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PawCasso is an elegant evening gala featuring a live art auction, a spectacular silent auction, yummy bites and cocktails, and a live band..The best part? You can bring your pups! […]
Join Anita McBride for an intimate dinner of historic White House recipes, and gain insights into the changing expectations of our first ladies and their historic influence on American politics, policy and global diplomacy. Every attendee will receive a copy of the White House History Journal featuring "The First Ladies. "$79 (exclusive tax and tip).
Capital Caring is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2017 with a special 40th Anniversary Passion for Caring Gala, held on Saturday, November 11, at the MGM National Harbor Resort. The […]
For casual weekend (or weeknight, we don’t judge!) wine drinkers and seasoned sommeliers alike, Drink the District Wine Festival: Holiday Edition is the premier DC Wine Festival for food, friends, and fruits of the vine - just in time for the holidays! Savor crisp whites, rich reds, and flirty roses while noshing on perfectly paired […]
The Embassy of France in the United States Cordially invites you to celebrate Champagne & French Excellence -VIP Champagne Tasting with Hors D'Oeuvres -Unique Selection of 40+ Champagne Cuvées -More than 10 Epicurean Tasting Stations -French Gourmet "Ateliers" & Champagne Pairing -Champagne Sabering Ceremony and Demonstrations -French Music & Entertainment VIP Tickets available - Include […]
Cheesemonster, Alice Bergen Phillips, returns to give us a class on how to make a stunning cheeseboard for the holidays while Chef Christianne Ricchi shares three of her holiday sparkling cocktail recipes. Create your board to take home with you while sipping some holiday cheer. $59 (inclusive of all materials, instruction, cocktails, tax and gratuity)
If you love seafood, take part in our updated version of the classic Italian-American tradition leading up to Christmas known as La Vigilia. We will be featuring seven types of seafood in seven courses. $89 (exclusive tax and tip). Call (202) 835-0459.
If you love seafood, take part in our updated version of the classic Italian-American tradition leading up to Christmas known as La Vigilia. We will be featuring seven types of seafood in seven courses. $89 (exclusive tax and tip). Call (202) 835-0459.
If you love seafood, take part in our updated version of the classic Italian-American tradition leading up to Christmas known as La Vigilia. We will be featuring seven types of seafood in seven courses. $89 (exclusive tax and tip). Call (202) 835-0459.
Dine by candlelight under suspended balloons and festive streamers as you reminisce about 2017! Italians have a long-standing tradition of dining on lentils (a symbol of wealth) and pork (a symbol of life's fullness) the night before a new year. Our menu has both in abundance! Complimentary champagne toast at midnight and party favors. A […]
Join The Watergate Hotel on Sunday, January 14th for a “Manners and Mimosas” Social and Upscale Dining Etiquette Course, part of a new series of etiquette courses taught by Modern Etiquette Coach, Maggie Oldham. This 2-hour private dining course, which includes a pre-fixe plated brunch with champagne and mimosas, covers all aspects of American and […]
The Migration Project explores human flight through stories of relocation. Hear from fifteen community members as they tell fragments of family history dating back from multiple generations, or a story […]
Looking for that perfect, romantic atmosphere to make this year's Valentine's Day special? Create a unique experience by choosing from an elegant four-course, price-fixed menu (with complimentary sparkling) or order a la carte. Free valet parking. $89 (exclusive tax and tip). Call (202) 835-0459 to make reservations.
Be the first to taste this "liquid gold" 2017 Vintage Olio Nuovo that will be flown straight from the hills of Umbria in a 5-course dinner. Alberto Panella will be on hand to tell us the story of the 400-year-old trees from which it is produced. $79 (exclusive tax and tip). Call (202) 835-0459 to […]
Join us for a savory and sweet evening of tastings featuring Washington DC's top female chefs. Net proceeds benefit the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Alliance's research and programs for women with ovarian cancer.
