WBIS "Networthing" Event at Broadway Gallery

Join Women Building & Investing in Success for a special "Networthing" night event surrounded by lovely artwork at the Fairfax location of Broadway Gallery on Wednesday, September 10th.   

From 6:30pm-9:00pm, you will network with your peers and learn how to "Live Like Your Nail Color - Even If You Have Naked Nails" by hearing what author, entrepreneur and inspirational speaker Mary Foley, has to say. 

$35 registration fee, after September 1st, price goes up to $49.99 (includes a copy of Mary Foley’s book). 

6:30pm-7:30 informal networking, 7:30pm-9:00pm presentation and book signing.

Visit www.wbis.biz for more information.

Broadway Gallery is located at 12231 Fair Lakes Promenade, Fairfax, VA. www.broadwaygalleries.net

**Broadway Gallery is a Special Highlighted Partner of Pamela’s Punch**

USA! USA!

We’re almost a week into the Summer Olympics, but there are those preparing to skate right into the 2010 Winter Olympics (pun intended).  Come see some of those very such supreme athletic beings on Saturday, September 6th!

US & World Figure Skating Champions, LIVE!
Saturday, September 6, 2008 - 4pm
Starring: Brian Boitano, Sasha Cohen, Michael Weiss, and many more Figure Skating Champions…local Olympic hopefuls as well. 
Kettler Capitals Iceplex
Home of the Washington Capitals
627 N Glebe Rd, Suite 800
Arlington, VA
Tickets are now on sale through Ticket Web: http://www.ticketweb.com/snl/EventListings.action?orgId=24261
and www.MichaelWeiss.org or by calling (866) 468-7630.

Proceeds benefit the Michael Weiss Foundation, which supports young Olympic hopefuls through scholarships.  The Michael Weiss Foundation has awarded $115,000 to date to young deserving figure skaters here locally, and across the United States.

B1/B2/B3 Open Seating $30
Handicapped & Guests $30
Standing room Only $20
VIP $200 (best seats in the house; meet and greet reception with the Olympians) SOLD OUT
On Ice $50 SOLD OUT
Front Row Rink Side $40 SOLD OUT

5-6-7-8 Benefit Performance for Luke’s Wings

Please mark your calendars for Saturday September 13th.  The comedy improv troupe 5-6-7-8 is taking to the stage once again, this time though, all in the name of charity.  Luke’s Wings will be the recipient of this benefit performance and art auction.  The show will be held at The Bethesda Theater which is located at 7719 Wisconsin Ave.  Curtains go up at 8pm (2 hour run time and 1 intermission) with an open reception starting at 7pm.

For tickets and information, please go to http://www.theatermania.com/content/show.cfm/show/146594 or call 866.811.4111. 

To learn about the good work Luke’s Wings does please go to www.lukeswings.org.

Speaking of 5-6-7-8, don’t forget to get your ticket for "Things That Happen In Attics" http://www.5678improv.com/events.html Friday August 22nd or Saturday August 23rd!

Birthday’d out

Thank you to everyone who attended the many, many (too many, some might say) birthday parties Saturday, Tuesday and last night.  Saturday was the Fuego Caliente! bash for Teatro Goldoni owners Michael Kosmides and Jose Garcia and me (Tres Leos can only mean fire!).  The staff decorated the entire restaurant with red balloons and tons of flair (yes, I wrote “flair”).  The dinner was outstanding - Chef Enzo Fargione and his kitchen went above and beyond with the 3 course $50 fixed price menu.  The service was perfect for the close to 100 guests dining before the party started rocking.  Oh, and you couldn’t have picked a better visual for the song “99 Red Balloons” …. ahhh… the 80’s…

(pictured above: the scene pre-dinner and pre-party; 99 Red Balloons ….;yes, I got the “wear red” memo, but I was a Golden Flame … a thorn between two roses, perhaps?)

Tuesday night was another three person birthday celebration, this time all ladies.  Christy Schlesinger, Amanda Walke and I, plus about 30 of our closest friends were treated to experiencing Ceviche Glover Park’s enomatic wine bar, thanks to Tara de Nicolas and Jessica Gibson who set up the dinner.  Not only did we get to self serve some delectable vinos, we also participated in tasting Ceviche’s Restaurant Week menu, which, may I add, was quite delicious.  Should you venture to Glover Park to try out the wine bar and menu, bring your appetite.  The servings are generous and you will want to eat it all.

