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On May 3, Marymount University held its annual student fashion show and reception. “Portfolio in Motion 2012” was presented by ...

On Wednesday, April 25, Streets of Georgetown and DC magazine celebrated DC magazine’s Men’s Issue and transformed their ...

The D.C. Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative held its spring event “Patriotic Arts Education Celebration Fete” at the Lincoln ...

At Virginia’s Gold Cup races, May 5, rider Ross Geraghty and trainer Joseph Delozier are awarded the Washington Fine ...

The L’Enfant Society hosted its annual “Ball on the Mall” on May 5. The event, co-chaired by Christian Gullott ...

On Apr. 30, Councilman Jack Evans presented the 2012 Duke Zeibert Capital Achievement Award from the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan ...

On Apr. 30, Councilman Jack Evans presented the 2012 Duke Zeibert Capital Achievement Award from the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan ...

The Kalorama-based Sitar Arts Center, almost entirely funded through private charitable contributions, showcased its enthusiastic arts students at the Corcoran ...

Leonard Lauder, Elise and Mark Lefkowitz and Saks Fifth Avenue hosted the Second Annual Great Ladies Luncheon and Fashion show ...

Family Matters, formerly Family and Child Services, celebrated its 130th anniversary May 3 at the National Museum of Women in ...

An international A List, headed by Empress Farah Pahlavi, her son Reza Pahlavi and his wife Yasmine, gathered in the ...

Adam Mahr, Kristin Manion and David Ochsman hosted Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United ...

Barbara Camens, president of Suited for Change, welcomed guests to Suited for Spring, a 20th anniversary luncheon held at the ...

The Ambassador of Mexico and Mrs. Veronica Valencia-Sarukhan, Washington Ballet Artistic Director Septime Webre and co-chairs Pilar Frank O’Leary ...

Meridian International Center was a logical venue on May 10 for the D.C. Arts Center to present the Herb ...

Mothers and daughters modeled Lilly Pulitzer’s spring and summer lines at a tea and fashion show benefitting Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic ...

Anthony Walker, artistic director and conductor of the Washington Concert Opera, presented "Samson et Dalila" at Lisner Auditorium May 13 ...

Recipient of the 2012 Regional Theatre Tony Award, the Shakespeare Theatre presented the tenth Will on the Hill, Speak the ...

The Trust for the National Mall held its fifth annual benefit luncheon on a sunny Thursday at the National Mall May 3. Former first lady Laura Bush, honorary chair of the Campaign for the National Mall, spoke to fellow supporters at the historic space, administered by the National Park Service.

Voto Latino's "Our Voices: Celebrating Diversity in Media" made a great start to the pre-parties surrounding the White House ...

The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium and Mrs. Jan Matthysen hosted a musicale on April 27 when Opera Camerata ...

GALA, the National Center for Latino Performing Arts, celebrated the Inter-American Year of Culture in collaboration with the Organization of ...

First Lady Michelle Obama served as Honorary Chair of the 2012 Smithsonian Craft Show. The April 18 Preview Night Benefit ...

Basking in the stellar reviews of Alice (in Wonderland), The Washington Ballet is partnering with Imagination Stage in Bethesda for ...

Stunning “showgirls” welcomed guests to the National Museum of Women in the Arts on Apr. 20 as Medstar National Rehabilitation ...

Ambassador of Japan Ichiro Fujisaki and Mrs. Fujisaki were the Honorary Diplomatic Chairs at this year’s WPAS Gala and ...

The Helen Hayes Tribute, sponsored by Jaylee Mead, was presented at the Warner Theatre on April 23 to Kevin Spacey ...

The parties before and after the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner, April 28, are at least half the fun of ...

We were almost late to the Washington National Opera premiere production of Giuseppi Verdi’s spectacular and inventive “Nabucco” last ...

Once again the Corcoran Gallery transformed into an exhibit gala of guests, dinner and dance for its 57th annual ball ...

The Mellon Auditorium glistened with red and gold as dancers celebrated the Washington Ballet's own premiere take on Lewis ...

Conrad Cafritz, Chairman of Modus Hotels, welcomed fortunate guests to a preview of Avenue Suites and the West End's ...

A kickoff reception at Café Milano was held April 17 to announce the co-chairs for the 2012 Knock Out Abuse Against Women fundraising dinner.

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This dignified, three-story Victorian, built around 1800, was the home of Sen. Robert ...

Hope Connections for Cancer Support marked its fifth anniversary at its Celebration of Hope Gala at the World Bank.  Founding ...

As Ambassador and Mrs. Sarukhan hosted supporters of Noche de Pasión 2012 at a special evening for the Washington Ballet ...

Mickey’s Backstage at Rivers at the Watergate and theatreWashington celebrated the 28th Helen Hayes Award nominees Apr. 9. Immersed ...

On Apr. 11, Ris restaurant hosted a media sneak peek of a multi-day event celebrating Iceland and its cuisine, spearheaded ...

Joan Bradley Wages, president and CEO of the National Women’s History Museum, which hopes to locate on the National ...

Down the rabbit hole took on new meaning with the pirouetting enchantress Maki Onuki as Alice, a slinky Red Queen ...

Under the patronage of honorary chairs Ambassador of Italy and Mrs. Claudio Bisogniero, the McLean Orchestra celebrated its 40th anniversary ...

With over 30 years of experience, Luigi Parasmo opened his own namesake salon in Georgetown last week. Parasmo, who was ...

The Washington Humane Society's 6th Annual Fashion for Paws took place at the National Building Museum in Washington D ...

The District is home to the nation’s highest percentage of urban green space. In fact, major parks like Rock ...

Joan Bradley Wages, president and CEO of the National Women’s History Museum, which hopes to locate on the National ...

On Mar. 31, supporters of the Georgetown University Medical Center gathered at the Kennedy Center for a cocktail reception buffet ...

The Washington Club was transformed into Wonderland on March 23 as guests enjoyed a preview performance from the Washington Ballet ...

Katy Nelson, Jill Collins and 94.7 Fresh FM’s Tommy McFly hosted a screening of Lady and the Tramp ...

