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10-11 a.m. Reading of the Declaration of IndependenceNational Archives, Constitution Avenue steps, between Seventh and Ninth streets NW; www.archives.gov. (Archives)

C-SPAN host Steve Scully presides over a reading of the Declaration by historic re-enactors dressed as Thomas Jefferson, John Adams et al. The old-timey Continental Color Guard and Fife and Drum Corps perform, and Archivist of the United States David Ferriero offers some doubtless wise and well-researched remarks. Kids activities commence

in the Archives Boeing Learning Center at 11 a.m. and end at 4 p.m.; re-enactors will be on hand from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Memorial TalksLincoln, Vietnam Veterans, Ko-rean War Veterans, World War II, Martin Luther King Jr., Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Thomas Jef-ferson memorials; nps.gov/nacc.National Park Service rangers Americas best-dressed civil ser-vants spill secrets and patiently answer dumb questions about D.C.s marquee memorials.

Celebrating the Fourth of July on the National Mall is safe and easy, provided you dont do the following: Drive downtown, especially if you have never parallel parked before. Bring a grill, a ri e and some beer (you wont be allowed onto the Mall with any of that). Also, dont bother with sunscreen you need to work on your tan. To ensure that the day is a complete failure, do not drink any water. But if you want to have fun and avoid the ER, employ this guide. Which also tells you which ERs to use, just in case. (EXPRESS)

TRANSITSafe PassageFestivities on the Mall start early and so should your trek. Driving is discouraged (pedestrians will clog roads; parking will be impossible). Metrobuses will operate on a Saturday schedule, though road closures mean detours are inevitable. Unless youre within walking distance, your best bet is Metro. Trains be-gin at 7 a.m. and are on a Sat-urday schedule until 6 p.m., when, WMATA says, near rush-hour service levels are in effect until midnight. Bikes and large coolers are prohib-ited on trains. To avoid the worst crowds, use stations besides Smithsonian (which becomes entry-only after the fireworks) and Federal Tri-angle. And load your SmarTrip the night before, as lines on the Fourth will be longer than the U.S. Constitution.

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Just the Facts, MaamYour full-time job on July Fourth? Being a patriot and visiting the National Mall, where hundreds of thousands of other Yankee Doodle Dandies are expected to red, white and blue it alongside you. The day begins early, so put on that corny Old Navy flag tee and get moving. Everythings free, exceptthe sunblock and bottled water we hope you brought.

11:45 a.m.-2 p.m.Independence Day ParadeConstitution Avenue between Sev-enth and 17th streets NW; july4thparade.com. (Federal Triangle, Archives and Smithsonian)Marching bands from across the country, floats, big balloons, horses, military drill teams and at least one Uncle Sam on stilts perambulate down the street. Yes, you can bring a folding chair, but get there early (9:30 a.m. or so) to guarantee a spot.

8-9:30 p.m.A Capitol Fourth ConcertWest Lawn, U.S. Capitol, enter at southwest corner of grounds, First Street between Maryland and In-dependence avenues SW; grounds open at 3 p.m., free; pbs.com/capitolfourth. (Capitol South and Union Station)

Copacabana songster Barry Ma-nilow headlines the annual A Capi-tol Fourth concert, which also stars Tchaikovskys 1812 Overture (with

live cannon fire!) and performances from the Choral Arts Society of Washington, the U.S. Army Herald Trumpets and the U.S. Air Force Ceremonial Band.

9:10-9:27 p.m.Fireworks on the National MallViewing areas near the Washing-ton Monument and the Reflecting Pool will only be accessible via security checkpoints (see map above). The Mall opens to the pub-lic at 10 a.m.; nps.gov/foju.

Pretty lights go boom, viewers act like theyve never seen fireworks before, everyone runs for the Smithsonian Metro entrance.

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RELIEFGimme ShelterChill out and kill time at the Smithsonian museums around you. Crowds will be at the parade from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., a good time to visit the normally thronged American History and Natural History museums (and their nice, cool bathrooms). Bring minor woes to the medical tents on the Mall; see map at left.

RESTRICTIONSTravel LightNo grills. No alcohol. No fire-works. If that sounds like the lamest seventh-grade party ever, let us remind you there will be so much going on, you wont even miss em.

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Sixth Street and Neal Place NE This three-story garage across the street from Union Market offers fine views of downtown fireworks and glimpses of the local displays that follow. Though university of-ficials wont confirm the garage will be open to the public, rumor has it thats usually the case. Its also a good place to practice your sign-language skills, says local fireworks enthusiast Albert Stackhouse. Got the munchies? Theres a 24-hour Subway across the street.Pro tip: If you get bored with the parking-lot scene, check out the new rooftop lounge at the H Street Country Club (1335 H St. NE), sug-gests Trinidad resident and blogger Elise Bernard (frozentropics .blogspot.com).

Meridian Hill Park16th and Euclid streets NW

A statue of Joan of Arc marks the best spot to see the downtown event in this 12-acre park, but the real draw are the people, who tote major boom-boxes, dance and sometimes form im-promptu drum circles. Lots of col-orful characters are there watching it, and lots of neighborhood people, too, says Nicole Singer, a fan of watching fireworks at Meridian Hill. Eastward, ho: After the big show, the display moves to small streets and alleys northeast of the park (try 13th Street between Euclid Street and Florida Avenue NW). Kids and adults in the street shoot them off everywhere, Singer says. Pro tip: If its too crowded near Joan, find a spot beside the water-fall fountain directly to her south.

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Gravelly PointAny other day, this is the place to watch planes take off from and land at Reagan National Airport; on July Fourth, youll see the fireworks from across the river. Biking or walk-ing from near-ish Metro stations is a little com-plicated. Obey Google Maps.

Off the north-bound George Washington Me-morial Parkway, Arlington.

Air Force MemorialSee the works during a rous-ing concert by the Air Force Band that starts at 8 p.m. The walk from the Pentagon Metro station goes up a very steep hill which you can skip, thanks to free shuttle service.

One Air Force Memorial Drive, Arlington; airforce memorial.org. (Pentagon)

Marine Corps War MemorialCelebrate the Fourth near the most patriotic statue weve got, popularly known as the Iwo Jima Memorial, at left. Drop by the Netherlands Car-illon while youre there.

1400 N. Meade St., Arlington; 703-289-2500; nps.gov/gwmp/planyourvisit/usmc_memorial .htm. (Rosslyn or Arlington Cem-etery)

The Wilson BridgePark at National Harbor and take the footpath over the bridge for a down-the-river look at bombs bursting in air. Standing still on the Wilson Bridge isnt a new experience for locals, but doing it on foot while watching fireworks might be novel.

