FGIDC invites you to join us for Wine & Words, our biannual book club event, as we kick off summer reading with “Own It: The Secret to Life” by Diane von Furstenberg.
What You Will Need
To prepare for the start of the book club on June 2, we ask that you read “Own It: The Secret to Life,” so that you can participate in the discussion.
The event will be moderated by FGIDC board member Kristen Schott, the editor of Philadelphia Wedding, and a contributing writer to Northern Virginia Magazine, Condé Nast Traveler, and the Los Angeles Review of Books. She’ll have a glass of wine in hand for the event, and we hope you do, too.
While our first book club event will take place virtually, we plan to move to an in-person format in October at an exciting new location.
Those who register and attend our June book club will get exclusive access to pre-register and reserve their spot for October.
June 2 | 7:00-8:00 p.m. ET
Registrants will receive the Zoom link via Eventbrite email.
For those who are not able to travel to the UK for Royal Ascot this June, Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown is holding a Royal Ascot Garden Party. On Friday, June 18th from 11:30 am until 3:00 pm, the Loggia and courtyard garden will be transformed into a Royal Ascot-themed park. All guests donning hats, fascinators and Ascot attire will be eligible to win prizes for most authentic, fabulous, and over-the-top.
Royal Ascot is the unmissable event of the British summer social and sporting season, five spectacular days in June where world-class horse racing, fashion, pageantry, and the finest food abounds.
Fairmont’s Royal Ascot Garden Party will offer guests four options to enjoy dining on royal fare, sipping champagne, Pimm’s Cups, and gin & tonics in designated enclosures. Large screens will showcase Royal Ascot scenes, and guests will enjoy pop-ups by Michael Kors and TheArtofHats Studio of Leesburg. Land Rover of Alexandria* will showcase two new Land Rovers for photo ops in the hotel’s driveway.
Executive Chef Jordi Gallardo and Executive Pastry Chef A.J. Thalakkat are creating Royal Ascot-inspired afternoon tea and picnic baskets with many of the Royals’ favorite recipes.
~Royal Picnic Enclosure – $53 per person
A 5-Course Picnic Basket
Champagne, Gin & Tonics & Pimm’s Cups are available for purchase
~The Royal Enclosure – $ 65 or $139 with limitless Moët for 1.5 hours per person
Royal Afternoon Tea Fare
~The Queen Anne Enclosure – $199 for two
A 5-course Picnic Basket of Royal Favorites
A Bottle of Veuve Clicquot
~The Royal Suite Enclosure – $10,000 for 10 people~
A Private Suite with Balcony overlooking the festivities
Private Chef
Private Butler
Royal Picnic Fare
Limitless Veuve Clicquot
Royal Ascot Sway Bags
Michael Kors Georgetown will feature fashions and a pop-up shop with seasonal couture and handbags. Elena Wittman, of ArtofHats Studio will present an elegant art of millinery, (hat making). Hats and headpieces will be available for sale and a few for photo ops. She will also talk about which headpieces to wear for various events.
Life-sized cutouts of the Royals will create perfect photo opportunities, staff members will don hats fit for the Royal Ascot, and prizes will be given for most creative fascinators, hats, and overall Royal Ascot Garden Party attire. Prizes will be provided by Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown, Land Rover of Alexandria, and Michael Kors Georgetown.
Tickets are available on Eventbrite http://fairmontwashington.eventbrite.com
June 20 – Summer Solstice Drag Brunch
Hedy’s Rooftop
Hours: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
It’s the longest day of the year. Make the most of it with us on Hedy’s Rooftop. We’re kicking off the summer with two seatings for our first-ever Drag Brunch. Sip summer cocktails and lip-synch along with from some of DC’s most fabulous performers, including host Crystal Edge and featuring tunes from DJ Tezrah. [LINK]
Canopy by Hilton North Bethesda believes guests shouldn’t have to leave their pup at home to enjoy a much needed getaway and are launching their pet-friendly amenities with an event no dog-loving yogi could say no to. Redefine the dog days of Summer with Canopy by Hilton North Bethesda’s A Dog’s Life package. The package includes an overnight stay in a Standard King room (inclusive of pet fee), pet welcome amenity and 1-Day pass to Bark Social, where guests can enjoy 20+ craft beers on tap, food and drink menus for humans and dogs, a coffee shop, spacious dog park, and self-serve dog baths. The ideal vacay for dogs and their owners after a ruff week!
Guests can stretch it out alongside some furry adorable support in a Puppy Yoga class provided by Knine Rescue and North Bethesda Pike & Rose Sport&Health as the hotel officially launches A Dog’s Life on Saturday, June 26. Since guests will be waking up surrounded by puppy love during the class at 10:00 AM, Canopy encourages folks to book a stay to maximize the enjoyment of their experience at the Pike & Rose property. Guests can expect puppies named Pike, Rose, and Canopy to be in attendance while practicing an unforgettable yoga session on Canopy’s terrace. Tickets are $18 and available at https://tinyurl.com/
Call 1-844-MY-CANOPY to book the A Dog’s Life Package or for more information on the hotel and bookings.