The Prevention of Blindness Society (POB) of Metropolitan Washington held Eye on Low Vision at the Four Seasons Hotel on ...

The Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced the 2012 RAMMY award nominees at a reception at the downtown Ritz-Carlton ...

The Washington Concert Opera celebrated its 25th anniversary at a black-tie gala under the auspices of Ambassador of the Russian ...

On March 27, representatives of the Provence Wine Council stopped in Washington on their promotional tour of several U.S ...

Mayor Vincent Gray recently spoke at a breakfast program of the INFO Public Policy Roundtable series hosted by IFE Diplomatic ...

The Foundation Fighting Blindness (FFB), a national nonprofit dedicated to sight-saving research, honored Rep. Jerry Lewis (R-Calif.) and author Tom ...

N Street Village, the social services agency that provides shelter and support to homeless and low-income women, held its annual ...

Arlington Food Assistance Center's 2012 Benefit Reception focused on raising support for their Annual Fund while celebrating the successful ...

Chef Viktor Merényi of the Embassy of Hungary took top honors at the fourth annual Embassy Chef Challenge held March ...

Ambassador of Costa Rica Muni Figueres, the honorary patron at the Latino Student Fund’s 12th Annual Gala at the ...

In 1791, Pierre-Charles L'Enfant arrived in Georgetown on the evening of March 9 to begin work on the soon-to ...

In tune with D.C.'s cherry blossoms, Bonhams Auctioneers and Appraisers held a preview of some of the art ...

Georgetown House Tour 2012 leaders and volunteers as well as those opening their homes to the public for the April ...

The Library of Congress hosted "the Department of the Navy's Commemoration Honoring the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 ...

Choral Arts supporters, old and new, came out March 1 on an unexpectedly balmy evening to chase away the winter ...

The Washington Project for the Arts, a non-profit promoting excellence in contemporary art throughout greater Washington, celebrated its "Annual Art ...

The National Museum of Women in the Arts held a Feb. 23 opening reception for the current exhibit Royalists to ...

Ambassador and Mrs. Salem Al-Sabah celebrated the 51st anniversary of the National Day of the State of Kuwait and the ...

Set the scene at a local bank, plan a heist and throw a party a la movie, “The Thomas Crown ...

The Kennedy Center Concert Hall burst at the seams Feb. 29, as music lovers delighted in a rare Washington appearance ...

On Feb. 27, theatreWashington announced nominees in 26 categories for the 28th Helen Hayes Awards to be presented Apr. 23 ...

Some guests arrived rain soaked, but Ambassador Tan thanked Teresa and Nuri Yurt of Toka Salon for ensuring that models ...

Luckily, everyone came hungry and thirsty to the Fairmont on March 1, as the hotel unveiled its refurbished entertaining emporium ...

The first event for the Young Ambassador’s Council of The Children’s Inn at NIH raised nearly $30,000 ...

Maslenitsa, Orthodox Mardi Gras, was celebrated on Feb. 17 as The Ambassador of the Russian Federation and Mrs. Sergey Kislyak ...

After many years on the east side of town, it was a true celebration on Feb. 9, as Ward 2 ...

It was a Willy Wonka world as families enjoyed child-oriented festivities and high tea at the Four Seasons Hotel Feb ...

The Women’s Board of the American Heart Association Greater Washington Region held its 64th Annual "An Affair of the ...

The Washington Club’s sixth annual "Have a Heart" Luncheon honored the Georgetown Ministry Center Feb. 14 for outstanding and ...

The Book Room of The Jefferson hotel was the ideal setting to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Valerie Wilson Travel ...

The third annual Citizens Association of Georgetown art show debuted with a Feb. 16 reception at the House of Sweden ...

Disappointment that mezzo-soprano Susan Graham had a last-minute cancellation of her afternoon Kennedy Center Washington Performing Arts Society concert Feb ...

Cultural Tourism D.C. hosted its inaugural conference entitled "Arts, Culture, and Tourism: Strategies for Success," Jan. 26. The event ...

Les Dames d’Escoffier, a unique worldwide philanthropic society of professional women leaders in the fields of food, fine beverage ...

Cherished pets knew it was a special evening as they escorted their two footers to the 11th Annual Sugar & Champagne ...

The 55th Annual International Red Cross Ball drew ambassadors, politicians, military and the very well-heeled to Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago ...

The dress code for the 42nd Annual Russian New Year’s Ball, held in the Grand Ball Room at the ...

No stranger to Washington through his collaboration with The Washington Ballet, Trey McIntyre brought members of his Boise, Idaho-based company ...

The first anniversary of the Tunisian Revolution and Arab Spring was celebrated at the Kennedy Center on Jan. 9 with ...

No “official” business was conducted Jan. 18, as members of the Georgetown Business Association mingled at the historic George Town ...

Guests were greeted by a bagpiper as they arrived at The Arts Club of Washington on Jan. 20 to celebrate ...

For Washington antique lovers, the New Year launches with the Washington Winter Show (WWS) founded in 2009 by former Trustees ...

This Legacy Season concludes Norman Scribner’s tenure as Artistic Director of the Choral Arts Society of Washington, which he ...

Belgian Ambassador Jan Matthysen and Mrs. Matthysen recently celebrated the 20th season of the Institute for Education’s Public Policy ...

With a tongue-in-cheek invitation to “vote once, drink often,” Janet Donovan gathered media pals at chef Enzo Fargione’s newly ...

Internationally renowned jewelry designer Ann Hand hosted a holiday tea at her eponymous MacArthur Boulevard boutique Dec. 8 to celebrate ...

The University Club hosted the 22nd annual local authors night on Nov. 30. Former Secretary of Defense William Cohen and Thomas Friedman, journalist and political economist, were among the 40 authors represented.

The sixth-annual Georgetown Jingle was held at the Four Seasons Hotel on Dec. 11. The event, which benefits Georgetown University ...

On Dec. 7, Bernie and Janice Robinson opened their historic Capitol Hill home to honor the founding board of Hope ...

