The Chris4Life Colon Cancer Foundation will host its annual Blue Hope Bash to raise colon cancer awareness on Thursday, October 16, from 6:00-10:00PM at the Four Seasons Hotel, in Washington, D.C. The theme this year is “Beyond The Limits” – elevating the awareness and need to talk about colorectal cancer, the prevention measures and research advancements. An evening of hope, inspiration and celebration will feature live entertainment by Sound Impact, speeches from notable VIP’s, dinner, signature cocktails, silent auction, local business leaders, celebrities and inspirational stories from colon cancer survivors.
Honorary Co-Chairs and special guest that will be in attendance include U.S. Congressman Mark Warner (D-VA), Congressman Donald Payne Jr. (D-NJ), Delegate Eleanor Holmes-Norton (D-DC), Congressman Henry Waxman (D-CA), Dr. John Marshall (Chief of Hematology/Oncology at Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center), Dr. Louis Weiner (Director of Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center), Dr. Patrick G. Jackson (Chief of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Georgetown University Hospital), Dr. Sandra Swain (Medical Director Washington Cancer Institute at MedStar Washington), Michael Jakaitis (Morning Drive Editor, WTOP News), andMichelle Money (ABC’s Bachelor in Paradise).
The event will be emceed by Dan Shapiro, Ph.D. the Garner James Kline Professor of Humanities in Medicine and the Chair of the Department of Humanities at Penn State College of Medicine. Shapiro has written three books, Moms Marijuana, about his personal cancer experience, and a second memoir, Delivering Doctor Amelia, which focused on his psychological treatment of a physician. His third book, And in Health, focuses on thriving as a couple in the face of cancer was released in May, 2013 and featured in the New York Times soon after.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Chris4Life Colon Cancer Foundation, which is dedicated to finding a cure for colon cancer by funding and facilitating cutting edge research programs across the nation.
2014 Blue Hope Bash sponsors include Genentech, Medstar Georgetown Hospital, Sanofi, ABC7/WJLA-TV, News Channel 8, WTOP News 103.5FM, Bisnow, Covidien GI Solutions, Barrick Gold, Boston Biomedical, The Sampson Foundation and Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery.
EVENT DETAILS
What: Chris4Life Colon Cancer Foundation – 4th Annual Blue Hope Bash
Presented by: Chris4Life Colon Cancer Foundation
When: October 16, 2014
Where: Four Seasons Hotel, 2800 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, D.C.
Time: 6:00-10:30 PM (6PM Cocktail Reception, 7:30PM Dinner, Auctions, Presentations & Entertainment
Website: http://www.chris4life.org/bluehopebash/
Social: @chris4cure #bluehopebash #loveyourbutt
Event Tickets: Range from $250-$1,000. Sponsorship opportunities also available.
Attire: ‘Something Blue’ Cocktail Attire
What: Go Formal for Justice Gala
When: Saturday, October 18th; 8 pm to 12 pm
Where: Mayer Brown, LLP, 1999 K Street, NW, Washington DC 20006
Who: DC Bar Foundation Young Lawyers Network
Why: To support civil legal services
Purchase Tickets: http://goformalforjustice14.eventbrite.com
Questions? goformal@dcbarfoundation.org
Back for its second year after the sell-out success of last year’s inaugural event, and kicking off National Pro Bono Week, the DC Bar Foundation Young Lawyers Network presents Go Formal for Justice 2014, the hottest ticket in town for DC’s young lawyers. A fantastic excuse for a date night, or a chance to mix, mingle, and have a fun night out, this year’s Go Formal will feature an open bar, dancing to music from Crazy in Stereo, light hors d’oeuvres and desserts, auction, photo booth, tarot card reader, liquor tasting, and more!
Proceeds from the event will go to the DC Bar Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the leading private funder of civil legal services in the District of Columbia, and contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law. For questions or information about a public interest price, contact goformal@dcbarfoundation.org.
The 2014 Georgetown Gala, the annual black tie Citizens Association of Georgetown (CAG) event that brings together over 400 residents, organizations, businesses, and politicos to celebrate Georgetown and CAG’s mission of historic preservation and improving the life of the community, will be held on Friday, October 24.
The event will be held at the stunning Italian Embassy on Whitehaven Street. Ambassador and Mrs. Claudio Bisogniero will be Honorary Chairs. The “Fly Me to the Moon” theme will give the gala a cool Rat Pack/Mad Men vibe in its cocktails, gourmet Italian dinner buffet, fabulous entertainment, unique live auction items, and hip After Party.
