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The time has come to turn 51. And so celebration ensues—in the city, with friends.

Last minute plan refactoring required use of a federal style rental vehicle. You see, nobody has any kids left at home, and so cars no longer fit six in one go! (Unless you count the one Eli “borrowed” and took to Wisconsin.)

Das Rental Beast

Special last licks at Le Dip while Baker Bob remains in power (a one week reprise before retirement really kicks in).

Amy strikes her best Vanna pose by the bread at Le Diplomate

Larry Kilbourne is a master (and a philosopher to boot)

Fois gras parfait (huckleberry)

Then a play at Studio Theater. The Hard Problem is written by my friend Tom about the philosophy of my friend Dave. The play is very good if you can ignore the god coincidence nonsense.

Stage set at Studio Theatre for The Hard Problem

And then the crowning glory of the evening, drinks at the venerable Columbia Room in the secret booth. Thanks Dante!

Cocktail time!

Woman themed drink menu

Inspired by many of these incredibly great bartenders

Is that you Audrey?

A cocktail inspired by Becky Harris from Catoctin Creek

Yo! Forty Year Old Calvados

Last delicious licks

A perfect evening.