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By Alejandro Salinas   Published Tuesday, January 06, 2009

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The Inaugural Ball for the Rest of Us

Tuesday, January 20, 7:00 pm
Washington DCJCC (1529 16th St NW)

Come celebrate with us with a jazz reception, special performance by "Curb Your Enthusiasm’s" Iris Bahr, open bar, plentiful hors d’oeurves, DJ and dancing at the Sixteenth Street J.

Tickets only cost $50 if purchased by January 18, or $60 afterwards.

For more information and to purchase tickets, go to http://thejdc.convio.net/site/Calendar?view=Detail&id=106001.

Posted by: Jenna, Jan 17, 2009 11:28:01 AM

Sunday January 18 - Azalea City Recordings - Pre-Inaugural Bash at Jammin’ Java, Vienna, VA

Seth Kibel, Karen Collins & Ira Gitlin, Zoe Mulford, Ruthie and the Wranglers, Jesse Palidofsky, Carey Creed, Jon Carroll, Laura Baron, The U-Liners

Jammin’ Java, 2227 Maple Ave E, Vienna, Va
7:00 PM - (703) 225-1566

Posted by: Seth Kibel, Jan 15, 2009 06:24:47 PM

We have achieved the impossible. Change has happened. Please join us to fete this historic event. The evening extravaganza will begin with cocktails and a jazz ensemble at 7 o’clock followed by a seated four-course dinner at 8. After dinner, celebrated jazz vocalist Kellylee Evans will perform (www.kellyleeevans.com) and then we will continue the evening with dancing until dawn.

You may access www.aformalaffairforchange.com for additional information and to reserve your seat or contact Stacy W. Maryland, 301.768.2383

Posted by: A FORMAL AFFAIR FOR CHANGE, Jan 09, 2009 02:17:35 PM

HOST-DC Inauguration Event @ Lounge 201 in Capitol Hill

Date: January 18, 2009
Location: Lounge 201, 201 Massachusetts Ave. N.E., Washington, DC 20002
Time: 10pm
Attire: Upscale
Cost: $20 with RSVP to info@host-dc.com

We know you want to celebrate the Inauguration of our 44th President Barack Obama without having to pay those crazy ticket prices. That’s why on January 18th Host-DC Presents "The Bailout: Dreams Do Come True!"

Join us in the heart of DC politics @ the luxurious Lounge 201 in Capitol Hill. Enjoy a night full of networking, socializing, and dancing with politicians, professionals, and leaders from across the world!

Admission is only $20 with email rsvp to info@host-dc.com. Please send the full names and email addresses of all of your guests by 6pm on January 18th.

Powered by Hypegirl Ent, VP Productions, Taylor Made Models, Foreverdc.com, Cafe Gelato, & Macksamillions video

Music by DJ Lick-a-shot, Hosted by DJ P-Drama, Live performance by Kyonte’

For more info and bottle service please visit WWW.HOST-DC.COM or call 202-498-9621.

Posted by: B. DAVIS, Jan 08, 2009 09:49:56 AM

Inauguration Bash featuring Donna the Buffalo w/ The Bridge
The State Theatre
220 N. Washington Street
Falls Church, VA 22046
*East Falls Church Metro

Doors open at 7:00 PM
Show at 8:30 PM
Tickets: Advance - $17; Day of Show - $19

Usher in our new president by rocking out with Donna the Buffalo and the Bridge at the State Theatre in Northern VA. Over their 17 year career Donna the Buffalo has made it a point to focus on the music. Their music combines reggae, rock, country, zydeco, Cajun, and folk on top of old-time fiddle music to create a combination best described as original American dance music.

The Bridge is a unique rock band that combines various elements of blues, folk, funk and bluegrass throughout their entire repertoire. From their gritty and grand live performances, as well as through their poignantly hand crafted albums, The Bridge has become one of the most popular bands to hail from the Mid-Atlantic region. Featuring guitar, mandolin, saxophone, bass, drums and vocal percussion, The Bridge offers up a sophisticated yet approachable musical experience, one that is sure to move your feet, as well as your soul.

The event will feature live footage of the Inauguration on a large screen with the sound track provided by Baltimore’s own breakout sensations the Bridge and Donna the Buffalo.

Rock the Change!

Posted by: Walther Productions, Jan 08, 2009 09:22:20 AM

For a formal ball with affordable prices - check out the People’s Inaugural Ball. With three nights of partying - there’s something for everyone! Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with ticket prices from $75-$125. It’s a grassroots event with style!

http://thepeoplesinaugural.com/

http://thepeoplesinaugural.com/sponsor
For more info on sponsorship - email: sponsorship@thepeoplesinaugural.com

Posted by: Larissa Fair, Jan 08, 2009 08:07:14 AM

Jay Z is raising money for his Shawn Carter Scholarship Fund. In fact, he didn’t want to do any events surrounding Barack Obama’s Inauguration, as to not take away from the importance of the event. So he compromised and said any event that he does will be to raise money for his scholarship fund, which he is doing. He’s also doing a much cheaper event at Love Nightclub (1350 Okie Street NW) on Friday night for $50. Find out more on thefabempire.com

Posted by: DC Fab!, Jan 08, 2009 07:28:53 AM

I am a huge Jay-Z but he should be ashamed charging these kind of prices! I got the code for the presale and was shocked to see the cheapest ticket was $375!! Guess it’s not a recession in Jigga’s world. It is not like he needs the money so I hope he does something good with it all by donating it to charity.

