THURSDAY HAPS | Mar. 25th
National Medal of Honor Day: Join The Congressional Medal of Honor Society & Foundation in celebrating with a wreath ceremony. 2:15pm at Arlington National Cemetery’s Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (214 McNair Rd, Arlington). RSVP: 703-556-0284 or email csash@hayespr.com.
“Hidden Emotions” Exhibit Art Soiree: The photo exhibit by Anthony Brice, is hosted by Sandro & Tati. Featuring LIVE music and Argentine Tango. 7pm-12am at L2 Lounge (3315 Cady’s Alley NW). Admission: $10.
Book Signing: “Michelle: The First Lady, the First Year”: With author Robin Givhans. Cocktail reception to follow signing. 6:30-8:30pm at Lord & Taylor (5255 Western Ave NW). Admission: $35 /Member - $24 /Non-Member. [RVSP REQUIRED]
DC Twestival: A face-to-face meet up of those you follow on Twitter along with the area’s hottest social media circle. The event benefits Concern. 6-9pm at Shadow Room (2131 K St NW). Tickets: $20-$125 RSVP: 202-887-1200 or info@twestival.com.
Hoops for Troops: Morton’s partners with Paul Norman and the USO of Metropolitan DC for “Hoops for Troops”, honoring wounded warriors recovering at Walter Reed Army Hospital. Enjoy a four-course signature cuisine and fine wine while viewing the 2010 NCAA semi-finals on the 9-foot screens. 6-11pm at Morton’s Steakhouse of Tysons (8075 Leesburg Pike, Vienna). Cost: $275 (Includes dinner for one, plus dinner for one wounded warrior). RSVP: 703-883-0800. [RSVP REQUIRED]
Tigerlily Kick Off for Breast Cancer: Mingle with DC’s elite and NFL athletes, including hosts: Jason Campbell, Kedric Golston, Lorenzo Alexander, and MC Angie Goff. 6-10pm at Josephine (1008 Vermont Ave NW). Tickets: $45 /General Admission | $95 /VIP.
Martha’s Table Benefit: Join Hugh & Crye for a charity event to benefit Martha’s Table. Donate ill-fitting dress shirts that have been delegated to the back of the closet, and receive a 20% discount from Social and a 10% discount off Hugh + Crye merchandise. The event will also showcase portrait photography from local photographer, MarkSilva. Complimentary passed food, happy hour specials and a Hugh & Crye cocktail will be available. 6:30-8:30pm at Social (1400 Meridian Pl NW).
Work It, Girl’s Lunch, Laugh, & Learn: Starring Becky Lee from Becky’s Fund. Work It, Girl! Networking is NoVa’s newest young professionals business networking organization. 11:30am-1pm at the Hyatt Regency – Reston Town Center (1800 Presidents St Reston, VA). Cost: $35.
ALBUS CAVUS Art Workshop: Beat Production – Words, Beats and Life. For all ages. 6-8pm at 223 23rd St. Arlington. Suggested Donation $30.
Recess Thursdays | A Return To Your Dreams: Every Thursday night. 10pm at Recess (727 15th St NW). Guestlist is Mandatory | No Cover on the Guestlist before 11pm.
Hands on DC Happy Hour: Enjoy drink specials and delicious organic food. Mention that you’re a Hands on DC volunteer and 10% of your order will help support Hands on DC’s 16th annual Work-a-thon, as well as fund scholarships for DC Public School students. 4-8pm at Bread and Brew (1247 20th St NW). Admission: FREE!
Michael Thomas Trunk Show: Trunk show with local neckwear designer Michael Thomas. Meet the designer, peep his collection and get styling tips straight from a pro. 5-8pm at Treasury (1843 14th St NW). Admission: FREE!
Hobo Trunk Show: Receive 15% off any HOBO bag & a chance to win a gift basket (stuffed with Hobo and Nana goodies)! 5-8pm at Nana (1528 U St NW). Admission: FREE!
Smithsonian Young Benefactors Happy Hour: Join fellow Young Benefactors for a fun evening of mingling and $5 rail drinks and $4 domestic beers all night. 6-10pm at George (3251 Prospect St NW). Suggested Donation: $10 — To benefit YB Culture4Kids which which provides support for local area schoolchildren to attend the educational and cultural programs presented by The Smithsonian Associates.
