Fall Gala Guide

OCTOBER 16
Chris4Life Colon Cancer Foundation 4th Annual Blue Hope Bash
The Foundation will host its annual evening of hope, inspiration and celebration bringing together supporters, friends and special guests to raise funds and awareness for colorectal cancer prevention and research. Four Seasons Hotel. Call 855 610-1733.

OCTOBER 17
USO Gala
This star-studded event celebrates the USO. It features well-known entertainers from USO celebrity entertainment tours and recognizes a special volunteer, as well as honorees selected by the Senior Enlisted representatives from each branch of the armed forces for their extraordinary bravery, loyalty and heroism. Washington Hilton Hotel. Call 703 740-4970.

OCTOBER 17
46th Annual Meridian Ball
The ball brings together top policy makers, private and public sector leaders and the diplomatic corps to build relationships and support Meridian’s mission of promoting global leadership. Guests dine at ambassador-hosted dinners or Meridian’s White-Meyer House before gathering for dessert, dancing and conversation at Meridian House. Meridian International Center.
Call 202 939-5892.

OCTOBER 18
Imagination Stage Gala
Imagination Stage students and professionals present an original show followed by a lavish reception and silent auction. Proceeds from the Gala benefit Imagination Stage’s theatre and arts education programs, which reach over 100,000 children in the Washington, DC region each year. Imagination Stage, Bethesda, MD. Call 301 280-1626.
 
28th Annual Lombardi Gala
The 28th Annual Lombardi Gala benefits the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Louis M. Weiner, M.D., Director. This black-tie dinner dance features a cocktail reception and extensive silent auction as well as the presentation of awards to leaders in the fight against cancer. All proceeds fund cancer research, education and treatment at Lombardi. Washington Hilton Hotel. Call 202 678-2604

OCTOBER 24
LUNGevity’s Musical Celebration of Hope Gala
The Gala raises funds to support lung cancer research that will offer new hope in treatment and survivorship. Guests will enjoy the best of Broadway for a spectacular evening of dancing, celebration and inspiration. Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium. Call 240 454-3105.

Georgetown Gala
The annual black tie Citizens Association of Georgetown (CAG) event celebrating Georgetown and CAG’s mission of historic preservation and improving the life of the community will honor Jack and Michele Evans. The “Fly Me to the Moon” theme will give the gala a cool Rat Pack/Mad Men vibe in its cocktails, gourmet Italian dinner buffet, fabulous entertainment, unique live auction items and hip After Party. Embassy of Italy. Call 202 337-7313.

OCTOBER 25
NIAF 39th Anniversary Awards Gala
Past honorees have included Sophia Loren, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Lee Iacocca, Robert De Niro and other notables in business, sports and entertainment. NIAF serves as a unified voice for the Italian American community, promoting heritage and offering educational and youth programs. Washington Hilton Hotel. Call 202 929-3102.