THINK GLOBALLY: Global development is such a lonely two words. But it doesn't have to be. Think tank Global Washington invites you to drop in at their event Global Connections this afternoon, with guest speaker Adam Smith. It's all about helping Washington’s nonprofits, businesses, academics, and government agencies come together and increase their impact globally. The talky part is 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., and then there's an hour-long reception. more ›

If there's one thing singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist David Terry loves, it's a juicy pop hook. On his third Aqueduct full-length, Or Give Me Death [stream the entire album here], along with big drum sounds and ELO synth riffs, he's incorporated mariachi horns, string arrangements, layered vocals, and piano lines, making it his most mature release yet. And yes, we say that knowing full well that the album contains "As You Wish" [mp3], which just so happens to be the best blatant Princess Bride-cribbing song EVER. more ›

We don't often attend sporting events voluntarily. But when a blood relation is competing, we not only decide to show up, we figure we'll plug the event. Especially because it's free sports for spectators. more ›

You like movies, right? And I know you like bars. Therefore, you should also like the combination of the two---that's called logic, son. Luckily over the next few days, there's three chances to engage in such a delightful admixture, à la chocolate and peanut butter. more ›