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Last night we went to Harman Hall for the Shakespeare Theater Companys Mock Trial, as three Supreme Court justices ruled on a libel case based on Shakespeares play Coriolanus. We snapped Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who presided over the panel in The Pen vs. The Sword, with Chadbourne litigation head Abbe Lowell, whos on the STC board and and chairs the Bard Association.
Last night we went to Harman Hall for the Shakespeare Theater Company's Mock Trial, as three Supreme Court justices ruled on a libel case based on Shakespeare's play Coriolanus.
We snapped Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who presided over the panel in The Pen vs. The Sword, with Chadbourne litigation head Abbe Lowell, who's on the STC board and and chairs the Bard Association.
We went to the Ronald Reagan Building for Fight for Childrens Awards Luncheon for Quality Schools, the initiative to improve student achievement in DC public, charter, and independent schools. We snapped FedEx VP Gina Adams (tan dress) and Mayor Vincent Gray surrounded by Fight for Children Board member David Fensterheim, program director Skip McKoy, CEO Michela English, and Board chair Raul Fernandez.
We went to the Ronald Reagan Building for Fight for Children's Awards Luncheon for Quality Schools, the initiative to improve student achievement in DC public, charter, and independent schools. We snapped FedEx VP Gina Adams (tan dress) and Mayor Vincent Gray surrounded by Fight for Children Board member David Fensterheim, program director Skip McKoy, CEO Michela English, and Board chair Raul Fernandez.
Congrats to Columbia Heights Education Campus and DC Bilingual Public Charter School, which each received 100,000 awards. Here, Practical Strategys Elizabeth Plant, Capital Teaching Residencys Sarah Strom, and KIPP DCs Rachel Wandell.
Congrats to Columbia Heights Education Campus and DC Bilingual Public Charter School, which each received $100,000 awards. Here, Practical Strategy's Elizabeth Plant, Capital Teaching Residency's Sarah Strom, and KIPP DC's Rachel Wandell.
State Board of Educations Laura Slover and Office of the State Superintendent of Educations Jose Alvarez.
State Board of Education's Laura Slover and Office of the State Superintendent of Education's Jose Alvarez.
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Ronald Reagan Buildings Julia Rapley and Lindsey Schneider bookend First Washington Realtys Daniel Radek.
Ronald Reagan Building's Julia Rapley and Lindsey Schneider bookend First Washington Realty's Daniel Radek.
We went to the OAS for LAWCFs Grasping the Dream Gala. We snapped DCYOs Liz Schurgin, OAS Mariano Vales, Sonje Productions owner Sonjay DeCaires who planned the event, emcee Comcast SportsNet anchor Julie Donaldson, and Booz Allens Siraaj Hasan.
We went to the OAS for LAWCF's Grasping the Dream Gala. We snapped DCYO's Liz Schurgin, OAS' Mariano Vales, Sonje Productions owner Sonjay DeCaires who planned the event, emcee Comcast SportsNet anchor Julie Donaldson, and Booz Allen's Siraaj Hasan.
We listened to crossover violin from Americas Got Talent winner Damien Escobar. Here, NAMs Candice Austin, Veritexts Lemar Datcher, and Digital Huber High Schools Abeer Saeed.
We listened to crossover violin from America's Got Talent winner Damien Escobar. Here, NAM's Candice Austin, Veritext's Lemar Datcher, and Digital Huber High School's Abeer Saeed.
It was fun having our caricature drawn. Here, RPRs Lindsay Christian, her husband Sacks Bradford Christian, and his mom Woodrow Wilson special ed teacher Wiletta Christian.
It was fun having our caricature drawn. Here, RPR's Lindsay Christian, her husband Sacks' Bradford Christian, and his mom Woodrow Wilson special ed teacher Wiletta Christian.
We joined the National Capital Area Kidney Walk at the Georgetown Waterfront Saturday, starting at Seqouia Restaurant. We snapped Kiewitt Building Groups BJ Gehriki, Rep. Donna Edwards, Fox 5s Will Thomas, and presenting sponsor Ronald D. Paul Companies CEO Ron Paul.
We joined the National Capital Area Kidney Walk at the Georgetown Waterfront Saturday, starting at Seqouia Restaurant. We snapped Kiewitt Building Group's BJ Gehriki, Rep. Donna Edwards, Fox 5's Will Thomas, and presenting sponsor Ronald D. Paul Companies CEO Ron Paul.
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ABC 7s Jummy Olabanji with Mandi Peters and Fairfax Co Public Schools Amy Downing. Congrats to the National Kidney Foundation and the National Walk team, which provided great incentives for volunteers for their hard work, raising over 167k.
ABC 7's Jummy Olabanji with Mandi Peters and Fairfax Co Public Schools' Amy Downing. Congrats to the National Kidney Foundation and the National Walk team, which provided great incentives for volunteers for their hard work, raising over $167k.
We joined 2,000 of our closest friends at DAR Constitution Hall Saturday night for the annual Taste of the South. Rep. Billy Long led the live auction. We snapped him flanked by UMD student Elizabeth Owen, MGH Consultings Peter Mindnich, DHHS Natalie Hanrion, Peters brother Electronic Transaction Assns Chris Mindnich, and Varsights Drake Haywoode.
We joined 2,000 of our closest friends at DAR Constitution Hall Saturday night for the annual Taste of the South.

Rep. Billy Long led the live auction. We snapped him flanked by UMD student Elizabeth Owen, MGH Consulting's Peter Mindnich, DHHS' Natalie Hanrion, Peter's brother Electronic Transaction Assn's Chris Mindnich, and Varsight's Drake Haywoode.
Guests grabbed swag and local dishes from 13 southern states. Here, DynCorps Jason Rossbach, his wife PR guru Laurie, with DynCorp VP Ashley Burke, her husband the Federal Reserves Brendan Burke in the VIP room, serving Catoctin Creek Sazerac.
Guests grabbed swag and local dishes from 13 southern states. Here, DynCorp's Jason Rossbach, his wife PR guru Laurie, with DynCorp VP Ashley Burke, her husband the Federal Reserve's Brendan Burke in the VIP room, serving Catoctin Creek Sazerac.
The half-million in proceeds are split among 14 charities (13 states DC), with a spotlight on Virginia. Here, plastic surgeon Mark Clymer, his wife Aegis Sciences Kasey, FamousDC editor Morgan Gress, AAFMAAs Lauren Wynn, and APIs Brian Johnson.
The half-million in proceeds are split among 14 charities (13 states + DC), with a spotlight on Virginia. Here, plastic surgeon Mark Clymer, his wife Aegis Sciences' Kasey, FamousDC editor Morgan Gress, AAFMAA's Lauren Wynn, and API's Brian Johnson.
Later in the evening, it turned into a big dance party. Here, Banner Public Affairs Jesse Appleton, event chair Ali Gabel, eBays Lauren White, and her husband, teacher Brandon White.
Later in the evening, it turned into a big dance party. Here, Banner Public Affairs' Jesse Appleton, event chair Ali Gabel, eBay's Lauren White, and her husband, teacher Brandon White.
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On Saturday we also spent a galactic night of art, bands, and burlesque at the Countdown to Yuris Night (C2YN) celebration. Rosslyns Artisphere was transformed into an out-of-this-world spacecraft with final-frontier props and an anti-gravity chamber (AKA moon bounce). We snapped Accentures Tracy Jacquez, Michael Jacquez , Tabitha Boggs, and Guillermo Hernandez.
On Saturday we also spent a galactic night of art, bands, and burlesque at the Countdown to Yuri's Night (C2YN) celebration. Rosslyn's Artisphere was transformed into an out-of-this-world spacecraft with final-frontier props and an anti-gravity chamber (AKA moon bounce). We snapped Accenture's Tracy Jacquez, Michael Jacquez , Tabitha Boggs, and Guillermo Hernandez.
Guests, hosts, and performers turned out in their best robotic attire for the Year of the Robot theme. Acrobatic duo Trixie Little and Mr. Beautiful, along with bands Atomic Mosquitoes and Dance for the Dying, provided entertainment until the wee hours. C2YN is an annual party commemorating Russian cosmonaut Yuri Gagarins first manned space flight in 1961.
Guests, hosts, and performers turned out in their best robotic attire for the Year of the Robot theme. Acrobatic duo Trixie Little and Mr. Beautiful, along with bands Atomic Mosquitoes and Dance for the Dying, provided entertainment until the wee hours. C2YN is an annual party commemorating Russian cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin's first manned space flight in 1961.
We went to Fletchers Boat House Saturday morning for the 3rd annual Stroud 5K, helping children with disabilities. We snapped Potomac Maritime prez Keith Powell, TCH Group managing partner Mike Tongour, and Stroud Foundation prez Brooke Stroud Carnot, daughter of the beloved pediatrician for whom the foundation is named, with Jackson, Jack, and Sebastian.
We went to Fletcher's Boat House Saturday morning for the 3rd annual Stroud 5K, helping children with disabilities. We snapped Potomac Maritime prez Keith Powell, TCH Group managing partner Mike Tongour, and Stroud Foundation prez Brooke Stroud Carnot, daughter of the beloved pediatrician for whom the foundation is named, with Jackson, Jack, and Sebastian.
Runners soaked up the spring sun on their jog to Georgetown and back. After the run, everyone headed to Surfside for brunch. Here, real estate exec Mike Magruder and his daughter Madison with The Grosvenor Funds partner Oaks Strawbridge.
Runners soaked up the spring sun on their jog to Georgetown and back. After the run, everyone headed to Surfside for brunch. Here, real estate exec Mike Magruder and his daughter Madison with The Grosvenor Funds partner Oaks Strawbridge.
Saturday we also went to the Parkinsons Move for Mobility 5K5 Miler at the Capital Crescent Trail in Georgetown. 100 of proceeds were donated to the Michael J. Fox Foundation. We snapped John Jay Colleges Odessa Simms and Bronx Community Colleges Crystal Rodriguez with Ebony and David Thompson.
Saturday we also went to the Parkinson's Move for Mobility 5K/5 Miler at the Capital Crescent Trail in Georgetown. 100% of proceeds were donated to the Michael J. Fox Foundation. We snapped John Jay College's Odessa Simms and Bronx Community College's Crystal Rodriguez with Ebony and David Thompson.
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Move for Mobility organizes active events to raise money for diseases and injuries that restrict physical mobility 11k was raised for Parkinsons research at the race. Here, event organizer Amber Wason, Deb Duggan, whos currently battling Parkinsons, and DC Running Clubs John Brathwaite.
Move for Mobility organizes active events to raise money for diseases and injuries that restrict physical mobility; $11k was raised for Parkinson's research at the race. Here, event organizer Amber Wason, Deb Duggan, who's currently battling Parkinson's, and DC Running Club's John Brathwaite.
We went to the annual National ShamrockFest at RFK Stadium Saturday, with performers on nine musical stages, games, and plenty of Guinness and Harp for green-clad revelers. We snapped Variety Entertainer Unicycle Lady flanked by Melissa Schultz and Dennis Neill.
We went to the annual National ShamrockFest at RFK Stadium Saturday, with performers on nine musical stages, games, and plenty of Guinness and Harp for green-clad revelers.

