The Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show returns to the Washington Convention Center February 4-5 with thousands of travel options for those who are looking to plan their vacations and destination events. Celebrities like Samantha Brown of PBS “Samantha Brown’s Places to Love”, CBS travel editor Peter Greenberg and travel authors Patricia Schultz and Andrew McCarthy will be among the notables on stage and meeting with fans.
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face travel experts from around the world. From Europe to Asia and from African to Caribbean destinations, plus North American vacation favorites, dozens upon dozens of booths will be set up. The price of admission includes access to a myriad of educational and culturally focused sessions on three stages located on the show floor
“At the Travel & Adventure Show, you will have the chance to meet one-on-one with representatives from the top travel brands in the world. What’s more, each of these representatives are there to help plan, personalize and book the right trip, at the price,” said John Golicz, CEO of Unicomm, LLC, the producer of the Travel & Adventure Show Series.
One of the highlights of the DC Travel & Adventure Show is the opportunity to meet and gain inspiration from the world’s top travel experts and celebrities as they present seminars and answer questions over the two-day event. Among those in the Travel Theater will be:
- Peter Greenberg, CBS travel editor
- Samantha Brown, host of PBS “Samantha Brown’s Places to Love”
- Patricia Schultz, best-selling author of 1000 Places to See Before You Die
- Andrew McCarthy, award winning actor, travel writer
Throughout the Travel & Adventure Show are stages where visitors may interact with travel experts on subjects ranging from packing and travel technology, how to travel solo, budget travel hacks and minimizing environmental impact through sustainable travel. The highlight of this event are the hundreds of experts from around the world who give destination-specific information on when to go, how to get there, what to see and off the beaten path attractions.
In addition to expert representatives in each booth, attendees will receive access to tens-of-thousands of dollars in exclusive, show-only travel deals and specials throughout the weekend.
DC TRAVEL & ADVENTURE SHOW
February 4-5, 2023 – Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Hours: Saturday Feb 4, 10 am until 5 pm (doors open at 9:30 for travel professionals)
Sunday Feb 5, 11 am until 4 pm
Tickets: Online: single day $11 and two-day tickets $18
On-site box office: single day $16/ two-day $24 – Cash only
Children 16 and under free – Active-Duty Military free + 4 family members, must show ID
http://travelshows.com/washingtondc
The Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show returns to the Washington Convention Center February 4-5 with thousands of travel options for those who are looking to plan their vacations and destination events. Celebrities like Samantha Brown of PBS “Samantha Brown’s Places to Love”, CBS travel editor Peter Greenberg and travel authors Patricia Schultz and Andrew McCarthy will be among the notables on stage and meeting with fans.
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face travel experts from around the world. From Europe to Asia and from African to Caribbean destinations, plus North American vacation favorites, dozens upon dozens of booths will be set up. The price of admission includes access to a myriad of educational and culturally focused sessions on three stages located on the show floor
“At the Travel & Adventure Show, you will have the chance to meet one-on-one with representatives from the top travel brands in the world. What’s more, each of these representatives are there to help plan, personalize and book the right trip, at the price,” said John Golicz, CEO of Unicomm, LLC, the producer of the Travel & Adventure Show Series.
One of the highlights of the DC Travel & Adventure Show is the opportunity to meet and gain inspiration from the world’s top travel experts and celebrities as they present seminars and answer questions over the two-day event. Among those in the Travel Theater will be:
- Peter Greenberg, CBS travel editor
- Samantha Brown, host of PBS “Samantha Brown’s Places to Love”
- Patricia Schultz, best-selling author of 1000 Places to See Before You Die
- Andrew McCarthy, award winning actor, travel writer
Throughout the Travel & Adventure Show are stages where visitors may interact with travel experts on subjects ranging from packing and travel technology, how to travel solo, budget travel hacks and minimizing environmental impact through sustainable travel. The highlight of this event are the hundreds of experts from around the world who give destination-specific information on when to go, how to get there, what to see and off the beaten path attractions.
In addition to expert representatives in each booth, attendees will receive access to tens-of-thousands of dollars in exclusive, show-only travel deals and specials throughout the weekend.
