WEDNESDAY, JULY 28, 2010
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REUNITED: Ian MacKaye and Amy Farina play Fort Reno tonight and Monday.
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Nightlife agenda HARUMI AIDA
Soft Power, the Evens at Fort Reno Indie-rock reunions are all the rage, but not
everyone is taking part. A couple of locals who were in beloved ’90s acts have resisted the urge and are instead focusing on their excellent current bands. Mary Timony played sludgy and dreamy songs with Helium, and although some of those elements are still there with her new quartet, Soft Power, things are a bit more jagged and driving with interesting twists and turns. The Evens have been quiet for long enough that it will almost feel like a reunion when the duo of Ian MacKaye (Fugazi) and Amy Farina (the Warmers) play punk-tinged folk songs at Fort Reno on Monday. Sometimes it’s nice to live in the present and not the past. Thursday and Monday at 7 p.m. Fort Reno Park, Chesapeake Street and Nebraska Avenue NW. 202-355-6356.
www.fortreno.com. Free.
SEC Tailgate Don’t look now, but college football season is just over a month away. The Southeastern Conference, home to last year’s BCS champion, Alabama, and third-ranked Florida, has undergone a number of changes over the offseason but looks as strong as ever on paper. Fans and alumni looking to get in the spirit (or possibly do a little trash-talking) should
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head for the SEC Tailgate at George, a Georgetown bar that usually requires its preppy crowd to be on a guest list to get in but is opening its doors to football-loving hoi polloi. Expect Southern rock tunes on the sound system, SEC football highlights on the TVs and plenty of drink specials, including $4 beers and $6 Jeremiah Weed sweet tea vodka cocktails. Jerseys and T-shirts are welcome; face paint might be overdoing it. Thursday, 7:30-10 p.m. 3251 Prospect St. NW. 202-333-1735.
www.georgeofdc.com. Free.
Mark de Clive-Lowe You can hear Joe Zawinul, Chick Corea and Herbie
Hancock in Mark de Clive-Lowe’s music if you know what to listen for. Or you may just be driven to reckless abandon on the dance floor by his intricate electronic beats. With his penchant for vintage synth sounds, his airtight Rhodes piano work and jazz chops, de Clive-Lowe is at the top of intelligent dance music. It’s a combination of top-notch production, arranging and instrumental skill and monster grooves. Onstage, he’s a one-man electronica wizard, presiding over a few choice analog keyboards (along with their modern digital counterparts), an effects box and an MPC drum machine. His sets are wild rides of improvisation
right before your eyes, as he’ll compose songs on the spot by playing and programming all of these instruments in real time. Lowe generally tours with vocalists who match his ability level and taste for musical adventure. Frequent collaborator Sy Smith makes the trip this time, as the two are on the verge of releasing their first full project together. House and soul diva Tamara Wellons and DJ Chris Burns will provide the local support. Friday at 10 p.m. Liv, 2001 11th St. NW.
202-299-0800.
www.bohemiancaverns.com. $18.
Chad America’s Birthday Party When our birthday rolls around, most of us
secretly hope that our friends will throw a really cool party or purchase the perfect gift. Not Black Cat bartender Chad America. He’s a take-charge kind of guy who organizes his own party, booking a couple of bands to play the club and inviting all and sundry to drop by. This year’s entertainment comes from the snotty garage rock of (Stop Worrying and) Love the Bomb, the Electricutions’ ’70s-inspired political punk and the Drains. As always, there’s no cover charge. Tuesday at 8:30 p.m. 1811 14th St. NW.
202-667-4490.
www.blackcatdc.com. Free. — Rhome Anderson, Fritz Hahn and David Malitz
DANCE
ALISON SIGETHY AND KAREN REEDY DANCE Dance performances are generally punctuated by amazing displays of athletic ability, but this particular presentation involves an outdoorsy brand of it. Local troupe Karen Reedy Dance will be joined by glass sculptor and kayaker Alison Sigethy for an outdoor performance. The fun begins on the water behind the Torpedo Factory, where Sigethy will kayak to the accompaniment of live music, courtesy of Jeff Franca. After that, the Reedy dancers will present their portion of the program, which begins outside but soon winds its way into the Torpedo Factory. The evening includes the water-themed “Undertow” as well as work inspired by the Target Gallery exhibition “Art in Balance,” which includes abstract paintings by Marsha Staiger and sculpture by the multi-talented Sigethy.
