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Sometimes tours play the same cities two years in a we were thrilled to once again visit McLean High School! They had the most entries, and we loved learning about the extra special classes that McLean offers students. Laser printer anyone? The Virginia Lottery Teacher Tour is bringing scratchers and swag and cheer to awesome educators all around Northern Virginia. We love showing up with Georgetown Cupcakes as well to say thank you. RealFunDC.com/Teachers

The Capital Jewish Museum—a new museum opening at Third & F Streets, NW, in Spring 2023—is a secular organization that explores the intersection of the American Jewish experience in the nation's capital. Now a lot of you may be like …. another Jewish Museum … and let me correct you. There is not a Jewish museum in DC, there's the Holocaust Museum, which is not a celebration of Judaism that is a tomb of remembrance. This Museum will inspire connection across communities with me today to talk about the new museum and the Capital Jewish Food Festival is Lisa Del Sesto, Museum Educator of the Capital Jewish Museum. Lisa brought with her good friend Susan Barocas, chef, caterer, and food writer who is putting on the staged events. Lauren Newman from CityBlossoms one of the Museum's Community Partners and Peter Schechter from Immigrant Foods talked about all the restaurant involvement. Industry Night with Nycci Nellis, Tuesdays at 7pm on RealFunDC

The BEAST is back. No, not David Nellis of Foodie And The Beast fame. The BEAST - The Snalleygaster Festival. Back on with me is world-renowned beer expert, Neighborhood Restaurant Group Partner, and one of the brains behind Snalley, Greg Engert. Greg & I catch up on the the10 year anniversary and how one goes about curating all the incredibly unique offerings that one can really only find at this festival. Greg brought with him John and Bonnie Branding, Founders of the really fabulous Wheatland Spring Farm Brewery (Waterford VA), and the no less fabulous Dino Funari the Founder of Vitamin Sea Brewery. Together we chatted about the beer process, the current artisanal beer landscape, and what makes Snalleygaster so special. That's Industry Night with Nycci Nellis, Tuesdays at 7pm on RealFunDC

In case you didn't get the memo — events are back in DC. And bringing back one of the area's most beloved events — New Kitchens on The Block — creators Al Goldberg and Nevin Martell catch us up on what April 30th 2022 will look like and brought with them several notables who's doors you will be entering soon: Blake King of ToriSumi Yakitori + Marcelle Afram, Shababi Diner + Margaux Riccio of Cenzo's Upper West Side. Industry Night with Nycci Nellis on RealFunDC

Our relationship with food is an ever-evolving journey. On the next Industry Night, Nycci digs down deep with certified eating psychology expert and health coach, Elise Museles and talks her new book, Food Story: Rewrite The Way You Eat, Think & Live. 7pm on RealFunDC

Winter Solstice is today, both the Washington Football Team and Washington Capitals are in Philadelphia tonight. According to the Washington Business Journal, the 4-H property on Connecticut Avenue was recently sold and will become a campus for senior living. Self testing sites are open around DC, mask mandate returns to the Districts and we contemplate if Prince's death is why we are where we are today. Then we question if Elvis Presley was a gay icon. Five local black women are being painted larger than life on the side of Union Market, all entrepreneurs were created by a non-profit that invests in minority business. A new comedy club is opening up in Adams Morgan, “Hotbed”, is the home of the Underground Comedy performing in the basement of the Big Hunt and more recently at the Eaton. After 66 years, the Phillips family has made the difficult decision to sell our Phillips Crab House property in Ocean City, Maryland, and the location has now permanently closed, according to a post on their Facebook Page. The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum has acquired a pair of ear tips worn by actor Leonard Nimoy as the character of Dr. Spock on the Star Trek TV series. Links: Self testing Sites in DC; https://coronavirus.dc.gov/testyourself#map Phillips Closing in Ocean City https://www.facebook.com/PhillipsCrabHouseOC Spock's Ears https://dcist.com/story/21/12/20/spocks-ears-smithsonian/ New Comedy Club Coming to Adams Morgan: https://www.popville.com/2021/12/hotbed-comedy-club-and-bar-dc-adams-morgan/ From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

We share memorable moments from Wendy Rieger, NBC4's legendary broadcaster for over 3 decades, in honor of her retirement. After nearly 60 years of overlooking the Rehoboth Beach boardwalk the historic Dolle's sign was removed on December 15. BTS rapper RM visited two Washington-area museums last week! On his Instagram account with over 22 Million followers, he posted from the National Gallery and Glenstone in Potomac, MD. Mayor Bowser announced she will remove the reversible rush hour lanes on Connecticut Avenue after years of accidents and confusion to make way for more bike lanes. Websites: Wendy Rieger IG: https://www.instagram.com/nbcwendy/?hl=en BTS - RM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CXVPwSysyyX/?utm_medium=copy_link Reverse Lanes on Connecticut Ave: https://dcist.com/story/21/12/15/say-goodbye-to-reversible-lanes-on-connecticut-avenue-and-hello-to-a-bike-friendly-redesign/ Dolle's Sign Removed: https://www.capegazette.com/article/last-sunrise-dolle's-sign-rehoboth-beach-boardwalk/232342 From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

MoCo Show reports Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds were in MoCo to meet with Total Wine at their HQ. In other Ryan Reynolds news his marketing agency produced Peloton's commercial in response to Mr. Big's death on the Sex and the City reboot. Two zebras have been found and are back with their herd, and their owner who faces animal cruelty charges, after spending months roaming parts of Prince George's County, Maryland. GRAMMY-winner Jennifer Nettles stops by Capital One Hall on Thursday, December 16 for a night of holiday favorites and Broadway hits. Tommy talks with her one on one about her concert, new album and husband poisoning on Broadway. DC Designer MyLy took a hammer to Carla Hall's kitchen. MyLy tells us about the project and how she's working to reshape the look and feel of many DC neighborhoods. My Dream Kitchen: Carla Hall will premiere Saturday, December 18 only on discovery+. Virginia and Maryland rank and two of the most generous states. The “TopAgency” who gathered the data snubbed DC by not listing us with the other 50. Links: Ryan and Blake in Bethesda: https://www.instagram.com/p/CXenjK6O6oV/?utm_medium=share_sheet Peloton's SATC response: https://www.instagram.com/p/CXZXpYpJmOk/?utm_medium=copy_link MyLy Design : https://www.instagram.com/mylydesign/ Zebra's Captured: https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/zebras-found-captured-after-spending-months-roaming-prince-georges-county/2909810/ Jennifer Nettles Concert: https://www.capitalonehall.com/event/jennifernettles Charitable Giving by State: https://topagency.com/report/charity/ From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

Senator Bob Dole's funeral is today at the National Cathedral. NASA announced its 2021 astronaut candidate class, two of them are from the D.C. area. In other space news, Michael Strahan is scheduled to go to space on Blue Origin tomorrow. ***Some spoilers about the reboot of Sex and the City “And Just Like That”. Unless you want to cry for 2 hours don't watch. KFCs in Maryland, Georgia and Texas will now offer Capital City Mambo Sauce. White Flint Metro will be renamed North Bethesda after a Metro Board unanimous vote of 8-0. Ford's Theatre returns with a Christmas Carol, Tommy talks with Craig Wallace who portrays Ebenezer Scrooge. Links: North Bethesda Station: https://dcist.com/story/21/12/09/metro-white-flint-station-change-north-bethesda/ WMATA Map: https://www.wmata.com/rider-guide/new-riders/upload/pocket-guide-English.pdf A Christmas Carol at Ford's Theatre: https://www.fords.org/performances/current-and-upcoming/a-christmas-carol/ From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

ESPN ranks the top service dogs in training with NHL teams, and the Washington Capitals' Dog, the chocolate lab Biscuit is #1. Wreaths Across America is happening this year at Arlington National Cemetery and at hundreds of other military cemeteries around the country on Saturday, December 18. New this year, volunteers will be required to register to participate in the public wreath-laying. The National Symphony Orchestra's annual, “A Holiday Pops!” concert features indie-pop queen Ingrid Michaelson this weekend on December 10 and 11. Virginia Lottery Teacher Tour continues with a stop at W.T. Woodson to honor four teachers. Links: Best NHL Dogs: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/32746233/ranking-nhl-best-team-dogs NSO with Ingrid Michaelson: https://www.kennedy-center.org/nso/home/2021-2022/holiday-pops-ingrid-michaelson/ Wreaths Across America Registration: https://learn.wreathsacrossamerica.org/anc2021 Teacher Tour Site: https://www.realfundc.com/teachers From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

The late Senator Bob Dole to lay in state at the Capitol on Thursday and funeral set for Friday at the National Cathedral. The Washington Capitals and The Wharf announced “Capitals at The Wharf,” a Capitals-themed setting located at The Wharf's Campfire, is now open and concludes in February. Check the link for watch parties and other Caps themed events. Recap of the Wharf's annual Boat Parade. Carla Hall returns to her hometown of DC for the Metro Cooking Show and shares details about her new book “Carla and the Christmas Cornbread.” Tommy shares his red carpet interviews from the Kennedy Center Honors that include Berry Gordy, Bette Midler, Goldie Hawn, Smokey Robinson. Links: Capitals Campfire at Camp Wharf: https://www.wharfdc.com/newsroom/2021-12-06-wharf-and-washington-capitals-announce-capitals-wharf-winter-programming/ Kennedy Center Honors: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/honors/ Carla Hall's Book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Carla-and-the-Christmas-Cornbread/Carla-Hall/9781534494695 From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