After its successful spring series, The Yards will bring back its popular run and brunch activation, Brunch On The Go. Treat yourself to champagne and brunch with your running crew on October 16th, October 23rd, or October 30th in D.C.’s most exciting waterfront neighborhood for living, dining, shopping and relaxing. Pacers will curate a warmup and stretch, then lead attendees on a route around The Yards. Running newcomers and high-milers alike are invited to join!
Each week, a different Yards restaurant will create a special brunch box for registrants to enjoy after their workout. The event will cost $50 per ticket and includes a run and guided stretch for two, branded swag, bottle of bubbles, and brunch for two.
Additional details can be found below and at theyardsdc.com! Tickets are available on Eventbrite.
WHEN/WHERE:
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Pacers Running | 300 Tingey St SE #160, Washington, D.C., DC 20003
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Saturday, October 16 | 10:00 – 11:30 AM
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District Winery
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1 bottle of Dry Rosé
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Avocado Toast
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Chicken chorizo hash
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Saturday, October 23 | 10:00 – 11:30 AM
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La Famosa
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Breakfast:
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Ham and Swiss breakfast sandwich on our house made Mallorca roll (semi-sweet breakfast bread)
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2 Quesitos (sweet cream cheese pastry)
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1 bottle of bubbles
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Pineapple chow with scotch bonnet, cilantro, garlic, and lime
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Guyanese chow mein with egg noodles, fried egg, bell peppers, carrots, and soy
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Curry goat with carrot and potato
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Brown stew chicken, peppers, and boiled dumplings
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Rice and peas
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2 Pastelillo de Guayaba (puff pastry filled with fresh Guava sauce)
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Lunch:
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Beef Pastelillos (fried turnovers filled with beef picadillo)
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Bolitas de Queso (fried cheese balls served with Guava sauce)
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Tostones (fried green plantain chips served with mayo ketchup and garlic mojo sauce)
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Saturday, October 30 | 10:00 – 11:30 AM
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Bammy’s
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Pineapple chow, scotch bonnet, cilantro, garlic, lime
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Guyanese chow mein, egg noodles, fried egg, bell peppers, carrots, soy
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Curry goat, carrot, potato
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Brown stew chicken, peppers, boiled dumplings
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Rice and peas
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FGIDC’s trend event is back and better than ever! Join us as we sit down with the mother daughter design duo behind Dur Doux and get the inside scoop on their experience at New York Fashion Week.
Plus, watch FGI’s exclusive fashion report, Communique, which highlights the influences, styles and color trends from New York, Paris and Milan Fashion Week. Video curators: Sharon Graubard and Nicole Fishelis.
Moderator:
Lisa D’Angelo – Marketing and Social Media Manager, Fabritrak
Speakers:
Najla Burt and Cynthia Burt – Dur Doux Founders
Tuesday, October 19
7:00-8:30 p.m. ET
Registrants will receive the Zoom link via email.
After its successful spring series, The Yards will bring back its popular run and brunch activation, Brunch On The Go. Treat yourself to champagne and brunch with your running crew on October 16th, October 23rd, or October 30th in D.C.’s most exciting waterfront neighborhood for living, dining, shopping and relaxing. Pacers will curate a warmup and stretch, then lead attendees on a route around The Yards. Running newcomers and high-milers alike are invited to join!
Each week, a different Yards restaurant will create a special brunch box for registrants to enjoy after their workout. The event will cost $50 per ticket and includes a run and guided stretch for two, branded swag, bottle of bubbles, and brunch for two.
Additional details can be found below and at theyardsdc.com! Tickets are available on Eventbrite.
WHEN/WHERE:
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Pacers Running | 300 Tingey St SE #160, Washington, D.C., DC 20003
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Saturday, October 16 | 10:00 – 11:30 AM
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District Winery
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1 bottle of Dry Rosé
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Avocado Toast
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Chicken chorizo hash
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Saturday, October 23 | 10:00 – 11:30 AM
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La Famosa
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Breakfast:
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Ham and Swiss breakfast sandwich on our house made Mallorca roll (semi-sweet breakfast bread)
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2 Quesitos (sweet cream cheese pastry)
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1 bottle of bubbles
-
Pineapple chow with scotch bonnet, cilantro, garlic, and lime
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Guyanese chow mein with egg noodles, fried egg, bell peppers, carrots, and soy
-
Curry goat with carrot and potato
-
Brown stew chicken, peppers, and boiled dumplings
-
Rice and peas
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2 Pastelillo de Guayaba (puff pastry filled with fresh Guava sauce)
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Lunch:
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Beef Pastelillos (fried turnovers filled with beef picadillo)
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Bolitas de Queso (fried cheese balls served with Guava sauce)
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Tostones (fried green plantain chips served with mayo ketchup and garlic mojo sauce)
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Saturday, October 30 | 10:00 – 11:30 AM
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Bammy’s
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Pineapple chow, scotch bonnet, cilantro, garlic, lime
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Guyanese chow mein, egg noodles, fried egg, bell peppers, carrots, soy
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Curry goat, carrot, potato
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Brown stew chicken, peppers, boiled dumplings
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Rice and peas
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Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. is delighted to announce Serve Your City / Ward 6 Mutual Aid as the beneficiary of the hotel’s Tenth Annual FANtastic 5K and Silent Auction. On Saturday, October 30, 2021, hotel guests, colleagues, visitors, and locals are invited to lace up their running shoes in support of advancing southwest, D.C. youth. Since its inception, the FANtastic 5K has raised over $302,000 for education and development efforts in Southwest Washington, D.C.
