Free and Easy
See "The Mourning Forest," which took top prize at Cannes, or join in holiday celebrations.
Photo: Celluloid Dreams
A 'Capitol' Idea
After six years and $621 million, the Capitol Visitor Center is set to open Dec. 2.
Photo: Marvin Joseph/The Washington Post
December Arts
This month, photography reigns and an old friend gets a new addition.
Photo: Frank Gohlke
Happy Holidays
From event listings to gift ideas, think of our Holiday Guide as your seasonal survival guide.
Photo: Kevin Clark/The Post
Going Out Gurus
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Zola's 'Sister' Debuts
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A Two-in-One-Package: With the launch of Zola Wine & Kitchen, Penn Quarter gains a trendy new place to buy wine, and the executive chef of the related Zola restaurant around the corner gets a place to test recipes and teach cooking classes. Dan Mesches, president of Star Restaurant Group, says the latest addition to his company is a way to "take some of the mystery out" of the wine buying experience. Wines suitable for, say, Asian meals or Christmas celebrations are displayed beneath one of four monitors depicting those themes. The 1,700-square-foot wine shop, dressed with white oak floors and a handful of stools, lounging cubes and a couch, is as cozy as they come. Think Starbucks, but sleeker and with more buzz: About 400 different labels, representing a world of finds, fill the racks. The second part of the equation, the test kitchen, is visible from two large "spy
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Welcome, Visitors - Miscellaneous Event
The U.S. Capitol opens its $621 million Visitors Center, a three-story underground complex with movie theaters and exhibition hall.U.S. Capitol | Washington, DC -
Stella - Performing Arts
The new comedy troupe featuring Michael Ian Black, Michael Showalter and David Wain, former cast members and writers on MTV's cult-favorite mid-'90s sketch comedy show, "The State."Sixth and I Historic Synagogue | Washington, DC -
Vampire Weekend - Music Event
NOTE: Both shows are sold out. A New York indie-rock group that counts classical and Afro-beat music as influences.9:30 Club | Washington, DC -
Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting - Miscellaneous Event
A tradition at the Capitol, the holiday tree stands on the West Lawn wearing 10,000 lights and 4,000 handmade ornaments.U.S. Capitol | Washington, DC -
Happy Hour at the Pour House - Bar/Club Event
Cheap beer and rail drinks for the Capitol Hill crowd.The Pour House | Washington, DC -
Kevin Costner - Music Event
The latest actor to think he's some sort of musician. Better or worse than Steven Seagal? Do you dare find out?Birchmere Music Hall | Alexandria, VA -
Dick Morgan - Music Event
Washington's jazzman of note plays a Christmas show.Blues Alley | Washington, DC -
More Than You Know - Exhibit
A group show of a diverse set of photographers connected through shared experiences in Washington.Parish Gallery | Washington, DC -
Snowden - Music Event
Atlanta group does brooding and bouncy. With Twin Tigers and Illinois.The Rock and Roll Hotel | Washington, DC -
Faces of India - Exhibit
At Studio 14, a display of Kathy Udell's striking photos from her travels in India.Torpedo Factory Art Center | Alexandria, VA
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