Happenings
April 11th – April 18th 2018
Hello friends!! Join us every Wednesday for the events not to miss in the coming weeks. While our google calendar is great, sometimes events can get lost in the sauce. So here are some events we are excited for in the coming week!!
Make sure you check out our upcoming happy hour – Building Connections: A Creative Power Hour
Commerce Squared: Trending Globally
Who: The Atlantic
What: Around the world, consumer spending is undergoing sweeping change. Driven by evolving tastes, shifting economies and emerging technologies, we are seeing the rise of a new global consumer. Convenience, efficiency, seamlessness and authenticity are just some of the factors that customers look for when making purchases. A mobile-first mentality has not only contributed to this shift, but has also paved the way for developing countries to interact with the global community. Consumers are more connected than ever before. In a series of conversations, The Atlantic will bring together leading stakeholders across industries, including business, government, technology and academia, to explore the future of global trends. How has the mobile-first mentality redefined the consumer experience? How are technology and changing trends bringing new people to the global marketplace? What are the consequences and benefits of a more connected economy?
Where: AJAX 1011 4th Street NW Washington DC 20001
When: Wed, April 11th,2018 8:00am – 10:30am
Small Business Working Group Series, hosted by DC Women’s Business Center
Who: DC Women’s Business Center
What: Creating A Just Economy 2018 NCRC Conference is coming up on April 9-11, 2018 in Washington, D.C. The DC WBC will be hosting the Working Group Series at NCRC’s National Conference. The Small Business Working Group Series will feature workshops designed for aspiring or existing small business owners. Session topics include business planning, strategy and organizational management, continuous improvement, business expansion, government contracting, and financial education. This series is ideal for start-ups, experienced entrepreneurs, managers, and leaders.
Where: Washington Hilton – 1919 Connecticut Avenue Northwest – Washington, DC 20009
When: Wed, April 11th,2018 9:00am – 4:00pm
Louis Lortie and Hélène Mercier [Concert]
Who: Louis Lortie & Helene Mercier
What: Louis Lortie and Hélène Mercier Canadian pianists Louis Lortie and Hélène Mercier have been performing together since their student days, and have developed a remarkable sensitivity to the four-hand and two-piano literature. Their program features staples of the Russian two-piano repertoire, with a few hidden gems included. This performance celebrates the Library’s acquisition of the manuscript of the two-piano version of Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances, a work for which the Library now possesses all major source materials. Pre-Concert Lecture – Blair Johnston, PhD, Associate Professor of Music Theory, Jacobs School of Music, Indiana University 6:30 pm–Whittall Pavilion. Reserved seats not claimed by five minutes before the scheduled start of the event will be distributed to RUSH patrons. For more information about RUSH visit www.loc.gov/concerts/tickets.html. For patrons unable to obtain a reservation, we still encourage attendance—while there is no guarantee of seating due to the intimate size of some spaces, patrons are almost always able to be accommodated. Children must be at least 7 years old for admittance to concert events.
Where: Coolidge Auditorium – Thomas Jefferson Building – 10 First Street SE – Washington, DC 20540
When: Wed, April 11,2018 8pm – 10pm
Best of DC Celebration 2018
Who: Best of DC
What: This not-to-be-missed event features delicious dishes and beverages from more than 50 of the region’s Top Restaurants, Mixologists, Breweries, Distilleries, Performers, and Rare Art Exhibitions all in one great night!
VIP Tickets Include:
– Tastings from specialty bottles
– A VIP gift bag
– Signature nibbles from some of D.C.’s finest restaurants
– Exclusive 10th annual cocktails from some of the hottest bars and well known mixologists
– Early access with an extra hour of tastings and VIP entertainment
Where: Organization of American States, 200 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20006, USA
When: Thurs, April 12th,2018 6pm – 10pm
Grit in the District: Self-Care for Entrepreneurs
Who: RINGLET
What: We’re all about that self-care and as creatives and entrepreneurs it’s easy to let it fall by the way-side. Sometimes (and by “sometimes” we mean most times) things like sleep, relaxation and recharging can feel like unattainable luxuries. Join RINGLET, Brief Assembly and our incredible speakers for an evening of shopping, drinks, treats and a discussion on the nitty-gritty of self-care as an entrepreneur.
