JULY
INDUSTRY BUZZ, QR FATIGUE?
● KENDRA SCOTT SUMMER SOIREE - BETHESDA ROW - 6/22
● HELLO BETTY x MOCO PRIDE PARADE - PIKE & ROSE - 6/24
● HELLO BETTY DRAG BRUNCH - PIKE & ROSE - 6/25 & 7/23
● WEST ELM X POTAHTOHOME WORKSHOP - PIKE & ROSE - 6/24
● POTTING 101 AT THE SILL - BETHESDA ROW - 6/25
● WINE EXPO AT CHEESETIQUE - THE VILLAGE AT SHIRLINGTON - 6/29
● STARS & STRIKES AT PINSTRIPES - PIKE & ROSE - 6/30 - 7/9
● WILLIAMS SONOMA COOKING SERIES - BETHESDA ROW - 7/2, 7/9 & 7/16
● MAKERS MARKET - WESTPOST - 7/2
● SUMMER MOVIE SERIES - WESTPOST - 7/5
● MON AMI GABI BASTILLE DAY CELEBRATION - BETHESDA ROW - 7/14
● SPANISH DINER SUMMER OF SANGRIA PARTY - BETHESDA ROW - 7/16
● HELLO BETTY SEAFOOD BOIL - PIKE & ROSE - 7/16
● FOX 5 SUMMER ZIP TRIP - THE VILLAGE AT SHIRLINGTON - 7/21
● SPEED DATING AT BARK SOCIAL - PIKE & ROSE - 7/27
● ADDITIONAL EVENTS
Industry Buzz
The QR-code menu, a dining innovation that once looked like the future, has worn out its welcome with many restaurants, customers, and servers who say it takes the joy out of dining.
A recent New York Times op-ed analyzes the pros and cons of QR-code menus and if customers and staff are seeing fatigue.
What do you think?
Link to Facebook discussion.
Link to New York Times article*
*Subscription required for New York Times article.
Upcoming Events
KENDRA SCOTT SUMMER SOIREE - BETHESDA ROW - 6/22
Take your summer soiree to the next level when you accessorize with gorgeous summer jewelry. Join Kendra Scott at Bethesda Row for a Sip, Shop, and Style event including 20% Off Fashion Jewelry!
HELLO BETTY PRIDE PARADE - PIKE & ROSE - 6/24
From 1:30 - 5 PM. The queens are coming to Hello Betty for an epic dance party. The celebration will kick off a with an unforgettable performance and then move the party up to Hello Betty's boat bar. Serving curated Pride cocktails with 5% of proceeds donated to Moco Pride Center all month long.
HELLO BETTY DRAG BRUNCH - PIKE & ROSE - 6/25 AND 7/23
From 10 AM - 3 PM Absolutely Dragulous is at Hello Betty the fourth Sunday of every month for the hottest drag brunch in North Bethesda. Don’t miss out on high-energy performances paired with tasty brunch dishes.
WEST ELM X POTAHTOHOME WORKSHOP - PIKE & ROSE -
6/24
From 11 AM - 3:30 PM. Join PotahtoHome for a moss art workshop at West Elm, where you'll get to create your own moss frame masterpiece. All the materials will be provided. Bring your creativity and join us for this fun workshop.
Upcoming Events
POTTING 101 AT THE SILL - BETHESDA ROW - 6/25
From 7 - 8:30 PM. The Sill Team will teach you the basics on how to pot (or repot) your plants and will have the option to get your hands dirty. Class includes a live discussion, hands-on demonstration, and Q&A.
WINE EXPO AT CHEESETIQUE - THE VILLAGE AT SHIRLINGTON - 6/29
From 5 - 7 PM. Dozens of new wines for tasting, along with your own cheese & charcuterie sampler. Hop from station to station, sipping and learning as you go. Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 at the event.
STARS & STRIKES AT PINSTRIPES - PIKE & ROSE - 6/30 - 7/9
Spark your summer excitement at Pinstripes during “Stars & Strikes”. When email subscribers roll into the celebration with an hour of bowling, they’ll be rewarded with an extra hour on the house.
