May
27
Wed
Jete Society Mad Hatters Tea Party @ Capella Hotel
May 27 @ 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM

A percentage of all event sales will be donated directly to the ballet on behalf of the Capella.

The Jete Society of The Washington Ballet invites you to join us on May 27 for an evening of rooftop cocktails and hor d’oeuvres at the Capella in Georgetown. Come on out to mingle with Washington Ballet dancers and fellow Jete Society members as we toast another successful season of performances, including ALICE in Wonderland, all while enjoying the breathtaking views of the Canal and Potomac.
Registration will be required for entry.

Please RSVP at http://madhatterscocktailparty.splashthat.com/ to purchase your ticket (includes red wine, white wine, and hors d’oeuvres).

May
28
Thu
Chefs Behind Bars Happy Hour @ Stanton & Greene
May 28 @ 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

On Thursday, May 28, seven top DC chefs will gather at Stanton & Green, Capitol Hill’s newest restaurant, for the return of Chefs Behind Bars, a cocktail event to benefit No Kid Hungry’s work to end childhood hunger in America. From 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., Washingtonians can enjoy signature drinks concocted by the city’s most renowned culinary talent, all while helping No Kid Hungry make sure all kids have the healthy food they need, every day.

 

Date: Thursday, May 28, 2015

Location: Stanton & Greene, 319 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Admission: $45 in advance; $50 at the door

 

Throughout the evening, chefs Kyle Bailey (Birch & Barley), Hamilton Johnson (Vidalia), Adrian Salazar (Mango Tree), Louis Goral (Rural Society), Doron Petersan (FareWell and Sticky Fingers Eats & Sweets), Russell Jones (Jack Rose) and Mariah Tysz (Juniper at The Fairmont Washington, D.C.), will mix their favorite libations in support of No Kid Hungry. In addition to one-of-a-kind cocktails, guests will enjoy small bites from Stanton & Greene.

 

The Chefs Behind Bars happy hour will be hosted by DC’s Taste of the Nation for No Kid Hungry volunteer committee, hot off the heels of the April 2015 tasting benefit that raised more than $230,000 to help feed children in need more than two million healthy meals.

 

All Chefs Behind Bars guests will receive first access to tickets for next year’s DC’s Taste of the Nation for No Kid Hungry (coming April 2016) with a special discount code. One hundred percent of ticket proceeds from Taste of the Nation events support No Kid Hungry thanks to generous support from national presenting sponsors Citi and Sysco®, national media sponsor Food Network and national sponsor OpenTable.

 

Every Kid, Healthy Food, Every Day 

 

One in five children in this country struggles with hunger, including nearly 31,000 kids in DC. No Kid Hungry is ending childhood hunger in this nation by ensuring that kids start the day with a nutritious breakfast and have healthy meals in the summer. Since the campaign’s launch, No Kid Hungry and its partners have connected kids struggling with hunger with more than 345 million healthy meals.
Tickets to the Chefs Behind Bars event can be purchased at join.nokidhungry.org/ChefsBehindBars

Getaround DC Launch @ Union Market
May 28 @ 8:00 PM – 11:59 PM
WHAT:           On May 28th, Getaround will be celebrating its official roll-out in Washington D.C. by hosting the launch party of the year. With over 4000 members already participating in Getaround’s D.C. car sharing community, we want to celebrate our official arrival in style. Come meet Getaround’s founders and the who’s who of  D.C.’s car sharing and tech communities
WHO:              Mix and mingle with Getaround’s Founders and other guests
WHEN:            Thursday May 28th, 2015
                         8:00pm – 12am



WHERE:        Union Market – 1309 5th Street, Northeast, Washington, DC
                        Attire: Startup Chic

WHY:             Our current model is unsustainable. There are one billion cars in the world, and each car sits idle 22 hours each day—that’s 22 billion unused car hours each day. Getaround is focused on solving this problem we call “car overpopulation”. Instead of adding more cars to our streets, we decided to maximize what is already  available. We’re excited to bring our unique, on-demand car sharing experience to Washington D.C.
Strip the District @ W Hotel POV
May 28 @ 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Join W Washington DC in support of our troops with an evening of patriotic burlesque

