Posts Tagged ‘party’
Fashionable Crowd Flocks To South Moon Under’s Lookbook Party
Posted by Lorin Drinkard / Friday, April 13th, 2012
Shoes, shoes, shoes! / Photo credit: Amol Pandit
To celebrate the release of their funky, beach-set spring lookbook, South Moon Under, along with SpicyCandyDC and special guest Nylon editor-at-large Dani Stahl, threw a swinging party last night at their Clarendon location. The up-and-coming DC area fashionable blogger duo, Carlis Sanchez and Katya Ananieva, killed it by styling individual looks for 14-pages of this season’s biggest trends. Major “Get in my wardrobe now!” reactions upon viewing.
The fabulous Dani Stahl, posing outside SMU. / Photo credit: Lorin Drinkard
Swarms of chicly dressed guests sipped on Honest Tea, munched on Georgetown Cupcakes and took advantage of the storewide 20 percent off discount (score!). From crochet scalloped shorts and pretty baubles to pastel denim and punchy handbags, the store was abuzz with a flurry of shopping.
So many choices. / Photo credit: Lorin Drinkard
The ever-so-cool Dani Stahl, who writes Nylon‘s beloved ‘Factory Girl’ column each month, chatted with customers and bloggers throughout the night, even petting one guest’s dog. According to her knowledge, Nylon is apparently the only magazine her petite pouch won’t drool on.
Dani breaks down her ring party. / Photo credit: Amol Pandit
Local area fashion bloggers Lacey of A Lacey Perspective, The President Wear Prada, Alison of Chain Strap Purse, LBVie Ashley, Cheralee of Lyle Style and Waverly of Pich & Roor, among others, showed their support for SpicyCandyDC by turning out, in stylish ensembles, no less.
Carlis, Dani and Katya. / Photo credit: Amol Pandit
Dani and the magazine-lovin' pooch. / Photo credit: Amol Pandit
Funky earrings brighten up an outfit. / Photo credit: Amol Pandit
SpicyCandyDC, Dani Stahl and the lovely ladies of W Salon who did hair styling for the night. / Photo credit: Amol Pandit
SpicyCandyDC Lookbook poster. / Photo credit: Lorin Drinkard
Lacey of A Lacey Perspective (left) poses for a photo. / Photo credit: Amol Pandit
More of Dani's arm party. / Photo credit: Amol Pandit
Trio of fashion perfection. / Photo credit: Amol Pandit
SMU shoe crush. / Photo credit: Amol Pandit
– Lorin Drinkard
Spring Break Food Fun: Rooftop & Patio Openers
Posted by Geoff Nelowet / Friday, March 30th, 2012
Kick off spring and enjoy the breeze and booze at these open air venues.
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Rooftop: April 1, Arlington Rooftop Bar & Grill, Arlington
Grand Opening Special: Beer reps will be handing out swag on April 4 and 5.
Patio: April 14, Clare and Don’s Beach Shack, Falls Church
Kick-Off Celebration: Live band with full bar featuring Dos Equis, the summer beer, on tap.
Patio: Memorial Day Weekend, John’s Place, Fairfax
Grand Opening Special: Rolling Thunder with drink specials.
Patio: April 6, Westover Beer Garden, Arlington
Kick-Off Celebration: Live acoustic music with Long Trail Brewing Co. tasting and tap takeover.
Rooftop: March 8, Whitlows on Wilson Bar & Grill, Arlington
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Grand Opening Special: Kickoff party in May, potentially Memorial Day weekend, with drink specials and possible pig roast.
Patio: Early May, O’Faolain’s, Sterling
Kick-Off Celebration: June 2, live music, cookout and specialty cocktails.
Posted by Lorin Drinkard / Thursday, December 22nd, 2011
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Let the countdown begin. / Photo courtesy: Shutterstock/filmfoto
Forget about the 12 days of merriment, y’all – we’ve only got three days before Christmas arrives. And you know what that means: New Year’s Eve is quickly approaching, too.
December 31 represents so many things – a time to put on sequins and dance through the night, go out with friends and toast to the end of a great year, the chance to make yet another holiday-themed film with a star-studded cast, or perhaps finally lay a kiss on that guy or girl at midnight you’ve been crushing on all year month long.
Whatever your NYE style, we’ve put together a fantastic guide to ringing in the new year in style. Dancing? Check. Buffets? Drinks and live music? Check, check.
For fab foodie events, go here.
