My Historic Day

My day started off at 2am. Thats when I woke up and couldn't fall back asleep.  I left the house at 3:30am, so I could get to the train station by 4am. When I arrived to the train station there were already, hundreds of folks in line for the train. After finally making it on the  train with record numbers in attendance, I finally made it to my stop. When I got off on my stop it was another moment for me.  The attendance in the train station, I'm sure was record breaking and the atmosphere was all about Barack Obama (pictures of that coming soon).  After exiting my stop,  I stepped out into what was the coldest day of my life. Yes, I'm talking 23degrees weather that felt more like 14degrees.  I made arrangements to meet my friends from college there and of course they were late, so i tried to stay warm in the nearest bus shelter, while I waited for them.  Not sure how much warmth was created while at the bus stop, but once again I encountered record setting numbers of folks heading towards the inauguration. To pass time a bit while waiting on my friends, I started talking to a cop that took cover from the cold.  He stated that he had been working for the past 12hrs and had another 12 more hours to go. What he said next to me, I thought was very funny. (LOL) He stated that he was looking for someone to arrest, so he could take them in to get out of the cold and into some heat. After waiting on my friends some more, I decided to leave them because they weren't able to catch their train and had to walk, so we decided to meet up once they were there. I headed towards the mall to walk right into a road block of hundreds of people. It was there while waiting, I encountered my coldest weather. It was below freezing and everything was cold. I did a good job preparing for the cold, but the only thing I forgot were my toes. For the majority of the day they were basically NUM. After waiting, at the road block for about an half an hour the crowd got too large so they let us in the mall. You were lucky not to get trampled. I was greeted at the mall by an even larger crowd than the one that took place at the concert and yes it was still COLD. I finally caught up with my friends and we tried everything to keep us warm from forming a circle amongst ourself to doing jumping jacks. (LOL) When we thought we didn't have much more time to wait.  We still had like 4 more hours to go and by then the mall was already filled up people who were sleeping on the ground, trying anything to stay warm. All this was achieved without any physical confrontation to my knowledge.  As the morning got older the excitement grew with the rising of the sun, that gave us some warmth that we really needed . After managing to cope with the COLD weather it was show time.  I was in awww from the introduction. At the moment I thought to myself that if and when the Barack movie goes into production, just the entrance of the ceremony will cost around $100 million or more which some movies don't even see that as their full budget. (LOL)  I know this election for some of us was the first time we voted and as you see your vote individually does count.  If this was your first time voting, what a wonderful way of introducing you to DEMOCRACY--FOR THE PEOPLE BY THE PEOPLE.  One of the best speeches I have heard in my life time was by Senator Barack Obama which was topped today by that very same man who is now our PRESIDENT. The morning started off cold, but the day warmed up for this special occasion. History was made today with the whole world watching and I'm glad,  I was their to witness it. I don't know what many of you felt while watching it on TV, but for me you had to be there to get the feel of it all. The people were amazing and I wouldn't have done it any different, except maybe wear another sock to keep my feet warm LOL.   The images I gathered were amazing (yes you are still waiting on them and I can't wait to attend to them as well).  However, due to my position in the crowd I tackled my photography from another angle of being more personal. I got the huge crowd shots, I got the flag shots, but I decided to make my images theme related. I haven't decided on a final name for the project yet, but hopefully between now and my plane ride back to Miami I will have it. This was a project, I thought of while at the concert and this was due to my position.  Sometimes you're not dealt the best hand, but you take that hand and play it to the best you know how and that's what I thought I did. Soon,  you will be the judge of this project.  I also encountered a couple proposing to each other which I managed to get a few shots of which I will also post.

After leaving the mall we were not allowed to make it to the parade due to the large crowds, so we tried to find some food and rested for about an hour before trying to head home.  Heading home was another adventure,  because most of the train stations were closed and if they werent closed they were too crowded, so we decided to walk to another train station. When we arrived at the other train station we experienced the same crowded situation, so we continued walking.  I don't know how far we walked, but it sure felt like that walk when P. Diddy sent  those kids to get some ice-cream LOL  After finally, making it to a train station and thinking I was home free. I took the train in the wrong direction LOL lucky me right LOL. On the train I met a guy who actually took a shot of the president in the parade and I worked on practicing my patience, so I didn't get upset.  I just rode it out and enjoyed the little sight seeing. I finally made it home around 5:30pm after leaving the house around 3:30am.  Once home I was greeted with some nice home cooking by my friend Roslyn's Mom.  I wanted to go to some sort of Ball, but I'm too tired I wouldn't hold up well,  so I'm staying in LOL. 

