On Wednesday, November 7th, America Abroad Media (AAM) will recognize Haifaa Al-Mansour, the first female filmmaker in Saudi Arabia, along with writer and producer Wahid Hamed and director Marwan Hamed for their commitment to purpose driven content at their annual awards dinner. The sixth annual event will also recognize two documentaries highlighting the Kurdish fight against ISIS Peshmerga and The Battle of Mosul, directed by Bernard Henri Lévy.
The annual awards dinner brings together policy makers, diplomats and the Hollywood creative community to honor the people and organizations who exemplify the power of media to inform, inspire and positively impact society. Past honorees include H.R.H. Princess Rym Ali of Jordan, actress Hend Sabry, award-winning directors Kathryn Bigelow and Paul Greengrass,Showtime’s critically acclaimed series, Homeland, and Bollywood actor Aamir Khan.
WHO: America Abroad Media Founder & President Aaron Lobel, Co-Chairs Former Under Secretary of State for Democracy and Global Affairs Ambassador Paula Dobriansky, General Michael V. Hayden, Former Chairman of MGM Studios and Paramount Pictures Frank Mancuso, Sr., Former Assistant Secretary of State Victoria Nuland, Motion Picture Association of American (MPAA) CEOCharles H. Rivkin and former Michigan representative The Honorable Mike Rogers and honorees including Haifaa Al-Mansour, Wahid Hamed, Marwan Hamed and Bernard Henry Lévy.Members of AAM’s Hollywood-Middle East Initiative including Bill Macdonald, writer and executive producer, Rome and Rough Riders, Mark Goffman, writer and producer, The West Wing and Sleepy Hollow, Jessica Mecklenburg, writer and producer, Stranger Things and Gypsy and more will also be in attendance.
WHAT: The evening will include photo-ops with honorees and other VIPs in attendance
WHEN: Wednesday, November 7th, 2018 at 6 p.m.
WHERE: Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium, 1301 Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC
HOW: Please e-mail Thomas Walter at twalter@mww.com to attend.
On Wednesday, November 7th, America Abroad Media (AAM) will recognize Haifaa Al-Mansour, the first female filmmaker in Saudi Arabia, along with writer and producer Wahid Hamed and director Marwan Hamed for their commitment to purpose driven content at their annual awards dinner. The sixth annual event will also recognize two documentaries highlighting the Kurdish fight against ISISPeshmerga and The Battle of Mosul, directed by Bernard Henri Lévy.
The annual awards dinner brings together policy makers, diplomats and the Hollywood creative community to honor the people and organizations who exemplify the power of media to inform, inspire and positively impact society. Past honorees include H.R.H. Princess Rym Ali of Jordan, actress Hend Sabry, award-winning directors Kathryn Bigelow and Paul Greengrass, Showtime’s critically acclaimed series,Homeland, and Bollywood actor Aamir Khan.
WHO: America Abroad Media Founder & President Aaron Lobel, Co-Chairs Former Under Secretary of State for Democracy and Global Affairs Ambassador Paula Dobriansky, General Michael V. Hayden, Former Chairman of MGM Studios and Paramount Pictures Frank Mancuso, Sr., Former Assistant Secretary of State Victoria Nuland, Motion Picture Association of American (MPAA) CEO Charles H. Rivkin and former Michigan representative The Honorable Mike Rogers and honorees including Haifaa Al-Mansour, Wahid Hamed, Marwan Hamed and Bernard Henry Lévy. Members of AAM’s Hollywood-Middle East Initiative including Bill Macdonald, writer and executive producer, Rome and Rough Riders, Mark Goffman, writer and producer, The West Wing and Sleepy Hollow, Jessica Mecklenburg, writer and producer, Stranger Things and Gypsy and more will also be in attendance.
WHAT: The evening will include photo-ops with honorees and other VIPs in attendance
WHEN: Wednesday, November 7th, 2018 at 6 p.m.
