About Today: The Inauguration - With or Without a Ticket

Today In the Spotlight | More Topics |   from Jen Hubley I have really never seen anything like the excitement surrounding this inauguration. I mean, it's been eight years since we had a new president, so it's totally possible that I've forgotten how nuts everyone gets. But even my pals who can't stand Obama are scheming to get tickets to the inauguration.   In the Spotlight A Guide to Inauguration Events in Washington, DC Even if you can't get a ticket to the official festivities, there are tons of things to do in DC this weekend and next week. Here's what you need to know about all the events - both the ones you need a ticket for, and the ones that are open to all.              More Topics What Are the Chances of Surviving a Water Landing? Air Travel Favorite Cold Weather Cocktails Cocktails Plan Ahead for a Valentine's Day Getaway Honeymoons / Romantic Travel 8 Easy Tasks to Keep You Organized Personal Organizing Children's Books About Winter Children's Books Michelle Obama: First Lady of Style Celebrity Style Birds to Blame for Plane Crash Air Travel Inauguration Security This is an important list: My father, for example, has lost at least six "Leatherman" pocket tools because he forgot to leave them at home for secure events. At this point, we just get him eight or nine of them to go with his Christmas present.   Viewing the Inauguration Around the Region If I were in DC this week, I'd probably opt to watch the show with a smaller crowd. Someplace where snacks are served.     Sponsored Links   Best Moves in a Bad Economy Save & Invest the Right Way Find out how to beat a bear market, make smart choices, and keep your cool even when the economy is unpredictable. Today Ads Washington Airport DC Hotel DC Dining Restaurants and DC Art DC Advertisement     Visit Related About GuideSites: Arts & Entertainment Automotive Careers Citysearch Cities & Towns Computing & Technology Education Food & Drink Health & Fitness History Hobbies & Games Homework Help House & Home Industry & Business Magazines Money News & Issues Parenting & Family People & Relationships Religion & Spirituality Shopping & Style Small Business Sports Teens Travel Search About      Sign up for more free newsletters on favorite topics. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter as fpac.rangola@BLOGGER.COM. If you wish to change or remove your email address, please visit: http://www.about.com/nl/usgs.htm?nl=todaysl&e=fpac.rangola@BLOGGER.COM About respects your privacy. Our Privacy Policy. Our Contact Information. 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2008 About, Inc.