RUFFined Spotlight: Finn the Nats-loving, dishwasher-hating Lhaeskimoshdoodle

Finn loves baseball so much he will sit in a seat and watch an entire game!

RUFFined Spotlight: This Mini Goldendoodle is a volunteer at GWU Hospital

Indy is putting her personable nature to good use!

RUFFined Spotlight: Tala the shredded cheese and hummus-loving rescue pup

RUFFined Spotlight: Marcus Paige and the great Greek rescue

Marcus Paige is named for a former University of North Carolina basketball player.

#ThrowShade at the sun for proper UV eye protection this summer

It isn't summer without a new pair of cool shades. Hot brands like Ray-Ban, Costa, Maui Jim, Oakley, and Coach are in high demand these days. Even better, you can now find these brands at your local MyEyeDr. office. Other popular trends to look out for this season include:Prints - from paisley to tortoise patterns, mix it up when you purchase your next pair of sunglasses and go bold with a fun printGold embellishments - look glam in gold frames.

RUFFined Spotlight: Bernie the bath-hating, fetch-loving Labradoodle

Weekend Report: 7 can't-miss events to check out this weekend

Friday, June 14Jazz in the Garden: The summertime favorite returns! Jazz in the Garden takes place in the Sculpture Garden on the grounds of the National Gallery of Art, every Friday through August 23 from 5-8:30 p. m. During jazz concerts, the Pavilion Café offers a special menu of creative American cuisine and refreshments, including a beer and wine menu.

RUFFined Spotlight: Hamley the fluffiest camera ham

Pet of the Week: Let's help Penny find her forever home

Senior dogs need love too! At 14 years old, Penny came to the Humane Rescue Alliance when her previous owner could no longer care for her. Understandably, she's been a little nervous in her new surroundings, but incredibly sweet. She's looking for a quiet household with a family who will adore her, and maybe a soft bed to snooze on. And who wouldn't love that face?! If she's the one for you, meet and adopt her from HRA’s Oglethorpe Street adoption center.

A Christmas village is coming to Nats Park this winter

Seems kind of odd to be talking about Christmas when summer is nary a few weeks away, but when we heard this news, we knew we had to shout it from the sunny rooftops! The giant, real-life snow globe event that is Enchant Christmas will be making its D. C. debut at Nats Park this winter, and we are HERE FOR IT. The wonderful and magical world of Enchant Christmas is stopping in D. C. for a little over a month starting November 22 and running through December 29, 2019.

10 perfect beach reads for your summer vacation

Sunscreen? Check. Towel? Check? Adorable bathing suit that you hemmed and hawed over in the mirror for hours but ultimately decided it was the one? Check. All you need to complete your perfect day at the beach and/or pool is a bag full of books. Don't leave home without one of these delish reads this summer! 1.

From celebration to panic: The 2019 D.C. pride parade in photos

Framebridge has curated a Pride gallery wall in their 14th street store

15 Father's Day gift ideas that dad will love

Weekend Report: 17 events to ensure you have a LIT Pride weekend

Thursday, June 6Hello, Dolly! : Tony Award-winning Broadway legend Betty Buckley stars in Hello, Dolly! —the universally acclaimed smash that NPR calls “the best show of the year! ” Tickets start at $49. Author talk withElizabeth Gilbert:Elizabeth Gilbert, New York Times bestselling author of Eat, Pray, Love, returns to fiction with a story about love, life, and desire.

RUFFined Spotlight: Mercer the mama's boy

Mercer only has one question... WHERE'S MOM?

Theater Tuesday: 5 must-see shows this June

Summer may not officially start until June 21, but we are definitely feeling the heat in the DMV! Cool off by spending a few hours in the theater. This month's list includes classic musicals, with a couple of dramas mixed in for good measure. One even includes audience participation and another offers a scrumptious buffet.

