Join Washingtonian for the hottest ticket of the summer – the AT&T Best Of Washington blowout event! More than 1,800 guests, celebrities, and restaurateurs will fill the National Building Museum to sample, sip, and socialize. Over 60 of Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants, such as Central Michel Richard, Blue Duck Tavern, Jose Andres’ Jaleo, and BLT Steak, will serve tastes of their famous dishes. All funds from the silent auction and a portion of the ticket proceeds will go to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
WHEN
Wednesday, July 16th
6:00-10:00pm
WHERE
National Building Museum
401 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
TICKETS
$125 General Admission
$175 Early Admission
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Tickets are now on sale for the National Zoo’s annual Brew at the Zoo event, held on Thursday, July 17, 2014 from 6 to 9 p.m. Hosted by Friends of the National Zoo, more than 60 breweries from around the world will travel to D.C. for the beer tasting extravaganza, all in support of wildlife conservation.
Local favorites such as Port City Brewing Company and Dogfish Head Craft Brewery will be joined by popular microbreweries including DC Brau Brewing Company, Brooklyn Brewery, Flying Dog Brewery, and New Belgium
“Being able to taste over 60 brews from some amazing craft and microbreweries, all in the park-like setting of the Smithsonian’s National Zoo, really sets this event apart,” said Robert Lamb, Executive Director of Friends of the National Zoo. “Where else can you drink beer and support wildlife?”
VIP ticket holders are invited to mingle in the exclusive VIP area where they will receive full pours of beer andcomplimentary food tastings by local restaurants including Matchbox, Nick’s Riverside Grill, and Meridian Pint. VIP guests will get to enjoy special animal demonstrations and will be granted early admission to the event before the general public. VIP tickets are $85 for FONZ members and $100 for nonmembers. General admission tickets are $50 for FONZ members and $65 for nonmembers. Early admission is also available for purchase as an add-on to general
In addition to sampling great hops, guests will be able to purchase food from local spots including Ledo’s Pizza , Rocklands Barbecue and popular food trucks. Guests will be able to mingle with new and old friends while playing lawn games and listening to the live band SLY 45.
Proceeds from the Brew at the Zoo event go toward animal care and conservation at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and around the world. Now that’s something worth toasting!
The 2014 Brew at the Zoo is sponsored by Macy’s, The Animal House from WAMU 88.5, Uber, and TDI.
Tickets are now available for purchase through Ticketmaster. (Please note space is limited and the event typically sells out, so please purchase tickets early.)
This is event is for adults 21 years of age and older.
WHAT: SMITHSONIAN at 8- The Smithsonian’s premier 21+ after-hours event series—a unique mix of culture, art, history, and science, including music, a cash bar, and special access to Smithsonian exhibits, collections, and experts.
WHEN: A Garden of Wonders
WHERE: Enid A. Haupt Garden at the Smithsonian Castle, Independence Ave., SW
Alice would feel right at home at this madcap party that transforms the Victorian-style Enid A. Haupt Garden into a landscape of delights. As sunset slips into night, the magical setting comes alive with music and dancing, outdoor games (moonlight croquet, anyone?), craft activities, and plenty of surprises.
Find your style inspiration in period garden-party attire or your favorite Alice in Wonderland character. You might not meet a white rabbit, but you can sip specialty cocktails designed by Arlington’s Tortoise & Hare as you wander through the lantern-decked grounds. And speaking of wonders, meet Todd McGrain, whose fantastic large-scale bird sculptures now anchor the corners of the Haupt Garden’s ornately planted lawn.
Capture your evening in Wonderland with EventShare, Washington’s most innovative photo booth, and edit and share your pics instantly on the large HD touchscreen. Make sure your pocket watch is wound: You don’t want to be late for this one-of-a-kind adventure.
SPECIAL FEATURES FOR VIP TICKET-HOLDERS: Enjoy a private bar, two complimentary drinks, and dessert in the Queen of Hearts’ castle (known by day as the Smithsonian Castle).
Cash bar. Must be over 21; valid ID required.
In case of rain, the party moves inside the Smithsonian Castle.
General Admission $15 in advance, $20 at the door, if available. VIP admission tickets $35 in advance, $40 at the door, if available.
37th Annual C.O.W.P.I.E.
Saturday July 19, 2014
8:00PM – Midnight
Eastern Market North Hall Building, Washington, D.C. NE
Tickets
$35 IN ADVANCE via PayPal through July 17th
$50 AT THE DOOR FOR ENTRY AND DRINKS
COWPIE, a shortened moniker for Committee of Wyoming People in the East, is held in Washington, D.C. during the opening weekend of Cheyenne Frontier Days. For those who don’t know, Cheyenne, Wyoming is home to the largest rodeo in North America – the “Daddy of ’em All”.® Festivities include everything from muttin busting to bull riding, and nightly boot scoot’n concerts.