For top places to toast and sip on bubbly, go here.
For all shimmy and shaking parties, go here.
For budget-friendly festivities, go here.
For entertaining activities, go here.
For kid-approved outings, go here.
Still searching for last minute gifts? Check back tomorrow for our top wrapping it up tips. Plus, as always, lots more holiday happenings listed here, here and here.
From our staff to you and your family, here’s wishing you an [almost] merry Christmas Eve!
–Lorin Drinkard
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Thursday, December 22nd, 2011
Image: Monkey Business Images/Shutterstock
Get into the holiday spirit (that’s the only pun I’ll make, I promise)!
The holiday season isn’t just about buying expensive gifts or having the most lavish display of Christmas lights; it’s also about love, family and giving back to your fellow man in the spirit of peace and goodwill everywhere.
And drinking, of course.
This merriest of seasons gives a great excuse for creating fun and indulgent grown-up treats that will put the Ho Ho Ho! back in your Holidays.
Mulled Red Wine
I love a warm, spiced wine to warm up the hands as well as the stomach. Plus, the spicy, sweet smell will make your house feel festive and welcoming!
Ingredients:
2 teaspoon(s) black peppercorns, lightly crushed
1 teaspoon(s) fennel seeds, lightly crushed
1 3-inch cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
2 bottle(s) (750-milliliter) Zinfandel or Merlot, or equivalent fruity red wine
3 bay leaves
Zest strips from 1 orange
1 1/2 cup(s) muscovado sugar, or other dark brown sugar
Christmas Countdown: Holiday Party Etiquette
Posted by Rebekah Lowe / Friday, December 16th, 2011
Friday, Dec. 16, 2011
Well, people, only nine more days until the day we’ve all been waiting for! Between now and then, I’m sure you have quite a few holiday festivities in your game plan. You’ve probably racked up one work party–maybe two if you get the honor of being someone’s ‘plus one’–two or three get-to-togethers with your church, neighbors, old family friends, etc., and probably at least one shindig per each side of the family.
I don’t know about you, but all these social outings are enough to get me stressin’. What gift do I bring? Do I even bring a gift? What if I run out of things to talk about? What if I get stuck next to someone awkward at the dinner table? Well no fear, my dears. I have answers!
Don't be like this guy... (Photo: Shutterstock.com/Jaimie Duplass)
Holiday Party Etiquette
Office Party Manners
• Being 30 minutes late is acceptable, but the max is 45 minutes.
• Keep an eye on how much business talk you are doing and on how much you are noshing throughout the night. Also, keep your drink limit set firmly at two.
• Don’t use an office party to curry favor from your boss, but you must thank him before you leave.
House Party Manners
• Be no more than 15 minutes late.
• Be an active participant; when the host says the food is ready, put aside your fear of looking greedy and head to the table immediately.
• Never switch place cards. Sit where the host has asked you to sit.
• Stay out of the kitchen unless you are invited in, but do offer to help with a specific task: “Can I load the dishwasher for you?”
• You may be tempted to snoop in medicine cabinets and back rooms—resist the urge. It’s not allowed!
• Don’t linger no matter how much more you think the host likes you than the other guests. When the masses start to head out, follow their lead.
RSVPs
• RSVP immediately even if no RSVP was requested (unless the invitation reads “Regrets Only”).
• If you have severe food allergies, let host know when you RSVP so he or she can plan the menu accordingly.
• If you are vegetarian or have another specific food need, alert the host when you RSVP and offer to bring a dish you can eat.
Toasts
• Formal parties: The host will make a ‘Health & Happiness’ toast!
• Casual parties: A guest can stand and make toast. Include a thank you to the host. Tell a short, relevant story or joke, but keep it clean! Remember that sincerity is more important than eloquence.
Small Talk
• Brush up on your current events before the party. Take some time to form your opinions beforehand so you don’t fall back on agreeing with everyone else. Check Twitter on your way to the party to get any last minute updates on the world!
• Think back to the last time you saw the other guests. Where did you leave off with them? Prepare some questions for them and be ready to give them a life update, but limit any complaining or gossiping.
• Don’t hide behind your cell phone. Turn it off and make yourself look available for conversation. When you are talking with someone, don’t let your eyes wander around the room. Give them your full attention.
Great gift idea! (Photo: Shutterstock.com/Hintau Aliaksei)
Thank You’s & Gifts
• Thank your host twice—once when you leave (you must seek them out on your way out the door) and again via a phone call. A written thank you note is only necessary after a formal dinner or an overnight stay.
