October Galas: PEN/Faulkner, Book Hill Park, Night Nouveau

October 1

K9s for Warriors Gala

Proceeds underwrite the selection and training of shelter dogs to become service animals for returning members of the military suffering from post-traumatic stress and/or traumatic brain injury as a result of post-9/11 military service. The Hamilton. Visit k9sforwarriorsgala.com.

October 2

Paint the Town Red

This “red-tie” event, hosted by Pulse DC, the young professionals committee of the American Heart Association’s Greater Washington Region, supports the mission of building healthier lives free from cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Whittemore House. Visit dcpulse.org.

2015 CulturalDC Gala

This event supports CulturalDC’s efforts to create opportunities for artistic innovation, connecting artists, arts organizations, developers and government agencies to facilitate economic and cultural vibrancy in the Washington area. Dock5@Union Market. Call 202-315-1305 or email info@culturaldc.org.

Stars of the Russian Chamber Art Society

Washington’s Russian Chamber Art Society celebrates its 10th anniversary with a gala concert featuring five rising young vocalists singing Russian art songs. Also performing will be violinist Victor Danchenko, clarinetist Julian Milkis and domra-accordion duo Tamara Volskaya and Anatoly Trofimov. Embassy of Austria. Visit thercas.com.

October 5

PEN/Faulkner Celebration

This evening of readings by diverse writers benefits the PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction and the PEN/Faulkner Writers in Schools program. Folger Shakespeare Library. Contact Elizabeth Gutting at 202-898-9063 or egutting@penfaulkner.org.

October 7

Friends of Book Hill Park Fundraiser

This event, run by the Friends of Book Hill Park, a volunteer organization, will raise funds for the replacement of the benches and landscaping of the upper-tier circle at Book Hill Park, the historically significant park behind the Georgetown Library. Home of Mike and Cheryl Naeve. Email jasper@ttrsir.com.

October 10

Night Nouveau

This year’s theme of Night Nouveau, a social gathering for young professionals, is “Game of Thrones.” DJ Kristian Nairn, who plays Hodor, will be on hand. Halcyon House. Email David Corson at d.corson@sandr.org.

October 15

Chris4Life Cancer Foundation Blue Hope Bash

The Blue Hope Bash, featuring inspirational stories from survivors, will benefit the foundation’s search for a cure for colon cancer though research. Four Seasons Hotel. Contact Michael Sapienza at 703-749-1680, ext. 100, or sapienza@chris4life.org.

October 16

47th Annual Meridian Ball

The ball supports Meridian’s mission of promoting global leadership. Guests dine at ambassador-hosted dinners or Meridian’s White-Meyer House before convening for dessert, dancing and conversation at Meridian House. Meridian International Center. Contact Olivia Odorieux at 202-939-5892 or odoriuex@meridian.org.

October 17

National Italian American Foundation 40th Annual Gala

The NIAF Anniversary Gala is part of a three-day celebration that includes special receptions, events and Expo Italiana. After dining at participating restaurants, guests will join Joe Piscopo and friends to celebrate Frank Sinatra’s 100th birthday. Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel. Call 202-387-0600 or email information@niaf.org.

Hope & Progress Gala

The 14th annual gala benefits the New Sibley, cancer programs at Sibley Memorial Hospital and the hospital’s commitment to provide state-of-the-art, compassionate and personalized medical care. Four Seasons Hotel. Contact Kristen Pruski at 202-537-4257 or KPruski@jhmi.edu.

October 18

Mark Twain Prize for American Humor

Eddie Murphy will be the recipient of the 18th annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in a gala performance taped for national broadcast. The event helps support the Kennedy Center’s year-round educational and artistic initiatives. Kennedy Center Concert Hall. Call 202-416-8335 or email mtp@kennedy-center.org.

October 23

Georgetown Gala 2015

This year’s Citizens Association of Georgetown event, “Bar 1878: Georgetown After Dark,” will highlight Georgetown’s unique combination of history, style and allure. The Gala Committee Chairs are Tricia Huntley, Leslie Maysak and Jennifer Altemus. Local band Broad Sound will perform. Four Seasons Hotel. Visit cagtown.com/gala2015.

LUNGevity Foundation’s Musical Celebration of Hope Gala

This New Orleans-themed gala, featuring dinner, an awards presentation and dancing, supports lung cancer research and programs that will save lives and offer new hope in treatment and survivorship. Andrew Mellon Auditorium. Contact Carol Perline at 240-454-3104 or cperline@LUNGevity.org.

October 24

29th Annual Lombardi Gala

The 29th Annual Lombardi Gala will benefit the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. Awards will be presented to remarkable individuals for their fight against cancer. All proceeds go directly to Lombardi for cancer research, education and treatment. Washington Hilton. Contact Sharon Courtin at 202-687-3866 or sc830@georgetown.edu.

Washington International Horse Show President’s Cup Party

At this celebration, guests will watch WIHS Equitation Finals and Olympic-level show jumping during the $125,000 Presidents Cup Grand Prix. Verizon Center. Contact Nara de Sá Guimarães at 202-525-3679 or nara@wihs.org.