That's pretty much how my day went. Thanks to all my friends who I had the privilege of sharing this special day with and Congrats to a very good friend of mine Adrian and his wife on their first born child.  Good Night 

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I'm experiencing Inauguration Day

I'm here writing at 2:15 am can you believe this. Well I'm sure by now we all know that today is a very BIG day in history.  Many of us never thought this day would come in our lifetime unless you're Stevie Wonder who said he saw it coming. It's a very special day for me and I'm glad I am able to go and participate in the experience.  It is now 24 degrees outside but feels like 11 degrees; this is also another example of how important this is because I really don't think I would be doing this for too many other occasions. The plan is to head out there around 4 am which is when the subway opens but my mental alarm have me up way before the time.  The concert had about 400,000 plus in attendance so I can only image what this will be like. My friends and I will be going to the Inauguration first, then trying to make it to the parade if at all possible. A very good friend of mine thinks to have mapped out the route so I'm waiting to see how this plays out :)  Over the last couple days of being in Washington DC I have seen America come together. Everywhere you go in the city everyone is on their best behavior. Gentlemen offering their seats on the train to women, extra tickets given out to my friends, everyone sharing the experience on how excited they are and its just great seeing folks from all across the country uniting for one cause-CHANGE.

As for the photography part of my trip, so far it has gone well. I do hope you guys will enjoy the photography I return with. I did attend the concert and due to the amount in attendance I wasn't able to get the shots I really imagined but I thought I made the best of what I had to work with. I thought of an idea while at the concert and immediately started working on it and hopefully today will add to my idea.  I'm sorry for not bringing my laptop which have delayed the picture postings :( but as soon as I can post them I will have them up.

With that said I'm gonna try to close my eyes and get some last minute rest ( I doubt it will happen) then I will be off to the Inauguration with my friends. Stay tuned for more to come and yes the images that everyone wants to see that was captured through the eyes of Roger B. 

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Off To Washington DC

Today I will embark on my journey to Washington DC where I will witness what I would consider a Historic Moment. My goal is to capture the moment and be able to share them with those who could not make it and for future generations.  It's been a long time since I took a trip where I'm this excited.  I still need to go and pack which has also been an adventure (trying to find the appropriate clothing). For all those traveling I pray you have a safe journey and I ask for the same blessings.  Congratulations on everyone who voted to make this all happen.  I will try and update you guys with images while Im there but cant promise it, if not I will have them posted when I return. Have a safe and wonderful weekend. www.rogerbstillz.com

More Inauguration Update

Inauguration Day Timing Some of this information is preliminary. More detail will be added as it becomes available.

• 4 a.m. -- Metro opens (at rush-hour service and fare levels).
• 5 a.m. -- Monday extended alcohol service for bars and nightclubs ends; they can remain open 24 hours through Jan. 21.
• 8 a.m. -- Security gates open for ticketed guests
• 9 a.m. -- Ceremony gates open.
• 10 a.m. -- Musical prelude. 
• Noon -- Ceremony ends, followed by the inaugural address, luncheon, departure of President Bush and parade.
• 7 p.m. -- Rush-hour Metro service levels end.
• 2 a.m. -- Metro closes.
• 4 a.m. -- Tuesday extended alcohol service for bars and nightclubs ends.

