Join us for a cocktail party hosted at The Dunes to kick-start our weekend celebration of storytelling and design for good.
Enjoy drinks at the open bar
Munch on yummy snacks
Mingle with D.C.'s best and brightest Benevolent Media Creators
Groove to music, courtesy of DJ Ora Nwabueze
About the Host:
The Dunes is a mixed media venue (owned by creative consulting firm The Dunes LLC) located in the center of Columbia Heights. The Dunes morphs easily from art gallery to concert venue to retail pop-up shop to cocktail lounge to private event space. The venue has a full alcohol license with accounts with all major distributors, and is equipped with an artisan crafted bar, a sound system that easily handles bands, large and small, and DJs. A highlight of the Dunes is its professional gallery hanging system with ample track lighting that always displays the latest monthly exhibit curated by The Dunes LLC; a beautiful backdrop to all events held at the space. The Dunes is as comfortable with 20 people as it is with 150 and is available for private functions consistent with The Dunes LLC's belief in the integration of creative exhibition with social interaction.
Photos:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ora777/sets/72157627125699309/show/
Directions:
We are 0.4 miles north of Columbia Heights Metro. The Dunes is not wheelchair accessible. Free Parking is available on residential streets.
The DCWEEK opening party will take place at the 9:30 Club from 10:30PM to 3AM on 11/4, with room for 1200.
We'll select the bands and DJ's for the night based on the top ones voted on here. OVER 30,000 VOTES HAVE BEEN CAST! We sold out early last year and will do so again so grab a ticket in one of two ways:
The Open House Party is the official launch party for THE HOME — a two-day showcase of local indie fashion, emerging arts, and DIY retail as part of #DCRESIDENCE @DCWEEK. This exhibition will activate three empty storefronts at 1629 L Street NE, transformed into the following:
• "The Study" by Birds of a Pleather — a hub designed by the Birds of a Pleather collective (formerly with Worn Magazine) for taking a pseudo-sociological look at bringing communities together via identity, as examined through the lens of fashion and the way we present ourselves externally
• "The Pantry" — the official pop-up shop of #DCRESIDENCE, starring local DIY retailers selling swag ranging from hoodies and bags by DECOY, to boozy baked goods from Crunkcakes
• "The Icebox" by The Fridge — featuring a special exhibition called "Leftovers" and curated by Alex Goldstein, gallery director for The Fridge
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RSVP on eventbrite: http://openhousepartydcresidence.eventbrite.com/
#DCRESIDENCE @DCWEEK is an activation of two "third spaces" along the H Street Corridor in DC's Northeast Quadrant, introducing the creative capital that makes DC home.
→ THE HOME (1629 L St NE) Nov. 5 & 6, 1pm - 9pm |http://dcresidence.tumblr.com/home
→ THE PARLOUR (421 H St NE) Nov. 7-10, 5pm - 11pm |http://dcresidence.tumblr.com/parlour
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[Please show your support of the creative capital here in DC by investing in the work of #DCRESIDENCE; learn more at http://dcresidencedcweek.eventbrite.com/]
"The Coffeeshop" nowadays is a popular choice location for patrons in tow with their digital devices. You can hang for hours surfing the net, sipping your beverage and enjoying the tunes -usually courtesy of the barista whose role is often that of ‘DJ.'
A Barista and a DJ have something in common: both incorporate blending techniques, either to prepare a cup of cappuccino, or to read crowds in order to create an effective mix. The ‘DJ-ital Brew and AudioBridge Mixer’ will stimulate this commonality with a live soundtrack provided by DC’s DJ Space Agent and DJ Cosmolog, amongst the backdrop of Chinatown Coffee Co.
This mixer is a place to gather DCWEEK participants inclusive of musicians, producers, DJ’s & bloggers - all who are aiming to ‘make a living in the arts’ - all who rely heavily on their digital devices in order to do so. Last but not least, this mixer is for the music fan who also depends on technology to explore music from around the globe.
Baristas will be on hand to mix up hot or cold 'brew' + beer and wine. Attendees will also have the opportunity to share their thoughts on film about their DCWEEK experience.
