Feb
14
Sun
Bite Me: A Pairing Menu of Local Provisions & Concoctions @ Harper Macaw Chocolate Factory
Feb 14 @ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Indulge your senses while enjoying some local DC love. Curated and hosted by Harper Macaw, DC’s new chocolate factory in Northeast, this incredibly unique collaboration pairing of local eats and drinks includes 16 local makers and purveyors in a 4 course fixed pairing menu.

Local purveyors include Atlas Brew Works, Baku Beverage, Capital Kambucha, Compass Coffee, Dangerously Delicious Pies, DC Brau, Element [Shrub], Gordy’s Pickle Jar, Harper Macaw, Leonora Bakery (Northside Social), On Rye, Pie Sisters, Red Apron, Sona Creamery, True Tonics and wines provided by Schneider’s of Capitol Hill.

This event is not restricted to couples. Groups and singles are welcome. Tickets are listed asper person, so be sure to select the correct number of tickets.

Guests must be 21+ Please bring a government issued form of ID; we will be verifying age upon entry.

Whenever possible, we suggest guests arrive and depart via ride share services such as Lyft, Uber, or taxi. Public transportation to the factory is limited to bus lines from the Rhode Island and Brookland Metro stops.  Guest parking is available at the factory and at neighboring retail parking lots. If you drive please drink alcohol in moderation.

WHERE
Harper Macaw Chocolate Factory – 3160 Bladensburg Road Northeast Washington, DC 20018 – View Map

 

 

Feb
19
Fri
6th Annual Political Cartoon Exhibit “Road to the White House”
Feb 19 @ 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
6th Annual Political Cartoon Exhibit “Road to the White House”
With a touch of humor and art, Art Soiree takes a look at the candidates and the hottest debate topics surrounding 2016 US Presidential Elections. Presenting over 100 best published pre-election cartoons by 7 of the best editorial and political cartoonists from the world’s top newspapers, magazines & syndicates:
KEVIN “KAL” KALLAUGHER (The Economist), TOM TOLES (Washington Post), MATT WUERKER (Politico), DARYL CAGLE (Cagle Cartoons Inc.), JIMMY MARGULIES (AM New York and Newsday), CHRISTO KOMARNITSKI (Sega), ROBERT L. ARIAIL (The State)
Friday, February 19th at 8pm
Saturday, February 20th at 8pm 
3100 South Street NW, Washington DC 20007
Event benefits Cartoonist Rights Network International (CRNI)
Artists will be available for interview on the site and signed prints and originals of cartoons on display will be available for purchase.
Feb
20
Sat
Apres Ski DC @ Hawthorne
Feb 20 @ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Après Ski DC
#ApresSkiDC
Saturday, February 20, 5-8PM
Hawthorne, 1336 U St. NW, Washington DC 90009
You’re invited to an Après Ski party, because the best part of skiing is what happens after…It’s time to dig out your best ski lodge attire, don your mittens and earmuffs, and join Three Day Rule , DC’s hottest matchmaking company, and Clicked, a professional networking club, for the biggest party of 2016 yet! 
 
Hawthorne, U Street corridor’s newest hotspot that opened last month, will be a snowflake-filled winter wonderland cool enough to wear your fur hoods, but warm enough inside their glass enclosed rooftop to enjoy Après Ski cocktails (like the Après Bourbon Snowcap) with $5-$6 beer and wines until 7PM. We’ll even have a shot-ski!
 
Not sure about Après Ski attire? You can find some inspiration here and if you’re not sure what a shot-ski is, here you go. We can’t wait to see all you rugged ski bums and sexy ski bunnies! #ApresSkiDC

 

Paul Reiser at Howard Theatre @ Howard Theatre
Feb 20 @ 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

On SaturdayFebruary 20, the historic Howard Theatre (620 T St. NW, DC) will host comedic actor, writer and producer Paul Reiser for an evening of “Comedy at the Howard” at 8 p.m. Reiser, a film and television veteran who’s been nominated for an Emmy, Golden Globe, American Comedy Award and Screen Actors Guild Award, continues to add to his list of accomplishments as a stand-up comedian. Tickets to see the Mad About You star are $35 for general, fully seated admission. VIP tickets are $75 per ticket for a booth (must buy four tickets).

Feb
21
Sun
Lights, Camera, I Do! @ Bethesda Marriott
Feb 21 @ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Premier full-service event company Exclusively Entertainment invites D.C. metro area brides and grooms to “Lights. Camera. I DO!” a unique staged wedding event on Sunday, February 21 at the recently renovated Bethesda Marriott (5151 Pooks Hill Road). From Noon to 6pm, soon-to-be newlyweds will have the opportunity to attend a mock “wedding” and meet 50+ top-rated hair, makeup, gown & tuxedo, catering and floral vendors and more at the intimate bridal showcase.
 
