Jack Evans ReportJanuary 25, 2012
• January 25, 2012

Any of you who have heard me speak recently have probably heard me talk about the fact that the District of Columbia is in a better financial position than any other city, county, or state in the country.? Our finances remain strong and the development projects in our city are the envy of our neighbors.

I have the firm belief, however, that we would be doing even better if we had a more straightforward business regulatory structure and took steps to roll back some of the substantial disincentives to those who consider relocating to the District to start a business and raise a family, or who consider moving out of our city when they reach retirement age.? Therefore, in our next budget, I am recommending a number of specific proposals that I hope you will support.

First, our corporate income tax is a tremendous burden at 9.975%, much higher than the 6% Virginia charges and even the 8.25% levied by Maryland.? Particularly when times are tight, how can we expect a business to choose to sacrifice an extra 2-4% of their already slim profit for the privilege of doing business in our city?? ?I propose lowering this tax to 6%. Secondly, on a similar note, the District charges a tax of 9.975% on unincorporated businesses, while our neighbors do not.? We should phase out this tax entirely.

Third, our income tax is too high and is based on bad policy.? As I have said before, a member of the Council cannot claim to be in favor of small business and also of an increase in the income tax, which falls heavily on many small businesses.? I propose to create a more progressive income tax structure by lowering them ? those earning above $350,000 would pay 8.5% rather than 8.95%; those earning between $100,000 and $350,000 would pay 8.0% rather than 8.5%; those earning between $40,000 and $100,000 would be placed in a new bracket and pay 7.5% rather than 8%; and those earning between $10,000 and $40,000 would be taxed at 5.5% rather than 6%.

Fourth, the District made a mistake by decoupling our local estate tax from the federal estate tax.? We should eliminate the District?s estate tax to encourage our retirees to remain residents of the District, investing in our local economy and contributing to our civic and cultural life.

Fifth, we need to repeal the wrongheaded tax on formerly tax-free municipal bonds.? As predicted, the implementation of this tax appears to be resulting in an administrative nightmare.? For example, it is unclear whether taxpayers have enough information to determine whether a share held in an ostensibly grandfathered municipal bond mutual fund nevertheless has become partially taxable as the fund manager executes future trades.? This unfortunately may be just the first onslaught of many where the supposed grandfathering provision could be chipped away.

Sixth, we must sunset the sales tax increase as promised and lower it from 6% back to 5.75%. Part of why I was so skeptical of the deal to grandfather current holdings of municipal bonds while taxing new purchases is that I have been in the government long enough to see promises like this made, and promises broken.? The city promised it would sunset the sales tax increase this year, then broke this promise when the city decided it needed the money in order to pass the largest budget in our history.? We are only a quarter of the way through fiscal year 2012, and the mayor is already projecting $45 million in government overspending despite having raised every tax on the books.? This has to stop.

Murphy?s Love: Advice on Intimacy and RelationshipsJanuary 25, 2012
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*Dear Stacy:*
*I am a 27-year-old, professional, single woman living in D.C. I also have a medical condition ? bipolar disorder ? which is well under control (meds and counseling). My diagnosis has had an impact on my relationships in the past, especially before I got a handle on it in college. I have had a few serious boyfriends since then, but it seems that once I reveal my situation, things start to go downhill. One guy began blaming all of our problems on my being bipolar, even though my highly trusted therapist and I truly believe this had no bearing on our relationship (e.g., I had no episodes during our time together). Another got angry that I hadn?t told him sooner and soon began to back away from me. My question is this: Do I have to tell potential love interests that I have this condition? If so, when is the best time to come clean? I am sick of worrying about this. I only want to find someone who accepts me through and through.*
*?Gun-Shy in Northeast*

Dear Gun-Shy:
First, congratulations on finding the right combination of therapy and medications to feel like you are in control of your diagnosis ? this is not a small feat, definitely something to celebrate. Next, please be gentle with yourself for not necessarily knowing when and where to offer this information to others. With so much misinformation about mood disorders in the zeitgeist, the term ?bipolar? has become a go-to adjective to describe the stereotypically unstable character on cop shows galore. The truth is that many people with bipolar disorder can have very few episodes throughout their lives. The diagnosis is something sufferers are able to manage with certain regular interventions, much like diabetes or panic attacks.