Dinosaurs come to life in the Museum of Natural History's new hall of fossils

11 sneak peeks from episode 4 of Hannah's Bachelorette season

Pet of the Week: Meet Sweet Sally

Sweet Sally has come a long way since first arriving at the Humane Rescue Alliance and is ready to meet her match. Sally was rescued by HRA’s Humane Law Enforcement officers in May after being left alone in unsanitary conditions. She was underweight and scared. With some love and care Sally has started to relax and enjoys meeting new people, if they go slow.

Your June 2019 concert guide

Summer is finally here and there are plenty of reasons to get out of the house and into a show! Here are the best concerts coming to D. C. this month:Week 1: June 1-81. Steve AokiEDMSaturday, June 1 - Echostage2. ThouxanbanfauniHip hopSunday, June 2 - Songbyrd3. Local NativesIndie rockMonday, June 3-4 - 9:30 Club4. Raja KumariHip hopTuesday, June 4 - Pie Shop (Dangerously Delicious Pies,1339 H St. NE)5. GeographerIndie popWednesday, June 5 - U Street Music Hall6.

Weekend Report: From rosé garden parties to BBQ bashes, start June on the right foot

Friday, May 31Jazz in the Garden: The summertime favorite returns! Jazz in the Garden takes place in the Sculpture Garden on the grounds of the National Gallery of Art, every Friday through August 23 from 5-8:30 p. m. During jazz concerts, the Pavilion Café offers a special menu of creative American cuisine and refreshments, including a beer and wine menu.

RUFFined Spotlight: Jensen the sand-digging Spaniel

Jensen is a total mama's boy!

The REACH nears completion at the Kennedy Center

If you have driven down Rock Creek Parkway recently, you’ve probably noticed construction almost finished around the Kennedy Center. The arts center is giving us a sneak peek of the largest expansion project in the Kennedy Center’s 47-year-history. It’s set to open later this year. It’s being dubbed as a living theater, a place unlike anywhere else in the country, and perhaps in the world. The 4. 6-acre project that’s been in the making for so many years is almost ready for its debut.

Hannah said goodbye to Bethesda Joey on the Bachelorette

Pet of the Week: Gabby the Oklahoma babe

Meet Gabby! This 7-month-old pup has big ears and an even bigger personality. She came to the Humane Rescue Alliance as part of an emergency transport in the wake of tornadoes and flooding in Oklahoma. The transport included 130 dogs and cats from the Tulsa Animal Welfare League, who were transferred to various animal rescue organizations in the D. C. area. Gabby was one of the 15 animals HRA received and was understandably a little fearful when she first arrived.

Two nearby theme parks have new rides this summer. But which one is worth it?

Both Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Six Flags America introduced new rides this month - just in time for summer vacation. However, the rides are wildly different and, in the end, one comes out on top. Here's our take on Busch Gardens' 'Finnegan's Flyer' and Six Flags' 'Firebird'. Finnegan's Flyer looks like a basic swing ride, but it packs a surprising amount of punch when you're actually strapped in. The ride swings visitors up 80 feet in the air at 45 mph and it lasts about a minute.

Yellow, Blue Line shuttle buses aim to ease commuter burden during Metro summer shutdown

Starting Saturday many Metro riders who get on trains at the six Blue and Yellow line stations south of Reagan National Airport will begin using shuttle buses and keep using them through September 8. Franconia-Springfield, Van Dorn Street, Huntington, Eisenhower Avenue, King St. -Old Town and Braddock Road stations will all shutdown this summer. Metro is shutting those six stations down for the summer in order to replace their platforms, which are falling apart.

D.C. fire departments are getting some extra special visitors this week

RUFFined Spotlight: Herbert the high-fiving, smiling Heinz 57 mutt

Don't worry, he's not growling at you, he's smiling!

Out and About: 10 events to jump start your week

Monday, May 20The Best of the D. C. Boys Choir:Following their recent tour to South Africa, Music Director, Eleanor Stewart and the D. C. Boys Choir, will present a program of original works and arrangements especially for boys choir. This includes classical works, spirituals, contemporary popular works, songs from South Africa and jazz classics by Washington's own Duke Ellington. Free to attend.

