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WL-HOSTED EVENT The Young and The Guest List ............................................

CONTENTS JUNE 2010 EDITOR’S LETTER ...................................................

FYIDC INSIDER'S GUIDE Get fit for summer ....................... SOCIAL CALENDAR A busy Spring comes to an end ..

POLLYWOOD POLLYWOOD SPECIAL Some inspiring words from rocker / philanthropist Bono and former President Bill Clinton with regard to their awards from the The Atlantic Council ............ The Atlantic Council Awards Dinner ................................... The Week Awards ...............................................................

HOLLYWOOD ON THE POTOMAC Inside the White House Correspondents' Association Weekend...................... WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENTS' ASSOCIATION DINNER COVERAGE Behind the

THE MAKING OF YGL Go behind the scenes of our b party of the year and one of Washington's hottest tickets ....... AROUND TOWN .......................................................... Folger Shakespeare Gala ..................................................

LIFE OF THE PARTY

Signature Theatre Gala ....................................................

WL-SPONSORED EVENTS

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The Phillips Gala ..............................................................

LIFESTYLES

Shakespeare Theatre's Will on the Hill ..................................

WL FASHION Once Upon a Saturday............................

Kennedy Center Spring Gala ..............................................

WL LUXURY TRAVEL A Haven on the Bay ...............

Arena Stage's 'Swingin' with Sophisticated Ladies' ................

HOME LIFE

Trust for the National Mall Luncheon .................................. Ball on the Mall .................................................................

INSIDE HOMES Ernesto Santalla explores architect Deb Kalkstein's contemporary home oasis......................................

Helen Hayes Awards...........................................................

RE NEWS Pre-summer sales!.............................................

Rebecca Taylor trunk show at Urban Chic .............................

REALTOR ROUNDUPHear what the top sells have to about the current real estate market in the region....................

Jeté Society Dance Party......................................................

Virginia Gold Cup............................................................. Washington Life and Becky's Fund Tent at Gold Cup ......... The Preakness ....................................................................

HISTORICAL LANDSCAPES Ladies of the salon ..... OPEN HOUSE Something for everyone...........................

SPECIAL FEATURES THE PHILANTHROPIC Meet the area's leading

WL-EXCLUSIVE EVENTS Impact Film & Arts Fund First Amendment Party.................

benefactors for education, the environment, the community, hea and the visual and performing arts .........................................

velvet rope at the Washington Hilton, Bloomberg/Vanity Fair after party, MSNBC after party, and the McLaughlin and Haddad brunches ...................................................................

Laura Bush book reception...................................................

WL WEALTH ROUNDTABLE Hear what the experts to say about the latest financial trends ....................................

Vatican Embassy reception ...................................................

PHILANTHROPY'S GRAND SLAM They're not on

DIPLOMATIC DANCE Two moves and a marriage.......

Life with Cancer Lobsterfest.................................................

winning on the field, these Nationals players are making thei presence felt in the community as well ....................................

ON THE COVER Bono and President Bill Clinton at the Atlantic Council Awards Dinner. (Photo by Tony Powell). Bradley Cooper (Photo by Tony Powell) and Scarlett Johansson (Pho Joshua Roberts). ABOVE FROM LEFT PHILLIP LIM yellow dress with circle cut-out lace design and jewel shoulder detail ($750) and TASHKENT BY CHEYENNE “J. Collette” gra out calfskin booties with blow embellishment ($695); Available at Muléh, www.muleh.com (Photo by Yulia Gorbachenko) / Arlene and Bob Kogod head up our Visual Arts philanthropy Sex and the City's Kristin Davis at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner. (Photo by Tony Powell) / Saddling up at the Virginia Gold Cup. (Photo by Kyle Samperton).

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EDITOR’S LETTER

Philanthropy Lives! Generosity abounds in the capital – despite many reasons not to give

e weren’t q u i t e sure what the bottom line would be when work started on our third annual philanthropy issue. To be frank, we expected our findings could be too depressing to report on account of the recent economic downturn. Happy to say, that turned out to not be the case.While many worthy organizations lost financial support from government, corporate, and individual sources in the past year and a half, most have managed to survive quite nicely after all. Generous gifts from David Rubenstein (to the Library of Congress) and Adrienne Arsht (to the Kennedy Center) made headlines in recent months, setting a standard and contributing to a momentum that we noticed as we compiled our “Philanthropic 50” list of notable donors to the visual and performing arts, education, health care, and the environment. To those who made the cut, we salute your extra special generosity. It will long be remembered and appreciated. Worthy causes need more support than ever these days. That’s why it is so important that benefactors take extra care to preserve capital for the future. With that in mind, we convened our most recent Financial Roundtable with six of the Washington area’s top wealth advisors. Ed Mathias of the Carlyle Group moderated a diverse group to discuss pressing issues facing today’s investors. Thanks to Christopher Sargent (Wachovia Securities), Peter Welber (Chevy Chase Trust), Stephen Thormahlen (PNC Bank), Michael Hankin (Brown Advisory Holdings) and Steve Comiskey (Morgan Stanley Smith Barney) for their elucidating views on stocks, bonds, gold, emerging markets, and other investment opportunities. Thanks also to Bernie McGinn (McGinn Investment Management), Mark Graham snd Rex Macey (Wilmington Trust), and Paul Veith and Matthew Gelfand (Rockefeller Financial) for their informative editorial conributions. Moving on to lighter fare, this month’s Pollywood takes you inside this year’s White House Correspondents’Association Dinner and all the best parties before, during and after this most exclusive gathering of political, media and entertainment stars. We got to the most exclusive of them all, the Bloomberg/Vanity Fair party, after the big dinner honoring President Obama (where I was honored to be seated with Vanity Fair). We also

Editor in Chief Nancy Bagley (in blue) with Jonathan Capehart, Chantal Botana, and Karen Finney; Managing Editor Karin Tanabe, wearing Karen Millen at WL’s Young and the Guest List soirée; and Executive Editor Michael Clements, with actor Steven Weber at the Impact Ats + Film Fund’s White House Correspondent’s Dinner event. You can keep up with Karen and Michael as they host ongoing WLTV coverage online of Washington’s hottest and most exclusive events. (Photos by Janet Donovan, Joseph Allen and Tony Powell)

covered the Atlantic Council’s annual dinner where we were privileged to be among the heavyweights listening as this month’s “cover gentlemen,” former President Bill Clinton and Bono, addressed concerns about America’s continuing commitment to internationalism. Another former presidential family member was present at the Embassy of Kuwait when a bipartisan crowd feted Laura Bush upon publication of her best-selling memoir, “Spoken From the Heart.” We have many pages devoted to WL-sponsored festivities including the Phillips Collection Gala, the Helen Hayes Awards, Arena Stage’s benefit, and the Trust for the National Mall luncheon and young supporters’ ball. Don’t forget our own Young & the Guest List party at the historic Washington Club, which has become one of the city’s top parties for the under-40 set. We are so grateful to the event planners, florists, DJs, musicians, and everyone else who helped produce our most spectacular event ever!

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JUNE DC JAZZ FESTIVAL

01- 13

Join celebrated musician Paquito D’Rivera, Dianne Reeves, Poncho Sanchez, Eddie Palmieri, and Roy SPONSORED Hargrove, at this year’s 13-day festival, featuring over 100 events in nearly 50 venues throughout the city. June 1-13; tickets for major events range from $20-$40; go to www.dcjazzfest.org for a full schedule of events.

NIGHT OF HEROES GALA

The Pentagon Federal Credit Union Foundation’s annual gala features FOX News’ Chris Wallace as master of ceremonies, a keynote speech by Condoleezza Rice, and an awards ceremony honoring individuals in the intelligence and special operations communities. The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.; 6 p.m.; $1,000; black-tie; contact Pauline Poh at 703-838-1085 or pauline.poh@penfed.org.

FRIENDS OF THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY IN AFGHANISTAN BENEFIT DINNER

Laura Bush will be honored for her support and contribution to education efforts in Afghanistan. Members of Congress and diplomats gather for a special evening celebrating Afghanistan’s only independent, private, non-profit coeducational institution of higher learning. The National Museum of Women in the Arts; 6:30 p.m.; $500; cocktail attire; contact Heidi Schaler at 202-580-6666 or heidi.schaler@ friendsofauaf.org.

TEA-OFF TO GOOD HEALTH

Help the Jamaican Women of Washington fight homelessness at the organization’s annual fête, which always features colorful clothes, cocktails, and great food. Four Seasons hotel.; 4:30 p.m.; $150 general admission; $250 VIP tickets; festive attire; contact 202-756-4810 for more information. LOMBARDI CENTER MEN’S EVENT

Support the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center by joining top physicians and researchers for a delicious steak and lobster dinner, live auction, and door prizes. Morton’s The Steakhouse, 1050 Connecticut Ave. NW; 6 p.m.; $500; business attire; contact Elena Jeannotte at 202-687-3866 or ej48@ georgetown.edu.

THE BARK BALL

Join the city’s most stylish fourlegged friends for at a benefit to raise funds for the Washington Humane Society. FOX 5 anchor SPONSORED Allison Seymour serves as emcee of the 23rd annual event, which features silent and live auctions, dinner, and even a “doggie bar” for benefactors’ canine companions. The Washington Hilton; 6:30 p.m. cocktails, 8 p.m. dinner and program; $250; black-tie; contact Stacey Severe at 202683-1822 or sssevere@washhumane.org.

PARK HYATT’S MASTERS OF FOOD & WINE TOUR

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Food and wine connoisseurs, take note! The Park Hyatt Washington, D.C. presents an exclusive fourSPONSORED day series of events featuring local, sustainable cuisine, and exceptional wine. June 17-20; Park Hyatt Washington, D.C.; for a complete schedule of events, go to www.mastersfoodandwine.com.

SILVERDOCS OPENING NIGHT

Attend the ever-popular AFIDiscovery Channel SilverDocs Documentary Festival on it’s opening night, featuring the SPONSORED highly-anticipated Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Exposes the Hidden Side of Everything. It’s sure to be the right kickoff for seven packed days featuring over 80 films. AFI Silver Theatre.; for pricing and more information, go to www.silverdocs.com.

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leaders were such thespians! Thanks to the Shakespeare Theatre’s Will on the Hill, audience members got to watch Sen. Roger Wicker as the president who can’t stop quoting the Bard on the eve of his State of the Union speech. His top aides and Sen. Richard Lugar (playing the VP) try to apply Shakespeare to his political agenda to snap him out of it. Lugar, clearly having a ball, had the crowd guﬀawing, as did Reps. Jesse Jackson Jr. and Jim McDermo with the “Prick me, do I not bleed?” speech from “The Merchant of Venice.” Another highlight of the evening: Act III, Scene 2 of “As You Like It,” performed by the very talented students from Springdale, Maryland’s Charles Herbert Flowers High School.

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KENNEDY CENTER SPRING GALA The Kennedy Center PHOTOS BY JOSEPH ALLEN

SPRING FLING This year’s Kennedy Center Spring

Wilma Bernstein, Donna McLarty, Jackie Duberstein, and Wendy Jones Don Smith and Nancy Brinker

Nancy Pelosi and Harolyn Blackwell

Gala celebrated its founding chairman, the late Roger L. Stevens, by paying tribute to his legacy, including the 250 plays and musicals he produced throughout his illustrious career (among them: Annie, Showboat, West Side Story, and Les Miserables.) The event secures critical funding for the Kennedy Center’s artistic programming, education, and outreach programs. ON WITH THE SHOW: The evening featured performances and appearances by Broadway actors Aaron Lazar and Ben Vereen, dancers from the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Tony Award–winning actress Elizabeth Ashley, opera singers Elmore James and Harolyn Blackwell, Emmy-Award-winning actress Judith Light, Andrea McArdle, Charlo e D’Amboise, the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra, and many others. The evening began with a twilight cocktail reception on the Terrace, followed by a seated dinner.

Steve and Christine Schwartzman Mike and Susan Harreld

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Sean and Hilary O’Hollaren, Julie Felgar, Ken Duberstein, and Tim Keating

Emilio Estefan, Adrienne Arsht, and Sherburne Abbott

Alice and David Rubenstein

Ann and Vernon Jordan

Barbara Harrison and Calvin Cafritz Ann Korologos, with Rose, Ann, and Tim Keating

Tim Keating, Tom Korologos, and Mack McLarty

Please join us at the Third Annual

Friday, September 24, 2010 Beneﬁting “Life with Cancer” Joan Hisaoka, founder and president of Hisaoka Public Relations was 48, when she lost her battle with cancer on May 14, 2008. This Gala was created to honor Joan and her dream of assisting those living with cancer. Through the Gala, we will continue her unﬁnished work by supporting organizations who bring hope and healing to those faced with serious illness. Mr. Robert G. Hisaoka, Event Chair Carolyn Peterson, Hope & Healing Award Honoree Four course menu with wine pairings (named by Washington Life as the best food and wine event in 2009) prepared by CityZen with the James Beard Award winning chef Eric Ziebold.

Mandarin Oriental, Washington, DC 6:00 pm - Cocktail Reception & Silent Auction

7:30 pm - Dinner, Live Auction, and Dancing

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For more information about the Third Annual Joan Hisaoka “Make a Difference” Gala Beneﬁting “Life with Cancer” and The Smith Farm Center for Healing and the Arts and sponsorship details, or to purchase tickets, please contact Rebecca Zweig at 202-543-7388 or makeadifference@aboutbravo.com http://www.JoanHisaokaGala.org

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ARENA STAGE GALA

Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. Janine DiVita and Sean Turi

The Lincoln Theatre

Lindsay Czarniak

PHOTOS BY TONY POWELL

SWINGIN’ AND SOPHISTICATED Famed choreographer

Barbara Wilson

Maurice Hines gave tips on how to dance to prominent Washingtonians along with the cast of the smash hit “Duke Ellington’s Sophisticated Ladies” at this year’s Arena Stage Beneﬁt for Community Engagement. Guests dressed in “Co#on Club couture” for cocktails, dinner, and an original, one-night-only performance by local community leaders and politicians showing oﬀ their Duke Ellington-inspired talents. Actor James Earl Jones (who jump-started his career in 1967 at Arena Stage) and Rep. Norman D. Dicks were honored for their contributions to the national arts community. The event raised over $260,000 for Arena’s Community Engagement programs, which enriches the lives of 20,000 students across the region. The evening’s lead sponsors included Clark Construction Group and Lockheed Martin.

Beneﬁt Co-Chairs Michele Berman and Beth Newburger Miss DC 2009 Jen Corey

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Maurice Hines Desiree Urquhart

Tap dance stars John and Leo Manzari

Dorothy and Bill McSweeny

Jackie Carl

John Thomas, Tara Lloyd, Valerie Thomas, and Andy Petiti

Susie and Rep. Norman D. Dicks

David Shiﬀrin and Jack Davies

Laurie and Bob Monahan

Sally Akridge, Grace Bender, and Caroline Boutte

Jean Marie Fernandez and Mary Haft

Maxine Issacs and Tom Daschle

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TRUST FOR THE NATIONAL MALL LUNCHEON The National Mall PHOTOS BY KYLE SAMPERTON

Barbara and Gerald Lang, and Deborah Royster

PROPER TOPPERS The biggest show of hats in Washington since civil rights icon Dorothy Height’s funeral wowed the crowd – and more than a few gawking tourists – as they gathered for the Trust’s annual luncheon under a circus-sized tent despite steamy temperatures. MISSION Trust Chairman John E. “Chip” Akridge spoke of raising more than $5 million to date to help restore and improve the Mall (as a nonproﬁt partner of the National Park Service) and make it a more welcoming place for its 30 million annual visitors. HALLOWED GROUND Historian/journalist Walter Isaacson reminded 800 supporters of the Mall’s aﬃnity with the Boston Common, “a place where all could come together to share ideas and express themselves.” The Washington Mall, he said, “is America’s common ground.” VIEW ALL THE PHOTOS AT WWW WASHINGTONLIFE COM!

Veronica Sarukhan and Mexican Amb. Arturo Sarukhan

Aileen Train

Susan Colby Romana Li Kristen Olson

Charlotte Buxton and Pat Sagon Nina and Philip Pillsbury, Kathe Williamson

Mayor Adrian Fenty, Chip Akridge, and Walterand Cathy Issacson

David and Mary Ann Bradley

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BALL ON THE MALL The National Mall PHOTOS BY TONY POWELL

Emily Miller, Ben Swig and Tara Palmieri

Mexican Amb. Arturo Sarukhan and Veronica Valencia with Clara Brillembourg and George Chopivsky Andrew Bullion and Stefanie Ball

A NATIONAL TREASURE: Windblown was the look du soir at the L’Enfant Society’s second annual Ball on the Mall. With two spectacular tents,, one for dinner and another for dancing and dessert, the revelers at the sold-out black-tie aﬀair soon moved from speeches and supper to DJs and photo ops. A&er all, there are only so many times you ﬁnd yourself in a tuxedo with the Capitol on one side and the Washington Monument on the other. It was hard not to relive the ’80s with celebrity guest Ricky Schroder in a#endance, and while there were rumors that Whitney Houston was going to make a cameo, the starlet somehow never made it. Never mind. It was still one of the best events of the year, with more than 800 of Washington’s young philanthropists dancing till the lights came on. DANCING IN THE MOONLIGHT: Ashley Taylor and Austin Bryan, Fiona and Bri West, Amy Cenicola, Gina Ormond, Courtney Moss, Kate Michael, Audrey Slade, Yvonne Lauble, Pamela Sorensen, Heather Guay, Sarah Holmberg, Jennifer DeCasper, Darby Morgan, and Douglas Bonner.

Brady Nolan, Kara O’Connell, Ben Pﬁnsgraﬀ, and Katie McVeigh Mike and Julie Connors with Patricia Sagon and Chuck Miller

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Dora Douglass, Ben Swig, Kim McIntyre, and Elizabeth Benoit

Wolcott Henry

Sally and Chip Akridge

Rick Schroder and Alexa Chopivsky Donald and Deborah Sigmund

Joe Cottone and Kit Johnson Dave Pollin and Lindsay Stroud

Charles Rockefeller and Nat Fogg

Cyana Cook, Kelsey Rae Grouge, and Ben Cunis

Jennifer Cover Payne and Wardell Payne

Sarah Taurchini and Natalie Berk Emma Jaster and Matt Pearson Karissa Swanagan and Eleasha Gamble

Mary Werntz and Salma Qarnain

Irina and Paata Tsikurishvili

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HELEN HAYES AWARDS Warner Theatre and JW Marriott Hotel PHOTOS BY TONY POWELL

Erin Weaver and Holly Twyford Maurice Hines

ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE Directors, producers, actors, lighting and sound directors, stage crew, and faithful supporters honored outstanding theater folk at the 26th annual Helen Hayes Awards. The evening is a full on celebration of the vibrancy of the Washington theatre scene and includes a gauntlet of fun that incorporates pre-cocktails, dinner, an awards presentation, and a very lively cast party. The Helen Hayes Awards is dedicated to preserving the legacy of America’s ﬁrst lady of the stage and growing our local theater community. LEADING ACTORS: Edward Albee, Laurence O’Dwyer, Jim Brochu, Karl Miller, and Marcia Milgrom Dodge were among this year’s honorees.

