Lavanya

The designer had created her first line of clothing 'Lavanya' in 1990 which gave her instant recognition in India as well in the international markets.

India eNews 2008

Lavanya Ramanathan: There are a lot of great fall festivals, with farm animals, hayrides and more.

Going Out Guide: Rustico Oktobeerfest, Corn Maze in the Plains and more Post 2010

Lavanya: You can find the fingerprints of street artist Kelly Towles all over D.C. (his most recent mural is a biggie at W and 12th streets NW).

Inglourious (Crafty) Bastards: Highlights from Saturday's fest Lavanya Ramanathan 2010

Lavanya: I wrote about the scrappy Kristina Bilonick in the Weekend section last year as part of a look at Crafty Bastards and the alt-craft movement.

Inglourious (Crafty) Bastards: Highlights from Saturday's fest Lavanya Ramanathan 2010

Lavanya Ramanathan: There are cool places near Liv and I can't help but think about summer drinks.

Going Out Guide: Where to shell out for oysters in D.C. 2011

Lavanya Ramanathan: Chrysalis Vineyards in Middleburg has one of the prettiest views, and it even has a kids area and room for picnicking and, if I recall correctly (so much wine), grilling.

In Washington, kid-friendly entertainment abounds beyond the National Mall Post 2010

Help arrives in today's Weekend section: Lavanya Ramanathan gets tips from several local pros to help you take great photos.

Weekend update: Shutter secrets 2011

Lavanya Ramanathan: You don't actually have to rule out happy hour.

The head of the glass Post 2011

That takes you through the day's scheduled programming, but check out Lavanya and Brandon's post from Tuesday for pre - and post-rally fun.

Sanity/Fear schedule unveiled ... sort of Alex Baldinger 2010

Lavanya Ramanathan: I can speak to the Archives screenings in general.

Oscar shorts advice, in brief Post 2011