Posted by: Bummed, Jan 07, 2009 10:13:38 AM

You can buy tickets to the Jay-Z concert at Warner theater today, with the LiveNation presale code of "piano". Unfortunately tickets are $325, $500, and $1000. Pretty disappointing.

Posted by: Megan, Jan 07, 2009 08:20:49 AM

An important addition: The 2009 Glen Echo Inaugural Ball in this park’s Spanish Ballroom. The historic ballroom remains true to its history in not having heat (or A/C). Many dancers at past balls have combined dress of ballroom elegance, e.g., gowns, with items appropriate to the season (and temperature). The interesting combinations add to the enjoyment of the event. See below for more information:

The 2009 Glen Echo Inaugural Ball
Tuesday Jan 20, 2009 at 7:30 PM to 11:00 PM
Glen Echo Park Spanish Ballroom (Glen Echo,MD)
$20.00 for Admission

Seldom in our lifetime is an event of such high importance as to claim a prominent position in history. On January 20th, 2009 the inauguration of America’s 44th President is just such an occasion. To honor this auspicious occasion, there will be a great dance celebration held at the Glen Echo Park Ballroom!

7:30 pm: contra/square dance with The Gigmeisters and Janine Smith
8:30 pm: waltz and couple dances with The Gigmeisters
9:30-11 pm: swing dance with Idle Americans

The Gigmeisters feature
Alexander Mitchell (fiddle, mandolin), Paul Oorts (mandolin. accordion), Dave Wiesler (piano, guitar), Ralph Gordon (bass)
http://www.azaleacityrecordings.com/davewiesler/bands.htm#gigs

The Idle Americans feature
Matt Kelley (vocals, guitar), Zach Sweeney (guitar), Steve "Wolf" Crescenze (bass), Mike O’Donnell (drums)
http://www.theidleamericans.com/

This event is sponsored by World Music and Dance Institute and co-sponsored by FSGW.

Hall Information for
Glen Echo Park Spanish Ballroom
Driving Directions: Glen Echo is inside the beltway near Bethesda
From DC: If you can get to M Street in Georgetown, it is fairly easy to get to Glen Echo. Get on M Street anywhere downtown and take it toward Georgetown. Go through Georgetown on M and pass the Key Bridge on your left. The first intersection is Canal Road on your left. Pass that and go to the second intersection, which will be MacArthur Blvd. Make a left onto MacArthur Blvd. The road forks once or twice. Watch the signs to be sure you’re still on MacArthur. You will go approx. 5 to 6 miles. At about 5 miles you will see signs for Clara Barton Parkway, then signs for Glen Echo; go one block past the Exxon Station at the intersection of MacArthur and Goldsboro Rd and turn left into the Glen Echo Park parking lot.
From I-495 (coming from Virginia): Cross the American Legion Bridge, staying in the right lane. Take Exit 41 for Clara Barton Parkway. Coming off the exit, bear to the right for Glen Echo/Clara Barton Parkway. Stay in the left lane. Make a sharp, hairpin left turn following the signs to MacArthur Blvd and Glen Echo. Immediately after the sharp left, get in the right lane and bear right at the Y. The road will curve to the right and then end at MacArthur Blvd. at a stop sign. Turn left onto MacArthur Blvd.; go one block past the Exxon Station at the intersection with Goldsboro Rd. and turn left into the Glen Echo Park parking lot.
From I-495 (coming from Silver Spring): Take Exit 40 for Cabin John Parkway and Glen Echo. Stay in the left-most lane of the exit ramp and bear left at the Y. Follow the Cabin John Parkway east, where it will merge with the Clara Barton Parkway. Follow directions above beginning with Stay in the left lane.

Via public transportation: Take the Red Line to Friendship Heights, and from there the Ride-On Route 29 bus to Glen Echo. (As of this writing, the last bus was at 7:30 pm Sundays, 9:43 pm weeknights, but check with Ride-On [link above] to confirm.) The bus will drop you off next to a gas station at the intersection of Goldsboro Road (the one the bus has taken) and MacArthur Blvd. Cross MacArthur near the strange arrangement of Jersey wall, pipes, and chain-link fencing, and go left (east) along the bike path. You’ll see a parking lot on your right; walk along through that (continue east), and turn right after the stone tower under the Glen Echo Park overhang. Follow the paved path toward the carousel (in front of you), and bear left. You’ll see both the Bumper Car Pavilion and Spanish Ballroom up ahead. The Arcade is to your left. When you arrive, ask the person at the door to ask the dance chair to announce that you need a ride back to Metro. We’ve never left anyone at the Park.
Click for a Ride-On Bus Schedule

Handicapped Access: All buildings at the park are compliant with ADA requirements; wheelchair access using either ramps, elevators, or lifts, depending on the building. All toilets are fully accessible.

For More Information Please Contact
Dance Coordinator,Betsy Platt
9609 Pinkney Court
Potomac,MD 20854Home Phone (+): 301-466-3018

Coordinator,Robert Cox
5810 Conway Road
Bethesda,MD 20817 Home phone 301-530-2767

Posted by: Jim Breiling, Jan 06, 2009 03:36:42 PM

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