Transporation - It will be VERY BAD

Main Roads and Bridges on Jan. 20, 4 a.m.-7 p.m. -- 14th Street Bridge restricted to Buses and Authorized Vehicles Only. -- Roosevelt Bridge restricted to Buses and Authorized Vehicles Only. -- Memorial Bridge restricted to Pedestrians and Emergency Vehicles Only. -- Key Bridge restricted to Mass Transit Only. -- Chain Bridge restricted to Authorized Vehicles and Mass Transit Only, no charter buses. -- South Capitol Street Bridge restricted to Buses and Authorized Vehicles Only. -- Southeast/Southwest Freeway restricted to Emergency Vehicles Only. -- Rock Creek Parkway open to traffic from Beach Drive to Virginia Avenue NW. (Holiday traffic schedule in effect throughout the park.) -- Clara Barton Parkway will have two-way traffic all day. -- 11th Street Bridges restricted to Buses and Authorized Vehicles Only. -- Sousa Bridge open to all traffic from east of the river to a security checkpoint in Capitol Hill. -- Barney Circle closed to all vehicles. -- East Capitol Street open to all traffic, but roadways around RFK will be filled with tour buses. -- Benning Road open to all traffic. -- New York Avenue open to all traffic. -- 3rd Street Tunnel closed to all vehicular traffic and restricted to pedestrian use only.

Authorized vehicles include taxis and limousines with valid licenses.

D.C. Vehicular Restrictions From 4 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20, many of these areas will be restricted, with traffic limited to residents showing government-issued identification (driver's licenses) or vehicle registration indicating residency inside the restricted area, or to vehicles conducting essential business within the restricted area: -- K Street NW from Washington Circle to 12th Street NW -- Washington Circle from K Street NW to 23rd Street NW -- Pennsylvania Avenue NW from Washington Circle to the Capitol -- I Street NW from 23rd Street NW to 11th Street NW -- H Street NW from 23rd Street NW to 3rd Street NW -- G Street NW from 23rd Street NW to 3rd Street NW -- F Street NW from 23rd Street NW to 3rd Street NW -- E Street NW from 23rd Street NW to 3rd Street NW -- Virginia Avenue from 23rd Street NW to 2nd SW -- D Street NW from 23rd Street NW to 1st Street NW -- C Street NW from 23rd Street NW to 3rd Street NW -- Constitution Avenue from 23rd Street NW to 2nd Street NE -- Madison Dr. NW from 15th Street NW to 3rd Street NW -- Jefferson Dr. SW from 15th Street SW to 3rd Street SW -- Independence Avenue from 23rd Street SW to 2nd Street SE -- C Street SW from 7th Street SW to 2nd Street SW -- D Street SW from 7th Street SW to 2nd Street SW -- E Street SW from 7th Street SW to 2nd Street SW -- Maryland Avenue SW from 7th Street SW to the U S Capitol -- 23rd Street from Washington Circle NW to Independence Avenue SW -- 22nd Street NW from K Street NW to Constitution Avenue NW -- 21st Street NW from K Street NW to Constitution Avenue NW -- 20th Street NW from K Street NW to Constitution Avenue NW -- 19th Street NW from K Street NW to Constitution Avenue NW -- 18th Street NW from K Street NW to Constitution Avenue NW -- 17th Street from K Street NW to Independence Avenue SW -- Connecticut Avenue NW from K Street NW to H Street NW -- 16th Street NW from K Street NW to H Street NW -- Vermont Avenue NW from K Street NW to H Street NW -- 15th Street from K Street NW to Independence Avenue SW -- 14th Street from K Street NW to Independence Avenue SW -- New York Avenue NW from 18th Street NW to 11th Street NW -- 13th Street NW from K Street NW to Pennsylvania Avenue NW -- 12th Street from K Street NW to Independence Avenue SW -- 11th Street NW from K Street NW to Pennsylvania Avenue NW -- 10th Street NW from H Street NW to Constitution Avenue NW -- 9th Street from H Street NW to Independence Avenue SW -- 8th Street NW from H Street NW to D Street NW -- 7th Street from H Street NW to E Street SW -- 6th Street from H Street NW to E Street SW -- 5th Street from H Street NW to D Street NW -- 4th Street from H Street NW to E Street SW -- 3rd Street from Massachusetts Avenue NW to E Street SW -- Henry Bacon Drive NW from the Lincoln Memorial to Constitution Avenue NW -- Daniel French Drive SW from the Lincoln Memorial to Independence Avenue SW -- Ohio Drive from Independence Avenue through West Potomac and East Potomac Parks -- Buckeye Drive in East Potomac Park -- West Basin Drive -- East Basin Drive -- Parkway Drive from Rock Creek Parkway to Lincoln Memorial Circle -- Maine Avenue from East Basin Drive to Independence Avenue