The Catalogue for Philanthropy, reports a 6% increase ($1.17 million) in donations on GivingTuesday. Last year, local charities received $1.1 million on GivingTuesday. Donations were collected via Give Local Together. The MLB lockout is on. Players can't communicate or train with the team. Kelly also explains why the Nats are still paying Max Scherzer? Plus what are the odds this affects Spring Training? Deck the halls with holiday shopping to benefit Children's National. The annual designer tree auction has become a swanky holiday market. Last night at the Library of Congress the 2nd Ruth Bader Ginsburg Women of Leadership Awards, was give to Queen Elizabeth. British Ambassador to the U.S. Dame Karen Pierce, DCMG accepted the 2021 award on behalf the Queen. Guests included Martha Stewart, Nicky Hilton, David M. Rubenstein, Saudi Arabia's Ambassador to the United States and Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) That beautiful Pennsylvania Tree at Presidents Park! The National Tree Lighting special will air on CBS. We relived the iconic moment from the 90's of Patti LaBelle waiting for her backup singers to join her on stage. LINKS: Giving Together Local: www.givelocaltogether.org Catalogue for Philanthropy: http://www.cfp-dc.org/ Patti Labelle Youtube Christmas Tree Lighting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z84QdJlPpHE From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

Foo Fighters are coming to Merriweather Post on May 16, tickets go on sale on December 3. RG3 announces on his Twitter a new book, "I want you to take the journey with me as I walk you through one of the most dysfunctional franchises in all of sports.” The book will be released August 9. In other WFT news, they have the third consecutive kicker this season from the DMV area. Brian Johnson is the latest from Gonzaga High School. Restaurants around DC are asking patrons not to do coke in the bathroom; those messages can be seen on a neon sign at L'Ardente and a cross stitch at Lyman's Tavern. Milo the dog received an award from PETA for saving a woman's life. He ran to scratch at the door of his neighbor's when the dog's owner heard faint cries for help from her 85 year old neighbor who had fallen. Grammy nominated artist Alessia Cara joins the show to talk about her new Christmas song that was written on her mother's bathroom floor. Links: Foo Fighters to Merriweather Post: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/15005B72D80F4EC0?fbclid=IwAR0_TDCaRgdX5tFN7PrUob3FlTbbsRqjrl8C5_6WnLdFbB3tpLsIYi1q2Bk RGIII Writes a Book: https://twitter.com/rgiii/status/1465682653051510792?s=21 Washington Football Team Gets a New Local Kicker: https://www.wusa9.com/article/sports/nfl/washington-nfl/washington-football-team-signs-local-kicker-third-consecutive-time/65-0fa3b031-2f37-46ba-9548-cf610140f10f?fbclid=IwAR1k5KA_KtdtrfC_NC0_nNi1m5iYNWFZd45BJjChQJbcegtIlNksaAtx0r0 Don't Do Coke in the Bathroom: https://www.washingtonian.com/2021/11/15/please-dont-do-coke-in-the-bathroom-at-these-restaurants-and-bars/ From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

Former Nationals Pitcher, Cy Young Winner, Max Scherzer signs a 3 year, $130 million contract with the Mets. The 37 year old pitcher will see his former team on opening day 2022, when the Nats head to New York on March 31. It is Giving Tuesday! Check out local charities like Nats4Good.org and The Catalogue For Philanthropies which will again serve as the community leader for all local nonprofits on GivingTuesday, the global generosity movement that celebrates all acts of giving. The Washington Football Team beat the Seattle Seahawks in a dramatic end to Monday Night Football. The final score was 17-15, the WFT now has 3 consecutive wins and a chance for a playoff spot. We remember meteorologist Doug Hill from ABC 7. Madame Vice President Harris visited the Downtown Holiday Market for the second year in a row, she made a special stop to visit a young entrepreneur Alejandro, and his company “Smell of Love Candles”. Baltimore based Guinness Brewery released holiday flavors Mint Chocolate and Gingerbread Stouts. The District Wharf is hosting the annual boat parade on Saturday, December 4. Links: Giving Tuesday Platform: www.givelocaltogether.org Catalogue for Philanthropies: www.cfp-dc.org Smell of Love Candles: https://www.instagram.com/p/CW3JM3ZjDMn/ Guinness Brewery: https://www.guinnessbrewerybaltimore.com/ From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

5 years ago Kelly's teenage son was diagnosed with Epilepsy after having a grand mal seizure. She is passionate about educating people about Epilepsy and talks with Dr. Archana Pasupuleti a Pediatric Epileptologist at Children's National. We discuss what is epilepsy, signs of epilepsy, treatments, mental health implications, and what to do if you witness someone having a seizure. LINKS: Children's National Hospital https://childrensnational.org/visit/find-a-provider/archana-pasupuleti Epilepsy Awareness Month https://www.epilepsy.com/make-difference/public-awareness/national-epilepsy-awareness-month From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma had social media buzzing ahead of their game against the Charlotte Hornets last night, arriving at Capital One Arena in a giant pink sweater. Twitter compared his bold fashion statement from everything to a Pepto Bismol bottle to the Pink Panther. Wreaths Across America is on this year on December 18 at Arlington National Cemetery and military cemeteries around the country. We share a preview of local artisans that are at the Downtown DC Holiday Market. Featured vendors include Cannimals, IndiBlooms, Smell of Love Candles, Painted Palettes, Marcella Kriebel, and Turtle's Web. Many big box retailers are closed on Thanksgiving Day including Costco, Home Depot, Nordstrom, and Walmart. Washingtonian Magazine highlights “DC Christmas Bar Queen” Salame Aspiazu. She is designing a Christmas Theme bar in the Navy Yard at the wine bar Maxwell Park. The HISTORY channel partnered with Blue Star Families for “Mission to Honor” rolling up a CSX 1776 pride in service locomotive and train full of toys and educational items to military families at the B&O Railroad Museum in Baltimore. Tommy hosted the evening of fun and festive holiday cheer for military families. HISTORY's awesome new show “Toys That Built America” premieres on Sunday November 28th at 9PM. How you can support Blue Star Families: HISTORY will pledge to donate $1 for every post on social media, up to $25,000, to Blue Star Families when you share a photo, video or nostalgic memory of their favorite childhood toy using #toysthatbuiltamerica and tagging @HISTORY Links: Kyle Kuzma Sweater: https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nba/news/kyle-kuzma-pink-sweater-wizards/k6jsr68iypa916cdffv11vctz Kyle Kuzma Sweater 2: https://twitter.com/Tina77715956/status/1463119974931828737 Kyle Kuzma Sweater 3: https://twitter.com/DirtRacinGirl14/status/1463118230109794313 Kyle Kuzma Sweater 4: https://twitter.com/SosaThaPlug1/status/1463090521056976896 Wreaths Tickets: https://learn.wreathsacrossamerica.org/anc2021 Christmas Bar: https://www.washingtonian.com/2021/11/22/navy-yard-wine-bar-maxwell-park-is-becoming-a-decked-out-christmas-bar/?fbclid=IwAR0H1gNnpC5NZNuFiLXhu9FTNG3pitibsw4X6EbICuWL-SVzTkiLq36MPuw Big Retailers Closed on Thanksgiving: https://wtop.com/thanksgiving-news/2021/11/big-retailers-wont-beckon-shoppers-on-thanksgiving-day/?fbclid=IwAR3oTeeFcmElrZBfIn7mwR4X3LXV3mJttpxFOK1pgzu6hpLXNbZ85nFB_iE Holiday Market Vendors Smell of Love Candles https://smelloflovecandles.com/pages/about-us Painted Palettes https://www.paintedpalettes.com/ Marcella Kriebel https://instagram.com/marcellakriebel?utm_medium=copy_link From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

What a season on and off the field for the Washington Spirit. They won the NWSL championship on Saturday against the Chicago Red Stars. Spirit defenseman Kelley O'Hara (33) is the oldest player to score in an NWSL Championship, while Trinity Rodman (19) is the youngest to have an assist. Fight Night will reboot in 2022, according to their press release, it will be “Fight Night meets The Kennedy Center Honors,” celebrating those who have leveraged the power of sports for positive social impact on May 19, 2022 at the Anthem, they have partnered with Al Roker's production company to tell the story of the honorees. NBC 4's Pat Collins goes viral with his vandalism story about Mike. Sculpture Garden Ice Rink reopens. Tommy and Kelly visit Sterling Middle School. Links: Washington Spirit Overcome A Crazy Season: https://www.espn.com/soccer/united-states-nwsl/story/4524920/nwsl-final-washington-spirit-a-fitting-champion-after-overcoming-year-of-controversy Fight Night Details: https://fightforchildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Fight-For-Children-Honors-Press-Release-FINAL-11.18.21.pdf?fbclid=IwAR0CE55v-GepMj6AmweNb1K8aNdrojzyeMWg07W0vt9N_Cu8Moh2dPr5zeA Pat Collins' Viral Song: https://twitter.com/gregorybrothers/status/1461501962268991491?s=20 Sculpture Garden Reopens: https://www.nga.gov/visit/ice-rink.html Virginia Lottery Teacher Tour: RealFunDC.com/teachers From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

Mayor Bowser announced yesterday that beginning Monday, November 22, masks will not be required in private businesses. Teacher Tour with Virginia Lottery and Georgetown Cupcakes continues with a visit to McLean High School. A car was vandalized in NE DC with “Mike is a cheater” spray painted and windows bashed. NBC 4's Pat Collins talks with the car owner, not Mike; someone raged on the wrong car. Taylor Swift continues to surprise fans with Easter Eggs in her 2 new videos from the re-recorded Red Album, I Bet You'll Think Of Me and All Too Well. The Downtown Holiday Market begins Friday, November 19. This year's retail lineup will feature more than 70 exhibitors including Black-owned and minority-owned businesses from the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development's (DSLBD) Made in DC program. Six food vendors will provide tasty treats and hot beverages, spread across the market. Lunar Eclipse is occurring on Friday morning, at 4:02 a.m. EST, 99.1% of the Moon will be in Earth's shadow at maximum eclipse. It will be visible across all of North America, much of South America, and portions of Asia. The last time this occurred was in the 15th Century. Links: Mike is A Cheater: https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/mike-is-a-cheater-vengeful-vandal-hits-wrong-car-in-dc/2884767/ TikTok Video on Taylor Swift's Easter Eggs: https://www.tiktok.com/@catquinn/video/7029921165447548166?_d=secCgwIARCbDRjEFSACKAESPgo8s3HX7Rx9x9Cm%2BITbwiQf8Rr9N%2Fod0194axPC5%2BQq3UeCQk8ktmk8XBHmGg%2Bt%2BPDfacgoP7vq3Rhx9PvvGgA%3D&checksum=9ca8b95838dd319ba698106f61fcfcd9b9b9a414b4a4d402a64616b3fada6933&clips_cover_ab=v0&enable_clips=1&language=en&preview_pb=0&sec_user_id=MS4wLjABAAAAMaOdMkDR8NszWtvShacYPXvgbgob33TxluWKi6z73denNeP7rCRW4fvKtfvGcICr&share_app_id=1233&share_item_id=7029921165447548166&share_link_id=122CD261-39F7-40AF-862F-C93D6149566B&source=h5_m×tamp=1637097083&tt_from=sms&u_code=d426hcjb6k5c9j&user_id=6642317007176695813&utm_campaign=client_share&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=sms&_r=1 Downtown Holiday market site: http://downtownholidaymarket.com/ From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

