8th Annual DC Walk To End Lupus Now. We will walk down Pennsylvania Avenue, NW starting at 12th street down to the Capitol and back. It is approximately 1.5 miles total, but you can turn around at any point and not walk the entire distance. We walk rain or shine! No fees. Registration is required. | |
Who: | Lupus Foundation of America, DC/MD/VA Chapter and thousands of Washington, D.C. supporters |
When: | Saturday, April 19, 2014Check-in time: 8:00am ETStart time: 9:00am ET |
Where: | 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. (between 13th and 12th St. N.W.)Washington, D.C. |
For more information, contact Brian Wachtel by email at bwachtel@lupusdmv.org or phone at (202) 787-5380.
About the Lupus Foundation of America:
Lupus is an unpredictable and misunderstood autoimmune disease that ravages different parts of the body. It is difficult to diagnose, hard to live with and a challenge to treat. Lupus is a cruel mystery because it is hidden from view and undefined, has a range of symptoms, strikes without warning, and has no known cause and no known cure. Its health effects can range from a skin rash to a heart attack. Lupus is debilitating and destructive and can be fatal, yet research on lupus remains underfunded relative to diseases of similar scope and devastation.
The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) is the only national force devoted to solving the mystery of lupus, one of the world’s cruelest, most unpredictable and devastating diseases, while giving caring support to those who suffer from its brutal impact. Through a comprehensive program of research, education, and advocacy, the Foundation leads the fight to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus.
Del Campo’s One Year Anniversary Tango Party
On April 22, Del Campo will celebrate its one year anniversary with a blowout party featuring food, drinks and live tango entertainment. Dancing shoes recommended.
- Tuesday, April 22, 7-10pm
- Tickets $55/person
- Reservations can be made at 202-289-7377 or by e-mail at events@delcampodc.com.
Shop and celebrate in style:
- Shop a modern and edgy selection of jewelry, handbags and apparel from emerging designers with an exclusive promotional discount just for the Pop Up Shop;
- Indulge in an open bar with beer, wine and the special STYLECABLE Pop cocktail and try tasty treats from local DC vendors;
- Glam it up with a lip bar and lash bar from Nival, a luxury salon and spa;
- Enjoy great music from a live DJ;
- Show off your style with friends in the fun photobooth;
- An exclusive VIP Gift Bag featuring products from luxury lifestyle brands.
ABOUT STYLECABLE:
STYLECABLE is a curated online shopping experience that offers a unique mix of modern and edgy pieces by emerging fashion designers. It is a platform where designers can share their stories and inspirations and connect with customers. Reminiscent of shopping in a trendy London market or a luxury boutique in Hong Kong, STYLECABLE offers intelligent aesthetics, clean silhouettes, and customized selections. STYLECABLE is proud to be based in Washington, DC and is a member of1776, DC’s startup hub. www.STYLECABLE.com
On Thursday, April 24th, diners across the Washington metro region will join hundreds of thousands of others from across North America to stand up against HIV/AIDS, cancer and other life-challenging illnesses by sitting down at restaurants participating in this year’s Dining Out for Life® fundraiser. More than 100 area restaurants have pledged to contribute 25% to 100% of that day’s proceeds to benefit Food & Friends’ clients living with HIV/AIDS, cancer and other life-challenging illnesses throughout the National Capital Region.
Where: Food & Friends is thrilled to have more than 100 restaurants on board, including those that are donating their entire evening’s proceeds to Food & Friends – Freddie’s Beach Bar & Restaurant, Annie’s Paramount Steak House, and Ristorante Tosca.
A complete list of participating restaurants can be found at www.foodandfriends.org/dol.
Reservations can be made on OpenTable.com or through the restaurants directly.
Last year, more than 25,000 diners, restaurants and volunteers participated in Dining Out for Life®, raising more than $225,000 to support Food & Friends’ mission.
NFTE Global Gala
The Blueprint: 20 Years of Building Futures
This year to mark NFTE DC’s 20th Anniversary, the NFTE Global Gala will be here in Washington, DC and we are thrilled to announce that we will honor Kevin Plank, Under Armour Founder, CEO and Chairman of the Board, and Diana Davis Spencer, President of the Diana Davis Spencer Foundation. Mark your calendars and join us as NFTE Global Gala celebrates 20 years of NFTE DC!
When:
Thursday, April 24, 2014
5:30pm Networking Reception and Youth Entrepreneur Showcase
7:00pm Gala Dinner and Award Ceremony
Where:
National Building Museum
401 F Street, NW
Washington, DC
Why:
The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship’s (NFTE) mission is to provide programs that inspire young people from low-income communities to stay in school, to recognize business opportunities and to plan for successful futures.
Since our founding in 1987, NFTE has touched the lives of 500,000 young people globally and we currently have programs running across the U.S. and in twelve countries around the world, including China, Mexico and Israel. In 2014, we join to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the founding of our Washington, DC chapter, which has served over 25,000 young people in the DC region. Currently serving 23 schools, the NFTE DC Region serves close to 1,100 young people annually.