Featuring the ever-talented:

Gigi Bonbon, Evelyn Vinyl, Nina La Voix, and Penny Wren

with master of ceremonies Matthew Holtzclaw

Thursday, May 28th

Shows at 8 PM and 10:00 PM

Doors open at 7:30

 

$15 standing room tickets
$100 for tables with a maximum of four guests

Get your tickets today: wdcburlesque.eventbrite.com

POV

W Washington DC

515 15th Street NW

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Mission Complete supporting our veterans with reintegration and employment in partnership with Metal Health America

Service members, show your current military ID at the door and receive a complimentary brew

STAY CONNECTED:

@WHOTELSDC

#WDCStrip

May
30
Sat
In Good Health @ Market Common Clarendon Loop
May 30 @ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

In Good Health will be hosted by local running blogger, Dorothy Beal of MilePosts, who was named Fitness Magazine’s Best Run Blogger in the country. Taking place on Saturday, May 30 from 11 AM – 3 PM on the Market Common Clarendon Loop, the event will highlight the various healthy living offerings that are available within Market Common Clarendon, and feature free fitness classes by lululemon and Washington Sports Club every hour so don’t forget to bring your mat and a special CrossFit Kids class from Potomac/Patriot CrossFit beginning at 11:30 a.m. In addition, there will be healthy food samplings by Williams-Sonoma and ZAIKA, a rock wall, and live entertainment for the community to enjoy all benefitting Make-a-Wish Foundation.

Market Common Clarendon Presents: In Good Health

The Loop at Market Common Clarendon

Saturday, May 30, 2015

11 AM  – 3 PM

2700 Clarendon Boulevard, Arlington VA 22201

Free Fitness Class Schedule (bring your own mat):

11:30 AM – Yoga with lululemon

11:30 AM – CrossFit Kids with Potomac/Patriot CrossFit

12:30 PM – Zumba with Washington Sports Club

1:30 PM – Yoga with lululemon

2:30 PM – Kickboxing with Washington Sports Club

 

Tour de Fat @ Yards Park
May 30 @ 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Dust off the costume, shine up the bike and get ready for another epic and bewildering day as Tour de Fat kicks off the 2015 season in Washington, D.C. New Belgium Brewing’s Tour de Fat arrives in Yards Park on Saturday, May 30. The daylong event is free, yet all donations and proceeds from beer and merchandise sales go to Washington, D.C.-area non-profits.

“Maybe you already bike all over town, or you’re a weekend warrior, or just a little bike curious,” said Matt Kowal, New Belgium Brewing’s Tour de Fat Impresario. “If so, this is for you. It’s a summer stew of sorts where we all come together, let our alter egos shine with no inhibitions. You’ll find dancing, contests, bike swapping, music making and a tiny tent where anything can happen. It’s one carnival you’ll actually regret missing.”

In D.C., some of the eclectic entertainment includes Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds, Charles Bradley, yo-yo performers and vaudeville acts. Brewing education, a bicycle revival, rideable art bikes, a “Thousand Person Dance Contest” to win a New Belgium cruiser bike, and even a fashion show are in the mix. In addition, Tour de Fat’s Le Tigre Grande variety tent and Sputnik mobile stage up the ante, adding more entertainment options from past years.

Everyone 21 and older can sample new and classic favorites from New Belgium, including the brewery’s flagship brew, Fat Tire, New Belgium’s latest year-round offering, Slow Ride Session IPA, and selections from the acclaimed Lips of Faith series.

As for the fundraising, the entire 2014 season raised more than $625,000, with the Washington, D.C. stop bringing in $57,047. This year, all funds raised in Washington, D.C. will go to Washington Area Bicyclist Association, Black Women Bike DC, Fairfax Advocates for Better Bicycling, Phoenix Bikes and Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts (MORE).

Car-for-Bike Swap
Every year, New Belgium gets one brave role model to step on stage to trade in his or her car keys for a bike, pledging to live car-free for one year. Each swapper is awarded a stipend to buy his or her own commuter bike. Car-for-Bike swappers are chosen after submitting an application describing why they are ready to give up their vehicle for the gift of two wheels. We’d love to hear from interested swappers. Apply at –NewBelgium.com/Events/Tour-de-Fat/CarTrader.

