“Pollywood Nights” Documentary Red Carpet Premiere
10 November 2010
Producer J. Carter premieres her freshman documentary “Pollywood Nights,” which delves into the lives of 4 Washingtonians and the fusion of celebrity, media, and politics in DC. Date: Friday, November 19 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Heritage Center Auditorium of the US Navy Memorial Museum: 701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC Attire: Black Tie Ticket/Pricing Information: [...]
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Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma!”
14 September 2010
Arena Stage is nearly ready to open its door to the new Mead Center for American Theater with the inaugural production of the 2010-2011 season, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma!” “Oklahoma!,” directed by Artistic Director Molly Smith, is the first show in the newly renovated Fichandler Stage, the iconic theater-in-the-round space of Arena Stage. Show information: [...]
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MARK OLSON
14 September 2010
A musical innovator who began his career as part of the alternative rock and folk band scene from the Midwest, Mark Olson was an instant critics’ darling. His early work with the Jayhawks as well as with Victoria Williams resulted in some of the best musical moments of that era and earned him lasting respect [...]
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WL Lists: 100 Most Invited 2010
08 September 2010
The September issue of Washington Life magazine features the return of its celebrated “100 Most Invited” list of capital luminaries whose presence can make or break any event.
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Habitat for Humanity Gala: “Thanks a Million! A salute to the life and service of our most famous volunteers – Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter” Gala
07 September 2010
Habitat for Humanity’s “Thanks A Million! A salute to the life and service of our most famous volunteers – Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter” will take place on World Habitat Day, Oct. 4th. The Gala will be part of the kick-off of a week of build activities engaging more than 1,000 volunteers in the revitalization of [...]
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Wine Class for Beginners (part 1): the Ultimate Sensory Experience
29 July 2010
September 23: Wine Class for Beginners (part 1): the Ultimate Sensory Experience ($49) This wine class is geared at people who would like to discover and understand the world of wine. GiraMondo has developed a proprietary methodology that helps anyone train his/her nose. We will go through a number of fun and educational activities to [...]
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United States Marine Corps Wind Ensemble
14 July 2010
Come escape to an entertaining afternoon of music featuring the United States Marine Corps Wind Ensemble on Saturday, August 21 at 2pm. As the only musical organization charged to perform for the President, “The President’s Own” views its rich history as a foundation for an even greater musical future. Whether in White House performances, public [...]
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Tigerlily Foundation 2nd Annual Gala
12 July 2010
This signature gala is an intersection of business leaders, young women, celebrity guests and survivors of breast cancer, with the evening focused on education, health and wellness. Keynote speaker will be Rep. Donna Christensen, D-VI and the evenings Guest of Honor will be Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz. About Tigerlily Foundation Tigerlily Foundation (Tigerlily) was founded [...]
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NEW DATE Aug. 11: Rose Festival and Class: Do French Do it Better? ($59)
09 July 2010
Please join the GiraMondo Wine Team for our famous Rosé Festival on August 11. Early birds to purchase tickets can take the 6:30pm class on rosé wines (how they are made, what are the main grapes, how they differ). At 7:00pm, the Festival will start and participants will get the opportunity to taste 15+ still [...]
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Summer Screenings
17 June 2010
The Renaissance Dupont Circle Hotel together with the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities will present Summer Screenings, a series of independent film screenings in conjunction with area film organizations. The Lounge at the Renaissance Dupont Circle Hotel will transform into an intimate and inviting theater allowing guests to discover thought provoking and engaging [...]
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Choral Music 101: A Guided Tour through Norman’s Choral Playlist
16 June 2010
Norman Scribner, conductor Norman Scribner guides you through the history of choral music with words and music; perfect for the novice or aficionado. Experience how choral music developed, transformed, and grew over the centuries. Date: Sunday, November 14, 2010 Time: 4:00pm Location: Kennedy Center Concert Hall Attire: Business Casual Ticket/Pricing Information: https://www.choralarts.org/Box-Office/Single-Tickets.aspx
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BACH AND MOZART
03 June 2010
Mark Hill, oboe Elena Urioste, violin Piotr Gajewski, conductor Bach’s charming Orchestral Suite No. 3 consists of stylized dance movements. Beginning with a long, vigorous and powerful overture, this work features the famous Air on the G String. Mozart’s Oboe Concerto highlights the soloist while also giving an almost equal voice to the orchestral accompaniment. [...]