(pictured above: Dr. Chris Rothstein, Osmar Nunez, Kate Michael and birthday girl Amanda Walke; below left Tara de Nicolas and Rodrigo Garcia; the face of Latin Concepts, Jessica Gibson)

Last night, Skye Lounge and Skyy Vodka Infusions hosted the Summer White Hot Birthday Bash.  Thank you to the Host Committee: Victoria Michael, Tara de Nicolas, Heather Guay, Kim Luk, Anna Kimsey, Sarah Rosenwinkel, Lacey Kirstein, Lydia Arshadi and Lauren Henderson for all that you did to make the evening special.  Thanks to the “boys” (George, Dan, Brendan and Barry) as well as the staff of Skye for the use of their space.  There may be some twinkles still left on the floor and couches, sorry!  Last, thank you to everyone who came and for the gifts and cards.  It was again, a fantastic, perfect evening, all because of you. 

(pictured above: special Skyy Infusions cocktails)

(pictured: Rebecca Canan and Jennie Kim; the White Hot Host Committee; the three White Hot Host Committee members who got there early and set up, thank you!)

Funday Sunday Hudson Brunch Menu

Brunch at Hudson Restaurant & Lounge just got tastier because of the yummy price, only $19.00!  Tempt your taste buds with the following menu, then dial-a-way for your reservation.  With this deal, ressies will be going quickly…

EGGS AND…
Hudson Morning Starter - two eggs any style, applewood smoked bacon and a biscuit
Ham and Smoked Gouda Omelet - served with toast
Spa Omelet - egg white omelet with tomatoes, peppers & asparagus tips, whole wheat toast                                                                                           Hudson Benedict - toasted english muffin topped with two poached eggs, applewood smoked bacon, asparagus hollandaise

FROM THE GRIDDLE
Buttermilk Pancakes     Belgian Waffle   Challah French Toast - served with your choice of topping: organic maple syrup & whipped cream, vanilla pineapple coulis, mixed berry compote & powdered sugar, brown sugar, banana, walnut compote

DESSERT                                                                                            Season Berries
crème fraiche
Trio of Sorbets
season selection

BEVERAGES
Mimosa
Belini

****Note - $19 per person which includes your choice of entrée, 1 dessert, and 1 beverage.  This price does not include 10% DC Tax and Gratuity******

**Hudson Restaurant & Lounge is a Special Highlighted Partner of Pamela’s Punch**

Saks Fifth Avenue Chevy Chase - WACOAL FI(GH)T FOR THE CURE

Need a new bra?  Wait until August 21st to purchase.  You can help in the fight against breast cancer is to visit the Chevy Chase location of Saks Fifth Avenue on Thursday August 21st from 11am to 5pm. 

Ladies will receive a complimentary fitting in a Wacoal or Donna Karan Intimates bra from a Wacoal fit specialist. For every woman that participates*, Wacoal will donate $2 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure for breast cancer research and outreach programs.

Wacoal will also donate an additional $2 for every Wacoal or Donna Karan Intimates bra purchased at these events.

Saks will also present those participating with a pink boxing glove key ring.**

No purchase necessary.*  While supplies last.** 

For 2008, Wacoal will make a minimum  guaranteed donation of $250,000. 
Fit for the Cure® is a registered trademark of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.  For breast health information, please visit www.komen.org or call 1-877 GO KOMEN.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 202.497.5229.

Saks Fifth Avenue’s Chevy Chase location is found at 5300 Wisconsin Ave, NW.

2nd Annual Taste of Friendship Heights

For folks who live or work near the ever growing Friendship Heights area of DC or even those who have never stepped foot on that part of Wisconsin Ave, but have always wanted to, you have been presented with a special opportunity.  Please see the press release below pertaining to the 2nd Annual Taste of Friendship Heights from Joel Schwarz at the Friendship Heights Urban Network:

The Friendship Heights Urban Network (FHUN) today announced that the Village Center of Friendship Heights will be hosting the 2nd Annual Taste of Friendship Heights, a continuation of the successful Taste of Friendship Heights that took place in September of 2007. The event is scheduled from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm on Saturday, September 20, 2008, at the Village Center, at 4433 South Park Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD.

Formed in early 2006 to organize the growing young professional community in the Friendship Heights area and to take advantage of the influx of commercial businesses, the Friendship Heights Urban Network, commonly known as “FHUN,” has quickly grown to become one of Friendship Heights’ premier groups.