We snapped Variety Entertainer Unicycle Lady flanked by Melissa Schultz and Dennis Neill.
The Ninja Turtles, Steve Willoughby, Pat Lawton, John Newman, and Sean Curran, AKA Donatello, Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael.
The Ninja Turtles, Steve Willoughby, Pat Lawton, John Newman, and Sean Curran, AKA Donatello, Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael.
Shannon Shea dresses up Eernie every St. Patricks Day.
Shannon Shea dresses up Eernie every St. Patrick's Day.
We went to the Italian Embassy for the Mercy Health Clinic Heart of Mercy Gala. We snapped the emcee, NBC4s Pat Collins, flanked by gala co- chair Kim Viti Fiorentino, Italian Embassys Franco Impala, and MHC board member Christopher Perez.
We went to the Italian Embassy for the Mercy Health Clinic Heart of Mercy Gala. We snapped the emcee, NBC4's Pat Collins, flanked by gala co- chair Kim Viti Fiorentino, Italian Embassy's Franco Impala, and MHC board member Christopher Perez.
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A Venetian theme encouraged guests to wear their best masquerade masks as they enjoyed cocktails, dinner , and auctions. Here, MHC exec director John Kleiderer and his wife Kelly bookended by Dr. James Ronan and MHC board member Bill Olson.
A Venetian theme encouraged guests to wear their best masquerade masks as they enjoyed cocktails, dinner , and auctions. Here, MHC exec director John Kleiderer and his wife Kelly bookended by Dr. James Ronan and MHC board member Bill Olson.
MHC gives free healthcare, education, and drugs to low-income uninsured MoCo residents. Here, board member Elena Caulfield, Jay Vending Cos John Messenger and wife Mary Ann, Shady Grove Adventist Hospitals Dr. Brett Gamma and wife Mary Kay.
MHC gives free healthcare, education, and drugs to low-income uninsured MoCo residents. Here, board member Elena Caulfield, Jay Vending Co's John Messenger and wife Mary Ann, Shady Grove Adventist Hospital's Dr. Brett Gamma and wife Mary Kay.
We joined thousands at the finish line of the Rock n Roll marathon at RFK Stadium. And were so proud of Bisnow Medias Laura Bellantoni and Chris Baird who ran the whole way.
We joined thousands at the finish line of the Rock 'n Roll marathon at RFK Stadium. And we're so proud of Bisnow Media's Laura Bellantoni and Chris Baird who ran the whole way.
30,000 runners polished off a full or half marathon with beer and music starting at 9am. CEBs Steve Adams and Stephanie Natusch are with HeaLogics Britton Cone.
30,000 runners polished off a full or half marathon with beer and music starting at 9am. CEB's Steve Adams and Stephanie Natusch are with HeaLogics' Britton Cone.
The Local Palates Cameron Colcolough, Strawbridge Studios Ned Reynolds, VT student David Cross and wife Simply Megs Anna, Oracles Tony Starinieri, Davids sis, VT student Caroline Cross.
The Local Palate's Cameron Colcolough, Strawbridge Studios' Ned Reynolds, VT student David Cross and wife Simply Meg's Anna, Oracle's Tony Starinieri, David's sis, VT student Caroline Cross.
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Yesterday we stopped by P.J. Clarkes for St. Patricks Day with an Irish Pipe and Drum Band and Skins Cheerleaders. Here, DHSs Lindsey Johnson, Guest of a Guests Sophie Pyle, Necessary and Propers Lauren Wynns, and Cori Sue Morris.
Yesterday we stopped by P.J. Clarke's for St. Patrick's Day with an Irish Pipe and Drum Band and 'Skins Cheerleaders. Here, DHS's Lindsey Johnson, Guest of a Guest's Sophie Pyle, Necessary and Proper's Lauren Wynns, and Cori Sue Morris.
Last night we went to two great galas. Well start with Teach for Americas Leadership Changing Lives gala at the Omni Shoreham. We joined over 600 to raise more than 1M for DC schools and snapped Googles Dan Israel, Kipp DC prez Allison Fansler, and The Atlantic Media Company owner David Bradley.
Last night we went to two great galas. We'll start with Teach for America's Leadership Changing Lives gala at the Omni Shoreham.
We joined over 600 to raise more than $1M for DC schools and snapped Google's Dan Israel, Kipp DC prez Allison Fansler, and The Atlantic Media Company owner David Bradley.
After the cocktail reception, the Washington Youth Choir opened the program dinner was followed by a dessert reception and (for those who stay out late on Wednesdays) an after party. Here, KPMG vice chair Sven Holmes with Aspen Institute CEO Walter Isaacson.
After the cocktail reception, the Washington Youth Choir opened the program; dinner was followed by a dessert reception and (for those who stay out late on Wednesdays) an after party. Here, KPMG vice chair Sven Holmes with Aspen Institute CEO Walter Isaacson.
Monumental Sports owner Jack Davies, of course wearing a red tie (Go Caps), Councilman Jack Evans, Ron Brown Middle Schools Amanda Marcum, and Councilman David Catania.
Monumental Sports owner Jack Davies, of course wearing a red tie (Go Caps!), Councilman Jack Evans, Ron Brown Middle School's Amanda Marcum, and Councilman David Catania.
TFA has been in DC 20 years, and has 10,000 teaching nationwide. Here, Cynthia Butz, her husband Jefferson Apartment Group CEO Jim Butz, Baker Tilly partner Pete McKenna, and Futron Cos Catherine De Peuter.
TFA has been in DC 20 years, and has 10,000 teaching nationwide. Here, Cynthia Butz, her husband Jefferson Apartment Group CEO Jim Butz, Baker Tilly partner Pete McKenna, and Futron Co's Catherine De Peuter. ________________________________________
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Last night we went to the OAS for the Latino Student Fund Gala. We snapped Rosalia Miller, who founded it in 94 to fight Hispanic student drop- out rates, with Sidwell Friends trustee Paula Alonso.
Last night we went to the OAS for the Latino Student Fund Gala. We snapped Rosalia Miller, who founded it in '94 to fight Hispanic student drop- out rates, with Sidwell Friends trustee Paula Alonso.
Weve known Colliers EVP Fern Barrueta for years and never knew his real name is Fernando. Hes with Ruth Luper and Wells Fargo SVP Philip Duarte and his wife Cherie.
We've known Colliers EVP Fern Barrueta for years and never knew his real name is Fernando. He's with Ruth Luper and Wells Fargo SVP Philip Duarte and his wife Cherie.
We celebrated by sipping cocktails before Peruvian cuisine. Here, NY Lifes Rene Cruz, Juan and Sandra Borckardt, Wash Gas Ruben Rodriguez, and LSF exec director Maria Fernanda Borja.
We celebrated by sipping cocktails before Peruvian cuisine. Here, NY Life's Rene Cruz, Juan and Sandra Borckardt, Wash Gas' Ruben Rodriguez, and LSF exec director Maria Fernanda Borja.
The silent auction had baskets of games, unique wine, and signed sports gear. Here, Sage Groups Diana Leon-Taylor, LSF board member Julie Forker, FLOC volunteer Jeff Fergus , Metta Journeys CEO Jo Ousterhout, and atty Michael DeSantis.
The silent auction had baskets of games, unique wine, and signed sports gear. Here, Sage Group's Diana Leon-Taylor, LSF board member Julie Forker, FLOC volunteer Jeff Fergus , Metta Journeys CEO Jo Ousterhout, and atty Michael DeSantis.
Were still recovering from SXSW in Austin, between parties and seeing the latest tech startups. Mayor Vince Gray says supporting entrepreneurs is a priority. We snapped him at the DC Tech Meetup flanked by 1776 co-founder Evan Burfield and Blackboard founder Michael Chasen, who told us about his new extremely cool app.
We're still recovering from SXSW in Austin, between parties and seeing the latest tech startups. Mayor Vince Gray says supporting entrepreneurs is a priority. We snapped him at the DC Tech Meetup flanked by 1776 co-founder Evan Burfield and Blackboard founder Michael Chasen, who told us about his new extremely cool app.
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We snapped Startup America chair Steve Case, before a panel on the legal hurdles of crowdfunding, flanked by SoMoLends Candace Klein, Crowdfund Capital Advisors Jason Best, and IndieGoGo founder Slava Rubin.
We snapped Startup America chair Steve Case, before a panel on the legal hurdles of crowdfunding, flanked by SoMoLend's Candace Klein, Crowdfund Capital Advisors' Jason Best, and IndieGoGo founder Slava Rubin.
Studio owner Maggie ONeill told us all about her plans for Teddy, the sequel to Lincoln. We snapped her at A Celebration of American Startups at ACL with husband Startup Americas Chris Roche, sporting .co swag shades.
Studio owner Maggie O'Neill told us all about her plans for Teddy, the sequel to Lincoln. We snapped her at A Celebration of American Startups at ACL with husband Startup America's Chris Roche, sporting .co swag shades.
Our reporter Caitlin Byrnes ran into Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, who only let her snap his photo if she were in it.
Our reporter Caitlin Byrnes ran into Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, who only let her snap his photo if she were in it.
Last night we went to Snuggle with the Stars, DCs Official Oscar Event, at the US Navy Memorial Burke Theater, to cheer for our favorite movies. We snapped Maya Brod, with DC Shorts Film Festival director Jon Gann, and board member Wuiping Yap, wearing Snuggies handed out to event VIPs, since it was a pajama party.
Last night we went to Snuggle with the Stars, DC's Official Oscar Event, at the US Navy Memorial Burke Theater, to cheer for our favorite movies.

We snapped Maya Brod, with DC Shorts Film Festival director Jon Gann, and board member Wuiping Yap, wearing Snuggies handed out to event VIPs, since it was a pajama party.
The only Oscar viewing party here officially associated with the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences encouraged guests to wear comfortable sleep wear since it was close to midnight when Argo finally won. Here, CACIs Will Lambert with Mix 107.3s Brooke Ryan, Stephanie Flax, and Andrea Siegel.
The only Oscar viewing party here officially associated with the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences encouraged guests to wear comfortable sleep wear since it was close to midnight when Argo finally won. Here, CACI's Will Lambert with Mix 107.3's Brooke Ryan, Stephanie Flax, and Andrea Siegel.
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Guests watched on a giant two-story HD screen while sipping soda creations form Gina Chersevani and munching gourmet snacks. Here, Marijuana Policy Projects Robert Capecchi, Human Rights Firsts Caroline Phillips, and Navy Memorials Danielle Loewy.
Guests watched on a giant two-story HD screen while sipping soda creations form Gina Chersevani and munching gourmet snacks. Here, Marijuana Policy Project's Robert Capecchi, Human Rights First's Caroline Phillips, and Navy Memorial's Danielle Loewy.
Its no gamble The National Kidney Foundations Jennifer Jopling says its upcoming Casino Night is sure to be amazing. The March 2 evening is black-tie-optional and attracts 500 guests and volunteers. Enjoy games, food, drink, music, and frivolity, including casino- style gaming (black jack, craps, roulette), complimentary wine and beer, premier silent auctions, dance music, and a photo booth. The fun supports a great cause the DC-area National Kidney Foundations medical research, patient and community services, professional education, and organ donation awareness. Special guests include honorary chairs Skins Lorenzo Alexander and his wife Manjanique. This year, dress green for a chance to win incredible prizes.
It's no gamble: The National Kidney Foundation's Jennifer Jopling says its upcoming Casino Night is sure to be amazing. The March 2 evening is black-tie-optional and attracts 500 guests and volunteers. Enjoy games, food, drink, music, and frivolity, including casino- style gaming (black jack, craps, roulette), complimentary wine and beer, premier silent auctions, dance music, and a photo booth. The fun supports a great cause: the DC-area National Kidney Foundation's medical research, patient and community services, professional education, and organ donation awareness. Special guests include honorary chairs 'Skins Lorenzo Alexander and his wife Manjanique. This year, dress green for a chance to win incredible prizes.
We went to The Pump Me Up Party at the Corcoran Gallery of Art and College of Art Design. We snapped Ian MacKaye (right), front man of influential hardcore punk bands Minor Threat and Fugazi, with Globe Poster Printing Corp.s Bob Cicero.
We went to The Pump Me Up Party at the Corcoran Gallery of Art and College of Art + Design. We snapped Ian MacKaye (right), front man of influential hardcore punk bands Minor Threat and Fugazi, with Globe Poster Printing Corp.'s Bob Cicero.
It was a pre-opening party for Pump Me Up D.C. Subculture of the 1980s, the first exhibition to explore the thriving underground of that era, giving visual form to the raucous energy of graffiti, Go-Go music, and a world-renowned punk and hardcore scene. Here, Globe Collection and Press at MICAs John Lewis and Mary Mashburn with Steve St. Angelo.
It was a pre-opening party for Pump Me Up: D.C. Subculture of the 1980s, the first exhibition to explore the thriving underground of that era, giving visual form to the raucous energy of graffiti, Go-Go music, and a world-renowned punk and hardcore scene. Here, Globe Collection and Press at MICA's John Lewis and Mary Mashburn with Steve St. Angelo.
Guests got to see rare concert posters and photographs from the 80s DC music scene. We snapped Henry Rollins, an American spoken word artist, musician, writer, comedian, publisher, actor, radio DJ, and activist, with Express local news editor Clinton Yates
Guests got to see rare concert posters and photographs from the '80s DC music scene. We snapped Henry Rollins, an American spoken word artist, musician, writer, comedian, publisher, actor, radio DJ, and activist, with Express local news editor Clinton Yates
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Saturday we went to A WINNter AFFAIR at House of Sweden. We snapped Aesthetic Dental Spas Dr. Alex Naini, The Childrens Inn at NIHs Dahlia Benzaquen, and Ellie Slotkin.
Saturday we went to A WINNter AFFAIR at House of Sweden. We snapped Aesthetic Dental Spa's Dr. Alex Naini, The Children's Inn at NIH's Dahlia Benzaquen, and Ellie Slotkin.
Guests danced the cold away to benefit Bethesdas The Childrens Inn at NIH, a nonprofit home for seriously ill children and their families. Here, Mix 107.3s Aly Jacobs, Eagle Banks Matthew Leydig, Julie Ziegler, and Nate Ling.
Guests danced the cold away to benefit Bethesda's The Children's Inn at NIH, a nonprofit home for seriously ill children and their families. Here, Mix 107.3's Aly Jacobs, Eagle Bank's Matthew Leydig, Julie Ziegler, and Nate Ling.
Childrens Inn Young Ambassadors Council prez Beth Maloney, SnapDash founder Meredith Balenske, and Everfis Sarah Peck.
Children's Inn Young Ambassadors Council prez Beth Maloney, SnapDash founder Meredith Balenske, and Everfi's Sarah Peck.
Guests enjoyed The Morrison Brothers Band, cocktails, and hors doeuvres.
Guests enjoyed The Morrison Brothers Band, cocktails, and hors d'oeuvres.
Last night we joined 400 at the Mandarin Oriental for NALEOs annual Edward R Roybal Legacy Gahttpstage.dev-cms.comwtop.php subtitle (No20Title)path2,1093story2846720,2187640, gallery,0la. Rep Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (or Ileanita, if youre a friend), in white, was honored for outstanding public service. We snapped her with Miami Mayor Tomas Regalado, his wife Raquel, MC famed Univision host Maria Elena Salinas, prez Cesar Conde, and SVP Bert Gomez.
Last night we joined 400 at the Mandarin Oriental for NALEO's annual Edward R Roybal Legacy Gahttp://stage.dev-cms.com/wtop.php? subtitle= (No%20Title)&path=2,1093&story=2846720,2187640, gallery,0la.

