The Nats are back [games] Martha and Snoop [brownies] Colbert investigation [sink] Photo by Melodious

If you’re not listening to the Black Apples you’re doing it wrong, we’re excited for spring in DC, Lira made his official debut at the NRSC, Elle’s dad made his triumphant return, JB is scouting new talent, Morgan kept sweating us about round up items, Sean Spicer once made a cute Easter …

Remember a couple of months ago when we all celebrated Fiscal Cliffmass? Well, Congress was at it again this month with news that the White House was considering cancelling the annual Easter Egg Roll due to the sequester. Luckily the roll will go on, but as the sequester continues, other holidays might not get so lucky. Here are some thoughts on what could happen to the holiday industry: New Year’s Eve. Ball Drop? Don’t think so. Also, celebrations have been sequestered so parties won’t start till 11:50 p.m. and will end promptly at 12:05 a.m. Prepare for Andre instead of Dom. Valentine’s Day. CBO is projecting that budget gifts and wilted bargain barrel flowers will result in a significantly higher number of single individuals in the next Census. Saint Patrick’s Day. None of the rainbows will end in a pot o’ gold. Easter. In addition to no White House Easter Egg Roll, the budget for Bo’s bunny ears will undoubtedly be impacted.

Get ready for this weekend [peeps] Opening day [natitude] No more DC deer [parks] Photo by Fred King

Google adding metro alerts [maps] Tiny Desk Concerts moving [music] New segways coming to National Mall [tourists] Photo by Patrick Onofre

Even though there still may be a few flakes in the air, we can’t help but get excited for the warm weather and all the great things to do in DC that are just around the corner. With that, we decided to ask some of our FamousDC readers what their favorite thing is to do during spring in DC. Here’s what they had to say: All you can eat crawfish boils with Abita beer at @PearlDiveDC. –Kate Bennett Golf. –David Popp Best thing to do in DC in spring is harder to do every year – get a cheap ticket to a Nationals game and then spend the whole time in the centerfield bar. –Rick Klein Nats opening day! –Mindy Finn

Keep up [SCOTUS] Letterman v. Williams [attack] Time to get your vote on [karma] Photo by Dan Lawrence

Craft Brewers descend on DC [drink] Supreme Court steals the limelight [marriage] Facebook gets more political [lobby] Photo by J.D. Moore

Today’s HiddenDC is brought to you courtesy of the ginkgo tree. Similar plants date back 270 million years, making this a living fossil. The ginkgo tree was used for medicinal remedies starting 4,000 years ago in China. Or, in terms more relatable to you, the half moon shaped leaves of …

IRS space jam [video] BuzzFeed sports the Union Jack [launched] Pandas to Canada [shipping] Photo by Justin Schuck

Matt Lira is headed to the NRSC to be the Deputy Executive Director, the IRS spoofs Star Trek, Ken Spain turned 28 this week, Spicer fired up the way back machine, Bryce confirms he’s a boss, congrats to Josh and Barb McCoy on the birth of their new baby, Chloe …

Test yourself [spelling] New Pope learning Twitter [batman] We’re everywhere [follow] Photo by Fred King

ThirstDC knows how to throw a party with a good, diverse crowd. You’re always bound to run into someone you know and meet someone new – just the kind of event you want to attend and last night was no different. Kicking the evening off with a talk about weather (and who doesn’t love to talk about the weather), Thirst’s speakers didn’t dissappoint. We went from hurricanes to the moon to becoming innovation experts all in just a few (maybe too many) beers.

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The RNC put on it’s DIY gloves this week with Sean Spicer leading the charge to give the offices an upgrade. Taking down old photos, they’ve worked to bring a little bit of history and fun to the office with Republican presidential campaign signs from the past three decades autographed …