In addition, from 4 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Jan. 20, the following roads will be closed and off limits to vehicles without a law enforcement escort: -- Pennsylvania Avenue NW from 18th Street NW to the U S Capitol -- I Street NW from 18th Street NW to 12th Street NW -- H Street NW from 18th Street NW to 12th Street NW -- G Street NW from 18th Street NW to 12th Street NW -- F Street NW from 18th Street NW to 12th Street NW -- E Street NW from 18th Street NW to 6th Street NW -- D Street NW from 18th Street NW to 6th Street NW -- C Street from 18th Street NW to 2nd Street NE -- Constitution Avenue from 17th Street NW to 2nd Street NE -- Madison Dr. NW from 15th Street NW to 3rd Street NW -- Jefferson Dr. SW from 15th Street SW to 3rd Street SW -- Independence Avenue from 14th Street SW to 2nd Street NE -- Maryland Avenue SW from 6th Street SW to the U S Capitol -- 17th Street from I Street NW to Independence Avenue SW -- Connecticut Avenue NW from I Street NW to H Street NW -- 16th Street NW from I Street NW to H Street NW -- Vermont Avenue NW from I Street NW to H Street NW -- 15th Street from I Street NW to Independence Avenue SW -- 14th Street from I Street NW to Independence Avenue SW -- New York Avenue NW from 18th Street NW to 12th Street NW -- 13th Street NW from I Street NW to Pennsylvania Avenue NW -- 12th Street from F Street NW to Independence Avenue SW -- 11th Street NW from F Street NW to Pennsylvania Avenue NW -- 10th Street NW from F Street NW to Constitution Avenue NW -- 9th Street from F Street NW to Independence Avenue SW -- 8th Street NW from F Street NW to D Street NW -- 7th Street from F Street NW to Independence Avenue SW -- 6th Street from F Street NW to Maryland Avenue SW -- 5th Street from D Street NW to Independence Avenue SW -- 4th Street from D Street NW to Independence Avenue SW -- 3rd Street from D Street NW to Independence Avenue SW

Road closures on Capitol Hill These street closures will be in effect from at 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Jan. 20: -- Louisiana Avenue between Columbus Circle and Constitution Avenue NW -- Delaware Avenue between Columbus Circle and D Street NE -- First Street between Columbus Circle and D Street NE -- North Capitol Street NW between E Street and Louisiana Avenue -- E Street between New Jersey Avenue and North Capitol Street NW -- New Jersey Avenue NW between E Street and Louisiana Avenue NW -- D Street between Louisiana Avenue NW and Second Street NE -- First Street NW between D Street NW and Louisiana Avenue NW -- C Street NW between First Street and Louisiana Avenue NW -- Second Street NW between C Street and Constitution Avenue NW -- Second Street NE between Massachusetts Avenue NE and C Street SE -- C Street SE between Second Street SE and First Street SE -- First Street SE between C Street and D Street SE -- D Street between First Street SE and Washington Avenue SW -- Washington Avenue SW between D Street SW, and Independence Avenue SW -- Independence Avenue SW between Second Street SW and Third Street NW -- Third Street between SW Freeway and Constitution Avenue NW -- Constitution Avenue NW between Second Street NW and Third Street NW

Charter Bus Parking Specific zones and road closures are posted on the District's Inauguration Web site at www.gettingthere.dc.gov. Streets around the bus parking areas will be closed to private automobile traffic and will be posted as "Emergency No Parking" zones beginning at 3 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 19.

These areas include: -- RFK Stadium -- 12th Street NW to 22nd Street and K Street NW to P Street NW -- First Street NE to 6th Street NW and New York Avenue to H Street NW -- Designated areas in Southwest and Southeast (See The Post map of the charter bus parking areas. Note the size of these areas that will be closed to regular traffic.)

