I've been in DC for a few years. In many ways, this can be a really transient city. Since I'm here for the long-haul for work, I'm interested in meeting people who don't see DC as a pit stop, and aren't going to move again in a few years. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 9, 2009 - 11 answers

Are there any museum exhibits, art installations, or events going on in D.C. tomorrow (Saturday) that are worth checking out? [more inside]
posted by HotPatatta on Nov 6, 2009 - 9 answers

What's good for a toddler to see and do in Washington, D.C., in early summer? [more inside]
posted by fijiwriter on Sep 3, 2009 - 12 answers

Can you recommend some blogs that focus on the music scene in Washington, DC? I'm interested mainly in hip-hop/funk/soul and indie rock (but not rap). [more inside]
posted by bluefly on Aug 31, 2009 - 6 answers

Inexpensive, quality picture framing shops in the DC metro area? [more inside]
posted by fancypants on Jul 21, 2009 - 5 answers

I get the impression that DC is not a great dating town for young 20-something college graduates. Am I totally off base? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 17, 2009 - 17 answers

Carpet Filter: My company in Washington, DC is looking for an eco-friendly company to come and clean our carpets. [more inside]
posted by alexherder on May 12, 2009 - 1 answer

Are there good coffeehouses for study/work on weekends in DC? I'm looking for someplace comfortable & quirky (not Starbucks) that isn't totally overrun -- think Tryst or B&P without the weekend mobs. Does such a place exist?
posted by Westringia F. on May 9, 2009 - 15 answers

I'm looking for extremely primitive beach camping sites (preferably on the Chesapeake) in the DC/MD/VA area. I'm talking about places with no running water, no bathrooms, nothing but nature for miles around. Assateague Island's backcountry camping sites are a perfect example of what I'm looking for. Any suggestions? Thanks!
posted by charmston on Apr 25, 2009 - 4 answers

Where should I, a Bruins fan, watch tonight's Bs-Canadiens hockey game in DC? The game doesn't appear to be on Vs., so is there a good NHL-focused spot?
posted by ibmcginty on Apr 16, 2009 - 5 answers

In the Washington, DC area, looking for bikes. Where should we go to buy, what bikes should we buy, and what questions should we ask? [more inside]
posted by smurdah on Apr 8, 2009 - 9 answers

Heading to Washington, D.C. this week; what must I ABSOLUTELY see? [more inside]
posted by pised on Apr 6, 2009 - 36 answers

Dog parks in DC? [more inside]
posted by rinosaur on Mar 8, 2009 - 6 answers

RCN versus Comcast in DC? [more inside]
posted by raf on Mar 4, 2009 - 16 answers

Looking for a good, and hopefully affordable, photography class or workshop in Washington, DC. [more inside]
posted by metamush on Feb 18, 2009 - 5 answers

I need to rent a Guitar (acousitc or electric) in Washington D.C., is it possible? [more inside]
posted by thankyoumuchly on Jan 31, 2009 - 9 answers

Fun evening places to go in Washington, DC? [more inside]
posted by pointystick on Dec 10, 2008 - 14 answers

Where can I get cheap pashmina scarves in DC? [more inside]
posted by kerning on Nov 24, 2008 - 4 answers

Travel with Electronics to Washington DC filter: are there any reliable, inexpensive electronics shops in D.C. to find an AC-to-USB converter? [more inside]
posted by filthy light thief on Nov 20, 2008 - 8 answers

Where do the home-bodies call home in Washington DC? [more inside]
posted by ginagina on Nov 6, 2008 - 14 answers

ShoppingFilter: In order to complete a Halloween costume, I need to acquire some Reagan-related political pins/buttons. However, my initial search has mostly taken me to places that no longer exist! Is there anywhere the Green would suggest I go to in the Washington DC metropolitan area to satiate my thirst for this kind of political paraphernalia? [more inside]
posted by Keter on Oct 30, 2008 - 5 answers

How can I make chili like they do at Ben's Chili Bowl in DC? But with beans, too? And in a crockpot? [more inside]
posted by lunasol on Oct 13, 2008 - 4 answers

I just received a job offer that would necessitate moving to DC. Is the offer sufficient? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 7, 2008 - 22 answers

Where can I find awesome cupcakes in D/FW, D.C., and Boston? [more inside]
posted by mrhaydel on Sep 29, 2008 - 29 answers

Can you recommend a car service in Washington DC? [more inside]
posted by KAS on Sep 4, 2008 - 8 answers

DC Area: I'm looking for a men's recreational basketball league that holds weekend games. [more inside]
posted by mullacc on Aug 1, 2008 - 1 answer