The Washington Spirit is heading to the finals on Sunday against the Chicago Red Stars! Game is at noon, a watch party is in the works, stay tuned to the Spirit's Twitter. Game will air on CBS and Paramount+. National Christmas Tree Lighting is on December 2 in President's Park on the Ellipse. LL COOL J will be the host, joined by Billy Porter, Chris Stapleton, H.E.R., Juanes, Keb' Mo', Kristin Chenoweth, Maren Morris, and Patti LaBelle performing holiday favorites alongside the U.S. Army Band Downrange and the Howard Gospel Choir. As You Are Bar is headed for Barracks Row expected to open early next year, Washington City Paper reports. Bar will also offer programming for LGBTQ youth. We interview Deale, Maryland's Brother Osborne, who is coming to the Anthem on Friday night, fresh from winning the CMA Award for Country Duo. Links: Spirit Twitter: https://twitter.com/WashSpirit As You Are Bar: https://washingtoncitypaper.com/article/539306/as-you-are-bar-an-inclusive-queer-space-is-bound-for-barracks-row/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter_axioslocal_dc&stream=top National Christmas Tree Lighting: https://www.thenationaltree.org Brothers Osborne: https://www.brothersosborne.com/ From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

She was known as the "female Al Capone." Odessa Madre is a mysterious figure in DC history who ran gambling, bootlegging and other illegal activities. Madre's empire spanned decades and a new documentary tells the story of a complex woman. "She was a woman who was not welcomed in society because of how she looked because of her sexual orientation and she said, "you know what? I'm going to be successful and live life on my terms the way I want to." And she was unapologetic." Tommy chatted with filmmaker Robin Hamilton about her journey in uncovering the woman behind the folklore. Find a screening of Odessa's Reign here AroundRobin.com From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com

A Maryland high school English teacher who teaches at International High School at Langley Park in Prince George's County won the $1 million Global Teacher Prize from the Varkey Foundation for her work to help first generation students with college education. For the first time, the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas tree will come from the state of Maryland. Dua Lipa in DC according to her instagram. She was in town to support the screening of the movie Hive, a story of a woman who starts her own business after her husband goes missing in the war in Kosovo. Lipa, who is of partial Kosovan descent shared on IG “ I hope it can help with the collective healing of families who were separated and people who lost their loved ones. “ For the second consecutive season, Juan Soto was honored as a Louisville Slugger Silver Slugger Award winner for National League outfielders. DC creative agency No Kings Collective and Events DC are bringing together more than 100 artists and independent curators this weekend for the second Umbrella art show. This massive free arts event will take place across 25,000 square feet of retail space at the new Collection 14, a mixed-use development project by Madison Investments (1400 W St. NW). Links: Dua Lipa Instagram in DC: https://www.instagram.com/p/CWGIN3WMDF9/ Maryland Christmas Tree: https://www.nbcnewyork.com/entertainment/holidays/2021-rockefeller-center-christmas-tree-is-on-its-way-to-new-york-city-from-maryland/3395391/ Umbrella Art Fair: https://eventsdc.com/news/events-dc-and-no-kings-collective-host-second-umbrella-art-show-nov-12-14 Red Eye Market Crowds: https://washingtoncitypaper.com/article/538581/diners-strike-out-at-redeye-night-market-swarm-downtown-restaurants/ From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityshopgirl/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycollis/ Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommymcfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrtommymcfly/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymcfly/

Yesterday the National Cherry Blossom Festival announced its programming for 2022 with several in-person events. They are working with the Mayor's office, the National Park Service, and other officials, partners, and stakeholders to plan a variety of safe, entertaining, and fun programming for the Festival that will unite communities, help support economic recovery, and embrace springtime in the District. It kicks off on March 20. Yesterday marked the first day DC became a two-area code city with the launch of the 771 area code. Squid Game 2 is coming! No release date but a confirmation from the director that Gi-hun will return. The porcupine population is growing in Virginia, we talked with Dr. Riley at the Blue Ridge Wildlife Center who is currently caring for a sick porcupine. Links: Squid Game 2: Squid Game 2 is Coming! National Cherry Blossom Festival: National Cherry Blossom Festival Blue Ridge Wildlife Center: Blue Ridge Wildlife Center From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl Instagram: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

For the first time in nearly 100 years, and as part of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Centennial Commemoration, the public will be able to walk on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Plaza at Arlington National Cemetery and lay flowers in front of the Tomb on Nov. 9 and 10, 2021. Washington Spirit Is Heading to the Semi-Finals this weekend after their overtime win against North Carolina. Washington Nationals Juan Soto was named one of three finalists for the 2021 National League Most Valuable Player award, winners announced on November 18. DCA opened two new 50,000-square-foot security halls to help with passenger traffic just in time for the holidays. WMATA is testing two 7000 series trains with heavy boxes to simulate passengers with hopes to ease delays by December. 3 new Amazon stores are opening in the DC area, Gaithersburg, Logan Circle, and Columbia, MD. Tony Hawk was in DC over the weekend and left a skateboard at a park in Shaw for one lucky fan to find. Tommy McFly receives the first-ever Diane Raya Brown lifetime achievement awards from Best Buddies. Links: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Washington Spirit in the playoffs: Washington Spirit Makes the Playoffs Tony Hawk Stops By Skate Yard: Tony Hawk Stops by a Skate Yard From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl Instagram: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Colin Powell's funeral is today at the National Cathedral; his son Michael and Madeline Albright are expected to speak, Presidents Biden and Bush also expected to attend. Big changes at the Wharf after Captain White's Seafood Market pulls out their barges after a dispute over rent with the developer and the city. Speculation over who will replace FP in the booth to cover Nationals games for MASN- making the list are past players such as Zimmerman, Jayson Werth and pitcher Drew Storen. Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the country and DC Parks and Rec has noticed, there are currently 34 outdoor pickleball courts in DC, with plans to have courts in all 8 Wards by 2022. Billionaire Todd Boehly, part-owner of Lakers, Dodgers in talks to buy women's soccer team the Washington Spirit, Boehly is originally from DC. This weekend is the wrap up of Southern Maryland Vegan restaurant week. Tommy talks with their founder Alissa Kircher from the Ruddy Duck in Solomon's. Links: Captain White's Seafood Market Leave the Wharf: Captain White's Seafood Market Leaving the Wharf Pickleball Courts Come to DC: Pickleball Courts Come to DC WJFK Speculates Who Will Replace FP Santangelo: Who Will Replace FP Santangelo? Washington Post Reports Todd Booehly to buy the Washington Spirit: a href=”https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2021/10/29/todd-boehly-nwsl-washington-spirit/”>Todd Booehly to but the Washington Spirit Southern Maryland Vegan Restaurant Week: Southern MD Vegan Restaurant Week From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl Instagram: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Tommy and Kelly discuss conspiracy theories around the plot and characters on Squid Game. Kevin Hart pops up at the DC Improv to work on new material. House of Gucci with Lady Gaga will open in theaters in November, the book the script is based on has a DC connection, the author Sarah Forden is a reporter living in the area. A biracial American Girl Doll is inspired by environmental activist Sharon Dennis Wyeth, 73 who grew up spending time with her family on the Anacostia River. DC Night Market founded by Peter Chang from No Kings Collective is happening on Saturday, showcasing dozens of Asian inspired restaurants in an outdoor festival on Pennsylvania Ave. Links: Conspiracy Theories on Squid Game: Squid Game TikTok Conspiracies Kevin Hart at DC Improv: Kevin Hart at DC Improv New American Girl Doll from DC: < a href=”https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/a-new-environmentalist-for-the-next-generation-is-a-doll-and-shes-from-dc/2021/11/01/b0902a7e-3b38-11ec-a493-51b0252dea0c_story.html”>New American Girl Doll from DC DC Night Market: DC Night Market From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl Instagram: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Election Day is here in Virginia, there are drink specials at Myron Mixon's BBQ. The new National Christmas tree is here and planted on the White House lawn and Mariah Carey has announced that Christmas time is officially here. Her song, All I Want For Christmas, consistently hits number 1 every year and has made her over $60 million since its release 25 years ago. Merriam-Webster Announces 455 new words including amirite, dad bod, air fryer and TBH. Cox Farms in Centreville, VA will be smashing pumpkins this weekend. Yummy giveaways in Shaw neighborhood for their Eat, Drink, Shaw, Reimagined campaign. Links: Merriam-Webster Announces New Words: New Words in the Dictionary Mariah Carey Cashes In On Christmas Mariah Carey Says It's Christmas Time Again New National Christmas Tree: New National Christmas Tree is Here Eat Drink SHAW, Reimagined: Eat Drink SHAW, Reimagined From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl Instagram: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

