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Kim Waters Live at Blues Alley
Saxophonist, composer and producer Kim Waters will be performing live at Blues Alley on February 27 through March 1, 2020.
Waters has enjoyed a career longevity that is rare in the music business. For close to two decades has been one of the premier architects of Urban Smooth Jazz and a beacon of light in contemporary jazz. He has garnered praise from critics and fans alike, amassing record sales of over a million albums and ranks among the top five best-selling instrumentalists in jazz. Kim Waters’ music has fine-tuned the perfect combination of sensitivity and brawn, intellect and emotion and technique and soulfulness.
Kim Waters is the epitome of cool. The Washington Post says the model-handsome and charming saxophonist is "like a romantic pied piper out on a long evening stroll...he has a flair for composing seductive melodies" while JazzTimes Magazine hails Waters"" sax stylings as "effortlessly expressive."
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Enslaved at the Georgetown Hotel: Three Generations of the Clarke Family Feb 27th
The City Tavern Preservation Foundation will present a special program on Thursday, February 27, 2020, at 6:30 PM given by Yvette LaGonterie: Enslaved at the Georgetown Hotel: Three Generations of the Clarke Family.
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Yvette LaGonterie
Ms. LaGonterie has retired from a 37-year federal career where she held senior positions in immigration policy and operations, international affairs, and homeland security. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of Reading Partners DC, a literacy organization that provides one-to-one tutoring to over 950 District of Colombia grade school students. She is also a Reading Partners tutor. Ms. LaGonterie earned a B.A. in Mass Communications, with a minor in African American History, and a Master’s degree in public administration.
In her retirement, she is pursuing her interest in African-American history and genealogy by undertaking research on behalf of her extended family, connecting them with the historic building located at 3206 M Street NW, currently the home of the City Tavern Club.
The City Tavern Preservation Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization established for the purpose of the historic preservation of the City Tavern building in Georgetown and for the provision of education and access to all.
The City Tavern Association was formed in 1959 as a private Club by several prominent Washingtonians to save this historically significant building from destruction by purchasing the building located at 3206 M Street and undertaking a full restoration of the 1796 tavern.
Reservations are required. Please email membership@CityTavernClubdc.org to secure a place.
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Georgetown Public Safety Meeting Feb. 24th
Join the Citizens Association of Georgetown (CAG) for their next Community Meeting on Public Safety to be held at 6:30 Monday, February 24th at The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown.
Linda Bailey, DDOT Director, Vision Zero Office, will be the key speaker. Ms. Bailey will discuss the city's overall approach to transportation safety, particularly for pedestrians, bicycles and scooters. You e will also learn Vision Zero's history and current efforts to meet goals as well as what Georgetown can do to improve safety for all.
During the reception from 6:30 to 7:00 pm, CAG Co-Chairs Public Safety Program, Richard Hinds and John Rentzepis, will be there to talk one-on-one with residents regarding CAG's Public Safety Program which includes nightly security officer patrols, Block Captain network, proprietary security cameras and a public education campaign "Be Secure... Not Sorry" to deter thefts from autos in Georgetown.
Following the reception, the program begins promptly at 7:00 pm and ends at 8:00 pm.
Thanks to the Ritz-Carlton Georgetown for supporting our community!
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March is Orchid Month at Hillwood
Get an intimate look at Hillwood’s greenhouse with the experts throughout Orchid Month in March.
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Marjorie Post constructed greenhouses to hold her extensive collection of exotic orchids, as well as cut flowers grown for floral arrangements throughout the mansion.
Explore the greenhouse to learn about Post’s infatuation with orchids, and the exotic blooms and fragrances on display now.
Tickets are distributed at the visitor center upon opening each day. A limited number of tickets may be pre-reserved by phone by Hillwood members.
This twenty-minute tour is limited to ten, and meets in the visitor center conservatory.
Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens is located at 4155 Linnean Ave NW.
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On Breaking the Retirement Mold at St. John's Church Feb. 27th
Georgetown Village will be hosting Breaking the Retirement Mold on February 27 at 6:00 pm at St. John's Episcopal Church in Georgetown.
Seniors today are living healthier and longer, presenting them with more opportunities to continue to work after full-time employment and finding new ways to contribute to their communities.
Join them for a panel moderated by Georgetown Village Board Member Bill Plante, to include Jewell Vinson of AARP; Barbara Hall, Georgetown Village Board Member and Carol Kelly, Georgetown Village Board member, who have reinvented their lives and will share their experiences.
Registration is required at 202.999.8988 or lynn@georgetown-village.org.
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89th Georgetown House Tour April 25th
Since 1931, the Georgetown House Tour has raised millions to support charities that serve those in need in Georgetown and beyond. This year’s event will include an interactive discussion & book signing with Waterworks Co-Founder Barbara Sallick & award-winning D.C. Architect Christian Zapatka.
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On Saturday, April 25, 2020, St. John’s Episcopal Church will host the 89th Georgetown House Tour, believed to be the oldest, most celebrated house tour in the country. This annual event, attracting more than 1,600 guests each year, gives locals and out-of-towners alike the opportunity to visit historic homes in a variety of styles.
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Some exceptional homes and landmarks will be presented this year. Highlighting the character of historic houses improved with modern design and architecture, these houses offer a snapshot into the evolution of domestic architecture in Georgetown.