Virginia Vehicular Restrictions On Jan. 20, personal vehicles will not be permitted into the District from Virginia: -- I-395 north will be closed to general traffic from 2 a.m. to about 6 p.m. As a result, northbound I-95 traffic will be diverted onto I-495 North (Inner Loop) or I-495/I-95 East (Outer Loop) at the Springfield interchange. -- Eastbound I-66 lanes east of the Capital Beltway/I-495 will be closed to general traffic from 2 a.m. to about 6 p.m. Eastbound traffic on I-66 will also be diverted onto I-495. --Only authorized vehicles (emergency vehicles, buses, taxis and for-hire limos) will be permitted on I-395 North and I-66 East within the Beltway. -- Memorial Bridge will be open to pedestrian traffic only. -- Key Bridge is restricted to mass transit only. -- Chain Bridge is restricted to authorized vehicles and mass transit only, no charter buses. -- The Woodrow Wilson and the American Legion bridges will have no traffic restrictions. -- North Washington Street at Montgomery Street (City of Alexandria City) to Reagan National Airport will be closed.

U.S. Park Police Closures On Jan. 20: -- The George Washington Memorial Parkway will be closed in both directions from I-495 to the 14th Street Bridge. -- Buses and authorized vehicles traveling to Washington Reagan National Airport via I-395 may exit onto southbound George Washington Parkway for the airport only. All other traffic will need to use Route 1 or mass transit to reach the airport. -- Buses and authorized vehicles will be allowed to exit National Airport onto northbound George Washington Memorial Parkway to enter the District of Columbia via the 14th Street Bridge. All other traffic will be allowed to exit the airport via Route 1 or the southbound George Washington Parkway.

Maryland Transportation Information While there are no anticipated road closures or restrictions in Maryland, officials are discouraging individuals from driving into the District and encouraging the use of mass transit. 

The Obvious

• No firearms (real or simulated)
• No mace or pepper spray
• No fireworks or other explosives
• No animals other than service animals
• No knives, blades or sharp objects
• No pocket or hand tools such as the “Leatherman”
• Security screeners have the power to prohibit any items that may pose a threat to the security of the event.

The Parade

What is the parade route?

The parade, which takes place after the swearing-in ceremony, will run down Pennsylvania Ave. NW from the Capitol to the White House.

When does the parade start?

Officially it starts at 2 p.m., but often that is delayed.

What takes place during the parade?

After his luncheon, President Obama will travel to the White House, where he will watch the parade from a reviewing stand.

Who else will be in the parade?

Between 10,000 and 12,000 participants from college, high school, and military bands -- as well as drill teams, military honor guards and other groups -- are expected to march with Obama in the parade.

Do I need a ticket to view the parade?

Tickets are needed to sit in one of the 8,700 planned bleacher seats, but no ticket is required to watch from the sidewalk. Tickets will sold by the Presidential Inaugural Committee.

Unused bleacher seats are expected to be made available to the public a few minutes before the parade begins.

Walking to the Inauguration

The bad news: Witnessing this historic occasion in person will require a bit of a schlep. The good news: Officials say pedestrians will be allowed to go just about everywhere. So what about those who have to park their cars and venture over the Potomac and Anacostia rivers on foot for the first time? Put on your sturdy shoes, grab a wind-resistant jacket and climb down into this guide to walking over the 10 bridges into the District of Columbia.

INAUGURATION WEATHER FORECAST

It will be cold. Temperate between low 20's - 40's  Wind Chill for the weekend could be 22F

My weekend

This past weekend was a very active weekend for me. The one thing that stood out the most over the weekend was my trip to Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden with my very good friend Gian.  If you are the nature type I strongly recommend a visit. It's a wonderful place to take pictures, go on a date, have a picnic and it's something the entire family can enjoy. I also watched a couple movies this weekend.

Righteous Kill - I didn't think it was all that. I expected a lot more especially with the cast attached to the movie (Robert De Niro/Al Pacino).

Traitor - Very good movie. Don Cheadle delivered once again

Slumdog Millionaire - This is one of the best movies I've seen. I strongly recommend you watch this movie if you get the chance. 5stars

I'm excited to be going to Washington DC this weekend for the Inauguration; however I'm not looking forward to the cold weather. This is a message I just received from someone in the Washington area "They closed like all the streets in DC for the weekend so good luck getting around to do anything while your here. I just thought I would give you a heads up" Thanks for the heads up. My previous post listed events of things taking place. If you know of anything or hear of any updates feel free to post them here so we can spread the word.