The first COWPIE, held in 1977, began the longest living tradition of the Wyoming State Society. Wyoming folk get cowboyed-up in their best boots, hats and big belt buckles for the night of country dancing and western revelry. Dedication to COWPIE among the Wyoming folk is legendary.
WHAT: On Sunday, July 20, audiences across the U.S. will be able to experience a LIVE broadcast from the final performance of Monty Python’s last stage show together.
Fathom Events and Picturehouse Entertainment invite fans to experience comedy legends Monty Python’s long-awaited reunion when Monty Python Live (mostly) is broadcast LIVE to cinemas nationwide on Sunday, July 20 with rebroadcasts on Wednesday, July 23 and Thursday, July 24.
For the first time in over three decades, comedy legends Monty Python will be performing live on stage together at London’s famed O2 Arena. At a combined age of just 361, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones and Michael Palin will once again perform some of their greatest hits, with modern, topical, Python-esque twists.
WHEN: Sunday, July 20 at 2:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. CT / 12:30 p.m. MT / 11:30 a.m. PT
Encore performances on Wednesday, July 23 and Thursday July 24
A fun (free) event being held on The Liaison’s Rooftop Pool & Lounge next Thursday (July 24) is part of its “Dive In” series. It’s called Dive Into Dating Deception & Catch Catfish. Catfishing is the phenomenon of internet predators that fabricate online identities and entire social circles to trick people into emotional/romantic relationships.”
Tyler Cohen Wood, author of CATCHING THE CATFISHERS: Disarm the Online Pretenders, Predators, and Perpetrators Who Are Out to Ruin Your Life will be sharing information on “Dating Deception” and what online daters need to know.
A cyber branch chief for the Defense Intelligence Agency (under the Department of Defense), Wood has appeared on various media outlets including the Wall Street Journal and Huffington Post discussing how people can see through online dating “catfish” and frauds.
She will be sharing tips including:
- · How to spot a phony in the online dating world
- · How to read lies and tell what he/she is really looking for from their profile
- · How to create the perfect online dating profile that best represents you
- · What personal information you didn’t know was readily available online
- · What “catfishing” really is and how to prevent it
Plus we’ll have Francesco Amodeo of Don Ciccio & Figli, and cocktail consultant for Lupo Verde slinging drinks.
Join PJ Clarkes for the 2nd annual Lobster Feast benefitting the One Love Foundation
Thursday, July 24
6-9pm
1600 K Street NW
$65
Includes a traditional lobster dinner wiht unlimited POrt City Brewing Company beer and Gosling’s Dark & Stormies
Guests wull also enjoy libe music, beach themed decor, Vineyard Vines giveaways and more
Monday, July 28th, fans of El Centro D.F. are invited to attend a National Tequila Month party in Georgetown or at 14thStreet, from
5 PM to 8 PM. The event is priced at $39 per person. Guests will receive three drink tickets, and the opportunity to indulge in a variety of dishes on an extensive buffet including Carnitas, Brisket and Nopal Tacos with molcajete, verde, and morita salsa, pico de gallo, crema and lettuce; Refried Beans; Mexican Rice; Chips with salsa and guacamole; Mini Chorizo Empanadas; Chicken Tinga Flautas; Mini Mushroom Quesadillas, as well as Mini Open-Face Tortas. Additionally, the restaurants will have DJs spinning music throughout the restaurant from 5 PM to close. Regular dinner service will resume at both locations at 8 PM.
What: 3rd Annual Toast with the Queen Reception and Fundraiser
When: Aug 7, 2014
Time: 6-9pm
Where: Barcode Lounge, 1101 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20036
Celebrity fitness trainer Stacy Adams (Fitness Together-Georgetown) and business owner Souny West (W Salon) will host the 3rd annual Toast w/the Queen 2014. Guest will have the opportunity to socialize and network while nibbling on light hors’ oeuvres and enjoying the sounds of top 40 hits.
A portion of the ticket sales will go to the non-profit, Luke’s Wings, which unites wounded warriors, veterans and heroes with their loved ones when they need them most.
A toast will commence at 7:00pm for Mrs. DC America 2014, Meredith Egwuatu, who heads off to compete at Mrs. America in Tucson, August 22-29th.
Dress Code: Business or Cocktail
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