International Gold Cup
• November 6, 2014

The 77th International Gold Cup steeplechase races held October 25th in The Plains, Va. strive to keep the tradition of the hunt alive with a number of family oriented events, such as pony and terrier races before the main event, best hat contests and an abundance of food vendors mixed among new car displays, parachute demonstrations and food-filled tailgates by families and corporations alike. According to the Official Gold Cup website, over 45,000 spectators attend the events. Pictured above is a sampling of the days happenings.

Theater Shorts
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Now Playing
Julius Caesar—Director Robert Richmond fiddles with Shakespeare’s classic play about power and war in ancient Rome. The staging is at once compelling and a little crazy. It’s overcooked, but it sizzles. The play is familiar, but you don’t know just how familiar until you see it like this. The Shakespearean lines and the fast-moving plot comes through with powerful clarity. Plus, it’s a top-notch cast headed by a bristling, cagey Maurice Jones as Mark Antony, the stirring Michael Sharon as Caesar and Louis Butelli, almost channeling John Malkovich as Cassius. At the Folger Theatre through Dec. 7.

Absolutely! {Perhaps}—For all you fans of the 20th-century’s great avant-garde playwright Luigi Pirandello, and we know you’re out there, here’s a production of his comedy about spies, love affairs and paranoia. At Constellation Theatre through Nov. 9.

Elmer Gantry—This musical version of the Sinclair Lewis novel about a huckster preacher in the 1920s has Eric Schaeffer at the helm. Burt Lancaster won an Oscar for playing Elmer. At Signature Theatre through Nov. 9.

Sex with Strangers—A cross-generational love story of sorts in a new play by Laura Eason, in which an older woman becomes involved with a blogger. Starring Holly Twyford, a Washington gift to theatre. At Signature Theatre through Dec. 7.

Our War—A unique and varied take on the Civil War in the Kogod Cradle at Arena Stage. Actors perform monologues by 30 top playwrights, with the participation of local notables, including Ruth Bader Ginsberg, Georgetown University President Dr. John J. DeGioia, Mark Ein and council members Jack Evans and David Grasso. At Arena Stage through Nov. 9.

The Little Dancer—A ground-up, much-anticipated musical at the Kennedy Center, centered on the relationship between painter Edgar Degas and 24-year-old Paris Opera Ballet budding dancer Marie van Goethem. This production has talent to burn—book and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen

Flaherty (“Ragtime”) and direction by Susan Stroman, who gave us the stirring dance piece “Contact,” as well as the recent “Bullets Over Broadway.” With Boyd Gaines as Degas and New York City Ballet Principal Dancer Tiler Peck as the young Marie. At the Eisenhower Theaer through Nov. 30.

How We Got On—An new across-the-generations play by Idris Goodwin set to the lively, edgy music of rap and hip hop. At the Forum Theatre through Nov. 23.

Fiddler on the Roof—Arena Artistic Director Molly Smith continues her exploration of the American musical with this production, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the show, by Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harrick with original choreography by Jerome Robbins, the original director. Jonathan Hadary stars as Tevye, the much put-upon shetl milkman who sings “If I Were a Rich Man,” among many classic songs. At Arena Stage through Jan. 4.

Coming Soon
The Gift of Nothing—At the Kennedy Center’s Theater for Young Audiences, a world-premiere production of a play conceived and written by Patrick McDonnell, Aaron Posner and Erin Weaver with music and lyrics by Andy Milton. Directed by Posner, based on the book by Patrick McDonnell. Based also on characters from the comic strip “Mutts” (Mooch, the tuxedo kitty, and his pal Earl, the small mutt with a big heart). At the Kennedy Center’s Family Theater, Nov. 22–Dec. 28.

The Intelligent Homosexual’s Guide to Capitalism and Socialism With a Key to the Scriptures—When Tony Kushner writes, you always have to pay attention. The author of “Angels in America” always has something to say. In this production of a new play by Kushner, directed by John Vreeke, a longshoreman and lifelong Communist confronts his offspring. At Theater J, Nov. 13–Dec. 21.

Diner—A world premiere of a new musical by Sheryl Crow and Barry Levinson, directed and choreographed by Kathleen Marshall. Based on Levinson’s classic movie about a group of Baltimore friends preparing for a wedding, At Signature Theater beginning Dec. 9.

Tiny Tim’s Christmas Carol—A adaptation by prolific playwright Ken Ludwig (with Jack Ludwig) of Dickens’s tale of Scrooge and Tiny Tim, directed by Jerry Whiddon. At Adventure Theater, Nov. 14–Jan. 1.

