Kevin Eubanks, and members of Washington National Opera’s Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program. Photos: Vithaya www.vithayaphotography.com
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The Macallan’s private single malt tasting was held at Ibiza for Scotch aficionados to learn more about one of the world’s most appreciated whiskies. Photos: Kristin Laing
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On Tap went to see the amazing play The Weir presented by Scena Theatre at the H St. Playhouse. Photos: Kathy Wilmot
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On Tap hit the streets of Arlington to check out the parties at Ireland’s Four Courts, Kitty O’Shea’s, First Down, Ri-Ra, O’Sullivan’s, and Ireland's Four Provinces. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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On Tap hung out in Alexandria and checked out parties at O’Connells, Murphy’s, Tortoise & Hare, and Sine. Photos: Kristin Laing
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On Tap went out in DC to check out the parties at Irish Times, Dubliner, and Fado. Photos: Nick Hardt
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On Tap went to Herndon and Centreville to check out the parties at Ned Devine's, O'Sullivan's, Finnegan’s, and O’Malley’s. Photos: Jennifer Currie
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The Shakespeare Theater Company and On Tap hosted a Young Professionals Night to see An Ideal Husband and a Wilde after-party at Harman Theatre which included Kim Crawford Wine, giveaways and a Maphook-inspired scavenger hunt. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Bailey’s Pub and Grille in Ballston held a Wing Eating Competition to support the Walk For Lupus Now in DC, one of the nation’s largest lupus walks. Proceeds were to benefit the Lupus Foundation of America. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Homebrewers brought their A-game to Meridian Pint. Dozens of happy samplers circled the room seeking rare beers and voting for their favorite. These one-of-a-kind brews ranged from Citrus flavors to Belgium-styled Tripels. Photos: Nicole Pearo
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The Hottest St. Patrick's Day Festival in the country takes place each March at RFK Stadium, this year it lived up to that reputation! Thousands took in the great music from Dropkick Murphy's, DJ Pauly D, over 40 bands. The weather was great (finally!), the beer was cold, and the revelers did not disappoint in their St. Patty's Day costumes. Photos: Vithaya - vithayaphotography.com
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More pictures of the craziness that took place at ShamrockFest at RFK Stadium. Photos: Aaron & Tracy Baum
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Shamrockfest 2011 once again brought day full of music, food, friends, fun and of course beer to RFK. From the main area to VIP there was sea of green everywhere. From Dropkick Murphys, Niki Barr Band, Fight the Lion to DJ Pauly D there was a little something for everyone. -Photos by Lea Holland
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The Leukemia & Lymphomia Society (LLS) held its 24th Annual Leukemia Ball, "A Supreme Evening with Diana Ross" at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The Ball also featured comedian John Heffron and raised $2.8 million through donations, a silent auction and the Mercedes-Benz raffle to provide life-saving funds for the mission of LLS. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com - http://TDLphoto.com
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A lovely night enjoying a Mardi Gras beer dinner at Dogfish Head Fairfax. The dinner included a six course meal paired perfectly with six delightFULL Dogfish Head brews. -Photos by Lea Holland
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DC kick off of Michael Collins Irish Whiskey’s 10 year old single malt and the brand’s new look at PS 7. Photos: Greg Blakey - www.gregblakeyphoto.com
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Hot N Juicy Crawfish in Woodley Park celebrated the end of Mardi Gras with a crawfish eating contest. After signing the required legal documents, the randomly picked contestants dug in to see who would be the quickest to finish one pound. Non-participants enjoyed the southern cuisine at a more leisurely pace. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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First Down sports bar in the Ballston area of Arlington celebrated their Second Anniversary with a huge party during which they gave away a cruise. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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Fado once again hosted their annual Perfect Pint Competition. Area bartenders from places like Union Jack's, Irish Times, and Star and Shamrock brought co-workers and fan clubs to cheer them on. Contestants took their turns behind the Guinness Tap attempting the perfect pour. Things heated up for the third and final round with the creative pour. By the end of the night, one thing was clear: bar staffs have no problem partying on a Sunday night. Photos: Nicole Pearo
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Andrew Shortell hosted a screening of the new psychological thriller Psych 9 at the Burke Theatre and the after party at the recently opened Lincoln Restaurant. Photos: Kris Kealiher
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Party DC Events & HiBall Events once again brought the Mardi Gras Madness Party to the State Theatre. While exchanging feathered masks and beads partiers listened to Herr Metal, Down Wilson, White Ford Bronco & DJ Wink. Photos: Maryanne Drury
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Miss Sinergy held their second annual “Beauty is Skin Deep” fashion show at La Maison Francaise (French Embassy) in Washington DC to raise awareness of skin cancer and donations for the Skin Cancer Foundation. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com - http://TDLphoto.com
