Valentine’s Day Dining Guide  

February 10, 2022

Valentine’s Day falls on a Monday this year, inspiring many Georgetown restaurants to extend their holiday specials over the prior weekend – good news for celebrants who want to enjoy […]

Mapping Georgetown: February Love Stories

February 7, 2022

  “Just an old-fashioned love song…”  Three Dog Night (Paul Williams) “Talkin’ ‘bout my girl…”  The Temptations Ah, it’s February… Have you got one of these love songs stuck in your […]

Homeschool History Days: Love Letter

August 5, 2021

Introduce students to our nation’s past! Through hands-on programming at Dumbarton House, homeschool students ages 5-12 are invited to “travel back in time” 220 years and explore the early history […]

Georgetown Couples: Funny Valentines, Lifelong Loves

February 11, 2021

It’s been a rough year for everyone, but these three couples have managed to see it through with grace, strength and a little humor.

Valentine’s Weekend Dining in Georgetown


After too many months of housebound togetherness, local restaurants are betting that couples are ready to dine out — or to splurge on take-home luxury.  

Happy Days Are Here Again … in the Next Georgetowner

February 4, 2021

The Georgetowner’s next print issue, appearing Feb. 10, will celebrate the new administration, as well as Black History Month and Valentine’s Day.

Cook on a Whim: Crisp and Chewy Strawberry Sugar Cookies

February 13, 2020

These cookies are naturally pink, and they are unmistakably strawberry. They are the perfect treat for Valentine’s Day.

Cupid’s Undie Run Begins 2nd Decade in D.C. (photos)

February 10, 2020

On Feb. 8, for the 11th time, hundreds of hardy individuals jogged along D.C. streets wearing nothing but their underwear.

Cook on a Whim: Spanish Sparkling Saffron Scallops

February 6, 2020

Pair this dish with some good crusty bread for mopping up the sauce — and maybe a fresh salad — and you have the perfect romantic dinner.

A Gift of Love, Always

February 14, 2019

Love runs on words, sweet words, outrageous words, words like jet fuel, words as imaginary happenings, flying fast and furious and helpless with imaginary wings.