Thursday at 6 p.m. Waterfront side of the Torpedo Factory, 105 N. Union St., Alexandria. 703-838-4565.
www.torpedofactory.org. Free. — Stephanie Merry
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OUTDOORS:Karen Reedy Dance will perform at the Torpedo Factory.
to demand more from son CAROLYN HAX
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Dear Carolyn: Seeking unbiased opinions on a
few things.
1. My husband has two adult sons from his first marriage. Their mom was an addict and “abandoned” the family when the boys were 5 and 18 months. So my husband was the primary parent. Come my husband’s birthday,
Father’s Day and Christmas, the older son/daughter-in-law do not give my husband anything, except a card, if I send them an e-mail reminder — otherwise they bring nothing. The younger son does give gifts to his dad. To me, it’s a slap in the face not to give your father a token gift. This couple has no problem taking the generous gifts from my husband. My husband says, “It doesn’t bother me, I’m a giver, not a taker,” as his default defense. My husband DID confide in me once that he is ashamed his boy turned out to be a “taker.” Hubby will not tell him this. He does not want to “estrange” the son he sees only several times a year. It bothers me to no end that this
son isn’t grateful to his father for his sacrifice.
2. My husband is addicted to
motorcycles. He was when I met him (we’ve been together six years). If he were single, he’d use all of his five vacation weeks to travel the country on his motorcycle. He and I take about two weeks of “together” vacations. His other weeks, he rides while I stay home. He encourages me to use these
weeks to visit friends and family, but I resent being shoved aside for his motorcycle trips. Every January we get into unpleasant discussions as he starts mapping out this year’s trips. When I protest, he gets angry that I’m trying to keep him from enjoying his “passion for riding.” I used to ride with him sometimes, but back and neck problems prevent me from continuing. I did not enjoy that mode of travel much anyway.
What do you think? Arizona If I could, I’d sentence you to
five minutes a day of writing down your blessings, until it kills your impulse to fuss over whatever isn’t going exactly as you’d like. Your husband’s motorcycle passion? You are trying to keep him from enjoying it. Cut it out. I understand wanting to share
your vacations, I do. But you married someone who loves riding, loved it before you loved each other. He cut back to make room for you: three weeks biking solo, 49 weeks with you. Where you see a threat, I see an ally: Biking keeps the guy you love happy. It keeps a part of him alive, too — a big part of the whole person you fell for. Embrace that. It’s not your place to change him anyway — but you can
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change the way you respond to him. Meaning: Get out there and make something of your three weeks, already. As for the “ungrateful” son?
Prodding him hasn’t worked. Prodding your husband to get upset hasn’t worked. Your pride in his history is sweet, as is your desire to win him his due — but it stops being sweet when you stir up something that the principals themselves have decided to leave at rest. “Several” visits annually are what this son has to give. Accept them warmly, please.
Write to Tell Me About It, Style, 1150 15th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20071, or
tellme@washpost.com.
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A terrific band!”--TheWashington Post Tonight at 8:30pm
by Stew and Heidi Rodewald directed by
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MARINE BAND’S
FREE COUNTRY TONIGHT, 8 p.m.
U.S. Capitol,West Terrace Thursday, 8 p.m. Sylvan Theatre
Lonestar,Brad Paisley,Toby Keith, Martina McBride, Reba McIntire, and Charlie Daniels.The program also showcases original songs by members of the group.
The 8-piece band features modern and classic country hits by recording artists such as Rodney Atkins,Tim McGraw,
www.marineband.usmc.mil
FREE:NOTICKETS REQUIRED (202) 433-4011
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