I’ve spent the morning listening to Devendra Banhart because I still can’t believe I am missing his show at the 9:30 Club tonight. However, depression over such scenarios (ever having to miss a show) aside, I am celebrating the holiday in what has become a strange sort of tradition for me and my urban family. Kostume Karaoke, of course. We have done every birthday over the last year, Halloween, and anniversaries in the relative comfort of Solly’s U St. Tavern, and tonight will be no different.

I’ll be surrounded by my favorites, firmly grasping my PBR, and singing the night away. How are you spending the holiday?