The FANtastic 5K run/walk kicks off at 9:00a.m. with registration beginning at 8:30a.m. in front of the hotel. Participants will follow a safe and picturesque course leading through the National Mall and concluding with a post-race breakfast and silent auction.
Andi Sullivan, captain of the NWSL’s Washington Spirit women’s professional soccer club and member of the U.S. Women’s National Team will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the day’s activities as brand ambassador for Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. Sullivan will lead participants through a Washington Spirit pre-game stretch, cheer on runners and walkers, and meet with fans.
“As the brand ambassador for Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C., I am excited to team up and assist in raising funds for a commendable organization like Serve Your City. Providing underprivileged youth in D.C. with life-changing experiences, many of which are offering access to sports and costly equipment, is dear to my heart,” stated Andi Sullivan, captain of the Washington Spirit.
For more than a decade, Serve Your City, a non-profit organization, has provided life-changing experiences and opportunities for at-risk D.C. students. Serve Your City seeks to offer black and brown youth in Ward 6 with inspiring experiences, tutoring, after-school enrichment, and lifesaving support.
The fee to participate is USD 35 and includes snacks, a pre-run stretching session, FANtastic 5K commemorative t-shirt, post-run buffet breakfast, admission to Silent Auction, and awards. Children 12 and under race for free. Runners and walkers of all levels are invited to join, including dogs on a leash. Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. also welcomes the donations of those who don’t wish to participate in the 5K. For more information, please visit the event’s donation website at https://runsignup.com/Race/DC/Washington/10thAnnualFANtastic5K
After its successful spring series, The Yards will bring back its popular run and brunch activation, Brunch On The Go. Treat yourself to champagne and brunch with your running crew on October 16th, October 23rd, or October 30th in D.C.’s most exciting waterfront neighborhood for living, dining, shopping and relaxing. Pacers will curate a warmup and stretch, then lead attendees on a route around The Yards. Running newcomers and high-milers alike are invited to join!
Each week, a different Yards restaurant will create a special brunch box for registrants to enjoy after their workout. The event will cost $50 per ticket and includes a run and guided stretch for two, branded swag, bottle of bubbles, and brunch for two.
Additional details can be found below and at theyardsdc.com! Tickets are available on Eventbrite.
WHEN/WHERE:
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Pacers Running | 300 Tingey St SE #160, Washington, D.C., DC 20003
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Saturday, October 16 | 10:00 – 11:30 AM
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District Winery
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1 bottle of Dry Rosé
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Avocado Toast
-
Chicken chorizo hash
-
-
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Saturday, October 23 | 10:00 – 11:30 AM
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La Famosa
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Breakfast:
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Ham and Swiss breakfast sandwich on our house made Mallorca roll (semi-sweet breakfast bread)
-
2 Quesitos (sweet cream cheese pastry)
-
1 bottle of bubbles
-
Pineapple chow with scotch bonnet, cilantro, garlic, and lime
-
Guyanese chow mein with egg noodles, fried egg, bell peppers, carrots, and soy
-
Curry goat with carrot and potato
-
Brown stew chicken, peppers, and boiled dumplings
-
Rice and peas
-
2 Pastelillo de Guayaba (puff pastry filled with fresh Guava sauce)
-
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Lunch:
-
Beef Pastelillos (fried turnovers filled with beef picadillo)
-
Bolitas de Queso (fried cheese balls served with Guava sauce)
-
Tostones (fried green plantain chips served with mayo ketchup and garlic mojo sauce)
-
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Saturday, October 30 | 10:00 – 11:30 AM
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Bammy’s
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Pineapple chow, scotch bonnet, cilantro, garlic, lime
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Guyanese chow mein, egg noodles, fried egg, bell peppers, carrots, soy
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Curry goat, carrot, potato
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Brown stew chicken, peppers, boiled dumplings
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Rice and peas
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Thursday, December 2, 2021, 1:30-2 p.m.
Join Ami Wilber, floral and event décor designer, for a virtual tour of Hillwood’s holiday décor and learn about the design of the elaborate Christmas trees, this year inspired by the special exhibition Roaring Twenties: The Life and Style of Marjorie Merriweather Post.
4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008