13 sneak peeks from episode 2 of Hannah's Bachelorette season

It's all going down on episode two tonight at 8 p.m.!

Pet of the Week: Gunther the heartthrob

Are you looking for a friendly, playful dog that loves to be by your side? Then three-year-old Gunther is the pup for you! This handsome boy came to the Humane Rescue Alliance from a transport partner in West Virginia when his previous owners were moving and could no longer care for him. It didn’t take long for Gunther to steal the hearts of staff and volunteers with his dark brown eyes, super soft ears and sweet personality.

Logic, Kygo and Diplo entertain at the 2019 Preakness

Jazz in the Garden is finally back!

The ACLU has a pop-up in D.C. this weekend

Weekend Report: From free coffee to goat yoga, you can't miss these 9 events

Friday, May 17Washington National Opera's Tosca: Love gets political in Puccini’s striking drama set against 18th-century Rome. Passionate singer Tosca takes matters into her own hands when dreaded chief of police Scarpia hunts for her lover. But no one is guaranteed to get out alive. Tickets are $35. Jazz in the Garden:The summertime favorite returns!

What is myopia?

Myopia, commonly referred to as nearsightedness, is a condition that causes blurry vision when looking in the distance, but not when looking at near objects. Today, nearly one out of two people have Myopia and the prevalence of myopia is projected to continue to rise. Myopia occurs when the eye grows too long, preventing light rays from being focused directly onto the retina.

Zoofari brings good eats and wildlife together for a cause

The Pow! Wow! murals around NoMa are finally done and they're awesome

We did a deep dive on Bachelorette contestant Luke Stone's Instagram

See mom, I told you my Instagram stalking abilities would pay off one day!

Operation I Do: One Lucky Military Couple will win a FREE Wedding

One local couple who serves our country has a chance to win the wedding of a lifetime. It's called "Operation I Do. "The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City, celebrity chef Robert Irvine and the USO of Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore announced a dream wedding giveaway for one lucky active duty military couple to say, “I DO!

Tie the Knot Tuesday: Alex and Kirsten's rustic barn wedding

RUFFined spotlight: Scrummer the hiking enthusiast

When Scrummer sees the backpack come out... he knows an adventure is near!

See if you can guess these D.C. icons!

Out and About: 9 must-attend events to kick start your week

Monday, May 13Author Talk with Kwame Onwuachi:From cooking for the "cleanup crews... in the aftermath of Deepwater Horizon" to "working for little or no pay at blue-chip kitchens like Per Se and Eleven Madison Park" to opening, and closing, his dream restaurant and beyond, Chef Kwame Onwuachi's memoir is about as personal as it gets, and he's not holding any of it back.

13 sneak peeks from Hannah's Bachelorette premiere

Pet of the Week: Athena the aspiring baller

Are you looking for a companion ready for a lifetime of adventures? Look no further than Athena! This one-year-old pup is friendly and fun, but with a calm demeanor. She loves to play catch outside (girl has some serious skills! ), but she is just as content to chill on the couch with her favorite people. Athena came to the Humane Rescue Alliance in April as part of their transport program.

Smithsonian Gardens is opening first-ever Smithsonian-wide exhibition

Museum Week kicked off Monday, but it’s also National Public Gardens week. The Smithsonian Gardens is an accredited museum, and its unveiling a project for the first time in its history. One of the highlighted attractions is the parterre outside of the Smithsonian castle. Parterre is a French term meaning on or along the ground. Its’ a breathtaking ornamental garden style that originated in the 16th century renaissance in Italy.

D.C. boogies down for the sixth annual Funk Parade

The Carnegie Library Apple store opened today and people lost their minds

Culture meets fun at The Phillips Collection's 2019 Contemporaries Bash

Weekend Report: 9 events to celebrate Mother's Day weekend

Thursday, May 9Evenings at the Edge: Take a walk on the wild side during the final Evenings at the Edge of the spring season. Talks, activities, and performances are inspired by the upcoming exhibition The Life of Animals in Japanese Art.