But the question of disclosure is not limited to those with bipolar disorder. When is the best time to tell a New Love that you have been treated for an STD in the past, that you have a degenerative neurological disorder or that schizophrenia runs in your family? Unfortunately, there?s no definitive answer. Some would say: You name it ASAP, and let the chips fall where they may, preventing yourself from getting in too deep with someone only to lose them due to something beyond your control. Others would say: Give yourself a chance to get to know the person first, let him know you and see if the makings of a strong foundation are already there before tremor-testing it.

The truth is that all relationships have disclosure moments (You aren?t a virgin? Your family pastime is passive-aggression? Your dream retirement involves an RV?), and these moments are what we use to size up the chemistry between us. You have a ready-made reliability test to see if you?ve found a good match. Eventually, you can recommend a good book about your diagnosis, e.g., ?An Unquiet Mind? by Kay Jamison). But first let?s reclaim this information as part of what makes you, you. As such, the right match will be with someone who finds it somewhat mundane, but mostly evidence of your strength and resilience.

*Dear Stacy:*
*It?s January, and I am trying my best to focus on new starts and fresh goals. I am struggling because my ex got back in touch with me over the holidays, and I just can?t keep her off my mind. We?ve been texting and she refriended me on Facebook. My heart flips when I see her name on my callerID, but we haven?t seen each other yet. Things ended two years ago because we didn?t want the same things (yes, she wanted to get married and I did not). Now, it seems she?s comfortable with keeping it casual, and I have to admit that I am really enjoying the flirting we?ve got going on. Is there something about the holidays that gets people to revisit failed relationships? Valentine?s Day is coming up, and I keep fantasizing about some amazing reunion between us. Am I being unrealistic?*
*-Mooning Over Her*

Dear Mooning:
You are absolutely right, it does seem that the holidays cause old flames to reignite ? maybe it?s the cold weather that puts some of us on the lookout for revivable embers. It is exciting to reconnect with an old love. With the variety of social media options available, it isn?t hard to imagine why a text from her offers you a charge when compared to watching your Facebook friends change their profile pictures to photos of their kids on Santa?s lap.

Nevertheless, you ask the more important question last: ?Am I being unrealistic?? The conundrum actually has nothing to do with the time of year. You are asking if it?s realistic to think that someone who wanted to marry you two years ago is now happy to keep things casual. Not likely. But then again, you haven?t actually asked Ex, have you? The thing about reconnecting with old flames is that the timespan of the romantic phase of the relationship is vastly reduced. You already had that experience several years ago, and so this time around the honeymoon phase is going to be abbreviated. Once the initial experience of seeing her again, touching her again, being with her again, is over, it?s likely that you will return to the power struggle phase that broke you up two years ago.

But my advice is not to cut off all contact ? not when you have been given this incredible opportunity for growth and self-understanding (sorry, that?s probably not what you were hoping for). Meet Ex for coffee. Check in with yourself about how it feels to sit across from her. Ask some questions about what her life has been like in the last two years. Her answers might give you some insight as to whether she?s really in a more casual space or if you might like to return to where you both left off.

*Stacy Notaras Murphy is a licensed professional counselor and certified Imago Relationship therapist practicing in Georgetown. Her website is [StacyMurphyLPC.com](http://www.stacymurphylpc.com/), and you can follow her on twitter @StacyMurphyLPC. This column is meant for entertainment only and should not be considered a substitute for professional counseling. We really do want your questions. Send them confidentially to stacy@georgetowner.com.*

Weekend Roundup January 19, 2012
• January 23, 2012

Vera Wang Fall 2012 Wedding Dress Trunk Show

January 20th, 2012 at 10:00 AM | Tel: (240) 396-5411

Saks Jandel will host Vera Wang’s Fall 2012 Wedding Dress Trunk Show showcasing non-traditional hues Thursday- Saturday all day. Appointment necessary.

Address

Saks Jandel

5510 Wisconsin Avenue

Chevy Chase, MD

Make sure to pick up The Georgetowner’s Wedding Issue on February 8th for bridal ideas and tips!

Saturday Night Sips Ticket

January 21st, 2012 at 06:30 PM | $125 | Event Website

January 21st, 2012 at 06:30 PM | $125 | Event Website

Cocktail party features tastes from the D.C. area’s best chefs. The event benefits D.C. Central Kitchen and Martha’s Table.