From Noon to 3 p.m., ticketed “Wedding Guests” will enjoy “The Ceremony,” “The Cocktail Hour” and “The Reception.” From 3 to 6 p.m., “Wedding Crashers” — those who bypass the day’s earlier events — will have the opportunity to mingle with some of the area’s finest wedding professionals, such as HITCHED Bridal Couture, Nour Kazoun Make Up Artistry and Sareh Nouri New York among others.


Prices range from $60 for a pair of “Wedding Guest” passes to $15 for an individual “Wedding Crasher” ticket. To purchase tickets and to learn more about “Lights. Camera. I DO!” visit www.LightsCameraIDo.com


ABOUT EXCLUSIVELY ENTERTAINMENT:
Exclusively Entertainment is a full-service entertainment company in Washington D.C., combining superior service and products with personal client attention. The Wedding Wire and The Knot award-winning company is among the highest-rated entertainment companies in D.C., specializing in DJs, musicians, dancers, lighting, cinematography, event planning and more. Learn more about Exclusively Entertainment and its extensive vendor network at www.ExclusivelyEntertainment.com.
Feb
27
Sat
11th Annual Chance for Life @ Sphinx Club at Franklin Square
Feb 27 @ 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Chance For Life is back in a big way for our 11th Annual Charity Poker Tournament and party, and you’re invited to be a special guest!

A snowstorm didn’t stop it last year, as more than 325 joined us at the Sphinx Club to raise money for the Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation and pediatric cancer research.

This year, they’re going even bigger:

  • A 400-person poker tournament with the winner earning a spot in the 2016 World Series of Poker
  • Exclusive Wine & Chef’s Tasting with pairings created by Top Chef Alumni and renowned restaurateurs, Mike Isabella and Jen Carroll
  • An exciting after-party featuring a surprise musical guest for an old-school dance party like no other

 

Feb
28
Sun
Commissary’s 5th Annual Oscar Party @ Commissary
Feb 28 @ 4:00 PM – 11:59 PM

Commissary will host the fifth annual Oscar’s viewing party on Sunday, February 28, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. The viewing party will kick-off with the Red Carpet viewing from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., featuring passed hors d’oeuvres while the red carpet arrivals show on a full wall projector before the 8:00 p.m. awards. The entire evening features a limited open bar and endless flowing champagne, as well as a dinner buffet with more than a dozen Oscar-themed savory and sweet offerings.

An Oscar ticket will include event entry with viewing from all three bar TVs and two full wall projectors, and unlimited food offerings throughout the evening inspired by each nominated movie.

There are only 80 tickets available for this event. Tickets will not be sold at the door and can be purchased only by going to Commissarydc.com at the online ticket site (full ticket options & details below).

Full ticket details are included below, and the full press release is attached.

Ticket Type

Red Carpet (4:00 – 8:00 p.m.) – $35 (including tax & gratuity) or $25 (without alcohol)

Oscar Inspired Open Bar Offerings

Passed Oscar Themed Hors d’oeuvres

Popcorn Bar

Endless champagne

 

Main Event (8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.) – $65 (including tax & gratuity) or $55 (without alcohol)

Oscar Inspired Open Bar Offerings

Passed Oscar Themed Hors d’oeuvres

Popcorn Bar

Endless champagne

Various Food Stations featuring Oscar Inspired Dinner & Dessert Items

 

All Access VIP (4:00 p.m. – Close)

Red Carpet & Main Event Ticket – $90 (including tax & gratuity)

Includes Reserved Premium Seating

And the Oscar Goes To… @ W Hotel Living Room
Feb 28 @ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
You’re invited to the W Hotel’s Living Room for an Oscar viewing party hosted by W Washington DC Insider, Rachel Loya

Sip on Specialty cocktails and savor Best Picture-themed bites
Dress to impress with Rent the Runway and strike the perfect pose for photographers on the red carpet

Get there early and submit a ballot for your winning picks. One lucky guest will be the real winner of the night with a one night stay in our Extreme Wow Suite.

 

The Living Room
Sunday, February 28th
7:00 PM

Use code RTRXWDC at Rent the Runway to receive 20% off
$10 specialty cocktails
Art Soiree Annual Red Carpet Party @ Malmaison
Feb 28 @ 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
ANNUAL RED CARPET PARTY

WHEN: Sunday, February 28 | 7pm
WHERE:
Malmaison, 3401 Water Street NW, Washington DC

TICKETS*: $35 Early Bird online only: https://redcarpet2016.eventbrite.com
Tickets include entry & one glass of champagne. Prices go up on 2/18/16

BE OUR VIP GUEST
Join Art Soiree & WFI to watch the Awards live on February 28, 2016 at the elegant Malmaison as we celebrate all the talented people in the movie industry and rally behind our favorite movies of 2015!