The Sanderling Resort is renowned for its gorgeous southern weddings on the shores of North Carolina's Outer Banks and this March they will be hosting the ultimate wedding planning party for couples, planners and lovers of love. The comfortably elegant affair will bring attendees face to face with more than 30 of the region's most […]
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) National Capital Region is hosting its 17th annual Green Tie Affair celebration and fundraiser March 15 at District Winery in Washington D.C. Green building […]
Most people could use a dose of joy and calmness in their day. Learn how to find focus and live and cook mindfully from Laurie Cameron, author of The Mindful […]
Our busy professional and personal lives can seem so overwhelming at times, we may feel there is something missing. It's time for a change in how we live, cook and […]
Looking for some fresh, unique clothing and jewelry to wear this Spring and Summer while helping your community? Stop by during lunch (11:30 am-2:30 pm) or dinner (5-8 pm) to check out the India Hicks collection for sale to benefit GrantED. This great local charity provides DC teachers, primarily in Wards 7 and 8, with […]
Everyone's buzzing about the D.C. debut of the hit musical, Hamilton, in June. Whether or not you have tickets, get your Alexander Hamilton fix early at this cocktail party and […]
Wishing upon a star for the perfect evening out? Then join us to gaze up at the stars while enjoying live music, food and fun! Come experience Dumbarton House in […]
Steeplechasing all day, browse 'Saddler's Row- vendor village or participate in the children's stick pony races Gates open at 10:30 $25 general admission BlueRidgeRaces.org
Profs and Pints presents: "Speaking of Speakeasies," a discussion of prohibition and its boozy effects, with Allen Pietrobon, adjunct professor of modern American history at American University and visiting professor at Trinity Washington University. The 1920 Constitutional amendment prohibiting the consumption of alcohol was supposed to solve some of the nation's most pressing social issues, […]
Join Sahasra Deepika Foundation for Education for Brunch & Conversation with Paige Kimble, Executive Director of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, as part of our Leaders Light the Way series. Sunday, April 29, […]
Join Dumbarton House for the opening of multi-media artist, Curtis Woody’s A Sketch of Slavery in the District of Columbia. His exhibit opens in conjunction with two other exhibitions, 100 […]
Enjoy Spring cocktails, and learn from the designers of Encore Décor how to create a beautiful arrangement for Mamma or bring her along and party together. A perfect Mother's Day […]
Join us for a special evening on Friday, May 4th, 2018 from 6-8 p.m. to support the Foundation's scholarship program. Highlights include music by Maine jazz legend Brad Terry, silent […]
Make Mother’s Day more special this year with a fantastic, family-friendly kid's cooking class at Kingbird Restaurant at the iconic Watergate Hotel in D.C.! From 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. […]
Join us for a memorable night of Italian opera and cuisine to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Greater Washington, DC. Listen to a performance of arias and love songs […]
You are cordially invited to join Mrs. Bennett for a spirited discussion of Austen’s works and enjoy a lively period appropriate tea while learning the history of taking tea in […]
Chocolate Truffle Making Classes - includes Rosé Wine Truffles for Mom Saturday, May 12th and Sunday, May 13th from 11AM - 1PM Surprise Mom with this Mother's Day event or […]
Come and celebrate Mother’s Day at the Lifesaving Station Restaurant at the Sanderling Resort on Sunday, May 13 from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Enjoy a special three-course Mother’s Day […]
If you want to give your mother the best this Mother's Day, bring her to i Ricchi! Enjoy something from our regular menu, or try our special menu. A children's […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Mapping the Silk Road,” with Justin M. Jacobs, associate professor of history at American University and editor of The Silk Road, the journal of the Silkroad Foundation. You probably can thank the Silk Road when you sip tea, write on paper, or watch fireworks burst across the sky. Without it, such […]
Join us for Dumbarton at Dusk the third Thursday of every month. Tour the museum after hours and experience our grounds in a different light. Each Dumbarton at Dusk will include a cash bar, food, music, and pop-up history activities to enhance Dumbarton House’s collections.
