Washington, D.C
Move Over Cherry Blossoms, The Rosewood D.C. Wants You To Leaf-Peep In True D.C. Style
It’s leaf-peep season within the northeast and whereas the norm could also be to journey north to see the season’s most colourful plumage, Washington D.C.’s Georgetown neighborhood is host to an autumnal expertise not like others and is definite to have you ever touring southbound this fall.
With its townhouse-lined streets, haute delicacies, luxurious retailers, charming canal and prime riverside location bordered by cliffs and luxurious woods, Georgetown has an elevated quaintness which could possibly be extra related to a chic European village than the nation’s capital.
Sitting bankside amidst all of it on Georgetown’s well-known C & O Canal is the unique 55-room enclave, the Rosewood Washington, D.C. This resort–apart from being residence to a rooftop restaurant with sweeping views of the capital metropolis, Wolfgang Puck’s Minimize restaurant, and an opulent library for resort visitors to entertain buddies–provides probably the most genuine experiences within the metropolis’s hospitality scene: a keep in a Georgetown townhouse.
To expertise Washington D.C. as if one in every of its most notable inhabitants, The Rosewood provides standalone townhomes adjoining to the primary resort property with separate entrances, designer particulars, personal gardens, and stage after stage of dwelling house and facilities, all with the white glove hospitality for which a 5-star property akin to The Rosewood is thought.
Townhomes in Georgetown have come to suggest the perfect Washingtonian life. Town’s gamers have lengthy opted for these kind of abodes within the iconic D.C. neighborhood. For instance, Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Maureen Dowd lives in the home the place President John F. Kennedy resided as a senator. This kind of historic native lore makes the Rosewood townhouse expertise one in every of true Washingtonian glamour.
Except for an iconic D.C. expertise, the townhomes are thoughtfully designed to supply the comforts of residence whereas additionally ensconcing visitors in resort service. They’re outfitted with full kitchens, washers and dryers, two full loos and even a small examine for doing work ought to it come up.
Friends enter the townhouse into a stupendous entryway which opens to a large dwelling space replete with a working gasoline fire, a completely stocked bar cart, and a powerful Bang & Olufsen bluetooth speaker. A brief flight of stairs up result in the townhouse’s subsequent stage the place the well-appointed kitchen–whereas compact–is designed for cooking and congregation by way of a sensible use of house which features a nook banquette set round a round desk which comfortably seats 4. It’s additionally on this stage the place visitors have entry to their very own personal out of doors house perfect for contemporary air or leisure.
On the subsequent stage is the mini alcove-study which sits on a touchdown between the bed room and toilet, a well-thought out use of house which not solely provides aesthetic depth and a vital workspace, but in addition provides the added practicality as a spot to drop private gadgets with none of it being in the best way.
Whereas the bed room is plush, serene and welcoming, the grasp toilet is the crown jewel of this stage. In a play of understated magnificence, the grasp toilet is outfitted with each element for a pampering expertise. The bathroom is a completely automated Toto, the standalone soaking tub is extra-deep, the hair dryer is Dyson, and the toiletries are Dyptique. Even the bathtub salts are by the heritage Parisian perfume home.
What really makes the Rosewood Washington, D.C. townhouses the standout residences they’re is the subtlety with which DC-based inside designer, Thomas Pheasant, executed each’s interiors with an elevated sense of style which interprets past the fabric–the designer was in a position to imbue soul into the townhome’s id. Pheasant succeeds at this by creating an area which anticipates all of the wants and cues of a private residence, a process which deserves to be lauded as home-like eventualities in lodges require layers of particulars which generally appears antithetical to the transient nature of resort room design. Nonetheless, Pheasant consists of such particulars akin to tchotchke-style ornamental items and containers, well-chosen paintings depicting D.C. scenes through huge black and white images, tomes of artwork and structure, stocked bookshelves, and even little issues akin to a small facet console within the kitchen to carry the home telephone, notepad, contemporary flowers, and even a couple of books–a considerate addition pointless in a resort setting, nonetheless could be de rigueur in a non-public residence.
Every of the townhouses measure between 1,000-1,200 sq. ft and whereas they’re separate from the primary resort, visitors staying in these residences take pleasure in all of the facilities and companies the resort provides. From room service to lounging subsequent to the rooftop indoor-outdoor infinitely pool (which is heated all 12 months spherical) to in-room massages, a townhouse keep supplies all of the comforts and privateness of residence besides with the beneficiant hospitality of the Rosewood workers obtainable at each flip.
With the entire particulars and design, it might be tough to extract one’s self from the Rosewood Washington, D.C.’s townhouse expertise, nonetheless, the entire magic of Georgetown sits simply on its doorstep as does entry to the world’s distinctive autumnal leaf-peep expertise. Located proper on the financial institution of the canal on thirty first road between the primary strip of M Road and the well-known Georgetown Harbor, the Rosewood’s visitors are spoilt for alternative on this location. Exterior the door to the resort is to entry the famed C & O towpath, a path which runs beside the picturesque, tree-lined canal for 18.5 miles from Georgetown to Cumberland, Maryland. There’s additionally entry to a number of wooded mountaineering trails only some blocks from the Rosewood which run alongside the Potomac River such because the Capitol Crescent and Potomac Heritage (NST Part) trails, whereas the Custis path crosses the river into Virginia. Though, if driving is the specified mode for leaf-peeping, then the George Washington Parkway throughout Georgetown’s Key Bridge provides approach to a lush, tree-lined driving expertise alongside the Potomac River with breathtaking fall foliage as effectively prime Washington D.C. views.