Stacy Keach

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Victor Shargai The Cast of “Rent”

Edward Albee

Katie Maguire and Catalina Lavalle

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Chelsea Handler, Katie Couric, and Ashley Judd make the scene at the White House Correspondents Association Dinner (Photo by Tony Powell)

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Agents of Change Former President Bill Clinton and Bono, the lead singer of U2, were among the international leaders recently honored at the 2010 Atlantic Council Awards Dinner. We excerpt their memorable speeches here.

BONO There’s a lot of you and I want to thank you. These peaceniks, like that cat Billy Clinton from Arkansas – I mean, here’s an extraordinary guy who’s – not just his work that he’s done with President Bush in Haiti but negotiating the prices of life – saving anti-retroviral drugs to fight AIDS and making sure that the prices are down or free. He’s really changed the game for us in the fight against HIV/AIDS. I first met him when we were working on debt cancellation and he kicked that off and it was followed through by his successor brilliantly. And between those two presidents, I can tell you they really made an enormous difference particularly on the continent of Africa. And I can report to you this evening that as a result of debt cancellation – and I see Cardinal McCarrick here too, another activist for debt cancellation. As a result of debt cancellation, there are an extra 40 million children going to school on the continent of Africa. That’s extraordinary. Chuck Hagel, Bono, and John McCain at the Atlantic Council 2010 Annual Awards Dinner. (Photo by Tony Powell)

And how about that cat, Bob Gates? He’s done a lot of covert work in his time – black ops – but who’d have thought he’d be calling a budget chairman to fight for the 150 Foreign Assistance account? A secretary of defense who hammers Congress for more aid? I mean, are you people on drugs? It’s like, what is going on? That other well-known hippie, Jim Jones – I mean, Gen. Jones just blew my mind a few years ago. He rang me up at home one weekend in Dublin. My boy John, little boy, so excited, he says, “Daddy, there’s a general on

the phone for you. Does he have a tank?” I said, “Yes, yes, John, lots of them. And other stuff. ” But Gen. Jones wanted to talk about the work we were doing on the ONE Campaign and he said some very striking things. He said, “I’m a Marine, Bono.” I said, “Yes, yes, I know – sir!” He said, the men and women of the Marine Corps are the most extraordinary people on the planet. He talked about Omaha Beach; he talked about the courage it takes to lay down your life. And he said these brave men and women, don’t mind taking hostile fire for the right reasons, but they do mind taking hostile fire for the wrong reasons. I asked the general, “what’s the wrong reason?” He said, “being American ... “when people have the wrong idea about us.” It sent a shiver down my spine. He sensed that Americans wanted to show the world what they were for as well as what they were against. And he told me that the fight against poverty reminds the world of American values, which in turn helps to make America more secure. He was incredibly knowledgeable about development stuff and I was really taken aback by him. Why did the general’s words send such a shiver down my spine? If you haven’t noticed, my spine is Irish, and why should I care? Well, because all of us have a stake in this word “America.” From rock stars in D.C. to street kids in Rio, from Harlem to Haiti from Cape Town to Cairo, we all have a stake in this word, “America.”

BILL CLINTON We live in an interdependent world. It has three huge problems: It is too unequal. It is too unstable. And because of the changes in the climate, it is not sustainable. And so I submit to you that whether you’re honoring someone like my friend Bono who sang in the rain at my library dedication or generals in a joint command for NATO or pushing the Afghan mission or a great banker who also believes that we can change the way we produce and consume energy – every one of them in different ways is involved in affirming our common humanity and reacting to the realities of the time by trying to make the world less unequal or less unstable or less unsustainable. And that’s why the Atlantic alliance is relevant today. That’s why we should really care about our friends in Greece. It’s a great country. They made a mistake. I remember pleading for help for Argentina when they got in trouble not long after I left office. And one of the members of the second President Bush’s administration who was a very good friend of mine – a man I respected then and I respect now. We had a heck of an argument over this. He said, why should we help them? They screwed up. I said, yeah, they did. I said, do you ever need any help when you didn’t screw up? Last time I checked, that’s when we all need help. If we went around life perfect, none of us would ever need any help from anybody else. I say that to drive home why I’m honored to be here, why I think the Atlantic Council is important, why I think the Atlantic institutions are important, why I think nuclear cooperation is important. If you ask me my position on anything – and I mean anything – a little switch in my mind goes on and I ask myself, will this build up the positive forces of interdependence and reduce the negative ones? If it will, I’m for it. If it won’t, I’m against it. We all need a framework like that.

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Bono and Bill Clinton backstage at the 2010 Atlantic Council Awards Dinner. (Photo by Tony Powell)

Sen. John McCain, Mika Brzezinski, Joe Scarborough, and Chuck Hagel Paula Dobriansky, Fred Kemp, and Pamela Meyer

Anna Eliasson Schamis and Baaba Maal

Kerry and Andrew Blair

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Eva and Swedish Amb. Jonas Hafstrom

The Ritz-Carlton Washington PHOTOS BY TONY POWELL

Brent Scowcroft and Kathy Fletcher

PROMOTING PEACE It may have been the first time in his career that Bill Clinton was called “a cat from Arkansas,” and the man who called him thus was none other than U2 frontman, Bono. The comment was of course followed by remarks about Clinton being an extraordinary leader. Both Clinton and Bono were presented with awards, the former for Distinguished International Leadership and the la#er for Distinguished Humanitarian Leadership. Gen. James Ma is, Gen. Stéphane Abrial, and Dr. Josef Ackermann were also honored. Bono, who caused a stir usually reserved for si#ing presidents or teen idols, was honored for raising awareness and resources to help fight poverty in Africa, while Clinton’s efforts to expand NATO and end genocide in the Balkans earned accolades. IN ATTENDANCE United Artab Emirates Amb. Yousef Al-Otaiba, Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, Fred Kempe, Energy Secretary Steven Chu, Senator Jack Reed, Carol and Ken Adelman, Lloyd and Ann Hand, Shirley and DeVier Pierson, and Susan Blumenthal were among the a#endees from more than 50 countries, including eight former heads of state and government, U.S and European government officials, over 40 abassadors to the U.S. and 30 chief executives of global companies. VIEW ALL THE PHOTOS AT WWW WASHINGTONLIFE COM!

Jim and Jennifer Signora and David and Mikel Blair

Charlie Rose

Mark and Natalia Brzezinski

Gen. Jim Jones and Joe Robert Jr.

French Amb. Pierre Vimont and Moroccan Amb. Aziz Mekouar

CIA Director Leon Panetta Marcelle and Sen. Patrick Leahy

Hilda Brillembourg and Brian Henderson

Admiral Mike Mullen with Michaela and Gen. Stéfan Abrial

Tucker and Susie Carlson Mika Brzezinski and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse

Mike Feldman and Louis Burgdorf

Tina Brown, Robert Hormats, Sir Harold Evans, Margaret Carlson, and Rahm Emanuel Mark and Natalia Brzezinski

Ezra Klein

THE WEEK OPINION AWARDS W Hotel PHOTOS BY TONY POWELL

LIVELY DISCUSSION: Sen. Amy Klobuchar, House Republican Whip Eric Cantor, and GOP strategist Steve Schmidt’s tepid assertions that “bipartisanship was alive and well” didn’t exactly sway an audience that was soon roaring approval when Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell called it “dead as a doornail.” Things got even more lively when talk turned to the Florida Senate race at the sprightly news weekly’s seventh annual awards honoring journalists in three categories: Jonathan Chait of The New Republic (columnist), The Washington’s Post’s Ezra Klein (blogger), and the Pi sburgh Post-Gaze e’s Rob Rogers (editorial cartoonist).

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Savannah Guthrie and Sarah Feinberg

Jake Siewart

Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell and Sen. Amy Klobuchar William Falk Ben Bradlee and Jerry Rafshoon

Jonathan Chait

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Mystery and Tradition Authors reveal new material on the Chandra Levy’s murder case; Actor Dennis Quaid brunches for a cause during the White House Correspondents Association week-end B Y J A N E T D O N O VA N

STILL UNFOLDING TALE It had all the elements of a Hollywood blockbuster: sex, glamour, scandal, fame, murder and the proverbial intern. The disappearance and murder of 24-year-old Chandra Levy haunts us still, and was the impetus for “Finding Chandra: A True Washington Murder Mystery” (Scribner)” by the Washington Post’s Pulitzer Prize winning team Scott Higham and Sari Horwitz. The Levy case became the most famous unsolved murder in recent Washington history. Like so many other young women before and after her, Levy was captivated not only by the power exuding from the halls of Congress but by Gary Condit, a much older married California congressman. When she disappeared, secrets surfaced: Levy and Condit had been carrying on a steamy affair, which assure months of incessantly breaking news. The soap opera “ruined a lot of lives” the authors claim. Why all the interest now, some eight years later? Because it wasn’t until 2009 that Ingmar Guandique was arrested for Levy’s murder. “Scott and I were assigned in 2007 by our editors to take a look at the case. With everything that has been written about it, you would think that people know the story, but they don’t know the real story. We found so many new revelations,” Horwitz says. “We found out that some of the women who had been involved with Gary Condit told the FBI and the police department that they were fearful for Chandra Levy’s life because of their own experiences with the congressman.” “The police had tunnel vision about

recently been the victim of medical malpractice when his newborn twins nearly died from a drug overdose. With Dr. Charles Denham of The Quaid Foundation in tow at the Thomson Reuters/ McLaughlin Brunch on the rooftop of the Hay Adams, it was clear that the actor had come to Washington for more than just the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner. Since his devastating experience, Quaid has become an international champion for patient safety and you can expect to see him lobbying on Capital Hill. The charismatic star of “Great Balls of Fire” and “Far From Heaven” arrived early, stayed late, chatted up guests Above: Dennis Quaid and and graciously posed for photos with WJLA’s Rebecca Cooper at the fans of both genders. Thomson Reuters/ McLaughlin Brunch at the Hay Adams. Left: Overheard comments on the Scott Higham and Sari Horwitz, WHCAD Weekend: authors of a recent book on the Mort Zuckerman: “The dinner Chandra Levy murder case. was really terrific because Obama’s Condit,” Horowitz adds, nothing that they humor and timing were outstanding. “missed the man now charged with her If Jay Leno works at it, he can become a murder who had been hiding in plain sight. professional.” The press also had a tremendous rush to Georgette Mosbacher: “I probably judgment. There were so many rumors that shouldn’t admit that I’ve been coming to this were not substantiated.” dinner since 1988; it’s like admitting your age. But this is Hollywood: Condit, with his Anyway, it’s one of those Washington traditions blow dryed hair and infectious smile, made a where you get to see the president in a fun better story and the press needed their daily mood and catch up with old friends.” fix; Guandique just wouldn’t do. John McLaughlin: “This is our 27th party Nine years later, Levy’s family is still here. I relish them because we engage in devastated; other members of Congress get friendly conversation and catch up on our involved in scandals; no one cares if Gary families. The White House in the background Condit is having a hard time; Guandique awaits reminds us what we have been through as a trial; and Washingtonians continue to wonder nation. It is a beacon of hope.” if a missing piece of the puzzle remains. Spotted: Mary and Mandy Ourisman, T. Boone Pickens, Dan Glickman, Mark A BRUNCH TRADITION Barondess, Lally Weymouth, Beth Dororetz, You sure couldn’t tell by his laid back Rita Cosby, David Corn, Eleanor Clift, Arianna and friendly manner that Dennis Quaid had Huffington and Dana Delaney.

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Betty White Colin Powell and Madeleine Albright

Jessica Alba and Cash Warren

Jimmy Fallon

Tim Daly and Gloria Reuben

Kristin Davis

WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENTS ASSOCIATION DINNER

Bradley Cooper and Conal Byrne

The Washington Hilton PHOTOS BY TONY POWELL

Washington’s annual media “prom” features a major mix of reporters, actors, producers, movie stars, and other assorted gli#erati who come to mix, mingle, drink and dine – and maybe even catch the eye of the president before he slips in under heavy security to be honored by his “friends” in the press. As usual, there were gaggles of gawkers, ﬂashing photographers, rubberneckers galore, and a glib presidential “address” specially cra&ed by some of the best speechwriters in the business. It’s a diﬃcult act to follow and a tough audience even for the funniest of funny men – as Jay Leno discovered (to his chagrin) this year. VIEW ALL THE PHOTOS AT WWW WASHINGTONLIFE COM!

Bianna Golodryga and Peter Orszag

Marlon Wayans and Omar Epps

Desiree Rogers Julius Genachowski and Rachel Goslins with Debbie and Rocco Landesman

Roger Ailes and Rep. David Dreier

Valerie Jarrett and Katharine Weymouth

Sharon Rockefeller, John Fox Sullivan, Sen. John D. Rockefeller IV, and Brent Scowcroft

New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg

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Terrence Howard and wife Michelle

IMPACT ARTS + FILM FUND FIRST AMENDMENT PARTY Cady’s Alley, Georgetown PHOTOS BY SAMANTHA STRAUSS & TONY POWELL

Rob Garza and Eric Hilton of Thievery Corporation Matthew Morrison

RIGHT TO PARTY The 2010 White House Correspondents Dinner weekend kicked-off with a bang at the Impact Arts + Film Fund’s (IAFF) second annual “First Amendment Party.” The IAFF is a D.C.-based non-profit organization that serves as a platform for the arts, documentary, and narrative filmmaking geared toward the political arena. The group partnered with Funny or Die and The Washington Post for this hot ticket, which celebrated creative industry players who use their right to freedom of speech to make a difference in the arts. The event featured a wall of Funny or Die political satire videos, Thievery Corporation on the DJ decks, and plenty of star-power. IMPACTED: Chace Crawford, Tim Daly, Richard Schiff, Joe Mazzello, Tammy Haddad, Angela Kinsey, Jeanne Wolak, Chris Womak, Erik Huey, Rich Taylor, Jonathan Lamy, Melissa Maxfield, Lyndon Boozer, Funny or Die’s Mike Farah and Jake Szymanski, Berry and Jill Trimble, Lane Luskey, Tanya Lombard, Winston Bao Lord, and Mark Ein.

Adrian Grenier with Tony Romo

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Reggie Love

Elizabeth Shue and Davis Guggenheim Amb. Ron Kirk and Jo Cooper

Matt Dornic and Kimball Stroud

Nicole Boxer, Marc Adelman, and Ann Edelberg

Steven Weber

Amy Argetsinger and Todd Flournoy

Katharine Weymouth

Kevin, Nick, and Joe Jonas

Richard Wolﬀe Davis Guggenheim and Elizabeth Shue Chase Crawford, Joe Mazzello, Eric Podwall, and Matthew Morrison Wendy and Rupert Murdoch, Tammy Haddad, and Ted Greenberg

Chevy and Janie Chase, with Margaret Carlson

POWER BRUNCH Tammy Haddad and Ted Greenberg Residence PHOTOS BY TONY POWELL

Arianna Huﬃngton

Wolf Blitzer John King and Dana Bash

Chris and Kathleen Matthews Gayle King and Hilary Rosen

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The now-famous garden party hosted by producer/power broker Tammy Haddad and her husband Ted Greenberg with Hilary Rosen, David Adler, Jim Courtovich, Alex Castellanos, Debra Lee, Steve McMahon and Franco Nuschese a#racted the usual mix of over 500 guests from the media, business, and political worlds and an evergrowing contingent of ﬁlm and TV stars. The Challenge: How can they top it next year? VIEW ALL THE PHOTOS AT WWW WASHINGTONLIFE COM!

Greta Van Susteren, Kim Kardashian, and John Coale

Maria Teresa Kumar, Rosario Dawson, Danielle Loewy

Tony Romo and Candice Crawford

Alec Baldwin

Kim Kardashian and Greta Van Susteren

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MSNBC AFTER PARTY

Prominent Hispanic and African American media personalities gathered on the eve of the main event to enjoy sunset views of the Washington Monument and an intimate se#ing with their hosts, who included lobbyist Xavier Equihua and Voto Latino’s Maria Teresa Kumar.

Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium PHOTOS BY SAMANTHA STRAUSS

MSNBC’s post-dinner bash featured video projections of on-screen personalities, home-style food (burgers, fries, ’Smores), and KC and the Sunshine Band blasting out tunes that even got Katie Couric out on the dance ﬂoor with Morgan Freeman.

Lindsey Vonn

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John Becker, Xavier Equihua, Graeme Clark, and Andy Baldwin

Ewan McGregor and Eve Mavrakis

Karen Finney, Jonathan Capehart, and Shannon High

Jon Bon Jovi and Dorothea Hurley

Hoda Kotb, Meredith Vieira, and Kathie Lee Giﬀord

Georgette Mosbacher

Kim Ghattas and Ben Chang

Mort Zuckerman

MCLAUGHLIN/ THOMPSON/ REUTER BRUNCH The Hay-Adams Roof PHOTOS BY TONY POWELL

Lynn Sweet and David Corn Amanda Downes and Paula Dobriansky, with Gwen and Stuart Holliday

Maarit and Tom Glocer Lucky Roosevelt and Joe Duﬀey Eleanor Clift

Devin Wenig and John McLaughlin

Mandy Ourisman and Arnaud de Borchgrave

Scarlett Johannsen and Ariana Huﬃngton (Photo by Andrew Harrer)

Mariska Hargitay

Leslie Mann and Judd Apatow Rosario Dawson

Sharon Malone and Attorney General Eric Holder

David and Susan Axelrod

Michael Douglas

Matt Winkler, Julianna Goldman, and Matt Shuster

Cynthia Nixon Al Hunt

BLOOMBERG / VANITY FAIR PARTY French Embassy Residence PHOTOS BY JOSHUA ROBERTS

Mark Boal and Kathryn Bigelow

A PARTY TO DIE FOR High government oﬃcials, top ambassadors, and major media personalities sipped Champagne and nibbled on exquisite canapés while exchanging views with some of the entertainment world’s biggest stars at the residence of French Ambassador Pierre Vimont a&er the White House Correspondents Association Dinner for the second year in a row. HARD TO CRASH No ma#er what anyone says, the Bloomberg/Vanity Fair bash remains, hands down, the hardest invitation to snag in all Washington (with the exception of a White House state dinner). VIEW ALL THE PHOTOS AT WWW WASHINGTONLIFE COM!

