May
9
Fri
Do Good Summit @ Wonder Bread Factory Building
May 9 @ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Think Local First’s 3rd annual
DO GOOD SUMMIT

May 9, 2013 – 8 to 5 p.m.
Wonder Bread Factory Building in Shaw
www.dogoodsummit.com

Do Good Summit is a one-day, intensive, interactive conference for entrepreneurs, innovators, small business owners, advocates, and change makers who believe in the power of doing good AND doing well. Workshops, panels and speakers will teach entrepreneurs how to run successful businesses with streamlined, innovative operations while maintaining a positive social and environmental impact.

Heurich House Museum Executive Director, Kim Bender (@the_location), will moderate “The Business of History in Washington, DC”, a Do Good Summit panel discussion about how the local history of the Capital is woven through the fabric of local business, and how to leverage and celebrate that history to make your business stronger.  Anna Kahoe, Owner, Good Wood & Blagden Alley Social Club (@ark67), Nizam Ali, Co-Owner, Ben’s Chili Bowl & Ben’s Next Door (@benschilibowl), and Thor Cheston, Co-Founder, Right Proper Brewery (@ThorCheston), will talk about their experiences.

 

Runway Moms for a Cause @ Renaissance Hotel Dupont Circle
May 9 @ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The 2nd “Runway Moms for a Cause” (RMFC) fundraiser celebration, created by L~Shandi designer Lara Akinsaya, will take place on May 9th at the Renaissance Washington, DC Dupont Circle Hotel. The 2014 event will also include media partner Washingtonian MOM magazine.  Labeled a fashion statement for Global Goodwill, RMFC is a runway show for philanthropists to take a stance on issues that affect children in America and abroad while lending a helping hand towards a solution.
 
This year over 200 guests, that are representative of DC’s elite business leaders, dignitaries and global media, will have the opportunity to participate in a silent auction during the opening cocktail reception. Additionally, the event will feature a raffle of donated items that will benefit the 2014 participating charity – Kidsave, a DC-based 501c3 organization with the mission to create change so forgotten orphanage and foster kids grow up in families and are connected to caring adults.
 
The evening’s Power Mom runway show featured event will open with a special live band performance by Stellar/Dove Award Nominated Gospo-Fella Recording Artist Tanya Dallas-Lewis and achildren’s runway presentation by Elizabeth St. John Couture. Participating Power Moms will be dressed in custom L~Shandi designs and jewelry by Carmen Eliam.
 
Tickets can be purchased at: www.RunwayMoms.org
 
The event is produced by Maggy Francois (www.maggyfrancois.com).
WHAT:  L-Shandi creator Lara Akinsaya presents 2nd Runway Moms for a Cause
 
WHO:  Participants include event MC Lauren Rothman, Styleauteur and Author of Style Bible: What to Wear to Work and the following DC Power Moms:
 
  • Alexandria Lawson Baker, Model/Real Estate
  • Monica Byrd, Baby Bash and Bling
  • Neneh Diallo, Founder, Stiletto Moms
  • Sonya Gavankar, TV Host, News Channel 8
  • Margaret and Victoria Heimbold, Kidsave Intnernational
  • Solé , Multi-platinum R&B Singer
  • Maimah Karmo, Founder, Tigerlily Foundation
  • Aba Kwawu, Founder, The Aba Agency
  • Jessica McFadden, Founder, A Parent in America
  • Elaine Mensah, Founder, Svelte LLC
  • Laura Michelle, Model
  • Dr. Katy Nelson, Host, The Pet Show
  • Stara Pezeshkian, Stylist and Founder, StaraGlam
  • Wendy Pittman, Founder, My Bougie Baby
  • Maurisa Potts, Founder, Spotted MP
  • Dr. Haleh Saber, Pharmacologist
  • Afua Sam, Owner/Designer, Studio D’Maxsi
  • Julie Silard Kantor, CSO, Barrel of Jobs
  • Christine St. Vil, Founder, Moms ‘N Charge
  • Maureen Umeh, Award winning Anchor/Fox 5 News
  • Souny West, Founder, W Salon
 
WHEN:                Friday, May 9, 2014
                             7:00PM – 10:00PM
 