The honorees, Jack and Michele Evans are long-time Georgetown residents and activists. Jack Evans, is D.C Council’s longest serving councilmember having representing Ward 2 since 1991. Jack serves as chair of the Committee on Finance and Revenue, which oversees the District’s finances, including tax policy. In addition to earning a reputation as one of DC’s toughest budget and tax stewards, Jack has used this committee to secure approval of many major legislative tax reforms including: reducing tax rates, simplifying DC’s antiquated tax code and establishing incentives for businesses.
Co-Chairs Jennifer Altemus, Colleen Girouard and Robin Jones along with their committee, are putting together the evening’s entertainment to include crooner Danny Meyers and his DC Love band playing dance music during cocktails and dinner, a live auction featuring FOX News Commentator, Griff Jenkins , followed by DJ Trophy Brothers upping the tempo for more
The Gala’s honorary chairs are: Ambassador and Mrs. Claudio Bisogniero, The Honorable Eleanor Holmes Norton, The Honorable Selwa “Lucky” Roosevelt, Senator and Mrs. Joseph Lieberman, and John J. DeGioia, President of Georgetown University.
Back by popular demand, the Gala will extend into the night with an After Party at the Embassy, starting at 10:30 PM. The host committee is busy planning a soiree that riffs on the Gala’s mid- century theme: expect good music, good dancing, a well-stocked open bar, and lots of late night
Noche de Pasión: The Tango Soirée
Saturday, November 8, 2014
Organization of American States
Join me, the members of The Washington Ballet’s Women’s Committee, Jeté Society and Latino Dance Fund Host Committee for Noche de Pasión: The Tango Soirée on Saturday, November 8, 2014. This inaugural event will benefit TWB’s scholarship programs and the Latino Dance Fund as well as celebrate TWB’s fall repertory program “Masterworks,” showcasing 5 Tangos by world-renowned choreographer, Hans van Manen, among other works.
Noche de Pasión: The Tango Soirée will take place at the stunning Organization of American States, which will be transformed into a sultry Buenos Aires Tango club, full of drama, passion and intrigue. At the VIP reception hosted by TWB’s Artistic Director Septime Webre and members of the diplomatic community, patrons will sip signature “Evita” champagne cocktails and have an opportunity to mix and mingle with dancers who have benefited from the Latino Dance Fund. Following the VIP reception, guests attending the main party will enjoy an exclusive performance by The Washington Ballet, sample the finest in South American wines and spirits, savor delectable Argentine-inspired cuisine, bid on “Super Silent Auction” items and be part of the best dance party to hit Washington, DC in decades. The event will bring together a dynamic group of hundreds of leaders across business, arts, politics, community and culture.
To purchase tickets, click here: http://www.washingtonballet.org/contribute/special-events/noche-de-pasion-the-tango-soiree_copy
DC Central Kitchen Capital Food Fight
Nov 11th
Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center (Atrium)
Over 75 of the Washington area’s greatest restaurants will offer tastes of their best dishes for Capital Food Fight guests. Join Dolci Gelati and many others for a night of fun, eating and drinking all for a great cause to support the DC Central Kitchen. Purchase tickets here http://capitalfoodfight.org/buy-tickets/
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
DC’s largest cocktail party celebrates the passage of the 21st amendment ending the prohibition of alcohol in December 1933. The DC Craft Bartenders Guild honors this anniversary in grand fashion with a black tie event to be held this year at the Carnegie Library on Saturday December 6. VIP entry will begin an hour early at 8:00pm and general admission begins at 9:00. Ticket prices are $120 for VIP and $80 for General Admission. The event features 29 local mixologists and seven renowned out-of-towners.
Visiting craft bartenders include; Tony Abou-Ganim, the Modern Mixologist of Las Vegas, NV; Jackson Cannon of the Hawthorne and Eastern Standard in Boston, MA; Nicole Lebedevitch of Lincoln Tavern and Restaurant in Boston, MA; Kevin Diedrich of Kimpton Hotels in San Francisco, CA; Adam Segar, Corporate Mixologist for Ipic Entertainment in Chicago; Phoebe Esmon of The Yachtsman and Emmanuelle Philadelphia, PA and; Christian Gaal of Emmanuelle and Spirit Animal in Philadelphia, PA. These masters of mixing from around the country will be intermingled with DC favorites such as Dan Searing, Owen Thomson, JoJo Valenzuela, Todd Thrasher, Brian McBaine, Chantal Tseng, Duane Sylvestre and many others.