Five Guys Named Moe—A paean to the music of Louis Jordan, king of the jukebox, with a modern feel—all rolling out at the Funky Butt Club with tunes like “Let the Good Times Roll.” At Arena Stage, Nov. 14–Dec. 28.

Thanksgiving Meals Made Simple
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The countdown to Thanksgiving has officially started and the smells of roasted turkeys and savory stuffing will soon be in the air. If the thought of cooking all day makes you sick, why not dine out? This year, some of your favorite neighborhood locales will be whipping up decadent feasts so you don’t have to. Be sure to consider 1789, which is having a three-course prix fixe Thanksgiving dinner for $54. A la carte options like butternut squash soup, roasted beet salads, racks of lamb and maple glazed ham are also sure to delight.

The Grill Room at the Capella Hotel will have a six-course family style brunch and dinner for $95 per person. Guests can feast on parsnip soap, corn bread stuffed quail, roasted heritage turkey and apple wood smoked mashed potatoes along with cobblers and pies in the hotel’s elegant dining room.

Just down M Street, the Four Seasons’ acclaimed Bourbon Steak restaurant will be serving up traditional Thanksgiving dishes from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day with a three-course $110 fixed price menu. Their sister restaurant, Seasons will have a brunch buffet, also for $110, that will feature a variety of foods, from omelets to seafood and carving stations.
Just outside of Georgetown, the acclaimed French restaurant, Plume, at the Jefferson Hotel is having a three-course prix fixe menu on Thanksgiving for $98 per person and $45 for kids under twelve.

If you want to keep things simple this year without sacrificing the comforts of home, there’s no better destination than Whole Foods. The Wisconsin Avenue location has menu options that can be ordered both online and in store, with the option to have food delivered to your home. Best yet, Whole Foods’ fresh turkeys have no added hormones or antibiotics. One of the most popular menu options is the Oven Ready Turkey, which is uncooked but ready to roast. It’s prepared in its own cooking pan with butter, veggies and herbs. Another go-to is the Whole Foods Organic Thanksgiving Dinner, which includes a fully cooked organic turkey with ample sides for $129.99. Simply heat it up and enjoy your turkey alongside mushroom gravy, green bean casserole, country-mashed potatoes and more.

On your next visit to Dean & Deluca, ask for their Thanksgiving menu and explore the wide variety of dishes you can order ahead for your holiday at home. They‘ll also have a selection of traditional Thanksgiving foods in their prepared showcases.

Business Ins + Outs
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IN: Free People
Free People, a Bohemian apparel and retail store that sells women’s clothing and accessories, will open its first store in D.C. – at the former Fino Italiano space, 3009 M St., NW – by the end of the month. Owned by Philadelphia-based Urban Outfitters, Free People has more than 81 boutiques in the U.S. and two in Canada. It has six stores in the region.
IN: Rent the Runway
Rent the Runway will move into Cady’s Alley at 3336 M Street, NW, in mid-November. The store rents designer gowns, dresses and accessories.

OUT: Prince Cafe
The Georgetown Prince Café and Hookah Bar at 1042 Wisconsin Ave., NW, and its owner Ehab Asal have moved on. The business gained fame on WUSA Channel 9, which reported on its health code violations, including a “mummified rat inside the kitchen.” Local advisory neighborhood commissioner Bill Starrels observed: “The neighbors on all sides of Prince Cafe were thrilled that the business was moving on. The trash and grease was becoming a rat buffet. … Prince was a hookah bar that wasn’t even licensed for that. Chances are good that whatever replaces Prince Cafe will be a step forward for the neighborhood.”

Trickponi Pop-up, Nov. 6-9
A Trickponi pop-up in Georgetown will open at 3210 O St., NW, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 6, to Sunday, Nov. 9. The pop-up will showcase collections from unique Middle Eastern designers as well as U.S. designers including Christin Chang, Shosh New York and Emm Kuo.

IN: Alice and Olivia
The hip woman’s clothing boutique Alice and Olivia is under construction at 3303 M St., NW. Its founder Stacey Bendet is the designer who aims to make “a trouser sexy.” She launched the brand at Barneys in 2002. It now sells in more than 50 countries. The Georgetown store will be Alice and Olivia’s 14th store. It should open by the end of November.
GeorgeTownPool Pops Up, Nov. 15
A preppy men’s and women’s clothing store, GeorgeTownPool, will pop-up Nov. 15 at
1063 Wisconsin Ave., NW, in the space once occupied by the Pleasure Place, next to Filomena Ristorante. The pop-up shop originated on Nantucket this past summer with ideas from hospitality leader Bo Blair. The store is run by Georgetown native and Gonzaga alum Marty Ellsworth. Mike Pabb of Smith Point is also involved in the store, which will carry local brands such as Smathers and Branson and Sissy Yates, as well as Lilly Pulitzer, Southern Proper and more. Call 202-669-2659 for employment opportunities. The pop-up runs through Dec. 31.

