Joan Niesen

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Friday, November 21

After more than two years of renovations, the National Museum of American History reopens today with a bang. Known as “America’s Attic” for the plethora of historical and pop culture memorabilia it contains, the museum’s reopening festival features additional activities that commemorate the new look of the museum.

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Friday, November 14

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Friday, November 7

In Case of An Outbreak, A Containment Policy

Imagine it is the dead of night, you are fast asleep, and all of a sudden, you are shaken awake. The university needs your house, administrators will help you pack, and you must evacuate as quickly as possible.

For the residents of two Prospect Street houses, it is a distinct, albeit unlikely, possibility.

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Friday, October 31

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Friday, October 24

If you’ve ever wondered what Kate Hudson saw in her husband, you might get some insight from seeing him in person. Head to the 9:30 Club tonight to see Chris Robinson’s band, The Black Crowes, perform; Check out his music to see if he’s worthy of fame beyond being Kate’s ex.

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Friday, October 17

Unlikely companions motorcycles and charity unite tonight at the Operation Helping Hands Concert and Motorcycle Ride, an annual event that raises money for Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Head to the State Theatre in Falls Church, Va., not just to see the crowd of bikers, but also to enjoy free T-shirts, concerts from local bands and a silent auction.

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Friday, October 10

GU Sophomores Launch New Online Guide to District

After meeting last year through the Georgetown Entrepreneurial Organization, Brian Miller (COL ’11), Brendan Somerville (MSB ’11) and Jimmy Tran (MSB ’11) hatched a plan for a Web site that would serve as a comprehensive guide for students to life in Georgetown. It would be the beginning of collegelifeDC.com.