Speakers Include:
- Lauren Dunne of Varnish Lane
- Tyler Calder of Girls’ Night In
- Becky Waldell of Take Care Shop
- Moderated by Elise Crawford Gallagher of RINGLET
Come prepared to ask questions and to chat with some of your favorite gals in the self-care and wellness world!
Where: Brief Assembly – 1287 4th Street NE – Washington, DC 20002
When: Thurs, April 12th,2018 6:30pm – 8:30pm
2018 Cherry Blossom Festival
Who: Cherry Blossom
What: Volunteer with the Case Western Reserve University Baltimore/D.C. Alumni Chapter during the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade at the National Mall. For the fourth year running, CWRU will have a crew of balloon handlers volunteering in the parade! All are welcome, whether you are an experienced balloon handler or you are (literally) learning the ropes! Volunteer training, t-shirts, gloves, donuts and coffee will be provided. Volunteers must be 18 or older. Don’t let this opportunity drift away, sign up today!
Where: National Mall and Memorial Parks
When: Sat, April 14th,2018 7:00am – 12:00pm
DC Wine Fest ! Spring Edition
Who: DC Wine Fest
What: Specially curated wineries join live entertainment at Longview Gallery and serve patrons tastings over a multi-session, all-day, all-night vino experience.
You’ll have the chance to sample premium wine to your heart’s content while live entertainment keep the party lively during this one of a kind experience.
VIP admission means you’ll gain early access one hour before the crowd, so you’ll have more time to sample and mingle.
This offer is final sale and nonrefundable. Event will go on rain or shine. Redemption of this offer is subject to normal availability. Pass is not shareable or transferable. Pass is valid only the Session purchased. All wine tastings stop 15 minutes prior to the end of the session time. Pass must be redeemed on the date of the event between the Session time purchased otherwise forfeited. Wineries subject to change without notice depending on availability. Must be 21 or older to participate. Venue reserve the right to deny entry to any individual without recourse. Price does not include tax and gratuity. Never Drink and Drive.
Where: Longview Gallery – 1234 9th St NW – Washington DC 20001
When: Sat, April 14th,2018 12pm – 10pm
Black Girls Gather: DC
Who: Black Girls Gather
What: Black Girls Gather is an evening of conversation in support of community building and sisterhood guided by For Harriet’s editor-in-chief, Kimberly Foster. Drank + Chat is an intimate pre-event gathering for those who’d like to sit down with Kim and a small group of Black women before the larger discussion. Drinks and food will be served. It will begin at 6:30PM. If you buy a ticket to Drank + Chat, you do not need to purchase an additional ticket to the main discussion at 7:30. Wine + Chat attendees will get priority seating for the main event. .
Where: Thurgood Marshall Center for Service and Heritage 1816 12th St NW Washington, DC 20009
When: Sat, April 14th,2018 7:30pm – 9:30pm
PUBLIC HAPPY HOUR
Who: DC Brau
What: Finish the day where it all started with happy hour at Meridian Pint. They’ll be pouring draft and cask versions of The Public along with Brau Pils, El Hefe Speaks, Turboboost Multi Ball and The Incurable Sadness.
Where: Meridian Pint, 3400 11th St NW, Washington, DC 20010, USA
When: Sun, April 15th,2018 5pm – 7pm
Upcoming Events Not To Miss:
BrunchCon – BrunchCon is making its way to Washington, D.C.! The acclaimed food + drink festival all about brunch, now in its third year, is coming to our nation’s capital in 2018.
Broccoli City Conference & Festival – April 28th, 2018
The Girlboss Rally LA – April 28th, 2018
An Artistic Wedding Experience – April 22nd
Women’s Empowerment Expo – May 26th
Build Your Own Brand (BYOB) Retreat Live – May 26th – 27th (Use code “Employment10” for 10% off your ticket!!!)