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Gov 2.0 Expo
14 May 2010
Gov 2.0 Expo May 25 – 27, 2010 Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C. Day 1 – 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM Day 2 – 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Day 3 – 8:30 AM – 5:15 PM Brief Description: With the growing sophistication and volume of cyber attacks to critical U.S. infrastructure and the increasing [...]
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Recess Monkey in Concert
14 May 2010
BEAM YOURSELF UP TO RECESS MONKEY’S ‘THE FINAL FUNKTIER’ CD RELEASE SHOWS! FOUR SHOWS IN VIRGINIA & MARYLAND – JULY 10 – 13 “2009 in Review: These kids’ songs are … awesome! … There are bands you can’t go wrong with, and this is one of them.” – USA Today “RECESS MONKEY: If Seattle is [...]
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Recess Monkey in Concert
14 May 2010
BEAM YOURSELF UP TO RECESS MONKEY’S ‘THE FINAL FUNKTIER’ CD RELEASE SHOWS! FOUR SHOWS IN VIRGINIA & MARYLAND – JULY 10 – 13 “2009 in Review: These kids’ songs are … awesome! … There are bands you can’t go wrong with, and this is one of them.” – USA Today “RECESS MONKEY: If Seattle is [...]
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Recess Monkey in Concert
14 May 2010
BEAM YOURSELF UP TO RECESS MONKEY’S ‘THE FINAL FUNKTIER’ CD RELEASE SHOWS! FOUR SHOWS IN VIRGINIA & MARYLAND – JULY 10 – 13 “2009 in Review: These kids’ songs are … awesome! … There are bands you can’t go wrong with, and this is one of them.” – USA Today “RECESS MONKEY: If Seattle is [...]
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Recess Monkey in Concert
14 May 2010
BEAM YOURSELF UP TO RECESS MONKEY’S ‘THE FINAL FUNKTIER’ CD RELEASE SHOWS! FOUR SHOWS IN VIRGINIA & MARYLAND – JULY 10 – 13 “2009 in Review: These kids’ songs are … awesome! … There are bands you can’t go wrong with, and this is one of them.” – USA Today “RECESS MONKEY: If Seattle is [...]
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Beer Class for Beginners
14 May 2010
June 15: Beer Class for Beginners ($49) Want to learn more about beers? Already a beer aficionado? Looking for an informative beer education and tasting in DC to enjoy something other than the usual? Look no further! GiraMondo Wine will host a Beer Class for Beginners and topics covered will include: What is beer? How [...]
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Robert Ryman: Variations and Improvisations
13 May 2010
Enjoy rarely shown small-scale, white-on-white paintings made over the last 50 years by this celebrated artist, who focuses on the most basic components of painting. Ryman says, “I don’t abstract from anything… I am involved with real space…real light, and real surface.” Date: 06/05/2010 – 09/12/2010 Location: The Phillips Collection Ticket/Pricing Information: Please visit our [...]
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Pousette-Dart: Predominantly White Paintings
13 May 2010
See works from a pivotal interlude in Richard Pousette-Dart’s prolific career, when he merged drawing with painting in luminous and poetic works created nearly without paint. They continued to inspire him; as Pousette-Dart said, “white is something you endlessly return to.” Date: 06/05/2010 – 09/12/2010 Location: The Phillips Collection Ticket/Pricing Information: Please visit our website [...]
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Whole Foods Market, Friendship Heights – Lobster Dinner
13 May 2010
On May 18th Whole Foods Market will open its Friendship Heights location in Chevy Chase, MD! Come join us at this FREE event to celebrate: May 21, 2010 :: Lobster Dinner Taste delicious seafood samples and learn about the weekly special Whole Foods Market Friday Lobster Dinner. The launch of $18.99 Friday Night Lobster Dinner [...]
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Swingtime: The Fabulous Forties
06 May 2010
As the 1940’s swirl and explode around them, six diverse characters united by music and friendship swing into new identities. Evolving together or growing apart, they watch and sing as the world swings from depression to the brink of destruction and back again to a strange new prosperity. Written and directed by Tom Mallan with [...]