WHERE:             Renaissance Hotel DuPont Circle
                           1143 New Hampshire Ave., NW
                           Washington, DC
 
 
SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience @ National Building Museum
May 9 @ 11:30 PM – May 10 @ 3:00 AM
Presented by the Brewers Association (BA), SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience is the premier beer and food pairing event in the U.S. Following its New York City debut in 2013, the seventh annual SAVOR returns to Washington, D.C. Attendees will enjoy beers from 76 small and independent American craft breweries, hailing from 29 different states and representing all regions of the country. Along with innovative and flavorful craft beers, SAVOR offers a diverse and delicious array of food pairings designed by Brewers Association culinary consultant Chef Adam Dulye, co-owner/chef of San Francisco’s The Monk’s Kettle and The Abbot’s Cellar. Additionally, the notable personalities behind each of the craft beer brands come to the front lines at SAVOR as they serve and mingle with guests and participate in educational and private tasting salons throughout the two nights.
When: Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10, 20147:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET
Where: National Building Museum
401 F Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20001
Why: As small and independent American craft brewers continue to push the envelope with ingredients and flavors, craft beer endures in the epicurean world. SAVOR showcases the harmonies between craft beer and food, with expertly executed pairings. Delight your palate while interacting with the leaders and visionaries behind many of today’s craft beer brands.
TicketInfo: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

American Homebrewers Association and Brewers Association Member Pre-Sale: March 25, 2014Public Sale: March 26, 2014 Grand Tasting Ticket ($135 per ticket) includes:

 

  • Craft beer and food (small plate) pairings—a variety of food items and two-ounce tastings of craft beer
  • The opportunity to meet and talk with many luminaries and innovators of the craft beer world
  • A commemorative tasting glass
  • An event program with room for tasting notes
  • An exit gift

 

Grand Tasting + Salon Package Ticket ($155 per ticket) includes:

 

  • Entrance to Grand Tasting
  • One private tasting salon of your choice

 

*SAVOR ticket sales are limited to two tickets per night, per order. There is limited availability.

 2014 Extras:

 

  • This year, 66 percent of the participating breweries will be different from the last edition. Additionally, 62 percent of this year’s breweries were not at SAVOR in 2012, the last time the event was held in the nation’s capital. Participating breweries are selected via lottery.

 

Website: SavorCraftBeer.com
Paris Hilton at Echostage @ EchoStage
May 9 @ 10:00 PM – 11:59 PM

On Friday, May 9, DC’s newest concert venue Echostage (2135 Queens Chapel Rd. NE, DC. www.echostage.com) will host Paris Hilton, for her first-ever DJ set in the nation’s capital. Tickets to see The Heiress start at $20. District high-rollers and true Hilton fans can get their own royal treatment with Echostage’s VIP-table service

Hilton will takeover Echostage, spinning her hottest tracks from “Nothing In This World” to “Last Night,” among other popular hits. Carlos Melangé will open for the international mega-star and the night will end with a performance by George Acosta. With over 20 years of experience as a DJ and producer, Acosta is a driving force in the EDM industry.

May
10
Sat
Imagination Stage Children’s Ball @ Imagination Stage
May 10 @ 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Just Imagine…The Annual Children’s Ball: The Clock Strikes Fun, chaired by M. Celeste Bruce and Anne Mead, is Imagination Stage’s Gala exclusively for children! This fun-filled afternoon will include a performance of Cinderella: the Remix, rooms full of unique activities, family-oriented raffle baskets and auction items, and a celebratory buffet reception.
 
Just Imagine…The Annual Children’s Ball: The Clock Strikes Fun takes place at Imagination Stage on Saturday, May 10, at 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $80 for individuals,and family packages start at $275. They may be purchased online atwww.imaginationstage.org/support-us/gala, at the Imagination Stage box office, or via phone at 301-280-1626.
 
Providing the theme for the event is Imagination Stage’s world premiere production of Cinderella: the Remix – a hip-hop version of the beloved fairytale set in the land of Hip-Hop-Hollywood, where girls are not allowed to DJ, only thing Cinderella wants to do. She disguises herself as a boy, and gets the gig to spin at J Prince’s super-cool Jam. Will she be found out when the clock strikes twelve?
 
