Looking for government and political events to check out in Washington this week? Here are top picks with dates, times, locations and ticket links.

From opera to gospel to singer-songwriter Amanda Palmer, there's lots upcoming on the live music scene in D.C. this week.

Check out these plays coming to stages in D.C. this week.

A new high-end Indian restaurant is now open in Penn Quarter.

D.C., these are your top-rated Afghan restaurants.

If you're seeking new digs, you know how hard it can be to find a good deal. So what does the low-end rental price in Mount Vernon Square look like these days?

From a discussion of artistic expression in Turkey to a neighborly film screening, there's lots to do on the community scene in D.C. this week.

Finding a bargain can be a challenge if you're on the hunt for an apartment on a budget. So what does the low-end rent in Adams Morgan look like these days?

A new rustic pizza and Italian sandwich shop has opened up in Columbia Heights.

These D.C. restaurants have got people talking this month.

Housing costs got you down? Apartment hunting can be hard, but there are deals to be had. So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in Washington look like these days?

From joining the fight against HIV and AIDS to supporting a dog rescue, there's plenty to do when it comes to good causes coming up in Washington this weekend.

Here are three top community and culture events in Washington this weekend.