This is the largest Repeal Day celebration in the US and DC’s largest cocktail party each year. In its 7th year, the DC Repeal Day Ball will donate a portion of the proceeds to The Museum of the American Cocktail. This nonprofit organization is dedicated to education in Mixology and preserving the rich history of the American Cocktail. DCCBG Co-Founder, Gina Chersevani says “This event is a toast to the 81 years that this country has NOT been dry. We love to get dressed up and celebrate the craft to which we have dedicated our careers.”
The evening will feature catering by Occasions and live entertainment by Blue Crescent Syncopators, a brass jazz band, in the Library’s Map Room. Guests can take home a memento from the black & white photo booth featuring décor and props from the 1930s.
Tickets are available at http://www.eventbrite.com/e/
DC Craft Bartender’s Guild was established in 2008. Its tenants are Professionalism, Knowledge, Hospitality, Outreach and Civic Engagement. Each member holds themselves to a high standard with these in mind. More information and an interactive map can be found at http://www.dccraftbartendersguild.org
Lindy Promotions, DC 101, Hot 99.5, and Coors Light are teaming up once again for the 18th annual, Downtown Countdown New Year’s Eve Party at the luxurious Washington Hilton!
The Downtown Countdown has been the premier New Year’s Eve celebration since it’s first year, and that tradition continues into 2015! Your all-inclusive ticket includes a 5-hour premium open bar, full dinner buffets, multiple bands, DJs, comedians, live band acoustic karaoke, and the largest Midnight Balloon drop in the District!
The featured performers have always been the backbone to the Downtown Countdown, and this year will be no different. One the greatest bands of the late 90’s and early 00’s, Third Eye Blind will rock the stage as the clock strikes midnight! If that’s not enough, VH1’s “You Oughta Know” artist of the month, Delta Rae, will be there as well. If live bands aren’t your thing, then you can dance the night away in Club ’15 with Hot 99.5 & DJ Dirty Elbows! There will also be multiple comedians, and live acoustic karaoke to help you live out your very own rock star fantasies!
If you would like to make your New Year’s experience even more special, VIP tickets are available!
VIP ticketholders will enjoy their own registration and check in area, complimentary coat check, and an additional hour of a top shelf open bar. VIP members will also gain exclusive access to VIP lounges, complete with extra seating and higher bartender to guest ratios. Most importantly, Third Eye Blind and Delta Rae will be performing an exclusive VIP only acoustic performance!
Tickets are on sale now with General Admission tickets selling for just $109 and VIP for $175. Guests also have access to exclusive discounted room rates, starting at just $189 at the Washington Hilton.
To purchase tickets, make reservations, or find out more about the Downtown Countdown, go to www.downtowncountdown.net
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Access to Project NYE DC’s A Red Carpet Affair
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FIVE HOUR open bar
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Numerous stationed bar areas (No waiting in lines)
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Gourmet dinner buffet areas
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Multiple party zones
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Spectacular views of the river
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Heated/tented patio
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Massive midnight celebration
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Amazing DJ lineup
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Dazzling light displays
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Grand champagne toast
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Elaborate decorations and party favors
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Over a thousand of your closest friends
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Early ticket pick-up (get in quicker)
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and much more!
Promoting patriotism, historic preservation and supporting America’s service men and women are some of the many reasons young members join the District of Columbia Societies of the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution (DCSSAR and DCDAR). Volunteer efforts focused on helping our servicemen and their families have been a high priority in recent years for young members of the non-profit, non-political service organizations.
DCSSAR and DCDAR cordially invite you to the 2nd Annual Sweethearts and Patriots Gala and Silent Auction benefiting Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) on February 7, 2015, from 9pm-1am. The patriotic black-tie (optional) gala will be held at the historic City Tavern Club (CTC) in the heart of Georgetown. Attendees will enjoy an open bar, desserts, dancing, socializing and the opportunity to bid on incredible items at our silent auction. Attendees of the gala are invited to attend the post-gala party hosted at Chi Di of Georgetown.
The annual Sweethearts and Patriots gala is organized jointly by young members of the District of Columbia Society of the Sons of the American Revolution and members of the District of Columbia Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Each year the gala benefits a different local organization that supports Veterans – chosen by the Founders Committee. Founders Committee members include Carl Bedell, Reid Collins, Andrew Dye, Kate Henvey, Julie Kinzer, Carina May and Leslie Ogden.
TAPS offers compassionate care to all those grieving the death of a loved one serving in our Armed Forces. Since 1994, TAPS has provided comfort and hope 24 hours a day, seven days a week through a national peer support network and connection to grief resources, all at no cost to surviving families and loved ones. Learn more at http://www.taps.org/.