After the performance, children and families are invited to participate in activities such as hip-hop dance lessons, chalk graffiti, and DJ-ing a happening dance party (with the magic of green screen). There will also be dancing, craft opportunities, and other exciting surprises.
 
Additionally, the Children’s Ball will include raffle baskets and silent auction items geared towards families and children, including behind-the-scenes opportunities at Imagination Stage, tickets for family-friendly activities and events, and other unique family experiences.
 
Just Imagine…The Annual Children’s Ball: The Clock Strikes Fun
Schedule:
·       4:00 p.m. – Doors Open
·       4:30 p.m. – Performance of Cinderella: the Remix
·       5:30-7:00 p.m. – Activities, Buffet Reception, and Silent Auction
Tickets: $80 for individuals or $275 and up for family packages. Sponsorships begin at $1,000.
Recommended for families with children ages 4 – 12.
 
Imagination Stage
·       4908 Auburn Avenue, Bethesda, MD
·       Parking:  Metered parking in the adjacent public parking garage; parking is FREE on weekends
·       Metro:  Red Line / Bethesda Station
 
About Imagination Stage
Founded in 1979, Imagination Stage is a 501(c)(3) organization that’s mission is to inspire creativity through theatre and arts education programs that nurture, challenge, and empower young people of all abilities. It offers year-round professional theatre for young audiences and classes in creative drama/acting, musical theatre, dance, and filmmaking for ages 1-18.
“Side Yards” Spectacle @ The Yards Park
May 10 @ 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

COME ONE, COME ALL!

ASTONISHING ‘SIDE YARDS’ SPECTACLE HITS DC

Sword Swallowers, Acrobats, Fire Breathers and More

Head to The Yards Riverfront on May 10

 WHO:              The Yards Park, DC’s leading riverfront living, shopping and dining destination. 

WHAT:            The first ever sideshow extravaganza Side Yards at The Yards, located on the Anacostia Riverfront. The day of amusement and wonder invites locals to let their freak flag fly while taking in the sights and sounds of the DC area’s top circus performers. Three stages of entertainment will showcase the terrifying talents of contortionists, magicians, jugglers, fire breathers, sword swallowers and more. The event will also feature live concerts throughout the evening with music by Drop Electric, Shark Week, and U.S. Royalty. Delicious food on the boardwalk, a photo booth, body painter, fortuneteller, and beer garden by Bluejacket will round out the evening’s carnival delights.

                        WHEN:           Saturday, May 10 | 5:00-10:00PM

WHERE:         Yards Park | 355 Water Street SE | Washington, DC 20003. Directions here: www.TheYardsDC.com/explore/map

WHY:              To enjoy a spring evening along the Anacostia Riverfront in the shadow of Nationals Stadium—and to see why The Yards is fast becoming one of the most exciting neighborhoods in the city.

HOW:             The event is open to the public and free to attend.

SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience @ National Building Museum
May 10 @ 11:30 PM – May 11 @ 3:00 AM
Presented by the Brewers Association (BA), SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience is the premier beer and food pairing event in the U.S. Following its New York City debut in 2013, the seventh annual SAVOR returns to Washington, D.C. Attendees will enjoy beers from 76 small and independent American craft breweries, hailing from 29 different states and representing all regions of the country. Along with innovative and flavorful craft beers, SAVOR offers a diverse and delicious array of food pairings designed by Brewers Association culinary consultant Chef Adam Dulye, co-owner/chef of San Francisco’s The Monk’s Kettle and The Abbot’s Cellar. Additionally, the notable personalities behind each of the craft beer brands come to the front lines at SAVOR as they serve and mingle with guests and participate in educational and private tasting salons throughout the two nights.
When: Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10, 20147:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET
Where: National Building Museum
401 F Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20001
Why: As small and independent American craft brewers continue to push the envelope with ingredients and flavors, craft beer endures in the epicurean world. SAVOR showcases the harmonies between craft beer and food, with expertly executed pairings. Delight your palate while interacting with the leaders and visionaries behind many of today’s craft beer brands.
TicketInfo: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

American Homebrewers Association and Brewers Association Member Pre-Sale: March 25, 2014Public Sale: March 26, 2014 Grand Tasting Ticket ($135 per ticket) includes:

 

  • Craft beer and food (small plate) pairings—a variety of food items and two-ounce tastings of craft beer
  • The opportunity to meet and talk with many luminaries and innovators of the craft beer world
  • A commemorative tasting glass
  • An event program with room for tasting notes
  • An exit gift

 

Grand Tasting + Salon Package Ticket ($155 per ticket) includes:

 

  • Entrance to Grand Tasting
  • One private tasting salon of your choice

 

*SAVOR ticket sales are limited to two tickets per night, per order. There is limited availability.

