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d.c.’s Emerging social Players
from top: Charles Goorah, Mary Moffett, Michelle Haney Maddux, Tobin Moore, Marco minuto, Mae Haney Grennan and Ashley Taylor
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THE YOUNG & THE GUEST LIST P H O T O S B Y Z A I D H A M I D s t y l e d by b a r b a r a m c c o n ag h y h a i r a n d m a k e u p by v i da l s a s s o n ﹐ t y s o n ’s c o r n e r p h o t o g r a p h e d at t h e m a n da r i n o r i e n ta l H o t e l
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From left to right: Adrian Talbott, Mae Haney Grennan, Enrico Cecchi, Charles Goorah, Amy Holmes, Ashley Taylor, Marco Minuto, Toby Moore, Mary Moffett, Mat Lapinski, Eleanore Richards de Sole, and Michelle Haney Maddux.
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A NEW GENERATION ESTABLISHES ITSELF ashington has no shortage of accomplished junior (in age only) social achievers. Their contributions may or may not be millions of dollars to the Kennedy Center, or a new wing at NIH, but they are significant just the same. Not surprisingly, when “Fortune” published its annual list of “40 richest under 40,” Washington was home to a few including: Raul Fernandez, Dan Snyder, Mark Ein, Jeffrey Zients and Michael Saylor. Their faces and names may not be recognizable to all. These younger folks are not found in large numbers at such events as the Lombardi Gala; more likely they’re dancing at the Corcoran Gallery’s 1869 Society’s parties, or sharing happy hour drinks at chic Maté or IndeBleu with the Young Benefactors of the Smithsonian. Some are making headlines with their political involvements—Adrian Talbott and Justin Rockefeller for example, with their newly formed “Generation Engage” to encourage voter turnout. Others are penning their first books right out of college, as Ross Douthat did when he published Privilege, a compelling tale of his Harvard experience.
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Sometimes their efforts are discounted, especially when members of fraternity and sorority type organizations, known for giving only pennies to charity, dominate the coverage of younger Washingtonians. But there is another side of the city that is more than a bevy of future “trophy wives” and men prancing around in embroidered pants. There are many serious contributors to the city’s vibrancy, growth and future success. This list includes those who are donating to deserving philanthropic endeavors, pioneering in the business and political worlds, and raising the bar of taste and style in D.C. Their accomplishments vary as much as their age, from those making significant contributions right out of college, to those on the older cusp, who are already leaders in their respective fields. All may not call Washington their main place of residence, but each is deeply rooted and among the trendsetters. For these reasons, Washington Life is pleased to debut the Young and the Guest List. There is always room for additions (and subtractions), and we welcome suggestions at wl@washingtonlife.com to our advisory committee.
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Mr. Brett Baier Mr. Patrick bateman Miss Annie Lou Bayly Miss Christian Bailey Miss Sarah Baker Ms. Veronique Bardache Mr. John Barnett Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Barth (Mary) Mr. William Bass Mr. Fernando Batista Mr. Peter Beinart Miss Deborah Berger Mr. Julian Berger Mr. Peter Bergen Miss Elizabeth Berman Ms. Molly Bingham Mr. Robert “Bo” Blair Mr. G﹒ trenholm Boggs﹐ Jr﹒ Miss Eleanor Boone Miss Tara Boone Ms. Nicole Boxer Mr. Quinn Bradlee
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Miss Amy Cada Mr. Tanner Campbell Mr. and Mrs. Bill Canfield (Paige) Mr and Mrs. Enrico Cecchi (Andrea) Mr. G﹒ John Cecchi Miss Wendy Champan Miss Alexandra Chopvisky Mr. George Chopvisky﹐ III Miss Chelsea Clinton Miss Julia Cohen Mr. Elbridge A﹒ Colby Mr. Evan Coluccio Miss Makeba Coyoka Mr. and Mrs. Michael Crain (Joanna) Miss Whitney Cumming Miss Lee Culp