GBA Reception at il Canale, Nov. 19
The Georgetown Business Association’s Nov. 19 networking reception from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the newly expanded il Canale restaurant, 1063 31st St., NW, will also be a “post-election celebration.” RSVP to 202-640-1279 or info@gtownbusiness.

Check Out The Latest Issue Of The Georgetowner
• November 4, 2014

Weekend Round Up October 30, 2014
• November 3, 2014

Adopt Force One

October 31st, 2014 at 11:00 AM | Event Website

Downtown visitors are invited to spend part of their afternoon visiting the Washington Humane Society’s mobile adoption van. Cats and dogs greet passersby in search of a play date. And for those who want to give an animal a permanent home, the van is equipped with Wi-Fi and a printer for a speedy adoption application process.
11:00am-3:00pm; Woodrow Wilson Plaza

Address

The Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center; 1300 Pennsylvania Ave., NW

Trick-or-Treating at Mount Vernon

October 31st, 2014 at 03:30 PM | The cost is $10 per adult and $5 per child. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. and close at 6 p.m. Tickets are | info@mountvernon.org | Tel: 7037802000 | Event Website

A historic treat! Mount Vernon opens its doors for the first time to trick-or-treaters! Join the costumed cast of interpreters for a special opportunity to trick-or-treat in the historic area.

Address

George Washington’s Mount Vernon; 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway; Mount Vernon, VA 22121

Trick or Treat Walk on Book Hill

October 31st, 2014 at 04:00 PM | Event Website

From 4 to 6 PM on Friday, October 31st bring your little ghosts and goblins trick-or-treating to the Book Hill merchants. Stores located along Wisconsin Ave between P St and the Georgetown Library will distribute treats to neighborhood children. Look for the CAG sign in the window to confirm participation. And be sure to have your photos taken by the professional photographer at the base of Book Hill Park, compliments of Long and Foster. Participating Stores include:

All We Art, Appalachian Spring, Britt Ryan, David Bell Antiques, Bacchus Wine, Susan Calloway Fine Art, Sherman Pickey, Patisserie Poupon, Salon Ilo, Urban Chic, Duo, Comer and Co., Little birdies – P St off of Wisconsin, The Phoenix, Sabun Home, Egg by Susan Lazar,

Address

Book Hill; Book Hill Merchants – Wisconsin Ave between P Street and the Georgetown Library

Fiber Art Show & Sale

November 1st, 2014 at 09:30 AM | free | president@potomacfiberartsguild.org | Tel: 703.548.0935 | Event Website

Our 25th annual sale of wearable art and fiber art supplies by twenty-five members of the Potomac Fiber Arts Gallery. Handcrafted, one-of-a-kind scarves, hats, garments, handbags, jewelry, yarn, fabrics, notions and gift items will be sold. Bargain tables include gallery-quality items and artists’ overstock of equipment, materials and supplies, books, and more. Customers may enter a drawing for a $50 gift certificate to our gallery at the Torpedo Factory!

Address

St. Mark Presbyterian Church; 10701 Old Georgetown Road; Rockville, MD 20852

Eating Local: Feeding the Urban Estate — Monthly Garden & House Tours

November 1st, 2014 at 10:30 AM | 8.00-15.00 | press@tudorplace.org | Tel: 202-965-0400 | Event Website

For almost 200 years, on-site food production was a central part of life at Tudor Place. From the smokehouse to the gardens, the estate helped sustain its owners and servants. This garden tour highlights the essential functions of the garden. The homesteading theme extends into the mansion where garden tools, cookbooks and domestic utensils complement an afternoon tour of the estate.
Choose a tour of Garden, House or both with a leisurely cafe lunch between
Garden Tour: 10:30| House Tour: 12:30

Address

1644 31st Street NW Washington, D.C. 20007

Capital Maritime Music Festival

November 1st, 2014 at 01:00 PM | Free; donations accepted | mweber@navymemorial.org | Tel: 202-737-2300 | Event Website

The U.S. Navy Memorial presents the second annual Capital Maritime Music Fest, an all-day family-friendly festival featuring songs of the sea, workshops, a star-spangled concert, a kid’s corner, and sing-a-longs. At 1 p.m., the U.S. Navy Sea Chanters will perform,followed by performances featuring the music and folklore of maritime culture. At 7 p.m., guests will enjoy performances by John Roberts, Janie Meneely and Calico Jenny, Alan Redi and Rob van Sante and the Washington Revels Maritime Voices.