The presence of so many ambassadors at the Turkish Ambassador’s residence on Dec. 6 for The Ertegun Jazz Series ...

The 12 Days of Merriment kicked off Dec. 10 at the PNC bank parking lot around the intersection of Wisconsin ...

You know you got a hot party going on, when the Mayor of Washington, D.C., boogies until the last ...

The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) hosted a holiday party on Nov. 28 at Watershed, which renowned restaurateurs Todd and ...

Actor Kevin Kline joined Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) Artistic Director Michael Kahn at Sidney Harman Hall on Nov. 28 for ...

The Opera Camerata of Washington, D.C., brought an early holiday treat with the frothiest of operas under the patronage ...

WTOP’s “Man About Town” Bob Madigan announced the much awaited arrival of Santa and Rudolph for the 8th Annual ...

The Links, Incorporated, an international nonprofit service organization of professional women of color, recently hosted its 65th Anniversary in Washington ...

National Rehabilitation Hospital held the 25th Anniversary Gala Victory Awards at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel on Dec. 1. It ...

Deborah Kalkstein, with her dark hair and eyes, looks just as sleek as her modern, designer furniture, architecture and home ...

On Nov. 5 and 6, part of the Washington Convention Center was occupied, not by any protesters, but by the ...

On Nov. 14, Vice Skracic, Acting Ambassador of the Republic of Croatia, hosted a reception for invited guests, donors and ...

Ambassador of Hungary Gyorgy Szapary, a grandson of a former prime minister and descendant of a distinguished 16th century family ...

Italian Pied Piper Luigi Diotaiuti, the chef and owner of the Dupont Circle restaurant that celebrates the best of Italian ...

The National Women’s History Museum presented the de Pizan Honors in a gala celebration at the Ronald Reagan Building ...

If one could have spied on a singular event illuminating America’s awesome firepower in intelligence, surely it was the ...

On Nov. 17, The Georgetowner hosted its 2nd Annual Holiday Benefit and Bazaar presented by EagleBank. Residents, readers, and friends ...

EagleBank and Georgetown Media Group presented the 2nd Annual Georgetowner Holiday Benefit and Bazaar at the historic George Town Club ...

A bevy of beauties were accompanied down the stairs to the Ritz-Carlton ballroom on Nov. 10 by elegantly attired gentlemen ...

Fairmont hotels declared Nov. 12 as an “official” day to pay tribute to all things tea. “Get Steeped with Fairmont ...

The Washington Ballet heralded the always treasured holiday presentation of The Nutcracker, now celebrating its 50th season begun under WB ...

Ambassador of Luxembourg Jean-Paul Senninger and Mrs. Louise Akerblom hosted Arts for the Aging's 23rd Annual Benefit Gala at ...

Nearly 200 guests filled the House of Sweden on Nov. 3 for the annual Horton’s Kid’s Benefit Gala ...

Tony Award winning performer Melba Moore conquered her audience at the Jewish Community Center (DCJCC) in her Nov. 8 concert ...

FotoWeek DC kicked off with tasty food, drinks and dancing at the Corcoran Gallery of Art on Friday, Nov 4, 2011.

Volta Park on Volta and 33rd Streets was an sight of candy corn balloons, spider webs, cuddly creatures and coordinated ensembles.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure paid tribute to global leaders in the fight against breast cancer, including the late ...

On October 27th, just one block from the White House, the arts community and the medical community joined forces for Alzheimer’s Disease awareness. Dr. Dorree Lynn, celebrity psychologist and author of Sex for Grown Ups, headed the fundraising efforts at the art-enhanced event for USAgainstAlzheimer’s.

If the adults can do it, why not the kids, too? To benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Wells Dwiggins ...

Bonhams Auctioneers and Appraisers -- founded in London 1793 and one of the three biggest international auction houses -- has opened a ...

DC hotspot Josephine (www.josephinedc.com) unveiled its new interior decor to Washingtonians on Tuesday night with the launch of ...

The annual Chamber’s Choice Awards gala was held October 22. More than 1,300 of the Washington region’s ...

The Harman Center for the Arts Annual Gala celebrated Michael Kahn’s 25 years at the helm of the Shakespeare ...

Innocents At Risk and Airline Ambassadors hosted a Standup For Children Gala: An Evening in Old Havana on Oct. 19 ...

Now in its 62nd year, the Salvation Army’s Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Fashion Show drew an elegant crowd ...

The very definition of a non-profit is the opposite of many of the motives that drive most organizations. It is ...

The Sitar Arts Center in Kalorama embodies Patricia Sitar’s vision to provide arts education to the youth of Adams ...

The Smithsonian Women’s Committee held the Craft2Wear Advance Chance Party at the National Building Museum on Oct. 21. The ...

On Oct. 14, Denise Medved, founder of the Metropolitan Cooking & Entertaining Show, and Peter Smith, Executive Chef and Proprietor of ...

The 27-year old Helen Hayes Awards have been transformed into theatreWashington, the only organization dedicated solely to promoting, representing and ...

A fetching canine proffering a red rose graced the invitation to this year’s Love Ball with the question “May ...

Halloween in Georgetown is always a scene! Check out our photo gallery of some of the great costumes walking the streets of Georgetown, D.C.

Don’t Do What We Did is a Conversation About Online Dating With an Ex-Not-Quite Couple Who Met on the ...

Dr. James D’Orta, the current owner of the legendary N Street residence formerly home to Averell and Pamela Harriman ...

Audra McDonald touched hearts at the Washington Performing Arts Society’s opening season event at the Kennedy Center Concert Hall ...

On Oct. 6, store director of Louis Vuitton Chevy Chase Yasmine Abdo hosted Knock Out Abuse with 2011 event chair ...

Ambassador of the Russian Federation and Mrs. Sergey Kislyak hosted the American-Russian Cultural Foundation (ARCCF) for a special evening on ...

On Oct. 14, Susan and Michael Pillsbury welcomed friends to their stunning Georgetown home to celebrate the launch of Alexandra ...

The Alliance Française in DC hosted an Oct. 13 reception showcasing next year’s celebration of Belgian gastronomy. Annette Choynacki ...