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The self-guided tour begins at St. John’s Church where visitors will receive a House Tour Magazine complete with an interactive map and historic information about each property. Attendees will also receive complimentary admission to The Parish Tea, which will be held in Blake Hall at the historic St. John’s Church, from 2:00 pm. to 5:00 pm. and a Panel Discussion & Book Signing with Barbara Sallick, which will also be held at St. John’s Church at 3 p.m.
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Barbara Sallick is the co-founder of Waterworks, the premier luxury kitchen and bath brand, and the company’s senior vice president of design. She is also the author of several books and will be on-hand to discuss and sign copies of her just-released book, The Perfect Kitchen (2020), alongside special guest Architect Christian Zapatka.
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Advanced tickets are $55 per person, $45 per person for group tickets of 10 or more, and available for purchase here. Tickets may also be purchased at St. John's Epsicopal Church two days before and the day of the tour for $60 per prson at 3240 O Street in Georgetown.
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Chocolate and Wine Tasting at Dumbarton House
Just in Time for Valentine's Day!
Spend February 13th from 7:00 to 8:30 pm at Dumbarton House with artisan chocolatier Jenny White of Swoon Chocolates. Learn about the origins of chocolate in American food culture with Dumbarton House’s new exhibition, Pick Your Poison. Then enjoy a curated tasting of small batch, exclusive chocolates with globally inspired flavors complimented by federal period style wines.
Each ticket includes a sweet gift to take home.
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Free Film on Françoise Sagan at French Embassy
As part of the film series Vies d’Artistes, the Cultural Services of the French Embassy presents a screening of the film Sagan on February 25, 2020 starting at 7:00 pm.
One of Dianne Kurys's exceptional films, Sagan features the life of the renowned French author, Françoise Sagan, interpreted by Sylvie Testud. In 1958, Françoise Sagan was 28 years when her debut novel “Bonjour Tristesse” made her rich and famous.
Starting from the writer’s road to fame, the movie explores Sagan’s hedonistic lifestyle, from her drug use and alcoholism to her gambling and complex love affairs.
In French with English subtitles.
FREE ADMISSION
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SECURITY RULES: Each person attending the event must have a ticket registered in their name and a government-issued ID that matches the name on the reservation in order to enter the Embassy.
No need to print your ticket, but no one will be admitted without reservation and proper ID.
Due to strict security measures, please arrive on time, doors will be closed at 7 p.m. sharp. Please allow extra time for security screening.
Limited street parking available on Reservoir Road. Taxi, ridesharing or public transportation encouraged.
La Maison Française - Embassy of France is located at 4101 Reservoir Road, NW.
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Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet at Dumbarton
Enjoy an evening of classical music, Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Dumbarton United Methodist Church (3133 Dumbarton Street in Georgetown) starting at 8:00 pm.
The Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet is one of the few existing ensembles of this instrumentation, in contrast to the more usual configuration, the string Quartet. This ensemble has existed as a Berlin Philharmonic chamber music ensemble since 1985, and unites three permanent members of the orchestra, concertmaster Daniel Stabrawa, violist Matthew Hunter, and cellist Knut Weber, with renowned concert pianist Markus Groh.
The four musicians are committed to representing the standard repertoire of classical, romantic, and modern works.
FRANK BRIDGE (1879-1941) Phantasy Quartet
DANNY ELFMAN (b. 1953) Piano Quartet
RICHARD STRAUSS (1864-1949) Piano Quartet
Tickets ordered within 7 days of the performance will be held at the box office: please do not select the mailing option.
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All programs and dates are subject to change.
Seniors must be 65 or older. | All sales are final. No refunds. No exchanges.
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Celebrate Georgetown's Little Folks at Annual Gala Nov. 1
The Little Folks School, an arts-focused preschool in Georgetown is marking their 47th anniversary with an Annual Gala on November 1, 2019.
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Head of the school, James Gilroy tells The Georgetown Dish, “Little Folks is an extraordinary school for our youngest learners. I'm fortunate to be a part of a teaching community that puts the child at the center of their work each and every day. The warm, safe, and engaging classrooms are vibrant with enthusiasm, laughter, and curiosity. I have the pleasure of welcoming our students, parents, and care givers each morning with a hug, handshake, or high-five, a true highlight of my day. We stay true to our philosophy of allowing children to learn, play, create, and explore."
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The Gala helps raise money to support facility upgrades and maintenance, financial aid, and professional staff development. Recent improvements include new flooring in the classrooms, repainting of the building, and new windows.
The school’s philosophy is rooted in commitment to the needs of the whole child and follows a curriculum focused on students developing a sense of independence, cooperation, and responsibility. Through their mixed-age classes, they support an atmosphere where students learn from one another, explore the world around them, and solve problems creatively while discovering their unique interests, talents, needs, and skills.
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You may often see little ones walking up Q Street to Volta Park or up Wisconsin Avenue to the library. With their students coming from all over the DC Metro area, their community continues to grow and extend past their walls on Q Street.
To instill a sense of greater community, Little Folks has established a tradition of giving back through community service as part of the school curriculum. These efforts include: a monthly “Sandwich Patrol,” providing food for the homeless, an annual food drive through So Others Might Eat (SOME) and creating 100 holiday gifts bags for homeless children through the Early Learning Center at Martha’s Table in Southeast, DC .
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Little Folks School at 3247 Q Street in Georgetown
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