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Mr. and Mrs. Francis Colt de Wolf﹐ III (Nathalie) Miss Eleanore Richards de Sole Miss Jordan Delphos Miss Nunu Deng Mr. Caesar Devoto
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Miss Deborah Fine Miss Karen Finney The Honorable Harold Ford﹐ Jr﹒ Mr. Charles Fox Mr. Wesley fricks
Ross Douthat
Cleo Gewirz
Mr. and Mrs. Philip Deutch (Marne Levine) Mr. and Mrs. John Dickerson (Ann) Mr. Carling Dinkler﹐ IV Mr. Raymond “Tripp” Donnelly﹐ III Mr. Ross Douthat Miss Tarah Donoghue Miss Jill Dowell Mr and Mrs. Kevin Downey (Michelle Jolin) Mr. Theodore Downey Miss Katherine Downs Mr. Seyhan Duru Miss Kathryn Duryea
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Miss Catherine Edwards Mr. Christopher Edwards Mr. Mark Ein Miss Valerie Emerson Ms. Page Evans
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Mr. Curtis Gallagher Miss L﹒ Hadley Gamble Mr and Mrs. Douglas Gansler (Laura) Mr. Robert Garza Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Gergen (Heather) Mr. and Mrs. Michael Gewirz (Cleo) Mr. and Mrs. Steven Gewirz (Katrina) Mr. Trevor Gibbons Mr. Joshua Ginsburg Mr. Constantine Gogos Mr. John Goodwin Mr. Charles Goorah Mr. Albert Gore﹐ III Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Gould (Piper) Mr. Matthew Jessee Mr. Garrett Graff Mr. Jeffrey Y﹒ Grappone Miss Melissa Grassi Mr. and Mrs. Andre Grennan (Mae Haney) Mr. Carlos Gutierrez﹐ Jr﹒
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The Corcoran Gallery’s 1869 Fall Fete.
YO U N G D C G E T S E N G AG E D BY CHRISTINA WILKIE
Younger Washingtonians are making a difference in our communities, the environment, and the arts. So it’s only natural that when we paint the town, it’s often for a very good cause.
THE CORCORAN SOCIETY Whether they’re hosting a happy hour with swanky cocktails or their fall fete with the beats of DJ Seyhan, the 1869 Society has a strong following with dynamic young professionals here. More than that, this group is known for hosting intriguing monthly lectures and gallery openings featuring the Gallery’s renowned American, European and contemporary art collections. Their spring black tie gala (March 4) is not to be missed with an elegant dinner in the atrium followed by dancing. How to get involved﹕ To attend one of the 1869 Society’s events go to www.corcoran.org/membership/1869_society.htm.
THE PHILLIPS COLLECTION The world-renowned contemporary art collection of philanthropist Duncan Phillips draws a dynamic group of young supporters, many of whom are as familiar with great art as they are with a great party. The Phillips Contemporaries (donors age 20-39) organize educational programs, sponsor special exhibitions, and give more than a few brilliant parties throughout the year. Chief among these are the annual Photography Acquisition Event (scheduled for Tuesday, February 28) where Contemporaries are invited to vote on which pieces will be added to the museum’s permanent collection, and the Black and White Ball (scheduled for Saturday, September 16), a high-profile annual fundraiser traditionally held in one of Washington’s most beautiful embassies. How to Get Involved﹕ For more information about joining the Phillips Contemporaries visit www.phillipscollection.org/join.
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Nicole and Courtney Reynolds at the Corcoran Gallery’s 1869 annual spring gala.
THE MANY HATS INSTITUTE Looking for something a little more off-beat? Many Hats is an organization dedicated to urban youth-empowerment through programs like City Dance and the adventure/mentoring program Reach Your Peak. Their events bring together Washington hipsters in distinctive locales. “We want to inspire others in the pursuit of a cause greater than self,” explains Board Member Tanner Campbell, “…we make it fun by incorporating great sponsors like Gucci, Lacoste, and Thomas Pink…We want people to have fun.” Sounds just about right... How to Get Involved﹕ For a rundown of recent Many Hats initiatives and information about upcoming events visit www.themanyhats.org.
