Shirlington Village: Oktoberfest

Mmm do you smell that? Fall has officially arrived! What better way to spend a sunny 68 degree afternoon than at the 11th Annual Shirlington Oktoberfest, sponsored by Capital City Brewing Co. There will be a selection of over 30 breweries giving out 4 oz samples to attendees. 

Where: Shirlington Village

4001 Campbell Avenue, Arlington

When: Saturday, October 2, 2010

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

(taps close at 6pm)

Cost: $25 for wristband to have samples

Throughout the event there will be an Authentic German band as well as authentic Oktoberfest food. The streets of Shirlington Village will be filled with laughter and music!

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-William Shakespeare-

National Press Club: Stomp the Presses!

Ready for a great night out with wine and beer tastings galore! Well look no further - this weekend the National Press Club is sponsoring it's annual 'Stomp the Presses!' event in Washington D.C.


Who: National Press Club Eric Friedheim National Journalism Library and Bell Wine & Spirits

What: Wine Tasting Benefit

Where: National Press Club Ballroom, 529 14th Street, NW, 13th floor.

When: Friday, October 1st , 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Tickets: $25

You are invited to sample wines from around the world in the elegant National Press Club ballroom while supporting journalism education and training. Experts from Bell Wine & Spirits, the event's sponsor, will guide you as you choose from more than 60 wines, cognacs, beer, and spirits.

With your ticket, you will have an opportunity to taste a wide selection of beverages including Flying Dog Beer, Piper Heidsieck Champagne, and selections from Charles Smith Winery, Cameron Hughes Wines, Jefferson Bourbon and McCallan Scotch. In addition, each attendee will receive a $5 gift certificate to use at Bell Wine and Spirits.

Wines will be available for purchase at the season's absolutely best prices, with a portion of the sales going to the Eric Friedheim National Journalism Library at the National Press Club! It's a perfect time to buy your holiday wine and spirits.

This event sells out early so be sure to purchase tickets in advance. Tickets are available at www.press.org/events/stomp-presses.

For more information, call Joshua Funk at 202-662-7580.

Fashion Night Out: Georgetown DC

Georgetown, DC joins the likes of other renowned fashion destinations such as New York, London and Rodeo Drive in participating as an official regional host of Fashion’s Night Out on September 10, 2010. Join us for an epic evening in DC’s most fashionable neighborhood as over 80 Georgetown stores, restaurants, and salons open for extended hours and host an exciting evening of spectacular, splurge-inspiring fashion events and promotions.

Participating stores/promotions listed here.

Dining specials listed here.

ABOUT FASHION’S NIGHT OUT
Fashion’s Night Out (FNO) is an unprecedented global initiative created to celebrate fashion, restore consumer confidence, boost the industry’s economy, and put the fun back in shopping. For one night last September, in New York City and twelve other cities around the world, designers, celebrities, models, and fashion editors staged exciting, one-of-a-kind events in stores open after-hours to the public. Shoppers were able to see Sarah Jessica Parker singing standards with Oscar de la Renta, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen tending bar, as well as Michael Kors, Justin Timberlake, Kate Hudson, Rihanna and Gwen Stefani (just to name a few) at various stores throughout NYC supporting the industry. Retailers saw a surge of new shoppers and increased sales, while customers relished the street-party atmosphere.

FASHION’S NIGHT OUT 2010: FNO will return to New York City and launch in cities nationwide this year on Friday, September 10, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Last year, in NYC alone, more than 800 participating stores across the five boroughs feted thousands of shoppers who supported the fashion and retail industries — we expect this year’s event to be even bigger and better, with a lot of fun surprises!

CBS SPECIAL: The making of Fashion’s Night Out will be the subject of an hour-long, prime-time special on CBS, Tuesday, September 14, at 10 p.m. EST. Cameras will follow celebrities, designers, editors, and retailers as they prepare for year two of FNO, taking viewers behind the scenes during months of intense planning and tracking the night itself as it unfolds across the globe. This special will also look beyond the glamour to the real-life implications at stake, focusing on the individuals working in all parts of the industry, from salespeople to design staff, for whom the vibrancy of the fashion business is a question of economic survival. You won’t want to miss it!

