The Georgetowner’s 70th Anniversary Cover Stars: Image Energy & Portrait Power
, , , • October 9, 2024

We can’t tell you how many times we’ve been asked: “When will I be on the cover of The Georgetowner?” It’s a good question.   For decades now, this newspaper has […]

Downtowner: New Divorce Law; Metro Fares; Cicadas; Carjackings
• February 14, 2024

D.C. Law Removes Waiting Period Before Divorce   There’s a new law in the District jettisoning the waiting period for couples who want to divorce. The law is in response to […]

A Romantic Playlist, Just in Time for Valentine’s Day
• February 8, 2024

Compiled by Kate Oczypok In honor of Valentine’s Day, The Georgetowner has created a playlist of our favorite romantic songs curated by staff members. We compiled a Spotify account for […]

Rubenstein to Leave Kennedy Center, Possibly Buy Orioles
• February 1, 2024

After 14 years at The Kennedy Center, Chair of the center’s Board, David Rubenstein is ready to play ball — with the Baltimore Orioles that is. The Angelos family, current […]

Emmy’s Recap and a Remembrance
• January 16, 2024

Remembering The Washington Post’s Tom Shales: Pulitzer Prize-winning TV critic Tom Shales has died of complications from Covid and renal failure at the age of 79. Shales spent almost four […]

Weekend Roundup, Jan. 11 – 15
• January 11, 2024

Happy weekend! Now that we’re well into 2024, there are lots of interesting things to do this weekend. Remember to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy over the weekend […]

Where Is Honor to Be Found?  
• August 16, 2023

The founders of our great nation knew our Constitutional Republic could only survive if our citizens were honorable. But now we search in vain for traces of character in our […]

Weekend Roundup, Aug. 10 – 13
• August 10, 2023

Happy weekend! Summer is (sadly) winding down, but that does mean more cool activities around town. Check out a tribute at the Exorcist Steps, a hip-hop block party at the […]

ArtsWatch: New Directors at D.C. Arts Commission, Solas Nua; Cézanne Restorations
• July 13, 2023

Here are the latest arts moves in Washington, with news from The National Building Museum, D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities, Arena Stage and more.   Phillips Collection to Restore […]

Weekend Roundup, April 27 – 30
• April 27, 2023

A busy weekend is upon us! Rest up now to get ready to head to the 20th annual French Market, a weekend spring garden sale at Mount Vernon, Glen Echo […]