Address

Newseum

555 Pennsylvania Avenue NW

Mad Hatter’s Dance Party

January 21st, 2012 at 09:00 PM | $95 | Event Website

Washington Ballet Jete Society hosts one of the best parties of the year with an Alice in Wonderland theme, a 5 hour open bar, gourmet hors d’ouevres, a DJ and a performance by the ballet.

Address

The Ritz Carlton

1150 22nd Street NW

Washington DC

FREE CONCERT FOR 18 & UNDER: “The Human Spirit”

January 22nd, 2012 at 03:00 PM | $14 adult, $10 senior/college student, free for ages 18 & under | events@aypo.org | Tel: 703-642-8051 | Event Website

Comps for Kids Concert: Free for Ages 18 & Under!

The Human Spirit

American Youth Philharmonic

Daniel Spalding, Music Director & Conductor

Guest Artist: Dotian Levalier, harp

Program:

Miguel del Aguila: The Giant Guitar

Mark Adamo: Four Angels, Concerto for Harp and Orchestra

Jean Sibelius: Symphony No. 1 in E minor, Op. 39

Comps for Kids is generously sponsored by Target. No reservations are necessary and free tickets will be available at the door.

Address

Center for the Arts, George Mason University

4373 Mason Pond Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030

Cocktail party features tastes from the D.C. area’s best chefs. The event benefits D.C. Central Kitchen and Martha’s Table.

Address

Newseum

555 Pennsylvania Avenue NW

Living the Dream…Singing the Dream: Celebrating the Legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.

January 22nd, 2012 at 07:00 PM | $25-$45 | choralarts@choralarts.org | Tel: 202.785.9727 | Event Website

The Choral Arts Society of Washington and Washington Performing Arts Society (WPAS) Men, Women, and Children of the Gospel Choirs raise joyful voices together in the annual community concert celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr., “Living the Dream…Singing the Dream.” Including classical music selections, moving Gospels, hymns and spirituals, this 24-year-old tradition honors Dr. King’s values of unity, peace and brotherhood.

Address

Kennedy Center Concert Hall

2700 F Street, NW

FotoWeekDC and International Lifeline Fund invites you to Deborah Terry’s Opening Reception

January 25th, 2012 at 06:30 PM | $20 | lifelinefundevents@gmail.com | Tel: 202-530-8550 | Event Website

International Lifeline Fund and FOTOWEEKDC cordially invite you to Deborah Terry’s Photography Works Opening Night on Wednesday, January 25 from 6:30 until 9:00pm. The exhibit will be up until Wednesday, February 1, 2012.

All proceeds from the event, sales or donations, will benefit the International Lifeline Fund and FotoWeekDC organizations.

Address

L2 Lounge

3315 Cadys Aly NW,

Washington, DC 20007

Time Is Running Out!
• January 17, 2012

DC DMV’s ticket amnesty program is drawing to a close. All open parking, moving violation and photo-enforcement tickets issued prior to January 1, 2010, qualify for amnesty. During the amnesty period, all late penalties on eligible tickets are waived.

Pay your amnesty tickets online at www.dmv.dc.gov, over the phone (866-893-5023) or in person at DMV Adjudication Services, 301 C Street, NW, 8:15 a.m. – 5:00 p.m, Monday-Friday. If you are unsure of what you owe, visit www.dmv.dc.gov and click on ticket amnesty to complete an online request form.
Don’t miss this opportunity! The program ends on January 27, 2012.

Weekend Roundup January 12,2012
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Water Street Gym Supports Georgetown Ministry Center

January 12th, 2012 at 04:33 PM | trish@waterstreetgym.com | Tel: 202.812.5050

Water Street Gym is celebrating their one year anniversary at their new location by giving back to the community. Help with their effort to support Georgetown Ministry Center and the homeless in Georgetown by bringing any unwanted warm winter coats to the Water Street Gym (3255 K Street, NW, Georgetown Waterfront above CycleLife) from now to January 31st.

You can also organize an internal drive at your place of employment or business and email trish@waterstreetgym.com for a scheduled pick-up. 202.812.5050

Address

3255 K Street, NW,

Georgetown Waterfront above CycleLife

MLK- The Making of a Holiday

January 13th, 2012 at 06:00 PM

Join On The Potomac Productions and Destination DC for a private screening of “MLK- The Making of a Holiday” at L2 Lounge on Friday, January 13,2012 at 6pm.