Nancy Brinker and French Amb. Pierre Vimont Richard Schiﬀ, George Stephanopoulos, and Leon Wieseltier

Robin and Austan Goolsbee

Adrian Grenier Graydon Carter

Sacramento. Calif. Mayor, Kevin Johnson and Rahm Emanuel

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Two Moves and a Marriage The Danish and Jordanian ambassadors to depart, the Sheinwalds may be staying put, and a handsome young envoy’s very private wedding BY GAIL SCOTT

BACHELOR NO MORE A well-guarded secret for months, details are now finally surfacing about the marriage of United Arab Emirates Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba to Abeer Shoukry, a dark-haired Egyptian beauty whom one guest described as “absolutely exquisite.” Although the thirtysomething groom did study at the American University in Cairo before getting his Georgetown University degree in International Affairs, friends say the couple first met in Los Angeles. An elaborate all-white tent was erected at the UAE Residence in McLean for the nuptials. Guests reported it was a relaxed, low-key, elegant affair that nonetheless featured spectacular fireworks over the Potomac plus entertainment by legendary crooner Tony Bennett and Grammy-winning R&B and jazz singer Patti Austin. Top-notch local guests included Colin Powell, the Aspen Institute’s Walter Isaacson, and CBS’s Chris Isham. BRITISH STAYING PUT? Sources at the British Embassy say that Sir Nigel and Lady Sheinwald won’t be leaving Washington just because Gordon and Sarah Brown had to pack their bags at Number 10 Downing Street. The official word is that “ambassadors here in the U.S. are apolitical civil servants who serve the government of the day.” But, having arrived in October, 2007, Sir Nigel is more than halfway through the typical four-year posting – which leaves room for speculation about an early departure for the highly popular diplomatic couple. Sir Nigel didn’t seem too worried at his

Rep. Daniel J. Kucinich, whose British-born wife, Elizabeth, took the opportunity “to practice my accent.”

Vernon and Ann Jordan with Sir Nigel Sheinwald at the British Embassy’s election night party (Photo courtesy of the British Embassy)

embassy’s big election night bash, where he ebulliently relished every miniscule political detail with guests until the wee hours on May 7 – even though the national count left no obvious winner. Britain’s top envoy singled out his love for the “irreversible, quaint process” taking place in each of his nation’s 650 constituencies, where voters still mark their paper ballots by hand, deposit them in tin boxes which are then delivered to each town hall and hand-counted. The usually serene scene at the British Residence turned into a lively affair where guests munched fish and chips and drank concoctions named “Brown Bracer,” “Clegg Clipper,” and “Cameron Calypso” while watching giant television screens throughout the sprawling formal rooms and even on the terrace. Seen comparing notes: Christopher Hitchens and BBC’s Katty Kay; NBC’s Andrea Mitchell and hubby Allen Greenspan; Washington Post Editor Marcus Brauchli and Justice Stephen Breyer; plus the Hungarian, German, Indian and Danish ambassadors; and

U N BOUND Just as they were finally getting settled into a steady domestic routine in their Kalorama residence, Jordanian Ambassador Prince Zeid Al-Hussein, his wife Princess Sarah, and their three young children got word they will be moving back to New York in August. King Abdullah II’s handsome cousin will again serve as his country’s permanent representative at the United Nations, just as he did before moving here in 2007. While en poste in Washington, the family endured simultaneous renovations of the former Jordanian residence in McLean as well as the embassy building on International Drive NW before finally moving into their current Kalorama abode. “My mother always said to never finish decorating your home,” Princess Sarah quipped. “For as soon as you do, you’re bound to move.” DANES LEARN CHINESE Danish Ambassador Friis Arne Petersen and his wife, Birgitte Wilhelmsen, are getting ready for their move to China next September on both sides of the Atlantic. While she’s in Copenhagen (so their three children can have a year in Denmark before living abroad again) he’s getting ready here for the Danish crown prince and princess’s visit this month and taking an intensive course so he can speak Mandarin on arrival in Beijing. The ambassador admits that his youngest daughter, Johanne, 10, is way ahead of him. (She started learning Mandarin while studying at Washington’s Sidwell Friends School.

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f anyone understands the effects of the recession, it’s people living in Washington. After all, we are right in the center, where public and private converge. We all have a stake in the game. Around the globe the financial crisis has tackled even the steadiest of fortunes and corporate giving has declined. Even so, philanthropy has remained strong.The many unfortunate natural disasters this year showed that people are as committed as ever to being charitable, with so many area residents contributing time and money to the relief efforts in Haiti, Tennessee, and the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. While we know the effectiveness of a dollar, we can never measure the wealth of a helping hand. Though there are still many issues facing the global economy, philanthropy as a sector remains strong. This year could well be the toughest year for charities, with many having to make numerous

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cutbacks and layoffs to remain afloat. The recession we are experiencing is one of the most severe in history, and both government and the private sector are struggling to keep up with resources that continue to diminish. Despite the obstacles of the economy, philanthropic pursuits have been revitalized by the new administration. Both the president and first lady have long active histories with grassroots and nonprofit organizations, and we are seeing the creation of a new culture genuinely concerned with social welfare. The ubiquity of social media is also making it easier for community involvement, with new opportunities for contributions now just a click away. Many generous citizens have had to back off from their previously generous giving levels. Others have stepped in to fill the breach. That said, we bring you this year’s “Philanthropic 50,” in a city whose residents have always known the value of a helping hand.

WALLACE AND WILHELMINA HOLLADAY The Holladays, established real estate developers, are perhaps best known for transforming the former Masonic Temple on the corner of 13th Street and New York Avenue, NW into the National Museum of Women in the Arts. This year, NMWA has organized the New York Avenue Sculpture Project, a public art exhibit to take place in several segments, which is meant to bring more vitality and life to the downtown business district. The first installment will be the bright and bold sculptures of the late French sculptor Niki de Saint Phalle. In late 2008, Mrs. Holladay published the book, “A Museum of Their Own: National Museum of Women in the Arts,” which chronicles her journey to create the museum and her fight to get recognition for female artists.

ROBERT AND ARLENE KOGOD CLARICE SMITH For years, brothers-in-law Robert Kogod and Robert H. Smith were at the helm of the Charles E. Smith real estate empire and helped to expand it into a billion dollar-plus enterprise. Smith died in December 2009, leaving an amazing philanthropic legacy, having donated funds for the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland in addition to the $130 million Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center. Kogod donated the courtyard to connect the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery and American Art Museum at a cost of $25 million. In 2009, both families committed $10 million for a transformational renovation of the Charles E. Smith Center at George Washington University. With the family’s strong history of philanthropic work, there is no doubt that the Kogods and Clarice Smith will continue to support performing arts and other worthy causes in and around Washington.

founded in 1983. He advised them to hold on to the shares for a few decades, as an investment of $10,000 in Danaher stock in 1984 would be worth over $2 million today. Mitch Rales has donated $325 million to the arts and children’s causes in cash and other assets. Steve Rales is a dedicated supporter of the Washington Ballet and DePauw University.

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President of Thomas Rutherfoord, Inc., one of the mid-Atlantic region’s leading firms of insurance agents, brokers, and consultants, Rutherfoord has served as a trustee of The Phillips Collection since 1999. The UVA grad is active with the Metropolitan Club and gives generously to Hollins University, The JamestownYorktown Foundation, and Georgetown’s Christ Church.

FRANK AND TRICIA SAUL Though the founder of B.F. Saul Real Estate Investment Trust and Chevy Chase Bank sold the bank to Capital One for $520 million in cash and stocks, he remains a major philanthropist and generous contributor to the National Gallery of Art and other art and cultural institutions. Frank Saul serves on the board of National Geographic, the trustees council of the National Gallery of Art as well as on the boards of the Library of Congress Trust Fund and the National Sporting Library. He is an honorary trustee of the Brookings Institution, trustee emeritus of Johns Hopkins Medicine, and a life trustee of the Corcoran Gallery of Art. Tricia Saul is co-chair of Friends of Blair House and is also active in the International Neighbors Club, which helps to welcome foreign women to the area.

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GEORGE AND TRISH VRADENBURG HEATHER AND TONY PODESTA The Podestas have donated over 300 valuable contemporary works to the National Museum of Women in the Arts. If the Holladays have helped NMWA rescue artists from the past, the Podestas have enabled it to collect living artists so they will be remembered and recognized in the future. Heather also does other good deeds around town, including the Red Shoe event, which was held at NMWA this year.

MITCH AND STEVE RALES Mitch Rales is a major donor to the National Gallery of Art, providing funds through his Glenstone Foundation. In an interesting twist on giving, he spoke last month at the Farmer School of Business at Miami University and gave each of the 900 graduates one share of Danaher Corporation stock, a company he and his brother Steven

Although the former AOL executive “retired” in 2003, George Vrandenburg seems to be busier than ever. He now serves as president of the Vrandenburg Foundation, which supports health care & life science, arts and culture, energy, education, and homeland security by giving approximately $1.2 million in grants each year. In addition to the Phillips Collection (where, as chairman, he is spearheading fundraising for the museum’s endowment), he and his wife are engaged in the Alzheimer’s Movement, the Chesapeake Crescent Initiative, DC Vote, Theater J, and Teach for America. Deeply committed to education reform, George serves as chairman for the D.C. Education Compact and serves on the boards of the Washington Scholarship Fund and D.C. Children First, a scholarship organization for lowincome children and families. The couple also publish Tikkun, a progressive Jewish magazine.

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FLYING UNDER THE RADAR: Why Some Foundations Prefer to Keep it Quiet BY JANE HESS COLLINS

It sounded like an easy assignment. Find ten foundations that aren’t normally publicized and write about them. Shine a spotlight on these anonymous, generous givers and thank them for the good they do. After a morning of research on the Foundation Center website, I produced a list of ten foundations that donated at least a million dollars last year. I was ready to call them. Imagine, I thought, how pleased and excited they will be when they find out they’re getting free publicity! “I’m so sorry, ” the staff member from the first one I called told me. The foundation “does not like to be publicized. “Click.” “We don’t talk to the press,” the next receptionist informed me icily. Click. Two days later, my deadline is closing in, and I have eight hang-ups for a story. Why won’t these foundations talk to me? Two reasons, says Janice Rosenberg, senior librarian at the Foundation Center. First, many foundations only contribute to pre-selected charitable organizations and do not accept unsolicited requests for funds. (Sure enough, the eight foundations that wouldn’t talk to me fell into that category.) Secondly, Rosenberg adds, many smaller foundations do not have paid staff to analyze, and follow-up requests for

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donations. In either case, if word gets out about their giving, they’ll be inundated with requests for money for causes that they don’t have the time or staff to research. So, what’s a grant seeker to do? Larger foundations may have websites with links to their annual reports, and application requirements.While many smaller ones do not, they must all file a form 990-PF with the IRS

with all of their financial data (unless they are a community foundation). The 990-PF can be found on the Foundation Center’s website, or hard copies are available by contacting the IRS or each state’s charity office. Legally, each foundation must give away an average of 5 percent of their endowment each year. Although the donations must go to a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, there are some exceptions. In those instances, Rosenberg advises grant seekers to check the IRS rules, then to get to know the foundation’s board members. Networking can mean the difference between funding or not. Form 990-PFs can be daunting and long, but Rosenberg suggests zeroing in on these key areas when doing foundation research:

how the school had changed her daughter’s life. As I witnessed the pride this woman had in her daughter’s accomplishments, I became convinced the school was special. Worthy charitable organizations abound these days, but I support Cornerstone because there is no waste; they maximize the benefit to be gained from every dollar. The vast majority of students who enter below grade level either meet or exceed national standards within two years. In surrounding schools, just 25 percent of students

Page 1, Part I: The foundation’s endowment. Since foundations must give away 5 percent of their endowments, do the math to figure out how much a foundation has to give away the following year. Page 1, Part 1, Line 1 (a):The total amount of all contributions, gifts, grants, etc. the foundation received last year. Pages 6-7, Part 8: A list of officers, directors, employees, contractors, and other key people. It’s a great starting point for relationship development, and clues you in on salary levels if you’re applying for a job. Page 7, Part 9-A, and Page 11, Part 15-3: Where the foundations have given money. Grant seekers can review the list to see if the foundation’s giving history matches their need. Page 10, Part 15-2: Contains that all-important block for foundations to mark if they only contribute to pre-selected organizations and if they accept outside requests. If the block is checked (pre-selected only), Rosenberg advises grant seekers to find another foundation to apply with. Don’t try to change their mind. If the block is unchecked, the rest of the section should list the contact information and other requirements to request funds.

test at or above grade level. At Cornerstone, that number jumps to 70 percent. Cornerstone does for just $9,000 per student what D.C. public schools cannot accomplish at far greater expense. To reach their goal of adding one grade per year for the next four years, Cornerstone needs the help of donors who believe the development of character enhances academic achievement. Visit the school one day and see for yourself. If you’re like me, you’ll never be the same. WA S H I N G T O N L I F E

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ANDREW AMMERMAN AND THE FAMILY OF H MAX AND JOSEPHINE AMMERMAN The Ammerman’s are very generous annual supporters of Arena Stage and their assistance has led to the creation of the Arena Stage/Georgetown University Theater and Performance Studies Program Partnership.

ADRIENNE ARSHT Arsht, who made a fortune in banking, has firmly reestablished Washington as her second home. Last year, the Kennedy Center announced her $5 million gift for their theater programming. For the next ten years,The Adrienne Arsht Musical Theater Fund will provide support to create and present musical theater productions at the Center. In January 2008, she made a $30 million contribution to Miami’s Performing Arts Center. She also donates generously to the Washington National Opera, Goucher College, the University of Miami, and Best Buddies.

HILDA OCHOA-BRILLEMBOURG The Venezuelan-born business woman and president and CEO of Strategic Investment Group is the founding chairman of the Youth Orchestra of the Americas. Her engagement with future generations, coupled with a generous financial commitment to the arts, has enabled YOA to offer world-class training to top musicians from more than 24 countries of the Americas. She also serves on the boards of the Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.

CALVIN AND JANE CAFRITZ During the last decade, The Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the largest private, independent, local foundation focused solely on the Washington metropolitan area, has given away $169 million to organizations that focus on arts and humanities, community services, education, health, and the environment. For the last year, Jane Lipton Cafritz has served as chairman of the Washington National Opera where the foundation underwrites the Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program. She also serves on several nonprofit boards including the Smithsonian Institution, Blair House, and the National Symphony Orchestra.

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BETTY BROWN CASEY At the helm of the Eugene B. Casey Foundation, Betty Brown Casey donates to a myriad of local causes including hospitals, universities, and arts organizations. She is life chairman of the Washington National Opera, a title she earned through her major gifts dating back to 1974. From production underwriting and challenge grants to supporting opening night galas and balls, Casey’s giving has been unparalleled in the company’s history. Other projects she supports include Washington College on the Eastern Shore, and the Duke Ellington School of the Arts.

HUDA AND SAMIA FAROUKI Stalwarts of the local charity circuit, the Farouki’s are generous supporters of the Arab-American Cultural Foundation, the Corcoran Gallery of Art, and Teach for America. Both serve on the Kennedy Center’s International Committee. For the 2008-2009 season, the couple made a seven-figure gift in support of the Kennedy Center’s Festival of Arab Arts and funded Arab arts presentations for five years to come, including Arabesque: Arts of the Arab World, which featured artists from all 22 of the Arab League Nations. This year, they are supporting the 2010 International VSA Festival, an international organization supporting arts and disability, which showcases works by eminent and emerging artists with disabilities.

HELEN LEE HENDERSON As executive director of The HRH Foundation, Henderson has been one of the Kennedy Center’s leading philanthropists since making a gift for the historic Sondheim Celebration in 2002. Subsequently, she has been a principal underwriter of many of the Center’s artistic and educational initiatives, including: the Festival of China in 2005, Arabesque: Arts of the Arab World in 2009, Arts in Crisis: A Kennedy Center Initiative in 2009-2010, the production of “Ragtime” in 2009, many productions for the “Focus on Russia” program in the 2009-2010 season, and the next season’s “maximum INDIA” festival.

SAMUEL AND SUSAN LEHRMAN Along with his brother Robert, Samuel Lehrman directs

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the Jacob and Charlotte Lehrman Foundation, whose mission is to support and enrich Jewish life in Washington, D.C., Israel, and throughout the world. Susan Lehrman has served as chairman of Washington National Opera’s Opera Ball for the past three years and has made it one of the city’s most over-the-top charity events. She completely underwrites all of the expenses, so that 100 percent of the proceeds directly benefit the cause.The Lehrmans are also involved in health care and education philanthropy.

JACQUELINE MARS The 58th richest person in the world and the 19th richest person in America, according to Forbes, the name Mars has long been synonymous with philanthropy in the Washington area. Mars serves as chairman of the Executive Committee on WNO’s Board of Trustees. The Mars Foundation endows two 4-year merit based scholarships annually for incoming freshman at the Foxcroft School and The Virginia Cretella Mars Scholarship is awarded to students with a demonstrated ability in the Literary,Visual, or Performing Arts.

JAYLEE MEAD All the world, or at least the Washington world, is a stage thanks to Jaylee Mead and her late husband Gilbert, philanthropic powerhouses on the performing arts scene. In addition to being the donor that made Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater possible, Jaylee Mead is also Arena’s largest annual individual donor. She and Mr. Mead gave the largest single gift ever to an American theater with their naming grant of $35 million.

DAVID RUBENSTEIN Making headlines for generous donations at a time when others are waiting to give until the next fiscal year, Rubenstein, a co-founder of the Carlyle Group, became chairman of the Kennedy Center last month as well as the principal underwriter of the 2010 Very Special Arts International Festival that will take place throughout Washington in early June. And Mr. Magna Carta didn’t stop there. In late 2009 he pledged $5.8 million to Duke University for its Sanford School of Public Policy and in May donated $5 million to the Library of Congress.

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$500,000 to the Center for Environment & Society at Washington College.

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JOHN E “CHIP” AKRIDGE The National Mall wouldn’t be the same without John “Chip” Akridge. A real estate mogul at the helm of his eponymous development company, Akridge gave $250,000 to start the Trust for the National Mall in 2007 and has helped raise much more to restore the 700-acre park, which still needs $350 million in restoration funds. Last year, the National Capital Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council honored Akridge with its Member of the Year award for his dedication to environmental issues, including his work with the Trust for the National Mall and his extensive support of The Chesapeake Bay Foundation.

KEITH CAMPBELL An environmental pioneer, Campbell has contributed millions to help save and protect the Chesapeake Bay. His eKith Campbell Foundation for the Environment has

TED AND ANNETTE LERNER It’s hard to miss the Lerner influence on real estate, sports, and community ventures in the metro area. Ranking at an admirable 316 on the 2010 Forbes 400 list with an estimated net worth of $3 billion, Ted Lerner, who is the principle owner of the Washington Nationals, reliably gives as much as $4 million away every year. Local and international donations include a $3 million gift in 2009 to The George Washington Law School, $8.5 million to build a sports complex in Israel, and various donations to such projects as Bethesda’s Imagination Stage children’s theater and their Chevy Chase synagogue, Ohr oKdesh.

TED AND LYNNE LEONSIS In addition to owning the Washington Capitals and Mystics, Ted Leonsis recently bought the majority share of the Washington Wizards and Verizon Center from the Pollin family, gaining unprecedented control over several Washington area sports franchises and their home arena. Leonsis has a personal goal to give away $100 million in his lifetime, and he’s well on his way. He’s an founding investor of Venture Philanthropy Partners and is an active donor to organizations including Hoop Dreams, See Forever Foundation, and YouthAIDS.

