Mar
30
Sat
Cherry Blast V @ A Warehouse in NE
Mar 30 @ 12:00 AM – 6:00 AM

A splashy warehouse party that packs MUSIC + MULTIMEDIA ART + PERFORMANCE + FUN AND FRENZY Into a night that will be hard to forget. Produced by The Pink Line Project.

8:00pm til 2:00am, Fri Mar 29 @ 500 Penn St NE, Washington, DC 20002

Cherry Blast has taken place in warehouses in every quadrant of the DC except for Northeast. 2013 is your year, Northeast! Come out to a splashy warehouse party that packs MUSIC + MULTIMEDIA ART + PERFORMANCE + FUN AND FRENZY Into a night that will be hard to forget. Produced by The Pink Line Project. Be there for our fifth year, bigger and better than ever. *Must be 18 years or older to attend this event. Featuring Bands, DJs, Artists and Performers: DNA Theater will be performing. DNA Theatre exposes audiences to a new type of performance that defies definition and traditional performing boundaries. Come watch them fly! Also performing: DJs Chris Netti and Lxsx Frank; Faracuyeah DJs; Jon Kwest and DJ Underdog; Bellflur; Mary Alouette; and Urban Artistry.

price $10

You, Me, Them, Everybody’s Most Eggcellent Country Teatime Jamboree at Strathmore @ Strathmore Mansion
Mar 30 @ 12:00 AM – 3:00 AM

Strathmore goes pinky up with hosts with the mosts Lisa Markuson and Josef Palermo for an egg-paintin’, square-dancin’, photo takin’ Friday Night Eclectic with You, Me, Them, Everybody’s Most Eggcellent Country Teatime Jamboree onFriday, March 29, 2013 in the Mansion. Doors at 8 p.m., rompin’ starts at 8:45 p.m. All good townspeople, break out your seersucker, sundresses, linen suits, bows, bonnets, straw hats and saddle shoes for an all out dance-y, old time-y spring social. Twitter hashtag #teaeggsjam. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (301) 581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org.

The night is anchored by the music and Appalachian square dancing of revival group DC Square Dance Collective, cello mastermind Daniel Frankhuizen and warbling and guitar fromLinsay Deming. In addition, three of D.C.’s premiere comedians take on Easter with unprecedented comedy—including the bizarre and hilarious characters of Adam Friedland, along with D.C.’s brother and sister phenom comedy combo Jenn Tisdale and Andrew Bucket, combining her dark autobiographical humor and his quick improvisational riffs. The creative and ever-wholesome Morgan Hungerford West, aka Pandahead, will lead revelers in craftiness on the Sun Porch with egg painting and portraiture from popular local artists includingElizabeth Graeber and Bryan Minnich, flower crown crafting and other countrified activities. Guests can commemorate the evening in an Easter-themed photo shoot and walk off with the spoils of Strathmore’s Mansion Easter egg hunt.

FNE is what happens when music and visual art collide. True to its namesake, the series embraces and features contemporary music of all genres, from hip-hop to folk rock, alt classical, rap, genre-bending hybrids and emerging sounds from the D.C. area’s best local musicians. The series brings a vibrant lounge atmosphere to the Mansion, with casual seating, bar and nosh. Friday Night Eclectic concerts are the “best reason to trek out of the District” (Express).

You, Me, Them, Everybody’s Most Eggcellent Country Teatime Jamboree Friday, March 29, 2013 Doors at 8 p.m., events at 8:45 p.m. Standing room only

 

 

Apr
3
Wed
Spring Style Event at Tari @ Tari
Apr 3 @ 11:00 PM – Apr 4 @ 1:00 AM

Vini, Vidi, Vici Come|See|Conquer Your Spring Style
A two hour shopping social with complimentary style consultations and 10% off purchases 

 Tari Boutique and featured men’s stylist Grant Harris of Image Granted host An Evening of Spring Style. An interactive shopping social for the high end designer, and vintage lover alike. 

Wednesday, April 3rd from 7pm to 9pm at the contemporary Georgetown area boutique located at 1525 Wisconsin Avenue NW Washington, DC 20007.