Rep Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (or Ileanita, if you're a friend), in white, was honored for outstanding public service. We snapped her with Miami Mayor Tomas Regalado, his wife Raquel, MC famed Univision host Maria Elena Salinas, prez Cesar Conde, and SVP Bert Gomez.
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Of course former awardee Sen. Marco Rubio brought a water bottle.
Of course former awardee Sen. Marco Rubio brought a water bottle.
Guests ate surf and turf before heading to the lobby for a dessert reception. Here, Reps. Lois Capps and Pete Olson are flanked by Capps COS Sarah Rubinfield and Toyotas Robert Chiappetta.
Guests ate surf and turf before heading to the lobby for a dessert reception. Here, Reps. Lois Capps and Pete Olson are flanked by Capps' COS Sarah Rubinfield and Toyota's Robert Chiappetta.
Hosted in memory of the congressman, it supports the Education fund for NALEO (Natl Assn of Latino Elected Appointed Officials). Here, Rep. Ruben Hinojosa and his wife Marty are flanked by Coca-Colas Javier Polit, Lizette Olmos, and Rudy Beserra.
Hosted in memory of the congressman, it supports the Education fund for NALEO (Nat'l Assn of Latino Elected & Appointed Officials). Here, Rep. Ruben Hinojosa and his wife Marty are flanked by Coca-Cola's Javier Polit, Lizette Olmos, and Rudy Beserra.
Former Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis, The Hispanic Institutes Gus West, and IDB exec director Gustavo Arnavat.
Former Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis, The Hispanic Institute's Gus West, and IDB exec director Gustavo Arnavat.
Entrepreneur, author and international speaker Debra Townsend put her heart on her sleeve during her dynamic presentation on healthcare advocacy at the recent Sterling Women luncheon. After four decades as a nurse and healthcare entrepreneur, shes devoting the next phase of her life to philanthropy. Over the next three years, shell lead regional and international initiatives focusing on holistic health in the corporate setting and advocacy for patients, families, caregivers and military caregivers in crisis. Shes the CEO of several healthcare companies and nonprofits, including Concepts of Care, The National Center for Compassionate Care, and the International Care ADVOCACY Foundation, and exec director of The Catoctin Foundation and Loudoun Free Clinic. Shes with Sterling Women founder and Reston Limousine CEO Kristina Bouweiri.
Entrepreneur, author and international speaker Debra Townsend put her heart on her sleeve during her dynamic presentation on healthcare advocacy at the recent Sterling Women luncheon. After four decades as a nurse and healthcare entrepreneur, she's devoting the next phase of her life to philanthropy. Over the next three years, she'll lead regional and international initiatives focusing on holistic health in the corporate setting and advocacy for patients, families, caregivers and military caregivers in crisis. She's the CEO of several healthcare companies and nonprofits, including Concepts of Care, The National Center for Compassionate Care, and the International Care ADVOCACY Foundation, and exec director of The Catoctin Foundation and Loudoun Free Clinic. She's with Sterling Women founder and Reston Limousine CEO Kristina Bouweiri.
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Last night we also went to the WUFPAC Welcome Reception Fundraiser to mingle with congresswomen serving this country. We snapped Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (HI) in white flanked by Women Under Forty Political Action Committee board members Kate Farrar, Jessica Grounds and Susannah Shakow.
Last night we also went to the WUFPAC Welcome Reception & Fundraiser to mingle with congresswomen serving this country. We snapped Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (HI) in white flanked by Women Under Forty Political Action Committee board members Kate Farrar, Jessica Grounds and Susannah Shakow.
WUFPAC is the nations only non-partisan organization that supports young women running for local, state and federal office. Here, Rep. Kyrsten Sinema (AZ) is bookended by Blessed Havens Danielle Jennings and Heels Helmets Shavannia Williams.
WUFPAC is the nation's only non-partisan organization that supports young women running for local, state and federal office. Here, Rep. Kyrsten Sinema (AZ) is bookended by Blessed Haven's Danielle Jennings and Heels + Helmets' Shavannia Williams.
ASAEs Mary Kate Cunningham, consultant Erin Barrett, and NASEs Katie Vlietstra.
ASAE's Mary Kate Cunningham, consultant Erin Barrett, and NASE's Katie Vlietstra.
We went to the Heroes Curing Childhood Cancer Gala at The Four Seasons. We snapped Dr. Chris Cannova with his wife Sarah and event co-chair Elizabeth Blalack.
We went to the Heroes Curing Childhood Cancer Gala at The Four Seasons. We snapped Dr. Chris Cannova with his wife Sarah and event co-chair Elizabeth Blalack.
The gala benefited local children battling cancer at Childrens Hospital, which has been serving the nations children since 1870. Here, Chris Hall, with OMelveny Myers Piper Hall and RP Sagner, and his wife Nadya.
The gala benefited local children battling cancer at Children's Hospital, which has been serving the nation's children since 1870. Here, Chris Hall, with O'Melveny & Myers' Piper Hall and RP Sagner, and his wife Nadya.
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The festive black tie-gala, with 500 guests, had a cocktail hour, dinner, dancing, and exciting live auction. Here, White Houses David Sandler, Abby Cook-Mack, with OMelveny Myers Lee Blalack.
The festive black tie-gala, with 500 guests, had a cocktail hour, dinner, dancing, and exciting live auction. Here, White House's David Sandler, Abby Cook-Mack, with O'Melveny & Myers' Lee Blalack.
Last night, we were among over 400 at the Angelika Film Center in the Mosaic District in Merrifield, Va. for Bisnows Urban Revitalization Summit Schmooze. Guests were treated to Angelikas gourmet popcorn menu and open beer and wine bar featuring the Art House Theaters microbrew and craft selections. We snapped one of our panelists, Edens Tom Kiler, with Cadmus Groups Devon Lauer and Nils Klinkenberg.
Last night, we were among over 400 at the Angelika Film Center in the Mosaic District in Merrifield, Va. for Bisnow's Urban Revitalization Summit & Schmooze.

Guests were treated to Angelika's gourmet popcorn menu and open beer and wine bar featuring the Art House Theater's microbrew and craft selections. We snapped one of our panelists, Edens' Tom Kiler, with Cadmus Group's Devon Lauer and Nils Klinkenberg.
Bignell Watkins Hassers Ni Paul, LF Jennings John Martin, and Versars Stephanie Moumen and Keith Fagan enjoyed food from Matchbox, a Mosaic District restaurant.
Bignell Watkins Hasser's Ni Paul, LF Jennings' John Martin, and Versar's Stephanie Moumen and Keith Fagan enjoyed food from Matchbox, a Mosaic District restaurant.
Froehling Robertsons Shambi McGill and Capitol Financial Partners Brandon Gulley.
Froehling & Robertson's Shambi McGill and Capitol Financial Partners' Brandon Gulley.
MOS Creatives Max Kryzhanovskiy and Convergence Techs Kerry Hancock.
MOS Creative's Max Kryzhanovskiy and Convergence Tech's Kerry Hancock.
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Last night we also went to the Friends and Supporters of French Language and Culture reception at The Embassy of Canada. We snapped Rep. Ed Royce (right) with his wife, event committee member Marie Royce, and Alliance Française de Washington Board prez Andrew Colquitt.
Last night we also went to the Friends and Supporters of French Language and Culture reception at The Embassy of Canada. We snapped Rep. Ed Royce (right) with his wife, event committee member Marie Royce, and Alliance Française de Washington Board prez Andrew Colquitt.
The night celebrated DCs robust Francophone community while enjoying the spectacular views from the Embassy of the Capitol. (Plus, we all love Canada after having seen Argo.) Here, Ina Ginsberg, SNR Dentons Sydney Johnson, Agnes Mattheyson, and her husband Belgian Ambassador Jan Mattheyson.
The night celebrated DC's robust Francophone community while enjoying the spectacular views from the Embassy of the Capitol. (Plus, we all love Canada after having seen Argo.) Here, Ina Ginsberg, SNR Denton's Sydney Johnson, Agnes Mattheyson, and her husband Belgian Ambassador Jan Mattheyson.
The Alliance Française de Washington, DC (AFDC) serves the community with language instruction, cultural programming, and advancing lifelong learning in a multicultural society. Here, Tessa McBride, Audrey Wolf, Former Ambassador to Luxembourg James Lowenstein, and AFDC board member Willie Lewis.
The Alliance Française de Washington, DC (AFDC) serves the community with language instruction, cultural programming, and advancing lifelong learning in a multicultural society. Here, Tessa McBride, Audrey Wolf, Former Ambassador to Luxembourg James Lowenstein, and AFDC board member Willie Lewis.
AFDC board member Evelyn Di Bona, Canadian astronaut Julie Payette, and Hirshhorn director Richard Koshalek.
AFDC board member Evelyn Di Bona, Canadian astronaut Julie Payette, and Hirshhorn director Richard Koshalek.
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We learned retailers need density to afford high rents. Here, Capitol File senior editor Leslie Quander Wooldridge, Threespots Liz Ott, and AARP Magazines Nicole Crowder.
We learned retailers need density to afford high rents. Here, Capitol File senior editor Leslie Quander Wooldridge, Threespot's Liz Ott, and AARP Magazine's Nicole Crowder.
We went to the 8th Annual Chance for Life charity event Saturday night at the City Tavern Club. Over 400 people came out to this inspiring event, raising over 100,000 to fight pediatric spinal cord cancer. We snapped Callie Nierenberg, NBC 4 anchor Angie Goff, and government contractor Megan Britton
We went to the 8th Annual Chance for Life charity event Saturday night at the City Tavern Club.

Over 400 people came out to this inspiring event, raising over $100,000 to fight pediatric spinal cord cancer. We snapped Callie Nierenberg, NBC 4 anchor Angie Goff, and government contractor Megan Britton
The events inspiration, Kennedy Snyder, was diagnosed with a spinal cord tumor at just two years old, and has gone through numerous surgeries and chemotherapy rounds. Despite this, she has an incredibly optimistic outlook on life. Shes with Inspira Marketing Groups Jeff Snyder, poker champ Ethan Foxman of Group Dental Group, and RedPeg Marketings Brad Nierenberg, whose company put on the event pro bono.
The event's inspiration, Kennedy Snyder, was diagnosed with a spinal cord tumor at just two years old, and has gone through numerous surgeries and chemotherapy rounds. Despite this, she has an incredibly optimistic outlook on life. She's with Inspira Marketing Group's Jeff Snyder, poker champ Ethan Foxman of Group Dental Group, and RedPeg Marketing's Brad Nierenberg, whose company put on the event pro bono.
he night included DCs largest poker tournament the winner received a 10,000 seat at the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas. There was also a wine tasting and an after party that went well into the night. Here, Strauss Radios Richard Strauss, RedPeg Marketings Caryl Bigley, Tiger 21s Brien Biondi, and Costa Brava restaurant owner Larry Holden.
he night included DC's largest poker tournament; the winner received a $10,000 seat at the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas. There was also a wine tasting and an after party that went well into the night. Here, Strauss Radio's Richard Strauss, RedPeg Marketing's Caryl Bigley, Tiger 21's Brien Biondi, and Costa Brava restaurant owner Larry Holden.
Interior designer Nicole Priddy, Colao Stone and Designs Joe Colao, and blogger Quin Woodward Pu.
Interior designer Nicole Priddy, Colao Stone and Design's Joe Colao, and blogger Quin Woodward Pu.
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Marthas Table celebrated the completion of a 100k kitchen renovation made possible by Buchanan Ingersoll Rooney, whose DC office co-managing shareholder Edward John Allera presented them with a 30k check at its recent ribbon-cutting. Buchanan had pledged to match up to 30k in donations from its employees, other businesses, and the community to secure funding for the kitchen renovation, which began last month. Buchanan has more than 450 attorneys and government relations professionals in 16 offices throughout the East Coast and California. Marthas Table helps more than 1,100 people per day deal with the immediate effects of poverty and finds long- term solutions for them with education, nutrition, and family support services. In the next several years, it will see expansion and growth with former Gates Foundation CEO Patty Stonesifer at the helm. Visit www.marthastable.com for more information.
Martha's Table celebrated the completion of a $100k kitchen renovation made possible by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, whose DC office co-managing shareholder Edward John Allera presented them with a $30k check at its recent ribbon-cutting. Buchanan had pledged to match up to $30k in donations from its employees, other businesses, and the community to secure funding for the kitchen renovation, which began last month. Buchanan has more than 450 attorneys and government relations professionals in 16 offices throughout the East Coast and California. Martha's Table helps more than 1,100 people per day deal with the immediate effects of poverty and finds long- term solutions for them with education, nutrition, and family support services. In the next several years, it will see expansion and growth with former Gates Foundation CEO Patty Stonesifer at the helm. Visit www.marthastable.com for more information.
Saturday was casino night for great causes in DC. We also headed to the Willard InterContinental for the 3rd Annual Hope for Hearts Casino Night to raise funds for Congenital Heart Defect research and treatment. We snapped CWCapitals Chris Callahan, Brown Bags Spencer Lacey, and NCRCs Jessica Stone.
Saturday was casino night for great causes in DC. We also headed to the Willard InterContinental for the 3rd Annual Hope for Hearts Casino Night to raise funds for Congenital Heart Defect research and treatment. We snapped CWCapital's Chris Callahan, Brown Bag's Spencer Lacey, and NCRC's Jessica Stone.
The Hope Marietta Foundation board members co- founders Sean Wainwright and Adam Armiger surrounding Kerrin Delaney, Kelly Bond, Joe Stuntz, and Tyler Cabell Dickinson. Adams sister Hope Marietta, who lost her life after being born with a congenital heart defect, was the inspiration for the foundation.
The Hope Marietta Foundation board members: co- founders Sean Wainwright and Adam Armiger surrounding Kerrin Delaney, Kelly Bond, Joe Stuntz, and Tyler Cabell Dickinson. Adam's sister Hope Marietta, who lost her life after being born with a congenital heart defect, was the inspiration for the foundation.
Attendees tried their luck at the casino tables and enjoyed hors doeuvres and cocktails. Here, Deloittes Luis Paniagua and wife Morgan Stanleys Catherine Paniagua with Decherts Adam Teufel and Jamie Teufel.
Attendees tried their luck at the casino tables and enjoyed hors d'oeuvres and cocktails. Here, Deloitte's Luis Paniagua and wife Morgan Stanley's Catherine Paniagua with Dechert's Adam Teufel and Jamie Teufel.
We also went to the Mardi Gras Masquerade Gala at Carnegie Library Saturday night. We snapped Heather Gordon with sponsor LivingSocials Ryland Greenhouse and Colleen Clark.
We also went to the Mardi Gras Masquerade Gala at Carnegie Library Saturday night. We snapped Heather Gordon with sponsor LivingSocial's Ryland Greenhouse and Colleen Clark.
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Carnegie Library was transformed to celebrate Mardi Gras, featuring the festive flavors, sights, and sounds of Bourbon Street, New Orleans. Here, Shayla Martin, Discovery TV specialist Juanita Page, accountant Petrina Paxten, and program manager Kelli Tucker.
Carnegie Library was transformed to celebrate Mardi Gras, featuring the festive flavors, sights, and sounds of Bourbon Street, New Orleans. Here, Shayla Martin, Discovery TV specialist Juanita Page, accountant Petrina Paxten, and program manager Kelli Tucker.
Soul food chef Daniel Thomas is with sponsor Events DCs Jayce Watson and Centerplate asst GM Abdel Anane.
Soul food chef Daniel Thomas is with sponsor Events DC's Jayce Watson and Centerplate asst GM Abdel Anane.
Last night we went to the Kennedy Center for a white tie gala celebrating the opening of Nordic Cool, a month-long celebration of Scandinavian culture that includes work from over 750 artists. All we can say is wow The night started with cocktails (we loved the Ingrid Bergman, a pink drink of vodka and Scandinavian bitters) through several rooms of art on the top floor. We snapped co-chair Bonnie McElveen-Hunter (a former ambassador to Finland), artist Karrina Kaikkoken, whose massive sculpture of shirts is in the Hall of States, philanthropist Calvin Cafritz with his wife WNO exec committees Jane, and Finnish ambassador Ritva Koukku-Ronde with her husband UTT director Hidde.
Last night we went to the Kennedy Center for a white tie gala celebrating the opening of Nordic Cool, a month-long celebration of Scandinavian culture that includes work from over 750 artists. All we can say is wow!

