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Gary Tischler • September 15, 2014

It’s hard to believe that Joan Rivers will never say another word, funny, obscene, outrageous, funny and funnier or otherwise.

It’s true. Her daughter Melissa, with whom she had a show on television, called “Fashion Police,” made the announcement Sept. 4 that the comedienne had “died peacefully surrounded by family at Mt. Sinai hospital.” Rivers had gone into cardiac arrest during what was described as a routine medical procedure a week ago and had been on life support before being moved to a private room yesterday.

You suspect that, if given the opportunity, she might not have gone so gently or quietly into that good night, given her reputation for irreverence and given the fact that she had always something to say about something and everything, not all of it music to the ear.

There really wasn’t anybody like Joan Rivers, who looked, well, fabulous into 81 years, some of that bouffant blonde glamorous look due to plastic surgery, a fact which gave her plenty of material to make fun of. That was one of the things about Rivers—she wanted to do nothing but make people laugh, an ambition which she succeeded at most of the time, leaving behind the echo of loud laughter, louder outrage and wounded egos. She could laugh at herself. She didn’t care, and she didn’t mind.

At some point in her life and lives, she was a stand-up comedian—one of the first of her sex—an actress, a director (of a very funny movie called “Rabbit Test,” starring Billy Crystal in 1978), a fashion judge, a frequent guest on Johnny Carson’s “The Tonight Show” (until she wasn’t), a television star, a reality show star (with her daughter) with whom she often fought, a tough-love mother and daughter act. She was a writer, repeatedly telling the story of her life and laughs, in periodic between-the-covers-of-a-book updates. The titles tell the story: “Enter Talking,” “Still Talking,” “I Hate Everybody, Especially Me” and “Diary of a Mad Diva” among many. She was just about always unapologetic, if she happened to offend someone, which was fairly often.

She was also very, very funny, one-of-a-kind funny. Way back when she was in a play called “Driftwood,” in which she played a lesbian with a crush on Barbra Streisand—a pre-“Funny Girl” and “People” Streisand. She and her daughter practically invented the red carpet fashion critique act, in which she skewered bad dresses and the people who wore them, as in “I am wearing Ralph Lauren.”

She was once the subject of one of those infamous roasts, conducted by celebrities, other comics, film actors and the like—Dean Martin has a collection of them. The occasion, as was the case with others, was obscene, merciless and funny. When Rivers showed up to roast others, it very likely caused panic attacks in the hearts of the subjects.

Rivers lives on YouTube, of course, as do so many—there is a very funny sequence with a Johnny Carson appearance, a task she had being doing 21 years at the time, and she brought a dress and hair and a necklace which she’s worn on the first such appearance. “What happened to my hair?” Carson asked. The two had a falling out over the fact that Rivers had neglected to warn Carson about the fact that she was going to be doing a late-night talk show opposite Carson.

There is a fairly recent video of Rivers essentially staring and yelling down a heckler at an appearance in Wisconsin in which she used her credo as a kind of bold comedy statement. She’d made an off-color joke about Helen Keller. A guy in the crowd yelled, “That’s not funny.” “Yes, it is,” Rivers shot back. “I had a deaf mother, you stupid ass. … I learned that you have to laugh at everything so you can get over it . You stupid SOB.”

Rivers was inspired by Lenny Bruce. No shrinking violet either, Bruce, too, was like nobody else, and he suffered for it along with his addictions. Rivers got over things and thrived well into an age when you’re not supposed to be thriving, not supposed to be sharp-witted, stomp up and down and just raise hell. What Betty White has done remains a mystery.

You can just imagine what’s happening upstairs, where they have the first gated community. “Maybe we should lock the gate,” someone says. “I’m coming in,” the brash one might say.

“Get over it.” Still, down here, it’s a lot quieter.

Robert Devaney •

“I feel I am at my real-life Hogwarts,” said Heather Sewell of Halcyon House. She is one of seven inaugural fellows of the Halcyon Incubator, a 14-month fellowship and social entrepreneurship program, administered by the S&R Foundation.

