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From one Washington to another, Seattle native Susan Hunsinger moved to the District six years ago to go to The George Washington University. After graduating with a BA in Journalism and Mass Communications and working for the likes of NBC Nightly News, The New Yorker and The Daily Show with Jon Stewart she took her writing chops to the streets reporting for a DC lifestyle magazine. A legal assistant at a small Georgetown firm by day, by night Susan can often be seen romping through DC’s happy hour and night scenes with friends or hitting up local festivals, markets, concerts and restaurants on the weekend.

Corcoran Gallery Of Art Debuts Corcoran Uncorked

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Toast one of Washington’s most beloved art galleries all winter long! With it’s new series, Corcoran Uncorked, the Corcoran Gallery of Art invites guests to evening tours of the museum’s vast collection while being treated to some of the city’s most talented mixologists and wine experts.

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The series kicked of [...]

Goodwill Of Greater Washington’s Edited For Goodwill Holiday Pop-Up Shop

Edited for Goodwill

Following the success of their summer pop-up shop, Goodwill of Greater Washington is bringing Edited for Goodwill back just in time for the holidays. The space, donated by Pepco and designed by Gensler, won’t only be decked out with all of Goodwill’s finest winter apparel and accessories, but the interior will be turned into [...]

RX Cocktail At M Bar & Lounge To Benefit Children’s Miracle Network

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A few lucky local celebrities are getting honored with their own cocktails. RLife LIVE is throwing its next RX Cocktail Unveiling at the Renaissance Dupont Circle Hotel‘s M Bar for a unique blend of cocktails, culture, philanthropy and style.

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DJ Ca$$idy will be on hand to entertain while guests can [...]

Washington, DC Architects And Builders Host Gingertown To Benefit Local Charities

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Since 2006, Gingertown has been bringing together D.C.’s leading architects, designers and architectural firms to give back to the community by creating a sprawling holiday town using classic goodies like Reeses Pieces and candy canes. Hosted by David M. Schwarz Architects, each year features a different master plan and includes everything a miniature city [...]

Black Friday Shopping With Benefits At Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel

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We’ve all been there. Waking up at the crack of dawn after a big turkey dinner. Driving an hour to the nearest shopping mall only to find no available parking spaces. Fighting off enormous crowds for this year’s “it” toy. Every year Black Friday signifies the beginning of the holiday [...]

Halloween 2012 Events In Washington, DC

Neon Nights Party at the W Hotel

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In Washington, Halloween is much more than the typical neighborhood trick-or-treat romp, and this year is no exception. Halloween may still be two weeks away but with this year’s bounty of events, for children and adults, it’s best to get your plans in order ASAP. Here’s a list of some [...]

Washington, DC Bars Serve Politically-Themed Cocktails

Topaz Bar's Romney Root Beer and Obama's Home Sweet Home

With the presidential election just around the corner, the nation’s capital is stealing the spotlight and Washington’s nightlife is getting in on the action. Whether you’re Team Romney or Team Obama, several area bars are serving up some political drink menus to go along with all the debate drama.

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Recap: 2012 Fashion Of Goodwill Gala At The Italian Embassy

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(Photo Credit: Susan Hunsinger)

After taking a four-year hiatus, the 2012 Fashion of Goodwill definitely lived up to its theme, La Passione di Milano (The Passion of Milan) at the Italian Embassy. Washington’s chic and charitable all gathered to support the organization that provides teaching and employment for those in need. As Goodwill [...]

Union Market Opens In Washington, DC

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While it may still be a work in progress, the recently opened Union Market is already adding a spark to the ever-growing neighborhood known as NOMA (North of Massachusetts Avenue). Surrounded by older warehouses, the market itself stands out with its sleek design and bountiful vendors ready to give visitors a true taste of [...]

StreetWise Partners To Host 5th Annual Taste Of Success DC At Carnegie Institution For Science

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Foodies and philanthropists unite! StreetWise Partners is gearing up for its Fifth Annual Taste of Success DC next month. The event is a culinary cornucopia featuring local food, wine, beer and spirits. It supports the charitable organization’s goal to empower low-income individuals with the necessary business skills to find work.

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