WHERE: Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium, 1301 Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC
HOW: Please e-mail Thomas Walter at twalter@mww.com to attend.
WHO: Young Professionals in Foreign Policy (YPFP)
WHAT: YPFP’s Affairs of State Awards Gala and Fundraiser
WHEN: Saturday, November 10 at 8PM
WHERE: Sidney Harman Hall, 610 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004
WHY: YPFP is bursting bubbles and broadening minds at this year’s Annual Affairs of State Awards Gala and Fundraiser, where hundreds of DC’s young professionals will mix and mingle at the hottest foreign policy event of the year. Two awards will be presented to outstanding leaders in foreign policy. This year’s gala is also part of the ongoing “Burst Your Bubble” initiative that challenges traditional approaches to foreign policy conversations. YPFP is hosting events that bring diverse topics, people, and places to the foreign policy space.
ABOUT YPFP
YPFP is a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to building the leaders the world needs. Headquartered in Washington, DC with locations in New York City, Brussels, and London, the YPFP network consists of 20,000 rising leaders from 80 countries across the globe.
DC women will soon be able to get their hands on the bra that Vogue called “the most comfortable bra you will ever wear.” On Thursday, November 15 from 7 to 9 pm, Adams Morgan event space BUREAU is hosting a pop-up event to showcase Underbares, a local undergarments company that allows women to prioritize both femininity and function when selecting bras.
Founded by Genevieve Gralton, the product was designed with coral-patterned stretch lace for a standard amount of coverage, combined with nylon and elastic to ensure the fit of every woman’s shape. The construction of the garment challenges traditional bra structures, eliminating stiff underwire and strap adjusters and instead creating thicker support directly underneath the chest. (Potential consumers who are immediately scared off by the reduced underwire and lack of a strap adjuster will be pleased to learn that Underbares’ most popular size is L) Underbares available for purchase during the pop up will include sizing XS through L, and hues in black, white and for the first time ever: nude.
As women shop these life-changing bras, they can enjoy unlimited handcrafted, preservative-free cocktails, by TRUE Syrups & Garnishes. Guests are also encouraged to bring gently used bras to donate to I Support the Girls, a local organization dedicated to restore dignity and self-respect to women. Tickets are $15, with $5 from each ticket going towards I Support the Girls. Tickets are available through Eventbrite here.
WHO: BUREAU
WHAT: Underbares Pop-Up
Cocktails by TRUE Syrups & Garnishes
Bra donation to I Support the Girls
WHEN: November 15 from 7 to 9 pm
Ticket Price: $15 ($5 of each ticket is donated to I Support the Girls)
WHERE: 1811 Wyoming Avenue NW, Washington DC
Third Floor
Friday, November 16 through Sunday, November 18, the Junior League of Washington (JLW) will host its 60th annual Holiday Shops fundraiser at Union Market’s Dock5. Featuring more than 70 merchants, this unique shopping experience is a great way for DC residents to shop for a cause and check off many items on their holiday gift list. From food, desserts, clothing, stationary, and more, shoppers will be able to find something for everyone.
JLW’s trained volunteers serve the Washington, DC, community in a variety of ways, including through the National Book Festival, the Washington School for Girls, and at Calvary Women’s Services, among many others. Proceeds from Holiday Shops support the League’s partnerships with community organizations and are used to further JLW’s development of women leaders in the community.
The full list of merchants is available here and patrons can follow the event on Instagram using the hashtag, #jlwholidayshops. You can learn more about the Holiday Shops fundraiser here.
When: Friday, November 16, 2018 (Grand Opening Event)
6:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 17, 2018 (General Shopping)
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 18, 2018 (General Shopping)
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where: Union Market’s Dock5
1309 5th Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
Friday, November 16 through Sunday, November 18, the Junior League of Washington (JLW) will host its 60th annual Holiday Shops fundraiser at Union Market’s Dock5. Featuring more than 70 merchants, this unique shopping experience is a great way for DC residents to shop for a cause and check off many items on their holiday gift list. From food, desserts, clothing, stationary, and more, shoppers will be able to find something for everyone.