The pop artist was also a pop editor. Andy Warhol's serious playfulness with the tabloid media, news and society ...

The 43rd Meridian Ball at the Meridian International Center off 16th Street gathered guests from the White-Meyer and ambassador-hosted dinners ...

Castle Hill Cider in Keswick, Virginia celebrated our Grand Opening on Oct. 2, 2011. We were graced with locals and ...

Georgetown has a stunning new retail addition with Brooks Brothers bringing sartorial elegance to the corner of 31st and M ...

Over 400 guests attended the 18th Annual Benefit and Auction for Nyumbani at the Ritz Carlton Hotel on Sept. 30 ...

The Women’s Committee of the Washington Ballet took to the dance floor to music by DJ Pitch One at ...

The Blessing of the Animals at St. John’s Georgetown Parish on O Street is always a joyous occasion. This ...

The Olney Ballet Theatre 20011 Gala celebrated 50 years of Mary Day’s Classic The Nutcracker, Sept. 17 OBT’s ...

On Sept. 15, The Embassy Series opened its new season with a series of moving tributes in conjunction with the ...

It is hard to believe that Last Kiss of Summer in support of Second Chance Employment Services recently held at ...

The centerpiece of Duncan Phillip’s collection has been returned to its original location in the Main Gallery to celebrate ...

Alan and Nancy Taylor Bubes opened their doors on a recent rainy evening to hail Georgetown Village. The soon to ...

Christine Warnke invited media pals to the City Tavern Club to meet actress Charlotte Ross, best known for roles in ...

The United States Navy Memorial's Lone Sailor Award is given to Sea Service veterans who have excelled with distinction ...

Bob Schieffer's 20 years as anchor of CBS News's "Face the Nation" -- which premiered November 1954 -- was applauded ...

With smart, strong women in the Fairmont Washington Hotel ballroom, the fight against breast cancer was on during Living in ...

On Sept. 11, there was a respite in a day of remembrance as Thai Ambassador and Ms. Nuchjaree Klongsungsorn welcomed ...

Sister Foundation co-hosted an international heart-healthy luncheon at the World Bank with the Embassy of Hungary and the Royal Danish ...

Having lost her mother Pat to late diagnosed lung cancer, Andrea Stern Ferris was determined to find a cure for ...

The International Eye Foundation celebrated its golden anniversary Sept. 18 at an Ambassadors Wine Tasting, hosted by Dr. and Mrs ...

While the words, "The Amazing Race," "Modern Family," "Mad Men," "The Good Wife" and "The Kennedys," read like chapter headings ...

The Choral Arts Society of Washington kicked off the "Legacy Season" of retiring founder and artistic director Norman Scribner at ...

On Aug. 15, members of WW&W hopped aboard a motor coach in Ballston. The first stop was Doukénie Winery ...

Fashion for Paws’ Tara de Nicholas and Jayne Sandman teamed up at Nectar Skin Bar and on Aug. 24 for ...

The opening of Opera Ultra Lounge.

A reception in honor of Amb. Andrew Young and Mrs. Carolyn Young on the occasion of the dedication of the ...

Downtown's newest nightclub with high ambitions opened Aug. 25 at 14th and Eye Streets, N.W. Opera Ultra Lounge ...

The League held an Aug. 10 Paws at the Park cocktail hour where canines and bipeds mingled on the patio ...

On a perfect summer evening, a near record crowd attended the GBA’s monthly reception held at the House of ...

People Animals Love invited supporters to join PAL volunteers at a Yappy Hour on Aug. 16 at Pete’s New ...

On Aug. 12, The Fairmont Washington held its Second Annual Green Fair in the sunlit Colonnade room. The hotel’s ...

The Washington Area Concierge Association themed its annual gala “Uncover Your Code” as guests converged at Barcode on Aug. 14 ...

As a prelude to a day-long forum at the Capitol Visitor Center where policy makers and academics discussed how our ...

Beating Washington’s killer heat was made easier on Aug. 4 as enthusiastic guests flocked to Morton’s in Georgetown ...

Kate Michael, online magazine founder of K Street Kate, celebrated the fifth birthday of her D.C. lifestyle blog, July ...

When the rain came in the middle of dinner, as predicted, few fled the covered patio, getting splashed nonetheless, for ...

Singapore celebrated its 46th National Day with an Aug. 2. party, which also honored its armed forces. Ambassador Chan Heng ...

Oklahoma is not the only play enjoying a return visit this season. Constellation Theatre Company is bringing back Ramayana based ...

On July 17, supporters of the Washington Animal Rescue League (WARL) raised their glasses as Board Chair Roger Marmet hosted ...

Amy and Brian Thomas held a cocktail reception on July 12 to introduce their new Georgetown beauty emporium. Guests toured ...

In anticipation of Washington Women and Wine’s triumphant return to France in 2012, on July 18 the group of ...

Back by popular demand, Happenstance Theater presented Manifesto! to rave reviews in this year’s Capital Fringe Festival. The setting ...

You know you have a tight group of business leaders, when at least 100 persons show up for your June ...

Less than six months since the biggest merger in online news history, AOL (America Online) chief executive Tim Armstrong and ...

Oklahoma is not the only play enjoying a return visit this season. Constellation Theatre Company is bringing back Ramayana based ...

Ambassador of Finland Pekka Lintu and Mrs. Laurel Colless hosted a farewell reception at the embassy on June 27 as ...

Ambassador of Turkey Namik Tan held a June 28 reception to celebrate the Washington Ballet’s upcoming cultural mission to ...

On June 30, Ambassador of Bulgaria Elena Poptodorova hosted a buffet dinner at her residence to introduce her diplomatic colleagues ...

Ambassador of Monaco and Mrs. Gilles Noghes celebrated the sixth anniversary of Prince Albert II’s accession to the throne ...

Comcast and NBC Universal celebrated the 15th anniversary of MSNNC on Thursday, July 7th, at America’s Square 300 New ...

On Wednesday, June 30, Ryan Zimmerman held this years 2nd Annual " A Night At The Park" which featured wonderful auction ...