National Har-bor, Md.; national harbor.com.

Georgetown WaterfrontYou can pay to eat at (and sit on the terrace of) one of the restaurants by the water (try Tony & Joes Seafood Place or Sequoia) or you can just park your butt on the edge of the dock to watch the sky go boom.

Georgetown Dock at Washington Harbor, 31st Street NW at the river. (Foggy Bottom)

Catch the Mall Fireworks off the MallThe Fourth of July is all about freedom. Mostly our freedom to blow stu up, and the reworks on the Mall do a bang-up job of showing our appreciation for liberty with a lot of loud noises and colors. But (understatement alert!) the Mall can get a bit crowded. If you dont mind a little distance from the big spectacle, there are free, public places you can see the Malls fabulous rockets and red glare (which start at 9:10 p.m. Thursday) with minimal hassle.

Lincoln ParkEast Capitol and 13th streets NE

On July Fourth, the yuppies, children and dogs who frequent this bucolic square take cover as bottle rockets whiz by. If you want to relive the joy of being a kid armed with a tiny ar-senal of explosives, Lincoln Park is where its at at least until the cops arrive, says Capitol Hill resident Lance M., who asked that his full name not be used. What about the cops? Their arrival doesnt necessarily end the show. While police issue citations on one side of the park, Roman candles flare up on the other. Pro tip: Stay on the outside edges of the square, or you may get burned. Getting hit with something is cer-tainly within the realm of possibility, Lance M. says. Danger is part of the excitement.

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Ooh, Ahh, Duck and CoverAfter the downtown light show fades, locals head for neighborhood streets. The real draw is just the insane quantity of fireworks being fired off by private citizens, says Petworth resident and blogger Drew Schneider (kidtruant.com). Most such fireworks are verboten, D.C. Police spokesman Steven Sund says. Anything that explodes, anything that flies is illegal. You are restricted to the small sparklers and things that whistle. That doesnt stop residents from expressing their patriotism through pyromania. Here are the best spots to admire vistas lawful and not-so-much. SADIE DINGFELDER (EXPRESS)

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Fireworks sent 8,700 people to emergency rooms last year a sobering number, until you consider that toilet mishaps account for three times as many injuries. Should you, heaven forbid, need medical attention, try these choice ERs:

Have you been severely burned? Direct your ambulance to the Washington Hospital Center (110 Irving St. NW). The citys only burn center has specially trained sur-geons on call.

Want to get patched up quickly? Head to Sibley Hospital (5255 Loughboro Road NW), which scores the best marks in D.C. for wait time satisfaction, according to Washing-ton Consumer Checkbook. S.D.

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MARYLANDAnnapolisThe Maryland state capital has dudes in tri-corn hats walking around most days of the year, so you know they do the Fourth with Founding Fatherly real-ness. A parade begins on West Street at 6:30 p.m.; the Naval Academys Con-cert Band will perform at 8 p.m., before the fireworks at the City Dock at 9:15 p.m. Annapolis City Dock, Annapo-lis; 410-263-7958, annapolis.gov.

BowieAfter years at Allen Pond Park, Bowie moves its show to the Bowie Baysox Stadium. Even though theres no game, concessions (and bathrooms!) will be open. Prince Georges Stadium, 4101 Crain Highway, Bowie, Md.; concert at 7 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m., free.

College Park College Parks a straight shot up Rhode Island Avenue from the city, and it con-tains numerous bars and college stu-dents! Food is available at 5 p.m., music starts at 7 p.m., and fireworks begin at 9 p.m. University of Maryland, Col-lege Park, University Boulevard & Sta-dium Drive, College Park, Md.; 301-864-8877, umd.edu. (College Park)

A Blast in the BurbsWhile the Malls got the fanciest pyrotechnics (and many D.C. neighborhoods have their own impromptu displays), nearby Maryland and Virginia are perfectly good states with perfectly good public reworks! Check out these local light shows on the Fourth (unless otherwise noted). In case of storms or other natural disasters, call ahead to conrm that events are still scheduled before heading out. (EXPRESS)

Columbia Columbia was one of Americas first integrated, planned communities, and its still got a nice community vibe. Car-nival activities run from 5 to 8 p.m., music begins at 7:30 p.m., and fire-works commence at 9:30 p.m. Lake Kittamaquandi, 10221 Wincopin Cir-cle, Columbia, Md.; 410-715-3000, columbiaassociation.com.

FrederickFredericks historic district is beau-tiful around this holiday, and Baker

Park throws a great display and has live music all day beforehand. Baker Park, Second and Bentz streets, Fred-erick, Md.; 301-600-1385, cityof frederick.com.

RockvilleRight off Rockville Pike is Montgom-ery Colleges excellent annual display. Live music begins at 7 p.m., fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Montgomery College, 51 Mannakee St., Rockville, Md.; 240-567-5000, montgomerycollege.edu. (Rockville)

Takoma Park The Takoma Park Fourth of July parade is very folksy, but fear not, the fire-works are not homemade. A parade starts at 10 a.m. at Carroll and Ethan Allen avenues, fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

Takoma Park Middle School, 7611 Piney Branch Road, Takoma Park, Md.; 301-891-7100, takomapark4th .org. (Takoma)

VIRGINIAAlexandria Want to extend the fun times? Alexan-drias annual fireworks display is held Sunday, July 7, to celebrate the citys birthday along with Americas. The

Alexandria Symphony Orchestra per-forms at 9 p.m., fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. Oronoco Bay Park, 100 Madison St., Alexandria; 703-746-4000, alexandriava.gov. (Braddock Road)

Fairfax The city of Fairfax holds a fun Inde-pendence Day parade that march-es through the citys downtown begin-ning at 10 a.m. Music starts at 7 p.m. at Fairfax High School, and fireworks start at dusk. Fairfax High School, 3501 Rebel Run, Fairfax; 703-385-7858, fairfaxva.gov. (Vienna/Fairfax-GMU)

Falls ChurchFalls Churchs annual celebration hap-pens at George Mason High School, with live music starting at 7 p.m. and fireworks at 9:20 p.m. George Mason High School, 7124 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church; 703-248-5001, falls churchva.gov. (West Falls Church)

ELSEWHERE IN VA.Herndon: Herndon Community Center in Bready Park, 814 Ferndale Ave., Herndon, Va.; festival at 6:30 p.m., fireworks at 9:30 p.m., free; herndon -va.gov.