Artists duke it out over a mural battle at The LINE Hotel

Theater Tuesday: 5 must-see shows for May

This month's list is full of modern adaptations of classic plays and literature, mixed in with newer diverse works. There is a soul-stirring gospel musical, an adaptation of an ancient Chinese folktale, and a classical tale to celebrate the last show of a long-time Artistic Director in the D. C. theater community. THE WHITE SNAKEConstellation Theatre Company at Source, 1835 14th St.

RUFFined Spotlight: Toby the soon-to-be therapy dog

10/10 Toby is a good boy!

Meet the 3 locals who will be competing on season 15 of The Bachelorette

Get to know Bachelorette Hannah's cast of guys

D.C. ranked one of the best 'states' for working moms

With Mother's Day just around the corner, mumsicle is on the brain a lot this week! And with more than 70 percent of U. S. women with children under the age of 18 working outside the home, we know that moms are balancing an incredibly full plate these days. Add to that the fact that women still only earned 85 percent of what men did in 2018, and it's clear mom is fighting an uphill battle. Financial health website WalletHub wanted to determine the best and worst states for working mothers.

Pow! Wow! is bringing over a dozen murals to NoMa this week

Out and About: 7 events to kick start your week

Monday, May 6. Met Gala Viewing Party:Join FGIDC for fashion's most anticipated night of the year, the Met Gala! This viewing party will allow you to view the details from all angles with three screens, so no matter where you turn, you wont miss a single red carpet moment. Guests will enjoy signature cocktails, a buffet, a custom photo booth experience and a panel discussion after the red carpet viewing with local celebrity stylists.

These are the most popular Star Wars inspired dog names

As it is May 4th today, you are probably going around to everyone and their mother saying, “May the 4th be with you,” right?? In honor of May 4th, Trupanion was curious to find out what Star Wars inspired dog names they had in their databaseand the names do NOT disappoint.

Pet of the Week: This 2-month-old puppy is up for adoption

Meet Kyle, a two-month-old puppy that is pure love! This playful pup came to the Humane Rescue Alliance in April as part of a transport from Mississippi. Since then, the animal care and medical staff have been working hard to get Kyle and his siblings ready for adoption. As with most puppies, Kyle is full of energy and would love to find a patient family who will help him start to work on house training and basic manners. He loves to play, play, play and sleep!

Inside the 94th annual Virginia Gold Cup

Friday night sizzled with salsa dancing on The Mall

Weekend Report: 15 events to enjoy this Cinco de Derby weekend

Thursday, May 2Stage Director Talk: Vivienne Benesch, director of Love's Labor's Lost, shares creative insights into the production. A wine reception with light fare is included with your ticket. Tickets are $20. Phillips After 5: Celebrate Latin culture with the American Latino Museum, in partnership with The Phillips Collection.

D.C. ranks as third worst city for personal hygiene

D. C. is quite often getting voted as one of the best cities to live in for any number of reasons. We are apparently the second best "state" for millennials, we are the 7th best city for leading an active lifestyle and we consistently rank in the top 10 cities for working parents. But a survey result that came through my inbox today has me DISTURBED! Did you know that D. C. residents are the least likely to change their underwear??

This 15 year old hosted an entrepreneurship summit headlined by Elle Macpherson

While most high school sophomores spend their spring slogging their way through geometry homework and desperately wishing it was summer break, 15-year-old Ariel Beck was busy planning an entrepreneurship summit for 200 women ranging in age frommiddle school to graduate school students. As CEO of the non-profitGirls Who Start, Beck was intent on making her inaugural summit a success, so that it would not only be her first summit, but her first of many.

