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Tudor Place & Dumbarton Oaks: Garden Treasures
 On Saturday, May 17, at 11 a.m., meet at the visitors center of Tudor Place (1644 31st Street, NW) for a guided tour with their horticulturalist followed by a narrated walk with the Director of Gardens & Grounds at Dumbarton Oaks.
Members: $10, nonmembers: $12. 202.965.0400
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Ellington School of the Arts: Springtime Salute
 On Wednesday, May 21, from 6:30 to 9 p.m., support the Duke Ellington School of the Arts at Halcyon House (3400 Prospect Street, NW) with a cocktail reception, silent auction, and a special performance by Ellington students. $200/person. 202.333.2555
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Washington Harbour: Dragon Boat Festival
 On Saturday May 17, and Sunday, May 18, the 7th Annual Dragon Boat Festival takes place at Washington Harbour (3000 K Street, NW) featuring 8 magnificent dragon boats, races, and children's activities. More information.
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District Fine Arts: Art Talk
 On Saturday, May 17, from 2 to 4 p.m., District Fine Arts (1639 Wisconsin Avenue, NW) hosts an enlightening art talk and opportunity to meet artist and professor of art, Gene Markowski. 202.328.9100
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Nathan's Q&A Cafe: Douglas Feith
 On Thursday, May 15, at 12:30 p.m., Douglas Feith, head of the Pentagon's policy organization, sits in the hot seat with Carol Joynt at Nathan's Q&A Cafe (3150 M Street, NW). $35/person. 202.338.2000
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Blues Alley: Cyrus Chestnut Trio
 From Thursday, May 15, through Sunday, May 18, at 8 and 10 p.m. each evening, the Cyrus Chestnut Trio performs at Blues Alley (1073 Wisconsin Avenue, NW). 202.337.4141
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Mu Project: Light Proof
 On Tuesday, May 20, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., the Shigeko Bork Mu Project (1521 Wisconsin Avenue, NW) opens "Light Proof", a showing by artist Gen Aihara, who creates photo-based art by painting directly onto photo emulsion. The exhibit runs through Saturday, July 5. 202.333.4119
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House of Sweden: Something for Everyone
 After Dark: Friday, May 17, from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m., with rooftop lounge and music by DJ's Hej Hej and Moh Ducis. Purchase tickets.
Nordic Dancers: Saturday, May 18, at 2:30 p.m., watch traditional Swedish dances and participate in a dance lesson.
Swedish Museum Singers: Sunday, May 18, at 2 p.m., hear this group from Philadelphia, PA perform their special Valborg program of traditional Swedish music.
All events take place at the House of Sweden (2900 K Street,NW). 202.467.2600
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Mie N Yu: Christiana Vodka
 On Monday, May 19, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., learn to mix drinks at Mie N Yu (3125 M Street, NW) with supremely smooth Christiana Vodka. $35/person. 202.333.6122
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Barnes & Noble: Big Read DC
 On Friday, May 16, at 7 p.m., at Barnes & Noble (3040 M Street, NW), Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post fashion journalist Robin Givhan,
Vanity Fair writer Maureen Orth, and author A'Lelia Bundles talk about the power of
style from the glittering artists salons of the Harlem Renaissance to Washington's political
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Reiss: Spring/Summer 2008
 On Thursday, May 15, from 6 to 9 p.m., luxuriate at Reiss (1254 Wisconsin Avenue, NW) with live music, cocktails, shopping, and an in-store fashion show featuring their spring/summer 2008 collection. RSVP. 202.944.8566
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Thos. Moser: Special Savings
 From Friday, May 16, through Sunday,June 8, select from a large collection of floor models, one-of-a-kinds, not-quite-perfect, and first-quality pieces by Thos. Moser (3300 M Street, NW), available on a first-come, first-served cash/credit and carry basis. Local delivery can be arranged on site; charges apply. More information. 202.338.4292
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WeOneYouTwo: City Style
 On Thursday, May 15, from 6 to 9 p.m., WeOneYouTwo (1525 Wisconsin Avenue, NW) celebrates "Sex and the City" with cosmos, accessories featured in the movie, and a chance to win tickets to a sneak-preview. 202.298.5999
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Georgetown Classic 8K: Sponsorship Opportunities
 Gain exposure for your business while giving charitably by sponsoring the Georgetown Classic 8K, scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 31, to benefit the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. Sponsorship information.
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Georgetown Business Association: Golf & Tennis Tournament
 The Georgetown Business Association Golf & Tennis Tournament is scheduled to take place on Monday, May 19, at Kenwood Country Club, followed by the May networking reception. Participation and sponsorship information.
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Welcome to Georgetown!
 Phoenix Bridal Shop (Shops at Georgetown Park, 3222 M Street, NW), Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday, 12 to 6 p.m., formalwear for brides, grooms, special occasions, as well as alterations. 202.882.7330
 Vineyard Vines (1225 Wisconsin Avenue, NW),
Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6
p.m., womens, mens, childrens clothing and accessories. 202.625.8463
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The Georgetown Metro Connection
 Every ten minutes, the Georgetown Metro Connection picks up from the Dupont Circle and Rosslyn Metro Stations. Fare is $1.50, 35 cents with Metrorail transfer. Monthly Passes are available at the Georgetown BID ( 1055 Thomas Jefferson Street, NW, Suite L-11), Rosslyn Commuter Store ( 1700 N. Moore Street, Suite 235, Arlington, VA 22209), and online at Commuter Direct. $30. | |
Circulator
Arriving every ten minutes, from 7 a.m. to midnight everyday, the red, black, and yellow-striped bus links cultural, entertainment, and business destinations within the city. Get to and from Georgetown via M Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW. $1. |
Experience modern luxury in Georgetown with everything from amazing shopping to spectacular dining, cutting-edge spas, and historic attractions.
Be featured - send in your happenings to be included in the BIDness. I look forward to hearing from you!
My very best,
 Kathryn Park
Communications Manager
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