J W “BILL” MARRIOTT JR AND RICHARD E MARRIOTT With a last name recognizable around the world, the Marriotts currently manage the J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation with assets estimated at $350

been instrumental in providing over $40 million in grants and investments to Bay-specific organizations since 1998. His environmental works continues through his service as chairman of the board of trustees of the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.

Saving the environment is a passion Heinz holds close to her heart. She serves as chairman of the Howard Heinz Endowment and the Vira I. Heinz Endowment, providing an effective resource to fight global warming. With an estimated personal fortune set in the high nine-figure range, she helps to provide millions of dollars to environmental organizations, as well as funding research through The Teresa Heinz Scholars for Environmental Research program.

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Duemling supports environmental causes, individually and through her foundation, the Louisa Copeland Duemling Charitable Lead Trust. From working with the environmental think tank World Resources International to her involvement with her family estate-turned-nature conservancy, the Mt. Cuba Center, she continues to be an inspirational conservationist. In addition to donating $250,000 to the University of Delaware in honor of her uncle, Pierre S. du Pont, she and her mother, Pamela Cunningham Copeland, generously donated over

Want to see what kind of impact this philanthropic duo has had on both the local and international levels?Just visit the Sant Ocean Hall at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History, where they donated $25 million to the institution’s ocean projects. Also more-than-notable is their $20 million gift to the Amazonian region though the World Wildlife Fund, and an additional $25 million to restore and protect the Mesoamerican reef. Locally, they are generous in their giving to the Phillips Collection, the National Symphony Orchestra, and the eKnnedy Center.

million. The foundation is instrumental in the success of local human service organizations including the Capital Area Food Bank, D.C. Central K itchen, Food & Friends, and Teach for America, as well as various hospitality programs and universities throughout the country. Recently, the Marriotts donated over $500,000 to the Red Cross Haiti Relief Fund when the devastating earthquake shattered the beleaguered Caribbean nation.

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CATHERINE B REYNOLDS With a net worth estimated at $600 million, Catherine Reynolds has had a hand in some of the top philanthropic ventures in the Washington, D.C. area. While not all press has been positive (she recalled her $38 million gift to the Smithsonian Institution after backlash over her personal involvement in how it would be spent), she has continued her support of arts and education through the Catherine B. Reynolds Foundation.

DAN AND TANYA SNYDER It’s safe to say 2009 was not a banner year for Dan Snyder, but with an estimated net worth of $1.3 billion, the Redskins owner still gave generously. He donated his private plane to help the Red Cross’s disaster relief efforts and to help transport resources to Haiti in 2010. Snyder is also know for his philanthropic donations to Children’s National Medical Center, where he donated $6 million after the premature birth of his daughter, and to 9/11 and Hurricane aKtrina victims.

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DAVID AND KATHERINE BRADLEY The Bradley name has become synonymous with local philanthropy in recent years. Their donation of major funds from the estimated $300 million sale of the Advisory Board and Corporate Executive Board companies helped form The CityBridge Foundation, a Washington-based educational funding organization where K atherine Bradley serves as president. In addition, her $100,000 donation to the D.C. Public Education Fund this spring has enabled D.C. Schools Chancellor Michelle Rhee to bring in former White House communications director Anita Dunn for an overhaul of the school system’s image. The Bradleys also donate generously to Teach for America - Metro-D.C., IKPP Schools, Fight for Children, and the Washington Ballet.

STEVE AND JEAN CASE AOL co-founder and longtime philanthropist Steve Case and wife Jean have the attention of the White House. K n own for utilizing social media to raise interest and funds for various organizations, The Case Foundation teamed up with the Obama Administration this spring for a summit aimed at “engaging citizens in public sector efforts.” The foundation worked closely this year with CityYear Washington D.C.’s Heroes Program, which helps volunteers aimed at educating middle and high school students and communities about HIV/AIDS.

JACK DAVIES An active member of Venture Philanthropy Partners, Davies is considered a leader in Washington’s philanthropic circles. Since 2000 he’s helped VPP raise over $70 million for underprivileged children and families and there’s no sign of him stopping. His personal interests lie in building a solid foundation of education in the city, and he actively funds organizations including LIFT DC and the See Forever Foundation, supporting the Maya Angelou Public Charter School.

KEN AND BONNIE FELD In September 2009, the Feld family pledged $10 million to Boston University to enhance its faculty development and other projects. Prior funding from the Feld Family Foundation to BU has resulted in the Feld Family Career Center at the University’s School of Management and the Feld Family Skating Center at Agannis Arena. The foundation supports higher education, performing arts, and conservation of the endangered Asian elephant. Locally, the Felds are high dollar supporters of Signature Theatre and The Duke Ellington School’s Theater Department.

RAUL AND JEAN-MARIE FERNANDEZ Education activist and VPP investor Raul Fernandez and wife, Jean-Marie, direct the efforts of their Fernandez Foundation into giving children the resources, scholarships, and encouragement needed to succeed. They are actively involved with local educational organizations including DC Public Education Fund, Washington’s Center City Consortium, DC College Access Program, Fight for Children, and the Town Hall Education Arts and Recreation Campus in Anacostia.

MORTON AND NORMA LEE FUNGER Morton Funger, a principal of Ralmor Corporation and chairman of the board of Community Realty Co., serves as a trustee of The George Washington University (which named Funger Hall in his honor in recognition of a major gift), the World Presidents Organization, the Trustees Council of the National Gallery of Art, and the National Air and Space Museum. This year, the Fungers were recognized for their generosity by The Hebrew University in Jerusalem, where their names were inscribed on the Wall of Life. Morton Funger was also made an honorary member of the University’s Board of Governors.

DONALD E GRAHAM As chairman of The Washington Post Company, it comes as no surprise

that Graham would support various educational organizations. In addition to running one of the country’s top news organizations, he serves as president of the D.C. College Access Program, an organization that encourages D.C. high school students to apply to and attend college, and on the board of directors for The Summit Fund of Washington.

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JEONG AND CINDY KIM It’s a story you think only happens in the movies. Jeong K i m went from paying for college by working at a 7Eleven to joining the Navy and finally, becoming one of the top engineers in the country. After launching and selling Yurie Systems, pocketing $500 million from the $1.1 billion sale, he joined the faculty at University of Maryland and has since donated $5 million for the school’s engineering building, aptly named the Jeong H. iKm Engineering Building.

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MALCOLM “MIKE” PEABODY As the chairman and founder of FOCUS (Friends of Choice in Urban Schools), a charitable organization designed to promote better education here in Washington, educational causes have always been close to Mike Peabody’s heart. Some might say he has an education-oriented family gene, as he is the grandson of Rev. Endicott Peabody, founder of the prestigious Groton School. He also serves as chair of the D.C. Public School Coalition.

DON PEEBLES Peebles is best known in the area as an entrepreneurial pioneer in the real estate industry, but he is also committed to helping local youth receive the best education possible. In 2009 he established the Yvonne Willoughby Poole Scholarship Fund in memory of his mother, which awards scholarships to young women attending the University of the District of Columbia’s School of Business.

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RUSS AND NORMA RAMSEY It’s no secret that the Ramseys are dedicated supporters of education. Their generous donations to George Washington University, where Russ Ramsey serves as chairman of the board, have included $1 million to the Ramsey Student Investment Fund. In addition, these founding investors of Venture Philanthropy Partners are at the helm of Ramsey Asset Management and the W. Russell and Norma G. Ramsey Foundation, and have donated resources to education and family-centric organizations.

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BRET AND AMY BAIER The FOX 5 “Special Report” anchor and his wife, along with her parents Paul and Barbara Hills, donated $1 million to Children’s National Medical Center where their son Paul has had several open heart surgeries and angioplasties.The donation led to the opening of the Paul Francis Baier Comprehensive Media Room which allows critical care staff to have access and review diagnostic images and tests in one place.

STEVE AND DIANE GOLDBERG Generous donors to Children’s National Medical Center, the couple made philanthropic headlines in 2008 when their giving to the Center surpassed $50 million. Longtime supporters of children’s and health causes, they also give to the Children’s Law Center, The American Red Cross, Washington AIDS Partnership, B’Nai Israel, and the Wiezmann Institute of Science.

BOB AND PAULA HISAOKA When his sister Joan lost her battle with cancer, Bob Hisaoka vowed to keep her memory alive by working to assist those living with the disease. Through the $700,000 raised by the Joan Hisaoka Gala in both 2008 and 2009, they have worked to support the Smith Farm Center for Healing and the Arts, which provides retreats, workshops, and a healing arts gallery for cancer patients.

SHEILA JOHNSON The BET-TV co-founder has dedicated both time and dollars to the fight against HIV/AIDS. This year, she produced “The Other City,” a documentary about the AIDS epidemic in Washington. She has said that the fight against HIV gripped her in part because it is disproportionately affecting women. A seven-figure donor to the New School, U-Va., and CARE, Johnson’s “I am Powerful” challenge for CARE raised $4 million as a matching gift to the $4 million she donated in 2007.

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Serving as director of Comstock Homebuilding Companies Inc. since 2004 and president and CEO of Sunburst Hospitality Corporation since 2000, MacCutcheon, who resides in Virginia, has amassed a fortune which he has been quietly giving away to health causes. He sits on the board of the Children’s Hospital Foundation, and last year made a seven-figure donation to Children’s National Medical Center. His family’s foundation, The MacCutcheon Family Foundation, sponsored this year’s Leukemia Ball.

JOHN M MCMAHAN Often recognized as a “CEO you need to know,” the chairman of Miller & Long Concrete Construction in Bethesda donated $2 million to the Suburban Hospital Foundation in March 2009. McMahan announced that his financial contribution was in recognition of the doctors and staff who saved his life during a heart attack by performing cardiac bypass surgery.

on Women’s Health’s Heart Attack Campaign Expert Panel, and Howard University’s Women’s Health Institute Advisory Committee.

JOE ROBERT JR Currently fighting his own battle with cancer, Robert has long supported causes that benefit children’s health care and education. His organization Fight for Children has raised more than $105 million to support more than 150 youth-oriented organizations in the area. In a cause close to his heart, Robert was chairman of the $300-million Comprehensive Campaign at Children’s National Medical Center, which led to the establishment of the Joseph E. Robert Jr. Center for Surgical Care there. To help see it through, he gave a personal gift of $25 million and was a driving force in the $150 million gift from the government of Abu Dhabi to create the Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation. Recently, Robert said au revoir to his locks and raised $100,000 for the first Be Brave & Shave event benefiting the cancer programs at Children’s.

CONNIE MILSTEIN Milstein, principal and co-founder of Ogden CAP Properties, LLC, recently directed the reconstruction of the historic Jefferson Hotel. Philanthropically, she has long been a supporter of medical research and serves on the board of CURE (Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy), a non-profit dedicated to finding a cure for the disease. Milstein is a supporter of the American Heart Association, and is the founder and a current board member of Medical Missions for Children. A sevenfigure donor to her alma mater, New York University, Milstein is also an advocate of military service and is a board member of Blue Star Families. Locally, she supports the National Symphony Orchestra and Refugees International.

IRENE POLLIN Irene and her late husband Abe Pollin, have helped shape the face of our city by sparking the surge in neighborhood development with the construction of the Verizon Center. With Abe’s passing, Irene continues to carry the torch. She established the annual Pollin Prize for Pediatric Research in 2002 and founded Sister to Sister, the women’s heart health foundation. She is a member of the Harvard School of Public Health Nutrition Round Table, the DHHS Office

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JEANNE RUESCH Well known for her arts philanthropy, particularly with regard to the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Ruesch also gives generously to the field of medicine. Most recently she gave a $6.75 million gift in memory of her husband Otto, who died of pancreatic cancer in 2004. The Otto J. Ruesch Center for the Cure of Gastrointestinal Cancers will fund gastrointestinal cancer research, drug discovery and patient advocacy efforts at the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. Ruesch also supports the National Rehabilitation Hospital and Sibley Hospital.

TOM AND RACHEL SULLIVAN The Sullivan family’s personal experience with breast cancer provided the inspiration for Sibley Hospital’s first Celebration of Hope & Progress gala, now in its tenth year. The evolving groundswell of support for the hospital’s cancer programs and services has had an impact upon thousands of Washington area patients and their loved ones. Mr. Sullivan, who serves as a member of Sibley’s board of trustees, has also helped to establish Sibley’s Sullivan Center for Breast Health, which has emerged as a national model in providing expert medical care.

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WHAT TO BUY SELL AND HOLD IN HOW THE PROS SEE THE FUTURE OF THE ECONOMY – ADVICE FROM EXPERTS AT ROCKEFELLER PNC MORGAN STANLEY WELLS FARGO WILMINGTON TRUST BROWN ADVISORY CHEVY CHASE TRUST FOR THRIVING AND SURVIVING IN THE TOUGHEST ECONOMY SINCE THE GREAT DEPRESSION oncerned investors need to know how to deal with the ups and downs of a volatile economic climate and Washington Life’s 2010 Wealth and Financial Roundtable is where you’ll get access to the same advice they offer their wealthiest and most successful clients. The Carlyle Group’s Ed Mathias moderates a panel discussion that encompasses a broad and diverse strategy. Should you buy bonds right now?. What about blue chips? How much should you have in gold? Is real estate coming back? Read below for the answers to these questions plus tips on many other areas of potential concern, including personal liquidity strategy, inflation, sovereign risk, and hot growth sectors such as healthcare, the environment, and emerging markets in Brazil, India, and China. TAYLOR SWIFT: Hypothetical Investor MR. EDWARD J. MATHIAS: If Taylor Swift, the country singer, came in to your office with $25 million to invest how would you advise her in the current economic climate? MR. PETER M. WELBER: First we would look at who Taylor is. She earns her living from her ‘vocal’ capital. Knowing that there is probably $250 million of future investment capital in addition to the current $25 million would help inform the asset allocation decisions between stocks, bonds, hard assets, and alternative investments.

MR. CHRISTOPHER SARGENT: You would have to understand Taylor Swift’s total financial situation and her comfort level with various investment possibilities. If she has the same sentiments of many investors today who are very much afraid--with gold going up and stocks going down, and bonds not necessarily the place to be--we would tread carefully. It is a great time to buy blue chips, and so I would start with averaging some blue chips. To hedge against geopolitical disasters, or terrorist attacks, or the great unknown, we would also add some gold, and perhaps silver. I would pick some assets that did not correlate with the stock markets, but steer away from bonds as it may be a terrible time to buy them. All this printed money[from TARP and the federal stimulus] may come back to haunt us. MR. STEVE COMISKEY: First I would call my two sons at the Naval Academy, who are huge fans of Taylor Swift. I would look at her as a young woman who hit the jackpot, and needs to protect as much of her money as soon as possible. I would not look at her as a long-term $250 million asset. I would put together a very conservative portfolio for her, and make sure that she understood that her future revenue stream from music is not guaranteed, but rather is very precarious. MR. MICHAEL D. HANKIN: One really has to think hard about inflation to build a portfolio that can protect the value of those assets. So, I’d

think about opportunities in small-cap growth stocks, real estate, and some commodities, as hedges against inflation. MR. STEPHEN C. THORMAHLEN: The process of uncovering what her particular needs are will be paramount to the asset allocation discussion. I wouldn’t presume that it is going to be aggressive or conservative.

CURRENT ECONOMIC OUTLOOK MR. MATHIAS: A year ago it looked like the world was going off a cliff, and people were extraordinarily fearful. What are the primary concerns that your clients have today as they recalibrate their portfolios? MR. HANKIN: Most clients realize that it might not be as scary as it was in the fall of 2008, but it is just as challenging. The primary focus is making sure clients have enough liquidity to survive a sustained tough period. Most clients are focused on the spectre of inflation. But the strategies to address the concerns of liquidity and inflation can be in conflict with one another. MR. THORMAHLEN: Today, our clients want to know, “How can you protect me against inflation?” and, “How can you protect my wealth so that I can efficiently transfer it to the next generation?” Our clients want more protection and a sense that you will communicate. MR. COMISKEY: Right now our high-net-worth families want capital preservation first and then

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growth. They want to be able to meet their liquidity needs with no surprises. MR. MATHIAS: There seems to be general agreement that inflation is a potential issue. MR. SARGENT: Gold is not only a great defense against inflation, it has many utilizations. I tend to use index funds, particularly for gold and silver, e.g. “the Spider Gold Trust.” Certain people around the world now are looking at gold as the only sacred source of “permanent” wealth. In India, and in China, people are buying gold. Central Banks are also buying gold. There is more demand now than ever. Furthermore, if the tensions in the Middle East broke out, especially if Israel attacked Iran, gold would be a commodity to own. MR. MATHIAS: What percentage would you recommend a person of substantial wealth to have in gold? MR. SARGENT: Anywhere from five to ten percent. For now, we are building our small exposure in gold and silver. Currently, silver is very inexpensive in relation to gold, and with its wide range of uses, particularly in cell phones and circuit boards, silver appears to be a good buy. MR. COMISKEY: I don’t see inflation as being an immediate problem. The possibility of deflation concerns me. But to deal with U.S. inflation, we look for non-correlating asset classes, and we usually try to include some emerging markets and commodities. For example, some of the specialized emerging markets exchange-traded funds [ETFs] track small and mid-cap companies in emerging markets. So we get a currency and a commodity play not correlated to the value of the U.S. dollar. MR. SARGENT: We invest in commodity index funds and we also use REITS [Real Estate Investment Trusts] as inflation hedges. MR. MATHIAS: I think the spectre of inflation is fortified by the deficits, and a lot of things are related to the deficits. One is taxes. Where is tax policy likely to go?

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WL’S EXPERT PANEL Moderator EDWARD J MATHIAS is a managing director of the Carlyle Group and graduated with an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. He is also cochairman of the President’s Circle of the National Gallery of Art. MICHAEL D HANKIN, president and CEO of Brown Advisory Holdings Inc, has spent over 20 years assisting a wide range of individuals and institutions striving to meet their investment and financial goals. He was formerly a partner with the Baltimore, Md., law firm of Piper & Marbury Hankin serves as president of the Land Preservation Trust and as a trustee of John Hopkins Medicine and the Baltimore Community Foundation. STEVE COMISKEY leads the Comiskey Group at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, where he helps wealth creators and their families protect and grow their assets. He has his Investment Management Analyst certification from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, a J.D. from the Washington College of Law at American University, and a B.S. and Marine Corps officer commission from the U.S. Naval Academy. CHRISTOPHER S SARGENT, a sixth-generation Washingtonian, is managing director and senior financial advisors at The Sargent Group of Wachovia Securities where he manages approximately $1 billion. He began his career in the Washington, D.C., branch of Auchincloss, Parker and Redpath in 1966. He has been recognized as one of the “Top 100 Financial Advisors in the U.S.” by Barron’s Magazine in 2006 and 2007. STEPHEN C THORMAHLEN Thormahlen is the managing director for PNC Bank’s wealth management division in Washington where he supervises three teams of professional advisors, 54 staff members and 4 offices in Virginia, Maryland and the Washington, DC regional market. He is responsible for all aspects of the investment management and banking experience for high net worth clients of PNC Bank. PETER WELBER is president, CEO, and board director of Chevy Chase Trust Company, a privately-owned, Washington-based wealth management firm focusing on customized investments and financial planning for high net worth individuals and families. He also is CEO of ASB Capital Management. Previously Mr. Welber was president of Wachovia Trust Company and First Union Trust Company in Charlotte, N.C.