JLW’s trained volunteers serve the Washington, DC, community in a variety of ways, including through the National Book Festival, the Washington School for Girls, and at Calvary Women’s Services, among many others. Proceeds from Holiday Shops support the League’s partnerships with community organizations and are used to further JLW’s development of women leaders in the community.
The full list of merchants is available here and patrons can follow the event on Instagram using the hashtag, #jlwholidayshops. You can learn more about the Holiday Shops fundraiser here.
When: Friday, November 16, 2018 (Grand Opening Event)
6:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 17, 2018 (General Shopping)
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 18, 2018 (General Shopping)
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where: Union Market’s Dock5
1309 5th Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
Friday, November 16 through Sunday, November 18, the Junior League of Washington (JLW) will host its 60th annual Holiday Shops fundraiser at Union Market’s Dock5. Featuring more than 70 merchants, this unique shopping experience is a great way for DC residents to shop for a cause and check off many items on their holiday gift list. From food, desserts, clothing, stationary, and more, shoppers will be able to find something for everyone.
JLW’s trained volunteers serve the Washington, DC, community in a variety of ways, including through the National Book Festival, the Washington School for Girls, and at Calvary Women’s Services, among many others. Proceeds from Holiday Shops support the League’s partnerships with community organizations and are used to further JLW’s development of women leaders in the community.
The full list of merchants is available here and patrons can follow the event on Instagram using the hashtag, #jlwholidayshops. You can learn more about the Holiday Shops fundraiser here.
When: Friday, November 16, 2018 (Grand Opening Event)
6:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 17, 2018 (General Shopping)
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 18, 2018 (General Shopping)
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where: Union Market’s Dock5
1309 5th Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
Washington Business Hall of Fame founders Junior Achievement
of Greater Washington, the Greater Washington Board of Trade and Washingtonian
announced the 2018 Hall of Fame laureates. Since 1988, the Washington Business Hall of Fame
has recognized the professional and philanthropic contributions of outstanding business leaders in
our region who have made Greater Washington the city that it is today. The annual gala benefits
Junior Achievement of Greater Washington and its innovative financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship K-12 programs that inspire the next generation of leaders to navigate their path to the American Dream.
This year’s laureates are:
José Andrés
Chef/Owner, ThinkFoodGroup & minibar by José Andrés
Donald A. Brown, Joseph B. Gildenhorn, and Benjamin R. Jacobs
Founding Partners, The JBG Companies
Mark D. Ein
Founder & CEO, Venturehouse Group, LLC
Dr. Sachiko Kuno
Founder & Chair, Halcyon
“This year’s laureates are an example of what’s possible from our region’s business leaders,” said
Ed Grenier, President and CEO, Junior Achievement of Greater Washington. “Their passion for
excellence and steadfast commitment to this community is an inspiration to all of us and a lesson in leadership for Greater Washington’s future leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs.”
Washington Business Hall of Fame laureates have shaped the regional landscape of Greater
Washington and consistently demonstrated outstanding business accomplishments, visionary
leadership, integrity and strong core values, and, passionate community engagement. Following a
call for nominations from the general public, final selections are made by a nomination committee
led by representatives of the three founding organizations. More than 100 remarkable laureates
have been inducted into the Washington Business Hall of Fame since its founding in 1988. A full list is available at www.myJA.org/halloffame/laureates.
The laureates will be honored at a black-tie gala and awards ceremony, chaired by Grant Thornton
Partner in Charge, Markets, Industries, and Clients – Atlantic Coast Region, Richard P. LaFleur on
Wednesday, November 28 at the National Building Museum. At this year’s gala, more than 1,200
business and civic leaders will come together to honor this year’s laureates and raise more than
$1.4 million to support Junior Achievement of Greater Washington’s K-12 programs and their work to inspire over 66,000 students in our region annually to be financially capable, tenacious, and
equipped with the tools to manage risk effectively, solve problems creatively, and welcome
opportunity in an increasingly complex modern economy. The gala is presented by Capital One and
Grant Thornton.
