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The Bennington would like to remind our residents that we will be closed on Monday, Sept. 6 for Labor Day. We are so sorry if this causes an inconvenience for anyone. Please do not hesitate to call 703-920-2166 if you need immediate assistance.

We hope you have a fun and safe Labor Day holiday! Thank you for being such great residents!

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This weekend we are closing in on Labor Day and I can hear the excitement everywhere! What are you planning to do for Labor Day. If you don’t have plans just yet don’t worry, here at The Bennington we’ve got you covered.

In and all around Washington D.C. there are events happening in honor of Labor Day. My personal favorites are the events that include food. Food on a holiday is always better. This year a couple of neighbors and I will be attending the Labor Day Burger Eating Contest.

While I definitely won’t be participating I’ll be there to watch! You can watch the contest this Monday (9-6) at 5:00 p.m. at Whitlow’s on Wilson!

How many can you eat?

Whitlow’s On Wilson

276 Wilson Boulevard

Arlington, VA 22201

703-276-9693

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After a hard week I enjoy hanging out with a couple of my friends at McGinty’s! This traditional Irish pub and restaurant is a great hang out for everyone! They enjoy calling themselves a “public house.”

“A Public House is a gathering location for the whole community”

McGinty’s is a pub and restaurant that wants to be a “Jack of All Trades.” They provide outdoor seating with a large patio, a secluded area for a quiet dinner and a large bar for those ready to relax!

This unique venture is Irish owned and managed and aims to bring a little Irish hospitality and friendliness to its surrounding communities.

Where do you enjoy having a good time on a Friday?

McGinty’s Arlington

3650 South Glebe Road
Arlington, VA 22202

This may be the only week that some people can say this without reprimand. This week is DC Beer Week! You can celebrate it or you can learn about beer culture. Yes, there is beer culture.

Still not convinced? Well I like to explain beer culture like wine culture. Beer can have many different colors (all a tint of brown) and tastes. You could have a wheat beer or a regular one. There are certain ways to have a beer, depending on the country you could either have it ice cold (my personal favorite) or served at room temperature.

Does it sound familiar? The same characteristics of a wine go into a beer as well. So if you’re not a beer connoisseur just yet this is the week to do it! Check out the list of events here!

Please drink responsibly and don’t drink and drive. Simply use the Commuter Rail!

Tuesday	8-24
Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe “Brooklyn Brawl” Beer and Cheese Tasting.	1517 Conn. Ave., NW Washington DC 20036
Wednesday	8-25
DC Bread and Brew presents Lagunitas Beer Dinner: ” Six beers and Six Plates”	Call 202-466-2676 for reservations
Thursday	8-26
The Reef presents “Rogue Ales Oyster Fest”	446 18th Street, NW Washington DC, 20009
Friday	8-27
The Black Squirrel Get yourself to Adam’s Morgan and meet the brewer of Flying Dog	2427 18th Street NW Washington, D.C. 20009 (202) 232-1011
Saturday	8-28
RFD FIRKIN SPECTACULAR!!!	810 7th St. NW Washington, DC 20001

When it comes to Tex Mex restaurants I’ve never really enjoyed them. I’m not sure what it is but I’m sure it’s the food. The thing of it is…I only enjoy Chevy’s Fresh Mex! Tex mex to the better level!

“Fresh Mex®,” they take one taste and they just get it: Mexican food, carefully made from scratch by real people from really fresh ingredients is unbelievably good.

At Chevy’s I’ve have salsa made from fire-roasted tomatoes, and tamales made from real masa! It’s greatly made food and the only “fresh mex” restaurant I’ll go to.

Chevy’s Fresh Mex

1201 S. Hayes Street #1, Pentagon City
Arlington, VA 22202

703-413-8700
703-413-0061

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Have you watched a Washington Nationals game yet?? They are definitely going to be busy this month with their home games!! Come out to a game!! You can purchase tickets online!

August 2010
America’s Favorite Sport
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Aug. 15: Nationals vs. Diamondbacks

Aug. 23-25: Nationals vs. Cubs

Aug. 26-29: Nationals vs. Cardinals

Comedian and actor Hal Sparks will be in town at the Arlington Cinema and Draft House!  If some of you are not aware of Hal Sparks, he played in Dude, Where’s My Car, Showtimes Queer as Folk and also does stand up comedy! My personal favorite that Sparks appears in is the I Love the 80s & 90s series!  This Friday and Saturday he’ll be in doing his famous stand-up! You’ll be able to catch him and get some good laughs for the weekend. The show begins at 9:45 with doors opening at 9:15!

Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse

2903 Columbia Pike,

Arlington VA

703 486-2345

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Where would you go if you could choose anywhere in the world? If you didn’t have to worry about prices, how far your destination was, or how long you could stay where would you go? Vote on our poll and let us know where you’d choose! Comment below if you have some place specific in mind.

At Urban Thai Restaurant you’re in for a modern treat! This restaurant offers traditional Thai food with a twist.

When my friends and I made our way over to Urban Thai we were definitely impressed! We love trying different types of foods and having a good time but this was the ultimate collaboration! The food was delicious and the atmosphere was great.

Urban Thai eateries have a distinct combination of quality Thai cuisine, quick service, and practical prices all served in a trendy and stirring environment. At Urban Thai we take your eating experience to an inspirational level.

Urban Thai is located off of 561 south 23^rd St., you can call (703) 979 0777 for more information.

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Are you planning on heading over to the movies tonight? Crystal Square has some of the Top Movies listed below at the Regal Cinemas Potomac Yard 16. They show great films!

	Dinner for Schmucks Steve Carell, Paul Rudd PG-13, 110 min. 11:25am | 1:20pm | 2:15pm | 4:15pm | 5:05pm 7:00pm | 7:50pm | 9:45pm | 10:35pm | LATE NIGHT: 12:00am
	Charlie St. Cloud Zac Efron, Kim Basinger PG-13, 109 min. 11:45am | 2:05pm | 4:45pm | 7:30pm | 10:05pm
	Salt Angelina Jolie, Liev Schreiber PG-13, 99 min. 11:05am | 12:10pm | 1:25pm | 2:00pm | 2:40pm 3:50pm | 4:30pm | 5:10pm | 6:20pm | 6:55pm 7:40pm | 8:50pm | 9:30pm | 10:10pm | 11:25pm 11:50pm

Regal Cinemas Potomac Yard 16

3575 Jefferson Davis Highway

Alexandria, VA 22305

(703) 739-4040

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