The night started with cocktails (we loved the Ingrid Bergman, a pink drink of vodka and Scandinavian bitters) through several rooms of art on the top floor. We snapped co-chair Bonnie McElveen-Hunter (a former ambassador to Finland), artist Karrina Kaikkoken, whose massive sculpture of shirts is in the Hall of States, philanthropist Calvin Cafritz with his wife WNO exec committee's Jane, and Finnish ambassador Ritva Koukku-Ronde with her husband UTT director Hidde.
We listened to five beautiful symphonies, one for each Nordic country, by the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic. Here, DNC National Finance chair Jane Stetson and husband Kennedy Center Presidential advisory committee member Bill, former Ambassador Elizabeth Bagley (whose international bona fides include doing Irish dancing growing up), Postal Regulatory Commission chair Ruth Goldway, and Undersecretary of State for Economics Bob Hormats.
We listened to five beautiful symphonies, one for each Nordic country, by the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic. Here, DNC National Finance chair Jane Stetson and husband Kennedy Center Presidential advisory committee member Bill, former Ambassador Elizabeth Bagley (whose international bona fides include doing Irish dancing growing up), Postal Regulatory Commission chair Ruth Goldway, and Undersecretary of State for Economics' Bob Hormats.
After the show, we headed outside to a tent for a four-course Scandinavian meal with Norwegian crab, Icelandic lamb three ways, and a dessert that lit up. Here, Ken Cen prez Michael Kaiser (right) is with CFTCs John Roberts and his mom retired writer Amy.
After the show, we headed outside to a tent for a four-course Scandinavian meal with Norwegian crab, Icelandic lamb three ways, and a dessert that lit up. Here, Ken Cen prez Michael Kaiser (right) is with CFTC's John Roberts and his mom retired writer Amy.
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Dinner courses were separated by musical acts a choir procession, a trio singing traditional music (somewhat like speaking in tongues, our Norwegian friends tell us), and an unforgettable rendition of Ave Maria on the piano. Here, WPAS prez Neale Perl, Harvards Paula Dobriansky (former Undersecretary of State for Democracy), Mary Mochary, and Lena and Lennart Scott-Lundh.
Dinner courses were separated by musical acts: a choir procession, a trio singing traditional music (somewhat like speaking in tongues, our Norwegian friends tell us), and an unforgettable rendition of Ave Maria on the piano. Here, WPAS prez Neale Perl, Harvard's Paula Dobriansky (former Undersecretary of State for Democracy), Mary Mochary, and Lena and Lennart Scott-Lundh.
In the Ken Cen halls, there are giant Nobel medallions reminding people of prizes past. We snapped the two Nobel Laureates in the room, Dale Mortensen and Roger Myerson, with their wives Beverly and Gina. They both work at Northwestern but didnt realize theyd be at the same event across the country.
In the Ken Cen halls, there are giant Nobel medallions reminding people of prizes past. We snapped the two Nobel Laureates in the room, Dale Mortensen and Roger Myerson, with their wives Beverly and Gina. They both work at Northwestern but didn't realize they'd be at the same event across the country.
Danish Ambassador Peter Taksoe-Jensen and his wife Cecilia bookend Arnold Porters John Bellinger, who worked on treaties with the Ambassador, and Norwegian Culture Minister Hadia Tajih.
Danish Ambassador Peter Taksoe-Jensen and his wife Cecilia bookend Arnold & Porter's John Bellinger, who worked on treaties with the Ambassador, and Norwegian Culture Minister Hadia Tajih.
Kennedy Center chair David Rubenstein, right, is headed to Helsinki and Stockholm in a few days. We snapped him with his director of special programming Robert Pullen.
Kennedy Center chair David Rubenstein, right, is headed to Helsinki and Stockholm in a few days. We snapped him with his director of special programming Robert Pullen.
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The gift bag had a little of everything—Nordic CDs, an umbrella, raspberry crème-filled chocolates, and more. Here, US Ambassador to Denmark Laurie Fulton is with Swedish Ambassador Jonas Hofstrom, and his Consul General in SF Barbro Osher.
The gift bag had a little of everything—Nordic CDs, an umbrella, raspberry crème-filled chocolates, and more. Here, US Ambassador to Denmark Laurie Fulton is with Swedish Ambassador Jonas Hofstrom, and his Consul General in SF Barbro Osher.
We learned to say our motto, Almost Never Boring, in Norwegian Nesten Aldri Kjedelig. Here, Finish-Swedish politician Jan-Erik Enestam is with former Hungarian Ambassador now head of Johns Hopkins Center for Transatlantic Relations Andras Simonyi and his wife Nada.
We learned to say our motto, Almost Never Boring, in Norwegian: Nesten Aldri Kjedelig. Here, Finish-Swedish politician Jan-Erik Enestam is with former Hungarian Ambassador now head of Johns Hopkins' Center for Transatlantic Relations Andras Simonyi and his wife Nada.
Tregaron Conservancy exec director Bonnie LePard with philanthropists J.C. and Connie Milstein de la Haye St. Hilaire. With Nordic Cools giant installations, delicious food, and new shows every day for a month, well be back soon.
Tregaron Conservancy exec director Bonnie LePard with philanthropists J.C. and Connie Milstein de la Haye St. Hilaire. With Nordic Cool's giant installations, delicious food, and new shows every day for a month, we'll be back soon.
Last night we went to A Night of Beauty to support The Childrens Inn at NIH at Neiman Marcus. There were complimentary makeovers, beauty consultations, and info about this Saturdays 2nd Annual A WINNter Affair Gala to support The Inn (info in Where to be Scene below). We snapped The Inns special events manager Lauren Conte, with two big supporters, Palladian Partners Beth Maloney and Bloomberg Communications director Meredith Balenske.
Last night we went to A Night of Beauty to support The Children's Inn at NIH at Neiman Marcus.

There were complimentary makeovers, beauty consultations, and info about this Saturday's 2nd Annual A WINNter Affair Gala to support The Inn (info in Where to be Scene below). We snapped The Inn's special events manager Lauren Conte, with two big supporters, Palladian Partners' Beth Maloney and Bloomberg Communications director Meredith Balenske.
The Inn is a nonprofit home for seriously ill children and their families at NIH. Here, the Russian Embassys Kamila Aydarkhanova, Anastasia Gorgunova and Liudmila Kolesnik.
The Inn is a nonprofit home for seriously ill children and their families at NIH. Here, the Russian Embassy's Kamila Aydarkhanova, Anastasia Gorgunova and Liudmila Kolesnik.
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Its Social Media Week in DC, and we went to the Opening Party at Penn Social to kick it off. We snapped iStrategyLabs and event organizers Audrey Matthias, Kevin Hardy, Katie Lancos and Erica Goodwin.
It's Social Media Week in DC, and we went to the Opening Party at Penn Social to kick it off. We snapped iStrategyLabs' and event organizers Audrey Matthias, Kevin Hardy, Katie Lancos and Erica Goodwin.
The week is a worldwide event exploring the social, cultural and economic impact of social media. Here, Northrop Grummans Emily Vera and Kathleen Berger with Virgin Methods Sajith Kumar and Green Buzz Agencys Tod Plotkin.
The week is a worldwide event exploring the social, cultural and economic impact of social media. Here, Northrop Grumman's Emily Vera and Kathleen Berger with Virgin Methods' Sajith Kumar and Green Buzz Agency's Tod Plotkin.
The mission is to help people connect through collaboration, learning, and sharing ideas and information. Here, AARPs Rachel Skolnick and Grace Lee with Wire Ups Ben Bone.
The mission is to help people connect through collaboration, learning, and sharing ideas and information. Here, AARP's Rachel Skolnick and Grace Lee with Wire Up's Ben Bone.
Baker Communications Arlene Pena, Eagle News Ken Fealing and Green Buzz Agencys Maddy Urick.
Baker Communications' Arlene Pena, Eagle News' Ken Fealing and Green Buzz Agency's Maddy Urick.
We stopped by Graces Mandarin in National Harbor, site of Tuesdays ICSC Mid-Atlantic retail conference, for a party hosted by some of the DC real estate scenes biggest players. We snapped KLNBs Ryan Wilner and Jennifer Zohorsky and Mulrenin Assoc David Katz.
We stopped by Grace's Mandarin in National Harbor, site of Tuesday's ICSC Mid-Atlantic retail conference, for a party hosted by some of the DC real estate scene's biggest players. We snapped KLNB's Ryan Wilner and Jennifer Zohorsky and Mulrenin & Assoc' David Katz.
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Held on the top two floors of the Asian fusion restaurant, it featured some of Graces great hors doeuvres and music from DJ Philipz. Here, KLNBs Veronica Salcido and StreetSenses Michael Johns.
Held on the top two floors of the Asian fusion restaurant, it featured some of Grace's great hors d'oeuvres and music from DJ Philipz. Here, KLNB's Veronica Salcido and StreetSense's Michael Johns.
We went to Eatonville to meet Danny Glover in a South African wine-tasting fundraiser for TransAfrica Forum, the countrys oldest African American civic organization. We snapped the actor, whos also chair of the organization, surrounded by KWVs Andre Van Der Veen, Hinre Smit, Tania Joubert, DeBruyn Steenkamp, and David Salmon.
We went to Eatonville to meet Danny Glover in a South African wine-tasting fundraiser for TransAfrica Forum, the country's oldest African American civic organization.

