Copyright 2012 http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events en-us Wed, 16 May 2012 16:28:48 -0400 Wed, 16 May 2012 16:28:48 -0400 NBC Owned Television Stations http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Bike-to-Work-Day-21012.html Wed, 16 May 2012 14:02:43 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/991814391.jpg
Why sit in traffic when you can get sweaty instead?

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The lure of those sesame seed-studded Taylor Gourmet sandwiches is irresistible, apparently even if you're a president with an agenda to share.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Outdoor-Summer-Movies-DC-2012-147204895.html Mon, 14 May 2012 13:22:19 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/DSC_0867.jpg
Free outdoor movies abound from May into autumn. Make your plans!

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Obama-Drops-in-at-Taylor-Gourmet-151715245.html Wed, 16 May 2012 13:20:09 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/obamataylorgourmet3.jpg
The president is holding a roundtable discussion about small businesses... and, we hope, sammiches.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Dupont-Fountain-Dance-in-the-Circle-2012.html Tue, 15 May 2012 11:22:06 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/dance-in-the-circle-722.jpg
At least for one day. Ten different dance companies got crowds moving Sunday.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Batmans-Sweet-Wheels-Headed-to-DC-151446155.html Tue, 15 May 2012 11:09:20 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/cms394.jpg
The coast-to-coast tour of the crime-fighting rides is gearing up to promote "The Dark Knight Rises."

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So we're not New York, and we're not Hollywood, but celebs ARE allowed to visit the District. And believe it or not, they do.

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ZooFari, The Front Row, Craft Beer Week, bike caravan to D.C. United. Get going already!

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/events/RiverView-Terraces-Wow-Factor/151184775 Fri, 11 May 2012 17:39:35 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/National+Harbor+RiverView+Terrace+View.jpg
Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center premieres RiverView Terrace at National Harbor.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Before-I-Die-Public-Art-DC-151186075.html Fri, 11 May 2012 17:33:54 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/239*120/144199930.jpg
A new public art display at 14th & Q has people sharing the most important things they want to do before they die.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Otters-National-Zoo.html Fri, 11 May 2012 14:51:35 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/179*120/7166822600_67ebf552bb_c.jpg
An otter family (yes, this already sounds like a children's book) will make its debut at the National Zoo this Saturday, May 12.

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The annual Testicle Festival is returning to the Arlington. Be afraid.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/events/National-Cathedral-Unveils-Rosa-Parks-Carving/151044635 Fri, 11 May 2012 08:32:53 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/5784353_WEBRosaParks_722x406_2233311494.jpg
At an evening of prayer songs, National Cathedral unveils a new carving of Rosa Parks. News4's Pat Lawson Muse reports.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Preakness-Kegasus-Mascot-Sidekick.html Thu, 10 May 2012 15:56:14 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/Kegasus+2011+InfieldFest+722x406.jpg
In related news, we can't decide if we're horrified or amused.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/events/Stars-Reveal-Their-Moms-Best-Advice/150921515 Fri, 11 May 2012 22:38:19 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/jason-segel3.jpg
In celebration of Mother's Day, Jason Segel, Chelsea Handler and other stars dish on the life lessons their mothers taught them. See more at iVillage.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Special-Offer-Renew-You-Spa-and-Beauty-Expo-151003755.html Fri, 11 May 2012 08:22:47 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/Renew-You-Logo.jpg
If you're ready for a weekend of pampering, entertainment and free stuff, mark June 16-17 on your calendar for the Renew You Spa and Beauty Expo.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/events/Unconditional-Love-and-Other-Lessons-I-Learned-From-My-Mom/150921285 Thu, 10 May 2012 08:43:10 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/mothers-day-ivillage.jpg
Kelly Wallace and iVoices Brandi Jeter, Sharon Rowley, Amanda Rodriguez and Beth Engelman share the valuable life lessons they?ve learned from their mothers. See more at iVillage.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/events/RAW-VIDEO_-Acrobats-Scale-Old-Post-Office-Pavilion/150873995 Thu, 10 May 2012 10:57:35 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/acrobats_722x406_2232818035.jpg
Dancers of Project Bandaloop rehearsed on the face of the Old Post Office Pavilion on Pennsylvania Avenue on Wednesday evening.

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The dancers of Project Bandaloop rehearsed for a Friday show on the face of the Old Post Office Pavilion.

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Just in time for Mother's Day, iVoices Liz Henry, Stephanie Dulli and Joey Fortman reveal the annoying habits and sometimes embarrassing traits (facial hair, anyone?) they've picked up from their mothers. For more exclusive videos go to iVillage.com

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Chuck-Brown-Has-Pneumonia-150630095.html Tue, 08 May 2012 14:00:34 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/180*120/109054631.jpg
Brown had to postpone a performance at the Howard Theatre in late April due to his hospitalization.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/events/The-Kennedy-Center_-Street-Arts-Across-America/150620845 Tue, 08 May 2012 13:50:40 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/180*120/0075AB3A.JPG
The Kennedy Center is bringing performance and entertainment to the streets. Magician Karen Beriss and juggler Rich Potter offer a preview of the fun.