“MLK: The Making of a Holiday” highlights the life and accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King and the popular movement that led to the passage of congressional legislation to create a national holiday in his honor. The one hour film, co-hosted by actors LeVar Burton and Marla Gibbs, features exclusive interviews with Coretta King and Stevie Wonder.

Address

3315 Cadys Alley Northwest
Washington D.C.

1K Wine and Beer Walks

January 14th, 2012 at 02:00 PM | 35-40 | info@crystalcity.org | Tel: (703) 412-9430 | Event Website

Get ready to lace up your walking shoes and sip your way to the finish line, but you won’t find energy drinks along the way. Instead, walkers can sample more than 30 different wines as they make their way through a fun, indoor course at the Crystal City Shops during the one and only 1K Wine Walk. The event returns on January 14th and 15th, 2012. Walkers can tap into extra fun with the inaugural 1K Beer Walk the following weekend.

Address

2200 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA, 22202

Quis Custodiet

January 14th, 2012 at 07:00 PM | $25.00 | tinabarksdale@yahoo.com | Tel: 315-212-1901 | Event Website

The Examiner called Artistic Director Robert Bettmann’s last piece “An example of artistic craftmanship”, and the company’s new work, Quis Custodiet, includes videos by renowned local artist Tim Tate as well as choreography by Bettmann. The dance explores the issue of Security through the performance of intersecting narratives, including a re-telling of the biblical stories of Adam and Eve, and Cain and Abel. What do we do to keep ourselves safe as nation, and as individuals?

Address

Woolly Mammoth Theatre

641 D Street NW Washington, DC 20004

Corcoran offers FREE Admission to ’30 Americans’

January 16th, 2012 at 10:00 AM | FREE | Event Website

Join the Corcoran Gallery of Art and College of Art + Design on Martin Luther King Day, January 16 when the Gallery will honor Dr. King and celebrate the landmark exhibition 30 Americans with FREE admission and additional promotions:

Chef Todd Gray of Todd Gray’s Muse has prepared a special MLK brunch for Sunday January 15 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Please call (202) 639-1786 for reservations

All visitors on MLK Day will receive a two-for-one voucher to the Gallery to use before February 12, when 30 Americans closes, allowing visitors to come back and bring a friend for the price of one!

30 Americans (October 1, 2011–February 12, 2012) is a wide-ranging survey of work by many of the most important African American artists of the last three decades. Selected from the Rubell Family Collection, the exhibition brings together seminal figures such as Jean-Michel Basquiat and David Hammons with younger and emerging artists such as Kehinde Wiley and Shinique Smith. Often provocative and confrontational, 30 Americans focuses on artistic community as well as issues of racial, sexual, and historical identity in contemporary culture. For more information on 30 Americans, please visit www.corcoran.org/30Americans.

Address

Corcoran Gallery of Art and College of Art + Design

500 Seventeenth Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20006

Commuters Beware: Metro Construction this Weekend, L’Enfant Plaza, Eastern Market
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Metro is accelerating its efforts to improve safety and return the system to a state of good repair. Their new track maintenance approach to major weekend track work involves temporarily closing individual stations or clusters of stations at a time and substituting buses for rail service. While it isn’t the most preferable thing to have the metro running sluggishly through the weekends, it’s a pretty decent way to go about it all things considered.

Metro says that the benefits to this new approach are that trains will operate more normally outside the work zone and with fewer delays, necessary track work will get done faster, and fewer customers will be inconvenienced by track work at a given time.

Shuttle bus service between the closed tracks are free.

This weekend, Metro will be shutting down the Orange and Blue line between L’Enfant Plaza and Eastern Market, which put the Federal Center and the Capitol South stops out of commission.

With metro delays and the surprisingly nice summer weather, this might be a good time to sign up for Capital Bikeshare!. Happy travels!

Dr. Jonathan E. Zucker, Authoritative Voice on Daily Pollen, Passes Away
• January 13, 2012

Allergist Jonathan E. Zucker, who for years was the authoritative voice giving the region’s daily pollen count on radio and television for Washington, D.C., died of a heart attack Dec. 27, while vacationing in La Quinta, Calif., where he and his wife Kitty Kelley spent recent winters. Zucker, who was a longtime resident of Georgetown, was 70.

