http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:48:27 -0700 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:10:16 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Country-pop-star-Laura-Bryna-in-town?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner Image credit CMTCountry pop star Laura Bryna headlines the USOs Salute to Our Troops dinner held a Tabrizi's Restaurant in Baltimore  this evening.The annual event honors patients from local military hospitals - as well as active military o... Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:10:16 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Country-pop-star-Laura-Bryna-in-town?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m10d21-Falnama-Book-of-Omens-exhibit-to-open-at-Smithsonian-Sackler-Gallery?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner (Image courtesy of the Freer and Sackler Galleries)I've only visited a palm reader once in my life, but I had an experience today that made me think on that visit and wonder about how the tradition of divination had its beginnings.Had I consulted a F... Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:03:09 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m10d21-Falnama-Book-of-Omens-exhibit-to-open-at-Smithsonian-Sackler-Gallery?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m10d19-Kidsave-asks-Want-to-adopt-and-hopes-youll-consider-an-older-child?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner Ever thought about adopting a baby?  Looking forward to seeing his/her first steps, first words, and first signs of personality?  That's the dream of many.  According to Kidsave, more than 33 million children worldwide are growing up w... Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:16:49 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m10d19-Kidsave-asks-Want-to-adopt-and-hopes-youll-consider-an-older-child?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m10d15-Living-off-the-land-CSAs?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner Whether it's an increased sense of social responsibility, a guilt to be green, or a the seduction of the simpler life, people are rediscovering the benefits of buying locally grown food. It's fresher, flavorful, and actually helps the community to fl... Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:04:34 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m10d15-Living-off-the-land-CSAs?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m10d6-Horse-happenings-around-the-Washington-area?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner Fall in the Washington area is about the crisper air, the leaves changing, the social season starting up again (although I could argue it never took a pause!) and equestrian events taking place everywhere. Virginia's polo patronage is even spilling o... Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:18:25 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m10d6-Horse-happenings-around-the-Washington-area?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m10d5-Fall-festivals-autumn-afternoons-and-pumpkin-pickin?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner October is for pumpkin pickin'Hay rides, farm animals, orchards and pumpkin patches. It's October! If you're looking for a Fall Festival - or just a fun autumn afternoon - we've got some of the best in the area to tell you about. Here are our &q... Mon, 05 Oct 2009 08:15:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m10d5-Fall-festivals-autumn-afternoons-and-pumpkin-pickin?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m9d24-Bibliophiles-take-over-the-Mall-this-Saturday?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner National Book Festival takes over the National MallLet's play a word association. Curl up with a good __________.Computer? No.Blackberry? No way.Cell phone? Not a chance.Book. Yes! Don't you miss the good old days?In case you hadn't curled up with on... Events Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:29:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m9d24-Bibliophiles-take-over-the-Mall-this-Saturday?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m9d17-Nova-Medical-offering-drive-through-flu-shots?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner Seasonal flu shots offered as "roadside assistance"I'll admit, I've never gone to get a seasonal flu shot in the past. I've taken my chances and been lucky (crossing my fingers and toes!). But this year... H1N1 and the hype has me running s... Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:56:25 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m9d17-Nova-Medical-offering-drive-through-flu-shots?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m9d15-Chilean-Wine-Festival-brings-a-festival-of-flavors?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner Salud!  Chilean Wine Fest runs from Sept. 18 - 30, 2009Pour, swivel, sniff and sip.  Salud!  The tingling on your tastebuds gives rise to a festival of aromatic flavors.  And there's more wine and wonderment to experience at the u... Events Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:16:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m9d15-Chilean-Wine-Festival-brings-a-festival-of-flavors?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m9d1-New-Jefferson-Hotel-opens-after-two-year-renovation?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner The Jefferson Hotel Book Room"Be polite to all, but intimate with few." - Thomas Jefferson You'll find this quote and so many others, as well as original signed documents and recreations of Jefferson's favorite spaces in his home, Mont... People & Places Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:18:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m9d1-New-Jefferson-Hotel-opens-after-two-year-renovation?