The Halcyon fellows were publicly acknowledged at a Sept. 4 presentation at historic Halcyon House on Prospect Street, where they will live for the next four months with 10 additional months of collaboration, support and consulting with program staffers.

“The Halcyon Incubator is a place to work . . . and learn . . .,” said Kate Goodall, chief operating officer of S&R Foundation, which takes no equity from the fellows’ projects. Goodall said the no-strings-attached fellowships benefit from “the unique properties of Washington, D.C.”

The program, according to the foundation, “provides fellows with rent-free housing and office space, food and living stipends, mentorship, complimentary strategic, legal and PR resources,” as it “nurtures problem-solvers addressing 21st-century social challenges by transforming raw talent and audacious ideas into scalable ventures.”

Citing the story of calm nesting days for the Halcyon bird, as pictured in the program’s logo, S&R Foundation CEO and co-founder Sachiko Kuno said, “Halcyon is such an aptly named house for an incubator.” At the presentation in Halcyon’s ballroom, she introduced her husband Ryuji Ueno to the crowd — “my media-shy co-founder.”

Kuno and Ueno — who hail from Japan and made their fortune in the pharmaceutical business — made a big splash in Georgetown, when they purchased the Evermay Estate ($22 million) on the east side in July 2011 and then Halcyon House ($11 million) on the west side in March 2012. Both historic properties are used by S&R Foundation. (Halcyon House underwent a $3-million renovation.)

The foundation was founded in 2000 and includes the Overtures Concert Series, the Evermay Chamber and science programs and awards.

Introduced by Incubator program manager Ryan Ross, each fellow had his or her story to tell and vision to persuade — and each made quite an impression. They are seven chosen out of 200 applicants. (Next year’s class application deadline is Sept. 18.)

Olivier Kamanda of Ideal Impact wants the news to go further; his website shows how or where one can help to volunteer or contribute. Ari Raz of Purejoy wants to produce fresh baby food for all. Diana Sierra of BeGirl wants to help women around the world have sanitary pads they can use, as they work or go to school, during menstruation. Ben Reich and Dan Gallagher of Datasembly run a data aggregate that helps small businesses sift through it all, avoiding the “data-rich and info-poor” conundrum. Founder of the Daily Prophet, a online newspaper inspired by the Harry Potter book series, Heather Sewell of NewsEase wants reading news and other stories to be more educational. Matt Fischer of Control A+ has constructed a monitor that predicts asthma attacks.

Can these fellows change the world? It might just help that they started to make it all work at Halcyon House — and in Georgetown, more innovative than most suspect.

Peter Murray •

Mr. Smith’s Restaurant closed at the end of August, but it’s just getting around to auctioning off its old stuff. The bar is relocating to the old Chadwicks location and is shedding its old décor in the process. Items for sale include small statues, beer signs, kitchen equipment, glassware and more. If you’re interested in checking out items for sale, visit Mr. Smith’s between noon and 4 p.m., Sept. 9. Rasmus Auctions is in charge of the online auction, which runs until Wednesday. Follow the link for more information. rasmus.com

Robert Devaney •

Film production for the upcoming summer 2015 “Pixels” shut down Wisconsin Avenue from M Street to Dumbarton Street for a street scene of pedestrians and cars Saturday morning, Sept. 6, roughly 7 a.m. to just past noon. Martin’s Tavern and other classic stores were in the shoot.

The film stars Adam Sandler, who plays a former video games champion with a less than great job. His character is called by the government to help fight extraterrestrial aliens, who have mistaken videos of games as an act of aggression from the Earth and attack. Haven’t we heard this plot before? Most of the film is being shot in Toronto.