Washington, D.C
The Weekend Scene: Last call to deck the halls in the DC area
Closing time! One last call for decking the hall and wrapping up your holiday cheer.
Celebrate Hanukkah with menorah lightings in Clarendon and National Landing and Kwanzaa at the Anacostia Community Museum and The Kennedy Center.
Though decorations are already deeply discounted, it’s your last weekend to check out plenty of Christmas classics, too.
The week between Christmas and New Year’s is all about catching up. Get extra sleep, exchange those not-quite-right gifts and check out some cool stuff you may have missed in the holiday hustle.
For one, it’s the finale weekend for the Washington Ballet’s “The Nutcracker.” We’re sorry to report that Tommy and Aimee Cho will not be on stage.
4 things to know about the weekend
See these holiday displays before they’re gone
Free pick
Holiday Walk of Lights at Neabsco Regional Park
Through Fri., Woodbridge
🔗 Details
Stroll the boardwalk covered with lights, enjoying characters and a holiday market. It’s free to visit. It’s friendly to pets, strollers and wheelchairs.
Winter Lights Festival at Seneca Creek State Park
Through New Year’s Eve, Gaithersburg
🔗 Details
Drive past hundreds of illuminated displays and trees on this 3.5-mile path. Tickets must be purchased in advance and cost $15 to $25 per vehicle.
Free pick
Seasons Greenings
Through Jan. 5, U.S. Botanic Garden
🔗 Details
The Conservatory and Garden have transformed into the ultimate holiday wonderland with botanical wreaths and décor, thousands of poinsettias and iconic D.C. landmarks made from plants.
Tingle Bells: An ASMR-Inspired Holiday Special
Through Jan. 5, ARTECHOUSE DC in Southwest, $17+
🔗 Details
The holidays can be a bit much sometimes with all of the hustle and bustle. Take some time to soothe your mind by visiting Artechouse’s Holiday Special: Tingle Bells. The ASMR-inspired experience soothes your senses with calming soundscapes and captivating visuals.
The newest addition to the multi-sensory experience is the Spectacular Factory, where you’ll feel like you landed in a dream in a holiday gift factory that came to life.
Can’t-miss museum exhibits
Free pick
“OSGEMEOS: Endless Story”
Through August, Hirshhorn Museum
Colorful and whimsical, this exhibit of twin brothers Gustavo and Otavio Pandolfo’s art takes over a full floor of the Hirshhorn with an incredible amount of work from paintings and sketches to larger-than-life sculptures. Make sure to grab timed tickets and stop by the Basquiat × Banksy exhibit, too.
Free pick
“Paris 1874: The Impressionist Moment”
Through Jan. 19, the National Gallery of Art in D.C.
🔗 Details
Don’t miss the only U.S. stop for this exhibit on the origins of the impressionist art movement. It’s filled with heavy hitters like Paul Cézanne and Claude Monet, plus lesser-known artists. Stop by to warm up after a morning ice skating in the Sculpture Garden!
JewCE: The Jewish Comics Experience
Through March 2025, Capital Jewish Museum, $10 (for non-members and those over 12 years old)
🔗 Details
In this new exhibit, you can explore 100 years of Jewish cartoons, comics, and graphic novels at the Capital Jewish Museum. Learn about the Jewish origins of iconic comic book superheroes from the 1930s through the 1960s.
A comic experience isn’t complete without reading a comic or two! After you’re done taking it all in, hang out in the reading room and enjoy comics, graphic novels, creator biographies, and works represented in the galleries.
Free pick
In Slavery’s Wake
Through June 8, 2025, National Museum of African American History and Culture, free (timed passes required for museum)
🔗 Details
The National Museum of African American History and Culture is opening its newest exhibit called “In Slavery’s Wake: Making Black Freedom in the World.” The multi-lingual experience is the museum’s first international traveling exhibition and will explore how racial slavery, colonialism and Black freedom-making influence the world.
The exhibit will be split into six sections on Concourse Level C and features 100 objects, 250 images, and 10 multi-media interactives and films.
The Future Scene: New Year’s Eve with the family
Free pick
Noon Yards Eve
10 a.m. to 1 p.m., The Yards Park
🔗 Details
A balloon drop at noon? We’re in! Let the little ones get in on the New Year’s Eve fun early with carnival games, a magic show, bounce houses and more. Take a selfie under the 13-foot illuminated Swinging Bells on The Yards’ Sun Deck, too.
First Night Alexandria
Starts at 2 p.m., $10-$22 to enter festival
🔗 Details
The longstanding family-friendly festival will celebrate its 30th year with music, arts and community at the center of Historic Old Town Alexandria. The festival will begin with performances for children and a day party for all ages.