THE FRIENDS OF THE NATIONAL ZOO For environmentally aware scenesters, supporting a Zoo might seem at odds with protecting wild habitats, but membership in the Friends of the National Zoo’s Young Professionals directly supports the Zoo’s groundbreaking international conservation efforts. Last year’s event highlights included February’s Tsunami Wildlife Benefit, August’s Brew at the Zoo, and of course, the annual Jingle in the Jungle. And if the parties weren’t enough, this fall the group enjoyed exclusive access to the hottest show in town, Tai Shan, the baby giant panda cub born at the Zoo in July of 2005. How to get involved﹕ Learn more about the wide array of benefits offered to members of the Friends of the National Zoo at www.nationalzoo.si.edu/JoinFONZ.
OTHER NOTABLES The list of dynamic non-profits engaging young people in Washington is (thankfully) a very long one, and this is merely a sampling of what the city has to offer. Inspirational efforts are being led by the Studio Theatre, www.studiotheatre.org, So Others Might Eat (S.O.M.E.) www.some.org, and the KIPP DC Key Academy, www.keyacademy. org, among many others. Check out www.charitablechoices.org for even more ways to give back.
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Mr. and Mrs. David Jacobs (Gigi) Mr. and Mrs. Griffin Jenkins (Kathleen) Mr. Brian Jones
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Mr. and Mrs. Brett Haber (Jennifer) Mr. Henry Hager Mr. Mark Halperin Mr. and Mrs. John Halpin (Jamie) Mr. Ted Halstead Mr. John Hanshaw Mr. Scott Hanson Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hartley (Gretchen) Mr. and Mrs. Jason Herrick (Lindsay) Mr. Eric Hilton Mr. Jeffrey Himmelman Mr. Paul Holder Miss Amy Holmes Mr. Sam Hornblower Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Howard (Rebecca) Mr. Matthew Hunter H. R. H. Prince Hashim Hussein of Jordan H. R. H. Princess Iman Hussein of Jordan Mr. S﹒ Brooks Huston Mr. Scott Hutchinson
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Dragonfly
Mantis Bar
SPICE UP YOUR NIGHT
K STREET LOUNGE
BY ASHLEY TAYLOR
It’s easy to do the same old, same old. Drinks at Daily Grill or Paulo’s before heading over to Smith Point. It’s also easy to forget there is more to Washington nightlife than Georgetown. There are other places out there and no excuse not to take a field trip to a few different spots.
After opening this summer, K Street has become one of the hottest clubs in town, attracting a lot of the Euro scenesters. DJ’s specialize in rap but often play R & B as well. Lines are long, and the only way to ensure no waiting is to reserve a bottle service table in advance. Best Night﹕ Saturday.
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Located across from the National Portrait Gallery and steps away from the MCI Center, this is the place to go after a concert or sporting event. Intriguing cocktail combinations such as blackberry mojitos and basil champagne are sinfully good. The back lounge plays a fun mix of house and pop. Best Night﹕ Thursday. Friday and Saturday there is barely room to breathe.
Most Adam’s Morgan bars are holes in the wall, Mantis is a surprising change. The large Buddha and bar with minimalist decor is reminiscent of London and New York clubs. Most nights they have a DJ playing house music. Downstairs there’s lots of candlelight and a more intimate, moody experience. Not to be missed. Best Night﹕ Friday.
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Washington may not be Los Angeles or New York, but Dragonfly reminds us that we can still be up-to-date. This all-white lounge serves up sushi and sake as Bruce Lee and anime cartoons are flashed on the walls. The techno and house music also offer an alternative to the overplayed pop and ’80s sounds at Georgetown bars. Best Night﹕ Friday.
Located on K Street near the Georgetown movie theater, Maté is quickly spicing up the club scene. Nightlife gurus Mauricio Fraga-Rosenfeld and Osmar Nunez have created a unique restaurant and lounge combination. There is no dance floor, but ample space for moving while the DJ plays Latin and house rhythms. The Matetinis, a signature drink infused with herbal tea, are delicious. Best Night﹕ Saturday.
