Wednesday, February 2 – Sunday, February 6, The National Theatre of Scotland presents Black Watch, a show by Gregory Burke about what it is like to be a soldier in Iraq. Held at the Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Harman Hall, 610 F St. NW. Tickets: $40-$85/person, info.
Wednesday, February 2 from 5:30 – 7:00 PM, join Atlas Corps (www.atlascorps.org) for an Epic Celebration of Service at Lupe Mexican Cantina, 1214 18th St NW. Come highlight Atlas Corps Class 4, which completes a year of service in March. Open to the public, rsvp.
Wednesday, February 2 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, join DC Food Bloggers for its February 2011 Happy Hour at Indique Heights, 2 Wisconsin Ave. Chevy Chase. Free and open to the public, drink specials available – info.
Wednesday, February 2 from 6:30 – 8:30 PM, join The Washington Ballet’s Jeté Society for the Beer and Ballet Mixer at its studios, 3515 Wisconsin Ave NW. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at one of TWB's upcoming professional ballets; one-on-one opportunity with TWB dancers; and a catered reception in the Fannie Mae Gallery. Tickets: $25/non-Jeté Society members and $15/members – tickets.
Wednesday, February 2 from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, the National Geographic Museum is opening the newest exhibition, America I AM: The African America Imprint, 1145 17th St. NW. Take a journey through trials and triumphs while exploring nearly 500 years of African American contributions the USA. Tickets: $12/adults, $10/members/military/seniors/students ; $6/children. Open through May 1, info.
Wednesday, February 2-5 from 6:00 – 10:00 PM, join visit the third annual Crystal Couture at fashion hot spot Crystal City Shops, 1750 Crystal Drive. Enjoy a rocking runway space and more than 20 fabulous fashion boutiques and designers. Tonight’s highlight: local celebrity and America’s Next Top Model contestant, Bianca Chardei hosts for the evening. Free and open to the public, info.
Wednesday, February 2 – Sunday, February 6, Jean Michel Restaurant on Old Georgetown Road in the Wildwood Shopping Center will remain open one extra week; it’s your last chance to eat at this iconic restaurant.
Thursday, February 3 from 5-8:30 PM, enjoy music, art, and a cash bar at Phillips After 5 at The Phillips Collection, 1600 21st St. NW. Event includes local artists highlighting their relationship with The Phillips Collection, gallery talk, and a tasting. Tickets: $12, info.
Thursday, February 3 from 6:00 – 10:00 PM, join artists, technologists, entrepreneurs and philosophers as they bring their unique and creative ideas about DC to Ignite DC #6 at Town Danceboutique, 2009 8th St. NW. Ticket includes drink and a snack. Tickets: $15, info.
Thursday, February 3 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM, join the Young Consultants of DC for a New Year, New Members Happy Hour at One Lounge, 1606 20th St. NW. Catch up with old friends and expand your network. Drink specials. Benefitting YCDC & Facilitating Leadership in Youth (FLY). $5 suggested donation, register.
Thursday, February 3-5 from 6:00 – 10:00 PM, visit the third annual Crystal Couture at fashion hot spot Crystal City Shops, 1750 Crystal Drive. Enjoy a rocking runway space and more than 20 fabulous fashion boutiques and designers. Tonight’s highlight: DC Magazine’s Editor in Chief Karen Sommer Shallet emcees. Free and open to the public, info
Thursday, February 3, from 9-12 pm join Clinton Portis and Young Professionals in Foreign Policy (YPFP) at George in Georgetown for The Art of Courtship, a date raffle. In addition to the 8 dates, winners will also receive a $100 gift certificate to local DC restaurants.
Thursday, February 3 from 7:00 – 9:00 PM, visit the Kick-Off Party: Fashion for Paws 2011 Model Fundraising at Teatro Goldoni, 1909 K St NW. Marking the start of the 8 week fundraising competition that the F4P models will participate in leading up to the main show on April 9th. $20 suggested donation includes appetizers and drink discounts; $5 valet parking – rsvp.
