Book Goes to the Dogs — and Vet’s Admirers

March 27, 2024

More than 200 Georgetowners gathered at Georgetown Veterinary Hospital on M Street to celebrate the release of Dr. Lee Morgan’s new book, “Four Thousand Paws—Caring for the Dogs of the […]

Save the Date: CAG’s Fall Fundraiser to Celebrate The Georgetowner’s 70th Anniversary on Sept. 20

March 25, 2024

Save the Date: The Citizens Association of Georgetown (CAG) will host its signature Fall Fundraiser Cocktail Party celebrating The Georgetowner’s 70th anniversary on Friday, September 20, at Coolidge House at […]

Coming Up: ‘A Growth Season’ for Arena Stage


“Shortly, in a few weeks,” said Hana S. Sharif at The Georgetowner’s March 21 cultural breakfast, “I’ll be announcing my first season.” Of her seven months as Arena Stage artistic […]

WPA’s ‘Together in Art and Community’ Nets $600K

March 21, 2024

The Washington Performing Arts welcomed around 400 guests to its annual gala, “Together in Art and Community” at the newly renovated National Museum of Women in the Arts on March […]

The Emerald Isle Shines in Washington


Always in time for St. Patrick’s Day, the Ireland Funds hosted its 32nd National Gala on March 13. An annual prestigious event that traditionally takes place at the National Building Museum, the gala featured remarks from […]

N Street Village Gala Nets $2 Million

March 14, 2024

With the support of sponsors and donors, N Street Village raised more than $2 million at its annual gala on March 7 at the Marriott Marquis. Long-time Board Chair Peter […]

Operatic ‘Renaissance Romances’ in McLean

March 7, 2024

The Washington Opera Society premiered a memorable operatic evening recently at the charming Carderock Falls Manor in McLean, Virginia. Robin Phillips served as the evening’s narrator, dressed in a grand costume […]

Dancing Into the Year of the Dragon 

February 21, 2024

The Diplomats of Dance Society hosted a Lunar New Year Celebration featuring Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company at the Arts Club of Washington on Feb. 10. The large gathering […]

Spring 2024 Gala Guide

February 14, 2024

 Spring is here! Prepare for Washington’s blooming social season with this gala guide featuring parties and events from late February through mid-June. We’ll update the list in real time as […]

Social Scene: Alvin Ailey Gala Raises $1.2 Million Plus 


On Feb. 7, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s annual Washington, D.C. Gala Benefit marked the company’s week-long engagement at the Kennedy Center during Black History Month. Approximately 550 guests raised […]