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jim henson

Cover Story

Fresh From the Farm

Most of you know the pure bliss you experience as you bite into a fresh ripe tomato, the sweet juice showering your mouth with earthy flavor or the satisfaction  felt from the cool, crisp crunch of freshly cut romaine lettuce coated in a light summer vinaigrette. Maybe you melt at the thought of the perfect salad, a healthy prelude to a well-rounded meal of herb rubbed lamb and scalloped potatoes garnished with parsley. For me this is the physical embodiment of comfort that only a fulfilling meal prepared by a chef with a world-renowned title or just the most natural title of all “Mom” could accomplish. However, as you chew over such culinary delights, do not let yourself forget where such earthly pleasures originated from or the loving hands that toiled to bring such satisfaction to you and me... [more]

By Alyssa Loope

August 2008

health & Beauty

You still have time... cover

Yes it maybe August and yes it is almost time to put away our summer threads but there is still time to lose weight before the end of summer beach weekend known as Labor Day weekend! Here are some great tips to help you get lean before that last stroll on the beach this year!.... [more]

By Charlene Louis

August 2008

real estate

Chatting cover

Dan Melman and Mary Jane Molik have a unique take on the real estate market to be this coming fall. Just when we thought it would be a boom time for local realtors, Dan and Mary Jane warn that political change this fall will not have the same local home yield as previous elections. “Politicians and lobbyists do not want to be seen buying big houses when constituents are losing their homes,” say the two W.C. & A.N. Miller realtors.... [more]

the georgetowner

August 2008

IN COUNTRY

The Plains cover

It’s Friday night and you’re headed out to your home in the country. You’re tired from the week and your whole family is hungry, but you can’t think of what delicious family meal you can enjoy without cooking for at least an hour. Now you have an answer: stop by Forlano’s Market and pick-up your mouthwatering, locally harvested dinner and fresh baked bread for the weekend!... [more]

the georgetowner

August 2008
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Chapter eleven

Diary of a Georgetowner

July 1, 1795. Today I had word from my cousin in Baltimore that his wife has been safely delivered of a son, their third, two days ago. I was glad to hear so speedily. Since the first of the year when the regular mail service was initiated, we have found it to be most reliable. Lat New Years Day the gentleman who has the contract to carry the mail between Baltimore and Alexandria - I believe he is the proprietor of the Indian Queen in Baltimore - made the run himself, and over a glass of ale at Suter’s tavern promised us the speediest and most efficient service it was in his power to provide. He has been as good as his word. Often the mails are here in twelve hours’ time if they come straight through; sometimes it takes twenty-four hours if they make an overnight stop at Montgomery Court House... [more]

Edited by David Roffman

August 2008

dc diary

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We are truly in the dog days of summer. We all have our summer rituals right? Hanging out by the waterfront. Catching a Nationals game.  Sending the kids off to day camp. Volta Park Day. A weekend getaway at the beach. Things like these give us a level of comfort, especially when the weather is hot and sticky.... [more]

By Jack Evans

August 2008

town topics

Global Peace Festival cover

Photo: Ethiopian ambassador Samuel Asseffa

 

Even as war rages across the ocean in Afghanistan and Iraq, large numbers of people passionately devoted to peace in the world will gather together on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol Saturday, August 9 for the first ever Global Peace Festival. The festival, the first of its kind ever held on the Capitol Grounds, will focus on compassion, family and service to others.... [more]

By Gary Tischler

August 2008

The village

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The following letter was mailed to the community last week by Harry Belin, president and CEO of the Evermay Society. In case you missed it, we reprint it in its entirety:

 

Words are simply inadequate to express my heartfelt appreciation for your ceaseless support and encouragement involving my Dec. 10, 2007 Special Exception filing with the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA)... [more]

By Harry Lammot Belin

August 2008

featured property:

  

scrapbook:

3336 RESERVOIR RD NW

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Located on a beautifully tree-lined street and set back from Reservoir Road, this Georgetown West Village town home is conveniently located to many art galleries, chic boutiques, and restaurants. It is just steps away from Volta Park, the new Community Center, the Dog Park, Montrose Park and in close proximity to the White House, Kennedy Center....  [more]

the georgetowner

August 2008

a look into the past

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We have, after 54 years in business, begun a scrapbook collection for your perusal. Every two weeks, we will post entries and rare photographs seldom seen for your nostalgic pleasure. Little things that just come to mind; old photographs that for some reason have been put away in my special box beneath my desk...people, places, things I remember. Things like:..... [more]

by david roffman

August 2008

social scene:

  

the list: are you on it?
Adios Aaron

Aaron Jackson’s many fans and friends made certain that his departure from the Washington Ballet would not go without a fitting celebration as Omar Popal opened wide the doors to Napoleon’s Bistro..

 

“Carmen” Opening Night

The Summer Opera Theatre Company made a quantum leap this season from Catholic University to the Harman Center for the Arts.  The July 20 opening performance of “Carmen,”....

 

The Fairmont Welcomes Lonnie Giacometti

On July 23rd, the Fairmont Held a reception to welcome new Banquet Director Lonnie Giacometti, recently relocated from the Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston...

 

Forum Theatre’s “Marat/Sade” A Fond Farewell “Reincarnations” Zenith Gallery

August 2008
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To commemorate the opening ceremonies for the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing, Ping by Charlie Chiang’s will unveil an 08-08-08 promotion consisting of eight entrees priced at $8 each for eight hours, from 12 Noon to 8:00 p.m. on August 8, 2008. Enjoy Asian-fusion favorites, including Charlie’s flatiron steak and Chinese broccoli, crispy hot beef, honey tempura chicken, red pepper rosemary chicken and more. Ping by Charlie Chiang’s also has an expansive bar/lounge area with six flat-screen TVs, where guests can watch the Summer Olympics.  For the duration of the 2008 Games, Ping by Charlie Chiang’s also will offer a Summer Olympics ‘Pentathlon’ prix-fixe menu consisting of an amuse bouche, appetizer, soup, entree and dessert for $28.88 per person... [more]

By nycci Nellis

August 2008