Address

United States Navy Memorial; Naval Heritage Center; 701 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

GraveYards

November 1st, 2014 at 06:00 PM | Free | Event Website

The Yards will host its first-ever Day of the Dead festival, GraveYards. This free to attend event will transform the park into a graveyard complete with traditional day of the dead elements, street performers and a beer garden. Magicians, escape artists, balloon artists, stilt walkers, contortionists, fire artists and fortune-tellers will be wandering throughout the Yards entertaining attendees. Additionally, popular hard-rock folk band Kingsley Flood will perform.

Address

355 Water St., SE

Eddie Money

November 1st, 2014 at 07:30 PM | $45.00 – $50.00 | heatherh@wolftrap.org | Tel: 877.965.3872 | Event Website

Enjoy the best of classic rock with catchy, upbeat tunes from the star who gave us ’80s hits including “Take Me Home Tonight” and “Two Tickets to Paradise”

Address

1551 Trap Road Vienna VA, 22182

Breathe Deep DC

November 2nd, 2014 at 09:00 AM | $30 | breathedeepdc@lungevity.org | Event Website

Breathe Deep DC is a 5K untimed walk raising funds for critical lung cancer research, education, and support. The course is friendly to strollers, wheelchairs and pets (must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and cleaned up after). Participants will enjoy a festive atmosphere with music, free refreshments and kids’ activities. Awards will be given to the largest team, the top fundraising team and the most creative team name.

Address

Washington Monument (at the Sylvan Theater); The National Mall; 15th Street and Independence Avenue SW

Washington Bach Consort presents “The Little Organ Book – Part 1”

November 2nd, 2014 at 03:00 PM | Tickets $23-$65, Students 18 and younger $10, Pay Your Age 18-38 | contact@bachconsort.org | Tel: 2024292121 | Event Website

For the first time J. Reilly Lewis and the Washington Bach Consort Chorus present, in two annual cycles, all forty-five chorale preludes from the Little Organ Book (Das Orgelbüchlein), the first of three major organ collections Bach assembled over the course of his lifetime. Rounding out the program will be a selection of J.S. Bach’s brilliant organ preludes.

Address

National Presbyterian Church; 4101 Nebraska Avenue, NW

Fall Award Dinner National Aeronautic Association

November 5th, 2014 at 06:30 PM | $95/seat | events@naa.aero | Event Website

The Fall Awards Dinner will be held on Wednesday, November 5 at the Crystal Gateway Marriot in Arlington. The presentation of the Brewer, Mackay, and Katharine Wright Trophies as well as the Distinguished Statesman of Aviation and Public Benefit Flying Awards will take place.

Address

Crystal Gateway Marriott, 1700 Jeff Davis Hwy (corner of Eads & 15th) Arlington, VA

Weekend Round Up October 23, 2014
• October 27, 2014

Hoya Homecoming, Georgetown University

October 24th, 2014 at 10:00 AM | advancementevents@georgetown.edu | Tel: Events Hotline 202-687-2064 | Event Website

Starting Friday 10/24 and continuing through the weekend students and alumni will have a chance to catch up with old friends and get acquainted with new ones. Some of the events will include: Homecoming Tailgate, The 2014 Mr. Georgetown Pageant and Homecoming Mass at Dahlgren Chapel.

Address

Rafik B. Hariri Bldg., Georgetown University, Washington, D.C. 20007

S&R Foundation’s Arts Concerts Series

October 24th, 2014 at 06:30 PM | $65 | Tel: 202.298.6007 | Event Website

Winner of the prestigious Primrose International Viola Competition in 2011, Ayane Kozasa also captured the competition’s Mozart Award for the best chamber music performance, as well as its Askim Award for her performance of the competition’s commissioned work.

Address

1623 28th Street NW

Visit of the Restored Historic 1914 Copperthite Pie Company Truck

October 25th, 2014 at 01:00 PM | Tel: 202-727–0233 | Event Website

Meet Michael C. Copperthite, descendent of the founders of the Connecticut-Copperthite Pie Company (established 1885 in Georgetown), and learn about the restoration his company’s 1914 Model T Ford pie delivery truck.