• While gifts are not expected for formal dinners, do bring a small gift to a casual dinner party. Houseplants and flowers are always a good choice, but make sure you present the flowers in a simple vase. If you bring wine, don’t expect the host to serve it at the party, and never bring food unless you have been asked.
• Perhaps your host is a golfer. You could bring him some personalized golf balls. Other options are a Best Seller book, an herb & spice set, some Virginia peanut brittle or an unusual kitchen item such as a pasta lifter. A more personalized gift option is a picture frame. You can mail a photo you took at the party to the host later.
• Gifts may be presented either wrapped or unwrapped, but if you are set on making the best impression possible, go ahead and wrap it!
For last-minute gift ideas, check out the S.W.A.G. Holiday Gift Guide! And if your holiday game plan isn’t packed already, take a look at a few of the holiday parties going on in NoVA! Check back here on Monday for the next Christmas Countdown post to find out the best places to look at lights this season!
P.S. To unwind from all these social gatherings, pop in one of Forbes’ “Ten Best Christmas Movies Of All Time!”
-Rebekah Lowe
Posted by Rebekah Lowe / Thursday, June 16th, 2011
Thursday, June 16, 2011
This Culture Guru has thrown together some interesting goings-on in the world to entertain you on this fine Thursday morning.
Dadchelor Parties: All the cool dads are having them!
Ladies, here are the four fights your guy wants to avoid at all costs.
Food trucks: The wedding caterers of the future?
Prince William & Kate’s itinerary for their trip to the U.S.
Photos from the riot that broke out last night after Vancouver lost the Stanley Cup to Boston!
-Rebekah Lowe
Posted by ryan / Friday, February 25th, 2011
(image: Oscars)
The entertainment industry will continue to pat itself on the back this Sunday evening, but awards season has all been leading up to this. The 83rd edition of the Academy Awards will reward the pinnacle of acting and film making throughout its four hour telecast. In other words, they’re going to honor the movies that were anything but mainstream for the most part. It’s up to the hosts James Franco and Anne Hathaway to make it somewhat entertaining, but their efforts will probably all be in vain at the half-way point. That’s when you’ll start wishing you’d ventured out of the house to watch it amongst friends.
You, yes you are cordially invited to the DC Film Society’s 19th Annual Oscars Viewing Party at the Arlington Drafthouse on Feb. 27. The broadcast will be projected on the big screen, while servers try to make your visit as pleasant and convenient as possible. Their menu features an extensive list of gourmet food and alcoholic beverages. Silent auctions, contests, and door prizes provide an added incentive. Signed movie posters, scripts, and DVD’s are up for grabs. Local film critics Joe Barber and Bill Henry are the hosts, offering their own unique insights and quirky commentary.
The doors open at 6:30 p.m. The Pre-show is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. and the actual ceremony gets underway at 8 p.m. Tickets nearly sold out last year, so it would be prudent to reserve them before you go. There will be a limited amount available at the door. The cost of admission is $20 for non-members. Call 703-486-2345 for more information.
The following are the nominees for Best Picture.
1. 127 Hours
2. Black Swan
3. The Fighter
4. Inception
How many have you seen? Which one would you like to see win? Personally, my vote goes to Inception. Great movie, deserving of accolades!
-Ryan Robertson
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Thursday, April 23rd, 2009
Artful celebration of community’s founding
By Janet Rems
Courtesy of Reston Museum
Reston is throwing itself a party, and everyone is invited. The foremost Planned Community in the United States on April 18 is celebrating its 45th anniversary and the 95th birthday of its founder, Robert E. Simon.
Many of the Founder’s Day events, sponsored primarily by the Reston Historic Trust, will revolve around the arts, an essential component of life in Reston since its beginning. Simon, in fact, purchased the 6,750 acres of land that became Reston by selling Carnegie Hall, a family property.
A free celebration with Reston Community Center-organized live music, dance and theater performances, will take place from noon to 3 p.m. at Lake Anne Village Center, “the heart” of Reston.
A high point will be the unveiling of the Initiative for Public Art Reston’s (IPAR) first project. IPAR member and longtime Northern Virginia activist Chuck Veatch says, “It will be a serious work of art” in the $100,000 range. He expects to have a model to display.
For additional details, visit www.restonmuseum.org.
(April 2009)
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Thursday, April 23rd, 2009
By Katie Wilmeth and Forrest Glenn Spencer
In the hills, along the rivers, in the hotels and the Dales, there is a special space made just for the occasion.