On June 16, Honors Washington State Friends of the National Arboretum (FONA) held their annual cookout under a tent in ...

The National Museum of Women in the Arts held a select reception on June 17 to inaugurate Susan Swartz’s ...

The Merage Foundation for the American Dream, dedicated to helping immigrants join mainstream America, in association with the Woodrow Wilson ...

By now a pro on the book circuit, Carol Joynt was wearing her new hat having penned Innocent Spouse. She ...

As part of the ongoing celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the unification of Italy, on June 22 the ...

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants celebrated the tenth anniversary of their stellar arrival in our midst with a veritable bash at the ...

In the third of a series of year-long cooking demonstrations celebrating regional Italian cuisine, on June 25 Chef Luigi Diotaiuti ...

The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington’s 29th annual gala took place June 26 at the Marriott Wardman Park. Masks were ...

Volta Park pool opens its full summer schedule on June 21: Tuesday through Thursday, 1 to 8 p.m., public; Saturday and Sunday, noon to 6 p.m.; closed Monday.

Ford’s Theatre was aglow on June 5 as guests strode the red carpet for the Annual Gala. With Richard Dreyfuss as host, the performance was titled” Lincoln’s Legacy and a New Era of Hope.”

Given the vagaries of DC, Harry Truman recommended canine companionship and for the past 24 years that advice has been followed as the Washington Humane Society’s Bark Bark Ball draws ever larger crowds.

On June 3, Ambassador of India Meera Shankar in conjunction with The Nooristan Foundation hosted a Spring Soirée, “The Evening of Hope for Afghanistan.” The Nooristan Foundation is a volunteer, non-profit organization established in l999 to provide humanitarian, medical and education support for rural areas of Afghanistan.

Award winning Constellation Theatre celebrated its over the top season with a gala “Kick Up Our Heels & Toast to the Stars!” at The Washington Club on June 9. The evening’s silent auction had myriad goodies including costumes and props from the past season’s productions.

In conjunction with the current exhibit at the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA), on June 6 outgoing Co-Presidents of the Women’s Committee Cyd Everett and Isin Ludlow invited members to join them for a champagne brunch in the museum board room and the chance to touch the amazing jewels of Tiffany jeweler Paloma Picasso.

Curated by Claudi Carreras, C.EO presents submissions from 20 Latin American and European photographic collectives highlighting their countries’ major environmental concerns. The exhibition is presented by the Ministry of Culture of Spain, the Embassy of Spain and the Spain-USA Foundation in cooperation with the American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center and FotoDC as part of Spain Arts & Culture 20121 Program.

When it became necessary to postpone a June 3 fundraiser she planned to benefit Second Family, Inc., Shahin Mafi, Founder and Trustee of the Azar Foundation for Children of the World, invited her committee for dinner at La Ferme restaurant on June 2.

Jamaican Women of Washington (JWoW), an all volunteer organization of women dedicated to assisting underprivileged communities in the Caribbean and the DC area, held their 9th Annual Tea-Off to Good Health at the Four Seasons Hotel on June 12.

The stunning Luxembourg residence was the place to be on May 17 as Ambassador Jean-Paul Senninger and Mrs. Louise Akerbloom ...

May 19 was opening night of the Ballet’s season finale. The program began with David Palmer’s Passing Through ...

In celebration of the 150th anniversary of the unification of Italy, Ambassador Giulio Terzi di Sant’Agata and his staff ...

Members of the Women’s Committee of the Washington Ballet partied at Maziar Farvar’s Peacock Café in Georgetown to ...

Diplomatic author and former Georgetowner columnist Gail Scott hosted friends on May 22 as she bids farewell to her beloved ...

“A Night of Broadway Stars” was a gala event honoring Covenant House, the international organization which dedicates itself to helping homeless young people find work, homes and hope. It awarded its first “Lizzie” award to Mayor Vincent Gray, Covenant House Washington’s first executive director from 1995 to 2005.

D.C.'s Newsbabes lit up the Collonade Room May 17 at the Fairmont Hotel, all to benefit the fight against cancer, to meet friends and colleagues and to make some guys smile

The Georgetown Business Association held its monthly meeting, May 18, at one of D.C.'s oldest marketplaces, which has housed one of Georgetown's high-end food and wine businesses, Dean & Deluca, for almost two decades.

The aptly named luncheon and fashion show held at the Capital Hilton on May 11 supported the work of Suited ...

Ambassador Pekka Lintu and his wife Laurel Colless welcomed guests to their LEED certified embassy on May 6 to inaugurate ...

The sun shone down on May 12 as guests joined Eivind Bjerke and his son-in-law Hans Kalset to inaugurate their ...

Georgetowners treasure their “village” and nowhere is the spirit more prevalent than the greenery that abounds under the watchful eyes ...

Old Angler’s Inn was resplendent on May 5 as over 150 guests gathered for a fashion show luncheon where ...

The City Tavern Club was jumping on May 4 as guests gathered for Pearls of Purpose supporting Fair Fund and ...

The Georgetown University Medical Center held its first annual event to support new cures and treatments for neurological diseases on ...

Diana Bulger made certain that everything was perfection in the glorious Colonnade at the Fairmont Washington, DC on May 14 ...

3rd Anniversary runway show and benefit.

DC event planner Andre Wells hosted a Bagatelle style brunch bash on May 1. Lincoln restaurant was transfomred into an ...

The 86th running of the world famous Virginia Gold Cup steeplechase race, Saturday, May 7, 2011 at Great Meadow in ...

Shakespeare Theatre Company’s 9th Annual Will on the Hill

Woodrow Wilson House annual Garden Party on May 11th.

After a few preview parties, Sax, the new haughty, naughty restaurant in the old Posh space at 730 11th Street ...

On Apr. 26, Keith Lipert invited special pals to his eponymous boutique on M Street for a Spring Clearance Party ...

Puro Cafe celebrated the opening of their patio with a wine tasting on Apr, 27. Owner Rashid Hassouni invited members ...

Colombian Ambassador and Mrs. Gabriel Silva threw open the doors of their stunning Dupont Circle residence on Apr. 29 to ...