Address

3260 R St. NW

Smithsonian Craft2Wear Show

October 25th, 2014 at 10:00 AM | $8 | austrpr@si.edu | Tel: 888.832.9554 | Event Website

A show and sale of wearable art featuring jewelry, clothing and accessories featuring over 50 American craft and wearable art designers, all previously juried into the renowned Smithsonian Craft Show.

Address

National Building Museum; 401 F Street, NW

Marco Bicego Personal Appearances at Tiny Jewel Box // Saturday, October 25th

October 25th, 2014 at 11:00 AM | N/A | vbustamante@lsagency.com | Tel: 212 242 9353 x 245 | Event Website

Marco Bicego redefines the phrase “timeless luxury.” He truly embodies the essence of an Italian brand, with all of his designs artisanally produced by hand in Vicenza, Italy.

Marco will be at Tiny Jewel Box in Washington DC on Saturday, October 25th from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Address

1147 Connecticut Ave NW

Opera At The Plaza

October 25th, 2014 at 02:00 PM | isobel@taapr.com | Tel: 2026258370

Enjoy the sounds of the upcoming season’s best loved arias through a preview of the Washington National Opera’s talented Domingo-Cafritz Young Artists. All are welcome to enjoy the live musical performances, enter to win special shopping giveaways and enjoy light bites courtesy of the various restaurants at The Shops at Wisconsin Place, including the Capital Grille, Le Pain Quotidien and P.F. Chang’s.

Address

5310 Western Avenue; Chevy Chase MD 20815

Fashion. Art. Design. Georgetown: Advance Style the Movie

October 25th, 2014 at 03:00 PM | $18 | Event Website

The Georgetown Business Improvement District, in partnership with Bond 360 and AMC Loews Theater, brings to Washington the much-anticipated fashion documentary, Advanced Style. This exclusive regional premiere is part of FASHION ART DESIGN, taking place in Georgetown on.

Address

AMC Loews Georgetown 14; 3111 K St NW

Artist Talk with Michael Hampton

October 25th, 2014 at 03:00 PM | FREE | gallery@callowayart.com | Tel: 202-965-4601 | Event Website

Michael Hampton’s watercolors, part of the joint exhibition Observations of Form at Susan Calloway Fine Arts, draw from the artist’s passion for classical architecture. In his artist talk, Hampton will describe both his focus and inspiration from 17th and 18th century architecture of the French Ancien Regime, Italian Baroque and Palladianism in England. Hampton will explain his drafting technique and dedication to this specialized and fading art form.

Address

Susan Calloway Fine Arts, 1643 Wisconsin Ave NW

The 2014 Community Ball

October 25th, 2014 at 06:30 PM | 125 | mark@awidercircle.org | Tel: 301-608-3504 | Event Website

Join A Wider Circle for its annual fundraiser, The Community Ball, a premier event that brings together hundreds of individuals and companies to celebrate the work of A Wider Circle and its mission to end poverty. The 2014 Community Ball will be held at the Grand Hyatt Washington on Saturday, October 25. Enjoy a fantastic dinner, music, great company, and a program for the ages!

The mission of A Wider Circle is simple: to end poverty for one individual and one family after another.

Address

1000 H St NW

Opera at the Plaza

October 25th, 2014 at 02:00 PM | $10 donation | info@shopwisconsinplace.com | Event Website

The free concert provides a unique
opportunity for music lovers to experience Washington National Opera’s (WNO) talented Young Artists perform
some of Opera’s Best Loved Arias and enjoy previews of the Opera’s season.

Address

5310 Western Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815

39th Marine Corps Marathon

October 26th, 2014 at 07:55 AM | Event Website

Marines will fill streets in D.C. and Northern Virginia as they embark on the 26.2-mile journey through D.C. and Northern Virginia. The MCM promises a spectacular start with international flags from 54 different nations and the firing of the M2A1 Howitzer.

Address

Intersection of Army Navy Dr & Fern St; Arlington, VA 22202

Fashion Yards

October 26th, 2014 at 01:00 PM | Free | shelby@brandlinkdc.com | Event Website

Fashion Yards at The Yards Park is DC’s most popular shopping pop-up market. The region’s top four-wheeled fashion trucks and stand-alone boutiques will give new meaning to the term “yard sale” when they line Water Street for an afternoon of shopping. Twenty retailers will offer an impressive selection of clothing, accessories, home décor and more. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary champagne lounge courtesy of Gilt City DC, RSVP here – http://www.giltcity.com/dc.