Your May 2019 concert guide

Week 1: May 1-8. 1. Parachute. Pop rock. Wednesday, May 1 - 9:30 Club. 2. Maren Morris. Country. Thursday, May 2 - The Anthem. 3. Missio. Pop rock. Thursday, May 2 - 9:30 Club. 4. Imogen Heap. Alternative. Friday, May 3-4 - Lincoln Theater. 5. Hot Snakes. Punk. Friday, May 3 - Rock & Roll Hotel. 6. Murs. Hip hop. Sunday, May 5 - Songbyrd. 7. The Dandy Warhols. Alternative rock. Monday, May 6 - 9:30 Club. 8. Lil pump. Hip hop. Wednesday, May 8 - The Anthem. Week 2: May 9-16. 1. Ex Hex. Rock.

RUFFined spotlight: Belle is trained to respond to Harry Potter commands

Wingardium leviosa! Sit, Belle, sit!

Pet of the Week: Bull the spunky adventurer

Meet Bull, a sweet, spunky pup who is ready for an adventure! Bull is a favorite of Humane Rescue Alliance staff and volunteers, and they'd love to help this awesome pup find his new family here in D. C. At just a year old, Bull has plenty of energy to keep up with an active family who will help him continue to work on his basic manners. This smart pup already knows sit, and is eager to keep learning new tricks. And did we mention he loves the company of other dogs?

Out and About: 9 events to end April, and start May, on a high note

Monday, April 29In Peak Bloom: If you're missing the cherry blossoms already, stop by Artechouse to see theiraugmented reality exhibition, "In Peak Bloom. " It includes an atrium full of responsive, projected blooms, plants that respond to your body's electrical currents, a Japanese fable told in virtual reality and, of course, cocktails. Every piece of art in this exhibition was made by women or women-led teams, including an installation from Design Foundry, a local group. Tickets are $16.

The best cosplay we saw at Awesome Con 2019

Your creativity blows us away every year!

Inside the 2019 White House Correspondents' Dinner

On the red carpet of the 2019 White House Correspondents' Dinner

Thousands of fans geek out at day two of Awesome Con

Awesome Con is back in D.C.

It's bigger and better than ever!

Union Market announces 2019 drive-in movie schedule

Grab your popcorn and a blanket and get ready for movie night under the stars, as Union Market's drive-in movies are back for the eighth season. The first Friday of every month from May 3 through October 4 a flick ranging from Netflix favorites like Coco to throwbacks like Jaws and A League of their Own will be projected onto Union Market's parking lot wall. via GIPHY.

Weekend Report: 7 events that are going to rock this weekend

Friday, April 26. Awesome Con:Time to let your inner-nerd out at the 7th annual. Awesome Con, a comic-con that embraces all aspects of pop culture, with a variety of comic books, collectibles, toys, games, original art, cosplay, and more. Celebrity guests include Anthony Michael Hall, Cole Sprouse,Creed Bratton,Lou Ferrigno,Milo Ventimiglia,“Weird Al” Yankovic and more. Tickets start at $40.

RUFFined Spotlight: This one's a real Mensch

Warning: This puppy is ridiculously cute!

Dyngus Day splashes its way to H Street

Out and About: 8 events that make this week stellar

Monday, April 22Caps Game 6: After a decisive 6-0 victory over the Hurricanes on Saturday night, it's time to see if the Caps can close out this first playoff series with a W. Or, if they'l bring it back to D. C. for game 7. Free to attebd. Dyngus Day DC: A celebration of all things Polish, come out and enjoy some Polish beer, polka, pierogies, kielbasa, pussywillows and squirt guns. Free to attend. Tuesday, April 23DCDogMoms Yappy Hour:Meet and catch up with fellow D. C.

For Earth Day, you can bid on a night out with Bill Nye at the Air and Space Museum

From today through May 1, you can bid on a special night out with Bill Nye at theNational Air & Space Museum. The highest bidder will get to be Bill Nye's special guest to a sneak peak showing of the upcoming "Apollo 11" documentary on May 14. The proceeds of the auction, which is being hosted by eBay, will go to benefitThe Planetary Society, which advances space exploration, and the Brooke Owens Fellowship, which supports women in science.