Come join us for Oscar Wilde’s classic Trivial Comedy for Serious People: The Importance of Being Earnest presented by The Picnic Theatre Company! Enjoy cocktails, refreshments and music. Proceeds benefit […]
Proclamation Reception 5-6:30 pm Music, Carnival Masqueraders, Meet, Greet and Mingle with Caribbean Foodies till 10:00 pm *FREE EVENT* Pre-registration required at https://ccmonth.eventbrite.com. Caribbean Street Foods & drink specials! Partners: National Caribbean-American Foods & Foodways Alliance (NCAFFA), Spark at Engine 12, Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Caribbean-American Community Affairs (MACCCA), Caribbean-American Chamber of Commerce of the […]
Returning to Washington D.C., SAVORSM: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience will unite craft beer lovers and independent brewers this June for the 11th year. Presented by the Brewers Association (BA), SAVOR is hailed as the premier craft beer and food pairing event in the U.S., serving up a selection of small bites perfectly […]
Returning to Washington D.C., SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience will unite craft beer lovers and independent brewers this June for the 11th year. Presented by the Brewers Association (BA), SAVOR is hailed as the premier craft beer and food pairing event in the U.S., serving up a selection of small bites perfectly […]
Returning to Washington D.C., SAVORSM: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience will unite craft beer lovers and independent brewers this June for the 11th year. Presented by the Brewers Association (BA), SAVOR is hailed as the premier craft beer and food pairing event in the U.S., serving up a selection of small bites perfectly […]
In Italy everyone drinks rosé, so we are welcoming men to enjoy it. Make way for Brosé! Come learn how to choose, serve and taste rosé with 6 examples from 4 countries along with savory Italian favorites. $49 (all inclusive).
Join your creative peers for a classy, arts-filled evening at Arlington Arts Center in support of Jane Franklin Dance, a local nonprofit whose 2018-19 Season includes both cutting-edge collaborations and wide-ranging community outreach. Your ticket earns you access to the event’s outdoor performances of Auto-Audio, a site specific romp to music by The Shadows featuring […]
Do you enjoy drinking tea? Are you interested in learning more about different teas from around the world? Then join us for a flavorful afternoon filled with tea education, tea tasting, and a tour of our collection centered on the taking of tea during the days of early America. We will be joined by a […]
Come join us for Oscar Wilde’s classic Trivial Comedy for Serious People: The Importance of Being Earnest presented by The Picnic Theatre Company! Enjoy cocktails, refreshments and music. Proceeds benefit Dumbarton House and Courage for Kids. There are three chances to see the performance: Wednesday June 13, 2018 Thursday June 14, 2018 Friday June 15, […]
Come join us for Oscar Wilde’s classic Trivial Comedy for Serious People: The Importance of Being Earnest presented by The Picnic Theatre Company! Enjoy cocktails, refreshments and music. Proceeds benefit Dumbarton House and Courage for Kids. There are three chances to see the performance: Wednesday June 13, 2018 Thursday June 14, 2018 Friday June 15, […]
The relationship between a father and daughter is key to how a girl views herself. Mamma Ricchi is setting aside a special night for fathers to treat their daughters to dinner for Father's Day. This night could also be for fathers to have face-to-face time with their adult daughters or for daughters to treat their […]
Come join us for Oscar Wilde’s classic Trivial Comedy for Serious People: The Importance of Being Earnest presented by The Picnic Theatre Company! Enjoy cocktails, refreshments and music. Proceeds benefit Dumbarton House and Courage for Kids. There are three chances to see the performance: Wednesday June 13, 2018 Thursday June 14, 2018 Friday June 15, […]
Celebrating our 11th Annual Food event at NIH Main Campus in Bethesda. Come out to CANIH’s Invigorate Day for Caribbean Food and Local and International Craft Vendors, Reggae Zumba, Entertainment […]
Enjoy the longest day of the year outside in our gardens! Play Quoits and Battledore on the lawn as you sip on cocktails and enjoy live music. Free food and cash bar provided by Geppetto Catering.
Salute the longest day of the year as we celebrate the Summer Solstice. Everything and everyone will be decked in white under the stars and twinkling lights. Our menu will feature summertime favorite cocktails, pastas, grilled meats and seafood, salads and of course, our house-made gelato. Bring a white accessory along for even more fun! […]
Join craft cocktail expert, Dan Burke and sommelier, Mandie Silver, to experience a new take on your favorite cocktails, and taste the cool wines of the Pacific Northwest. $59 (all inclusive).
Delight in Regency inspired films during our 7th Annual Jane Austen Film Festival under the summer stars in Dumbarton House’s historic North Garden. Tickets are $6 per film or $20 for all four films. Become a museum member and get in for free, plus have early entry! *We highly recommend that you buy tickets in […]
Unwind after work with classic arcade sports, ballpark food and tours of amazing athletes in the exhibition Champions.
Join us for this FREE “can’t miss” festival of the summer on July 14 from 3-8pm! It’s a day packed with Mini Golf, Photobooth Fun, Glitter Tattoos, Bubble Mania, Balloon Artists, Ziplines, Obstacle Course, Crafts, Merchant Specials, Family Activities, and more fabulous fun! Enjoy live music from the Robbie Limon Band, Never Born to Follow […]
Try a variety of spirit tastings while smoking a cigar outdoors on our piazza. Bring your own cigar, or enjoy one courtesy of JR Cigars.
