Every year On Tap holds a service industry bowling league at Lucky Strike where several area restaurants and bars compete with each other (friendly competition of course!) for a trophy and major bragging rights. Every Tuesday for three weeks On Tap and Bud Light bring them together and this year Union Jack's in Bethesda took the trophy. Congratulations and thank you to everyone involved! Photos by Ashley Estill
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The 6th Annual Brewer’s Ball was held at the beautiful U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Guests were able to sample a variety of handcrafted ales and lagers from 16 top microbreweries and brewpubs in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, including a wine station. They also sampled some delicious food from some of the area’s eateries and restaurants. Proceeds from the event benefitted the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, which seeks the means to cure and control cystic fibrosis and to improve the quality of life for those with the disease. Photos by Alfredo Flores
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Lindy's Limo Rally was finally held on February 27 after an initial postponement due to a little snow in DC. The judging and post-rally celebration took place at Rumors, where the teams "unloaded" the results of their scavenger hunt for the judges and continued the big party. Photos by Mark Van Bergh
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Pink Jams! in partnership with the Greater Washington Fashion Chamber of Commerce presented headliner Betsey Johnson and 14 of the hottest Washington, DC designers in an one of a kind pink fashion show. Net proceeds benefit Pink Jams!, Avon Walk for Breast Cancer, and the DC Fashion Foundation. Held at Long View Gallery on February 24, 2010 in Washington, DC. Photographer: Tim Lundin ~ TDLphoto@gmail.com ~ http://TDLphoto.com
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On February 19 and 20, the producers of the Das Best Oktoberfest and the Beer Bourbon & BBQ Festival, presented the Chesapeake Oyster and Beer Festival in the Sunset Room. Festival goers were treated to a weekend of seafood, live music, exhibits, over 30 beers and wines...not to mention thousands of oysters. Photos by Greg Blakey
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The 5th Annual Chance for Life Charity Event was held at the historic and beautiful City Tavern Club in Georgetown. Hundreds of guests came together for a full day of poker, wine and posing for photos with the Washington Wizards dance team. The generous support of the attendees raised money to help find a cure for pediatric spinal cord cancer. The inspiration for the event, Kennedy Snyder, is now 9 and has spent the last year doing what she loves—enjoying life. But she is still in the need of a miracle and this event brought that reality just a bit closer. Photos by Alfredo Flores
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The 12th annual St. Jude Gourmet Gala: Mardi Gras for the Kids, was held Tuesday night at the National Building Museum. This fundraiser, which featured a silent auction, live auction and raffle, raised funds to support the care of children suffering from catastrophic and life-threatening diseases. Some of the D.C. area's finest restaurants provided the cuisine. The over $2 million raised over the years has helped support programs that include gene therapy, bone marrow transplants, immunology and AIDS vaccine research. Photos by Mark Van Bergh.
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Snowmageddon Part Deux at Bar Dupont As Washington, D.C., prepared for an additional two feet of snow, Bar Dupont was open and was home to Snowmageddon Part Deux. Those looking to warm up just prior to the massive Dupont Circle Snowball Fight were treated to Bratwurst and Cervelat Sausage, as well as serving mulled wine and a full bar. Photos by Alfredo Flores
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The Official Dupont Circle Snowball Fight Redux Over two feet of snow and windy blizzard conditions didn’t stop hundreds of people for returning to Dupont Circle for this gigantic snowball fight which pitted a North vs. South Dupont Circle rematch. Plenty of participants brought their flags, banners, shields, ammo trays, drums, furry costumes - and whatever else tickles their imagination. Photos by Alfredo Flores
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Every month, On Tap Magazine picks a local artist to feature. Someone we feel is "On the Verge." At the end of the year, what you get is a compilation CD we put together featuring a track from each of our amazing artists. On Saturday, January 23, On Tap held a celebratory concert at the Clarendon Grill featuring four of the bands on our CD, "On the Verge - Volume IV." The Cheaters, Rome In A Day, Crash Boom Bang and Hotspur all performed to a packed crowd in Clarendon. Photos by Ashley Estill.
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On Wednesday, January 27 the Ritz Carlton in DC played host to the 9th Annual Sugar & Champagne Affair. The event was hosted by Todd and Ellen Gray of Equinox Restaurant and Salamander Hospitality, all to honor the Washington Humane Society's oficers, who work to save the abused, lost and neglected animals. The affair also benefited the Humane Education program, designed to teach elementary school children compassion for animals. All night long, guests and their four-legged friends were greeted to sparkling wines, champagne, desserts from DC chefs, and of course a few treats for our furry friends. Photos by Kathy Wilmot
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K Street Kate was named Best Local Blog in Metromix's Best of 2009, so she wanted to have a bash to celebrate! Friends and fans gathered at Current Sushi & Lounge in DC. Activities and specials courtesy of KSK's current sponsors: Hollywood Tans, The Reserve, Ferrari & Maserati of Washington, Luxxery, PR @ Partners, Current Sushi, and Z Burger. Photos by Vithaya.
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Fashion Takes Flight kicked off their 2010 campaign and celebrated the beginning of their third anniversary. The event benefits Luke's Wings and took place at the Long View Gallery in DC. One of the highlights of the evening was the fashion show featuring models, DC United team members, and military service personnel. Photos by Vithaya.
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A DMV Helps Haiti Benefit Concert was held at the 9:30 Club in Washington D.C. Several DC area artists contributed: Blackcobain, K-Beta, Kingpen Slim, XO, Phil Ade feat. Raheem DeVaughn, Don Juan feat. Que & Deangelo Redman, Tabi Bonney feat. Beat Your Feet Kings, Hip Hop Caucus, and Wale headlined. The benefit concert was hosted by Chris Cole of BET’s College Hill South Beach. Organized by DMV Helps Haiti, ticket costs will be donated to the Partners in Health Organization and Yéle Haiti, founded by Wyclef Jean. Photos by Vithaya.
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The United Skeeball Association (www.unitedskeeball.com) took over H Street Country Club on Tuesday, January 12 for their very own skeeball league, DC's newest social outlet. Teams played one of their favorite pasttimes while enjoying Bud Lights, music and even a raffle with prizes that included movie passes and an iPod. For more information about the United Skeeball Association please visit www.meetup.com/unitedskeeballdc/ and stay tuned for their Super Bowl Party! Photos by Ashley Estill.
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