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MR. WELBER: I think everybody believes that taxes are going to increase. Most of our clients are taxable, so we manage portfolios for tax-efficiency. Today, more than inflation, the overriding worry is volatility. We counsel clients not to follow their worst fears and exit at market bottoms. MR. MATHIAS: Liquidity also seems to be of tremendous interest today. MR. HANKIN: Our biggest concern has been making sure that clients first had a financial allocation before an investment asset allocation, and by that we mean, “Let’s set aside the amount of liquidity that you need to run your life and run your business for the next three years.” Then we apply your investment asset allocation to the rest. MR. MATHIAS: How do you get your clients international exposure? MR. THORMAHLEN: We are cur rently recommending an allocation of about 20 percent to international, but that can work out to be actually higher as you add in a Coca-Cola, or a McDonalds, or an IBM, i.e. companies that conduct their business globally. For a growth orientation, we suggest an 8020 mix of stocks to bonds, and out of that 80 percent, a 20 percent equity allocation towards international. We predominantly use either ETFs, country funds, or international fund managers, but we also choose some individual stocks when we have a high degree of comfort based on our own research. MR. SARGENT: One has to diversify outside of the U.S. I have always been an advocate of emerging markets; 450 million Indians and Chinese will become middle-class over

the next 10 years. The world’s population is going to double over the next 30 years. Emerging markets are the fastest growing areas in the world and are often rich in natural resources. However, when a sector like emerging markets beats every other sector hands down, normally within a few years that segment will fall to the bottom. I must admit that I am a little cautious about emerging markets and international equities under the current circumstances. MR. THORMAHLEN: The allocation to emerging markets might be only 5% of that 20% allocation to international that I mentioned earlier. We are really looking at high-quality companies in stable economies. MR. MATHIAS: One of the ‘emerged’ markets everyone is interested in is China. How do you get exposure there? MR. COMISKEY: China is an important piece of many of our portfolios. China is expecting an 8 to 10 percent increase in GDP this year, just like last year. China believes it needs the 8 percent in order to keep the middle-class comfortable, and for the lower-class to feel like they can move into the middle-class. Brazil is a also a fantastic country to watch. It is perhaps one of the most developed of the developing markets. MR. SARGENT: I am a great believer in blue chip US companies like Mead Johnson where over 50% of their sales are to developing countries. MR. WELBER: People don’t realize yet that there is a KFC, Dunkin’ Donuts and Pizza Hut on almost every block in every city in China. So there are lots of ways to get exposure to China. The fifth largest city in China [Tianjin]

is now larger than New York City. A little known fact is that for the first time in the world’s history, more than 50 percent of the world’s population now lives in cities. So, for example, to get urban exposure to China and other developing markets, we are buying a European company that is the second largest manufacturer of elevators, because living is going to get vertical.

THE DOLLAR MR. MATHIAS: Several months ago, investors were really concerned about the value of the dollar, yet today it looks like a little less of a problem. But long term is there a way to hedge? MR. WELBER: The best hedges against the dollar right now are foreign bonds, commodities, gold, precious and base metals. MR. MATHIAS: But to some extent these things are also your traditional inflation hedges, too, so you get a double win. MR. SARGENT: Everybody’s been beating up on the dollar for a long time, and look at what has happened in the last 30 days. MR. HANKIN: Today markets are cratering because of concern over the Euro and the European Commission, not the dollar. MR. COMISKEY: As much as I believe in investing in international asset classes, it is the continuing strength of the U.S. that will preserve our clients’ wealth.

NEW PRODUCTS AND OPPORTUNITIES MR. MATHIAS: Brown Advisory has acquired a company that runs environmental portfolios, and has also come up with a fund to buy small pieces of private companies. MR. HANKIN: For inflation reasons, we acquired Winslow, a Boston-based investment firm, which has been investing in the green area for a long time. Jack Robinson has run

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Winslow since 1983, and has made money in this area. One of the great hedges against inflation is to buy great, small emerging companies - look at Wal-Mart in the ‘70s. We were interested primarily because we understood that a lot of money would flow into this space to address the challenges of climate change. . The second idea grew from the fact that not a lot of companies have gone public the last few years. A lot of companies are waiting for a liquidity event. We put together a team to buy small slices of [private] equity, and wait until a liquidity event occurs. We’re able to buy at a big discount because these folks have been illiquid for a long time. MR. MATHIAS: There are always new things happening in the financial business. A few years ago, we had not heard of exchange-traded funds or target-date funds. MR. COMISKEY: One thing we haven’t talked about is hedge funds. Morgan Stanley has set up “Front Point,” a hedge fund-of-funds, that has acquired approximately ten or so boutique-type hedge funds, each in unique investment categories. Morgan Stanley does all the back-office aspects such as compliance, legal, reporting, custody, etc, and the underlying fund managers can then concentrate on what they do best—investing. The beauty of this arrangement, from a client’s perspective, is that Morgan Stanley can see on a daily basis exactly what is going on in every one of the underlying funds. There is total transparency. MR. SARGENT: One idea that people are not really focusing on is closed-end funds. They were the market darling for the retail investor 10 or 15 years ago, and they really have been forgotten. You can find well-managed funds trading at big discounts to net asset value that also pay income. If you can buy a closed-end trust selling at 10 to 20 percent discounts to actual value, it makes sense to me. MR. THORMAHLEN: There is now a fund-offunds in this sector that yields 6 or 7 percent (symbol: PCEF) that provides an opportunity to buy into closed-end funds. MR. SARGENT: There is another fund-of-funds called the Cohen and Steers Closed-End

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HOW TO WEED OUT ERRORS BY MARK GRAHAM, CHIEF OF WEALTH ADVISORY SERVICES, AND REX MACEY, CHIEF INVESTMENT OFFICER, WILMINGTON TRUST

“Part of the job of economics is weeding out errors.That is much harder than making them, but also more fun..” —Robert M. Solow, Nobel Laureate

ear and volatility have returned to Wall Street. Stock prices have faltered this spring after rallying hard for a year. Wilmington Trust has been helping wealthy families manage their assets through the vicissitudes of the financial markets for more than a century. Our team of investment management professionals is confident in the longterm potential of the capital markets to meet investors’ long-term objectives. The U.S. equity market was recently more than 10 percent below its latest peak. Newspapers quickly assigned simplistic explanations to this latest downturn, with “concerns over Europe” the most frequently cited reason. Debt problems in Europe do threaten economic growth, but there are other issues. Asia and Australia are trying to stave off inflation, and U.S. states and municipalities are contracting just as federal stimulus packages are expiring. Negligible Inflation U.S. core inflation declined significantly over the last couple of years, which is normal given the environment; high unemployment rates keep wages down; excess capacity suppresses the prices of finished goods; and the oversupply of housing drives down rents. Growth has returned, but its modest pace is keeping inflation low. On the other hand, inflationary government actions prevented growth from being even weaker, capacity utilization from being even more depressed, and the rate of inflation from falling even faster. Given these factors, we expect the Federal Reserve Board’s monetary policy to remain easy for an extended period. “Rightsizing” of Housing Market Housing prices have stabilized, but the level

of serious delinquencies remains high. According to Bridgewater Associates, mortgage delinquencies are exceeding the pace at which they are being resolved, i.e., liquidated, Mark brought current, or Grahm modified. This condition is partially due to the withdrawal of government support programs. Without continued intervention to slow the rate of home liquidations, we are concerned about a downward spiral: declining housing prices leading to even more negative equity, increasing the rate of defaults and losses and so on. Fragile Economic Eecovery This recovery is fragile. Part of that fragility is the alternating periods of good and bad news. Just as the U.S. dollar has gone from outcast to king, views of the economy keep shifting. The nation’s official arbiter of the beginning and end dates of business cycles, the National Bureau of Economic Research, has been criticized for being too slow to call the recession over--so slow, in fact, that now we’re hearing predictions of a new recession. We went from improving economic conditions last year to the current state of uncertainty. Despite this, we believe the economy continues to recover, if only slowly. Investors have been re-pricing financial assets to reflect changes in expected growth rates, which are best described—in the United States, at least—as anemic. In so doing, investors are doing the work that Dr. Solow ascribed to economists; they are weeding out errors.

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Opportunity Fund. And that fund is trading at a discount, and the investments inside the fund are trade at discounts. So you get it both ways, with an 8%plus yield as icing on the cake. MR. THORMAHLEN: We still feel strongly about the technology and the environment sector. Small cap is a great idea, and after what we went through in 2008 you can now identify the ones that have clean balance sheets and can survive. If you find a small cap company with a clean balance sheet, great management, and a good product line, I think that is the place to be. MR. WELBER: We have been and continue to be significantly over-weighted in energy, with a heavy concentration in Canada. In the U.S. we invest in pipeline companies, which are like toll-takers for energy demand and distribution, regardless of the price of the underlying energy or fuel. MR. COMISKEY: Our managers focus on individual stock selection. They want companies that have strong balance sheets, positive free cashflow, and defensible operating margins. They are looking at the company itself, and not necessarily what sector it’s in or where it is located. MR. HANKIN: I would look at health care in addition to the environmental and telecommunications sectors. In health care, there is a lot of capital available for new technology. MR. THORMAHLEN: It’s interesting that nobody here at the table talked about financial services as an area in which they were concentrated. MR. COMISKEY: The three biggest concerns that I have are: what are the consequences of re-regulation? What are the consequences of inflation in China? And what is going to happen in Europe?

GOVERNMENT INTERVENTION MR. MATHIAS: Washington is now the financial capital of the world. We have replaced New York. We have had government intervention in autos, health care, banking, insurance, real estate etc. What are the long-term implications of that? MR. SARGENT: To me, increased regulation means an increased number of regulators, which means a bigger government. MR. WELBER: It threatens the productivity and competitiveness of this country. The newest risk on everybody’s mind is sovereign risk, whether it is Greece, Spain, or the U.S. Governments have the capacity to harm their own currency and capital structure. MR. MATHIAS: The real question is whether the U.S. is taking the path of Europe. MR. HANKIN: I view government intervention as healthy when it sets ground rules that people can understand so that exchanges operate fairly. It’s not constructive when it tells people what to do with their money. But we do need government intervention to avoid, e.g, a thousand-point drop sparked by computer error. MR. COMISKEY: If you look the Greek crisis, the question is whether it is going to be the trigger that pulls Europe apart. MR. MATHIAS: The real problem with Greece is the exposure of the banks. Greece is really immaterial otherwise. But here, there is considerable concern about transparency, over-the-counter derivatives, mortgage-backed securities, computerized trading and other systemic risks to the market. Do you have specific suggestions with respect to regulations in these areas? MR. SARGENT: Transparency is terribly important in whatever we do. We

need to bring things out of the dark so that the public can see what is going on. MR. MATHIAS: Somebody has to make the point that there is a populist backlash that is inevitable now. MR. HANKIN: We will survive the populist backlash. Long term, the regulations have to be focused on transparency, and then let the investors make up their mind where they want to invest. MR. WELBER: We are not looking forward at ways to constrain and solve the problems likely to occur in the future. An example is that everybody thinks that ETFs are easy and accessible, and simple. Most ETFs are based on some form of derivative, and have counter-party risks to firms like Bear Stearns or Lehman. Regulators don’t appear to be thinking enough about where the next catastrophe or crisis is going to occur. MR. MATHIS: We are preparing for the last war, as opposed to the next war. MR. THORMAHLEN: We tend to talk about the environment when it is expedient, such as when we have an oil spill. We spend too little time talking about investment opportunities in this area. MR. MATHIAS: Do any of you have concerns about the size of financial institutions, or the notion of “too big to fail”? MR. THORMAHLEN: If you look at what the government has made on TARP, they didn’t lose any money. They invested in these “too big to fail” companies, the Citibanks, the Bank of Americas, the Goldmans, and others, and at the end of the day the federal government will garner a return that is quite good. MR. HANKIN: I think we demonstrated that no institution is too big to fail.

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HOW TO ANTICIPATE THE INEVITABLE RISKS FOR U.S. GOVERNMENT BONDS MR. MATHIAS: There seems to be a strong consensus that the longer-term outlook for U.S. treasury bonds is negative. What are your thoughts? MR. SARGENT: It is good to err on the side of caution, but we are experiencing deflation, not inflation. MR. MATHIAS: Investors aren’t making much for taking bond risk anyway.The 5-year treasury is only 2.2 percent. From today’s valuation what is a reasonable return expectation for the stock market? MR. HANKIN: Six percent. MR. COMISKEY: Six to eight percent. MR. THORMAHLEN: I would agree. MR. SARGENT: Ten percent.

REAL ESTATE MR. MATHIAS: Always of interest to readers is Washington real estate, particularly housing prices. Do you have any sense of where that is going? MR. COMISKEY: The neighborhoods in Northwest D.C. are stable. Even as you get a bit further out of the city to places like Montgomery County, Fairfax County, Alexandria and Arlington, for the most part they are stable. MR. MATHIAS: There does seem to be a tremendous desire to move in closer to the city. MR. THORMAHLEN: If you look at our market and the geographic region, job growth is going to be much better than the national average. So across the board, the real estate market should stabilize even more. Lockheed Martin is going to move their headquarters here. More and more companies are looking to see what business they can do with Washington. For example, PNC, just celebrated its fifth anniversary in Washington. Now the Greater

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BY PAUL VEITH, MANAGING DIRECTOR, AND MATTHEW GELFAND, SR. WEALTH ADVISOR, ROCKEFELLER FINANCIAL

he renowned economist Herbert Stein once said, “… If something cannot go on forever it will stop.” That saying is particularly important to remember now, as the global economy faces trends that are unsustainable while presenting other long-term investment opportunities. First, the bad news. Most economists agree that government debt financing was necessary to keep the Great Recession of the 2000’s from turning into a worse monster. But monetary expansion in the U.S. and other developed countries has been huge. The Federal Reserve expanded its balance sheet by $1 trillion – that’s $1,000,000,000,000 – and the U.S.Treasury is financing annual deficits of like amounts. Just recently, Europe financed a $1 trillion bailout for Greece and other Mediterranean countries. Japan, the world’s third-largest economy, carries a national debt in excess of its gross domestic product (GDP) and still runs high deficits. The U.S. government has debt outstanding of 50 percent of GDP, an amount forecast to peak at 80 percent within 10 years, and that’s without accounting for unfunded entitlement liabilities like Social Security and Medicare. Developed nations will be faced with reducing spending, raising taxes, or both. The rest of the world may eventually refuse to buy their debt, likely forcing interest rates and inflation higher and/or their currencies lower. This could spell a lower standard of living for the big deficit spenders. Currently, U.S. inflation, running at one

to two percent per year, will likely accelerate with a trillion dollars of new debt each year. We believe prudent investors should begin considering some inflation protection in the form of commodity- and inflation-linked investments. Paul Unfortunately, commodity Veith prices are already quite high – gold recently set a record above $1,200 per ounce. Similarly, inflationindexed bonds issued by the U.S. and other governments now pay unattractively low interest rates. Now hardly seems the time to invest in these inflation hedges. Nonetheless, we think it is time to prepare for higher inflation and to buy these instruments when prices/rates are more attractive. Now, the good news. China and India might enjoy double-digit growth rates this year. Their citizens are rapidly entering the middle class. and, as opposed to the West, they are traditionally savers, not borrowers. Faster growth, liberalizing economies, and improving legal protections suggest higher corporate earnings and stock prices. Growthoriented investors who are comfortable with global markets and currency risk should consider emerging market securities. The U.S. stock market is at last priced attractively. We’ve had a lost decade; stock prices are barely changed from 10 years ago, even though projected corporate earnings now are 50-60 percent higher per $1 than in 2000. Our ideas rely on longerterm trends that either must stop – excess deficit spending – or are likely to persist, such as the rise of the new middle class in emerging markets.

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HOW TO REDEFINE RISK BY BERNIE MCGINN, PRESIDENT, MCGINN INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT

he recent Eurozone financial drama raises two urgent questions: Will the European crisis sidetrack the U.S. economy and wipe out the last 15 months of stock market gains? If so, I want out. The much more interesting question is whether there is an alter native to direct exposure to the European economy. The European meltdown is yet another reminder that we live in an age which dramatically redefines risk. The 2008 collapse proved that investors lost touch with realistic measures of risk. Over several generations, we went from extreme risk aversion during the Great Depression to an almost complete lack of risk acknowledgment in the past 20 years. What was passed off as financial sophistication and innovation was instead the accumulation of unquantifiable risk. Two phenomena have been almost constant during my nearly 30 years in the investment business. Investors almost never get compensated for additional risk when they stretch for additional return, and trendy investments ultimately fail their objectives. The financial services industry has made investing seem like brain surgery, creating massively complex products that rely on scale to exist. The investing public has come to question whether “more complicated” is necessarily better. It is time that investors and money managers seek out easy-to-understand investments.There is nothing wrong with keeping it simple.