Now you can rent egg laying hens, which is just as awesome as it sounds

Imagine walking out to your yard to harvest freshly laid eggs to make the omelet of your dreams. It sounds like an idyllic scenario reserved for folks who live out in the countryside, but now aspiring urban farmers can get clucky, too. Germantown-based RentACoop aims to make the experience as painless as possible by delivering everything you need: a pair of hens, a coop, feeding supplies and bedding. Rentals are done in four-week increments with the option of extending up to 12 weeks.

Pet of the Week: Come meet this Foxy southern lady

Are you looking for a Foxy lady to steal your heart? If so, two-year-old Foxy is the dog for you! This lovable, 100-pound pup is as friendly and FLUFFY as they come! She loves people and other dogs, and is ready to find her new home here in D. C. after coming to the Humane Rescue Alliance from Birmingham, Alabama. Morning walks, playtime with her brother, Butch, and a good brushing are some of Foxy’s favorite activities.

Thousands puff puff pass at the National Cannabis Festival

Thousands of people from the DMV and beyond joined in the 4/20 festivities at the fourth annual National Cannabis Festival.

Take a peek inside Framebridge's first brick and mortar store

In an increasingly digital-focused world, I am always shocked when I hear an online business is expanding into the brick and mortar sphere. But one company I was SO excited to hear would be opening doors in D. C. was Framebridge, which opened its first store on 14th Street in late March. Framebridge was founded in 2014 by D. C. local Susan Tynan after her own sticker shock experience with the framing industry.

Weekend Report: 12 events to spice up Easter weekend

Thursday, April 18. Caps Game 4 Viewing Party: The Caps are coming off a rough game three with a loss to the Hurricanes, but they are ready for game four redemption. The Caps will host a watching party at Capital One Arena with doors opening at 6:30 p. m. Free to attend with $5 beers until 7 p. m. Tiger Fork Night Market: Tiger Fork’s Night Market will return for spring with guest chefs Vanessa Maneja of D. C.

RUFFined Spotlight: Otis the outdoor explorer

Tie the Knot Tuesday: Brittanie and Ben's winter mountain wedding

Women's Eye Health and Safety Month

April is Women's Eye Health and Safety Month, and MyEyeDr. is taking a look at some of the vision risks that women face over the course of their lives and the reasons behind them. According to the recent Prevent Blindness study, The Future of Vision: Forecasting the Prevalence and Costs of Vision Problems, women make up the majority of the 4. 4 million Americans age 40 and older who are visually impaired or blind.

10 solid books to dive into this spring

After really slacking on my personal reading goals at the end of 2018, I have kicked off 2019 with a vengeance. Lucky for me, there were some incredible book releases in the last few months, making this list difficult to narrow down to my top 10 picks. From memoirs to romance and psychological thrillers, the themes of coming-of-age, community and grappling with an identity crisis abound in my spring 2019 book recommendations. So pick one (or 10!

Pet of the Week: Meet Mr. Wiggles

Meet Mr. Wiggles! This 7-year-old pup came to the Humane Rescue Alliance from Fort Worth, TX, as part of HRA’s transport program and is ready for a new life here in the District. Mr. Wiggles loves people and would do well with other dogs who are calm and easy going, like him. This tripod pup may only have three legs, but he doesn’t let that slow him down. True to his name, he’s wiggly, friendly and fun -- Mr. Wiggles is ready to meet his match! As an added bonus, Mr.

It's our third anniversary! Here are some of our favorite photos since 2016

Inside the annual Cherry Blossom Parade

Early morning showers didn't scare away thousands of people who showed up for the 2019 Cherry Blossom Parade!

The Newseum's last 'In Bloom' party proves to be an epic bash

The Newseum is due to close to the public in January 2020, but guests were able to explore its elaborate exhibits with cocktails in hand.