DC TRAVEL & ADVENTURE SHOW
February 4-5, 2023 – Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Hours: Saturday Feb 4, 10 am until 5 pm (doors open at 9:30 for travel professionals)
Sunday Feb 5, 11 am until 4 pm
Tickets: Online: single day $11 and two-day tickets $18
On-site box office: single day $16/ two-day $24 – Cash only
Children 16 and under free – Active-Duty Military free + 4 family members, must show ID
http://travelshows.com/washingtondc
Native Cinema Showcase Screening: Encanto
Saturday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m.
(USA, 2021, 120 mins.) Directors: Byron Howard, Jared Bush, and Charise Castro Smith
Encanto tells the tale of an extraordinary family, the Madrigals, who live hidden in a magical house in a vibrant town in the mountains of Colombia. The magic of this wondrous, charmed Encanto has blessed every child in the family with a unique gift, from super strength to the power to heal—every child that is except one, Mirabel (voice of Stephanie Beatriz). But when she discovers that the magic surrounding Encanto is in danger, Mirabel decides that she might just be her exceptional family’s last hope.
Special support for Native Cinema Showcase provided by the Walt Disney Company.
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Valentines Day Soirée at City Ridge: On February 14 from 6-8pm, City Ridge is bringing “Romance on the Ridge,” featuring two sets of live jazz music performed by Magic Bass, beverages and light appetizers, and open house tours of the community. Please click here for registration and more information.
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Mardi Gras at City Ridge: On February 21 from 6-8pm, the City Ridge community will continue the jazz concert streak with The Magic Bass, bringing traditional music of the Crescent City for a Fat Tuesday celebration. The event will feature vocalist and piano player Kendra Holt, along with a five-piece ensemble of some of the hottest foot tapping musicians found in DC. More tours will be led by leasing agents as well. Click here for registration and more information.
The Yards is excited to announce the return of Ice Yards! In partnership with Special Olympics DC, the neighborhood will host the Polar Plunge Fundraiser at the 9th annual winter festival.
Participants, following a month-long fundraising campaign, will “take the plunge” to raise funds for Special Olympics DC in an above-ground swimming pool on the boardwalk as Ice Yards guests cheer them on. The Polar Plunge supports over 2,500 DC-based athletes with year-round sports training and the opportunity to compete in the Special Olympics DC Games.
Ice Yards guests will be able to enjoy live music, photo booths, ax-throwing, iceless curling, and so much more! Seasonal beverages and treats from favorite Yards restaurants will also be available to help folks stay warm post-plunge.
WHERE/WHEN:
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Saturday, February 25 | 1pm – 4pm
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The Yards | 355 Water St SE, Washington, DC 20003
HOW: To register for the SODC Polar Plunge, please visit www.dcpolarplunge.org. For more information, visit theyardsdc.com and follow The Yards on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at @TheYardsDC.
Runners take your mark. In celebration of Women’s History Month, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the DC Department of Parks and Recreation is hosting the fifth annual FITDC HerStory 5K Run/Walk at Freedom Plaza on Saturday, March 4 at 9:00 a.m. The FITDC HerStory 5K is free of charge, open to all DC residents and for all race levels. Residents can submit race registrations at: http://herstory5k.com.
Downtown DC’s flat running course along Pennsylvania Avenue will again serve as the perfect backdrop for the race event, which highlights panoramic views of the U.S. Capitol and national monuments. Both dog and stroller friendly, the FITDC HerStory 5K is geared toward families, kids, weekend athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike.
Events and prizes for the FITDC HerStory 5K include:
- Free commemorative HerStory T-Shirt and Race Bib for all race participants while supplies last (courtesy of AETNA)
- Post-Race Finish Festival with music, giveaways and vendors from local women-owned businesses.
- Freedom Plaza adorned with quotes for HerStory making women
- Pop-up exhibits about women’s history
- Parking space is extremely limited at Freedom Plaza, so FITDC encourages race participants to leave their cars at home. Convenient methods of transportation include: walking, Capital Bikeshare, DC Metro, Uber, Lyft or taxicab.
Race packet pick-up will take place on Wednesday, March 1 and Tuesday, March 2 from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at SteadFast Supply (301 Tingey Street, SE) Hook Hall (3400 Georgia Ave., NW) and Bourne 2 Fly Fitness (3408 18th Street NE). When registering, please specify shirt size and preferred packet pick-up location.
Before, during, and after their run/walk, residents are encouraged to tag @myfitdc, while they share pictures and selfies on social media using the hashtags #HerStory5K and #CelebrateWomen. Race participants can track their run time through our sign-up portal to compare and connect with family and friends.