Address

The Yards Park; 355 Water Street SE

Muriel for Mayor
• October 24, 2014

There is an often-noted lack of enthusiasm in the electorate considering the choices in the 2014 race for Mayor of the District of Columbia.

We share some of that feeling when looking at the three top candidates on the ballot, all of whom present voters with a mix of positives worthy of commendation and worrisome negatives.

In the end, after due consideration, the Georgetowner endorses the winner of the Democratic Party primary, Ward 4 Councilmember Muriel Bowser, for mayor. This is not done without some misgivings, but they outweigh both the positive qualities she would bring to the job and some of the concerns we have about her opponents.

David Catania, an Independent At-Large councilmember, gave up his powerful slot on the council to run for mayor, for which he should be commended. However, he brings with him a reputation for confrontational, high-handed tactics and arrogance in dealing with opponents, other members of the council, the media and peers. Council member Catania has said that he admits to being passionate in the pursuit of goals and issues, and that he is often “impatient.” The issue of his temperament has become increasingly prominent in the few debates that have been held. Ultimately, that disposition offsets Catania’s love for the city, his wealth of detailed ideas for improving the city and his broad, detailed policy expertise and intelligence.

Carol Schwartz, who entered the campaign as an Independent, has carved out a career as a heartfelt advocate for the city’s less fortunate, around education and labor issues, as a school board member, a long-time at large city council member and a frequent candidate for mayor. But she has been out of office for six years, a gap we feel is too large.

We have some caveats about Muriel Bowser’s candidacy, which was begun and built with the support of mentor Mayor Adrian Fenty. Like many observers of this campaign, we were put off by her pronouncement that she would participate in only four debates, which effectively cut out many wards and neighborhoods in looking at the candidates up close and personal. We also, like some of her opponents, question the depth of her legislative output.

Yet, we have also seen that she has grown in the course of her years on the council with regard to achievement and expertise. Over the course of the campaign, she has taken on a sure-footed, appealing confidence. She has shown that she can negotiate, compromise and work effectively with her peers on the council and in the wake of political scandals that wounded Mayor Vincent Gray and ousted council members Kwame Brown, Michael Brown and Harry Thomas Jr. She addressed the issue by putting forth a broad ethics reform bill which, while met with some skepticism, was a notable improvement over the system in place.

In the end, in a city in which politicians always talk about the concept of “One City,” we feel that Bowser, with her strong roots in the community (she was born and raised in D.C.) is the strongest candidate. She holds a broad appeal across the city among both black and white voters, and we admire her zeal for affordable housing and her ability to work with a broad spectrum of people, especially in a city in the midst of major changes. Bowser should be the next mayor of Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C., Ranks in Top 3 for Rat Population
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Rats are no strangers to Georgetowners, notorious for their scurrying around the neighborhood’s sidewalks and waterfront when the sun sets.

Washington, D.C., was ranked the third rattiest city in the country, according to a recent study completed by insect and pest control company Orkin. While the rankings are based solely on the number of rodent treatments the company carried out in 2013, it is not an all-encompassing rat census.

According to the rankings, the District of Columbia, which was grouped with Hagerstown, Md., came in just above New York City in terms of rat infestation. Chicago came in first and Los Angeles beat D.C. out for a close second. The study additionally reported that in the past year at lead one-third of Americans spotted rodents in their homes.

In the past year, the D.C. government has hired a rat consultant, Robert Corrigan, and held a number of workshops to help educate the public on how to lower the number of rodents in and around their homes. The best way to eliminate rats is to get rid of their food sources. Simple things like closing the lid on trash containers and scraping your grill when you are finished using it can be very effective.

Cultural Leadership Breakfast, October 9, 2014
• October 23, 2014

Be among the first to welcome Melissa Chiu to D.C. as she assumes the role of director at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden. The Australian-born former head of New York’s Asia Society Museum is here just in time to celebrate the Hirshhorn’s 40th anniversary.

Chiu’s hiring marks a new direction for the Hirshhorn, which was plagued by controversy under former director Richard Koshalek. She comes into the role as an able fundraiser with a strong background in the arts, particularly those from the Asia-Pacific. We are excited to hear and ask questions about how the Hirshhorn will grow, evolve and thrive under her leadership.

Oct. 9, 2014

8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

The George Town Club

1530 Wisconsin Ave., NW

$15 for George Town Club members

$20 for non-members

Continental breakfast included

RSVP by October 7th to Richard@georgetowner.com or call 202-338-4833