McLean: Langley High School, 6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, Va.; doors at 8 p.m., free.

Vienna: Southside Park, 1315 Ross Drive SW, Vienna; festival from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., evening program 7 p.m., fire-works 9:15 p.m.; 703-255-6360, viennava.gov.

Fireworks shoot above historic downtown Frederick, Md.

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Through July 7Smithsonian Folklife Festival The National Mall in front of the National Museum of American History and the National Museum of Natural History; 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m., free; for a full schedule, visit festival.si.edu.

This years themes are Hungarian Heritage: Roots to Revival above, One World, Many Voices: Endangered Lan-guages and Cultural Heritage and The Will to Adorn: African American Diversity, Style, and Identity. Expect the usual large quantities of food, dancing, music, demonstrations, tents, structures and shopping. The Hungarian Dance Barn looks particularly intriguing.

July 4Independence Day Organ RecitalWashington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW; 11 a.m., $10 suggested donation; 202-537-6200, nationalcathedral.org.

Not a fan of music that contains lit-eral explosions? Consider the Inde-pendence Day Organ Recital at the Washington National Cathedral. Three organists, plus a brass band and the U.S. Navy Sea Chanters, will perform Aaron Coplands Fan-fare for the Common Man (the song NBC plays during the Olym-pics), a couple of John Philip Sousa marches, some George Gershwin and a bit of classical.

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New York Times Magazine chief national correspondentMark Leibovich talks about his new book, This Town,which presents a penetrating look at Washingtonsmedia industrial complex.

Saturday, July 27, 2:30 p.m.

Want priority seating to these and other Newseum programs?Join the Newseum as a Press Pass member and enjoy this and otherbenets. Visit newseum.org/membership for more information.Unless otherwise noted, events are included free with paid Newseum admission or your Press Pass membership.Seating is on a space-available basis.

Inside Media:State of theFirst AmendmentJoin us for a discussionof the new 2013 State ofthe First Amendmentnational survey, conductedannually by the FirstAmendment Center atthe Newseum.Tuesday, July 16, 2:30 p.m.

Inside Media:North Korea andSouth KoreaMark Edward Harris discusseshis two new companion books,North Korea and South Korea,which provide a look at the twocountries 60 years after thearmistice that ceased,but did not ofcially end,the Korean War.Saturday, July 20, 2:30 p.m.

Media, Memoryand the March onWashingtonFifty years after Martin LutherKing Jr.s I Have a Dreamspeech, a panel reects onhow Kings words have beenremembered, portrayedand taught.Monday, July 29, 2 p.m.Free; reservations required. RSVP toahampton@freedomforum.org.

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MARYLANDAFI Silver Theatre Cultural Center8633 Colesville Road www.a.com/silverA Band Called Death (NR) NO PASSES: (!) 1:20-3:20-5:20-7:25-9:35The Athlete (Atletu) (NR) 8:00-10:30Stories We Tell (PG-13) 4:45From Here to Eternity (NR) 11:00AMThe Man on the Roof (Mannen pa taket) (R) 1:00Lawrence of Arabia (PG) 3:30

AMC Loews Center Park 84001 Powder Mill Rd. www.AMCTheatres.comMan of Steel (PG-13) CC-Closed Captions;Digital Presentation: 1:25-7:10Monsters University (G) CC-Closed Captions;Digital Presentation: 1:30-4:00-6:30-9:00The Lone Ranger (PG-13) CC-Closed Captions;Digital Presentation: (!) 10:30-1:45-3:30-5:00-8:15-9:30-11:30Despicable Me 2 (PG) CC-Closed Captions;Digital Presentation: (!) 10:00-12:30-5:30-10:30World War Z (PG-13) CC-Closed Captions;Digital Presentation: 10:40-4:30-6:45-10:15White House Down (PG-13) CC-Closed Captions;Digital Presentation: 10:15-1:45-4:45-7:45-11:00Despicable Me 2 in 3D (PG) CC-Closed Captions;RealD 3D: (!) 10:00-3:00-8:00The Heat (R) CC-Closed Captions;Digital Presentation: 10:00-12:40-3:20-6:00-8:45-11:25Monsters University 3D (G) CC-Closed Captions;RealD 3D: 11:00AMMan of Steel 3D (PG-13) CC-Closed Captions;RealD 3D: 11:45AMKevin Hart: Let Me Explain (R) CC-Closed Captions;Digital Presentation: (!) 10:15-12:15-2:15-4:15-6:20-8:30-10:45-11:30

AMC Loews White Flint 511301 Rockville Pike www.AMCTheatres.comMonsters University (G) 11:15-1:50-4:30-7:30-10:20Despicable Me 2 (PG) (!) 9:30-12:30-3:00-5:30-8:00-10:30World War Z (PG-13) 9:45-12:45-3:30-6:30-9:15White House Down (PG-13) (!) 10:00-1:00-4:15-7:15-10:10The Heat (R) (!) 10:30-1:15-4:00-7:00-9:45

Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema7235 Woodmont Avenue www.landmarktheatres.comThe Great Gatsby (PG-13) 10:30-8:10The Great Gatsby in 3D (PG-13) 1:40-5:10The East (PG-13) 11:00-2:20-4:40-7:40-10:15Fill the Void (Lemale et ha'halal) (PG) 11:20-2:00-4:20-7:00-9:20Frances Ha (R) 11:30-2:10-4:30-7:50-9:50Unnished Song (Song for Marion) (PG-13) 10:50-1:30-4:00-7:10-9:30Much Ado About Nothing (PG-13) 10:40-1:50-4:50-7:30-10:05Before Midnight (R) 11:10-2:40-5:00-7:20-9:40The Bling Ring (R) 11:40-2:30-5:20-8:00-10:10

Regal Bethesda 107272 Wisconsin Avenue www.regalcinemas.comMan of Steel (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 12:40-4:00-7:20-9:40Monsters University (G) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 11:15-1:50-4:30-7:30-10:20The Lone Ranger (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 10:45-2:00-6:30-7:00-9:50-10:15World War Z (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 1:15-4:10-7:10-10:00This Is The End (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 5:25-8:00-10:30White House Down (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!)12:00-3:40-6:40-10:25The Heat (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 1:00-3:50-6:50-10:05Monsters University 3D (G) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Vide;RealD 3D: (!)12:15-3:30Despicable Me 2 (PG) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 11:40-12:30-2:15-3:00-4:45-7:15-9:45Despicable Me 2 in 3D (PG) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Vide;RealD 3D: (!)11:00-1:30-4:15-7:45-10:10

