The weekend starts now

When I am not traveling I want to enjoy the place I live. I like to eat local and see what my own backyard has to offer. You might be on a tight budget, drained from a long work week, or looking to relieve boredom, whatever the case might be sometimes staying local is just what the doctor ordered.

So this is a new series I will be posting every Wednesday afternoon of places to hear live music, gawk at art and people, and have a delish meal or drink(s) on the weekend in the Washington DC area. It might be a bit skimpy at first, but it has only been two weeks since we moved here and I have a lot of exploring to do. :) If you know of something going on that sounds fun, add it in the comments!


This weekend is jam packed of events to celebrate - Cinco de Mayo on Thursday, the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, and Mother's Day on Sunday! So much to do, so little time.

Thursday, May 5
Philips After 5
Cinco de Mayo will be in full swing by the time you get off of work!
Try going to one of the many Mexican restaurants to hear live music and down a Margarita or Corona.

Friday night, May 6 and Saturday night, May 7
DC9 and Black Cat have live music
Get your dance on at Cafe St Ex (Friday night) and Meze (Saturday night)

Saturday, May 7
No matter where you celebrate the Kentucky Derby, remember to wear your seersucker suit, sundress and festive hat!
Fancy Kentucky Derby Party
Casual Kentucky Derby Party
DIY Derby Hat

Sunday, May 8
Do something special for your mother!
Get her some fresh flowers a the Farmer's Markets
Then go to brunch: Busboys & Poets, Commissary, KramerBooks & Afterwards, Kafe Leopold, Whitlows on Wilson (VA)

Further afield: Mother's Day wine and chocolate pairings