Investing isn’t rocket science. It’s about common sense, staying on top of events, and not lending to those who cannot pay you back. It’s about investing in well-known companies with diversified product lines and access to credit markets. It’s also about companies with the assets to survive the worst of times and the management smarts to prosper in better times. Investing is getting back to basics. The financial panic renewed interest in large companies with relatively predictable earnings patterns and stable balance sheets. Being old-fashioned is actually more profitable. Recent history has pushed investors toward less risky ways to invest in highgrowth foreign markets. There are two ways to participate in these markets. One can get direct exposure to a foreign market through a fund or local securities and assume all the currency, political, and business risks along with large swings in returns. Direct investment has been preferred for the last 15 years. The second way to invest abroad is in large global companies whose business is to manage exposure, taking the risk out of the hands of individual investors. In this case, big is better and almost always less risky. Bernard F. McGinn is president and chief investment officer of McGinn Investment Management, based in Old Town Alexandria. He is a frequent guest on CNBC and Fox News Business. www. mcginninvests.com

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his year, we decided to make the fifth annual The Young and The Guest List (YGL) party all about glamour and paying homage to the salons that made the Dupont Circle area renowned for bringing thinkers and leaders together to debate and cross-pollinate ideas in an intimate and rarified setting.Thus, we were ecstatic when the executive board of The Washington Club gave into our wooing and allowed us to host our annual soirée at their home – The Patterson Mansion. Our YGL planning team had been scouting locations with acclaimed event planner Andre Wells for months before setting foot in the historic mansion. Once we did, it was love at first sight. After choosing an industrial tablula rasa in the up and coming NOMA district last year, the Washington Club offered an 180-degree turn. Plus, we were drawn to the location’s storied history.The club was founded in 1891 for “literary purposes, mutual improvement and the promotion of social intercourse.” (Sounds like aYGL party to me!) It was built in 1900-1902 by Chicago Tribune

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The Patterson House, home of The Washington Club. (Photo Kevin Koski)

Editor Cissy Medill Patterson of Chicago, the daughter of Joseph Medill, owner of the Chicago Tribune. Historic citations granted to the property include “District of Columbia Historic Site” (1964), “National Register of Historic Places” (1972), and the “1974 Massachusetts Avenue Historic District.” (WL was founded in 1991…we’re not as historic, but, hey, we’re not a newbie either!) This year, we teamed up with event management company CVENT to develop a custom online system to make registration smoother (and the party crasher-proof). Guests were pre-registered – all they had to do was enter their name and email – and they were granted access to a multi-media website where they could RSVP, learn more about the venue, the sponsors, and fellow YGL invitees. Echoes of power salons past reverberated in my head as I strode past the smiling and bowtie wearing ladies of Velvet Keys Valet and the über-professional and calm On Point Security team. I wondered what the young and powerful

of a century ago would have thought if they walked into the building now. The work of Events by Andre Wells always epitomizes swank sophistication and the fabulous life and this YGL party was no exception. For each of the past five years, Wells has brought fresh ideas, creativity and surprises to the table and ensures everything is glamorous ... and well-run. The classic interior of the Club was once again infused with modern lounge furnishings from event production company Syzygy Events. Wells seamlessly interwove a South Beach chic aesthetic with the venue’s Classical Revival motif. It’s a mix that could have gone wrong without high-end products and a discerning eye. Elegant floral arrangements from the incomparable Janet Flowers Wedding and Event Design added a crucial design element, delicately adorning candlelit tables and creating grand statements – including towering assemblages of pink and red roses. The creative genius of Frost Lighting, meanwhile, set the atmosphere with a glamorous blue glow. Frost Lighting even bathed the marble

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and terra-cotta exterior of the Club in an oh-sovery-glamorous Hollywood way. The YGL party doesn’t live on looks alone! Dancing and socializing were de rigueur and no one could keep away from the delectable hors d’oeuvres and buffet offerings created by one of Washington’s top caterers, Design Cuisine. The Asian-inspired menu was a hot topic of conversation throughout the party and in the blogosphere the next day. Other sweet treats came from Georgetown Cupcake, which provided its sinfully delicious cupcakes packaged in individual pink boxes. The popular candlelit bars kept good times flowing all night with a combination of wine and spirits from Sugar Leaf Vineyard, Stella Artois, Ke le One Vodka, Prosecco, and Red Bull. As they sipped custom cocktails from Design Cuisine’s mixologists, D.C.’s under-40 power set was entertained by some of the area’s top DJs, including: Adrian Loving, DJ I:Wah, DJ Fabiana, and DJ Cassidy. Soul band Time for a Change travelled from Virginia Beach (via East Coast Entertainment) and held court in the President’s Auditorium, where guests soon filled the dance floor. None of the music would have been possible without expert audio expertise and equipment from VSG Solutions. Each year, the luxe product-laden YGL gift bag gets as much attention as our VIP guest list. PR mavens Dannia Hakki and Sherry Moeller of boutique public relations firm Moki Media supplied aWashington Life-monogrammed gift bag overflowing with goodies (see sidebar for contents).

The WL / Moki Media Signature Tote designed by Christopher Boutlier. (Photo Anchyi Wei)

We were also thankful to have interior designer Christopher Boutlier design the actual bag itself. (We loved the leather handles, Chris!) And then there was the fashion. Once again, our eclectic gathering of D.C.’s top young movers and shakers totally came through. Our “star sponsor” was Karen Millen, who made sure that the ladies of Washington Life looked even more lovely than usual in her sophisticated yet sexy “glamorous cocktail” attire. I was given the Italian treatment, thanks to the awesome team at Ermenegildo Zegna of Tysons Galleria, who took time to find me the perfect suit for the occasion. (You can see managing editor Karin Tanabe’s Karen Millen and my Zegna suit, as well as the entire party, in our WLTV video coverage online.) Dressed to impress and ready to continue the epic night, stalwart guests moved the festivities to the after-party at Darlington House restaurant around midnight, where they celebrated until the wee hours with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and sounds by the resident DJ. The buzz around this year’sYGL list was hotter than ever, due in part to the sheer number of new gatekeepers since the new administration came to town. Each year, the party gets better and we have the capital’s dynamic under-40 set to thank for that. Stay tuned, because we’re already planning for next year, and we can’t wait!

Inside the YGL gift bag produced by Moki Media! BADGLEY MISCHKA–Signature Replica (mini) fragrance and Badgley Mischka Couture fragrance Vial Cards LUXXERY–Cosmetic Medical Boutique Signature “Keep-it-Snappy” Facial $60 Gift Certificate and Beta Enzyme Cleanser CHRIS BOUTLIER–Signature Tote Bags ADELER JEWELERS–Gemstones with $250 Gift Certificate LEBANESE TAVERNA–$25 Gift Card ROBERT ANDREW SALON AND SPA REDKEN–Shampoo and Color Extend Spray CIBU PHO FINISH–Workable Finishing Hair Spray ALCHIMIE FOREVER–$50 Coupon MAKER’S MARK–Mini Bottles DESIGN ARMY–Notecard Set QUEEN BEE DESIGNS–Faceted Beaded Earrings and $20 Gift Certificate KAREN MILLEN–Crystal Square Stud Earrings STELLA ARTOIS–Chalice Glasses SAHARA DANCE–Free Belly Dancing Lesson FRESH OF GEORGETOWN–$25 Gift Certificate DARLINGTON HOUSE–Complimentary Lunch or Dinner up to $50 VIRTUAL GOLF GIRL–Golf Towels PEVONIA BOTANICA–Skin Care Products PARK HYATT WASHINGTON–Sugar Cookies and 10% of all Masters of Food & Wine events UNITED NATIONS FOUNDATION–USBs SPRINGMILL BREAD CO –Oatmeal Cookies ARENA STAGE–Free Tickets

Left to right: Design Cuisine’s Asian-inspired buffet in the Patterson room; An exquisite ambiance in the Drawing Room thanks to Andre Wells (pictured) and circular lounge sets by Syzygy Events (Photo Kevin Koski); One of many stunning floral arrangement by Janet Flowers Wedding and Event Design (Photo Kevin Koski); A long bar provided by event production company Syzygy Events. This one was placed in the ballroom where Frost Lighting and DJs Adrian Loving, DJ I:Wah, DJ Fabiana, and DJ Cassidy set the trendy glamorous mood. (Photos Kevin Koski)

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FAB UNDER â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Glamour abounded at Washington Lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 5th annual fĂŞte celebrating 250 young and inďŹ&#x201A;uential Washingtonians. Held at the elegant Washington Club (the former Pa#erson Mansion on Dupont Circle), the â&#x20AC;&#x153;must a#endâ&#x20AC;? event orchestrated by event planner Andre Wells featured Asian-inspired food, specialty cocktails, and a spectacular gi& bag assembled by Moki Media. Those who werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t too tired out by the festivities headed to nearby Darlington House where the fun-ďŹ lled a&er-party continued till the wee hours. Read more about the event in our â&#x20AC;&#x153;Making of the YGL.â&#x20AC;? WHITE HOUSE STOPPING BY: Reggie Love, Ali Campoverdi, Adam Frankel, Brian Jung, Cody Stephen Keenan, Sam Kass, Katie Johnson, and Macon Phillips. VIEW PHOTOS & WLTV VIDEO AT WWW WASHINGTONLIFE COM!

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SWEDES CELEBRATE Nil Liljegren knows how to give a great dinner party â&#x20AC;&#x201C; where admittedly no one has a better time than she does herself. And it was fun indeed at Nil and Henrik Liljegrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Foxhall Crescent home when they hosted Dan Entstedt, president and CEO of Saab North America. Henrik, a popular former Swedish ambassador here and in other lands, is now Enstedtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s senior political and diplomatic advisor. (I was surprised when the guest of honor told me that Saab, after divestitures, mergers and acquisitions, is presently focused on aircraft production instead of the familiar sturdy cars, which are now manufactured by General Motors.) Among the guests were Daniel Fried, former U.S. ambassador to Poland, dubbed by the press â&#x20AC;&#x153;the Guantanamo Czarâ&#x20AC;? after he was appointed the State Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s special envoy to handle the thorny problems connected to that infamous military base. Also enjoying the seafood medley and duck breast were Lloyd Hand and his wife, the talented jewelry designer Ann Hand. Two of Washingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most elegant and willowy women, Aniko Gaal Scho and Ishin Ludlow, were there with husbands Nash Scho and George Ludlow. Henrikâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interesting memoir, â&#x20AC;&#x153;From Taliinn to Turkey as Swede and Diplomat,â&#x20AC;? recounts his roles at the center of the action during his many hot-spot postings. AUTHOR! AUTHOR! Soon after its exceptional annual gala, the Folger Shakespeare Library presented another smashing evening, the PEN/Faulkner Awards celebration, a bookloverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s delight. Guests at the author-laden event included Robert Stone, Deborah Tannen, Allen

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Cheuse, Bevery Lowery, Pulitzer-prize winner Clarence Page, Mary Ha and Andrea and Stephen Weisswasser. With television newscaster-author Gwen IďŹ ll emceeing, Native American writer Sherman Alexie was awarded the PEN/Faulkner prize of $15,000 for his 23-story collection, â&#x20AC;&#x153;War Dances.â&#x20AC;? Prizes of $5,000 each were awarded to Barbara Kingsolver (â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Lacunâ&#x20AC;?), Lorraine R. Long (â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Homicide Survivorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Picnicâ&#x20AC;?), Lorrie Moore (â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Gate at the Stairs) and Colson Whitehead (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sag Harborâ&#x20AC;?). Literary judges Al Young, Rilla Askew and Kyoko Mori cited and described the awardwinning books, ranging from a tale of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera to a coming-of-age account. Each work sounded fascinating and many in the audience will undoubtedly rush out and buy all the authorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; books right away. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what a literary evening should be about.

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a free-flowing bar and scurrying waiters passing hot-from-the-oven hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ouevres. And there was poignancy, too. The Fund fights youth trafficking, and a young girl, Asia, brought the crowd to tears when she described her victimization. Andrea Powell, FAIR Fundâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s co-founder and executive director, said the groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s handson programs had aided over 15,000 young girls and boys during the last six years in 11 countries, including the U.S. Seen: the Indian ambassador Meera Shankar; former Rep. Connie Morella was there as a member of the honorary host committee, as was Esther Coopersmith, fresh from the White House the night before. Host committeemen included KNEW Galleriesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Fernando Batista and International Club DCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sanjaya He ihewa. Busily selling raffle tickets was dynamic Tanya Sabel of the Capitol City Ball. Created to â&#x20AC;&#x153;help charities and have fun,â&#x20AC;? the event was founded by John Dunford and Bruce Fries. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were so impressed with FAIR Funds results that we chose them as one of the charities we are helping sponsor this year,â&#x20AC;? Dunford said. Beruffled models in sponsor Betsey Johnsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creations floated through the crowd, shepherded by perky Jenny Zinn, manager of Betseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s M street store. Blonde sponsor Janine Schoonover said her husband Brit Swan and his business partner Rodrigo Garcia (son of Marlene Ramallo Chalmers Cooke) will soon open Serendipity3 at the Wisconsin Avenue and M Street NW site of the late, lamented Nathanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s restaurant.

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MAGIC MOMENTS Patrons relished seeing theater legends Stephen Sondheim and Angela Lansbury together – but there was no need to “send in the clowns” (lyrics from one Sondheim’s best-known tunes, now being sung by Lansbury in a Broadway revival of “A Li#le Night Music”). A&er all, there was champagne, dinner, and top entertainment (all related to the two stars’ careers), plus a record haul of $350,000 to celebrate Signature’s 20th year under the direction of co-founder Eric Schaeﬀer. ALL FOR ART “You can be negotiating a treaty or you can be here,” gala co-chair Juliann Clemente said, referring to the world leaders gathering for the nuclear summit across town that night. No contest, obviously. Art outlives all.

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SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE: The snow may have held up the Jete Society’s annual fête earlier this year, but the show finally went on as planned this spring. Co-chairmen Winston Lord Bao and Ashley Taylor did their best to made sure all of the guests enjoyed the free-flowing Champagne in addition to the sounds of The Winn Brother Band and a special performance by tap star Ryan Johnson on the dance floor. THE REVELERS: Honorary chairman Michael Saylor, Christopher Reiter, Juleanna Glover, Jeremy Smith, Luis Torres, Joy Robertson, Reem Sadik, Stacey Lubar, Amanda Cobb, and France Hoang. VIEW ALL THE PHOTOS AT WWW WASHINGTONLIFE COM!

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HORSING AROUND The day dawned bright and sunny for the 85th Annual Virginia Gold Cup, held at picturesque Great Meadow. With wide-brimmed sunhats and dapper dandies abounding, the record crowd of 50,000 – which included a mix of Washington scenesters and Horse Country types – do#ed the rolling country landscape with colorful horse country ﬂair. Guests enjoyed the region’s largest tailgate party in style while visitng elaborately catered private tents and the 300 vendor stations, which brought the course to life. While the a#ention paid to the actual races is debatable, 11-year old race veteran Bubble Economy came out on top, his second Gold Cup win in the last three years.

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DAY AT THE RACES A great day and even greater cause. Becky’s Fund, a national non-profit organization focused on domestic violence awareness, kicked off the month of May at the 2010 Virginia Gold Cup. The organization hosted its fourth annual “Investing in Hope” at the event – a fundraiser to benefit victims of domestic violence and abuse. Guests enjoyed great food, drinks and camaraderie to benefit an important cause. SADDLING UP: Kleo Curry, Juleanna Glover, Kenneth D. Suarez, Kevin Rohalmin, Colt Brennan, and Mary and Rich Amons, among many others. VIEW THE PHOTOS AND VIDEO WWW WASHINGTONLIFE COM!

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Architect Deborah Kalkstein and her dog, Hilton, in the entryway of her modern Potomac, Md., home (Photos by John Heale)

generations ARCHITECT DEBORAH KALKSTEIN TAKES US INSIDE HER FAMILYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CONTEMPORARY OASIS

Clockwise from top left: 1. Art as a focal point and low-to-the-ground seating renders the Bachrach’s family room both modern and playful. 2. Framing their children’s artwork and including a chalkboard height chart adds more than a touch of whimsy to the family’s dining area. 3. Sleek, contemporary furniture highlights views of the spacious grounds.

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eborah Kalkstein, a modernist architect trained in the style of the Bauhaus, has her roots in Lima, Peru, where she hails from a creative family of architects. When she moved to Washington after attending school in Lima and Milan (where she met her husband, Carlos Bachrach), she quickly learned that the nation’s capital is entrenched in tradition and its residents are most comfortable in conservative living quarters. Convinced her style and aesthetic

had a place here, she pursued her love for design, found her own projects, and launched her firm, Contemporaria. In the process, she met forward thinking stars of the construction industry and furniture manufacturing. Her next endeavor: a retail concept for fine European furnishings, lighting, and accessories, also called Contemporaria, which she opened in Bethesda in 1999. (A second location opened in Cady’s Alley in Georgetown in 2004.) “Washington was so predictable when I first came here. I traveled to New York constantly to shop for furniture and eat at

The large glass table in the dining room serves not only as a contemporary statement piece, but also provides ample seating for family and friends.

good restaurants,” she notes. No longer. The city has changed and so has the world where Kalkstein lives and works. Architecture and interior design blend seamlessly in the Potomac home she shares with Carlos and their two children, Camille and Kevin. One of the few non-Colonials in the neighborhood, Kalkstein declared it “a work in progress” from the moment she spotted it. Her ideas on architecture, interiors, furniture, art, lighting, and materials showcase how inviting contemporary can be. Collectibles in the house include iconic furniture by Mies van der Rohe and Marcel Breuer, both masters of modern architecture.The family’s most notable artworks include a painting by A. Vera (a socio-political commentary on Spain under Franco and the monarchy) and a Jordan Doner photograph that is a masterpiece of illusion. Furniture from Minotti, Bonacina, Kartell, and Paola Lenti represent the work of generations of furniture makers. What gives this house a soul, however, is the way it comes together as a livable art form. Good design is about the occupant, not the designer or architect, even though in this case, Deborah is all three. And her entire family participates in the decorating process, including the kids. They choose the color of their rooms and Mom worked with them to create the environment they wanted to live in. Guests feel equally at home and welcome. Large, open spaces filled with light flow gracefully with comfortable furniture suited for small, intimate gatherings or large parties. Here, beauty is not only to behold, it’s to live. Carlos travels to Lima on business every month. Deborah visits several times a year for special occasions or when she feels the longing for the Peruvian capital’s ordered chaos. “My family and friends are there. I am firmly rooted in my country of origin. Peru owns my heart, but my life is here in Washington.” Carlos and Camille Bachrach, Deborah Kalkstein, and Kevin Bachrach outside their family home.

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Pre-summer Sales Adrienne Arsht buys again, this time on Woodland Drive NW; Elinor Farquharâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s former residence sells in Kalorama, and a noted CNN correspondent buys in Berkley BY STAC E Y G R A Z I E R P FA R R

THE DISTRICT Public record shows that Adrienne Arsht has purchased her second major house within a year of moving to town (after seeing the advertisement in Washington Life!). Bruce and Wendy Dunnan sold their property at WOODLAND DRIVE NW for $8.2 million to the banker/philanthropist after lowering the original $9.7 million asking price. Mr. Dunnan is co-founder of The Grosvenor Funds, a venture capital firm that focuses on wireless technology, health care services, and defense-related projects. The seven-bedroom 1927 Beaux Arts house sits on an acre of land in Massachusetts Avenue Heights and features a gated entrance, grand entertainment spaces, ornate plaster moldings, herringbone oak floors, beautifully landscaped grounds with a

swimming pool, and servantsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; quarters. Cathie Gill of Cathie Gill Inc. Realtors was the listing agent for what is, to date, the highest home sale in the District this year. KALORAMA ROAD NW sold for $3.8 million to yet-to-be-named (in the public record) buyers with the help of Washington Fine Propertiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; A. Michael Sullivan, Jamie Peva, and Jim Bell. The historic house was built in 1926 by famed architect Thomas J.D. Fuller, and three years later was recognized by the Washington Board of Trade for its â&#x20AC;&#x153;outstanding contribution to the beautification of Washington.â&#x20AC;? The elegant Colonial-revival style mansion is the former residence of grande dame Elinor Farquhar, chairwoman emeritus of the Corcoran Gallery. The property sits next door to â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Lindens,â&#x20AC;? also known as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;King

Hooper Houseâ&#x20AC;? at 2401 Kalorama Road NW. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The LindensÂťâ&#x20AC;?was built in 1754 in Danvers, Mass., but was dismantled by a wealthy local couple in 1934, shipped to Washington in six railroad boxcars, and reassembled in its current location. Lou Hughes sold R STREET NW in Kalorama for $2,825,000. Hughes is a former president of General Motors International, COO of Lockheed Martin, and chief of staff of the State Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Afghanistan Reconstruction Group. He is currently CEO of the Herndon-based GBS Laboratories.The Federal row-house was built in the 1890s and features grand entertaining spaces that include a dramatic double salon and formal library, plus private terraces, a butlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pantry, and an au pair suite. Jim Bell of Washington Fine Properties was the listing agent. William and Sheila Walker sold TH STREET NW

for $2,262,500. Mr. Walker is president and CEO of Walker & Dunlop, a commercial real estate finance company and one of the largest apartment lenders in the U.S.The fivebedroom Colonial in the idyllic, tree-lined Observatory Circle neighborhood was built in 1931 and includes an inviting center hall, formal living room and library, and a master suite with an adjoining office. Mark and Kelly Knebel, of Clemens Construction Consulting, sold ROCKWOOD PARKWAY NW in Spring Valley for $6,995,000. The six-bedroom stone and stucco 16,000-square-foot

The highest home sale of 2010, for $8.2 million, was completed by listing agent Cathie Gill of Cathie Gill Inc. Realtors, who is celebrating her 25th anniversary this year.