Regal Hyattsville Royale Stadium 146505 America Blvd.Man of Steel (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 12:40-3:50-7:00-10:05Monsters University (G) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 12:30-3:10-6:20The Lone Ranger (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 11:30-12:15-2:50-3:45-5:25-6:10-7:10-8:45-9:30-10:25World War Z (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 1:05-4:00-7:35-10:25This Is The End (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 10:00White House Down (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 12:25-1:15-3:35-4:15-6:55-7:30-10:35The Heat (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 11:50-1:20-2:35-4:10-6:40-7:20-9:25-10:20

Monsters University 3D (G) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Vide;RealD 3D: (!) 9:20Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 12:00-1:00-2:15-3:15-4:30-5:30-6:45-8:00-9:00-10:10Despicable Me 2 (PG) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 11:45-12:10-2:30-3:00-5:00-7:45-10:15Despicable Me 2 in 3D (PG) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Vide;RealD 3D: (!)12:50-3:30-6:30-9:10

Regal Majestic 20 & IMAX900 Ellsworth DriveMan of Steel (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 10:20-1:20-8:05Monsters University (G) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 10:00-11:50-12:45-2:40-3:30-6:20-9:05The Lone Ranger (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 10:30-11:30-1:55-2:50-4:05-5:20-6:10-7:25-8:40-9:30-10:40World War Z (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 10:10-12:05-1:00-2:55-5:40-6:35Now You See Me (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 4:40-11:10The Heat (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 10:55-12:00-1:40-3:00-4:25-5:15-6:05-7:05-8:00-8:55-9:45-10:50Monsters University 3D (G) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Vide;RealD 3D: (!)10:40-1:25Man of Steel: The IMAX Experience (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive VideoSe;IMAX: (!) 1:10This Is The End (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 11:20-2:10-5:00-7:30-10:15Man of Steel: An IMAX 3D Experience (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & DescriptiveVideo Se;IMAX: (!) 10:05-4:20-7:45-11:00White House Down (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 11:10-12:30-2:15-3:40-5:30-6:45-7:40-8:45-10:00-10:45World War Z 3D (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Vid;Real D 3D: (!) 3:50-9:25Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 10:45-11:35-12:40-1:35-2:35-3:35-4:30-5:35-6:25-7:35-8:20-9:35-10:15Despicable Me 2 (PG) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 11:05-11:25-11:55-1:45-2:05-2:30-4:15-4:45-6:50-7:50-9:20-10:45Despicable Me 2 in 3D (PG) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Vide;RealD 3D: (!) 10:15-12:50-3:15-5:10-5:45-8:30-10:55-11:05

Xscape 14 Theatres7710 Matapeake Business Drive www.xscapetheatres.comMan of Steel (PG-13) Stadium Seating: 1:20-4:20-7:25-10:30The Lone Ranger (PG-13) Stadium Seating: (!) 10:10-11:30-2:00-3:00-5:20-6:10-7:15-9:20-10:25Despicable Me 2 (PG) Stadium Seating: (!) 10:00-12:20-2:40-5:10-5:40-7:40-8:15-10:05-10:35White House Down (PG-13) Stadium Seating: (!) 11:55-1:50-2:50-4:40-7:50-10:40Despicable Me 2 in 3D (PG) 3D;Stadium Seating: (!) 11:10-1:30-4:00Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain (R) Stadium Seating: (!) 10:50-1:40-3:50-5:50-8:00-10:10This Is The End (R) 8:30The Heat (R) 10:30-1:35-4:10-6:50-9:25The Lone Ranger (PG-13) Stadium Seating;XTREME XSCAPE: (!) 12:10-3:30-6:45-9:55Despicable Me 2 (PG) Stadium Seating;XTREME XSCAPE: (!) 10:40-1:00-3:20

VIRGINIAAMC Courthouse Plaza 82150 Clarendon Blvd. www.AMCTheatres.comStar Trek Into Darkness (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;DigitalPresentation;Reserved Seating: 9:00AMThe Lone Ranger (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;DigitalPresentation;Reserved Seating: 9:00-10:20-11:20-12:20-2:40-3:40-6:00-7:00-8:40-9:20-12:00Now You See Me (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;DigitalPresentation;Reserved Seating: 2:20-10:35This Is The End (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;Digital Presentation;ReservedSeating: 11:05-1:45-4:25-7:05-9:45-12:25White House Down (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;DigitalPresentation;Reserved Seating: 9:00-11:00-12:10-1:40-2:10-3:20-4:50-5:20-6:30-7:30-8:00-10:40-11:10Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain (R) Digital Presentation;Reserved Seating: 9:50-12:00-2:10-4:20-6:30-8:30-9:30-10:20-11:40-12:30The Bling Ring (R) AMC INDEPENDENT;Digital Presentation;Reserved Seating: 12:00-5:10

AMC Hoffman Center 22206 Swamp Fox Rd. www.AMCTheatres.comStar Trek Into Darkness (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;DigitalPresentation: 9:45Man of Steel (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;Digital Presentation:10:10-1:25-4:40-7:55Monsters University (G) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;Digital Presentation:9:00-11:50-2:40-4:00-5:30-8:20The Lone Ranger (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;Digital Presentation:(!) 9:45-10:45-12:00-1:15-2:15-3:30-4:45-5:45-7:00-8:15-9:15-10:30Despicable Me 2 (PG) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;Digital Presentation: (!)9:50-10:10-11:10-11:50-12:30-12:50-1:50-3:10-3:30-4:30-5:10-5:50-6:10-8:30-8:50Fast & Furious 6 (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;Digital Presentation:10:25World War Z (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;Digital Presentation: 9:55-11:15-2:10-3:45-5:05-8:00-9:35Now You See Me (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;Digital Presentation:11:30-5:25This Is The End (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;Digital Presentation: 11:00-1:40-4:25-7:05-9:50White House Down (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;Digital Presenta-tion: (!) 10:40-11:40-1:50-3:00-5:00-6:10-7:10-8:10-9:20-10:20Despicable Me 2 in 3D (PG) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;RealD 3D: (!) 9:10-10:30-1:10-2:30-3:50-6:30-7:50-9:10

