Pack your picnic and head to summer camp under the starts. Enjoy a truly Divine summer evening, atDivas Outdoors: Classic Films Under the Stars, watching John Water’s cult classic Hairspray on the Lunar Lawn at Hillwood Estate,Museum & Gardens, Friday, July 24, 2015 at 7 pm.
This high-spirited night begins with picnic spreads across the lawn, all vying for the top spot in the best picnic spread competition. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, and creative and delectable picnics inspired by the sophisticated setting at Hillwood. Additionally, dinner from Hillwood’s café will be available for pre-order. Please note Hillwood’s liquor license does not permit outside alcohol. Therefore, guests are welcome to augment their personal feast with Hillwood’s special signature champagne cocktail, beer, wine, or champagne, all available for purchase onsite.
The evening also includes strolls through the splendid gardens and the opportunity to tour the special exhibition, Ingenue to Icon: 70 Years of Fashion from the Collection of Marjorie Merriweather Post. The first exhibition at Hillwood to present Post’s full range of style, Ingenue to Icon examines how Post’s lifelong passion for objects that were exceptionally beautiful and impeccably constructed extended to her taste for clothing.
Around 8:45 pm John Water’s 1988 Hairspray will begin. The film stars Ricki Lake, as the pleasantly plump teenager Tracy Turnblad who lands a coveted role as a regular on The Corny Collins Dance Show. Her moves and her self-confidence make her a teen hero, and she becomes a proud spokesman for the Hefty Hideaway, along with her mother Edna (Divine), Tracy uses her newfound fame to fight racial segregation on the Corny Collins Show. This campy classic is sure to inspire laughter, fun and even dancing across the lawn.
The Dina Merrill Film Program and Divas Outdoors
Hillwood serves as a fitting venue for the presentation of classic films, as they and their stars recall not only a golden age of film, but also a time of grand living that was celebrated by Hillwood founder and Washington social figure Marjorie Merriweather Post. Every Divas Outdoors film had it, theatrical debut around the time that Post resided and entertained at Hillwood. Without fail a gracious host, Post added asplendid wing to the mansion after she purchased the estate in 1955 that, among other types of entertaining, allowed her to screen movies for her guests. In 2010, Dina Merrill Hartley (Dina Merrill), actress, philanthropist, and Post’s youngest daughter, made a gift to support film programs at Hillwood so her mother’s long-standing tradition could be continued.
GENERAL INFORMATION
| What | Divas Outdoors: Classic Films Under the Stars Featuring Hairspray |
| When | Friday, July 24. 2015
Gates open at 7 pm 7-8:30 pm: Mansion and Ingenue to Icon: 70 Years of Fashion from the Collection of Marjorie Merriweather Post open for touring 7-9:45 pm: Hillwood Café open 8-8:30 pm: Best Picnic spread judging; winners announced before the film Film begins around 8:45 pm |
| Price | $20, $10 Members |
| Information/Reservations | www.HillwoodMuseum.org or call (202) 686-5807 |
Currently opening the Anything Goes tour with Florida Georgia Line, ultra-talented Warner Bros. Records’ Frankie Ballard will bring positive vibes and catchy tunes to eager country music fans at Jiffy Lube Live Amphitheater in Bristow, VA on Saturday, July 25. The singer will have fans on their feet with his energetic, guitar-fueled set, including his #1 GOLD smashes, “Sunshine & Whiskey,” “Helluva Life” and his current Top-15-and-climbing hit, “Young & Crazy.”
For tickets and more information click here.
“With a trio of radio hits — ‘Helluva Life,’ ‘Sunshine and Whiskey’ and current single
‘Young and Crazy’ — at his disposal and an entertainer’s sensibility, the singer-guitarist came off like a headliner in the making.” – ROLLING STONE COUNTRY
Talented singer-guitarist Frankie Ballard, who Rolling Stone hails as “required listening,” is on the rise with his current album SUNSHINE & WHISKEY (Warner Bros. Records) delivering consecutive #1, GOLD-certified smashes “Helluva Life” and “Sunshine & Whiskey” and debuting Top 5 on the Billboard Country Albums Chart upon release. Moving to Nashville in 2009 from Battle Creek, MI, to pursue music, Ballard drew on his working class values, performing every chance he could, honing his guitar and songwriting skills to create a unique blend of blues-infused, country rock. He steadily built a loyal fan base and took the time to grow as an artist and an individual. All of these experiences culminated in selling over 1.5 million tracks to date. A road warrior, Ballard has previously opened for Taylor Swift, Jake Owen, Rascal Flatts, Kenny Chesney and longtime idol Bob Seger.