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The Winery at La Grange was founded in 2006 on a 20 acre historic property and consists of a circa 1790 brick manor house, a newly constructed 8,000 sq. ft. winery production building, a rental house circa 1900, a barn and several outbuildings. An excellent opportunity to purchase a turnkey operation in this established and growing wine region. $7,000,000.

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Potomac, MD

Spectacular custom built home with traditional functionality and contemporary flair backs up to golf course fairway on very quiet cul de sac. Meticulously maintained and light filled, this 5 BR 5 full and 2 half bath home offers generous room sizes, dramatic ceiling height, customized details, tennis court, 3 car garage and mature lush landscaping. Close to Potomac Village. $2,595,000.

Kalorama, DC

Meticulously renovated 6 BR, 7.5 bath home on a prime lot in the heart of Kalorama, optimizes modern convenience, while celebrating its grand, period architectural character. Featuring refined and elegant finishes and exquisite molding and woodwork. A rare find, the home blends the warm intimacy of a family home with the stately elegance of an ambassadorial residence. Garage and driveway parking. $5,995,000.

Penny Yerks | 703.760.0744

Outstanding 7 BR, 5.5 bath colonial has it all. Features include a sun-drenched floor plan with excellent flow for entertaining and everyday living. Features a generous living room with fireplace, banquet sized dining room, expansive family room/master suite addition, finished lower level with with rec-room and BR with bath. An abundant, level lot with a two car garage completes this exceptional offering. $2,495,000.

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Gorgeous Yeonas & Ellis built brick colonial sited on a beautifully landscaped lot. Features dramatic entrance foyer elegant living and dining rooms, chef ’s kitchen, spacious family room with stone fireplace & library. Private rear deck. Master suite boasts a sitting room, two-sided fireplace, breakfast bar, and his & hers baths. 3 additional bedrooms all with baths en-suite. The finished lower level offers a generous-sized rec room, billiards area, gym, & media room. $2,799,999.

Observatory Circle, DC

Magnificent colonial on a great block. 6 BR, 4.5 baths, 3 fireplaces, kitchen with attached family room, dramatic two-story library, separate dining room, lower level with second family room and au pair suite. Lovely rear yard and patio, 1-car garage. $2,275,000.

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Georgetown, DC

Part of the former and historic “Friendship” estate. Spectacular formal living room with 11’8” ceilings, large sun-filled bay and fireplace. FDR features marble floors from the Old Ebbitt Hotel. Gourmet kitchen. Upstairs are two sun-filled bedrooms. 3rd floor/attic is finished and is the perfect office space. Lush front garden and private south facing rear garden with mature boxwoods and pool. 1-car parking. $2,150,000.

Michael Rankin | 202.271.3344

Nestled on a 6-acre wooded oasis, this contemporary retreat underwent a $700k+ renovation in 2001 and offers every amenity imaginable. Gracious marble entrance foyer, beautifully appointed formal living and dining rooms, and spacious gourmet chef’s kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances. Breathtaking views abound from every room within the home. Beautifully landscaped yard w/ koi pod, decks & gazebo. 6 BR, 4.5 baths, 5 fireplaces. $1,599,000.

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McLean, VA

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Forest Hills, DC

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Michael Rankin | 202.271.3344

Stunning English Arts & Crafts manor house designed and built by award-wining local builder Morris-Day. Surrounded by exquisite custom landscaping & waterfalls, this home has been finished with the highest quality materials. Exacting attention to detail, this home was built to impress. $2,999,000.

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Richard Leverrier | 202.957.7777

Exceptional 5,000+ sq. ft. colonial with modern amenities and updates sits on an 18,000 sq. ft. private and wooded lot overlooking Rock Creek Park. Features include sleek open kitchen, media room, formal living and dining rooms. 6 BR, 6.5 baths including separate in-law suite. Multiple gardens and stone terraces with mature professional landscaping. 2-car garage. $1,995,000.

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Crestwood, DC

Stately center hall colonial sited on a large lot on picturesque Randolph Street, one of the most coveted streets in Crestwood. Thoughtfully renovated by its current owners, the home features large, welcoming rooms with great flow for entertaining. Four finished levels offer 6 BR, 4.5 baths, a renovated table space kitchen with mud room, separate, beautifully renovated 1 BR in-law suite and 2 car garage. $1,395,000.

Adams Morgan, DC

Two units remaining at the Erie, a new 8-unit boutique condo. Top-of-the-line finishes and fixtures, sleek contemporary design, high-tech wiring. Penthouse 3 (2 BR/2 baths/2 half baths, private roof terrace): $1,050,000. Unit C1 (2 BR/2.5 baths, 1,735 sq.ft.): $799,000.

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house was built in 2006 as the builderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary residence. The property features custom mill work throughout, an indoor basketball court, spa treatment room, home theater, heated pool, and cabana with kitchen. Kate Bolduan and Michael Gershenson bought TH STREET NW from Suzanne Kuser for $1,360,000. Bolduan is a District-based assignment correspondent for CNN. Gershenson works at The Carlyle Group where he focuses on real estate.The 1952 six-bedroom center hall Colonial in the Berkley neighborhood boasts an au pair suite, large screened-in porch, and stunning gardens.

MARYLAND Barry and Lyn Chasen bought LELAND STREET for $1,722,500 from Thomas and Sara Conley. Mr. Chasen is a partner at Chasen Boscolo, an injury law firm in Greenbelt. The six-bedroom Colonial in Chevy Chase was built in 2005 and includes coffered ceilings, temperaturecontrolled wine storage with mahogany racks, and a media room. VIRGINIA Rose DiNapoli and Michael Sitcov sold TH STREET NORTH in Arlington

for $2,510,000 with the help of McEnearney Associatesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Sharon Chamberlin. The house was designed and built in 1994 by DiNapoli, founder of Morris-DiNapoli, an interior architecture firm. Sitcov is a justice department attorney. The eight-bedroom property in Arlingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Country Club Hills was modeled after a 19th-century English country house and boasts formal gardens, patios, and a master suite with his-and-hers dressing rooms. Dr. Edward J. Nelson and his wife, Constance, sold TWINCREST COURT in McLeanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garfield Park neighborhood for $3,050,000 with the help of listing agent Anne DiBenedetto of McEnearney Associates. Nelson works as a pediatric dentist in McLean. The seven-bedoom 12,000-square-foot Colonial constructed in 2003 includes a grand conservatory, four car garage, home theater, and gourmet

Pediatric dentist Edward J. Nelson and his wife, Constance, sold 7815 Twincrest Court in McLeanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garfield Park for $3,050,000

PROPERTY LINES POLITICIAN SELLS: Former Secretary of Energy Sam Bodman and his wife Diane listed their house at W H I T E H AV E N STREET NW in Observatory Circle for $8,950,000. The seven-bedroom Georgian was built in 1951 and includes a koi pond, custom conservatory, and spectacular third-level family room with panoramic views.

the market for $2,399,000. The property features many modern amenities in addition to a rooftop terrace which includes a stainless steel hot tub and gas fireplace. TTR Sothebyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s International Realtyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Greg Gaddy and Carroll Dey are the listing agents.

NBC GURUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FORMER HOME LISTED: The late, great newscaster David Brinkleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s former Chevy Chase residence is on the DARLING OF DESIGN: market for $3,699,000. The Nationally known lawyer- Georgian Colonial at

turned-designer a n d MELROSE STREET was B e t h e s d a custom built in 1988 for native Darryl Brinkley, and was recently C a r t e r expanded by its current d e v e l o p e d owners, Ron and Patti the interior Rosenfeld. Mr. Rosenfeld is conceptual an American politician and architecture housing expert who served of

TH as the former chairman of STREET NW the Federal Housing Finance in the West End. The house, Board and president of originally constructed in 1923, the Government National was recently rebuilt by Zusin M o r t g a g e Association Development and is now on under President George W.

Bush. Listing agents for the property are Pat Lore and Ted Beverley of Evers & Co. Real Estate. ON THE MARKET: SHARSBURG PIKE known as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rockland Estateâ&#x20AC;? and considered to be one of the Marylandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most notable historic houses, is going to auction later this month. The circa 1803 bay stone and brick mansion was built by Col. Frisby Tilghman, the son of Marylandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first attorney general. The 25-acre property, once the largest slave-holding estate in Washington County, was where famed abolitionist and author James W.C. Pennington escaped from slavery in 1827. Current owners Michael Moreland and Jason Daisey have owned the property since 2004 and have completed many modern infrastructure improvements, including installing central air conditioning, extensively remodeling the kitchen, and constructing a 3,000-bottle wine cellar in one of the basement rooms.

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Georgetown, D.C.

$1,750,000

This Washington Harbour stunning penthouse includes a river view, a ﬁreplace, a rooftop pool, garage parking, and concierge. The 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath duplex boasts 2,400 square feet of luxurious living, 2 balconies, smart house technology, and extra storage. Terri Robinson 202.966.6223/ 202.944.8400 (O).

Bethesda, Maryland

$ 2,600,000

This elegant country estate backs to the 6th fairway of the Congressional Country Club’s premier golf course. The 2 beautifully landscaped acres are appointed with a tennis court and a pool. Bethesda All Points Ofﬁce 301.229.4000.

Alexandria, Virginia

$1,149,000

This gracious brick home is sited on a half-acre in one of Alexandria’s loveliest neighborhoods. The colonialstyle residence offers spacious rooms, hardwood ﬂoors, 2 ﬁreplaces, a gorgeous sunroom, and tremendous expansion potential. Carolyn Manlove 703.283.6329/ 703.790.1990 (O). carolyn.manlove@longandfoster.com.

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Bethesda, Maryland

$2,199,000

This exquisite new brick-and-stone home boasts over 7,000 square feet on 3 finished levels. Sited on nearly one-third of an acre, the 6-bedroom, 6 full-bath residence features high-end details, custom finishes, and a 2-car garage. Bethesda Avenue Office 240.497.1700.

Potomac, Maryland

$1,495,000

Sited on 2 acres, this stunning residence is located on a private cul-de-sac just outside of Avenel. Special features include a gourmet kitchen, updated baths, a ﬁnished walkout lower level, and an inground pool. Wendy Banner 301.365.9090/ 301.907.7600 (O). wendy@bannerteam.com.

Washington, D.C. $1,100,000

Cleveland Park, D.C.

$1,325,000

Charming, spacious, and perfect, this Circa-1937 brick colonial-style home has over $400,000 in stunning updates since 2006. The residence is appointed with a gourmet kitchen, an owner’s suite, a ﬁreplace, private gardens, and a 2-car garage. Roby Thompson 202.255.2986/ 202.483.6300 (O).

Potomac, Maryland

$1,075,000

This beautiful, brick colonial-style residence is located in Country Place, which offers a tennis and pool club. The home’s superb features include 2 fireplaces, moldings, a first-floor office, a chef’s kitchen, updated baths, a laundry room, and closets galore. Potomac Village Office 301.983.0060.

Culpeper, Virginia

Beautifully renovated and improved, this gorgeous home with secure off-street parking is located just blocks from U Street, Adams Morgan, and Dupont Circle. One will be able to relax on the private brick patio or enjoy a show in the home theater. Chevy Chase South Ofﬁce 202.966.0400.

$2,499,000

Located one hour from Washington, D.C., this 13-acre historic estate with lovely pool and tennis areas is the perfect country residence. The stately home has been renovated for today’s standard of luxury, yet retains its 1799 Colonial heritage. www.karenbarker.com. Karen Barker 703.928.8384/ 202.363.1800 (O).

Logan Circle, D.C. $1,500,000

Chevy Chase, Maryland

$1,695,000

This ﬂoor plan has 5 of 8 bedrooms and 3 of 5 baths on the main level. With 4,050 square feet on the top 2 levels, this spacious home on .3 acres offers a walkin attic, a 2-car garage, a large walkout basement, and a professionally landscaped garden with a screen porch. Mary Thrasher 301.461.2695/ 202.362.1300 (O).

Potomac, Maryland

$1,125,000

This luxurious 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath colonial-style home with a renovated owner’s suite and spa bath is ideally sited on a cul-de-sac. The residence is wellsuited for entertaining and includes designer upgrades, a gourmet kitchen, and an open family room with a ﬁreplace. Ricki Gerger 301.652.2777/ 202.364.5200 (O).

This stunning detached Victorianstyle home epitomizes elegance. Thoughtfully restored, the residence boasts intricate details, soaring ceilings, elegant proportions, and exquisite millwork. sellmeahouse.com. Judith Levin and Peggy Ferris 202.438.1524/ 202.364.1300 (O).

North Arlington, Virginia

$1,139,000

Sited in Chain Bridge Forest, this center-hall colonialstyle home features an elegant dining room with a fireplace, a kitchen with a breakfast room, and a sunroom. The upper level hosts 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths including an owner’s suite with a sitting room and a fireplace. Arlington Office 703.522.0500.

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REALTOR ROUNDUP THESE AGENTS SHARE THEIR LOCAL EXPERTISE IN ALL THINGS REAL ESTATE

JIM BELL

DEBBIE SHAPIRO

CASEY MARGENAU

WASHINGTON FINE PROPERTIES

TTR SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

CASEY MARGENAU & ASSOCIATES REMAX

BIGGEST PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENT<

MARKET TRENDS<

Being nominated by the Wall Street Journal as one of the top real estate professionals in the nation. UP AND COMING NEIGHBORHOOD<

Everyone I know in Washington has started in either a basement apartment or in an “up and coming neighborhood” and has made their way to where they currently live. A neighborhood is defined by the people who live there, not by the economics of the surrounding area. I sell in every neighborhood that my clients choose to live in and I’m proud to do so. COMMON BUYER MISTAKES<

Not having parking. Parking is important for resale in any market. Another mistake is not visiting a property at different times of the day or night. Some houses are located on busy rush hour streets and you should have a knowledgeable agent to identify those streets. This is common in neighborhoods that include Georgetown, Dupont Circle, and Capitol Hill.

We are so fortunate to be living in the Washington area where the economy and real estate market have held up relatively well compared to other markets. I have seen prices strengthening this year, primarily due to the strong local economy. The federal government continues to grow and more companies are moving their headquarters to the area.

FAVORITE ASPECT OF YOUR JOB<

Helping people, such as helping someone with a short sale and getting them back on their feet. MARKET TRENDS<

In McLean, the West McLean community is a combination of older ramblers and newer colonials and Art and Craft style homes. As the original owners move, the properties are torn down and tasteful new custom homes are being built. The location is amazing, walking distance to central McLean and minutes to I-4 9,5I-66, the GW Parkway, and Tysons Corner.

Many people make today’s market seem like something new, and this is not true. The market is behaving the same way as it did during the 1980’s and early 1990’s, where percentages increased by 10-20 percent each year and then resulted in a crash from May 1989 –1991. I believe the market acted the same way during the early 2000’s with the increasing percentages and the market crashed in ’08. We are in a bottom that resulted from that. That being said, prices have come down to what is reasonable, and this current market has been fantastic. The fall will be a good opportunity for investors, while next spring will look similar to this year.

SELECTING A REALTOR<

Look for someone who has a strong knowledge of any recent transactions and prices in the market in which they work. And hire an agent who is part of a global brand that can market your property to qualified buyers around the world.

It is important when buying a home to have an agent who has in depth knowledge of the marketplace. One side of a street could be more desirable than the other, and only an agent with real knowledge and experience would know.

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LILIAN JORGENSON

CREIG NORTHROP

WASHINGTON FINE PROPERTIES

LONG & FOSTER DOLLEY MADISON OFFICE

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SELECTING A REALTOR<

MARKET TRENDS<

Good negotiating skills are important in selecting an agent. Any skills provided to sellers or buyers are not effective without product/market knowledge and the respect amongst the brokerage community. Unfortunately, half of failed real estate deals happen because of inexperienced agents, rather than a buyer and seller not agreeing to price, terms, and conditions.

Recently there was an upswing in sales in homes priced below $1 million. That was possibly driven by the Federal subsidy. That market seems to have slowed since the subsidy expired. There is a relatively large inventory of homes priced over 1$ million and buyers in that price range are negotiating tough terms. In all price ranges homes must be in excellent condition and priced right to sell.

We’re definitely starting to see an increase in activity and multiple offers on wellpriced properties in good condition. The condition of a property is dictating how quickly it’s selling. That’s why we focus so much on staging the property to sell. We have in-house Accredited Stagers and offer complimentary staging consultations to all our clients.

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I am most proud of my consistent performance over 25years.This year I expect to pass 1$ billion in career sales volume. The North Virginia Association of Realtors consistently recognized me as one of the top twenty realtors in this region.

Last year we were given the 2009 Community Service Award from the Howard County Association of Realtors (H CAR). Giving back to the community is truly one of my all-time favorite things to do.

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UP AND COMING NEIGHBORHOOD<

It’s difficult for many clients to see past superficial aspects of a prospective home. The wall colors, lighting, decoration, or the furniture may give people a negative feeling when they walk in and they may reject a home that would be perfect for them with their own style. Another common mistake:failing to understand their budget. It is always best to talk with a loan officer first before looking to avoid disappointment and wasted time.

Maple Lawn is a great new community! Located in Fulton, Md., it features awardwining architecture, and an easy walk to shops, restaurants, and has large areas of open space. There’s a unique mix of boutique shops and high quality restaurants.

BIGGEST PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENT<

Co-founding the Capital Region’s premier locally-owned brokerage firm and maintaining respect amongst my fellow colleagues as a sales agent. COMMON BUYER MISTAKES< Overpaying or letting the right house pass you by. I think the Xand Ygenerations of today, who are hands on and detail oriented, sometimes take it to the extreme where they think they do not need help from a professional. It’s going to take time before these generations realize it can be a costly mistake if you go into court without a lawyer or go into the operating room without a doctor. Any savvy buyer from any generation knows to put themselves in the hands of an expert.

