NATIONAL WOMEN’S HISTORY MUSEUM PRESENTS
DE PIZAN HONORS GALA
Mary Barra, Secretary of Interior Sally Jewell, Katherine Johnson, and Debbie Sterling to be honored
WHO: Mary Barra (CEO of General Motors, Honoree), Katherine Johnson (NASA Mathematician, Honoree), Debbie Sterling (CEO & Founder of Goldieblox, Honoree), Secretary Sally Jewell (United States Secretary of the Interior, Honoree) and many more.
WHAT: The National Women’s History Museum’s mission is to educate, inspire, empower, and shape the future by integrating women’s distinctive history into the culture and history of the United States. This year’s de Pizan Honors Gala will honor history-makers to ensure that their legacy remains alive. The lives and contributions of the recipients of the de Pizan Honors will have a lasting presence, exhibited on the NWHM website at www.nwhm.org. Additionally, the Museum plans to feature a permanent “de Pizan” display in the Museum once it is built.
WHERE: Arena Stage, Mead Center for American Theater
1101 6th St SW
Washington, DC 20024
WHEN: Monday, November 17, 2014
5:30PM: VIP Buffet Dinner Reception and Silent Auction
7:00PM: Program
On Tuesday, November 18, José Andrés and ThinkFoodGroup will host Sean Brock—the James Beard Award-winning Chef of McCrady’s and Husk Restaurants—at America Eats Tavern to celebrate his new cookbook: Heritage. For $60, tickets include a taste from the cookbook courtesy of America Eats Tavern Head Chef Nate Waugaman, local wines from Virginia’s own Trump Winery, and a signed copy of the book.
The reception will take place in the front bar and private dining room in a passed bite/drink format. The restaurant will remain open for business should guests decide to stay for dinner (price not included in ticket).
What: Sean Brock cookbook party at America Eats Tavern
When: Tuesday, Nov 18 from 6:30—8:30pm
Where: America Eats Tavern (1700 Tysons Blvd inside the Ritz Carlton at Tysons Corner; McLean, VA) *By Metro – Silver Line to Tysons Corner
How: To purchase tickets, visit https://nvite.com/BrockatAmericaEats/brockatamericaeats
The Resolution Social: Washington DC
Thursday, November 20th, 6:30-8:30pm
The Gryphon
Come join me and others for the inaugural Resolution Social: Washington DC! Taking place at The Gryphon in Dupont Circle, this will be an exciting evening dedicated to social entrepreneurship and volunteerism. With a two-hour open bar and a fantastic group of people, come learn about how young leaders around the world are being galvanized to take on the world’s challenges together, today. We hope to see you there! https://resolutionsocialdc.eventbrite.com
THE RESOLUTION PROJECT is a unique pathway to action for aspiring young leaders committed to changing the world. Resolution identifies and empowers undergraduate students around the world who are launching new social ventures, supported by Resolution’s global network of resources. Resolution finds young social entrepreneurs through Social Venture Challenges held at existing youth conferences like the Clinton Global Initiative University, the Youth Assembly at the United Nations, and others. Resolution helps the winners of its competitions to make a positive impact today through Resolution Fellowships. In the words of Chelsea Clinton, “The Resolution Project has shown that socially-responsible young entrepreneurs who want to create a positive change no longer have to wait for tomorrow, but are capable of leading today.” Please see our Resolution Digital Book and our Website for further information on our work and narratives from some of our Fellows.
On Thursday November 20, at 7:30 at Gala Theater (3333 14th St NW), join local filmmakers, boxing stars and musicians for a benefit film screening and after party featuring stories from the world of Lime Lite Boxing and Fitness, a Columbia Heights based non-profit gym and youth program that trains champions and mentors young people.
Into the Lime Lite follows two-time USA Boxing National Champion Malik Jackson as he prepares for a tough match in the Belfast Beltway Classic. Out of the Basement follows Greg Newby as he embarks on a pro-boxing career after a fall from grace. Jackson and Newby train at Lime Lite Boxing and Fitness, a small gym in the heart of Columbia Heights DC that is 100% fueled by local volunteers, grassroots fundraisers and community support. Both films (documentary shorts) feature music from local musicians including Brendan Canty (Fugazi, DeathFix) The Evens and Buildings. The films were made by possible by the Documentary Center at GW and The DC Arts and Humanities Commission.
The after party features food generously donated by The Coupe (Lime Lite Boxing’s neighbor) and music from local DJs. Doors at 7:30. Tickets are $10 and all proceeds will benefit Lime Lite’s boxing and mentoring program.
The Junior League of Washington’s annual fundraising event, Holiday Shops at the Sphinx Club in downtown Washington, D.C., begins Thursday, November 20 through Sunday, November 23. The weekend-long event will offer general shopping hours, including 60 unique specialty boutiques from across the country, and special events, including a silent and live auction.
Proceeds from sponsors, patrons, a silent and live auction, a raffle, and a portion of merchant sales will benefit the mission of the JLW. Last year, the event raised nearly $140,000.
