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APRIL HE LEN HAYES AWARDS
The 31st annual Helen Hayes Awards will gather theatrical producers and fans to celebrate excellence across Washington stages, in categories spanning sound, lighting, costumes and outstanding performers. The Lincoln Theatre; 8 p.m.; black tie; $100; sponsorships start at $500; contact Brad Watkins,202-337-4572, hhayes@theatrewashington.org.
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NATIONAL MUSEUM OF WOMEN IN THE ARTS SPRING GALA The spring gala brings together patrons, members and friends to celebrate the museum’s groundbreaking exhibition, “Picturing Mary: Women, Mother, Idea.”National Museum of Women in the Arts, Great Hall; 6:30 p.m.; black-tie; $650; sponsorships start at $10,000; contact Amy Mannarino, 202-783-7373, amannarino@nmwa.org.
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MS WOMEN ON THE MOVE LUNCHEON The MS Women on the Move luncheon is designed to bring men and women together in the movement towards discovering a cure for Multiple Sclerosis. Washington Marriot Wardman Park; 12 p.m.; business attire; $125; sponsorships start at $3,000; contact Daniella Thompson, 202-375-5632; womenonthemovedc@nmss.org.
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GREAT LADIES LUNCHEON AND
FASHION SHOW The Alzheimer Drug Discovery Foundation will present a science symposium on Alzheimer’s risks facing women, a runway show featuring Akris and a luncheon hosted by Leonard A. Lauder and Elise and Marc Lefkowitz. Ritz-Carlton, Washington D.C.; 12 p.m.; Business attire; $350; sponsorships start at $3,500; contact Kerri Larkin, 240-497-5318, kerri_larkin@s5a.com.
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BACHELORS AND SPINSTERS BALL Mingle with Washington’s most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes while enjoying drinks, dancing and an early breakfast during this annual ball that remains a staple of Washington’s spring social calendar. City Tavern Club; 9 p.m.; black-tie; by invitation only contact; www.bachelorsandspinsters.com.
22 Kellie Romer, Jill Hodgevs, Carrie Marriott and Amy Baier at MS Women on the Move Luncheon (Photo by Tony Powell)
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YOUTHWORK’S TH ANNIVERSARY Enjoy a cocktail and dessert reception, performances and music by DJ Ben Chang and an award presentation honoring Ann Dibble Jordan. Howard
Theatre; 6:30 p.m; cocktail attire; $500; sponsorships start at $5,000; contact Ariel Metzger, 202636-8745, ariel@campbellpeachey.com
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TRUST FOR THE NATIONAL
MALL BENEFIT LUNCHEON Take in breathtaking views of the reflecting pool and monuments from the spacious 38-acre grounds of the Constitution Gardens at the 8th annual luncheon to raise awareness and support of the rehabilitation of the National Mall. Constitution Gardens on the Grounds of the National Mall; 11:30 a.m. ;$500; sponsorships start at $5,000; contact Kate Gordon, 202-407-9420, kgordan@nationalmall.org.
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CATHOLIC CHARITIES GALA Join Tom and Karen Natelli at a cocktail reception, dinner and dancing to support Catholic Charities’ mission fostering a spirit of community through service. Marriot Wardman Park; 8:30 p.m.; black-tie; $500; sponsorships start at $1,000; contact Erik Salmi, 202-772-4390, Erik.Salmi@CatholicCharitiesDC.org.
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CHARITYWORKS POINT VINTAGE WINE DINNER The Charity Works team will stick to their winning formula to produce this annual mustattend event. It’s a good cause (Best Buddies Yellow Ribbon Fund) with eight rare wines, an intimate setting and food prepared by top area chefs. Lynn and Ted Leonis residence, Potomac, Md.; 6 p.m.; $7,000; sponsorships start at $12,000; contact Diana Villarreal, 703-2860758, charityworks@aol.com.
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REFUGEES INTERNATIONAL ANNIVERSARY DINNER Matt Dillon returns as master of ceremonies of this seated dinner honoring global humanitarians. Hosted by Spanish Amb. Ramon GilCasares and Frederica and George Valanos. Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium; 6:15 p.m.; black-
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tie; $400; sponsorships start at $1,250; contact 202-828-0110, ri@refugeesinternational.org.
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March of Dimes Gourmet Gala Members of Congress serve their constituents on a daily basis, but for one night a year they are literally serving up tastes of their favorite culinary treats to guests attending this fundraising dinner which always features a competitive cookoff with senators and congressmen. National Building Museum; 6:30 p.m.; business attire; $1,500; sponsorships start at $5,000; contact Tina Cavucci, 571-2572308, ccavucci@marchofdimes.org.
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Youth Orchestra of the Americas Gala Enjoy an evening of music and culture celebrating the Youth Orchestra of the Americas invitation to perform at the Pan American Games in Toronto, with a debut performance by CaribeNostrum and afterdinner entertainment from The Pedrito Martinez Group. Four Seasons; 7 p.m.; colorful cocktail attire; $450; sponsorships start at $1,000; contact Paola Tinta, 703-236-1787, ptinta@yoa.org.
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Virginia Gold Cup Join more than 50,000 spectators for the 90th annual running of the Gold Cup steeplechase race, featuring Jack Russell terrier races, six hurdle and timber races, tent and tailgating parties, hat contests and parimutuel betting. Great Meadow in the Plains, Va.; gates open at 10 a.m., first race at 12:30 p.m.; dandy attire; $85; www.vagoldcup.com.
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Ke n nedy Center Spring Gala
Pay tribute to the swing era of the 1930s and ’40s with an elegant dinner on the roof terrace followed by a show featuring Audra McDonald, Terence Blanchard, Paquito D’Rivera, Megan Hilty, The Puppini Sisters and the Paul Taylor Dance Company. Kennedy Center; 5 p.m.; black-tie; $1,000; sponsorships
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UAE Amb. Yousef Al Otaiba, Kay Kendall and Russ Ramsey at the CharityWorks 100 Point Vintage Wine Dinner (Photo by Tony Powell)
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Children’s Ball In the last eight years, this gala has raised more than $19 million to support children and families being treated at the Children’s National Health Systems. National Building Museum; 7 p.m.; black-tie; $1,000; sponsorships start at $15,000; contact Diana Kurnit, 301-565-8500, dkurnit@childrensnational.org.
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Phillips Collection Gala Join Japanese Amb. Kenichiro Sasae and his wife Nobuko and Mariella and Michael Trager, chairmen of this year’s Japanesethemed gala featuring 10 photographs and three sculptures from the work of Japanese artist Hiroshi Sugimoto. The Phillips Collection; 6 p.m., 9 p.m. after party; black-tie; $1,250; sponsorships start at $15,000; contact Dale Mott, 202-387-2151, dmott@phillipscollection.org.
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WTEF Tennis Ball This year’s annual gala, preceded by a round robin tennis tournament, will honor Alonzo Mourning
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Jr., Katrina Adams and Peter Work with WTEF awards while raising funds to continue supporting WTEF programs and the student athletes they serve. Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.; 6 p.m.; business attire; $500; sponsorships start at $3,000; contact 202-291-9888, wtef@wtef.org.
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