WL Sponsored: The Opera Serenades its Maestro
10 May 2011
Susan Lehrman and the Embassy of China hosted the Washington National Opera’s signature annual benefit and also honored Placido Domingo for his long service.
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Innocents at Risk Reception & Screening of “Taken”
16 June 2009
Screening of “Taken” Starring: Liam Neeson and Maggie Grace Directed by: Pierre Morel Hosted by: Innocents at Risk Sponsored by: The Capitol City Ball Monday, June 29th 6:30 p.m. – Welcome Reception in the Courtyard with wine and heavy hors d’ouevres 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Screening of Taken 9:00 p.m. – Q &A Letelier Theater (behind Cafe Milano) 3251 Prospect Street NW, Ste 500 Washington, DC 20007 Proceeds from this event will [...]
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The 2008 Ambassador’s Ball
01 October 2008
Ambassador of Ireland Michael and Marie Collins Location: The Washington Hilton WL SPONSORED – Photos by Tony Powell THE DIPLOMATS DANCE: The Ambassadors Ball has long been an informal “coming-out party” for newly arrived diplomats, a major affair with a lavish auction and a swing band after dinner to benefit the Multiple Sclerosis Society. This year’s 30th annual [...]
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Farewell to Ambassador Ushakov
01 June 2008
Russian Amb. Yuri Ushakov, Anna Maria Via, and Svetlana Ushakova Location: The Russian Embassy Photos by Kyle Samperton THE EVENT: A colorful celebration of Russia’s national day and an unofficial going away party for Ambassador Yuri Ushakov and his wife Svetlana, who returned to Moscow in June after nearly a decade of service. THE GUESTS: French Amb. Pierre [...]
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Farewell to Ambassador Fahmy
01 June 2008
Mel Estrin, Rep. Jane Harman, and Egyptian Amb. Nabil Fahmy Location: The Source Photos by Tony Powell THE EVENT: Samia and Huda Farouki hosted a dinner in honor of departing Egyptian Ambassador Nabil Fahmy and his wife Nermin, who will return home this summer after nine years and many contributions to the city. THE GUESTS: Albert and [...]