Georgetowner •

Turbokick Kickboxing at the Georgetown Neighborhood Library

September 11th, 2014 at 07:00 PM | Free | Erika.Rydberg@dc.gov | Tel: 202-727-0232 | Event Website](http://dclibrary.org/georgetown)

Want to kick-start your fall with a great workout? Join Stanli Montgomery, a professional fitness instructor, as she teaches Turbokick, a high-energy cardio kickboxing class, at the library in this one time class. We will take the first 30 people that register for this fitness class, but we will also have a waitlist. To register please email Erika.Rydberg@dc.gov at least 48 hours prior to the class.
Address

3260 R Street NW Washington, DC 20007

Brighter Futures Breakfast

September 12th, 2014 at 08:00 AM | kdugan@DoorwaysVA.org | Tel: 703-504-9289 | [Event Website](http://www.doorwaysva.org/)

Doorways has been serving the Arlington community for over 36 years, and creates pathways out of domestic violence and homelessness, leading to safe and stable lives. The Breakfast will highlight Doorways’ empowering programs and services that have helped thousands of men, women and children build safer, more independent and fulfilling lives. During this one-hour event, a continental breakfast will be provided, followed by clients sharing their incredible journeys out of crisis.

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National Rural Electric Cooperative Association; 4301 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203

Galleries on Book Hill – Fall Art Walk

September 12th, 2014 at 06:00 PM | Free | neptunebrowngalleries@gmail.com | Tel: 2023380353 | [Event Website](http://georgetowngalleries.com/)

The Georgetown Galleries on Book Hill invite you to our FALL ART WALK: Friday, September 12 from 6 – 8 pm. Nine galleries will host an evening stroll and launch their fine art exhibitions in the most beautiful part of Washington, DC. Add to your collection and please join us for a night of art, fun, and refreshments.

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1662 33rd St. NW

Opening Reception: The Light that She Loves, Literary Paintings and Drawings by Maud Taber-Thomas

September 12th, 2014 at 06:00 PM | FREE | gallery@callowayart.com | Tel: 202-965-4601 | [Event Website](http://www.callowayart.com/)

Maud Taber-Thomas creates luminous drawings and paintings that embody a loving conversation between several different art forms. Her paintings tell the stories that she discovers in Victorian and Medieval literature, capture the vibrant light and color of far-off places and distant time periods, and weave together symbols in compositions reminiscent of polyphonic music.

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Susan Calloway Fine Arts; 1643 Wisconsin Ave NW

Taste Of Georgetown

September 13th, 2014 at 12:00 PM | Tel: 202-298-9222 | Event Website](http://www.tasteofgeorgetown.com/)

The annual Taste of Georgetown, celebrates its 21st year on Saturday, September 13, 2014 from 12 noon-5pm with creative tastes from more than 35 of the neighborhood’s best restaurants, as well as an expansive Craft Beer and Wine Pavilion and live entertainment. For the first time in the event’s history, the Taste will move from Wisconsin Avenue to K Street.

The Taste of Georgetown has become the premier food and wine festival of D.C. and benefits Georgetown Ministry Center’s.

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K Street NW adjacent Georgetown Waterfront Park between Wisconsin Avenue and Thomas Jefferson Street.

12th Annual Alexandria King Street Art Festival.

September 13th, 2014 at 10:00 AM | free | info@artfestival.com | Tel: 561-746-6615 | [Event Website](http://www.artfestival.com/)

Art lovers and collectors converge on King Street in beautiful Alexandria to meet local and national artists from 30 different states who will showcase their works including glass, mixed media, paintings, jewelry, and pottery. A unique blend of contemporary, original works at affordable prices. Saturday 10:00 am to 7:00 pm & Sunday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. www.ArtFestival.com – 561-746-6615. All ages welcome. Free.

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480 King St.; Alexandria, VA 22314

Family Day

September 13th, 2014 at 10:00 AM | Free | LincolnsCottage@savingplaces.org | Tel: 202-829-0436 | Event Website](http://lincolncottage.org/familyday2014/)

Celebrate Family Day at President Lincoln’s Cottage and enjoy the Soldiers’ Home grounds as the Lincoln family once did. Family members of all ages will enjoy the live entertainment and activities inspired by the Lincoln family and their life at the Soldiers’ Home. Activities include: pony rides, petting zoo, Civil War military encampment, US Army Brass Quintet, DIY top hats, picnicking grounds, Civil War-era games.