People have a need to meet. We like catered affairs and festive decors; we like others to pamper our needs and service our gatherings. In Northern Virginia, the travel and hospitality industries generate nearly $3 billion in tax receipts, and employ more than 80,000 workers. Venues for these social and business gatherings have become an integral part of our economy and a part of our way of life. We spotlight some of the region’s unique venues to party or do business, while including a guide to an array of other venues that cater to every need.
Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum
Alexandria
Lorien Hotel & Spa
This is the latest entrant from the Kimpton chain of boutique hotels and offers spa services (one of the only Kimpton’s to do so) and dedicated meeting space. Three thousand square feet is available and easily dividable into any formation for social events or business meetings, accommodating 35 guests or a few hundred. Chef Robert Wiedmaier and his restaurant have created a cuisine menu that complements every element of this elegant experience. 703-894-3434
Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum
Once the oldest operating pharmacy in the United States, Stabler-Leadbeater is now a private museum with the original apothecary still intact. Available for parties up to 50. On-site staff can give guided tours and enhance the evening with themed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. A preferred vendors list is available that supports Alexandria musicians, caterers and rental necessities. 703-838-3852
Carafe Microwinery
Carafe Microwinery
Opened last year, this Old Town shop rents out space for private winemaking events. With the help of a wine expert, visitors get to mix their very own wine, bottle, cork it and take it home. With a minimum two-and-a-half case order, guests will be impressed by a private label commemorating the event, whether it’s a wedding, shower, birthday celebration or business meeting. 703-975-5759
Gadsby’s Tavern
Washington ate here, John Adams argued with people, and Andy Jackson stopped by for a drink. Gadsby’s has been an integral part of this region’s political and social life since the late 18th century. Today, visitors can bask in the rich history with a delicious meal and a drink from the barrel or the wine cellar, just as our colonial founders did when the nation was young. The building houses the Alexandria Ballroom (with original woodwork) for intimate affairs or corporate dinners. 703-548-1288
Arlington
Signature Theatre
Signature Theatre
The 48,000-square-foot, four-story theater is available for rent on dark nights. This modern theater in the center of Shirlington Village offers its facilities for parties, weddings or lectures for as few as 50 or much as 650. With a theatrical staff on hand, lighting and ambiance are two stand-out features. Lists of caterers and other vendors available. 571-527-1831
Windows Over Washington/Skydome Lounge/Mystery Dinner Playhouse
Located high atop the Doubletree Hotel Crystal City, the Windows Over Washington restaurant offers views from its 14-story vantage point. Under the same roof sits Skydome Lounge, a rotating panoramic cocktail bar with great views of Washington and Northern Virginia that’s decked out in neon lights and a dance floor. It’s Washington’s answer to the Rainbow Room. Add in a performance by the Mystery Dinner Playhouse (based out of Double Tree), and you’ve got one unforgettable evening. Accommodating groups 20 to 200.
Kettler Capitals Iceplex
Kettler Capitals Iceplex
Party with the Caps! The practice facility for the Washington Capitals ice hockey team can also be rented out for corporate events and birthday parties. This is the place for kids, with basic or deluxe party packages available, hockey-themed parties for boys and the Ice Princess Party Package for girls. At Ballston Commons Mall. 571-224-0555
Clarendon Ballroom
The go-to Arlington venue for everything from company holiday parties to high-school reunions, Clarendon Ballroom provides it all, from catering to music. The fact that there are some award-winning restaurants (Liberty Tavern is right next door, for one) within walking distance means you can keep partying even after your boss has gone to bed. 703-469-2244
Loudoun
Raspberry Plain
Leesburg Animal Park
If you want to walk, talk, squeak and squawk with the animals, Leesburg Animal Park is your destination, one that features an array of exotic animals and facilities that can be rented out for corporate events or birthday parties. The 21-acre zoo provides picnic tables, pony rides and safari wagon rides. We’ll save our joke about how a monkey could do your boss’s job. 703-669-0010
Tarara Winery
Nestled on the bluffs near the Potomac River north of Lessburg, Tarara was voted Best Winery by the readers of Northern Virginia Magazine in 2008. One visit and you can see why: It’s an elegant country estate that also offers individuals or corporations a chance to hold private gatherings or concerts with facilities that include a 6,000-square-foot cave or two covered pavilions. Private wine tastings also available. 703-771-7100, ext. 250