General Shopping tickets are $5 per day and can be purchased by cash or check at the door.
Date: November 20 – November 23, 2014
Location: The Sphinx Club — 1315 K Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20005
Shopping Hours: Friday, November 21, 2014 — 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 22, 2014 — 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, November 23, 2014 — 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Growing in popularity, this year’s Beaujolais & Beyond Festival gathering for the annual wine harvest in France will take place at La Maison Française (at the Embassy of France) on November 21 at 8pm.
In addition to a selection of French breads, cheeses, pâtés and pastries, small plates will be provided by restaurants such as ICI Urban Bistrot and Paul Bakery. Guests will be treated to free-flowing Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau, in addition to a selection of wines from France, Italy, Spain and California (see list below).
To complement the libations, festivities will include a local DJ and dancing, a blind tasting contest, trivia quiz, silent auction featuring French products and a raffle for round-trip tickets to Paris from Air France!
From 7:00 to 8:00 prior to the party, VIP ticket holders will enter the heart of the Embassy to enjoy a private tasting event with respected members and personalities from Washington’s political and professional circles. General Admission starts after 8 pm.
Co-hosted by the Alliance Française de Washington DC & the DC French-American Chamber of Commerce.
Where: La Maison Française at the French Embassy// 4101 Reservoir Rd, NW
When: Friday, November 21 at 8pm
Price: Alliance Française and FACC Members- General $55, VIP $90, Block of 10 $450
General Admission- Standard $65, VIP $110, Block of 10 $550
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beaujolais-and-beyond-celebration-2014-tickets-13138536717
Wine Selection:
All wines are courtesy of Deutsch Family Wines and Spirits
VIP Reception
FRANCE: Ch La Bastide Dauzac
ITALY: Enza Prosecco
USA: Joseph Carr Chardonnay; Joseph Carr Cabernet
Beaujolais and Beyond Celebration
FRANCE : Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Village ; Georges Duboeuf Macon Village ; Jean Descombes; Georges Duboeuf Pouilly Fuissé
WASHINGTON STATE : SKYFALL Pinot Gris, SKYFALL Cabernet Sauvignon
CALIFORNIA : Josh Cellars Legacy, Josh Cellars Sauvignon Blanc California
ITALY : Barone Fini Pinot Grigio, Barone Fini Merlot
Growing in popularity, this year’s Beaujolais & Beyond Festival gathering for the annual wine harvest in France will take place at La Maison Française (at the Embassy of France) on November 21 at 8pm.
In addition to a selection of French breads, cheeses, pâtés and pastries, small plates will be provided by restaurants such as ICI Urban Bistrot and Paul Bakery. Guests will be treated to free-flowing Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau, in addition to a selection of wines from France, Italy, Spain and California (see list below).
To complement the libations, festivities will include a local DJ and dancing, a blind tasting contest, trivia quiz, silent auction featuring French products and a raffle for round-trip tickets to Paris from Air France!
From 7:00 to 8:00 prior to the party, VIP ticket holders will enter the heart of the Embassy to enjoy a private tasting event with respected members and personalities from Washington’s political and professional circles. General Admission starts after 8 pm.
Co-hosted by the Alliance Française de Washington DC & the DC French-American Chamber of Commerce.
Where: La Maison Française at the French Embassy// 4101 Reservoir Rd, NW
When: Friday, November 21 at 8pm
Price: Alliance Française and FACC Members- General $55, VIP $90, Block of 10 $450
General Admission- Standard $65, VIP $110, Block of 10 $550
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beaujolais-and-beyond-celebration-2014-tickets-13138536717
Wine Selection:
All wines are courtesy of Deutsch Family Wines and Spirits
VIP Reception
FRANCE: Ch La Bastide Dauzac
ITALY: Enza Prosecco
USA: Joseph Carr Chardonnay; Joseph Carr Cabernet
Beaujolais and Beyond Celebration
FRANCE : Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Village ; Georges Duboeuf Macon Village ; Jean Descombes; Georges Duboeuf Pouilly Fuissé
WASHINGTON STATE : SKYFALL Pinot Gris, SKYFALL Cabernet Sauvignon
CALIFORNIA : Josh Cellars Legacy, Josh Cellars Sauvignon Blanc California
ITALY : Barone Fini Pinot Grigio, Barone Fini Merlot
The Junior League of Washington’s annual fundraising event, Holiday Shops at the Sphinx Club in downtown Washington, D.C., begins Thursday, November 20 through Sunday, November 23. The weekend-long event will offer general shopping hours, including 60 unique specialty boutiques from across the country, and special events, including a silent and live auction.
Proceeds from sponsors, patrons, a silent and live auction, a raffle, and a portion of merchant sales will benefit the mission of the JLW. Last year, the event raised nearly $140,000.
General Shopping tickets are $5 per day and can be purchased by cash or check at the door.
Date: November 20 – November 23, 2014
Location: The Sphinx Club — 1315 K Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20005
Shopping Hours: Friday, November 21, 2014 — 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 22, 2014 — 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, November 23, 2014 — 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