Address

140 Rock Creek Church Road, NW

Civil War Georgetown Tours

September 13th, 2014 at 10:30 AM | 8.00-15.00 | info@tudorplace.org | Tel: 202-965-0400 | [Event Website](http://www.tudorplace.org/event/house-walking-tours-tudor-place-and-the-civil-war-home-front/2014-09-13/)

Civil War meant uncertain times for Tudor Place and surrounding Georgetown. Learn in a unique house tour how owner Britannia Kennon saved her family home by boarding Union officers. After breaking for lunch on your own, return for an expert guided tour of historic Georgetown. See in person relics of the war’s turmoil including a Union hospital, grave sites of Confederate spies, and a mansion at the heart of the tragic slave escape ship, The Pearl.

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1644 31st street NW

Star-Spangled Spectacular: the 200th Anniversary of our National Anthem Celebration

September 13th, 2014 at 06:00 PM

Observe the bicentennial of the writing of “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the spot that endured the British bombardment, inspiring Francis Scott Key to write what became our National Anthem. This evening program commemorates that historic event through patriotic music by the United States Marine Band “The President’s Own,” the Morgan State University Choir and others.

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Fort McHenry; 2400 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230

Contemplation & communion, 5pm Sundays, Grace Church

September 14th, 2014 at 05:00 PM | Free | assistant@gracedc.org | Tel: 202-333-7100 | [Event Website](http://www.gracedc.org/)

Grace Episcopal Church (www.gracedc.org) invites you to join them on Sundays at 5pm for a meditative service, an hour of contemplation and communion. Serene, historic Grace Church is located at 1041 Wisconsin Avenue NW in Georgetown. Come join us! Refreshments afterwards.

Address

1041 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20007

Burl-eoke! Loves the Troops!

September 14th, 2014 at 06:30 PM | $10-$15 | 1viciousbunny@gmail.com | Tel: 4433158289 | [Event Website](https://www.facebook.com/events/557849404318965/)

The audience decides who wins in this game show that teams up karaoke singers and burlesque performers to compete for prizes!
We have finally made the move down I95 and we’re celebrating by honoring our nations service members!
Join Bunny Vicious and Lunchbox Lauren for the Capitol premier of the most fun burlesque show in the world!

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The Bier Baron Tavern; 1523 22nd St NW

RiRa Georgetown Charity Golf Tournament

September 17th, 2014 at 12:00 PM | [Event Website]http://rira.5.golfreg.com/ng/index.cfm/a62673/regPages/pages/?p=38880

Next Wednesday the 17th, RiRa Georgetown will host its first Charity Golf Tournament. All proceeds will be donated to the Salute Military Golf Association.

You can enter a team or enter as a single and join a team on the day. Event starts at 12pm.

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Westfield Golf Club; 13940 Balmoral Greens Ave, Clifton, VA 20124

Support a Cause on The Rooftop at The Embassy Row

September 17th, 2014 at 05:00 PM

The Rooftop at The Embassy Row Hotel is excited announce the launch of our “Support a Cause” series. $1 from every draft beer and glass of wine ordered will be donated to the chosen non-profit. The first event in the series, organized by Travel Channel’s Kathleen Rellihan will support The Runaway Bridesmaids Race to raise awareness and funds to fight human trafficking. Enjoy drinks for a great cause, raffled goodies, and a beautiful view of the DC skyline.

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The Rooftop at The Embassy Row Hotel; 2015 Massachusetts Ave NW

Robert Devaney •

Tari D.C. Boutique-Couture Consignment, opened by owner Sara Mokhtari in November 2010 at 1525 Wisconsin Ave., NW, will close at the end of Sunday, Aug. 31.

“We regret to inform you that Tari will be closing its doors,” Mokhtari wrote to her clients. “The building is under new ownership, and they plan to occupy the space for a different use. Due to the limited notice we received, we have not secured a new place as of yet. We have been diligently looking for a smaller space in Georgetown as well as other areas in the city . . .”