 2014 Extras:

 

  • This year, 66 percent of the participating breweries will be different from the last edition. Additionally, 62 percent of this year’s breweries were not at SAVOR in 2012, the last time the event was held in the nation’s capital. Participating breweries are selected via lottery.

 

Website: SavorCraftBeer.com
May
11
Sun
Mother’s Day Centennial Luncheon @ Willard Intercontinental
May 11 @ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Mother’s Day with a Centennial Luncheon at the Willard InterContinental Hotel,
two blocks from the White House, for the benefit of
The President Woodrow Wilson House.
 
The Mother’s Day Centennial Luncheon– The President Woodrow Wilson House with support of the Willard InterContinental, offers a luncheon with dessert buffet for $100 per person, $40 for children 11 and under (children under 3 free) to benefit the President’s historic residence in Washington, D.C. Celebrate the mothers in your life, as well as the centennial of this national holiday, amidst the lavish décor of the Crystal Room. Live music, vintage fashions and an indoor-floral stand will create a one of a kind experience to enjoy with friends and family.
 
 

 

May
12
Mon
Free Portgual. The Man Concert at National Zoo @ Smithsonian National Zoo
May 12 @ 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM

WHAT:          Portgual. The Man will perform a free stripped down concert at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo as part of the #EndangeredSong campaign.

WHEN:          Monday, May 12
6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
(Please note: The band goes on promptly at 6:30 p.m. Media may arrive at 5:30 p.m.)

WHERE:       Band Shell at Lion/Tiger Hill
Smithsonian’s National Zoo
3001 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, D.C. 20008

WHO:             Portgual. The Man
Great Cats Team, Smithsonian’s National Zoo

The Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute and National Zoo and indie band Portgual. The Man launched the #EndangeredSong Project April 22, Earth Day 2014. The analog meets digital outreach campaign has been raising awareness about the critically endangered Sumatran tiger and the need for conservation efforts. The Zoo and the band distributed a previously unreleased song titled “Sumatran Tiger” to 400 social media influencers on 400 custom polycarbonate records, which will degrade after a certain amount of plays. With no other copies in existence, the 400 participants were tasked with digitizing and “breeding” the song through their social channels with #EndangeredSong.

Portugal. The Man will begin their performance promptly at 6:30 p.m. There is no opening act. The Great Cats team at the Zoo will be available to answer questions about Sumatran tigers—including the three living there—and conservation. Food and beverages will be available for purchase during the concert. The Zoo’s Speedwell Conservation Carousel will play music by Portugal. The Man that evening to celebrate the Endangered Song Project.

 

May
15
Thu
Jete Society “May 2014 Happy Hour” @ Graham Hotel
May 15 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

“May 2014 Happy

Hour”

Where: The Graham Hotel, 1075 Thomas Jefferson Street NW

Washington, DC

When: Thursday, May 15th

Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm

, 2014

A percentage of all event sales will

be donated directly to the ballet on

behalf of The Graham.

Learn more about Jete and The Washington Ballet while sipping on a delicious cocktail at District Two

for The Washington Ballet’s Jete Society End-of-Season Happy Hour. To commemorate the close of

another successful season, we invite all young professionals to come and enjoy The Graham Hotel’s scenic

Observatory roof top bar and lounge, featuring stunning views of the Kennedy Center, the Washington

Monument, and historic Georgetown.

Reservations will be required for entry. Please RSVP to ensure admittance to the event. We look forward

to seeing you as we grab a drink or two for a good cause, as 10% of the evening’s alcohol sales will go to and

benefit the Washington School of Ballet Student Scholarship Fund!