Each year, NFTE celebrates our global impact by honoring top young NFTE entrepreneurs from all the communities we work in worldwide. These young people have a chance to present their businesses to the guests and we feature a number of them during the evening. Also in attendance are the amazing teachers on whom NFTE relies to bring our award winning program into resource-challenged schools globally, and this year an inspiring group of alumni from the NFTE Greater Washington region will be on hand to promote their own local businesses. It is truly an evening that celebrates the power of entrepreneurship education in the most tangible way.
Thursday, April 24, 2014
National Building Museum
5:30 Youth Entrepreneurship Showcase & Cocktail Reception
7:00 Gala Dinner and Awards
On Friday, April 25, 2014, the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) will celebrate its 27th Annual Spring Gala, Nine Thousand and Nine Hundred Nights…ASpecial Night to Salute You! Our Patrons, Our Members and Our Friends chaired by Annie S. Totah and under the patronage of Her Imperial Majesty Empress Farah Pahlavi.
Upon arrival, guests will have the opportunity to view the special exhibition “Workt by Hand”: Hidden Labor and Historical Quilts, which allows a rare look at superlative examples of two centuries of American and European quilt making from the Brooklyn Museum’s renowned decorative arts collection.
The annual black-tie gala will continue with cocktails in the galleries and a silent auction followed by dinner by Susan Gage Caterers and dancing in the elegant Great Hall. The evening is inspired by a Moorish/Marrakesh theme crafted by Capital Décor. A variety of live entertainment will take place throughout the evening. The 2014 Gala Auction Co-Chairs are Charo Abrams and Carole Margaret Randolph.
WHEN:
Friday, April 25, 2014
Cocktails and Silent Auction: 6:30 p.m.
Dinner and Dancing: 8 p.m. to midnight
WHERE:
National Museum of Women in the Arts
1250 New York Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20005
Valet parking available
DETAILS:
The spring gala is the museum’s largest annual fundraising event attended by more than 350 luminaries from Washington’s diplomatic, governmental and social communities. Proceeds from the Spring Gala support the museum’s exhibitions and educational programming, including one of NMWA’s signature programs, Art, Books, and Creativity (ABC), which benefits fourth- and fifth-graders in the Washington, D.C. public schools. To date, over 35,000 students have benefitted from the ABC curriculum’s innovative lessons, which nurture children’s artistic and creative capabilities.
TICKETS:
Individuals $650; Gala Host Committee, Individuals $1,000 and Couples $1,500 (Both include premium seating and recognition in the program); Sponsored Tables $10,000 and up
PHOTO CREDIT:
Courtesy of Jack Hartzman Photography
The Honorable Capricia Penavic Marshall
and
The Corcoran Women’s Committee
invite you to
The 59th Annual Corcoran Ball
Friday, April 25, 2014
For additional information or to
learn about the many benefits of a
Corcoran Ball Sponsorship
Visit Corcoran.org/Ball
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Proceeds from the 59th Annual Corcoran Ball will benefit Corcoran Access, a multi-year project to digitize the Corcoran’s renowned collection. Using the latest gigapixel technology and years of research, Corcoran Access will make it possible to digitally record and provide in-depth information for more than 17,000 works of art from the Corcoran’s collection. The resulting high-definition images and information will be made available online, whereby generations of students, educators, researchers, art historians, and the general public will be able to study, explore, and examine one of the world’s most respected collections of American Art. |
The staff at Carpenter’s Shelter is excited to announce the date for the 12th annual Carpenter’s Cook-Off. Every year, Carpenter’s Shelter brings together 30 of the area’s best restaurants and chefs for a culinary event in order to raise money to support the shelter operations.
Please join us April 27th at The Birchmere Music Hall (3701 Mount Vernon Ave) from12-3pm for this year’s Carpenter’s Cook-Off. Tickets are now on sale! Visitwww.carpenterscookoff.com today to purchase tickets for the whole family. Last year, the event sold out early. Don’t miss your chance to attend this year. Tickets are $50 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under. Limited quantities of VIP tickets are available for $65 until sold out. All VIP ticket holders will receive a special ‘Swag Bag’ gift.
Join us for Spring Beauty Night Out!
Enjoy an evening of shopping, complimentary cocktails, makeup & skincare consultations, mini-manicures, massages and mini-spa treatments in a fun, artsy setting!
Hosted by stylist James Cornwell.
Price: $35 ($45 at the door)
ADVANCE BUYERS are guaranteed the Beauty Bag.
Note: You must be 21 years old or older to attend this event. Proper ID will be required at the door.
Long View Gallery
1234 9th NW
Washington, DC 20001
Tuesday, April 29, 2014 from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM (EDT)
Thursday, May 1 at 8:00 pm: A performance titled “Un Petit Pas de Deux sur ses Pas”
Presented by Aurélien Kairo and Karla Pollux of De Fakto Company
Lycée Rochambeau – 9600 Forest Rd, Bethesda
General Admission: $20, AFDC Members: $15
Choreographed to music of the famous burlesque actor Andre Bourvil, “Un Petit Pas de Deux sur ses Pas” (A Little Pas de Deux on his Footsteps) is a dynamic and witty piece that revisits different styles of dance, from waltz to ballet to hip hop, while maintaining humorous interaction with the audience. Click here to watch this Pas de Deux in action!