DC City Life

P. NOKIO.

2012-02-18T13:07:00.000-05:00

Now Playing!!! @ The Imagination Stage in Bethesda,MD.

The World Priemiere Musical - New Age version of the CLASSIC Pinocchio Story. This time, its in the enchanted land of Hip-Hopia.

Check out show times & dates.

Here until March 11th; Tickets Range from$10 - $22.

Check out a clip...HERE

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE!!!

2012-02-18T12:37:00.000-05:00

@DynastyBanddb

DYNASTY BAND & SHOW

with Dappa Dave and Stylo

and a group of ill instrumentalists

Dont Miss IT!

FREE ALL NIGHT!

10pm - 2am

@ Tuckers Bar & Grill

Upper Marlboro, MD

FOLLOW THEM ON TWITTER!!!

PRE VALENTINES DAY CELEBRATION!! DYNASTY BAND!!

2012-02-08T08:26:00.001-05:00

COME OUT THIS SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2012!!

@DYNASTYBANDDB

Ladies of the DMV !!!

Come out to the Pre-Valentines Day affair with THE DYNASTY BAND!

The first 50 ladies will receive Pre-Valentines Day gifts!

Everyone FREE ALL NIGHT!

$3 shots from 9 - 11pm

$5 flavored Grey Goose ALL NIGHT

Come out and treat yourselves to the Grown & Groovy sounds, great people, food and atmosphere.

Fine Fellas, and Grown & Sexy Women - Each and Every Saturday 10pm until 2am

Come be a part of the Dynasty..."The Dynasty Band"

DJ Speaks: Interesting Reads

2012-01-29T19:42:00.000-05:00

What was the last book YOU read?

I have to admit, I am guilty of reading more than one book at a time and for good reason - there is SO much good stuff to read these days. My recent interest has been peaked with literature written by folks that are connected to the DMV in some way or another.

I started with the Very Smart Brothas blog that led me to purchase their book: Your Degrees Wont KeepYou Warm at Night. These brothas have me ready to read whatever they write. If you are already a fan of their blog then you know what I'm talking about. If you haven't had a chance to scan their page please make a point to do so, it's a very refreshing thing to read things that actually make you THINK these days. Not to mention they hold no cut cards in the things they delve into. The only way to describe Panama Jackson and Damon "Champ" Young is - BLUNT EDUCATED CANDOR.

Follow them on Twitter: @VerySmartBros

I also read A Belle in Brooklyn which also led me to purchase Demetria L. Lucas' book: A Belle in Brooklyn: The Go-to Girl for Advice on Living Your Best Single Life. Demetria, also a very educated sister who shared alot of herself within the pages of her book. Her book gave personal accounts that I believe every one can relate to. Not afraid to open herself up to what others may think, she shares countless stories where self reflection became key. Reading her book felt less like reading but more like I was talking to someone I already know about things we had both experienced.

If you are looking for some books to make you think, laugh, and relate to, you definitley want to pick up these books and check out their blogs.

Follow her on Twitter: @abelleinbk

Da*****witdatatoos: Black Men Hate Natural Hair?

2012-01-07T19:55:00.001-05:00

Came across this video earlier this week. When I first read the title I thought, HUH? After I watched the video, I felt the need to share.

It's a good look to hear from the men regarding beauty for a change.

Thanks Robert! Check him out...

He keeps the interesting topics coming and I wish there were more men who actually shared their thoughts about the things people scared to talk about. Checkout more from him at the links below:

http://www.myspace.com/urfavoritememory

http://www.youtube.com/DANIGGAWITDATATTOOS

http://whatseatnrobertperkins.blogspot.com/

http://www.checkoutmyink.com/profile/dan...

Tonight in DC: WALE and Chuck Brown!!

2011-12-21T15:56:00.002-05:00

Follow Wale on Twitter!

One of my favorite rappers Wale will be hosting the "Know your Status" concert tonight at the 9:30 club.

9:30 Club
815 V Street, N.W.
Doors open at 7

(Tickets at door)

DC's own Wale and Chuck Brown will be in the building!
"The DC Department of Health has partnered with Radio One topresent the Know Your Status Holiday Jam.

Get more info HERE!

Chief Lanier is a BEAST!: Major Weapons and Drug Bust

2011-12-21T10:57:00.000-05:00

Weapons that would have been used to commit crimes against DMV's citizens.

I have my reservations about the "Po" (Police), but when it comes to Chief Lanier, I'm proud of her work ethic and drive (and the fact that she is a single mom and doesn't play around).
On Monday, authorities announced that the MetropolitanPolice Department confiscated161 firearms, made 70 arrests and seized more than $7 million in drugs during ayearlong sting operation.

The police department posed as a recording studio ascover; Chief Lanier said:

Chief Cathy Lanier

“Had these drugs madeit to our streets, the consequences would have been devastating,”

Indeed...Read more about the story HERE.

DCityLife Daily Dose: December 21, 2011

2011-12-21T05:30:00.000-05:00

Every greatdream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength,the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.
Harriet Tubman

63 degrees. Chance of Storms.

There are only 4 moreshopping days (*GASP!).

For More Motivation, readon below...