According to Popville, a female coyote was spotted in Rock Creek Park as part of #SnapshotUSA, a nationwide study using camera traps in suburban, rural, wild, and urban areas across all 50 states. Tropicana announces on social media they are releasing a toothpaste that will make your morning OJ taste good. Northern Virginia Teacher Tour continues, surprises for teachers at Willow Springs Elementary. The High Heel Race was last night and over 400 competitors completed the block and half race. Round up of Halloween activities in the DC area. Links below! Links: Coyote Spotted at Rock Creek Park: Coyote in Rock Creek Park Toothpaste Friendly OJ: Toothpaste Friendly OJ Teacher Tour: Teacher Tour Halloween Happenings - Pumpkin Decorating: Pumpkin Decorating Halloween Happenings - Pumpkins in the Park: Pumpkins in the Park Howl-o-Ween at Hirshhorn: Howl-o-Ween at Hirshhorn From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl Instagram: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Katie Couric returns to DC on Saturday night for an appearance at the Anthem to promote her new book “Going There”. In her time as a local TV reporter in DC at WRC Channel 4, she talks about her former colleagues including Barbara Harrison, Wendy Rieger and Pat Collins. Halloween decorations at a house in Friendship Heights, shows off how many businesses are “RIP” in this NW neighborhood including Neiman Marcus, AMC, and Lord and Taylor. The High Heel race is tonight on 17th Street with a parade at 6:30 pm and the race at 9:00 pm. D.C. residents are eligible for a free one-month membership to Capital Bike Share to help ease transportation issues caused by WMATA delays. The Virginia Governor race continues to capture attention. A local foundation hopes it can also capture dollars for charity, by people picking the candidate they believe will win. Again this year, the Washington Regional Alcohol Program is partnering with Lyft to provide free rides for Halloween. Links: Katie Couric Dishes on Local Reporters: Katie Couric Talks Local Reporters Halloween in Friendship Heights: Halloween in Friendship Heights High Heel Race: High Heel Race Free Rides on Halloween: Free Rides on Halloween Capital Bike Share: Capital Bike Share From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl Instagram: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Arlington County and Arlington Public Schools announced Wednesday that Amazon will support the building of a permanent home for Arlington Community High School (ACHS) as part of its PenPlace development in Pentagon City. Orkin released its Top 50 Rattiest Cities List and the top five cities didn't budge, with DC coming in at #5. Maryland's legendary screamfest Markoff's Haunted Forest to host Haunted HEIST, a nightlife takeover of Markoff's spooky "Town." In a statement, Metro said it is “working to reach out to customers that were on board the train that derailed last week and are providing a $21 SmarTrip credit. While it does not make up for their experience, we wanted to offer an apology along with this small gesture of appreciation.” Online is the Spooky Hill map of the location in the Capitol Hills neighborhood of Halloween decorations. Colin Powell's Funeral is scheduled for November 5 at the National Cathedral. The Teacher Tour continues with a stop at Hoffman Boston to visit Ms. Gomez. Links: Amazon Partners with Arlington Public Schools: Amazon Partners with Arlington Public Schools Heist Halloween Night: Heist Halloween Night Rattiest Cities in the US: Rattiest Cities in the US Metro Give $21 Smart Credit Compensation: Metro to Give $21 Smart Credit Compensation Spooky Hill Map: Spooky Hill Map From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl Instagram: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

We are remembering Colin Powell and his 13 rules for life. Rule #1 It ain't as bad as you think. It will look better in the morning. Delays continue with WMATA as they investigate the recent derailment. Yesterday, Washington Metrorail Safety Commission investigators found the fourth axle of the train involved in the Blue Line incident was “out of compliance with the 7000 series specifications for the wheel and axle assembly.” National Geographic released a documentary on the rescue of the Thai boys soccer team. The incredible story includes real footage, “The Rescue” has already received accolades at the Middleburg Arts Festival. Three Maryland towns, Frederick, Columbia and Annapolis are all ranked in the best 100 places to live in America, according to a report released by the community research outlet Livability. Halloween candy sales are up 48% compared to this time last year. Most popular candy in Maryland = Hershey Kisses, Virginia = Hot Tamales and DC = M&Ms. A 2 hour interview with Oprah and Adele is coming to CBS on November 14th. Political Arena is a new video game in development that allows players to choose a political candidate and make all sorts of decisions around campaigning. Links: Top Halloween Candy By State:

Max Scherzer enters the 9th inning to save the Dodgers as they go on to the NL championships against the Braves. One of the three zebras that escaped from a farm in Upper Marlboro more than a month ago has died. Adele's long awaited single has been released, “Easy On Me”, it is about her divorce, and moving on. She shared the inspiration behind her new song with BBC Radio. The Capital Pride Alliance is hosting the inaugural Colorful Fest weekend, including a Block Party & Fair at Dock 5, located at Union Market on Sunday, October 17. It will feature small independent businesses, community groups, artisans, food, and entertainment. Broadway returns to the Kennedy Center this week with the production of Hadestown. Links: Max Is Shirtless: Max is Shirtless Adele Interview with BBC Radio: Adele Interview with BBC Radio Colorful Fest: Colorful Fest From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl Instagram: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Mr. National, Ryan Zimmerman, and his wife Heather announced on Instagram they are expecting their 4th child in January, a baby boy. The Capitals won their home opener last night against the Rangers 5-1. Alex Ovechkin scored a pair of goals and passed Hockey Hall of Famer Marcel Dionne for fifth place on the League's all-time list. The Korean candy made famous from Squid Game, dalgona, is available in the DC area at Annandale's Shilla Bakery for $4.99. A documentary about a DC-based black female gangster, Odessa Madre who ran a lucrative gambling ring in D.C. in the 1950s has been released on WHUT-TV. The Congressional Cemetery is holding the annual fundraiser “Soul Strolls” on Friday and Saturday night, as well as a less creepy Sunday day stroll. Links: Heather Zimmerman is Preggers: Heather Zimmerman is Pregnant Squid Game Candy: Squid Game Candy Congressional cemetery: Congressional Cemetary Odessa Trailer: Odessa Trailer Washington Post Article on Odessa: Washington Post Article on Odessa From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl Instagram: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Capitals Fans are invited to attend ‘Rock the Red Carpet' on F Street from 4-6:30 p.m. on October 13 prior to the home opener. Festivities for kids and adults are planned. Adele is expected to release new music on October 13. Is the James Bond worth seeing in a theatre and sitting through at 2 hours and 43 minutes? No spoilers, but whoa her Majesty's Royal Navy! Just the clip? Is nail clipping in a waiting room super gross or a good use of free time? Plus what's with all the Squid Game slapping? And the annual teacher tour has returned! Kelly and Tommy surprised teachers in Fairfax County at Willow Springs Elementary and Woodson High with Virginia Lottery swag, scratchers and Georgetown Cupcakes. RealFunDC.com/teachers to follow along From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming

Drag Queens in high heels returns on October 26 for the 34th Annual 17th Street High Heel Race. Max Scherzer is starting on the mound for another wild card game, this time for the LA Dodgers game tonight against the Cardinals. Three former Nationals players are playing in tonight's game, Max, Trea Turner and Jon Lester (Cardinals). Alexandria, Virginia has been named a Top 3 Best Small City in the U.S. according to the 2021 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards. This week Dauphine's, Chaia Tacos, ANXO, Toki Underground, Seylou Bakery and RASA will feature limited edition, waste-less menu items, incorporating ingredients that would have otherwise fallen to less fortunate outcomes. Each dish fights food waste and helps reduce the 40% of food that is wasted each year and proceeds from the dishes will be donated to DC Central Kitchen. NextDoor is relaunching its Treat Map again this year. The app will let people in your neighborhood post if they pass out candy or have the scariest Halloween decorations. Links: Scherzer in Dodgers Gear: Scherzer in Dodgers Gear Alexandria Best Small City- Conde Nats listing: Alexandria Best Small City From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl Instagram: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Tommy makes amends with 94.7 Fresh FM and reconnects with the Fresh Family on Facebook. DCist shares the peak foliage times in the DC area. Hint mark your calendar for October 18. Dave Chappelle returns to DC to share his new Netflix special and raise funds for his alma mater Duke Ellington. Kennedy Center is hosting an incredible hands-on and interactive arts festival this weekend. Road Diet is a new term for road construction that will cause headaches and delays. Nationals' home closer was a tearful goodbye for Mr. National, Ryan Zimmerman and Juan Soto is in the running for MVP of the National League. Links: Tommy Facebook Post: Tommy Facebook Post Fall Foliage Map: Fall Foliage Map DC Denied Statehood: DC Denied Statehood Art Festival at the Kennedy Center: Art Festival at the Kennedy Center Road diet: Road Diet Dave Chappelle Premieres Netflix Special in DC, Raises Funds for Duke Ellington School of the Arts Dave Chappelle in DC Nats: Nats Twitter From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl Instagram: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

House for sale that includes a batting cage and a panic room. Home to former Washington Nationals star Jayson Werth can be yours for just 6.495 million and is open this weekend. Nationals have their final weekend of games to end their season against the Boston Red Sox. Juan Soto, up for National League MVP player, was spotted at Carmine's on Thursday night enjoying a meal with his family and stopped to take photos with fans. Capitals' star Alex Ovechkin announced his name brand cereal, ‘Ovi O's,' has raised $44,008 for research into childhood cancer. It is opening weekend for the Capital One Music Hall with Josh Groban and Big Little Town performing there. A gas station convenience store in North Bethesda sold a $10 million winning lottery ticket. Links: Jayson Werth's Home: Jayson Werth's Home Capital One Music Hall: Capital One Music Hall From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl Instagram: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

The DCist has a story about the official DC Cat Count which concluded after 3 years of counting. Over 200,000 cats live in DC and 3000 of them are feral. There are 6 payphones still in operation in DC. According to WTOP the locations are: 1432 H St. NW, in front of a Cheesecake Factory, 2452 18th St. NW, in Adams Morgan, right between Shenanigans Irish Pub and Julia's Empanadas. Four phones are on Mount Pleasant Street in Northwest in front of a supermarket, dry cleaner, community center and ice cream shop. Axios DC has a story about a new meetup group of young TikTokers meeting up in DC called DMV Besties. The community of young adult friendship-seekers is now more than 700 strong. As we enter the Halloween season, what is the psychology of being scared? We talked with psychiatrist Dr. Asha Patton-Smith from Kaiser Permanente. This year's 9th Annual Wiener 500 Dachshund Dash at the District Wharf is happening on Saturday. Participants can watch over seventy Dachshunds race on the District Pier track. Spectators can catch all the action on our 17-foot jumbotron screen with live video footage and commentary from emcee Tommy McFly. Beginning October 1, electric scooters in the District will need to be locked to a pole or bicycle rack. Links: DC Counts Cats: DC Counts Cats Location of DC Public Pay Phones: Locations of DC Public Payphones DMV Besties IG: DMV Besties Instagram Enter Your Dog Into the Weiner Race: Enter Your Dog Into the Weiner Race From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