Come enjoy complimentary libations from Puro Cafe, with an extended happy hour menu provided exclusively for attendees. All guests will receive 10% off their entire purchase for the night courtesy of Tari

RSVP
http://aneveningofspringstyle.eventbrite.com/

Giveaway
Enter to win a special men’s product box from giveaway sponsor Bespoke Post and 10% off the “Granted” Style System Basic Level Program 

Featured Designers:
Armani
Brioni
Burberry 
Canali 
Charvet
Dolce &Gabbana 
Diesel
Ermenegildo Zegna 
Etro
Fendi
Gianfranco Ferre
Hugo Boss
Hermes
Ike Behar
Karl Lagerdeld
Rag&Bone
Ralph Lauren
Valentino
Zanetti 
 

Apr
4
Thu
JLW & Project Beltway Style Presentation @ Bloomingdale's Chevy Chase
Apr 4 @ 10:30 PM – Apr 5 @ 12:30 AM

Bloomingdale’s Chevy Chase is pleased to welcome members and friends of the Junior League of Washington on Thursday, April 4, 6:30-8:30pm, for a special spring fashion presentation by stylist and editor of Project Beltway, Rachel Cothran.  Guests can enjoy makeovers from Bobbi Brown and hors d’oeuvres and sips from Ridgewells Catering as they watch members of the JLW model the top spring trends and pick up tips on how to incorporate these styles and key pieces into their own wardrobes.

Following the fashion presentation, Junior League members will have the opportunity to shop the store, and ten percent of sales from all purchases will benefit the Junior League of Washington’s efforts to improve literacy throughout the greater metropolitan area of Washington, DC.  In honor of their Centennial, JLW volunteers have committed to purchasing and distributing 100,000 new books to children as part of the RESOLUTION READ program.  Just $5 will buy two new, age-appropriate books for children in the DC area.

The second annual Spring Fashion Seminar for the Junior League of Washington will take place in At Your Service on Floor 2. Tickets are $10.00 in advance for both JLW members and guests; $15.00 onsite. Tickets can be purchased at www.jlw.org.

 

Apr
5
Fri
iona ROZEAL brown FREE Performance @ Corcoran Gallery of Art and College of Art + Design
Apr 5 @ 11:00 PM – Apr 6 @ 1:00 AM

On Friday, April 5 from 7-9 p.m., Washington, D.C. native iona ROZEAL brown will present Battle of Yestermore in a special FREE performance at the Corcoran Gallery of Art and College of Art + Design.

The piece extends the allegories of the artist’s renowned paintings to her first work of live performance. Originally commissioned for the Performa 2011 festival in New York, battle of yestermore draws from the myth-based genres of Kabuki and Noh theater, as well as hip-hop culture and vogueing, made famous in the Harlem ballroom scene of the 1960s. This will be the debut performance of battle of yestermore in Washington, D.C.
Admission to the performance, timed to coincide with the National Cherry Blossom Festival, is free, and preregistration is encouraged. To register, visit http://battleofyestermore.eventbrite.com/.

As a native Washingtonian, Brown was first introduced to Kabuki theatre by her mother, who took her to performances at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. battle of yestermore features performances by vogueing legends Benny Ninja, along with New York hip hop dancers Monstah Black, Beasty, Lady Beast, Monalisa, Katie, Toko and Uko, while brown performs an original sound score accompanied by live musicians. Featuring costumes and creative kimono adaptations by costume stylist Brent Barkhaus, the performance promises to be a spectacular feast for the senses.

Apr
7
Sun
DC Emerging Artists Super Sampler @ The Hamilton LIVE
Apr 7 @ 12:00 AM – 5:30 AM

BrightestYoungThings.com & The Hamilton Present:
The DC Emerging Artists Super Sampler
Vol 1

BYT decided to get a bunch of their favorite local acts to play a few of their best songs at one big massive chaotic show where the stage manager will have a stroke.  Sort of like a non-sucky battle of the bands where everybody wins.  Get your local love fest on with (in no particular order):

Beyond Modern
Shark Week
Reesa Renee
Uno Hype
Black Hills
Ra The MC
The Static
Kid Named Breezy
Track
Drop Electric
Incwell
DJ Steven Faith

Limited quantity early bird tickets on sale now at:
http://dcsampler.eventbrite.com/

Apr
13
Sat
Brunch, Blowouts, and Bubbly @ Nival Salon & Spa
Apr 13 @ 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Please join the Bitches Who Brunch and Nival Salon & Spa for Brunch, Blowouts, and Bubbly. The day will include bottomless mimosas and bellinis, manicures, massages, and face masks, as well as muffins, cupcakes, and fruit tarlets from Something Sweet Bakery.