Friday, February 4 from 5:00 – 10:00 PM, visit the Winter Rooftop Ice Bar at the Donovan House Hotel, 1155 14th Street NW. Now until February 26th, on Friday and Saturday evenings from 5-10pm at one of DC’s outdoor fire pits, drink specials served on a hand-carved ice bar, info
Friday, February 4 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM, support the Caps Go Red campaign at a benefit happy hour hosted by BlackFinn American Saloon, 1620 I Street NW. Complimentary heart healthy hors d'oeuvres, dark chocolate covered strawberries, and the chance to win a tiffany’s necklace! $10 donation / $5 if you're wearing red, www.blackfinndc.com.
Friday, February 4-5 from 6:00 – 10:00 PM, join visit the third annual Crystal Couture at fashion hot spot Crystal City Shops, 1750 Crystal Drive. Enjoy a rocking runway space and more than 20 fabulous fashion boutiques and designers. Tonight’s highlight: DJ Sarah Fraser from HOT 99.5 gives voice to Friday’s special Go Red for Women night, raising awareness for heart disease. Free and open to the public, info.
Saturday, February 5 beginning at 7:00 PM, join The Washington Wizards as they take on the Atlanta Hawks at the Verizon Center . A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. The first 50 people to purchase a ticket at $27+ will receive a Wizards hat; and anyone who purchases a ticket at $50+ will have the opportunity to shoot a foul shot at the end of the game. Enter offer code ALA to donate – www.verizoncenter.com/wiz/ala.
Saturday, February 5 from 7:00 – 9:00 PM, join Paradise Springs Winery for "Superbowl of Wine" at 13219 Yates Ford Rd, Clifton, VA. Come sample 5 wines from Paradise Springs vs 5 wines from around the world and learn what makes VA unique as a wine making region. Reservations required at 703-830-9463. $20 per person. www.ParadiseSpringsWinery.com
Saturday, February 5 from 9:30 PM-2 AM, FYM Productions presents Cryfest at the Black Cat, 1811 14th St. NW. The theme is The Cure vs. The Smiths, so dance the night away with DJ Steve EP, DJ Missguided, Killa K, and Krasty McNasty. Tickets: $10. Info: http://www.blackcatdc.com/shows/cryfest.html
Saturday, February 5 from 6:00 – 10:00 PM, visit the last night of Crystal Couture at fashion hot spot Crystal City Shops, 1750 Crystal Drive. Enjoy a rocking runway space and more than 20 fabulous fashion boutiques and designers. The closing of Couture goes out with a bang as The Scene Bisnow hosts the final bash. Free and open to the public, info
Saturday, February 5 from 7:00 – 9:00 PM, join Paradise Springs Winery for "Superbowl of Wine" at 13219 Yates Ford Rd, Clifton, VA. Come sample 5 wines from Paradise Springs vs 5 wines from around the world and learn what makes VA unique as a wine making region. Reservations required at 703-830-9463. $20/ person. www.ParadiseSpringsWinery.com
Saturday, February 5 from 2:00 – 5:30 PM, visit “First Impressions,” a Pre-Valentine’s Day Speed Dating Event at Ulah Bistro, 1214 U Street NW. Hosted by the Bachelor’s Ashley Elmore. $15/person, benefits Culture Shock DC Dance Group – info.
Sunday, February 6 beginning at 5:00 PM, visit L2 Lounge for the Ultimate Super Bowl Viewing Party—televised on multiple large screen projectors - 3315 Cady’s Alley, NW. Enjoy signature cocktails while lamb nachos, organic beef chili, bratwursts and mussels. Free and open to the public, 202. 965. 2001 or info.
Tuesday, February 8 from 6:30-9:30 PM, join The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training program at Whitlow’s on Wilson for a night of Rock’N’Roll! Guests will enjoy live music, complimentary appetizers, drink specials and prizes and learn more about the TNT Summer Season – including the DODGE Rock’N’Roll San Diego Marathon & ½ To Benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Musical performance by local band The Blue Line. Free, www.teamintrwining.org/nca.
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