Dr. Zucker, who was board certified in allergy and immunology and pediatrics, grew up in patrician surroundings on Fifth Avenue in New York City, but intentionally established his medical practice in Upper Marlboro, Md., reaching traditionally undeserved areas.

He was born in New York City on March 15, 1941, and was the salutatorian of New York’s Riverdale Country Day School in 1958. He attended Yale University for two years before transferring to Columbia University, where he graduated in 1962 and completed medical school in 1966. He was an intern, resident and chief resident of Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York City and served at the Bureau of Radiological Health in Washington, D.C., as a member of the U.S. Public Health Service.

He completed a fellowship in pediatric allergy and immunology at Children’s Hospital in Washington, D.C., before joining the long-standing Washington, D.C., pediatric practice of Dr. Ewell Black. He went into solo practice in 1973 for 35 years in Prince George’s County, retiring in 2008.

For years, Dr. Zucker recorded a daily report on WTOP radio and television on the pollen levels in Washington, D.C., information that was crucial to the region’s thousands of allergy sufferers.
Dr. Zucker was an enthusiast of sports, wine and good food. He was the president of the D.C. chapter of the International Wine and Food Society, a gastronomic society founded in 1933. He hosted many gatherings at Washington area restaurants with society members to sample unusual menus and vintages.

Survivors include his wife, author Kitty Kelley, whom he married in 1991; a son, Jeremy Zucker and daughter-in-law Gretchen Zucker; a daughter, Amanda Bowker, and son-in-law David Bowker, and four grandchildren, Eli, Eve, Jonah and Vivian, all of Washington, D.C., and a sister, Jane Zucker, of St. Anselmo, Calif. An earlier marriage to Nancy Baum ended in divorce.

Memorial services will be held Jan. 1 in La Quinta, Calif., and at a later date in Washington, D.C. The family asks that any contributions in Dr. Zucker’s memory be directed to D.C. Public Library Foundation, 901 G St. NW, Suite 400, Washington, D.C. 20001; DCPLFoundation.org.

Washington Fine Properties Applauds Record Sales at The George Town Club
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Washington Fine Properties enjoyed a fabulous holiday party at the George Town Club on Wednesday evening, Dec. 14. The firm had a lot to celebrate after receiving several awards in 2011 recognizing The Highest Average Sales Production Per Agent in America and The Highest Average Sales Price By Firm in America, as awarded by Real Trends 500. The firm also led as Number One in Sales Over $1 Million in Washington, D.C., in 2011, along with the record-breaking sales of historic Evermay, Halcyon House and the Marwood estate in Potomac. [gallery ids="100450,114927,114935" nav="thumbs"]

One Lounge Celebrates 2 Years in Business With Donations to Children’s Hospital
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On Dec. 15, co-owners Niko Papademetriou and Seth McClelland of Dupont Circle hotspot One Lounge (www.oneloungedc.com) celebrated two years in business by raising around $3,000 and collecting more than 150 holiday gifts for the Washington Children’s Hospital with an elaborate anniversary fete for high-profile business owners and D.C. celebs.

ABC 7 sweethearts Pamela Brown and Britt McHenry spearheaded the gift gathering efforts with support from co-newsies Alison Starling, Cynne Simpson, Natasha Barrett and Jummy Olabanji. Other Washington heavyweights such as Comcast SportsNet’s Ivan Carter, NBC 4’s Eun Yang, Doug Kammerer and Dan Hellie, FOX 5’s Dave Feldman, WPGC’s Sunni in the City, BET’s Angel Elliot, Glow Productions’ Pete Kalamoutsos, KStreetKate’s Kate Michael, Rogue 24 owner and chef RJ Cooper, RNDC VP of sales John Linette, Washington Wholesale director of sales Chang Park, Luxxery Medical Spa’s Dr. Ayman Hakki, Capital File editor-in-chief Kate Bennett, famous jeweler Alberto Parada and The Sports Junkies Eric Bickel (EB) sipped Moet Chandon and Svedka cocktails and jammed to DJs and live jazz from The Pete Muldoon Band. [gallery ids="100451,114971,114937,114963,114955,114947" nav="thumbs"]

Ringing Out 2011, Ringing In 2012: New Year’s Eve in D.C.
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Throughout the city, there are many places to celebrate New Year’s Eve. Check out the list below for places in Georgetown and all over the city. There is still time to make plans.

