Buck Hill The Firecracker Jazz Band keeps alive music from jazz's early days, whether it be N'awlins ragtime, standards of Tin Pan Alley, or the Parisian jazz of Django. The group, which features ex-members of The Squirrel Nut Zippers and Tommy Dorsey's Big Band, will bring its hot sound to Twins Jazz tonight. Call 202-234-0072 for set time and cover information. At just 28
If you sometimes feel like a nut, go with it. Today is National Nut Day, although who decided to call it that remains unclear. More obvious are the nutty options available at area farmers markets.
The wines of Yalumba, a sustainable, family-owned Australian producer, will be showcased at a value-priced, four-course dinner Wednesday at Chef Allen's, 19088 NE 29th Ave., Aventura. The cost is $59 plus tax and tip, with a portion of the proceeds going to American Institute of Wine & Food scholarships.
Most people associate autumn with harvest time and falling leaves. But anyone with black walnut trees in their yard anticipates the barrage of green balls raining down from the trees, filling yards and staining shoes.
Back in the early 70s Arsenal didn't do mavericks, they did ruthless efficiency and they won the double in the 1970-71 season with solid, remorseless, effective football.
ALAMOGORDO -- Nancy and Ruben Rivas have a routine. Driving back to El Paso from Ruidoso on New Mexico Highway 70, the Rivas family always stop at the Eagle Ranch for their favorite snack -- garlic and green chile pistachios. Hungry for ideas? Check out our dining section