Find your horoscopehere: http://www.horoscope.com/

Find your sportshere: ESPN.com

Find your news here: http://www.cnn.com/

Nutcracker in DC!

2011-12-20T14:00:00.000-05:00

What a joyous time of year!

If you haven't caught the holiday spirit yet, The Nutcracker will be sure to get you there.

The Washington Ballet presents The Nutcracker at The Warner Theater in DC. This production will be shown all the way up until Christmas, so make sure you make it out to enjoy the arts! Tickets are sure to sell out so make sure to get them as early as possible HERE!

Showtimes are listed as follows:

Tue - Fri 7:00 pm

Saturday 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm

Sunday: 1:00 pm and 5:30 pm

Contact The Warner Theater for more details: 202-783-4000

Music through Art:"The Blues and Other Colors"

2011-12-20T13:44:00.002-05:00

Photo Courtesy: www.dcartscenter.org

The Blues and OtherColors is made up of photographs and paintings "by nine artists in an attempt to visually express andinterpret The Blues."

This exhibit is spectacular and you can really feel the emotions behind the pieces.

Check it out at the DC Arts Center in Adams Morgan, DC.

DCL Celebrity Fix: Rihanna pops off @ "Jackie"

2011-12-20T12:53:00.002-05:00

UPDATE: The Editor resigned! Read about it HERE!

Follow @rihanna on twitter

If you follow Celebrity news, then you may know that a Dutch Magazine titled Jackie has taken some heat over a racial slur that was printed about Pop Singer, Rihanna. Well, Ri-Ri snapped back and you won't believe this!

Jackie’s Editor-In-Chief, Eva Hoeke has sinced issued an apology for the racial slur that was printed, but now Rihanna has put out the following statement via twitter as of last night:

"@evajackie I hope u can read english, because your magazine is a poor representation of the evolution of human rights! I find you disrespectful, and rather desperate!! You ran out of legit, civilized information to print! There are 1000's of Dutch girls who would love to be recognized for their contributions to your country, you could have given them an article. Instead, u paid to print one degrading an entire race! That's your contribution to this world! To encourage segregation, to mislead the future leaders to act in the past! You put two words together,with the intent of abasement, that made no sense..."***** BITCH"?!....

Well with all respect, on behalf of my race, here are my two words for you...F*** YOU!!!"

*Reminder to self: never badmouth Ri-Ri Fenty...#positivitymovement*

Wow...tell us how you really feel Ri-Ri....What do you think about this DMV?

Read more about the story HERE and HERE...and be sure to show Ri-Ri some love via twitter...she's been through a lot this week...:-(

Got Beer?

2011-12-19T14:00:00.000-05:00

Christmas Beer? (You learn something new everyday folks!)

Rustico in Arlington is spreading holiday cheer tonight, December 19th with a beer tasting and raffle...If you haven't finished your Christmas shopping yet, here's an innovative way to procrastinate...then you can scurry on over to the mall and REALLY be in the Holiday Spirit!

The fun starts at 6:00 pm

Rustico

4075 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA

Holiday Jazz at Bohemian Caverns

2011-12-19T13:21:00.000-05:00

The Bohemian Caverns Jazz Orchestra is performing tonight at 8:00 pm! Can you guess where they will be playing???.... (wait for it...)

That's right!

Bohemian Caverns

2001 Eleventh Street N.W.

Washington, DC 20001

This band is pretty awesome. Give your ears (and/or your date) a treat when you see this band. They will performing some new arrangements and new selections. Just the fact that they are a 17 piece jazz band should let you know that they are serious...Learn more about this band here... Get your tickets here!

See you tonight!

Tonight in DC: SCOTT WEILAND!

2011-12-19T12:51:00.000-05:00

For all you Party Rockers out there in the DMV, don't miss this!

Tonight: at the 9:30 club
Doors open at 7:00 pm

If you know about Velvet Revolver, then you know about Scott Weiland. He will be performing tunes off his album The Most Wonderful Time of the Year.

The album has received mixed reviews, but I'm willing to bet money that this show will be a great time. With Scott on stage, you never know what's going to happen!

Get your tickets here!

DCityLife Daily Dose: December 19, 2011

2011-12-19T05:30:00.000-05:00

A wise man will make more opportunities than he finds.

-Francis Bacon

50 degrees. Partly Cloudy!

There are only 6 more shopping days (%*#@!??).

For More Motivation, read on below...

Find your horoscope here: http://www.horoscope.com/

Find your sports here: ESPN.com

Find your news here: http://www.cnn.com/

DMV Stand Up! Ben Cook at the Kennedy Center

2011-12-16T14:12:00.000-05:00

Awww, he's such a little cutie!

Ben Cook represents the DMV area, (Lorton, VA) and is one of the many talented child actors/singer in the Musical

"Billy Elliot"

playing at the Kennedy Center through January 15th, 2012.

Ben plays Michael, the best friend of the main character, Billy Elliott. This production is a MUST see, feel-good story of having to face adversity in the midst of following your dreams. If you are a parent, you'll want your kids to see this for sure. Get your tickets here.