REGISTRATON: DC residents can submit race registrations at: http://herstory5k.com.
WHAT: Fifth Annual FITDC HerStory 5K Run/Walk
- Free and Open to DC Residents
- Free commemorative T-Shirt & Race Bib for All
- Participants
- Post-Race Finish Festival: Music, Giveaways, Vendors from
- Women-Owned Businesses
- Freedom Plaza Featuring Exhibits and Quotes from
- HerStory Making Women
WHEN: Saturday, March 4, 2023 / Registration 9:00am | 5K Begins 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Freedom Plaza – 1455 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Race Route: Downtown DC along Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
PACKET
PICK-UP: Wednesday, March 1 & Tuesday, March 2 / 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Three Locations:
-SteadFast Supply at 301 Tingey Street, SE
-Hook Hall at 3400 Georgia Avenue, NW
-Bourne 2 Fly Fitness 3408 18th Street NE
Registrants please specify pick-up location and T-shirt size
Race Day: Saturday, March 4 at 9:00 a.m. (Freedom Plaza)
Atlas Brew Works is excited to celebrate the return of its annual Ponzi Day next month. On Saturday, March 4, from 3pm to 5pm, join the Atlas team at its Half Street Brewery & Tap Room location in honor of Charles Ponzi’s birthday, the inspiration behind the solar-powered brewery’s West Coast IPA.
Featuring generous additions of Cascade, Chinook, Centennial, Mandarina, and Amarillo hops, followed by hints of Munich malt, Ponzi is a criminally good IPA. Enjoy day-fresh Ponzi kegs and other limited-edition Ponzi variants. The $35 ticket includes unlimited draft beer, wine, and rail mixed drinks. Enjoy award-winning Andy’s Pizza offerings a la carte. Those looking to take the party home can pre-purchase or purchase a Ponzi IPA six-pack onsite for $10.99.
WHERE:
Atlas Half Street Brewery & Tap Room
1201 Half Street SE, #120
Washington, DC 20003
WHEN:
Saturday, March 4
3pm to 5pm
TICKETS:
Purchase an all-you-can-drink ticket at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ponzi-day-tickets-537831868597.
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Maryland Women’s Business Center (MWBC) will be hosting an event in partnership with Canopy by Hilton on Monday, March 6 from 5:30 pm to 7:30pm at 940 Rose Avenue North Bethesda, MD 20852.
The Women’s History Month theme for 2023 is “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories”. In recognition of the theme, MWBC is proud to cohost the Roundtable “The Power of Storytelling for Women Entrepreneurs”. The in-person event will provide attendees the opportunity to network, update their headshots, enjoy complimentary libations from Hello Betty, receive skincare consultations from Privai Spa, and hear from a dynamic panelist about the importance of storytelling for entrepreneurs.
The panel will include conversations with:
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Amanda Bosland, Communications Manager with Rockville Economic Development, Inc.
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A native of Trinidad & Tobago, Amanda Bosland has over 10 years of experience, helping nonprofits and businesses communicate and sell effectively around the world. She began her career in destination marketing and has since broadened her focus to marketing and branding for businesses in a variety of industries, including education, gaming, food and beverage, and e-commerce. Amanda’s passion for marketing communications lies in helping companies craft strategies that engage staff and create loyal customers, while positively affecting the communities they serve.
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Tanya Baskin, President & CEO of The Baskin Group
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Tanya Baskin is a creative strategist and an accomplished marketing and brand building professional. Serving as a marketing and communications strategist for institutions looking to transform their current brand perception and expand their impact, she spearheads campaigns and initiatives that bring this to fruition. Through storytelling and innovative brand strategies, she is committed to helping global organizations enhance their value proposition, connect with the people and communities they serve, and ultimately grow their movements with clear intent and purpose.
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Robin Fisher, Image Strategist and Creator of Polished Image and Style
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US born and globally bred, Robin Fisher is the must-meet style and image strategist for high-achieving women. A former fashion executive turned entrepreneur, Robin spent twenty-five years in the fashion industry before making the professional pivot to build Polished Image and Style, one of the leading style and image consulting firms in the Washington Metro area. While she helps women to build the perfect wardrobe, what she really does is support women in creating the confidence required to reach the next level of life and success they desire.
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The event is free and open to the public with limited tickets.