Tour de Fat – Washington, D.C. Details

Date:                                      
Saturday, May 30

Location:                              
Yards Park

Main Stage:              
11:40 a.m. — Fashion! (Best Costumes of the Tour de Fat)
12:00 p.m. — Lips Lounge Tapping: La Folie, Oatmeal IPA, Cocoa Mole
12:10 p.m. — Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds
1:00 p.m. — Lips Lounge Tapping: Pear Ginger Beer
1:10 p.m. — The Slow Ride Races
2:00 p.m. — Lips Lounge Tapping: Carnie Whiskey Barrel Love
2:10 p.m. — 1,000 Person Dance Contest – Winner receives a New Belgium Cruiser!
2:40 p.m. — Car for Bike Trade
3:00 p.m. — Lips Lounge Tapping: Transatlantique Kriek
4:00 p.m. Charles Bradley
5:00 p.m. — Finale

Stage Stage:
12:20 p.m. and 3:10 p.m.
Superfriends Variety Hour: Death Defying Comedy, Chain Saws, and Bananas

Le Tigre Circus Tent:
11:15 a.m. – Marnie Sams Muffin Show (Kids Show)
11:50 a.m. – The Other One
12:20 p.m. – Fire Leopard
1:10 p.m. – The Kroup
2:05 p.m. – Yo-Yo Time Machine
2:40 p.m. – Honeymoon Cabaret
3:30 p.m. – The Other One
4:20 p.m. – Etiquette School

Benefiting:                           
Washington Area Bicyclist Association
Black Women Bike DC
Fairfax Advocates for Better Bicycling
Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts
Phoenix Bikes

Price:
Admission – FREE!
Donations for non-profits are accepted
Beer – $5

Pre-Registration
You can pre-register and donate to receive a limited edition Tour de Fat license plate, bike light or sunglasses at http://bit.ly/1zIuyeP.

May
31
Sun
Miss DC Org’s CMN Charity Soul Cycle Benefit @ Soul Cycle
May 31 @ 1:45 PM – 2:35 PM

If you book a bike via this link https://missdcsc.eventbrite.com  – 100% of your $30 goes toward Miss District of Columbia Scholarship organization’s CMNH fundraising!

Sunday, May 31
1:452:30 pm
Soul Cycle
2301 M St, NW
Jun
4
Thu
Pierre Garçon’s Third Annual All-White Clothing Charity Event @ Millenium Building
Jun 4 @ 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

On Thursday, June 4 at 7 p.m. ET, NFL wide receiver Pierre Garçon will host the Third Annual All-White Clothing Charity Event benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington (BGCGW) at the Millennium Building (1909 K St. NW). The rooftop event will team up Washington football players, NFL executives, community leaders and Washington notables.

As part of Garçon’s continued involvement in supporting at risk youth, his partnership with BGCGW seeks to create a stronger generation of future leaders across the nation. Last year, Garçon’s charity event raised $100,000 for BGCGW.

“I’m dedicated to the organization and helping boys and girls of all backgrounds become responsible adults,” Garçon said. “Organizations like Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington helped get me where I am today, so now’s my time to give back.”

High profile attendees from the first and second annual events include Washington Wizard John Wall, former DC Mayor Vincent Gray, hip hop legend Biz Markie and over 20 Redskins, among them RG3, Ryan Kerrigan, Alfred Morris, Kirk Cousins, Trent Williams, Brandon Meriweather, Kory Lichtensteiger, Kai Forbath, Colt McCoy and Niles Paul.

“Pierre not only supports us financially but also donates his time to our kids,” said Paul Alagero, Chief Development Officer for BGCGW. “During these challenging times, he makes the perfect mentor and role model for our members.”

Attendees this year will have access to meet and mingle with over half of Garçon’s confirmed teammates and enjoy complimentary drinks and passed hors d’oeuvres, live and silent auctions and a live performance by a surprise musical guest.