“After four years of tears and sweat yet still lots of laughs, I’m taking a little break,” Mokhtari further wrote to her friends on Facebook. “I’ve sold my building and will keep you posted on my future plans. Please stop by Tari.”

Having renovated and redesigned the property, Mokhtari said that she received an offer she couldn’t refuse. She did not reveal who the new owner is — or if it is a retail business.

Meanwhile, the owner of the sophisticated shop and ultracool space is putting most of everything up for a blowout sale at Tari: dresses, gowns, accessories, jewelry — and, for the guys, suits and shirts. Some fixtures are up for grabs, too.

The event space above the main shop — which is part of the sale — will honor already scheduled events, Mokhtari said.

Georgetowner •

Salamander Resort & Spa Celebrates its First Year Anniversary with a Birthday Bash Weekend

AUGUST 29TH, 2014 AT 06:30 PM | $30 | TEL: 800.651.0721 | EVENT WEBSITE

Salamander Resort & Spa is celebrating its first anniversary with a fun-filled Birthday Bash over Labor Day Weekend featuring numerous activities, contests and packages. – the resort will host a Birthday Bubbles celebration from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Filled with bottomless sparkling wine, birthday sweets and live entertainment, the event will take place on the Grand Terrace and Lawn. Admission is $30 per person.

Address

500 North Pendleton Street; Middleburg, VA 20117

Fabulous 1940s Party

AUGUST 30TH, 2014 AT 07:30 AM | $95 | ALESSANDRA@BENDUREPR.COM | TEL: 703-777-3174 EXT. 113 | EVENT WEBSITE

Held in conjunction with the Epicurience Virginia Wine and Food Festival.Tickets include an evening of music and dancing, two drink tickets, and heavy hors d’oeuvres.

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Oatlands Historic House and Gardens; 20850 Oatlands Plantation Ln.; Leesburg, VA 20175

5th Annual Bake Bethesda a Pie Contest

AUGUST 31ST, 2014 AT 09:00 AM | $5 REGISTRATION FEE PER PIE | DEBRA@CENTRALFARMMARKETS.COM | TEL: 3017756402 | EVENT WEBSITE

Join us at the 5th annual “Bake Bethesda a Pie” contest, a fundraiser for Manna Food Center at Bethesda Central Farm Market on Sunday, August 31, 2014! There are 3 categories for entrants: kids (7-17), adults, and local culinary students. The contest is open to amateur bakers only. There is a $5 registration fee per pie and proceeds raised at the event will support Manna’s programs. Registration is open through August 27, 2014. – register below!

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Bethesda Central Farm Market; 7600 Arlington Rd.; Bethesda, MD 20814

Yoga at the Georgetown Neighborhood Library

SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2014 AT 12:30 PM | FREE | ERIKA.RYDBERG@DC.GOV | TEL: 202-727-0232 | EVENT WEBSITE

Take an Om Break at the Georgetown Neighborhood Library. Join the Georgetown Neighborhood Library for a variety of yoga classes taught by teachers from Yoga Activist. The Georgetown Neighborhood Library is registering RSVPs for all September classes.
To RSVP for any or all classes send Erika Rydberg an email with the class(es) you’re interested in registering for. The first 30 RSVPs will be registered and the remaining RSVPs will be placed on a waiting list. Please RSVP to Erika.Rydberg@dc.gov

Address

3260 R Street NW

HOW Interactive Design Conference

SEPTEMBER 3RD, 2014 AT 07:00 AM | HOWINTERACTIVECONFERENCE@FWMEDIA.COM | TEL: (800) 436-8700 | EVENT WEBSITE

Meet the interactive designers behind blockbuster web design projects for Google, Etsy, Fitbit and more. They’ll demystify complex concepts, share design processes you can apply to your own work, and clue you in to the web design trends and tools you need to know about. All with the trademark designer-friendly content, networking and inspiration you expect from the team that created HOW Design Live.