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m8d11-DC-Attractions-The-Dont-Miss-List?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner Vacation or staycation...whether you are coming in from out of town or acting as a tourist in your own city, the many sights of the nation's capital are not to be missed! Here's your guide to the sights and their schedules. Plan well so you can see t... Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:24:49 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m8d11-DC-Attractions-The-Dont-Miss-List?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m8d7-On-the-Boardwalk--DCs-Local-Beach-Review?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner One of the best things about DC is its close proximity to... everything! Even if, like us, you didn't (or won't) get to take that big summer vacation, you can still get to a great beach for some sun and sand in just a few hours. To help you know how ... Fri, 07 Aug 2009 08:38:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m8d7-On-the-Boardwalk--DCs-Local-Beach-Review?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m7d27-Consignment-Chic?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner Has the economy put you in a fresh fashion pickle? Are your less than adequate closets throwing out your threads? Are you looking for places to shop for that extra-special piece that you don't want any one else to find? Dilemmas... I found the answer... Mon, 27 Jul 2009 14:56:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m7d27-Consignment-Chic?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m7d10-Barefoot-on-the-beach?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner Volunteers at a barefoot Beach Rescue mission in San Francisco Summer is here. Are you dreaming of walking barefoot on the beach? You might be thinking twice if you’re staying in the DC area, but thanks to the efforts of some pro-active gr... Fri, 10 Jul 2009 08:35:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m7d10-Barefoot-on-the-beach?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m6d30-Move-over-MySpace?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner  Set to go live today (June 30th) is a new website designed to aid emerging and established artists and assist in creating an online creative collaboration.  Let the DC art scene rejoice.TALENTHOUSE was the brainchild of British recording a... Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:15:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m6d30-Move-over-MySpace?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m6d9-Honoring-our-fathers-as-we-do-our-forefathers-on-the-mall-this-Fathers-Day?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner Tourists flock to DC for certain occasions; Fourth of July, Memorial Day, Inauguration… maybe the Lighting of the White House Christmas Tree. And now there is another reason to visit the Capital and mill about on the mall: to honor our Fathers... Tue, 09 Jun 2009 19:19:53 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m6d9-Honoring-our-fathers-as-we-do-our-forefathers-on-the-mall-this-Fathers-Day?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m5d5-Little-Black-Dress-Club-helps-women-connect-stylishly?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner More info at www.lbdclub.comThe Little Black Dress Club – little black dress not actually required – is a club for the modern woman. It’s a dinner club, a book club, a group of travel companions, or even a weekend movie partner. Jus... Tue, 05 May 2009 15:00:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m5d5-Little-Black-Dress-Club-helps-women-connect-stylishly?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m5d1-Off-to-the-horseraces-with-a-helping-hand?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner We’re off to the races! Whether you are Gold Cupping or Derbying, the horses, hounds, and hats provide more than enough entertainment – and often some elegant opportunities to share in the bounty of the season. Here are but two ... Events Fri, 01 May 2009 08:04:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m5d1-Off-to-the-horseraces-with-a-helping-hand?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m4d14-Founding-Farmers-is-good-and-green?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner Founding Farmers, 1924 Pennsylvania Ave. NWBeing green is gold these days, and with the additional environmental focus of the current Administration, expect Earth Day Celebration 2009 to be wind-turbine blowin' big time!Here in the District, we have ... Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:28:47 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m4d14-Founding-Farmers-is-good-and-green?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m4d10-Georgetown-House-Tour-features-12-historic-homes-and-DC-Design-House?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner A preview of one of the tour's homesIf you’re like the rest of us, you drive by and wonder what it would be like to own one… or just to walk inside. Well, now you can! In fact, the Georgetown House Tour has been giving you the chance to ... Georgetown Fri, 10 Apr 2009 15:16:44 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1125-DC-People--Places-Examiner~y2009m4d10-Georgetown-House-Tour-features-12-historic-homes-and-DC-Design-House?cid=exrss-DC-People--Places-Examiner