Despite the rather chilly temperature, there was joy in the air on Book Hill behind the gloriously restored Georgetown Library ...

Never failing to impress, the 56th Annual Corcoran Ball -- hosted by Tammie Collins -- shone through rich colors, classic settings and ...

The Georgetown Business Association celebrated its new media outlet -- "Out & About" -- a venture with the website, Georgetown Dish, in Cady ...

The Georgetown House Tour is one of the most historic events to happen in Georgetown and with sponsors such as Washington Fine Properties, this years House Tour remained a huge success. Washington Fine Properties was once again the sole corporate benefactor of this years event, and with their help, St. John's Church can continue their mission of supporting the members of this community.

The parties before and after the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner at the Washington Hilton, April 30, grabbed the attention ...

The weather outside was frightful but inside Al Tiramisu restaurant on Apr. 16, it was only sunshine and Italian cuisine ...

Susie Dyer and Liza Marshall co-chaired the Fifth Annual Celebration of Hope Gala supporting The Wellness Community of Greater Washington ...

On Apr. 4, members of Washington Women and Wine held a Wine, Women and Shoes “Shop til You drop” Spring ...

Now in its third year and growing exponentially, Cultural Tourism DC’s Embassy Chef Challenge was a hit at the ...

On Apr. 6, the Sitar Arts Center in Adams Morgan, a multidisciplinary arts education haven for children and youth predominantly ...

The D.C. Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative gathered in La Maison Française at the French Embassy, April 8, to ...

Leadership Greater Washington celebrated its 25th birthday at the Newseum, April 12, as members of different years reunited. The impressive ...

The N Street Village Gala, always a joyous and easy-going affair, celebrated the powerful women of the nation's capital ...

Ladies, hurry up and drop off those old prom dresses at Ella Rue. The boutique, owned by Krista Johnson, will ...

Cherries were on every menu at the fifth annual Pink Tie Party at the Mayflower Hotel, March 23. As part ...

On Mar. 22, The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington announced the finalists for this year’s awards which will be presented ...

Lima has been declared the Gastronomic Capital of Latin America and that distinction was most evident at the Organization of ...

The Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington (POB) celebrated 75 years of sight-saving services and community programs at its ...

On Mar. 29, The Foundation Fighting Blindness (FFB) held the 9th Annual “For the Love of Sight” Visionary Awards Dinner ...

On Mar. 30, Ambassador Arturo Sarukhan proudly introduced Mexico’s newest culinary star Patricia Jinich as the “culinary ambassador to ...

The YMCA held its spring luncheon on Apr 2 at Café Milano. Gwendolyn Russell welcomed guests. Executive Director Norris Woods ...

Ambassador of India Meera Shankar and her husband Ajay Shankar served as Honorary Chairs of the WPAS annual auction and ...

Eight interior designers have used jewelry as their inspiration for room styles and decorations for the Washington Design Center's ...

2011 Leukemia Ball.

At the National Building Museum on March 16th.

The Citizens Association of Georgetown joined with Boffi, the high-end kitchen and bathroom showroom on M Street, and neighborhood chefs ...

Approaching the Ides of March, it seemed so many friends and colleagues were celebrating their birthdays: Victoria Michael of VM ...

On Mar. 8, Gala, The National Center of Latino Performing Arts, celebrated its 35th anniversary season. The evening honored enduring ...

The Latino Student Fund (LSF) held its 11th Annual Gala at the Organization of American States of Mar. 9. LST ...

President of the Women’s Committee of the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) Cyd Everett presented a ...

On Mar. 18 Marsha Ralls celebrated 20 years and 20 artists at her Georgetown gallery. John Blee’s Orchard Mist ...

Supporters of Second Family, Inc. (SFI) gathered upstairs at Café Milano on Mar. 18 at a dinner honoring Shahin Mafi ...

The 2011 Gala for the Catholic Charities Spanish Catholic Center in Washington was held at the Organization of American States ...

First Lady Dolley Madison was one of the first Washingtonians to realize the value of a good gala. Today a wider range of gala patrons are on the scene, from ambassadors and businessmen to social media mavens and corporations. But the point of the party remains the same: good times for good causes. Here is a list of The Georgetowner's most anticipated galas this season.

The Georgetowner and Downtowner newspapers held their Spring Arts Preview Part at the Daily Grill in the Georgetown Inn, Feb ...

In preparation for their 40th Anniversary Concert Celebration which raised $500,000 for the Duke Ellington School of the Arts ...

On Feb. 28, the 2011 Helen Hayes Awards Nominations were fittingly announced in the Helen Hayes Gallery at the National ...

On Mar. 1, The Fairmont Washington, D.C. held its 5th annual Sip & Sample event showcasing wedding and social trends ...

To benefit Childhelp on Feb 22, 2011

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The Washington Ballet recently presented Rock & Roll at Sidney Harman Hall. The program opened with Trey McIntryre’s High Lonesome ...

On Feb. 16, the L’Enfant Society chose Cities on 19th Street to host the 2011 Ball on the Mall ...

The Washington National Opera’s Women’s Committee hosted the Midwinter Fiesta, Oaxaca: Land of Magic and Color, on Feb ...

The Board of Trustees of the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) and Bank of America held an ...

National Rehabilitation Hospital (NRH) held its 2nd Annual Last Vegas Nights Benefit on Feb. 18 at the National Museum of ...

The Georgetowner hosted its 2nd Annual Photo Competition at Farmers and Fishers with a fabulous spread and photo exhibit. Guests received post cards of top entries including the winning image by Jeff Kouri.

K Street Kate celebrated her latest accolades at The Mighty Pint on Jan 18 after being named "DC's Favorite ...

The Tenth Annual Sugar & Champagne Affair, the brainchild of Chef Todd and Ellen Gray of Equinox Restaurant, took place at ...

The theme of this year’s Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington’s 2011 gala, Carnevale da Cuisine, was announced at ...

Shen Yun Performing Arts opened its return tour to the Kennedy Center with a by invitation program on Jan. 25 ...

