FROM THE EDITOR
Activism, Media, Policy Summit Brought Together Industry Leaders at Newseum Today
Presented by David All Group, the second annual AMP Summit brought brilliant minds together at the Newseum in Washington, DC today. What began with an an opening reception at Microsoft on Wednesday evening ended with libations and celebrations at the exclusive L2 Lounge, and included an extremely impressive lineup of speakers and panels at the Newseum throughout the day. Seeking a little persuasion and engagement I attended Persuasion Trends: Innovative Social Marketing & Online Advertising, The Future of News: Immediate, Social and Mobile, and Brands as Publishers: Interactive Content and Video. Inspired and intrigued by the conversation around the future of news in an online world I’d like to share some of the conversation that transpired that caught my attention…
Save the Date for DC Wine Week!
Have you heard of DC Wine Week? Neither had we — so DCeventjunkie & Pivot Point Communications have joined forces to make it happen! October 15-22, 2011 will be a week long celebration of all things related to wine in Washington, DC and surrounding neighborhoods.
Activism, Media and Policy Summit 2011
On September 28-29, thought leaders and influential minds in the activist, media and political spheres will gather together in Washington, DC to discuss the revolution of the people-powered movement fueled by the Internet and technology. The two-day summit, organized by David All Group, includes an impressive lineup of speakers and an agenda uniquely categorized by Persuasion, Activation, and Engagement sessions. It will include compelling topics like: The State of the Industry: Adapting to a Digital Age; Mobilizing for Social Good: The Changing Face of Philanthropy; and Brands as Publishers: Interactive Content and Video. These panels and keynote talks will feature industry thought leaders and experts, and you will have the opportunity to network with and learn from them.
August Notes from the Editor
It’s been many months since I posted an editor’s note, apologies! My drive for renewed health and fitness moved my focus to personal posts but I’m back on track with the monthly for those of you following along. Lots has been happening so I’ll condense it as best I can…
Fashion’s Night Out in Good Taste and Health
Are you ready for Fashion Night Out Georgetown on September 8th? In line with this evening of fashionable fun the March of Dimes will be hosting an extra special event earlier on the same evening — a prelude to their upcoming Signature Chef’s Auction on November 16th. Before you hit the streets of Georgetown your presence is requested at Saks at Tysons Galleria for Fashion’s Night Out in Good Taste and Health. Read on for more details and special Blogger Lounge Invitation!
WEAVE DC 15th Anniversary Gala
As a provider of legal, counseling, and education services for survivors of intimate partner abuse and gender-based violence, WEAVE — Washington Empowered Against Violence — Gala and fundraising efforts are supported by firm and corporate leadership from top legal and global telecommunication companies around the U.S. Their consistent and generous support ensures that 90% of sponsorships and ticket sales generated from the upcoming 15th Anniversary Gala will directly fund WEAVE programs, which is all the more reason YOU need to attend! As WEAVE is one of our community partners, DCeventjunkie is proud to share the details of this fun, foodie-focused, fundraiser featuring an art exhibit from Vian Sora and performance by Grammy nominated recording artist Carolyn Malachi. On September 22nd, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce will house over 300 supporters of WEAVE for their 15th Anniversary Gala with VIP Reception and and Awards Ceremony.
DC Social Media Enthusiasts Found at Lost Society
Last night, members of DCSM (DC Social Media — a group I began on Facebook eight months ago) gathered on the rooftop of DC’s latest boutique steakhouse, Lost Society. With an aim to host one offline event each quarter, this was the third one this year gathering more than a hundred local social media enthusiasts to network and grab some face time with online friends.
Join ScoreBig and Enter to Win $100 for Tickets!
Last month we introduced you to ScoreBig.com, the new free –yet members-only– place to get great deals on sports, concert and theater tickets right here in DC and beyond. And now we’ve got even bigger news! Sign up via DCeventjunkie and be entered to win $100 free credit banked right into your new account. That’s $100 you could spend on tickets for some of these fab upcoming events…
Score BIG on Tickets for DC Sports, Concerts, Theater and Art Events
We’re excited to announce our partnership with ScoreBig, the new free –yet members-only– place to get great deals on sports, concert and theater tickets right here in DC and beyond! If you’ve ever used priceline.com then you’ll be familiar with this model. You choose the event, you choose the seating area, you choose the price. None of that delivery or additional ticket fee nonsense. If your offer is accepted it’s a winner and you’re heading out for a good time at a fraction of the cost. If not, you get 24 hours until you can try again so bid reasonably folks!
Whine Wine Wednesdays
You only have to search #WMATA on Twitter to see that there’s plenty of whining online in DC! Wherever there’s a common love, there’s a community. And wherever there’s a community, there’s an event! Today I created Whine Wine Wednesday — the brainchild of my friend Ian Preston — a space to whine in company with wine in hand. You can join in online by posting to the wall of the new Facebook page or tweeting your rants each Wednesday with #wwwDC; or offline at weekly Whine Wine Wednesday happy hours at various hotspots (with good wine) around DC. First event to be announced as soon as we build this new community, so share this post and spread the whine — or wine — love around DC!
Calling Wannabe Chefs for DC Taco Experiment!
The Food Experiment is coming to Washington, DC and DCeventjunkie is proud to be a local sponsor of the event. This amateur cook-off calls all of DC’s finest home Chefs to battle it out for cash, glory, and a trip to compete for a National title in Brooklyn, New York. It’s time to see just how crazy you can get with a taco folks. From savory to sweet, big, small, soft, or hard – it’s time to rock out the creative cooking!
Calling All DC Tech Enthusiasts for a Futurists Meetup!
Let’s get together IRL and talk about the future..in real-time! Join hosts Amy Senger and Steve Mandzik of 1X57, and myself at Public Bar as we welcome Patrick Tucker, Senior Editor of THE FUTURIST magazine to Washington, DC.
