Smithsonian Craft Show Preview Night
• April 25, 2014

The Preview Night of this year’s Smithsonian Craft Show took place at the National Building Museum on Apr. 9. The several-day show is widely regarded as the country’s most prestigious juried show and sale of American sculptural object and design featuring over 120 artists. This year’s highlight was the presentation of the first Visionary Award to metal sculptor Albert Paley and furniture artist Wendell Castle as artists who have risen to the pinnacle in the world of sculptural arts and design.

Children’s Ball Dazzles, Raises Record $10.7 Million
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At the Ritz-Carlton in the West End on April 11, the black-and-white formal theme underlined the benefit for the Children’s National Medical Center — raising a record $10,734,300 at its eighth annual Children’s Ball. [gallery ids="101720,142985" nav="thumbs"]

Dumbarton Oaks Park Conservancy Fete at Evermay
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The Dumbarton Oaks Park Conservancy marked the renewed park known as Georgetown’s “Secret Garden.” The group of community and environmental leaders enjoyed another Georgetown treasure, Evermay, on April 16. [gallery ids="101719,142989" nav="thumbs"]

Washington Area Concierge Award at Malmaison
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Georgetown was the focus of WACA’s General Membership Meeting at Malmaison on April 15. WACA President Leslie Valtin thanked the Popal family for hosting. Julie Sanders presented the sixth La Lumière award to Jeff Morgan of the five-star Four Seasons Hotel. Morgan, a past WACA president, has been recognized as Concierge of the Year. Presentations included those made by the Georgetown BID, fourth-generation restaurateur Billy Martin of Martin’s Tavern, the Circulator and The Georgetowner editor-in-chief Robert Devaney. WACA’s annual gala will be held at the Hamilton on Aug. 17 with a theme of “A Night in Nashville.” [gallery ids="101718,142994,142990" nav="thumbs"]

11th Annual Blue Jeans Ball
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Yet again the denim-focused food fest and party filled the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel April 13 — all to benefit the Capital Area Food Bank. [gallery ids="101716,143025,143027,143020" nav="thumbs"]

Fashion for Paws: 8th Annual Runway Show
• April 24, 2014

It was a fashionable evening for canines and their special people as they gathered at the Omni Shoreham on Apr. 12 to benefit the Washington Humane Society. WHS President and CEO Lisa LaFontaine noted that “we have touched the lives of 43,000 animals a year.” The event chaired by Dr. Ashley Gallagher with Co-Masters of Ceremonies Scott Thuman and Dr. Katy Nelson featured models who had raised a minimum of $5,000 each as they and their pooches paraded before a sell-out crowd. [gallery ids="101715,143028,143038,143034" nav="thumbs"]

N Street Village
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N Street Village, the social services agency that provides shelter and support to homeless and low-income women, held its annual gala at the West End’s Ritz Carlton March 21. The upbeat, always joyous event brought together women who benefitted from the non-profit, volunteers and benefactors, especially those in government and media. Comcast’s Melissa Maxfield and A.B. and Jill Cruz were gala co-chairs; Byron and Kim Dorgan were honorary co-chairs. Founders’ Awards were given to Sen. Mike Enzi (R-Wyo.) and his wife Diana, and also to Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.). [gallery ids="100727,120805,120801" nav="thumbs"]

N Street Village Celebrates 40 Years
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One of D.C. most effective and loved non-profits helping women get back on their feet and into life, N Street Village benefits with help from influential local and national leaders and everyday people. It was a joyful event April 9 with Sweet Honey in the Rock on stage.

Night of Vision
• April 11, 2014

The Prevention of Blindness Society (POB) of Metropolitan Washington held Eye on Low Vision at the Four Seasons Hotel on March 24. The theme focused on POB’s programs and services that help individuals of every age or socio-economic background save or improve their sight. A reception and silent auction were followed by dinner with Master of Tyrone Stanley. Virginia Lions Club, District 24-A, received the Community Service Award, and Suleiman Alibhai, O.D., was honored with the Professional Service Award. Guests eagerly took to the dance floor to the upbeat sound of Bob Jenets UpFront. [gallery ids="100721,120703,120697,120668,120692,120677,120685" nav="thumbs"]

Kickoff Luncheon for ‘Celebrazione della Cura’
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The Washington Home and Community Hospices will celebrate the 125th anniversary of providing healthcare services for aging, chronically and terminally ill area residents at the Embassy of Italy on April 26. In anticipation, a kick-off luncheon was held at the George Town Club. CEO Tim Cox welcomed guests and acknowledged club board president Sharon Casey. The only in-patient hospice facility in D.C. gives “people the opportunity to make memories until the very end.” Guests shared their personal experiences and raised a glass to Tandy and Wyatt Dickerson, who were celebrating their 20th wedding anniversary, and to the birthday of photographer Neshan Naltchayan.

Brenda de Suze, Kathie Truitt, Linda White (Kickoff 002.jpg)

Jan Du Plain Sheila Switzer, Sharon Casey

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Nicole d’Amecourt, Judith Terra, Shahin Mafi, Harriet Fulbright (Kickoff 004.jpg)

Wyatt and Tandy Dickerson flank Robert Heggestad.
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