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Bastille Day Gala at the Embassy of France

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The International Club of DC and the Embassy of France co-hosted the Bastille Day gala celebration on Saturday July 10, featuring a grand feast of French cuisine from the French restaurants in DC, music paying homage to Josephine Baker and the roaring twenties in Paris, art, wine, and dance. This made for an unforgettable celebration at the French Embassy to dance the night away and celebrate the birth of French democracy.

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3rd Annual "Affairs of State" Date Auction & Concert

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The Young Professionals in Foreign Policy celebrated Affairs of State: The 3rd Annual YPFP Date Auction and Concert at the City Tavern Club. The event raised money to fund the many wonderful programs that Young Professionals in Foreign Policy offers its membership and featured a live performance by Sick Feed.

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National Capital Barbecue Battle 2010

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One of the top 10 barbecue events in the country celebrated its 18th year. The Safeway National Capital Barbecue Battle was held on June 26 and 27 at Pennsylvania Ave. between 9th and 14th streets, NW, and featured some of best in the BBQ biz competing for prizes. The event also featured live performances from Clones of Funk and the Godfather of D.C. Go-Go, Chuck Brown.

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Mix It Up at Midtown Loft Happy Hour Fundraiser for Capital Partners for Education

Photo Credit:Alfredo Flores, D.C. Entertainment Examiner

Capital Partners for Education (CPE) aims to improve the futures of low-income youth by helping them receive a quality education, graduate from high school, and attend college.

For more information on Capital Partners for Education‏: www.cpfe.org

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The 2nd Annual Ebbitt Block Party

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The 2nd Annual Old Ebbitt Block Party proved they're one of DC's premier street festivals and tastiest cookouts. Fest goers were treated to hours of non-stop musical performances and signature Old Ebbitt Grill food with charitable partner DC Central Kitchen.

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2010 Toast of the Town

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Wine Enthusiast's 2010 Toast of the Town brought together wine lovers for a spectacular evening of fine wine, amazing food, and live jazz music at the National Building Museum. Attendees were able to sample more than 500 of the world's finest wines and spirits. The event also includes signature dishes of 30 of Washington D.C.'s top-rated restaurants.

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Soccer in the Circle 2010

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From the creators of the legendary Facebook-organized snowball fight came a new event: a public viewing party to kick off the 2010 World Cup. Soccer in the Circle took place in Dupont Circle with two big screens on the grass, facing toward the Circle's fountain. Fans of teams from all over the world united to watch all the FIFA action--including the surprising 1-1 result in the England vs. U.S. match.

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DC Jazz Festival Opening Gala

Photo Credit:Alfredo Flores, Washington Life Magazine

All That Jazz: Music adicionados, politicians, and other guests gathered to kick off the highly anticipated DC Jazz Festival with cocktails and a lively musical performance. Teenage pianist Tony Madruga wowed the crowd during the Dizzy Gillespie All-Star performance as did singer Roberta Gambarini - getting the two-week festival started off with a bang.

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Plant a Fish Lunch with Fabien Cousteau‏

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Riverdance Says Farewell at Wolf Trap

Photos by Alfredo Flores NBC 4 Washington's Around Town

In their final stop in the D.C.-area, Riverdance performed at Wolf Trap on Friday evening. Now in its 15th and final year, the show displayed dancers of various genres—tap, flamenco, Irish and Russian, all done with tremendous precision, style and grace.

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Donovan House Rooftop Launch Party

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Summer In The City: The Donovan House's rooftop quickly became a "must-go-to" summer relaxation spot when the hotel opened and retains the same reputation every summer. Guests flocked to the pool re-opening party to enjoy downtown views, signature cocktails, Asian-inspired appetizers, and sizzling DJ sounds while kicking back on large, cushioned chaises. The azure water didn't hurt either. Spotted Christina Wilkie, Fritz Brogan, Jonathan Burns, Freddie Wyatt, and Stephanie Fontnote.

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Taylor Swift Dazzles at Verizon Center

Photos by Alfredo Flores NBC 4 Washington's Around Town

Not too long ago, it was Cap fans who could boast that they were the loudest at Verizon Center. That all changed once a sold-out throng of preteen girls shrieked at the sheer sight of the stage, several minutes prior to the start of Taylor Swift's two-hour set.