$20 admission. $50 VIP, which includes a blowout from Nival’s top stylists.

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Nival Salon & Spa, 5481 Wisconsin Ave. N.W., Second Floor, Chevy Chase, Md.

Purchase tickets at: http://beautybrunch2013.eventbrite.com

 

Apr
18
Thu
ART BUZZ Jewelry Trunk Show @ Vera Cruz Gallery
Apr 18 @ 10:30 PM – Apr 19 @ 12:30 AM

DC fashionistas and fellas will peruse hundreds of vintage and newly designed jewelry pieces on April 17, 2013 at the ART BUZZ Jewelry Trunk Show at Vera Cruz Gallery. Jewelry pieces for both men and women will be priced at an affordable $15 to $100. Guests can also enter for the chance to win a signature piece from each designer that evening.

 

Hosted by the DC Arts and Humanities Education Collaborativeboard members Cher Castillo Freeman and Jade Floyd, along with Ora Nwabueze, owner of Vera Cruz Gallery, the ART BUZZ Remix will raise funds for the DC Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative’s Arts for Every Student Program. Guests will also preview the newest exhibition at Vera Cruz Gallery featuring the work of New York based artist Haruto Imamura. 

ART BUZZ is designed to showcase the works of DC designers and actively raise funds for the DC Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative’s Arts for Every Student (AFES) program.

 

AFES provides DC public and chartered schools with access to cultural opportunities throughout the Washington metropolitan area. The DC Collaborative ensures that nearly 30,000 underserved DC public schools benefit from the region’s rich array of arts amenities. They provide free transportation and free tickets to music, dance, and theater experiences; plus trips to The Kennedy Center and museums.

 

$10 donation at the door directly benefits the DC Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative; entry includes one drink ticket and light appetizers. Additional alcohol available for purchase. 

 

WHO:

Designers include:

· April Fish Jewelry

· Calamarie

· Prissy Treasures

· Gail Murdock

· Deidree Bennett 

· Elizabeth Rothschild

· Soyini George

 

Apr
20
Sat
“Party for the People” Afterparty @ Howard Theatre
Apr 20 @ 2:00 AM – 3:45 AM

“Party for the People” – Howard Theatre 2ndAnnual Gala and Benefit Concert After-party in Washington, DC on Friday, April19, 2013.  The Howard Theatre has been dubbed the “Peoples Theatre” since its opening in 1910, providing a venue for both dignitaries and everyday citizens to gather and see both beloved icons and rising stars.

As a way to say “Thank You” to the communitythe after-party is open to the public* and will be hosted and feature entertainment by Vashtie Kola, celebrity DJ, designer, tastemaker and creator of the infamous “1992” event series and listed by Vibe as “31 Most Stylish People Under 31” among names like Kanye West and Rihanna.

Suggested $20 Donation at the Door 

Strict Dress Code: Women – Cocktail / Men – Jackets

Please submit your RSVP via the “Get Tickets” tab on www.howardgalaafterparty.com

Apr
21
Sun
Washington Project for the Arts’ SLEEPOUT @ Capitol Skyline Hotel
Apr 21 @ 1:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Washington Project for the Arts will host the first poolside soiree of the season! The WPA SLEEPOUT pajama-jam will warm-up WPA’s new home at the Capitol Skyline Hotel, 10 I (Eye) Street SW, on Saturday, April 20 from 9 p.m. to 9 a.m.

SLEEPOUT will feature slumber party-themed performances, music, movies, art, and other participatory happenings.

“Bring a tent or sleeping bag, sport some stylish loungewear, and party under the stars with WPA,” said Executive Director Lisa Gold.  “Come for part of the night or stay through breakfast the next morning…either way, we can’t wait to connect with the community in our new home.”

Tickets to SLEEPOUT include two drink tickets, in addition to s’mores and storytelling, late-night movie-screenings, nighttime traditions such as
karaoke with Jeremy Flick. DJ’s Patrick White and Sean Peoples of Fatback will spin funk and soul to get the party started, and artist Megan Blafas will set the slumber scene.

Washington Project for the Arts ● Capitol Skyline Hotel 10 I (eye) St. SW, Washington, DC 20024 ● Tel: 202-234-7103 ● Fax: 202-234-7106 ● www.wpadc.org

*In February, WPA took up temporary residence in a suite on the fourth floor of the Capitol Skyline Hotel for the next year as the organization finalizes plans for securing a long-term location to house both administrative and exhibition space.