Amanda Seales Presents: An Evening with Amanda Seales
Comedian, actress, writer, producer, and more, Amanda Seales doesn’t just make you laugh, she makes change in this evening of stand–up!
Tickets: $29–45
The War of the Rosés returns to Roofers Union and sister wine bar Jug & Table. Guests will enjoy selections of rosés from around the world handpicked by new Wine Director Chas Jefferson. Guests are invited to try them all, either by the glass or half-priced bottle, which will all be available at half price, and all are asked to select the fourth annual crowd favorite. This year, Jefferson has selected rosés from Austria, France, Spain and Italy. Bottles representing each country will be available on all three floors, including the rooftop, and the rosé that proves the most popular will earn a dedicated spot on the wine lists at both concepts this summer. Menu items like Jug & Table’s Rosé burrata with watermelon and mint will be available a la carte to pair with a bottle for a meal with friends, or nibble throughout the evening.
Austria – Loimer-Niederösterreich Zweigelt – $24/ bottle for the event
France – Château Platon Bordeaux Rosé Cabernet Franc – $20/bottle for the event
Spain – Armas de Guerrero- Bierzo Mencía – $18/bottle for the event
Italy – Fontaleoni Toscana Sangiovese – $22/bottle for the event
VIDA Fitness will host its second annual VIDA Fitness Fashion Show on June 19 to benefit N Street Village, the largest service provider for homeless and at risk women in Washington D.C. The event will be hosted by Drag Queen Ba’Naka Deveraux, actress, performer and five time winner of D.C.’s Best Drag Queen Award. Bonobos and Modcloth clothing will provide a spectacular selection of evening and swim wear worn by VIDA Fitness models.
The event’s goal is to raise a minimum of $10k for N Street Village, who welcomes approximately 200,000 homeless and low income women each year. VIDA Fitness employees have volunteered to model and Bang Salon will transform them from personal trainers to high-fashion runway models with their talented hair and makeup stylist. Bonobos will dress the men in stylish evening attire and trendy swimsuits, while Modcloth outfits the ladies in stunning evening wear and sexy bathing suits. Ba’Naka Deveraux will host and emcee the evening of glamor showcasing each outfit and model while engaging the audience with her cutting wit and charm.
The Fashion Show, a ticketed event, will also offer a variety of exciting raffle items. All funds raised will be donated directly to N Street Village.
After the models have tripped the light fantastic on the catwalk Ba’Naka will entertain guests with an exclusive performance that is sure to dazzle and shine.
More details below:
Date & Time: June 19, 2019 from 6-9 p.m.
Location: VIDA Fitness, 1612 U St. NW at the Penthouse Pool & Lounge
Ticket Pricing: $30 per person and includes drink coupon and light fare from Eat Well
$10 raffle tickets available onsite day of event
$300 cabana rental up to six people and includes three bottles of sparkling wine
Tickets are available online at http://www.nstreetvillage.
Clothing By: Bonobos and Modcloth, models will showcase evening wear and swim suits.
Bonobos, men’s clothing: https://bonobos.
Modcloth, women’s clothing: https://www.
In 2018 Bonobos and Modcloth donated $100k worth of clothing to Career Gear and N Street Village to support homeless and low income men and women.
The Del Ray Business Association will host its 6th Annual Well Ray Festival on Saturday, June 22nd in the heart of Del Ray. The free, family-friendly event will take on Mt. Vernon Avenue in the Del Ray section of Alexandria, a neighborhood just outside of Washington, D.C. “where Main Street still exists,” and will be a celebration of the health and wellness lifestyle movement. This year, the City of Alexandria was recognized as one of the top healthiest in America by the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, an annual ranking that provides a revealing snapshot of how health is influenced by where we live, learn, work and play (link).
Over 75 health and lifestyle inspired vendors will provide a variety of activities to allow festival-goers the opportunity to explore, heal, taste and move in achieving a healthy life. Wellness and holistic health practitioners will offer services ranging from therapeutic treatments such as massages to acupuncture, physical therapy and nutritional counseling, health screenings, meditation, and more.
Festival attendees can bring their own mat and be prepared to move during free yoga, pilates, CrossFit, spin, barre, and dance classes on the streets led by local fitness instructors. There are also a variety of kid fit fun activities for the whole family to enjoy such as dance lessons, martial arts, parkour and HITT training. Pet lovers can bring their furry friends for pet-friendly fitness activities such as training tips and obstacle work. The festival each year draws thousands from across the region who want to explore the latest and greatest the world of health and wellness has to offer. The event is sponsored and presented by The Jen Walker Team (Platinum Sponsor), Core Wellness and Physical Therapy, and the Chiro Group (Gold Sponsors). The full event schedule and participating vendors are located at WellRayDelRay.com.