Oatlands Historic House and Gardens
A stately historic estate that’s hosted countless weddings, Oatlands is available for meetings, banquets or corporate picnics. The carriage house meeting room is ideal for up to 60 people, evening events in the carriage house may utilize two adjoining rooms for dinner or cocktails, carriage house field is set for intimate outdoor receptions or company picnics, and the equestrian field accommodates larger groups. 703-777-3174
Raspberry Plain
On 50 acres overlooking the Catoctin Mountain, this Georgian colonial home and estate is one of the region’s historical treasures, complete with a grand conservatory, French doors, sparkling chandeliers and original wood moldings from the 1730s. Rehearsal dinners, business meetings or theme parties make Raspberry Plain a remarkable setting. The mansion house can be divided into three separate rooms, or combined for a total of 80 seated. The glass-paneled grand conservatory can seat upward of 200 and is configured for dinner and/or dancing. The manicured lawns and woodland surroundings are available for outdoor affairs of 200 guests. Located north of Leesburg. 703-777-1888
Thomas Birkby House
Lightfoot Restaurant
Located in historic Leesburg, Lightfoot is a grand restaurant with a private event staff. Small luncheons, corporate functions or wedding parties with four rooms are available. Their bridal suite is one of the county’s best-kept secrets and includes a private room for her special day. The Sheridan Room is their largest, for guest groups up to 150. Owners Ingrid and Carrie have established a warm and welcoming restaurant that serves all your needs with a cuisine that will make the experience memorable for many years. 703-771-2233
Thomas Birkby House
This historic site has been the home for many families since the 1770s. To enjoy it for your rent, select from the main house, carriage house or the gardens. Ron Rust and his wife Judy Kozacik have preserved the federal-style architectural qualities of the buildings and grounds while ensuring all the facilities are contemporary to meet the needs of weddings or business meetings. 703-777-2700
Fairfax
Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon
George Washington truly slept here. And ate here and walked the grounds, as you can, too. The granddaddy of historic sites is open to you as a venue with a new interactive show and upgraded rental facilities. The colonial-style Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant offers its grand hospitality to you and your guests. Included is an auditorium and reception spaces, with a glass-enclosed veranda and sunken garden. Functions start at $500. 703-780-0011
P.J. Skidoos
In business for more than 30 years, this restaurant is a favorite Fairfax hangout and also offers lunch and dinner banquet services, from weddings to religious ceremonies and club functions. With accommodations for 150, Skidoos fulfills that warm neighborhood welcome for a private function that includes wet bar, dance floor, private coatroom, environmental control and free parking. Various menu options available, from buffet, cocktail or main meal. 703-591-4515
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
National Air & Space Museum
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
More than 9 million people visit Northern Virginia’s very own Smithsonian museum annually. For those interested, it’s available to host a completely cool (and very large) event underneath airplanes and space shuttles. Unlike most rental facilities, there are strict guidelines that must be followed, and your group will be scrutinized before permission is granted. Fundraisers and events such as weddings and birthday parties are restricted. 202-633-2340
The Grand Atrium at Tysons
Located minutes from Tysons Corner Center, this dedicated banquet facility is perfect for corporate functions in the area. Housed in a dark red-brick building and trimmed with green awnings, one of Northern Virginia’s premiere sites is available for social events, casino nights and black-tie affairs. The facility offers extensive services from catering to music, beginning at $50 per person. 703-698-0228
Meadowlark Botanical Gardens
A favorite for weddings. The atrium, which consists of the Iris Room, Garden Room, Lilac Room and terrace, serves as the principal event facility with an indoor stream and fountain and 2,000-square-foot cathedreal skylight, offering space for 170 seated guests or 300 standing. A complete preparation kitchen and vendors lists is provided. The gardens are climate-controlled and seasonally landscaped. Located off 267 in Vienna, near Wolf Trap. 703-255-3631
Great Falls Grange
The Fairfax County Park Authority owns and operates nearly a dozen historical properties, including the Great Falls Grange, which was built in 1929 and is suitable for seated guests of 150, or a cocktail party of 200. Any type of ceremony can be held in the facility, complete with contemporary necessities. The 8-acre site includes picnic tables and a playground, and the neighboring Forestville Schoolhouse can be made available for small seminars. Located on Georgetown Pike, Route 193 West. 703-827-0609