The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown (3100 South Street, NW) is offering two dinner options in the Fahrenheit Ballroom. For the 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30pm seatings, guests can choose from a three-course menu for $75 per person. After 8 p.m., a four-course menu for $125 per person is offered.

Cafe Milano (3251 Prospect Street, NW) is offering an a la carte menu until 9 p.m. and then a prix fixe menu, along with two DJs and a band. The prix fixe menu is $125 per person and includes one glass of sparkling Italian wine but excludes all other beverages, tax and gratuity.

Bistro Francais (3124 M Street, NW) invites you to ring in the New Year with with chef Gerard Cabrol and a special 3-course prix-fixe menu ($59), a complimentary glass of champagne and noisemakers before midnight. www.bistrofrancaisdc.com

Puro Lounge (3276 M Street, NW) hosts a New Year’s Eve party starting at 7p.m., including great music with Guy Robert Jean, DJ music after 10:30 p.m., favors, raffle and many more surprises.

Sequoia (3000 K Street, NW) is offering a special five-course New Year’s menu, live entertainment (Radio King Orchestra), and a champagne toast at midnight. For more information, visit www.arkrestaurants.com/sequoia_dc.html

L2 Lounge (3315 Cady’s Alley, NW) is hosting New Year’s Eve Havana Party. Live telecasts of New Year’s Eve celebrations happening across the globe will be projected throughout the lounge. Havana beats to be performed by a live bongo drum musician playing in synch with L2’s in-house DJ. Breakfast will be available from 1 to 3:30 a.m. No entry fee for L2 Members plus five of their guests present upon check-in; $50 per person for non-members. Table reservations being held in reserve for L2 Members; non-members may send their requests to be put on the waiting list to memberservices@l2lounge.com.

Kafe Leopold (3315 Cady’s Alley, NW) offers an unforgettable New Year’s Eve dining experience featuring a decadent Austrian-inspired menu and NYE specials, prepared by the chef, while listening to live jazz music performed by Amy Bormet. Guests will be provided a complimentary party favors and noise makers to ring in 2012. Call 202.965.6005 to make reservations.

Mate Lounge ( 3101 K Street, NW) knows how to throw a party. Enjoy two hours of sushi and Latin fusion cuisine, a midnight champagne toast, party favors and fabulous live DJ set to set the tone for a fabulous year. To party with friends, book a VIP table for six people, and enjoy a bottle of Absolut vodka as well as a bottle of champagne to toast 2012. Sushi and Latin fusion cuisine buffet and party favors also provided. For table reservations (parties 7 or more), contact farees@latinconcepts.com or 202.361.1666. Pre-sale tickets, $35; regular, $45; table service for six persons, $350.

Sea Catch Restaurant (1054 31st Street, NW) is offering a “New Years Symphony” menu, featuring five courses for $60. For an additional $25, guests can add a wine tasting including four wines.

Bourbon Steak (2800 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW) is offering guests executive chef Adam Sobel’s special six-course tasting menu priced at $175 per person — with an additional $95 including wine pairings. The menu will be filed with luxe dishes such as Osetra caviar sandwich with toasted blini and fried quail egg, Chinese roast squab with foie gras steamed bun and plum sauce and Grilled bison tenderloin with black truffle gnocchi and toasted hazelnut. Dessert will see sweets, such as pineapple in all forms from confit to soup to sorbet, and the rich Bourbon Steak brownie with bourbon cordial and chocolate creameaux. The restaurant will offer two seatings for New Year’s Eve. The first seating will be available from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and will offer a three-course menu for $90 per person. The second seating will be available from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. — www.bourbonsteakdc.com

Peacock Cafe (3251 Prospect Street, NW) There are some reservations available for our festive annual NYE prix fixe dinner. First seating is from 6 to 7:30 pm, three courses and a glass of bubbly for $50 (not incl. tax & tip). A la carte options also available at the first seating, and all night long for bar patrons. Second seating brings late night excitement and takes place from 8 to 10 p.m.; four courses include a glass of bubbly plus party favors and festivities at midnight for $65 (not incl. tax and tip). All night, Moet & Chandon will have a special price of $64.88 ($20.12 off list price). Please call 202-625-2740 to make your reservations; credit card confirmation required.

