Calendar of Events for Washington, DC

May 17, 2012
		40th Annual Clifton Charity Homes Tour Thursday, May 17, 2012 Paradise Springs Winery
		9:30 AM 13219 Yates Ford Road, Clifton, Virginia
		Details:		The Clifton Community Woman's Club (CCWC) proudly presents its Fortieth Annual Charity Homes Tour and Silent Auction Fundraiser in the surroundings of historic Clifton, Virginia. The Club's mission is to promote the civic, cultural, social, educational and physical environment of the community. This event draws approximately 600 visitors from all over the area each year and is the Club’s primary fund raiser. All net proceeds support the Charitable Trust. Over the past six years, the Trust has distributed over $120,000 to local charities and student scholarships. Visitors will enjoy diverse and attractive homes situated around the area. Culminating the event will be the “Wine Down” from 3:00 till 6:00 PM featuring live music and the Silent Auction Fundraiser at the Paradise Spring Winery. Homes Tour – Thursday, May 17th – 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. Advance Tickets $25, Day of Tour Tickets $30, Single Home Admission $10. Marketplace, Boutique and Silent Auction 9:30 to 5pm FREE. Lunch will be available at Clifton eateries; the Paradise Springs Winery will also be offering box lunches with a prior reservation. For location of ticket sales and more information about the individual homes being featured along with the accompanying photographs, visit our CCWC website: www.cliftoncwc.org Or contact Chairperson JoAnne Gallo (jgallo.jbg@verizon.net) Co-Chairperson Diane Smith (mds727@cox.net) Tickets may be purchased at Paradise Springs Winery 13219 Yates Ford Road, Clifton, VA 20124 on May 17th. (Social, Other, Community)
		Macy's Presents Brasil: A Magical Journey! Macy's Metro Center
		12:00 PM 1201 G St NW, Washington DC, District of Columbia
		Details:		Main Floor, beginning at store opening: Check out Macy's dazzling costumes, courtesy of ZeZeh Brazil, on display now until July 17! 12PM– 2PM: Make any $50 Women’s or Swimwear purchase and receive a Kanga sarong† that you can customize on the spot! Handbag Department, Main Floor: Start things off with a fabulous dance performance. Then, pick up your Brasilian Music Passport and discover some of the country’s most popular beats – from the Samba to the Bossa Nova. Move and groove your way around the store as you listen to Brasilian tunes from Macy's DJs. Get your passport stamped at every stop, then redeem it for a Putumayo CD sampler†. (Performing/Visual Arts, Festivals, Family)
		St. Charles Haiti Committee Fundraiser One More Page Books
		6:30 PM 2200 N. Westmoreland, Arlington, Virginia
		Details:		Come taste wines and chocolate, and help out programs in Haiti supported by St. Charles! Members of the St. Charles Haiti Committee will discuss developments in economic activity, agriculture, education, and healthcare in Cavaillon. A portion of the evening's sales will be donated to the committee to support its work in Haiti. (Media, Social, Community)
		Washington Nationals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Nationals Park
		7:00 PM S. Capitol St., Washington, District of Columbia
		Details:		Sports
		Washington National Opera: Werther Kennedy Center Opera House
		7:30 PM 2700 F St Nw, Washington, DC
		Details:		Event: Washington National Opera: Werther Venue: Kennedy Center Opera House Start: 5/17/2012 7:30:00 PM Category: THEATRE OPERA (Performing/Visual Arts)
		the DCJCC and the JCC of Greater Washington present Deleon as part of the Washington Jewish Music Festival JCC of Greater Washington
		7:30 PM 6125 Montrose Road, Rockville, Maryland
		Details:		DeLeon celebrates hip Jewish culture with high-energy, sometimes quirky, deeply passionate indie rock, infused with the mysterious and entrancing cadences of the Sephardic tradition. DeLeon integrates diverse musical influences, using them to create its own unique, compelling sound, one that marries ancient Sephardic melodies sung in Ladino, Hebrew and English with the chaotic symphony of urban living. (Music, Festivals)
		An Evening with Charlie Hunter Jammin Java
		8:00 PM 227 Maple Ave E, Vienna, Virginia
		Details:		Guitarist Charlie Hunter is a musician on a journey. Never to be satisfied with a ravishingly successful recording career spanning 17 albums, he has continued to explore his own musical tastes, following the currents of his musical self. Continuing the evolution of his style and sound, Public Domain is Charlie Hunter's solo take on 11 bona fide classic tunes that have been around long enough for their copyrights, but not their charms, to have expired. His first solo album in 10 years, the material chosen for Public Domain, all of it close to Hunter's heart, is woven into the fabric of our collective cultural history. Since the debut of Charlie Hunter Trio in '93, Hunter has recorded 17 albums and worked with Miles Perkins, Les Claypool, John Ellis, Bobby Previte, Leon Parker, Mos Def, Norah Jones, Adam Cruz, and John Mayer to name just a few. http://www.charliehunter.com/ (Music)
		Kenny Wayne Shepherd Howard Theater
		8:00 PM 620 T Street, NW, Washington, District of Columbia
		Details:		Event: Kenny Wayne Shepherd Venue: Howard Theatre Start: 5/17/2012 8:00:00 PM Category: CONCERTS JAZZ / BLUES (Music)
		Topaz Thursday Comedy Night Topaz Hotel Bar
		8:00 PM 1733 N Street NW, washington dc, District of Columbia
		Details:		FREE Live standup comedy show by local standup comics $25 cash prize joke contest for non-com audience members after the show Every Thursday night 8 to 10 pm FREE SHOW Topaz Hotel Bar in Dupont Circle downstairs in basement 1733 N Street NW Washington, DC 20036-2801 www.TopazHotel.com www.StandupComedyToGo.com (Performing/Visual Arts, Comedy)
		Green Tea's Album Release Party Indulj
		8:00 PM 1208 U St NW, Washington, District of Columbia
		Details:		Green Tea's Album Release party unleashing her highly anticipated 3rd album, Dosage III: The Time to B.E. Event starts @ 8 pm Performances @ 8: 30 pm Surprise guest performances, prizes, live music! Also, a prize for the person who brings the most people with them! This a party for all the dreamers and all the people be-ing their dreams:) Come on out! www.greenteasoul.com (Music, Social)