For more information on Ballard, a list of tour dates and more, visit FrankieBallard.com.
Ballard’s SUNSHINE & WHISKEY is now available on iTunes.
WHEN: Saturday, July 25
Show starts at 7PM
WHERE: Jiffy Lube Live Amphitheater
7800 Cellar Door Dr,
Bristow, VA 20136
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With nearly 500 attendees at its first event, the Taste of National Harbor charity event returns to Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center on June 27 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Set along the banks of the Potomac River at the Washington, D.C. regions only waterfront hotel, proceeds of the event will benefit Children’s National Health System, the local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital (CMNH) whose main goal is to provide the best possible health care for local kids.
The resort will host the areas local restaurants and brands to showcase the gourmet cuisine visitors can enjoy in National Harbor.
A growing culinary destination, attendees can enjoy a variety of gourmet food samples from the Harbor’s award-winning restaurants paired with domestic wines and craft beers in the hotel’s 19-story glass atrium.
With views of the sun setting over Old Town Alexandria and The Capital Wheel observation wheel, guests can enter-to-win door prizes, watch a “perfect pour” demonstration by Stella Artois and more.
“Children’s National was thrilled with the success of the first Taste of National Harbor event, having raised more than $40,000 for our organization,” said Patricia Jasper-Zellner, Director of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals at Children’s National. “It is wonderful to see all of these industry leaders come together to support our mission again this year.”
Participating restaurants and brands include AC Lounge, Barefoot Wines, Cadillac Ranch, Country Vinters, Granite City Food and Brewery, McLoone’s Pier House, Nando’s Peri-Peri, National Pastime Sports Bar and Grill, New Columbia Distillers, Old Hickory Steakhouse, PEEPS and Company, Pienza Marketplace, The Cocoa Bean, The Sunset Room by Wolfgang Puck, The Walrus Oyster and Ale House and more.
The Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals also will announce their new “Champion” ambassador for 2015 during the event. Champions are children selected to share their stories throughout the year in their state, illustrating why children’s hospitals need local charitable support.
The Taste of National Harbor charity event costs $45* per person for pre-purchased tickets and $50* per person the day of the event with proceeds benefiting the Children’s Miracle Network Hospital.
The Georgetown Safeway is celebrating National Chicken Wing Day with its first annual Chicken Wing Eating Contest. Ten contestants from around the country and the area will square off to see who can stomach the most chicken wings in the allotted five minute time period to win the grand prize of $250 cash and a $250 Safeway Card. This year, #7 ranked Gentleman Joe Menchetti of Connecticut will be going up against hometown favorite and #8 ranked Mike “Muchin” Longo of Dumfries, Virginia.
Featured Contestants:
“Gentlemen” Joe Menchetti, Hartford, CT, Featured on America’s Got Talent eating 5 pizzas in 90 seconds
Mike “munchin” Longo, Dumfries, VA, holds the National Record for Italian Ice with 4 pounds 1.25 ounces
Ian “the Invader” Hickman, Rosslyn, VA, 9 pound burger in 9 minutes
Prizes: First place- $250 cash and $250 Safeway Gift Card, second place- $100 cash and $100 Safeway Gift Card, third place- $50 cash and $50 Safeway Gift Card, fourth place- $50 Safeway Gift Card, fifth place – $25 Safeway Gift Card.
Free Food for Spectators: Following the contest, all spectators will be treated to free Safeway chicken wings.
Date/Time: Wednesday, July 29th, 2015
Pre-event media interviews begin at 12pm
Contest begins at 12:30PM
Location: Georgetown Safeway, 1855 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC
RSVP: Kenny Fried of Brotman•Winter•Fried at kfried@aboutbwf.com or 202.468.8200
Information: www.safewaychickenwingcontest.com
Lindy Promotions & Miller Lite are teaming up once again to bring back the most exciting summer tradition, The 5th Annual Dewey Beach Scavenger Hunt.
The Dewey Beach Scavenger Hunt is only one week away, on August 1st from 12- 8pm. Teams will compete against each other to earn as many points as possible by collecting random items, taking pictures at different landmarks, visiting bars and answering trivia at wildest scavenger hunt ever seen.
