Growing up in New Jersey I spent the better part of my summers down the shore–though many a grammarian would prefer I say “at the beach.” Memorial Day meant more time on the boat and at the beach, while Labor Day represented the end of everything good and wonderful about summer. However, Labor Day also […]
Last week, post earthquake, fellow THIHer Liz Festa and I were lucky enough to attend an event at one of Barracks Row’s newest restaurants, Lavagna, and try a few of their dishes. Owner Stephen Cheung, also of Fusion Grill, is very excited about his newest restaurant and wanted to introduce a few key items of […]
If a tree falls in a forest storm…sorry, bad joke, I won’t go there. While Irene wasn’t really much of a storm compared to others we’ve had in the past, the Hill did see a bit of damage, particularly from a number of very large trees that toppled on houses, fences and cars. After a […]
Depending on your personality, Labor Day can be a glass half full or a glass half empty kind of holiday. Sure, it means an extra day off from work (half full), but on the other hand it’s pretty much a neon sign announcing the unofficial end of summer (half empty). So whether you’re celebrating or […]
How better to show your love for neighborhood businesses than by nominating them for this year’s Hilly Awards? The awards, organized and produced by the CHAMPS Capitol Hill Chamber of Commerce, seek to recognize the best and brightest Capitol Hill businesses and service providers as named by neighborhood residents. You can provide nominations online in […]