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Shooting for the Stars

Monday, February 27th, 2012
by Woman Around Town on Living Around

Most of us were glued to our TV sets last night, watching the stars walk the red carpet before the Academy Awards. Celebrities do not

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And The Oscar Book Goes To…

Saturday, February 25th, 2012
by Michall Jeffers on Reading Around

We all love the Oscars. Gorgeous people wearing stunning attire (just look at those earrings Angelina has on!), suspense, drama, heartbreak; what could be better?

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Miniature Portraits—Oscar Nominated Animated Shorts

Monday, February 13th, 2012
by Winnefred Ann Frolik on Playing Around

One of the best things about living in Washington or New York is that we have access to cultural opportunities that simply aren’t available elsewhere.

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The Artist – A Silent Film Creates Buzz

Tuesday, January 31st, 2012
by Charlene Giannetti on Playing Around

It’s easy to fall in love with The Artist, a charming throw back to a time when Hollywood turned out films without relying on special

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Eddie Bruce’s “Feeling Good” at Feinstein’s

Tuesday, October 4th, 2011
by Alex DiBlasi on Playing Around

Philadelphia native and crooner extraordinaire Eddie Bruce will be making a grand return to New York City this weekend when he headlines at Feinstein’s at

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Arthur Comes of Age

Friday, April 8th, 2011
by Charlene Giannetti on Playing Around

The original 1981 Arthur is a hard act to follow. Starring cuddly Dudley Moore as loveable playboy Arthur Bach, the film won two Academy Awards

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Oscar 2011—Fair, Fickle, or Foul?

Saturday, February 26th, 2011
by Charlene Giannetti on Playing Around

This is the one that counts. The Golden Globes may have the party with the most fun (drinking is allowed during the show), and the

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Toy Story 3— For the Young at Heart

Monday, February 21st, 2011
by Charlene Giannetti on Playing Around

When Toy Story 3 won the Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature, Director Lee Unkrich accepted the award from Justin Bieber and Hailee Steinfeld. With

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