Where to find Dragon Joose in the Washington DC area? [more inside]
posted by Bizurke on Jul 24, 2008 - 0 answers

Where can I find a used bookstore that will buy gently used academic books in the DC-Baltimore-Northern Virginia area? [more inside]
posted by anotherpanacea on May 29, 2008 - 6 answers

I'd like to hang prints or drawings or funky maps of each city I've lived in on a wall. I'm wondering what your favorite Philadelphia, NYC, DC, Hartford CT, Rochester NY, and Chicago maps/prints are, or sources for finding eclectic drawings/photos/prints of each one. (The more varied, the better! Old, new, letterpressed...you name it!)
posted by melodykramer on Mar 5, 2008 - 15 answers

Young New Zealand girl seriously wants to go to George Washington University to study a Masters of Forensic Science next year. That's all I know. That's pretty much all she knows .....but she wants to know more. What should she know? [more inside]
posted by zaebiz on Jan 26, 2008 - 14 answers

Our kids are 1 and 4. It's my folks' 40th anniversary as well as the one year old's birthday and my folks are treating, so this means going somewhere really nice, expensive, and five star. But where in DC? [more inside]
posted by poppo on Jan 16, 2008 - 12 answers

Where can I find a good car wash with extended hours in DC? [more inside]
posted by lunasol on Nov 13, 2007 - 3 answers

Can anyone recommend a reputable maid/cleaning service in Washington, DC? [more inside]
posted by ASM on Oct 27, 2007 - 2 answers

Good art framing places in Washington DC? [more inside]
posted by raf on Oct 6, 2007 - 4 answers

I searched the archives and came up with two threads DC-wise, one recommending doctors in general and another with recommendations for cosmetic dentistry. The dentist I'm looking for is metro accessible (preferably NW DC) and has reasonable rates (completely out of pocket) for a standard cleaning and plaque removal/scaling. Thanks!
posted by whitneykitty on Sep 25, 2007 - 4 answers

Where can I go sit in an isolation tank in or around Washington, DC? [more inside]
posted by borkingchikapa on Sep 21, 2007 - 6 answers

Recommended therapists and/or ADD evaluations in the Washington DC area? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 25, 2007 - 2 answers

I'm on a business trip and have to kill several hours in Washington, DC on Sunday (noon to mid/late-afternoon). Two part question: Where can I safely park my car for that period of time? Is there anything specific that I should see or do? [more inside]
posted by NotMyselfRightNow on Jul 20, 2007 - 7 answers

My husband is a Marine we will be moving to the DC Area in November. He will be working near the Washington Navy Yard, and his commute is a concern for us. We are planning on starting a family, so living in a safe neighborhood is a priority. We would like to live in a "nicer" neighborhood, preferably quiet and family-friendly. We would like to spend about $1,600/month on rent, but would be willing to spend as much as $1,850 to get what we want. [more inside]
posted by creedling on Jul 16, 2007 - 17 answers

How's AT&T/Cingular reception in Washington, DC? [more inside]
posted by raf on Jun 30, 2007 - 12 answers

Optometrist recommendation (for contact lenses) in Washington, DC ? [more inside]
posted by dcjd on Jun 27, 2007 - 6 answers

What do I absolutely HAVE to eat in Washington, DC? [more inside]
posted by exceptinsects on May 23, 2007 - 56 answers

Ethics question. Should I contribute to gentrification or not? [more inside]
posted by n'muakolo on Mar 21, 2007 - 29 answers

Where should we live in Alexandria, VA? [more inside]
posted by Flamingo on Feb 14, 2007 - 12 answers

I'm looking for websites that will lead me to free things to do/see/eat/get specifically in Washington, DC. What sites do you know of and or search techniques I can use? [more inside]
posted by brokekid on Feb 4, 2007 - 6 answers

[bigfeetlongarmsfilter] I need to find a winter coat for a very tall man. [more inside]
posted by barrakuda on Dec 14, 2006 - 9 answers

Any suggestions for a DC agency for temporary legal work? [more inside]
posted by ibmcginty on Dec 4, 2006 - 6 answers

Where can I get an inflatable mattress in metro DC? [more inside]
posted by Falconetti on Sep 29, 2006 - 9 answers

How many police forces have jurisdiction in the District of Columbia? (For the purposes of this, I'm taking 'police' to be roughly equivalent to 'people empowered to arrest citizens in (primarily) public areas of the city', excluding e.g. embassy security staff and so on.) [more inside]
posted by chrysippus on Sep 6, 2006 - 10 answers

tax-audit-filter: how can i find a reliable and inexpensive tax representative in the washington d.c. area, for help with a surprise audit? of course there's [more inside]
posted by garfy3 on Sep 4, 2006 - 1 answer