Have a wonderful week

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Things To Do & Official Inauguration Schedule

If it's God will I will be Washington for the Inauguration. I know many of us are attending and I wanted to provide you with a "THINGS TO DO" list in the DC area where you can take part of the festivities. This list was provided by my friend John who lives in the DC area (Thanks for sharing John). The Official Inaugural Schedule

The Presidential Inaugural Committee has outlined a preliminary schedule of official inaugural events that underscores our commitment to holding an inaugural that is open, accessible, and brings us all together in a spirit of unity.

The inaugural celebration will begin in the city where our democracy was born and the promise of our country was realized. On Saturday, January 17th, President-elect Barack Obama will be holding an event in Philadelphia, before boarding a train bound for our nation’s capital. He will be picking up Vice President-elect Joe Biden and his family in Wilmington, DE, and then making a stop for an event in Baltimore, MD, before pulling into Washington, D.C. that afternoon.

The following events will take place in the nation’s capital between Sunday, January 18th and Wednesday, January 21st:

Sunday, January 18th  President-elect Barack Obama will kick off the schedule of official inaugural activities in Washington, D.C., with a welcome event on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on Sunday afternoon. The event will be free and open to the public.

Monday, January 19th - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day   In 1994, to further commemorate a man who lived his life in service to others, Congress transformed the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday into a national day of community service.  To honor Dr. King’s legacy, the President-elect and Vice President-elect and their families, joined by Americans in communities all across the country, will participate in activities dedicated to serving others in communities across the Washington, D.C. area.

That night, on the eve of the Inauguration, there will be a youth concert at the Verizon Center in downtown Washington, D.C. The concert will be free, but tickets are required.

Tuesday, January 20th - Inauguration Day  The President-elect and Vice President-elect and their families will participate in the traditional inaugural ceremonies and events. For the first time ever, the length of the National Mall will be open to those wishing to attend the swearing-in ceremony.  Festivities will commence at 10a.m. on the west front of the U.S. Capitol and will include:

•    Musical Selections:  The United States Marine Band, followed by The San Francisco Boys Chorus and the San Francisco Girls Chorus  •    Call to Order and Welcoming Remarks: Senator Dianne Feinstein  •    Invocation: Dr. Rick Warren  •    Musical Selection: Aretha Franklin  •    Vice President-elect Joseph R. Biden, Jr. will be sworn into office by Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, the Honorable John Paul Stevens  •    Musical Selection: John Williams, composer/arranger with Itzhak Perlman, (violin), Yo-Yo Ma  (cello), Gabriela Montero (piano) and Anthony McGill (clarinet)  •    President-elect Barack H. Obama will take the Oath of Office, using President Lincoln’s Inaugural Bible, administered by the Chief Justice of the United States, the Honorable John G. Roberts, Jr.  •    Inaugural Address  •    Poem: Elizabeth Alexander  •    Benediction: The Reverend Dr. Joseph E. Lowery  •    The National Anthem: The United States Navy Band “Sea Chanters”

After President Obama gives his Inaugural Address, he will escort outgoing President George W. Bush to a departure ceremony before attending a luncheon in the Capitol’s Statuary Hall. The 56th Inaugural Parade will then make its way down Pennsylvania Avenue from the Capitol to the White House with groups traveling from all over the country to participate.

Later that day, the Presidential Inaugural Committee will host ten official Inaugural Balls.  More details about the Inaugural Balls will be released at a later date.

Wednesday, January 21st  The newly-inaugurated President and Vice President of the United States will participate in a prayer service.

Late Night Happy Hour/Hotspot Information - Option #1

Date of Event: Friday, January 16^th, 2009

Time of Event: 11pm-2am****21 & above after 9pm

Name of Venue: Lucky Strike Bowling Alley

Address: 701 7^th Street NW, Washington DC 20001

(Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro Stop)

Phone: 202.347.1021

Additional Info The following are NOT permitted:

Athletic wear, sweats or sports jerseys

MC colors

Excessively baggy clothing

Sleeveless T-shirts

Plain white T-shirts (short or long sleeve)

Construction boots, Headgear, Chains

Late Night Happy Hour/Hotspot Information - Option #2

Date of Event: Friday, January 16^th, 2009

Time of Event: 11pm-2am****21 & above after 9pm

Name of Venue: Bar Louie

http://www.barlouieamerica.com/washington

Address: 701 7^th Street NW, Washington DC 20001

(Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro Stop)