Pre and post-parties are held around the Hunt itself. The registration/pre-party will be held from 12-2pm at The Starboard. After a 4-hour scavenger hunt throughout Dewey, teams will return to The Starboard for the post-party, where they can continue the party and be judged and awarded prizes.
Prizes this year include Maryland Football tickets, Six Flags America Tickets, Medieval Times Tickets, gift certificates and much more! All participants will also receive a special event koozie!
Teams can consist of between four and eight people (all must be 21+). Team themes and costumes are greatly encouraged. Registration is currently just $50/team.
In previous years the event has had over 400 participants and this year is expected to be even bigger and better. Bars participating are some of Deweys hotspots including The Starboard, Gary’s DBG, Woody’s, Port, Scully’s, The Lighthouse, Nalu, Whiskey Beach BBQ, Que Pasa, Grotto’s, McShea’s & Hammerheads.
For full details and to register a team, go to www.lindypromo.com or contact Lindy Promotions at 301-652-7712.
A burger-themed trophy will be awarded to one lucky winner at the end of the culinary competition.
Pitmaster Rob Sonderman and the DCity Smokehouse team are halting operations at 8 Florida Avenue NW for just one day as they partner with Mess Hall for Barbecue World, an all-inclusive mid-summer soiree.
This highly anticipated summertime celebration will highlight DC’s best BBQ professionals, brews, music, specialty cocktails, and most importantly – food. Unlimited food.
In addition to the DCity Smokehouse team, BBQ World will also showcase Joe Neuman from Sloppy Mama’s. Not only can guests expect ribs, brisket and DCity’s beloved half-smokes and dozens of yummy sides, attended will also be treated Logan’s sausages, brews from kegs of DC Brau, games, and contests in an indoor-outdoor interactive event. Westray’s Finest Ice Cream will rollout their brand new ice cream truck to help keep party goers cool. Westray’s has linked up with One Eight Distilling and Tory Pratt of True Tonics to create booze milkshakes.
In true DC fashion, the BBQ party highlight some of the most popular and renowned brands around DC, but it’s also for a great cause. Mess Hall will donate a percentage of ticket sales to Miriam’s Kitchen.
About DCity Smokehouse
While small in size, DCity Smokehouse restaurant is big in flavor! The current location in Truxton Circle (8 Florida Avenue NW) first opened in October 2013 and quickly became known for serving up “DC style BBQ” cuisine and has received much attention and numerous awards for everything from their ribs to the popular half-smokes, the Meaty Palmer sandwich (voted best sandwich in town) and their delicious sides like the crispy brussels sprouts and green chile cheddar grits. DCity Smokehouse is looking to expand later this year with their new full-service restaurant DCity Smokehouse Taphouse in the Bloomingdale neighborhood.
About Mess Hall
Mess Hall is a unique culinary incubator, born out of a 10,000 square foot warehouse and a need for commercial kitchen space in the city. Shared by food professionals who come together to cook share and collaborate, Mess Hall also houses premium event space with an open demonstration kitchen. The space is often used for pop-up restaurant concepts or other events that revolve around local food concepts. Mess Hall also provides exclusive resources, support, and innovative programs to help pave a path to success for its Members. The facility is located at 703 Edgewood Street, NE, in the historic Edgewood section of Washington, DC – and a 10 minute walk from either Brookland or Rhode Island Avenue Metro Stations.
Location:
Mess Hall
703 Edgewood St, NE
Washington, DC 20017
Date/Time:
Sunday, August 2nd, 2-5pm
Tickets:
$60-$80
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mess-hall-presents-bbq-world-tickets-17752921466?ref=estw
*We do not expect to have tickets at the door as this is likely to sell out
Connect:
#BBQWorld
The Block Party will take place in a warm, Sunday-afternoon setting in the courtyard at the Logan Fringe Arts Space, with drinks served at the bar. A special bourbon-and-bitters cocktail, “Honey, I’m Home,” will be available at just $9 for a pint glass. It will be an energizing, dance-inducing day of music—and an exciting way to spend a summer afternoon, whether folks are coming from brunch, from church, or just rolling out of bed.
Plus: Marc Cary will lead a free go-go/jazz master class for youth at Union Arts on the morning of Aug. 9. Info on that program is available here, and it will run from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
Marc Cary’s Rhodes Ahead / The Moment / Nag Champa