So close your laptops, shut down your iPads and join us for the AudioBridge experience.
Interested in a Taste of Tech? Join PointAbout, Three Pillar Global, and friends to drink in the #MobileRevolution from 6:00-10:00 PM on Tuesdsay, November 8th.
We'll be opening up our swank DC office for 4 very happy hours. Fellow mobile visionaries are encouraged to come mix and mingle, taste some of the local wines our friends at Rappahannock Cellars will be providing, and take in some fresh air and hops in our makeshift beer garden. We'll also be hosting an art exhibit of sorts and showing off some of our designers and developers latest creations. One lucky attendee will be walking off with a free iPad 2, and everyone will be walking off with T-shirts and a smile.
Click on the link below to RSVP via Eventbrite, or let us know you'll be there/request additional information here: networkingevents@threepillarglobal.com.
Space is limited, so reserve your ticket today!
Shadow Room is the most successful night club in DC. It was built 3 years ago, but it is a front. The actual purpose of Shadow Room was to test new technology, especially mobile technology. The club is equipped with touch panels on the walls, and the ability for customers to order drinks from their phones. The waitresses use iTouches to place their order from table customers. We have put over $6 million dollars through our system to test it and see how it works.
Shadow Room is hosting this happy hour to give new companies a stage to tell us about their new companies and hopefully show us something exciting. So if you want to see some great demos from exciting new companies, have a couple drinks, possibly meet some VC’s and network with other Entrepreneurs then join us at Shadow Room on Tuesday, November 8th at 6:30pm.
Admission limit is 300 people. We will allow general admission, but if you are on the Guest List and we are not at capacity, you will get priority over general admission.
If you would like to RSVP to be on the Guest List please go to, shadowroom.eventbrite.com.
If you are an exciting new company and would like to present at this event please fill out the form below:
Submit a form to be a presenter at our DCWEEK event!
Geek 2 Chic was founded in 2010 and it is produced by Microsoft in partnership with Bloomingdale's. At these events, "geeks" from diverse walks of life wear the latest fashions as they strut the catwalk to raise funds for the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE). NFTE is an organization that was founded in 1987 that provides programs that inspire young people from low-income communities to stay in school, recognize business opportunities, and plan for successful futures.
This fall season, Geek 2 Chic will take place in Chicago and Washington, DC. Tickets are limited. VIP tickets include premiere seating along the catwalk and entry to the exclusive after-party. All proceeds from General Admission and VIP tickets, plus 10% of Bloomingdale's Men's sales the evening of the event, benefit NFTE.
As the official after party of the DCWEEK Keynotes, not only will this rally aim to close out DCWeek with excitement, but it will also serve as the final hours of:
Give To the Max Day: Greater Washington.
Give to the Max Day: Greater Washington is a 24 hour event with the goal of raising at least millions dollars for area non profits that strive to better the local community.
From 9pm till 12am on 11/9/11, we will hold a final rally cry for donations towards causes that will impact and benefit our own neighborhoods, our own schools and our own people.
A Book signing by Frank Warren, author of Postsecret, will also be held from 10-11pm to raise money for a local non-profit that is close to his heart: IMAlive. All profits from book sales will go towards his cause.
Register for this event to receive 2 free drink tickets.
Due to the limited amount of tickets for this event, we have capped the number of tickets an individual at 2. Please be considerate and update your RSVP when you or your guest can no longer attend. Our goal is to free up space for those who will be rallying passionately for local DC non-profits.
InStat Sports is sponsoring an Ultimate Sports Trivia contest to celebrate the launch of our public beta (coming soon to a mobile device near you!). What makes it Ultimate Sports Trivia? You may use any digital information outlet to find the answer. The fastest teams win great prizes. We also have awesome food and drink specials, including $3 PBR, $4.50 rail drinks, 25% off all appetizers, and lots of other great deals. Come celebrate, talk some smack, win a prize, and drink some beer!