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DC Modern Luxury's Photos - GEICO Champions Celebration

Photo Credit:Alfredo Flores, DC Modern Luxury Magazine

On Thursday May 20th guests were treated to a reception and dinner at the Official Residence of His Excellency Jonas Hafstom, the Swedish Ambassador to the United States. The GEICO Champions Celebration in support of the the Junior Tennis Champions Center, benefits GAME ON, which funds scholarships for promising youth from the inner city.
Location: Swedish Residence Washington, DC

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Best of Peru at The Textile Museum

Photo Credit:Alfredo Flores, Washington Life Magazine

Vamos Peru! Some of Peru's top luxury brands gathered to showcase their taste, style, and unique design aesthetic at an exclusive event for WL readers. Guests enjoyed a Macchu Pisco Sour mix-off from mixologists representing Cieba Restaurant (the winner!), Funxion, Mio, The Passenger, and Occasions Caterers; sampled Peruvian-inspired food from Occasions Caterers and Mio Restaurant; viewed luxury alpaca products from Peruvian Connection; The Sandra Jordan Collection, and Alpaca International; saw luxury travel presentations from Orient Express Peru and Hoteles Libertador; learned about Peruvian humanitarian assistance organization Coprodeli; and viewed the amazing collections at the Textile Museum. Entertainment was provided from Kevin Olivera Music. Kelley Cannon Events crafted the perfect ambiance which enabled guests to enjoy this sophisticated and uniquely Peruvian affair.

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2nd Annual Sport for Social Change Awards

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Charity is a Kick: The "beautiful game" got glamorous when several hundred of the area's top athletes, philanthropists, and business leaders joined soccer fans and players (including members of the DC Knights Street Soccer team) to honor the area's top philanthropists. Major Players: As guests enjoyed Italian cuisine from Teatro Goldoni - thanks to Jose Garcia's generous contribution - they heard words of inspiration from Washington Capitals and Wizards owner Ted Leonsis and HELP USA board chairwoman Maria Cuomo Cole. The gala honored sport magnates Sheila Johnson, Fernando Murias, and Darrell Green as well as Zachary Leonsis. The evening raised funds for Street Soccer USA programs that help educated and teach life skills homeless teens and adults via the game of soccer.

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L'Enfant Society's Ball on the Mall 2010

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The L’Enfant Society hosted their Second Annual Ball on the Mall to raise funds for efforts to restore and improve The National Mall. Over 700 people attended the sold-out event that was held in a tent on the National Mall overlooking the U.S. Capitol and Washington Monument. The ball exceeded the L’Enfant Society’s fundraising goals by $130,000 for a total of $350,000 raised. Since its founding in 2008, the L’Enfant Society has raised more than $500,000 for the Trust for the National Mall’s efforts to restore and improve the National Mall.

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Point Foundation’s 2nd Annual Washington DC Reception

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VIP Grand Opening of Buddha Bar-DC

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Enlightened Nightlife: The hotspot with outposts in Paris, Dubai, and New York opened in Washington with a party that actually delivered on the hype. Then again, you can't tempt too many fates with free-flowing Veuve Cliquot, Asian-inspired hor d'oeurves, and lots of eye candy circling the room. The club's dark, cool, international vibe was further enhanced by just the right Euro Lounge Sounds, to say nothing of the enormous statue of the ancient Indian spiritual leader presiding over the scene. Spotted: Annie Gowen, Juleanna Glover and Christopher Reiter, Matt Lauer, Scott Thuman and Oscar Curry

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Wale & D.C. United at RFK Stadium

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D.C. United kicked off their season on April 3 against the New England Revolution. Fans were treated to a performance by Wale before heading into the game.

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Bachelors and Spinsters Ball

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The Committe of Bachlors and Spinsters held the B & S dance at the City Tavern Club. The event included a Grey Goose Eden Lounge, Heineken Beer Garden, Barefoot Bubbly Book and VitaminWater Photo Booth. Music was provided by the Mustangs and a silent auction benefited the TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors) charity that supports families of the fallen.

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The Rock Bottom Remainders in conversation with Sam Donaldson

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Tuaca Body Art Ball Washington, D.C. Fur Nightclub Photos

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Sunday, April 11, 2010

Tuaca Body Art Ball Washington, D.C. Fur Nightclub Photos

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A few shots from the Tuaca Body Art Ball at Fur Nightclub in Washington, D.C. The event was hosted by Tuaca Italian Liqueur and the Tuaca Body Art Ball show that is similar to a Cirque du Soleil performance.