Delight in Regency inspired films during our 7th Annual Jane Austen Film Festival under the summer stars in Dumbarton House’s historic North Garden. Tickets are $6 per film or $20 for all four films. Become a museum member and get in for free, plus have early entry! *We highly recommend that you buy tickets in […]
July is the month of Janeites at Dumbarton House. Come for the opportunity to create your own Jane Austen inspired masterpiece, learn about what was going on in America during […]
Join us for our annual Twilight Tastings celebration of locally brewed beer and blended wines on July 21 at 6:00 p.m.This much anticipated festival is bigger and better this year […]
Our furry friends bring us so much joy and companionship. This night, don't leave them home - bring yours out for a date. You bring the pet; we supply the […]
Delight in Regency inspired films during our 7th Annual Jane Austen Film Festival under the summer stars in Dumbarton House’s historic North Garden. Tickets are $6 per film or $20 for all four films. Become a museum member and get in for free, plus have early entry! *We highly recommend that you buy tickets in […]
Escape the summer heat and enjoy a nice cold treat! Learn about ice cream, ice, cold dishes and how they kept things cold! Bring your sweet tooth and prepare for […]
Locals can swing by Shop Made in DC for a complimentary Lost Sock Roasters nitro cold brew coffee from the cart outside the store entrance, provided in partnership by Kimpton […]
Rise and shine! To celebrate the launch of a new partnership that supports the District's makers, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants + Shop Made in DC are teaming up to offer […]
Delight in Regency inspired films during our 7th Annual Jane Austen Film Festival under the summer stars in Dumbarton House’s historic North Garden. Tickets are $6 per film or $20 for all four films. Become a museum member and get in for free, plus have early entry! *We highly recommend that you buy tickets in […]
If all this rain is making you blue, get out of the house and join our party. For just $39 you can try flat breads; fried chicken; cheese, tomato and […]
Let your hair down, grab your boogie shoes and join us for a night you won't forget! Come dance to live disco tunes (brought to you by APO musicians and […]
Join us for our communal dinner under the stars as we recapture the sense of camaraderie and merriment unique to the centuries-old Palio di Siena horse race festivities.
Please join Savor Strategies and featured speakers Andrew Limberg of Rose's Restaurant Group and Ellen Kassoff Gray of Equinox Restaurant, to learn how to transition your top performing employees into management roles. We will focus on the tools, resources, and skills needed to develop successful leaders. Successful restaurateurs agree that one of the best ways […]
Meet an icon of Italian wine culture, Pio Boffa, and his daughter, Federica, representing the next generation of Italian vintners, as they introduce their renowned wines and talk of the path forward. Taste 6 exceptional wines while grazing on specialties from i Ricchi’s Antipasto Table. $39(exclusive tax & tip).
Join us in welcoming the 2018 Polo Classic players to Middleburg! Greenhill Winery & Vineyards will host a “Meet the Players” event on Thursday, September 6 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Wine & Hors d’Oeuvres(Cash Bar) RSVP by September 4 - Visit greenhillvineyards.com/reservations and search by date. This event features a Polo Fashion Preview […]
Savor wines from esteemed vintners from the D.C. area and beyond, all while supporting the life-saving efforts at the Zoo and worldwide. At this wild event, enjoy an acoustic show by D.C.-based folk/pop duo Sweater Set, handcrafted goods and animal encounters.