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St. Jude/ALSAC held its annual Gourmet Gala fundraiser at the National Building Museum. A great cause, great venue, great food from participating restaurants, silent and live auctions, and a great time by all. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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The Fourth Annual Mustaches4MS Fundraiser once again was held at Whitlow’s On Wilson. There was a wide array of Fu Manchus, Goatees, Mutton Chops, Pencils, Handlebars, and some that had to have simply been made up styles. The night consisted of contests for best ‘From Scratch 'Stache’ and ‘Most Creative 'Stache’ and a raffle for autographed sports memorabilia, gift certificates, services and more. Over $4,600 was raised to help battle MS! Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The 22nd Annual 'Mardi Gras Carnival' Casino Night, an annual signature event of the National Kidney Foundation, attracted a diverse group of guests from the business, medical and philanthropic communities in the Greater Washington, DC region raises funds and awareness for kidney disease in the Washington DC Area. The event took place at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, DC, on Saturday, February 26, 2011. Photo by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com - http://TDLphoto.com
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Saturday's Wizards Bar Tour, sponsored by Budweiser, had participants circulating among Lucky Strike, Iron Horse Tavern, Penn Quarter Sports Tavern, RFD, Rocket Bar and The Greene Turtle. In addition to Wizards fans, the participating establishments benefitted from lots of patrons who had hung around from the Syracuse-Georgetown game earlier in the afternoon at the Verizon Center. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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Crystal City Sports Pub's Sports Challenge & Charity Fundraiser consisted of co-ed teams competing in seven sports challenges: darts, 3-ball pool, mini-golf hole-in-one, basketball, ping pong, cornhole, and digital bowling. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Wow, what a great event! City Tavern in Georgetown hosted this year's festivities that included a poker tournament, silent auction, wine (and other adult beverage) tastings, and the after party featuring the Doug Segree Band. All for the goal of finding a cure for pediatric spinal cord cancer. You can read about Kennedy Snyder, the inspiration for this year's event at: http://www.chance-for-life.net/MeetKennedy.html. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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The 17th Katsucon convention was held President's Day weekend at the Gaylord National Convention Center at National Harbor. An estimated 6,000 to 9,000 fans enjoyed a varied program full of events and music into the wee hours. As the photos here attest, many came in costume. Photos by Mark Van Bergh, www.markvanbergh.com
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The 2nd Annual Chesapeake Oyster and Beer Festival was an ALL-YOU-CARE-TO-TASTE extravaganza complete with thousands of oysters from over 10 different locations around the world that were raw, steamed, roasted, Rockerfellered and paired with over 20 different beers, wines and spirits. The event took place on Friday and Saturday, February 18-19, 2011 at the National Harbor's Sunset Room just outside of Washington, DC. Photos by Tim Lundin | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com - http://TDLphoto.com
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The Great Guinness Toast is made up of Guinness drinkers across the country trying to break the record for the largest simultaneous toast. The toast continues to grow and breaks its own record each and every year. Each year the participants gain entrance into one of Arthur Guinness' other select clubs; The Guinness Book of World Records. Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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Wine Lovers got the opportunity to taste Virginia’s best wines in chandelier style and enjoy culinary seminars led by the region’s best chefs and sommeliers at the Virginia Wine Showcase at Westfields Marriott. Photos: Steph Wesolowski - www.stephaniewesolowskiphotography.com
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The Washington DC International Wine & Food Festival is one of the most popular events of its kind in the Mid-Atlantic. It is held at the Ronald Reagan Building and is more than a tasting, the festival is a celebration of wine, cuisine and culture that shines a light on DC as a prominent and world-class dining and travel destination. Photos: Brad Brown
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On a cold Saturday afternoon scores of participants were packed in at The Pour House in DC to get ready for Cupid's Undie Run. This annual event is where people raise funds, then run in their undies and other fun apparel to benefit the Children's Tumor Foundation. It was a blast. Photos: VP
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Lindy Promotions had the Lindy 500 Limo Rally Scavenger Hunt on the DC Waterfront with pre-party and after-party at Phillip’s Flagship. Photos: Greg Blakey - www.gregblakeyphoto.com
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The Valentine Party at O'Sullivan's in Arlington featured guitarist/singer Peter Baker, and an Irish Step-Dancer on her way to Ireland for an international competition. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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The charity So Others Might Eat hosted its 8th annual SOME Jr. Gala at the Corcoran Gallery of Art. Nine hundred young philanthropists packed the museum. The sell-out crowd was treated to cocktails and appetizers, live music, and a photo booth. Photos: Nicole Pearo
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Friends of On Tap who have been unlucky in love sent in their worst date stories! We got together for a very interesting happy hour… you would not believe the stories that were told at Old Dominion Brewhouse that night. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Young Professionals’ Night with the Shakespeare Theatre Company and On Tap was held prior to a showing of Cymbeline at Lansburgh Theatre. Wine was provided by Zen of Zin with cupcakes from Red Velvet Cupcakery. Photos: Nicholas Donner - www.nicholasdonner.com
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The 1st Annual Ladies' Night Makeover Madness was a fun night of expert Do-It-Youself advice on everything from closet re-organizing to spackle. The 5th St Ace Hardware was filled with cupcakes, wine, massages, raffle prizes, goody bags, and more for the ladies. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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n Saturday February 5th a crowd packed Finnegan’s Pub in Herndon for the Northern Virginia Firefighters Emerald Society Pipe Band fundraiser. Pipes, kilts and pints combined for a fun and successful evening.