BE OUR VIP GUEST – walk the Red Carpet to the accompaniment of Camera Flashes, strike a pose in front of the Step-And-Repeat and get Interviewed on the latest fashion trends and your movie favorites as you make your way inside for a Star-studded Night.

Sip a Hollywood-inspired cocktail and enjoy Multiple Screens, Live Entertainment, and more in the company of movie and art lovers.

Think you know your films? Guess winners in several major categories, with the most accurate prediction eligible for a prize. And don’t forget to gather your friends and glam it up as we will have awards for “Best Dressed”

We look forward to seeing you!

This year’s event benefits Washington Film Institute’s (WFI) and Art Soiree’s local initiatives in support of arts and culture. 

The Washington Film Institute (WFI) was created to inspire audiences through film education and the cultivation of the cinematic arts. They do this by developing educational programs and programming film events throughout the year.

Art Soiree’s goal is to discover and support talented contemporary artists, by providing them unique and exciting opportunities to exhibit their work and showcase their talent to a wider audience, gaining local, national and international recognition. We do this by curating over 100 annual exhibitions, concerts, festivals and special events.

Mar
1
Tue
The Big Idea CONNECTpreneur SPRING FORUM @ Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park
Mar 1 @ 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The Big Idea CONNECTpreneur SPRING FORUM
March 1, 2016

“The Best Networking Event in DC.”

DCInno calls CONNECTpreneur a “NETWORKING JACKPOT” of 350+ of the DC Region’s TOP Entrepreneurs, Business Leaders, CXOs, Angels, and VCs.

Presented by appnetic, Tech 2000 and LORE Systems, this UNIQUE EVENT is like NONE OTHER in our region, because of the high quality of our attendees, speakers and presenters.

And YES, the networking is unprecedented!

Program Highlights:
  • Over 350 business leaders, including 200+ CEOs & Founders, as well as 65+ angels & VCs
  • Conversation with ROCKSTAR CEO 
  • All-Star Panel of INVESTORS
  • SHOWCASE of Emerging tech companies
  • Heavy NETWORKING before, during, and after the event
The venue is the Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park in Falls Church, Virginia.
A plated breakfast is included.
CONNECTpreneur is a quarterly networking mashup, which has been attended by over 3800 business leaders in the past 4 years.
Expect another SELL OUT crowd, so there will be no on-site registration.  All attendees MUST BE pre-registered.
DATE:  MARCH 1, 2016
AGENDA
7:00–8:15 am – REGISTRATION / NETWORKING
8:15 – 8:20 am – WELCOME
S. TIEN WONG, CEO of Tech 2000 and appnetic
8:25 – 9:15 am – FIRESIDE CHAT with ROCKSTAR CEO
9:15 – 10:20 am  –  COMPANY SHOWCASE – 8 promising early stage companies
(Companies will be announced on February 19)
10:20 – 11:10 am –  INVESTOR PANEL: HOT TRENDS IN EARLY STAGE CAPITAL FUNDING
Moderator: JOHN BACKUS, Co-Founder and Managing Partner,New Atlantic Ventures 
11:10 am – NETWORKING
PREVIOUS INVESTOR PARTICIPANTS (partial list):
Revolution Ventures, Carlyle Group, Kinetic Ventures, Core Capital, Grotech, Novak Biddle, New Atlantic Ventures, True Ventures, Edison Ventures, SWaN & Legend Venture Partners, RLMcCall Capital Partners, Venturehouse, Multiplier Capital, Updata, Saratoga Investment Corp., DFW Capital Partners, Farragut Capital, NextGen Angels, CIT GAP Funds, New Markets Venture Partners, BluVenture Investors, Leeds Novamark, Maryland Venture Fund, TEDCO, 1776, K Street Capital, Select Venture Partners, ID Private Equity, Amplifier Venture Partners, Cranbrook Capital, Fortify Ventures, Acceleprise, US Boston Capital, 500 Startups, VentureCross Partners, Berman Enterprises, Dingman Angels, Neuberger & Co. Ventures, McLean Capital, Angel Venture Forum, Brilliant Keypoint Investments ,Grindstone Partners, Exhilirator, New Vantage Group, New Dominion Angels, National Capital Companies, Enhanced Capital, MTECH Ventures, Mosaic Capital, Opus8, Starise Ventures, Blue Heron Capital, Duncaster Investments, Private Capital Network, Next-Stage Development Group, Lancaster Angel Network, Palace Investments, Harrell Partners, Ruxton Ventures, MD Center for Entrepreneurship, Conscious Venture Labs, and Keiretsu Forum.