Andre Wells is at the center of glitzy fundraisers, expensive weddings, and corporate parties. And that’s when he’s not scoping out the hottest hotels and restaurants.

But a glamorous life comes loaded with responsibility. DC's hottest events planner discusses how he thrives when little separates a messy disaster from a memorable spectacle, and much more.

On Nov. 18, Teresa and Paul Klaassen hosted Kitty Kelley and The Women’s Forum of Washington DC for a ...

The Junior League of Washington (JLW) launched its 52nd Annual A Capital Collection of Holiday Shops at the Marriott Wardman ...

Rebecca Klemm purchased a Georgetown scavenger hunt for 30 happy hunters as an auction item at the 2009 Citizens Association ...

Philanthropist and businesswoman Sheila Johnson was honored at the Unique Learning Center’s Model of Excellency Dinner at the Marriott ...

The Women’s Committee of The Washington Ballet held the first annual Sugar Plum Bazaar at the Ballet Studio on ...

Barbara McConaghy Johnson and Staci Capuano co-chaired Runway en Relevé Troisieme, the third annual fundraising fashion event of the Women’s Committee of the Washington Ballet at Bloomingdale’s Chevy Chase, on Nov. 12. Company dancers, with members of the Women’s Committee, Board of Directors and Jeté Society, modeled fashions capturing the 60’s look of Mad Men. The evening’s Parisian theme heralded Jackie Kennedy’s triumph of European fashion and diplomacy. The raffled “Grand Prix” was a Las Vegas package highlighted by a stay at the Cosmopolitan Hotel, the newest member of the Marriott Autograph Collection.

D.C. fundraisers are often de rigueur, but “Knock Out Abuse” kicked it up several notches.

The invitation to the November 11 event showcased a design by Shepard Fairey, the creator of President Obama’s iconic “HOPE” portrait. Over 700 women celebrated the ultimate girls’ night out—beaming as men cooed through a megaphone, piling in photo booths, and conga dancing their way into a stunning Ritz Carlton ballroom.

24th Annual Lombardi Gala was held on November 6 at The Washington Hilton at 6:00 p.m.

Fight Night for children took place the Hilton Washington on November 11 at 6 p.m.

Foto Week DC as held at various galleries throughout Washington DC November 6-13.

The Love Ball supporting the work of the Montgomery Country Humane Society, an event “for everyone who loves animals,” was held at the Hyatt Regency Bethesda on Nov. 13. Clearly many people fit that description. They were accompanied by canines on their best party manners, many garbed in festive attire—elegant doggie coats, tutus and other fabulous creations. Nary a bark was heard at the seated dinner hosted by Holly Morris of FOX 5 Morning News with special guests Aly Jacobs of MIX 107.3, 9 NEWS NOW at Noon anchor JC Hayward and Angie Goff of WUSA9 TV. As one speaker refreshingly noted, “protecting our animal friends crosses all political lines.

The 17th Annual Knock Out Abuse Against Women Gala took place at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel on Nov. 11. Andrea Roane of W*USA 9 emceed. This year honored television pioneer and Daytime Emmy Lifetime Achievement Award winner Agnes Nixon with the Aggie Award for her lifetime contribution of bringing social issues to the forefront of America’s consciousness. New York Times best selling author of Crazy Love Leslie Morgan Steiner was the keynote speaker. KOA was co-founded by Jill Sorensen and Cheryl Masri to help women and children suffering from domestic violence. Activist and philanthropist Sarah Guinan Nixon chaired the evening, hailing it as “a true celebration of the power of women to effect change for the most vulnerable women and children in our community.” What 17 years ago began as a dinner party among 20 friends has raised close to $7 million and is today a city-wide celebration of 750 women.

Shahin Mafi and Mona St. Leger co-chaired the National Rehabilitation Hospital’s Nov. 10 Gala Victory Awards at the Organization of American States. The evening featured a buffet of North and South American specialties as well as silent and live auctions which included a Thanksgiving dinner for 10 provided by Windows Catering Company, an air combat mission and a week for two at the Half Moon in Jamaica. This year’s recipients of the Victory Awards celebrating exceptional strength and courage in the face of physical adversity were Cheryl Douglas, a quadruple amputee as the result of a rare bacterial infection, and Tim Strachan, who suffered a spinal core injury during a beach accident before his senior year in high school. He praised the staff at NRH for instilling “the belief that you can move on despite a disability.” He went on to say “you give a gift.”

Washington Women & Wine wisely decided to salute the organization’s 11th anniversary on Nov. 8 by “Dining with Dionysius” at Kellari Taverna. Emmy Award winning news anchor and film maker Mike Walter was the master of ceremonies. His film entitled Breaking News, Breaking Down, winner of the 2010 Cannes Independent Film Festival, explores how journalists pursue breaking news, from 9-11 to Katrina, without forethought of how it impacts them personally. He quipped that a sequel might be entitled Drinking Wine, Feeling Fine. Guests enjoyed a true Greek banquet paired with a special selection of the finest classic Greek wines. The organization now numbers 300 members who enjoy an array of special events including visits to vineyards locally and abroad. Executive Chef Anthony Acinapura said “I’m either cooking or on the phone getting fish here--out of the water to the airport.”

Elizabeth Gaither and Jared Nelson were the star-crossed lovers in The Washington Ballet’s Nov 4. performance of Shakespeare’s, Prokofiev’s and Septime Webre’s Romeo + Juliet at the Kennedy Center. The production launched the 2010-2011 season – UNTAMED! At a post-performance reception for Balletomane Society members held at the Guarisco Gallery, Artistic Director Septime Webre thanked the dancers. He spoke of the magic times when ballet, choreographer and music all come together and said “we are transported and we had those moments tonight.” He concluded “Romeo and Juliet is about love. Please raise your glass to love.”

Georgetowner Nina McLemore threw open her doors on Oct. 20 to host a fashion show and sale of her latest ...

On Oct. 21, Sitar Arts Center hosted student led tours and then moved to the Meridian International Center for a ...

