Black History: Casting Back a Century in Washington, D.C.
• January 29, 2024

Today, February 1, we joyously celebrate the start of Black History Month for 2024.  Casting our eyes back a century to February 1, 1924, we see both how much daily […]

Education: Summer Camp Roundup
• January 22, 2024

Even though we’re in the middle of winter, summer camp registration is in full swing! Here are some options in the area for all interests and ages.  Summer at Burke  […]

Education: Some Hopeful News on D.C.’s ‘Reading Crisis’ 
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Although D.C. public school students are suffering through a well-documented “reading crisis,” some hopeful signs for progress appear to be emerging on the city’s horizon.  Representing Ward 2 on the […]

Nearby Winter Ski and Snow Fun 
• January 18, 2024

With the D.C. area getting its first 1”+ of snow in over two years this week, here’s a list of great places to ski and enjoy snow sports nearby. If […]

Word Up: Annoying Expressions
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On this National Thesaurus Day Jan. 18, it is perhaps altogether fitting and proper – as Lincoln would have it – to sound off on irritating phrases and expressions in […]

InCountry: Key West, Hemingway’s Haven 
• January 10, 2024

By Trish Foxwell One of Florida’s most unique and appealing islands, located on the state’s southernmost tip, is the famed Key West, with its abundant literary and presidential history and […]

The Georgetowner at 70 Years   
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We’re so excited for 2024. Of course, there’s the eager anticipation of a new calendar year, along with the excitement we all feel in anticipation of a fresh start and […]

Mapping Georgetown: Spice Up Your Life
• January 2, 2024

As New Year’s resolutions are on our minds, here’s an opportunity make your life more zesty!  This inspiring Mapping Georgetown story features dedication, determination and the Spice of Life!   […]

Holidays at the Omni Homestead Resort 
• December 15, 2023

By Trish Foxwell Hot Springs, Virginia. A new era has arrived at the historic Omni Homestead Resort & Spa. Nestled in one of the most scenic corners of the Allegheny […]

Holiday Gift Guide for Shopping Georgetown
, • December 6, 2023

This holiday season, why not shop one of the city’s premier destinations, Georgetown? Besides being fun enjoyable — and ever-Instagramable — it will help boost your spirits as well as […]