SATURDAY HAPS | Mar. 27th
Tango Night at Tuscana West: Observe and Experience the Passion of the Tango while dining on our delicious rustic Italian dishes! Featuring the acclaimed SieteTango, a celebrated and popular DC Studio and performers, who will be dancing and performing the sultry Argentine Tango, and teaching anyone who wants to learn. Dinner Specials: 4-Course Menu di Apassionato. 7-9:30pm at Tuscanna West (1350 I St NW). Cost: $45 (For Dinner). Tango Lessons: No Extra Charge. Call 202-289-7300 for reservations.
Tashia Senn Trunk Show: The local designer shows off her new collection of dresses, shirts, and tops inspired by Twiggy, Lena Horne, and Jackie O. 7-10pm at Hela Spa & Ted Gibson Salon, (5481 Wisconsin Ave, Chevy Chase - Level 2). Admission: FREE with RSVP to info@nediamconsultants.com. [RSVP REQUIRED]
NEW SPOT: The Cereal Bowl: Munch on mix-and-match breakfast options, such as Cookie Crisp topped with gummy worms and chocolate syrup. Hours: Mon-Thurs, 6:30am-10pm; Fri, 6:30am-11pm; Sat, 7am-11pm; Sun, 7am-8pm. Location: 3420 Connecticut Ave NW. Info: 202-244-4492.
Smithsonian Kite Festival: One of the opening events of the annual Cherry Blossom madness, the kite festival features colorful kites soaring over the Mall. 10am-4pm at the Washington Monument (15th St and Constitution Ave NW). Admission: Free. All ages welcome.
ALBUS CAVUS Art Workshop: Abstract Mail Art – Franck De Las Mercedes. For All Ages. 12-2pm at 223 23rd St, Arlington. Suggested Donation $30.
Stenciling: With Kevin “JAZI” Irvin. For All Ages. 6-8pm at 223 23rd St, Arlington. Suggested Donation $30.
80’s Throw Back Closing Reception: Black Cat’s resident DJ LIL’e will spin. 80’s Attire is MANDATORY. Featuring prizes for best 80’s outfit, an Atari 2600 Tournament on giant projection screen with prizes, a break dance competition, breakers and “Thriller” dancers. If you are interested in competing, email info@artwhino.com. Truth Among Liars will be on-stie customizing and accessorizing clothing with their silkscreen designs. 8pm-12am at 223 23rd St, Arlington.
Cherry Blossom Festival Cultural Performances: Begining at 12-noon daily thru Apr. 11th. Visit the elaborate performances featuring music, dance, and international artists at the Sylvan Theatre on the grounds of the Washington Monument (Independence Ave & Raoul Wallenberg Pl SW). Cover: FREE!
18th Annual Tossed and Found Sale: Shoppers can search for “Fabulous Finds” at the Junior League of Washington’s 18th Annual Tossed and Found Sale. Everything from gently-used furniture and bedding to jewelry, clothing, kitchenware, electronics, and antiques will be available to purchase. Proceeds benefit the Junior League’s literacy programs. 9am-5pm at the Crystal City Shops, 2100 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA 22202. Admission: FREE! [NO RSVP REQUIRED]
The Tux - Past, Present, Future: Arts & entertainment cocktail networking event that includes arts vendors, fashion show, dance performance by the Phyre-Arts dancers and after-party. Presented by Phyre-Arts & Entertainment. 6-10pm at District (2473 18th St NW). Tickets: $25 /Advance | $35 /At Door.
The Day Party at K Street Lounge: Hate staying up late? Then party during the DAY at “The Day Party”, with DJ JahSonic. 3-8pm at K Street Lounge (1301 K St NW). For table info, email info@forwardvisiongroup.com.
Modern Day Match Maker Live: Looking for a good man ladies? Then join the real life “Hitch”, Paul Carrick Brunson, as he hosts the “Modern Day Match Maker Live”. Featuring a panel of authors, spoken word artists, and experts for a night of honest discussion about sex, love, and relationships. Music by Wes Ellington Felton. 6pm at Gala Theatre (333 14th St NW). Must arrive BEFORE 7pm, the show will be taped. VIP After-Party will be at Social (1400 Meridian Pl NW). Tickets: $10-$25.