Happy Birthday to Rock Creek Park, turning 131 years old today. The Washington Capitals have partnered again with America's VetDogs, a non-profit that provides service dogs to veterans and first responders with disabilities, to train future service dog ‘Biscuit.' Biscuit is a 9-week-old male chocolate Lab, will undergo basic training and socialization with the Capitals staff, players and public for the next 14-16 months. DC extends its ticket amnesty program, allowing drivers to pay only the fine without late fees on outstanding parking, speeding, red light, and other tickets until December 31. HBO's White House Plumbers a docuseries about Watergate was filming in DC over the weekend and turned areas around the Eisenhower Executive Office Building into a recreation of 1972 with Nixon Campaign signs and cars Washingtonian Magazine reports on a young couple unknowingly recently purchased a home in Prince George's County that was the site of the events that inspired The Exorcist. A Florida politician recently tweeted that the DC Food scene was “terrible” and “not great”. Thousands of Washingtonians responded in defense of the restaurant industry. Links: DNA Test Links Woman to a Wanted Murderer: DNA Test Links Woman to a Wanted Murderer The Caps Get a New Puppy: The Caps Get a New Puppy Ticket Amnesty Program: Ticket Amnesty Program Politician Hates on DC Food Scene: Politician Hates on DC Food Scene Couple Purchases Exorcist House: Couple Purchases Exorcist House From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

On the next Industry Night with Nycci Nellis: Chef Chris Amendola believes in forest to fork dining and does just that at his restaurant, Foraged in Baltimore. Hyper-seasonal/local eating. And, FIFA and US Soccer may return to DC after a 30+ year hiatus. What does it take to bring an international event of that size to the District? Nicole Quiroga, President & CEO of the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and a member of the DC2026 Advisory Board fills us in. That's Industry Night on RealFunDC

Georgetown University students are experiencing an outbreak of a bacteria causing gastrointestinal illness for dozens of students. The cause is unknown but comes on the heels of the CDC announcing a nationwide salmonella outbreak. Downtown Franklin Park is opening today after months of renovations. The Park will include a restaurant and pavilion, an expanded and restored fountain plaza, and a new children's garden as well as ADA accessible sidewalks and enhanced lighting. The Washington Capitals and Caesars Entertainment Inc. announced a multi-year partnership agreement today that places the Caesars Sportsbook logo on Capitals home and third jerseys worn for games played at Capital One Arena beginning with the 2022-23 NHL season. The landmark announcement marks the first team announced agreement in the NHL's Jersey Advertising Program. Art All Night happens in 16 neighborhoods across all 8 Wards of the District, Friday night and Saturday night. NBC4 visits, The Americans in Wartime Museum in Nokesville, Virginia, which displays more than 100 military vehicles from past wars, holds its annual open house this weekend. Washingtonian Magazine reviews the DC code to find out which animals you are permitted to own and a zebra is not one of them Links: CDC Salmonella Outbreak: CDC Salmonella Outbreak Caps Twitter with new sponsor: Caps Twitter with New Sponsor Art All Night: Art All Night Could you own a zebra in DC : Could You Own a Zebra in DC? Tank Farm outside of DC: Tank Farm Outside of DC From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

With the White Flint name no longer relevant to the surrounding community, Montgomery County requested the name be changed to North Bethesda Station after consulting with business and community leaders. Metro's Board of Directors is responsible for approving or declining requests for station name changes. Metro is seeking public feedback on the proposed name change. September is the best month for pawpaws in this area, a fruit that is a cross between a banana and mango that is native to the mid-Atlantic region. Starting this weekend, the local farmer's market will have limited supplies. Katie Ledecky announced Wednesday that she is moving to the University of Florida to be closer to home and train under Anthony Nesty, a rising star coach who will oversee her preparations for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Zebras are still on the loose in Prince George's County. Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke announced on his Instagram that a beer company is a sponsor that is not Heinicken - He received a Bud Light, care package including a “Bud Lighticke” What's the deal with school photos, does anyone order wallet size anymore? Sukkah City comes to DC, an incredible display of 7 Sukkahs outside of the Building Museum, on display until October 3. Links: Golden Retriever on the Baseball Field: Golden Retriever on the Baseball Field Dcist: Where to Find Pawpaws this weekend: Where to Find Pawpaws This Weekend How to Weigh In for the New “White Flint” Station: How to Weigh In for the New “White Flint” Station Taylor Heinicke IG: Taylor Heinicke Instagram Jewish Museum: Sukkah City Teacher Tour: Teacher Tour From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

Plans for Fairfax Peak, an indoor skiing and entertainment venue were submitted to Fairfax County in late 2018. Happening this weekend an open house event is being held in advance of public hearings and a review by the Board of Supervisors. If approved, the indoor skiing facility would host a 1,700 foot indoor ski slope, the longest in North America. Farmer's Almanac predicts a “flip-flop” winter for the DC area, meaning it will be mild then a snow storm then mild again. Starting October 1, riders in the District will be required to lock their rental scooters to a bike rack, a sign or a bike/scooter corral. Champion Yodeler DC Oktoberfest Residency. Manuela Horn, a contestant on AGT in 2009 and "Queen of Oktoberfest" is making her first DC appearance. She gave us some tips on how to Yodel and how to celebrate Oktoberfest. Horn has fifteen shows coming up at Hook Hall in NE. Nominate your favorite Northern Virginia teacher today for Tommy and Kelly's annual teacher tour. Links: Farmer's Almanac: Farmer's Almanac Caps Promo Calendar: Caps Promo Calendar Hook Hall Yodel OktoberFest: Hook Hall Yodel OktoberFest Teacher Tour: Teacher Tour From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

Captain Obvious is seen at almost every home Nationals and Capitals game wearing his signature “captain” costume and carrying his “obvious” signs. Always positive, always with a smile, fans and players love seeing him in the stands. This weekend he will be back at Nats Park for their 3 day homestand after a 5 month struggle with Covid that almost took his life. In the hospital for months and on the brink of death, he shares his experience, the strength of his family and long journey of recovery. His story is inspiring. Links: Kelly's Twitter: Kelly's Twitter Captain Obvious Recovery Journey: Captain Obvious Recovery Journey From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

A giant painting will wrap around the Hirshhorn Museum this weekend while the museum undergoes renovations. Also on the Mall 660,000+ flags will be laid out over the next two days in front of the Washington Monument to honor those that have passed from Covid. Columbia Room is reopening with a $120 tasting menu that includes cocktails infused with algae, mushrooms and insects! Black ants, worms, and other insects are sustainable and are going more mainstream in food and drinks. Arlington based Best Buddies, Connor Garwood, 18, and his girlfriend Sarah Buzby, 16, will be featured in a billboard in Times Square this weekend as part of an awareness campaign by the National Down Syndrome Society. SpaceX is launching Inspiration4 today with four "amateur astronauts" going into orbit for three days. Nationals nominated Max Scherzer for the Roberto Clemente Award for the player “who best represents the game of Baseball through extraordinary character, community involvement, philanthropy and positive contributions, both on and off the field,” as nominated by each team and selected through a fan vote and blue ribbon panel. Jennifer Mullen with Virginia Lottery joins us to share more details on the annual Tommy + Kelly Show teacher tour. Nominate your favorite Northern Virginia teacher today! Links: Bugs in your cocktail: Bugs in Your Cocktail Teacher Tour: Teacher Tour National Down Syndrome Society: National Down Syndrome Society Arlington Teens with Down Syndrome on Times Square Jumbotron: Arlington Teens with Down Syndrome on Times Square Jumbotron From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

On Sunday, Rock Creek stream in Northwest DC had a bright fluorescent green color. DC Water confirms that it was not toxic but a test for sewage water. Speaking of sewage water during last Sunday's Washington Football game, fans were surprised with water dumping on them. Many said it was sewage water but FedEx Field confirmed via Twitter that it was rainwater - but it wasn't raining? A satirical site in Takoma Park is having some fun with the Olney, MD baseball, developing a brand called “Olney Fans” a play on the controversial web site Only Fans. And now lawyers are involved but the satirical site is still hanging on to it. Celebrities in costume for a good cause, does anyone care about the Met Gala anymore? H Street Festival returns this weekend. Anwar Saleem the Festival's Executive Director joins us for what it will be like this year - hint includes a NASCAR driver from DC. Links: Tweet with green water in Rock Creek: Green Water in Rock Creek Tweet with “rain water” at Fedex Field: ”Rain Water” at Fedex Field Takoma Park Torch - Olney Fans: Takoma Park Torch - Olney Fans H Street Festival Link: H Street Festival From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

A smaller and intimate venue to mimic the original 9:30 Club is opening soon. According to WTOP Grohl broke the news while performing “Now, guess what — they're going to open up a place that's an exact replica of the old 9:30, right next door,” to the current club, Grohl said. “Nobody knows that, because I'm the first one to tell you right now.” Food & Wine released “Best New Chefs 2021” list with two DC chefs making the cut - former DC based (La Bodega/Maydan/Compass Rose) pastry chef Paola Velez, who co-founded Bakers Against Racism, and Angel Barreto, head chef at Anju. World Championship PBR (Professional Bull Riders) will buck back to Fairfax, VA, welcoming fans to EagleBank Arena Sept. 25-26 for the Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour's Fairfax Invitational. Tickets on sale now and start at $15. Veteran Capitals Players are hitting the ice before the official kick off of training camps, Oshie, Hathaway, Eller were spotted at Medstar Practice rink earlier in the week, yesterday team captain Alex Ovechkin joined his team. This season Ovi will be chasing after all time high Wayne Gretzky's goals, 164 behind him to tie. Twitter is testing emoji reactions for tweets. Twitter is testing clapping hands, thinking face, crying face, tears of joy, and just a simple heart. Links: Professional Bull Riders: Professional Bull Riders Bakers Against racism IG: Bakers Against Racism Ovi on the Ice: Ovi on the Ice From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