Address

GRAND HYATT WASHINGTON;1000 H ST NW

Robert Devaney • September 10, 2014

The lively and delicious restaurant, Neyla, at 3206 N Street, next to Billy Martin’s Tavern, has lost its lease and will suspend operations on Sunday night, Aug. 17. Those involved with Neyla say they hope to find a new location.

Neyla is part of Capital Restaurant Concepts., Ltd. which owns nearby Paolo’s and its original place, J. Paul’s, on M Street as well as Old Glory and other spots.

Neyla — which means “fulfilled wish” — said this about itself: “the Mediterranean spirit of prosperity, abundance and success, is present in this urban caravanserai.” With its Lebanese and Near Eastern menus, Neyla was a welcoming spot for a simple meal or a VIP celebratory dinner.

The restaurant issued a statement on its website last week:

“Dear Neyla Friends and Family,

Thank you for letting us serve you over the past 15 years. Our lease at this location has come to an end. Our last day of business will be August 17, 2014.
Many of you are not just guests but friends and neighbors, and we will miss you.

It has been our please to serve each and every one of you our authentic Mediterranean cuisine.

We are actively looking a new location for Neyla. Let’s stay connected via Facebook, Twitter and our website for the news about Neyla.”

Georgetowner •

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board has issued new guidelines today that will allow unlicensed websites and smartphone applications to provide alcohol services in the District.

The following is from the board:

The Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA) recently reviewed several technology businesses that partner with liquor-licensed retailers to provide alcohol order and delivery services. ABRA informed companies Drizly and Klink today that the board did not find their business models in violation of District law.

The board advises technology companies facilitating the sale of alcohol through websites and apps to limit their operations to:

• Connecting consumers over the Internet to District retailers, such as liquor and grocery stores; and/or

• Promoting a retailer’s alcoholic products.

Technology companies are restricted from:

• Soliciting, selling and shipping orders for alcoholic beverages;

• Storing alcoholic beverages for sale to consumers; and

• Collecting any money, fees or transacting any credit or debit cards for the sale of alcoholic beverages.

Any credit or debit card information provided to a website or app would need to be transferred to a liquor-licensed retailer in order to complete the transaction. The licensee would also need to retain the discretion to process or deny any order. Complete details are available in the Board’s “ABC Board Advisory Opinion – Online Service Providers” and online, the ABC Quick Guide.
“We encourage businesses that facilitate the sale of alcoholic beverages to contact the agency before starting any new operations in the District,” said ABRA Director Fred Moosally. “This will allow us to ensure operations are compliant with the law before they begin.”

A technology company that violates D.C. law could be subject to criminal and civil penalties as well as an order to cease operations in the District. A licensed retailer that violates the law could face fines and possible suspension or revocation of its license.

Businesses that have questions can contact ABRA by email or call 202-442-4423. Complete District alcoholic beverage laws and regulations are available on ABRA’s website — www.ABRA.DC.gov.

Gary Tischler •

If cats have nine lives—and there was always something feline about her–Lauren Bacall had at least several in her life of legend.

Chapters in her early years can be boiled down to: before Bogey, with Bogey and right after Bogey. The rest involved a dwindling movie career, a resoundingly spectacular Broadway stage career with a cluster of roles that gave her diva status and a stately, always long-legged, glide into legend, an idea which she didn’t much cotton to.

As there always is, there was the last act, her death: at age 89 of a stroke Aug. 12 at the Dakota on the Upper West Side of New York City, where she lived for many years. It resurrected all in all of the venues of communications that comprise the forever industry and followed on the heels of the horribly sad loss of Robin Williams, who took his own life.

Hers was quite a life, if not quite a wonderful life, seeing as she began as a nice Jewish girl, named Betty Joan Perske. The name Lauren was chosen for her by director Howard Hawks—a man’s man director if there ever was one—who thought it sounded classy. She was not one of those stars who necessarily answered to her movie star name—she always preferred to be called Betty by her friends.