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Alicia Keys at Verizon Center

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You can’t fault the fans at Verizon Center for going a bit stir crazy minutes before Alicia Keys took center stage. The rumors that persisted pre-show came true as First Lady Michelle Obama and daughters Malia and Sasha took their seats, and the pandemonium began. The mood subdued just a bit as Keys emerged from two giant screen video boards, locked in a cage, yearning to break free. Her personal demons keeping her trapped in the intro for “Love is Blind,” and she broke loose from her inner prison with “You Don't Know My Name” to start off the D.C. leg of Key’s aptly named “Freedom Tour”. These powerful uplifting ballads are indicative of why Keys has become one of the top R&B artists of all-time, having sold over 30 million albums worldwide. Opening for Keys was R&B crooner Robin Thicke.

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Embassy Chef Challenge 2010

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BON APPETIT!: Chefs from numerous embassies demonstrated their culinary expertise to a panel of celebrity judges, whipping up their most impressive hors d'oeurves for a crowd of 350 hungry guests--including Qatari diplomat Mohammed Al-Madadi--who also got to experience a silent auction featuring exclusive tours, restaurant meals, and other unique offerings donated by embassy participants and other contributors. The event benefited Cultural Tourism D.C., a non-profit organization that invites people to celebrate and experience Washington's unique heritage.

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Oscar Night D.C.

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Supporters of the American Red Cross attended Oscar Night D.C. at the National Museum of Women in the Arts, the area's only official Academy-sanctioned viewing party. The fun-filled evening included a silent auction, a red carpet and real time Oscar coverage. A diverse group of members of Congress, the corporate sector, the philanthropic community, DC's fashionistas and movie buffs came together to celebrate the American art of cinema. The emcee of the party was WJLA 7 reporter Pamela Brown and the event was covered live by WJLA's Arch Campbell. Oscar Night D.C. benefited the American Red Cross National Capital Region.

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Jay-Z at Verizon Center

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It’s no secret that President Obama cites Jay-Z as one of his favorite musicians, so you can’t fault HOVA for starting his set a few minutes tardy. “I just came from the White House!" he boasted towards the end of his electrifying two-hour set at a sold-out Verizon Center. And Jay-Z put on a show worthy of such swagger, continuously leaning back, holding his arm out to calm the excited crowd down, and smiling as his fans literally shouted out every lyric from the hit songs that have made him one of the most successful rap artists off all time—40 million albums sold and 10 Grammy Awards and counting. So it was apropos that Jigga started off the night with “Run This Town”—a claim he can brag about in every city he steps into.

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Backstage with Los Amigos Invisibles

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Los Amigos Invisibles are some of New York City’s most beloved rockers. Their performance-oriented Latin dance rock is heavily influenced by their native Venezuela’s gozadero music (which comes from the Spanish for ‘gozar’—to enjoy). And enjoy is what the crowd did at the Black Cat, grooving to the heavy funk, disco, and acid jazz that has made Los Amigos one of the most respected live acts in the U.S. Their 2009 album “Comercial” garnered Amigos their very first Grammy award. Opening for Amigos is D.C.-based trio Thunderball—consisting of Sid Barcelona, Steve Raskin and Rob Myers (who also plays sitar and guitar for Thievery Corporation). Check out Metromix's pictures of these amigos backstage and on stage.

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Black Eyed Peas at Verizon Center

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Over-the-top show delivered a visually stunning performance to D.C. fans.

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Thievery Corporation at the 9:30 Club

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It all started at Dupont Circle’s famed Eighteenth Street Lounge, where a young Rob Garza met with owner Eric Hilton to discuss musical influences and tastes. Hilton was a veteran DJ of the D.C. nightlife scene, and Garza was a rising star. That chance meeting led to the formation of the world-famous Thievery Corporation that set off a string of hit records, sold-out stadium tours worldwide, collaborations with the likes of rock legends Perry Farrell, David Byrne and the Flaming Lips, and recently five-sold out shows at the venerable 9:30 Club in the DJ-duo’s hometown Washington, D.C. Hilton and Garza have always embraced the international culture and music found in D.C. and their music reflects that, with songs sung by their collaborating artists in English, Spanish, French, Persian, Portuguese, Romanian and Hindi. Their live shows also reflect on the multi-cultural nature of the band, with a diverse set of musicians rotating in-and-out of the 9:30 Club’s stage to perform various musical genres. Among the local musicians on stage were Rootz and Zee from reggae band See-I, guitarist Rob Myers from Fort Knox Five, as well as local salsa performer Verny Varela. Here are images from a wonderful weekend full of great music, electic performances and good vibes.