We snapped the actor, who's also chair of the organization, surrounded by KWV's Andre Van Der Veen, Hinre Smit, Tania Joubert, DeBruyn Steenkamp, and David Salmon.
Last night we went to the Huxley to celebrate the new members of The Madison, a professional, civic and social organization of 100 young women who improve their community through volunteerism. We snapped Williams Jensens Courtney Jane Rosellini, Booz Allens Kaitlyn Reilly, and Morgan Stanleys Kristina Palangi.
Last night we went to the Huxley to celebrate the new members of The Madison, a professional, civic and social organization of 100 young women who improve their community through volunteerism. We snapped Williams & Jensen's Courtney Jane Rosellini, Booz Allen's Kaitlyn Reilly, and Morgan Stanley's Kristina Palangi.
It raised funds for Crittenton Services, empowering teen girls to achieve their goals through DC school programs. Here, The Madisons Kathy Alsfeld, Transwesterns McKay Elliott, the Reagan Buildings Josie Taylor, and Huxley co- owner Ryan Seelbach.
It raised funds for Crittenton Services, empowering teen girls to achieve their goals through DC school programs. Here, The Madison's Kathy Alsfeld, Transwestern's McKay Elliott, the Reagan Building's Josie Taylor, and Huxley co- owner Ryan Seelbach.
US Senates Lauren Spivey and Paige Hallen with House of Reps Lauren Russell.
US Senate's Lauren Spivey and Paige Hallen with House of Reps' Lauren Russell.
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NIHs Margo Santiago and Bethany Watson (inducted earlier in the evening) with Relman, Dane Colfaxs Hannah Kieschnick.
NIH's Margo Santiago and Bethany Watson (inducted earlier in the evening) with Relman, Dane & Colfax's Hannah Kieschnick.
Guests enjoyed cocktails in the transformed atrium followed by dishes from Top Chef Bryan Voltaggios Range on the third floor. Here, Bethesda Magazines Lindsay Lithgow, Susan Hull, and Krystle Fleetwood.
Guests enjoyed cocktails in the transformed atrium followed by dishes from Top Chef Bryan Voltaggio's Range on the third floor. Here, Bethesda Magazine's Lindsay Lithgow, Susan Hull, and Krystle Fleetwood.
50 million in diamonds was just stolen from Brussels airport, which ironically marked the 10th anniversary of the legendary 100 million Antwerp Diamond Heist. To commemorate it, the men at Duponts Heist suited up Oceans Eleven- style for diamond-themed festivities. We snapped mixologist Kristopher Carr, who created three 1,500 cocktails, each with a real diamond, to be sold to support the Wake Up and Dream Foundation. Hes with the non-profits board member Piero Spada, and Heist owner Patrick Osuna and Guest Services head Timothy Sheldon.
$50 million in diamonds was just stolen from Brussels airport, which ironically marked the 10th anniversary of the legendary $100 million Antwerp Diamond Heist. To commemorate it, the men at Dupont's Heist suited up Ocean's Eleven- style for diamond-themed festivities. We snapped mixologist Kristopher Carr, who created three $1,500 cocktails, each with a real diamond, to be sold to support the Wake Up and Dream Foundation. He's with the non-profit's board member Piero Spada, and Heist owner Patrick Osuna and Guest Services head Timothy Sheldon.
The two-night diamond-themed party also launched Heists new app. Guests enjoyed drinks, music, and dancing. Here, Heists Quincy Jones, Alissa Wulff, and Eleven Eleven PR founder Sara Morgan.
The two-night diamond-themed party also launched Heist's new app. Guests enjoyed drinks, music, and dancing. Here, Heist's Quincy Jones, Alissa Wulff, and Eleven Eleven PR founder Sara Morgan.
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A portion of the proceeds supported local young diamonds through the Wake Up and Dream Foundation. The service and education focused charity provides financial assistance to encourage a life of continued education. Here, Pulpos Mike Finkelstein, Heists Jeffrey Jenkins, and Madhatters Hilary Shaw.
A portion of the proceeds supported "local young diamonds" through the Wake Up and Dream Foundation. The service and education focused charity provides financial assistance to encourage a life of continued education. Here, Pulpo's Mike Finkelstein, Heist's Jeffrey Jenkins, and Madhatter's Hilary Shaw.
We went to a reception celebrating A World Apart at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. We snapped the hosts Museum director Susan Fisher Sterling, Danish Ambassador H.E. Peter Taksøe- Jensen, and director of Denmarks Skagens Museum Lisette Vind Ebbesen.
We went to a reception celebrating A World Apart at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. We snapped the hosts: Museum director Susan Fisher Sterling, Danish Ambassador H.E. Peter Taksøe- Jensen, and director of Denmark's Skagens Museum Lisette Vind Ebbesen.
This is the first exhibit in the US to focus on Danish modern painter Anna Ancher, featuring 41 of her paintings and oil sketches, and more than 20 by her fellow Skagen artists. We snapped Swedish ambassador Jonas Hafstrom and wife Eva bookending NMWAs co-founder Wilhelmina Holladay and (right) associate curator Ginny Treanor in front of an Ancher painting.
This is the first exhibit in the US to focus on Danish modern painter Anna Ancher, featuring 41 of her paintings and oil sketches, and more than 20 by her fellow Skagen artists. We snapped Swedish ambassador Jonas Hafstrom and wife Eva bookending NMWA's co-founder Wilhelmina Holladay and (right) associate curator Ginny Treanor in front of an Ancher painting.
Saturday we raced down Pennsylvania Ave SE in our bedroom best to support The Childrens Tumor Foundation. Braving the cold temps for a great cause U MD Triathlon Club members Joshua Kosopolo, Patrick Mohl, Candice Sanderson, Genevieve Brock, and Jen Macko.
Saturday we raced down Pennsylvania Ave SE in our "bedroom best" to support The Children's Tumor Foundation.

Braving the cold temps for a great cause: U MD Triathlon Club members Joshua Kosopolo, Patrick Mohl, Candice Sanderson, Genevieve Brock, and Jen Macko.
Pretty in Pink Kirsten Spittel and Emma Andrews tell us theyve been annual participants in Cupids Run.
Pretty in Pink: Kirsten Spittel and Emma Andrews tell us they've been annual participants in Cupid's Run.
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Doctors for the cause Meredith Nelson joins George Mason Law student Amy Shepard.
Doctors for the cause: Meredith Nelson joins George Mason Law student Amy Shepard.
12-year-old Kennedy Snyder suffers from pediatric spinal cord cancer and often wears braces on her legs. Nevertheless, her attitude, maturity, and zest for life are nothing short of inspirational. Her godfather, RedPeg Marketing CEO Brad Nierenberg (right), created Chance For Life to benefit her fight and help fund research. Now in its eighth year, February 16 at the City Tavern Club, its an unforgettable evening of poker, wine, dancing, and upbeat fun. Its also your chance to see Kennedy shine (and dance the night away) Last year, an enthused crowd of 400 helped raise over 100k, bringing us one step closer to a cure. Theres wine tasting (sample 15 different wines), a silent auction, and an open-bar after party. The grand prize a 10,000 seat at The World Series of Poker tournament in Las Vegas.
12-year-old Kennedy Snyder suffers from pediatric spinal cord cancer and often wears braces on her legs. Nevertheless, her attitude, maturity, and zest for life are nothing short of inspirational. Her godfather, RedPeg Marketing CEO Brad Nierenberg (right), created Chance For Life to benefit her fight and help fund research. Now in its eighth year, February 16 at the City Tavern Club, it's an unforgettable evening of poker, wine, dancing, and upbeat fun. It's also your chance to see Kennedy shine (and dance the night away!) Last year, an enthused crowd of 400 helped raise over $100k, bringing us one step closer to a cure. There's wine tasting (sample 15 different wines), a silent auction, and an open-bar after party. The grand prize: a $10,000 seat at The World Series of Poker tournament in Las Vegas.
We kicked off Cupids holiday with Men Against Breast Cancers Valentines Soiree Friday night at Opera Ultra Lounge. We snapped MABC founder Marc Heyison, Sarah Hall, and MABC Ambassador Brian Silver.
We kicked off Cupid's holiday with Men Against Breast Cancer's Valentine's Soiree Friday night at Opera Ultra Lounge. We snapped MABC founder Marc Heyison, Sarah Hall, and MABC Ambassador Brian Silver.
There were raffle prizes, food, drink, and dancing to benefit MABCs programs to educate men about breast cancer. Here, Metro Offices Apoorva McIntosh, The Social Tea House CEO Andrew Bittan, Capital City Balls Tanya Sabel, and SRAs Karen Ogden.
There were raffle prizes, food, drink, and dancing to benefit MABC's programs to educate men about breast cancer. Here, Metro Offices' Apoorva McIntosh, The Social Tea House CEO Andrew Bittan, Capital City Ball's Tanya Sabel, and SRA's Karen Ogden.
MABC was founded in 99 to care about the women we love and mobilizes men as supporters and caregivers. Here, Sara Jones with EOP Groups Sean Parkhurst and his brother James.
MABC was founded in '99 to "care about the women we love" and mobilizes men as supporters and caregivers. Here, Sara Jones with EOP Group's Sean Parkhurst and his brother James.
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On Sunday we went to Equinox Bethesda for Cycle for Survival, a team cycling event benefiting Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. We snapped its Dr. David Solit (right) with top fundraisers, Team Perry Anne and Larry Zimmerman, and sister-in-law Mary Lou Collins, riding for Perry, recovering from cancer.
On Sunday we went to Equinox Bethesda for Cycle for Survival, a team cycling event benefiting Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. We snapped its Dr. David Solit (right) with top fundraisers, Team Perry: Anne and Larry Zimmerman, and sister-in-law Mary Lou Collins, riding for Perry, recovering from cancer.
Since starting in 07 as a small event in NY, its raised 26M for new treatments for patients with rare cancers. Here, Team CharityChicksUS U.S. Chamber of Commerces Jennifer Pierotti, Pink Palms Kara Tabb and Laura Gaiser, Vocuss Angie Jusino, IIFs Leah Davis, AFPs Stephanie Fontenot, CharityChicksUS founder Elizabeth Kane, and True Line Publishings Heather Darázs.
Since starting in '07 as a small event in NY, it's raised $26M for new treatments for patients with rare cancers. Here, Team CharityChicksUS: U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Jennifer Pierotti, Pink Palm's Kara Tabb and Laura Gaiser, Vocus's Angie Jusino, IIF's Leah Davis, AFP's Stephanie Fontenot, CharityChicksUS founder Elizabeth Kane, and True Line Publishing's Heather Darázs.
Cycle for Survival has become a national movement and is expected to bring 13,000 people in 10 cities this winter. Here, Team Ezras Elyce Levin, Marilyn Brody, Doug Homer, and Dana Chirumbole.
Cycle for Survival has become a national movement and is expected to bring 13,000 people in 10 cities this winter. Here, Team Ezra's Elyce Levin, Marilyn Brody, Doug Homer, and Dana Chirumbole.
We have been to amazing galas over the last few days well start with last night at the United Negro College Funds Masked Ball at the JW Marriott, supporting 4,000 students from the DC area who attend 38 historically black colleges and universities. The ball featured a VIP reception, silent auction, a parade of Mardi Gras-themed masks, and music by Jeffrey Osborne. We snapped former Mayor Sharon Pratt Kelly, educator Charlene Drew Jarvis, Dr. DeMaurice Moses, and UNCF CEO Early Reese.
We have been to amazing galas over the last few days; we'll start with last night at the United Negro College Fund's Masked Ball at the JW Marriott, supporting 4,000 students from the DC area who attend 38 historically black colleges and universities.

The ball featured a VIP reception, silent auction, a parade of Mardi Gras-themed masks, and music by Jeffrey Osborne. We snapped former Mayor Sharon Pratt Kelly, educator Charlene Drew Jarvis, Dr. DeMaurice Moses, and UNCF CEO Early Reese.
Last night we also went to the 15th Annual St. Jude Gourmet Gala at the National Building Museum, enjoying food from 40 chefs from the areas finest restaurants. We snapped Pearl Dive Oyster Bars Mallory Buford, Majestic exec chef Shannon Overmiller, Sunset Room exec chef Russell Smith and sous chef Agustino Juarez.
Last night we also went to the 15th Annual St. Jude Gourmet Gala at the National Building Museum, enjoying food from 40 chefs from the area's finest restaurants. We snapped Pearl Dive Oyster Bar's Mallory Buford, Majestic exec chef Shannon Overmiller, Sunset Room exec chef Russell Smith and sous chef Agustino Juarez.
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The gala has raised 3 million for the hospital, celebrating 50 years of research and treatment for patients who never have to pay. Here, Bourbon Steaks Adam Sobel, Eunice Mazloom, St. Jude chair David Gorodetski, and Rogue 24s RJ Cooper.
The gala has raised $3 million for the hospital, celebrating 50 years of research and treatment for patients who never have to pay. Here, Bourbon Steak's Adam Sobel, Eunice Mazloom, St. Jude chair David Gorodetski, and Rogue 24's RJ Cooper.
Ronnie Elias Ronnie Hier, Tim Shadyac, and his father St. Jude CEO Richard Shadyac.
Ronnie Elias' Ronnie Hier, Tim Shadyac, and his father St. Jude CEO Richard Shadyac.
We went to the SOME Jr. Gala at the Corcoran Gallery of Art Friday and snapped PWCs Yuri Sineriz, Shahdeh Ammadi, and Columbia Universitys Alina Girshovich.
We went to the SOME Jr. Gala at the Corcoran Gallery of Art Friday and snapped PWC's Yuri Sineriz, Shahdeh Ammadi, and Columbia University's Alina Girshovich.
There was a live band, open bar, hors doeuvres, and an after party at George. Here, Aspen Institutes Michaella Seaman, Childrens Guilds Erin Reilly, and Woods Academys Molly McNamara.
There was a live band, open bar, hors d'oeuvres, and an after party at George. Here, Aspen Institute's Michaella Seaman, Children's Guild's Erin Reilly, and Woods Academy's Molly McNamara.
Funds will provide affordable housing, including 30 apartments for homeless vets and their families. Here, Thos. D. Walshs Keith Carr, Carlyle Groups Morgan Breck and gala co-chair Chris Brimsek.
Funds will provide affordable housing, including 30 apartments for homeless vets and their families. Here, Thos. D. Walsh's Keith Carr, Carlyle Group's Morgan Breck and gala co-chair Chris Brimsek.
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We celebrated the accomplishments of public school teachers across the USA at the NEA Foundations Salute to Excellence in Education Gala at the National Building Museum emceed by Kevin Eubanks, formerly of The Tonight Show. We snapped him flanked by NEAF prez Harriet Sanford and staff Liz Dunning, Nancy Moll, and Edith Wooten.
We celebrated the accomplishments of public school teachers across the USA at the NEA Foundation's Salute to Excellence in Education Gala at the National Building Museum emceed by Kevin Eubanks, formerly of The Tonight Show. We snapped him flanked by NEAF prez Harriet Sanford and staff Liz Dunning, Nancy Moll, and Edith Wooten.
The NEAF has given 9 million to educators for best-practice ideas and support for student achievement. Here, award recipient Manassas Kellie Blair Hardt is with her husband, Jason Hardt, AEA prez Jaim Foster, and Blandine Liguidi.
The NEAF has given $9 million to educators for best-practice ideas and support for student achievement. Here, award recipient Manassas' Kellie Blair Hardt is with her husband, Jason Hardt, AEA prez Jaim Foster, and Blandine Liguidi.
We went to the Junior League Centennial Fete at the National Building Museum for its 100th anniversary. Here, Deloittes Melissa Russell, DoDs Marie Hahn, and NRPAs Shelley OBrien.
We went to the Junior League Centennial Fete at the National Building Museum for its 100th anniversary. Here, Deloitte's Melissa Russell, DoD's Marie Hahn, and NRPA's Shelley O'Brien.
All proceeds benefit the Junior Leagues literacy efforts, including RESOLUTION READ. Here, Stephanie Jones, Amy Griggs, Dana Harris, Margaret Barry, and Travel Channels Kasey Sporck.
All proceeds benefit the Junior League's literacy efforts, including RESOLUTION READ. Here, Stephanie Jones, Amy Griggs, Dana Harris, Margaret Barry, and Travel Channel's Kasey Sporck.
There was a cocktail reception, dinner, and after party, with drinks, desserts and entertainment. Here, United Way National Capital Area CEO Bill Hanbury, wife Valerie, JLW prez Wendy Cumberland, and husband CEAs Winson Cumberland.
There was a cocktail reception, dinner, and after party, with drinks, desserts and entertainment. Here, United Way National Capital Area CEO Bill Hanbury, wife Valerie, JLW prez Wendy Cumberland, and husband CEA's Winson Cumberland.
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Last night we went to the Verizon Center for the DC premiere of Disney on Ices Treasure Trove show. Before the performance, we headed to the Acela Club for the Madhatter Tea Challenge party with kid friendly food like grilled cheese and cookies, and party favors of colorful hats and tiaras, sported here by Fox News anchor Bret Baiers wife Amy and their boys Daniel and Paul.
Last night we went to the Verizon Center for the DC premiere of Disney on Ice's Treasure Trove show.