EVENT DETAILS
What: Well Ray – Health & Wellness Festival
When: Saturday, June 22, 2019
Where: Mt. Vernon Ave in the heart of Del Ray
Presented by: Del Ray Business Association
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Website: https://www.wellraydelray.com/
Cost: Free
Weather Plan: Rain or shine
Georgie* Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown’s Canine Ambassador, is pawsitively happy to announce her first Yappy Hour in honor of her new coloring book. On Thursday, June 27th, from 5 – 7 p.m., humans and their canine companions are invited to the hotel’s interior courtyard for complimentary treats, doggone drink specials, a bark bar and a complimentary paw-signed copy of Georgie’s new coloring book.
Fairmont’s culinary team will make all tails wag for special doggie treats including Chicken Yappy Snax and Peanut Butter Bacon Bombs.
Humans will enjoy the gourmet hot dog stand featuring a trio of mini hot dogs for $10.
Porky Yorkie
Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Crispy Fried Onions
Pit Bull: Chili
Cheddar Cheese, Jalapeno, Fritos, Spicy Mayo
Teeny Weenie
Mustard, Ketchup, Onion & Relish
Canine themed cocktails can be fetched for $6 each including:
The Pink Poodle
Chambord, Chandon Sparkling Wine – garnished with raspberry skewer
The Spicy Chihuahua
Tequila Casamigos Reposado, fresh lime & orange juice, agave nectar, house-made habanero & orange tincture – rimmed with spicy tajin – chili powder and garnished with orange wheel
Georgie’s Gin & Tonic
Gin No. 3, Mediterranean Fever Tree tonic water – garnished with grapefruit wheel
Flying Dog Amber Ale
*Georgie, a yellow Labrador puppy, was born on August 17, 2018 at Guiding Eyes for the Blind, with the aspiration of one day becoming a guide dog. However, she was found to be way too friendly for that role. Luckily, Mark Huntley the hotel’s general manager, knew she was better suited for the hospitality industry. She spends her time in the lobby and courtyard greeting guests, visitors and holding special events. Georgie is also currently in training to become a certified therapy dog.
Reservations for Georgie’s Yappy Hour can be made on Eventbrite a on Eventbrite at
https://fairmont-washington-georgie-yappy-hour.eventbrite.com.
Staycationing in DC for the 4th? Celebrate Wednesday night in ALL WHITE! Start your Fourth of July week with JBC at its 7th Annual Pre-Independence Day party! Join in at the W Hotel’s POV in your best white look to dance the night away, sip on some of the best cocktails in the city and toast to our country while overlooking the Washington Monument.
Join City Tap Penn Quarter on Thursday, July 4, for its annual BeerBQ Battle, a competition with local breweries serving up the best barbecue with drink specials, patio games and live music. Sample barbecue offerings from City Tap, 3 Stars Brewing (DC), RAR Brewing (Maryland), and Port City Brewing (Virginia) and vote for the winner, while enjoying a barbecue platter ($20) with favorites like potato salad and coleslaw. Featured beers ($5) from each brewery as well as adult capri suns ($10) will also be available.
WHEN: Thursday, July 4
11:30am to 4pm (City Tap Penn Quarter)
Join The Rooftop at The Graham Georgetown for an all-day celebration on Thursday, July 4, complete with sweeping sights. Tickets include entrance to the event, all-you-can-eat barbecue buffet with burgers, sliders, wagyu hot dogs, and more, live music from DJ EPX, and drink specials. Those looking to elevate their evening can purchase the exclusive “Views” table which includes entrance for 10, two bottles of bubbly, a dedicated server, views of the fireworks and more. Boozy snowballs, red, white, and blue cocktails, beer buckets, and wine, spritzer & seltzer buckets will be available for purchase a la carte.
WHEN: Thursday, July 4
12pm to 2am
WHERE: The Rooftop at The Graham Georgetown
1075 Thomas Jefferson Street NW
Washington, DC 20007
202-337-0900
TICKETS: To purchase tickets to The Rooftop’s Red, White & Blue Skies event, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/red-white-blue-skies-4th-of-july-party-at-the-graham-rooftop-tickets-62993772068.
Tickets – $100 – entrance to the event, all-you-can eat barbecue buffet, live music, and drink specials available a la carte
Views Table – $2,500 – one corner table for 10 with views of the fireworks, two bottles of champagne, unlimited food, and a dedicated server (only one package available)