Artini Mixologist Competition: Feature Night: Mix and mingle with the 1869 Society Steering Committee and ARTINI Host Committee at the Artini Mixologist Competition. Day 3 takes place at Farmers & Fishers. Taste the evening’s featured cocktail. 20% of bar sales proceeds will benefit Corcoran’s ArtReach program. 6:30-8:30pm at Rasika (633 D St NW).
Class of Change: “A place to meet progressive, diverse people ushering in the era of change”. Featuring a cash bar with drink specials. DJ Whitecastle and friends spin Hip-Hop, Reggae, Mash-Ups, R&B, and Soul classics. Mixer: 7-9pm. Party: 9pm-12am at Local 16 (1602 U St NW). Cover: FREE!
The Sweater Set Sideshow Part III: BETSEY & Black Magic: A series hosted by local pop-folk duo The Sweater Set, The Sideshow features cabaret style performances by dancers, jugglers, magicians, and burlesque performers. Each month The Sweater Set presents a different special guest as well as debut new material in themed costumes. Tonight’s event will feature Betsey (Johnson) attire as dressed by Jane Roser & Black Magic with magician David London! BONUS: The event will include cupcakes and BJ swag bags. 7:30-10pm at Solly’s U St Tavern (1942 11th St NW). Admission: $5.
Five Bucks Comedy Night: Every Thursday night, The Capitol Skyline Hotel is hosting a weekly stand-up comedy show at the hotel - with famous comics and up ‘n comers. Cash bar and food. No drink minimum. 8-11pm at Capitol Skyline Hotel - District Lounge (10 I St SW). Cover: $5.
Lotions N’ Potions Class: Kristina Libby, owner of For the Love of…a local luxury body product company, will teach a class on how to make organic skin care products in your home. The class will involve a short talk on organic skin care followed by the opportunity to make your own custom scented perfume and bath bomb. Bring a friend and make it a girls night! 1/2 of class costs will benefit Susan G Komen Foundation. 8pm at Greater Goods (1626 U St NW). Cost: $12.
City Paper’s “Best of DC 2010” Winner’s Party: Celebrate the victory of some of your all-time favorite haunts, bartender, vegetarian joint, bike shop, and local band, as well as a few newcomers to the DC area that earned a well-deserved spot on Washington City Paper’s winner’s list. 6:30-11pm at LUX Lounge (649 New York Ave NW). Cover: FREE with RSVP! [RSVP REQUIRED]
IN CONCERT: Alicia Keys: The Freedom Tour: Alicia Keys performs LIVE with Robin Thicke and Melanie Fiona. 7:30pm at Verizon Center (601 F St NW). Tickets: $88-$128
ArtFest: A week-long indoor/outdoor arts festival, sponsored by the Arlington Artists Alliance, featuring demos, workshops, poetry, painting, artist conversations, art show and sale featuring works by local artists, and more! Thru Mar. 26th at Fort C. F. Smith Park (2411 24th St, North, Arlington). Admission: FREE!
Robin Thicke Concert After Party & Official FEVER Launch: Hosted by Robin Thicke w/ DJ Money. Doors: 5pm. Dinner: 5-10pm. Party: 10pm-2am at The Park at Fourteenth (920 14th St NW).
Melanie Fiona After-Concert Party: The R&B newcomer will perform her hit single, “It Kills Me”. 9pm-3am at Hogates on the Waterfront (800 Water St SW).
Mario De Armas of TLC’s “Trading Spaces”: Join Cabanas and Celebrity Interior designer Mario De Armas of TLC’s “Trading Spaces” will kick off the unveiling of the all new Cabanas with a complimentary tasting of their new cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. 6:30-9pm at Cabanas (3050 K St NW). Cover: FREE with RSVP to LambyProductions@gmail.com.
Alicia Keys Concert After-Party: 10pm at Recess (727 15th St NW). Cover: FREE before 11pm on guestlist.
“Afro-Beat for Ya Soul” One-Year Anniversary Party: Presented by Lunchbox Theory. Funk masters, Ikebe Shakedown, will be providing LIVE sound downstairs, while DJ Underdog takes party goers through time and space on the top floor. Fader will be passing out FREE treats. 9pm at Bossa Lounge (2463 18th St NW). Cover: $5.
Howard Burns Trio: LIVE performance. Featuring Martini and Wine specials. 7pm at AVA (28 S Potomac St, Hagerstown). Cover: FREE!