The Heat (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;Digital Presentation: (!) 9:15-10:35-12:10-1:35-2:25-3:05-4:35-6:00-7:30-8:20-9:00-10:30Monsters University 3D (G) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;RealD 3D:10:20-1:10-6:50Man of Steel: An IMAX 3D Experience (PG-13) IMAX;RealD 3D: 11:35-2:55-6:20-9:45Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain (R) Digital Presentation: 9:30-10:45-11:45-1:00-2:00-3:15-4:15-5:30-6:30-7:45-8:45-10:00World War Z 3D (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video;RealD 3D: 12:50-6:40

Angelika Film Center Mosaic2911 District AveMan of Steel (PG-13) 10:00-1:00-10:00World War Z (PG-13) 11:20-2:15-10:30Mud (PG-13) 7:30White House Down (PG-13) 10:55-1:45-4:35-7:25-10:15The Heat (R) 11:25-2:00-4:35-7:10-9:45Much Ado About Nothing (PG-13) 11:05-1:20-3:40-6:00-8:20-10:40Man of Steel 3D (PG-13) 4:00-7:00Before Midnight (R) 11:30-2:0020 Feet from Stardom (PG-13) 11:00-1:10-3:20-5:30-7:40-9:50The Way, Way Back (PG-13) 10:00World War Z 3D (PG-13) 5:00-7:45The Bling Ring (R) 10:30-12:45-3:00-5:15Star Trek Into Darkness (PG-13) 4:30-10:35

Regal Ballston Common 12671 N. Glebe Road www.regalcinemas.comMan of Steel (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 12:20-4:00-7:10-10:40Monsters University (G) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 10:40-1:30-4:10-6:50-9:40World War Z (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 11:00-12:10-1:50-3:30-5:00-6:30-8:00-9:20-10:50The Heat (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 1:40-2:30-4:40-5:20-7:30-8:20-10:30Monsters University 3D (G) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Vide;RealD 3D: (!)10:10-12:50-3:40World War Z 3D (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Vid;Real D 3D: (!) 6:40-9:50Much Ado About Nothing (PG-13) 6:10-8:50Despicable Me 2 (PG) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 11:30-11:31-2:00-2:01-2:40-4:30-4:31-5:10-7:00-7:40-9:30Despicable Me 2 in 3D (PG) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Vide;RealD 3D: (!) 10:50-12:00-1:20-3:50-6:20-8:50-10:10

Regal Kingstowne 16 & RPX5910 Kingstowne Towne CenterMan of Steel (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 9:35-12:50-4:00-7:10-10:25Monsters University (G) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 9:00-10:45-11:40-1:25-2:20-4:05-4:55-7:40-10:30The Lone Ranger (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Ser;RPX: (!) 9:45-1:05-4:25-7:45-11:05World War Z (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 10:00-12:55-3:45-6:40-9:35Now You See Me (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 10:30AMThis Is The End (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 12:40-8:15The Heat (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 10:20-11:25-1:20-2:20-4:10-5:05-6:55-7:55-9:40-10:40Monsters University 3D (G) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Vide;RealD 3D: (!)9:25-12:05Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain (R) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: 10:25-12:50-3:05-5:15-6:45-7:35-8:55-9:45-11:05World War Z 3D (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Vid;Real D 3D: (!) 5:30-10:50The Lone Ranger (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 9:00-12:20-2:45-3:40-6:05-7:00-9:25-10:20Despicable Me 2 (PG) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 9:00-9:40-10:10-11:30-12:10-2:05-2:55-3:10-4:40-7:15-8:00-9:50White House Down (PG-13) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Video Service: (!) 9:30-12:30-1:30-3:30-4:30-6:30-7:30-9:30-10:35Despicable Me 2 in 3D (PG) CC/DVS-Closed Captions & Descriptive Vide;RealD 3D: (!) 10:40-1:15-3:50-5:25-6:25-9:00

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fourth of july

In the annals of agdom, 2013 is a banner year: the bicentennial of the sewing of the cloth rectangle now known as the Star-Spangled Banner.

(Francis Scott Key wrote the poem that became the song in 1814, during the War of 1812, so birthday celebrations wont end soon.) Baltimore seamstress

Mary Pickersgill led a small team into vexillology ( ag studies) history, piecing together the Banner in six weeks. Join us for a journey through Star-

Spangled History, with stops at other notable stars n stripes. HOLLY J. MORRIS (EXPRESS)

Catch a Wave

The FortThe Original Important Cloth Thing With Stars on It (were strug-gling to find synonyms for flag) flew over Fort McHenry during the Battle of Baltimore, Sept. 13-14, 1814. Among the forts attractions: the twice-daily raising and lower-ing of a Star-Spangled Replica, five Star-Spangled Talks per day and assorted Star-Spangled Exhibits. Fort McHenry National Monument and

Mount Suribachi FlagsThe National Museum of the Marine Corps possesses both flags flown atop Mount Suribachi dur-ing the Battle of Iwo Jima and dis-plays them one at a time. The one in the famous 1945 photo is the second, at left, raised after the first was deemed too small. Nation-al Museum of the Marine Corps, 18900 Jef-ferson Davis Highway, Triangle, Va.; open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m., free; 877-635-1775, usmcmuseum.org.

Art-y Flag Anders Lundes Dan Quayle Trips Over His Words is a compendi-um of Quayle-isms, written on the stones hes tripping over on his way to that flag. Find it in the Luce Foundation Center. Smithsonian Amer-ican Art Museum, Eighth and F streets NW; open daily 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m., free; 202-633-7970, americanart.si.edu. (Gallery Place)

Moon FlagThis little guy went with astronaut Michael Collins on the Apollo 11 mission in his Personal Preference Kit, the bag above. Collins stayed in the orbiter while Neil and Buzz got super-famous. See it in the Apollo to the Moon exhibit. National Air and Space Museum, Independence Avenue at Sixth Street SW; 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. or 7:30 p.m., check site for schedule, free; 202-633-2214, nasm.si.edu. (LEnfant Plaza)

U.S. Capitol FlagsTwo big flags fly above the Capitol at all times. Small flags do, too about 100,000 per year so that ordinary folk can own something that waved over the Capitol for a few minutes. Contact your repre-sentative or senator to get one. U.S. Capitol, East Capitol Street NE and First Street; Mon.-Sat., 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., free; visitthecapitol.gov. (Capitol South)

Kennedy Center FlagAn American flag hangs in the Hall of Nations, where you can compare it with the flags of the countries the U.S. has diplomatic relations with. Kennedy Center, 2700 F St. NW; 202-467-4600, kennedy-center.org. (Foggy Bottom)

Historic Shrine, 2400 East Fort Ave., Bal-timore; open daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m., $7 ages 16 and up, free ages 15 and under; 410-962-4290, nps.gov/fomc.