Rabia Kamara, a Silver Spring native won the grand prize on the Food Network show “Ben & Jerry's Clash of the Cones.” Ice cream “masters” competed for a $20,000 prize and a spot in a Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop. Kamara explained to the Bethesda Magazine that her flavor was meant to represent her identity, both as a person of color and as a Marylander. Traffic on the Bay and Key bridges in Maryland will be held temporarily in both directions Thursday so that ships can ferry four large construction cranes. Note that this is not the Key Bridge DC, the other Key bridge in Maryland. The Armyworm is in the DC area, caterpillar infestation is destroying lawns. One of the reasons has to do with weather patterns. With the hurricanes it is believed they have traveled hundreds of miles via the jet stream. Veteran Capitals Players are hitting the ice before the official kick off of training camps, Oshie, Hathaway, Eller were spotted at Medstar Practice rink. DC is the 6th biggest earning city with an average salary of $81,000 according to data from CareerBuilder. Surprise! The Foo Fighters are performing tonight at the 9:30 Club to celebrate the opening week of the venue. Paul Tetreault Director of Ford's Theatre joins us to discuss the outdoor free production of Come From Away performance at the Lincoln Memorial to honor the 9/11 20th Anniversary. Links: Ice cream Cream Winner Interview: Ice Cream Winner Interview Come From Away at the Lincoln Memorial: Come From Away at the Lincoln Memorial From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

Several reports on Zebras being spotted in Prince George's County, NBC4's chopper spotted them grazing in a field in Upper Marlboro. According to a viral tweet, two men sprinted off a Red Line train at Dupont Circle, and one of them beat the train and boarded at the next stop, Woodley Park. Is that even humanly possible? In other Metro news, they are considering new options for expanding, including one scenario updating the Blue Line that would add an additional Rosslyn Metro station and a tunnel to a Georgetown station, then going through Buzzard Point to the St. Elizabeths campus, and ending at National Harbor. Free Britney update. After fighting his daughter's efforts to end his conservatorship for more than two years, Britney Spears' dad has finally thrown in the towel. Jamie Spears on Tuesday filed a petition with Los Angeles Superior Court, requesting that his conservatorship be dissolved, court records reveal. Tanya Snyder, Co-CEO of the Washington Football Team, reveals on a podcast that the team has narrowed down to 3 names but would not reveal the final 3. Links: Zebra Video: Zebra Video Metro Tweet: Metro Tweet Tonya Snyder Podcast: Tonya Snyder Podcast From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

Our Teacher Tour is back this year. Nominate your favorite teacher in Northern Virginia at RealFunDC.com/teachers, we will visit them with Georgetown Cupcakes, scratchers from Virginia Lottery and swag. Virginia Lottery, good fun for a great cause. Nationals fans have a sense of humor, jerseys spotted around the park with “Rebuild” “Prospects” with the number 21. NFL returns this week! Washington Football Team's first game is at home against the LA Chargers. Cars at the Capital is an annual celebration of America's automotive heritage in the nation's capital. Every week in September, a new car is featured on the National Mall. Kicking off first is the Delorean from Back to the Future. The Mt. Pleasant Library Friends group printed t-shirts with the slogan “What's more punk than the public library?” as a gag gift. They've now sold over 7,000 t-shirts and raised over $100,000 to support the library. Links: Teacher Tour info: RealFunDC.com/teachers Kelly Spot Fun Nats Jerseys https://twitter.com/cityshopgirl/status/1434324303663747076 Cars at the Capital: https://corporate.hagerty.com/cars-at-the-capital DC Library Punk Shirt: https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2021/09/04/dc-library-punk-shirt/

16 historical figures' wills are on display at the Wills Project at the DC Superior Court building, including Frederick Douglass, and James Madison. Arena Stage will be simulcasting a live performance of Toni Stone from the stage of the Kreeger Theater to the center-field video board at Nats Park on Sunday, September 26 at 7:30. And it's FREE! Toni Stone was the first woman to play baseball in the Negro Leagues, making her the first woman to play men's professional baseball in the 1950s. After 40 years, ABBA is releasing a new album and going on tour. They recorded 10 tracks; a few tracks premiered during a globally-streamed press conference on Thursday; the full album will be released in November. The French Mediterranean now has blue crabs making their way through rides of trans-Atlantic commercial ships, and the French are not happy with the arrival of this invasive species. So they are selling them super cheap. Washingtonian Magazine calculates it could be cheaper to fly to France for crab fest than to eat them in the mid-Atlantic region. This Sunday, there is a celebration for the Frederick Douglass Bridge opening with a day of family-friendly fun, food, and live music; kicking off the day with a 5K fun run/walk! Links: Blue Crabs in France: Blue Crabs in France Labor Day 5k on New Frederick Douglass Bridge: Labor Day 5k on New Frederick Douglass Bridge ​Wendy Rieger Interview: Wendy Rieger Interview From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

DC based Andy's Pizza won the top prize at the International Pizza Challenge in Las Vegas. Andy's Pizza owner Andy Brown won the traditional pizza prize with a Manhattan style cheese pie. There are locations in McLean and DC. Chefs in DC are getting together to help Afghan Refugees in need. Albi, Bammy's, Chiko, and Grazie Grazie will feature sandwiches at Belly Full, a pop-up based out of Grazie Grazie at the Wharf, from Thursday, September 2, through Sunday, September 5. The sandwiches will cost $14, and with the proceeds going to Kind Works. Bar owners of Public Option on Rhode Island Ave in DC welcomed a regular to live in the bar during the lockdown. Matthew Stoss shares his story in the Washington City Paper, his only responsibility to the owners, taking care of their 2 cats. The Henrico County Public Schools Board in Virginia recently had a session relating to students' safety and wellbeing. After one woman finished her testimony, a school board member asked the next person to step up, Phil McCrackin. The prank included many other names, the video has since gone viral with 7 million views and counting. Links: International Pizza Challenge: International Pizza Challenge Andy's Pizza: Andy's Pizza Four Chefs Join Forces For Afghan Fundraiser: Four Chefs Join Forces For Afghan Fundraiser Guy Lives in A Bar for 6 Months: Guy Lives in A Bar for 6 Months School Board Pranks: School Board Pranks From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming Podcast Descriptor for the bottom of the descriptor: From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

On the next Industry Night, Nycci talks with her good friend Amanda McClements of Salt & Sundry fame. Amanda has built a mini lifestyle empire over the last 10 years by infusing her impeccable aesthetic with accessible pieces. They chat retail during all phases of the pandemic and how local retail survives and thrives, especially since she has a new Salt & Sundry pop-up now in Bethesda. And it's Kathy Hollinger's week to be back with Industry Night. Kathy provides the latest update on the RAMMY's, masking, and vaccine intel. That's Industry Night, 7 pm on RealFunDC.

So in Nycci's previous life, she was a total club girl. Limelight in NYC, M80 in Boston Club Zei in DC. The good ol' days. What is the status of clubs and “clubbing” today in DC? What has the pandemic done to DC's ever-growing nightlife? Industry veteran Beau Biabani joins Nycci on the next Industry Night to talk about his new hot spots, the music, the vibe, and the drinks. Grab your dancing shoes. Industry Night on RealFunDC 7pm every Tuesday.

Wendy Rieger is a beloved NBC4 anchor in DC and all around force of nature. Earlier this summer “Rieger” announced she has a brain tumor. The news was a gut punch to the countless people who have watched her for years on TV and devastating to those who know her personally. Wendy isn't about to take this lying down. Just months after also having open heart surgery she sprung into action and has been on a cutting edge journey of medicine while "Chasing Life." We hope you'll find our chat with Wendy as inspiring and uplifting as we did. From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming >a href="https://www.realfundc.com/app">app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

Kelly shares her experience at Nationals Park on Saturday night as shots rang out just outside the Park. Not our usual content at RealFunDC but an important story to tell for our neighbors in and around DC and Nats fans. And Davey Martinez, manager of the Nats, again proves what a class act he is. From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy and Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming Follow Kelly Collis Twitter: @CityShopGirl

On the next Industry Night, Nycci chats with Carla Sanchez of @SpicyCandyDC fame who is now introducing the DC Are to her Bolivian heritage via the recently launched Casa Kantuta. Casa Kantuta takes visitors on a culinary and cultural experience thanks to Maria Helena, owner of Saya Sal, and mixologist Luis Aliaga. That's Industry Night, Tuesdays at 7pm on RealFunDC .