Ben started performing at 8 years old and landed his first job soon after that. Ben, the DMV is SO proud of you! We can't wait to see your show!

Billy Elliot Stops at DC's Kennedy Center: MyFoxDC.com

Jadakiss @ IBIZA TONIGHT!

2011-12-16T12:00:00.000-05:00

Make your way to IBIZA to see Jadakiss TONIGHT! WKYS will be broadcasting LIVE from

10pm - 2am

BE THERE!

Ibiza Nightclub
1222 First Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002

ibizadc.com

DCityLife Daily Dose: December 16, 2011

2011-12-16T05:30:00.000-05:00

Commitmentleads to action. Action brings your dream closer.
Marcia Wieder

57 degrees. Mostly Cloudy

There are only 10 moreshopping days (you MUST go shopping this weekend!)

For More Motivation, readon below...

Find your horoscopehere: http://www.horoscope.com/

Find your sportshere: ESPN.com

Find your news here: http://www.cnn.com/

Alfredas on NBC at 4pm for Hollywood Headlines

2011-12-15T15:20:00.000-05:00

If you live in the DMV area and you listen to FM radio in the morning, then you may know about Alfredas of the Russ Parr Morning Show...One word: Hilarious!

Catch her on the tube TODAY at 4pm on NBC (channel 4 for the locals) giving her Hollywood Headlines spot.

Make sure you show her your support! Even if you can't access the streaming link (above) or get to a TV, Tweet her #HollywoodHeadlines at @fredasflicks

Be sure to let her know that DCityLife sent you!

DC GIVE BACK: WPGC 5th Annual Toy Drive

2011-12-15T15:00:00.000-05:00

Join WPGC for a special day of giving back to children in need across the DMV – the 5th Annual WPGC Toy Drive! Four locations from 2pm-9pm.

Thursday, Dec 15th 2pm-9pm at
Vista Gardens Marketplace
Martin Luther King Jr Hwy and Route 450 in Bowie, MD

DJ Press will be on hand collecting toys and giving out various prizes.

Four locations from 2pm-9pm

IKEA AT POTOMAC MILLS IN WOODBRIDGE
DAVE AND BUSTERS AT ARUNDEL MILLS MILL
VISTA GARDENS MARKETPLACE 10631 Martin Luther King Jr HWY in Bowie
DC Police Station 5D

Read more: WPGC 5th Annual Toy Drive

Preview the Weekend DMV!

2011-12-15T13:15:00.000-05:00

What do YOU have planned?

Weekend Weather

Concerts

Weekend Movie Releases

A few local suggesstions:

Virginia - Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Sesame Street Live - Elmo Makes Music

Get your tickets @ ticketmaster

District of Columbia - Saturday

Washington Wizards Fan Fest w/ Wale

Wizards return with new uniforms. Check them out at the DC Fan Fest, free and open to the public.

Performance by Wale

Maryland - National Harbor

Check out the National Harbor for a variety of events!

Friday Night Fun - Food and Fireworks on the waterfront - near the huge Christmas Tree

Also, the Holiday Market where they will have handcrafted goods, specialty foods even hot apple cider!

Downtown Scene

Be sure to check out our calendar for other ideas!

CHEERS TO THE WEEKEND!

DCityLife Daily Dose: December 15, 2011

2011-12-15T05:30:00.000-05:00

So oftentimes it happens that we live our lives in chains
And we never even know we have the key.
-Lyrics from Already Gone, The Eagles 1974 On the Border album

53 degrees. Mostly Cloudy

There are only 10 moreshopping days (*insert panic here!).

For More Motivation, readon below...

Find your horoscopehere: http://www.horoscope.com/

Find your sportshere: ESPN.com

Find your news here: http://www.cnn.com/

DCity Life Spotlight! Marcus Canty - X-Factor

2011-12-14T18:35:00.001-05:00

Marcus Canty, DMVs own, is making his mark on FOXs X Factor.

Twitter was going CRAZY last night over this guy! He's definitley got the DMV behind him but people all over were tweeting and retweeting and tweeting some more.

We wish him well, catch the show TONIGHT @ 8 on FOX!

Good Luck MARCUS!

If you are not already following him on Twitter GET THERE ------ @IAmMarcusCanty

Also check out this clip of an interview Canty did for FOX 5 DC back in October.

DCityLife Spotlight! Trippin on E!

2011-12-14T15:30:00.000-05:00

Definitely a MUST SEE, don't miss this show;

Wednesday January 18, 2012.

Join Eddie Bryant and Lamont King as Inside Jokes Presents: Trippin' on E at The Riot Act Comedy Theater on E Street NW.

Get your tickets @ www.theinsidejokes.com

Read about Eddie ----> here

Read about Lamont --> here

Let's GO DMV, support our local talent!

DCityLife Daily Dose: December 14, 2011

2011-12-14T05:30:00.000-05:00

Our truest life is when we are in dreams awake.
Henry David Thoreau

52 degrees. Mostly Cloudy.

There are only 11 moreshopping days (*I still haven't started shopping!!!).

For More Motivation, readon below...

Find your horoscopehere: http://www.horoscope.com/

Find your sportshere: ESPN.com

Find your news here: http://www.cnn.com/