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 THE PHILLIPS COLLECTION GALA
The Phillips transforms into a
19th century French boating
party, inspired by Renoir’s famous
painting, Luncheon of the Boating
Party. Proceeds to benefit the
museum’s education programs. The Phillips
Collection; 6:30 p.m.; black tie; $1,000; Contact
Allison Signorelli at 202-387-2151 ext 315. THE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
FOUNDATION CHILDREN’S BALL
Proceeds from this gala evening are
set to benefit the Kids Care Fund
at Children’s National Medical
Center. National Building Museum;
6:30; black tie; $1,000; Lisa Cantu at
301-565-4956. VITAL VOICES GLOBAL
LEADERSHIP AWARDS
Honoring female pioneers in the
fields of political, economic, and
social change. Past winners include
peace activists and presidents. Terrace
Theatre and Atrium, The Kennedy
Center; business attire; Contact Kalpana Simhan
at kalpanasimhan@vitalvoices.org CAPITAL AREA FOOD BANK’S 5TH
ANNUAL BLUE JEANS BALL
Wear your Lucky and Levis to raise
hunger awareness, although guests
will feel full – 30 local chefs will prepare
special dishes to feed the denim-clad crowd.
Marriot Wardman Park; 6 p.m.; blue jeans or
casual attire; $150; Contact Jane Richardson at
202-526-5344.
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 2008 SMITHSONIAN CRAFT SHOW
PREVIEW BENEFIT
The nation’s most prestigious
juried craft show and sale. 120
artists will exhibit everything from ceramics
to leatherworks to wearable art. National
Building Museum; 6:30 - 9:30 pm; business
attire; $175; Contact Heidi Austreng at
202-633-5006. GRAPES WITH THE APES
The Phillips transforms into a
19th century French boating
party, inspired by Renoir’s famous
painting, Luncheon of the Boating
Party. Proceeds to benefit the
museum’s education programs. The Phillips
Collection; 6:30 p.m.; black tie; $1,000; Contact
Allison Signorelli at 202-387-2151 ext 315. WASHINGTON TENNIS & EDUCATION
FOUNDATION TENNIS BALL
This year, the gala honors Andre Agassi
and Steve Case. Benefits help fund
junior tennis programs in the city. Hilton
Washington; 6:30 p.m. cocktail reception, 8 p.m.
dinner; black tie; $500; Contact Dianne Ferring
at 202-291-9888 ext. 220.ART & SOUL
Jazz vocalist Julia Nixon performs;
proceeds from the art auction will
benefit a family shelter and a youth group
home. The Music Center at Strathmore; 7 p.m.;
cocktail attire; $100; Contact Heather Buckman
at 301-365-4480 ext. 266.
 CATHEDRAL CHORAL SOCIETY’S
32ND ANNUAL GALA
The Phillips transforms into a
19th century French boating
party, inspired by Renoir’s famous
painting, Luncheon of the Boating
Party. Proceeds to benefit the
museum’s education programs. The Phillips
Collection; 6:30 p.m.; black tie; $1,000; Contact
Allison Signorelli at 202-387-2151 ext 315. |
2008 SALUTE TO THE PARKS DINNER