Take part in the Golden Triangle’s Flowers for Phones special cell phone recycling event by dropping off an old used cell phone, PDA, or pager to be recycled on April 13 or 14 from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m at either Farragut Square Park (Connecticut Ave & K Street) or the Triangle Park at the intersection of 21st & M Streets.

If you join us at noon on Tuesday, April 13 in Farragut Square Park, you'll also get a chance to meet DC Councilmember Jack Evans and we'll give away four $50 gift cards to BLT Steak to people who are at the event at 12:00 p.m. sharp!

Regardless of when you come, everyone who drops off a cell phone gets a free potted flower to take home and the chance to win a great prize from one of the following Golden Triangle merchants:

Clean, Green & Golden Week

"Flowers for Phones" is just one piece of the Golden Triangle BID's bigger spring cleanup project: "Clean, Green and Golden Week". From April 10 through the 18, the BID is participating in an all-out cleaning effort to enhance the Golden Triangle neighborhood. From installing bike racks, mulching tree boxes on K Street, and working with property managers to bring a golden landscape to the streets, the BID is busy making every block from the White House to Dupont Circle sparkle. Full details on our spring cleanup week are available here.

Grab a Paper for Local Deals & Discounts

Next time you are out and about, grab a copy of the Spring 2010 issue of the Golden Triangle News street paper! You can find the eight-page paper in the black newspaper condo boxes outside of Farragut North, Farragut West, and Dupont Circle South Metro stations and in many building and hotel lobbies in the BID. The Spring issue has a special section of deals and discounts that are available only to those who read the paper. These stellar deals include $100 off personal training, half-price bottles of wine, $5 off dinner, and more from M Street Bar & Grill, Mezza Luna, Chocolate Moose, Bench Gym, Schakolad Chocolate Factory, City Sports, The Hay-Adams, Foundry Gallery, Green and Blue, the Melting Pot, and EyeBar.

The Golden Triangle News street paper also includes information about new shops and restaurants and more, making the paper a great way to get to know what's happened—and happening—in the Golden Triangle; so pick one up today!

Countdown to Concert Season!

The sounds of summer in the Golden Triangle are just around the corner! The free Golden Triangle Summer Concert Series (formerly known as “Sounds in the Square”) runs on Thursday evenings in June and July in Farragut Square Park. Check out this summer's lineup and check back often to see how to win great prizes each week, and how to sign up to receive VIP concert picnic packages.

Play the 'Name Game' with a New BLT Restaurant

BLT Restaurant Group just launched a national online "Name Game" contest. The acclaimed restaurant group is in search of a great name for the three new burger restaurants it plans to open later this year in New York City, Los Angeles and here in the Golden Triangle at 1317 Connecticut Avenue. Contestants can enter online at www.bltrestaurants.com, and one lucky winner will claim a $4,000 grand prize.

These new burger restaurants will be updated versions of the classic American burger joint, serving up a casual attitude, cool milkshakes and a variety of signature burgers on soft, no-frills buns. Toppings, starters and sides will showcase traditional American favorites. Beverages will include over 20 beers on tap, enticing cocktails and hand-scooped milkshakes made to order.

All they need is a name. From Monday, April 5, through Friday, April 30, contestants can enter their suggestions for the name of the new burger joints. Find out more »

Host a Private Event in the Golden Triangle

Booking a private function in the BID has never been easier--two of our finest venues (Smith & Wollensky and The Hay-Adams) are offering great event deals to our readers this April.

At Smith & Wollensky, book a function of 10 guests or more between April 1 and April 30 and you’ll receive a complimentary 30-minute reception featuring the chef’s selection of hors d’oeuvres. Smith & Wollensky's beautiful private dining rooms are available with no room fees or food & beverage minimums. To check availability, please contact Rachael Krieger at 202.478.9105. Find out more »

At The Hay-Adams hotel (where nothing is overlooked but the White House), book an event for 2010 by April 30 and receive a one-hour complimentary cocktail reception when booked in conjunction with a dinner for 20 guests or more. Find out more »

24-Course Dinner at Vidalia

Chef RJ Cooper and the Vidalia team have created the first twenty-four course tasting (yes, that is 24) menu fusing delectable market ingredients with international flavors.

Seated on the communal table in Vidalia’s Wine Bar, six guests will experience Chef Cooper and Vidalia’s “24.” The mysterious courses are a surprise to the guest, produced and personally served by Chef Cooper and his agents.

The communal seatings are Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. Reservations may be made for up to six people. Cost is $150 per person including beverage pairing. To make a reservation, call Vidalia at 202.659.1990. Find out more »

Go Tart on Freshii Fridays

Freshii officially opened its doors this past Monday at 2001 M Street, and they'll be promoting one of their great fresh menu items-- tart yogurt--all summer long during "Freshii Fridays": every Friday between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. tart yogurt is 50% off.