The Actual ThingThe Banner itself resides in D.C. at the National Museum of Amer-ican History, inside a dark, tem-perature-controlled enclosure. After Pickersgill f inished the thing, earning the hefty sum of $405.90, it wound up with George Armistead, commander of Fort McHenry during the Banners big appearance. In 1907, an Armistead descendant handed it over to the Smithsonian. The family had given away bits of it as souvenirs by then. Oops. National Museum of Amer-ican History, 1400 Constitution Ave. NW; 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. or 7:30 p.m., check site for schedule, free; 202-633-1000, americanhistory.si.edu. (Smithsonian)

The LyricsThe oldest known manuscript of Keys The Star-Spangled Banner dwells at the Maryland Historical Societys museum. The poem surprise! has four verses; the grim third one (words that rhyme with wave and brave: slave and grave) isnt Super Bowl material. Starting today, 100-plus stitchers will assemble a replica of the origi-nal 30 foot by 42 foot Banner. Mem-bers of the public can take part on Aug. 3 and Aug. 11. Maryland Histor-ical Society, 201 W. Monument St., Bal-timore; Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m., $6-$9; 410-685-3750, mdhs.org. Closed July 4, free admission July 5.

The HouseNext on the Star-Spangled Pilgrim-age is Pickersgills home/workshop, the Flag House. Re-enactors play-ing Pickersgill, her assistant and her mom hang out with guests Sat-urdays. The exhibit Preservd Us a Nation glorifies the War of 1812. Flag House, 844 East Pratt St., Baltimore; Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., $6-$8; 410-837-1793, flaghouse.org.

The HikeThe energetic Star-Spangled Trav-eler can embark on a 560-mile trek through War of 1812 history: The Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail. Several stops are in Alexandria, D.C. and Baltimore; the rest are scattered throughout Maryland, with termini at Elk-ton and the intriguingly named town of Port Deposit. nps.gov/stsp, starspangledtrail.net.

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Mount VernonOverview: When he wasnt lead-ing the American Revolution or being president, George Washington resided at Mount Vernon, his family home, prosper-ous commercial farm, ongoing DIY project and final resting place. The mansion and museum share the 50-acre estate with authentic gardens, crops and outbuildings, plus a restaurant, a food court and the mother of all gift shops.

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Lincoln MemorialOverview: The 19-foot-tall statue of Abraham Lincoln presides over the entire National Mall from within his Parthe-non-inspired temple. Fellow Civil War honcho Gen. Ulysses S. Grant engages Lincoln in an eternal staring contest from the east end of the Mall, with the Wash-ington Monument teetering in between. Though the 175-ton Lincoln sculpture looks hewn from one big chunk of mar-ble, its actually 28 seamlessly joined pieces. Observe its expressive hands, modeled after 1860 castings of Lincolns real hands.

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National ArchivesOverview: This trip through American history, as told by way of the nations records, shows visitors theres much to learn from primary sources. Interactive exhibits explain how to research your family history through im-migration records, census docu-ments and other paperwork. And dont forget the Big Three on display: the Constitution, the Dec-laration of Independence and the Bill of Rights.

Details: 700 Pennsylvania Ave. NW; 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., must be inside by 5 p.m. (skip the outdoor wait with a $1.50 timed ticket); free; 1-866-272-6272, www.archives.gov. (Archives)

Carlyle HouseOverview: How does nouveau riche Scottish immigrant John Carlyle tell the world hes ar-rived? By building a giant stone house in Colonial Alexandria. See the room where, some historians argue, the American Revolu-tion was born, or at least given a shove, in 1755, when British Gen. Edward Braddock met with five Colonial governors and pushed the idea of taxing the colonies to pay for the ongoing French and Indian War (i.e., taxation without representation).

Trip Tip: Stop by the nearby Visitors Center (221 King St.) to buy the Key to the City, a $9 pass that gets you into nine attrac-tions. You can score free 24-hour parking proclamations there, too, so you can park at two-hour me-ters for a full day. They are NOT good for residential permit areas, and parking enforcement is noto-riously fierce.

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National Museum of American HistoryOverview: The tale of America is spun from 150,000- plus artifacts: first ladies dresses, a piece of Plymouth Rock, a Kermit the Frog puppet. Youre not just learning about electricity, youre staring at one of Thomas Edisons first light bulbs. Visit the exhibit Food: Transforming the American Table 1950-2000 to see Julia Childs kitchen and view amusing vintage posters.

Details: 1400 Constitution Ave. NW; daily, 10 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. with extended summer hours (through 7:30 p.m. July 4); free; 202-633-1000, americanhistory.si.edu. (Smithsonian)

Trip Tip: Things not to do near the original Star-Span-gled Banner, the flag that flew during 1814s Battle of Balti-more and inspired the national anthem: one, take pictures, and two, say that Betsy Ross made it Mary Pickersgill did, in 1813.

Barracks RowOverview: This five-block stretch of bistros, boutiques, bakeries and, of course, the Marine Barracks (a dorm, in military-speak) was established in 1801. Since then, the Barracks has housed the Marine Band, the official White House musical ensemble.

Trip Tip: On Friday nights during the summer, the Marine Barracks hosts the Evening Parade, a concert and pre-cision marching performance at 8:45 p.m. Reserved seating is closed for 2013; you can wait in the general admission line for a chance at seats.

Christ ChurchOverview: George Washington and Robert E. Lee prayed at Christ Church, Alexandrias first Episcopal church. While age and wars took their toll on other historic houses of worship, this sanctuary looks much like it did when the church was finished in 1773. Tours are brief (10 minutes if you dont ask too many questions) and informative, and you can sit in Washingtons family pew.

Details: 118 N. Washing-ton St., Alexandria; tours given Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., Sun. 2:30-4 p.m., free; 703-549-1450, historicchristchurch.org.

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Last year: The Nationals suffered plenty of injuries in the first few months of the season, but their staff stayed intact. After Ross

Detwiler secured the No. 5 spot over Chien-Ming Wang, Washingtons rotation didnt miss a start until

Stephen Strasburg was shut down in September. The Nationals starters

led the NL with a 3.40 ERA.

This year: Three of the Nationals five starters have spent time on the 15-day disabled list: Strasburg (lat

strain), Detwiler (oblique strain) and Dan Haren (shoulder inflammation).

