Friday–Sunday, March 31–April 2, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
The three federally recognized Cherokee tribes—Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians—showcase the shared history and cultural lifeways of the Cherokee through storytelling, traditional flute music, weaponry, woodcarving, beadwork, traditional games, basket weaving, pottery demonstrations and music and dance performances.
Friday–Sunday, March 31–April 2, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
The three federally recognized Cherokee tribes—Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians—showcase the shared history and cultural lifeways of the Cherokee through storytelling, traditional flute music, weaponry, woodcarving, beadwork, traditional games, basket weaving, pottery demonstrations and music and dance performances.
Friday–Sunday, March 31–April 2, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
The three federally recognized Cherokee tribes—Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians—showcase the shared history and cultural lifeways of the Cherokee through storytelling, traditional flute music, weaponry, woodcarving, beadwork, traditional games, basket weaving, pottery demonstrations and music and dance performances.
Join FGIDC for its upcoming event, Spring Into Style: Dressing the Modern Man!
Mix and mingle with the new 2023 board members and other fashion industry professionals. at our welcome reception (FGI Members enjoy a complimentary glass of bubbly!).
The evening will then feature a panel of distinguished industry leaders in the menswear space with panelists ranging from menswear designers, textile experts, influencers, stylists, direct-to-consumer mavericks & marketing gurus. Discussion will encompass the lifecycle of a garment, current spring trends, and socially conscious initiatives (like unisex apparel).
FGIDC invites you to stay after the panel discussion to shop and experience some of the services that Nordstrom has to offer.
Space is limited – register today!
Panelists:
- Stanislaus Akisah, Stanlion Clothing
- Barnette Holston, DC Fashion Fool
- Rahul Jindal, Hyde Clothing
Moderated by: Casey Rowe, Christopher Schafer Clothier
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Wednesday, April 19 | 6 – 8PM
Nordstrom Tysons Corner
8075 Tysons Corner Center, McLean, VA 22102
Tickets:
FGI Members – $47
Non-Members – $59
Tickets include entrance to reception*, panel discussion and swag bag with exclusive discounts.
*Reception includes light bites and a cash bar. FGI Members receive a complimentary welcome glass of bubbly.
WHAT: City Ridge is bringing history, fashion, forgotten facts and never-before-seen photos together at its new Fashion Lecture Series hosted by fashion historian, John Tiffany.
From 7-8 PM at 30 Ridge Square NW, fashion historian John Tiffany will explore the influence of Hollywood on 1930’s fashion. From flapper fringe to tweed suits, flounces and frills, John will dive deep into how the starpower of Hollywood shaped American fashion and beyond, all while sipping on a 30’s-style handcrafted alcoholic beverage.
WHERE: Social Stairs at The Branches (30 Ridge Square NW Washington, DC 20016). Hourly parking is available on-site.
Saturday–Sunday, April 22–23, 10 a.m. –5:30 p.m.
From water scarcity to floods and erosion, Native nations are addressing climate change across Indian Country. Join the museum for a weekend of conversations, presentations and cultural displays that share how Indigenous communities are stepping forward with aggressive plans to protect their way of life.
Living Earth Festival 2023: Native Nations Confronting Climate Change
Saturday, April 22 and Sunday, April 23, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
From water scarcity to floods and erosion, Native nations are addressing climate change across Indian Country. During the Living Earth Festival, join the museum for a weekend of conversations, demonstrations, and artmaking to learn how Indigenous communities are stepping forward with aggressive plans to protect their ways of life.
Throughout the weekend, visitors can hear directly from Indigenous climate and agriculture experts as they discuss how their communities have always demonstrated respect for the Earth with sustainability in mind. Presenters show how traditional knowledge and practices are being adapted to a changing climate and feed the world’s growing population at the same time. Working artists will engage visitors in communal artmaking using found materials once destined for landfills to create new and unique works of art.
Saturday–Sunday, April 22–23, 10 a.m. –5:30 p.m.
From water scarcity to floods and erosion, Native nations are addressing climate change across Indian Country. Join the museum for a weekend of conversations, presentations and cultural displays that share how Indigenous communities are stepping forward with aggressive plans to protect their way of life.
Living Earth Festival 2023: Native Nations Confronting Climate Change
Saturday, April 22 and Sunday, April 23, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
From water scarcity to floods and erosion, Native nations are addressing climate change across Indian Country. During the Living Earth Festival, join the museum for a weekend of conversations, demonstrations, and artmaking to learn how Indigenous communities are stepping forward with aggressive plans to protect their ways of life.
Throughout the weekend, visitors can hear directly from Indigenous climate and agriculture experts as they discuss how their communities have always demonstrated respect for the Earth with sustainability in mind. Presenters show how traditional knowledge and practices are being adapted to a changing climate and feed the world’s growing population at the same time. Working artists will engage visitors in communal artmaking using found materials once destined for landfills to create new and unique works of art.
For those who did not receive an invitation to the Coronation of King Charles, III and Her Majesty The Queen Consort of the United Kingdom, slated for May 6 at Westminster Abbey, Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown is holding a Coronation Garden Party. The event takes place on Saturday, May 6, honoring the Coronation. Beginning at 9:30am, in the hotel’s courtyard, guests will enjoy a ceremonial celebration featuring authentic Scottish bagpiper Duncan Moore, a champagne sabering and slices of a Royal Coronation Cake, fit for a King and a Queen Consort.
Executive Pastry Chef Claus Olsen will create an impressive, towering cake to honor the coronation, and will share slices with guests as they toast His Majesty and The Queen consort along with a taste of sabered champagne.
All guests donning festive hats or fascinators will be eligible to win prizes for most authentic, fabulous and over-the-top – prizes awarded at 11:30 am. Cocktails and Coronation fare will be available for purchase, and Life-sized cutouts of the Royals will create perfect photo opportunities. To register for Fairmont’s Royal Coronation Garden Party, please visit Eventbrite.