Fauquier
Marriott Ranch
Marriott Ranch
Nearly 50 miles west of the Beltway in Hume is a corporate and social retreat with everything from scavenger hunts in Range Rovers to cooking classes. Forty-two hundred acres of activity space and 3,800 square feet of meeting space are available with private guest rooms or formal garden receptions. There’s even an “Old West” street with barbecue pits and picnic tables. 540-364-2627
Black Horse Inn
For more than 150 years, the Black Horse Inn has been a site of comfort and care, first as a hospital during the War Between the States and now as a nine-room bed-and-breakfast. Ideal for corporate retreats and weddings, the site includes private rooms and a gazebo. Regional activities include wine tasting, fox hunting and horseback riding. Canopied beds and Jacuzzis are valued added pleasures in this outside-the-Beltway inn. 540-349-4020
Ashby Inn
Only 40 minutes from Dulles in the rolling green hills of our hunt country is the 1829 Ashby Inn, a romantic and secluded getaway that is perfect for any wedding, and available for any gathering. The back lawns and patio with a view of the Blue Ridge foothills is the stuff of wedding planners’ dreams. Imaginative formal and buffet menus are constructed around any affair. 540-592-3900
Stafford
Gari Melchers Home and Studio
Potomac Point Winery
This winery has a number of rooms for banquets and parties—from a ballroom for large parties to a wine cave for more intimate events. This Mediterranean-style estate offers a number of Vines to Vows wedding packages, and rates range from hourly to full day, it’s all yours for a party of two or a gathering of 250. Potomac Point is located on the historic Widewater Peninsula near Quanitco. 540-446-2250
Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont
Gari Melchers was an American painter and sculptor who moved to Northern Virginia during WWI. Ten years after his death in 1942, his home and studio were bequeathed to Virginia, and today they are open for tours and available for events in the pavilion, which includes banquet seating for 100. The estate’s woodlands-surrounded gardens with summer house overlooking the Rappahannock River are also rentable for weddings and other festivities. 540-654-1015
The Riverside Center Conference Facility
Touted as Fredericksburg’s premiere multipurpose facility, this conference facility and adjoining dinner theater can host up to 450. Unlike other facilities, its versatility makes the center ideal for training seminars, trade shows and job fairs—an hour’s drive from D.C. on Interstate 95. If you want to get married in the historic region of Fredericksburg, Riverside Center should be on your must-consider list. 540-370-4300
Prince William
Old Manassas Courthouse
The Old Manassas Courthouse
The big man himself, President Taft, was here for the 1911 Peace Festival. Located in Old Town Manassas and surrounded by the rich history of the area, this architectural treasure was restored and rehabilitated eight years ago to include an elegant ballroom with tall glass windows looking down upon the manicured grounds, a prep kitchen and ease of access through a welcoming first-floor foyer. Tenting options are available on the grounds, too. The Courthouse is one of four rental options through county services in Prince William, starting at $350. 703-499-9812
Foxchase Manor
In the heart of Virginia Hunt Country is a Jeffersonian manor that includes two ballrooms. Through the marbled entrance hall, you can choose the grand ballroom with its 18-foot ceilings, 45 crystal chandeliers and accommodation capacity of 600 guests. The small ballroom seats half, and both rooms open upon the other for one impressively sized gathering. Both rooms are ideal for any wedding or corporate event with complete facilities for caterers. 703-369-3638
National Museum of the Marine Corps
National Museum of the Marine Corps
The first thing you notice is a titled mast atop a 160-foot glass atrium. Housed on a 135-acre site in Quantico is the new museum honoring America’s Devil Dogs and Leathernecks. But this facility is more than a museum exhibiting the Corps’ honored history. It includes a memorial park, parade grounds, a hotel, and conference and event facilities. Eight hundred and fifty seated guests, or 1,000 standing, can enjoy the opulent surroundings with catering provided by Guest Services, Inc., and admire the heritage of the brave men and women who defended our freedoms with their lives. Private access to exhibits and galleries also available. 703-649-2352
Piedmont Club
Thomas Jefferson knew this land well, but it wasn’t until Tom Fazio designed a world championship course that Haymarket landed on the map. While golf is the main theme, the good folks at the Piedmont Club offer indoor or outdoor facilities for any event imaginable. Every service and nuance conceivable is available, ranging from a dance floor to ice sculptures and personalized wine bottles, as well the usual chairs, tables and china options. Various packages are available for weddings and bar mitzvahs, or board meetings, or baby showers. Shout “Fore!” and watch the birdie. 703-753-5922
(April 2009)