Haren, who signed a one-year, $13 million contract in the

offseason, went on the DL last week. He has a 6.15 ERA, the highest in the

majors among qualified pitchers.

Key stat: The number of Nationals pitchers who made a start in the first 81 games:

Dan Haren

The Washington Nationals entered the 2012 season with low expectations. This was a franchise that hadnt had a winning record since moving to the District in 2005, let alone a postseason berth. The Nationals then went on

to win the NL East and own the best record in baseball last year. With that success came a change of expectations. Manager Davey Johnson even said this season its World Series or bust. At the halfway point, the Nationals dont

look anything like a World Series favorite. So whats behind the falloff from last year? JEFFREY TOMIK (EXPRESS)

Lack of Timely Hitting

Last year: The Nationals were in the middle of the pack in clutch

hitting. After the sixth inning, they ranked 16th in runs scored (209), 17th in batting average (.242) and

10th in home runs (51). After 81 games, the Nationals had scored

341 runs and had a plus-56 run differential.

This year: The Nationals ended the first half of the season as the

worst team in clutch hitting. After the sixth inning, they scored just

77 runs three fewer than any other team in baseball and had an MLB-worst .210 average. They scored 295 runs and had a minus-19 run differential. Bryce Harper

has been the Nats top hitter when healthy, but he hit only .205 after

the sixth inning.

Key stat: At-bats per home run after the sixth inning:

Vanishing Goon Squad

Last year: The Nationals bench was nicknamed the Goon Squad. Role players like Roger Bernadina (.291

batting average), Steve Lombardozzi (.273), Tyler Moore (.263) and Chad

Tracy (.269) stepped in nicely for injured teammates or when called upon during

the game. The Nats led the majors in pinch-hitting batting average (.288).

This year: In 81 games, Bernadina (.187), Lombardozzi (.234), Moore (.157)

and Tracy (.133) all hit well below their averages from a season ago.

With Bryce Harper and Jayson Werth missing significant amounts of time, the benchs struggles have become

more apparent. The Nats are still searching for consistent production

from the bench.

Key stat: The Nats pinch-hitting batting average:

Too Many Fielding Miscues

Last year: The Nationals had 94 errors, the eighth fewest in the majors, and a .985 fielding

percentage. First baseman Adam LaRoche won a Gold Glove, and

shortstop Ian Desmond, who was a Gold Glove finalist, drastically cut

down on his errors from the previous two years.

This year: The Nationals had 59 errors in 81 games, the third most in the majors, and a .980 fielding

percentage. Only the Pirates Pedro Alvarez had more than

Ryan Zimmermans 13 errors at third base. And Washington had thrown

out only 14 percent of opposing base runners attempting to steal the

worst rate in baseball.

Key stat: The Nats average number of errors per game:

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Hovering around .500 all season, the Nationals have underwhelmed so far in 2013. Heres how the team grades out for the first 81 games of the year. JASON BUTT (FOR EXPRESS)

PitchingStephen Strasburg, Jordan Zimmermann and Gio Gonzalez have excelled at times, with Zimmermann holding a team-best 2.28 ERA. Ross Detwiler, who recently returned from an oblique injury, is now dealing with back pain. Since returning to the rotation on June 13, Detwiler has allowed 16 earned runs in 19 innings pitched (7.32 ERA). More concerning has been Dan Haren, who was recently placed on the disabled list for right shoulder inflammation. Haren has been awful in his past four starts, surrendering seven home runs. The bullpen has been shaky, but Drew Storen has eased into his new role as a setup man, and Rafael Soriano has 21 saves in 24 save opportunities.

BenchIn terms of bench production, the Nationals have received it only in small doses. Steve Lombardozzi hit his first-career walkoff RBI on June 4, but stories like that have been few and far between. Washingtons pinch hitters, including Roger Bernadina, Tyler Moore and Chad Tracy, have been paltry at the plate, possessing batting averages under .200. In close games, Washington hasnt had the bats needed coming off the bench. However, the bench has helped Washington in the field with Harper and Jayson Werth missing time with injuries. Bernadina, Lombardozzi and Jeff Kobernus all have perfect fielding percentages in the outfield.

DefenseEach of the infield positions shows lower combined fielding percentages than the averages across the majors. Only the outfield spots post higher numbers, with Denard Span recording a 1.000 fielding percentage in center field. The Nationals also have been mistake-prone, committing 59 errors before the start of July. Third

baseman Ryan Zimmerman has been one of the major culprits, recording a team-high 13 errors. Heading into the season, Washington was thought to have one

of the better fielding teams in baseball. That hasnt been the case in 2013, though theres still time for Washingtons defense to improve.

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Ross Detwiler2-6, 4.13 ERA

Taylor Jordan0-1, 2.08 ERA

Kyle Lohse3-6, 3.63 ERA

Johnny Hellweg0-1, 20.25 ERA

Ian Desmond, Nationals: He hit .306 with nine homers and 28 RBIs in 26 games in June. He may be the NLs start-ing shortstop for the All-Star game.

Craig Stammen, Nationals: The right-handed relief pitcher allowed at least one run in his past three appearances entering Tuesdays game.

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Holiday Festivities Expect fireworks after Wednes-day nights game, no matter the score. For Thursdays game, which has a rare morning start, Washington will sport special Independence Day uniforms, with a white hat with a red brim and a curly blue W with stars. Neil Diamond will perform a new song during the in-game military salute. (EXPRESS)

ManagerDavey Johnsons done a decent job keeping this unit around .500, given the slew of injuries its faced and the lack of offensive production its generated. Washington ranks near the bottom of every major offensive statistical category and still remains in second place of the NL East. Johnson has been critical of himself for this seasons slow start, telling 106.7 The Fan, Ive been terrible. Horse bleep. My job is to put guys in situations where they can do well, and obviously I have not done my job because guys havent performed well. Johnson has more than half of a season to get it corrected so that he can live up to the World Series or bust statement he made back in December.

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HittingThe Nationals have been one of the worst hitting teams in baseball, especially in key situations. Washington is ranked 28th in the majors in runs scored and has provided Strasburg an MLB-worst 2.60 runs of support per outing. Leadoff hitter Denard Span is on pace for a career-low batting average (.262). Despite the lineups overall struggles, the Nationals have received solid contributions from shortstop Ian Desmond, second baseman Anthony Rendon and first baseman Adam LaRoche. Washington hopes Bryce Harper, who returned Monday from knee bursitis, can help spark the offense.