ABOUT THE GEORGETOWN BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
The Georgetown Business Improvement District (BID) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and enhancing the accessibility, attractiveness and overall appeal of Georgetown. Established in 1999 by its property owners and merchants, the Georgetown BID has more than 1,000 members. The organization is located in the heart of Georgetown in Washington, D.C and sets a standard of excellence in preserving historic charm while meeting contemporary needs. From marketing and special events, to transportation and streetscape, the Georgetown BID contributes to the vitality and quality of life in Georgetown. For more information please visit georgetowndc.com. Follow Georgetown on Twitter: twitter.com/georgetowndc. 


Georgetown was named “Best Neighborhood for Shopping” in Washington, D.C. by Washington City Paper’s 2010 “Best Of” Reader’s Poll. The two-time winner also picked up 12 other wins and nine runners-up including “Best Cupcake” at Georgetown Cupcake, “Best Window Display” at Anthropologie, and runner-up for “Best Clothing Boutique” at Urban Chic.

Wedding Designer Trunk Show: Monique Lhuillier

If you are planning to get hitched soon, plan on coming out to the Monique Lhuillier trunk show! There will be major discounts on some of Lhuillier's most unique gowns. 

What: Sip champagne and get a sneak peek at the 2011 spring line of wedding gowns at Carine’s Bridal Atelier.

Why: Special discounts on ruffled, layered, and flower-laden styles ($2,000 and up) like the Precious and Sophie.

When: Thurs. & Fri., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; 

Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 

Where: 1726 Wisconsin Ave. NW, b/t R & S Sts., 2nd flr. 

Washington D.C. Restaurant Week: August 16-22, 2010

Have you ever thought... "I really would like to go to that restaurant but it's too expensive.."? Starting on Monday, August 16th, D.C. restaurant week will start and you will be able to have lunch and dinner at some of the best restaurants in the city. Some restaurants are offering lunch and dinner specials as well as three course meals. All prices are fixed per person, so there is no breaking the bank at that 5-star restaurant you've always drooled over.


Prices at each Restaurant:
Lunch - $20.10 for three course fixed-price meal
Dinner - $35.10 for three course fixed price meal


OpenTable.com offers free reservations for the list of participating restaurants.

Seafood Happy Hour: Alexandria

If you love sushi and oysters, there are two establishments in Old Town that are sure to please. Is $1.00 cheap enough?

Flying Fish 

Time:

5 - 7:00 p.m.

Special:

Enjoy $1 Sushi and beer and wine specials

Address:

815 King Street, Alexandria, VA

Hank's Oyster Bar

Time:

5 - 6:30 p.m.

Special:

Enjoy $1 oysters plus beer and wine specials

Address:

815 King Street, Alexandria, VA

*Follow the Hanks on twitter here 

 

Alexandria Boutique Events: 3 Days of Fashion

More Daylight, More Time to Shop

Members of The Old Town Boutique District are welcoming summer with three days of sales, gifts and events. Stop by participating stores June 11, 12 and 13 for special discounts, gifts with purchase and other fun.

“These are the longest days of the year,” says Elizabeth Todd, owner of The Shoe Hive. “What better way to use the extra daylight than to shop at one of the region’s coolest shopping destinations?”

Old Town Boutiques Celebrate Summer with 3 Days of Sales, Gifts & Events

The Old Town Boutique District is a collection of 28 independent, locally-owned businesses located within walking distance of each other in historic Alexandria. Located just outside Washington, D.C. and easily accessible to the King Street Metro, these Old Town merchants offer a unique shopping experience. Shoppers can find everything from home décor items, fashion, jewelry, beauty items, children’s apparel and gifts.

Events and discounts include designer trunk shows at The Shoe Hive and The Full Cup, storytimes and craft classes for children at Hooray for Books, pick your own discounts at Monday’s Child and Pink and Brown, discounts on summer clothes at Treat, Gossypia and Apple Seed, free gifts with purchase from Arts Afire, The Christmas Attic and The Little Monogram Shop, free interior design consultations at Red Barn Mercantile, tastings at The Sugar Cube and free coffee at Grape + Bean, and chances to win classes from Fibre SpaceLa Cuisine.

Please click here to view all the participating boutiques as well as a map of the area.

To learn more about the Old Town Boutique District or to join its mailing list, visit www.OldTownBoutiqueDistrict.com