MORE EVENTS
Bikes and Booze – Living Life in the Fast Lane
Next month, the Crystal City Business Improvement District is bringing gears and beers to Arlington with its inaugural Crystal City Diamond Derby.
On March 10, the parking garage at 18th and Crystal Drive will transform into an urban cycling arena, complete with a lounge (including an open bar and a big screen displaying the on-course action), spectator viewing areas, street art, live music and of course, cycling courses.
Logan Tavern to Deck the Walls Green for Paddy’s Day
It’s a rare partying soul not reveling in all things Irish on St. Patrick’s Day — specifically the sport of drinking, which apparently the world thinks we have mastered. Not to be left out, Logan Tavern will be blasting Irish tunes, serving up traditional fare, and pouring beer specials till your eyes turn green.
Wear green and choose from a free appetizer, dessert, or Stoli doly shot…If you’re thinking that now’s the time to check out their Warm Bittersweet Chocolate Fudge Cake you’ve been drooling over I’m going to interject with this: Paddy Up and Get Drinking!
(read on for my thoughts on PATTY!)
The Brewer’s Ball is Back
The Annual Brewer’s Ball is back for it’s 8th running year. A craft beer & food tasting festival to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, the Brewer’s Ball is an all-inclusive occasion to sample handcrafted microbrews from more than two dozen of the region’s best microbreweries and brewpubs as well as some of the highest rated DC-area restaurants. This year’s event will feature live entertainment by The Congress and a silent auction featuring domestic and international trips, one of a kind experiences, memorabilia, gift certificates to local events, sporting events, restaurants and more.
Experience Style at Crystal Couture 2012
Folks, we are in the middle of one of the best weeks of the year – New York Fashion Week. This is the week when budding styles and colors remind us that warmer weather and hotter fashions are just around the corner.
Unfortunately, not all of us can jet up to New York this week for the shows (my invite must still be lost in the mail…), but thankfully, the Crystal City Business Improvement District is providing D.C. with some much needed fashion and retail therapy at this year’s Crystal Couture.
Dining Out in DC for Valentine’s Day
February 14: In DC, it’s not only a time to celebrate your hearts, but it’s also a time to celebrate your appetites. Whether you’re in love or not, we all need to eat! Why not take advantage of this red and pink holiday, and check one of my top ten choices for Valentine’s Day 2012. Make sure to explore the website of your chosen restaurant to make reservations in advance.
Happy Valentine’s Day, you crazy lovebirds!
Live Green’s Single Green Mingle
February couples events are SO 2008. Skip the sap fest and mingle with environmentally friendly singles at Live Green’s Singles Happy Hour at Cafe Green instead. You’ll meet people who share your passion for sustainable living and imbibe the green way. And maybe you’ll meet someone special with whom you can spend the 14th making fun of couples with…It could happen.
Super Bowl, Super Good Times
Get ready for kick off – The 2012 Super Bowl is this Sunday, February 5th, and we’ve got you covered for the best places to sit back and watch the New England Patriots face off with the New York Giants!
While sitting on my over-stuffed comfy couch with a six-pack of cheap beer and a bag of chips sounds like a great Super Bowl Sunday to me, I can’t help but realize that I do that for EVERY Super Bowl. This year, try spicing it up a bit, and check out one of these fun D.C. events, all themed around the biggest game of the year!
Wine and Dine to Love Jams!
Find your perfect pairing at Whole Foods Foggy Bottom this Valentine’s. On February 12th they’ll be spoiling you with gourmet treats and a selection of European wines for an evening of all you can taste! Purchase a wine glass for $5 — yours to keep — and roam the aisle as love jams play to sweeten the mood. The mouth-watering menu includes Asparagus Salad with Mushrooms, Pecans & Chipotle Mustard Vinaigrette, Danish Blue Stuffed Dates with a Balsamic Reduction, Local Oysters on the Half Shell, Sweetheart Rib Eye with Chocolate Mole, and Vanilla Cheesecake with Bananas. Each dish will be paired with a fine European wine and guests are encouraged to mingle and savor from 5-7 PM.
National Geographic Live!
One of my most vivid childhood memories is of marveling at the sleek pages of my fathers National Geographic magazines. Thus, I was beyond excited to learn that Nat Geo is hosting live presentations by leading explorers, scientists, photographers, and performing artists right here in DC, thereby bringing those glossy images to life.
Savor Wine and Chocolate to Benefit the MS Society
Few combinations are as decadently delicious as wine and chocolate, or as good for your heart. If you need to justify indulging in this wicked combination, you can absolve your guilt by attending this year’s Wine & Chocolate Tasting Benefitting the National MS Society. The tasty event will be held February 12, 2012 from 1:00 to 4:00 at Vinifera Wine Bar & Bistro at the Westin Hotel in Reston. Proceeds also go to support the Determined Soles Team participate in the Challenge Walk for the National Capital Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
The Charlie Visconage Show at the DC Arts Center
Comedian, storyteller, and podcast Jockey Charlie Visconage and Executive Producer, Tohper Bellavia bring you a new late-night talk show focused on connecting audiences with DC-area artists. Premiering on Jan 26th at the DC Arts Center in Adams Morgan, The Charlie Visconage Show will be filmed in front of a live audience every Thursday night featuring monologues, interviews with DC artists, live music performances, comedy, and audience interactions.
ReelAbilities Disabilities Film Festival DC-MD-VA
The ReelAbilities Disabilities Film Festival débuts it’s DC tour this February. The award-winning national film festival promotes awareness and appreciation of the lives of people with different disabilities. Through features, documentaries and shorts it showcases their unique experience and highlights their artistic expression. The films present stories of people living with, and overcoming, extraordinary disadvantages including autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, blindness and mental health issues.