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Frozen dairy needs you.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/DC-Caribbean-Parade-Headed-to-Baltimore-150490825.html Mon, 07 May 2012 17:53:14 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/180*120/87962300.jpg
The District's parade will be rolling into the Baltimore event.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/events/iVillage-Woman-of-the-Week_-Mom/150457755 Mon, 07 May 2012 13:57:05 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/WOW_mom_722x406_2231759393.jpg
This week, iVillage honors mothers everywhere for their sacrifices, for making us laugh, for the lessons they impart, and for their unconditional love. Moms - you are the iVillage Woman of the Week! Se...

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Kentucky-Derby-Guide-2012-150052745.html Fri, 04 May 2012 20:27:53 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/kentucky-derby-guide.jpg
All the facts and fun of America's most famous horse race, the Kentucky Derby.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Cinco-de-Mayo-at-the-White-House-150189125.html Sat, 05 May 2012 07:24:35 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/180*120/143782099.jpg
President Obama hosted a Cinco de Mayo reception in the Rose Garden, featuring a performance by the Ballet Folklorico Mexicano.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Cinco-de-Mayo-Food-Drink-Specials-DC-150180655.html Fri, 04 May 2012 13:36:40 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/183*120/marg-81872038.jpg
Anyone need an early-morning margarita?

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Goatman-Returns-Sunday-in-Silver-Spring-150104855.html Thu, 03 May 2012 21:11:52 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/Return+of+the+Goatman.jpg
The "Goatman" -- a man-beast roaming the woods of Prince George's County, Md., devouring those caught alone in the woods -- is a local bogeyman for many in the D.C. area, and now a local filmmaker is bringing th...

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Hats_Off_Daring_Derby_Fashions.html Sun, 06 May 2012 03:03:12 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/KY-Hats-P14.jpg
A day at the Derby isn't complete without a mint julep and tip of the hat.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/First-Annual-Running-of-the-Chihuahuas-149828785.html Thu, 03 May 2012 16:43:03 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/Chihuahua+d+Mayo.jpg
The first annual running of the Chihuahuas celebrates Cinco de Mayo.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/events/Panda-Watch-Officially-On/149752725 Tue, 01 May 2012 19:46:44 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/176*120/5370687289_79b2d79298_z.jpg
A lot is riding on the latest attempt to breed the giant pandas at National Zoo. News4's Darcy Spencer reports.

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Trucko de Mayo will bring together 40+ food trucks, plus live music, games, beer and more excitement.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Jimmy-Choo-Walter-Grio-Shoot-for-Change.html Tue, 01 May 2012 10:26:33 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/miranda2.jpg
"Fashion-tographer" Walter Grio popped up at Jimmy Choo in Friendship Heights last week for a spring shopping charity event.

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Mei Xiang was artificially inseminated Sunday and Monday after more romantic efforts failed.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Clutches-White-House-Correspondents-Dinner-Red-Carpet-Photos-149502395.html Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:41:02 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/main1435538611.jpg
Check out some of the hottest clutches spotted at the 2012 White House Correspondents' Dinner.

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After Saturday's White House Correspondents' Dinner, stars headed out to party at the Newseum.

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The stars were out in D.C. Saturday for the 2012 White House Correspondents' Dinner.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/events/Enterprise-Soars-from-DC-to-NYC/149307745 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:08:41 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/enterprise1.jpg
The space shuttle prototype Enterprise never made it to orbit -- but it took a historic low-altitude flight from Dulles to JFK Friday.

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The National Cathedral will offer tours of its unique stone carvings for the first time since the August earthquake.

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Kevin-Bacon-Attends-Do-Good-Challenge-FInals-at-UMd-148552625.html Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:37:16 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/180*120/143124152.jpg
After 131 student submissions, six finalists and an audience of 650 people gathered at the University of Maryland, College Park, for the culmination of the university's "Do Good Challenge."

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]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/the-scene/events/Newsbabes-at-Tysons-Corner-Store-Grand-Opening-148860755.html Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:36:45 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/210*120/newsbabes.jpg
At Kiehl’s grand opening on Tuesday night, the popular cosmetic shop donated $5,000 to DC Newsbabes for their fight against breast cancer.

]]> http://www.nbcwashington.com/video/#!/the-scene/events/Raw-Video_-Woman-Spills-Yogurt-on-Obama/148851405 Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:20:52 -0400 http://media.nbcwashington.com/images/213*120/5690040_ObamaYogurtSpillWEBVERSION_722x406_2226965630.jpg
Watch the raw video of President Obama joking with a woman who spilled yogurt on him and some of his Secret Service agents during a campaign stop in Colorado.

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