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“PAWS AT THE PARK” Happy Hours at the Park Hyatt
Do you ever feel guilty leaving your best canine buddy home alone to go to happy hour, even after they’ve waited all day for you to come home from work? I do! That’s why I can’t wait for Park Hyatt’s Dog-friendly happy hours to support animals in need.
Howard Theatre Grand Re-Opening
Washington D.C. has been abuzz with news of the Howard Theatre’s grand re-opening. The theatre’s triumphant return marks a culmination of the massive restoration effort lead by the non-profit Howard Theatre Restoration that began in September 2010.
This past Tuesday night, a crowd filled the theatre for a VIP Grand Opening Concert and Celebration of the Historic Howard Theatre. This truly diverse crowd – a mix of ages, races, genders, and styles unlike any I’ve seen in D.C. – demonstrated the theatre’s potential to become the universal cultural touchstone it once was.
PLTI goes to Metrostage for “Be Careful! The Sharks Will Eat You!”
Make plans to see a remarkable show that sold out in NY, Miami and LA! “Be Careful! The Sharks Will Eat You” is a show NYTheater.com called “a story filled with strength of character, laughter, identity, and hope.” Great theater is reason enough to buy but the tickets are for a great cause too.
Whole Foods Rocks Multiple Events for One Year Anniversary
The folks in Rockville might recall this time last year when WholeFoods open their doors on Woodglen Drive — and now it’s time to party! To honor their first anniversary, WholeFoods Rockville has created a series of fun events throughout the week encouraging the community to join them in celebration.
On Thursday, April 12th come by any time throughout the day to enjoy music and hourly raffles with birthday cake from 2-3PM and again from 5-7PM alongside grilling delights from WholeFood chefs and local vendors. There’ll also be specialty cooking classes and a seafood contest — a foodies heaven! Here’s the breakdown…
Yuris Night is Back at Artisphere
On April 14th Artisphere will host an “out of this world art extravaganza” with 15 visual artists, 20 performers, and two bands. The “Wrath of Shock-a-Khan” featuring burlesque performances from DC and NYC starlets and a 45-minute performance as the S.S.S. Gagarin crew gets flown for a loop when their old Starfleet Academy buddy Shock-a-Khan comes to call.
10th Annual Carpenters Cook-Off
Another winter is behind us, and while warmer weather and brighter days are ahead it can be easy to forget those who have to brave the elements in search for food and shelter. Homelessness is a very real problem in the DC area, but one which you can help alleviate.
Carpenter’s Cook-Off is an annual fundraiser hosted by Carpenter’s Shelter. Each year 30 of the DC area’s best restaurant’s chefs serve tasting portions of their favorite dishes. Then Cook-Off attendees get to vote for the yummiest bites while enjoying live music and a live auction on trips, tickets, meals and more. All proceeds go toward ending homelessness in the national capital region.
Beers for Becas
We know you don’t need an excuse to drink a margarita or two – But just in case you are looking for one, we have the perfect defense. On March 29, the more drinks (and delicious Salvadoran/Mexican food platters) you consume, the more children you send to school. Simple, right? Bottoms-up.
The Clean Water Network’s Earth Day Celebration
It’s hard to imagine what DC would look like if the city were not surrounded by water. There would be no sparking views of the Potomac from monuments, no canals to walk along in Georgetown, no falls to dip your toes in on the Billy Goat Trail and no hope of continued restoration and revitalization along the Anacostia.
So come celebrate the natural resource that makes our city so enjoyable with the Clean Water Network at the coalition’s Earth Day Celebration. The event, which will also commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Clean Water Act, one of our nation’s landmark environmental laws, will take place on Sunday, April 22 from 3:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at 1st and Potomac Avenue, SE.
L’Enfant Society Ball on the Mall Kick-Off
The annual Ball on the Mall is coming up — May 5th will be upon us before we know it! But you don’t have to wait until then to get in on the fun. On March 26th, the L’Enfant Society will host the Ball on the Mall Kick-Off at The Federalist at The Madison Hotel from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
The Kick-Off is complimentary for L’Enfant Society members with a $25 fee for non-members. The Ball on the Mall is not only an opportunity to don your favorite ball gown or black tie getup, it also raises awareness and funds for efforts to preserve the National Mall, the ground of some of America greatest moments in history.
Filmfest DC: Washington’s International Film Festival
You dominated Oscar’s this year. All of your bets were on “The Artist;” you nailed the best and worst dressed list; and you even predicted something sinister would happen to Seacrest on the red carpet. But somewhere in between Billy Crystal’s montage spoofs and Jennifer Lopez’s nip slip, something else happened – You were completely lost when four words were muttered: Best Foreign Language Film.
Tailored Elegance by Elie Tahari at Tyson Saks Fifth Avenue
The only thing more exciting than the cherry blossoms this season is the arrival of new spring fashions and flare. Whether you are looking for a new tailored suit or power pastel dress, Elie Tahari has something elegant and eye catching for you. Head to Saks Fifth Avenue at Tysons Galleria on March 17, 2012 for the Elie Tahari Spring Fashion show and get tips on how to rock the season’s latest trends. Enjoy, light refreshments and personal style consultations. And of course, shopping!
A-SPAN Victory Toss Cornhole Tournament
It’s finally spring, and United Social Sports and the Rosslyn Business Improvement District are giving you the perfect excuse to get outside and take advantage of the warmer weather. On Sunday March 25, the organizations are hosting an afternoon of outdoor fun and games to benefit The Arlington Street People Association Network (A-SPAN).
Sportsmen and spectators will fill Arlington Gateway Park in Rosslyn from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Teams of two can register by March 23 for an entry fee of $20 per person, and spectators and supporters are welcome to attend for free.