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Miss Nora Maccoby Mr. and Mrs. Victor Maddux (Michelle Haney) Mr. and Mrs. Frederic Malek﹐ Jr﹒ (Britlan) Mr. and Mrs. Michael Manatos (Laura Evans) Mr. and Mrs. David Marriott (Carrie) Mr. Richard Marks Mr. Roman Martinez Miss Jaclyn Mason Mr. Jeb Mason Mr. John Mason Miss Lauren Mason Mr. and Mrs. John Murdoch Matheson (Susan) Mr. Robert Matheson Mr. Michael Matthews Mr. James Maxwell Miss Kelly McLaughlin Mr. Nicholas Mele Mr. Benjamin Meredith Ms. Blase Mills Mr. Marco Minuto Miss Mary Moffett Mr. Tobin Moore Mr. and Mrs. Eric Mullen (Kelly Craighead) Mr. Grantham Myers Mr. Paul Myers
Mr. and Mrs. William O’Leary (Pilar) Mr. and Mrs. Jack Oliver (Rachel) Mr. and Mrs. Nels Olson (Kristen) Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Olson (Michelle du Pont) Mr. Peter Oppenheim Mr. Joshua Overbay
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Mr. Sam Patten Miss Angel Paulson Mr. and Mrs. David Perlin (Skye Raiser) Miss Danielle Perraut Mr. Peter Pflug Miss Katherine Pingree Miss Leah Pisar Miss Ada Polla Mr. and Mrs. Dave Pollin (Kirsten) His Excellency August Sayn-Wittgenstein-Berleburg Mr. Omar Popal
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Yoga Sessions at The Sports Club/LA
LOOKING GOOD Somewhere along the way Washington got a bad rap as the “Hollywood for the ugly.” Or, as Ana Marie Cox shares in her new book Dog Days, Washington’s attractiveness scale is graded on a very generous curve. It doesn’t have to be this way, and there a few places that younger Washingtonians frequent in order to look and feel good.
THE SPORTS CLUB/LA A membership to the Sports Club/LA offers much more than a big gym with cardio and weight equipment. This sports palace is more than a sweat on the elliptical trainer for 45 minutes. It’s specialized yoga, aerobic and pilates classes have become favorites among patrons such as John Mason,
The Sports Palace, The Sports Club/LA
Charles Fox and Sarah Baker. Oprah, Dave Matthews and Katie Couric have also dropped in for visits.
SPAS After Toka Salon owner Nuri Yurt coiffed their mother, First Lady Laura Bush’s hair so well, it’s no surprise both Jenna and Barbara Bush now have Yurt styling their tresses as well. Both prefer the Georgetown location, rather than the Penn Quarter, and are frequently spotted on Friday afternoons having a blow-out. Yurt and his staff have been styling politicians, power brokers, socialites and other celebrities for years. Now Toka and Soma Fit are the go-to spots for the younger social set as well. Both offer manicures and pedicures, facials, microdermabrasion, body wraps and massages.
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Mr. Ray Regan Mr. and Mrs. Hans Reimer (Angela) Mr. Christopher Reiter Miss Courtney Reynolds Mr. and Mrs. Roland Reynolds (Diana) Mr. Timothy Reynolds Miss Lucinda Robb Mr. Justin Rockefeller Miss Lisa Rockefeller Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Rosenheim (Elizabeth) Mr. Adam Rosman
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Mr. Steven salyer The Honorable Linda Sanchez Mr. and Mrs. Robert Sanchez (Elissa Rubin) Mr. and Mrs. B﹒ Francis Saul﹐ III (Dawn) Mr. Michael Saylor Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Sears (Starr) Mr. William Sharp Mr. and Mrs. Mark Shriver (Jeanne) Mr. and Mrs. William Slover (Laura McGifford) Mr. Thomas Snedeker Miss Allison Starling Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Steel (Lee Satterfield) Mr. and Mrs. Edward Stettinius (Sarah) Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Stettinius﹐ Jr﹒ (Regina) Mr. Drew Stroud Miss Kimball Stroud Mr. Lindsay Stroud Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Snyder (Tanya) Mr. Brendan Sullivan
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