Freshii's menu includes nutritious salads, burritos, wraps, rice bowls, yogurts and soups in a "build your own" format, served in a fast, fun, hip and environmentally sustainable atmosphere. Find out more »

Earth Day Specials at The Quincy hotel

Come to DC to celebrate Earth Day; stay at The Quincy! Any guest who books a two-night stay the weekend of April 23 to 24 will receive a 10% discount off their stay and The Quincy will donate 5% of the room rate to Earth Day Network.

To book this offer call 202.833.8639 ext 7050 or email a booking request to reservations@thequincy.com.

Happy Hours in the Golden Triangle

With more than 200 restaurants and clubs in the Golden Triangle, happy hours are plentiful. Here's a list of some new and noteable ones taking place in April:

Malaysia Kopitiam now hosts a Happy Hour from 5.00 to 7.00 p.m. on Monday to Friday when you can get $2 beers and $3 house wine as well as select appetizers for $2 to $3 each.

Science Club offers $4 spirits, $5 wine, and $3 or $4 pints (including Guinness!) all night Monday through Thursday, and from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Fridays.

Vapiano's patio is open, so take advantage of their happy hour deals that start every day at 5:00 p.m. and include house red or white wine and 20-ounce draft beers of Peroni or Pilsner Urquell, each only $3.95.

Public Bar's hosting a new weekly happy hour on their rooftop deck featuring drink specials from 5:00 to 11:00 p.m. Regular happy hour runs downstairs as well Monday through Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. with $3 domestic and $4 import beers, and $5 rail drinks.

See more promotions taking place in the BID »

Indulge During Spa Week at Patsy's Nail Bar

Take advantage of great Spa Week (April 12 to 18) deals from Patsy's Nail Bar. Patsy's is offering three great spa treatments for just $50 each:

Upcoming Events at National Geographic

Film: 2501 Migrants: A Journey
April 7 @ 7:00 p.m. | NG Member: $8; General Public: $10
This film documents Oaxacan artist Alejandro Santiago's creative response to the impact of migration on rural Mexico. A discussion with the filmmaker, seven-time award-winning director Yolanda Cruz, will follow the film.

Tasting: Chocolate--from Bean to Bar
April 14 @ 7:00 p.m. | NG Member: $75; General Public: $80
Explore the world of chocolate at this tasting with DC's own chocolate aficionado and owner of Biagio Fine Chocolate, Biagio Abbatiello, and internationally acclaimed chocolate maker, Steve Devries. With these experts, you'll savor your way through the history, personalities, and flavors behind this alluring treat that ancient Maya and Aztecs called "The Elixir of the Gods." Bring your sweet tooth, a loved one, and a sense of culinary adventure to the sweetest event of the National Geographic Live spring season.

Lecture: America's Endangered Species
April 20 @ 7:30 p.m. | NG Member: $15; General Public: $18
In his new National Geographic book, Rare: Portraits of America's Endangered Species, veteran photographer Joel Sartore offers 80 masterful images of threatened lifeforms, along with an informative review of the history and purpose of the Endangered Species Act. Step behind the camera with him as he shares the stories behind living things that may soon disappear from the world.

Lecture: Tracing the Family
April 21 @ 7:30 p.m. | NG Member: $15; General Public: $18
Using information about his own DNA that he obtained by participating in National Geographic's Genographic Project, writer Donovan Webster traced his family back to the first human beings. In his new National Geographic book, Meeting the Family: One Man's Journey Through His Human Ancestry, and in this presentation, he recounts his own travels in the footsteps of his ancestors from Tanzania's Rift Valley through the Middle East and Central Asia, through Europe and to North America.

Major League Baseball Comes to Allen Edmonds

Celebrate the Great American Pastime with the Great American Shoe Company. Just in time for Opening Day, Allen Edmonds is introducing a new collection of MLB merchandise including boat shoes with embroidered team logos and cedar items laser-engraved with team logos. Choose from the Ballpark, Sandlot or Team boat shoes (available for adults and kids) along with shoe trees, tie hangers and belt racks. Stop by the store to check out these great items and support your favorite team all season. Find out more »

Weekly Specials at Singapore Bistro

Featured in Fodor’s international travel guide Washington DC’s 25 Best, Singapore Bistro offers fine Asian fusion and sushi, with delicious Indonesian food as well.

Head in for an early lunch any weekday and get the early bird special of 20% off dine-in and 10% off carry-out orders from 11:00 a.m. to noon (for a max discount of $20). Stop back in after work for 50% off beers and selected sushi from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Find out more »

Events all Month at Douglas Cosmetics

It's gifts galore and free consultations this month at Douglas Cosmetics. From now until April 24, you can get a free seven-piece gift with any Estee Lauder purchase of $29.50; if you spend $55 you can add three full size lipsticks and chic organizer to your gift! Free hand massages on April 16, spring color makeovers on April 23, and many more opportunities throughout the month to find ways to enhance your beauty and health at Douglas Cosmetics. Find out more »

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