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 […]

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


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


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


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 […]

Weekend Roundup, Feb. 1 – 4


Happy weekend! February is Black History Month and The National Gallery of Art is hosting some great programming. Lunar New Year celebrations are at The National Museum of Asian Art […]

Rubenstein to Leave Kennedy Center, Possibly Buy Orioles


After 14 years at The Kennedy Center, Chair of the center’s Board, David Rubenstein is ready to play ball — with the Baltimore Orioles that is. The Angelos family, current […]