In a little over two years since its formation, the group has grown from 3 people to a membership of over 300 people, a good number of whom actually live outside the Friendship Heights area; in places as far away as Rockville, Maryland and Arlington, Virginia. FHUN has already hosted a number of well attended events, including happy hours, restaurant hops, and barbeques.

According to FHUN’s Chair-person, Joel Michael Schwarz, “the goal of our organization is to support the Friendship Heights area as a community–with a large population of young professionals—one which enjoys similar amenities, like restaurants, bars and other social outlets, that one finds in Bethesda or downtown D.C.”

“Each of our events tries to highlight the great places that make Friendship Heights a destination spot for young professionals,” Schwarz said. “Our hope is to support the continued growth of Friendship Heights as a fun, integrated community that offers something for both young professionals and seniors.”

The 2nd Annual Taste of Friendship Heights will showcase some of the area’s premiere restaurants, including Rock Creek, Clyde’s, Lia’s, Famoso, M Café, Indique Heights, Potomac Pizza and Giffords (for those who have a sweet tooth!). Tickets will be sold for $1 a piece, and the average price of a sample of food will be $3. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to three local charities—Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington, NIH Charities, and Fight for Children. Several organizations are sponsors of the event, including GEICO and New England Development. GECIO will be providing free entertainment—the Gecko will be there to take pictures with children and adults alike. GEICO will also be hosting a Boys and Girls Club event on the same day as the Taste of Friendship Heights (at its headquarters, across the street from the Village Center) and all are invited to enjoy the event.

For more information, please go to www.tasteoffriendshipheights.com. 

The Washington Ballet’s Jete’ Society Graces L2

Last Thursday evening, supporters of The Washington Ballet’s (TWB) Jete’ Society and friends of Capitol File Magazine (newest edition is hot off the presses) gathered together at the private club L2 for some mojitos and networking. The Jete’ Society is a membership organization geared towards Washington’s "young professional" demographic who support TWB. They are known mostly for its yearly "Dance Party", an extremely popular fundraiser headed by Winston Bao Lord and Ashley Taylor.

(Pictured above: TWB friends and Septime Webre, Artistic Director of TWB; below: David Sutphen and Jennifer Barnett)

Thanks to Bacardi for their complimentary specialty cocktail - perfect for summer- as well as to Cap File and L2 for lending their space and staff. 

To learn more about how you can be a party of the hip, progressive, funky and fun Jete’ Society, please go to http://www.washingtonballet.org/involved/jete.htm. Besides the Dance Party, they hold beerandballet and have several other membership benefits.  The Ballet’s Season Opener is right around the corner and you do not want to miss it!  http://www.washingtonballet.org/upcoming/0809season.htm.

(Pictured below: wall art displayed at L2; Tom McMillen and Michael Simpson)

District Sample Sale is back!

Post by Guest Blogger Tara de Nicolas

Calling all ladies fond of fashion (and men who love to shop with and for women) …

While Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week takes center stage in New York City during the second week of September, Washington, DC’s very own District Sample Sale (DSS), the fall season’s most fun, charitable and chic fashion event, will take DC by storm on September 9th at the Galleria at Lafayette Centre (1155 21st. St., NW).

This is an event that sells out quickly, so be sure to buy your tickets ASAP, as more than 600+ of Washington, DC most fashionable will duke it out over end of season bargains (sometimes up to 80% off) from our favorite local boutiques from Georgetown, Downtown DC and Vienna.  Plus, there will be champagne and appetizers served while you shop… I really do not think it could get any better than that. Regular tickets are $40, VIP tickets are $125 and Benefactress tickets are $250. 100% of the proceeds from the fall DSS benefit the DC Rape Crisis Center.

Please visit http://www.districtsamplesale.com/index.html to buy your tickets today and thank you for your support!

Dorri Thyden’s "Capitol Colors"

Don’t forget to attend this Thursday’s private art exhibit reception at the Touchstone Gallery from 6-9pm.  Local esteemed artist Dorri Thyden, will be featuring her bold, beautiful, and bright Capitol Colors collection.  You can meet and greet Ms. Thyden, purchase pieces and note cards which feature her works, as you mix and mingle with those new and old to her talents.

(Pictured: Capitol)

It’s the perfect time to be proud to be an American, as well as to live in Washington, DC (Olympics, election year).  Come to the reception and get inspired by Dorri Thyden.

Please RSVP directly to dorri@dorrithyden.com (make sure to mention the Punch!).  The Touchstone Gallery is located at 406 7th Street, NW, 2nd fl).