Citronelle (3000 M Street, NW) will be offering two dinner seatings for the evening, with the first seating at 5:30 p.m., and the second starting at 8:30 p.m. This year will feature a special New Year’s Eve package on Dec. 31, including an overnight stay at The Latham Hotel, parking, and a continental breakfast.

For more locations in Georgetown, visit Georgetown BID

Outside of Georgetown, There Are Many Other NYE Parties to Attend

Newseum (555 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW): Make the Headliners Ball an even bigger story, and add dinner at The Source by Wolfgang Puck and lodging at Hotel Monaco. There’s no better place to count down to 2012 than D.C.’s top museum and party venue. The Headliners Ball features the best in food, drink and entertainment for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration. One-of-a-kind cocktails and food from Wolfgang Puck, entertainment from the area’s hottest party band, Round Midnight, Dance jams with DJ Scientific Beats and access to Newseum exhibits.

Countdown to midnight and 2012 on the 40-foot by 22-foot high-definition video screen.

The Headliners Ball at the Newseum offers a choice of three packages — $195 per person; $180 for Newseum members; includes an open bar (8 p.m. to 2 a.m.), light snacks and a champagne toast at midnight. For more information, please call 202/292-6100.

Eden Lounge: For those looking to party down in class, I Street hotspot Eden Lounge (1716 I Street, NW) is hosting the End of The World 2012 New Year’s Eve Party in our nation’s capital this year. Located in the heart of Washington, Eden is D.C.’s own oasis under the stars. The hotspot has attracted A-list celebrities, such as David Arquette, T.I., Nas, Alex Ovechkin, LMFAO, Jay Sean and Wale among others. For party-goers who want to flash some real cash, Eden is offering a slew of baller packages. The Ultimate End of The World Package for $5,000 includes VIP Admission for 40 Guests and a private VIP section. To bring in the New Year with cheers, guests will receive 24 bottles of Moet and Chandon Imperial Rose Champagne and 10 bottles of premium liquor. For those with a more reasonable budget, the venue is offering VIP Packages of both $1,000 and $750, including VIP admission for 10 or eight guests. All New Year’s Eve packages with bottle minimums also include complimentary bottles of champagne. Individual tickets are also available for purchase for $30. To reserve a table or for more information, visit www.EdenDC.com or call 202-491-2165.

Josephine: Celebrate New Year’s 2012 in style at the newly enhanced Josephine Lounge at 1008 Vermont Avenue, NW. Josephine wowed the D.C. party scene in October with its chic brand new modern decor and redesign expanding the venue’s usable dance and mingling space. The hotspot has hosted celebrities such as Sean Penn, Will.i.am, Demi Moore, Ashton Kutcher and Spike Lee. D.C. party people are invited to dance the night away to music by DJ N’dys from Miami’s famous Set nightclub. The DJ recently remixed the song “Missing You” by the Black Eyed Peas. VIP Packages start at $1,000 for 10 guests and bottle and champagne numbers depend on package deals. Individual tickets can be purchased for $40 and $75 for couples. To reserve table packages, visit www.josephinedc.com or call 202-347-8601.

Public: Join high-energy Dupont Circle favorite Public Bar (1214 18th Street, NW) for an evening of vibing and imbibing this New Year’s Eve. Public will be offering tables for up to 10 guests starting at $800, including champagne and bottle service. Individual tickets can be purchased for $80. Happy Hour prices will be offered, 8 to 10 p.m., and an open bar will be available to all guests from 10p.m. to 1 a.m. An appetizer buffet will be served from 10 p.m. to midnight for hungry Public partygoers. To reserve table packages or purchase tickets, visit www.PublicBarDC.com or call 202-223-2200.

Lost Society: U Street boutique steakhouse Lost Society (2001 14th Street NW) will be hosting a special New Year’s Eve feast to ring in the new year. With a unique and sophisticated ambiance, the lounge has already attracted celebrities such as Sean Penn and Tara Reid. DJ’s Gavin Holland and Chris Burns will be spinning on the decks starting at 9 p.m., with dinner served at 7:30 p.m. Table reservations start at $250 and tickets can be purchased in advance for $25 with three guaranteed top shelf cocktails. For more information, visit www.lostsociety-dc.com or call 202-618-8868.