This year’s Honorary Chef Ris Lacoste hosted a VIP reception on Oct. 26 at her acclaimed restaurant highlighted by ...

Melanne Verveer, Ambassador-at-Large in the Office of Global Women’s issues, was unable to attend the Oct. 28 reception and ...

The special show and sale of jewelry and wearable art Craft2Wear opened with an invitational Advance Chance Party on Oct ...

On Oct. 21, The Georgetowner hosted a happy hour at Ris, celebrating the launch of chef and restaurateur Ris Lacoste ...

Alfred Wertheimer was the guest of honor at a party put on by Govinda Gallery in John Dreyfuss’s studio ...

Girls inc Gala was held October 28th.

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton celebrated her 63rd birthday at Peacock Cafe, Oct. 26, with her husband. President Bill Clinton ...

Capitol File celebrated its fifth birthday at the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Oct. 20, and saluted fashion guru Tim Gunn ...

The annual NIAF Gala in Washington, DC is an opportunity to recognize and honor Italian Americans and Italians in business ...

On October 27 Jack Evans invited residents of ward 2 to a birthday party.

Over 200 supporters of Dress for Success gathered at an 8th anniversary celebration luncheon at the J. W. Marriott on ...

We always knew we could do it . . . again. The Citizens Association of Georgetown boogied down at the Russian Embassy for ...

Fashion lovers gathered October 15 for this year's cutting edge presentation "Raw," which celebrates fashion as not just a ...

The 7th Annual Living in Pink luncheon and boutique, benefiting breast cancer research, was held at the Washington Fairmont on ...

The DC Jazz Festival held its Annual Benefit Gala at the Embassy of Italy to celebrate the Festival and to ...

The Plains, Virginia October 16 held the International Gold Cup. With six races and purses ranging from 10,000 to ...

A screening of the film on foster care "From Place to Place," was held at St. John's Church parish ...

The spirit was alive and well as Niloo and David Howe hosted supporters of the Georgetown Ministry Center at their ...

The American-Russian Cultural Cooperation Foundation chaired by The Honorable James Symington celebrated Kennedy Center President Michael Kaiser for his commitment ...

It was a glorious evening of song at the Kennedy Center on Oct. 4 as the 2010 Thelonious Monk International ...

On Oct. 8, The Opera Camerata of Washington, now in its 20th anniversary season, presented Franz Lehár’s The Merry ...

Over 100 private donors poured through the Georgetown Neighborhood Library on Oct. 5 for the first major preview of the ...

The D.C. Children’s Law Center held its 10th Annual Helping Children Soar benefit at the Kennedy Center, Sept ...

The Wolf Trap Ball is held on the magnificent stage at Wolf Trap’s Filene Center – one of the largest ...

The Shakespeare Theatre Company hosted The Harman Center for the Arts Annual Gala on Oct. 3. Helen Lee Henderson accepted ...

Last Kiss of Summer, a special event in support of Second Chance Employment Services, took place at the Four Seasons ...

The Meridian International Center, celebrating its 50th anniversary, did it up right Oct. 1 with its 42nd Meridian Ball that ...

On Sept, 28, a few intrepid men joined several hundred women bedecked in red feather boas at 701 Restaurant for ...

The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary of Washington, DC, held its 61st annual luncheon and fashion show at The Ritz-Carlton ...

The Women’s Committee of the Washington Ballet celebrated the upcoming season “Untamed” with a wine infused jewelry sale by ...

Annual party to benefit the Go Bo Fund. Georgetowners came out in their New Jersey attire for this annual themed ...

Leilane Mehler founded the Bravissimo Society to assist young singers in our region through an awards competition, which will conclude ...

The Washington National Opera raised the curtain on its 55th season, Sept. 11, but not before the Kennedy Center audience ...

J. McLaughlin, the M Street shop for cool prepsters, hosted a benefit for CURE Epilepsy, Sept. 14. Founder Susan Axelrod ...

Fashion writer Pamela Burns and photographer Robert Devaney hit the streets with the rest of DC's fasionistas for Georgetown ...

The first of three Capital City Ball launch parties was held on Aug. 12 at Mie N Yu. The event ...

Harry Shearer, best known for his voice work on “The Simpsons” and his role in “This is Spinal Tap,” is ...

Several adoptable felines joined the usual canine contingent for a Fashion for Paws (F4P) event at One80 Salon on Aug ...

John Legend is an established presence in D.C. He is known for his support of President Obama and joined ...

We Will Survive Cancer (WWSC) was founded in 2009 by a group of concerned family, friends and colleagues who have ...

“I’ve been living for this since January,” said Lorraine Burns of Arlington, who had requested tickets for “Antiques Roadshow ...

On July 18, the Washington Animal Rescue League (WARL) took over the Cabinet Room at the Old Ebbitt Grill for ...

The Georgetown Business Association invited historical figures Abigail Adams, wife of President John Adams, and Benjamin Stoddert, Secretary of the ...

Rebecca Klemm holds a PhD in statistics and has taught students, judges and juries via storytelling. The Georgetown resident is ...

Art enthusiasts and supporters gathered at the Corocoran Gallery of Art Thursday to view Corcoran’s newest exhibition, “Chuck Close ...

This year’s celebration of the fifth anniversary of the reign of Prince Albert II of Monaco was particularly festive ...

Children Uniting Nations (CUN) is a proactive organization created to bring attention to the plight of at-risk and foster youth ...

Ambassador of France Pierre Vimont welcomed guests to his residence on May 14 for a Spring Soirée Nooristan Foundation benefit ...

Tony Award winner Chita Rivera headlined The Washington Performing Arts Society annual gala at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel on ...

WTOP’s Man About Town Bob Madigan emceed Tickled Pink VII, a mother/daughter afternoon tea and fashion show to ...

Lani Hay, president and CEO of Lanmark Technology, hosted a dinner party for Michelin three-star mixologist and author Brian Van ...

The new Safeway store on Wisconsin Avenue had a gala debut May 5, as Georgetowners and others were treated to ...

It was packed, it was hot and it was pink (yeah, baby). The second annual Newsbabes Bash for Breast Cancer ...