Phone: 202.638.2460

Brunch Information

Date of Event: Saturday, January 17^th, 2009

Time of Event: 11am-1:30pm (Brunch goes from 10am-3pm)

Name of Venue: Front Page

http://www.frontpagerestaurant.com

Address: 1333 New Hampshire Ave NW

(1 Block from Dupont Circle Metro Stop)

Phone: 202.296.6500

Late Night Happy Hour/Hotspot Information

Date of Event: Saturday, January 17^th, 2009

Time of Event: 10pm-2am

Name of Venue: Matchbox DC

http://www.matchboxdc.com

Address: 713 H Street NW, Washington DC 20002

(1 Block from Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro Stop)

Phone: 202.289.4441

Brunch Information

Date of Event: Sunday, January 18^th, 2009

Time of Event: 11am-1:30pm (Brunch goes from 10am-3pm)

Name of Venue: Beacon Bar  & Grill

http://www.beaconbarandgrill.com

Address: 1615 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington DC 20036

(4 Blocks from Dupont Circle Metro Stop)

Phone: 202.872.1126

The Official “Inauguration Kickoff” Event Information

Date of Event: Sunday, January 18^th, 2009

Time of Event: TBA

Name of Venue: Lincoln Memorial Monument

Address: Independence Ave SW & 23^rd St SW

Washington DC 20001

(Intersection of two streets near the Lincoln Memorial)

Additional Info:            President-elect Barack Obama will kick off the schedule of official inaugural activities in Washington, D.C., with a welcome event on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on Sunday afternoon. The event will be free and open to the public.         

“The Last Sunday of the Bush Era” 

Happy Hour/Hotspot Information

Date of Event : Sunday, January 18^th, 2009

Time of Event: 6:30pm-11:00pm

Name of Venue: Lauriol Plaza

http://www.lauriolplaza.com

Address: 1835 18^th Street NW, Washington DC 20009

(7-8 Blocks from Dupont Circle Metro Stop)

Phone: 202.387.0035

MLK Had A Dream and We Are Here to See It” 

Happy Hour/Hotspot Information

Date of Event : Monday, January 19^th, 2009

Time of Event: 5pm-8pm

Name of Venue: Ozio Restaurant and Lounge

http://www.oziodc.com

Address: 1813 M Street NW, Washington D.C. 20036

(7-8 Blocks from Dupont Circle Metro Stop)

Phone: 202.822.6000

Hope this information was helpful

Thanks

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About Roger B

I spent my early childhood days growing up on the island of Jamaica.  I was introduced to photography at a young age when my father purchased a camera for me.  At the age of eleven I moved to the United States leaving Jamaica behind but not forgotten.  I started middle school in the U.S. and it was in high school that I started finding out more about photography from the classes i took.  After high school, I continued my studies at the University of Central Florida, where I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts.

After graduating from the University of Central Florida I went on to study film at Full Sail Real World Education, which gave me the opportunity to gain experience and awakened my insight to the idea that directing was not that much different than photography.  Immediately following this opportunity, I proceeded to an internship at MTV, which eventually led to another internship with Music Video Director, Little X.  After completing my internships, I returned to Florida to develop my passion for the arts.  I have worked with some of the best directors in the music video business and with top photographers, which has led to the development of my artistic view and style in photography.

I do not expect everyone to agree with my work and that's ok, to each their own. The stillz that I create do not always reflect my personal beliefs sometimes they are just for entertainment and for raising the bar of what I have never done before.

www.rogerbstillz.com

Happy New Year

I would like to extend cordial greetings and best wishes to everyone for 2009. I want to express sincere gratitude to those that have helped in the support of my vision and in capturing such great Stillz.

To all my fans THANK YOU. Finally, may the year 2009 bring you joy, love, peace and everything you are looking forward to.

I look forward to Barak Obama becoming President of the United States of America.

Happy Holidays

I wanted to wish everyone a Happy Holiday. I spent my holiday with friends and family.  I also gain two new friends Felicia and Kathy and look forward to working with them. If you're in the Dade City area of Florida stop by and say hello. (http://www.dadecityswildthings.com) I enjoyed my visit to their private zoo and I'm sure you will enjoy as well. I have attached a few pics just to give you a taste of the experience