Meet husband wife duo Crystal and Tom O'Keefe, they started a podcast about all about Peloton called “The Clip Out". After months of listening to Crystal talk about her Peloton obsession, Tom suggested she start a podcast dedicated to the topic. Every week Crystal and Tom talk to riders, instructors and other luminaries from the "Pelo-verse". It's hour-ish of news, tips, commentary, banter on Peloton and the fitness/wellness industry. They discuss how they got started, how it is going, the stories they cover and how this unique community stays together. Also, what do the executives over at Peloton think about their podcast? From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

After a quiet year (and change) DC's music festivals are amp'd up to create the sound of summer. All Things Go and Broccoli City Fest both announced strong line ups within a week of each other. We talked to founders of both fests and found the optimism and excitement for two of DC's signature musical moments is real. Brandon McEachern and Jermon Williams of Broccoli City and Stephen Vallimarescu from All Things Go chat with Tommy McFLY about their October events. Broccoli City Fest Website: bcfestival.com Line Up includes Lil Baby, Snoh Aalegra, Moneybagg Yo, Lucky Daye, Rubi Rose, Justine Skye, Soulection, Moechella and more. All Things Go Website: AllThingsGoFestival.com Line Up includes Charli XCX, Haim, St. Vincent, soccer mommy, girl in red, LAUV and more. From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Carole Baskin of Tiger King and Dancing With The Stars and Big Cat Rescue fame came to Washington. Her more than a decade advocacy for the "Big Cat Public Safety Act" has a new higher profile and secret weapon in the explosive documentary "The Conservation Game." Baskin is joined by Tim Harrison whose three year investigation and documentary will shock animal lovers across the country. The pair debuted the doc and hit Capitol Hill with the wind at their backs and bipartisan support in both the House and Senate. Baskin and Harrison talk about their goals of Federal legislation that would basically make owning, breeding and profiting off of endangered cats illegal. More on the Conservation Game -- TheConservationGame.com From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

There are a lot of changes out there. What does it look like for retail in the DC Area? How do we make sure that our city's streets stay vibrant with diverse and interesting retail? On the next Industry Night, Nycci talks retail retention with the experts: executive director of the Golden Triangle Business Improvement District (BID), Leona Agourdis, Philippe Lanier, one of the top commercial real estate developers in the nation's capital from Eastbanc and 2nd generation owner of the Tiny Jewel Box, Jim Rosenheim. Industry Night, Tuesdays at 7pm on RealFunDC.

Today is Tuesday, June 15. Concert venues reopen- MGM National Harbor Theater announced a full lineup through the end of the year, Bruno Mars returns for 2 nights in early August. Wolf Trap also shared the Indigo Girls, Train, Harry Connick, Jr and Straight No Chaser will perform this summer. The new venue, Capital One Hall shared that their opening weekend will host Big Little Town on October 2 and 3. Celebs at Nats Park, native Washingtonian Bill Nye the science guy attended a Nats game over the weekend and read the opening line up. Tonight Jose Andres and World Central Kitchen's CEO, Nate Mook will throw out the ceremonial opening pitch. Olympian Swimmers from Bethesda and Arlington secure their spot. Katie Ledecky, 5 times Olympic medal winner and Torri Huske are headed to Tokyo after winning time trials over the weekend in Omaha. A mini Statue of Liberty will be on display at the French Embassy. Fireworks are returning to DC! The National Park Service will once again host the annual Independence Day fireworks celebration on the National Mall, the 17-minute display will be held on Sunday, July 4, starting at 9:09 p.m. and will launch from both sides of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The White House will also be hosting first responders on the South Lawn. Chris Hawkins, who portrays Benny from In the Heights, is from Washington, DC and attended the Duke Ellington School for the Arts. He has been performing on Broadway but was first noticed by Lin Manuel Miranda when Hawkins performed God Bless America at the US Open in 2017. Giveaway Alert: Enter to win up to 25K to spend on DC's Shop Eat Play Stay contest. RealFunDC.com for details and how to enter. Win a dinner for 4 at Carmine's DC - open up the Real Fun DC app to enter. From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month, and Capital Pride is being celebrated across Washington this weekend. In a surprise appearance, Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff even joined in, participating in the Pride march on Saturday. And they even had their own version of a Pride Brunch, making a surprise stop at Centrolina in CityCenter DC. Chef Amy Brandwein, a pioneer female Chef-owner, and her team aren't just known for standout and award-winning regional Italian cooking and commitment to sustainable ingredients, but also for strengthening and building the community around them. So it probably wasn't unexpected that Vice President dined at Centrolina on Saturday. Having a table right by the powerful couple though was. Our own Tommy McFLY, his husband Chrys and friend DJ Neekola had a front-row, or adjacent, seat to Harris's first visit to Centrolina as Vice President. After the Vice President's team and Secret Service left the restaurant, Chef Amy talked to Tommy about the visit. From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

JMU's Women's Softball Team makes it for the first time to the Women's College World Series and advances to the semifinals, falling to Oklahoma. Incredible team and way to go ladies! DC lifts all Covid restrictions and contact tracing starting Friday, June 11. Tonight the Nats will be at full capacity for the first time since the World Series in 2019. Julia Child's Georgetown home is renovated where she worked on Mastering the Art of French Cooking. The current home owner has left a patch exposed in the kitchen of the original paint and plans to protect it behind glass taken from one of the house's original windows. According to the Washingtonian Magazine, the house will go on sale or rent sometime this summer. Cicada stories keep happening, White House reporters traveling to Europe for President Joe Biden's trip were delayed over 6 hours after their chartered plane was infested by cicadas causing engine trouble. D.C.'s beloved “Unicorn Boat” will sail on the Potomac again this year to celebrate Pride Month. How would you party in DC if you had $25K? An incredible contest with the DC Mayor's Office and Restaurant Association of Metro Washington has a way for you to win your dream celebration. RealFunDC.com for more details. From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

National Book Festival is coming back to DC, September 17-26.  Authors will include Isabel Wilkerson, Roxane Gay, as well as actor Michael J. Fox promoting his book No Time Like the Future: An Optimist Considers Mortality.  The cicada creativity keeps happening in DC. Local jewelry designer Rebekah Raible created intricate earrings out of the Brood X cicada wings, using a similar method as with dried flowers.  Etsy shop here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BohemiZen In 2021, 1 in 5 homes sold for over $1 million in DC, in an analysis by UrbanTurf.  DC is open for business and is thrilled to welcome everyone to shop, eat, play and stay in DC.  To celebrate  Mayor Bowser and the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development and in partnership with Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington have an awesome giveaway.  Details on how you can win prizes from $500-$25,000 on RealFunDC.com Capital Pride returns to DC with the theme Colorful, Ashley Smith, board president joins us to discuss the city-wide effort to celebrate Pride.  Shaed the band from Silver Spring, MD has a new album and new song Colorful to coincide with the Pride festivities. 

In celebration of Pride Month, the Center for Black Equity announces additional details for its12 Months of Black Pride initiative, including the 2021 DC Black Pride awards. Kenya Hutton joined us to chat about the history of DC Black Pride, how it started a global movement and it’s important work for Black Equity today. Complete details for 12 Months of Black Pride can be found at centerforblackequity.org/12MOBP From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Celebrating thirty five years of bringing films you-can’t-get-anywhere-else Film Fest DC prepares for what they hope will be their last time hosting a virtual festival. Executive Director Tony Gittens talks about the trend toward comedies in a post-covid work, how theaters can survive and the topics that rose to the top of this year’s festival. Gittens and the team work year round considering more than 300 films for a final slate of movies. Fun Fact: Film Fest DC tickets are $9 to keep the programming accessible and affordable for as many people as possible. Be sure to check out the DC For Reels section of Washington filmmakers. filmfestdc.org/filmListSearch.cfm?s=DC4Reel Get tickets and learn more FilmFestDC.org From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

