features ten designers, unique collections and special pricing on many of their most gorgeous gems. Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and valet parking. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Nov. 10 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; casualattire; 5550 The Hills Plaza, Chevy Chase, Md.;301-657-2144.

ZEGNA OPENING AT TYSON’S CORNER
When Ermenegildo Zegna hops a plane from Italy to open a new store, it’s officially a momentous occasion. An esteemed men’s clothier and international style symbol, Zegna will be WL’s special guest at this invitation-only evening. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.;Tyson’s Corner, McLean, Va.; casual attire; ContactJory Wood at 212-471-4908.

THE CORCORAN GALLERY OF ART’S 1869 SOCIETY GALA
The 1869 Society, named for the year the famed gallery and art school opened, hosts a fall gala with a theme of Natural Glamour in Black and White. The affair is exclusive (past events were only open to members donating at the sponsorship level). 7 p.m.; Corcoran Gallery of Art; member $70,VIP $100, non-member $85, non-member VIP$115; cocktail attire; Contact Allison Chance at202-639-1753.

2ND ANNUAL BLUES BALL WITH THE FRIENDS OF ST. JUDE          
Rocking band Burnt Sienna provides tunes, MK Catering serves up stylish sustenance and Elliot and Diane of radio station DC 101 host this evening of dancing, and fundraising for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. 8 p.m.; the Galleria atLafayette Center; $85; cocktail attire; Contact JoyDzurovcik at 703-486-4520.

SUITED FOR CHANGE
MaxMara invites you to bring in a gently worn women’s business suit and receive 25 percent off a coat from their Fall/Winter 2007 Collection. Offer lasts through Nov. 18. Proceeds benefit the Women’s Alliance. Participating boutiquesinclude MaxMara McLean, Va., MaxMara TysonsGalleria and The Collection at Chevy Chase; Visit www.thewomensalliance.org.

STARLIGHT STARBRIGHT TASTE OF THESTARS WINE DINNER
This “exclusive wine dinner” takes place at haute cuisinery Citronelle, where tastebuds are sure to tingle with good vino and viands. 7 p.m.;Michel Richard Citronelle; $1250;cocktail attire; Contact Tina McCormack at202-293-7827.

STARLIGHT STARBRIGHT ANNUAL TASTE OF THE STARS GALA
The party continues with dinner, dancing and live

and silent auctions to benefit Starlight MidAtlantic. 6:30 p.m. cocktails and silent auction; 8:30p.m. dinner and live auction, followed bydancing; 10:30 p.m. cigar lounge; Four SeasonsHotel; $400; black-tie; Contact Tina McCormackat 202-293-7827.

MODERN MANNERS AT THE
WASHINGTON FAIRMONT
The class, taught by “Protocol Expert” Carole Margaret Randolph, focuses on holiday manners in particular and includes all study materials and a delicious, formal, multi-course meal. 2 p.m.to 5: 30 p.m.; The Fairmont; $100 children; $175adults; business attire; ages 12 to 17; contactCarole M. Randolph at 301.881-9144.

WASHINGTON CRAFT SHOW PREVIEW
Be among the first to preview the 200 one-of-a-kind exhibits at the juried Washington Craft Show before it opens to the public. Enjoy the sounds of the acclaimed Levine Jazz Quintet, featuring a variety of jazz styles. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.;Washington Convention Center; $100; cocktailattire;
contact info@craftsamericashows.com.

BASKETBALL XIII GALA
This Children’s Charities Foundation’s 13th annual fundraising event includes a silent auction, cocktail reception, presentation of the “Stars for Children” awards and live entertainment. 7 p.m.; $500; Washington Hilton and Towers;black-tie; Contact Vivian Thompson Goldstein at410-923-0506.