Before the performance, we headed to the Acela Club for the Madhatter Tea Challenge party with kid friendly food like grilled cheese and cookies, and party favors of colorful hats and tiaras, sported here by Fox News anchor Bret Baier's wife Amy and their boys Daniel and Paul.
The party brought four local mixologists to create Madhatter cocktails. Guests voted on their favorites from Buffalo and Bergens Gina Chersevani, who won, here with Restaurant Eves Todd Thrasher, Bourbon Steaks Duane Sylvestre, and Farmers Fishers John Arroyo.
The party brought four local mixologists to create Madhatter cocktails. Guests voted on their favorites from Buffalo and Bergen's Gina Chersevani, who won, here with Restaurant Eve's Todd Thrasher, Bourbon Steak's Duane Sylvestre, and Farmers Fishers' John Arroyo.
Performers skated to musical numbers from Disney faves like Alice in Wonderland, The Little Mermaid, Tangled, and Snow White.
Performers skated to musical numbers from Disney faves like Alice in Wonderland, The Little Mermaid, Tangled, and Snow White.
We celebrated Chinese New Year at The Source with Wolfgang Puck, who tells us his favorite food will always be schnitzel, but he loves spicy foods, especially in Asian cooking. We snapped him flanked by Capital Trust Group CEO John Oswald, The Holt Groups Debbie Holt, exec chef Scott Drewno, and Johns wife Mona.
We celebrated Chinese New Year at The Source with Wolfgang Puck, who tells us his favorite food will always be schnitzel, but he loves spicy foods, especially in Asian cooking. We snapped him flanked by Capital Trust Group CEO John Oswald, The Holt Group's Debbie Holt, exec chef Scott Drewno, and John's wife Mona.
We celebrated Chinese New Year at The Source with Wolfgang Puck, who tells us his favorite food will always be schnitzel, but he loves spicy foods, especially in Asian cooking. We snapped him flanked by Capital Trust Group CEO John Oswald, The Holt Groups Debbie Holt, exec chef Scott Drewno, and Johns wife Mona.
We celebrated Chinese New Year at The Source with Wolfgang Puck, who tells us his favorite food will always be schnitzel, but he loves spicy foods, especially in Asian cooking. We snapped him flanked by Capital Trust Group CEO John Oswald, The Holt Group's Debbie Holt, exec chef Scott Drewno, and John's wife Mona.
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The sold-out six-course Year of the Snake meal included tea-smoked snakehead and wok-fired Maine lobster. Here, Newseum SVP Pam Galloway-Tabb, Patton Boggs Matthew Dressman, DHS Heather Wong, and NBCs Heather Neal with husband Jason.
The sold-out six-course Year of the Snake meal included tea-smoked snakehead and wok-fired Maine lobster. Here, Newseum SVP Pam Galloway-Tabb, Patton Boggs' Matthew Dressman, DHS' Heather Wong, and NBC's Heather Neal with husband Jason.
We sipped our way through the International Wine Food extravaganza at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center we snapped its president John Drew, with Taylor Made Experiences Christina Taylor, the Reagan Buildings Maureen Pace, and Washington Posts Linda Haskins-Wrenn.
We sipped our way through the International Wine & Food extravaganza at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center; we snapped its president John Drew, with Taylor Made Experience's Christina Taylor, the Reagan Building's Maureen Pace, and Washington Post's Linda Haskins-Wrenn.
The last night of the week-long vino extravaganza was dubbed The Last Sipper, with some of DCs hottest chefs. We snapped DC Chefs Table author Beth Kantor, flanked by sisters Emily Pearl Goodstein and Rebecca Goodstein, who compiled recipes from DCs best chefs, giving part of the proceeds to Miriams Kitchen.
The last night of the week-long vino extravaganza was dubbed The Last Sipper, with some of DC's hottest chefs. We snapped DC Chef's Table author Beth Kantor, flanked by sisters Emily Pearl Goodstein and Rebecca Goodstein, who compiled recipes from DC's best chefs, giving part of the proceeds to Miriam's Kitchen.
Guests were treated to personal sommeliers at each of the 100 winery stations and palate cleansing bites of exotic breads and spreads. Here, Karen and Ryan Eakes of Karen Mary Confectionery in DCs Bloomington neighborhood, enjoying Baby Sea Scallop Ceviche, risotto balls, and shrimp n grits.
Guests were treated to personal sommeliers at each of the 100 winery stations and palate cleansing bites of exotic breads and spreads. Here, Karen and Ryan Eakes of Karen Mary Confectionery in DC's Bloomington neighborhood, enjoying Baby Sea Scallop Ceviche, risotto balls, and shrimp 'n' grits.
DC celebrity food truck chef Brian Arnoff of CapMac is surrounded by fellow chef Victoria Harris and his wife Jaimee Arnoff.
DC celebrity food truck chef Brian Arnoff of CapMac is surrounded by fellow chef Victoria Harris and his wife Jaimee Arnoff.
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Last night we celebrated Valentines Day at opening night of LAmour (love, babyÃÂ...), a new three-part ballet from The Washington Ballet at Sidney Harman Hall. We loved Under Covers, a world premiere that plays with what happens between the sheets to the tune of upbeat cover songs. Two of our favorite dancers, Brooklyn Mack and Maki Onuki, did a playful, sensual dance to Amy Winehouses To Know Him is to Love Him.
Last night we celebrated Valentine's Day at opening night of L'Amour (love, baby…), a new three-part ballet from The Washington Ballet at Sidney Harman Hall.

We loved Under Covers, a world premiere that plays with what happens between the sheets to the tune of upbeat cover songs. Two of our favorite dancers, Brooklyn Mack and Maki Onuki, did a playful, sensual dance to Amy Winehouse's To Know Him is to Love Him.
The production also had a world premiere take on Dangerous Liasons, done to classical music, before stepping up the beat in a short company premiere, Opposites Attract. We snapped Abt Associates Susan Mitchell, IDBs Frank Nieder, sculptor Barbara Liotta—whose must-see artwork is all over the city—and husband attorney Robert Liotta who, though he works on divorces, was spreading the love last night.
The production also had a world premiere take on Dangerous Liasons, done to classical music, before stepping up the beat in a short company premiere, Opposites Attract. We snapped Abt Associates' Susan Mitchell, IDB's Frank Nieder, sculptor Barbara Liotta—whose must-see artwork is all over the city—and husband attorney Robert Liotta who, though he works on divorces, was spreading the love last night.
Dottie and George Salvatierra are with attorney Jeff Gibbs and wife Jodi
Dottie and George Salvatierra are with attorney Jeff Gibbs and wife Jodi
We joined our tan and blonde friends to celebrate Californias film industry at the annual Ahhhscar Night at Eastern Market. We snapped CA State Society vice chair Rep. Jim Costa and Marie Royce, wife of event organizer Rep. Ed Royce.
We joined our tan and blonde friends to celebrate California's film industry at the annual Ahhhscar Night at Eastern Market. We snapped CA State Society vice chair Rep. Jim Costa and Marie Royce, wife of event organizer Rep. Ed Royce.
Rep. Barbara Lees Abby Owusu joins the Natural History Museums Samantha Linford. Guests sipped wine (from California of course) and enjoyed seafood appetizers.
Rep. Barbara Lee's Abby Owusu joins the Natural History Museum's Samantha Linford. Guests sipped wine (from California of course!) and enjoyed seafood appetizers.
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Event organizers Rep. Roger Williams Spencer Freebairn, Rep. Ed Royces COS Amy Porter, and Rep. Lucille Roybel-Allards COS Paul Cunningham.
Event organizers: Rep. Roger William's Spencer Freebairn, Rep. Ed Royce's COS Amy Porter, and Rep. Lucille Roybel-Allard's COS Paul Cunningham.
Ed Royces Sean McReynolds and press secretary Chelsea Wilson surround the International Justice Missions Jessica Horner at right, DDC Advocacys Mason Harrison.
Ed Royce's Sean McReynolds and press secretary Chelsea Wilson surround the International Justice Mission's Jessica Horner; at right, DDC Advocacy's Mason Harrison.
Last night we also went to an intimate Valentines evening of mellow jazz at the downtown Ritz-Carlton. We snapped five-time Grammy nominee Ski Johnson with singer Trevor Holland, who entertained with soulful jazz as guests enjoyed champagne and desserts by exec pastry chef Nelson Paz.
Last night we also went to an intimate Valentine's evening of mellow jazz at the downtown Ritz-Carlton. We snapped five-time Grammy nominee Ski Johnson with singer Trevor Holland, who entertained with soulful jazz as guests enjoyed champagne and desserts by exec pastry chef Nelson Paz.
Proceeds benefited Boys Town to improve lives of at-risk youth through community service programs such as Job Shadowing Day. Here, its rep Carl Rapen, with Jeanarta and Earl McEachron.
Proceeds benefited Boys Town to improve lives of at-risk youth through community service programs such as Job Shadowing Day. Here, its rep Carl Rapen, with Jeanarta and Earl McEachron.
The Foundation Fighting Blindness held its 4th annual NoVa Dining in the Dark at the Ritz- Carlton, Tysons Corner, raising 150,000 for research by giving guests a glimpse into the lives of the visually impaired. Here, SAIC CEO Walt Havenstein with his wife Judy and the Foundations CEO Bill Schmidt.
The Foundation Fighting Blindness held its 4th annual NoVa Dining in the Dark at the Ritz- Carlton, Tysons Corner, raising $150,000 for research by giving guests a glimpse into the lives of the visually impaired. Here, SAIC CEO Walt Havenstein with his wife Judy and the Foundation's CEO Bill Schmidt.
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Lets hear it for the other hometown team Yay Ravens If you thought it was a heart-stopping finish in front of your TV, can you imagine the excitement in the Superdome We ran down to the field to snap Beyonce during the halftime show
Let's hear it for the other hometown team! Yay Ravens! If you thought it was a heart-stopping finish in front of your TV, can you imagine the excitement in the Superdome?

