Advice from the going out more information gurus Right around the hotel, though, there's churchkey, one of the best beer bars in the country with 50 taps and 500 selections in bottles;Black salt/pearl dive, which pairs some of the best oysters around with classy cocktails and indoor bocce;Stoney's, which is one of the most comFortable neighborhood bars around;And number 9 lounge, a modern gay lounge with a great two-For-One happy hour. My parents are coming this weekend for a visit and my sister 1.5-Year old niece will be coming down from baltimore to hang out with us on saturday.What family friendly outdoor activities can you suggest that would accommodate everyone(But really mostly the wee one)?Preferably something that revolves around animals as apparently it was discovered earlier this week at the petting zoo that she enjoys hugging goats.Gross, but cute.The niece wasn't overly excited by our recent trip to the national zoo as the animals are not at a very huggable distance, even the ones in the kiddie area.Any location within a 45-Ish minute drive from arlington is ok.Thanks! What an awesome trip for the kids. (And clearly you're planning ahead to make it special. )I'd definitely take the girls to shake shack for a lunch or dinner;It's just up street from you, and their burgers, and shakes, and fries, are pretty kid-Proof(We even like the veggie burger there. )The show is on a monday night, so i can't help but think there's not a lot that's crazy going on(It's a little too early for ice-Skating rinks and holiday markets).I think a fun trip to the spy museum or madame tussaud's would be an Tiffany Jewellery UK awesome choice--Look for discounts on sites such as goldstar.We're out of prime tourist season so there might be deals to be had. Gotta say, as far as local venues go, jammin java wins-Fantastic national independent talent with the occasional more known name thrown in, a great atmosphere, and staff that gets it.But my absolute favorite ever, i think, is the hideaway cafe in st petersburg, fl.Its a listening room, with signs on the door that say don't talk while the music is going, but unlike other listening rooms i've been to(Eddie's attic)They enforce it!There's nothing worse in the world than an acoustic, intimate set ruined by some jerk at the bar who won't shut up.Hideway does it right. Change of plans for a chowhound birthday I had originally planned to celebrate my early november birthday with six or so friends at the demo kitchen at society fair.However, i just saw on their site that they are now only doing the demo kitchen on fridays and at an increased price of $75.Is there anywhere else that would provide a fun, foodie experience in the $50 or less range(Before drinks, tax, etc. )?It doesn't have to be the same type of setting, just a fun, unique way to celebrate a food-Centric birthday.I loved how this was more interactive and exciting than a regular dinner out but different than a cooking lesson type of thing, which i probably wouldn't be able to drag my friends to. Take a look at this week's review of seasonal pantry, which is a cute space In the city, and it seems To have won Tom sietsema's heart.Another idea might be To sign up for one of the classes/pairIngs at livIng social's space--JustIn tried the sausage and beer class(There's still space), and he Totally loved it because of the InstrucTors.I Took the boo and some friends To a cocktail/spirits class with gIna cherservani, and it was really cool, Too. (The hard-To-Please boo was happy, In part because he ate his plate of red apron charcuterie, and then mIne.Help!My father-In-Law is coming out in 2 weeks(He's been here plenty of times)But is bringing my husband's aunt and uncle who've never visited.We're tasked with the daunting chore of where to take them to eat.They are picky eaters, don't do sushi, ethnic food.They are literally american and seafood(Cooked).I've run out of places and so far the only thing on the list is mikes american grill, clydes, bonefish/charthouse.Something moderately priced and in the fairfax/springfield/tyson's area is idea but i'm willing to go into md.Oh and i should mention they're here for 12 days.I've said i'm going to cook but they're insisting it'll be to much trouble with work.What do you suggest? So eastern market flea market, it's possible to sell clothes, but looks like they're not in search of clothing or accessories vendors at this time.I've hit resale stores as a i've rid myself of all my 20-Something mini-Dresses, and you could try a couple of things--Second time around in georgetown does high-End designer shoes well and a lot of more adult clothing(As does secondi in dupont).But both are consignment stores, which does mean you leave your clothes, and you wait.But the return is far higher than you'd get selling your stuff and walking away.It might take a month to sell, but at least it's out of your hair in the meantime.For selling on the spot, mustard seed in bethesda is a good option, both because they offer a good amount, and because they frequently take a lot of things.The caveats:Many of these places don't take office-Wear(Because nobody wants to buy it);And they're not going to pay you nearly what you think your stuff is worth.It's a catch 22, but if it's more important to get it out of the house, they're worth trying.

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