Horticulture How-To | Orchid 101
Thursday, March 18, 2021, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Learn how to care for your orchid and get blooms year after year from Drew Asbury, Hillwood’s horticulturist.
4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008
Floral Design How-To | Tropical Paradise
Friday, March 19, 2021, 1:30-2:15 p.m.
Join Ami Wilber, floral and event décor designer, as she shares how to create a cheerful arrangement featuring anthurium and birds of paradise.
4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008
About this Event
Join the team at Hotel Zena for a specialty paint ‘n’ sip set among the stars, while getting a sneak peek of DC’s hottest new rooftop spot, Hedy’s Rooftop Bar. Rising local artist Sarah Albert (SarahPaintsRappers) will lead you and others on filling in a specialty canvas of Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Your ticket includes a cocktail from Hedy’s carefully crafted menu, a canvas, and accompanying paints.
About this Event
Join the team at Hotel Zena for a specialty paint ‘n’ sip set among the stars, while getting a sneak peek of DC’s hottest new rooftop spot, Hedy’s Rooftop Bar. Rising local artist Sarah Albert (SarahPaintsRappers) will lead you and others on filling in a specialty canvas of Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Your ticket includes a cocktail from Hedy’s carefully crafted menu, a canvas, and accompanying paints.
THE BEAUTY OF THE BREW: A VIDEO JOURNEY & CONVERSATION CELEBRATING SAKE & SAKE MAKING
Tuesday, March 23rd, 2021
7:00PM-8:00PM USA/Eastern Time
This webinar will feature the world premier of SBANA’s animated video illustrating sake’s unique tradition, craft, and range of enjoyment for sake newcomers. The video will be followed by a panel discussion with three SBANA member brewers relating their passion for sake and sake-making: Mr. Andrew Centofante of North American Sake Brewery (Charlottesville, VA); Ms. Euka Isawa of Katsuyama (Miyagi, Japan) and Mr. Patrick Shearer of Ben’s American Sake (Asheville, NC). The March 23 event will be held in conjunction with the National Cherry Blossom Festival, the nation’s greatest springtime celebration commemorating the enduring friendship between the people of Japan and the United States.
THE BEAUTY OF THE BREW: A VIDEO JOURNEY & CONVERSATION CELEBRATING SAKE & SAKE MAKING
Wednesday, March 24th, 2021
9:00AM-10:00AM Japan Time
This webinar will feature the world premier of SBANA’s animated video illustrating sake’s unique tradition, craft, and range of enjoyment for sake newcomers. The video will be followed by a panel discussion with three SBANA member brewers relating their passion for sake and sake-making: Mr. Andrew Centofante of North American Sake Brewery (Charlottesville, VA); Ms. Euka Isawa of Katsuyama (Miyagi, Japan) and Mr. Patrick Shearer of Ben’s American Sake (Asheville, NC). The March 23 event will be held in conjunction with the National Cherry Blossom Festival, the nation’s greatest springtime celebration commemorating the enduring friendship between the people of Japan and the United States.
Wind Down Wednesday: First Ladies and Fashion
Wednesday, March 24, 5 p.m.
Instagram Live @smithsoniannpg
Wind down with a virtual program to bring out your creativity and mindfulness. In partnership with independent mixologists, crafters, artists, and experts in a variety of fields, Wind Down Wednesday offers an optimistic approach to the middle of the week.
First ladies are often expected to be role models, hostesses and celebrities. Many of them have also become fashion icons, using style as a tool for self-expression and cultural diplomacy. This month, we’ll raise our glasses to these stylish women with mixologist Allison Lane, who will show us how to create a cocktail (or mocktail) inspired by first ladies. Then, Sam Reed, senior editor for InStyle.com, will join us to discuss the exhibition “Every Eye is Upon Me: First Ladies of the United States” and the history of unforgettable first lady fashion.
Horticulture How-To | Orchid Repotting
Thursday, March 25, 2021, 1:30-2 p.m.
Horticulturist Drew Asbury demonstrates how to repot the most common types of orchids. Learn to help plants’ leaves and root systems, identify the proper potting media, and ask the expert your questions.
4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008
Put on your “finest pink” apparel and mingle with your pod and online partygoers from all over the world for an unforgettable evening of incredible entertainment, delectable food and drink, fun giveaways, and a spirited online auction.
All Pink Tie Party tickets include three-course carryout dinners from your choice of popular D.C., Maryland and Virginia restaurants, a Party Kit filled with goodies to enhance your celebration, and a chance to win great prizes provided by Kendra Scott Jewelry.
Tommy McFly and Kelly Collis of Real.Fun.DC will serve as your virtual hosts through the event where you’ll be treated to top-notch entertainment and interactive fun! They will share a “New Way of Partying in Pink!”
A special highlight of the evening includes a fun and energetic session featuring three Sake experts who will present on the nuances of Japan’s national drink and the culture of Hanami Sake. Timothy Sullivan, Monica Samuels, and Chris Johnson will discuss Rihaku “Wandering Poet”, Dewazakura Oka “Cherry Bouquet” Ginjo and Hakkaisan Junmai Ginjo. To make your evening that much “extra,” make sure to select the “Dinner with Sake Tasting Experience” during registration, and 300mL bottles of each of the sakes being discussed will accompany your dinner pick-up order (restaurant options may be limited).
A portion of ticket sales is used to procure food for your evening, sourced from local restaurants.
You’re invited to an exclusive virtual tour of She’s Got the Look: Fashion from the ‘80s exhibit!
We are excited to team up with FGIDC Detroit to bring you a virtual fashion exhibit tour that is sure to transport you back in time with rad fashions and music from the decade, curated by Ken Weber of Martini Consignment.
Explore more than 60 stellar looks from top designers of the ‘80s, including Thierry Mugler, Oscar de la Renta, Yves Saint Laurent, Bob Mackie, Emanuel Ungaro, Givenchy and Valentino. Freak out over original costumes & accessories from shows like “Dynasty”, “Dallas”, “Hart to Hart” and “Charlie’s Angels”. Wig out over a gallery of iconic ‘80s hairstyles designed by TONI&GUY as an homage to the brand’s rich Dallas history and standout style that spans decades and ignites trends.
Register at the link below.
Wednesday, March 31
7:00-8:00 p.m. ET
Registrants will receive the Zoom link via email.