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NANCY BUBES

SHARON CHAMBERLIN

MARK MCFADDEN

CATHIE GILL

WASHINGTON FINE PROPERTIES

MCENEARNEY & ASSOCIATES

WASHINGTON FINE PROPERTIES

CATHIE GILL INC@ REALTORS

UP AND COMING NEIGHBORHOOD<

Downtown Washington. So many exciting commercial developments are going on there and the residential boom will follow. BIGGEST PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENT<

Making the Wall Street Journal’s list of the “Top 100 Agents in America.” MARKET TRENDS<

I tell all my sellers we are so fortunate here to have a market at all. I would qualify this as a good, or normal, market, but it does takes us a little longer to sell and there isn’t as much to buy either.

MARKET TRENDS<

Two to three years ago everyone wanted to be bigger and have more “flash.” Today’s buyers want to make conservative choices. They want a house that will allow them choices as their lives change, without having to move.

Buyers and sellers are realizing that bigger isn’t always better. Today’s buyers are looking for a higher level of finish and not necessarily more square footage. While the economy stabilizes, buyers want to stick to the basics and want what matters most in a home, like kitchens and bathrooms.

SELECTING A REALTOR<

I do an initial interview with each of my potential clients to find out if their expectations are realistic. I need to know if they can work with my personality and clients need to find out if I listen to and understand what they are saying. I will respect their needs and desires with integrity and professionalism.

BIGGEST PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENT<

COMMON BUYER MISTAKES:

COMMON BUYER MISTAKES<

When buying a house, people think their lives will stay the same for a long time. One of the things that has been a huge help with this for my clients is the initial interview process.

Buying on emotion over actual needs and location. Over-buying in a market and then over improving the house for the particular neighborhood. Consider what your life may look like in the next five or 10 years, knowing the neighborhood and paying attention to marketable details of the house.

Earning a reputation for fostering long term relationships with my clients and gaining their repeat business for years to come, from private industry to the White House. My attention to detail, total discretion, and negotiating skills have contributed to stellar success.

COMMON BUYER MISTAKES<

Working with a professional that doesn’t have expertise in a particular neighborhood. These purchases are probably the largest people make today and my clients come to me for professional advice as to value and to negotiate on their behalf. ou Y just try and always do the best for your customer.

BIGGEST PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENT<

Remaining effective through all market cycles for over 25years. This month marks the 25th anniversary of the founding of Cathie Gill, Inc. with the 1985 sale of The Rocks to Sen. and Mrs. Jay Rockefeller-at the time the largest sale in the country. My biggest sale was a $2 2 million deal where I represented both buyer and seller, former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri. This year I am pleased to have the highest sale for 2010 in Washington — 2850 Woodland Drive and it is the forth time I have sold this home. UP AND COMING NEIGHBORHOOD<

They’re all up and coming in the right house. I have brokered sales in almost every Washington enclave. FAVORITE JOB ASEPCT<

Helping people find the home of their dreams and helping sellers realize the right prices.

HOME LIFE | HISTORICAL LANDSCAPES

Ladies of the Salon Oscar Wilde and the Barney Women BY DONNA EVERS

Natalie Barney

ne summer day in 1882, at a Long Island hotel, a pretty little tomboy of a girl ran smack into an eccentric-looking gentleman wearing a velvet jacket and silk stockings.The girl was Natalie Clifford Barney and the man she encountered was the famous writer and art devotee Oscar Wilde, who was on a year-long speaking tour of America. As a result of the collision, Wilde met the girl’s mother, distilling heiress Alice Pike Barney, and spent the afternoon telling her about the aesthetic movement in England and how life should be dedicated to art. Alice later claimed that the conversation changed her life, and she went away with the resolve to make her hometown,Washington, D.C., into the cultural as well as the political capital of the country. But first, Alice decided to take Natalie and her sister Laura to Paris to be educated. Already a talented singer and musician, Alice studied painting with James McNeill

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Whistler and became an accomplished portrait painter. At the same time, Natalie was reveling in the City of Light’s bohemian a t m o s p h e re, a n d when she wrote a book of love poems, her mother provided the illustrations. What Alice didn’t know, however, was that the poems were dedicated to Natalie’s female lovers. Back in the U.S., Alice’s husband, Albert Clifford Barney, heard of the scandal and crossed the ocean to bring his wife and daughters home to the safety of Washington and Bar Harbor, Maine. He was so upset that he began drinking heavily, had a heart attack, and died. This left Natalie with a fortune to pursue her own lifestyle in Paris and it left Alice to fulfill her dream inspired by Oscar Wilde. In 1902, Alice commissioned Washington architect Waddy B. Wood to construct a house on Sheridan Circle that would serve as a salon where artists could meet and perform for each other. The result was a romantic Spanish Mission-style Studio House with Art Nouveau flourishes, carved wood paneling, tiled floors, and a large raised stage for performances. Her guests ranged from Presidents Theodore Roosevelt and William Howard Taft to a raft of actors and artists that included Whistler, Enrico Caruso, Anna Pavlova, Sarah Bernhardt, and the Barrymores. Alice sang in some of the operas and was soon writing plays.

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Alice Pike Barney (self portrait)

Back in Paris, Natalie pursued her lesbian affairs and threw herself into the literary and art scene. Her home at 20, Rue Jacob on the Left Bank became a salon to rival that of Gertrude Stein’s, drawing writers and artists by the dozens, including F. Scott Fitzgerald, Ezra Pound, Auguste Rodin, T.S. Eliot, W. Somerset Maugham, Edna St. Vincent Millay, and later on, even Truman Capote. It was an amazing twist of fate that Natalie’s salon was en vogue just a few years after Wilde died in a seedy hotel around the corner. Unlike Paris, England did not tolerate homosexuality, and when Wilde got involved with a young English lord and ended up in jail for two years, thus falling from the height of celebrity to the depths of scandal and poverty. Although his health had declined precipitously in prison, he managed to retain his wit. On his deathbed in his run-down hotel room, he claimed he was “dying beyond his means,” quipping that “My wallpaper and I are fighting a duel to the death. One of us has got to go.” Today, the hotel has four stars and The Embassy of the lavishly refurbished Latvia, formerly Oscar Wilde room can the Alice Pike Barney House be occupied for a hefty sum. He would have appreciated the irony. N a t a l i e ’s salon flourished for 60 years and through two world wars. Wilde’s tomb in Paris’s Père Lachaise cemetery is visited by thousands of devotees each year, and Alice’s Studio House on Sheridan Circle NW is now the Latvian Embassy.

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Something for Everyone Three Washington properties offer unique living opportunities POTOMAC VIEW

POTOMAC AVE NW WASHINGTON DC

This light-filled contemporary house, with five bedrooms and three and a half baths, features floor-to-ceiling windows and commanding views of the Potomac River. The bright kitchen leads to a spacious family room and eat-in area, while the living and dining rooms have views of the parkland and river with an adjoining balcony. Upstairs, the master bedroom includes a verandah (also with Potomac views) and an updated master bathroom with a customized walk-in closet. A rooftop hot tub and patio provide perfect relaxation space. A bright in-law suite on the lower level has its own separate entrance. Outside, there is a backyard and carport large enough for two automobiles. Asking Price:

$1,995,000

Listing Agent:

Sarah Howard | 202-339-9227 Long and Foster/Christies Great Estates

KALORAMA TREASURE UNIT Q CONNECTICUT AVE@ NW WASHINGTON DC

Asking Price:

$2,495,000

Listing Agent:

Carrie Carter | 202-421-3938 TTR Sothebyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s International Realty

FOREST HILLS COLONIAL LINNEAN AVENUE NW WASHINGTON DC

This classic Colonial features seven bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms. The main level boasts large principal rooms with a floorplan suited for both entertaining and everyday living. Other features include a living room with a fireplace; a banquet-sized dining room; and a large granite and stainless steel kitchen. A multistory addition was recently completed, and includes a family room and master bedroom. The former features a gas fireplace, built-in bookcases and cabinets, media center, and French doors opening to a rear patio and garden. The second level offers four bedrooms and three baths, including a new master suite with en-suite bath and private balcony. The third level has two new bedrooms and a bathroom. The lower level includes a large recreation room and an additional bedroom with a renovated en suite bath. A two-car garage completes this exceptional offering.

Situated in a premier Kalorama building, this offering combines the g randeur of Old Worldstyle with modern luxury. The residence includes a stateof-the-art kitchen and four and a half renovated Asking Price: $3,999,999 bathrooms. Listing Agents: Kerry Fortune | 202-257-7447 Entertaining Nelson Marban | 202-870-6899 spaces include Washington Fine Properties an entrance hall, double living room and salon, and large dining room. Four well-proportioned bedrooms, each with its own bathroom; an ample family room, and eat-in kitchen with separate service entrance complete the living quarters. Situated amid other elegant residences and embassies, the building is close to the cultural attractions and conveniences of Cleveland Park, Dupont Circle, and Adams Morgan. Two parking spaces, a rooftop terrace, additional storage, building services, and an on-site fitness center are also available.

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Grand residence on beautiful block! Living, dining & breakfast rooms all open to 2-tiered garden & terrace; Sumptuous master suite + 4 add’l BR. 2-car garage. $2,495,000

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EDGEMOOR – Classic Colonial, perfectly sited on private 1/3 acre of beautifully landscaped gardens. Features first floor library, family room and glass porch. 3 fireplaces, 5BR, 3.5+ BA and 2 car garage. $2,449,000

SPRING HILL, BETHESDA, MARYLAND

POTOMAC, MARYLAND

Sally Marshall

Marsha Schuman

NEW LISTING! Rarely available 6 bedroom, 4.5 bath brick Colonial on cul-de-sac on private 12,000 SF lot. Large entertaining rooms, 3 fireplaces, curved stairway, open foyer, finished lower level, attached 2 car garage. $1,695,000

301-254-3020

301-996-3220

NEW LISTING! This is a perfect 10! Great renovation & close-in location make this home a special find. Large rooms, high ceilings, fantastic new kitchen, updated baths, pool, finished basement & more! $1,595,000

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KENWOOD, CHEVY CHASE, MARYLAND

Completely remodeled Colonial with unique, gracious open floor plan. Meticulous landscaped 1/3 acre lot with terraced areas & custom decks. 7BR, 5.5BA. $2,375,000

William F. X. Moody Robert Hryniewicki

202-243-1620

MASS AVE HEIGHTS, WASHINGTON, DC

2,500+ sf, 2BR, 2.5BA including master suite with dressing rooms and full bath, hardwood floors, 2 car parking! Utilities, taxes & services included in fee! $1,449,000

Ellen Morrell Matthew B. McCormick

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GEORGETOWN, WASHINGTON, DC

Stunning renovation unites historic architecture and impeccable interior design in this Victorian mansion. Soaring entertaining spaces, massive gourmet kitchen & grand master suite. Au pair suite, 3-car parking. $6,500,000

Jim Bell

202-607-4000

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K ALORAMA, WASHINGTON, DC

Grand Beaux Arts residence. Beautifully renovated, grand entertaining spaces, large master suite + 3BR, 4BA, 2 powder rooms, gardens, pool, garage. $4,450,000

Jim Bell Margot Wilson

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LOGAN CIRCLE, WASHINGTON, DC

Premier unit in historic Logan Circle mansion. Panoramic views of Logan Circle & Washington. Contemporary and professionally designed interior by Amy Samelson-NY. Lovely terrace and parking space. $1,125,000

Jim Bell

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SPRING VALLEY, WASHINGTON, DC

CLEVELAND PARK, WASHINGTON, DC

Anne Hatfield Weir Heidi Hatfield

Ellen Morrell Patrick Chauvin Matthew B. McCormick

Eileen McGrath Nancy Taylor Bubes

Jewel-like faรงade opens to dramatic interior. Luxurious master suite, exquisite architectural detailing. Terraces, custom windows & doors offer spectacular views. $4,600,000

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INTERNATIONAL OFFERING Spectacular duplex in most desirable building in Georgetown! Floor to ceiling windows overlooking terrace, designed with fabulous kitchen & baths, pool & gym. 2BR, 2.5BA. Fee includes utilities & garage parking. $2,300,000

202-549-2100

OLNEY, MARYLAND

NEW LISTING! Fantastic renovation of Historic Georgian Colonial built by Sears on 2.32 breathtaking acres. Privacy, pool & separate pool house, professional landscaping, all await the most discerning buyer! $1,399,000

Marsha Schuman

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Spectacular 1898 7BR, 5BA home on 1/3+ acre with sweeping porches, beautiful architectural details, rear deck & pool + garage. Near Metro, shops, & Zoo. $3,495,000

202-253-2226 202-256-2164

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GEORGETOWN, WASHINGTON, DC

Margot Wilson

NEW PRICE! Built in 1996, this magnificent residence is designed for entertaining with 5BR, 6.5BA. $4,250,000

301-299-9598

CLEVELAND PARK, WASHINGTON, DC

AVENEL, BETHESDA, MARYLAND

Heidi Hatfield Anne Hatfield Weir

Anne Killeen Susie Maguire

Immaculate renovation of 1901 Victorian with enchanting front porch. Exquisite architectural details; near urban amenities. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 fireplaces. $2,175,000

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CHEVY CHASE, MARYLAND

NEW LISTING! The home you have been admiring for years is now available. Stately center hall Colonial, palladium windows overlooking beautiful pool, patio & gardens. Family room with fireplace, 4BR, 4.5BA. $1,325,000

Susie Maguire

202-841-2006

Beautifully renovated gourmet kitchen open to family room, new master bath. Large deck, terrace, pool, cabana with stone fireplace, all on 2 picturesque acres. $1,945,000

301-706-0067 202-841-2006

COLONIAL VILLAGE, WASHINGTON, DC

Set amidst the lush topography of Rock Creek Park is this deceptively large Cotswold Cottage filled with sunlight and unique architectural design. 6BR, 4.5BA, 2 car garage, wood floors, central air conditioning. $1,095,000

Marilyn Charity

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From left to right: Matt Capps, Ian Desmond, Nyjer Morgan, Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez, and Adam Kennedy lounge at the bar of the PNC Diamond Club .

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Five stars of the Washington Nationals give back to their fans and community PHOTO BY JOSEPH ALLEN

ictory comes on two fronts for the Washington Nationals this spring. They’re scoring home runs on the diamond in the thick of their great season, while also giving back to the community. Very active individually and as a team, the Washington Nationals Dream Foundation - re-launched by the Lerner family in 2007 - allows children to learn the great American pastime from the pros while also participating in after-school educational programs. Through the foundation, the Nats are focusing on children’s health, education and recreation as they work to

improve the lives of families throughout the area. The creation of the Washington Nationals Pediatric Diabetes Care Complex at Children’s National Medical Center and the Youth Baseball Academy as well as an active Neighborhood Initiative that includes partnerships with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington are just a few of their many philanthropic projects The players pictured here, in the newly designed PNC Diamond Club, are going the extra mile. Outfielder Nyjer Morgan volunteers with the Kidney Foundation and serves on the their honorary board. He began

working with them when his three-year-old cousin was diagnosed with a Wilms’ tumor. Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez, along with his wife Maribel, formed the Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez Foundation in 1993, to assist families whose children are battling cancer. Matt Capps, who recently lost his father, will be starting a scholarship in his name at his former high school in Georgia. Adam Kennedy and Ian Desmond, both new to Washington this year, are already active with the Dream Foundation, working with the Children’s National Medical Center. Washington is lucky to have such ambassadors.

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POTOMAC, MARYLAND

Right out of Architectural Digest! Built by Bradbern, superb finishes & design complement a wonderful floor plan. 10’ ceilings, 4 fireplaces, master suite, lower level with theatre, gym, bar. Great pool. $4,850,000

Marsha Schuman

301-299-9598

INTERNATIONAL OFFERING Perfect blend of Old-World charm & modern design. Breathtaking interior spaces! Custom-built to highest standards. Surprisingly spacious, 3 levels, 5 BR. Private, parklike setting near downtown Bethesda. $3,700,000

202-257-1600

AVENEL, BETHESDA, MD

Expansive Sommer custom 6BR residence with contemporary flair! Exceptional flow & details throughout, soaring ceilings, 3-car garage, partial golf course view. Extraordinary spaces with 8000+ finished SF. $1,949,000

Kay McGrath King

BETHESDA, MARYLAND

Elizabeth Kramer Elizabeth Luttrell

Marsha Schuman

301-910-8554 301-641-1835

Extraordinary 10,000 sf home on 1.67ac with 30’ living room, gourmet kitchen with sitting area & fireplace, master suite on entire wing of 1st floor & 48’ glass enclosed pool. 5 bedrooms, 6 full & 3 half baths. $3,850,000

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BETHESDA, MARYLAND

Carroll Chapin

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CHEVY CHASE VILLAGE, MARYLAND

Georgian-style with gracious rooms. 3 fireplaces, elevator, walls of windows with spectacular views of pool, gardens and golf course. 6 BR, 6 full & 2 half BA. $3,999,000

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KENT, WASHINGTON, DC

Renovated Colonial with gracious floor plan on Country Club grounds of sought after Lowell St. 5BR, 5.5BA. Generous terraces, outdoor kitchen & infinity pool. $3,195,000

William F. X. Moody Robert Hryniewicki

Park Avenue comes to DC. This 3 level penthouse with elegant limestone foyer with crown molding, double living room with fireplace. Large dining room leads to first floor terrace. 3BR/3 marble BA. 2 car parking. $2,185,000

Jim Bell

Nancy Taylor Bubes

Jan M. Evans

DUPONT, WASHINGTON, DC

Marilyn Charity

Jan M. Evans

202-427-7553

WEST END, WASHINGTON, DC

DUPONT, WASHINGTON, DC

Handsome 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath semi-detached Dutch Colonial on quiet street with open living room/dining room, in-law suite, beautiful and private garden, patio and deck. $1,495,000

202-256-2164

Only 2 left! Gorgeous 2BR/2-2.5 BA luxury condos. Wired for i-Pod docking stations, surround sound, video security, remote front door entry. Gourmet kitchens, bamboo floors. Parking available. $739,500-$949,000

301-873-3596

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CLEVELAND PARK, WASHINGTON, DC

16TH ST HEIGHTS, WASHINGTON, DC

Sun-drenched American classic with gracious front porch & spacious interior, 6BR, 4FBA, wood floors, CAC, new kitchen with granite and S/S, full baths on every level, lower level suite, parking. $749,999

202-243-1620

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202-607-4000

Historic mansion offers three beautifully restored 2 and 3 bedroom condos all with private outdoor space, gourmet Italian kitchens and high end finishes. Penthouse will showcase private rooftop garden. $782,500 - $1,349,000

301-873-3596

WOODROCK, POTOMAC, MD

Renovated contemporary townhome overlooking treed parkland. Best location in area. 3 bedrooms, 4.5 full baths and garage. $689,000

Kari Wilner Mo Snowden

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