This is something a little different than our usual podcast -- Tommy recently hosted an important conversation with the Lilabean Foundation for Pediatric Brain Cancer's Executive Director, Nicole Giroux and CNN reporter Andrew Kaczynski. Andrew's daughter Francesca passed away from a brain tumor last year at only 9 months old. Nicole, whose daughter Lila was diagnosed with brain cancer almost 12 years ago, and Andrew discuss their daughters' life-changing diagnosis days, as well as what drives them to help fight pediatric brain cancer and advocate for research funding. May was brain cancer awareness month so we thought this was an important time to have this conversation. I am looking forward to hosting the Lilabean Foundation's 10th annual Fall Ball Gala on November 6, 2021. Andrew will also be joining us at the Gala in Maryland.  From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com  Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Today is Friday, May 21 and we have some Real.Fun.DC. headlines. Every single DC sports team that is in season is playing on Sunday, May 23. Wizards clinched their playoff spot against the 76ers and will play in Philly at 1 pm. Nats play Orioles in a 1:00 game, DC United is also home with a 7 pm start as well as the Caps in their playoff game 5 against the Bruins at 7pm. Finally the Mystics are in Texas with a 1 pm game. Rumors that Drake would be in Columbia Heights at 14th Street and Kenyon Street filming a music video for a Nicki Minaj song he’s featured on called “Seeing Green” after a flyer claiming to be from Warner Records circulated social media. Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Virginia will be the first group of students to launch a liquid-fueled rocket to space. The plan is to launch another rocket up 5000 feet by 2022 and hope to reach space by 2025. Harry and Meghan are making some headlines, again. Today Harry launches his docuseries “The Me You Can’t See” with pal Oprah Winfry on Apple +. Earlier in the week the Archewell Foundation announced in their ongoing partnership with Jose Andres’ World Central Kitchen will establish their latest community relief center in Mumbai, India. It is Bike to Work today and our friends in National Landing are promoting a fun safe environment along Route 1. From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Smithsonian Museums are reopening on Friday, May 21, including the National Museum of American History, National Museum of the American Indian and National Zoo. Visitors will need to obtain a free timed-entry pass for each location. As things start to re-open Mimi Montgomery from the Washingtonian Magazine coins the term, “Cov-Rage—the possible belligerence and frustration that comes with releasing a bunch of raw-nerved, on-edge bodies back into the wild.” U.S. News & World Report list of ‘Best Weekend Getaways in the South,' Washington D.C. took the eighth spot and Ocean City, Maryland came in at number 18. Beats out Nashville. South Padre Island and Baltimore. Where were you 17 years ago when the Brood X Cicadas last made their appearance? How you can get the ultimate DC selfie. From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Today is Wednesday, May 19 and we have some Real.Fun.DC. headlines. The Cicadas are here and they have a tough journey to get to the top of the trees so they can reach their ultimate goal - to find a mate. Temperatures around the country are expected to reach the high 70s-to-high 80s this week, which should bring out the pesky insects in droves. The DC area gets a suffragist memorial called Turning Point located at Occoquan Regional Park in Lorton,Virginia. It is the first and only national memorial dedicated to telling the complete story of the women’s suffrage movement in America, honoring the 5 million women of every state, creed, and race who for the right to vote for more than 70 years. Wine making is happening in space, a group of California winemakers has launched a supply of grape juice into space to determine whether it will ferment into wine without the benefit of gravity. The grape juice, from Lodi's Michael David Winery, was sent to the International Space Station via an unmanned vessel back in February after the company's Jeff Farthing submitted a request to conduct the experiment. The Capitals 2021 Playoffs have Panda-monium. There is a limited-edition merchandise featuring the National Zoo’s giant panda cub Xiao Qi Ji and hockey sticks in honor of the Capitals Stanley Cup Playoff Run. T-shirts, hats and masks are available in the collection. Wizards come back to DC tomorrow for another playoff game against the Pacers and they fell to the Celtics last night in Boston. Winner of Thursday’s game plays the number 1 seed - 76ers in Philly. The Marine Corps Marathon Organization announced that the 2021 Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) Weekend will be held live and in-person this October 29 – 31 in Arlington, Virginia and the nation’s capital. The 2021 MCM Weekend includes the live 46th MCM, MCM50K and MCM10K on Sunday, October 31, with all three events being offered as virtual options as well between October 1 and November 11. From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Today is Tuesday, May 18 and we have some Real.Fun.DC. headlines to share from the updated mask mandates to the 2 DC sports teams that are in the playoffs. Also Tommy goes down a rabbit hole on the decline in lesbian bars. Caps fall to Boston last night in overtime, 4-3 tying up the series 1-1 and they head to Boston for Game 3 on Wednesday. Wizards are also in the playoffs and face off the Celtics tonight. And because we love the Nats, they play the Boston Red Sox but not until the home closer on October 3. Broadway is coming back to DC! National Theatre announced their Broadway series kicking off in December of 2021 and it includes Pretty Woman: The Musical, Come From Away, and Rent. The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority concluded that the Amazon “Helix,” exceeds Federal Aviation Administration height standards near Reagan National Airport. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that vaccinated people in DC no longer need to wear masks indoors or outdoors, in accordance with CDC guidelines. With the exception that if businesses have signage requiring you to wear a mask, you must comply and wear one, regardless of vaccination status. Lafayette Park by the White House re-opened last week, and there is another French guy statute - his name is Rochambeau. We learn about his role in American history. There has been a steady decline of lesbian bars, in the late 1980s, an estimated 200 lesbian bars existed in the United States. By 2019, researchers believed only 15 remain. The Lesbian Bar Project has been supporting and bringing awareness to this decline. DC does have a lesbian bar in Adams Morgan called a League of Their Own. From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Look out Taylor Swift and Lorde, Zoe August has been writing songs and recording during the pandemic. The 16 year old singer, songwriter and musician joined Tommy McFLY for a chat about her new EP and performs her song “Where Happiness Hides.” From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Local band Shaed, releasing new music with their new album High Dive. It’s Great! You’ll Love It! Top tracks we love “Part Time Psycho” “Osaka” and “Dizzy” From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Today is Friday, May 14 and we have some good news to share. From updated mask guidelines from the CDC to the reopening of many iconic museums around the DC area. Real.Fun.DC. headlines: Chick-fil-A said it would be limiting the number of sauces it provides with each order. Chick-fil-A said, "Due to industry-wide supply chain disruptions, some Chick-fil-A restaurants are experiencing a shortage of select items, like sauces. We are actively working to make adjustments to solve this issue quickly and apologize to our Guests for any inconvenience.” The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says people who are fully vaccinated can forgo their masks and social distancing in many indoor situations. The DMV area is waiting for guidelines from state and counties for how that affects activities. "Today, CDC is updating our guidance for fully vaccinated people," CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said Thursday at a White House COVID-19 briefing. "Anyone who is fully vaccinated, can participate in indoor and outdoor activities, large or small, without wearing a mask or physical distancing. If you are fully vaccinated, you can start doing the things that you had stopped doing because of the pandemic." Angelina Jolie Movie Comes Out today “ Those Who Wish Me Dead” in theaters (is anyone going to a theater) and on HBO Max. Local band Shaed, releasing new music with their new album High Dive. There is a Friends reunion happening and a tease video was released on Thursday, May 13. It will air on May 27th on HBO Max. Special guests include : Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, BTS, Tom Selleck, David Beckham and more. Friends went off the air in 2004. After The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service extended the tax deadline by one month back in March, the last day to file your taxes is on Monday, May 17. The average tax refund this year is almost $3,000 and 40 million taxpayers have yet to file. The National Cathedral will reopen its doors to the public on Friday, May 14. Tours and Sunday services are still closed, but members of the public can purchase tickets to view their new art installation “Les Colombes” (The Doves) starting Friday night. A few of the Smithsonian museums also begin reopening including the National Museum of African American History and Culture. From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Today is Wednesday, May 13, from football to Amazon's new HQ2 renderings here are the Real.Fun.DC headlines. NFL released their schedule for the 2021-22 season and the Washington Football’s schedule includes a matchup with the reigning Super Bowl champions, Tampa Bay and 3 prime time games. Ellen DeGeneres has decided her show’s 19th season will be the last. She informed her staff May 11 and will sit down with her daytime predecessor Oprah Winfrey to discuss on Ellen‘s May 13 show. Now the question is who will replace her? Rock & Roll Hall of Fame revealed its 2021 inductees on Wednesday, May 12. To be eligible for induction into the Hall of Fame, an individual artist or band must have released its first commercial recording at least 25 years prior to the year of nomination. Nominees are Virginia’s own Dave Grohl, Jay Z, Go-Go, Carole King, Todd Rundgren, and Tina Turner. The Washington Capitals are getting ready for the Stanley Cup Playoffs and will distribute to fans “Playoff Pump Up Packs” filled with swag today at Capital One Arena from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Amazon released new plans for its proposed second phase of construction at its HQ2 site in Arlington. This second phase on the PenPlace campus depicts a “Forest Plaza,” which will be located at the base of the Helix, where there will be “forest rooms for communal gatherings” and “a cascading water feature that creates a cooling microclimate for all to enjoy.” From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

Energy Secretary Jennifer M. Granholm said on Tuesday that the Colonial pipeline would be ready to resume operations by the end of Wednesday and that there was no need for concern or panic buying. Stanley Cup Playoffs Begin on Saturday in DC, Caps take on the Bruins with 25% stadium capacity and Mayor Bowser announces full capacity starting on June 11. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Archewell Foundation has announced a multi-year global partnership with Procter & Gamble will focus on gender equality, more inclusive online spaces and resilience and impact through sport. Elon Musk drew 7.3 million viewers as host of "Saturday Night Live," making it the season's third most-watched episode, behind the ones hosted by Dave Chappelle and Chris Rock, AP reports from Nielsen data. Capitol Hill restaurant Little Pearl is closing during Brood X Cicada invasion just happens to coincide with renovations. “We are closing…in order to renovate, clean, reorganize, up-train, and get all our affairs in order as the pandemic caused so many disruptions,” Silverman tells Washingtonian via email. Partnership For Healthier America Summit is happening today with a focus to help children around the country eat healthier hosted by former first lady Michelle Obama and her friend Waffle and Mochi along with Tommy McFly. From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

On this weeks episode Carlos and Darris welcome Nycci Nellis to the show! Nycci has covered the food and wine industry for over 18 years. She is also the host of "Industry Night with Nycci Nellis" on the RealFunDC app. We discuss the food scene in the DMV, why school lunches served milk for every meal? who's the most successful rapper turned actor and much more! T

On this weeks episode Carlos and Darris welcome Nycci Nellis to the show! Nycci has covered the food and wine industry for over 18 years. She is also the host of "Industry Night with Nycci Nellis" on the RealFunDC app. We discuss the food scene in the DMV, why school lunches served milk for every meal? who's the most successful rapper turned actor and much more! Twitter: Yesanotherpod IG: Yesanotherpodcast

On this weeks episode Carlos and Darris welcome Nycci Nellis to the show! Nycci has covered the food and wine industry for over 18 years. She is also the host of "Industry Night with Nycci Nellis" on the RealFunDC app. We discuss the food scene in the DMV, why school lunches served milk for every meal? who's the most successful rapper turned actor and much more! T

Jose Andrés is giving out $50 gift cards with proof of vaccination to his restaurants. National's analyst F.P. Santangelo was suspended amid sexual misconduct allegations, The Athletic broke the story on Saturday. Ovechkin and his wife invest in the DC women's professional soccer club Washington Spirit. DC area native Dave Grohl promotes his new show from "Cradle to Grave" and his gratitude to teachers. Poet Maya Angelou and astronaut Sally Ride, the first American woman to fly in space, are the first women who'll appear on a series of quarters to be issued by the U.S. Mint beginning in January. Melinda Gates had discussed divorce with lawyers s since at least 2019 according to the Wall Street Journal and a source of her concern was her husband's dealings with Jeffrey Epstein. From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

It is Monday, May 10, we have 5 things that are real fun happening around the DC area and beyond. Out of this world wine Ocean City, Maryland is in court over a topless ban Virginia sets a timeline to lift their restrictions A 1 in 30 million lobster is found at Red Lobster Shot and a Beer event at the Kennedy Center From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY

"Could you F***ing imagine, that's your life? Putting everyone ahead of you to make sure they go on to achieve their dreams!" Teachers have a special place in Dave Grohl's heart. Foo Fighters front man and General DC Icon caught up with Tommy McFLY about his new show "From Cradle To Stage" on Paramount+. Grohl and his mom Virginia, a public school teacher from Virginia, traveled the country talking to other music stars and their moms in a wonderfully fun and captivating docu-series. Dave shared his unwavering love for public school teachers, playing the White House, growing up in Springfield, VA and the "DC Jam" music festival that was slated for FedEx Field in Prince George's County. From Real.Fun.DC. “The Tommy + Kelly Show” is produced in Washington, DC providing news, culture, playful conversation, positive energy, and a dose of morning fun any time. Download the Real.Fun.DC. APP to check out our wide array of programming app.RealFunDC.com Follow Kelly Collis Instagram and Twitter: @CityShopGirl LinkedIN: Kelly Collis Follow Tommy McFLY Twitter: @TommyMcFLY Instagram: @MrTommyMcFLY LinkedIN: Tommy McFLY