With the help of top sponsors The Tower Companies, Paisano’s, Burger 7, Brett Johnson Collection, Garçon intends to raise more funds for the BGCGW and their mission. Tickets are $250 and can be purchased at: http://www.bgcgw.org/pierre-garcon-all-white-charity-event/.

Event Details:
Who: Pierre Garçon, Garçon’s teammates; BGCGW supporters
What: All-White clothing theme charity event benefitting Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington
When: Thursday, June 4 from 7-10 p.m. ET
Where: The Millennium Building, 1909 K St. NW, Washington, DC 20006
Why: To bring awareness to the BGCGW’s mission and programs while enjoying a night of fundraising and networking.
Tickets: Tickets ($250) can be purchased at: http://www.bgcgw.org/pierre-garcon-all-white-charity-event/

Jun
13
Sat
Wedding Wire/Capital Pride Mass Vow Renewal @ Embassy Row Hotel
Jun 13 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

WeddingWire, the leading global online marketplace connecting engaged couples with event professionals, will celebrate Capital Pride in a big way this year by inviting couples from around the area to join in a mass vow renewal in support of marriage equality. With a Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriages expected in days, WeddingWire, GayWeddings.com and Pop! Wed. Co encourage all couples to stand up for all love and say #WedWeCan. The Rooftop at The Embassy Row Hotel, A Destination Hotel overlooking Dupont Circle will serve as host to the day’s festivities.

 

WHO:                       Kathryn Hamm, President, GayWeddings.com

More than 100 guests renewing their wedding vows

                                               

WHEN:                     Saturday, June 13, 2015

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Vow renewal to begin promptly at 10:45 AM

                                   

WHERE:                   The Embassy Row Hotel, A Destination Hotel

                                    2015 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20036

 

CONNECT:               #WedWeCan                                                 #EmbassyRowLove

                                    @WeddingWire                                            @EmbassyRowHotel

 

 

Jun
15
Mon
Secret Monkey Social Club @ Dolcezza Gelato Factory & Coffee Lab
Jun 15 @ 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

What: Secret Monkey Social Club, the brainchild of Lukas B. Smith (currently of Dram & Grain and Jack Rose Dining Saloon, formerly beverage director of Daikaya) and Shayna Blass (actress, singer and dancer, appearing in Cabaret currently at Signature Theater, aims to pay homage to the cabarets of decades past with a lounge environment full of drinks and jazz.

When: Monday, June 15, 2015

8:00 p.m.
Where: Dolcezza Gelato Factory & Coffee Lab, 550 Penn St. NE, Washington DC 20002

Details: Guests will enjoy five new punches prepared by Smith and guest bartenders at $9 per pour, and cabaret performances lead by Blass throughout the night. Baltimore Based actress and jazz singer Ines Nassara will be featured along with Blass. This event is 21+, and there is no door charge.

Food will be provided by Goldilocks Goodies Gluten Free Bakery and Swizzler Foods (DC’s gourmet hot dog truck). Crunkcakes master baker Faith Alice Sleeper will be baking cakes with Art in the Age Rhubarb Liqueur.

The Drinks: Smith will be joined behind the bar by Michael V. Barton of Dram & Grain, Dan Searing Jr. co-owner of Room 11 and author of “The Punch Bowl.”, Carlie Steiner from Barmini and Stir Bartending Company, and Vance T. Henderson, Beverage Manager for Think Food Group and Portfolio Associate with William Grant & Sons.

The following is a portion of the menu thus far:

Breeze Engine Punch

by Lukas B. Smith

Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey, Rhubarb Juice, Alvear Montilla, Lemon, Mint, Mineral Water

Negroni Week Hangover, Part II (aka the Shook One) 

by Michael V. Barton

Hendrick’s Gin, Punt e Mes, Rainwater Madeira, Rose hips, Elderflower, Chamomile, Grapefruit, Lemon, Bubbles.

Quilamonster

by Carlie Steiner

Milagro Reposado, Cinnamon, Grapefruit, Lemon

Additionally, DC Brau will be SMSC 4’s featured local brewery.