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Jamie "Garbage Disposal" Jill defended his King of the Wing crown by eating 92 wings at the Wing Bowl DC 2011 Finals from Hard Times Cafe and 106.7 The Fan. Photos: Nick Hardt
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DCBEER.COM, in partnership with Scion Restaurant, hosted the first annual Bootlegger’s Beer Dinner. This first-of-its-kind beer dinner that featured beers not available within the Washington D.C metro market. The beers were hand picked for their rarity and unique qualities; offering area craft beer lovers a taste of several outstanding out-of-market beers. The event took place on Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at Scion Restaurant in Washington, DC. Photos by Tim Lundin and Emily Stubbs | Freelance | tim@TDLphoto.com - http://TDLphoto.com
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The Washington Humane Society’s 10th Annual Sugar and Champagne Affair hosted by Chef Todd and Ellen Gray of Equinox Restaurant honored local crusaders against animal cruelty: Washington Humane Society’s Humane Law Enforcement Officers, Animal Control Officers, and Humane Educators at the DC Ritz-Carlton. The sweet festivity showcased the DC area’s most talented pastry chefs while the delectable confections were complemented by some of the world’s finest sparkling wines. Photos: Kathy Wilmot
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The DC Surfriders took over The Eastern Market and had the big Beer For Our Boarders party for their volunteers who help protect the area’s rivers, oceans, waves and beaches. They sipped on Heineken and Barefoot Wines while listening to live music by Lethal Peanut. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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DC Shorts Rewind celebrated the best short films of the past 7 years. Housed in the Atlas Performing Arts Center on H St., attendees were treated to samples by Stella Artois, music from the Ska band The Thrilltones, and of course, many Shorts. The event was so popular, extra chairs needed to be brought in for some showings. On Tap was on hand at the mini Film Festival. Photos: Nicole Pearo
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The Bottom Line held its annual "Dress to Get Laid" party on Friday night. Leis were available for interested patrons. Photos by Mark Van Bergh www.markvanbergh.com
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Bacardi’s 42 Below Cocktail World Cup Competition was held at Lima. The top two winners, Gina – PS7 and JP –Bourbon Steak, will be off to NYC where they will compete again to see if they will make the USA Team that will head to the National Competition in New Zealand. Photos: Kathy Wilmot
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Captain Morgan hosted a huge party for Caps fans to watch the Capitals take on the New York Rangers. The Captain and the Morganettes treated everyone to food, drinks, and free Morganettes calendars. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Capitol Hill bars were overflowing with football fans enjoying the NFL Playoffs. Pour House was filled to capacity with Steelers fans in Black and Gold while waving their Terrible Towels. Hawk and Dove was ‘packed’ with Packers fans in Green and Gold wearing their cheeseheads. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Clarendon Grill hosted On Tap’s 5th Annual ‘On The Verge’ local music showcase. Four great local acts including Memphis 59, Modern Thieves, Boys Will Be Boys, and Citizen* rocked the stage for a capacity crowd full of music fans. Photos: Nick Donner
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Tommy McFly hosted the Flip To Fresh Party at the Tyson's Corner Ritz Carlton. Tommy gave away Fresh Prizes as the attendees mingled and enjoyed sushi and wine. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The time has come to crown a new King of the Wing! Hard Times Café and 106.7 The Fan teamed up for The 2nd Annual Wing Bowl DC. Photos: Aaron & Tracy Baum
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Teams compete in a Roller Derby event at Washington, DC Armory on January 15, 2011 in Washington, DC. The contact sport of Roller Derby involves two teams of four defensive players and one jammer, whose role it is to pass through the pack to count a score. Photos by Tim Lundin / Freelance / tim@TDLphoto.com - http://TDLphoto.com
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The JFK 20 and MLK 5K were run in Georgetown on an out-and-back course on the Capital Crescent Trail. The 20K counted as the fourth DC Road Runners Snowball Series race. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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The DC Tattoo Arts Expo took place at the Double Tree in Crystal City and is the premier Tattoo Lifestyle event of the year! The three-day expo featured over 100 of the world’s best tattoo artists, live tattooing, body piercing, live entertainment, the first ever Miss DC pin-up contest and more. Photos: Nick Hardt
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A jam packed Noon to last call party showcasing many talented local musicians. The 1st Annual AustinPalooza was held at the Rockville Austin Grill featuring Redline Addiction, Force Major, The Fisherman Band, Yellow Dubmarines and more. Photos: Lea Holland
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Hundreds of Washington Wizards fans took part in the Wizards Bar Tour prior to the game against the Toronto Raptors. They got special deals on all Budweiser products at Verizon Center area sports-bars including RFD, Lucky Strike, Iron Horse Tavern, Penn Quarter Sports Tavern, Rocket Bar, and The Greene Turtle. Photos: Derrick Brazier
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Chris O’Brien author of Fermenting Revolution: How Drinking Beer Can Save The World led a tutored tasting of beers that not only taste great but have been brewed in ways that support their surrounding communities and the environment. Attendees at the Sixth and I Historic Synagogue learned that drinking beer and helping the environment can go hand in hand. Photos: Aaron and Tracy Baum
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