Events

Sunday, May 20 2012

Wheelchair Accessibility

Other

Sunday, May 20 @ 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Barnes and Noble Booksellers Clarendon Market Commons

Popular local bands perform acoustic remixes of their work at Market Common Clarendon every Thursday 6-8 pm beginning June 7, through August 30: June 07, LLoyd Dobler Effect June 14, Rew Smith June 21, Josh Burgess June 28, Jason Masi July 05, Willem Dicke July 12, Silent Critics July 19, Dave Tieff July 26, Jon Kaplan August 02, Brian Franke August 09, Gary Smallwood August 16, LLoyd Dobler Effect August 23, Josh Burgess August 30, Men with Two Glasses. For further information, please call...

Wednesday, May 23 2012

eBook & eReader Workshop

Books, Poetry, Literature, Other

Wednesday, May 23 @ 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Event Type: Library Event Date: 5/23/2012 Start Time: 11:00 AM End Time: 12:00 PM Description: For All Ages. Need help downloading ebooks to your eReader or a mobile device? Bring in your device and get your questions answered at this free workshop. Library card recommended.Library: Burke Branch Library

Scotch & Bourbon Grand Tasting at Bell Wine and Spirits

Other, Food

Wednesday, May 23 @ 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
1821 M Street NW Washington, DC 20036 (above Bell's Wine & Spirits)

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Come join Bell for our first Scotch and Bourbon tasting. We will featuring over 20 scotches and bourbons, including Balvenie, Willett, Old Pulteney, High West and many more.Entrance fee is $10 to taste all of the featured spirits and yes, you will drink your money's worth. Please feel free to r[...] 202-223-4727

Thursday, May 24 2012

Arlington: Team Pike West Team Meeting

Other, Politics

Thursday, May 24 @ 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
OFA-VA Arlington HQ

Join fellow South-Arlington Obama supporters as we make plans for the Pike West Team (includes 4-Mile Run, Fairlington, Shirlington, Abingdon and Claremont precincts)!

World Short Story Discussion Group

Other, Books, Poetry, Literature

Thursday, May 24 @ 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Event Type: Literary Group - Book Club Date: 5/24/2012 Start Time: 7:00 PM End Time: 8:30 PM Description: We will be discussing stories from the book "Other Voices, Other Vistas" edited by Barbara Solomon. Library: Burke Branch Library

Saturday, May 26 2012

Wheelchair Accessibility

Fundraisers & Causes, Other

Saturday, May 26 @ 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
The Gallery at Del Ray Artisans

The 4th Annual Yard Sale at Del Ray Artisans is a fundraiser for the ongoing needs that keep our fantastic gallery running smoothly. This FREE event will take place, rain or shine, inside the Del Ray Artisans gallery at the Nicholas A. Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22301, on Saturday, May 26 from 8am to 2pm. The event is open to the public and is handicap accessible.Start your spring-cleaning now and clean out the attic, garage, and basement. Everyone is...

Sunday, May 27 2012

Arlington Metro East Team Meeting

Other, Politics

Sunday, May 27 @ 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Kip and Erica's Apt

We will have just completed an incredible week of events for and with Obama. Now we must plan ahead for the next stage of the OFA Team Metro East.

Monday, May 28 2012

Wheelchair Accessibility

Other

Monday, May 28 @ 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Capt. Rocky Versace Plaza & Vietnam Veterans' Memorial

Memorial Day Ceremony at the Capt. Rocky Versace Plaza, beginning at 11 AM. The Del Ray community in Alexandria will host a program to honor Capt. "Rocky" Versace (posthumous Medal of Honor Recipient & MIA) and the 66 other Alexandrians who were KIA/MIA during the Vietnam War. The Program will include reading the names of the 67 heroes, a Tribute to Capt. Rocky Versace written by his fellow POW, COL James N. "Nick" Rowe (USMA 1960), a guest speaker, a wreath laying, playing...

Friday, June 1 2012

Art on the Edge (art exhibit)

Arts & Crafts, Other

Friday, June 1 @ 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
The Gallery at Del Ray Artisans

June 01, 2012 to June 24, 2012 (Every Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday) Recurring weekly on Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Times: Thursday noon-6 p.m.; Friday noon-9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday noon-6 p.m. This all-DC area “edgy” art show breaks boundaries, daring artists to “go beyond the fringe” to explore edges of the unfamiliar, and celebrate the journey. ART ON THE EDGE opening reception is on Friday, June 1 from 7-10 p.m. Exhibit runs through June 24 at the Del...

