Basset hounds round the final corner of Saturday’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Old Town. Dozens of groups — large and small — participated in the 29th annual jaunt dawn King Street organized by the Ballyshaners. (Photo/Austin Danforth)
29th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade rolls through Old Town
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In anticipation of his homecoming show, District-native and former Black Flag frontman talks hardcore punk rock, politics and pretending to be a white supremacist more
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An interview with concert pianist Yuliya Gorenman more
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Singer's legacy brought to life in Tom Stolz’s Mahalia! A Gospel Musical, a no-souls barred tribute to the legendary singer, now playing at MetroStage. more
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Youth poster contest keeps legacy in present tense more
Popular gastropub Rustico throws its own Oktoberfest. more
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October is Virginia Wine Month, and the time is ripe for visiting Virginia wineries, learning about grape growing and winemaking in the state and, most importantly, tasting Virginia wines. more
At the intersection of Beulah and Telegraph Roads, you will discover the intimate and spicy sensations of SAMRAT Indian Cuisine, conveniently located at one end of Landsdowne Center. more
... and all that jazz more
Sweeney Todd comes to life at Signature Theatre more
On stage at local theatres more
The story of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf is told in the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama I Am My Own Wife, now playing at Signature Theatre more
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