After a full day of DCWEEK's Core Conference, we'll watch a dozen or so local early stage startups demo their latest innovations for us while enjoying some cocktails. Join us for an evening of fun mingling with other technology enthusiasts, investors, bloggers and entrepreneurs as we showcase these young technology companies - the last Tech Cocktail in DC for 2011!
Helping Startups Get Exposure – Tech Cocktail offers a handful of startups an opportunity to show off in an expo-style to the rest of the DC entrepreneurial community for FREE and get their startup written about on TechCocktail.com. Selected startups will be announced soon!
NOTE: Venue changed! We are now hosting this event at the top of the Key Bridge Marriott giving everyone a spectacular view of Washington DC.
#DCRESIDENCE @DCWEEK - http://dcresidence.tumblr.com/ will be hosting a Listen Local First Evening at The Parlour
This discussion will focus on the economic impact that DC’s Local Music Scene has on the local economy. We want to explore how we can grow relationships between local businesses, musicians and the local creative community as a whole
The Live Listen Local First Showcase
8:00-11:00 pm featuring music by:
o Nappy Riddem – DJ Set
o Big Bright
o Jonny Grave
o Reginald Cyntje
o Wytold,
o Black Hills
In a city where happy hours are just part of the job, thirst DC is a new recurring social concept that twists the typical bar experience and turns it into a "sexy nerd house party", where world-renown experts speak to inspire the attendees to create innovative connections, learn, flirt, drink, and dance while the DJ spins. thirst DC's talks are short and thought-provoking, to spark fresh and interesting conversations among its attendees. thirst DC is an unique opportunity for D.C.'s brightest minds to get together to share ideas. Founded by an intrepid group of nerds, thirst DC creates the perfect environment for DC's nerdiest and sexiest that thirst for knowledge, a stiff drink, and some attractive company. Whether you work in politics or science, but really are passionate about fashion or food, all we ask is that our guests expect the topics to be a bit risque, and in return we ask that they be utterly fascinating.
All great things come to a close. To toast the end of DC Week, we're launching our DC art bike promenade -- aka The Re-Cycle -- and we want YOU to come with us. Join us for a magical, musical ride celebrating DC’s sustainable, artsy, straight-up weird n’ fun-lovin’ side. We’ll be promenading on wheels from Bicycle Space down to the Arena Stage, where we’ll take over a waterfront-facing terrace for an evening of mischief making. You don’t want to miss out. (But, if you do, come visit us at the party!)
If you're thinking of coming, let us know by registering at http://www.there-cycle.org/register/
When: Friday, November 11th, 7 – 8PM ride, 8PM – ?? adventure.
Where: Meet at Bicycle Space, 459 I Street, NW — Bring a friend, and your helmet!
The DCWEEK Closing Party presented by Ford will take place at the Arena Stage from 8:00PM to 1AM on 11/11, with room for nearly 2000 attendees.
It will feature:
There are two ways to get tickets:
Installations and Experiences include:
DJ sets by FatBack (download mix tapes)
Play It Forward: A motion sensing sculpture that donates to charity based on your movements
Party Peeple: A live “data impov” performance and mobile dating application based on your facebook profile
Digital Tin-Can Telephone: Based on the childhood game, this is a playful system to record and connect local stories
The Re-Cycle: A giant re-cycled bicycle parade, community mapping project and junkyard band
SparkleMonkey Play Pen: Play with fanastical, reconstructed stuffed animals in a play pen of delights (by Megan Blafas)
Wandering Wonders with magician David London: Encounter the magical wonders of David London as he astonishes with slight of hand and humor (by David London)
DC Cheer: The DC Cheer squad will cheer your ingenuity, entrepreneurship, collaboration and innovation incorporating your ideas at #DCcheer.
Spectroscopy: An interactive performance installation featuring videos submitted during DC Week by attendees and integrating the dancer’s shadows into the projection as they perform. (by Micheline Heal)
Stems: Dreamlike sculptures made of recycled materials that encourage contemplation of what was lost in nature.
Balloon sculpture: Katie Balloons creates a magnificent balloon sculpture that will blow you away.
