Spring Performing Arts  Preview
• February 14, 2024

Duke Ellington 125   Born and raised in Washington, D.C., orchestra leader and composer Edward Kennedy Ellington was nicknamed “Duke” early on for his sense of style. These events celebrate the […]

Spring 2024 Gala Guide
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 Spring is here! Prepare for Washington’s blooming social season with this gala guide featuring parties and events from late February through mid-June. We’ll update the list in real time as […]

Social Scene: Alvin Ailey Gala Raises $1.2 Million Plus 
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On Feb. 7, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s annual Washington, D.C. Gala Benefit marked the company’s week-long engagement at the Kennedy Center during Black History Month. Approximately 550 guests raised […]

Hold Hands With Your Sweetie at These Washington Area Shows
• February 8, 2024

Onstage, Georgetown by Mark Edelman Valentine’s Day usually means flowers, candy, dinner and — if you’ve behaved yourself — a good night kiss. How about giving that special someone the […]

Valentine’s Day Food & Drink Specials
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Valentine’s Day is here. Here are five local food and drink specials perfect for making romantic memories. Book the ‘Couples in the City: Monuments by Moonlight Experience’ at the Four […]

Weekend Roundup, Feb. 8 – 11
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Happy weekend! So many options, including performances by The National Philharmonic and The National Chamber Ensemble. Celebrate Mardi Gras at The Wharf, enjoy a book talk on Phillis Wheatley at […]

A Romantic Playlist, Just in Time for Valentine’s Day
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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 […]

Black History Month Celebrated, Explored in Holy Trinity, Citizens Association Event 
• February 7, 2024

In honor of Black History Month, Holy Trinity Church at 3513 N St. NW and the Citizens Association of Georgetown presented “Black Georgetown: The Story of a Proud Community with […]

The 2024 Grammys: A Recap
• February 5, 2024

The 66th Annual Grammy Awards took place Sunday at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, hosted by comedian Trevor Noah, who hosted The Daily Show from 2015 to 2022. Taylor Swift […]

Russian Tango at French Embassy, Feb. 2
• February 1, 2024

For its next concert at the French Embassy, the Russian Chamber Art Society will present an “early Valentine’s Day” program of 20th-century tango music written by Russian and Ukrainian composers […]