The first round of fireworks is set to go off at 6 p.m. over the waterfront.
If you’re not ready for bed yet, explore Old Town for live music, comedy and more on 12 stages inside churches, stores and more until another round of fireworks at midnight.
Tickets for the festival range from $10 to $22 with free admission to children ages two and under.
Visit Alexandria has a list of great places for spotting fireworks even if you don’t go to the festival.
New Year’s Eve dance parties through the decades
Dance New Year’s Eve away with cover bands and DJs playing the greatest hits from their favorite eras.
Go old school cool with Peaches O’Dell and her 11-piece, big band orchestra at Black Cat’s New Year’s Eve Swing Ball. At The Anthem, Sammy Rae & The Friends blend indie rock band, jazz, soul and funk.
Gimme Gimme Disco: A Dance Party Inspired by ABBA at The Atlantis delivers a one-of-a-kind ’70s vibe while The Fillmore Silver Spring has a Black Sabbath cover band.
All about the ’80s? You’ll want to see The Legwarmers at the State Theatre in Falls Church, The Reagan Years at The Tally Ho Theater in Leesburg or the Ultimate 80’s NYE Dance Party with DJ D at Jammin Java in Vienna.
Show off your ’90s and Y2K fashion for White Ford Bronco at The Lincoln Theatre or Uncle Jesse, a ‘90s and early aughts cover band at Farm Brew Live in Manassas.
Love T.K.O., the Howard Theatre’s party with Mariah The Scientist, channels all eras of R&B.
If you’ve ever worn ripped tights as a fashion statement, maybe Indie Sleaze New Year’s Eve with Melina and Dahger at Songbyrd is your vibe.
Concerts this weekend
The Shirks, 8 p.m. Friday, Black Cat, $20
D.C. band plays classic, ‘70s-style punk rock – short and fast. Opener Baby Alcatraz and the Aurelions offer early rock & roll inspired instrumentals. Details.
“Salad Days” 10th Anniversary Party, 8 p.m. Saturday, Black Cat, $20
This celebration of the seminal documentary about D.C.’s punk scene features performances by D.C. supergroup Hammered Hulls, featuring Alec MacKaye and Mary Timony, and Birthday Girl DC – a terrific teen indie rock trio of D.C. alternative rock progeny with a bright future. Details.
More things to do in D.C.
Kwanzaa programs at Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum: Events daily, Dec. 26-31, Southeast D.C., free
DowntownDC Holiday Skate Spectacular: Through Jan. 4, National Building Museum (401 F Street NW), free
Sculpture Garden Ice Rink: Daily, National Gallery of Art, $12 ($6 for skate rentals)
National Christmas Tree: Through Jan. 1, The Ellipse at President’s Park, free
Light Yards: Through Jan. 1, The Yards Park, free
Hot To Go – A Chappell Roan party: Fri., 9 p.m., 9:30 Club, $22
Best of DC Comedy Showcase: Fri. and Sat., DC Improv, $22+
The Legacy of the Dibinga Sisters and OrigiNation Cultural Arts Center (Kwanzaa celebration): Fri., The Kennedy Center, free
Seasons Greenings: Through Jan. 5, U.S. Botanic Garden, free
& Juliet: Through Jan. 5, The Kennedy Center, $45-$239
Life of Pi: Through Jan. 5, The Kennedy Center, $49-$179
Things to do in Maryland
Washington DC Temple Festival of Lights: Through Jan. 1, 9900 Stoneybrook Dr, Kensington, free
Disco Biscuits: Fri. and Sat., Fillmore Silver Spring, $60+
Winter Wonderland Extravaganza on the Farm: Sat., Charity’s Hope Family Farm in LaPlata, $7.18
Things to do in Virginia
Silent Disco! at Punch Bowl Social Arlington: Sat., 4238 Wilson Blvd. in Arlington, $10+
Winter Walk of Lights: Nov. 8 to Jan. 5, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna, $18-$22
Aurora’s Winter Circus Adventure: Through Dec. 29, Dulles Town Center, $35+ (adult)/$28+ (child)
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Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D.: December updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. — Neuse News
Washington, D.C
Four Seasons Hotel conman wanted by DC Police
WASHINGTON – D.C. police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man accused of committing fraud and theft at the Four Seasons Hotel in Georgetown.
The incident occurred on Sunday, November 24, around 3 p.m. at the luxury hotel located on the 2800 block of Pennsylvania Avenue NW.
Surveillance footage captured the suspect arriving at the hotel in a Porsche SUV. He was seen wearing dark pants and a puffy winter coat, carrying a backpack. The man entered the hotel and was observed speaking with an employee at the front desk.
According to police, the suspect then dined at the hotel’s restaurant, ordering various items and charging them to a room number he was not registered to.
Following his meal, he proceeded to the hotel gym for a workout before leaving the premises and driving away in the Porsche.
Detectives are urging anyone who recognizes the suspect to contact them. A reward of $1,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction in this case.
Attempts to reach the Four Seasons Hotel management for comment were unsuccessful, as they declined to discuss the incident.
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