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Weather:  Prepare yourself for the monsoon that is about to hit the district. 100% chance of downpours all day Saturday and Sunday with temperatures in the 60’s. That rain gear is getting put to good use this spring. Awesome events you can attend this weekend: It’s all about the beer. Hit up …

By Politiquette’s Marissa Mitrovich: Politiquette is a place to be inspired by the art of fashion. Readers gain an understanding of the politics of why to wear–and the etiquette of when to wear–specific styles. Marissa Mitrovich founded Politiquette with the goal of bringing further substance to the dialogue surrounding style in DC.  …

The division leading Washington Nationals are on a tear and DC is rallying around the winning sports team. Over here at FamousDC, we thought it would be fun to list just a few of our favorite things about the Nats. Read the top 10 list.

We dug this post up from the vault because it’s just that good. If you are doing ridiculously awesome things this summer that aren’t on this list, PLEASE clue us in and shoot us an email at [email protected] New to DC this Summer? Recently, FamousDC was asked “What is one …

HUGE win for same-sex marriage! Not a cilantro fan? This could be the reason why! Head to Farragut Square tonight for the viewing of Hook. Don’t forget to stop by the annual Capital Barbecue Battle! Your recipe to the perfect glass of lemonade. Photo By: Mark Jones

  Ladies- meet the $10 bill. Who’s it gonna’ be?! It may be summer but for most of us, it’s not vacation. Rise and grind to stay ahead! Goldman Sachs interns are having the best day ever. “Texting Lane” to be implemented at Utah College. Hmmm…    

It’s hot, we know. But remember that one time you were stuck in DC’s coldest winter of the last 120 years and were wailing about whether you’d ever be warm again? Welcome to summer! But because we’re sympathetic we’ve rounded up some weekend activities with a range of outdoor AND AC enclosed events.

This summer, if you’re desperate for a popsicle in DC when it’s 90 out, don’t head to the trucks on the Mall. Go to your favorite Giant, Whole Foods and Safeway instead and grab a Squeaky Pop. Over the next month Squeaky Pops, the all-natural fruit pops, will be in …

Ladies and gentlemen FamousDC presents Neighbors: The Review. The Skinny (No spoilers) Neverland. That’s the term that one of my former coworkers used to describe D.C., a city full of people who seem to be repeatedly hitting the snooze button on their adulthood. “Just five more minutes…I have a free …

Good weather, a GI film festival, free DJ set, patriotic concerts, Summerfests & community markets. This weekend is awesome-bound.

Shutdown Diaries at WCP [get real] Watch out for that midday rush [hour] Wild Animal Rehab Center opens in DC [cute] First Caps game! [loss] Summer weather this [weekend] What Members are tweeting about [shutdown tweets] Photo by Kevin Wolf

Photo credit: Joy It’s peach season!  Soft, fuzzy, juicy, sweet — we can’t seem to get enough of these little flavor bombs.  Dressed up or down, savory or sweet, peaches add a delicious summery bite to everything. Peach, Tomato, and Mozzarella Crostini via Joy the Baker Boozy Frozen Peach Pops …

Remember last year when we thought the summer heat couldn’t be beat. Then came this year. Let’s take a look back at what else happened last summer. Mad DC Cabbie is BACK Posted on 26. Jul, 2011 by fdc in Front Page As only the Mad DC Cabbie can explain: “I guess the the …

Photo credit: Zach and Clay Frying eggs on the pavement losing its charm?  Cool those heels with an icy summer cocktail and feel yourself slip into a better place.  Forget sizzling sidewalks and frenzied commutes — shaken or stirred, these seasonal delights will remind you that the dog days aren’t …

Photo credit: Kelly Ah, summertime.  Nature’s sweet bounty is at its best: berries, stone fruit, and melons are all in season.  Grills are fired up and churning out deliciously charred meats.  Taste buds crave spicy food and icy drinks.  Indulge your hankerings with these irresistible summertime favorites. Peach and Ricotta …