The Situation: Code Pink: Presented by The Usual Suspectz and The Collective. OZIO welcomes the lovely ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha. Featuring a 3-Course Meal Dinner starting at $15 (6-10pm), plus two Happy Hour Sessions (9:30-11pm & 1-2am). Drink Specials: $5 Martini Specials, Heineken Specials, and Cherry Vodka. Table Specials: Complimentary Bottle of NUVO with the purchase of a Grey Goose, Ciroc, Hennessy, Belvedere, or Remy bottle. DJs Blaze and Chi Rizzo spin, while King Kan MC’s. Dinner: 6pm | Party: 9:30pm at OZIO (1813 M St NW). Cover: Ladies FREE (ALL NIGHT) | Fellas FREE (until 11pm) with RSVP: rsvp@usualsuspectz.com (must send by 12-noon on Mar. 27th)!
Skip a Bag, Save the River: You’ve heard about DC’s new 5-cent fee on disposable bags—the nation’s first—with proceeds going to cleanup the Anacostia, one of America’s most polluted and forgotten rivers. How is it working? And why is this river worth saving? Join the DC Green Connection and friends to find out, at this double feature event:
2:30-3:30pm — “Environmental Film Festival Shorts”, Watch two short films (“River of Hope: Welcome to Our City, Mr. President” and “Not a Distant Beast”) on the Anacostia River with VIP seating at Carnegie Institution (1530 P St NW). 4-6pm — “Happy Hour/Discussion”, Sip $3-$5 drinks, meet likeminded Washingtonians and special guests from the District Department of Environment (DDOE), Anacostia Watershed Society (invited) and the DC Trash Runners at Logan Tavern (1423 P St - Across from Wholefoods). Tickets: $7 /DCGC Members, $10 /Non-Members. Special: First 25 guests get a FREE reusable bag, courtesy of DDOE.
Copyright Criminals: A FREE screening of “Copyright Criminals”, a documentary exploring the history and influence of musical sampling. Panel discussion about intellectual property rights and sampling to follow the film. 2pm at The Historical Society of Washington (801 K St NW). Admission: FREE!
Make Your Own Bacon: A four-course class, teaching you the ins and outs of bacon’s infinite applications—from bacon soup to bacon-vanilla gelato. Learn two methods of making your OWN bacon. 12pm at Lia’s (4435 Willard Ave, Chevy Chase). Cost: $55. Call 240-223-5427 to make reservations.
A Fashion Show for Haiti: Fashion-inspired action supported by the Georgetown University Program Board to benefit the Red Cross Haitian Relief Effort. Georgetown stores are donating items for gift bags, providing clothing for the models, and food for the event (Georgetown Cupcakes). 8-11pm at 3700 O St NW. Admission: $10. Call 202-687-4446 for more info. [NO RSVP REQUIRED]
Recess: Host-DC invites you to be a kid again and to experience Recess, the DC area’s first game night for adults mixed with a party atmosphere! Relive some of your youth as attendees will be able to enjoy games (Games: Nintendo Wii, Twister, Uno, and MORE), drinks, discounted rooms, a LIVE DJ (J Buttah) and dance floor! Specialty Drinks: Twistertini (10 cane rum, ground cinnamon, apple juice), Monopolized (premium belvedere orange, x-rated fusion, triple sec, orange juice), Boardwalk Smash (makers mark, muddled lemon wedges, mint, simple syrup). 7pm-1am at Sheraton National Hotel (900 South Orme St, Arlington). Tickets: $10. 21+.
Sari to Skin: A Cross-Cultural One-Woman Show: A powerful one-woman performance featuring Neelam Patel in celebration of Women’s History Month. Empowered Women International is proud to present local writer and performing artist Neelam Patel in her third solo production, entitled “Sari to Skin.” In this new performance, Patel fuses dance and poetry with storytelling to explore the complexity and confusion of her interwoven Indian American experience. A reception to meet the artist and with the opportunity for Q&A will follow the performance. Performance: 7-8pm | Artists Reception: 8-9pm. Convergence (1801 N Quaker Ln, Alexandria). Tickets: $15 /Advance | $20 /At Door. RSVP: Events@ewint.org.
Metro Mambo: Metro Mambo is an increasingly popular series of lecture/performances sponsored by the museum and hosted by WPFW FM D.J Jim Byers which focuses on the Latin music scene in the District of Columbia. This Week: The Rumba Club. Panelists include: Conga drummer Paul Hawkins and DC’s first Mambo bandleader, Hendrick Mitchell followed by the dance party. 2-4pm at Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum (1901 Fort Pl SE). Admission: FREE!
Champagne Diet Party: Featuring all you can drink for LADIES (from 9-11pm), with DJ Who at Mosaic Nightclub & Lounge (4 Market Pl, Baltimore).
La-Tex Party: A “Louisiana vs. Texas” party for the 18+ crowd. DJs Money and Anonymous will spin. Note: Security will be in an abundance. LOVE Nightclub (1350 Okie St NE).