Hawks saw a 1943 cover that she did as a teen model in Harper’s Bazaar, all smoke and mirrors and sultry, and cast her in “To Have and Have Not,” a Warner Brothers classic tough-guy hero picture based on a novel by Ernest Hemingway, the ultimate tough guy writer, until Norman Mailer came along, and starring the premier Hollywood and American tough guy of deep cynicism and wise cracks, Humphrey Bogart. Into this booze-scented mélange of testosterone walked (and slithered and shimmied and even sang) Lauren/Betty, all of 19 years old, and Bogart—just watch the scenes sometime—looked like the 45-year-old-guy who’s forgotten how old he is. It didn’t happen in a second, but it was pretty fast for a time that didn’t have speed dating.

Bacall and Bogart made four movies together—“To Have and Have Not,” “The Big Sleep,” “Key Largo” and “Dark Passage,” the first three classics of the Hollywood black-and-white golden age of noir.

Bacall may have been 19 years old, and in youth astonishingly beautiful, but she looked and acted like an adult. She was in your face and imagination and mind even (and one time, especially, when she was walking away.) Movie buffs know all the lines from that movie (“To Have and Have Not”) and moments—she’s seen in a doorway, kind of posing, pulls out a cigarette and asks, “Anybody got a light?” Bogey, after some thought, throws her a book of matches, which she catches like a slick con woman. She lights up, starts to walk, turns around and says, “Thanks.” This single word hit Bogey like a paragraph. Or “You know how To whistle, don’t you? You just put your lips together and blow.” Or after a kiss, “It’s even better when you help,” and after yet another kiss, “And if you shave, maybe we could do it again.”

No wonder they got married, after so much smooching.

In the 1950s, when live drama was in vogue on television, they appeared together in a Producer’s Showcase production of “The Petrified Forest,” with Bogey, noticeably gaunt, reprising his role of the gangster Duke Mantee from the 1930s. Bacall took on the Bette Davis role, and Henry Fonda played the idealistic writer, originally performed by Leslie Howard.

Bacall said she didn’t care about the age difference and considered it a plus—she was 19, Bogey was 45, when she taught us how to whistle. It’s fair to say there were occasions of disparity and discomfort, nothing that could harm a relationship which endured mostly happy until his death from throat cancer.

Those years with Bogart spanned the last years and legends of studio-made Hollywood and made Bacall one of the last surviving members, a bigger than life figure, partly because of Bogart, and the other men in her life—an odd grouping of a caddish Frank Sinatra, a roaringly-drunk but gifted Jason Robards, and even Adlai Stevenson, the cerebral man who would be but never was president.

Her movies tended to be a uneven array—a splashy fashion romance with Gregory Peck called “Designing Woman,” a high society femme fatale who almost undoes the jazz gift of Kirk Douglas, in the China seas with John Wayne in “Blood Alley,” sparkling and outstanding alongside Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell (she’s the thin one) in “How To Marry A Millionaire,” being stalked by Michael Biehn and loved by James Garner in “The Fan,” a widow-lady in John Wayne’s last western, “The Shootist,” and being nominated for an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in the Barbra Streisand weeper, “The Mirror Has Two Faces,” in 1996.

Perhaps because of Robards, who was considered American theater’s most brilliant interpreter of Eugene O’Neill—and a pretty good movie actor, too—she found herself on Broadway, not with O’Neill but with lighter, diva-like fare, sharp comedies like “Goodbye Charlie” and “Cactus Flower.” To cap it all off, two Tony Awards for “Applause,” which was based on “All About Eve” (she had the Bette Davis part), and “Woman of the Year,” in which she played a woman journalist opposite Harry Guardino. It’s no surprise that the part was originated by Katharine Hepburn, or that she was a good pal of the marvelous Kate. Two of a kind, if you ask anybody.

In the end, Bacall became what she didn’t want to become: legendary, for all the right reasons, the best people and the best of times in Hollywood. Here’s looking at her, the kid.