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July 1st- 6thThe Ofce will be CLOSED July 4th

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Renovated Apartments Available Less than Five Minutes from 495

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301-630-1300

Rosecroft Mews

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1, 2, & 3 BedroomApartments

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Summer Ridge866.507.2283

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Hyattsville

1829 Belle Haven Drive, Hyattsville, MD 20785Security Deposits from $250

Electronic entry building system Free business center Free after school program Metro Accessible Bring in ad to rec.free app. fee per unit

# Occupants Maximum Income

1 $41,180

2 $51,600

3 $58,080

4 $64,500

*Income Qualications

**Limited Availability

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GARFIELD COURTMOVE-INSPECIAL1ST Month's

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301-277-6202

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CHEVERLY CROSSING APARTMENTS3839 64th Ave

Hyattsville MD 20785Newly Renovated in 2013!TrendyMidrise LivingMove in Specials!

$500-$600 off 1st monthGreat Location!

Hwy 450 Close to 295 and 495Spacious Floorplans, Central Heat and AC1 Bedrooms @ $850 per month.2 Bedrooms at $975.00 per monthJoi 1-800-473-1797 ext 107

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Forest Hills ApartmentsOxon Hill, MD

Under New Management Metro Bus at property Renovated units available 5 min walk to Southern Ave Metro All credit considered Apts with dens available Pet friendly

$920Rentsstarting at1 & 2BRs

1439 Southern Ave.888-480-1693

SILVER SPR/Forest Glen Metro

Move In Special1st mo. rent $599

(on a 12 mo. lease)1-BR $10502-BR $1175

Forest Glen Apts.301-593-0485

Close to the Forest Glen MetroOff-Str. Prkng/Controlled Access

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3400 Pearl Drive, Suitland, MD 20746

Move in by 7/9/13 &Get Half OFF Julys

Rent on Select 1Brs and$500 OFF 2Brs!

Prices are subject to change without notice.Limited time offer. Certain restrictions apply.

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1 and Dens 2 Bedrooms

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11658 South Laurel DriveLaurel, MD 20708

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3400 Pearl Drive, Suitland, MD 20746

Move in by 7/9/13 &Get Half OFF Julys

Rent on Select 1Brs and$500 OFF 2Brs!

Prices are subject to change without notice.Limited time offer. Certain restrictions apply.

Call the ofce for complete details.Special offered on select apartments only

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OXON HILL LANDOVER

COLONIAL VILLAGE908 Marcy Ave. Oxon HIll, MD 20745

888-583-3047KINGS SQUARE

3402 Dodge Park Rd. Landover,MD 20785

877-898-6958www.kingssquareapartments.com

FREE UTILITIES Swimming Pool

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Minutes toThe National Harbor

FREE UTILITIES Walk to Metro Walk to Elementary School Minutes to the NEW WEGMANS Granite Countertops Stainless Steel Appliances

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PARKVIEW GARDENS6400 Riverdale Road Riverdale,MD 20737

888-251-1872www.parkviewgardensapartments.com

MAPLE RIDGE2252 Brightseat Road Landover,MD 20785

888-583-3045www.mapleridgeapartments.com

RIVERDALE VILLAGE5409 Riverdale Road Riverdale,MD 20737

800-767-2189

GATED COMMUNITY

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Free gas and water State-of-the-art tness center Right across from theNEW WEGMANS

Remodeled w/brand new Kitchens Licensed daycare on premises

FREE Internet &Cable* (*1-BR only)

State of the ArtFitness Center

Stainless SteelAppliances**

Granite Countertops**

Washer & Dryer**

Free Gas (cooking &heat) & Water

Outdoor & Indoor Pools

(**Select Units)*Subject to change.

1, 2 & 3 BR APTS.HUGE 2 BR

TOWNHOMES Roomy, modern apts. Private balconies/patios Cathedral ceiling

OPEN HOUSEFri, June 28 to Mon, July 1

SPECIALS - FREE RENT til August 1 (Select apts)FREE Application Fee FREE Refreshments

Deposit as low as $200

FREE JULY RENT(select units only)

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Washer & dryer in each apt home Large walk-in closets Dishwasher Private patio or balcony Only 2 blocks to Metro Pet Friendly All credit considered

1BRS special $799**2BRS special $949*

Shadyside GardensSuitland, MD

301-289-7556*must move-in by June 30, 2013

SUITLAND

PARKWAY TERRACE1 BRs fr $8602 BRs fr $968$30 Application Fee

H Walk to MetroH W/W Carpet or Hardwood availH Keyed entry waysH Parklike setting w/picnic tbls & grill

Maximum income limits apply877-608-6548

3415 Parkway Terr. Dr. Suitland,Md.Mon-Fri. 9am-6pm. Sat.by app't. only

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Performance. People. Pride.

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Summer Ridge866.507.2283

www.summerridgeapartments.netsummerridgeleasing@comcast.net

Hyattsville

1829 Belle Haven Drive, Hyattsville, MD 20785Security Deposits from $250

Electronic entry building system Free business center Free after school program Metro Accessible Bring in ad to rec.free app. fee per unit

# Occupants Maximum Income

1 $41,180

2 $51,600

3 $58,080

4 $64,500

*Income Qualications

**Limited Availability

*limitedtime offer

Spacious closets Lots of windows Minutes to Metro

Access to swimming pool

Temple Hills1brs $899*2brs $999*

Marlow Heights301.289.7565

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SOUTH POINTEAPARTMENT HOMES1 Bedrooms from..........$900*2 Bedrooms from........$1060*ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED

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(888) 450-3292Mon, tue, wed, thu 9-7 fri, sat 9-5 sun 11-5

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All uiliies paid No Securiy Deposi or move-in fees Merobus a fron door o Penagon& Van Dorn Mero

Free parking 24-hour 7-11 Convenien o Penagon,Shopping & I-395

Small pes welcome 6 Monh lease avail.

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Alexandria

Furnished Efciencies: $399 Wk $1470 MoCable Internet Utilities Housekeeping

ROOMMATES

CAPITOL HILL -- Share house, rooms for rent.$175 weekly.Minutes to downtown and metro.

Call 202-412-6783

Lorton- New Reno 2BR 1BA Bsmt Unit w/ pvtgarden Avail Immed. $550-$775+ Util. 703-307-0342 gomaricpa@aol.com

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Springfield/ Ft. Belvoir/WoodbridgeResponsible person to share 3 br house,$630 util.& cable incl., 703-919-4381

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EDITED BY TIMOTHY E. PARKER

Crossword WHERES THE BEEF?

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