Sunday, June 3 2012

Wine Fundamentals Certificate Level 1 & Level 2 (WFCL1/2)

Other, Food

Sunday, June 3 @ 10:00 am to 11:00 am
The Art Institute of Washington

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Wine & Spirits education certificates leading to entrance into Sommelier diploma certification. Classes run once a week for a total of 12 weeks in duration.[...] 866-412-0464

Wednesday, June 6 2012

St. Jude Summer Hope at Michel Richard Citronelle

Food, Other

Wednesday, June 6 @ 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Michel Ricard Citronelle

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Spot it, Sport it, Support St. JudeMichel Richard Citronelle The Latham Hotel Saks Fifth AvenueWednesday, June 6, 2012 Join Michel Richard Citronelle at The Latham Hotel for an evening of fashion, food and fun to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. MyDCStyle's April Jones[...] 703.351.5171

Speed Dating With Style + Free Drink

Food, Other, Social, Singles, Nightlife

Wednesday, June 6 @ 7:30 pm to 9:29 pm
Topaz

If you’re single and social but can’t seem to meet the right person, then this is the event for you! FastLife organises hip, thoughtfully planned lifestyle events that make it easy to meet likeminded singles. Just follow the link to save $10 off, so only $39.95! Age of Women => 30-39; Age of Men => 34-44

Thursday, June 14 2012

Total Library Service Management - Briefing and Cocktail Hour

Sales, Other

Thursday, June 14 @ 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
AMA Executive Conference Center

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Total Library Service Management:The Library Management Approach for Future SuccessTLSM is a new framework for the management of library services that focuses on service delivery and continual service improvement. TLSM defines a process for developing strategies and service offerings in a way that can be easily presented to both management and internal teams to obtain the buy-in needed for successful implementation.Come learn more about:How to align library and research strategies with the...

Saturday, June 16 2012

The Dupont Market Fair

Nature, Other, Festivals

Saturday, June 16 @ 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
St. Luke's Episcopal Church

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DC Marketplace is holding their big summer event - June 16 (rain date June 30th) to be held in the Dupont area 14 street right next to whole foods..can’t get any better then that!! The Dupont Market Fair will be multi-sponsored with a variety of vendors, artisan, foodies, crafters, antique,collectors,etc. A regional antique appraiser is planning to be onsite to appraise your found treasures. If you are a vendor, please go online to www.dc-marketplace.com or contact Chef Kenac 571-432-...

Monday, June 25 2012

Books the Magic Is Real

Books, Poetry, Literature, Other

Monday, June 25 @ 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Event Type: Children's Story Time Date: 6/25/2012 Start Time: 7:00 PM End Time: 7:45 PM Description: For all ages. Marvel at Joe Romano's magic show. Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult at the program.Library: Burke Branch Library

Tuesday, June 26 2012

Basic Computer Class

Books, Poetry, Literature, Other, Science & Technology, Conferences, Conventions

Tuesday, June 26 @ 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Event Type: Computer Class Date: 6/26/2012 Start Time: 4:00 PM End Time: 5:00 PM Description: Come learn about computer basics. The class will cover computer hardware/software, mouse and keyboard, working with windows, and an overview of searching for basic information on the internet. Call the Burke Information Desk to register at 703-746-1704 x3.Library: Burke Branch Library

Wine & Spirit Education Trust - Advanced Certification - Jay Youmans MW

Food, Other

Tuesday, June 26 @ 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
1821 M Street NW Washington, DC 20036 (above Bell's Wine & Spirits)

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Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET)Advanced Certificate Level 3 Instructors:Ray O'Mara CWE, AIWS Tim O'Hare CS, CWEJay Youmans CWE, MW 11 weeks 3 hrs per week $1250The Advanced Certificate Level 3 course provides a detailed and intense survey of the wines and spirits of the world. [...] 301-467-7927

Thursday, June 28 2012

World Short Story Discussion Group

Books, Poetry, Literature, Other

Thursday, June 28 @ 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Event Type: Literary Group - Book Club Date: 6/28/2012 Start Time: 7:00 PM End Time: 8:30 PM Description: We will be discussing stories from the book "Other Voices, Other Vistas" edited by Barbara Solomon. Library: Burke Branch Library