MAKERS MARKET - WESTPOST - 7/2
From 12 - 5 PM. The open-air market and live DJ performances is hosted on the Westpost plaza during the first Sunday of the month from April through October. 20-plus vendors will takeover the courtyard area to showcase their unique and handmade goods.
Upcoming Events
WILLIAMS SONOMA COOKING SERIES - BETHESDA ROW - 7/2, 7/9, & 7/16
From 11 - 11:30 AM. Get in the kitchen with Williams Sonoma during their Farmer’s Market series, with workshops in July including Citrus Tools, Garlic Tools, and Zesting & Grating! RSVP online.
SUMMER MOVIE SERIES - WESTPOST - 7/5
From 8 - 10:30 PM. Come watch “Charlie And The Chocolate Factory“ hosted by Mimi’s Handmade Ice Cream for the final showing of the summer movie series on the plaza. Spots are open to host in in the fall.
MON AMI GABI BASTILLE DAY CELEBRATION - BETHESDA ROW - 7/14
Bonne Fête Nationale! Mon Ami Gabi is raising a glass and toasting to France’s national Holiday – Bastille Day! To celebrate, Mon Ami Gabi is offering guests Bastille Day inspired specials available during dinner service from 7/13 to 7/19.
SPANISH DINER SUMMER OF SANGRIA PARTY - BETHESDA ROW - 7/16
From 5 - 8:30 PM. Summer is here at Spanish Diner, and there's no better way to celebrate than with an authentic fiesta. Enjoy a DJ, flamenco dancing, and more while sipping endless glasses of sangria, beer, and wine. The ticket price includes three and a half hours of food, drinks, and entertainment!
Upcoming Events
HELLO BETTY SEAFOOD BOIL - PIKE & ROSE - 7/16
From 6 - 10 PM. Bring some southern flare to Sundays with the Seafood Boil at Hello Betty. Gather family-style around the table and share in good food, cold drinks, and a dose of southern hospitality. Purchase tickets in advance.
FOX 5 SUMMER ZIP TRIP - THE VILLAGE AT SHIRLINGTON - 7/21
From 4 AM - 12 PM. The local Fox 5 DC morning show is coming to the Village At Shirlington to host a live morning show, featuring the shops, restaurants and people who make of the the neighborhood. Their crew will be onsite all morning and some traffic patterns may be redirected.
SPEED DATING AT BARK SOCIAL - PIKE & ROSE - 7/27
From 6 - 9 PM. Join DC Fray + Bark Social for our Dog Parent Speed Dating event. Grab a ticket today to enjoy two complimentary drinks, food specials and the chance to meet your dog’s new stepparent. No dog necessary to participate (but very encouraged)
Additional Events
FOXTROT SUMMER FRIDAYS - BETHESDA ROW
Giveaways, new products,s BOGO and more every Friday during the summer.
KENDRA SCOTT SIP, SHOP & STYLE EVENT - BETHESDA ROW
Sip & shop event on July 27th along with new sales and launches all month long.
BARK SOCIAL TRIVIA NIGHT - PIKE & ROSE
From 7- 9 PM every Tuesday night.
DJ FRIDAYS AND SONG FILLED SATURDAYS AT HELLO BETTY - PIKE & ROSE
From 6 - 9 PM. DJ every Friday during summer and a live band during select Saturdays performances.
PIKE CENTRAL FARMS MARKET - PIKE & ROSE
From 9 AM - 1:30 PM. Fresh produce from local farms every Saturday in the parking lot next to Bark Social
SIGNATURE THEATER - THE VILLAGE AT SHIRLINGTON
‘soul divas reprise’ from June 27 - July 9. ‘Disco Fever’ from July 25 - August 13.
TRIVIA NIGHT AT SAMUEL BECKETT’S - THE VILLAGE AT SHIRLINGTON
Starts at 7 PM on Tuesday nights. Hosted by Trivia Kings.
MATTIE & EDDIES OPEN MIC & LIVE MUSIC - WESTPOST
From 8 - 10 PM every Monday night.
SPARROW ROOM MAHJONG LESSONS - WESTPOST
Starting at 5:30 PM. Beginner and advanced lessons every Wednesday.
Thank You.
