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Sharon Robinson on Her Father’s Legacy and the Film 42

Wednesday, April 10th, 2013
by Charlene Giannetti on Playing Around

For 16 years, Sharon Robinson has devoted her time and energies to inspiring young people through the story of her father, Jackie Robinson, who broke

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Despite Star Power, Olympus Has Fallen Topples

Friday, March 22nd, 2013
by Rachel Wolin on Playing Around

Olympus Has Fallen is a formulaic, flashy, and bloody film comprised of almost back-to-back fight scenes that quickly rack up the body count. Dialogue is

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Bucket List Boutique: Must Haves for You
And Everyone Else Who Deserves a Special Gift

Thursday, September 20th, 2012
by Charlene Giannetti on Shopping Around

The bucket list, made famous in that 2007 film starring Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman, often includes places to go before we die. Still, there

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Jersey Jen: Space Shuttle Pavilion
Is a Wonder for Young and Old

Thursday, September 6th, 2012
by Jennifer Madden on Playing Around

“Wow, Mamma, that’s a biiiiig rocket ship!” My daughter Eva is standing on her tippy toes with her hands up and arms spread wipe. We

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The Star-Spangled Banner Trail—
Take a Walk Through America’s History

Thursday, August 9th, 2012
by Katie Krieger on Living Around

Looking for a new source of education and history in D.C.? Tourists, bikers, residents, hikers and history lovers, look no further, the Star-Spangled Banner National

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In August, Everything Is Just Peachy

Tuesday, August 7th, 2012
by Charlene Giannetti on Dining Around

Peaches are at their peak—juicy, flavorful, delicious. Enjoying one fresh as a snack is always a treat, but area chefs are being more creative, adding

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