To reserve a table and for event details, please visit
www.WashingtonBusinessHallofFame.org.
On Thursday, November 29, 2018 in the Main Hall of Union Station, a consortium of partners including Washington Performing Arts, the Royal Norwegian Embassy, the Norwegian-American Chamber of Commerce—Mid-Atlantic Chapter, the Bach Project, and Union Station present a holiday celebration event, with performances by local artists, the annual Norwegian Christmas tree lighting, an appearance by Santa Claus, and culminating in a simulcast of Yo-Yo Ma’s performance of J.S. Bach’s complete cello suites live from the National Cathedral, presented by Washington Performing Arts in memory of Isaac Stern.
For more than 20 years, Norway has presented a Christmas tree to the people of Washington, in recognition of its strong friendship with the United States and in gratitude for America’s assistance during and after World War II. This year’s Christmas tree is made possible by Equinor, Kongsberg Gruppen, Nammo Inc., Innovation Norway, and Insitu Inc.
Complete Schedule of Events
Norwegian Christmas Tree Lighting (6pm)
Featuring the Washington Performing Arts Children of the Gospel Choir and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus
Mars Urban Arts Initiative Holiday Pop-Up Concert (7pm)
Featuring the Howard University Gospel Choir & more
Washington Performing Arts’ Mars Urban Arts Initiative and Brightest Young Things present a holiday pop-up concert that showcases some of D.C.’s beloved hometown musical acts, including the Howard University Gospel Choir. Throughout the evening, guests will also have a chance to learn about global holiday traditions and J.S. Bach’s music from organizations like the Royal Norwegian Embassy, the Norwegian-American Chamber of Commerce – Mid-Atlantic Chapter, the Library of Congress, and D.C. Public Library.
Simulcast: The Bach Project at Washington National Cathedral
Yo-Yo Ma Performs Bach Cello Suites (8pm)
Live audio/video feed from Washington National Cathedral
In Memory of Isaac Stern
Yo-Yo Ma’s sold-out performance of Bach’s cello suites at Washington National Cathedral, presented by Washington Performing Arts, will be simulcast at Union Station in conjunction with the annual Norwegian Christmas Tree Lighting, a beloved Washington, D.C. holiday tradition. This concert simulcast is part of Yo-Yo Ma’s Bach Project, a two-year journey to perform Johann Sebastian Bach’s six suites for solo cello in 36 locations around the world. It is an undertaking motivated not only by Yo-Yo’s six-decade relationship with the music, but also by Bach’s ability to speak to our shared humanity at a time when our civic conversation is so often focused on division.
The Library of Congress will present a display of treasures and manuscripts relating to J.S. Bach and Yo-Yo Ma’s career at Washington National Cathedral, in conjunction with Yo-Yo Ma’s performance.
Free, registration encouraged | Family-friendly
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Yo-Yo Ma’s performance at Washington National Cathedral is made possible in part by the generous support of
Dr. Gary Mather and Ms. Christina Co Mather, the Linda and Isaac Stern Charitable Foundation, and Daniel Heider.
The simulcast is made possible by Yo-Yo Ma’s Bach Project and the Mars Urban Arts Initiative, which is generously supported by Jacqueline Badger Mars and Mars, Incorporated.
These events are part of Washington Performing Arts’ global programming initiative, The World in Our City, which provides perspective on what it means to be a citizen of the world through a unique arts-based lens. Special thanks to Her Excellency Shaikha Aisha AlKhalifa, Spouse of the Ambassador, Embassy of the Kingdom of Bahrain; Jennifer and Brian Coulter; Dr. Gary Mather and Ms. Christina Co Mather; Jan and Marike Paulsson; Mary Jo Veverka; Michael Frankhuizen; Karin’s Florist.