Thursday, July 5 2012

Speed Dating With Style + Free Drink

Food, Other, Social, Singles, Nightlife

Thursday, July 5 @ 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Chi-Cha Lounge

If you’re single and social but can’t seem to meet the right person, then this is the event for you! FastLife organises hip, thoughtfully planned lifestyle events that make it easy to meet likeminded singles. Just follow the link to save $10 off, so only $39.95! Age of Women => 22-32; Age of Men => 25-35

Monday, July 16 2012

Wine and Spirit Education Trust Level 2 Intermediate Summer Intensive

Other, Food

Monday, July 16 @ 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Washington Wine Academy Education Center

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IntermediateWashington Wine Academy's most popular certification class, the WSET Intermediate class and addresses basic viticulture, winemaking, and the regions of Europe, Australia, New Zealand, South America, South Africa, and North America. In addition, you will be taught the WSET systemati[...] 703-971-1525

Friday, July 20 2012

Travel Lovers Speed Dating + Free Drink

Food, Other, Social, Singles, Nightlife

Friday, July 20 @ 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Topaz

Exchange adventure stories with sexy singles at this worldly event!You don’t have to be a serial globetrotter to attend, all you need is an interest in checking out what the rest of the world has to offer. Just follow the link to save $10 off, so only $39.95! Age of Women => 27-37; Age of Men => 29-39

Saturday, August 11 2012

Arlington Democrats Monthly Breakfast

Other, Politics

Saturday, August 11 @ 8:30 am to 9:30 am
Bus Boys and Poets

This is a very social event. Please join us for breakfast and conversations. We have a brief guest speaker but mostly we just have breakfast together and talk about things like electing more Democrats and reelecting President Obama. Please bring cash as we get one big bill for our breakfast orders.

Monday, October 1 2012

Sud de France Master-Level 2-Day Course

Other, Food

Monday, October 1 @ 9:30 am to 10:30 am
1821 M Street NW Washington, DC 20036 (above Bell's Wine & Spirits)

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Join Matthew Stubbs MW for a two-day intensive Master-Level course on the wines of Languedoc-Roussillon on October 1-2, 2012The Sud de France Master-Level program is an official course of study designed for the wine trade on the wines of the Languedoc-Roussillon. The program has been created jointl[...] 2026008022

Wine Fundamentals Certificate Level 1 & Level 2 (WFCL1/2)

Other, Food

Monday, October 1 @ 10:00 am to 11:00 am
The Art Institute of Washington

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Wine & Spirits education certificates leading to entrance into Sommelier diploma certification. Classes run once a week for a total of 12 weeks in duration.[...] 866-412-0464

Saturday, October 13 2012

Date 4A Cure

Politics, Other, Fundraisers & Causes

Saturday, October 13 @ 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Strayer University: Washington Campus

Date: 10/13/2012Time: 07:00 pm - 11:00 pm On August 31, 1998 God added a beautiful flower to his garden Mrs. Gail N. O'Rourke-Smith who lost her battle to Breast Cancer. In honor of her fight and legacy, Virginia M. Smith (Gails daughter, right) and Britney J. Canidate (left) created a group called Gails Angels, and walked 39.3 miles in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer in Washington D.C. on April 30-May 1, 2011. Together the two united with other volunteers to help alter the lives of...

Monday, April 15 2013

DC Public Charter School Board Meeting

Other

Monday, April 15 @ 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Board headquarters

The Board holds its monthly meetings every third Monday, unless that Monday falls on a holiday. Interested community members are encouraged to attend. Sponsor: DC Public Charter School Board Check out the PCSB Site for more detail. Directions: Nearest Metro: Green line - U Street/Cardoza

Tuesday, April 23 2013

Mount Pleasant Neighborhood Alliance

Other

Tuesday, April 23 @ 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Mt. Pleasant Neighborhood

Mount Pleasant Neighborhood Alliance monthly meeting is held the 4th Tuesday of each month. Please contact us for location at mpna@mtpleasantdc.org.Sponsor: Mount Pleasant Neighborhood Alliance Mount Pleasant Neighborhood Alliance