Celebrate Georgetown’s Scottish Heritage with a Scotch Tasting at Scottish Heritage Night at Dumbarton House. Guests will enjoy live music, food, broadsword demonstrations and dance performances. Not sure of your Scottish Heritage? Come and look up your family Tartan and try your hand at draping a kilt. In Partnership with The Saint Andrews Society and […]
Our popular food festival outdoors at Tudor Place in Georgetown features heritage food and drink, outdoor music and games, and ties to local history. Back by popular demand: the Foggy Bottom Whomp Stompers will be entertaining all with live Prohibition-era jazz at the event! Brews, Booze & Bites on Saturday, September 22 from 1 - […]
The third annual Brews, Booze & Bites is Saturday, September 22 from 1 pm to 4 pm. Spend the first day of fall in the historic gardens of Tudor Place in Georgetown, enjoying unlimited grazing on heritage and artisanal foods, spirits, wines, beers, and desserts. Live jazz, lawn games, scavenger hunt, and museum visits too. […]
It’s a fair like no other! Join us for our three-day celebration of all things handmade. Over 100 juried artisans from across the country gather in the National Landmark of Waterford, Virginia to exhibit and demonstrate jewelry, clothing, furniture, and home décor craft. It’s your chance to touch, feel, and explore high-quality American craft and […]
It’s a fair like no other! Join us for our three-day celebration of all things handmade. Over 100 juried artisans from across the country gather in the National Landmark of Waterford, Virginia to exhibit and demonstrate jewelry, clothing, furniture, and home décor craft. It’s your chance to touch, feel, and explore high-quality American craft and […]
The first-ever Love Beer Festival, which takes place in Washington, D.C. near Yards Park on Oct.6-7, is a celebration of great beer and the passionate people who brew it. The festival is a family-friendly event open to all beer lovers at no cost, giving D.C.-area residents a chance to explore their craft beer curiosities and […]
It’s a fair like no other! Join us for our three-day celebration of all things handmade. Over 100 juried artisans from across the country gather in the National Landmark of Waterford, Virginia to exhibit and demonstrate jewelry, clothing, furniture, and home décor craft. It’s your chance to touch, feel, and explore high-quality American craft and […]
Continuing the annual tradition of celebrating the seasons, we invite you to join us on the Piazza for our Welcome Autumn Dinner. Join us for the last dinner of the year under the stars and twinkling lights. $79 (exclusive tax and tip).
Paint the Town Red is a special evening dedicated to raising much-needed funds in support of the mission of the American Heart Association – to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. The night features specialty cocktails, light food bites, music, dancing and a silent auction. For more information on the […]
Celebrate Día de los Muertos After Hours at the National Museum of the American Indian. The museum opens its doors for a free late-night event during the three-day festival dedicated […]
You're invited to the opening reception of the art exhibition, Kristina King: Atmospheric Works, in Via Umbria's second floor art gallery in Georgetown. Venue: Via Umbria Galleria 1525 Wisconsin Avenue, […]
Profs and Pints presents: "The Story of American Cooking," an examination of our nation's culinary and eating habits over time, with Allen Pietrobon, adjunct professor of modern American history at American University and visiting professor at Trinity Washington University. Want to be a big hit at the dinner table this Thanksgiving? Impress folks with your […]
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner in Degrees Bistro featuring a four course prix fix meal with choice of oven roasted turkey or grilled 12 oz. prime angus rib eye for $75 per person. Guests are invited to upgrade their experience for $20 per person to include tableside wine service featuring a selection of red, white […]
Make spirits bright this holiday season at Friends of the National Zoo’s (FONZ’s) annual BrewLights bash! From 6 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 29, come to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo for a one-night only craft beer event. Guests will enjoy unlimited tastings from more than 40 breweries and sample complimentary snacks, all under the twinkling […]
You're invited to celebrate Holidays through History with Anderson House, Dumbarton House, and Woodrow Wilson House, this Friday, November 30th. Enjoy tours of three festively decorated historic houses, enjoy historic cocktails unique to each site, and celebrate the season with music, activities, and food. Reservations suggested; purchase tickets at dumbartonhouse.org/events Friday, November 30th from 5:30-8:30 […]
The Bella Italia Market, a marketplace of quality Italian goods and services, will take place on Sat., Dec. 1 from 10 am to 6 pm, and Sun. Dec. 2 from 10 am to 5 pm. There will be a Designer Fashion Show with original Italian designs on Sat. Dec. 1 at 4 pm. The Market […]
Join us for the 13th annual MetroCooking DC Show! Spend the day experiencing the many culinary highlights of MetroCooking DC. Enjoy celebrity chef cooking demos by Emeril Lagasse & Carla Hall, appearances by Lidia Bastianich & Bethenny Frankel, shopping from 250+ specialty food vendors, unlimited samples from DC’s hottest restaurants in the Grand Tasting, hands-on […]
Come on a Netwalk with Senior Attorney, Jonathan Parthum and learn why Intellectual Property (IP) protection should not be neglected in a crowded marketplace. IP is one of the most important tools for growing your business during the formation and development of the business. Seeking IP protection late in the business lifecycle can lead to […]