We ran down to the field to snap Beyonce during the halftime show
At the NFL tailgate before the big game, we found Mr. Baltimore Orioles Hall of Famer Cal Ripken sporting Ravens purple.
At the NFL tailgate before the big game, we found Mr. Baltimore: Orioles Hall of Famer Cal Ripken sporting Ravens purple.
We also snapped actress Lucy Liu. If the blue beads means shes a 49ers fan, sorry, tough loss
We also snapped actress Lucy Liu. If the blue beads means she's a 49ers fan, sorry, tough loss!
We couldnt all be in New Orleans, but we all had to watch We cheered the Ravens to victory with chic professional women at Pumps and Pigskins at Lima with cocktails, desserts, and gift bags. We snapped She Rocks Jewels Nyki Nykole, TTD4 Custom Jewelrys Latasha Whitehead and Sherrill Jenkins, Ellie Olivers Malonda Richard-Sia, and Slumber Parties Sharraine Banks.
We couldn't all be in New Orleans, but we all had to watch! We cheered the Ravens to victory with chic professional women at Pumps and Pigskins at Lima with cocktails, desserts, and gift bags. We snapped She Rocks Jewels' Nyki Nykole, TTD4 Custom Jewelry's Latasha Whitehead and Sherrill Jenkins, Ellie Oliver's Malonda Richard-Sia, and Slumber Parties' Sharraine Banks.
On Saturday night we headed to Bayou for The Tenfold Fortys Mardi Gras Masquerade fundraiser sponsored by Macys, 38 Real Estate, Ruck.us, and Bisnow. Guests donned black tie, feather masks, and beads for a night of cocktails and music by the Lloyd Dobler Effect. We snapped ESSIs Brian Carbauh and Herrington Harbors Hamilton Chaney with Tenfold members, tutor Caroline MacMillan and Georgetown Hospitals Marie Gurka.
On Saturday night we headed to Bayou for The Tenfold Forty's Mardi Gras Masquerade fundraiser sponsored by Macy's, 38 Real Estate, Ruck.us, and Bisnow. Guests donned black tie, feather masks, and beads for a night of cocktails and music by the Lloyd Dobler Effect. We snapped ESSI's Brian Carbauh and Herrington Harbor's Hamilton Chaney with Tenfold members, tutor Caroline MacMillan and Georgetown Hospital's Marie Gurka.
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The raffle included prizes like Merryvale Vineyards wine, Kastles tickets, yoga lessons, and a Trump Soho spa gift certificate. Tenfold Forty board members Karina Bjelland and Sarah Hamilton recruited CFPBs Jolina Cuaresma to help sell the tickets.
The raffle included prizes like Merryvale Vineyards wine, Kastles tickets, yoga lessons, and a Trump Soho spa gift certificate. Tenfold Forty board members Karina Bjelland and Sarah Hamilton recruited CFPB's Jolina Cuaresma to help sell the tickets.
Proceeds will be donated to the Johns Hopkins Center for Cervical Dysplasia. Here, Booz Allens Andrew Gibbons, Quantum Communications Amanda Nimmer, GW Law student Susie Coggins, and the SSAs Gavin Young.
Proceeds will be donated to the Johns Hopkins Center for Cervical Dysplasia. Here, Booz Allen's Andrew Gibbons, Quantum Communication's Amanda Nimmer, GW Law student Susie Coggins, and the SSA's Gavin Young.
Saturday night we also went to Clarendon Ballroom for the Arts for Autism Gala benefiting the Autism Society of NoVa. A private dinner reception was followed by open bar, passed hors doeuvres, fashion show, auction, and performances. We snapped the nights emcee, WUSA 9s Peggy Fox, with performer Jake Sizemore.
Saturday night we also went to Clarendon Ballroom for the Arts for Autism Gala benefiting the Autism Society of NoVa. A private dinner reception was followed by open bar, passed hors d'oeuvres, fashion show, auction, and performances. We snapped the night's emcee, WUSA 9's Peggy Fox, with performer Jake Sizemore.
The fashion show featured top fundraisers like John Reeves and Devlin Berlo and students from McLean High School as models wearing clothing by sponsors Cache, Jos. A Bank, and Papaya.
The fashion show featured top fundraisers like John Reeves and Devlin Berlo and students from McLean High School as models wearing clothing by sponsors Cache, Jos. A Bank, and Papaya.
DogDen Golfs David Ogden (who auctioned off two golf weekend getaways), Lore Systems Bill Mountjoy, Nationwides Christopher Williams, Burr Auto Groups Chris Burr, Keller Williams Realtys Kevin Kleifges, and Reed Smiths Catherine Kleifges.
DogDen Golf's David Ogden (who auctioned off two golf weekend getaways), Lore Systems' Bill Mountjoy, Nationwide's Christopher Williams, Burr Auto Group's Chris Burr, Keller Williams Realty's Kevin Kleifges, and Reed Smith's Catherine Kleifges.
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Last night we went to the annual Alvin Ailey opening performance and gala at the Kennedy Centers Opera House. Patrons were treated to an incredible performance and the opportunity to dance with Ailey dancers at the after party. We snapped philanthropist Hillary Baltimore, senior advisor to the President Valerie Jarrett, Seattles Carolyn Niles, and Washington Post publisher Katharine Weymouth.
Last night we went to the annual Alvin Ailey opening performance and gala at the Kennedy Center's Opera House.

Patrons were treated to an incredible performance and the opportunity to dance with Ailey dancers at the after party. We snapped philanthropist Hillary Baltimore, senior advisor to the President Valerie Jarrett, Seattle's Carolyn Niles, and Washington Post publisher Katharine Weymouth.
Denise and Claude Bailey flank Pepcos Kim Watson at right, Howard University president Sidney Ribeau and his wife Dr. Paula Whetsel- Ribeau.
Denise and Claude Bailey flank Pepco's Kim Watson; at right, Howard University president Sidney Ribeau and his wife Dr. Paula Whetsel- Ribeau.
Guests dined on beet salad and grilled salmon. Here, Tower Companies Shawn Gibbons and Sheila Mitchell join anthropologist Cheryl LaRoche and Sister Strength founder Lucia Riddle.
Guests dined on beet salad and grilled salmon. Here, Tower Companies' Shawn Gibbons and Sheila Mitchell join anthropologist Cheryl LaRoche and Sister Strength founder Lucia Riddle.
DNC chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz is surrounded by Charles and Willa Hall-Smith and her chief of staff Tracie Pough,and by Yebbie Watkins.
DNC chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz is surrounded by Charles and Willa Hall-Smith and her chief of staff Tracie Pough,and by Yebbie Watkins.
We went to Go Red for Women Happy Hour at BlackFinn DC for heart healthy appetizers and Oyster Bay wine on National Wear Red Day to raise awareness of heart disease. It was hosted by PULSE, which has a cocktail reception for the Heart Ball Feb. 23. We snapped Grunleys Lauren Grunley, EPAs Marcus Skelton, PULSE co- chair Megan Christensen, and Sallie Maes Nathan Rutledge.
We went to Go Red for Women Happy Hour at BlackFinn DC for heart healthy appetizers and Oyster Bay wine on National Wear Red Day to raise awareness of heart disease. It was hosted by PULSE, which has a cocktail reception for the Heart Ball Feb. 23. We snapped Grunley's Lauren Grunley, EPA's Marcus Skelton, PULSE co- chair Megan Christensen, and Sallie Mae's Nathan Rutledge.
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We went to DC Family and Youth Initiatives Give your heART to a Child at Mason Inn, to support its work finding permanent families for teens in foster care. We snapped former NY Jets football player Tavon Mason, now with Tavon Mason Loves the Kids, with DCFYIs Jennifer Mauritzen and Melissa Brown.
We went to DC Family and Youth Initiative's Give your heART to a Child at Mason Inn, to support its work finding permanent families for teens in foster care. We snapped former NY Jets football player Tavon Mason, now with Tavon Mason Loves the Kids, with DCFYI's Jennifer Mauritzen and Melissa Brown.
There was art and fashion work by sPACYcLoud, Dez Customz, and Venus Visuals, and music by Flo Anito. Here, Joseph Cartwright, Suzanne Wells and Advanced Resources Intls Michael Godec.
There was art and fashion work by sPACYcLoud, Dez Customz, and Venus Visuals, and music by Flo Anito. Here, Joseph Cartwright, Suzanne Wells and Advanced Resources Intl's Michael Godec.
Entertainment included graffiti artist Rajan Sedalia, who painted along to the concert Once Okay Twice singer Ian Thomas.
Entertainment included graffiti artist Rajan Sedalia, who painted along to the concert Once Okay Twice singer Ian Thomas.
The Madison Hotel celebrated 50 years in the nations capital and becoming the Loews Madison Hotel after completing a 23 million renovation. Loews CEO Paul Whetsell performed the cake cutting with the hotels GM Jim Horsman.
The Madison Hotel celebrated 50 years in the nation's capital and becoming the Loews Madison Hotel after completing a $23 million renovation. Loews CEO Paul Whetsell performed the cake cutting with the hotel's GM Jim Horsman.
Over 1,000 shoppers turned out for the 8th annual Old Town Boutique District Warehouse Sale and shopping extravaganza Saturday at Alexandrias Masonic Temple.
Over 1,000 shoppers turned out for the 8th annual Old Town Boutique District Warehouse Sale and shopping extravaganza Saturday at Alexandria's Masonic Temple.
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Last night we went to night two of Crystal Couture, Crystal Citys annual week-long shopping and fashion extravaganza. We snapped Navys Nicole Fallone, photog Adelle McCauley, and Patent Offices Erin Colello.
Last night we went to night two of Crystal Couture, Crystal City's annual week-long shopping and fashion extravaganza. We snapped Navy's Nicole Fallone, photog Adelle McCauley, and Patent Office's Erin Colello.
Guests rummaged through vintage pop-ups that surround a runway. Here, Speak Vintages Derek Farino, Casandra Stafer, and Kate Thompson (left, center, right) are with I Found That owner Dafna Steinberg and Crowley Constructions Jason Crowley.
Guests rummaged through vintage pop-ups that surround a runway. Here, Speak Vintage's Derek Farino, Casandra Stafer, and Kate Thompson (left, center, right) are with I Found That owner Dafna Steinberg and Crowley Construction's Jason Crowley.
Our Secret Closet co-owner Alane McCotter with student Cleo Crews and her daughter Shalinda.
Our Secret Closet co-owner Alane McCotter with student Cleo Crews and her daughter Shalinda.
We joined dozens of the countrys most innovative entrepreneurs and Administration officials, and yesterday we got a sneak-peak at 1776, a new DC tech accelerator, which will soon house startups from around the country. We snapped Smith Island Banking founder Brian Murphy, Startup America CEO Scott Case, Dell Entrepreneur-in-Residence Ingrid Vandervelt, DeveloperTown partner Mike Coffey, Verges Matt Hunckler, and Seed Here Studios Andy Stoll. For more on this, read our Bisnow Tech issue.
We joined dozens of the country's most innovative entrepreneurs and Administration officials, and yesterday we got a sneak-peak at 1776, a new DC tech accelerator, which will soon house startups from around the country. We snapped Smith Island Banking founder Brian Murphy, Startup America CEO Scott Case, Dell Entrepreneur-in-Residence Ingrid Vandervelt, DeveloperTown partner Mike Coffey, Verge's Matt Hunckler, and Seed Here Studio's Andy Stoll. For more on this, read our Bisnow Tech issue.
The Arts for Autism Runway Show and Gala brought together NoVas fashion and autism communities at Arlingtons Clarendon Ballroom to celebrate the creativity of people with autism. Here, Capital Networkings Devlin Berlo is with Resort Homes Groups Robert Mechlin and his wife, Gala Chair Vix Mechlin.
The Arts for Autism Runway Show and Gala brought together NoVa's fashion and autism communities at Arlington's Clarendon Ballroom to celebrate the creativity of people with autism. Here, Capital Networking's Devlin Berlo is with Resort Homes Group's Robert Mechlin and his wife, Gala Chair Vix Mechlin.
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Congrats to the top fundraisers Dan Coulter, Larrie Ellen Randall, Ivan Boyd, Courtney Fulmer, Irene Sakkas, Andrew Huynh, Sofia Alonso, Kevin Miller, Alessia Ripani, and John Reeves.
Congrats to the top fundraisers: Dan Coulter, Larrie Ellen Randall, Ivan Boyd, Courtney Fulmer, Irene Sakkas, Andrew Huynh, Sofia Alonso, Kevin Miller, Alessia Ripani, and John Reeves.
Bohler Engineering hosted a happy hour at Arlingtons Spider Kellys. Here, its Dan Duke is with Fairfield Residentials Martin Howle and Samaha Associates Paul Falkenbury.
Bohler Engineering hosted a happy hour at Arlington's Spider Kelly's. Here, its Dan Duke is with Fairfield Residential's Martin Howle and Samaha Associates' Paul Falkenbury.
Last night we went to the Young Benefactors of the Washington Nationals Dream Foundations Offseason on Ice at Nicks Riverside Grill and Washington Harbour Ice Rink. We snapped Nats GM Mike Rizzo with Teddy, whos excited about this seasons new racing competitor.
Last night we went to the Young Benefactors of the Washington Nationals Dream Foundation's Offseason on Ice at Nick's Riverside Grill and Washington Harbour Ice Rink.

We snapped Nats GM Mike Rizzo with Teddy, who's excited about this season's new racing competitor.
Nats owner Marla Lerner-Tanenbaum is surrounded by community relations director Shawn Bertani and communications VP Lara Potter. Proceeds went to the Dream Foundation, now partnering with local young professionals to improve the lives of children and families in the DC area.
Nats owner Marla Lerner-Tanenbaum is surrounded by community relations director Shawn Bertani and communications VP Lara Potter. Proceeds went to the Dream Foundation, now partnering with local young professionals to improve the lives of children and families in the DC area.
There were hors doeuvres, beer and wine, complimentary ice skating, a DJ, door prizes and grab bags. Here, Mission Readiness Jenny Harper with husband Taoti Creatives Sam Harper, and Abby Froemming with husband Nationals Adam Froemming.
There were hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine, complimentary ice skating, a DJ, door prizes and grab bags. Here, Mission: Readiness' Jenny Harper with husband Taoti Creative's Sam Harper, and Abby Froemming with husband Nationals' Adam Froemming.
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Last night we also stopped by The Sphinx Club in Franklin Square for the Leadership Greater Washington reception. We snapped Verizons Mario Acosta-Velez, Cardinal Banks Kathy Speakman, and BBTs Jeff Rubery.
Last night we also stopped by The Sphinx Club in Franklin Square for the Leadership Greater Washington reception. We snapped Verizon's Mario Acosta-Velez, Cardinal Bank's Kathy Speakman, and BB&T's Jeff Rubery.
There were hors doeuvres and festive drinks. Here, Council for Court Excellences June Kress, Hager Sharps Debra Silimeo, MWCOGs Carolyn Walker, and TDP LLCs Carolyn Walker.
There were hors d'oeuvres and festive drinks. Here, Council for Court Excellence's June Kress, Hager Sharp's Debra Silimeo, MWCOG's Carolyn Walker, and TDP LLC's Carolyn Walker.
The silent auction benefited LGWs youth program, which offers development, education, and networking for high school students. Here, LGW prez Tim Kime, Meyer Foundations Danielle Reyes, ABC7s Abby Fenton, GWHCC prez Angela Franco, and Colliers Fern Barrueta.
The silent auction benefited LGW's youth program, which offers development, education, and networking for high school students. Here, LGW prez Tim Kime, Meyer Foundation's Danielle Reyes, ABC7's Abby Fenton, GWHCC prez Angela Franco, and Colliers' Fern Barrueta.
This morning at the Economic Club breakfast at the Renaissance Hotel we snapped Hilary Fordwich and restaurateur Christianne Ricchi after listening to Mort Zuckerman say hes still bearish on the US economy.
This morning at the Economic Club breakfast at the Renaissance Hotel we snapped Hilary Fordwich and restaurateur Christianne Ricchi after listening to Mort Zuckerman say he's still bearish on the US economy.
Last night we also went to the 1776 Campus to celebrate the launch of the new Hinge iPhone app. We snapped In The Capitals Carl Pierre, Social Tables Laura Simmons, and The Hunter Defense Funds Andrew Bird.
Last night we also went to the 1776 Campus to celebrate the launch of the new Hinge iPhone app. We snapped In The Capital's Carl Pierre, Social Tables' Laura Simmons, and The Hunter Defense Fund's Andrew Bird.
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There was an open bar with specialty cocktails and music by Viceroy. Here, teacher Jessica James, Fairfax Dermatologys Vivian Leslie, and NTCICs Kathleen Galvan.
There was an open bar with specialty cocktails and music by Viceroy. Here, teacher Jessica James, Fairfax Dermatology's Vivian Leslie, and NTCIC's Kathleen Galvan.
The app lets you rate friends of friends and connects people when theres a match. We snapped Hinge co-founders Bennett Richardson and Justin McLeod.
The app lets you rate friends of friends and connects people when there's a match. We snapped Hinge co-founders Bennett Richardson and Justin McLeod.
The festivities leading up to President Obamas second inauguration kick off this week with parties, balls, and fun events around the city at every price point from 0 to 750 and everything in between. Click Here for the Bisnow Inauguration Schedule
The festivities leading up to President Obama's second inauguration kick off this week with parties, balls, and fun events around the city at every price point from $0 to $750 and everything in between.

