A Conversation with the Chief Retail Officer for the White House Historical Association Luci Shanahan
• December 18, 2025

As Chief Retail Officer for the White House Historical Association, Luci Shanahan oversees the development and design of all the association’s products, including the annual Official White House Christmas ornament. […]

Where to Celebrate the New Year in Georgetown
• December 17, 2025

Celebrate a little auld lang syne this season and reserve New Year’s Eve dinner or New Year’s Day brunch, in Georgetown, or perhaps celebrate at a blowout bash. However you […]

Weekend Roundup: What to Do Between Christmas and New Year’s
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Today’s weekend roundup offers 10 options for things to between Christmas and New Year’s. Whether you are staying in town with family, or getting together with friends, here are things […]

D.C. Bars and Restaurants Go All Out With Festive Holiday Decor
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Enjoy these holiday restaurants and bars decorated for the holiday season in Georgetown and downtown. If you have family in town, these are great options for a night out! Happy […]

The Georgetowner’s 2025 Holiday Movie Soundtrack Playlist
• December 16, 2025

One of my favorite things about the holiday season are the timeless classics to watch every year, sharing them with friends and family. This year, instead of asking Georgetowner staffers […]

Weekend Roundup: Holiday Concerts Fill the City with Cheer
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This weekend, you have your pick of holiday concerts! Mount Vernon is also offering their popular “Mount Vernon by Candlelight” series too. Happy holidays! See L’Opera Comique de Washington’s ‘Winter […]

Weekend Roundup: Holiday Magic Incoming
• December 10, 2025

With just two weeks left until Christmas, there are a multitude of holiday performances and concerts to attend, along with many other weekend events, both festive and non-holiday related. Happy […]

Council Eases Streatery Fees, Rules  
• December 9, 2025

On Tuesday, Dec. 2, the District Council voted unanimously to reduce occupancy fees for streateries and allow additional design flexibility. The legislation went into effect immediately and will be in place for 90 days.    Before the emergency legislation, the District Department of Transportation determined that restaurants […]

December Auction Block
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 We round out December’s auction highlights with a U.S. flag from Doyle and a Picasso vase from Christie’s, each selling for over twice the high estimate; an abstract, beveled-edge painting […]

DowntownerDC
• December 8, 2025

Not MAGA: Sabrina Carpenter, Franklin the Turtle   After Sabrina Carpenter’s song “Juno” was used in an Immigration and Customs Enforcement video, Carpenter tweeted: “Do not ever involve me or my music to benefit your inhumane agenda.” Likewise, Franklin the […]