…heaven on earth. It was also the optimal time to be in D.C. during the pomp-filled Smithsonian Folklife Festival, showcasing Northern Ireland and the Mekong Delta. The most northern country…
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Postmates
…GrubHub food carriers.“ Labels don’t really matter; it’s the economic realities,”co-counsel, Nicholas Migliaccio said. “Giving workers labels to deny them protections is an injustice worth fighting against.” * * *…
Apollo’s Flight
DC is a town full of festivals, and there’s no better time to celebrate festivals than in the summer. I had the perfect companion to attend my annual Folklife Festival,…
Ben’s Upstairs
…today.” “What are you on a diet?” “I’m trying to taper off, and attending these events and festivals ain’t making it any easier.” The festival was amazing and the launch…
Building Bridges
The next day, I hopped on a train to Northern Ireland to see Mark and Lee, my folklife fest friends who I had not seen since 2007. They took the entire…
GOP Clown Show
…at the H Street Festival and enjoyed listening to her Jazz Pop on keys and guitar. Her raspy voice was addictive, and she has a large vocal range (3.5 octaves)…
Vapiano
…and do?” “Absolutely. Great place to hike and ski. Loved the traditional Kyrgyz dancing and amazing folklife.” After the three of us got done adding the content to RUNINOut, we…
Taste of Ireland
…to see two musician friends who I met at the Folklife Fest in D.C. I also met an inspirational tour guide named Arthur McGee.” “Really, why was he so great?”…
Meskerem
…but not quite. The messiest I’ve ever gotten was at the Ben’s Chili Bowl half smoke eating contest during the H Street Festival. I didn’t win, but I ate everything…
Pedicabber
…and we were invited to provide complimentary rides during the H Street Festival, the quintessential 10-block street party featuring live music, karaoke stages, live music, and yes, even belly dancing….