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We went to the Hip Hop Inaugural Ball at The Harman Center for the Arts on Sunday night, presented by Hip-Hop Summit Action Network and PHILANTHROPIK in celebration of hip-hops role in the election. Angela Simmons tells us she was happy to represent her uncle Russell Simmons.
We went to the Hip Hop Inaugural Ball at The Harman Center for the Arts on Sunday night, presented by Hip-Hop Summit Action Network and PHILANTHROPIK in celebration of hip-hop's role in the election. Angela Simmons tells us she was happy to represent her uncle Russell Simmons.
Actorsingercomedian Wayne Brady sang Marvin Gayes Whats Going On and performed a hip-hop duet onstage with Doug E. Fresh.
Actor/singer/comedian Wayne Brady sang Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" and performed a hip-hop duet onstage with Doug E. Fresh.
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Actress La La Anthony co-hosted the black-tie charity gala alongside E News anchor Terrance J. with a program recognizing artists and organizations that influenced the hip-hop and youth communities to be politically active.
Actress La La Anthony co-hosted the black-tie charity gala alongside E! News anchor Terrance J. with a program recognizing artists and organizations that influenced the hip-hop and youth communities to be politically active.
The celebration continued with an after-party featuring DJ D-Nice and DJ Lil Mic. We snapped incomparable jazz pianist ELEW.
The celebration continued with an after-party featuring DJ D-Nice and DJ Lil Mic. We snapped incomparable jazz pianist ELEW.
SNR Denton, Salans, and FMC celebrated the upcoming merger of their three firms into Dentons with a glam inaugural cocktail reception at the beautiful DAR, across from the White House grounds. We snapped HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and her husband Gary surrounded by Clint and Sandi Vince, and by Jenny Vince.
SNR Denton, Salans, and FMC celebrated the upcoming merger of their three firms into Dentons with a glam inaugural cocktail reception at the beautiful DAR, across from the White House grounds. We snapped HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and her husband Gary surrounded by Clint and Sandi Vince, and by Jenny Vince.
Congressman Ed Royce is surrounded by his wife Marie and SNR Dentons Sydney Johnson. Guests enjoyed a European cheese platter, cured meats, and grilled shrimp skewers as a string quartet played.
Congressman Ed Royce is surrounded by his wife Marie and SNR Denton's Sydney Johnson. Guests enjoyed a European cheese platter, cured meats, and grilled shrimp skewers as a string quartet played.
SNR Denton managing partner Michael McNamara, global chair (and former DNC chief) Joseph Andrew, and CEO Elliott Portnoy surround astronaut Franklin Chang Diaz and his wife Peggy and Jorge and Kerry Alers.
SNR Denton managing partner Michael McNamara, global chair (and former DNC chief) Joseph Andrew, and CEO Elliott Portnoy surround astronaut Franklin Chang Diaz and his wife Peggy and Jorge and Kerry Alers.
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DCs social elite gathered at Café Milano Monday night for a celebration, saluting the official inauguration theme Faith in Americas Future. We snapped CNNs Wolf Blitzer and his wife Lynn with Melissa Moss and The Nats Ed Cohen.
DC's social elite gathered at Café Milano Monday night for a celebration, saluting the official inauguration theme Faith in America's Future. We snapped CNN's Wolf Blitzer and his wife Lynn with Melissa Moss and The Nats' Ed Cohen.
Guests enjoyed inauguration-themed ice sculptures, food, and entertainment by acclaimed jazz harmonicist Frederic Yonnet. Here, The Washington Ballets artistic director Septime Webre (right) and his brother Charles surround Innocents at Risk founder Deborah Sigmund.
Guests enjoyed inauguration-themed ice sculptures, food, and entertainment by acclaimed jazz harmonicist Frederic Yonnet. Here, The Washington Ballet's artistic director Septime Webre (right) and his brother Charles surround Innocents at Risk founder Deborah Sigmund.
We heard a rumor that President Obama treated Michelle to a birthday dinner at Café Milano earlier in the week. Here, Turkish Ambassador Namik Tan is flanked by his wife Fügen and Toka Salon Founder Nuri Yurt.
We heard a rumor that President Obama treated Michelle to a birthday dinner at Café Milano earlier in the week. Here, Turkish Ambassador Namik Tan is flanked by his wife Fügen and Toka Salon Founder Nuri Yurt.
We went to the Chefs Ball at Art and Soul at the Liaison Capitol Hill hotel Saturday. Celebrity chefs prepared dishes proceeds benefited their charities of choice, listed after their names Toki Underground chefowner Erik Bruner-Yang (The Cambodian Childrens Fund), Equinox exec chefowner Todd Gray (DC Jewish Community Center), The Source exec chef Scott Drewno (Prevent Cancer Foundations GW Mobile Mammography Unit), and Graffiato chefowner Mike Isabella (James Beard Foundation).
We went to the Chefs Ball at Art and Soul at the Liaison Capitol Hill hotel Saturday. Celebrity chefs prepared dishes; proceeds benefited their charities of choice, listed after their names: Toki Underground chef/owner Erik Bruner-Yang (The Cambodian Children's Fund), Equinox exec chef/owner Todd Gray (DC Jewish Community Center), The Source exec chef Scott Drewno (Prevent Cancer Foundation's GW Mobile Mammography Unit), and Graffiato chef/owner Mike Isabella (James Beard Foundation).
We snapped Modern Family actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson with TieTheKnot.orgs Justin Mikita. Proceeds also benefited Common Threads, a non- profit that helps low-income kids understand the importance of nutrition and physical well-being.
We snapped Modern Family actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson with TieTheKnot.org's Justin Mikita. Proceeds also benefited Common Threads, a non- profit that helps low-income kids understand the importance of nutrition and physical well-being.
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We went to Voto Latinos Celebrating the American Latino Vote reception at Oya. We snapped Labor Secretary Hilda Solis surrounded by host Voto Latino president Maria Teresa Kumar and actress and VL chair Rosario Dawson. Guests enjoyed hors doeuvres and Moët Hennessy champagne.
We went to Voto Latino's Celebrating the American Latino Vote reception at Oya. We snapped Labor Secretary Hilda Solis surrounded by host Voto Latino president Maria Teresa Kumar and actress and VL chair Rosario Dawson. Guests enjoyed hors d'oeuvres and Moët Hennessy champagne.
We went to The Harman Center for the Arts for the Creative Coalition Inaugural Ball Monday night. We snapped White Collar actor Matt Bomer.
We went to The Harman Center for the Arts for the Creative Coalition Inaugural Ball Monday night. We snapped White Collar actor Matt Bomer.
Hellooo, Newman Seinfeld star Wayne Knight arrived with his wife. The benefit gala supported The Creative Coalition, the nonpartisan advocacy arm of the arts and entertainment communities.
Hellooo, Newman! Seinfeld star Wayne Knight arrived with his wife. The benefit gala supported The Creative Coalition, the nonpartisan advocacy arm of the arts and entertainment communities.
Partygoers listened to music by 90s rock band the Goo Goo Dolls. We snapped actors Omar Epps and Marlon Wayans.
Partygoers listened to music by '90s rock band the Goo Goo Dolls. We snapped actors Omar Epps and Marlon Wayans.
Of course actors from The West Wing came to DC. We snapped Richard Schiff and wife Sheila Kelley.
Of course actors from The West Wing came to DC. We snapped Richard Schiff and wife Sheila Kelley.
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We also stopped by Chinatowns Goethe Institut for Social Yous Power Forward Inauguration Cocktail Celebration. We snapped Intuition Photos Nik Robinson, Kelly Kitchens, The Artinista Art Advisorys Sharon Burton, and Kreative Ways Solutions Sherry Burton Ways.
We also stopped by Chinatown's Goethe Institut for Social You's Power Forward Inauguration Cocktail Celebration. We snapped Intuition Photos' Nik Robinson, Kelly Kitchens, The Artinista Art Advisory's Sharon Burton, and Kreative Ways & Solutions' Sherry Burton Ways.
Guests enjoyed open bar, hors doeuvres, and Georgetown Cupcakes Johnny Graham and the Groove provided smooth jazz. Here, GWUs Madeline Shepherd, Gabrielle Porter, and Julia Watts.
Guests enjoyed open bar, hors d'oeuvres, and Georgetown Cupcakes; Johnny Graham and the Groove provided smooth jazz. Here, GWU's Madeline Shepherd, Gabrielle Porter, and Julia Watts.
Social You combines philanthropy with engaging events for young professionals. Here, model Kamilah Zandria, Bethesda Magazines Krystle Fleetwood, and Energy Plus Sarah ONeil.
Social You combines philanthropy with engaging events for young professionals. Here, model Kamilah Zandria, Bethesda Magazine's Krystle Fleetwood, and Energy Plus' Sarah O'Neil.
The Washington Performing Arts Society honored Grammy-winning opera singer Jessye Norman with the Ambassador of Arts Award during its inaugural brunch at Top of the Hay. Shes with WPAS Doug Wheeler, BET event productions prez Paxton Baker and wife Rachel.
The Washington Performing Arts Society honored Grammy-winning opera singer Jessye Norman with the Ambassador of Arts Award during its inaugural brunch at Top of the Hay. She's with WPAS' Doug Wheeler, BET event productions prez Paxton Baker and wife Rachel.
About 150 guests munched on eggs, filet, and smoked salmon. Here, former White House Deputy Social Secretary Ebs Burnough, Chris McLaren and WPAS Board member Rachel Pearson
About 150 guests munched on eggs, filet, and smoked salmon. Here, former White House Deputy Social Secretary Ebs Burnough, Chris McLaren and WPAS Board member Rachel Pearson
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In case you think we only went to inauguration events last week, we also went to The Kennedy Center for The National Ballet of Canadas Alice in Wonderland. Lewis Carrolls classic childrens tale had spectacular dances by choreographer Christopher Wheeldon, an enchanting, original score, vibrant sets, and great costumes. The first act features the Drink MeEat Me scene, Pig and Pepper, and the Mad Hatters tea party the second act is the Queen of Hearts croquet party and the Knaves trial. We loved Aleksandar Antonijevic as the White Rabbit.
In case you think we only went to inauguration events last week, we also went to The Kennedy Center for The National Ballet of Canada's Alice in Wonderland. Lewis Carroll's classic children's tale had spectacular dances by choreographer Christopher Wheeldon, an enchanting, original score, vibrant sets, and great costumes. The first act features the Drink Me/Eat Me scene, Pig and Pepper, and the Mad Hatter's tea party; the second act is the Queen of Hearts' croquet party and the Knaves' trial. We loved Aleksandar Antonijevic as the White Rabbit.
We continue our inauguration coverage with a look at five of the best state society galas. More great inaugural parties tomorrow Puh-leeeeze dont tell us that Joe Bidens appearance at Iowas First in the Nation Celebration means the 2016 campaign has started The gala, at the National Museum of Women in the Arts, commemorated Iowas role selecting presidential candidates through the caucuses.
We continue our inauguration coverage with a look at five of the best state society galas. More great inaugural parties tomorrow!

Puh-leeeeze don't tell us that Joe Biden's appearance at Iowa's First in the Nation Celebration means the 2016 campaign has started! The gala, at the National Museum of Women in the Arts, commemorated Iowa's role selecting presidential candidates through the caucuses.
The celebration featured a menu of hors doeuvres and desserts from Iowa, with a Speakeasy Bar hosted by Iowas Templeton Rye. We snapped John Davis with AGPs Matt Caswell and BIOs Sarah Caswell.
The celebration featured a menu of hors d'oeuvres and desserts from Iowa, with a Speakeasy Bar hosted by Iowa's Templeton Rye. We snapped John Davis with AGP's Matt Caswell and BIO's Sarah Caswell.
Deloittes Victoria Roehrich, McChrystal Groups Will Smith, and Taoti Creatives Sam Harper.
Deloitte's Victoria Roehrich, McChrystal Group's Will Smith, and Taoti Creative's Sam Harper.
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